“A lot of people are mistaking intensity for consistency.” In this episode, I talk with Peter Shallard, the “Shrink for Entrepreneurs,” about why executing on big goals scares entrepreneurs and how to break through plateaus in business. We discuss how burnout for entrepreneurs doesn’t stem from overwork, and why playfulness and creativity are essential for
“> “A black belt is someone who got choked, swept and submitted thousands of times and kept coming back for more. Someone who turned those painful lessons into wisdom.” As Itamar gets ready to receive his second stripe on his BJJ black belt, he shares eight crucial lessons from martial arts that have helped him coach
James Swanwick reveals how high performers can break free from alcohol without willpower or AA. He shares why even occasional drinking costs you money, clarity, and connection – and how an empowering mindset shift makes alcohol freedom feel like an unfair advantage rather than deprivation. Key Topics: Why successful people struggle to give up alcohol
“The pilots who survive aren’t the most skilled—they’re the ones who adapt fastest.” In this episode, I explain why your current identity—the expertise you’ve built over years—might be your biggest obstacle to adapting at AI speed. I break down the “OODA loop” and how it can determine your success in business. Key Topics: Why a
“Action beats intention. Results beat ego.” What if the reason you’re stuck isn’t about talent, skill, or even motivation? It’s because of how your mind reacts under pressure. And whether you realize it or not, you’re likely playing out one of three patterns that sabotage high performers: The Go Harder Guy, The Mr. Nice Guy,
“If you’re just having all these expectations of things that you can’t control, you can’t have an agreement about or you can’t set a standard about, you’ll just get frustrated all the time.” Many think that having high expectations of everyone shows respect and kindness. In reality, unrealistic expectations create frustration and anger, making us
“Success isn’t about your current competence. It’s about your belief in what you can figure out.” In this episode, Itamar Marani and Alex De Fina analyze the mindset tools behind Trump’s ability to maintain momentum through resistance. No politics—just clear, actionable strategies for entrepreneurs seeking extreme clarity and peak performance. Key Topics: Unshakable Confidence: The
“The story you tell yourself about what you’ve been through defines your identity. It’s not the event but how you interpret and grow from it that shapes your future… We are all capable of much more than we imagine” Glenn Cohen, former chief psychologist of the Mossad and Air Force pilot, shares raw insights from
“Remember, success isn’t just about knowing where you’re going – it’s about being prepared for the journey ahead.” In today’s quick episode, I share the one thing people forget to do when setting goals that makes all the difference between success and failure. Key topics cover: Why most goal-setting systems fail Inspired January vs. Year
“The guilt. It never ends. And it’s true for everybody. It’s part of the human condition that there are always new levels of guilt. But guilt and shame in and of themselves, without driving positive action, are unhelpful. They don’t help you, and they definitely don’t help anyone else.” In today’s episode, I recap 2024.