Ep. 16 - Mike Moriarty: Multiplier

Ep. 23 -Chris Harris: The Warrior Maker

In this episode of the Be Better Tribe Podcast, I sit down with Chris Harris, known as "The Warrior Maker," to discuss leadership, mindset, personal growth, and the power of transformation. Chris shares lessons from a lifetime of studying human performance, leadership development, and resilience. We dive into the concept of metacognition—the ability to think about your thinking—and why it may be one of the most important skills for creating lasting change in your life. Throughout our conversation, Chris explains why there is no obligation to remain the same version of yourself, how adversity can become a catalyst for growth, and what we can learn from the habits and mindsets of highly successful people. He also reflects on defining moments from his own journey and offers practical advice for anyone looking to improve as a leader, parent, teammate, or individual. Whether you're working through challenges, striving for personal growth, or looking to develop a stronger mindset, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable insights. KEY TAKEAWAYS • Metacognition is the foundation for personal growth and self-awareness • You are not obligated to remain the same person you were yesterday • Adversity often creates the greatest opportunities for transformation • Learning from successful people can accelerate your own growth • Leadership starts with mastering yourself first • Personal development requires intentional action and consistent effort Thank you for listening to the Be Better Tribe Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who may benefit from the conversation. Remember to show up, stay consistent, and always strive to be better. 🎙️

Ep. 22 - Lessons From The Tribe

In this special solo episode of the Be Better Tribe Podcast, I reflect on the biggest lessons from my conversations in Episodes 16 through 21. Over the last several weeks, I've sat down with entrepreneurs, executives, coaches, mentors, and lifelong friends. While each guest had a unique story, I noticed many of the same principles kept showing up. Different paths, different careers, and different definitions of success, but the same lessons. In this episode, I share six themes that continue to shape the way I think about leadership, growth, relationships, and life. We discuss why confidence comes after action, how relationships can change the trajectory of your life, why consistency remains one of the greatest advantages you can have, and what great leaders do to help others grow. I also reflect on the importance of progression over perfection and why humility may be one of the most powerful traits for lifelong growth. Key Takeaways • You don't need to feel ready before taking action • Relationships can change the direction of your life • Consistency compounds into extraordinary results • Great leaders focus on developing people • Progression creates purpose and fulfillment • Humility keeps us learning and growing I hope one of these lessons resonates with you and helps you continue your own journey toward becoming a little bit better. Show up. Stay consistent. And always remember to be better.

Ep. 21 - Sam Villa: Legend & Icon

In this episode of Be Better Tribe, I sit down with world-renowned hairstylist, educator, and entrepreneur Sam Villa to talk about passion, purpose, and the mindset behind long-term success. Lucky for me I get to call him Tio Sam (AKA Uncle Sam). Sam shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most respected names in the beauty industry, building a career centered around creativity, connection, and continuous growth. We talk about the importance of staying relevant, embracing progression, and why true success comes from constantly evolving both personally and professionally. Throughout the conversation, Sam opens up about the impact of mentorship and coaching, the lessons he’s learned from working with people around the world, and how meaningful relationships can completely shape your path in life and business. This episode is packed with wisdom around leadership, personal growth, discipline, and finding fulfillment through serving others. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creative, leader, or someone trying to find your purpose, there’s something in this conversation for you. Like. Comment. Subscribe.

Ep. 20 - Conor Begley: Entrepreneur 🍺

I sat down with Conor Begley to talk about the reality of entrepreneurship, betting on yourself, and what it takes to keep building through uncertainty. Conor shares his journey from Cal Poly to co-founding Fathers Brewing, along with the lessons that came from launching businesses, learning through failure, and continuing to evolve as an entrepreneur. We talk about persistence, staying focused when things don’t go as planned, and how long-term success is often built through consistency and commitment rather than quick wins. Conor also opens up about relaunching software products, learning from past mistakes, and the mindset shifts that helped shape both his career and personal growth. If you’re navigating a career transition, thinking about starting something of your own, or trying to figure out your next step, this episode has a lot of value packed into it. Like. Comment. Subscribe.

Ep. 19 - Elena Winters: Tech Leader

I sat down with Elena Winters to talk about what it really takes to build a meaningful career over time. We start with her early days as a Sales Associate and how those foundational experiences shaped the way she approaches leadership today. Elena was actually the one who referred me into that role, which changed the trajectory of my career and is a real reminder that your network matters more than you think. From there, Elena walks through her journey across companies like Microsoft, Oracle, Meta, and now VP of International Business at Elea Data Centers & Co-Founder of Women’s Tech Forum. A big theme throughout this conversation is growth through discomfort. Elena shares how stepping into the unknown, taking on new challenges before feeling ready, and surrounding yourself with the right people can accelerate everything. We also spend time on the role of mentorship and community. From the people who helped guide her early on to her work co-founding the Women in Tech Forum, it’s clear that success isn’t built alone. If you’re early in your career, navigating a transition, or thinking about what’s next, this episode offers a real look at how to grow with intention. Like. Comment. Subscribe.