Business Minds Coffee Chat

336: John Miles | How to Feel Like You Matter Again Oct 8, 2026 01:04:07 John R. Miles, bestselling author, award-winning podcast host, former Fortune 50 executive, Navy veteran, and leading voice on the science of mattering and human significance, joins me on this episode. John is the host of the award-winning Passion Struck podcast, which has surpassed 85 million downloads, and the author of Passion Struck, You Matter, Luma, and his newest book, The Mattering Effect:

335: Emily Balcetis, PhD | How Successful People See the World Oct 1, 2026 01:00:03 Emily Balcetis, PhD, social psychologist, professor at New York University, author, researcher, and speaker, joins me on this episode. Emily directs NYU's Social Perception, Action and Motivation Lab and has spent more than 20 years studying behavioral science, judgment and decision-making, self-regulation, goal setting, and motivation. She has published more than 70 scientific manuscripts, delive

334: Ron Johnson | The Man Behind the Apple Store Sep 24, 2026 01:05:34 Ron Johnson, creator of the Apple Store, retail innovator, author, speaker, and former CEO of JCPenney, joins me on this episode. Ron worked directly alongside Steve Jobs as a member of Apple's executive team, helping create and lead the Apple Stores during their first twelve years. Before Apple, he helped bring great design to everyday consumers at Target through groundbreaking collaborations wit

333: Dr. Cortney Warren | The Impact of Self-Deception on Our Lives Sep 17, 2026 55:56 Dr. Cortney Warren, board-certified clinical psychologist, bestselling author, speaker, and award-winning researcher, joins me on this episode. Cortney is an expert on self-deception, addictions, romantic relationships, eating pathology, and the practice of psychology from a cross-cultural perspective. Her TEDx talk, Honest Liars: The Psychology of Self-Deception, has been viewed nearly two millio

332: George Mumford | Accessing Our Inner Game Sep 10, 2026 01:03:28 George Mumford, globally recognized mindfulness and performance expert, sports psychologist, bestselling author, teacher, and speaker, joins me on this episode. George has worked with some of the world's greatest athletes, including Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal, and championship teams coached by Phil Jackson. His teachings have helped athletes, leaders, and individuals strengthen

331: Nir Eyal | Your Beliefs Are Shaping Your Life Sep 3, 2026 01:02:54 Nir Eyal, behavioral design expert, keynote speaker, former Stanford lecturer, and New York Times bestselling author of Beyond Belief, Indistractable, and Hooked, joins me on this episode. Nir writes, consults, and teaches at the intersection of psychology, technology, and human potential. His work has helped millions of people build better habits, improve their focus, and gain greater agency over

330: Payam Zamani | From Escaping Persecution to Securing a Billion-Dollar IPO Aug 27, 2026 01:02:10 Payam Zamani, entrepreneur, investor, founder and CEO of One Planet Group, and bestselling author of Crossing the Desert: The Power of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys, joins me on this episode. At 16 years old, Payam was forced to flee Iran because of the persecution he faced as a member of the Bahá'í Faith. After a dangerous journey and time in a refugee camp, he was granted asylum in the Uni

329: Henna Pryor | Why Getting Good at Awkward Changes Everything Aug 20, 2026 59:47 Henna Pryor, workplace performance expert, executive coach, bestselling author of Good Awkward, and award-winning two-time TEDx and keynote speaker, joins me on this episode. Henna was named a SUCCESS Magazine Woman of Influence and has spoken to global organizations including Google, Johnson & Johnson, and JPMorgan Chase. She's been featured in popular media outlets including Forbes, NBC, The Was

328: Ron Friedman | What the Best Teams Do Differently Aug 13, 2026 57:54 Dr. Ron Friedman, award-winning social psychologist, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Superteams: The Science and Secrets of High-Performing Teams, joins me on this episode of the Business Minds Coffee Chat podcast. After experiencing dramatically different workplace cultures throughout his career, Ron became fascinated by a simple question: What do the best teams do differently? To find

327: Amy Morin | Becoming Mentally Stronger Aug 6, 2026 58:31 Amy Morin, psychotherapist, mental strength trainer, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author, award-winning podcast host, and keynote and TEDx speaker, joins me on this episode. Amy's TEDx talk is one of the most viewed talks of all time – with more than 24 million views. She's been featured by popular media outlets including Inside Edition, Fox News Health Talk, CNBC, Good Morning Am

326: Mollie Eastman | Optimize Your Sleep Jul 30, 2026 57:18 Mollie Eastman, behavior change specialist, sleep optimization expert, founder of Sleep Is a Skill, and host of the Sleep Is a Skill podcast, joins me on this episode of the Business Minds Coffee Chat podcast. After struggling with debilitating insomnia herself, Mollie became determined to understand the science behind great sleep. What she discovered transformed her own life and led her to help e

325: Ryan Hawk | The Price of Becoming Your Best Self Jul 23, 2026 01:09:48 Ryan Hawk, keynote speaker, leadership advisor, USA Today bestselling author of four books, and host of The Learning Leader Show, joins me on this episode. Ryan has spent more than a decade interviewing over 700 of the world's top leaders, CEOs, athletes, coaches, military commanders, and entrepreneurs to uncover what separates those who consistently perform at the highest level. His newest book,

324: Rita McGrath | Getting Better at Seeing Around Corners Jul 16, 2026 57:10 Rita McGrath, bestselling author, Columbia Business School professor, sought-after speaker, strategic advisor, and podcast host, joins me on this episode. Rita is a recognized expert in innovation, strategy, and growth, one of the world's Top 10 Management Thinkers, an award-winning academic researcher, and was named by Fast Company as one of the 25 Smartest Women to Follow on Twitter. Her clients

323: Tom Rath | Finding Purpose in the Way We Live and Work Jul 9, 2026 01:04:15 Tom Rath, co-founder and CEO of CareerSight, a researcher on how careers impact health and well-being, and a New York Times bestselling author of 12 books that have sold more than 10 million copies, joins me on this episode. Tom's first book, How Full Is Your Bucket?, was an instant #1 New York Times bestseller. His book StrengthFinder 2.0 was listed as Amazon's top-selling non-fiction book of all

322: Tom Morris | Learning from the Wisest People Jul 2, 2026 01:08:18 Tom Morris, one of the world's leading public philosophers, pioneering business thinkers, bestselling author of more than 30 books, keynote speaker, and advisor, joins me on this episode. Tom earned two master's degrees and a double Ph.D. in philosophy and religious studies from Yale University and spent 15 years as a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Notre Dame. Throughout his career,

321: Scott Monty | Timeless Leadership Principles for Life and Business Jun 25, 2026 58:31 Scott Monty, leadership advisor, communication strategist, keynote speaker, storyteller, and host of the Timeless Leadership podcast, joins me on this episode. Scott is the former Global Head of Social Media and Digital Communications at Ford Motor Company, where he helped lead some of the most groundbreaking digital communication and marketing initiatives of the early social media era. He has adv

320: Marcus Buckingham | Unleashing the Most Powerful Force in Business Jun 18, 2026 59:47 Marcus Buckingham, researcher of high performance at work, co-creator of StrengthsFinder and StandOut, and author of Design Love In, joins me on this episode. Marcus is one of the world's leading researchers on strengths, leadership, engagement, and human performance. He is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous books that have shaped how leaders think about people, performance, and pot

319: Dr. Robert Leahy | Freedom from Regret Jun 11, 2026 01:03:41 Dr. Robert Leahy, Founder and Director of the American Institute for Cognitive Therapy, an award-winning clinician, clinical professor of psychology at Weill Cornell Medical College, keynote speaker, and author and editor of 29 books, including The Worry Cure, joins me on this episode. Dr. Leahy has been featured in major media outlets including The New York Times Sunday Magazine, Forbes, Fortune,

318: Julian Lighton | The Art of Getting Clear on What's Next Jun 4, 2026 01:06:56 Julian Lighton, executive coach, strategic consultant, board advisor, and author of the book Navigating Your Next, joins me on this episode. Julian is one of Silicon Valley's leading strategy practitioners and business coaches, helping individuals and organizations navigate what's next. He has served as Chief Strategy Officer at four billion-dollar public companies, a General Manager of a $300M+ b

317: Brooke Schnittman | How to Be Successful with ADHD May 28, 2026 52:19 Brooke Schnittman, ADHD expert, executive function coach, speaker, author, podcast host, and founder of Coaching with Brooke, joins me on this episode. Brooke has been featured in numerous media outlets including Forbes, Entrepreneur, ADDitude Magazine, CBS, and NBC, and has received a number of prestigious awards and accolades. This is an insightful and deeply human conversation about self-awaren

316: Nick Epley | Becoming a Little More Social May 21, 2026 01:06:29 Nick Epley, psychologist, Professor of Behavioral Science at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business, and author of A Little More Social, joins me on this episode. Nick studies social cognition—how thinking people think about other thinking people—to understand why smart people so routinely misunderstand each other. His research has appeared in more than two dozen empirical journals a

315: Todd Sucherman | Music and Mastery: Becoming World-Class May 14, 2026 01:13:36 Todd Sucherman, longtime drummer for the band Styx, world-class session musician, educator, and one of the most respected drummers in the world, joins me on this episode. Named #1 Rock Drummer in the World by Modern Drummer Magazine, #1 Live Drummer by Modern Drummer readers, and Best Rock Drummer by MusicRadar, Todd has spent decades performing at the highest level alongside some of music's bigge

314: Dhomonique Murphy | From Unknown to Unforgettable May 7, 2026 01:19:02 Dhomonique Murphy, 3x Emmy® Award-winning TV personality, media strategist, bestselling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of The Right Method, joins me on this episode. With more than 20 years of experience in television, branding, executive presence, and storytelling, Dhomonique has appeared on major platforms including NBC, ABC, FOX, CBS, The Steve Harvey Show, and more. She's a

313: Rebecca Hinds | The Hidden Cost of Bad Meetings Apr 30, 2026 58:18 Rebecca Hinds, Ph.D., organizational behavior expert, consultant, speaker, and bestselling author of Your Best Meeting Ever, joins me on this episode. Rebecca is a leading voice on the future of work and the science behind how teams collaborate. In this conversation, we break down why meetings have become one of the biggest drains on time, energy, and productivity, and what leaders can do to fix t

312: Simon Alexander Ong | Living Your Best Story Apr 23, 2026 54:12 Simon Alexander Ong, an award-winning personal development entrepreneur and coach, international keynote speaker, and author of the book Energize, joins me on this episode. Simon has been featured in leading media outlets including Forbes, Harvard Business Review, Financial Times, and The Huffington Post. This episode is a reminder that clarity comes from action, fulfillment is self-defined, and t

311: Liz Tenuto | How to Release Years of Stored Stress Apr 16, 2026 58:34 Liz Tenuto, a somatic exercise instructor, author of When the Body Speaks, and founder of The Workout Witch, joins me on this episode. Her online programs have guided more than 230,000 women through powerful healing journeys, and she's transforming the way this generation understands and works through long-term stress and trauma. Her work has been featured in major media outlets including USA Toda

310: Blake Eastman | Improving Human Communication & Social Interaction Apr 9, 2026 59:42 Blake Eastman, founder of The Nonverbal Group, and a former adjunct psychology professor and professional high-stakes poker player, joins me on this episode. Blake has been featured in major media outlets, including CNN, Forbes, The New York Times, and ABC News. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ The difference between noticing and judging ✅ How poker shaped the way Blake thinks and makes decisions ✅ What most

309: Amy Leneker | Lead and Live With Less Stress & More Joy Apr 2, 2026 01:04:35 Amy Leneker, leadership consultant, trainer, keynote speaker, podcast host, and USA Today bestselling author of Cheers to Monday, joins me on this episode. She's an optimistic, joy-seeking, recovering workaholic—and the founder and CEO of the Center for Joyful Work, where she has helped more than 100,000 leaders and teams, including those at Fortune 100 companies, lead with less stress and more jo

308: Patricia Ryan Madson | Life is an Improvisation Mar 26, 2026 01:03:46 Patricia Ryan Madson, writer, speaker, Professor Emerita at Stanford University, and founder of the Stanford Improvisors, joins me on this episode. Patricia is the author of Improv Wisdom, a powerful book on applying the principles of improvisational theater to everyday life, whether you're navigating a demanding boss, a tired child, or life's constant surprises. As author Steven Pressfield said,

307: Ashley Herd | The Manager Method — Leading Without Burning People Out Mar 19, 2026 57:01 Ashley Herd, a former Chief People Officer and General Counsel, leadership speaker, author, and podcast host, joins me on this episode. Ashley has trained over 250,000 managers through LinkedIn Learning and corporate programs, and has spent her career helping professionals navigate leadership challenges with clarity and confidence. She built Manager Method after leading HR and Legal teams at McKin

306: Dr. Kurt Gray | Why We're So Outraged Mar 12, 2026 55:58 Dr. Kurt Gray, social psychologist, award-winning researcher and teacher, and author of Outraged, joins me on this episode. Kurt is the Weary Foundation Endowed Chair in the Social Psychology of Polarization and Misinformation at The Ohio State University, where he directs the Deepest Beliefs Lab and the Center for the Science of Moral Understanding. He was also appointed to lead the university's

305: Matt Abrahams | Learning to Think Faster, Talk Smarter Mar 5, 2026 52:45 Matt Abrahams, a leading expert in the field of communication, professor, podcast host, author, keynote speaker, and martial artist, joins me on this episode. Matt is a lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, a highly sought-after keynote speaker, and a communications consultant and coach. He's also the host of the popular, award-winning podcast, T

304: Jeff Fenster | Embracing the Success Formula Feb 26, 2026 01:10:01 Jeff Fenster, award-winning serial entrepreneur, speaker, investor, bestselling author, and podcast host, joins me on this episode. Jeff's entrepreneurial success is vast, ranging from Everbowl, a healthy, superfood quick-serve restaurant chain, to a payroll and HR company, a digital marketing agency, and a construction company. He lives by the principle of putting people first. Jeff has been feat

303: Tom Hardin | The Rise and Fall of Tipper X Feb 19, 2026 01:11:12 Tom Hardin, also known as Tipper X, author of Wired on Wall Street, global keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and board advisor on behavioral ethics, compliance, and culture risk, joins me on this episode. Tom is a former hedge fund analyst whose life took a dramatic turn when he crossed lines he never thought he would. That path ultimately led him to secretly wear a wire for the FBI in what beca

302: Heather Monahan | Overcoming Her Villains & Creating Confidence Feb 12, 2026 40:43 Heather Monahan, 2x bestselling author, Top 50 keynote speaker, award-winning entrepreneur, podcast host, and founder of Boss In Heels, joins me on this episode. Media outlets such as Forbes, USA Today, CNN, and Success Magazine have featured her insights, and her storytelling continues to resonate with corporate teams, universities, and entrepreneurs seeking motivation and real-world strategies t

301: Dave Sanderson | Learning to Make Moments Matter Feb 5, 2026 01:04:29 Dave Sanderson, bestselling author, leadership expert, an Inc.com Top 100 leadership speaker, and publisher of Moments Matter Magazine, joins me on this episode. Dave was the last passenger off US Airways Flight 1549, the Miracle on the Hudson. He survived, then he made a decision: he wouldn't let that moment be the end of the story. Dave has delivered keynotes for Fortune 500 organizations, coach

300: Hal Hershfield | Making Tomorrow Better Today Jan 29, 2026 59:11 Hal Hershfield, social psychologist, professor of marketing, behavioral decision-making, and psychology at UCLA's Anderson School of Management, author, and TEDx speaker, joins me on this episode. Hal has been published in top academic journals, and also contributes to op-eds in The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, and other outlets. He was named one of the "40 Und

299: Philip McKernan | A Personal Mission to Eradicate Loneliness Jan 22, 2026 01:05:16 Philip McKernan, bestselling author, inspirational speaker, philosopher, filmmaker, coach, and enlightened hooligan, joins me on this episode. Philip works with entrepreneurs, leaders, and athletes around the world who, in one form or another, want to live a more courageous life. He helps people connect with their truth, uncover their unique gifts, and use them to impact the world. 🎙️ What We Disc

298: Dr. Maya Shankar | Who We Become on the Other Side of Change Jan 15, 2026 57:21 Dr. Maya Shankar, cognitive scientist, creator, executive producer, and host of the podcast A Slight Change of Plans, and author of The Other Side of Change, joins me on this episode. Maya was a Senior Advisor in the Obama White House, where she founded and served as Chair of the White House Behavioral Science Team. She also served as the first Behavioral Science Advisor to the United Nations unde

297: Brian Johnson | Activate Your Heroic Potential Jan 8, 2026 58:33 Brian Johnson, founder and CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation, entrepreneur, teacher, coach, author, philosopher, and podcast host, joins me on this episode. Brian has helped millions of people around the world become their best, most productive, energized, and connected version of themselves. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Crafting a life of meaning ✅ Being a passionate student of ancient wisdom and

296: Jon Levy | Doing Remarkable Things Jan 1, 2026 52:14 Jon Levy, behavioral scientist and New York Times bestselling author of You're Invited, known for his work in trust, human connection, belonging, and influence, joins me on this episode. His clients range from Fortune 500 brands, like Microsoft, Google, and Samsung to startups. He's been featured in major media outlets including CNN, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Time, and The New York Times. 🎙

295: Dr. Alex Auerbach | Inside the Minds of Elite Performers Dec 18, 2025 01:05:16 Dr. Alex Auerbach, sport and performance psychologist, co-founder and CEO of Momentum Labs, and author of Called to Greatness, joins me on this episode. Alex has worked with the best athletes in the world in the NBA, NFL, MLB, and Olympians, as well as high-performers in other domains like elite military units, Fortune 5 companies, and venture-backed start-ups. He currently serves as the performan

294: William Branum | The 5 SEAL Secrets to Success Dec 11, 2025 01:04:27 William Branum, Navy SEAL veteran, founder and CEO of Naked Warrior Recovery, speaker, author, and business and leadership advisor, joins me on this episode. William's expertise in leadership and mindset is sought after by organizations ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. He's been featured by Fox News, USA Today, MarketWatch, and other media outlets. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Limi

293: Amberly Lago | How To Find Joy Through the Journey Dec 4, 2025 51:40 Amberly Lago, a leading expert in resilience and transformation, a TEDx and internationally renowned motivational speaker, USA Today bestselling author, coach, and host of the globally top-ranked podcast, The Amberly Lago Show, joins me on this episode. Amberly has been featured in popular media outlets, including Forbes, USA Today, The Doctors, The Today Show, People, and many others. 🎙️ What We

292: Muriel Wilkins | Leadership Is an Inside Game Nov 27, 2025 59:49 Muriel Wilkins, CEO & Founder of Paravis Partners, author of Leadership Unblocked, a trusted executive coach, C-suite advisor to some of the world's most influential leaders, and host of the acclaimed Harvard Business Review podcast, Coaching Real Leaders, joins me on the latest episode of Business Minds Coffee Chat. Muriel has been featured in popular media outlets, including Harvard Business Rev

291: Dr. Michael Sapiro | The Transformative Potential of Psychedelic Psychotherapy Nov 20, 2025 01:01:15 Dr. Michael Ryoshin Sapiro, an ordained Zen Buddhist monk and poet, clinical psychologist, psychedelic psychotherapist, author, meditation teacher, and musician, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Michael integrates Buddhist and Nondual teachings and practices with psychology and science to help people unlearn programming, unlock potential, and awaken the heart where our deepest wi

290: Claude Silver | A Journey of Self: Finding Your Authenticity Nov 13, 2025 59:02 Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, author of Be Yourself at Work, speaker, and mentor, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Claude has become a trusted voice on emotional intelligence, heart-centered leadership, and the power of authenticity in the workplace. She's been featured in popular media outlets including The New York Times, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal. 🎙️

289: Dr. Jeff Spencer | The Blueprint to Your Greatness Nov 6, 2025 01:07:05 Dr. Jeff Spencer, an Olympian, author of multiple books, an award-winning chiropractor, a renowned glass artist, and a human performance coach, joins me on this episode. Jeff's client roster includes Lance Armstrong, Tiger Woods, the rock group U2, Richard Branson, and many others. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Jeff's backstory ✅ Angels who played a pivotal role in Jeff's life ✅ Training for the Olympics

288: Dr. Josh Davis | The Difference That Makes the Difference Oct 30, 2025 01:06:14 Dr. Josh Davis, international and USA Today bestselling author, NLP certified trainer and master practitioner, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Josh is the founder and director of the Science-Based Leadership Institute, where he and his team draw on neuroscience and psychology to help leaders change themselves and lead change. His writing has appeared in Harvard Business Review,

287: John O'Leary | The Choice to Be a Victor Oct 23, 2025 47:40 John O'Leary, 2x #1 national bestselling author, world-renowned inspirational and TEDx speaker, host of the globally top-ranked Live Inspired podcast, and executive producer and subject of the major motion picture Soul On Fire, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. John has shared his message with millions across the U.S. and around the world. His incredible life story, adapted into t

286: Sara Leila Sherman | The Transformative Power of Music Oct 16, 2025 55:08 Sara Leila Sherman, a classical musician, educator, author, arts entrepreneur, founder of Mozart for Munchkins, and the nonprofit Little Mozart Foundation, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Sara's work includes partnerships with the Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra, Lincoln Center, Hudson Yards, and the United Federation of Teachers, as well as a pioneering music and mindfulness curricu

285: Dr. Jeffrey Hull | The Path From Self to Other to System Oct 9, 2025 01:00:18 Dr. Jeffrey Hull, a highly sought-after facilitator, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and executive coach to leaders across the globe, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Jeff brings years of translating science into leadership as a consultant, psychologist, and teacher at New York University and Harvard Medical School. His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inve

284: Shawn Kanungo | Be Bold and Become Indispensable Oct 2, 2025 01:02:59 Shawn Kanungo, a globally recognized innovation strategist and disruption expert, bestselling author, and a wildly popular keynote speaker who was named in Forbes as the "Best Virtual Keynote Speaker I've Ever Seen," joins me on this episode. Shawn previously spent 12 years at Deloitte, working closely with leaders to better plan for the opportunities associated with disruptive innovation. Shawn i

283: Dr. Bob Rosen | Learning to Let Go & Level Up Sep 25, 2025 59:51 Dr. Bob Rosen, clinical psychologist, founder & CEO of Healthy Companies, NYT bestselling author, and keynote speaker, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Bob is a world-renowned thought leader on healthy people and healthy organizations. His work has been featured in major media outlets, including The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Time, and more. 🎙️ What We Disc

282: Kevin Miller | Navigating Life Transitions Sep 18, 2025 31:26 Kevin Miller, former pro cyclist, prolific entrepreneur, a respected peak potential guide, author of the book What Drives You, and the host of a wildly popular podcast with over 70 million downloads and over 1500 episodes, joins me on this episode. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Identity ✅ Navigating life transitions ✅ The drivers behind attachment ✅ And much more! Get connected with Kevin: Website: https:

281: Britt Frank | How to Tame Your Inner Critic Sep 11, 2025 54:04 Britt Frank, a licensed neuro-psychotherapist, trauma specialist, expert in human behavior, keynote speaker, and author, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Britt's work has been featured in major media outlets, including Psychology Today, The New York Times, Esquire, Cosmopolitan, Fast Company, and Forbes. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Parts Work & Internal Family Systems ✅ Why each of us

280: Brad Stulberg | Becoming a Master of Change Sep 4, 2025 48:05 Brad Stulberg, researcher, USA Today and national bestselling author, executive coach, speaker, and podcast host, joins me on this episode. Brad is a regular contributor to The New York Times, and his work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, The New Yorker, Sports Illustrated, Outside Magazine, Forbes, and other outlets. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Change is

279: Mike Brick | Accepting Responsibility and Finding Peace Aug 28, 2025 28:23 Mike Brick, owner of Clean & Green Outdoor Services, joins me on this episode. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Mike's backstory ✅ Lessons learned from going to prison ✅ The importance of freedom and mentorship ✅ Cultivating a positive mindset ✅ And more! Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Busi

278: Angus Fletcher | Tapping Into Your Hidden Intelligence Aug 21, 2025 55:56 Angus Fletcher, a world leading expert on the science of storytelling, bestselling author, professor of story science at Ohio State University's Project Narrative, and a consultant to U.S. Army Special Operations, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. His research has been called "life changing" by Brené Brown and "mind blowing" by Malcolm Gladwell. In 2023, he was awarded the Commend

277: Steve Ridder | Born to Coach and Lead Aug 14, 2025 31:26 Steve Ridder, Head Coach of Embry-Riddle's men's basketball program, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Steve led the biggest turnaround in NAIA history, guided the Embry-Riddle Eagles to an NAIA national championship, has been named Coach of the Year eight times, and has been inducted into five Halls of Fame. Fueled by a relentless desire to grow, Steve's vision reached far beyond

276: Fotini Iconomopoulos | Learn How to Say Less & Get More Aug 7, 2025 54:37 Fotini Iconomopoulos, bestselling author of Say Less, Get More, international negotiation expert and advisor, and keynote speaker, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. With two decades of experience across more than 170 industries and six continents, Fotini has delivered results for global brands including Microsoft, Walmart, and Rolls-Royce. Her approach blends behavioral science, s

275: Molly Fletcher | Lead, Inspire, and Connect With Courage and Optimism Jul 31, 2025 47:42 Molly Fletcher, former top sports agent, inspiring keynote and TEDx speaker, #1 USA Today bestselling author, and host of a top-rated podcast, joins me on this episode. Molly made a name for herself as one of the first female sports agents and was hailed as the "female Jerry Maguire" by CNN. She has been featured in notable media outlets, including ESPN, CNN, Forbes, Fast Company, and Sports Illus

274: Geoff Woods | Turning Your Strengths into Superpowers Jul 24, 2025 52:18 Geoff Woods, founder of AI Leadership and The AI-Driven Leadership Collective, #1 bestselling author of The AI-Driven Leader, keynote speaker, and host of The AI-Driven Leader podcast, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Geoff helps leaders harness the power of AI to grow their business, outpace the competition, and get more done in less time. As the former Chief Growth Officer of J

273: Bree Groff | Seven Rules to Make Work Better Jul 17, 2025 01:06:21 Bree Groff, an organizational change and culture consultant, keynote speaker, and author of Today Was Fun, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Bree is one of today's leading voices on the future of work and company culture. Over the course of her career, she has guided executives at companies such as Microsoft, Pfizer, Calvin Klein, Google, and Target through periods of complex chan

272: Dr. Liane Davey | How to Make Conflict Work for You Jul 10, 2025 59:09 Dr. Liane Davey, organizational psychologist, team advisor, New York Times bestselling author, and a sought-after keynote speaker, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Liane is a regular contributor to the Harvard Business Review and a respected voice in the global conversation about leadership, collaboration, and conflict. Her insights have been featured by major media outlets, incl

271: Todd Herman | How to Unlock the Hero in You Jul 3, 2025 01:00:38 Todd Herman, peak performance coach and mentor, USA Today bestselling author, and an inspiring speaker, joins me on this episode. Todd is known for helping ambitious people win in whatever field they're playing on. He's been featured on major media outlets such as NFL Films, The Today Show, PBS, The Wall Street Journal, the CNN original series KOBE: The Making of a Legend, and many others. 🎙️ What

270: Garry Ridge | Building a Culture That Actually Works Jun 26, 2025 53:54 Garry Ridge, Chairman Emeritus at WD-40 Company, a USA Today bestselling author, a recognized culture shifting keynote speaker, founder of The Learning Moment, and The Culture Coach, joins me on this episode. Known affectionately as "The Dean of Dumbassery," Garry is known for helping leaders create workspaces where people feel valued and inspired. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Our purpose in life ✅ Learn

269: Ryan Hawk | Pursuing Excellence in Life and Business Jun 19, 2025 01:00:47 Ryan Hawk, former college and pro quarterback, podcast host, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and leadership advisor, joins me on this episode. Ryan speaks for and consults with some of the world's leading brands, including Salesforce, Dodge, and the U.S. Naval Academy. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Mentorship ✅ The ultimate form of leadership ✅ Learning what to say Yes and No to ✅ The Pursuit of Exc

268: Craig Ballantyne | Leveraging Effortless Discipline Jun 12, 2025 01:01:34 Craig Ballantyne, entrepreneur, business coach, Wall Street Journal Bestselling author, and podcast host, joins me on this episode. Craig is known as "The World's Most Disciplined Man." He has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, GQ, Forbes, Inc., Men's Health, Entrepreneur, and many others. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ What discipline really is and what it's not ✅ The dark side of discipline ✅ Why

267: Jonathan Fields | Discovering What Makes You Come Alive Jun 5, 2025 54:59 Jonathan Fields, award-winning author, Webby-nominated producer, business innovator, speaker, host of one of the world's top podcasts, Good Life Project, developer of the Sparketypes, and founder/CEO of Spark Endeavors, joins me on this episode. Jonathan's been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Inc., Forbes, FastCompany, O Magazine, and other notable media outlets. 🎙️ What W

266: Sabina Nawaz | Learning to Grow Through Pressure May 29, 2025 52:30 Sabina Nawaz, global CEO coach & advisor, TEDx and keynote speaker, and author of You're the Boss, joins me on this episode. Sabina spent 14 years at Microsoft, rising from software developer and managing teams to leading executive development and succession planning for the company, where she advised both Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer. For over 20 years, Sabina has led her own global consulting fi

265: Nick Lavery | Life is a Finite Gift...Not a Dress Rehearsal May 22, 2025 01:05:27 Nick Lavery, an active-duty Green Beret in the US Army Special Forces, a combat-wounded warrior, an author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur joins me on this episode. Nick's awards include the Silver Star, three Purple Hearts, two Bronze Stars, Bronze Star with "V" for valor, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achieve

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