More Than Before

MORE THAN BEFORE uncovers the extraordinary lives of people WHO are more than what they achieve. Join us as we journey through incredible interviews with individuals who not only achieve personal and professional success, but also live in alignment with who they were created to be. Dive into the transformative stories and be inspired by WHO they WERE and WHO they BECAME in their unyielding pursuit of excellence. Watch the video interview on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoreThanBeforePodcast

More Than Before is a education podcast hosted by Nathan Cook, with 53 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 81. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Nathan Cook hosts More Than Before, a education show with 53 episodes published.

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  Your Circle Is Shaping Your Future

  Aug 13, 20268 min

  Who are the five people you spend the most time with—and are you becoming more like them? In this solo episode of More Than Before , Nathan Cook explores the powerful idea that we become like the people we consistently surround ourselves with. From childhood friendships and video games to mentorship, coaching, faith, family, finances, and personal growth, Nathan shares how proximity quietly shapes our habits, standards, thinking, and ultimately our results. This episode challenges you to do one simple exercise: write down the five people you spend the most time with. Then ask yourself: Would I trade lives with them? Not because their lives need to be perfect, but because the people closest to you are influencing the direction you're moving. Are your relationships challenging you to grow? Are they strengthening your faith? Are they making you wiser? Are they holding you accountable? Are they helping you become the person you were created to be? Or are you unintentionally adopting habits, attitudes, and priorities that are pulling you in the opposite direction? Your circle doesn't just affect your present. Your circle is shaping your future. Listen now, evaluate your five, and start becoming intentional about who has influence in your life. Be more. See more. Experience more than before.

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  You Can't Quit | Ivan Krcelic on the Power of Hunger

  Aug 6, 20261h 16m

  Most people think success comes from talent. Ivan Krcelic knows that's not true. Growing up in Argentina, Ivan wasn't the best tennis player—in fact, he was often the worst player at his academy. While others practiced with teammates, he practiced against a wall. That relentless hunger eventually led him to America, where he built successful businesses, coached elite athletes, and became the founder of Tennis Prime and the author of You Cannot Teach Hunger . In this episode, Ivan shares the lessons that shaped his life: the work ethic he learned from his father, why discipline will always outlast motivation, the sacrifices required to build something meaningful, and how becoming a father has redefined his purpose. If you've ever questioned whether you're talented enough, smart enough, or capable enough, this conversation will remind you that success belongs to the people who refuse to quit. In This Episode: ​ Why talent is overrated• The difference between discipline and motivation• Lessons from growing up in Argentina• Building a business from the ground up• Why failure is part of success• The importance of hunger and grit• Entrepreneurship, sacrifice, and legacy• Fatherhood and finding purpose If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who needs the reminder to keep going. Remember to Be More, See More, and Experience More Than Before.

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  If You Hate Mondays, You Need to Hear This | Sonal Bahl

  Jul 23, 20261h 10m

  How do you know when it's time to move on? For years, Sonal Bahl believed she would spend her career climbing the corporate ladder. Instead, losing her corporate identity forced her into an entirely new path—one that eventually became her life's calling. In this episode of More Than Before , Nathan Cook sits down with executive career strategist, international speaker, and LinkedIn Top Voice Sonal Bahl to explore identity, career transitions, imposter syndrome, reinvention, leadership, and why so many professionals silently survive instead of truly living. Sonal shares the painful story of walking away from corporate leadership, rebuilding her career from scratch, overcoming imposter syndrome at one of the world's top MBA programs, and discovering that success isn't about titles—it's about alignment. If you've ever questioned your career, felt stuck, or wondered whether you're meant for something more, this conversation will challenge the way you think about work, purpose, and fulfillment. In this episode you'll learn: • The six warning signs it's time to leave your job • Why success without meaning eventually feels empty • How imposter syndrome affects even high achievers • Why volunteering can dramatically change your perspective • The difference between surviving Mondays and loving Mondays • How identity gets wrapped up in our careers • The power of curiosity and asking better questions • Why reinvention is uncomfortable—but necessary • The mindset shift every entrepreneur must make • How to pursue money, meaning, and momentum simultaneously Chapters 00:00 Why loving Mondays matters 00:18 Meet Sonal Bahl 02:50 Names, identity & respecting culture 06:25 Living in different countries 10:20 Starting over again and again 12:45 What recruiters notice in the first 15 seconds 15:30 The power of asking better questions 19:20 Reinventing after corporate 23:25 Why having an opinion matters 26:35 Growing up in India 30:35 The people who kept Sonal grounded 34:35 Reinvention and stepping into uncomfortable rooms 38:45 Imposter syndrome at INSEAD 45:40 Leadership, service & volunteering 52:50 The six signs it's time to move on 1:00:00 What entrepreneurship cost her 1:05:20 Money, Meaning & Momentum 1:09:40 Final encouragement Resources Mentioned Sonal Bahl LinkedIn Sonal Bahl YouTube Channel Ready For More Podcast INSEAD MBA Program LinkedIn Arnold Schwarzenegger's Pump Club Adam Grant Dale Carnegie — How to Win Friends & Influence People Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Connect with Sonal Bahl LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonalbahl/ Website: https://www.sonalbahl.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SonalBahl Podcast: Ready For More If this episode encouraged you, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your ratings help more people discover conversations that inspire intentional growth. Remember... Be more. See more. Experience More Than Before.

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  Why Some People Instantly Build Meaningful Relationships | The Secret to Authentic Connection

  Jul 9, 202654 min

  What if the key to building meaningful relationships isn't becoming more interesting... ...but becoming more interested? In this episode of More Than Before , Nathan Cook sits down with master connector John Rice to unpack a lifetime of wisdom on authentic relationships, faith, personal growth, and why the best connections are never forced. From growing up in Klamath Falls to intentionally making Portland "feel like a small town" by having coffee with new people every week, John shares the mindset that has allowed him to build friendships that span decades. This isn't a conversation about networking. It's about becoming the kind of person people genuinely want to know. Along the way, John shares lessons from business, failure, divorce, fatherhood, faith, and one simple decision that completely changed the direction of his life. If you've ever struggled with comparison, self-worth, loneliness, or building authentic relationships, this conversation will challenge the way you think about people—and yourself. In This Episode ✔️ Why authentic relationships always outperform networking ✔️ The surprising power of saying "yes" ✔️ Why comparison quietly steals your joy ✔️ Learning to accept yourself before seeking acceptance from others ✔️ The difference between working and worrying ✔️ How gratitude changes your perspective ✔️ What it means to "dance to your own tune" ✔️ Why everyone simply wants to be seen, known, and valued Chapters 00:00 – Meet John Rice: The Master Connector 01:20 – Making Portland Feel Like a Small Town 05:00 – Entrepreneurship, Cars & Early Business Lessons 07:10 – Why Networking Isn't About Selling 10:10 – The Secret to Connecting with Anyone 12:30 – Self-Talk, Confidence & Wanting Acceptance 16:10 – Faith, Purpose & Asking God One Question Every Morning 20:00 – Lessons Learned Through Divorce 21:00 – Fatherhood, Legacy & Preparing for the Future 24:20 – Near-Death Experiences & Celebrating Life Before It's Too Late 27:30 – The Quote That Changed Everything 29:00 – Why Positive People See the World Differently 31:15 – What Happens When Someone Doesn't Like You? 34:00 – The Hidden Power of Saying Yes 37:00 – Persistence, Mentors & Lifelong Learning 51:00 – The One Question Everyone Should Ask Themselves 52:00 – What Is the Tune Inside You? Connect with John Rice 🎙️ Yes Stories Podcast (If John has a preferred website or social media, add it here.) Connect with More Than Before 🌐 https://morethanbefore.org 🎥 YouTube https://youtube.com/@morethanbeforepodcast If this episode encouraged you, would you do us a favor? ⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. 👍 Subscribe on YouTube. 📤 Share this episode with someone who could use the reminder that authentic relationships are built through genuine connection—not performance. Until next time... Be More. See More. Experience More Than Before.

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  The Surprising Power of Saying Yes: How Opportunity Shapes Success

  Jul 2, 20261h 2m

  What happens when the life you've worked so hard to build no longer feels like the life you're meant to live? This week, Nathan Cook sits down with entrepreneur and CEO Brittney Hall for an honest conversation about success, burnout, entrepreneurship, marriage, family, faith, and building a business that aligns with your values. After building multiple seven-figure businesses, Brittney realized that achievement isn't the same as fulfillment. In this episode, she shares the lessons that helped her redefine success and intentionally create a life centered around what matters most. In this episode: Success without alignment leads to burnout. Healthy boundaries create healthier relationships. Family deserves intentional time—not leftover time. Great marriages are built through honest conversations. Entrepreneurship should serve your life, not consume it. Faith provides perspective through difficult seasons. CONNECT WITH BRITTNEY Website https://www.therevenueagency.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thebrittneyhall/ Revenue Agency Podcast If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs this conversation. Remember... Be More. See More. Experience More Than Before.

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