ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth

This week, Roger interviews Mike Tolbert [https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/T/TolbMi00.htm], a former NFL All-Pro fullback celebrated for his resilience, tenacity, and leadership. Mike shares his inspiring journey from college football to becoming a three-time Pro Bowler and competing in the Super Bowl with the Carolina Panthers. He speaks candidly about his time with the San Diego Chargers and his transition to the Panthers, reflecting on the influence of key teammates and coaches throughout his career. Mike also opens up about his decision to retire in order to support his family—particularly his wife during her battle with postpartum depression—and his transition into entrepreneurship as the owner of a RockBox Fitness [https://franchise.rockboxfitness.com/] studio. Throughout the episode, he highlights the importance of perseverance, adaptability, and community, offering valuable insights for both aspiring athletes and entrepreneurs. The conversation concludes with reflections on legacy and Mike’s continued commitment to giving back and living a purposeful, well-balanced life.   Topics Include: * Mike’s Unlikely NFL Journey  * Super Bowl Experiences and Lessons Learned * The Power of Leadership and Mentorship * Transitioning to Small Business Ownership * Handling Doubts and Challenges in Business   Connect with Mike:  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/yogidagreat35/] RockBox Fitness [https://www.rockboxfitness.com/waverly/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=GMB&utm_campaign=Blakeney]   Let's Get Social: Connect with Roger and ThriveMore Brands [https://linktr.ee/thrivemorewithrogermartin]   Check Out Roger’s Book: An Insider’s Guide to Business: Secrets From an Entrepreneur’s Playbook [https://www.amazon.com/INSIDERS-GUIDE-BUSINESS-ENTREPRENEURS-PLAYBOOK/dp/B0CR7P8Z6R]   Visit Us: ThriveMore Brands Website [https://thrivemorebrands.com/]   Check Out Our Sponsor:RockBox Fitness is a state-of-the-art boutique fitness studio that combines confidence-building boxing and kickboxing with strengthening functional exercises. As the $96.7 billion fitness industry continues to grow, RockBox Fitness is in the perfect position to continue as a fast-growing, successful brand. If you’re looking to transform lives in your community, visit Rockbox Fitness [http://rockboxfitness.com/franchise-opportunities] for more information! ThriveMore Autopilot helps small and mid-sized business owners scale quickly without the struggle and headache. ThriveMore Autopilot [https://thrivemore.ai/] is your strategic marketing and sales partner that rapidly grows your business by generating new leads, nurturing those leads, and booking those leads so they become long-term, paying customers.   Produced By: Social Chameleon [https://socialchameleon.us/]

This week, Roger sits down with Daniel Goddard, best known for his roles in BeastMaster, General Hospital, and The Young and the Restless. Daniel shares his fascinating journey from a highly successful acting career to becoming an innovative entrepreneur and coach. He speaks candidly about his early entrepreneurial spirit, offers behind-the-scenes stories from his time in showbiz, and reflects on how he navigated the competitive entertainment industry. Daniel also dives into his latest venture, Dysko [https://dysko.co/]—an AI-driven social networking app designed to revolutionize how people connect. He discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the valuable lessons learned from failure, and the importance of resilience and adaptability. Packed with insights from Daniel's multifaceted career and relentless pursuit of growth, this episode is a must-listen for aspiring actors, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to reinvent themselves.   Topics Include: * The Risks and Rewards of Acting  * How Dysko is Revolutionizing Social Networking * Challenges and Innovations in AR and AI * The Invaluable Lessons of Failure * Balancing Entrepreneurship and Acting   Daniel’s Book Recommendations: The Greatest Salesman in the World [https://a.co/d/atyAMpg]   Connect with Daniel & Dysko:  Website [https://dysko.co/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedanielgoddard/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thedanielgoddard/?hl=en] Under The In [https://www.underthein.com/]   Let's Get Social: Connect with Roger and ThriveMore Brands [https://linktr.ee/thrivemorewithrogermartin]   Check Out Roger’s Book: An Insider’s Guide to Business: Secrets From an Entrepreneur’s Playbook [https://www.amazon.com/INSIDERS-GUIDE-BUSINESS-ENTREPRENEURS-PLAYBOOK/dp/B0CR7P8Z6R]   Visit Us: ThriveMore Brands Website [https://thrivemorebrands.com/]   Check Out Our Sponsor: RockBox Fitness is a state-of-the-art boutique fitness studio that combines confidence-building boxing and kickboxing with strengthening functional exercises. As the $96.7 billion fitness industry continues to grow, RockBox Fitness is in the perfect position to continue as a fast-growing, successful brand. If you’re looking to transform lives in your community, visit Rockbox Fitness [http://rockboxfitness.com/franchise-opportunities] for more information! ThriveMore Autopilot helps small and mid-sized business owners scale quickly without the struggle and headache. ThriveMore Autopilot [https://thrivemore.ai/] is your strategic marketing and sales partner that rapidly grows your business by generating new leads, nurturing those leads, and booking those leads so they become long-term, paying customers.   Produced By: Social Chameleon [https://socialchameleon.us/]

This week, Roger had the honor of sitting down with Bas Rutten [https://basrutten.com/], a former Pancrase champion, UFC heavyweight champion, commentator for Pride Fighting Championships, and accomplished actor. Bas shares his inspiring life story, from his struggles with eczema and asthma during childhood and dealing with bullying, to becoming a world-renowned fighter and entertainer. He also discusses his transition from fighting to commentating, acting in films with stars like Kevin James and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and his philosophy of self-discipline and positive habit-forming practices. Bas also delves into the science behind his invention, the O2 Trainer [https://www.o2trainer.com/], which has transformed his life and has helped many others. His journey highlights the power of overcoming difficulties, staying true to oneself, and the importance of positive habit-forming for achieving success. Listen in to hear Bas's incredible story and gain insights on resilience, determination, and self-improvement!   Topics Include: * Overcoming Childhood Health Challenges * Transition to Professional Fighting and Bouncing * The Journey to Japan and Pancrase Success * Transition to UFC and Commentary Career * Acting Career and Recent Projects   Connect with Bas:  Website [https://basrutten.com/] O2 Trainer [https://www.o2trainer.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/o2trainer/] YouTube   [https://www.youtube.com/O2trainer] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@o2trainer]   Let's Get Social: Connect with Roger and ThriveMore Brands [https://linktr.ee/thrivemorewithrogermartin]   Check Out Roger’s Book: An Insider’s Guide to Business: Secrets From an Entrepreneur’s Playbook [https://www.amazon.com/INSIDERS-GUIDE-BUSINESS-ENTREPRENEURS-PLAYBOOK/dp/B0CR7P8Z6R]   Visit Us: ThriveMore Brands Website [https://thrivemorebrands.com/]   Check Out Our Sponsor:RockBox Fitness is a state-of-the-art boutique fitness studio that combines confidence-building boxing and kickboxing with strengthening functional exercises. As the $96.7 billion fitness industry continues to grow, RockBox Fitness is in the perfect position to continue as a fast-growing, successful brand. If you’re looking to transform lives in your community, visit Rockbox Fitness [http://rockboxfitness.com/franchise-opportunities] for more information! ThriveMore Autopilot helps small and mid-sized business owners scale quickly without the struggle and headache. ThriveMore Autopilot [https://thrivemore.ai/] is your strategic marketing and sales partner that rapidly grows your business by generating new leads, nurturing those leads, and booking those leads so they become long-term, paying customers.   Produced By: Social Chameleon [https://socialchameleon.us/]

In this episode—tailored for both business owners and employees who hold a negative perception of sales—Roger explores the root causes of sales aversion and shares actionable strategies to overcome them. He covers key topics such as identifying limiting beliefs, reframing sales as a form of service, understanding the buyer's journey, and mastering the art of asking the right questions. Listeners will also gain practical tips on improving tonality, building daily habits, and positioning the customer as the hero of their own story. Roger introduces the sales training and coaching resources available through ThriveMore Autopilot [https://thrivemore.ai/], which are helping business owners tackle their biggest growth challenges. Listeners will also discover the three core levers for business growth and how deeply limiting beliefs can impact sales performance. Drawing from 33 years of professional experience, Roger offers valuable insights on mindset shifts, skill-building, and the power of consistency. Whether you're uncomfortable with sales or looking to enhance your team’s effectiveness, this e   Topics Include: * The Three Levers of Business Growth * The Root Cause of Sales Challenges * Understanding the Buyer's Journey * The Power of Asking Questions * The Importance of Tonality in Sales   Let's Get Social: Connect with Roger and ThriveMore Brands [https://linktr.ee/thrivemorewithrogermartin] Check Out Roger’s Book: An Insider’s Guide to Business: Secrets From an Entrepreneur’s Playbook [https://www.amazon.com/INSIDERS-GUIDE-BUSINESS-ENTREPRENEURS-PLAYBOOK/dp/B0CR7P8Z6R] Visit Us: ThriveMore Brands Website [https://thrivemorebrands.com/] Check Out Our Sponsors:RockBox Fitness is a state-of-the-art boutique fitness studio that combines confidence-building boxing and kickboxing, with strengthening functional exercises. As the $96.7 billion fitness industry continues to grow, RockBox Fitness is in the perfect position to continue as a fast-growing, successful brand. If you’re looking to transform lives in your community, visit Rockbox Fitness [http://rockboxfitness.com/franchise-opportunities] for more information! ThriveMore Autopilot helps small and mid-sized business owners scale quickly without the struggle and headache. ThriveMore Autopilot [https://thrivemore.ai/] is your strategic marketing and sales partner that rapidly grows your business by generating new leads, nurturing those leads, and booking those leads so they become long-term, paying customers.   Produced By: Social Chameleon [https://socialchameleon.us/]

This week, Roger sits down with Puneet Nanda [https://www.tiktok.com/discover/puneet-nanda], a successful entrepreneur known for his innovative approach to oral care by blending Ayurvedic principles with Western medicine. Puneet shares his journey from growing up in India, immersed in the dental industry, to founding Dr. Fresh and later GuruNanda [https://gurunanda.com/]. He emphasizes the value of combining Eastern wisdom with Western clinical research to create high-quality, accessible oral care products—including a revolutionary oil-pulling mouthwash and the top-selling Butter on Gums toothbrush. The conversation explores key aspects of maintaining oral health and Puneet’s mission to make this knowledge and care more widely accessible. He also discusses his viral success on TikTok, which significantly increased brand awareness and sales, and details how he navigated supply chain challenges amid rapid growth. Drawing inspiration from mentors like Warren Buffett and business icons like Elon Musk, Puneet highlights the importance of diversification, execution, and long-term resilience. This episode offers a rich blend of entrepreneurial insight, the science behind oral care, and practical strategies for health and business success.   Topics Include: * Puneet’s Unique Entrepreneurial Journey * The Science Behind Oral Hygiene * Puneet’s Accidental TikTok Fame * The Challenges of Rapid Growth * The Importance of Diversification   Puneet’s Book Recommendations:  The Tao of Warren Buffett: Warren Buffett's Words of Wisdom: Quotations and Interpretations to Help Guide You to Billionaire Wealth and Enlightened Business Management [https://www.amazon.com/Tao-Warren-Buffett-Interpretations-Billionaire/dp/1416541322]   Connect with Puneet:  Website [https://gurunanda.com/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/discover/puneet-nanda] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drfresh/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/iampuneetnanda/]   Let's Get Social: Connect with Roger and ThriveMore Brands [https://linktr.ee/thrivemorewithrogermartin]   Check Out Roger’s Book: An Insider’s Guide to Business: Secrets From an Entrepreneur’s Playbook [https://www.amazon.com/INSIDERS-GUIDE-BUSINESS-ENTREPRENEURS-PLAYBOOK/dp/B0CR7P8Z6R]   Visit Us: ThriveMore Brands Website [https://thrivemorebrands.com/]   Check Out Our Sponsor: RockBox Fitness is a state-of-the-art boutique fitness studio that combines confidence-building boxing and kickboxing with strengthening functional exercises. As the $96.7 billion fitness industry continues to grow, RockBox Fitness is in the perfect position to continue as a fast-growing, successful brand. If you’re looking to transform lives in your community, visit Rockbox Fitness [http://rockboxfitness.com/franchise-opportunities] for more information! ThriveMore Autopilot helps small and mid-sized business owners scale quickly without the struggle and headache. ThriveMore Autopilot [https://thrivemore.ai/] is your strategic marketing and sales partner that rapidly grows your business by generating new leads, nurturing those leads, and booking those leads so they become long-term, paying customers.   Produced By: Social Chameleon [https://socialchameleon.us/]