Build Your Power

Brennan Hilleary
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Traditional hustle culture leaves millions of people burned out, sick, and completely disconnected from who they are. We’ve been trained to follow every rule and hit every goal, only to end up feeling empty in a life we don't even recognize.  I’m Brennan Hilleary—business owner, speaker, and culture consultant—and I started the Build Your Power podcast to directly challenge this way of living.Drawing from my own experiences, I share raw conversations and solo reflections on what it means to go against the grain of self destructive hustle and grind culture. This goes beyond standard self-improvement. It is a practical guide to self-realization, helping us dismantle outdated narratives and reclaim our power so we can live a life that fits who we are. 

  1. 6d ago ·  Video

    I'm Back After a Year Break - Introducing Build Your Power

    After more than a year away, Brennan returns with a new name, a new direction, and a fresh perspective. In this episode, he shares why he stepped away from podcasting, what led to the rebrand from Circumstantially Successful to Build Your Power, and how his understanding of burnout has evolved. What began as individual coaching has grown into helping organizations build healthier cultures where people can thrive. Brennan also reflects on redefining success, breaking free from hustle culture, becoming completely substance-free, and learning to build a business without sacrificing himself in the process. In This Episode  Why Brennan took a year off from podcasting  The story behind the Build Your Power rebrand  Why burnout is both personal and organizational  Shifting from burnout coaching to culture consulting  Quitting caffeine and becoming completely substance-free  What to expect from the next chapter of the podcastSupport the show Newsletter: Build With Brennan: Weekly insights on company culture, personal development, burnout prevention, and more. My YouTube Channel: Video versions of the podcast Business Website: Culture Consulting, Speaking, Burnout Prevention, and More Other Social Links: LinkedIn, facebook, instagram

  2. 07/05/2025

    Ep 47: Burnout is a Self Worth Issue (SOLO)

    Burnout isn't just about overworking or lacking boundaries—it's deeply connected to our self-worth. When we believe we must earn our worth through achievements and people-pleasing, we create patterns that lead to exhaustion and unfulfillment. • Understanding burnout as a symptom of limiting beliefs about our worth • My personal story of rock bottom: losing my job, relationship, and home • Realizing I was stuck in a cycle because I believed I had to "earn" my worth • The difference between inherent worth and self-worth • Why external success never truly fixes burnout • How to reconnect with your inherent worth by getting clear on what you want • Signs your self-worth is improving (reduced reactivity, inner peace, intuitive connection) • Practical strategies: breathwork, journaling, intentional solitude, and exercise • The crucial question: If you truly trusted your worth, what would you stop tolerating? Daily breath-work (here's a YouTube channel that makes learning breath-work really easy 👉Breathe With Sandy) Support the show Newsletter: Build With Brennan: Weekly insights on company culture, personal development, burnout prevention, and more. My YouTube Channel: Video versions of the podcast Business Website: Culture Consulting, Speaking, Burnout Prevention, and More Other Social Links: LinkedIn, facebook, instagram

  3. 06/17/2025

    Ep 46: Why Discipline Isn’t Enough (And How Devotion Changes Everything)

    Discipline alone can lead to burnout while devotion transforms exhaustion into fulfillment and sustainable success. The journey from living in the back of a supplement store to building a purpose-driven coaching business reveals the critical difference between pushing through tasks and being pulled forward by passion. • Discipline comes from the mind—structured, rigid, obligatory—and stems from "I have to" thinking • Devotion comes from the heart—energizing, fulfilling—and stems from "I get to" thinking • Burnout happens when energy-draining activities consistently outweigh energy-giving ones • Create two columns (should vs. want to) to audit your daily tasks and identify imbalances • Start with small changes to improve your energy ratio rather than attempting dramatic overhauls • Give yourself permission to prioritize joy and fulfillment alongside achievement Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/brennanhilleary/ Send me a message sharing your biggest takeaway from this episode and how you're shifting from discipline to devotion. Support the show Newsletter: Build With Brennan: Weekly insights on company culture, personal development, burnout prevention, and more. My YouTube Channel: Video versions of the podcast Business Website: Culture Consulting, Speaking, Burnout Prevention, and More Other Social Links: LinkedIn, facebook, instagram

  4. 05/27/2025

    Ep 45: Reclaiming Your Identity After Addiction (Featuring RJ Zimmerman)

    RJ Zimmerman shares his transformative journey from self-hatred to self-discovery after overcoming alcohol addiction and facing the dissolution of his marriage. He reveals how confronting his deepest limiting beliefs allowed him to rebuild his relationship with himself and create a more authentic life. • Growing up in Wisconsin's drinking culture where alcohol became his escape from self-criticism • Finding apparent success as a high-voltage line technician, husband, and father while remaining emotionally disconnected • Starting a podcast about sober living that unexpectedly became a powerful tool for self-understanding • Discovering he hated himself so deeply he resented his children for loving him • Learning to challenge his core limiting belief that his existence caused suffering to those he cared about • Reframing negative self-talk by separating actions from identity • Recognizing resentments as clues to where we've abandoned ourselves • Building a coaching practice to help others navigate their own self-discovery journeys RJ Social Media Links RJ'S Podcast - Untapped Keg: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/untapped-keg/id1504026399 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untappedkeg/ Website: https://www.untappedkeg.com/ Support the show Newsletter: Build With Brennan: Weekly insights on company culture, personal development, burnout prevention, and more. My YouTube Channel: Video versions of the podcast Business Website: Culture Consulting, Speaking, Burnout Prevention, and More Other Social Links: LinkedIn, facebook, instagram

  5. 05/19/2025

    Ep 44: Surrendering to Find Your Power (Featuring Ashley Coleman)

    Ashley Paige Coleman shares her transformative journey from spiritual amnesia to becoming a shamanic minister and energy medicine practitioner. Her story reveals how confronting our shadows leads to authentic spiritual awakening and healing. • Born highly sensitive with extrasensory abilities, Ashley struggled with night terrors and feeling misunderstood • Societal conditioning led her to seek external validation and join the "mean girl" crowds in high school • A toxic relationship left her physically ill, symbolizing her spiritual starvation • Modern dance class unexpectedly led her to yoga, which introduced the life-changing concept: "Brahman equals Atman" (you equal God) • Discovered that facing painful emotions rather than resisting them is the key to healing • Going fully into emotions with "masculine containment" (non-judgmental awareness) breaks the cycle of suffering • Meditation and shadow work became essential practices for reconnecting with her authentic self • Recommends making a full commitment by writing, signing and dating a vow to yourself • Now leads the Winged Alchemy Mystery School, helping others access their soul's wisdom • Emphasizes that spiritual awakening isn't about escaping reality but descending into it with awareness Check out the Spiritually Empowered Podcast and access Ashley's free library of classes at the Mystic's Path Temple through the links below: Winged Alchemy Page:  https://wingedalchemy.net/links/ Ashley's IG: https://www.instagram.com/wingedalchemyofficial/ Ashley's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@winged.alchemy?_t=ZT-8wSnXXy3fHa&_r=1 Join the Mystery School Waitlist:  https://wingedalchemy.myflodesk.com/wingedalchemy-mysteryschool Support the show Newsletter: Build With Brennan: Weekly insights on company culture, personal development, burnout prevention, and more. My YouTube Channel: Video versions of the podcast Business Website: Culture Consulting, Speaking, Burnout Prevention, and More Other Social Links: LinkedIn, facebook, instagram

  6. 04/23/2025

    Ep 43: Alignment Is the New Hustle (Featuring Ronnie Megginson)

    What happens when you finally stop forcing success and start surrendering to your purpose? Ronnie Megason's extraordinary journey reveals how alignment can transform your life more powerfully than hustle ever could. From being falsely accused of murder at age 20 to building multiple successful businesses, Ronnie shares how his search for external validation nearly destroyed him - and how discovering his true purpose saved him. Growing up without a father figure, Ronnie sought acceptance from others at the cost of his authentic self, until a series of life-altering events forced him to reconnect with his values and faith. The conversation takes a profound turn as we explore why people-pleasing is actually rooted in fear rather than generosity. "People pleasers are liars," Ronnie admits, reflecting on how he abandoned his own values to gain acceptance from others who ultimately weren't aligned with his purpose. This revelation became clear during what he calls his "isolation season" - a divine period of solitude where God removed everyone who wasn't meant to be part of his journey. Perhaps most powerful is Ronnie's vulnerable sharing about a recent toxic relationship that attacked his businesses, reputation, and peace. Through this painful experience, he experienced a spiritual awakening that strengthened both his faith and resolve. Now preparing to relocate to Atlanta and expand his businesses, Ronnie demonstrates how surrendering to divine guidance creates opportunities that hustling alone never could. Whether you're struggling with people-pleasing, seeking your true purpose, or wondering why nothing seems to be working despite your best efforts, this conversation offers a profound new perspective: alignment is truly the new hustle. Ronnie Megginson's Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kulturevibez/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronnie.megginson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kulturevibez434 Support the show Newsletter: Build With Brennan: Weekly insights on company culture, personal development, burnout prevention, and more. My YouTube Channel: Video versions of the podcast Business Website: Culture Consulting, Speaking, Burnout Prevention, and More Other Social Links: LinkedIn, facebook, instagram

  7. 09/21/2024

    Ep: 42 Transforming Trauma into Triumph - Overcoming Bullying and Chronic Illness (Featuring Hannah Deal)

    What if childhood trauma could become a source of personal strength? On Circumstantially Successful, I talk with Hannah Deal, who shares her powerful story of overcoming bullying, body image struggles, and chronic illnesses like narcolepsy and POTS. Her journey is one of resilience, self-discovery, and the healing power of empathy and community. Hannah’s story highlights how we can shift from feeling like a victim to seeing challenges as opportunities for growth. Whether she’s coaching a high school triathlon team or assisting the Community Investment Collaborative, her life is a testament to the power of kindness and listening. We also explore the difficulties of living with chronic illness, the emotional challenges it brings, and how Hannah found balance between self-improvement and accepting help. She shares tools like subconscious reprogramming and the Dynamic Neural Retraining System that helped her heal emotionally and physically. Tune in to hear Hannah’s inspiring story and gain practical tips on overcoming life’s toughest challenges with perseverance, empathy, and support. Looking to Connect With Hannah? Follow Her On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tri_try_again_/ Support the show Newsletter: Build With Brennan: Weekly insights on company culture, personal development, burnout prevention, and more. My YouTube Channel: Video versions of the podcast Business Website: Culture Consulting, Speaking, Burnout Prevention, and More Other Social Links: LinkedIn, facebook, instagram

  8. 07/09/2024

    Episode 41: 100% Looks Different Everyday (SOLO)

    Episode Description: 100% Looks Different Every Day In this episode, I explored what it means to give your best effort, even when it looks different from day to day. Here’s a breakdown of the episode: Introduction I started with a personal story about how my understanding of "giving 100%" has evolved over time. Defining 100% I examined how society traditionally views 100% effort and discussed why that perspective can be unrealistic and harmful. Personal Stories and Examples I shared my own experiences and how I’ve learned to accept that my best effort varies depending on the day. Factors Influencing 100% I dove into how physical health, mental well-being, and external circumstances impact our daily capacity to give 100%. Practical Tips for Embracing Daily Variations I offered practical tips on self-compassion, setting realistic expectations, reflecting on achievements, and being flexible with plans. Personal Insights and Lessons Learned I shared insights and lessons I’ve learned from recognizing that 100% looks different every day, and how this realization has improved my well-being. Support the show Newsletter: Build With Brennan: Weekly insights on company culture, personal development, burnout prevention, and more. My YouTube Channel: Video versions of the podcast Business Website: Culture Consulting, Speaking, Burnout Prevention, and More Other Social Links: LinkedIn, facebook, instagram

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Traditional hustle culture leaves millions of people burned out, sick, and completely disconnected from who they are. We’ve been trained to follow every rule and hit every goal, only to end up feeling empty in a life we don't even recognize.  I’m Brennan Hilleary—business owner, speaker, and culture consultant—and I started the Build Your Power podcast to directly challenge this way of living.Drawing from my own experiences, I share raw conversations and solo reflections on what it means to go against the grain of self destructive hustle and grind culture. This goes beyond standard self-improvement. It is a practical guide to self-realization, helping us dismantle outdated narratives and reclaim our power so we can live a life that fits who we are. 

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  • Creator
    Brennan Hilleary
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Build Your Power
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    Build Your Power