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Beyond Curious ®
Hosted by Brandon Fong · EN
Curiosity alone won't change the world, but going Beyond Curious® will.
The people that shape society are the explorers — the brave adventurers willing to take a voyage into the unknown to satisfy their curiosity, fulfill their purpose, and bring their ideas to life.
This show is for those people.
The ones that are relentlessly curious about themselves, their impact, their potential, the people they love, and the world around them.
The ones who CONSTANTLY ask themselves, “What if…”, “I wonder…”, “Why not…”, -- pushing the boundaries of what is possible for themselves and for society at large.
Join me (Brandon Fong) as every week I interview pioneering adventurers who have dared to go Beyond Curious®.
Past guests have included NYT Bestselling authors, main stage TED speakers, unicorn founders...
... and even an occasional Olympian, NFL player, FBI hostage negotiator, former gang leader, decorated air force pilot, illusionist, world-record setting mountaineer, royal Knight, Hollywood legend, Shark from Shark Tank, and even the man that invented the cell phone!
I'm grateful to say that the show holds a top 1% global ranking out of the 3.5M+ global podcasts indexed by Listen Notes.
To hear the full story of how Beyond Curious® was born (show was formally called 7-Figure Millennials) and learn about the vision for the brand, listen to episode #140!
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#222: Becoming A Billboard Pop Artist, Raising $100M For Charity, & Becoming “Unmessablewith” w/ Josselyne Herman Saccio
Jan 14, 202501:13:22Tap to summarizeHere’s a small sample of the “Curiosity Resume” of today’s guest:Helped raise over $100M for non profitsWas a pop artist in the 90s with a song that knocked Whitney Houston’s "I Will Always Love You" out of the #1 spot on the Billboard Top 40 ChartsHas been married to her husband for 30 years, with 3 children, in New York City… and has had a grand total of 5 fights with her husband (what an epic statistic to track 😆)This, in combination with doing things like deciding to also live in her favorite city in the world (Paris) were all things that stood out to me when I first met Josselyne Herman Saccio.She’s someone who’s willing to bend the rules of reality to manifest her curiosity, and I knew there was a ton to learn from her!Here are 3 things to look forward to in today’s episode:Why according to Josselyne your vision is NOT a goal — it’s a space, and how understanding this subtle shift impacts the way you approach manifesting what you desireHow shifting a limiting belief resulted in Josselyne becoming a Billboard Top 40 artist when she was a teenagerWhat Josselyne’s daughter selling bead sticks has to do with catalyzing Josselyne to raise over $100M for charity Can’t wait for you to listen!Show Notes Generated With The Help of AI!Podcast Show Notes for "Beyond Curious" featuring Josselyne Herman Saccio00:00 - Introduction to Beyond Curious and today's guest, Josselyne Herman SaccioHost Brandon Fong introduces this week’s guest, Josselyne Herman Saccio, a transformative coach, talent manager, author, and philanthropist. With over 30 years of experience, Josselyne has impacted more than 200,000 people through her work in business, self-expression, and conflict resolution. She is also a former pop star whose group, Boy Crazy, had a #1 hit in 1993.00:51 - The transformative power of raising $100,000,000 for charityJosselyne’s ability to empower others stems from her life experiences, including raising significant funds for nonprofits. The conversation highlights her unique methodology of empowering people to live their dreams "now, not someday."03:03 - Josselyne’s lifelong dream and her path to stardomBrandon dives into Josselyne's story of how she realized her childhood dream of becoming a singer, knocking Whitney Houston off the Billboard #1 spot. This achievement catalyzed her mission to empower others.06:08 - Breaking limiting beliefs to achieve rapid transformationJosselyne recounts how she overcame the belief instilled at age 5 that “art couldn’t be a career,” leading to her pop music success. She emphasizes the power of addressing unconscious blocks.09:56 - The importance of identity in pursuing dreamsJosselyne shares how introducing herself as a singer—even before achieving success—opened doors, including her serendipitous opportunity with Boy Crazy. She explains how aligning actions with identity transforms possibilities into reality.12:29 - Being "unmessable with" through resilienceJosselyne reflects on losing an opportunity with Boy Crazy before being re-selected as their final member. Her ability to stay committed to her vision despite setbacks exemplifies the core of her coaching philosophy.15:55 - From pop stardom to transformative coachingAfter her music career, Josselyne shifted her focus to helping others fulfill their dreams, whether through talent management, philanthropy, or personal coaching. She explains how her coaching philosophy integrates creativity, action, and integrity.18:20 - Coaching actors: Transformative principles for successJosselyne shares her experience managing actors and emphasizes the importance of hard work, taking ownership of one’s career, and having a purpose beyond self-interest.24:24 - Raising $100,000,000: Josselyne’s most impactful philanthropyJosselyne recounts organizing events to support children who lost their parents during 9/11, catalyzed by her daughter’s simple act of kindness. She highlights the significance of bold asks in successful fundraising.29:15 - The anatomy of enrollment and registrationExploring the distinctions between creating possibility (enrollment) and making bold requests (registration), Josselyne explains how these principles apply to fundraising, relationships, and business success.32:18 - Shifting from reaction to creation through visionJosselyne outlines her methodology for overcoming survival-mode reactions by creating a predesigned vision space. This practice allows individuals to take empowered actions aligned with their dreams.37:46 - Awareness and physical red flags in the path to creationThe discussion delves into recognizing triggers and physical manifestations of reactive states. Josselyne shares practical strategies to shift into a neutral space and stay connected to one’s vision.44:04 - Designing micro and macro visionsJosselyne coaches Brandon on distinguishing between goals and vision. She elaborates on how vision serves as the context for life rather than an end destination, creating a space for presence and flow in every moment.50:53 - The universe doesn’t tolerate empty spaceJosselyne explains how intentional creation is essential to fill the inevitable gaps that arise in life. She emphasizes the importance of proactively defining what fills those spaces to remain aligned with one’s vision.54:00 - Avoiding the pitfalls of entrepreneurial survival modeFor entrepreneurs, Josselyne warns against losing sight of vision in the pursuit of sustaining success. She offers actionable advice for staying in a state of creation rather than reaction.Links & Resources:Josselyne Herman Saccio's Website: Basics of Being Unmessable WithJosselyne’s Books:Peace Promises: 30 Days to a More Peaceful LifeThe Promise Effect: How to Create a Life That Wasn’t Going to Happen AnywayThe Art of Being Unmessable With (Upcoming)
Transcribe →#221: Find Your Four™ Masterclass: Discover The Tiny Actions That Drive 64% Of Your Fulfillment and Results
Jan 7, 202501:14:23Tap to summarizeWhen I first discovered the 80/20 Rule (aka the Pareto Principle), I was immediately hooked.In case you’re unfamiliar…At its core, the 80/20 rule shows us how a small number of things often account for a large portion of the results. As a general rule of thumb, 80% of results come from 20% of the efforts:80% of traffic occurs on 20% of the roads80% of profits come from 20% of customers80% of a language can be communicated with 20% of words.80/20 immediately became my “lens” to focus on the tiny efforts that produce the biggest results in every area of my life.Now here’s where it gets interesting:After interviewing Perry Marshall on Beyond Curious™, I discovered that 80/20 is FRACTAL — a repeating pattern that continues at every scale.In other words…You can do an “80/20 ON the initial 20%” and what you discover is even more disproportionate:4% of your actions are responsible for more than half of your results (64% to be exact!)As soon as I learned about this, a series of questions came to mind:How can I find my four?How can I live more in my four—spending more time doing what I am uniquely designed to do that creates the biggest impact on others?Simply put:How do I FIND and then FUEL my 4%?If this is a question that YOU would like to answer, you have quite a journey ahead of you…… and I’d love to join you on it 🙂In today’s episode, I do a deep dive on the Find Your Four™ concept.Here are 3 things to look forward to:I’m going to introduce you to a part of your mind that you might not know that you had — and how building a relationship with this part of your mind can help you build a more aligned lifeDiscover how understanding the fractal layers of 80/20 can help you get more results with more fulfillment and less workLearn HOW to Find Your Four — I’ll walk you through an exercise I invented called the 4% Time Machine AND share a custom GPT you can use to accelerate your path to identifying your 4%This ONE concept has been the single most transformative idea in my world, and is at the heart of everything I do.Now it’s yours 🙂Podcast Show notes with the help of AI:Introduction to Beyond Curious and Today's Episode:In this special solo episode of Beyond Curious, host Brandon Fong shares a transformative concept that has profoundly impacted his life: "Find Your Four™". This episode, marking both the first of 2025 and the 221st installment (Brandon's lucky number), offers a masterclass in uncovering the core 4% of your actions, beliefs, and talents that yield the greatest results in your life. Whether you're looking to build a life full of purpose, passion, and meaningful impact, or curious about designing your existence around what energizes you most, this episode is packed with insights, tools, and exercises to help you find your unique 4%.Show Notes:00:00 - Introduction and the Power of "Find Your Four™"Brandon introduces the episode, emphasizing its importance as the first of the year and sharing his excitement for unpacking the "Find Your Four™" concept, which identifies the most impactful 4% of your efforts.Learn how this framework can help you align your life around what brings joy and maximizes your impact.01:04 - The Pareto Principle and its Fractal NatureBrandon explains the 80/20 Rule (Pareto Principle) and reveals its fractal nature, where 4% of your efforts yield 64% of your results. He explores the Russian nesting doll analogy to illustrate this concept.03:30 - Key Questions for Self-DiscoveryHow do you find and fuel your 4%? Brandon introduces this central question for the episode, teasing the topics of understanding your mind, the fractal layers of 80/20, and practical exercises.05:29 - The Player vs. The ArchitectBrandon shares the concept of separating the Player (your active self) from the Architect (the designer of your life). He introduces the idea of studying your "Player" to identify their natural strengths (your 4%).07:22 - The Childhood Exercise: Building a Game for YourselfA personal story from Brandon’s childhood about reverse-engineering games sparks an important question: what would a life designed for your unique strengths look like? This thought exercise inspires his "Player vs. Architect" framework.10:51 - Understanding Your 20%, 4%, and 0.8%Brandon breaks down the layers:20%: Your zone of brilliance (the broad areas where you excel, like teaching or marketing).4%: The specific actions or qualities that yield the greatest results.0.8%: Core beliefs and identity that drive your actions.14:56 - Finding Your 4%: Why It's HiddenBrandon shares why discovering your 4% is challenging—it’s often unconscious and so natural to you that you don’t realize its value. He offers analogies and examples, like his efficiency in childhood competitions.20:00 - Brandon's 4% Framework: C5Brandon reveals his personal 4%:Curiosity, Connection, Creativity, Communication, and Catalyze.He explains how these elements have guided his career and personal growth.24:34 - The 0.8%: Identity and BeliefThe smallest but most impactful layer, the 0.8%, consists of your core beliefs and identity. Brandon discusses how aligning these with your 4% unleashes your full potential.28:11 - Introducing the 4% Time MachineBrandon introduces a guided visualization called the "4% Time Machine" to uncover your core strengths through immersive reflection on your past, present, and future.33:08 - The Childhood Bedroom ExerciseExplore your childhood interests and the stories that bring you joy. Brandon walks listeners through journaling prompts to uncover their natural instincts and strengths.41:27 - Analyzing Stories with Custom GPTBrandon shares his custom GPT tool, which analyzes personal stories to identify your 20%, 4%, and 0.8%. Using his "Johnny Appleseed" story, he demonstrates how the tool works.51:23 - Identifying Your Biggest WinsA journaling prompt to identify a meaningful accomplishment where the journey was as fulfilling as the result. Brandon shares his Curiosity Quest event as an example and shows how the GPT tool provides valuable insights.01:03:05 - Who Do You Look Up To?Brandon asks listeners to identify four role models (two personal, two professional) and explains how their traits often mirror our own untapped potential.01:07:11 - Dreaming of the Future: Curiosity IslandBrandon describes his imaginary community, Curiosity Island, and encourages listeners to envision their ideal life operating within their 4%. He introduces "Brilliance Bungalows" as symbolic representations of your unique strengths.01:12:03 - The Path ForwardA summary of the exercises and insights shared throughout the episode, emphasizing the power of finding your 4% and designing a life where work and play align seamlessly.Links & Resources:Perry Marshall Interview: Explore Perry Marshall’s insights on episode 177.Book Mentioned: Willpower Doesn’t Work by Dr. Benjamin Hardy.
Transcribe →#220: 7x Venture Exits, Working On George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch, & How YOU Can Create Your Own Luck w/ Monica Laurence
Dec 31, 202401:17:23Tap to summarizeThe best way I could describe today’s guest would be to say “she’s magic in human form.”Monica Laurence has lived a truly remarkable life of magic and curiosity.Here’s a small sample of some of her adventures:7x venture exits & former Silicon Valley CEOOwns a private resort in Fiji for thinkers and doersWorked for Lucas Film, Disney, and AccentureTEDx speaker with her talk, “You Need Luck To Succeed“ In other words:She’s a beyond curious entrepreneur who is obsessed with the Island life.There is SO much in today’s episode, but here are 3 things to look forward to:What Monica learned from getting to work at George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch and how it shaped her ability to build a playground for manifesting her curiositiesWhy Monica decided to buy a private resort in Fiji as her “next move” after 7x exitsMonica’s experiences with “quantum surfing” and how you can create an “intuition temple” to help increase your ability to experience synchronicity and magicThis is a FUN one and I can’t wait for you to listen!Huge shoutout to Blake Fly who introduced me to Monica!Show Notes Generated With The Help of AI!Podcast Show Notes: Beyond Curious with Monica LaurenceEpisode Title: Building a Life of Luck, Playfulness, and Magic with Monica Laurence00:00 - Introduction to Beyond Curious and today's guest, Monica LaurenceHost Brandon Fong opens with an introduction to Beyond Curious, setting the stage for an enlightening conversation with Monica Laurence, founder coach, serial entrepreneur, and expert in teaching people how to harness luck. Monica has had 7 venture exits, curated a community of global entrepreneurs, presented at TEDx, and runs a retreat in Fiji. Listeners are teased with three takeaways: lessons from Skywalker Ranch, Monica's bold leap into owning a Fijian resort, and her method of "quantum surfing."05:46 - Learning resilience and magic from Fiji’s unique cultureMonica recounts how her uncle’s experiences in Fiji revealed the transformative power of community, culture, and authenticity. She shares how these influences inspired her path and fueled her curiosity and adventurous spirit.10:38 - Monica’s experience at George Lucas’s Skywalker RanchMonica details her time at Lucasfilm, where she worked in business development and strategy. She describes the magical environment of Skywalker Ranch, including how George Lucas’s innovative approach to blending technology and storytelling inspired her. Monica reflects on the importance of creating a "playground for manifesting curiosities," a concept she later applied in her ventures.16:12 - Mentorship and embracing the art of failureMonica draws parallels between the mentorship she received from her uncle and her time at Lucasfilm. Both experiences highlighted the power of experimentation and reframing failure as a natural part of discovery. Monica shares insights on how these lessons informed her approach to building ventures and fostering creativity.24:40 - The story of Tavola: Monica’s retreat in FijiMonica explains how her intuition led her to purchase an 8-acre retreat in a remote part of Fiji. She describes the challenges of restoring the property, her vision of creating a sanctuary for creators and entrepreneurs, and the emotional moment when she shared her accomplishments with her uncle before his passing.30:59 - Transforming a dream into reality, one spool of cable at a timeMonica shares a humorous yet inspiring story about how she established Internet connectivity on her Fijian property. The process of hauling and installing a massive cable spool exemplified her determination and ability to bring big visions to life.34:37 - The transformative power of intuition: Monica’s “Year of Yes”Monica reflects on a pivotal year in her life when she said "yes" to opportunities that helped her deepen her intuition and embrace the unseen aspects of life. From mystical encounters to unconventional healers, Monica describes how this journey opened her to new possibilities.40:23 - Cherubs and the unseen world: A story of synchronicityMonica recounts a profound experience involving her grandfather’s spirit, cherubs, and an unexpected package. This story highlights her belief in the unseen layers of reality and the magic of paying attention to synchronicities.50:34 - The science of quantum surfing: Embracing a multidimensional realityMonica introduces the concept of quantum surfing, a practice of navigating the energetic waves of our multidimensional universe. She explains how aligning with energy and intuition can elevate one’s consciousness and transform their reality.58:14 - Building an intuition temple: A playful tool for tapping into wisdomMonica shares her experience of creating an “intuition temple,” a meditative space designed to enhance connection with higher wisdom. She explains the process of building this imaginative sanctuary and how it can serve as a playful yet powerful tool for personal growth.01:10:10 - Lessons in leadership and playfulness from Monica’s sonMonica talks about her son Keenan, a professional ultimate Frisbee player, and how his innovative approach to leadership—centered on playfulness and team celebrations—elevated both team morale and performance. She highlights how energy and joy can transform team dynamics.01:14:52 - Final reflections on curiosity and luckMonica leaves listeners with an encouraging message: curiosity is the gateway to being predictably lucky. By following what captures your attention and wondering about the synchronicities in life, you open yourself up to magic and possibility.Links & Resources:Monica Laurence’s website: monicalaurence.comLearn about Quantum Surfing: quantumsurfing.comSubscribe to The Mavericks Game newsletter: mavericksgame.comMonica’s TEDx Talk: You Need Luck to SucceedMonica's LinkedIn Profile
Transcribe →#219: Producing a Disney Film At Age 27, Elevating Humanity, & How YOU Can Choose Your Emotions + Use A Paintbrush To Create Your Dream Life… w/ Susanne Goldstein
Dec 24, 202401:26:07Tap to summarizeThe first ever conversation I had with today’s guest was about Octopi for a solid 15 minutes.Within SECONDS, I knew we would be friends, and I’ve continued to have INCREDIBLE and mind-expanding conversations with her.Her name is Susanne Goldstein, and she’s the definition of Beyond Curious.As she says, her resume makes absolutely no sense, but it’s helped her become exactly who she needed to be to create the impact she’s making in the world.Here’s a teaser of her journey:Studied engineering, decided to NOT pursue it… and instead chased her dream to produce movies.Produced her first Hollywood movie for Walt Disney Studios at age 27.Crowdfunded $45k to cross America’s urban/rural divide, proving her commitment to social change and inclusivity.Spent over two decades as one of the only women in the room coaching and consulting with men building tech startups and Fortune 500 businesses.Today, she’s combined her curiosities for storytelling, neuroscience, metaphysics, psychology, business and technology to help humans know themselves, live on purpose, get sh*t done, make money, and be the change they want to see in the world.This is most CERTAINLY part 1 of many continued episodes with Susanne…But today, here’s what you can look forward to learning:How to harness the “Millisecond Technique” to give yourself the power to choose your emotions (instead of them choosing you)How producing her first Hollywood movie for Walt Disney Studios at age 27 led Susanne to start upgrading herself like software, and why you should too.How you can use a “paintbrush” and “networking by 5” to manifest opportunities and create pathways in your career and life…. and how Susanne used this technique to break into Hollywood.This is a FUN one, and I can’t wait for you to listen!Show Notes Generated With The Help of AI!Show Notes for Beyond Curious Podcast - Featuring Susanne GoldsteinIntroduction to Beyond Curious and today's guest, Susanne Goldstein:Brandon Fong invites listeners to a profound conversation with Susanne Goldstein, a transformational leader and advocate for conscious living. Susanne shares how she empowers individuals to unlock their full potential through innovative tools, storytelling, and mindset shifts. From her trailblazing career in Hollywood to her revolutionary coaching programs, this episode delves into the art of creating opportunities, embracing authenticity, and living intentionally.Timestamps & Highlights:00:00 - Opening IntroductionBrandon Fong introduces Susanne Goldstein, describing her as a game-changing executive coach, thought leader, and the creator of the "Carry a Paintbrush" method. He highlights key takeaways, including manifesting opportunities and the power of intentionality.00:30 - Susanne’s Philosophy on Life and StorytellingSusanne explains her mantra: "Everything is either a lesson or a story." She shares her visualization of carrying a paintbrush to "paint doors" of opportunity and bring manifestations to life.05:17 - The Power of Soul ConnectionsBrandon and Susanne reflect on their soulful connection and the ageless nature of deep, meaningful relationships, emphasizing shared values over surface-level differences.07:22 - Susanne’s Origin Story: Clearing the Brook at Age 5Susanne recounts a childhood story where she cleared a blocked brook, symbolizing her life’s mission to help others remove obstacles and find freedom. She explores how childhood awareness led to her dedication to social change.12:14 - Overcoming Early ChallengesSusanne shares a formative experience of being labeled negatively due to her Jewish identity and how it shaped her understanding of inclusion and collective freedom.17:01 - A Cosmic Perspective: The Wart on the Thumb of a GiantAs a teenager, Susanne imagines Earth as a wart on the thumb of a giant, reflecting her early connection to quantum thinking, spirituality, and the multiverse.24:17 - Manifesting a Career in the Arts: The National Theatre StorySusanne’s persistence in pursuing her dream job at London’s National Theatre highlights her method of manifesting opportunities. She describes her breakthrough moment and the metaphorical power of her "paintbrush."33:31 - From Hollywood to Conscious Evolution: Susanne 2.0After producing a Disney film at 27, Susanne realized the toxic environment wasn’t aligned with her values. She embraced intentional living by introducing "themes" to her personal growth and slowing time through her "millisecond technique."41:18 - Rewiring the Brain: Neural Pathways as Life’s CodeSusanne explains how our brains act as supercomputers, reinforcing patterns through habitual thoughts and actions. She discusses the science behind rewiring neural pathways to access new timelines and upgrade one’s life.52:19 - Networking by Fives: Breaking Into HollywoodSusanne shares how her networking strategy, asking each contact for five additional connections, helped her land a position at Disney. She highlights the importance of genuine curiosity and authentic relationship-building.01:03:53 - The Quantum Leap of Authentic ChoicesBrandon and Susanne explore how making conscious decisions shifts your trajectory. Susanne illustrates how aligning actions with authenticity transforms your personal "timeline."Links & Resources:Susanne’s LinkedIn PageSusanne’s WebsiteSusanne’s Book: Carry a Paintbrush: How to Be the Artistic Director of Your Own CareerDare Human Academy: Learn more about Susanne’s programs on conscious living and self-mastery.
Transcribe →#218: Brandon Becomes A Guest On His Own Show! LIVE Studio Audience Recording w/ Guest Interviewer, Bob Regnerus
Dec 17, 202400:53:14Tap to summarizeI seriously debated whether or not I’d share this, because I feel embarrassed…But as soon as I felt the embarrassment, I decided it was all the more reason to share it 😆Here we go…In October 2016, I recorded one of my first podcast interviews as a guest on Elzie Flenard’s Journey To Mastery. Just listening to the first few minutes makes me cringe (I was 20 at the time lol)… and I’m debating whether or not I want to subject myself to listening to the whole episode.My intention of sharing this is NOT so that you listen (please don’t, but if you do, don’t tell me about it) but to share two things:Being embarrassed by your past self is something to be grateful for, because it shows that you’re growingThis moment came full circle 8 years later on today’s episodeThis June, I got a LinkedIn message from Elzie with a cool invitation... to do a Beyond Curious™ recording with a live audience in a theater!I wanted to do something special…Knowing that Elzie interviewed me 4 years before I ever launched my own show, I thought it would be a “full circle moment” if I leveraged the opportunity to be a guest on my own show.So that’s exactly what we did!My dear friend Bob Regnerus (Episodes #16 and #191) became the temporary host of Beyond Curious™ and I became the guest!It was an INCREDIBLE and somewhat weird experience…Because I spend every week pulling out and positioning others, being on the receiving end for a change on my own show was fun.I’d be honored if you checked it out 🙂Show Notes Generated With The Help of AI!00:00 - Brandon introduces the episode’s origin and his guest interviewer, Bob RegnerusBrandon sets the stage, explaining how this live podcast episode came about through a collaboration with Podcast Town and his friendship with Bob, whom he describes as a masterful question-asker and a spiritual thinker.04:19 - Bob takes over as host and explores the meaning of “Beyond Curious”Bob asks Brandon to define the show’s title, leading to a discussion about moving beyond simple curiosity to actively pursuing and manifesting impossible ideas.06:44 - Brandon reflects on extreme challenges and going “beyond curious” in lifeHe shares his experience of tackling a 100-mile bike ride, explaining how pushing beyond perceived limits transforms personal consciousness and growth.08:50 - The concept of Curiosity Island: A unique community frameworkBrandon explains Curiosity Island, a metaphorical and practical initiative centered around helping individuals identify their “4%,” the most impactful actions and beliefs in their lives, using the Pareto principle.12:49 - Why questions matter more than answersBrandon discusses the transformative power of sitting with questions that lack clear answers, highlighting how they shape awareness and growth. He also introduces the concept of the “dark 4%”—disempowering beliefs—and how to uncover and challenge them.17:48 - Collaboration as a cornerstone of successExploring his collaborative mindset, Brandon emphasizes the value of forming partnerships that align with each individual’s strengths and unique skills, rejecting possessiveness over ideas.22:33 - Networking with a transformational mindsetBrandon explains his approach to networking as transformational, not transactional. By focusing on long-term relationships and authentic curiosity, he creates opportunities for deeper collaboration and mutual growth.30:14 - The “plus 2 energy” method for recognizing ideal connectionsBrandon introduces the “plus 2 energy” system, a method to evaluate interactions and align with people who energize and inspire you. He also shares how this framework shapes Curiosity Island’s community.35:05 - How Brandon created his dream job and pursued international experiencesBrandon recounts how he secured a dream job by offering value upfront and leveraged it to travel the world with his wife, gaining new perspectives from 23 countries.42:12 - Returning to childhood passions: The seed of storytellingBrandon reflects on his love for storytelling, tracing it back to elementary school when he wrote quirky stories about his classmates. He emphasizes the importance of revisiting childhood passions to rediscover one’s true essence.46:29 - Fatherhood and its influence on curiosity and growthBrandon shares how becoming a father has deepened his appreciation for childlike curiosity, inspiring him to view life through his daughter’s exploratory lens.50:24 - The future of Beyond Curious and Curiosity IslandBrandon reveals his vision for expanding Curiosity Island, helping others create their own “islands,” and bridging these communities. He also teases a book project on the “find your 4” concept as part of his mission to foster deeper connection and purpose.52:05 - Closing thoughts and gratitudeBrandon thanks Bob for leading the conversation and encourages listeners to explore their “4%” and embrace the possibilities of combining their unique passions and talents.
Transcribe →#217: From Trailer Parks and $2.56 → Growing A $30M Company, Giving It All Away, & Building A Meaningful Life… w/ Scott Griswold
Dec 10, 202401:12:50Tap to summarizeImagine being 10 years old, living in a single-wide trailer home, and watching your mom pull a knife from a butcher block to take her own life.Not exactly an ideal circumstance…Yet, that’s exactly where today’s guest, Scott Griswold got his start.What I admire MOST about Scott is his belief that EVERYTHING happens FOR him, not TO him.So despite the fact that he had a less than ideal upbringing, Scott has gone on to…Build a $30M/yr company, starting with $2.56 in his pocketRescue 50 children from human trafficking in the Congo & provide over $100,000 in goods and services to a village and school in ZambiaFind TRUE fulfillment in his life, in addition to mastering the science of achievementScott’s story and insights are a must-hear for anyone eager to learn how to turn adversity into advantage and build a life of impact AND fulfillment.Show Notes Generated With The Help of AI!Podcast Show Notes for Beyond Curious Episode Featuring Scott Griswold00:00 - Introduction to Beyond Curious and Scott GriswoldBrandon Fong introduces Scott Griswold, a visionary business strategist with over two decades of experience. The episode previews Scott's incredible journey—from humble beginnings to scaling a $30 million company, and orchestrating impactful projects like rescuing children from trafficking. Brandon highlights three core themes: achievement, fulfillment, and exploring esoteric practices.00:53 - Shoutout to Yasmina EllinsBrandon acknowledges Yasmina Ellins for introducing him to Scott. Listeners are encouraged to check out Yasmina’s episode for more inspiration.02:41 - Scott’s Humble Beginnings and a $30 Million CompanyScott shares his journey from growing up in a trailer with $2.56 in his pocket to building and ultimately giving away a $30 million business.05:36 - The Impact of High School Chemistry Teacher Mr. CookScott recounts how Mr. Cook, a high school teacher, not only secured him a full-ride scholarship but also taught him invaluable life lessons about truth and integrity.09:13 - Why Mentorship MattersBrandon and Scott discuss the importance of showing up authentically and closing the gratitude loop with mentors to build strong, lasting relationships.12:52 - Navigating Achievement and FulfillmentScott reflects on how his early drive for achievement was rooted in healing past trauma. He emphasizes the importance of pairing external success with internal fulfillment.15:15 - Rewriting Generational ConditioningScott shares an anecdote about inherited family habits to highlight how awareness and intentionality can disrupt unhelpful patterns.20:30 - Hitting Rock Bottom and Surrendering to GrowthScott opens up about pivotal low moments, including living in his in-law's basement, battling depression, and contemplating surrender, which ultimately led to his corporate breakthrough.26:36 - Transformative Power of PerspectiveScott describes how reframing his childhood trauma, including his mother’s suicide attempt, gave him strength and compassion. He stresses the importance of conscious storytelling in shaping one’s life.33:46 - Quantum Theory and Emotional EnergyScott dives into the transformative impact of quantum theory, energy awareness, and the higher levels of human consciousness. He shares his experiences with meditation and spiritual practices.45:05 - Power Versus Force and Spiral DynamicsScott discusses the profound lessons he learned from David Hawkins’ Power vs. Force and Spiral Dynamics, emphasizing self-awareness, emotional homeostasis, and accepting others.50:35 - Esoteric Knowledge and Many Lives, Many MastersScott highlights the life-changing impact of the book Many Lives, Many Masters and the work of Dolores Cannon, which reshaped his understanding of life, death, and purpose.56:36 - Giving Away a $30 Million CompanyIn a remarkable act of trust and fulfillment, Scott explains how he handed over his company to his executives, enabling them to pursue their dreams and allowing himself to focus on personal growth.01:06:43 - Unbreakable Threads and Expanding ImpactScott shares his involvement in impactful projects, such as Unbreakable Threads, launched during a Tony Robbins Business Mastery event. This initiative supports children in need through coaching, clothing, and resources.Links & ResourcesScott’s LinkedIn PageScott’s Website: Acres ClubDavid Hawkins’ Power vs. ForceMany Lives, Many Masters by Brian WeissDolores Cannon - Quantum Healing Hypnosis TechniqueGaia Streaming Service
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