LFG Energy Podcast

Somewhere along the way, the standard dropped in business, in leadership, and in how we show up every single day.In this episode of the LFG Energy Podcast, we break down what’s really happening behind the scenes… why respect is disappearing, why average has become acceptable, and how that’s quietly costing people their opportunities.More importantly, we get into how you fix it.From the difference between starters, bench players, and those off the team… to the patterns of greatness, consistency, and obsession required to actually win, this episode is about raising your level and holding the line when others won’t.

They see the bottles on shelves. The big fundraising headlines. The celebrity investor name drops. The “overnight success.”What they don’t see is the part where the company almost hits zero.Where the supply chain breaks. The product gets shut down. The term sheet gets ripped up. And the founder has to get dragged out of bed because the stress is so heavy.In this episode, Yanni breaks down the real story behind building a modern consumer brand the hard way, from a hyper-competitive college basketball coaching background to a “light bulb moment” in 2017, to selling 142 million bottles, raising $100M+, and fighting through the kind of setbacks that end most companies.

In today’s solo episode of the LFG Energy Podcast, Chris Colgan dives deep into the difference between being impressive and being indispensable, and how indispensable people are the ones who truly add value to any dynamic they’re in. Whether it’s in your career, personal relationships, or community, Chris gives you a five-part framework to help you stay the irreplaceable person everyone wants around.This episode will help you transform your mindset, stay calm under pressure, anticipate problems, document everything, and build long-lasting, impactful relationships. Tune in and learn how to become indispensable, and watch your life and career take off.

In this episode, I sit down with Kassidy Warren to unpack burnout, uncertainty, and the traps that keep entrepreneurs stuck. Kassidy shares his personal journey through corporate burnout, early real estate investing, and the mindset shifts that forced him to stop doing everything himself.We talk about why grinding without purpose leads to exhaustion, how lack of clarity creates paralysis, and why committing fully to one path changes how opportunities show up. Throughout the conversation, Kassidy breaks down how leadership, delegation, and asking for help reshaped both his business and his life.Timestamps:(00:00) — Intro(04:05) — Entrepreneurs doing everything(06:15) — Embracing uncertainty mindset(09:20) — Shiny object syndrome(11:30) — Going all in(16:10) — Content as leverage(19:05) — Real estate first win(22:45) — Escaping the corporate trap(38:45) — Defining LFG energyWelcome to the LFG Energy podcast! Your host, Arjun Dhingra, is a two-time Taekwondo world champion and the former Team USA co-head coach. He is a 23-year mortgage veteran of the industry who loves influencing change in people.This podcast is about the stories and lessons of those who have had their backs against the wall and have ultimately overcome. Former Olympians, coaches, entrepreneurs, and incredible human beings will share their experiences of resilience and beating the odds in spite of adversity so that you too can learn to start doing the same in your life.Connect with Arjun:▶️ LinkedIn | Instagram | WebsiteFollow the show:▶️Spotify | Apple | YouTube

I sit down with my friend Damon Lembi to trace his journey from being drafted by the Braves to choosing Pepperdine, and how a coach’s hard truth reshaped his mindset. I share why remembering our wins matters and why performance is always about the present moment, not your bio.We talk about his identity pivot into Learn It at an entry level and the transferable skills that actually move careers forward. From there, we dig into receiving feedback as data—modeling the openness that builds a feedback-safe culture.Timestamps:(00:00) - Intro(00:38) - Braves draft decision(01:32) - Coach’s moonshot vision(02:41) - Tough feedback meeting(08:36) - Remembering your wins(09:20) - Perform in the moment(16:04) - Receiving feedback as data(16:45) - Build feedback-safe culture(18:33) - Openness, facts, and growth(26:01) - Reps → competence → confidence(29:22) - Own your personal brand(34:08) - Define your LFG EnergyLearn more about the Guest, Damon Lembi:Website: https://www.thelearnitallleader.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damonlembiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/damonlembi/?hl=enWelcome to the LFG Energy podcast! Your host, Arjun Dhingra, is a two-time Taekwondo world champion and the former Team USA co-head coach. He is a 23-year mortgage veteran of the industry who loves influencing change in people.This podcast is about the stories and lessons of those who have had their backs against the wall and have ultimately overcome. Former Olympians, coaches, entrepreneurs, and incredible human beings will share their experiences of resilience and beating the odds in spite of adversity so that you too can learn to start doing the same in your life.Connect with Arjun:▶️ LinkedIn | Instagram | WebsiteFollow the show:▶️Spotify | Apple | YouTube