The Mindset Advantage
Episodes
How Small Actions Create Extraordinary Change with Sam Demma
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Demma is a best-selling author and one of the most in-demand keynote speakers today. Through more than 750 keynote presentations, Sam inspires peo...
They're Always Watching with DJ Hillier
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ has he unpacks a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhi...
How Coaches Create Teams That Flourish with Daniel Coyle
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Daniel Coyle is the New York Times bestselling author of The Culture Code, named the best business books of the year in 2017. He has served as an advi...
Show Up Anyway with DJ Hillier
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he unpacks a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhil...
The Way of Excellence with Brad Stulberg
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Stulberg researches, writes, and coaches on health, well-being, and sustainable excellence. He is the bestselling author of The Practice of Groun...
Light the Fuse with DJ Hillier
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he breaks down a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.d...
As Perception Changes, Behavior Follows with Brett Ledbetter
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brett Ledbetter is an industry leading thinking partner for high performers in sport, education, and business. He’s also the author of six books and...
Drop the Rope with DJ Hillier
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he unpacks a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhil...
Setting the Championship Standard with Coach Connor Buczek
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Connor Buczek is the head men’s lacrosse coach at Cornell University. A former Cornell standout midfielder, he was a First Team All-American and hel...
Just Do It with DJ Hillier
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he breaks down a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.d...
The Mental Game of Baseball with Tyler Heineman
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tyler Heineman is a Major League Baseball catcher for the Toronto Blue Jays. He has played for multiple organizations, including the Miami Marlins, Sa...
We Is Stronger Than Me
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he unpacks a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhil...
Competing Without the Fear of Judgment with Jordan Wieber
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jordyn Wieber is an Olympic gold medalist and former World Champion gymnast who was a key member of the legendary “Fierce Five” team that won gold...
The Price of Growth with DJ Hillier
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he unpacks a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhil...
What the World’s Best Coaches Get Right About Culture with John O’Sullivan
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John O’Sullivan is a renowned author, speaker, and founder of the Changing the Game Project who has spent over two decades shaping the conversation ...
Set the Intention with DJ Hillier
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he breaks down an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!
Fear to Focus: The Mindset of a Professional Cliff Diver with David Colturi
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
David Colturi is a professional cliff diver best known for competing in the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series, where he’s earned multiple podium fi...
The Truth About Difficult with DJ Hillier
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he unpacks a powerful framework to help you use your mindset to your advantage!
Clear Is Kind: How Great Coaches Have Hard Conversations with Coach Laura Ionello
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Laura Ianello is the Head Coach of Texas Women’s Golf and one of the most respected leaders in all of collegiate golf, known for building cham...
Life Changing Lessons with the Coach of the Century Miss Valorie Kondos Field
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Valorie Kondos Field is one of the most accomplished and influential coaches in collegiate sports history, leading UCLA Gymnastics to seven NCAA natio...
Talk to Yourself, Don't Listen to Yourself with DJ Hillier
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he breaks down his ten favorite tips and strategies to turn your inner voice into a competitive advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond ...
31 Marathons in 31 Days Without Legs with Rob Jones
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Jones is a retired Navy SEAL, endurance athlete, and leadership instructor with Echelon Front. After stepping on an IED during combat in Afghanist...
Check the Compass with DJ Hillier
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he unpacks a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhil...
Top Stories of 2025 with DJ Hillier
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week DJ shares his top nine stories from The Mindset Advantage Podcast during 2025! With high energy, entertainment, and education, this is a spe...
Consistency Over Intensity with DJ Hillier
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he unpacks a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhil...
The Formula Behind Elite Teams with Jon Levy
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jon Levy is a behavioral scientist and the New York Times bestselling author of You’re Invited. Renowned for his groundbreaking insights on trust, l...
Love Always Shows Up with DJ Hillier
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he unpacks a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhil...
The Power of Perspective & Process at Oregon Baseball with Mark Wasikowski
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Mark Wasikowski is the head baseball coach at the University of Oregon and brings nearly 30 years of coaching experience to the dugout. As a nat...
Better Questions Lead to Better Answers with DJ Hillier
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he unpacks a powerful story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhil...
Sustaining Success: Inside 3 Decades Championship Culture with Coach Jenny Levy
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Jenny Levy is one of the most accomplished coaches in women’s lacrosse history—four-time national champion head coach at North Carolina, sec...
Failure Doesn't Exist with DJ Hillier
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he breaks down an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book...
Coaching Gen Z: What Today’s Athletes Need Most with Tim Elmore
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Tim Elmore is the founder of Growing Leaders, an Atlanta-based non-profit created to develop emerging leaders. Since founding the company in 2003,...
The Voices We Listen To with DJ Hillier
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he breaks down an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book...
Win from Within: The Inner Excellence Mindset with Jim Murphy
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Murphy is a Performance Coach to some of the best athletes and leaders in the world. Murphy leads Inner Excellence offsite retreats around the glo...
Play Where You're Heard with DJ Hillier
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ as he tells unpacks an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-bo...
Life After the Super Bowl: Redefining Success with Sammy Watkins
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sammy Watkins is a former NFL wide receiver who was selected 4th overall in the 2014 NFL draft after a standout career at Clemson (where he was a two-...
Put the Glass Down with DJ Hillier
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ Hillier as he unpacks an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-...
Extreme Ownership in Sports and Life with Leif Babin
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leif Babin is a former U.S. Navy SEAL officer and combat leader who served three deployments. He led SEALs on high-stakes operations in some of the mo...
Relationships Before Championships with DJ Hillier
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ has he unpacks an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book ww...
How to Coach Kids These Days with Betsy Butterick
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Betsy Butterick aka “The Coaches Coach” works with coaches, teachers, and administrators all around the country to help shorten the distance betwe...
Stay In Your Boat with DJ Hillier
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as DJ unpacks an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advatnage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www...
Next Play Mindset: How to Focus on What Matters Mosts with Alan Stein Jr.
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Stein Jr is an internationally renowned corporate keynote speaker and performance coach who spent ore than fifteen years working with some of the...
The David Ross Story with DJ Hillier
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every Monday DJ unpacks an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book w...
The Only Disability Is a Bad Attitude with Scott Hamilton
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Hamilton is one of the most recognizable and decorated figure skaters in the world — an Olympic Gold Medalist and four-time World Champion who...
The Bull Don't Care with DJ Hillier
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every Monday DJ unpacks an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book w...
The Need to Lead: How Extreme Ownership Solves Every Challenge with Dave Berke
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Berke is a retired U.S. Marine Corps officer and fighter pilot who served in both Iraq and Afghanistan. He later became a Top Gun instructor, tea...
Persistence over Perfection
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join DJ has he unpacks an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book ww...
The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents and Coaches Lead with a Growth Mindset with Jessica Lahey
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica Lahey is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Su...
Love You Too with DJ Hillier
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
DJ tells an inspirational story on how you can use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier...
What to Say Before, During, and After the Game with Justin Su’a
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Su’a is the founder of the Performance Advisory Group where he helps serve some of most respected coaches, executives, and athletes in profes...
Love the Dandelions with DJ Hillier
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode DJ tells an inspirational story to help you use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-...
Unlocking the Code to Peak Performance with Walter Bond
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Walter Bond is a hall of fame speaker who embodies the essence of true leadership, motivation, and relentless pursuit of success. His journey from hig...
Make the Adjustment with DJ Hillier
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
DJ tells an inspiring a story on how you can use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.c...
Truth, Transparency, and Trust for a Championship Culture with Coach Margueritte Aozasa
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In just her first season at the helm, Coach Margueritte Aozasa led UCLA to the 2022 NCAA National Championship, becoming the first rookie head coach a...
Don't Get Bitter, Get Better with DJ Hillier
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week DJ tells an inspirational and unforettable story of former NFL all-pro running back, Warrick Dunn!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Score...
Extraordinary Leadership from Ordinary Acts with Mark Sanborn
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Sanborn is a Hall of Fame Speaker, New York times best selling author, and leadership expert at High Point University. Mark’s unforgettable key...
The Power of Gratitude & Giving with DJ Hillier
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week DJ tells an inspirational story about how the power of giving!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach...
Flying Through Chaos: Mindset Lessons from a Fighter Pilot with Michelle "MACE" Curran
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle “MACE” Curran is a former United States Air Force fighter pilot with nearly 2,000 hours of F-16 flying time. She flew combat missions in ...
Work While You Wait with DJ Hillier
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
DJ tells an inspirational story on how you can use your mindset to your advantage!Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier...
Leadership Through Humor, Story, & Magic with Taylor Hughes
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Taylor Hughes is a magician, comedian, and storyteller who blends sleight of hand with heartfelt humor to create unforgettable live experiences. He’...
Your Outer Voice Becomes Their Inner Voice with DJ Hillier
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/ma...
The Power of the Process with Coach Aaron Mansfield
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Aaron Mansfield is the head volleyball coach at the University of Oklahoma, where he has quickly built a reputation as one of the brightest mind...
How to Kill Complacency with DJ Hillier
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/ma...
Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard with DJ Hillier
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week DJ shares some of the content he's been speaking about at conferences and schools around the country this summer. If you're a coa...
When Preparation Meets Purpose with DJ Hillier
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Purchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdDownload my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach Download my FREE 60 ...
From Spotlight to Support: Redefining Success in Leadership and Life with Tim Schurrer
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Schurrer is a bestselling author, leadership consultant, and expert in building high-performing teams and healthy cultures. He’s the author of T...
Commit to the Process with DJ Hillier
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/ma...
Building Character that Wins Championships with Robby Emery
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Robby Emery is a sought-after dynamic conference speaker, pastor, and Director of Character Development for the University of Michigan Football Team. ...
The Power of the Blue Button with DJ Hillier
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/ma...
The Twin Thieves: What Really Sinks Championship Teams with Lucas Jadin and Steve Jones
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lucas Jadin is a professional mindset coach, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who empowers top business leaders, educators, and elite athletes...
The Steal That Changed Everything with DJ Hillier
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/ma...
Standards Over Scoreboards: The Real Work of Culture Change with Coach Jeff Choate
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Jeff Choate is one of the most respected minds in college football — known for his passion, authenticity, and leadership on and off the field....
The Fosbury Flop with DJ Hillier
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/ma...
Chosen Suffering: The Path to Elite Performance with Coach Tom Ryan
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Tom Ryan is the head wrestling coach at The Ohio State University, where he led the Buckeyes to their first-ever NCAA team championship in 2015 ...
The Interview That Changed Everything with DJ Hillier
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/ma...
How to Speak So People Remember You with Bill McGowan
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bill McGowan is the founder and CEO of Clarity Media Group, a two time Emmy Award winner and the best selling author of Pitch Perfect. He is the top g...
The Clues in the Quiet with DJ Hillier
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/ma...
12,500 Days of Motivation: Dr. Rob Gilberts Success Hotline Journey
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Rob Gilbert is a legendary sports psychologist, professor, and performance coach who has been inspiring athletes, coaches, and leaders for over fo...
Don't Ring the Bell with DJ Hillier
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: ...
Chase What Matters and Find Joy in the Journey with Yogi Roth
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yogi Roth is a college football analyst, bestselling author, performance coach, and Emmy-nominated filmmaker who’s spent over 20 years studying what...
The Slow Harvest with DJ Hillier
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: ...
Lessons from Legends: What the Great Ones Do Differently with Don Yaeger
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Don Yaeger is an 11-time New York Times bestselling author, award-winning speaker, and longtime associate editor for Sports Illustrated. Over the past...
The Cobra Effect with DJ Hillier
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: ...
How to Coach, Parent, and Lead for Life After Sport with Coach John Tauer
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Coach John Tauer is a distinguished basketball coach at St. Thomas University with a doctorate in social psychology which provides him a unique blend ...
Walk On Greatness with DJ Hillier
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: ...
A Coaches Playbook for Psychological Safety with Amy Edmondson
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Amy Edmondson is the Professor of Leadership and Management at Harvard Business School, a world-renowned expert on psychological safety, and the p...
The Power of Showing Up
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: ...
Excellence Over Perfection with Coach Matthew Mitchell
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Matthew Mitchell is the all-time winningest coach in University of Kentucky women’s basketball history, leading the Wildcats to over 300 wins,...
The 20 Mile March with DJ Hillier
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: ...
The Secret to Building Great Teams with David Burkus
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Burkus is a highly sought-after international speaker and bestselling author. Since 2017, Burkus has been ranked multiple times as one of the wo...
Calm in the Chaos with DJ Hillier
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: ...
From Underdog to Unstoppable: How Anthony Robles Became a National Champion
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony Robles is an NCAA Division I National Wrestling Champion who achieved extraordinary success despite being born with only one leg. As one of th...
The Empty Boat with DJ Hillier
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Beyond Championships: Tim Walton on Building Athletes Who Want to Excel
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Walton is the legendary head coach of Florida Gators softball, where he has led the program to two NCAA National Championships (2014, 2015). A mem...
The Mental Reframe with DJ Hillier
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Beyond the Medals: How the Inner Game Built a Freestyle Skiing Legend with Kaya Turski
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kaya Turski is one of the most decorated freestyle skiers in X Games history, with 9 X Games medals, including 4 golds in Women’s Ski Slopestyle. A ...
Compared to What? with DJ Hillier
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How to Embrace Fear and Live a Legendary Life with Akshay Nanaviti
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Akshay Nanavati is a Marine Corps veteran, ultra-endurance athlete, explorer, and bestselling author of Fearvana - a book so impactful that it was end...
Let Them with DJ Hillier
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Worst to First: How JC Deacon Rebuilt Florida Golf into a National Champion
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
JC Deacon is the head coach of the premiere Florida Gators men’s golf team where has won multiple SEC championships and a national championship in 2...