Win At Home First

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Many of us focus on winning at work. Then, with whatever time and energy is left, we give to our family and to ourselves. In the end, no one wins. Marriages suffer, kids are neglected, and you are not fulfilled. Learn from business leaders who are winning at both home and work.

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June 10, 202644 min

How and why to make your competition better and the importance of an abundant mindset with Nic Parish, CEO of Burns Dirt

I was talking to todays guest, Nic Parish, and he said something that stopped me in my tracks. I asked Nic if his upcoming seminar was actually information for his competition. He said, "If my competition gets better, it forces us to get better." WOW! Todays episode goes into how Nic can stay in his abundant mindset, rather than gatekeeping the knowledge he has about his industry. You can listen to today's episode at www.corymcarlson.com/podcast In this episode, you'll discover… Why does Nic help his competition? (1:25) Is it worth it to have an abundant mindset? (8:45) Why Nic is passionate about winning at home and work. (12:15) How he got back up, after being severely knocked down (19:15) Nic's Bio: lead a family of construction, logistics, and waste companies in Mississippi—where we move a lot of dirt, but we're really in the business of building people. From the field to the boardroom, I believe in ownership, clarity, and raising the bar—always. We run hard, we lead with values, and we don't make excuses. My goal? Grow companies that make life better for the people in them, the clients we serve, and the communities we touch. CEO, Burns Dirt • Burns Logistics • Burns Waste Operator turned owner EOS believer | Culture builder | Long-game mindset Learn more here. What's Next? NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! 🎉 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.

May 27, 202653 min

The Power of Giving and Adding Value to Others with Jason Jaggard, founder of Novus Global and author of "Beyond High Performance"

"Whatever you put your hand to do, do it with all your might." Today's guest, Jason Jaggard, talks about the power of generosity. There are times in our lives when we may be called to be generous with our resources. When you see firsthand how beautiful it is to give, you'll also see an influx of how people come to pick your brain. So how do you know when are where to invest your time? You can listen to today's episode at www.corymcarlson.com/podcast In this episode, you'll discover… Being in the room with the right people. (2:28) Spiritual Generosity. (7:15) What is a meta performer? (14:33) A coach is a capacity trainer (26:39) Jason's Bio: Jason Jaggard is an entrepreneur, coach, & author dedicated to inspiring the world to pursue nobility. His work has been translated into over 50 languages and featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Market Watch, Under30CEO, The Global Leadership Network, and Chief Executive Magazine. He is the founder and CEO of Novus Global, a community of elite executive coaches pursuing coaching mastery together, serving the world's best leaders and teams to go beyond high performance. Jason is also the co-founder of The Meta Performance Institute, a non-traditional incubator for world-class coaching, leadership, and management. He is the executive producer and primary host for the award-winning Beyond High Performance Podcast, featuring interviews with world-class executive coaches along with billionaires, NYT bestselling authors, business leaders, professional athletes, activists, and award-winning entertainers. His first book, Spark: Transform Your World One Risk at a Time, can be found wherever books are sold. Learn more here. What's Next? NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! 🎉 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.

May 13, 202646 min

Looking for a few good fishers of men with Chris Simpson, President & CEO of CBMC (Christian Business Mens Connection)

How long do you spend with God? 10 minutes? 30 minutes? An hour?? In reality, we should be spending 24 hours with God! He is always behind what we do, what we say, how we move throughout our day. Today's guest Chris Simpson talks about how he stays in constant contact with God while being a family and business leader. In this episode, you'll discover… Key trait to win at home and at work? (:58) What is a "Divine Baseline" (2:19) Spirituality and being in the Secret Service. (7:02) It all comes down to identity. (13:56) Chris's Bio: Before being selected to lead CBMC International, Chris dedicated 28 years to a distinguished career in the public sector. As a Commanding Officer in the U.S. Marine Corps, he led some of the world's toughest personnel, honing his leadership skills in demanding environments. In 1999, he transitioned to the United States Secret Service, where he was responsible for protecting seven American presidents and leading elite teams in complex, high-stakes international missions. He was selected as the Diplomatic Attaché to the nation of Colombia from 2003 – 2008. Chris's educational background is grounded in both leadership and theology. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Operational Leadership and History from Tulane University and a Master's degree in Christian Ministry from Liberty Theological Seminary. Chris and his wife, Ana, live in Boca Raton, Florida, and have three children. He can be reached at csimpson@cbmcint.org. What's Next? NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! 🎉 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.

April 29, 202644 min

Humility is not given, but earned witih Brian Floriani, Founder of Bernie Book Bank and CEO of BUKU Branded

Doubt is a big piece of faith. It can be hard to understand why God calls us to do the things he does. But when we put our own wants and understanding of our needs after the calling God is presenting to us, big things can happen. This is why today's guest Brian Floriani says humility is given, not earned. You can listen to today's episode at www.corymcarlson.com/podcast In this episode, you'll discover… Key trait to win at home and at work? (1:00) "Humility isn't given, it's earned." (2:00) How loss changed how he lives and leads. (8:00) How God told Brian what he needed to do. (14:45) Brian's Bio: Founded by Brian Floriani, Bernie's Book Bank was inspired by his father, Dr. Bernard P. Floriani, who, never without a book, read his way to a better life. His sudden death in 2005 moved Brian to start Bernie's Book Bank out of his garage in 2009. It was here where we began sourcing and redistributing books to local children, seeing each child as a "little Bernie." Brian served as Executive Director of Bernie's Book Bank until 2018 when he transitioned into the role of Chief Advancement Officer. In his current role, he builds Bernie's Book Bank by cultivating strategic relationships with partners across all industries. More on Bernie's Book Bank What's Next? NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! 🎉 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.

April 15, 202646 min

How to build your Legacy for today...and tomorrow with Lance Welch, author of "The Legacy Navigator"

Having a family is such a blessing. Having a family that stays in contact is even more of a blessing. Today, I sit down with Lance Welch, and we talk about how intentional he and his wife were on setting relationships with his boys. In this episode, you'll discover… "I hope my wealth doesn't screw up my kids." (3:35) Family Vision. (8:20) What would Lance do differently in parenting? (15:30) Lance's Bio: Lance is a Certified Business Development Coach with the John Maxwell organization as well as a Certified Behavioral Consultant for DISC Personality Profiles. Lance was a Sales and Leadership Director and oversaw over 3,000 reps in 14 states for a Fortune 100 company prior to stepping out on his own in late 2018. His book, The Legacy Navigator - creating intentional multi-generational impact will be released in early Q1 of 2024. Lance has been described as "The words guy"; a Thought Leader; a Legacy Coach. Lance and his wife Allison have been married for over 37 years. They raised three strong-willed sons to be successful adults and have two grandchildren, a 6-year old granddaughter and a 2-year old grandson. Find Resources Here What's Next? NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! 🎉 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.

April 1, 202641 min

How to build culture and create belonging at companies, with Tim Carroll, COO of Working Spaces and author or WORK/PLACE

What would happen if the world went completely remote? Tim Carroll talks about how important it is to be in a community. There are pro's and con's to each side, however, today we dive into the data that shows how important it is for people ot have a community to work alongside face to face. You can listen to today's episode at www.corymcarlson.com/podcast In this episode, you'll discover… Why Tim wrote his book. (3:00) More is caught, then taught. (6:00) What can make the workplace inspiring? (13:30) Tim's Bio: Tim Carroll, a C-suite executive with decades of leadership experience, has spent his career building teams that thrive. Armed with a Master's in Communication and Organizational Leadership and an MBA, Tim helped grow multiple companies' revenue by reimagining how people work together. His secret? Understanding that leadership isn't about control or perks—it's about creating space for others to do their best work, together. Through compelling stories, research-backed insights, and hard-won lessons from his own painful failures as a leader, Tim reveals why the case for in-person work goes far deeper than productivity metrics. This isn't another corporate mandate dressed up in business jargon. It's a passionate, human argument for why we were made to thrive in community. Buy the Book What's Next? NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! 🎉 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.

March 18, 202644 min

Your belief of God and your definition of success will change how you work with Jimmy Coleman, founder of X Cathedra

How can your work bring you closer to God? Jimmy Coleman talks about his journey to believing in God, and finding out his purpose. He was able to break down his definition of success, and how changing that definition for himself transformed how he works. You can listen to today's episode at www.corymcarlson.com/podcast In this episode, you'll discover… Key trait to win at home and at work? (1:52) Becoming bolder in his faith. (10:00) How to heighten your worship (17:08) How does Jimmy time block? (21:30) Jimmy's Bio: X Cathedra exists to equip Christians who are serious about their faith and serious about growth with unfair advantages. We specialize in GTM and lead generation strategies. X Cathedra What's Next? NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! 🎉 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.

March 4, 202646 min

Increase standard of giving...not just living with Joe Daly, founder of DALY Goods

How can you give back? And how does it feel when God is pushing you towards giving? Today, Joe Daly and Cory Carlson talk about their experiences with giving, and how God not only gave back, but gave back in surplus. In this episode, you'll discover… Key trait to win at home and at work? (:40) How does Joe stay present? (1:25) I learned to not work from a place of striving (7:20) Cory's experience of God giving back (15:50) Joe's experience of God giving back (20:15) Joe's Bio: If we haven't had the chance to personally meet, my name is Joe, the founder and craftsman at Daly Goods. I have an eye for detail and am obsessed with quality, beautiful, practical items. I love making things that people use every day to simplify their life. When I'm not crafting with leather I'm probably spending time with my family, drinking coffee, reading a book, making pizza with an Ooni, or talking to someone about eternal things. Daly Goods What's Next? NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! 🎉 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.

February 25, 202646 min

Lead from imagination, instead of memory with Jacob Robinson, founder of DigWorld

Imagine your child, almost 2 years old, contracts bacterial meningitis, and it changes your life forever. Today's guest, Jacob Robinson, took a life-changing moment and turned it into his mission to help. This story will pull at your heart while feeding back into your faith and proving how when God puts something onto your heart, he follows through. You can listen to today's episode at www.corymcarlson.com/podcast In this episode, you'll discover… How did Digworld come to be? (2:45) How to manage hustle culture (9:50) Remembering this is about you, and Jesus (15:00) How to not quit after "no" (16:00) Jacob's Bio: Our son, Pierce, was born in May of 2015 as a happy and healthy little boy with a deep love for construction equipment, garbage trucks, dump trucks, and all things outdoors. On February 4, 2017 Pierce contracted bacterial meningitis which left him with a significant brain injury. After two weeks in a coma and 75 days in the hospital, our life suddenly looked very different. However, we knew God had and still has a very special plan for Pierce's life. Despite the illness leaving multiple physical and cognitive disabilities, Pierce remains full of joy as evidenced by his beaming smile and infectious giggles. We are blessed to be his parents! When he is here, you can often find Pierce in the admissions booth hanging out with the team and welcoming guests to the park! Pierce's love for construction was the main inspiration for Dig World. We wanted to build something that ALL children and adults could enjoy. We teamed up with our good friend from college, Rick Bennett, and Dig World was set in motion. Our goal at Dig World is to bring friends and families together to enjoy an experience unlike anything else, all while creating memories that last a lifetime. More on DigWorld What's Next? NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! 🎉 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.

February 11, 202646 min

Courage is a choice with Darin Kinder, former Special Agent and author of "Bury Me in a Dirty Suit"

Is your "suit" clean or dirty? Imagine walking through the smoke, pulverized concrete, and all the aftermath of 9/11. Darin Kinder was there, Special Agent turned First Responder in a matter of moments. His suit was destroyed because he was on the ground in real time. What about yours? In this episode, you'll discover… Darin's 9/11 experience (3:04) More on Darins Book (18:30) Glorifying God in your service (26:55) Is your suit dirty in your marriage? (29:10) Key trait to win at home and at work (41:45) Darin's Bio: Darin Kinder is a former Special Agent of the United States Secret Service, where he spent decades protecting world leaders and navigating high-stakes environments. On September 11, 2001, he was on the ground in New York City when the World Trade Center was attacked—an experience that earned him the Secret Service Medal of Valor and forever shaped his perspective on life and leadership. Beyond his federal service, Darin is a devoted husband, father to four sons, and the founder of Fierce Faith, an organization dedicated to helping people live with courage and purpose. He is passionate about inspiring and equipping the next generation to face challenges head-on and live with bold resolve. A sought-after speaker and podcast guest, Darin shares his insights on leadership, resilience, and what it means to live with clear purpose in an unpredictable world. When he's not challenging audiences to live boldly, you'll find him at home investing in his wife—his partner since 1998—and their four sons. Darin is a graduate of James Madison University and spent 25 years as a US Secret Service Special Agent. He loves the mountains, baseball, and any adventure that calls for courage and grit. More about Darin https://www.fierce-faith.com/ What's Next? NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE! 🎉 Are you looking for a speaker for your next event? I'm able to help. Are you looking for a change in your life? Are you a business leader looking to invest in your team members? You recognize something is not working and you are seeking help. Now is your time for a breakthrough! Learn more about coaching.