What does it really take to lead yourself before you can effectively lead others?

In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Hawk, host of The Learning Leader Show and author of multiple books including "The Score That Matters." With over 600 episodes under his belt interviewing top performers, Ryan shares his thoughts around leadership, personal growth, and the mindset needed for sustained excellence. We dive deep into his personal purpose statement of inspiring others to value and pursue excellence, and how he lives this out through his four core values: being thoughtful, thankful, curious, and consistent.

We also discuss the importance of setting up systems and environments that make personal growth inevitable, including how to develop your own purpose statement and values that actually drive behavior change.

If you're ready to move beyond surface-level leadership advice and discover how to create lasting impact through purposeful living, this episode is your blueprint.

Topics We Cover in This Episode:

• The critical first step most leaders skip when trying to lead others

• A framework for developing your own purpose statement that actually drives behavior

• How top performers are using daily questions to stay aligned with their values

• Why having too many values can be worse than having none at all

• The mindset shift that separates sustained excellence from temporary success

Follow Ryan on The Learning Leader Show and grab his latest book "The Score That Matters" to continue your growth journey. Don't forget to subscribe to Real Relationships Real Revenue for more conversations that help you lead with purpose and drive meaningful results.

Resources Mentioned:

Ryan’s Episode #476 with Kat Cole

Ryan’s Episode #361 with Admiral William McRaven

Ryan’s Episode #439 with General Stanley McChrystal

Ryan’s Episode #568 with Tony Robbins

Books:

The Score That Matters

Welcome to Management

The Pursuit of Excellence

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Have you ever wished you could control your energy levels as easily as adjusting the temperature on your thermostat?

In this episode, I dive into the fascinating world of nervous system mastery with Jonny Miller, who's revolutionizing how we approach energy management and self-regulation.

Jonny shares incredibly practical techniques that can help you shift your energy state in as little as 30-60 seconds, whether you need to calm down after a stressful meeting or amp up before an important presentation. We explore the science behind these techniques, including the groundbreaking finding that there are four times as many neural pathways going from body to brain than brain to body – which explains why bottom-up regulation practices can be so powerful.

What really excites me about this conversation is how immediately applicable these tools are for business leaders and entrepreneurs. I can't wait for you to discover how these simple yet powerful techniques could revolutionize your daily energy management!

Topics We Cover in This Episode:

• The surprising reason why trying to "think yourself calm" is far less effective than bottom-up regulation

• A simple humming technique that can take you to instant calm

• The breathing pattern that can replace your morning coffee

• How to achieve the equivalent of 4 hours of sleep in just 15 minutes

• Why certain environmental tweaks can permanently upgrade your nervous system

• A powerful technique that can shift your state in under 60 seconds

Resources Mentioned:

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Apply to work directly with Jonny and join the upcoming cohort of Nervous System Mastery

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In this episode, I sit down with my friend Khe Hy, a legendary figure in the world of blogging, email newsletters, and coaching.

Khe's unique background as a former high-flying investment banker gives him a perspective that sets him apart in the world of personal development. We dive deep into the art of building authentic relationships and how to scale your network without losing that personal touch.

Khe shares his mindset around relationships, his innovative system for managing connections, and his philosophy on staying top-of-mind with the people who matter most.

He also shares his concept of "authentic relationship building" and how it differs from traditional networking. We discuss the power of listening at a soul level, the art of making mutually beneficial introductions, and how to use technology to nurture relationships at scale. Khe also opens up about his journey from a timid child of Cambodian immigrants to a master connector, and shares insights on finding aliveness in your daily life and career.

Whether you're looking to enhance your professional network or seeking more meaningful connections in your personal life, this episode is for you.

Topics We Cover in This Episode:

• The secret ingredient that turns networking into authentic relationship building

• How to scale your relationships without losing the personal touch

• The surprising link between your hobbies and your most valuable connections

• A powerful daily habit that could transform your network over time

• An unexpected test to gauge if you're living the life you truly want

Resources Mentioned:

Subscribe to Khe’s newsletter (highly recommend!)

Mo’s interview with Jay Papasan, author of The ONE Thing

Mo’s interview with Risk Expert Dennis Baltz

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