This week, Mike welcomes renowned landscape designer Steve Griggs, who shares incredible insights from his over 40 years of experience transforming outdoor spaces into luxurious sanctuaries. They discuss Steve's hands-on approach, his willingness to get 'dirty,' and the importance of earning respect from his team.

Highlighting his achievements, including receiving the Inc. 5000 award twice and appearing on 'Backyard Envy' and 'Good Morning La La Land,' Steve underscores the importance of authenticity and staying true to your roots regardless of your calling in life.

🔥IN THIS EPISODE:
➡️Steve's Journey and Approach to Landscape Design

➡️Memorable Projects and Challenges

➡️Balancing Business and Family

➡️Insights on Building a Trustworthy Team

📘 BONUS TAKEAWAY:
Listeners will hear unique insights from Steve’s book, Straight Dirt: New York City's Premier Landscape Designer Tells it Like it Is

🚀 PERFECT FOR:
Aspiring entrepreneurs, leaders, lovers of landscaping, and anyone ready to turn life experiences into real impact.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Straight Dirt Book

Power Players with Grant Cardone

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This week, Mike reconnects with Michael Anthony, the author of 'Life is Dope'. Michael shares his riveting story of survival and resilience, from narrowly escaping death in a drive-by shooting to overcoming various forms of abuse.

Michael discusses the importance of flipping perspectives, taking ownership of your life, and defining true success. He emphasizes the power of language, the importance of consistent action, and the significance of designing a life worth living— one you won’t want to take a vacation from!

This episode is a masterclass in perseverance and the transformative journey toward personal greatness.

🔥IN THIS EPISODE:

➡️Reflections on surviving a drive-by shooting

➡️The importance of having no regrets

➡️Unlocking the power of persistence

➡️Lessons on the impact of impostor syndrome

➡️Practical steps for realizing your potential

📘 BONUS TAKEAWAY:

Michael unpacks many invaluable lessons from his book ' Life is Dope'.

🚀 PERFECT FOR:

Aspiring entrepreneurs, leaders, individuals struggling with trauma, and anyone ready to turn life experiences into real impact.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

$0.99 Deal on The Kindle Version of Michael’s Book

Connect with Michael:

Website

Instagram

Michael Anthony TV YouTube

Signs Sights Sounds YouTube

Book

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This week, Mike sits down with Laura G. Patac, founder of Empower Quest and author of Stories with Purpose — a storytelling coach on a mission to turn overwhelm into overachievement.

Once a globe-trotting corporate exec, Laura shares how she traded boardrooms for books and discovered the power of personal narrative. Together, Laura and Mike explore how storytelling, leadership, and emotional intelligence go hand in hand — especially in business and life.

🔥IN THIS EPISODE:

➡️Why your story is your superpower

➡️How to connect with purpose in every interaction

➡️Overcoming the fear of “putting yourself out there”

➡️Lessons from 7 countries and 5 continents

➡️How writing your story can unlock personal and professional growth

📘 BONUS TAKEAWAY:

Hear how Laura’s book Stories with Purpose is helping others find clarity, confidence, and connection — one story at a time.

🚀 PERFECT FOR:

Aspiring entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone ready to turn life experience into impact.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Stories With Purpose: Your Story Has Purpose Too

Connect with Laura & Empower Quest:

Website

LinkedIn

YouTube

Book

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📲 Linktree

SPONSORS:

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