John G. Miller is the author of QBQ! The Question Behind the Question, Flipping the Switch - Unleashing the Power of Personal Accountability and Outstanding! 47 Ways to Make Your Organization Exceptional. He is founder of QBQ, Inc., an organizational development firm based in Colorado, dedicated to "Helping Organizations Make Personal Accountability a Core Value." A 1980 graduate of Cornell University, John has been involved in the training and speaking industry since 1986. He lives in Denver with his wife, Karen. They have seven children, and five grandchildren. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with John G Miller about:  The role of personal accountability in workplace  How to eliminate blame, procrastination, and victim thinking  The most powerful of all teaching methods  The power of asking better questions  How humility can make you a better leader  …and more! You can connect with John G Miller on his site: QBQ Website - http://qbq.com/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/qbqguy Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theqbq Books QBQ! The Question Behind the Question: Practicing Personal Accountability at Work and in Life Outstanding!: 47 Ways to Make Your Organization Exceptional Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes – it will help others find this great content!

This episode of the Mindfluence Revolution digs into the Stockdale Paradox. Admiral Stockdale was in a Vietnam prison camp for eight years and was tortured over 20 times. When asked "Who didn't make it out?" he replied: "Oh, that's easy," he said. "The optimists. They were the ones who said, 'We're going to be out by Christmas.' And Christmas would come, and Christmas would go. Then they'd say, 'We're going to be out by Easter.' And Easter would come, and Easter would go. And then Thanksgiving, and then it would be Christmas again. And they died of a broken heart." Join us in The Mindfluence Revolution: Business Breakthroughs for Lasting Success. This is the podcast for individuals who are ready to take their business and personal life to the next level of success and fulfillment. Before jumping into today’s episode grab a copy of the Mindfluence YOUniverse. Today’s episode unpacks the Stockdale Paradox and how it relates to the leader, business owner, and entrepreneur. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton and Bruce Hurley discuss: | What the Stockdale Paradox is | Business applications of the Stockdale Paradox | The danger of blind optimism | What the Law of Attraction is not | The role of hope and faith in business | How a realistic view can help you overcome | …and more! Don’t forget to stick around for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week. Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! Resources Mentioned: The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich by Tim Ferriss David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants by Malcolm Gladwell Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't by Jim Collins

Sam Horn, TEDx speaker and The Intrigue Expert, is a respected positioning/messaging strategist with a 20+ year track record of results with such clients as Cisco, Fortune 500 Forum, Intel, Capital One, NASA, YPO, Boeing, KPMG, Vistage, the U.S .Navy and Four Seasons Resorts. As a presentation/pitch coach and media training expert, Sam has helped hundreds of clients prepare for high-stakes communications including one-of-a-kind TED talks, keynotes, fund-raising pitches, and investor decks that have scaled their influence and income. She is the author of 6 books from major publishers translated into 17 languages, including her most recent Got Your Attention? How to Create Intrigue and Connect with Anyone, and POP! In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with Sam Horn about: | The speed at which decisions are made – and the role that interest plays | The vital role that Intrigue plays in connecting with others | What “It’s not enough to be true, it needs to be new” means for today’s business leaders | Why “If you can’t repeat it, you didn’t get it” | Why you should throw away your elevator speech, and what to do instead | The power of storytelling - the empathy telescope | …and more! Don’t forget to stick around after the interview for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week! You can connect with Sam Horn on her site: http://samhorn.com/ Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes – it will help others find this great content!

This episode of the Mindfluence Revolution dives right into a topic that is near and dear to all of us: Happiness. Are you as happy as you would like to be? There are many definitions of happiness, and the value that business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders attribute to happiness cover a wide range. Dr. Matthew Norton and Bruce Hurley take a deep look at the role of happiness in business in this must-listen episode! Join us in The Mindfluence Revolution: Business Breakthroughs for Lasting Success. This is the podcast for individuals who are ready to take their business and personal life to the next level of success and fulfillment. Today’s episode examines the essential role of Happiness in the leader, business owner, and entrepreneur’s interactions with others. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton and Bruce Hurley discuss: • The role of happiness in business • If business owners should focus on happiness • Synthetic happiness vs natural happiness • What happiness is not • The danger of the phrase “I’ll be happy when…” • The role happiness plays in success • Does optimism lead to greater happiness? • …and more! Don’t forget to stick around for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week. Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well!

Brandon Allen is a leadership and strategic planning coach and consultant with the Business Blueprint. After more than a decade of experience in corporate America he has refined his uncanny knack for seeing other business owner’s vision and putting that into an actionable plan for success. Brandon Allen has helped entrepreneurs become New York Times best sellers, get on the Inc. 500 list as well as other accomplishments. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with Brandon Allen about: | What inspired Brandon to make the shift from the corporate world to entrepreneurship | Overcoming the Resistance | What Total Experience Design is and why it matters | How to create experiences for the customer from the “inside out” | The metric that is 5x more important than new customer acquisition, new products and services, or optimized pricing | How everything you do contributes to an experience | The crucial importance of defining vision at the formation of a business (and why you need to be open to iteration in the process of growing your business) | The importance of consistency and clarity in the leaders’ daily activities | …and more! Don’t forget to stick around after the interview for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week! You can connect with Brandon Allen on his site: New Work Revolution The New Work Revolution Podcast Mentioned in the Show: The War of Art by Steven Pressfield The Total Experience Design by Brandon Allen Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes – it will help others find this great content!

Join us in The Mindfluence Revolution: Business Breakthroughs for Lasting Success. This is the podcast for individuals who are ready to take their business and personal life to the next level of success and fulfillment. Before jumping into today’s episode grab a copy of the Mindfluence YOUniverse. Today’s episode examines the essential role of Adaptability in the leader, business owner, and entrepreneur’s interactions with others. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton and Bruce Hurley discuss: -The role of adaptability in business -What to do when life does not go as you expect -The dangers of inflexibility -The two key situations that require adaptability -The value of optimism in adaptability -A powerful mindset that can turn any change into a positive outcome -…and more! Don’t forget to stick around for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week. Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well!

Michelle McQuaid is a best-selling author, workplace wellbeing teacher and playful change activator. She fuses the latest science from positive psychology and neurobiology with over a decade of business leadership experience to bring you simple, tested actions to reduce stress and anxiety, cultivate a lasting sense of wellbeing and happiness, and become an exceptional leader. An honorary fellow at Melbourne University’s Graduate School of Education, her work has been featured in Forbes, the Harvard Business Review, the Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, Boss Magazine, The Age, Women’s Agenda, Wellbeing Magazine and more. She holds a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied alongside the field's founder Professor Martin Seligman, and is currently completing her PhD in Appreciative Inquiry under the supervision of Professor David Cooperrider. Michelle lives to help people discover their strengths, move beyond their fears, and finally discover what it truly takes to flourish with confidence. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with Michelle McQuaid about: How a Positive Psychology class at Harvard at Class changed the way Michelle looked at flourishing The difference between functioning and flourishing 5 elements present in a flourishing life 3 additional understands that Michelle experienced in her journey Understanding the hedonic treadmill, and how it is actually a good thing Why we don’t make the changes we need to in order to make the shift The value of understanding your unique strengths The advantage of strengths based development …and much more! Don’t forget to stick around after the interview for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week! You can connect with Michelle McQuaid on her site: http://www.michellemcquaid.com/ Free Ebook on Strengths Mentioned in the Show: Your Strengths Blueprint: How to be Engaged, Energized, and Happy at Work Free Via Character Strengths Assessment Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes – it will help others find this great content!

Commitment is essential. It may be the single most important factor to determining success in business, relationships, or in any area of life. Join us in The Mindfluence Revolution: Business Breakthroughs for Lasting Success. This is the podcast for individuals who are ready to take their business and personal life to the next level of success and fulfillment. Before jumping into today’s episode grab a copy of the MindfluenceYOUniverse Today’s episode examines the essential role of Commitment in the leader, business owner, and entrepreneur’s interactions with others. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton and Bruce Hurley discuss: A new definition of Commitment Why a lack of commitment is dangerous How ambition and commitment intersect The difference between desire and commitment How commitment does not require certainty The difference between single-mindedness and commitment How to tell if you are Quitter, Camper, or Climber …and more! Don’t forget to stick around for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week. Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well!

Kevin Hogan is the author of 22 books. He is best known for his international best selling book, The Psychology of Persuasion: How to Persuade Others to Your Way of Thinking. In the past decade he has become the Body Language Expert and Unconscious Influence Expert to ABC, Fox, The BBC, The New York Times, The New York Post and dozens of popular magazines like Forbes, Investors Business Daily, InTouch, First for Women, Success!, and Cosmopolitan. He has become the go-to resource for analyzing key White House figures. Kevin is a dynamic, well-known international public speaker, consultant and corporate trainer. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with Kevin Hogan about: The way that speed of communication can increase persuasion. How we are becoming immune to the same old strategies of presentations, proposals, sales, and advertising. The common office supply that can influence others to say “yes.” The power of non-verbal communication. How personal connection can inspire a favorable response to an unreasonable request. identity and connection. ...and much more! Don’t forget to stick around after the interview for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week! You can connect with Kevin Hogan on his site: http://www.kevinhogan.com/ Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes – it will help others find this great content!

Ambition is the intense desire to achieve something meaningful and the willingness to do whatever it takes, within the confines of your own moral code, to accomplish something that will make you proud. Today’s episode examines the vital role of Ambition in the leader, business owner, and entrepreneur's interactions with others. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton and Bruce Hurley discuss: -A new definition of Ambition -Ambition's role in personal fulfillment -The path to more noble outcomes -How to unleash the potential within -Why Ambition is more than just setting and accomplishing big goals -Finding out what "you are made of" -What Ambition is not -More versus better - for everyone ...and more! Don't forget to stick around for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes - it will help others find this great content!

Today’s episode is an interview with professional coach and facilitator Amy Reyer, Ph. D. Amy Reyer, Ph.D. is an ICF certified professional coach and facilitator with an academic background in the social sciences and a successful career working for major media companies including Discovery Communications and XM Satellite Radio and creating branded programming for The Ellen Degeneres show, Oprah Winfrey/Harpo Productions, Real Simple and More Magazine, among others. Her passion for women’s programming emerged from her doctoral research in American Studies/Women’s Studies at Yale University and George Washington University, earning a M.A. and Ph.D. Amy’s clients range from senior executives to younger professionals transitioning into leadership roles. Whether you are a trailblazer or a quiet leader, Amy’s contemplative coaching style will steer you inward for the answers and clarity you seek. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with Amy Reyer about: -The role of mindfulness in work & personal life -How stress interacts with mental performance -The value of managing attention -How the quality of attention can drive outcomes -How your attention can reveal ways to breakthrough where you are “stuck” -The counter intuitive approach that can help you get more accomplished Don’t forget to stick around after the interview for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week

Today’s episode examines the definition of Entrepreneur and where it fits into the tier of business leadership. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton and Bruce Hurley discuss: A definition of entrepreneurship Why leadership is an important factor How contribution fits into the picture Why drive matters so much in entrepreneurship How outreach makes a critical difference Uniqueness & eccentricity as a competitive advantage ...and more! Want to take the Entreprescore for yourself? Click HERE to get your report now - use the code mentioned in the podcast to receive the report for FREE for podcast listeners (normally $197)!! Don't forget to stick around for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes - it will help others find this great content!

Garrett B. Gunderson has dedicated his career to debunking the many widely accepted myths and fabrications that undermine the prosperity and joy of millions of hard-working, honest business owners. Gunderson’s company, Wealth Factory, empowers its members to build sustainable wealth through financial efficiency and organization leading to clarity, peace of mind and financial confidence. His firm was named to the INC 500. You may recognize him from his appearances as a guest contributor on CNBC, Fox News, ABC, and many others. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with Garrett Gunderson about: What is a “Soul Purpose “ Why it is not enough to just follow your passion in business The one factor in your life that may be paralyzing you and your business, and how to overcome it Why potential is more important that current state of finances A practical approach that will create freedom and peace of mind for you Parkinson’s law and how it relates to finances The ceiling of complexity And more! Don't forget to stick around after the interview for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week You can connect with Garrett Gunderson on: Website - http://wealthfactory.com Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes - it will help others find this great content!

Today’s episode examines the vital role of productivity in the leader, business owner, and entrepreneur's interactions with others. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton and Bruce Hurley discuss: The intersection of productivity and purpose What’s missing in time management Purposeful productivity How to prioritize critical tasks and focus on completion Why productivity without purpose is dangerous Finding your Imperative Narrative The value of Unopimized time What we can learn from Processionary Caterpillars about productivity Where you can start to make change in your momentum for productivity ...and more! Don't forget to stick around for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes - it will help others find this great content!

Today’s episode is an interview with America's Productivity coach: Michelle Prince. As a best-selling author, Zig Ziglar Motivational Speaker, business owner of multiple companies, wife of 15 years and mother of two young boys, Michelle Prince had to learn the art of juggling her personal and professional life successfully. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with Michelle Prince about: Michelle’s connection with Zig Ziglar The importance of taking action in Michelle’s own personal story How discontentment can move us in a positive direction The one change you make tomorrow to change your life Why you need to get clear on your purpose The business value of writing a book How to identify the overlap of your passion and experience Don't forget to stick around after the interview for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge of the Week You can connect with Michelle Prince on: Website - http://www.michelleprince.com/ Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes - it will help others find this great content!

Leadership is influence. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton and Bruce Hurley discuss: The value of Raving Fan relationships How influence leads to change The Trust Ladder Persuasion vs. Influence Higher level approaches to interaction The rule of reciprocity 4 Powerful words to close conversations Don't forget to stick around for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge the Week Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes - it will help others find this great content!

Join us in The Mindfluence Revolution: Business Breakthroughs for Lasting Success. This is the podcast for individuals who are ready to take their business and personal life to the next level of success and fulfillment. Today’s episode is an interview with speaker, coach and trainer: Roberto Monaco. Roberto has advised and consulted with Fortune 500 companies, executives, managers and sales professionals in the areas of peak performance, leadership, psychology of achievement, presentation skills and sales. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with Roberto Monaco about: How Roberto obtained a job with Anthony Robbins with no experience How to build a story selling process into your business The three stories you need to tell How to effectively create a story telling database Don't forget to stick around after the interview for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge the Week You can Connect with Roberto Monaco on: Website - http://influenceology.com/ Influencingfromthefront.com Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes - it will help others find this great content!

In This Episode: What is holding you back from accomplishing true greatness? More importantly, what will it take to overcome? PODCAST This episode of the Mindfluence Revolution Podcast is packed with actionable ideas. Join Dr. Matthew Norton and Bruce Hurley as they discuss: - Why risk is necessary - Risk vs. Stupidity - The simple answer to solve what is holding you back - Unlocking your own full potential - The surprising connection between meditation and bravery - The ONE idea that can unlock the solution for almost any situation where you feel stuck Don’t forget to stick around to the end for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge the Week! Did you enjoy the show? Let us know in the comments section below and share with others who might enjoy as well! We would also be grateful for a rating & review in iTunes – this helps others find this great content!

An internationally recognized leader in human potential – Margie is passionate about empowering people to think bigger about what is possible for them, engage in braver conversations and lead more purposeful lives. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with Margie Warrell about: - Why courage and bravery are so important - The cost of playing it safe - How courage is like a muscle - The mind shifting idea that Margie wants to share - Why passion alone is not enough Don't forget to stick around after the interview for the Mindfluence Revolution Success Challenge the Week

Join us in The Mindfluence Revolution: Business Breakthroughs for Lasting Success. This is the podcast for individuals who are ready to take their business and personal life to the next level of success and fulfillment. Connecting with others in business is essential. This episode explores how connections can make all the difference in your ability to be successful. Are you ready for the revolution?

Join us in The Mindfluence Revolution: Business Breakthroughs for Lasting Success. This is the podcast for individuals who are ready to take their business and personal life to the next level of success and fulfillment. Today’s episode is an interview with Connection expert Jonathan Sprinkles Jonathan Sprinkles is an award winning speaker, author, columnist, and authority on connection strategies for leaders and achievers. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Norton speaks with Jonathan Sprinkles about: Being Irrationally Passionate The value of Passion and Purpose The importance of trust How to get honest feedback Why connection is significant How to really connect with clients and customers Why it is just as important to share our failures as our successes The simple framework that Jonathan uses to connect

The Mindfluence Revolution Podcast is the show to provide mind-shifting conversation and game-changing expert interviews that liberate and inspire professionals and entrepreneurial business owners for expanded success and fulfillment. This fast-paced, high-energy show filled with brain science applications, cutting-edge thought, and soul-driven messages will provide the essentials for reaching the pinnacle of business contribution.