The King’s Code Podcast With Raul Villacis

Napoleon Hill’s Lost Chapter: The 7 Fears That Kill Wealth Creation

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 17:09:00 -0500

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In this episode, I discuss the concept of "the drift" and how it holds us back from reaching our full potential. I explain that the drift is a state of mind characterized by fear and a lack of direction. I identify seven fears that keep us in a drift, including the fear of poverty, illness, not being loved, getting old, death, criticism, and disappointing others. I emphasize the importance of self-awareness and making a conscious decision to overcome these fears in order to take charge of my life. I provide practical strategies for changing my relationship with fear and using it as fuel for growth and innovation. I also share three questions to help listeners learn from their own experiences of drifting and break free from negative patterns.

0:00:00 Introduction to the concept of drifting and the book "Outwitting the Devil"
0:00:50 Feeling stuck and the definition of the drift
0:01:44 The fear of poverty and scarcity mentality
0:03:24 The fear of illness and the importance of healing
0:04:23 The fear of not being loved and the gift and curse of overachievers
0:05:28 The fear of getting old and choosing how to age
0:05:56 The fear of death and living without regret
0:06:49 The fear of criticism and the importance of standing out
0:07:14 The fear of disappointing others and the impossibility of pleasing everyone
0:08:11 Being aware of the drift and making a conscious decision to stop operating from fear
0:09:52 Finding gratitude in the current reality and embracing growth
0:10:54 Having faith and purpose leads to innovation
0:11:29 Three questions to learn from the drift
0:12:42 Identifying destructive patterns and breaking them
0:14:00 The importance of self-awareness and self-mastery
0:15:21 Overcoming fears and embracing your mission
0:16:24 Using fears as fuel for personal growth
0:17:37 Strengthening faith and regaining the edge

Most men find themselves drifting through life, a concept profoundly explored in Napoleon Hill's "outwitting the devil audiobook." This book illuminates the critical importance of finding your true purpose and avoiding the pitfalls of a life without clear direction. Understanding this "drift" is a powerful form of self help, offering a new perspective on the meaning of life and personal growth. It's about sharpening your EDGE and deciding how you’ll be remembered, focusing on legacy rather than just chasing significance.

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Reaction to Theovon's Breakthrough with Tony Robbins

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 17:07:00 -0500

In this episode Raul will react to a powerful interview with Tony Robbins and Theo Von. We delve into themes of self-awareness, emotional exploration, and breaking patterns for personal growth. Robbins stresses the significance of anchoring positive emotions like love and gratitude to drive transformative change.

The discussion tackles the common tendency to cling to familiar, negative emotions and emphasizes the power of leveraging negative emotions for personal development. We address self-pity as an addiction, urging viewers to use pain as a catalyst for growth. The overarching message centers on shifting from chasing success to actively pursuing greatness, anchored in self-love and breaking limiting patterns.

Personal anecdotes, including childhood struggles, illustrate the strength found in adversity. This video serves as a practical guide to navigate self-doubt, embrace emotional intelligence, and rewrite narratives for a more fulfilling life. Get ready for an insightful journey toward self-empowerment. Hit play and let's embark on this transformative experience together!

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Sending my son to college: One of the hardest things I've ever done

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 17:04:00 -0400

This episode is a first! And a last! My special guest today is my son, Alejandro Villacis, and it’s his first appearance on the King’s Code Podcast. In the past, he has been my guest on my other podcasts, and I’ve been a guest on his podcasts, but this is the first time he’s been a guest on this feed. It’s also his last appearance before going to college.

I have had the privilege of being there to guide him for 18 years, and in that time he’s been my greatest teacher. I’ve watched him grow, and I’ve watched him shrink his waistline. This episode is our way of saying goodbye in the best way we can.

On this episode of the King’s Code Podcast, both Alejandro and I share the biggest lessons we’ve learned from each other, and he shares some of his hopes for the coming years.

4:17 start/Special guest Alejandro Villacis, my son
5:46 One last Podcast before Alejandro goes to college
7:10 What challenges are men facing today?
8:00 Fear of failure, not being enough
8:50 Alejandro was always willing to be guided
9:20 How do parents build a relationship with their children?
9:38 Being an older brother gave Alejandro perspective on rules and discipline
10:28 Parents have to push their children
11:42 The “hour of power” of being with your children
13:02 Video game addiction (and racing for recovery)
17:06 The “no sugar” bet
20:48 Connection with siblings
24:10 Weight loss
26:30 Health, relationship with family, and relationship with God
30:20 Wisdom, strength, and faith
32:18 Andrew Tate
34:55 It’s not how much money you make, it’s how you make your money
37:31 What advice would Alejandro give his 10-year-old self?

Raul Villacis
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#fatherandson #mensmentalhealth #collegelife #fatherandsonpodcast

How to Overcome Scarcity Mentality With Jeff Brawley

Mon, 08 May 2023 17:01:00 -0400

On this episode of the King’s Code Podcast, my special guest is Jeff Brawley. Jeff had a hardscrabble upbringing as the son of a farmer. He started working for minimum wage at the farm in high school to afford to buy clothing that was trendy at the time to fit in. When he started his business, he had the problem of growing at a rate that was too fast for him to keep up with work but not fast enough for him to afford to hire more employees. When he started the EDGE Program, he was able to break through some of his limited beliefs and cut people out of his life who drained his energy, which freed him up to expand his business more. By breaking through the scarcity mindset and instead tapping into the abundance mindset, he was able to see opportunities for growth.

0:00 Intro
0:40 Welcome Jeff Brawley
1:00 Stuck in the scarcity mentality
1:34 What is it like to be an investor and break through scarcity beliefs
2:37 Grandparents
3:34 Jeff started working to afford his own “fashionable” clothes
4:48 Scarcity can drive innovation, but don’t get stuck in a scarcity mentality
5:41 Business was growing, but not fast enough
6:35 Mentally and physically broke
7:40 An ultimatum to a problem client
9:19 Expansion
10:41 Unlocked potential
11:36 The abundance is in the opportunities
13:15 Wrap up

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Bring Your Business Back From the Brink of Bankruptcy

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 16:59:00 -0400

On this episode of The King’s Code, I interview Gary Agajanian, President of Agajanian Vineyards & Wine Company. After 30 years of steadily growing his winery, his business was seriously threatened by the California wildfires. He came to me looking for guidance to improve his mindset and find the certainty it would take to get his business back on track rather than declaring bankruptcy. He was able to successfully navigate this hard time by looking at his father and grandfather for inspiration. When he found his code to the Edge, he went from being hurt by the storm to becoming the storm. He was able to bring his business back and then continue to grow even bigger than before. Watch this episode to learn how an unstoppable mindset will help you get your business back on track.

0:00 Today’s guest: Gary Agajanian
0:45 Gary brings the storm
1:08 How did Gary hope to improve his mindset by coming to The Edge?
3:01 Levels in business
4:40 How does business insurance actually cover you? (It really doesn’t)
5:45 How Gary’s grandfather got into the wine business
7:30 How Gary went from almost out of business to successful again
9:00 We all have to overcome challenges
9:50 Always pray, always listen to the inner voice
10:40 Expansion in the wine business
12:50 Expansion beyond the wine business
13:55 Wrap up

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Breaking the Stigma: Encouraging Fathers to Talk About Mental Health with their Kids

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 16:56:00 -0400

In this episode of The King's Code, we sit down with entrepreneur and father Bobby Manley to discuss the importance of fathers taking an active role in supporting their children's mental health. Bobby shares his personal experiences navigating mental health challenges with his own children, and offers insights and advice for other dads who may be struggling to support their kids in this area. We explore topics such as breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, the impact of fatherly support on children's well-being, and practical strategies for promoting mental wellness in the home. Join us for an inspiring and informative conversation about fatherhood and mental health.

0:48 Welcome our special guest: Bobby Manley
1:40 The tunnel
2:40 This program doesn’t give you what you want, it gives you what you need
3:30 Talking with accents
4:00 Bobby went all in on the program
6:25 We discount our own abilities
8:53 Priorities in raising children shift from sports to acting
10:56 His relationship with his middle son begins to strain
11:29 The beginning of the personal development journey
13:48 Bobby starts a foundation for teens with mental health problems
15:09 Calm during heartbreak
16:23 His pain is not my pain
16:51 It takes courage to realize someone hurts you because they are in pain
19:50 Bobby’s other son admits to having pain
21:47 A lot of men can’t handle this sort of situation

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Josh Kreitzer: How He Went from Zero to Millionaire

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 16:52:00 -0400

On this episode of The King’s Code, I interview Josh Kreitzer, founder of Retail Media. Josh was an early adopter of ecommerce, at the time when it was considered a disrupter rather than the norm. He later found a position at GoPro, and tested an early version of the Amazon search engine. He used his experience with Amazon to found his own company that takes advantage of the Amazon algorythm to promote products and services, even ones that don’t sell on Amazon. In this interview, you will hear the journey he took as an entrepreneur, from the big leap of faith it took to leave a secure position to the ups and downs, to his current successes.

0:10 What is the tunnel?
0:55 Josh Kreitzer, founder of retail media
2:24 Amazon vs. Google
3:28 Where Amazon is going - A channel of influence
4:47 Opportunities require letting go of security
6:55 Even Josh’s wife’s parents supported his decision
9:25 You have to be obsessed
10:30 You don’t know what you don’t know
11:25 What is Josh’s manifesto?
11:50 Our audience is everyone we meet
13:20 Entrepreneurs change lives
14:00 Try not to become a man of success but a man of value
14:33 Bring value to a new audience
17:35 Wrap up

Josh Kreitzer:
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#amazon #amazonesale #entrepreneurship

Ron Mckay - Revolutionizing Farming with Cutting-Edge Technology: The Hammock Greens Story

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 16:54:00 -0400

In this episode, of the King’s Code Podcast, I interview Ron McKay, the founder of Hammock Greens, a company that is revolutionizing the way we think about farming. Using cutting-edge technology, Hammock Greens grows fruits and vegetables in indoor hydroponic gardens housed in shipping containers. This sustainable approach uses less water, takes less power, and grows more nutritious produce without the use of pesticides, on top of that, because the food is grown locally, it has a lower carbon footprint and mitigates any supply chain issues.

None of this would be possible if Ron McKay hadn’t discovered his code to the EDGE. Watch this episode of the King’s Code to learn who Ron is, how he discovered the EDGE, and the impact he’s making on the entire world.

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Jordan Peterson: Hero to Losers or Voice of the Voiceless?

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 16:49:00 -0400

On this episode of the King’s Code Podcast, I react to Jordan Peterson being interviewed by Piers Morgan. Peterson is a controversial public figure. Depending on who you ask, he can be a voice to the voiceless, helping men who cannot help themselves; or he is the public figure of a group of angry, horny men who can’t get dates. Olivia Wilde’s movie, “Don’t Worry Darling,” has a character who is a cult leader, and many people interpret the character as a slightly exaggerated depiction of Peterson. In this interview, Peterson got choked up talking about the young men who look up to him. What can we make of this man? Is it all an act? Is he a hero or a charlatan? And what can we learn about the incel movement? Is it a movement of men bringing each other up or are they holding each other down? Watch this video to see my reaction to this viral moment.

Millionaire Mentor Jason Stone Shares the Secrets to Building a Social Media Empire

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:47:00 -0400

On this episode of the King’s Code, I interview Jason Stone. Jason Stone has launched several successful platforms on the Internet, and today is best known for his line of nutritional supplements and crypto investment platforms. Jason shares his story, including the many successes and failures. He shares the secret to keeping the passion going in a marriage after financial instability, having children, and having a busy schedule. He shares how to deal with haters and why the haters can be your biggest cheerleaders with the right mindset. Watch this video to learn more about Jason Stone.

0:21 Jason Stone’s growth as an influencer
1:12 College commute
3:12 What was Jason listening to during this drive?
4:45 Raul’s switch from listening to music to personal development audiobooks
5:20 How did Jason make the shift in mindset?
6:24 “I lost millions, then I got into personal development”
7:17 The warrior mentality
9:02 You have to be naive to think it could happen to you
10:40 Getting bigger, thinking bigger
13:15 The tunnel
15:20 People don’t talk about saving money anymore
17:15 The different stages of a marriage
19:34 Putting your wife on a pedestal comes from a healthy relationship
22:07 Everyone is replaceable, so hold yourself to a high standard
23:11 How do you keep the king mentality?
25:03 Is it too late to build your brand?
26:10 3 steps you can take to build your social media presence
28:13 The morning ritual
29:56 How do you handle the haters?
34:07 People project their own insecurities on you
35:50 When you get haters, wish them the best
37:30 A and B goals
38:57 Being a billionaire was never the goal, the goal was to make an impact
41:48 Last words

REACTING TO ANDREW TATE: Is Toxic Masculinity Real?

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 16:46:00 -0400

This is a reaction video to the interview Andrew Tate did with YouTube podcasters Fresh & Fit. Andrew Tate is blowing up on the internet, according to my son, and I want to see this interview for myself.

In this interview, Tate goes all in proclaiming that toxic masculinity is a phrase made up by angry, man-hating feminists. According to him, all masculinity is perceived as toxic masculinity, and women complaining about men is a first world problem.

My opinion on Tate himself is that he is very much in touch with his dark warrior. The dark warrior wants to hunt, fight, and have sex, but it’s inevitable that the dark warrior burns everything to the ground because he can’t create, he can only destroy. I believe that being a dark warrior is only one step along the way to becoming a king, which means a complete man who owns his life.

Watch the video to see highlights from the interview Tate did with Fresh & Fit, and my reactions to them.

How to find opportunity in the middle of a crisis | John Barriga

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 16:29:00 -0400

0:23 John Barriga, owner of Intravenous_me, IV drip therapy 1:26 We never thought COVID would change everything 2:20 Good is the enemy of great 3:28 Losing the edge 5:02 What made John look for help? 7:20 Get out of the victim mentality and become leaders 7:51 There's always that doubt, but go for it 8:52 The phone call 11:20 Stuck in the past 11:50 The hardest thing is to ask for help 12:41 Help someone and empower them without saving them 13:58 How did John turn things around? 16:30 Association 18:54 The next step 19:41 Don’t hide behind a fancy title. Get your hands dirty 21:46 Don’t be stuck in your story 23:31 What are the biggest wins and blessings 25:00 This is just the beginning On Episode 6 of The King’s Code, I interview John Barriga. John Barriga is the founder and owner of Intravenous Me, a popular IV therapy provider in Midtown Manhattan. I interview him about how he came to work with me, and what steps he has taken to turn his life around since we’ve worked together. He first contacted me through my application process. He was, at the time, filled with uncertainty about how to keep his business going during the pandemic, his marriage was suffering, and he knew he had to change something. He was able to turn his life around by taking control of his life rather than sitting back and hiring other people to do the hard work for him. His story proves the importance of hard work and dedication, and to never count yourself out. Follow us: Raul Villacis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raultheedge/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaulTheEDGE/ Website: https://raulvillacis.com/ John Barriga: https://www.nymenshealth.com/

Michael Valdes shows how to sell Real Estate in the 21st Century…Virtually

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 16:28:00 -0400

Michael Valdes is the President of eXp Global and host of the Global Luxury Real Estate Mastermind Podcast. He is currently the only Latino President of a publicly traded real estate company in the country. He has sold real estate, either directly or through overseeing his agents, in over 100 countries, and logged over a million frequent flyer miles. He created a new business model of selling real estate though the internet rather than through traditional brick-and-mortar offices. In this episode, I interview him to find out the secret to his continued success.

Mark Jennison tells you how to COME BACK from addiction and claim your power!

Tue, 24 May 2022 16:25:00 -0400

On this, episode 4 of the King’s Code Podcast, I interview Mark Jennison, founder of IAMACOMEBACK. His company is focused primarily on helping otherwise successful men overcome a battle they often find themselves losing: addiction. What makes Mark so different is that he teaches his clients how to tap into their inner strength; in contrast, many rehab programs like AA teach that you are powerless to stop your addiction, and you must learn how to live with that powerlessness. Given that AA’s success rating is 50% at best, and Mark’s success rate is 97%, Mark seems to know what he’s talking about.

But the rehab is only the beginning, because Mark teaches successful men how to apply that same inner strength to every aspect of their lives to increase their capacity and live their best lives in every way possible. Watch this video to learn how Mark’s failures led to his ultimate success, and what he does every day to keep himself in the best physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual shape possible.

Ryan Michler | Founder of ORDER OF MAN podcast talks about how to LEAD with CERTAINTY

Tue, 10 May 2022 16:24:00 -0400

On Episode 3 of The King’s Code, I interview Ryan Michler, host of the Order of Man Podcast.

I talk with him about what it means to be a man in a world where we no longer have clear definitions of what it means to be one. What does it take to go all in and ignore the voice of doubt in your head? What does it mean to be consistent and put the work in all day? How do you maintain the energy in a relationship? I will discuss all these questions and more on this episode.

How Andy Nguyen leveraged NFTs to start a successful restaurant

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 16:18:00 -0400

On this episode of The King’s Code Podcast, I interviewed Andy Nguyen. Andy made a splash on social media by starting the first NFT-themed restaurant. Yes, those odd JPEGs of apes have more value beyond just looking cool and being an investment/gamble by themselves. In this show, Andy shares why he was an early adopter of NFTs, how he used the IP of the Bored Ape to open his restaurant, and what NFT investors have to be wary of before they risk losing their shirts on what might be the next huge investment class.

Brandon Dawson on how to 10X Your Business, The Indicator You’re 1 Step Away From Wealth

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 16:12:00 -0400

On this, the inaugural episode of the King’s Code Podcast, I interview The 10x Man himself, Brandon Dawson. Brandon has done it all. He’s made and lost millions, married and divorced, worked in an analog world of phone books and atlases and in the digital world of Google and Salesforce. Hear his incredible story and the lessons he learned along the way and how you can apply them to your situation right now so you can have 10x results in your life.

Show notes:
0:40 Welcome to the show
1:05 Sales manager
2:24 College dropout
3:20 MapQuest, the White Pages, and hearing aids
4:41 Is your sales process too complicated?
5:29 Why Grant Cardone is the best
8:20 If you can master sales, you’ll always have a job
10:10 Transactional, transitional, transformative
10:40 Acknowledge, accept, action, attack
12:50 Will it move you?
14:28 Is good enough good enough?
19:30 Legacy
20:33 Ups and downs
26:09 “You overperformed”
29:36 What is purpose
30:56 Have a 10-year vision
35:55 Introducing Grant Cardone
37:13 Growth Con
38:39 Not everyone makes it through the tunnel
39:20 3 things to close with
42:30 3 Takeaways

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Mastermind Groups: 5 Things to consider and what to expect

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 16:10:00 -0400

One of the things I’m proudest of is helping to create a community. The thing that makes the biggest difference in people’s lives is their community. Your community dictates how far you go in life - it will either empower you or keep you down.

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It’s in our DNA to be part of a community. Our primal need is to be part of a tribe. We want to be part of a tribe so much that we are sometimes willing to betray our values to be accepted.

The quality of your life is a direct reflection of the quality of your community. You have to ask yourself who you are being influenced by to predict what sort of life you will have. If you are in a toxic community, it will be impossible for you to thrive; if you are in an empowering environment, it will be impossible for you to fail.

5 things to look for in a community that will empower you:

1- Standards.
Get around people who will raise your standards. If you are around people who will let you play small, you will never thrive. The only way to become a bigger player is to be around those who hold you to a higher standard. If your community doesn’t inspire you to go outside your comfort zone and grow, that community is keeping you in a box.

Your results are a reflection of your standards. You will never get results if you are not committed to following through. If you want to change something in your life, raise your standards. But you need to have people around you who will hold you to high standards.

2- Trust
Knowing that you can count on others will give you CERTAINTY. At the same time, if you have nobody you can trust, it will be harder for you to overcome your challenges. But trust is a two-way street; you have to give in order to receive. You have to keep your word.

3- Vision
Is there a vision that you can align with? What is the vision of the community and how can you get behind it? Can you see the impact you can make long-term? If your vision is not so big that it scares you, it’s not big enough.

4- Value
Just like trust, value is a two-way street. You have to give value to the community in order to receive it. You have to do more for others than you’re willing to do for yourself. If you’re hurting, the best way to heal is to heal others. If you have a challenge, the best way to solve it is to help someone else solve their challenges. Sometimes you can’t see outside of your challenges; a new perspective may fix that. When you help someone else, you sharpen your edge. When you see someone else’s problems, you realize that yours are not that big.

5- Faith
Is your community increasing your faith in people? The news today always highlights how bad people are, but I believe that there are more good people out there than bad. But we don’t highlight the good things people do. The moment that you’re part of a community that increased your faith in people, you realize that more people will help you than take advantage of you.

Gerard Adams: The key to becoming a conscious leader

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 16:06:00 -0400

Gerard Adams, founder of the Elite Daily and Leaders Create Leaders, joins us today on The Daily Edge.

Gerard’s story parallels Raul’s in many ways.

He was a successful entrepreneur, made a ton of money, lost a ton of money, regrouped, and then at the moment of his biggest comeback, realized that it was all for nothing if he didn’t look deep inside himself and find his purpose.

In this interview, Gerard shares his journey from young millionaire to millennial leader.

You’ll hear how his family brought out the best in him.

You’ll learn about the three mountains, the four stages, and the five H’s.

If you want to learn how to finish 2020 strong, watch this interview on The Daily Edge with Raul Villacis.

0:34 Intro:

2:06 COVID has impacted my business, but as an entrepreneur, this is what we’re built for

3:34 How to lean in when times get tough

4:25 How COVID pushed Gerard to face pain from his past

6:16 How COVID forced Gerard to level up his love life

7:06 2020 has been a hell of a year

8:04 How Gerard started his first business

10:33 Gerard’s one big bet…

10:55 ...That cost him millions of dollars

12:28 Mom’s advice: they’ll never take your heart or your mind

14:50 Raul knows exactly how that feels

17:13 Gerard tells his story about how he went through the tunnel

19:00 The moment that Gerard realized he couldn’t retire to Florida

22:03 What does Gerard do to find his purpose daily?

23:00 The three mountains

25:17 Gerard reads a letter from his father

27:16 The H-5: Health, hustle, harmony, happiness

29:10 We are conditioned only to work on the hustle

31:24 Ruminations on the flow state

32:29 Working with conscious leaders

33:46 The 4 stages: is life happening to you/for you/through you/as you? 38:20 Gerard becomes a psychonaut

40:29 If you’re committed to your growth, you do whatever it takes to do it 43:05 Three things Gerard can share to end 2020 strong

43:35 Get clear on what you want to be known for.

45:46 Build a personal brand

49:07 Build systems in order to scale

51:26 Wrap up

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How to have an Extraordinary Mind and a Badass Life with Vishen Lakhiani

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 16:04:00 -0400

As an overachieving kid from an Indian family, Vishen had a dream job at Microsoft, but he quit when he realized it was someone else’s dream. He went on to found Mindvalley, an award-winning education movement with over millions of students worldwide. He wrote two best-selling books, The Code of The Extraordinary Mind, This book taught the reader how to go beyond bullshit rules that we all follow but don’t understand, and instead tap into the genius and non-conformist within ourselves; the follow up, The Buddha and the Baddass brought spiritual into work to magnify success as an entrepreneur. He’s also founded A-Fest and Mindvalley University. Today, he talks with host Raul Villacis about entrepreneurship, learning through pain, and what he’s learned along his unusual journey.

Overcoming Entrepreneurship Burnout: The 5 Levels of Commitment

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 16:09:00 -0400

There are 5 levels of commitment. Your reason why and your clarity on why you want to succeed is what makes the difference between success and failure. The reason WHY is a reflection of your commitment.

1 - “I have to.”
This is the weakest level of commitment. At this level, you work out of obligation. You will find any excuse not to follow through. At this level, you are constantly drained of energy because you’re always overcoming excuses and waiting to be motivated.

2 - “I need to.”
This is a stronger level of commitment because your reason why is stronger than your excuses. But you still work out of guilt and obligation. You have a needy energy, which repels abundance. You will bend your values to get what you want.

3 - “I want to.”
This energy will get some results, but they will come with casualties. The “I want to” is the warrior. The warrior gets shit done, but the warrior only cares about himself. As a result, there is a high cost to getting results.

4 - “I must”
The “I must” energy gives you creativity and innovation. You find a way when most people can’t. The “why” is bigger than you, so nothing will stop you until you happen.

5 - “I get to”
This is the most powerful level of commitment. This is the level where you appreciate the journey. You get to give value, or provide for your family, etc. You don’t have to wait to get to some level of success before you are happy, you’re already happy. When you have the perspective of “I get to,” there are no excuses, only reasons why

It takes mastery to get to the “I get to” energy. The “I get to” energy is synonymous with the King mindset. When you are a King, you are enjoying the journey and expanding your capacity as you go.

Patrick Bet-David: How to Overcome Adversity

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 16:05:00 -0500

On this episode of the Daily Edge, Patrick Bet-David shares his story, and tells us the keys to being a successful entrepreneur, overcoming adversity, developing emotional intelligence, both at home and at work. In our conversation, we discuss everything from world history to raising children to reading books. This is another episode you don’t want to miss.

show notes:

0:25 Intro/How David started as an entrepreneur
1:39 David’s story (briefly)
3:25 Raul asks David about “The Tunnel.”
6:03 In the tunnel, you hide and deny
7:00 How did David get through the tunnel?
7:25 David tells his children the four things we do as a family
8:02 The four things David’s family prays for
8:25 David’s boot camp story
9:57 David’s friend and partner Jose, and the gift and curse of improvement
11:39 How did Patrick keep from burning everything to the ground when times were tough?
12:48 outwork, out-improve, outlast, out-strategize
15:40 Do you seek opportunities or seek to blame?
16:50 Musings on marriage
21:35 A strong partner makes you stronger
22:51 Cast the vision
23:38 The first 20
25:40 What’s the smartest thing you can do if you’re a student?
27:47 How do you teach your children to be disciplined?
31:22 What is David’s morning ritual?
33:50 What is David doing next?
36:20 Outro

Steven Kotler: How to enter flow state

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 16:02:00 -0500

How do you get into flow consistently? This is the question that Steven Kotler and his writing partner, Jamie Wheal, first asked in Rise of the Superman, and continued to explore in Stealing Fire. Steven sits down with Raul Villacis to discuss what inspired him to study flow, and what he’s learned. This interview is loaded with secret tips from both Raul and Steven on how little life hacks can have a cumulative effect on changing your life over time. In addition, it closes with a discussion on why technology is speeding up the pace of innovation. If you want to see how to get the most from your brain, be sure to watch this interview.

What did Conor McGregor learn from Tony Robbins to strengthen his Emotional Intelligence?

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 15:56:00 -0500

I did a training call for my clients, and at the end, we touched on some of the insights I got from watching Conor McGregor beat Cowboy Cerrone and make his UFC comeback. People are speculating that Tony Robbins had a lot to do with this transformation and Emotional Intelligence upgrade. One of the hardest things to do is to make a comeback. I remember when the market crashed, 90% of my peers never made it back after losing everything.

Interview With Ryan Blair

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 15:51:00 -0500

What does it take to go from the lowest and most forgotten dregs of society to the top of the world? Ryan Blair went from a gang member and a high school dropout to the CEO of a company worth $600 million at its peak. Hear his incredible life story in my interview with him.

His autobiography, “Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain: How I Went from Gang Member to Multimillionaire Entrepreneur was ranked 3rd in The New York Times Best Seller list for August 2011 and was a number one New York Times Hardcover Business Book bestseller in September 2011.

Ryan Blair was named by Ernst & Young as Entrepreneur of the Year in 2012. He took lifestyle and weight loss company ViSalus (Now known as Vi) from $60 million in debt to $150 in revenue. At its peak, ViSalus was valued at $600 million. But all that money is meaningless if you waste it on self-destruction. Find out how Ryan learned to appreciate what he had in life and take care of himself physically, emotionally, and spiritually. All that and more, in this video episode of the Daily Edge.

How SnapFitness Founder Peter Taunton Creates Energy

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 15:47:00 -0500

In this video, Raul interviews Peter Taunton, founder of Snap Fitness. Peter talks about his upbringing, and how the lessons he learned at a young age have helped him become a successful entrepreneur.

Here are some of the key takeaways from this video:

You can let people come to you or you can hustle.

If you’re not failing, you’re not trying hard enough.

Money is energy.

You have to be an image of God.

Leverage creates opportunity

Chapter breakdown:

1:22 Intro.

2:20 Origin story / The lesson learned from selling popcorn.

3:46 If you don’t have a work ethic, you have nothing. Find your truth.

5:54 Start the day off right.

7:15 How to walk into a room.

8:14 How Peter started his journey to owning a gym.

12:56 How did you figure it out?

16:58 What do I do next? Stop chasing success and pursue greatness instead.

18:28 Stages of success.

18:49 How to use leverage.

20:24 The best investment is always yourself.

21:45 Tell us about the “oh shit!” moments

24:25 Raul talks about his transition from real estate investor to living his purpose.

25:14 What Pete does to invest in himself.

28:27 Peter is a man of faith.

32:10 The goal is always create new goals for yourself

32:28 Now the other side of that is humility.

34:34 You have to be the image of God.

35:14 Raul reveals why he curses so much.

36:33 Wrap up and review.

How Spartan Race Founder Joe Desena found his PURPOSE

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 15:46:00 -0400

This week, it was my honor and privilege to have Joe Desana, the founder of the Spartan Race, as my first guest on the Raul Villacis Experience, a long-form companion podcast to The Daily Edge. Joe has been a best-selling author, a key note speaker, and of course the founder and organizer of the Spartan Race.

Joe grew up on what many of us would call “the wrong side of the tracks.” He essentially grew up as a background actor in a real-life mob movie. But his mother made sure he wouldn’t follow that path, and set him up for later success in life. Several times in life, he became successful, then risked everything he had to start over and pursue greatness. His interest in physical fitness and his desire to test his own toughness lead him to create the Spartan Death Race. In this interview, Joe tells me how and why he chose the life he has now.

Show Notes:

0:40 Intro

1:14 What is Joe’s story? / Origin story

6:15 Joe met a guy at Cornell…

8:32 Joe takes a big risk by taking a new job

11:2 2 Many of Joe’s friends ended up in jail, but Joe stayed straight

14:12 “Was I tough enough?”

10:06 When was the threshold?

21:27 Bird discussion

22:48 Joe talks about the transition from wall street to organizing races.

25:32 You can find your purpose. You can also find a new purpose as you grow

28:57 The tunnel

31:15 Money can fuel purpose until your purpose is profitable

32:34 You better figure it out…

34:42 Married bliss

36:54 What attitudes are necessary to succeed?

38:38 What is the next step?

Joe shows off his kettle bells and home gym

43:20 Joe promotes his favorite tea

44:44 When is the next race?

47:00 end

A Conversation With Gary Vaynerchuck

Mon, 19 Mar 2018 15:40:00 -0400

INTERVIEW with Gary Vee about the beginnings of the Next Level Experience and people who have The EDGE vs The FAKE EDGE.