The Adaptive Mindset

Brett Gallant

 Hosted by Brett Gallant, founder of Adaptive Office Solutions, The Adaptive Mindset is the podcast for entrepreneurs and leaders ready to embrace change, overcome limiting beliefs, and grow both personally and professionally. Through compelling stories, expert insights, and actionable strategies, each episode empowers you to adapt, lead, and thrive in a rapidly changing world. From mindset shifts to business resilience and cybersecurity, this is your go-to resource for unlocking your full potential. 

  1. 2D AGO

    Local Partnerships and Sustainable Practices: Building a Distillery with Heart

    In episode 54 of The Adaptive Mindset, Brett Gallant interviews John Mleziva, the founder of State Line Distillery, who shares his unique journey from a biology student to a fermentation scientist, and ultimately to a distiller committed to the grain-to-glass philosophy.  Tune in for valuable insights into the intersection of science and craft in distilling. TIMESTAMPS [00:01:47] Fermentation science and craft spirits. [00:05:16] Artistic process of distillation. [00:12:50] Grain to glass philosophy. [00:17:07] Coffee liqueur creation journey. [00:20:24] Entrepreneurial pivots and opportunities. [00:24:10] Community partnerships and networking. [00:30:30] Business ownership and delegation. [00:33:31] Success as an entrepreneur. [00:41:00] Finding balance as an entrepreneur. [00:44:04] Baritone singing vs. distilling. QUOTES "We're trying to be the different colored boat in an ocean full of the same." John Mleziva"Build your community and have people you can trust and lean on in terms of bouncing ideas off of." -John Mleziva"If you don't have something to look at and guide your decisions, when the times are tough, you can run into trouble, you become rudderless." -John Mleziva SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Brett Gallant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brett_gallant/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.gallant.9 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-gallant-97805726/ John Mleziva LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmleziva/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/statelinedistillery/  WEBSITE Adaptive Office Solutions: https://www.adaptiveoffice.ca/ State Line Distillery: https://www.statelinedistillery.com/our-team/john-mleziva

    45 min
  2. JAN 27

    From Burnout to Balance: How High Achievers Can Thrive in Health and Leadership

    In episode 53 of The Adaptive Mindset, Brett Gallant interviews Judy Gaman, CEO of Executive Medicine of Texas, award-winning author, and host of the Stay Young America podcast, who shares her inspiring journey into the world of preventative care and longevity, revealing the blind spots that high achievers often overlook when it comes to their health.  Tune in for practical advice on thriving personally and professionally in today’s fast-paced digital world. TIMESTAMPS [00:01:43] Longevity as a leadership strategy. [00:06:29] Concierge medicine revolution. [00:11:19] Unreasonable hospitality in healthcare. [00:12:50] Unreasonable hospitality in healthcare. [00:18:18] Longevity as a leadership strategy. [00:21:50] Healthy leadership and business success. [00:28:10] High performers' health blind spots. [00:33:12] Stress effects on the body. [00:35:06] Exercise effectively reduces stress. [00:39:30] Proactive health management strategies. [00:44:21] Mental health in caregiving. [00:47:36] Longevity and attitude connection. QUOTES "When you have something that the patients need and want, and quite frankly deserve, they will come, and they are so grateful." -Judy Gaman"If you can take a patient and have these kinds of conversations about them and about how to optimize their health, you're not just affecting them, you're affecting their children and their spouse and their children's children." -Judy Gaman"Prevention starts with a decision." -Brett Gallant SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Brett Gallant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brett_gallant/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.gallant.9 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-gallant-97805726/ Judy Gaman  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judygaman/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/judygaman/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jgamanspeaker/  WEBSITE Adaptive Office Solutions: https://www.adaptiveoffice.ca/ Judy Gaman: https://www.judygaman.com/

    49 min
  3. JAN 20

    Raising Your Standards: Lessons in Leadership and Growth from Jaben Makings

    In episode 52 of The Adaptive Mindset, Brett Gallant interviews Jaben Makings, founder of Onnix Investments, as he discusses his early experiences in the real estate industry, the challenges he faced, and the pivotal moments that shaped his entrepreneurial path. Tune in for a conversation that is packed with insights to help you navigate your path to success. TIMESTAMPS [00:01:00] Focus over noise in business. [00:04:21] Shiny object syndrome in business. [00:09:55] Celebrating entrepreneurial milestones. [00:12:53] Comparison is the thief of joy. [00:17:32] Gym habits and discipline. [00:21:08] Raising your standards for success. [00:23:57] Leadership and delegation challenges. [00:28:05] The power of positive thinking. [00:32:14] Importance of listening in conversations. [00:38:16] Real estate investment tips. [00:41:32] Reinventing oneself for success. QUOTES "We all too often get caught up in wanting more and more and more that we don't take a second to look back and see how far we've actually come." -Jaben Makings"You need to inspect what you expect." -Jaben Makings "You can't back out and break those promises to yourself." -Jaben Makings SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Brett Gallant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brett_gallant/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.gallant.9 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-gallant-97805726/ Jaben Makings LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaben-makings Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaben_makings/ WEBSITE Adaptive Office Solutions: https://www.adaptiveoffice.ca/ Onnix Investments: https://onnixinvestments.com/

    43 min
  4. 12/23/2025

    Mastering Your Morning: Daily Habits for a Productive Life with Mr. Productivity

    In episode 51 of The Adaptive Mindset, Brett Gallant interviews Mark Struczewski, also known as Mr. Productivity. With over 1,300 episodes of his own podcast and a wealth of experience, Mark shares invaluable insights on how to build distraction-proof systems in our increasingly noisy world. Tune in for practical strategies and high-energy motivation from a true productivity powerhouse! TIMESTAMPS [00:03:25] Productivity obsession begins. [00:05:12] Productivity coaching and distractions. [00:09:40] Simplicity in productivity. [00:12:27] Just start, stop making excuses. [00:17:06] The importance of starting now. [00:21:10] Morning routine for health. [00:27:20] The importance of consistency. [00:29:51] The power of writing goals. [00:34:05] Controlling your distractions effectively. [00:37:24] The power of staying calm. [00:43:35] Daily habit for mindfulness. [00:47:20] Emergency fund goal. QUOTES "The key to being productive is keep things simple, not complex." -Mark Struczewski"Execution is the solution, and we just have to face it." -Brett Gallant"Spend time outside away from technology, and you'll feel your whole sense of being will change.” Mark Struczewski SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Brett Gallant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brett_gallant/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.gallant.9 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-gallant-97805726/ Mark Struczewski LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markstruczewski/  X: https://x.com/markstruczewski?lang=en  WEBSITE Adaptive Office Solutions: https://www.adaptiveoffice.ca/ Mr. Productivity: https://misterproductivity.com/

    49 min
  5. 12/16/2025

    From Mistakes to Mastery: Lessons in Entrepreneurship with Alex Gorelik

    In episode 50 of The Adaptive Mindset, Brett Gallant interviews Alex Gorelik, an operator, educator, and entrepreneur navigating the worlds of land surveying and residential cleaning, as he shares his journey of building Squeakly, a modern cleaning company in Victoria, BC, while also advancing operations with Polaris Land Surveying. Tune in for an engaging discussion on innovation in diverse industries and the mindset needed to thrive in today’s digital landscape. TIMESTAMPS [00:03:44] Mindset shifts for growth. [00:09:59] Balancing land surveying and cleaning. [00:14:26] The importance of me time. [00:15:39] Importance of intentional resets. [00:22:27] Pricing by objective in cleaning. [00:27:37] Giving back to the community. [00:30:01] No blueprint for business success. [00:35:35] Mike Michalowicz's new book. [00:43:28] Systemizing service business success. [00:46:30] Don't stop pursuing your goals. QUOTES "If you really want something, it's not just a wish. You have to have things in place to achieve that." -Alex Gorelik"Even if you love what you do, you will get to a point where you really need to reset." -Alex Gorelik"I'm not afraid to share really any of them because I think it's part of the identity. It's part of who you are." -Alex Gorelik"The only way to lose is to stop. As long as you keep going, you're not losing. In my opinion, you're winning." -Alex Gorelik SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Brett Gallant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brett_gallant/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.gallant.9 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-gallant-97805726/ Alex Gorelik Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex.gorelik.now/  WEBSITE Adaptive Office Solutions: https://www.adaptiveoffice.ca/

    50 min
  6. 12/02/2025

    Media, Branding, and Storytelling: Adam Torres’ Success Blueprint

    In episode 48 of The Adaptive Mindset, Brett Gallant interviews Adam Torres, a powerhouse in the podcasting world and co-founder of Mission Matters, who reflects on his early days as a podcaster, the challenges he faced, and how he built a successful media empire by understanding the business side of content creation. Tune in to discover insights on leadership, strategy, and the importance of sharing impactful narratives in a digital world. TIMESTAMPS [00:02:04] The business of media. [00:06:44] Building a podcast factory. [00:08:15] Building a podcast ecosystem. [00:11:49] Celebrating personal growth journey. [00:17:04] Authenticity in storytelling. [00:19:43] Authenticity in sharing personal stories. [00:22:13] Early influences and hip-hop culture. [00:26:40] The power of sharing stories. [00:32:02] The power of sharing stories. [00:34:01] The power of sharing stories. [00:38:43] Legacy of a social worker. [00:41:16] Podcasting as a lifestyle choice. [00:46:17] Impact of sharing stories. [00:52:00] Take action on your dreams. [00:54:13] Junk food avoidance strategies. [00:59:03] Podcasting as a vital skill. [01:00:58] Thriving in the digital age. QUOTES "Hey, stop making it about you. Make it about helping others." -Brett Gallant"People are going to be able to benefit from your story and your time on this planet far after you're here in ways that you won't even understand." -Adam Torres"If there's something on your heart to start, take action. Don't hold back, start. Put your sneakers on and go." -Brett Gallant SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Brett Gallant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brett_gallant/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.gallant.9 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-gallant-97805726/ Adam Torres Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MissionMattersBusiness  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionMattersBusiness  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamtorres8/  WEBSITE Adaptive Office Solutions: https://www.adaptiveoffice.ca/ Adam Torres: https://www.askadamtorres.com/

    1h 1m
  7. 11/25/2025

    Mindset Matters: How to Rebuild Your Identity and Thrive

    In episode 47 of The Adaptive Mindset, Brett Gallant interviews Alan Dyck, a fitness coach and transformation expert, as he discusses the importance of mindset, discipline, and the power of community support in achieving lasting change. Tune in for valuable insights that can help you thrive in both your personal and professional life. TIMESTAMPS [00:01:41] Total identity reset journey. [00:04:24] Weight loss journey transformation. [00:10:33] Life transformation and decisions. [00:15:11] Life transformation and self-discovery. [00:17:06] Mindset and personal growth. [00:19:57] Transforming Lives Through Fitness. [00:25:38] Making every day your best. [00:30:04] Short-term sacrifice, long-term gain. [00:32:34] Importance of kindness in fitness. [00:36:33] Putting your own oxygen mask on. [00:41:51] Helping others and personal boundaries. [00:46:11-00:46:22] Food as fuel. [00:47:20] Thriving in the digital age. QUOTES "You can't want something for someone more than they want it." - Alan Dyck"It doesn't take much to make somebody's day." -Brett Gallant"Just because the body can get up and do what it needs to, doesn't mean it should be. F***** eat. Food is fuel.” -Alan Dyck SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Brett Gallant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brett_gallant/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.gallant.9 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-gallant-97805726/ Alan Dyck Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachalandyck/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NlpfitnessCa  WEBSITE Adaptive Office Solutions: https://www.adaptiveoffice.ca/

    48 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
3 Ratings

About

 Hosted by Brett Gallant, founder of Adaptive Office Solutions, The Adaptive Mindset is the podcast for entrepreneurs and leaders ready to embrace change, overcome limiting beliefs, and grow both personally and professionally. Through compelling stories, expert insights, and actionable strategies, each episode empowers you to adapt, lead, and thrive in a rapidly changing world. From mindset shifts to business resilience and cybersecurity, this is your go-to resource for unlocking your full potential.