Best Darren C Joe Podcasts (2025)

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Mindset Matters - Episode #200 - The Whole is Greater Than The Sum of the Parts....Here's Why: Lessons From 200 Episodes of Mindset Matters 36:18

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In this special milestone episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany celebrate their 200th conversation — four years of showing up every week to explore the thoughts that shape our lives. What began as small, incremental steps — “bricks” laid one at a time — has become something much larger: a body of work, a philosophy, and a practice that h…

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#230 Five Keys to MBA Admissions Success with N'doli Jean-Hugues Cherif, Insead MBA '26 1:26:14

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Darren talks with N'doli Jean-Hugues "Cherif," a French and Ivorian candidate who gained admission to both INSEAD and London Business School's MBA programs. Cherif, an older full-time MBA candidate with diverse experience across five roles - including audit, management consulting, investment banking and infrastructure project finance in the public …

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Mindset Matters - Episode #199 - Are You Faking It or Just Fearing It? Busting the Myth of Imposter Syndrome 31:45

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In this insightful episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany unpack one of the most pervasive and rarely discussed challenges in personal and professional development: imposter syndrome. Through the powerful story of Claire, a successful architect paralyzed by self-doubt, they explore how high achievers can still feel like frauds despite ove…

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TEDM – Mike Koenigs – Innovation, Reinvention and Building a Life That Works For You! (Episode 226) 1:40:52

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Mike Koenigs is a serial entrepreneur with five successful exits, a 19x bestselling author, and a dynamic speaker who has engaged audiences of thousands. He has contributed to Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Fast Company and served as a judge on Entrepreneur.com's "Elevator Pitch" TV show. Mike specializes in helping entrepreneurs create impactful, lifes…

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Mindset Matters – Episode #198 – Does the World Punish Honesty? Exploring Truth in a Divided Society 39:26

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In this deeply reflective episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany dive headfirst into a challenging question: Does the world punish honesty? Drawing inspiration from a powerful quote often attributed to George Orwell, “The further a society drifts from the truth, the more it will hate those who speak it,” they open up an unfiltered convers…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #197 - Clarity Equals Velocity: The Real Reason You Feel Stuck 37:30

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In this insightful and emotionally honest episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany explore one of their core philosophies: clarity equals velocity. Through personal anecdotes, relationship dynamics, and mental performance coaching principles, they unpack what clarity really means and why it is often more layered and elusive than we realize.…

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TEDM – Katelyn Good – Undeniably Good (Episode 225) 1:18:50

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Katelyn Good is a former world-class athlete turned mental performance coach and marketing leader. A national champion in both Canada and Denmark, Kate represented her countries at four World Figure Skating Championships. After retiring from elite sport, she built and led high-performing marketing teams, helping scale one company all the way to IPO…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #196 - The Michelangelo Effect: Chipping Away to Discover Your True Self 33:38

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In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany dive deep into a concept they call The Michelangelo Effect. Inspired by the legendary sculptor who claimed to “see the angel in the marble and carve until he set him free,” they explore how personal transformation is not about adding more to our lives, but about…

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Mindset Matters – Episode #195 – Throwback Thursday: Are You Tired or Just Leaking Energy? Find Out Now 28:22

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In this energizing throwback Thursday episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Olympic mental performance coach Steffany Hanlen dive deep into a topic that quietly drains our potential: energy leaks. These subtle, often unnoticed drains on our mental, emotional, and physical energy can have a major impact on focus, creativity, and overall well-being…

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TEDM – Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco – Faith, Service, Rocket Fuel, Unstoppable (Episode 224) 1:06:01

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Mike C-Roc Ciorrocco is a futurist, serial entrepreneur, and luminary in the world of business. As the founder of That1 Brand, he has demonstrated an unparalleled knack for launching and scaling successful enterprises. Renowned for his visionary leadership and dynamic speaking abilities, Mike is the author of the acclaimed book, "ROCKET FUEL: Conve…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #194 - Clarity Equals Velocity: The Power of MindShui Thinking 35:31

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In this episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany introduce and unpack a transformative approach they call “MindShui” – a method inspired by Feng Shui, but designed for the mind. Rather than just focusing on mindset, which Patrick explains has become an overused term, MindShui is about intentionally decluttering your thoughts, uncovering hid…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #193 - Partner With Your Ego: How to Stop Battling Yourself 44:54

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In this powerful episode of the Mindset Matters podcast, Patrick and Steffany take a deep dive into a topic that touches every aspect of our daily lives: the ego. Titled Partner With Your Ego, this conversation explores what it really means to stop battling your ego and instead learn how to understand it, work with it and grow through it. Patrick o…

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TEDM – Matt Theriault – Building Epic Wealth, Through the Power of Real Estate (Episode 223) 1:08:15

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Matt Theriault is the Founder of Epic Real Estate™. Matt is a fifth-generation California native and Desert Storm Veteran (USMC) and has worked as a full-time real estate professional since 2003. After building a small real estate empire without using one dime of his own money or one point of his own credit (mostly because he was lacking both when …

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Mindset Matters - Episode #192 - I’m Not Enough? The Hidden Belief Blocking Your Purpose 46:09

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In this powerful episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany unpack a foundational truth: true health, authentic freedom, and purposeful living all begin within. The conversation starts with a compelling insight: “You don’t need to find your purpose—you need to clear the noise so it can find you.” Clarity, they argue, isn’t about trying harder…

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Mindset Matters – Episode #191 – From Micro Adjustments to Massive Success: The Kaizen Mindset Explained 30:47

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Small Shifts, Big Change – Mindset Matters Podcast Ep. 191 In this episode, hosts Patrick and Steffany unpack the power of Kaizen—the Japanese philosophy of continuous, incremental improvement—showing how “small shifts create big changes.” Framed by Patrick’s concept of “Mind Shui” (feng shui for the mind) and Steffany’s 25-year “Quantum Speed” tra…

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TEDM – Chelsey and Stephen Diaz – The Rainmaker Family, Creating a Thriving Family Legacy (Episode 222) 1:14:07

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Meet Chelsey and Stephen Diaz, the dynamic founders of The Rainmaker Family, dedicated to guiding families towards financial abundance and time freedom so they can leave a thriving family legacy. Taking a bold step in 2017, they shifted from a service-based wedding photography business where they were trading dollars for hours to go all in online p…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #190 - Are We Messing Up Our Kids? Mindset Matters on Modern Parenting Mistakes 38:12

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In this Father’s Day-adjacent episode of the Mindset Matters podcast, hosts Patrick and Steffany tackle a provocative parenting truth: even with the best intentions, we inevitably program our children with the same hidden beliefs we spend adulthood trying to break. Drawing on decades of coaching thousands of young athletes and entrepreneurs, they e…

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Mindset Matters – Episode #189 – Attention Is Currency: Why Living in the Moment Boosts Success 41:30

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In this week’s Mindset Matters episode, “It’s a Gift,” hosts Patrick Francey and Steffany-Hanlen Francey unpack why the present moment is the single most powerful asset in your personal-growth toolkit. If you’ve ever found yourself replaying past traumas or fast-forwarding into anxious worst-case scenarios, this conversation will recalibrate your f…

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TEDM – Darren Mitchell – Control and Compound; Infinite Banking for Infinite Options (Episode 221) 1:03:41

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After 20 successful years in the pension and individual financial planning industry Darren Mitchell started to realize the typical financial planning strategies most people were following were not working. The result of these findings was a 3-year education crusade. Darren realized all the financial education he received as an advisor came from Wal…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #188 - Navigating the Lonely Chapter: How Personal Growth Redefines Identity 33:07

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In this weeks’ episode of Mindset Matters, hosts Patrick Francey and Steffany-Hanlen Francey shine a light on the hidden reality that meaningful personal development can feel isolating. Patrick opens with the metaphor that life is a book and authentic growth means “turning the next page” even when no one else is ready to read along. That in-between…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #187 - Trapped by Comfort: The Region Beta Paradox Explained 35:03

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In this compelling episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany explore a powerful concept: the Region Beta Paradox—a psychological phenomenon that explains why we often stay stuck in mediocre situations simply because they’re “not that bad.” Whether it’s an unfulfilling job, a stagnant relationship, or a comfort zone that’s become a cage, the …

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TEDM – Dr. Tracy Gapin – Pioneer in Precision Medicine and Peak Performance (Episode 220) 1:08:57

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Dr. Tracy Gapin, MD, FACS, is a renowned expert in men’s health optimization and longevity, with over 25 years of experience as a board-certified urologist. He founded the Gapin Institute to help high-performing individuals, including entrepreneurs, executives, and athletes, achieve peak performance through personalized health programs. Dr. Gapin i…

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Mindset Matters – Episode #186 – From Fear to Faith: How Real Confidence Is Built, Not Felt 32:56

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In this powerful and relatable episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany explore the true nature of confidence through the lens of a compelling parable about a young boy named Eli who builds a bridge—despite the doubts of others and his own inexperience. The story becomes the foundation for a meaningful discussion about self-trust, belief, a…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #185 - The Courage to Be Disliked: How Top Performers Think Differently 32:37

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In this episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany dive deep into the internal prison so many of us live in: the fear of other people’s opinions. They explore how this mindset quietly limits our decisions, confidence, and potential, and they challenge listeners to reflect on the emotional and mental cost of constantly seeking validation. At t…

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TEDM – Tiffany Hurd & Rachel Pastor – Trailblazing a Path of Radical Healing and Conscious Leadership Through Microdosing (Episode 219) 1:09:29

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Rachel Pastor Rachel Pastor is a dynamic entrepreneur, transformation expert, and advocate for holistic wellness. Overcoming a five-year battle with heroin addiction and homelessness, Rachel discovered the transformative power of mindset, habits, and psychedelics, which led her to a life dedicated to helping others heal and thrive. As the founder o…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #184 - Grounding, Self-Judgment, and the Secret to True Confidence 31:32

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In this insightful and down-to-earth episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany dive deep into the concept of grounding—what it truly means, why it’s essential, and how to consciously apply it in everyday situations. Whether you're stepping onto a stage, heading into a difficult conversation, or simply feeling emotionally overwhelmed, groundi…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #183 - Why You Feel Stuck: The Limiting Beliefs You Didn’t Know You Had 38:10

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In episode 183 of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany dive into a powerful and eye-opening conversation about the unconscious beliefs that hold people back from living their most authentic, empowered lives. Drawing from Patrick’s recent presentation with Alfonso Cuadra at a real estate and personal development event, they explore “The 11 Hidden B…

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TEDM – Nancy MacKay – Populating the World with Inspiring Leaders (Episode 218) 53:19

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Nancy MacKay is the founder and CEO of MacKay CEO Forums, an organization that provides the highest impact and least time-intensive peer support groups for CEOs, executives, and business owners across Canada and around the world. Since founding MacKay CEO Forums in 2005, Nancy has been dedicated to fostering inspiring leadership through confidentia…

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#229 AI's Impact on MBA Careers: An Insider's Perspective 40:52

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Darren confronts his own "AI anxiety" with Sabine King, Director of the Career Accelerator at the Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) at University of New South Wales (UNSW). Together, they explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the demand for MBA graduates, the evolving strategies of career services, and how leading busi…

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Mindset Matters – Episode #182 – Mind Shui: How to Clear Mental Clutter and Reset Your Life 29:46

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In this reflective and energizing episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany share insights from a transformative retreat in Sedona, Arizona, where they hit pause on the noise of life to reconnect, recharge, and reset. Immersed in nature and guided coaching, their time away became a powerful reminder of the importance of creating sacred space…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #181 - The Power of Letting Go: Stop Holding the Banana and Start Moving Forward 32:00

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In this thought-provoking episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany Francey dive deep into the metaphor of “the banana” — the limiting beliefs, old identities, emotional baggage, and outdated stories we cling to that keep us stuck and prevent growth. Using the story of how hunters trap monkeys with bananas, Patrick explores how our grip on t…

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TEDM – Jeremy Delk – Failing His Way to Success (Episode 217) 1:14:32

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Born and raised in a small town and from a blue-collar household, Jeremy always held much bigger dreams. He longed to experience the world outside his small hometown of Bardstown, Kentucky. He jumped into entrepreneurial ventures with the naivety of a child and the tenacity of a tycoon. He started day trading at the age of sixteen, learning and fai…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #180 - Throwback Thursday - Intimate Insights: Straight Talk about Intimacy 31:03

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Join Patrick and Steffany in this thought provoking throwback episode of the “Everyday Millionaire Mindset Matters”. This week (previously recorded in October of 2023), they explore a topic that touches the core of our humanity: Intimacy. This fundamental human need knows no gender boundaries; it’s the glue that binds us together, creating deep con…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #179 - I’m Not Enough: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Inner Criticism 36:52

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Mindset Matters podcast, hosts Patrick and Steffany Francey dive into a universal and often unconscious belief that holds so many people back: “I’m not enough.” Whether it’s not smart enough, not successful enough, not attractive enough, or just not worthy, this pervasive inner dialogue can quietl…

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TEDM – Craig Skauge – Your Hub for Smarter Real Estate Investing (Episode 216) 56:16

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Craig Skauge, recognized as a recipient of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 in 2019, holds the positions of President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director at Olympia Trust Company. Moreover, Craig’s contributions to regulatory bodies are noteworthy, having served as a former member of the Alberta Securities Commission’s Exempt Market Dealer Advisory Comm…

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Mindset Matters – Episode #178 – The Comfort Trap: Stop Settling and Start Growing 33:33

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In this powerful episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany Francey dive deep into the deceptive allure of the comfort zone and explore how it might be quietly crushing your dreams. Together, they unpack the emotional and psychological patterns that keep us stuck in safe, familiar spaces—at the cost of real growth and personal fulfillment. Us…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #177 - Put Your Ego to Work! 41:18

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In Episode 177 of the Mindset Matters podcast, Patrick and Steffany Francey continue their deep dive into ego—expanding on insights from Episode 176. Far from being the enemy, ego is a fundamental part of our identity. The key is learning how to master it rather than let it control us. Key Takeaways: ✅ Ego vs. Self-Esteem: Ego craves external valid…

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TEDM – Marques Colston – Built for the Team Win, Powered by Integrity (Episode 215) 1:00:30

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A seasoned business leader, Marques Colston’s business career is shaped by the perspectives and lived experiences gained from his journey to becoming an unlikely NFL standout. Marques’s journey from small school prospect through a decade-long NFL career taught him how success has to be earned every day and sustaining it at the highest level require…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #176 - Your Ego is Not Your Enemy! 40:31

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In this thought-provoking episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany take a deep dive into the concept of ego—its role in our lives, relationships, and personal growth. Inspired by Ryan Holiday’s Ego is the Enemy, they challenge the notion that ego is something to be eliminated, instead framing it as both a protector and a potential roadblock…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #175 - Integrity: WTF? I'm Confused! 32:15

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In this thought-provoking episode of Mindset Matters, hosts Patrick and Steffany Hanlen Francey take a deep dive into the meaning of integrity—one of the most frequently cited core values, yet often misunderstood. They challenge listeners to redefine integrity, moving beyond societal judgments and external expectations to a deeply personal standard…

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TEDM – Joe Norelli – Fearless and Fully Committed (Episode 214) 1:07:28

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Joe Norelli started his first venture in 1992 which brought him from New York to Florida for the second time and he hasn’t looked back. He is the founder of 35 Technologies Group, a manufacturing company that specializes in defense and aeronautical systems. Joe currently owns 17 separate ventures, including manufacturing companies, real estate, a w…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #174 - From Feedback to Flourishing: How Frustration Fuels Personal Growth 36:24

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In this enlightening episode of the Mindset Matters podcast, hosts Patrick and Steffany dive deep into the transformative power of frustration. They reveal that frustration isn’t merely a negative emotion—it’s a powerful feedback mechanism signaling unmet expectations and misaligned values. According to the conversation, frustration often arises wh…

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#228 3 Exercises to Design Your Life and Find Best Fit MBA Programs 18:45

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Darren shares 3 design thinking exercises from Bill Burnett and Dave Evan's Designing Your Life that will help you build a joyful life - and find MBA programs you are excited about. Topics Introduction (0:00) Make Odyssey Plans - Imagining Life 1, 2 and 3 (3:45) Prototype - "Building is Thinking" (8:20) Wayfind - Following Energy and Engagement (13…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #173 - The Psychology of Meaning: Why Hope & Purpose Matter 35:26

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In this episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany dive deep into the psychology of meaning and how our present influences both our past and future. Drawing on insights from renowned psychologists Dr. Roy Baumeister and Dr. Kathleen Vohs, they explore the idea that present events derive meaning from their connection to future outcomes. The co…

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TEDM – Tommy Mello – In it to Win It, Together (Episode 213) 1:19:51

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Tommy Mello is the CEO of A1 Garage Door Service, a $200M company that spans across more than 20 US states. He is the host of The Mello Millionaire podcast and the Home Service Expert podcast. Additionally, he holds ownership, partnership, or investment positions in 14 other ventures, spanning from Christmas lights to real estate to mobile apps. To…

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Mindset Matters - Episode #172 - Pleasure vs. Happiness: Why You Might Be Chasing the Wrong One 38:34

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In this episode, Patrick and Steffany explore a thought-provoking question: Are we truly happy, or are we just chasing pleasure? While many people confuse the two, they explain how happiness is an internal, long-term state, while pleasure is a short-lived external high that can leave us feeling empty once it fades. Patrick and Steffany discuss how …

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Mindset Matters - Episode #171 - Is Life Even Fair? 35:23

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In this episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany dive into the loaded concept of fairness. They unpack how “fair” is often used in political, business, and personal conversations, yet its meaning is highly subjective. Patrick kicks off the discussion with a provocative example: a financial agreement where one party lends money at an agreed …