Failure Is Not The Problem!

Welcome to episode forty-three of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest for the week: Tim Crockett.Tim Crockett is a seasoned security and risk management executive, as well as a former Royal Marine Commando and Special Boat Service Operator. Besides having nearly 30 years of experience advising global organizations across the corporate, media, humanitarian, and government sector, Tim and his son Harrison went on a nearly 50 day trip across the Pacific ocean, from San Francisco to Hawaii, covering around 2400 miles leading Harrison to break the record for youngest person to complete this trajectory.Were there challenges? You bet there were. If you want to see more of their journey, check out Tim’s instagram @tamethekrakenYou are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode forty-two of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest for the week: Dr Rick RodriguezDr. Rodriguez is the co-founder. and learning partner at The Rooted Life,Their mission is to design people centered, culturally rooted, equity driven environments where our identity and leadership align and where teams thrive, not just survive. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Rodriguez has worked in schools, nonprofits and many companies, bringing strategy, culture, and equity into perfect formation.Read more about Rick, The Rooted Life, and the work they do here. You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode forty-one of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest for the week, Derek Coburn, as we talk about the importance of finding purpose and meaning in life. Derek Coburn is a financial advisor with over twenty-five years’ experience. His passion for connecting remarkable professionals led him, along with his wife, Melanie, to start CADRE, a professional community for CEOs and entrepreneurs. You can visit Derek’s website here.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode forty of Failure is Not the Problem everyone, and HAPPY 2026! I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me today as we talk about AI, the way technology is growing and changing, and preparing for a new year.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode thirty-nine of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Treva Scharf as we talk about the importance of forgiveness, and what it means to pick yourself up when you fall. Treva Scharf is an ICF-certified relationship and dating coach, former fitness professional, and author. Treva is an expert at surviving singledom, and often writes about finding love later in life! Through her blogs, podcasts, online summits, and private coaching, Treva is an advocate for late bloomers everywhere.Visit Treva's website here, where you can find her book, podcasts, blogs, and more! You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode thirty-eight of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Sara Mayer as we talk about the importance of setting realistic expectations on yourself and others. Sara Mayer is an entrepreneur and coach, specializing in maximizing productivity and efficiency in business! She takes entrepreneurial chaos, and turns it into streamlined success. Check out her website and check out her podcast!You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode thirty-seven of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me today as we talk about a few of my favorite failuretastic moments! You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode thirty-six of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join us and our guest Mary Caryl as we discuss the importance of acknowledging the bad, so we realize the good!Mary Caryl is an award winning pole dancer and grand masters champ. With how talented she is, you'd never believe that she picked up pole dancing in her 50s! Now 70, she's not only a champ but a pole dancing judge, and designer - owning her own line of pole apparel, yoga wear, skin care and make up! Check out her website here! She also has an instagram for that line of pole wear (@marycaryldesigns) and her personal instagram! (@marycarylglam)You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode thirty-five of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join us and our guest Michelle Alva as we discuss how to use your traumas as tools to transform, heal, and improve!Michelle Alva is a relationship and intimacy therapist, specializing in the art of release and tantric healing. She has created a method of healing that restores your ability to process emotion, release oxytocin, and releases blocks of intimacy. She has coined it The Alva Method - you can read more about it on her website!Please note that this episode contains topics of a sexual nature.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode thirty-four of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Kicking off the new year, we have our guest Ye-Jin Han - join us as we talk about the importance of passion, consistency, and maintaining the right attitude!Ye-Jin Han is a violinist and violist who not only teaches but also performs all over the tri-state area. She is a chamber musician, and recitalist who has carried a love for playing the violin since she was just 6 years old. Now, she teaches other young people to practice better. Her classes center around effortless violin mastery - learning how to fall in love with playing and practicing instead of it being taxing and grueling!Check out Ye-Jin's website here, and Youtube Channel here!She is also on Instagram and Facebook! You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode thirty-three of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Sandy Weiner as we talk about expectations, positive mindset, and how that all correlates to the world of dating. Sandy Weiner is a dating coach, TedX speaker, best-selling author, and podcast host! She helps people find patterns, habits, and negative thoughts that might be holding them back in their dating life. Once we are able to uncover and work through those, we can move forward to find a fulfilling relationship - especially at an older age! Find more information here, on her website, where you can also find her podcasts episodes, books, and coaching programs.You can also find her on instagram, and youtube. You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode thirty-one of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Erin Saxton as we talk about her extensive career in entertainment, and the challenges she's faced along the way.Erin Saxton is a multi Emmy-nominated and award-winning TV producer. We dive into her time on The View and Good Morning America, as well as what it was like to work with and be mentored by Barbara Walters. Not only that, but Erin is also a PR Pro, and keynote speaker. You can imagine that she brings a wealth of expertise to the table and the failure she was able to learn from on the way.Check out her website, she's also on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok where she posts health tips and advice after her own journey with weight loss!You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode thirty of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful and this is how you can do it too. Join me for todays episode, where I go through the thought process I had when starting my own business.Whether you are an active duty service member, a veteran, a military spouse, or a dependent, this episode is crafted specifically for you. If you're interested in starting or growing a business, or know someone in the military community who is, you're in the right place. We're here to provide insights, strategies, and support to help you on your entrepreneurial journey. Let's build something great together!You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twenty-nine of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Lisa Owens as we talk about how failure can actually be a useful guide for redirection.Lisa Owens is a mentor, coach, and host of her own podcast! "Unapologetic Third Act" celebrates the power and potential of life at 50 years of age, and beyond! Each of the episodes of the Unapolagetic Third Act features a diverse set of individuals who have discovered new passions and embarked on exciting adventures. Through engaging conversation and inspiring stories, she interviews different individuals who are redefining what it means to live a vibrant life, full of purpose, in their wisdom years!Find Lisa's podcast here! And if you want to reach out to Lisa personally, you can find her on Linkedin under Lisa Rachelle Owens.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!WebsiteBooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twenty-eight of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Chaveso "Chevy" Cook as we talk about how his outlook on failure has made him a better leader through dissection and acceptance - he even has a failure resume! Chaveso "Chevy" Cook is an active-duty Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army. He has an M.A from Columbia University, and a Doctorate from Tufts, where he focused on human development, particularly the formation of character. Not only is he highly respected as an officer in uniform, but Chevy is also a guest speaker and has been widely published on topics like leadership, influence, organizational change, innovation, mentorship, social justice, and a multitude of other matters involving personal and professional development. Chevy Cook is active on Linkedin, Facebook, and X. Find him on all platforms, or email him: [email protected] are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twenty-seven of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Dorie Clark as we talk about the redirection and reinvention we can have when we fail. Dorie Clark is one of the top business thinkers in America - for real! She’s been named Top 50 Business Thinkers multiple times, and has been recognized as the #1 Communications Coach in the world by the Marshall Goldsmith Leading Global Coaches Award. Although Dorie might now be a professor, consultant, and keynote speaker, she took many years and career paths to get there! It took many failures. But her attitude and persistence is why she is recognized as the expert she is. You can find her books and more here on her website!You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twenty-six of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Lori Minor as we talk about how your attitude will determine your altitude.Lori Minor is a life coach, and a professor at the International Association of Professional (IAP) Career College. She is the owner of a non-profit called All of Me, which she is celebrating 10 years with, and is writing her first book. She is coming onto the program to talk to us about her experiences and how she continues to use her failures as positive experiences to take her where she wants to be.You can find her life coaching website here, and her non-profit website here!You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twenty-five of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Stephanie Hill as we talk about how a positive mindset can help you use failure as stepping stones for success.Stephanie Hill is a people-centered coach who partners with organizations to grow efficiency and effectiveness - freeing up financial resources and improving the human experience! She does lean leadership coaching, business coaching, leadership development, management consulting and strategic planning at her company Lightbulb Moment Consulting - check out their website here!You can find Stephanie on Linkedin, or email her directly at [email protected] are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twenty-four of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Peter Schramm as we discuss the importance of resilience and never giving up - allowing our failures to propel us forward, instead of hold us back. Peter Schramm is a coach, businessman and strategist! He is an author and and experienced team leader who is passionate about cultivating connection, and helping diverse teams handle complex situations. He is now CEO and founder of his own company, Lattitude, a program that helps employees navigate their career path with a personal board of advisors. Check out his company's website here, and his book "Pathfinders" here! Also feel free to reach him at his Linkedin.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twenty-three of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Alex Pursglove as we talk about the importance of self worth, a strong mindset, and how to continue to reframe our viewpoint so we can get from where we are to where we want to be.Alex Pursglove is a coach, keynote speaker, and solopreneur! She hosts retreats and does one-on-one coaching with women that allows them to connect deeply with their intuition, empowering them to own their value and live a life that lights you up inside!She also has her own podcast! Check out the "Igniting Ecstasy in Business," a show that provides high-achieving women with a holistic approach to elevating to higher levels in life and business.Check out her website here, and feel free to reach out to her on either Instagram or Linkedin.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twenty-two of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Anatoliy Labinskiy as we discuss the importance of resilience, strong will, and trusting the process. Anatoliy Labinskiy is originally from Ukraine, and now lives in Portugal with his family - but immigrating wasn't all that easy. Today, Anatoliy tells us about the many adversities he faced not only as a budding business owner, but as an expecting father trying to make money for his son. He also has his own podcast! Check out the "Ecom Business Stream!" to learn how to achieve success in your business from a skilled set of entrepreneurs, executives, and investors!Check out Anatoliy's personal website here, GSM Growth Agency here, and please remember to donate to the cause in Ukraine 🇺🇦 You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twenty-one of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, General Rodney Fogg as we talk about the importance of leadership, patience, and a good attitude.Rodney Fogg is a retired two-star Army General who has worked his way up from platoon leader, to two-star General, to Deputy Chief of Staff of Logistics - and that of course didn't come without his challenges.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twenty of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Today, I am sharing my thoughts on inclusive leadership, and what it means to work towards something and not give up no matter the obstacles that could stand in your way. We can all have more Failuretastic moments in our lives - as long as we stay persistent, and keep the right mindset! Remember: F + RR = S! (Failure + Right Response = Success!)You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode nineteen of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Cate Johnson as we talk about the importance of resilience and persistence when faced with failure.Dr. Catherine "Cate" Johnson brings 30 years of development experience in more than 40 countries in areas of democracy and governance, maternal-child health, gender and development, conflict resolution, food security, civ-mil partnerships, and child welfare. Cate has achieved a Bronze Level in the equestrian sport of dressage, earned her green belt in Tae Kwon Do, and is a certified Hatha Yoga Instructor - which is what she spends her time teaching now that she has retired from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).Check out Cate's personal website here, and the website for The Market Project here - a place that helps create a safe work environment for trauma survivors. She also has a youtube channel, which you can check out here as well!You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode eighteen of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Tammy Cho as we talk about the importance of self-love and confidence to learn from your failures and overcome them. Tammy Cho is a body whisperer, self-love embodiment guide, psychosomatic therapist, and CEO of Path To The Heart. Having served as a registered nurse in the psycho-spiritual industry for 20 years and having overcome anxiety, depression, and chronic burnout without medications, she now helps entrepreneurs to create energetic alignment and reach their next level of abundance.Discover what your face says about you Complementary Masterclass Here!You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode seventeen of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Robert "Cujo" Teschner, as we talk about leadership, accountability and determination. Cujo Teschner is a retired F-15 / F-22 fighter pilot and has extensive experience in tactical planning and execution as well as organizational leadership. He retired as a full Colonel after having cancer-related issues, and started an international consulting practice called VMax Group. You can check their website out here! Along with being an award-winning aviator, Cujo is an award-winning writer and author! Check out his book "Debrief to Win." You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode sixteen of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Dorothy Graham O'Dell as we talk about overcoming adversity, trusting our gut, and understanding that our worth comes from within - not from what others have to say about our journey. Dorothy Graham O'Dell is an author, podcast host, and life coach. She helps people realize their true potential, and find who they are authentically. She hosts events, programs of several different lengths, and has her own podcast and book!Check her website out here! You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode fifteen of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Mike Ryan as we delve into the importance of finding your purpose, accepting your failures, and the value of building not only physical, but mental and emotional stamina in your life.Mike Ryan is a retired Colonel of the United States Air Force. He has led his life by asking himself "why?" instead of "what?" and explains that when a person asks themselves why, the what and how become clear - allowing failure to just be another part of the process.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode fourteen of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Ryoko Fukui, as she discusses her experiences with failure and the importance of a positive mindset.Ryoko Fukui, who immigrated many years ago from Japan, now lives in Canada and works as a certified Canfield trainer! She focuses on living a life that aligns with your values - satisfaction, happiness, and success come from within.Check out her podcast, "The RYOKO Show" where she explores self-esteem, overcoming fear, and the power of the subconscious mind.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode thirteen of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Mark Graban as we discuss the importance of perspective, and good leadership.Mark Graban is an author, speaker, consultant, and podcaster! He is an experienced leader working mainly in manufacturing, healthcare, and software startup. He has gone onto write a variety of books about "Lean" leadership. Check out his podcast "My Favorite Mistake" and his website!You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode twelve of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Selma Jacinto Domingos as she tells us her experience as an immigrant, a mother, and a life changer.Selma is originally from Angola, and moved here with her three kids with no english background. She is now a successful author and leader, helping people navigate change in their own lives - whether it be about immigration or not. Buy her book, "How to Make It Big in the USA: The great move from Angola to the USA" on Amazon, and visit her website here!You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode eleven of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Jonathan Ashby, as he talks us through his service in the military, his experience as a teacher, and the importance of good leadership within the confines of our military. Jonathan Ashby is a Technical Sergeant and educator in the United States Air Force. As a front-line leader, he highlights the importance of teams feeling supported and heard - mutual respect, especially in high-stress situations is crucial between a leader and his followers. You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode ten of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Gabriela Chang, as she talks us through her perspective of failure as a relationship coach, and what it can mean to have the right mindset.Gabriela Chang is a coach and healer, specializing in relationships and empowering feminine energy. She is here to tell us that a failed relationship can be the start of something beautiful - as failure so many times is! Listen in as she gives us tips on how to take up space, communicate our needs, and accept our emotions as they come instead of pushing them down and escaping.Connect with Gabriela hereYou are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode nine of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Patty Aubery as we discuss her journey as the brand builder of CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL ENTERPRISES and president of the Canfield Training group!Patty Aubery is a billion dollar brand builder, and life coach. She is a trusted advisor for personal development and business strategy, as she herself has experience building her own brand and business with her partner Jack Canfield. With 14 bestselling books, Patty has dedicated years to bolstering speakers, authors, and trainers. But selling millions of copies doesn't come easy...what is the story behind it all? Join us as Patty takes us through her experience with failure, while still being able to accomplish incredible things! Isn't that failuretastic?Connect with Patty hereYou are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode eight of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Sherry Megerle as she talks about her experience being a professor at UT Health in San Antonio!Sherry Megerle is not only a professor, but a nurse with a masters degree in forensics. She now guides future nurses and forensics scientist on the right path, so that their profession can mirror their passion. Along with this, she shares her philosophies on the nature of failing and how it can not only help us become more successful in the long run, but more kind and compassionate people in our every day lives.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode seven of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George A. Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Joe Butler, as we discuss our shared experience in athletics and failure.Joe Butler used to work as a Sports Manager, overseeing teams of people sometimes as young as 19 and 20. As the caretaker of the team, Joe had a birds eye view of the team and everybody that was a part of it. In this conversation, we'll discuss his philosophy of failure and how he helped the young people he worked with view failure in a positive way.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode six of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Masha Sturrock as she shares examples of how failure served as a launchpad in her life over and over again. Masha Sturrock was adopted from Kazakhstan at 10 and brought to the USA. She barely knew english, and had trouble adapting - something you'd have trouble believing after seeing the confident woman she is today! Based out of Texas, Masha spends her time working as a case manager for the homeless, while bringing awareness to suicide prevention across the country. You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode five of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Gregg Martin as we discuss how caring for our mental health as much as our physical health is imperative to our overall well being.Gregg Martin is a Retired Two-Star General in the army. He is now dedicating his life to raising awareness about mental health issues in the military as a whole, with his new book "Bipolar General: My Forever War with Mental Illness" - check that out here, along with his website!You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode four of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Linda Balliro as we discuss how failure is the only way we learn, and move forward. When we fall, we just get up again! Linda Balliro is a vocal teacher and coach, who spent the majority of her life performing as a classically trained singer in Vienna, Austria. She is now a professor at Berklee Boston, and has her own private studio where she teaches students of all ages. Check out her website here and her book, "Being a Singer: The Art, Craft, and Science" here! You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true. Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We live in a world where it’s drummed into our heads that they can be anything that they want to be. You can be a millionaire, you can be president, you, too, can be in the NFL! If you just put your mind to it… But here’s the thing that we all have to face: there will always be something you try that you’re going to suck at!Welcome to episode three of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, General Welton Chase as we discuss different leadership tactics that allow others to accept their failures, and learn from them!Welton Chase served in the United States army for over 30 years, where he eventually became General, commanding platoons of different sizes and overseeing complex assignments. You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We live in a world where it’s drummed into our heads that they can be anything that they want to be. You can be a millionaire, you can be president, you, too, can be in the NFL! If you just put your mind to it… But here’s the thing that we all have to face: there will always be something you try that you’re going to suck at!Welcome to episode two of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful. Join me and our guest, Marissa Faye Cohen as we talk about relationships and how they can affect our self image. Marissa Faye Cohen is a best selling author, top podcaster, inspirational speaker, and healing guide. She speaks all around the country and works with survivors of abuse to help them overcome their trauma and build resilience. Click here to connect with her!***Please note that this podcast touches on subjects of sexual, and emotional abuse.***You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We live in a world where it’s drummed into our heads that they can be anything that they want to be. You can be a millionaire, you can be president, you, too, can be in the NFL! If you just put your mind to it… But here’s the thing that we all have to face: there will always be something you try that you’re going to suck at!Welcome to episode one of Failure is Not the Problem. I’m George Milton, AKA “America’s Failure Coach.” I’ve spent the last 30+ years coaching, mentoring, leading, and training audiences around the world on the positive aspects of how to use their failed experiences to become successful.You are a champion. How do I know? Because you showed up. If you want to be successful, half the battle is showing up. Most of us from a very early age have been conditioned to believe that failure is negative, but that’s simply not true.In this episode, you will learn:I experienced failure from a very young age, but it never stopped my drive to succeed (03:23)Failure is not the problem—it's how you respond to your failure (14:11)Some of the most famous and successful people in history have endured extreme hardship and failure (17:32)Every single failure is an important step in developing our brand (23:03)Let’s connect!Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Failure Is Not The Problem Podcast with George A. Milton. Coming July 13th! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.