The Thought Leader Revolution Podcast | 10x Your Impact, Your Income & Your Influence

“Being brave enough to suck at sales for the next month, two months, three months, six months, year, is what’s gonna have your business go from tragic to magic in the most uncommon of hours.”  Stepping into something new isn’t about instant mastery—it’s about embracing the messy, awkward, and uncomfortable first stages of learning. Growth happens when you push past the safety of what you know, take on challenges that stretch your skills, and keep showing up despite early failures. Progress is built on consistency, courage, and the willingness to look bad before you get good.  This is the power of “being brave enough to suck at something new,” especially when it comes to sales. Whether you’re a coach, consultant, or thought leader, avoiding the discomfort of new skills keeps you stuck on the same plateau. By committing to imperfect action, embracing the “suck,” and building momentum, you can go from struggling to closing deals with confidence and mastery.  Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a

“The prerequisite for bravery is loyalty”  True loyalty isn’t just a feeling—it’s an unshakable commitment to stand beside those you care about, even when it puts you in harm’s way. Loyalty precedes bravery; without it, courage is hollow. When loyalty is your compass, you act not for applause, but because your word and your bond demand it.  Salman Sima embodies this truth. Having endured arrest, torture, and exile for defending friends and freedom in Iran, he’s never stopped fighting for liberty—whether on the streets of Tehran, in front of the UN, or here in Canada. His story shows that loyalty isn’t situational; it’s a lifelong vow.  Salman Sima is an Iranian-Canadian human rights activist and former political prisoner. A survivor of solitary confinement and brutal torture, he continues to lead campaigns against the Iranian regime, advocate for political unity, and speak globally on the price—and necessity—of freedom. Learn more & connect: @realsalmansima Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.co

“In your business, you are inside the bottle. That’s why you can’t read the label.”  Getting out of “unflow” starts with one critical shift: stop trying to do it all alone. The path from stuck to success isn’t paved with solo hustle—it’s built with belief, encouragement, and community. You can’t read the label from inside the bottle, which is why getting help from people who see your blind spots is the key to making smart moves in your business and your life. The people around you determine how fast and far you go. This Nugget drops wisdom from Mark von Musser and a reminder that the “people game” is the only game that matters. When you surround yourself with aligned encouragers—those who call out your blind spots, believe in your mission, and challenge your growth—you unlock momentum and move with power. Flow requires fuel, and that fuel is other people. Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level. 

“The thrill can last forever, it just needs a little help.”  Most couples aren’t struggling because of lack of love—they’re struggling because of unmet expectations, unspoken wounds, and the myth that good relationships should feel effortless. The truth is: thrill fades unless you create it. Passion, connection, and great sex don’t disappear over time—they disappear when you stop doing the things that made them possible.  Dr. Fraser breaks down why suffering in love isn’t caused by what happens to us—but by how we resist it. Drawing on Buddhist psychology, real-world sex therapy, and her trademark no-BS style, she shares how to reignite thrill, deepen intimacy, and recover sensuality—even after decades of distance. She’s bold, brilliant, and brutally honest.  Dr. Cheryl Fraser is a psychologist, sex therapist, and author of Buddha’s Bedroom. She leads immersive programs for couples and teaches the passion triangle: intimacy, thrill, and sensuality.  Expert action steps:  1. Reignite Thrill: Surprise

“I’ve never felt so much love, so much faith, so much belief for me as a human being.”  The fastest way to grow is to surround yourself with people who believe in your potential. A powerful peer group raises your standards, stretches your vision, and holds you accountable to your greatness. True transformation doesn’t happen in isolation—it’s forged in connection, challenge, and commitment.  Speaking at the Transformational Leadership Council pushed every button. Fear, faith, and full expression collided in a room of the world’s most elite transformational leaders. Sharing my wisdom wasn’t the hard part—trusting I belonged in the room was. And when I did, I walked out with not just new insights but new allies.  Jack Canfield’s TLC is more than a council—it’s a calibration point for what’s possible. Being there reminded me why community is everything. If you want to go fast, go alone. But if you want to go far—and live a life that matters—you go with others. And that’s the business model I’m building ev

“When you have a team that talks to only people who can buy, usually their close rate increases 80 to 100%. And then the back end, you’re able to kind of feed that data back into your marketing… 28% on average reduction over the course of 90 to 120 days in your lead cost.”  Wasting time on calls with buyers who can’t buy isn’t just bad for business—it’s demoralizing. But what if you could know exactly who’s qualified before they ever hit your calendar? And what if that same process made things better for your buyers, too?  SimpleCheck lets you pre-qualify leads using soft credit data, so your sales team only talks to people who can afford to say yes—while everyone else gets routed to free content or lower-commitment offers that match their needs. Buyers avoid the shame of overreaching or being pitched things they can’t afford. Sellers get higher close rates and lower ad costs. Everyone wins.  Hunter Hensley is the co-founder of SimpleCheck, a tech platform that brings transparency and empathy to the sa

“You will grow more by helping the people in your tribe.”  Confidence doesn’t begin with how others see you—it begins with how you decide to see yourself. Insecurity, fear, and self-doubt may be part of the human experience, but they don’t have to define your leadership. The path to powerful presence starts with internal clarity: vision, values, and daily actions that reflect who you really are.  Jaclyn Strominger built her leadership style from a painful, personal origin—years of feeling “painfully insecure” and overlooked. But instead of folding, she turned inward, found her voice, and teaches others to lead with heart and mission. Her energy, she says, is now her superpower. “The vibe attracts your tribe.”  Jaclyn Strominger is a leadership coach, speaker, and co-author of Charting True North, a workbook to help leaders clarify vision and purpose. She works with companies between 5 and 50 employees, guiding them to lead with purpose, emotional intelligence, and contagious confidence.  Expert actio

“I thought I needed them more than they needed me and what turned out that I learned very very quickly is the opposite is true. They actually need us, the real estate investor, to borrow that money more than we need them.”  Private lending isn’t a mystery—it’s a strategy. When traditional banks slam their doors shut, savvy entrepreneurs don’t whine… they pivot. By learning how to attract and manage private capital, you shift from being at the mercy of gatekeepers to becoming your own underwriter. This episode breaks down exactly how everyday investors can raise private money ethically, safely, and with integrity—without begging or pitching a single deal.  Jay Conner shares how he raised over $2 million in just 90 days from people who had never even heard of private money before. “You don’t need a credit score. You don’t need a bank’s approval. You need a teacher’s mindset and a rock-solid program.” Conner breaks down his referral method, his “good news” script, and why trust, not desperation, fuels every

“You gotta connect with somebody before you can convert somebody." Building a thriving business isn’t about chasing the next shiny tactic—it’s about engineering a system that connects, converts, and compounds. That starts with a clear vision: what you want, what you don’t want, who you are, and what you stand for. Without clarity, you’re building by accident. With it, you’re building by design. Add in lead machines, education-based conversion events, and the right branding, and you’ve got a scalable, sustainable engine that works even when you’re not. Dan Kuschell brings decades of entrepreneurial insight into play, mapping out the five pillars of business growth: vision and growth plan, connection campaigns, lead machines, conversion events, and going deep. He shares the “10 Cent Trust Trigger” and explains how to build visibility, trust, and leads on a shoestring budget—without burning out or burning cash. It’s strategy over hustle, architecture over guesswork.  Dan is a business growth specialist, f

“Our strength is our freedom, and out of that freedom comes diversity, not the other way around.”  Freedom means being able to live by your values without being punished for them. It takes courage to speak up, strength to stand your ground, and the willingness to protect other people’s rights—even when you don’t agree with them. Real leadership doesn’t shut people down. It listens, takes responsibility, and uses power carefully. A free country doesn’t force everyone to think the same. It respects honest questions, pushes back against political spin, and trusts people to make their own choices.  Candice Bergen shares stories from her time in politics—what it was like during the trucker protests, how COVID-19 policy sowed division, and why the Emergencies Act was a turning point. She also opens up about the strategic decisions behind the 2025 election, the rise of podcasting in political outreach, and her belief in standing firm, even when unpopular.  Candice Bergen is the former leader of His Majesty’s

“You can be extremely productive and have very little stress in your life. And a lot of people have done that to their surprise… boom, it’s like an explosion of productivity.”  When stress hijacks your clarity, your brain becomes the worst kind of news outlet—one that feeds you a distorted, fear-driven narrative. This episode breaks down why emotions like anger and anxiety aren’t triggered by the events themselves, but by invisible mental filters convincing you that you’re under attack. These same filters—blame, harm, and wrongdoing—can torpedo decision-making, damage relationships, and sabotage leadership if left unexamined.  Dr. Mort Orman shares the system he developed after decades of personal struggle and medical practice: a repeatable method for dismantling emotional triggers and regaining control. From navigating corporate stress to dealing with bureaucratic injustice, he explains how to transform emotional reactions into powerful clarity by reframing your internal narratives.  Dr. Mort Orman is

“Success is a gift for the committed, not the convenient. It’s going to require commitment… but if you do, you’re going to be walking and soaring in areas that very few people do.”  The difference between struggling entrepreneurs and seven-figure earners isn’t luck—it’s beliefs, traits, and relentless execution. Hitting that Black Belt level means mastering your mindset, developing skill stacks with precision, and surrounding yourself with a peer group that demands your greatness. This episode dives deep into the psychology of high performers and why “just doing the work” isn’t enough if you’re stuck with the wrong internal code.  Marc shares powerful insights from working alongside Tony Robbins and high-level performers. From dissecting belief systems to analyzing how incongruence kills sales, he unpacks how small shifts in identity and behaviour produce massive leaps in income. And yes, he calls out the “yeah, but” crowd.  Marc Von Musser is a peak performance coach and sales expert who has worked wi

“What would a man do for his family, for his daughter? What would a woman, what would a mom do for her family? Whatever it takes.”    Conviction is the force multiplier of any mission. When you go all in—mentally, physically, emotionally—you tap into a realm of capability that transcends skill and strategy. This episode is a masterclass in how obsession, truth, and alignment create virality—not only in marketing but in purpose. From breaking generational patterns to refusing mediocrity in business and family, it’s a call to arms for those ready to serve something bigger than themselves.    Marc shares the raw story of teaching his daughter to run—not out of sport, but survival. Facing bullying, shame, and a father’s rage, he chose the path of all-in commitment. That obsession led him to Olympic coaches and transformed not just his daughter’s confidence, but his own performance. He outlines the “ABCs of Going Viral”: Advocate, Be Authentic, Be Bold, and be in a Community. He stresses that the message—your

“To change your future, you’ve got to sit down and do something that’s going to terrify you a little bit.”  Success rarely begins with certainty—it often starts with confusion, discomfort, and a stubborn refusal to settle. This episode unpacks the messy, glorious reality of becoming a world-class writer: ignoring conventional advice, doing hard things every day, and trusting your instincts even when no one else does. The key? Start small, stay grateful, and keep swinging.  Martin Dugard, the co-author behind the iconic Killing series, shares how rejection, corporate drudgery, and a surprise trip to Madagascar launched his storied career. With humor and humility, he recounts how belief, persistence, and a partner’s unwavering support turned a hobby into a 19-time New York Times bestselling journey.  Martin Dugard is a historian, adventure writer, and the author of Taking Midway, Farther Than Any Man, and numerous bestsellers with Bill O’Reilly. He’s also a high school running coach and one of the most e

"Don’t follow the crowd, let the crowd follow you.”  Standing out as a top-tier podcast guest is more than just showing up—it’s about showing up prepared. This episode breaks down the essential tools and strategies you need to not only get booked, but to deliver high-impact, professional interviews that grow your influence. From equipment to energy to storytelling, there’s a formula for positioning yourself as a credible, magnetic presence on any show.    The episode includes insights on simple upgrades that make a big difference, like the $150 vlogger kit that puts you ahead of 90% of guests. You’ll also hear a rapid-fire cheat sheet for success: from using sixth-grade language, to wearing vibrant colors, to storytelling that sells. Think of it as a tactical checklist for next-level guesting.    Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level. 

“Iran is one of the most ancient, ongoing nation-states in the history of the world.”  When you understand history, you realize tyranny doesn’t last—but it doesn’t fall on its own. This episode breaks down why Iran’s liberation is not just a regional concern, but a global priority for anyone who values freedom. The fall of the Islamic Republic could usher in a new democratic renaissance, with Iran reclaiming its status as a cultural and political leader of the Middle East—and a friend to the West.  Nicky and Wayne Allyn Root are co-authors of two bestselling books, and they’ve built a partnership rooted in love for Western freedoms. This conversation was sparked by escalating tensions in Iran and Israel, and their shared conviction that the fall of Iran’s tyrannical regime could be a turning point for the world. Both bring urgency to a message that freedom-loving people need to hear. Nicky separates the regime from the people, highlighting Iran’s deep cultural legacy, the courage of its citizens, the pat

“I’m asking you, my listener to pray for the people of Iran to pray that they can overthrow the shackles of the Islamic Republic and that Iran can once again be free.”  Freedom isn’t given — it’s seized by the hearts that refuse to submit to tyranny. This episode delivers a deeply personal call to action for Iranians and freedom-loving people worldwide. Drawing from personal experience, Nicky reflects on the grief of cultural loss, and the ongoing brutality inflicted by tyranny. The message is clear: the time to rise is now. Pray for the people of Iran, support the movement for freedom, and recognize this historical moment as the divine opportunity it is.  Long live Iran. Long live freedom. And may the sacrifices of the brave not be in vain.  Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level. 

“The ultimate solution is the choices we make in our lives. ...we have started relying on healthcare as our solution for health, and it really isn’t.”  Most health strategies stop at prevention—but the real game begins when you optimize. This episode dives into how high-performing professionals can maintain energy, muscle, and mental clarity well into their 50s and beyond. From blood work to stress management, the path to longevity requires precision, not punishment—and it starts with ditching the outdated “grind harder” mindset.  Zane Griggs shares how experimenting with everything from veganism to fasting led him to a science-based, personalized health protocol for midlife men. He breaks down why chainsaws don’t work when a chisel is needed, how metabolic health can make or break your performance, and why trusting conventional advice could cost you years of vitality.  Zane Griggs is a health coach, author of Kickin’ Ass After 50, and co-author with Dr. Ken Berry. He’s spent over 25 years helping prof

“That host could be the connection, the relationship that could transform your life.”  There’s a hidden growth channel sitting in plain sight—and it’s not Facebook ads, Instagram funnels, or paid masterminds. It’s showing up on 3 to 5 podcasts a week and using those conversations to build real relationships with hosts who can open doors, cut checks, and transform your reach.  In this Thought Leader Nugget, you’ll hear how every podcast appearance is more than audience exposure—it’s a direct route to new clients, new stages, and even collaborations. Learn why focusing on hosts—not just listeners—is the real move, and how 150–250 interviews a year can unlock an additional six figures or more for your business.  If you want a repeatable, relationship-based strategy that feels aligned and lucrative, this is it. Stop chasing funnels. Start getting booked—and getting paid.  Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level. 

“Double your income in less time—some people go, You can’t do that’, because they aren’t open to a possibility. It’s not only possible. It’s actually a better way to do it---Get better.”  Generating 6–8 figures isn’t just about hustle—it’s about who you become in the process. This mastermind breaks down how to set bold, emotionally charged goals, install beliefs that support high performance, and commit to daily actions that align with your biggest vision.  Marc Von Musser explains how to build a $10M business with clarity, energy, and purpose. He shares how to overcome limiting beliefs, protect your dreams, and focus on $20K/hour activities that drive results.  Marc Von Musser is a peak performance coach and strategist with deep experience in scaling businesses to multi-million dollar success through mindset, mission, and structure.  Expert action steps:  1. Set a Big, Bold Goal  Pick one goal that excites and scares you. If it doesn’t fire you up, it’s not big enough.  2. Upgrade Your Belief