Building Leaders Who Create Leaders w/ Brian Covey and Gavin Ekstrom

Selling the Dream: Lessons on Luxury, Experience, and Influence w/ Gavin Ekstrom & Steve Wiskow

Steve Wiskow’s journey—from arriving in Colorado with $300 to becoming Marketing Director at Ferrari—is anything but ordinary. In this episode, he shares how he carved out a unique niche selling experiences, not necessities, to ultra-high-net-worth clients. The conversation explores how great sales professionals shift from pitching products to creating emotion, connection, and aspiration—and why mastering that skill is what separates average performers from elite ones.

Competing at a Higher Level in Business and Life w/ Gavin Ekstrom & Jason Cummings

Jason Cummings believes in real competition—the kind that sharpens your discipline, standards, and execution. In this episode, we discuss what it takes to scale during market headwinds, why elite delegation is a growth strategy, and how fitness, boundaries, and personal development have strengthened both his marriage and his business. If you want to perform at a higher level without sacrificing what matters most, this episode delivers the framework.

Strategic Gratitude w/ Mr.Thank You & Hunter Marckwardt

Hunter Marckwardt interviews John Israel—aka “Mr. Thank You”—to break down how gratitude becomes a measurable business advantage when it’s done with intention. John shares the story behind the Gratitude Project, the concept of perpetual discontentment, and why high performers often struggle to feel satisfied even after “winning.” They dive into practical frameworks like the Rapid Relatability Formula (Story, Significance, Struggle) and the ABCs of a Legendary Thank You Note (Attitude, Behaviors, Challenges)—plus how to choose the right tool (card, email, video, or gift) for the right moment. A powerful episode on building deeper relationships in an increasingly automated world.

The Inner Work Behind Sustainable Success w/ Niki Salter & Josh Sigman

In this episode of Impactful Thoughts, Josh Sigman sits down with longtime friend, investor, and powerhouse leader Nikki Salter for a deeply honest conversation about success, fulfillment, and the inner work required to sustain both. Nikki shares how her greatest personal transformation didn’t come from failure—but from monumental success she wasn’t yet ready to hold. Together, they explore why balance is a myth, how priorities and boundaries shape real freedom, and why success without self-worth will always feel hollow. This episode is a must-listen for leaders who want more than achievement—they want alignment. Want to learn more about how coaching can help you scale without burnout? Click below to learn more: Learn More [https://www.impactelitecoaching.com]

Building Leaders Who Create Leaders w/ Brian Covey and Gavin Ekstrom

In this episode, Host Gavin Ekstrom sits down with Brian Covey, former professional soccer player and now Divisional SVP at CrossCountry Mortgage, to explore how discipline, curiosity, and alignment create lasting success. Brian shares his journey from the soccer field to the national stage, revealing how unseen hours, personal reinvention, and servant leadership drive true growth. Together, they dive deep into what it means to integrate—not just balance—faith, family, and business, and how to lead with purpose in a noisy world. Listeners will learn: * How “breakdowns” often precede breakthroughs * The four levels of leadership—and how to reach aspirational impact * Why curiosity fuels performance, relationships, and sales * The difference between balance and integration * How alignment produces both peace and power Perfect for anyone ready to lead with intention, recalibrate priorities, and grow without losing what matters most.