Popular morning radio show personality Van Harden talks with Mitch Matthews for the DREAM. THINK. DO. Podcast. Listen To The Podcast:    “Meet at the station at 4:50” IN THE MORNING!  Those are the words Mitch Matthews read when he went to meet his current guest, Van Harden. Van is the host of the "Van and Bonnie Show," Iowa's most popular morning radio show. Plus, he's the program director of WHO Radio, Iowa's biggest radio station. In this interview, we turn the mic on Van and ask him some questions. You'll find out how he was able to turn his childhood dream job into a reality that’s lasted nearly 25 years, and has earned 13 Marconi awards from the National Association of Broadcasters, 5 of which were awarded to him personally. “Having fun at work is a choice.” Tweet This But living his dream wasn’t enough, so he is also the inventor of the DayTeller® timepiece and the Van Harden Cheese Crust Pizza, as well as a successful author!  Now you can find out how he accomplished all that and still kept his dream job fun after all these years (and no, you don’t have to wake up before 5 a.m. to do so)! “Diversify your emotions” Tweet This Ever wonder how you’re going to enjoy your job, even after you’ve had it for years?  Van gives you tips on how to sustain your dream by keeping it fun, including what to do when you accidentally receive 50 left shoes.  Plus, Van tells the story of how he prepared for his future career, even when many doubted he could do it.  Then he gives the background behind one of his inventions and his book, Life in the Purple Wedge, both of which have positively impacted thousands of lives. “No matter how many breaths you take, there’s always more oxygen there for you.” Tweet This This episode is packed full of information and tips that you can use every day of your life!  It’s time to be inspired, keep the fun alive, and live your dream!  Resources Find out more about Van at his website: Van Harden

Handicap This creator Tim Wambach talks with Mitch Matthews for the DREAM. THINK. DO. Podcast. Listen To The Podcast:    Taking a road trip from Orlando to Chicago can be an adventure, but a trip from Orlando to Chicago that you RUN is simply inspiring.  That is exactly what Tim Wambach did.  He ran 717 miles in order to raise awareness for Cerebral Palsy, but his trip didn’t stop there.  Tim went on to found Handicap This production with his good friend Mike Berkson, which helps shed light on what it’s like living with Cerebral Palsy.  He is also the president of the Keep On Keeping On Foundation, a nonprofit that assists those living with severe physical disabilities.  Tim was able to take his passion and turn it into a meaningful career, and now he’s joining Mitch Matthews to help you do the same! “The reason we’ve come a long way is that we’ve had consistent action.” Tweet This Hear first-hand how Tim met Mike, the person who started it all; and where he got the idea for his incredible run (3:42).  Now you can discover how to bring out your own passion (14:19) so you can create something life-changing with it, or if you have too many ideas, Tim gives you tips on how to filter them to choose the very best ones (18:08).  He even gives you his personal strategies for staying focused and engaged (22:16).  Plus, Tim imparts advice about running a non-profit, including (24:31): “I think one of the most dangerous aspects of success is that you stop trying new things.” Tweet This Don’t forget that you’re a business Have a team of people who believe in your idea Get a good lawyer and accountant “Energy is a choice.” Tweet This Listen in and learn to turn what motivates you into a fulfilling career.  Now you can take your passion and run with it (literally)! Resources Handicapthis.com  KeepOnKeepingOn.com

Mitch Matthews discusses the secret weapon that introverts have in this week's DREAM. THINK. DO. Podcast. Listen To The Podcast:    Are you an introvert, but know that you need to go out and meet countless new people in order to achieve your dream?  Take heart!!  Join Mitch for a deep dive, where he gives his personal strategies for introverts like himself to use when building their networks.  And the extroverts out there can use the same strategies to become more effective at what they’re already good at: building relationships. “You’re trying to be interesting; be interested.” Tweet This Not sure which category you fall under?  Think about how you like to recharge at the end of a hard day; do you like to get revved up by a group of people or enjoy some peace and quiet?  If you fall under the second, learn the secret weapons you can use to calm your anxiety while still making authentic connections with a large group of people.  The key is to be interested.  Find out the best questions to ask others that will both help you learn and make them remember you.  Or you can turn a conference into a real life game of connect the dots! This episode also shares Mitch’s survival strategy for those dreaded meetings with an open floor plan.  And you receive the extra bonus of hearing how he stalked a bike shop, and turned it into a valuable lesson.  So it’s time for you to stop thinking of being an introvert as a weakness to overcome, when it’s actually a strength to build you up.  Go out there, start making those connections and living your dreams!  

Branding expert John Michael Morgan talks with Mitch Matthews for the DREAM. THINK. DO. Podcast. Listen To The Podcast:    “I just knew what I did not want, and I was unwilling to accept other people’s expectations to be thrown on me.” Tweet This Are you feeling the pressure from those around you?  Do you make life decisions based on what you “should” do?  Stop right now!!  In this episode, Mitch Matthews is joined by John Michael Morgan, successful author of "Brand Against The Machine," entrepreneur of three online businesses, and the man who gave himself permission to break expectations and live out his dreams! “We’re never going to outperform our own self-image.” Tweet This Now you can learn about John’s whopping four minutes of college life (2:44) and his tips to help you figure out what you truly enjoy (11:09).  But do you still have doubts that maybe what you dream of isn’t the best decision? Don’t let fear be your excuse!  John gives you the tools to push through your fears (17:29) and get clear on your results (14:46), so you can stride towards your dreams with confidence. “Everyone is self-made, but only the successful will admit it.” –Earl Nightingale Tweet This It’s time to stop living someone else’s expectations and start living YOUR dream!! So listen in and find out how to begin today!  Resources JohnMichaelMorgan.com