Episodes
You may think leadership doesn’t apply to you- but you’d be wrong. Everyone is a leader- be it in your career, in your family, or with your peers. If you’ve been struggling with leveling up your leadership, this episode is for you. On this episode, Jeramiah shares real life lessons that will help you find your footing, avoid plateaus, and give you the tools to recognize the difference between healthy and toxic leadership. Join us as we outline best practices that will reduce your stress,...
Published 04/30/24
Are you falling off your New Year’s resolutions? This is the time of the year that people fail on their commitments to themselves. Sound familiar? This episode is for you. Today Charyce and I explore consistency- from clarifying the definition to digging into the implications of neglecting the constant, consistent pursuit of excellence. Listen in as we share tactical advice to help you develop elite level discipline and consistency in every area of your life.
Published 04/23/24
Are you craving change? Do you need to find your azimuth? Is fear controlling you? On today’s episode of Be the Leader, Charyce shares her story. She provides gems that will help you navigate your life as a high achiever, using her experiences as a soldier and entrepreneur to highlight common struggles we all face. Join us as we journey from her time as a shy kid to successful, well-rounded woman. This episode is for anyone who is looking to evolve to the next level of their lives.
Published 04/16/24
Everything looks easy from the outside. It feels good to take the leisurely path toward your goals, but that path is riddled with pitfalls.  If you’re constantly cutting corners, eventually you start going in circles. As humans, it’s natural to gravitate towards the path of least resistance. Know this- the harder path is the only path that pays.  In this episode, Charyce and I explore the allure that surrounds the culture of doing the bare minimum, and we share tips on how to buck the...
Published 04/09/24
Love is beautiful, but nobody likes to acknowledge the painful or sticky parts. Relationships require a great deal of work to be successful. On this episode, Charyce and I share our shortcomings and give you practical tips and tricks to help you navigate the often confusing and complicated nature of relationships. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of love, and learn how to create longevity in a world focused on instant gratification. "Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes...
Published 04/02/24
Do you want to be a great leader, a person worth following? Are you taking your cues from the 99%? I guarantee you’re doing it wrong. If you’re following what the average person is doing, you’ll get nothing better than average results.  Great leaders, the 1%, are great influencers. They’re fearless. They know how to inspire others to strive for greatness, even in their absence. The 1% does not try to do extraordinary feats in an ordinary fashion. On this episode, Charyce and I discuss the...
Published 03/26/24
What kind of life are you cultivating? Where is criticism coming from in your life? How is it holding you back? This episode, we dive into changing chapters in life, and how to deal with the negative feedback. Charyce and I believe our results should always be in a growth phase. Stop living like you have all the time in the world and chase your dreams. We give actionable advice that will help guide you as you close one chapter and move to the next. People are going to judge, but don’t let...
Published 03/19/24
Are YOU a failure? Think about that question for a moment, really consider how you see yourself.  I'll tell you this: Failure is not an end state, it is an event that precedes success. Failure teaches us lessons. If you already knew the lesson- you wouldn’t be failing. People’s ego causes them to hide behind their success and hide their failure to avoid embarrassment. Don’t be that person. This episode is going to provide you with tactical tips and tools from Charyce and my experiences...
Published 03/12/24
When you’re used to being under massive amounts of stress, you may not immediately be aware. You can become habituated to how it feels, yet your body will tell the truth about what is going on with you. Having unregulated, high levels of stress can contribute to anxiety, depression, heart issues, sleep problems, weight gain, and more.  There’s nothing you can do about it, right? Wrong. This episode Charyce and I attack the insidious nature of stress, sharing our experiences with it, as...
Published 03/05/24
Take a deep look inside and acknowledge that you’re not fulfilling your potential. You have to accept that there’s room for growth. The “I’m doing fine” mentality is not only dangerous, but it is indicative of failure and a loser mentality. This episode is about biting off MORE than you can chew, and chewing it. Ask yourself where you’re cutting corners, and realize that in those moments of weakness, there are opportunities to show strength. Living in a world of “good enough” is...
Published 02/27/24
Do you feel like you don’t belong? Like you aren’t qualified to be in the position you are in? Or maybe you feel like you’re a fraud, and you’re terrified of finding out? This is for you. Imposter syndrome- we’ve all heard of it, but what is it, really? Listen in and learn what imposter syndrome means, and how it has shown up in our lives. We share our insights and give actionable advice on how to combat this beast. Don’t let imposter syndrome keep you from building the life you deserve....
Published 02/20/24
This week’s episode is all about how fitness influences confidence, discipline, and mindset.  Charyce and I cover our most recent life events, the difference between confidence and arrogance, and how much better life would be if you believed in yourself tenfold.  Join Charyce as she shares how fitness literally transformed her from the inside out. Through the military, fitness increased her confidence, helped her come out of her shell, and led her to excellence. Not only that, but it built...
Published 02/13/24
If you’re going through a dark period of your life, this episode is a message specifically for you. On this episode of Be the Leader, I talk about the history and creation of Conquer Academy. In an hour of darkness, I vowed to fulfill a promise I had made to God. That I would pay back tenfold to the world, for Him allowing me to pursue my dreams. Conquer Academy was born of that promise, that pain and rebirth. Conquer Academy is my way of giving back to everyone the grace I was given. My...
Published 02/06/24
If you’re wondering if you’re on track for your dreams, today’s episode is for you! I outline three proven strategies to help you achieve your goals EVEN FASTER, and the pitfalls to avoid on your journey!  Additionally, for those of you who had the opportunity to see my last leadership event on social media  I recap our most recent Conquer Academy event- Conquer Quest 007 in Southern California- and  share some of my takeaways from this milestone as an entrepreneur.
Published 01/23/24
This is a special episode- I was a Guest on my good friend Zoon's New Legacy Podcast. See the video for this podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WsB24HYOCf0 Zoon and I sat down after the Conquer Gala- a day full of celebrating the students and staff of Conquer Academy. We talk about everything, from my beginnings as a failed high school athlete and college dropout, to my transition into a leader in the Ranger regiment and entrepreneur. I talk about my warrior's call, as a...
Published 01/16/24
This week on Be the Leader, I got the opportunity to sit down with Toktam Thomas.  This episode is for anybody that feels stuck, and wants to stop escaping and start truly living. Toktam shares her story, going from a humble beginning as the youngest of three in Iran and surviving a tumultuous childhood, to a life as an unfulfilled wife, then blossoming, becoming a powerhouse both physically and mentally. Now she’s a coach and leader, guiding others to build their best selves. Listen in...
Published 01/09/24
This week on Be the Leader, we have a special guest, my friend and brother-in-arms Fernando Medina. Fernando former Ranger and Green Beret who I had the honor of serving with during my time at Regiment. In this episode, Fernando tells us his story, and how he’s failed forward in the face of every challenge he’s encountered. We discuss the importance of doing what it takes when the odds are against you, in order to succeed. Join us as we pull out the lessons from hard times that helped...
Published 01/05/24
In this episode, Charyce and I cover the first annual Conquer Gala, and discuss the difference between resolutions and goals moving into 2024. We want to help you launch into next year and increase your odds of being successful. We also share tips on how to create goals worth working towards. Tune in as we celebrate our accomplishments, and gear up for an exciting new year!
Published 12/26/23
This week on Be the Leader, Charyce and I get together to wrap up 2023. On this episode, we recap the year, and share tips and tricks that can help you shift your mindset so that you can finish out the year strong. We also show you how to prevent your goals from falling to the wayside- which is common at the close of the year. Join us as we come together in anticipation of a brand new year of growth and adventure.
Published 12/19/23
This week on Be the Leader, we have the impressive Matt Balzano. Matt Bolzano is a life and mindset coach who is laser focused on personal transformation and providing strategies and tactics to help people change their lives. Throughout his life, Matt has navigated the murky waters of addiction and self-sabotage. He encourages people to create perfection within imperfection, while avoiding the easy way out. In this episode, we talk about how stress is an opportunity, and how to build...
Published 12/12/23
This week on Be The Leader we have the awesome Erik Scott. Erik Scott is a systems engineer turned entrepreneur who is on a mission to help dads become the best version of themselves. Having overcome a multitude of challenges and becoming the best version of himself through personal development and fitness, Erik is here to help you navigate and succeed in today's world. In this episode, we explore the keys that open doors, how to nurture relationships, and fostering a mindset of...
Published 10/24/23
This week we have serial entrepreneur and women’s mindset and resiliency mentor Denise Bond on the show. Denise Bond's mission is to lead women out of a place of chaos, fear and desperation and into a place of power and purpose and a life created by their design and NOT one dictated by their circumstances. Today's show is about overcoming the invisible forces holding women, and all of us back, such as fear and criticism. In this episode you will find insightful strategies and...
Published 09/19/23
This week we are talking about everyone’s favorite topic. Money.  We all want more of it, and we all have our struggles with personal finances, and our relationship with money.  In this episode, Jeramiah is breaking down his 4 keys to RICHes, detailing how you can analyze your relationship with money, and then put a plan into place to help your own financial situation.
Published 08/01/23
Networking isn't easy. We live in a world today where people try to network through events, social media, and in some cases, by going out and actually meeting new people. While reaching people has never been easier.. it is still easy to find yourself with a large circle of "connections" who don't seem to be helping you move forward at all. In this episode, Jeramiah and Justin are going over the keys to networking with INTENT and ensuring you put yourself in front of the people who will...
Published 07/25/23