The Big Table

Hosted by Coach Micheal Burt

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Jun 2026

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The Big Table Podcast is built for those who refuse to settle. Join Coach Micheal Burt as he sits down with elite entrepreneurs and industry leaders to break down what it really takes to grow, scale, and dominate. Each episode dives into activating you, your business, and your wealth. If you're ready for bigger plays and better rooms, welcome to The Big Table.

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June 3, 202645 min

How To Scale A Business In 2026 l Benjamin Hardy 10x Framework

In this episode of The Big Table, I sit down with bestselling author and entrepreneur Dr. Benjamin Hardy to break down the principles behind The Science of Scaling and what it really takes to 10X a business in 3 years or less.Most entrepreneurs focus on growth. Benjamin explains why growth and scaling are not the same thing, and why so many businesses get stuck between $1M and $5M in revenue. We dive into the strategies, mindset shifts, and decision making frameworks that help founders move from incremental progress to exponential results.Benjamin shares his proven 10X framework, the power of setting impossible goals, how to identify the few actions that create the majority of results, and why scaling requires a completely different way of thinking about business, leadership, strategy, and opportunity.If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, CEO, sales leader, or growth-minded professional looking to scale your company, increase revenue, build a stronger team, and create a bigger future, this conversation is packed with actionable insights you can apply immediately.Dr. Benjamin Hardy: https://www.benjaminhardy.com/Scaling.com: https://scaling.com/getstarted1In this episode:The difference between business growth and business scalingBenjamin Hardy's 10X FrameworkHow to scale a business in 2026Why most businesses never reach their true potentialThe science behind exponential growthHow to think from the future instead of the pastThe power law principle and finding your highest-leverage activitiesBuilding a scalable business modelStrategic partnerships and accelerated growthWhy accountability is critical for scalingHow successful entrepreneurs create quantum leaps in businessChapters:00:00 - Power Laws00:47 - Dr. Benjamin Hardy02:25 - The Problem With Scaling06:25 -Opportunity Confusion09:25 - Quantum Leaps14:20 - Studying Scale22:54 - The Big Table23:38 - Choosing Strategy 29:30 - Hardy's Personal Skills 33:36 - Getting In A System36:05 - Learning To Learn41:00 - Locating Purpose43:50 - Closing Remarks45:32 - Like and Subscribe!________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Free PreyDrive Planner: https://planner.coachburt.com/plannerEvents: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/eventsJoin Our Group Coaching: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/membershipHire Me To Speak: https://www.coachburt.com/bookcoachCheck Out My Books: https://books.coachburt.com/books#BenjaminHardy #BusinessScaling #10XGrowth #TheScienceOfScaling #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #ScalingBusiness #Leadership #BusinessStrategy #CoachBurt #TheBigTablePodcast #BusinessSuccess #RevenueGrowth #CEO #Founder #ScalingFramework #GrowthMindset #QuantumLeap #FutureSelf #HighPerformance

June 3, 202644 min

Human Performance Expert Reveals Why Most Leaders Fail

In this episode of The Big Table Podcast I sit down with Colby Jubenville: a human performance expert, professor, trusted advisor, and co-author of Zebras and Cheetahs for one of the deepest conversations we’ve had on leadership, identity, burnout, culture, and what really causes people and teams to fail.Colby breaks down the psychology behind bad leadership, why high performers sometimes become toxic, and how unresolved tension destroys organizations from the inside out. We discuss accountability, trust, questions-based leadership, emotional exhaustion, team dysfunction, and why most leaders avoid the hard conversations that actually create growth.We also revisit lessons from our book Zebras and Cheetahs and reflect on over a decade of working together in the business world — from staying in cheap hotels and building consulting businesses to helping leaders scale teams, develop culture, and navigate adversity under pressure.If you’re an entrepreneur, leader, coach, executive, athlete, or someone trying to unlock higher performance in life and business, this conversation will challenge the way you think about leadership and human behavior.Chapters:00:00 - Dr. Jubenville02:30 - Zebras and Cheetahs03:50 - How To Stop Workplace Drama06:50 -Toxic High Performers08:31 - The Dysfunction and The Dance13:45 - Asking Questions18:38 - The Big Table19:22 - The Low Hanging Fruit23:30 - Trusted Advisor30:30 - Battle Testing36:45 - People Focus On The Negative40:30 - Zebras and Cheetahs Revisited41:10 - How Did We Get Here43:40 - Like and Subscribe!________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Free PreyDrive Planner: https://planner.coachburt.com/plannerEvents: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/eventsJoin Our Group Coaching: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/membershipHire Me To Speak: https://www.coachburt.com/bookcoachCheck Out My Books: https://books.coachburt.com/books

June 3, 202610 min

Proximity to Power: The Skill Nobody Teaches

Proximity to Power is one of the most overlooked skills in business, leadership, and personal growth. In this coaching session, I break down why talent alone is not enough and how getting close to the right people can completely change your trajectory.Most highly talented people stay underpaid, overlooked, and undercapitalized because decision-makers never truly see their value. This video reveals how powerful people think, what they look for, and how to position yourself to gain influence, opportunity, and momentum.If you want to increase your influence, attract high-level opportunities, and become impossible to ignore, this lesson is for you.Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, salesperson, coach, or ambitious professional, these principles can help you elevate your position and unlock new levels of success.Chapters:00:00 - Highly Talented Yet Under Capitalized 00:56 - Proximity to Power04:05 - The Power of One Person05:05 - Generalist vs. Specialist05:48 - Luck Is A Person07:45 - Seeing Prey Drive09:50 - Like and Subscribe!________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Free PreyDrive Planner: https://planner.coachburt.com/plannerEvents: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/eventsJoin Our Group Coaching: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/membershipHire Me To Speak: https://www.coachburt.com/bookcoachCheck Out My Books: https://books.coachburt.com/books#ProximityToPower #CoachBurt #Leadership #SuccessMindset #BusinessGrowth

May 2, 202611 min

Can’t Stay Motivated? THIS IS WHY

Why do you start strong… but lose motivation halfway through?In this session, I break down the real reason why you can’t stay motivated and it’s not what you think. If you’ve ever felt stuck, distracted, or inconsistent, this video will show you what’s actually holding you back.The truth is, motivation isn’t something you wait for… it’s something you activate.I speak on the concept of prey drive: your internal instinct to pursue, capture, and achieve goals at a high level. When your prey drive is activated, you don’t rely on feelings. You operate with purpose, urgency, and discipline.In this video, you’ll learn:Why you keep losing motivationThe hidden factors that kill your driveHow to activate your prey drive on commandHow high performers stay consistent every dayWhy action—not feelings—is the key to momentumIf you’re tired of starting and stopping… this is the mindset shift you’ve been missing.Chapters:00:00 - Prey Drive02:29 - Why Do People Lose Motivation?03:35 - Phase 1 Activation04:40 - Phase 2 Persistence04:58 - Phase 3 Intensity05:30 - 5 Factors That Activate Drive08:08 - Offense Wins10:54 - Like and Subscribe!________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Free PreyDrive Planner: https://planner.coachburt.com/plannerEvents: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/eventsJoin Our Group Coaching: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/membershipHire Me To Speak: https://www.coachburt.com/bookcoachCheck Out My Books: https://books.coachburt.com/books

April 20, 202615 min

Exactly How I've Made MILLIONS With One Skill

Did you know your natural skill has the possibility to make you rich? You just have to find and grow it.Discover exactly how I made millions with one skill and how you can do the same. In this episode I break down the 16-year journey from a small-town basketball coach to entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and business leader.Most people chase jobs, quick money, and shortcuts. But real wealth is built by identifying your natural skill, mastering it over time, and learning how to solve bigger problems in the marketplace.In this video, you’ll learn:How to find your natural skill.Why skill development creates long-term wealth.How Coach Burt turned one skill into millionsWhy most people stay stuck financially.How to monetize your talent and create multiple income streams.The difference between small problems vs big problems.How to earn a seat at the bigger table.If you’ve ever wondered how to make money with your talent, discover your purpose, or turn your knowledge into income, this video will give you the roadmap.Chapters:00:00 - High School Coach to Millionaire01:00 - Behind The Grind03:30 - Create a Breakthrough04:00 - Building a Primary Skill10:18 - A Big Question For You11:00 - Marketing Your Skill13:00 - Monetize Your Skill14:44 - Be Apart of something Big________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Free PreyDrive Planner: https://planner.coachburt.com/plannerEvents: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/eventsJoin Our Group Coaching: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/membershipHire Me To Speak: https://www.coachburt.com/bookcoachCheck Out My Books: https://books.coachburt.com/books

April 4, 202613 min

EXACTLY How I went From $28K a Year to MILLIONS (Simple Formula)

How do you go from making $28,000 a year to building a multi-million dollar business? In this video, I break down the exact formula that changed everything.I started as a high school coach, working long hours for low pay… but once I discovered how to identify, package, and monetize my skill, everything shifted. The truth is, money flows to people who solve bigger problems. And in this video, I show you how to position yourself to attract high-level opportunities, high-paying clients, and “blue marlin” problems that lead to massive income growth.You’ll learn:-The difference between small problems vs big problems vs “messy” problems-Why specialization beats generalization in business and sales-How to turn your past experience into a high-income skill-The exact strategy I used to land my first $100K+ client-How to become a person of interest and attract opportunities instead of chasing them-The formula for scaling income, building a brand, and creating leverageIf you're an entrepreneur, coach, salesperson, or anyone looking to make more money, grow a business, and level up your mindset, this video will show you the blueprint.Chapters:00:00 - Blue Marlins00:52 - Why People Pay Money01:42 - Burt's Formula03:56 - The Double Shift04:58 - Burt's First Blue Marlin09:42 - Blue Marlin Attraction Formula01:42 - Burt's Formula11:19 - Review11:52 - Your First Step13:06 - Like and Subscribe!________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Free PreyDrive Planner: https://planner.coachburt.com/plannerEvents: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/eventsJoin Our Group Coaching: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/membershipHire Me To Speak: https://www.coachburt.com/bookcoachCheck Out My Books: https://books.coachburt.com/books

March 23, 202614 min

The Mindset That Separates Small Players From Big Players

The concept of The Big Table represents not only building a company that is successful, but also the idea of playing at the highest level in business, where work is enjoyable, profitable, and meaningful.I’m Coach Micheal Burt, and in this video I break down the core business cycle that every company must master to grow. By mastering lead generation, value explanation, and follow up, entrepreneurs can position themselves for bigger opportunities, and go on to build a business that earns their seat at the Big TableHis mission is to help entrepreneurs, executives, and sales teams unlock peak performance through his Prey Drive philosophyChapters:00:00 - Transformation01:20 - Mergers & Acquisitions02:53 - Where Is The Business Struggling?03:14 - Generation Of A Lead04:02 - Different Lead Generation Strategies05:25 - How Many Leads Are You Generating?05:40 - How I Do It06:43 - The Big Table Podcast08:15 - Follow Up And Conversion09:09 - Closing A Deal10:01 - The Transformation Business11:01 - Why Do People Sit At A Small Table?13:50 - Like and Subscribe!________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Free PreyDrive Planner: https://planner.coachburt.com/plannerEvents: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/eventsJoin Our Group Coaching: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/membershipHire Me To Speak: https://www.coachburt.com/bookcoachCheck Out My Books: https://books.coachburt.com/books

March 16, 202655 min

You Can Get Handed MILLIONS Through This! Bernard Porter on Ninja Discernment

What if the difference between struggling financially and being handed a million-dollar opportunity came down to one skill?In this episode of The Big Table,I sit down with successful Entrepreneur, Ceo, Agents, and overall deal broker Bernard Porter to talk about the power of “Ninja Discernment.” In this conversation, we break down:Why one conversation can change your financial future.How elite performers develop strong intuition and discernment.The importance of being in the right rooms with the right people.How successful leaders spot opportunity faster than everyone else.Why environment and proximity determine your income and influence.The truth is, massive opportunities often come through relationships and timing. When you develop the skill of ninja discernment, you begin to recognize the people, rooms, and moments that can completely transform your business and life.If you're an entrepreneur, leader, or high performer looking to grow your network, increase your income, and position yourself for bigger opportunities, this conversation is packed with insights.Chapters:00:00 - Instincts01:04 - The Big Table With Coach Burt01:58 - Introductions and The Greatness Factory03:18 - What Does Bernard Porter Do?06:28 - Developing Positive Expectancy08:40 - Ninja Level Discernment09:53 - Managing Iconic People23:30 - Learning Sophistication26:27 - A Message From Coach Burt27:40 - Monetizing Your Skill33:17 - What Do You Need TO Make It Big38:52 - From Music To Business41:22 - What Makes A Good Business?46:20 - Intentional Congruence52:12 - What Makes A Person of Interest?53:50 - Connect With Bernard55:30 - Like and Subscribe!________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Free PreyDrive Planner: https://planner.coachburt.com/plannerEvents: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/eventsJoin Our Group Coaching: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/membershipHire Me To Speak: https://www.coachburt.com/bookcoachCheck Out My Books: https://books.coachburt.com/books

March 14, 202645 min

From Construction Jobs to Building Skyscrapers | How He Left His Mark On Nashville

What does it take to build iconic buildings that shape an entire city?Today I sat down with real estate developer Tony Giarratana, who played a key role in developing several iconic downtown Nashville properties, including the 505 building where the Greatness Factory is located. The conversation explores Tony’s entrepreneurial journey, his philosophy on development and leadership, and the lessons he learned while building large-scale real estate projects.Tony Giarratana:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-giarratana-4b99bb103/Chapters:00:00 - Being Accessible01:18 - The Big Table With Coach Burt01:40 - Who Is Tony Giarratana?03:21 - Beginnings05:00 - What Were You Developing?08:09 - Introductions09:17 - Economics15:38 - If You Could Go Back And Do It Again18:21 - Role Models21:30 - Creativity25:05 - The Big Table Podcast26:19 - Outdoing Myself 29:30 - Supply And Demand33:21 - Accessibility And Posture37:21 - How Do People Invest With You?40:35 - Connection Skills44:55 - Like and Subscribe!________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Free PreyDrive Planner: https://planner.coachburt.com/plannerEvents: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/eventsJoin Our Group Coaching: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/membershipHire Me To Speak: https://www.coachburt.com/bookcoachCheck Out My Books: https://books.coachburt.com/books

March 3, 20261 hr 1 min

You Don't Need Motivation... You Need This l Todd Duncan

Most people think they need more motivation. But according to Todd Duncan, there’s more out there that can lead you to success. In this episode, I sit down with legendary sales trainer and mortgage industry icon Todd Duncan to break down what truly separates top 1% producers from average performers. He dives into high performance psychology, the difference between motivation and commitment, and why production in sales comes down to identity and personal standards, not hype. He also shares a new product from his company Fuel, that is revolutionizing the sales industry. If you’re in the mortgage industry, sales, real estate, financial services, or leadership, this conversation will challenge how you think about success, coaching, and sustained performance.Todd Duncan: https://www.instagram.com/toddduncanofficial/Chapters:00:00 - Gold Mine01:08 - The Big Table01:41 - The Todd Father02:48 - Why The Mortgage Industry07:03 - This Changed Todd Forever09:43 - The Success Mentality14:33 - Two Ways To Sell15:03 - Relationships Make a Fortune16:33 - Stop Asking For Business19:33 - Sales People Make This Mistake22:38 - The Model27:53 - Leads vs. Referrals30:25 - Message From Coach31:08 - The Best Business40:48 - Training in Sales50:23 - The Ultimate Sales Tool54:45 - AI Coach Burt59:00 - This Changes Companies1:00:09 - Thank You Todd Duncan 1:00:49 - Like and Subscribe!________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Free PreyDrive Planner: https://planner.coachburt.com/plannerEvents: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/eventsJoin Our Group Coaching: https://www.thegreatnessfactory.com/membershipHire Me To Speak: https://www.coachburt.com/bookcoachCheck Out My Books: https://books.coachburt.com/books