Durand on Demand

In this episode of Durand on Demand, Dave challenges you to step out of your past and take control of your future. Too many people stay stuck replaying their worst moments, making excuses, or blaming circumstances. But your story isn’t over — and you have the power to write your final chapter starting today.✅ What You’ll Learn:- Why fixating on your past kills growth- The surprising truth about post-traumatic growth (not just stress)- How to adopt a forward-focused mindset and transform your trajectory- Why self-mastery and virtue—not victimhood—shape your future- How to practically start rewriting your story todayDave shares personal stories, hard-won lessons, and practical ways to shift your mindset so you can finish strong — no matter how you started.Listen now and start writing a final chapter you’ll be proud of.

Most people think their personality is fixed. That it’s just “who they are.”Wrong.In this episode, I break down 20 shocking truths about personality — what science actually says about how you’re wired, what’s trainable, and how your traits are shaping your future in ways you don’t even realize. This is the real roadmap to optimizing who you are — not for hype, but for legacy.🔥 If you're serious about leadership, fulfillment, or just becoming a better human… don’t skip this one.

Is fasting the secret weapon for peak performance?In this clip, Dave Durand and Dr. Sean O’Mara break down why fasting isn’t just about health—it’s about unlocking energy, clarity, focus, and efficiency in both business and life.You'll learn:✅ Why fasting actually builds strength and doesn’t destroy muscle✅ How ancient hunters thrived in a fasted state—and why we can too✅ How fasting can sharpen your focus, accelerate your workouts, and save you massive time✅ Why future athletes will dominate competitions while fastedDave shares his real-world fasting experience after a year of building his "fasting muscle," while Dr. Sean explains the power of autophagy, sprinting efficiency, and short, high-intensity workouts.This isn’t a fad. It’s a strategy for thriving—and it works.🎧 Want the full story of Dave’s health transformation?▶️ Listen to the complete podcast episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2312307/episodes/17023939 

What do you learn after negotiating billion-dollar deals, working with global power players, and watching CEOs sabotage their own success?In this episode, Dave Durand highlights the Top 5 biggest lessons from his full interview with Reed Philips — a veteran deal-maker who’s seen it all. From ego-fueled breakdowns to integrity-driven decisions that cost millions, these real-life stories reveal what it takes to lead well when the stakes are high.💡 For the full interview with Reed Philips, listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2312307/episodes/17276289

What does success really mean?In this episode, Dave sits down with entrepreneur and host of "Ditch Digger CEO" Gary Rabine to talk about the deeper layers of leadership — the kind you won’t find in strategy decks or highlight reels.They unpack:🔑 What success looks like after you’ve “made it”🔑 Why faith isn’t optional — it’s foundational🔑 The role of wisdom, legacy, and purpose after you retire🔑 And why the most fulfilled people don’t stop working — they start leadingThis is a raw and honest conversation about what it takes to live with conviction — and the reason your ‘why’ will always matter more than your title.🎧 Listen in and ask yourself: What are you really building?

In this episode, we highlight the Top 5 Leadership Lessons You Can’t Afford to Miss from last week’s powerful conversation. Whether you’re running a business, leading a team, or just starting out, these insights will challenge how you think about leadership, purpose, and influence.Time stamps: ⏱ 0:00 — No Role is Insignificant ⏱ 2:31 — Love Your Employees ⏱ 4:36 — What is Your ‘Why’? ⏱ 5:58 — You’re Never Above the Basics ⏱ 7:02 — Not Knowing the Business Can Be an AdvantageFrom the value of frontline work to the power of purpose, humility, and fresh perspective, this highlight reel is packed with wisdom you can put into action right now.🎧 Listen in — and ask yourself: Which of these lessons are you living out?

What’s the one skill that governs every other virtue? It’s not talent, intelligence, or even discipline — it’s prudence.In this episode, Dave Durand breaks down what prudence really means — not cautiousness, but the ability to make the right decision, at the right time, in the right way, for the right reason. You’ll learn why prudence is the foundation of wisdom, how to spot the difference between discernment and fear, and why mastering this one virtue will transform how you lead, live, and grow.If you’ve ever felt stuck waiting for clarity…this episode is your wake-up call.

What if two seconds could change your leadership, your marriage, your mindset — your life?In this episode, Dave Durand breaks down Controlled Directional Thinking (CDT) — a high-performance habit that separates amateurs from champions. It’s that tiny gap between stimulus and response… where real influence lives.You’ll learn: ✅ How elite performers program their mindset ✅ Why emotional control beats reaction ✅ What self-talk actually works under pressure ✅ And how CDT helped Dave shave 25 strokes off his golf gameIf you're serious about becoming the best version of yourself — start here.

In this episode, I sit down with M&A expert Reed Philips to talk about the real-world complications of selling companies — and the leadership lessons that come with it.We cover everything from celebrity buyers and Saudi royalty to family business politics, ego traps, and post-exit regret. Reed shares hard-earned wisdom on scaling, selling, and staying grounded through it all.Whether you’re leading a business, building one, or preparing to let go — this conversation will challenge how you think about success.👇 Time stamps if you want to jump to the good stuff.0:00 - The Complications of Selling Companies45:58 - Knowing The Value of Your Business (for scaling or selling)58:45 - How Great Leaders Show Up in Business 1:04:45 - Reed’s No-Nonsense Advice for Selling Smart 1:10:15 - Billionaires, Celebrities, and the Prince of Saudi Arabia1:17:54 - How Ego Destroys Deals (and People)1:29:31 - Reed’s Most Heroic Business Moments1:35:29 - Family Business Power Plays and Politics1:38:13 - What Happens When Wealth Comes Too Fast1:42:42 - The 80/20 CEO1:47:02 - If Reed Philips Could Time Travel1:50:25 - The Type of Person You should NEVER Hire2:02:20 - Parting Words of Wisdom

What do people really want? Not just a paycheck. Not just a promotion.They want goodness, truth, beauty, unity… They want to be seen, respected, and part of something that means something.In this episode, Dave dives deep into the most misunderstood driver of success in any organization: culture. From his early days struggling in sales to building a franchise that stood out among hundreds, Dave shares the personal and leadership lessons that shaped his approach to building teams that actually thrive.You’ll hear:Why culture is more important than productHow to “optimize your personality” as a leaderThe Rich Dad, Poor Dad approach to leadership developmentWhy most companies fail before they ever start — because they ignore this one thingThis isn’t about fluff. This is about building something that lasts.