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A Vital Lesson in Judgement
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren tells two heartfelt stories that bring to light our tendencies to judge as a species and the harm it is causing both you and t...
Disrupting Tech's Control Over You
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are our virtual worlds stunting our ability to connect in the physical world? In this episode, Darren shares a personal experience that brought to lig...
False Perceptions That Destroy Achievement
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We often make choices in life and business, and when those choices result in consequences or outcomes we aren't happy with, you have to stop and ask y...
How to Tell (Much) Better Stories
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are all excellent storytellers. We have a story for everything! We have a story for why we can't lose weight or stick to a diet, or can't jog, or b...
How to Become #Blessed
05 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So many people watch successful people and think they are successful because there is something special about them. They believe the uber-successful p...
A Silent Killer in Your Life
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do you think causes more deaths in the United States each year? This poignant and terrifying question is the topic of today's episode. In the epi...
A Horror Story. For Real.
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren shares a story about Carrie, Stephen King's 4th novel, and a lesson that can help you today to build mental strength and reach...
The Details of BIG Success
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is the most common mistake that the world's most inspiring leaders make and that you might be making too? Darren discusses this common mistake in...
How to Win Over Your Leader (And Get What You Want)
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When we face difficult situations or setbacks, it's human nature to think of our point of view, problems, and needs first. However, we have to remembe...
The BEST Tip to Becoming World-Class.
29 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren shares a story he recently read that reminds us of an essential mindset for those who choose to Be The Exception. Get more per...
Hit with a Challenge? Do This.
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When faced with challenges and adversity, we have two choices on how to deal with them. In this episode, Darren shares the touching story of NFL super...
No. 1 Factor Holding You Back from the Life You Want
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is one question that, if asked, would tell someone everything about you, your life, and the potential of your future. Darren reveals that questi...
3 Tips to Tame Your Biggest Addiction
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's digital world, we're expected to be available at all times via email. Studies have shown that office workers spend almost a third of their ...
3 Things That Will Change Your Life
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Darren shares a valuable lesson that could be life-changing if you heed the guidance. Get more personal mentoring from Darren each...
How to NOT Ruin Your Children & Employees (2 of 2)
22 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this follow-up episode to How to NOT Ruin Your Children & Employees part one, Darren reveals the seven praise mistake most make even when they have...
How to NOT Ruin Your Children & Employees (1 of 2)
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Praise can build self-esteem, or it can undermine and erode self-esteem if done incorrectly. In this episode, Darren discusses how praise is one of th...
Reverse Mentoring
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren follows up on yesterday's episode on the divide between talking and listening. He shares insights from an interview with estee...
AMA: When to Talk & When to Shut Up & Listen
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is another from the Ask Me Anything series. Listener Nicolas Marcou asked, "We remember great leaders from their unforgettable and ins...
Let's Break the Web
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As Walter Scott wrote, "Oh what a tangled web, we weave when at first we start to deceive." In this episode, Darren shares a story that will set you...
AMA: Can You Be A Shy Leader?
15 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode continues the Ask Me Anything series with a question from Daniel Briggs, who asked, "There is a leadership position available at my co...
AMA: Remedying Your Mistakes - QUICKLY
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren answers a listener submitted question in this episode as part of our continued, Ask Me Anything series. Listener Randy Hansen submitted the que...
What Stinks In Your Life! (And How to Fix It)
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ralph Waldo Emerson is quoted as saying, "A man (or woman) is what he (or she) thinks about all day long." In today's episode, Darren recounts a tale ...
Two Keys to Great Hiring
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we go one-on-one with Darren as he talks about two keys to great hiring. This is a clip pulled from a private interview session with ...
Stimulating High-Performance in Others
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most people know Henry Ford as the founder of Ford Motor Company and the originator of the assembly line. But Ford was also a master motivator. In thi...
Proven Formula for Solving All Your Personal Problems
08 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the final installment of helping you use First-Principles in solving problems and finding breakthrough solutions, and generally leveling up your li...
The Magic Combination to Create a Breakthrough
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Over the last few episodes, Darren has been discussing finding solutions using First-Principles. In this episode, Darren debunks another myth many bel...
Why You Need to Rebel Against Authority - NOW!
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren continues discussing how to approach life or business problems using First-Principles. And he debunks the myth and dogma that ...
5 Questions to Solve All Your Problems
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren continues his discussion of the creative solution or problem-solving concept called First-Principles. Aristotle defined First-Principle as "The...
A Better Approach to Solving Problems
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren reveals Elon Musk's hack for solving big problems while saving millions of dollars. In addition, Darren shows that this method...
Warning! This is What Makes You Dumb
01 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you have a roommate or spouse who never does the dishes, a two-generation smartphone, a boss who won't listen to your ideas, or all of the abo...
Why Smart People Are Stupid
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A minister, a boy scout, and a computer executive were flying to a meeting in a small private plane. Sounds like the start of a bad joke, but that is ...
How to Better Juggle Priorities
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like you spend your life juggling? Juggling between family, work, friendships, health, and simple daily commitments, all of which dem...
Avoid This Social TRAP!
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren uses today's episode to rant about an epidemic in our society. That epidemic is celebrity idolization. The concept of idols and celebrities isn...
AMA: Investment Advice: Put Your Money Here
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren answers a listener question as part of the Ask Me Anything series. Listen, Heather asked, "I have a client acquisition, and se...
Punching Crisis in the Mouth Part 5
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Tyson is famous for saying, "Everyone is tough until they get punched in the face." In the final episode of this timely series, Darren focuses on...
Punching Crisis in the Mouth Part 4
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In part four of Darren's urgent series that is meant to prepare you to be crisis and recession-proof, he continues with the final three checkpoints. T...
Punching Crisis in the Mouth Part 3
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we continue our series focused on preparing you to be crisis and recession-proof the rest of your life, especially in the face of ...
Punching Crisis in the Mouth Part 2
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of Darren's timely message to the community, Darren begins to share half a dozen checkpoints to help set your sail and rudder before the g...
Punching Crisis in the Mouth
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren recently met privately with a group of market insiders, CEOs of major companies, economists, and more to share insights and perspectives on the...
AMA: Turning Ideas Into Action
17 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren answers another Ask My Anything question in today's episode. You asked Darren, "You offer such great advice, but it is difficult to enshrine it...
Best Marriage Advice You'll Hear All Year
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren tells the story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Supreme Court Justice, who rose to become the top in her field against every impossible odd. Get more p...
A Stoic Approach to Adversity
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are these bad times or good times? What would you say? And are you sure? Darren takes a look at the things we often think of as good vs. bad and revea...
The #1 Success Habit to Find Your Advantage
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren reveals how he gained a competitive advantage in any situation, even when nothing in life came easy for him. He shares tips on how to look for ...
Advice for High-Achievers
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the past 25+ years, Darren has interviewed and spent time with some of the world's most uber-successful people. Listen in as he shares the one trai...
Two Hilarious and Thought Provoking Real-Life Lessons
10 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've all heard the proverb regarding assumptions about how the act of making them makes an "ass" out of "u" and "me." Darren reiterates this lesson ...
The Biggest Lie You've Been Told
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The last couple of generations have been told they can have it all. They can be anything, do anything, and have anything they want that it is their RI...
Success is Hard. Be Thankful.
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The news media makes success look easy. They say anyone can become an overnight success. But winning is much harder when the difficulty level is low, ...
The Modern Gold Rush! You In?
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren shares a personal story about a blackout at an inconvenient time to demonstrate the lesson he learned and how it might inspire you to look at y...
A Ruthless Question
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren gives you one question that will allow you to find the solution to any problem you have, no, and forever more. Do you ever wake up to a laundry...
How to Get Everything You Want
03 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren relates a personal story where he tested the common phrase "Ask, and ye shall receive!" The result taught him a valuable lesso...
One Question to Solve All Your Problems
02 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren gives you one question that will allow you to find the solution to any problem you have, no, and forever more. Get more personal mentoring from...
Your BIG Choice In Life
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all face a great challenge in life. We must each decide who we want to be and what type of life we want to live. In this episode, Darren recounts t...
Eliminating Chronic Pain
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What pain, dissatisfaction, or sub-optimal thing are you just tolerating in your life right now? In this episode, Darren shares a story that illustrat...
What 90% of Leaders Suck At
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
KRC Research reported that 9 in 10 employees feel unrecognized by their supervisors. Unfortunately, this means 90% of leaders have failed to show ap...
Why We Believe in Conspiracies
27 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why do humans believe in conspiracy theories? Darren explores this fascinating topic in today's episode. He offers a new perspective that will have yo...
Capture People's Hearts at Work
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last year in the US, over a trillion dollars were lost to voluntary turnover. So today, Darren gives you six ways to capture the hearts and minds of y...
What Stinks in Your Life (And How to Fix It)
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you go through life thinking, wow, everything stinks in this world! In this episode, Darren shares a short parable that will open your eyes to why ...
What Zone Are You Living In
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren shares that there are four zones in which people are living right now. Each zone represents how people are experiencing and re...
How to Fly High
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren shares a metaphor to help you understand that no matter how the wind blows, you must know who holds the string. Register for t...
Running an Awesome Accountability Call
20 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren gives his guide for holding a successful accountability call to help you with your goals. Don't forget to pick up a copy of Li...
AMA: Finding an Awesome Accountability Partner
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren answers a question frequently about how to have the best accountability partnership. And he clears up some common misnomers ab...
You Need All 3 of These to Succeed (Most Miss At Least One!)
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A listener recently wrote in asking: "Someone can have knowledge but may lack the skills to execute. But can Someone have skills without knowledge? Ca...
A Three Part No Fail Sales Strategy
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Darren tells you about the best salesperson he ever encountered. He also shares the lessons he learned from her on selling that yo...
Winning More Arguments. Advice From the King of the Jungle.
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren shares a fable to remind you of an important life lesson. One many people have forgotten in our constantly outraged and increa...
Who Makes Life Worthwhile
13 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of the mini-series on defining success, Darren reveals the remaining piece of how he defines success. So far, he has discussed do...
What Makes Life Joyful
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With part three of the mini-series on defining success, Darren covers the how part of doing what you want in life. He emphasizes how every aspect of w...
What Makes Life Fun
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of this mini-series, Darren revealed the first aspect of how he defines success: Doing WHAT I want to do. Then, get super clear about WHAT...
The (Real) Definition of Success
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you define success? Not how society defines it or what your parents, teachers, coaches, rabbis, or ministers wanted it to be for you, but YOUR ...
The Key to Your FUTURE Success
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We often forget how HARD we once worked. How much we sacrificed and what a dear price we have paid to bring us to where we are. In this episode, Darre...
Finding Where You Are Worth the Most
06 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren shares a parable about a daughter and a father who attempts to teach her the importance of knowing your value and ensuring you are in the right...
Key Systems to Scale Hyper-Growth
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren shares his response to a question asked during a private advisory session he did for an international group of business leader...
Plateaued? 12 Qs to Level Up
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you still overwhelmed, working too many hours, and producing less than you want? Darren gives you 12 questions you can use to assess whether you a...
The Source of All Your Pain
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you measuring your success all wrong? Darren's answer might surprise you. He reveals why you will never be satisfied no matter what goals you achi...
Two (Irritating) Questions That Will Change Your Life
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren shares two questions that will change your life. He explains how the questions might be irritating at first, but your life wil...
Life's Scorecard. Are You Winning Or Losing?
30 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
No one wakes up and says, "I want to be a loser today." In this episode, Darren explores how your daily choices impact whether you win or lose each da...
How to Score Your Success
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren discusses lessons he learned from Bill Walsh's book, "The Score Takes Care of Itself." Register for Darren's upcoming broadcast at 10XBottomL...
Why Feeling Uncomfortable is the Key to Success
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Success is a comfort awarded only to those willing to do what's uncomfortable. Listen in to hear Darren share five ways to get comfortable with being ...
Do This to Prevent Failure
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren shares the story of a hired hand on a farm and highlights the lesson that you can use to "be prepared." Register for Darren's ...
Three Keys to Long Term Success
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren shares three valuable lessons from the Biltmore estate on the sustainable success that can benefit everyone who owns or leads a business. Get m...
How to Be Even More Valuable
23 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren reveals three more lessons the olive tree can teach us, particularly in these uncertain times when we need to be more resilient and also more v...
3 Ways To Become Immensely Valuable
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren shares three lessons the olive tree has to teach us about experiencing difficult times and the whole point and purpose of life...
Take Back Control in Your Life
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is a simple action you can take to change the world. And no, this isn't some fluffy motivational mumbo jumbo. Everything you need to change the ...
A Dangerous Belief We Have to Abolish
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is terrible teaching that suggests that as we go through our lives, the more we seek, the more we will "FIND" ourselves. In this episode, Darren...
5 Ways Your Bank Account is Being Hacked!
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You are being robbed right under your nose. In this episode, Darren reveals five thieves in your home or office to watch for and stop in their tracks....
What People Worship
16 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren takes on the real capital "T" truth about life. He goes deep with a discussion on beliefs. Why do you believe what you do? And...
The Secret to Mo' Money
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren reveals his secret to creating more money in your life or business. And it might not be quite what you think either. Join the ...
It's Time for Some Trash Talk
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Humans have some thought-provoking quirks, some more than others. As a leader, you need emotional intelligence to find the right motivation for each p...
Fight Against 'Big Brother'
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Humans have some thought-provoking quirks, some more than others. As a leader, you need emotional intelligence to find the right motivation for each p...
A Fantastic Place to Find Your Fortune
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren often explains how much of his life has been twists and turns of one circumstance leading to another. And that nothing he has gotten into he or...
How to Produce More Time & Money
09 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
People continuously ask Darren, "How do YOU get so much done?" In other words, how does he produce so much fruit in such a short time? Darren shares h...
Staying Calm Under Pressure
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You see this person on the streets, in the boardroom, on the battlefield, and at family functions—the one who remains perfectly calm while everyone ...
A Simple Path to Getting Unstuck
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to get unstuck? In the previous two episodes, Darren revealed the signs to watch for that indicate you are STUCK. In this episode, he pu...
Still Stuck? Here's Why
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of the Getting Unstuck series, Darren identifies the other five warning signs that you are stuck. If you recognize any of the signs in you...
WARNING: Are You Stuck?
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel stuck? It happens. It's human. We ALL get stuck from time to time. Getting unstuck is the problem. That is where most people get hung up, ...
Do You Have What It Takes
02 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren explains how super achievers like Michael Jordan or Tiger Woods, at their peaks, were able to perform under immense pressure e...
AMA: Are You Too Hard On Yourself?
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Darren answers the ask me anything question: "Any chance Darren has or will do a series on finding the balance between being too hard on yourself and ...
The Steve Jobs Mantra That Made Apple Better
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darren shares Steve Jobs's mantra in his leadership at Apple and how you can and should incorporate this same principle into your lif...
The Worst Leader in the World
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
At times like these, people are constantly debating this question: Who is the world's worst leader? Darren reveals the answer in this episode, and it ...
Are You Top of the Food Chain
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you settling for the mediocre? Is this holding you back from your big personal and professional goals? In this episode, Darren shares a strategy t...
How to Make Love with Anyone
25 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Beatles wrote, "All you need is love. Love is all you need." In this episode, Darren reveals one of the most valuable success principles he was ta...