Tag: Motivation

Brian Hite – The Science of Motivation

Brian Hite – The Science of Motivation

by | May 9, 2025 | , , , | 0 |

Brian is “The High-Stakes Performance Whisperer,” an expert in transforming how individuals and organizations perceive and navigate high-stakes environments. With over 30 years of experience as a professional stuntman and a decade coaching elite military personnel, Brian has dedicated his life to helping people see through the illusions of stress and pressure, unlocking clarity and achieving extraordinary results.

Blending real-world expertise with academic rigor—including a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology and a Master’s in Sport Psychology—Brian empowers leaders, athletes, first responders, educators, and creatives to break free from the constraints of outdated thinking about high-stakes situations. Through his groundbreaking FACTs, he equips clients with the tools to master their mindset and act decisively in the moments that matter most.

Brian’s career spans Hollywood and beyond, with over 100 film and television credits and a Screen Actors Guild Award for his work on 24. As a Master Resilience Trainer for the U.S. Army, he spent a decade teaching soldiers how to reframe their perceptions of challenges, enabling them to perform with focus and confidence.

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Lois Letchford – How We Learn

Lois Letchford – How We Learn

by | Jul 5, 2024 | , , | 0 |

In this episode of the Journey of My Mother’s Son podcast, I talk with Lois Letchford.

Lois is the author of the book, “Reversed: A Memoir,” which chronicles an extraordinary journey of overcoming daunting odds, offering inspiration and hope to parents and educators navigating desperate situations. At the age of 39, while teaching her second son how to read, she stumbled upon her own “learning difference,” an unexpected revelation that ignited an unwavering pursuit for answers.

With sheer determination and unyielding resilience, she confronted challenges and battled self-doubt head-on, proving that no obstacle is insurmountable. Through relentless effort, she witnessed the transformative power of perseverance, achieving significant milestones and experiencing profound personal growth.

She discovered the immense value of trusting her instincts. This experience led to her appreciating literacy learning as being more than a “set of skills to acquire.”  Embracing foundational knowledge of “how children and adults learn,” and adopting a growth mindset, she unlocked true potential, shattering self-limiting beliefs.

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Jenn Drummond – Breakproof

Jenn Drummond – Breakproof

by | Feb 23, 2024 | , , | 0 |

Jenn is a mom of 7, successful business owner, and World Record holder.  As the first woman to climb the second highest summits on each of the 7 continents, she now spends her time inspiring others to create a thriving business and lasting legacy of their own. She shares her story and strategies for success through her book, BREAKPROOF: 7 Strategies to Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals, and her Seek Your Summit podcast, programs, and signature talks. Learn more about how she elevates devoted and determined entrepreneurs to go beyond a life of success to a life of significance.

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Steve Gamlin – The Motivational Firewood Guy

Steve Gamlin – The Motivational Firewood Guy

by | May 19, 2023 | , , | 0 |

What qualifies Steve to speak on Visualization, Vision Boards, Positivity, Motivation, Humor and ‘Life Comebacks’?

Simple: HE LIVED IT.

After blowing up his life (radio career, 1st marriage and financial stability) at age 35, Steve rose from the ashes (although he swears ‘his’ phoenix rides a pogo stick) to become a motivational speaker, stand-up comedian, author and more…inspired by 2 simple questions from a coach…after Steve spent an afternoon hitting golf balls in a thunderstorm, daring the lightning to hit him.

It didn’t, by the way…

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Dr. James Perdue – Professor of Perseverance

Dr. James Perdue – Professor of Perseverance

by | Nov 1, 2022 | , , | 0 |

At age sixteen, James Perdue had to grow up fast after his father died. Concerned about his mother and brothers, he hoped his athletic talent would lead to a financially successful professional baseball career. He attended Martin Methodist College in Pulaski, Tennessee on a baseball scholarship. With the attitude of being invincible, he was in college for two weeks and played one college game in the fall. Then unexpected tragedy came a-calling.

On September 11, 1983, James became a quadriplegic, dislocating three vertebrae in his neck, from playing a casual football game. The doctor said, “James, I’m sorry. You’ll never walk again and you might be paralyzed from your neck down.” Later, the doctor advised his family to place him in a nursing home; he would be too much of a burden for them to care for.

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Brandon Puffer – From the Bullpen to the State Pen

Brandon Puffer – From the Bullpen to the State Pen

by | Sep 23, 2022 | , , , | 0 |

Brandon’s story explains how he went from reaching great heights as an MLB World Series winner to falling to the very bottom, serving 3-1/2 years in prison. He has humbly watched as everything has gotten restored in his life, and he know feels as though he is here to help others learn from his expensive lessons and show that we don’t have to let our worst mistakes define us.

After a 15-year professional baseball career, four of which were spent in the Major Leagues, Brandon had fallen to great depths and has come out on the other side with important lessons to share with those who might find themselves facing tough obstacles or set-backs in their own lives.

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