Podcasts about Rise Above

The Big Beautiful Bill was passed on July 4th.    And there's a ton to uncover here.    As it goes with passing bills, you know as well as I do now that some of these bills have fancy names that have nothing to do what they say they're for.    War money gets slipped into a bill that has nothing to do with healthcare.    Special protections are implemented for causes you don't support or pay for.    Your congress people and senators tell you they didn't vote for certain things, or they play dumb, and the truth is they knew what was in the bill the whole time.  They just had to give up something to get something.    Support things they didn't and YOU don't stand for.    But that's the way of politics.    In tis episode, I'm going to cover a ton in this bill........   Well, at least the big parts that will impact you the most.    I'm covering:    Space Exploration  The Trump VS Elon feud Tax breaks that give you huge savings if you're a business versus individual, parent, etc.    I'm giving you some perspective of what to plan for and share how much time you have to cash in on the big beautiful things in this big beautiful bill.    Buckle up.    Take notes.    And get ready to map out a solid plan for the next 4 years!    About the THC Podcast  Nothing is off-limits in these weekly episodes of the Hardcore Closer Podcast with Ryan Stewman.  Politics, Finance, Religion, Tin-foil hat theories, and interdimensional space aliens.  Ryan Stewman takes a very factual approach to simplifying the most complex things we are experiencing in real time in this timeline.  Leave your feelings at the door and buckle up for a fresh perspective with no fluff, and just the hardcore stuff that reality is made of. Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/  and learn how you can finally partner with someone helping you grow, scale, and have the most successful business without the complexities of sharing equity in your company https://closercap.com/   Rise Above

Let me tell you about some shit that happened to me the other day that really pissed me off.    I got hit in the DM the other day from someone on IG.    The guy is like, "Hey how much for your program?"    While I'm not pushing anything, I was doing a drive recently to our Apex network.    I told the guy it was $1,000.    He's like, "Well, I don't have a $1,000 right now."    I looked at this guy's bio and it said "entrepreneur" etc.     I told him he probably wouldn't be a good fit for our network.    If you're 30 years old and don't have $1,000, what are you doing with your time?    Why are you in this position?    My point is this........   Everyone has problems.......   When I got out of prison, I had $25 to my name.   No place to live.    No place to work.    But, I figured it out.    Let this be a lesson to you.......   If you're in this spot right now, figure out what the fuck you have to do to get out of it!!!!   Everything boils down to choices!    Do something while you still have one.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

For some people, they have something that happens in their life and it's the one thing that has happened in their life.    Maybe they beat addiction.    Alcoholism.    Cheating.    If you go online on social media, there is something for everyone.....from polygamy to poor me.    There's a story.    But what happens is, people tend to live a story.     Do battle.    Conquer it.    And unfortunately, it's become thie lifelong story.    The problem is, most people don't go beyond one battle or fight to do anything else.   My friend Jon Cheplak fought alcoholism.    Did multiple stints in rehab.    Won.    Moved on to Bodybuilding.    Won.    Moved on to starting a business and conquering it......   He's still winning and still expanding.    That's how the story of our lives is supposed to go.    Pick a new battle after every success.    Thats how to life well.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

People see the end results of hard work.    And they want those results for themselves.    It's great when you see someone in your dream car, someone with a ripped body and people desire the end result.    You meet someone successful wearing a fancy watch, wearing fancy clothes and oftentimes, those things are only a mask for the things they did.    They're not showing you the tough times.    The times when they were struggling to pay their mortgage.    To get through a certain mindset.     A bounce back from a failed marriage.    Won't they don't see is the countless hours worked to get those results.    Going to the gym.    Mowing the yard.    Most people don't see the countless thoughts trying to keep me from doing the work.    Success is a result of overcoming the temptations of staying in our comfort zones.    It's pushing through the hard things your mind treats as a threat.    I tell my mind to shut the fuck up.    Do the work.    And get the result.    The successful mind finds a way to do the hard things to get things done.    Power on.      About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

Ever wondered how psychology and showbiz intersect? In Episode 248 of the Late Boomers podcast, we dive deep into this fascinating world with Albert Bramante, a New York talent agent, casting director, and psychologist. How did an internship at the Sally Jesse Raphael show steer him from clinical psychology to the entertainment industry? And what role does psychology play in overcoming the mental hurdles faced by performers?Join us as Albert shares his journey from crisis counseling post-9/11 to founding his talent agency. Discover the secrets behind managing self-sabotage, the power of a "happy file," and why reframing rejection is crucial for actors. Plus, learn about the Big Five personality traits and their impact on success.With actionable strategies for boosting self-esteem and creating opportunities, this episode is a treasure trove for anyone in the performing arts. Tune in for a blend of psychological insights and industry wisdom—perfect for aspiring and seasoned artists alike!Albert Bramante's Bio:Hypnosis & NLP Expert • Author of Rise Above the ScriptI help performers, educators, and creators unlock their potential—by blending psychology, performance strategy, and AI to fuel unstoppable momentum.With 20+ years at the crossroads of entertainment and higher education, I've coached actors to land life-changing roles, mentored students to become high-performing professionals, and developed systems that help people break through fear, imposter syndrome, and self-sabotage.

Are we living in a victim culture? Cognitive psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman thinks so - and his new book "Rise Above" is the antidote we desperately need. In this Habits and Hustle episode, Scott and I dive into what separates those who rise above their circumstances from those who stay stuck. We discuss the difference between being victimized and having a victim mindset, explain why vulnerable narcissism is worse than grandiose narcissism, and reveal how "affirming therapy" might actually be keeping people trapped. Plus, Kaufman shares his sailboat model of self-actualization and why psychological flexibility is the key to resilience. Scott Barry Kaufman is a cognitive psychologist, author, and podcaster who teaches at Columbia University. His research focuses on intelligence, creativity, and human potential. He's the author of several books including "Ungifted" and runs the Center for Human Potential coaching program. What We Discuss:  (01:00) Self-Actualization and Overcoming Victim Mindset (10:05) The Complexity of Narcissism Mindset (14:37) Rise Above (29:40) Understanding Victim Mindset and Toxic Activism (37:49) Left-Wing Authoritarianism and Victim Mindset (44:45) Therapy Trends and Personal Growth (52:34) The Psychology of Polarization and Shame (58:52) Cultivating Psychological Flexibility and Identity Evolution (01:08:41) The Importance of Curiosity in Intelligence …and more! Thank you to our sponsors: Momentous: Shop this link and use code Jen for 20% off Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off  TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. Bio.me: Link to daily prebiotic fiber here, code Jennifer20 for 20% off.  David: Buy 4, get the 5th free at davidprotein.com/habitsandhustle.   Find more from Jen:  Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen   Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman: Website: https://scottbarrykaufman.com/  Instagram: @scottbarrykaufman

Up to this point, I've had everything I've ever wanted in life.     There's really not much I want or need now.    But I had to start with the beginning.    At first, I wanted money.    I wanted money because I thought and society and media told me I wanted money.    But as I got into everything, I learned really quickly, there are costs to money.    When I started making money, I bought a fancy car, a big house, and then the second year, I bought a watch.    I had already had everything I needed and wanted.    When I started making milions, I hired people thinking I wanted a really big company.    That came with its own set of headaches between more staff and more money.    Here's a little math for you:  When I made $20M with my company and had 50 employees, I took home around $2M.    When I had a company doing $3M, I took home a million.    Put that in perspective.    Almost the same money, but I didn't have my freedom.    For 2 years, I traveled and worked speaking on stages, working 18 hour days , and being away from my family................   Thanks be to God because that 2 year period set me up for life...............   After going through the cycles of what's possible, I've come to realize what I value most......   It's time with my children and my wife.    You see, money can be freedom, or not.    But it's up to you what you really want...........   It's not a one-size-fits-all lifestyle.....   Make a decision about what freedom means to you.....   I bet it has nothing to do with money....   If you're smart, you'll figure it out.   About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

Can one quiet moment change everything you thought your future would be?When Mikelann Valterra sat across from her husband at their favorite sushi spot, she didn't plan to end her marriage with a handshake. But that one act, quiet and deeply human, cracked open the life she had built and forced her to rebuild it from scratch. At 40, with her son by her side, she moved into her childhood bedroom and began the long, messy, and ultimately beautiful work of becoming herself again.For anyone who has felt like their future disappeared in a single moment, this conversation offers hope, healing, and a reminder that starting over is never the end.Three powerful takeaways from Mikelann's story:Starting over is possible, even when everything feels lostCreativity can become a lifeline in healingMoney stories carry power, and you can learn to rewrite yoursListen to the episode to hear how Mikelann turned heartbreak into a whole new rhythm.www.thelifeshiftpodcast.comMikelann Valterra, MA, AFC, is a money coach, financial recovery expert, author, and Argentine tango dancer who helps women in midlife reclaim their lives after divorce. After a painful split left her with $7,000 in debt and no financial foundation, Mikelann confronted her childhood money story and rebuilt from the ground up, moving into her high school bedroom at 40 and slowly rebuilding her life and her confidence. For over 25 years, she's been a respected voice in financial psychology, offering practical tools to reduce money anxiety and transform earning, saving, and spending habits. Her latest book, Rise Above the Money Fog, is available now.Connect with Mikelann: Website: seattlemoneycoach.com Medium: Read her story LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mikelannvalterra Instagram: @seattlemoneycoachMore from The Life Shift Podcast:To listen in on more conversations about pivotal moments that changed lives forever, subscribe to The Life Shift on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Access ad-free episodes released two days early: patreon.com/thelifeshiftpodcastSubscribe to the newsletter: thelifeshiftpodcast.com/newsletterFeatured in FeedSpot's Top 60 Life-Changing Podcasts: podcast.feedspot.com/life_changing_podcastsConnect with me: Instagram: @thelifeshiftpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/thelifeshiftpodcast Twitter: @thelifeshiftpod YouTube: bit.ly/thelifeshift_youtube LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thelifeshiftpodcast Website: thelifeshiftpodcast.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I'm fired up and ready to talk about something that hits close to home—balancing motherhood and being an ambitious entrepreneur. I came across a quote that said women are expected to work like they don't have kids, mother like they don't have a job, and look like they are effortlessly managing both. Why are we promoting this narrative of perfection? Join me as I break down these unrealistic expectations and share my personal journey of integrating motherhood with my business. I'll talk about the importance of setting your own standards, establishing clear boundaries, and leading with authenticity. Let's challenge the status quo together and empower other women to do the same. Even if you aren't a mom, this episode has takeaways that will change the way you approach business. Tune in, reflect on some crucial questions, and let's redefine what success looks like! What you'll hear in this episode: [0:50] Balancing Motherhood and Ambition [2:15] Challenging Unrealistic Expectations [6:15] Redefining Success and Setting Boundaries [7:35] Personal Experiences and Lessons Learned [15:05] The Power of Leading Differently Related Episodes: How to Ignite Change and Reclaim Your Control How to Stay True to Yourself and Rise Above the Norm Stop Settling for Less: How I Pushed Myself to Succeed in Business and Motherhood Connect with Paige on Instagram @paigelawrencecoaching

In life, I've asked for patience.    And guess what I got?    A long wait on things I wanted.    When I asked for integrity...........   I was tested at every turn.    When I asked about having more responsibility, I got more people to care for, and more bills to go with it.    When you're setting your intentions and asking for more, be sure you know what it is you are asking for.    The path you choose will not be easy.    There will be trials.    Tribulations.    And tests to see if you are willing to be who you need to become to receive the gifts you're requesting.    Stay focused.    And realize, everything you want, you can have right now.    All you have to do is ask.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

There are a few ways to become an entrepreneur:   Build a business. Buy an existing business.    Seems simple right?   But what if you don't have the capital to start your own business?    Maybe you've been working at your job and only have a chunk of your life savings tied up in your 401K.....   That's okay, at least you have something.    Most people when they're looking to start or buy a business borrow money from friends, family, and neighbors. Some of the raise funds from the public, but here's what I'll share...........   It's easier to get the bank's money than losing friends, family, or neighbors.    In this episode, I map out creative ways to finance your business, whether you're starting your own or purchasing an existing one.    I cover how to build credit for your business How to leverage the business' credit to acquire more credit Lines of Credit  Collateralized credit How to make the biggest impact leveraging simple building blocks to acquiring a business with little to none of your money down   There's no need to cash out your 401K. Dip into savings.  Mortgage your house.    Everytyhing you'll learn here is going to set you up for a different tomorrow.    Lean in and bring something to take notes with; I've got you covered like a blanket on this one!    About the THC Podcast  Nothing is off-limits in these weekly episodes of the Hardcore Closer Podcast with Ryan Stewman.  Politics, Finance, Religion, Tin-foil hat theories, and interdimensional space aliens.  Ryan Stewman takes a very factual approach to simplifying the most complex things we are experiencing in real time in this timeline.  Leave your feelings at the door and buckle up for a fresh perspective with no fluff, and just the hardcore stuff that reality is made of. Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/  and learn how you can finally partner with someone helping you grow, scale, and have the most successful business without the complexities of sharing equity in your company https://closercap.com/   Rise Above

It's known that an average life exists in the comfort zone.     And it is known that when you live in discomfort, your body will do everything it can to avoid this space.    The truth is, discomfort is where the growth aoccurs for most human beings.    Think about the last tie you lost love.    Lost money.    Lost friends.    Think about your childhood.     Was it good, or was it uncomfortable.    I've lived many lives of discomfort.    At 18, I got my first apartment.    Ten months later, the cops kicked open the door and took me to jail.    Jail was uncomfortable.    I had no furniture in my apartment and really had none when I got locked up.    When I was married 3 times before and got divorced, I felt the discomfort.    In each and every one of those situations, I used the discomfort of discomfort to make new way.    I worked harder.    Worked longer than everyone else.    And guess what?   I won.     Last weekend, my 2nd oldest and I mowed 10 acres.    Sure, I can afford to hire soemone, but Im teaching my kids about life and how it woks by staying in the discomfort zone.    It's the only way growth happens.    I still got to the gym and work my body daily.    I still do yardwork.    I do chores around the house.    I work later and longer at work.    Why?    In my experience, discomfort keeps me sharp and continuously evolving.    Figure out what you want.    It's waiting for you in the discomfort zone.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

If you have been paying attention in this life, there are many people who are full of shit.   The greatest masters have figured it out, too.   Back in the 60s and 70s, they figured out that if you slow down the sound of a song, you can program people.   It's a real thing........look it up.   We've seen politicians do it......   "I did not have sexual relations with that woman...." (You did the voice, didn't you?)   My favorite is from Pastor Joe O out of Houston......"My daddy left this big ole church to all of us.....he was such a generous man..."   It happens with sales people, digital marketers, and influencers.   They're flashing their wares and using their voices to do it.   Remember this as you're passively listening to people speak or sing.   What goes in, comes out......   The question is, what are they putting in?   You'll know if it's good by what's coming out of you.   Are you moved to do great things and take action?   Are you simply getting that dopamine hit from buying something?   Stuck in a rut of negativity and can't get out?   It may be influenced by what you're listening to.....   Tread carefully, and treat your mind like a vault.......only let things in that you can bank on.   Everything else is just the tone of bullshit.     About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠⁠   Rise Above 

One of the biggest myths about most people is they think they know themselves.    When I say, "know," I mean TRULY know themselves.    We're all guilty of it.     While I'm not a fan of therapists, they would even tell you that you don't know the true YOU.    Out here on this planet, we wear masks.     We conceal our fears, doubts, and create this imaginative "enemy" or competition in our heads.     It's the biggest waste of time and we're all guilty of it.    If you want to compete against anyone, compete against yourself.    Compete against the person you were yesterday.    How are you showing up today?     Are you better or worse?    Were you a good spouse?   A great friend, parent, employee/business owner?    Did you show up as the truest version of yourself or did you put on a mask and hide yourself from the world?   The best thing you can do to compete in this world is to unravel the person that is truly you.    Compete with that person.    At the core, who you truly are is better than who you are showing the world.    Be you.    And you'll have a life most people won't believe.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

In this episode of Rise Above the Ranks, host James Harris sits down with none other than Brad Inman, the trailblazer behind the Inman Group—the most trusted name in real estate media.Brad shares how he built the company from scratch, what inspired him to serve the agent community, and why storytelling, trust, and tech still matter more than ever in today's market.If you're an agent looking to elevate your brand, stay ahead of industry shifts, and build something with real impact, this episode is packed with insight, strategy, and inspiration.

Once you tell yourself the nearly impossible is possible and you do the work to make it happen, you stop focusing on what's possible.    So, you might turn to certain things that show you figured out the impossible.    For me, I didn't really have the best role models growing up, but I became one of those people.     I bought McLaren's and Lambos.  I've had damn near every kind you can imagine.    Flew everywhere on private jets.    And what I realized was that isn't the real me.     Proof came when the last McLaren (720) I owned didn't get driven but maybe 3 times the last 6 months I owned it, I knew I didn't need it.    It did not show proof of my success.    My kids starting asking me more about going to the Ranch and that's when I leaned in and saw the proof of what I needed to see.    I've been pouring into that more than anything........   My proof of success is in spending time with my kids......   And that's a huge success.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

I'm not a coach.    A coach will motivate you and tell you you're doing a great job.    Keep pushing.    Keep going.    They're going to be encouraging.    Not me.    I'm a teacher.    I'm going to show you how to do things that get you results.    First, I'll teach you the technical skills on how to do something.    Next, I'll show you how to practice it.    After that, I'll show you how to get results and leverage the new skills you've learned to get impactful and long-lasting results.  No fluff.  No muss.  Just results.    Lean in and listen.     You're about to learn today!    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

Welcome to the DMF and the premiere of Season 5! I'm Justin Younts, and I couldn't think of a better way to kick off this new season than with a powerful and thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Albert Bramante—talent agent, author, and expert on the mindset challenges faced by performing artists.Have you ever wondered why so many incredibly talented actors struggle with self-doubt and self-sabotage? Albert has spent years exploring that very question, and his insights are both eye-opening and inspiring.In this Season 5 opener, Albert shares his personal journey—from being captivated by the world of performance to founding his own successful agency, Bramante Artists. He talks about the turning points that led him to help artists not just find roles, but overcome the inner obstacles that hold them back.We also dive into his book, Rise Above the Script, which tackles the psychological barriers creatives often face. As both a seasoned agent and a trained hypnotist, Albert brings a rare and powerful perspective on what it really takes to succeed—not just externally, but mentally and emotionally.If you're an actor, artist, or anyone chasing a creative dream, this premiere episode is filled with wisdom you won't want to miss.So—are you ready to unlock your potential and rise above the script? Let's launch Season 5 together with this incredible conversation!00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:39 - Albert Bramante's Early Interest in Arts00:00:57 - Transition from Acting to Behind the Scenes00:02:20 - Starting Emerging Talent LLC00:03:19 - Creation of Bramante Artists00:05:45 - Albert's Interest in Hypnosis and NLP00:07:14 - Discussion on Albert's Book00:13:17 - Closing Remarks

One of the reasons why I got the name the Hardcore Closer was because of my ability to put deals together others cannot see.    This line of thinking and process has led me to owning multiple properties, commercial buildings, companies and much more.   If you think you have to pay full price for anything up front, lean in and listen to this episode.    I'll show you how I was able to acquire 800 acres, get one year of my note paid, and cut 50% off the principle.    It was easier than you think.      About the THC Podcast  Nothing is off-limits in these weekly episodes of the Hardcore Closer Podcast with Ryan Stewman.  Politics, Finance, Religion, Tin-foil hat theories, and interdimensional space aliens.  Ryan Stewman takes a very factual approach to simplifying the most complex things we are experiencing in real time in this timeline.  Leave your feelings at the door and buckle up for a fresh perspective with no fluff, and just the hardcore stuff that reality is made of. Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/  and learn how you can finally partner with someone helping you grow, scale, and have the most successful business without the complexities of sharing equity in your company https://closercap.com/   Rise Above

Just when I get to the point where I can't take it anymore, and I'm about to lose it.    I'm about to lose it all.    Blow it all up.    I have one of my biggest breakthroughs.    I have to force myself to make changes when things are getting really hard on me.    That's a stress-test.     Let's give the perspective of God looking down on you.    You're in a dark room, tied to a chair with a bag over your head.    You hear yelling.    You're getting hit in the head.    You're being tortured and beaten.    They're trying to get your secrets.    When all of a sudden, the Seal Team starts busting through the door to get you out.    That's you when you're going through a strength test.    At some point, God is going to pull you out of it.    This is when you go to the next level.    Without moments of torture and darkness, you'll never have some of your biggest breakthroughs in life that elevate your view of it.    Stay focused.    Keep battling.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

You have to be careful who you let represent your organization.    I didn't learn this lesson soon enough.     I'm not talking about someone who got fired from your team and started talking shit online about the company and you.    They'll do that, but think about things this way:    You hire a sales person who is absolutely manipulative.    Guess what?    When they train your new sales people, they'll train them to be the same.    You have to rank people based on what they are.    Are they a 5 or a 7?     Maybe they're a 10.    Who you put in leadership positions will be the representatives of your organization.    Whomever you put in that place, there's a trickle down effect.    Go for 10s.     The way you find 10s is to establish metrics and KPIs that represent excellence.    Hire those people and let them do their work.    Make sure they represent the core values and mission of your company above and beyond your expectations.    And watch your company thrive on autopilot.      About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

I lost my shit the other day on my 13-year-old son.    We were fishing and I told him to grab a tool from the toolbox.    A fish had a hook stuck in his gills.    I don't like killing fish.    I love catch and release.    30 minutes before, he was looking for it and never put it back.    I laid into him and tore him a new asshole.    An hour after he was done being mad at me, we had a talk about "Man Law."   If I give you a knife closed, hand it back to me closed.    Same with any other item.    If you spend the night at someone's house, make sure everything was as you found it.    Same applies for the toilet seat.    When we go camping, people leave their trash.    Not our family.  We pick up every little piece of trash and paper.    The law of man is to leave things as they were or better.    Give it back as you found it, or put in back in the place you found it, but no matter what, leave it better than you found it.    This applies to everything in your life.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

Ever feel like you're living a life that doesn't quite feel like yours? Maybe you're stuck in a job you don't love, caught in routines you never really chose, or just feeling like something's holding you back, but you can't quite put your finger on it. A lot of that might be coming from beliefs buried deep in your subconscious, beliefs you didn't even realize were running the show. In this episode of Actions Antidotes, I chat with Albert Bramante, psychology professor, talent agent, and author of Rise Above the Script. We dig into what it really means to live “by the script,” how to spot the limiting beliefs that keep us stuck, and why small, consistent actions (not huge leaps) are the real game changers. Albert shares insights from his own journey and the work he's done helping people shift their mindset and build a life they actually want to live.  So if you've been saying “someday” a little too often…maybe today's the day to start taking that first step. --- Listen to the podcast here: Stop Living by Someone Else's Script with Albert Bramante Welcome to Action's Antidotes, your antidote to the mindset that keeps you settling for less. Today, I want to talk to you all about kind of achieving your potential and achieving your potential through various different mechanisms. There's no one set way, despite what they may have told you in school or some other traditional childhood component of your life, that there is no one set way in which you can achieve your potential. There are plenty of ways that we could all, as my guest today would say, Rise Above the Script. That's the name of his book. My guest today, Albert Bramante, not only is an author but also a psychology professor and talent agent. ---   Albert, welcome to the program.   Thank you, Stephen, so much for inviting me. I'm really happy to be here and really happy to be part of the community here and happy to have a conversation, answer any questions and offer any insights that can be helpful.   Yeah, that is wonderful. And so the core message behind this podcast is always about different ways that we can kind of achieve the life that we want, and it's interesting that your book is titled Rise Above the Script because one of the common expressions I use is “living by the script.” When we talk about the script, I'm curious about if your understanding of the script is similar to the way mine is.   Yeah, I'm not talking about the literal sense of a script, like for a play or for a movie. What I'm talking about, the script that we use as our internal mind and our internal guiding system, in a sense, so it's what navigates our life, what navigates our purpose, and particularly our conscious and subconscious mind. And I use the metaphor of a script because the book was written for performing artists who use scripts all the time, so I used that as a metaphor to kind of help understand exactly what the message is and that is really working, rewiring our mindset, and changing our mindset and changing the approach that we live our life on a day-to-day basis.   And is this rewiring of the mindset something that spans kind of almost any kind of pursuit? Because you talk about working with performing artists, we'll encounter people who say, “I wanna level up at my job.” Maybe we'll encounter some other people that'll say, “I wanna leave the nine to five and I wanna build my own business,” or even someone that just wants to create a different community or some other aspect of their lives or they're like, “I want my relationship to better. I wanna have a relationship.” All those different pursuits that we're all having in order to level up our lives, is it similar subconscious pursuit?    A hundred percent, yes, because all of that requires you to optimize your mindset and your subconscious beliefs and your conscious beliefs. And what can hold you back from any of these endeavors that you had indicated is limiting beliefs,

In everything you do, you have to have a true value of who you are.    Who your friends are.    Are you a 10 on a scale of 1-10 or are you a 6?    The question is more important for those around you.......are they on your level?   Or are they a 6?    Have you delgated or designated them to lead your company or represent you and are only showing up as a 3?   In this epsisode, you'll learn some simple math that will help you:    Make better friends Create a better network of people closer to your level  And hire based on realistic expectations of how your company is going to perform based on if they're a 5, 9 or 10.    Lean in and take heed to the lessons I'm dropping on you here.      About the THC Podcast  Nothing is off-limits in these weekly episodes of the Hardcore Closer Podcast with Ryan Stewman.  Politics, Finance, Religion, Tin-foil hat theories, and interdimensional space aliens.  Ryan Stewman takes a very factual approach to simplifying the most complex things we are experiencing in real time in this timeline.  Leave your feelings at the door and buckle up for a fresh perspective with no fluff, and just the hardcore stuff that reality is made of. Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/  and learn how you can finally partner with someone helping you grow, scale, and have the most successful business without the complexities of sharing equity in your company https://closercap.com/   Rise Above

I've got many rules in life and only a couple in business.    Number 1: Don't do business with family.  Number 2: Don't do business with friends.    Don't work with them.    Don't do them a favor.    Don't try to help them out.    Sure, give them a discount, but make sure before you make a committment to your family or friends, it doesn't end up coming to bite you in your ass.    The reason people lose friends when doing business is the emotional connection they have to money.    The emotional connection to the entitlement and lack of gratitude when hard decisions have to be made.    I've done business with a lot of people who were ONCE friends.    If you want friends, or family, don't do business with them.    Lean in, Listen, and learn.      About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

SEVEN TRILLION F#CKING DOLLARS!!!!!!!!!     Steel Mining  Manufacturing   President Trump got the UAE to bring that much cash to the country.    Apple.    Tesla.    Microsoft.    They're all bringing money to the country.    Whether you're a liberal or conservative...............   You're probably asking how to get your piece of the action.    Listen in and take notes.   I've mapped out the game for you in plain English.      About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

I hate to be the bearer of bad news.    The way sales used to work doesn't work the same.    We live in a time where the consumer is more educated.    They have access to more information now more than ever thanks to the advent of the internet.    Your hardcore closing techniques will not work against all the information in the world.    The best approach will be to lead with service.    You have to have a service attitude.    It starts with caring what people need.    What they want.    And then, being resourceful and finding exactly what they want.    ChatGPT is slated to be the next big sales disruptor.    Care about people.    Show them.     Help them.    And you'll never have to sell another day in your life.      About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

What really holds actors back—bad luck, tough competition, or something deeper? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr. Albert Bramante, NYC talent agent and author of Rise Above the Script, to unpack the hidden forces that keep creatives stuck.Albert blends his rare experience as both a psychologist and a full-service agent to reveal why so many actors experience burnout, self-sabotage, and impostor syndrome—and how to actually overcome it.You'll learn:Why perfectionism and procrastination are often two sides of the same coin.The psychology behind audition anxiety—and how to shift it into performance power.The biggest mindset mistake actors make (and how reps really view you).What casting directors wish actors knew—and how to build long-term relationships without being “pushy.”Why building confidence doesn't start with the industry. It starts with you.We also explore the double-edged sword of AI in the film world, why vertical short-form content may be hurting the craft, and how actors can approach tech without losing their artistic edge.If you've ever felt like you're the one standing in your own way, this episode is your permission to reframe everything.

I don't mean to be an alarmist, but if you are an employee for a company, you will be replace in the not to distant future.     A.I. is more cost-effective.    It doesn't complain, need a salary.   Take vacations.    Ask for raises.    Need sick days.   401K and retirement.    The best thing you can do is to become an entrepreneur.   If you don't own or control the tech, it's going to own you.    Get on the front side of this before it is completely here.    You have maybe 5 good years doing whatever it is you're doing and don't think for a moment we won't figure out how to do some amazing things and replace 90% of the jobs in the world these days.    The best advice I can give you is to find something that's not sexy.   Something that's going to be needed.    Start a company around that.   Build the tech.   Be the best at it.    You've got 5 months!    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

Procrastination is a disease there is no cure or pill for.    No magic phrase.     It's all about having the right mindset.     My brain and my body are programmed to protect myself and my family.    I do some dangerous things to put my body in pain.    Going to the gym.    Staying focused at work.    I have to kick out that little bitch voice out of my head and replace it with the real Ryan Stewman voice.    Let me remind you.......   God rewards the action takers.    The hustlers.    Many people like to wait on God, on other people........on themselves.    If you do what the 99% do, you'll continue to wait.    As soon as an idea comes into your mind, do it.    God gives you the idea, and it's up to you to take action.    The way you get rid of procrastination is to kill that little voice that tells you to wait.......the bitch voice.    If you think it, do it.   Do it now!    Do it!    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

The media is lying to you.    They tell you men need therapy.    Even Joe Rogan has been talking all about men needing therapy.    I have been to therapists.     If you are a providing man, the truth is, it's going to be hard.    It will be lonely.    You will be living a life of conditional love.    Most people have problems.    Business owners, fathers......they're all surrounded by conditional love.    Our children.......as soon as we can't take care of them, they're out on their own.    Our wives.......if we can't provide the life they dreamed of, they'll leave us......   It's conditional.  Everyone leaves when you don't provide for them.     Instead of rallying around men in struggle, we leave them.    If you have 10 friends, 7 of them will move in on your spouse when you hit hard times.    They'll move in on your business.    Your business partners.    Your clients.    This shit has happened to me in 2017 and 2024.    As a man, when you go through a tough time and you tell another man, they'll use it against you.    There have been moments in my life where therapy was required..........   But there's one thing better than that......   Lean in and listen.    About the THC Podcast  Nothing is off-limits in these weekly episodes of the Hardcore Closer Podcast with Ryan Stewman.  Politics, Finance, Religion, Tin-foil hat theories, and interdimensional space aliens.  Ryan Stewman takes a very factual approach to simplifying the most complex things we are experiencing in real time in this timeline.  Leave your feelings at the door and buckle up for a fresh perspective with no fluff, and just the hardcore stuff that reality is made of. Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/  and learn how you can finally partner with someone helping you grow, scale, and have the most successful business without the complexities of sharing equity in your company https://closercap.com/   Rise Above

    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

About the ReWire Podcast The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

About the ReWire Podcast The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

I got out of federal prison over 20 years ago.     I was married.    Had my wife leave me while I was in.    I was a millionaire when I went in and came out broke.    She took everything.    I was fueled by rage, hurt, anger, and I made it my mission to prove everyone wrong who fucked me over.    I was cut so deep, I was turned into a monster.     I had to convert all that into reading books, learning, growing, and earning.    Around 2018, I wasn't mad anymore at those people.    I had worked my way into millions.    Driving my favorite cars.    Life got good.    I had attracted a woman I love and who loves me.    Added onto my family.    The thing that fueled me wasn't there anymore once I got everything I wanted.     I had to find a new source of fuel.    Anger and rage are good motivators in the beginning, but it burns fast and hot.    When I refueled, I had to do it from a place of abundance.    I did it with my core values:    Responsibility  Integrity  Service Excellence   In order to do this, I had to shed the anger and rage and replace them with abundance and gratitude.    If you want to keep rolling down the highway, you need a Rolls or Cadillac to do it smoothly.    Hot Rods burn out.     Slow and steady wins the race.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

In life, you need the 3 Cs.    The first one is connection.    In business, if you're the go-to guy for anything from attorneys, to doctors, or other service providers, you'll never have to go make new friends.  They'll come to you as long as you're doing the right things.    The second C is Capital.  You need money to run your business. And yes, those who are worth $50 million dollars sometimes need capital.  In order to keep things rolling, you have to have capital.    The last and most powerful C is Coaching.  I don't coach anyone, but you need to have a mentor to help you navigate where you want to go.    I suggest finding someone who is above you in business. If you are grossing $5M a year, find someone who is doing $20-$25M to help you.    Pay them for their time and save yours in the process by expediting your learning curve.    Stick to the 3 Cs and you'll have everything you need.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above 

When you look at the chart of evolution, there's the amoeba, tadpole, and so on and so forth.    This earth has billions of years of practice and experience.    It didn't stop at the tadpole or cave man.    We're continuing to evolve.     Human 2.0 is going to be what we see as aliens.     I know it sounds crazy.    The alien you just envisioned in your head has black eyes, triangular head, smaller chin, no ears...when you think of an alien, you might see green or gray.    I'm not saying aliens from the future are like us.    We're all merging.     Evolving into one race.    We'll be one thing.    Their heads are bigger because of the neurochip to help us grow, learn and develop.    The blacked out eyes are our meta glasses.    It has speakers.  What do you need ears for?    We may as well merge with A.I. so we can get in line.    We're not going back from tech.    The first way to merge with tech:    Download chatGPT or Grok on your phone Pay for the subscription and check yourself with it.  (Tell it who you are and let it get to know you.  Tell it to be direct with you and be objective)   Use it to get feedback on how to handle certain situations from disciplining your kids to firing employees, your diet, work out, etc.  Keep using it to find easier solutions in your life. Don't worry about if it develops and takes over the world.  It's possible. Not trying to scare you, but very possible.     Remember, whatever is going to happen, it's inevitable.     Those who get onboard with tech in the next 2 years will be ahead of everyone else.    They'll become the middle class.     And not on universal basic income.    If you're not on the A.I. train, get on it.     And be sure to sign up for dailygcode.com    About the THC Podcast  Nothing is off-limits in these weekly episodes of the Hardcore Closer Podcast with Ryan Stewman.  Politics, Finance, Religion, Tin-foil hat theories, and interdimensional space aliens.  Ryan Stewman takes a very factual approach to simplifying the most complex things we are experiencing in real time in this timeline.  Leave your feelings at the door and buckle up for a fresh perspective with no fluff, and just the hardcore stuff that reality is made of. Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/  and learn how you can finally partner with someone helping you grow, scale, and have the most successful business without the complexities of sharing equity in your company https://closercap.com/   Rise Above

My ranch hand is a guy who I did a little federal time with in prison.    He's got a tattoo on his neck that says "1%er."    This comes from a phrase citing it's not others you have to look out for....it's the one percent that will cause the most damage.  You have to look out for them.    This got me thinking so I aske Grok what it meant for a human being to be the elite 1%.    It started identifying my strengths.    I work out and can press 250 pounds.  I'm just below the one percent for my age.    My weight, and body fat.......sitting in the 1% at 45 years of age.    I asked about my business and shared my assets, income, and it shot back that I'm in the 1% of business owners.    What does 1% mean to you?    Get clear on that and focus on what has to happen for you to be the 1% you want to be.    Everyone should strive for this.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

Let me give you a little lesson on finance.    Just a few years ago, I thought I needed to have all the fancy things that were being promoted online.....   The private jets, expensive vacations, Rolexes, $1,000 pairs of shoes, name brand jeans.......   And let me tell you this........   I always felt uncomfortable in those things.   A part of it was knowing what it was to be poor a few times in my life.    My ego told me I needed to have these things to be "someone."    So, I bought these things knowing they would get me into rooms where I would look sharp, but still be the brokest motherfucker in a room.   In many aspects, I got an exponential return on investing in these items including the lessons that come with it.    First thing you should know........   Those flexing their Lambos, private jets, Gucci belts............they're really not rich, nor wealthy.    I've met wealthy people.    They drive regular cars or trucks and own things of signifigance like buildings, land, and other financial assets that make them returns.    When I realized I didn't need all those things I started getting into bigger rooms.    I added value and started getting noticed.    People that could actually afford private jets turned me onto the game of how they got wealthy and stayed that way.     They started by wearing regular clothes and flying American Airlines.    There's one simple secret on how to live like nobody else, so you can live like nobody else.      About the ReWire Podcast The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

I look back over the last few years of my life and I've spoken on big stages next to some pretty big names.    Andy Frisella   Ed Mylett   David Goggins.    And while this has been very impressive and a huge highlight in my life, I have a new found appreciation.    I bought a ranch a few years ago, and I recently hosted a Man Camp for Dads and sons.    We taught them everything from working with knives, guns (I just taught, and did NOT hold a firearm), educated them on the farm ecosystem, got up locase with the cows, rode ATVs, fished, did some grilling out, and walked the land a bit.     There was nothing more rewarding than teaching kids things you can't learn on an electronic device.    Seeing their Dads spend time with them without interference or checking their phones was priceless.    We provided an experience that will stay with those 12 kids and 10 Dads forever.     There's no better time spent than taking in nature under the sun in open fields.    I'm not sure when I'll have the next event like this (probably not in the summer), but when I do, I hope you get a chance to take advantage of it.     It doesn't have to be with me, but if you're fortunate to create that space for you and your children in your life, it's one I promise you won't regret.   The best part, no one got hurt.    Some of the kids left holding their heads a bit higher having learned new, practical skills and feeling great about themselves.     Build confident children.    They're the adults of tomorrow.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

What if the greatest obstacle to reaching your potential isn't external barriers, but a mindset in which you see yourself as a victim? Today, I'm stoked to welcome back my good friend and one of my favorite thinkers, Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman. This is Scott's third time on the podcast, and he always delivers. Scott is a humanistic psychologist, bestselling author, and host of The Psychology Podcast. His new book Rise Above: Overcome a Victim Mindset, Empower Yourself, and Realize Your Full Potential dives deep into what it means to move through suffering with both self-awareness and strength.In this conversation, we talk about the difference between victimization and a victim mindset, how subtle thought patterns like hostile attribution bias or over-personalization can limit growth, and why a mindset rooted in empowerment is the key to self-actualization.As you listen, reflect on your own internal narratives…. Maybe even the core triggers for when you tend to blame, deflect, or shrink back when things get hard? How might a shift toward a more powerful mindset — toward a deeper trust in yourself — change how you respond to life's challenges? Please enjoy this powerful conversation with my friend, Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman.__________________Subscribe to our Youtube Channel for more powerful conversations at the intersection of high performance, leadership, and meaning: https://www.youtube.com/c/FindingMasteryGet exclusive discounts and support our amazing sponsors! Go to: https://findingmastery.com/sponsors/Subscribe to the Finding Mastery newsletter for weekly high performance insights: https://www.findingmastery.com/newsletterDownload Dr. Mike's Morning Mindset Routine!Follow on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and XScott Barry Kaufman: https://scottbarrykaufman.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You see it on the news everywhere.    President Trump has acquired almost $7 trillion in investment commitments from around the world.    The reason:  We put tariffs in place to give us the advantage to attract it.    In the next 4 years, we'll get trillions dumped into our economy.    Big companies are going to move their manufacturing arms back to the States.    So how does this affect you?   You have to go micro.    For example, Hyundai is reported to be building plants in Louisiana.    If I were you I'd use ChatGPT to help you learn the best way to set up businesses around where these manufacturing plants are going up.    They're going to attract 10,000+ people to come and work at these companies.    This means, more houses.    More hotels.    More restaurants and retail locations.    More services will be needed like plumbers, electricians, HVAC..........   The list goes on.     You don't need a business coach or mentor to help you build this.    Spend $20 a month and have ChatGPT show you the road to riches and how to set up your business.    It's as simple as that.    There's trillions coming.....   You only need a sliver.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

I have it on good authority that the Congress and President are working to repeal Dodd Frank and the regulations that have been handed down over Lending standards in our country.    It's been throttling our economy for far too many years and was presented under the guise of protecting consumers.     It was one of the biggest moves of greed (shoutout and RIP John McCain).    They're about to open up a new sub-prime boom in order to reignite our housing and economy to allow people to own homes again.    This will allow poeple to get into the right home at the right price.    This is part of the bill that will repeal taxation on tip income.    Offer tax incentives for everyone else.    What I will tell you this time..........   Save your money.    Be prepared.    Options are starting to open up for you.     About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

Today, I'm going to take you down a different path.    It's the dark side of things.    It comes from a time where I started going down the deep dive into the internet.    A lot of it has to do with my life.    There were some very prominent rappers that met in the Hills in LA. They were offered stock in a very strong military complex.   They had to promote violence, drugs, and everything else you can imagine.    This is going to be a heavy episode, but one worth listening to.    There are lessons.    Experiences.    Lean in and take notes.    About the THC Podcast  Nothing is off-limits in these weekly episodes of the Hardcore Closer Podcast with Ryan Stewman.  Politics, Finance, Religion, Tin-foil hat theories, and interdimensional space aliens.  Ryan Stewman takes a very factual approach to simplifying the most complex things we are experiencing in real time in this timeline.  Leave your feelings at the door and buckle up for a fresh perspective with no fluff, and just the hardcore stuff that reality is made of. Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/  and learn how you can finally partner with someone helping you grow, scale, and have the most successful business without the complexities of sharing equity in your company https://closercap.com/   Rise Above

One of the greatest stories ever told was told in the Bible.    It's in Genesis.    A story about a man named Joseph, not Jesus' Earthly Dad, but another Joseph.    A pair of brothers sell their brother Joseph into slavery to a man named Potiphar.    Joseph gains favor with Potiphar and works in the house.    Potiphar's wife asks Joseph to take her to bed, and he refuses.    She rips her clothes and Joseph is taken into custody on her accusation.    Long story short, he interprets a dream for a Pharoah and is liberated.    Out of this story comes my favorite word to this day.    Listen for the lesson.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

One of the best things that ever happened to me was being given up by my real dad.    The next best thing was being abused by my step-dad.    I know, it sounds dark, but here's what happened as a result:    When my kids arrived on this planet, it pushed me to not quit on myself.    When another child was introduced into my life (Amy's son Asher), I took on the role of including him and even successfully adopting him.  (I know what it's like when people quit on me; I wasn't going to do that to him)    As a result of having these children in my life, I had a chance to be the father I didn't have.    I'm not completely shitting on my 2 dads............I did learn some good things from each one of them, but the biggest gift they gave me was the clarity needed to become the Dad I needed.     I became that Dad.    If you told me tomorrow was my last day on this planet, and asked me one of my greatest accomplishments, it would be being a father to my children and excelling in this area.    My kids are good kids.  They have manners and use them.  They know how to operate heavy equipment and are responsible with it. They're good to other kids and teach them things I've taught them.    Their main objective is to outlive me and out perform me during their lifetimes.   They're already ahead of the game.    Here's my message to Dads who may feel they're coming up short in their kids' lives........   It's not too late.    Be the Dad you needed.    Be present.    Be helpful.    Be a good teacher.     That's all you have to do.    It's really that simple.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

In 2018, I wrote a book called G Code.    The premise is it's the Code to Greatness.    G Code is the solution to the Force of Average, something that attacks and affects all of us.     The G Code is about being the best in our gratitude, our genetics, our grind, and group.    Being grateful for 5 things or people every single day.    Working out and eating healthily to keep our bodies strong.    Grinding and working to the best of our ability so we can provide for our families.    Being surrounded by only the best people in our group.    When I get fucked over, I am grateful for the lessons.    When I lose, I am grateful to have the experience to do better next time.    When I win, I am grateful for all of the struggles that allowed me to get there.    You should take this to heart and start charting your GCode.  Download the free software at:    https://dailygcode.com/   It takes 21 days to solidify a habit.     If you're going to have a habit, make sure it's one that fills you with gratitude.   About the ReWire Podcast The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above

I don't know what you've heard about me, but it's probably true.    I've been married 4 times and divorced 3.    I've been to both federal and state prison.    I've got every reason to be a piece of shit Dad, husband, and businessman.    I'm grateful to be free.    I'm a good father.    Good husband.     Good businessman.    We live in such an abundant plane of existence, there's no reason to be broke today.     Most people quit.    They don't chase the dreams they have in their heads.    You can wish all you want, but the truth is you'll need money to make those dreams come true.    Feeding the homeless.    Creating water supplies in 3rd world countries.    There's no limit except you.    And there's no excuse to be broke.    Get out, hustle, and create that future you've been daydreaming about.    Your future self will thank you.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above