Darius Mirshahzadeh
In this first installment of a two-part conversation, host Darius Mirshahzadeh reconnects with longtime friend and industry veteran Jon Irvine, founder and CEO of Westcove Development. The two pick up where they left off after years apart, a reunion sparked when Jon accidentally discovered Darius’s podcast while stuck in LA traffic. What follows is a…
When the pressure is on, the difference between success and failure often comes down to the power of the mind. In this episode, Dr. Michael Gervais, a renowned high-performance psychologist, explores the science of mental mastery and how elite athletes and leaders achieve peak performance. Drawing on years of experience working with some of the…
In today’s episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius discusses a top near and dear to his heart – leadership and the things every leader needs to know in order to be the best leader they can be, no matter their field. You’ll discover a little about Darius’ background and his long-standing desire to be a…
In this deeply personal and insightful episode of The Greatness Machine, host Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with Adam Roa, a viral spoken word poet, executive coach, and author. The conversation explores themes of personal transformation, spiritual awakening, and authentic self-discovery. Both guests openly share their journeys through major life transitions in their 40s, discussing how…
From transforming industries to advocating for sustainability, Leyla Acaroglu is a trailblazer in the world of circular economy and sustainable design. In this episode, Leyla dives into the principles of the circular economy, sharing how businesses can integrate sustainable practices without compromising profitability. She also explores the role of leadership in creating a more responsible…
In business, failure on some level is inevitable. Whether it be a small stumble or a huge mistake, often the greatest business lessons can be found in those dark moments. In today’s episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius shares the story of one of his biggest triumphs, which ultimately led to his biggest failure, and…
In this powerful episode of The Greatness Machine, host Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with Tania Khazaal, founder of The Renewal Collective™, to discuss the growing trend of family estrangement and the path to reconciliation. Tania shares her personal journey from cutting off her own mother to becoming an expert in helping families navigate estrangement. The…
In a world where influence is the key to success, understanding the delicate dance between power and persuasion can make all the difference. In this episode, Adam Galinsky explores the intricate dynamics of leadership, power, and negotiation, shedding light on how individuals can amplify their influence and foster meaningful connections. With a wealth of research-backed…
In today’s episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius dives deep into a subject close to his heart: core values. From a bucket list item in 2010 that spoke of writing a best-selling book to today, Darius has made incorporating core values into business one of his key pieces of advice for entrepreneurs. But it wasn’t…
In this episode of The Greatest Machine, host Darius Mirshahzadeh interviews John Berkowitz, a serial entrepreneur who built multiple successful companies in the real estate and technology sectors. John shares his journey from failed pharmaceutical sales interviews to co-founding Yodle (a company that grew to 1,000 employees and hundreds of millions in revenue), creating OJO…
