MASTER YOUR MINDSET: Tools to Win the Inner-Game

What do you do when you have the résumé and the results but still wonder if you belong? In this episode of the Master Your Mindset podcast, Colin sits down with Damon Lembi, CEO of Learn It, a leadership expert focused on first-time leaders, and a three-time best-selling author. Damon is also a former Arizona State baseball player and host of the Learn It All podcast.Damon shares how a tough conversation with his college coach, an injury and a transfer shaped the way he handles self-doubt. He walks through the framework he built for overcoming imposter thoughts, then applies the same mindset to leadership, AI and personal growth.In this episode:Damon's path from baseball to CEO, including how he started in a receptionist role at Learn ItA four-step framework for overcoming imposter syndrome: label your fear, put in the hard work, practice deliberately, then let go and learnWhy top performers often struggle as first-time leaders, and why great leaders are "hero makers, not heroes"Humility and curiosity as core leadership traitsWhy AI adoption is usually a people problem rather than a technology problem, and how to use AI as a thought partner instead of a thought leaderDamon's three books, including The Learn It All Leader and the kids' baseball story he based on itThe spotlight effect: why other people aren't thinking about you as much as you fearConnect with Damon: Find him on LinkedIn (Damon Lembi) and check out the Learn It All podcast.

In this episode, we dive deep into the inner game of influence and why success leaves clues. Sharing a pivotal story from my early sales career, I break down the concept of "drafting", learning directly from top performers to conserve energy, avoid costly mistakes, and reach your goals faster. I discusses the two ultimate catalysts for personal and professional growth:a coach and a community and introduce my brand new 6-month training cohort, Inner Game of Influence, based on my new book The Oz Method. Tune in to discover actionable strategies for mastering your messaging, building authentic brand awareness, and leveraging human connection in an era AI can't replace.Buy The Oz MethodSign up for Inner Game of Influence

In this episode we dive deep into a paradox that traps far too many leaders, parents, and managers: The higher your power, the lower your perspective.Pulling inspiration from author Daniel Pink’s insights on influence and the groundbreaking relationship research of Doctors John and Julie Gottman, we break down how success can inadvertently breed disconnection, lack of empathy, and even contempt.The Power-Perspective Paradox: Why climbing the ladder often makes leaders blind to what’s actually happening on the ground.The #1 Relationship Killer: How "contempt" destroys trust in both business and personal relationships.Staying in the Trenches: Practical advice on how to remain curious, empathetic, and connected to your team or family, no matter how high you climb.Don't let your position erase your perspective. Tune in to learn how getting back on the ground level can radically transform your influence.👉 Pre-Order Your Copy of The Oz Method Today!

Have you ever let a bad sales call, a negative thought, or a recent failure ruin the rest of your day?In this episode we dive deep into a simple yet incredibly powerful mental performance tool: the Reset Word.Whether it's a goofy pattern-interrupter like "potato" used by youth sports teams, or a centering focus word like "abundance" or "limitless," a reset word is your secret weapon for getting back to the present moment.In this episode, you’ll learn:How peak performers and Olympic athletes use "reset phrases" to stay resilient.The psychology of breaking a negative mental pattern before it derails your confidence.How Transcendental Meditation (TM) and mantras occupy the mind to block out unproductive thoughts.Practical ways to apply this tool today in sales, parenting, public speaking, and daily life.Stop letting your current thoughts derail your authenticity, courage, and execution. Tune in, break the pattern, and find your reset word today!P.S. Don't forget to pre-order The Oz Method, dropping July 21st, for more elite mental skills on leadership, sales, and success!

In this episode, Collin sits down with behavior change expert and host of the Change Made Easy podcast, Paul Levitin. Paul shares his journey from a frustrated personal trainer to a mindset coach, revealing why "perfect plans" often fail because they treat humans like robots rather than people. They dive deep into the "E.A.S.I.E.R." framework, a system designed to help you stop fighting yourself and start achieving sustainable growth in fitness, business, and relationships. Paul argues that the secret to long-term change isn't more willpower—it's reducing friction and leaning into the "human" parts of our nature. Key Takeaways:The Meta-Skill of Self-Knowledge: Why you must distinguish between your true desires and the "wants" projected onto you by society. The E.A.S.I.E.R. Framework: A step-by-step breakdown (Enthusiasm, Availability, Straightforward, Imperfect, Exponential, Repeatable) to evaluate and improve any habit. Optimization vs. Execution: Why trying to find the "perfect" routine often prevents you from doing anything at all. Good Coaching is Good Sales: How to use curiosity and alignment to influence others—whether they are clients, partners, or your own children. The Power of Imperfection: Learning to embrace the "muck" and the friction that actually creates growth.

In a world where attention spans are shrinking and trust is at an all-time low, how do you actually get people to listen? In this episode we break down the "art and science of behavior change" through a concept called Edutainment.Whether you are in sales, leadership, or coaching, being "boring" is the fastest way to put yourself out of business.

In this episode we dive into one of the most transformative principles of mental performance: S-4-O-L. Inspired by the late Trevor Moawad—the legendary performance psychologist for elite athletes like Russell Wilson. We break down why your words might be your greatest liability.Forget "toxic positivity." This episode isn't about forcing yourself to be happy when things go wrong; it’s about Neutral Thinking. The goal isn't necessarily to be more positive, it’s to be less negative.

In this episode we discuss strategies to break bad mental habits of negative thoughts.

In this episode we dive into the ultimate driver of human behavior: Identity. Most people fail because they wait for a "feeling" to spark action. We’re flipping the script. If you want to change your life, you don't start with how you feel; you start with who you are. Drawing from the groundbreaking work of Dr. Maxwell Maltz and the "Be-Do-Have" framework, this episode explores why you will never outperform your own self-image.

Stop waiting for "the feeling" to get things done. In this episode of the Master Your Mindset Podcast, we dive into why motivation is fleeting and why systems are the ultimate key to high performance. Drawing inspiration from James Clear’s Atomic Habits and Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich, we break down the "Habit Loop" and provide four actionable steps to rewire your routine. Whether you're looking to start a new fitness journey, a reading habit, or a spiritual practice, this episode provides the blueprint to stop "doing" and start "being.