THE MIRROR CHANGED EVERYTHING | How Leaders Stay Aligned When Life Gets Hard | EP 105

EP 111 | Spencer Palmer: Why Culture Beats Talent — Building Winning Teams Through Leadership

EP 111 | Spencer Palmer: Why Culture Beats Talent — Building Winning Teams Through Leadership In this episode of Podcast on Wheels, Brian Smith sits down with to discuss one of the most overlooked competitive advantages in sports and leadership: culture. Every team has a culture. The question is whether it was built intentionally or by accident. Spencer shares how Season Builder helps coaches, athletic directors, and organizations create values-driven environments that develop leaders, strengthen accountability, and produce lasting impact far beyond wins and losses. Together, Brian and Spencer break down the Season Builder Four V's Framework: • Vision • Values • Voice • Vehicle If you're a coach, parent, athletic director, business leader, or someone responsible for developing people, this conversation provides practical tools to build a culture that lasts. In this episode: • What culture in sports really means • Why culture outperforms talent over time • How coaches shape lives beyond the scoreboard • Creating accountability without losing connection • Building leadership at every level of a program • Why values drive discipline, effort, and performance • How culture transforms teams, schools, and communities About Spencer Palmer: • Team Programs Director at Season Builder • Leadership & Culture Development Specialist • Coach Development Advocate • Speaker and Author Learn more: Season Builder: https://www.seasonbuilder.org [https://www.seasonbuilder.org] Sponsored by Smith Enterprises Faith • Family • Fitness • Freedom #PodcastOnWheels #SpencerPalmer #SeasonBuilder #TeamCulture #SportsLeadership #CoachingDevelopment #AthleticDirector #Leadership #CultureWins #BrianSmithTV #FaithFamilyFitnessFreedom

EP 70 | Bryan Casella: Winning in Sales, Business & Life Without Selling Your Souls, Business & Life Without Selling Your Soul

In this episode of Podcast on Wheels, Brian Smith sits down with to discuss what it really takes to win at a high level in business, fitness, leadership, and life. Bryan shares the mindset shifts, daily disciplines, and hard truths that separate top performers from everyone else. From building a powerful reputation to creating long-term wealth, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom for entrepreneurs, sales professionals, real estate agents, and leaders. In this episode: • Winning the mental battle before your day begins • The real story behind turning a Lamborghini into cash flow • Making faster decisions and eliminating distractions • Building a high-performance culture and team • Why fitness is a leadership responsibility • The power of proximity and relationships • What Bryan would do if he had to start over today About Bryan Casella: • Founder of Team BC Nationwide • Elite Sales & Real Estate Coach • Entrepreneur and Fitness Advocate • Mentor to high-performing entrepreneurs and closers Connect with Bryan: Instagram: @bryancasella Connect with Brian Smith: Instagram: @thereal_briansmith Website: https://www.therealbriansmith.vip [https://www.therealbriansmith.vip] Sponsored by Smith Enterprises Faith • Family • Fitness • Freedom #PodcastOnWheels #BryanCasella #BrianSmithTV #SalesTraining #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #RealEstate #Mindset #Fitness #FaithFamilyFitnessFreedom

Team Culture Exists. How’s Yours? | Building Winning Sports Culture with Season Builder

Team culture exists on every team—whether it’s intentional or not. In this episode of Podcast on Wheels, Brian Smith sits down with Spencer Palmer, Team Programs Director at Season Builder, to break down how sports culture is actually built, why culture always beats talent over time, and what coaches must do to lead teams with clarity, belief, and accountability. This conversation focuses on culture in sports and the systems behind winning team culture. Spencer explains why every locker room already has a culture, how leaders shape it daily, and why the most successful programs treat culture as a system—not a speech. Brian and Spencer walk through the Season Builder framework for sports culture, including the Four V’s: Vision Values Voice Vehicle These principles help coaches define expectations, create shared language, reinforce discipline, and build habits that translate to performance on the field and character off it. This episode is for: Coaches at every level Athletic directors and administrators Parents of student-athletes Sports leaders and program builders Anyone responsible for leading a team Topics include: What team culture really is How to build sports culture intentionally Why culture outlasts wins and losses How coaches influence athletes long after the season ends Why leadership belief shapes effort and performance Learn more about Season Builder and their work with coaches and programs: https://www.seasonbuilder.org/ [https://www.seasonbuilder.org/]

THE MIRROR CHANGED EVERYTHING | How Leaders Stay Aligned When Life Gets Hard | EP 105

EP 105 | THE MIRROR CHANGED EVERYTHINGHow Leaders Stay Aligned When Life Gets Hard | Podcast on WheelsSome growth doesn’t start with strategy.It starts with the mirror.In this episode of Podcast on Wheels, Brian Smith sits down with J’Que Ellis for a raw, faith-forward conversation about what happens when you stop avoiding yourself — and start telling the truth.This is not about motivation.It’s about alignment.J’Que breaks down why real transformation begins when you’re willing to look at yourself honestly, bring that truth before God, and do the daily work required for growth. Leaders don’t lose alignment because they lack information — they lose it when they stop being honest in the mirror.This episode is for anyone navigating pressure, leadership, parenting, business, or a season where life feels heavy — and you know something has to change.IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:• Why the mirror is the starting point for real growth• Being honest with yourself before asking God for direction• Why habits reveal alignment faster than words• The difference between motivation and sustaining rituals• How leaders drift when they avoid self-reflection• Emotional responsibility and faith-based discipline• Why clarity often comes after discomfort• Growth that lasts when no one is watchingTHE MIRROR MOMENTCan you sit with yourself in silence?Can you tell the truth about where you are — not where you want to be?Can you bring that truth to God without pretending?J’Que shares why many people want breakthrough without reflection, and why growth accelerates when you’re willing to face yourself honestly and let God do the refining.ABOUT THE GUESTJ’Que Ellis is a mentor and transformational leader focused on alignment, discipline, and faith-driven growth. Her work centers on helping leaders and creatives develop clarity through honest self-reflection, daily rituals, and intentional living.ABOUT PODCAST ON WHEELSPodcast on Wheels is hosted by Brian Smith and exists to have real conversations around Faith, Family, Fitness, and Freedom — not surface-level success, but sustainable growth.SPONSORED BY SMITH ENTERPRISESPodcast on Wheels is powered by Smith Enterprises, helping individuals, families, and small business owners simplify health, fitness, and life through clarity and discipline.CONNECT WITH BRIAN SMITHInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbriansmithFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brian.smith.43766TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealbriansmithYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@THEREALBRIANSMITHLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealbriansmithEXPLORE MOREHealth Savings Finder (Private Health Insurance Clarity):https://therealbriansmith.vip/health-savings-finderSmith Enterprises Hub:https://therealbriansmith.vipLinktree (All Links):https://linktr.ee/BrianSmithAgentCOMMENT BELOWWhat did the mirror show you in this season — and what’s one step you know you need to take next?

Ep 85 – Creativity, Faith, and Overcoming Struggles | The Nick Mendel Story

In Episode 85 of Podcast on Wheels, host Brian Smith sits down with Nick Mendel — a young artist and entrepreneur whose journey is marked by resilience, faith, and creativity. Nick opens up about skipping college to pursue his passion for art, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and how mental health struggles forced him to slow down and seek help.Through vulnerability and authenticity, Nick shares how faith gave him clarity and how storytelling and art became tools to empower others, especially the next generation. From failed ventures to big visions for youth empowerment, this conversation is packed with lessons on growth, purpose, and building the right community around you.Follow Nick on Instagram:   / the_nickmendel   [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbURlWDI2UnJYY0ZpYzFhemZlMFV3UGNNaktyUXxBQ3Jtc0tsLWxXUkcwVkRXSl9QNnNXNXlkNWpnQnhPbERuUjJoaGdvZ3lVNjVzekFfNUdwLWx6ZjQ3SDI0OG9PbEF0ekkzVThPa1JibjcyQmVPUjloeHM0eHVDWW42Z1ZLMTh3Y3lrMThQZ1ZSa3hzQTZ6cjVGOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fthe_nickmendel%2F&v=wMo-k__lKr8]Connect with Brian: https://therealbriansmith.vip/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa184U0VZZGViMFBLOWI2TnVzcWRjTzQ5VzNLQXxBQ3Jtc0tuV3hVbW1maE84OHlWQ3Btb0NmRWViRWtNZEllZUdUY1U4VnpDdjJNU2Ftck5zNkxNQkl0bzB5eDE5MmJEVDFsQU9yRTlKbEtlQm9VaG50Y2VmVDJkbEJsQXVUbUN0b3hrTFJvZlp1bm1OZmVMNFhhcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftherealbriansmith.vip%2F&v=wMo-k__lKr8]What You’ll Hear in This Episode:Nick’s leap of faith into art and entrepreneurshipLessons learned from a restaurant venture gone wrongMental health challenges and the importance of seeking helpHow faith provided clarity and directionEmpowering youth through art and storytellingBuilding a supportive network for personal and business growthWhy authenticity and vulnerability connect us more deeplyNick’s vision for interactive presentations that inspire studentsKeywords: entrepreneurship, mental health, creativity, faith, personal growth, business challenges, art, inspiration, youth empowerment, storytellingSponsorsFor Health Insurance and Medicare assistance – CALL US NOWGet coverage for your business, family, or retirement with Smith Business & Group Health + Smith Senior Benefits.https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widge... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDZqc2ZzcEl5V2F3cUZYdDFNMmFqMndHYXlKUXxBQ3Jtc0tuMEFhbmtyRUdrT0pKUnJOcVhGZjVzdTlhZHdMVGJycHZDMWZWMVAtbjlPWHhjOUJfbjdKRmJab2N6ZHV6RTlLMWduUHZBOVkxckNTZEwxTlFoeTdYN3U0T0xoMHFDUXlTTG91c29KamYydG8wZlZZYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.leadconnectorhq.com%2Fwidget%2Fbookings%2Fsmithfinancialservicesf99kfr&v=wMo-k__lKr8]Smith Fit Club (SFC) – Faith-based fitness, mobility, and nutrition coaching for real results.https://smithfitclub.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbC1xTkJqVWdqMGtpcF9OWk43a29wVi13cEdhZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsYkE0N1hOVXVRTGFaRXhyQk5Td09saDNTbXJzd1gwektpV1FPcTdWQmVBekppbUxZbkJFRDZlTDExRENwd2t5YndiTUt6ak9KZm1WeTJWMlY3SWJjbm42RVRWR2ZWck5sbWdfcUh5a3o2TjdjaXBKWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fsmithfitclub.com%2F&v=wMo-k__lKr8]