Darius Mirshahzadeh

Darius Classic | Why Loyalty Is A Gift You Should NOT Expect

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 24, 2024 /

Today, I am flying solo to look back at the things I have learned about loyalty and its value. I will also reveal what happened when I stopped expecting things from other people and how it reframed my mindset. In this episode, I talked about: Meet Darius:  Darius is your host of The Greatness Machine.…

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279 | Riley Tejcek | How to Become an Olympic Hopeful

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 22, 2024 /

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Riley to talk about her journey as an athlete and a captain in the Marine Corps. This episode will also explore her path to becoming an Olympic hopeful, overcoming self-doubt, and achieving greatness in both sports and military service. In this episode, Riley and…

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TGM Classic | Denise Gosnell | The Vacation Effect – How To Work Half As Much And Make Twice As Much

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 20, 2024 /

In this episode, Darius and Denise talk about workaholicism, the American “grind” culture,” and how it is possible to break free from these mentalities and achieve the freedom mindset. They also discuss how to eliminate the feeling of guilt when pursuing the life you have always dreamed of.  In this episode, Denise and I talked…

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Darius Classic | The First Time I Followed My Calling When I Was 16 Years Old

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 17, 2024 /

Today, I am flying solo to share a story of how I took a big risk to follow my calling at a young age. I will also reveal how my authenticity and determination helped me prove my doubters wrong, how I even inspired others to cherish our uniqueness, and why it’s ok to be different. …

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278 | Brian Evergreen | Autonomous Transformation: Creating a More Human Future in the Era of AI

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 15, 2024 /

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Brian to discuss the evolving landscape of AI and autonomous technology. They explore the potential of AI to reshape industries, eliminate inefficiencies, and create new opportunities, while also addressing concerns about the deflationary impact of automation. In this episode, Brian and I talked about:…

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TGM Classic | Robert Kerbeck | From Hollywood to Wall Street: How Robert Kerbeck Got His Spying Job While Working As An Actor

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 13, 2024 /

In this episode, Darius and Robert dive deep into the world of corporate spying and the most common techniques used in industrial espionage. They also talk about the effects of ransomware attacks on businesses and how these can be prevented.  In this episode, Robert and I talked about: Meet Robert: Robert Kerbeck, a versatile author,…

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Darius Classic | The Greatest Lesson I Ever Learned; How I Discovered The Gift Of Gratitude

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 10, 2024 /

In this episode, I will talk about how I managed to fight the voice of discontent in my head, how I turned from being ungrateful to realizing all the good things in my life, and all the lessons I learned from living an ungrateful life for so long. In this episode, I talked about: Meet…

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277 | Chuck Hall | Crafting a Business with a Heart: The Path to Purpose in Senior Living

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 8, 2024 /

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Chuck Hall to discuss his journey from the construction industry to the senior care sector. Chuck shares how he transitioned from a fee-for-service model to a vertically integrated approach, focusing on providing high-quality care for the elderly. He explains the importance of conscious leadership,…

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TGM Classic | Dane Espegard | The Dream Machine: A Leader’s Guide to Creating Teams of High Performers Who Achieve Extraordinary Outcomes

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 6, 2024 /

In this episode, Darius and Dane discuss why dreams matter, the benefits of having a dream list, how having a “dream culture” can improve the performance of a team, and how leaders can help their members achieve their dreams. They also touch on the topic of best practices for making dreams a reality. In this…

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276 | Happy Birthday to Me: The Top 2 Things I Learned This Year

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / May 3, 2024 /

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, I will dive into the importance of embracing stress to test personal growth and explore how starting a new business brought unexpected challenges. I will also share my struggle with anxiety and my realization about the pitfalls of people pleasing. Join me as I discuss the tools that…

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