Mindset, Purpose & Resilience Episodes
Episode 253: The Power of Growth and Letting Go with Larry Jackson
🎙️ About the Guest: Larry Jackson is a medical device sales expert with a background in professional fighting, including boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA. Coming from a tough upbringing, Larry has navigated personal and professional challenges with resilience, leading to a career in disruptive technology sales. His journey from fighting to sales is a testament to growth, adaptability, and the power of perseverance. 🔥 About the Episode: In this deeply personal and powerful conversation, L…
Episode 250: Leadership, Courage, and Finding Fulfillment with Omar Halabieh
About the Guest: Omar Halabieh is a global technology executive with over 20 years of experience spanning telecom, energy, and payments. He currently serves as Director of Technology at Amazon Payment Services, overseeing payment experiences across the Middle East and Africa. Beyond his professional role, Omar is passionate about leadership development, mentoring others, and fostering sustainable growth in their careers and lives. Connect with Omar thru his website at www.omarhalabieh.com Ab…
Episode 249 - Unmasking Authenticity: Challenging the Status Quo with Scott Ramey
About the Guest: Scott Ramey is the secret weapon for forward-thinking executives ready to elevate their communication and leadership skills. With over 20 years of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies to billions in new business, Scott’s innovative SPEAK Framework transforms leaders by helping them communicate with clarity, inspire action, and drive results. Through his one-on-one coaching and keynote talks, Scott empowers leaders to unlock their full potential and foster lasting impact.…
Episode 248: The Strategic Power of Joy: Overcoming Barriers to Growth with Jennifer Gomez
About the Guest: Jen Gomez is a trailblazer in empowering female entrepreneurs to break free from self-doubt and unleash their full potential. With nearly a decade of experience coaching women on how to elevate their personal and professional brands, work holistically, and scale their businesses, Jen has become a trusted mentor for those ready to dream bigger and make a lasting impact. Jen's work is both strategic and deeply personal, reflecting her belief that the world is waiting for …
Episode 246: Mindset, Generosity, and Building Legacy with Dany Martin
About the Guest: Dany Martin, a South Louisiana native now based in Shreveport, is passionate about empowering others through sound financial planning and positive leadership. With a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Northwestern State University and an MBA from Louisiana Tech, Dany has built a career focused on exceeding client expectations and delivering proactive wealth management solutions. Before joining WFA in 2015, he spent 8.5 years at Capital One Bank, advancing from teller…
Episode 245: Embracing Change, Failure, and Radical Honesty with Talia Bombola
About the Guest: Talia Bombola is an award-winning psychotherapist, podcast host, and professor of psychology. Known as The Confidence & Assertiveness Specialist™, Talia focuses on helping ambitious individuals enhance their self-worth, confidence, and assertiveness by rewiring their beliefs about themselves and the world around them. She believes that once we heal the pervasive feeling of “not enoughness” within, we can finally be free to pursue the life of our dreams. Learn more ab…
Episode 244: Overcoming Barriers and Embracing Growth with Dallin Cooper
About the Guest: Dallin is an author, entrepreneur, and award-winning shepherd. From small towns in Wyoming to one of the largest cities in China, he has inspired audiences to embrace perspectives beyond their own. Recognized as an expert in Authority Magazine, Dallin helps organizations and leaders challenge assumptions and communicate effectively. Dallin’s leadership journey began at the age of 20 when he launched his first business—a digital marketing agency. The agency quickly grew, and …
Episode 242: From Chaos to Clarity: Building a GrowthReady Mindset with Robert X. Fogarty
About the Guest: Robert X. Fogarty is a speaker, advocate, and social entrepreneur, best known as the founder and CEO of Dear World, an organization dedicated to storytelling through powerful images and personal narratives. Since starting as an art project in New Orleans in 2010, Dear World has evolved into a global movement celebrating the impact of personal stories. Robert has introduced the Brain Tattoo™ Storytelling Method to major organizations like Fidelity, UBS, and Duke Men’s Baske..…
Episode 241: Embracing Change and Growth: Navigating Life's Seasons and Trusting the Journey with Sonia Daniels
About the Guest Dr. Sonia L. Daniels is a highly skilled and experienced professional with a passion for empowering organizations to achieve sustainable growth. Through her consulting firm, S. Daniels Consulting, she leverages her expertise to support a wide range of clients, including nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies. Her strong educational background in Public Policy and Public Administration—Nonprofit Management, as well as her experience in senior-level operat…
Episode 240 - Embracing Growth: The Power of Reflection, Intention, and Learning with Katie Anderson
About Katie: Katie Anderson is a leadership consultant, speaker, and author of the bestselling book "Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn." Her work focuses on helping leaders build high-performing, learning-driven cultures. A Fulbright Scholar and Stanford graduate, Katie has inspired leaders worldwide to foster innovation and excellence. Learn more about Katie thru her website at www.kbjanderson.com About the Episode: In this episode, Katie Anderson discusses the concept of being &…
Episode 238 - Foundations of Growth and Fulfillment with Mark Scherer
About Mark Mark Scherer’s journey into spirituality began in his youth, driven by a desire to win arguments with his parents. This led him to explore the Bible and its connections to real life. With over 30 years of study in Consciousness, Language, Spiritual Law, and Quantum Physics, Mark nurtured a passion for personal transformation. Now, he leads a team dedicated to empowering individuals through the Quantum Leap Technique™ (QLT), inspiring others to unlock their potential and embrace th…
Episode 237 - Overcoming Fear and Embracing Growth with Richard Blank
About Richard: Richard is the CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Center, which he founded in 2008 after moving from Philadelphia. With over 20 years of experience, he has trained more than 10,000 bilingual telemarketers in advanced strategies and employee motivation. Richard holds a degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and integrates his love for pinball machines into his company culture. He was inducted into the 2023 Abington High School Hall of Fame and annually support…
Episode 235: Unlearn and Evolve with Jason Silver
Jason Silver, a multi-time founder and author, shares his perspective on being "growth-ready" and embracing uncertainty. He is the author of Your Grass is Greener: Use What You Have. Get What You Want. At Work and In Life. Jason emphasizes the importance of being open-minded and ready to receive growth from unexpected sources. His career trajectory has been non-linear, marked by rapid, extensive failures and the lessons learned from them. He advises taking small, low-cost steps to …
Living Your Principles: Personal Growth, Mind Mastery, and Goal Visualization with David Conway
David Conway, a mindset mentor, discusses the power of manifestation and setting goals. He emphasizes the importance of living your life through what you teach and applying the principles you teach to your own life. Conway ex...
Crafting Your Personal Mission, Vision, and Values with Chuck Cooper
Chuck Cooper, founder of Whitewater Consulting, shares his journey of transitioning from the corporate world to starting his own consulting company. He emphasizes the importance of valuing individuals and building trust and u...
Turning Trials into Triumph: Shara Ruffin's Journey from Setbacks to Success
Shara Ruffin, an independently licensed clinical social worker and former psychotherapist, shares her journey to becoming an entrepreneur and the challenges she faced along the way. She discusses the pivotal moment that led h...
Building Resilience for Career Success with Dr. Maria Helen-Pelletier
Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, a leadership expert, discusses the importance of resilience in career success and how to build it. She shares her journey into this work, starting with her experience in psychology and remote areas...
Let Fear be Your Fuel for Success - Deonte Holden
Steve Mellor sits down with special guest Deonte Holden in this compelling episode of Career Competitor. Together, they explore a myriad of profound insights that can transform the way you approach your career and personal g...
Finding Fulfillment From Knowing Your Value, with Dr. David Schreiner
In this episode of Career Competitor, host Steve Mellor invites Dr. David Schreiner, President and CEO of KSB Hospital and renowned author of "Be The Best Part of Their Day," for an insightful conversation on achieving excell...
When Giving Up is Not an Option - Nelson Nigel
Join host Steve Mellor on the latest episode of the Career Competitor Podcast, where he welcomes guest Nelson Nigel, the founder and CEO of Kidmoto. Tune in to this enlightening episode of the Career Competitor Podcast, where...
Capitalizing on Adversity - Lee Povey
Welcome to another insightful episode of the Career Competitor Podcast, hosted by the ever-engaging Steve Mellor. In this episode, Steve welcomes guest Lee Povey, and together, these 2 coaches delve into a variety of content ...
Practicing the Art of Discomfort - Carey Davidson
We welcome the incredible Carey Davidson to show, the founder & CEO of Tournesol Wellness and author of the FIVE Archetypes, and prepare yourself for fascinating discussion where we explore the theme of embracing discomfort f...
A Strong "Why" Leads to Strong Action with David Hollenbach
Welcome to another power-packed episode of Career Competitor! I'm your host, Steve Mellor, and today, we're stepping into the extraordinary world of firefighting with a remarkable guest, David Hollenbach. With over two decades of experience in the fire department, David brings a wealth of insights that transcend the flames and speak directly to the core of what it means to be a true leader. Key Takeaways: 1. Discover the invincible power of a compelling "WHY." David Holle…
Building your Value from the Inside with Coach Nikki Kett
In today's episode, Nikki and I will explore why it's crucial to avoid placing excessive emphasis on outcomes and how they can shape our sense of worth. We'll also delve into the significance of being attuned to ourselves and living in harmony with our bodies. Lastly, we'll touch on how the universe responds to the intent and decisiveness with which we approach life. We have an engaging conversation ahead, covering these topics and more on this episode of Career Competito…