Carlos German - Top Earner Interview

Motivational speaker and former NFL Football player Trent Shelton discusses his supportive upbringing, football career ups and downs and transition to motivational speaker. He also shares why you should set standards, not goals, how the business side of football can kill the love of the game and that success is all about levels. 1:22:29 Show Notes: 0:00 - Introduction 01:39 - Eric welcomes Trent Shelton to The Excellence Project and they discuss the passing of their mutual friend Jessie Lee Ward. 05:37 - Trent details his supportive background and close family life.  15:09 - Trent explains why your level of dedication has to match the size of your dream and why his dad told him to hang around people who had as much to lose as he did. 21:55 - Trent reveals how he found out why it’s so important to guard your focus. 26:37 - Why you should have standards instead of setting goals. 37:07 - Trent recounts the difficulties he faced during the NFL draft and with different teams. 40:25 - The moment when Trent realized that football wasn’t it for him and how players can lose their love of the game. 50:20 - Eric and Trent discuss why some NFL teams don’t enjoy the camaraderie you would imagine they do. 55:24 - How Trent transitioned from football player to motivational speaker and got real with himself about what he was doing wrong in his life. 01:07:53 - Eric asks Trent about his book, Protect Your Peace: Nine Unapologetic Principles for Thriving in a Chaotic World. 01:11:38 - Trent’s encounter with a homeless man was a pivotal moment in his life. 01:13:46 - Trent explains the importance of setting boundaries. 01:18:17 - Eric asks Trent to share some thoughts about his parents. Resources From This Podcast: Protect Your Peace: Nine Unapologetic Principles for Thriving in a Chaotic World by Trent Shelton https://www.amazon.com/Protect-Your-Peace-Unapologetic-Principles/dp/1401973167/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Bob Rakowski, Functional Medicine Practitioner and part-time Network Marketing Professional, chats with Eric about functional medicine and how it relates to life expectancy, nutrition, cancer and global mineral depletion. They also discuss his very successful part-time Network Marketing business. 1:15:23 Show Notes: 0:00 - Introduction 01:38 - Eric welcomes Bob Rakowski to The Excellence Project and asks him to explain exactly what he does professionally. 05:54 - Bob shares the 7 pillars of staying healthy. 13:08 - Bob explains when and why cancer became so prevalent. 16:45 - Bob details how the government subsidizes processed foods. 17:18 - Bob tells a story about the guy who discovered that a McDonald’s hamburger will never spoil. 23:09 - Bob reveals why food allergies are so common and what caused global mineral depletion. 30:20 - Eric and Bob discuss endurance athlete David Goggins. 43:47 - Eric asks Bob how he can improve his metabolism. 54:29 - Bob details how his very successful part-time Network Marketing career began. 01:03:01 - Eric and Bob debate the difficulty of focusing on one profession vs. two professions. 01:06:30 - How Network Marketing can complement a professional income. 01:10:00 - Why Bob decided to ride out the storm with his Network Marketing company. 01:12:40 - Bob’s best advice for Network Marketing Professionals. Your Next Steps: Purchase tickets for Go Pro Xperience 2024: https://nmpro.link/gpx24-pc Purchase tickets for Beyond Leadership May 6-9: https://nmpro.link/bl24-pc Get more likes and comments with engaging, unique posts written by AI in one click & access the AI version of the #1 Network Marketing expert, Eric Worre: https://nmpro.link/nmproai-pc Visit Go Pro Academy for the best online Network Marketing courses: https://nmpro.link/gpa-pc  Go Pro: 7 Steps to Becoming a Network Marketing Professional - Purchase Eric’s Book: https://nmpro.link/goprobook-pc Hire Eric, the #1 Network Marketing Expert, to inspire and train your team! https://nmpro.link/hireeric-pc For the latest (Free!) Network Marketing tips, tactics and strategies visit: https://nmpro.link/newsletter-pc Questions or Comments? Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you'd like to share? Email me at [email protected]

Believe it or not, you are not doomed to have a short life because of your genetics, or even your current state of health. Doctor of Naturopathy Dr. Stephen Cabral shares the 5 reasons for mortality in your 70’s, the 3-2-1 Sleep Formula and how to detect cancer early. He also details exactly what we can do to live longer. 1:34:51 Show Notes: 0:00 - Introduction 02:16 - Eric welcomes Dr. Stephen Cabral to The Excellence Project. 04:44 - Dr. Cabral shares the 5 reasons for mortality in your 70’s. 10:07 - Dr. Cabral explains why it’s so important to find the underlying cause of a disease and fix it, instead of just taking medicine. 16:49 - Dr. Cabral details the different toxicities that are making us sick. 20:09 - Dr. Cabral pulls back the curtain on what happens to your body when you are fasting and when you get enough sleep. 23:11 - These are the blood and lab tests you should have done to find out what’s going on with your health. 34:59 - Dr. Cabral shares what tests are good for early cancer detection. 37:13 - Dr. Cabral details why you should start testing early and additional tests that are available.  47:05 - Dr. Cabral explains exactly what you should do once you have all your results to resolve any health issues you might have. 01:02:42 - Eric shares his sleep issues and Dr. Cabral breaks down the 3-2-1 Sleep Formula. 01:13:56 - Dr. Cabral details how he schedules his day so he can get everything done and still get enough rest. 01:18:03 - How to use resonance breathing or a cold plunge to relieve stress. 1:27:06 - Dr. Cabral reveals that walking is one of the best things you can do for your health.  Resources From This Podcast: The Rain Barrel Effect: How a 6,000 Year Old Answer Holds the Secret to Finally Getting Well, Losing Weight & Feeling Alive Again! By Dr. Stephen Cabral https://www.amazon.com/Rain-Barrel-Effect-Finally-Getting/dp/1975774833 Equilife - https://equi.life/ Walking Desk Treadmill - https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Treadmill-Adjustable-Folding-Incline/dp/B0C58XSXCJ/ref=sr_1_5?crid=30LX622SKFT4P&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QVIerJIyHCgHk9JFE-zty0KokvkHLEKyfHfTX6_aVC0_V16djQaX2Y-xfQxsvubMsdRIb96934T95C8oI75GEr-edH_dITfskN-3iLuX1EKtMoEBjWr2oBucI7cqm4PwsqOtF_e_SKYJO_Ed2QJ3icx5qNwHUseEibRXxikxgIlk0aLjubD_cpSsI1eyR6KF-WPoE2FetwFkFBOqoMWwhmrZzLmBLd5ejq-bZsPGNj0.w0Hhw0jlpaZVIA_1ARAybxQu9SCSI7ZvGXpVhDKyvEQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=Treadmill+with+Desk+Workstation+%26+Adjustable+Height%2C&qid=1711042233&sprefix=treadmill+with+desk+workstation+%26+adjustable+height%2C%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-5 Elliot Roe - Leading Expert in Mindset Optimization https://elliotroe.com/ Resonance Breathing - Breathing at a slow rate, usually 4.5 to 7 breaths per minute to lower stress, blood pressure, and improve mood Questions or Comments? Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you'd like to share? Email me at [email protected]

Network Marketing Leader Rob Sperry shares his expert training tips, advice on what’s working today, his views on leadership and discusses the importance of patience. 1:25:16 Show Notes: 0:00 - Introduction 01:16 - Eric welcomes Rob Sperry to The Excellence Project and asks him about taking NyQuil instead of DayQuil before the interview. 03:58 - Rob and Eric discuss the current state of the Network Marketing Profession. 11:28 - Eric asks Rob if the success of an organization is based on its leadership. 15:39 - Rob explains why contribution is the goal, not retirement. 20:44 - Rob shares why “All Out Massive Action” is Eric’s most valuable training. 29:52 - Rob details why you should be a Networker first and a Network Marketer second. 35:57 - Rob reveals why Network Marketing Professionals should put quantity over quality when they are starting out. 41:48 - How Rob gets people out of paralysis and into action. 44:25 - Rob’s connection to famous educator and author Steven Covey. 46:36 - Rob explains why your desire to reach your goals has to be bigger than your fear. 54:21 - 95% of the things entrepreneurs do, they don’t like doing. 57:02 - Rob pulls back the curtain on the importance of getting people started right away. 01:02:24 - Rob lists what’s working in recruiting today. 01:07:26 - Eric and Rob discuss the current ratio of in-person to virtual interactions and events. 01:10:22 - Eric asks Rob how he defines a leader. 01:16:49 - Rob tells Eric that he should do training on emotional intelligence for leaders. 01:20:37 - Rob shares the changes he would like to see in the Network Marketing Profession and his advice for people who want to be successful. Resources From This Podcast: The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy https://www.amazon.com/Compound-Effect-Darren-Hardy/dp/159315724X Questions or Comments? Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you'd like to share? Please email me at [email protected]

Entrepreneur, mentor, and coach Chris Lee takes us on a journey through his unique upbringing and how it influenced his high level of discipline, structure, and boundaries, how he designed his life at age 6, his entrepreneurial ups and downs, and his 9-figure exit from his company. 1:27:20 Show Notes: 0:00 - Introduction 1:55 - Eric welcomes entrepreneur, mentor, and coach Chris Lee to The Excellence Project. 03:25 - Chris describes how his unique upbringing influenced his entrepreneurial style. 09:46 - Chris got his first job when he was 9 years old and it forced him to be a morning person. 17:09 - Chris details how his upbringing has inspired his parenting. 24:31 - Chris had planned out his whole life at age 6. He explains how things turned out differently than the plan. 28:40 - Chris explains why so much of his hope and joy comes from discipline. 32:34 - Why Chris believes giving is one of the most selfish things you can do. 45:15 - Chris’ evolution from premed student to entrepreneur. 48:01 - Chris’ first company goes bankrupt and he ends up owing his father-in-law one million dollars. 55:44 - Chris goes to work for various companies in order to learn about the business before he starts his hugely successful solar company.  01:06:32 - Chris receives a 9-figure exit when he sells his company. 01:13:16 - Chris shares why walking away from his business was the most depressing time of his life. 01:16:14 - Chris tells us how he reclaimed his purpose through The Founder Project. 01:19:17 - Chris reveals when he finally paid his father-in-law back. 01:22:39 - Chris offers his best advice on discipline, standards and vision. Resources From This Podcast: The 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357 Questions or Comments? Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you'd like to share? Email me at [email protected]

Veteran Network Marketing Leader Torsten Sedlmeier details his journey from successful entrepreneur, to hitting rock bottom, and then rebuilding to massive success. He also offers his insights into the Network Marketing Profession in Europe and explains what excellence means to him. 57:44  Show Notes: 0:00 - Introduction 01:14 - Eric welcomes Torsten Sedlmeier to The Excellence Project. 03:03 - Torsten started his first entrepreneurial activities at age 12 to support his mountain biking hobby. 07:18 - Eric asks Torsten to describe typical German culture and Torsten claims that he is not a typical German. 10:32 - Torsten shares his first exposure to the Network Marketing Profession. 16:05 - Torsten details his first few months in the Network Marketing Profession and how when his upline quit, it inspired him to support the members of his organization. 20:22 - It took Torsten quite a few years to feel like he really knew what he was doing in the Network Marketing space. 24:35 - Torsten hits rock bottom and has to figure out how to rebuild. 35:29 - Torsten offers his insights about the Network Marketing Profession in Europe. 41:33 - Torsten describes his 7-figure Network Marketing comeback. 44:58 - Torsten shares his best advice for Network Marketing Professionals. 52:39 - Torsten reveals what excellence means to him. 54:18 - Torsten explains why he believes that everyone is playing too small. Questions or Comments? Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you'd like to share? Please email me at [email protected]

Global Business Leader James Keyes details his tumultuous childhood and experiences heading various major companies. He also shares his views on the importance of education and reveals details about his time at Blockbuster. He also recounts why it went broke (and how he almost saved it). 2:01:31 Show Notes: 0:00 - Introduction 02:04 - Eric welcomes James Keyes and Eric shares his impressive resume. 04:06 - James and Eric discuss different concepts of being a CEO and how adversity shapes successful individuals. 08:48 - James details his tumultuous upbringing. 19:35 - The pivotal moment James realized he needed to work hard in school because nobody was going to take care of him. 24:45 - James gets a life-changing opportunity to study in Europe his junior year in college. 30:43 - James shares what his family and friends thought about him getting a college degree. 36:22 - James gets in a physical fight at his first summer job. 43:09 - James details his suggestions for how to manage politics and collaboration inside a company. 57:23 - James shares his insightful views on politics in the U.S. 01:07:08 - James discusses his time as CEO at various major companies and how he used technology to move them forward. 01:14:47 - Eric asks James how much he still owes Blockbuster in late fees and James pulls back the curtain about his time with the company. 01:52:53 - What James is doing now as Chairman of Wild Oats Markets. Resources From This Podcast: Education is Freedom: The Future is in Your Hands by James Keyes https://www.amazon.com/Education-Freedom-Future-Your-Hands/dp/B0CH6X6BVB Questions or Comments? Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you'd like to share? Email me at [email protected]

Network Marketing Leader, Speaker and Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author Alex Morton discusses when he hit bottom and then rose from the ashes like a phoenix, how he used anger to fuel his success and then let it go, and what the Network Marketing Profession is like around the world. 01:22:26 Show Notes: 0:00 - Introduction 01:31 - Eric welcomes Alex Morton to The Excellence Project and asks him what he did to get in such good shape. 07:03 - Eric asks Alex what getting fit has done for his business. 15:51 - Alex details when he hit bottom and his mentor stopped speaking to him. 20:50 - Alex shares his biggest personal development influences. 27:36 - Alex explains how he moved from using anger to using contribution for motivation.  35:37 - Alex divulges the different mediums he uses for personal development. 48:18 - Alex breaks down how simple the Network Marketing Profession really is and the changes in the profession over the last few years. 56:32 - Alex pulls back the curtain on the Network Marketing Profession around the world. 01:09:07 - Eric asks Alex about his theory, “motion creates emotion”. 01:13:33 - Alex reveals the biggest lessons he has learned, and what’s next for him. Resources From This Podcast:  The Secret to Knowing It's Already Done!: How to Become Powerful, Masterful, & in Control of Your Life in a World of Distractions by Alex Morton https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Knowing-Its-Already-Done-ebook/dp/B0BNT167X3 Questions or Comments?  Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you'd like to share?  Email me at [email protected]

Founder of IT Cosmetics (a company she started in her living room and grew to the largest luxury makeup brand in the country) and New York Times bestselling author of Believe IT, Jamie Kern Lima shares details about her new book Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life; explains the difference between self-confidence and self-worth; tells us why it took her 4 years to call Oprah; and reads an excerpt from her insightful poem, “You’re Not Crazy, You’re Just First”. 01:03:39   Show Notes: 00:00 - Introduction 02:17 - Eric congratulates Jamie Kern Lima on her new book, Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life. 03:25 - Jamie shares her business journey and how her struggles with self-worth affected it. 11:42 - Eric reveals his own struggles with self-worth. 13:55 - Jamie offers some statistics about self-worth and breaks down the difference between self-worth and self-confidence. 19:59 - Jamie states that everyone is born innately worthy of love and belonging exactly as we are. 26:38 - Jamie details the 3 main ways struggles with self-worth can show up in our lives. 30:31 - Jamie divulges why it took her 4 years to call Oprah. 40:53 - Jamie describes the steps we can take to feel worthy - seeing, unlearning, transforming and knowing. 54:02 - Jamie reads an excerpt from an insightful poem she wrote called “You’re Not Crazy, You’re Just First”.   Resources From This Podcast:  Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life by Jamie Kern Lima https://www.amazon.com/Worthy-Believe-Enough-Transform-Pre-Order/dp/140197760X   Believe It: How to Go from Underestimated to Unstoppable by Jamie Kern Lima https://www.amazon.com.mx/Believe-How-Go-Underestimated-Unstoppable/dp/1982157801   Questions or Comments?  Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you'd like to share?  Email me at [email protected]

Network Marketing Professional and Author Andrew Logan tried (and failed at) everything he could think of to reach financial freedom, until he found Network Marketing and used the income as cash flow to create generational wealth and the life he dreamed of for his family. 01:33:07 Show Notes: 0:00 - Introduction 01:48 - Eric welcomes Andrew Logan to The Excellence Project. 05:18 - Andrew shares that he was a good student and studied to become a physical therapist. 08:17 - The moment Andrew decided he wanted to achieve financial freedom at 30 years old. 14:33 - Andrew explains that he tried many paths to achieve financial freedom, but they all failed. 16:02 - Andrew saved money from his salary to buy his first property. 24:00 - Andrew’s boss offers him a partnership and he is able to buy more properties. 25:21 - Andrew details the different ways he tried to invest and achieve financial freedom. 33:32 - Andrew shares what you should beware of when investing. 36:14 - Andrew explains what his family’s idea of financial freedom was. 39:21 - Eric asks Andrew what opened his mind to Network Marketing. 43:25 - Andrew pulls back the curtain on the moment Network Marketing changed his family’s life. 48:35 - How Andrew and his wife came to the realization that you have to have systems in place in order to be successful. 53:46 - Eric asks Andrew how long it took before he really felt like a Network Marketing Professional. 57:59 - Andrew walks us through the 7 steps to financial freedom. 01:02:15 - Andrew explains how to decide where to invest your money. 01:13:51 - Eric and Andrew discuss how to avoid losing your money through bad investments. Resources From This Podcast: The Way Out: 7 Steps to Financial Freedom Through Network Marketing https://www.7stepfreedomformula.com/checkout-page1655816375134 Questions or Comments? Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you'd like to share? Email me at [email protected]