Dr. Nona Djavid: Breaking Free from the Struggle
Most entrepreneurs think they’re chasing success. Could they actually be addicted to the struggle? Alex Raymond is joined by Dr. Nona Djavid, the founder of eLIVate Club, to discuss why so many business owners feel stuck in cycles of burnout, even when they seem to be thriving. Dr. Djavid built a successful business, but instead […]
Dave Parker: How Entrepreneurs Can Succeed Without Burning Out
Entrepreneurship can feel like a lonely grind, but it doesn’t have to be. Dave Parker, the CEO of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization, knows firsthand what it takes to build, scale, and sometimes close a business. In this episode, he joins Alex Raymond to share what separates successful founders from those who get stuck—breaking down product-market fit, […]
Dr. Benjamin Hardy: How 10X Thinking Unlocks Exponential Growth
Most entrepreneurs play it safe with their goals, but Dr. Benjamin Hardy makes a bold case: setting “impossible” goals is the fastest way to scale. Is aiming for something that feels out of reach exactly what forces clarity, focus, and exponential growth? In this episode, Alex Raymond sits down with Dr. Hardy, an organizational psychologist […]
Alex Raymond: Why 10X Growth Starts Within
Most entrepreneurs assume growth means doing more. More effort. More complexity. More stress. But what if scaling 10X was easier than doubling your efforts? Alex Raymond digs into the bold idea behind 10X Growth, inspired by 10X is Easier Than 2X by Dan Sullivan and Ben Hardy. He challenges the trap of incremental thinking and […]
Dr. Anna Yusim: Why Spirituality Matters for Entrepreneurs
Pain and curiosity are two of the greatest forces for growth. Dr. Anna Yusim, a psychiatrist and spiritual teacher, shares how entrepreneurs can use both to tap into intuition, break free from limiting patterns, and build a more fulfilling path. Her journey from Stanford and Yale-trained psychiatry to a deeper exploration of spirituality and Kabbalah […]
The Science of Peak Performance and Purpose with Jamie Wheal
Entrepreneurs chase optimization, but what happens when that’s not enough? Jamie Wheal joins Alex Raymond to talk about flow, resilience, and the deeper search for meaning in leadership. He challenges the idea that personal optimization is the ultimate goal, suggesting it’s only the first step. The real work is in navigating uncertainty, making an impact, […]
Ret Taylor: Worry Doesn’t Serve You
Success isn’t supposed to feel like a grind. The real challenge is knowing when to let go and step into what feels effortless. Alex Raymond sits down with Ret Taylor, the co-founder and former co-CEO of Ned, to talk about the moment he knew it was time to walk away. After years of building a […]
The Paradox of Success: Wil Schroter on Founders and Fulfillment
Success won’t fix what you think it will—and Wil Schroter, founder of Startups.com, explains why so many entrepreneurs hit major milestones only to feel more lost than ever. Wil has built, sold, and acquired multiple companies, yet he’s seen countless entrepreneurs hit their biggest milestones only to feel more lost than ever. He sits down […]
Justin Nassiri: Personal Branding for Conscious Leaders
Why do the most thoughtful leaders hesitate to share their stories online? Justin Nassiri, the founder and CEO of Executive Presence, believes those voices are exactly what the world needs. In this episode, Justin joins Alex Raymond to break down how leaders can use LinkedIn to build authentic personal brands that amplify trust and authority […]
Ajay Prakash: From Dirty Laundry to Clean Leadership: Ajay Prakash on Scaling Rinse with Resilience
Entrepreneurship throws constant challenges, but Ajay Prakash has mastered staying grounded through resilience, psychological safety, and a no-excuses approach to leadership. In this episode, Ajay, the co-founder and CEO of Rinse—a company transforming the laundry and dry cleaning industry with a tech-driven approach—joins Alex Raymond to reflect on how he’s built Rinse into a national […]
