🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Steven Cohen—licensed psychologist, speaker, and advisor to high-performing professionals—for a grounded conversation about burnout, balance, and what real mental fitness actually looks like.With decades of experience counseling physicians, attorneys, entrepreneurs, and families, Dr. Cohen brings a rare perspective to the table—one that cuts through the noise of hustle culture and addresses the emotional strain most high achievers ignore. He shares what burnout really is (and what it isn’t), why perspective matters more than pressure, and how to separate your professional role from your personal identity. We talk imposter syndrome, reframing failure, and how meditation, mindfulness, and boundaries can boost—not break—performance.Whether you're leading a business, a team, or just trying to stay afloat under the weight of your own expectations, Dr. Cohen’s insights will help you think clearer, lead longer, and protect the one asset you can’t replace: your mental energy.

🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Vince Virga, financial advisor, author, and founder of PFS Wealth Management Group, for a compelling conversation about money, mindset, and what it really takes to build a life of clarity, purpose, and long-term financial security.With over 30 years of experience, Vince breaks down the five pillars of holistic financial planning and explains why most people are only scratching the surface when it comes to preparing for retirement and protecting their legacy. He shares real-world stories, common misconceptions, and the one belief that holds most people back from financial peace of mind.From designing custom wealth strategies to completing a full Ironman in his late 50s, Vince’s story is one of discipline, vision, and relentless service. This episode is a masterclass in planning with purpose and using money as a tool to do extraordinary things in the world.

================Chapters:00:00 Intro04:06 Major Misconceptions About Wealth Management08:14 How Money Philosophy Has Evolved12:20 Building Trust in the Financial World18:59 How Purpose Plays Into Planning22:52 Connecting Wealth to Values & Legacy28:08 Helping Clients Stay Calm Through Uncertainty33:11 Vince's Passions & Fitness Journey42:08 Rapid-Fire Questions

🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with John Huffman, entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Huffman Construction, for a powerful conversation about transformation, leadership, and the lessons that come from rebuilding a life and a business from the ground up.From battling addiction and landing in jail to becoming a successful contractor and coach, John shares the raw and redemptive journey that led him from street hustle to hope dealer. He opens up about the pain of broken partnerships, the mindset shift that saved his marriage, and how his faith became the foundation for everything he does today.With honesty and humility, John breaks down what it really means to build something meaningful, whether it's a business, a family, or a future. From speaking to incarcerated youth to launching sold-out business seminars, his story is a reminder that your past does not define you. Your purpose does.

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro

03:54 What Got John To Where He Is Today

09:10 How John Deals Hope

13:23 Personal Obstacles Early in Life

17:54 John's Journey To Huffman Construction Group

24:31 Partnership Challenges & Faith

35:03 Preaching & Becoming an Influencer

43:01 John's Future Plans

46:08 Biggest Takeaways

🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Judah Finley—creator, entrepreneur, and founder of the Monarck brand—for a candid conversation about what it really takes to grow an audience, launch a brand, and build lasting momentum in the digital space.From flipping a $600 Jeep into a viral YouTube series to giving away a rebuilt Hellcat to a fan who bought sweatpants, Judah walks us through the strategy behind his growth and the mindset that keeps him moving forward. He shares how he helped his girlfriend grow to over a million followers, why most creators get stuck at the start, and the lessons he’s learned from building a business around storytelling and attention.With clarity and conviction, Judah breaks down the path to monetization, the power of personal branding, and how to turn early traction into long-term success. Whether he’s talking cars, content, or the meaning behind Monarch, Judah leaves us with one message: don’t wait—start.==============Chapters:00:00 Intro04:11 How Judah Got Into Content Creation13:24 Investing Into Cars For Content18:40 Judah's Brand & Monarck23:30 Style, Strategy, & Substance in Branding29:11 Self Branding vs Impersonal Branding30:59 Content Lessons38:41 The Biggest Takeaway#YouTubeSuccess, #ContentCreator, #PersonalBranding, #GrowOnYouTube, #CreatorEconomy, #InfluencerMarketing, #HowToGoViral, #MonetizeYourContent, #DigitalEntrepreneur, #YouTubeGrowth, #BrandBuilding, #SocialMediaTips, #OnlineBusiness, #CreatorJourney, #YouTubeTips, #ViralStrategy, #YouTubeMonetization, #BuildYourBrand, #StartCreating, #EntrepreneurLife, #ContentMarketing, #SideHustle, #MarketingStrategy, #SelfMade, #YoungEntrepreneur, #StartupStory, #SmallBusinessTips, #YouTubeAdvice, #SocialGrowth, #InfluencerTips, #AudienceBuilding, #MakeMoneyOnline, #YouTubePodcast, #PodcastClips, #BehindTheScenes, #DigitalCreator, #SocialMediaGrowth, #InfluencerJourney, #CreativeBusiness, #FromZeroToOne, #ViralMarketingTips, #StorytellingForBrands, #YouTubeChannelGrowth, #CreatorMindset, #SuccessOnYouTube, #GarageToGreatness, #HustleCulture, #ModernEntrepreneur, #BusinessOfInfluence, #AuthenticBranding, #JudahFinley, #MonarchBrand, #BeyondTheBriefcase

🎙️ In this insightful and energizing episode, we sit down with Dr. Chris Lee—neuroperformance coach, speaker, and founder of Elemental Shift—for a candid conversation about stress, resilience, and the science of rewiring your brain for clarity and purpose.From navigating trauma and single fatherhood in his 20s to coaching high performers and redefining what it means to be well, Chris shares the pivotal moments that shaped his path. He opens up about burnout, self-regulation, accountability, and how the grind mentality can quietly steal your health, your joy, and your future. Through real talk and powerful neuroscience, he offers a new model for sustainable success—one built on awareness, ownership, and boundaries.Whether he's guiding lawyers through high-stakes burnout or walking barefoot to reset his nervous system, Chris reminds us that performance isn’t about pushing harder—it’s about showing up regulated, present, and fully human.==============Chapters:00:00 Intro04:01 From Trauma Comes Transformation09:27 The Brain During Burnout16:14 Shifting From Survival Mode18:41 Emotional Suppression & Boundaries22:04 The Importance of Accountability38:11 Lighting Round Questions