In today’s episode, Boomer and John chat with Mike Dascal, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Changing Lives Together Foundation. In this inspiring interview, Mike shares how inviting friends to his house for drinks and a workout led to starting a non-profit. Years after his first “Beers and Burpees” event, the Changing Lives Together Foundation is changing and enriching the lives of kids with special needs and life-altering medical circumstances.

Support this incredible organization and the kids they serve.

Episode Recap:

• Mike’s Journey to starting Changing Lives Together Foundation (2:32)
• Mike’s motivation to keep going (6:07)
• Changing Lives Together Foundation Camp (9:02)
• The ripple effects of connection (11:50)
• Changing Lives Together Foundation Quarterly Outings (12:56)
• Beers and Burpees Event (15:09)
• A one million dollar dream (19:22)
• Growth through marginal gains (21:26)

About Changing Lives Together

The Foundation’s mission is to “To enrich and change the lives of special needs kids and kids with life-altering medical circumstances!” As a Foundation, we will partner with charities whose missions align with ours, host events, create experiences for kids, provide educational scholarships and make financial donations to other charities.

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Join Boomer and John as they sit down with Chad Coltrane, the CEO of Victory Junction. During this inspiring conversation, he shares the lessons he’s learned from a career in the non-profit sector and how it has shaped him as leader. Chad also shares about the upcoming Kyle Petty Ride Across America he and Boomer will embark on later this month.

Support this incredible organization and their work to provide life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun, and empowering, at no cost to children with serious illnesses.

Episode Recap:

• Introducing Chad’s work with Victory Junction (3:27)
• The role of intention and support in non-profit leadership (7:59)
• Team as a core value (10:48)
• The difference between non-profit and for-profit business leaders (13:14)
• Turning passion into purpose (15:29)
• Taking care of yourself so that you can take care of others (19:56)
• Kyle Petty Ride Across America (22:02)
• How Victory Junction supports children and their families (28:31)

About Victory Junction:

Located in the hills of Randleman, North Carolina, Victory Junction is spread across 84 acres, allowing children to do what they do best— be kids, play, imagine, make friends and enjoy the adventures and experiences of camp life.

Victory Junction enriches the lives of children with serious illnesses by providing life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun and empowering, at no cost to children or their families.

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It takes a certain level of dedication to stay motivated and focused on growth even when things get tough. For Trent McChesney, that means being proactive about finding new opportunities throughout the 2008 recession, and continuing to focus on growth even when his career is going well. In this episode, Trent talks with Boomer and John about some of the habits that help him stay motivated in his real estate career. He also explains why relationships are the key to success.

Guest Bio: A graduate of the University of North Carolina who holds a degree in economics, Trent McChesney began his real estate career in Charleston in 2005. Initially involved in the sale of new-construction homes and condominiums, he later broadened his real estate career to include property management and development roles. Prior to joining Kiawah Island Real Estate, he focused on residential brokerage and development in downtown Charleston, where he lives with his wife Carolyn, son Mac, and daughter Mimi. His involvement in the new home construction process, among other projects, has given him a deep understanding of how the new home process works, from the initial site selection through planning and construction.

Episode Recap:

• Growing up around real estate (2:17)
• Maintaining a growth mentality (5:01)
• It all comes back to relationships (7:13)
• How to stay motivated (10:45)
• Put yourself out there when things get difficult (12:58)

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It takes courage and effort to be who you truly are, but the journey is worth it. In this episode, Jayson Gaddis joins Boomer and John to talk about the work required to embrace your true self, even in the face of relational losses. Jayson also shares the lessons he’s learned about staying present with his family while running a business, and he explains why he hates small talk.

Guest Bio: Jayson Gaddis is a speaker, author, human behavior specialist and relationship expert who has devoted his life to helping people understand each other. He is the creator of Interpersonal Intelligence® and Present Centered Relationship Coaching® and has trained over 200 coaches in 11 countries. His book Getting to Zero: How to work Through Conflict In Your High Stakes Relationships was voted Editors Choice, Best non-fiction, and Best Leadership and Business book in 2021 on Amazon. Jayson is the founder of The Relationship School which aims to evolve culture and enhance communities by helping people become excellent communicators and leaders in their most important high-stakes relationships. He’s also the host of the Relationship School podcast.

Episode Recap:

• How to take conversations to a deeper level (1:13)
• You can’t be fulfilled when you’re being someone you’re not (4:14)
• It takes a journey to come back to who you are (5:57)
• People will sometimes dim or shrink themselves to maintain relationships (8:05)
• Relational loss is a natural part of growth (12:14)
• Staying present with your family while running a business (15:34)
• How to learn more from Jayson (23:37)

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Jayson Gaddis Website

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To be an entrepreneur, you need to be willing to constantly pitch yourself and your skills to the people around you. That skill is one of the key things that helped Joe Chura get to where he is today. In this episode, Joe joins Boomer and John to talk about the biggest lessons he’s learned throughout his career and the inspiration behind GO Brewing, Illinois’ first non-alcoholic taproom. Joe also explains what finding the next level means for him today.

Guest Bio:
Joe Chura is the founder of GO Brewing, the first and only non-alcoholic production with a taproom in Illinois.

Episode Recap:

• Today we’re sharing our first live podcast, from Naperville, Illinois (1:20)
• Building Illinois’ first non-alcoholic taproom (3:53)
• It’s amazing what focus can do (7:48)
• When you keep pitching yourself, doors will start to open (13:32)
• The way you speak to yourself matters (18:58)
• If you have fun with the work you’re doing, you will win (21:50)
• Look for ways to turn it off (24:08)
• Finding a new next level (29:25)

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If you want something badly enough, you’ll find the time and the discipline to make it happen. Frank Sole joins Boomer and John to talk about what hustle means to him, the importance of continually pivoting, and why your relationships at home play a key role in your success. He also shares some of the principles that he uses when coaching endurance athletes.

Guest Bio: Frank Sole is a triathlon coach and premier swim tactician for endurance athletes. He has an extensive background in working with pro triathletes, Kona qualifiers and age groupers. He easily adapts to an athlete’s talents, personality and limitations and recognizes their abilities to maximize their swimming potential. Frank is the author of The Five “B” Method to a Successful Triathlon Swim.

Episode Recap:

• When you hustle in the right area, things start to align in your favor (2:46)
• It’s not about self-reinvention, it’s about continuing to pivot (10:35)
• You need a solid foundation at home to succeed at business (16:16)
• We have a choice (22:05)
• If it’s important to you, you’ll find the time (22:57)
• More isn’t better, better is better (29:34)
• How badly do you want it? (35:53)
• Don’t ask someone to do something you wouldn’t do yourself (37:37)

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Everyone loves a highlight reel, but often people don’t realize just how much work it takes to get to the top. Corporate consultant, author, and former NFL player Leonard Wheeler joins Boomer and John to talk about some of the biggest roadblocks he faced on the way to the NFL, and how the lessons he learned there have shaped his approach to business. Leonard also explains why accountability is vital for leaders and encourages us to get comfortable with uncertainty.

Guest Bio: Entrepreneur, author, corporate consultant and former NFL player Leonard Wheeler is a natural-born communicator, dynamic storyteller and highly sought-after speaker acclaimed for his rare ability to engage, motivate and inspire audiences of all types, sizes and ages—from high school athletes to high-powered CEOs.

Episode Recap:

• Overcoming adversity to get to the next level (2:24)
• People see the highlight reel, but not what it took to get there (8:03)
• Applying NFL success to the corporate world (10:48)
• Don’t chase dreams, hunt goals (15:24)
• Getting comfortable with uncertainty (17:23)
• Allow the people around you to make you stronger (20:17)
• How to find accountability instead of yes men (22:02)
• “Let’s Go” (26:37)

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Today we're diving into how to lead your best—tapping into the unique qualities that make you the best leader for you and your team. CEO, author, and podcast host, John Eades joins Boomer and John to share some of his greatest leadership lessons, including identifying the specific action needed for the growth you want to see in yourself and those around you and why comparison isn't always a bad thing.

Guest Bio:

John is the CEO of LearnLoft, a leadership development company that helps managers and executives to lead their best. He is the author of "Building the Best" and is the host of The John Eades Podcast.

Episode Recap:

• Growing your team to grow your business (2:45)
• Looking at people as an asset vs. a mechanism (4:52)
• Providing feedback for growth (8:01)
• Growth can't be the goal (11:14)
• Why peer-to-peer mentorship doesn't work (12:31)
• Creating standards instead of rules in your organization (15:13)
• The difference between intensity and consistency (19:35)
• Balancing risk and opportunity in new ventures (22:22)
• Your eyes are the enemy of great vision (24:45)
• Leading with vulnerability as an executive leader (27:10)
• Getting comfortable being uncomfortable (32:19)
• Creating psychological safety for your team (33:39)
• Comparison isn't all bad (35:15)

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