In this conversation, Luis and Nick talk all about music, and why it inspires creativity and entrepreneurship.

Nick describes how he would stumble upon incredibly talented people playing music all over the streets, so he started to capture the essence and feeling of the moment, knowing it would make for great content within the Exploring Greatness series.

In this podcast conversation, Nick and Luis touch on all the aspects encountering Music within the Tour, including why he chose to include these clips, as well as the intersection of talent, entertainment, and entrepreneurship. If you watch the video episode and then listen to this podcast episode to the very last segment, you will grasp the scale of Nick's view on the hidden gems of talent all around the world.

Exploring Greatness Season 1, Episode 18


Watch: Episode 18 here - https://youtu.be/yDtkkk1Ri0s

In this conversation, Luis and Nick discuss the importance of mental health and wellness throughout the entrepreneurial journey.

Nick opens up the conversation by describing the opening scene of the Exploring Greatness video episode, finds him sitting on a rock overlooking a sunrise and ocean water. How did he get there? Why was he sitting there? And what was he thinking? Nick describes being at the tail end of the tour (having gone through quite a bit himself over the 4+ months on the road) and thinking about how important monitoring your state of mental wellness, and taking measures to improve it where you can.

Luis and Nick review the episode, discuss why Nick felt it was important to place this topic within the tour and Season 1 of Exploring Greatness, then cover a number of easy ways Founders can work to maintain and improve their mental wellness.

Exploring Greatness Season 1, Episode 17


Watch: Episode 17 here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iikpfC5GokI

In this conversation, Luis and Nick dive into one of their favorite topics of Founders Live - the five Core Values.

Hear Nick go back to a fateful conversation with a Coach at the beginning and the transition from Feature Friday to Founders Live, where he asked him probably the most important and impactful question Nick has ever been asked.

What was it? You have to listen to the episode and watch the video to find out. But you hear Nick describe the answer(s) to the question ultimately lead to the Core Values which have touched many people in 50+ countries across the world.

Lastly, Nick and Luis announce a major new development around the Core Values, one which will have even more connection and impact to entrepreneurs over the coming years.

Exploring Greatness Season 1, Episode 16


Watch: Episode 16 here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qbZ8ouB-sg

In this conversation, Luis and Nick jump into all things Scotland! This episode accompanies Episode 15 of the Exploring Greatness show titled The Sweet Sights and Sounds of Scotland. Nick shares his experiences in both Edinburgh and Glasgow, the incredible sights, sounds and fun aspects of each city. Listen as Nick details the immence architecture and how it can inspire creativity and uniqueness in entrepreneurs. He tells a few fun stories from each city, and also relays how Founders Live events got started during the weeks he visited. Watching the epsidode and then listening to this conversation surely will awaken the travel bugs!


Exploring Greatness Season 1, Episode 15


Watch: Episode 15 here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5JIVaL0dI4

In this conversation, Luis and Nick dive into everything about the Founders Live City Leaders, and discuss how important they are in the growth and success of the overall global movement. First, Nick talks about how Founders Live got started, and identifies the moment where it was clear the need for people in various cities leading the city events and growing the community. How would you do it? How would you build out such a system that empowers people to step up and change their communities? And you'll hear why they are called LEADERS versus managers or other titles.

Nick and Luis then discuss the various aspects of what is involved in the position, what and who Founders Live looks for when they interview and onboard new city leaders. If you are interested in an opportunity with Founders Live, this is a perfect episode for you!

Exploring Greatness Season 1, Episode 14


Watch: Episode 14 here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlM7_NQ00do

In this conversation, Luis and Nick jump into a fun conversation of all things Copenhagen, Denmark, and the story behind how Nick found Wonderland in the magical area of Christiania in Copenhagen. He details how simply walking around the special area, taking in the uniqueness and free-thinking culture is such an inspiration for creativity. Luis asks many questions around why Nick chose to visit the area, and what EXACTLY is it about travel that challenges people so much. They also chat about the rest of Nick's visit in Copenhagen and the takeaways from the Founders Live Copenhagen event.


Exploring Greatness Season 1, Episode 13


Watch: Episode 13 here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DF00gqZrlWg

In this conversation, Luis and Nick get into an engaging conversation around the importance of being "one-of-one" and where Nick first observed this in the world. Music? Entertainment? How is it that simply observing the great one's from our past in the music industry could influence and impact entrepreneurs around the world to think and be different? Listen carefully, Nick breaks it all down with Luis. They also talk about Nick's time in Dublin, his thoughts of the city and country of Ireland, and what he thinks about the weather. We hope you enjoy this inspiring podcast that goes along with Episode 12 of Exploring Greatness.


Exploring Greatness Season 1, Episode 12


Watch: Episode 12 here - https://youtu.be/iu_7pznqIUE

In this conversation, Luis and Nick jump into a fun discussion on the backstory of how and why Nick determined 99 Seconds was the exact time limit for his new pitch competition emerging out of Seattle. This seemly small detail and decision in 2014 has reverberated all over the world, and forced tens of thousands to ask themselves "What do I put in this short time period? and what do I leave out?" You will learn how Nick came up with the number 99? Listen in, you will be surprised at his answer! Nick and Luis also dive deep on the numerous benefits to founders who step up and give their 99-Second pitch during Founders Live events. Listen to the end, there are a ton of golden nuggets in here!

Exploring Greatness Season 1, Episode 11


Watch: Episode 11 here - https://youtu.be/3M4DQxE8xmk