After attending a talk by the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, India I recorded a few thoughts about how I saw him interact with folks in the temple. I was really blown away by his overall presence and how he carried himself. These are my thoughts and what I learned from the entire experience.

After attending a talk by the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, India I recorded a few thoughts about how I saw him interact with folks in the temple. I was really blown away by his overall presence and how he carried himself. These are my thoughts and what I learned from the entire experience.

Life Lessons from the Dalai Lama - 120

On this week's episode of The Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson is joined by Sondre Rasch, the CEO and co-founder of SafetyWing, a remote health insurance company. The discussion revolves around the future of remote work and how to build an online company.Sondre shares his insights on the changing landscape of work and how remote work is becoming more and more popular. He talks about how SafetyWing was founded to address the gap in the insurance market for digital nomads and remote workers. Sondre also shares his thoughts on the challenges of building an online company, such as the need for a strong community and finding the right team members.

On this week's episode of The Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson is joined by Sondre Rasch, the CEO and co-founder of SafetyWing, a remote health insurance company. The discussion revolves around the future of remote work and how to build an online company.Sondre shares his insights on the changing landscape of work and how remote work is becoming more and more popular. He talks about how SafetyWing was founded to address the gap in the insurance market for digital nomads and remote workers. Sondre also shares his thoughts on the challenges of building an online company, such as the need for a strong community and finding the right team members.

The Future of Remote Work and Building an Online Company with SafetyWing's Sondre Rasch | 119

Eric Sutfin

On this episode of the Formula Podcast, we sit down with Eric Sutfin, the co-founder of Zeal. Eric is a digital nomad who has been globe-trotting for years, and he shares with us his tips for finding great locations to work as a digital nomad.Zeal is a great tool for finding locations as a digital nomad. In this podcast interview, Eric shares some of the tips and tricks he uses to find great locations that are perfect for working as a digital nomad. Check out Zeal here to help you find your next digital nomad location: https://www.zealremote.com/

On this episode of the Formula Podcast, we sit down with Eric Sutfin, the co-founder of Zeal. Eric is a digital nomad who has been globe-trotting for years, and he shares with us his tips for finding great locations to work as a digital nomad. Zeal is a great tool for finding locations as a digital nomad. In this podcast interview, Eric shares some of the tips and tricks he uses to find great locations that are perfect for working as a digital nomad.  Check out Zeal here to help you find your next digital nomad location: <a href="https://www.zealremote.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.zealremote.com/</a>

Digital Nomad Tips and How Zeal Helps You Find Great Locations with Eric Sutfin | Episode 118

On this episode of the Formula Podcast, host Trevor Carlson shares his top reads of 2022 and how they have influenced his perspective going into 2023.

On this episode of the Formula Podcast, host Trevor Carlson shares his top reads of 2022 and how they have influenced his perspective going into 2023.

One Sentence (Sorta) Book Reviews from 2022

In this episode of the Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson shares 2 life principles from Victor Frankl's book, Man's Search for Meaning.If you're looking for ideas on how to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, then you'll want to listen to this episode! Trevor shares with us these principles that will help make sure your goals for the year 2023 match up with the direction of your life.

In this episode of the Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson shares 2 life principles from Victor Frankl's book, Man's Search for Meaning. If you're looking for ideas on how to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, then you'll want to listen to this episode! Trevor shares with us these principles that will help make sure your goals for the year 2023 match up with the direction of your life.

2 Life Principles from Man's Search for Meaning for 2023

Ladies and gentlemen, it has been a long time since we released a new episode.I'll be sharing stories and interviews over the past year and am very excited to be back!To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.comor watch on youtube

Ladies and gentlemen, it has been a long time since we released a new episode. I'll be sharing stories and interviews over the past year and am very excited to be back! To listen to more episodes head to <a href="http://formulapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theformulapodcast.com</a> or watch on youtube

something new is coming...

Ken McClellend

When you look at Ken McClellend you might not be surprised that he competes in strong man competitions, is a former gym owner and MMA fighter. However, you might not have guessed that he does yoga and pilates, reads poetry and he’s passionate about finding joy! Listen to this episode of The Formula Podcast to hear what sets Ken apart from his competition, how to take care of your body, and why it’s okay to look dumb sometimes.

When you look at Ken McClellend you might not be surprised that he competes in strong man competitions, is a former gym owner and MMA fighter. However, you might not have guessed that he does yoga and pilates, reads poetry and he’s passionate about finding joy! Listen to this episode of The Formula Podcast to hear what sets Ken apart from his competition, how to take care of your body, and why it’s okay to look dumb sometimes.

Finding Joy and Lifting Heavy Shit featuring StrongMan Ken McClellend

Katie Shepherd

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel the world by yourself? Katie Shepherd began her solo-travel journey in Honduras and since then has gone all around the world enjoying sunsets, attending snowboarding camps, deep-sea diving, and doing what scares her! Through her many challenges, she has maintained a positive perspective that the rough times and the happy times are all apart of the adventure.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel the world by yourself? Katie Shepherd began her solo-travel journey in Honduras and since then has gone all around the world enjoying sunsets, attending snowboarding camps, deep-sea diving, and doing what scares her! Through her many challenges, she has maintained a positive perspective that the rough times and the happy times are all apart of the adventure.

Don’t Miss Out On The Adventures of Solo Travel with Katie Shepherd #113

If you could ask a time traveler one question, what would you ask?Drew Curtis, founder of Fark.com has been appointed the title of time traveler after his tweet from 2016 recently became viral. Full of wise advice beyond his fortune-telling, Drew shares his input on why failure is necessary, being okay with sucking at something for a while and living without fear. 

If you could ask a time traveler one question, what would you ask?Drew Curtis, founder of <a href="http://Fark.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fark.com</a> has been appointed the title of time traveler after his tweet from 2016 recently became viral. Full of wise advice beyond his fortune-telling, Drew shares his input on why failure is necessary, being okay with sucking at something for a while and living without fear.

A Time Traveler's Perspective On Living Without Fear with Drew Curtis #112

William Ritter

What if Sherlock Holmes had magical powers?What if instead of investigating normal criminals he investigated the supernatural?In this episode, I sit down with Jackaby series author, William Ritter, to discuss the art of telling magical stories, how he got his start as a writer, what love means to him, and a whole bunch more. As an aspiring writer, it was an amazing experience to interview Will and hear his journey of becoming the best-selling author he is today. You're not going to want to miss this.To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.comFollow us on YouTubeLike us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram

What if Sherlock Holmes had magical powers? What if instead of investigating normal criminals he investigated the supernatural? In this episode, I sit down with Jackaby series author, William Ritter, to discuss the art of telling magical stories, how he got his start as a writer, what love means to him, and a whole bunch more. As an aspiring writer, it was an amazing experience to interview Will and hear his journey of becoming the best-selling author he is today. You're not going to want to miss this. To listen to more episodes head to <a href="http://theformulapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theformulapodcast.com</a> Follow us on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavHMv7t-VKqYZrusR4eUUQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> Like us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theformulapodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theformulapodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

The Art of Telling Magical Stories with William Ritter, author of the Jackaby Series - #111

The Formula Podcast with Trevor Carlson shares conversations with folks from all around the world as Trevor travels out of his backpack sharing his thoughts, adventures, and conversations along the way. He definitely doesn't have all the answers but shares his thoughts and experiences as he tries to answer the question, "What do people from different backgrounds and experiences have in common that create the formula for a well-lived life?"

One of the most interesting podcasts I’ve listened to in a while!

Inspirational!

I look forward to listening to the Formula Podcast. Great guests and really valuable information!

Great Show!

The Formula Podcast with Trevor Carlson

Scotty Russell

On this episode of the Formula, Trevor Carlson and Scotty Russell sit down to discuss his journey becoming an artist, launching a podcast, and getting into public speaking.Some topics Trevor and Scotty get into are:-Getting started as an artist-Putting yourself out there-Advice for getting your art out there-Staying in your own lane-How to find your you-Bring out your emotions through your art-Scottys inspiration-The Electric Forest experience-Valuable lessons through rejection-What mindset do you need to be creative-Tips for drawing-Clear workspace = greater productivity-When is it time to go to the next level?-Why people notice consistency -It’s okay to start with a side project-Do the shit that scares you-Why did Scotty start his podcast?-Everybody needs a creative outlet-Biggest lessons from the podcast-Everything starts the night before-Being realisticRecommended books: Essentialism - http://amzn.to/2yNmbC4Start With Why - http://amzn.to/2h8nv9BCheck out Scotty's work at:Perspective-collective.comhttp://perspective-collective.com/podcast/Big thanks to Scotty, really really enjoyed this interview and hope you take away a few lessons as well.This episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formula-20-doing-s-t-that-scares-you-getting-started/id1267588749?i=1000394004531&amp;mt=2

On this episode of the Formula, Trevor Carlson and Scotty Russell sit down to discuss his journey becoming an artist, launching a podcast, and getting into public speaking.Some topics Trevor and Scotty get into are:-Getting started as an artist-Putting yourself out there-Advice for getting your art out there-Staying in your own lane-How to find your you-Bring out your emotions through your art-Scottys inspiration-The Electric Forest experience-Valuable lessons through rejection-What mindset do you need to be creative-Tips for drawing-Clear workspace = greater productivity-When is it time to go to the next level?-Why people notice consistency -It’s okay to start with a side project-Do the shit that scares you-Why did Scotty start his podcast?-Everybody needs a creative outlet-Biggest lessons from the podcast-Everything starts the night before-Being realisticRecommended books: Essentialism - <a href="http://amzn.to/2yNmbC4Start" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2yNmbC4Start</a> With Why - <a href="http://amzn.to/2h8nv9BCheck" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2h8nv9BCheck</a> out Scotty's work at:Perspective-collective.comhttp://<a href="http://perspective-collective.com/podcast/Big" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">perspective-collective.com/podcast/Big</a> thanks to Scotty, really really enjoyed this interview and hope you take away a few lessons as well.This episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music</a> provided by Moods: <a href="http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes</a> link: <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formula-20-doing-s-t-that-scares-you-getting-started/id1267588749?i=1000394004531&amp;mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formula-20-doing-s-t-that-scares-you-getting-started/id1267588749?i=1000394004531&amp;mt=2</a>

The Formula #20 - Doing Shit that Scares You and Getting Started as an Artist w/ Scotty Russell

Man's Search for Meaning pt. 1Viktor E. Frankl was an Austrian psychiatrist as well as a Holocaust survivor. From the beginning of his imprisonment throughout World War II, Frankl embraced a life philosophy that would not only allow him to survive the horrors experienced during life in a concentration camp, but aid in the path to recovery for many survivors once liberated.By understanding that our life circumstances are often out of our control, Frankl explains that it is our own will power and response to our lives that will ultimately shape our outlook. His book “Man’s Search for Meaning” describes these concepts in detail and encourages all to accept what we cannot change and take control of what we can change. In this episode we will discuss:Hardships &amp; opportunities during life as a Holocaust prisonerChoosing how we respond to our surrounding situationsFocusing on the process instead of the end resultLove as the ultimate goal in our livesLiving our lives on our own terms &amp; leading our ideal lifeNot passing judgment on others &amp; practicing empathyOur attitude towards life despite difficulties &amp; hardshipsPracticing gratefulness for our own fortunate &amp; successThe purpose of suffering &amp; if it’s worthy of our timeAchievements acquired by learning from sufferingThe opportunity behind suffering &amp; moving forward from that experienceQuotes:“Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way.” –Viktor E. FranklLinks:Viktor E. Frankl’s Book, “Man’s Search for Meaning”https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/080701429XSponsors:LadyBossLadyBoss is a premium nutrition company that provides the best weight loss supplements in the world for women. To sign up for LadyBoss or research their amazing nutrition products, head here: https://www.ladyboss.com/lean?affiliate_id=1260607LiquidWebLiquidWeb offers e-commerce solutions to help get your online shop up and running! Check out their website and use the promo code below to obtain your shop’s start-up discount:https://www.liquidweb.com/LiquidWeb Promo Code: Formula33

Man's Search for Meaning pt. 1Viktor E. Frankl was an Austrian psychiatrist as well as a Holocaust survivor. From the beginning of his imprisonment throughout World War II, Frankl embraced a life philosophy that would not only allow him to survive the horrors experienced during life in a concentration camp, but aid in the path to recovery for many survivors once liberated.By understanding that our life circumstances are often out of our control, Frankl explains that it is our own will power and response to our lives that will ultimately shape our outlook. His book “Man’s Search for Meaning” describes these concepts in detail and encourages all to accept what we cannot change and take control of what we can change. In this episode we will discuss:<ul><li>Hardships &amp; opportunities during life as a Holocaust prisoner</li><li>Choosing how we respond to our surrounding situations</li><li>Focusing on the process instead of the end result</li><li>Love as the ultimate goal in our lives</li><li>Living our lives on our own terms &amp; leading our ideal life</li><li>Not passing judgment on others &amp; practicing empathy</li><li>Our attitude towards life despite difficulties &amp; hardships</li><li>Practicing gratefulness for our own fortunate &amp; success</li><li>The purpose of suffering &amp; if it’s worthy of our time</li><li>Achievements acquired by learning from suffering</li><li>The opportunity behind suffering &amp; moving forward from that experience</li></ul>Quotes:“Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way.” –Viktor E. FranklLinks:Viktor E. Frankl’s Book, “Man’s Search for Meaning”<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/080701429X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/080701429X</a>Sponsors:LadyBossLadyBoss is a premium nutrition company that provides the best weight loss supplements in the world for women. To sign up for LadyBoss or research their amazing nutrition products, head here: <a href="https://www.ladyboss.com/lean?affiliate_id=1260607" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ladyboss.com/lean?affiliate_id=1260607</a>LiquidWebLiquidWeb offers e-commerce solutions to help get your online shop up and running! Check out their website and use the promo code below to obtain your shop’s start-up discount:<a href="https://www.liquidweb.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.liquidweb.com/</a>LiquidWeb Promo Code: Formula33

Man's Search for Meaning, Lessons from Viktor Frankl (Part 1) - #78

Tommy Breedlove

On this episode of The Formula, Trevor Carlson sits down with Tommy Breedlove to discuss Choose Goodness and his experiences that brought him here today.Quick shoutout to Darrah Brustein for being a rockstar connector and introducing Tommy and I, thank you so much for your help.Tommy has been through a lot in his life and is still kicking with one of the best attitudes of anyone I have ever met.  Truly, it is hard to find one negative thing from him in the entire interview, unless he is talking about previous experiences. Tune in to find out how Tommy went from going to prison as a teenager to running his current company, Choose Goodness.Trevor and Tommy discuss:-Why Tommy started Choose Goodness-Being scared straight after a stint in prison-How he went from jail to Deloitte in three years-The lessons he learned from having lunch with GaryVee-Hell yes or no-Why pulling back and reflecting is huge-How to work through adversity by choosing growth-Why the journey never ends-Attending Living Centered in Tennessee-How he moves through rejection-What is Choose Goodness-His daily routine and why it is important to exercise everyday-Why you have to participate in your own rescue-The Power of NoBook Recommendations:Big Leap by Gay Hendrix (http://amzn.to/2yXC6Ls)Never Split the Difference (http://amzn.to/2gc3l0Z)War of Art (http://amzn.to/2wNcgcm)Big thank you to Tommy Breedlove for being a guest this week.I learned so much about the power of having a positive attitude from our interview and am extremely grateful for your time.To reach Tommy head to:Website:http://www.choosegoodnessnow.com/lets-talk/For Social Media:Facebook:  @choosegoodnessnow @pawntokingInstagram - @choosegoodness or @tommybreedloveTwitter - @choosegoodnessThis episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes link: Coming Soon!

On this episode of The Formula, Trevor Carlson sits down with Tommy Breedlove to discuss Choose Goodness and his experiences that brought him here today.Quick shoutout to Darrah Brustein for being a rockstar connector and introducing Tommy and I, thank you so much for your help.Tommy has been through a lot in his life and is still kicking with one of the best attitudes of anyone I have ever met. Truly, it is hard to find one negative thing from him in the entire interview, unless he is talking about previous experiences. Tune in to find out how Tommy went from going to prison as a teenager to running his current company, Choose Goodness.Trevor and Tommy discuss:-Why Tommy started Choose Goodness-Being scared straight after a stint in prison-How he went from jail to Deloitte in three years-The lessons he learned from having lunch with GaryVee-Hell yes or no-Why pulling back and reflecting is huge-How to work through adversity by choosing growth-Why the journey never ends-Attending Living Centered in Tennessee-How he moves through rejection-What is Choose Goodness-His daily routine and why it is important to exercise everyday-Why you have to participate in your own rescue-The Power of NoBook Recommendations:Big Leap by Gay Hendrix (<a href="http://amzn.to/2yXC6Ls)Never" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2yXC6Ls)Never</a> Split the Difference (<a href="http://amzn.to/2gc3l0Z)War" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2gc3l0Z)War</a> of Art (<a href="http://amzn.to/2wNcgcm)Big" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2wNcgcm)Big</a> thank you to Tommy Breedlove for being a guest this week.I learned so much about the power of having a positive attitude from our interview and am extremely grateful for your <a href="http://time.To" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">time.To</a> reach Tommy head to:Website:<a href="http://www.choosegoodnessnow.com/lets-talk/For" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.choosegoodnessnow.com/lets-talk/For</a> Social Media:Facebook: @choosegoodnessnow @pawntokingInstagram - @choosegoodness or @tommybreedloveTwitter - @choosegoodnessThis episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music</a> provided by Moods: <a href="http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes</a> link: Coming Soon!

The Formula #18 - Choosing Goodness and Living Life on Your Terms with Tommy Breedlove

Viktor E. Frankl was an Austrian psychiatrist as well as a Holocaust survivor. From the beginning of his imprisonment throughout World War II, Frankl embraced a life philosophy that would not only allow him to survive the horrors experienced during life in a concentration camp, but aid in the path to recovery for many survivors once liberated.By understanding that our life circumstances are often out of our control, Frankl explains that it is our own will power and response to our lives that will ultimately shape our outlook. His book “Man’s Search for Meaning” describes these concepts in detail and encourages all to accept what we cannot change and take control of what we can change. In this episode we will discuss:The “why” behind our actionsLiving our lives as if we know how it endsDiscovering what fulfills usLearning how to move past our mistakesTaking action and trying new experiencesFacing our fears with humorFinding our purpose and giving back to othersQuotes:“Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way.” –Viktor E. FranklLinks:Viktor E. Frankl’s Book, “Man’s Search for Meaning”https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/080701429XSponsors:LadyBossLadyBoss is a premium nutrition company that provides the best weight loss supplements in the world for women. To sign up for LadyBoss or research their amazing nutrition products, head here: https://www.ladyboss.com/lean?affiliate_id=1260607LiquidWebLiquidWeb offers e-commerce solutions to help get your online shop up and running! Check out their website and use the promo code below to obtain your shop’s start-up discount:https://www.liquidweb.com/LiquidWeb Promo Code: Formula33

Viktor E. Frankl was an Austrian psychiatrist as well as a Holocaust survivor. From the beginning of his imprisonment throughout World War II, Frankl embraced a life philosophy that would not only allow him to survive the horrors experienced during life in a concentration camp, but aid in the path to recovery for many survivors once liberated.By understanding that our life circumstances are often out of our control, Frankl explains that it is our own will power and response to our lives that will ultimately shape our outlook. His book “Man’s Search for Meaning” describes these concepts in detail and encourages all to accept what we cannot change and take control of what we can change. In this episode we will discuss:<ul><li>The “why” behind our actions</li><li>Living our lives as if we know how it ends</li><li>Discovering what fulfills us</li><li>Learning how to move past our mistakes</li><li>Taking action and trying new experiences</li><li>Facing our fears with humor</li><li>Finding our purpose and giving back to others</li></ul> Quotes:“Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way.” –Viktor E. FranklLinks:Viktor E. Frankl’s Book, “Man’s Search for Meaning”<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/080701429X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/080701429X</a> Sponsors:LadyBossLadyBoss is a premium nutrition company that provides the best weight loss supplements in the world for women. To sign up for LadyBoss or research their amazing nutrition products, head here: <a href="https://www.ladyboss.com/lean?affiliate_id=1260607" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ladyboss.com/lean?affiliate_id=1260607</a>LiquidWebLiquidWeb offers e-commerce solutions to help get your online shop up and running! Check out their website and use the promo code below to obtain your shop’s start-up discount:<a href="https://www.liquidweb.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.liquidweb.com/</a>LiquidWeb Promo Code: Formula33

Man's Search for Meaning, Lessons from Viktor Frankl (Part 2) - #79

Episode #100 is a bit of a role-reversal, as guest interview Cat Cantrill sits down with Trevor Carlson, the dude behind The Formula Podcast. In the past two-and-a-half years creating the podcast, a lot has changed in Trevor’s life. This episode digs deeper into Trevor’s backstory, his motivations for creating the podcast, travel experiences, and what’s next for the podcast. Trevor also reveals his own personal ‘formula’ for a fulfilling life for the first time.In this episode we will discuss:Swing dancing in BangkokTaking the jump (at your own pace)What drove you to start The Formula Podcast?Trevor’s goals and future plansUnsuccessful interviews/building your personal brandWhat’s next for the podcast?Advice for aspiring world travelersHow have you changed/what were you like in high school?Trevor’s 7-part personal ‘Formula’

Episode #100 is a bit of a role-reversal, as guest interview Cat Cantrill sits down with Trevor Carlson, the dude behind The Formula Podcast. In the past two-and-a-half years creating the podcast, a lot has changed in Trevor’s life. This episode digs deeper into Trevor’s backstory, his motivations for creating the podcast, travel experiences, and what’s next for the podcast. Trevor also reveals his own personal ‘formula’ for a fulfilling life for the first time. In this episode we will discuss: Swing dancing in Bangkok Taking the jump (at your own pace) What drove you to start The Formula Podcast? Trevor’s goals and future plans Unsuccessful interviews/building your personal brand What’s next for the podcast? Advice for aspiring world travelers How have you changed/what were you like in high school? Trevor’s 7-part personal ‘Formula’

What is Trevor’s Formula? With guest host, Cat Cantrill - #100

Árpád Rózsás

Feedback. How do you ask for it? Who do you solicit feedback from? Personally, I consult my good friend and mentor Dr. Árpád Rózsás, a civil engineer I met in the Netherlands last fall. He believes that learning to process feedback in the right way can help you grow more than you thought possible. In our conversation, Dr. Rózsás also gives advice on how to live more rationally.In this episode, we will discuss:Dr. Rózsás’ natural way of providing feedbackHow do you give feedback in a helpful way?Listening to the receiverPutting on a persona vs. Being true to yourselfDo you take pleasure in delivering harsh feedback?How to respond to harsh criticism“Unsolicited Advice”How taking feedback has changed TrevorTurning feedback into action itemsLiving rationally/life goalsQuotes5:39 “My natural way of giving feedback is solely focusing on the negative things. Basically, starting from the assumption that you are probably aware of the positive components and you are probably unaware of the negative ones - otherwise you would have changed it.”14:29 “After the feedback part, I think it’s a crucial component to listen to the receiver because [they] want to know why.”22:09 “Just do it as objectively as possible and do it as clearly as possible, without focusing on the particular person but instead focusing on the content.”25:45 “The caring component is there, but the strongest component is to say, ‘This is [how] I would expect others to behave towards me...’ And if I expect this for myself, I will give this to others as well.”30:00 Express your appreciation [for harsh feedback]. It is a sign of caring. It is always going to be obvious if that feedback, even if it’s harsh, is thorough and well-thought-through... take your time and try to understand why that person is writing that thing and analyze whether the person is right or wrong... and ask questions.”36:05 It’s going to be shameful in the beginning because “I was not good enough to do it correctly” or “I messed it up.” However, [you can] look at it from a [different] perspective - “Now I have the opportunity to do it better, rather than keep going on with the incorrect way of doing it.”58:58 “If you base your actions and goals on things that you cannot fully convince yourself are true... then you will give up on those things. If you are critical about what you do, then it will only be reason and rationality which can guide you.”59:42 “Goals should be set based on something else that’s subjective, based on yourself and your personal desires. But how to achieve those things and how to decide what should be the next step cannot be based on anything else but reason - otherwise, you are risking potentially wasting your life.”1:02:27 “What are the typical desires and aspirations in your community and how do they compare to another community on the other side of the globe?”

Feedback. How do you ask for it? Who do you solicit feedback from? Personally, I consult my good friend and mentor Dr. Árpád Rózsás, a civil engineer I met in the Netherlands last fall. He believes that learning to process feedback in the right way can help you grow more than you thought possible. In our conversation, Dr. Rózsás also gives advice on how to live more rationally.In this episode, we will discuss:<ul><li>Dr. Rózsás’ natural way of providing feedback</li><li>How do you give feedback in a helpful way?</li><li>Listening to the receiver</li><li>Putting on a persona vs. Being true to yourself</li><li>Do you take pleasure in delivering harsh feedback?</li><li>How to respond to harsh criticism</li><li>“Unsolicited Advice”</li><li>How taking feedback has changed Trevor</li><li>Turning feedback into action items</li><li>Living rationally/life goals</li></ul>Quotes5:39 “My natural way of giving feedback is solely focusing on the negative things. Basically, starting from the assumption that you are probably aware of the positive components and you are probably unaware of the negative ones - otherwise you would have changed it.”14:29 “After the feedback part, I think it’s a crucial component to listen to the receiver because [they] want to know why.”22:09 “Just do it as objectively as possible and do it as clearly as possible, without focusing on the particular person but instead focusing on the content.”25:45 “The caring component is there, but the strongest component is to say, ‘This is [how] I would expect others to behave towards me...’ And if I expect this for myself, I will give this to others as well.”30:00 Express your appreciation [for harsh feedback]. It is a sign of caring. It is always going to be obvious if that feedback, even if it’s harsh, is thorough and well-thought-through... take your time and try to understand why that person is writing that thing and analyze whether the person is right or wrong... and ask questions.”36:05 It’s going to be shameful in the beginning because “I was not good enough to do it correctly” or “I messed it up.” However, [you can] look at it from a [different] perspective - “Now I have the opportunity to do it better, rather than keep going on with the incorrect way of doing it.”58:58 “If you base your actions and goals on things that you cannot fully convince yourself are true... then you will give up on those things. If you are critical about what you do, then it will only be reason and rationality which can guide you.”59:42 “Goals should be set based on something else that’s subjective, based on yourself and your personal desires. But how to achieve those things and how to decide what should be the next step cannot be based on anything else but reason - otherwise, you are risking potentially wasting your life.”1:02:27 “What are the typical desires and aspirations in your community and how do they compare to another community on the other side of the globe?”

Giving and Receiving Feedback with Dr. Árpád Rózsás - #104

Peter Awad

On this episode of The Formula Podcast, Peter Awad and Tommy Breedlove sit down with Trevor Carlson to discuss what it means to live with intention.Tommy and Peter were invited to be on the show for this episode because of their similarities when it comes to creating their lives in a fashion that helps them invest time into what is most important to them. I felt like this was a perfect episode to start 2018.In this episode, some topics we cover are:-Stop, pause, reflect, journal. -Be proactive in your life-Live with your value system-Gratitude is powerful-Life can kick you in the face sometimes-It’s all about your perspective-“Wahh”-People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it-It all goes back to leadership &amp; culture-Can you be stern and kind?-Niceness doesn’t mean weakness-Am I ready and willing to give up a relationship?Big thanks to my friends, Peter and Tommy for showing up and having a quick chat with me.This episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-formula-podcast/id1267588749?mt=2

On this episode of The Formula Podcast, Peter Awad and Tommy Breedlove sit down with Trevor Carlson to discuss what it means to live with intention.Tommy and Peter were invited to be on the show for this episode because of their similarities when it comes to creating their lives in a fashion that helps them invest time into what is most important to them. I felt like this was a perfect episode to start <a href="http://2018.In" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2018.In</a> this episode, some topics we cover are:-Stop, pause, reflect, journal. -Be proactive in your life-Live with your value system-Gratitude is powerful-Life can kick you in the face sometimes-It’s all about your perspective-“Wahh”-People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it-It all goes back to leadership &amp; culture-Can you be stern and kind?-Niceness doesn’t mean weakness-Am I ready and willing to give up a relationship?Big thanks to my friends, Peter and Tommy for showing up and having a quick chat with me.This episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music</a> provided by Moods: <a href="http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes</a> link: <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-formula-podcast/id1267588749?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-formula-podcast/id1267588749?mt=2</a>

Living with Intention - Peter Awad and Tommy Breedlove #29

Tallis Strub

Kaitlin Byers

On this episode of The Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson sits down with Kailtin and Tallis, founder of Marrymycity.com. In this episode Trevor, Kaitlin, and Tallis discuss:-How they got their start?-When playing with a new idea you can get into analysis paralysis-Get lots of advice-Developing a pitch and why it’s important-Are we in this?-We all get comfortable in our everyday lives-What is Marry My City?-Adding to your gift registry -Importance of building your network-Workload… described-Going back in time what would you share with your older self?-We didn’t have circumstances that drove us into this-Structure of their daily schedule-You always have to have open communication with your business partner-Get away and clear your head-Connections between ballroom dancing and teamwork-Traveling can help with stress management-Daily routines-Greatest life lessonsRecommended books: What to do with an idea? http://amzn.to/2kwUKYORecommended podcast: Oprah's Podcast - http://www.oprah.com/own-super-soul-sunday/introducing-oprahs-supersoul-conversations-podcast-video_1This episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes link: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formu…00394004531&amp;mt=2

On this episode of The Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson sits down with Kailtin and Tallis, founder of <a href="http://Marrymycity.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Marrymycity.com</a>. In this episode Trevor, Kaitlin, and Tallis discuss:-How they got their start?-When playing with a new idea you can get into analysis paralysis-Get lots of advice-Developing a pitch and why it’s important-Are we in this?-We all get comfortable in our everyday lives-What is Marry My City?-Adding to your gift registry -Importance of building your network-Workload… described-Going back in time what would you share with your older self?-We didn’t have circumstances that drove us into this-Structure of their daily schedule-You always have to have open communication with your business partner-Get away and clear your head-Connections between ballroom dancing and teamwork-Traveling can help with stress management-Daily routines-Greatest life lessonsRecommended books: What to do with an idea? <a href="http://amzn.to/2kwUKYORecommended" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2kwUKYORecommended</a> podcast: Oprah's Podcast - <a href="http://www.oprah.com/own-super-soul-sunday/introducing-oprahs-supersoul-conversations-podcast-video_1This" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.oprah.com/own-super-soul-sunday/introducing-oprahs-supersoul-conversations-podcast-video_1This</a> episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music</a> provided by Moods: <a href="http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes</a> link: <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formu…00394004531&amp;mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formu…00394004531&amp;mt=2</a>

Startups, Communicating, and Partnerships with Tallis Strub and Kaitlin Byers from Marry My City #28

Aaron Horn

Today’s episode covers loss, faith, perseverance, and giving back. Since losing his son Eli after a four-year battle with neuroblastoma and leukemia in 2008, Aaron Horn has devoted most of his life to volunteering for nonprofits fighting childhood cancer. Through his faith, blogging, and learning to “not sweat the small stuff,” Aaron persevered through one of the most difficult times that a parent could ever go through. He believes that giving back is a personal decision, but when you volunteer for something you are passionate about, it can be a rewarding and transformative experience.In this episode, Trevor and Aaron will discuss:Aaron’s storyHow did it change your perspective?Faith and blogging“Don’t sweat the small stuff”“Eh, it could be worse”What is life like in the cancer ward?Memories of EliHow do you persevere through the hardest of times?How to get involved volunteering 18:31 When a child passes away, there’s a lot of different ways people handle that situation. Some people just want absolutely nothing to do with the world of childhood cancer ever again because it brings too much pain and hurt, and then there are people who really want to continue on the fight and raise money for research and try to make sure that this doesn’t happen again to more kids. And I’ve learned that all of those reactions are okay.19:08 I’d say the biggest thing that I learned is ‘don’t sweat the small stuff.’ It’s not that big of a deal. 22:57 It is definitely normal to just lament when something bad happens to you or when something isn’t going exactly your way. I think we’re mostly just selfish people by nature… so you have to actively think when something bad happens, “Eh, it could be worse.” It’s super simple, but it’s very true.37:52 It’s hard for somebody going through something very painful to immediately say, “Well, it could be worse.” Because at the time, it doesn’t feel that way. Maybe not even just talking about small stuff, but big stuff, like people who are sick or people who have been diagnosed with cancer or lost their loved one. That is a big deal. It really just depends on a person’s situation and what they have as far as a community or group of friends. If you have anyone that you can confide in and talk to… [don’t] just keep it all in and actually share with someone that you can trust.42:04 When you’re looking at “How can I give back?” or “What can I do?”, look at the things that you’re passionate about and you care about.  VolunteerMatch - “match[ing] inspired people with inspiring causes”:https://www.volunteermatch.org/Buy merchandise to support Aaron’s non-profit, Beat Cancer Today:http://beatcancertoday.storenvy.com/products

Today’s episode covers loss, faith, perseverance, and giving back. Since losing his son Eli after a four-year battle with neuroblastoma and leukemia in 2008, Aaron Horn has devoted most of his life to volunteering for nonprofits fighting childhood cancer. Through his faith, blogging, and learning to “not sweat the small stuff,” Aaron persevered through one of the most difficult times that a parent could ever go through. He believes that giving back is a personal decision, but when you volunteer for something you are passionate about, it can be a rewarding and transformative experience.In this episode, Trevor and Aaron will discuss:<ul><li>Aaron’s story</li><li>How did it change your perspective?</li><li>Faith and blogging</li><li>“Don’t sweat the small stuff”</li><li>“Eh, it could be worse”</li><li>What is life like in the cancer ward?</li><li>Memories of Eli</li><li>How do you persevere through the hardest of times?</li><li>How to get involved volunteering</li></ul> 18:31 When a child passes away, there’s a lot of different ways people handle that situation. Some people just want absolutely nothing to do with the world of childhood cancer ever again because it brings too much pain and hurt, and then there are people who really want to continue on the fight and raise money for research and try to make sure that this doesn’t happen again to more kids. And I’ve learned that all of those reactions are okay.19:08 I’d say the biggest thing that I learned is ‘don’t sweat the small stuff.’ It’s not that big of a deal. 22:57 It is definitely normal to just lament when something bad happens to you or when something isn’t going exactly your way. I think we’re mostly just selfish people by nature… so you have to actively think when something bad happens, “Eh, it could be worse.” It’s super simple, but it’s very true.37:52 It’s hard for somebody going through something very painful to immediately say, “Well, it could be worse.” Because at the time, it doesn’t feel that way. Maybe not even just talking about small stuff, but big stuff, like people who are sick or people who have been diagnosed with cancer or lost their loved one. That is a big deal. It really just depends on a person’s situation and what they have as far as a community or group of friends. If you have anyone that you can confide in and talk to… [don’t] just keep it all in and actually share with someone that you can trust.42:04 When you’re looking at “How can I give back?” or “What can I do?”, look at the things that you’re passionate about and you care about.  VolunteerMatch - “match[ing] inspired people with inspiring causes”:<a href="https://www.volunteermatch.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.volunteermatch.org/</a>Buy merchandise to support Aaron’s non-profit, Beat Cancer Today:<a href="http://beatcancertoday.storenvy.com/products" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://beatcancertoday.storenvy.com/products</a>

Giving Back Meaningfully with Aaron Horn of Beat Cancer Today - #107

Eric Englemann

Eric Engelmann is the founder of Geonetric Executive Director of the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo), and the Iowa Startup Accelerator in Cedar Rapids, IA. He also recently returned from a long-term travel excursion with his wife and two children. In today’s show, Eric shares his thoughts about how his trip affected him and his family, how to combine your passion with your work, and how to determine if entrepreneurship is the right choice for you.Today we will discuss:Challenges of adapting to long-term travel with othersWhat were you most surprised about during your travels?Professional observations abroadEntrepreneurship around the globeHow did you change from your experiences?How to ‘find your passion’Who should NOT be an entrepreneurAdvice for entrepreneursWhat drives you?Quotes6:13 As we traveled, the feeling of safety that I had originally feared never came back again. I never felt unsafe anywhere once we had dealt with the fact that we were gone from home.9:53 [At home] you have your routines, you have your places, you have your favorite easy chair, you have the TV show you know that’s coming on that you like to watch, and it dominates. But when you’re in [another] country... in a good way, it ruins the dynamic that you have at home and makes you interact in different ways that I think are very powerful.22:30 Americans have a tendency to believe that they’ve automatically got the answer, that they’re the best, and that everybody else aspires to be just like the US. It’s a national arrogance thing - we grew up with it... and then you go travel and realize that nobody does. There are ways that people do things in other countries that are as good or better than what we do, and they’re not pining to be like us at all.27:06 When we came back, I noticed that [my kids] were very proud that they were Americans, but I felt like they were also suddenly, clearly aware of where America was not everything it needed to be and there were places where it could be better. That was one of the reasons we took the kids on this trip at all.32:04 Picture a Venn diagram of what you’re passionate about, what you can do to provide for your family, and the lifestyle you want. Some people are going to have them very closely overlapped... others will be less fortunate. But I think there are options to move where there’s overlap... and to the extent that you can find it, I absolutely think you should.35:20 The idea that you can get started on something and start down a path and find opportunity along the way is more important than the plan that takes you there... you bump into it, you try something and then keep going.48:08 The most important thing that I tell almost every entrepreneur is the ability to step away from what you think the answer is and let data drive your decision making. This is one of those things that’s the equivalent of “eat less and exercise more to be healthy.” Everyone hears it, but nobody knows how to make it a normal thing to do.57:08 Learn how to trust people. As an entrepreneur, it’s often a lonely game... you’ve trained your mind to think that inertia and movement are because of you when it’s really not. In the beginning, it’s about backing an individual. But when it gets any movement at all, it’s about backing a company - and a company means that there’s many people trying to accomplish the same goal.1:02:50 Leave with a question. Go on a trip with a question that you’d like to come back with the answer to. You’ll wrestle with it while you’re awake and asleep thinking about how to do it.

Eric Engelmann is the founder of Geonetric Executive Director of the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo), and the Iowa Startup Accelerator in Cedar Rapids, IA. He also recently returned from a long-term travel excursion with his wife and two children. In today’s show, Eric shares his thoughts about how his trip affected him and his family, how to combine your passion with your work, and how to determine if entrepreneurship is the right choice for you.Today we will discuss:Challenges of adapting to long-term travel with othersWhat were you most surprised about during your travels?Professional observations abroadEntrepreneurship around the globeHow did you change from your experiences?How to ‘find your passion’Who should NOT be an entrepreneurAdvice for entrepreneursWhat drives you?Quotes6:13 As we traveled, the feeling of safety that I had originally feared never came back again. I never felt unsafe anywhere once we had dealt with the fact that we were gone from home.9:53 [At home] you have your routines, you have your places, you have your favorite easy chair, you have the TV show you know that’s coming on that you like to watch, and it dominates. But when you’re in [another] country... in a good way, it ruins the dynamic that you have at home and makes you interact in different ways that I think are very powerful.22:30 Americans have a tendency to believe that they’ve automatically got the answer, that they’re the best, and that everybody else aspires to be just like the US. It’s a national arrogance thing - we grew up with it... and then you go travel and realize that nobody does. There are ways that people do things in other countries that are as good or better than what we do, and they’re not pining to be like us at all.27:06 When we came back, I noticed that [my kids] were very proud that they were Americans, but I felt like they were also suddenly, clearly aware of where America was not everything it needed to be and there were places where it could be better. That was one of the reasons we took the kids on this trip at all.32:04 Picture a Venn diagram of what you’re passionate about, what you can do to provide for your family, and the lifestyle you want. Some people are going to have them very closely overlapped... others will be less fortunate. But I think there are options to move where there’s overlap... and to the extent that you can find it, I absolutely think you should.35:20 The idea that you can get started on something and start down a path and find opportunity along the way is more important than the plan that takes you there... you bump into it, you try something and then keep going. 48:08 The most important thing that I tell almost every entrepreneur is the ability to step away from what you think the answer is and let data drive your decision making. This is one of those things that’s the equivalent of “eat less and exercise more to be healthy.” Everyone hears it, but nobody knows how to make it a normal thing to do. 57:08 Learn how to trust people. As an entrepreneur, it’s often a lonely game... you’ve trained your mind to think that inertia and movement are because of you when it’s really not. In the beginning, it’s about backing an individual. But when it gets any movement at all, it’s about backing a company - and a company means that there’s many people trying to accomplish the same goal. 1:02:50 Leave with a question. Go on a trip with a question that you’d like to come back with the answer to. You’ll wrestle with it while you’re awake and asleep thinking about how to do it.

Entrepreneurship and the Impact of Long-Term Travel with Eric Englemann - #105

Matthew Manuel

After being given a life-changing diagnosis of stage four esophageal cancer, Matthew Manuel came to a bizarre revelation - that he didn’t have to worry about changing his career anymore. Since the diagnosis, he’s put one foot in front of the other and charged ahead, changing his career and choosing to live for himself instead of the approval of others. On this episode, Trevor and Matthew discuss:Millennials in the workplaceHow has your perspective changed about your career?Making a major career changeDo people know what makes them happy?The role stress plays in happinessGreed – “a disease worse than cancer”Living and surviving with cancerTime as currency – spend it intentionallyEmotional debt-to-income ratioWhat should your biggest goal in life be?

After being given a life-changing diagnosis of stage four esophageal cancer, Matthew Manuel came to a bizarre revelation - that he didn’t have to worry about changing his career anymore. Since the diagnosis, he’s put one foot in front of the other and charged ahead, changing his career and choosing to live for himself instead of the approval of others. On this episode, Trevor and Matthew discuss: Millennials in the workplaceHow has your perspective changed about your career?Making a major career changeDo people know what makes them happy?The role stress plays in happinessGreed – “a disease worse than cancer”Living and surviving with cancerTime as currency – spend it intentionallyEmotional debt-to-income ratioWhat should your biggest goal in life be?

How a Life-Changing Diagnosis Changes Your Perspective with Matthew Manuel - #106

Trevor Carlson

On this episode of the Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson sits down with his good friend and mentor, Handrail's Mat Winegarden.Mat is brilliant when it comes to understanding a customer's journey through sales or using a product.  He shares lessons from his career to leave you with some advice to level up your understanding of your customers.Mat and Trevor discuss:-How to discover customer's needs-The challenge phase… what is it?-What do you do when you don’t hear what you want to hear?-How many times do you have to hear something before you see a pattern?-The Confidence interval-Starting off in sales and the developing relationship of behavioral science-How he's a college dropout -Why low pressure sales - not high pressure-Understanding the core value a person is looking for-Selling benefit delivery method-The tolerance of risk-Be careful with the information your customers give you-Why you shoudln't get in analysis paralysis-Figuring out your minimal viable test-Understanding where your customers are coming from-What are the unicorns of business-Understanding yourself-His early life… retold-Mat’s daily routineMat's book recommendation: What Dreams May Come http://amzn.to/2icytyrFollow Handrail - http://handrailux.com/https://twitter.com/HandrailUXContact Mat - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matw1/This episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes link: coming soon

On this episode of the Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson sits down with his good friend and mentor, Handrail's Mat Winegarden.Mat is brilliant when it comes to understanding a customer's journey through sales or using a product. He shares lessons from his career to leave you with some advice to level up your understanding of your customers.Mat and Trevor discuss:-How to discover customer's needs-The challenge phase… what is it?-What do you do when you don’t hear what you want to hear?-How many times do you have to hear something before you see a pattern?-The Confidence interval-Starting off in sales and the developing relationship of behavioral science-How he's a college dropout -Why low pressure sales - not high pressure-Understanding the core value a person is looking for-Selling benefit delivery method-The tolerance of risk-Be careful with the information your customers give you-Why you shoudln't get in analysis paralysis-Figuring out your minimal viable test-Understanding where your customers are coming from-What are the unicorns of business-Understanding yourself-His early life… retold-Mat’s daily routineMat's book recommendation: What Dreams May Come <a href="http://amzn.to/2icytyrFollow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2icytyrFollow</a> Handrail - <a href="http://handrailux.com/https://twitter.com/HandrailUXContact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://handrailux.com/https://twitter.com/HandrailUXContact</a> Mat - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matw1/This" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/matw1/This</a> episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music</a> provided by Moods: <a href="http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes</a> link: coming soon

Why You Should Understand Your Customers - Mat Winegarden and Trevor Carlson. #25

Adrian Brambilla

Scott Dix

LEAD

On this episode of The Formula Podcast, Adrian Bramilla and Scott Dix sit down with Trevor Carlson to discuss the impact of their hobbies and side hustles.I am fortunate enough to be able to see Scott and Adrian pretty regularly and learn a ton of amazing information on learning new skills.On this episode we discuss:-How dancing led to entrepreneurship-It’s one of those falling in a pile of shit, come out smelling like roses situations-Learning something in a short amount of time-Passion drives involvement-Starting a business could kill your passion-Passion doesn’t lead to success, you need more than that-Think of your business as a friend-Starting something new, best way to go about it-Minimum amount of experience needed to start -Trying new things can be applied throughout life-When do you know when it is time to stop?-Don’t talk about something unless you’re already doing it-Dude, this is not the end of your story-Success comes and goes-How to try again when facing failure-What does a normal day look like for you?Big thanks to Adrian and Scott for taking the time to show up on the podcast!Book Recommendations: Money Master The Game - Tony Robbins 10X by Grant CardoneThis episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes link: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formu…00394004531&amp;mt=2

On this episode of The Formula Podcast, Adrian Bramilla and Scott Dix sit down with Trevor Carlson to discuss the impact of their hobbies and side hustles.I am fortunate enough to be able to see Scott and Adrian pretty regularly and learn a ton of amazing information on learning new skills.On this episode we discuss:-How dancing led to entrepreneurship-It’s one of those falling in a pile of shit, come out smelling like roses situations-Learning something in a short amount of time-Passion drives involvement-Starting a business could kill your passion-Passion doesn’t lead to success, you need more than that-Think of your business as a friend-Starting something new, best way to go about it-Minimum amount of experience needed to start -Trying new things can be applied throughout life-When do you know when it is time to stop?-Don’t talk about something unless you’re already doing it-Dude, this is not the end of your story-Success comes and goes-How to try again when facing failure-What does a normal day look like for you?Big thanks to Adrian and Scott for taking the time to show up on the podcast!Book Recommendations: Money Master The Game - Tony Robbins 10X by Grant CardoneThis episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music</a> provided by Moods: <a href="http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes</a> link: <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formu…00394004531&amp;mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formu…00394004531&amp;mt=2</a>

How Hobbies and Side Hustles Lead to Business Success - Scott Dix and Adrian Brambilla - #27

Jesse Sheppard

This week on The Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson sits down with sales consultant and practitioner of work-life balance, Jesse Sheppard.Big thanks to previous guest, Michael Caraway, for the introduction to Jesse.Trevor and Jesse discuss:-How to achieve balance in your life-Building off of your why-How do you prioritize your values?-Integrity is not a value-Know what you’re willing to sacrifice -If it feels good now, it’s probably for the short game-Applying one thing to another-The law of attraction-Set the expectation-How do you divide your time up?-Biggest take away from finding a mentor?-Bringing sales to consulting-Your first job is not to sell-What does it mean to serve &amp; provide value?-The market decides what they are willing to pay-Treat people like people-Stop being lazy-You need to be consistent -Do you have to be an asshole to succeed in business?-Running into the fire-Leveraging social media should be your focus-Who are your customers?-How do you get so much shit done?Connect with Jesse on Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jessesheppardRecommended books: Leaders Eat LastThis episode was produced by www.Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36ez

This week on The Formula Podcast, Trevor Carlson sits down with sales consultant and practitioner of work-life balance, Jesse Sheppard.Big thanks to previous guest, Michael Caraway, for the introduction to Jesse.Trevor and Jesse discuss:-How to achieve balance in your life-Building off of your why-How do you prioritize your values?-Integrity is not a value-Know what you’re willing to sacrifice -If it feels good now, it’s probably for the short game-Applying one thing to another-The law of attraction-Set the expectation-How do you divide your time up?-Biggest take away from finding a mentor?-Bringing sales to consulting-Your first job is not to sell-What does it mean to serve &amp; provide value?-The market decides what they are willing to pay-Treat people like people-Stop being lazy-You need to be consistent -Do you have to be an asshole to succeed in business?-Running into the fire-Leveraging social media should be your focus-Who are your customers?-How do you get so much shit done?Connect with Jesse on Linkedin: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/jessesheppardRecommended" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.linkedin.com/in/jessesheppardRecommended</a> books: Leaders Eat LastThis episode was produced by www.Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music</a> provided by Moods: <a href="http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36ez" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36ez</a>

The Formula #23 - Sales, Work-Life Balance, and Leveraging Social Media with Jesse Sheppard

What do high performers do on a daily basis to help them design their day in a way that leads them to continued success? Find out in this episode of the Formula Podcast from previous guests:Ben Hagarty, Ben McDougall, Mike Finley, Dan Gable, Michael Caraway, Paul Singh, John Bocker, and Darrah Brustein.LadyBoss – LadyBoss is a premium nutrition company that provides the best weight loss supplements in the world for women. To sign up for LadyBoss or research their amazing nutrition products, head here: https://ladyboss.com/lean?affiliate_id=1260607Liquidweb.com - Promo code for 33% Off: Formula33

What do high performers do on a daily basis to help them design their day in a way that leads them to continued success? Find out in this episode of the Formula Podcast from previous guests: Ben Hagarty, Ben McDougall, Mike Finley, Dan Gable, Michael Caraway, Paul Singh, John Bocker, and Darrah Brustein. LadyBoss – LadyBoss is a premium nutrition company that provides the best weight loss supplements in the world for women. To sign up for LadyBoss or research their amazing nutrition products, head here: <a href="https://ladyboss.com/lean?affiliate_id=1260607" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ladyboss.com/lean?affiliate_id=1260607</a> <a href="http://Liquidweb.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Liquidweb.com</a> - Promo code for 33% Off: Formula33

Habits to Design Your Optimal Day Part 1 - #74

Corey Poirier

On this episode of the Formula podcast, Trevor Carlson and Corey Poirier sit down to discuss how he became "That Speaker Guy."Some topics covered by Corey and Trevor include:-Becoming “That Speaker Guy”-Where to start when you want to begin public speaking-Speakers to learn from-Learning from the approach-What does the process/preparation look like for giving a talk-The spider web method-We’re scared of the unknown-“I’m still here to talk about it.”-Why is public speaking so important?-The Book of Why and How-The power of saying no-Daily routine for the daily edgeRecommended Books: How to Win Friends and Influence People / Think &amp; Grow RichLink to Corey's book: https://www.facebook.com/coreypoirierpage/ (will be releasing a buy button soon, check out his other book here, http://www.letsdoinfluencing.com/)Link to Corey's speaking training: http://www.thespeakingprogram.com/Link to tedX talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4G81vQ2EuABig thanks to Corey for stopping by to chat!This episode was produced by http://Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes link: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-f…d1267588749?mt=2

On this episode of the Formula podcast, Trevor Carlson and Corey Poirier sit down to discuss how he became "That Speaker Guy."Some topics covered by Corey and Trevor include:-Becoming “That Speaker Guy”-Where to start when you want to begin public speaking-Speakers to learn from-Learning from the approach-What does the process/preparation look like for giving a talk-The spider web method-We’re scared of the unknown-“I’m still here to talk about it.”-Why is public speaking so important?-The Book of Why and How-The power of saying no-Daily routine for the daily edgeRecommended Books: How to Win Friends and Influence People / Think &amp; Grow RichLink to Corey's book: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/coreypoirierpage/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/coreypoirierpage/</a> (will be releasing a buy button soon, check out his other book here, <a href="http://www.letsdoinfluencing.com/)Link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.letsdoinfluencing.com/)Link</a> to Corey's speaking training: <a href="http://www.thespeakingprogram.com/Link" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thespeakingprogram.com/Link</a> to tedX talk: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4G81vQ2EuABig" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4G81vQ2EuABig</a> thanks to Corey for stopping by to chat!This episode was produced by http://Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music</a> provided by Moods: <a href="http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes</a> link: <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-f…d1267588749?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-f…d1267588749?mt=2</a>

Lessons on Public Speaking from Corey Poirier - #30

On this episode of the Formula podcast, Trevor Carlson shares his thoughts to the question, "Are You Lonely While You Travel Alone?"Tune in to hear how Trevor answers.To listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.comPatreon: Coming soon!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @theformulapodcast

On this episode of the Formula podcast, Trevor Carlson shares his thoughts to the question, "Are You Lonely While You Travel Alone?" Tune in to hear how Trevor answers. To listen to more episodes head to <a href="http://theformulapodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theformulapodcast.com</a> Patreon: Coming soon! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @theformulapodcast

Am I Lonely? - #101

Steve Shriver

As an avid entrepreneur and community contributor, Steve Shriver’s accomplishments thrive in the heart of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. As the founder of Eco Lips and co-founder of Soko Outfitters and Brewhemia, one of Steve’s main goals is to help build a sustainable, prospering culture within the city.  By supporting local suppliers and recycling within the business world, Steve encourages all companies to take part in helping take care of our environment.In this episode we will discuss:Diversifying through different companiesCreating local jobs and opportunities Newbo community growth in Cedar Rapids, IowaOrganic food consumption and healthy lifestylesSustainability and community buildingLocal suppliers and employee appreciationSolar power sustainability and recycling within the business worldFair trade and benefiting the people and planetCreating less of an impact on the environmentQuotes:“Ultimately businesses will be forced to become more sustainable. Whether through their own decisions or just Mother Nature. It’s an approach that the more that we evolve, the cheaper it is to be sustainable. As we grow and evolve as an industry, there are benefits to it...sustainability is good business practice.” Links:Steve Shriver Twitter: https://twitter.com/steveshriverBrewhemia: http://www.brewhemia.com/Eco Lips: https://www.ecolips.com/Soko Outfitters: http://www.sokooutfitters.com/Sponsors:LadyBossLadyBoss is a premium nutrition company that provides the best weight loss supplements in the world for women. To sign up for LadyBoss or research their amazing nutrition products, head here: http://bit.ly/2YU8dZrLiquidWebLiquidWeb offers e-commerce solutions to help get your online shop up and running! Check out their website and use the promo code below to obtain your shop’s start-up discount:https://www.liquidweb.com/LiquidWeb Promo Code: Formula33

As an avid entrepreneur and community contributor, Steve Shriver’s accomplishments thrive in the heart of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. As the founder of Eco Lips and co-founder of Soko Outfitters and Brewhemia, one of Steve’s main goals is to help build a sustainable, prospering culture within the city.  By supporting local suppliers and recycling within the business world, Steve encourages all companies to take part in helping take care of our environment.In this episode we will discuss:Diversifying through different companiesCreating local jobs and opportunities Newbo community growth in Cedar Rapids, IowaOrganic food consumption and healthy lifestylesSustainability and community buildingLocal suppliers and employee appreciationSolar power sustainability and recycling within the business worldFair trade and benefiting the people and planetCreating less of an impact on the environmentQuotes:“Ultimately businesses will be forced to become more sustainable. Whether through their own decisions or just Mother Nature. It’s an approach that the more that we evolve, the cheaper it is to be sustainable. As we grow and evolve as an industry, there are benefits to it...sustainability is good business practice.” Links:Steve Shriver Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/steveshriver" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/steveshriver</a>Brewhemia: <a href="http://www.brewhemia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.brewhemia.com/</a>Eco Lips: <a href="https://www.ecolips.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ecolips.com/</a>Soko Outfitters: <a href="http://www.sokooutfitters.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.sokooutfitters.com/</a> Sponsors:LadyBossLadyBoss is a premium nutrition company that provides the best weight loss supplements in the world for women. To sign up for LadyBoss or research their amazing nutrition products, head here: <a href="http://bit.ly/2YU8dZr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2YU8dZr</a>LiquidWebLiquidWeb offers e-commerce solutions to help get your online shop up and running! Check out their website and use the promo code below to obtain your shop’s start-up discount:<a href="https://www.liquidweb.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.liquidweb.com/</a>LiquidWeb Promo Code: Formula33

Investing in Sustainability and Your Community with Steve Shriver Part 1 - #76

Derek Balsley

On this episode of The Formula, Trevor Carlson speaks with Derek Balsley about how starting a business with his wife, Jessica, in an industry he knew very little about turned out to become one of the most rewarding things he has ever done. Trevor and Derek discuss:-Best tip for starting your own business-Where to start… product or customer?-Working within an established business… is it good idea?-It all started with a blog-Facing your doubt-Advice for monetizing your content-Ideas for validation-What is business execution?-When does it become real?-Importance of a co-founder-The future of online education-The importance of a good work-life balance-Money… is it really that important?-Running a startup in small town Iowa-Why you should always be open to trying new things-The importance of people-Why you should not start a business-Daily schedule explainedWebsite: www.theartofed.comThis episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formula-21-growing-business-art-ed-coms-derek-balsley/id1267588749?i=1000394305808&amp;mt=2

On this episode of The Formula, Trevor Carlson speaks with Derek Balsley about how starting a business with his wife, Jessica, in an industry he knew very little about turned out to become one of the most rewarding things he has ever done. Trevor and Derek discuss:-Best tip for starting your own business-Where to start… product or customer?-Working within an established business… is it good idea?-It all started with a blog-Facing your doubt-Advice for monetizing your content-Ideas for validation-What is business execution?-When does it become real?-Importance of a co-founder-The future of online education-The importance of a good work-life balance-Money… is it really that important?-Running a startup in small town Iowa-Why you should always be open to trying new things-The importance of people-Why you should not start a business-Daily schedule explainedWebsite: www.theartofed.comThis episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music</a> provided by Moods: <a href="http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes</a> link: <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formula-21-growing-business-art-ed-coms-derek-balsley/id1267588749?i=1000394305808&amp;mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/formula-21-growing-business-art-ed-coms-derek-balsley/id1267588749?i=1000394305808&amp;mt=2</a>

The Formula #21 - Growing a Business with Art of Ed.com's Derek Balsley

Brian Alvey

On this episode of the Formula Podcast, Clipisode founder, Brian Alvey, and Trevor Carlson sit down to discuss Brian's lessons from a lifetime of entrepreneurship.Brian Alvey is a serial entrepreneur, programmer, designer and blogger. He grew up in Brooklyn and now lives in San Francisco where he is the CEO of Clipisode. He is best known for co-founding the blog publishing company Weblogs, Inc. with Jason Calacanis. As Alvey describes it, "Jason and I didn't invent blogging. We perfected it."Trevor and Brian discuss:-Why you have some reason for them wanting to hire you-Why you gotta wait till you’ve got the money in the bank-How in the beginning you cannot always tell the winners from the losers-The magic of YouTube-Why you should try to be an entrepreneur-His complaints within schools-Resiliency -How do you know when you should keep going?-Ways investments weed people out-If Brian had to start over today, how would he get started?-Pick which area you can make progress in before you can flip and do something else-Never go 50-50 in a partnership-What is Clipisode?-Strategy for being the best you can be-Teaching momentsClipisode Questions from our audience:#1: Brian’s biggest failure#2: Podcast’s impact on marketing#3: When to monetize your users#4: Advice for adopting new media within a traditional media teamBooks: Doesn’t have one - very specific to the personTo contact Brian:https://twitter.com/brianalveyTo download Clipisode:https://clipisode.co/This episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music provided by Moods: open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes link: coming soon

On this episode of the Formula Podcast, Clipisode founder, Brian Alvey, and Trevor Carlson sit down to discuss Brian's lessons from a lifetime of entrepreneurship.Brian Alvey is a serial entrepreneur, programmer, designer and blogger. He grew up in Brooklyn and now lives in San Francisco where he is the CEO of Clipisode. He is best known for co-founding the blog publishing company Weblogs, Inc. with Jason Calacanis. As Alvey describes it, "Jason and I didn't invent blogging. We perfected it."Trevor and Brian discuss:-Why you have some reason for them wanting to hire you-Why you gotta wait till you’ve got the money in the bank-How in the beginning you cannot always tell the winners from the losers-The magic of YouTube-Why you should try to be an entrepreneur-His complaints within schools-Resiliency -How do you know when you should keep going?-Ways investments weed people out-If Brian had to start over today, how would he get started?-Pick which area you can make progress in before you can flip and do something else-Never go 50-50 in a partnership-What is Clipisode?-Strategy for being the best you can be-Teaching momentsClipisode Questions from our audience:#1: Brian’s biggest failure#2: Podcast’s impact on marketing#3: When to monetize your users#4: Advice for adopting new media within a traditional media teamBooks: Doesn’t have one - very specific to the personTo contact Brian:<a href="https://twitter.com/brianalveyTo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/brianalveyTo</a> download Clipisode:<a href="https://clipisode.co/This" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://clipisode.co/This</a> episode was produced by Helixacademy.coFollow Helix Academy on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/helixacademy/Music</a> provided by Moods: <a href="http://open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">open.spotify.com/artist/14uVJsPC4DByeuD0cq36eziTunes</a> link: coming soon

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