The world is changing faster than ever — from AI-driven disruption to career uncertainty — and many people are wondering what comes next. In this powerful episode of Finding Better, John Suzuki sits down with Andrew Brummer, leadership coach and author of Leading Magnanimously, to talk about reinvention, mindset, and how to move forward when the ground shifts beneath your feet. After receiving the call no one wants to get at age 53, Andrew chose service over panic and transformed uncertainty into purpose. What followed was a global coaching journey spanning continents, industries, and cultures — proving that it’s never too late to start again. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn:1. Why mindset — and “heartset” — determine how you handle change2. How taking action quickly can break fear-based spirals3. Why serving others is often the fastest path to clarity and momentum4. How Andrew built a thriving coaching practice without a degree or network5. The power of asking yourself the right questions at critical moments6. Why leadership always starts with leading yourself 💡 Key Takeaways:1. You may not control what happens to you, but you always control your response2. Energy builds energy — action creates momentum3. Helping others can pull you out of your own fear and uncertainty4. Reinvention is possible at any age when values guide decisions If you’re navigating change, uncertainty, or reinvention, this episode will give you perspective, tools, and hope. 👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement right now. Connect with Andrew:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewbrummer/ Twitter: https://x.com/AndrewBrummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ardunan.village/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ardunan Website: https://www.ardunan.com 

In this special holiday episode of Finding Better, John Suzuki shares a heartfelt solo reflection on love, forgiveness, gratitude, and finding peace in a divided world. As the holiday season brings both joy and tension, John offers a powerful reminder: we are far more connected than we realize. Through personal stories, thought-provoking perspective shifts, and deeply human lessons, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect—with yourself and with others. John explores why the opposite of love isn’t hate, but fear… how forgiveness can literally lift a lifetime of emotional weight… and why gratitude may be one of the most powerful tools we have for mental and emotional well-being. Whether you’re preparing for a difficult family gathering, feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, or simply looking for meaning during the holidays, this conversation is an invitation to find peace—starting within. In this episode, you’ll hear about:1. Why we are all more connected than we think2. How forgiveness can free you, even when the other person isn’t present3. Why fear—not hate—is the true opposite of love4. How gratitude shifts your mindset and emotional health5. What “Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me” really means This episode is about choosing love, practicing grace, and remembering what the holidays are truly about. If this message resonates, please share it with someone who may need it.

What if the reason your relationships feel hard isn’t communication… but your nervous system? In this episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki sits down with Diane McDowell, creator of the Brain to Heart Code, to explore why love can feel unsafe even when everything else in life is working. Diane explains how our brains are wired for survival—not connection—and how a hidden “brain hijack” can turn the people we love most into perceived threats. Together, John and Diane unpack how emotional disconnection happens, why willpower and communication tools aren’t enough, and how learning to regulate your nervous system can completely change how you show up in relationships—from romantic partnerships to work and everyday life. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why most relationship struggles aren’t about communication2. How the “brain hijack” turns closeness into perceived danger3. Why shame and self-blame keep relationship cycles stuck4. How emotional safety changes everything—without needing your partner to change5. The power of calming your nervous system in moments that matter6. Why changing your energy can change the entire relationship dynamic 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Your brain is designed for safety, not connection—and that matters in love2. Understanding your nervous system removes shame and blame3. It only takes one regulated person to shift a relationship4. Emotional safety starts from the inside out5. You don’t need to fix yourself—you need to feel safe being you Connect with Diane McDowell: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-mcdowell/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diane_pqc/Website: https://www.powerfulquestionscoaching.com/ 👉 If this conversation resonated with you, please like, subscribe, and share this episode. Your support helps us continue bringing real conversations about finding better—together.

Want success that fuels you — not drains you? 🚀 In this conversation, Dorota Kosiorek (neuroscience coach, ex-consultant) explains how she hit the “success wall,” rewired her high-achiever brain, and designed a version of success that brings peace and productivity. John Suzuki sits down with Dorota Kosiorek — a former consultant turned neuroscience coach for high achievers — to unpack the mental tools that let you keep winning without burning out. Over 13+ years in high-pressure corporate & startup roles Dorota discovered achievement without peace isn’t success. In this episode we cover practical brain training exercises, the power of one-word shifts, mental rehearsal used by elite athletes, and how to build boundaries and routines that protect your energy. Inside this conversation you’ll learn: 1. Why the words “have to” vs “get to” change how your brain experiences work.2. How the prefrontal cortex explains why mornings are prime for deep work.3. Simple, science-backed exercises (mental rehearsal, visualization) to build confidence and skill.4. How to use the 80/20 rule to stop perfecting low-value tasks and focus on what moves the needle.5. Practical steps to say “no,” set boundaries, and rehearse difficult conversations.6. Why adding the word “yet” unlocks a growth mindset for high achievers. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Reframe language: swap “I have to” → “I get to” (and add “yet” to limiting beliefs).2. Prioritize deep work in the morning — your prefrontal cortex is freshest then.3. Train your brain like an athlete: mental rehearsal builds confidence and improves performance.4. Use the 80/20 rule to focus energy on the 20% that creates 80% of value.5. Start small with daily micro-practices to build sustainable change (boundaries, visualization, morning rituals). Connect with Doroa:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorotakosiorekInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindbydorota/Facebook: https://www.ook: facebook.com/dorota.kosiorek.56/ If this episode helped you rethink success, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and share with a high achiever who needs this. Comment below: what one word will you change today — “have” → “get” or add “yet”?

Want a life that actually matters — not just more stuff? 🎧 In this episode, John Suzuki sits down with Alan Lazaros, founder & CEO of Next Level University, to unpack what it really means to optimize for fulfillment — not just happiness or success. After surviving a near-fatal car accident at 26, Alan rebuilt his life around purpose, personal development, and reaching one’s full potential. Together, John and Alan explore the mathematics of consistency, the compounding effect of tiny daily improvements, and why being “healthy, wealthy, and in love” is so rare — yet worth striving for. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why “fulfillment” (not quick happiness) is the real north star2. How 0.1% daily improvement compounds into massive life outcomes3. How to reframe setbacks as turning points toward purpose4. Why health, wealth, and love are “three full-time jobs”5. How to play the long game using math, mindset, and meaning6. Why community and belonging will be the next true competitive edge 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Small, consistent improvement beats intensity — every time2. Fulfillment is a by-product of pursuing your full potential3. True balance in health, wealth, and love requires intention4. The rate of change is exponential — human connection is the anchor Connect with Alan:Facebook: www.facebook.com/alan.lazarosInstagram: www.instagram.com/alazaros88Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextLevelUniversityWebsite: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com If this episode gave you something to think about, hit Like, Subscribe, and Share — and tell us one area you’ll improve by 1% today.

🍂 A Thanksgiving special from John Suzuki — gratitude as a daily practice that transforms your life. In this special Thanksgiving edition of Finding Better, host and guest John Suzuki shares a heartfelt, evergreen message about gratitude — why it matters, how it changes your brain and relationships, and a simple 60-second exercise you can do anywhere. John reads a brief ChatGPT summary of the science behind gratitude, shares personal stories (including a multi-generation gratitude ritual), and gives practical steps to make gratitude part of your everyday life. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: neural benefits of gratitude; a 60-second practice; how gratitude deepens relationships; how to use gratitude during difficult family moments; and John’s personal ancestor gratitude ritual. 💡 Key Takeaways: Gratitude strengthens neural pathways for optimism — practice consistently. A short routine anchors you in the present and supports resilience. Expressing appreciation deepens relationships and reduces conflict.  If this episode helped you, please Like, Subscribe, and Share — and try saying “thank you” to someone today. Leave a comment with your 60-second gratitude experience.

🌱 Feeling restless after years of success? This episode is for you — midlife reinvention doesn’t have to be scary. John Suzuki sits down with Shelley McIntyre, a reinvention partner who helps midlife professionals step out of their corporate identities and into meaningful second-act careers. Together, they explore what it means to hear the “little voice,” rebuild curiosity, and make courageous transitions without fear and doubt taking over. Whether you’re exploring consulting, creative work, entrepreneurship, or a personal pivot, this episode delivers grounded, compassionate guidance for reinventing your next chapter. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why you must stop ignoring the “little voice” — and what it’s trying to tell you.2. How to explore new passions safely while still employed.3. How curiosity and imagination get crushed — and how to reignite them.4. The story-driven method Shelley uses to uncover true identity and core values.5. Why reinvention is a layered process, not a dramatic leap.6. The growing importance of human skills, community, and empathy in the age of AI. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Follow curiosity in small, manageable moments — it compounds over time.2. Ask 10 people: “When I’m at my best, what am I like?” to reveal your essence.3. Your corporate mask is not your identity — it can be safely peeled back.4. Reinvention requires both safety and support; choose your circle wisely.5. Human connection is becoming more valuable as technology accelerates. Connect with Shelly McIntyre: 1. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burnthemapcoaching/2. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-mcintyre/ 3. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BurntheMapCoaching  If this conversation resonated, please like, subscribe, and share. And comment below with one curiosity you’ll follow this week.

🎧 Betting on yourself when the odds are against you — that's Chuck Cuda's story.In this episode John Suzuki sits down with Chuck Cuda, author of Ego Strength: Betting on Myself, to unpack how one life-altering choice led to prison and ultimately became the catalyst for a purpose-driven life, entrepreneurship, and legacy-building. Chuck walks us through the raw moments of accountability, the hustle of rebuilding (vending routes, UPS nights, bartending), and the strategic moves that turned small wins into businesses in real estate, physical therapy, and cannabis. This is practical, no-fluff advice for anyone facing setbacks. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: How a single Thanksgiving moment of accountability changed Chuck’s trajectory.The mindset shift from “victim” to owner of your choices.Tactical steps Chuck used to re-enter the workforce, rebuild income, and scale businesses.How curiosity and willingness to do “whatever it takes” unlock new opportunity channels.Real examples of asset-first thinking — buying, fixing, and flipping to build capital.Leadership lessons on legacy, employee development, and scaling people as well as companies. 💡 Key Takeaways:Accountability is the power switch — stop blaming, start acting.Do the work: temporary, humble jobs can fund the comeback and teach resilience.Create repeatable plans and rinse + repeat — consistency wins.Capitalize on small, local, distressed opportunities; parlay returns into bigger plays.Fear is the main limiter — manage risk, experiment early, and learn fast. Connect with Chuck:cuda@opestre.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chuck-cuda/https://www.chuckcuda.com If you got value from this episode, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear this comeback story. Leave a review — it helps more people find honest stories of growth.

🎙️ From a controlling childhood in a religious cult, to two combat tours in Iraq, to calling the shots as a live TV director — Logan’s story is one of survival, radical responsibility, and reinvention. In this episode, John Suzuki sits down with Logan to unpack the choices, the low points, and the moment that changed everything — the decision to fight not only for himself but to model resilience for his daughter. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn:  1.How a strict cult upbringing shaped identity and led to suicidal thinking — and how Logan escaped.2. Why joining the Air Force became both a refuge and a source of further trauma (two tours in Iraq).3. The ways PTSD and hypervigilance followed him home, and how those effects show up in daily life.4. The turning point: the thought that saved him and led to sobriety and radical action.5. How Logan cold-called his way into TV directing — and why pursuing a dream is part of healing.6. What “radical responsibility” really means and practical steps listeners can use to take control.7. How to lead by example so your life becomes a blueprint, not a warning, for the next generation. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Healing often begins with a single conscious decision to stop waiting for rescue and start taking responsibility.2. Trauma compounds when left unaddressed; professional help + sustained action are critical.3. Purpose (like Logan’s directing dream) can be a powerful vehicle for recovery.4. Leading by example — especially for children — can reframe personal struggle into legacy. Connect with Logan:🌐 Website – https://www.theloganunlimited.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/theloganunlimited/💼 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganunlimited/  If this episode hit you, please Like, Subscribe, and Share — and leave a review so we can keep bringing forward stories that help us all find better.

US Veterans Day Special — What happens when military grit meets entrepreneurship? In this special episode of Finding Better, John Suzuki sits down with Army Ranger veteran and Casago founder & CEO Steve Schwab to trace a remarkable journey: from joining the Army to running the largest vacation rental management company in North America. Steve shares the real, practical lessons he learned in uniform and on the road — lessons that translate to every leader, manager, and person pivoting careers. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why joining the military (and the small wins inside it) builds the confidence entrepreneurs need.2. How Steve designed and built his life by surrounding himself with the right people.3. The surprising overlap between leading soldiers, running a fraternity, and managing vacation rentals.4. Practical advice for vets (and civilians) transitioning into business or leadership roles.5. How to spot poisonous relationships and the power of choosing good people. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Confidence is a stack of small wins — design systems so people can win often.2. Surround yourself with people who lift you; people are either healthy or poisonous.3. Discipline, courage, kindness, and loyalty are leadership cornerstones — discipline can be aspirational and built.4. Military experience creates transferable skills for entrepreneurship: structure, risk tolerance, and leadership under pressure.5. Start scrappy, be resourceful, and lead with humility — build teams with complementary skills. Connect with Steve Schwab:💼 LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/s.schwab  If you liked this episode, please like, subscribe, and share — and leave a comment below with a veteran or leader who’s inspired you.

💬 From Teenage Mom to Financial Truth-Teller — you deserve to feel confident with money. In this episode of Finding Better, John Suzuki talks with Linda Grizely, CFP®, money coach and creator of the MeMoney™ method. Linda went from being a teen mom who dropped out of high school to building a life and career rooted in truth, not performance. She teaches women how to stop living by other people’s expectations, start with themselves, and create financial confidence without judgment or lectures. Inside this conversation you’ll learn: Why “better” doesn’t always look like growth on paper — and why that’s okay. How your relationship with money starts with who you are (not just numbers). Linda’s MeMoney™ approach: mindset + practical steps to feel in control of your finances. Real, actionable money moves: stop carrying credit-card interest, use the snowball/avalanche strategy, and build simple saving habits. How slow, honest becoming (not hustle culture) creates sustainable financial wellbeing. Linda’s personal journey: becoming a mom at 16, rebuilding after divorce, and choosing work that aligns with purpose. 💡 Key Takeaways: The path to “better” doesn’t always look like growth on paper — it’s often slow, steady, and internal. You need to start with you — your identity and values shape financial choices. Wealth is built by what you keep, not only what you make — control spending, eliminate high-interest debt. Small, consistent habits beat dramatic short-term fixes. 🔗 Guest Resources:Linda Grizely — Books on resilience, attitude & growth: https://www.lindagriz.com/books 🎧 If this episode helped you: Like, Subscribe & Share.🗣️ Comment below: What’s one small money habit you’ll start this week?  

🔥Feeling soul-tired? This episode shows you how to reset—fast. In this episode John Suzuki sits down with performance coach and resilience expert Jenny Evans to unpack a different, science-backed approach to stress: start with your body, not just your mind. Jenny explains why stress is first a chemical-biological event (adrenaline, cortisol, noradrenaline) and shares two practical tools anyone can use: a 30–60 second microburst to change your chemistry, and a beliefs-/purpose-driven practice to change your psychology. Perfect for busy people who need quick, usable techniques to stop “white-knuckling” through life. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. What actually happens chemically when stress hits and why mindset alone often fails.2. The microburst: 30–60 seconds of intense movement that burns off cortisol and triggers “bliss” molecules.3. Simple microburst examples you can do anywhere (burpees, stair sprints, squat jumps, push-ups under your desk).4. Why cortisol lingers (up to ~3 hours) and how small interventions reduce cumulative load.5. How clarity of belief and purpose strengthens resilience and brings your advanced brain back online.6. How to create a personal “compass” (vs. a roadmap) and use it to reduce decision fatigue and stress.7. Real-life stories and practical ways to embed these tools into work and parenting life. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. 30–60 seconds of intense physical activity (a microburst) can rapidly shift your chemistry and reduce stress.2. Cortisol can linger — so schedule small physiological resets through the day.3. Clarity about your beliefs/purpose acts as a buffer: it brings the neocortex online and changes how you respond.4. You don’t need long routines—short, targeted practices beat autopilot stress. Guest promo link: jennyevans.com/bestlife 🔔 If you found value in this episode, like, subscribe, and share — and tell us one small microburst you tried this week!

🌙Stop trying to be the same every day — design your life around what actually moves you forward. John Suzuki talks with Amy Lenius — speaker, coach, and Director of Group Coaching at Next Level University — about redefining success through three foundational pillars: self-worth, self-belief, and consistency. Amy shares her journey from chronic illness to full recovery, how curiosity and holistic care transformed her life, and why understanding cyclical female energy (the “four seasons” of a month) changes productivity, relationships, and wellbeing. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. The three pillars that create sustainable momentum: self-worth, self-belief, and consistency.2. How Amy safely came off medications, rebuilt health holistically, and reclaimed her life.3. Practical ways to leverage your monthly cycle for creativity, focus, and rest.4. Why “small, unsexy fundamentals” over years beat quick fixes every time.5. How to borrow belief and use mentoring to bridge gaps in confidence.6. How to reorganize work and relationships around biological rhythm to reduce shame and increase empathy. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Small, consistent actions compounded over years produce real transformation.2. Knowing your cyclical energy unlocks better scheduling for creative vs. administrative work.3. Self-belief has three layers: possible, possible for me, and worth it — address all three.4. Reframing identity from “sick” or “stuck” to “in progress” opens the door to change. Guest promo link:  https://www.instagram.com/amylenius/# 📣If this episode helped you, like the video, subscribe for more lived wisdom, and share with a friend — especially a partner or friend who’d benefit from understanding cyclical energy.

✨ Want to design a life you truly love? In this episode, Lillian Savoie shows how listening to your spirit, clearing energetic layers, and reclaiming your story can create real, lasting change.John Suzuki welcomes returning guest Lillian Savoie — host of Awaken Change and author of Fill Your Soul the Feminine Way — to dive deep into intuitive living and energetic healing. They explore how to listen to your aura, how science is validating spiritual energy, and how parasites — physical, emotional, and even human — can block your growth. Through personal stories, including John’s powerful revelation about forgiveness, this episode explores how cleansing your energy can transform your life from within.   Inside this conversation, you’ll learn:What your aura and biofield really are — and why they matter. How intuition speaks through energetic layers before physical symptoms appear. Practical tools for cleansing your spiritual, emotional, and mental energy. The truth about parasites — both in the body and in our relationships. Why forgiveness may be the ultimate energetic detox. How observing, noticing, and accepting leads to peace and clarity.   💡 Key Takeaways:Observe → Notice → Take Action → Accept — acceptance completes the healing loop. Intuition sends early signals through your energetic field — learn to catch them. Energy cleansing supports both your emotional and physical health. Forgiveness releases decades of emotional “parasites” and frees your spirit. You can’t skip steps — healing happens layer by layer.   Learn more from Lillian Savoie on her podcast Awaken Change, where she shares deep teachings, solo episodes, and real-life conversations about spiritual awakenings — not just in the ethers, but grounded in everyday life. Discover how to bring these powerful tools into your own journey of growth and transformation.   🎧 Listen here: Awaken Change Podcast📘 Explore her book: Fill Your Soul the Feminine Way Visit her website for more : https://awakenchange.com/   If this episode helped you notice something you’ve been holding onto — a pattern, a story, or a person — share it with a friend. Subscribe and comment with one small way you’re choosing to listen to your spirit this week. 💫👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share to help others find better.   #FindingBetterPodcast #JohnSuzuki #LillianSavoie #AwakenChange #IntuitiveLiving #EnergyHealing #SpiritualGrowth #AuraCleansing #ForgivenessJourney #MindBodySpirit #EmotionalDetox #FeminineEnergy #HolisticHealing #SelfAwareness #PersonalTransformation

🎧 When your business collapses, your health is on the line, and your relationships fray — how do you rebuild? Ken Cox did it with grit, humor, and a boxing glove. John Suzuki sits down with Ken Cox — founder of River City Internet Group and inlink.com — to unpack a life that’s equal parts chaos and comeback. From growing up in hardship, to early success in web hosting, to near-bankruptcy and a life-threatening health wake-up call, Ken shares the messy, human story behind resilience. We talk sobriety, the healing power of community and structure, why he learned to laugh at himself, and how teaching kids in a boxing gym helped him find purpose again. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn:How Ken’s early tech and film background shaped his entrepreneurial path.The contract and growth story that led to exploding success — and the lessons from a sudden collapse.Why Ken refused to “walk away” from customers and how that choice reshaped his life and business.The role of boxing, routine, and community in recovery and mental clarity.How teaching kids helped Ken find meaning and led to a new business model and purpose.Practical tactics Ken used to stop drinking and rebuild relationships and health.How to hold space for both seriousness and humor while owning hard chapters of life. 💡 Key Takeaways:Own your story — transparency and humor help transform trauma into wisdom.Small, consistent disciplines (an hour a day) rebuild brain and life routines.Community & service (teaching kids) can be a pathway from survival to purpose.At the end of the day, it’s not about the fall — it’s about how you fight your way back. Ken Cox reminds us that rebuilding starts with humility, humor, and heart. 🥊 #FindingBetterPodcast #JohnSuzuki #KenCox #Resilience #ComebackStory #EntrepreneurMindset #MentalHealthMatters #RecoveryJourney #PurposeDrivenLife #BoxingForLife #Sobriety #LeadershipLessons #RebuildYourLife #FromFailureToFreedom #InspirationDaily

Feeling exhausted despite “having it all”? Learn how to rewire your brain for calm and creativity with Jason Munson. 🌊🧠 John Suzuki sits down with Jason Munson, author of Rewire for Calm: How to Break the Cycle of Stress and Thrive. Jason shares his real story — the outward “dream life” that hid deep depression — and the neuroscience-backed practices he used to break free, rebuild his purpose, and help others do the same. If chronic stress is stealing your creativity, relationships, or joy, this episode is for you. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: How Jason’s “perfect” Amazon success led to a crushing depression and the moment that changed everything. Why building an ideal vision of the future can interrupt the stress cycle.Practical neuroscience-based techniques to shift from stress to calm on demand.How to spot the signs that stress is sabotaging your life and work.Steps to move from surviving to designing a life that brings joy and meaning. 💡 Key Takeaways: Chronic stress can be interrupted and retrained — it’s not permanent.Creating a vivid, no-limits vision of the future is a powerful antidote to rumination.Small, repeatable mental practices can flip you from anxious to creative in the moment.If you found value, please like, comment which exercise you’ll try, subscribe, and share with someone who needs calm. #MentalHealthAwareness #OvercomingDepression #PurposeDrivenLife #CreativeFlow #ThriveNotSurvive #EmotionalResilience #AuthenticSuccess #MindfulnessMatters #PodcastInterview #TransformationStories #InnerPeace #GrowthMindset #WorkLifeBalance #FulfillmentOverSuccess #ShareTheCalm

Feeling stuck? Troy Horne — Broadway performer, bestselling author, and coach — shows why believing in yourself is the first move toward a bigger, braver life. John Suzuki sits down with Troy Horne (Mental Toughness for Young Athletes) to talk about heart, hustle, and habits that help us rise above the noise of doubt and comparison. From humble beginnings to Broadway, record deals, and meeting Kobe Bryant, Troy’s story is proof that when you follow your heart and keep showing up, extraordinary things happen. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn:How a single decision can change your entire direction.The power of “quiet walking” to hear your own intuition.Why persistence beats privilege every time.How to reframe failure into feedback and keep going.The secret behind Troy’s mantra: “He can do, she can do — why not me?” 💡 Key Takeaways:Trust your heart — not your fear.Make space for silence; that’s where your next step comes from.Keep showing up — that’s the only secret.Failure is learning in disguise.You owe your gifts to the world. If this episode inspired you, hit Like, Subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a reminder to believe in themselves. Comment below what step you’ll take this week toward your dream. #BelieveInYourself #MindsetMatters #KeepShowingUp #FollowYourHeart #PersistencePaysOff #RiseAbove #DreamBig #FaithOverFear #GrowthMindset #YouCanDoIt

Two minutes you’ll want to hear: Jim Carlough breaks down leadership into six simple, life-ready pillars — starting with integrity and moving through empathy, compassion, and focus — in a conversation that’s as practical for CEOs as it is for parents. Host John Suzuki sits with Jim to unpack real stories, including how promises and heart kept a team together during a multi-year technology transition. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: Why integrity is the non-negotiable first pillar and the nightly question Jim still asks himself.How empathy and compassion transform parenting and workplace culture — not weaken leadership.Practical steps Jim used to keep a team engaged during a painful technology sunset.How to create clear focus and align teams around a single, prioritized goal.Real-world examples showing the difference between management (assigned) and leadership (earned).Actionable tactics to support people through change without losing trust or momentum. 💡 Key Takeaways: Integrity first: ask “Did I benefit at another’s expense?” and fix it if the answer is yes.Lead with heart: empathy and compassion are leadership strengths, not soft skills.Make transitions human: give advance notice, paid training time, and job-search help.Focus wins: remove noise, dig into the problem, and model the work.Leadership applies everywhere — from executive teams to stay-at-home parenting. If you found this helpful, like, subscribe, and share — and turn on notifications so you don’t miss future episodes with practical leadership lessons from people who’ve lived them.

🎧 If someone you love struggles with reading or writing, this episode is required listening — Russell Van Brocklin explains a practical, low-cost approach that moves students rapidly from struggling readers to advanced comprehender. John Suzuki welcomes Russell Van Brocklin, a dyslexia professor and practitioner who has translated structured literacy into bite-sized multisensory routines that produce measurable progress in months — not years. Russell shares his research-backed program, classroom examples, and the surprising “specialty-first” rule that unlocks deep learning for dyslexic students. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: Why word analysis followed by articulation changes everything.The “specialty rule” — how teaching through what the student cares about drives rapid progress.Simple, repeatable writing exercises that build spelling, grammar, and reading simultaneously.How to make students hyper-focused on improvement (and why retryping mistakes matters).Real-world outcomes: students moving from 2nd–3rd grade levels to graduate-school-level performance. 💡 Key Takeaways: Start with the student’s specialty — ignite motivation first.Use word analysis then articulation to scaffold correct language production.Require accurate, repeated output (retyping mistakes) to build automaticity.Typing on a real keyboard + audio follow-along helps vocabulary and comprehension.Progress is measurable and can happen in months with consistent multisensory practice. Like, Subscribe & Share with a parent or teacher who needs this.

🔥 From deep debt to multi-millions — at 54. This one will change how you think about risk, marketing, and leadership.John Suzuki sits down with Jeanne Omlor — Business Strategist, multi-7-figure online coach, and Certified Servant Leadership Executive Coach — to unpack the real, repeatable moves she used to go from a solo parent in deep debt to $1M in 17 months (all organic) and multi-millions within 5 years. Jeanne has helped nearly 500 businesses thrive online and works privately with top CEOs and icons. This episode is full of practical mindset shifts, simple marketing tactics, and leadership lessons you can use right away. Inside this conversation you’ll learn:How Jeanne decided to bet on herself and pivot online at 54.Why organic conversations (not ads) became her highest-leverage channel.The exact mindset shifts that removed “built-in failure” and accelerated results.How to pick a sustainable business model (services vs product) when money is tight.Ways to simplify offers so prospects buy faster (high-ticket clarity).How to be present for family while building a thriving business.Actionable steps to find your niche and validate it with real conversations. 💡 Key TakeawaysAlways bet on yourself — even from a hard place.Simplicity scales: make offers and messaging that are easy to understand and fix.900 meaningful conversations taught Jeanne how to sell organically — go talk to customers.Be all-in or let it go: stop living in purgatory with one foot on the dock and one foot on the boat.You’re worthy and ready now — stop waiting for one more certification.Guest resources & client results:See real client feedback and results from Jeanne’s program: https://jeanneomlor.com/reviews/ If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Subscribe, and Share — and tell us which part changed your thinking in the comments. Want more episodes like this? Hit the bell 🔔.