Former NFL player Cory Procter shares how the structure and pressure of pro football shaped his mindset—and how those patterns carried overwhen he transitioned into the business of wealth management. He opens up about struggling with identity after leaving the league and how faith, discipline, and self-honesty helped him rebuild his foundation.

Cory mentions the power of clear, repeatable processes and precise communication. He shares how a mentor influenced his approach not only in wealth management but also in evaluating other professionals, emphasizing confidence that comes from well-honed systems. Cory connects leadership to accountability, teamwork, and faith in his and others’ abilities, explaining how his own growth required healing and self-awareness before leading others effectively. He values putting the right people in the right roles, making fast decisions, and cultivating motivated team members. Cory also highlights the importance of a compelling vision that aligns with each team member’s personal goals, supporting their growth beyond the business itself to foster loyalty and success.

Along the way, Cory throws in a few golden nuggets about wealth management, including the crucial importance of having a trust in place.

About Cory Procter:

Cory was born and raised in Washington State. He earned a scholarship at the University of Montana where he made the dean’s list, was an honor student, and an All-American on the football team. He went undrafted into the NFL where he played 6 years with the Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, and Miami Dolphins.

After his career in the NFL he launched Pro Capital Wealth Management in Southlake, TX where his firm provides comprehensive financial planning with a focus in asset protection based on his own story of lawsuit and loss. He speaks regularly to companies, organizations, conferences, and churches on various financial topics and his faith.

Cory also serves as a board member for Majesty Outdoors. Majesty serves fatherless children and single mothers in need to develop a sense of purpose, build strong character, and discover their unique talents and abilities.

In his free time, he enjoys being outdoors hunting, fishing, and hanging at the ranch. He also loves to travel and explore new places.

Cory resides in Trophy Club, TX with his wife, Megan, who is an estate planning attorney and their three children, Grace, Hank, and Faith.

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When small business owners struggle to adapt, it’s often not just a tech issue—it’s a purpose and awareness issue. Larry Mandelberg explains that knowing what value you offer, who needs it, and how to deliver it is what truly positions you to pivot. Without clarity of purpose and vision, it’s hard to make strategic decisions under pressure.

Larry outlines key warning signs that a business is being undermined by its own success: resistance to change, duplicated work, roles shaped by personal preferences instead of organizational needs, and recurring problems that never get fully resolved. He stresses that these issues often stem from fixing symptoms, not root causes. Inconsistent treatment of clients is another red flag—one that demands clear, documented policies to ensure fairness and avoid confusion as the company grows.

As businesses grow, leaders must rely on middle management and shared vision to maintain alignment. Mandelberg presents a proven framework for sustainable growth, rooted in human behavior. He emphasizes self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and coaching as keys to unlearning habits that no longer serve.

About Larry Mandelberg:

Larry Mandelberg from Bordeaux, France, solves complex problems.

This consultant, speaker and author represents the 5th generation of his family’s business and 170 years of experience with organizational success.

Larry has launched four start-ups, led a merger, and performed a successful turnaround. (That’s evidence of six complex problems, solved.) A prolific writer, Larry has published more than 80 columns.

As a sought-after speaker, Mandelberg has delivered more than 60 business-changing keynotes and workshops. He has been a guest on television and radio programs talking about business and entrepreneurship.

His new book, Businesses Don't Fail, They Commit Suicide presents 23 years of primary research into why businesses fail from an entertaining and thought provoking perspective.

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Filmmaker and adventurer Barry Walton shares how failure became a foundation for growth—and why the stories we tell ourselves are rarely the full truth. He explores the idea that truth isn’t something we own but something we test and refine in community. From early childhood setbacks to major film projects that didn’t go as planned, Barry reflects on reframing failure, pushing through doubt, and the courage it takes to truly listen.

Barry and I dive into the nuanced tension between persistence and knowing when to pivot. We explore how decision-making isn’t always logical—it’s often guided by heart, spirit, and the deeper questions we’re willing to ask ourselves. We also touch on how language shapes perception, and why shifting our focus change everything.

Barry shares his experience filming Empty America during the 2020 lockdowns—capturing a nation in eerie stillness. From deserted highways to ghost-town cities like Vegas and NYC, the compliance was staggering. What began as a trip to the Utah desert turned into a haunting cross-country quest for truth. The silence raised questions many were too afraid to ask. Many bonded over one key factor, and that bond makes it hard to look back and question. Barry likens it to unaddressed trauma: one moment can reshape a life, especially when no one wants to revisit it.

About Barry Walton:

Barry Walton from Florida is an Emmy Award-winning producer and author whose work spans documentary, commercial, and narrative storytelling. As the founder of Endless Media, he’s spent his career bringing impactful stories to life for brands, sports franchises, and networks like FOX Sports and IPG | Mediabrands. His documentary and branded content have earned multiple industry accolades, including the Golden Matrix Award. As an author, Barry has published two books — Empty America, a haunting exploration of the U.S. during the first global pLan-demic, and his latest, The Unknown Adventurer, a deeply personal journey that explores love, God, philosophy, and life’s biggest questions. Barry’s work — whether on screen or on the page — is driven by a commitment to truth, curiosity, and storytelling that connects us to something greater.

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