On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with his long time Life and Leadership Coach Jason Bomberger. Brian has been working with Jay for over five years, and this episode gives you a taste of what it's like to work with a coach, including some live coaching during the episode. Beyond being a leadership coach with PwC, Jay is a father, a music aficionado, an ultramarathoner, a deep thinker, a spiritual gangster, and a dear friend. In this episode we dive into all things coaching, trajectory thinking, spirituality, life transitions, and the meaning of life!

If you've ever considered hiring a coach, give this episode a listen to learn how transformational the experience has been for Brian and how transformational it can be for you as well!

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On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, Dr. Michael Norton. Norton’s research on topics ranging from the hazards of humble bragging to the rewards of matchmaking and volunteering has been published in top academic journals such as the Wall Street Journal, CNN, Forbes, and the New York Times. He co-authored Happy Money with Elizabeth Dunn.

With the launch of his new book, The Ritual Effect, Norton offers practical ways to use rituals to enhance performance, foster preparedness, ease challenging situations, and enrichen our lives. In this podcast, we differentiate habits from rituals and discuss how athletes use rituals, how rituals can impact the workplace, and how rituals can impact relationships. Make sure to check out Norton's new book The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual, Harness the Surprising Power of Everyday Actions and learn how rituals can dramatically impact your life!

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On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with coach, educator, and speaker Jordana Confino for a high-energy conversation on high achievers and perfectionism. After completing her JD from Yale and starting her career in law, Jordana worked herself to the bone before realizing she needed a shift. Jordana transformed her life by leveraging the science of positive psychology and human motivation theory, and she is passionate about helping others do the same. Jordana is also an Adjunct Professor at Fordham Law School, where she teaches a course on Positive Lawyering, which educates students on how they can harness the insights and science-backed strategies of positive psychology to reach their highest potential and build meaningful, satisfying careers in law. Tune in to learn all about perfectionism and self-compassion, and then make sure to check out Jordana's content and reach out if you have any questions.

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On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with the authors of Good Work, Grit and Gratitude Laura Koffsky and Adrian Dubow for a fun and meaningful conversation. Laura and Adrian have over 50 years of combined experience in the non-profit sector and are the founders of non-profit consultancy Good Work Miami. When Covid-19 hit, inspired by their experiences in the non-profit space, Laura and Adrian jumped into action to make a difference. Their actions inspired a book about the shared collective experience we all had during the uncertain times from 2020-2023. Give the pod a listen and then make sure to go to Amazon or your local bookstore to purchase the book!

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On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with AI Philosopher and Ethicist Chad Woodford. Chad has over 25 years of combined experience in software engineering, law, product management, and AI research and has collaborated with leading tech companies such as Twitter, Google, and Facebook to address the future of Artificial Intelligence. On this podcast, Chad helps us understand some of the ethical and philosophical implications of Artificial Intelligence and machine learning in our lives. We then dive deep into the consciousness of AI. Check out the podcast so you can ground yourself in the truth about how AI will impact our lives going forward.

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On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with Washington Post columnist, Pultzer Prize finalist, and winner of the Associated Press Red Smith Award for Outstanding Contributions to Sports Journalism, Sally Jenkins! With the launch of her new book, The Right Call, Sally debunks how elite athletes and star coaches bring their “A game” consistently and in the big moment, not just once or twice, but day after day. She talks about the qualities that allow them to overcome pressure, elevate their performance, and achieve mastery. And most importantly, she talks about how all of us can harness these same qualities to become champions in our everyday lives. Check out Sally's new book THE RIGHT CALL: What Sports Teach Us About Work and Life and elevate your life to that of the top athletes in the world!

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On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with past PwC partner, TedX Speaker, Hit of Happiness business partner and happiness enthusiast Jürgen Müller. After spending years letting the hamster wheel get the best of him, Jürgen turned his life around to be a voice of reason for wellness in the corporate world. Leading with love and compassion, Jürgen aims to help individuals, teams and organizations realize that professional success and happiness are not mutually exclusive. Tune in to hear Jurgen's story and his view on the path to happiness in the workplace.

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On this episode of the pod, Brian sits down with the world's leading expert on Fun, author of The Fun Habit, and Chief Digital Officer of Active Wellness, Michael Rucker! Here we talk about how Fun is a lost art in today's society, the various types of fun, and why it may make more sense to chase fun than happiness in pursuit of a satisfying and meaningful life. Check out Michael's new book "the Fun Habit" on how the disciplined pursuit of joy and wonder can change your life!

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