The Journey with Clayton Nelson

At 20, Amanda McCreight flew to Atlanta with three suitcases and moved in with Jesse Itzler and Sara Blakely. It started at a book signing she went to just to say thank you. So how did she pull it off?

On this episode of The Journey, Amanda takes me through what happened between that book signing and the move. We get into why she put her plans to become a physician assistant on hold, how she followed up when her emails were getting lost, and what happened on the FaceTime that changed the next five years of her...

In this episode, I share that moment and why it reminded me that the people we admire aren't random. We look up to certain people because they reflect something that's already inside of us—something we're meant to become if we're willing to take the chance.

If you've ever wondered why you're drawn to certain people or felt called to something bigger, this episode is for you.

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The questions you ask yourself determine the actions you take. In this episode, I share a simple conversation from a car ride that completely shifted the way I think about fear and confidence. We break down how changing one question—from "Am I bothering them?" to "How good is this conversation going to be?" can transform your mindset, your performance, and ultimately your life.

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Life isn't fair—and that's one of the greatest advantages you'll ever have.

Tony Robbins taught me "Life Isn't Fair" Most people fight that reality. I believe learning to embrace it changes everything.

When you stop expecting life to be fair and start using every challenge as fuel, you begin to see that what's happening isn't holding you back—it's preparing you for what's next.

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I share why I believe everyone has an unfair advantage and there's a good chance it was created by a situation that once felt incredibly unfair.

I open up about one of the hardest experiences of my life and how it became the very thing that shaped me, gave me perspective, and created the strengths. The struggles you wish never happened may be the exact reason you're capable of doing what others can't.

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Everyone has an unfair advantage. Have you found yours?

We all have different experiences, challenges, and stories that have shaped who we are. 

The experiences you've been through have given you something that nobody else has, and that's your biggest advantage.

Figure out what makes you different, own it, and use it to make an impact.

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In this episode, I share why creating a compelling future has become one of the most important practices in my life. When you have a vision that excites you, a goal that pulls you forward, and belief in the end of your story, it's easier to show up every day with enthusiasm, confidence, and purpose—even when things are uncertain.

I talk about how this mindset helped me lead my car group to win The Rally, why the future you believe in directly impacts the energy you bring to your team, and how having a bigger vision ca...

How do you keep your energy and enthusiasm when life feels uncertain?

In this episode, I share one belief that has changed the way I approach challenges, setbacks, and difficult seasons: believing in the end of my story.

I talk about how trusting that things will work out in the end allows me to stay optimistic, take bigger risks, and keep moving forward even when I don't have all the answers. This mindset has helped me maintain energy, enthusiasm, and belief during some of the most uncertain moments of my life.

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In this episode, I share a lesson I took away from my best friend's wedding: every season of life comes to an end.

We spend so much time chasing what's next that we forget to appreciate what's right in front of us. The season you're in right now won't last forever, which is exactly what makes it so valuable.

I talk about why life's temporary nature gives it meaning and how learning to be present can help us appreciate the people, experiences, and moments we have today.

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I break down the concept of “Be. Do. Have.” and how changing my identity changed everything for me.

For a long time, I thought success worked like: have something first, then do the work, then become confident. But I realized the order is actually the opposite. If you want a certain life, you first have to become the type of person capable of creating it.

Once you truly believe you are that person, your actions start to change. You begin doing the things that version of you would do consistently. And eventually, you have the resu...

In this episode, I talk about the 3 things that helped us build the #1 car group in the region. I break down how I create culture, get total buy-in from my guys, and build an environment people want to be a part of.

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In this episode, I share what I call the “Red Bottoms Method” — the idea that when things get hard, you stop focusing on yourself and start supporting others.

I talk about how this mindset was inspired by a girl on our sales team who had the biggest support at our marathon because she’s always the first person supporting everyone else. It’s also the same mindset that helped me finish my Ironman.

I also give a life update from my first summer doing door-to-door sales to where I am now, and share the story of an 18-y...

Two Aprils ago, I met Doug Cartwright on a retreat — and that moment changed the direction of my life.

In this episode, I’m a guest on Doug’s podcast, sharing the full story of how I got introduced to door-to-door sales… and how it completely transformed who I am.

After meeting Doug, he connected me with Zack Anderson — and just two and a half weeks later, I was on a flight to Illinois. I didn’t know the people. I didn’t know the product. But I had a vision for something bigger.

We talk abou...

Suli is one of the top door-to-door reps in the industry — a multi-Golden Door winner and one of the best to ever do it.

But she wasn’t always this person.

In this episode, we break down the mindset she built to become elite. She shares how she had to grow into the version of herself capable of performing at the highest level- because growing up, she wasn’t naturally “supposed” to end up here.

We talk about:

Jayden Robarge shares the story of the car crash that broke her neck and changed the direction of her life forever. She was in a car with her best friends. One of them didn’t make it home.

We talk about how she processed the trauma, how she found strength in the darkest moments, and how she rebuilt her confidence and identity.

Today, she owns Ash and Ice and helps others grow through intentional discomfort — sauna, cold plunge, and mental resilience.

This episode will challenge you to think about how you respond when life...

Jake shares:

• How he developed belief in himself
• The moments that shaped his identity
• His biggest advice for building confidence

If you want to learn how he built his self-confidence- listen to this.

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One year ago, Caleb Moller sat down with me for a podcast. Since then, a lot has changed.

In the last 12 months, we’ve:

In this episode, we break down what actually shifted.

We talk about:

Three years ago at Running Man, I met Jeremy St. Onge. I didn’t know it at the time, but that friendship would change the trajectory of my life.

Jeremy is the reason I ran my first 100-mile race. He coached me through it, served as my crew chief, and believed in me before I fully believed in myself. 

In this episode, we talk about:

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When we recorded this, the intention wasn’t content—it was perspective. This was a conversation we wanted to save for ourselves, something to listen back to years from now and remember who we were in this season of life.

We talk honestly about the life experiences that shaped us, the moments that forced growth, and the paths that led us to where we are today. We also reflect on what we think our older selves would say to us—what advice they’d give, what they’d warn us about, and what they’d remind us not to forge...

In this episode, I sit down with Mason Woodward—someone I’ve been connected with online for over two years. We finally met in person, and the timing couldn’t have been better.

We talk about how door-to-door sales became our version of sports, why competition and discipline translate so well from athletics to sales, and how social media played a massive role in creating opportunities before we ever met face-to-face.

This conversation dives into our D2D journeys, the lessons learned along the way, and our shared vision to build a team that h...

In this episode, I sit down with Tyce and Kaysen Stevens — two brothers who are changing the game in the door-to-door solar industry.

They’ve built one of the most energetic and fun cultures in the space — from running high-energy sales offices to knocking doors with their mom, who now works full-time in their solar company. We dive into how they’ve built that culture, where their energy comes from, and how they’ve turned their passion into a movement.

We also talk about their viral project, “Not a Thrift Store,”...

In this episode, I sit down with Tyler Gleed — the manager of my team and one of the best leaders I’ve ever been around.

Tyler has played a huge role in my journey in door-to-door, and his ability to hold both himself and others to a high standard is something that sets him apart. He leads through example — not words — and it’s what makes his leadership so impactful.

In this conversation, Tyler breaks down what makes great leadership work, how to hold yourself to a higher standard, and how to...

In this episode, I sit down with Nour Sanif, a leader in the door-to-door industry who’s changing the game when it comes to branding.

In just two years, Nour has built one of the strongest brands in the entire D2D space with his movement, “Polite.” We dive into how and why he built it, what it stands for, and how it’s reshaping the way people think about brand and culture in sales.

Nour shares the blueprint — how to build a brand from scratch, how to make peo...

In this episode, I sit down with Cam Bertok, a leader in the door-to-door solar industry and someone who’s put in the work to become the man, leader, and husband he is today.

Cam shares his journey of growth — the lessons, challenges, and moments that shaped him. He shares about what he’s learned throughout his career, the mistakes we can learn from, and what he believes he’s done really well when it comes to leading people.

If you want to become a better leader — listen to this one.

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In this episode, I sit down with Tyler Muhonen, a 20-year-old D2D sales rep who’s made more money and built more momentum than most people twice his age- but his story isn’t about success, it’s about transformation.

For most of his life, Tyler battled deep depression and suicidal thoughts- even sharing the moment he called the suicide hotline. He comes from a loving family, but admits that for a long time, his ego and desire for independence kept him from accepting that love.

He shares how he’s no longer living with dep...

This episode is all about the biggest lesson I learned from running 100 miles — and it’s not about running.

It’s about people.

This race would’ve been completely different if I did it alone. Training with Caleb every day for seven months, having my mom, my sister, Jeremy, and our families there to support us — that’s what made this experience what it was.

At mile 50, I hit my wall. I didn’t want to go any further. And that’s when Jeremy jumped in and ran 12 miles with me. Those miles changed everythi...

In this episode, I reflect on my experience at Running Man just a week ago. This was my third time going, and every single time I walk away with the same reminder: proximity is power.

I share why events like this are so powerful for me and how they’ve shown me the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. For example, when I tell most people I’m running a 100-mile race, they think it’s insane. But at Running Man, it’s normal—the standard. Instead of calling me crazy, people gave me advice...

In this episode, I’m sitting above the Running Man festival, my third year in a row being here. Every single time I come, it changes my life.

I talk about why these events mean so much to me, the power of the friendships and relationships I’ve built here, and how being around the right energy has completely shifted my perspective.

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In this episode, I open up about the dilemma I’ve been wrestling with: What path should I fully commit to right now? I talk through the questions I’ve been asking myself—Who am I trying to become? What mission am I really here to pursue?

This is a raw, honest conversation about seeking clarity, choosing direction, and trusting the process while still figuring it out. If you’ve ever felt pulled between different paths or questioned what your life’s mission truly is, this episode will resonate with you.

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This week, I reflect on my summer as it comes to an end. I set a huge sales goal—and I didn’t even come close. But instead of seeing it as a failure, I share why I believe it was still a success.

I talk about how I’m processing the gap between expectation and reality, and why I don’t owe my past self an apology or need to feel sorry for myself. What I do owe is my future self a chance. There’s too much at stake to sit in self-pity.

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In this episode, I share one of my favorite parts about the work I do: the people I get to meet. Every day I cross paths with people at different stages of life, and those conversations often teach me lessons I’ll carry forever. Recently, an older couple shared something simple but powerful with me—“life is worth enjoying.”

That advice stuck with me, and in this episode I talk about what it means in my own journey. I reflect on where I’m at right now, the season I’m in, and how I’m learning to slow down...

This week, I had a conversation that hit deep—someone asked me, “How do I know if I’m in the right spot in life?”

They were constantly looking for other people’s approval to feel like they were on the right path. I’ve been there, but I’ve learned to have blind faith in my mission—without needing anyone else to tell me I’m doing the right thing.

In this episode, I share how I keep my confidence and trust the bigger picture, even when what I’m doing now isn’t my ultimate goal. We t...

In this episode, I talk about the power of pushing through—resting at the end, not in the middle.

Life has been non-stop lately, with little sleep and barely any downtime. But instead of feeling drained, I’ve been more energized and alive than ever. I share why I’ve been loving the grind, what’s fueling me to keep going, and how you can tap into that same drive when life gets crazy.

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In this episode, I talk about the power of words—and how what you say out loud can shape how you think, feel, and show up every day. I reflect on a story Jesse Itzler shared about running a 100-mile race, and how his self-talk carried him through the darkest moments.

I also share how one of the most impactful mentors in my life, Coach Old May, used to tell me, “We don’t have time for bad days.” That mindset stuck with me—and I believe it’s one of the reasons I’m such a joyful and gro...

The last two weeks? Brutal. My car group bageled—zero deals and no money made- but somehow, our energy never dipped. We stayed locked in, encouraged each other, and kept pressing forward with faith that something would eventually break our way. And it did.

In this episode, I share the story of what happened, how we pushed through it, and why I believe struggle is where the real growth happens. It’s okay to have bad days or even bad weeks—but bend, don’t break. The only way you lose is if you quit.

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This week was tough. I kept thinking about the future—my goals, my dreams, the places I want to go, and the life I want to build. But while I was out knocking doors, those thoughts started messing with my flow and intention on the doors. 

I share how i'm going to fix this.

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In this episode, I reveal what I believe is my greatest superpower—and how it’s completely shaped the way I live life.

Through two powerful stories, I break down how I’ve learned to see the greatness in others and help bring it out of them. I also share how my ability to stay present and recognize that I’m living in the “good ole days” keeps me joyful, grateful, and grounded—even on the hard days.

If you listen to this episode, you’ll understand exactly what I mean—and more importantly, how you can implement...

Last week was my PR week, so we came into this week with momentum. Monday started with a same-day close on the first door and another one that night for Jordan. I ended the week with four, including another same-day close on Saturday.

But during that last close… something hit me.

Even though I care so much about hitting my goals, I realized how small my problems really are. I get to do what I love, with people I care about, and I live a life I’m proud of. This episode is about that mome...

Jax jumped into door-to-door sales right after high school. After he saw early success, he hit a wall. He talks about a life-changing call with his dad that turned everything around. By locking in his mindset and focusing on building himself, he not only bought his first house before 21 but also built a thriving team. 

Listen to this podcast if you want to learn how locking in on your vision can change your life. Hear how to become a better leader, build influence, and lead a winning team.

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In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Carter Pilling—a leader who helped shape my journey and show me what’s possible. We talk about how he built unshakable self-belief, led his car group to dominate, and how his mindset shifted everything.

Carter opens up about leading his family from a young age, how door-to-door sales changed his life, and the impact of choosing the right life partner. If you’ve ever struggled with confidence, this one will light a fire in you.

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