First Things THRST

By: Mike Thurston
  • Summary

  • ‘First Things THRST’ is a weekly masterclass that explores the secrets and experiences of entrepreneurs and content creators from across the globe. Each episode is unfiltered and guided by the premise of leaving no stone unturned, which is accountable for the deep discussions into the backgrounds, hardships and confessions of my guests. My goal is simple, to share insights and fresh perspectives on topics like entrepreneurship, success and fitness. Join me on this exciting adventure, and I'm hoping you gain as much from these discussions as I do.

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Episodes
  • E066 - 27 Years of Brutally Honest Advice for Young People in 90 Minutes | Andy Elliott
    Nov 10 2024

    Joining me today for an unfiltered conversation about transformation, sales mastery, and leadership is Andy Elliot, a powerhouse entrepreneur who built a 9-figure business empire after starting from nothing. Beginning his journey as a car salesman at 18, Andy shattered industry records and managed to scale to over $1 million annually before revolutionising the sales training industry with his tough-love approach to coaching.

    In this episode, Andy takes us through his journey from a troubled upbringing to becoming one of the most influential voices in personal development. He opens up about the psychological triggers that drive real change, his philosophy on physical fitness as a foundation for success, and why maintaining high standards in every area of life is non-negotiable.

    His no-nonsense approach to transformation and success makes this conversation a must-listen for anyone committed to reaching their full potential.

    00:00 Introduction to Andy Elliott
    01:02 Early life, career start, and learning leadership
    07:02 Struggles with self-image and pivotal moment with wife
    13:02 Commitment to change and setting new intentions
    16:56 Helping others and integrating faith with leadership
    19:06 Fitness as a foundation for personal growth
    20:28 Building a business vs. building a body
    22:04 Breaking free from limiting beliefs
    24:05 Influence, role models, and power of choice
    28:02 Shifting content to inspire change
    32:28 Discipline and challenges in seminars
    40:12 Using pain and criticism as motivators
    47:06 Importance of tough coaching and driven peers
    54:08 Communication skills and ethics in sales
    56:28 Advice for personal trainers on branding
    1:05:26 Teaching standards: theory vs. application
    1:08:51 Client acquisition via social media
    1:12:04 Tough coaching and managing online interactions
    1:16:43 Training style misconceptions and relationships
    1:19:52 Work-family balance and partner support
    1:22:03 Future vision and company goals

    » Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
    » Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/
    » My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com
    » Custom Bioniq supplements: CODEBQMIKETHURSTON - https://shorturl.at/fRV67

    » Follow Andy «
    Website: https://tinyurl.com/3ubb4atv
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialandyelliott/?hl=en

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • E065 - Cristiano Ronaldo Invested in Our Company: The Future of Peak Health & Performance | Vadim Fedotov
    Nov 3 2024

    Joining us today is Vadim Fedotov, former elite athlete turned visionary entrepreneur and founder of Bioniq, a world leading supplement brand that tailors to your individual health needs. Reaching extraordinary success, Bioniq has managed to attract the likes of some of the world's greatest athletes, such as Diogo Dalot & Cristiano Ronaldo. novation that’s transforming the wellness industry.

    00:00 Introduction
    01:37 Vadim's background: from migrating to Germany for national basketball
    04:32 How four torn ACL’s changed Vadim’s trajectory forever
    05:54 Balancing college basketball and academics (emphasis on business)
    08:06 Transition from top German athlete to humbled U.S. college player
    10:08 Talent vs. hard work in sports and life lessons
    11:42 Shift from sports to corporate life; the challenges of job hunting
    14:15 How internships lead to career opportunities
    17:09 Key Lessons from sports: dedication and work ethic in business
    18:16 Handling physical setbacks; disciplined work mindset
    19:38 Joining Groupon, rapid growth, and becoming the youngest CEO
    21:48 High-pressure growth strategies and corporate lessons
    23:08 Realising value and drive to create something impactful
    24:08 Founding Bioniq: passion for health and education
    25:27 Early investments and learning through failures
    27:25 Finding a health market gap and Bioniq’s early concept
    31:30 Developing Bioniq’s pilot and validating through feedback
    36:18 Success of pilot, UFC partnership & London launch
    37:49 Bioniq’s science-backed, personalised supplement approach
    42:07 Founding team dynamics and startup challenges
    45:00 Bioniq’s pricing strategy and perceived value
    50:32 Launch of Bioniq Go for wider reach & use
    53:34 Customer feedback and ongoing data collection
    59:48 Scaling challenges, especially in U.S. market entry
    1:04:28 U.S. marketing and brand-building strategies
    1:09:44 How Diogo Dalot got involved with Bioniq
    1:10:02 The big story behind Cristiano Ronaldo investing in Bioniq
    1:24:44 Why Mike invested in Bioniq back in 2021
    1:27:11 Does CR7 Watch First Things THRST?!
    1:32:13 Bioniq’s long term vision for personalised health

    » Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
    » Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/
    » My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com
    » Custom Bioniq supplements: CODEBQMIKETHURSTON - https://shorturl.at/fRV67

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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • E064 - “Here’s PROOF That We’re Not Alone”: ETs, UFOs & Government Censorship | Dr. Steven Greer
    Oct 13 2024

    Dr. Steven Greer is one of the world’s foremost authorities on the subject of UFOs, extraterrestrial intelligence and technologies, and initiating peaceful contact with interstellar civilizations. For over more than 35 years, Dr. Greer has provided briefings for senior government officials across the globe, conducted numerous media interviews, and delivered hundreds of lectures. He has also written five books and produced 5 feature film documentaries that have been seen by hundreds of millions of people.

    0:00 Introduction
    3:02 Military defectors and whistleblowers
    6:20 Ex-military personnel's disclosures; Legalities and self-censorship of whistleblowers
    12:48 The beginnings of ET secrecy
    17:00 Targeting ET crafts with advanced technology
    21:30 ET civilisations: "there are DOZENS of them"
    24:50 The reason there is a lack of Government knowledge on UFO projects
    27:06 Hybrid covert operations and government collusion
    31:05 How whistleblowers are threatened and targeted when speaking out on the subject
    40:24 Dr. Greer's complete database of ET & UFO Proof (backed by 115 testimonials)
    43:45 False narratives & media censorship
    48:10 The reason why Dr. Greer's episode on Joe Rogan was taken down
    50:20 Dr. Greer's documentary being blacklisted from the internet
    52:26 Envisioning an ideal future and societal impacts (Dr. Greer's ambition)
    56:27 Global destruction & population redudction
    1:04:10 Can total peace ever be achieved on Earth?
    1:10:52 Hollywood corruption & forced narratives
    1:15:55 Did aliens help build the pyramids?
    1:18:51 Free energy (and the implications)
    1:24:22 Open-source energy lab and investor challenges
    1:30:16 The importance of strategic intelligence
    1:33:15 Crowdfunding initiatives and extraterrestrial consciousness
    1:41:45 If ET existence was 100% confirmed, what would be the societal impact?
    1:48:34 Dr. Greer's response to sceptics
    1:52:04 Big tech influence and positive feedback from appearances
    1:53:45 Encouraging whistleblowers and information sources

    » Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
    » Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/
    » My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com
    » Custom Bioniq supplements: CODEBQMIKETHURSTON - https://shorturl.at/fRV67

    » Follow Dr. Greer «
    Website: https://drstevengreer.com
    Archive: https://www.dpiarchive.com/#/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.steven.greer/

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    1 hr and 57 mins

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