Dr. Eugene K. Choi is a transformational leadership coach who helps leaders perform at their best in high-pressure environments.

He created a science-based process that teaches entrepreneurs how to activate their executive brain for better clarity, focus, and results. With expertise in clinical pharmacy, neuroscience, and business coaching, he has supported thousands of entrepreneurs and executives in improving their mindset and reducing toxic stress in order to perform better in their business.

In this episode we cover:

1. 00:00 - Introduction to High Performance Mindset
2. 02:56 - Understanding Survival Mode vs. Executive State
3. 05:49 - Identifying and Managing Survival Responses
4. 09:10 - The Impact of Fight, Flight, and Freeze Responses
5. 12:00 - The Role of Awareness in Performance
6. 14:47 - Transitioning from Survival to Executive State
7. 17:57 - Building Awareness and Skills for High Performance
8. 23:27 - Understanding Survival State vs. Executive State
9. 27:29 - Rewiring the Brain for Optimal Performance
10. 30:46 - The Role of Community in Personal Growth
11. 33:13 - The Courage to Face Personal Growth
12. 36:28 - Creating Space for Self-Reflection
13. 37:36 – Eugene's Favorite Activity to Get Into a Flow State
14. 38:03 – Eugene's Advice for His Younger Self
15. 38:27 – Instrumental Resources for Eugene's Success
16. 39:20 – What Does Success Mean for Eugene's Today
17. 35:26 – Get in Touch with Eugene

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Mindsight by a Dr. Dan Siegel

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Peter Goldstein is the Founder and CEO of Exchange Listing, a capital markets advisory firm specializing in helping emerging growth companies list on major stock exchanges such as NASDAQ and NYSE.

Peter has over 35 years of experience as an entrepreneur, investment banker, and strategic advisor. He has successfully led IPOs, uplistings, mergers, and private placements across a range of industries. Through Exchange Listing, he guides companies through the complex go-public process with a focus on compliance, capital formation, and long-term growth.

He is also the founder of Emmis Capital and author of The Entrepreneur’s IPO, offering a practical roadmap for founders seeking public market entry.

In this episode we cover:

• 00:00 - Intro
• 00:45 – Challenges Tech Founders Face in Preparing for an IPO
• 06:45 – Why a Solid Management Team Matters Before Going Public
• 12:45 – Common IPO Misconceptions Among Tech Entrepreneurs
• 13:45 – How Tech Companies Can Stay Attractive to Investors
• 17:45 – Key Milestones for Companies Under $100M Before IPO
• 25:05 – Balancing the Costs and Benefits of Going Public
• 26:05 – The Role of Strategic Planning in a Successful IPO
• 29:05 – Examples of Sub-$100M Companies That Went Public
• 33:05 – Peter's Favorite Activity to Get Into a Flow State
• 33:35 – Peter's Advice for His Younger Self
• 34:35 – Biggest Challenges and Goals for Exchange Listing
• 35:30 – Instrumental Resources for Peter's Success
• 36:30 – What Does Success Mean for Peter Today
• 38:00 – Get in Touch with Peter

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Exchange Listing LLC

Emmis Capital

NASDAQ

NYSE (New York Stock Exchange)

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Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

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