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James Howard is a teacher, design historian, industrial designer, and inventor of over 300 products with 18 patents. He's currently the owner-operator of Entrepreneurial U, a specialty private design school. Prior to teaching at the county college of Morris in New Jersey, Professor Howard was the owner-operator of the award-winning Howard Design Agency, an industrial design practice whose clients included Coca-Cola, Colgate Palmolive, and Johnson & Johnson. James is also the owner of Cozy Cupboard Tearoom of Morristown, New Jersey. The English-style business has been a regional favorite for over 10 years. James serves as the Executive Director of the Black Inventors Hall of Fame, a virtual museum devoted to immortalizing African-Americans whose noteworthy inventions have improved lives, yet gone unnoticed. Listen in to learn more about: James' journey to become an industrial designer The Howard Design Agency James' years teaching design Entrepreneurial U Growth mindset The power of optimism – in work, and in life   Show Highlights [01:55] James talks about his journey into design, and his big sister Doris. [03:11] Entering his first drawing contest as a young boy. [03:16] The disappointment of not getting into the graphic design program – and James' shift into industrial design as a result. [05:31] Challenges James faced during his undergraduate and graduate years. [08:56] Getting into graduate school. [10:38] James' struggles with his first mentor in graduate school. [12:30] How things changed once he had a strong mentor on his side. [13:15] Winning a design award from RESNA. [14:01] His first job as an industrial designer. [15:49] James' advice for people dealing with bumps in the road. [16:49] Why James decided to start his own design agency. [19:51] 15 years at the Howard Design Agency. [21:10] How running his own agency changed the way James thought about design. [23:17] James offers advice on how to make a good pitch. [26:42] The decision to leave his design agency and begin teaching. [30:59] Founding Entrepreneurial U. [32:09] James talks about the Bridge program, which helps adults change career pathways. [32:51] The importance of cultivating a growth mindset. [33:51] James as the perpetual optimist, and passing that optimism on to his students. [36:16] Doodling as a second language, to tell stories and convey ideas. [38:07] Resources James recommends. [41:18] Where to find out more about James and his work. [42:30] The Black Inventors' Hall of Fame. [46:20] Fluid Hive's resources for those wanting to learn and practice design thinking.   Links James on LinkedIn Entrepreneurial U Black Inventors' Hall of Fame A Conversation with James Howard, Perpetual Optimist The History of Black Industrial Designers Book Recommendation: Marketing for the Small Design Firm, by Jim Morgan Book Recommendation: Who Moved My Cheese: An A-Mazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in Your Life, by Spencer Johnson Book Recommendation: Creative Confidence: Unleashing the Creative Potential Within Us, by Tom Kelley and David Kelley Book Recommendation: Rebel Talent: Why It Pays to Break the Rules at Work and in Life, by Francesca Gino Book Recommendation: The Universal Traveler, by James Bagnell and Don Koberg    Other Design Thinking 101 Episodes You Might Like Learning Service Design + Leading Service Transformation with Clive Grinyer — DT101 E66 Integrating Engineering, Design and Business with Tony Hu — DT101 E35 Leading a Design Thinking Consultancy, Betting Small to Win Big, and Driving Business Growth with Design Thinking with Natalie Foley — DT101 E5

James Pittar is a champion open-water swimmer, conqueror of the English Channel and inductee of the prestigious International Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame. And he's done it all completely blind. At 16, James was diagnosed with a genetic disorder called Retinitis Pigmentosa, which causes degeneration of the retina. His vision rapidly decreased after his diagnosis, and by 21 he was legally blind and fully blind by his early 30s. Yet despite this major setback, James was determined to succeed as an open-water swimmer. He devised a plan to aid his performance, using blows from a whistle to guide his direction. A national inspiration, James became the first ever blind person to successfully cross the English Channel in 1998. Alongside the English Channel, he completed the “triple crown” of open-water swimming when he completed the Catalina Channel and Manhattan Island Swim. In this episode, you'll learn: Why James believes that disabled sports are harsher and rougher than able bodied sports; How James has maintained a positive outlook on life throughout his tribulations; The unbelievable tale of his English Channel journey and the many obstacles he constantly had to overcome; How James has held a fulltime job for 28 years; The power of psychology in sport; The fear James felt as an expected father being blind; How he fares with his daughter also becoming a competitive swimmer; James' work with the Fred Hollows foundation; The unbelievably harsh conditions that openwater swimmers endure; and James' vision for disabled sports going forward.

Do you know what it takes to achieve sales savagery? A savage team.   In scaling up your business, you need to develop a team that constantly craves success. Listen to this episode as Valher Media's Charley Valher and I talk about the hacks in molding your team and why it is essential in sales. We will also walk you through the 3Cs you need to master as you develop a sales team and the 5 steps leading to personal sales success.   Tune in to this episode now so you can start paving the way for sales savagery!   Episode Highlights: Hey, guys! What's up? [0:00] The value of individual and team development [02:30] The direct link between employee development and retention rate [04:50] Why you need people who fit your team values, qualities, and standards [06:41] Why James decided to hone in on team development [11:25] How Sales Sniper develops and moulds their team for success [15:37] The three Cs of sales team development [17:32] Working with a team vs working on your own from home [21:25] Dressing yourself up for success [25:33] The 5 steps to developing personal sales success [27:35] How to identify the lowest-hanging fruit to achieve sales mastery [37:53] The role that culture plays in pushing oneself to be the best [41:54] About Our Guest: Entrepreneur, educator, and critically acclaimed speaker, Charley Valher is the Chief Podcast Officer of Valher Media, a company that helps business owners scale their businesses and increase profit through podcasting. He also hosts The Business of Podcasting, a podcast that aims to give podcasters the nitty-gritty of podcasting.   Resources: Sales Sniper Website Closing Code (Sales Coaching Training) Visit our FREE RESOURCES page and find just what you need to boost your sales game! Valher Media   Connect with Matt and James: YouTube Facebook Instagram Email LinkedIn   If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast! Thanks for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Show Notes:   [0:00:50] Episode Summary | Intro   THE Jeremy Moore? 2nd Vaccine Preparation & Anxieties Last Episode Recap Building and Developing Your Team   [0:04:35] Getting Philosophical About Communication   Why Communication Isn’t ‘One-Size-Fits-All’ Dangers of Treating Distributed Communication Like You’re Collocated How this is applicable to all areas of your life.  “It started with pagers.” Always On, “As Soon as Possible” Culture is a Problem Activity is not to be confused with progress.  If you’re always available, when can you ever hope to do ‘deep work’? Anxiety induced by not being available, or forgetting your phone.    [0:14:08] Story Time: Communication Awareness   Developing Our Own Communication Tool The justification, the goal, the whys and what-ifs. Permissions to Interrupt Is it healthy, or reasonable? Not Having Little ‘Red Dot’ Notifications Waiting for You is Liberating It takes time to reset your expectations and definition of work vs busy work.  You’re More Than a Response Machine Responding to notifications can feel productive, but it can kill creativity and progress by way of context switching.    [0:20:09] Maybe There’s a Better Way Than Always On   Training and Retraining Around Communication Expectations We have been conditioned to get notifications and respond immediately. The list of items that require immediate attention in your organization is MUCH smaller than you’re willing to admit.  Retraining “I need to know right now” is the major hurdle.  The vast majority of “need to know” items can be saved for when you explicitly choose to engage with your email, phone, etc.  Be Willing to Shift Your Understanding of Urgent & Important You’re probably thinking: “But what if we have an emergency?” Here’s why it’s probably NOT an emergency.    [0:24:50] We Tend to “Solve” Management Problems with Software   The Bigger Problem:  How and when you do, or do not, communicate with team members. Don’t Be Selfish Putting Out Little Fires Prevents You From Accomplishing the Meaningful   [0:29:03] There Are Emergencies   But they’re so much fewer than you think they are.  Document and define emergencies, which details on how and when to respond.  Clarity on what is actually an emergency is very important, but use emergencies sparingly.  Don’t let tools dictate how you run your business.  Slack is a perfect example of this.  Why James won’t log into Slack anymore.    [0:32:49] Closing Thoughts   “We all need more margin.”  “Slower and more intentional is usually better.” Next Time on AIB  

Four years and 200 episodes later, Just The Tips has moved from “arguably” the best business podcast in the entire world to THE best business podcast in the entire world (at least, according to its “humble” co-hosts).   Seriously, Just The Tips was born after James P. Friel and Dean Holland met in the same mastermind and decided to host a podcast together. Both agreed that building a business could be fun AND profitable, and decided to bring that same mentality to a podcast.    Tune into this 200th anniversary episode for the guys' favorite tips, lessons, and insights from the past 200 episodes (along with plenty of jokes at each other's expense...because it wouldn't be a Just The Tips episode without them!). Outline of This Episode 7:20 Why James and Dean created Just The Tips 11:06 The difference between marketing and selling 15:16 The $300,000 decision 21:49 When thinking things through backfires (and what to do instead) 25:27 How to make your social media ads more effective 35:47 Why network marketing has such a bad rap 38:10 Always this before you start a business Business Can Be Fun Somewhere along the line it was decided business had to be “serious.” A lot of misery and burnout have resulted from business owners being afraid or unable to enjoy the business they've created. All this was a factor in why James and Dean created Just The Tips. They wanted to show their fellow entrepreneurs and business owners that business can be profitable AND fun. Stop Mistreating Your Audience One of the guys' favorite insights in 200 episodes came from direct response marketing master Brian Kurtz. Before email and the Internet, businesses had to mail their leads, and that cost a lot of money. For that reason, the most successful businesses put a lot of thought into every single piece of communication they sent out. To do otherwise was to lose six figures, easily. In today's world, you can post on a social platform and send an email for a fraction of that. As a result, a lot of business owners take their leads for granted, and easily forget they're talking to real people. Just because communication is on the Internet doesn't mean you've stopped talking to human beings. Just Do The Thing One of James and Dean's favorite mindset tips came from a guest who exploded his online presence over the last few years. There's value in thinking things through, but thinking about things can also backfire. If there's something you know you've got to do in your life, don't think about it. Instead, just do it. Whether it's pushups, making a sales call, writing and sending that email, just do it. It's A Scrolling Platform Every social media platform is designed for a specific user experience. YouTube, for example, wants people to stay and watch. Facebook, on the other hand, wants people to stay and scroll. The mistake a lot of business owners make is taking a piece of content that does well on one platform and repurposing it to another, without taking that platform's unique user experience into consideration. To get the most bang for your content buck on any given platform, take the platform's specific user experience into account. Network Marketing's Bad Rap There are people making millions of dollars in network marketing, and there are people going about it all wrong and giving network marketing a bad rap. Several networking marketing companies encourage them to do so! It's a shame, because networking marketing can not only be insanely profitable, it can help you develop foundational business and relationship skills...IF you learn it from the right people doing it the right way. Tune into the episode to learn about network marketing from a guest who does it the right way. Music for “Just The Tips” is titled, “Happy Happy Game Show” by Kevin MacLeod (http://incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License Connect With James and Dean James P. Friel: CEO Quickstart: https://jamespfriel.com/ceo-quickstart/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hustledetox/ Facebook Group (BulletProof Business): https://www.facebook.com/groups/1107362546297055/ Site: www.jamespfriel.com Interested in being a guest on the show? Dean Holland: Blog: www.DeanHolland.com FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/DeanHollandHQ Billion Dollar Project: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BillionDollarProject/ JTT Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/justthetipsshow/ JTT Listeners Free Portal: www.JTTShow.com

It was the best of drafts na dit was the worst of drafts. We break down which teams deserve an A+ and which teams deserve an F in this years' draft: Eagles - Howie got one right (2:00) - Why James disagrees with grade (5:00) Jets - It's more than just Zach Wilson (8:32) - How much will the Jets improve? (10:47) Jaguars, Steelers, Broncos: Who deserves an F? (24:00) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/str8factspod/support

In this episode, Marcus Edwardes speaks with James Hornick. He is a partner at Hirewell, a 60+ person tech and marketing recruiting agency in Chicago. James wears many hats: leadership, strategy, marketing, business development, as well as content development and coaching under the banner of Careerwell, which he also co-founded.James also publishes a newsletter called Talent Rants and Sarcasm, which offers a uniquely fresh perspective on all things recruiting.Listen in as James makes a case for why content marketing is one of the most powerful initiatives that any recruitment agency can commit to today.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:●      [02:49] The main distribution channels James uses for content marketing●      [05:16] Why James decided to prioritize content marketing●      [10:50] Is the lack of short-term ROI preventing many recruiters from committing to content marketing?●      [13:30] Does James think twice about publishing controversial content?●      [15:54] Why focusing on creating a personal brand over valuable content results in garbage content●      [20:48] The right way to promote your product or service without resorting to a cheesy sales pitch●      [23:54] Why video content works so well on LinkedIn●      [28:19] Why personalization is overrated●      [36:28] The right way to build an employer brand●      [43:48] How to create content that resonates with your audience●      [45:00] James on his most recent Saturday troll post●      [49:27] What James has planned for the rest of the year at Hirewell and CareerwellKey quotes:●      “I’m a big believer that you have to start building out your own channels. While I’m on social media, I’m not a big fan of it. The algorithm can change. You don’t own that.”●      “What I’ve always found hysterical is the amount of oversharing people do when it comes to their personal life on Facebook or Instagram; yet when it comes to something that will actually make you money such as improving your professional persona on LinkedIn, they completely clam up and they’re afraid of it.”●      “You can talk about how your service or product works and why it’s valuable without giving a cheesy sales pitch.”●      “Personalization is absolutely overrated. [...] Personalization is just a fancy way of saying ‘mail merge’ nowadays. I think that what candidates really crave is relevancy and detail, which is different from personalization.”●      “Employer Brand is just a lagging indicator of your culture.”Resources Mentioned:●      Hirewell●      Careerwell

In today's episode of Climb In Consulting I speak with James Constable, CEO and Founder of Albany Beck, the specialist financial services consultancy that's disrupting the industry with their unique approach that balances leading subject matter expertise with cost effective delivery. Now full disclosure, Albany Beck are a client of ours, but it didn't start like that. I originally approached James to appear on the podcast but one thing led to another and here we are. Having worked with James and the Albany Beck team for coming up to six months now, it was great to sit down with him for the podcast and talk about the Albany Beck story from the beginning. While I knew some of the journey he and the team have been on, there was lots I didn't, and this conversation was my chance to find out all about it. Having started his career in contractor recruitment, James founded and grew Albany Beck to become one of the leading contractor resourcing firms in the banking industry. This success ultimately led him to sell part of the business to private equity. But that's not where the story ends. Having worked in recruitment for over 15 years, James and his team felt that they could see the problems with both the contracting and traditional consulting models, and knew there must be a better way, so they launched their new consulting offering, or Albany Beck 2.0 as it's sometimes called. Their unique model, something that James goes in to detail on in our conversation, has seen them go from strength to strength. Growing from a team of just the founders, to over 170 consultants in less than 18 months. And as James explains in today's episode, that's just the beginning of their growth journey. We go into a whole host of topics in this conversation, including: – Why James and the team decided to launch Albany Beck and the client conversation that started it all off. – How they were able to scale the business so quickly and their secrets to making their model a success. – And James's advice for anyone considering striking out on their own, the conversations you should have with your significant other before doing so, and why Jeff Bezos's wife deserved every cent of the divorce settlement she got. It was great to catch up with James outside of our day-to-day work together and have a conversation for the podcast. Working with the Albany Beck team, we see first-hand the great work they do and the business they're building, and I really enjoyed having a chat with James to share his insights, learning and experience with you for the podcast. Whether you're looking for advice on starting your own firm or considering how your consultancy will need to adapt its business model to keep pace with the competition, I know you'll get a ton from this episode. Get in touch with James at – https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-constable-a7b6633/ Check out Albany Beck at – https://www.albanybeck.com/ Specific things discussed in the show Who Moved My Cheese by Dr Spencer Johnson – https://amzn.to/3ckO3BB Loosing My Virginity by Richard Branson – https://amzn.to/3smAdnL

On this week’s episode of Priorities, I’m in conversation with poet and musician, James Massiah. Some of the topics we cover include: Why James is ‘amoral’, and doesn’t believe in right or wrong Why hedonism and partying can be so important Finding and re-finding ourselves in life Changing routines Will you agree with James’ priorities? Have a listen and find out. Priorities explores the things in life that really matter. Join Lily Silverton as she explores priorities, and how these can help you successfully navigate this demanding modern world. Thinking about your own priorities? This podcast will help you move closer to the life you truly want to live. Follow Lily on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lily_silverton | For free resources & to work with Lily: www.lilysilverton.com | #prioritiespodcast | Follow James: https://www.instagram.com/jamesmassiah | https://twitter.com/jamesmassiah  | https://www.jamesmassiah.com/ James’s recommendations: Now We Are Six by A A Milne / The Puzzle of Ethics by Peter Vardy / Ladies Music Pub from Tyson Mcvey Thank you to our sponsor, the modern-day apothecary Anatome. Music: Aaron Horn. Please subscribe, rate, review and share!

Discover how to merge creativity, consciousness, and culture to actualize the reality you desire! What is creativity and how can you harness it as a masculine leader. Why James knows he is addicted to social media and doesn't mind. The secrets to creating a viral spiritual meme or content. *~~* Join my Quantum Masculine Leadership program - www.quantummasculineleadership.com *~~* Divine Feminine Leaders: Join my program, Transcending The Patriarchy by visiting www.newearthmasculine.com and clicking on the "For Woman" section! *~~* Leave a voice message, questions, or comment: https://anchor.fm/newearthmasculine *~~* ULTIMATE LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE: The Sovereignty 77 Leadership Challenge https://www.newearthmasculine.com/challenge/ *~~* UNCENSORED Sacred Encrypted Conscious Chat For Leaders: Lions of Consciousness Telegram - https://t.me/lionsofconsciousness *~~* JOIN US: Lions of Consciousness Coalition www.newearthmasculine.com *~~* FEELING THE RESONANCE? Apply to work with Spence @ www.newearthmasculine.com/initiation *~~* INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com./thenewearthmasculine WEBSITE: www.newearthmasculine.com EMAIL: spencer@newearthmasculine.com TELEGRAM: https://t.me/lionsofconsciousness CLUBHOUSE: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/ghostcatblood *~~* Leave a voice message, questions, or comment: https://anchor.fm/newearthmasculine *~~* LEARN MORE: www.newearthmasculine.com

Russ and Jim are joined this week by TSN Hockey host and author, James Duthie. The boys talk about Duthie's latest book Beauties: Hockey's Greatest Untold Stories.They zoom in on some fantastic stories about Luc Robitaille, Marc Bergevin, Gordie Howe, Darcy Tucker, Pat Quinn, Brian Kilrea and others.They discuss how TSN is pulling off hockey with all the safety challenges.Will the NHL be able to get all 56 games in this year?The night James dropped his lapel microphone on air and the hilarious scene when the camera went back to him.Why James probably won't get to be at Augusta for the Masters this year.

Show notes:James Crosby is a part-time real estate investor and flipper based in New Jersey. He also currently works for his family heating oil business. James is involved with several organizations as well as the Free Masons and Shriners. He currently owns 9 rental properties but is in the process of selling those properties to 1031 into new construction units in Philadelphia. He enjoys mentoring individuals with real estate and their own small businessesOn this Episode You’ll Learn:-James background and what he does to create cashflow-Why James invested in his local market-How James found his first property-James sour experience with a crooked contractor-Lessons of scaling to 9 properties-Using a 1031 to move to new construction-The definition of success and the importance of why-What's on the horizon for James for 2021Contact Info:Instagram: @JamesJCrosby

James Maskell is a serial healthcare founder, author and speaker on a mission to flatten the curve of healthcare costs through innovating at the cross section of functional medicine and community. He’s the creator of the world’s largest integrative medicine conference, and his work has been featured on TEDMED, HuffPostLive and TEDx. In this episode, James talks about how facilitating community in a medical setting can improve the social determinants of health, like loneliness, and how a more feminine approach to medicine is the future. In this episode, we discuss: Why James relates more easily to functional medicine than other complementary healthcare practices like Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine Social determinants of health Downstream negative effects of interventions like antibiotics Shifting from masculine thinking in healthcare to a more feminine approach, which is more community-oriented and ecosystem focused Why James feels that group-delivered services for chronic disease are the future of healthcare Examples of medical groups and facilities implementing group-oriented community care to support care with a clinician, such as Dean Ornish’s heart disease reversal program and Centering Pregnancy How Centering Pregnancy’s group prenatal care program improves birth outcomes and nearly eliminates racial disparities in preterm birth The difference between conventional medicine vs. obtaining empowerment, support and mentorship from people who have healed from a similar condition The need to build a healthcare system around behavior change What makes a good healing group What it really means to remove the root cause The Mankind Project men’s group James’ new project, FindFunctional James’ books, Evolution of Medicine and The Community Cure

Today's guest has one of the most impressive pedigrees of my 189 podcasts guests to date. At UCSD, James Nielsen was a 4X NCAA All-American Track Athlete, 2X National Champion, 3X Academic All-American, and President of his fraternity. While getting his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at Stanford, James made the US Olympic Trials and was a Professional Ironman TriAthlete. His professional journey started at Qualcomm as an Engineer. After a chance encounter with the VP Sales, he was recruited into Sales Engineering. He spent 5 years in that role before several Director and VP Sales roles over the next decade. He was involved in 3 separate acquisitions during that time. In 2015, James founded Vendition, a Sales Development Apprenticeship program that gives individuals the training and experience needed to earn entry-level jobs in tech sales. He also runs Sales Bootcamp, Vendition Sales Society, and is an Advisor for CreativeVentures.vc. In this conversation, James and I discuss: Why James wakes up at 4:30 to run every day How being an Engineer helps him run a more structured sales process The work Vendition is doing for underrepresented groups in sales James' world-record beer mile (!?) SUPPORT: First, follow and connect with James on LinkedIn. Second, show some love for Millennial Sales. Please subscribe on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube and leave a comment or review wherever you listen. It helps me to spread my reach and get more great guests on the podcast. I’d love to connect with you on social media on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. All other content is also hosted on MillennialMomentum.net. Let’s get after it this week.

Today on episode 29! Rick and Chris are joined by James Reese founder of the largest hunting group on Facebook Bowhunters of America! We discussed James background and history with the outdoors and how the group came to be. Topics include: Why you being a jerk isn't a good thing, Cussing and how it gets ya the boot, Helping the greater hunting community, Why James hates Turkeys, If you hunt high fence be honest, Making sure you are taking the proper steps when using social media, and so much more! If you haven't already check out our YouTube page and subscribe, as well as subscribe to this podcast! As always if you enjoy listening to the podcast please like, share, and give us 5 stars on any of the major podcast platforms we are found on. Hear something we missed? Let us know what we are doing wrong or doing right, or if you have a question; Email us at theeliteoutdoors1@gmail Happy Hunting and Tight Lines! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fueledbytheoutdoors/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fueledbytheoutdoors/support

James is the Founder of Shogun Digital, a disruptive Social Media Agency. James built his experience with some of the largest brand names in the world and then ventured on to his own path by establishing Shogun. He found a gap in the market and decided to put his fingerprint on it. The areas covered in this conversation: 1. James Intro and Background 2. Why James became an entrepreneur 3. How has COVID-19 affected his business 4. Which way does Shogun Digital support small businesses 5. Where James needs to grow as a business owner 6. Why should older, more established, companies focus on Social Media 7. What are the biggest hurdles for James 8. We discuss family in business and trust 9. James last 3 words and message to the world Follow James here: Instagram: @shogundigitaluk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-gayle-610369138/ Follow your Host: My Name is Bhavik Patel. I am a British Serial Entrepreneur and lover of life. For the last 20 years, I have started, grown and sold multiple businesses and now I am moving into the mindset space to help people grow and Motivating you to Unlock your Potential and Inspiring you to Live the exceptional Life you Deserve! Instagram: @bhavikp.limitless Facebook: Bhavik Patel LinkedIn: Bhavik Patel Twitter: @bhavp_limitless

James Grenning joins the podcast this episode to discuss test-driven development.   James is one of the original authors of the Agile Manifesto. His specialties include test-driven development and embedded software going deep in C-based embedded technologies. At his company Wingman Software, he coaches and trains developers to deliver more. With deadlines to meet, quality goals to meet, and customers to satisfy, a developer’s day can often be packed to the brim with little time for investigating better ways to develop — this is where Wingman Software comes in. They offer training, coaching, consulting, and workshops for developers and teams looking to accelerate their progress and reach a new level of performance.   In this episode, James speaks about where test-driven development is today, how it has changed over the decades and his key advice for transitioning to TDD. He also shares some fun tips, from ZOMBIES guiding you through the process of TDD to the secrets of how to become a highly productive team or developer!   Topics of Discussion: [:38] Be sure to visit AzureDevOps.Show for past episodes and show notes. [:46] About The Azure DevOps Podcast and Jeffrey’s offer to speak at virtual user groups. [1:11] Clear Measure is hiring! Be sure to check out the link in the show notes. [1:22] About today’s episode with James Grenning. [1:43] Jeffrey welcomes James to the podcast! [1:56] James speaks about what it was like at the turn of the millennium when conversations were just starting and the Agile Manifesto was only an idea in a few people’s heads. [6:45] For developers and teams that want to be highly productive, how does James explain the arguments that pit speed and quality against each other? [10:00] For new developers and those who have never done test-driven development before, when would James recommend that they start? And how should they get started? Why should they get started? [18:32] How ZOMBIES can guide you through the process of test-driven development! [20:38] A word from Azure DevOps Podcast’s sponsor: Clear Measure. [21:10] James shares his thought process around managing dependencies. [23:09] The three critical skills of refactoring. [24:21] Why James thinks mob programming and paired programming is really powerful. [24:40] James highlights a key piece of The Agile Manifesto. [25:45] How should a developer be thinking about the process of pulling in a new library? [31:00] For developers who have either inherited a piece of software or have been working with a system for a long time, what would James say is the most effective way to start transitioning to test-driven development? [39:33] James gives some parting words and advice about TDD. [41:17] Jeffrey thanks James for joining the podcast.   Mentioned in this Episode: Azure DevOps Clear Measure (Sponsor) .NET DevOps for Azure: A Developer's Guide to DevOps Architecture the Right Way, by Jeffrey Palermo — Available on Amazon! bit.ly/dotnetdevopsebook — Click here to download the .NET DevOps for Azure ebook! Jeffrey Palermo’s Youtube Jeffrey Palermo’s Twitter — Follow to stay informed about future events! The Azure DevOps Podcast’s Twitter: @AzureDevOpsShow James Grenning’s Blog James Grenning’s Blog: “TDD Guided by ZOMBIES” James Grenning’s Twitter @JWGrenning Wingman Software Wingman Software: Test-Driven Development for C or C++ Training | Remotely Delivered via Web-Meeting The Agile Manifesto Managing the Software Process, by Watts S. Humphrey Extreme Programming History: The Agile Manifesto Kevlin Henney: “Old is the New New”   Want to Learn More? Visit AzureDevOps.Show for show notes and additional episodes.

Dr. James Canton (@futureguru) is a renowned global futurist, social scientist, keynote presenter, author, and visionary business advisor. He is the CEO and Chairman of the Institute for Global Futures, a leading think tank he founded in 1990 that advises business, the Global Fortune 1000 (like IBM, GE, HP, Boeing, Intel and more) and many governments on future trends in innovation, financial services, health care, population, life sciences, energy, security, workforce, climate change, and globalization. In addition, James is a Senior Fellow at the Center for Research in Innovation at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management, on the advisory board of the Corporate Eco Forum and has advised three White House Administrations, the National Science Foundation and MIT’s Media Lab, Europe. Dr. Canton is the author of the following books:The Extreme Future: The Top Trends That Will Reshape the World in the 21st Century (2006)Future Smart: Managing the Game-Changing Trends That Will Transform Your World (2015)Technofutures: How Leading-Edge Technology Will Transform Business in the 21st Century (2004)And James is no stranger to media. He was named “the Digital Guru” by CNN and “Dr. Future” by Yahoo, is a commentator on CNN and has been featured on/in CNBC, Fox, PBS, ABC, Fortune, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Bloomberg Report, The New York Times, US News and World Report, CEO, CIO and CFO Magazines. And finally, Dr. Canton serves as Co-chairman of the Futures and Forecasting Track at Singularity University. In our wide-ranging conversation, we cover many things, including:- How the pace of technology acceleration is accelerating- The 5 most impactful areas of tech- How government surveillance and privacy as balanced in the future- Why James is optimistic about the future- The future of work, even including AI- How humanity needs to reinvent healthcare- What it is like working in a governmental think tank- Why quantum computing will change the world- How James advises government and corporations about change and the future- What James learned working at Apple Computer- How systems thinking changes can solve most of the world’s problems- Why our education system is broken and how to fix it

James Kawas is Co-Founder and CEO of The Selling Company, where he is working to change the way people sell their things. From a young age, James has thought outside the box about the way he works and creates. When he was 17, after already starting his first company, James wanted to meet Brian Chesky, so he created a side project idea for Airbnb, found emails for key employees at the company, and pitched them on it. They liked it so much they invited him to come to present it in person in San Francisco. In this episode, James shares the story of his Airbnb pitch and a lot more about how to hustle and create opportunities for yourself. In this episode: * How James at age 17 cold pitched Airbnb on an idea and ended up meeting and pitching Airbnb leadership in-person * Applying the same strategy to Facebook * Starting a company at age 15 to help people buy and sell used goods * Why James didn’t go to college and getting the Thiel Fellowship * What the transition from being a founder to employee was like when his company was acquired * What is The Selling Company and why there is incredible potential in re-selling goods * Why getting any job is a sales process * Connect with James Twitter: https://twitter.com/jihadkawas * Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jihadkawas/ We also want to hear your story. If you've created an opportunity and found a career that makes you feel alive, send it to Isaac [at] crash.co For more resources on creating a great career Check out Crash.co

James Kawas is Co-Founder and CEO of The Selling Company, where he is working to change the way people sell their things. From a young age, James has thought outside the box about the way he works and creates. When he was 17, after already starting his first company, James wanted to meet Brian Chesky, so he created a side project idea for Airbnb, found emails for key employees at the company, and pitched them on it. They liked it so much they invited him to come to present it in person in San Francisco. In this episode, James shares the story of his Airbnb pitch and a lot more about how to hustle and create opportunities for yourself. In this episode: * How James at age 17 cold pitched Airbnb on an idea and ended up meeting and pitching Airbnb leadership in-person * Applying the same strategy to Facebook * Starting a company at age 15 to help people buy and sell used goods * Why James didn’t go to college and getting the Thiel Fellowship * What the transition from being a founder to employee was like when his company was acquired * What is The Selling Company and why there is incredible potential in re-selling goods * Why getting any job is a sales process * Connect with James Twitter: https://twitter.com/jihadkawas * Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jihadkawas/ We also want to hear your story. If you've created an opportunity and found a career that makes you feel alive, send it to Isaac [at] crash.co For more resources on creating a great career Check out Crash.co

“Antarctica will change you for the rest of your life. It’s almost impossible to visit Antarctica and not return as an ambassador to Antarctica.” — Dr. James McClintock   For nearly 40 years, Dr. James McClintock has been visiting Antarctica to study the desolate continent’s ecosystem and marine biology. More recently, the Polar and Marine Biology professor’s research has largely encompassed the impacts of rapid climate change on Antarctica. He’s also become an advocate for educating others on the ramifications of global warming. In this episode of Leading with Genuine Care, learn what Dr. McClintock has learned during his 16 visits to the Antarctic, why climate change is rewriting our future, and how we can start smarter discussions about the effects of global warming.   In this episode, you’ll also learn: About his fascinating Antarctic adventures and discoveries How the Antarctic continent has changed since James began visiting What Antarctica can show us about the health of the entire planet How you can fight climate change Why James wants everyone to go out and vote If renewable energy is the key to a more sustainable future What James studies in Antarctica How studying organisms could help to cure serious diseases About the challenges of getting to Antarctica  What the impact of climate change will look like Why discussing climate change is so important The truth behind common green energy myths What you can do to fight climate change Why James wants everyone to  About James’ experience with Bill Gates in Antarctica What positive impact green and renewable energy could create   More About James McClintock Dr. James McClintock is the Endowed Professor of Polar and Marine Biology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He focuses on aspects of marine invertebrate nutrition, reproduction, and primarily, Antarctic marine chemical ecology. He and his team have become a worldwide authority on the ecology and the ecological impacts of climate change. Dr. McClintock’s research has been funded continuously over the past 30 years by the National Science Foundation. Over the past fifteen years, his research has focused on climate change and ocean acidification on Antarctic marine algae and invertebrates.  He has published 282 peer-reviewed scientific publications and his research has been featured in a variety of public media outlets including NPR, National Geographic Magazine, Smithsonian Magazine. His book Lost Antarctica: Adventures in a Disappearing Land was released in September 2012. His second book A Naturalist Goes Fishing, released in November 2015, combines fishing adventures with an overview of pressing needs for freshwater and marine conservation.  In June 2018, the Scientific Committee for Antarctic Research (SCAR) awarded him their inaugural SCAR Medal for Education and Communication. In December 2018, he became the national face of the Nature Conservancy’s Can We Talk Climate campaign. He is an elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, an elected Trustee of The Nature Conservancy (TNC), and an elected Fellow of the Explorer's Club. In 1998 the United States Board on Geographic Names designated the geographic feature “McClintock Point” in honor of his contributions to Antarctic science.   Connect with James McClintock Twitter twitter.com/JiminAntarctica UAB in Antarctica www.uab.edu/antarctica/team/mcclintock Dr. James McClintock on The Moth Storytelling Podcast themoth.org/storytellers/james-mcclintock   Read James’ Books Lost Antarctica: Adventures in a Disappearing Land amzn.to/3c3Y6ci A Naturalist on Fishing: Casting in Fragile Waters from the Gulf of Mexico to New Zealand's South Island amzn.to/35JYNGr   Get Rob’s Weekly Newsletter Never miss an inspiring conversation about positive leadership on the Leading with Genuine Care podcast plus other great articles and insights. Click below and you’ll also get a download of his favorite mindful resources. https://www.donothingbook.com/resource-guide    Follow Rob Dube on Social Media  LinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/in/robdube  Facebook:  www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1  Twitter:  twitter.com/robddube    Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com   Buy Rob’s book, donothing: The Most Rewarding Leadership Challenge You'll Ever Take   amzn.to/2y9N1TK

James Altucher is a fascinating guy. He is an American hedge-fund manager, author, podcaster and entrepreneur who has founded or cofounded over 20 companies. He has published , including the really great books "" and "", and he is a contributor to publications including The Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, TechCrunch, and The Huffington Post.         During our discussion, you'll discover: -The magic that comes from writing down 10 ideas per day...8:35           -Reading and writing during a pandemic...13:20           -How James' writing practice dug himself out of a huge hole, financially and personally...20:40         -How James' love of games improves his health and wellbeing...41:15         -The importance of game theory...46:15       -Things people should say "no" to more often...51:15         -Why James never says "no" to doing stand-up comedy...56:15         -The necessity of college...1:05:35         -And much more!       Episode sponsors: Kion Immune, Organifi Gold, Joovv, Four Sigmatic   

On today’s special Australian double header show, we’ve actually got two interviews from live streams we held earlier this year.  First up is James Schramko, who is a great friend and has been on the show quite a few times already. He talks about the basic foundational strategies that he uses in his business (which is also similar to our own business because we’ve modeled what he does), how he has been able to maintain great customer relationships over the years with the same membership site, and his thoughts and ideas on keys to building trust and what to do if you are just starting out. Our second guest is Stephen Esketzis who we have modeled as well, with our affiliate blog posts. He was ClickFunnels #1 affiliate for a long time and he’s another one who we had on the show previously. Stephen has some newer updates, tools, and lots of good content marketing affiliate strategies and we also talk about developing some tools for affiliate marketing as well. We also dive into his cool method of using a quiz to create the perfect funnel for your business, and by taking a few extra steps that most marketers do not, has propelled his business by far. Affiliate marketing is a topic that is one of the three foundational things we like to chat about, and it’s also a topic that people are looking for with examples on how to do it in their own business. James is building a platform, with a podcast, email lists, and a community, while Steven takes more of the blogging, customer journey, and SEO route. You can combine them and take pieces of each model as we did, which is what our business is about now. After you have listened, be sure to check out our shows with Larry Ludwig and Matt McWilliams for more tips on how to set your affiliate marketing goals right.  “When someone already has a database and they already know what products sell, just sticking them in front of their customers on the most highly visited page on their website is a really good idea.” - James Schramko “Now more and more people are switching to writing better quality reviews and content because it’s getting more competitive and you need to improve your content game if you want to become a better affiliate. The more value you provide, you get repaid for it in the long run.” - Stephen Esketzis Some Topics We Discussed Include: Tips if you are just starting out James’ least favorite business and why he’s working his way through it currently How to go above and beyond to stand out beyond the rest of affiliates Why James had a Skype button on his site in the early days How Stephen set up his super cool quiz funnel to get dialed in leads  An idea for an affiliate site that is a lot of work but will lead to great rewards How Stephen basically gets tons of software for free Stephen’s early days of working with ClickFunnels and earning the title of top affiliate And much, much more! Resources From James Schramko & Stephen Esketzis: Super Fast Business & Super Fast Results from James Schramko Stephen Esketzis.com References and Links Mentioned: UnicornEquity.io - check it out, as we think it really has a lot of potential for the affiliate marketing space.  Active Campaign ClickFunnels LeadPages Typeform LeadsHook Stephen’s Marking Tool List Are you ready to be EPIC with us?! Then grab our EGP Letter here! Join the Facebook Community - be sure to hop in our Facebook group to chat with us, our other amazing guests that we’ve had on the show, and fellow entrepreneurs! This episode is sponsored by Easy Webinar, be sure to check them out as well, with this special discount for our listeners. Selling an Affiliate Site For $6 Million - Larry Ludwig How Anyone Can Recruit An Army Of Affiliates - Matt McWilliams

Today Ben speaks with James Nestor, one of the world leaders in understanding the physiology of our breath and how it can impact our lives, our minds and bodies, and our resilience. In this info-packed episode you'll learn tangible ways to easily incorporate simple ideas and techniques that can have a dramatic impact on your mental state and clarity, anxiety levels, sleep, fitness, and more.  James Nestor is an author and journalist who has written for Scientific American, Outside, The New York Times, The Atlantic, and more. His latest book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art was an instant New York Times bestseller. Nestor’s first book, Deep: Freediving, Renegade Science, and What the Ocean Tells Us About Ourselves, was published in 2014 and was a finalist for the 2015 PEN/ESPN Award For Literary Sports Writing, an Amazon Best Science Book of 2014, and more. You can find out more about James and his work at mrjamesnestor.com. Thank you to our awesome show sponsor, makers of my favorite grassfed collagen and powdered MCT: BUBS, a company making just a few extremely high-quality products and giving back a whopping 10% of their sales to charity. I use their powdered collagen and MCT in my coffee every morning. Use the code BEN for a full 20% off your purchase at bubsnaturals.com   Timestamps   [00:32] Introducing our guest, James Nestor & their work, the amazing book; “Breath”. [01:09] Importance of proper breathing. [03:14] Sponsorship by: BUBSNatural.com [04:48] Welcoming our guest, James Nestor on the show. [05:16] Why James wrote “Breath”. [07:36] James experiment with plugging his nose for 10 days. [13:03] What switching the Breath Pathway does to our body. [14:19] Effects of Mouth Breathing on the body. [16:54] Mouth Breathing While Working Out. [18:31] What James learned about slower breathing. [24:42] Evolution of Human Face. [26:09] Facial Epigenetic Cross-Generational Inheritance in Human Beings over the last century. [27:52] Appliances that you can use to open up your nasal cavity. [32:37] How do sea divers have extreme level of CO2 tolerance? [34:11] Wim Hof’s breathing practices. – Tummo Breathing. [38:54] James experience with Dr. Justin Feinstein. [41:21] Important things that James did not include in the book. [47:39] Adapting to breathing as little as possible. [51:54] “Bad breathing leads to bad posture.” [57:11] Conserving energy by controlled breathing. [01:00:23] You got to grind yourself to get the reward. [01:03:41] Lowest Common Denominator to Optimize the Breath. [01:06:00] Follow James Nestor and do read his amazing work. [01:06:38] Wrapping up.

James Hamblin (IG: jameshamblin) is a Medical Doctor & Master of Public Health but he’s not a practicing physician… he’s a staff writer at The Atlantic, a lecturer at the Yale School of Public Health, and a specialist in preventive medicine. James is the author of If Our Bodies Could Talk and hosted a video series of the same name. His new book is CLEAN: The New Science of Skin. In this episode, we discuss: Why James stopped showering Changing the armpit ecosystem It's time to re-examine your daily skin care routine Are your skin care products causing your acne? Your skin is affected from the inside out The history of soaps People are focusing more on targeted hygiene The psychological effect of cultural beauty trends Are skin care products regulated? Don’t believe everything you read on the labels Marketing ploys used to get men interested in skin care regimens James' journey into medicine and journalism Face mites live in your pores Healthy exposure to microbes train your immune system Probiotics in skin care products have not been proven to improve the microbiome Exposure to dogs may improve your microbiome The benefit of smelly feet All soap ingredients have an impact on the environment The story of Dr. Bronner’s Soaps A better way to wipe your bum Choosing a minimalist way of life Health, defined Show sponsors: Organifi

For some reason there seems to be this fallacy in Hollywood that someone has to “give you your big break” in order to make it in the industry, and in the meantime you’re just waiting for your big break to appear. The idea that you have to be in the right place at the right time, or worst of all, that you just need to have a lot of “luck” to make your dreams a reality (and you all know how I feel about the “L word”) must be a myth, right? Today’s guest is here to debunk that myth that success is about waiting for opportunity but instead all about making sure no one can outwork you, making sure you are ready for opportunities when they become available, and most importantly never giving someone the opportunity to tell you ‘No.’ James Wilcox is an African-American award-winning editor who’s edited such shows as Dark Angel, My Wife and Kids, Everybody Loves Chris, CSI Miami, Hawaii 5-0, Roots, Genius, and he’s recently completed Ron Howard’s new film Hillbilly Elegy, to literally name just a few. (Seriously, look up his IMDb page). What’s so fascinating about James’ path is that he’s made numerous transitions in his career including cutting news, comedy, drama, historical fiction, and feature films. In addition to such a wide variety of experience, James also sees himself as a pioneer for black editors and talks about the importance of providing mentorship to other people of color. In today’s conversation we cover topics like: How James prepares himself to be ready for opportunities when they are offered Why he sees himself as a pioneer for black editors and the importance of providing mentorship to other people of color The delicate balance of working hard and playing hard And the many stories of how he forged his varied and successful career path including how he became Ron Howard’s editor If you enjoyed my episode with Monty DeGraff, you’re going to love this one. James is talented, funny, and chock full of stories that give you an inside look at how to not only build a successful and inspiring career but also how to mentor others while leaving time and energy for your health and well-being. In short, James has mastered the balance of both working hard and playing hard. Want to Hear More Episodes Like This One? » Click here to subscribe and never miss another episode Here’s What You’ll Learn: Early on James discovered that shortcuts didn’t work for him and that to be successful, “no one would out work him” A “double-edged sword”: How his relentless work ethic has been both a gift and a curse The story of how James went from wanting to be a doctor, then a baseball player, and finally, to becoming an editor. James got his first opportunity in the News business. The three skills needed to be a solid news editor: Speed. Creativity. Accuracy. These skills helped him down the road. Why James studied acting for 3 and half years when he moved to Los Angeles and how that was part of his journey to scripted television editing and directing. His mantra: “Don’t give anyone a reason to tell you no.” KEY TAKEAWAY: Always be ready and prepared for the next opportunity so when it presents itself you can seize it. His dad’s advice: If you’re thorough you can’t be denied. KEY TAKEAWAY: We all have to ask ourselves how do we get better at fostering diversity and opportunity for people of color in the industry? James believes there is a rapid awakening right now on a global level and the George Floyd murder has inspired activism and change. His passion for mentoring and supporting people of color is a big part of how he hires his assistant editors. One of the key skills his last assistant editor had that he values and appreciates. The unbelievable story of James getting to work with Ron Howard on the Emmy nominated series Genius and then getting to work on his new movie, Hillbilly Elegy. KEY TAKEAWAY: Don’t always expect your payoff to come from the thing you are investing in. What the Marshmallow experiment teaches us about patience relative to success. James’ advice to POC looking to advance their careers and make it in Hollywood. Useful Resources Mentioned: Ep107: Recognizing, Mentoring, and Promoting Diversity In Hollywood | with Monty DeGraff, ACE Ep114: Breaking Into (and Making It) In the Industry as People of Color | with Mirra Watkins, Ariel Brown, and Isaiah Cary Stanford Marshmallow Experiment Ep39: Breaking “Bad” From Assistant to Editor | with Kelley Dixon, ACE (pt 1) Ep40: Breaking “Bad” From Assistant to Editor | with Kelley Dixon, ACE (pt 2) Our Generous Sponsors: Special thanks to our sponsor Evercast for making today’s interview possible. To learn more about how to collaborate remotely without missing a frame, and to get your real-time demo of Evercast in action, visit OptimizeYourself.me/evercast Guest Bio: James D. Wilcox, ACE began his editing career in Atlanta, Georgia in 1982. An opportunity with CBS NEWS in Los Angeles moved James to California where he covered events that ranged from Pope John Paul’s U.S. Tour and the 1984 Olympics to the Reagan-Gorbachev Summit. During his tenure at CBS, James produced and edited the Emmy Award-Winning documentary series, “Lip Sync” which exposed the 1991 Milli-Vanilli Grammy scandal. By 1999, James had transitioned into scripted television with a wide variety of shows including: Showtime’s “Soul Food”, FOX’s “Dark Angel”, Comedy Central’s “Reno 911!”, UPN’s “Everybody Hates Chris”, CBS’s “CSI: Miami,” “Hawaii Five-0” and ABC’s “My Wife and Kids” where he began his directing career. In 2016, Wilcox teamed up with Director Mario Van Peebles on “Roots” which was nominated for an Emmy in Outstanding Limited Series. Following the nomination, Wilcox collaborated with director Ron Howard on Nat Geo’s “Genius” which gained two more Emmy nominations for Outstanding Limited-Series in 2017 and 2018. That January, James took home the ACE Eddie Award for “Best Edited Miniseries or Motion Picture for Television” for his work on “Genius: Einstein.” More recent work by James includes the Netflix series “Raising Dion” starring Michael B. Jordan, as well as the pilot of “Filthy Rich” directed by Tate Taylor (“The Help”, “Ma”) which premieres this year on FOX Television. Currently, James is working again with Ron Howard and Imagine Entertainment, cutting Netflix’s “Hillbilly Elegy” (due for release in 2020). James is an active member of the Motion Picture Editors Guild (MPEG), the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Picture Editors Peer Group, American Cinema Editors, and The Directors Guild of America. On his craft, James has said, “I strive to be the best and tell the story I’d pay to see. When I edit, I won’t settle for just good enough.” Show Credits: This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel. The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).

#004 In this episode I sit down with James Pierce who has a lot of experience in many different aspects of business. James has started several blogs of his own and is currently working to build traffic to his main blog, FromClickToSale.In the episode, we discuss how James has been able to grow a fairly large following in just two months of using Twitter and what is doing to get those followers off of Twitter and onto a platform of his own, his blog.We also discuss:Cheese Curds (#Wisconsin #GoBrewers!)Why James chose Twitter to start growing an audienceGetting outside your comfort zone when getting onlineHow James' experience in the freelancing world has prepared him for his own businessAnd much more!I had a lot of fun chatting with James on this episode. If you haven't done so already, make sure you go follow James on Twitter (@FromClickToSale) and go check out his blog.All the show notes and links discussed on this episode can be found over on my website: https://ninefivepocast.com/episode4 If you enjoyed this episode or any of the other episodes on the Nine-Five Podcast, make sure you leave a review on iTunes. Your reviews go a LONG way in making the podcast a success.

On the Full Soul Nutrition Podcast, Caitie (a Registered Dietitian, Registered Yoga Teacher, and Group Fitness Instructor) and James (a Certified Personal Trainer, Registered Yoga Teacher, and actor) explore emerging trends and current events related to nutrition and wellness. Their perspectives and analyses are informed by the principles of Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size. Their conversations are also inspired by their experiences (as health and wellness professionals, and as human beings). Episode Outline: --- 2:05 LISTENER Q+A: Thoughts on Intermittent Fasting? --- 5:00 - Caitie’s elevator pitch on IF --- 13:50 - The marshmallow test --- 16:30 - What are the goals? ** See Episode 06: Intermittent Fasting for more info in this topic** EMERGING TREND: VIRTUAL FITNESS --- 21:10 - James’ mixed feelings --- 25:20 - Caitie discusses the benefits --- 29:30 - Are there excuses not to move? --- 31:40 - Why James isn’t currently teaching --- 34:44 - Caitie’s experience teaching during the pandemic CURRENT EVENT: BODY IMAGE IN THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY --- 40:33 - Why this conversation? --- 42:46 - James talks intersection of their queerness with their ED --- 46:46 - Why isn’t the gay make community fat-accepting? --- 54:40 - Thoughts on straight, cis women working with LGBTQ+ clients & tools for people working on body acceptance in the LGBTQ+ community RESOURCES: @neda #Pride2020 (or @jamesissmiling) for James’ interweaves with the National Eating Disorder Association for Pride Month @transfolxfightingeds @allgendernutrition CONNECT: Instagram: @full.soul.nutrition E-mail: info@fullsoulnutrition.com Caitie's Instagram: @caitiecrd James's Instagram: @jamesissmiling *Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment/educational purposes only. Anything discussed on this podcast is NOT a substitute for individualized medical or mental health advice*

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bengreenfieldfitness.com/lostart           I first interviewed today's guest, immersive journalist James Nestor, about "freediving" in the episode: It was such an exciting and intriguing show that afterwards, I wound up traveling all the way to Ft. Lauderdale to take a freediving course, which absolutely changed my life (you can learn more about that in my episode with Ted Harty: ).           Today James is back to talk about something we all do 25,000 times a day, yet most of us do it incorrectly or haven't even begun to tap into its lost art. That's right. I'm talking about your breath.           In his new book "", James travels the world to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it. The answers aren’t found in pulmonology labs, as we might expect, but in the muddy digs of ancient burial sites, secret Soviet facilities, New Jersey choir schools, and the smoggy streets of São Paulo. Nestor tracks down men and women exploring the hidden science behind ancient breathing practices like Pranayama, Sudarshan Kriya, and Tummo and teams up with pulmonary tinkerers to scientifically test long-held beliefs about how we breathe.           Modern research is showing us that making even slight adjustments to the way we inhale and exhale can jump-start athletic performance; rejuvenate internal organs; halt snoring, asthma, and autoimmune disease; and even straighten scoliotic spines. None of this should be possible, and yet it is.           Drawing on thousands of years of medical texts and recent cutting-edge studies in pulmonology, psychology, biochemistry, and human physiology, James turns the conventional wisdom of what we thought we knew about our most basic biological function on its head. You will never breathe the same again after hearing this podcast.         During our discussion, you'll discover:           -The breath work protocol James uses to begin his day...7:41         -Why James views breath as the "missing pillar" of health...9:55         -What James views as the "dis-evolution" of breathing...14:15         -The truly awful effects of mouth breathing...18:38         -The unusual connection between the clitoris and the nose...24:11         -How the left and right nostril activate the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems...27:44         -Healthy breathing practices of Native American and indigenous S. American populations...30:50         -Changes James made in his lifestyle after writing his book...37:06           -What other cultures and religions can teach us regarding the ideal pace of breathing...47:08           -Tibetan "rites" that help expand the lungs and diaphragm...56:47         -The Tummo method of breathing...1:06:30           -How to biohack your breath work...1:09:55           Episode sponsors: Kion Flex, Butcher Box, Thrive Market, Comrade Socks bengreenfieldfitness.com/lostart

You are the key to your own growth. How does that statement make you feel? What thoughts come up? Your immediate thoughts and feelings surrounding this statement do not have to be your reality. James Williams is a High Performance Coach and is dedicated to the study of growth mindset. As you move towards the next level of your business and look at scaling, you will likely experience feelings of fear and excitement. Those two particular emotions are very closely related however and one will push you forward while the other will pull you back. James dives into the neural pathways that are formed in our brains as we create habits of thought and expression. He then shares how you can reprogram your brain to view the world with less fear and more excitement. We have so little time on this Earth, but if you want to take back more of it, then you need to start practicing the ability to stay present in the moment. The past has already occurred and you should learn from it, and the future isn’t here yet. Your future is fluid. What matters is the present moment and how you feel right now. This conversation was deeply insightful and I can honestly say that practicing gratitude and making it a point to be in the here and now has changed my life. Don’t let fear hold you back from your goals, dreams, and desires. Stay present and focus on the wins you experience each day!    In this Episode: [00:21] Learn what actually happens inside your body as you move to the next level of business. [02:10] James shares a bit about his background and his role in I Heart My Life. [05:00] Why James has focused on the inner workings of the body with regard to performance. [07:23] What is happening in the moment where you know that you’re pulled to do something but the fear is there? [11:45] Learn what happens when you focus on the benefits. [13:00] How do you keep moving forward when challenges pop up? [17:21] Use subjective insertion to flip the switch on negative neural pathways. [21:33] Why you need to be willing to grow and change. [25:53] Does gratitude really impact our brains and our performance? [31:50] Connect with James.   Links & Resources: Subscribe to the Podcast: I Heart My Life Show on Apple Podcasts I Heart My Life Show on Spotify   Connect with James: The Growth Edge The Growth Edge Community Growth Freebies James on Facebook James on Instagram James on LinkedIn   Connect with Emily: I Heart My Life Website I Heart My Life on Instagram I Heart My Life on Facebook I Heart My Life on LinkedIn Email: info@iheartmylife.com Book a Call   Quotes: “The feeling of fear is very very similar to the feeling of excitement. It’s that little, down in your solar plexus in the top of your stomach you get that kind of feeling… but depending on how you perceive that, it could be for or it could be excitement.” - James Williams “When you feel and see exactly what is going to happen. When you commit to stepping into that normal, to stepping into, with courage, a journey that is scary. When you go into that with a very clear feeling of what the benefits are going to be, there is your motivation.” - James Williams “I think that’s growth mindset is never feeling like there’s an end.” - James Williams “What’s the point of us doing all of this unless we’re actually enjoying the moment?” - Emily Williams

Today on the Manifestation Babe Podcast I have a very special episode for you where I am interviewing my dear friend and mentor, James Wedmore!   You have heard me raving and roaring about all the amazing ways James inspires me and everyone around him, I knew I needed to bring his perspective into the Manifestation Babe podcast so you can get a glimpse into his incredible wisdom!   On today’s episode we dive deep into all things business and manifestation. One of the first ways James and I connected was our passion and obsession with manifestation and its integration with business. As a multi 7-figure CEO, James continues to skyrocket his business growth and manifestation happens to be the sneaky trick he’s hiding up his sleeve. We talk about James’ first experience with manifestation and how he began to incorporate it into his business. James also opens up about his 12 year journey that went from the lows of depression and overuse of adderall , to now being a multi-7 figure Digital CEO running a team of 20.   This is BY FAR my favorite Manifestation Babe podcast episode I’ve ever recorded and I’m confident you’ll feel the same way! Make sure you screenshot this episode and share it with a friend and tag us both so we can see how much you’re loving it!    In This Episode You Will Learn:    James experience with depression & adderall (11:45) Why James believes money won’t make you happy (16:00) Why changing your perspective changes your life (22:17) James’ experience with “Your Success Is Inevitable” (27:10) How James overcame his fear of flying (30:05) James’ first experience with manifestation (36:59) Personality types and what they can teach you (65:12) The combo between manifestation and business (70:13)  Questions We Answer:    Who is James Wedmore? - (8:20) How do you feel abundant with no money? (20:50) Why does clarity come from action? (50:39) What is the biggest mistake business owners make? (57:28) Why do people believe they need permission? (58:59)   Links/Resources Business By Design w/ James Wedmore  Follow James on Instagram! Mind Your Business Podcast w/ James Wedmore  The RISE of the Digital CEO  The Morning Manifesters Journal For Massive Momentum, Motivation & Magic Manifestationbabe.com/links Follow me on Instagram  Join our Manifestation Babe community!  Visit our website!

David Tyler lives here in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. David is the person who introduced me to James Bain. James was arrested at age 19 as a suspect in a horrible crime, which you’ll learn about in a few minutes. He was convicted for that crime, and sentenced to prison. He spent 35 years in prison as part of his punishment for that crime. James was released from prison on December 17, 2009. David figured out how to get in touch with him, and invited him to a Tampa Bay Buccaneers football game. They've been close friends ever since. What’s interesting about this is the story behind WHY James was released. It’s not because he finished his prison sentence, or because he convinced the parole board that he was ready to enter society again. James was released because after he had spent 35 years in prison, DNA evidence cleared him of being connected with the crime. He was innocent. It’s kind of hard for me to even wrap my mind around being out of normal society for 35 years. I mean, that was the mid 1970s. No one had computers, no one had cell phones. Even a lot of televisions being sold then were still just black and white. So you can imagine it was quite a revelation for James when he was released and saw how the world and technology had changed over 35 years. David introduced me to James a few months ago, at the 10 year anniversary of the day James was released from prison. I asked him if he would like to come on the podcast and tell his story. I hope you enjoy it.

Show NotesYou’ve probably heard of the saying “growth and change lies outside of your comfort zone”, and this is true for our careers too. To advance in our careers, we need to do things that we are not comfortable with, whether that’s standing up and presenting at a large meeting, saying yes to a project that scares us, or perhaps even pushing a little bit more than usual, and relocating to a new city or even country for a public health experience you wouldn’t have otherwise gotten.On this episode of PH SPOTlight, Sujani sits down with one of her mentors and someone who has pushed her to continuously push past her comfort zone, James Flint. James has worked in public health at the international, national and local levels with several governmental and non-governmental organizations around the world. We talk to James about pushing past our comfort zones and we hear about some of the decisions he has made to do so, from turning down permanent job offers to moving his family across the world, all of which have been driven by his “why question for his life”. As someone who is passionate about social justice, he really wanted to craft a career where it gave him opportunities to help other people…and that’s the reason he’s constantly pushing past his comfort zone.James has constantly been an inspiration for Sujani’s public health career, and she hopes to bring that inspiration to you as well! We hope that this conversation with James leaves you inspired to think about how you too can push past your comfort zone in your public health career so that you can keep growing and serving.You’ll LearnHow James is constantly thinking about pushing past his comfort zone and doing things differently.That you don’t need to make drastic changes or decisions to push past your comfort zone.How his “why” drives his life and career choices.Two examples of how James pushed past his comfort zone, and what he was thinking during both of these times:Why James turned down a permanent and safe job the day before he was supposed to start so that he could take on a temporary post that offered more scope for international work.Why James decided to try out the STOP Polio mission even though he didn’t know anything about polio or the country he was going to be based in.Why someone might be reluctant to push the boundary on their career, get out of their comfort zone and really challenge themselves.That everyone feels incompetent from time-to-time, and that it’s common to have those feelings.As a manager, James’s approach to hiring.About some of the work he is doing in Australia (and his work with the WHO). (Stick around to the very end to listen to this part.)Support the show (http://www.phspot.ca/signup)

This week on the PRmoment podcast, we've got Jo Carr, co-founder, and chief client officer at Hope&Glory. Hope&Glory was co-founded by Jo Carr and James Gordon-MacIntosh in 2011. It now has a fee income of circa £8.5 million, employs about 80 people and grew by 25% in 2019. [00:01:26] How Jo originally wanted to be a journalist or work in advertising. [00:03:33] How Jo was originally a corpsumer PR person and made the switch to consumer relatively late in her career. [00:08:15] Jo talks about the importance of being able to be yourself at work: “I'm a big believer that you should be the same person at work as you are at home". [00:09:30] Why Jo's time at QBO Bell Pottinger was such an important time of her career. [00:11:43] Whether the relatively painful merger of QBO and Bell Pottinger Consumer has had an influence on Jo not wanting to sell Hope&Glory so far?[00:14:57] How Jo meeting James Gordon-MacIntosh was a career-defining bit of luck. [00:17:11] Jo tells us how it felt being the new kid at 77PR – joining an established management team of Alan Twigg and James Gordon-MacIntosh. [00:18:32] How James, Alan and Jo approached Omnicom to try and do an MBO of 77PR, but got knocked back. [00:20:33] Why once you've thought about creating your own agency, it's very hard to put the "genie back into the bottle". [00:21:18] Why James and Jo decided to get backing from Lansons Communications when they launched Hope&Glory. [00:22:37] What it was like starting Hope&Glory with literally no clients! [00:25:50] How Hope&Glory won 02 just a couple of months after starting. [00:27:08] Why James’s and Jo's skills complement each other. [00:30:24] What advice does Jo have for any budding PR entrepreneurs out there? [00:36:53] How has Hope&Glory managed to hold on to so many large consumer accounts for such a prolonged period? [00:39:39] Why agencies don't want to "be a leaky bucket". [00:40:22] How Hope&Glory has improved its margins in recent years. [00:45:00] What's the plan for the next stage of Hope&Glory? Why James and Jo can't make all the decisions anymore. [00:46:34] Are independent agencies currently more fun, more flexible, and perhaps a bit easier to lead than their group-owned peers?

At the age of 17, James Aspey was diagnosed with leukaemia and given six weeks to live. Over the next 3 years, he fought to survive, which he did. He emerged from that battle with a new appreciation of life and a personal understanding of suffering. During his treatment he'd gained 23kg and after being given the all clear he began, with the help of a trainer to get his weight and fitness back on track. Inspired by the help he'd got James became a personal trainer too. It was whilst on a cruise ship working as a PT that James met a man that would completely change the path of his life. He began to question some of the things he'd always believed about food and health and embarked on a journey that would lead him first to giving up eating animals, then to giving up his voice for animals and finally, to what he does today, speaking all over the world about animals and veganism. His words are visceral and provocative, his message is hard to hear...but more and more people are listening, and that's why I asked James to come on the show. If you want to get some lessons from a master speaker, with a heartfelt message that is influencing people across the globe to make a major shift in their life and beliefs...then listen to this show...but be warned... at times you may find what James says disturbing and challenging. What we talk about: What James found out that changed the course of his life. Why we should care about what we eat. The benefits of a vegan diet. How James coped having a year without uttering a word. Why it's important for speakers to focus on understanding and addressing potential objections and how James does it. Why James believes education is the best way to influence people and how he does it. How James tailors his message for different audiences Why we sometimes need to shock to create change How being Vegan can help you grow as a communicator Why Tofu is one of the most underrated foods of all time! Why humour is so powerful, especially when your message is serious! How James puts his talks together, for maximum attention and impact. What James considers to be the most important point of his speeches. James' secret to becoming a great speaker. James' secret to business success. All things James: @JamesAspey https://www.jamesaspey.com.au Other Resources* The Power by Rhonda Byrne The World Peace Diet by Dr Will Tuttle Eternal Treblinka by Charles Patterson   https://www.mystorywizard.com https://www.standoutpitch.com https://www.thespeakingclub.com/masterclass Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts:                                                  leave a comment below. Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and review really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes. *(please note if you use my link I get a small commission, but this does not affect your payment)  

The debt-free story of James and Cathy isn’t your typical “we saved money and hustled to get out of debt “ story.  It’s a bit more complicated than that.  It’s also a debt-busting strategy that isn’t for the weak. After paying off close to $60,000 in loans, credit cards, and student loans, they switched to a high-paying strategy known as the Velocity Banking to pay off their house early. Tune in if you are looking for a non-traditional way to pay off debt along with the practical steps you need to make sure you stay on the “paid” side of credit.  Cathy St. Louis is a Mom and blogger who works from home and blogs about simplicity and a debt-free lifestyle. You can follow her and James’  journey on their website and Instagram.   WHAT YOU WILL LEARN  What caused James and Cathy to make the shift to debt crushers Why Catchy and James decided to trade in a car to save on expenses and continue their debt journey How to manage debt when one partner is a big spender Why ego is a big part of the issue with overspender Getting a good deal on your car trade-in Building a sales cushion while paying off debt Using bigger sums of money (like a bonus or tax refund) to pay off debt Cathy and James’ unique strategy of using the HELOC to pay off a debt off fast Why James and Cathy chose to use the Velocity Banking method in the first place How they invested in Velocity Banking without getting   RESOURCES MENTIONED What is Private Mortgage Insurance? Bankrate Velocity Banking Calculator   THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks for tuning in to us on The His & Her Money Show. If you have any comments or questions about today’s episode, please let us know your thoughts in the comment section below. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post.

‘Money is our biggest obstacle in life’… if you have been feeling this way, take a deep breath, and prepare, because your struggle days may come to an end today. Sometimes it’s a bit complicated to end a troubled relationship with money, but it’s never too late. Today we are learning all about wholesaling and how you can do it regardless of any credit, income or job. Our today’s guest wants to help every real estate wholesaler to scale his or her business up to 7 figures, and if you are wondering how, it’s time to meet James Hodges. After traveling doing mission work around the world with his wife for 3 years, James began his entrepreneurial journey as a personal trainer, and soon realized that real estate wholesaling was his biggest passion. Within his first year in business, James made $1.1 million in profit along with his partner and found out that they were more productive and effective when they focused on something specific, so they stopped expanding on other areas and started specializing and becoming experts on wholesaling deals exclusively.  In this episode, James shares with us how wholesaling can and will take time, effort and money, but the more consistent you are with your goals, the faster you will achieve them. James knows exactly the true value that wholesalers bring to their clients, how to track and measure results of the activities you make to scale your business up, and why creating marketing systems for real estate investors, like his mentorship program REI Game Changers, is essential. “The biggest mistake most people make when starting a business venture is underestimating the level of action that it is going to take in order to succeed.” - James Hodges   Podcast summary: (02:39) - The Wholesale Genius and the three primary ways to close a wholesale deal. (07:46) - The volume-focus ratio: becoming an expert at making a lot of money. (11:25) - James on how to get started: learn and take action. (15:30) - Investing money, effort and time to get started and James’ secret to doing it right. (19:46) - From zero to 2 million: how James’ life exponentially changed when he entered the wholesaling market. (23:45) - On agents and silver plate deals: why you won’t be talking too much to agents in wholesaling. (27:52) - Why James advises you to be consistent and to track your results if you want to scale. (30:36) - Marketing avenues and James’ choice for the starting wholesaler. (36:11) - James’ first income hack: one Facebook funnel and a 2,500 USD return. (41:59) - Setting goals, resetting mindsets and sending letters to yourself: James’ achievements in his income hacker journey. (44:36) - How James started a wholesaling business with 1000 USD in his pocket and made millions in 18 months. (46:13) - Rejecting oblivion and leaving a legacy, this is why James does this.   Connect with James Follow James on Instagram Follow James’ Business Facebook Page  REI Game Changers Official Website    Episode Resources The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone Think And Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

Todays guest joining us on the Join Up Dots podcast is a man who I am truly delighted to get to speak to. When you start a show like Join Up Dots, you hope with all your heart that the words, and advice will make a difference to someone, somewhere across the world. Someone will listen and think just like I did many years ago, "I think I can do this and make a go of it" Well todays guest did that and after leaving the following review on iTunes I looked to get him on the show to start joining up the dots of his life. As he says "Listening to this podcast week in, week out has given me the confidence to take the plunge and set up my own business. My only regret.. I wish I  had done it sooner! The guidance, tips and advice offered by David has been invaluable and I can only attribute the success I've had with my business to the valuable wisdom provided in these podcasts." But how has he done it? After leaving the university of Birmingham with a bachelors of science, he began for a period of six years working for a series of financial advising companies around the Bristol area of the UK As he says "After leaving University I decided on a change of direction. I completed a financial planning graduate programme with one of the UK's largest financial advice networks and have worked in the financial services profession ever since. Then I worked in several financial advisory firms, big and small, learning what works and what doesn't. My areas of expertise include working with small business owners, self-employed consultants & contractors, as well as professionals such as lawyers, solicitors and accountants." And now with his own company and his expanding team of colleagues he is really starting to see what I say in every episode. So what was the moment when he thought "Ok, its time to get going and do my own thing?" And what was the hardest part...getting his mindset going himself, or convincing his colleagues to start working with him and his fledgling enterprise? Well lets find out as we bring onto the show to start joining up dots, with the one and only James Mackay Show Highlights During the show we discussed such weight subjects with James Mackay such as: James shares how he loves creating the goals of financial freedom for his guests, not simply advising on what to do with their money. We talk about the process of deciding on what the business is going to be for the founders. Why create a business that becomes a nightmare. James reveals how he was willing to put the effort into his business at the beginning, but knew that he had to hold himself back from burnout. And lastly................. Why James and his partner believe that you should only do what you truly love doing and outsource the rest. How To Connect With James Mackay Website Facebook Twitter Linkedin Return To The Top Of James Mackay If you enjoyed this interview with James Mackay why not check out other inspiring interviews like Clint Arthur, Lunden DeLeon and Jack Canfield Or of course you can check out thousands of podcast interviews in our archives here Interview Transcription For James Mackay Interview David Ralph 0:01 Once upon a time, there was a guy with a dream a dream, which is Jobs himself online and have a kick ass life working when he wanted him where he wanted across the world. Little did he know that dream would lead him into a world of struggle, burnout and debt. Until he found the magic ingredient and knows drunk was became a thing of the past, of course, was bad person. And now My dream is to make things happen. BU Welcome to Join Up Dots. Intro 0:31 When we're young, we have an amazing positive outlook about how great life is going to be but somewhere along the line we forget to dream and end up settling. Join Up Dots features amazing people who refuse to give up and chose to go after their dreams. This is your blueprint for greatness. So here's your host live from the back of his garden in the UK, David Ralph. David Ralph 0:56 Yes, I love it. Good morning, everybody. Good morning, and welcome to Join Up Dots welcome to a very special episode because this guy is a guy who kind of connected through the world of virtual life. And I tried to hunt him down by making a play on an episode. And Ben he just sort of walked out of the woodwork and and he was there anyway. So um, he's on the show and he's a guest joining us on the podcast, as he is a man who has, as I say, I'm truly delighted to get to speak to when you start a show like Join Up Dots you hope with all your heart, but the words and advice will make a difference to someone somewhere across the world. Someone will listen and think just like I did many years ago, I think I can do this. I think I could make a go of it. Well, today's guest did that. And after leaving the following review on iTunes, I looked to get him on the show to start joining up the dots of his life. As he said, listening to this podcast week in week out has given me the confidence to take the plunge and set up my own business My only regret. I wish I had done it sooner. The guidance tips and advice offered by David has been invaluable and I can only attribute the success I've had With my business Ted a valuable wisdom provided in these podcast me, but how has he done it? After leaving the University of Birmingham with a Bachelor's of Science he began for a period of six years working for a series of financial advising companies around the Bristol area of the UK and as he says, After leaving university, I decided on a change of direction I completed a financial planning Graduate Programme with one of the UK is largest financial advice network and have worked in the financial services profession ever since. Then, I worked in several financial advisory firms big and small, learning what works and what doesn't. And my areas of expertise include working with small business owners, self employed consultants and contractors as well as professionals, such as lawyers, solicitors, and accountants, and now with his own company, and he's expanding team of colleagues. He's really starting to see and do what I say in every episode. So what was the moment when you thought okay, okay, it's time to get going and do my own thing and What was the hardest part? getting his mindset going himself or convincing his colleagues to start working with him and he's fledgling enterprise? Well, let's find out as we bring on to the show to start joining up with the one and only James McCown. James Mackay 3:15 Good morning James. How are you? Unknown Speaker 3:18 Morning David and I'm really well thank you and what one introduction that was so thank you very much and as well, David Ralph 3:25 yeah, no, you are somebody is rocking and rolling because you've decided but you can do it and you can go out and you've gone into with big one aid. excitable eyes, although when I first spoke to you, you was less than excitable. He was Good morning, David. How are you? And I said, you know, let's perk it up, James that Yeah. James Mackay 3:49 I'm bouncing now. So this is a dreary, dreary, November morning in in Bristol, so maybe that was that's the excuse anyway, that I've got no very really pleased to be on the show. And yeah, thank you for doing what you do. Listen to most episodes, and I've kind of tracked you for, for quite a while. And yeah, it's been fascinating. Wow, David Ralph 4:13 thank you so much. And that's the end of me that let's move on to you. Because one of the things I want you to understand James is about those clouds. It's not dreary. And if you increase your altitude, Ben, it's always happy. Somebody said this to me once and I say a lot on the show because it's true. But jet pilots only have sunny days, because they're higher up. And so if we raise our sort of expertise and our standards, it's always going to be sunny in our life. Isn't it always a naive point of view as you are ploughing into growing your new business? James Mackay 4:48 No, absolutely. I think I think you're right. It's all in the mind, isn't it at the end of the day. I'm not really miserable, even though I think I maybe just had too much of a late night but yes, absolutely ready figure. David Ralph 5:02 Right? So let's talk about you because this this is fascinating. And as I say, I wanted you on the show and I set out my network to find you and then you just kind of bumbled into my life anyway. So it was it was brilliantly easy. So you were, are you interested? This is the key point to me, because I would be bored, stupid doing what you're doing, because I just haven't got regulation in my blood. I like to cut corners. I like to make things happen. And I know with the FSA as it used to be in whatever it is now. There's restrictions all the way around, does working in financial industries excite you and interest you or is it a job? James Mackay 5:45 Well, some people think financial advice can be boring. Yes, I understand that. But I mean, if I flip it in terms of you know your analogy a minute ago in terms of mindset, I mean, the things that we concentrate on Suppose the outcomes that we deliver for people and I don't think those are boring. So for you know, for example, you know, helping people build wealth faster to hit financial freedom or retirement sooner or giving people peace of mind that they know if anything happens to them, you know, their family will be taken care of. So, you know, if we really drill down on what we do, as much as you know, the legislation, the regulation, tax, all these kind of things, they can't they can be boring, yeah. But putting everything together and, and delivering those things. And, you know, most human beings want security, they want freedom, and and we kind of help them achieve that in in one way or another another So, so no, I don't find it that boring actually. I quite enjoy it. You know, you learn a huge amount about various different People who learn about their storeys that businesses what they want to get out of life and, and if you can be a small part of of helping them along their journey. I think it's, you know, it's a great profession personally, but I can see why I was boring. David Ralph 7:17 Yeah, no, but I agree with everything you said there. Because you know, in in that regard we're no different because I hopefully inspire people to do it. I'm actually I changed 360 recently and for the first three or four years of Join Up Dots, it was all about global domination, it was all about growth. And now I'm I'm fascinated with anti scale and I was on a podcast episode yesterday being interviewed. And I'm fascinated about how can you make the smallest business possible so that when you open your email, you've only got interested customers, you haven't got all the rubbish by blasting it out. Now we've yourself, obviously you've got to start getting customers. And as I say, constantly on Join Up Dots. Most people start a business because they think, Oh, I'm good at this thing, but then they suddenly realise there's a lot of other things that I need to be good at, or at least possible at the start getting the ball rolling, that one thing is just not enough. How did you do it? How did you go from saying, let's start this business to getting the first customer through the door? James Mackay 8:28 Good question. Actually, we, we spent a long time planning that this is I should also say, I've got a co co director, Chris. And also I better give a shout out to him. So we've kind of planned it together. But we, we we started off the business really with an idea of what we didn't want to be, I suppose. So I think a lot of people, rightly in many cases, think of advisors This kind of middle aged men in shiny suits that that talk, you know, talk a load of jargon filled language and the world of finance can be made simple, or it can be made extremely complex. And I think it's over complicated in a lot of areas and we wanted to simplify everything. So we have a bit of a saying sort of, you know, do it in crayon, where people can, you know, really understand, you know, concepts, whether it's you have to do with investments or whatever it is. So we kind of that was that was that was one that was one of the reasons we kind of the idea was was was born about I think also financial services, broadly. isn't the most highly trusted profession. I think we're probably somewhere between, I don't know, estate agents and car salesman with with respective professions. And yeah, exactly. And so we want and so we wanted we were really wanted to be a business that was the highest of honesty and integrity. And that was a, you know, a non negotiable. So, you know, we we think of that as having sort of the family test, you know, is the advice that we give to each of our clients the advice that we would give to a member of our family. And those big firms and banks can't can't say that they do that I don't think, David Ralph 10:24 well, I used to work for NatWest bank, I'm going to give him a name check, because they're not really around anymore in that West Bank. And we used to just sell stuff because we could sell it. Well, there wasn't any sort of qualms about it the customer needed or anything back in the 80s. It was just a tick box culture of Yeah, there's a few sales get down the pub in the afternoon and that was it, you know, you just did it. So it is brilliant, how it has become regulated as well. But one of the things that I was interested in, what you were saying is how you and your partner decided on what type of business you wanted. Become It can become a nightmare. So many people plough into it, they go into the scale by go for the financial rewards but then realised by never leaving their office. They're working incredibly long hours. And to be honest, they might as well have stayed at work, working for somebody else leaving at five o'clock. I mean, going back to it the next day. Did you have those kind of discussions about Yes, we want it to be like this. We want to provide the freedom for ourselves and not just our customers. James Mackay 11:29 Exactly that I mean, you hit the nail on the head, you know, we spend our time, our time helping people live, you know, live their lives by design. And it would be a bit hypocritical if we weren't to do the same. So we had an idea of what we wanted to build we we don't want our business to to scale to some dizzying heights and take on the world. We want to remain pretty small, pretty nimble. Look after people really well and and specialise in what we do as well, I think that's important. So for any business to actually find your, your target market and and and, you know, go deep on that rather than be all things to all people. David Ralph 12:17 Yeah if you go niche you get rich and I spend a lot of time now, as I say working with people because we we've got a business coaching platform going deeper and deeper. And when I started doing it, I thought I was going deep. But now every time I train somebody, we go even deeper and we find the rewards greater because quite simply, there's less competition. Now with yourself James, being the sexy individual you are. Are you the kind of person that can seduce people into your office because it's still you? You didn't answer it really James, you didn't answer it. So I'm going to come at it from a different way. Yeah, how did you get that first customer to go? Yes, this company's only been around two minutes but I'm gonna trust them How did you do that? James Mackay 13:11 Really it was first first customer was a family member in all honesty but I'll but I'll wipe that aside is getting out there oh no why David Ralph 13:21 why would you want that? Because that is that is a customer you know you are targeting people that need your help and I think so many people make the mistake of thinking, Okay, I'm in London I need clients from you know New York but actually you need the next door neighbour you need to personally in the next room. James Mackay 13:39 Oh, yeah, exactly. I was gonna open so cuz I didn't answer your question. But really, for me, it's getting out there and meet meeting people. And I think when you get out there and meet people in your local area, let your local community whether it's networking, I still I still attempt to play rugby although my body's trying to stop me, and, and and, you know, meeting people and if you know if they kind of learn a little bit about you learn a little bit about your business, understand what we do differently, then a lot of people are quite interested, and whether that's luck or judgement, I'm not sure that we've had a really David Ralph 14:22 so where's the difference in James? where's where's the difference? Well, what would you do that is different because that is what, you know, benefits and services aren't sexy. But the difference is what makes a difference in what you do, how you create the vision of what somebody is going to get how their life is going to change. How do you express that difference to them? James Mackay 14:46 Yeah, well, expressing it is one thing really, we've tried to show them so we try and put we try and put their numbers into into pictures really. Which sounds like a strange concept. We can show them using a few different tools that we have financial planning software and all these kinds of things. And really we can put in someone's you know, financial life understand what they want their future to look like. And we can show them whether they're online on track to achieve it or not, and if not what they have to do to course correct. What are the things that they can do today to achieve what they want to do, whether it's, you know, becoming financially independent and retiring at 5560 whether it's travelling the world, whether it's, can they afford to spend more now and not put so much weight for the future. So, really, we we focus much more on the big picture of our clients financial lives, because people don't really have financial goals in my experience. They have they have life goals with financial implications, and so we focus on far more about their life. Well, they're trying to achieve and answering, you know, the, the big picture questions that they have. And I think we take away a lot of people walk around with sort of a burden of, you know, uncertainty and worry about the future. And I think we help, you know, we take that off their shoulders to some extent, by doing what we do. So, we do we do to, you know, things quite different from the norm of, you know, just catching up having a cup of tea and chatting about what the investment markets has done recently, and I think that's, that's one of the biggest things that we found our clients have really sold on Well, that's different. We really want to do that. So yeah. David Ralph 16:44 Yeah, because that sexy time isn't it? The vision is sexy time I had a guest on the show. I lady can't remember the name but like me, but she was a financial person in America. And she basically said to people, it's not about having lots of money in the bank account is about having experiences, what do you what do you want most from and let's try and bring that into your life. And I think but yes, I want to support my kids, but I don't want to support my kids, if it means that I'm not having a good life, you know, basically, I want to go out travelling when I want, I want to go your way with a wife when I want. And then when I die, I say to the kids, look, there's there's a bit of money for you. But I've had a bloody good time. And it was all my effort. That's where I think it is. And that's what I think a lot of people fail miserably in your industry, but they're talking about, you know, high interest savings accounts and switching ditch and all the kinds of stuff all important. James Mackay 17:44 Yeah, but it is not boring. Yeah, yeah, absolutely. Yeah, I couldn't agree more. And understanding what you want to do. Some people some people know that like you know yourself you want to sort of you know, you're only here once you want to live depending on the beliefs that You know, most people only only here once and want to make the most of it. And, and I think, you know, having the knowledge of what that means, you know what you really want to do what you we often we often ask a question to, to two people to stay if they're struggling to really, you know, if they're just Well, I want to retire at this sort of age. We say, Well, you know, if you were, if you were struggling, health wise, if you didn't have that long to go, what would you regret not doing? And that is it's a difficult question to ask and it's an even more difficult question to answer. But often that you know, asking yourself that can really help you understand some of the some of the things that you would really love to do. You know, I think I think you know, you know, we don't we don't often give ourselves time. to really think about the future, think about what we're trying to get out of life. And, and, and really sitting down and having a think about those sorts of things. Like you may or may not have done, but by the sounds that you've kind of, you know, you have a good idea in terms of what you want to what you want to get out of life. And that's the first that's the first part of what we do. I think. David Ralph 19:21 I know my biggest regret in life will be, but I haven't seen every part of this world. You know, when I go on road trips, and when I go travelling, and you get a bit tired people always say to me, oh, why don't you have a keep in the back? You know, and I always think to myself, no, because I'm going to miss out on seeing, you know, it's something that I will never see again and I want to absorb this planet, because I think that ability to, to, you know, wonder the world with freedom. That's the thing that excites me so much, but actually, when I die, I think I haven't seen Greenland. I haven't seen this. I haven't Same bat. I think that is where the experiences of what you're talking about, come into my life big time, how do I channel my money, and my time and we're going to come to that straight after these words, we're going to talk about money in time. He's, Jim Carrey 20:14 my father could have been a great comedian, but he didn't believe that that was possible for him. And so he made a conservative choice. Instead, he got a safe job as an accountant. And when I was 12 years old, he was let go from that safe job. And our family had to do whatever we could to survive. I learned many great lessons from my father, not the least of which was that you can fail at what you don't want. So you might as well take a chance on doing what you love. David Ralph 20:41 Now, one of the things he says in there is do anything you can basically to get it going. Now I speak to so many people, James, and I'd literally want to shake them because I know they're not willing to do the hard work and everything that is great in life takes time. takes time. It takes effort. It takes sleepless nights it takes investment. Did you know in your heart of hearts that you had that effort that you were really going to make a go for it go with it? James Mackay 21:14 short answer is yes. Yeah. I, I've always wanted to run a business. I've always been really interested in business. And I've always kind of I probably, if anything, I've kind of overworked rather than underworked, and sometimes I like patients, which is which is often a sign that you know, you're you know, you're ambitious and you came to came to do different things in life and achieve different things in life. So, yes, I'm certainly one of those people. I don't know whether it's always a good thing. As a matter of fact, that you're always focusing on, you know, the next the next thing to achieve. I think sometimes you need to appreciate just Kind of where you are what you've got. But yeah, that's me in a nutshell. David Ralph 22:04 I was laying in bed this morning and the alarm went off and me and my wife always have a little cuddle. And it annoys me actually this cuddle and I'm gonna, I'm gonna air it to the world for the podcast. She doesn't listen to me in the house, so you're not going to listen to this. But I like that the alarm goes off. I look at the alarm and I get out of bed because they know I've had my full quota of sleep. But my wife likes to keep on snoozing it so I had to look at the clock but like half hour until she's ready to get up out of bed. She says it's a cuddle but I find it is an inconvenience. Anyway, I've Ed. Why do women not just want to sleep until I can wake up and Ben just jump straight out of bed. James, what's up? James Mackay 22:47 I've got no idea that one that's not my domain. David Ralph 22:53 It's just madness. It's madness. Yeah. But anyhow, I was laying in bed and she bought me a cup of tea this morning. She said what you got on to And I said, Oh, it's best best guys at 10 o'clock in the morning. And then I got about six more later on. And I was saying to you know, it's funny why I constantly look at what needs to be done, because what I've already done is enough. And, you know, this is where my mindset at the moment is on empty scale on knowing that pushing, pushing, pushing doesn't do anything in the long term other than where you are. Now. It does do it to a certain point, you know, you've got to put push an effort in at the beginning, but there's got to be somebody that says to you, which I didn't with me, James, you're looking knackered me You need to have a break. You need to go off on vacation you need to leave this behind. It will be back when you get back. Have you got anyone in there in your life that is your sort of anchor that pulls you back when the James hustle muscle is going too far. James Mackay 24:00 Yes, I do and, and, and sometimes I think that's the best thing that you know, whether it's your other half whether it's your business partner can say to you is is, is, you know, look, you know, you stop and, and chill out whether it's you know, going on a holiday or just having a, you know, an afternoon off or an early night or whatever it is, I think these days as well I think gradually we're, we're moving away from the typical, you know, nine to five work week, you know, with with technology and and, and the gig economy growing and all that kind of thing. And I think I think humans actually work best if we if we kind of works, you know, Sprint work, if that makes sense. And then you know, and then take long periods of long periods of rest, I think, I think the, you know, the slugging it You know, a 1012 plus hours a day. I think that's a bit of a relic of the industrial age and and when you're, you know, trying to be creative or using using your mind i think i think it's probably not that good for you either and you don't you don't do your best work. just slowly trying to battle through and slogan. So the way David Ralph 25:22 I you know I mentioned this because it's so important, it really is important, but when I started Join Up Dots, I know it only sounds like a podcast, you know, and people today, just think that I can launch one and make a success of it. But I was doing literally 20 hours a day, I really was I was working till midnight, and being going to bed, but I couldn't get to sleep. And then I'll probably get to sleep about two o'clock and then I was waking up at six again and going and I look back at pictures of myself now. I look terrible. I look really really terrible and everything was just going to pieces My life, but not one person really said to me, David, there's a different way. They said to me, You should stop. And I was saying, well, I can't stop because I've got to build it, I've got to get it going. But nobody actually said to me, there's a better way. And the better way is walking away, giving yourself two or three days off, and allowing that obstacle that you're pushing against, to come up with a solution. And I play an Oprah Winfrey speech when she says, you know, be quiet, don't think about what you've got to do. Just think about the next right thing. Is your next right being obvious or do you get lost in the process as well? Have you got a plan what you're going to be doing this week or next week? Or do you literally juggle plates as soon as you walk through the door James? James Mackay 26:49 I'm somewhere in the middle. So excuse me, you know, we have a long our long term plan for business personal life and and you know, set some goals but In terms of actually trying to, you know, not be splits spinning too many places you say I do something called a well bit of a morning routine where I plan each day I don't plan a week because things change too quickly so I kind of set you know on a Sunday night I kind of set everything that I want to do this week block out the you know, whether the meetings and then each day I know how much free time I've got and I can I can plan and block out the things I want to achieve in that time. So I think a great book on on this I think is atomic habits by by James clearer than if you've read it. No. You haven't heard of it. It's no no, it's, it's, it's brilliant. And he actually is an American guy. fascinating, fascinating from what you Said I think he'd be really interested in his work. And he, he talks about you know, having it's all it's all well and good having all of these big goals in the future. But really we're a product of our kind of daily habits and sets about how you should use your time most of most efficiently and, and set up your kind of, you know, the big things each day that are going to, you know, help you achieve those goals rather than just saying, you know, I've got to get to x revenue, if you're in a business and running around, chasing your tail, trying to just reach that big goal. He talks about breaking it down, putting it into

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“Nothing great is ever accomplished on your own. There's a team.""Everybody's hard is different.""We didn't have a 100% mindset. We had a 300% mindset.""We will never know the impact that we had because we decided not to quit."What James did after losing his home and all his money (2:35)Secret #1: Do what you say you're going to do (7:50)How to do something that no one believes you can do (8:35)Secret #2: Dream it, work hard, make it happen (11:35)How the law of attraction actually works in real life (11:45)Secret #3: Get out of your own way and "redefine your impossible" (12:10)What happens when you go 100% in on your goal (17:15)Why James keeps doing public speaking even though he doesn't like it (19:35)Secret #4: BE PRESENT. Now is all we really have control over (29:15)Secret #5: Make the choice to show up every single daySecret #6: SOAR: Stress, Optimize, Adapt, and Recover (31:20)What is possible when you combine an incredible vision and an unparalleled work ethic (33:30)Secret #7: Be patient. With a massive amount of urgency (34:15)Secret #8: Be humble. Don't try to do it all on your own (35:03)Where the Iron Cowboy brand came from (35:50)Secret #9: There is no substitute for experience (39:20)Secret #10: Don't be unreachable. Relate to your customers (43:30)Secret #11: Treat every human as a human (46:40)How to create a better experience with your brand immediately (57:20)Secret #12: Know your strengths (57:35)Secret #13: Hire the right people (57:45)James' next huge adventure revealed (1:00:20)Watch Tacoincidence episode VIDEOSYouTube // Including this episode's video version (34:44)InstagramLinks we mention in this episodeIron CowboyIn Our Own Quiet WayDean KarnazesImpact SummitRedefine ImpossibleTacos CDMXFollow JamesInstagramFacebookWebsiteLinkedIn — James LawrenceLinkedIn — Iron Cowboy LLCFollow the Search for the Perfect TacoInstagramYouTubeLinkedInWebsiteFollow Scott PorterLinkedIn About TacoincidenceThis is Tacoincidence — where we learn secrets of breakthrough brand experience from the most brilliant leaders while we’re on the search for the perfect taco. I'm your host, Scott Porter, entrepreneur, brand experience strategist and the taco-obsessed founder of Search for the Perfect Taco.In my lifelong search, I’ve learned the taco experience is even more than crazy good tacos — it’s about real human connection. And Tacoincidence is about discovering how visionary leaders build successful organizations with human experience at the core of their brand’s DNA. Whether it’s with granola bars, electric bikes, software or socks. I wanted to learn why these leaders believe in the power of relationship-based brand experience, what they do to create it and how it’s helped them thrive. All…over tacos.Join the journey on our website — you’re not going to want to miss out on our national taco tour we’re planning! Follow us on social media, subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channel, and tune in every Taco Tuesday for new episodes of Tacoincidence, where we’ll continue to explore the secrets to level-up your brand experience AND your taco game. 

Once you’ve experienced true fear and suffering, it’s hard to ignore the agony and trauma of others.    James Aspey was diagnosed with cancer at only 17 and was told he’d be dead in six weeks if he didn’t start chemotherapy immediately.    After three years of treatment, he’d gained 50 pounds and developed a severe binge eating disorder.    As he worked to find peace and healing through the principles of Vipassana meditation, he was exposed to the realities of the meat and dairy industries.    James made vows to resist the impulses of his bulimia, to never consume animal products again, and to stay silent for 365 days to raise awareness and promote peace over violence.    He joins Dotsie and Alexandra in this episode to share how making the switch has been spiritually liberating and has allowed him to live truly aligned with his values.    You’ll hear how he broke out of his food addiction, his tips for transitioning to veganism, and why it’s so important to be part of animal activism outside of your personal plate.    What we discuss in this episode:   - The article recently published in a New York university’s Women’s and Gender Studies journal that’s calling out the sexual abuse of dairy cows   - James’s story of being diagnosed with cancer at 17 and dealing with three years of treatment   - How eating out of boredom and a need for pleasure led to a serious binge eating disorder   - How a Vipassana meditation course and a book by Jennifer Taitz gave James the tools he needed to break free from his bulimia    - Why James took a vow of silence, a vow to stop purging, and a vow to never consume animal products again   - James’s tips for anyone wanting to cut animal products out of their life   - The four must-watch documentaries James recommends if you want to understand the importance of going vegan: Forks Over Knives, What the Health, Cowspiracy, and Dominion   - Why it’s important to have compassion for people who have been socialized to reject plant-based diets, and how to be empathetic to anyone who has yet to make the switch   - If you want to liberate animals you must first liberate yourself: Hear how to free yourself by accepting negative sensations    - Follow James on Facebook at @JamesAspeyActivism, on YouTube at James & Carly, on Instagram at @jamesaspey, and on his website at jamesaspey.com.au.   Connect with Switch4Good   - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg   - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/   - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/   - Twitter: https://twitter.com/SwitchForGood   - Website: switch4good.org

James Maskell (@mrjamesmaskell) is the founder of Functional Forum, the world’s largest integrative medicine conference and KNEW Health, a transformation alternative health-sharing insurance model. He’s health advocate and entrepreneur, that’s spent a decade encouraging a shift from conventional western medicine toward a wellness-centered, functional medicine model—starting with the doctors themselves. He’s also the founder of the Evolution≠ of Medicine, a community e-commerce platform for highly customized , tools, products, and services, to embark on a new way of managing healthcare. His book of the same name is available now. James lectures internationally and has been featured on TEDMED, Huffpost Live, TEDx, the HuffingtonPost and more.In today’s episode we discuss:- What Western healthcare got wrong with medicine and health- Ways to fix the healthcare incentive problem, which actually work- How growing up on a commune influenced James’ life- The problem with pharma’s quick-fix silver bullet- Why James decided to reinvent the healthcare system- How community and belonging can beat out any medicine- What James thinks about wearables and genetic testing- The one constant among Blue Zone societies- Why functional medicine is the solution to health- How to design health into our societies- Why we need direct democracy- The surefire way to avoid regret- Why AI and brain-machine interfaces worry James- The scary truth about soil quality- What you NEED to know about Obamacare and insurance- Why regenerative agriculture needs more focus now

Resources: fitposium.com @jpatrickphoto A Whole New Mind Mastermind: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind Connect with us on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd | @robmurgatroyd James Patrick stumbled into photography when he was a beat journalist and an editor asked him to take a photo for a story because all the photographers were busy. Now he photographs athletes and fitness professionals for a living. He’s also a best-selling author and the founder of Fitposium, which is an annual conference, online education network and weekly podcast that helps fitness entrepreneurs and talents launch their careers. In This Conversation We Cover:  [5:04] Why James recently handed over his phone and stepped into a van to be blindfolded and taken out to the desert [7:40] How a chance event prompted him to transform from a journalist into a photographer [13:03] How to take amazing photos [19:01] How to choose a great camera [22:25] What it’s like photographing beautiful women in bikinis and star athletes [29:32] How Fitposium helps fitness professionals create successful businesses [34:00] How James realized he had to focus on more than his business when he found himself severely out of shape, eternally single and with no friends To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com Work Hard Play Hard is a production of Crate Media

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Today on the Manifestation Babe Podcast I have a very special episode for you where I am interviewing my very first guest, who happens to be my dear friend and mentor, James Wedmore! You have heard me raving and roaring about all the amazing ways James inspires me and everyone around him, I knew I needed to bring his perspective into the Manifestation Babe podcast so you can get a glimpse into his incredible wisdom! On today’s episode we dive deep into all things business and manifestation. One of the first ways James and I connected was our passion and obsession with manifestation and its integration with business. As a multi 7-figure CEO, James continues to skyrocket his business growth and manifestation happens to be the sneaky trick he’s hiding up his sleeve. We talk about James’ first experience with manifestation and how he began to incorporate it into his business. James also opens up about his 12 year journey that went from the lows of depression and overuse of adderall , to now being a multi-7 figure Digital CEO running a team of 20. This is BY FAR my favorite Manifestation Babe podcast episode I’ve ever recorded and I’m confident you’ll feel the same way! Make sure you screenshot this episode and share it with a friend and tag us both so we can see how much you’re loving it!  P.S. If you’re an entrepreneur struggling to run your business efficiently, you’re OVER the 18 hour work days, and you want to know what ACTUALLY makes a 7-figure entrepreneur a 7-figure entrepreneur, then you have to go watch James’ NEW 8-part video series, The RISE of the Digital CEO! Him and his team have been working on this production for over 6 months and it is something EVERY entrepreneur NEEDS to see!  Here is the link to watch NOW! In This Episode You Will Learn:  James experience with depression & adderall (11:45) Why James believes money won’t make you happy (16:00) Why changing your perspective changes your life (22:17) James’ experience with “Your Success Is Inevitable” (27:10) How James overcame his fear of flying (30:05) James’ first experience with manifestation (36:59) Personality types and what they can teach you (65:12) The combo between manifestation and business (70:13)  Questions We Answer:  Who is James Wedmore? - (8:20) How do you feel abundant with no money? (20:50) Why does clarity come from action? (50:39) What is the biggest mistake business owners make? (57:28) Why do people believe they need permission? (58:59)   Links/Resources Follow James on Instagram! Mind Your Business Podcast w/ James Wedmore  The RISE of the Digital CEO  Business By Design w/ James Wedmore  Follow me on Instagram  Join our Manifestation Babe community!  Visit our website! To see my current offers, please visit manifestationbabe.com/links From depressed, adderall-addicted, and broke... to multi-7 figure entrepreneur with James Wedmore. Making your entrepreneurial success inevitable with James Wedmore How manifestation changed this broke entrepreneur's life (a conversation with MY mentor James Wedmore) How to save yourself 4 years of failing in your online business with James Wedmore From skeptic to full-blown believer: How manifestation made James Wedmore’s business success inevitable  

In this episode of The Skyler Irvine Show he talks to photographer James Patrick. Through this conversation you'll learn how James took his passion and turned himself into an entrepreneur with a successful business.  Show Notes: - How did James Patrick become an award winning photographer? - How did James Patrick get into photography? - What was the process like for James Patrick? - Does James deal with imposter syndrome? - Why James started losing clients? - Why does James Patrick only shoot athletes? - Did James' marketing background help him launch his business? - Lessons he learned to be able to scale - How he moved on to premium clients - How to market your skills - What is Fitposium? - When and where are Fitposium? - Apps James Patrick uses that help him and his business   USE CODE SKYLER25 FOR 25% OFF YOUR FITPOSIUM TICKET HERE: https://fitposium.com/ Connect with James Patrick and Skyler Irvine:  James Patrick Website: https://www.jamesmpatrick.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamespatrickphotography/ Instagram: @jpatrickphoto Twitter: @jpphotography LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpphotography/ Skyler Irvine Website: https://www.skylerirvine.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theskylerirvine/ Instagram: @SkylerIrvine Podcast Instagram: @skylerirvinepodcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skylerirvine/

In this episode we discuss... James Duderstadt's beginnings in science and academia and his journey through the nuclear industry James’ work on Project Rover, an American project to develop a nuclear thermal rocket Why James believes nuclear energy is a viable answer to reversing climate change How the University of Michigan played a crucial role in the creation of the Internet and pioneered the Hathi Trust digital library project How regulated markets have driven up the price of building nuclear plants in the United States Why big companies aren’t investing in higher education anymore The incredible benefits Artificial Intelligence could mean for nuclear and the obstacles James believes AI must first overcome

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How James went from being a sportscaster on ESPN’s Sport Center to helping people sleep better Why James started reading a book a day Actionable tips to reading a book a day How James’ 30-Day No Alcohol Challenge was created The positive side effects participants experienced during the challenge Leading with generosity Why James helped 11 charities in 11 weeks The effects of blue light and the glasses that James created to combat it Importance of sleep and how it impacts all areas of life, health and business   Resources: IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesswanwick/ How James reads a book a day: https://youtu.be/Ew3KIRBuE5Q www.swanwicksleep.com www.jamesswanwick.com www.30daynoalcoholchallenge.com   Show Notes If today’s guest’s voice or picture looks familiar to you, it’s likely because you’ve seen James Swanwick at some point on ESPN. While that’s where he found early success, since that time this Australian-American has become an incredibly successful entrepreneur, speaker, health coach and podcast host. We covered a variety of topics, but I was blown away by the common beliefs and habits we shared, including the act of reading a book a day. While I only did it for 30 days, James has been faithfully reading a book a day for years. James and I dig deep into his generosity practice and why he feels it’s the only way to lead in order to form true and authentic relationships, why he gave up alcohol and now helps others do the same with his 30-Day No Alcohol Challenge. Genuinely wanting to help others, he also founded Swanwick Sleep that focuses on better sleep in a blue-light filled world. Be sure to check out the Resources here to follow all of the amazing things he’s doing!   Question Highlights: What is one of your favorite books? What is one of your superpowers? What is a challenge you’re facing right now? Can you give us a high-level overview of your upbringing and how you got to where you are today? What are your practices to reading a book a day? Who’s the most fascinating entrepreneur you’ve ever interviewed? Why did you quit drinking? What is your 30-Day No Alcohol Challenge? Can you tell me about a transformation that really stuck out to you? How does someone join your challenge? How are you able to connect people so well? What has being involved with charities done for you and which charities mean the most to you these days? What was the best lesson you took away from working with 11 charities in 11 weeks? What is the rage behind blue light-blocking glasses?   Quotes "Just do it and do it now.” “Your network impacts your net worth.”  “You have to lead with generosity with people in order to earn an authentic relationship with them.” “There is no good, there is no bad – there’s just happenings. Our perception makes it good or bad.”   James Swanwick is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, speaker, health coach and former SportsCenter anchor on ESPN and host of The James Swanwick Show podcast. He is the creator of blue-light blocking glasses Swannies from Swanwick Sleep, which helps people sleep better; and the 30 Day No Alcohol Challenge, which helps people reduce or quit alcohol. Forbes magazine voted him one of the Top 25 Networking Experts. Swanwick has interviewed celebrities including Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Kobe Bryant, David Beckham and Arnold Schwarzenegger.   Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

My guest today is James Wedmore, who is returning to The Art of Paid Traffic as my guest for the fourth time, and this episode is guaranteed to ruffle a few feathers. James is going to be sharing his approach to business, and it’s definitely not conventional thinking when it comes to entrepreneurship. James is now going into his 11th year of running an online business, and he hosts the popular Mind Your Business Podcast where he and his guests integrate a conversation of mindset and the mental, emotional and inner game of entrepreneurship – with a dose of spirituality mixed in. His signature program is Business By Design, where they show anyone whose an online business owner how to step into the role of the “Digital CEO”, so they can grow, scale and experience rapid growth in their businesses. Listeners of the podcast will know that James was my original coach back in January 2014, and he continues to be my mentor as I grow my business. With James’ continued mentorship, my own business has seen exponential growth. A lot of what we talk about today is stuff we’ve been discussing for a very long time, and we didn’t even come close to touching on all the topics we wanted to cover in this episode. As James shares, something like 8 out of 10 businesses today are failing, but it doesn’t have to be this way if entrepreneurs would start treating their businesses like businesses. You’re going to hear that hard work and hustle is only going to get you so far, and nothing outside of you will change until you change first. Want to win a 30-minute strategy session with me? I’ll be drawing one winner at random each month, and all you have to do is give me your feedback on this podcast over at http://rickmulready.com/messenger, telling me what you’d like to hear more of - including topics you’d like to see covered, guests, style and frequency of the show! On the Show Today You’ll Learn:   Why James says that most people aren’t wired for entrepreneurship What business really is and why it’s actually simple Creating an offer is the most important thing you can be doing in your business, but it shouldn’t be the first thing you do… How to create an offer and serve your target audience Why hiding inside your work (and comfort zone) is keeping you playing small What separates successful entrepreneurs from those who aren’t What is “conditional living” and the questions we need to ask ourselves in order to create the businesses we want