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The beauty of podcasting is collecting the stories of lived experiences that our guests bring. This episode with Brian Floriani of Bernie's Book Bank and Freadom Promotions opened up a memory of a previous interview with Justin Mahwikizi, author of The Manufacturing of Poverty. Both guests have made decisions to change the lives of their communities. Don’t get us wrong. They are extremely talented savvy businessmen. But their fuel to #getshitdone is improving the human condition. Change one life, impact the masses. Show the possibilities of life, and your possibilities scale. Expand the imagination of another, and watch their reality improve and expand. Purpose over profit! www.gsdxpodcast.com

?? Your Heroes Won’t Always Cheer You On—And That’s Okay ?? Elon Musk taught us something profound: your heroes aren’t meant to be your cheerleaders. Think about it. The people who inspire us often have groundbreaking visions “for their time”. But here’s the catch: their vision doesn’t always extend to “your time”. They motivate you to dream big, but when you start chasing those dreams, they might become your loudest critics. Take Neil Armstrong, for example. As a child, Elon Musk idolized Armstrong—the man who took humanity’s first steps on the moon. Armstrong’s legacy inspired Musk to dream of space exploration. But when Musk founded SpaceX to revolutionize space travel with private commercial flights, Armstrong didn’t applaud. Instead, he became a vocal critic, joining other Apollo-era astronauts in questioning the role of private companies in space exploration. For Musk, this was a bittersweet moment. The man who once symbolized the pinnacle of human achievement was now skeptical of the next frontier. It’s a powerful reminder: even our heroes can resist change. Why? Because their identities are tied to the paradigms they helped create. Breaking barriers in the past doesn’t always mean they’ll embrace the barriers you’re breaking in the future. So, here’s the lesson: Don’t wait for validation from your heroes. Your vision is yours alone. It’s not their job to champion it—it’s yours. And if they doubt you? That’s okay. It doesn’t diminish their legacy, and it certainly doesn’t diminish yours. Keep pushing boundaries. Keep challenging the status quo. And remember: the future belongs to those who dare to dream beyond the limits of the past. ?? Have you ever faced criticism from someone you admired? How did it shape your journey? Let’s discuss in the comments. ?? #Leadership #Innovation #SpaceX #ElonMusk #Motivation #CareerGrowth #FutureOfWork #Inspiration

When I left Northern Trust, it wasn’t to chase comfort or security—it was to chase answers. Answers to a question that had lingered in my soul: Why is there such a profound disconnect between the rich and the poor? I didn’t have a publisher to back me. No corporate sponsor to ease the journey. But I had an idea. And sometimes, all it takes is an idea and a willingness to step into the unknown. The idea? To become a rideshare driver with Lyft & Uber. It was the best way I could think of to meet a true cross-section of humanity—a randomized sample of people from every walk of life. When they stepped into my car, I didn’t choose them. Rich or poor. Young or old. Gang member or churchgoer. Angry or joyful. They simply came as they were. Over time, my car became more than just a vehicle—it became a sanctuary for stories. I listened, I learned, and I connected with over 30,000 passengers. Each one offered a glimpse into the human condition, pieces of a puzzle that would eventually become The Manufacturing of Poverty. Here’s what I learned: there is always a way to achieve your goals. The path may be narrow, and it may not look like anything you imagined. But when you let creativity and resourcefulness guide you, even the most unlikely journey can lead to extraordinary places. Sometimes, we just have to be bold enough to take the wheel. What unconventional paths have you taken to pursue your dreams?

Following your intuition can feel like walking a tightrope—risky, uncertain, and often without immediate reward. It’s not easy choosing a path where setbacks, rejections, and even silence feel like constant companions. But every so often, a small win reminds you why you started in the first place. For me, that moment came when a young man, fresh out of prison, crossed my path. After our conversation, he decided to trust his gut and pursue an opportunity most would deem impossible. Against all odds—and without a law degree—he secured an internship at a law firm. That’s the power of intuition, resilience, and believing in someone when they need it most. Sometimes, your impact is the spark that ignites someone else’s transformation. And for me, that’s worth all the struggle. ??John Morris?? TTSG The Get Shit Done Experience The Manufacturing of Poverty

"He/She is so Stubborn!" How many of us have heard this being said in a negative way? One of the key takeaways I garnered from researching and writing my book The Manufacturing of Poverty is that you want to be that stubborn person. You want to be around stubborn people in your team. Why? Because they are convicted! They have seen something you don't yet see. The best people you want with you in that dark tunnel are the ones who have seen the light at the end of the tunnel. Help them get there, and you won't regret it.

RESOURCEFULNESS!!! I've always found that urgency was one of the most important intangible qualities that a business developing, multiplier superstar could have. I'm quickly finding that resourcefulness is racing into the lead as a quality that the best of the best new business generators bring to the table. “Re-source-ful-ness - the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties” The phones aren't answered The emails aren't read The meeting isn't accepted The prospect won’t engage The proposal isn't responded to The offer isn't accepted The prospect has a partnership The timing isn't perfect The budget is full The terms aren't accepted This will never stop. These obstacles will exist until the end of time. Resourcefulness is critical to solving problems…it takes critical thinking and creativity… But lets not forget the biggest key… WILLINGNESS Most sales and marketing staffers are capable of being resourceful, but are they willing to do what it takes to be resourceful? That's the question that sales and marketing leaders need to consider… Do your people really want it bad enough? And are they looking at you for that leadership? Like leading by doing… Would you leave your high six-figure roll to become a ride-share so you can interview 30k people the fastest way possible for a book you want to write??? That's big time!!! Let's think smaller…and more practically… You want sustained profitable revenue growth in ‘25 and beyond… Would you be willing to create a post every day, get on video, send 50 PERSONALIZED DMs per day, engage with hundreds of posts weekly, and drop the traditional commodity driven content to build an authentic and vulnerable online presence that makes you known, liked, and trusted? Would your team be willing to become the content, build personal brands, social sell, and transform the sales and marketing role into a brand champion influenctial media monster??? The resources are everywhere…all that stands in the way is the willingness to change! We can all be resourceful…but are we willing… That is the key to #getshitdone www.20Twentydesign.com Tim Ward Eric McMillian Olivia [ Liv ] Ward Joe Kwitkowski Jesus Cardenas Nick Verzillo Lauren Klaus

Thanks for all the fear and excitement ‘24. And to our amazing guests, Thank you!!! Lets #getshitdone in ‘25!!! Tim Ward ??John Morris?? Nick Verzillo GSD Technologies TTSG 20Twenty Design The Get Shit Done Experience

All fear is counter to the #getshitdone mindset… Justin Mahwikizi took a deep dive by interviewing 30k passengers as a ride share driver. He left a high income role in M&A to do his research for his book The Manufacturing of Poverty. The fastest way to interview people was to drive them and start casual conversations that he would quickly document. The full discussion here - https://lnkd.in/gGfC6YsZ Whether you agree or disagree, the data collected is robust…and fear is the killer of personal and professional development. Check it out! Happy New Year! The Manufacturing of Poverty GSD Technologies 20Twenty Design TTSG ??John Morris??

Great words of encouragement from our founder Justin Mahwikizi!