Creating a Life by Design with Noah Elias

Ep. 20 | Beyond the Brush: Designing a Life of Intention

Today, I'm incredibly excited because I'm sitting down with one of my best friends, Dave Monnig from Coast Airbrush - a friendship that spans over 35 years. This episode isn't just about airbrushing or a specific craft. It's about entrepreneurship, creativity, drive, and grit. If you're someone who wants to truly design your life instead of just letting life happen to you, this conversation is for you. As I always say, if you're not living with a plan, you're essentially a target - just waiting to get bombarded by life's challenges. Dave and I are going to share our journeys, our failures, our successes, and most importantly, the lessons we've learned about building something meaningful. We're going to dive into how two young guys with virtually nothing but determination transformed an industry, built businesses, and ultimately discovered that true success isn't about money - it's about purpose, community, and making a real difference. Having started Coast airbrush just out of High School with his Father, David became the industry standard for airbrush artists in the field of custom painters, fine artists, automotive painters, and hobbyists. Over the last 35 years, Coast Airbrush has become the leading authority in airbrush education and training and the main hub for the global airbrush community. David has been a crucial contributor to the development and innovation of airbrush manufacturers and paint manufacturers. David has a heart for helping custom painters thrive in their careers with the best products and support. CHAPTER  Markers: _______________ 0:00:00 - 0:01:17 - Introduction and Welcome 0:01:18 - 0:03:09 - First Meeting and Early Partnership 0:03:10 - 0:07:59 - Coast Airbrush Origins 0:08:00 - 0:15:59 - Industry Innovation and Growth 0:16:00 - 0:17:20 - Early Business Challenges and Learning 0:17:21 - 0:20:27 - The Craig T. Nelson Project Case Study 0:20:28 - 0:26:59 - Mentorship vs. Internet Isolation 0:27:00 - 0:29:59 - Personal Struggles and Rock Bottom 0:30:00 - 0:38:59 - Faith and Transformation 0:39:00 - 0:55:55 - Serving Others vs. Being a Parasite 0:55:56 - 0:57:29 - Pricing Strategy and Value Creation 0:57:30 - 1:14:24 - Case Studies and Results 1:14:25 - 1:08:59 - Coast Creative Community Launch 1:09:00 - 1:18:39 - Legacy and Purpose 1:18:40 - 1:19:49 - Closing and Final Remarks Catch our FREE Accelerator here: https://courses.noahelias.net/beyond-the-brush [https://courses.noahelias.net/beyond-the-brush] FOLLOW DAVE: 👉Instagram: @coastairbrush [https://www.instagram.com/coastairbrush/]👉Facebook: @coastairbrush [https://www.facebook.com/coastairbrush]👉YouTube: @coastaribrushtv [https://www.instagram.com/coastairbrush]👉X(Twitter): @CoastAribrush [https://x.com/coastairbrush]Website Link: https://www.coastairbrush.com/ [https://www.coastairbrush.com/] FOLLOW NOAH: 👉Instagram: @noah.j.elias [https://www.instagram.com/noah.j.elias/]👉Facebook: Noah Elias [https://www.facebook.com/Noah.J.Elias/]👉YouTube: @noah-j-elias [https://www.youtube.com/@noah-j-elias]👉Threads: @noah.j.elias [https://www.threads.net/@noah.j.elias]👉Twitter “X” : @noahfineart [https://twitter.com/noahfineart] Website link: https://noahelias.net/ [https://noahelias.net/]Website link: https://noahfineart.com/ [https://noahelias.net/]

Ep. 19 | From Athlete to Trainer: The Ripple Effects of a Disciplined Body

In this episode of Creating a Life by Design, I have one of my great friends and personal trainers, Zach Wade, joining me! We’re going to dive into holistic personal development, centered on fitness as a transformative discipline that extends far beyond physical appearance. How does intentional physical training serve as a pathway to spiritual, mental, and professional growth? Disciplined body management creates a ripple effect across all life domains. Zach shares his personal insights into how consistent exercise primes the brain for challenges, builds resilience, and represents a form of self-love and spiritual glorification. Having Zach as a coach who provides customized guidance, accountability, and strategic planning has been a game-changer for me. True transformation comes from metabolizing truth rather than merely consuming information.  During his long career as a high-level athlete and DI football player, Zach trained and worked with some of the best trainers, athletes, fitness influencers, and coaches in the world. In the process, he became a certified fitness trainer himself. Drawing on knowledge from across fields, Zach has created his own training lane that focuses on both performance and aesthetic aspects. Through his model, he has had the privilege of working with many celebrities, models, and social media influencers, helping them achieve the best shape of their lives, both physically and mentally. Zach’s ultimate goal is to help people understand that working out is not just about looking good, but about preparing you to handle everything this game of life throws at you. CHAPTER  Markers: _______________ 0:00:00 - 0:01:24 - Introduction and Background  0:01:24 - 0:03:05 - The Importance of Physical Fitness  0:07:41 - 0:11:16 - The Role of a Coach in Personal Development  0:15:15 - 0:16:57 - Metabolizing Truth and Overcoming Challenges  0:19:57 - 0:22:42 - Relating to Different Types of People  0:23:06 - 0:25:19 - The Dark World and Missionary Work  0:27:51 - 0:29:44 - High-Performance Living and Elite-Level Operation  0:30:35 - 0:31:38 - Measuring Progress and Accountability  0:31:38 - 0:33:05 - Setting the Pace for Family and Others  0:32:37 - 0:34:15 - Social Media and Posting Workouts 0:34:29 - 0:35:07 - Small Daily Habits and Their Impact 0:35:16 - 0:36:38 - The Correlation Between Physical and Spiritual Discipline  0:36:41 - 0:37:58 - Zach Wade's Coaching Services and Contact Information  0:37:58 - 0:38:18 - Closing Remarks FOLLOW ZACH: 👉Instagram: @zachwadefit [https://www.instagram.com/zachwadefit/] https://www.facebook.com/Noah.J.Elias/👉YouTube: @zachwadefit [https://www.youtube.com/@zachwadefit] https://twitter.com/noahfineartWebsite Link: https://train4lifenation.com/ [https://train4lifenation.com/] FOLLOW NOAH: 👉Instagram: @noah.j.elias [https://www.instagram.com/noah.j.elias/]👉Facebook: Noah Elias [https://www.facebook.com/Noah.J.Elias/]👉YouTube: @noah-j-elias [https://www.youtube.com/@noah-j-elias]👉Threads: @noah.j.elias [https://www.threads.net/@noah.j.elias]👉Twitter “X” : @noahfineart [https://twitter.com/noahfineart] Website link: https://noahelias.net/ [https://noahelias.net/]Website link: https://noahfineart.com/ [https://noahelias.net/]

Ep. 18 | Scaling Successfully Without Losing Your Soul

Close your eyes and imagine the biggest tree you’ve ever seen in your life. Now imagine yourself taking a quick break to sit and lean against it. If its roots were only a few inches below the ground, what do you think would happen? That bad boy will come down quicker than you have time to react. The result? Utter catastrophe! Trees that last a lifetime are not grown overnight. In this episode, I’m back solo discussing the challenge of scaling success without losing one's integrity. Establishing deep roots is vital to withstand both adversity and success while maintaining your character and resiliency. Transformation can’t be rushed and requires consistent effort over time. It’s a long-term process and worth it in the end! Let’s dive into some daily practices that will help you foster personal and professional growth. CHAPTER  Markers: _______________ 00:00:01 - Intro 00:01:58 - The Importance of Deep Roots 00:03:44 - Navigating Success and Adversity 00:09:21 - Establishing Deep Roots Through Daily Practices 00:13:20 - The Role of Transformation and Professional Growth FOLLOW NOAH: 👉Instagram: @noah.j.elias [https://www.instagram.com/noah.j.elias/]👉Facebook: Noah Elias [https://www.facebook.com/Noah.J.Elias/]👉YouTube: @noah-j-elias [https://www.youtube.com/@noah-j-elias]👉Threads: @noah.j.elias [https://www.threads.net/@noah.j.elias]👉Twitter “X” : @noahfineart [https://twitter.com/noahfineart] Website link: https://noahelias.net/ [https://noahelias.net/]Website link: https://noahfineart.com/ [https://noahelias.net/]

Ep. 17 | Life Transformation Nuggets

In this episode, I’m going “solo” to discuss the importance of living life by design, by sharing and emphasizing the impact of your focus on personal and professional outcomes. I’m going to highlight the necessity of inner work to align one's identity with their true self, using examples from my own life and experiences with clients. I cannot stress enough the importance of emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and daily mental renewal. Being adopted into God's family and the transformative power of surrendering one's own agendas are game-changers.    Chapter Markers: _______________ 00:00:01 - Intro 00:00:47 - Focus and Mindset 00:03:01 - External Triggers and Internal Deficits 00:05:33 - Daily Disciplines and Renewal 00:06:40 - The Journey of Masculinity 00:12:56 - Adopting a True Self 00:23:21 - The Role of Emotional Intelligence 00:25:41 - Transformation and Heart Work 00:28:16 - Daily Protocols and Surrender 00:28:32 - Final Thoughts and Encouragement  FOLLOW NOAH: 👉Instagram: @noah.j.elias [https://www.instagram.com/noah.j.elias/]👉Facebook: Noah Elias [https://www.facebook.com/Noah.J.Elias/]👉YouTube: @noah-j-elias [https://www.youtube.com/@noah-j-elias]👉Threads: @noah.j.elias [https://www.threads.net/@noah.j.elias]👉Twitter “X” : @noahfineart [https://twitter.com/noahfineart] Website link: https://noahelias.net/ [https://noahelias.net/]Website link: https://noahfineart.com/ [https://noahelias.net/]

Ep. 16 I Restore: Affair-Proof Your Marriage

During this time of year, many couples experience extra stress attributed to financial hardships, the hustle and bustle of the holidays, and, in many cases, unfortunately, marital issues. My long-time friend and AMAZING mentor and counselor to Chantel and I joined me in my studio to share his wisdom and bring hope to anyone who may be listening and struggling with the pain or grief of a broken marriage or relationship. There is hope. In the episode, we discuss the red flags to watch for and some healthy relational tips and strategies you can apply starting now!   Dave Carder serves in Fullerton, California. He and his wife, Ronnie, have been married for 50 years and have four adult children and eight grandchildren. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Dave specializes in the area of adultery recovery and prevention. Because of this, he has made appearances as a subject matter expert on The Oprah Network, Discovery Health, and The Learning Channel. Dave is also the co-author of Torn Asunder: Recovering from an Extramarital Affair and has done training for the US Army (Family Life Educators, Chaplains College, pre-deployment training-Ft. Bragg) and the US Navy (Social Workers/MSW, Adultery Recovery).   After spending 35+ years working with couples around the world who are dealing with the pain and consequences of infidelity, Dave is here to tell you that there is definitely hope for you. CHAPTER MARKERS: 00:00:01 - Intro 00:02:17 - Invest Into Your Marriage 00:06:30 - Affair Proofing 00:11:01 - Comfort and Cope Without Damage 00:13:45 - Can Men and Women Be Friends? 00:14:55 - Anything Emotional Belongs at Home 00:18:10 - The Dangers of Tech 00:20:05 - Keep Your Marriage Reserves Topped 00:23:10 - The Secret Lies In Your Brain 00:28:48 - The Affirmation Protocol 00:32:49 - The Timeline of Life 00:36:30 - Bring the Intimacy Back Up 00:37:51 - The Biggest Elephant in the Room…P@>|\| 00:44:05 - To Those Who Want to Break the Cycle 00:45:55 - A Resource Tool: Restore 00:47:49 - Are There Unrecoverable Relationships? 00:52:19 - Closing Remarks DAVE CARDER - RESTORE US: 👉Website: https://www.restoreus.net/ [https://www.restoreus.net/] FOLLOW NOAH: 👉Instagram: @noah.j.elias [https://www.instagram.com/noah.j.elias/]👉Facebook: Noah Elias [https://www.facebook.com/Noah.J.Elias/]👉YouTube: @noah-j-elias [https://www.youtube.com/@noah-j-elias]👉Threads: @noah.j.elias [https://www.threads.net/@noah.j.elias]👉Twitter “X” : @noahfineart [https://twitter.com/noahfineart] Website link: https://noahelias.net/ [https://noahelias.net/]