I'm Up! He Sees Me, I'm Down! Podcast

The Five C’s of Influence: From Rock Bottom to a Stage That Pays

The conversation covers a range of topics including life-changing habits, influential books, career pivots, journalism, media integrity, teaching in inner city Los Angeles, and mindset and attitude. The speakers discuss the impact of pivots in their careers and lives, the challenges of journalism and the importance of media integrity, the experience of teaching in inner city Los Angeles, and the significance of mindset and attitude in leadership and personal development. The conversation delves into the importance of mindset and positive influence, highlighting the impact of storytelling in leadership and communication. It emphasizes the power of a positive mindset and the nurturing of a supportive environment. Additionally, it explores the significance of storytelling in leadership, communication, and public speaking, emphasizing the use of relatable, authoritative, and purposeful storytelling to engage and connect with audiences. Takeaways * Pivots * Journalism vs. Commentary * Teaching Experience * Mindset Positive mindset * The power of storytelling Chapters * 00:00 Mindset and Attitude

Make AI Choose You

The conversation covers the impact of health, early life experiences, navigating personal challenges, real-world business experience, vertical specialization, and the importance of authenticity and human connection in business. The conversation delves into the significance of authenticity in business, the influence of values on business operations, the impact of marketing AI on business owners, and the pitfalls of digital marketing and AI. The key takeaways emphasize the importance of authenticity and value-based business approaches for long-term success. Takeaways * Health impact * Unique business advice * Starting from zero * Personal challenges * Compartmentalization * Vertical specialization * Human connection Authenticity in business is crucial * Value-based business approach is essential for long-term success Chapters * 00:00 Impact of Health * 06:08 Navigating Personal Challenges * 14:25 Real World Experience * 21:24 Authenticity and Human Connection * 33:17 The Pitfalls of Digital Marketing and AI

The Long Game: Consistency, Commitment, and a Life That Holds Up

The conversation covers Kirk McCarley's early life, career, marriage, broadcasting, executive leadership coaching, and the impact of fear. Kirk shares insights on routine, overcoming fear, and the misunderstood measures of success. The conversation also delves into the impact of authenticity in media and the importance of communication. Takeaways * Routine * Overcoming fear Chapters * 00:00 Early Life and Career * 05:44 Marriage and Longevity * 18:57 Executive Leadership Coaching * 32:44 Overcoming Fear and Impact of Fear

The Golden Principles — Leadership Lessons from a Rescued Dog

Most people think leadership is about strategy, authority, or results. Andy Neillie sees it differently — leadership is personal. In this episode, Andy breaks down what over 20 years of real-world leadership has taught him — from building multi-million dollar businesses to leading teams inside high-pressure environments. But what makes this conversation different is where those lessons come from. Some of the most powerful leadership principles Andy teaches didn’t come from boardrooms — they came from rescued dogs. We get into: • How bad leadership early in his career shaped his mission • Why most managers fail when they try to “lead” • The four necessities every leader must develop to earn trust • What companies get wrong about culture and retention • How faith, character, and discipline show up in real leadership This isn’t theory. It’s practical, hard-earned truth about what it actually takes to lead people well. If you’ve ever worked under a bad leader — or you’re trying to become a better one — this episode will hit home. 🎧 Listen now and rethink what leadership really means.

She Pushed Through the Pain… Until Her Body Broke

Based on the transcript and the "She Pushed Through the Pain..." hook from your screenshot, here is a compelling episode description for I’m Up He See’s Me I’m Down. ---------------------------------------- EPISODE DESCRIPTION "I always experienced really bad hip pain and no one really knew where it was coming from... I was taught that pain is mental and that we could just endure through it." What happens when your entire identity is built on your ability to outrun the pain—and then your body finally says, "No more"? In this powerful episode of I’m Up He See’s Me I’m Down, host Mike Turner sits down with leadership coach and organizational expert Carylynn Larson. For years, Carylynn defined herself as an elite marathon runner, using the sport as a coping mechanism for life's stresses. But beneath the surface, a battle with hip dysplasia and a silent struggle with an eating disorder were leading her toward a total physical and mental breaking point. In this conversation, we discuss: * The Cost of High Expectations: Growing up in an academic household and the pressure to excel at all costs. * The Military Spouse Journey: Navigating isolation, deployment during a pandemic, and the vital role of community. * The Breaking Point: Moving from elite athlete to being confined to a wheelchair, and the "hard work" of learning to sit with yourself. * Identity vs. Achievement: How to lead when your "superpower" is taken away and you’re forced to reconnect with your body and faith. * Healing Communities: Why modern organizations need leaders who aren’t just "task-oriented," but who create safe spaces for the human experience. Carylynn’s story is a masterclass in resilience—not the surface-level "hustle" kind, but the deep, transformative grit required to rebuild a life from the ground up.