In this deep dive episode of the DREAM.THINK.DO podcast, Mitch shares his life coaching strategies. Listen To The Podcast:      I asked for your input on this podcast, and was thrilled with your response!  Therefore, this episode is going to be on a subject chosen by you, my wonderful listeners.  This is a deep dive that focuses on coaching and mentoring strategies for your team.  But it can also be used for life.  So whether you’re dealing with a marketing think tank or an unruly teenager, this episode is for you! Being a great mentor or coach can be broken down into three major points: Driving Ownership, Asking GOOD Questions, and Engaged Listening.  In this episode I dive into each step, highlighting real-life situations where these can be utilized as well as useful tips for putting them into practice.  Find out how to overcome the Intellectual Immune System and integrate the Power of Might, both of which are simple concepts that can create a massive difference in how people respond to you.  Plus, you will discover the story behind the Mother-In-Law Question. No matter if you have an official title or not, everyone has to take on a leadership role in their life.  Will you be ready?  Listen in so you can help your team thrive!

James Swanwick shares his story of achieve goals by breaking some rules on this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast with Mitch Matthews Listen To The Podcast:      Picasso once said, "Learn the rules like a pro, so you can learn to break them like an artist." My guest on the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast did just that to land his dream job of being an anchor for ESPN. That's right! I'm joined by the one-and-only James Swanwick. Listen in as I talk with James about how he defied the odds, broke the rules and earned a seat at the coveted ESPN desk. By the way, James didn't hit a home run the first time. In fact, he choked on his audition. So hear how he defied the odds.. TWICE!  Plus, learn how to break through your fear too! “You cannot eliminate fear; you cannot. But you can push through it and you can move forward.” Tweet This More importantly, we'll talk through James' 5-step plan for breaking through fears (and some of the rules) to make YOUR big dreams a reality! “I was willing to set fire to $2,000 for just the chance.” Tweet This Learn from the tips James shares with you, which are based on his personal experiences, and ones he still uses to push himself towards new goals.  And now you can do the same. Fear will come; but your dream is bigger than the fear.  So go for the dream in spite of it. This episode will help show you the way! “If those goals, as I’m writing them down, don’t make me want to throw up a little bit… then they’re probably not big enough.” Tweet This Resources 30DayNoAlcoholChallenge.com JamesSwanick.com

Best-selling author Dondi Scumaci shares how to find your purpose on this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast with Mitch Matthews Listen To The Podcast:    If you're like 70% of the workforce... you're unsatisfied with your current career. Plus... there's a very good chance that you'd like to make some changes... but you're not sure where to start. If that sounds familiar... it's time for you to learn from Dondi Scumaci, best-selling author and mentoring expert.  This Texan, with a heart as big as her state, travels the world  speaking about simple but powerful concepts that will equip you to... as she says... "design your own career." That might sound like a big promise... but Dondi delivers. “Batteries aren’t included. You have to open your gifts and practice them and develop them, be intentional and deploy them.” Tweet This When Dondi became dissatisfied with her job in banking, she took a leap and left to be a consultant, leaving her "glamorously unemployed."  But then she started to reinvent herself, and built the path that led to the raging success she now enjoys. This episode is full of important tidbits that helped her to succeed; including key concepts such as the Right Road Grid, which will help you navigate the gaps from where to are in your career to where you want to be.  Discover the right questions to ask, as well as how to find the answers that will make you more than just a commodity, they’ll make you an asset. “The brink of breakthrough look a lot like a brick wall.” Tweet This So listen in to learn how to bring your best game and design the career you’ve always dreamed of!  It’s time to be a part of our movement.  It’s time to dream bigger, think better, and do more!! “We’re all one choice away from greatness.” Tweet This Resources Dondiscumaci.com

In this deep dive episode, Mitch shares how you can navigating difficult conversations in your life. Listen To The Podcast:    Recently, a listener asked me a really great question that was really worth digging into: How do you navigate a difficult conversation?  Hey... we’ve all had them. Tough conversations where you either feel like you're walking on eggshells... OR you're a bull in a China shop because you're hoppin' mad! These conversations are tough... but it's critical to handle them well.  Amen? So...  if you want better handle those situations...  this DREAM. THINK. DO. episode is for you! I’ll discuss the 4 Steps to Navigating a Difficult Conversation and break each step down to give you some easy-to-follow guidelines.  And of course, I'll also share some stories of how these steps have played out in my own life.  (I'll even share one that's a bit embarrassing for me, but it will help me to make my point.) Plus, you’ll find out how to avoid "combat mentality" and the infamous "G.L.F." (Don’t know what that is? You’ll soon find out!). “The real enemy is not your conversational counterpart, but the combat mentality itself.” Tweet This So whether the person you’re conversing with is your spouse, your best friend or just a total jack weed at the office, you’ll know how to navigate the situation and reach a satisfying outcome! Resources Click Here For The Handout