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On this episode of A Shot of Inspiration podcast with host Greg Stephens and guest host Endio Magel, we sit down with Ainara Almeida for an open and inspiring conversation about authenticity, purpose, and courage. Ainara shares her story of breaking barriers, embracing identity, and choosing boldness over comfort. Together, they explore what it means to live authentically, create meaningful impact, and stay aligned with who you truly are. It’s a powerful reminder that your voice and choices matter more than you think.

3 Key Takeaways

• Authenticity shapes purpose
• Courage creates opportunity
• Your story inspires others

About Ainara:

Ainara Almeida is the founder of Flow State Collective, a movement and community-driven platform designed to help individuals and organizations live in alignment with their true potential. With a natural gift for creating intentional, transformative spaces, Ainara leads retreats, gatherings, and corporate events that spark clarity, ignite creativity, and build confidence.

Flow State is more than just an experience—it’s a movement of people choosing to live in alignment, embrace authentic connection, and shape the reality they desire. Rooted in love, presence, and possibility, Ainara’s work creates ripple effects of empowerment and growth that continue to expand everywhere she goes.

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On A Shot of Inspiration podcast with host Greg Stephens and guest Tressa Fernandez, Tressa shares her powerful journey from a stable 17-year government career to boldly stepping into her calling as a speaker, mentor, and encourager. With a heart for helping others move from fear to faith and from survival to purpose, Tressa opens up about finding her voice, leading with compassion, and calling out the greatness in others.

3 Key Takeaways

• Your purpose won’t wait for comfort.
• Awareness is the first step to freedom.
• Real leadership sees and calls out the good in others.

About Tressa:

Tressa Fernandez is a speaker, author, and purpose igniter on a mission to help others step boldly into their God-given calling. After nearly two decades in government leadership, she is now focused on inspirational speaking—equipping people to lead with confidence and live in alignment with God's voice.

Through her platform When She Speaks, Tressa creates transformational spaces where individuals discover their identity, develop their voice, and grow into impactful, Christ-centered leaders. She is also the author of God is Speaking: Are You Listening?, a powerful collection of personal testimonies about learning to recognize and respond to God's voice in everyday life.

Tressa inspires audiences to overcome fear, embrace their unique calling, and lead with faith, integrity, and kingdom purpose.

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Tressa's Website:  https://whenshespeaks.faith/

Tressa's Book:  God is Speaking, Are You Listening?: A Collection of Testimonies:  https://www.amazon.com/God-Speaking-Are-You-Listening/dp/1662805209

Tressa's LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tressa-fernandez-1296863b/

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On this episode of A Shot of Inspiration podcast, host Greg Stephens sits down with author and executive coach Adam Fleming for a rich, real conversation on leadership, failure, transformation, and legacy. From his early woodworking days to coaching global executives, Adam shares stories of deep growth and what it really means to believe in people—especially when they fail. Plus, hear how a hiking trip across Spain inspired his newest book The Legacy Way.

✅ 3 Key Takeaways

• Failure isn’t fatal—it’s where growth begins
• Coaching starts with listening, not advising
• A true legacy begins with letting go

About Adam:

Adam G. Fleming has been described as “the most down-to-earth person I know” and “the friendliest guy on the Camino.” A Tom Sawyer at heart, Adam leads others into lives of adventure, beauty, motivation, and meaningful change.

With 18 years of experience as an executive coach, Adam works with everyone from Fortune 1000 leaders to missionaries and artists. He’s also a global coach trainer, having taught in places like DR Congo and Egypt, and currently serves as a lead pastor and novelist.

Adam married Megan in 1998. They have four children—and are thrilled to welcome their first daughter-in-law in August 2025. He loves hiking, travel, books, and cheering on his teens at soccer games and school plays.

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On this episode of A Shot of Inspiration with host Greg Stephens, guest Tyler Jorgenson shares how hitting rock bottom in 2008—with a negative $17K balance and a growing family—became the spark for rebuilding his life. Instead of freezing, he moved. That movement led to international success, personal freedom, and a mission to help others launch shows of their own.

3 Key Takeaways:

• Movement creates opportunity—even when you’re at zero.
• Personal brand matters, especially for introverts.
• Entrepreneurship is about solving problems with creativity and courage.

About Tyler:

Tyler Jorgenson is a serial entrepreneur, media strategist, and Rich Dad® Business Expert. He’s the founder of Bern Media, a premium content agency helping industry leaders turn their personal brands into media empires. As host of BizNinja® Entrepreneur Radio, Tyler has interviewed 400+ top entrepreneurs—from billionaires and bestselling authors to Shark Tank alumni. After losing everything in the 2008 crash, he rebuilt from scratch, earned an MBA from USC, and launched ventures that generated millions. Today, he helps 7-figure founders scale their impact and income by building authority through media. If you’re ready to stop playing small and start being known, Tyler’s the one who helps you own the spotlight.

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Tyler's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylerdjorgenson/

Tyler's Website: https://www.tylerjorgenson.com

Tyler's Company: https://www.BernMedia.co

Tyler's Podcast: https://www.BizNinjaRadio.com

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On A Shot of Inspiration, host Greg Stephens talks with Greg Peters, a self-described “reluctant networker” who turned his fear into a superpower. Now a coach, author, and podcast host, Greg shares how to build meaningful business relationships…even if you're introverted or hesitant.

3 Key Takeaways:

• You don’t have to be extroverted to be a great networker
• Small steps can lead to powerful professional growth
• Real networking is about authentic connection, not selling

About Greg:

Greg Peters is a self-proclaimed “reluctant networker” turned networking expert. A computer programmer by training, Greg once dreaded making connections, but through practice and perseverance, he transformed that reluctance into a strength. He built a successful web development business using the very networking skills he once avoided.

Today, Greg is the co-founder of Third Generation Networking, where he coaches individuals, trains teams, and speaks to organizations about building genuine connections. He’s a past Chapter President of the National Speakers Association, author of Hello and a Handshake: A Reluctant Networker’s Guide to Survival and Success at Your Next Business Gathering, and host of the Third Generation Networking podcast.

Greg helps others move from hesitation to confidence…one connection at a time.

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Website: https://thereluctantnetworker.com  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thereluctantnetworker/

Email: [email protected]

Book:  Hello and a Handshake: https://bit.ly/4lAWw4Q

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On this episode of A Shot of Inspiration, host Greg Stephens sits down with author, speaker, and Motivational Listener D. Scott Smith for a powerful conversation about connection, community, and what it really takes to show up and win. From launching a radio show in a new city to helping people remember how remarkable they are, Scott shares wisdom, warmth, and practical takeaways that will stick with you long after the episode ends.

3 Key Takeaways:

• Motivational listening changes lives — and brains
• Connection is strategy, not luck
• You’ll find what you’re looking for in every community

About D. Scott:

D. Scott Smith is a speaker, coach, and global mentor known as a Motivational Listener. He helps individuals and businesses bridge the gap between strategy and execution. Scott serves as Executive Director at Edvocation, Board VP at UPLIFT Leadership, and is available as a Fractional Chief of Staff. He co-hosts The WACO Experience, The EXPERIENCE Live with Russ and Scott, and Virtual Global Tea Break.

Scott is the author of Networking for Students, Business Networking: A Scientific Method, and FREEZE: Inaction in the Face of Business Crisis. A former CEO and entrepreneur, he brings decades of insight…and a bass guitar to every conversation. He and his wife, Christine, celebrate 41 years of marriage in 2025.

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Website: https://www.dscottsmith.com/

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dscottsmith/

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.scottsmith/

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Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/D-Scott-Smith/e/B07K77WDPM

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What if the story you’ve been through could become your greatest asset? On this episode of A Shot of Inspiration, host Greg Stephens welcomes bestselling author and publishing powerhouse Aurora Winter to unpack how storytelling can turn pain into purpose—and words into wealth. From grief to growth, from AI to IP, this episode is packed with insight, heart, and hope.

 3 Short Key Takeaways:

• Your story holds gold—don’t wait to share it.
• Pivots are scary but necessary for growth.
• Publishing is more than a book—it’s a business move.

About Aurora:

Aurora Winter, MBA, is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, TV writer-producer, and founder of SamePagePublishing.com. With a background in both neuroscience and film, Aurora specializes in helping leaders craft unforgettable stories that grow brands, launch books, and build thriving businesses. Her award-winning titles include Turn Words Into Wealth and Magic, Mystery, and the Multiverse testaments to her creative range and business insight.

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In this powerful episode of A Shot of Inspiration, host Greg Stephens welcomes mindset coach and author Nina Cooke, who reveals how childhood trauma and imposter syndrome quietly sabotage even the most successful entrepreneurs. With raw honesty and proven wisdom, Nina shares how rewriting your internal story leads to unshakable confidence, higher profits, and personal peace. If you’ve ever hidden in the shadows of your potential — this is your wake-up call.

Key Takeaways:

• Your old story doesn’t define your future
• Beliefs can be rewritten — permanently
• Self-care isn’t selfish, it’s success fuel

About Nina:

Nina Cooke helps six- and seven-figure entrepreneurs create an unstoppable mindset to build authority and boost their profits.

She has worked with 100s of established entrepreneurs, helping them to increase their income by up to 800%.

 Nina is the co-author of Renegade Mindset: A Financial Advisor’s Guide to a Peak Performance Mindset.

 She is also the host of the Wealthy Advisor Mindset Podcast and has been featured in Entrepreneur magazine and on BBC Radio.

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In this episode of A Shot of Inspiration, host Greg Stephens sits down with Sande Golgart for a powerful conversation on spiritual growth, the illusion of control, and why true strength comes from love, awareness, and living without fear. Sande shares how science, breathwork, and ancient practices led him back to a deep, personal understanding of God—and how anyone can access that same peace by becoming their authentic self.

3 Short Takeaways

• You're always promoted and protected.
• Stress comes from resisting what is.
• Your highest self is loving and authentic.

About Sande:

Sande Golgart is a seasoned executive with nearly 30 years of leadership experience and a core belief that clarity is the ultimate superpower. He helps teams and organizations find true alignment, knowing that thriving people lead to sustainable success. Sande’s approach is rooted in research and real-world impact: happiness fuels performance, and diverse, aligned teams always outperform individuals.

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In this inspiring episode of A Shot of Inspiration, host Greg Stephens sits down with speaker and author Kassi Kincaid, whose children's literacy program grew from a preschool event into a global movement. Kassi shares how creativity, heartbreak, faith, and a surprise angel investor shaped her path from business school to world-changing leadership. Discover how setbacks can become divine setups.

3 Key Takeaways:

1. Creativity drives impact.
2. Purpose can start by accident.
3. Rejection often clears the way

About Kassi:

Kassi Kincaid is a leading voice in creative leadership—on a mission to help people turn bold ideas into lasting impact. As a speaker, trainer, and author, she equips leaders and teams with practical creativity tools that spark innovation and drive change. She’s also the founder of Book Days, a global children’s literacy movement that proves even small ideas can go big. Kassi believes everyone is creative—and when we learn how to use that creativity with purpose, we lead better, connect deeper, and inspire more.

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