• The Legacy Behind the Legend-Squanto
    Nov 5 2025

    In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, we uncover the remarkable story of a man who bridged two worlds and turned tragedy into legacy. Discover how one voice of courage and compassion helped two nations survive, and what his journey can teach you about leadership, integrity, and resilience. This is the untold legacy of Squanto—The Interpreter.

    Check out more at www.Quest-Success.com and begin your own Quest for Success.

    Learn More:

    1. Bradford, William. Of Plymouth Plantation, 1620–1647.

    2. Mann, Charles C. 1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus.

    3. Philbrick, Nathaniel. Mayflower: A Story of Courage, Community, and War.

    4. National Museum of the American Indian – "Squanto and the Wampanoag."

    5. Smithsonian Magazine – "The Real Story of Squanto."

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    6 Min.
  • The Problem With Being Nice
    Nov 3 2025

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    Are you constantly saying "yes" when you want to say "no"? Do you find yourself overwhelmed, overlooked, and underappreciated, despite being the "nice one"? In this episode, we dig into the real problem with being too nice and what to do instead. You'll uncover how people-pleasing sabotages your leadership potential and why kindness without boundaries drains your energy, derails your goals, and keeps you stuck in the background.

    Using the classic 80s film Revenge of the Nerds as a surprisingly perfect illustration, Dr. Jerry Cunningham shares psychological research, leadership strategies, and real-life insights to help you stop being a doormat and start leading with confidence.

    If you're ready to stop being liked and start being respected—press play.

    Want to go deeper? Check out these resources:

    1. Deci & Ryan (2000) – Self-Determination Theory: The Psychology of Motivation

    2. Newman, Susan (2011) – The Book of No

    3. Cloud, Henry (2008) – Integrity: The Courage to Meet the Demands of Reality

    4. Harvard Business Review (2023) – "Why Too Much Agreeableness Can Hold You Back"

    5. Grant, Adam (2013) – Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success

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    17 Min.
  • Leadership Lessons from Horror Movie Icons
    Oct 30 2025

    Ready for a leadership lesson with a twist of horror? In this special Halloween edition of the Quest for Success Podcast, we're pulling back the coffin lid on four classic monsters, Freddy Krueger, Count Dracula, Dr. Frankenstein, and Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, to reveal the surprising leadership insights hiding beneath the blood and shadows.

    This isn't your typical leadership talk. It's light, a little spooky, and packed with practical takeaways. You'll learn how to:

    • Control the atmosphere like Freddy

    • Lead with presence like Dracula

    • Build responsibly like Frankenstein

    • And master your inner self like Dr. Jekyll

    Because even monsters have something to teach us… if we're brave enough to look.

    Hit play and discover what these icons can teach you about influence, resilience, and legacy—just in time for Halloween.

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    Further Reading / Resources:

    1. Monsters You Should Know by Emma SanCartier

    2. Leadership in the Shadows by Kyle Lamb

    3. Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy Cuddy

    4. The Art of War by Sun Tzu (because even Dracula would've had this on his shelf)

    5. Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (the original leadership cautionary tale)

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    19 Min.
  • Stingy Jack — The Legacy Behind the Lantern
    Oct 29 2025

    🎃 Halloween Special: "Stingy Jack — The Legacy Behind the Lantern" 🎃

    This Halloween, journey with Dr. Jerry Cunningham on The Quest for Success as we uncover the haunting tale of a man whose cleverness outwitted even the Devil, but cost him everything. Known only as Stingy Jack, his story isn't just a ghostly legend, it's a timeless lesson about integrity, greed, and the price of living without light. Discover how one man's choices gave birth to one of the world's most famous Halloween symbols and what his story still teaches us about leadership and legacy today.

    Tune in, if you dare, and learn how not to lose your way in the dark.

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    References for Further Reading:

    1. "The Legend of Stingy Jack" – History.com

    2. "Why We Carve Pumpkins at Halloween" – Smithsonian Magazine

    3. "Irish Folklore and the Origins of Jack O'Lanterns" – National Geographic

    4. "The Moral Lessons Behind Folklore" – BBC Culture

    5. "Integrity in Leadership" – Harvard Business Review

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    7 Min.
  • Schrödinger's Cat and the Science of Success
    Oct 27 2025

    Your goals right now? They're just like Schrödinger's cat—alive and dead at the same time… until you decide to take action. In this episode of Quest for Success, Dr. Jerry Cunningham breaks down how a physics thought experiment can transform the way you lead, live, and chase success. You'll learn how uncertainty can actually be your greatest advantage, how belief and persistence "collapse" potential into results, and why leaders, who act before they have all the answers and they win more often.

    If you've ever felt stuck waiting for the "perfect moment" to start, this episode will help you open the box, face the risk, and finally take bold action. You'll walk away with practical steps to strengthen your mindset, build confidence, and lead with clarity in every area of life.

    Start your journey at www.Quest-Success.com and open the next box on your path to greatness.

    Learn More:

    1. Bandura, A. (1997). Self-Efficacy: The Exercise of Control. W.H. Freeman.

    2. Gollwitzer, P. M. (1999). Implementation Intentions: Strong Effects of Simple Plans. American Psychologist.

    3. Ericsson, K. A. et al. (1993). The Role of Deliberate Practice in the Acquisition of Expert Performance. Psychological Review.

    4. The American College of Sports Medicine (2021). Physical Activity Guidelines and Benefits.

    5. The Gottman Institute. Research on Communication and Relationship Health.

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    16 Min.
  • The Bible and The Money Bag
    Oct 23 2025

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    You've heard it before: "Money is the root of all evil." But what if that's not what the Bible actually says?

    In this power-packed episode of the Quest for Success podcast, Dr. Jerry Cunningham pulls back the curtain on faith, finances, and leadership and helps you stop feeling guilty about wanting to grow your income, your influence, and your impact.

    You'll learn what Jesus really taught about money, how to apply the parable of the talents to your business and life, and why being broke doesn't make you holy and being wealthy doesn't make you wicked. We'll also unpack a classic scene from Wall Street, look at the psychology of scarcity vs. stewardship, and explore how "iron sharpens iron" in your financial decisions.

    This episode is not just about building wealth. It's about building legacy.

    Hit play to realign your mindset, your money, and your mission—God's way.

    Want to dive deeper? Here are a few great resources to explore:

    1. The Blessed Life by Robert Morris

    2. Business Secrets from the Bible by Rabbi Daniel Lapin

    3. The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

    4. Matthew 25:14-30 (Parable of the Talents)

    5. Proverbs 13:22, Luke 12:15, and 1 Timothy 6:10 – Key Bible verses on wealth & stewardship

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    27 Min.
  • The Legacy of the Salem Witch Trials
    Oct 22 2025

    Step back into 1692… when fear ruled the courtroom, truth lost its footing, and neighbors turned against neighbors. But this Halloween, we're not just telling ghost stories, we're uncovering leadership lessons buried in the ashes of Salem.

    In this special Quest for Success episode, Dr. Jerry Cunningham reveals how the infamous witch trials mirror the "modern-day witch hunts" we see in workplaces, social media, and culture today. You'll discover what real leaders do when the crowd screams for judgment and how to hold on to truth, integrity, and courage when fear takes the microphone.

    Listen now and learn how the Salem story can sharpen your mental strength, moral compass, and faith in the face of today's hysteria.

    Visit www.Quest-Success.com to continue your own journey on the path toward leadership and legacy.

    Learn More:
    1. The Salem Witch Trials: A Day-by-Day Chronicle of a Community Under Siege — Marilynne K. Roach

    2. In the Devil's Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692 — Mary Beth Norton

    3. A Delusion of Satan: The Full Story of the Salem Witch Trials — Frances Hill

    4. The Crucible — Arthur Miller (a timeless look at hysteria and moral courage)

    5. Smithsonian Magazine — "What Caused the Salem Witch Trials?"

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    10 Min.
  • Morning Routines of Mentally Strong People
    Oct 20 2025

    Your alarm goes off and before your feet hit the floor, you're already stressed. Sound familiar? In this episode of Quest for Success, Dr. Jerry Cunningham breaks down why most morning routines fail and how mentally strong leaders flip the script.

    You'll learn the psychological traps that sabotage your mornings (like ego depletion and attentional residue), the science-backed habits that high performers swear by, and how to start your day with clarity instead of chaos. This isn't about waking up at 4AM or chugging celery juice, It's about building a routine that makes you a better leader, parent, and decision-maker.

    If your mornings have been a mess, this episode will challenge you...in the best way possible.
    Let's help you stop reacting and start leading.

    Listen now, and visit www.Quest-Success.com for more tools to help you lead well, live strong, and build success that lasts.

    Want to dig deeper? Start here:

    1. Baumeister, R. F., & Tierney, J. (2011). Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength.

    2. Leroy, S. (2009). "Why Is It So Hard to Do My Work?" Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes.

    3. Gollwitzer, P. M. (1999). "Implementation intentions." American Psychologist.

    4. Newport, C. (2016). Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World.

    5. Duhigg, C. (2012). The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business.

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    19 Min.