The Pragmatic Idealists Podcast

In today's episode I sit down with local tobacconist, Josh Evarts, the owner of my local cigar lounge, The Vault, in Meridian, Idaho. If you have ever wanted to try smoking premium cigars for fun and pleasure, then this is a must-hear interview. Josh shares with us how to get started picking your very first cigar, what to look for, what to avoid, and how to make the most of your experience. If you are in the Meridian area I would highly recommend you stop by The Vault and be sure to tell Josh that you heard him hear on The Pragmatic Idealists podcast.

Growing up with a single mother and several siblings, Levar Robinson was determined to break the cycle of absent fatherhood when he started his own family. After a 6-year stint in the Navy after graduating high school, Levar took the discipline and training he received in the military and applied it to his new civilian life. Realizing that many men grew up the same way he did, Levar founded the Fathers On a Mission organization to help young fathers find the resources necessary to be better fathers, husbands, partners, mentors, and men. Listen in as we discuss this extremely crucial role in a man's life and how you can take what Levar has learned and apply it to your own life. To learn more about Levar and his organization, please visit https://www.fathersonamission.com

When Vince Rountree visited the doctor several years ago he was surprised to learn that he had high blood pressure. The doctor wanted to put him on medication, but Vince chose to solve the issue with food. More specifically, with a plant-based diet. In this episode we talk about how you can incorporate a plant-based diet into your life to not only combat high blood pressure, but also weight gain and other medical issues. To learn more about Vince, find him on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/vince.rountree and grab a copy of his ebook, Lower Your Blood Pressure with Food by creating a free account for the Basic Dads Unite toolkit. Inside you will find Vince's book along with dozens of other helpful resources from expert across a variety of industries. Create your FREE account at https://go.basicdadsunite.com/toolkit

Recently I had the opportunity to go on a cruise. This wasn't an ordinary cruise. This cruise was put on for the members of the 2CCX Coaching program through ClickFunnels, of which I am a part. There were over 400 of us onboard and it was pretty epic. Just being around that many ambitious, like-minded entrepreneurs was enough to get me motivated about my business. But there were 4 main takeaways that I got from that trip and in this episode I share them with you. Pay close attention to number 4...it's crucial to your success as a business owner!  

Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt is a urologist specializing in robotic surgery. In this episode I chat with Dr. B (as he is known) about the importance of staying healthy as men. Dr. B is also a co-founder of Drive For Men's Health a non-profit that has the mission of positively impacting men's health and raising awareness around the importance of taking care of our bodies. You can find more about Dr. B and his work at https://driveformenshealth.com/ ------------- Ready to up-level your life? Whether you are looking to improve your health, build your wealth, strengthen your relationships, or accomplish your biggest goals, I would invite you to access (for FREE) our Basic Dads Unite Toolkit.  In it you will find literally hundreds of specific trainings in all areas of life. I have gone out and found the best of the best to help you live your best life. To get access to the Toolkit, just visit https://go.basicdadsunite.com/toolkit and create a free account.

The main culprit to an imbalance in life is not being intentional about where you give your attention. Most of us just go where the winds of life blow, not giving thought to any sort of strategy or intention. I feel like this is one of the most important things you could do as a family-first entrepreneur. We don't have the time or bandwidth to give everything our attention at once, so we have to pick and choose the things that are most important at this stage in our life. ------------- Ready to up-level your life? Whether you are looking to improve your health, build your wealth, strengthen your relationships, or accomplish your biggest goals, I would invite you to access (for FREE) our Basic Dads Unite Toolkit.  In it you will find literally hundreds of specific trainings in all areas of life. I have gone out and found the best of the best to help you live your best life. To get access to the Toolkit, just visit https://go.basicdadsunite.com/toolkit and create a free account.

Anton Gray left the corporate world after 15 years to work on his own as a business consultant and growth strategist. In our chat today we talk about his L.I.F.E system for doing so. To connect with Anton and learn more about his work, please visit https://antongray.com ------------- Ready to up-level your life? Whether you are looking to improve your health, build your wealth, strengthen your relationships, or accomplish your biggest goals, I would invite you to access (for FREE) our Basic Dads Unite Toolkit.  In it you will find literally hundreds of specific trainings in all areas of life (including a copy of Anton's "Mind Reset" that he talked about in the show). I have gone out and found the best of the best to help you live your best life. To get access to the Toolkit, just visit https://go.basicdadsunite.com/toolkit and create a free account.

2020 is upon us and like the end of every year, that means resolutions. But resolutions are inherently flawed. Try crafting a Vision Statement instead. In this episode I give 5 tips for creating a powerful vision statement that will carry you into 2020 and beyond. Link mentioned in the show: The 12 Week Year Masterclass ------------- Ready to up-level your life? Whether you are looking to improve your health, build your wealth, strengthen your relationships, or accomplish your biggest goals, I would invite you to access (for FREE) our Basic Dads Unite Toolkit.  In it you will find literally hundreds of specific trainings in all areas of life. I have gone out and found the best of the best to help you live your best life. To get access to the Toolkit, just visit https://go.basicdadsunite.com/toolkit and create a free account.

Have you ever tried a diet that everyone else swears by and it just didn't work for you? How about getting the "right" amount of sleep and you are still exhausted?  In this episode, Dr. Gapin and I delve into the murky, mysterious waters of genetic profiles and how they play a major role in how we live our lives. This was one of the most fascinating conversations I have had lately and it made me realize how much better I could be living...an optimized life if you will. For more on the work Dr. Gapin is doing, please visit his website at https://drtracygapin.com ------------- Ready to up-level your life? Whether you are looking to improve your health, build your wealth, strengthen your relationships, or accomplish your biggest goals, I would invite you to access (for FREE) our Basic Dads Unite Toolkit.  In it you will find literally hundreds of specific trainings in all areas of life. I have gone out and found the best of the best to help you live your best life. To get access to the Toolkit, just visit https://go.basicdadsunite.com/toolkit and create a free account.

In this episode of 'Tuesdays With Tobe' I talk about why asking, "What would you change?" is the wrong question. This question makes the assumption that what you are doing is incorrect in the first place.  While that may be true some of the time, there's a surprising culprit behind most failures in life...and a startling truth that will help you start achieving more than you ever dreamed possible just by making one simple adjustment in how you go about your daily life. ---- In this episode I also mention that you can get access to my signature training program, "The 12 Week Year Masterclass" by visiting here: https://12wy.basicdadsunite.com/12-week-year-masterclass ---- Also, be sure to create your FREE account to my insider's toolkit that is full of valuable content that will help you in the 6 core areas of life: Health, Wealth, Relationships, Career/Business, Self-Improvement, and Lifestyle. There are dozens and dozens of mini-courses, video trainings, ebooks, downloadable guides, and more from some of the world's premier experts in each of these fields. The account is free, so sign up for access today! Basic Dads Unite Toolkit

For Joe Lee, a 20+ year stint in the Army is what ultimately prepared him for a career in leadership. In this episode we talk about what makes a good leader, what makes a bad leader, and how you can learn to become the leader that you already are (but may not realize it yet!) Connect with Joe on his website, https://focusonchrist.com ------------- Ready to up-level your life? Whether you are looking to improve your health, build your wealth, strengthen your relationships, or accomplish your biggest goals, I would invite you to access (for FREE) our Basic Dads Unite Toolkit.  In it you will find literally hundreds of specific trainings in all areas of life. I have gone out and found the best of the best to help you live your best life. To get access to the Toolkit, just visit https://go.basicdadsunite.com/toolkit and create a free account.

I once made the mistake of buying my very petite wife a nighty from a plus-size women's store. That was a painful lesson in knowing your customer and understanding who you are serving. To be fair, I am an idiot when comes to matters such as these, but the good news is you can use my faux pas to avoid a similar mistake in both business and in life. ------ Ready to take your life to the next level? What do you need to work on? Your health? Your business? Your relationships? Whatever it is, the Basic Dads Unite Toolkit will have just what you need to be the very best husband, father, business owner, and man that you can be. Did I mention that it is FREE?!? Get it here: Basic Dads Unite Toolkit

CBD oil has taken the news by storm lately and with all the misleading and false information about this product floating around out there, I thought it would be nice to have a conversation about what it is, what it isn't, and what to expect by taking it. My guest on this episode is a self-proclaimed "hope dealer", Shannon Wright from AwesomeHempStuff.com. You can also find her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/shannon.wright.marie

"If you are not in the arena also getting your ass kicked, I'm not interested in your feedback." ~Brene Brown Lately I have seen people close to me attacked for the content they have been putting out there. Frankly, I don't understand it...I don't understand what makes people want to tear down others. Jealously? Insecurity? Spite? Whatever it is, I am sick of it. This is my rant.

Evans Putman is a podcast and monetization expert who helped grow an unknown real estate podcast to hundreds of thousands of downloads that generated over half a million dollars in revenue in just 8 months from launch. In this episode he walks us through the exact 4-part strategy he used to do so. If you have ever thought about starting your own podcast or would like to monetize an existing podcast, then listen in and learn from Evans. To join Evans' One Podcast Away Challenge waitlist, please join here: https://www.onepodcastaway.com/ To join Evans' One Podcast Away Challenge Facebook Group, please join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onepodcastaway/ And to get FREE access to my member's only toolkit with over 100 tools, resources, and mini-courses that will help you be a better dad, entrepreneur, and man, sign up here: https://go.basicdadsunite.com/toolkit

In this episode of Tuesdays with Tobe I recount a story from a truly ridiculous business idea I had once a long time ago, why I picked up two sketchy women in a downtown area late at night, and why that was a terrible idea. Looking to up-level your life? You can achieve anything you want in life but you need a system for getting there. The Anti-Hustle Formula is the exact program you need for accomplishing more in just 12 weeks than most do in 12 months. Get the first lesson - The Live Life Manifesto - for FREE by clicking here: Live Life Manifesto - FREE Video Training

In this episode we chat with testicular cancer survivor, Justin Birckbichler of A Ballsy Sense of Tumor and aballsysenseoftumor.com Justin details his experience with testicular cancer, how he detected it (and how you can too), his treatment regimen, and what he is up to now after being cancer free.

The benefits of getting out into nature have been well-documented. Bryan Goodwin of Relaxed Male gives us some tips and tricks to reconnect with nature with an aim at healing your mind and relaxing your body.

In this episode I interview health and fitness expert, Drew Manning, from Fit2Fat2Fit. Drew took the internet by storm in 2011 with his unique journey of being a fit personal trainer to gaining 75lbs in 6 months and then losing it all again. We talk about why Drew decided to do this experiment, how it helped him relate to his clients, how it sparked a new brand and business, and how you can apply his principles to your own life to get healthy and fit into and beyond your 40s. To connect with Drew, find him at Fit2Fat2Fit.com or on social using his handle, @fit2fat2fit

In this episode we explore the question, "What are you capable of?" The fact is, we are most likely capable of giving more to the world than what we are currently giving. One of our biggest problems, however, is trying to do too much.  In reality, to accomplish MORE, we need to focus on LESS.  Training Course I mention in the show: The 12 Week Year Masterclass

In the early 80s, Tony Neumeyer had to file for bankruptcy at the young age of 20 because of a series of financial missteps. However, this experience helped Tony learn the hard lessons he needed to learn to launch his next ventures and build wealth and passive income. In our chat this episode, Tony talks about how he did it, what to avoid, and how to turn your active income into passive income. He also wrote a book, "The 7 Minute Millionaire" that goes into detail on his financial strategies.

We all say that building relationships with our prospects and customers is important, but few are willing to put in the work to do so.  The fact is, we have to be intentional and strategic about this if we want to use it to help us build our business. In this episode I talk about my recent experience with this and some quick tips on how to quickly build relationships with your prospects and customers.   On another note: All great things begin with Vision. Understanding that, I have created a free video training to help you create a Vision of your own that will help get you from where you are currently to where you want to be.  Get it here: The Live Life Manifesto

In this episode I interview entrepreneur Blake Nubar. Blake's meteoric rise in the online marketing world has quickly become the stuff legends are made of. We discuss how he made it to the top, the setbacks he faced, and how he overcame them. His story is inspiring and will motivate you to become a better entrepreneur and business owner. You can find more about Blake at https://blakenubar.com/ or join his Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/blakenubar/

Most of us have failed at goals at one time or another in our lives. (New Year's Resolutions anyone?) Turns out, there are some pretty good reasons for it. BUT...the good news is, if you understand these reasons, you can use them to your advantage to set and reach virtually any goal you can imagine. Link to the PDF file mentioned in the episode: The Emotional Cycle of Change PDF

Hobbies come in all shapes and sizes. My guest today, Dave Espino, just so happens to restore vintage matchbox cars. Since this is something I didn't even know was a thing, I just had to talk to him about it. I think that sometimes in business we forget to just have a little fun in life and unplug from the work that we're doing. I also believe this is crucial to our mental health. Finding a hobby that we are passionate about and taking time to just disconnect and relax is so important.  Listen along as Dave describes his hobby and I hope you will find it as fascinating as I did.

The notion of a "balanced life" is a myth. We don't have the time or the bandwidth to give all areas of our life equal time and attention. The solution then, is "intentional imbalance". In this inaugural episode of Tuesdays with Tobe, I discuss strategies that have helped me live a more purposeful and fulfilling life by practicing the art of intentional imbalance. For more content of this nature, please visit my website, BasicDadsUnite.com and join our private Facebook group.

In this episode, I chat with business and profits expert, Amber Mirza. We talk about how to grow your business, increase your profits, and live a better life from doing so. Her strategies and advice are applicable to any size and are grounded in sound fundamental principles that anyone can learn. Catch up with her on Facebook at https://facebook.com/ambermirzalive

In this episode, Gerry Kirk tells us how the key to productivity is to create systems that do the heavy lifting for us. This focus on planning and systems actually frees up our mind to do the more strategic and creative work that is required to move our business forward. Without these systems, we create clutter and chaos in our minds which leads to a decrease in efficiency and productivity.

Stan Way, owner of Peak Sales Results, sits down to talk with us about building and growing a sales team. We chat about how to lead your team members, why using social proof is one of the most powerful tools in your toolbox, how to get your team motivated, and more.

In this interview, Tobe and Nate discuss how to create messaging that will resonate with your target audience. You can find more about Nate on social media (Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn) at @supplementogre or on his website at http://www.elevatedsalesconcepts.com

As a 14th generation farmer, it is safe to say that farming is in Karen Livesay's DNA. In 2012 Karen took over the management of her family's Facebook page, A Better Way to Farm. In 7 years she grew that community from around 1,200 followers to over 80,000. Listen to how she did it, the tools she uses, and her tips for growing your own community without having to hire a giant team of people.

In the late 1980s a university student named Francesco Cirillo created a time management technique called The Pomodoro Technique. Using a simple kitchen timer (shaped like a tomato or "pomodoro" in Italian) he would work for 25 minutes straight and then take a short 3-5 break. Each of these intervals were called a pomodoro. In today's episode I talk about how to use this method of time management most effectively, the app I use to do it, and how it has impacted my productivity.

In October 2018 ClickFunnels launched a new challenge that has taken the marketing world by storm. Having gone through the challenge a few times, I can honestly say that it is one of the most powerful trainings I've ever been through. It has been incredibly rewarding and mind-altering. During this podcast I share my experience, what I have learned, and how you can get involved to take your business to the next level. If you would like to take the One Funnel Away Challenge, here is a link to do so: bit.ly/Tobe-OFA

After a shake up earlier this year that led to the firing of 70% of my staff, I needed to fill some creative shoes and fast. After doing some research, I decided to use an online job board in the Philippines called OnlineJobs.ph I hired my first graphic designer on a full-time basis who is twice as fast and just as good as my American employees were and costs me just a fraction in salary. This episode shares how I did it.

A common myth is that you have to be motivated in order to act. In this episode we talk about why this could be what is holding you back and that acting - even with small things - is what breeds motivation, which in turn causes more action. For more on this kind of content, follow me on Instagram: @TobeBrockner

In today's episode I interview former lead sales funnel builder at ClickFunnels, Stephen Larsen. Stephen and I delve into the importance of treating your business like a business and not a hobby, why every business should be publishing their own content, and how to grow your business through online marketing strategies.

Jacob Nordby is the author of two books, The Divine Arsonist and Blessed Are The Weird, the latter bringing him international attention. In today's episode we explore the topic of happiness and joy as a driving factor in the entrepreneur's life and Jacob brings his unique perspective to the table in this enlightening interview. You can find more about Jacob's work at BlessedAreTheWeird.com

One of the biggest struggles business owners have when creating a content marketing strategy is continually coming up with new ideas. In today's episode we talk about 5 ways to come up with new content ideas that will help you keep your editorial calendar full. To join the free "30 Days of Content" Challenge please visit: www.30DaysOfContent.com

Listen along as Tobe interviews Whitney Hansen from Whitney Hansen Coaching and The Money Nerds Podcast. Whitney teaches millennials how to be smart with their money through budgeting and building wealth. She is also the host of the wildly popular Money Nerds podcast. Find more about Whitney at... www.WhitneyHansen.com Instagram: instagram.com/whitney_hansen_co Facebook: Manage Your Money Like a Boss Group

In today's episode, Tobe gives 10 tips (plus a bonus!) on how to make your landing pages convert better.

In this episode Tobe interviews super entrepreneur, co-founder of ClickFunnels, Russell Brunson. Russell and his team have built one of the fastest growing SaaS companies in the world and changed the way entrepreneurs see traditional websites and sales funnels. In this episode we talk about the entrepreneurial journey we are all walking and Russell gives us practical advice on how to manage the demands of that lifestyle. He also talks about the single most important thing young companies can do to grow and answers a question that no one has ever asked him before. Free 14-Day Trial to ClickFunnels: ClickFunnels Trial

Have you ever read a book that has literally altered the course of your life? Those are special moments and can be a powerful force in your entrepreneurial journey. In today's episode, Tobe discusses five books that have changed his life for the better. Have a listen and see how your list stacks up.

In this episode Tobe gives you 7 tips for writing great copy. Whether you are writing ads, direct mail pieces, television or radio scripts, these principles will help you create a winning campaign. In the episode, Tobe mentions he will list a few resources for studying copywriting... Breakthrough Advertising by Eugene Schwartz The Adweek Copywriting Handbook by Joe Sugarman The Boron Letters by Gary Halbert Digital Marketer Lab Course: Copywriting Mastery Million Dollar Mailings by Denny Hatch

Being busy for the sake of being busy isn't healthy or productive. For your mental, physical, and spiritual health you need to take planned breaks and vacations. In this episode Tobe shares three benefits he experienced while on vacation in Kauai, celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary with his wife.

In today's episode Tobe sits down with super entrepreneur, Natalie Hodson from NatalieHodson.com. Natalie shares with us her keys to success, how she combats the loneliness of being an entrepreneur, and how she grew her tribe to over half a million followers between Instagram and Facebook.

Mastermind groups should be a part of every entrepreneur's arsenal for maximum production. The tools, insights, and ideas that come from being in a mastermind are invaluable. In this episode, Tobe breaks down the biggest benefits of belonging to a high quality mastermind and gives tips on how to find a group to join or start one of your own.

The crazy ones do change the world. The Steve Jobs, the Mother Teresas, the Ghandis. But what about if you just want to live a life of quiet impact? What if your definition of success is simpler? That's what we explore in Episode 13 of The Pragmatic Idealists Podcast.

In this episode we talk about six documentaries every entrepreneur should watch. By watching documentaries and seeing how other entrepreneurs have coped with setbacks, opportunities, challenges, and more, you can glean insight on how to apply these strategies to your own business.

Success means something different to each of us. When it comes to success as an entrepreneur however, there are 5 keys to making it happen... 1 - Find Something that Stirs Your Soul 2 - Become Excellent at It 3 - Recondition Your Mind to Believe You Can Have It (And Deserve It) 4 - Figure Out a Way to Make Money at It 5 - Take Daily Action Towards It Listen along as Tobe goes deeper into each step.

In today's episode Tobe discusses the principle of "kaizen", making small, continuous improvements to your business over time. Huge, sweeping overhauls are not usually necessary for making big improvements. In fact, it is usually better to make smaller, consistent changes to just a few areas of your business to yield the greatest results. Listen along as Tobe pinpoints what those areas are.

As the author of two books, Mastermind Group Blueprint and Kid Capitalist, Tobe Brockner knows what it takes to write books fast. In today's episode he talks about two strategies he has personally used for writing a book in 90 days or less. These two strategies could finally help you get the book that's stuck in your head onto bookstore shelves sooner than you ever would have dreamed possible.