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Welcome to Episode 199 of the Mile 40 Podcast! We sit down with Gian Shaw, a High-Stakes Authority Strategist, actor, stuntman, global host, and author of G-CODE. , for a conversation about what it actually takes to build a career in one of the most competitive industries in the world.
Gian traces his path from a disciplined, sports-driven childhood in Northern California to walking away from a guaranteed career in athletic training the day after college graduation, moving to Los Angeles with less than $300 to his name, and working odd jobs from lumping to catering while chasing his first break as an extra on a film set. He opens up about turning rejection into a numbers game, why he never once considered walking away even during a year with no bookings, and the conversation with Bryan Cranston that convinced him to stay in the game no matter how long it took.
More than just a Hollywood insider story, this conversation is packed with insight on reframing failure, playing the long game, and living without a safety net. Gian shines a light on the principles that ground him as a father, husband, and business leader, including how to turn discipline and gratitude into a daily practice,and how to channel setbacks into growth for yourself and those around you.
A key theme throughout is the power of persistence, self-belief, and consistency, whether you’re building a career, a reputation, or a family legacy. Tune in for inspiration, actionable takeaways, and a masterclass in betting on yourself, no plan B required.
Gian Shaw is a High-Stakes Authority Strategist, actor, stuntman, global host, and author of G-CODE. For more than 15 years, he has performed in high-pressure environments spanning Hollywood, live television, and global stages.
Today, Gian helps leaders and entrepreneurs become impossible to ignore by building the person their reputation, influence, and opportunities are built around. His work combines lessons from high-pressure performance with practical frameworks around identity, standards, presence, and decision-making. His philosophy is simple: everything is downstream from the person. Change the person, and you change what becomes possible in business, leadership, and life.
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