The Conscious PIVOT Podcast

What does No Bullsh!t Leadership look like in a business? Why is this leadership concept a fail-proof tool, and how can it ensure your company's success? To unravel the mystical curtains behind this leadership concept is a leadership performance expert, author, and podcaster, Martin G. Moore. From sorting his principles on leadership, defining resilience in the modern workplace, and sharing his insights on the future of work, Martin brings so much value in this episode. So, let's unwrap Martin's secret to practice resilience and keep growing. Don't miss this insightful conversation because one thing I can assure you: There's no bullsh!t here!

Life is an intricate journey filled with highs and lows, joys and sorrows. In this episode, Adam Markel sits with Andrew Bennett, a keynote speaker, workshop leader, coach, and two-time TEDx presenter. Together, they explore the essential facets of resilience, highlighting the transformative power of embracing change. They discuss how life's hardships, much like its moments of joy, are transient and emphasize the importance of savoring every experience. Andrew brings up his upcoming book, The Restorative Mindset: The Magic of Finding Inner Peace, and shares sneak peeks at its insights about significant loss, seeking greater purpose, and rewriting your life's chapter. Throughout the episode, Andrew emphasizes that our stories, even the most challenging ones, can become a source of healing for ourselves and a lifeline for those who need it. Tune in to start your journey towards a more resilient, peaceful, and fulfilling life.

Have you ever felt like work was taking over your life, leaving you with little time for personal pursuits? Dr. Baktari knows the feeling, and he's here to guide us through the strategies he's learned in his journey. In this episode, we have Dr. Jonathan Baktari, the CEO of eNational Testing, e7 Health, and US Drug Test Centers, who shares his wisdom on achieving a harmonious balance between career and personal well-being. Dr. Baktari discusses the evolving nature of the workforce, emphasizing how each generation brings unique challenges and opportunities. From the industrial era to the digital age, one thing remains constant – change. Are you ready to adapt? Dr. Baktari also expounds on the role of a CEO, believing that it's not just about profits but improving the lives of everyone in the organization. Find out how Dr. Baktari maintains balance in his life, from regular workouts to family time, hobbies, and a commitment to mindfulness. Tune in now!

Sarah Conger is the VP of Customer Experience at VGM Fulfillment. She joins Adam Markel in this conversation about the right way to deliver valuable feedback. They discuss the importance of creating a safe and caring environment to make feedback easier to digest and apply. Sarah points out why you should revisit the way you provide such comments to avoid initial responses centered on anger or defensiveness. They also talk about turning your problem-solver mode off when helping others to stop yourself from overreaching or overreacting. Sarah shares how she sets personal boundaries to help her decide when to act and when to listen. Show Notes:00:00 – Introduction01:18 – Why Sarah love problems03:34 – What to fix and not to fix11:54 – How a leader came to Sarah's help22:04 – Giving valuable feedback29:42 – Creating a safe workplace environment37:05 – Today's concept of resiliency44:43 – Sarah's daily ritual

The best leaders are often those that care about their people, seeing them as humans who seek growth in their personal and professional lives just as much as we want it for our business. Tom Peters, the co-author of the bestselling book, In Search of Excellence, believes this is one of the great foundations of creating excellence in business. In this episode, Tom reminds us of the value of managing people effectively in a way that facilitates their professional and personal growth. How do we do that? What kind of leadership style can help us lead our people? Tom answers this and more. At the end of the day, it's 100% people's business. Tune in and become a leader desperate for your people's growth.

At the end of the day, business is all about the people. Its success hinges on the very individuals who give their best because they feel valued and empowered. This is what Shaw Industries, one of the largest flooring manufacturing companies in the world, believes. Mike Fromm, its Chief Human Resources Officer, sheds light on the company's philosophy: “Our people and our business are not separate. They are one and the same. When our people thrive, our business thrives.” In this episode, Adam Markel interviews Mike to talk about the importance of creating an environment where people feel safe to challenge the status quo and develop. They discuss how leaders can work towards empowering their people, providing psychological safety for their voices to be heard. Mike also talks about humility in leadership, the current market cycle, developing a learning organization, and the difference between training and development. All of these topics show the vital role of leaders as they lead their people and business to overcome challenges and take hold of opportunities.

Hope isn't just a feeling; it's a weapon we wield against life's challenges, forging resilience in the fires of adversity. Join us in this episode as we dive into an impactful conversation about mental health, resilience, and the power of hope. Our guest, Tom Campbell, former Army Sergeant Major and founding member of the US Army Drill Sergeant Association, shares his deeply personal journey through the challenges of PTSD, burnout, and the path to healing. Through his story, he reveals the pressures of maintaining a façade of invincibility while grappling with the burden of trauma. Tom highlights the pivotal moments and lessons he learned along the way such as finding resilience amidst adversity, using hope as a weapon, and shifting the narrative. Tune in and get inspired to view mental health, hope, and resilience in a new light.

Despite the changes we have seen in the world, being a woman of color remains challenging. Moving up the corporate ladder, for example, can feel like the odds are already stacked against you. International bestselling author Kelly Markey is well-familiar with the struggle. She is a Nobel Prize nominee for both literature and peace, a Woman Changing the World award finalist, and Top Executive of the Year 2023 - International Associations of Top Professionals. In this episode, she shares the challenges she faced across her journey—from living under the apartheid regime to moving to New Zealand and Australia, where she worked towards every corporate opportunity available. Kelly shares the challenges she faced along the way, tapping into psychological safety in the workplace and DEI. With her book, Don't Just Fly, SOAR, Kelly provides inspiration and tools to find resilience and overcome life's adversities. So follow this conversation and don't miss out on the wisdom Kelly imparts and more!

Eddy Badrina is the CEO of Eden Green Technology, a company that pushes the boundaries of green technology to deliver fresh food to local communities. In this conversation with Adam Merkel, he explains how they utilize a groundbreaking concept called vertical farming technology, which revolutionizes how nutritious produce is grown and distributed to achieve food resiliency. He explores the benefits of turnkey greenhouse systems and why it is much better than traditional farming. Eddie also talks about his entrepreneurial journey, opening up about the power of shifting perspectives, reframing experiences, being present, and acknowledging personal struggles without judgment.

Dr. Richard Shuster (pronounced Shoe-Stir) is a clinical psychologist, TEDx speaker, CEO of Your Success Insights, renowned media expert, and the host of The Daily Helping podcast. In this replay episode, we look back on his insights about the future of work after it has been disrupted by COVID-19. He joins Adam Markel to discuss how to navigate the long-term impact of the pandemic both at home and at work. They talk about the necessary innovation every workplace must embrace to meet the ever-changing demands of employees and the entire market. Dr. Richard also shares the right approach to handle stress and anxiety, as well as the best way to build resilience during uncertain times.

Tough times are inevitable but what you can do about them is all within your choice. For Max Borges, life wasn't always easy. But with optimism, he found countless opportunities and achieved more success than he has ever dreamed of. Helping others get through life, he wrote the book, How to Be Fan-f*cking-tastic!—a collection of wisdom, motivational quotes, statements and insights from his journey growing his namesake agency. In this episode, he shares some of them with us, leaving inspiration to face life's curveballs. Particularly, Max tells his journey of growing his agency from a laptop on his kitchen table to generating $10 million in annual revenue. Through it all, his story highlights how we can always come back from difficulty. It's a matter of responding to it not with dread and fear but with optimism and action. Tune in to this conversation and be fan-f*cking-tastic!

Unlocking one's full potential through self-mastery is a transformative journey that can lead to profound rewards in life. However, it's unfortunate that we often overlook the significance of this inner exploration. It's time we change that. In this episode, Adam Markel engages in a thought-provoking conversation with the esteemed Consciousness Accelerator & Transformation Specialist, Kevin Russell. Kevin shares his inspiring story of rediscovering his energetic core, forging a deep connection with his inner self, and embarking on a remarkable quest towards self-enlightenment. Tune in to this transformative episode, and embark on a journey that transcends personal limitations, paving the way for a more empowered and enlightened existence. The secrets to self-mastery await those who dare to explore the depths of their consciousness. Start your journey now!

CBD is not a cure-all, but rather an essential element in supporting our body's natural ability to recover and find balance. Embracing CBD as a modality for recovery might be the key to unmasking your inner resilience and finding the strength to overcome life's challenges. In this informative episode, we are joined by William Branum, a former Navy SEAL, and the founder of Naked Warrior Recovery. Today, he shares his inspiring story of overcoming trauma and discovering a path to healing through CBD. William first recounts his experiences as a Navy SEAL and the burden of carrying the weight of trauma, stress, and anxiety. He opens up about the emotional toll that combat can take on the human psyche and how he found solace in the least expected remedy – CBD. Through this natural anti-inflammatory, he noticed a gradual reduction in the figurative "temperature" of his emotions, helping him to regain control and heal emotionally, mentally, and psychologically. Delving into the science behind CBD, William educates us on the endocannabinoid system – a network of neuroreceptors found throughout the body. He also uncovers the historical stigma attached to CBD and how misconceptions have overshadowed its profound healing benefits. Breaking down these barriers, Will shares how his company, Naked Warrior Recovery, aims to create a safe space for everyone to embrace vulnerability and embark on their journey toward healing. Tune in now and discover how CBD can be a path to healing!

Our behavior sometimes undermines our productivity and success. Is there a way to turn around this self-sabotaging behavior? In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Heiss, a Stress Physiologist and the author of Instinct, dives deep into the power of our brain and how we can rewire it to work for us. She stresses the importance of humility, overcoming the fear of failure, and the instincts that we possess, tracing it far back to our ancestors. Plus, Dr. Heiss talks about the value of taking a pause and slowing down, especially in the context of this fast-moving world. When you take a pause, you can assess yourself, allowing you to become resilient and bounce back from the chaos. Get up and stop sabotaging yourself. Learn to lessen your fear of failure with Dr. Rebecca Heiss today!

The future is safe with change, but the fear of the unknown holds us back from change and growth. It takes a lot of courage and resilience to delve into the unknown to grow. In this episode, Ryan Berman, the host of The Courageous Podcast and the author of Return On Courage, joins us today to provide tips to unlock and install courage in our people. He also discusses the value of mentorship to help you become aware of your mental health issues. Ryan emphasizes the difference between resilience and courage and how they work hand in hand with change. Don't miss this insightful episode with Ryan Berman and learn to harness courage today! Show Notes06:26 - The idea of creating space for collisions.14:11 - Remote work is in emote work is the leader's goal.29:03 - 79% of people right now in America are, are, are coping with mental health issues.22:37 - What we call a mental health issue itself is an issue.24:36 - Delivering Happiness.28:35 - Three types of people in the world33:15 - A remedy for mental health is nothing more or less than clarity.39:51 - Fear and courage are brothers.43:32 - Act of resilience

The world is filled with so much turmoil that it can be difficult to confront the truth, especially with how we view ourselves in relation to other people. Relationship expert and truth seeker, Peter King sheds light on what it means to face the truth, no matter how hard they are, in our relationships against the changes happening in our society. Peter is also the host of the Wired for Impact podcast and follows his life mission to define a universal relationship ideal that people aspire to achieve, requiring them to fulfill their maximum potential. He joins Adam Markel to share more about his work, primarily with men and boys, to help them rediscover their place in this world. Peter also dives deep into the importance of communication in a relationship, the nuances of masculine energy, and how the male and female relate to one another and be resilient. The world is polarized as it is. What can we bring to the table and co-exist so we can make this world better? Let Peter illuminate you in this conversation.

Kenneth Tripp, Senior Vice President of Global Operations and Logistics at Zimmer Biomet, believes that resilience is not just about surviving; it's about thriving in the face of adversity, adapting to change, and discovering the untapped strength within ourselves. Join us in this captivating episode as we feature Ken Tripp to discuss resilience and the power of adaptability. Ken shares the secrets to adapting and bouncing back from life's toughest challenges and uncovering the power within you to navigate through difficult times. He emphasizes how resilience is not an inborn trait but a skill that can be nurtured and developed over time. He shares the continuous process of building resilience, where every experience serves as a lesson and a stepping stone toward personal growth. Ken explains the transformative mindset of resilience—a beacon of positivity, hope, and unwavering belief in your ability to overcome any obstacle. Tune in now and learn how to embrace setbacks as opportunities to learn, adapt, and find creative solutions.Show Notes:02:25 – Cryptologic Technology And 9/1118:18 – Resilience In Small Companies23:54 – The Navy Experience34:53 – Failure And Accountability42:34 – For The Love Of Movies59:02 – Adaptability: There's No Roadmap For The Future

Embrace the freedom to rewrite your rule book and create a life that aligns with your purpose, for life is happening for you, not to you. In this inspiring episode, host Adam Markel engages in a captivating conversation with Suzanne Monroe, the founder of the International Association of Wellness Professionals (IAWP). Suzanne shares her personal journey of overcoming career burnout and a family health crisis. This led her to discover her passion for holistic wellness and helping others. She discusses the concept of "rule book burnout" and the importance of finding freedom and agency in our lives. Through her experiences, Suzanne explains how you can reawaken your purpose and create a career you love. She explains the transformative power of holistic wellness, encompassing mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual resilience. Suzanne's personal principles and rituals for resilience, including the practice of pressing pause throughout the day, will inspire you to recharge and restore your energy. Get ready to discover the art of rewiring your rule book and stepping into a life of purpose and fulfillment. Tune in now! Discover the International Association of Wellness Professionals (IAWP): Website | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram Show Notes: 04:40 The Rule Book Mindset: Why It Isn't Working Out 09:09 The Reevaluation Moment 15:01 The Corporate Culture Still Hasn't Shifted18:39 Personal Principles 28:54 Three Things: Natural Talents, Passion, And Personal Story 35:41 The Importance Of Pressing Pause

Our energy can meet the moment's challenge. As humans, we tend to deplete our energy, causing us to become more irritable, to face mental challenges, or experience burnout! In this episode, Richard Ollis, a Board Member of The Wellness Council of America, talks about improving health, well-being, and resilience to reduce burnout. He also shares the role of leaders in consensus building and collaboration to become successful. It is important to note that we have a role in becoming more resilient in the face of change and disruption of the status quo. Start your journey and face the ever-changing landscape with courage and resilience, beginning with this conversation. Show Notes: 06:40 - The World Of Wellness Expands In Different Facets Of Health And Wellbeing08:30 - The Point Of Inflection For Health And Wellbeing12:46 - Serve Your Client At A Level You Can Perform At18:54 - The Fourth Generation In The Business22:42 - How To Be Resilient In The Public Forum Space30:31 - The Natural Tendency Of Humans To Expend Positive Or Negative Energy32:04 - The Umbrella Concept Of Resiliency And Creating Psychological Safety

There is no better teacher of resilience than nature. Nature doesn't care if you're rich or poor. It doesn't care what you have achieved in life. When you're out there, exposed to the elements, that is when your resilience really gets tested and built. Adam's guest for this episode sees nature as a petri dish from which she can harbor wild ideas. Her whole career has been marked by adventure, resilience, and adaptability. Shelby Stanger is the host and creator of the hip podcast, Wild Ideas Worth Living, where she has spoken to countless CEOs, athletes, activists, and thought leaders. Shelby is always chasing adventure herself. Her willingness to take on challenges and dive into uncertainty all contributed to the epic life she's living. Tune in and listen to the wisdom she has to impart to the world in this exciting conversation. Get the newest Change Proof Podcast episode delivered directly to you – subscribe here. And, if you're enjoying the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on iTunes! For instructions click here.How do we leverage continuous uncertainty to thrive in this unprecedented new world? The answer is to build the resilience we need to power us through the challenges we face so that we become “Change Proof.” Prepare to tackle the future with confidence by reading Adam's latest book Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience.

No matter where you are in business, you will have to face disruptions one way or another. Garry Ridge, the Chairman and CEO of WD-40 Company, understood this, especially with the challenges brought by the pandemic. In this episode, he joins Adam Markel to share how they have built resilience in the company by learning to embrace uncertainty. He tells us the lessons they came to know around fear and worry and why creating a culture of belongingness can help overcome pressing organizational issues. The world has undeniably changed since COVID-19. We either sink or swim. Tune in to this conversation as Garry helps us see the light out of the tunnel, taking care not only of our business but our people as well.

The greatest assets of our society are our children, and we must ensure that their education and well-being are never taken for granted or hindered by conflicting interests. By cultivating adaptability, learning from diverse perspectives, and valuing individuals of all ages, we can build a resilient and thriving community for generations to come. In this episode, we have special guest Lizzy Johnson, CEO of TransCend4, educator, administrator, and entrepreneur that supports school districts to impact students across Texas and beyond. Today, she covers a wide range of topics, starting with the challenges of being a parent with no manual to follow, and how adaptable and agile kids are today. Lizzy also touches on resilience and the importance of being adaptable to changes in the environment. She discusses how society should learn from those with different perspectives, whether young or old, and not discriminate against people based on their age. And she emphasizes how the younger generation might just be the key to building the society we all need. The episode is light and funny, and listeners are encouraged to share the episode with friends and family, leave a review, and take a free resilience assessment at resiliencerank.com. Tune in now.

Life is a grueling pursuit, filled with disappointments and setbacks, but it is through our resilience and ability to forgive ourselves for our mistakes that we find the strength to keep moving forward and ultimately achieve our greatest aspirations. In this episode, our special guest is Cameron Black, a Wellness Director at Ollis/Akers/Arney Insurance & Business Advisors. Cameron is also a Scotsman living in America who is still finding his path. He is a recovering swimmer who has a fascinating story to tell about his journey from aspiring to make it to the Olympics to almost making it but ultimately falling short. He talks about the disappointment that still lingers with him more than 20 years later and how he deals with his regrets and mistakes. They also discuss the stress that comes with being an athlete and the pressure to perform. Cameron shares how his regret as a swimmer chasing the Olympic dream taught him self-forgiveness and led him to a new purpose in life. Join us in this conversation about resilience in the face of disappointment and learn how to forgive yourself for your mistakes.Show Notes:05:53 Swimming and beyond18:07 The time to move on36:21 The blend of personal and professional lives43:30 Outlets of forgivenessGet the newest Change Proof Podcast episode delivered directly to you – subscribe here. And, if you're enjoying the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on iTunes! For instructions click here.How do we leverage continuous uncertainty to thrive in this unprecedented new world? The answer is to build the resilience we need to power us through the challenges we face so that we become “Change Proof.” Prepare to tackle the future with confidence by reading Adam's latest book Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience.

Finding the flexibility between our personal and professional lives has always been a struggle for many years. The pandemic only accelerated the process of seeing through this need, especially in the form of remote or hybrid work. Sought-after speaker, culture consultant, and best-selling author, Gustavo Razzetti, is passionate about helping teams do the best work of their lives. In this episode, he joins Adam Markel to give us his insights on the present-day situation of remote and hybrid work and where we are heading with it in the future. Gustavo shares research and facts on the benefits of this current work set-up—from productivity to diversity—as well as the challenges in leadership. With his book, Remote Not Distant, he gives advice on how you can design a company culture that will help you thrive in the hybrid environment. Tune in to learn more about the changing work environment and its impact on our overall well-being. Show Notes: 02:02 - Metaphors As Shortcuts For Learning04:19 - Stinky Fish In The Organization07:20 - How Can Organizations Implement Hybrid Work24:11 - How Remote Work Has Helped Disenfranchised Groups26:11 - Hybrid Work And Environment Social Governance (ESG)29:12 - Creating More Wellbeing In The WorkplaceGet the newest Change Proof Podcast episode delivered directly to you – subscribe here. And, if you're enjoying the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on iTunes! For instructions click here.How do we leverage continuous uncertainty to thrive in this unprecedented new world? The answer is to build the resilience we need to power us through the challenges we face so that we become “Change Proof.” Prepare to tackle the future with confidence by reading Adam's latest book Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience.

Discipline has a very specific connotation. In some respects, it is hard. It is almost punishing and grueling. But Joel Green frames it in a totally different way. Joel the National Director for Nike Sports Camps, an accomplished speaker and founder of Pro Level Training. In this conversation with Adam Markel, Joel shares what discipline meant to him as a young person growing up in a difficult neighborhood in Philadelphia. He explains how discipline played a role in his journey as a student-athlete to becoming the 7-figure entrepreneur he is today. He also shares snippets of what we can learn from his book, Filtering: The Way to Extract Strength From The Struggle. Join in and learn how you can achieve what you want in life through diligence, discipline, and vigilance!Show Notes:00:01:16 Joel's superpower of discipline and how it rewards him00:09:30 Joel's journey as a student-athlete00:15:23 “Just do it”00:18:49 Getting your head straight00:22:22 Self-pity is a disease00:27:48 Nike Sports Camp and making an impact on the globe00:30:32 Joel's goal to create impact across the globe00:32:00 The quest for equality00:39:40 Joel's moment-to-moment ritual00:43:49 Adam's final thoughts

“Your freedom is already here and now.” – Hale Dwoskin.Choose to let go of your emotions instead of letting them control you, but how can we do that? Today, Adam Markel welcomes Hale Dwoskin, the New York Times best-selling author of “The Sedona Method” and the founder of Sedona Training Associates. In this episode, he shares the key to achieving happiness. When we let go of our emotions and transform ourselves from the inside out, easily and permanently, we will truly find our freedom. Tune in to learn how to put an end to the struggle of suppressing those long-standing emotional challenges you have. Show notes: 06:08 – We are all that pure limitless awareness.07:30 – The Sedona Method14:15 – Every time we think we know why things happen, it's beyond what we think.18:14 – Misery comes from one thing.21:16 – The natural flow of life27:10 – The greatest secret30:40 – The mind is a tool if we use it correctly.Get the newest Change Proof Podcast episode delivered directly to you – subscribe here. And, if you're enjoying the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on iTunes! For instructions click here.How do we leverage continuous uncertainty to thrive in this unprecedented new world? The answer is to build the resilience we need to power us through the challenges we face so that we become “Change Proof.” Prepare to tackle the future with confidence by reading Adam's latest book Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience.

Resilience is not about eliminating stress, but finding the right dose and matching it with the right recovery. It's in this balance, in this harmony, that we perform at our best in every aspect of our lives. In this episode, Dr. Erik Korem, the founder of AIM7, delves into the topic of achieving resilience. He framed stress as the gas and brake in a car, where we constantly toggle between the two. The key to resilience is to find the right dose of stress and match it up with the right dose of recovery. Dr. Korem introduces the five pillars that lead to adaptability and provides research-backed advice on how to achieve them. He emphasized that stress is only a problem when it exceeds our capacity to adapt to it. When we adapt in an optimal way, we achieve harmony in the relationship between our parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems. Dr. Korem also shares how improving in this aspect is key to excelling in different parts of life, including personal or work relationships and physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual wellbeing. Tune in to learn how to achieve harmony and resilience in your life.Show notes:[01:19] Resilience: Talking Tee for the Day [07:23] The Five Pillars to Adaptability [23:05] Why We Need Sleep More Than Anything [36:51] Establishing Good Rituals

By accepting our emotions and non-judgment, we can create less suffering and pain in our lives, find peace in a world filled with anger and uncertainty, and use our difficult emotions for personal growth. In this episode, Dr. Greg Hammer dives deep into the topic of non-duality and neutrality. He talks about the difference between pain and suffering and how pain is optional, while suffering is not. Dr. Hammer shares his GAIN philosophy – Gratitude, Acceptance, Intention, and Non-Judgment. He expounds on this philosophy and explains how we can use this to create less suffering and pain in our lives. Dr. Greg also explores the concept of benevolent indifference and how acknowledging and utilizing our emotions can lead to personal growth. He shares his number one tool for letting go of difficult emotions without repressing or suppressing them. Tune in to learn how to let go of judgment and start living in the present now. Show Notes:● Season in our lives - 01:49 ● Neuroplasticity - 8:36● Fine distinction between acceptance and non-judgement - 14:24● Benevolent Indifference - 21:06● Life is a journey. There's a path. - 42:42 ● How is beating ourselves up contributing to our happiness? - 51:55● It's Resilience. How to be present, how to be accepting, how to be intentional. - 57:28

No one reaches a level of success without having the spirit of being adventurous. As with all great endeavors, becoming a businessperson/entrepreneur means signing up for the roller coaster ride. Bill Nussey is one to not shy away from adventures, and it shows in his amazing career journey. Bill is a Partner at Engage and Tech Square Ventures, author of Freeing Energy, and podcast host. He has spent most of his career as a tech CEO, helping lead several startups to successful exits, including an IPO. In 2016, he left the tech industry to join the climate revolution. In this episode, he joins Adam Markel to share with us the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur. He taps into the value of being adventurous, overcoming the imposter syndrome, and embracing the suck. Keeping himself mentally healthy amidst the tough road ahead, Bill then shares how he deals with stress. Plus, Bill gives us a sneak peek into his book, Freeing Energy, where he writes for entrepreneurs and innovators who want to have cleaner, cheaper, and more electricity systems. Tune in to this conversation and learn more about what it takes to be an entrepreneur and extend your success forward to change the world! Show Notes · 06:08 – The Spirit Of Adventurousness In Business· 07:21 – The Raw Humanity That Creates Bond· 12:26 – When The Imposter Syndrome Shows Up· 17:52 – Embracing The Suck· 32:05 – Is Pain Required Or Optional?· 36:27 – The Genesis Of Freeing Energy· 41:45 – How Bill Creates His Own Renewable EnergyGet the newest Change Proof Podcast episode delivered directly to you – subscribe here. And, if you're enjoying the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on iTunes! For instructions click here.How do we leverage continuous uncertainty to thrive in this unprecedented new world? The answer is to build the resilience we need to power us through the challenges we face so that we become “Change Proof.” Prepare to tackle the future with confidence by reading Adam's latest book Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience.

There's a lot of stress when you face tons of challenges. But how do you deal with that stress? How do you make opportunities out of them? In this episode, Dr. John Demartini, the author of the Resilient Mind, shares his insights on how you can face challenges and stress and make opportunities out of it. When you are stuck with your interpretation of reality towards others, that's when your resilience and adaptability become less. Resilience and adaptability come from an objective state where you are not subjectively biased in your interpretation. Tune in to this episode as we go deeper into building a Resilient Mind. Show Notes: 20:38 - Subjective bias32:31 - Neuroplastically remodel the brain36:02 - How to create a more resilient mind42:42 - It's wise to do lessGet the newest Change Proof Podcast episode delivered directly to you – subscribe here. And, if you're enjoying the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on iTunes! For instructions click here.How do we leverage continuous uncertainty to thrive in this unprecedented new world? The answer is to build the resilience we need to power us through the challenges we face so that we become “Change Proof.” Prepare to tackle the future with confidence by reading Adam's latest book Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience.

To be an effective leader, you must replant yourself regularly. Owning what is in your life, being transparent about it, and developing credibility with others is the key to success in business and in life. In this episode, Heather Hansen shares her pivotal story and insights on leadership, credibility, and transparency. Heather is a Keynote speaker, consultant, trainer & author of The Elegant Warrior and Advocate to Win. Heather shares how the idea of replanting yourself regularly, inspired by Aliyah Koka, has helped her become a better leader in her personal and professional life. Through her story, Heather emphasizes the importance of owning what is in our lives and being transparent about it. She also explores the themes of leadership, transparency, credibility, vulnerability, resilience, and more. Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with Heather Hansen. Show notes:● 01:13 - Heather Hansen Outside the Standard Bio● 05:20 - Clarity: A Tool of an Advocate● 10:21 - Professional Vulnerability● 19:43 - Credibility: To Believe● 27:13 - Advocating To Win● 34:40 - Knowing Yourself, Replanting Yourself● 39:00 - Resilience Is a Skill● 42:12 - Perspective-Taking

Dr. Darria Long Gillespie is a Harvard and Yale-trained emergency physician and a regular health expert on CNN, NBC, and Netflix. She is also a nationally best-selling author and a widely viewed TEDx speaker. She joins Adam Markel to share how to escape the grip of burnout that kills us bit by bit in form of self-comparison, stress, and anxiety. She opens up how her experience as a patient made her realize how to leapfrog out of uncertainty and develop coherence. Dr. Darria also discusses how the mind-body connection can help address pain and the importance of disconnecting in letting yourself recharge and recover.Show Notes: -0:00 - Introduction2:42 - Patient experience9:22 - TEDx Talk16:10 - Mind-body connection21:29 - Suppressing negative feelings26:36 - Study of women in burnout33:51 - Getting out of the grind36:31 - Takeaways from the study42:57 - Pause, ask, and choose48:26 - Little movement habit55:34 - Conclusion

Taking that conscious pivot requires letting go. It comes with the understanding that you need to move on from certain parts of your life in order to step into a newer and truer path. Nina Sossamon-Pogue is a former TV News Anchor, Tech Exec, and member of the USA gymnastics team. These experiences helped shape her current career as a speaker and author with a fascination for Resilience & Success after Change. In this episode, she joins Adam Markel to share her amazing journey and how the failures that went along with the wins in her life became a resource to inspire others through speaking, podcasting, and book writing. At the heart of it, Nina tells us about the value of resilience, especially in a world that is fast-changing. She dives deep into the courage of taking a step back, of doing something greater. Tune in to this great conversation and gain insights on finding success even after pivoting. Show Notes· 06:16 - The Bravery of Taking a Step Back· 14:35 - What Is Resilience· 19:55 - Reframing How We Look at Quiet Quitting· 24:48 - Nina's THISes· 36:37 - Stoicism, Change, and Success· 42:36 - This Is Not the End

“You can't pivot by looking backward.” - Adam Markel, Pivot: The Art and Science of Reinventing Your Career and Life. Change is bound to happen, and facing it forward instead of looking back will drive you forward. But how should you face change? It's with resilience. Adam Markel, the author of Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience, dives into the dynamics of change and how you can create the mindset that embraces it fully. He provides value on regeneration and time off, discusses the myths surrounding resiliency, and the best approaches to addressing burnout. Don't miss this inspiring episode! Want more of Adam Markel? Head into these links!· Adam also invites everyone to take his free resilience assessment to determine where your mindset currently stands: http://resiliencerank.com/ · Get the newest Change Proof Podcast episodes delivered directly to you – subscribe here. And, if you're enjoying the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on iTunes! For instructions click here. · DOING THIS for 10 Seconds Can Change Your Life! Click here to watch Adam's Inspiring TEDx Talk! Show Notes: 0:32 One year of Change Proof3:34 What makes Change Proof relevant today5:35 Creating pivot-ability7:25 Navigating the rip tide of change10:01 A business memoir11:32 Kernels of wisdom14:50 Change Proof reviews18:35 Marketing Change Proof21:20 Modeling resilience

Time for a resilience checkup: are you doing the things you should be doing to build personal resilience? The book, Change Proof, seeks to debunk the old paradigm of resilience that is based on grit and endurance. In the book, Adam Markel aims to change that dynamic and help people suffer less, thrive, and succeed while enjoying every step of the process. A big part of what Adam talks about in the book revolves around the 14 markers of resilience. In this episode, he talks about three of the most important: attention to health and good cardiovascular fitness; the capacity to recover rapidly from stress; and the ability to regulate our emotions. Tune in and find out how each of these markers contribute to building resilience and how we should implement them in our daily lives.Show Notes:03:35 Attention to health and good cardiovascular fitness09:01 The capacity to recover rapidly from stress13:58 The ability to regulate our emotionsGet the newest Change Proof Podcast episode delivered directly to you – subscribe here. And, if you're enjoying the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on iTunes! For instructions click here.How do we leverage continuous uncertainty to thrive in this unprecedented new world? The answer is to build the resilience we need to power us through the challenges we face so that we become “Change Proof.” Prepare to tackle the future with confidence by reading Adam's latest book Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience.

Financial resilience is one key aspect of resilience that we don't usually talk about. In this solocast episode of Change Proof, Adam Markel discusses how we can change our attitude towards money, see it for its true value, and use it to build true resilience in this changing world. This is an extremely relevant topic now that we are facing unprecedented inflation and a possible recession on the horizon. Most people have very little to no education when it comes to managing personal finances, so financial resilience is something that not many people really have or even understand. Even if you think you understand it, there is always something more to unpack. Start doing that by tuning in.Show Notes:01:17 The True Value of Money08:20 The Vital Importance of Financial Resilience11:14 Lessons from Pain15:39 Greater Consciousness21:06 The Psychology of Wealth35:44 Slow and Steady Wins the Race

Simply accepting the status quo is a huge obstacle for personal growth and development. If you want to achieve even bigger goals or successfully navigate every unpredictable thing in life, you must embrace your fears and undergo a self-disruption. Adam Markel opens up on his own journey of pivoting from stagnation and getting more aligned with his business goals and core life values. He explains how to be proactive in dealing with and growing in the midst of change, one of the constants of life everyone has to live with. Show Notes: - Raw Audio0:00 - Introduction1:10 - Fear of the status quo8:37 - Getting ready to pivot13:21 - Disrupting proactively20:05 - Conclusion

As a salesperson, you need to start leveraging your unique skills so that you get the sale. You don't need to follow all the textbook rules of what it means to be a great salesperson. Just be your most authentic self and not someone else. Join Adam Markel as he talks to entrepreneur, keynote speaker, podcast host, and author of the bestselling business book, It's Time to Sell: Cultivating the Sales Mind-Set, Chris Spurvey. Discover how Chris helps turn business owners and new sales professionals into confident and effective sellers. Chris has sold over $300 million in consulting services and has worked with thousands of entrepreneurs and professionals in their efforts to close more businesses and create win-win relationships with their clients. Learn more about Chris' sales mindset and philosophy. Find out how to open even more doors by tapping into what makes you special. Start feeling good about sales today! Show Notes:4:36 - The Philosophy Of Sales15:32 - Start Taking Action22:32 - Sales Is Not A Competition26:11 - Chris' Success Rituals

Many people say we need a lot of different skills for our career path, but has anyone ever actually taught you these skills? That's what Mark Herschberg discusses today. Mark is a CTPO, Speaker, MIT Instructor, and Author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. In this episode, Mark shares the career skills, tools, and approaches that are often undervalued and underutilized but are actually essential, especially in this generation. He also discusses in-depth resilience and what it looks like in the tech world. Tune in now and learn the essentials for your career path! Show Notes: [01:27] Mark Herschberg's Past[08:28] Renaissance Weekend[12:47] Pivot[15:18] MIT's Career Success Accelerator: The 10 Essential Skills[15:29] Section 1, Chapter 1: Career Planning [15:49] Section 1, Chapter 2: Working Effectively[16:01] Section 1, Chapter 3: Interviewing[16:25] Section 2, Chapter 1: Leadership and Management [16:32] Section 3, Chapters 1-4: Communication, Networking, Negotiations, Ethics[18:05] Leadership is Not Atomic[19:40] The Reason Behind the Bankruptcy Code[23:17] Why We Have Rules[31:08] How Companies Approach Culture[44:52] There Is A Change

Wendy Swire is an author, speaker, professor, leadership consultant, and certified fitness coach who founded the DC Neuroleadership Group. One of her missions is to guide people in giving their minds a well-deserved break by teaching them the concept of brain hygiene. In this conversation with Adam Markel, she shares simple practices and rituals to recharge and reset your brain, giving it a chance to handle the endless flow of information every single day. She explains the best approach to reducing cognitive load and how to fight negativity bias by embracing a mindset of gratitude. Wendy also talks about how any person can play the role of a coach and empower others just by asking the right questions.

We all have our own failures in life. Failure happens; it's normal. But then, why is it so hard to let them go? Why can it sometimes be a struggle to forgive ourselves for our very human failures? Our special guest for today is Dr. Eric Holsapper, Founder and Lead Facilitator at Living in the Gap, Author of “Profit with Presence – The Twelve Pillars of Mindful Leadership,” and Vistage Worldwide Speaker with over 40 years of business experience and 30 years meditation experience. In this episode, Dr. Eric discusses the forefront of what animates our emotional state, how to infuse mindfulness into a business career, how success is really about managing failure, and more! Tune in to our conversation with Dr. Eric now! Show Notes:02:22 – Managing Failure: How you turn things and transform06:57 – Mindfulness practice: Finding your blind spots10:02 – All issues are solvable if we can talk and get along and find compromise.15:44 – We're the root cause of everything we're experiencing.25:00 – We love to be distracted because when we're distracted, we're not present. We're not comfortable with the present.27:36 – Profit with Presence: The Twelve Pillars of Mindful Leadership32:43 – Ritual for resilience35:26 – It's an inside-out game.—Get the newest Change Proof Podcast episode delivered directly to you – subscribe here. And, if you're enjoying the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on iTunes! For instructions click here.How do we leverage continuous uncertainty to thrive in this unprecedented new world? The answer is to build the resilience we need to power us through the challenges we face so that we become “Change Proof.” Prepare to tackle the future with confidence by reading Adam's latest book Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience.

With the holidays coming up, Change Proof Podcast releases a special holiday episode! Today, #1 WSJ bestselling author, resilience keynote speaker, resilience researcher, workplace expert, CEO & attorney, and Change Proof Podcast host Adam Markel shares his experiences throughout the years as a podcast interviewer and a human being and talks about concerns about the human heart, mind, and world. Full of honest reflections and discussions on emotions, challenges, and resiliency, this lighthearted will be sure to add meaning to your holiday cheer! Show Notes:01:42 The holidays: a time of great joy, great challenge, or both 05:56 Change Proof: what it means to develop resilience 11:35 The collective evolution (advancing beyond regression)17:17 Emotions are dangerous, or are they?30:38 We're all baked the same way, built the same way, and wired the same way 35:45 What change proof loves, and is really all about40:27 Awareness changes the game

Ever since the pandemic, the winds of change have been getting stronger and stronger. As a consultant, you would need even more resilience to get through these times of uncertainty. Your clients could be away from your home, so you need the resilience to push forward. Today's guest is Larry Hitchcock. He is a Partner, Principal, and Transportation Sector Leader of Deloitte. Larry is a man that thrives in uncertainty, as he has been serving Fortune 50 clients for over twenty years. Join Adam Markel as he talks to Larry Hitchcock about what it means to be resilient, especially as a consultant. If you're new to consulting, you definitely want to listen to what you can do when you're faced with adversity. Build up your resilience today! Show Notes:0:44 - Larry's Bio5:34 - The Meaning Of Resilience9:45 - What We Learned During The Pandemic18:12 - Measurements & Outcomes22:45 - Thriving In Uncertainty29:38 - Tips On Overcoming Challenges36:25 - Go-To Reset Rituals

Continually feeling drained, worn out, and mentally exhausted despite the amount of workload? Fatigue is not an uncommon term, but it is among the body signs that humans just don't see and acknowledge. To let you in a little secret: it's all hardwired into our heads. In this episode, Dr. Amy Mednick, a Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist specializing in the compassionate treatment of a variety of conditions, shares the curious way the mind works, how to identify the causes of fatigue and learn how to address them, and how every basic human need—seen or unseen—is hardwired into our heads. Tune in now and enter the world of seeing the unseen! Show Notes: from RAW Audio● 4:02 – Psychiatry: The Art Of Understanding People ● 7:50 – The Corporate Wellbeing ● 4:50 – Writing Stuff Down Helps Big Time ● 37:53 – Breaks Are Essential ● 39:52 – You Cannot Sustain The Grit Grind ● 46:27 – Natural Empathy Vs Cognitive Empathy

Today's special guest is Rob Ashton: writer, former scientist, founder of global writing skills consultancy emphasis, and works at the intersection of the words and the mind. Together with our beloved host Adam Markel, this episode will be an in-depth discussion on understanding writing, how words we read affect our minds, how translating thoughts into text is now an undervalued skill in the digital age, and more! Tune in now and learn all about writing and how much it actually affects us. Show Notes: 3:50 Writing is suboptimal.11:57 The intersection of words and the mind.29:31 The impact of words on the human psyche.41:04 What organizations are doing wrong.

We've all heard about the different programs available to treat trauma, but what does going through trauma really mean? Is the real healing process really possible? How heavy is trauma really is, especially in terms of affecting the rest of this traumatized person's life? In this episode, we're going to have a candid and open conversation about what it really means to be a trauma survivor with Dr. Michiyo Ambrosius. Before she became a psychologist, transformational leader, coach, mentor, and a trainer of pioneering trauma and healing techniques, she lived under extremely restrictive Japanese culture, parental control, and gender inequality. Listen to her story and learn how you, too, still have hope in healing from your trauma and living a happy life. Show Notes:01:43 Dr. Michiyo's background06:42 Dr. Michiyo's process for healing trauma12:15 Building a trauma-informed workplace

When you have great pain in your life, you need a greater purpose. It is your job to find that purpose or that unstoppable mission and commit to it. Give what you can so that you can fulfill your purpose. Giving activates the law of receiving, not the other way around. Listen to today's episode as Adam Markel talks to the CEO & Founder of the Unstoppable Foundation, Cynthia Kersey. Cynthia is also the bestselling author of Unstoppable and Unstoppable Women. She was also a featured guest on the Oprah Winfrey Show when Oprah launched the Angel Network. Find out how The Unstoppable Foundation has provided education to over 30,000 children in developing areas. Discover why education isn't enough as well. You need to give healthcare, clean water, training, and much more if you really want to make a difference. Listen to Cynthia's story and how she found her greater purpose in life. Learn how she puts the act of giving into everything she has done. Become unstoppable in your mission today! Show Notes:6:17 - What It Means To Be Unstoppable8:05 - Our External World Is A Reflection Of Our Internal World16:56 - Living Your Purpose27:27 - Giving Is Receiving43:24 - Giving Education & Running A Business57:15 - The Power Of Reading

Join Adam Markel as he talks with natural-born feminist and author of On The Shoulders Of Mighty Women, Lesley Michaels about women empowerment. Discover that now is the time for women to come together and rise as a collective. It is time to put an end to the gender inequality that is happening all over the world. Remember that gender equity isn't the movement, it's the goal. Show Notes:4:41 - On the Shoulders Of Mighty Women 7:36 - Gender Equity Is The Goal12:52 - Women's Empowerment In Iran

Resilience. What does it really mean in organizations or in the real estate world? Why is it always mentioned? Why is it so important? In today's episode, Marc Miller discloses the current state of the marketplace, the crucial factor in operationalizing resilience in organizations, and the perspective of the tenant's side in the real estate business. Marc is a strategic commercial real estate leader, business and workplace solutions advisor, trusted global C-Suite consultant, and tenant representation expert. Join us and learn all about resilience from the tenant's side of the story!

It doesn't matter what kind of organization you put a conscious leader in. It's guaranteed to succeed. But what exactly is conscious leadership and what does it entail? Award-winning thought leader, author, and seasoned entrepreneur Jeffrey Deckman talks about this in his book, Developing the Conscious Leadership Mindset for the 21st Century. In this episode, he joins Adam Markel in a conversation about driving performance in organizations, the importance of personal and organizational resilience, embodying the conscious leadership mindset, and creating tapping into the collective genius of your team. Jeffrey teaches us how leading with AIR – authority, integrity and respect – is the key to unlocking top team performance. He also shares his thoughts on the recent trend of “quietly quitting” and how leaders can better support their younger employees who have a different mindset around work and performance. Join in for some valuable insight that will help us make the modern workplace better for everyone! Show Notes: 02:30 The dinosaur mentality and managing your decline11:45 Organizations as tribes, not machines23:29 What drives performance behind the org chart26:12 Sustainability vs. resilience vs. stubbornness31:05 The conscious leadership mindset35:10 Maximizing human capital by tapping into the collective genius of teams38:00 Thoughts on quiet quitting and leading with AIR45:52 Take it from the source50:52 You plus multiple brains are a lot smarter than just you

Managers are at the frontline of a business. It's crucial that you develop them to become exceptional leaders so they can make good decisions and avoid mistakes that could ruin the business. They also need to be resilient to change and be prepared to adapt. Join Adam Markel as he talks to an expert in developing new managers, retired Marine Janet Polach. Janet wrote The Seven Mistakes New Managers Make. Discover how she uses techniques she learned in the military to help shape up-and-coming managers. Learn some of the mistakes these brand-new managers make and how to fix them. Also, find out some of her rituals that help build resilience. Tune in and start training the next generation of leaders today! Show Notes: [raw audio]0:02 - Janet's introduction3:34 - Joining the marine corps as a woman11:20 - Adapting to change in the military16:47 - The phrase "In order to"19:57 - Resilience training22:30 - Lessons learned24:56 - Making decisions as a team30:48 - Teaching brand new managers35:23 - Brand new manager mistakes38:29 - Building resilience44:05 - Resilience rituals47:28 - Final words