In this episode, you're going to hear: The reason for closing one door and how new ones are opening for youWhat misalignment will do for you and how to fix itThe two letter word that could change EVERYTHING for youA heartfelt goodbye and a new chapter And more... Connect with us and The Think Big Network community by visiting http://Facebook.com/Th…

Every now and then, you have to get yourself in over your head. It's important to test yourself and stretch the old comfort zone. Recently, we've found ourselves biting off more than we can chew. In this episode of The Think Big Show, we'll share: The fine art of biting off more than you can chew and the reason you should do itWhat it shows you whe…

Most people assign the term "genius" to an IQ number, academic pedigree or some exalted level of mental capacity. But according to the definition of genius, it is a strong natural talent, aptitude or inclination. In this episode of The Think Big Show, you'll find out: How to tap your inner genius (because, yes, everyone has the capacity)What the in…

The age old truth is that facts tell, stories sell. Buying happens at the heart level and is rationalized with logic or facts. When people truly understand (through stories), that's when they buy. Buy into you, buy into what you're saying, and buy your products and services. In this episode of The Think Big Show, you'll learn: What causes people to…

If you want to rock your business and accomplish your missions and live a high-altitude life, you have to 1. Set the example 2. Make a difference People follow leaders and we all have the ability to become amazing leaders - if we choose to be. But before you set the example, you have to set the tone. We set the tone in our lives through the followi…

The fluffy and sparkly world of personal development is good for promoting positive messages and down-playing the darkness of life... because there is darkness. But sometimes that darkness is a powerful motivator. In this episode of The Think Big Show, JT and Mia discuss: How darkness in life can be turned into a powerful motivator and how best to …

Drag is the force that keeps a plane from flying. In business and life, we have things that drag us down and keep us from flying high, fast and far to our potential. On the flip side, the counter force to drag is lift. It's what makes flight possible. In this episode of The Think Big Show, JT and Mia discuss: The elements of drag and lift as they p…

There is a big difference between playing to win and playing NOT to lose. It starts with your attitude. Many entrepreneurs are either "all-in" to win or playing the "wait and see" game. While there is value in both you'll want to tune into this episode of The Think Big Show to learn: What the "all-in" mentality is and how you can utilize it in your…

Both motivation and inspiration can be useful in rising to the challengs of business, but only will last for the long haul. Motivation comes from different things like the motivation to succeed, to survive, etc. But inspiration comes from a completely different place which we discuss in this episode of The Think Big Show as well as: What the main d…

In life we have opportunities all around us and it really gives the spice and contrast that makes life so juicy. This episode of The Think Big Show will reveal: 4 different types of opportunities we can all be grateful forStories of love, loss, and missed opportunities that maybe you can relate toHow you should look at past opportunities that you m…

Happy Thanksgiving! Far and wide, and even if you do not officially celebrate this holiday, let's give thanks anyway for the abundance in our lives... especially fo the people that help us make our lives so rich. Because the quality of our lives is oftentimes enriched by the quality of people in it...even the naysayers! What? Discover in this episo…

Remember back to a wonderful time in your life... could be your childhood, could be this week...you could think "this is the time of my life". It's easy to value the good times... Now think back to a time when you were challenged, difficult times, or times when you look back and think "Man, I'm glad this time was over! I don't ever want to think ab…

One of the greatest needs we have as humans is the need to contribute. Just look at our 6 basic needs and see that most of them are fed on the desire to contribute. When we talk about gratitude for contribution, we have to see it from 2 different perspectives: What others contributeWhat we contribute In this episode of The Think Big Show, JT and Mi…

This week is Thanksgiving in the United States and we'll be exploring one of the most important aspects of entrepreneurial success... Gratitude. Gratitude is an interesting thing; it feels great and is so powerful, yet can be easy to overlook. In this Think Big Show episode, JT and Mia will discuss: How to make sure you use gratitude to not only fe…

Whether we think of productivity as things we do, focus we have, or being more effective in our business, productivity really starts inside ourselves. In this Think Big Show episode, JT and Mia dive deep into: What your obituary has to do with productivity and how it can keep you on the right pathHow to really learn your craft or skills in a manner…

In this day and age, on average, we are distracted every 3 minutes...and it takes 11 minutes to regai our concentration. 40% of the time we don't resume what we were previously working on. The bad news is that it is only going to get worse... but the good news is that you can wage war on these distractions. We discuss how in this episode of The Thi…

We all have body rhythms, but there are ways to increase our energy which therefore increases our ability to focus and get more done in the day. In The Think Big Show today, Mia and JT discuss: How simple systems can help you create more productivity in your day by freeing up your time to do the things that are important in your businessThe simple …

In a recent study, scientists discovered that our "will power" can and is limited throughout the day. But how can you use your will power to best serve your needs in business and life? The best way is by setting up rituals and routines so that you can be more efficient without using up your limited will power each and every day. In this episode of …

Getting more done in the day isn't just about getting more "stuff" done, but being more efficient in how you do the things that are really important to move the needle in your business and life. In this episode of The Think Big Show, JT and Mia discuss: Three ways to be more efficient through your day so you get the important tasks completedWhat to…

The holidays are approaching and while most people will take the time to be with family and relax, the question is... what will YOU do? For others, it's an opportunity to excel, to grind, and to get results in business. In this episode of The Think Big Show, JT and Mia discuss: How to maximize this time to really move forward in your business and l…

There is a trait that is practically mandatory for high-performance living - certainly for fields like military aviation, entrepreneurship and sports, to name a few - and it's sets the elite apart from everyone else. And the crazy thing about this trait is that it can (and usually does) lead to earning more moneyout-performing peers and your own ex…

If you are committed to success, you have to perform at or above the level of success you desire. You cannot have a level 10 result with a level 6 execution. Look at the most dominant performers in any field and you'll observe certain traits and behaviors that set them apart and keep them on top. JT and Mia discuss in this episode: 6 steps to creat…

There are few things that bring result-producing performance to its highest than solid discipline. With it, you achieve more, but you will have to make temporary sacrifices and give up short-term pleasure. However, in turn, over the long-haul, it's the least painful option and has the possibility of great rewards. In this episode, JT and Mia will d…

Greatness is like a fine wine: It takes time to cultivate and refine.... And so it goes in athletics, business, music, or anything that you want to be great at. Sadly, the seduction of overnight success can trip even the most dedicated and focused entrepreneurs up. The Olympics and NFL preseason are great projection screens of excellence, but it's …

There is a face-less, silent assassin that is killing your results and success, especially affecting leaders, athletes and high-performers of all types. And that is called "Imposter Syndrome", a phenomenon where high-achievers are unable to internalize their accomplishments and persistent fear of being "exposed" as a fraud. In this episode of The T…

As easy as it may be to look at the elite performers of this world and assume they are "different" or "special" or somehow blessed with extraordinary gifts that everyone else lacks, nothing could be further from the truth. And the real frustration sets in when an arm-wrestliing match between the work harder/work more mentality and the chill-out-fin…

Welcome to new Think Big Show Format. Listen as JT and I have a conversation on your brand and the power of building something that people will want to be a part of. In this episode, you'll learn: 4 Steps to creating a loyal followingWhat type of people will stand out from the others and create loyal customersHow to create a compelling culture that…

It's easy to put up walls, build barriers and hide behind the mast of obscurity. But when we do, we hide our greatness from the world. This condition has held more people back from their full potential than just about anything in the world and staying hidden behind the mask has huge ramifications. So to unmask your greatness, in this episode listen…

Both are detrimental to your success, but the difference is that they are on the opposite ends of the spectrum. Gullibility uses hope as a strategy (which is a terrible strategy) and cynicism is rooted in fear and pain. Both of these can divert good people from success and happiness. In this episode you'll learn: how to deal with them so that they …

A few years back, Mia and I were in the Bahamas... for the 2nd time. The first time was for our honeymoon and now we were back because I had a speaking engagement. I remember masterminding in a beautiful setting. You have to get yourself to places of inspiration! There are multiple benefits including creating a flow of excitement, creativity, and t…

Have you ever had one of those moments when everything falls into place, the stars align and your dream shot lands in your lap? The saddest moments are when our dreams arrive to welcome us, but we are asleep and miss the call. It's important to have yourself in a position to strike when the iron is hot. Listen to this episode of The Think Big Show …

Business success comes from leadership. When you lead others to success, you'll have more than you can dream of in yours. So how do you do it? Listen in as JT shares: 5 simple steps to set the tone in your businessWhat to drop when it comes to building your businessStopping this action will keep you in your power and able to say no to distractionsH…

Don't wait for extraordinary opportunities. Seize common occassions and make them great. Weak men want for opportunities - strong men make them." ~Orison Swett Marden Listen to JT's story about his friend's step dad making the ordinary extraordinary. In this episode, you'll hear: 5 steps to turning common occasssions into extraordinary opportunitie…

In the movie Jaws, 3 men set off to kill a great white shark, but don't know how big, except that it's BIG. Turns out that it is REALLY BIG and the character Martin Brody is famously quoted to say, "We're gonna need a bigger boat." In this episode of The Think Big Show, we'll discuss: How big the dream/shark is that you're hunting and how to build …

JT shares a story about an inspiring young man realizing his dreams and how he does it with a simple mindset shift. In this episode: You'll discover the 4 step process to developing belief to get what you really want in lifeHow baggage can weigh you down and how to get rid of it once and for allWhat to focus on and the choice that will catapult you…

One of the best things about flying in the U.S. Navy was the camaraderie. The family, the laughter and the sense of friendship that goes beyond association and strategic alliances were second to none. That's why in entrepreneurship, one of the best parts is the live events and networking where you meet potential teammates, make friends and potentia…

Sometimes we have the tendency to hang on too tight to things like money, time, expectations and beliefs or habits. In FLIGHT School To Success™ JT tells a story about how when you fly, squeezing the black out of the stick of an airplane has 3 results. If you hold on too tight, you lose control. If you're too loose, you lose control. And if you hav…

Listen in as JT shares a story by Bruce Merrifield about an ant, lion, cockroach, spider who all work together. In this episode of The Think Big Show, you'll hear: Lessons as they pertain to how solo-preneurs and entrepreneurs can straddle both the lion and ant qualitiesHow showing up every day with this attitude will get you noticed and ultimately…

Take the example of Ted Ligety, Olympic Gold Medalist for giant slolam in 2014. He did the work early establishing his lead early, oftentimes where your will power is greatest. When you do this in your business and life, you take the pressure off of being perfect, and opens the door for other opportunities. In this episode of The Think Big Show, we…

When was the last time you fully tuned in to the safety briefing on a flight? As an international speaker and coach, I travel a lot for business and I strive to pay attention every time. I especially take note of where the emergency exits are. But it's surprising how many people don't! And so it goes in business and life. Entrepreneurship is the sa…

All too often, we hear entrepreneurs lament about a lack of results. It's not whining, per say, they are legitimately frustrated and have put the work in. The challenge in many of these cases is that when they do forget that they do make a sale, they are so relieved about the money they forget that they are in the relationship business. It becmes t…

Life is amazing. It throws us all kinds of interesting curve balls and obstacles. Tony Robbins says we only like the "good" surprises. How well you think on your feet will dictate how you respond under pressure or to setbacks. In the Navy we had the "improve, adapt, overcome" mentality. In business you have to think the same way In a moment of cris…

We don't often think of entrepreneurship as leadership, but we should... because it is. Even as solo-preneurs, we are leading... that's right... we're leading ourselves. Regardless of what kind of mission you are on or business you are building, leadership is paramount to your success. Want more sales? Then lead others to a better outcome with your…

What is the mind/body connection of mediocrity and how does settling for "good enough" affect us in business and life? In this episode of The Think Big Show we discuss: The path and cycle of mediocrity - where it begins and ends and the pitfalls of allowing it to fester too longHow our thoughts affect our results more than we may realizeMajor facto…

Mario Andretti, the great Nascar driver once said, "Your car will go where your eyes go. Never look at the wall." And so goes your business and life whether you're skiiing, mountain biking or building a business. You always want your "eyes forward". Where you point your eyes and your focus is where your business and life will go. In this episode of…

As the Japanese Philosopher, Shoshin wrote in his book, The Beginner's Mind: "The longer you work in your area of focus, the more apt you may be to dilute your original attitude toward it." This goes for anything important that we do over a sustained period of time be it days, months or years. While classified as a "newbie", there is a lot of value…

Very little in life gets handed to us that we truly desire without one, work.. and two without first asking for it. Darren Hardy once said, "You don't get what you deserve in life, you get what you TOLERATE." Asking better questions will always get you to a better result, and more of what you deserve. Victory doesn't always go to the best, most qua…

We all want to create amazing businesses, the kind that people are attracted to, that people return to, and the kind we love working on every single day. There is a lot of competition out there and your clients are counting on YOU to deliver. In this episode of The Think Big Show we'll discuss: How to bring challenge to the surface so that you can …

As a leader who is growing, evolving and committed to making an impact in the world, you will invariably be launching something new throughout your career and life. Could be a business, a new product line, perhaps you are spearheading a new project or making a big career shift…or making a bold transition to a new and better way of life. Fact is tru…