Lifejacked is when an unplanned or sudden event occurs in your life and derails you from your intended goal, purpose, or path. This is an inspirational podcast that interviews guests who have overcome adversity or exhibited extreme resilience after setbacks and/or obstacles. Listen to these stories of triumph and victory from people who did not give up. Visit http://www.lifejackedpodcast.c... (http://www.lifejackedpodcast.com) for more resources and to sign up for resilience coaching with Dr. Jacobs.
Building Resilience Through Reflection and Authentic Purpose w/ Mitchell Levy
When Mitchell Levy's six-figure e-commerce consulting business collapsed overnight during the dot-com crash around 2000, he did something unexpected. Instead of panicking, he paused to reflect and discovered that his smaller CEO Networking business, running quietly in the background, held the answers he needed all along.
In this conversation with Dr. Ro, global credibility expert Mitchell Levy explores how real clarity emerges not from rushing to fix problems, but from examining setbacks to understand their deeper meaning. He shares how external market forces—COVID-19 and Amazon's commodification of publishing—forced his pivot from book publishing to coaching since 2005. Mitchell introduces his concept of CPOP (Customer Point of Possibilities), explaining how articulating your core vibrational frequency in under ten words creates a compass for navigating business challenges.
How do you create psychological safety for candid feedback? Mitchell emphasizes establishing trust first, then inviting honest dialogue by reframing criticism as valuable input rather than personal attack (he calls this "feed forward" instead of feedback). He reveals that presenting inconsistencies between someone's personal presentation and their online presence, done respectfully, has never resulted in defensiveness.
Mitchell stresses that life is fundamentally better lived together—cultivating strong support systems of mentors, peers, and family alliances is essential for resilience. Discover Mitchell's insights on active listening, stakeholder-centered coaching, and starting each day focused on what brings happiness and purpose.
23 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT
From Endometriosis to Wellness Innovation w/ Kelly O'Brien
Host Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary interviews Kelly O'Brien, founder of Elysium Wellness, about transforming personal health challenges into innovative wellness solutions and redefining resilience.
6 Oct 2025TRANSCRIPT
After the Fire: Building Resilience using the TRUE Method w/Joe Elphick
When Joe Elphick's pharmaceutical plant erupted in flames in August 2005, he faced every business owner's nightmare - but what happened next transformed his approach to resilience forever. In this compelling episode, Elphick shares how calm leadership under pressure and smart business planning turned a devastating fire into an opportunity for growth and deeper purpose.
Elphick reveals the critical role of business interruption insurance and industry relationships in his company's survival, explaining how these lifelines helped him rebuild in just ten months and eventually grow from 80 to 300 employees. But the real transformation came through developing his TRUE method - a framework that reframes traditional commandments into positive commitments for modern living.
From distinguishing gratitude from appreciation to building what he calls your "classy muscle" through generous service, Elphick demonstrates how resilience isn't just about surviving crisis - it's about finding lasting fulfillment. He shares practical wisdom on surrounding yourself with the right people, planning for catastrophic risks, and turning retirement into a purpose-driven chapter of service and mentorship.
Ready to build your resilience muscle before life's next fire? Listen to this episode for actionable strategies on crisis leadership, business continuity planning, and transforming challenges into deeper purpose.
Who has been a guest on Lifejacked: The Resilience Podcast
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Kelly O'Brien
John Graham Harper
Willie Handler
Mario Wissa
Deborah Rudell
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YouTube views
240,542
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
12 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 76 / 100
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90
Social presence
0
YouTube
86
Engagement
71
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