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Competitive Edge Podcast

Brian Coveybriancovey.com
The Competitive Edge podcast – where champions aren't just born, they're made. Hosted by Brian Covey – former pro athlete turned high-performance executive, speaker, and coach who's mastered the art of staying at the top of the game. He'll bring you trailblazers, industry leaders, and game-changers who push boundaries, break limits, and never settle for less. From achieving peak performance to building an unstoppable mindset, the Competitive Edge podcast is your ultimate guide to rise, compete, and win in every area of your life. So ask yourself… are you ready to find your edge?
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Episodes

Ep 54 - Brian Ward :: Dad UP!!

This week’s episode of the Brian Covey Show features creator of Dad Up Podcast, Bryan Ward! LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE AND SUBSCRIBE: www.briancovey.com Pickup Brian’s new book, “Conversations with Covey”: https://tinyurl.com/y4h4jvhp Ward talks about fatherhood, how to balance all aspects of life while building his brand, and how he’s helped and continues to help other dads find their balance. Bryan Ward is a husband and proud father of two sons. He is a Marine Corps Veteran and has spent the last ...

Aug 27, 202140 minSeason 2Ep. 54

Ep 53 - Jim McCarthy :: Be *THEM* Centric

This week’s episode features Brian guesting on Jim McCarthy’s podcast, “What’s Your Problem?” LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE AND SUBSCRIBE: www.briancovey.com Pickup Brian’s new book, “Conversations with Covey”: https://tinyurl.com/y4h4jvhp In today’s episode, Brian and Jim get real about the notion of “It’s always something” that keeps Middle Tennessee business owners and professionals on their toes. In particular, it’s leading to focus on solutions and not dwelling on problems. Follow Jim: www.whatsyo...

Aug 16, 202150 minSeason 2Ep. 53

Ep 52 - Mark Drager :: DO the Hard Things

This week’s episode features none other than Mark Drager. Having a top rated podcast, “We Do Hard Things,” Drager is an inspiration to his listeners. LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE AND SUBSCRIBE: www.briancovey.com Pickup Brian’s new book, “Conversations with Covey”: https://tinyurl.com/y4h4jvhp In today’s episode we dive deep into how to overcome the negative obstacles that can block you from your goals in life. “The things that will catch you off guard, the life moments that smack you in the head, the...

Aug 02, 202139 minSeason 2Ep. 52

Ep 51 - Eric Silverman :: Progress Over Perfection

Conversations With Covey :: Are you putting yourself in environments that will foster success? Today’s featured guest on The Brian Covey Show is the one & only Eric Silverman! LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE AND SUBSCRIBE: www.briancovey.com Pickup Brian’s new book, “Conversations with Covey”: https://tinyurl.com/y4h4jvhp On this episode we cover a lot of topics, one of them being: DON’T OVERTHINK IT! Silverman goes into depth about the strategies he’s used to grow his business, social media, and lif...

Jul 26, 202136 minSeason 2Ep. 51

Ep 50 - Conversations With Covey :: Are you putting yourself in environments that will foster success?

On this episode, Brian dives into what it means to say no to your feelings and say yes to what we believe is possible for us. What’s comfortable for us isn’t always going to be the thing we need to move forward and succeed. “The more that we put ourselves in these situations that allow us to be in an environment that foster success, the more success we will have.” -Brian Covey LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE AND SUBSCRIBE: www.briancovey.com Pickup Brian’s new book, “Conversations with Covey”: https://ti...

Jul 19, 20216 minSeason 2Ep. 50

Ep 49 - Casey Clark :: A Goalkeeper’s Take on Specialty Positions In Your Business

Casey Clark is a native of Denair, California, where he grew up on a cattle ranch. He began playing youth soccer at the age of six. He played for Turlock Fire Elite, competing in the NorCal Premiere Division. Among the achievements during his high school soccer career were Team MVP, Captain, State Cup Champion, and NOMADS Goalie Wars Champion. LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE AND SUBSCRIBE: www.briancovey.com Pickup Brian’s new book, “Conversations with Covey”: https://tinyurl.com/y4h4jvhp Clark played co...

Jul 12, 202135 minSeason 2Ep. 48

Ep 47 - Brian Bogert :: EMBRACE THE PAIN TO AVOID THE SUFFERING

Achieving a meaningful life calls for a few sacrifices to be handled by your authentic self. If you embrace the pain, you can avoid severe suffering later on. Brian Covey is joined by human behavior and performance coach Brian Bogert . They discuss the required discipline in overcoming small challenges that bring forth significant victories in life. Brian explains how keeping true to yourself and trusting other people's advice can hone your adaptability and flexibility, regardless of what may co...

Jun 21, 202145 minSeason 2Ep. 47

Selling From The Heart: Getting In Touch With Yourself Before Selling To Your Clients With Larry Levine

We don’t realize it, but we are all salespeople in some way, shape, or form! Bestselling author Larry Levine talks with Brian Covey about what it means to be “selling from the heart.” Larry and Brian discuss what that means and how we can adapt ourselves to connect and relate with each other. It may take us out of our comfort zone, but that is the only way to grow! Let’s not forget that making sales is about connecting with your customer. Discover how you can be in tune with yourself so you can ...

Jun 18, 202145 minSeason 2Ep. 45

Ep 46 - Billy Brown :: Unflinching Failure

Are you noticing in today's lending climate, most all lenders look, sound, and think the same? Maybe you are trying to grow your business or real estate investing and you don't know how and what lending options are available to you? Today’s guest, Billy Brown , an Amazon Bestselling Author for Success Habits of Super Achievers , syndicator, investor, strategist, and creative lender, talks with Brian Covey about these things and how to get those questions answered. Billy went from being a pro gol...

Jun 13, 202139 minSeason 2Ep. 46

44 - Building Personal Relationships With Your Team And Clients With Bill Gaylord

It is important to connect with your team and your clients to achieve success. If it’s with your team, you want a diverse and fun team of people that are all striving to achieve one goal. If it’s with your clients, you want to make them happy. Discover new market trends, online videos, try different social media platforms. Your host, Brian Covey will talk about all those things and more with the loanDepot rock star, Bill Gaylord. Bill is one of the leaders of the Gaylord-Hansen Mortgage Team at ...

Jun 09, 202137 minSeason 2Ep. 44

Ep 45 - Selling From The Heart: Getting In Touch With Yourself Before Selling To Your Clients With Larry Levine

We don’t realize it, but we are all salespeople in some way, shape, or form! Bestselling author Larry Levine talks with Brian Covey about what it means to be “selling from the heart.” Larry and Brian discuss what that means and how we can adapt ourselves to connect and relate with each other. It may take us out of our comfort zone, but that is the only way to grow! Let’s not forget that making sales is about connecting with your customer. Discover how you can be in tune with yourself so you can ...

Jun 08, 202145 minSeason 2Ep. 45

Ep 44 - Building Personal Relationships With Your Team And Clients With Bill Gaylord

It is important to connect with your team and your clients to achieve success. If it's with your team, you want a diverse and fun team of people that are all striving to achieve one goal. If it's with your clients, you want to make them happy. Discover new market trends, online videos, try different social media platforms. Your host, Brian Covey will talk about all those things and more with the loanDepot rock star, Bill Gaylord . Bill is one of the leaders of the Gaylord-Hansen Mortgage Team at...

May 31, 202137 minSeason 2Ep. 44

Steve Weatherford: How A Relationship With God Changed His Life

Even though you achieve your greatest goals, you may still feel empty if a meaningful relationship with God is non-existent. In this episode of The Brian Covey Show, special guest Steve Weatherford talks about putting super in your natural by taking away toxic things in your life that have been filling that God-sized hole in your life. He looks back on how his Super Bowl win still drove him into depression and anxiety because of his many addictions and selfish mindset. Steve credits his transfor...

May 24, 202157 minSeason 2Ep. 43

Ep 41 - Jeff Lopes :: 3 Skills To Success

There are three skills to success every single high school needs to start injecting into their curriculum: sales, networking, and public speaking. In this episode, Brian Covey’s guest emphasizes that if you can master these three skills, no matter what you do, you’ll be successful in life. Jeff Lopes is a bestselling author and founder of 7 & 8 Figure Corps. Join in the conversation as Jeff and Brian also chat about balancing family life, health, and business. Unpack the knowledge you need t...

May 21, 202149 minSeason 2Ep. 41

Ep 02 - Brittany Hodak :: How to Create Super Fans

In this episode, Brian interviews an international keynote speaker and award-winning business leader, Brittany Hodak. Entrepreneur calls her an “expert at creating loyal fans for your brand,” and she is widely regarded as the “go-to source” on creating and retaining superfans. Brittany is the co-founder of The Superfan Company, a multimillion-dollar fan-engagement agency that has created successful campaigns and products for globally known brands including Walmart, Disney, Amazon, Luke Bryan, Ka...

May 20, 202149 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Ep 03 - Christine Beckwith :: How to Transform Your Career with Christine Beckwith

In this episode, Brian interviews a best-selling author, speaker, and powerhouse mortgage professional, Christine Beckwith. Christine has broken glass ceilings and raised the bar for women in the mortgage industry for generations to come. An active member of MBA’s mPower Community, she is recognized for her editorial economic publications and guidance to mortgage industry professionals. In 2019, she became the first female anchor for the Mortgage Network News show and released her third book, Wi...

May 20, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 3

005 - Richard Mulligan :: Becoming an Attractive Leader

In this episode, Brian interviews a master recruiting coach, keynote speaker, and prime example of attractive leadership, Richard Milligan. ****SUBSCRIBE to get updated on new episodes!www.briancovey.com Richard is a high growth specialist that coaches for mortgage companies nationally. He has been responsible for opening and managing more than 20 mortgage offices throughout the United States. In 2014 Richard formulated a system responsible for helping other Branch Managers build strong branches...

May 20, 202145 minSeason 1Ep. 5

007 - Alec Hanson :: Going All In

In this episode, Brian interviews Modern Lending podcast host, Alec Hanson, about what it takes to be a modern leader and going all in for their teams. Subscibe at www.briancovey.com

May 20, 202148 minSeason 1Ep. 7

006 - Ricky Carruth :: Going from Zero to Diamond

In this episode, Brian interviews TOP producing realtor in the Alabama/Florida Gulf Coast, pioneer in free realtor coaching, and founder of Zero to Diamond coaching program, Ricky Carruth. *****LISTEN to and subscribe for future episodes at www.briancovey.com He has built an incredible real estate business based on the core values of creating strong relationships and being a servant to others. Now, he wants to give back to the real estate community by helping new and experienced agents who want ...

May 20, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Ep 04 - Rene Rodriguez :: Being a Lighthouse During a Storm

In this episode, Brian interviews a dynamic keynote speaker, leadership advisor, world class sales expert, and renowned speaker coach, Rene Rodriguez. A captivating, high-energy speaker, Rene is in high demand for annual events, conventions, and keynote speeches. He has shared the stage with the likes of Tony Robbins, George W. Bush, Magic Johnson, Ken Blanchard, and Jeffery Gitomer to name a few. ****LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE to The Brian Covey Show atwww.briancovey.com His company has trained more ...

May 20, 202138 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Ep 08 - Raul Villacis :: How to Level Up

In this episode, Brian talks with one of his mentors and coaches, Raul Villaciis, about what it means to level up in life. ****LISTEN to this episode and subscribe at www.briancovey.com

May 20, 202125 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Ep 10 - How EQ Impacts Culture with Nada Lena

In this episode, Brian talks to soft skills coach and expert, Nada Lena. She is the founder and CEO of Rise Up For You, a company that fosters personal and professional growth amongst individuals and companies. She is an Executive Leadership and Career Confidence Coach, Post-Secondary Educator, and a TEDx Speaker. LISTEN and subscribe at www.briancovey.com Nada has been featured on over 50 podcasts and radio shows and has also been a motivational and educational speaker on platforms such as TEDx...

May 20, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Ep 11 - Jeremy Forcier :: Finding Your Online Voice

In this episode, Brian talks to Jeremy Forcier about his quarantine experience and finding your voice online. LISTEN to this and other episodes and subscribe at www.briancovey.com With more than a decade of experience, Jeremy has helped thousands of clients achieve and maintain their dream of home ownership. Recognizing that homebuyers face numerous and often confusing decisions, Jeremy walks his clients through every step to ensure they select the mortgage that best meets their current and futu...

May 20, 202138 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Ep 12 - Matt Newman :: Starting at the Finish Line

Matthew S. Newman, has been in the financial services industry since 1997 and is a father to three small children, was diagnosed with grade three astrocytoma (brain cancer) at 39 years old. Matthew's memoir, LISTEN to this episode and subscribe at:www.briancovey.com Starting At The Finish Line, chronicles the journey that he and his entire family took together which got him to a place of clarity, understanding and appreciation. The book's underlying message of why it's important to get your fina...

May 20, 202138 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Ep 13 - Victor Maya :: Conquering Yourself

In this episode, Brian talks to author, mentor, and growth expert Victor Maya. ****SUBSCRIBE at www.briancovey.com With over 10 years of experience building his companies into million dollar ventures, Victor is a nationwide voice for culture building and positive thinking, enabling minorities to structure their lives and businesses for success. Victor operates on a frequency that his partners and customers can resonate with. In this episode you’ll learn:The importance of a great team and systems...

May 20, 202141 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Ep 14 - Evan Stewart :: Becoming the Chief Joy Officer in Your Company

In this episode, Brian talks to world-renowned life, business strategist, and Founder and Chief Evangelist for Obsessed Academy™, Evan Stewart. Through a unique blend of professional, personal, and spiritual development, Evan Stewart is sought after for sound counsel regarding clarity, purpose, giftedness, calling, and obsession, in addition to his expertise in scaling companies and driving profits for small, mid-market, and corporate organizations. His proprietary training systems, ability to r...

May 20, 202141 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Ep 09 - Micheal Burt :: Activating Your Prey Drive

In this episode, Brian interviews top business coach, keynote speaker and author Coach Micheal Burt. ****LISTEN to this episode and subscribe at www.briancovey.com Coach Burt is considered “America’s Coach,” a unique blend of a former championship basketball coach combined with a deep methodology of inner-engineering people to produce at a higher level in the business world. Coach Burt found his unique voice early in life at the age of 15 by starting his basketball coaching career with a junior ...

May 20, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Ep 15 - Anthony Hseih :: Relationship is Important, Popularity is Not

In this episode, Brian talks to loanDepot founder and CEO, Anthony Hsieh. *****LISTEN to this episode and SUBSCRIBE at www.briancovey.com Anthony Hsieh is a first-generation American and self-made entrepreneur. Born in Taiwan, he immigrated to the United States with his parents when he was a young child. As the family’s appointed representative, Anthony became adept at negotiating major purchases while also managing larger financial decisions at a very young age. These early life experiences lef...

May 20, 202131 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Ep 16 - Rocky Garza :: Who are YOU, really?

In this episode, Brian talks to people and culture development expert, Rocky Garza. Rocky is a professional speaker and workshop leader dedicated to helping you understand what it means to be human and challenges audiences to consider their motivations, inspirations, and fears. *****LISTEN to this episode and subscribe at www.briancovey.com***** He reminds leaders, teams, and organizations that every person is, at their core, just a human. Rocky explores relationship management and humanity thro...

May 20, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 16
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