The MINDset Game® Podcast

In today’s world, there’s a growing sense that change is happening at an unprecedented pace, and the ways that things have been done in the past may no longer serve us in the future. Successfully navigating this evolving, increasingly complex reality will require a new level of leadership, which some experts have referred to as “integral leadership.” In Episode 187 of The MINDset Game® podcast, we dive into the concept of integral leadership with our guest, Bob Anderson. As the founder and Chief Knowledge Officer of The Leadership Circle and co-author of the books, “Mastering Leadership” and “Scaling Leadership,” Bob has been a pacesetter in the field of leadership development for over 30 years. He created The Leadership Circle Profile™, a 360-degree assessment used by organizations worldwide to measure the effectiveness of their leaders (both individually and collectively), chart a pathway for their development, and assess their progress along the way. In this week’s episode, Bob discusses the following: To learn more about Bob and access assessments and other resources, visit https://leadershipcircle.com. If you'd like to learn more about the Unity Academy, visit https://leadershipcircle.com/leadership-coach-certifications/unity-academy/ To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

In a world that feels increasingly divided, it’s common to find ourselves in conversations that may result in conflict, misunderstanding, or a general lack of connection. However, by becoming more conscious of the words we use when speaking with others and shifting our mindsets towards cooperation and harmony, we can have more effective conversations and build stronger relationships – even with those whose viewpoints may differ starkly from our own. As a communication strategist and the founder and CEO of the Intrigue Agency and the Tongue Fu!® Training Institute, Sam Horn helps people design and deliver one-of-a-kind presentations, pitches, books, businesses, and brands that scale their impact for good. She is an in-demand keynoter and trainer for organizations like Intel, Oracle and Accenture, and her three incredible TEDx talks and numerous books – including "Talking on Eggshells," "Tongue Fu!: How to Deflect, Disarm, and Defuse Any Verbal Conflict” and “Someday is Not a Day in the Week” – have been featured in The New York Times, Fast Company, and Forbes. As our guest in Episode 186 of The MINDset Game® podcast, Sam discusses the following: To learn more about Sam Horn and access her TEDx talks and other resources, visit https://samhorn.com. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

From minor setbacks to life-altering tragedies, a resilient mindset can help you navigate life’s inevitable challenges. Whether you’re a parent seeking to nurture resilience in your kids, a leader trying to build stronger, higher-performing teams, or you’d like to enhance your own capacity for resilience, tapping into the power of your mindset can have a transformative impact on those around you. As a clinical psychologist on the faculty of Harvard Medical School and former director of the Department of Psychology at McLean Hospital, a private psychiatric hospital in the Boston area, Dr. Robert Brooks has lectured nationally and internationally and written extensively about topics such as resilience across our lifespans, parenting and family issues, motivation, and creating positive school and work environments. He is the author or co-author of 21 books, including “Raising Resilient Children,” “The Power of Resilience: Achieving Balance, Confidence, and Personal Strength in Your Life,” and “Reflections on Mortality: Insights into Meaningful Living.” Dr. Brooks has also won numerous awards for his work, including, most recently, the Mental Health Humanitarian Award from William James College for his contributions as a clinician, educator, and author. In Episode 185 of The MINDset Game® podcast, Dr. Brooks shares the following insights: To learn more about Dr. Brooks and to access his articles and other resources, visit https://www.drrobertbrooks.com. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

Have you ever sought to change something in your personal or professional life, but found it difficult to sustain the new behaviors needed to successfully implement the change? Often, the keys to creating lasting, meaningful transformation lie in shifting our mindsets and building the courage to step into new ways of being – but how can we do that? Driven by a passion for neuroscience, persuasion, and human biology, Dr. Mark Young is the founder and CEO of Jekyll + Hyde Labs, which he has built into one of the nation's most successful advertising agencies for challenger and emerging brand consumer products. Jekyll + Hyde has won dozens of national awards and represents consumer products in every major retailer in the U.S., with combined sales in the billions. Considered one of the top 50 influencers in the mental and physical space, Mark is also a frequent speaker and teacher of longevity programs for entrepreneurs and health professionals, as well as the author of the book, “HYPNO-TI$ING: The Secrets and Science of Ads That Sell More...” In Episode 184 of The MINDset Game® podcast, Mark delves into the psychology of change and what drives human behavior as he discusses: To learn more about Dr. Mark Young, visit https://www.meetmarkyoung.com or look for his books on Amazon, or visit https://jandhlabs.com to learn more about Jekyll + Hyde Labs. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

Have you ever found yourself in the habit of using a certain product, program, or platform when seeking to alleviate an uncomfortable feeling (such as stress or boredom) or access an overall greater sense of satisfaction? Many of the items that we use in our day-to-day lives were intentionally designed to be habit-forming – and understanding the psychology behind what makes these products so catchy can be beneficial for both their developers and consumers alike. In his award-winning book, “Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products,” Nir Eyal examines the factors that drive customer engagement and lead consumers to use certain products again and again. Nir is also the author of “Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life” (which he discussed in Episode 164 of The MINDSet Game® podcast), has taught as a lecturer in marketing at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, and has sold to technology companies since 2003. Joining us for the second time in Episode 183 of The MINDSet Game, Nir discusses the following: To learn more, read Nir’s book, “Hooked,” or visit NirAndFar.com. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

Have you ever contemplated the question, “How can I live a good life?” In ancient times, famous Greek and Roman philosophers, such as Aristotle, Plato, and Epictetus, answered this timeless question with one word: “areté,” which translates to “excellence” or “virtue.” However, the word’s deeper meaning refers to being your best self on a moment-to-moment basis. In our modern times, how can we each be our best selves moment by moment, particularly when faced with seemingly endless distractions and often negative influences? Brian Johnson, our guest in Episode 182 of The MINDset Game® podcast, seeks to help people achieve their highest potential, with a specific goal of creating a world in which 51% of humanity is flourishing by the year 2051. Brian is the founder and CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation and the author of “Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential.” Defining himself as 50% philosopher and 50% CEO, he’s built and sold two social platforms, helped millions of people from around the world, trained 10,000+ Heroic Coaches from 100+ countries, and created a protocol that science says changes lives. In this week’s episode, Brian discusses the following: To learn more about Brian and the Heroic Public Benefit Corporation, visit https://www.heroic.us or look for “Heroic: The Training Platform” in the iOS or Android app stores. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

Whether you’re seeking to forgive someone in your life, tap into your highest self, or simply access a greater sense of harmony and well-being, a set of practices known as Huna offers a path to living your best and most fulfilled life. Originating from the wisdom of the ancient Hawaiians, Huna can help you work with the power of your energy and eliminate any mental, emotional, or spiritual baggage that may be holding you back. Dr. Jane Lewis, our guest in Episode 181 of The MINDset Game® podcast, has been teaching Huna in Hawaii and the UK since 2005. She is also a certified neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) trainer and has an academic PhD focused on spirituality and leadership, with a particular emphasis on Huna. With a specialty in coaching and teaching people to let go of the blocks that hold them back from living their most fulfilled lives, one of Jane’s superpowers is channeling profound meditations and visualizations for groups and individuals, such as moon meditations, wind meditations, peace meditations and more. In this week’s episode, Jane shares the following: Jane then guides us through a meditative practice focused on finding forgiveness and releasing baggage in order to access greater peace. To learn more about Dr. Jane Lewis and to access her trainings, meditations, and visualizations, visit https://drjanelewis.com or https://secretartofhuna.com, or search for her YouTube channel. To subscribe to The MINDset Game podcast, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

As we go through life, we all experience numerous situations that require courage, whether it’s the courage to overcome a perceived failure, to pursue a desired career path or relationship, or simply the courage to let ourselves feel uncomfortable emotions. However, particularly when we feel overwhelmed or depleted, it can be difficult to summon the courage to follow our own “true north,” or true selves. Known as the “courage doctor” for organizations because of her focus on courage implementation to increase capacity for creativity and innovation, CB Bowman is a venerated expert in courageous leadership. She is the CEO of the Association of Corporate Executive Coaches and has earned countless accolades and distinctions, including being named one of the top 50 coaches in the world by Thinkers50, one of the top 15 experts in branding by Global Gurus, and among the top 50 thought leaders on leadership, diversity, and inclusion by Thinkers360. CB is also the host of an amazing videocast and podcast titled “Courage to Leap and Lead,” and her keynotes inspire people to re-envision how they think about courage in terms of profitability and a willingness to see failure as a success. In Episode 180 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, CB shares how courage has played a role in her personal and professional lives as she discusses the following: To learn more about CB, connect with her on LinkedIn or look for her book, “Courage to Leap & Lead: A Roadmap for Redefining Failure into Success,” on Amazon. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

When faced with tension or a dilemma, many people seek to resolve it by focusing on one solution or another. However, in situations where a polarity may be at play, supplementing this “either/or” thinking with “both/and” thinking is crucial for successfully navigating change and conflict, thereby leading to better results and greater harmony. As the creator of the first polarity map and set of principles, Dr. Barry Johnson has been sharing his passion for polarity thinking with a wide range of organizations around the world since 1975. He is also the chairman of Polarity Partnerships, which has helped build a collaborative international community of polarity practitioners, and the author of “Polarity Management: Identifying and Managing Unsolvable Problems.” In Episode 179 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Barry discusses the following: To learn more about polarities and access a variety of resources, including training and certification programs, visit https://www.polaritypartnerships.com, or email Barry at barry@polaritypartnerships.com. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

Throughout our lives, we all have experiences that may feel traumatic to some extent. Whether we realize it or not, these experiences often leave a lasting emotional and psychological impact, which can manifest in physical conditions or illnesses – sometimes many years later. Therefore, when seeking to overcome illness and achieve greater wellness, it may be beneficial to get curious about the psycho-emotional roots underlying our physical health and develop new patterns focused on healing. One approach that aims to better understand and leverage the power of the mind-body connection is called META Health, which is based on the belief that our lived experiences often show up in our physical and psychological health as symptoms, diagnoses, and conditions. In Episode 178 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, we discuss this approach with our guest, Dr. Craig Weiner. As a doctor of chiropractic medicine and certified META Health trainer, as well as the co-director of the Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Tapping Training Institute and an approved Matrix Reimprinting trainer, Dr. Weiner is an expert on EFT Tapping and other techniques intended to alleviate physical pain and emotional distress, while helping others understand the mind-body connection and feel more empowered when it comes to their own health. In this week’s episode, Dr. Weiner discusses the following: To learn more about Dr. Weiner and his trainings, visit https://www.efttappingtraining.com or email him at craig@efttappingtraining.com. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

Whether you generally enjoy small talk or you dread it, conversational skills offer a powerful way to build rapport and create meaningful connections with others in your personal and professional life. While the art of conversation is crucial for leaders in particular, many people – especially those who identify as introverts – can find it challenging at times. As a self-proclaimed formerly shy, “tongue-tied” engineer, Debra Fine is now an internationally recognized conversation and networking skills expert, motivational speaker, and best-selling author of the book, “The Fine Art of Small Talk: How to Start a Conversation, Keep It Going, Build Networking Skills – and Leave a Positive Impression!” Debra’s impressive client list includes associations, government agencies, and large corporations such as Google, Lockheed Martin, United Airlines, and Procter & Gamble. In Episode 177 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Debra discusses the following topics: To learn more about Debra or to get in touch with her, visit https://www.debrafine.com. To subscribe to The MINDset Game podcast, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

When facing uncertainty in your personal or professional life, it’s natural to experience feelings of fear, discomfort, or resistance to change. However, uncertainty is not always negative – by reframing how you view uncertainty, you may find that it can serve as a powerful source of opportunity. As a master-certified business growth strategist, keynote speaker, and author of several award-winning books, including “Thrive: Strategies to Turn Uncertainty to Competitive Advantage,” Meridith Elliott Powell helps leaders and business owners learn how to thrive amidst uncertainty. Meridith has also been voted among the top 15 business growth experts to watch by CurrencyFair, as well as the top 100 sales influencers by LinkedIn and top 41 motivational speakers, and has earned the coveted honor of being inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame. As our guest in Episode 176 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Meridith discusses the following: To learn more about Meridith, visit www.valuespeaker.com or connect with her on LinkedIn. At her website, you will find a variety of resources, including her weekly podcast and free monthly masterclass. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

Imagine walking away virtually unharmed from a near-fatal event. How do you think your perspective on life might change? Would you view the event as a devastating trauma, or as an opportunity to achieve new levels of growth and excellence while serving as an inspiration to others? As one of the last passengers to make it off of US Airways Flight 1549 – also known as the “Miracle on the Hudson,” or the flight that crash-landed on the Hudson River on January 15, 2009 – Dave Sanderson chose to view the experience as a transformative opportunity. Dave is now a nationally recognized leadership speaker, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and philanthropist who travels the world to share his inspirational leadership lessons, specializing in working with established and emerging leaders and entrepreneurs to help them find opportunities from uncertainty. With 37 years of experience in sales and sales leadership, he also served as the Director of Security for Tony Robbins for over 10 years, has been named one of Inc’s top 100 leadership speakers, and has raised over $14.8 million for the American Red Cross through his talks. As our guest in Episode 175 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Dave shares the following life lessons: To learn more about Dave, visit https://davesandersonspeaks.com or find him on LinkedIn. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

When you ask yourself the question, “Who am I?”, several different responses may come to mind related to your professional roles, personal traits, and relationships—for instance, you might answer, “I am an entrepreneur,” “I’m a perfectionist,” or “I am a parent.” However, our identities tend to shift over time, which can lead to feelings of discomfort, but can also present exciting new opportunities. As the Associate Director at the Christensen Center for Teaching and Learning at Harvard Business School, Dr. Alexandra Sedlovskaya focuses her research on a variety of areas, including management, education, and pedagogies that support participant-centered learning. She obtained her PhD in Psychology from Yale University, and extended her research training as a postdoctoral associate at the Yale School of Management. Dr. Sedlovskaya also consults faculty at Harvard Business School and leads workshops at academic institutions in the U.S. and abroad, including a course called “Self and Identity” at the Harvard Extension School. In Episode 174 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Dr. Sedlovskaya starts with an exercise designed to help you gain clarity on the many different identities you may ascribe to yourself, and then discusses the following: To get in touch with Dr. Alexandra Sedlovskaya, she invites listeners to email her at asedlovskaya@hbs.edu. To enroll in her “Self and Identity” course, which can be taken either in person or online, search for it in the course catalog at https://extension.harvard.edu/academics/programs/take-a-course/. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

We are all born with innate gifts and talents that can help us build more meaningful, satisfying lives—not only for ourselves, but for others and the world at large as well. However, it’s not always clear what these gifts are or how to access them, and becoming the best version of yourself may require commitment, discipline, and a mindset shift. As one of the world’s top five most award-winning speakers, the author of 25 books (including three international bestsellers), and a certified virtual presenter and past President of the National Speakers Association, Jim Cathcart has inspired countless people around the globe. His TEDx talk, “How to Believe in Yourself,” has over 2.6 million views, and his PBS television programs, podcast appearances, and radio shows have reached millions of success seekers. Jim is also an executive MBA professor at California Lutheran University School of Management, where he serves as the school’s first entrepreneur in residence, and has been inducted into the Sales and Marketing Hall of Fame in London for his pioneering work with his concept of relationship selling. In Episode 173 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Jim shares the following insights: To learn more about Jim and to access some of his speeches and other resources, visit https://cathcart.com. To subscribe to The MINDset Game podcast, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com.

Have you ever asked yourself, “Why am I here? What am I meant to contribute to the world?” As we go about pursuing personal and professional goals in our day-to-day lives, many of us feel that we may have a higher calling or purpose – yet trying to identify that purpose can feel overwhelming. As a recognized global visionary, founder of the Soul of Money Institute and co-founder of the Pachamama Alliance, Lynne Twist has worked with over 100,000 people in 50 countries in the arenas of fundraising with integrity, conscious philanthropy, strategic visioning, and having a healthy relationship with money. She also serves on several nonprofit boards, is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards (including the Women of Distinction Award from the United Nations), and is the author of the award-winning books, “Living a Committed Life: Finding Freedom and Fulfillment in a Purpose Larger Than Yourself” and “The Soul of Money: Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Life.” As our guest in Episode 172 of The MINDset Game® podcast, Lynne shares some of the incredible experiences she’s had throughout her life’s work, while offering the following insights: To learn more about Lynne and her incredible causes and to access a variety of courses, visit https://soulofmoney.org or https://pachamama.org. To subscribe to The MINDset Game podcast, visit TheMindsetGame.com.

Whether you’re leading a small team, a large organization or anything in between, change is sometimes inevitable, and resistance to change is common. For leaders seeking to help their teams navigate new circumstances and ensure that change is successfully implemented in order to meet established business goals, embracing the right mindsets can be crucial. In Episode 172 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, we delve into change management strategies with two experts: Michelle Haggerty and Sudeshna Basu Roy. Michelle is the Chief Operating Officer and U.S. president of Prosci, a global leader in change management solutions backed by more than 25 years of change management research and best practices. Through balancing operational excellence with the customer experience, Michelle helps companies optimize the benefits of change management and achieve their project outcomes. Sudeshna is the co-founder and CEO of Marg, a corporate training and consulting firm with a pan-India presence specializing in change management, cultural transformation, business strategy, and team development. Her organization is the authorized affiliate of Prosci in the Indian subcontinent, providing change management certification, enterprise training and advisory services. During our conversation, Michelle and Sudeshna discuss the following: To learn more about Prosci and to access a variety of resources, including webinars, e-books, and more information about the ADKAR Model, visit https://www.prosci.com. To learn more about Sudeshna Basu Roy and Marg, visit https://margonline.com. To subscribe to The MINDset Game podcast, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

For organizations across the globe, a recent Gallup survey revealed an alarming statistic: only about one-third of employees are engaged. Of the majority who are not engaged, 16% are actively disengaged, often due to flaws in the workplace such as a lack of vision or lack of clarity from leadership. Improving employee engagement is essential for achieving better productivity, results, and workforce morale – but what can leaders do to reverse this trend that seems to have worsened in recent years? Katharine Halpin, our guest in Episode 170 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, offers several practical, actionable solutions. As a master-level certified coach, author, and speaker, Katharine left her CPA career to help executives and managers transform their teams and organizations into true communities where trust and respect are demonstrated. By inspiring people to bring their best selves to work every day and helping them feel safe to step up and speak up, these communities then drive organic growth and ignite innovation. In this week’s episode, Katharine shares the following: To learn more about Katharine and her process, find her on LinkedIn, visit https://halpincompany.com, or look for her books on Amazon. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

When looking at the world around us, from our interpersonal relationships to business enterprises to sociopolitical groups, it often seems that conflict and competition are inevitable. But what if greater harmony and collaboration were possible – and the keys for accessing this higher state of being were already ingrained in each of us? According to Jeddah Mali, our guest in Episode 169 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, tapping into a source called natural intelligence can provide a pathway to greater peace, joy, and lightness, from the individual to the global level. As an internationally recognized visionary and change agent, as well as the creator of the Intelligent Life model and mapping system, Jeddah’s body of work provides a completely new approach to understanding human behavior and how individuals positively impact the collective and the wider environment. Jeddah is a TEDx speaker and has been mentoring and consulting for CEOs, as well as advising and guiding global thought leaders and changemakers from over 60 countries, for the last 35 years. She is on the Board of the HeartMath Institute and on the steering committee of the Global Coherence Initiative. In this week’s episode, Jeddah discusses the following: Jeddah then guides us through an exercise to help us harness the power of our own natural intelligence. To learn more about Jeddah, natural intelligence, and to access a variety of resources, visit https://www.intelligent.life. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.

Whether you’re navigating health challenges or the simple stresses of day-to-day life, there are several different modalities that may provide relief and enhance overall wellness. One modality that has gained popularity for its ease of use, versatility, and scientific backing is known as Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), a set of techniques involving a gentle tapping or percussion of the fingertips on the skin intended to reduce psycho-physiological stress. After serious health setbacks in her twenties led her to discover the power of EFT, Arishma Singh has become an expert in the modality. As a globally certified and accredited EFT practitioner, Arishma leveraged EFT tapping to develop her own methodology called THRIVE, which she shares in her book, “The Respected Salesperson,” in an effort to enable high performers to achieve sustainable success without compromising their well-being. She also uses EFT tapping to empower individuals and corporate teams to overcome inner blocks, enhance productivity and performance, and achieve life-changing transformation. In Episode 168 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Arishma shares the following: Arishma also guides us through two exercises: a tap and breathe session, and tapping intended to alleviate the stress associated with an imagined future event. To learn more about Arishma and access a variety of free resources, including a downloadable app with EFT exercises, visit https://arishma.com. To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.