As Told By Nomads

Today's episode is with James Swanwick. James is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, speaker, former SportsCenter anchor on ESPN and host of The James Swanwick Show podcast. He is the CEO of Swanwick Sleep and creator of blue-light blocking glasses Swannies, which helps people sleep better; and the author of The 30 Day No Alcohol Challenge, which helps people reduce or quit alcohol. Forbes listed James as one of 25 Professional Networking Experts to Watch in 2015. Swanwick has interviewed celebrities including Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, George Clooney and Arnold Schwarzenegger.James is also host of The James Swanwick Show and has been interviewed on podcasts including Bulletproof Radio, Ben Greenfield Fitness, Art of Charm; news sites including Huffington Post, Entrepreneur Magazine, Psychology Today and Yahoo Health; and TV shows Live with Kelly and KTLA.We talked about:7 ways to sleep better (naturally)Why wearing blue-light blocking glasses will transform your sleepHow to quit alcohol for 3

Today's episode is with Susi Kaeufer. Susi is a visibility + mindset coach for female entrepreneurs who desire the freedom and flexibility to travel with an online business. She’s on a mission to help entrepreneurs create lives of freedom and embrace travel as she goes around the world on her second tour. In the last year, she’s moved 49 times. Susi creates multiple five figure months from her laptop while she’s at the beach, living in luxury accommodations, or adventuring. She’s helped her clients create high-ticket offers that allows them the freedom lifestyle they crave, create consistent income in their soul-based business, take their offline business online to be fully location independent, and get fully booked in their service-based business.Resources Mentioned In This EpisodeWebsite: https://www.dreamlifedeluxe.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreamlifedeluxe/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/dreamlifedeluxe/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's interview is with Dr. Ed Brenegar. He is an author, speaker and coach who inspires leaders everywhere. Ed is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations realize their potential and reach their goals, in both their professional and personal lives. A former university professor, columnist and pastor, he has more than 30 years of experience working with senior executives, entrepreneurs and a variety of organizational clients to expand leadership impact and productivity through the creation of cultures of trust and leadership initiative. Ed's new book, Circle of Impact offers a new perspective on leadership. Packed with inspiration for both individuals and organizations. Our conversation got into how leadership models can be used to solve complex problems, improve communication, and achieve more. Resource Mentioned In The EpisodeBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GVPNGMM/Website: https://edbrenegar.com/  See acast.com/privacy for

Today's interview is with Rob Harsh. Rob is an adventurer, coach and cancer Survivor and has been leading and guiding people in business, outdoor adventure and personal growth for twenty years. He has traveled extensively throughout the world on climbing, kayaking, mountain biking and multisport expeditions and has experience as a certified mountain guide, search and rescue operator and working with adaptive athletes and injured veterans in the outdoors. We dove into the following topics:What leading a life of adventure taught him about embracing adversityHow he learned to follow his intuitionHow being of service and empowering others helped him find his purpose in lifeThe role his spiritual journey played in learning to overcome fear and live more authenticallyResource Mentioned In This EpisodeRob's site: https://www.awakenedadventures.com/SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, AND RATE ON ITUNES,ACAST, AND ON STITCHER  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's episode is with Andy Steves.Andy has been traveling practically since birth. First it was touring Europe with his renowned father, Rick Steves, and now he currently splits his time between Prague, Medellín, and his home city of Seattle when he’s not traipsing about Europe and running his award-winning company, Weekend Student Adventures.Our conversation was wide ranging and we largely talked about the importance of diversity, identity, intelligent conversation, nuance and expanding one's mindset.Some more things we discuss are as follows:The cultural importance (and impact) of travelingThe difference between fear and safety when traveling and how the concern for safety has changed globally. Andy can speak to the myths vs. reality.What the best cities are for millennials right now.The factors to consider when deciding where to go and how to travel.How Europe specifically has changed and how that has affected travel, for better or for worse.Why he followed in his father’s footsteps, but then how he crea

Today's episode is on raising children, while one of life’s most rewarding experiences, is also one of the most complicated. I talk with two of the authors of POSITIVE DISCIPLINE FOR TODAY’S BUSY (AND OVERWHELMED) PARENT: How to Balance Work, Parenting, and Self for Lasting Well-Being, Joy Marchese and Kristina Bill.We discussed the principles of the highly regarded and successful Positive Discipline methodology and how it applies to kids, adults and different cultures. Their hope is that with this episode and their book, you will be armed with:Communication strategies and tips for self-reflectionUnderstanding the belief behind behaviorsHow to get to the bottom of why children react the way they doAddressing the underlying issuesUnderstanding the importance of significance & contributionThe negative aspects of a praise and rewards systemHow we have built a culture of approval junkies ANDDifferent motivators for human beingsResource Mentioned In The EpisodeBook: https://www.amazon.com/Positi

Today's episode is with transformation coach, soul guide and spiritual teacher, Kiera Noelle. It's definitely one of my favorite episodes so far because we dove into the essence of what it means to be who you are, what it's like to find your unique soul print and how to stay in your truth. As a teacher of esoteric principles, she guides others back home to themselves - to explore their own consciousness and journey within - inviting them into the depths of their soul.In our interview, we touched on the following:How to go into deep onenessHer life as a healerWhat she learned from her experiences with different cultures and 10 years of exploring and experiencing different kinds of energy healing/modalities/schools of thoughtWhy you should choose love over fearDiversity of humanityHer background as someone who comes from a “white middle class family” and how it led her to be the lone wolf of her family ANDHer vision for the future  Resources Mentioned In the PodcastInstagram: https://ww

Today's interview is with Stephen Cabral. Stephen developed his passion for health & wellness after going through severe health complications at the age of 17. He saw over 50 different doctors, tried over 100 different treatment protocols, but still saw no hope of recovery. It wasn’t until he met an “alternative” health doctor whom explained to him how he got here and how he could become well again, that he began his recovery process. It was at this young age that he knew his life would be dedicated to helping others rebalance their bodies and renew their health. Over the years, he has amassed quite a bit of knowledge. Well over 20 years worth of knowledge. He is Board Certified Naturopathic Doctor and a leader in the Functional Medicine field with a reach of over 1 million people per month:  Some of the things we discuss in the interview are as follows: How to Lower Stress, Decrease Anxiety & Boost Your Energy Balancing a Business and a Healthy Lifestyle How to Tell if Y

Today's interview is with Hanna Hermanson. Hanna is a personal coach and the founder of Dream Life is Real Life, which has supported 1,000s of individuals in creating actionable, simple business models that deliver financial results and personal fulfillment. A member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Hermanson helps clients establish the right mindset and perspective for entrepreneurial success.A former academic advisor and yoga teacher, Hermanson decided several years ago to forge her own path. That led to Dream Life is Real Life. She assists service-based entrepreneurs, teachers, mentors and other clients to create simple business plans that can quickly replace salary or income while also doing purposeful work and earning great money. Her clients are able to achieve, in a short time, the financial security, or as she says, “bringing abundance into the world,” and also achieving other personal goals, such as starting nonprofits or writing books.We discuss:The importance of self-discoveryHow to monetiz

Today's episode is with a gentleman I once knew by the name of Elijah Bryant III. He now goes by the name of Eir Keïta. He has always been an entrepreneur before he knew what the word was. From selling his own birthday cake at 4 years old, to having massive success as a teenager with his first “real” business venture, it's been in his DNA. Growing up in a single parent home; he learned many valuable lessons about hard work, and he also adopted some habits around money that he found later to be detrimental to his success. He is a firm believer in adjusting as you will find out in the episode. To him, he feels that anything can be done as long as there is a willingness to adjust. His life hasn't always been successful though. He went through a period in his life where he was getting in trouble with the law, being jailed; and eventually becoming homeless even after having early success in business. He learned lessons that humbled him greatly through this rollercoaster called life.&n

Today's interview is with Steve Acho. Steve runs a staffing company and with his platform, he helps companies, recruiters and job seekers connect in a more human way with the use of today’s technology. His book Why Technology Recruiting is Broken and What to do About it has helped put into perspective the problem with recruiting and hiring today. Steve believes at the heart of successful recruiting and team building is a conversation, and technology can help facilitate a better experience. Steve earned his MBA while living in Japan and working for the CEO of Mazda. The published author has consulted CEOs of Fortune 100 companies, and currently operates the Detroit Michigan-based technology staffing firm Solstice Consulting Group. He is passionate about using technology to be more human, and helping “change the conversation” in the market, so that organizations can find better fits, and job-seekers can find more meaningful work. We dive into different ways to infuse humanization into digital platforms.Res

Today's episode is with RJ Hodges. He is a bestselling co-author of the book Mission Unstoppable partnering with world renowned leaders George Fraser and Les Brown. He is also the author of You Can’t Practice At The Game, The Art of Mastering You Volume One and an audio book series called Winner Status. His content contributes thought provoking information/principles that encourage, educate, and inspire people to make an impact in their own lives as well as those they come into contact with.We discussed the following:How to turn inward and personally develop from a light-hearted upbeat perspective with a focus on mastering yourself. How to transition to full time entrepreneurshipHow to develop your brand when starting out ANDHow to deal with an imposter syndromeResources Mentioned In The EpisodeWebsite: www.rjhodgesspeaks.comEmail: rjhodgesspeaks@gmail.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's Episode is with Reza Izad. Reza is co-founder and CEO of Studio71. Studio71 is a Red Arrow Studios company, part of ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE. Red Arrow Studios is one of the world’s leading creators and distributors of entertainment content. As global CEO of Studio71, he helms the most engaged digital network on YouTube with 1,300 channels driving 8 billion views a month. Studio71 is the global media company for top creators including Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Lilly Singh, Rhett & Link, and Roman Atwood.Reza is also the co-author of Create Great Video which highlights successful case studies and best practices to working with digital influencers who know how to target audiences best AND have created mass empires from doing so. Within the book, Reza and his co-author Jake discuss best practices that have made Studio71 a success in working together with YouTube, major brands and advertisers.Our interview discusses:Reza's transition from Iran to the U.SHis Hollywood

Today's interview is with Colleen DeBaise. Colleen and I discuss all the stages involved in launching a startup in today's world. Colleen DeBaise is a business journalist and author who has devoted the bulk of her career to covering entrepreneurship and small business issues. Currently a contributing editor at Inc., she has served as the small business editor of The Wall Street Journal and as an editor at Entrepreneur, BusinessWeek, and SmartMoney. She is also an entrepreneur herself. She has been has been interviewed on MSNBC, Fox Business News, CNBC, CBS, and NPR, is founder of the Hampton Bee, and is podcast host of The Story Exchange. Some of what we discuss are the following:What things to consider when starting a businessThe basics of the Lean Startup methodWhy you should think like your customerWhat to consider when forming a teamResources Mentioned In The PodcastColleen DeBaise's column on Inc.: https://www.inc.com/author/colleen-debaisePodcast: https://thestoryexchange.org/podcast

Today's interview is with Todd Palmer. Todd is a business advisor and the CEO of Extraordinary Advisors. Extraordinary Advisors helps business leaders become more productive. As the CEO of a 6-time INC 5000 company, Todd knows that business success begins and ends with people. People make all of the business decisions regarding strategy, execution, cash and staff. Todd and I discuss:MasculinityWhat he learned from raising his son as a single fatherHow he runs his businessesWhy you should discover your why andThe current employment dilemma he seesResource Mentioned In The Episode:Extraordinary Advisors: www.extraordinaryadvisors.com   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's podcast is with Michael Zipursky. Michael is an author, entrepreneur and CEO of ConsultingSuccess.com. He has consulted for organizations and advised leaders throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and the Middle East in over 30 industries, from service providers to billion dollar multinational corporations including Panasonic, Dow Jones, Financial Times, Royal Bank and many others. Michael is an in-demand speaker and gives keynotes and workshops for the Certified Management Consultants Association, Canadian Internet Marketing Conference, Chartered Management Institute UK and others. We dive into mindset and the ingredients needed to achieving success as a consultant and coach.Resource Mentioned In The EpisodeThe Elite Consulting Mind: 16 Proven Mindsets to Attract More Clients, Increase Your Income, and Achieve Meaningful Success: https://www.amazon.com/Elite-Consulting-Mind-Mindsets-Meaningful-ebook/ Website: ConsultingSuccess.com  See acast.com/p

Today's interview is with Dee and John Lee. They are an Irish couple who launched an app called CultureMee. The app offers cultural insights as well as practical travel advice. It currently covers more than 70 locations – every country in Europe and 12 of the most visited destinations outside Europe, with more being added.CultureMee has already been downloaded by 115+ different nationalities and was nominated for the National Startup Awards of Ireland a few months ago. They believe that CultureMee is going to change how we all see culture from now on. The world has never been more globalized, yet never more divisionalized. With many countries putting their barriers up, Dee and John feel that there has never been a more important moment in history to try and break down these barriers, and they passionately believe that understanding other cultures is one of the key tools people can use to forge bonds today. This goes to the heart of their vision for CultureMee.We talk about how they founded the compa

Today's podcast interview is with innovative management consultant Karen Jaw-Madson. Organizational culture isn’t just a hot topic – it’s an untapped asset and potential liability for all businesses. But for all its potential to make or break, few know how to manage cultures with proficiency. How do companies grow, work through transitions, initiate change effectively, and meet the demands of an ever complex corporate landscape that faces a #MeToo environment, greater diversity, globalization, technological disruptions, and post-merger collaboration?These are all of the things Jaren and I discuss. We also dove into ways to co-create solutions and differentiating experiences that are customized, relevant, and profoundly impactful to the intended organizations – all while building employee engagement, learning agility, and capability. Lastly, we discussed her new book, CULTURE YOUR CULTURE: Innovating Experiences @ Work. Resources Mentioned In The EpisodeCULTURE YOUR CULTURE: Innovating Expe

Today's guest is with Bryan Gold. After learning that a friend had become hugely influential on social media but had no interest in expending the energy to find marketers to leverage her personal brand, Bryan and co-founder Adam Rivietz developed #Paid – a platform to connect influencers with brands. #Paid empowers creators and enables the world to experience their creative storytelling. They connect creators and brands for meaningful collaborations. They design and develop world-class software that makes marketers’ lives easier.In our interview, we dive into what it means to be an influencer today, why their platform is the perfect bridge between brands and influencers and what works versus what doesn't work on Instagram.Resources Mentioned In This Episode#Paid: https://hashtagpaid.com/Trello: https://trello.comBuffer: www.bufferapp.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's interview is with Dave Gerber. Dave is known as the conflict healer and he is focused on standardizing and transforming workplace conflict. As the president and founder of Synergy Development and Training, LLC he uses his ability as a change catalyst to motivate people to become the best version of themselves. He inspires his audiences to transform the way they engage with the world around them and we dove into the following topics:How to communicate when there is conflictWhat types of leaders the world needs ANDMasculinity in the 21st CenturyResource Mentioned In The Episode:Conflict Healer Website: http://conflicthealer.com/Synergy DT Website: www.synergydt.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davegerber/ Sponsor for this episode is Plastiq.com which is a service that makes it possible to pay bills like rent, tuition, or mortgage payments — and even invoices — by credit card when you ordinarily couldn’t. Go to plastiq.com/nomads today –