• Now to Next with Nick Nanton Feat. Ross Thornley
    Apr 3 2020
    Adaptability, Assessments, and Coaching

    Nick Nanton sits down with Ross Thornley, the CEO and co-founder of AQai. This purpose-driven conversation touches upon Ross' three key attributes — adaptability, assessments, and coaching. Ross, a relentlessly curious individual, discusses the possible outcomes of working remotely in a post-COVID-19 world — and how humans are built to adapt even in the most dire of situations.

    Timestamps:
    • 6:45: Adaptability for children and adults
    • 13:27: Humans are built to adapt
    • 17:01: Reliance on robots and changes in work philosophy
    • 20:33: Adaptability and AQ: Is change scary?
    • 30:57: Experimentation and having a clean slate
    • 44:57: Resetting your opportunities
    • 55:57: What Ross is reading and watching that brings value

    Resources:
    • Gino Wickman’s EOS
    • Cameron Herold's Double Double
    • The Bezos Letters
    • Moonshot Innovation

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    1 hr
  • Now to Next with Nick Nanton Feat. Jay Abraham
    Apr 6 2020
    Through the Lens of Jay Abraham's 10 Power Principles

    In the midst of the COVID-19 quarantine, host Nick Nanton speaks with his longtime collaborator Jay Abraham. The pair break down 10 of Jay’s 21 all-important Power Principles of Success. Nick and Jay also answer questions in hopes of helping citizens of the world thrive through pillars of value and bounce back once the pandemic has passed. Jay also touches upon the current uncertainty surrounding the real estate market, establishing your superior skillset, and uncovering the real meaning of life.

    Timestamps:
    • 3:00: You have greatness embedded in your DNA
    • 5:28: Set higher goals for yourself
    • 7:52: Becoming a category of one
    • 12:14: The real estate Parthenon 
    • 17:29: How to get people that love what you do to recruit new clients
    • 22:40: Developing your unique selling proposition
    • 27:11: Seeking geometric improvements in your business — not linear ones
    • 33:09: Cross pollination for competitive advantage
    • 36:33: Extending the lifetime value of your customer
    • 39:09: Revising price points with products and services
    • 41:29: How to invest in the stock market once the economy recovers
    • 47:55: Eliminate the prospect of fear by reversing the risk
    • 53:09: Grow and develop top talent
    • 57:01: Life is about appreciating the process — not all about profits

    Resources:
    • Getting Everything You Can Out of All You’ve Got: The Jay Abraham Story
    • Jack Canfield

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Now to Next with Nick Nanton: Human Trafficking in Uncertain Times
    Apr 7 2020
    SPECIAL EDITION: Human Trafficking in Uncertain Times

    Tim Ballard and Jessica Mass from Operation Underground Railroad join host Nick Nanton to share O.U.R.’s mission of saving children and seeking justice for those who victimize them. Committed to enhancing law enforcement efforts by providing resources where budget shortfalls prohibit, Tim and Jessica, shed light on the ever-present problem of child exploitation. With human trafficking on the rise, O.U.R. shares the opportunities that exist to save lives and the aftercare program designed to make a better tomorrow for those affected. 

    Timestamps:
    • 1:19: O.U.R.’s mission
    • 4:04: What trafficking looks like today
    • 12:01: The aftercare of survivors
    • 15:34: The issue with removing images offline
    • 17:19: It’s an educational problem
    • 23:37: Vulnerabilities predators are looking for
    • 30:10: Dangers of online video games
    • 34:05: Empower your children
    • 39:00: How much does it cost to rescue a child?
    • 46:04: Becoming a victim again — and the aftercare process
    • 50:14: Staying one step ahead of the traffickers
    • 52:58: Continuing education

    Resources:
    • OURrescue.org
    • Models Against Trafficking
    • Watch Operation Toussaint on Amazon

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    1 hr
  • Now to Next with Nick Nanton Feat. Andre Norman
    Apr 13 2020
    There is no action for anyone until they extend their future

    Andre Norman sits down with Nick Nanton to discuss his new book, Ambassador of Hope. A #1 Amazon Bestseller, Andre details how he turned poverty and prison into a purpose-driven life. His life-changing true story provides motivation for a better tomorrow. Andre’s continuing mission is to spread awareness to the poor, the youth, and the professionals of the world.

    Timestamps:
    • 1:59: A clip from Andre’s movie
    • 7:05: What led to Andre dreaming
    • 11:00: Getting over the fear of rejection
    • 12:44: Working with those that struggle with addiction
    • 16:09: Quitting drove Andre toward prison
    • 18:17: The psyche of prison 
    • 24:26: Ferguson, Missouri
    • 28:59: Andre’s new book, Ambassador of Hope
    • 35:28: The cause of kids turning to a life of crime
    • 39:14: How to keep a connection with your children
    • 41:30: The message for a positive future

    Resources:
    • Dan Sullivan
    • Cameron Herold
    • Tucker Max
    • Keith Cunningham’s The Road Less Stupid

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    53 mins
  • Now to Next with Nick Nanton Feat. Anthony Scaramucci
    Apr 15 2020
    Control how you react in the moment — and the ones that precede

    Probably best known as the former White House Director of Communications, Anthony Scaramucci, is a brilliant guy with an incredible amount of grit, hustle, and life experiences. Learn about Anthony’s Wall Street Journal Bestseller, Hopping Over the Rabbit Hole (2016) — and why it’s more relevant today than ever. Written from his experiences during the previous financial downturn, Scaramucci gives you a primer on how to succeed in an unpredictable business market.

    Timestamps:
    • 3:26: Scaramucci’s humble beginnings
    • 12:23: Creating SkyBridge Capital
    • 17:43: Failure is a tool
    • 19:10: SALT Conference
    • 22:35: Scarmucci’s restaurant — Hunt & Fish Club
    • 24:59: Keyboard warriors
    • 27:17: Tony Robbins’ wisdom
    • 28:36: After being fired from the White House
    • 32:18: Gratitude list
    • 40:19: Words of wisdom

    Resources:
    • Rudy Ruettiger
    • Tony Robbins
    • Dan Sullivan: What You Can Learn From Failure
    • Ned Hallowell
    • Pocket Coco Chanel Wisdom

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    42 mins
  • Now to Next with Nick Nanton: Addiction in Uncertain Times
    Apr 20 2020
    From handwringing to problem solving

    Host Nick Nanton speaks with three of the foremost experts in addiction — Dr. Ned Hallowell, Dr. Andrew Nanton, and Joe Polish. Topics of discussion include addicts being unable to receive treatment due to the quarantine associated with COVID-19, how those affected by A.D.D. are currently dealing with isolation, and ways that people can support one another — not only through the toughest of times but daily, once the world resumes its traditional functions.

    Timestamps:
    • 2:41: Concerns for addiction during quarantine
    • 5:55: Resources for addiction issues
    • 7:15: A.D.D. — scratching that itch
    • 10:39: Maladaptive ways that lead to addiction
    • 17:57: The current marketplace for addiction
    • 20:18: What to be on the lookout for
    • 26:21: How do you know if you have an addiction?
    • 33:06: Reaching out to others
    • 35:07: Three ways of overcoming addictive behaviors
    • 39:40: Insight to the entrepreneur marketplace
    • 49:10: Coping mechanisms and encouragement

    Resources:
    • Driven to Distraction
    • The Miracle Morning for Addiction Recovery
    • GeniusRecovery.com
    • Jack Canfield
    • Co-Dependents Anonymous
    • Park Dietz and Associates
    • Dan Sullivan

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    55 mins
  • Now to Next with Nick Nanton Feat. Keni Thomas: Leading in Uncertain Times
    May 1 2020
    Leadership is the example you set for the people you serve

    Host Nick Nanton talks with friend and former Army Ranger, Keni Thomas about a plethora of topics including The Battle of Mogadishu, which was the inspiration for the motion picture Black Hawk Down. Nick and Keni also discuss servant-leaders and how they can whiteboard a better America, building trust through Keni’s Downrange Advanced Leadership Course, and the importance of doing the right thing even when it’s hard.

    Timestamps:
    • 1:50: The Battle of Mogadishu
    • 7:20: Positive takeaways from quarantine 
    • 10:32: Diagnosis of PTSD 
    • 13:17: How Keni and Nick met
    • 17:16: Downrange — and its purpose
    • 24:06: Resiliency of the human spirit
    • 28:15: What’s working in the world and what could be better
    • 35:59: The best definition of leadership
    • 38:31: Strategies used even in times of questioning

    References:
    • Get It On!
    • Jim Wetherbee
    • Operation Toussaint
    • Tim Ballard of O.U.R.

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    45 mins
  • Now to Next with Nick Nanton Feat. Keith Ferrazzi
    Jun 3 2020
    Co-elevation is used to lead, connect, and elevate ourselves and others — both powerfully and effectively

    Host Nick Nanton talks with Keith Ferrazzi about the term he coined, “co-elevation,” why networking begins with providing enough value to people, and serve, share, care — the inspiration behind his new book, Leading Without Authority.

    Timestamps:
    • 3:20: Growing up Keith Ferrazzi
    • 5:20: What Keith learned while caddying
    • 9:02: Philosophy on the foster care system
    • 13:45: Lessons learned from the transition from Deloitte to Starwood
    • 18:17: Networking — and why we live in one
    • 22:34: The key points of co-elevation
    • 28:01: Who’s your team in co-elevation 
    • 30:16: The concept that it’s not all on you
    • 31:49: Earning permission to lead
    • 33:45: Share your story so that others can connect with you
    • 34:43: How to stop commanding and start inviting
    • 36:19: Keith’s main takeaways

    Resources:
    • Who's Got Your Back
    • Never Eat Alone
    • Peter Diamandis
    • Go Forward to Work
    • VirtualTeamsWin.com

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    38 mins