Win The Day With James Whittaker

"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us." — Marianne Williamson Welcome to our first episode of 2024! This is the second and final 'from the vault' episode we've been publishing during the holiday season — and there's no better one to set the tone for who need to become to achieve the lofty goals you have. In a career spanning more than 20 years, Navy SEAL Commander Rich Diviney completed more than a dozen overseas deployments and was intimately involved with the selection process for the most elite special forces unit. Since retiring from the Navy, Rich has taught leadership and optimal performance to business, athletic, and military leaders from organizations such as American Airlines, the San Francisco 49ers, Zoom, and Deloitte. His book, The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance, is an epic read about the attributes we need to unlock and the s

"The only thing we never get enough of is love; and the only thing we never give enough of is love." — Henry Miller Welcome to our final episode of 2023! If you want the most impactful and memorable moments from the podcast throughout the year, check out Episode 166. This is the first of two 'from the vault' episodes we'll be publishing during the holiday season; the second will be out on 9th January. In fact, there's no better episode from the vault than the one we're bringing you today with John Gray. John is the author of mega-bestseller, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, which catapulted him to being recognized as the leading relationship expert in the world. It also spawned a book series that has sold over 50 million copies in 50 different languages in 150 different countries. Our episode quickly became the most popular episode ever recorded of the Win the Day podcast. The full-length video version has more than 90K views on YouTube and is still growing fast. John say

“Be tolerant with others and strict with yourself.” — Marcus Aurelius What a year it's been! In 2023, we've had some of the world’s leading medical experts, composers, entrepreneurs, authors, and special forces operators. This episode is a recap of the most impactful moments from the podcast in the second half of the year. (If you missed the recap from the first half of the year, check out Episode 142 or click here.) A BIG thank you for your help and generosity in spreading the word. The show now has 40M+ views and is growing quickly. The mission, to be very clear, is to help every person on the planet to activate their Winning Life. To make this a reality, here are three ways you can help right now: Hit the ‘subscribe’ button wherever you’re watching or listening to this podcast. Leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and Share your favorite episode with someone who needs to hear it. Without further ado, here are the best moments from the Win the Day podcast in 2023... Onward,

“Action is the real measure of intelligence.” – Napoleon Hill Welcome to Win the Day Wednesday! With less than four weeks left of the year, now is the time to decide if you're a winner. However, just remember, with a winning mentality comes an important obligation... Join me in this minisode and let's find out exactly what that is. Onward and upward always, James PS - The ⁠⁠⁠⁠Win the Day Accelerator⁠⁠⁠⁠ is now available! In addition to getting lifetime access to one of the most transformational courses ever created, you'll be invited to live and interactive coaching sessions with me. Join now with limited launch pricing:

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” — Maya Angelou What if you had the most incredible product or idea, but didn’t know how to communicate it?

"The win starts within." — James Whittaker Welcome to Win the Day Wednesday! Anxiety is one of the most debilitating conditions, and your ability to master it has a significant correlation to how successful you become and the quality of your life. In today's minisode, we're going to go through 10 tips to overcome anxiety so you can start performing at the level you know you're capable of... Onward and upward always, James PS - The ⁠⁠⁠Win the Day Accelerator⁠⁠⁠ is now available! In addition to getting lifetime access to one of the most transformational courses ever created, you'll be invited to live and interactive coaching sessions with me. Join now with limited launch pricing:

“The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.” — Mark Twain Dr. Mark Goulston is a leading psychiatrist and communication expert. His mega-bestseller, Just Listen, is regarded as the world's #1 book on listening. Among his extensive list of professional achievements, Dr. Goulston has been a hostage negotiation trainer for the FBI; a consultant for renowned companies (including Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch, and Disney); a contributor to the Harvard Business Review; and author of 9 books that have been translated into 28 languages. Since we first met in Episode 109, Dr. Goulston has become a close friend and mentor of mine. He's exceptionally good at what he does and I look forward to any opportunity we get to catch up. Recently, Dr. Goulston was given some unexpected news that made him rethink everything he's doing in his life. I asked if he'd be up for a conversation on the podcast so we could talk about that openly and help others who

"You never know how much the ripples of your actions affect others. One small action, which may seem like nothing to you, could be life changing to someone else." — Unknown Welcome to Win the Day Wednesday! You need to understand what's at stake if you fail to adopt the Win the Day mentality. You're not the only victim. In fact, as we go through in this minisode, your decisions today have far-reaching consequences. If you're able to carefully ponder who those decisions affect, you'll likely receive all the motivation you need to start taking the right kind of positive, consistent, and purposeful action today. Onward and upward always, James PS - The ⁠⁠⁠Win the Day Accelerator⁠⁠⁠ is now available! In addition to getting lifetime access to one of the most transformational courses ever created, you'll be invited to live and interactive coaching sessions with me. Join now with limited launch pricing:

"If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door." – Milton Berle Learning how to manufacture opportunity when you need it is one of the most important skills you can develop. And today's guest, Lauren Karan, has become an expert at building doors... Growing up, Lauren had one dream – to be a professional singer. At 19 years old, Lauren got her first shot at the big time, auditioning for the hit TV show X Factor. After making it through to the final stage, the aspiring singer fell victim to the pressure and spectacle of the occasion – a moment that crushed her confidence and caused her to rethink everything she wanted out of life. But the devastating failure created space for a new opportunity, when Lauren landed her first role in the recruitment industry. With a natural talent for problem solving, relationships, and business, it was a slam dunk. Today, Lauren is founder and director of Karan & Co, Australia’s most disruptive recruitment agency, where she transforms companies that want to fin

"Stop spending your time; start investing your time." — Al Duncan Welcome to Win the Day Wednesday! With every second of energy you expend, you should be considering the investment you're making and what return you want to receive. For example, if you invest your time at the gym or with a fitness trainer, you'll receive a return of health, energy, and strength. If you invest your money with a financial adviser, you'll receive a return of wealth, prosperity, and freedom. Good investments, over the long-term, provide exponential reward. In today's minisode, we're going to talk about the difference between saving and investing time, and how you can start generating big results through a simple shift in thinking... Onward and upward always, James PS - The ⁠⁠Win the Day Accelerator⁠⁠ is now available! In addition to getting lifetime access to one of the most transformational courses ever created, you'll be invited to live and interactive coaching sessions with me. Join now with l

“Nothing strengthens authority so much as silence.” — Leonardo da Vinci Nina Aouilk, known as London’s Life Coach, has overcome enormous hardship and adversity to become one of the leading activists speaking out about honor killings and human trafficking. She is the founder of nonprofit End Honor Killings that provides welfare and support to the victims of attempted honor killings, gender-based violence, domestic abuse, and trauma. Nina is also a mindset coach to some of the most recognized boxers, UFC fighters, and entertainment personalities. She has presented in the House of Lords, spoken on stages around the world, and appeared in interviews with some of the world’s leading outlets that have garnered more than 50 million views. In addition, Nina is a bestselling author, a TEDx speaker, and sits on advisory boards for Scotland Yard and The Home Office. In this episode: Some of the most harrowing moments from Nina’s life and how that shaped the person she is today The reality of what’s really going on in

"It doesn't matter how awesome you were yesterday." — William Branum (26-year Navy SEAL) Welcome to Win the Day Wednesday! In this minisode, I'm going to share a few of the most valuable takeaways from the sold-out Win the Day Mastermind held in Los Angeles, California, last month. These are tips from William Branum (Navy SEAL), Dr. Michael Breus (world's leading sleep doctor), Nick Lowery (most accurate kicker in NFL history), Tory Archbold (branding and PR expert), and Brandon T. Adams (adviser to businesses worth $750M+). If you missed the Win the Day Mastermind, we'll be back bigger than ever next year, so stay tuned for more... Onward and upward always, James PS - The ⁠⁠Win the Day Accelerator⁠⁠ is now available! In addition to getting lifetime access to one of the most transformational courses ever created, you'll be invited to live and interactive coaching sessions with me. Join now with limited launch pricing:

“I am not a product of my circumstances, I am a product of my decisions.” – Stephen Covey As Founder / CEO of The Abraham Group, Jay Abraham has spent his career solving complex problems, fixing underperforming businesses, and identifying massive opportunities. He has dealt with virtually every type of business scenario and solved almost every type of business question and challenge, significantly increasing the bottom lines of 10,000+ clients in 1,000+ industries. Jay has worked with globally recognized organizations — including AT&T, Baskin Robbins, Microsoft, FedEx, and Merrill Lynch — as well as renowned individuals like Brian Tracy, Daymond John, and Tony Robbins, and small businesses all over the world. Throughout his career, Jay has maintained an ongoing presence in mainstream media, including USA Today, The New York Times, and Entrepreneur Magazine. In this episode: The most memorable moments from Jay's acclaimed career How he became the most renowned business consultant in the world Why m

"The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." — Socrates Welcome to Win the Day Wednesday! Today we're going to talk about an important personality trait that will elevate your career, your relationships, and your life... It’s the ability to admit when you’re wrong, which is a character trait that the world's happiest and most successful people all have. In this minisode, I'm going to share a 5-step framework that you can use to quickly build this trait and bring more joy into your life, fast. Onward and upward always, James PS - The ⁠Win the Day Accelerator⁠ is now available! In addition to getting lifetime access to one of the most transformational courses ever created, you'll be invited to live and interactive coaching sessions with me. Join now with limited launch pricing:

“The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” — H. Jackson Brown Jr. Today, we’re joined by one of the most well-trained individuals on the planet, Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator, Andrew Sullivan. After watching the events of 11th September 2001 unfold, Andrew enlisted in the Navy, completed BUD/S training, and became a Navy SEAL. After six years at SEAL Team Two, he was selected to screen for the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (NSWDG), also known as “DEVGRU,” where he spent the remainder of his time in service. In an 11-year stint at NSWDG, Andrew served as Team Leader for a 24-man counter-terrorism unit that conducted numerous missions pursuing high-value targets and conducting hostage rescue operations worldwide. He medically retired from the US military in 2020 after nearly two decades of service in the Special Operations community. Andrew has been awarded the Silver Star Medal, two Bronze Star Medals with combat valor, the Purple Heart Medal, and numerous other joint and i

“People do not decide their futures. They decide their habits and their habits decide their futures.” — F.M. Alexander Welcome to Win the Day Wednesday! A big thank you if you attended the recent Win the Day Webinar with Success Magazine. We ran out of time to answer all your questions — so that's what this episode is dedicated to doing. Also, the Win the Day Accelerator is now available! In addition to getting lifetime access to one of the most transformational courses ever created, you'll be invited to live and interactive coaching sessions with me. Join now with limited launch pricing:

“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” — Edward J. Stieglitz We're making history together today! This episode is part of a successful world record attempt where 100 skydivers, each over 60 years old, jumped out of an airplane and created a formation on the way down. Check out the video version of this episode to see the clip that has raised the bar for what a podcast intro can do — and how age should never stop you from experiencing what you want. Norman Kent embarked on his first jungle expedition at 14 years old where he developed a strong desire to capture the beauty he saw and share it with the world. At 19 years old, Norman made his first skydive – a moment that would change his life forever. Since that time, Norman has worked on blockbuster films like Cliffhanger, Kingsman: The Secret Service, and Godzilla. He’s also made his own skydiving films, consulted to special forces units, and helped facilitate record-breaking feats all over the world – as wel

“My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.” – Henry Ford Welcome to Win the Day Wednesday! Do you know what creates EVERY opportunity you could possibly want?

“The answer is in the question.” – Albert Einstein Did you know that a single question could make ALL of your dreams come true?

"When you show yourself to the world and display your talents, you naturally stir all kinds of resentment, envy, and other manifestations of insecurity. You cannot spend your life worrying about the petty feelings of others." — Robert Greene (The 48 Laws of Power) Welcome to Win the Day Wednesday! In this minisode, we're going to talk about how to get out of your comfort zone intentionally so you can build a network of capable and influential mentors who want to support your development as much as possible. I also share some details on how much I've invested into this podcast since it was first launched — and we compare it to the estimated ROI to find out whether the opportunity has been worth the effort. Finally, we'll talk about the mindset you need to understand as you continue to step into your Winning Life, so you don't worry about the beliefs, comments, and thoughts of those you've left behind who had their chance to grow with you... Onward and upward always, James PS - The