The Process with Brad Wilson

On today’s episode I have with me Rocco Cozza. Rocco is a business lawyer who has owned and invested in more than a dozen different businesses. He’s one of those genuine, lifelong entrepreneur’s who was born with business-building in his blood. He’s also an author (Despite the fact that he never used to think of himself as being creative), mentor, course creator, podcaster, coach, and a genuinely kind and generous man. In our conversation, you’ll learn: How Rocco uses proven systems and blind faith to reach his goals. Why being a newly graduated lawyer doesn’t automatically make you a real estate expert (Much to young Rocco’s chagrin). Why Rocco wishes he would have invested in coaches and courses decades ago. And much more. Without any further ado, here's my conversation with Rocco Cozza.

On today’s show my guest is author, speaker, performer, photographer, blogger … CREATOR C.C. Chapman. C.C. came on my radar through my assistant, Peter. Peter somehow happened to come across a YouTube video of C.C. speaking at a conference and told me, “I really think you ought to watch this guy’s video, Brad.” So I did. I was sitting at Starbucks watching C.C.’s keynote with my headphones on and had to fight down the urge to stand up and yell, “YES!!!”. It’s pretty safe to say that the things C.C. creates and talks about resonate with me on a pretty deep level … which is why I was so pumped when he accepted my invitation to come on the podcast and speak with me. In our conversation, you’ll learn: - Why acting hope even when you’re not feeling it is a pretty big deal. - Why “Just Do It” is a pretty incredible motto for life. - How to find and connect with your tribe. - Why you should take the leap and create that thing in your brain even if a million other people have already made something similar. - And much more. So without any further ado, it is with my profound honor to bring to you my conversation with C.C. Chapman.

On today’s show I have with me author, Ted Talk’er, and psychotherapist William Pullen. William employs a unique style of therapy that he calls “running therapy”, where his sessions are conducted outdoors in the sunlight and his patients are given the opportunity to move around and get the blood flowing instead of laying or sitting on a couch for an hour. William and I dive deeply into his practice, as well the events that drew him to therapy and wanting to make an impact on people’s lives in the first place. In my conversation with William, you’ll learn: How to actionably incorporate empathy running in your own life. Just how terrifying it feels to KNOW you’re giving a Ted talk. Why moving forward and making decisions is way more valuable than trying to predict the future. And much more! So without any further ado, here’s my conversation with William Pullen.

On today’s show I have with me Marshawn Evans Daniels. She’s a former Miss America finalist, a Georgetown graduated attorney, high-powered entrepreneur, TV commentator, and was also contestant on “The Apprentice”. Marshawn is the author of the book, “Believe Bigger: Discover the Path to Your Life Purpose”. Simply speaking, she does a lot of amazing, amazing, things. One of the themes that she writes about in her book and we discuss in this show is disruption. If you REALLY want your life to change, what you’re asking for is disruption … and disruption is very often not a pretty or a comfortable thing. It tears down your current vision of your future and replaces it with something you cannot even imagine. For Marshawn, the unasked for disruption that blew her own internal story to smithereens came in the form of discovering her fiance had been unfaithful to her 6 days before her wedding and directly AFTER she had dismantled a multi-million dollar talent management company she had built from the ground up. That disruption put Marshawn on the path of inspiring and empowering millions of people and finding THE person she was destined to spend the rest of her life with. We cover all of this plus: - How-to effectively hire and collaborate with members of your team. - How-to maximize your strengths instead of constantly covering up your weaknesses. - The power of daily journaling (And how to ensure you get maximum bang for your buck in your daily practice) And much more. So without any further ado, here’s my conversation with Marshawn Evans Daniels. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

Today’s guest on "The Process" is the author of the book “How to End the Stories that Screw Up Your Life”, Ernest Svendsen. In our brains we tell many, often contradictory, stories about who it is that we are. Many of these stories cause us anxiety, anger, frustration, jealousy, and a host of other negative feelings. But what if they’re not really true? And what if there were an actionable system that allowed us to turn those stories into dust so that we could dramatically reduce our own internal suffering? Good news, there is! It’s called “The Work of Byron Katie”, it’s freely available on the world wide web at http://thework.com/en/do-work and it’s at the core of Ernest’s book. In our conversation, you'll learn: - The only capital T truth that Ernest has found in the world --> Why vulnerability is often the strongest position we can take --> The process and benefits of regular self-inquiry --> And much more. Before I “without any further ado”, I just want to take a moment to mention how special this interview was to me. In our interview Ernest told me he regularly finds himself feeling love for the strangers he meets in his day-to-day life at coffee shops, restaurants, etc. And I can say that, without a doubt, despite the fact Ernest and I were were thousands of miles away from one another and communicating through a computer screen and microphone, I could tangibly feel Ernest’s immense love. Which to me was powerful and memorable, and it’s my sincerest hope that you feel it to. Because a little more love makes the world a much better place. Without any further ado, here’s my conversation with Ernest Svendsen. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

Today on the show I have with me Andrew Wittman. Andrew is a certifiable badass. He was a special agent in charge of Nancy Pelosi’s security detail, was Joe Lieberman’s lead advance agent, and has personally protected Hilary Clinton, Benjamin Netanyahu, Sir Elton John and many others. He’s the founder of GetWarriorTough.com and the author of “Ground Zero Leadership: CEO of You” and “The Seven Secrets of Resilience for Parents: Navigating the Stress of Parenthood”. Andrew is pretty much the prototypical guest for “The Process”, as there is a tangible reason behind every single action he takes in his life whether it’s coaching his clients, writing his next book, or raising his kids. He just doesn’t have a lot of wasted motions. To listen to my conversation with Andrew Wittman, click that download or stream button right now. In this episode you’ll learn: - How your language determines your life trajectory. - How-to “burn your boats” and truly, TRULY commit to your dreams. - How you can use social drivers to remove distractions. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

In this conversation you’ll learn: How to ask yourself (and others) the right questions that give you deep understanding in your pursuits -> The correlation between safety and security and our personal freedom -> A dive into bitcoin, ethereum, and the blockchain -> Where our biggest growth as humans comes from -> and much more. Oliver is an entrepreneur, intrapreneur (Which if you’re like me and had no idea what that was, it’s a fancy word for running a startup within a massive corporation), the Chief Marketing Officer of blockchain powered educational startup Odem.io, and the founder of SwissLEAP whose vision is to inspire Lasting Enterprise Action Practices in organizations to create shared-value with passion and purpose. Oliver’s with us on the show today because of a referral from previous guest, Adrian Walker. Adrian loved being on “The Process” so much that when our conversation was over he told me he had the PERFECT guy for this show and he wasn’t wrong. Oliver’s a natural empath who has from a very early age always had a burning curiosity about the “why” behind the often wacky and zany actions of human beings. It is the drive to understand those “why’s” about others and himself that leads him through his life’s journey. I jump us around a little throughout this episode but hang in there … there is a TON of amazing value in this conversation. Also, when I sent this off for production my producer informed me that it sounded like I was trying to eat my microphone in this episode, so please excuse my volume … I blame it on the intermittent fasting. To listen to my conversation with Oliver Durrer click that download or stream button right now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

Today is my first foray into story-driven episodes that are woven together by a simple thread: They give me hope for the future of humanity. It’s easy to open your phone or computer and find yourself consumed by hopelessness and fear while reading the news headlines. When the waves of dread sweep over me, I try to keep stories like the one’s I’m going to tell today at the forefront of my mind – I find they give my heart solace and help me stay hopeful for the future prospects of humanity. Available online at: MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow me on Instagram @the_process_podcast Contact me directly: brad@mentallyinvincible.com

What You'll Learn in this Conversation: - What it feels like to transition into a full-time entrepreneur. - How starting a podcast (Donnie's Success Champions) saved his business. - How-to bear down and continue moving forward despite massive struggles. Episode #24 of "The Process" podcast features Donnie Boivin. Donnie is the creator and host of the top 50 business podcast, “Success Champions”. Earlier this year Donnie was at a crossroads in his life. He was getting those uneasy feelings in the pit of his stomach regarding his career that so many of us can identify with. At a business convention and on the verge of buying out another business that would have locked him in place for the foreseeable future, Donnie capitulated and decided that he just couldn’t go through with the deal. He had reached the point in his life where he was ready to start betting on himself. And that is exactly what he has done in 2018. To listen to my conversation with Donnie Boivin click that download or stream button right now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

In our conversation, you'll learn: - How to sharpen and improve your storytelling abilities. - How photography greatly influences Jeff’s storytelling in a purely audio format. - The overwhelming power of belief and how it shapes the world around us. Episode #23 of "The Process" podcast features Jeff Emtman, creator of the "Here Be Monsters" podcast Before we get started I just want to say that this is one of my favorite episode ever. Jeff is the creator of the critically acclaimed “Here Be Monsters” podcast which is an immersive storytelling experience that dives deeply into our fear, beliefs, and the human experience. One of the many (many) ways I have great respect (And much jealousy) for Jeff is his ability to create a three dimensional atmosphere within an audio format that world-class. When you listen to his show the world kind of dissolves and fades away and, when it ends, there’s this movie credits like snap-back-to-reality that has always held a special place in my heart. To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now. Join my email newsletter at: Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

In this conversation with Dave Hollis, you'll learn: - Dave’s career path through Disney and transition to The Hollis Company. - How his experience dealing with the foster care system has given him and Rachel a lifelong pursuit. - How the Hollis’ stay amazing parents despite chasing legendarily massive goals - And much, much more! Episode #22 of "The Process" podcast features Dave Hollis. Earlier this year Dave, despite the advice of his mentors (Which is kind of a theme for Dave’s career), quit his job as the head of worldwide distribution at Disney (Which you may or may not have heard of) in order to become the CEO of The Hollis Company, formerly Chic Media. The Hollis Company is the enterprise that Dave’s wife, Rachel, has painstakingly nurtured and grown for the last decade. Now I know you might be imagining a balance scale in your mind’s eye right now thinking, “Disney … Hollis Co … DISNEY … Hollis Co.” BUT in case you aren’t familiar with Rachel’s work … let’s dive in a little: Her book “Girl Wash Your Face” has sold over one million copies and she’s the host of not one but TWO of the top podcasts in the world … The Rise podcast and The Rise Together podcast (With Dave as the co-host). Her audience is in the millions and millions, she’s a house of fire with audacious goals like being the female Tony Robbins and filling the shoes of Oprah that you can’t help but believe WILL come to fruition. With that in mind, it’s easy to see why Dave has so much love and passion for helping to grow The Hollis Company. And as he very firmly believes (and we discuss in-depth in our conversation), as human beings we can only experience growth in areas of life where we are less certain. So to anybody listening out there who’s on solid ground and considering wading into choppy waters fraught with risk, I can promise you one thing: Whatever your experience, you will grow from it and come out of the other side an improved version of yourself. To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

On today's show, you'll learn: - How-to leave your high paying job so that you can pursue your passion. - How-to overcome the very real fear of stagnation (and the dreaded check-lists). - How-to shake off criticism and grow thicker skin when it comes to facing outside noise regarding your life and creative ventures. Episode #21 of "The Process" podcast features Adrian Walker. Adrian is the founder and CEO of boataffair.com. The typical label for Adrian would be venture capitalist and entrepreneur, but after getting to know him better, I would say that at his heart he’s a creator. Whether it’s art, business, or a mixture of the two … the act of creation and then overcoming all of the unforeseen problems that inevitably rise up are what allows his soul to breath. To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

In this conversation you’ll learn: - How-to get out of the blame game and communicate more effectively with more empathy. - The magical mantra Jonathan traveled eighteen thousand miles for (That you’ll get from the comfort of where it is you’re listening to this podcast). - How-to increase the amount of love and peace in your life. Episode #20 of "The Process" podcast is with Jonathan Robinson. Jonathan Robinson was born into a wealthy family but grew up feeling miserable on the inside. He learned from an early age that money wasn’t a long-term solution for more love and inner peace and, after being suicical as a teenager, decided to search the world so that he could expand his love and increase his inner peace. His journey led him to conversations with the Dalai Lama, Mother Teresa, and Deepak Chopra among many others. As an international best-selling author and regular on the Oprah Winfrey show as well as being seen in places like USA Today, ABC, CNN, and Newsweek Jonathan has been seen and read by 250 million people around the world. So if you’ve ever wish you could have a “communication miracle” with your spouse, significant other, co-workers, or boss then this is the interview for you. To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

In our conversation you'll learn: - Victoria's process to continually improve and deepen the well in which she draws from in her craft. - Victoria's method of regular self-care. - How Neil Gaiman opened her eyes and blew her doors open to the many possibilities that exist for creators. - How creating something for yourself can have an unimaginable impact on your success. Episode #19 of "The Process" is with author V.E. Schwab. Victoria or V.E. Schwab is an international best-selling creator of engrossing worlds. What struck me first in my conversation with Victoria is that she has an enormous heart. The day her and I had this conversation I was less than 24 hours removed from a personal tragedy. I was emotionally fried while running on no sleep, and I had a very real fear that my brain was going to quit on me in this talk that I had been looking forward to for months. I took some time pre-interview to explain and apologize for what was going on, and she reacted with pure kindness, understanding and empathy. So, in addition to the fact that her books are incredible and more than worthy of your time and attention … the reason I’ll personally be a lifelong “Schwablin” and ambassador for her creations is because she’s an amazing human being with a kind and generous heart. To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

Today's episode is different than normal. It's a dedication to a little fluff ball that brought so much joy into my wife and I's life, and taught me a lesson that I'll never forget. To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

Today’s guest on “The Process” podcast is Michael Sorensen. At the age of 22 Michael confronted an addiction that had been plaguing him for quite some time. Like any world-class problem solver when confronting a problem they can’t seem to get a handle on, he sought out an expert which took the form of a therapist. In our conversation Michael and I talk about how that decision eventually led him down the road to writing a book on communication despite having no degree and not considering himself an expert. That book, “I Hear You: The Surprisingly Simple Skill Behind Extraordinary Relationships” is now transforming the way people communicate worldwide. being translated to multiple different languages around the world In this episode you’ll learn: - Why Michael believes everyone needs a therapist. - How-to predict the future success of your relationships in their current form (And also - How to take immediate action in improving your chances of success). - A simple communication skill that has gamebreaking potential in how you communicate. And much, much more. To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

Today’s guest on “The Process” is Rich Sheridan. In the late 90’s Rich was a high powered executive at a software company making lots of money. The only problem, despite his outward successes, is that he was absolutely miserable with a capital M. After the company he was working for was sold during the internet bubble, Rich and a couple of partners set out on a quest to create the software business they had always dreamed of working at. That company they created was Menlo Innovations, known worldwide today for their innovative culture that is build around one simple mission … creating more joy in the workplace.. In our conversation you’re going to learn Rich’s exact systems and processes he and his team use to shape Menlo into the amazing company it is today. You’ll also learn: - Actionables you can do in your own life to improve your relationship with your bosses. - The only way Rich has found to build more trust with your co-workers and teammates. - Why Menlo employees bring their babies to work with them and the (hilariously) unexpected benefits of that policy. - How to battle against the 6 sources of influence working against major behavioral changes (AKA - Why the failure rate of New Year Resolutions is 92%) And much, much more. Rich is a gem and a wealth of knowledge and I hope you come away from this interview ready to embrace your inner fears and run experiments in your own life that have the potential to change everything. To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

Before I continue on, I’d like to add a disclaimer to this episode, especially if you have young children around who can hear me speaking at this very moment: The following episode contains mature content. Listener discretion is advised. Today my guest is psychotherapist and author of “Unbroken: One Woman’s Journey to Rebuild a Life Shattered by Violence. A True Story of Survival and Hope”, Madeleine Black. At the age of 13 her innocence was shattered and her entire life experience was forever altered on one night where she was gang-raped by two American teenagers. I would like us to take a moment to visual our lives as 13 year olds. What was your middle school life experience like? What did you worry about? What were your chief concerns in life? Because of my good luck for lack of a better word, my memories are still of a naive and innocent boy that really knew very little about violence and evil in the world at large. I can’t even begin to fathom the amount of emotional strength that Madeleine possesses. In our conversation, we discuss: - Her decades long road to recovery - What we can do as parents and members of society to first help reduce and then eradicate sexual abuse … and this is of the utmost importance because recovery as a victim of sexual assault is an extremely long and difficult road that no one should have to walk. Anyone who’s watched helplessly while a human being they dearly love attempts to overcome the physical and psychological effects of sexual abuse can tell you there are no simple magic-bullet solutions. When it comes to the first steps that can be taken in the battle for eradication meditate on this quote by Edmund Burke, “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” The reality of the current world we live in was created because good people saw evil, sat around, and did nothing. Let’s change that by taking action whenever evil enters our sphere of influence. Madeleine and I also discuss forgiveness and her quest to help as many human beings affected by sexual assault as possible find their voice. To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

On today’s show I sit down with Kaitlin Sandeno. Kaitlin's a 4-time Olympic medalist including 2 bronze, 1 silver (Her favorite), and 1 gold. She’s also a 5-time World Champion. In 2004 in Athens, Greece Kaitlin along with Natalie Coughlin, Carly Piper, and Dana Vollmer broke the 17 year old world record by more than 2 seconds with their victory in the 4x200-meter freestyle relay. Currently Kaitlin is a broadcaster and swim coach who’s helping to raise the next generation of good young swimmers. She’s also the national spokesperson for the Jessie Rees foundation whose mission is to help every kid fighting cancer to never, ever give up. In our conversation we talk about working to improve your weaknesses vs. staying inside your comfort zone, Kaitlin’s favorite Olympic memory, giving back through the Jessie Rees foundation, helping to raise a future generation of good people now as a coach, and much more. To listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast, click that download or play button now. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

On today’s show we have Matt Javit. A few years back Matt and his wife Nicki got the travel bug, and they didn’t get this bug in form of tenuous thought or notion that, “Yeah …. One day, once we have enough money and freedom we’ll travel the world.” They got in an, “Okay. What actionable steps do we need to take to make this dream happen kind of way” Those actionable steps included budgeting, making sure they came back home to careers (Money matters mmkay), selling all of their stuff, and then telling all of their loved ones their plans. So if you’ve ever wanted to know: - Just how much money it costs to travel around the world for a year - How to enjoy yourself despite being in a different culture than you’re used to - How to react when faced with a source of constant negativity - How incredibly thoughtful and different the Japanese culture really is ... Then click that download or play button now to listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast. Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcess Follow @the_process_podcast on Instagram Reach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com