Doing it Scared: Navigating Adulthood

On todays episode I got the chance to interview one of my mentors Rodolfo Bonates. Ro and I first met over zoom when he interviewed me for a position as a studio manager at Orangetheory Fitness. The funniest thing about that interview was that years later when we reflected back about it, he and I both agreed that it only took a few minutes of chatting for us to realize that we were two people cut from the same cloth and our lives were meant to overlap. Which is why even after we both left OTF I still consider him not only a mentor but a friend. Ro is someone who believes in investing in relationships, whether these be personal or professional. This passion for people is what has driven him throughout a majority of his career, so much so that Ro recently embarked on a journey of self employment to start his own consulting business and podcast. This interview ended up being a mix of insight into who Ro really is, what he loves, what he struggles with, and what drives him but also some insightful thoughts and conversation about what makes a good leader. Safe to say this episode is full of advice and passion!

Instagram personal - @rodolfobonates

Instagram for business - @ipl.consulting

Ro's Podcast: Impact Purpose Leadership Podcast on Spotify and YouTube

On todays episode I have a conversation with Melisa Davany. Melisa and I first met in the hallways of Homer high school, although She graduated 2 years before me, we have been friends ever since then. Since high school Melisa has done a lot of different things! She is one of those people who believes in following her passion, weather its in her personal life or her professional life. In trying to really figure out what is it that she loves, Melisa has tried several different career paths, and although that might seem a little scary and unsettling to most people, she has embraced the opportunity to learn something new and then continues to build in her passion from there. Melisa’s openness to trying new things and simply following her passion in life is something that I think is much easier said than done for most of us! And honestly extremely refreshing!

In this episode Brittany shares about her growth experience while working at a local coffee shop, as well opening up about her decision to return to school as an adult and her commitment to continuous learning and self-discovery. We talk about the growth we have both experienced during our 20 years of friendship, and about the possibilities of what's next for her in life. Overall this episode offers a wonderful reflection about growth, inner strength, how to be ok with the uncertainty of life and determination.

In this episode Tali shares her experiences as a small business owner, specifically owning a photography business and running a coffee shop out of her living room with her husband. Tali provides insights into the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, discussing how she manages the responsibilities of both ventures while navigating adulthood. Overall, the episode offers valuable insights and inspiration for listeners navigating their own paths in adulthood and entrepreneurship.

Tali's instagram: @talijoyphotography https://talijoyphotography.com/

Her Husband's handyman business: @Mediashandyman https://www.mediashandyman.com/

Adulting can be scary, but we are doing it anyways!