THE EIGHT

WHERE PURPOSE IS CLEAR, VISION IS BORN.

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We are The Eight

We are The Eight, a high performing mens team of world-class coaches, educators, and speakers. Our mission is to accelerate planetary change by empowering the lives of 500 million men with the tools and technology of liberation and transformation within a single generation. We recognize the mammoth task that lies ahead of us as a species, and we choose to rise to this challenge. We are committed to pioneering a new wave of masculine leadership, ensuring that our world not only survives, but thrives. Our vision is of a Class One civilization: a liberated, awakened humanity. We leverage our deep insights and embodiment of ancient wisdom traditions and developmental psychology to create lasting transformation. We are more than allies and brothers; we recognise we are the shoulders on which future generations will stand. In this vision we stand and rise together.

The Eight

The Eight

THE FOUNDERS

Rick William

Emotional Mastery Coach • Somatic Therapist
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Rick William is a Master Coach, Entrepreneur, and Meditation Teacher. Leveraging his expertise in developmental psychology, polyvagal theory and meditative practice, Rick empowers high-performing men to create lives of genuine fulfillment, instead of just empty success. His work helps men prioritize what truly matters – cultivating both external success and inner satisfaction, independence and thriving relationships, purpose and powerful self-expression.

Rick was C.E.O of one of the UK’s fastest growing fitness companies. His personal experience overcoming challenges like burnout, stress, relationship breakdowns, and a void of fulfillment led to his passion for helping men overcome them too.

His unique methodology integrates the best of western and eastern psychology, nervous system regulation, ingenious wisdom, relationship-building skills, and practical business strategies, guiding clients to their greatness. His A-list client base includes business owners, celebrity investors, and professionals from around the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia.

Rick’s works reaches hundreds of thousands world wide each month,  Rick supports his clientele around the world in bespoke 1 on 1 mentoring, and also offers free resources online and through his free app, “The Toolbox,” Based in Costa Rica with his wife, Rick continues to expand his influence and impact, with his first book, “Yes. Now. All of It.” due for release in 2025.

Voy Wiacek

Master Coach • Co-founder @themrmofficial
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Voy is a master coach, wilderness rite of passage guide and co-founder of Modern Renaissance Man. Through his one-on-one coaching, he guides high performers and creative visionaries to redefine their definition of success, freeing them from the relentless hustle, awakening their deepest strengths, and helping them lead more fulfilling lives.

After a successful career in the corporate world and launching multiple businesses, Voy set out on a profound journey of self-discovery. He’s learned from world-leading coaches, spiritual leaders, and indigenous cultures, creating a dynamic coaching methodology that digs deep to solve core issues. This method isn’t just about quick fixes: it’s about making lasting changes that empowers men to thrive in life, relationships, and business.

Voy’s coaching blends modern psychology, human behavior, and spiritual wisdom that lead to genuine transformation. He guides men to simplify their approach to life, focus on what truly matters, and build a life that is not only successful but also deeply satisfying.
Today, Voy’s influence spans globally, inspiring leaders, artists, and change makers to embrace a leadership style that values authenticity over perfection, and well-being over endless striving. His philosophy offers a powerful alternative to the relentless hustle, encouraging a purpose-driven path to success.

Jamin Heppell

Leadership Coach • Founder at Mountains and Marathons
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Jamin is a Master Coach, Emotional Intelligence and Relationship Expert, and Entrepreneur. Jamin was acknowledged as one of the top 20 leadership coaches to watch out for in 2021 by the Australian Business Journal, and Jamin’s clients have included senior executives of Fortune 500 companies, leaders of international non-profits, founders of multi-million dollar start-ups, leaders in Network Marketing companies, ex-military, industry leaders of real-estate, and many other extraordinary leaders.
Prior to creating Mountains and Marathons, Jamin had never ran more than a half marathon, he had endured 6 knee surgeries, and had only been overseas 3 times.

Since 2018, Jamin has lived in 50 different countries, ran a marathon in 6 continents, climbed Mt Everest Base Camp in Nepal twice, summited Mt Kilimanjaro 10 times, completed 4 ultra-marathons and made it into the Guinness Book of World Records for being a participant in the world’s highest obstacle course race on Mt Kilimanjaro in September 2021. In the last 6 years, Jamin has completely transformed his health, wealth, community, relationships and his beliefs about what’s possible.
Over the last 15 years, Jamin has led and participated in hundreds of transformational retreats, and is excited to empower a new wave of men to master the 6 Core Tenets of Embodied Masculine Leadership to drive the change our world needs today.

TODAY’S REALITY

Since the beginning of structured civilization, human beings have had an aversion to facing trauma. Specifically, shame, guilt and fear. This pattern has been carried down from generation to generation leading to transgenerational epigenetic trauma.

This has manifested itself in social structures and cultural norms that have created the highest rates in human history of depression, war, greed, illness, obesity, destruction of the planet, political unrest, and economic instability. Equally, at this time we are met with the most exciting and unique opportunity in human history.

If we rise to this occasion and weave wisdom and healing into the power of technology, worldwide communication, and A.I. we have the opportunity to create a Class One Civilization, a liberated humanity.

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THE TRIAD OF MASTERY

THE FOUR VOWS

VOW

I

In the presence of fear and uncertainty, I vow to be courageous, uphold total integrity and be a stand for freedom for the benefit of all beings.

VOW

II

In the pursuit of excellence, I vow to play all out whilst having a great time doing it.

VOW

III

I vow to act with unconditional love and deep compassion and generously serve all those in my life and beyond.

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IV

In pursuit of true freedom, I vow to dedicate myself to the path of enlightenment for the benefit of all.

NEXT STEPS

STEP 1

Submit your application

You will be notified within 3 days if you are accepted for an interview with one of the leadership team.

STEP 2

Interview with 3 Leaders of The Eight

You will be notified if you are accepted as a member of The Eight soon after the interview.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

WEEKLY CALLS

Weekly 90 minute video calls to receive support, accountability and raise our standard of excellence as leaders.

YEARLY RETREAT

An annual in person retreat experience to accelerate our individual, collective growth and mission.

IMPACT PROJECTS

Collaborating on projects that support our greater mission and vision to create a Class One Civilization.

WORLD CLASS TEACHERS

Opportunities to learn from other world class coaches and thought leaders.
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You cannot make men good by law: and without good

men you cannot have a good society

C.S. Lewis

common questions

FAQs

The Eight requires that you are 100% committed to:
Being part of ALL weekly 90 minute group calls. This may require that you move around current commitments, create new agreements with your family, adjust travel plans, shift your weekly structure, change important business meetings, etc. to make it work every week.

Being actively engaged in the group WhatsApp thread between calls.

Being accountable to any and all unfulfilled promises or broken agreements in your life and business, inside and outside of the Eight.

Being part of and doing whatever is required to be present on an immersive in-person experience held at a date yet to be determined in 2025

Immersive in-person experiences help foster deep connection between participants. Given part of the intention of this team is to be best friends and champions of one-another, it only makes sense to create intentional space for our connection to deepen, and to accelerate our growth as world-class coaches. So, in 2025, we will create an immersive in-person experience to bring us all together in shared space for a week of growth, connection and transformation.

Being part of and doing whatever is required to be present on an immersive in-person experience held at a date yet to be determined in 2025

The Eight is a not-for-profit initiative, and no-one benefits financially from your investment. 100% of funds go towards your experience being part of the Eight. The investment is $5,000 USD. This is to fund your immersive in-person experience as well as special moments throughout the year. Your investment also symbolizes your depth of commitment to being part of this potent team, as there is something “on the line.” Note: the Eight is not an incorporated company nor is it a registered not-for-profit. The money will be held and managed in a private account by one of the 3 leaders, Jamin, Voy or Rick. Complete transparency of financial accounts can be shared upon request.

If you accepted as a Founding Member of the Eight, and choose remain part of the Eight after the first 3 months (12 weeks), you will transfer $5,000 USD to a nominated leader.

We meet weekly for 90 minutes on Zoom and follow a similar structure each week that invites all of us to get deeply connected to one another and to contribute to our individual and collective growth, healing and transformation.

The Eight is founded and led by Rick William, Voy W, and Jamin Heppell.

Leadership of the Eight means that Rick, Voy and Jamin, will ensure that all systems and structures of the Eight are created and maintained in service to the fulfilment of the vision.

Being part of the Eight requires that you are willing to trust the leadership team to bring the vision to life, and that all changes are made to serve the vision.

For a minimum of 12 months of the Eight, Leadership will be maintained by Rick, Voy and Jamin. There will be opportunity’s for each man to contribute, bring his gifts and lead the group.

You can learn more about these three men in the “Leaders” section above.

You will submit your application via the link above.

You will hear from us within 3 days, whether you are invited to continue past the first round.

From here, you will be invited to an interview with all 3 Leaders of the Eight, and then you will be informed of the outcome of your application.

You will be informed via email.

If you are invited to be a member of the Eight you will receive a written agreement which stipulates everything you commit to, as being a Member of the Eight which we request that you review and sign.

The Eight is not a registered organization. It is founded on trust, integrity and commitment from all it’s members.

If you are selected as a founding member of the Eight, you will have 3 months (the first 12 weeks) to determine if you would like to continue being part of the Eight until the following year.

The number 8 embodies abundance, balance, and infinite potential, making it a powerful symbol for our group of eight men. It is also practical for small group work, buddy systems, and is a big enough number to feel like a group, and a small enough number to keep things intimate.
Part of the vision of the Eight is to grow into the world’s best coaches and/or therapists. Therefore, we keep selection exclusive to coaches and therapists who are on their path to becoming one of the best coaches and/or therapists in the world.
There is something distinct and potent when men gather to support one another to grow in life and business. We also acknowledge that the world needs an evolution in masculine leadership, and we are committed to helping drive this transformation by embodying this possibility.

To apply to the Eight you must:

  • Be over the age of 18
  • Have generated at least $200,000 USD in revenue from your coaching or therapy business in the past 12 months.
  • Identify as male
  • Have your shit together in your personal life
  • You must have received a direct invitation to apply by one of the Leaders.
As The Eight is invite only, please contact the member of the leadership team who invited you.

The Weekly 90 minute team calls are hosted on Zoom on Tuesday’s at 8pm Eastern Standard Time every week.

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We are The Eight, a high performing mens team of world-class coaches, educators, and speakers on mission is to accelerate planetary change.

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