Optimized Geek | Reboot Your Life

Whenever you’re stuck in your vision, it pays to consume other people’s inspiring and motivational content. One of the best blogs I can recommend is seths.blog. Seth Godin’s wisdom is phenomenal. If you’re a fan of his, this man needs no introduction. Tune in to this interview I had with him a couple years back. It’s really worth a listen especially if you’re someone who’s got a big dream and wants to become more. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/255 

We live in a fast-paced modern world but many businesses are still relying on old management styles. These old styles have higher-ups as the only ones who make decisions while employees work hard without even knowing the endgame. My guest, Steve Baker is all about creating a new culture for business. Steve is the vice president of The Great Game of Business, Inc., and co-author, with Rich Armstrong, of Get In The Game: How To Create Rapid Financial Results And Lasting Cultural Change. If you want to learn more about demystifying the old business ideals, tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/254 

The day I recorded this episode with Mike Vardy was World Productivity Day. As a productivity enthusiast myself, I can't help but invite the founder of The Productivityist. Aside from that, Mike is the creator of the methodology called TimeCrafting. Author of several books such as The Front Nine: How to Start the Year You Want Anytime You Want and the upcoming TimeCrafting: A Better Way to Get The Right Things Done. He's also my productivity coach and friend. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/253 

Sometimes running a business can take over your life, especially if you built it from the ground up. It doesn’t have to be that way. Many of us become entrepreneurs because we want to steer clear of the 9 to 5 job. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. But if you’re working hours on end on your business, technically, you’re still treating it like your job. My guest, David Finkel, is here to help entrepreneurs find their way to a healthy work-life balance. David is the co-author of SCALE, and a Wall Street Journal and Business Week bestselling author of 12 business books. He’s also the CEO of Maui Mastermind®️, one of the nation’s premier business coaching companies. He and his coaching team have scaled and sold over $62 billion in businesses. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/252 

Personality assessments such as Kolbe, Myers Briggs, DISC, and StrengthsFinder have been proven beneficial for companies and individuals seeking to improve their understanding of who they are at a deeper level. One of the assessments we're going to talk about today is the PRINT Assessment. Not familiar with it? I invited Debra Levine to give you all the details. Debra got started with Dr. Paul Hertz in their early work when they realized there was an indisputable connection between motivation and performance. They actually proved scientifically that many of the "blockers" to improving individual and organizational performance were rooted in people's underlying motivational traits. I really love the work she's doing and excited for you to hear about it. Stay tuned! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/251 

The things that trigger pain and trauma in our bodies are sometimes quite clear. Other times they are vague and frustrating because they can go as far back as childbirth. There can even be issues related to things you experienced in utero. My guest today, Dr. Barry Gillespie, discovered the Craniosacral Fascial System, which consists of a slight motion of the brain and spinal cord pumping cerebrospinal fluid into the fascial web that connects every structural cell of the body. In this episode, we discuss Dr. Gillespie's background and his work, which has yielded some undeniably incredible results. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/250 

The talk on COVID-19 seems like it may stick around for a while. Since we're all in uncharted territory, it's important to remain united and have a collective goal for the future. I'm fortunate to interview some of the brightest minds in business, self-development, and marketing. I'm curious how they view this pandemic and what their plans are during and after. Founder of the world-famous UGG boots, Brian Smith joins me on today's Get Yourself Optimized podcast. We talk about disruptions and how though they may seem like insurmountable challenges, positive things can also come of monumental change. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/249 

A huge part of personal development involves mastering the art of productivity. But with the countless systems and hacks out there, what’s the best way to stay on top of things? My guest, Darius Foroux sheds light on what truly makes someone productive. Darius is the author of seven books and writes about productivity habits, decision making, and personal finance. I’ve been a fan of his work for a couple of years now and excited to have him on the show. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/248 

In today’s Get Yourself Optimized episode, I interviewed a doctor whose book will help you eliminate the need for a physician and prescription medication. William Davis, MD is a cardiologist and author of the New York Times #1 bestseller, “Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight” and “Find Your Path Back to Health” and several other books in the series.  Dr. Davis is speaking out about important health topics and making a real difference. He’s not only calling out the problem, he’s also offering actionable advice and recipes for people to take their health into their own hands. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/247 

One phrase we keep hearing throughout this COVID-19 saga are the words "new normal." What exactly will our “new normal” be when this is all over? In this Get Yourself Optimized episode, Dr. Daniel Kraft joins me to discuss what healthcare and society should expect in the next several months. Daniel is a Stanford & Harvard trained physician-scientist and innovator. He is an Aspen Health Innovator fellow, Chair of Medicine for Singularity University, and Founder & Chair of Exponential Medicine, a program that explores the convergence of technology and its potential to reshape healthcare. If you want to be prepared for post-COVID health, tune in to learn more about the future of medicine. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/246 

Starting a new business can evoke a lot of reflective questions like, "Is this really what I want? Do I have what it takes? Where do I start?" If you're in the midst of turning an idea into something more profitable, this Get Yourself Optimized episode with Gino Wickman is a must. Gino is the founder and creator of EOS Worldwide. He is also the author of the award-winning book “Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business.” With the success of EOS Worldwide and his strong leadership in running his company, Gino is now focusing his energy toward helping entrepreneurs-in-the-making get a jump-start on their purpose with his book, “Entrepreneurial Leap.” Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/245 

We all have an energetic pattern within our bodies. Sometimes, these patterns are affected by blockages. By learning how to shift your energies, you can alter the structure or outcome of physical manifestations. Today, we're going on an inspirational deep dive into the world of energetic and spiritual healing. My guest, Kim White, combined his passion for human excellence in business and in the sporting arena with his knowledge about spiritual healing. This led him to create a unique career helping individuals, athletes, and companies to gain incredible results. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/244 

Dealing with a global pandemic wasn’t in people’s 2020 plans. But here we are. This drastic shift only proves that aside from creating our annual projections and goals, we need to be equipped for the worst as well. My guest, Shannon Susko shares how focusing on the key things that matter in the business, whether good or bad, helped her organization build a strong foundation. Shannon is the CEO & founder of Metronome United. She is the creator of 3HAG and the lead trainer of Certification. In this episode, we discuss the importance of having a 3-year Highly Achievable Goals strategy and why every company should implement one. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/243 

The fact we are dealing with a pandemic that’s “uncharted territory” definitely evokes fear and anxiety. It has shaken the entire world.  We are all looking for tools that can help us deal with it better. Today, you’re going to learn about a tool called the Wise Advocate. It’s been invaluable in processing all of this. My guests’ Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz and Josie Thomson are the co-authors of the book, The Wise Advocate. Jeff and Josie are both leading authorities in coaching and neuroscience. Their methodology provides new techniques for taking control of your brain, changing bad habits and ending unhealthy thinking. In this episode, we talk about this powerful work and its applications to different situations, including, of course, coping with the COVID-19 pandemic and potential economic downturn. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/242 

How do you really know if you're healthy? I've shared this quote more than once in the past, but it's something I stand by, Peter Drucker says, "what gets measured, gets managed." In this Get Yourself Optimized episode, my guest David Karow and I deep dive into the world of genome analytics and MR imaging. If you're interested in biohacking, then you're in for a treat! David is the President and Chief Innovation Officer at Human Longevity, Inc. He is an evangelist for optimizing longevity and personal performance. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/241

The entire world is going through dark times. Instead of just sharing casual hellos and small talk like "Hope you're staying safe during this crazy time," take time to spread information. Knowing how to be better prepared in battling COVID-19 can help you and your loved ones. I have been reading a ton about the virus lately, and I'm happy to be joined by my friend, Steve Good. Steve is an entrepreneur, also the author of the book, Be Left Behind. It's actually about bitcoin, but we're not going to talk about that today. Steve is one of the most in-the-know and prepared people in my network on the topic of Coronavirus. If you want to be more prepared for when things go really wrong, this episode is a must listen and a must-share to everyone you care about. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/240

You may not realize how many narcissists are hiding in plain sight. To learn how to spot one, I invited Dr. Ramani Durvasula on the show. Dr. Ramani is a psychologist, professor, author, and speaker. Her most recent book. "Don't You Know Who I Am? How to Stay Sane in an Era of Narcissism, Entitlement, and Incivility" provides deep insight into how narcissism is impacting us all, what it is, and what we can do about it. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/239

To an entrepreneur, running a business is all about turning their passion into profit. However, it’s easy to forget how running a business is composed of several nuts and bolts including handling the finances. Most people would refer to accounting and finance as the serious, nitty-gritty part of business. Some may even describe it as "messy" with all of the moving parts. My guest knows how to work out that delicate balance. He is Adam Lean, President of the CFO Project. Tune in as Adam and I talk about how you can drastically improve the profitability of your business, increase your revenue, and retain your existing customers. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/238.

Don Miguel Ruiz Jr. has taken the lessons of his father, Don Miguel Ruiz, the author of “The Four Agreements”, and discovered his own personal freedom. This episode is all about teaching us how to wake up, liberate ourselves from illusory beliefs and stories, and live with authenticity. Tune in for an hour full of eye-opening musings on how to master your own self. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/237.

The inspiration for me starting this podcast was really my fascination with biohacking and personal optimization - merging the world of science with the spiritual and cognitive experience. When you hear about the tech that today's guest Scott Donnell is going to speak with us about, you're going to feel like you've stepped into a Star Trek episode. I met Scott during a dinner at the Genius Network annual event back in November, and I was so impressed with some of the projects he was working on. I knew I wanted to have him come speak on my show. Scott is CEO of Hapbee, which is an amazing wearable device. The technology of which comes from over 15 years of research studying molecular actions using some of the most sensitive SQUID, which stands for superconducting quantum interference device, magnetometers in the world. Actually, I was reminded of a discussion I had had on episode 232 with Ariel Garten, who also developed a really interesting wearable device specifically for meditation, called Muse. In this epi