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I am excited to re-release this interview with Bryan Stevenson. He is one of my all-time favorite leaders and I am fascinated by him and the insights he offers. Mr. Stevenson is the Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative and is doing very challenging but extremely valuable work in the criminal justice system. His book, Just Mercy, is a #1 New York Times Bestseller and is a compelling case for fighting for what's right despite the obstacles and seeming hopelessness. There's a lot to learn from Mr. Stevenson and I hope this episode both encourages you and challenges you to think about what you're willing to go through for the benefit of other people.

If you don't have an Inner Circle, you need one. It's changed my life and I'm beyond convinced that every human needs one. 
In this episode, I talk through what it is, why it's so crucially important for your life and how to get one. 
 
 

Today we’re taking a more nuanced approach and we’re going to hear some thoughts specifically on the subject of fitness. The longer I live the more I am convinced that fitness has the ability to change so much more than just our physical bodies. It affects our minds, our relationships, our confidence, our sleep, our grit, our energy levels, our focus. There aren’t a whole lot of areas in our lives that aren’t touched by how we take care of our physical bodies. To help me talk through this subject I have recruited my dear friend and coach, Jacki Rodgers. Jacki is a co-owner at Crossfit Mudtown in Birmingham, Alabama and she is a force to be reckoned with. She’s loud, insanely energetic and has a huge personality. As a coach she’ll kick your butt when you need it and if you work out with her, she’ll kick your butt there, as well. She’s also incredibly compassionate and cares deeply about each and every person that steps foot into her gym.
How do you know if this episode is for you? We discussed: 
The truth about our why we limit ourselves and what to do about it The power of fitness to transform our lives Why mindset is so important and how to train it for maximum effectiveness The humble necessity of caring for others and allowing others to care for us

Jake Carnley is the founder of Great Bear Wax Co. and they make some of the most amazing candles you’ll ever smell. Jake started pouring candles in his apartment while he was attending Auburn University in 2013 and since then he’s seen the brand really take off. He's been able to get into some large retailers and he’s hoping to announce partnerships with more stores you’ve definitely heard of very soon. I was curious to hear what Jake’s journey has been like and why he chose to build a business selling candles in the first place. 
How do you know if this episode is for you? We discuss:
How to recover strategically after a big failure Why more people need to take more chances The power of maintaining a vision you believe in  Empowering beliefs and why Jake believes you have what it takes (whether he's met you or not)

Will Mason's plan was to be a rockstar. That was until his band got dropped from their label. Having no backup plan, Will was forced to figure out what to do next. Through a fateful interaction with a kid wanting to learn to play the guitar, he realized he loved teaching people to play music. Shortly thereafter, he started Mason Music. Today he has four locations and employs dozens of teachers. I think you'll learn a lot from Will's story and his thoughts on letting go of control on the path to pursuing a dream.  
How do you know if this episode is for you? We discuss:
One question to help your team stay super focused How to set super high standards for you and your team The surprising force behind redundant communication Control vs Growth and why you can't have both

The end of the year is quickly approaching! So, how do we get the most out of 2017 while preparing for 2018? I share my thoughts in this mini episode. Merry Christmas!