In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with award-winning documentary filmmaker, five-time author, and entrepreneur coach Philip McKernan for a raw, unscripted conversation about the difference between talents and gifts, the hidden cost of entrepreneurial ambition, and what it truly means to make an impact. In a standout moment, Philip turns the tables and conducts a live, unrehearsed coaching session with Darius, uncovering a deeply personal story about his late father that points toward Darius’s most meaningful, yet unwritten, work. The episode is part masterclass in deep listening, part honest self-examination, and a powerful reminder that our greatest gifts often live right next to our deepest wounds.
In this episode, Darius and Philip will discuss:
- (00:00) Introduction to Philip McKernan
- (01:14) The Journey of Personal Growth
- (04:55) Navigating Life Beyond Traditional Education
- (09:55) The Accidental Coach
- (11:31) Discovering Unique Gifts
- (20:41) Creating Lasting Impact
- (23:22) The Power of Personal Stories
- (26:04) Transforming Pain into Purpose
- (29:28) The Journey of Entrepreneurs
- (30:43) From Personal Success to Global Impact
- (32:37) Navigating the Balance of Business and Impact
- (35:05) The Role of Money in Creating Change
- (39:12) Leveraging Resources for Greater Good
- (42:27) Mindfulness and Emotional Mastery
- (49:11) The Importance of Sharing Your Message
Meet Philip:
Philip McKernan is an entrepreneur, author, documentary filmmaker, and mentor who works with entrepreneurs around the world to help them connect with the work they were truly meant to do. He has traveled to 85 countries, written five books, built an orphanage in Peru, and founded BraveCastle, a 500-year-old castle in Ireland that hosts soul-searching entrepreneurs and EO retreats. His pioneering SoulSet™ philosophy helps entrepreneurs uncover their unique gifts and use them to create meaningful impact.
Meet Darius:
Darius is your host of The Greatness Machine. Darius is a mad scientist, high-growth CEO, serial entrepreneur, author, conscious capitalist, speaker, and entertainer. Darius is on a quest to create 1,000,000 Core Value Driven Organization by 2030. He is calling this “The Core Value Revolution.” Darius is an alumni of the Birthing of Giants Entrepreneurial Program at MIT and Stagen Integral Leadership Program. Darius’s accolades include being ranked #9 Top Rated CEO in America on Glassdoor, has won numerous Stevie Awards, and has founded and grown organizations that have been ranked #40 in the Inc. 500 and were ranked #3 Best Places to Work By the San Francisco Business Time. He is all about the P’s: Passion, Pizza, Puzzles, and, especially, Pink Unicorns. His book, The Core Value Equation, is an Amazon #1 Best Seller and is available at www.thecorevalueequation.com.
The Greatness Machine shares lessons on how to framework your drive for results, create limitless space, and win the war on talent.
My team and I are on a mission to help YOU create a cultural revolution. I want to teach you how to build a core value driven organization.
#GreatnessMachine
Make Greatness Happen!
———————————————————
LET’S CONNECT!
Facebook: @therealdariusm
Instagram: @imthedarius
Twitter: @kingdarius
LinkedIn: @dariusmirshahzadeh
———————————————————
Don’t let your Core Values become a company artifact! Learn how to make Core Values the language of your organization. Pre-order my book The Core Value Equation found at the link below
———————————————————
Recent Episodes
450 | Sterling Griffin | Why the Best Opportunities Aren’t Always Given to You
TGM Classic | Dr. Geoff Smart | Why Most Hiring Practices Fail–and What Actually Works
