451. Mind Magic with Dr. James Doty

The top reason why startups fail isn’t about funding, technology, or the market. It’s because of people issues. Josh Yellin joins the show today to explain how to prioritize and work through issues between co-founders, teams, and whole organizations. Josh Yellin has a decade of experience running the Google Startup Accelerator. He worked with the world’s most promising startups and their founders. He found that many startup founders are technical wizards, but haven’t managed organizations before. Compounding the issue, the experienced people brought onboard by founders have a hard time adjusting to a startup team. Josh has now put all his experience and expertise in a book, “The Bonfire Moment, How to Bring Your Team Together to Solve the Hardest Problems Startups Face.” In today’s episode he gives us a few highlights: Common traps, Strawman vs Steelman arguments, and navigating feedback. This is an episode you definitely don’t want to miss! If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com to learn about our one-on-one coaching, as well as our exclusive community membership program. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Why people issues often fall to the bottom of startup to-do lists Common traps for innovative teams Dealing with disagreements and feedback Links & Tools from This Episode: Learn more and connect with Josh Yellin at BonfireMoment.com Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] Produced by NOVA Media

If you don’t know your core values, you can end up being wildly successful, but miserable. If you don’t know your team members’ core values, they’re probably going to leave. Today, our colleague Mark Donohue, joins us to talk about what core values are and how to discover them.   We talk about how core values are factual, not aspirational. They aren’t what you aspire to be, but who you are at your core right now. By identifying them, you can better align your decisions with your sense of fulfillment, both in your professional and personal life.  Mark walks us through the process of identifying them, and how they may change over time. We also talk about how to manage conflict around people’s unique core values, finding counterbalances and new ways of doing things. Plus, we have a little fun with each other about our core values– it can be pretty amusing and endearing when you know your co-workers’ core values. Want to identify your core values? Sign up for our free webinar, access our free PDF, or buy the Core Values Deck at The1Thing.com/core-values  *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The difference between aspirational and factual values How identifying core values can lower conflict and increase fulfillment That your core values may change over time Links & Tools from This Episode: Sign up for our free webinar, access our free PDF, or buy the Core Values Deck at The1Thing.com/core-values  Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] Produced by NOVA Media

When Dr. James Doty was a kid growing up in tough circumstances, he happened into a magic store and met a woman who taught him the manifestation technique. He tells that story in his wildly popular first book, “Into the Magic Shop.” Today, James joins us to tell us about his new book, “Mind Magic” which covers what happened after he manifested everything he thought he wanted. As an adult, James’ manifestation of beautiful homes, cars, and life of riches came true. He was a successful neurosurgeon, jetsetting across the world. But he was miserable. After losing millions in the dot com crash, he sat down and rethought his manifestations.  In his new book, James explains that through this process of reflection, he realized that manifestation without compassion for others leads to unhappiness. He digs into the neuroscience behind this phenomenon, and shares the lessons he’s learned.  If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com to learn about our one-on-one coaching, as well as our exclusive community membership program. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Authentic manifestation The neuroscience behind compassion The power of beliefs and habits Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “Mind Magic: The Neuroscience of Manifestation and How It Changes Everything” Also read “Into the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon's Quest to Discover the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets of the Heart” Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] Produced by NOVA Media

What do Jane Goodall, Margaret Atwood, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Steve Wozniak, Kristi Yamaguchi, Ronnie Lott, Katy Milkman, and Angela Duckworth all have in common? Well, for starters, Guy Kawasaki has had in-depth, one-on-one conversations with each of them, and hundreds of successful people like them. But, as Guy writes about in his new book, what they truly have in common is similar paths to being remarkable. Guy Kawasaki joins us on the show today to tell us about his newest book, “Think Remarkable: Nine Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference.” He’s taken 250 hours of interviews with incredible individuals on his podcast, “Remarkable People,” and distilled them into one book. Rather than list out every interview one, by one, he’s identified the nine common paths that run through each one.  In today’s episode, Guy tells us about those paths, and weaves in his own hilarious, personal stories. And he has plenty of stories: He’s been the Chief Evangelist of Apple, trustee of the Wikimedia Foundation, special assistant to the Motorola division of Google, and much more.  Guy’s wisdom and insights are a delight. Take a listen! If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com to learn about our one-on-one coaching, as well as our exclusive community membership program. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The importance of steady, on-going growth Developing passions that matter to you and can connect you to others Making a difference in the world, starting with yourself Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “Think Remarkable” Connect with Guy on LinkedIn Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] or send us a voice note by going to SpeakPipe.com/the1thing. Produced by NOVA Media

“If you do not die with ownership, if you die as the average person dies in the US, you will die alone, fat, and broke. Those are just the numbers.” Those are the words of Codie Sanchez, our guest on today’s episode. But her goal is to help you not be average. Her goal is to teach everyone how to buy businesses and make good business deals.   Codie Sanchez is the founder of Contrarian Thinking. After a stint as a journalist and some time on Wall Street, she knew wanted to give everyday people the insider’s info on wealth creation. Today she teaches courses, publishes media, and builds communities doing just that. Codie shares with us a breadth of tips: Be Captain No, buy boring businesses, have a creed to live by, only get feedback from winners, ask simple questions, frontload pain, hire competent people no matter their industry, and, of course, buy a business.  Buckle up because Codie takes us on a whirlwind tour of how to create wealth. Go to the1thing.com/Codie to sign up to be the first to know about Codie’s upcoming book release. *** This episode of That ONE Thing is brought to you by RISMedia Premier. RISMedia Premier offers exclusive information and insights necessary to achieve unparalleled success in real estate. All Keller Williams listeners receive $100 off their annual membership when they go to rismedia.com/premier and use coupon code RISFR24. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Buying businesses with same mindset of buying bonds Investing in education to avoid investing in pain Having a creed to live by Links & Tools from This Episode: Go to the1thing.com/Codie to sign up to be the first to know about Codie’s upcoming book release. Learn more at CodieSanchez.com Follow Codie on Instagram: @CodieSanchez Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] Produced by NOVA Media

There’s a difference between living a life that ignites your passion and simply existing. You get to choose which one you want. Our guest today, John R. Miles, is here to teach us the proven tactics for living an intentional life that matters. John is a leading authority on intentional behavior change, personal growth and mattering. He’s a celebrated leader, speaker, entrepreneur, award-winning podcaster, and author of a new book called “Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles To Unlock Your Purpose And Ignite Your Most Intentional Life.” Today we talk about John’s “Psychology of Progress” and the importance of micro choices. We also talk about John’s “Deliberate Action Process” which is: Analysis, prioritization, ignition, execution, measurement, and renewal. We also touch on his concept of “Anxiety Optimizer,” finding the sweet spot of being on the edge without going over the edge. We cover a ton of ground in this episode- buckle up and get ready to learn! If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com to learn about our one-on-one coaching, as well as our exclusive community membership program. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: John’s Psychology of Progress framework The Deliberate Action Process John developed for businesses The concept of the Anxiety Optimizer Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “Passion Struck” Take the Passion Struck Quiz Listen to the Passion Struck Podcast Learn more at JohnRMiles.com Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] Produced by NOVA Media

Do you have the same ol’ generic value proposition as your competition? You probably do and it’s not working, according to communications expert Phil M. Jones. In this episode, Phil takes us through how to pick the right words, the right framing, and the right timing in sales, and in life. A lot of times we tend to be careless or unprepared in our communication. This leads to missed sales, unnecessary friction in conversations, and leadership failures. Paul is here not only to teach us some of the concepts behind good communication, but help us find exact go-to words and phrases. Whether you are someone people perceive as having the “natural gift of gab” or someone who really struggles with communicating, Paul has tips on how you can grow your skill. Tune in and find out! If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com to learn about our one-on-one coaching, as well as our exclusive community membership program. *** Looking to start your next big thing? One of the first steps to take when building your brand or business is creating a website. But if you’re no web developer or can’t hire one, don’t worry–Hostinger is here to help. They offer affordable hosting solutions, emphasizing technological innovation and accessibility. They make it easy to establish an online presence using cutting-edge technologies like an AI assistant aimed at enhancing the user experience. If you’re ready to take your business online, visit Hostinger.com/onething and use code ONETHING for 10% off. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The building blocks of a value proposition The importance of preparation in communication How to deliver tough truths Links & Tools from This Episode: Learn more at PhilMJones.com Connect with Phil on Instagram @PhilMJonesUK Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] Produced by NOVA Media

Our guest today has consulted for a Middle East monarchy and engineered the massive growth of 1-800-GOT-JUNK. The president of Forbes calls him the “CEO Whisperer.” We are thrilled to interview Cameron Herold. Cameron tells us those secrets he’s whispering to CEOs: Train employees on leadership not just skills; create a strong vision and culture; and care about each part of your business. Whether you’re a COO, in operations, or starting a brand new company, Cameron has tons of tactical advice on how to grow your business and empower your team. Tune in and listen to his tips on building leadership at every level. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com to learn about our one-on-one coaching, as well as our exclusive community membership program. *** Looking to start your next big thing? One of the first steps to take when building your brand or business is creating a website. But if you’re no web developer or can’t hire one, don’t worry–Hostinger is here to help. They offer affordable hosting solutions, emphasizing technological innovation and accessibility. They make it easy to establish an online presence using cutting-edge technologies like an AI assistant aimed at enhancing the user experience. If you’re ready to take your business online, visit Hostinger.com/onething and use code ONETHING for 10% off. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The importance of creating a bold vision, but not ignoring operational details Training your employees in leadership, not just technical skills Using concepts like virality and gamification to strengthen training Links & Tools from This Episode: Sign up for Cameron’s Invest in Your Leaders course. Use the promo code “CameronH10” for 10% off: InvestInYourLeaders.com. Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] Produced by NOVA Media

If you think your anxieties and insecurities are giving you that extra edge, extra drive, think again. In Gino Wickman’s newest book, “Shine: How Looking Inward Is the Key to Unlocking True Entrepreneurial Freedom,” he shows how inner peace leads to more positive, productive energy. On our episode today, Gino shares with us the 10 Disciplines to achieve that peace in very practical, and simple terms. If you’re afraid he is going to advise you to go live in a hut on a mountain top, don’t be. His tips are for driven entrepreneurs just like us. The bottom line: While you’re achieving outside successes (wealth, status, etc.), you can also be working on inside successes (living authentically, calming your central nervous system, etc.). As Gino will tell you, if he can do it, you can do it! If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com to learn about our one-on-one coaching, as well as our exclusive community membership program. *** Looking to start your next big thing? One of the first steps to take when building your brand or business is creating a website. But if you’re no web developer or can’t hire one, don’t worry–Hostinger is here to help. They offer affordable hosting solutions, emphasizing technological innovation and accessibility. They make it easy to establish an online presence using cutting-edge technologies like an AI assistant aimed at enhancing the user experience. If you’re ready to take your business online, visit Hostinger.com/onething and use code ONETHING for 10% off. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Finding inner peace even as a driven entrepreneur  The importance of letting your “freak flag fly” How to be humbly confident Links & Tools from This Episode: Read Gino Wickham’s newest book: Shine: 10 Disciplines for Maximizing Your Energy, Impact, and Inner Peace Download the first chapter of “Shine”: The10Disciplines.com Take the True Self Assessment: The10Disciplines.com Sign up for self-study, group coaching, or a mastermind on The 10 Disciplines: The10Disciplines.com Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] Produced by NOVA Media

Are you lying to yourself? There are lies we tell ourselves all the time that trip us up. They’re little things we whisper in our own ear that we think will help us be productive, build good habits, or grow our business, but they don’t. In this episode, we’re going to go over the most common lies that mislead and derail us. The list includes things like “Oh I’ll just multitask and get these things done quicker” or “I’ll just rely on willpower in the moment.” Those are statements that only lead to struggles and failure later. Don’t use them to plan your day, much less your life. We talk frankly about prioritization, focus, discipline, willpower, and work-life balance. We give you the truth to counteract those little lies. Tune in and learn what to tell yourself next time you’re tempted to mislead yourself. Want to channel your discipline to build habits, rather than trying to solely rely on limited willpower? Download the free My 66 Day Challenge Calendar! *** Looking to start your next big thing? One of the first steps to take when building your brand or business is creating a website. But if you’re no web developer or can’t hire one, don’t worry–Hostinger is here to help. They offer affordable hosting solutions, emphasizing technological innovation and accessibility. They make it easy to establish an online presence using cutting-edge technologies like an AI assistant aimed at enhancing the user experience. If you’re ready to take your business online, visit Hostinger.com/onething and use code ONETHING for 10% off. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Using the 80/20 rule to focus on what’s important Building your calendar with your daily willpower levels in mind How training yourself to think big is like running– it gets easier with repetition Links & Tools from This Episode: Download the free My 66 Day Challenge Calendar Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] Produced by NOVA Media Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75