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Dorit Schwartz LV103: Unleashing the Artist Within

You don’t become an artist… you unleash one. Season 2 of EQ U launches with CEO Robyn Williams and COO Corrine Clement engaging in a powerful conversation with Dorit Schwartz — a globally recognized sculptor, ChoiceCenter graduate of LV103 in 2015, and a woman who transformed her inner vision into a body of work now experienced around the world. But this episode isn’t about art - it’s about what happens when you stop holding back. For years, Dorit had creativity, ideas, and vision — but like so many high-performing people, something kept her playing smaller than what was possible. Until one question changed everything: “What’s missing in your life?” Through emotional intelligence training and coaching, she began to: * Trust her ideas without hesitation * Take action without waiting for permission * Fully express herself — in her art, her relationships, and her life What followed wasn’t incremental growth. It was transformation. Today, her work — blending crystal, wood, and light — lives in luxury homes, galleries, and collections across the globe. But more importantly, she became someone who no longer holds herself back. In this episode, you’ll discover: * The difference between having talent and using it * How emotional intelligence unlocks creativity and execution * What it takes to turn passion into a profession * How EQ transforms your relationships, communication, and family And at the end, Dorit shares a simple but powerful EQ stretch to reconnect you to your energy, your presence, and your next level.

Brittany Hanson LV42: Weddings, Wildfires and Autism Wisdom

🎧 What do you do when your home burns down, your multi-million-dollar business is crippled by COVID, and your non-verbal autistic son is struggling in a chaotic world? 💔🔥♾️ If you’re LV42's Brittany Rogers Hanson, you rise — with emotional intelligence as your superpower. In this powerful and unfiltered episode, Brittany shares her journey from photographing icons like Steve Wynn, Dana White and Tom Breitling, to navigating the heartbreak of the 2017 Napa wildfires, to building a business with her son Kai — who inspires her every day to lead with love, patience, and vision. 🧠💙📸  A 2003 graduate of ChoiceCenter Leadership University, Brittany used her EQ Leadership training to triple her income in just 100 days. She later founded Runaway With Me, a $2M destination wedding company — and today, she’s a master of leading both teams and family with EQ. 💍📈🧭 Married to her high school sweetheart (Eric Hanson LV41), Brittany takes us behind the scenes of: 📸 Her path from art school to photographing billionaires and destination weddings 🔥 Rebuilding after losing her home in the Napa wildfires 📈 Tripling her income after EQ leadership training 🧩 Raising her autistic son Kai with compassion and resilience ♻️ Building a garbage-bin-inspired business with her son 🚀 How she uses AI to 10x her team’s productivity 🧡 25 years of marriage rooted in declarations, clarity, and shared vision 🎯 The impact Abundance & Prosperity can have on planning your family’s next 10 years Whether you're a parent, entrepreneur, or simply seeking strength through adversity — this episode will meet you where you are and inspire you to dream, declare, and deliver at the next level. 🔊 Listen now for a masterclass in EQ-fueled leadership, neurodiversity, and unapologetic reinvention. 🎙️ Hit play if you're ready to be moved, empowered, and reminded of what’s possible when emotional intelligence leads the way.

Nicolas Sfeir LV159: Built Different — From $300 to a $250M Raiders Stadium Deal

Born in a hospital bunker during the Lebanese Civil War, Nicolas Sfeir arrived in the U.S. with two suitcases, $300, and a dream. Today, he’s the owner of EEF Custom Homes, a father of four, and a graduate of ChoiceCenter’s LV159 EQ Leadership training who has scaled companies from $23M to $72M and won the $250M mechanical contract for the Raiders Stadium in Las Vegas. But none of that defines him like his emotional intelligence does. In this powerful episode of EQ U, Nicolas shares: * How he immigrated to the U.S. and found purpose through construction * The inside story of how he used enrolling and vision to beat competitors and win the Raiders Stadium bid * Why his EQ training helped him become the kind of father and husband he always wanted to be * How he scaled two companies and bought his dream business at age 46 * What the Samurai Game, Journey Within, and Men's Retreat gave him that business school never did * His biggest coaching moment: “Would you want your daughter to marry someone like you?” Plus, Nicolas leaves listeners with an EQ Stretch Challenge inspired by his time as a Boy Scout—and a heartfelt message to his children that will stay with you long after the episode ends. 🎧 Listen now and be reminded: You’re never too old, too late, or too far behind to build your dream. You just have to be present—and put in the work.

Pasha Esfandiary LV122: Raising the Stakes to Win in Business & Life

🎲 What happens when you stop playing not to lose—and start betting on yourself? From poker prodigy ♠️ to $50 million real estate mogul 🏢, Pasha Esfandiary has mastered the art of betting on himself — and winning big 💥. In this unforgettable episode of EQ U, Pasha opens up about growing up without a mother 💔, being raised by a hardworking Iranian immigrant father 👨‍👦, and how a single declaration at ChoiceCenter during his LV122 EQ Leadership training in 2012 🎓 changed the trajectory of his entire life. He shares the emotional journey behind flipping his first home 🛠️, raising his first $700K 💸 , and how he's scaled Evoke Capital into a $50M investment firm 📈 built on heart, trust, and EQ 💙. He’s also the author of Raising the Stakes 📘—a bold new book blending poker strategy ♣️ with emotional intelligence, business insight, and personal transformation 🔥. The book is already an Amazon Bestseller 🥇 ahead of its official release on April 22 📅. But Pasha’s greatest wins aren’t financial—they’re deeply personal 💞. From the way he leads his team 🤝 to how he shows up as a father to twins Zoe and Taj 👶👶, and a son to his beloved dad Bijan 🌍, this episode reveals the EQ behind the empire — and the man. In this episode: ♠️ How poker strategy shaped his leadership and parenting 📈 The capital raise that changed everything 💡 What it takes to build trust with investors 🧭 The daily practices that keep him aligned with his vision ❤️ Why leading with love is the highest return of all — 📘 Order the book: Raising the Stakes [https://a.co/d/dmu29gz] (Amazon Bestseller!) 🎧 Listen to his podcast: Road to 100 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/road-to-100/id1654046800] 🌐 Learn more: www.pashaesfandiary.com [http://www.pashaesfandiary.com/] — New episodes of EQ U drop every Tuesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music and ChoiceCenter.com. Subscribe. Share. Stretch yourself.

Henry Akins LV144: How a Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Sees What Others Miss

In this powerful episode of EQ U, co-hosts Robin Williams and Corrine Clement of ChoiceCenter Leadership University [https://choicecenter.com/] sit down with Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt and globally renowned instructor Henry Akins, the fastest person to ever receive a black belt from the legendary Rickson Gracie. But beyond the mat, Henry is a graduate of ChoiceCenter’s LV144 EQ Leadership Legacy training and a master of emotional intelligence. We explore how the subtle principles of “hidden jiu-jitsu” [https://www.hiddenjiujitsu.com/]—like flow, stillness, presence, and adaptability—mirror the inner work of EQ. Henry opens up about his journey through grief, the mental discipline behind mastery, and how learning to breathe under pressure has shaped both his life and leadership. Additionally, Henry provides a captivating overview of the history of the UFC, shedding light on its evolution and the pivotal role Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu played in shaping mixed martial arts. His firsthand experiences and stories offer listeners a unique perspective on the martial arts community and its enduring impact. From Henry Akins, you’ll learn: * Why black belts train their mindset as much as their body * How to stay calm when the pressure is on * What jiu-jitsu teaches about resilience, emotional regulation, and growth * The moment Henry nearly walked away from jiu-jitsu—and what brought him back * The incredible parallels between martial arts and emotional intelligence Whether you're a martial artist, a leader, or someone seeking to draw life lessons from the discipline of Jiu-Jitsu, this episode promises to enlighten and inspire you – inside and out.