Another Way to Play

Today I had the pleasure of speaking with the founders of Tripawds.com, Jim Nelson, and Rene Agredano. Jim and Rene are a husband/wife team who went through a painful experience when their dog, Jerry received a bone cancer diagnosis. They decided to travel and spend the last days of their dog’s life seeing some beautiful places. The experience took them around the world and they created a community with other pet owners who are going through a similar thing. They sell products that specifically serve pets with three legs and encouragement for the owners through their amazing community! 

Let’s dive into Jim and Rene’s story where unintentional events turned their passion and purpose into a full-time labor of love.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 08:12] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce guests Jim Nelson, and Rene Agredano into the show
• Jim and Rene share their background story

[08:13 - 15:16] Meeting their dog Jerry. 

• Jim and Rene share their life story on how they managed their career transition 
• Jim and Rene talk about how did they end up getting a dog 
• Jim and Rene share an interesting story about taking a lot of adjustment of having a dog 

[15:17 - 22:34] Travel journey with their dog after the cancer diagnosis. 

• Jim and Rene share their painful story when they found out that their dog had a bone cancer
• Jim and Rene’s decision to travel with their dog, Jerry to spend the last days of his life. 
• Jim and Rene share a fantastic experience of traveling with Jerry for 2 years after the diagnosis 

[22:35 - 33:35] Turn passion and purpose into a full-time labor of love

• Jim and Rene share their journey as they sell their business and took a risk to be a digital nomad
• Jim and Rene mention about how they came up with tripawds.com website see below for link
• Jim and Rene give a fantastic insight between a passion and purpose

[33:36 - 40:10] The FOCUS FIVE Segment

• What book have you gifted most often? 
• Jim - Be more dog and pet amputation handbooks
• Rene - Dave Ramsey's book, total money makeover
• If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?
• Rene - Oprah Winfrey. I'm amazed at what the Empire she has built. 
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with you on?
• Jim - I believe we can actually talk to our animals
• Rene - Having kids does not make your life complete
• Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• Jim - A matter of fighting about who's going to get up and go first 
• Rene - Walking and exercising our dog walk
• What is the best place we can connect with you online?
• See below for social links
• Final words from me 

Tweetable Quotes: 

"There's a difference between passion and purpose" - Jim Nelson

“You can chase after your passion all you want” - Rene Agredano

“Everybody has a purpose” - Rene Agredano

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Be More Dog by Rene Agredano and Jim Nelson 
• Be More Dog by Rene Agredano and Jim Nelson Amazon
• Dean Graziosi
• Oprah Winfrey
• Dave Ramsey’s book 
• Schedule a call with Hans

You can connect with Jim and Rene on Instagram, Twitter,  Facebook, or visit their website https://tripawds.com/about/. You can check out their books at https://bemoredog.net/about/ and visit their nomadic travels blog at https://liveworkdream.com/

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Today I have the please of speaking with a professional award-winning speaker, author, and encouragement engineer, Bob Brumm. Bob started life thinking he was going to be a “real engineer.” He worked his way through a lot of different businesses and education paths, only to find out that he had another real passion. He then took that into a book writing and speaking career. 

Let’s jump into Bob’s story and learn how positivity creates a better environment and improve your life. 

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 06:47] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduce guest Bob Brumm Bob talks  about how he became an “encouragement engineer”
• Bob shares something interesting about his transition journey

[06:48 - 15:53] Finding positivity and the right perspective. 

• Bob shares the story about how he positively identified his personal skills
• Bob gives powerful words of encouragement to people like you who are feeling like following the wrong direction in life
• Bob talks about a meaningful insight into the difference between perception and reality

[15:54 - 23:51]  Overcome your fear by knowing your greatness and strength

• Bob talks about how to conquer fear by knowing your strength 
• Bob’s advice to people who are living by fear: You don’t want to miss this!
• “We can’t live in the unknown” 
•  Get the knowledge to know.
• Be proactive and stay healthy
• Bob shares a fantastic insight into redirecting life.

[21:52 - 28:47] Practice positivity 

• Bob talks about the importance of practicing positivity in our daily basis 
• Bob gives powerful advice to people like you who are facing difficulties, especially in this virus outbreak. 
• I briefly share an interesting story about keeping positive and decide how to respond to certain things.

[28:48 - 34:32] The FOCUS FIVE Segment

• What book have you gifted most often? 
• The Underdog Advantage by Dean Graziosi, very good book
• Quick shoutout to Bob’s latest released book. See below for the link.
• If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?
• Jesus. 
• Abraham Lincoln. He was just a good leader for our country
• My dad. I see his perspective now
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with you on?
• Positivity works 
• Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• I say a little prayer, do 60 push-ups, go over some devotionals 
• What is the best place we can connect with you online?
• See below for social links
• Final words from me 

Tweetable Quotes: 

"This too shall pass " - Anthony Robbins 

“We can't live in the unknown” - Bob Brumm

“Control what we can, be positive about what we can control, and do the best we can with” - Bob Brumm

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Positive Purpose by Bob Brumm Amazon 
• Positive Purpose by Bob Brumm Lulu 
• Positive Purpose by Bob Brumm Scribed.com
• Tony Robbins 
•  Keller Williams 
• The Underdog Advantage by Dean Graziosi
• Abraham Lincoln 
• Schedule a call with Hans

You can connect with Bob on Linkedin, Instagram, and Facebook, Twitter, Youtube or visit his website bobbrummspeaks.com

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Today I had the please of speaking with the business growth expert, author of the book “Further, Faster: Few Steps take the Guesswork out of Growth”, founder of Catalyst Growth Advisors, Bill Flynn. Bill spent the last 30 years working with and advising hundreds of companies including startups, where he has a long track record of success. 

Let’s dive into Bill’s story and his powerful tips to startups like you in finding the right direction and bring you to true happiness, fulfillment, and success in this rollercoaster we call life! 

[00:01 - 06:45 ] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I’m introducing guest Bill Flynn into the show
• Bill talks about where did his journey begin
• Bill shares his life as an active athlete before he navigated the business world

[06:46 - 12.39] Identify your innate ability 

• Bill shares his story about how he identified himself 
• Bill talks about the importance of identifying your strengths can lead you to success
• Bill gives valuable insight into 2 general reasons he has learned in identifying one’s strength 

[12:40 - 17:51 ]  What is innate ability?

• Bill shares a meaningful story of what an innate ability means 
• Bill gives a powerful insight into finding your ability can lead you to greatness or success

[17:52-21:15 ]  Bill’s important tips to startups in finding the right direction 

• Bill gives powerful practice which is the 4 L’s Exercises: 
• Love, Load, Long Lust. You don't want to miss this!
• Bill shares fantastic advice about what to do in the load part exercise: 
• Automate, procrastinate, eliminate. You will love to find this out!

[21:16 - 24:19] The distinction between happiness and fulfillment 

• Bill shares his big success and failures in life 
• Turning weakness into strength
• Bill shares interesting thoughts of finding a balance between happiness and fulfillment 
• Focus on what matters to you

[24:20 - 36:19] The FOCUS FIVE Segment

• What book have you gifted most often? 
• Vivid Vision see below for link 
• If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?
• Ben Franklin, he’s just an amazing guy.
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with you on?
• Feedbacks are more important that growth 
• Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• I start my day based upon how I ended my other day 
• Where to find more about you online?
• See below for social links and his book released. 
• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes: 

“Happiness is one thing and fulfillment is another” - Billy Flynn

“Feedbacks more important than growth” - Bill Flynn

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Catalyst Growth Advisors 
• Further, Faster: The Vital Few Steps that take the Guesswork out of Growth on Amazon
• Further, Faster: The Vital Few Steps that take the Guesswork out of Growth on Booktopia
• Marcus Buckingham
• Benjamin Franklin
• Rory Vaden
• Albert Einstein
• John Wooden 

You can connect with Bill on LinkedIn,  Twitter, and Facebook or visit his website catalystgrowthadvisors.com

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Today I had the please of speaking with a career and life Coach behind Caffeinated Kyle.com, Kyle Elliot. Kyle finds happiness in helping people find a career or help get unstuck, own their fabulous, and achieve what they have never imagined was possible.

Let’s dive into his story of how his side hustle turned into a thriving coaching practice.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 08:24] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I’m introducing guest Kyle Elliot into the show
• Kyle shares where his journey began 
• He loves coaching people back then
• His other plans before he started taking a full time-business as a coach 

[08:25 - 16:25] Kyle’s transition journey began 

• How he started his full-time business as a coach 
• The advantage of working at an early age 
• How he overcomes age discrepancy 

[16:26 - 22:29] How can Kyle help you land a job/career?

• Kyle’s mission is to help people like you find a career that you love!
• Resume writing career coaching 
• Polarization component 
• How important to find passion vs just doing what you are good at 
• Finding what’s true for you

[22:30 - 29:28 ] Key to Powerful Interview

• Linkedin Profile strategy 
• Kyle shares an interesting story about carrying a cup of coffee into an Interview
• The importance of connecting each other in an interview 
• Sticking to peoples mind 

[20:29 - 34:41]The FOCUS FIVE Segment

• What book have you gifted most often?
• Present over Perfect by Shauna Niequist see below for link
•  If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?
• Hillary Clinton, she’s such an interesting person
• Kris Jenner, truly amazing when it comes to personal branding
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with you on?
• Everyone is truly fabulous 
•  Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• Checking emails and social media.
• What is the best place we can connect with you online?
• See below for social links
• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes: 

“Break the rules but don’t be an A-hole.” Kyle Elliot 

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Break the Rules but don’t be an A-hole 
• Present over Perfect 
• Hillary Clinton
• Kris Jenner
• Schedule a call with Hans

You can connect with Kyle on Linkedin, You can also see check him on his Twitter, and Facebook  or visit his website CaffeinatedKyle.com (Company Website)

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Today I had the pleasure of speaking with the founder of Personality Profitability, Eric Rosenberg. Eric was in corporate finance, an accounting professional, and even managed a bank. During that time, he started a side project which slowly but surely evolved into a full-fledged business. He eventually left his day job to pursue the business full-time. Now, he helps entrepreneurs and gives tactical advice on personal finances. 

Let’s dive into Eric’s story of how you can maximize your personal profitability.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[0:01 - 7:28] Opening Segment: Eric Rosenberg’s life journey 

• I talked briefly about valuable information 
• I’m introducing guest Eric Rosenberg, into the show
• Eric talks about where his story really began 
• He grew up surrounded by business
• He always has been focused on money-making more than the financial stuff
• His first job after college was a bank manager 
• His journey on how he became the founder of personal profitability 

[07:29 - 14:64] Eric talks about how he started his business and became a successful entrepreneur

• Eric’s eight-year-old version of himself started using ledger
• Wanting to do more things and kept growing and growing from there
• How he started his business as a freelance writer 
• Eric talks about how he became a successful financial blogger and a full-time entrepreneur.

[14:65 - 23:31] How he came up with the Name Personal Profitability

• He met a lot of people who have different paths of success
• He started meeting small bloggers
• How he met his real big business client
• How he started doing website development projects and got stress 
• He quit doing website development and focused on his writing career
• While some follow their guts, he’s following numbers
• Eric gives advice to people who are just started their personal finance journey 

[23:32 - 30:09] About Personal Profitability

• The way to investing strategies
• Eric briefly tells about what his blog is all about
• Basic thought process: 
• Step One: Start Tracking your Money / Income
• Know where you’re at right now
• Fundamentals: setting ourselves up to succeed

[30:10 - 34:55] The FOCUS FIVE Segment

• What book have you gifted most often? 
• Art of Nonconformity by Chris Guillebeau
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with your life?
• I said on the unpopular opinion about ghosting people outside of abusive relationships is never okay
• Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• Getting up and just trying to keep up with my family these days.
• What is the best place we can connect with you online?
• See below for social link

[34:06-35:39] Closing Segment

• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes: 

“Make a difference by creating a life defined by freedom” - Hans Struzyna 

"If you trade hours for dollars you will never achieve true freedom in your life” - Hans Struzyna

“Even if it’s not what you expected, even if it’s not a surprise you should embrace it”- Eric Rosenberg

Your gut can tell you wrong, and the numbers aren’t gonna lie to you” - Eric Rosenberg

“If we go back to those fundamentals we’re setting ourselves up to succeed” - Eric Rosenberg

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Personal Profitability Bootcamp
• Pat Flynn
• About Part-Time Money and Philip Taylor 
• Mint.com
• Art of Nonconformity by Chris Guillebeau
• The 80 / 20 Principle
• You Only Live Once 

You can connect with Eric on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook or visit his website https://personalprofitability.com/

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Today I had the pleasure of speaking with the founder of Simple Passive Cashflow, Lane Kawaoki. Lane originally studied to become an engineer that worked in a corporate setting straight out of college. Like most of his friends, he saved up some money and bought a house. After renting some rooms, he realized he was onto something and that’s how he got into real estate investing. Now, Lane teaches people how to make simple passive cash flow through real estate and grow their net worth.

Let’s dive into Lane’s story of how sometimes simpler is better.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 08:25] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I’m introducing guest Lane Kawaoka into the show
• Lane talks about how his journey began
• Worked as an Engineer
• Bought a house and turned it into a rental
•  will be sharing a quick story about one of my tenants

[08:26 - 14:35] You buy properties for cashflow

• Lane talks about how he maximized making cashflow from his initial investment
• Saving money to buy a property, make cashflow, and repeat.
• Lane talks about his transition from quitting his day job to grow his net worth
• Lane shares some valuable information that you should take note of

[14:36 - 21:00] How you get started in real estate investing and grow your net worth

• - Lane talks about being responsible for using leverage to increase your net worth
• 70-20-10 rule, stop thinking about the 10% and do 70%
• 70% is just about doing it
• 20% is about working with mentors
• 10% is for podcast and books
• You need to have money
• Work your day job and save money

[21:01 - 25:54] How Passive Cash Flow Happens?

• What kind of lifestyle are you trying to build?
• Start building something that will be sustainable
• Lane talks about his virtual group of high net worth professionals that makes passive incomes
• When people are confused, they get intimidated

[25:55 - 34:40] Networking with other high net worth investors

• Lane shares more practical advice just for you!
• Talk to other people that are investing
• Real estate investing is a people's business
• Build relationships and communicate with more people
• Adding value to other people
• Give without the expectation of receipt
• Why you are still broke and alone

[34:41 - 38:54] The FOCUS FIVE Segment

• What book have you gifted most often? 
• I don't read books. Just go out and do it!
• If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?
• I would rather pay somebody to tell me what they really think
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with you on?
• Buy assets that produce money, make cash flow
• Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• I walk across the hallway, check my e-mail, drink my coffee and catch-up with the day
• What is the best place we can connect with you online?
• See below for social links

[38:55 - 40:56] Closing Segment

• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes: 

"When people are confused, they get intimidated." - Lane Kawaoka

"Give without the expectation of receipt" - Hans Struzyna

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Simple Passive Cashflow Website
• Simple Passive Cashflow Podcast
• Schedule a call with Hans

You can connect with Lane on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook or visit his website https://simplepassivecashflow.com/

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Today I had the please of speaking with the founders of Barefoot Wine, Michael Houlihan, and Bonnie Harvey. Barefoot Wine is the number one brand in the country, Michael and Bonnie built it from the ground up. They sold the company and wrote a book, The Barefoot Spirit, and is now educating people about entrepreneurship.

Let’s dive into their story of how humble beginnings can take you to the top.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 08:01] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I’m introducing guests Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey into the show
• Bonnie & Harvey talk about how their Barefoot wine journey began.
• They saw a business opportunity and took it

[08:02 - 14:39] Getting into the wine industry

• Michael and Bonnie didn't have a passion for the wine industry but they certainly have a passion for business so they capitalized on that.
• Michael and Bonnie talk about their early years in the business

[14:40 - 23:41] Strategies in the wine industry

• Michael and Bonnie share vital information about how they effectively implement their strategies to crush it in the wine industry
• Michael and Bonnie talk briefly about their audiobook
• Michael and Bonnie share a story about their customers

[23:42 - 30:34] How the Barefoot brand became known

• Michael and Bonnie share their story of how Barefoot's brand was known
• They didn't have money for advertising
• Gave their wine to get value in their brand
• Sold Barefoot from neighborhood to neighborhood
• Grew the brand without paid advertising

[30:35 - 41:16] How Barefoot became the number 1 brand in the wine industry

• Michael and Bonnie talk about their marketing strategy, worthy cause marketing
• Michael and Bonnie wrote a book, Barefoot Spirit.
• Turned Barefoot Spirit into an audiobook
• Michael and Bonnie talk more about their book
• What motivates Michael and Bonnie

[41:17 - 47:30] The FOCUS FIVE Segment

• What book have you gifted most often?
• See below for links
•  If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?
• Jesus
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with you on?
• People think that their idea is good enough, they don't want to believe that it's all about distribution and distribution management
•  Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• Take Showers, make coffee, check the calendar for the day
• What is the best place we can connect with you online?
• See below for social links

[47:31 - 49:50] Closing Segment

• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes: 

"People who have dirt under their fingernails, they know more about the business than all the white-collar workers in the world." - Michael Houlahan

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Barefoot Wine Website
• The Barefoot Spirit Website
• The Barefoot Spirit Book on Amazon
• The Barefoot Spirit Audiobook
• The Barefoot Spirit Audiobook Samples
• Think and Grow Rich
• As a Man Thinketh
• How to Win Friends & Influence People
• Schedule a call with Hans

You can connect with Michael and Bonnie on YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook or visit their website https://thebarefootspirit.com/

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Today I had the please of speaking with the founder of Muscle for Your Hustle, Nick D’Urso. Nick teaches people how to leverage their finances, build assets, and how he was able to quit his corporate life in pursuit of freedom. Nick loves adventure so he found a way to break free and is now traveling the world.

Let’s jump into Nick’s story where unintentional events led him from one success to another.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 12:19] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I’m introducing guest Nick D'Urso into the show
• Nick talks about how his journey began
• Selling bunch of stuff on eBay including wine corks
• Sold some books and went to Xavier University, Cincinnati
• Graduated early with two degrees
• Built a website after making $40,000 from selling textbooks

[12:20 - 17:01] What directed Nick into the entrepreneurial space

• He was killing it with his textbook-selling business but he wanted some adventure
• Moved to New York, crushed the interview and landed a job

[17:02 - 23:29] Nick's Corporate life

• Nick worked on multiple companies through the course of his sales career
• Got into Airbnb by accident
• "Problem plus solution always equals a sale"

[23:30 - 28:59] Everything was unintentional

• Nick shares his story of how opportunities come to him unintentionally
• Nick talks about following his heart and scuba diving the world
• Nick eventually got into building online classes

[29:00 - 33:54] I want to be free!

• Nick shares some fantastic advice on how you can free yourself from the 9 to 5 job
• Building the right habits
• Being happy

[33:55 - 39:14] The FOCUS FIVE Segment

• What book have you gifted most often? 
• The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, see link below.
• If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?
• Alan Watts because he shares some awesome philosophy that will change your mindset
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with you on?
• Money is not that important
• Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• Waking up at 6am, running on the beach, reading books and filming video contents
• What is the best place we can connect with you online?
• See below for social links

[39:15 - 42:03] Closing Segment

• Final words from me

Tweetable Quotes: 

"Problem plus solution always equals a sale" - Nick D'Urso

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Nick Durso’s Website
• The Millionaire Next Door
• The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
• Alan Watts
• Schedule a call with Hans

You can connect with Nick on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook or visit his website https://nickdurso.com/

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Today I had the please of speaking with the founder and CEO of Rockstar Capital, Robert Martinez. Rockstar Capital is a multi-family investment management firm that specializes in the acquisition and management of value-add opportunities across Texas. Robert has spent countless hours learning the business and how to do it the right way and eventually won multiple awards for customer satisfaction.

Let’s dive into Robert’s story of how an educated person can fully utilize his potential when doing business.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 09:42] Opening Segment

• I talked briefly about valuable information that you can take advantage of in this episode
• I introduced guest Robert Martinez into the show
• Robert talks about how his journey began

[09:43 - 15:43] Steps that you need to take when starting something new

• Robert shares his secret on how he earns $150,000 a year
• Getting good mentorship and good education
• How Robert got into the multi-family property business
• Robert mentions some fantastic advice that you don't want to miss

[15:44 - 19:32] Don't be afraid to introduce yourself

• Robert talks about his personal experiences with finding his mentors and partners
• More valuable advice from Robert that you should take note of.

[19:33 - 24:16] All About Awards

• Robert talks about the work he did to earn his awards.
• Learning and understanding the business
• Doing business the right way, taking care of customers

[24:17 - 27:03] How Robert operates his business

• Robert shares something interesting about how he handles tenants

[27:04 - 30:08] The FOCUS FIVE Segment

• What book have you gifted most often? 
• Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki, See below for link.
• If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?
• Donald Trump because he is mesmerizing.
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with you on?
• You don’t need a college education to be successful in life
• Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• You gotta stay fit and get your mind right
• What is the best place we can connect with you online?
• See below for social links

[30:09 - 31:47] Closing Segment

• Final words from Me

Tweetable Quotes: 

"When you get two chances to do something. You'll get it right the second time." - Robert Martinez

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Rock Star Capital Website
• Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
• Gary Vaynerchuk
• Grant Cordone
• Donald Trump
• Schedule a call with Hans

You can connect with Robert on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook or visit his website https://www.rockstar-capital.com/

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This episode’s interview is with the health coach, and author, Kristi Cronin. Kristi was a Nurse practitioner for a couple of years before starting her career as a health coach and author. She wrote the book “Black Balloons: Will Pop for Freedom”, a metaphor for a difficult and unexpected circumstance that enters our life.

Let’s jump into Kristi’s story of how execution and acting on your ideas before you are even ready can take you places you could only imagine before.

Things you will learn in this episode:

• Opening Segment (1:02)
• Let’s talks a little bit about today’s guest, Kristi Cronin, Author of Black Balloons: Will Pop for Freedom
• Hans welcomes guest Kristi Cronin (2:34)
• Kristi talks about her history as a Nurse and how she got into publishing
• What to do when you are in a funk? (6:48)
• Kristi shares a fantastic story. You will love this!
• When you are in a funk, sometimes, you have to start before you are ready (10:54)
• A valuable piece of advice from Kristi Cronin when you are in a funk and you want to do something else. You don't want to miss this!
• Seeking the right help (15:41)
• Kristi talks about how she got into Publishing and all the people that helped her along the way
• If you could go back on your journey, will you change anything? (20:14)
• Kristi shares her perspective on regrets.
• How do you look at different perspectives? (21:32)
• Kristi weighs in on comparing perspectives.
• What's the purpose behind what you are doing
• Don't get caught up with comparing yourself to others
• The Importance of setting time constraints (27:11)
• Kristi gives her input on staying on track with time
• Have a little bit of flexibility and trust the process
• Black Balloons: Will Pop for Freedom (29:31)
• Kristi talks about Black Balloons, her best-selling book
• The Focus Five Segment (32:22)
• What book have you gifted most often? 
• If you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why?
• What is one thing that you believe that most people would disagree with you on?
• Morning routine, How do you start your day?
• What is the best place we can connect with you online?

Tweetable Quotes: 

"Never ever compare yourself and think that what you've done is for lost, because it's not!" - Kristi Cronin

"Even if you've chosen a career path. You can still pursue some other things. You're not done!" - Kristi Cronin

"You have to start before you are ready." - Kristi Cronin

"If you wait for that perfect opportunity to do something, you are never going to do it." - Kristi Cronin

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Black Balloon: Will Pop for Freedom
• To Hell with the Hustle
• Jefferson Bethke Instagram
• Travis Chappell
• Schedule a call with Hans

You can connect with Kristi on LinkedIn, Instagram or visit her website https://kristicronin.com/

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