Beyond The Story with Sebastian Rusk

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In episode 223 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Lance Welch, Founder OF Welch Resources, as he shares his journey of over 37 years of marriage, raising three sons, and the lessons learned from years in the corporate world. He emphasizes the importance of intentionality in relationships and how to cultivate meaningful connections with family.

Tune in to discover how life's journey and faith can shape our narratives and lead to new creative endeavors.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:35] Intentional multi-generational impact.

[00:06:00] Parenting and wealth impact.

[00:09:36] Liberating experience of empty nesting.

[00:12:31] Legacy through writing books.

[00:16:06] Leaving a legacy intentionally.

[00:17:52] Be intentional in your goals.

QUOTES

• "I'm a firm believer that God never wastes a moment." - Lance Welch
• "Impact is life-changing, not just influence in a moment for me." - Lance Welch
• "I firmly believe that it's our responsibility. It is our duty to share our God-given gifts with everyone, not just those that are paying us for our services or actually doing business with, but allowing people to, to, to make that impact." - Sebastian Rusk

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Sebastian Rusk

Instagram: Instagram.com/PodcastsSUCK

Facebook: Facebook.com/srusk

LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sebastianrusk/

YouTube: Youtube.com/@PodcastLaunchLab

Lance Welch

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lwelch43/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lance-welch-9492b77/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lwelch43

WEBSITE

Lance Welch: https://www.thelancewelch.com/

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In episode 222 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Dawn Fraser as she discusses the essential frameworks for crafting compelling stories, whether for a TEDx talk or a podcast and emphasizes the importance of connecting with your audience through authentic storytelling.

Join Sebastian Rusk and Dawn Fraser to explore the intersections of education, storytelling, and the art of podcasting.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:35] Storytelling and public narrative.

[00:05:20] Storytelling frameworks and structures.

[00:08:21] Ethiopian American identity exploration.

[00:11:22] TED Talk storytelling and takeaways.

[00:17:21] TEDx Stanford coaching preparation.

[00:19:54] Wrongful convictions and storytelling.

[00:22:58] TEDx stage preparation.

QUOTES

• “So a lot of the work that I do now has these two anchors, which is either sharing my own stories and seeing events and teaching people how to do the same.” - Dawn Fraser
• “So part of my goal is to figure out what is going to be the most authentic version of you today that shows a change in that story from who you were and who you are now… Because keep in mind that our stories might be about us, but in my opinion, they're never for us. They're actually for our audience. They are a blessing, they're a gift so that others can learn from our stories, so people can be inspired.” - Dawn Fraser
• “I didn't really get that much on the podcasting education side. It actually cost me money and then some to go. But hey, who knows? I can always... My story one day will be that the podcast movement in 2024 led to my six-figure speaking business.” - Sebastian Rusk

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Dawn Fraser

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnfraser/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawnfraseronline/

WEBSITE

Ideas That Ignite: https://ignite.dawnjfraser.com/

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In episode 221 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Dr. Jolie Mestre, a former pharmacist turned holistic health practitioner. Dr. Jolie shares her inspiring journey from traditional pharmacy to holistic healing, discussing her personal health struggles and transformation that led her to help others become the healthiest versions of themselves.

Join Sebastian Rusk and Dr. Jolie Mestre to discover the inspiring evolution of this guest's career and mission to make a positive impact on people's lives.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:03:18] Challenging traditional pharmacy norms.

[00:06:40] Overcoming health challenges through research.

[00:09:36] Holistic approach to health.

[00:12:30] Ayurveda and holistic medicine.

[00:14:53] Effijy breathwork and self-awareness.

[00:18:09] Meditation for life-changing benefits.

[00:23:17] The importance of processing emotions.

[00:26:56] Life-changing self-healing experiences.

[00:28:26] Optimal health and longevity.

QUOTES

• "So my goal is to help people live better, healthier, happier lives without using pharmaceuticals and hopefully without having to get surgery." - Dr. Jolie Mestre
• “Don't deal head-on with emotions. If you just push down the emotions and you don't let it come out to the surface, it'll literally manifest in your body as a disease. So it is so important to process these emotions, to recognize them when they come up and do whatever it is you need to do.” - Dr. Jolie Mestre
• “I think the work as a general premise of just the work of healing, healing ourselves, healing our mind, our body. I think once we've been introduced to the opportunity of healing ourselves and we are to start to put that into practice, it now becomes our responsibility to share it with the world.” - Sebastian Rusk

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Sebastian Rusk

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LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sebastianrusk/

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Dr. Jolie Mestre

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoliemestre/

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@DrJolie

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Dr. Jolie Mestre: https://www.drjoliemestre.com/

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In episode 220 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk dives deep into the transformative power of starting a podcast. He shares personal stories and insights and challenges listeners to step out of their comfort zones and into a new version of themselves. 

Join Sebastian Rusk as he emphasizes the importance of taking action, getting uncomfortable, and showing up for yourself.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:03:00] Who's missing out?

[00:06:55] Reality show dating experience.

[00:08:26] Personal development and resistance.

[00:12:53] The power of podcasting.

[00:22:02] Making money through podcasting.

[00:25:45] Brave has been the word.

[00:28:35] The concept of bravery.

[00:33:24] Stepping into a new version.

[00:36:18] Overcoming challenges in podcasting.

[00:39:20] Investing in mastermind groups.

[00:43:38] The power of podcasting.

[00:46:37] Choosing to step into discomfort.

QUOTES

• “Nothing is outside the realm of possibility. The only thing that keeps us, holds us back is what's between our two ears. Those limiting beliefs of I can't do it, I'm going to look stupid, sound stupid. Who cares? Do you know that people don't care? They don't.”
• “People are missing out because we are not in the game. All we've got to do is make a conscious decision and a declaration to ourselves because you owe you to be able to get into the game and watch people radically change their lives because you made a decision to step into a completely different version of yourself and change your life. It's all possible.”
• “I'm here as living proof that if you make this decision to choose you to step into the game, your life will be radically changed. And so will those that are in your life and will continue to enter your life.”

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LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sebastianrusk/

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In episode 219 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Mark Stern, the founder of Custom Box Agency, to dive deep into the world of custom box experiences. Mark shares his journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, highlighting the pivotal moment that led him to launch his business during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Join Sebastian Rusk and Mark Stern to gain valuable insights for entrepreneurs looking to enhance their customer experience and how they can elevate your business to the next level.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:45] Mindvalley and life transformation.

[00:05:13] Entrepreneurial journey and accidental success.

[00:07:49] Physical and digital product integration.

[00:11:48] Customer journey optimization for agencies.

[00:14:27] Customer acquisition strategy tool.

[00:19:28] Define success for your customers.

QUOTES

• “I'm going to trigger something to celebrate you. Celebration is a retention play. Any type of recognition is a retention play. We call them jewels. So those are things that we can look at at the journey.” - Mark Stern
• “Understanding all the hats you're wearing is power for you to then eventually take the hat off and outsource it or delete it if you don't need it anymore.” - Mark Stern
• "When you define success for your customers, you give them something to strive for. It's a really important measure to make sure you've defined." - Mark Stern

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Mark Stern

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksternofficial/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.sterno/

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

WEBSITE

Custom Box Agency: https://customboxagency.com/

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In episode 218 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Cindy Azar to discuss her journey from the mortgage industry back to her passion for health and wellness. Cindy shares her story of transitioning from sales to becoming a health and life coach and yoga teacher. 

Join Sebastian Rusk and Cindy Azar as they dive into the importance of creating healthy habits, the challenges of making lifestyle changes, and the power of coaching in helping individuals achieve their goals.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:03:59] Transition to health and wellness.

[00:04:47] Creating habits for success.

[00:11:13] Pursuing a retreat center dream.

[00:12:42] Planning a retreat journey.

[00:16:28] Supporting others in personal growth.

QUOTES

• “It's not just helping people accomplish those goals. It's helping them create those habits.” - Cindy Azar
• “So the first step would be to bring attention to your subconscious habits. You know, we say things, our thoughts, our actions, we do certain things without thinking them. And so we have to stop and bring attention to those.” - Cindy Azar

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LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sebastianrusk/
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Cindy Azar
Instagram:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cincazar/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cincazar/

WEBSITE
Divina Vida: https://divinavida.coach/

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In episode 217 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Holly McClain, a dedicated school counselor and life coach who works exclusively with teenagers. They discuss the importance of processing emotions, the impact of supportive relationships, and the power of validation in helping teenagers navigate their emotions and challenges. 

Join Sebastian Rusk and Holly McClain as they delve into the world of mental health and the transformative effects of coaching on teenagers' lives.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:22] Sharing voice in podcasting.

[00:04:30] Teenagers and counseling journey.

[00:08:22] Life coaching for teenagers.

[00:12:30] Impact of School Relationships.

[00:14:38] The power of life coaching.

[00:21:32] Impactful ripple effect continues.

[00:23:46] Empowering girls through mentorship.

[00:27:37] How to process emotions.

[00:30:16] Suppressed emotions and expression.

[00:32:42] Channeling Energy Through Punching Pillows.

QUOTES

• "Go outside and play and get dirty. Go find a code, you know, do some, you know, do something… I'm not going to contribute to this generation of digitally addicted." - Sebastian Rusk
• "Coaching is different than therapeutic services. I'm not telling them how to live their best life or fixing anything that's broken. I'm guiding them to tune into what's going on inside and really getting connected with themselves and who they are and what they want and what works and what doesn't." - Holly McClain
•  "We don't want to stuff it or numb it. We want to understand it and let it go. And the more we practice feeling all the rainbow of emotions that we do, the more comfortable we get." - Holly McClain

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Holly McClain

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollymcclaincoaching/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holly.mcclain.7334/

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

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Holly McClain: https://hollymcclaincoaching.com/

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In episode 216 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Brady Matthews, a fellow comedian, artist, and entrepreneur, as they discuss their journey in the world of comedy and sports. They dive into the world of stand-up comedy, the challenges comedians face, and the intersection of comedy and sports.

Join Sebastian Rusk and Brady Matthews as they uncover the origins of Brady's story and his path to success in the entertainment industry.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:43] Comedic Journey and Artistic Evolution.

[00:06:28] Comedy and Single Parenting.

[00:09:35] Chicago SportsTeams and NBA.

[00:11:45] WNBA Player.

[00:16:39] Crime in Chicago Suburbs.

[00:19:21] The Mark of the Beast.

[00:23:31] Bobby Lee and Santino's Success.

[00:24:32] Dr. Phil and Comedy Collaborations.

[00:29:21] Cancel Culture and Comedy.

[00:30:59] Caitlin Clark and Rookie Cards.

[00:34:42] Sports Cards Collection Worth Inventory.

QUOTES

• “People always ask what I do. I said I'm a podcaster and comedian. Two terrible career choices, but I got lucky, I guess.” - Sebastian Rusk
  “But the glitz and glam of stand-up comedy is not what everyone thinks it is. When you kill and you crush on stage, that's where you're happiest. And then when they turn the lights off, that's when things get dark again.” - Brady Matthews
• "If you want to be successful in this business, you're going to get people coming at you left and right.” - Brady Matthews

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Brady Matthews

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradymatthews13/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bradymatthews13

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

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In episode 215 of Beyond The Story, Sebastian Rusk interviews Carlos Gil, a renowned speaker and marketer, to dive into the world of podcasting and entrepreneurship. They discuss Carlos's journey in the industry, from starting a sneaker and sports card business to transitioning to a new role as a brand evangelist.

Tune into the importance of feedback, the challenges of running a business, and the value of personal growth and self-reflection. 

TIMESTAMPS

[00:03:19] Developing a Persona in Marketing.

[00:07:17] Dealing with Harsh Feedback.

[00:09:54] Overcoming Stage Presence Challenges.

[00:12:34] The Power of Self-Healing.

[00:14:19] The Importance of Mental Health.

[00:19:32] The Rise of Live Breaks.

[00:22:23] Starting a Unique Business Venture.

[00:25:26] The Job Search Dilemma.

[00:31:39] Podcasting Growth and Evolution.

[00:34:29] Feedback is a Gift.

QUOTES

• "And I think that the core to all of that, the key to unlocking all of that is to unfuck yourself and to heal yourself and to do the internal work on yourself that you know you need to do that we all avoid far too often." - Sebastian Rusk
• “So I can't do the things that I love within the confines of your organization, then I'm not going to be able to be successful for your organization. So for anyone out there that's kind of been out of the game, look, this is the first job that I take in seven years. and you're never too old to be unhirable.” - Carlos Gil
• “So if there's anything I have to say to just wrap a bow on, it's just feedback is a gift. good, bad, or indifferent, take it, use it, and keep moving forward.” - Carlos Gil

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Carlos Gil

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlosgil83/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCarlosGil/

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

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