Inside The Inspired Jonathan Z. Cohen

Can a positive mindset truly impact your professional success? In this enlightening episode, we delve into the transformative power of positive psychology with Jordana Confino, founder of JC Coaching and a professor at Fordham Law.



Discover how this emerging field is revolutionizing the legal profession and learn practical strategies to enhance your own performance and well-being.



In this episode, you'll learn:




The science behind positive psychology and its impact on high achievers.


Jordana Confino’s journey from Yale Law to becoming a positive psychology advocate.


How to align your values with your professional goals for maximum fulfillment.


The role of mindfulness and self-compassion in overcoming perfectionism.


Practical steps to cultivate a positive mindset and improve your performance.





Episode Highlights:



0:00 - Introduction to the topic and guest 

1:30 - Is positive psychology overrated? Jordana’s take 

5:15 - Jordana’s personal journey and discovery of positive psychology 

10:50 - The importance of mindset in the legal profession 

14:30 - Understanding and aligning your core values 

20:45 - The power of mindfulness and self-compassion 

27:15 - Real-life applications and benefits of positive psychology 

35:00 - Building better professional relationships 

40:30 - Overcoming perfectionism and achieving peak performance 

47:00 - Jordana’s advice to her future self 

50:00 - Conclusion and final thoughts



Connect with Jordana:



Website: JordanaConfino.com

LinkedIn: Jordana Confino

Instagram: @jordana.confino


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In this episode of "Inside the Inspired," Jonathan Cohen delves into the concept of mental toughness as a crucial skill for personal growth and overcoming challenges.

Key themes include:

Importance of positive thinking in cultivating mental toughness

Relating personal challenges to building resilience

The necessity of continuous practice to maintain mental toughness



Mental toughness is a skill that serves as the foundation for character development and overcoming obstacles.

Positive thinking involves reframing challenges to extract valuable lessons and opportunities for growth.

Consistent practice and pushing personal limits are essential for honing mental toughness.

Building mental toughness requires a combination of grit, perseverance, and self-love to overcome doubts and obstacles.

Embracing discomfort and pushing boundaries can lead to personal transformation and increased resilience.



"When you're exhausted and running a race, it's not discipline that gets you through — it's mental toughness."

"Positive thinking is about looking for the upside in any situation without wasting time wishing for something else."

"You have to consistently cultivate mental toughness, or it will disappear."

"Building mental toughness involves continually pushing yourself to be better than the day before."

"Relativity is key in understanding your personal limits and capabilities, honing mental toughness along the way."



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To explore more insights on mental toughness and personal growth, listen to the full episode of "Inside the Inspired" with Jonathan Cohen. Stay tuned for upcoming episodes tackling imposter syndrome and resilience.

In today’s episode, we are joined by Jimmy DeCicco, co-founder and CEO of Super Coffee. Jimmy is a dynamic entrepreneur who, along with his brothers, built Super Coffee from the ground up, turning it into a leading brand in the market.



Jimmy delves into the startup journey, sharing key insights on overcoming challenges, the importance of taking action against self-doubt, and the relentless pursuit of goals. He also discusses effective fundraising, the art of cold outreach, and how to create lasting value for investors.



Tune in for a masterclass on entrepreneurship, persistence, and the strategies behind building a successful business from scratch.



In this episode, you’ll discover:



- How to take action to overcome self-doubt

- Strategies for raising capital and executing successful cold outreach

- Insights into the shifting focus of venture capital towards profitability

- Plans and strategies for sustainable growth and profitability in a high-growth company


00:00- Introduction
00:57 - Self-doubt and failures
02:41 - Imposter syndrome example
09:55 - Cold outreach tips and adding value
20:00 - Simplifying products and focusing on top sellers
25:00 - Core values of working hard and being nice
28:14 - Cultivating discipline through motivation
33:41 - Future goals of finishing the job and long term success


Connect with Jimmy:



LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-decicco/

Instagram: @jimmydecicco5

Wesbsite: drinksupercoffee.com



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Persistence is undoubtedly one of the most essential traits you require to stay on track with your fitness goals. So, what does it take to develop a mindset of persistence?

In this episode, we’re joined by Dan Churchill, an executive performance chef, content creator, and cookbook author. Don shares his journey from Australia to New York, delving into how he started creating food content and the importance of persistence. He also shares valuable insights on how to achieve peak performance and the importance of pursuing passions with intention.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- How to develop a mindset of persistence.
- The importance of adopting a holistic approach to performance optimization.
- The importance of creating value-driven content.
- How to identify the right partnerships for your brand.
- The importance of giving back and making a tangible impact on the world.

0:00 - Introduction
3:54 - How Jonathan met Dan
5:58 - Dan's journey from Australia to New York
9:24 - What drew Dan to start creating content
11:44 - The responsibility that comes with having a large following
14:26 - Developing a mindset of recovery and training for a sub-three-hour marathon
21:15 - What flow feels like
27:00 - Dan's thoughts on alcohol
32:07 - The importance of persistence
36:20 - Identifying the right synergies and partnerships
41:26 - Creating value-driven content
45:03 - Why philanthropy matters
48:13 - Discussion on Dan's upcoming book, ''Eat Like a Legend.''
53:02 - Places to get clean and nutritious meals in New York
55:30 - Dan's experience being executive chef at The Osprey
56:19 - Future Dan's advice to his present self
56:56 - Wrapping up

Connect with Dan
Website: https://danchurchill.com/
Instagram: @dan_churchill
TikTok: @dan_churchill

Pre-order Dan's upcoming book:
https://www.harpercollins.com/products/eat-like-a-legend-dan-churchill

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What does effective leadership look like and how can we add value amid the multitude of variables we must navigate in today's modern age?



In today’s episode, we are joined by Ryan Hawk. Ryan is a keynote speaker on leadership-related topics, a triple threat podcaster and an outstanding author of “The Score That Matter” and many other books.



With over 500 episodes and guests like Tony Robbins, Ryan shares key insights on embracing soft skills, the importance of being "thoughtful and intentional," and how to add "surplus value" in the age of AI.



Tune in for a masterclass on leadership, personal growth, and the power of consistent learning.



In this episode, you’ll discover:



- Consistent preparation and deep listening are crucial for meaningful conversations.

- Embrace a mindset of lifelong learning and curiosity.

- How to add surplus value to others in every interaction.

- Clear and impactful communication is crucial for leadership and personal success.

- Be adaptable and willing to earn your success daily, regardless of the environment.



0:00 - Introduction

2:56 - Traits of sustained excellence in leaders

8:59 - Defining value creation in content

9:59 - Guest selection criteria for the podcast

11:35 - Impact of podcast rankings

13:39 - Exploring fixed mindsets

16:31 - Podcast preparation process

20:23 - Interview frameworks and backlog reasoning

26:31 - Importance of genuine curiosity in interviews, “curiosity as a muscle”

32:22 - Decision-making process and importance of core values

35:24 - Reflection as a key to discipline

39:05 - Handling pressure through preparation

48:05 - Future of content creation and podcasting

51:27 - Overview of the book "The Score That Matters"

53:58 - Reflection on future self and optimizing for freedom

55:30 - Follow Ryan's journey



Connect with Ryan for more inspiration:

Youtube: The Learning Leader Show



Oh, and don't forget to snag Ryan's latest book "The Score That Matters”:

Website: https://learningleader.com


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Wanting to get into shape and stay fit is a noble goal. But how can you achieve your fitness goals without compromising your relationships and quality of life?



In this episode, we're joined by Marcus Filly. Marcus is a multiple-time CrossFit Games athlete, creator, and founder of Functional Bodybuilding — a training program that combines aspects of functional fitness and bodybuilding.



Don shares the importance of creating a fitness routine that allows time for other life-enriching activities like spending time with family and sharing social meals. He also takes us down his journey through competitive fitness and its influence on his coaching style, highlighting the need for regular, moderate workouts rather than strenuous ones.



In this episode, you'll discover:

- How to achieve fitness goals while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.

- The importance of adhering to a consistent and moderate fitness schedule.

- The importance of empathy when coaching.

- How artificial intelligence (AI) will transform the fitness industry.

- The future of content creation in the fitness industry.



0:00 – Introduction

1:22 – Body image and public perception

8:28 – Marcus's personal fitness journey

16:38 – Training with high performers and preparing mentally for competitions

30:17 – How competitive experiences shaped Marcus’s coaching style

36:12 – Why empathy matters when coaching

45:30 – Role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the fitness industry

53:49 – Future of content creation in the fitness industry

56:28 – Wrapping up



Connect with Marcus:

Website: https://functional-bodybuilding.com/

YouTube: @marcusfilly

Instagram: @marcusfilly

TikTok: @marcusfilly




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