The Insight Interviews - Powered by Rewire

Rewire Inc, Steve Scanlon, Jason Abell
The Insight Interviews - Powered by Rewire

Here’s the deal. You have it in you to grow yourself and your business to even greater heights than you’ve already reached. We’re gathering a collection of some amazingly insightful people to help you do just that. Each week with The Insight Interviews, we’ll unpack the experiences of unique business leaders, high capacity sales professionals and standout thought leaders to explore what they have learned along their road to success in order to open the door to insights you can use to achieve your own. We want to help you see beneath the surface of whatever it is that you call success and into the changes in thinking that make your sustainable and actionable success possible. Your hosts, Jason Abell and Steve Scanlon, have a combined 33,000 hours coaching entrepreneurs, leaders and high performers of all kinds. They have started 9 businesses between them, and during their individual careers have been responsible for billions of dollars of production in the residential mortgage industry. They are each crazy about their wives, their dogs, and sometimes even their kids. If you want to grow by gathering insights from the successes (and failures) of some of the best in business, The Insight Interviews is for you. It’s powered by Rewire. And it’s freaking awesome!

  1. 241 Steve and Jason - Reigniting Growth

    5 DAYS AGO

    241 Steve and Jason - Reigniting Growth

    Are you ready to overcome plateaus and reignite growth in your organization? We uncover key strategies to propel your success, even in the face of roadblocks. Learning how to reflect on past wins and ask powerful questions can reignite momentum during challenges. Discover why seeking support is crucial to overcoming isolation and adversity, and how investing in technology, training, and systems can maximize your growth potential. Finally, explore how adopting an abundant mindset and sacrificing complacency can help you transition from good to great. In this episode Steve and Jason discuss: Address organizational plateaus and strategies for renewed growthExplore growth cycles: ups, downs, stagnation, and recoveryAsk reflective questions to learn from past successes and challengesInvest in technology, training, and systems to propel growthAdopt an abundance mindset to enhance creativity and progress Key Takeaways:  Growth is a journey with inevitable ups, downs, and plateaus, offering opportunities to embrace challenges as natural occurrences and catalysts for progress.Reflecting on past achievements through thoughtful questions uncovers valuable lessons and reignites momentum during difficult times.Building a strong support network becomes vital in overcoming isolation and adversity, emphasizing the importance of collective strength during challenges.Strategic investments in technology, training, and systems during growth phases act as accelerators, unlocking higher levels of success and innovation.Shifting from complacency to an abundant mindset fosters creativity, enabling organizations to transition from stability to greatness by embracing risks and possibilities. “An abundance mindset unlocks a sense of creativity that might not be there otherwise. When you're in growth mode, leaning forward instead of pulling back can open up fun and innovative ways to look at things.”  - Jason Abell Plan vs. Reality Graphic: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uSinY8we_ZEYArVyKMILHr9Odjxz4HnAfTTjpdIYQlk/edit?usp=sharing  Connect with Steve and Jason: LinkedIn: Jason or Steve Website: Rewire, Inc.: Transformed Thinking  Email: grow@rewireinc.com Show notes by: Angelo Paul Tagama Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

    30 min
  2. 240 Thanksgiving Episode

    22 NOV

    240 Thanksgiving Episode

    Welcome to another heartfelt Thanksgiving episode of The Insight Interviews! As we gather to celebrate the season of gratitude, we’re reminded of the power of connection and appreciation, transcending borders and uniting us all. In this special episode, we explore Thanksgiving traditions worldwide, dive into the science behind gratitude, and share personal stories of thankfulness. From self-care and family to mentors and life values, we reflect on the many facets of gratitude that enrich our lives. Join us as we embrace this journey of reflection, connection, and appreciation together. In this episode Jason, Steve & the Guests discuss: Exploring Thanksgiving traditions globally as celebrations of harvest and gratitudeNeuroscience behind gratitude and its impact on positivity and well-beingBenefits of practicing gratitude for mental health and self-careAppreciating family, ancestry, and values through personal storiesImportance of introspection, mentors, and supportive relationships Key Takeaways:  Gratitude, supported by technology, can bridge geographical distances, fostering a sense of connection regardless of physical separation.Thanksgiving traditions worldwide celebrate gratitude for bountiful harvests, uniting diverse cultures in a shared moment of appreciation.Personal reflections on gratitude interweave with the neuroscience of positivity, illustrating how thankfulness can reshape our outlook and enhance well-being.Practicing gratitude enriches self-care routines and amplifies our appreciation for family, ancestry, health, and freedom, deepening our connection to life’s essential elements.Alignment with personal values and the role of mentors, supportive parents, business partners, and introspection as foundational pillars for growth and fulfillment. “As you, Jason, and I do our work here at Rewire, most everything we try to do links to some sort of neuroscientific fact. Gratitude, while certainly emotional, has fascinating neurobiology—what happens in our brains and minds when we’re grateful. For goodness’ sake, the entire field of positive psychology revolves around activating the parasympathetic nervous system. Living a life of gratitude, as we’ve heard, is a life worth living. Every year, we gather remarkable gratitude like a collection, sharing it in the hope it resonates with you, the listener, and helps you find your own gratitude.“ - Steve Scanlon Connect with Steve and Jason: LinkedIn: Jason or Steve Website: Rewire, Inc.: Transformed Thinking  Email: grow@rewireinc.com Show notes by: Angelo Paul Tagama Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

    20 min
  3. 239 Anthony Taylor - The Obstacle Is the Way

    15 NOV

    239 Anthony Taylor - The Obstacle Is the Way

    Anthony Taylor is the CEO and senior strategic planning facilitator at SME Strategy. He holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration with a specialization in marketing and a Certified Associate in Project Management designation. Anthony combines academic expertise with over a decade of hands-on entrepreneurial experience across various industries. As the author of “I Wish I Knew”, he shares key insights for aspiring entrepreneurs. In 2016, he was named a Global Entrepreneurship Week Ambassador for Canada, and SME Strategy earned the Palme Blue for "Microenterprise of the Year" from the French Chamber of Commerce. Anthony also hosts the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, engaging with thought leaders on strategic insights. He is fluent in French and has a personal goal to visit every MLB stadium. In this episode Jason and Anthony discuss: Anthony’s journey in strategic planning and passion for baseballOvercoming an embezzlement incident to pursue purpose-driven consultingCore elements of strategic planning: defining goals, prioritizing actions, and addressing obstaclesImportance of team alignment, challenge identification, and roadmap developmentAdapting strategic plans to changing environments with a focus on goal achievement over rigid paths Key Takeaways:  Strategic planning underscores the importance of a unified vision, which leaders must cultivate to guide teams toward shared goals and success.Conversations that allow participants to shape their own strategies foster accountability and personal growth, making team alignment more effective.Flexibility through iterative strategic planning is essential for adapting to a changing global landscape and taking advantage of emerging opportunities.The ultimate focus lies in helping individuals reach their goals, rather than rigidly adhering to initial plans, encouraging responsiveness to real-time needs.Integrating behavioral science into strategic planning can enhance outcomes, as aligning perspectives and communication supports team cohesion and shared success. “People don’t care about your strategy, your strategic plan, or your priorities—they only want to know what it means to them and how they can succeed. If you’re leading an organization, ask your people: What does winning look like to you? Because when you help others get what they want, that’s when you truly win as a leader.”- Anthony Taylor Connect with Anthony Taylor: Website: https://www.smestrategy.net/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/  Connect with Steve and Jason: LinkedIn: Jason or Steve Website: Rewire, Inc.: Transformed Thinking  Email: grow@rewireinc.com Show notes by: Angelo Paul Tagama Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

    35 min
  4. 238 Phillip Swan - What Future Am I Solving For?

    8 NOV

    238 Phillip Swan - What Future Am I Solving For?

    Phillip Swan is the Managing Partner at Pi Partners, CRO at LingoAid, and Chief Product Officer of The AI Solution Group, where he specializes in crafting customer-centric go-to-market strategies. With a focus on aligning marketing, sales, product, and operations, Phillip helps create seamless customer experiences throughout the entire journey. At Pi Partners, a GTM Advisory firm known for its innovative solutions, he leads the charge in driving customer engagement and business growth. Passionate about sharing insights, Phillip uses various platforms to inspire and empower businesses to innovate and grow. In this episode, Jason and Phillip discuss: Importance of responsible AI development and minimizing hallucinationsLeveraging AI tools as productivity aids with a focus on critical thinkingA comprehensive approach to responsible AI adoption and customer alignmentAI's role in enhancing cybersecurity and protecting against bad actorsCustomer-centric approach in AI through interviews and testing to address pain points Key Takeaways:  Responsible AI development is rooted in a deep understanding of customer needs, achieved through dedicated interviews and testing, ensuring solutions align with actual pain points.AI can be a powerful productivity tool, yet it demands critical thinking; outputs should be evaluated rather than accepted at face value, with original content never misrepresented as one's own.The convergence of AI and cybersecurity highlights AI's role in fortifying data protection, offering robust defenses against malicious actors in an evolving threat landscape.Embracing a holistic AI adoption strategy, including readiness assessments and collaborative workshops, supports seamless integration and alignment with organizational goals.A commitment to responsible AI entails a focus on regulatory compliance, environmental impact, and minimizing hallucinations, reinforcing AI's positive influence on society and the planet. “To truly serve your customer, you’ve got to 'grok' them—immerse yourself in a 360-degree view of their world. It’s about understanding every pain point, every motivation, and it only comes from constant interviewing and testing. This goes beyond surface-level insights; it’s about making your customer the heartbeat of every department, every decision. Only then will they feel heard, and only then will you earn their loyalty.”  - Phillip Swan Connect with Phillip Swan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-swan/  Email: phillip@theaisolutiongroup.com  Connect with Steve and Jason: LinkedIn: Jason or Steve Website: Rewire, Inc.: Transformed Thinking  Email: grow@rewireinc.com Show notes by: Angelo Paul Tagama Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

    36 min
  5. 237 Dennis Franczak - Yourself. Your Work. Your Legacy.

    1 NOV

    237 Dennis Franczak - Yourself. Your Work. Your Legacy.

    Dennis Franczak, Founder and Partner of Bright Matter Advisors, is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive advisor with a deep passion for meaningful impact and legacy. With over two decades of experience, Dennis has navigated the complex landscapes of advertising and business strategy, establishing himself as a thought leader in both fields. As the founder and former CEO of a highly successful advertising agency, he possesses extensive knowledge of the latest trends in advertising and brand strategy. Today, Dennis dedicates his expertise to CEO and executive advisory, helping leaders scale their businesses, optimize sales processes, and determine the right times to buy or sell their enterprises. After experiencing burnout post-COVID and realizing the detrimental effects of maintaining a façade of the "perfect CEO," he took a six-month sabbatical to reconnect with his core values through therapy and self-reflection, gaining unique insights into challenges like loneliness, isolation, and the struggle for authenticity in leadership. In this episode, Jason and Dennis discuss: Overcoming burnout and isolation to rediscover core values and purposeRecognizing work-life imbalance warning signs and breaking pointsAligning personal values with professional ambitions to leave a lasting legacyImportance of mentorship, wellness, and leadership development for personal growthUsing passion projects like podcasting and global initiatives to create a positive impact Key Takeaways:  Personal struggles, including burnout and isolation, revealed warning signs that led to personal growth and self-awareness as a CEO and entrepreneur.Therapy, wellness practices, spirituality, and leadership development were crucial in rediscovering balance and purpose, enabling a focus on both well-being and leaving a lasting legacy.The tragic loss of a mentor sparked deep self-reflection and motivated a pursuit of positive change in life and leadership.Aligning personal values with professional ambitions strategically built trust and fostered self-reflection to create a meaningful and lasting legacy.Passion projects like podcasting, public speaking, music initiatives, and mentoring others became vehicles for transforming personal struggles into impactful, legacy-driven activities. “I'm basically living my legacy because, with Bright Matter Advisors, I'm using my experience, my flaws, and my weaknesses that I have tried to work through, but continue to work on every day, always to help other people so they don’t experience what happened to me. And that’s really what gives me purpose everyday—doing things with impact.”  - Dennis Franczak Connect with Dennis Franczak: Website: https://brightmatteradvisors.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dfranczak/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamsimplydennis/  Connect with Steve and Jason: LinkedIn: Jason or Steve Website: Rewire, Inc.: Transformed Thinking  Email: grow@rewireinc.com Show notes by: Angelo Paul Tagama Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

    31 min
  6. 236 Brian Will - Always Another Step Forward

    25 OCT

    236 Brian Will - Always Another Step Forward

    Brian Will is a serial entrepreneur, a two-time Wall Street Journal bestselling author, a TEDx speaker, and a leading consultant in business and sales management. Throughout his dynamic career, he has had the privilege of founding or co-founding ten companies across four distinct industries, with valuations soaring over half a billion dollars at their height. His journey has been marked by spearheading turnarounds for diverse companies, from startups to Fortune 500 firms, guiding them to generate billions in sales. In this episode Jason and Brian discuss: Journey from high school dropout to bestselling author and business consultantStrategies for negotiation, sales, delegation, and optimizing operationsImportance of data-driven approaches and effective coaching in business successOpportunities for wealth creation and the impact of AI on entrepreneurshipEmbracing gratitude and overcoming hardships in life and business Key Takeaways:  Mastering negotiation and sales tactics is crucial for achieving better business outcomes and driving success in various ventures.The strategic delegation of tasks, operational optimization, and positioning a company for acquisition can significantly increase wealth through successful exits.A positive mindset, coupled with the right training and coaching, can unlock tremendous wealth-building opportunities in today's data-driven business environment.Businesses need tailored consulting, whether focused on mindset, technical, or tactical challenges, to address specific obstacles and foster growth effectively.Leveraging AI technologies like ChatGPT enables entrepreneurs to automate tasks, while effective coaching can transform leadership mindsets and align actions with desired results. “The more negative the world gets, the less people feel like they have the opportunity to succeed, and the better chance there is for you to succeed because you have less competition. If you get your head right, your mind right, you get the right training, the right coaching, the right consulting, you do the right things, you can do anything you want to do, and there's less competition because of the very thing you talked about, which is that negative mindset that's floating around the world.”  - Brian Will Connect with Brian Will: Website: https://brianwillmedia.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-will-07823b6/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedropoutmm/  Brian’s BOOKS: https://brianwillmedia.com/books-new/  Connect with Steve and Jason: LinkedIn: Jason or Steve Website: Rewire, Inc.: Transformed Thinking  Email: grow@rewireinc.com Show notes by: Angelo Paul Tagama Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

    37 min
  7. 235 Kamila Gornia - Heart Behind Hustle

    18 OCT

    235 Kamila Gornia - Heart Behind Hustle

    Kamila Gornia is the founder of Heart Behind Hustle® and Evergreen Icon. She has been supporting online coaches & course creators with marketing and sales for the last decade. She helps her clients scale by creating an evergreen, scalable, and recurring business foundation so they can get sales without the need for sales calls, social selling in the DMs, or posting daily on social media - allowing them to create true sustainability and freedom in their business. To date, her advice has helped over 25,000 entrepreneurs which has resulted in over $2M+ in revenue. In this episode, Jason and Kamila discuss: Overcome language barriers while building a successful business as an immigrantLeverage online communities and content creation for entrepreneurial growthBalance family life, boundaries, and priorities as a serial entrepreneurEmbrace AI as a tool for creativity and innovation in businessFoster an abundance mindset to enhance effortless selling and impact Key Takeaways:  The power of resilience is evident, showing how having a supportive partner helps entrepreneurs navigate the ups and downs of business, fostering long-term success.A strategic focus on niche marketing, leveraging relationships, SEO, and volunteer networks, demonstrates how entrepreneurs can effectively position themselves in specialized markets.A shift from blogging and social media to coaching reveals the importance of adaptability, underscoring how entrepreneurs can pivot and grow their businesses through multiple channels.AI and paid advertising emerge as valuable tools for enhancing creativity and streamlining processes, offering immediate feedback while avoiding the inefficiencies of vague social media efforts.Setting boundaries based on priorities and life seasons helps maintain work-life balance, while a clear, abundance-driven mindset is key to fostering confidence and effortless selling. “I am a really big fan of paid advertising. If the person has even a small budget, I always recommend going with ads because it just accelerates everything.”  - Kamila Gornia Connect with Kamila Gornia: Website: https://heartbehindhustle.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kgornia/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartbehindhustle/  Connect with Steve and Jason: LinkedIn: Jason or Steve Website: Rewire, Inc.: Transformed Thinking  Email: grow@rewireinc.com Show notes by Angelo Paul Tagama Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

    42 min
  8. 234 Emma Donovan - Finding Joy in the Ordinary

    11 OCT

    234 Emma Donovan - Finding Joy in the Ordinary

    Emma Donovan is a seasoned entrepreneur with 15+ years of experience in brand strategy and professional profiling. As co-founder of Dapper, she excels in creating innovative products and collaborating with brilliant minds. Emma’s superpower lies in injecting enthusiasm and vibrancy into any situation. Currently, Emma’s focus is on sustainable ways to approach personal brand development for entrepreneurs and leadership teams, in a way that’s authentic and creates space to build their brands with intention. In this episode, Steve and Emma discuss: Evolving personal branding through cultural experiencesOvercoming fear of self-promotion with a learning mindsetBuilding confidence and tackling imposter syndromeManaging work-life balance with energy and "white space"Energizing in-person connections for authenticity and growth Key Takeaways:  Personal branding evolves continuously, adapting to new experiences and shifting goals, allowing individuals to stay relevant and authentic over time.Building authentic relationships across cultures and time zones fosters personal growth and aligns with core values, creating deeper connections in both personal and professional contexts.Tackling imposter syndrome is essential for empowering individuals to confidently share their stories, which helps them shine and excel without self-doubt holding them back.Injecting fun and balance into work through energy management, creating "white space" in calendars, and intentional scheduling help prevent burnout and foster a more fulfilling, sustainable work-life experience.A structured, introspective process helps individuals reshape their personal narratives, embrace their freedom of choice, and build authentic, purpose-driven brands. “My personal values are freedom, vitality, and connection. And I think my personality and what I value, like authentic human connection, is everything. So, something we are working on is launching retreats because I feel immersing people in this way of thinking, being, and building a strong, authentic brand takes what we offer to a whole new level. When I talk about this, my energy rises because it’s all about future opportunities—ways to evolve what we do to serve our clients better and build a bigger community of empowered, confident people who embrace finding joy.”  - Emma Donovan Connect with Emma Donovan: Website: https://becomedapper.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmadonovan-dapper/  Connect with Steve and Jason: LinkedIn: Jason or Steve Website: Rewire, Inc.: Transformed Thinking  Email: grow@rewireinc.com Show notes by Angelo Paul Tagama Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

    35 min

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Here’s the deal. You have it in you to grow yourself and your business to even greater heights than you’ve already reached. We’re gathering a collection of some amazingly insightful people to help you do just that. Each week with The Insight Interviews, we’ll unpack the experiences of unique business leaders, high capacity sales professionals and standout thought leaders to explore what they have learned along their road to success in order to open the door to insights you can use to achieve your own. We want to help you see beneath the surface of whatever it is that you call success and into the changes in thinking that make your sustainable and actionable success possible. Your hosts, Jason Abell and Steve Scanlon, have a combined 33,000 hours coaching entrepreneurs, leaders and high performers of all kinds. They have started 9 businesses between them, and during their individual careers have been responsible for billions of dollars of production in the residential mortgage industry. They are each crazy about their wives, their dogs, and sometimes even their kids. If you want to grow by gathering insights from the successes (and failures) of some of the best in business, The Insight Interviews is for you. It’s powered by Rewire. And it’s freaking awesome!

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