13: Lance Essihos ON: Becoming A Top 1% Podcast Host

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This week, Justin and Celine talk to Lance Essihos, a bestselling author and coach. He shares tips on achieving success in challenging times, how to maintain belief in your vision, focus on yourself, and find solutions. Lance believes tough times can be a blessing, providing valuable experiences to help others. Listen now to get inspired, find purpose, and create positive change. Lance Essihos is a bestselling author, inspirational speaker, and transformational coach. As the host of the top-rated podcast "University of Adversity", he motivates hundreds of thousands of listeners to turn their darkest days into their greatest motivators. With over 400 interviews featuring renowned individuals worldwide, Lance captivates audiences with diverse perspectives. As the Founder of Mic-Up Media, he empowers founders and visionary leaders to grow their businesses, brands, and networks through powerful storytelling and podcast interview bookings. Lance's impactful work has touched the lives of many, guiding them toward personal growth, empowerment, and success. What we discuss: [00:00:00] Lance discusses how his podcast has evolved over time and the power of storytelling in a holistic environment. [00:01:58] Lance and the hosts discuss their most beautiful and interesting travel experiences, including living in Australia and visiting Israel. [00:06:42] Lance shares his goal of making a global impact, finding one's purpose, and inspiring others to listen to their own calling. [00:10:58] The group discuss the influence and impact of books and podcasts on personal growth and perspective. [00:13:24] The conversation explores the motivation behind starting a podcast, the challenges faced, and the journey to achieving success. [00:19:46] The speakers emphasize the importance of long-term commitment, hiring a team, and having a content strategy for sustained success in podcasting. [00:22:08] Lance talks about getting Grant Cardone on a Podcast. [00:28:06] The speakers explore the main reasons why podcasts fail, including the challenges of running a podcast and the lack of alignment with business goals. [00:33:22] Lance shares that his initial focus was on getting big names on his show, but later shifted towards authentic storytelling and deep conversations. [00:37:37] Lance explains the significance of personal branding and podcasting for coaches, building trust, and nurturing a community. [00:43:39] Lance explains how to achieve a top 50 podcast ranking on Apple by focusing on subscribers, reviews, and creating buzz during the initial launch. [00:49:30] Lance shares advice for aspiring podcasters to overcome the perception of saturation in the industry and the importance of persistence and self-improvement. [00:54:06] Lance highlights the difference between successful people and others, which lies in their persistence and resilience in facing challenges. Episode Resources: Lance Essihos | Website Lance Essihos | Instagram Lance Essihos | Youtube Lance Essihos | Podcast Lance Essihos | Facebook