Off The Dome Radio

Episode 131: Thoughts from the MJ Documentary Finale, Client-Centered vs. Coach Centered, and How Challenges can Influence People

Episode  |  May 20th, 2020  |  59 mins 18 secs

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In today's episode, we discuss our final thoughts on the Michael Jordan documentary finale. We also talk through effective strategies for finding writing gigs online. Tim explains an essential lesson he learned after a monumental mistake on a project. Slager talks about how he is using the guitar as a pocket of peace.

For book talk, Slager compares being client-centered and coach-centered, analyzing John Berardi's "Change Maker." Tim discusses the importance of challenges within relationships, reflecting on John Wooden's "Gameplan for Life."

Episode 130: Mother's Day and Michael Jordan Doc Recap, Channeling Your Uniqueness, and the Secret Behind Every Successful Product or Service

Episode  |  May 12th, 2020  |  1 hr 2 mins

ash blaeds, john berardi change maker, knifemakers in indianapolis, knifemaking, man's search for meaning, mental health, mental health awareness, michael jordan, michael jordan documentary, mother's day, peaceful activities, productivity tips, viktor frankl

In today's episode, we recap Mother's Day Weekend, episodes 7 and 8 of the Michael Jordan documentary, and the biggest takeaways from last week's interview with Aric Geesaman, the founder of Ash Blaeds.

For the real-life experience section, Tim talks about how he is changing his environment for better productivity, and Slager talks about how he is using an old pocket of peace to push through his latest funk.

In the book talk part of today's episode, Tim talks about utilizing your unique abilities to improve the world, citing a section of Viktor Frankl's "Man Search for Meaning." Slager then explains what every successful product or service has, analyzing a chapter from Dr. John Berardi's "Change Maker."

Episode 129: Aric Geesaman, Founder of Ash Blaeds

Episode  |  May 8th, 2020  |  1 hr 39 mins

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Aric Geesaman is the founder of Ash Blaeds (@ashblaeds), a business dedicated to designing and building beautiful handcrafted knives for the kitchen and the field. Not only is Ash Blades committed to creating quality products, but it is focused on sustainability and bringing the community closer together through long-lasting tools.

In this interview, Aric explains the motivation to start his business and how he transitioned from a corporate job to an entrepreneur. He also explains the intriguing process of building and shaping a knife, discussing the critical elements of design, materials, and processes.

You can learn more about Aric and his business at ashblaeds.com

Episode 128: Eliminating Toxic Relationships, Personal Development Formula, and Finding Your Origin Story

Episode  |  May 5th, 2020  |  1 hr 24 mins

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Diving into our weekend highlights, we discuss the Hulu Show "Dave," Slager's journey toward a new business name and ACE certification, and Tim's nostalgic golf round.

The real-life experience section creates discussion around mental health awareness month, eliminating toxic relationships, and how you can focus on the positive things in life.

For book talk, Tim provides the 5 things needed for a successful personal development plan, and Slager explains how finding your "origin story" can help you breakthrough in life and business.

Episode 127: Creating Your Own Niche, The Most Important Influencing Factor, and More

Episode  |  April 30th, 2020  |  1 hr 1 min

dr. john berardi, entrepreneurship, fitness, harvey mackay, how to find your niche, how to influence someone, how to start a nutrition business, influence tactics, influencing, lifestyle changes, niche marketing, nutrition, pedigree commercial

In today's episode, we discuss our thoughts on Pedigree's controversial commercial, theme songs for healthcare workers, and recap the country opening back up. Tim and Slager each provide insights on the new projects they are working on. They also offer tips on how they are staying motivated during the quarantine.

For the book talk section, Tim references Harvey Mackay's "How to Swim with the Sharks," and he talks about the most important thing to remember when trying to influence others. Slager talks about "The Change Maker" by Dr. John Berardi, and what it means to specialize, generalize, and embrace the idea of the case manager.

Episode 126: Ben Canary, Co-Founder of Herculean Meal Prep

Episode  |  April 28th, 2020  |  58 mins 19 secs

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Ben Canary is the co-founder of Herculean Meal Prep (@herculean), a business that makes carefully prepared, fully-cooked, professionally-frozen, individual serving entrees. He combined his passionate home chef skills and teamed up with his brother, a former bodybuilder, to form their business. Today, they are headquartered at their "Plant One" facility in northeast Indianapolis.

In this interview, Ben describes his motivation and transformation in creating his business, how to properly scale and build a trustworthy brand, and critical insights on how to make effective life changes.

You can shop for amazing, tasty prepared meals at herculeanmealprep.com and use the discount code "offthedome" at checkout to receive 20% off.

Episode 125: Dealing with Hate, 3 Stocks to Invest in During the Pandemic, The Elimination Concept, and 2 Important Human Gifts for Success

Episode  |  April 22nd, 2020  |  1 hr 10 mins

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In today's episode, we share our weekend recaps, strategies on how to deal with hate, and how you can gain motivation to do your at-home workouts. Tim also provides 3 perfect stocks to invest during the pandemic, which will provide long term financial gains.

In the book talk section of today's episode, Slager analyzes a chapter from "4-Hour Work Week" by talking about the concept of elimination. Tim recaps two significant human gifts for success, drawing from Stephen Covey's "7 Habits of Highly Effective People."

Episode 124: Nina Wilson, Superyacht Sous Chef

Episode  |  April 16th, 2020  |  42 mins 3 secs

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Nina Wilson (@thecrewchef) is a superyacht sous chef from the United Kingdom. She prepares exotic, tasty meals around-the-clock for an elite clientele who demand the highest level of culinary expertise. And she creates these feasts while floating on a yacht with no supermarket expertise.

In this interview, Nina discusses her passion for joining the superyacht industry as a sous chef, the key lessons she has learned while cooking high-end meals for wealthy clientele on a yacht, and the difference between her position and a chef in a brick and mortar restaurant.

BONUS Episode 123: Behind The Scenes Fireside Chat

Episode  |  April 13th, 2020  |  29 mins 21 secs

advertising, cardio, global podcast, marketing, podcast, routines, youtube skills

Today’s episode is a little different. This one was an accident, as we were just having our own conversation after having just finished an episode. We cover a little bit of everything, from the importance and humor of taking walks to knowing anyone within 5 interactions. Since the conversation ended up being beneficial, we decided to release it as a bonus episode. Come check out what we talk about off camera!

Episode 122: Jared Byczko and Peter Brasovan, Co-Founders of Naptown Fitness

Episode  |  April 9th, 2020  |  42 mins 27 secs

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Jared Byczko and Peter Brasovan are the Founders of Naptown Fitness (@naptownfitness), a health/nutrition/fitness business that is focused on making Indianapolis a top 10 healthiest city. While it started as CrossFit NapTown, the two founders discuss the critical strategies in offering diverse brands and services that encompass all of our health needs. They also explain what their business is doing to pivot during the global pandemic.

To learn more about Naptown fitness, you can visit: naptownfitness.com

Episode 121: How to Reduce Anxiety, Automating Your Business, and Market Testing Your Ideas

Episode  |  April 7th, 2020  |  56 mins

4 hour work week, how to automate my business, how to reduce anxiety, quarantine, social distancing, tim ferriss

In this episode, we each give an update on our quarantines, advancements on projects, and the different lessons we are learning. Tim provides a couple of tips on how to reduce anxiety, and Slager talks about the benefits of automation and market testing your products.

Episode 120: Chef Jen, Founder of We Cook London

Episode  |  April 2nd, 2020  |  39 mins 45 secs

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Chef Jen (@bychefjen) is the founder of We Cook London (@wecooklondon), a personal chef service that provides weekly meal prep in the comfort of the home. Chef Jen has gained over 8 years in the cooking industry in restaurants, hotels, and meal prep for gyms. After focusing on her passion for delivering happiness for others, she launched We Cook London in January 2020.

In this interview, Chef Jen talks about her motivations for cooking, her favorite recipes, the obstacles to overcome as an entrepreneur, and some of her favorite memories as a chef. She also explains the key lessons she has learned as a leader while managing her business through the global pandemic. To learn more about Chef Jen and her business, you can visit:

Bychefjen.com
Wecooklondon.co.uk

Episode 119: Thoughts from Quarantine

Episode  |  March 31st, 2020  |  1 hr 2 mins

We provide you an update during our quarantine, and we share our biggest learning takeaways from our extra time at home.

Episode 118: Alex Martinez, Real Estate Entrepreneur and Founder of RealEstateSkills.com

Episode  |  March 12th, 2020  |  1 hr 11 mins

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Alex Martinez (@alexmartinezatm) is a 7-figure real estate entrepreneur and the founder/creator of RealEstateSkills.com (@realestateskills). After finding real estate at 20 years old, he generated over a million dollars of profit in his first year in the industry. In the years since he has invested in knowledge and gained the expertise to teach others and create his own business.

In this interview, Alex talks about his journey through real estate, the skills needed to succeed in the industry, and the ways in which he invests in knowledge to become the highest version of himself.

You can learn more about Alex and his business at realestateskills.com

Blog 43: Get Out of Your Funk

Article  |  March 10th, 2020
By Colin Slager
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Episode 117: Meditation, Bieber's New Album, Robinhood App Struggles, and Living a Happier and More Meaningful Life

Episode  |  March 4th, 2020  |  46 mins 37 secs

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In today's episode, Slager highlights his Cincinnati weekend trip, and Tim talks about not having a phone for a few days. We also discuss how we can improve our meditation and how to live a more meaningful life. Slager also gives a quick recap of Justin Bieber's new album, which leads into a discussion about being yourself in the music and rap industry.

In the book talk section, Slager explains how alcohol can actually cure a hangover and Tim discusses two small habits to live a happier life.