Episodes
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I hired a $5k/mo coach today because I've been a hypocrite
The weirdest kind of stuck is when you can explain it perfectly. We’re sitting at a $60K per month ceiling, we can list the constraints, and we can point to the “obvious” bottlenecks. Meanwhile, our clients are making massive jumps not because we hand them a new webinar script, but because we…
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Lessons From 12 Years as an Entrepreneur
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The Path Is Made By Walking
If you’ve ever reached a goal and felt… nothing, this one will hit close to home. We start with Antonio Machado’s poem about the traveler who makes the path by walking, then use it to shine a light on a problem I see constantly in the coaching and entrepreneur world: people building impressive...
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You Can’t Copy-Paste A Soul And Expect Sales To Feel Easy
Tired of performing online while your business feels heavier by the month? We go straight at the quiet problem behind forced sales and content that rings hollow: borrowed identity. The coaching space rewards imitation in the short term, but the long-term cost is real—resentment, shaky revenue…
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What If Your Intelligence Is Your Favorite Avoidance Strategy
We call out the trap smart coaches fall into: mistaking insight for change and using knowledge to avoid feeling. We share a four-step process to clear the charge in your body so pricing, content, and boundaries become easy and clean. • the cost of intellectualizing emotions in business • why…
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My Biggest Lessons from 12 Years Selling Coaching
We trace the rise of online coaching from pre-2015 roots through the COVID surge to today’s crowded market, then show why stale, scripted content fails and how real authenticity creates demand. We share client stories, name the hidden costs of constant noise, and extend an invitation to build…
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Idiocracy, Mindset Metrics, and The Original Sin of Coaching with Mark England
What happens when two veteran coaches toss the script and follow the breath? We start with light banter and end up charting a practical map for getting out of your head: change your words, slow your breath, and watch your body resolve what thought alone can’t. Along the way we call out...
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I Thought $50k Months in My Coaching Business Would Feel Different...
The first time you hit a big revenue milestone, you expect relief. Instead, the noise gets louder. We pull back the curtain on why $10K, $50K, even $100K months don’t deliver the peace they promise and how the nervous system, not another tactic, decides whether success feels safe. Rather than...
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The Unspoken Fear in Online Coaching - "Will I Lose My Edge if I Slow Down??"
Whoops, recorded using Riverside's mac app for the first time and forgot to select the nice mic. Good, this one is supposed to be real and raw We challenge the myth that pain must power success and lay out a clear path to drop destination addiction without losing your drive. We show how old…
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Performative Authenticity Called And It Wants Its Brand Back, with Ariel Ziegler
What if the louder you get, the further you drift from who you are? We pull apart the modern performance of authenticity and look at the quieter kind—the kind you can feel in your body before you can explain it. From entrepreneurs chasing bigger numbers to outrun a noisy mind, to near-death…
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Clarity Beats Hustle: Choose The Work That Chooses You
If “more” hasn’t fixed the nagging noise in your business, this conversation will. We take a scalpel to the side hustle myth, unpack how shiny objects quietly siphon momentum, and show how saying an enlightened no creates the space for compounding wins in your main thing. From a funny algorithm...
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What If Success Isn’t Proof You’re Okay?
What if the loudest driver behind your biggest months is the same force pushing you toward burnout? We pull back the curtain on the uncomfortable truth many high-earning coaches face: you can’t out-earn the noise in your head. The ads can be dialed, the offer sharp, the social proof stacked—and…
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From 5K To 50K: The Three Identity Shifts Every Coach Must Make To Scale
Stop polishing the lead magnet and start becoming the version of you who can actually scale. We walk through the real levers behind 5K, 20K, and 50K months for online coaches, and none of them start with a fancy funnel. They start with identity shifts that unlock simple math, consistent sales…
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Using Your Intuition is Killing Your Coaching Business
Ever feel like you’re doing all the “right” things—journaling, cold plunges, perfect morning routines—yet your business won’t move? We unpack why so many coaches copy the mountaintop lifestyle from the valley and then wonder why nothing compounds. The habits people celebrate at the peak rarely...
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Building A Brand Without Losing Your Soul
Ever feel torn between going deep into self-work and building something that actually touches lives? We unpack a third way: take the wisdom from the mountaintop and bring it back to the marketplace, where a business becomes both your vehicle for service and your clearest mirror. Together we…
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Brennan Hilleary on The Burnout Trap: Breaking Free from Overwork
Burnout prevention coach Brennan Hillery shares his journey from opiate addiction and corporate burnout to helping high achievers create sustainable success that aligns with their authentic selves. • Brennan helps externally successful but internally miserable high achievers stop feeling consumed...
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I've been ahead of the market for almost a decade, here's what I've learned
Ever been told you're "ahead of the market" and felt both validated and frustrated at the same time? That tension between seeing solutions others don't recognize yet and wanting your business to succeed now is the entrepreneurial tightrope many visionaries walk. I share my journey of receiving…
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"Just be Authentic" Won't Get You To $50k/mo
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Why The Perfect Coaching Offer Requires Killing Your Ego First
The journey of creating a truly effective offer is nothing short of a spiritual transformation that demands we leave our egos at the door. Are you struggling to attract clients despite knowing your coaching can transform lives? The answer might lie in your resistance to meeting clients where they...
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The Hypocrite's Guide to Authentic Coaching: Lessons I Learned the Hard Way
I've been a massive hypocrite in my business in two critical ways that cost me over half a million dollars in the last decade. • Claiming I had mindset breakthroughs to avoid uncomfortable growth opportunities • Using my coaching knowledge to convince myself I didn't need outside help • Investing...
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I Almost Burned it All Down.... Multiple Times - My Realest Episode to-date
These are the things that nobody talks about when it comes to building a coaching business, or business in general. It's not the systems that hold us back and make us resent our business, it's the stories. It's the voice in our head that says "you don't deserve this" or "it's not safe being seen"...
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Your Soul's Fire: How to Deliver Transformation Without Watering Down Your Message
What fire stirs deep in your soul? What change are you truly meant to deliver to the world? These questions form the foundation of authentic coaching, but there's a crucial disconnect that many passionate coaches face when trying to build their practice. The truth is stark yet liberating: while…
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Money vs. Impact: The Ethical Coach's Paradox
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"Work Smarter Not Harder" is Missing This Key Distinction
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Accidental Imposters: When Your "Authentic Self" Is Actually Someone Else's Story
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How to Get Clients to Truly Believe in Your Coaching and Own Their Journey
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From "Employed and Unfulfilled" to "Unemployed and Successful" (And signing six figure clients) with Lyssa Scott
Lyssa Scott is a creative genius, the content queen, and a brand-building powerhouse. I've had the honor of getting to know Lyssa over the last two years. In 2024 we linked up to co-create two different masterminds and I have had the pleasure of getting to be her coach through Q1 of 2024...…
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These 2 Things Will Set Coaches Apart Moving Forward
There are two things that will set online coaches up for success in 2025 and beyond.. And the first one is dependent on the second... Ready to Rewrite Reality? Click here
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How "Self Improvement" Actually Held Me Back... And How I Fixed It
Turns out, there is such thing as "too much" personal development. It turned into a way for me to hide from real-world action.... to stay safe and play small. We're done playing small. Ready to Rewrite Reality? Click here
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Over 900 Hours of Working Stories Taught Me More About Marketing Than Any Course
This is by far my most AHA moment to-date on how to market. ... and it was created by coaching experience. Ready to Rewrite Reality? Click here
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You're More Of An Expert Than You're Giving Yourself Credit For
In this conversation, Chase Tolleson reflects on his journey from fitness coaching to business coaching, emphasizing the importance of recognizing one's expertise and the value of experience. He shares personal anecdotes about his transition and the realization that he has been developing coaches...
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Stop Gaslighting Yourself Into Failure: Realize Your Potential By Escaping the Mindset Trap
Do you find yourself dismissing crucial business tasks as inauthentic or salesy, only to realize you're stuck in the same place? Discover how many online coaches, myself included, inadvertently gaslight ourselves into failure by avoiding essential sales and marketing tasks. In this episode, I…
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Psychedelics for Veterans: Shrooms With Attitude. Chad McLean of Mental Joe Apparel
Entrepreneurs, take note: Chad’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, authenticity, and the gritty reality of starting a purpose-driven business. From overcoming financial hurdles to shifting from a money-centric life to one of service and fulfillment, this episode offers valuable insights on...
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Lessons from Closing a Successful Gym and Embracing Authenticity
Join us as Joel Cochran takes the reins to interview our usual host, Chase Tolleson. The journey of entrepreneurship is rarely a straight path. Chase opens up about the bittersweet decision to close a profitable brick-and-mortar gym after nearly eight rewarding years. Learn about the critical...
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Iterations: Business and Life Shifts as Seasons Turn, with Joel Cochran
Welcome to an eye-opening conversation with Joel, where we promise you'll discover the essence of navigating through seasons of business transitions. From running a gym to thriving in online coaching and business acquisition, Joel shares how pivotal mindset shifts, holistic certifications, and…
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I'm baaack! - From Gym Owner to Business Mentor: My Transformative Journey to Empowering Coaches and Entrepreneurs
Have you ever wondered what it takes to transition from the world of fitness coaching to becoming a successful business mentor? Join me as I share my personal journey through a transformative hiatus that led me to discover a whole new passion. Initially hesitant to embrace the title of "business...
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"Abracadabra" by Chasocrates (Brave Bear Remix)
Join us for a very special edition of a Chasocrates original piece "Abracadabra", reimagined with heavy battle drums and eerie wood flute. Ready to Rewrite Reality? Click here
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Get More Energy and Protect Your Brain: Drink "Update"
Discover the untapped potential of paraxanthine, as Daniel Solomons and Shawn Wells of Update Energy Drink join us to reveal how this caffeine metabolite is revolutionizing the energy drink industry. Feeling invigorated throughout the day and still achieving restful sleep at night might sound…
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Simplicity Unveiled: The Joy of Self-Discovery and the Myth of Modern Success with Steve Smaridge
Ever found yourself going to comedic lengths to snap out of a bad habit? Well, here's a tale for you: our guest Steve Smaridge once gave his PlayStation a farewell swing with a baseball bat, all in the name of breaking free from its digital clutches. We sit down with Steve to lay out all the…
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The Quest for True Health: Uncovering Root Causes and Embracing Emotional Well-being with Dr. Bradley Campbell
On today's show, we chat with Dr. Bradley Campbell and tackle the all-important quest for true health. As we sit down with this seasoned clinician, we unravel the dangers of quick-fix solutions and the vital need to excavate the root causes of our ailments. Tune in to learn all about: Dr....
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Becoming A Next Level Man with Ryan Walla
Peeling back the layers of life's complex tapestry, I sit with Ryan Walla. We uncover the healing wrapped within our wounds. Right off the top, Ryan's candid family anecdotes, serve up a poignant reminder to treasure the present. Our conversation stitches together the essence of personal growth -...
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Embracing Discipline and Weathering The Storm with Fox 46 Charlotte's, Ted Phaeton
Remember the days when 'last call' meant the night was just getting started? Our guest, Fox 46 Charlotte meteorologist, Ted Phaeton ensures us that that storm has passed. He knows the weather can change, it's unpredictable at times and the underlying message of today's show is that so is life.…
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Unveiling Authenticity: Marshal Gillen on Transformative Growth and Primal Wisdom
Today, we embark on a quest for authenticity and peel back the layers of life's excess with Marshal Gillen, a man whose journey into primal connection and intentional living will move you. As he shares his experiences with psychedelics that sparked his personal transformation, we'll explore the...
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The Art of Mindful Living: Unveiling Authenticity and the Power of Surrender with Pat Smith
Imagine peeling away the layers of noise that shroud our daily lives and discovering a clearer, more abundant existence. That's where we went in today's show with wellness expert Pat Smith, where we delve into the riches that mindful living and authentic action can bring. Together, we uncover the...
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The Mastery of Freedom
Today, we get to address the complex notion of freedom across its multifaceted spectrum. Drawing from my background in military discipline and entrepreneurial spirit, I'll guide you through the five pivotal levers of freedom: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and financial. We'll explore…
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Reawakening Vitality with Todd Squires
Have you ever found yourself in a slump, energy sapped and searching for a way to reclaim your zest for life? Our guest, Todd Squires certainly has, and on today's show, we walk you through his reawakening of energy in all aspects of his life. Todd also delves into the art of asking pivotal...
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From Financial Chains to Enlightened Abundance: Shawn Rivers' Leap into Meaningful Living
When Shawn Rivers began his transformational journey from prioritizing financial gain to pursuing a life of deeper meaning, he didn't realize the profound impact it would have on his inner and outer world. Today's conversation reveals that true growth involves celebrating our achievements and...
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“The Dad Edge:” Merging Love, Growth, and Accountability with Larry Hagner
What happens when intentional up-skilling meets the intricacies of marriage and fatherhood? The blueprint for a fulfilling family life emerges. Join us as our guest, Larry Hagner from the Dad Edge Alliance brings the heat to the conversation as we chat all things modern parenting and partnership....
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Midlife Crises To Midlife Renaissance: Rob Pengelly's Journey to Sobriety and Self-Revival
When life hands you an ultimatum, it often requires a monumental shift to break free from its grip. Today, our guest, Rob Pengelly exemplifies this transformation, sharing his journey from the depths of alcohol addiction to a life blossoming with purpose and self-awareness. Now standing 541 days...
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Primal Pillar #4: Primal Movement
Right at the top of the pyramid is movement, and that is our fourth and final Pillar in The Way of The Primal Man. Get ready to redefine your fitness routine as we answer these three questions on today's show: What is Primal Movement? How you can apply Primal Movement to your everyday life and...