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➡️ Ever wonder why some people seem immune to rejection while others are paralyzed by it? Best-selling author of "Go For No: Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There'" Andrea Waltz reveals the counter-intuitive secret that transformed her life and countless others: actively pursuing rejection. In this game-changing conversation, discover how embracing "no" could be the key to unlocking your next level of success.

🔥 Key Highlights:
🔥 The surprising reason top performers actively seek rejection
🔥 How one salesperson used this method to become #1 in his company in just 6 months
🔥 Why your comfort zone might be secretly sabotaging your success
🔥n The psychology behind making rejection fun (yes, really!)
🔥 A practical framework for turning "no" into your greatest asset

➡️ Chapters
00:00 - Introduction: The Fear of "No"
02:33 - The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
04:09 - Why "Go For No" Seems Counterintuitive
06:25 - Making Rejection Fun: The Jelly Bean Jar Method
08:56 - The New Model of Success vs. Failure
13:22 - The Origin Story: From Sales Manager to "No" Expert
15:37 - Why Even Successful People Need More Rejection
17:44 - The Perfect Framework for Asking
19:09 - From Zero to Hero: Ray Higdon's 20 No's a Day Challenge
22:58 - When to Persist vs. When to Pivot
27:33 - "To Sell is to Serve": The Ethical Framework
31:13 - Understanding Your "NQ" (No Quotient)
34:13 - What's Next: The Future of "Go For No"

This episode isn't just for salespeople - it's for anyone who's ever held back from asking for what they want. Whether you're job hunting, building a business, or pursuing personal goals, Andrea's insights will transform how you think about rejection forever.

➡️ In this inspiring episode of Gurus and Game Changers, meet Andrea Waltz, a professional speaker, co-author of multiple business fables including the #1 best-selling title, Go for No! Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There. She is wildly passionate about teaching audiences how they can overcome fear of failure and rejection and reprogram how they think about the word "No!".

📚 Featured Books: https://shop.goforno.com/
📚 Go For No: Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There
📚 Go for No! for Network Marketing
📚 The Go for No! Leader: How to Coach, Develop, and Encourage Go for No! Behaviors to Improve Team Performance
📚 The Fear Factory
📚 When They Say No: The Definitive Guide for Handling Rejection in Sales
📚 Million Dollar Book Formula: How to Write a Short Book That Will Sell Forever

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Website: https://www.goforno.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goforno/
LinkedIn: Andrea Waltz

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➡️ How a fishing trip turned into 9 months in a Cuban prison - and somehow saved this man's life.

In 1973, Gordon Hesse joined what he thought would be a two-week fishing trip to Jamaica. Instead, he found himself arrested by Cuban authorities, thrown into solitary confinement, and facing an uncertain future in one of Cuba's most notorious prisons. Decades later, he shares how this harrowing experience actually changed his life for the better.

📚 Featured Book: "Cuban Blues: How Captivity in a Foreign Prison Saved My Life" by Gordon Hesse

⏱️ CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Intro & Setup
0:43 - The Arrest: From Fishing Trip to Prison
3:01 - The Real Story Behind the Trip
4:34 - Moment of Capture
6:52 - The Interrogation
10:41 - Life in Solitary Confinement
13:13 - Transfer to El Castillo del Principe
14:49 - The Prison Riot & Military Tribunal
20:36 - Inside the Castle Prison
27:01 - Freedom and Transformation
28:56 - Final Thoughts & Lessons Learned

🔥 HIGHLIGHTS:

- How a simple navigation error led to their capture in Cuban waters
- Surviving 400-man prison cells in Castro's Cuba
- The desperate hunger strike that finally secured their release
- Why Gordon believes prison actually saved his life
- From prisoner to probation officer: How the experience shaped his future

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📚 Featured Book: "Cuban Blues: How Captivity in a Foreign Prison Saved My Life" by Gordon Hesse
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➡️ In this powerful episode of Gurus and Game Changers, we sit down with WORLDWIDE STEVIE® Award Winner Lara Jones, crowned "Woman of the Year," "Female Entrepreneur of the Year," and "Best Female Thought Leader" for her revolutionary Global G.R.I.T. System™. From losing her youngest son and nearly her own life to building a global empire that serves Fortune 100 companies, Lara's story is a masterclass in resilience.

As the founder of Be A Legend and G.R.I.T. Global™, Lara has transformed organizations including Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, KPMG, and the US military through her groundbreaking approach to performance and leadership. Her new book "Hunt or Be Hunted" reveals the four-pillar framework that's making her one of the most requested speakers on grit worldwide.

➡️ Learn:

- The 4 types of GRIT and how to identify yours
- The missing link between fear and growth that most leadership programs ignore
- How to rewire your brain for success using the 54321 technique
- The neuroscience behind turning trauma into triumph

➡️ Chapters
00:00 - Introducing the Force of Nature: Lara Jones
04:06 - From UK Success to US Homelessness: A Raw Immigration Story
06:00 - 8 Seconds from Death: The Night That Changed Everything
11:22 - The GRIT System Revealed: A Masterclass in Resilience
20:16 - Understanding Your GRIT Type: The 4 Elements Explained
21:39 - Breaking the Comfort Zone: Why Most Leadership Programs Fail
31:31 - What's Next for the "Female Tony Robbins"


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Book: Hunt or Be Hunted: How Anyone Can Develop Grit and Lead Like a Legend https://larajones.com/book/
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larawylesjones/

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➡️ In this episode, we sit down with Beth Leska, who brings an extraordinary perspective from her journey as an Army Military Police officer to becoming Mrs. New Jersey United States 2004, and now Ms. Idaho Senior America. Beth shares intimate details about the world of pageantry, breaking down stereotypes and revealing how these competitions build confidence, public speaking skills, and personal development.

From her groundbreaking service in the Army MP Corps in the 1980s to her current advocacy for long-term care reform, Beth exemplifies resilience and continuous personal growth. She provides unique insights into:

💃🏻 The reality of pageant competition preparation
💃🏻 Challenges faced as a woman in military police
💃🏻 The hidden crisis in America's long-term care system
💃🏻 Practical solutions for funding future healthcare needs

➡️ Episode Highlights
- Won Mrs. New Jersey United States in 2004
- Recently competed as Ms. Idaho Senior America 2024
- Served as Military Police in 1986 when female-to-male ratio was 1:3
- Reveals perspective on pageant preparation, including specialized coaching
- Discusses national crisis in long-term care and dementia support
- Proposes innovative solution for long-term care funding through Social Security

➡️ Chapters
00:01 - Hosts' Opening Discussion about Pageants
03:08 - Meet Beth Leska: Ms. Idaho Senior America 2024
04:07 - First Pageant Experience (Mrs. New Jersey 2003)
08:50 - The Sport of Pageantry: Behind the Scenes
11:20 - Pageant Secrets: Special Jewelry & Coaching
12:53 - Military Career: Breaking Barriers as Female MP in 1986
15:10 - Platform: The Long-Term Care Crisis in America
18:30 - Solutions: Proposed Changes to Social Security
20:18 - Episode Wrap-up

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➡️ More about the guest: Beth Leska
Beth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethleska/
Hair, Makeup, Styling: Constantine James Lupu-Haritos @Constantine_James
Constantine's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/constantine_james/
Photography: Matty Jacobsen
Matty's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicdreamsproductions/

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➡️ When a brilliant mathematician turns his analytical mind to the science of love, unexpected patterns emerge. Dr. Andy Winkler, a PhD mathematician and former National Science Foundation fellow, reveals his groundbreaking discovery that there aren't just 5 love languages—there are 8. In this mind-expanding conversation, Dr. Winkler breaks down how our walking styles, hand gestures, and personality types all connect to reveal our true love frequencies. From charging bulls to gliding queens, learn how your movement patterns might be telegraphing your deepest relationship needs.

➡️ Episode Highlights

💡 Dr. Winkler's journey from pure mathematics to studying love and relationships
💡 The three missing love languages and how they connect to personality types
💡 How your walking style reveals your natural relationship tendencies
💡 The connection between hand gestures and relationship communication
💡 Why certain personality combinations work better together in relationships

➡️ Chapters
00:00 - Opening Discussion on Love Languages
03:20 - Introduction to Dr. Andy Winkler
04:38 - The Mathematics of Failed Relationships
05:52 - Redefining Love as a Verb
06:51 - Why the Golden Rule Fails in Relationships
08:06 - The Eight Love Languages Revealed
10:54 - The Four Walking Styles & Their Meanings
14:19 - Hand Gesture Analysis & Personality Types
19:54 - Natural vs Sexual Selection in Relationships
21:20 - Dr. Winkler's Current Projects & Mathematical Discovery


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➡️ More about the guest: Dr Andy Winkler
💡 PhD in Mathematics
💡 National Science Foundation Fellow
💡 Host of "Now I Get It with Dr. Andy" - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/now-i-get-it-with-dr-andy/id1750544728
💡 Started teaching college at age 15

➡️ Other Resources:
The Five Love Languages, Gary Chapman: https://5lovelanguages.com/
Please Understand Me, David Keirsey: https://www.amazon.com/Please-Understand-Me-Character-Temperament/dp/B005IT31HM/ref=asc_df_B005IT31HM?mcid=ac070415d8e83bfeb530a384b13f570c&hvocijid=11142940759823083845-B005IT31HM-&hvexpln=73&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=692875362841&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11142940759823083845&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9007376&hvtargid=pla-2281435176898&psc=1


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➡️ At just 13 years old, Micah Siegel made a bold decision to leave traditional schooling in 7th grade and forge his own path. After seeing the devastating impact of illegal wildlife trafficking, he couldn't sit still in a classroom any longer. Now he's launched Rogue Scholar Academy, written a book on endangered species, and is working to revolutionize both education and conservation.

In this eye-opening conversation, Micah shares his unconventional journey, explains why traditional education wasn't serving his mission, and reveals his ambitious plans to protect endangered species worldwide. From his passion for zebras to his love of video games, discover how this remarkable teen balances being a regular kid while trying to change the world.

Featured in this episode:

🦓 Why Micah left traditional school after 7th grade
🦓 The creation of Rogue Scholar Academy
🦓 His book "The State of the Animals Report"
🦓 The intersection of education reform and wildlife conservation
🦓 What makes a truly great teacher
🦓 How to balance big dreams with being a teenager

➡️ Chapters
0:00 - Introduction
2:24 - Meet Micah Siegel
3:37 - Why Leave Traditional School?
6:27 - The Problems with Current Education
7:57 - What is Rogue Scholar Academy?
9:11 - A Day in Micah's Life
10:14 - Mentors and Inspirations
11:17 - Future Plans and Uncertainty
12:03 - Balancing Teen Life with Big Dreams
13:08 - Passion for Wildlife (The Zebra Story)
14:26 - The Social Cost of Following Your Dreams
15:39 - Making People Care About Conservation
17:12 - The State of the Animals Report
18:19 - Closing Thoughts

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Website: Rogue Scholar Academy - https://www.roguescholaracademy.com/
Videos: https://www.roguescholaracademy.com/new-page
Book: The State of the Animals Report - https://www.roguescholaracademy.com/report

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➡️ In this powerful episode, we sit down with Gina Schaefer, the visionary founder who built and democratized a $50 million Ace Hardware empire. From her unconventional start in Washington DC's recovering neighborhoods to her groundbreaking decision to sell to her employees through an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program), Gina shares how hiring individuals in recovery and returning citizens created an unstoppable business model. Her journey from corporate burnout to "Recovery Hardware" showcases how conscious capitalism can transform both bottom lines and lives.

➡️ Chapters
00:00 - 02:09 | Opening Reflections & Introduction
02:09 - 04:20 | The Birth of an Urban Hardware Empire
04:20 - 07:41 | Breaking Into Ace Hardware: "A Layoff and a Lie"
07:41 - 11:54 | The Recovery Hardware Story
11:54 - 15:36 | Partnership in Business and Life
15:36 - 20:39 | Building Trust & Second Chances
20:39 - 25:52 | Employee Ownership Revolution: Selling to the Team
25:52 - 30:40 | The Personal Cost of Leadership
30:40 - 35:38 | Stories of Transformation
35:38 - 40:19 | Legacy & Future Impact


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Website: https://ginaschaefer.com/
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginaschaefer-speaker/
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Book - Recovery Hardware: https://ginaschaefer.com/book

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➡️ An Intimate Conversation with Philadelphia Police Commissioner, Kevin J. Bethel

In this episode, Commissioner Kevin Bethel discusses:

🌟 How HOPE informs a safer city
🌟 The transformative impact of school diversion programs
🌟 Strategies for maintaining police morale and public trust
🌟 Success in reducing crime rates through community collaboration
🌟 Innovative approaches to recruitment and professional development
🌟 The importance of understanding adolescent development in law enforcement
🌟 Building sustainable community safety partnerships

➡️ Join us for an inspiring conversation with Philadelphia's newly appointed Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel as he shares his remarkable journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to leading the city's police force. Drawing from over four decades of experience, Commissioner Bethel reveals how his roots and the unwavering influence of his mother, Miss Odessa Bethel, shaped his revolutionary approach to community policing and public safety.

➡️ Discover how innovative initiatives like school diversion programs have achieved a staggering 90% reduction in student arrests over the past decade, and learn about the commissioner's data-driven strategies that have helped Philadelphia achieve its lowest crime rates in nine years.

➡️ Chapters
(00:02 - 09:38) Opening Segment: Commissioner Kevin Bethel introduces his background and vision for Philadelphia's police force, sharing personal stories that shaped his leadership philosophy.
(09:38 - 18:59) Revolutionizing School Safety: Deep dive into the groundbreaking school diversion programs and their impact on youth development, featuring real success stories and data-driven results.
(18:59 - 29:41) Community First: Exploration of community-centric policing strategies and the importance of building trust between law enforcement and residents.
(29:41 - end) Future of Policing: Discussion on modernizing police forces and creating sustainable community safety through collaboration and innovation.

➡️ Highlights
(00:56) Commissioner's journey from West Philadelphia to police leadership
(05:38) Personal motivations behind choosing law enforcement
(08:03) Returning to serve Philadelphia's communities
(18:59) Leadership philosophy and community responsibility
(24:40) Modern policing strategies and technological integration
(31:11) Building lasting community partnerships and promoting nonviolence

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