Return To Authenticity

Episode 122! Joining me in the studio today is my guest, SSG Aaron Hale. Aaron is a 14-year veteran of both the US Navy, where he was a cook and chef to admirals and dignitaries while he sailed in the Mediterranean, and the US Army, where he was an Explosive Ordinance Demolition tech finding, and diffusing or disposing of enemy bombs before they could harm US or Allied service members. While deployed in Afghanistan in December of 2011, an explosion of an undetected secondary bomb took Aaron's eyesight, and later his hearing, and plunged his world into darkness, changing his life forever.  Lying in a hospital bed, Aaron only thought of “I can't”,  until someone came into his room and asked him if he wanted to go for a bike ride! Aaron started asking “how is this happening FOR me?” and “HOW can I?” instead of asking “WHY is this happening TO me?”, as he recognized that the biggest limitations we have are the limitations we put on ourselves in our minds.    Aaron has since run ultra-marathons, skydived, climbed mountains, got married, had 4 kids, including twins, become an entrepreneur, started businesses and invested in real estate.  He's also a speaker and a top-rated podcast host of the “Point of Impact Podcast”.  It was an honor to have Aaron spend time sharing how he is now striving to inspire others to make the positive habit shifts that help them realize the success that is within their reach and closer than they imagine. Tune in and enjoy!  ==========================================================================Connect with Aaron here: Website: https://eodfudge.com/Podcast: Point of Impact with Aaron Halehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/point-of-impact-with-aaron-hale/id1681213789Website: https://pointofimpactpod.com/YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@pointofimpactpodcast@pointofimpactpodcast Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 121! Joining me in the studio today is guest Damon Lembi.  Damon is a 2x best-selling author and leader of global training company Learnit, a live learning platform that's upskilled over 2 million people. As CEO for over three decades, Damon has gained insights into what helps organizations grow, how great leaders learn, and why learn-it-all companies outpace their competitors every time.  Damon is also the podcast host of “The Learn-It-All podcast”, a show for leaders who are ready to get and stay ahead of the game, because as Damon says, “great leaders aren't born or made, they're always in the making. They're constantly creating and re-creating themselves, their companies, and their leadership. The journey is where real growth occurs.”Coming to business from a career in baseball, Damon brings an athlete's perspective on leadership and training and where he recognized early on the impact a leader, coach or parent who says “I believe in you” can have on those he or she mentors, and where curiosity, not bravado, drives growth and innovation. Tune in and hear Damon share his perspective on how to become a leader who can positively impact those around them.  Enjoy!  =========================================================Connect with Damon here: LinkedIn: Damon Lembi https://www.linkedin.com/in/damonlembi/Podcast: "The Learn-It-All Podcast"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-learn-it-all-podcast/id1714645917Website: https://www.learnit.com/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 120! Joining me in the studio today is Erin Bradley, a dynamic speaker, seasoned trainer, and bestselling author of “Pursuing Freedom: Be Yourself, increase your referrals and have more fun growing your business”.  She's also the host of the acclaimed real estate podcast "Pursuing Freedom".  With extensive experience in the real estate industry, Erin has faced the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, riding the rollercoaster of broke to burnout, and everything in between.Through these experiences, she realized that the stress of overwhelm can be as debilitating as financial hardship. Determined to transform her life, Erin redesigned her business to align with her vision of fulfillment, and now dedicates her life to teaching her fellow freedom seekers to do the same.Believing that you should never give up or settle —both in life and business—Erin exemplifies the idea that anything is possible with the right mindset, effective systems, and a supportive team. You're going to love this episode and hearing how Erin “helps others build a life they don't need a vacation from”.  Enjoy!============================================================================Connect with Erin here: Website: https://www.pursuingfreedom.com/Instagram: @pursuingfreedomofficialhttps://www.instagram.com/pursuingfreedomofficial/LinkedIN: @ErinBradley https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-bradley/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 119!  Today's guest is Chris Widener. Years ago, Chris was personally selected and mentored by two of the legends of the speaking and personal development world, Jim Rohn and Zig Ziglar, and he now carries on their legacy.  Jim Rohn, known for being Tony Robbins first mentor, made Chris his last protege. Chris and Jim co-authored Jim's book “One Year Success Plan” as well as Jim's last book, “The Twelve Pillars”, which became an international best-seller.  Zig Ziglar, considered to be the greatest motivational speaker of the 20th Century, personally chose Chris to co-host his television show, "True Performance". Along with co-hosting "True Performance", Chris also hosted his own show, Made for Success, where he interviewed some of the top business achievers and thought leaders of our time.Chris has now given 2,500 speeches all over the world, has been named one of the top 50 speakers in the world and has written 25 books, which have been translated into 14 languages.  He is a member of the Motivational Speakers Hall of Fame. Earlier in his career, Chris was a pastor for 14 years and knows what it is like to be in the trenches fighting for businesses and representing God at the same time. He now leads a weekly group coaching meeting based on the teachings of the book of Proverbs, or as Chris calls it: God's Little Book For Success! Tune in to hear Chris's experiences on the world's biggest stages while keeping God first!Enjoy!  =============================================================================Connect with Chris here: Website: https://chriswidener.com/Email: Chris@chriswidener.com Book: "The Coming American Revival" https://a.co/d/fCI9nvbThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 118!Today's guest is Dr. Gary Lawrence, known by many simply as, Dr. G. Married for 57 years, Dr. G and his wife Sylvia, bring their knowledge, experience, and deep passion to individuals and couples who wish to resolve personal, marital, family, and parenting conflicts by leading them to “identify, isolate, and eliminate” the root cause of the emotional turmoil in their lives. Dr. G specializes in breaking down the damaging effects of rejection and the way in which this trauma manifests throughout all phases of life. Once the damage is exposed, he offers his clients the tools and techniques to overcome what he calls “the hidden addiction everyone suffers”. Over the course of 23 years serving as the founder and director of the New Life Dynamics Christian Counseling Center, and 20 years as the host of his own radio show, “Life Mastery Counseling with Dr. G”, he has personally met with and coached more than 6,000 clients, and has inspired thousands more on radio, television, and stage, and as the author of the Amazon bestselling book, “Rejection Junkies”. Join me and Dr. G on the show today, as he shares how he uses powerful and practical steps to help individuals find true freedom from the people, places, things and circumstances that hold them hostage.  Enjoy!  ===========================================================================Keep up with Dr. Gary Lawrence here: Website:  https://rejectionjunkies.com/Email: winwithgary@yahoo.comBook:  "Rejection Junkies: Overcoming the Addiction Everyone Suffers"Buy on Amazon: https://a.co/d/dLAI1gaThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 117!Today's guest is Wyatt Graves!  Wyatt grew up in Louisiana with a younger sister and a half brother.  Money was tight and his family struggled to make ends meet.  The stress of living paycheck to paycheck created a strong desire in Wyatt to become a successful businessman, so he wouldn't have to worry about money again.  When his mother was able to open her own business, it provided a financial cushion for the first time and changed Wyatt's life. Wyatt focused on going to college, earned a scholarship and graduated with a degree in Entrepreneurship and Management and began selling real estate. In 2008, after the mortgage and real estate meltdown and following recession, Wyatt went bankrupt and had to start over.  In 2016, his town flooded and over 100,000 homes were lost, including his personal home.   During this time, Wyatt had been learning from some great teachers in the art of goal setting, of starting at the desired ending and reverse engineering his way to the beginning so he could make a plan to achieve his goals.  He learned that winning at key relationships and having the time to do it was more important to him than the rat race he'd been on.  He started “Kaizen Home Sales and Service” to teach people to sell real estate, while continuing to invest in real estate personally and build businesses, and he's the host of “The Mentee” podcast. Tune it to hear Wyatt's story of determination, drive, resiliency, and the power of setting goals.  Enjoy!============================================================================Connect with Wyatt here: Website: https://wyattgraves.com/Phone: 225-235-7223Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 116!Today's guest is Kyle McDowell. Kyle was formerly a successful Fortune 10 executive where he led tens of thousands of employees over several decades at some of America's biggest firms.  Through it all, he became caught up in his own race to the next promotion, bonus, and expansion of responsibility and control.Along the way, Kyle noticed the workforce is overwhelmed, employees feel unappreciated and apathetic, while firms struggle to attract and retain talent and leaders follow management principles from decades past.  Something had to change.  Kyle stepped out of his corporate role, and left his title, salary and benefits to pursue a mission to rid corporate America of its toxic approach.  Now as a coach, speaker and bestselling author, KYLE helps leaders become the leader they never had and teams reach their highest potential by helping them focus on a mindset that prioritizes “WE” over “I”, “you” or “me” to overcome deep-rooted dysfunction and create a culture of excellence. Tune in to hear Kyle share how he leverages the Ten "WE's" to unite and align teams toward a shared vision to deliver excellence. Enjoy!============================================================================Connect with Kyle here:Website: https://kylemcdowellinc.com/LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemcdowellinc/Instagram: @kylemcdowellinchttps://www.instagram.com/kylemcdowellinc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kylemcdowellincBestselling book: "Begin With We: Ten Principles for Building and Sustaining Excellence" https://a.co/d/4I43vR9Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 115!Today's guest is Stacey Chazin!  Stacey is a dynamic leadership development coach, and a proud introvert, and she is rewriting the narrative on introversion.  Having grappled with societal expectations that favored extraversion, Stacey learned to embrace her introverted qualities, turning them into powerful assets that allowed her to thrive personally and professionally.  Now, as a fervent advocate and coach for introverts, Stacey draws on her extensive corporate and non-profit experience, a master's in organizational development and leadership, and certification as a Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) practitioner to empower introverts, guiding them toward self-acceptance, fulfillment, and success in the workplace and beyond.To my fellow introverts - and my extroverts who want to understand more about us! -- join us today and hear Stacey share how she has learned to leverage the true strengths and gifts of an introvert. Enjoy!=========================================================================Connect with Stacey here:  Website: https://ifactorleadership.com/Gift: https://ifactorleadership.com/gift/LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chazinconsulting/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Special Christmas Episode!  That last gift that was hiding behind the tree is this week's episode of RTA Uncut #6 with my guest and friend, Nicky Billou.  Nicky is back in the studio to catch up with us since he was last on Episode 60 of Return to Authenticity back over a year ago on May 3, 2023. Go check out episode 60 to hear Nicky's powerful story.A brief summary of that episode is that Nicky was born in Iran and lived there as a young boy in the 60's and 70's, before what was once a thriving country fell into a country of oppression and tyranny, leading his family to flee and settle in Toronto, Canada.  His father's entrepreneurial spirit guided Nicky to follow a similar path and he now coaches executives at some of the largest companies in Canada, like RBC and Lululemon, and he is a multi-time best-selling author, WITH A NEW BOOK OUT TITLED, “Get Booked and Get Paid”, and is podcast host of the Thought Leader Revolution Podcast and The Sovereign Man Podcast, among other things.  Tune in and enjoy! Intro Song Credit:  Chris Trapper, "Avalanche"https://open.spotify.com/track/6kL4KnzfZAZQ6lIyZnMg3l?si=d082ecf9b60248dc =======================================================================Connect with Nicky here: Book: "Get Booked and Get Paid"Find it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/eqRDSlQWebsite: https://www.thethoughtleaderrevolution.com/aboutLinkedIn: Nicky Billouhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nickybillou/?originalSubdomain=caInstagram: Nicky Billouhttps://www.instagram.com/nickybillou/?hl=enFacebook: Nicky Billouhttps://www.facebook.com/nicky.billou/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 114!Joining us in the studio today is Austin Davis.  Austin earned a Bachelor of Science in Pastoral Ministry from Lee University in Cleveland, TN, and furthered his education with a Master of Arts in Counseling from The Church of God Theological Seminary. This education laid the foundation for his professional journey in clinical counseling and church ministry. Austin is now a leader in teenage behavioral health and addiction treatment, spending the past 15+ years committed to transforming the lives of teens & their families and is the founder and CEO of Clearfork Academy, a leading treatment center in Texas for troubled teens.  Teenage mental health problems and addiction are on the rise nationally with over 20% of teens 12-17 years old experiencing this issue.  Today, Austin shares his insights on effective treatment methodologies, the importance of mental health awareness and the power of faith in the recovery process, as he has with parents, community health professionals, educators and teens nationwide. Tune in to learn from Austin on this important topic! =========================================================================Connect with Austin here: Website: https://clearforkacademy.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clearforkacademy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearforkacademy/?hl=enThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 113!Today in the studio, I have guest Liam Naden. Liam was an ambitious success-seeker who became a business entrepreneur and multi-millionaire - only to lose everything and become homeless and penniless in his mid-40s. In rebuilding his life, Liam uncovered how to use his brain in a way to reduce stress, anxiety and the “fight or flight” mode, and make better decisions, solve problems quickly and effectively, see new opportunities and take control of his life.  Liam is now a pioneering coach who uniquely integrates neuroscience, psychology and practical strategies to help people unlock their true potential, overcome challenges, and live a deeply-balanced, purpose driven life.  Liam is also the host of the "Let Yourself Off the Hook" podcast and coaching program, explaining how to achieve success without the struggle.   Tune in to hear Liam share his knowledge of how the brain works and how you can achieve balance and fulfillment. Enjoy!===========================================================================Connect with Liam here:Website:  https://liamnaden.com/Podcast: "Let Yourself Off The Hook"Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4RufHljMdQ0dCTIteLnR3G?si=0cf6d47e8b974134Instagram: @liamnadenhttps://www.instagram.com/liamnaden/Facebook: Liam Naden https://www.facebook.com/liamnadenfanThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @theericsardina Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 112!  Struck by the events of 9/11, which took place when he was 15 years old, James (J) was convinced stopping radicalization and violence was the best way to help his community.  After earning multiple degrees, he went on to work for the City of Pittsburgh Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security and Region 13 Counter-Terrorism Fusion Center. As an emergency management specialist, J routinely deployed with Pittsburgh SWAT to barricaded suspects and hostage situations, responded to major natural disasters, trained citizen responders, and authored the operationalization of Pittsburgh's evacuation plan.  Due to a mix of chronic stress and endless self-loathing, J hit rock bottom that nearly cost him his life in December of 2010.  Luckily, he was fortunate to be surrounded by great people who taught him how to repair his relationship with himself. This event - and the way others engaged with him - changed his life. As he began to heal and reconnect with others, James realized that virtually everyone around him was going through some version of the same problem.  Constant self-criticism, a deep sense of worthlessness, and hiding the truth from others in shame.  If he wanted to help, he needed to learn why this was happening - and how to fix it.  Tune in to hear how J helps men replace chronic insecurity and shame with a sense of internal peace and grounded confidence.  Enjoy! ===========================================================Connect with J here: Website: https://www.jamesjstamatelos.com/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Ep111!  Joining us in the studio this week is Brianna Greenspan, founder of Brianna Greenspan International, an educational consulting firm helping adults and children throughout the world.  Brianna had to overcome her own genetic physical challenges being born with a rare connective tissue disorder that led to her losing the ability to walk at age 19.  She made radical changes in her life to gain back her health, embracing an unwavering devotion to living a healthy lifestyle, being active, being in nature and through mindset.  She is now a mentor to teens with chronic illness, the author of many books and is active in the genetic research industry.  Her knowledge, experience, and passion for wellness and her involvement in the Miracle Morning movement and The Everything is Right About You movement, made for a perfect opportunity to impact and lead school communities in sharing practices to enable success.  Brianna shares an inspiring story of overcoming so much while continuing to show grace to everyone around her. Tune in and enjoy!  =======================================================================Connect with Brianna here:Website: https://www.briannagreenspan.com/The Miracle Morning appEverything is Right About You appThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 110!  Today's guest is Anthony Trucks.  At the age of three years old, Anthony was abandoned by his biological mother and placed into the foster care system, a system where 50% of kids will end up homeless upon aging out of the system, and 75% of prison inmates in the U.S. are former foster kids.  His future did not look bright.For much of his childhood, Anthony felt adrift, unworthy and listless, living in survival mode, just trying to make it to the next day, week and year in one piece.  He faced tremendous abuse at the hands of his foster parents.  At the age of 14, Anthony was adopted, and he began to apply himself. He saw a pattern of being good at setting a goal, overcoming a wall, and finally achieving the goal.  He began to derive great satisfaction from his ability to grind it out until he achieved his set goals.In high school, he set the goal of making his varsity football team with very few skills and by his senior year not only had he achieved the goal of making the team, he was offered a full ride scholarship to the University of Oregon.  Anthony then went on to achieve the ultimate goal of reaching the NFL, making the Pittsburgh Steelers' roster.  At 25, he had a beautiful wife, a son and a bright future ahead. Or so he thought.  Due to a fluke shoulder injury, Anthony's NFL career ended abruptly.  Within two-months, he was a personal trainer at his local gym and was unable to support his family. He pivoted to being a business owner, owning his own gym, and while some financial success came, his family life, marriage, and health were crushed under the weight of keeping a new business afloat.  His business eventually went bust and, feeling himself an utter failure, he considered ending it all.Fortunately, Anthony didn't take his own life, and one conversation changed everything. A friend told Anthony he considered him an inspiration and a hero because of all he had overcome.  For the first time, Anthony considered if he could be an inspiration to others.  He focused on making the change necessary to serve and lift up others and help them through their own frustrations, fears and struggles.  You're going to love Anthony's inspiring story and his big heart for helping others  work hard in the dark, so they can win in the light. Enjoy!  =======================================================================Connect with Anthony Trucks here: Website: https://www.anthonytrucks.com/Instagram: Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 109! Catherine Nikkel joins the show from Toronto, Canada where she is a writer and a bestselling author specializing in ghostwriting books and blogs for CEOs, entrepreneurs and influencers where she has authored 15 books.  Catherine is the author of The Lightbulb Moments Journal, an Amazon bestseller and has been featured in leading publications, including Forbes, Business Insider, NY Weekly, HuffPost and more. She is the six-time RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards nominee, which spotlights Canada's most accomplished and impactful women.  Drawing on her 15 years as a social worker prior to becoming an author, Catherine believes everyone has a story to tell.  Tune in to hear Catherine share how the power of writing has helped her empower others to make an impact within themselves, their relationships and their communities.  Enjoy!=============================================================================Connect with Catherine here:Website: https://catherinenikkel.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catherine.nikkel@catherinenikkelThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 108!On this episode, Bodhi Aldridge joins me in the studio all the way from Byron Bay, Australia where he lives by the beach with his wife of 40 years and their 4 children and 10 grandchildren.  He spends time in the ocean daily enjoying surfing and walking on the beach with his wife and also travels the world where he coaches executives from companies like Google, Tesla, Netflix, YouTube and Amazon to find their true purpose and make profound impact. It didn't start this way for Bodhi, as he started his professional life as a lawyer and built a thriving legal practice with multiple offices and a big house to support and provide for his growing family. It took his wife to recognize that he wasn't himself, wasn't thriving and wasn't passionate about being a lawyer.  He was grinding it out to his own, and his family's, detriment.  She encouraged him to make a change.  Tune in to hear how Bodhi got in contact with the hero in his own Hero's Journey and how he now helps others do the same. Enjoy!   ===========================================================================Connect with Bodhi here:Website: https://bodhialdridge.com/Podcast: True Freedomhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6r8U3RLOlE0hEtJ65gZuDu?si=ae1d2d2fd9414684Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 107!  This conversation with Sam is all about mental health from the perspective of someone leading what is now one of the world's most respected Ketamine clinics. Ketamine has it's proponents and it's naysayers in the mental health treatment space and Sam covers the risks and benefits to this therapy that has been a key aspect of therapy for many of his clinicians' patients' suffering from PTS, depression and other mental health crisis.  At the early age of 13, Sam Mandel began volunteering for TeenLine, a non-profit teen-to-teen suicide prevention hotline where he took calls from teens in crisis.  And in 2014, Sam co-founded with his father, Dr. Steven Mandel, Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles. Join us in this fascinating conversation about Ketamine and other therapies that have had much success for those struggling with mental health challenges, in addition to how living a natural, holistic life can greatly impact overall mental well-being. Enjoy!============================================================================Follow Sam here: Website:  https://ketamineclinics.com/IG: @thesammandelhttps://www.instagram.com/thesammandel/LinkedIn: Sam Mandelhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thesammandel/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 106!  This was a conversation I was so excited to have with my pastor, Father Edwin Leonard, who is the pastor of St Ann Catholic Parish in Coppell, Texas. We talk about his childhood, his early faith life, and his conversion to living his life as a disciple of Jesus Christ and shepherd of one of the largest Catholic churches in the region as a Catholic priest.  Followers of the show know I talk a bit about my faith and am excited to have Fr. Edwin on to discuss his story and some aspects of our Catholic faith that are often misunderstood, especially by our Protestant brothers and sisters.  It's a great conversation, and I hope it provides some answers to those wondering about the Catholic church. Enjoy!  ============================================================================Follow Fr. Edwin Leonard and St Ann Catholic Church here:St. Ann Catholic Parish website:  https://www.stannparish.org/https://www.stannparish.org/meetthestaffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stanncatholic/@stanncatholicYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stanncoppell@stanncoppellThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 105!  What a great conversation with Darryl Lyons! Darryl tells his story of coming from humble beginnings in a trailer park before rising to the heights of success in the financial world.  Along the way, Darryl faced hardship, struggle and loss.  He found his own will and mental toughness would only get him so far.  At one low point, Darryl heard God say to him "Are you done yet?  You're living a life I didn't plan for you."  Wow - to hear such words!  How would you receive a message like that?  Darryl turned to a friend who introduced him the Fruit of the Spirit and dialing into God's plan for him.  Darryl is now on Dave Ramsey's Advisory Council, he's had a park named after him in San Antonio, and he's published four books, the most recent of which is titled, "Biblical Responsible Investing".  An incredible and inspiring story from a humble leader.  Tune in and enjoy!  ===========================================================================Connect with Darryl Lyons here:Website: https://paxfinancialgroup.com/LinkedIn: Darryl Lyonshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/darrylwlyons/Book: "Biblical Responsible Investing" on Amazonhttps://a.co/d/fBu34WCThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 104!  After the tipping point moment of not achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, Major Annette Whittenberger (ret.) left the military after 17 years of service.  She had experienced and seen others struggle with depression while in the service and struggled to find her own way post-military career.  Annette started writing a blog called "A Wild Ride Called Life" and now sees her role as mentoring others and helping them elevate their voices.  Tune in for this inspiring and uplifting conversation.  =========================================================================Connect with Annette here: Instagram: @a_wild_ride_called_lifehttps://www.instagram.com/a_wild_ride_called_life/LinkedIn: MAJ (R) Annette Whittenbergerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/annette-whittenberger-a-wild-ride-called-life-/Podcast: "The Truths We Hide" https://open.spotify.com/show/2ugDnCwe5YlvGgpDjcS4qt?si=a9bcc1dcf4684e43Editor in Chief: Veteran Lifestyle MagazineThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 103! Gerard White knows something about overcoming the odds and rising above adversity.  After his parents divorced, he became involved with the drug scene - buying, selling and using a variety of illegal substances and enjoying the money, power, and adrenaline it brought.  He knew his life was out of control, and he didn't know where it would end.  Eventually it came crashing down in a drug sting that resulted in a 35-year prison sentence for 19-year old Gerard.  He entered prison and fought for his survival, visiting solitary confinement on a few occasions for his trouble and earning himself a reputation of someone not to be messed with.  Faith never entered the equation until he had the opportunity to go to a camp to earn an early work release.  His eyes started to open and he earned that early release where he had 30-days to find a job or face a return to prison.  Incredibly, while facing the final few days of that daunting task, Gerard learned he had Stage 4 leukemia and required immediate treatment.  A good Samaritan extended a hand and the opportunity to work and later Gerard learned of the power of prayer in his own healing.  Incredibly, a family trip to Disney would set Gerard on a new path to standing up for his faith and his life would never be the same.  Amazing to hear his incredible journey from drug dealer to husband, father and man standing up for God.  Tune in to hear his powerful story!  ========================================================================Connect with Gerard and buy his merch here: Instagram: @standupnow2022https://www.instagram.com/standupnow2022/Facebook: @standupnow2022https://www.facebook.com/StandUpNow2022Website: https://standupnowapparel.com/Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@standupnow2022/videos?view=0&sort=dd&shelf_id=2Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 102!  This week's guest is Mark Silverman.  In 1989, with the help of his brother, Mark got his life together as he entered college as a recovering drug addict and alcoholic.  After college he joined the working world as a salesperson and realized as much as he hated the work, he was good at connecting with people and relating to them.  The former homeless addict was soon at the top of the sales charts and living in a multi-million dollar home.  But what followed was imposter syndrome, anxiety, and burnout as Mark worried over about every minute detail and the cards falling down.  Mark hired a fitness coach to help him train for a marathon and he discovered with the help of a coach, he could accomplish great things.   Mark went on to have massive success in technology sales for fast growing start-ups and is now a best-selling author, coach, speaker and host of "The Rising Leader Podcast". Join us to hear how Mark transformed himself and overcame tremendous adversity to find success on his own terms.  Enjoy!==========================================================================Connect with Mark here:Website: https://www.markjsilverman.com/LinkedIn: Mark J Silvermanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mark22102/Podcast: "The Rising Leader"Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rising-leader/id1662751786Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Zd549HCrctjCs36zLgM8F?si=912a53031a9e46b1Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 101!  You'll love the energy and positivity Todd Saylor exudes from every pore.  He was raised by a powerful role model in his father, a legendary high school football coach and business owner who taught Todd the value of hard work.  Todd was working in the family store as an eight year old and went on to become an entrepreneur who has owned 14 organizations, five brands, and is a multi-book published author with four titles to his name and an 8-figure net worth.   Most importantly, through his talents, businesses, books and events, Todd is focused on bringing people to relationship with Jesus Christ.  This is a fun conversation you'll want to drop into.  Enjoy!  ========================================================================Connect with Todd here: Website: https://wireddifferently.com/Instagram: @Toddsaylorwireddifferentlyhttps://www.instagram.com/toddsaylorwireddifferently?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

EPISODE 100!!It's been an amazing first 100 shows!  So many fantastic guests sharing their stories of overcoming so much and finding their authentic self.   I'm so honored that this guest, my friend Dennis Morolda, agreed to be on this special episode.  As I've I said on past episodes with Dennis, he's been a great mentor and guide for me in the podcasting world, helping me get started and get my show on the air.  More than that, Dennis is an awesome leader with a huge heart for helping others - specifically young men.  Dennis left a safe, predictable, lucrative career and stepped into the unknown to answer the internal call to help build up young men to be the men they were created to be and push back against the pressures and temptations of the day.  It's always a fun conversation when Dennis is in the studio.  Tune in and enjoy!  ==========================================================================Follow Dennis here:Website: https://www.buildingmen.io/Instagram: @building.menhttps://www.instagram.com/building.men/Podcast: Building Menhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4NTQz5I8UmQeWDvZRubkhs?si=72abf980cb6b45daThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

RTA Uncut #5!  Chief Stephen Davis is BACK in the studio after joining us on Episode 83 on Return to Authenticity back at the end of 2023.  Stephen is here to update us on all the things he's been working on since getting the boot from the fire service that he served tirelessly and fearlessly for two decades - for not getting a c-shot that he didn't want to get.  A crazy story that he details in Episode 83.  Now, Chief Davis has a book coming out called, "Alone in the Fire", and alot of exciting projects to update us on.  Check it out!  =======================================================================Connect with Chief Stephen Davis here:Website: https://www.chiefstephendavis.com/Podcast: Raising Alphas ProjectInstagram: @chiefstephendavis https://www.instagram.com/chiefstephendavis/Facebook: @chiefstephendavis https://www.facebook.com/ChiefStephenDavis/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 99! When you struggle and struggle to find what you're called to do, and then find it, only to have it ripped from you. What do you do?  That was the question that Rich Ingram faced when he was blown up by an IED and his life as a warrior in the Army was over.  What do I do with my life now?  Rich struggled with this question and his identity.  As part of his rehab, he was in the pool trying to learn to swim with one arm.  He was introduced by a friend who suggested he try triathlon - and learn to ride a bike with one arm too!  It was a challenge Rich found he enjoyed and he began to thrive in triathlon, and endurance sports again.   As he began his road to recovery and started to see progress, he began to wonder if he could become operational again in the Army, until he learned there were some laws that prevented it. Undeterred, Rich connected with some military leaders and legislators to get those laws changed as he continued getting stronger.  A little more than 3 years after his injury, Rich commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in December of 2008 and became the first veteran to deploy again after a catastrophic amputation.   He went on to serve 3 more tours in Iraq and Afghanistan as a combat engineer before retiring in 2013 as a Captain.  Rich tells his story honestly: the good, the bad and where he's struggled and succeeded. Great lessons for us all to learn.   If you want to support Rich via the charity that he's raising money for to help veterans (Veterans & Quiet Waters), click the link below.  =====================================================================Connect with Rich here:Website:  https://www.richingram.com/Instagram: @richtingramhttps://www.instagram.com/richtingram/Support Rich as he supports veterans via the charity: Veterans & Quiet Watershttps://p2p.onecause.com/wqw-wfc/rich-ingram-2Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 98!  Adam La Barr was raised an Army brat, and later, he joined the US Air Force and traveled around the world, including a combat tour in Iraq.His wife Raquel, an Air Force veteran as well, introduced Adam to the power of investing in real estate and he enjoyed learning to analyze deals.  He actually bought his first multi-family housing complex while deployed overseas!  After starting a family, Adam decided he didn't want to watch his grow up from a far-off shore, so he exited the military to be an active in-the-home-dad for his kids, where he now home schools his boys while running his business.  He and his wife founded their real estate investment company RAL Capital Group to be family-focused, Christ-centered and Growth-minded while educating veterans how to build financial success.  Adam is also the host of The BidDad Podcast and the co-author of #1 Amazon bestseller "Military House Hacking".   Tune in for this great conversation about balancing business, faith, family and career with the humble servant leader, Adam La Barr.  Enjoy!  ==========================================================================Connect with Adam here: Website: https://ralcapitalgroup.com/LinkedIn: Adam La Barr, Sr.https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-la-barr/Instagram: @adamlabarrhttps://www.instagram.com/adamlabarr/adam@ralcapitalgroup.com Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 97! Tune in and meet Megan Reamer, wife and mother of four kiddos, a former reporter with the Wall Street Journal and consultant at Accenture (at the time one of the largest consultancies in the world).  Megan tells her story of becoming a mom while balancing the demands of her growing business career. Megan and her husband Scott then experience a parent's greatest fears: a child with a serious illness.  Their oldest son Jackson develops a health condition that is initially undiagnosed and is eventually understood to be an extremely rare autoimmune disorder which causes him to struggle to eat and gain weight.  They began learning all they could about food and nutrition to help ease their son's symptoms.  Finding little on the grocery store shelf to help them, they begin experimenting in their kitchen cooking locally grown, thinly sliced sweet potatoes in premium oils like coconut oil - a snack that did not commercially exist at the time.  The chips were so good their friends began asking them to make enough to sell and a company was born: Jackson's Chips.  Join us to hear how Megan and Scott fought to find answers for their son Jackson and built a company where his legacy lives on.  =============================================================Follow Megan Reamer and Jackson's Chips here:Website:  https://jacksonschips.com/Instagram: @jacksonschipshttps://www.instagram.com/jacksonschips/Facebook: @jacksonshttps://www.facebook.com/JacksonsChipsYouTube: Shark Tank episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kcs3JyKJRV0Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 96!  Sherry Shaban tells an inspiring story of overcoming being struck by a car while walking at the young age of 16.  She wakes up in the hospital with a broken back and has her first back surgery before the age of 17 while a second emergency surgery as an adult prevents potential paralysis.   Her focus on regaining her strength and fitness leads Sherry to eventually open a CrossFit gym, where she battles imposter syndrome and the victim mentality,  questioning how she can lead athletes when her health prevented her from doing many of the exercises and leading her athletes physically.  Sherry reaches a turning point when she learns to let go of self-limiting beliefs and  writes an entirely new chapter of her life thriving and growing while helping others overcome their own life challenges. Enjoy!=============================================================Connect with Sherry here: Website:  http://sherryshabanfitness.com/Website:  https://makepeacewithfood.com/Instagram: @sherryshabanfitness https://www.instagram.com/sherryshabanfitness/Facebook: Sherry Shabanhttps://www.facebook.com/sherry.shaban.5Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 95!  On this week's episode, I talk with Felix Boecker, a highly skilled and trained trauma surgeon.  Felix worked for 14 years to get through all the schooling, residency and internships needed to become a surgeon, and when he got there, he realized the career was not for him.  Yikes!  That's a lot of investment in time, money and energy!  What to do?  Felix hired a coach to help him figure some things out.   Immediately, he saw the benefit of working with someone to help him discern his life's purpose.  No small measure, given all he'd gone through and the pressure from others to continue on the path he was on.  Still, Felix had come through tough times before, as he struggled earlier in life with depression, and he was confident he'd come through this as well.  Tune in to hear how Felix cut through all the noise to find his way to helping others and living a life of purpose and meaning.  Enjoy!=============================================================Connect with Felix here:Website:  https://www.successwerk.co/LinkedIn: Felix Boeckerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/felixboecker/Instagram: @felixboeckerhttps://www.instagram.com/felixboecker/Facebook: Felix Boeckerhttps://www.facebook.com/felixboeckerLinktree: https://linktr.ee/felixboeckerThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 94!  Hold onto your hats for this episode, as I sit down with US Air Force special operations Pararescueman and CIA operative, Nic McKinley.  After leaving the Air Force and joining the CIA, Nic saw the power of technology in targeting the bad guys, and after a combined 30 deployments as both a PJ and The Agency, Nic describes how he took his knowledge and skillset onto the battlefield of human trafficking.  Nic founded the DeliverFund, the only donor-funded solution to human trafficking that provides proprietary data and technology to law enforcement, enabling them to take down human traffickers more effectively.  Tune in to hear how this "real-life Jack Ryan" gets it done and join the fight with Nic by supporting DeliverFund. Enjoy!===========================================================Connect with Nic here:Website: https://www.nicmckinley.com/Instagram: @the.nic.mckinleyhttps://www.instagram.com/the.nic.mckinley/LinkedIn: The Nic Mckinleyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thenicmckinley/DeliverFund: (Donor-funded tech to take down human traffickers) https://deliverfund.org/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 93!  This episode is originally released close to Memorial Day.  While on Memorial Day, we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice and gave their last full measure for the freedom of all,  this week's guest, Cheri Mason, dedicated her career to helping those veterans who are still with us and who need to access the veterans benefits they have earned and deserve.  Cheri used her tenacious spirit to become the first woman and military spouse Chairman of the Board of Veterans' Appeals at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), where she transformed a struggling organization into a high functioning organization and delivered record breaking results to veterans and their families. In her upcoming book, "Dare To Relate: Leading with a Fierce Heart," she unveils how her journey as a multiple suicide loss survivor and a military spouse uniquely empowered her to embrace her unconventional leadership style.  You're sure to love this episode where Cheri shares the life lessons she employed to help our nation's veterans lead, transition to civilian life, and get needed assistance with physical and mental challenges post-military career.   Enjoy!=====================================================Keep up with Cheri Mason here:LinkedIn: Cheri (Cheryl) Masonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cheri-cheryl-mason-b231838/Book on Amazon: "Dare to Relate: Leading with a Fierce Heart" by Cheryl L Masonhttps://a.co/d/aCZjCGkThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 92!  This was such a fun conversation for me as I had the opportunity to interview active duty F-15 fighter pilot Wes Woodhouse.  Wes shared lessons learned on concentration, focus and managing your attention while juggling a myriad of potential inputs and distractions.  Lessons he learned from pilot training and then applied in over 400 hours of combat missions.   Wes is methodical in his approach to laying out a practical and tactical way to manage your own attention for improved productivity and intentionality in the things you pursue.   You'll love hearing from this humble leader!Enjoy!=======================================================If you'd like to learn more about 1:1 coaching with Wes or to join his mastermind, connect with him here to schedule a call to learn more: https://weswoodhouse.com/ Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 91!Meet Michael Jaquith.  This was a great conversation with a doctor of science - Michael has his PhD in Chemistry from Cornell - who is also a man of deep faith.  Michael left his corporate job after 10 years to help men optimize their family lives, their marriages and their business relationships by guiding them closer to God with a faith-based approach to self-improvement.   Michael shares his thoughts on how important it is that men get back to being the authentic, service-minded and sacrificial leaders they were created to be. Enjoy! Website: https://catholiclifecoachformen.com/Podcast: Catholic Life Coach For Menhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catholic-life-coach-for-men/id1545025860Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 90!  Kathy Hadizadeh shares an amazing story of determination and perseverance to immigrate to the United States from her home country of Iran after the country spiraled from being a modern, Westernized country into a oppressed country in chaos after a revolution in the 70's.  Kathy goes on to lead an amazingly successful life in corporate America before striking out on her own to live an authentic life without self-imposed limits and now leads others to do the same.  Enjoy!=====================================================Connect with Kathy here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathyhadizadeh/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 89 is here!  We officially kick off the new season, Season 3, with Michael O'Brien.  Michael was a super successful executive in marketing, leading a $700 million brand and had all the trappings of success.  Below the surface, though he was continually feeling like he had to "chase happiness" before he "made it".   Life changed for Michael when he was hit head on by an SUV while riding his bicycle. The wreck should have killed him but he somehow survived.   A period of darkness, anger, fear and depression gripped him as he contemplated his new life of limitations.  A mentor shared the thought that all events are neutral until we label them and asked Michael to consider if this event happened FOR him, rather than TO him.  After grappling with this idea for some time, Michael turned the corner and began to consider the moment of his wreck as his Last Bad Day.  Tune in and hear Michael's amazing and inspiring story!  ===================================================Connect with Michael here: Website: https://www.michaelobrienshift.com/ Website: https://www.pausebreathereflect.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelobrienpelotoncoaching/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.mindful.cyclist/@the.mindful.cyclist Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 88 - our final episode of 2023 and season 2!Tessa Arnold is the COO and Co-Founder of SnapBack Energy, a caffeine-free energy drink supplement.  She came to this role after her late-husband's passing, leaving behind a career in banking and diving headlong into the mind-body connection, studying neuroplasticity and Ayurveda - a Hindu system of medicine based on the idea of balance in bodily systems, diet, herbal medicine and breath work. We discuss how Tessa learned to recover from loss at a young age and has found herself leaning into resilience and perseverance throughout her life as she leads those around her.  Tune in to hear her inspiring story!  Enjoy! ------------------------------------------------------Connect with Tessa here: Websites:  https://balanceofyou.com/https://snapbackenergy.com/Instagram: @tess_elizabeth1https://www.instagram.com/tess_elizabeth1/@snapbackenergyhttps://www.instagram.com/snapbackenergy/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 87!  Cyrus Rustom grew up in the UK and joined the Royal Marine Commandos as young as he possibly could - not even 16 years old!  After barely surviving selection, he deploys to Afghanistan where he is severely injured in a non-combat accident that ends his military career.  Life becomes an adventure of partying, booze, drugs and avoidance before Cyrus awakens to the gift that is his life and turns to a life of health, gratitude and serving others.  Challenges persist, including going all-in on a new business just as the pandemic shuts down the world!  Cyrus keeps punching and shows the grit and determination that helped him survive selection and injury as he continues to find a way.  His latest challenge - and greatest joy - is balancing being a business owner and a new dad at the same time.  Tune in to here this humble warrior's awesome story!Enjoy! ------------------------------------------------Connect with Cyrus here: Instagram: @coachcyrushttps://www.instagram.com/coachcyrus/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 86! After graduating as a Chiropractic Physician, and buying a practice, Dr. Greg Pursley had a goal of becoming a multi-millionaire by the age of 30.  This was put on hold when his second child was born with a rare and life-threatening illness.  His life took a turn into chaos as he tried to keep all the balls in the air while caring for his son and keeping his family together.  In 2018, as his child's health improved, Greg re-evaluated what was working and what needed to change to allow him to thrive and live the life he dreamed of - with time freedom and the ability to not simply "own a job" and be able to leave his practice while it continued to grow.  Greg then authored a book called "Fix Your BS (Belief System)" - a book focused on how your belief system affects your potential for success - both positively and negatively.  A great conversation with Dr. G about how to build the life you want to live.  Enjoy!  ---------------------------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Greg Pursley here:Instagram: @drgregpursley https://www.instagram.com/drgregpursley/Website: https://fixyourbs.net/Book :  "Fix Your BS (belief system)"https://a.co/d/2uTnFHbFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pcmedicalcentersThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 85!  Meet Robert Poole!  Robert is the co-founder of Total Business Results, a business that helps entrepreneurs learn to run their business without being caught up in the nitty-gritty of running their business.  He shares how he had to come to this knowledge through his own experience when his business partner suddenly passed, leaving Robert to step from the operator in the background to the front man, the operator and everything in between.  Something had to give as there wasn't enough hours in the day to get it all done.  You'll enjoy this conversation where Robert shares his insights into personal development, and growth, and the vulnerability he experienced along the way.  Enjoy!Follow Robert here: ———————————————————————————————-Instagram: @therobertpoole https://instagram.com/therobertpoole?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==LinkedIn: Robert Poole https://www.linkedin.com/in/therobertpoole?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appEmail: robert@operatortoowner.net Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

RTA EP 84!  Jake Kauffman saw a repeating pattern in his adult life - one of initial success, then failure.  The pattern kept repeating and Jake determined to look within to learn why.  What he found was a suppressed trauma from his younger years - abuse suffered at a youth camp. Through much work, Jake learned he had to let love in to find healing and closure and his life hasn't been the same since.  He's now an accomplished author and coach of others.  Tune in to hear Jake's inspiring story and follow him for more.  --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Jake here:Website: https://www.awakewithjake.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjakekauffman/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 83!After seeing their own boys influenced by negative influences at school, on athletic fields and via the media, Steve Davis and David Panzik decided to step into the gap to become part of the solution.  They created The Raising Alphas Project  to teach the next generation of young boys and girls how to live and lead with ambition, persistence, humbleness and accountability.   We have a great conversation and learn more about the life experiences in the military, the fire service and in business that shaped their  decision.  We also discuss the value of doing hard things and the importance of Rites of Passage in shaping us all.  An honest dialogue, and you'll want to be wearing your big boy/ big girl pants for this one lest your feelings get hurt!  Tune in !  ---------------------------------------------------------Website: https://raisingalphasproject.com/Podcast: The Raising Alphas Project: https://open.spotify.com/show/7LxhmafevcHs0PgdWqIFJT?si=790c6d67f23648ceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingalphasproject/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaisingAlphasProjectWebsite: https://www.liveforbrie.com/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 82!Meet Mike “C-Roc” Ciorrocco, Host of the podcast, “What are you made of?” And author of the best-selling book, “Rocket Fuel: Convert Setbacks. Become Unstoppable.” Mike is also a performance coach and has been featured by Yahoo!Finance as a Top Business Leader to follow.  Mike didn't have it easy though, as he had to overcome a broken home as a kid with a family that struggled with addiction, abuse, depression and anxiety.  You're going to love hearing how Mike overcame this to become a successful entrepreneur, leading others to create their own future, converting setbacks and becoming Unstoppable!   Enjoy!---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Mike here:Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mikeycroc/Website: https://www.mikecroc.com/Book: “Rocket Fuel: Convert Setbacks. Become Unstoppable.” Amazon: https://a.co/d/0LgZ6vqThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 81!Meet Nick Pappas.  Nick was a gifted collegiate football player who followed a similar downward spiral of addiction to alcohol as his father. His athletic prowess provided adequate cover, as his transgressions were swept under the rug to allow him to continue to play.  It eventually caught up to Nick and his multiple DUIs ended his chances to play collegiate ball.  Things got worse for Nick before they got better until he found the grit, the grace, and the love of his wife to turn it around.  Now Nick is coaching and mentoring others to avoid a similar path as he pursues his goal of becoming a trauma counselor.  He reminds us that our scars can take us to the stars if we let them.  Enjoy!--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Nick here:https://www.wefaceittogether.org/https://www.wefaceittogether.org/bios/nickThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

RTA Uncut episode 4!  Almost one year ago, I interviewed Mike DeSanti on episode 38 of Return to Authenticity.  In the time since that interview, Mike became a new dad to his first son and recently moved his family to a new home.  We catch up on all things fatherhood, rites of passage, building resiliency and how he stay's focused on what matters most to him - his relationship with his wife and son.  Enjoy! -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Intro/Outro Music by Chris Trapper, and his hit song, "Avalanche" On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6kL4KnzfZAZQ6lIyZnMg3l?si=1c090abd53c24d76Follow Mike here:Web: https://newmanemerging.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike_desanti/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080736836684Read his book, "New Man Emerging" On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/New-Man-Emerging-Awakening-Fulfillment/dp/1943625131/ref=sr_1_1?crid=JEZT3NNCQT29&keywords=new+man+emerging+book&qid=1697476435&sprefix=new+man+em%2Caps%2C127&sr=8-1 Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 80!  Meet Austin Linney.  Austin was living life in the fast lane making a six figure income as a 20-something in the high-end restaurant and liquor business.  He became addicted to drugs and alcohol and saw his life unravel almost as quickly as he built it.  He came to terms with the victim mentality that had rooted itself in his mindset and found new courage to take the first step to uprooting it - acknowledging he had to quit to drinking and using drugs.  One step became two, and now, Austin is a real estate investor and business owner while being a coach and hosting a podcast called "Construct Your Life with Austin Linney".   A wild ride that's just getting started!   Tune into this week's episode!  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Austin here: Website: https://www.austinlinney.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-linney-9576b6181/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austin_linney/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/austin.linneyPodcast: "Construct your life with Austin Linney": https://www.austinlinney.com/podcastThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 79!  Meet Dom Brightmon a best selling author of "Going North: Tips & Techniques to Advance Yourself" and "Stay the course: The Elite Performers 7 Secret Keys to Sustainable Success".  He was also a contributing author to bestseller, "Crappy to Happy: Sacred Stories of Transformational Joy." This episode will have you smiling from beginning to end as Dom is an engaging speaker with many tips for finding joy in your everyday life.  Sit back and enjoy the knowledge Dom shares on how to be happy!  ________________________________________________Keep up with Dom here: Website: https://www.dombrightmon.com/Podcast:  Going North Podcast Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 78!  Rick Scadden grew up in a broken home with a father in and out of jail.   Alcohol and drug use took over Rick's life, landed him in jail and nearly broke him.  Hear how he found redemption and healing and now is committed to a life of service to others.   For those struggling with drugs and alcohol or have family and friends who are, Rick's story offers hope to all!  A powerful story you'll want to be ready for!  _____________________________________Connect with Rick here:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rick.scadden.1 email: rscadden@citipointechurch.com Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Welcome to episode 77 of Return to AuthenticityThis week's guest is Eric Daddario, a Boston native who grew up with a passion, an obsession, that was hockey.  He played for hours whenever he could get outside and skate or play street hockey.  Eric's dream was to play Division 1 hockey in a state powerhouse known for top-notch, tough, hockey talent.  It would take ultimate focus and determination, which Eric was more than willing to give.  What he did not count on was losing sight in his right eye to a freak accident when he was in the eighth grade.  He wouldn't be deterred and put in even more effort to overcome this health challenge and accomplished his goal - playing hockey for 4 years at the Division 1 level.  What he encountered next in life would have dropped most men to their knees.  Eric's brother accidentally overdosed after years fighting a drug problem and lost his life. Eric used this crushing loss to refocus and dedicate his life to helping other young men and women athletes understand the power of a single decision and how to overcome difficulty in their lives.  An incredible episode - you'll want to catch every word.  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Eric here:Website: https://ericdaddario.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericdaddario/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eric.daddarioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-daddario-16019753/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 76!  Could you imagine being tossed into a Chinese prison, with no lawyer, no ability to speak or understand the language, no idea how long you'd be in for and if you'd ever see your friends and family again?  Chancellor Jackson can imagine, as he lived it.  Tune in to hear how grit, tenacity and courage helped him find his way out and how his no quit mindset and being willing to bet on himself has now led him to be an accomplished author of multiple bestselling books ranked in the top of their category on Amazon.  And Chancellor isn't close to being done, as along with writing, he's now coaching others how to become successful authors as well.  Tune in to hear how he did it! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Chancellor here:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/korlehj/Books on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/stores/Chancellor%20K.%20Jackson/author/B086YGY4BMLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/chancellor-jackson29/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chancellorkjackson/Soundcloud:https://soundcloud.com/chance-dread-jacksonThanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina

Episode 75!Chris Bruno grew up in Denver, Colorado in a family that encouraged and shaped him to be of service to others.  After a stint in corporate America and a decade of life as a missionary in the Middle East, Chris came home to attend seminary and counseling school.  He founded the counseling center, ReStory and started the Restoration Project to provide "fathering" experiences and resources for men to develop deeper relationships with their children.   Tune in to hear how Chris's life experiences shaped him to be prepared to live the life he's living out today.Enjoy!  -----------------Connect with Chris here:Website:https://www.restorationproject.net/https://www.restorationproject.net/firstprojecthttps://www.restory.life/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/restorationprojectco/https://www.instagram.com/storyrestored/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RestorationProjecthttps://www.facebook.com/ReStory.Life/Thanks for listening! Eric Sardina Executive Life Coaching Feeling stuck, empty or out-of-sync at work, at home, or in your relationships? As a business and life coach, I help individuals work through these feelings towards authentic lives of meaning and purpose. I also work with organizations to optimize their teams and individual contributors. Interested in working with me or learning more? Connect with me below: Website: https://www.ericsardina.com - book a free, 15-minute strategy session. https://calendly.com/ericsardina/8-session-authentically-you-discovery-call-website-linkFollow me on: Instagram: @Eric_sardina26.2 Facebook: Eric SardinaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericsardina/ Affiliate: LMNT hydration drink mix: get a free sample pack with your first order by using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/ericsardina