Business EPISODES

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message One audacious night on the Mississippi may have decided the Civil War. We dive into the capture of New Orleans in 1862 and show how Farragut’s risky run past Forts Jackson and St. Philip didn’t just seize a city—it fractured the Confederacy’s map, gutted its finances, and reshaped the war’s momentum. New Orleans wasn’t just a symbol; it was the South’s engine: the largest population center, a world-class port, a shipbuilding hub, a...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message New York just elected a 34-year-old democratic socialist as mayor, and the city’s political ground shifted underfoot. We unpack the upset—how small donors, social media savvy, and an affordability-first platform overcame long odds—and then stress test each promise against law, budgets, and history. From four-year rent freezes and free buses to universal childcare and a path to a $30 minimum wage, we ask the hard question: which ide...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Unlock the secrets to executive toughness by mastering accountability, focus, and optimism in this episode of the Theory to Action podcast. What if acknowledging our inflated self-perceptions could be the key to breaking free from mediocrity? Join us as we dissect insights from Jason Selk's "Executive Toughness," exploring how embracing discomfort can supercharge your growth and align personal efforts with desired outcomes. Thi...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Ever wondered how just six minutes can transform your life? Promise yourself a flourishing future as we explore the remarkable practices from Hal Elrod's "The Miracle Morning." Join me, David Kaiser, on this BEST of MOJO Minute podcast, where I break down the SAVERS routine—Silence, Affirmations, Visualization, Exercise, Reading, and Scribing—and show you how to adapt these powerful habits even when your schedule goes haywire. ...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Unlock the secrets to unbreakable mental toughness with our latest episode featuring the best of the Mojo Minutes while David Kaiser is on a well-deserved vacation. Ever wondered what it takes to transcend pain and fear to achieve greatness? Look no further than the jaw-dropping journey of David Goggins, a former Navy SEAL who has inspired millions with his raw, unfiltered wisdom. This episode kicks off with Mojo Minute 85, unp...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Harrison Butker isn't just a placekicker for the Kansas City Chiefs; he's a cultural commentator who's kicking us awake with his piercing insights. His recent commencement address at Benedictine College isn't just a rallying cry—it's a full-on battle cry against the dissonance between proclaimed faith and public policy, a theme that resonates throughout this episode of Theory to Action. Equally, he decries not fulfilling our ...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Unlock the full potential of your aspirations with a masterclass in goal setting, as we unravel Jason Selk's expertise from his books "Executive Toughness" and "10-Minute Toughness." This episode isn't just about scribbling down dreams; it's about committing to a system that makes success nine times more likely. Join me, David Kaiser, and discover if it's laziness or something deeper that hinders our leap from theory to action....

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Peel away the layers of public perception and meet the man beneath the black robe in our latest episode, where we unravel the enigmatic figure of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Joining us is none other than Amal Thapar, whose book "The People's Justice" offers an intimate portrayal of Justice Thomas's indelible impact on the Supreme Court. Key Points from the Episode: From the corridors of the highest court to the quiet...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Explore the discipline, determination, and strategic mastery that propelled Nick Saban to the pinnacle of college football. We journey through the principles that have made him one of the most influential coaches in sports history, dissecting the famed "process" that has transformed countless lives both on and off the field. Through an engaging discussion inspired by John Talty's "The Leadership Secrets of Nick Saban," we pay t...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Ever wondered how even the fitness icons struggle with consistency? Tony Horton, the mastermind behind P90X, sheds some light on it! This episode is a revealing journey through his book 'The Big Picture,' where he admits to not always having the motivation to work out. Embark on this enlightening journey with me, your host David Kaiser, as I share snippets from the book and how it resonates with my own decade-long fitness journ...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message What if the assumptions you've held onto your entire life were steering you towards the wrong decisions? And if you're a fan of Simon Sinek, you're in for a treat. Our discussion concludes with a thought-provoking review of his books, Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action As an aside, we chat about Leaders Eat Last which gives us a fresh perspective on leadership and purpose and which we cover...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Ever wondered how to navigate the digital revolution as a CEO, small business owner, or personal development guru? We've got your answers! In this enlightening discussion, we will walk you through the big four segments of digital transformation and its strategic applications. Our guide for todays journey is Russell Haworth's impactful book, Thoughts from the Big Chair. and just like last time we took advice from Rus...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Delve into the world of digital transformation with us, drawing wisdom from Russell Haworth's impactful book, Thoughts from the Big Chair. This episode enlightens you on the critical role CEOs and board members play in ensuring their businesses are not only ready but also at the forefront of the digital revolution. If you've ever wondered about navigating the digital revolution or its impact on small businesses, this episo...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message As we close in on the first quarter of the 21st century, we ask the question, what are employers craving in their new job hires? In todays episode we answer that question with Donald Miller's excellent and educational book, Business Made Simple. Key Points from the Episode: Two candidates are up for a job promotion, which one will get the promotion?Employers invest in their employees with time, energy, money and...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message In todays episode, we continue in our quest to build a flourishing life by undersanding the value we bring to a company and how to be a good team player. Just like our previous MM, Donald Miller will guide on our journey in his very educational book, Business Made Simple. Key Points from the Episode: We go through quickly 10 days in the school of characterIn day 7, we learn the vital importanc...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message In todays episode, we pivot in our quest to build a flourishing life by taking a long look at our professional and work lives. Specifically, how do we bring value to a company as employees? Helping us along our journey as todays guide is Donald Miller and his wonderful book, Business Made Simple. Key Points from the Episode: Should a solid business education help you understand how businesses actually work?What...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Welcome to MM#208 of the Theory to Action podcast, where we're exploring the concept of "Know Thyself" as the fundamental first rule of Willpower. We have a terrific guide today—Kelly McGonigal, author of The Willpower Instinct: How Self-Control Works, Why It Matters, and What You Can Do to Get More of It. Let's dive in and learn more about the power of self-knowledge and how it can help each of us become better versions of ourse...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message In this MOJO Minute, we take a look at a very successful company on how they train and educate their employees. That company is Starbucks and our guide is Charles Duhigg from his The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do In Life and Business Key Points from the Episode: How creating a habit is tied to WillpowerDuhigg credits Starbucks executives for writing a curriculum that--in part--launched them from a small Seattle ...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Wow! Holy Smokes we made to MOJO Minute #200! ⚡️ In this look back MM, we ask you to celebrate 👏🎊🎉 with us as we reflect on 200 episodes of pure nuggets of wisdom. Sit back and enjoy this one! Key Points from the Episode: We give some behind-the-scenes stats over the past year.We count down the top all time most popular episodes as we take a victory lap!We share one small nugget of wisdom around one of the most overloo...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message In this MOJO Minute, we revisit Carol Dweck and her masterful book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Successand we ask the question, do you have CEO disease? Key Points from the Episode: For some backstory and context on Dweck's book check out MM#117Lee Iacocca during his time at Chrysler's head gives us an example of what CEO disease looks like.Jack Welch from his time at General Electric, give us an example of how to a...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message Sleep is one of the most biological functions of the human body. In MM#153, we consult with Matthew Walker, the author of Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams Key Points from the Episode: What is baseline resetting in Sleep?Did you know almost every animal species sleeps?What's the likelihood you will have the rare gene to allow you to sleep less than 7 hours a day and have a full baseline resetting...

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text Message In 2015 Kelly McGonigal authored a fantastic book, The Upside of Stress: Why Stress is Good For You and How To Get Good At It And in todays MOJO Minute, we are going to mine some excellent nuggets of wisdom out of that book Key Points from the Episode: Kelly offers us a great definition of stressThe mindset change around stressHow to use the Challenge Response to gain the upper handOther resources: Want to leave a review?...

Finally, in this episode, we conclude our week of small business nuggets of wisdom with our favorite author of the week, Pat Flynn's masterful work, Superfans: The Easy Way to Stand Out, Grow Your Tribe, and Build a Successful Business
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Jackie and her superfan journey

Kevin Kelly and the 1000 True fans Wired Article

$10K or the value of $10k could do for you?

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In this episode, we kick off a week of small business nuggets of wisdom. First with Pat Flynn's excellent work, Will It Fly? How to Test Your Next Business Idea So You Don't Waste Your Time and Money
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Notice the great analogy from an airplane to launching a successful business idea

Broadcast your idea to everyone to refine your idea, then execute, execute, execute

How I stumbled onto this idea

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