Soar Higher With Jason Ballard

E62: You Are Your Biggest Asset w/ Dave Wolcott

When Dave Wolcott advises his clients to invest in themselves, he is not speaking figuratively.As the founder and CEO of Pantheon Investments, Dave helps people utilize the same wealth-building tools that the wealthy employ to expand and secure their fortunes. Dave evangelises the idea of holistic wealth: being wealthy also means being healthy and happy. Today, he shares his perspective with Jason as the two dive into the oft-misunderstood world of investing. Highlights include:Dave lays out his 5-phase approach to wealth creation.We explore the idea of finding your Massive Transformational Purpose (MTP) and how it can help you win.We identify some specific steps you can take today to grow and secure your wealth.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_AWebsite: www.soarhighercoaching.comGuest LinksLearn more about Dave's work: https://pantheoninvest.com/Check out some free tools on Dave's website: pantheoninvest.com/wealth-strategyPlease consider donating to help critically-wounded veterans: thefund.org

E61: Big Fish Don’t Swim Through Funnels w/ Tom Schwab

"What is ordinary to you is amazing to others." According to Interview Valet founder & CEO Tom Schwab, this is the true value of podcast-based marketing: your potential customers get to see you in action, sharing your knowledge, and, if you’re doing it correctly, establishing credibility.This week, Tom joins Jason for a discussion about podcasting as marketing, and why many digital marketing strategies just won’t work for everyone. Littering social media with ads will not always draw in the people you want to work with, but delivering the right message the right way can earn you a lifetime of business. Highlights include:-"Big fish don’t swim through funnels and whales don’t click.” - do your ideal clients really have time to go through your sales funnel? If the answer is no, it’s time to change it.-Old tricks, new tech: You don’t need to throw away your bag of tricks, but you do need to use modern tools. Tom offers some advice for those looking to bridge the gap.-As with everything, it is critical you start your podcast - or, your journey as a regular podcast guest - by asking yourself what you ultimately want to achieve. As Simon Sinek says, start with why.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_AWebsite: www.soarhighercoaching.comGuest LinksLearn more about Interview Valet: https://interviewvalet.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterviewValet/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/interview-valet/Twitter: https://twitter.com/interviewvalet?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuSNLwNEIU787_7l34HaS8AConnect with Tom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamtomschwab/

E60: Being the Difference w/ Jason Tracey

It’s time to eat faces. Figuratively speaking.This week, Coach Jason is joined by fellow business coach and podcaster Jason Tracey, founder of Roar Consulting and host of the Coffee and Grit podcast. Jason Tracey helps leaders find the confidence they need to sell effectively and ethically, and helps create systems around those leaders’ strengths. After being saddled with bad sales advice early in his career, Jason quickly discovered that his natural skill as a listener trumped any flashy sales tactic. From there, he would later found Roar Consulting with his wife, Gracie, and begin Coffee and Grit, a podcast about the entrepreneurs who hustle every day to build businesses. Together, both Jasons tackle some of the biggest questions around sales, including:Is there a “prototype” for a good salesperson?How can you turn authenticity into your secret weapon?How do you know if you really need a coach?Why is your perspective so important to your sales success? Jason Tracey shares his “eat faces” mentality.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_AWebsite: www.soarhighercoaching.comGuest LinksLearn more about Jason's work!Website: https://www.roar.consultingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsultInsta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employeesEmail: jasontracey@roar.consultingPhone: (810) 522-8931

E59: Finding Your Mailbox Money w/Stephanie Walter

You would be hard-pressed to find someone who does not want some form of passive income. Between the death of pensions and an increasingly volatile economy, “mailbox money” is hard to come by, according to wealth strategist Stephanie Walter. An entrepreneur and podcaster, Stephanie dedicates her time to educating people on how to leverage their wealth to generate passive income. Today, she joins Coach Jason to offer her advice on how to make your money work for you. Topics covered include:How do the 1% invest their wealth? According to Stephanie, it’s a bit more straightforward than many think.Even if you start late, comfortable retirement is possible. Stephanie and Jason explore the mindset that is critical to making successful investments.Stephanie gives three easy tips to get started today!Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_AWebsite: www.soarhighercoaching.comGuest LinksCheck out Stephanie's free book & learn more about her work: erbewealth.com

E58: Flying Blind w/Jon Thompson

At the root of every business problem, there is a lack of visibility. Jon Thompson discovered this when he first started Blue Margin in 2011. Ever since, he has been helping businesses collect, organize, and interpret vital data. Jon joins Coach Jason today because way, way too many businesses do not track their numbers. If there is anything stopping you from measuring your data, there won’t be by the time this episode is over. Jason and Jon roll up their sleeves and dig into:Get organized or die - Jason lays out how reactionary and chaotic life WILL be when details aren’t prioritized.How much time do you spend putting out fires? Looking at the data can not only tell you that answer, but can also generate the information you need to prevent those fires in the future.Intuition and data are meant to be used together - marry your instincts to the kinds of tools that will make your business better.If you are NOT yet keeping score, Jon offers his insight on some easy ways to start.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_AWebsite: www.soarhighercoaching.comGuest LinksLearn more about Jon's work: https://www.bluemargin.com/

E57: Make the Call w/ James Cluskey

If you could change your life with one phone call, would you do it? Tennis pro James Cluskey made one such call, a call so important that it made a pro athlete feel like an imposter… and wound up becoming Richard Branson’s tennis coach.This week, the multitalented James joins Coach Jason to talk about the humanity, the education, and the perspective that is needed to perform at a high level. No matter who you are, you DO have an important gift to share with the world. How James discovered his own gift, and how he's now helping others do the same, is the focus of this very special episode. We hope you enjoy! Key takeaways include:James talks about growing as a businessman during his time as a tennis pro. With such a demanding career, James lays out how he found time for professional development in the middle of it all.The million-dollar mistake that gave Jason a better perspective on leadership.Is interactivity the thing missing from traditional academics? We talk about the importance of engaging in learning new skills.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_AWebsite: www.soarhighercoaching.comGuest LinksCheck out James' classes: givelearn.netLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-cluskey-5bb8376a/?originalSubdomain=ie

E56: Leading in Crisis w/ Shawn Dawley

As a leader, can you handle managing during a crisis? Today’s guest has successfully handled more crises than we care to count. In this episode, Air Force veteran, business coach, and keynote speaker Shawn Dawley joins Coach Jason to talk about the many faces of crisis leadership. From having the empathy necessary to connect with your team, to setting a positive example in a dire situation, every piece matters. Some highlights include:Shawn names the ONE thing every leader must do during a crisis.Jason shares a harrowing story about having to lead while under fire during his time with the Air Force.Shawn and Jason define what a crisis actually is: how do you know you are in one, and what should you do differently because of it?...and much more. As always, thank you for listening.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_AWebsite: www.soarhighercoaching.comGuest LinksShawn's website: https://www.shawnmdawley.com/Check out the Relational Leadership Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relational-leadership/id1685208662YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shawnmdawleyTwitter: https://twitter.com/shawnmdawley1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shawndawleyleadershiplessons/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnmdawley/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnmdawley/

E55: Infinite Freedom w/ Dr. Eric Francom

Are you focused on obtaining wealth instead of attracting it? According to Dr. Eric Francom, this mindset is leading many investors astray. Dr. Eric is America’s #1 Freedom Coach, and specializes in helping his clients achieve financial freedom through the power of investments and passive income. This week, he joins Coach Jason to talk about how the wealthy invest their money, and what we can learn from their success. Topics covered include:How 50 First Dates inspired one of Eric’s successful habits. No, really.Why attracting wealth is more important than trying to obtain it. What is the difference and why does it matter?Eric estimates he’s invested over a million dollars in hiring experts so he can make informed financial decisions. Are you investing in expertise? Eric explains why it's well worth the cost.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/Guest LinksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jericfrancom/ Website: https://ericfrancom.com/

E54: Choose Hard and Life Becomes Easy w/ Bryce Henson

Have you been meaning to get into better shape? Today’s guest not only transformed his lifestyle with fitness, but claims that living healthier allowed him to go from a struggling salesman to the CEO of his own company. Meet Bryce Henson, creator of FitBody Bootcamp. Coach Jason talks to Bryce about the benefits of fitness and the keys to building a consistent workout routine. Topics covered include: “Start taking the stairs” - Bryce’s advice to avoid the path of least resistance may be the first step towards a healthier life.Pay Yourself First: Why prioritizing your health is NOT selfish.The heaviest weight you’ll ever lift… is opening the door of the gym for the first time. Bryce talks about the massive hurdle of starting… and how to overcome it.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/Guest LinksFitBody Bootcamp Website: https://fitbodybootcamp.com/Bryce's IG: https://www.instagram.com/realbrycehenson/?hl=enBryce's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbrycehensonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realbrycehenson/Check out Bryce's podcast: https://www.fitnessfranchisepodcast.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realbrycehenson/shorts

E53: Are You Honest About Your Culture? w/ Alex Sezer Jr.

If your mission statement says one thing and your employees say another, then according to Alex Sezer Jr., you have a problem.This week, former Texas A&M defensive back turned consultant Alex Sezer Jr. joins Coach Jason to discuss culture. This buzzword has dominated discussions around business for a while now, and it’s time we talked to an expert, whose education happened in the very challenging environment of the SEC Football Conference. How did Alex, named team captain by his peers, develop his leadership skills in such a competitive place? How do you know you’ve gotten too comfortable in a position of leadership? Alex brings some wonderful insight to some of leaders’ biggest struggles, plus:Before you develop others, have you done the introspection necessary to develop yourself? Alex discusses the need for discipline among leaders.Why outsiders are so effective at identifying problems within an organiation.A few simple steps that you can take today to improve your culture.Show Links/ Social LinksLinkedIn: Jason Ballard - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ballard-795a0587/ LinkedIn: Soar Higher - https://www.linkedin.com/company/soar-higher-business-solutions/Soar Higher Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarhigherjasonballardSoar Higher Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazXTUWfddwR9blL-3KUG_Awww.soarhighercoaching.com - https://www.soarhighercoaching.com/Guest LinksAlex's Website: https://www.alexsezer.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/alexsezerjr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-sezer-b313337b/