The Circuit of Success Podcast with Brett Gilliland

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The podcast for success, entrepreneurship, business, mentorship.

  1. 14h ago

    Douglas Noll Reveals the Emotional Intelligence Skills Every Leader Needs

    Join Brett Gilliland on the Circuit of Success Podcast as he sits down with Douglas Noll, nationally recognized peacemaker, mediator, author, and leadership expert. After spending more than 22 years as a successful trial lawyer, Douglas transformed his career to become a full-time peacemaker dedicated to resolving the world’s most difficult and emotionally charged conflicts. Holding a Master’s Degree in Peacemaking and Conflict Studies, he has mediated and arbitrated more than 1,200 cases, including complex construction, real estate, and high-value business disputes involving tens of millions of dollars.   In this powerful conversation, Douglas explains why emotional intelligence is one of the most valuable leadership skills anyone can develop. He shares the neuroscience behind de-escalating conflict, why simply naming emotions can calm the brain, and how leaders can create trust by helping people feel heard. Drawing from his remarkable work training prison inmates, executives, government agencies, and organizations, he reveals practical techniques that improve communication, strengthen relationships, and transform difficult conversations into productive outcomes. Douglas is a nationally recognized author, speaker, and lecturer on advanced peacemaking and mediation. He is a Fellow of the International Academy of Mediators, a Fellow of the American College of Civil Trial Mediators, and serves on numerous national arbitration panels. Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, business owner, parent, or someone striving to improve your communication and emotional intelligence, this episode is filled with actionable insights that can help you become a more effective leader, build stronger relationships, and navigate conflict with confidence.   Watch the Full Episode Here!

    42 min
  2. Jul 6

    Johnny Hilbrant on Going Viral, Building the PE Guy Brand & Making Millions Laugh

    In this episode of the Circuit of Success Podcast, Brett Gilliland sits down with comedian and creator Johnny Hilbrant, the mastermind behind the viral Private Equity Guy (PE Guy) character. Johnny shares his journey from working behind the scenes at The Ellen Show and teaching SoulCycle classes to becoming one of social media’s fastest-growing comedy creators. He opens up about how one satirical character unexpectedly launched a career built on millions of views, brand partnerships, and a loyal online audience.   Known for his sharp, hilarious take on corporate culture, Johnny has built a brand by exaggerating the ego, quirks, and everyday absurdities that often come with professional success. While the PE Guy is rooted in the world of private equity, the humor resonates across every industry because it captures the familiar behaviors, conversations, and personalities that professionals encounter every day. Johnny explains how authentic storytelling, consistency, and a willingness to simply hit record helped transform relatable observations into one of today’s most recognizable comedy brands. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, content creator, business professional, or someone looking to build a personal brand, this conversation is packed with insights on creativity, social media growth, entrepreneurship, and staying authentic in a world chasing viral success. Johnny also shares why making people laugh has always been more important than chasing algorithms, offering valuable lessons on taking risks, embracing opportunities, and creating work that genuinely connects with people.   Watch the Full Episode Here!

    27 min
  3. Jun 22

    MorningCoach® Founder JB Glossinger on Productivity, Focus & High Performance

    In this episode of the Circuit of Success Podcast, Brett Gilliland sits down with JB Glossinger, founder and CEO of MorningCoach®, to explore why the most successful leaders don’t need more motivation—they need a better operating system. For more than 21 years, JB has organically built one of the longest-running daily coaching communities, helping founders, CEOs, and high-performing professionals reduce overwhelm, gain clarity, and consistently execute on what matters most. Holding both an MBA and a PhD in Metaphysics, JB has delivered over 6,000 daily coaching episodes and continues to empower leaders through his proven frameworks for lifestyle mastery and sustainable success. Throughout the conversation, JB shares the philosophy behind his upcoming book, Get It Done Now, and explains how reducing cognitive load and building intentional systems can dramatically improve productivity without leading to burnout. He dives into the power of mission, vision, and values, the Sacred Six Method, the Seven Ps of the Morning, and why consistency always outperforms motivation. Brett and JB also discuss leadership, visualization, delegation, decision fatigue, marathon training, golf analogies, and how successful people create momentum by focusing on structure instead of shortcuts. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, business owner, or someone striving to become more intentional with your time, this episode delivers practical strategies you can apply immediately. Learn how to simplify your planning, say no to distractions, build sustainable habits, and create a leadership rhythm that produces predictable progress. If you’re ready to stop chasing hacks and start building a system that works every day, this conversation with JB Glossinger offers a blueprint for lasting personal and professional growth.   Watch the Full Episode Here!

    37 min
  4. Jun 15

    Amy Lescher on Confidence, High Performance & Becoming Your Strongest Self

    In this episode of the Circuit of Success Podcast, Brett Gilliland sits down with Amy Lescher, fitness and wellness expert, entrepreneur, and the ultimate hype girl for women who are ready to elevate every area of their lives. With more than two decades of experience spanning coaching, nursing, athletics, pharmaceutical sales, and motherhood, Amy has developed a unique approach to helping people unlock their full potential. Based in St. Louis, she has built a reputation for empowering high-achieving women to become stronger, more confident, and more aligned both personally and professionally.   Amy shares her inspiring journey from collegiate athlete to nurse, pharmaceutical sales professional, fitness leader, and entrepreneur. Along the way, she discusses the importance of betting on yourself, embracing uncertainty, and having the courage to pursue a path that aligns with your passion. Her philosophy goes far beyond traditional fitness. By combining strength training, Pilates, mindset development, accountability, and intentional lifestyle design, Amy helps clients create sustainable habits that drive long-term success. Throughout the conversation, she reveals how discipline, consistency, and personal responsibility have shaped both her career and her life. Brett and Amy also dive into topics such as resilience, personal growth, overcoming adversity, parenting, leadership, and navigating major life transitions. Amy’s energetic, no-excuses mindset shines through as she explains why growth requires discomfort and why every challenge presents an opportunity to learn and evolve. Whether you’re looking to improve your health, strengthen your mindset, build better habits, or take the next step toward your biggest goals, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and inspiration to help you raise your standards and fully step into your potential. When she’s not coaching clients or building her brand, Amy enjoys traveling, exploring fashion, spending time with her family, and unwinding with a great Netflix series because she believes true wellness is about both discipline and living well.   Watch the Full Episode Here!

    47 min
  5. Jun 8

    The Ultimate Blueprint for Success with Matt Adams | MLB Champion’s Mindset & Leadership

    In this special live episode of the Circuit of Success at Beyond, Brett Gilliland sits down with former St. Louis Cardinals star and World Series Champion Matt Adams for an inspiring conversation about leadership, mindset, resilience, and the habits that create lasting success. Known to Cardinals fans as “Big City,” Adams shares the lessons that helped him rise from Slippery Rock University to Major League Baseball after being selected by the Cardinals in the 23rd round of the 2009 MLB Draft. His journey proves that success isn’t always about where you start—it’s about the belief, discipline, and determination you bring every day.   Throughout the conversation, Matt discusses the mental side of elite performance, including visualization, meditation, faith, confidence, and overcoming self-doubt. He reflects on his rise through the Cardinals organization, making his MLB debut in 2012, becoming a fan favorite in St. Louis, and learning from legendary teammates like Yadier Molina and Adam Wainwright. Brett and Matt explore the championship habits, leadership principles, and mindset shifts that helped him thrive through both the highs and lows of professional baseball while building a reputation as a dependable teammate and clubhouse leader. Matt also takes listeners behind the scenes of some of the biggest moments of his career, including his unforgettable three-run home run off Clayton Kershaw during the 2014 National League Division Series that helped send the Cardinals past the Los Angeles Dodgers. He shares stories from multiple postseason runs, his appearance in the 2013 World Series, and winning a World Series championship with the Washington Nationals in 2019. With more than 100 career home runs and a reputation for delivering in high-pressure situations, Matt reveals the ultimate blueprint for success both on and off the field. Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, business leader, or someone pursuing personal growth, this episode is packed with practical wisdom on leadership, perseverance, mental toughness, and achieving excellence when it matters most.   Watch the Full Episode Here!

    1h 13m
  6. Jun 1

    The Entrepreneurial Mindset Every Student Needs with Jeff Meade | The Circuit of Success

    In this episode of The Circuit of Success, Brett Gilliland sits down with Jeff Meade, an entrepreneur, education innovator, and venture-based learning advocate who is redefining what higher education can look like. As the Founding Director of Entrepreneurship at Paul Quinn College, Jeff is leading the groundbreaking initiative “Every Quinnite is an Entrepreneur,” a bold program where every student launches and operates a business before graduation. With more than 20 years of experience scaling companies, building nationally recognized marketing programs, and advising businesses, Jeff is proving that entrepreneurship is more than a career path — it’s a life skill. Throughout the conversation, Jeff shares his incredible journey from being the son of Caribbean immigrants to building successful market research and marketing agencies, scaling businesses to multimillion-dollar revenues, and helping brands connect with culture long before it became mainstream. His work has been featured in publications like Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Entrepreneur Magazine. Jeff also opens up about overcoming setbacks, learning from failed acquisition opportunities, staying focused on the “main thing,” and why mentorship and abundance thinking have become central to his mission. Brett and Jeff dive deep into entrepreneurship, leadership, higher education, personal growth, financial literacy, and building a future greater than your past. Jeff explains why today’s students need entrepreneurial thinking regardless of their career path and shares his massive vision to one day create a college funded by student-run and university-owned businesses instead of rising tuition costs. This episode is packed with practical wisdom, inspiring leadership lessons, and a powerful conversation about creating generational impact through entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. To connect with Jeff Meade:  Website and Email   Watch the Full Episode Here!

    39 min
4.8
out of 5
39 Ratings

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