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Mindset, NLP, and Success Tips from Athin Cassiotis
The Joy of Living Podcast with Barry Shore
Athin Cassiotis is a transformational business strategist, international speaker, and host of the Business Growth Show. From high school dropout to MBA graduate and elite-level coach, Athin’s journey is a masterclass in self-leadership, personal reinvention, and purpose-driven success.
As an NLP Master Practitioner, Athin helps individuals and companies unlock their true potential by shifting mindset, mastering communication, and building environments that foster real growth. He’s consulted for billion-dollar companies like Westfield, coached high performers around the globe, and spoken on iconic stages—including the Sydney Opera House.
Through his mission to empower others, Athin blends tactical wisdom with heart-led purpose, proving that when you invest in yourself, everything around you transforms.
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Show Notes:
[10.00] Rewiring the Mind: NLP and the Power of Awareness
- Athin breaks down NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) as a tool for decoding human behavior and improving communication.
- Awareness is everything: the more you understand how your own and others’ minds work, the more you can grow in life and business.
- Our brains filter millions of bits of information down to about 150 bits—what we focus on is what shapes our world.
- The Reticular Activating System (RAS) helps us notice what matters most to us; it’s why once you want a Tesla, you see them everywhere.
- Athin explains the “delete, distort, generalize” model—how we unconsciously simplify the world.
- Ask better questions to reveal deeper truths: “what” and “how” questions go deeper than “why.”
- NLP isn’t just for coaches—it’s a life skill for anyone wanting better relationships and personal clarity.
[19.00] From Dropout to MBA: Redefining the Learning Journey
- Athin shares how being a high school dropout didn’t stop him from ultimately earning an MBA and creating a thriving business career.
- His success story proves that experience and grit can outweigh traditional academic paths.
- Discipline isn’t about loving the process—it’s about knowing the long-term payoff is worth it.
- Athin credits early wins in sports like tennis and soccer to his mindset of persistence, not raw talent.
- He highlights that the greatest investment he ever made wasn’t in stocks or real estate—it was in himself.
- Hundreds of thousands spent on personal and professional development led to growth, confidence, and impact.
- His journey underscores that anyone can rewrite their story with belief, consistency, and strategy.
[28.00] The Three Game-Changing Habits: Commit, Act, Celebrate
- Commitment is more than a decision—it’s a full-body yes to showing up, even when it’s uncomfortable.
- Athin breaks down how writing down your goals makes the invisible visible—a direct path to manifestation.
- “If you don’t pay, you don’t pay attention”: he treated a free seminar like a $4,000 event and got massive returns.
- Note-taking isn’t just for memory—it’s a way to imprint learning and drive action.
- He saved Westfield, a major shopping center group, millions by taking action on just one insight.
- Celebrate the small wins: momentum builds when we pause to acknowledge progress.
- The journey matters more than the destination—and joy is found in movement, not perfection.
- Barry shares that joy is the “Journey of You”—and celebrating helps keep your energy high.
[38.00] Building a Growth Environment: Choose Your Circle, Choose Your Future
- Athin attributes much of his transformation to changing his environment—moving from a conservative town to a vibrant city.
- “You are who you associate with” isn’t a cute quote—it’s a reality that determines your ceiling.
- He urges listeners to evaluate their five closest relationships: are they helping you rise or holding you back?
- The environment isn’t just physical; it’s energetic, mental, and emotional.
- Barry encourages unplugging from media and curating your digital and physical space with intention.
- The freedom mindset in places like America and Australia supports those willing to take personal responsibility.
- Athin shares that every challenge is an invitation to grow if you’re willing to shift perspective.
- Your environment is your hidden accelerator or silent saboteur—choose wisely.
[48.00] Purpose, Service, and the Ripple Effect
- Athin reveals his most passionate desire: to help others live better lives through coaching, speaking, and mentorship.
- He believes deeply in the ripple effect: when you grow, you naturally help others do the same.
- Life is more fulfilling when you’re not just building success, but significance.
- Barry gifts Athin with a custom acronym: A.T.H.I.N. = Awareness Transforms Helping Inspire Nobility.
- The episode ends with a joyful exchange of gratitude, hugs, and a reminder to live with purpose.
- Barry reaffirms the show’s core message: choice, not chance, determines your destiny.
- Kindness, celebration, and fun are not extras—they’re essential ingredients for a joyful, impactful life.
- “Go MAD” becomes a call to action: Go Make A Difference.
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About Athin Cassiotis
Athin Cassiotis is a Business Growth Expert, Investor, International Speaker, Coach, Mentor, Consultant, and Podcast Host. He helps business owners grow and scale their business to create wealth and freedom. From dropping out of high school, told he would never be able to study and would never be successful, Athin Cassiotis has helped 1000’s of businesses in over 30 industries across 10 countries start, grow and scale

