17. Fixed Ops 5-Change your Mindset with Trevor Houston Host of the Who Ya Know Podcast
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● Trevor Houston shares his experience in the auto industry, discussing his interactions with a finance director named Brian Craig and his struggle to move up due to politics. Eventually, he decides to leave and transition into financial services. Trevor faced challenges in this new field but persevered by adopting a positive mindset and helping others. He created The Who You Know Show as a platform to connect job seekers with resources and support in the Dallas Fort Worth area.
● Trevor Houston started his career-focused podcast, but later realized the need for mindset development. He began inviting motivational speakers and the show has evolved into a career and business podcast with a focus on self-development. The podcast aims to help people who want more out of life in areas such as career, finances, and relationships. Corey Smith appreciates Trevor's work in changing lives and bringing important topics to light during challenging times like the COVID pandemic. They discuss the importance of mindset in achieving success and overcoming obstacles. Trevor shares his experiences helping job seekers during the pandemic and how it taught him valuable lessons about priorities and gratitude. They also mention an episode featuring Chris Gronkowski, where they discussed the importance of figuring things out, taking action, and not relying on others to do it for you. However, they highlight that many people tend to make excuses instead of taking uncomfortable actions that lead to growth.
● Trevor Houston initially took it personally when his teaching strategy didn't work, but he realized that people need to have a personal investment in order to pay attention. The more they pay, the more engaged they are. He discussed this with Corey Smith and praised Chris Gronkowski's insight on the topic. Trevor also shared his plans for future episodes of his podcast, "The Who You Know Show," where he aims to bring on big names like Tony Robbins and Joe Rogan. They concluded by discussing the importance of setting goals, seeking help from those who have already achieved what you want, and being comfortable with discomfort. Listeners can connect with Trevor through LinkedIn or visit his website for more information about his financial practice and podcast.
● Corey Smith concludes the episode by thanking Trevor Houston for being a guest and asks if he will return in the future. Trevor enthusiastically agrees and expresses his appreciation for the unique question. They both express their admiration for Vito, who made a significant impact on Trevor's show. Corey mentions wanting to learn more from Trevor about mindset and human behavior, as it is a powerful tool that he wants to teach his advisors. Both agree to support each other and look forward to collaborating again in the future.