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July 7, 2025 53 mins

In this compelling episode of Braving Business, we sit down with James Swanwick—esteemed alcohol-free coach, investor, entrepreneur, and former ESPN SportsCenter anchor—who is revolutionizing how high-performing professionals view alcohol consumption. As the creator and founder of Project 90, a neuroscience-based program boasting a remarkable 98% success rate in reducing alcohol consumption, James offers profound insights into the transformative power of an alcohol-free lifestyle. His upcoming book, CLEAR: How to Achieve Success Without Alcohol, launching March 18, 2025, promises to be a game-changer for entrepreneurs, executives, and health enthusiasts alike.

Key Topics Covered:

Alcohol-Free Wealth: Discover how cutting back on drinking can dramatically enhance your career, family life, and financial standing.

Breaking the Stigma: Learn why abandoning alcohol is becoming the ultimate status symbol among high performers.

The Neuroscience of Quitting Alcohol: Delve into the science behind Project 90's exceptional success rate, starkly contrasting with traditional methods like AA.

Main Insights:

James shares his journey from a high-profile media career to becoming a leading figure in the alcohol-free movement. His expertise, featured on popular podcasts like High Intensity Health and Lead On Purpose with James Laughlin, underscores the profound impact of ditching alcohol on personal and professional success.

Actionable Takeaways:

1

Reframe Your Perspective: Understand the hidden costs of alcohol on your productivity and health.

2

Adopt Science-Backed Strategies: Leverage neuroscience-based techniques to reduce alcohol consumption and boost clarity.

3

Embrace New Norms: Position yourself as a forward-thinking leader by making alcohol-free living a status symbol.

Tune in and discover how an alcohol-free lifestyle could be the key to unlocking your full potential in both business and life.

Connect with James:

www.jamesswanwick.com

IG: @jamesswanwick

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesswanwick

Contact us:

www.BravingBusiness.com - Co-Hosted by Tal Zlotnitsky & PJ Benoit

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