Welcome to Built For The Game, where we help entrepreneurs win in business & life for the long haul. Rob Cressy guides you on a journey of personal growth & creative excellence, helping you develop the habits, routines, mindsets, and AI strategies that top 1% performers use. That way you can be your best, do what you love, and show up powerfully in all areas of your life.
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Leadership DNA is a podcast for those who aspire to become a better leader. From leading yourself to leading others, what is the blueprint for leadership and how can you improve those skills? Each week Arturo Gomez and Rob Cressy share stories, lessons learned, and nuggets of wisdom about what it takes to be a great leader.
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In each episode of The Playbook presented by FanFood, host Rob Cressy discusses how leaders are modernizing today’s customer experience through technology in sports, entertainment, and hospitality. We invite industry veterans to talk about how customer expectations have changed in today’s world, and how businesses need to change accordingly for greater operational efficiency and better guest experience.
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Tales of Leadership is a veteran-owned podcast designed to equip leaders with the knowledge required to inspire others through transformational leadership. If you want to grow your influence and become a purposeful leader, you have found your tribe. Become the leader your team deserves!
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Expand your state of Being to fall more deeply in love with life, with yourself, and with the possibility of an extraordinary life - a life of abundance, daily miracles, loving relationships, personal breakthroughs, powerful creations, and peace in the here and now. Our mission is to provide you with experiences of Being through people coming together and conversing. However, please do not listen to this podcast about our guests. Please listen about you. Listen about Being. When you do, we p ...
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Yeah, we really do record this podcast inside of an RV. Inside The RV is a music industry podcast about entrepreneurship, work ethic, self development, and becoming the best version of yourself. It is hosted by Artist Manager Jacob Moore and Music Artist Ryan Ramirez who share their personal stories as entrepreneurs looking to take over the music industry... @ryanramirezofficial @jacxbmoore Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3keL9zI Ryan Ramirez on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/37mR2r5 Ryan Ramire ...
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The Most Powerful Way to Use ChatGPT: Prompt From Identity
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19:28What if ChatGPT could help you become who you're meant to be faster? In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy shares a simple shift in how you prompt rooted in vision, identity, and embodiment, not information. Get ready to open a new portal of possibility. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For High Performing Leaders. Apply Today: https://robc…
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Grace, Growth, and the Art of Paying Attention
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25:02In this episode, Cari sits down with Kellen to explore how the choices we make with our attention, focus, and love shape our experiences, relationships, and personal growth. They discuss how attention can be a deliberate act of service, introduce the “notice and choose” framework for perspective and self-awareness, and share practical ways to bring…
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#111 Christina Bates - Unlocking Human Potential Through Authentic Leadership
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1:50:32Dr. Christina Bates is a mom to two sweet girls, an entrepreneur, a leader, and an animal lover with three dogs, two cats, one bunny, and one guinea pig. Passionate about all things military, especially weapons systems, she is dedicated to helping leaders and organizations excel and realize their full potential. She believes that God has a purpose …
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The biggest thing holding most people back from growth with AI is themselves. In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy busts the 10 beliefs blocking your AI growth so you can start creating with momentum. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For High Performing Leaders. Apply Today: https://robcressy.ai/ Helping Non-Tech Entrepreneurs Grow With AI…
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BEING with Cari & The Ultimate Coach Podcast - Guest Seth Pepper
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15:42What’s the difference between an athlete and a champion? For Seth Pepper, it came down to mastering his mind as much as his body. This episode of Being with Cari is packed with powerful insights: How visualization fueled a national championship win Why confidence and calm can outpace raw talent The unexpected emotion that came with victory — and wh…
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#110 Robert Roy - Leadership Under Fire: Insights from a Navy SEAL Veteran
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1:39:48Rob Roy is a 25-year veteran of the U.S. Navy, with 21 years of service in the SEAL teams, including over a decade with the elite SEAL Team Six. After retiring, he transitioned to entrepreneurship, founding Trident Coaching and Consulting to deliver transformative leadership programs. Rob is an award-winning executive coach, a sought-after public s…
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Most high performers think they need a tech background to succeed with AI. In this episode of Build For The Game, Rob Cressy shares the truth: Your years of experience, failures, wins, and hard-earned wisdom ARE your competitive advantage. AI doesn't replace your expertise, it amplifies it. Stop looking outside for what you already have inside. Way…
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Belief, Healing, and Co-Creation in Medicine – Dr. Jeff Mars
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19:54In this powerful conversation, Dr. Jeff Mars returns to The Ultimate Coach Podcast to explore how belief, commitment, and co-creation are reshaping medicine. From the surprising power of the placebo effect to surgical teams declaring their intention to create the “most incredible surgery experience in the universe,” Jeff shares how mindset and ener…
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How AI Amplified Impact: The Erich Fogg Story
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37:20When a purpose-driven entrepreneur discovers AI isn't just a tool but a strategic multiplier, everything changes. In this episode of Built for the Game, Rob Cressy is joined by Erich Fogg to reveal how he transformed from basic AI user to strategic multiplier. You'll hear the exact mindset shifts that changed everything, how ChatGPT became his defa…
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#109 Michael Brabner - From Infantry to Innovation
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2:00:56LTC Michael “Brabs” Brabner currently serves as the MCoE Robotics Requirements Division Air Branch Chief within the Maneuver Capabilities Development Integration Directorate. Originally from Oak Harbor, WA, Brabs enlisted in the Washington Army National Guard in 2001 following the September 11th attacks. Over his 25-year career, Brabs spent 14 year…
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How will AI change leadership? In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy shares how leaders can capitalize on this opportunity, create a mindset for possibility, and do so in a way that's aligned to who you are. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For High Performing Leaders. Apply Today: https://robcressy.ai/ Helping Non-Tech Entrepreneurs Grow W…
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AI In Paradise: My Keynote, Big Wins & New Ideas
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38:34What happens when you mix 80+ business owners, a keynote on AI, and a weekend in paradise? In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy shares the biggest wins and breakthroughs from Professionals in Paradise, a 3 day conference, including how one AI shift got 12 people to upgrade on the spot. You’ll hear the strategies, moments, and conversat…
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#108 Randy McCoin - Empowering Military Education Through Service
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55:19Randy McCoin, is a proud U.S. Army soldier of 26 years and founder of the McCoin institute. Randy knows the struggles of attending college while being a full-time soldier, as it took him 13 years to earn his undergraduate degree. Since then, he has earned a Master of Education from Pennsylvania State University, a graduate certificate in Internatio…
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The Possibility Mindset in the Age of AI - Rob Cressy
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57:39In this final episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Ipek Williamson sits down with creator, coach, and entrepreneur Rob Cressy for a high-energy, deeply inspiring conversation about possibility, creativity, and how to live fully by design. Rob shares his journey from corporate burnout to becoming a purpose-driven leader known for radiating positiv…
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When you’re all-in on your dream, you start seeing new ways to build it. In this episode of Built For The Game, you’ll learn how to use AI as a tool that aligns with your vision, energy, and creativity even without a tech background. Rob Cressy shares how he’s doing it, and how you can too. If you’re ready to move faster toward what’s already insid…
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Creating Peace No Matter What's Happening Around You
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31:04How do you create peace in your life no matter what's happening around you? In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy is joined by Jared Kott as they share a relatable story of turning challenges into opportunities to embody peace. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For High Performing Leaders. Apply Today: https://robcressy.ai/ Helping Non-Tech …
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#107 Michael Klemmer - Brewing Success After Service
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58:59Nestled in the foothills of Charlottesville, Virginia, Aerial Resupply Coffee emerges as a testament to service and community. Founded by U.S. Army Veteran Michael Klemmer, this brand embodies a dedication to honor those who serve. After a 20-year military journey and global exploration, Mike returned to Charlottesville with a passionate mission—to…
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From Performance to Authentic Leadership Presence - Cheryl Martin
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46:59What if the real breakthrough in leadership isn’t about learning new skills but unlearning old patterns of performance? In this conversation with host Meredith Bell, Cheryl Martin shares her journey from being a high-achieving consultant to guiding leaders into deeper alignment with their authentic selves. She opens up about the personal experience…
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Intentional Reciprocity: My Favorite Birthday Ritual
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8:00Birthdays reveal more than you think, they show you who’s really in your corner. In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy shares a powerful reflection on intentional reciprocity, relational wealth, and why the messages you send and return matter more than ever. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For High Performing Leaders. Apply Today: https://…
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#106 Anthony Randall - Practicing Excellence: Aligning Passion, Purpose, and Precision
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1:30:46Dr. Anthony Randall is the President and Founder of Vanguard XXI, where he specializes in leadership development and executive coaching, transforming leaders and organizations across various sectors. With over 28 years of high-performance leadership experience, Dr. Randall has coached more than 17,000 professionals in the U.S. Army, Special Operati…
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Servant Leadership in Action - Ken Crenshaw
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39:31What does it look like when leadership is rooted not in control, but in care? In this episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, host Ipek Williamson is joined by Ken Crenshaw, a deeply respected high-performance leader in Major League Baseball whose impact goes far beyond physical training. Ken shares how his leadership journey was shaped by mentors, …
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You Can't Win With AI If You Hand It To Interns
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16:50Most companies say AI is a priority then treat it like a side project. In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy breaks down a real conversation with a company that claimed they wanted to lead in AI and then assigned it to interns. If you’re serious about growth, execution, and staying relevant, this is the wake-up call. Ways I can Help: AI…
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#105 Ryan Thompson - Founder of 10th Mountain Whiskey
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1:01:50Ryan is a serial entrepreneur and life long learner that enjoys the pursuit of business while being a positive influence in his community and using his business platforms to help support causes he’s passionate about. He started 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirit Company 10 years ago and is in the trenches running the daily operations with the goal of b…
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How Being in Medicine Is Transforming Patient Outcomes - Dr. Corey Anderson
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44:04What if the key to transforming healthcare lies not in technology, but in presence, compassion, and purpose? In this rich conversation, Dr. Corey Anderson shares his journey into the "being movement" and how it's reshaping the culture at Black Hills Surgical Hospital. With wisdom drawn from his own transformation and collaborative work with Dr. Jef…
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Creating Impact On The Highest Level with Ankush Jain
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41:10If you wanted to create impact on the highest level, who would that version of you be? In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy is joined by Ankush Jain as they explore the intersection of growth, being, creating from the heart, and artificial intelligence. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For High Performing Leaders. Apply Today: https://robc…
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The 3 Rare AI Mindsets I Discovered After 200+ Coaching Calls
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21:42Mastering your AI mindset and and how you think about creating with AI will create exponential growth and opportunities for you. After 200+coaching calls with entrepreneurs on AI implementation, I've discovered the three rare mindsets that separate AI winners from everyone else. These AI mindsets will transform how you approach artificial intellige…
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#104 Derik Kearns - Army Infantry SGM
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1:22:42Derik Kearns enlisted in the Army in 2002 following the events of 9/11. Throughout his military service, he completed two tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Amidst personal challenges, he has experienced marriage, divorce, and remarriage, and is now a proud parent to two daughters and a stepson. This summer, Derik will be attending the Sergeant Ma…
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Transforming Fear of AI Into Exponential Personal Growth w/ Ipek Williamson
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28:23Are you letting fear of AI hold you back from the biggest productivity breakthrough of your lifetime? In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy is joined by Ipek Williamson to talk about transforming your relationship with artificial intelligence from threat to transformation tool. Rob reveals his concept of "Soul Data", how to infuse your …
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A Journey Through Self-Forgiveness and Love - Kathleen Putta
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43:08In this heart-centered and inspiring episode, host Ipek Williamson welcomes Kathleen Putta—beloved teacher, coach, and document creation guide—whose life journey offers a moving example of transformation through presence, self-love, and service. From her childhood on an Indiana farm filled with movement and joy to decades of teaching physical educa…
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Feeling behind in the AI game despite using ChatGPT daily? You're not alone, but you're also not behind. In this episode of Build for the Game, Rob Cressy reveals the shocking truth about where you actually stand in the AI revolution and why 99% of people haven't even started. Discover how to stop living in the comparison trap, own your massive adv…
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#103 Joseph Polanin - U.S. Navy retired and CEO
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1:05:25Captain Joseph Polanin, U.S. Navy (retired), is an award-winning CEO and a disabled Navy combat Veteran who served three decades leading elite teams to succeed on complex missions in high-risk environments despite every obstacle. He has 20+ years as a successful Commanding Officer, Task Force Commander, and Director of Operations (CEO/COO) for glob…
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Being Begins with How You Listen - Peter McCammon
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45:36What if the way you listen to yourself could change everything? In this heartfelt and revealing conversation with host Meredith Bell, Peter McCammon explores the depths of self-awareness, self-love, and the radical power of listening with intention. He shares how learning to recognize and soften harsh internal judgments opened up new ways of being …
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Why I’m Going All In on Community in the AI Era
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11:12The most valuable thing you can build in the AI era? Real connection. In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy shares why he is all-in on building community, and how this will create a massive advantage for you. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For High Performing Leaders. Apply Today: https://robcressy.ai/ Helping Non-Tech Entrepreneurs Grow …
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AI is changing the way we work forever, and I want to open up your mind to a new possibility of what this could look like for you. In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy rethinks what work could look like moving forward, including the possibility of using ChatGPT 4 hours a day and the impact that would create. Ways I can Help: AI Coachin…
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#102 John Troxell - Retired SEAC, U.S. Army
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1:13:05John Troxell is a retired U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major who served nearly 38 years in uniform. He held the position of Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (SEAC), serving as the senior non-commissioned officer in the entire U.S. military. Known for his energy, authenticity, and selfless service, John continues to…
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The Blueprint of Becoming: From Visualization to Victory - Seth Pepper
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1:09:01What if the very thing you’re trying to avoid—discomfort, failure, resistance—is the key to unlocking your highest potential? In this electrifying episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Ipek Williamson welcomes Seth Pepper, a former world-ranked swimmer turned elite mental performance coach, who shares his extraordinary journey from starting compet…
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How Falling Behind With AI Will Be Invisible
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5:52Are you aware that most businesses are lagging behind in the AI revolution? In this episode of Built for the Game, we'll explore the reasons why companies are missing out on the opportunities that artificial intelligence has to offer. From automating tasks to gaining valuable insights, AI has the potential to transform your business. But why are so…
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Historic Timing of AI: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity
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12:40Every generation gets a few rare moments where the timing is so powerful, it changes everything for those who move. AI is that moment. The only question is how are you going to use it? In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy shares how you can capitalize off this historic timing with AI, and why right now is the best time to take action. …
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#101 Ron Stotts - Mindfulness-Based Leadership Coach
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1:11:58Dr. Ron Stottz shares his transformational journey from Marine Corps service to becoming a mindfulness-based leadership coach who helps executives access higher states of consciousness and leadership effectiveness. • Leadership is about supporting and bringing out the best in everyone, not being in front • Personal development must happen alongside…
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The Transformative Power of Being Fully Present - Martine Cannon
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50:43How can you connect with someone at the deepest levels? You’ll discover a powerful way in this conversation that host Meredith Bell had with guest Martine Cannon. Martine opens by sharing her own transformative journey, beginning with her discovery of meditation at age 15 and culminating in her impactful work with CEOs on inner transformation. Mart…
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5 AI Trends Every Leader Needs to Know Now
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29:27To help you stay ahead of the curve with AI, I wanted to share a few AI trends and shifts I am seeing in the market and integrating into my business in the name of growth and you can too. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For High Performing Leaders. Apply Today: https://robcressy.ai/ Helping Non-Tech Entrepreneurs Grow With AI - Join Us: https://www.we…
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#100 Jake Larson "Papa Jake" - WWII Veteran
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1:55:43🎙 Episode Title: The Luckiest Man in the World – Leadership Lessons from 102-Year-Old WWII Veteran “Papa Jake” In this powerful episode of Tales of Leadership, I sit down with Jake Larson—affectionately known as “Papa Jake”—a 102-year-old World War II veteran and national treasure whose story has captivated millions across the world. Born during th…
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Lost Your Mojo? Here's How To Get It Back
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19:30On those days in which you feel like you’ve lost your mojo and your mental chatter is noisy, how do you overcome this? In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy shares how ChatGPT can help you get back into the groove of momentum. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For High Performing Leaders. Apply Today: https://robcressy.ai/ Helping Non-Tech E…
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From Self Judgment to Radical Self Love - Melanie Waite
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39:11Melanie Waite shares with Ipek Williamson her transformative journey of self-love, healing, and embracing her true essence in this powerful episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast. From a childhood experience that shaped her self-image for decades to a life-changing breakthrough that allowed her to see herself with new eyes, Melanie's story is a test…
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What is the mindset, challenges, and results of completing 75 Hard? In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy is joined by Hakim Lakhdar as he shares his experience and feelings of being on Day 75 of the mental toughness program. Interested in doing 75 Hard? Here's some tips that will help: https://robcressy.com/75-hard/ Ways I can Help: AI…
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The Future of AI: Why Q2 2025 Is One Of Those Moments You Need To Pay Attention To
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27:28One of those MASSIVE moments is happening right now in the world of AI. In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy breaks down the current state of AI, what’s about to shift in Q2 of 2025, and how leaders can use it to create serious business momentum. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For High Performing Leaders. Apply Today: https://robcressy.a…
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#99 Lon Stroschein - Founder of Normal 40 and Best-selling Author
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1:18:36Lon Stroschein is the founder of Normal 40 and best-selling author of The Trade. With a career spanning international expansion, leading a $100M division, closing a $2.1B public deal, founding a private wealth group, and serving in the U.S. Senate, Lon knows success at the highest levels. But his defining moment wasn’t in the boardroom—it was when …
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Overwhelmed By AI? Here's How To Stay Ahead Easily
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15:15Are you feeling overwhelmed at trying to stay ahead with AI? If so, this message is going to change the next 10 years of your life. In this episode of Built For The Game, Rob Cressy shares 6 things you can do to feel confident and in control of your growth and journey in implementing AI & ChatGPT into your business. Ways I can Help: AI Coaching For…
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The Ultimate State of Being: Love in Action - Steve Hardison
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55:30In this unforgettable conversation, co-hosts Meredith Bell and Ipek Williamson explore the profound wisdom of Steve Hardison, whose way of being embodies love in action. Steve shares how love—both for ourselves and others—is the ultimate state of being, shaping every aspect of our lives. Through deep listening, self-forgiveness, and intentional cho…
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If You Can Dream It, Be It with Riley Tejcek
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41:54What’s stopping you from chasing bold dreams and taking action on the life you truly want? Is it fear? Doubt? Waiting for the perfect moment? The reality is, that there will never be a perfect time, there is only now. In this powerful episode of Built For The Game, Olympic bobsled hopeful, U.S. Marine Corps captain, and children’s book author Riley…
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