Built On Purpose

  Episode Overview In this episode, Max sits down with Scott Jagodzinski, founder of Argent Alpha, a community dedicated to helping men over 50 optimize their health, mindset, and overall performance. Scott shares his journey into health and fitness, why he created Argent Alpha, and how men can take control of their future by implementing strong habits, fitness routines, and community-driven accountability. Scott also dives into the importance of resistance training, hydration, longevity-focused fitness, and mindset shifts that allow men to stay strong, agile, and high-performing as they age. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ What is Argent Alpha? – The mission behind the community and how it helps men over 50. ✅ The Inspiration – How Scott’s personal health journey led him to create Argent Alpha. ✅ The Science of Aging & Performance – Why maintaining skeletal muscle mass is key to longevity. ✅ Accountability & Community – How having structure and like-minded peers can lead to real change. ✅ Fitne

Episode Summary: In this episode of Built on Purpose, Max Hansen sits down with Dr. Laura Gallaher to explore the psychology of leadership, self-acceptance, and organizational culture. Dr. Gallaher shares insights from her early career at NASA, where she was hired to help transform the agency’s culture after the Columbia Space Shuttle tragedy. Together, they discuss the importance of psychological safety, self-awareness, and accountability in leadership, and how leaders can foster environments that drive both high performance and employee well-being. Key Topics Discussed: 1. Introduction to Dr. Laura Gallaher Founder and CEO of Gallaher Edge (est. 2013) PhD in Organizational Psychology Early career at NASA working on cultural transformation post-Columbia accident 2. NASA, Psychological Safety, and Leadership Lessons The role of organizational culture in the Columbia disaster Why psychological safety is critical for open communication How NASA’s culture unintentionally bred fear despite being rated one of t

In this episode of Built on Purpose, Max Hansen sits down with Greg Glassman, the founder of CrossFit, to discuss his revolutionary impact on fitness, business, and beyond. Key Highlights: ✅ The Origins of CrossFit Glassman’s journey started as a young gymnast seeking functional strength and endurance beyond traditional training. His early work with police and firefighters exposed gaps in conventional fitness, leading him to develop CrossFit’s high-intensity, functional movement approach. CrossFit’s rapid expansion, from a small garage gym to a global fitness movement with thousands of affiliates. ✅ Community & Competition in CrossFit The unexpected yet powerful camaraderie in CrossFit gyms helped fuel its growth. The structured, competitive nature of workouts creates an environment of support and motivation. CrossFit became a unifying force across military, first responders, and elite athletes worldwide. ✅ Challenging Traditional Fitness & Medicine Glassman discusses the resistance he faced from

On this episode of Built on Purpose, host Max Hansen sits down with renowned TV personality Jason Kennedy. From years of interviewing Hollywood’s biggest stars on E! News to hosting new sports shows like The Wager and Swing By, Jason shares his journey of reinvention. He opens up about the challenges of having his show canceled during COVID, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how fatherhood has become his greatest and most fulfilling role yet. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, storytelling, and finding purpose in every season of life.

In this episode of The Built on Purpose Podcast, host Max Hansen sits down with Noah Dipasquale, founder of Epic Golf, to explore how his company is transforming the golf industry. Described as the Napster of golf memberships, Epic Golf is redefining access to the game by offering a unique shared membership model that continues to grow at an impressive rate. Noah shares insights into the evolving golf landscape, the entrepreneurial journey of building and scaling a business, and the challenges of navigating growth, especially through the pandemic. He also dives into the company’s vetting process, geographic expansion, and the strategies behind maintaining a thriving membership base. With a business model resembling a SaaS subscription, Epic Golf is proving that innovation and adaptability are key to long-term success. Whether you're a golf enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone interested in disruptive business models, this episode offers valuable lessons and inspiration. Tune in now to hear how Noa

Discover how Jason Richardson is reshaping the golf industry with inclusivity, creative marketing, and bold branding through Bad Birdie. Hear about his Shark Tank experience, the connection between fitness and business performance, and why having the right second-in-command can transform your entrepreneurial journey. This episode is packed with inspiration for business leaders and innovators alike!

In this episode of the Built on Purpose Podcast, Max Hansen sits down with former NHL enforcer Kelly Chase. Known for his grit and determination on the ice, Kelly shares how those same qualities helped him face his toughest opponent yet—leukemia. Hear Kelly’s inspiring story of resilience, family, and finding purpose in life’s biggest battles. Don’t miss this powerful conversation about leadership, legacy, and the fight for what matters most.

On this episode, Max Hansen interviews Tom Kelly, the founder of Charity Auctions Today and the Co-Founder of CompCorePro. Tom Kelly is a dynamic entrepreneur and consultant known for his innovative approaches to reducing costs and enhancing efficiency for businesses and nonprofits. With a remarkable track record of launching three successful companies, Tom has made significant strides in both sectors. -- For Businesses: Tom is renowned for his expertise in managing workers' compensation. His unique process, which involves close oversight by doctors and adjusters, has helped companies lower their medical costs per claim by up to 50%. This approach not only reduces injury frequency and lost workdays but also significantly cuts down on workers' comp premiums, leading to substantial cost savings for his clients. For Nonprofits: Tom developed a comprehensive suite of fundraising and donor management tools designed to simplify operations and reduce costs for organizations of all sizes. His platform allows nonprofi

On this episode, Max Hansen interviews Dr. Patty Ann Tublin, the CEO and Founder of Relationship Toolbox LLC.   Dr. Patty Ann is a human behavior, motivation, and performance expert, specializing in the development of emotional intelligence and communication skills that promote optimal individual and group performance, impacting the bottom line.   On top of that, she has extensive academic credentials, including a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, two Master’s Degrees, and a coaching certification. She is also a registered nurse (RN). Her expertise allows her to seamlessly navigate between the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds, helping executives from diverse industries improve their leadership and interpersonal skills.   Dr. Patty Ann is a celebrated author of two Amazon best-selling books, “Not Tonight Dear, I’ve Got a Business to Run” and “Money Can Buy You Happiness: Secrets Women Need to Know to Get Paid What They Are Worth!” Her work emphasizes the importance of creating, nurturing, and sustaining he

On this episode, Max Hansen interviews Alastair Sanderson.   Alister Sanderson is the CEO of Operio Group, a transformative enterprise specializing in comprehensive solutions for the food, beverage, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical manufacturing industries. Since its inception in 2022, merging the expertise of LFA Machines and Vivion Inc, Operio Group has rapidly evolved from a small-scale operation with under 30 employees and $10 million in revenue, to a robust organization with over 300 employees and surpassing $100 million in revenue.   Under Alastair's leadership, the group has developed an approach that leverages the extensive ingredient knowledge of Vivion and the sophisticated machinery expertise of LFA, aiming to deliver high-quality solid dose products through strategic synergies between its companies.   On this episode of the Built on Purpose podcast, Alastair dives deep on:  

Welcome to Episode 94 of the Built on Purpose Podcast, brought to you by Y Scouts.     On this episode, Max Hansen interviews Sherry Rais.   Sherry Rais is a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to revolutionizing mental healthcare in the workplace. She is the Co-founder and CEO of Enthea, a mental health company dedicated to integrating psychedelic-assisted therapy in the workplace. Through Enthea, she's pioneering the incorporation of ketamine therapy as an employee health benefit, aiming to enhance mental wellness and tackle the stigma surrounding psychedelic therapies.   On this episode, Sheri dives deep on:  

Welcome to Episode 93 of the Built on Purpose Podcast, brought to you by Y Scouts.   On this episode, Max Hansen interviews Alex Kirby. Alex Kirby is the CEO of Total Family Management (TFM), a company dedicated to improving family dynamics by offering private family coaching services. Through TFM, he aims to enhance communication, emotional intelligence, and overall family life by providing structured workshops and a platform for families to work on their relationships​.   On this episode, Alex dives deep on:  

Kim Scott is the author of Just Work and Radical Candor and co-founder of a company that helps people put the ideas in her books into practice. Kim was a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrics, Twitter, and other tech companies. She was a member of the faculty at Apple University and before that led AdSense, YouTube, and DoubleClick teams at Google.   Press:  A Big Change for Candor, Inc. What We Learned About Radical Candor From Kim Scott Connect: Radical Candor on Instagram Kim Scott on LinkedIn   Y Scouts is a leadership search firm that finds purpose-aligned and performance-proven leaders to help organizations achieve their missions faster. Ready to supercharge your leadership search and get the right person in your organization? Contact Y Scouts. Kim was a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrics, Twitter, and other tech companies. She was a member of the faculty at Apple University and before that led AdSense, YouTube, and DoubleClick teams at Google.   Press:  A Big Change for Candor, Inc. What We Learned About Radic

Mark C. Crowley is the author of “Lead From The Heart: Transformational Leadership For The 21st Century,” and his mission is to fundamentally change how we lead people in workplaces around the globe.  Mark is a regular columnist for Fast Company Magazine and has been published in USA Today, Reuters, Forbes, the Stanford Social Innovation Review, the Huffington Post, Gallup, The Financial Times, CEO Magazine, Great Britain, and the Seattle Times.  His two LinkedIn Pulse articles on inspiring a 21st Century workforce and managing millennials have been read well over a million times.    Press:  Lead from the Heart Launches to the Public: An Evening with Author Mark C. Crowley An Interview With Mark C. Crowley, Author of Lead from the Heart Connect: Mark C. Crowley on LinkedIn Mark C. Crowley on Medium     Y Scouts is a leadership search firm that finds purpose-aligned and performance-proven leaders to help organizations achieve their missions faster. Ready to supercharge your leadership search and get the right