Overcome Fear and Embrace Courage in Leadership with Amy Riley

Have you ever had a moment that shook you to your core and made you question everything?  For our guest today, John Miles, it was a terrifying encounter that changed the trajectory of his life.  John Miles is the author of Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life. In this episode, he opens up about how that harrowing experience transformed him from a successful but unsatisfied corporate executive to a "passionstruck" evangelist for intentional living. He shares raw insights on integrity, empowerment, and what it truly means to embrace your purpose with courage and conviction.If you've ever felt stuck, uninspired or wondered "Is this all there is to life?", this may just be what you need to unlock your fire and start living with intention again.Key Lessons:1. Embrace Your Purpose:  A harrowing encounter prompted John Miles' life reinvention, leading him to discover the power of intentionally living with passion and perseverance.2. Integrity Matters: Always strive to do the right thing, even when no one's watching. Honesty and ethics aren't just feel-good concepts—they're crucial for success.3. Get Your People Pumped: Employees who feel engaged and empowered are more productive and deliver better customer experiences. Create a "line of sight" connecting their work to customer impact, while empowering and motivating them intrinsically.4. Live Passionstruck: Being "passionstruck" means relentlessly pursuing your purpose with unwavering dedication, as exemplified by John Miles' personal reinvention journey that inspired his brand.5. People are the Real Business: John Miles explores solving disengagement, creating a future self, and highlights this people-first approach in his book. Learn More:  Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from John Miles www.fewpodcast.com Connect with John Miles:  Website: https://passionstruck.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTLdXATpxf8LP3riC0_mkKwX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/John_RMilesPodcast: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ Order the book Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles To Unlock Your Purpose And Ignite Your Most Intentional Life: https://passionstruck.com/passion-struck-book/ Living on autopilot or ready to reignite your passion? Tune in as John Miles shares his journey from purposeless executive to "passionstruck" evangelist after one terrifying moment.Subscribe to The Few with Boo Podcast for inspiration on intentional living.  P.S. Leave a review if his story inspires you!

Imagine this: You're drowning in work, relationships are strained, and progress feels impossible.But what if the answer wasn't working harder, but working differently?In this episode of The Few With Boo, we dive deep into the secrets of Upside Thinking with Lisa Marie Platske, a former federal agent turned holistic leadership coach helping countless individuals and organisations reach their full potential. Discover why she no longer buys into the “hustle harder” mentality, why she embraces failure as a friend, and her simple yet powerful "SNAP" technique for making high-pressure decisions with clarity, not chaos. Stop hitting the same wall! Get ready to break free from limitations with leadership principles rooted in upside thinking. Tune in now! Key Lessons:1. Creating Space: Learn the importance of creating space to allow for reflection, decision-making, and strategic vision.2. The SNAP Technique: Explore how the Stop, Notice, Ask, Pause, Pray, Pivot method can help in making conscious decisions and reevaluating commitments.3. Reevaluating "Who": Understand the significance of reevaluating relationships and setting boundaries to maintain a healthy balance in personal and professional life.4. Pursuit of Meaning: Discover how the pursuit of meaning and self-actualization can drive personal growth and transformation.5. Leadership and Resilience: Gain insights on the connection between leadership, well-being, and building resilience through conscious decision-making. Learn More:  Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from Lisa www.fewpodcast.com Connect with Lisa Marie Platske:  Website: https://www.upsidethinking.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamarieplatske/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upsidethinking/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.marie.platskeX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/UpsideThinking Ready to get that next promotion, double your revenue, or just live with more purpose? Tune in now to discover Lisa Marie’s counterintuitive "Upside Thinking" approach!Want more episodes packed with value? Subscribe to The Few With Boo!P.S. Loved Lisa's perspective? A quick review goes a long way in spreading these powerful ideas for career growth, business success, and living a more meaningful life!

On one of history's most terrifying days, a blind man working high up in the World Trade Center faced unimaginable danger. But his extraordinary story is one of not just survival, but of bravely guiding an entire group of people to safety.In this episode of "The Few with Boo", host Boo sits down with Michael Hingson to unpack his harrowing experience during the 9/11 attacks. Hingson's heroic actions that day are all thanks to the special bond he shared with his guide dog, Roselle, and the power of trust, teamwork, and a calm mindset.Tune in to hear Hingson's inspiring story and discover the resilience of the human spirit, and the importance of embracing trust, even in the darkest of times.Key Lessons:1. The Power of Trust and Teamwork: Learn how trust and teamwork became crucial during the 9/11 attacks, as Michael Hingson and his guide dog, Roselle, navigated the chaos and ensured their safety.2. Thriving in Challenging Situations: Discover valuable advice from Michael Hingson on controlling fear, knowing emergency exits, and remaining calm in high-stress environments.3. From Victim to Victor: Hear Hingson's perspective on choosing not to let negative experiences define him and how he promotes positivity and an unstoppable mindset.4. Unconditional Love and Conditional Trust: Understand the profound lessons Hingson has learned from his guide dogs about unconditional love and conditional trust, which have greatly impacted his life.5. Inclusion, Diversity, and Unexpected Experiences: Get a sneak peek into Michael Hingson's upcoming podcast episode on these important topics and the vital part they play in our lives.Learn More:  Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from Angelina Rosario. https://www.fewpodcast.comConnect with Michael Hingson:  Website: https://accessibe.com/Blog: https://michaelhingson.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unstoppable-mindset/id1589492551 Discover the unbreakable bond that saved lives on 9/11. Hear Michael Hingson's remarkable story - tune in now.Be sure to subscribe to The Few with Boo to get more inspiring tales of courage and resilience.P.S. Moved by Michael's story of blind faith and resilience? Pay it forward by leaving us a rating and review to help us share these transformative conversations!

Imagine waking up to the news that you have a large cancerous tumour on your face, and you only have 30 days to get it removed before it permanently disfigured you. That's the reality our guest Angelina Rosario faced.In this episode of The Few with Boo podcast, Angelina bravely opens up about this unimaginable experience. She takes us on an intimate journey, sharing how she confronted her deepest fears and tapped into incredible inner strength to overcome this devastating challenge.Her story is a powerful testament to human resilience. From cultivating key success habits to maintaining a positive mindset, she demonstrates the transformative impact we can have when we refuse to let adversity define us.Ready to be inspired, motivated and empowered? Tune in to listen to Angelina’s firsthand experience now!Key Lessons:1. Unlock the Power of Positive Thinking and Proven Habits: Angelina's use of visualisation, affirmations, along with journaling, prayer, and meditation demonstrate the profound impact our mindset and daily practices can have on overcoming challenges. She shares practical techniques we can all use.2.Face Adversity with Strength and Resilience: Angelina's journey demonstrates the incredible strength that comes from confronting challenges head-on. She teaches us how to cultivate resilience and determination.3. Master Your Thoughts and Emotions: Angelina offers a technique for quickly diffusing negative emotions. This provides valuable insight into managing our responses and staying positive, even in difficulty.4. Find Healing in Meaning and Spirituality: Angelina's focus on finding meaning and spiritual connection illustrates how a sense of purpose can transform the healing process. Her experience inspires us to explore these transformative elements. Learn More:  Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from Angelina Rosario. https://www.fewpodcast.comConnect with Angelina Rosario:  Website: https://www.shefixescrowns.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelinarosario/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shefixescrownsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelina.rosario.393/ Ready to confront adversity and unlock your own inner strength? Tune in to hear Angelina Rosario's remarkable journey - it just might be the inspiration you need to start conquering your own challenges.Be sure to subscribe to The Few with Boo Podcast so you never miss empowering stories from guests like Angelina.P.S. If Angelina's resilience and practical tips struck a chord, we'd be so grateful if you took a moment to leave a review. It helps spread these transformative conversations to an even wider audience. 

What if the key to healing trauma was a treatment that most dismiss or avoid?In this episode of "The Few With Boo, host Boo speaks with Matthew “Whiz” Buckley, a former U.S. Navy fighter pilot, about his experience in the military, the world of trading, his struggles with mental health, trauma, and addiction, and founding the No Fallen Heroes organisation to combat veteran suicide.Matthew shares the transformative potential of sacred plant medicines like psychedelics for treating PTSD and depression in Veterans and First Responders, while confronting the stigmas and barriers around these therapies, especially in highly regulated fields like aviation.This episode will make you rethink healing, the definition of success, and the boundaries of modern mental health treatments. Ready to shift your perspectives on trauma, addiction recovery, and the pursuit of a meaningful mission? Tune in now!Key Lessons:1. Embrace Transformative Experiences - Don't be afraid to let life-changing moments reshape who you are, even if it means rethinking beliefs you once held dear.2. Redefine Success - Stop measuring your worth by money or status alone. True satisfaction comes from doing work that improves people's lives in a meaningful way.3. Confront Stigmas - Have the guts to challenge unfair preconceptions, especially in careers with strict rules, that prevent people from getting help they could really benefit from.4. Heal Past Wounds - The No Fallen Heroes Foundation offers comprehensive healing solutions to at-risk groups like Vets and First Responders disproportionately affected by PTSD, depression and suicidal thoughts.5. Shift Cultural Narratives - Help shift society's mindset by spreading accurate info on the real-world advantages of alternative treatments, while calling out misinformation from opposing groups. Learn More:  Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from Matthew Buckley. https://www.fewpodcast.comConnect with Matthew Buckley:  Website: http://www.topgunoptions.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ematthewbuckley/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/official_whizbuckley/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TopGunOptions/Learn more about the No Fallen Heroes Foundation:Website: https://nofallenheroesfoundation.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nofallenheroes/Interested in learning more about alternative healing approaches for those impacted by trauma? Tune in to this powerful episode!Be sure to subscribe to The Few with Boo Podcast so you never miss insights from inspirational guests.P.S. Feeling inspired by our topics on healing and personal growth? We'd love to hear from you! A rating and review goes a long way in helping us share these meaningful discussions with a wider audience. 

What if a single technology could significantly boost your creativity, decision-making, and productivity? That catalyst exists in the form of artificial intelligence (AI).In this episode of The Few With Boo, we talk to Kevin Surace, a visionary innovator and keynote speaker with 94 patents and a billion-dollar company under his belt. Kevin shares his expertise on AI's vast capabilities and how applying this technology can elevate your success while bringing more joy to your work and life.From leveraging AI's potential to addressing future regulatory needs, Kevin's valuable insights will broaden your perspective. Learn how to thrive in an AI-driven landscape, whether you're an entrepreneur, creative professional, or tech enthusiast.Explore the possibilities as you tune in to this thought-provoking discussion on AI's power to shape our future. Key Lessons:1.The Joy-Success Feedback Loop: Kevin Surace highlights how maintaining a joyful, present mindset can positively influence your professional and personal success.2. AI Boosts Content Creation: Leveraging AI can generate fresh ideas and content, amplifying creativity while increasing business productivity and competitiveness.3. AI's Emotional Intelligence: Explore AI's potential to understand and respond to human emotions, as well as its decision-making capabilities and role in personalised assistance.4. AI Drives Innovation: Kevin shares insights on generative AI that interfaces through natural language, revolutionising problem-solving across industries.5. Stay Relevant with AI: Mastering AI tools can help prevent professional obsolescence by personalising them to your style and boosting productivity.Learn More:  Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from Kevin Surace. https://www.fewpodcast.comConnect with Kevin Surace: Website: https://kevinsurace.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksurace/X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevinsuraceTalks:Ted Talk on Eco-Friendly Drywall: https://www.ted.com/talks/kevin_surace_eco_friendly_drywallTed Talk on Robotics, AI, the End of Human Work, and a Renaissance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jxlx9SZEAkReady to embrace the transformative power of AI? Subscribe to The Few with Boo Podcast to stay ahead of the artificial intelligence revolution.P.S. If you found Kevin Surace's insights on AI's vast potential enlightening, pay it forward by leaving a rating and review. Help us spread the word on mastering innovation and staying ahead of the curve!

The future often feels like a wild card, constantly disrupting even the best-laid plans.But what if you could see those disruptions coming and turn them into game-changing opportunities?Join host Boo as he picks the brain of Daniel Burrus, a world-renowned expert at predicting technological change and driving innovation transformations. Daniel has helped thousands of top companies get ahead of the future.In this conversation, Daniel breaks down his strategy for separating the certainties from the assumptions about what's to come. With this powerful skill, you can anticipate disruptions before they disrupt and take decisive action to capitalise on them. His visionary strategies will have you finding golden opportunities in every disruption. Tune in to the episode now!Key Lessons:1. Hard vs Soft Trends - Learn to separate hard trends (future facts) from soft trends (assumptions). This skill lets you anticipate and act on real opportunities with clarity and confidence.  2. Spot Black Swans Before Impact - "Black swans" are surprise events with big impacts. Tools like satellites gave early warnings of COVID-19. Adopt predictive technologies to see disruptions coming and get ahead of them.3. Leverage Moore's Law - Processing power doubles every 18 months - this is Moore's Law. Use it to forecast tech advances and find new business opportunities before competitors.  4. Align Belief Systems for Confident Action - Burrus highlights how our beliefs powerfully shape decisions and actions. Evaluate and align your beliefs with hard trends to drive confident, positive change.5. Timing is Everything - Perfect timing is crucial for capitalising on opportunities. Use hard trends to identify and act on market shifts early with strategic foresight. Learn More:  Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from Daniel Burrus. https://www.fewpodcast.comConnect with Daniel Burrus: Website:https://www.burrus.com/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielburrus/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DanielBurrusInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/burrusdanielYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/danburrusX / Twitter: https://twitter.com/danielburrusDaniel Burrus’s Books:The Anticipatory Organization: Turn Disruption and Change into Opportunity and Advantage  https://www.burrus.com/store/the-anticipatory-organization-book/Flash Foresight: How to See the Invisible and Do the Impossible  https://www.burrus.com/store/flash-foresight-book/Free AI Strategy Report - https://www.aistrategyreport.com/ai-report-daniel-burrusReady to stop reacting to change and start capitalising on it?Subscribe to The Few with Boo Podcast for more insightful discussions and expert advice on navigating the ever-changing business landscape!P.S. Love what you heard? Rate and review the podcast on your preferred podcast platform to help us empower more leaders like you!

Ever feel like your dreams are trapped behind a wall of excuses? Lack of skills, bad timing, life throwing curveballs... the list goes on. But what if the real challenge isn't the wall, but your ability to climb it?  Join host Boo as he chats with Chad Hymas, a world-class athlete, bestselling author, and motivational speaker who defied limitations after becoming a quadriplegic at 27. In this mind-blowing conversation, Chad shares hard-earned insights into developing the unwavering resilience to transform your wildest ambitions into reality, no matter what obstacles life throws your way. Get ready to start chasing the impossible.Key Lessons:1. Embrace Change and Adapt: Chad talks about why it's important to change your thinking and how you act when things change around you. He shows how embracing change can help you grow.  Challenge yourself to try one new thing each week to stay adaptable! 2. Perspective is Everything: Through Chad's story, you'll learn how seeing things differently and setting new goals when life throws you a curveball can make a big difference.  Shifting your perspective can help you feel more in control and happier! 3. The Power of Selflessness: Chad shares how working together and being selfless has not only helped him but also built strong connections and gotten him help from others along the way.  Being selfless is a win-win! You help others, and they help you too! 4. Strength in Gratitude and Affirmations: Learn how feeling grateful and positive self-talk can change your beliefs and how you act. Chad talks about the power of reflecting on your life and saying positive things to yourself. 5. Choose Your Belief System: Chad shares how the things you believe in strongly affect your actions and what happens in your life. What kind of beliefs do you have? Are they helping you reach your goals? Learn More:  Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from Chad Hymas. https://www.fewpodcast.comConnect with Chad Hymas: Website: https://www.chadhymas.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadhymas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chadlhymasInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadlhymas/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chadlhymasX / Twitter: https://twitter.com/chadlhymasReady to demolish your excuses and finally chase those impossible dreams? Listen now as Chad Hymas provides the blueprint for unshakable resilience!P.S. Love what you heard? Rate and review the podcast on your preferred podcast platform to help us empower more leaders like you!

Have you ever wondered what separates the high achievers from the rest? What key unlocks peak performance and propels individuals and organizations to success? The answer lies not in some hidden formula but in actionable strategies that cultivate ambition, collaboration, and drive for excellence.In this episode of "The Few with Boo," host Boo sits down with Walter Bond, Co-Founder of the Peak Performance Huddle, to discuss the importance of peak performance in both personal and professional settings. Walter, a former NBA player turned hall-of-fame motivational speaker, shares his insights on setting audacious goals, building a supportive community, and adopting a coaching mindset. Through his own experiences, Walter emphasizes the transformative power of striving for excellence and surrounding oneself with the right people.Key Lessons:The 5 Actionable strategies for achieving peak performance in life or business:1. Set audacious goals: Aim for exceptional, inspiring goals rather than settling for ordinary ones. Setting audacious goals can spark innovation, creativity, and passion, driving you towards peak performance.2. Embrace a coaching mentality: Whether you're a leader in business or an individual seeking growth, adopt a coaching mindset. Create a coaching culture that focuses on mentorship, advice, and supporting others to achieve excellence.3. Surround yourself with the right people: Success is a team sport. Building a supportive community and surrounding yourself with individuals who share your vision and values can provide the motivation and encouragement needed to achieve greatness.4. Get into the people business: Understand that regardless of your industry or profession, you are ultimately in the people business. Focus on building relationships, inspiring camaraderie, and fostering a positive culture within your organization.5. Seek balance in giving and receiving: Be open to both mentoring others and being mentored yourself. Pursue ongoing personal development through coaches and advisors while also sharing your knowledge and experiences with others.Learn More: Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from Walter Bond. https://www.fewpodcast.comConnect with Walter Bond: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/walterbond/https://www.linkedin.com/company/peak-performers-huddle/Website: https://www.peakperformershuddle.com/book-walter-bondFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Peak-Performers-Huddle/100089937911657/?_rdc=1&_rdrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/peakperformershuddle/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WalterBondIf you're committed to embracing peak performance and want to glean wisdom from a true champion, tune in to this episode now!P.S. Love what you heard? Rate and review the podcast on your preferred podcast platform to help us empower more leaders like you!

We all have dreams about the life we wish we could be living.But somehow, despite our best intentions, we often find ourselves stuck, unable to shift into that next gear we know exists within us.In this episode of “The Few with Boo,” host Boo explores the keys to success with internationally renowned speaker, author, and life coach Ron Frost. Drawing on decades of mentoring high achievers, Ron reveals his proven formula for getting unstuck and unlocking your full potential. Learn how to break through fear and self-doubt to become the person you were meant to be and start taking powerful action to create the richly rewarding life you deserve.Key Lessons:To effectively get UnStuck, Ron Frost outlines three key components:1. Clarity: Understanding oneself and one's purpose is fundamental. Being self-aware, conscious of thoughts and emotions, and creating moments of inner stillness are essential to gaining clarity.2. Focus: Consistent focus is vital to staying committed to one's purpose. Establishing supportive habits, a structured routine, and being accountable play significant roles in maintaining focus. Surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals and leveraging tools like calendars aid in sustaining focus.3. Action: Executing purpose-aligned actions is imperative. Overcoming barriers like negative self-talk, distractions, and unconscious biases is crucial. Practising self-accountability, seeking support from an accountability partner, and monitoring limiting self-dialogue are keys to taking necessary steps forwardLearn More: Visit The Few With Boo website to find additional resources, related episodes, and more valuable content from Ron Frost. https://www.fewpodcast.comConnect with Ron Frost: Website - https://ronaldfrost.com/Email - [email protected] Tired of settling for less? Join Boo and Ron for an insightful conversation that could finally set you on the path toward the life you desire. Hit play now!P.S. Love what you heard? Rate and review the podcast on your preferred podcast platform to help us empower more leaders like you!