""If you want a highly collaborative environment, if you want to not only speak of an organization's where there's no titles, just roles and responsibilities, then show it by being vulnerable first."" Steve Tashjian, a high-performance expert and consultant, shares his journey in the world of sports and how he transitioned into working with leadership and executive teams. He emphasizes the importance of being surrounded by great people and always saying yes to opportunities. Steve highlights the key themes he focuses on when working with organizations, including vision, purpose, trust, collaboration, and vulnerability. He believes that leaders should be open to possibility and change, admit their mistakes, and show vulnerability to build trust and create a highly collaborative environment. The conversation explores the importance of vulnerability, trust, and collaboration in leadership and high-performance environments. It emphasizes the value of learning from failures and debriefing them effectively. The guest, Steve Tashjian, shares insights from his experience working with elite athletes and how those lessons can be applied in everyday life and leadership roles. He highlights the significance of understanding individuals' needs, being patient, and building trust in order to bring out the best in them. The conversation also touches on the challenges of maintaining a winner's mindset and executing a process under pressure. Takeaways ✅ Key themes for high performance in organizations include vision, purpose, trust, collaboration, and vulnerability. ✅ Leaders should admit their mistakes, be transparent, and show vulnerability to build trust. ✅ Debriefing failures is crucial for learning and growth in organizations. ✅ Leaders should create a safe space for admitting faults and taking ownership. ✅ Vulnerability is a powerful tool for gaining trust and building a collaborative environment. Leaders should be open about their role and take ownership of mistakes. ✅ In high-performance environments, such as sports and corporate settings, individuals have free choice and should be treated as individuals. The myth of blindly following a coach's orders does not work. Timeline 00:00 The Journey to High Performance 11:17 The Key Elements for Peak Performance 24:55 Building Trust through Honoring Vulnerability 29:36 The Power of Vulnerability and Trust 31:56 Lessons from Working with Elite Athletes 35:44 Navigating High-Pressure Environments 49:43 The Elevation Project: Serving Diverse Clients

""This is like a cock ring, but like slash Oura ring for guys and their health."" Dr. Elliot Justin, founder of Firm Tech and the Tech Ring, discusses the world's first monitor of sexual health. The Tech Ring is a wearable device that measures men's sexual health, cardiovascular health, and other biomarkers. Dr. Elliot explains how he came up with the idea for the Tech Ring and the importance of personalized, actionable data in healthcare. He also discusses the limitations of medications like Viagra and the benefits of tracking nocturnal erections. Dr. Elliot emphasizes the need to address relationship issues, improve overall fitness, and consider wearing a cock ring as potential solutions for erectile dysfunction. Dr. Elliot discusses the importance of sexual health and the role of technology in improving sexual performance. He introduces the Firm Tech device, which tracks and provides data on sexual health, including nocturnal erections. Dr. Elliot explains the different models of the device, including the tech ring and the maximum performance ring. He emphasizes the need for men to prioritize their sexual health and offers recommendations for using the device to monitor and improve sexual function. The conversation also touches on the benefits of sex for overall health and the importance of planning for pleasure.

This week on #thinkengagethrive we feature Philippe Noel, cofounder of Parade DB. ParadeDB is an Elasticsearch alternative built on Postgres. We're modernizing the features of Elasticsearch's product suite, starting with real-time search and analytics. Philippe is the co-founder and CEO of ParadeDB. He was born and raised in Québec, studied computer science and neuroscience at Harvard, and previously worked at Microsoft and built Whist, a cybersecurity web browser. #philmasiello #paradedb #Postgres #e360tv #entrepreneur #startups #technology

In this conversation, Joel Evan interviews Wendy Meadows, a recovering divorce attorney and life coach, about the common causes of divorce and strategies for navigating the process. The main theme of the conversation is the breakdown of communication in relationships, which often leads to divorce. Wendy shares her experience of helping couples reverse their divorce decisions through improved communication. They also discuss the financial and emotional costs of divorce, the importance of conscious co-parenting, and the need for both sparkle (inspiration) and grit (perseverance) in achieving personal and professional goals. Wendy Meadows shares her experience of breaking out of a rut and finding new ways to spark joy and growth in her life. She emphasizes the importance of trying new things, building community, and pushing outside of one's comfort zone. Wendy discusses the concept of anchors, particularly in the context of a morning routine, and how they can help set the tone for the day. She also introduces the idea of the Pause Time Playbook, a tool for reverse engineering one's day and creating intentional moments. Wendy highlights the importance of choosing the right process and attorney in divorce cases, and the value of treating the other person with fairness and empathy. She shares examples of clients who successfully mediated their divorces by prioritizing peace and the well-being of their children. Wendy concludes by discussing her coaching work with lawyer moms and individuals seeking practical guidance and support. Takeaways ✅ Communication breakdown is the most common culprit that leads to divorce. ✅ Divorce can be financially and emotionally costly, with attorney fees often reaching hundreds of thousands of dollars. ✅ Conscious co-parenting is crucial for minimizing the impact of divorce on children. ✅ Sparkle (inspiration) and grit (perseverance) are both necessary for achieving personal and professional goals. Trying new things and building community can help break out of a rut and spark joy and growth in life. ✅ Anchors, such as a morning routine, can set the tone for the day and provide stability and focus. ✅ The Pause Time Playbook is a tool for reverse engineering the day and creating intentional moments. ✅ Treating the other person with fairness and empathy in divorce can lead to more positive outcomes. ✅ Wendy Meadows specializes in coaching lawyer moms and individuals seeking practical guidance and support. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:13 The Impact of Communication Breakdown 04:00 The Financial Costs of Divorce 06:25 Advice for Those Considering Divorce 11:00 Minimizing the Impact of Divorce on Children 13:19 Transitioning from Divorce Attorney to Life Coach 15:41 Sparkle and Grit: Finding Balance and Beating Burnout 22:49 Breaking Free from the Autopilot Cycle 25:47 Anchoring Your Day 28:45 Reverse Engineering Your Day 31:18 Choosing the Right Process in Divorce 41:47 Conscious Separation Chapters

Asales and marketing expert whose passion lies in helping businesses navigate the ever-changing landscape of digital marketing Having already built three e- commerce stores in Canada she has positioned herself organically as an authority in this domain - a voice whom businesses can turn to for a competitive advantage. People frequently describe Sandra as a dynamic, social and engaging person whom you can rely on for sound advice - whether commercial or otherwise. Her attentive ear, keen eye for detail, and appreciation for nuance makes her a powerful partner to have as you endeavour to scale your business. fb @sandrastepanmarketing ig @sandrastepan in @sandrastepan #socialmediamarketing #philmasiello #thinkengagethrive #facebook #instagram #ugc

Andres Klaric is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Fuse, a next-gen loan origination system (LOS) that simplifies lending for financial institutions through self-serve customization, a low-code API builder, and a personalized agent portal. Over the last decade, Andres worked on Wall Street, investing in tech and business services. This gave him an acute awareness of the issues slowing down lenders from achieving their highest potential, ultimately leading to starting Fuse with his cofounder, Marc Escapa. #finance #philmasiello #thinkengagethrive #entrepreneurship #startupjourney #loanorigination

@MannySkevofilax is a consultant, speaker, and author that helps business owners to make more money by successfully navigating the challenges of growing their businesses profitably. Since 2003, Manny achieves extraordinary outcomes for his clients by using his experience in strategic planning, financial statement analysis, operations, organizational development, and team-building. A Baltimore, Maryland native, Manny earned a Bachelor of Science in Business and a Master of Science in Finance from the Merrick School of Business at The University of Baltimore. Prior to starting his career as a consultant, Manny’s background includes formal bank credit training and service as a Vice President with Comerica Bank, a U.S.-based commercial lending institution. He has corporate lending experience in the U.S. and continental European markets, with specialties in commercial business finance, real estate finance, and large corporate syndicated lending for mergers and acquisitions. Manny grew up in the restaurant business and made a career change to corporate banking at age 29. When he’s not helping business owners, Manny can be found exploring the ancient ruins on the island of Karpathos where his parents were born. #thinkengagethrive #philmasiello #e360tv #entrepreneurship #business #startups #smb #finance

Do you remember a time when business was conducted person to person, in the days before computers, the internet and email. When bank managers were bank managers? That is when Tony started his career, in the City of London in 1985 and then spent 35 years climbing the corporate ladder for a number of banks and brokerages. As the financial services industry in general and currency exchange in particular started to focus exclusively on tech only business models, Tony saw a gap in the market and launched Cosmos Currency Exchange in 2020. Cosmos offers its clients a unique experience when they need to either make or receive a currency payment in over 35 currencies to and from over 50 countries around the globe. Rather than the transactional, reactive, self-service approach endemic in the finance industry these days, Cosmos provides a bespoke, pro-active relationship-based service where each client is treated like the individual they are. At Cosmos, all its business comes from referrals. Tony thinks that speak volumes. As a result, in a little over 4 years, Cosmos has already won eight industry awards to date. Tony is married with a teenage daughter. In his spare time, Tony is a keen amateur astronomer and enjoys listening to music; watching sports; is an avid book reader and when the time allows, cooking dishes from his Portuguese background and his travels around the globe. #thinkengagethrive #philmasiello #cosmoscurrencyexchange #e360tv #entrepreneurship #startups

Frederick Vallaeys is the co-founder and CEO of Optmyzr, a leading PPC management software company. As one of Google's earliest employees, he pioneered PPC marketing as the first AdWords Evangelist. Vallaeys has been recognized as an influential figure in digital marketing, earning accolades such as the SEM Contributor of the Year in 2018 and PPC Survey’s Most Influential PPC Expert in 2024. He is also a sought-after speaker and author of notable books on PPC, including ""Unlevel the Playing Field"" and ""Digital Marketing in an AI World."" His innovations at Google include the development of Quality Score, Conversion Tracking, and the Google Ads Editor. #adwords #googleads #optmyzr #thinkengagethrive #ppcexpert #AI #philmasiello #SEM #PPC

David Fradin has been successful at building Great Products. He was classically trained as an HP Product Manager and was then recruited by Apple to bring the first hard disk drive on a PC to market and later became the Apple /// Business Unit Manager at the same level as Steve Jobs. He is the author of ""Building Insanely Great Products,"" ""Organizing and Managing Insanely Great Products,"" and the Wiley published ""Successful Product Design and Management"" all available now on Amazon. He has trained companies such as Cisco on these topics worldwide. #startups #ecommerce #greatproducts #philmasiello thinkengagethrive https://philmasiello.com/https://www....

#Inspiration #ChildhoodBullying #MentalHealthAdvocacy Nola Johnson describes being “severely” bullied as a young child. She understands the silent struggles children face and the lasting impact it can have on their mental health. Now Nola is an author, coach, teacher, and advocate against childhood bullying and trauma. Nola is a unique blend of a visionary, coach, and exemplary teacher. She is a Published Author and advocate against childhood bullying and trauma. She uses her creative writings as a tool to empower children, while equipping parents, teachers, and educational staff with the tools needed to be aware of the signs and symptoms that a child may be a victim of bullying, or if a child is in fact, a bully. Her focus is spreading awareness of the long-term Mental Health effects that this type of trauma brings; such as anxiety and depression, and how these issues can be reduced or avoided. She is passionate, and driven to spread awareness, as she was, herself, severely bullied as a young child. Her teachings are based on her experience, research and data. Nola Johnson is a United States Navy Veteran of 14 years of Honorable service, and holds a Master's Degree in Behavioral Science. Her book, What Every Adult Needs to Know About Child Bullying has been used as a tool in schools, ministries, and local organizations in the Dallas-Forth Worth, Texas area. #ChildhoodBullying #MentalHealthAdvocacy #Inspiration Connect with Nola Johnson: Amazon Link to Book: https://a.co/d/8F7tH5u FB: / nola.maxieparker Connect with the host: InvisibleCondition@e360tv.com

Nicholas Harris is a tech innovator and entrepreneur who is bridging the worlds of AI and personal health. Inspired by his experience battling postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), Nicholas recognized AI's potential to revolutionize health, in a slow and expensive healthcare system. As CTO of Formulai, a genomics and AI wellness startup, Nicholas is at the forefront of developing accessible, personalized health technologies. Nicholas's book, ""Elevate Your Health with AI: Practical Strategies for Biohacking, Mental Health and Chronic Diseases,"" offers insights for anyone looking to optimize their wellbeing. From fitness enthusiasts to those managing specific health conditions, readers gain practical tools to harness AI for better health outcomes. Combining technical expertise with a passion for human potential, Nicholas is helping shape a future where AI becomes a powerful ally in our quest for optimal health and performance. His work demonstrates how cutting-edge technology can make personalized health insights available to all, transforming our approach to wellness and prevention. #AI #chatgpt Connect with Nicholas: https://elevateyourhealthwithai.com/ / nicholasjohnharris Connect with the host: InvisibleCondition@e360tv.com

At only 23 years of age, Kris Blacksmith was diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Kris’s journey took him through xrays, a neurologist, MRIs, and a medication with side effects that mimicked the very symptoms he was trying to relieve. He then decided to start researching what natural, plant-based remedies might help. Kris spent over ten years studying herbalism and alternative health options. Seven of those years were self-study and 3 of them were at the East West School of Planetary Herbology. Kris is now a master herbalist, and he is trained in a combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine, and Western Herbalism. Kris would love to customize a solution for you to transition from pharmaceuticals to natural remedies. On his website, sign up for a FREE 30-minute consultation! Connect with Kris: www.adderhealthservices.com / adderhealth / adderhealth / kris-blacksmith-a1409a273 Connect with the host: InvisibleCondition@e360tv.com

Jean Mayland created My Angel Alert Bands for people with all kinds of conditions. Jean has a diverse entrepreneurial background, previously owning a laser-engraving business, text marketing business, and a brick & mortar retail business among other small ventures. She has also worked in the corporate sector in the areas of operations, marketing & finance. She is spiritually grounded...thus the inclusion of an Angel. Her passion for helping people motivated & inspired her to create My Angel Alert Bands. There are far too many people in our world that have visible & invisible medical conditions. So, for people to have peace of mind knowing that this wearable device will be able to ""talk for them when they can’t"" is invaluable. Saving a life is priceless. Jean & her husband have 5 children and 10 grandchildren. #MedicalID #MedicalAlert #MedicalBracelet #EmergencyID #MedicalEmergency #ChronicIllness #InvisibleConditions #PatientSafety #PeaceOfMind #CaregiverTips #HealthAwareness #InvisibleDisabilities #DisabilityAwareness #ChronicIllnessAwareness #MedicalConditions Connect with Jean: www.MyAngelAlertBand.com / myangelalertband / my-angel-alert-band / angelalertband / @myangelalertband1 Connect with the host: InvisibleCondition@e360tv.com

In the middle of a successful executive career, Jason Schembri found himself at the crossroads of life, grappling with escalating health issues and a deteriorating lifestyle, which caused emotional turmoil and distress in all aspects of his life. Tipping the scales at 320 pounds by the age of forty, Jason battled with his health which was in urgent need of attention. Like many other men, Jason felt despair and anger because he thought it was too late to change. However, he decided he had to try and, after many years of trial and error, involving numerous diets and fitness regimes, he developed a program for men like himself who needed a new solution. The 4E System of Weight Loss, is the result of over a decade of research, hard work and lived experience, an innovative approach that encourages not only weight loss, but also the elimination of root causes. Jason is now fit and healthy at 200 pounds, and in peak physical condition. He is dedicated to helping men like himself to transform their health, and ultimately, their lives. #4ESystem #KeepingItOff Connect with Jason Schembri: https://jasonschembri.coach / jasonlschembri / jasonschembri / jasonlschembri Connect with the host: InvisibleCondition@e360tv.com

Jeanne Mann, from San Antonio, Texas, left Corporate America to motivate and inspire others. A devoted mother of three, two with autism, Jeanne's resilience was shaped by the loss of her mother and her battle with Chiari Malformation, leading to a craniotomy in 2020. Despite daily challenges, she remains committed to personal and professional fulfillment, working with Daniel Gomez Enterprises and continuing to empower others to embrace their potential and opportunities. She is also the author of “Finding Your Inner Beauty.” #chiarimalformation #invisiblecondition #faith #danielgomezenterprises #danielgomezinspires #believe #selflove Connect with Jeanne Mann: Facebook.com/jeannemann47 / jeanne-mann-4215592b8 / jeannemann47 Other resources recommended by Jeanne: https://chiariproject.org/ https://neurosurgerysa.com/our-surgeo. .. Connect with the host: InvisibleCondition@e360tv.com

Christa Rose is a survivor of a disease called Anti-Gad 65. Her symptoms progressed from seizures to inability to walk or talk. By changing her mindset and surrounding herself with knowledge she is now able to walk, talk and deal with symptoms most days. Christa battles several illnesses, including Lyme disease and other autoimmune conditions. Christa does not let this define her, though, as she is a dedicated Health Advocate. She is also a distinguished Amazon #1 Bestselling Author of her book, ""Skip the Pain, Experience the Pleasure."" Recognized for her dynamic and inspirational approach, Christa serves as a Speaker, Certified Coach, Nutritionist, and Energy worker including Reiki, Intuitive Readings, Akashic Records and nurtures her spirituality. She uses her profound experience to share her message and transform lives. She reminds us to think beyond the obvious: when you hear galloping hooves, most people assume it's a horse, but sometimes, it might just be a zebra. Connect with Christa: messagechrista@gmail.com www.christarose.com / christa.rose.967 / christa-rose / 4christa_rose Connect with the host: InvisibleCondition@e360tv.com

Mary Ellen Ciganovich, who goes by “Ask Mary Ellen” across social media, is an author, healer, Mindfulness Coach and inspirational speaker. Her favorite topic to speak about is, “Learning to Heal Yourself through Love.” Diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of 6, Mary Ellen was told what she “couldn’t” do. Although her epilepsy was mild, her family told her “not to tell anyone” and that she could “never marry or have children.” Mary Ellen grew up with very low self-esteem! In 1989, Mary Ellen was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. There were no medications for MS at the time, so she decided to find ways to control her “MS Monster.” She studied Ayurvedic healing, Chinese herbs, and many other alternative methods. During Mary Ellen’s journey of healing, she learned ALL healing begins with learning to love yourself. Unconditional love is healing while fearing any diagnosis creates what you fear. Mary Ellen’s books are “Healing Words, Life Lessons to Inspire”, T.R.U.T.H.: Taking Responsibility Unleashes True Healing, and Truth Lives. Mary Ellen continues to inspire people by posting a “Truth of the Day” every morning. She teaches her healing principles at R.E.A.L. Health Mindfulness Education Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. #askmaryellen #Truthauthor #Mindfulnesscoach #inspirationalspeaker #motivationalwriter Connect with Mary Ellen: https://askmaryellen.com / askmaryellen / maryellenciganovich / askmaryellen Connect with the host: InvisibleCondition@e360tv.com The sponsor of this episode is Andrea Mason, Certified Global Motivational Speaker and Life Coach, Alumna of Les Brown, CEO of Press PLAY Plan Life According to You LLC and Andreamasons.com . Andrea is offering an exclusive package: “PLAY: Plan Life According to You”, designed to empower you, get results, and GET LASTING RESULTS. Ready to take the leap? Explore the transformative world of Press PLAY Plan Life According to You LLC: http://www.andreamasons.com/gift

Regina Partain Bergman struggled with an undiagnosed condition for the better part of 50 years, before it was diagnosed as POTS in 2017. An entrepreneur at heart, Regina has owned her own businesses since the early 1980's. In 1996, along with a co-partner, she opened a small staffing firm in a rural community. Her business partner passed away 6 years into the business. Over the course of the next six years, she continued to grow the business. Ultimately, they were in 6 locations, 2 states, had 3 divisions, 26 internal employees and 200 employees placed with clients and generating almost $5 million a year. Despite rave reviews from their clients they were not able to survive the financial crash of 2008 and by March of 2009 had to close the doors. Since then, she has owned a lakefront Bed and Breakfast as well as her current business, Bridgeport Strategy which she opened in January of 2015 where she helps business owners create a business that finally provides cash freedom, time freedom and enhanced relationships because they are no longer stressed out about a struggling business. But it hasn’t always been easy. Since she was in her teen years (the late 1960’s), Regina has struggled with a condition that was highly frustrating and not diagnosed until early 2017. This condition, known as POTS – Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, is a dysfunction (or perhaps a dis-regulation) of the autonomic nervous system. The autonomic nervous system is responsible for regulating such things as your heart rate, blood pressure, etc. Important things for carrying on everyday life functions. Additionally, around 2005 she was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis and experienced a great deal of pain and limited mobility as a result of this condition. Miraculously, in January 2017, this condition completely disappeared. She considers it a blessing for which she is extremely grateful. #POTS #perseverance #profitdoctor #profitacceleration #bridgeportstrategy Connect with Regina: https://bridgeportstrategy.com/ / reginampartain / regina-partain-bergman-a761901 / reginabergman2 Connect with the host: InvisibleCondition@e360tv.com

Daved Rosensweet, MD is the Founder of The Institute of BioIdentical Medicine and The Menopause Method, as well as the author of three books on the subject, including his latest ""Happy Healthy Hormones"". Early in his career, Dr. Rosensweet trained the first nurse practitioners in the United States and was in charge of health promotion for the State of New Mexico. With over 30 years of experience specializing in Andropause and Menopause treatment, he is a nationally known lecturer and presenter at The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M), The American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM), The Age Management Medicine Group (AMMG), and more. In 2019, he was called to Washington to speak in front of The National Academies of Science Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) on “The Safety and Efficacy of Bioidentical Hormones.” Through The Menopause Method and The Institute of BioIdentical Medicine, Dr. Rosensweet is training medical professionals to master cBHRT using the most advanced and modern tools. His protocol has been used to treat more than 12,000 women. Connect with Daved: Claim your free copy of Dr. Rosensweet's book: https://iobim.org/book/ / 1124278224398950 / davedrosensweetmd / davedrosensweetmd https://brite.live https://iobim.org https://www.davedrosensweetmd.com/fin ... Connect with the host: InvisibleCondition@e360tv.com