Earn The Right To Live Your Dreams

Jessica Cox, the first armless pilot in aviation history, has consistently overcome obstacles to defy the odds in her life.  Cox has gone on to become an international motivational speaker who has spoken in 20 countries and is inspiring people across the world.  In this episode, I sit down with this remarkable human being to talk about elevating expectations and being proactive about going out to achieve great things.  In addition to discussing her journey and obstacles, we touched on the following topic areas:  The good and bad of being armless What it's like to fly and make history The legacy question Advice to be AWESOME This episode is all about helping you eliminate excuses so you can go out and earn the right to live your dreams.  Shift your mindset so your expectation is to become a remarkable human being! If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler place!  Also, be sure to get a copy of my "Impr

Life doesn't always give you what you want.  This was certainly the case for me at the University of North Carolina where I was denied tenure after six years of hard work and sacrifice. When I found out the decision, I felt a wide range of emotions.  I was frustrated, angry, and confused.  But then I eventually got my ego out of the way and searched for the lesson in the situation I was facing. As I pursued the lesson, I realized that being fired from the university was a blessing.  Now almost a year out from the situation, I see that I received four unique gifts from being denied tenure. Gift 1: The need for new challenge Gift 2: The test of toughness Gift 3: The chance to grow Gift 4: Freed up to pursue dreams!!! This episode is all about how to respond to adversity when it comes knocking at your door.  Get back up as quickly as possible and find the lesson in the situation you are facing so you can live your dreams! If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them rea

Manny Ohonme is truly a person who exemplifies servant leadership.  Ohonme, the CEO of Samaritan's Feet, is responsible for starting a movement that has impacted the lives of over 7 million underprivileged children across the world. In this episode, I sit down with the internationally recognized philanthropist, businessman, speaker, and author to talk about pursuing passion and striving to make the world a better place.  In addition to the mission of Samaritan's Feet, we touch on the following areas:  The keys to inspiring others Leading big by example Overcoming opportunistic adversity The legacy question This episode is all about helping you find a passion that you can live for every single day.  Learn about how to serve others and elevate your life to an extraordinary level. If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler place! For more information on the podcast, visit www.coytecooper.com.  Also, be sure t

I used to dread parts of my week on a pretty regular basis.  I focused on the wrong things and as a result I had anxiety that lowered my quality of life and performance levels. Then I learned about the "power of choice" from Tony Robbins and Viktor Frankl.  The moment I took responsibility for my thoughts, I was able to eliminate unwanted feelings so I could maximize efficiency in my life. This episode touches on how you can drastically increase your performance levels and quality of life by following these steps: Be aware of anxiety Identify your limiting beliefs Swap them with proactive thoughts Be excited for "challenges" This episode is all about teaching you to gain control your emotions.  Learn how to approach your days with a positive psychology so you can earn the right to live all of your dreams. If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler place! For more information on the podcast, visit www.coyte

Brent Wise is an award winning educator who is the Director of the Hilliard Innovative Learning Center in Ohio.  As the leader of the school, he has established a unique vision and cleared the path to allow his teachers to cultivate innovation in the classroom. In this episode, I sit down with the "outside-the-box" leader to discuss the concept of establishing a culture where students are passionate about learning.  In addition to the approach at the Hilliard ILC, he touches on the following areas:  The keys to creating culture change How leaders set the tone for innovation Embracing a "freedom to fail" mentality The ideal future for education  This episode is all about how you can create a culture of creative thinking for your family, team, and/or school.  Focus on establishing leadership skills that allow you to elevate others and watch your life explode with abundance! If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUC

I was in my classroom this week and had a sobering realization as I taught my course at UNC.  While striving to engage my students, I realized that a chunk of them are losing the ability to lock in on valuable teaching moments. I don't blame people.  We just have not been cognizant about the costs of technology when we do not learn how to balance it.  The unfortunate thing is we are missing value moments in our life and we don't even realize it. This episode touches on how technology robs us of our ability to be great in our lives.  In addition to touching on the consequences, it outlines four ways you can take your focus back and get back to living an extraordinary life: 1. Pat attention to your technology consumption patterns 2. Calculate the costs of technology 3. Set limitations on key time slots 4. Refuse to be robbed of ability to be great This episode is all about teaching you to balance your use of technology so you can be great in the most important roles in your life.  Learn how to be efficient with

Jim Harshaw is a former NCAA Division I All-American and Head Coach that has gone on to a successful career as a fundraiser in college athletics.  As an entrepreneur, he has started a variety of successful companies and recently did a TEDxCharlottesville talk on overcoming failure. In this episode, I sit down with the speaker, consultant, and podcaster to discuss the concept of facing fears and developing a system to achieve massive success.  In addition to discussing his own personal aspirations, he touches on the following topic areas:  The TEDx speaking experience Best lessons from successful people Biggest obstacles to achieving success Daily struggles to stay sharp This episode is all about how you can elevate your performance levels on a daily basis. Learn how to structure your days from someone who has achieved at a high level in business and sport. If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler place!

Most people have a desire to be great.  They want their lives to stand for something unique.  Yet most people settle because they don't know how to achieve extraordinary things. In this episode, I unveil two key elements you MUST consider if you want to rock your reps and be great in key areas of your life.  The two elements that we discuss in the pursuit to achieve extraordinary things are the following: From growth to great (Invest in YOU) From goals to great (Mastering Practice) By learning how to establish world-class habits in these two areas, you can perform at a crazy high level in your life.  Implement the concepts in the episode and watch your life explode with clarity, happiness, and abundance! If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler place! For more information on the podcast, visit www.coytecooper.com.  Also, be sure to get a copy of my "Impressions: The Power of Personal Branding in Living a

Jim Miller is considered one of the greatest college wrestling coaches of all-time.  As the head coach of the Wartburg Wrestling program, he won 10 NCAA Championships and coached 145 All-Americans.  In this episode, I sit down with the legendary coach to discuss the concept of elevating expectations to cultivate a remarkable winning culture.  In addition to discussing his own personal aspirations, he touches on the following topic areas:  How to be a successful coach Benefits of creating a family culture The most common mistakes leaders make How to perform at a high level each day The role of motivation in leadership This episode is all about how you can achieve remarkable success in your life.  Learn how to elevate your life and how to create a unique team culture from a coach who has led at the highest levels in his sport. If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler place! For more information on the podc

I have met so many people who are worn out.  They are exhausted throughout their days and can't wait until bedtime.  There are others who are achieving at a high level, but end up exhausted because they use high amounts of energy interacting with people. In either instance, it is important that you learn how to refuel your brain if you want to be a high performer.  In this episode, I touch on four steps you can take to avoid being exhausted so you can stay charged as you pursue your aspirations. Refuel your tank regularly Control the bookends of your day Shut down strategically when needed Invest in your ability to handle stress By learning how to keep your body at an optimal state, you can find an entirely new performance level in your daily pursuit.  Implement the four steps in the episode and elevate your life in the immediate future. If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler place! For more informatio

Amanda Stanec is the founder and CEO of Move+Live+Learn where she focuses on inspiring people to use their bodies in an active way that creates energy.  Stanec, who earned her Ph.D. in Kinesiology at the University of Virginia, has written 20 articles and book chapters and created developmental resources for the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation, NFL Play 60, and Boys & Girls of America. In this episode, I chat with Stanec about her passion for impacting kids and the path she has taken to create Move+Live+Learn.  She touches on the following topics while we discuss her journey. Her personal interactions with Jackie Joyner Kersee Overcoming adversity to realize success Being authentic in approach How to live an awesome life This episode is all about inspiring you to be active so you can live a life full of energy and passion.  Get out and be intentional with how you life each day so you can impact others! If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full

Every morning we get out of bed and make a decision about what our life is going to stand for.  The thing is that most people have no idea they are even making a decision, and as a result they default to the status quo.   This is exactly why so many people are not satisfied with their lives.  They are living way below their full potential and this leaves them feeling frustrated and unfulfilled.  The awesome news is that you can do something about it you are willing to take an oath to be extraordinary. In this episode, I outline the four things you MUST choose if you are going to take an oath to be extraordinary and have your life stand for something truly remarkable.   Choose to shun the status quo Choose hard regardless of whether you feel like it Choose to get back up over and over again Choose to earn it every single day of your life By stepping up and committing to a higher standard, you can create a life that you are absolutely charged about.  Check out this episode and transform your life starting tod

Craig Pintens is a Senior Associate Athletic Director at the University of Oregon where he oversees Marketing and Public Relations for one the premier athletic departments in the United States. Pintens, a graduate of the Marquette University School of Law, has gone on to become the NACMA President and is known as having one of the most innovative minds in college athletics. In this episode, I chat with Pintens about his career path and how he has risen to such a prominent position in college athletics.  He also touches on the following topics as he emphasizes the importance of innovation when it comes to success. Creating energy surrounding your product Philosophy for career advancement Creating a culture of innovation Learning how to motivate people This episode is all about helping you access your creativity as you pursue your aspirations.  Learn to create the right culture so you can inspire others and live to your absolute full potential. If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends

Birthdays are milestone events that cause us to reflect on your life.  For some people this is a bad thing and for others this is a great thing.  This entirely depends on your approach to living. In this episode, I touch on the things I am most proud as I reflect on my 35 years of living on this planet.  I also highlight the exact things I want to attract into my life as I move towards future birthdays. The key is to think about exactly what you want your life to stand for and then have the discipline to pursue it every single day.  Do this and every birthday you have will be a celebration of the quality of your life! If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler place! For more information on the podcast, visit www.coytecooper.com.  Also, be sure to get a copy of my "Impressions: The Power of Personal Branding in Living an Extraordinary Life" book on Amazon.

Jayme Thompson is a Beachbody Superstar Diamond coach who is drastically impacting lives on a daily basis via fitness and nutrition. This has led to tremendous success in her professional career as she is a 2x Elite Coach and a Success Club 10 Legend within her company. In this episode, I chat with Thompson about the concept of living at a high level and transforming lives in the process.  She touches on the following topics as she emphasizes the importance of showing people you care when leading them. The challenges of transformation Advice to truly touch lives Honing your hustle Refusing to give in to no's This episode is all about helping you find the next level in your life!  Learn how to master the skill of impacting lives and watch your life explode with abundance! If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler place! For more information on the podcast, visit www.coytecooper.com.  Also, be sure to get a

Goal setting is a skill set that can drastically transform your life.  It is essential that you cultivate this so you get to the point where you believe you can achieve awesome things. In this episode, I outline my "I-SMART" Principle with the six things you should consider when setting your goals.  These are listed below and outlined in-depth in this episode. I - Put the "I" at the front of your goals and OWN them. S - Be Specific about exactly what you want. M - Make sure it Matters so you will fight for it. A - Make it Applicable to your highest aspirations. R - Make sure they are not Reasonable by normal expectations. T - Put a Time frame on it so you will take action. By implementing these elements in to your goal setting process, you give yourself a solid foundation to make great things happen.  But you must be willing to rock your goals out every single day to get extraordinary results. If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential an

Mike Novogratz is a high level financial investor who was named a billionaire by Forbes in 2007 and 2008.  A graduate of Princeton University, he went on to become the President of Goldman Sachs Latin America and the CIO of Fortress Macro Fund. In this episode, I chat with Novogratz about the concept of performing to full potential and winning in life.  He touches on the following topics as he emphasizes the importance of discipline when it comes to success. Personal success drivers Rebounding from failure Staying focused on your vision Living life at a high level This episode is all about helping you find the next level in your life!  Learn how to surround yourself with the right people and how to focus on the right things so you can live your absolute best life! If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler place! For more information on the podcast, visit www.coytecooper.com.  Also, be sure to get a copy o

It is that time of year again where everyone is thinking about the things they want to achieve in their life.  In fact, research has shown that over 40 percent of people will set New Years resolutions. Yet only a small number of people will actually follow through on their intentions.  But you don't have to be a part of the group who settles for the status quo.  You can be remarkably different in how you approach your life. It is possible for you to live your best year ever if you simply follow the five steps outlined in this episode: 1. Get sick...of the status quo, 2. Lock down goals that you LOVE, 3. Roll out accountability reminders, 4. Exterminate any excuses you have, and 5. Fight for it!. Train your mind to shun the status quo so you can become a high performer in key areas of your life in 2015!  Make this the year where you achieve crazy cool things and inspire the people around you because of how much you accomplish! If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help the

Cindy Miller is a former golfer who overcame adversity and limiting beliefs to become an LPGA player.  In addition, following her career, she was named to the Top 50 Women Teachers in America list by Golf Digest Magazine. In this episode, I sit down with this elite athlete to discuss the concept to high performance and how to overcome challenges to reach full potential.  She also touches on her passion to impact lives as a consultant and speaker.  Here are the topics covered in the interview. Overcoming adversity and failure Best lessons learned through competition Taking advantage of opportunities Jumping into your fears and elevating life This episode is all about how you can apply lessons from sport to perform at a high level in all areas of life.  Learn how to shift your mindset so you can take advantage of opportunities that most people see as challenges. If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to share it with friends so we can help them reach their full potential and make the world a MUCH cooler pla

Nobody truly wants to live a mundane life.  You don't intentionally go out and settle for the status quo.  Yet this is exactly what happens to most people in our society. But you don't have to accept this in your life.  It is within your power to choose to go out and live a remarkable life that inspires the people around you to live to their highest potential. In this episode, Dr. Coyte Cooper teaches you how you can go out and become an extraordinary human being that leaves a lasting impression on all the people around you.  He touches on a 5-point "Fundamentals of Memorable Living" system that includes the following steps: Cultivate a passion for being unique Pick the impressions you want to make Become a world-class super model Surround yourself with remarkable people Over deliver and achieve WOW factor By embracing the concepts in this episode, you will put yourself on the path to become a remarkable human being where you deserve to earn your highest aspirations.  The key is to start progressing through