The Greatness Machine Darius Mirshahzadeh

How can you overcome resistance to change?

Overcoming resistance is often a key factor in achieving greatness, whether that means excelling in your career, creating a work of art, or achieving a personal goal. Resistance can take many forms, such as self-doubt, fear of failure, or a lack of motivation. However, by recognizing and overcoming these obstacles, you can tap into your full potential and create something truly great.

One of the keys to overcoming resistance is to develop a growth mindset. This means embracing challenges and setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth, rather than as indications of failure. It also means focusing on the process of creating, rather than solely on the outcome. By shifting your perspective in this way, you can take on challenges with greater resilience and creativity, and view obstacles as opportunities to learn and improve.

Today, I am flying solo to talk about my experience joining the J Robinson Intensive Wrestling Camps and how that experience made me learn the importance of overcoming resistance.

In this episode, I will take a look back at the moment I heard true resistance for the very first time and how I learned the benefits of quieting our monkey minds.

Topics include:

What I experienced joining the J Robinson Intensive Wrestling Camps

The first time I heard true resistance

What I learned from J Robinson about resistance

Quieting the monkey mind to overcome resistance

And other topics…


Resources mentioned:
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield: https://stevenpressfield.com/books/the-war-of-art/ 

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How can you go from just being a leader to being a truly inspirational leader?

To transition from merely being a leader to one who truly inspires, it is necessary to understand the dynamics of influence and impact.

Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, a luminary in the realm of leadership and executive coaching, discusses key principles that can facilitate this transformation. It starts with recognizing the power of intentionality in communication and decision-making. Inspirational leaders, as Marshall highlights, pause to consider whether their actions align with the goal of making a positive difference.

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Marshall to delve into the nuances of effective leadership. Through insightful anecdotes and practical wisdom, Marshall elucidates the importance of making a positive difference, fostering trust, and embracing self-awareness on the journey toward greatness in leadership.

Topics include:

Influencing decisions through understanding and addressing the needs of others

Making positive difference rather than proving oneself right

The crucial role of honoring other people’s perspectives

Embracing the uncertainties in business and being open to other possibilities

Being ready to adapt and willing to acknowledge mistakes

Being cautious about out-of-hours emails or messages

The importance of purposeful communication

Recognizing and de-stigmatizing self-interest in business

Encouraging long-term planning but understanding the practical challenges

And other topics…


Connect with Marshall:
Website: https://marshallgoldsmith.com/
Website: https://marshallgoldsmith.ai/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshallgoldsmith
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachgoldsmith/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachgoldsmith/

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What does it mean to surrender and let go of control?

Letting go and surrendering can be a difficult task, but it is often the only way to truly move forward. It takes courage to relinquish control and accept that sometimes life has its own path for us. 

But with this courage comes great rewards; when we let go of our worries, fears, doubts, and expectations we open ourselves up to new possibilities in life. By surrendering, we are going with the flow of life while working towards our goals. 

Kute Blackson, world-renowned teacher, author, leader, and speaker in the world of personal development, joins us on the Greatness Machine to dive deep into his bestselling book, The Magic of Surrender: Finding the Courage to Let Go.

In this episode, Darius and Kute talk about how people can break free from self-imposed conditions by surrendering and letting go of control. They also discuss how painful experiences and traumas can lead us into finding our purpose in life.

Topics include:

Kute shares what it feels like growing up in a long line of spiritual leaders

Kute looks back coming to the US for the first time to live his calling

How to turn painful experiences into purpose

What it means to surrender and how to do it

Kute shares the story behind writing The Magic of Surrender


Letting go and breaking conditioned patterns

Moving away from ego to seek the truth

And other topics…


Sources mentioned:
Power of One More: https://www.amazon.com/Power-One-More-Ed-Mylett/dp/1119815363

Connect with Kute:
Website: https://kuteblackson.com/ 
Website: https://www.boundlessblissbali.com/ 
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Magic-Surrender-Finding-Courage-Let-ebook/dp/B08LMJ8YQF
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kuteblackson/ 

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Website: https://therealdarius.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/
YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube
Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708
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Why is the loyalty of others such a blessing?

Loyalty can be seen as a gift in the sense that it is something that is given freely, without expecting anything in return. It demonstrates a genuine commitment and a sense of caring for someone or something. It is often a key ingredient in successful personal and professional relationships, as it helps to foster a strong bond and promote stability.

Whether it is demonstrated in personal relationships, communities, or larger social and cultural contexts, one could argue that loyalty is indeed a gift, as it has the power to enrich and enhance the lives of those around us. 

Today, I am flying solo to look back at the things I have learned about loyalty and its value. I will also reveal what happened when I stopped expecting things from other people and how it reframed my mindset.

Topics include:

The gifts that we give to each other

Loyalty as a gift

What I learned from the Burning Man event

What happened when I stopped expecting things from other people

And other topics…


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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/
YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube
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Ever wondered what it takes to balance the adrenaline rush of hurtling down a bobsled track with the discipline of military service, all while aiming for Olympic gold?

Riley Tejcek, a support specialist at Expeditionary Warfare School at the Marine Corps University in Quantico, Virginia, exemplifies resilience, ambition, and unwavering dedication as she navigates the dual worlds of elite athletics and military service. 

While striving to become the first female Marine to compete in the Olympics, Riley navigates the challenges of training, competition, and the relentless pursuit of excellence, all while breaking barriers and shattering stereotypes.

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Riley to talk about her journey as an athlete and a captain in the Marine Corps. This episode will also explore her path to becoming an Olympic hopeful, overcoming self-doubt, and achieving greatness in both sports and military service.

Topics include:

The importance of pushing boundaries, taking risks, and embracing challenges

The most common challenges for athletes pursuing niche sports

Riley provides a concise overview of bobsledding, the intense speeds, and danger

Riley looks back at the adrenaline-filled experience of her first time in a bobsled

The physical toll of bobsledding and the effects of G-Forces on the body

Riley talks about the rigorous selection process to secure a spot on the Olympic team

Riley discusses her unexpected path into the military

Riley reflects on her experience participating in the Miss Military 2023 pageant

The benefits of overcoming self-doubt by taking bold steps

And other topics…


Connect with Riley:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/riley-tejcek-b264902b9 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riley.tejcek/

Connect with Darius:
Website: https://therealdarius.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/
YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube
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Do you ever feel like there’s just not enough time in the day to get everything done?

We all have dreams of working less and making more, but it can seem impractical. Whether it’s getting through our to-do list at work or completing household chores, finding ways to maximize efficiency and productivity can be difficult.

Although it can be challenging, the good news is it’s possible! Working half as much and making twice as much may sound like an impossible feat, but it’s actually not that hard. 

Denise Gosnell, CEO, entrepreneur, strategist, attorney, investor, and the author of the bestselling book The Vacation Effect for Entrepreneurs, joins us on the Greatness Machine to share her secret to running three companies while working on an average of just three days a week. 

In this episode, Darius and Denise talk about workaholicism, the American “grind” culture,” and how it is possible to break free from these mentalities and achieve the freedom mindset. They also discuss how to eliminate the feeling of guilt when pursuing the life you have always dreamed of. 

Topics include:

How Denise became a seven-figure entrepreneur from humble beginnings

What workaholism taught Denise about money, life, and family

How a tragic fire incident changed Denise’s mindset to be truly happy

What working 80 hours a week look like, its benefits, and challenges

What motivated Denise to do a three-day workweek test for 30 days

Evaluating team members based on results versus hours spent

Some of the stumbling blocks Denise experienced around the framework

How to increase productivity and get more done in less time

How Denise spends her “freedom days”

How to overcome the grind culture and workaholic mentality

And other topics…


Connect with Denise:
Website: https://denisegosnell.com/
Website: https://growbysubtraction.com/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell/ 
Book: https://denisegosnell.com/book 

Connect with Darius:
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/
YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube
Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708
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