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Is Your Response Time Killing Your Reputation? | Ep. 083

Have you ever been ghosted? Are you guilty of ghosting?

In this episode of King Moves, Ethan and Justin call out the silent killer of business momentum: lack of responsiveness.

Your ability—or failure—to reply sends a message louder than your words. It’s not just about missed messages; it’s about missed respect, missed opportunities, and missed growth.

Responsiveness is polite and it’s powerful.

When you ignore, delay, or disappear after promising to follow up, you’re telling people exactly how reliable you are. Ethan shares why he sees communication delays as red flags, and Justin explains how to train people on what to expect from you.

This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who wants to protect their brand, reputation, and relationships.

What you will learn in this episode:

• How to use responsiveness as a signal of your responsibility

• How to “train” people in how to communicate with you

• How to avoid becoming the bottleneck in collaborations

• How to use tools or systems to handle communication overload

• How to set and manage expectations in different time zones or priorities

Questions answered:

• Does responsiveness really reflect responsibility?

• When is it okay not to reply?

• How should you manage digital boundaries and expectations?

• Should you automate your email responses?

• How do you handle working across time zones effectively?

🎧 Listen now, subscribe, and leave a review. Catch King Moves on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

How to Turn Rock Bottom Moments into Rocket Fuel | Ep. 082

What do you do when life knocks you flat—and takes your identity with it?

In this brutally honest episode, Justin King opens up about his upcoming shoulder surgery and the emotional spiral of losing the physical outlet that fuels him.

But this isn’t just a personal story—it’s a wake-up call for anyone feeling stuck, sidelined, or slipping.

With Ethan’s strategic mindset coaching and reframes, the conversation transforms from self-pity to self-mastery.

This is how you take a rock bottom moment and use it as ignition.

What you will learn in this episode:

• How to reframe a recovery period into a launchpad

• How to stay focused when your “why” feels distant

• How to use forced stillness to build something new

• How to shift from maintenance to momentum—even in a sling

• How to stop your past achievements from becoming mental traps

Questions answered:

• How do you stay mentally strong when your body breaks down?

• Can setbacks be designed to teach you something specific?

• How do you avoid spiraling into inactivity and self-pity?

• What’s the best way to use a recovery period productively?

• How can you come back even stronger—physically and mentally?

🎧 Listen now to start your comeback story. Subscribe and leave a review to support the show. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

3 Ways To Instantly Improve Your Likability and Trust | Ep. 081

Are you unknowingly making people distrust you?

In this episode of King Moves, Ethan and Justin break down three primal, often overlooked signals that can make or break how people perceive you.

From waves to handshakes to toasts, these social rituals have ancient origins—and they still influence trust today.

Whether you're navigating a boardroom, a networking event, or a late-night jog, your gestures speak before you do. Learn how to harness these signals to project confidence, warmth, and trustworthiness.

This isn’t about being polite. It’s about being intentional.

What you will learn in this episode:

• How to instantly increase trust without saying a word

• How to make a stronger first impression in meetings and networking events

• How to avoid subtle body language mistakes that repel people

• How to use historical context to improve your modern interactions

Questions answered:

• What's the strange connection between waves, handshakes, and toasts?

• What subconscious cues are people picking up from your body language?

• How can gestures impact personal safety and professional credibility?

• Is your fist bump building trust—or breaking it?

Listen to the full episode to learn how your smallest moves can have the biggest impact. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

How to Be the Speaker They Can’t Stop Talking About – with Rich Mulholland | Ep. 080

Do you only want the applause?

Or do you want to be the speaker they remember and rehire?

If you want to improve your public speaking and presentation skills, this is the episode you don’t want to miss.

We’re joined by our very first guest, Rich Mulholland—a master of commanding stages and captivating audiences around the world.

Rich breaks down what it really takes to build a speaking career, from storytelling and entertainment to audience connection and credibility.

He shares the behind-the-scenes of his mentorship program, Story to Stage, and why most speakers fail to stand out. Spoiler: being informative isn’t enough. You need to entertain first. And you need to be referable.

This episode will teach you how.

Here’s what we cover:

• How to borrow credibility to launch your speaking career

• Why “stages book stages” and how to use that to your advantage

• How to discover your unique twist and use it to be unforgettable

• The role of context in shaping audience perception

If you’re ready to elevate your presence and turn stages into career momentum, this conversation will give you the roadmap.

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Could A.I. Help You Live Forever? | Ep. 079

Are you doing enough today to live long enough to live forever?

In this episode of King Moves, Ethan and Justin dive into the provocative concept of longevity escape velocity—the idea that medical advancements may soon allow you to extend your life faster than time takes it away. But this isn’t sci-fi...it’s science accelerating through AI and biotechnology, and it’s happening faster than you think.

But here's the catch: only the healthy and the wealthy may get access at first. What if the biggest threat to your future isn't your genes... but your daily choices?

Ethan shares a personal health revelation that might make you rethink your current habits. Justin raises the alarm on inequality and the dystopian possibilities of an age-divided elite.

It’s not just about living longer—it’s about who gets to.

What you will learn in this episode:

• How to understand “longevity escape velocity” in simple terms

• How to position yourself to benefit from rapid medical advancements

• How to reset your health to “base level” and stay there

• How to think critically about inequality in future healthcare

• How to take control of the 93% of longevity that’s in your hands

Questions answered:

• What is longevity escape velocity, and why does it matter right now?

• How is AI speeding up life-extending medical breakthroughs?

• Can anyone live to 200—or is this reserved for the elite?

• What matters more: your DNA or your daily habits?

• Would you actually want to live forever?

Make your move. Take today’s action step toward future-proofing your body and mind. Join the full conversation, subscribe, and leave a review. Find King Moves on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Are You Better Off Drunk or Sober? | Ep. 078

What’s up with the sober-curious trend? And how does it impact business, the economy, and life?

In this episode of King Moves, Ethan and Justin unpack the rising tide of sober curiosity and what it says about our evolving relationship with alcohol, identity, and connection.

From wine country tours to mocktail menus and Heineken Zero at the braai, this conversation spans cultures, continents, and consciousness.

It’s not about demonizing alcohol or glorifying abstinence—it’s about asking better questions.

What are you really reaching for when you pour that drink? Courage, connection, calm?

And what if the version of you you’re chasing was already there, waiting to be unlocked?

What you will learn in this episode:

• How to examine your drinking habits without shame or judgment

• How to unlock authentic confidence without liquid courage

• How to handle the social cost of not drinking

• How to create meaningful connections without a buzz

• How to choose whether to drink for effect or to connect

Questions answered:

• What’s driving the sober curious movement?

• How is declining alcohol consumption reshaping industries?

• Why are Gen Z drinking less—and what are they doing instead?

• Can choosing not to drink actually hurt your social life?

• How do you find your “sweet spot” for confidence and clarity?

Join in a conversation that spans habits, health, and human connection.

We’re not here to preach—we’re here to explore.

Whether you're a casual sipper, sober curious, or somewhere in between, this episode invites you to take a closer look at what’s really behind your choices.

Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Then share your take and let us know where you stand.

Skipping These Vitamins Could Be Costing You Everything | Ep. 077

Make sure you take care of you first.

In this energizing conversation, Ethan and Justin King break down the concept of "daily vitamins" — not just supplements, but the essential personal habits that keep you mentally, emotionally, and physically strong.

Inspired by a Jesse Itzler newsletter, they share their own non-negotiables for feeling alive and crushing the day. But here's the twist: it's not about rigid routines or checking endless boxes. It's about finding your few vital practices — and giving yourself permission to be imperfect.

Are you unknowingly setting yourself up for resentment and burnout? It's time to reclaim your energy.

What you will learn in this episode:

• How to create a sustainable self-care routine without the guilt

• How to pick your "essential vitamins" for peak performance

• How to balance ambition with self-compassion

• How to spot when you’re running on empty — before you crash

• How to reframe daily habits so they feel energizing, not exhausting

Questions answered:

• Why does missing one small habit throw off your whole day?

• What are the real "vitamins" your body and mind need daily?

• How can you stop resenting the things you love?

• Is there a better way to think about routines and discipline?

Ready to stop surviving and start thriving? Listen now. Subscribe and leave a review!
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Is "Do Hard Things" Overrated or Underrated Advice? | Ep. 076

What if doing something hard is the only way to truly find you?

In this episode, Justin King redefines what it means to “do hard things.”

After running ten marathons in ten days, he’s not preaching pain for pain’s sake—but instead unpacking the mindset that transforms struggle into self-awareness.

This isn't about proving you're the toughest in the room. It’s about making smart decisions in the face of adversity and walking away with something even more powerful than resilience: clarity.

From navigating a divorce and business exit to hitting the wall mid-marathon, Justin explains how real strength comes from leaning into hard things without losing yourself in the process.

This episode will challenge how you define toughness—and might just help you find your next breakthrough.

What you will learn in this episode:

• How to choose the right kind of hard thing for your growth

• How to differentiate between discomfort and damage

• How to develop mental toughness without destroying yourself

• How to build your “stack of undeniable evidence” that you can

• How to make tough decisions without breaking relationships

Questions answered:

• What is a Misogi, and why should you do one every year?

• Why is smart toughness more powerful than blind grit?

• What’s the real benefit of doing hard things?

• How can you reframe quitting as a smart move, not failure?

Listen to the full episode now and challenge yourself to take on your Misogi. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review.

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The One Mindset Shift That Turns Envy Into Inspiration | Ep. 075

Do you feel a twinge of jealousy when someone else wins?

How can you channel that into something beneficial?

In this episode of King Moves, Ethan and Justin explore a word you’ve probably never heard—Mudita—and how it could be the missing link between frustration and freedom. They unpack why your ego flinches when others succeed and how a hidden mindset might be sabotaging your potential.

Ethan shares a surprising story involving a direct business competitor, and Justin opens up about a quiet battle with imposter syndrome. This conversation will challenge the way you think about success, competition, and your own internal narrative.

💡 What you will learn in this episode:

• How to reframe jealousy into inspiration

• How to shift from scarcity thinking to an abundance mindset

• How to genuinely celebrate others without feeling diminished

• How to turn competition into collaboration

• How to find fulfillment in helping others win

❓Questions answered:

• Why do I feel threatened when others succeed?

• What does Mudita actually mean—and why does it matter?

• Is envy stopping me from building better relationships?

• How can I start thinking abundantly in a competitive world?

• What happens when I help someone who’s technically my competition?

🎧 Ready to make your next move? Hit play, subscribe, and drop a review. King Moves is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

When Is It Time for You to Rebrand? | Ep. 074

What do Amazon, Pepsi, and Google have in common?

They all had terrible original names—and changed them.

In this episode of King Moves, Ethan and Justin pull back the curtain on their own name change, from Kingspiration to King Moves, and unpack the real reasons behind rebranding.

It’s not about hype. It’s about alignment.

From corporate giants to personal brands, this conversation challenges you to ask: Is your name holding you back? Or worse—confusing your audience?

Don’t waste time polishing a brand that’s sending the wrong message.

💡 What you will learn in this episode:

• How to align your brand name with your actual value

• How to know if a rebrand is worth the effort—or just a distraction

• How to use brand perception to influence customer trust

• How to tell if your logo, name, or visuals are keeping you relevant

• How to create a brand experience that people remember

❓ Questions answered:

• Why did the podcast change from Kingspiration to King Moves?

• What’s the difference between a rebrand and a rename?

• When is the right time to rebrand your business?

• Why did Amazon start with books, and what does that teach you?

• How do small businesses approach branding differently than big corporations?

🎧 Tune in now to rethink what your brand is really saying about you.

Subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Don’t just sit there—make your next king move.