Episodes

  • That time when I paid off all my student loan debt and became my own bank with Mark Willis
    Dec 18 2024

    Mark Willis, a Certified Financial Planner and three-time best-selling author, shares his journey from being buried in student loan debt to becoming his own banker. He discusses the challenges he faced during the 2008 financial crisis, the strategies he discovered to pay off his debt, and how he now helps clients grow their wealth in safe and predictable ways. Mark introduces the 'snowbank method,' an innovative approach to financial management that allows individuals to control their banking functions and build tax-free income for retirement.

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    8 mins
  • That time when she found her voice power with Daniel Erbe
    Nov 13 2024

    Award-winning singer and Army veteran Daniel Erbe discusses his transition to a public speaking coach. He shares a compelling story about helping a timid fashion model find her powerful voice, boosting her confidence for a public presentation. Daniel emphasizes the importance of mindset, body, and breath connection to command a stage with confidence. https://youtu.be/lpxcYJuFj68 https://www.facebook.com/danielerbe.official/

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    11 mins
  • The Time When I Used Humor to Transform People and Businesses with Adam Sietz
    Nov 6 2024

    Adam Sietz, an award-winning comedian, Broadway performer, and advocate for neurodiversity, shares his inspiring journey of overcoming self-doubt and disabilities. He explores how challenging the status quo, taking bold risks, and leveraging skills learned from his pioneering father in product placement, helped him secure major business opportunities. Adam highlights the role of improvisational thinking in enhancing communication and relationship-building, which led to his success on Broadway and working with various groups to boost confidence.

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    11 mins
  • That Time I Turned a 'No' into a 'Yes' with Ann Marie Sabath
    Oct 30 2024

    Ann Marie Sabath, a corporate entrepreneur turned small business consultant and author of 11 books, shares an inspiring story on BizHaps about perseverance and turning a 'no' into a 'yes'. She recounts her determination in securing a major client by investing six months and employing creative tactics, ending with a successful proposal. Anne Marie emphasizes the importance of risking failure to achieve success and highlights her strategies for building strong business relationships.

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    8 mins
  • The Time I Helped a mother and Daughter Break Through with Nellie Harden
    Oct 9 2024

    Navigating self-worth can be tricky for many, but it doesn't have to be. Enter Nellie Harden, an author and speaker who focuses on building foundational worth and confidence in young women and adults alike. She employs what she calls an EMP—emotional, mental, and physical guidebook—to personalize the journey toward self-empowerment.

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    8 mins
  • The Power of Human Connection in Business with Charles Read
    Aug 21 2024

    Charles shares a poignant story of how strong relationships with his staff and clients helped sustain his business during his wife's severe illness and after her passing. He emphasizes the importance of building a supportive team and nurturing connections for long-term success and resilience. Charles's experiences underline the significance of humanity and empathy in business.

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    6 mins
  • The time when I turned misfortune into a memorable moment with Richard Blank
    Aug 14 2024

    An inspiring story about pushing his car in the rain with a client, which turned into a memorable bonding experience. The conversation highlights the importance of vulnerability, human connections in business, and the dedication to overcoming challenges. Richard also discusses his business and the unique opportunities in Costa Rica.

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    6 mins
  • The Time When I Exposed Patent Office Incompetence with Noah Healy
    Aug 7 2024

    A market designer and game theorist, shares his harrowing tale of attempting to patent a superior market design system. Despite following all formal procedures and receiving initial acceptance, Noah's patent faced unexplained rejections and political pushback, leading to delays and appeals that are still ongoing. This episode uncovers the complexities and challenges within the patent approval process, highlighting systemic issues in economic systems and the crucial role of perseverance in the face of bureaucratic adversity.

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    10 mins