Slaying the dragon of hustle culture — one mindful moment at a time. A complete library of every podcast I've been featured on, covering meditation, sales performance, leadership, gratitude, and the neuroscience of attention.
42 episodes
Matt Johnson and Aaron dig into how a mindfulness teacher gets his content in front of real estate agents who aren't looking for wellness content. They cover meeting agents where they are, positioning mindfulness as a performance enhancer, using AI and keyword research to uncover agent language, and using PodPitch to land podcast appearances.
Debbi DiMaggio — top 1.5% Realtor, author, coach — hosts Aaron for a 54-minute conversation on training attention as the underlying skill for a designed life. Aaron shares his mindfulness path, the neuroscience of attention, and how present-moment awareness reshapes both business and personal outcomes.
Aaron returns to The Human Connection for a second conversation with Karl Pontau — this time on the invisible ceiling every hard-working founder eventually hits: the exhaustion of relying on grind and willpower. They dig into what it takes to break through by developing agency of attention rather than just doing more.
Chuck Tuck sits down with Aaron for a long-form conversation on why mindfulness is a real competitive edge — not a wellness perk. Aaron unpacks the coffee-meditation practice, how meditation trains the brain's threat-prediction loop, and why presence beats hustle for sustained high performance.
Aaron discusses the 'toxic reality' of modern hustle culture and how mindfulness serves as a strategic performance tool to increase clarity and business results. He introduces the 'Puppy in the Crate' metaphor for training the mind and shares the 160% sales-lift case study from his real estate team.
Aaron discusses how mindfulness can be used as a measurable performance tool rather than a wellness cliché. He shares insights on 'training the brain like a puppy' to build agency over attention, and how this practice led his real estate team to a 160% increase in sales.
Aaron explores the 'Presence Trap' — how high achievers chase success expecting happiness only to find it recedes. He shares his personal transformation from hustle culture to present-moment leadership and how mindfulness builds the capacity for sustainable performance.
Aaron unpacks the 'hustle culture' trap and the role of mindfulness and meditation for high-performing leaders. He shares how training the brain for presence and awareness led to a 160% sales increase for his real estate team.
Aaron and Jess dig into how mindfulness and meditation serve as brain training to escape 'hustle culture' and manage burnout. Aaron explains the importance of nervous system regulation and how slowing down leads to better decisions and increased leadership effectiveness.
Aaron discusses the connection between mindfulness and high performance, explaining how meditation physically changes the brain to reduce anxiety and strengthen focus. He introduces his '5A path' (Awareness, Allowance, Acceptance, Appreciation, Gratitude) and emphasizes self-compassion as the foundation of a fulfilled life.
Aaron Hendon joins Fran Harper to explore the gap between potential and action, sharing his personal transformation from avoiding responsibility to becoming 'The Mindful CEO'. They discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, mindfulness, and the mindset shifts required for lasting personal and professional growth.
Mindfulness expert Aaron Hendon joins hosts Chris Miller and Dane Smith to explore how mindfulness can improve performance at work, strengthen leadership effectiveness, and enhance decision-making. Aaron breaks down what mindfulness actually is, addresses common misconceptions, and explains how to navigate stress with greater clarity and resilience.
Aaron discusses how a 9-week meditation cohort drove a 160% year-over-year sales increase, 86% agency retention lift, and 50% referrals lift on his real estate team. Walks through how meditation trains attention vs. emptying the mind.
Aaron discusses the spiritual and psychological "trap of never enough" with Andy Walker — exploring meditation, manifestation, the brain's threat-prediction loop, gratitude, and how high-achieving leaders can shift from future-focused anxiety to present-moment awareness. Aaron closes with a 4-2-6 breathing practice for the nervous system.
Aaron Hendon shares how mindfulness and meditation can transform a real estate business by shifting focus from hustle to gratitude, leading to a significant increase in sales. He provides practical insights on training the brain like a 'puppy' and introduces concepts from his book on living a grateful life.
A long-form conversation on gratitude, coaching, willingness, marketing for solopreneurs, and the 'I'm your guide' brand position. Includes Aaron's diagnostic that most people who say something isn't working haven't actually tried the thing.
In this episode, mindfulness teacher and real estate coach Aaron Hendon discusses the power of mindfulness in sales and leadership, sharing how a 10-minute daily practice can reduce stress and significantly boost performance. He explains the 'Buddhist Two Arrows' concept—where pain is inevitable but suffering is optional—and how training the brain allows entrepreneurs to respond rather than react to challenges.
In this episode, Aaron Hendon discusses how mindfulness training and managing one's vibration can lead to significant breakthroughs in real estate sales, including a 160% increase in performance for his team. The conversation explores the intersection of neuroscience and performance, the pitfalls of hustle culture, and the importance of presence in human connection.
Conversation on mindfulness, stress reduction, gratitude, and 'agency of attention' for entrepreneurs and sales pros. Discusses upcoming book 'How to Live a Grateful Life in a F*cked Up World.'
Aaron Hendon discusses how mindfulness practice can significantly boost business performance, sharing how his real estate team achieved a 160% sales increase through brain training. He explains the distinction between inevitable pain and optional suffering and introduces practical techniques like the 4-2-6 breathing method for entrepreneurs.
Aaron explores the connection between meditation, performance, and sustainable success — from silent anxiety to 9-week cohorts that doubled business outcomes. Touches on flow vs. force, women's openness to support, and meditation as 'gym for the brain.'
Aaron shares his journey from real estate to mindfulness teacher, with practical examples of how to weave mindful moments — even brushing teeth — into a real estate workday.
Aaron Hendon discusses how meditation and mindfulness can help navigate distractions and complexity in a typical day, leading to better focus and control over one's mind. He shares how these practices have validated his own success and recommends them for sales professionals.
In this episode, Aaron Hendon discusses 'The Hustle Game' and the competitive advantage of slowing down through mindfulness. He shares insights on overcoming 'temporary insanity' in high-stakes environments and explores how presence correlates with massive increases in sales and organizational retention.
Susan Hobson and Tracy Allen sit down with Aaron to unpack the neuroscience of leadership, meditation, anxiety, and sustainable success. Aaron shares the pivotal moment that transformed his life and how teaching his real estate team a 10-minute meditation practice produced a 160% increase in sales performance.
Dan Rust and Aaron unpack the 'ontological' approach to leadership and why 85% of top performers use mindfulness. Includes the 'puppy in the box' meditation metaphor and the neuroscience of an 8-week brain change.
In this episode, mindfulness teacher Aaron Hendon joins Marisa to discuss meditation, stress reduction, and practical mindfulness for real people, specifically teachers. Aaron shares his personal journey and explains how mindfulness practices can transform culture and performance, offering simple ways to begin meditating and dealing with burnout.
In this episode, Tobias Young interviews mindfulness coach and author Aaron Hendon about how meditation serves as mental strength training for entrepreneurs. They discuss the connection between presence and sales success, how to stay driven without burnout, and the mindset shifts that helped Aaron's sales team increase performance by 160%.
In this interview, Steve Lentini and Aaron Hendon discuss the power of mindfulness in leadership and daily life, covering topics such as the neuroscience of gratitude and training the brain like a puppy to reduce stress and increase satisfaction.
Craig Domann explores meditation, brain training, presence, and self-kindness with Aaron for the show's audience of professional athletes and high performers.
A framework for breaking the toxic positivity cycle and accessing authentic gratitude through mindfulness, meditation, and emotional awareness. Discusses how to stop reacting, regulate state, and lead with clarity.
In this episode, Aaron Hendon discusses how mindfulness and short daily meditation sessions can help high performers build calm, presence, and better results in both business and personal life. The conversation covers practical meditation habits, the 'game of enough,' and using neuroscience to address skepticism about the ROI of mindfulness in sales and leadership.
Deep dive on Aaron's 5 A's framework (Awareness, Allowance, Acceptance, Appreciation, Attitude of Gratitude) and the mission to 'slay the dragon of hustle culture, one mindful moment at a time.'
Aaron shares his journey emphasizing mindfulness and gratitude for stress management. Outlines a 5-step process for managing stress and emotions and discusses time management, personal agency, and finding purpose.
Aaron shares how mindfulness, gratitude, and being present can revolutionize high-pressure sales — including the practice of asking clients their intention at the start of a meeting.
Aaron joins Greg and Matt to talk inner-game strategies, the conversations real estate agents have with themselves, and the importance of being honest about who you are.
Aaron and Michael Maher discuss the beauty of hosting events and how to build a real estate business on love, generosity, and appreciation — including the parable of the three stonecutters.
Aaron discusses hiring the right people, building systems of accountability, the Profit First system, and lessons from his book 'Shortchanged by Shortcuts.'
Aaron walks through the 7 questions sellers should ask any agent — the basis for his book 'Don't Get Fooled Again' — and the answers that win listings.
Aaron — author of 'Shortchanged by Shortcuts?' — teaches Profit Boss listeners how to interview a Realtor, what to do first when selling, and why to verify what your Realtor tells you.
Wrap-up conversation with managing partner of Christine & Company on real estate entrepreneurship, transformational leadership, and outperforming the local market.
Aaron discusses the consequences of working with the wrong realtor and how Christine & Company consistently sells homes for 5%+ above local market averages.
