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This week, we talk with a team of innovation leaders from the law firm Faegre Drinker. The guests included Shawn Swearingen, Chief Innovation Officer; David Gross, Design Lab co-founder; and Ruben Gonzalez, Design Lab Director. The discussion centered around the relaunch of Faegre Drinker's Legal Design Lab in Scottsdale, Arizona, exploring its origins, evolution, and impact on legal problem-solving. The Legal Design Lab's inception traces back eight or nine years when an associate at the firm, Helen Chacon, reconnected with her Stanford Law School friend Margaret Hagan, who was pioneering the concept of legal design. Intrigued by the idea of applying design thinking—a user-focused, empathetic approach to problem-solving long used in other industries—to the legal field, the firm embarked on a deep dive into the methodology. This included David (DJ) Gross auditing courses at Stanford's D-School and team members like Kate Rozavi designing courses on visual advocacy at the University of Minnesota Law School. The relaunch and relocation of the Design Lab to Scottsdale were influenced by several factors, notably the firm's merger that expanded its geographic footprint and the practical considerations brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. The move allowed the firm to acquire a significantly larger and more cost-effective space. With input from architects, designers, and Margaret Hagan herself, the new lab was designed to be a flexible, creative environment featuring movable furniture and an industrial aesthetic, fostering collaboration and innovation. Throughout the podcast, the team shared concrete examples of how design thinking has been instrumental in solving complex legal challenges. One such example involved simplifying a profitability tool for lawyers by using a color-coded system akin to credit score reports, making it more accessible and actionable. Another highlighted the use of tennis balls to demystify crystallography during a jury trial, showcasing how visual aids and empathetic explanations can lead to successful outcomes. These instances underscore the lab's focus on user-centric solutions and visual advocacy to enhance understanding and efficiency in legal processes. The guests also discussed the challenges of integrating design thinking within the traditional legal framework, particularly in encouraging open-mindedness and collaborative participation among lawyers and clients. They emphasized the importance of a learning mindset, active listening, and the willingness to embrace creativity and risk-taking. To further disseminate these ideas, the team mentioned an eBook available on their website, aimed at introducing legal professionals to design thinking and visual advocacy concepts. Links: Faegre Drinker Design Lab video Faegre Drinker Picks Arizona for the Next-Gen Design Lab, American Lawyer E-book – Design Thinking and Visual Advocacy for Lawyers Two Point Oh! (FREE) Innovations in Visual Advocacy – Leading the way for design thinking in law, Harvard Law School Center on the Legal Profession.  Advancing Company Goals – Design sprints that unlock Innovation, Corporate Counsel. Listen on mobile platforms:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@gebauerm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@glambert ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: geekinreviewpodcast@gmail.com Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jerry David DeCicca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   Transcript

How do leaders adapt their strategies and mindsets when the world demands a shift from authority to empathy, collaboration, and resilience? Denis Gianoutsos, host of "Leadership is Changing," explores this pivotal question with guests Curt Tueffert, Rick Girard, and Ruben Gonzalez. Listeners will explore insightful discussions on transitioning from traditional leadership to more inclusive and value-driven approaches. The episode covers how leaders can stay grounded in their values while embracing the necessary changes that modern leadership requires. Curt, Rick, and Ruben share real-world examples and personal experiences, highlighting how the essence of leadership has evolved and what it takes to lead effectively today.Expect to gain practical insights into the challenges leaders face in today's complex environment, from aligning organizational values with actions to fostering a culture of resilience and adaptability. This episode offers a powerful reflection on what it means to be a leader in the 21st century.EP296: Curt Tueffert: Drawing Inspiration from History's Greatest LeadersLeadership Across Eras: Curt shares his admiration for leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Tony Robbins, highlighting their unique contributions to social and motivational leadershipThe Power of Persistence: Explore how these leaders maintained their resolve and inspired millions, even when the odds were against themPersonal Reflections: Curt discusses the importance of selecting leaders based on their actions in specific scenarios, emphasizing the value of context in leadershipEP299: Rick Girard: The Great Reset and the Future of LeadershipShifting Priorities in the Workforce: Rick examines how the pandemic has fundamentally changed what employees value in their work and how leaders must respondLeading with Authenticity: The importance of living and breathing organizational values to attract and retain the right talentThe Evolution of Leadership: From authority to collaboration, Rick discusses the ongoing transformation in leadership styles and the need for leaders to adapt to the new normalEP303: Ruben Gonzalez: Resilience and Tenacity in LeadershipLearning from Legends: Ruben reflects on the leadership qualities of Nelson Mandela and Volodymyr Zelensky, focusing on their resilience and unwavering commitment to their causesOvercoming Adversity: Drawing from his personal experiences, Ruben shares how leaders can develop resilience and inspire others to do the sameThe Importance of Mentorship: Ruben highlights the role of coaches and mentors in shaping effective leaders, stressing the need for leaders to be both tough and compassionateKey Quotes:"The best leaders are those who continuously learn from history while adapting to the present." - Curt Tueffert"Values are not just words on a wall; they must be lived daily to create a thriving organizational culture." - Rick Girard"Resilience is built through enduring challenges, and it is this tenacity that separates great leaders from the rest." - Ruben GonzalezThe 10 Ways to Lead in Today's World - FREE Executive Guide Download https://crm.leadingchangepartners.com/10-ways-to-lead Connect with Denis:Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.comWebsite:

Ruben Gonzalez is going to inspire you with our conversation today. He is 61 years old and he is still attempting to make it to the next Olympics in the sport of luge. If you know anything about luge, you'll know that it is a difficult sport that's hard on the body that comes with danger. And Ruben knows a lot about the sport of luge. He's competed in 4 different Olympics in the 3 different decades. He's currently attempting to become the oldest Olympian to ever compete. He has experienced a lot in the sport of luge, but he's also run with the bulls in Spain, he's climbed Mount Kilimanjaro (the highest mountain in Africa), he was a torch bearer at the Salt Lake City Olympic Games, he has written books, he's a keynote speaker, he is really a unique soul who is passionate. He really reminded me a lot of the people that I studied and wrote about in my book, Shift your Mind. A lot of today's conversation is going to focus on Ruben's mindset; what he's done to create a mindset to help him in preparation and in performance. I think even more so than those two places and spaces, you're going to learn about how Ruben sees life, then lens through which he sees it, and how much he always wants to continue learning and growing and reading and studying and researching. He is someone who is not going to stop developing himself in order to be the best version of him. Ruben had a number of amazing insights during our conversation. Some of them include: “I was always looking for my adventure” (6:00). “What drew me to the Olympians, it wasn't their athleticism, it was their spirit, their heart” (7:00). “If you study the lives of great people, you'll figure out what works and doesn't work in life” (7:40). “Belief gets you started… [and] desire keeps you going” (10:05). “The harder it is, the easier it is for me. Because I'm not a quitter; I'm a bulldog” (14:25). “The luge is my vehicle, and it's probably the only vehicle that's going to get me to that destination: [the Olympics]” (20:00). “I had a different motivation for each [Olympics]” (25:05). “I can live with not making it, but I can't live with not trying” (25:10). “If I make it [to the Winter Olympics and set the record as the oldest athlete to compete ever], I actually hope someone will break it at the next Olympics because that means I got old guys out of the woodwork and got them working out (27:00). “I'm 61 years old. I'm sliding better and more consistently than ever before” (32:45). “You've got to have perseverance, but you've got to be coachable. You've got to be humble” (33:15). “[Legacy] means a lot [to me]” (49:20). “On the sled, you've got to be calm, cool, and collected” (52:55). “If you change your focus, the fear will disappear” (56:10). “I don't want the fame. I want to be under the radar” (1:11:35). “Keep on keeping on and hopefully things will work out” (1:14:25). Additionally, you can find Ruben's website here and connect with him on Facebook as well. Thank you so much to Ruben for coming on the podcast! I wrote a book called “Shift Your Mind” that was released in October of 2020, and you can order it on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Additionally, I have launched a company called Strong Skills, and I encourage you to check out our new website https://www.strongskills.co/. If you liked this episode and/or any others, please follow me on Twitter: @brianlevenson or Instagram: @Intentional_Performers. Thanks for listening.

#465 Behind the Medals: Harnessing the Olympian Mindset for Business and Life ----- Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY   Ever wondered how you could think like an Olympian? Turns out, their mindset is something you can adopt. With the 2024 Paris Olympics coming this summer, what better time to dive into the minds of those who've reached the pinnacle of achievement!  If you're craving a dose of Olympic spirit, you're in the right place!  In this two-part episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” podcast, we're unlocking the secrets of legends like Bonnie St. John, the trailblazing Paralympian, and Ruben Gonzalez, the gravity-defying luge competitor. You'll also hear from Shannon Miller, who has enough Olympic medals to make a jewelry store jealous, and wrestling titans like Jake Herbert, Andy Hrovat, Ben Askren, and the incredible Lee Kemp. Kemp may have missed the Olympics due to a boycott, but he still conquered the world— literally! Their stories are more than just inspirational; they're playbooks for success.  We'll explore how these champions defied the odds, the crucial role of mentorship, and their top-secret goal-setting strategies. You'll get practical, actionable wisdom directly from the best in the world.  So, grab your notepad and get ready to be inspired. Whether you're prepping for your own personal Olympics or just looking for a motivational boost, these stories will light a fire under you.  Let's dive in and hear from the legends themselves. Remember, the Olympic flame might burn out, but the drive for success is eternal. Let's get started! If you don't have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don't have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.      

Tune into #TGV483 to get clarity on the above topic. Here are the pointers from Ruben's conversation with Naveen Samala on The Guiding VoiceIntroduction, First Rapid Fire round and context settingWhat are some key principles or mantras Ruben lives by, especially for those striving to succeed in business, leadership, or personal development?Ruben competed in four Winter Olympics in the sport of luge, despite not knowing how to ski or skate. What drove him to pursue such a challenging path, and what principles can our audience apply from his Olympic journey to achieve their goals and dreams?How did Ruben develop the mental toughness needed to overcome obstacles on his journey to the Olympics, and how can others cultivate resilience in their pursuits?How Ruben has Transitioned from Olympic athlete to successful business keynote speaker and author. How did he build his speaking career and become a bestselling author with books translated into multiple languages?WITTY ANSWERS TO THE RAPID-FIRE QUESTIONSOne piece of advice for aspiring entrepreneurs?TRIVIA ABOUT the less-known facts about the OlympicsAbout the guest:Ruben Gonzalez, a four-time Olympian, acclaimed business keynote speaker, bestselling author featured in The Wall Street Journal and USA Today, and TED Talk speaker on "The Power of Following the Leader." González competed in the men's luge from 1988 to 2010. Competing in four Winter Olympics, he holds the record for being the first athlete to participate in four different Winter Olympic games in four different decades.Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:Naveen Samala: http://surl.li/tmksmhttp://www.naveensamala.comIf you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate (any amount of your choice) through Paypalhttps://paypal.me/NaveenSamlaIf you wish to become a productivity monk: enroll in this course: http://surl.li/tmksiTGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon:Vol 2: Notion Press: http://surl.li/tmkryAmazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CQ2J7BM8Vol 1: Kindle:https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyCPaperback:https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:https://youtube.com/@tgvhindihttps://youtube.com/@tgvteluguAudio:http://surl.li/tmksp(#tgvhindi)http://surl.li/tmksx (#tgvtelugu)FOLLOW ON TWITTER:@guidingvoice@naveensamala Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EDDIE RODRIGUEZ  SPOTLIGHT ON TROPICAL LATIN MUSIC PIANISTS 1940'S - 2024 Noro Morales, Bebo Valdez, Ruben Gonzalez, Charlie Palmieri, Eddie Palmieri, Richie Ray, Peter Rodriguez, Edy Martinez, Jorge Dalto, Rafael Ithier, Louie Ramirez, Mark Diamond. Papo Lucca, Larry Harlow, Hilton Ruiz, Oscar Hernández

EDDIE RODRIGUEZ  SPOTLIGHT ON TROPICAL LATIN MUSIC PIANISTS 1940'S - 2024 Noro Morales, Bebo Valdez, Ruben Gonzalez, Charlie Palmieri, Eddie Palmieri, Richie Ray, Peter Rodriguez, Edy Martinez, Jorge Dalto, Rafael Ithier, Louie Ramirez, Mark Diamond. Papo Lucca, Larry Harlow, Hilton Ruiz, Oscar Hernández

  Get ready to uncover the secrets of mental toughness in sales with expert Matt Phillips. Discover the key to overcoming challenges, achieving success, and reaching your full potential. But what happens when the pressure is on, and the quotas must be met? Stay tuned to find out. This is Matt Phillips's story: Matt Phillips' journey is a testament to the transformative power of embracing discomfort and seizing unexpected opportunities. His encounter with Ruben Gonzalez, a four-time Olympian, sparked a life-altering proposition - co-writing a book. Although initially hesitant, Matt's decision to step out of his comfort zone and accept the challenge led to personal and professional growth. This experience not only tested his confidence but also provided a platform to share valuable insights. It's a story of resilience, courage, and the profound impact of venturing into uncharted territory. Matt's narrative serves as a poignant reminder that growth often blossoms from embracing discomfort and seeking new challenges. His journey embodies the essence of mental toughness and the unwavering spirit required to navigate uncertainties. The quality of leader you become is based on the quality of questions you ask. - Matt Phillips Matt Phillips is the CEO of Matt Phillips Leadership Coaching, specializing in elevating sales professionals and teams to achieve peak performance. With over eleven years of experience, Matt's expertise lies in nurturing mental toughness and resilience, crucial for success in the competitive sales environment. His approach combines coaching, workshops, and online programs to instill the necessary skills for achieving sales goals. Beyond his professional pursuits, Matt's passion for gravel bike riding reflects his commitment to personal growth and embracing new challenges. His unique blend of leadership coaching and personal experience brings a fresh perspective to the crucial topic of mental toughness in sales. In this episode, you will be able to: Master mental toughness to excel in sales. Boost confidence and shatter limiting beliefs for sales success. Uncover the pivotal role of leadership in driving sales performance. Empower your sales team with effective enablement strategies. Harness the power of mindset for unparalleled success in sales. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:08 - Introducing the Podcast 00:01:23 - Overcoming Mental Toughness 00:08:56 - Matt's Leadership Coaching 00:10:22 - Matt's Gravel Bike Ride 00:12:40 - Embracing New Challenges 00:12:56 - Understanding Mental Toughness 00:15:12 - The Five Elements of Mental Toughness 00:18:08 - Building Confidence 00:21:32 - Nature vs. Nurture 00:26:41 - Understanding Beliefs and Overcoming Challenges 00:27:15 - The Role of Beliefs in Sales and Leadership 00:28:49 - Shifting Beliefs for Sales Success 00:29:53 - Individual Responsibility and Leadership Development 00:36:53 - Overcoming Distractions and Effective Coaching 00:40:06 - Importance of Training and Enablement Plan 00:41:22 - Building a Leadership Philosophy 00:43:47 - Resources for Mental Toughness 00:46:06 - Quality of Leadership 00:47:53 - All-Time Favorite Movie Timestamped summary of this episode: 00:00:08 - Introducing the Podcast Mario Martinez Jr. introduces the "Modern Selling Podcast" and the guest, Matt Phillips, CEO of Matt Phillips Leadership Coaching, discussing mental toughness. 00:01:23 - Overcoming Mental Toughness Matt shares a personal story about writing a book with a four-time Olympian, emphasizing the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone and the impact of challenges on personal and professional growth. 00:08:56 - Matt's Leadership Coaching Matt explains that his coaching primarily focuses on salespeople and cross-functional teams, emphasizing mental toughness, consistency, and separating oneself from others as key components of achieving sales goals. 00:10:22 - Matt's Gravel Bike Ride Matt shares a personal detail about his new hobby, gravel bike riding, connecting it to the memory of his late father and emphasizing the unexpected nature of his interest in biking despite his physical appearance. 00:12:40 - Embracing New Challenges Mario and Matt discuss their shared interest in biking and how they have both embraced new challenges, such as mountain biking, demonstrating the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone and trying new experiences for personal growth. 00:12:56 - Understanding Mental Toughness Matt and Mario discuss the importance of defining mental toughness and its key elements like confidence, focus, control, energy, and intentional action. 00:15:12 - The Five Elements of Mental Toughness Matt breaks down the five elements of mental toughness - confidence, focus, control, energy, and intentional action - and how they contribute to building a strong mindset. 00:18:08 - Building Confidence Matt emphasizes the importance of leveraging past successes to build confidence and propel future actions, regardless of challenges faced in sales or leadership roles. 00:21:32 - Nature vs. Nurture Matt and Mario delve into the discussion of whether mental toughness is something innate or can be developed through training and practice, highlighting the importance of nurturing key behaviors like confidence and control. 00:26:41 - Understanding Beliefs and Overcoming Challenges Matt shares his personal experience of understanding beliefs and how it freed him up. He emphasizes the importance of identifying and challenging limiting beliefs to achieve success in sales and leadership. 00:27:15 - The Role of Beliefs in Sales and Leadership Matt discusses the impact of beliefs in sales, highlighting the importance of confidence and understanding the origins of beliefs. He emphasizes the need to rewire the brain to overcome limiting beliefs and achieve success. 00:28:49 - Shifting Beliefs for Sales Success Matt explains the significance of shifting beliefs in sales, focusing on the role of confidence and challenging limiting beliefs. He emphasizes the need for sales leaders to coach their teams through shifting beliefs to overcome challenges and achieve success. 00:29:53 - Individual Responsibility and Leadership Development Matt addresses the individual responsibility in sales, emphasizing the importance of setting goals and reflecting on what motivates individuals. He also discusses the role of sales leaders as coaches in developing their teams and optimizing performance. 00:36:53 - Overcoming Distractions and Effective Coaching Matt shares insights on overcoming distractions and maintaining focus in sales. He also highlights the importance of effective coaching, emphasizing the need for leaders to actively listen to their team members and provide hands-on support to drive performance. 00:40:06 - Importance of Training and Enablement Plan Matt emphasizes the importance of leaders helping employees who are new to a task by providing a starting point, vision, and practical examples. He also highlights the need for leaders to invest time in coaching and mentoring employees. 00:41:22 - Building a Leadership Philosophy Matt discusses the significance of developing a clear leadership philosophy and the need for leaders to communicate their expectations and actions to their team members. He stresses the importance of investing time in training and coaching the team for optimal performance. 00:43:47 - Resources for Mental Toughness Matt shares about a free master class training for sales leaders and the importance of knowing your numbers through a metrics cheat sheet. He encourages individuals to take advantage of these resources to improve mental toughness and achieve sales goals. 00:46:06 - Quality of Leadership Matt emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions and reflecting on personal beliefs to become a better leader. He encourages individuals to challenge obstacles and rewire their thinking to unlock new possibilities and achieve desired results. 00:47:53 - All-Time Favorite Movie Matt shares his all-time favorite movie, "Field of Dreams," and relates it to his personal connection with the sentimental story behind it, emphasizing the importance of cherished memories and sentimental moments. Learn Leadership's Impact on Sales Leadership, according to Matt Phillips, extends beyond just holding team members accountable. It involves training, coaching, and equipping team members with the necessary tools to meet their sales objectives efficiently. By understanding leadership's impact on sales, professionals can better align their efforts with their overall goals, thus optimizing team performance and driving success. Strengthen Mental Toughness for Sales Matt Phillips underscores the immense role mental toughness plays in the highly competitive sales industry. In a world where sales teams and individuals are constantly jostling for the same opportunities, mental zing stands out as a reliable key to success. Through this episode, Matt seeks to equip sales professionals with the necessary tools to cultivate mental toughness, thus improving their resilience and ultimately their sales performance. Boost Confidence and Break Through Constantly revisiting past victories constitutes an essential part of fostering self-belief, according to Matt Phillips. He encourages sales professionals to leverage their past successes as a springboard to future victories. This episode inspires sales professionals to develop an unwavering confidence in their abilities, enabling them to break through challenges and meet their sales targets head-on. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Sign up for the free master class training on How to Become an Elite Sales Leader and Triple Revenue Growth to learn about mindset shifts and tactical strategies for sales leadership. Visit Mattphillipscoaching.com to access a metrics cheat sheet that can help you focus on the right metrics to optimize your performance as a sales leader or individual contributor. Download FlyMSG, a free text expander and personal writing assistant, to save 20 hours or more in a month and increase your productivity.

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY  Curious about the untold struggles Olympians face? 4x Olympian Ruben Gonzalez unveils the unscripted, unfiltered side of a champion's journey. Today we join Ruben on his journey BACK to the Olympics… and the setbacks he's facing right now.  For the first interview episode of "Success for the Athletic-Minded Man," we're not talking post-victory speeches or polished success stories. Nope, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of an Olympian's ongoing journey— like a backstage pass to the grit and grind of real success. Ruben Gonzalez, a three-time Olympian, accomplished speaker, and author, is here to share his journey from the Olympic luge track uncovering the powerful life lessons he learned along the way. We dive into the setbacks and triumphs that shaped Ruben's path. Ruben also opens up about facing fears, embracing setbacks, and trusting the process— a mindset that helped him become the only person to ever compete in four Olympic Winter Games each in a different decade. Join us as my good friend Ruben and I explore the practical strategies and mental fortitude required to navigate life's hurdles, whether in sports or the boardroom. Discover how harnessing your athletic drive can lead to clarity, focus, and unwavering consistency in your personal and professional pursuits.  If you're eager to thrive in both business and life, this episode is a must-listen. Hit that play button now and let's dive into the real talk on success with Ruben Gonzalez. If you don't have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don't have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.    

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It's been a big year for John. Today, John is doing the year-end wrap-up for 2023. From welcoming over 70% new listeners to learning valuable lessons from remarkable guests and coping with losing his Mom, John wants to share it all with you. Tune in to hear about his plans for 2024 — book launch, mastermind group for men, and much more. John also shows his gratitude to all the listeners for their support and wishes them all the best for the new year! Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [00:55] - Listenership is up 70% [02:00] - Personal reflections of 2023 [02:47] - Memorable guests: Brian Covey, Heather Younger, Leah Amico [04:46] - Dr. Marie Cosgrove, Ken Coleman, and Mike Manazir [07:21] - Book launch in Q1 2024! [09:48] - Ruben Gonzalez, Rachel JOY Baribeau, Sylvie di Giusto [13:21] - Colette Brown, Kyle Buckett, and Juliet Hahn [17:17] - Tough moments of 2023 [20:25] - The F6 Secrets of Relationships [21:42] - Mastermind group applications open [22:33] - Coaching, more speaking engagements [23:41] - Pursuing more voiceover work [24:48] - Updated podcast cover art [25:17] - Closing thoughts USEFUL RESOURCES: Conversations with Covey: 11 Powerful, Inspirational, and Hope-Filled Lessons from Today's Biggest Leaders by Brian Covey (https://a.co/d/hkrSc6d) The Art of Active Listening: How People at Work Feel Heard, Valued, and Understood by Heather R. Younger (https://a.co/d/5rabfUd) The Art of Caring Leadership: How Leading with Heart Uplifts Teams and Organizations by Heather R. Younger (https://a.co/d/cW7w4FY) Softball, Glory & God's Story by Leah Amico (https://a.co/d/hvvS65o) Victorious: A Year-Long Devotional by Leah Amico (https://a.co/d/0rXyNIS) Greater Fortune: Essential Lessons from the Entrepreneur Who Bought the Company That Fired Her by Dr. Marie Cosgrove (https://a.co/d/4TzzPmk) The Proximity Principle: The Proven Strategy That Will Lead to a Career You Love by Ken Coleman (https://a.co/d/elB86fv) From Paycheck to Purpose: The Clear Path to Doing Work You Love by Ken Coleman (https://a.co/d/0BmBBzK) Learn How to Lead to Win: 33 Powerful Stories and Leadership Lessons by Mike Manazir (https://a.co/d/aA193lg) The Shortcut: The Fastest Ways to Achieve Your Goals by Ruben Gonzalez (https://a.co/d/9V4svti) The Courage to Succeed: Success Secrets of an Unlikely Four-Time Olympian by Ruben Gonzalez (https://a.co/d/21TnNcW) Relentless Joy: Finding Freedom, Passon, and Happiness (Even When You Have to Fight for It) by Rachel JOY Baribeau (https://a.co/d/aZswjDW) Discover Your Fair Advantage: Leverage Your Unique Selling Points and Human Potential for Work, Business and Life by Sylvie di Giusto (https://a.co/d/3wwgJdg) The Image of Leadership: How Leaders Package Themselves to Stand Out for the Right Reasons by Sylvie di Giusto (https://a.co/d/bbDIAQQ) Leadership is Overrated: How the Navy SEALs (and Successful Businesses) Create Self-Leading Teams That Win by Kyle Buckett and Chris Mefford (https://a.co/d/9oBVTMZ) CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com     Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen     Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen     LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen     YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA     EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

Aquesta setmana comencem amb el recent disc en directe de Santrofi, la banda de Ghana acompanyada de la Omniversal EarKestra, seguim amb la descoberta de la trobada de la banda d'Haití Chouk Bwa i els Djs belgues The Angstromers amb un inquietant clima vudu, recordem el gran pianista cubà Ruben Gonzalez als 20 anys de la seva mort i recomanem un concert del també cubà Alain Perez al Razzmataz.

The Talk of Fame Podcast got to chat with Ruben Gonzalez! He has been in 4 Olympics in 4 different decades, 5 Bestselling Books - 300,000 sold , 100+ Fortune 500 Clients, and 500+ Major Keynotes in 5 Continents.In school he was always the last kid picked to play sports. He didn't take up the sport of luge until he was 21. Four years and a few broken bones later, he was competing in the Calgary Winter Olympics.  When he competed at the Vancouver Olympics at the age of 47, Ruben became the first person to ever compete in four Winter Olympics each in a different decade. Since 2002 Ruben has spoken for over 100 of the Fortune 500 companies. His bestselling books have sold over 300,000 copies and have been translated to over 10 languages.Ruben's incredible story takes people's excuses away and fills them with the belief and inspiration to face their challenges and fight for their goals and dreams. FOLLOW ME:  INSTAGRAM:  Officialkyliemontigney  Talkoffamepod  Facebook:  Officialkyliemontigney  Talkoffame  Twitter:  Kyliemontigney4  ABOUT ME:  Hi, I am Kylie! I love sports, spending time with my family, traveling, and meeting people that inspire me. I love listening to other people's stories and sharing their journeys. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talk-offamepodcast/support

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How do you harness the courage to both ignite a dream and relentlessly see it through?In this mashup, we are rejoined by Ruben Gonzalez. In his book, "The Courage to Succeed," he emphasizes the need for two types of courage: to start something and to endure. He believes that the courage to start comes from believing it's possible, and the courage to continue stems from desire. John C. Morley joins us to discuss his two talk shows: "Jay Moore Tech Talk Show" on iHeart, where he delves into the depths of technology, highlighting its marvels and threats, and "IFYL (Inspirations for Your Life)", in which he imparts daily life lessons, occasionally using unique science experiments on YouTube. Additionally, John shares his leadership ambitions, which began at a young age."Listen in as we dive deep into leadership fundamentals and the importance of persistence, courage, and determination in achieving one's goals. In this episode:How perseverance through challenges and maintaining determination can lead to remarkable achievements.Sustained effort and dedication can eventually earn the recognition and respect of peers.With the rise of technology, it's crucial to be aware of potential online threats. Proper security measures, like firewalls and cybersecurity education, are essential to prevent falling prey to online scams and threats.Genuine leadership isn't about popularity but about being authentic and serving others.Personal growth can be achieved by reflecting on symbolic lessons from everyday objects and experiences.Main takeaways:A strong belief in one's abilities, coupled with a burning desire, is essential for goal attainment.Recognizing that beginnings are often tough can help set realistic expectations and foster resilience in any journey.Immersing oneself in nature offers both physical and mental rejuvenation.True leaders listen to the needs of their community and act in their best interest, prioritizing service over self-interest.Quotes:“I believe that no matter what your goal is, you have to have two types of courage to achieve it. You have to have the courage to get started, and you have to have the courage to endure.” – Ruben Gonzalez“You have to put your emotions aside to look at a problem in a very natural but unbiased way.” – John C. MorleyConnect with Denis: Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.comWebsite: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Olympian Ruben Gonzalez talks about his book The Shortcut: The Fastest Way to Achieve Your Goals. TheLugeMan.com #thelugeman #winterolympics #inspiration #luge

John and Ruben dive deeper into their conversation as Ruben shares stories from his speaking engagements, his journey as a parent, and his successful ventures in business. Ruben also provides a sneak peek into his book, "The Shortcut: The Fastest Way to Achieve Your Goals," which imparts invaluable life lessons through inspiring stories of overcoming obstacles. This episode is all about facing fears, pursuing dreams, and achieving success through hard work and perseverance. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Highlights of Ruben's speaking engagements [02:21] - The importance of connecting with the audience [05:00] - Ruben's experience working at Chick-fil-A [08:51] - Ruben's prioritized family values [17:44] - Ruben's definition of success [19:09] - Ruben's #1 daily habit [21:48] - The role Ruben's faith plays in his business [23:42] - Ruben's approach to speaking engagements [25:00] - Misconceptions about introverted speakers [29:34] - The time when Ruben failed big and the result [32:48] - Mountaintop analogy for growth [35:06] - The connection between failure and growth [38:44] - Ruben's book "The Shortcut" [40:40] - Book recommendations NOTABLE QUOTES: "Success has nothing to do with fame or money or what you're driving unless it was your goal to be famous driving a sports car and be enriched. So success, to me, means I had a goal. I did my work, I reached by." "Life knocks you down; you know what we do? We pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and get back in the game. Because that's what champions do." "A great leader makes it fun, challenges their team, treats individuals differently, and always stays positive." "Very few people are willing to start at the bottom and make it to the top again. Don't be afraid to fail or get lazy. Step out of your comfort zone and improve." "Nothing grows in the comfort zone. If you want to grow, you need to embrace the struggles and challenges." "When you're willing to endure more pain and do what others won't, you can achieve great things." "Don't be afraid of the unknown. Step out of your comfort zone and face your fears." "Be grateful for the opportunities and the people who have instilled character and taught you how to dream." "Your life is a series of good things. Look for the blessings and opportunities that come your way." BOOKS MENTIONED: "The Shortcut: The Fastest Way to Achieve Your Goals" by Ruben Gonzalez (https://ruben-gonzalez.com/product/the-shortcut-book/) "Rudy: My Story" by Rudy Ruettiger (https://tinyurl.com/RudyMyStoryBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://ruben-gonzalez.com https://www.instagram.com/thelugeman/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/ https://www.facebook.com/thelugeman https://twitter.com/TheLugeMan https://ruben-gonzalez.com/product/the-shortcut-book/ Watch Ruben's TED Talk: The Power of Following the Leader CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com     Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen     Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen     LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen     YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA     EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

John talks with Ruben Gonzalez — 4-time Winter Olympian in luge, speaker, author, husband, and dad. Ruben competed in 4 different Olympics over four decades (1988, 1992, 2002, 2010), setting the record for most Winter Olympics competed by a single athlete. He plans to compete in the 2026 Olympics in Milan at age 60 to become the oldest Winter Olympian. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro      [01:16] - Competing in the Olympics over four decades     [04:56] - Ruben's TED talk [11:27] - Ruben's backstory of becoming “The Luge Man” [14:34] - Ruben's high school soccer experience [16:12] - Ruben's determination to pursue his Olympic dream [23:24] - How Ruben supported himself between the Olympics with limited sponsorships [25:52] - Failing and crashing as part of learning and improving        [29:51] - Ruben's dream to make a movie [34:48] - How Ruben became a speaker [37:02] - How finding a mentor and coach helped Ruben improve and succeed [39:21] - The difference between mentors and coaches [42:35] - Ruben discusses his adventure trips NOTABLE QUOTES: “Study the lives of great people. You figure out what works and what doesn't work in life.”  “Perseverance is key. All these successful people, they were a bunch of hard heads, just like me.” “Follow your heart and take action. I quit my job and started my own business because I believed in myself.” “Success is not about being the strongest or the fastest. It's about perseverance and never giving up.” “Listen to the advice of mentors and coaches. When I finally started listening and applying what my coach said, I started improving and achieving incredible things.”  “You're never too old to pursue your dreams. I competed in the Winter Olympics in five different decades and became the oldest Winter Olympian in history because I listened and applied what my coach said.”  “If you give it all you got, then you know, the more you commit, the bigger the probability.” “I'd rather eat pasta in Milan, Italy than an egg roll in China. I'll be older and it'll make the story better.” “Don't use your age as an excuse. Just go for it and make your life an adventure.” “Failing is the only way we learn.” “You don't know what you don't know. You don't know what's gonna hurt you. Find someone who's been there.” “I might not be able to tell you everything to do. But I can tell you an awful lot of what not to do. And that honestly is sometimes more valuable.” USEFUL RESOURCES: https://ruben-gonzalez.com https://www.instagram.com/thelugeman/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/ https://www.facebook.com/thelugeman https://twitter.com/TheLugeMan https://ruben-gonzalez.com/product/the-shortcut-book/ Watch Ruben's TED Talk: The Power of Following the Leader CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com     Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen     Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen     LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen     YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA     EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

Ruben Gonzalez is a four-time Olympian who has competed in the luge in four different decades! As a child, Ruben was not a gifted athlete and did not take up the sport of luge until he was 21. Against all odds, four years later he was competing at the Winter Olympics in Calgary. At the... The post Episode 176: Ruben Gonzalez appeared first on Kevin + Steph.

Did you know that you have the ability to bless your life or curse your life? How you talk to yourself will determine how successful you will be. That's a bold statement, but it's true. In today's video I'll share with you some shocking true stories to prove that the words you speak literally become your reality… positively & negatively. FREE download! Terri's entire “I AM” affirmations for success, happiness, & wealth PLUS enjoy The Champion's Creed by Ruben Gonzalez:https://www.terri.com/championscreed-myaffirmations/Ladies, click the link to reserve your tickets to ICING 2023 with your choice of up to 2 locations: https://www.terri.com/icing/Dallas, Texas | September 1-2, 2023Washington, D.C. | October 20-21, 2023Support the show

Why would anybody want to jump on a sled and hurl himself down an icy mountain at over 80 miles per hour? At the age of 21, Ruben Gonzalez took up the sport of luge and started training for the Olympics.  Four years…. and a few broken bones later, Ruben made his Olympic dream come true! But he didn't stop there… Ruben kept training, and at the age of 47, he was racing against 20-year-olds at the Vancouver Winter Olympics!  Ruben's the first person to ever compete in four Winter Olympics in four different DECADES!  The oldest person to ever compete in the Winter Olympics was Carl August Kronlund, a Swedish curler who was 58 at the 1924 Chamonix Olympics. Ruben is training for the 2026 Milan / Cortina Winter Olympics. He's sliding better than ever, and his coach says he can do it. He's also one of the most popular speakers in America. Ruben's best-selling book "The Courage to Succeed" has been translated into ten languages. Get ready to be inspired to go for the Gold.  JONES.SHOW is a weekly podcast featuring host Randall Kenneth Jones (author, speaker & creative communications consultant) and Susan C. Bennett (the original voice of Siri). JONES.SHOW is produced and edited by Kevin Randall Jones. RUBEN GONZALEZ Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelugeman  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/thelugeman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelugeman/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thelugeman Web: https://ruben-gonzalez.com/  JONES.SHOW Online:    Join us in the Jones.Show Lounge on Facebook. Twitter (Randy): https://twitter.com/randallkjones Instagram (Randy): https://www.instagram.com/randallkennethjones/ Facebook (Randy): https://www.facebook.com/mindzoo/ Web:  RandallKennethJones.com Twitter (Susan): https://twitter.com/SiriouslySusan Instagram (Susan): https://www.instagram.com/siriouslysusan/ Facebook (Susan): https://www.facebook.com/siriouslysusan/ Web: SusanCBennett.com LinkedIn (Kevin): https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-randall-jones/ Web: KevinRandallJones.com  www.Jones.Show

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Listen in to hear Ruben Gonzalez, a 4-time Olympian over 4 decades, as he highlights key concepts emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and commitment in achieving success and significance. Ruben mentions the importance of recognizing his own strengths and weaknesses and how he applied this knowledge to pursuit of his goals. He also dives into the importance of taking action with a high level of commitment and having passion, as well as giving back and developing others. The speaker also mentions his book, "The Shortcut Book." This is a FANTASTIC episode for all those leaders and coaches to share with team members who they are helping to develop.Episode Links:https://ruben-gonzalez.com/product/the-shortcut-book/https://ruben-gonzalez.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/Mentioned in this episode:1on1 App Informationhttps://www.thinkmovethrive.com/1on1-app/

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY They say that there are no shortcuts to success, but after years of failures, successes— and few broken bones— 4x Olympian Ruben Gonzalez discovered that there is a “shortcut” to success. A seemingly “ordinary guy,” 4x Olympian, Ruben Gonzalez, wasn't a gifted athlete.  Ruben didn't take up the sport of luge until he was 21. Against all odds, four years and a few broken bones later, he was competing in the Calgary Winter Olympics.  At the age of 47, at the Vancouver Olympics, he became the first person to ever compete in four Winter Olympics in four different decades. Ruben is also an international bestselling author. Among his works are, “The Courage to Succeed,” “Fight for Your Dream,” and just last year, he released his first fictional book, “The Shortcut: The Fastest Way to Achieve Your Goals.” Now, after four years, Ruben is back on the Success Through Failure podcast! Ruben's story is going to inspire you to think differently and to live your life with passion to push yourself beyond your self-imposed beliefs and your self-imposed limitations.  After listening to this interview, you'll realize that you have no excuse to chase your big dream. Tune in now!  If you don't have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don't have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.  

We revisit a conversation that Rick Sanchez and Scotty Mednick had with Motivational Speaker and ex-Olympic athlete Ruben Gonzalez where they discussed the importance of being consistently disciplined in order to succeed.  Gonzalez affirmed that success was a decision that you had to make daily and that you had to be consistent and persistent in order to achieve it.  Sanchez stated that discipline was similar to a chain and every link was a positive habit that you had to repeat every day.  Everyone agreed that the only things that you could control in the business world were how hard you worked, how disciplined you were, and how persistent you were in going after your goals.   TRSP-S1-E093 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rick Sanchez welcomes show producer Scotty Mednick and Motivational Speaker and ex-Olympic athlete Ruben Gonzalez to discuss the importance of being consistently disciplined in order to succeed.  Gonzalez affirms that success is a decision you have to make daily and you must be consistent and persistent in order to achieve it.  Sanchez states that discipline is similar to a chain and every link is a positive habit that you must repeat every day. Goals become plans and plans become action.  Everyone agrees that the only things that you can control in the business world are how hard you work, how disciplined you are, and how persistent you are in going after your goals.  If you come up with an excuse for not succeeding, make it a good one because you will have to live with it for the rest of your life.   TRSP-S1-E069 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Descubrimos o proxecto gastronómico de Bodegas Regina Viarum, co Chef Lucas Bustos no Restaurante Vertigo. Falamos con Ruben Gonzalez de El Cafetín de Pontevedra e o seu premio no Campeonato nacional de pinchos de Valladolid. Gerson Iglesias fala das novas incorporación a Cociña Ourense. E pechamos coa sección de Javier Botana o Capitan Agallas

My guest today is four-time Olympian, author and speaker Ruben Gonzalez. In this episode, Ruben and I talk about his backstory, why he isn't considered a natural athlete, and his success in getting to the Olympics through luge. We also talk about his career as a keynote speaker, motivating people to overcome loneliness and isolation and tap into their inner resilience. Punk Rock HR is proudly underwritten by The Starr Conspiracy. The Starr Conspiracy is a B2B marketing agency for innovative brands creating the future of workplace solutions. For more information, head over to thestarrconspiracy.com. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://laurieruettimann.com/defying-the-odds

Ruben Gonzalez is a four time Olympian, motivational speaker, and best-selling author. Ruben didn't take up the sport of luge until he was 21. Against all odds, four years later he was competing in the Winter Olympics. At the age of 47 he was competing against 20-year-olds in the Vancouver Olympics. At 55, after a seven year break, he became the oldest person to compete internationally in the sport of luge. Learn more about Ruben at his website thelugeman.com

We're revisiting episodes 303 and 305 with Ruben Gonzalez and John C. Morley. Denis asks our guests who their favorite leader is and what the one question is that they would ask over coffee. We tackle the downsides of how today's leaders are too concerned about being ‘liked' that they avoid hard conversations and the importance of never giving up after a setback. Tune in!  In this episode: Ruben shares why Nelson Mandela, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and Mahatma Gandhi are his favorite leaders and what is one question he would ask them.   How today's society has become so afraid of truth and toughness that people have begun walking on eggshells about everything.  John shares why immersion is the key to implementing lessons to change your life. Why you need to think outside the box in order to make things happen.   Key Takeaways: Have the courage to not only get started but also to not quit.  We need to work with people to get the best out of them – That includes having hard conversations.   Be proactive, rather than reactive. Change your mind, change your life. Don't wait for opportunities to come, make them happen.  Tweetable Quote: “The coach's job is to teach, correct, and lead the way. And the athlete's job is to work their tail off and do whatever the coach says. If they both do their job, they have a greater chance of the team winning. That's business.” – Ruben Gonzalez Reach out to Denis: Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.com Website:http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/ ( http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/)  Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/ ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/) Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/)

En Milenium te acompaña, Maxi Palma conversó con Rubén, un taxista que junto a su perro Mikito, acompañan a los pasajeros en Buenos Aires.

Ruben Gonzalez is a four-time Winter Olympian, who can not ski or skate. He was never a gifted athlete. He didn't take up the sport of luge until he was 21. Against all odds, four years later he was competing in the Winter Olympics. At the age of 47 he was competing against 20-year-olds in the Vancouver Olympics. At 55, after a seven year break, he became the oldest person to compete internationally in the sport of luge. Ruben Gonzaleztakes people's excuses away. He's proof ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things if they will follow a few simple steps. What We Discussed With Ruben Gonzalez: How he went last person picked for sport in school to being the first person to compete in 4 Winter Olympics. . . in four consecutive decades Why in each of the 4 Olympics he competed in had completely different motivations. . . The difference between an Olympian and an Olympian Tourist . . . How Rubenqualified for his 5th Olympics in 5 decades . . . yet Covid and Visa red tape,ruined that dream . . . and much more . . .   When you like this Podcast, kindly leave us a review here. . . even a few words help. When you have enjoyed this episode and you want to know more about Ruben Gonzalez. . . check him out on Facebook, and take a look at his website. https://www.facebook.com/thelugemanhttps://ruben-gonzalez.com/    

In this episode, Reuben shares his experiences as an Olympian, competing in four different Winter Olympics in four different decades. He discusses the importance of coaching relationships and how leaders must embrace change in order to stay relevant. Dennis then interviews Reuben about his experiences and challenges as an Olympian.  Why would anybody in his right mind want to jump on a sled and hurl himself down an icy mountain at over 80 miles per hour? At the age of 21, Ruben Gonzalez took up the sport of luge and started training for the Olympics. Four years..... and a few broken bones later, Ruben made his Olympic dream come true! But he didn't stop there... Ruben kept training, and at the age of 47, he was racing against 20-year-olds at the Vancouver Winter Olympics! Ruben's the first person to compete in four Winter Olympics in four different DECADES! He's one of the most popular speakers in America. Ruben's best-selling book "The Courage to Succeed" has been translated into 10 languages.  Join us as Tim and I discuss the future of leadership and the mindset to employ when dealing with Gen Zs. In this episode: Ruben discusses how it takes a lot of commitment and consistency to be a successful Olympian and that it is essential to stay motivated. Ruben also discusses the importance of tenacity and courage when starting something new, as well as how these qualities can help an individual endure difficult times. Today's leaders need to be tougher in order to inspire others to take action. Today's leaders may face challenges due to the prevalence of political correctness. For coaches to be effective, they need to understand how the mind works and be able to get into their students' heads in order to help them reach their potential. If an individual has a positive attitude and sets high standards for themselves, they will be successful. Leaders need to be relatable and take their followers on a journey with them in order to be successful. Key Takeaways: Leadership can be learned through experience Have a positive attitude and set standards for yourself and your team A successful mindset employs being proactive instead of being reactive Leaders can be successful even if they are not recognized initially Never regret anything in life. Tweetable Quotes: “We are psychologically going through things. We have things in our minds. Sometimes we put roadblocks or there are some blocks in our way and if we just do a quick small adjustment by actually talking to somebody about it, someone we trust, and we work through things or professional, it can actually unlock our potential and then things can take off.” - Denis Gianoutsos “You have to treat people kindly and you have to be in tune.” - Ruben Gonzalez “It's not about the dream. It's about the person you become.” - Ruben Gonzalez Connect with Ruben on https://www.facebook.com/RubenGonzalezOlympicSpeaker (Facebook) and https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/ (LinkedIn) and check out his https://www.thelugeman.com (website). Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.com Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/ (http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/)  Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/) Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/)

If you need to cross a minefield, find someone who has already crossed it and follow them. In this Expert Insight Interview, we welcome Ruben Gonzalez, a professional speaker, writer, and four-time Olympian.

Everyone has the ability to achieve their dreams.Having the courage to start, the courage to endure and finding someone to follow is all you need! This week's guest, 4 time Olympian, Ruben Gonzalez shares his journey from last one picked in PE to competing in the Olympics across 4 decades, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and running with the bulls in Pamplona! He shares how important it is to find the right mentor, how visualization helped him to succeed in his sport and so many inspiring one liners!    In this episode we chat about: Finding resilience & perseverance. Letting go of control in order to succeed.  Ruben's strategy of “follow the leader”. How to find the right mentor. How to correctly use visualization. The importance of creating a culture in business.   And so much more!   Ruben Gonzalez is a common man who achieved extraordinary things. He wasn't a gifted athlete. In school he was always the last kid picked to play sports. He didn't take up the sport of luge until he was 21. Four years and a few broken bones later, Ruben was competing in the Calgary Winter Olympics. When he competed at the Vancouver Olympics at the age of 47, Ruben became the first person to ever compete in four Winter Olympics each in a different decade.    Since 2002 Ruben has spoken for over 100 of the Fortune 500 companies. He's considered one of the top motivational and inspirational speakers in America. His bestselling books have sold over 300,000 copies and have been translated to over 10 languages.    His incredible story takes people's excuses away and fills them with the belief and inspiration to face their challenges and fight for their goals and dreams.   Connect with Ruben!   TheLugeMan.com https://www.facebook.com/thelugeman https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/   & check out his Ted Talk FollowTheLeaderTEDTalk.com        Are you looking for an all-in-one affordable hosting platform? Try NewZenler!  Paula says, “This all-in-one platform has all the features you need to get started with your website, including blogging tools and easy to build funnels - plus create and sell online courses. No more trying to link everything together. And with super affordable pricing - it's a no brainer for entrepreneurs who want to keep their expenses low while staying visible!” Click here below to join today!   Check out Paula's recommended resources  HERE!   If you're interested in working with Paula, send her an email paula@thecourageblueprint.com   Continue the conversation by joining my private Facebook group “I am Becoming…” here: http://www.facebook.com/groups/befearlesswithpaula   Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/be__fearless_with_paula/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/befearlesswithpaula/   Don't forget to rate and review The Confidence Sessions and please subscribe if you like what you heard! https://www.thecourageblueprint.com/podcast Timestamps:   (02:18) Ruben shares his journey from “slow poke” to 4 time Olympian after learning resilience & perseverance from biographical books. (06:37) Ruben's strategy of “follow the leader” to let go of control and follow your goal in all sectors. (14:34) How to find the right mentor. (18:28) How Ruben learned visualization to create huge success. Feeling audiogram (22:04) Ruben was drawn to the spirit of Olympic athletes, their resilience to learn their skills. (23:30) “The Courage to Succeed”, Ruben's first book. Courage to get started and to endure (27:47) Moving away from numbers and finding the vehicle to your dreams. (30:40) Why you need to slow down, to get better results. (34:02) Creating the correct culture as a mentor and a leader. (37:35) Ruben's journey to the Ted Talk stage.  (41:57) Ruben's parting questions to remind you of your dreams.

This was a great time, I really enjoyed talking to a guy that defied status quo. His story and approach to goal setting will have an impact on you. I heard him speak and I really was touched by his story and how he presented, it was impactful. González was born in Campana, Argentina, an oil town about 50 miles north of Buenos Aires. His family emigrated to the United States in 1968.When González was 10 years old, while watching the 1972 Winter Olympics, he decided he wanted to become an Olympian.Although he lived in Queens, New York, and Maracaibo,  Venezuela, Gonzalez spent most of his life in Houston. He graduated from Houston Baptist University with degrees in chemistry and biology. At HBU, he played on the varsity soccer team.González took up the sport of luge when he was 21 after being inspired by watching figure skater Scott Hamilton win the gold medal at the 1984 Winter Olympics.González trained in Lake Placid, New York and in Europe and competed in the 1988 Calgary, 1992 Albertville in France, 2002 Salt Lake City, and at the age of 47, qualified for the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics.Gonzalez is the author of 6 inspirational books. "The Courage to Succeed," "The Inner Game of Success," "Fight for Your Dream," "Dream, Struggle, Victory," "Success Secrets for Teens," and "How to Get Where You Want to Be." His books teach universal success principles that apply in sports, business and life.His bestselling books have been translated to over 10 languages.González has been a professional motivational keynote speaker since 2002. He has spoken for over 100 of the Fortune 500 companies about developing mental toughness, attitude, and the principles that lead to success in business and in life. Hear his TED talk here:https://www.ted.com/talks/ruben_gonzalez_the_power_of_following_the_leaderLearn more about Rubin here and connect with him here:https://ruben-gonzalez.com/Support the show (https://cash.app/$cwhitking)

Four-Time Olympian and peak-performance expert Ruben Gonzalez stopped by to share his incredible story of becoming an Olympic luger, how attitude is everything, and how to find success in the struggle. To learn more about Ruben Gonzalez visit: https://premierespeakers.com/ruben-gonzalez Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie

Four-time Olympian Ruben Gonzalez will share what he had to do to make it to the Olympics and how you can go from surviving to thriving in this rapidly changing world. Ruben's incredible Olympic Story will inspire, equip and empower you to win. Ruben Gonzalez is a common man who achieved extraordinary things. He wasn't a gifted athlete. In school, he was always the last kid picked to play sports. He didn't take up the sport of luge until he was 21. Four years and a few broken bones later, Ruben was competing in the Calgary Winter Olympics. When he competed at the Vancouver Olympics at the age of 47, Ruben became the first person to ever compete in four Winter Olympics each in a different decade.   Since 2002 Ruben has spoken for over 100 of the Fortune 500 companies. He's considered one of the top motivational and inspirational speakers in America. His bestselling books have sold over 300,000 copies and have been translated to over 10 languages. His incredible story takes people's excuses away and fills them with the belief and inspiration to face their challenges and fight for their goals and dreams. People buy into what Ruben teaches because they can relate to him. Ruben will inspire and equip your people to win.

My guest for this episode is a four-time Olympian, five-time best-selling author, with over one-hundred fortune 500 clients and he has presented over five hundred Major Keynotes around the world.  At twenty-one Ruben Gonzalez decided to become an Olympian.  Even more incredibly, he decided to compete in the Luge.  He not only succeeded but became a four-time Olympian in one of the most challenging sports in the world, competing in his last Winter Olympic games at the age of forty-seven!  More than that he is a wealth of valuable insight and a gentleman.  I first met Ruben over a decade ago when we were both speakers, along with Martin Kove (you might know him better as John Kreese, the evil Sensei from Cobra Kai), at an event in Cancun Mexico.  I was fascinated by his story and instantly liked him.  What I like about this episode, apart from the stories, anecdotes, and priceless insights that Ruben brings, is the fact that we see things differently.  As you listen, you'll notice that I get quite passionate at times.  Yet, although we agree in principle, we can have disagreement that brings us both to an even higher level of understanding.  We discuss such topics as resilience, perseverance, self-awareness, and other attributes indispensable to not just Olympic success, but high performance in whatever arena you're operating in.  We challenge assumptions around the importance of having a high self-esteem and talked about trauma and mental health.  We also discussed the recent events around the legendary Simone Biles.  In some aspects of the conversation, we see eye to eye.  In others, we had different perspectives.  Which I think made for an intense, as well as interesting conversation.  I think you will too.  Enjoy!Note: For some reason I cannot explain I referred to Simone Biles as “Simone Bile” multiple times.  May have been me not paying attention in the heat of the conversation.  Apologies.   

Your host of Amplified, Ken Rochon, The Umbrella Syndicate, & Founder of the Keep Smiling Movement, with Andrea Adams-Miller, CEO, The RED Carpet Connection & Executive Director, the Keep Smiling Movement interview Sherry Winn, Team Handball 2x Olympian; Leah O'brien Amico, 3x Gold Olympian Softball; & Ruben Gonzalez, 4x Gold Lugeman LIsten LIVE Monday at 11am et/8am pt or replays at https://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2501/amplified Sponsors: TheREDCarpetConnection.com, The Umbrella Syndicate, Big Events USA, TheKeepSmilingMovement.com, VoiceAmerica #KeepSmiling #Amplified #KeepSmilingMovement #OlympicDreamsComeTrue

Your host of Amplified, Ken Rochon, The Umbrella Syndicate, & Founder of the Keep Smiling Movement, with Andrea Adams-Miller, CEO, The RED Carpet Connection & Executive Director, the Keep Smiling Movement interview Sherry Winn, Team Handball 2x Olympian; Leah O'brien Amico, 3x Gold Olympian Softball; & Ruben Gonzalez, 4x Gold Lugeman LIsten LIVE Monday at 11am et/8am pt or replays at https://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2501/amplified Sponsors: TheREDCarpetConnection.com, The Umbrella Syndicate, Big Events USA, TheKeepSmilingMovement.com, VoiceAmerica #KeepSmiling #Amplified #KeepSmilingMovement #OlympicDreamsComeTrue

Beta Biden. Kamala's Race Card. Marveling at the Wild Extremities of Democratic Candidates. Pro Busing? Every one of them pledging free health care for illegal immigrants. Trump the clear winner of both Democratic Presidential Debates. Tone deaf Bill de Blasio quotes Che Guevara in Miami. Hasta La Victoria, Siempre. Ongoing crisis at the Border. Democrats to blame. SpyGate Updates. Made In America. With Listener Calls & Music via Toby Keith, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Beatles and Ruben Gonzalez. Sacred Song from Reba McEntire. Amazing Grace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mueller Entrapment Redux. Did Mueller's Pitbull Andrew Weissmann run an Entrapment Scheme on Papadopoulos? We review the evidence from the summer of 2017. CIA asset George Tawil, $10K in cash, an Israeli hotel, a sojourn in Cyprus and the FBI's mad scramble to arrest Papadopoulos at Dulles Airport. But he didn't have the cash. Collapse backwards? Meanwhile, a haggard James Comey holds a CNN town hall, says it's "a totally normal step" to spy on a presidential campaign, but that he can't remember if he signed off on it. Do we like FBI Comey's normalization of Police State USA? Maybe he's the first to go down? Rep. John Ratcliffe tells Maria Bartiromo that the Democrats are "scared to death" as SpyGate unravels, and that he expects "accountability on all fronts" for the perpetrators. Newly released text messages from FBI Peter Strzok reveal significant friction between Obama's FBI and CIA. Will spooks soon be turning on spooks? Was CIA John Brennan the mastermind of the greatest political scandal in American history? Plus, Sen. Richard Burr subpoenas Don Jr., one last pathetic gasp for Establishment leverage. Roger Stone challenges the U.S. Government to prove the validity of the alleged Russian hacking predicate, suggests DNC contractor CrowdStrike an unreliable diagnostician. Australian Ambassador Downer pops up to speak about his Five Eyes interactions with Papadopoulos, as we flashback to Judge Napolitano's May 2016 Fox News commentary on Russians having 20K HRC emails. Also, Biden's big China problem. And Ukraine problem. Communist Cuba starts food rationing. With Listener Calls & Music via Rita Ora, Lennon Stella and Ruben Gonzalez. Sacred Song from Brad Paisley. Farther Along.        See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He wasn't a gifted athlete. He didn't take up the sport of luge until he was 21. Against all odds, four years later he was competing in the Winter Olympics. At the age of 47, he was competing against 20-year-olds in the Vancouver Olympics. At 55, after a seven-year break, he's back on the International Luge Circuit on a quest to become the oldest person to ever compete in the Winter Olympics in Beijing 2022. He takes people's excuses away. He's proof that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things if they will follow a few simple steps.

About This Episode:Why would anybody in his right mind want to jump on a sled and hurl himself down an icy mountain at over 80 miles per hour? At the age of 21, Ruben Gonzalez took up the sport of luge and started training for the Olympics. Four years….. and a few broken bones later, Ruben made his Olympic dream come true! But he didn't stop there… Ruben kept training, and at the age of 47, he was competing against 20-year-olds at the Vancouver Winter Olympics! Ruben's the first only person to ever to compete in four Winter Olympics EACH in a different DECADE! He's still competing at the age of 55. Ruben Gonzalez is one of the most popular speakers in America. Ruben's best selling book "The Courage to Succeed" has helped countless people achieve their goals and dreams. Get ready to be inspired…. to go for the Gold. I'm proud to present Four-time Olympian Ruben Gonzalez! Find out more about Ruben at: http://ruben-gonzalez.com/ See the Show Notes: www.jeremyryanslate.com/548 Sponsors:Audible: Get a free 30 day free trial and 1 free audiobook from thousands of available books. Right now I'm reading "Steve Jobs," by Walter Isaacson head over to www.jeremyryanslate.com/book  Command Your Brand Media: Looking to grow your brand as a guest on top rated podcasts? Visit www.commandyourbrand.media

Ever since he was a kid, Ruben had aspirations of competing in the Olympics … the only problem is he wasn't very athletic or, in his words, he was “just good enough to warm the bench playing college soccer. As a matter of fact, my coach wouldn't even let me play until we were up by 2 goals.” But one night while watching TV in Houston, Texas changed everything for him … he watched Scott Hamilton win gold in Sarajevo. After seeing what Scott had overcome to be an Olympic champion, Ruben knew he had it in himself as well.So at 21 years old … 11 years later than people normally start Ruben, an Argentinian living in Houston, Texas, begin his career competing in the luge.To date, Ruben is the only winter Olympian to compete in 4 different games in 4 different decades. Despite being a self-described “C” student', he's also the best-selling author of “the courage to succeed”, the inner game of success, and “fight for your dream”.If you're looking to add a shot of inspiration to your day, check out my conversation with always inspiring Ruben Gonzalez.To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now.Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcessFollow @the_process_podcast on InstagramReach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

Brexit Mastermind Nigel Farage visits Colorado. We study the historic enterprise of Mr. Farage and revisit his stirring speech from a 2016 Trump Rally in Mississippi, calling upon ordinary "decent people" to stand up to the Establishment -- and to win, while they're at it. Meanwhile, in dramatic fashion, President Trump overturns Obama's liberalized policies towards Cuba. We listen to his Friday pronouncements, and puzzle over the enduring Leftist love for Cuba even as they claim to now so despise Russia. What consistency herein? Also, we consider the possibility that both political parties in America might be going by the wayside. Unraveling. Have they all lost touch with the American people? Plus, Newt Gingrich describes the "increasing intensity of hostility on the Left." With Listener Calls & Music via George Strait, Courtney Barnett, Jamey Johnson and Ruben Gonzalez.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ruben Gonzalez is the only Winter Olympian to compete in four different decades. He is the best-selling author of Becoming Unstoppable, and one of America's most popular public speakers. At age 21, he took up the sport of luge and started training for the Olympics. Four years later, he made his dream come true. At age 47, he competed in his last Olympics in Vancouver. He has run with the bulls and climbed Mount Kilimanjaro. Ruben is unstoppable, and we discuss how to succeed at becoming unstoppable yourself. You will learn how to get to the top and stay there as we explore:  Why Attitude is important to long-term success How Behavior affects your chances of success How to improve your Technique for greater success How Ruben defines success and overcame his biggest challenges Find Ruben's Tips here: www.rubentips.com Vision Driven Success Join us at the 2017 Sandler Annual Sales and Leadership Summit at the beautiful Rosen Centre in Orlando, Florida on March 9 & 10.  We hope you and your colleagues will enjoy two days of intensive world-class training and high-energy networking with like-minded business professionals from around the world. Register online now: http://sandler.cvent.com/2017Summit The How to Succeed Podcast is a public and free podcast from Sandler Training, the worldwide leader in sales, management, and customer service training for individuals all the way up to Fortune 500 companies with over 250 locations around the globe. If you would like to learn more about Sandler Training, contact a local trainer: https://www.sandler.com/training-centers