Greatness Machine

233 | Trey Taylor | A CEO Only Does Three Things

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / October 25, 2023 /

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius and Trey delve into the often challenging journey of achieving greatness as a CEO. They also highlight the importance of managing concentration risk, and the importance of values and culture in attaining success.  In this episode, Trey and I talked about: Meet Trey: Trey Taylor is the…

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TGM Classic | Jay Wilkinson | From Unemployment to Entrepreneurship Journey

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / October 23, 2023 /

In today’s episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius chats with Jay Wilkinson, entrepreneur, author, speaker, angel investor, CEO of Firespring, and self-proclaimed “geek with social skills” about the rapidly shifting world of business. In this episode, Jay and I talked about: Meet Jay: Early in life, Jay learned that he couldn’t follow directions and eventually…

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Darius Classic | Why We Are NOT in a Recession

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / October 20, 2023 /

In this episode, you will learn about the US economy, GDP, recession, and why running a country is similar to running a business.  In this episode, I talked about: 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…

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232 | Dr. Sadie Allison | Empowering Your Intimacy: A Deep Dive into Love and Sexuality

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / October 18, 2023 /

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Sadie, exploring her innovative ventures and extensive expertise in the realm of sexual health and wellness. They also delve into the pervasive stigma linked to male vulnerability and sexual performance concerns, emphasizing the need for open dialogues to dispel these…

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TGM Classic | Alana Winter | Born To Be An Entrepreneur

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / October 16, 2023 /

In today’s episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius chats with Alana Winter, serial entrepreneur, creative thinker, founder of MI6 Academy and Stiletto Spy School and guide on the path to self-aware leadership. Her journey has taken her from university admission at 16 to simultaneously being fired by her dad and set up in her own…

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231 | How to Make My Family’s World-Famous Red Spaghetti Sauce

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / October 13, 2023 /

In this special episode of The Greatness Machine, I embark on a culinary journey with my mom, Susan, who is sharing the cherished family heirloom recipe for her remarkable red sauce pasta. This isn’t just another cooking show; it’s a heartwarming tale of preserving traditions and passing on a culinary legacy from one generation to…

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230 | Dr. Gabrielle Lyon | Forever Strong: A New, Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / October 11, 2023 /

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius and Dr. Gabrielle dive deep into the significance of nutrition, the challenges of navigating dietary information, the interconnected nature of physical and mental health, dispelling dietary misinformation, and the importance of understanding essential health principles. In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle and I talked about: Meet Dr. Gabrielle:…

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TGM Classic | Chris Voss | Hostage Negotiation Tactics for Everyday Life

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / October 9, 2023 /

In this episode, we talk to Chris Voss, also known as “The Master Negotiator.”  Chris retired as the lead international kidnapping negotiator for the FBI, is the CEO of the Black Swan Group, and is the author of the national bestseller Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as If Your Life Depended on It, which was…

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Darius Classic | Who’s Living In Your Emotional House?

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / October 6, 2023 /

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is flying solo during his mini-sabbatical/pseudo vacation in Mexico to discuss who’s living in your emotional house and what we’re doing about our past.  In this episode, I talked about: Meet Darius:  Darius is your host of The Greatness Machine. Darius is a mad scientist, high-growth CEO,…

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229 | Christine Sperber | The Power of Community: Creating Impactful Connections

By Darius Mirshahzadeh / October 4, 2023 /

In this episode, Darius and Christine delve into her remarkable journey, transitioning from a career in professional snowboarding to her pivotal role at the Modern Elder Academy (MEA). They discuss MEA’s mission to redefine second adulthood, emphasizing the importance of community and shared wisdom in personal growth. Christine’s authentic passion and transformative experiences come to…

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