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The TerryWilson3.com Podcast helps entrepreneurs, small business owners, and driven professionals unlock their potential. For 17+ years, Terry Wilson has trained and coached thousands with proven strategies in entrepreneurship, marketing, and leadership. Each episode delivers practical tools, fresh insights, and motivating stories designed to help you earn more, grow faster, and live with purpose. If you’re ready to stop guessing, start growing, and join a community of ambitious achievers, subscribe today to the TerryWilson3.com Podcast—where business leaders come to sharpen their skills and

  1. 672 – The Tombstone Lesson: The Story You Live Will Kill You or Save You

    2H AGO

    672 – The Tombstone Lesson: The Story You Live Will Kill You or Save You

    What if one of the greatest Western films ever made is actually a psychological study of identity, addiction, pride, and purpose? In Episode 672, Terry Wilson sits down with clinical addiction specialist Jeff Wells to unpack the deeper meaning behind the 1993 classic Tombstone. This isn’t a movie review — it’s a conversation about the internal war that defines human behavior. Through the lens of Doc Holliday and Johnny Ringo, this episode explores how the stories we tell ourselves shape our choices, relationships, addictions, and ultimately our destiny. Ringo represents ego locked in a fatal narrative.Doc represents decay paired with awareness and loyalty.Both men are brilliant. Both men are broken. Only one finds meaning. This episode digs into: The psychology behind Johnny Ringo’s self-destruction Addiction, identity, and the masks we wear Pride vs purpose: why ego resists change Masculine archetypes in storytelling Why great films endure for generations The internal gunfight between growth and stagnation How narrative identity determines life outcomes Lessons entrepreneurs can learn from character psychology The difference between romanticizing pain and transcending it What Tombstone teaches about honor, loyalty, and personal responsibility Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Tombstone, a student of psychology, or someone interested in personal development and leadership, this episode reveals how storytelling exposes the deepest truths about human nature. Because the real duel isn’t in the street. It’s inside the mind. Listen now and discover how the story you live will either destroy you… or save you. Tagged on: addiction psychology, character psychology, Doc Holliday meaning, film psychology podcast, human behavior podcast, identity and ego, internal conflict, Johnny Ringo character study, leadership psychology, masculine archetypes, personal growth podcast, pride and purpose, psychology of movies, storytelling analysis, Terry Wilson podcast, Tombstone lessons, Tombstone movie analysis, Tombstone psychology, TW3 podcast, Western movie themes

    40 min
  2. 671 — How The Super Bowl Bad Bunny Backlash Reveals the Hidden Architecture of Trust

    2D AGO

    671 — How The Super Bowl Bad Bunny Backlash Reveals the Hidden Architecture of Trust

    The backlash surrounding the Super Bowl halftime performance by Bad Bunny wasn’t just a culture war headline — it was a real-time case study in how trust is built, filtered, and sometimes broken. Why did millions of viewers react so differently to the same performance? Because trust is not universal. It’s psychological.It’s emotional.It’s value-driven.And it’s deeply tied to expectation. In this episode, Terry Wilson breaks down the hidden architecture of trust using current events, neuroscience, leadership psychology, and real-world business application. If you want to understand why some clients trust you instantly while others hesitate — or why institutions lose trust with segments of their audience — this episode gives you the framework. This is not about politics.This is about human behavior. And if you work with people — clients, teams, customers, partners, family — mastering trust is a competitive advantage. • Why trust is decided emotionally before it’s justified logically• How value systems filter who we trust• Why predictability is one of the strongest trust signals• How institutions lose trust when expectations break• The neuroscience behind emotional safety and leadership credibility• How warmth and competence work together to create authority• Why trust multiplies performance in business and relationships• Practical strategies to intentionally build trust• How to repair trust when mistakes happen• Why understanding perception is more powerful than being “right” Trust psychologyLeadership credibilityBusiness communicationCultural perceptionEmotional intelligencePredictability and trustSuper Bowl controversy analysisHow institutions lose trustWarmth vs competenceTrust in leadershipBuilding client trustTrust in relationshipsOrganizational behaviorNeuroscience of decision makingEntrepreneur mindset Trust is the invisible infrastructure of influence. Sales happen faster when trust exists.Teams perform better when trust exists.Relationships deepen when trust exists. Without trust, everything becomes heavier. This episode gives you a framework to intentionally engineer trust — not hope for it. And the professionals who master this skill don’t just grow businesses. They become trusted authorities. If you’re serious about building influence, leadership, and business success rooted in trust — step inside the TW3 ecosystem where we train real-world communication, strategy, and performance frameworks. Listen to the full episode now:https://terrywilson3.com/podcast Join the rooms.Sharpen the skills.Build around people committed to growth. Trust isn’t luck.It’s architecture. In This Episode You’ll Learn:Key ThemesWhy This Episode MattersInvitation from Terry

    14 min

  3. FEB 5

    670 – Taming the Old Yeller Approach

    Taming the Old Yeller Approach Conflict isn’t the enemy — poor conversations arePractical ways to prepare for difficult conversations In this episode, Terry Wilson sits down with executive coach and conflict specialist Brenda Hooper to explore how one defining workplace moment transformed her leadership philosophy. Raised in a direct, confrontational environment she calls the “Old Yeller approach,” Brenda shares how an early-career conflict with a superior forced her to confront the limits of forceful communication. That moment sparked a lifelong journey into mediation, executive coaching, and the science of better conversations. Together they discuss: • Why conflict isn’t the enemy — poor conversations are• The hidden cost of aggressive communication styles in leadership• How emotional intelligence increases authority, not weakens it• Practical ways to prepare for difficult conversations• Building trust without sacrificing accountability• Turning resistance into collaboration• How communication shapes company culture• Why better leaders build better communities This episode is essential listening for business owners, managers, entrepreneurs, and anyone responsible for leading people through tension and change. Better conversations don’t just resolve conflict — they create stronger teams, healthier workplaces, and sustainable success. Learn more about Brenda Hooper at: discussionsbydesign.com

    35 min
  4. 669 – You Are Already Building a Dream: The Only Question Is Whose?

    FEB 3

    669 – You Are Already Building a Dream: The Only Question Is Whose?

    Every day you wake up and invest energy into building something.The real question is not whether you’re building a dream — it’s whose dream you’re building. In Episode 669, we explore where dreams come from, why humans are biologically wired to imagine the future, and how intentional dreaming directly impacts motivation, mental health, resilience, and long-term success. Backed by research in neuroscience, psychology, and performance science, this episode breaks down why dreaming is not fantasy — it’s a survival and growth mechanism built into the human brain. We discuss how future vision shapes present behavior, why people with goals perform better under pressure, and how disappointment is not a sign to quit — it’s a signal that you are stretching into growth. You’ll learn practical frameworks for coping with setbacks, reframing failure, and turning obstacles into strategic feedback. This episode also challenges the myth that dreaming is selfish. Helping others pursue their dreams expands your skills, opportunities, and influence. Service and ambition are not opposites — they are partners. The most fulfilled people grow while contributing to the success of others. Whether you’re at the top of your field or just starting at the bottom of the professional ladder, this conversation will inspire you to become intentional about learning, developing human capital, and pursuing your highest expression of purpose. You are already building a dream. Now it’s time to build it consciously. Listen now and start designing your future with intention. More episodes and resources: https://terrywilson3.com

    16 min
  5. 668 - Why We Hate Being Told What To Do

    FEB 1

    668 - Why We Hate Being Told What To Do

    668 - Why We Hate Being Told What To DoThe Psychology of Resistance & AutonomyWhy do human beings instinctively push back when told what to do?Why does restriction often create rebellion? In Episode 668, Terry explores a powerful psychological truth that affects leadership, parenting, entrepreneurship, and personal growth: the human resistance to lost autonomy. From childhood instincts to adult decision-making, this episode breaks down why even reasonable instructions can trigger emotional pushback — and how that wiring can either sabotage your success or become one of your greatest strengths. Using real-life illustrations like public reactions during COVID shutdowns and recent snow storm travel warnings, Terry highlights a universal pattern: when people feel their freedom shrinking, their desire to reclaim it intensifies. This isn’t political commentary — it’s behavioral psychology. The episode introduces the concept of psychological reactance, a term coined by psychologist Jack Brehm, explaining why restriction often produces the reverse of the intended outcome. But the episode doesn’t stop at diagnosis — it offers direction. Listeners will learn how unmanaged resistance can lead to stubbornness, ego-driven decision-making, and missed opportunities. At the same time, when matured and properly aimed, that same instinct fuels entrepreneurship, innovation, and personal independence. This episode is essential listening for: Business owners and entrepreneurs who want to lead without suffocating autonomy Parents navigating authority and independence Leaders seeking influence instead of control Individuals trying to break self-sabotaging patterns Anyone who values freedom but wants to use it wisely Key takeaways include: Why humans resist authority even when it’s logical How psychological reactance shapes behavior The difference between healthy independence and ego resistance Leadership strategies that reduce rebellion and increase ownership How to use your dislike of control as fuel for growth Why maturity is learning to aim your resistance, not erase it The part of you that hates being told what to do is the same part of you that refuses mediocrity. The goal isn’t to kill that instinct — it’s to mature it. Listen now and discover how to turn resistance into power. 👉 More episodes and resources: https://terrywilson3.com

    18 min
  6. 667 - Lemons, Legends, and Everyday Leaders Under Pressure

    JAN 30

    667 - Lemons, Legends, and Everyday Leaders Under Pressure

    Pressure doesn’t create character — it reveals it. In Episode 667 of the TW3 Podcast, Terry Wilson breaks down three powerful headlines that reveal how pressure exposes leadership, judgment, and legacy in real time. From a high-profile media figure facing federal charges, to the passing of a beloved Hollywood legend, to another disruptive winter storm impacting businesses and families across the Southeast, this episode connects the dots between crisis, character, and how everyday leaders respond when control is taken away. In this episode, you’ll discover: What recent legal troubles involving a former national news anchor reveal about ideology, judgment, and leadership under pressure The powerful legacy lessons from the life and career of Catherine O’Hara and what it means to build influence that lasts Why uncontrollable circumstances — like repeated winter storms — test preparation, adaptability, and real leadership How pressure exposes priorities, preparation, and personal leadership capacity Practical leadership insights for business owners, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers navigating uncertain times Whether you’re leading a business, a team, a family, or a community, this episode will challenge you to evaluate how you respond when the pressure is on — and how those responses shape your long-term reputation and legacy. Listen to Episode 667 now and explore more leadership, business, and personal growth content at:👉 https://terrywilson3.com/podcast/667-lemons-legen…s-under-pressure

    12 min
  7. 666 – When Culture, Fear & Your Past Try to Leave Their Mark

    JAN 28

    666 – When Culture, Fear & Your Past Try to Leave Their Mark

    In this powerful and timely Episode 666, Terry Wilson tackles one of the most overlooked forces shaping our lives, leadership, and businesses: who gets to name you. Culture, fear, and your past are constantly trying to leave their mark — assigning labels, limitations, and false identities that quietly shape your decisions, confidence, and future. But leaders don’t live under imposed labels. They live out of chosen identity and calling. This episode flips the script on fear, cultural pressure, and past failures, and challenges you to reclaim the authority to define who you are, what you stand for, and where you’re going. This is not about a number.This is about naming rights. If you’ve ever felt boxed in, mislabeled, underestimated, or defined by where you came from instead of where you’re going — this episode will speak directly to you.  How culture subtly brands you with limits instead of possibilities Why fear doesn’t just block actions — it shapes identity How your past tries to define your future (and how to break free) The biblical difference between a label and a calling Why leaders must intentionally re-brand themselves How to reclaim naming rights over your life and leadership Practical steps to live from calling instead of culture Identity vs. Labels Calling vs. Culture Fear and Self-Concept Leadership and Self-Definition  Genesis 2:19 — Authority and naming 2 Timothy 1:7 — Fear vs. power and sound mind 2 Corinthians 5:17 — New creation, new identity Judges 6 — Gideon: fear vs. God’s name for you Romans 8:30 — Calling precedes justification Proverbs 23:7 — As a man thinks, so is he If you don’t define yourself, someone else will — and most of the time, they’ll define you smaller than God ever intended. Episode 666 is a bold reminder that leadership begins with identity. Your income, influence, confidence, and capacity will always rise or fall to the level of the name you accept for yourself. This episode will help you break free from cultural ceilings, fear-based thinking, and past-based limitations so you can step fully into your calling as a leader, entrepreneur, and difference-maker. If you’re ready to stop living under labels and start living from your calling, connect with Terry and take the next step in your leadership and business journey.  Visit: https://CoachWithTW3.com What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeKey Themes & ScripturesWhy This Episode MattersTake Action

    15 min
  8. 665 — When You Don’t Get the Trumpet: How Detours Shape Destiny

    JAN 26

    665 — When You Don’t Get the Trumpet: How Detours Shape Destiny

    665 — When You Don’t Get the Trumpet: How Detours Shape DestinyWhat if the thing you didn’t want… is the very thing that quietly shapes your future? In Episode 665 of The Terry Wilson 3 Podcast, Terry shares a deeply personal and powerful story from his teenage years — the moment he asked for a trumpet, but was given a trombone instead. What felt like a small disappointment at the time became a defining detour that ultimately influenced his lifelong journey through music, business, leadership, and entrepreneurship. From seeing Phil Driscoll perform live in Gaffney, South Carolina, to being mentored by a trumpet-playing band director, to discovering the legendary horn arrangements of Chicago and James Pankow, Terry unpacks how one unexpected instrument helped develop skills, perspective, and momentum that carried into music retail, production, training, and eventually into building TW3. This episode isn’t just about music — it’s about how progress beats perfection, how God often uses what’s already in your hand, and how detours in business and life can become strategic advantages when you keep moving forward. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why momentum matters more than ideal conditions• How adaptive flexibility fuels long-term success• What psychology teaches about progress vs preference• A biblical perspective on God using what you already have• How business owners can turn detours into differentiation• Why waiting on “perfect” often costs you timing• How small compromises can unlock big outcomes Whether you’re navigating a career shift, building a business, facing a setback, or feeling stuck with less-than-ideal resources, this episode will challenge you to rethink how you view delays, detours, and disappointments. Sometimes, when you don’t get the trumpet… you get the platform. Listen now and be reminded that your destiny may be hiding inside what you didn’t plan.

    13 min
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The TerryWilson3.com Podcast helps entrepreneurs, small business owners, and driven professionals unlock their potential. For 17+ years, Terry Wilson has trained and coached thousands with proven strategies in entrepreneurship, marketing, and leadership. Each episode delivers practical tools, fresh insights, and motivating stories designed to help you earn more, grow faster, and live with purpose. If you’re ready to stop guessing, start growing, and join a community of ambitious achievers, subscribe today to the TerryWilson3.com Podcast—where business leaders come to sharpen their skills and

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