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January 26, 2024
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Blue Collar King’s Blueprint for Success: How to Create an Abundantly Fulfilled Lifestyle and Turn Your Service Business into an 8-Figure Cash Flow Machine by Matt Murray
The Blue Collar King’s Blueprint for Success: How to Create an Abundantly Fulfilled Lifestyle and Turn Your Service Business into an 8-Figure Cash Flow Machine by Matt Murray
Feeling stuck in a cycle of wanting more but not quite being able to grasp it? Not just profits and revenue, but something deeper, something more impactful?
Matt Murray is bringing something to the table that’s designed to help you achieve that “something more” that you’ve been looking for: A new book with a fresh perspective on success.
The Blue Collar King’s Blueprint for Success isn’t your average business book. Instead, Matt pulls back the curtain on the real, unfiltered challenges of running a service business in the blue-collar trades. He digs deep, going beyond the superficial advice of most business books to explore what it truly takes to create growth and success. Not just financially, but emotionally and holistically as well.
And he does it all in clear language, without any of that academic or corporate-speak nonsense that makes so many business books difficult to follow and implement in your business.
In The Blue Collar King’s Blueprint for Success, Matt walks you through his own tribulations and breakthroughs during his journey of running a commercial HVAC/R business. Most importantly, he shares the lessons learned as he grew this company from a side job to an 8-figure cash flow machine.
Matt’s narrative is relatable and his realizations profound.
He talks about hitting his limits and trying every possible method, strategy, system and advice out there to grow his business, often without success. Matt was stuck in a cycle of trial and error until he noticed the common denominator in all his endeavors: himself.
It was a tough realization, but it set him on a path of personal and professional development that transformed everything.
Through candid stories and clear, actionable advice, Matt helps you navigate through your own business journey. If you’ve found yourself stuck at a standstill, trying desperately to figure out what’s holding you back, this book is for you.
When you think about it, you see that the popular metrics of success – more sales, more money and more financial stability – are just the outer layer of what you really want. That’s why The Blue Collar King’s Blueprint for Success dives deeper so that you will also learn how to achieve the fulfillment, impact, freedom and enjoyment that we are all genuinely striving for.
It’s time to finally enjoy true success on all levels
Matt’s book is a blueprint, a systematic guide designed to help you create an environment where you, your team and your business can not only survive but truly flourish.
This book promises to be not merely a good read, but a journey. It’s a transformative experience that stems from taking a systematic approach towards your personal and professional lives.
Especially crafted for hard-working blue-collar mavericks, this book is for those unafraid to get their hands dirty, who are committed to impact-making and continuous self-improvement.
If you see value in a structured, systematic approach and are prepared to change how you navigate through your business and life, you are the person this book seeks to assist.
The questions now are: Are you ready to jump in? Are you willing to embark on this transformative journey?
Every new day brings a choice to redefine your capabilities.
You can stay where you’re at now, struggling to make your business a success and wondering why the things you really want always seem to be out of reach. Or you can choose to elevate from your status quo and dive into a change that could potentially reshape your world.
The Blue Collar King’s Blueprint for Success is meant to be your guide to navigating this change, leading you to a path of enhanced capability and success.
About the author
More than 26 years ago, Matt Murray embarked on a career in the commercial HVAC & Refrigeration industry, igniting a journey that has transformed him into the “Blue Collar King.” Today, he stands as a remarkably accomplished business owner, entrepreneur, published author, dedicated coach, and seasoned consultant. Matt’s expertise extends far beyond his technical mastery in the HVAC/R field. He is a seasoned authority in diverse realms such as mindset cultivation, personal development, leadership, strategic business growth, sales, and operational excellence.
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The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Gusta & Gusto by Lea Sakran
Gusta & Gusto by Lea Sakran
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Gusta, the rhino lady, goes through different life situations with her friend Gusto, a rhino gentleman. In its simplicity, each of the twelve chapters has a deeper meaning, with Gusta and Gusto going through humanized emotions and circumstances. However, in a fantastic “animalistic” form, touched with the breeze of charming humor, poetry, and animalistic wisdom. Timeless issues: how to live a meaningful life, stand up for yourself, learn about friendship, transmute your mindset, and train your focus on positive, empowering beliefs are themes within these stories. But also, contemporary issues are discussed: for example, Gusta’s Flamingo friend stopped flying with her feathers but is now taking the plane because the air pollution is too high. No way: Miss Flamingodream doesn’t want to risk her pink plumage fading in color or, worst case scenario, that her pink plumage turns grey. Peppered with a colorful circle of friends, there is always something to do, and when there is nothing to do, this is also an adventure. “Just jump into the refreshing mudbath and trust,” Gusta would say, and then with a promising pirouette, just flow within your creativity: for what you imagine—you create.
Gusta and Gusto are not bound to a specific age group but rather build a bridge to connect different generations and thoughts with each other. Each chapter can stand on its own and beholds a message for small and big people. Wisdom and hope are valuable ingredients offering life a special glow and, last but not least, evolving within an evident attitude. Gusta and Gusto refresh and inspire our spirit with this gentle sprinkle of salt: connecting hearts through generations.
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January 25, 2024
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Disillusioned: Five Families and the Unraveling of America’s Suburbs by Benjamin Herold
Disillusioned: Five Families and the Unraveling of America’s Suburbs by Benjamin Herold
Through the stories of five American families, a masterful and timely exploration of how hope, history, and racial denial collide in the suburbs and their schools
Outside Atlanta, a middle-class Black family faces off with a school system seemingly bent on punishing their teenage son. North of Dallas, a conservative white family relocates to an affluent suburban enclave, but can’t escape the changes sweeping the country. On Chicago’s North Shore, a multiracial mom joins an ultraprogressive challenge to the town’s liberal status quo. In Compton, California, whose suburban roots are now barely recognizable, undocumented Hispanic parents place their gifted son’s future in the hands of educators at a remarkable elementary school. And outside Pittsburgh, a Black mother moves to the same street where author Benjamin Herold grew up, then confronts the destructive legacy left behind by white families like his.
Disillusioned braids these human stories together with penetrating local and national history to reveal a vicious cycle undermining the dreams upon which American suburbia was built. For generations, upwardly mobile white families have extracted opportunity from the nation’s heavily subsidized suburbs, then moved on before the bills for maintenance and repair came due, leaving the mostly Black and Brown families who followed to clean up the ensuing mess. But now, sweeping demographic shifts and the dawning realization that endless expansion is no longer feasible are disrupting this pattern, forcing everyday families to confront a truth their communities were designed to avoid: The suburban lifestyle dream is a Ponzi scheme whose unraveling threatens us all.
How do we come to terms with this troubled history? How do we build a future in which all children can thrive? Drawing upon his decorated career as an education journalist, Herold explores these pressing debates with expertise and perspective. Then, alongside Bethany Smith—the mother from his old neighborhood, who contributes a powerful epilogue to the book—he offers a hopeful path toward renewal. The result is nothing short of a journalistic masterpiece.
About the author
Benjamin Herold explores America’s beautiful and busted public education system. His award-winning beat reporting, feature writing, and investigative exposés have appeared in Education Week, PBS NewsHour, NPR, the Hechinger Report, Huffington Post, and the Public School Notebook. Herold has a master’s degree in urban education from Temple University in Philadelphia, where he lives with his family.
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The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Discover the True Value of Your Life Insurance with Life Insurance Settlements
Discover the True Value of Your Life Insurance with Life Insurance Settlements
Show Notes
About the Guest(s):
Mark Mrky is a co-founder of Life Insurance Settlements Inc. With over 23 years of experience in the life settlement industry, Mark is an expert in helping seniors discover the true value of their life insurance policies. He is passionate about educating individuals on the concept of life settlements and the financial benefits they can provide.
Rob Haynie is the Managing Director of Life Insurance Settlements Inc. With 30 years of experience in the industry, Rob has extensive knowledge of the life settlement market. He is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the process of selling their life insurance policies and maximizing their financial options.
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Chris Voss interviews Mark Mrky and Rob Haynie from Life Insurance Settlements Inc. They discuss the concept of life settlements and how individuals can discover the true value of their life insurance policies. Mark and Rob explain how life settlements work, the benefits they offer, and why they are often a better option than surrendering or letting a policy lapse. They also address common misconceptions about life settlements and highlight the potential financial opportunities they provide for seniors. This episode serves as an informative guide for anyone considering selling their life insurance policy.
Key Takeaways:
Life settlements offer a viable option for individuals who no longer need or can afford their life insurance policies.
The life settlement market is a robust secondary market where institutional investors purchase life insurance policies from policyholders.
On average, life settlement offers are two to seven times higher than the cash surrender value offered by insurance carriers.
Life settlements can provide seniors with a significant cash payout that can be used for various purposes, such as healthcare expenses or retirement planning.
It is essential for individuals to explore the option of a life settlement and consult with professionals to determine the best course of action for their specific situation.
Notable Quotes:
“If you no longer need, no longer want, or can’t afford your life insurance policy, you have an option called a life settlement.” – Mark Mrky
“Life settlements are a way to put life back into life insurance and take advantage of the premiums you’ve paid all those years.” – Rob Haynie
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January 23, 2024
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Building Resilience for Hybrid Success: Anchored in Adaptability by Raymond D. Kemp Sr.
Building Resilience for Hybrid Success: Anchored in Adaptability by Raymond D. Kemp Sr.
Unlock the power of resilience with “Building Resilience for a Hybrid Success: Anchored in Adaptability” – a game-changing guide by Raymond Kemp, a retired Navy Fleet Master Chief. Dive into the proven strategies drawn from his three decades of molding resilient service members.
Building resilience in your organization is about mastering the basics, and it’s simpler than you think, transcending gender, generation, and ethnicity. Let Kemp’s legacy of transformation inspire you to empower your team for unshakable success.
Get ready to lead with unwavering adaptability and take your organization to extraordinary heights.
Cultivate loyalty and tenacity within teams
Harness attitude, belief, and character for leader development
Construct a robust leadership pipeline
Embrace self-leadership for personal and team growth
Foster collaboration, accountability, and delegation
Champion open communication and visionary leadership
Embody authenticity and celebrate collective success
Ignite your leadership journey with Kemp’s sage counsel, and empower your teams for resounding success. Grab your copy now and embark on a transformative path of leadership excellence.
Raymond D. Kemp, Sr., an American patriot appointed by President Biden to serve on the American Battle Monuments Commission, embodies leadership in every sense of the word. With a lauded 33-year career in the U.S. Navy, he shattered glass ceilings to retire as the first Black person selected to the position of Fleet Master Chief of Naval Forces Europe and Africa. His resilience against all odds has been acknowledged by the Office of the President of the United States and is reflected in his numerous awards, including the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medals, and the Navy Combat Action Ribbon.
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The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Rise Above the Story: Free Yourself from Past Trauma and Create the Life You Want by Karena Kilcoyne
Rise Above the Story: Free Yourself from Past Trauma and Create the Life You Want by Karena Kilcoyne
What do we do when the pain of the past is too much to bear? When trauma and shame overwhelm us? When we feel empty and worthless despite our success and daily triumphs?
We rise above our story.
Before Karena Kilcoyne was a successful criminal defense attorney, trauma defined her early life. Her mother tried to give her away at birth. Her father went to a federal penitentiary when she was 12, leaving the family poverty-stricken and Karena to care for her siblings and her mentally unstable mother. After her mother died, she adopted her 9-year-old brother and graduated from law school at the age of 24. She fought for the freedom of others while imprisoning herself in self-doubt, depression, and anxiety. Existing only in survival mode, she repeatedly recounted the stories she’d written about herself: that she would never be enough, that she could never be happy.
In Rise Above the Story, Karena shares with raw vulnerability how she rose above her stories of abandonment, worthlessness, and shame. She’ll help you let go of your own past by embracing every beautiful, imperfect piece of yourself—no matter what your story looks like. She’ll teach you how to:
Acknowledge your story. Identify the story that’s limiting your life.
Release your story. Discover how your story took over your life by unearthing your repressed fear and shame.
Rise above your story. Explore how your hardships can serve you and learn how to finally love yourself unconditionally.
Rising above your story will empower you to live the life of your dreams. Karena’s beautifully simple, yet powerful, formula offers emotional freedom and unfettered joy when you’re ready to embrace the vibrant, worthy, and lovable person you truly are.
Your past doesn’t define you—you do. It’s time to rise above your story and live the authentic life you deserve.
About the author
Karena Kilcoyne is a former trial lawyer who specialized in criminal defense, including complex white collar criminal and civil litigation in federal and state courts. Later in her practice, she worked as in-house counsel for a publicly traded worldwide manufacturing company.
Karena now passionately shares her own personal story of trauma and healing. Through vivid, evocative, and transparent storytelling, she teaches others how to rise above their own stories and find true peace and emotional freedom. She shares these powerful ideas through video and personal posts on Facebook and Instagram. Karena also corresponds regularly with the subscribers of her email newsletter.
When she’s not helping others rise above their stories, she’s curating a colorful life full of books and art from far-flung places. Karena lives in Florida with her husband David and their furry son Irwin.
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January 22, 2024
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Fluke: Chance, Chaos, and Why Everything We Do Matters by Brian Klaas
Fluke: Chance, Chaos, and Why Everything We Do Matters by Brian Klaas
Want to know what chaos theory can teach us about human events? In the perspective-altering tradition of Malcolm Gladwell’s The Tipping Point and Nassim Nicholas Taleb’s The Black Swan comes a provocative challenge to how we think our world works—and why small, chance events can divert our lives and change everything, by social scientist and Atlantic writer Brian Klaas.
If you could rewind your life to the very beginning and then press play, would everything turn out the same? Or could making an accidental phone call or missing an exit off the highway change not just your life, but history itself? And would you remain blind to the radically different possible world you unknowingly left behind?
In Fluke, myth-shattering social scientist Brian Klaas dives deeply into the phenomenon of random chance and the chaos it can sow, taking aim at most people’s neat and tidy storybook version of reality. The book’s argument is that we willfully ignore a bewildering truth: but for a few small changes, our lives—and our societies—could be radically different.
Offering an entirely new lens, Fluke explores how our world really works, driven by strange interactions and apparently random events. How did one couple’s vacation cause 100,000 people to die? Does our decision to hit the snooze button in the morning radically alter the trajectory of our lives? And has the evolution of humans been inevitable, or are we simply the product of a series of freak accidents?
Drawing on social science, chaos theory, history, evolutionary biology, and philosophy, Klaas provides a brilliantly fresh look at why things happen—all while providing mind-bending lessons on how we can live smarter, be happier, and lead more fulfilling lives.
About The Author:
Brian Klaas grew up in Minnesota, earned his DPhil at Oxford, and is now a professor of global politics at University College London. He is a contributing writer for The Atlantic, host of the award-winning Power Corrupts podcast, and frequent guest on national television. Klaas has conducted field research across the globe and advised major politicians and organizations including NATO and the European Union. You can find him at BrianPKlaas.com and on Twitter @BrianKlaas
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The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Exploring the Challenges Men Face in Leadership and Society
Exploring the Challenges Men Face in Leadership and Society
Show Notes
About the Guest(s):
Bodhi Aldridge is a father, grandfather, lawyer, coach, and facilitator who is on a mission to help men rediscover their magnificence. With a commitment to self-development and lifelong learning, Bodhi has studied traditional teachings and contemporary leadership development to bring these teachings to other men. He guides men to develop presence, open their hearts, and integrate their masculine and feminine energy. Bodhi lives near the beach in Brian Bay with his wife of 40 years, four children, and ten grandchildren.
Episode Summary:
In this episode, host Chris Voss interviews Bodhi Aldridge, author of the book “Visionary Male Leaders.” They discuss the changing landscape of leadership and what it means to be a man in leadership today. Bodhi explains the concept of masculine and feminine energy and how men can integrate these energies to become effective leaders. They also explore the challenges men face in finding a sense of belonging and purpose, and how to navigate these issues in today’s society.
Key Takeaways:
Leadership is about influence, and men can be leaders in various aspects of their lives, including their families, communities, and businesses.
Masculine and feminine energy are not based on gender, but rather on certain traits and qualities. Men can access both masculine and feminine traits to become well-rounded leaders.
Many women have had to adopt masculine traits to succeed in the business world, but they often struggle to maintain their femininity. It is important for women to find a balance between their masculine and feminine energies.
The traditional model of leadership, based on power and control, is changing. Organizations are realizing the importance of diversity and inclusion, embracing different perspectives and traits.
Men need a sense of belonging and purpose to thrive. Many men struggle with these issues, especially in mid-life, and it is important to create spaces where men can explore their masculinity and find their purpose.
Notable Quotes:
“Leadership is about influence. We all have the ability to influence the people around us, whether it’s in our families, our communities, or our businesses.” – Bodhi Aldridge
“Masculine and feminine energy are not about gender. They are about certain traits and qualities that we all possess to varying degrees.” – Bodhi Aldridge
“Women often struggle to maintain their femininity in the business world because they have been told they need to adopt masculine traits to succeed.” – Bodhi Aldridge
“Men need a sense of belonging and purpose to thrive. It’s important for men to find their tribe and discover their unique purpose in life.” – Bodhi Aldridge
“The traditional model of leadership, based on power and control, is changing. Organizations are realizing the importance of diversity and inclusion.” – Bodhi Aldridge
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January 21, 2024
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – 31 Days to Become a Better Man: Level Up in All Areas of Your Life! y Joel Gandara
31 Days to Become a Better Man: Level Up in All Areas of Your Life! y Joel Gandara
The definition of masculinity has been evolving in recent years, with men today having lower average testosterone levels and weaker handshakes compared to previous generations. However, being a good man is not solely about physical strength, but also about fulfilling one’s responsibilities towards family, spouse, and society with sincerity and determination.
This book is not about weightlifting or steroid use, it’s about striving towards being a man of one’s word and pursuing one’s goals with passion.
Join a community of men who are reclaiming their lives and becoming the best versions of themselves.
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The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Maximize Your Google Business Profile with Marilyn Jenkins’ New Book
Maximize Your Google Business Profile with Marilyn Jenkins’ New Book
Show Notes
About the Guest(s):
Marilyn Jenkins is the CEO of MJ Media Group, LLC, and the founder of Law Marketing Zone. With over a decade of experience in digital marketing for local businesses, Marilyn helps her clients harness the power of Google to grow their businesses. She has helped numerous clients reach seven figures in revenue and achieve 5x to 14x ROI for their marketing efforts.
Episode Summary:
Welcome to The Chris Boss Show, where the host brings on the smartest people in the world to discuss topics ranging from CEOs and authors to thought leaders and visionaries. In this episode, Marilyn Jenkins, CEO of MJ Media Group, LLC, and founder of Law Marketing Zone, joins the show to discuss the power of Google Business Profiles (GBP) and how local businesses can maximize their online presence. Marilyn shares insights from her book, “Google Business Profile Training Guide,” and explains how businesses can use GBP to drive traffic to their websites and increase phone calls to their offices. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive online reputation and provides best practices for managing GBP effectively.
Key Takeaways:
Google Business Profiles (GBP) are free business listings on Google that can significantly impact a local business’s online visibility.
Maximizing a GBP involves claiming and verifying the profile, filling it out with accurate information, and consistently updating it with photos, videos, and posts.
GBP can drive traffic to a website and increase phone calls by providing potential customers with essential information and engaging content.
Connecting GBP to Google Ads can enhance the performance of paid digital ads and improve visibility in local searches.
Maintaining a positive online reputation involves responding to reviews, both positive and negative, in a professional and timely manner.
Notable Quotes:
“It’s surprising how many people don’t realize the power of their Google Business Profile. They think it’s just for reviews.” – Marilyn Jenkins
“By maximizing your Google Business Profile, you can be found whenever people search for you locally.” – Marilyn Jenkins
“The more information you give on your Google Business Profile, the more often you’re going to show up in searches.” – Marilyn Jenkins
“Running Facebook ads is a great way to get your business out there and engage with potential customers.” – Marilyn Jenkins
“Google is moving towards zero-click searches, where they provide the answer directly on the search results page. Maximizing your GBP can help you take advantage of this trend.” – Marilyn Jenkins
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