Month: October 2025

Build Bigger Futures with Chris Johnson (Ep. 92)

Build Bigger Futures with Chris Johnson (Ep. 92)

What does it take to dream big, stay grateful, and turn ideas into real-world success? 

In this episode of The Dream Architect Life, Bryan Sweet sits down with serial entrepreneur and Shark Tank alum Chris Johnson, whose journey spans teen dance clubs, a Hollywood talent agency, the Rapid Ramen Cooker, and now an AI-powered hiring platform.

Chris, founder of Passive Candidate Pro AI, shares the philosophy that shaped his life, the practices that keep him grounded and moving forward: daily prayer, gratitude journaling, and vision setting. Tune in as he also opens up about the lessons learned from failures, the pitfalls of hiring, and why uncertainty is the space where growth happens.

Their conversation is equal parts practical and inspiring, perfect for anyone ready to rethink how they dream, set goals, and live with purpose.

Key highlights include:

  • The “two dreams” philosophy that his father instilled early on
  • His system of “moment goals” and vision boards that become reality boards
  • Lessons from failure, including costly hiring mistakes, and how to extract growth from setbacks
  • Why gratitude, family, and faith are the true oxygen that sustain him
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Chris Johnson is an entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Passive Candidate Pro. Known for his Shark Tank-featured consumer products company, Rapid Brands, Chris has spent two decades in recruiting and business building. Today, he helps companies harness AI to find and hire top talent while encouraging individuals to dream bigger, operationalize their goals, and live with gratitude.

The opinions voiced in The Dream Architect Life Podcast with Bryan Sweet and Brittany Anderson are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine what may be appropriate for you, consult with your attorney, accountant, financial or tax advisor prior to investing. Guests on the show are not affiliated with CWM, LLC. Investment advisory services offered through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors.

Dreaming Beyond Fear: Peter Maller on Redefining Success and Life’s Next Chapter (Ep. 91)

Dreaming Beyond Fear: Peter Maller on Redefining Success and Life’s Next Chapter (Ep. 91)

Life transitions can feel daunting, even after years of success. How do you move from a thriving career into a new chapter filled with meaning, purpose, and balance?

In this episode, Bryan Sweet welcomes Peter Maller, a South Africa–born tennis player turned top financial advisor, who shares how he built an extraordinary career and then made the courageous choice to step into a life beyond business.

Peter discusses:

  • Overcoming fear by leaning into discomfort and embracing growth
  • Why values and respect shaped his approach to leadership and client relationships
  • The role of health, longevity, and purpose in navigating retirement transitions
  • How accountability, reading, and community have guided his next chapter
  • And more.

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About Our Guest:

Peter Maller is a retired financial advisor who spent 35 years building one of the most respected practices in his firm. Originally from South Africa, Peter came to the U.S. on a tennis scholarship and later transitioned into financial services. Known for his values-driven leadership and relationship-focused client work, Peter now devotes his time to family, travel, mentorship, and giving back to his community.

The opinions voiced in The Dream Architect Life Podcast with Bryan Sweet and Brittany Anderson are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine what may be appropriate for you, consult with your attorney, accountant, financial or tax advisor prior to investing. Guests on the show are not affiliated with CWM, LLC. Investment advisory services offered through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors.