“ Every morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most .” Buddha Rich Diviney is a bestselling author, leadership and human performance expert, and retired Navy SEAL commander. In a career spanning more than 20 years, he completed more than a dozen overseas deployments and was involved with selecting the best military operators for an all-star team of the most specialized performers. Since retiring from the Navy, Rich has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with Si...
Feb 21, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 124
“ If I were to point to one key to success in ALL domains, it's the ability to delay gratification ." — Rich Diviney (Navy SEAL commander) Welcome back to Win the Day Wednesday! In this minisode, we're going to talk about your role as a Decision Architect and what you can do to set up your entire environment for success... _ Links mentioned in this episode: 🏔️ How to Succeed in Uncertainty with Rich Diviney (Ep 124): Coming soon! 🧲 Accelerated Intelligence with Shaahin Cheyene (Ep 113): https:...
Feb 15, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 123
“ You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. ” – Wayne Gretzky Steve Sims is a master at making the extraordinary happen... Growing up in East London, Steve began his career as a bricklayer for his family’s construction company, but grew tired of the long hours and low salary. He committed to surrounding himself with people who had more money, and were having more fun, and that’s exactly what he did. As his network expanded, Steve launched luxury concierge company, Bluefish, that made once in a ...
Feb 07, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 122
"Cooperate with the inevitable. " — Dale Carnegie How you respond to adversity when it inevitably strikes is what separates ordinary people from extraordinary achievers... In this episode, we're going to talk about the lens you should adopt when faced with adversity — and what you can do to equip yourself for the tough times before they happen. If you enjoy it, please: 💕 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3b29Q2U 🙏 Leave a 5-star rating on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cKIDT6 🧲 S...
Feb 01, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 121
This time last year was one of the most difficult periods in my entire life... It wasn't just testing positive to covid on the day my wife was due to give birth (true story), it was the overwhelming burden of unrealistic expectations, an infant and toddler with significant sleep and health challenges, and being spread thin with business commitments. I'm on day 550 of a consecutive daily journal and it's quite a gripping read to see what we were faced with at this time last year! But 2023 is a co...
Jan 25, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 120
“ Before you heal someone, ask them if they’re willing to give up the things that made them sick .” — Hippocrates Hey Winners, welcome to our first episode for 2023! To help you make this your best year yet, download a free copy of my Success Plan Template : https://jameswhitt.com/the-foundation-of-every-great-success [FREE DOWNLOAD] It's been revised and updated for 2023. It's also available as a Google Doc or Google Sheet so you can select whichever option is best for you — and download your S...
Jan 17, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 119
In Episode 117, I revealed 10 of this year's best moments from the Win the Day podcast for you to finish the year with some mega inspiration... Today's episode is our second and final part of the best Win the Day moments from 2022. It's also the final episode for 2022! (We'll be back on 10th January 2023.) Thank you, from a very full heart, for all your support throughout the year. I hope you have an amazing holiday season with your family and friends. Remember to jump into the Win the Day Faceb...
Dec 20, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 118
" Each day, if you do not make the decision to win , you've automatically made the decision to lose ." Whether it’s been a fun year or a tough year for you, remember that the best way to enter the New Year is with: An idea of what you want to achieve; and A bulletproof plan to make it happen. That’s what we’re going to give you today… In this episode we'll reveal the 10 best moments from the Win the Day podcast in 2022 so you can use them as inspiration – and in next week's episode we'll give yo...
Dec 13, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 117
“ Reading is essential for those who seek to rise above the ordinary. Miss a meal, but don’t miss a book. ” – Jim Rohn Welcome to my fifth annual holiday gift guide! Each year, I share the books that have made the biggest impact on my life throughout the year, and I know they’ll do the same for you or for someone else if you’re giving them as a gift. Let's WIN THE DAY! _ Video version of this episode: 🎬 https://youtu.be/me_9_lisITk Blog version: 📖 https://jameswhitt.com/the-ultimate-holiday-gi...
Dec 06, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 116
“ The most difficult thing is the decision to act; the rest is merely tenacity. ” — Amelia Earhart If you’re a parent, you’ll know how difficult it can be to get healthy food for your children, especially with so much deception in the food industry. But what you may not know is that scientists consider nutrition in the first 1,000 days of a child’s life to be the most important environmental factor in human development . Pregnant with her second child — and unhappy with the food options availabl...
Nov 29, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 115
Today we’re talking about the attitude of gratitude. Not the bullsh*t airy-fairy stuff that you see on Instagram, but real gratitude. It’s one of the most studied areas in positive psychology and is one of the simplest actions you can take to improve the quality of your life right now... _ Links mentioned in this episode: 🍏 How to Live, Love and Lead with Gabby Reece (Ep 43): https://jameswhitt.com/how-to-live-love-and-lead-with-gabby-reece 🪄 Finding Mastery with Dr Michael Gervais (Ep 61): ht...
Nov 23, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 114
“ Champions don't show up to get everything they want; they show up to give everything they have. ” — Alexander den Heijer After fearing for their lives during the Iranian Revolution of 1978, Shaahin Cheyene’s family fled the country – leaving everything behind – and eventually found a new home in Los Angeles, California. At 15 years old, Shaahin left home with nothing but the clothes on his back. A few short years later, he kickstarted the “smart drug” movement and was at the helm of a business...
Nov 15, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 113
I just got back from an incredible weekend at the Pathfinder Mastermind in Austin, TX. It's my favorite mastermind as an attendee (I haven't missed it since first attending it four year ago) and I got a LOT of takeaways. In this episode, I'm going to hook you up with all the best things I've learned. Remember, a single idea implemented can make all the difference... Once you've listened to the episode, drop a comment in the Win the Day group to let me know your favorite takeaway. _ Help someone ...
Nov 09, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 112
“ A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives. ” — Jackie Robinson Joshua Kalinowski is a former pro baseball player who empowers people to live a life of exceptional impact, influence, and faith. His athletic career, which culminated in playing for the Colorado Rockies MLB team, taught him how taking risks, being disciplined, and committing to a larger vision all helped overcome short-term adversity and make incremental progress on your dreams. Today, Josh is the CEO of M...
Nov 01, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 111
There's a LOT of hype around podcasting to this day, as there should be, so in this episode I'm going to share 10 lessons from making it to 100 podcasts that can help you on your journey. If you don’t have a podcast or have no interest in having a podcast, this is probably not the best episode for you so go and check out one of the other episodes in our catalog. But if you do want to build your authority, grow your income, and establish relationships at the highest level , you’ll get a ton of va...
Oct 26, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 110
“ I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free. ” — Michelangelo Dr Mark Goulston is one of the world’s top communication experts. As a professor of psychiatry at UCLA for over 25 years – and a former FBI and police hostage negotiation trainer – Dr Goulston’s expertise has been forged and proven in the crucible of real-life, high stakes situations. He’s a corporate consultant for some of the world’s most renowned organizations – including Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch, Disney, an...
Oct 18, 2022•1 hr 43 min•Season 1Ep. 109
Let's answer some questions from the Win the Day community! To submit your question to be covered on the next episode, send us an email to info@jameswhitt.com. In this episode: How can I get confident on camera? I’m on a motivation rut. How do I get out of it? Do you ever have trouble sleeping because you can’t switch your brain off? If so, how do you handle it? What do you do to find balance with family, career, and health? I have a book coming out soon. What’s the best way to get my friends to...
Oct 12, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 108
“ Change is painful, but nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don't belong. ” — Mandy Hale There’s been a lot of hype in the last few years about the metaverse and Web 3.0. A lot of confusion, misconceptions, and misinformation. Our guest today is here to help us navigate all that – and then some... Kirin Sinha is the Founder and CEO of Illumix, one of the world's leading augmented reality (AR) companies. Kirin has degrees in electrical engineering, computer science, and mathemat...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 107
Real leadership is about leadership of self . That determines your beliefs, which determines your actions, which determines your relationships. In this episode, I'm going to share a personal story from a horrible leader I once had — and what you need to do to make sure you can strengthen the bond you have with all those around you. _ Help someone else Win the Day: 💕 Leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3b29Q2U 🙏 Leave a 5-star rating on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cKIDT6 _ ...
Sep 28, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 106
“ If you are going through hell, keep going. ” — Winston Churchill You've heard of 007. Well, today we get to sit down with a real life ‘00’... Ollie Ollerton is a UK Special Forces operative, 4x bestselling author, and star of hit television series’ SAS: Who Dares Wins and SAS Australia . His military career began at the age of 18 when he joined the Royal Marine Commandos and toured operationally in Northern Ireland and Iraq. After five years as a Commando, Ollie was recommended for SAS Special...
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 105
Stop focusing on consistency ... It's one of the biggest killers of goals — both personally and professionally. In this episode, I'll reveal exactly what you need to focus on instead, so you can starting turning those big dreams of yours into reality. _ Help someone else Win the Day: 💕 Leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3b29Q2U 🙏 Leave a 5-star rating on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cKIDT6 _ Get more help to Win the Day: 🎬 Subscribe to Win the Day YouTube channel: https:/...
Sep 14, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 104
“ I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best. ” — Oscar Wilde Ben Goodwin is a college dropout who — alongside business partner David Lester – launched OLIPOP as the world’s first clinically-validated soft drink that’s good for digestive health. Valued at US $200M+, OLIPOP is available in more than 20,000 stores (including Whole Foods, Walmart and Target) and has an A-list of investors such as the Jonas Brothers, Camila Cabello, Priyanka Chopra, and Gwyneth Paltrow . Raised ...
Sep 06, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 105
" Decisions shape destiny. " In this episode, we deconstruct the most important — and foundational — component of the Win the Day mentality. Enjoying the show? 💕 Leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3b29Q2U 🙏 Leave a 5-star rating on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cKIDT6 _ Get more help to Win the Day: 🎬 Subscribe to Win the Day YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/WinTheDayVideos 💡 Win the Day Facebook group: https://bit.ly/WinTheDayFB 📝 Win the Day newsletter [LinkedIn exclusi...
Aug 31, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 102
" The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even heard, but must be felt with the heart ." — Helen Keller Dr. John Gray is the author of mega-bestseller, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. It’s been named one of the most influential books of all time and was the #1 best-selling hardcover book of the 1990s. His work unites communication, nutrition, and health, to create the brain and body chemistry for lasting well-being, happiness, and romance. Dr. Gray is a prolifi...
Aug 23, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 101
The Win the Day podcast hits Episode 100! Thank you for your support 💕 “ Each day, if you do not make the decision to win , you’ve automatically made the decision to lose. ” — James Whittaker In this episode: Best tips from the most influential people James has interviewed (e.g. Bob Proctor, Gabby Reece, Rob Dyrdek, Barbara Corcoran, Chris Voss, etc.) How to connect with influential people How to handle bad days when they happen How to be successful with your podcast What stops people from achi...
Aug 16, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 100
“ Every adversity, every failure, every heartbreak, carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit. ” – Napoleon Hill Karen Dwyer is a TEDx speaker, award-winning health coach, and founder of MS to Success. After a career leading multi-million-dollar businesses in finance, media, and luxury retail, Karen received a debilitating multiple sclerosis diagnosis that caused her to rethink every aspect of her life . Through a rollercoaster, Karen now lives symptom-free – creating a complete sh...
Aug 09, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Today, I’m going to share a concept with you that’ll help protect your energy , get around the right people, and start setting your sights on loftier goals that you know, and I know, you’re capable of achieving. _ Help someone else Win the Day: 💕 Leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3b29Q2U 🙏 Leave a 5-star rating on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cKIDT6 _ Get more help to Win the Day: 🎬 Subscribe to Win the Day YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/WinTheDayVideos 💡 Win the Day F...
Aug 03, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 98
“ If we don't end war, war will end us .” — H. G. Wells Denny Denholm is a globally recognized boxing trainer, author of Fighting Your Demons , and Royal Marine Commando. His extraordinary life led him to Iraq where he played a vital role in the rebuild and served as Head of Security for the Iraqi Government. Denny has been an A-list bodyguard, celebrity personal trainer, founder of multiple boxing gyms, and even fought against child sex slavery. In 2022, he was recruited as Global Operations Di...
Jul 26, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Positive relationships are the greatest amplifier you can have. And, since marriage is the greatest external investment you’ll ever make, this episode is dedicated to eight tips for a better marriage. _ Go a question for me? I'll answer it for your in Ep 100 of the show — coming up VERY soon! To ask your question, send us an email or post a comment in the Win the Day group: 🗝️ https://fb.com/groups/winthedayjw _ Other resources to help: Access exclusive videos on the Win the Day YouTube channel...
Jul 20, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 96
“ Nothing is more powerful than an idea whose time has come. ” — Victor Hugo Wes Dening is an Australian award-winning entrepreneur, producer, and content creator. He has developed, sold, and produced critically-acclaimed content for an array of media platforms, and has grown content businesses around the world. As founder of production company WDE, Wes has developed programs that are broadcast in 50+ countries worldwide, including Big Crazy Family Adventure , The Stafford Brothers , and The Fly...
Jul 12, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 95