In this episode of Make Good Choices, Marc dives into why everyone seems to lose their damn mind over everything these days. From outrage mobs to online overreactions, it feels like the world’s addicted to drama...and it’s exhausting.Through a mix of humor, common sense, and a touch of stoic philosophy, Marc breaks down how to stay calm when everyone else is spiraling. He shares a few practical ways to keep your perspective of what really matters, and remember that not every headline deserves your heart rate.Take a deep breath. Step away from the chaos. And, as always… Make Good Choices.
In this episode of Make Good Choices, Marc cuts through the noise and says what everyone’s been thinking: people need to calm the f*** down. Not everything is political. Not every disagreement makes someone Hitler. And if we wouldn’t talk to people face-to-face the way we do online, maybe it’s time to rethink how we’re showing up.Marc breaks down the absurd reactions surrounding Charlie Kirk’s memorial and the wild claims of “Nazi rallies,” then offers a grounded perspective rooted in common sense and personal responsibility. He closes with a simple action list...practice gratitude, record your wins, and do something good for yourself and other, and a couple other things you're going to want to hear that will help you stay centered, rational, and focused on what actually matters.ENJOY!
In this episode of Make Good Choices, Marc Z returns to the mic after more than a year to tackle a topic that’s been on many people’s minds: what happened with Charlie Kirk and why it rattled so many. But instead of dwelling in shock, Marc turns to stoic principles, reminding us that rational thought and emotional discipline are timeless tools for navigating uncertainty.He also makes a powerful call to leaders: now is the time to strengthen our resolve, step up, and be the steady force the people around us need. Whether you’re leading a business, a family, or simply yourself, this conversation will challenge you to rise above the noise and lead with clarity.ENJOY!
The only guarantee in life other than death is change. Tune in as I discuss why embracing the changes of life can lead to better living! ENJOY!
You are far more capable than you can ever imagine, but you have to be willing to aim high👊🏽 Tune in for a quick diatribe on pushing your own limits and tapping into those around you. ENJOY!
Drewbie Wilson is a loving husband and father who pushes himself to live in excellence so he can set an example for those around him. At one point in his life, he weighed over 300 lbs before getting focused on his health and losing more than 100 pounds without fad diets or weight loss drugs. An action taker with his finger on the pulse, who focuses on service to others above all else, leading him to produce more than seven figures in revenues no matter what industry he has worked in. Not one to turn away from a challenge, he looks to get out of his comfort zone as much as possible. From tech support in a software startup to Vice President of a multi-million dollar consulting company, he understands what it means to start at the bottom and work his way to the top. A servant first, operating with utmost integrity and humility, but not afraid to tell it like it is. Confidence and empathy are his superpowers. By going all-in on every area of life, he strives to inspire success-driven winners to become the most elite version of themselves. How does he do it? Living by the motto... "Crush The Day Before It Crushes You!" Connect w/ Drewbie in all the ways by visiting https://www.drewbiewilson.com/press-kit
If we pay attention, life lessons are all around us. For you parents out there, Bluey is a cartoon well worth watching. I found myself being taken to school on a recent episode, so tune in and learn a great technique I believe ALL of us can use👊🏽 ENJOY!
On this episode I had the pleasure of interview my friend Adam Niec. Adam is the founder of Rate Tracker - a Software Company, Payment Processor, and Business Lender. But more than that he's a husband, a father, a person passionate about helping small businesses, and just a good human. We had a great conversation about the journey from employee to business owner, and all the personal and professional ups and downs that come with the territory. Follow Adam on the Gram @thepaymentsdude and connect with him at www.adamniec.phonesites.com ENJOY!
If you're a parent, you want to listen to this. Perspective is everything. Parenting small crazy people who live in your house can be tiring, exhausting, aggravating, frustrating, and all the other things. But it damn sure is worth it. Tune in for a quick story about my sweet baby Maximus and how I turned tired into JOY. Aaannnddd LISTEN!
Tony Whatley is a 20+ year serial entrepreneur, business coach, best-selling author, podcast host, and speaker. He is Co-Founder of LS1Tech, an online automotive performance community which grew into the largest of its kind. This website grew to over 300,000 registered members and 150 advertising accounts, and was later sold for millions, in only 5 years. Amazingly… it was just his part-time business! Tony shares his mindset and business strategies within his Amazon #1 best-selling book, Side Hustle Millionaire, and teaches people how to startup, scale, and exit their companies. With his previous oil/gas profession, managing $100M+ international projects, he consults small businesses on how to benefit from his expertise in processes, systems, and leadership. His purpose is to help people gain the knowledge and courage to take action. He strives to help others become the best version of themselves. When not performing the work that he loves, you can usually find Tony and his wife Lisa travelling the world, or racing cars. Connect with Tony at instagram.com/365driven and https://www.facebook.com/tony.whatley.1
For as long as I can remember, I've heard people searching for balance in life. Well, I gots news for you...there's no such thing! Tune in for some very biased thoughts on this topic and what I believe we should actually be striving for. ENJOY!
Adam McChesney is a serial entrepreneur based in St. Louis, MO. Originally a medical device sales rep, he transitioned into entrepreneurship full-time during the pandemic in July 2020. He was tired of going through the motions and always knew that there was something more to life, other than just money and nice things. Having the entrepreneurial bug, an opportunity to go into digital marketing full-time seemed like the right move. Since going out on his own, Adam has leveraged his skillset of digital marketing to grow multiple companies at this point. He is a Partner/VP of Growth at Hite Digital and Co-Owner of Auto Glass Repair of STL. After building a 7-figure agency with personal branding, Adam decided to launch Builders of Authority, which is a mastermind for entrepreneurs looking to take their personal brands to the next level. Adam is married to his wife Delaney, and they have 1 child, a newborn baby boy named Murphy. To learn more about Adam, connect with him in the following places: adammcchesney.com hitedigital.com/st-louis https://www.instagram.com/adamlmcchesney/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-mcchesney-b21b1256/ https://www.facebook.com/adam.mcchesney.3 https://www.tiktok.com/@adamlmcchesney https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/entrebrewer/id1610240971 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpVEiZC31oJ8Wzs16Dqm50A
It seems we all have something to say these days, myself included😬 But is it necessary? Are we talking to talk or do we actually have a message that needs to be delivered? Tune in for some Stoic thoughts on the things we all feel need to be said. ENJOY!
There are so many things in this world to distract you from what you want to be focused on. Tune in as I discuss how we can all get a little better at limiting the external and stay consistent towards the things we want in life. ENJOY!!
In this episode I had the privilege of interviewing Tommy DeLong. From humble beginnings in a trailer house, Tommy was an athlete growing up and played multiple sports. His father and grandfather were in construction, so he grew up with that being a constant influence in his life. After college he pursued sports marketing, but eventually got back into outdoor living construction, in which he has grown his current company from zero to over 2 million in 2.5 years. He's a husband and father, he loves Jesus and reading, and enjoys coaching his sons in youth sports. You can connect with Tommy by going to https://linktr.ee/tommydelong ENJOY!!
Over 2 years in the making, The Joy Code is a project I've been working on diligently for the last few months. Like many businesses, trial and error and exploration are necessary to hone in on the right message and the right offer to make the type of impact I desire to make. Web pages and social media posts are great, but I want y'all to HEAR this message. Once you do, if you're interested in learning more, send an email to info@thejoycode.net and I'll get back to you asap. ENJOY!
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Dustin Magley. Dustin is a husband, a father, a business owner, an athlete, and a dude who likes to party! From a less-than-ideal childhood, Dustin made a good choice to change the path he was on and become the father and family leader he didn't experience as a child. Tune in to this wide-ranging and fun conversation of a passionate human getting the most out of life. ENJOY!! You can learn more about Dustin by following him on the Gram at https://www.instagram.com/dirtmagley/ and check out his company at https://hireorangedoor.com/
What if this was it? What if this was the last day you were alive? Tune in as I provide a little perspective on the contemplation of your own demise and how you can use it to your advantage to live a more joyful life. ENJOY!
On this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Tyler Schmoker. Tyler is a retired Army Combat Arms Senior Noncommissioned Officer, former Paramilitary Advisor, and Strategic Projects Consultant to Fortune 500s. He has worked in Corporate Security, Strategy, Project/Program Management, & Tech. Tyler is an avid Alpine Climber & Endurance Athlete. He is also the Founder & Principal at Winsly LLC, a High-Performance Coaching, Consulting, and Advisory Services Firm. When the going gets tough, the tough choose Winsly 🟢 Connect with Tyler on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-schmoker-76997756/
Yes it's been a while, but sometimes life happens and when it does, you do what you gotta do. But I'm back with a plan of attack, some awesome guests lined up, and ready to run my mouth for the long haul. Let's do this!!