After his mistakes cost him an important relationship, Stefanos Sifandos found the courage to be authentic... and he hasn't looked back.   Welcome, friends! This week's episode offers a male perspective on dating, brought to us by the spectacular relationship coach Stefanos Sifandos. Stef coaches both men and women on how to learn (or re-learn) integrating the principles of self-awareness and self-improvement into their relationships. Nuggets from today's episode include: Narcissistic...

Give yourself a raise. You deserve it.   Welcome back! This week, Kelly interviews venture capitalist, author, podcaster, and social media personality John Cerasani. John famously sold the insurance company he built at 37, netting himself his titular 2000% raise. Now, eight years later, John shares the details of his rise in business and online, and talks about what we all have to gain by taking power of our own income. John saves his worst for the haters and brings his love and wisdom to...

According to dating expert Sabrina Zohar, having self-awareness is only the first step in your development journey. This podcast is about what's next.   Welcome back! We could not be more excited to feature Sabrina’s wit and wisdom (and f-bombs) with you in this episode! Today, Sabrina joins Kelly to talk about why everyone dates their father or mother, creating boundaries, and how to be a great partner. Before you jump into a relationship, Sabrina has three important questions you NEED to...

While the title of this week's episode may sound like heresy, trust us, Rob Dube is onto something.   Welcome back! This week, the infectious podcaster, coach, entrepreneur, and author Rob Dube joins us to talk about the lost art of doing nothing. Or, as he would put it, trusting the process, delegating work, and realizing where your energy is best spent. Rob has been hustling since high school, and he has the nuggets you need to stay on the path this week: Are your decisions fear-based or...

If you find yourself at a plateau in your personal growth, you will be ready to climb again after meeting Markus Kaulius. Markus is an 8-figure serial entrepreneur and the founder of multiple 8 and 9 figure businesses. Over his 25-plus year career, he grew his supplement company from startup to over $170 Million and helped clients worldwide lose over 3 million pounds. Today, he joins Kelly to chart a course to fulfillment, faith, and community, so that we can all start playing a bigger game....

Coaching works, and today’s guest is living proof. Welcome back! In this introspective edition of Harder Than Life, Kelly interviews executive, business and career coach Terry Yoffe. Terry has been coaching for over 20 years, but before she became a coach, she had to become Harder Than Life.   In this episode, Terry breaks down her journey - growing up in Queens, starting her career in sales, and finding her mission in life - while also finding success in the business world. Highlights...

Josh Holyfield’s legacy will not be what he DID, but what he TAUGHT.    And, in this week’s episode, Josh teaches all of us about his winning habits, his unapologetic approach to life, and the journey that got him to where he is today. This leader, author, father, veteran, father, and all-around BEAST joins Kelly to share his story:   Josh Holyfield is an Army Veteran with over 15 years experience deploying and supporting the US Army and Special Operations. He started weightlifting in 2005...

Narcissistic Personality Disorder is as severe as it is misunderstood, according to lawyer, author, and slayer of bullies Rebecca Zung. This week, Kelly interviews this expert on negotiation and law on how to handle narcissists in your life. While many people display narcissistic traits, true narcissists are pathologically self-involved, and their manipulative behavior is something you need to be aware of in order to protect yourself. If you don’t believe it, listen as Rebecca shares an...

Steve Kuclo isn’t superhuman, he’s just upgraded.   Welcome back! This week, we hit it off with IFBB pro Steve Kuclo, personal and business development Monster , brand influencer, IFBB Pro Bodybuilder, and Mr. USA Overall Men’s Bodybuilding Champion. Like Kelly, he grew up in Detroit and embraces personal development, while fostering a competitive spirit that has pushed him to conquer his goals. He has been a firefighter paramedic, a bodybuilder, a businessman, a husband, a father, and so...

Jenny Leone is sober and that makes her mighty! This week, the superpowered Jenny from the Jenny’s Sober Lifestyle podcast joins us to talk about life after addiction. Jenny shares her story, and talks about recovering from the abuse and addiction she faced. We get real in this episode, and touch on some painful topics: Feeling normal after an addiction takes time. Do not be discouraged if sobriety is challenging at first. Jenny talks about the dangers of fentanyl. Sober living is not boring!...

Get up! Seriously, you may find it hard to sit down while listening to this episode, because Pastor Kimberly Jones knows how to motivate.   Welcome back! Today, this wordsmith, pastor, mother, speaker and author, better known as Real Talk Kim, is here to share her story with our listeners. We could further hype up Kim in our own words, but we think her endless supply of quotables is perfect for setting the stage for this podcast: “Thieves don’t rob empty vaults.” - If people are trying to...

Vulnerability means so much more when you’re really pushing yourself, according to Nick Connor, founder of the Academy of Maximized Potential (AMP). As he puts it, we need to live compassionate lives… but we also need compression to keep pushing ourselves forward; You need to be vulnerable before you allow yourself to really grow.    In this podcast, Nick joins Kelly to talk about how to maximize your potential, and what he’s learned from his own journey. Big takeaways include: Nick is humble...

When Rob Mallan was incarcerated for 18 months, he came to a strange realization; behind bars, he felt more free than he did in the outside world. After some soul searching, Rob discovered that he had created his own prison in attempt to cope with the bad things in his life. But, he reasoned, if my mindset can get me in here, it can also get me out.   Welcome back! This week, Kelly is joined by the relentlessly quotable Rob Mallan, author, speaker, and host of the Talk That Transforms...

Katie Wood ran the 2018 Boston Marathon in a monsoon. Rather than bail out, she decided to run straight through in the most difficult of circumstances. It's kind of her thing. In college, she muscled her way off the bench of her Women's Basketball team and became her team captain... and she earned a scholarship. When she met her future husband for the first time, she told him that she knew they would be married. Katie's motivation and decisiveness is matched only by her desire to help others,...

Jen Gottlieb lives her life in the pocket. "In the pocket" is how this author and influencer defines being her best, happiest self, and in this episode, we are going to talk about how she does it. Welcome back! With her new book on the horizon, Jen joins Kelly to talk about being seen (also the name of her book, check out the description below to get your copy!) and the joy that can only be found by becoming Harder Than Life. Big takeaways: Jen tells the story of how she thought she'd...

On the cusp of Impact Effect '23, we are joined by the maestro behind the event, Jim Morris, for a special discussion all about the Art of Gathering. If you haven't bought a ticket yet, there is still time before tomorrow! Register here: https://impacteffect23.com/buy-ticket/   Jim started throwing events professionally three years ago and he hasn't looked back. As a businessman, father, speaker and thought leader who just celebrated one year of sobriety, Jim is here to talk about Impact...

Tim Storey wants to be a billboard for a better life. After a lifetime of achievement as an author, speaker and coach, and working with celebrities such as Quincy Jones, it's safe to say he makes for a compelling ad.   So, this week, Tim joins us to share stories from his long career (Did you know Quincy Jones kicked Tim out of his house?!), talk about growing up as the youngest child in a large family in Compton, and share how he defines Harder Than Life. Nuggets include: Human beings vs...

This week, Dr. Tyler Panzner is our guest and Kelly Siegel is his guinea pig. The question this experiment seeks to answer is: how do we optimize Kelly Siegel?   Welcome back! On Harder Than Life, we talk a lot about being a better version of ourselves. According to Tyler, a big part of optimizing ourselves is optimizing our bodies. What we take in and why matters. Tyler has studied pharmacology, cancer, neuroscience, and inflammation, and helps people find actionable answers to the question:...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains detailed accounts of abuse, trauma, and more difficult subject matter. Discretion is advised.   Amberly Lago has had a lot of practice being resilient. A survivor of abuse, accidents, addiction, and more, Amberly has learned to persevere with grace and gratitude through the worst of times. And today, this resilient podcaster, TEDx Speaker, podcaster, and coach tells her story, and shares the wisdom that she’s used to become Harder Than Life. Major...

Personal growth is a lot like boxing. The only way to learn is by getting punched in the face. Fortunately, today’s guest is not afraid to take a hit.   Welcome back! In this episode, Kelly is joined by David Scott, CEO of Scott Growth Strategies. Dave is a father, a businessman, and someone who believes in living clean and lean. He stays sharp with boxing and today he steps into the ring with Kelly to dive deep into self-awareness, self-control, dating and relationships, and a whole lot...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains detailed accounts of suicidal ideation & attempted suicide. Discretion is advised.    Hardship found Stephen Scoggins when he was only nine. In the midst of a chaotic home life, young Stephen was forced to step up for the sake of his family. If you are here, you probably know about Stephen Scoggins’ incredible story - from starting his first business in the trash pile at a construction site to becoming the podcaster and motivator he is today, it’s...

How strong is Chris Lambert’s faith? In college, he converted his drug dealer to Christianity, and then kicked the habit. This week, we get to know Chris, the CEO of Life Remodeled and author of Next Level Nonprofit. Chris' wild story has taken him from Africa to Australia, from university to seminary school, and now, he helps non-profits win in Detroit. Chris is a husband, father, and a man who has dedicated himself to giving back to his community. In this packed episode, he and Kelly dive...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains detailed accounts of suicidal ideation & attempted suicide. Discretion is advised.   Dan Martell is an angel investor, the man behind three successful software companies, and a philanthropist who dedicates his time to helping at-risk youth, a husband, and a father of two.   Despite how easy he makes it look, Dan’s life has been anything but. From struggling with substance abuse to getting arrested after a police chase, Dan has had to fight demons to...

Authenticity took Brandon Adams from small-town beginnings in Iowa to television success in Hollywood. This man in black is a two-time Emmy winner, a TV Host, best-selling author, and the founder of Accelerant Media Group. Together with his wife and fellow maverick Samantha, he created Rise and Record, an event in which they help others tell their stories through video. Learn more and sign up for their October 17-19 event: https://www.riseandrecord.com/   But the journey wasn't easy. In 2017,...

When Brandon Burns says he works out every day, he does not mean "most days" or "sometimes." He just gets up and DOES THE WORK every single day. That's the discipline it takes to make it as a keynote speaker, coach, and influencer at 26. Today, he joins Kelly to talk about the mentality behind his success. Highlights include: Brandon is the right hand man of Eric Thomas. Hear how Brandon hustled for the chance to work for his hero. Holding yourself to a high standard vs. giving yourself grace...