Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey (Motivation, Self Help, and Mental Health)

Joe Foster, the legendary co-founder of Reebok, has a new venture: Syntilay, a visionary shoe brand that uses AI and 3D printing to create custom shoes that fit each customer perfectly. The founder and CEO of Syntilay, Ben Weiss, is a young entrepreneur who boldly reached out to Joe to collaborate with him on his plan to disrupt the shoe industry with modern technology. In this episode of Miracle Mentality, Tim sits down with Joe and Ben to discuss how their partnership started, the importance of mentorship from veteran entrepreneurs, and their advice for motivated people early in their careers. 

Joe Foster is the co-founder of Reebok, an athletic shoe brand that was once the world’s number one sports brand. He currently works as an author and advisor to start-ups and young entrepreneurs who are beginning their own brand-building journeys.

Ben Weiss is the founder and CEO of Syntilay, an innovative shoe company leveraging AI and 3D printing technology. He is also the host of the business podcast LegendsNLeaders, which breaks down the steps it truly takes to become successful and have a positive impact in the world. 

In this episode, Tim, Joe, and Ben discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(04:16) How Joe and Ben met and decided to collaborate

(07:39) Why it’s important to have fun while running your business 

(12:34) How Joe and Ben are disrupting the shoe industry with AI

(15:00) What Joe and Ben are teaching each other in their partnership

(20:22) What most people get wrong about Reebok’s origin story

(22:55) The sacrifices that young entrepreneurs must make

(28:01) What Joe and Ben are selling at Syntilay

(31:46) The value of sharing your expertise with younger generations

(33:05) Why you should see problems as opportunities

(37:40) Ben’s vision for the future of Syntilay

Joe Foster is an entrepreneur, author, and keynote speaker. Alongside his late brother Jeff, Joe co-founded Reebok in 1958. What began as Mercury Sports Footwear soon became Reebok, a company that grew from a small startup to a 4-billion-dollar business, overtaking Adidas and Nike as the world’s number one sports brand. Now, through books, speaking, virtual events, advisory work, and collaboration, Joe is focused on sharing that experience to help others survive and thrive in their own journeys.

Ben Weiss is the founder and CEO of Syntilay, an innovative shoe company leveraging AI and 3D printing technology to help influencers and influential brands make shoes of their own with entirely original designs. He hosts the business podcast LegendsNLeaders, which breaks down the steps it truly takes to become successful and have a positive impact in the world. His podcast has garnered millions of views and hosted world-class guests like Kevin O'Leary, Howie Mandel, Steve Madden, and R'Bonney Nola.

Connect with Joe: 

Website: https://www.reebokthefounder.com

LinkedIn: ​​https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-foster-a38a4b10b/?originalSubdomain=uk 

Joe’s book, Shoemaker: https://www.amazon.com/Shoemaker-Reebok-Untold-Lancashire-Changed/dp/1471194019 

Connect with Ben: 

Ben and Joe’s company, Syntilay: https://syntilay.com 

Ben’s podcast, LegendsNLeaders: legendsnleaders.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benxweiss 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benmweiss/

Connect with Tim:

Website: https://www.timstorey.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timstoreyofficial

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MiracleMentalitywithTimStorey

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timstoreyofficial

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Motivation, Self Help, Mindset, Faith, Purpose, Resilience, Mental Health, Healing, Transformation, Inspiration, Growth, Leadership, Comeback, Spirituality, Personal Development, Breakthrough, Overcoming, Growth Mindset, Hope, Life Transformation, Determination, Confidence, Vision

In today’s age of AI and information saturation, how do you and your business stand out? Maha Abouelenein, a communications and storytelling expert, leads a communications firm with offices in the U.S. and UAE, helping global brands, high-growth startups, and government organizations harness the power of strategic storytelling in order to reach their desired audience. In this episode, Maha and Tim break down the winning communication strategy she teaches to some of the world’s biggest brands like Google, Netflix, and Careem. She also outlines her rules for self-reliance in the digital age. 

Maha Abouelenein is a strategic communicator, advisor, brand builder, and storyteller with more than three decades of experience in storytelling. She is the founder and CEO of Digital and Savvy, a strategic communications firm that focuses on creating value through powerful storytelling. 

In this episode, Tim and Maha discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:54) How Maha builds lasting, fruitful relationships

(04:24) Maha’s experience growing up Egyptian-American and eventually moving to Cairo

(10:21) How Maha got her start in journalism and professional storytelling

(13:32) Maha’s journey to becoming one of the top storytellers in the communications industry

(18:35) How to prepare for high-profile interviews and speaking engagements

(21:19) Where most CEOs fail in their communication strategy

(23:37) Maha’s rules of self-reliance

(27:19) Communication expert’s guide to rebuilding your reputation

(29:24) How Maha got to work for VaynerMedia

(32:55) What’s next for Maha

Maha Abouelenein is a strategic communicator, advisor, brand builder, and storyteller. With more than three decades of experience, she has crafted strategies for global corporations, startups, sports organizations, governments, CEOs, and high-net-worth individuals. She managed communications for major tech companies in the Middle East, including Google, Netflix, Udacity, and Careem. She is the founder and CEO of Digital and Savvy, a strategic communications firm that focuses on creating value through powerful storytelling. 

Connect with Maha: 

Personal Website: https://www.mahaabouelenein.com

Company Website: https://digitalandsavvy.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maha-abouelenein

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mahagaber/?hl=en 

Maha’s book, 7 Rules of Self-Reliance: How to Stay Low, Keep Moving, Invest in Yourself, and Own Your Future: https://www.mahaabouelenein.com/book 

Connect with Tim:

Website: https://www.timstorey.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timstoreyofficial

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MiracleMentalitywithTimStorey

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timstoreyofficial

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Growing up, Paul Orfalea didn’t know a single adult with a job. All of his family members ran their own businesses, no matter how difficult it got. It felt inevitable that Paul would eventually build Kinko’s, the first widely accessible, self-service retail space for photocopying and printing needs that was later sold for $2.4 billion. In this episode of Miracle Mentality, Paul breaks down the harsh realities of entrepreneurship, from the endless paranoia to the superficiality of relationships. He also talks about his goal to donate all of his money before he passes away. 

Paul Orfalea is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, and public speaker. In 1970, he founded the copy chain Kinko’s, a single copy shop that grew to become the industry leader with 1,200 branches worldwide and over 23,000 employees. His family's philanthropic foundation supports early care and education in California.

In this episode, Tim and Paul discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:02) Paul’s experiences growing up in Southern California with ADHD and dyslexia

(04:41) How Paul came up with the idea for Kinko’s 

(09:27) The dark reality of being an entrepreneur

(13:22) The mindset that got Paul through several business failures

(14:40) The value of imposter syndrome 

(17:26) Why you shouldn’t make financial success your main goal

(21:08) How Paul is using his billions to improve the lives of Southern Californians 

(24:57) How mindfulness is the key to a fulfilling life

(28:12) The only thing wealth really gets you

(29:54) Are people inherently selfish or gracious? 

(32:12) How you should change your priorities as you age

Paul Orfalea is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, and public speaker. He is the founder of the copy chain Kinko's, which began as a single tiny shop in 1970 and ended up with 1,200 locations worldwide and $2 billion in annual sales. Today, Paul shares the benefit of his business and life experience through his writings, speeches, and college courses. Through his philanthropic efforts and public speaking, Paul strives to improve resources for the next generation of leaders and educators by promoting Whole Child Development.

Connect with Paul: 

Website: https://www.paulorfalea.com

Orfalea Foundation: https://www.orfaleafoundation.org

Connect with Tim:

Website: https://www.timstorey.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timstoreyofficial

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MiracleMentalitywithTimStorey

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timstoreyofficial

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Motivation, Self Help, Mindset, Faith, Purpose, Resilience, Mental Health, Healing, Transformation, Inspiration, Growth, Leadership, Comeback, Spirituality, Personal Development, Breakthrough, Overcoming, Growth Mindset, Hope, Life Transformation, Determination, Confidence, Vision

Forty-five years ago, Naveen Jain immigrated from India to the U.S. with nothing but $5 in his pocket and a desire to make the world a better place. After building several companies that disrupted the technology, information, and space exploration industries, he is now revolutionizing the healthcare sector through his latest company, Viome. In this episode, Naveen explains how to spot and fix problems in any industry. He also breaks down how Viome uses innovative RNA testing techniques to identify and treat chronic illnesses with natural remedies and dietary changes. 

Naveen Jain is a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and innovator driven to solve the world’s biggest problems through audacious solutions. His newest company, Viome, unites a multidisciplinary team of pioneering scientists and seasoned executive leadership to tackle some of the most daunting, unaddressed medical challenges.

In this episode, Tim and Naveen discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:53) Why you should pick your social circle carefully

(04:09) Naveen’s story of immigration, success, and living the American dream

(05:44) How we subconsciously limit our imagination of what is possible

(08:39) Why you should never chase financial success

(14:22) How mastery can restrict you from innovation

(17:05) Naveen’s unique method of examining market need and progression

(23:48) The flaws in our current treatment model of chronic diseases

(28:57) How gut health is the foundation of all chronic diseases

(31:24) Naveen’s revolutionary work in disease treatment at Viome

(40:39) Naveen’s secrets to health and longevity

Naveen Jain is a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist driven to solve the world's biggest challenges. As the founder of Viome, Moon Express, World Innovation Institute, TalentWise, Intelius, and Infospace, Naveen has established himself as a disruptor of several industries. He is the author of the award-winning book Moonshots: Creating a World of Abundance, the creator of top-rated Mindvalley and Masterclass programs, and behind XPrize, a series of outcome-driven prize competitions that invite global innovators to transform breakthrough ideas into tested, real-world solutions. 

Connect with Naveen: 

Viome: https://www.viome.com

Website: https://naveenjain.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naveenjainceo/# 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveenjainintelius/

Connect with Tim:

Website: https://www.timstorey.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timstoreyofficial

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MiracleMentalitywithTimStorey

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timstoreyofficial

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When Dr. Daniel Amen first saw his own brain in a scan, he was horrified: he was a former football player, he had meningitis twice, and he only slept four hours per night, leading his brain to show signs of significant damage. From that point on, he was committed to improving his brain health. He is now one of the most famous neuroscientists in the world, with over 95 scientific papers and 12 books published on brain health. In this conversation, Daniel breaks down how mental health issues are rooted in brain health and what we can do to improve our brain health for a better life. 

Dr. Daniel Amen is a physician, double board-certified psychiatrist, award-winning researcher, and 20-time national bestselling author.  He is also the founder and CEO of the Amen Clinics, a neuroscience institute with over 11 locations nationwide.

In this episode, Tim and Daniel discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:55) The key to aging in reverse

(02:48) Daniel’s early fascination with the brain and psychiatry

(08:17) Daniel’s role in the movie Concussion

(10:31) Why alcohol is less popular with younger generations

(11:27) The science-backed strategy to becoming happier

(14:07) How seeing his own brain changed Daniel’s life

(15:53) How improving brain health has benefited incarcerated people

(18:23) Dangerous myths about marijuana

(23:57) Hidden factors that may be affecting Kanye West’s personality

(28:52) How Daniel is revolutionizing brain health

(33:10) Natural alternatives to modern medicine

Dr. Daniel Amen is a world-renowned neuroscientist, author, and physician. He has conducted nearly 300,000 brain SPECT scans on patients from 155 countries, and his groundbreaking findings are changing the way we treat mental health issues. He has published over 95 scientific papers and hosted 19 national public television specials on brain health. He is also the founder and CEO of the Amen Clinics, a neuroscience institute with over 11 locations nationwide. Named the #1 most influential mental health expert online, his content has amassed over 300 million views.

Connect with Daniel: 

Daniel’s website: amenclinics.com 

Daniel’s Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/doc_amen/?hl=en

Daniel’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdanielamen/

Daniel’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@docamen?lang=en

Daniel’s book, Change Your Brain Every Day:  https://brainmd.com/change-your-brain-every-day?srsltid=AfmBOoqi-Qt7h_FYIgwSbSUD4n98s-AdWJHn5I-30RUKdL5JkVjcF3H6

Order Daniel’s new book, Change Your Brain, Change Your Pain: https://changeyourbrainchangeyourpainbook.com/ 

Connect with Tim:

Website: https://www.timstorey.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timstoreyofficial

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MiracleMentalitywithTimStorey

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timstoreyofficial

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Motivation, Self Help, Mindset, Faith, Purpose, Resilience, Mental Health, Healing, Transformation, Inspiration, Growth, Leadership, Comeback, Spirituality, Personal Development, Breakthrough, Overcoming, Growth Mindset, Hope, Life Transformation, Determination, Confidence, Vision