Whether he’s creating an 11ft tall skull made from electronic waste, or hanging off of a 30-story skyscraper; Benjamin Von Wong is the epitome of “Try Everything.”

This week, Shawn invites Benjamin onto the show to talk about his incredible journey from mining engineer to artistic activist, why it’s important for us all to determine our personal metric for a year well-lived, and how creativity and a “try everything” disposition often go hand in hand.

Benjamin and Shawn also share their own experiences about believing in a vision and knowing when to let it go, and why it’s important for a team to confidently shares their thoughts on projects even if it goes against the vision of the boss.  

He’s the Ambassador of Joy, and Shawn welcomes him onto the show to talk about the Shawnism: Enjoy Hard Things.

In the span of a few hours, Barry Shore went from a perfectly healthy and happy individual to a complete quadriplegic. He lost the use of his arms, his legs, and even his ability to speak. But one thing he didn’t lose was his positive spirit and outlook on life. And where he now is today, well it’s quite an incredible story.

Join Shawn and Barry this week as they talk about Barry’s bounce back to the man he is today, the true power of manifestation, becoming your own spiritual chiropractor, and developing the capacity to do (and enjoy) hard things. The two also share their thoughts the extreme power of self-talk, and why, in Barry’s eyes, we should all learn to love dog poop. 

Grab a paper and pen for this one. You won’t regret it.

We can all admit that it is fun to buy stuff. But what is truly motivating our desire to purchase more things? How do we reconcile what we want vs what we need? 

The answer is in this week’s Shawnism: “Only Buy Things You Love.” 

Shawn sits down with bestselling author and personal finance Guru, “Your Rich BFF” Vivian Tu, to talk about the growing lack of financial knowledge today, how social media has heavily influenced our buying behaviors, and why only buying what you love can prevent you from a cycle of constant consumption.  

Vivian also gives us a lesson on what value-based spending is, and how it can truly help you gain an upper hand in your own financial journey. 

Have you ever been checking out in line at a fast-food restaurant and the person behind the counter had a glazed-over, can’t make eye contact, “I’d rather be anywhere but here” expression, and you weren’t even sure if they got your full order? How did that make you feel? Enthusiasm is infectious and it can either work for or against us. 

This week, Shawn is joined by the man who has made his mark in the fashion industry, the founder of KidSuper, Colm Dillane. The two talk about the influential power of enthusiasm, how internal excitement often leads to external success, and the strange tension between authenticity and public perception. 

Colm Dillane also shares some great stories about his rise into the fashion industry, the risks he took because they aligned more with his long-term vision, and how making the best of each moment will often get you where you want to be.  

Look at any object and there is a business behind it—probably a dozen or more. Look at any activity—there is a business behind it. Probably a dozen or more. There’s a million ways to make a million bucks.  

This week, Shawn sits down with entrepreneur, business mogul, and one of the most influential investors in the world, Mark Cuban, to talk about the art of choosing the right business path, preparing a plan for success, and adapting to the bumpy ride that it may entail. 

Shawn and Mark also discuss how to judge if an idea is worth investing in, why entrepreneurship isn't for the faint of heart, and the one game-changing technology every business should use.

Season 2 of the Let Me Save You 25 Years podcast is officially here, and Shawn D. Nelson is back to bring you some brand-new, life-changing Shawnism’s each week. 

This week we start with a hard truth that many of us have to learn: Business is a contact sport. 

Shawn sits down with CEO, author, investor, and one of the biggest personalities on the net, Gary Vaynerchuk, to discuss why success in business is not for the weak. It’s hard, takes sacrifice, and comes with a lot of bumps and bruises along the way. You, along with your team, will fall back and stumble forward, but it’s this sort of journey that separates the committed from the opportunists. 

Shawn and Gary talk about their own professional pains that they’ve encountered, collateral damage that you often can’t shield your team from, and why the highest highs often come after the lowest lows. 

Love matters - in life, business, personal growth - it matters immensely. But this doesn't mean that becoming a loving person always comes easily. With life's challenges and burdens, it can be difficult to define who you want to be and then commit to becoming that person.Garrett Gee, Family Travel Journalist at The Bucket List Family, is just the person to break down this week's Shawnism: Love matters. Whether you're loving others, learning to love yourself, or trying to minimize the trauma your children experience as they grow, love is a cornerstone of all things in life - and Garrett joins Let Me Save You 25 Years to share his thoughts, stories and experiences on this topic.Join us as we discuss:The importance of love and why it's difficult to be a loving personWhy emotional intelligence is the secret trait the world needs more ofChoosing who you want to become, then following throughWhy some burdens are worth the weight (and others aren't)

If you want a successful business, you can't treat it like a side hustle. When you jump in, proudly wear the title, and love the grind long-term - that's when the magic happens. You have to maintain top ambition with intimate patience if you want to build something iconic. Nate Checketts, CEO and Co-Founder of Rhone did just that. Jumping head first into his business, Nate left behind a job at the NFL to build something spectacular. And better yet - he broke past the fear and embarrassment to wear the company on his shirt with pride. In doing that, he didn't just build a men's athletic wear company, he built a company that inspires those who challenge themselves in the relentless pursuit of progress. Nate and Shawn D. Nelson break down this week's Shawnism by diving into: Why perseverance, patience, and ambition are key to long-term successBuilding a business with the right mindset and goalsHow to push through obstacles to make a worldwide impact beyond your brand

When you can practice confidence to leverage humility that can temper your stubbornness - the possibilities are endless. This week a true American hero joins the pod to break down this week's Shawnism: practice stubbornness with confident humility. Travis Mills, just one of five surviving quadruple amputees from the Afghanistan and Iraq wars, successful entrepreneur and business owner, and founder of the Travis Mills Foundation, went from sitting in a hospital wondering 'why' to being the push behind several successful businesses. Now coming up on his 12-year anniversary of being injured, Travis serves as a true inspiration and the perfect example of practiced humility and confidence. Join us as we discuss: Coping with challenges through humor and resilienceYour life as a reflection of the choices you make Entrepreneurship, work-life balance and building confidence

We can all win together - but not without a conscious effort to connect, grow and perform as a top-tier leader. Are you making decisions that serve the people around you best, or do your decisions serve you? On this episode, Shawn D. Nelson is joined by Ginny Clarke, an expert with decades of experience tapping into the multitude of talent to match the right people with the right positions and developing world-class leadership within her own organization. With her five dimensions of leadership, Ginny chooses to operate from a place without fear, guilt, or shame on the belief that nothing bad can happen and everything happens for a reason. With infinite possibilities for connection and growth with the right leaders and people, Ginny breaks down exactly how you can tap into success as a leader and help your team win - in life and in business. Join us as we discuss: Finding ways to push forward together - why having enemies won't lead to successStarting with self-awareness, truth and alignmentThe true secret to successGinny's critical five dimensions of leadership

There is no situation you could land in that can't be approached with a cool head and a healthy dose of understanding. Life isn't about what happens to us - it's all about how we handle it. On this episode of Let Me Save You 25 Years, Shawn D. Nelson is joined by the one and only adventure extraordinaire Marshall Mosher to break down this week's Shawnism: Stay Cool & Be Kind. Facing perhaps more than his fair share of adversity, Marshall has overcome everything from adventure challenges leaving his life on the line, career and business obstacles that kicked him back to square one and so much more - always coming out on top due to his mindset, gratitude and dedication to pushing forward. Join us as we dive into: One of the most powerful tools for building bonds and personal developmentHow to remain cool, calm and kind, even in the face of major adversityMaking tough situations into great stories: Covid, acquired and closed businesses, and personal challenges Prioritizing gratitude every day, without exception