Off The Floor

"When I think back on my first year as a professional... I wonder how I survived." If you've ever suffered from acute procrastination, this is your episode.

Nic Walton can fly... and that's not even the best part of his story. Nic was born with a disfigurement in his legs and a surgery to repair them left him paralyzed. He was told he'd never walk again. He told the doctor he would backflip the next time they saw each other. One person got the diagnosis right. Today Nic Walton is one of the most exciting freerunners to follow on Instagram using a blend of incredible physical skill, bravery, modeling, dance, and creativity to create a completely new look to his athleticism. He's turned it into an art. Most importantly, Nic is a perfect lesson for anyone that has ever received bad news and what can happen when your attitude and work ethic overpowers it. You may not be able to fly like Nic Walton but there's no reason why you can't believe in yourself like he does. Episode 17 of Off The Floor: Backflip Your Life with Nic Walton

"You'll never be any good as a dance teacher" certainly isn't the best pep talk in the world... but sometimes the weirdest things can serve as fuel on your journey. In the first in a series of personal tales, Chris Lynam, host of Off The Floor and business owner, shares how he hit rock bottom only to find an activity that became his career. With a mix of stories of basketball and swing dancing, collegiate indecisiveness and references to Joseph Campbell's Heroe's Journey, this unlikely success story is sure to motivate you.

Gary Vaynerchuk has called Claude Silver "the most important person in my organization" and by the end of this interview, you'll understand why. She's the Chief Heart Officer of VaynerMedia, one of the top marketing agencies in the world, and she shares her views on everything from company culture, to hiring questions, and how she landed this job of a lifetime.

Jason Hyland had everything going for him in baseball until addiction derailed him. In less than one year since going into a treatment center, he's written a best selling book and is currently working as a speaker to share his story and powerful message. This episode is a testament to the power of admitting you need help and what can come from it once you do. Jason's book "Stop Thinking Like That" is currently available for pre-order on Amazon and hits all major booksellers on June 1st, 2018. Order a copy today on his website: www.jason-hyland.com ** Updated 5/14 Fixed a post-production error **

What is the "Off The Floor" podcast all about? Where did it originate? Who is Chris Lynam? Listen as Chris tells a bit about his backstory, how he arrived at the name "Off The Floor" and what you can expect in the shows to come. You can catch regular episodes of Off The Floor on iTunes, Soundcloud, and Stitcher and exclusive content on Instagram: @offthefloorcast

You may have never thought to compare your career, creative pursuits, or the learning process to video games, but you probably should. In episode 13 of Off The Floor, we meet Yu-Kai Chou, the world authority on Gamification, a keynote speaker, founder, and author. Not only does he know a lot about video games, but he has mapped the behaviors that make them great, and how you can live a greater life because of them. Visit his site: http://yukaichou.com to buy his book, read his blog, and try his gamified new venture, Octalysis Prime

Carolina Millan is a status quo rebel. After leaving her day job to pursue a career in digital marketing, this social media influencer from South America has developed an authentic personal brand, but she shares the human moments that got her to where she is now. You don't need to be a marketing expert, or have thousands of followers, to appreciate this story. Follow Carolina on all the major social platforms @carolinamillan and check out her blog: www.carolinamillan.net - English www.carolinamillan.com - Spanish

Sonya Looney is a doer. If she wasn't, maybe she wouldn't be the first woman to finish an extreme mountain bike race across the Himalayan mountains. But while she seems to be wired this way, it hasn't always been easy. In her interview on Off The Floor Sonya shares how a professional setback had a dramatic impact on her and what she did to level up because of it. In addition to being a cycling superhero, Sonya is also a Ted speaker, writer, and podcaster. Check out her great website for all the latest updates: www.sonyalooney.com

John G. Miller is the author of a book that has changed my life. The QBQ, or question behind the question, is a personal accountability masterpiece, and he was kind enough to join me on Off The Floor Episode 10. Check arthurmurraylive.com/blog for a full transcript and show notes (coming soon). And be sure to check out www.qbq.com to pick up a copy, or a case, of this book that is sure to change the way you view problems, your role, and how to move past them.

April Monet had dreams of becoming a professional basketball player. What happened next, in the short term, was a tragedy, but what she found in the long term was a triumph. April is the founder of A.M. Elite PR, a public relations agency that works to show the best side of athletes and celebrities, and today on "Off the Floor", we get a chance to shine the spotlight on the person that is paid to shine it on her clients. Not only will you learn a thing or two about Public Relations, but Monet's outlook is something anyone in any industry can benefit from.

Ben Peters isn't just a law student, consultant, or typical guy for that matter. He found a platform in Quora that has helped him grow his business, cope with personal setbacks, and form friendships along the way. In his interview, you'll learn what his advice is for anyone that's stepping outside their comfort zone, whether that's in a hobby, a career, or jumping onto a new social media platform. You don't have to be a Quora user or law student to learn plenty from Ben Peters, but I do recommend that you look him up and read his content.

Caitlyn Woods turned an interest into a passion, and turned that passion into a business. Woods is the founder of Spinjoy, a Sydney Australia based Hula Hoop company that features everything from hoops to hoopers, corporate team building functions, and lessons for people who want to conquer a lifelong dream. On episode 007 of Off the Floor, she shares her origins story and what she's learned while being a teacher and what it takes to make breakthroughs with her students. Check out her website: http://spinjoy.com.au

If you perform in your job, in your hobby, or are just preparing for a first date - you need to listen to this interview with Harvard Business Review author and editor, Dan McGinn. His new book is title "Psyched Up" and he compiled some of the best performers, the best studies, and created the manual for how to help operate at your best when the pressure is on and the audience is watching.

Mike Lee can teach you to play basketball, but he'd prefer to teach you the mindfulness practices to make you a better human. Mike has combined an affinity towards basketball, social media, and the tenacity to overcome personal obstacles to become an author, entrepreneur, and keynote speaker.

If you assume that every rapper has to wear gold chains, drink in public, and disparage women then allow Stevie Dub to show you a different side. He has a story that will inspire you, but what he's done with his opportunity will motivate you to maximize all the positives in your life. Don't miss this episode of Off the Floor, and don't forget to follow StevieDub here on Soundcloud, Instagram, and Twitter.

To the Club Music world, Marcus Homm is a famous DJ from Germany. To the dancing world, Markus Homm is a Latin Dancer with an incredible history, but to the Arthur Murray world... he's just Rudy's brother. We caught up with Marcus Homm, amid his insane "James-Bond-like" travel schedule, to talk about his perspective on how his dancing influenced his music career. He lives an "On the Floor, Off the Floor" life already, and now he's our featured guest in Episode 003. Follow him on Instagram: MarkusHomm

Chef Lizette has cooked for 5 presidents, Nelson Mandela, and Lady Gaga, so there's not much that can rattle her. We caught up with Lizette after frequent @GaryVee related run ins on Twitter and recorded this interview while this chef of 25 years was on her way to work. She shares the advice her mentor, Julia Child, gave her, what she's learned by watching moguls when the cameras aren't around, and how she's been able to build a career through passion, hard work, and kindness. She's an inspiration to non-dancers, non-chefs, and you'd be a non-human if you didn't enjoy what she has to say. So take a listen to the podcast that explores stories about business and pop culture, the struggle to succeed, and the encouraging moments where the scales of the process tip in the right direction. All with a different vantage point. Off the Floor.

Alice Shoots People was the phrase that changed everything. At that point, Alice Cannon made a bold move, prompted by a series of inspiring events, that turned her into one of the most sought after wedding photographers on Instagram, and her personal handle into: "Aliceshootspeople" We caught up with her on the Off the Floor podcast to discuss her journey, why the Utah wedding scene is so crazy, and a little bit of dancing on episode 001 of the podcast that aims to look at the world of business, the road to success, and the challenges of a process from a different viewpoint. From Off the Floor.