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After Chris’s trip to Iceland for a leadership retreat with the team from UberStrategist, along with his wife Lindsey, our host is back for another episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast. From earthquakes to snorkeling in 37-degree water and experiencing the Blue Lagoon, today Chris shares with us his 16 most memorable experiences from Iceland and the lessons he learned along the way. You’ll hear about the UberStrategist team, what makes them so great, and how they informed Chris’s realization that business should be fun (and great people make business fun). He also explains what he learned about the global language of kindness, staying off your phone, and the rewards that come with getting out of your comfort zone before he challenges us to get out of ours. To hear about these and other profound lessons that Chris learned on his trip, tune in today! Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

It’s so important to have a strategy for those times in life when you experience major stress. Not all stress management techniques are created equal, and during today’s episode, our host equips listeners with some powerful tools for stress management. Join us to hear how Chris manages extreme stress, why even non-traditional forms of coaching are beneficial, and how you can use the metaphorical ‘glass wall’ to shield yourself from the opinions of others. We explore how fixating on the future can cause suffering in the present moment, and Chris introduces us to a laughably simple idea that will help you manage your stress. Stress management changes when you consider yourself first and get clear on the one thing that you really want. Tune in to start to equip yourself to handle anything life throws at you today! Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

Leading from the front means being visible and active at the helm of your team while still being able to see the wood for the trees. It is all a matter of perspective, which Daniel Del Real has in spades! Daniel is a first-generation American, one of the top realtors in the United States, and the leader of The Del Real Group, which has been ranked in the Top 2 among America's Best Real Estate Professionals. Daniel started his real estate career nearly two decades ago, after serving four years in the US Air Force. Today, he has fully embraced the entrepreneurial lifestyle, and not only in his professional life. He carries those leadership lessons into his family and spiritual life too, which you will learn more about in today’s episode. Ultimately, Daniel attributes his success to one simple core belief: that we are only stewards of what God has entrusted us with. In today's episode, Daniel shares his philosophies on sacrificing comfort for growth, making spiritual progress through revealed knowledge, and the importance of clarity, humility, and discipline, plus so much more. As you’ll discover, Daniel’s wisdom and experience when it comes to wealth, business, and building something meaningful is highly applicable, whether you own a business or not! Tune in today to learn more. Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

Scott Duke has founded 11 companies during his entrepreneurial journey; from fleece clothing to a hot-dog stand to a property management firm. All of Scott’s experiences taught him the value of building transferability into a business so that one day, when you’re ready, your business can be sold rather than shut down. It takes work to make a business attractive to buyers, and that’s where Scott’s expertise comes into play. Tune in this episode to hear some of the key lessons that he has learned about building to sell, what you should expect from the selling process, the importance of having a plan for your life post-sale, why you must avoid the “owner’s trap,” and more! Today, Scott is the owner of OpnRoad, a merger and acquisition advisory firm, and if you’re looking to sell your business, there’s nobody better to have in your corner!  Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

Having a life worth living involves discovering your purpose, and it is only through knowing ourselves that we can find the thing we were always meant to do. The question then becomes: ‘How can I find out who I am?’ The answer: By asking big questions! Today’s show contains some of the most valuable content ever featured on the podcast because we are lucky enough to be joined by one of Chris’ biggest mentors, Dick Dillingham. Dick has a storied career in real estate through his involvement with and contributions to Keller Williams. However, Dick sees his main role in life as that of the teacher and facilitator, and you’ll discover a few of the countless coaching and personal development programs he has been a part of today. As we trace Dick’s trajectory through different roles and mentorship initiatives, we keep circling back to one central theme: what does it mean to live a life worth living. Many of the programs that Dick has taught, from masterminds on effective presenting to modules on real estate investing, are driven by the central motive of helping participants grow into the best version of themselves. So in this episode of the show, we hear the many incredible perspectives Dick brings to the table on the subject of personal growth and the attainment of meaning. Tune in and hear Dick’s thoughts on how to truly connect with others, the difference between normal questions and big questions, and how to not just think big but take action on those dreams and turn them into a reality. Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

No matter where you are in life or business, how do you know whether you’re actually growing or you’re simply just learning? Well, in today’s episode, we break down the key distinctions between the two. Tuning in, you’ll hear the difference between learning and growing and discuss why it is important to be mindful of both. You’ll also learn where you can find some resources that will help you size up the current state of your life. To discover how you can achieve the greatest amount of transformation and growth in your life and business right now, tune in today! Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

Today we’re tackling the age-old question of how to get people to do stuff! As coaches, it’s our job to inspire our clients to take action to change their circumstances and improve their lives. There are various ways to do so and in this episode, we’re unpacking the art of leverage in moving people to action. Tune in to hear the four best ways to identify which lever to pull to change the way people think and feel, which will ultimately lead to action. Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

It isn’t a new idea that busyness doesn’t necessarily equate to success, and many people are starting to shift their focus towards passive income to support their dream lifestyles. Today’s guest takes it one step further, arguing the possibility of replacing your passive income with passionate income. Brian Luebben is a Real Estate Investor, Podcaster, and Entrepreneur from Atlanta, Georgia. Having made it to the top in a Fortune 500 Company, he decided that corporate life wasn’t for him and steadily started taking the steps to set himself up for true freedom and independence. We catch up with him all the way from Budapest, on his quest to travel around the world in one year while building the media company of his dreams. In this episode, Brian shares his inspiring philosophies on the “game of life”, choosing “light” work, and thriving off of a passionate income. We find out why he considers success to be a game of subtraction and how listening to podcasts can give you a head start in your career. Tune in to hear Brian’s advice for those who feel too restricted to reach for their objectives, and tactical steps for those who have made the bold choice to prioritize their passions.   Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, we speak to serial entrepreneur and real estate agent Brindley Tucker, owner of Your Realty Leverage, a recruiting, training, and coaching firm. Brindley is known for her ability to unite teams and help realtors get the most out of their businesses. Her diverse experience from Wall Street to real estate places her in a unique position to bridge the gap between operations and sales, and it affords her the wisdom to help leaders leverage their teams better. She has significantly impacted the people she has coached and worked with, and we are fortunate to have her with us today! We hear about her diverse experience, her various roles throughout her career, and the many lessons she has learned along the way. We also delve into understanding your conscious and subconscious and how that understanding benefits personal and professional growth. Brindley makes herself vulnerable and tells us about difficult moments in her life and how these moments shaped who she is today. We also unpack the roles of masculine and feminine energies, how to gain control of your emotions, leading with your head and not your heart, the benefits of knowing your limitations, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people that complement your strengths and weaknesses. Brindley shares some advice and basic first steps to discover what you really want in life, such as The Positive Intelligence Assessment. Finally, we hear how her personal journey has affected her dating life, what she is looking for in a partner, and much more. Tune in for one of our most jammed-packed episodes and get advice, knowledge, wisdom, and strategy from a true inspiration, Brindley Tucker! Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

“You can be anywhere you want to be in five years.” These are the words our host, Chris Goodman, heard from real estate entrepreneur and best-selling author Gary Keller at a real estate conference in 2014 that profoundly impacted his life. Today, Chris opens up about how he sat down in July of 2017 to design his vision for the future he wanted. He talks us through the four things that he wanted for himself, how he left his successful real estate career at its peak to start working towards this dream, and how he achieved it in just five years. From wanting to be married with one child to wanting to be more worldly, having a career that plays into his passions, and so much more, you’ll hear how Chris achieved his dreams, while also being encouraged by what is possible. To find out how you too can go about painting a picture for your ideal future and achieve it in just five years, tune in today! Key Points From This Episode: Today’s topic: how you can be anywhere you want to be in five years. A conference with Gary Keller that had such a profound impact on Chris’s life. What it would look like if you could have anything you wanted in five years.  How Chris left his real estate career at its peak. The four things that Chris wanted when he sat down in July of 2017 to design his vision for the future he wanted, starting with a wife and a child. A higher level of life experiences, being more worldly, and not settling. The career that would fund the life and trajectory that he wanted and play into his passions.  Building better and deeper relationships with more people.  The importance of being clear on your vision and working towards it.  How a coach may help you to achieve your goals. How this process is not complicated and a challenge to think bigger and get clear on your vision. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Gary Keller  Keller Williams Realty, Inc.  Chris Goodman Goodman Coaching Application Goodman Coaching Inc  Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

Today on Relentless Growth, you’ll hear from two well-respected coaches about their approach to money, both as a married couple and as CEOs: those coaches are none other than your host, Chris Goodman, and his wife, Lindsey Mango (also known as Lindsey Goodman)! This conversation is a wonderful addition to some of the topics we have already covered on the podcast, including pushing how big you can think in your life and in your business and stretching the boundaries of what you believe is possible with your money, as well as your relationships. We take a deep dive into the roles of flexibility, trust, communication, and compromise and emphasize the value of examining whether your decisions are rooted in lack or abundance. We also spotlight the importance of allowing one another to make empowered decisions rather than asking for permission and remind you that there is no ‘right’ way to treat money as a married couple or as a CEO, plus so much more! This is an in-depth and insightful look at money, marriage, and business that you won’t want to miss!  Key Points From This Episode: Our initial thought on how we manage money as a married couple. Why Lindsey’s strong, innate sense of commitment can be both a blessing and a curse. The role of flexibility when it comes to how you follow through on your commitments. The trust and communication that is central to how we manage our money as a couple. Insight into why we both see coaching as a priority investment in our businesses. The consequences of rooting your decisions in abundance or lack, fear or faith. Why money can be like a spotlight that illuminates issues beneath the surface of a marriage. The role of compromise and taking ownership of your emotions. Differentiating between “getting permission” and making empowered decisions. A look at our different approaches to how we manage money as CEOs. A reminder that money is neutral; we assign meaning to it! Tips for using your ‘why’ to guide your investment decisions. An invitation to examine your relationship with money, individually and as a couple. Why there is no ‘right’ way to treat money as a married couple or as a CEO. Using Robert Kiyosaki’s ‘cashflow quadrant’ to rethink financial freedom as business owners. Some of our favorite resources and recommended reads (and our key takeaways)! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Lindsey Mango Coaching Lindsey Mango on LinkedIn Lindsey Mango on Instagram Anything But Average Podcast Rich Dad’s Cashflow Quadrant Principles You Are a Badass at Making Money A Happy Pocket Full of Money The Almanack of Naval Ravikant Chris Goodman Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

Unfortunately, nobody is immune to frustration. It’s a completely normal symptom of being human and reacting to certain stimuli. We can, however, learn to take responsibility for our reactions and manage our feelings of frustration as they arise. In this episode, you’ll discover six ways to deal with frustration in a mature and healthy manner. We delve into the value of curiosity and how to employ the OODA loop in moments of frustration. And, if those tactics fail you, you can practice observing your thoughts and asking yourself who you need to be in this particular moment. Alternatively, you can simply change your state by changing your focus, or allow yourself some space and time, and today, you’ll find out how to do so! Tune in to learn more about managing your expectations, thus frustrations, with just six simple steps!  Key Points From This Episode: What you can expect from the 90-day Relentless Growth Mastermind. The relentless nature of mastery. Today’s topic: how to deal with frustration! What frustration is and why we are personally responsible for our own frustration. How some people are behaviorally hardwired to get frustrated quicker than other people. The importance of taking a higher level of responsibility for your reactions. Step one: Approach your frustration with curiosity. Step two: Use the OODA loop to deal with frustration. Step three: Observe your thoughts in moments of frustration. Step four: Ask yourself who you need to be in this moment. Step five: Change your state. The triad of the human state: physiology, focus, and language.   Step six: Add some space and time. How to add space and time without physically leaving the room. A quick recap of the six best ways to deal with frustration! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Chris Goodman Goodman Coaching Application Goodman Coaching Inc  The Relentless Growth Mastermind DISC Assessment Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

Joining us in conversation today, we have Ryan Brazzell, founder of Assistant Launch, which helps high level entrepreneurs and CEOs to gain freedom in their personal and professional lives by getting time back. Ryan’s team of Executive Assistants have saved clients over 10 million dollars worth of time, and over 60 000 hours for them to focus on high level activities. During today’s conversation, Ryan unpacks the difference between a Virtual Assistant and an Executive Assistant, before revealing the ins and outs of his process and how he gains a deep understanding of who the client is, personally and professionally, before determining what they need. Ryan introduces us to the three zones he uses to distinguish where you thrive, and where you need support. Learn about the role of coaching, his focus on helping clients to understand what is possible, and why it is so important to live a full life beyond your work. Tune in today to hear all this and more!  Key Points From This Episode: The 90 Day Relentless Growth Masterclass and why Chris created it.  What you get with the 90 Day Mastermind, including weekly coaching, life advice, and friends for life. Ryan’s goal at Assistant Launch, to help level entrepreneurs and CEOs to gain freedom in their personal lives and get time back. The difference between a Virtual Assistant and an Executive Assistant and what that means. What we generally expect during the beginning phases of entrepreneurship and why it doesn’t have to be that way. What his process begins with: trying to get a deep understanding of who the client is.  Why part of their work is to help clients to understand what is possible. The conversation he has with every client about what they are passionate about and proficient at. What he refers to as the Distraction Zone: where you are passionate but not proficient. The Drudgery Zone where you are proficient at something but not passionate about it. The difference between having a time management problem and having a decision making problem. Why oftentimes you don’t need a second version of yourself, but someone who is different. A hindrance to hiring help: the question of what will be left for you to do.  The importance of coaching in identifying your blindspots. What Ryan’s girlfriend teaches her dance students: the importance of living a full life. The role of an executive assistant in getting you organized with expense tracking, bill management, and more. Why you have to understand how to properly delegate to thrive with an executive assistant. The self love, systems, and infrastructure necessary to support an executive assistance.  The general rule with anyone they hire: they have to be someone Ryan would have coffee with. Ryan’s book recommendations: Awareness, Almanack of Naval Ravikant, Traction, Rocket Fuel, the Third Door, Will by Will Smith, Blue Fishing. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ryan Brazzell on LinkedIn Assistant Launch Almanack of Naval Ravikant Awareness Traction Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

Traumatic life experiences can trigger a cascade of painful emotions, limiting beliefs, and destructive behaviors that might seem impossible to resolve. But today’s guest has developed a revolutionary method for quickly and painlessly clearing the ongoing effects of traumatic events, even if they’ve been repressed or forgotten. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Jon Connelly, who has been conducting training programs for medical, mental health, and life coaches for more than 40 years. He is the author of Life Changing Conversations, a book demonstrating that a single conversation can create profound and lasting life improvements, and the soon-to-be-released book, Grief is Not Sacred, on how people can move past the agony of grief. Dr. Connelly also founded the non-profit organization, the Institute for Survivors of Sexual Violence (ISSV), which conducts research into advanced methods of his signature Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) for treating survivors of sexual trauma. In today’s episode, he shares the remarkable story of how he found himself in this line of work after graduating with a degree in history and what inspired him to develop a new system that uplifts people rather than assigning pathological labels. We also take a look at current problems with the mental health industry, why Dr. Connelly promotes shifting the notion of ‘self’ over teaching self-love, and why he doesn’t believe traumatic events need to be relived in order to be purged. For all this and so much more, make sure not to miss today’s inspiring conversation with Dr. Jon Connelly! Key Points From This Episode: Dr. Connelly shares the remarkable story of how he found himself in this line of work. How he discovered that most people are negatively impacted by past life experiences. Some of the issues with the manner in which the mental health industry approaches trauma. Why Dr. Connelly wanted to develop a new system that uplifts people rather than assigning them with pathological labels. How RRT helps people shift self-concept and experience freedom from emotional turmoil.  The importance of moving away from the idea that you are your own worst enemy. Dr. Connelly conducts a live demonstration of RRT with your host, Chris Goodman! A new understanding of inner peace and clarity using the analogy of the sun, which is always burning; it’s only our awareness of it that changes. Why Dr. Connelly focuses on shifting the notion of ‘self’ rather than teaching self-love. The high level of responsibility that Dr. Connelly assumes in order to make a difference. Understanding the subconscious correlation between our emotions, beliefs, and actions. Why Dr. Connelly doesn’t believe that trauma needs to be relived in order to be purged. The value of learning to think abundantly and trust, even when it feels uncomfortable. How knowing these two things about the unconscious mind can help you overcome fear. Parting words of wisdom from Dr. Connelly: regularly listen to an opposing point of view. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Institute for Rapid Resolution Therapy Solutions! Free Weekly Group Institute for Survivors of Sexual Violence Chris Goodman Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

At the end of the day, we're all struggling, we’re all growing. And nobody, no matter what circumstance they find themselves in, no matter how rich they are, how little work they have to do, how many family members they have, or how deep their support network is; everybody has stress and fear, and everybody has something to outgrow, including you. Today our host, Chris Goodman, opens up about the value of coaching and a profound revelation that he had in a session with one of his own coaches, Dr. Keith Waggoner. Chris talks about how much money he spends on coaching, why he has three coaches, and why he believes it’s such a valuable investment, before he explains how his own coach helped him uncover what was really holding him back. He then explains how he came to discover the three underlying fears at the root of the stress he was feeling, and breaks down how to go about addressing these blockages. To find out how you can get to the root of your fears and change those thoughts into something that empowers you so that you can reach new levels of success, happiness, and relentless growth, tune in today!  Key Points From This Episode: Today’s topic: A revelation that Chris had with one of his coaches. The goal of this episode: to give listeners permission that it’s okay to keep growing and evolving.   How everybody has stress, fear, or something to outgrow. Why you should consider where you need to grow most.  How the Relentless Growth Mastermind may be beneficial to you. Why Chris has three coaches and how much he invests in coaching.  How one of Chris’s coaches, Keith Wagner, helped him uncover what was really holding him back and how it was not what Chris expected. How it’s not the feedback that causes the transformation, it’s the change in how he thinks. The three underlying fears at the root of the stress Chris has been feeling.  How to address fears like these: change those thoughts into something that empowers you.  Why it’s okay to think those fearful thoughts from time to time, but it’s not okay to stay there. How to get to the root of your fears.  The next step: to get curious as to why your brain holds on to these fears.  Chris’s challenge to listeners to make a decision or commitment as to what you’re going to do about what’s holding you back.  Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Dr. Keith Waggoner  Chris Goodman Goodman Coaching Application Goodman Coaching Inc  The Relentless Growth Mastermind Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

On today’s show, we’re taking a break from our regular format to bring you a live coaching session led by Chris Goodman himself! Tuning in you’ll hear him coach Kristen Sterling, a realtor from California, as they strategize goals on how to grow her business and uncover the fear, insecurity, and doubt that's been holding her back. In their conversation Kristen shares her goal to create 75 YouTube videos to grow her business, what she hopes to gain from it, and what she suspects might be holding her back. You’ll hear Chris help Kristen uncover the root of her fears, how she has stepped out of her comfort zone in the past, and how anyone can draw on lessons from past successes to reach her goals. We also discuss the value of having a coach, why accountability is key, and how to find the type of motivation that is based on what you truly want. By the end of today’s session, Kristen seamlessly shifted from a fear mindset to one of abundance and was excited to get started with her project. We’re so happy that Kristen had the courage to participate in today’s live coaching session and can’t wait to see how her videos turn out. Tune to see Chris in action and get to know Kristen Sterling in this special episode! Key Points From This Episode: See Chris in action during this special live coaching episode. Meet Kristen Sterling, a realtor from California and today’s special guest. An overview of what to expect from a coaching session with Chris. Kristen shares her desire to start a YouTube channel and grow her business. Hear Kristen unpack the obstacles that have prevented her from starting a channel. Chris helps Kristen identify a time in her life when she persevered through discomfort. How Kristen found extra confidence and reserves to see her through that season. Examples of how our brains protect us from vulnerability. Chris helps Kristen visualize how her decision-making would need to change for her to achieve her goals. Chris shares the exercise Pat Mancuso taught him about getting clear on one’s priorities. Hear Chris and Kristen brainstorm what the first few topics for her videos should be. How this exercise helped Kristen feel closer to her goals. Why it’s important to ask yourself ‘what’s the worst that could happen?’. Chris shares his observations on how Kristen shifted from a fear state to a contribution state during their session. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Kristen Sterling on InstagramKristen Sterling on Facebook The Relentless Growth Podcast Episode 40: From a Mobile Home to 81 Million Views with Justin & Megan Hickman Chris Goodman Goodman Coaching Application Goodman Coaching Inc  The Relentless Growth Mastermind Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

This episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast is a bit different. Today, our host Chris Goodman allows us to listen in on a live coaching session that he conducts with his wife Lindsey Mango. In order to show people how coaching can really help them achieve better results in different facets of their lives, Chris and Lindsey invite people in to witness exactly how it works. Prior to the session, Chris describes what you should be listening out for and Lindsey explains why she wanted to share this conversation and how the realization that she had in it is applicable to listeners. Tuning in you’ll learn about Lindsey’s goal, why she struggles to believe in this goal, and some of the doubts she has before Chris helps her unpack what is preventing her from fully believing in her dream. You’ll hear Lindsey's profound realization about taking an emotional risk, why not being willing to take this risk could cost her everything, and how you can apply this revelation to your own life. For this emotional, real, raw, profound, and potentially life-changing discussion, tune in today! Key Points From This Episode: Why Chris decided to let us listen in on a live-coaching session with his wife Lindsey. What you should listen out for in the conversation. Lindsey’s intro to this episode and why she wanted to share this discussion.  How this conversation exhibits what coaching looks like if you’re thinking of becoming a coach or a client.  How the realization that Lindsey has in this conversation is applicable to listeners.  The start of the coaching session and the goal that Lindsey wants to reach.  The lack of belief she has in her goal and some of the doubts she has about it.  What her beliefs would be if she had complete faith in her ability to hit her goal. How Chris perceives the differences between her doubts and her beliefs. The resistance Lindsey feels in her body that prevents her from believing in her dream.  How Lindsey feels caught between a trust fall and trying to have complete control. The realization that the emotional risk involved is the part that she is most afraid of.  How not being willing to take this emotional risk could cost her everything. What it would look like to move forward without regret.  How Lindsey hopes to be leading by example by taking this emotional risk. More resources to help you on your coaching journey. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Lindsey Mango Coaching  Lindsey Mango Coaching on Instagram The Anything but Average Podcast Chris Goodman Goodman Coaching on Instagram Goodman Coaching Application Goodman Coaching Inc  Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

My coaching clients are benefiting from Pat Mancuso’s work and I’m so impressed that I had to share it with you here…Pat is helping some of my clients get nearly 200k EACH with a ERC recovery.What does that mean, and why does that matter to you?Because if you have W2 employees, and enjoy getting money back that’s already earmarked for businesses like yours, then you need to listen to today’s guest…You might remember Pat Mancuso from one year ago on Relentless Growth episode #54 (when we discussed how to stop wasting your potential in life & business.) Pat is a highly recognized thought leader, entrepreneur, and consultant, and one of the greatest coaches in the world (and I know because I’ve coached with him for hundreds of hours).He has built multiple successful businesses, including a real estate brokerage firm that reached nearly one billion dollars in less than four years.And now I’ve asked Pat to come back onto the show to specifically discuss ONE THING:How he’s helping business owners get ERC (Employee Retention Credit) checks.If you own a business this can potentially help you get money (that you’ve already earned) into your hands so you can grow your business even faster.Hear how in today’s episode!Highlights from #106: Get started with this free ERTC Survey to see if you qualify for credit recovery. Introducing Pat Mancuso: coach, CEO, consultant, thought leader, and successful entrepreneur. What is ERC and why does it matter for business owners? The widespread misinformation and lack of knowledge regarding ERC credit recovery. What Pat discovered when he first explored the tax credit recovery for himself. Advice to people who hesitate to pursue credit recovery. Why you should still take advantage of credit recovery even if your business did ‘okay’ during the pandemic How clients get audit protection with Pat’s company Why a research analyst prepares in-depth details about the implication of government mandates on each individual client How conflict can arise when your CPA lacks knowledge in credit recovery (aka, how you might get poor advice) Requirements to qualify for ERC / ERTC Pat’s advice: you owe it to your business to educate yourself about this and see if you business is eligible! Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

We have a limited time on earth, and many of us spend that time caught in the hamster wheel of the nine-to-five grind. Our guests today are living the alternative. For Kim and Rob Murgatroyd, life comes first, and their income streams exist to support their dreams. In fact, you may already know Rob and Kim from social media and their inspiring travels around the world! Rob is a former chiropractor and the creator of the Work Hard Play Hard Podcast, and, in this episode, you’ll discover how this formidable couple made the dramatic decision to sell their chiropractic clinic and pursue a life of joy, travel, and creativity. We talk about how contrast creates clarity, and what, in the Murgatroyds’ case, gave them the clarity to up and move to Florence, Italy with their seven-year-old daughter. Rob and Kim reflect on “stupid idea time” and how this simple act of dreaming “impossible” dreams changed their lives. We also touch on the magic momentum of decision-making, what tends to interrupt “flow”, the dangers of being addicted to success, and so much more! Tune in to hear Rob and Kim’s awe-inspiring story and their advice on how to wake up from the trance of the rat race and pursue your dreams! Key Points From This Episode: Rob and Kim Murgatroyd’s life-first approach and what instigated their shift from the rat race.  How they create multiple streams of income to travel around the world. Kim explains how “contrast creates clarity”. The dramatic resolution to shut their chiropractic clinic and live their dream life. How something called “stupid idea time” changed their life. The Murgatroyds’ various attempts to become location-independent entrepreneurs. What accelerated their move from California to Italy. The question Chris asked that gave Rob clarity about his decision to move to Italy. How everything lined up to support their life in Florence, against all odds. The magic of making a decision. The life-changing events Kim and Rob host for business owners around the world: what inspired them, how they’re structured, and the purpose they fulfill. Rob and Kim’s greatest struggles right now despite living their dream life. Kim’s perspective on addiction to success. What interrupts “flow” and creativity. How to wake up from the trance of the nine-to-five grind lifestyle and follow your dreams! Rob and Kim’s book and podcast recommendations. Who said, “I would rather smile in my Toyota, than cry in my Ferrari.” Rob’s experience of coaching with Chris. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Work Hard Play Hard Podcast Rob Murgatroyd on LinkedIn Rob Murgatroyd on Instagram Kim Murgatroyd on Instagram Live Life Now Podcast Originals by Adam Grant The Latte Factor by David Bach The GaryVee Audio Experience The Chalene Show Chris Goodm Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching

Oftentimes, entrepreneurs choose their path to avoid the tyranny of overbearing employers. Why, then, do so many become their own terrible boss? Joining us today to share his open-minded, openhearted perspective is our very own coaching client, Mario Kroll. Mario has a fascinating background, from serving in the US Army JAG Corps to founding Wargamer, rebooting and leading Kalypso Media’s North American and Asian video game publishing business, and finally founding the impressively successful gaming PR and marketing company, UberStrategist. In this episode, you’ll find out how Mario overcame the entrepreneurial myth, stepped back, and empowered his team to exercise their expertise. You’ll also learn about Mario’s mindfulness practices and how coaching assisted his personal transformation, as well as how it continues to benefit both him and his team. Mario is someone who has dared to follow his passions and look within, and today, he fills us in on how he has mastered the four-day work week and how he aims to guide his employees to unlock the answers, rather than simply telling them what to do. Tune in to hear Mario’s inspiring journey, and to find out how you too can avoid being a prisoner in your own business!  Key Points From This Episode: Introducing Chris’ coaching client, Mario Kroll, CEO of UberStrategist. UberStrategist’s impressive word-of-mouth referral rate. The exponential growth UberStrategist has seen and Mario’s ambitious goals for 2022. Mario’s inspiring story of personal growth, from divorce and bankruptcy to immense success. Resources for those struggling with addiction. How coaching has assisted Mario’s transformation. Mario’s goal to create opportunities for others with his business. What he attributes his success to: luck, reputation, and empowering others! How Mario overcame the entrepreneurial myth, stepped back, and empowered his team.  Mario’s recommended books. How coaching and mindfulness practices have shifted his mindset. What prevents entrepreneurs from keeping things simple, fun, and easy. Mario’s advice for other business owners: take inventory of your successes and define your own metrics of success. How Mario’s mindfulness practice has influenced his business. How both Mario and his team have benefited from Chris’ coaching. The debilitating nature of perfectionism. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Mario Kroll on LinkedIn Mario Kroll on Instagram Mario Kroll Email UberStrategist UberStrategist Opportunities Wargamer Kalypso Media Dr. Adi Jaffe The E-Myth Revisited Who Not How Chris Goodman Goodman Coaching Application Goodman Coaching Inc  Get to know Chris - Connect on Instagram Coach with Chris Learn more about Goodman Coaching