Growth Now Movement with Justin Schenck

In this episode of The Growth Now Movement, I sit down with Rob Lawless, a guy who made a bold decision to walk away from a successful corporate career to pursue something most people wouldn't even consider. His goal? Meet 10,000 people, one-on-one, simply for the sake of human connection. Not for business. Not for networking. Not for followers. Just to connect. Rob shares what inspired this mission, which really comes down to something we all lose as we get older: curiosity, wonder, and the willingness to step into someone else's world without judgment. We talk about how, as adults, we often become more guarded, more distracted, and more disconnected. Rob's work is a direct challenge to that. It's about slowing down, being present, and having real conversations that go beyond surface-level small talk. This conversation dives deep into what actually builds meaningful relationships: curiosity, gratitude, consistency, and respect. Rob explains how those four things have allowed him to connect with people from completely different backgrounds, cultures, and belief systems, including faith. We also talk about the reality of social media and how it's distorting connection. While it gives us access to more people than ever before, it often removes depth and replaces it with quick hits of validation. Rob shares why intentional, one-on-one conversations matter more now than ever. He opens up about how COVID forced him to pivot his project from entirely in-person interactions to virtual conversations, which unexpectedly expanded his reach to over 90 countries. What started as a local mission turned into a global movement. We also get into some of the real challenges that come with this work, including awkward conversations, setting boundaries, and staying present with each person while maintaining the energy to keep going. Rob shares the story of how he ended up on The Kelly Clarkson Show and what that experience meant for his mission. We also talk about what happens when he reaches 10,000 people, and what's next. From keynote speaking to writing a book to potentially teaching human connection in universities, Rob is just getting started. This episode is a reminder that at the core of everything we're chasing is connection. And maybe the simplest thing we can do to change our lives is to sit down and truly listen to another human being. In This Episode You Will Learn • Why Rob left corporate life to pursue human connection • How curiosity can transform your relationships • Why adults lose their sense of wonder and how to get it back • The four pillars of meaningful connection: curiosity, gratitude, consistency, and respect • How social media is weakening real human interaction • Why intentional conversations matter more than ever • How COVID expanded Rob's mission globally • How to handle awkward conversations and build deeper relationships • The importance of empathy and perspective • What true connection looks like in today's world

In this episode of The Growth Now Movement, I sit down with peak performance coach Kristin Ericksen to talk about something most people struggle with but rarely address: why we don't finish what we start. Kristin has coached over 3,000 people and she's on a mission to help individuals actually follow through on their goals, not just set them. Because the truth is, most people don't have a goal-setting problem. They have a finishing problem. We break down why traditional SMART goals often fall short and what's really missing for most people, which comes down to two key things: purpose and urgency. Without those, even the best plan falls apart. Kristin opens up about her own turning point during COVID, what she calls her "brick wall moment." It forced her to slow down, surrender control, and get radically focused on what actually mattered. That season completely shifted her trajectory, taking her from the fitness industry into financial services and a more leveraged way of living where she wasn't trading time for money. We dive into her framework around money and wealth building, including the three types of money everyone should understand: fast money, medium money, and slow money. She breaks down how to think about earning, building, and leaving a legacy, along with the foundational financial steps most people skip. We also talk about the importance of protecting your assets before trying to grow them, eliminating high-interest debt, building an emergency fund, and understanding how compound interest works through the rule of 72. Kristin shares why estate planning is not just for the wealthy, but something everyone should think about early. This conversation also goes into the future of work and how AI is rapidly changing the landscape. Kristin shares why learning to use AI is no longer optional, but also why human connection, presence, and intentional disconnection are more important than ever. We talk about her practice of intentionally disconnecting every month to reset and reconnect with what matters most. When it comes to success, Kristin defines it simply: doing what you want, when you want, with the people you want. And she shares the daily habits that help her stay aligned with that vision, including faith, movement, and identifying the three most important things she must accomplish each day. This episode is a powerful reminder that success is not about doing more. It's about doing what matters and actually finishing it. In This Episode You Will Learn • Why most people fail to finish what they start • What's missing from traditional goal-setting frameworks • The importance of purpose and urgency in achieving goals • How Kristin's "brick wall" moment changed her life and career • The difference between hustle and leverage • The three types of money and how to use them • Why protecting your finances comes before growing them • How compound interest works using the rule of 72 • Why estate planning matters for everyone • How AI is changing the future of work • Why human connection and intentional disconnection are critical • Daily habits that create alignment and success

In this episode of The Growth Now Movement, I sit down with transformational coach Andrew L. Anderson to talk about something that holds so many high achievers back: unconscious self-sabotage. Andrew works with successful entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals who look like they have everything together on the outside but still feel stuck, unfulfilled, or like they keep hitting the same invisible ceiling. His mission is simple but powerful. He wants to be the last coach someone ever needs. Andrew explains how he helps people uncover the unconscious emotional root causes behind patterns like procrastination, fear of success, relationship struggles, and financial blocks. Through a powerful process called Mental and Emotional Release, a method developed by Dr. Matt James, Andrew guides clients through deep breakthrough sessions designed to identify and release emotional programming stored in the subconscious mind. These sessions are intense, often lasting five to six hours, but they are designed to create massive shifts in a single day. Over the last seven and a half years, Andrew has facilitated more than 330 of these breakthrough sessions helping people finally move past the patterns that have kept them stuck for years. But Andrew's journey into this work wasn't a straight line. We talk about how his career began in education before navigating divorce, moving into real estate with Keller Williams, and eventually feeling called toward transformational coaching. Along the way, intuition, faith, and the support of key relationships helped him take the leap into the work he now feels deeply aligned with. Andrew also shares his philosophy on relationships and why he intentionally curates a "Top 10" list of the people he surrounds himself with. We talk about the importance of pruning relationships that drain your energy and building a circle that supports growth, accountability, and purpose. Beyond coaching, Andrew is a father of seven who prioritizes family dinners, gratitude journaling, prayer, and meditation as daily practices that keep him grounded. When asked how he defines success, Andrew shares a perspective inspired by Viktor Frankl: success is the worthy pursuit of a fulfilling goal. It's not about chasing achievement for the sake of validation, but about living intentionally and choosing your attitude no matter the circumstances. This conversation is about identity, purpose, and the inner work required to truly live a fulfilling life. If you have ever felt like something beneath the surface is holding you back, this episode will open your eyes to what might really be going on. In This Episode You Will Learn • Why successful people still struggle with self-sabotage • How unconscious emotional programming affects your decisions • What Mental and Emotional Release is and how it works • Why breakthrough sessions can create massive change quickly • The power of curating your inner circle intentionally • Why pruning relationships is sometimes necessary for growth • Daily habits that create emotional and mental alignment • How Andrew transitioned from real estate to transformational coaching • Why choosing your attitude is the ultimate form of freedom

In this episode of The Growth Now Movement, I sit down with coach, CEO, author, keynote speaker, and podcast host Danielle Amos to talk about breaking free from hustle culture and redefining success through joy, flow, mindset, and self-image transformation. Danielle shares how she once believed that hard work, long hours, and constant pressure were the only path to financial success and fulfillment. Like so many entrepreneurs, she was chasing achievement while sacrificing peace, presence, and family connection. It wasn't until burnout and strain at home forced her to reevaluate everything that she realized something had to change. After mentorship from Bob Proctor and deep study of universal laws, subconscious reprogramming, and self-image psychology, Danielle shifted her entire approach to business and life. Instead of pushing harder, she focused on becoming internally aligned. The result? She tripled her income in six months after being $100,000 in debt. We talk about what it really means to balance masculine structure with feminine intuition, how to build white space into your calendar for creativity and clarity, and why your internal world determines your external results. Danielle breaks down practical tools like autosuggestion, subconscious belief rewiring, journaling, breathwork, meditation, and intentional calendar boundaries. She shares how she schedules non-negotiable time with her daughter and why protecting that space actually increased her income instead of hurting it. We also dive into her upcoming Momentum: Self-Image Edition event near Toronto on April 15, a three-floor immersive experience designed to activate growth, masterminding, leadership, and wealth consciousness. This episode is about more than business strategy. It is about identity. It is about shifting from hustle and burnout to alignment and abundance. It is about understanding that success is not about grinding harder but about becoming the version of you who naturally attracts what you desire. If you are an entrepreneur, leader, or high achiever who feels exhausted from pushing, this conversation will change how you think about success. In This Episode, You Will Learn: • Why hustle culture often leads to burnout instead of fulfillment • How balancing masculine structure with feminine intuition creates flow • The role self-image plays in income and success • How subconscious belief systems control your financial results • Why building white space into your calendar increases creativity and clarity • Practical tools like autosuggestion, journaling, and meditation for rewiring self-talk • How Danielle went from $100,000 in debt to tripling her income in six months • Why scheduling non-negotiables with family can actually grow your business • What success truly means beyond money

In this episode, I sit down with Colin Browen, the creator behind The Paranormal Files, one of the largest paranormal YouTube channels in the world, reaching millions of viewers through his investigations into haunted locations, supernatural encounters, and unexplained phenomena. But this conversation goes far beyond ghost hunting. Colin opens up about his personal experiences with the paranormal, how those moments shaped his life and career, and why his work has recently expanded into true crime, human trafficking investigations, and uncovering stories that many people are afraid to talk about. Colin's journey started long before YouTube. As a kid growing up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, his family moved into a newly built home that quickly became the center of unexplainable activity. He shares chilling stories of hearing voices that were not there, footsteps around his bed in the middle of the night, and experiences that forced him to question everything he believed about reality. Those early encounters sparked a lifelong curiosity about death, consciousness, and what may exist beyond what we can see. We talk about how a high school ghost hunt became the first episode of what would eventually grow into The Paranormal Files, and how his passion for filmmaking and storytelling helped him turn that curiosity into a platform that now reaches millions of people around the world. Colin shares what he has learned after more than a decade of paranormal investigations, including why activity is often unpredictable, how skepticism plays an important role in his work, and how his beliefs have evolved over time. This conversation also takes a deeper turn as Colin explains his transition into true crime investigations through his podcast Murder in America and his series The Conspiracy Files. He talks about the emotional weight of researching abuse cases, working with survivors, and his mission to use storytelling to bring awareness to difficult and often uncomfortable truths. One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is Colin's openness about his personal struggles, including his battle with addiction and his journey into sobriety. He shares how getting sober became the turning point that allowed him to rebuild his life, repair relationships, and step fully into his purpose. This episode is about more than the paranormal. It is about curiosity, purpose, healing, and the courage to explore the unknown both in the world and within yourself. If you have ever questioned reality, wondered what happens after we die, or felt called to pursue something bigger than yourself, this conversation will challenge the way you think. In This Episode, You Will Learn: • How Colin Browen built The Paranormal Files into one of the most successful paranormal YouTube channels in the world • The childhood paranormal experiences that shaped his life and career • What he has learned after more than a decade of ghost hunting and supernatural investigations • Why paranormal activity is often unpredictable and difficult to document • How his passion for filmmaking helped him turn curiosity into a global platform • Why he expanded his work into true crime and investigative storytelling • The emotional impact of working with survivors and telling difficult stories • How addiction affected his life and the moment he decided to get sober • The mindset shift that helped him rebuild his life and rediscover his purpose • Why following your curiosity can lead you to the work you were meant to do