The Art of Making Things Happen (Bluefishing) Steve Sims (Steve Sims)

For Naked & Famous Denim founder Brandon Svarc, denim is art and escapism.

In an interview with Roadtrip Media, Svarc said, “I remember knowing and realizing that there’s no way that my imagination is going to get any better as I get older. I knew that as a kid, as a little boy, you have the greatest, most powerful imagination ever so when I try to design crazy things, I just try to remember being an 8-year-old boy.”

Svarc pours that creativity into Naked & Famous Denim, a brand renowned for design as well as an ability to toe the line between quality and kitsch—manufacturing both clean, distress-free Japanese raw denim and novelty pieces like rainbow fade denim, glow-in-the-dark varieties, scratch-n-sniff pieces, blanket-lined styles, and a slew of other unique creations.

And the Canadian native is proud that he’s doing it all from Canada, where the line is manufactured.

For the past 11 years, Svarc has played an active role in how the company’s products are conceived and created, traveling between Japan and Canada to design, source, strategize and organize the denim powerhouse from behind the scenes.

After 18 months at Camp Pendleton, it came time for Parcaut to choose a specialty. Willing to do anything that wasn’t on a ship, Parcaut ended up studying physical therapy, concurrently getting a bachelor’s degree in marketing and a master’s in international business and marketing.

After getting out of the Navy, Parcaut gave the tech world a try before realizing it wasn’t for him. He turned to work for his neighbor’s mortgage company, which is what stuck. Parcaut’s love for numbers and helping people have kept him in the mortgage field ever since.

In August of 2018, Parcaut accidentally fell into the radio world when the creator of a defunct radio show approached him to see if he would take it over, understanding his passion for helping people own homes. Though the technology may be a bit outdated, Parcaut’s show, Real Estate Jerky, is going strong.

As a veteran, Parcaut loves to work with other vets, wanting to be there for a population that has often been mistreated. Having a strong understanding of the value of a helping hand, Parcaut makes an effort to help his employees grow as people, hoping to one day sell his business to them.

This helping spirit makes coaching a natural evolution for Parcaut, who has experience being on stage speaking to thousands of people as part of an initiative called No Homeowners Left Behind, which helped to modify people’s loans during the 2008 recession. In the mortgage industry and beyond, Parcaut is committed to paying it forward.

Jay Abraham: Founder and CEO of The Abraham Group Inc. Jay is an American business executive, conference speaker, and author. He is known for his work in developing strategies for direct response marketing in the 1970s. In 2000, Forbes listed him as one of the top five executive coaches in the US.

Jeweliet Tangen, business coach and founder of Strategy Loft. Jeweliet is one of the youngest leaders in her industry. 

Welcome to another episode of "The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve Sims." In today's fascinating conversation, Steve sits down with Benny Fisher, an inspiring entrepreneur with a compelling journey in the roofing business and beyond. Benny shares his unique marketing strategies, the importance of personal branding, and his approach to business systemization.

Together, they delve into the power of content creation, the value of learning from industry leaders like Gary Vee, and the impact of entrepreneurial communities.
Benny opens up about his personal struggles, including a pivotal turning point in 2017, the challenges brought on by COVID-19, and how these experiences fueled his drive to find greater purpose. From discussing practical life skills often missing in education to the evolution of social media and its role in modern entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with insights. They explore the motivations behind starting mastermind groups, the necessity of transparency with customers, and the crucial difference between entrepreneurs and "wantrepreneurs."

Join us as we navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship, the importance of selective sharing, and the drive to disrupt, connect, and grow. Don't forget to subscribe and share the podcast, and stay tuned for a dynamic conversation that promises to inspire and educate.

Talor Zamir - In 2013, Talor was wracked with intense, inexplicable pain and inflammation that was putting his health, his hope, and his family’s financial future in danger. He could not type more than a couple sentences without feeling massive pain throughout his arms. Desperate for relief, or even an answer, he turned to multiple medical professionals, both mainstream and alternative, to no avail. He deteriorated to the point where he had to use a voice dictation software because he couldn't type more than a couple sentences without massive pain. His anxiety about his ability to support his family escalated to panic. 

Talor refused to give up, he came to the all-important realization that INflammation comes from INside of you. He had an epiphany. He started to change what he put IN his body and mind instead of treating it from the outside. This new understanding began to change everything. He returned from his quest, victorious, having been led to the solutions he had all along been seeking. How he successfully put out the fire of pain and inflammation is why he created Peak Performance. He now has a new quest: to help others transform their health and life in the same way he did.

www.BuyPeakPerformance.com

Steve Sims turns the story of buying a Pitbull into a life lesson for everyone.

Suneet Agarwal has worked in the Sacramento real estate market for over 12 years. His dedication to his clients and his strong work ethic have made him one of the top Realtors in California. He is currently ranked as the #1 agent in Greater Sacramento MLS.

On today's episode Steve talks about an argument he had with his daughter. Take a bad situation and make it good, you never know what lies ahead.

Julie started her journey to entrepreneurship as a

blogger and writer, garnering the attention of

media outlets like The New York Times and

Washington Post with her no-holds-barred

approach to social media.

After a rocky divorce and unexpected pregnancy in

2014 that left her needing to build a profitable

business quickly, Julie transformed her passion

and love for marketing into a multi-million dollar

business in less than 3 years.

Now she runs an exclusive mastermind group for

qualified business owners looking to scale to $5m

a year and beyond. She's also the co-founder of

Funnel Gorgeous ®, a design and marketing

education + software company.

Jeff Fenster is a serial entrepreneur whose main business principles are making friends and having fun! Fenster is focused on disruptive start-ups with vertical integration and revenue-driving innovation while cultivating and empowering top-tier leadership teams to foster the growth of successful brands.

A pioneer in the quick-serve restaurant category, Fenster is the founder of the rapidly expanding, So Cal-based superfood brand, everbowl™ which he established in 2016. everbowl is nationally recognized as a rising-star within the sector, making healthy superfoods accessible and affordable for everyone. With a growing footprint of retail locations in So-Cal and Arizona, Fenster is driving the monumental growth of everbowl, with plans to introduce the brand nationwide through both retail operations and a line of superfood-infused CPG products. As part of successfully scaling the brand, Fenster has spearheaded the implementation of innovative processes to streamline everbowl’s revenue-driving efficiencies in areas including operations, procurement, supply chain and construction.

As an inspiring mentor and team-builder, Fenster is dedicated to fostering a strong company culture where the motto is “make friends and have fun.” Fenster is also a proactive community advocate, generously contributing time and funds to his neighbors and everbowl customers.

https://www.everbowl.com/

Steve Sims discusses the state of our world and influencers of today. Fake influencers that buy their way to more likes and followers. 

From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America’s #1 Money Mentor. With a core belief that success is built not by the resources you have, but by how resourceful you can be.

His success and national acclaim have come in large part to what he’s learned first-hand from seeking a better way to wealth creation and preservation than he learned growing up.

Chris has built and owned 19 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, House Hunters, and his very own HGTV pilot in 2018. He is currently founder of The Money School™, and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier.

Chris is also a nationally recognized speaker, author, and podcast host. He has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans delivering the financial knowledge that fuels lasting freedom.

My passion for the world of motorcycling has led me to work within the industry for over a decade, branching across the most pinnacle and innovative brands the market has to offer. My focus is brand expertise, public speaking and communications.

Proud husband, father and ex racer, and two-wheels for life.

Rebecca Zung is one of the Top 1% of attorneys in the nation, having been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Lawyer in America”, as “Legal Elite” by Trend Magazine, and recognized by her peers and the judiciary as AV preeminent rated in family law, the highest possible rating for an attorney by Martindale Hubbell.

She is the author of the bestselling books, Negotiate Like You M.A.T.T.E.R.: The Sure Fire Method to Step Up and Win (foreword by Robert Shapiro) and Breaking Free: A Step-by-Step Divorce Guide for Achieving Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Freedom, and is a sought after major media contributor. Her perspectives are in high demand by television and print outlets, as she has been featured in or on Extra, Forbes, Huffington Post, Newsweek, Time, Dr. Drew, NPR Talk Radio, Good Day New York and CBS Los Angeles among others. Now, based in Los Angeles, she is continuing to serve through her very popular YouTube channel, media appearances, podcast, articles and on-demand programs such as S.L.A.Y. Your Negotiation™ with a Narcissist and Breaking Free™ Divorce Masterclasses.

From broke jazz musician to $100 million in online sales… Jeff Lerner’s story and social media content have inspired millions to get control of their future and reshape their life around his "3 Ps of Success" (Physical, Personal, & Professional).

After a decade of building multiple businesses to over 8 figures and landing multiple times on the INC 5000 Jeff turned his focus to building the world’s first institute of higher learning exclusively for entrepreneurs.  In 2019 he founded ENTRE Institute, the fastest growing education company in the world, where over 200,000 students have studied how to grow a business.

In 2021 Jeff set his sights on solving one of his students’ biggest pain points and launched Entresoft which fast became one of the most popular small business software suites on the Internet.

Jeff is also an active real estate investor with a personal portfolio nearing 8 figures.

Jeff’s interest in entrepreneurship began in his 20s when as a pianist he was often hired to play in the homes of successful CEOs and business owners.  In 2008, at age 29, after multiple failed ventures including a restaurant franchise that left him with a half million dollars in debt, he found his first success online and paid off the debt in 18 months.

He currently maintains an active schedule of speaking events and media appearances while working day-to-day in ENTRE, hosting a top 100 business podcast, growing his YouTube channel, and working on his first full-length book “Escaping The Broken System” which is scheduled for publication by BenBella Books in Spring 2022.

He is married, an active father to 4 children, and still enjoys playing the piano 1 hour per day…

YT/FB/IG/LI/TT:  @jefflernerofficial

Jordan Harbinger is often referred to as “The Larry King of podcasting,” is a Wall Street lawyer turned interview talk show host, and a communications and social dynamics expert.

Jordan has hosted a top 50 iTunes podcast for over 12 years and receives over six million downloads per month, making The Jordan Harbinger Show one of the most popular podcasts in the world. The show was awarded Apple’s “Best of 2018” and is one of the most downloaded shows of the year. On The Jordan Harbinger Show, Jordan deconstructs the playbooks of the most successful people on earth and shares their strategies, perspectives, and practical insights with the rest of us. 

Links: 

jordanharbinger.com/guestguide 

jordanharbinger.com/podcast

course.jordanharbinger.com

Steve Sims and Henry Sims recently attended the T&C event in California. While there they took advantage of recording this podcast in a very unique podcast VW bus. They discuss media and where the internet is headed and all the changes we should expect to see in the very near future.

On today's episode Steve chats about pressure. What kind of pressure are you under and how well do you perform under pressure?

On today's episode Steve talks about the lesson he learned after witnessing a very large woman fall in a packed mall.

Zach Skow, Marley’s Mutts Founder rescued Marley, a Rottweiler-Pit Bull  from the Mojave Shelter in 2002 at eight weeks old. He used to carry him around in a backpack with just his head poking out.

​When Zach was diagnosed with end-stage liver disease, it was Marley who helped pull him from despair and into the fight. It was his relentless love, omnipresent affection, and “today can be the best day of our life” mentality which helped Zach live again. MARLEY’S MUTTS DOG RESCUE is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of Kern County’s shelter animals. Listen to this episode to appreciate the journey Zach has been on and the change he has made for others.

Dr. Greg Reid is an entrepreneur known for his giving spirit and a knack for translating complicated situations into simple, digestible concepts. As an action taking phenomenon, strategy turns into results fast and furious, and relationships are deep and rich in the space he orbits. A firm believer in the role of win-win partnerships and making a difference in others to succeed. He can be found having a great time brewing up inspiration, occasionally breaking into song and dance, and being of service to those around him.

Visit his website here

On today's episode Steve talks about your weight. Now before you get offended, it's not exactly what you think. Have a listen to find out about the weight you should shed.

Akshay Nanavati is a United States Marine veteran, speaker, entrepreneur, ultra runner and author. He served in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and was later diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. His book Fearvana was endorsed by the Dalai Lama and Jack Canfield.

Welcome back to "The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve Sims." Today's episode features an enlightening discussion with Joseph Michelli, an acclaimed author and authority on customer experience. With a resume that includes work with iconic brands like Ritz Carlton, Starbucks, and Zappos, Joseph brings a wealth of knowledge on creating value and building meaningful connections with customers.

Despite battling a cold, our host, Steve Sims, dives into the essence of the customer journey, exploring how companies can cultivate relationships beyond mere transactions. Joseph provides insights into the power of emotions over logic in customer interactions, the role of AI in the future of customer service, and why even in an age of skepticism, authenticity and trust remain paramount.

As we unpack the significance of customer experience, Joseph also introduces his latest book, "Customer Magic," which focuses on Macquarie Telecom's audacious challenge to the telecommunication giants. This episode promises to be a masterclass in understanding customer experience, building brand loyalty, and the undiminished importance of feelings in business interactions. Tune in to redefine your perspective on creating genuine customer relationships in a technologically dominated world. Stay with us for a conversation guaranteed to inspire your approach to business and customer engagement.

James Dixon's life has been marked by immense hardship since his early life growing up in the notorious Cabrini Green neighborhood in Chicago. A catastrophic accident left him paralyzed from the neck down, and the daily struggles of caring for him became too much for his overwhelmed mother who subsequently signed over her parental rights, leaving him essentially orphaned. This daunting experience pushed young James to the edge, instigating him to contemplate suicide at such a tender age. He spent his nights reflecting on his situation through a mirror on the ceiling placed there to foster communication due to his paralysis. The trials continued one morning when he woke to find his leg had been amputated, an act done without his prior knowledge or consent, pushing him further into a realm of fear and uncertainty. James entered his 11th birthday confronted with a grim reality - he had lost his mobility, his family and now his leg, making for an extraordinarily challenging childhood. Despite the adversities he faced, James Dixon stands as a testament to human resilience, embodying a remarkable story of survival and strength.

Rachel Miller's early years were marked by the tranquility of homeschooling within a conservative household, a place where social opportunities were not as abundant. Venturing beyond the familiar, she stepped into college life with an uncool badge, but fostered an unwavering determination to redefine her social standing. Rachel's epiphany that the human craving for connection is universal set the gears of transformation in motion.
She honed an extraordinary talent for social mirroring, identifying and reflecting the unique quirks of those around her, and in doing so, she began to cultivate a blossoming garden of friendships. College years were a time of exploration for Rachel, where she admittedly wielded her social prowess with a tinge of manipulation, competing for the size of her friend circle.

However, self-awareness sparked evolution in Rachel's approach to relationships. She redirected her gift for connecting with others from a measure of popularity to a force for good. By matching like-minded individuals, Rachel turned her personal insight into community impact, building a business that celebrated connections, not just collected them. The cornerstone of her success lay in helping others intertwine their lives with valuable resources and companions, proving that the once self-proclaimed uncool girl could indeed become a cool architect of human networks and a catalyst for meaningful relationships.

Michael Counts is a theatrical designer and stage director, visual artist, and media and entertainment entrepreneur who has been focused on creating large-scale immersive installations, theatrical productions and innovative media and entertainment experiences, often in unconventional spaces, for over 25 years. He is one of the early pioneers of immersive art and entertainment and has been called a “mad genius” and “a master of immersive theater” by the New York Times and “one of the most fertile imaginations working in New York City, today” by Time Out New York Magazine. 

In 2018, Counts pivoted and founded a company with the mission of offering an optimized and scaleable version of performance and wellness coaching - a resource that Counts had been an early adopter of and to which he credits much of his success as a creative, entrepreneur and innovator. That company, a)plan coaching, has grown to over 50 coaches and now serves a wide range of leading tech start ups and a growing number of Fortune 500 companies. 

Jason Flom is the Founder and CEO of Lava For Good and Lava Media. Flom previously served as Chairman and CEO at Atlantic Records, Virgin Records, and Capitol Music Group, and he is personally responsible for launching acts such as Katy Perry, Kid Rock, Lorde, and Greta Van Fleet. He is a leading philanthropist and expert on criminal justice issues and an internationally-recognized and celebrated public speaker. Flom is the founding board member of the Innocence Project and serves on the boards of numerous criminal justice reform organizations. He is the host of the hit podcast, Wrongful Conviction, which features interviews with men and women who have spent decades in prison for crimes they did not commit, some even sentenced to death. Flom also hosts Righteous Convictions with Jason Flom, which spotlights social justice leaders such as Senator Dick Durbin, U.S. Representative James Clyburn, and Serial creator and activist Rabia Chaudry — true rockstars of these turbulent times. Flom’s love for animals inspired the children’s book Lulu is a Rhinoceros, co-written with his daughter Allison Flom and released in June 2018.

Brian Hall, a dynamic force in spiritual coaching, is the esteemed founder and Lead Pastor of two non-profit organizations – Cincinnati Dream Center and Cincinnati Dream Works. His unwavering commitment to transforming lives extends beyond his pastoral duties, as he is also the president of his family's thriving development company spanning across three states.

With an impressive range of cross-functional expertise, Brian excels in Business Operations, Executive Leadership, Life Coaching, Pastoral Guidance, and Preaching/Teaching. His true passion, however, lies in witnessing the profound transformation of souls from within.

Over the years, Brian has earned a stellar reputation as a spiritual coach, guiding over 1,000 of the world's most renowned influencers, celebrities, entrepreneurs, and CEOs. His unique blend of wisdom, compassion, and insight has made him a sought-after mentor, leading him to travel the globe for the past seven years, providing spiritual guidance to his clients and their families.

At the heart of Brian's life is his cherished family. He has been blissfully married to Traci for 16 years, and together they have been blessed with four beautiful children. Brian's dedication to both his personal and professional life is a testament to his unwavering faith and commitment to making a lasting impact on the lives of those around him.

Welcome back to another riveting episode of "The Art of Making Things Happen" with your host, Steve D Sims. In today's episode, titled "My Pivotal Point," Steve shares a powerful story about a moment that forever changed his perspective and approach to life. He recounts a chance encounter with the legendary actor Keanu Reeves and how a single line from the movie "Point Break" had a profound impact on him. Steve delves into the concept of pivotal moments, highlighting the fact that they are not isolated incidents but rather a series of events that shape our paths. He emphasizes the importance of embracing fear and taking risks, pushing through hesitation to unlock incredible opportunities. Join us as Steve reflects on his own journey and encourages listeners to stay curious, focused, and positive, always on the lookout for those moments that can shape our lives. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to be inspired on this episode of "The Art of Making Things Happen."

John Ruhlin will tell you, “how you love and treat people will open more doors than you can imagine.” In fact, one gifting experience (Brooks Brother experiment) has opened more doors than $10 Million in advertising could ever do.

After applying principles of generosity learned from “Attorney Paul,” John started selling the largest deals in Cutco history out of 1.5 million other reps and distributors. Yes. 1.5 million. Not only was he gifting knives but he was being asked to speak on stages around the country to teach sales and marketing teams how to build relationships in unconventional ways. Simple but powerful things like focusing your care on the executive’s spouse, the assistant, and kids.

Ruhlin Group started in 2000 and quickly broadened gifting options and strategies, but many of the original principles never changed. Knowing how and when to give gifts is just as important as what to gift. These “minor” details and expert knowledge have been tested and proven over a decade to bring a guaranteed “wow” to any industry from financial services to manufacturing widgets.

Today John and his team have created gift packages for some of the largest companies and pro sports teams in the world, but their mission and heart is to serve and take relationships for mid-sized, privately owned businesses to a new level using their Proven Process.

After spending a long time deliberating on things like is self publishing a book a good idea, John decided to write a book that would share his ideology and the way he works in his industry to reach new levels of success. But sure to check out John’s new book, Giftology here: giftologybook.com

Michael Burt as known his entire life that he would become a coach someday. Today, he has one of the largest and most successful coaching programs out there. Listen to today's episode to find out what sets him apart from the rest.

Visit his website https://www.coachburt.com/

Welcome to "The Art of Making Things Happen" with your host, Steve Sims. In today's compelling episode, we sit down with the multifaceted Nic Peterson, co-founder of Mastery Mode and Golden Swan, founder of Wolf Den, and co-owner of Cleator, Arizona. This episode delves into a myriad of topics, from the creation of the unique "Golden Swan" package—a groundbreaking $10,000 offering featuring contributions from industry giants like Chris Voss and Joe Polish—to the adventurous tale of buying and developing land around the quirky town of Cleator.

Nic shares intriguing insights into the world of crypto and blockchain, emphasizing the importance of practical experimentation and long-term investment strategies. He also highlights the foundational principles that drive his disruptive approach in industries as varied as fitness, nutrition, and business. With endorsements from prominent figures and real-world successes, Nic's book "Bumpers" captures these fundamental truths, making them accessible and actionable.

Join us as Steve Sims explores the collaborative genius behind the Golden Swan project, unpacks Nic’s philosophies on avoiding entrepreneurial pitfalls, and much more. Whether you're an entrepreneur, crypto enthusiast, or someone eager to perfect the basics in any field, this episode offers valuable lessons and inspiration. So, don’t miss out—tune in, share, and subscribe to keep making things happen!

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Barry Habib, an Entrepreneur and Founder of MBS Highway. Barry is also a professional speaker and TV commentator on the mortgage and Real Estate markets.

Philip McKernan is an inspirational coach who works with people to help them not only align with their life goals but figure out what those goals truly are.

In his work, he pushes people and supports them in a manner that encourages them to figure out for themselves who they are, where they should work, and what they should be doing.

He compels them to discover the relationships and the goals that mark true happiness in their lives, and then he feeds them information back to them and gets them fired up so that they can make the changes they need to make and get truly fired up.

Philip’s purpose in doing so is to prevent any one of the people he helps from having regrets down the line. He says he may seem like a pain the ass sometimes because of the work he must do to bring out people’s passions, but in the end, he admits that he has a substantial amount of compassion for the people he helps.

One thing Philip finds surprising, though, is the fact that many people find him intimidating. He actually recently noticed a person at an event whom he had seen in the past every single year, but never had the chance to connect with.

Philip went over to say hello to this man and received a surprising answer. Matt told him, “I watch everything you do, really respect your work, but you scare the shit out of me.” With that, Philip began laughing, but Matt was being serious.

He addressed this sense of intimidation that people get and says: "I just don't know how to turn it on and off. There's just Philip McKernan. There's just one Philip McKernan and I think what they're really afraid of is facing their own individual truth. They're afraid of facing their own individual pain and having an opportunity to deal with it."

The role that Philip has taken on of being a mirror for other people to learn about themselves has caused them to push him away in some cases. He explains that some people judge him and others outright ignore him. He says a lot of times that happens before they even give him a chance. 

As part of Philip’s work, he has spent a lot of time calling people out. He has what some might call a “strong BS filter” and he’s not afraid to be vocal about it.

He spends a lot of time listening to what people think, and a lot of time replying to them with the facts that he sees. Oftentimes, those views don’t line up.

Interestingly, social media plays a huge part in being dishonest with oneself, and that’s something that Philip is touching on frequently with his clients, new and old. People tend to put their best foot forward, and he says those white lies can have a bigger impact--and meaning.

His work is all about helping people recognize the lies they are telling themselves and then, even more importantly, helping them get down to the honest truth about what they really want in life.

Philip has helped countless clients achieve the life of their dreams. You can learn more at his website, philipmckernan.com.

George Bryant - After nearly a decade of working with some of the brightest minds in the world, I started a podcast.

I moved my family to Montana and rebuilt everything after instantly losing seven figures in a global pandemic.

Despite the chaos, the results were incredible and The Relationships Beat Algorithms model was born.

My audience quickly grew, and I started masterminds and live events again.

The more I interacted with my audience, the more I realized:

“You never have a marketing problem, you have a relationship problem.”

Today, I am dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs to deepen their love affairs with their customers.

Naveen Jain is an intensely curious entrepreneur who is not afraid to take on the audacious ideas that will push humanity forward. He is the author of the award-winning book Moonshots: Creating a World of Abundance. His current moonshot adventures are Viome and Moon Express. As a serial entrepreneur, he previously founded InfoSpace, Intelius, and TalentWise.

Viome’s singular mission is to “make illness optional.” Viome has built an AI-driven platform that analyzes the interaction between food, our microbiome, and our human cells in order to develop precision nutrition to prevent and reverse chronic diseases.

Moon Express is the only company globally with permission to harvest resources from the moon—developing the infrastructure needed to push humanity forward towards a true multi-planetary society.

In addition to his current moonshots, he is the Vice Chairman of the Board at Singularity University, where he focuses on educating and inspiring leaders to utilize innovative technologies to address humanity’s greatest challenges. He is also on the Board of the XPRIZE Foundation, an organization that uses incentivized prize competition to push the limits of what’s possible — to change the world for the better.

Naveen has been the recipient of many honors for his entrepreneurial successes. These include:

 “Entrepreneur of the Year” by Ernst & Young, “Most Creative Person” by Fast Company, “Top 20 Entrepreneurs” & “Lifetime Achievement Award” for the leadership by Red Herring. “Medal of Honor” by Ellis Island, and “Top 50 Philanthropists” by Town & Country Magazine.

Steve Sims takes on this weeks podcast to discuss the room you are in. More like the room you should be in!

Jim was once known as the “boy with the broken brain.”

A childhood head injury at age five left him struggling in school. For a while, he even believed he could never be as good as other kids when it came to learning.
Jim loved superheroes as a kid – and comic books saved him when conventional education couldn’t. Comic books taught Jim how to read…and they also kept his dreams alive that one day he, too, would find his inner superpower.

As the years wore on, fate led Jim to a mentor, a friend’s father, who sent him on a journey to learn about his brain and learn how to use it. Little did Jim know, it would take him down the long path of discovering different learning habits, including accelerated learning systems and tactics.

Chad Robichaux is a former Force Recon Marine and DoD contractor with eight deployments to Afghanistan as part of a Special Operations Task Force. After overcoming his own personal battles with PTSd, Chad founded the Mighty Oaks Foundation, a leading non-profit that has served over 400,000 Warriors through their faith-based combat resiliency programs. Chad also Co-Founded Save Our Allies, a non-profit established out of his own personal desire to save Aziz from Afghanistan. To date, Save Our Allies has safely evacuated over 17,000 people from Afghanistan and conducted 10 trips to Ukraine since February to provide life-saving equipment and spiritual resiliency programs to the Ukrainian frontlines as the Russian invasion continues.

Jay Abraham sits down with Steve Sims to discuss Steve's latest book, "Go for Stupid; The Art of Achieving Ridiculous Goals".

Nick Gray is an entrepreneur and author living in Austin, Texas. He started and sold two successful companies: Flight Display Systems and Museum Hack. Nick is the author of The 2-Hour Cocktail Party, a step-by-step handbook that teaches you how to build big relationships by hosting small gatherings. Over 75,000 people have watched his TEDx talk about why he hates most museums. He’s been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and New York Magazine called him a host of “culturally significant parties.”

How to Host a Party Website

The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: Book info

The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: Amazon

Do's and Don'ts in Planning a Networking Meetup

Clothing Swap: How to Plan the Party

Happy Hour Best Practices: How to Plan, Host, and Throw a Great Party

Nick's personal website

Chris Thrall. After leaving the Royal Marines to run a successful business in Asia, Chris found himself homeless, suffering acute mental illness from crystal meth addiction and working for the Hong Kong triads.

Declining conventional support, Chris rebuilt his life to become a qualified pilot, skydiver, adventurer and bestselling author. He has expeditioned to eighty countries on seven continents and raised thousands for charity.

An extreme-endurance athlete, in 2018 Chris ran an ultra-marathon a day for thirty-seven days, unsupported, the length of Britain, to raise awareness of veterans suicide, and in 2019 a quadruple ironman consisting of a 9.6-mile swim, 450-mile cycle and a 107-mile run.

Chris firewalked forty metres on red-hot coals to raise money to work with street children in war-torn Mozambique. He's driven volunteer journalists to India and back by bus to highlight global poverty. Chris was awarded the Second Level Commendation of the Finnish Nation on the grounds of Human Generosity for his ability to inspire others. Backpacking through every country in North, Central and South America, he dived off the famous cliff in Acapulco, caught piranhas and survived without equipment in the Amazon rainforest and snorkelled with bull sharks off Belize. In colder climes, he has scuba-dived with leopard seals and icebergs in the sub-zero waters of the Antarctic Polar Circle.

Chris wrote the bestselling memoir Eating Smoke, a frank yet humorous account of his time down and out in Hong Kong. He has appeared on numerous podcasts and programs and two award-wining radio plays have been made about his life. Forty Nights, Chris’s second memoir, details how the life-changing experience of addiction led to his enlightenment.

Chris has a degree in youth and community work and is a substance-misuse/addiction specialist. He presents this topic from a progressive perspective. Along with trademark Royal Marines humour, Chris’s fascinating story, inspirational message and passionate approach appeals to those unlocking their potential and corporate clients concerned with workforce wellbeing. 

An experience far out weighs the traditional purchase of a gift. A gift will be forgotten but an experience will leave long lasting memories.

Steve Sims chats about affluent people and what they get up to. Why are they successful and what could you be doing to reach that level of success. Learn the 3 common traits that make them successful.

As a serial entrepreneur and marketing expert, Erik has been recognized by his industry peers through honors and awards including, Forbes Magazine’s 30Under30, CSQ’s 40Under40, and Inc. Magazine’s Top 25 Marketing Influencers just to name a few.

Johnny Crowder is a suicide/abuse survivor, TEDx speaker, Billboard-charting musician, Certified Recovery Peer Specialist, and the Founder & CEO of Cope Notes, the text-based mental health platform that provides daily support to users in nearly 100 countries around the world.

But in the years leading up to these incredible leaps in advocacy, every day was a battle against schizophrenic hallucinations and suicidal ideation. After a lifetime of resisting professional care and shying away from sharing his story, Johnny’s curiosity flowered, and the healing slowly began.

Armed with 10 years of clinical treatment, a psychology degree from the University of Central Florida, and a decade of peer support and public advocacy through the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Johnny’s youthful vigor for mental health has impacted millions of lives across the globe.

Since his first keynote in 2011, Johnny's refreshingly vulnerable and candid perspective has attracted praise from hundreds of outlets, including Upworthy, CNN, and Forbes.

Whether commanding a keynote stage or touring with his heavy metal band, Prison, his infectious positivity and firsthand experience with multiple mental illnesses (ranging from bipolar disorder and PTSD to OCD and beyond) uniquely equip him to provide realistic, yet hopeful insight into the pains of hardship with authenticity, levity, and unconventional wit.

Dan Fleyshman is the youngest founder of a publicly traded company in history. At the age of 23, after selling 15 million dollars worth of clothing in six department store chains and surpassing expectations with his 9.5 million dollar licensing deal with STARTER apparel, Mr. Fleyshman launched the “Who’s Your Daddy” energy drink into 55,000 retail stores.He later went on to launch Victory Poker, which became 1 of the top 5 online poker brands internationally.Along the way, Fleyshman became a very active Angel Investor and advisor to 29+ companies that range from mobile apps and tech companies to travel sites and celebrity clothing brands.As a serial entrepreneur, some of the successes include launching a media site to garner over 300,000,000 views in the first year, a hoverboard company to $5,000,000+ revenue in 4 months and multiple subscription box companies to over $48,000,000 in combined sales.Currently his social media agency “Elevator Studios” works with over 600 influencers and manages campaigns for a variety of large companies. The agency has also hosted 30 live events called “Elevator Nights” which has helped 1000’s of entrepreneurs learn from and network with investors in multiple sectors including cannabis & cryptocurrency.Playing poker as a hobby, he’s managed to win multiple championships and more importantly use the game to be able to raise millions of dollars for various charities by organizing dozens of poker tournaments around the world.Over the last 7 years his main passion has been his charity www.modelcitizenfund.org which creates backpacks for the homeless filled with 150 emergency supply items inside.

Welcome to another thrilling episode of "The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve Sims". Today, we have two extraordinary guests who live by the beat of their own drum, the dynamic duo of adventure and authenticity, Gaylin Anderson and Lance Coury.

Both these gentlemen have turned their passion for motorcycle culture into a thriving business, embracing the fast lane and inspiring others to do the same. They're here to share their journey from casual riding to founding 2Lane Life, a brand that embodies their spirit and love for the open road. We'll delve into the challenges and victories they've encountered, from shaking up their corporate lives to navigating the vast landscape of social media and e-commerce.

They're not your average businessmen - with backgrounds in sign painting and financial services, these two riders blend their unique talents into a lifestyle brand that goes beyond bike parts and t-shirts. Their story is one of connection, both with their audience and within the strong community bond of bikers.

Dial in as they give us the dirt on their transition from riding dirt bikes to selling them, fostering relationships with significant partners like Harley Davidson, and hosting a YouTube channel that showcases much more than just their love for motorcycles.

So gear up for an episode that promises to take you on a ride through the valleys of starting a business, the peaks of community impact, and the twisty roads of personal growth. This is "The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve Sims", and you don't want to miss what our guests have to share with us today.

Steve Sims chats about the mind set that needs to change when you're asking questions and you're not getting the answer that will benefit you. Learn to change your thought process and ask the right questions.

Welcome to The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve Sims! In today's episode, I'm joined by a very special guest and close friend, finance expert Pam Prior.

Now, I know what you're thinking - finance isn't the most exciting topic. In fact, most people tend to avoid talking about money altogether. But that's exactly why this conversation is so important.

Pam has an incredible knack for breaking down complex financial concepts in a way that's easy to understand and even entertaining. We dive into some of the biggest obstacles that hold people back from taking control of their finances, like fear, shame, boredom with numbers, and just not seeing the relevance.

But this isn't your typical dry discussion about spreadsheets and tax codes. Pam shares fascinating insights into the generational mindsets around money, drawing from her years of experience working with entrepreneurs. We talk about why even highly successful business owners often struggle with basic financial management, and the critical importance of seeking out professional guidance.

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, I guarantee you'll come away from this episode with valuable nuggets of wisdom you can apply right away. Pam is truly a wealth of knowledge, as evidenced by her amazing books "Your First CFO" and "Founder to Exit."

So sit back, grab your favorite beverage (Pam might suggest an IPA), and get ready to have your mind opened about the world of finance. This is definitely a conversation you won't want to miss. Let's jump right in!

Welcome to another exciting episode of "The Art of Making Things Happen" with your host, Steve D Sims. In this episode, Steve invites the one and only Air Force Amy to the show. Known as the most famous legal prostitute in the world, Air Force Amy shares her remarkable journey and her 33-year career in the legal brothel industry in Nevada, particularly at the renowned Bunny Ranch.

Steve and Amy delve into the changing dynamics of connection and intimacy in today's society. They discuss how men have become increasingly apprehensive about approaching women and the fear of judgment that surrounds interactions. Amy provides valuable insights and advice about building confidence and navigating the dating scene, drawing from her experience in fostering relationships with clients and helping them gain back their self-assurance.

Join us as we explore the intriguing world of the Bunny Ranch through the eyes of Air Force Amy and discover the profound connections and empowering transformations that can occur in unexpected places. Get ready to be captivated by this engaging conversation on the art of making things happen. Let's dive in!

Billy Gene is the founder and CEO of Billy Gene Is Marketing Inc. - A top-ranked agency & educational hub for digital advertising and customer acquisition. His personal ads have been seen nearly 700 million times across Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

He is a leading marketing influencer, educator, and practitioner that is revolutionizing the education system and empowering the masses by teaching the world’s most lucrative skill set that isn’t taught in schools; turning clicks into customers.

Billy has been featured in some of the leading publishing companies around the world such as Forbes, Entrepreneur.com and the Huffington Post. He has also key-noted or spoken on dozens of the most well-known stages in front of tens of thousands of people and ranked in 2019’s “Inc 5000: The Most Successful Companies In America”.

Lomit Patel is the Vice President of Growth at IMVU. Prior to IMVU, Lomit managed growth at early-stage startups including Roku (IPO), TrustedID (acquired by Equifax), Texture (acquired. by Apple) and EarthLink. Lomit is a public speaker, author, advisor, and recognized as a Mobile Hero by Liftoff. Lomit’s new bestselling book Lean AI, is part of Eric Ries’ “The Lean Startup” series, now available at Amazon.

Blog: https://www.lomitpatel.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lomitpatel/

Lean AI Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-AI-Innovative-Artificial-Intelligence/dp/1492059315/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pdt_img_top?ie=UTF8

Welcome to another electrifying episode of "The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve Sims." Today, we're thrilled to bring you an insightful conversation with Tommy Mello—an inspiring entrepreneur who transformed his humble beginnings in the garage door industry into a multi-million-dollar enterprise. Tommy shares his boundless excitement for his future, including his upcoming marriage, while remaining focused on personal growth and helping others flourish.

Join us as Tommy delves into the importance of resilience in the face of online criticism, the tremendous value of a supportive inner circle, and the power of real-life experiences over social media hype. You'll hear about his deep commitment to his employees, continuous self-improvement, and the significance of impactful personal branding beyond financial success.

Tommy also reveals his aspirations for a $15 billion valuation for his company, his hustle to learn the trade, and the invaluable lessons he gathered from mentors. He discusses his upcoming event, "Freedom 24," and the importance of setting meaningful goals, mastering business skills, and fostering a career-oriented mindset within the skilled trades industry.

This episode is packed with actionable insights on leadership, mentorship, and the art of making a lasting impact. So tune in, subscribe, and get ready to be inspired by Tommy Mello's relentless drive and extraordinary journey. Let's make things happen!

Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world’s leading experts on human performance.

Steven is the author of eleven bestsellers (out of fourteen books), including The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, Stealing Fire, The Rise of Superman, Bold and Abundance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review.

Alongside his wife, author Joy Nicholson, he is also the co-founder of The Buddy Sue Hospice Home for Old Dogs, a canine elder care facility, and Rancho de Chihuahua, a dog rescue and sanctuary.

https://www.gnarcountry.com/

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Art of Making Things Happen with your host, Steve D Sims. Today, we're thrilled to have Brandon Turner, an inspirational figure in the world of real estate and podcasting. Brandon's journey is nothing short of phenomenal—transitioning from co-owning BiggerPockets to owning $300 million in real estate in just three years. In this episode, Brandon shares his dream of giving away a billion dollars, the significance of not becoming complacent, and the art of identity-based goal setting. He recounts a spontaneous trip to London that underlines his philosophy of living in the moment and making impactful choices. Learn how Brandon has successfully pivoted his podcast, Diary of a CEO, to focus predominantly on real estate, and why niche content is crucial. He also delves into his new framework for personal development, the importance of mutual goal setting with his wife, and the strategies he's implementing to run multiple businesses efficiently. Steve and Brandon will also discuss the importance of making meaningful connections and embrace the core message of disrupting, connecting, and growing. Stay tuned to be inspired and to glean actionable insights on how to live better and achieve more!

https://www.beardybrandon.com/

Ken Schmidt is widely respected as one of the business world’s most outspoken, provocative, and entertaining thought leaders on competition, brand management, positioning, reputation management, human behavior, and loyalty.

As a leadership advisor and keynote speaker for business and education groups around the globe, Ken draws from his newest book, Make Some Noise: The Unconventional Road to Dominance, and teaches how to improve business and personal competitiveness, as always, with his extraordinarily unexpected point of view. The longtime motorcycle enthusiast’s formal association with Harley-Davidson began in 1985. As a specialist in corporate positioning and media relations, he was asked to work with the struggling company to help restore its image, improve its competitiveness, and create demand for its motorcycles. Within a few short years, as sales of its motorcycles rocketed upward, Harley-Davidson became one of the most respected, competitively dominant, profitable, and frequently reported-on companies in the world.

In 1990, Schmidt became director of Harley-Davidson’s corporate and financial communications, and served as its primary spokesperson to the media and the financial communities, offering insights on nontraditional communications, customer attraction, and brand-building. Since leaving Harley-Davidson to help other businesses improve their competitiveness, he’s worked with a Who’s Who of the world’s best-known brands while combining his two greatest passions, motorcycling and speaking. He also co-wrote a book, 100 Years of Harley-Davidson, the best-selling motorsports book of all time.

Welcome to The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve Sims. In this eye-opening episode, Steve tackles the controversial topic of tipping culture in America and what he calls the "disease of entitled tipping." Steve shares his recent experiences shopping for jeans and hardware, where he received helpful service without any expectation of a tip. However, his trip to a coffee shop left him frustrated when the barista, who provided minimal service, automatically flipped the screen to start the tip at 20%. Steve questions why we've strayed from rewarding genuine service and instead succumbed to peer pressure and guilt when it comes to tipping. He argues that this sense of entitlement is unique to America and worries that if we don't address it now, it will only worsen over time. Join Steve as he challenges us to rethink our tipping habits and advocates for a return to appreciating and rewarding exceptional service.

Jeff Lerner; I have been shaped by my choices and I regret none of them. At 16, I chose to get myself fired from the only job I ever had. At 17, I chose to drop out of high school and become a musician.

At 18, I chose to start my first business and also made the choices that led to its failure. In my 20s, I chose to start 10 more businesses after that first failure and failed at them too. And I chose to keep going still, ultimately founding multiple successful companies and generating over $100 million in sales.

 In my 30s, I also chose to go to therapy, start working on myself, and become the husband/father/man I was born to be.

At 39, instead of retiring I chose to commit my life to helping others and developed “the 3X3 Success Matrix”, a complete life operating system for entrepreneurs. That in turn became the foundation for ENTRE, the world’s first “Entrepreneurial Life Design” platform and one of the fastest growing education companies in the world with over 200,000 students in its first 3 years.

All my life I have chosen to disregard the advice of the people who wanted me to play it safe. Instead, I chose to believe I was created for a life less ordinary and followed my heart. I believe every person on earth has that same choice to make – each of us can choose to unlock our full potential by believing in and developing ourselves.

Jeff’s brand new book, Unlock Your Potential was an instant Amazon bestseller helping people world wide to unlock their full potential.

For more information visit: www.jefflernerofficial.com

Mark and Crystal Hansen. Mark is widely known as an American inspirational and motivational speaker, trainer, author, serial entrepreneur, and member of multiple board of directors. He is best known as the founder and co-creator of the “Chicken Soup for the Soul” book series, with more than 500 million books sold.

In the area of human potential, no one is better known and more respected than Mark Victor Hansen. For more than 44 years, he has focused solely on helping people and organizations reshape their personal vision of what’s possible. His powerful messages of possibility, opportunity, and action have helped create startling and powerful change in thousands of organizations and millions of individuals worldwide.

Crystal Dwyer Hansen is an international speaker, researcher, corporate consultant, author, and entrepreneur.  Her expertise is in the field of human potential. Through her years spent as a Transformational Life Coach, and Wellness/Nutrition Expert, she has seen people experience profound and lasting transformation in relationships, career, health & wellness, by tapping into their own inner resources.  Having personally guided people from seemingly impossible states of depression, anxiety, and hopelessness—to triumph, freedom, and happiness, is what drives Crystal’s conviction that all people have unlimited potential for greatness if they only understand how to access those resources.

Crystal’s research in the fields of neuroscience, epigenetics, and quantum physics provides the scientific knowledge she uses to help people use their minds proactively and evolve their consciousness to move themselves out of misery and into a fulfilled and happy life.

Joel Comm is New York Times bestselling author, blockchain enthusiast, podcast host, professional keynote speaker, social media marketing strategist, live video expert, technologist, brand influencer, futurist and eternal 12-year old.

With over two decades of experience harnessing the power of the web, publishing, social media and mobile applications to expand reach and engage in active relationship marketing, Joel is a sought-after public speaker who leaves his audiences inspired, entertained, and armed with strategic tools to create highly effective new media campaigns. His latest project is as co-host of The Bad Crypto Podcast, a top cryptocurrency show making the future of digital payments easy to understand.

badcryptopodcast.com, theniftyshow.com, joelcomm.com, bcheroes.com and thebitcoinelite.com

Twitter Handle: @joelcomm
Instagram Handle: @joelcomm

Steve discusses how to communicate better with your clients by keeping it short.

Chet Holmes International has assisted 250,000 businesses worldwide using the framework from the best selling cult classic The Ultimate Sales Machine. Amanda Holmes took over the family business after her father's unexpected passing. At 24 with a background as a singer/songwriter, she took on the huge responsibility and managed a miracle. 10 years later they've doubled clients multiple years in a row, double digit growth multiple years consecutively, and more!

http://ultimatesalesmachine.com/

Twitter(s) : amandaholmes, ultimatesalesmachine
FB: chetholmesinternational
IG(s): amanditaholmes, ultimatesalesmachine

Welcome back to another exciting episode of "The Art of Making Things Happen" with your dynamic hosts, Steve D Sims and Jon Benson. In today's episode, we delve deep into the world of compelling copywriting and the art of creating Video Sales Letters (VSLs) with none other than Jon Benson himself, a pioneer in the field.

Jon shares invaluable insights on why leading with customer benefits is crucial, the pitfalls of rhetorical questions, and the complexities of crafting engaging, long-form content. We’ll explore Jon's journey in breaking down language for effective communication, the evolution of AI in replicating human creativity, and how Benson AI simplifies the copywriting process without relying on cumbersome prompts.

Expect to hear about Jon's revolutionary approach where he transformed the landscape of VSLs back in 2006, merging advertising acumen with neuro-linguistic programming techniques to create compelling narratives. Jon also discusses the future of AI in copywriting, emphasizing that while AI is a powerful tool, understanding fundamental human psychology remains irreplaceable.

So, tune in, share your thoughts, and don’t forget to subscribe as we uncover how to disrupt, connect, and grow in the ever-evolving landscape of copywriting and beyond. This is "The Art of Making Things Happen," where we don’t play it safe, we make things happen!

https://bnsn.ai

Arne Giske is a course creator, traveler, & digital product launch agency owner who leads The Millennial Entrepreneur Community with over 77,000 young members around the globe. In just 2.5 years, he's sold 7 figures of products, services, and software by leveraging facebook groups.

Dr Andrew Steele is a scientist and author of Ageless: The new science of getting older without getting old. After a PhD in physics from the University of Oxford, Andrew decided that ageing was the single most important scientific challenge of our time, and switched fields to computational biology. After five years using machine learning to investigate DNA and NHS medical records, he is now a full-time writer, presenter and campaigner.

Jeremy Delk is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for disrupting industries. Since 2001, his businesses have earned hundreds of millions in revenue, created 100’s of high paying American jobs, as well as other notable distinctions

Born and raised in a small town and from a blue collar household, his parents worked for the post office. However, Jeremy always held much bigger dreams. He longed to experience the world outside his small hometown of Bardstown, Kentucky.

Jeremy now focuses on investing in and advising entrepreneurs through speaking. His upcoming book shares his reality of the Good, Bad, and UGLY of entrepreneurship. It serves as a not-so-subtle reminder of fundamental principles he’s learned through his journey: while great times don’t last forever, neither do the truly bad ones.

Welcome back to another riveting episode of The Art of Making Things Happen with your host, Steve Sims. In today's episode, Steve shares an intriguing experience he had with his son while racing motorcycles. They discuss the concept of comparison and competition as entrepreneurs and how it impacts our growth. They delve into the importance of surrounding ourselves with individuals who push us to achieve more and challenge our standards. Steve emphasizes the significance of stepping out of our comfort zone, embracing failure, and striving to reach new heights. So get ready to be inspired and motivated to take action as Steve Sims presents "Race Against Excellence" on The Art of Making Things Happen podcast. Let's dive in!

On today's episode, Steve talks about his experience at Joe Polish's 2019 Genius Network event he attended the previous weekend. 

On today's episode, Steve chats about the lesson he learned from a Bunny Ranch prostitute.

Chris Krimitsos has cemented his place in emerging technologies, as evidenced by his success with a global podcasting event that set back-to-back world records.

Time and again, Chris has solidified his reputation as a thought leader, whether as a speaker, an event organizer, or in the media. Along the way, his name twice became etched in the book of Guinness World Records™ as he championed the largest attendance for a virtual podcasting conference in one week, first in 2020, and then breaking it with a new mark one year later.

Alice Little is the number one sex entrepreneur and relationship expert. Alice Little stands at 4’8” but her presence is much bigger. She explains how being able to speak about the most uncomfortable, most stigmatized topic, makes her an excellent communicator - something that people come to the ranch for far more than sex. Some interesting things about the Bunny Ranch where Alice works are:

• The facility has an on site doctor that the women see once a week
• Clients can either request a specific woman or participate in a lineup to find who interests them most
• The difference between a legal prostitute and an illegal one is that the legal one has complete control of who they work with or choose not to work with
• Some of the clients at the Ranch aren’t even there for sex

If not for sex, why are they there? Alice speaks about all the distractions in day to day life and how people are no longer present and in the moment. The need for intimacy and companionship is the largest driving force that brings people to the Ranch. Alice is an open book and can provide that to her clients. Throughout the episode she speaks to the things she looks for in a client as well as breaks down some of the walls up around sex.

• Outward appearance doesn’t indicate who you are on the inside, and what is on the inside is always far more important
• In order the be better communicators, we need to learn to be present in the moment, have and maintain direct eye contact, and to be comfortable in our own skin
• Content is superior to appearance and leads to the genuine and authentic
• Sex can be cheap, the value is in the intimacy
• While love can have a sexual component there is far more to love than sex and on the flip side sex can simply be an act or it can be an act tied in with an emotion
• Social media and pornography are a caricature of reality

What’s next for Alice? Given her ability to communicate so effortlessly about sex and being a sex worker, she’s looking to tackle education. Only 13 out of the 50 US States require scientifically accurate sexual education. As a sex worker, she’s seen the negative effects of this first hand. She brings her open book personality to her podcast and website and is ready and willing to answer any questions you might have. Just don’t objectify her or you’ll be in for some serious schooling about what it really means to be a sex worker and the power of communication.

You can find Alice Little at: www.thealicelittle.com, by email at alicelittle@bunnyranch.com or give her podcasts a listen: Coffee with Alice, and Wing Woman.

Chris Voss. To get to the level of being a hostage negotiator for the FBI, you’ve got to be an skilled communicator. Chris Voss is just that and no stranger to making things happen. In this episode he shares communication insights and teaches that negotiation is perishable.

• Look for how people tell the truth - we only tell the truth one way but we lie 7 or 8 different ways
• Truth comes in the corrections - if you can get someone to correct you, they’ll feel authoritative and in charge and they’ll give more information
• Smiling is a good business practice - smiling at someone positively changes their brain chemistry and makes them more open to communication
• We are 31% smarter in a positive frame of mind
• The old saying ‘seek first to understand and then to be understood’ can be expanded to seek first to show how/what you understand because that helps the other side open up
• “You’re right” is a convo ender - the other side doesn’t feel understood so they just want you to stop talking
• If you can call out the elephant in the room, you are seen as more authoritative, responsible and responsive
• 63-64 reps build the skill in your head

In addition to the reps building the skill, Chris also had these great tips about becoming an excellent communicator:

• Take your time and let the convos come to you
• Low stakes practice for your high stakes performances
• Make verbal observations ie, when someone says “do you have a minute to talk?” respond “sounds like there is something on your mind” - you’ll get to the root faster with a shorter conversation and the other party will feel understood
• Whoever names price first loses; whoever is doing the most talking is losing
• In conversations it should be 5:1 listening to talking. Use your five senses to listen

For more great information about communicating well and effectively, you can text FBIEMPATHY to 22828 - this gets you subscribed to Chris’ newsletter ‘The Edge’. You can also check out his book ‘Never Split the Difference; Negotiate like Your Life Depends On It.’ You can learn more about Chris at blackswanltd.com

Barbara Lazaroff is the Queen of Beverly Hills. Barbara is a world-renowned designer and restauranteur. She is the woman behind the famous Spago and Wolfgang Puck Restaurants, using her brilliant branding strategies to grow the company all over the world. A philanthropist as well, Lazaroff has dedicated her life to empowering women and using her platform to help those in need. 

She met her now former husband, Wolfgang Puck, at age 25 and they were married in 1983. Together they created the worldwide Wolfgang Puck Brand that is known for its unique style. 

To help their restaurant brand take off, Lazaroff established Imaginings Design in 1981. She was the sole designer for the Wolfgang Puck restaurants, including Spago Hollywood, Spago Beverly Hills, and all the Cafés.  

Her restaurant designs are found all over the world, from Spago Tokyo to the Wolfgang Puck Café in Melbourne, Australia.

Another one of Lazaroff’s goals for branding was to make people feel like they were eating at home and part of the family. 

In 2014, she went on to design a dinnerware line called the Flame of Life, inspired by her original poem, and a portion of the proceeds go towards supporting a variety of her charities. 

As you can see, Barbara Lazaroff has been very influential as a restauranteur, designer, and in branding. She has a long list of achievements in many fields, including design, philanthropy, and fashion.

Steve Sims discusses the importance of things in your life. What impact are they having on your life? Are they things you have bought or subscribed to? If they burnt down, would you buy or subscribe them again? Listen to this episode to learn more.

On this episode, Steve revisits the Gucci store that impacted his childhood.

On today's episode Steve discusses the importance of failing...

Professor Derek Richard and his research team of 50 scientists, clinicians, and surgeons are focused on understanding the biological processes that cause us to age and develop age-related diseases such as cancer, arthritis, and Alzheimer’s disease. He has been published in some of the world’s most highly regarded scientific journals and was awarded a prestigious Australian Government Future Fellowship in 2011 and a Fellowship from the Chenhall Research Foundation in 2016. He has also launched two biotechnology companies with the first developing a treatment for cancer and the second developing a therapeutic to reduce the risk of getting cancer.

Mark Hawwa is a visionary who transformed a simple idea into a global movement. Inspired by a GQ magazine image of Don Draper, played by Jon Hamm in "Mad Men," sitting suavely on a classic Matchless motorcycle, Mark yearned to shatter the rough-edged stereotype often associated with bikers. He envisioned a world where motorcyclists were seen in a different light, not as the notorious one percenters or "bad boys," but as dapper individuals enjoying the ride of life.

With this image in mind, Mark created "The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride" (DGR), an event where riders don their finest suits and take to the city streets with open-faced helmets and wide grins. The inaugural DGR was driven by the desire to dress sharply, share a few laughs, and pivot away from the conventional biker image. Mark's initiative quickly outgrew its humble beginnings, blossoming into an international phenomenon that has reshaped the public's perception of motorcyclists across the globe. With a touch of elegance and a strong sense of community, Mark Hawwa has spearheaded a stylish revolution on two wheels, proving that change can begin with a simple ride through the heart of the city.

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Welcome to today's powerful episode of "The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve Sims." Today, we’re joined by Tony McAleer, a man who has walked a profound journey from hate to healing. Tony spent 15 years as the leader of a white supremacist neo-Nazi group in Canada, but his life took a radical turn, propelling him on a path towards compassion and redemption. We'll explore how his early experiences of neglect and the allure of power and belonging drew him into the world of hate groups. We'll also discuss his transformative realizations as a parent, the profound impact of personal growth workshops, and his eventual co-founding of Life After Hate, an organization dedicated to helping individuals exit hate groups.

Tony will share insights from his book, "The Cure for Hate," and his emotional journey to Auschwitz, reflecting on confronting his past Holocaust denial. This episode is a deep dive into the human need for belonging, the psychology of extremist behavior, and the transformative power of compassion and connection. So, join us as Tony McAleer helps us understand the darkness and, more importantly, the path back to light.

Captain Charlie Plumb graduated from the Naval Academy at Annapolis and went on to be a fighter pilot flying theF-4 Phantom jet on 74 successful combat missions over Vietnam. On his 75th mission, with only five days before he was to return home, Plumb was shot down, captured, tortured, and imprisoned in an 8-by-8 foot cell. He spent the next 2,103 days as a Prisoner Of War in communist war prisons.

During his nearly six years of captivity, Captain Plumb distinguished himself among his fellow prisoners as a professional in underground communications, and served for two of those years as the chaplain in his camp. Since his return home, more than 5,000 audiences in nearly every industry have been spellbound as fighter pilot keynote speaker Captain Charlie Plumb shares his story and the lessons he learned from it.

Steve visits Kern Valley State Prison, a level IV maximum security institution. An experience that changed his life forever. Learn how inmates are training to be entrepreneurs (EIT) and the hardship realities they have lived through. It will be hard for some to listen to this episode, but challenge yourself to get uncomfortable, you'll be glad you did.

George J. Chanos, Esq. served as Nevada’s 31st Attorney General. He successfully (9/0), argued the case of Warton v. Bockting, 549 U.S. 406 (2007), before the United States Supreme Court. He’s also the Chairman of the 120+ unit, QSR franchise Capriottis, an author and a speaker. 

Mr. Chanos has a common-sense approach to dealing with problems and a unique ability to understand and explain complex issues. He also has a clear vision and uncommon insights, concerning how anyone, regardless of circumstance, can overcome the challenges they face and go on to design and lead a happy, successful and meaningful life. 

Mr. Chanos writes and speaks about what he sees as our collective future, and offers important insight and advice, on how we can reach our individual and collective potential - in what promises to be a rapidly and radically changing environment.  

His books “Seize Your Destiny: A Roadmap to Success” and “Millennial Samurai: A Mindset for the 21st. Century” are available on Amazon. 

Millennial Samurai: A Mindset for the 21st Century http://bit.ly/MillennnialSamurai takes a look at the technological revolution and how it will likely impact our lives over the next thirty years. 

A passage from Millennial Samurai reads:

"To survive and thrive in the 21st Century, you will need to pivot and adapt to a rapidly and radically changing environment. You will need to engage in a process of lifelong learning, unlearning and re-learning. And you will need to learn how to think critically and guard against misinformation, all while surfing a tsunami of technological change." 

Millennial Samurai has been called, “A Toolkit for the 21st. Century.” It contains 182 chapters, only 1 to 3 pages each.

It offers inspiration, guidance and direction to those who are interested in making the most of their one and only life. You won’t see the world the same way after reading it. 

Steve shows off his comedic skills, while making you realize value is in what you know.

Anthony Stephen Malone - Former Paratrooper, Bodyguard, Elite Operator, CIA Asset. Author of 4 Books (Including United Nations Faces of Hope) and Guest Speaker, Lecturer. Ambassador and Patron of international charities and foundations.

Many have tried to stop Anthony’s story from being told, they have succeeded.. until now..!! Tasks included; Almost 3 years undercover inside a Terrorist Network working for the CIA. Over 100 Terrorists Attacks stopped including attacks on Schools, football matches, music events, Buckingham Palace and several other targets across the UK and US. (Including helping to stop 12 suicide bombers in UK and Europe). Lives Saved, Job Done. Synopsis of covert tasks on Documents Page. The books are detailed with corresponding photographs, original reports and documents. From "Living On The Edge" to being the "Cutting Edge". A rare inside firsthand account of what it takes to stop terrorist attacks and save lives..

Brian Bogert is a passionate human behavior and performance coach, speaker, business strategist, top sales professional and philanthropic leader who believes in helping growth-minded individuals achieve the best version of themselves: their most authentic selves.

Brian teaches how to leverage radical authenticity and awareness to create the intentional life you’ve been dreaming of, but have struggled to create. His revolutionary strategy—embrace pain to avoid suffering—has helped individuals and companies break beyond their normal to achieve the success in life and business that they’ve always wanted. If you want to create a life of no limits and gain freedom, Brian and his team will get you there.

Giveaway: www.nolimitsprelude.com

Leigh Brown is a successful REALTOR®, forward-thinking CEO, and #1 best-selling author. She runs one of the top real estate teams in the country, she is a kickin’ keynote speaker and loves everything baseball.

Leigh’s successful first book, bestseller Outrageous Authenticity™, paved the path to writing her second book, The 7 Deadly Sins of Sales™ which instantly became an Amazon #1 bestseller! You may also catch Leigh (and her friends that she chats with) on her podcast: Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate.

She is known for being a sassy Southern woman who is extremely popular for her no-holds-barred approach to motivation. She is currently one of the sales industry’s most sought-after speakers and her inspirational speeches have allowed her to travel all over the United States and the globe – from Miami to Dubai!

Visit: Leigh Brown

Welcome back to The Art of Making Things Happen, I'm your host, Steve Sims. Today we're diving into the world of scaling businesses with the master of marketing himself, Ryan Deiss. From bringing multiple companies to the Inc 5000 to overcoming personal and professional hurdles, Ryan is a powerhouse of entrepreneurial wisdom.

In this episode, Ryan shares his playbook for growth and provides actionable insights on how to scale without losing sight of what matters most — your well-being and relationships. We take a deep dive into his journey, learning how speaking at events and creating the Traffic and Conversion Summit propelled him and his partners into digital marketing stardom and birthed the powerful mastermind group, War Room.

We also peel back the layers on Ryan's personal philosophy, his ambition to hold ‘less of more’ across businesses, and why he's targeted eight-figure growth while remaining resolutely 'Anti Personal Brand'. Expect to hear the story of his first marketing event at 20, the accidental formation of a new business venture, and why taking annual vacations with family is a non-negotiable for him.

Get ready to be inspired and get a hold of actionable strategies to not just grow, but truly scale your business while building a life that's rich not just with revenue, but with purpose and joy. This is The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve Sims, and it's time to make your business dreams a reality.

Meet Sean Swarner. His first goal was to crawl 8 feet from the hospital bed to the bathroom. He went on to Redefine Impossible by climbing 29,035 feet to the top of Mt. Everest with one lung! From there he stood atop the highest point on all 7 continents, skied to the South and North Poles, and completed the Hawaii Ironman. With only one functioning lung, a prognosis of fourteen days to live, and being in a medically-induced coma for a year, Sean Swarner is the first cancer survivor to stand on top of the world... Mt. Everest. Sean has broken through defined human limitation in order to redefine the way the world views success.

As Sean continues to defy the odds, test his own endurance and inspire and motivate people around the world, he shares his message of healing, hope, and triumph with cancer patients worldwide. Sean also serves as a source of inspiration as the founder of the non-profit organization, The CancerClimber Association, as author of the book “Keep Climbing,” and as a motivational speaker to corporations, universities, and other organizations around the globe.

Rob Angel is the creator of Pictionary® and author of GAME CHANGER: The Story of Pictionary and How I Turned a Simple Idea into the Bestselling Board Game in the World (Amplify/June 2020).

In 1985, while waiting tables in Seattle, WA, Rob found his “aardvark” and began his seventeen-year adventure with Pictionary, the phenomenally successful and iconic board game. From using his college-worn Merriam Webster’s paperback dictionary, a No.2 pencil and a yellow legal pad to create the first Pictionary word list, to putting together the first 1000 games by hand in his tiny apartment, to licensing the game around the world, Rob and his partners would go on to sell 38,000,000 games in 60 countries before selling Pictionary to Mattel in 2001.

Today, Rob Angel is an entrepreneur, explorer, investor, philanthropist, and sought-after speaker on a mission to help others create their own success and best life by taking their first small step. From running with the bulls to swimming with sharks and parachuting out of airplanes, Rob seeks out adventure and aardvarks wherever he goes. He is the proud father of Sam and Ben.

Pictionary® is a registered trademark of Mattel, Inc.

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Leigh Steinberg, premier sports agent, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and CEO of Leigh Steinberg Sports and Entertainment Holdings, is best known for his work building athletes into stand-alone brands. He is often credited as the real-life inspiration for the Oscar-winning film Jerry Maguire. Leigh has represented many of the most successful athletes and coaches in football, basketball, baseball, hockey, boxing, and golf, including the number one overall pick in the NFL draft for an unprecedented eight times in conjunction with 64 total first round picks. With an unrivaled history of record-setting contracts, Leigh has secured over $4 billion for his 300+ pro athlete clients and directed more than $900 million to various charities around the world.

Over the course of his career, Leigh has been featured on numerous national television programs, including 60 Minutes, Larry King Live, The Today Show, Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous, and many more. He has been profiled in a host of magazines, including Business Week, Sports Illustrated, ESPN the Magazine, People, Forbes, Playboy, GQ, and FHM. He currently resides in Newport Beach, CA.

On today's episode, Steve talks about his experience at Sneakercon 2019.

International bestselling author Jay Samit, is a
dynamic entrepreneur and intrepreneur who is
widely recognized as one of the world’s leading
experts on disruption and innovation. Described
by Wired magazine as “having the coolest job in
the industry,” he raises hundreds of millions of
dollars for startups, sells companies to Fortune
500 firms, transforms entire industries, revamps
government institutions, and for three decades
continues to be at the forefront of global trends.
Everyone from the Pope to the President calls on
Samit to orchestrate positive change in this era of
endless innovation. A former NASDAQ company
CEO and Independent Vice Chairman of Deloitte,
Samit helped grow pre-IPO companies such as
LinkedIn, held senior management roles at EMI,
Sony and Universal Studios, pioneered
breakthrough advancements in mobile video,
robotics, internet advertising, ecommerce, social
networks, eBooks, and digital music that are used
by billions of consumers every day.

Dan Nicholson cut his teeth in Fortune 500 companies and some of the most prestigious financial institutions in the country, completed a prestigious fellowship with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (where he helped write a national accounting standard), and was recognized 4 times as a top 40 accountant under 40 globally.

After gathering all this experience, Dan leaned into his entrepreneurial ambitions and founded multiple small businesses, including Nth Degree CPAs, a Seattle-based accounting firm named one of the 10 best-run mid-sized accounting firms in the US.

Since then, he has used his insights from over 3,000 conversations with entrepreneurs and business owners to develop a certification, The Certified Certainty Advisor, that, through his business CertaintyU teaches business owners methods for increasing certainty, minimizing risk, and engineering cash flow.