About the Host:

Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

• Effective Communication
• Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
• Team Building.
• Couples Retreats
• Improving the relationships in your life
• Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
• The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
• Parenting
• Customized workshops
• Keynote speeches

Links:

Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-cox-64228256

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

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Resources Mentioned:

The Five Temptations of a CEO by Patrick Lencioni : https://strategicdiscipline.positioningsystems.com/blog-0/five-temptations-of-a-ceo-questions

About the Host:

Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

• Effective Communication
• Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
• Team Building.
• Couples Retreats
• Improving the relationships in your life
• Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
• The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
• Parenting
• Customized workshops
• Keynote speeches

Links:

Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-cox-64228256

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

Thanks for listening!

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About My Guest:

Fadwa was born in the land of the Emeralds, Colombia, South America. She comes from a middle eastern heritage with a Lebanese paternal grandfather where her meaningful name comes from. She lived in Colombia until she was 12 years old. Her family lived in Panama, Central America until she was 18 years old when she moved to Utah to obtain her Bachelor in Science in Business Accounting from the University of Phoenix and has lived in Utah ever since.  

Fadwa and her husband, Mark, are successful business owners in different enterprises. House of Drapery and Blinds has served the community and around the world for the past 52 years with window coverings. Lawrence Management company is a rental business for the past 20 years. Inspirational Songs, music for a cause was also their business for 10 years before gifting it to their daughter. Chattahoochee is a competitive and breading horse business for the past 11 years. Finally, Fadwaterra is their business to empower people to take care of their health through natural doTerra oils for the past 3 years.

She and her family have a foundation, Daddy Come Home Foundation, that has been honoring the families of fallen soldiers since 2010 with speakers such as Attorney General Mark Shurtleff, Governor Candidate Spencer Cox, Mayor Dawn Ramsey, and the late Senator Chris Butters.

She loves to travel and has been in more than dozens of countries on six continents. She is passionate about her family’s well being spiritually, financially, and health-wise through natural health solutions. Her family is her priority, her husband is her eternal best friend and her children are the jewels in her motherhood crown.

Website: my.doterra.com/fadwa

About Me:

Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

• Effective Communication
• Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
• Team Building.
• Couples Retreats
• Improving the relationships in your life
• Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
• The art of conflict resolution,...]]>Fadwa Terra joins Matthew on this week’s episode. Fadwa shares how she believes that in order for her to do something she has to be able to commit to it 100%. This has led her to make some difficult choices when it comes to career and prioritizing motherhood however this commitment also led her to extraordinary opportunities later that allowed her to follow her passion in health.

  About My Guest:

  Fadwa was born in the land of the Emeralds, Colombia, South America. She comes from a middle eastern heritage with a Lebanese paternal grandfather where her meaningful name comes from. She lived in Colombia until she was 12 years old. Her family lived in Panama, Central America until she was 18 years old when she moved to Utah to obtain her Bachelor in Science in Business Accounting from the University of Phoenix and has lived in Utah ever since.  

  Fadwa and her husband, Mark, are successful business owners in different enterprises. House of Drapery and Blinds has served the community and around the world for the past 52 years with window coverings. Lawrence Management company is a rental business for the past 20 years. Inspirational Songs, music for a cause was also their business for 10 years before gifting it to their daughter. Chattahoochee is a competitive and breading horse business for the past 11 years. Finally, Fadwaterra is their business to empower people to take care of their health through natural doTerra oils for the past 3 years.

  She and her family have a foundation, Daddy Come Home Foundation, that has been honoring the families of fallen soldiers since 2010 with speakers such as Attorney General Mark Shurtleff, Governor Candidate Spencer Cox, Mayor Dawn Ramsey, and the late Senator Chris Butters.

  She loves to travel and has been in more than dozens of countries on six continents. She is passionate about her family’s well being spiritually, financially, and health-wise through natural health solutions. Her family is her priority, her husband is her eternal best friend and her children are the jewels in her motherhood crown.

  Website: my.doterra.com/fadwa

  About Me:

  Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

  Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

  Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

  Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

  • Effective Communication
  • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
  • Team Building.
  • Couples Retreats
  • Improving the relationships in your life
  • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
  • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
  • Parenting
  • Customized workshops
  • Keynote speeches
  
  

  Links:

  Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

  Thanks for listening!

  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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  Leave us a Review

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  ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2308Thu, 05 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -050036:37nofull213Mathew CoxS2E12: Living Your Passion with Dameien IsomDameien Isom joins Matthew on this week’s episode.  Dameien is Matthew’s long-time best friend and an accomplished car artist when it comes to restoring hot rods. Join in their conversation as they reminisce about how Dameien developed his passion for remodeling vehicles while working with his father, how he maintained this passion even during an economic crisis, and the emotional impact and support that comes with being an artist.

  You can find Dameien on:

  https://www.instagram.com/ds.complete/?hl=en

  About the Host:

  Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

  Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

  Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

  Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

  • Effective Communication
  • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
  • Team Building.
  • Couples Retreats
  • Improving the relationships in your life
  • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
  • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
  • Parenting
  • Customized workshops
  • Keynote speeches
  
  

  Links:

  Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

  Thanks for listening!

  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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  ]]>Dameien Isom joins Matthew on this week’s episode.  Dameien is Matthew’s long-time best friend and an accomplished car artist when it comes to restoring hot rods. Join in their conversation as they reminisce about how Dameien developed his passion for remodeling vehicles while working with his father, how he maintained this passion even during an economic crisis, and the emotional impact and support that comes with being an artist.

  You can find Dameien on:

  https://www.instagram.com/ds.complete/?hl=en

  About the Host:

  Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

  Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

  Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

  Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

  • Effective Communication
  • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
  • Team Building.
  • Couples Retreats
  • Improving the relationships in your life
  • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
  • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
  • Parenting
  • Customized workshops
  • Keynote speeches
  
  

  Links:

  Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

  Thanks for listening!

  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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  Leave us Review

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  ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2303Thu, 29 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -050043:22nofull212Mathew CoxS2E11: Every Coach Needs a Coach with James MalinchakWe are excited to bring you this encore episode of James Malinchak that originally aired on Oct 8, 2020.  As the discussion about purpose driven businesses continues, we thought that this was an opportune time to re-release this episode. James shares his wealth of knowledge including why mentors need mentors, understanding the business side of speaking, and his ninja trick for getting referrals through his speaking engagements.  Listen for these insights and more.

  About the Guest:

  James Malinchak is recognized as one of the most requested, in-demand business and motivational keynote speakers and marketing consultants in the world. He was featured on the Hit ABC TV Show, Secret Millionaire and was twice named “College Speaker of the Year.”

  James has delivered over 2,000 presentations for corporations, associations, business groups, colleges, universities and youth organizations worldwide. James can speak for groups ranging from 20-20,000.

  As a consultant, James is the behind-the-scenes, go-to marketing advisor for many top speakers, authors, thought leaders, business professionals, celebrities, sports coaches, athletes and entrepreneurs and is recognized as “The World’s #1 Big Money Speaker® Trainer and Coach” teaching anyone who wants to get highly-paid as a motivational or business speaker how to correctly package, market and sell their time, knowledge, experience, expertise, message, personal story and how-to advice.

  After growing-up in a small Pennsylvania steel-mill town near Pittsburgh as the son of a steelworker and a housewife – multi-millionaire James Malinchak is now one of most requested motivational and business speakers and business marketing coaches in America.

  Since 2001, Malinchak’s strong passion for serving others has impacted hundreds of thousands by teaching his unique personal and business strategies through his corporate and college speaking, public seminars, private coaching, books and home study courses. Malinchak has dedicated his life to helping others “Achieve a Better, Richer Business and Life!”

  Giving back is a big part of Malinchak’s life and he has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for various organizations and has donated thousands of dollars of his own money to help others. Especially dear to his heart is helping kids create a successful future by developing the belief in themselves that they can overcome challenges and achieve their dreams and goals.

  http://malinchak.com/

  About the Host:

  Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

  Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

  Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

  Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

  • Effective...]]>We are excited to bring you this encore episode of James Malinchak that originally aired on Oct 8, 2020.  As the discussion about purpose driven businesses continues, we thought that this was an opportune time to re-release this episode. James shares his wealth of knowledge including why mentors need mentors, understanding the business side of speaking, and his ninja trick for getting referrals through his speaking engagements.  Listen for these insights and more.

    About the Guest:

    James Malinchak is recognized as one of the most requested, in-demand business and motivational keynote speakers and marketing consultants in the world. He was featured on the Hit ABC TV Show, Secret Millionaire and was twice named “College Speaker of the Year.”

    James has delivered over 2,000 presentations for corporations, associations, business groups, colleges, universities and youth organizations worldwide. James can speak for groups ranging from 20-20,000.

    As a consultant, James is the behind-the-scenes, go-to marketing advisor for many top speakers, authors, thought leaders, business professionals, celebrities, sports coaches, athletes and entrepreneurs and is recognized as “The World’s #1 Big Money Speaker® Trainer and Coach” teaching anyone who wants to get highly-paid as a motivational or business speaker how to correctly package, market and sell their time, knowledge, experience, expertise, message, personal story and how-to advice.

    After growing-up in a small Pennsylvania steel-mill town near Pittsburgh as the son of a steelworker and a housewife – multi-millionaire James Malinchak is now one of most requested motivational and business speakers and business marketing coaches in America.

    Since 2001, Malinchak’s strong passion for serving others has impacted hundreds of thousands by teaching his unique personal and business strategies through his corporate and college speaking, public seminars, private coaching, books and home study courses. Malinchak has dedicated his life to helping others “Achieve a Better, Richer Business and Life!”

    Giving back is a big part of Malinchak’s life and he has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for various organizations and has donated thousands of dollars of his own money to help others. Especially dear to his heart is helping kids create a successful future by developing the belief in themselves that they can overcome challenges and achieve their dreams and goals.

    http://malinchak.com/

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

    Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

    Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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    Leave us an Apple Podcasts review

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    ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2297Wed, 21 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -050043:37nofull211Mathew CoxS2E10: Overcoming ObstaclesBeing purpose driven requires overcoming obstacles. Matthew leads us through a discussion on learning to solve problems through building resilience, developing your “grit”, and rising above what is put before you. You can access Access the Overcoming Obstacles course at https://matthewlelandcox.com

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

    Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

    Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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    ]]>Being purpose driven requires overcoming obstacles. Matthew leads us through a discussion on learning to solve problems through building resilience, developing your “grit”, and rising above what is put before you. You can access Access the Overcoming Obstacles course at https://matthewlelandcox.com

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2291Thu, 15 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -050025:56nofull210Mathew CoxS2E09: What Makes You Get Up Every Morning?What drives you? What is your purpose, the motivation, to jump out of bed and get your day going? In today’s episodes, Mathew discusses taking care of yourself as much as taking care of the business, defining your purpose and keeping it rooted for success, and learning to connect with those around you.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

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    ]]>What drives you? What is your purpose, the motivation, to jump out of bed and get your day going? In today’s episodes, Mathew discusses taking care of yourself as much as taking care of the business, defining your purpose and keeping it rooted for success, and learning to connect with those around you.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2286Thu, 08 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -050019:12nofull29Mathew CoxS2E08: Family Strong – Facing the Challenges of 2021Family is the reason we run businesses. No matter what your family structure looks like, we do it for them. 2021 has impacted the family significantly and it is not through yet. Matthew discusses these challenges and the strategies we can start taking in order to face them head on and ensure our family is happy and healthy. It all starts with you.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>Family is the reason we run businesses. No matter what your family structure looks like, we do it for them. 2021 has impacted the family significantly and it is not through yet. Matthew discusses these challenges and the strategies we can start taking in order to face them head on and ensure our family is happy and healthy. It all starts with you.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2281Thu, 01 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -050010:56nofull28Mathew CoxS2E07: What Kind of Leader Are You?The type of leader that you are, influences the impact you have on successfully motivating others, which can make or break your company. Today, Matthew discusses the different types of leaders, the skills they display, and the challenges they may face with their style. 

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>The type of leader that you are, influences the impact you have on successfully motivating others, which can make or break your company. Today, Matthew discusses the different types of leaders, the skills they display, and the challenges they may face with their style. 

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

    Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

    Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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    ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2275Thu, 17 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -050026:40nofull27Mathew CoxS2E06: How to Define Your PurposeAs we continue to talk about businesses we also have to focus on the leadership and finding your purpose.  It is not always easy to do so and once you find it, you have to know what to do with it. Matthew discusses finding his purpose and the three aspects needed to shape it into a fully developed superpower.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>As we continue to talk about businesses we also have to focus on the leadership and finding your purpose.  It is not always easy to do so and once you find it, you have to know what to do with it. Matthew discusses finding his purpose and the three aspects needed to shape it into a fully developed superpower.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2270Thu, 10 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -050019:28nofull26Mathew CoxS2E05: The Six Key Components to Get the Most Out of Your BusinessIn this week’s episode, Matthew considers the six areas that most small business owners find to be challenging on that road to success. Listen as he discusses developing processes, monitoring your data, delegating tasks that others may be better suited for, and much, much more.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>In this week’s episode, Matthew considers the six areas that most small business owners find to be challenging on that road to success. Listen as he discusses developing processes, monitoring your data, delegating tasks that others may be better suited for, and much, much more.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2265Thu, 03 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -050023:47nofull5Mathew CoxS2E04: Why Should I GO Back to WORK?Matthew is back to continue the conversation about today’s business world. From free capitalism to high unemployment rates because people are not wanting to go back to work to robotics in the workplace, Matthew explores the trends that are happening for businesses in 2021.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

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

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    ]]>Matthew is back to continue the conversation about today’s business world. From free capitalism to high unemployment rates because people are not wanting to go back to work to robotics in the workplace, Matthew explores the trends that are happening for businesses in 2021.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

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    ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2261Thu, 27 May 2021 06:00:00 -050025:28nofull24Mathew CoxS2E03: What Is the Best Business to Start in 2021?Are you thinking of starting a business? Do you wonder where to begin? What qualities should you have as a leader? Today Matthew discusses the fluctuating economy and how it is impacting what people are doing in order to earn their living. Matthew takes a look at the 10 top business opportunities that are identified in Las Vegas and encourages you to take a look at your community to learn where this next adventure can take you.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>Are you thinking of starting a business? Do you wonder where to begin? What qualities should you have as a leader? Today Matthew discusses the fluctuating economy and how it is impacting what people are doing in order to earn their living. Matthew takes a look at the 10 top business opportunities that are identified in Las Vegas and encourages you to take a look at your community to learn where this next adventure can take you.

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2253Thu, 20 May 2021 06:00:00 -050034:43nofull3Mathew CoxS2E02: How Covid-19 Has Impacted the Way Medical Providers are Doing Business with Dr. James and Dr. DanteIt has been over a year since Covid-19 has changed the way many businesses operate and one of the most important ones that were impacted was the medical field. Matthew is joined by two members of the medical profession as well as fellow podcasters, Dr. Dante M. Paredes and Dr. James Aston.  Today, Matthew, Dr. Dante and Dr. James discuss the impact that Covid-19 has had on the medical field and the changes that occurred in order to continue to provide safe and comprehensive medical care. Are some practices here forever or just for now? Find out their take on this and more.

    Don’t miss Dr. Dante and Dr. James on their podcast the Rollin’ Bones: The Osteopathic Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rollin-bones-the-osteopathic-podcast/id1456177347

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

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    Ratings and reviews from...]]>It has been over a year since Covid-19 has changed the way many businesses operate and one of the most important ones that were impacted was the medical field. Matthew is joined by two members of the medical profession as well as fellow podcasters, Dr. Dante M. Paredes and Dr. James Aston.  Today, Matthew, Dr. Dante and Dr. James discuss the impact that Covid-19 has had on the medical field and the changes that occurred in order to continue to provide safe and comprehensive medical care. Are some practices here forever or just for now? Find out their take on this and more.

    Don’t miss Dr. Dante and Dr. James on their podcast the Rollin’ Bones: The Osteopathic Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rollin-bones-the-osteopathic-podcast/id1456177347

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the relationships in your life
    • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
    • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
    • Parenting
    • Customized workshops
    • Keynote speeches
    
    

    Links:

    Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

    Thanks for listening!

    Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

    Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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    ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2235Thu, 13 May 2021 06:00:00 -050001:03:32nofull12Mathew CoxS2E01: Get A Grip – How to Get Everything You Want from Your Entrepreneurial Business with Mike PatonMatthew is back!! After a bit of a hiatus, Matthew has returned with a special guest, award-winning speaker, author and Global Ambassador for EOS Worldwide, Mike Paton. Join Mike and Matthew as they discuss the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System®), the common frustrations of entrepreneurs, Mike’s passion for helping entrepreneurs get what they want from their businesses, and his next book about strengthening the process component of your business.

    About the Guest:

    Mike Paton has been learning from entrepreneurs for most of his life. Today he works hard to give back - as an award-winning speaker, best-selling author, Certified EOS Implementer®, and as the Global Ambassador for EOS Worldwide.

    Paton discovered the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS®) a dozen years ago while trying to take a $7 million company to the next level. Feeling stuck and more than a little frustrated, his search for answers led him to Gino Wickman and EOS. Having helped run four entrepreneurial companies, Paton instantly recognized the power of this simple, holistic “way of operating” a small business. He quickly became a passionate advocate, joined the Professional EOS Implementer Community, and dedicated himself to helping other entrepreneurs get what they want from their businesses.

    Since then, Paton has conducted more than 1,200 full-day sessions with the leadership teams of more than 110 companies and helped thousands more entrepreneurs by sharing EOS in dynamic talks and workshops the world over. During that journey, Paton wrote Get A Grip: An Entrepreneurial Fable with Gino Wickman and then succeeded Gino in the role of Visionary for EOS Worldwide for five years. Today he spends all his time helping entrepreneurs implement EOS, run better businesses, and live better lives.

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

    EOS Worldwide: https://www.eosworldwide.com/

    Achieve Traction: https://www.achievetraction.com/

    Get A Grip: https://www.eosworldwide.com/traction-library

    About the Host:

    Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

    Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

    Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

    Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

    • Effective Communication
    • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
    • Team Building.
    • Couples Retreats
    • Improving the...]]>Matthew is back!! After a bit of a hiatus, Matthew has returned with a special guest, award-winning speaker, author and Global Ambassador for EOS Worldwide, Mike Paton. Join Mike and Matthew as they discuss the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System®), the common frustrations of entrepreneurs, Mike’s passion for helping entrepreneurs get what they want from their businesses, and his next book about strengthening the process component of your business.

      About the Guest:

      Mike Paton has been learning from entrepreneurs for most of his life. Today he works hard to give back - as an award-winning speaker, best-selling author, Certified EOS Implementer®, and as the Global Ambassador for EOS Worldwide.

      Paton discovered the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS®) a dozen years ago while trying to take a $7 million company to the next level. Feeling stuck and more than a little frustrated, his search for answers led him to Gino Wickman and EOS. Having helped run four entrepreneurial companies, Paton instantly recognized the power of this simple, holistic “way of operating” a small business. He quickly became a passionate advocate, joined the Professional EOS Implementer Community, and dedicated himself to helping other entrepreneurs get what they want from their businesses.

      Since then, Paton has conducted more than 1,200 full-day sessions with the leadership teams of more than 110 companies and helped thousands more entrepreneurs by sharing EOS in dynamic talks and workshops the world over. During that journey, Paton wrote Get A Grip: An Entrepreneurial Fable with Gino Wickman and then succeeded Gino in the role of Visionary for EOS Worldwide for five years. Today he spends all his time helping entrepreneurs implement EOS, run better businesses, and live better lives.

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

      EOS Worldwide: https://www.eosworldwide.com/

      Achieve Traction: https://www.achievetraction.com/

      Get A Grip: https://www.eosworldwide.com/traction-library

      About the Host:

      Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”

      Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.

      Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.

      Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:

      • Effective Communication
      • Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.
      • Team Building.
      • Couples Retreats
      • Improving the relationships in your life
      • Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.
      • The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.
      • Parenting
      • Customized workshops
      • Keynote speeches
      
      

      Links:

      Website: https://matthewlelandcox.com/

      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/

      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw

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

      Thanks for listening!

      Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

      Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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      ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2229Fri, 07 May 2021 01:53:00 -050037:19nofull11Mathew CoxEp 44: How to Deal with Criticismhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2203Thu, 28 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -050017:57nofull144<br /> Criticism even when given as constructive feedback is not always well received.&nbsp; Your vision is not always going to align with somebody else’s, and it is part of the human condition to give.&nbsp; Matthew takes us through understanding criticism and some suggestions on how to deal it when it happens to you.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> This episode was part of Matthew’s Facebook Live.&nbsp; You can find more at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 43: Self-Carehttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2200Thu, 21 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -050016:33nofull143<br /> Too often we find it easy to focus on the care of others, but we also need to be there for ourselves.&nbsp; In this week’s episode Matthew focuses on the importance of self-care, and how it is quite different for each of us.&nbsp; Find out how your personality color influences your approach to finding your own wellness path.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> This episode was part of Matthew’s Facebook Live.&nbsp; You can find more at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 42: Judgementhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2182Thu, 14 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -050010:06nofull142<br /> It is easy to make judgements on people, whether it is something we see or something we hear.&nbsp; We have to realize that those judgements are usually based on a limited amount of information.&nbsp; When we make comments, our words can hurt especially if you have not really taken the time to understand.&nbsp;&nbsp; On today’s episode, Matthew talks about the importance of stopping and thinking before we comment or say something that may not necessarily be true, that constructive criticism is still just criticism, and the simplicity of sharing an act of kindness.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> This episode was part of Matthew’s Facebook Live.&nbsp; You can find more at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated.Mathew CoxEp 41: Self-Doubthttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2177Thu, 07 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -050020:10nofull141<br /> In this week’s episode, Matthew talks about the how self-doubt can keep you stuck and keep you from exploring your full potential.&nbsp; Matthews gives you some tips on how to start your journey on the path of learning about yourself: who you are, and what you can do.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 40: Fearhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2171Thu, 31 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -050019:10nofull140<br /> Matthew continues his conversation about change focusing this week on the fear that keeps you from either making or accepting change. Listen as he addresses both the physiological and psychological effects of fear as well as some techniques to help you overcome it and make the changes you want.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Fight Your Fears: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Fight-Your-Fears-Summary.pdf" target="_blank">Download The PDF</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Why is Change so Challenging: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Why-is-Change-so-Challenging.pdf" target="_blank">Download The PDF</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts,Mathew CoxEp 39: Why Is Change So Challenging?http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2160Thu, 24 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -050021:44nofull139<br /> In the first of a series of conversations, Matthew is going to talk about why change can be so challenging. Most New Year’s resolutions fail but he is here to discuss the qualities and skills you need to incorporate to help you be successful this year.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Why is Change so Challenging: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Why-is-Change-so-Challenging.pdf" target="_blank">Download The PDF</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 38: Getting Through 2020http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2156Thu, 17 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -050019:31nofull138<br /> 2020 has been a difficult year for everyone. There has been an increase of depression and anxiety even in those of that normally do not feel this way. &nbsp;Matthew shares his own strategies that helped him navigate through 2020 while reducing the emotional impact it has had on him.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 37: 10 Ways to Overcome the Holiday Stresshttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2154Thu, 10 Dec 2020 06:00:00 -050043:24nofull137<br /> This episode originally aired on Mathew&#8217;s radio show, the Never Give Up Show.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> In today’s episode, Mathew discusses the stresses of the holidays and gives some great tips and tricks to overcome the stress of the year, including setting emotional boundaries, creating new traditions and letting go of the past.&nbsp; Mathew also shares some to deal what that teenager in the household during this time.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 36: Family Communication – Forget the Why and Focus on the What with Dr. Franzhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2150Thu, 03 Dec 2020 06:00:54 -050043:39nofull136<br /> This episode originally aired on Mathew&#8217;s radio show, the Never Give Up Show.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Marriage and Family Therapist, Dr Franz joins Mathew on this week’s episode.&nbsp; Together they explore children’s behaviors and how to get them to listen to us.&nbsp;&nbsp; Listen as they talk about shifting the language used, dealing with parents living in different homes, generational parenting, dealing with tantrums and much more.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 35: Workplace Communication – Adding Value Behind the Words We Usehttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2146Thu, 26 Nov 2020 06:00:00 -050047:22nofull135<br /> This episode originally aired on Mathew&#8217;s radio show, the Never Give Up Show.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> In this week’s episode, Matthew tackles communication in the workplace. &nbsp;Mathew takes the topic a step further and discusses Value based communication.&nbsp; Listen as he discusses management styles, how communication works, managing by values and much more.&nbsp; This episode is for leaders, managers, and employee alike.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 34: Don’t Do It For Them! How to Deal with Those Homework Struggleshttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2143Thu, 19 Nov 2020 06:00:21 -050045:28nofull134<br /> This episode originally aired on Mathew&#8217;s radio show, the Never Give Up Show.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> The homework struggle is real.&nbsp; Most of us can recall how much we did not enjoy doing our homework it came time to do so.&nbsp; You can probably also recall the ineffective tactics your parents tried on you to get it done.&nbsp; In today’s episode, Matthew discusses the struggles that parents have and why they are having them.&nbsp; The answer may surprise you.&nbsp;&nbsp; Matthew also offers some suggestions on how you can flip the switch with your approach and help your child motivate themselves to do the work that is needed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute,Mathew CoxEp 33: The Need for Guidance to Change Our Mindset with Adriana Rosales HaroFrom the corporate world to doing what she loves, Adriana Rosales Haro is committed to transforming communities, organizations, and corporations locally and globally.   In this week’s episode Matthew and Adriana discuss changing your mindset learning how to think again; the importance of finding the right mentors; competition extending from the mindset of scarcity, not abundance;...
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      ]]>http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2138Thu, 12 Nov 2020 06:00:00 -050044:41nofull233 From the corporate world to doing what she loves, Adriana Rosales Haro is committed to transforming communities, organizations, and corporations locally and globally. In this week’s episode Matthew and Adriana discuss changing your mindset learning how to think again; the importance of finding the right mentors; competition extending from the mindset of scarcity, not abundance; the power of being an author, and much more. About the Guest: Adriana Rosales Haro As founder of Adriana and Company LLC, it is Adriana&#8217;s personal vision and life purpose to see a generation be transformed by John C. Maxwell leadership principals and the HeartMath® science-based techniques. She is personally committed to transforming communities, organizations and corporate culture locally and globally, infusing visionary leadership awareness to a new generation of world leaders. As a multifaceted leader in more than five Fortune 500 companies, coordinator and host of Women in Business Conferences, Teen Leadership Summits, and host of the Live 2 Lead Conferences she has empowered individuals to aspire to greater levels of success.Her journey began in the United States Air Force where she learned the value of integrity and serving with excellence. The knowledge that was acquired while in the military paved the way for future ventures in Corporate America. She was perplexed by what she found; an incomplete perspective on leadership and understanding of the value of human capital. The very essence of success for any company is the value placed on its people. &#8220;It is Human Capital that is at the Heart of Business.&#8221; Today as she leads within several corporations and communities she finds that John’s principals and the techniques used at the HeartMath® Institute help aid the disconnect between what we want to achieve and what is achieved; the gap between where we are and where we want to be. We live in extraordinary times and we must live out visionary and cross-cultural leadership to its fullest potential. https://www.adriana.company/ (https://www.adriana.company/) https://www.facebook.com/AdrianaRosalesHaro (https://www.facebook.com/AdrianaRosalesHaro) About the Host: Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.” Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with. Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed. Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including: * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.Mathew CoxEp 32: Having a Road Map for Parentinghttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2136Thu, 05 Nov 2020 06:00:00 -050044:30nofull132<br /> This episode originally aired on Mathew&#8217;s radio show, the Never Give Up Show.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> We all want to know where we are headed, what our goals are, what we want to accomplish.  Companies use a strategic road map to identify their long-term goals but did you know you can use this tool for your family and parenting as well?  Listen as Matthew discusses the value of having a road map for parenting in which he will highlight such areas as responding and reacting, viewing your world, understanding one another, and finding different ways to look at solutions.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 31: Children and Social Media: Setting Healthy Boundarieshttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2133Thu, 29 Oct 2020 06:00:51 -050031:11nofull131<br /> This episode originally aired on Mathew&#8217;s radio show, the Never Give Up Show.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> The popularity of social media such as Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok is not soon going away.  As one medium disappears another one takes its place.  With this comes the exposure to our children and them wanting to become part of  the new normal of social interaction, especially in current times.   In this episode, Matthew explores the boundaries that any parent may want to put in to place in order to ensure the safety of their children as well as the appropriate use of such media. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 30: Coronavirus and Couple Communicationhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2130Thu, 22 Oct 2020 06:00:00 -050034:55nofull130<br /> As a couple, the longer we are together we learn one of two things when having difficulty communicating; we either solve issues together or we learn to fight well and run away.&nbsp; This was true even before the coronavirus and with the onset of that, the second option became harder to do.&nbsp; Now more than ever couples need to learn how to communicate and “be” with one another.&nbsp; Listen as Mathew talks about the effect Coronavirus has had on relationships, how the different personality types come into play as spouses, and an approach we can use to help solve the issues we may be facing.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.Mathew CoxEp 29: Stop Trying to Be Perfect. Be Yourself!http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2127Thu, 15 Oct 2020 06:00:33 -050044:09nofull129<br /> We are all faced with the pressure outside of us, be it from our friends, our work, our community, or the society in general.   This causes many of us to hide who we truly are and put on various masks, whether it is being the high performer, the perfectionist, the conformist, the criticizer, or the bargainer to name a few.   Matthew talks about how our environment influences us to act in ways that are not true to who we are, why we wear these masks, and gives us some ideas on how to find your real self.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 28: Every Coach Needs a Coach with James Malinchakhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2124Thu, 08 Oct 2020 06:00:00 -050043:40nofull<br /> We are excited to have James Malinchak, professional Speaker, Trainer and Coach on this week’s episode.&nbsp; James shares his wealth of knowledge including why mentors need mentors, understanding the business side of speaking, and his ninja trick for getting referrals through his speaking engagements.&nbsp;&nbsp; Listen for these insights and more.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> James Malinchak is recognized as one of the most requested, in-demand business and motivational keynote speakers and marketing consultants in the world. He was featured on the Hit ABC TV Show, Secret Millionaire and was twice named “College Speaker of the Year.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> James has delivered over 2,000 presentations for corporations, associations, business groups, colleges, universities and youth organizations worldwide. James can speak for groups ranging from 20-20,000.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> As a consultant, James is the behind-the-scenes, go-to marketing advisor for many top speakers, authors, thought leaders, business professionals, celebrities, sports coaches, athletes and entrepreneurs and is recognized as “The World’s #1 Big Money Speaker® Trainer and Coach” teaching anyone who wants to get highly-paid as a motivational or business speaker how to correctly package, market and sell their time, knowledge, experience, expertise, message, personal story and how-to advice.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> After growing-up in a small Pennsylvania steel-mill town near Pittsburgh as the son of a steelworker and a housewife – multi-millionaire James Malinchak is now one of most requested motivational and business speakers and business marketing coaches in America.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Since 2001, Malinchak’s strong passion for serving others has impacted hundreds of thousands by teaching his unique personal and business strategies through his corporate and college speaking, public seminars, private coaching, books and home study courses. Malinchak has dedicated his life to helping others “Achieve a Better, Richer Business and Life!”™<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Giving back is a big part of Malinchak’s life and he has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for various organizations and has donated thousands of dollars of his own money to help others. Especially dear to his heart is helping kids create a successful future by developing the belief in themselves that they can overcome challenges and achieve their dreams and goals.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="http://malinchak.com/">http://malinchak.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and...Mathew CoxEp 27: Divorce and the Familyhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2100Thu, 01 Oct 2020 06:00:00 -050035:02nofull<br /> This episode originally aired on Mathew&#8217;s radio show, the Never Give Up Show.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Parenting a child can be challenging at the best of times however when you add a divorce into the mix, it adds another level.&nbsp;&nbsp; Today Matthew is going to be talking about how divorce affects everybody in the family, the challenges of coparenting with boundaries, codependency, and taking steps to move forward.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 26: Is Failure Bad?http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2097Thu, 24 Sep 2020 06:00:24 -050036:03nofull126<br /> This episode originally aired on Mathew&#8217;s radio show, the Never Give Up Show.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Today, Matthew discusses fear vs failure. How we face these two will determine whether we are successful or not. Listen as Matthew talks about fear creating success and learning from your failures in order to move forward and become the successful person you want to be, however you choose to define that.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 25: Treating the Whole Person with Osteopathic Physician, Dr. James Astonhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2093Thu, 17 Sep 2020 06:00:46 -050049:03nofull125<br /> Dr. James Aston discovered his purpose when he took the leap from car salesman to entering medical school.&nbsp;&nbsp; A Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, he subspecialized in family medicine and performing arts medicine.&nbsp; Listen as Mathew and Dr. Aston discuss working with the bio-psychosocial model of care and the impact that covid has had on overall mental health care.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Find Dr. Aston’s podcast, Rollin’ Bones here: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rollin-bones-the-osteopathic-podcast/id1456177347">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rollin-bones-the-osteopathic-podcast/id1456177347</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute,Mathew CoxEp 24: Overcoming Limitations and “Learning Outside the Lines” with Jonathan Mooneyhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2088Thu, 10 Sep 2020 21:24:14 -050054:05nofull124<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Jonathan Mooney had a point to make.&nbsp; As a person living with dyslexia and ADHD, he was told that he would not amount to much, but he proved them wrong.&nbsp; Now a writer and speaker, Jonathan shares his experiences and empowers others to learn strategies and understanding when working with children and teenagers that are faced with similar learning challenges.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Jonathan Mooney is a dyslexic writer, speaker, and do-gooder who did not learn to read until 12 years old.&nbsp; He faced several low expectations growing up—was told he would flip burgers, be a high school dropped out and end up in jail. Needless to say, there hopeful prophecies didn’t come to pass. Opposed to being a high school dropout Jonathan became a college graduate from Brown university with an honors degree in English lit; instead of flipping burgers he ended up writing books, the first of which he wrote at the end of the 23 as an undergrad; And instead of becoming an inmate he become an advocate creating organizations and initiatives that help people who get the short end of the stick.Jonathan has won many awards for all of this —The Harry S. Truman fellowship for public services, Finalist for a Roads Scholarship, LA Achievement award from The Lab school of Washington where I shared the stage with Vice President Joe Biden—and been featured in/on HBO, NPR, The New York Times, NBC, Fast company, and many other media outlets.&nbsp; But what he is most proud of is not that he proved some people who doubted him wrong—but that he proved the many people—his mom, a teacher named Mr. R, his wife Rebecca—right, not just about his potential but about the potential for all of us who live and learn differently.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://www.jonathanmooney.com">https://www.jonathanmooney.com</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.Mathew CoxEp 23: Dream New Dreams: Inspiring Parents of Special Needs Children with Stanley Klein, PH.D.http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2080Thu, 03 Sep 2020 06:00:39 -050043:58nofull<br /> This episode of the Purpose Driven Person originally aired on Matthew&#8217;s Las Vegas Radio Show, The Never Give Up Show.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Stanley Klein, PHD is expert on teaching health-care professionals about working with parents of children with disabilities, with a focus on the challenge of delivering difficult diagnostic news.&nbsp; He has co-edited three books with the intent of inspiring parents to not lose hope when faced with a diagnosis of a special needs child.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> In 1954, as a college freshman, Stanley D. Klein got a summer job as a counselor at a Camp Jawonio, a camp for children with cerebral palsy in Rockland County, New York. He worked at Camp Jawonio for three more summers (through 1957) serving as head counselor for the boys. At camp, he learned about what it is like to be a parent — 24 hours/day.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> While at camp, he observed and got to know the consulting psychologist. As a result, he decided to become a clinical psychologist. Dr. Klein received his Ph.D. in psychology from Clark University in 1963.He has been a clinical psychologist and a college educator. In 1971, he co-founded&nbsp;Exceptional Parent&nbsp;magazine and served as editor-in-chief until 1997. During that time, he was the author or co-author of over 200 articles and editorials and three books.In 1993, his article on communicating with parents, including the challenge of delivering difficult diagnostic news, appeared in a pediatric journal. He has spoken on this important topic to health and education professionals at many teaching hospitals and many other clinical and educational settings throughout the United States as well as in Greece, United Kingdom, Israel, and Germany.*<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Dr. Klein also does presentations and workshops on a range of topics for parents organizations, health care and special education students, and groups including parents, professionals, and/or people with disabilities.* He has also discussed children with disabilities and their parents on radio and television.In the late 1990s, he helped Merrill Lynch establish its Families of Children with Disabilities Program and served as “Special Needs Expert” at Parents.com (Parents&nbsp;magazine Web site). He also served as Education Director for Abilities Expo for several years.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> In 2002, he created DisABILITIESBOOKS to publish books by parents and people with disabilities. From 2002 through 2008, he was a regular contributor to&nbsp;InSight, the national newsletter of The Arc.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> In September, 2012, Dr. Klein became a consultant&nbsp;at the Viscardi Center&nbsp;in&nbsp;Albertson, NY.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Dr. Klein has received numerous national awards for his work from organizations such as the National Parents Network, American Psychological Association, National Down Syndrome Congress, American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine, Bethesda Lutheran Homes and Services, National Easter Seals Society, and The President’s Committee on the Employment of&nbsp; People with Disabilities and the American Association of Disability Communicators.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Active in politics for many years, from May, 2007 to November, 2008, he served as co-chair of the Obama Disability Policy Committee.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> The father of two adult children, Dr. Klein lives in Brookline, Massachusetts.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> disABILITIESBOOKS: <a href="https://disabilitiesbookspress.com/">https://disabilitiesbookspress.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.familyeducation.com/">https://www.familyeducation.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating,Mathew CoxEp 22: Butterflies and Second Chances with Annette Hineshttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2075Thu, 27 Aug 2020 06:00:00 -050048:07nofull122<br /> Annette Hines is a mom to two beautiful girls, an author of Butterflies and Second Chances, a podcaster, and a special needs attorney and advocate.&nbsp; Her deep personal understanding of special needs fuels her passion for quality special needs planning and drives her dedication to the practice.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> On this week’s episode, Matthew talks to Annette about:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Her life with her daughters was unexpected but beautiful in its own regard.* Grief can sneak up on you and loss can be devastating but you can use that to build something after. As a special needs family, it is important to have a circle of care to support you throughout your child&#8217;s lifetime.* Don&#8217;t forget about the siblings!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Annette Hines has been practicing in the areas of Special Needs, Elder Law and Estate Planning for over twenty years. She received her JD from Howard University School of Law, her MBA from Suffolk University and her BA from the University of Vermont. Her clients include individuals and families of children with special needs, the elderly and others in the community.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Ms. Hines brings personal experience with special needs to her practice, as the mother of two daughters, one of whom passed away from Mitochondrial disease in November 2013. This deep personal understanding of special needs fuels her passion for quality special needs planning and drives her dedication to the practice.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://specialneedscompanies.com/">https://specialneedscompanies.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Butterflies and Second Chances: <a href="https://specialneedscompanies.com/book/">https://specialneedscompanies.com/book/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SpecialNeedsCompanies/">https://www.facebook.com/SpecialNeedsCompanies/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/SpecialNeedsCo">https://twitter.com/SpecialNeedsCo</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Parenting Impossible Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parenting-impossible-the-special-needs-survival-podcast/id1480043957">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parenting-impossible-the-special-needs-survival-podcast/id1480043957</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships...Mathew CoxEp 21: Living Life For A Living with Tamia Dowhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2070Thu, 20 Aug 2020 06:00:00 -050001:02:02nofull<br /> Not only is Tania Dow an ordained minister and a retired Domestic Violence Detective, she is also award-winning filmmaker, screenwriter, director, and an award-winning bestselling author.&nbsp;&nbsp; Tamia continues to give back to the community she serves by conducting educational trainings. &nbsp;Her heart virtues are justice, education, and empowerment.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> On this week’s episode, Matthew talks to Tamia about her journey. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Don&#8217;t miss these key points:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Living a life of service to others* Finding your special contribution to the world* Deciding daily to make a difference* Leading with Love* Walking in Faith<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Tamia Dow is a retired LVMPD Domestic Violence Detective. She is an ordained minister (known as Chaplain Dow) and entrepreneur that coaches and helps people live the life of their dreams (God planned life).She is an international speaker having spoken domestically and in Curacao, Bangladesh, Abu Dhabi, Wales, Leeds and South Africa to name a few places about Empowerment, Leadership, Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence not to mention she is an award winning Best Selling Author and a filmmaker. She has recently written a book to help people tell their story “In Celebration Of You” and her film “Why Should I Care ?” (A Film about DV and HT) and “Toxic Love “ have won numerous awards including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Screenplay.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCsd18u5N-E">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCsd18u5N-E</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> This is just the tip ? of the Iceberg ??Tamia Dow is available to speak at your conference, on your talk show or for your church group.Tamia can be contacted at DirectorTamiaDow@gmail.comAnd on most social media @TamiaDow<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Triple 8 Spirit Production &#8211; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Triple-8-Spirit-Productions-322065691746274/">https://www.facebook.com/Triple-8-Spirit-Productions-322065691746274/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> In Celebration Of You Book &#8211; <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1099506220">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1099506220</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.Mathew CoxEp 20: Exploring ADHD with Dr. Russell Barkleyhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2065Thu, 13 Aug 2020 06:00:00 -050049:15nofull<br /> This episode of the Purpose Driven Person originally aired on Matthew&#8217;s Las Vegas Radio Show, The Never Give Up Show. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> In this episode, Matthew sits down with Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D., an internationally recognized authority on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD or ADD) in children and adults who has dedicated his career to widely disseminating science-based information about ADHD. Dr. Barkley is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Virginia Treatment Center for Children and Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, Richmond, VA.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Dr. Barkley is a Diplomate (board certified) in three specialties, Clinical Psychology (ABPP), Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, and Clinical Neuropsychology (ABCN, ABPP). He is also a Fellow in the American Psychological Association. A clinical scientist, educator, and practitioner, he has published 25 books, rating scales, and clinical manuals now numbering 43 separate editions. He has also published more than 300 scientific articles and book chapters on ADHD and related disorders. He founded The ADHD Report (Guilford), a clinical newsletter in its 28th year and on which he serves as Editor. He has created seven award winning professional videos on ADHD and defiant children. Dr. Barkley has served on the editorial boards of and as a reviewer for numerous scientific journals. He was the President of the Section of Clinical Child Psychology, Division 12, of the American Psychological Association (1988)[now Division 53], and was President of the International Society for Research in Child and Adolescent Psychopathology (1991).<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> He has presented more than 800 invited lectures in more than 30 countries, and appeared on nationally televised programs including&nbsp;60 Minutes, the Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS Sunday Morning, CNN, and many other programs. In 1994, he received the Distinguished Contribution Award from the American Association of Applied and Preventive Psychology. In 1996, he was awarded the C. Anderson Aldrich Award from the American Academy of Pediatrics for his research career in child development. In 1998, he received the Award for Distinguished Contribution to Research from the Section on Clinical Child Psychology, (now Division 53) of the American Psychological Association. In 2002, he received the Dissemination Award from the Society for a Science of Clinical Psychology, Division 12, of the American Psychological Association for his career long efforts to educate the public and other professionals about the science of ADHD. In 2012 he received the Distinguished Career Contribution Award from the Division of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology of the American Psychological Association. In 2017, he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Professional Society for ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD), and in 2018 he also received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Children and Adults with ADHD (chadd.org). His websites are&nbsp;<a href="http://russellbarkley.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">russellbarkley.org</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://adhdlectures.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ADHDLectures.com</a>.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success.Mathew CoxEp 19: What Is Your Belief Window?http://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2062Thu, 06 Aug 2020 06:00:00 -050045:04nofull119<br /> All of us have belief windows that hold us back from doing what we want, how we see others, and how we see ourselves.&nbsp; These often stem from what we have learned as an adolescent or even a young adult.&nbsp; The good news is that belief windows can be changed.&nbsp; You can become the person, the parent, the leader that you truly want to be. &nbsp;<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.<br />Mathew CoxEp 18: Recovery with Purpose with Edward J Kovacs IIIhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2053Thu, 30 Jul 2020 06:00:00 -050047:01nofull118<br /> Edward Kovacs&#8217; journey from addiction truly began with the simple act of picking up and throwing away a soda can. This &#8216;a-ha&#8217; moment showed him that he can gain satisfaction and pride from doing the right thing and it began his path to recovery. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About Our Guest: <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Edward J Kovacs III is a person in long term recovery since 5/27/2010 with a devoted passion both professionally and personally to the recovery community from selfless service to a career devoted to those in need. Edward has been in the substance use field since 2011 in multiple capacities from direct care to state director of care including a range of services from medical detox to prevention programs for various age groups and socio-economic backgrounds with an emphasis on engaging high-risk/high-needs clients and a specialization for gang and violent offender populations.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Currently Edward is providing independent consulting on developing and implementing effective treatment programs for specific populations while also acting as the State Director of Program Development for TrueCare. Edward prides himself in his specialization for implementing effective substance use programming specifically for the criminal justice and adolescent community one of which is presently being researched on a National Level with the OJJDP in conjunction with NADCP on the effectiveness of Juvenile Drug Court where the treatment model provided in the Las Vegas Juvenile Drug Court is the sole intellectual property of Edward Kovacs. In addition, Edward also has a passion for public speaking and staff development specifically speaking statewide and providing staff development for Mission High School and NPHY.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Outside of professional work Edward selflessly speaks to inmates in the Clark County Detention Center, Youth at Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth, and a men&#8217;s group at Mission High School all on a weekly basis. Edward also serves on the Executive Board for Peer Recovery Support Services associated with IC&amp;RC known as Nevada Certification Board, is on the advisory committee for Mission High School the Nation’s first publicly funded recovery High School as well as being a Board member for United Providers of Mental Health.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life*...Mathew CoxEp 17: Filled with Life with Christine “Minh Minh” Garnerhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2046Thu, 23 Jul 2020 06:00:00 -050041:34nofull117<br /> Matthew and Minh- Minh talk about her experience living in a Religious Cult, how she escaped from it and found her purpose in life helping others. She talks about understanding pain and joy and how she lives to look at life as a gift.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Meet Christine “Minh- Minh” Garner. Raised in a doomsday cult, she grew up living in fear. In the last 16 years since her escape, she has learned to overcome the fear, live her life by design and is deeply passionate about helping others live a life of fulfillment as she has done. Love. Empower. Radiate.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> You can connect with her on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/christineminhminhgarner/?fbclid=IwAR1Lmx4vCCzdiT_KHQxstnS2zyEeQoTvsdHT-ZB_81iZkEoTMBxs6M70cyw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/christineminhminhgarner/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Mathew CoxEp 16: Helping Others Find Light In the Darkness with Joseph Englehttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2043Thu, 16 Jul 2020 06:00:00 -050038:46nofull116<br /> Joe and Matthew talk about Joe’s journey and calling in life. Joe shares how his experiences tormented him for a year. Upon the first “Angel Anniversary” of the death of his son Reese, a group of grieving parents with similar stories decided that they needed to help other families impacted by the opioid crisis. In June 2013, the nonprofit There is No Hero in Heroin Foundation was established.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Joe Engle’s family moved to Las Vegas in 1978 when he was 11 years old. He graduated from Western High School in 1985 and has worked for Safe Electronics since 2002 as an IBEW Low Voltage Senior Technician. Joe’s 19-year-old son Reese died in 2011 due to an overdose of heroin. The unbearable loss and profound pain that Joe experienced tormented him for a year. Upon the first “Angel Anniversary” of Reese’s death, a group of grieving parents with similar stories decided that they needed to help other families impacted by the opioid crisis. In June 2013, the nonprofit There is No Hero in Heroin Foundation formed to provide support and financial assistance for those seeking long term sobriety from opioid addiction. In the last five years, TINHIH Las Vegas has become a leader in the recovery community as well as a vocal advocate for sustainable recovery programs at the local, state, and federal levels. Along with Board Members Donn Jersey and Jeffery Horn, Joe advocated for the creation of the Clark County School District’s Mission High School in downtown Las Vegas which opened in the Fall of 2017.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://www.tinhihlasvegas.info/">https://www.tinhihlasvegas.info/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TINHIHLasVegas/">https://www.facebook.com/TINHIHLasVegas/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.Mathew CoxEp 15: Helping Teens Find Purpose with Rusty Burnsidehttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2037Thu, 09 Jul 2020 06:00:00 -050050:18nofull115<br /> Rusty Burnside has been in the personal improvement, sports coaching and business coaching space for over 14 years. He has built many business and drives to bring his coaching experience and his business experience together to help coaches from the biggest board rooms to the smallest locker rooms succeed.Meet him at&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gmcacademy.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2rt6TvhPCRTWXESDJnM26EtV8pzLilj885uoMqgD9yhfWcuVFC5IPUNNk&amp;h=AT0kpDRuWFQUcJRt2RRZ7LueQoXe84Cbmvnq_fWYyPO3clPMhumEajrkFxJ2z4p78YodKEDlOFXvhS616hi1blKHMqiZmvJcE-YkVjrx5fv32CC-T2uzT4A6NgH9y-egpLYquRsSbaNlPjB9CurExiSL9dt27m9WXrezXgKK" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.gmcacademy.com</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an iTunes reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts,Mathew CoxEp 14: Prisoners of Our Thoughts – Why Your Thoughts Are Stopping You with Dr. Alex Pattakoshttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2027Thu, 02 Jul 2020 06:00:00 -050052:56nofull114<br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Alex Pattakos, Ph.D.,&nbsp;is co-founder of the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.globalmeaninginstitute.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Global Meaning Institute</a>&nbsp;and coauthor with Elaine Dundon of the international best-selling book,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Prisoners-Our-Thoughts-Principles-Discovering/dp/1626568804/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Prisoners of Our Thoughts: Viktor Frankl&#8217;s Principles for Discovering Meaning in Life and Work</a>, available in over 20 languages and now in a 3rd, revised and expanded, edition.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Prisoners-Our-Thoughts-Principles-Discovering/dp/1626568804/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Prisoners of Our Thoughts</a>&nbsp;is based on the wisdom of the world-renowned psychiatrist, Viktor E. Frankl, M.D., Ph.D., who personally urged Dr. Pattakos to write it. Pattakos and Dundon are also the coauthors of the award-winning, Greek-inspired book on the human quest for meaning,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/OPA-Way-Finding-Meaning-Everyday/dp/194036325X/ref=sr_1_1_twi_har_1?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1473013039&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=the+opa%21+Way" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The OPA! Way: Finding Joy &amp; Meaning in Everyday Life &amp; Work</a>, as well as are the co-creators of&nbsp;MEANINGology®—the &#8220;study and practice of Meaning in life, work, and society.&#8221; Dr. Pattakos is writing a new book,&nbsp;Public Administration and the Search for Meaning: Rediscovering the Soul of Government, that will be published by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.routledge.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Routledge</a>, an imprint of the Taylor &amp; Francis Group and the global leader in academic book publishing in the Humanities and Social Sciences.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> A U.S. Army veteran with expertise in political science, psychology, and existential philosophy, Alex has been privileged to have worked internationally with all levels of government, including service to the White House under three presidents in the United States. He has also been an adviser to the commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, as well as was one of the initial faculty evaluators for the Innovations in American Government Awards Program at the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University. He is a former elected member of the National Council of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), the largest and most prominent professional association dedicated to advancing the art, science, teaching, and practice of public and nonprofit administration. He is also a columnist (&#8220;Meaning in Government&#8221;) for ASPA&#8217;s flagship magazine,&nbsp;PA TIMES.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> His unique background includes being a former therapist and mental health administrator, as well as a full-time professor of public and business administration, including graduate program head. He is recognized as the world&#8217;s leading authority on applying Viktor Frankl&#8217;s System of Logotherapy and Existential Analysis to work, the workplace, and organizations in business and government. In this connection, he was awarded the title of Honorary Professor by the Moscow Institute of Psychoanalysis, Moscow, Russia. Now as cofounder of the Global Meaning Institute, Dr. Pattakos is helping to lead the Meaning Movement through his advising, speaking, teaching, and writing about MEANINGology® on how to bring meaning to life, work, and society. &nbsp;<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates,Mathew CoxSelf-care and Self-awareness with Dr. Eva Selhubhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2023Thu, 25 Jun 2020 06:00:00 -050039:56nofull113<br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Dr. Eva Selhub is an internationally recognized resiliency expert, physician, author, speaker, scientist, and consultant. Dr. Eva engages her clients and her audiences with her powerful energy, words of wisdom, and scientific knowledge to activate the five pillars of resilience–physical, mental, spiritual, relationship, and team– to achieve optimal resilience, success, health, and happiness.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Dr. Selhub writes for a variety of online platforms aside from her own including Medium, The Huffington Post, MindBodyGreen, Steven Aitchison, Success Stories, Rebelle Society, Good Men Project, and Human Spaces.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> As her clients know, Dr. Eva practices what she preaches. She is known for her big heart and open mind. With her engaging personality—whether in the form of an individual consultation, corporate seminar, spiritual healing retreat, or keynote lecture—she encourages her audience to believe in the possibility of transformation, of connecting with their creative genius and discovering optimal resilience.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.drselhub.com">https://www.drselhub.com</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Mathew CoxI Learned How to Run a Nonprofit in 2 Weeks with Aaron Manfredihttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2016Thu, 18 Jun 2020 06:00:10 -050041:15nofull112<br /> On this week&#8217;s episode, Matthew and Aaron talk about the Nonprofit world in Las Vegas, Nevada. Aaron also discusses his upcoming show that will give a space for Nonprofits to discuss the good they are doing and more. Aaron is passionate about the Nonprofit world and seeks to help others get their start.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About My Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Aaron has enjoyed a successful private-sector career which has included property management, gaming, real estate, and airline management. He’s also been fortunate to have made an impact on local education. He has worked as an educator at CCSD, Faith Lutheran Junior High, and Faith Lutheran High School. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> In addition, he has been dedicated to public service where he has served as a Clark County Juvenile Probation Officer, Non- Profit Founder/Executive Director and Desert Storm Veteran. Aaron has successfully placed 173 adults with high functioning disabilities, disabled Vets and Ex-Felons into our local economy. He&#8217;s currently the Treasurer of the UNLV Alumni Veterans Group and sits on several Non-Profit Advisory Boards.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="https://aaronmanfredi.org">https://aaronmanfredi.org</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/aaronsmanfredi/">https://www.facebook.com/aaronsmanfredi/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About Me:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening,Mathew CoxPurpose Driven Recovery with Jared Millerhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2009Thu, 11 Jun 2020 06:00:00 -050049:22nofull111<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About My Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Hello my name is Jared Miller, I was raised in Davis county Utah by two amazing parents. I got a great start in life spending two years as a student athlete at Snow College, followed by graduating from Weber State University at the age of 22. By the age of 24 I was a teacher &amp; head football coach at the high school level in Arizona. I was truly living my dream until my life took a turn.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Within the time span of only a couple years, I experienced the death of my father, the death of my brother &amp; my wife asked me for a divorce. During this personal trauma, I found myself abusing prescribed pain medications as a way to cope. This ultimately led to a full-blown addiction which I struggled with for years. I found myself homeless, ashamed, embarrassed &amp; alone.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through the grace of God, I was able to seek out help &amp; not only get sober but stay clean. However, it wasn’t until I stopped blaming my ex-wife, my family &amp; my circumstances for my addiction that I began to truly make strides in putting my life back together. After multiple years of sobriety, I realized I have a choice to either continue to be ashamed of my past or to decide to own my story, share my story &amp; hope it will impact others.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Just like nutrition effects our physical health, what we choose to accept, believe, read &amp; listen to effects our mental health. Just like exercise effects our physical health, it is important to exercise our mental health. Through goal setting, positive affirmation, personal accountability, daily reflection &amp; seeking out inspiring forms of media we can become mentally stronger. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> This is what I focus on with any of the topics I am asked to speak about. I wholeheartedly believe my calling in life is to share the tragedies &amp; triumphs I have experienced in hope that it will alter lives.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About Me:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.Mathew CoxIs he ready or is he a player? Dating Self-Defense with Selene Coxhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=2002Thu, 04 Jun 2020 06:00:00 -050037:57nofull110<br /> In this week’s episode, Matthew interviews his wife Selene as they share their story on dating.&nbsp; Together they discuss the process of loving someone, the pit falls that come from the early part of the relationship and knowing your partner’s personality type.&nbsp; As a Life Coach, Matthew shares his insight about helping others understand communication.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About Me:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave us an iTunes reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.<br />Matthew Leland Cox"Balancing Act" from office to the home with Fadwa Terrahttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=1995Thu, 28 May 2020 06:00:00 -050037:16nofull19<br /> Fadwa Terra joins Matthew on this week’s episode.  Fadwa shares how she believes that in order for her to do something she has to be able to commit to it 100%.  This has led her to make some difficult choices when it comes between career and prioritizing motherhood however this commitment also led her to extraordinary opportunities later that allowed her to follow her passion in health.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About My Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Fadwa was born in the land of the Emeralds, Colombia, South America.&nbsp; She comes from a middle eastern heritage with a Lebanese paternal grandfather where her&nbsp;meaningful name comes from. She lived in Colombia until she was 12 years old.&nbsp; Her family lived in Panama, Central America until she was 18 years old when she moved to Utah to obtain her Bachelor in Science in Business Accounting from the University of Phoenix and has lived in Utah ever since.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Fadwa and her husband, Mark, are successful&nbsp;business owners in different enterprises.&nbsp; House of Drapery and Blinds has served the community and around the&nbsp;world for the past 52 years with window&nbsp;coverings.&nbsp; Lawrence Management company is a rental business for the past 20 years.&nbsp; Inspirational Songs, music for a cause was also their business for 10 years before gifting it to their daughter.&nbsp; Chattahoochee is a competitive and breading&nbsp;horse business for the past 11 years. Finally, Fadwaterra is their business to empower people to take care of their health through natural doTerra oils for the past 3 years.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> She and her family have a foundation, Daddy Come Home Foundation, that has been honoring the families of fallen soldiers since 2010 with speakers such as Attorney General Mark Shurtleff, Governor&nbsp;Candidate Spencer Cox, Mayor Dawn Ramsey, and the late Senator Chris Butters.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> She loves to travel and has been in more than dozens of countries on six continents.&nbsp; She is passionate about her family&#8217;s well being spiritually, financially, and health-wise through natural health solutions. Her family is her priority, her husband is her eternal best friend and her children are the jewels in her motherhood crown.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="http://my.doterra.com/fadwa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">my.doterra.com/fadwa</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About Me:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer...Mathew CoxCreating Healthy Habits with Kevin Burciagahttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=1978Thu, 21 May 2020 06:00:00 -050039:43nofull18<br /> Matthew is joined by Kevin Burciaga, creator of the Empowered Eating System.  Kevin overcame multiple eating disorders that challenged him to help others facing the same struggles.  Together, they discuss his struggle, his journey to becoming a coach for others, and what people have to face when changing their habits.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About My Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Kevin Burciaga dealt with multiple eating disorders in his 20’s before he developed his own method to overcome them. Now he teaches his method, the Empowered Eating System, to students, young professionals, athletes, and men to help them eat right, anytime, anywhere. Kevin is a physical therapist and a YouTuber.&nbsp; He is also a son and a brother. In his free time, he likes to workout, read, learn, make videos, and travel.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.kevinburciaga.com/empoweredeating">www.kevinburciaga.com/empoweredeating</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/kevinburciaga/videos">www.youtube.com/kevinburciaga/videos</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About Me:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes,Mathew CoxLiving Your Passin with Dameien Isomhttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=1863Thu, 14 May 2020 06:00:00 -050044:35nofull17<br /> Dameien Isom joins Matthew on this week’s episode.&nbsp;&nbsp; Dameien is Matthew’s long time best friend and an accomplished car artist when it comes to restoring hot rods.&nbsp; Join in their conversation as they reminisce about how Dameien developed his passion for remodeling vehicles while working with his father, how he maintained this passion even during an economic crisis, and the emotional impact and support that comes with being an artist.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Leave us an iTunes reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.<br />Mathew CoxEp 06: Shining a Light on Mental Illnesshttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=1847Thu, 07 May 2020 06:00:00 -050047:50nofull<br /> On this week’s episode of Purpose Driven Person, Mathew is joined by psychiatrist, author, and filmmaker, Dr. Stephen Seager.&nbsp; Join them as they discuss Dr. Seager’s journey to becoming a psychiatrist and working in a state hospital for the criminally insane.&nbsp; Listen as he shares about his forays into writing and movie making, all to shine a light on mental illness. Mathew and Dr. Seager also discuss the effects of the current pandemic.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Guest:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Dr Stephen Seager is a psychiatrist, author and filmmaker. His last book, “Behind the Gates of Gomorrah: a Year With the Criminally Insane,” released in 2015, was an international bestseller. His films include: “Shattered Families: the Collapse of America’s Mental Health System,” which garnered a “Best Documentary Award” at 5 International Film Festivals and received the 2016 “Filmmaking for Humanity Award.” His new film, “ROADMAP: Making a Mental Health System That Actually Works” won numerous awards. In it Dr Seager proposes a bold new plan for solving the problems of homelessness and incarceration of the mentally ill.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> For the past 6 years Dr Seager has a regular CNN Mental Health Contributor. He is a frequent guest on CNN tonight with Don Lemon when a mental health topic arises.&nbsp; Dr Seager is considered an expert on the homeless mentally ill and incarcerated mentally ill and has proposed bold solutions for both.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> A former Emergency Room physician, Dr Seager has been a psychiatrist for 25 years, specializing in the treatment of the seriously mentally ill. He currently works for Solano County Mental Health System in Vacaville California.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Dr Seager is a retired Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA School of Medicine and has published numerous original scientific papers.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Dr Seager grew up in the Bay Area. He and his wife Jessica are the parents of two young children.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.Mathew CoxShowing Your True Colorshttp://purposedrivenpersonshow.com/?p=1826Thu, 30 Apr 2020 07:00:00 -050053:17nofull15<br /> Don Lowry, Founder of True Colors™, it today&#8217;s special guest.   In this week’s episode, Mathew and Don explore temperament theory, how Don introduced the different types of personalities to the stage and how True Colors™ can help people at home during this time of the pandemic.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Guest: <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Don Lowry is the founder of True Colors and the author of Keys to Personal Success.Through the True Colors personality identification process and his book, Don has helped millions of people improve their personal and professional relationships. With this sound, non-threatening approach to better communication, individuals first begin to see themselves and others in a new light, then learn to improve those relationships, leading to greater success in school, in the world of work, within their families, and in life. Don earned his Education degree from the University of Washington.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> He founded True Colors in 1978 and served as CEO until 2004 when True Colors, Inc. merged with LBC Global. Don continues as a consultant to True Colors.<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-lowry-26728560/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-lowry-26728560/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> About the Host:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinking there was something wrong with his brain. For him, schoolwork was a daunting, frustrating, and often embarrassing challenge. He was the kid who never seemed to catch up with his classmates, no matter how hard he tried. “Growing up with a disability was like having an elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about,” Matthew explained. Being diagnosed with a learning disability during high school helped he finally put a name to the problem, and to begin his journey to personal and academic success. “I’ve learned to befriend my elephant, I’ve named him George,” Matthew said. “George is not going away but I can choose how I feel about him.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Through his own experience, Matthew knows what it means to be a teenager in trouble as well as what it takes to run a business. Matthew brings inspiration, humor, and practical strategies during his speaking engagements, inspiring change to those he works with.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks to family members and caring adults in his life, Matthew was able to overcome the hardship of his disability and has dedicated his life to helping others find their purpose and help families succeed.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Matthew offers a variety of training workshops and speaking engagements to fit your needs including:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Effective Communication* Business personality profile (True Colors) based on the Myer Briggs.* Team Building.* Couples Retreats* Improving the relationships in your life* Rediscovering Superman- Matthew Cox’s personal story of growing up with a learning disability.* The art of conflict resolution, forgiveness, and letting go.* Parenting* Customized workshops* Keynote speeches<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Links: <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a href="https://matthewlelandcox.com/">https://matthewlelandcox.com/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.facebook.com/matthewlelandcox/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo2HtLSravDuM59jMO5JXyw</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/">https://www.instagram.com/matthewlelandcox/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Thanks for listening!Mathew Cox