Spartan Leadership with Josh Kosnick

Josh Kosnick
Spartan Leadership with Josh Kosnick

Good and Great Are the Enemies of Possible™️ Leadership and business coach Josh Kosnick has conversations with some of the greatest minds in leadership both in business, community, and politics. Guests provide insights from years of experience, delivering powerful messages to help you live a more inspired and impactful life. 

  1. The Clarity Crisis: What High Performers Learn Too Late | Michael Brownlow

    4D AGO

    The Clarity Crisis: What High Performers Learn Too Late | Michael Brownlow

    What happens when the career you built no longer feels like the life you want? In this powerful episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast, Josh Kosnick sits down with long-time friend and coach Michael Brownlow. After years of success at Northwestern Mutual, Michael made the rare decision to walk away—not because he failed, but because he felt called to something deeper. They explore what most leaders avoid: discomfort, identity shifts, physical pain, and what it really means to pursue purpose over performance. From stories of international travel to lessons learned in stillness and struggle, this conversation is for anyone ready to stop performing and start leading. Learn more about Michael: https://michaelbrownlow.com oin Rhino Boot Camp: https://joshkosnick.com/rhinoConnect with Josh: https://joshkosnick.comFollow on Instagram: @joshkosnickChapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:19 - Welcome to the Show 00:01:56 - Entering Financial Services 00:04:58 - The Attraction of Human Development 00:05:33 - The Challenge of Human Development 00:11:07 - The Importance of Self-Investment 00:11:24 - The Value of Genuine Engagement 00:14:04 - The Reality of Termination 00:15:35 - Understanding Ikigai 00:16:59 - Navigating Professional Life 00:18:20 - Identifying Career Criteria 00:21:15 - The Role of Packaging and Titles 00:24:35 - Maintaining Identity Amidst Change 00:25:24 - The Importance of Recognizing Identity 00:31:06 - Addressing the Identity Crisis 00:31:31 - The Pursuit of Mastery 00:32:37 - The Importance of Associations 00:33:44 - Leveraging AI for Personal Development 00:34:56 - Introduction to Rhino Bootcamp 00:35:12 - The Vision Behind Rhino Bootcamp 00:38:58 - The Impact of Rhino Bootcamp 00:41:33 - The Birth of Rhino Bootcamp 00:43:14 - The Value of Bias for Action 00:43:39 - The Power of Imperfect Action 00:46:41 - The Philosophy of Self-Development 00:47:38 - The Value of Personal Investment 00:50:27 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 00:52:37 - The Power of Authenticity 00:55:03 - The Joy of the Climb 00:56:20 - The Impact of Rhino Bootcamp 01:01:14 - The Importance of Follow-Up and Community 01:02:08 - The Lack of Personal Development Plans 01:03:40 - The Vision for Future Coaching 01:06:32 - The Importance of Leadership Skills 01:07:47 - Personal Responsibility in Li Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone. 🔗 Learn more: spartanvalor.org Support the show CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube

    1h 14m
  2. Joy in the Hard Things: Nancy Gale on Resilience, Craftsmanship, and Choosing Purpose

    JUN 3

    Joy in the Hard Things: Nancy Gale on Resilience, Craftsmanship, and Choosing Purpose

    Nancy Gale didn’t just survive unthinkable trauma—she built something beautiful because of it. Founder of JAMAH, a luxury American-made handbag brand, and AMBITION, a nonprofit for disadvantaged youth, Nancy’s life is proof that purpose and pain can co-exist. In this conversation, we talk about her early years in Detroit, what it really takes to build a brand from scratch, and how she turned personal tragedy into a mission that’s impacted lives around the world. This episode is raw, honest, and full of moments that’ll stay with you long after it ends. 00:00 – Intro: From personal tragedy to luxury brand 01:35 – Growing up in Detroit and the roots of American craftsmanship 04:50 – Why JAMAH was built to challenge European fashion dominance 06:30 – Launching JAMAH and committing to a 25-year vision 08:10 – The artistry of American manufacturing and building connection 09:30 – The birth of the JAMAH Motorcar Collection 11:00 – Telling love stories through custom bags 13:00 – The early struggles of building a brand with no support 15:00 – Learning to trust your own vision as a founder 17:20 – A skydiving story that changed how Nancy led her business 19:00 – Why she started AMBITION and the power of consistent mentorship 21:45 – Getting to know students before trying to teach them 23:30 – The “You Don’t Know About Me” student challenge 26:00 – Nancy’s mental health journey after rape and trauma 29:10 – Finding strength through storytelling and humor 32:50 – Her mother’s murder and choosing purpose over pain 35:10 – What Sir Richard Branson taught her students 38:40 – Teaching kids the value of hard work 41:00 – Why purpose is essential for mental health and joy 44:00 – The truth about resilience (and why it’s a daily choice) 46:30 – Why leaders must hold space for two truths at once 48:00 – What Nancy learned from her father about softness 49:00 – What she hopes people say about her legacy 50:30 – Where to find JAMAH and support AMBITION 51:00 – Her unpopular belief: Simplicity is the goal https://www.jamah.com/about-nancy ________ 📅 Book a Call with Josh: https://calendly.com/josh-kosnick/30min 🔗 Follow Josh Kosnick & Get Exclusive Content: https://linktr.ee/joshkosnick Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes featuring top business minds, elite performers, and leadership experts. #SpartanLeadership #Leadership #BusinessSuccess #Mindset #Entrepreneurship #SelfImprovem Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone. 🔗 Learn more: spartanvalor.org Support the show CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube

    55 min
  3. Why Work-Life Balance Is a Lie | Michael Creed on Leadership, Faith & Legacy

    MAY 27

    Why Work-Life Balance Is a Lie | Michael Creed on Leadership, Faith & Legacy

    In this episode of Spartan Leadership, host Josh Kosk sits down for an in-person fireside chat with Michael Creed, Branch Manager at Luminate Home Loans. Michael shares his journey from a paycheck-to-paycheck upbringing to becoming a successful mortgage lender. Discover Michael's perspective on building a life of legacy, financial literacy, and how he coaches his team for success. Learn about his unique approach to balancing work and personal life, and his thoughts on the importance of living legacy over leaving a financial one.  Don't miss out on these valuable insights into leadership, money management, and the long-term impact of giving back. ________ 📅 Book a Call with Josh: https://calendly.com/josh-kosnick/30min 🔗 Follow Josh Kosnick & Get Exclusive Content: https://linktr.ee/joshkosnick Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes featuring top business minds, elite performers, and leadership experts. #SpartanLeadership #Leadership #BusinessSuccess #Mindset #Entrepreneurship #SelfImprovement #Podcast #JoshKosnick #SpartanMindset Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone. 🔗 Learn more: spartanvalor.org Support the show CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube

    1h 10m
  4. Nic McKinley EXPOSES the Dark Truth About Human Trafficking

    MAY 20

    Nic McKinley EXPOSES the Dark Truth About Human Trafficking

    Former CIA operative Nic McKinley exposes the reality of human trafficking in America—and how his organization, DeliverFund, is fighting back using intelligence-grade tools. In this episode of Spartan Leadership, Josh Kosnick sits down with Nic to discuss his journey from elite U.S. Air Force Pararescueman to CIA operative, and now nonprofit founder leading the fight against exploitation and modern slavery. This is more than a conversation about trafficking. It’s a masterclass in courage, discipline, and doing what’s right when no one’s watching. 🔗 Learn more about Nic’s work: https://www.deliverfund.org 📲 Follow Nic on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.nic.mckinley 🎟️ Join us at Bridge Builder Live: https://joshkosnick.com/bridgebuilderlive — ⏱ Timestamps (Chapters): 00:00 – “You Have to Decide: I Will Succeed or I Will Not Exist.” 02:15 – Welcome to Spartan Leadership 03:24 – Nic’s Path: From Pararescue to the CIA 08:26 – The Mentality Behind Special Operations 13:01 – Why Most People Fail Fast (and Keep Failing) 14:14 – Life Inside the CIA: Myths vs. Reality 19:08 – What the Public Gets Wrong About the Agency 27:08 – Why Nic Left the CIA to Fight Human Trafficking 31:14 – The Dark Truth About Trafficking in the U.S. 35:16 – The Role of Social Media in Exploitation 41:08 – DeliverFund’s AI and National Reach 44:28 – What Parents Actually Need to Know 48:01 – Why Fatherhood Is the Frontline of Prevention 50:00 – Good Dad vs. Tough Dad (Which One Protects Better?) 56:04 – What to Do If You Discover Online Grooming 58:08 – Remote Viewing, Myths & Government Conspiracies 1:06:26 – How to Lead Courageously When No One’s Watching 1:11:13 – Support the Mission: How to Help DeliverFund 1:13:08 – Final Thoughts & Call to Action Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone. 🔗 Learn more: spartanvalor.org Support the show CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube

    1h 15m
  5. The Rock's Trainer Reveals the MOST IMPORTANT Lesson He Learned

    MAY 13

    The Rock's Trainer Reveals the MOST IMPORTANT Lesson He Learned

    In this episode of Spartan Leadership Podcast, Aaron Williamson, The Rock's trainer, reveals the most important lesson he learned from training with The Rock. Tune in to hear about discipline, hard work, and the mindset of a US Marine. 🚨 Aaron is also a featured keynote speaker at our upcoming Bridge Builder Live event at Five Bridges Farm. Learn more here: https://www.joshkosnick.com/bridgebuilderlive 🔗 Aaron’s Website: https://www.aaronwilliamson.net 📸 Instagram: @aaronwilliamson 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:24 - Joining the Marines & Early Life 00:08:31 - Struggles After Service 00:11:26 - Finding Purpose in Fitness 00:13:41 - Breaking into Hollywood 00:23:59 - Zac Efron’s Transformation 00:31:08 - Intermittent Fasting & Nutrition 00:36:55 - Aging & Longevity 00:45:21 - Biohacking & Peptides 00:56:04 - Thoughts on TRT 01:03:20 - Fitness as a Life-Altering Belief 01:07:09 - Closing Remarks ________ 📅 Book a Call with Josh: https://calendly.com/josh-kosnick/30min 🌐 Podcast Website: https://spartanleadershippodcast.com 🔗 Follow Josh Kosnick & Get Exclusive Content: https://linktr.ee/joshkosnick 💡 Learn More About Josh: https://www.joshkosnick.com Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone. 🔗 Learn more: spartanvalor.org Support the show CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube

    1h 10m
  6. How Dennis Rodman Got His Own Cigar - Adam Guard | Ep. 208

    APR 29

    How Dennis Rodman Got His Own Cigar - Adam Guard | Ep. 208

    Today on the Spartan Leadership Podcast, Josh Kosnick sits down with Adam Guard—entrepreneur, founder of Dreamer Cigars, and creator of Dreamers Health—to talk about leadership, entrepreneurship, and how to build a brand with purpose. Adam’s journey is one of bold moves: leaving a stable real estate career the day before his wedding, building Dreamer Cigars into a viral brand with over 200 million views, and expanding his mission through Dreamers Health—a platform reshaping how people approach wellness and vitality. In this episode, we dive into: How Adam transitioned from teacher and football coach to entrepreneurHow Dreamer Cigars exploded on TikTok and YouTubeThe story behind creating a cigar for Dennis RodmanHow to lead with integrity in a saturated marketLaunching DC University and Dreamers Health to drive deeper impactAdam’s story is a blueprint for entrepreneurs who want to build, lead, and leave a lasting legacy. Subscribe for more real conversations with leaders who don't just talk leadership—they live it. — Connect with Adam Guard: Dreamers Health YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DreamersHealth Dreamer Cigars Website: https://www.shopdreamercigars.com/about Instagram: @dreamercigars — Chapters: 0:00 – Intro 1:30 – Adam’s Journey: Coaching to Entrepreneurship 8:45 – Building Dreamer Cigars 14:20 – Partnering with Dennis Rodman 21:00 – Building Trust, Not Selling Out 28:15 – Dreamers Health: A New Venture 36:40 – Launching DC University 43:00 – Leadership, Risk, and Legacy 50:10 – Final Thoughts Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone. 🔗 Learn more: spartanvalor.org Support the show CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube

    56 min
  7. What if Discipline Isn’t What You’ve Been Told It Is? - Craig Ballantyne | Ep. 207

    APR 22

    What if Discipline Isn’t What You’ve Been Told It Is? - Craig Ballantyne | Ep. 207

    In this episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast, Josh Kosnick sits down with Craig Ballantyne—author of The Perfect Day Formula, The Perfect Week Formula, and The Dark Side of Discipline.  Craig has built five 7-figure businesses and helped over 260 entrepreneurs hit their first million—all while working less and living more. Craig was introduced to Josh by mutual friend Kary Oberbrunner (who’s publishing Josh’s upcoming book), and in this conversation they dive into: - How Craig went from broke, anxious trainer to 8-figure coach - The real formula for freedom and time mastery - How to know if you’re chasing the wrong success - Tactical habits to eliminate burnout Why most people stay stuck in what Craig calls “struckling” If you're an ambitious leader, entrepreneur, or just tired of running in circles—this is for you. 👉 Grab Craig's book: The Dark Side of Discipline: https://www.craigballantyne.com/  🎯 Learn more about Kairos Coaching: www.joshkosnick.com ________ Welcome to the Spartan Leadership Podcast – where we dive deep into leadership, business, and personal growth with high-achieving leaders, entrepreneurs, and game-changers. Hosted by Josh Kosnick, this podcast challenges conventional thinking and pushes you to level up in every aspect of life. 🔥 Subscribe for More Leadership Insights: 🎙 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1GhkcyzKbLsVsrvCaBItoF 🎙 Listen on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spartan-leadership-with-josh-kosnick/id1441306937 📅 Book a Call with Josh: https://calendly.com/josh-kosnick/30min 🌐 Podcast Website: https://spartanleadershippodcast.com 🔗 Follow Josh Kosnick & Get Exclusive Content: https://linktr.ee/joshkosnick 💡 Learn More About Josh’s Work: https://www.joshkosnick.com 🔹 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes featuring top business minds, elite performers, and leadership experts. #SpartanLeadership #Leadership #BusinessSuccess #Mindset #Entrepreneurship #SelfImprovement #Podcast #JoshKosnick #SpartanMindset Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone. 🔗 Learn more: spartanvalor.org Support the show CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube

    1h 5m
4.7
out of 5
69 Ratings

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Good and Great Are the Enemies of Possible™️ Leadership and business coach Josh Kosnick has conversations with some of the greatest minds in leadership both in business, community, and politics. Guests provide insights from years of experience, delivering powerful messages to help you live a more inspired and impactful life. 

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