Be There

Dan Brault had built a real estate empire and watched it collapse — $800,000 gone in a single quarter. Then his wife ended their marriage by email, took the kids across state lines, and refused the one thing he asked for: a conversation. In this episode, Dan tells the story he's rarely told publicly — and names the one thing that actually heals when time alone can't. A masterclass in flow, presence, and the conversation you've been avoiding.
About the guest
Dan Brault is a business advisor and the founder of LeaderOS, where he coaches small business owners who've built something successful on the outside but are still trapped by the work on the inside. He's also a partner at Greenstone Ventures, where he operates self-storage, industrial, and multifamily assets with AI-driven underwriting. A husband, father of two, and former top-of-state powerlifter, Dan has spent the last five years rebuilding both a business and a life from the ground up.
Chapters
0:00 — The email that ended everything
3:32 — The morning the email arrived
9:18 — "She gave me thirty seconds"
13:06 — Two years of legal battle
15:07 — Why he chose 50/50 custody
18:58 — Vulnerability in the entrepreneurial marriage
19:22 — Hand over your heart — Alan's reframe
24:24 — "What if you'd done nothing?"
27:06 — The bog and the flow
32:38 — The four C's
34:17 — Five men in tears at a round table
37:31 — The problem is the path
43:12 — The conversation he'd avoided for three months
48:14 — Presence as the daily lesson
53:40 — Voting for your future self — Earl Nightingale
58:00 — If someone you love got that email today
1:03:56 — Outro — Be Present. Be Powerful. Be There.
 
Connect with the guest
Instagram: @itsdanbrault
Website: leaderos.co
 
Connect with the host
Website: thealanunderwood.com
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Sara Blakely heard the word "no" for seven years. She failed the LSAT twice and sold fax machines door to door before she built Spanx into a billion-dollar company. The difference wasn't talent or luck. It was a question her father asked at the dinner table every week, and one decision she made about what failure meant. In this episode, Alan unpacks how to catch, challenge, and change the story that's keeping you stuck.
Chapters
0:00 — The Question That Changes Everything
1:24 — Seven Years of No — Sarah Blakely's Story
2:56 — What a Rut Really Is
3:51 — One Word: Decision
4:52 — From Rut to Billionaire
5:44 — The Three C's: Catch It, Challenge It, Change It
6:42 — Be There — Outro & Resources
Reflective questions for the listener
Where have you started treating a temporary setback as a permanent truth about who you are?
If someone asked you "what did you fail at this week?" — what would you say, and what did it teach you?
What's one rut you've walked so long you forgot it was a choice?
Where this week can you catch a thought, challenge whether it's true, and change it?
Connect with Alan
Coaching, mentoring, or a conversation that matters: thealanunderwood.com
For founders, CEOs, and investors looking for a brotherhood: xalt.global

Gina Mure was six the first time doctors brought her back to life. Her grandmother died of the same heart condition. Her mother lived through it. Gina is the only one of three generations to survive past 55. After every one of her 13 pacemaker surgeries, she asks the same question: "Why am I still here?" In this episode, what 50 years of asking that question has taught her about burden, music, and showing up for someone else's grief.
About the Guest
Gina Mure is a horse trainer, musician, realtor, and community connector for Freedom for Heroes, a veteran-support nonprofit founded by her husband Mike. Born with a rare form of Long QT syndrome, Gina has had 13 pacemaker implants and is the only woman in three generations of her family to live past 55. She lives in Arizona.
Chapters:
0:00 - Cold Open
3:27 — The first cardiac episode at age six
5:14 — Her dad in the doorway
7:02 — Alan's parallel: the NICU and the burden of fatherhood
11:34 — The genetic heart condition that killed her grandmother
16:35 — Teen years: running the limits of a body that doesn't keep up
19:46 — The note she wrote at nineteen
21:35 — "I couldn't fix him" — the helplessness that hurt more than the seizures
26:41 — Survivor's guilt and the boy who only got three years
29:41 — Mid-roll
30:58 — Music after fifteen years of prayer
34:38 — The joy of performing at assisted living
37:16 — "It's tough to shine"
41:24 — Freedom for Heroes
44:30 — The widow's hug at the veteran's memorial
46:32 — Maybe pacemaker number 13 was for that hug
47:56 — Her dad, her poem, and where to find Gina
53:35 — Outro
 
Connect with Gina
Instagram: instagram.com/ginasheartconnections
Facebook: facebook.com/gina.mure
Website: ginasheart.com
About the Be There Podcast
The Be There Podcast is a conversation about the moments that matter most — the calls, the diagnoses, the decisions, the doors that open and close — and the lessons, resources, and inspiration we can carry into the moments that matter most in our own lives. Hosted by Alan Underwood.
Work with Alan
If you're an entrepreneur, executive, or high performer wrestling with "Why am I still here?" — that's a question Alan helps people answer. Connect at thealanunderwood.com.
For founders, CEOs, and investors looking to build alongside men operating at the highest level, learn about XALT at xalt.global.
Be Present. Be Powerful. Be There.

When Lizzie was three, she walked into the kitchen in a red cape and a blue superhero mask and declared, “I am a great super girl.” Ten years later, she stopped believing it. In this episode, Alan unpacks why intentional identity is the most underrated leverage point in any high performer’s life — what neuroscience now confirms, what Ali, McGregor, and Schwarzenegger all proved, and the five-minute morning practice that can change the trajectory of your year.
Chapters:
0:00 — Cold Open
0:17 —  Theme Intro
0:55 — You're on autopilot — and why
2:29 — Lizzie story
4:23 — When did the world convince you?
4:52 — The two most powerful words
7:39 — Three documented lives: Ali, McGregor, Arnold
15:23 — You're already doing this
15:53 — The 5-minute morning practice
19:25 — Why this matters
 
REFLECTIVE QUESTIONS FOR THE LISTENER
What two words have you been putting after “I am” this week?
When did the world first convince you that you weren’t who you knew yourself to be at three years old?
What is one thing you can do tomorrow morning that would vote for your future identity instead of your current one?
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When Michael Dill's phone rang at 11:30 PM, his world broke open. His brother had taken his life. Six months later, his client list had collapsed from seven to one, his bank account was shrinking, and the coach who built his business on helping others could no longer help himself.
In this episode of the Be There Podcast, Coach Michael Dill — Amazon bestselling author of Knock It Out of the Park Leadership, ActionCOACH franchise partner, and two-time Action Man Award winner — opens up about the surrender that saved him, the difference between being strong OR vulnerable and being strong AND vulnerable, and the Uncle Tommy who taught him how to live life on his own terms.
What we cover
The 11:30 PM phone call and the months that followed
The shrinking bank account most entrepreneurs never talk about
Why he picked up the phone and asked for help
Strong AND vulnerable — the epiphany that changed everything
Brad Sugars in Maui: "How dare you underperform your capabilities"
The morning rituals that keep a high performer sharp
Uncle Tommy — the hero who lived on his own terms
The three C's: Coaching, Community, Contribution
Chapters
0:00 Cold Open
0:58 Theme Intro
1:36 Guest Intro
3:27 The Phone Call at 11:30 PM
9:47 The Six-Month Collapse
12:57 Strong AND Vulnerable — The Epiphany
20:05 Mid-Roll: Who Is Someone You Can Call?
23:07 The Morning Rituals
40:00 Three C’s: Coaching, Community, Contribution
41:08 Brad Sugars in Maui — “How Dare You Underperform”
50:54 Uncle Tommy — The Hero
58:48 Outro
If you're a founder, CEO, or coach who has carried a season of collapse and wondered if you'd come back from it — this conversation is for you.
About the Guest — Michael Dill
Michael Dill is one of the most decorated business coaches in the global ActionCOACH network. He is an Amazon bestselling author of Knock It Out of the Park Leadership, a global speaker, a two-time Action Man Award winner, and the voice behind Monday Morning with Coach Michael. He lives in South Florida with his wife Susan.
Connect with Michael Dill
Website: businesscoachmichaeldill.com
Book: Knock It Out of the Park Leadership (Amazon)
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/actioncoachmichaeldill
Instagram: @actioncoachmichaeldill
YouTube: Monday Morning with Coach Michael
Connect with Alan
Website: thealanunderwood.com
XALT Global Alliance: xalt.global
About the Be There Podcast
Every life has moments that change everything. A phone call. A diagnosis. A decision. A door that opens. A door that closes. These are the moments that matter most. Be There is the podcast for high performers who want the lessons, resources, and inspiration to carry into the moments that matter most in their own lives.
 
Hosted by Alan Underwood.
 
Be Present. Be Powerful. Be There.

Five years ago, Alan Underwood sat in a truck with a handgun, ready to end his life. In that moment, two words flashed into his mind that changed everything: Be there.
This is the story behind the podcast.
In this trailer episode, Alan shares the moment that brought him to the edge—and the realization that pulled him back. It's a story about grief, despair, and the people we choose to stay for. But it's also about what comes after survival: the dreams fulfilled, the stages spoken on, the grandchildren held, the life rebuilt.
If you've ever felt like giving up, this episode is for you.If you've ever wondered whether the future could be different than the pain you're feeling right now, this episode is for you.If you're looking for someone to be there for you in the moments that matter most—welcome. You're in the right place.
This is Be There—mentoring in the moments that matter most.

From overcoming personal tragedies to finding her passion in leadership consulting, Linda Herzog's journey is a testament to resilience, gratitude, and helping others. Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with practical insights and stories from her impactful career in the aviation industry. Listen now to discover her unique approach to life and leadership!
 
Key takeaways to listen for
The importance of waking up each day with a sense of purpose and gratitude
A discovery of strength and resilience in overcoming personal adversity
The loneliness that can accompany leadership roles
Unique challenges women face in the aviation industry
What it means when fear is perceived as “false evidence appearing real.”
 
Resources
International Aviation Womens Association
Jet Aviation
Mars and Venus in the Workplace by John Gray | Hardcover
 
About Linda Herzog
Linda Herzog brings over 30 years of international business leadership and private aviation expertise. After founding and selling her staffing firm, she has provided high-level recruitment services across various industries, including finance and pharmaceuticals. Linda has also advised Fortune 100 companies and high-net-worth individuals on global aviation solutions. Currently, she focuses on high-impact coaching and sales management training worldwide, helping companies enhance team development, communication, and leadership skills.
 
Connect with Linda
Website: Herzog Leadership Development Coaching and Training
LinkedIn: Linda Herzog
 
Connect with Us
Website: Angel Flight West
LinkedIn: Alan Underwood 
YouTube: Plane Success
Instagram: @thealanunderwood
Facebook: Alan Underwood

If you're wondering what it takes to soar in the skies, this episode is for you! We chat with Brandon Martini, an experienced pilot and co-founder of Stratus Financial, about his journey into aviation and his passion for flight training. Discover his memorable flying experiences, charitable efforts, and the vibrant community within general aviation by hitting that play button!
 
Key takeaways to listen for
The evolution of Aviation Mentors Podcast 
How aviation training is crucial in handling emergencies
Challenges that led to the creation of Stratus Financial
Impact of economic conditions on the lending process
A promising future for pilot financing
 
About Brandon Martini
Brandon Martini, COO and Co-Founder of Stratus Financial leads strategic initiatives and manages daily operations to foster growth and operational excellence. Under his leadership, Stratus Financial is committed to transforming the financial landscape with innovative, client-focused solutions. Brandon, an avid pilot since 2014, holds Commercial Pilot Certificates and CFI/CFII/MEI instructor ratings. He combines his flight instruction expertise and deep understanding of pilot student loans and private finance to innovate in the aviation industry.
 
Connect with Brandon
Website: Stratus Financial
Podcast: Aviation Mentors | Apple Podcasts and Spotify
 
Connect with Us
Website: Angel Flight West
LinkedIn: Alan Underwood 
YouTube: Plane Success
Instagram: @thealanunderwood
Facebook: Alan Underwood