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Prioritize Your Health with Angela Manuel Davis

🚴🏽‍♀️Angel Manuel Davis is an international fitness evangelist and motivational coach.  As a former member of the USA Track and Field Team, Angela was a five-time All-American who held world rankings in the 100-meter dash. Angela was also an Olympic Trials semi-finalist, a member of the World Championship team, and a professional runner for Nike. In 2014, Angela appeared on and was a part of the national arena tour. Born into a sports family, Angela’s father Jerry Manuel played, coached, and managed baseball in the MLB. Drive, determination, and a competitive spirit were instilled in Angela from an early age. Angela has been coaching and training private clients for over 15 years. With her motivational message and passion for fitness, Angela created Los Angeles’ most in-demand group cycle class, training influential cultural forces such as Beyoncé, Jay-Z, David Beckham, and Kerry Washington. Equally a powerhouse as a fitness coach and motivational speaker leading events across the country, Davis was featured on Oprah Winfrey’s Live the Life You Want Tour and Oprah’s 20/20 Vision Tour. Most recently, Angela has taken on the title of AARMY Co-Founder & Chief Motivation Officer. 

→IN THIS EPISODE… Joe discusses with Angela her incredible journey in athletics.  From starting as a track star ranked in the top 25 in the world, to pioneering the workout world by coaching with intention and starting AARMY, a dynamic workout lifestyle. Angela gives great advice on how to make fitness a priority as well as how to make it a priority for your children.

 

🔍 Breakdown with Angela Manuel Davis:

 

Chapter 1 (0:00​) Introducing Angela Manuel Davis

Joe introduces Angela.

 

Chapter 2 (2:16) Motivation through movement

Being born into an athletic family, Angela grew up with the idea that everyone who moves is an athlete.  By pushing those in her class, Angela can pour in the motivation while they are giving all they can.

 

Chapter 3 (4:32​) Origin story

Angela explains how she started incorporating motivation into her classes. She learned from her father the importance of helping people live their best life and put a demand on their potential.

 

Chapter 4 (7:36) The gift within

Once Angela left track and field she was teaching cycling and workout classes and started feeling the urge to give words of wisdom and inspiration along with the instruction, and realized she couldn’t suppress it and should suppress it.

 

Chapter 5 (11:11) Pioneer in the workout space

Today we see Peloton, but before that there was Angela. She was the first to incorporate inspiration and words of praise into exercise. She develops a coaching relationship versus that of instruction only.

 

Chapter 6 (14:51) Finding gratitude within

Angela credits her mom for the importance of gratitude in her life. She explains how to wake up in gratitude, purpose, and how to choose a mindset.

 

Chapter 7 (21:34) Daily ritual

Start with why and incorporate that into your day. When you start your day with gratitude and good intentions, it stays with you throughout your day.

 

Chapter 8 (​27:20) Creation of AARMY

Starting a new business right before a pandemic caused some problems, but also created some opportunities. AARMY is an amazing online workout community that inspires as much as it pushes you physically.

 

Chapter 9 (33​:32) Community and accountability

Find your community. This piece of advice is important to help you with your goals, whether they are for your mind or body.

 

Chapter 10 (39:18) Make the time

You have to prioritize your health on the same level as eating and sleeping. You can’t allow yourself the thought of “you don’t have the time.” No one is going to hand good health and fitness to you.

 

Chapter 11 (42:06) Parental advice 

Make screen time equal to the amount of physical activity. Also, be sure to listen and encourage their own goals so they can have their best sense of self-esteem. 

 

Chapter 12 (46:37) Speed Round Questions

Angela answers some quick questions from her favorite spot in Chicago to her favorite non-important thing to do. 

 

Chapter 13 (50:42) In Closing

Joe wraps up this episode and gives you his favorite takeaways.

 

Material Referenced in this interview:

→Sign Up for AARMY FREE first month!

→AARMY Gear

→Grit by Angela Duckworth

 

📞 Connect with Angela

→https://www.aarmy.com/

→https://angelamanueldavis.com/

→https://www.facebook.com/shapewithangela/

→https://twitter.com/shapewithangela?s=20

→https://www.instagram.com/angelamanueldavis/

 

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→ Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/​

 

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→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/​

→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/​

→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Don't Bury Your Goals with Ben Nemtin

Ben Nemtin is a Canadian producer, writer, speaker, and television personality. Ben Nemtin was born in Victoria, British Columbia. After graduating high school, Nemtin was selected as a member of the Under 19 Canadian national rugby team and earned academic and athletic scholarships to attend the University of Victoria. At University, fed up with the monotony of day-to-day life, Nemtin and his friends set out on a two-week road trip with a camera and a borrowed RV to complete a list of "100 things to do before you die." Along their journey, they asked people the question, "What do you want to do before you die?" For each item they accomplished on their list, they helped a complete stranger do something on their own list. Ben and his friend’s journey gathered attention, so the idea was picked up as a television show on MTV, The Buried Life, of which he is the creator, executive producer, and cast member. Nemtin is co-author of the book, What Do You Want To Do Before You Die?, which entered The New York Times Best Seller list. The show is no longer on air but Ben continues to use those ideals as well as the topic of mental health which he shares as one of the most sought-after keynote speakers.

→IN THIS EPISODE… Joe talks with Ben about his journey from the pressure of being a collegiate athlete to discovering a quest for a deeper meaning for life through his MTV show, The Buried Life. Ben discusses goal setting, making bucket lists, and mental health. Ben provides many actionable ways you can get started today living your most fulfilling life, and not a life of longing or living vicariously through others.

 

🔍 Breakdown with Ben Nemtin:

 

Chapter 1 (0:00​) Introducing Ben Nemtin

Joe introduces Ben.

 

Chapter 2 (1:50) From national rugby to The Buried Life

Ben tells Joe about the peaks and the large valley that took him from a top rugby athlete to exploring more of what life has to offer with his friends.

 

Chapter 3 (6:07​) Surround yourself with friends

Diving deeper, Ben explores how he was able to surround himself with the right people who helped inspire and motivate him.

 

Chapter 4 (18:03) Brain fitness

Changing the stigma of mental health and being able to talk about it and seek help for it, Ben speaks out about changing the narrative.

 

Chapter 5 (23:14) What to do after achievement

Creating your list should evolve as you evolve, so ideally there will not be a moment when you are done.  Your list should be a reflection of you and fulfilling continually.

 

Chapter 6 (26:54) Accountability for your goals

76% of people feel they lived a life for someone else, and not themselves. Ben explains how important it is to have an accountability partner to ensure you are completing the goals you set for yourself.

Chapter 7 (​30:14) 30 over 3

Joe shares a plan he started with his wife. This framework is set so ⅓ is about you, ⅓ is about your family, and ⅓ is about giving back. Joe has this templated framework available for you to download on notalmostthere.com.

 

Chapter 8 (​32:20) Most significant gift

There have been so many opportunities to provide life-changing gifts for people over the years, and Ben shares his most memorable including giving a girl a bionic hand.

 

Chapter 9 (42:28) Managing your time

How you can carve out time if you find yourself thinking you don’t have enough time in your day. Ben gives actionable advice on how to do that, and it begins with prioritizing your day.

 

Chapter 10 (46:18) Speed round questions

Ben answers Joe’s questions about who inspires him, his favorite book, and more.

 

Chapter 11 (49:37) Wrap-Up

Joe concludes the episodes and provides a tool through the Not Almost There website to help with your own goals/bucket list

 

Material Referenced in this interview:

→What Do You Want To Do Before You Die? By Ben Nemtin

 

📞 Connect with Ben

→https://www.bennemtin.com/

→https://www.bennemtin.com/set-a-goal/

→https://www.facebook.com/bennemtin/

→https://twitter.com/bennemtin

→https://www.instagram.com/bennemtin/

 

👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link 

→ Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/​

 

Connect with Joe on social here:

→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/​

→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/​

→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Be Who You Want To Be with Maysoon Zayid

Maysoon Zayid is an actress, comedian, writer, and disability advocate. She is the co-founder/co-executive producer of the New York Arab American Comedy Festival, The Muslim Funny Fest, and has one of the most viewed TedTalks, with over 11 million views. As a professional comedian, Maysoon has performed in top New York clubs and has toured extensively in the US and abroad. She was a headliner on the Arabs Gone Wild Comedy Tour, and The Muslims Are Coming Tour. Maysoon appeared alongside Adam Sandler in You Don’t Mess with the Zohan and has written for VICE. She walked in New York Fashion Week, tap-danced on Broadway, written a best-selling memoir called ‘Find Another Dream,’ and is proud to be an ambassador for the Cerebral Palsy Foundation.

→IN THIS EPISODE… Joe talks with Maysoon about her incredible entertainment career. Born with cerebral palsy, her journey to the stage has been a unique one. She has achieved every goal she has set for herself, including being a critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, TED Talk superstar, a reoccurring role on General Hospital, a proud cat mom, and an advocate for people with disabilities. And yet, with all she has achieved, she is still setting goals and has so much she has yet to accomplish.

 

🔍 Breakdown with Maysoon Zayid:

 

Chapter 1 (0:00​) Introducing Maysoon Zayid

Joe introduces Maysoon.

 

Chapter 2 (2:32) Find another dream

Maysoon took some advice to find another dream in a completely different direction.  Maysoon never let anything stand in her way.

 

Chapter 3 (5:04​) Inspirational for all the right reasons

Don’t be inspired by Maysoon because she is disabled, be inspired because she is a Stand-Up Comedian who sells out theaters, a best-selling author, and an actress on General Hospital.

 

Chapter 4 (6:26) Life goals

Maysoon was a born performer. She always knew she wanted to be on TV or Broadway, and she never let her disability define her or block any of her dreams.

 

Chapter 5 (8:21) Road to comedy

It was in stand-up comedy that Maysoon found her home. After graduating from Arizona State, she started auditioning for acting roles and didn’t get any callbacks.  Where she ended up finding people that she identified with was in Stand-Up Comedy.

 

Chapter 6 (10:56) Current projects

Maysoon shares all of her current projects, ranging from virtual comedy shows to teaching a class at an Ivy League College.

 

Chapter 7 (​13:08) The American Dream

Something people may not consider is the struggles of immigrants from refugee camps.  Maysoon has the perspective of knowing a life that does not afford necessary privileges while living in Sudan.

 

Chapter 8 (​18:54) Speed Round of Questions

Joe asks Maysoon some rapid-fire questions from favorite actors to her thoughts on her TEDx Talk, which has over 11 million views.

 

Chapter 9 (23:44) Only you can define you

The best advice Maysoon has for you is to be who you want to be and not to let anyone else tell you who you should be.

 

Chapter 10 (25:22) Wrap-Up

Final thoughts from Joe.

 

Material Referenced in this interview:

→Find Another Dream! By Maysoon Zayid 

→I got 99 problems (TEDx video)

→The Teddy Bear Habit by James Collier

 

📞 Connect with Maysoon

→https://maysoon.com/

→https://maysoon.com/beyonce-the-cat/

→https://www.facebook.com/maysoonzayid/

→https://twitter.com/maysoonzayid

→https://www.instagram.com/maysoonzayid/

 

👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link 

→ Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/​

 

Connect with Joe on social here:

→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/​

→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/​

→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

How to Never Forget a Name with Nelson Dellis

Nelson Charles Dellis is an American memory athlete, although he won’t call himself that.  His titles include Grandmaster of Memory, mountaineer, published author, public speaker, and consultant. He is a four-time USA Memory Champion, tying the record for most wins of the national memory champion title. He is also one of the co-founders of Memory League (formerly, Extreme Memory Tournament). Nelson also runs Climb 4 Memory - a nonprofit which aims to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer's disease research through mountain climbs around the world.

 

→IN THIS EPISODE… Joe discusses with 4x USA Memory Champ, Nelson Dellis, his experiences climbing Mount Everest, how he got started in memory games/competitions, and his philanthropic cause, Climb 4 Memory. Nelson shares actionable exercises you can use today so you never again have to say, “Sorry, I’m horrible with names.”  It’s so empowering to know that, with practice and imagination, you CAN cultivate your memory superpower and apply it to any part of your life. 

🔍 Breakdown with Nelson Dellis:

 

Chapter 1 (0:00​) Introducing Nelson Dellis

Joe introduces Nelson.

 

Chapter 2 (1:57) Everest vs Memory Champion

What is harder, climbing Everest or becoming a Memory Champion? It’s tricky to choose one, as they are so different, but Nelson explains the challenges of both.

 

Chapter 3 (2:58​) Everest Unpacked

Over 800 trek to the Everest summit every year, but only a fraction are able to actually complete it.  There is a 1% death rate, and Nelson experienced all of the challenges the mountain had to offer.

 

Chapter 4 (11:18) Climbing Interest

Travel had been an interest of Nelson’s and wanted to travel with a sense of purpose. Mountains had an existential pull for him and thus started his mountaineering journey.

 

Chapter 5 (12:39) Memory Path Begins

Around the time Nelson began exploring mountains, his grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. This started his fascination with memory and how the brain works.

 

Chapter 6 (17:03) Memory Techniques within Schools

Memory techniques would be a great fundamental lesson kids should learn in school. Remembering facts is crucial to a school-aged child’s success.

 

Chapter 7 (​19:39) Most Common Question

How to memorize names is a common question and something that we could use in our everyday lives. Nelson is also asked about speed reading.

 

Chapter 8 (​21:31) Actionable ways to improve memory

Nelson gives some great exercises on how to improve their memory. Place value in the person you are talking to no matter who they are.

 

Chapter 9 (30:50) How to be present while memorizing

Being present while trying to memorize seems counterintuitive.  Nelson gives tips on who to do both, most important to keep in mind, is the more you practice, the quicker these techniques happen.

 

Chapter 10 (​33:56) Speed Reading

Speed reading can often be a hoax or a parlor trick.  Nelson explains the gift isn’t about reading as fast as possible, but reading efficiently so you can get through the material quickly and retain what you read.

 

Chapter 11 (37:06) Entrepreneurial Spirit

If not in the memory world, Nelson would be running his own business. He also has a strong interest in coaching and teaching so would be a college professor.

 

Chapter 12 (38:28​) Overcoming introverted tendencies

One on one is much more daunting than speaking to a room of thousands.  Nelson read a lot about how to be better at his interpersonal skills. Just like memory, the more you practice interactions, the easier they become.

 

Chapter 13 (42:58​) Climb 4 Memory

Bringing awareness to the importance of taking care of your brain health was important to Nelson. He felt combining his interest in climbing with memory and brain health was a perfect partnership.

 

Chapter 14 (45:12​) Speed round of Questions

Joe asks Nelson a series of questions he answers quickly and off the cuff, from his favorite activities to how he met his wife.

 

Chapter 15 (47:20) Wrap-Up

Final thoughts from Joe.

 

Material Referenced in this interview:

→Memory Superpowers! (Children’s Book) By Nelson Dellis 

→Remember It! By Nelson Dellis 

→Read a Book in a Day (youtube speed read video)

→Memory Games - Netflix Special Documentary

→The Game by Neil Strauss

→Quantum Memory Power by Dominic O’Brien

 

📞 Connect with Nelson

→http://nelsondellis.com/ 

→https://www.everestmemory.com/ (memory masterclass)

→https://www.climb4memory.org/

→https://www.nelsondellis.com/my-blog/

→https://www.nelsondellis.com/memory-tips

 

👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link 

→ Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/​

 

Connect with Joe on social here:

→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/​

→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/​

→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

The Third Door with Alex Banayan

🚪Alex Banayan, author, interview guru, and speaker. Throughout his unprecedented journey, Banayan’s research led him to interview the most innovative leaders of the past half-century, including Bill Gates, Lady Gaga, Larry King, Maya Angelou, Steve Wozniak, Jane Goodall, Jessica Alba, Quincy Jones, and more. Alex is also the youngest bestselling business author in American history. The Third Door chronicles Banayan’s seven-year quest to uncover the definitive mindset of exponential growth and success. Alex was also named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list and Business Insider’s “Most Powerful People Under 30,” Banayan is his generation’s leading expert in high-performance and personal development, having been featured in Fortune, CNBC, Businessweek, The Washington Post, MSNBC, Fox News, and NBC News. Banayan has presented the Third Door™ framework to corporate leadership teams around the world, including Apple, Google, Nike, IBM, Snapchat, Salesforce, Delta Airlines, Kaiser Permanente, Mastercard, and Disney.

→IN THIS EPISODE… Alex Banayan discusses his journey and how he was able to achieve his dream by meeting his heroes. Along the way, he gained valuable course-changing lessons he put into his phenomenal book, The Third Door. Take a moment to connect with Joe and Alex about these insights from many including a rare job shadow with Tony Hsieh to a valuable life lesson from his father.

🔍 Breakdown with Alex Banayan:

IN THIS EPISODE
Chapter 1 (0:00​​​) Intro Alex Banayan
Joe introduces Alex and sets up the episode.

Chapter 2 (4:31​​) Tony Hsieh's Master Class in Leadership
One person Alex has met during his mentorship journey was Tony Hsieh. Alex shares how he was able to shadow Tony, and his biggest takeaways from that experience.

Chapter 3 (​10:39​​) You Have to Ask
Shadowing someone like Tony Hsieh taught Alex a valuable lesson; help is always there for you if you dare to ask.

Chapter 4 (​12:39​​) Reluctant Family Support
Being a child of an immigrant family there were certain expectations and a path predetermined, but Alex chose a different way. At early as Alex’s late teens, he knew he had a burning desire to meet his heroes and ask them interesting questions.

Chapter 5 (19:58​​​) Heart-Based Choices
Doing things Alex’s way. He had to go with personal intuition and balance between studying and looking within yourself.

Chapter 6 (23:00​​​) Qi Lu Lessons
Qi was working not from the fuel of ambition but from the fuel of gratitude, this was just one lesson Alex was able to take away from such an iconic visionary.

Chapter 7 (30:05​​) Warren Buffet Valuable Lessons
8 months of full immersion researching Warren Buffet changed Alex’s perspective and made a very clear realization. Integrity is the single most important quality for a person to achieve great success.

Chapter 8 (​35:49​​) Effectiveness of Person to Person interaction
Technology has changed, but human beings have not. Alex learned this great lesson from Larry King, and there is no better way to connect than seeing them eye to eye. Alex also explains how to manifest this in a covid-world.

Chapter 9 (45:20​​​) What Do You Actually Want from Steve (Woz) Wozniak
Make sure you articulate/write what your goal is, and focus on what makes you happy and how to get there.

Chapter 10 (50:18​​​) Lady Gaga at an Unexpected Moment
The only thing you have control over is your actions.

Chapter 11 (​54:17​​) Quincy Jones was a Life-Changing Interview
The opposite of success isn’t a failure, the opposite of success isn’t trying; that idea is something that occurred to Alex after reflecting on his amazing experience with Quincy.

Chapter 12 (​59:05​​) A burning question from Cal Fussman
Ask the questions that you feel come from the heart and not the head. Best interviews come when curiosity is in the driver’s seat.

Chapter 13 (1:03:12​​) In Closing — Lessons From a Father
Making money is great, but if you are doing it at someone else’s expense, then that's not a success. Also, some rapid questions with some rapid answers.

Material Referenced in this interview:

→The Third Door by Alex Banayan

→Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh

→https://www.gladwellbooks.com/​

 

📞 Connect with Alex

→http://thirddoorbook.com/​

→https://www.facebook.com/AlexBanayan/​

→https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbanayan/​

→https://www.instagram.com/alexbanayan/​

→https://twitter.com/AlexBanayan​

 

👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link

→ Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/​​

 

Connect with Joe on social here:

→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/​​

→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthe...​

→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Think Like a Navy Seal with JP Dinnell

JP Dinnell is a former Navy SEAL and was sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser. J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, in Charlie Platoon. He is a true American Hero. Upon his return, J.P. connected and partnered with Jocko Wilnik’s organization, Echelon Front, helping rebuild and enhance corporate/life/leadership training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. He serves as Director of Tactical Training Programs, leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor.

→IN THIS EPISODE...

JP dives into his life’s calling being a part of the Navy Seals, his grit determination, and bringing what he learned in combat to training the masses who are looking to hone and develop their own leadership skills.

 

🔍 Breakdown with JP Dinnell:

 

Chapter 1 (0:00​) Intro JP Dinnell - Becoming A Navy Seal

JP introduces himself and shares how his journey started becoming a Navy SEAL. 

 

Chapter 2 (3:01) Adversity at Recruiting

Confidence was instilled in JP; becoming a Navy Seal was a calling. Going to the recruiting office JP wasn’t met with the warm welcome one might anticipate.

 

Chapter 3 (8:15​) Getting Accepted Into BUD/S* 

It wasn’t easy, but JP never lost focus. He was intentional of his choices from his early days in the Navy to set himself up to become a seal, from his ASVAB** test to being intentional about his job selection.

 

Chapter 4 (​20:47) Source of Self-Confidence 

Self-assurance came to JP from an early age knowing he was doing what he was meant to do. JP thrived in combat situations.

 

Chapter 5 (31:50​) Leadership  

JP draws a direct correlation between leadership capabilities and every organization.  He goes into the good qualities of a leader and how he has been able to develop those skills in people.

 

Chapter 6 (34:33​) Advice to Refocus 

Prioritize and execute. JP identifies a loss of focus that happens when people come out of alignment within their life.

 

Chapter 7 (36:30) Breaking Point of Quitting

If you have a mindset of quitting, then you are already done. It's a mindset. Keep your focus on finishing and you will complete it.

 

Chapter 8 (​41:25) Leveling Up

Change the people you hang out with if they are contributing to your growth. JP also discusses 75 hard and the positive impact he had in his life.

 

Chapter 9 (51:45​) Signature Energy Drink  

Sniper Sour Apple is JP’s new Energy Drink and a professional milestone in its creation.

 

Chapter 10 (​52:53) Exercising With Your Partner

Prioritize quality time with your loved ones.  Take the time with your family so you don’t lose them.

 

Chapter 11 (​54:11) Echelon Front Online Courses 

EFonline. JP instructs online courses and has a leadership platform where you can progress at their own speed.

 

Chapter 12 (56:19​) Making Time to Learn  

Put on your earbuds and learn. No excuses, you have the time, just make it a priority.

 

Material Referenced in this interview:

→https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard

→75 HARD: A TACTICAL GUIDE TO WINNING THE WAR WITH YOURSELF by Andy Frisella

 

📞 Connect with JP

→https://efonline.com/ (Leadership course)

→https://echelonfront.com/jp-dinnell/

→https://originmaine.com/nutrition/jocko-go-drink-sour-apple-sniper-pack-of-12/ (link for JP’s Energy Drink code:americanmade 10% off)

→Follow JP @JPDinnell on all social media

 

👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link 

→ Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/​

 

Connect with Joe on social here:

→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/​

→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/​

→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

 

*Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL

Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) Training (24 weeks) BUD/S is a 24-week training course that develops the SEAL candidates' mental and physical stamina and leadership skills.

 

**Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery

ASVAB stands for the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, which is a multiple-choice test that helps you identify which Army jobs (Military Occupational Specialties) would be best for you.

The Power of Communication with Cal Fussman

Cal Fussman is an American journalist and author. He was a writer at large for Esquire magazine, known for the What I've Learned column, where he interviews leaders in various fields, which have included Larry King, Robert Duvall, Robert De Niro, Julio Ceasar Chavez, Al Pacino, George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Bruce Springsteen, Barbara Walters, Serena Williams, John Wooden, and Muhammad Ali to name a few.

Cal has the gift to ask the right questions, which has taken him on adventures all over the world. He has met and learned a great deal from those he has the pleasure to sit down and just break bread with.

→IN THIS EPISODE...

Cal tells Joe stories from his incredible career. He has had an envious journalistic journey that brought him to learn how to ask the right questions to discover the most engaging, real answers

 

🔍 Breakdown The Power of Communication with Cal Fussman:

 

Chapter 1 (0:00​) Intro Cal Fussman - Training for Julio Ceasar Chavez (pt1)

Joe introduces Cal and asks which was harder, training for a Spartan Race or a fight with Julio Ceasar Chavez. The answer is the fight with Julio and what a journey that was!

 

Chapter 2 (5:12) Spartan: Exit Strategy

Cal went from not being able to do one pull-up to completing the hardest Spartan experience.

 

Chapter 3 (13:51​) Journey to the Ring

When Cal was 16 he entered Golden Gloves from a pure love of boxing. He was advised to wait a year, but Cal would not hear be deterred. The match did not go in his favor which led Cal to his match with Julio Cesar Chavez 20 years later in this tale of redemption.

 

Chapter 4 (22:50​) I Came Back the Next Day - Training for Chavez (pt2)

After seeing Chavez fight, Cal got to do a 1-round fight with Chavez for GQ magazine. Training is far more grueling than Cal was prepared for, but he never quit, gave him his redemption story, and saved his life.

 

Chapter 5 (31:02​) The Fight

The dance is finally here. Cal had a chance to go toe to toe with Julio and he lasted more than the one round planned with the greatest fighter at the time. 

 

Chapter 6 (33:07​) My Training Saved my Life

During an assignment reporting on Carnival in Brazil, Cal was able to use his training when confronted with a harrowing situation.

 

Chapter 7 (44:29​) Full Immersion

Cal counts himself fortunate to be able to immerse himself and travel to experience his stories and articles, and to begin his writing career when there was an absence of the internet. 

Chapter 8 (51:10​) World Traveler

In the early 80’s, Cal found himself out of work after the magazine, Inside Sports,  he was writing for folded.  He decided to take some time off and do some traveling. Little did he realize, this would turn into a 10 year journey which transformed the way he interviewed and conversed with people, often without the use of language.

 

Chapter 9 (1:01:53​) Robert Duvall - A Short Story

Cal shares a short story about interviewing Robert Duvall and a horse.

Chapter 10 (1:03:21​) Listen to your Gut

When traveling, Cal had to rely on the kindness of strangers, and would use his gut and simply trust his instincts on who to converse and go home with.

 

Chapter 11 (1:07:05​) Robert De Niro

Cal had an unconventional, but transformative interview with Bobby De Niro.  Cal used De Niro’s regret to have a beautiful family memory.

 

Chapter 12 (1:19:50​) How I Met Your Mother

Cal shares the story of how he met the love of life, which is an amazing piece of his 10 year world travels.

 

Chapter 13 (1:27:09​) Larry King My Friend

They had an agent in common, and Cal asked to help with Larry’s book.  This project is what cemented their relationship, and is what kicked off Cal joining Larry’s legendary breakfast group.

 

Chapter 14 (1:34:24​) Laird Hamilton - A Short Story

Cal shares a short story about interviewing Laird Hamilton and riding large waves.

 

Chapter 15 (1:37:02​) Thoughts on Health Care

During this pandemic, Cal ponders the sad connection of furloughs and layoffs and the loss of healthcare amidst coronavirus.

 

Chapter 16 (1:40:02) Closing conversation with Laurent Duvernay-Tardif

Laurent was put in a hard situation, he was a doctor in Canada, as well as a guard for the Super Bowl winning Kansas City Chiefs. He had to choose between working on the Covid front lines or continue on with his NFL career.

 

Material Referenced in this interview:

→Spartan: Exit Strategy Documentary Amazon Prime

→Paper Lion by George Plimpton

→Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas  by Hunter S Thompson

→My Remarkable Journey by Larry King and Cal Fussman

→Viome Gut Health Diagnostic Health by Naveen Jain

 

📞 Connect with Cal

→https://www.calfussman.com/

→https://www.calfussman.com/podcast​ (link for podcast)

 

👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link 

→ Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/​

 

Connect with Joe on social here:

→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/​

→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/​

→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Lead from the Front with Greg Amundson

Greg Amundson has spent nearly twenty years in Military and Law Enforcement service to include details as a Special Weapons and Tactics Team Operator (SWAT) and Sniper in Santa Cruz County, a Captain in the United States Army, a Special Agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on the Southwest Border and an Agent on the highly effective Border Enforcement Security Taskforce (BEST) Team.

A former owner of the nation’s first CrossFit gym, Greg has traveled around the world teaching functional fitness and self-mastery principles for over nineteen years. Greg is the founder of the CrossFit Goal Setting Trainer Course and the CrossFit Law Enforcement Application Course. Greg is a Krav Maga Black Belt, Reserve Peace Officer, and Law Enforcement Chaplain in Santa Cruz. and is a five-time #1 bestselling author, and co-founder of Eagle Rise Publishing, which has produced numerous bestselling books.

→IN THIS EPISODE...
Greg shares his life journey and lessons learned throughout the way.  Greg explains his faith first philosophy, how he got into CrossFit, and various stories that shaped his life including how 

🔍 Breakdown of Lead from the Front with Greg Amundson:

Chapter 1 (0:00) Intro Greg Amundson - from Don’t Stop to Keep Going
Joe introduces Greg and asks him about his background as an author. Greg explains how faith and his relationship with God began from a young age, and that relationship is what helps him focus on fitness and inspires him as an author.

Chapter 2 (5:30) Work Transition
Greg made a huge life transition from DEA to a pastor. Greg looks back at the steps he has taken, but time gives that perspective. He also explains to Joe how he has developed his storytelling craft.

Chapter 3 (8:50) 75 Days of Gratitude
Joe shares with Greg about his journey of celebrating a person who had influenced or inspired him for 75 days.

Chapter 4 (11:22) Lesson from a Father
There was a story Greg shared early on in his speaking career he encountered a child who shared his father was in prison, so he would have to end up in prison also. This caused Greg to dedicate his time to teaching metaphysics.  

Chapter 5 (16:41) Transformitive Life
The most compelling response Greg has received about transformation was from an inmate who read “A Warrior and a Monk.” This person discovered their way of thinking was the cause of the effect of their life.

Chapter 6 (21:14) There’s no such thing as Coincidence
There was a moment Greg shared with someone who had a moment of clarity from his artwork. Greg goes on to explain how people deal with suffering or hardship within their faith.

Chapter 7 (28:52) My Cross-FIt Journey
If we open our mind to possibilities, you can experience miracles. Greg was a deputy sheriff and felt like he was in 

Chapter 8 ( 34:37) Knock on your Neighbor’s Door
How do you spread the knowledge of what you just learned? Greg explained how he shared what he learned from CrossFit with others. Greg also discussed how he embarked on his krav maga journey.

Chapter 9 (44:13) How to get through Adversity
Nothing exists in a vacuum.  A principle felt is understood. Greg explains as long as you finish and follow the guides you set for yourself, you are being true to yourself.  If you cut corners or aren’t truthful to yourself that will manifest in other aspects of your life.

Chapter 10 (49:50) Bring Someone Back Who Quits
Greg shares a story about trying to keep a member of his group from quitting.  He realized by focusing on the one, he neglected the rest of the group.  He course-corrected and found that by leading from the front, he set a better example and the group finished strong.

Chapter 11 (57:49) Never Leave a Man Behind
You want everyone to be successful, but at some point, you have to realize you need to focus on the whole for the health of your team and the group at large.  You have faith that even your low performers will see your strength and leadership and will rise to the challenge.

Chapter 12 (1:01:14) Daily Routine
You need to put first things first. Greg puts faith first, and everything else falls into place.  You need to simplify, set your intention, and your priorities will fall into place.

Material Referenced in this interview:
→The Warrior and The Monk by Greg Amundson
→Your Wife is Not Your Sister by Greg Amundson
→More The Good Soldier by Greg Amundson
→Pull-ups in Paradise by Greg Amundson
→Firebreather Fitness by Greg Amundson
→God in Me by Greg Amundson
→Strength To Love by Greg Amundson
→Knowledge of the Most High by Greg Amundson
→ Unbeatable Mind by Mark Divine
→ Krav Maga

📞 Connect with Greg
→https://gregoryamundson.com/
→https://gregoryamundson.com/trainer-c... (link for courses)

👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link 
→ Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/

Connect with Joe on social here:
→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/
→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/
→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Choose Your Hard with Patty Morrissey

Patty Morrissey is the Founder and Head Coach at Clear & Cultivate and creator of The Clear & Cultivate Method™. She was also one of the first KonMari® consultants in the US. She has an undergraduate degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work. An obsession with self-improvement and furthering the common good is the thread throughout her dynamic career in social work, higher education, tech startups, philanthropy, and consulting. 

Patty applies her experience in clinical social work to unpack both the physical and emotional stuff that's getting in your way so that you can become the person you are meant to be. 

Patty believes our own definition of success is the only one that matters.

Choose Your Hard: // Not Almost There // Week Four
In this episode, Patty challenges you to reflect on your life, and create your own life KPIs. She encourages you through reflecting on what life would look like in replay when 100 years old, creating your alter ego, and trying out new challenges before fully committing so you set yourself up for optimal achievement. 

Material Referenced in this interview:
→A Million Miles in a Thousand Years by Donald Miller
→Living with the Monks by Jesse Itzler
→Limitless by Jim Kwik
→More Myself by Alicia Keys
→Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins
→The Wim Hof Method by Wim Hof
→WomanCode: Perfect Your Cycle by Alisa Vitti
→Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything by BG Fogg

Breakdown of Choose Your Hard with Patty Morrissey:

Chapter 1 (0:00) True Authentic Self
Patty’s inspiration came from Benjamin Franklin who carried around a notebook and asks, “What good did I do today?” Don’t give everything you have to those around you and leave nothing for yourself. Set boundaries.

Chapter 2 (4:15) Life KPI’s: Rules to Live a Good Life
A great device to set standards on what you need to be living your best life.  Identify buckets of what you need to be happy.  Track how often you are filling your buckets each week and dedicating time to what fulfills you.

Chapter 3 (7:40) 100 Year Exercise - A Hero’s Journey
Not only what does your life look like at 100, which would imply making a change and making sure that reflection is a positive and fulfilling experience, but start with what you have done now.  What is the movie trailer of your life so far?

Chapter 4 (11:53) Choose your Hard
Life is hard.  Nothing worthwhile is easy, so the best thing you can do is choose which hard works for you. You have to be uncomfortable in order to grow.

Chapter 5 (14:25) Vision Boards
Putting to paper with words and images is a great way to visualize your goals.  Once you have a vision for where you want to go or what you want to accomplish it helps set your focus and opens you up to possibilities. This allows you to experience openness and discovery.

Chapter 6 (19:26) Develop Your Alter Ego
Whatever your aspirational self is; your best qualities, the qualities you wish you had, you develop into your alter ego.  Give your alter ego a name, and harness that persona to give yourself power and permission to be bold. Then ask yourself, “why do you believe that isn’t you already?”

Chapter 7 (30:42) New Definition of Success: How Can I Get Started?
Start with contemplation.  You can’t go after what you want or change your behavior if you know what that is. Have a daily review. Share what you a grateful for when you felt the most alive, and what your shortcomings are.  This opens you up to how you can make tomorrow better.  It will force you to change bad habits.

Chapter 8 (37:20) Key Take-Aways for Parents
Kids don’t have the same baggage as we do.  When talking with your children, don’t impose your opinions on them.  You don’t need to put so much effort into their personal growth, you just need to create the right conditions for them to thrive.

Chapter 9 (41:25) Relationship Between Organization and Your Life
Think about the power of design. Focus on what you want your surroundings to trigger.  The life you are trying to create is prompted by the conditions you set up.  Take a look at how your environment supports your best behavior.

Chapter 10 (45:50) My Successful Habits: 30 Day Self Care
Give yourself permission to be unstructured.  Time block your week, look at your KPI bucket and make sure you set yourself times during the day.  Most importantly, do what works best for you.  Also if you are trying to start a new habit/routine try it before you fully commit.  Make sure it makes sense for you.

Connect with Patty

→https://www.clearcultivate.com/
→https://www.clearcultivate.com/reflections (worksheet)

Feel free to learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link 
→ Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/

Connect with Joe on social here:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/
Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura

Start at One Mile with Mirna Valerio

Mirna is an ultra runner, mountain biker, blogger, author, Mom, and so much more. She started Fat Girl Running, which is about her experiences as a larger woman in a world of thinner athletes. She has completed 14 ultramarathons and has quite a few more slated for the near future. 

You may have seen Mirna's athletic story in the WSJ, Runner's World, on the NBC Nightly News, CNN, and/or The CW Network. REI also produced a short documentary about Mirna, The Mirnavator, that went viral. Her writing has been featured in Women's Running Magazine, Self Magazine Online, Outside Online, and Runner's World Magazine. She was also chosen as a 2018 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year.

I just recently met Mirna when she was a Keynote speaker at Refuel, a conference I created in which we quickly mention. In this episode, we talk about how she trained Will Smith for his first race, what people can do when they don't know how to start an exercise program and what to say to yourself when you feel negative energy from others.     

If you are struggling with getting your engine started or need some extra motivation to keep going, then I highly suggest you check out this episode.

Here's a link to Refuel which was mentioned: www.dealerinspire.com/refuel