Champion Mindset Collective

From Aerospace to AI: Building PodMatch and Serving Podcasters with PurposeIn this episode of the Champion Mindset Collective Podcast, I sit down with Alex Sanfilippo, founder and CEO of PodMatch, to unpack a journey built on discipline, focus, and genuine service.Alex shares how he went from childhood business ventures, to a 15 year corporate career in aerospace, and then made the leap into entrepreneurship by building PodMatch. What started as listening closely to podcasters’ frustrations has grown into one of the most impactful platforms in the podcasting world, connecting hosts and guests globally and paying over one million dollars back to independent podcasters.We explore what it really takes to manage time intentionally, stay focused when building multiple things, and avoid spreading yourself too thin. Alex also opens up about the realities of podcasting today, including monetisation, consistency, and why community matters far more than vanity metrics.This conversation is grounded, practical, and full of insights for anyone building a podcast, a business, or navigating a big transition.Episode Timestamps00:00 – Welcome and episode overview02:05 – Alex’s early entrepreneurial journey05:40 – Lessons from a 15 year aerospace career10:20 – Knowing when it was time to leave corporate14:10 – How the idea for PodMatch was born19:50 – Listening to real problems before building solutions25:40 – Time management and productivity systems32:30 – Staying focused and saying no to distractions38:10 – Podcast monetisation beyond ads44:20 – Community, consistency, and purpose49:30 – Final reflections and advice for podcastersIn This Episode, We CoverAlex’s transition from aerospace to entrepreneurshipWhy PodMatch was built by listening, not guessingProductivity systems and intentional time managementStaying focused on core goals while avoiding overloadPodcast monetisation beyond traditional adsBuilding community and staying true to your purposeKey TakeawaysFocus and systems beat hustleSolve real problems by listening firstConsistency matters more than perfectionCommunity creates long term impactPurpose keeps growth sustainableAbout the AlexAlex Sanfilippo is the founder and CEO of PodMatch, an AI powered platform that matches podcast hosts and guests. He is also the host of the Podcasting Made Simple podcast and a Forbes Business Council contributor, helping podcasters grow with clarity, intention, and integrity.🌐 Connect with Alex Sanfilippo:➡️ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AlexJSanfilippo➡️ X - https://x.com/alexsanfilippo8⁠ ➡️ Pintrest - https://nz.pinterest.com/alexsanfilippopm/➡️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alexsanfilippo7/➡️ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexsanfilippo/➡️ Threads - https://www.threads.com/@alexsanfilippo7➡️ Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/user/Alexsanfilippo/➡️ Podmatch - https://podmatch.com/guestdetail/alex📢 Connect with Anthony Dahya:🌐 Website – Champion Mindset Collective➡️ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonydahya/➡️ Facebook – facebook.com/anthonydahya➡️ Instagram – @anthony.dahya➡️ YouTube – @anthonydahya➡️ Spotify – Champion Mindset Collective➡️ AI Workflows Agency – https://aiworkflows.agency📧 Email – [email protected]💬 Join the Conversation: Leave your thoughts or questions in the comments or message Anthony directly.Want to be a guest on Champion Mindset Collective? Send Anthony Dahya a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/championmindset

Are you truly showing up in your life, or just going through the motions?In this powerful episode of the Champion Mindset Collective Podcast, I’m joined by Marcy Axelrod, author, speaker, and researcher, to explore what it really means to show up in a way that creates meaning, fulfilment, and sustained growth.This conversation goes beyond motivation and hustle. We unpack how your lived experiences shape who you become, why presence matters more than performance, and how creativity, curiosity, and awareness unlock your best self.Marcy shares insights drawn from over 30 years of research and hundreds of thousands of data points, revealing how humans are naturally designed to thrive when they truly show up.In This Episode, We Explore• The difference between being busy and being present• Why it’s not what happens to you, but the meaning you give it• The three levels of showing up and how they affect your success• How creativity supports leadership, parenting, and trust• Why curiosity and active listening are powerful creative acts• The three essential roles we all play and how imbalance leads to burnout• How to redefine success from the inside out• Why small, consistent steps matter more than big goalsThe Three Levels of Showing UpBarely There - Burnt out, reactive, emotionally drained, operating in survival modeJust Showing Up - Going through the motions, distracted, present in body but not in mindTruly Showing Up - Deep presence, curiosity, openness, creativity, flow, and a sense of wonderThis episode helps you recognise where you are and how to shift toward truly showing up in your life and work.Key Takeaways• Creativity isn’t optional for leaders, parents, or high performers. It’s essential• Listening is a creative act that deepens connection and understanding• True success isn’t external achievement, it’s how you feel about yourself• Growth comes from how you interpret experiences, not the experiences themselves• Sustainable change happens through small, consistent stepsTimestamps00:09 – Creativity and being a champion01:10 – Why creativity matters in tense situations03:56 – Marcy’s book How We Choose to Show Up08:20 – Childhood experiences and personal growth17:17 – The three levels of showing up21:01 – The three roles we play in life26:05 – Asking better questions for deeper insight30:25 – The problem with hustle cultureTags:champion mindset, personal growth, self-improvement, mindset, success, fulfillment, purpose, presence, Marcy Axelrod, how to show up, unlock your best self, creative mindset, curious mindset, open mindset, thrive, personal journey, professional journey, life purpose, inner self, mental toughness, motivation, inspiration, achieve goals, self-discovery🌐 Connect with Marcy Axelrod:➡️ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcy/➡️ Website - https://choosetoshowup.com/➡️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/marcyaxelrod/📢 Connect with Anthony Dahya:🌐 Website – Champion Mindset Collective➡️ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonydahya/➡️ Facebook – facebook.com/anthonydahya➡️ Instagram – @anthony.dahya➡️ YouTube – @anthonydahya➡️ Spotify – Champion Mindset Collective➡️ AI Workflows Agency – https://aiworkflows.agency📧 Email – [email protected]💬 Join the Conversation: Leave your thoughts or questions in the comments or message Anthony directly.Want to be a guest on Champion Mindset Collective? Send Anthony Dahya a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/championmindset

Ever wondered how some companies are slashing tens of thousands in operational costs without downsizing or burning out their teams? This episode has the blueprint, and it's powered by AI! Join your host, Anthony Dahya, as he welcomes Olga Topchaya, founder and CEO of Lapis AI Consults, to the Champion Mindset Collective Podcast. Olga helps medium-sized businesses implement custom AI solutions, reducing operational expenses by at least 30% and saving an average of $32,000 per employee annually. With over a decade in marketing and product, Olga brings a business-first mindset to AI, transforming complex technology into tangible results that leaders can readily see on their balance sheets. Discover her journey from an English major in Ukraine to an AI innovator, and learn why she believes adaptability, continuous learning, and contextual understanding are the pillars of success, both in business and in life.Key Takeaways:Cutting operational costs by using AI allows companies to work smarter, not harder, improving processes, workflows, and lead generation.To identify inefficiencies in a business, look for areas that are slow, expensive, and error-prone. The overlap of these issues with AI's capabilities is where custom AI solutions can be most impactful.When implementing AI, engage both decision-makers and the employees doing the actual work to ensure alignment and address the real-world operational needs.Before automating, thoroughly understand current workflows, whether they're manual or technology-based, to ensure that the automated solution genuinely optimizes tasks and processes.Combat the fear of AI replacing jobs by being transparent with employees, explaining that AI eliminates busy work and allows them to focus on higher-value tasks like strategy, relationships, and creative problem-solving.AI tools enable the scaling of human creativity, rather than replacing it. By acting as the creative source and using AI to amplify output, teams can produce unique and impactful content.When explaining AI implementation to clients, use relatable analogies and involve developers to clarify complexities, helping them understand that effective automation requires thoughtful planning and execution, not just 'pushing a button.'Time Stamps: 00:00 Cutting operational costs with AI without burnout01:17 Meet Olga Topchaya and Lapis AI Consults02:50 From tech recession to building an AI company07:00 Why AI fails without people and adoption09:07 Starting a business without overthinking14:08 Finding hidden inefficiencies in organisations22:20 Addressing the fear that AI replaces jobs33:06 Real example: AI freeing time, not cutting jobs46:30 How AI delivers 30% cost savings in practice55:14 The leadership mindset shift for AI successTags and Keywords: champion mindset collective podcast, anthony dahya, olga topchaya, lapis ai consults, ai for business, slash costs, boost growth, empower team, ai solutions, operational efficiency, ai innovation, business strategy, workflow optimization, ai misconceptions, future of work, ai and jobs, productivity, entrepreneurship, tech recession, generative ai🌐 Connect with Olga Topchaya:➡️ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/olgatopchaya/➡️ Lapis AI Website - https://www.lapisconsults.com/📢 Connect with Anthony Dahya:🌐 Website – Champion Mindset Collective➡️ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonydahya/➡️ Facebook – facebook.com/anthonydahya➡️ Instagram – @anthony.dahya➡️ YouTube – @anthonydahya➡️ Spotify – Champion Mindset Collective➡️ AI Workflows Agency – https://aiworkflows.agency📧 Email – [email protected]💬 Join the Conversation: Leave your thoughts or questions in the comments or message Anthony directly.Want to be a guest on Champion Mindset Collective? Send Anthony Dahya a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/championmindset

Gratitude isn’t about pretending everything is fine.It’s about choosing who you’re becoming, even when life feels messy.In this episode of the Champion Mindset Collective, we delve into the distinction between pursuing gratitude as a fleeting emotion and cultivating it as a daily habit. This conversation explores identity, self-respect, and how small mindset shifts shape the person you become over time.This episode is for anyone who feels stuck between where they are and who they want to become.Key TakeawaysWhy gratitude is a choice, not a mood. This section explores the deep connection between gratitude and personal identity. It also touches on how admiration for others can guide you toward significant personal growth.Learning to let go of comparison without sacrificing your standards is key to becoming someone you respect, even on hard days. This episode is designed for:Leaders, professionals, and creatives who are navigating change.It's also for anyone feeling disconnected from their core values, or those who desire growth without succumbing to toxic positivity. Ultimately, gratitude isn’t about denial; it’s about choosing your direction.Time Stamps:00:00 Why gratitude is misunderstood02:40 Gratitude vs pretending everything is okay06:20 Becoming someone you admire11:10 Identity shapes behaviour16:00 The danger of comparison20:40 Small daily mindset shifts26:10 Choosing growth over comfort30:00 Final reflectionsKey Tags: gratitude, mindset shift, personal growth, self development, becoming your best self, identity and mindset, growth mindset, gratitude practice, champion mindset, mindset coaching, leadership mindset, emotional resilience, self awareness, personal responsibility, mental fitness, inner growth, life reflection, personal transformation, confidence building, purpose driven life, champion mindset collective, anthony dahya, mindset podcast, personal growth podcast, leadership podcast, self improvement podcast, how to practice gratitude, how to change your mindset, how to become someone you admire, gratitude without toxic positivity, identity based growth, personal growth for professionals🌐 Connect with Leah Coss:➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahcoss/➡️ Website (Leah Coss.com): https://leahcoss.com/📢 Connect with AnthonyDahya:🌐 Website – Champion Mindset Collective➡️ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonydahya/➡️ Facebook – facebook.com/anthonydahya➡️ Instagram – @anthony.dahya➡️ YouTube – @anthonydahya➡️ Spotify – Champion Mindset Collective➡️ AI Workflows Agency – https://aiworkflows.agency📧 Email – [email protected]💬 Join the Conversation: Leave your thoughts or questions in the comments or message Anthony directly.Want to be a guest on Champion Mindset Collective? Send Anthony Dahya a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/championmindset

What if hacking wasn't about breaking systems, but about fixing the world? This episode dives deep into the mind of Pablos Holman, a true futurist and inventor who believes innovation is about inventing the future, not just predicting it. From his early days with cryptocurrency and AI to help start up Blue Origin with Jeff Bezos, Pablos has consistently been at the forefront of groundbreaking technology.Get ready to challenge your perception of technology, curiosity, and what it truly takes to create solutions that matter. Pablos, a number one best-selling author and the prolific inventor behind thousands of patents, shares his journey from an Apple II computer in Alaska to AI-powered microscopes that diagnose malaria and hurricane suppression technology.His insights, previously featured on Tim Ferriss's podcast and TED Talks viewed by over 30 million, will redefine your understanding of hacking as an art of profound understanding and improvement.Join us as we explore the "Deep Future Thinking" that drives Pablos's work, discovering how to innovate for humanity's benefit, not just technological advancement. This conversation will undoubtedly spark new ways of thinking about problem-solving and the immense potential when curiosity is nurtured and aimed at the world's most pressing challenges.Key Takeaways:Innovation is about 'inventing the future,' not just predicting it. Focus on creating solutions that reshape and improve what's possible.The 'hacker mindset' is about understanding systems so deeply that you can make them better. Apply this curiosity to solving real-world problems beyond just computers.Curiosity is innate but needs to be nurtured. Encourage and preserve your natural inquisitiveness to foster creativity and problem-solving skills.Trial and error, or 'learning by reverse engineering,' is an effective way to learn and discover. Don't be afraid to experiment and break things to understand how they work.AI and robotics are game-changers. AI can flip the advantage to defenders in cybersecurity and robots will increasingly handle tasks, potentially improving quality of life by freeing up human time.Keywords/TagsDeep Future Thinking, Pablos Holman, Innovation, Humanity, Technology, Futurist, Inventor, Hacking, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Cryptocurrency, Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos, Problem Solving, Curiosity, Malaria Diagnosis, Hurricane Suppression, Tech Solutions, Champion Mindset Collective, Future Tech, Deep Future Book, Tim Ferriss, TED Talks, Cybersecurity AI, Robotics. 🌐 Connect with Pablos Holman and Deep Future:➡️ Deep Future Podcast: https://deepfuture.tech/podcast-index/➡️ Deep Future Book: https://deepfuture.tech/book/➡️ Deep Future Website: https://deepfuture.tech/➡️ Deep Future LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/deepfuturetech➡️ Pablos Holman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pablos08📢 Connect with AnthonyDahya:🌐 Website – Champion Mindset Collective➡️ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonydahya/➡️ Facebook – facebook.com/anthonydahya➡️ Instagram – @anthony.dahya➡️ YouTube – @anthonydahya➡️ Spotify – Champion Mindset Collective➡️ AI Workflows Agency – https://aiworkflows.agency📧 Email – [email protected]💬 Join the Conversation: Leave your thoughts or questions in the comments or message Anthony directly.