Tag: Mindset

REPLAY: Navigating Uncertainty and Adversity In The Current Age

REPLAY: Navigating Uncertainty and Adversity In The Current Age

It’s time to hit replay on an episode that covers an increasingly relevant topic in today’s digital age: uncertainty and adversity.

Fear can paralyze us and prevent us from achieving our dreams. That’s why we want to share these practical steps on focusing on what you CAN control, using visualization, and seeking positive influences to stay motivated. 

By tuning in, gain clarity on:

  • Focusing on what you can control and what you can do to reduce fear and anxiety
  • Surrounding yourself with positive influences and limiting exposure to negative media
  • Take small, actionable steps toward your dreams, like researching travel destinations or talking to professionals
  • How visualization can be a powerful tool in staying motivated and excited about your future

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Rewiring Your Brain for Post-Retirement Happiness With Brian Grasso (Ep.62)

Rewiring Your Brain for Post-Retirement Happiness With Brian Grasso (Ep.62)

Understanding the real mechanics behind mindset and how to control it instead of letting it control you can lead to meaningful, lasting change.

Come along as Brittany Anderson is joined by elite performance coach, Brian Grasso. Together they delve into how understanding the mechanics of mindset—beyond just positive thinking—can redefine your approach to life’s transitions like retirement or selling a business. 

Learn practical tools for creating a new self-identity, overcoming imposter syndrome, and sustaining your breakthrough moments.

Top takeaways include:

  • How Mindset is more than just positive thinking; it’s about understanding brain science
  • Why creating a new avatar for yourself can help your brain adapt to new life phases
  • Imposter Syndrome and ways to manage it effectively
  • How to master sustainable mindset habits 
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

An 18-year veteran of the sports training industry, Brian worked as a High-Performance Coach for the National Team and professional and Olympic athletes worldwide. He founded the largest youth development educational organizations in the industry, serving as its CEO for nearly 8 years, and co-created one of the fastest-growing sport and fitness franchises in the United States along with it. 

He has guest lectured and keynoted at governmental and private associations around the world, including Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, the Czech Republic, and throughout North America. Brian authored “The Audacity of Success”, co-authored the bestseller “Total Body Transformation”, wrote and co-produced the landmark short film “Life by Numbers” and has written for magazines around the globe, including Men’s Fitness, Inked, and Bulace. 

His most recent book is called “Mindset Matters Most” and was listed as #1 on the “Personal Development” section at Amazon for a period of 7 weeks after its release. Together with his wife, Carrie Campbell, Brian co-hosted the award-winning livestream, “Brian & Carrie – In the Morning” as well as “Eliminate Your Limits – with Brian & Carrie” which airs in syndication on SiriusXM. 

He currently serves as the Chief Culture Officer for Metaplexus, as well as the Faculty Director for its subsidiary, Virtu Academy. Brian holds a religiously accredited PhD in Pastoral Counseling and currently works as a Business & High-Performance Consultant for several well-known brands in the health and wellness space, working directly with C-Suite Executives. On a personal level, Brian is a competitive powerlifter and holds 2 Arizona State Records in both Squat and Bench Press. For a span of 12 years, he worked as a bodyguard for several A-List celebrities.

The Power of Community and Collaboration with Brooke Casanovas (Ep.59)

The Power of Community and Collaboration with Brooke Casanovas (Ep.59)

As the founder and CEO of The Last Mastermind, Brooke Casanovas empowers seasoned entrepreneurs to navigate significant transitions in their business and personal lives. She provides them with the clarity they need and connects them to a supportive community, helping them confidently embrace their next big chapter.

Listen as Bryan Sweet interviews Brooke about The Last Mastermind’s role as a pivotal, life-changing platform for those on the verge of new beginnings. Whether you’re transitioning from a successful career into retirement or simply seeking your next passion project, this conversation provides insights into harnessing your experiences toward a fulfilling future.

Key discussion points include: 

  • What causes people to get in their own way and feel stuck
  • What makes any mastermind group highly productive and beneficial (i.e., where the magic happens)
  • Living in alignment with your values while keeping an open mind to new possibilities
  • Why transitions are a great time to self-reflect and think about your wildest dreams
  • Bryan’s personal experience going through The Last Mastermind program
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Brooke is a long-time gatherer, president of her niece and nephew’s fan club, and has been in the entrepreneurship world for almost a decade. Her favorite thing to do is to strip the human capital out of a room and make magic with it to bless other people’s lives. She especially loves helping seasoned entrepreneurs who are in transition in business and life, find clarity and community to do their next act with. She is the founder and CEO of the Last Mastermind.

REPLAY: Creating an Even Bigger Future Than Envisioned With Amber Knips, CFP®, CDFA®, CeFT® (Ep. 58)

REPLAY: Creating an Even Bigger Future Than Envisioned With Amber Knips, CFP®, CDFA®, CeFT® (Ep. 58)

Something every financial planner dreams about doing is helping their retirees achieve a far better retirement than they had ever hoped for.

Our guest, Amber Knips has a lot of experience doing just that.

In this episode, Brittany Anderson chats with Amber Knips, wealth advisor at Sweet Financial, about the biggest obstacles modern-day retirees face and what strategies they can use to mitigate these struggles, both financial and mental.

Amber discusses: 

  • Where she sees retirees getting the most ‘stuck’ and what modern-day obstacles they face the most 
  • How she uses “fear mitigation” with retirees when they are afraid of overspending (and the risk of inexperience because of this fear)
  • What does dreaming big mean to her and how does this mentality apply to retirees like you
  • How to apply the 50/50 retirement approach – the misconception that retirement is either full-time traveling or full-time doing nothing at home
  • And more

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About Amber Knips:

Amber helps people see possibility through life’s greatest and most challenging transitions.  She is someone who has total passion and conviction for what she does. Using her empathetic and sincere approach, she has made it her mission to build deepened relationships with her clients all while helping them cultivate a financial plan that helps them focus on what they most enjoy. After joining the team at Sweet Financial Partners in 2012, Amber has gained extensive experience and training in guiding women through transitions such as the loss of a loved one, divorce, career change, retirement, and much more. You only experience these life transitions a few times during your lifetime, but she helps people through them every day.

REPLAY: How To Better Discover Your Value (Ep.56)

REPLAY: How To Better Discover Your Value (Ep.56)

Life often becomes a whirlwind, leaving us feeling overwhelmed with countless interests and commitments.

But what if we shifted our perspective? Instead of trying to juggle everything, focus on a select few things you’re truly committed to.

In this replay, Bryan Sweet and Brittany Anderson delve into the process of defining your next life phase. Discover how aligning with your values and passions can shape your journey forward.

Bryan and Brittany discuss: 

  • The value of knowing the difference between being interested in something versus truly committing to it
  • The concept of “pick three” 
  • Benefits of a supportive network that understands and encourages your pursuits
  • Real experiences of taking action and having a positive mindset
  • And more

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Gaining A High-Performance Edge With Dr. Cindra Kamphoff (Ep.55)

Gaining A High-Performance Edge With Dr. Cindra Kamphoff (Ep.55)

Whether one is harnessing resilience and confidence in the realms of athletics or the professional sphere, it’s crucial not to overlook the significant influence they wield.

As a mindset coach and accomplished author, Cindra Kamphoff imparts invaluable wisdom on mental conditioning for athletes, emphasizes the importance of present-moment awareness, and introduces practical tools such as the “truth meter” to counter negative thinking patterns. With a notable track record of assisting esteemed sports organizations like the Minnesota Vikings and the American Olympic Track & Field team in conquering self-doubt and dispelling limiting beliefs, Cindra convincingly demonstrates her mastery in cultivating high-performance mindsets.

Join host Brittany Anderson as she chats with Cindra about handling pressure using techniques like “pop the pressure,” and the universal application of these strategies in life transitions and facing skeptics. Sandra also teases her upcoming book on confidence, differentiating the feeling from the skill. 

Top Take-Aways Include:

  • Transitioning from athlete to coach & mastering the high-performance mindset
  • Applying an athletic mindset to personal challenges
  • How to handle pressure like an Olympian
  • Defying the naysayers using the “Watch me” mentality
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Cindra Kamphoff, Ph.D., CMPC, PCC, is an award-winning keynote speaker and certified professional coach for leaders, professional athletes, and championship teams. Her clients range from Verizon Wireless, Target, and Walmart to the Minnesota Vikings. She has provided mental training for the Minnesota Vikings for the last four years, working one-on-one with the players. Cindra worked with the United States Olympic Track and Field team in Tokyo working with the athletes one-on-one to help them train their minds.

She is the author of an Amazon bestseller, Beyond Grit: Ten Powerful Practices to Gain the High-Performance Edge, and a recent second book, Beyond Grit for Business: How to Boost Performance, Leadership, and the Bottomline. Her podcast, The High-Performance Mindset podcast, has over 3 million downloads and is ranked in the top 100 podcasts where she interviews thought leaders about mindset. She is a proud Minnesotan and lives in Mankato with her husband and two teenage boys.

Mindset Makeover With Dr. Kevin Kremer (Ep.54)

Mindset Makeover With Dr. Kevin Kremer (Ep.54)

Feeling like you’re not growing personally or professionally anymore? It may be time for a mindset makeover.

Brittany Anderson talks with Dr. Kevin Kremer, a dentist who is also a leadership mentor. They discuss Dr. Kremer’s journey and his upcoming book “Quantum Accountability,” which explores the importance of mindset in achieving success. 

This episode is a blend of personal growth advice and professional insights, aiming to inspire you to think bigger and positively contribute to the world!

Discussion points include:

  • Kevin’s experience with the intersection of mindset and wealth
  • Aligning your career with your values
  • Finding good mentors for both your professional and personal growth
  • The process of harmonizing your thoughts, actions, and feelings
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Beginning his career as a dentist, after being elected into the national dental honor society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon, Dr. Kremer has dedicated the last 20+ years to providing the Chico community with exceptional dental care, specializing in Full Mouth Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry.

Dr. Kremer’s commitment to excellence is exemplified by a multitude of continuing education certifications including Diplomat status in the International Dental Implant Association and Fellowship status in the ICOI, placing him among the top 2% of dentists nationwide. As an entrepreneurial second-generation dentist, Dr. Kremer has successfully completed 8 Mergers and Acquisitions.

Driven by his passion for leadership and impact, Dr. Kremer takes pride in coaching and mentoring other doctors and businesses through the Kremer Leadership Institute. He is a speaker, advisor, and mentor. The vision of Kremer Leadership Institute is to provide knowledge, leadership, and inspiration to help dentists grow and achieve new levels of excellence.

Fostering Recovery From Addiction Using Music With Andrew Sossin (Ep.50)

Fostering Recovery From Addiction Using Music With Andrew Sossin (Ep.50)

You probably know somebody or have somebody in your life who you’ve watched suffer and struggle with addiction. It’s so prevalent in our society today and our guest Andrew Sossin wants to share how he is combating it.

In this episode, Brittany Anderon invites Andrew Sossin to discuss his journey from various professional fields to founding his own addiction treatment center, Recovery Unplugged. 

The center uses music therapy in conjunction with evidence-based psychiatry and psychology to connect with clients and provide effective treatment. Andrew also discusses the success rate of their program, the importance of fostering a culture of open communication, and the challenges they faced in establishing the center. 

Andrew discusses: 

  • The birth of his organization for addiction treatment “Recovery Unplugged”
  • The influence of music on your thoughts and emotions
  • Some of the risks and struggles he has faced while creating this organization
  • How he has successfully integrated open communication and value alignment within this program
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

​​Over the past 20 years, it has been Andrew Sossin’s enduring pleasure to grow as a South Florida business leader and community advocate. His professional focus on financial services and business development has allowed me to establish multiple successful ventures in a wide array of fields, including addiction care, customer service, music management, and insurance.

Andrew’s experience, passion, and advocacy has allowed sitting on the boards of such inspiring organizations as Nova Southeastern University, the Jewish Federation of Broward County, and the Jewish Center for Science.

He’s also had the honor of holding key memberships with the United Way Tocqueville Society and the American Cancer Society and is the proud Co-Founder and Board Treasurer of Face the Music Foundation, a non-profit that mobilizes individuals and communities to combat addiction through music events and partnerships.

In addition to holding a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Florida, he is a graduate of the Tony Robbins Mastery University Business Mastery and Leadership Academy programs and a former student of the Jack Canfield Breakthrough to Success program.

In my work with Recovery Unplugged Treatment Centers, I’ve led the consistent, proactive, and responsible expansion of the company, from a singular treatment facility in South Florida to a national addiction treatment organization that now helps thousands of clients per year, from all over the country, find their way to lasting recovery from substance use disorder. 

Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Creating a Lasting Legacy with Joe Lander (Ep. 47)

Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Creating a Lasting Legacy with Joe Lander (Ep. 47)

Internal beliefs affect our thoughts, opinions, and actions. They also influence our ability to build the legacy we want to leave behind when we pass on.

How can you be sure to build your ideal legacy?

In this episode, Brittany Anderson invites Joe Lander, a former attorney and current CEO of The Life You Love Coaching. Joe discusses his RESOLVE framework, which helps individuals transitioning into retirement or selling their businesses to identify their next steps and overcome limiting beliefs. 

Joe emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s core beliefs and shares his personal journey from being a financial advisor to becoming a legacy coach.

Joe discusses: 

  • His RESOLVE framework: A path to building your personal legacy
  • Dealing with naysayers and how to overcome their negative influence when building your legacy
  • Insight into how you can transition to new stages of your life with purpose
  • How to overcome the IILs – Inevitable Imagined Limitations
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Joe Lander’s approach involves helping professionals and executives piece together the fragments of their past in a unique way that illuminates the path their life has prepared them for. By excavating their deeply-held core beliefs, they can harness the power to envision and manifest the remarkable contributions they’re meant to create, live, and leave as their personal legacy.

With his exclusive R.E.S.O.L.V.E roadmap, a proven framework tailored to your individual journey, you will gain the essential tools and strategic steps needed to embrace your purpose, overcome obstacles, and bring your vision to life. Together, you will explore the hidden transformative potential within you, empowering you to make a lasting impact on the world.

Going from Zero to Seven Figures with Christine McCarron (Ep. 46)

Going from Zero to Seven Figures with Christine McCarron (Ep. 46)

Want to learn how to invest in yourself, surround yourself with the right people, and give back to make an impact?

This week’s guest is the person to talk to.

In this episode, Brittany Anderson welcomes special guest Christine McCarron, who shares her journey from having less than zero to a seven-figure net worth through real estate investing. 

Christine discusses the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, and aligning one’s choices with their purpose. They also explore the power of giving back and creating experiences through financial resources. 

Christine discusses: 

  • Her experience with the common disbelief of “I’m too old”, scarcity mindset, and how she overcame these limiting beliefs
  • How to surround yourself with the right people & how to find out if they’re going to enhance your growth
  • Embracing and finding your purpose as you grow older
  • Her experience of giving back and how she stays true to her commitments  
  • How to hold yourself accountable to YOUR commitments
  • And more

Resources: 

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About Our Guest:

Christine McCarron went from less than $0 to a 7-figure net worth starting at age 50 thanks to real estate investing. Through her coaching, courses, podcasts and books, she loves sharing what she’s learned to help other women exceed their expectations and create a legacy.