How Storytelling and D&D Can Transform Neurodiverse Advocacy and Inclusion

In this episode, Steve Hamoen and Thomas Wilson explore the intersection of neurodiversity and storytelling. They discuss the role of storytelling in advocacy and share memorable experiences with neurodiversity in Dungeons & Dragons. The conversation highlights how tabletop role-playing games can serve as tools for inclusion, emphasizing authority and compassion in storytelling. They delve into communication strategies for engaging neurodiverse communities and address biases in creating supportive workplaces. The episode offers strategies for personal and organizational growth and concludes with steps to enhance engagement with neurodiverse communities, along with resources for support.

The Shocking Truth About the Isolation and Loneliness Pandemic in 2024 and how to fix it in 2025

In this episode, Steve Hamoen and Matt O'Neill explore how mindset and emotional states drive success. They discuss the podcast's evolution, the impact of emotional states on happiness, and teaching methods. Matt shares insights from the good mood revolution, focusing on reprogramming the mind for positivity. They cover Steve's morning routine, the effects of isolation, and the map of consciousness. The conversation touches on the hierarchy of emotions, the role of anger and pride in growth, and building positivity through humility and responsibility. They conclude with strategies for overcoming sales fears and the power of love in sales.

Rethink the Risk How Changing Your Story Changes Your Life with Christian Espinosa

Steve Hamoen and Christian Espinosa engage in a discussion on personal responsibility and the inspiration behind Blue Goat Cyber. They delve into the transformation from a victim mindset to ownership, emphasizing change and pain as motivators. Christian shares his personal health journey, highlighting the importance of ownership in health and daily routines. The episode explores innovative strategies in cybersecurity and business, as well as career transitions and decision-making without regrets. They discuss living purposefully, mindset shifts for growth, and leveraging past experiences. The conversation concludes with advice on mindset shifts, emotional intelligence, and Christian's book.

Want HIGH-PERFORMING Teams? Avoid These Pitfalls At All Costs with Andy McMullen

In this episode, Steve Hamoen and Andy McMullen delve into building and learning iteratively. Andy discusses team dynamics, the solopreneur journey, and the power of small habits. They cover energy management, task breakdowns, and handling stress. The conversation highlights competitive greatness, trust-building, and the need for constant change. They also explore the real estate market, shifting tenant profiles, and ethical investing, concluding with predictions for the US market.

Building an AI Copilot: Harnessing Microsoft Azure for Scalable Cloud Services with Naveen Krishnan

Steve Hamoen welcomes Naveen Krishnan to discuss Microsoft's Azure as a single source of truth and its role in building an AI Copilot. They explore the benefits of using Azure for scalable cloud services, providing a step-by-step guide on Azure setup and backend configuration. The episode delves into setting up a baseline for AI applications and compares GPT with Azure in AI development. They discuss deploying a web application with Azure, understanding message parameters, and practical uses of system messages. The conversation also covers Copilot and Copilot Studio for database and application creation. Resources for troubleshooting Azure deployment are shared, followed by closing remarks and a promotion of the guest's blog.

Consistency, Discipline, and Accountability: Tywin Kalandyk on Fitness and Personal Growth

Steve Hamoen and Tywin Kalandyk uncover the secrets to fitness success, focusing on consistency, discipline, and overcoming challenges. Tywin shares how personal struggles influenced his life choices. They explore the physical, mental, and motivational benefits of fitness, emphasizing the importance of overcoming victim mentality and embracing discomfort for growth. The discussion also covers accountability, truthfulness, and reverse engineering goals. They highlight the value of time, prioritization, mentorship, and simplifying life for efficiency. Closing thoughts focus on mindset, mentorship, and using jiu jitsu as a metaphor for learning and humility.

John Hewitt | On Selling a Company for 1 Billion Dollars in Todays Money and then building two more from scratch

John Hewitt joins Steve Hamoen to discuss the reality of self-employment and the importance of personal responsibility. The episode begins with an overview of John's illustrious career and delves into facing challenges and character building. They emphasize learning from mistakes, embracing failure, and mastering delegation and management styles. The conversation covers hiring philosophies, leadership strategies, and the critical role of listening in leadership. They discuss cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, integrity, and the importance of improving employee lives. The episode concludes by highlighting the relationship between hard work, perseverance, and a competitive mindset in business and sports.

Should I close on my Real Estate Transaction that lost value? Real Estate Law and more with Rob Sheldon

Steve Hamoen is joined by Robert Sheldon from Travers Law to explore the intricacies of closing transactions during market shifts. They discuss the legal struggles and market impact on real estate transactions, focusing on the differences between new construction and resale. The conversation delves into the complexity of new build contracts and the consequences of not reviewing them. They highlight how personal circumstances affect contract obligations, the role of deposits, and builders' perspectives. Strategies for effective closings, the necessity of legal advice, and the value of experienced representation are emphasized. The episode concludes with insights on navigating minor disputes and a service-oriented approach in legal practice.

Global Expansion and Mentorship: Bill Soteroff, President Keller Williams Worldwide, on Building Resilient Businesses

Bill Soteroff joins Steve Hamoen to discuss Keller Williams' global culture and international expansion. They delve into Bill's career journey and the pivotal role of real estate agents. The conversation explores financial mindset, resilience in real estate, and the power of mentorship, distinguishing it from coaching. They highlight the importance of selecting the right mentors and learning from personal relationships. The episode touches on work-life balance, accelerating growth through mentorship and team building, and embracing perseverance and failure as learning opportunities. Bill shares insights on future goals, business strategies, and navigating challenges, concluding with closing remarks and gratitude.

Unlocking Publicity: From Conor McGregor's Success to Elevating Your Brand

Jill Lublin joins Steve Hamoen to discuss Conor McGregor's marketing success and the significance of public relations. They delve into measuring ROI on publicity and the benefits of podcasting, emphasizing key performance metrics and media credibility. The conversation explores the power of attention, actionable steps for gaining publicity, and leveraging personal stories. They highlight the importance of recency in publicity, taking massive action, and three actionable steps for visibility. Jill shares insights on transitioning from podcast guest to host, personal branding, and the role of trust in publicity. The episode concludes with a crash course on expert authority through earned media.

Inspiring Story: Nick with Cerebral Palsy Turns Self Sabotage Into Self Improvement

Nick Yerhart joins Steve Hamoen to discuss his journey and the importance of shifting to a growth mindset. They explore embracing challenges, starting the Infinite Abilities Podcast, and leveraging social media for growth. The conversation highlights mindset tools and techniques for self-love, the impact of positivity, and strategies for removing negativity. They cover scaling through consistent action and managing high-volume appointments. The episode wraps up with an emotional final closing thought from Nick.

#84 Philip Blackett | Navigating Disagreements: Building Deep Connections Amidst Division and Conflict

Philip Blackett joins Steve Hamoen to discuss effective communication across various contexts and handling disagreements. The conversation delves into Philip's background and expertise, the impact of societal division and polarization, and strategies for building deeper relationships despite differences. They explore frameworks for respectful disagreement, navigating conflicts, dealing with identity politics, and embracing competition and differing viewpoints. The episode emphasizes the importance of deep connections in conflict resolution, approaches to maintaining emotions and commitment, and using logical and emotional strategies to resolve disagreements.

#83 Russell Wahl | From Technician to Leader: Navigating Adversity and Scaling Business Growth

Russell Wahl shares his journey from technician to business owner, discussing personal adversity and leadership challenges. The conversation emphasizes the importance of leadership in trades and various stages of business growth. They explore balancing technical skills with business acumen and understanding the three stages of business growth, while recognizing the illusion of stability in scaling. Continuous learning, visionary leadership, and structuring operations for sustainable development are highlighted. The episode addresses the risks of unconscious incompetence, the role of accountability and data, and the benefits of coaching and mentorship.

#82 Adina Kroll | Modern Sales Mastery: AI, Emotional Intelligence, and Purposeful Strategies

Adina Kroll joins Steve Hamoen to share her background and unique insights into sales. They critique traditional sales training and KPIs, debunking the efficiency myth in sales processes. The discussion explores the role of AI and automation, emphasizing leveraging tools for effective selling and the importance of relationship-building. They delve into developing purposeful and ethical sales strategies, adapting to modern consumer behavior, and using education as a sales tool. Topics also include emotional intelligence, the impact of identity work, discipline, overcoming fear, and the significance of self-discovery for sales success. The episode concludes with Adina's contact information and a teaser for the next episode.

#81 Shelly Niehaus | Mastering Customer Experience: Personal Branding, Social Media, and Email Marketing Strategies

Steve Hamoen and Shelly Niehaus explore the importance of customer experience, drawing on lessons from diverse career backgrounds. They discuss engaging customer experiences, client motivations, and overcoming expertise fears. The episode delves into leveraging social media, content creation, and effective email marketing strategies. They cover attracting the right audience, aligning lead magnets, and the significance of personal branding. Strategies for calls to action and nurturing the client journey are highlighted, along with addressing client resistance and simplifying business for a seamless experience. The episode concludes with Shelly Niehaus's contact information and closing notes.

#80 Carl Grant III | Prioritizing Faith, Family, and Health: A Holistic Approach to Success

Carl Grant III discusses the importance of setting boundaries in life and shares his passions, including his family and the Austin, Texas lifestyle. The conversation delves into thrill-seeking, focusing on priorities, and Carl's book on life beyond business. He emphasizes prioritizing faith, family, health, and business while managing time effectively. The episode highlights the value of rest, wisdom from books and history, and bridging cultural and religious gaps. Carl shares insights on listening, public speaking, respecting cultural norms, and finding purpose. They explore the power of affirmations, the impact of thoughts and actions, and how physical exercise and martial arts can enhance mental health and communication.

#79 Theo Darringer | From Minecraft to AI in Investing, Event-Driven Strategies, and Productivity

Steve Hamoen and Theo Darringer discuss Theo's journey into investing, including his early start and key productivity tips. They delve into Theo's investment strategy, economic analysis, and the role of AI in investment and cloud computing. The episode explores understanding ETFs and mutual funds, using personal knowledge as an investment edge, and event-driven investment strategies. They also cover AI and stock analysis at Omega Trades, aspirations and advice for young entrepreneurs, and use a gumball machine business analogy to illustrate investment concepts. The episode concludes with inspirational thoughts.

#78 Zhe L. Scott | Mastering SEO: Transparency, Content Strategies, and Overcoming Challenges

Zhe L. Scott shares her journey to press release success and addresses common SEO frustrations with a transparent approach. The episode highlights the importance of transparency in SEO, common mistakes, and success stories, including the concept of "messy SEO." It delves into Google's content decay, keyword discovery methodology, and the role of keyword clusters and content strategies. Emphasizing recency, relevance, and commitment, Zhe discusses supporting businesses through professional SEO roles and overcoming challenges in podcasting. Key SEO tools, the role of AI, Google Analytics, and Meta complexities are explored, along with business data analysis and how to contact Zhe L. Scott. Closing remarks recognize SEO achievements.

#77 Ayush Prakash | Bridging Generational Gaps: AI in Education, Digital Relationships, and Mental Health

Ayush Prakash discusses the digital narcissism of Gen Z and contrasts their experiences with Gen X. The episode explores Gen Z as digital natives and the disparity between reality and digital perceptions, with a focus on social media's effect on mental health. They cover navigating technology talks with children and bridging the generational tech gap. The role of gamification and AI in modern education, including personalized learning and ethical considerations, is examined. Ayush also addresses digital relationships, dating apps, and finding productivity in modern connections. The episode concludes with trends in physical education, martial arts for personal growth, and encouraging cross-generational learning.

#76 Stephen Selengut | Income Strategies, Risk Minimization, and Diversification in Investments

Stephen Selengut shares his insights on investment success, starting with a discussion on equity vs debt investments and key financial indicators. They compare real estate to stock market investments and analyze the liquidity of fixed income securities. Stephen delves into investment risks and strategies for risk minimization, the government's impact on investment strategies, and navigating market and interest rate cycles. The episode explores integrating closed-end funds into portfolios, margin use in stock trading, distinctions between common and preferred stocks, and the benefits of managing closed-end funds. The role of REITs, diversification as an offensive strategy, and specializing within a diversified portfolio