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In episode 18 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner explores the complex and often painful topic of loss. This episode is dedicated to Cassidy Elsner's grandmother, who passed away, reminding us that while loss is one of the hardest things we face, it is also a universal experience that can lead to growth, gratitude, and hope.

Tune in for heartfelt reflections on the nature of grief and how it connects us all.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:11] Grieving living relationships.

[00:09:08] Coping with loss and grief.

[00:11:57] Honoring yourself in grief.

QUOTES

• "The thing about grief is it's not easy. It doesn't have rules."
• "Grief is also proof that we've lived, that we've cared, and that we've been lucky enough to have people worth missing."
• "Forgiveness doesn't mean forgetting the action. The action will always remain. And it doesn't mean everything is OK. It means letting go of the weight that's holding you back."

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Blake Elsner

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

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In episode 17 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Mike Kitko, an international coach, speaker, and author from Inner Wealth Global. Together, they dive deep into the journey of personal growth, mindset shifts, and the importance of stepping through the doors of opportunity that life presents.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with insights on how to show up each day and embrace transformative change.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:34] Perspective adjustments for growth.

[00:06:02] Fear of success and significance.

[00:09:00] Alone time for restoration.

[00:13:05] Purpose and personal success.

[00:18:25] Life design and freedom.

[00:21:22] Creation mode versus survival mode.

[00:25:23] Courageous vulnerability in storytelling.

[00:27:51] Courage in sharing struggles.

[00:30:03] Holding the door open.

[00:34:41] Purpose over pleasure and pain.

[00:38:21] Ikigai and living fully.

[00:40:28] Regrets of the dying.

[00:45:20] Be the spirit, not the meat suit.

[00:47:38] Authenticity and finding supporters.

[00:51:21] Astrology and its cosmic impact.

[00:55:16] Beliefs shape our reality.

[01:00:05] Energy and consciousness in existence.

[01:02:50] Gratitude for basic necessities.

[01:08:14] Gratitude for everyday conveniences.

[01:10:25] Constant gratitude and fulfillment.

[01:13:31] Purpose, freedom, and fulfillment.

QUOTES

• "What I'm after in this lifetime is I'm after freedom, I'm after fulfillment, I'm after impact, and I'm after purpose." - Mike Kitko
• "If you're busy and you're worried about the people that aren't right for you, you'll miss out on finding the people who are right for you." - Mike Kitko
• "The only thing I can do is just keep reflecting on my gratitude and just take it day by day and give thanks for everything I have." - Blake Elsner

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Blake Elsner

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

Mike Kitko

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

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

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

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Inner Wealth Global: https://www.innerwealthglobal.com/

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In episode 16 of Elevate with Elsner, Cassidy Elsner interviews Alexis Bouras, a compassionate physician's assistant specializing in women's health in SSM Health, as she shares her journey from her education at Mizzou to her career in OBGYN, where she supports women through pregnancy, fertility challenges, and overall health.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation that underscores the power of support and expertise in navigating life's challenges.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:05] Women's health career journey.

[00:06:01] Day in the life of a PA.

[00:09:28] Emotional support during fertility struggles.

[00:11:31] C-section emotional support experience.

[00:16:51] Patient satisfaction and accessibility.

[00:19:50] Educating women about fertility.

[00:24:08] Understanding PCOS and its impact.

[00:26:22] Trusting your healthcare provider.

[00:31:32] Patient advocacy in healthcare.

[00:35:06] Heaven-worthy medical work.

QUOTES

• "Just seeing them and interacting with them and celebrating their wins outside of health, you know, it's just a lot of that is so rewarding to me." - Alexis Bouras
• “I think sometimes it's easy to forget that everyone is a human being. Totally. And we all have our own lives outside of our jobs.” - Cassidy Elsner
• "I just feel like people need to feel heard. They need to feel respected and protected in what they're telling you." - Alexis Bouras

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Blake Elsner

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

Cassidy Elsner

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cassidy.church.16

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassidy-elsner-583960b6/

Alexis Bouras

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-bouras-pa-c-08b960211/

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In episode 15 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner welcomes his wife, Cassidy Elsner, as she opens up about the emotional and physical toll of IVF, the ups and downs of their fertility journey, and the importance of community and support during such a challenging time. 

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, hope, and the transformative power of parenthood.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:41] IVF journey and support.

[00:06:22] The emotional toll of IVF.

[00:12:52] Overcoming fear of needles.

[00:15:21] PCOS as a surprising ally.

[00:18:42] IVF journey and family planning.

[00:21:41] IVF emotional journey and challenges.

[00:27:44] IVF journey and emotional rollercoaster.

[00:34:41] Community support in infertility.

[00:35:46] IVF journey and personal growth.

[00:40:06] Strength in the infertility journey.

[00:45:11] IVF dads need support.

QUOTES

• "IVF truly shows you, you are so strong. You're so much stronger than you think you are. You are so much tougher than you think you are." - Cassidy Elsner
• "The process can feel so isolating, but please reach out to someone, listen to other people's stories, gives you hope, it validates your feelings, and give yourself lots of grace going through it." - Cassidy Elsner
• “I wouldn't change it for the world. I think the strength and resilience of you doing it, having the courage to then talk about it and bring it out to people.” - Blake Elsner 

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Blake Elsner

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

Cassidy Elsner

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cassidy.church.16

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassidy-elsner-583960b6/

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In episode 14 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner shares his personal journey through the challenges of IVF and the emotional toll it took on him and his family.

Tune in for an honest conversation about the realities of IVF and the impact it can have on relationships and mental health.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:04] IVF and emotional struggles.

[00:08:22] Time management and personal growth.

[00:11:27] Growth and personal transformation.

[00:14:11] The importance of showing up.

QUOTES

• "One of the most challenging things to do on a daily basis is to watch somebody be in pain and take this shot to create a life to better your family."
• "When you realize that life is short, you'll be able to get a lot of stuff done in a short amount of time because you want to leave that extra time that you have to play with your kids, to do things that you love."
• "When you change, you're going to make some people really uncomfortable because they feel like you're leaving them behind in a way."

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Blake Elsner

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

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In episode 13 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Ciara Miller, a mortgage loan officer at Northern Lakes Mortgage, as she shares her journey to discovering her passion for mortgages, all while navigating the challenges of being a young professional in a traditionally older industry.

Tune in to discover her passion for mortgages, all while navigating the challenges of being a young professional in a traditionally older industry.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:03:12] Importance of LinkedIn networking.

[00:05:00] Networking on LinkedIn.

[00:08:50] Younger generation in lending industry.

[00:12:30] Building relationships in business.

[00:19:36] Interest rates and home buying.

[00:25:38] First-time homebuyer programs.

[00:28:32] Dropping mortgage insurance (PMI).

[00:34:49] Saving for a home.

[00:36:03] Owning real estate benefits.

[00:40:26] Young and open-minded advice.

QUOTES

• "We're young, we're fresh, we want to really communicate well, explain things rather than just some of the older practices." - Ciara Miller
• "Relationships are everything in business. It's not easy, I guess, to make connections because you really have to put yourself out there and ‘go out of your comfort zone.’" - Ciara Miller
• "Gets to live for free and then take all that ROI and then go buy something bigger, go buy something that's the same and have cash left over. It's just a very powerful, powerful thing to have." - Blake Elsner

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Blake Elsner

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

Ciara Miller

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciara-miller-26a59a1b1/

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Northern Lakes Mortgage: https://northernlakesmortgage.com/ciara-miller/

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In episode 12 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Aaron Bean, as he shares his incredible journey of endurance and survival in the face of extreme adversity, which serves as an inspiring narrative about the human spirit.

Tune in for an uplifting discussion that will leave you reflecting on your own challenges and triumphs.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:42] Rescue mission 

[00:12:31] Abandoning the ship rescue.

[00:15:44] Electric shock during rescue operation.

[00:19:34] Helicopter crash rescue operations.

[00:21:38] Ship sinking survival experience.

[00:26:10] Rescue operation in harsh conditions.

[00:32:20] Rescue swimmer's harrowing experiences.

[00:39:15] Helicopter salvage operations.

[00:39:36] Shipwreck's lasting impact on sea.

[00:45:17] Saving lives through aviation.

QUOTES

• “The salvage operations went on for more than two years and international law says you cannot leave a shipwreck out at sea. That's just not a thing anymore. And this one, this shipwreck is still there to this day. It is a permanent reef.” - Aaron Bean
• “To just be in the elements along with the ocean and the waves and then a broken ship. I mean, there are so many things going against you that the odds of surviving.” - Blake Elsner
• “I get a lot of respect from my peers. They look at me like, you know, with reverence. So, yeah, and I always buried the lead.” - Aaron Bean

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Blake Elsner

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

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In episode 11 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Bryan Bowles, owner of Worth Clark Realty and Transactly, as he discusses the pivotal mentorship that guided him toward business, comparing the competitive nature of the business to sports.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about passion, impact, and transformation in the world of entrepreneurship.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:20] Competitive spirit in business.

[00:05:55] Buying back your time.

[00:08:12] Interest rates and real estate.

[00:13:06] Midwest affordability compared to coasts.

[00:16:10] Human connections in business.

[00:24:30] Anti-fragility of real estate agents.

[00:27:09] Future of real estate branding.

[00:30:29] Technology in real estate.

[00:32:50] AI and real estate value.

QUOTES

• "I think of business really as a sport more than anything else. There are lots of wins and lots of losses. The plus is that you can use your mind." - Bryan Bowles
• "You're just going to learn more. You never know what it's going to lead to. And I think that's the beauty of. Of business. And then combining that is because you never know whenever serendipity is going to occur, what kind of opportunity is going to be there." - Bryan Bowles
• "I think bringing that human element back into play and kind of talking with people, that's where like the magic kind of happens and people feel connected and people feel wanted. And I think that's what people like today." - Blake Elsner

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Blake Elsner

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.elsner/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

Bryan Bowles

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X: https://x.com/bryanbowles

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Worth Clark Realty: https://worthclark.com/

Transactly: https://transactly.com/

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In episode 10 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Thomas J Bommarito, owner of Green Light Dispensary, as they discuss the importance of education for consumers, the benefits of medical marijuana, and the significant impact the cannabis industry has had on job creation and community support in Missouri.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about making informed choices in the realm of cannabis.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:04] Opioid alternative: cannabis benefits.

[00:05:39] Medical marijuana success stories.

[00:07:41] Industry growth and safety measures.

[00:10:45] Recovery benefits of edibles.

[00:16:23] Missouri dispensary licensing process.

[00:18:05] De-scheduling cannabis for better banking.

[00:22:44] State regulation in cannabis industry.

[00:26:37] Underground Event for cannabis vendors.

[00:30:34] Underground cannabis events.

[00:34:27] Crime reduction through legal weed.

[00:35:07] Importance of medical cannabis.

QUOTES

• "In a world where opioid addiction has become an epidemic, cannabis offers a way to manage pain and other conditions without the same risk of dependency and harmful side effects." - Blake Elsner
• "If you served our country, you ought to be able to get health care. You ought to be able to go get whatever you need." - Thomas J Bommarito
• "I couldn't do any of this without our employees. They're the best and being close with them and learning from them is really the thing." - Thomas J Bommarito

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Blake Elsner

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

Thomas J Bommarito

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thomas.j.bommarito/

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In episode 9 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Adam McChesney, founder of Builder of Authority, as he shares his incredible journey from medical device sales to full-time entrepreneurship during the pandemic.

Tune in for valuable insights on enhancing your personal brand and the entrepreneurial journey.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:41] Builders of Authority live events.

[00:05:27] Personal branding event evolution.

[00:08:26] Overcomplicating business and success.

[00:12:34] Value over money in events.

[00:17:21] Authority and integrity in business.

[00:20:16] Personal branding and entrepreneurship.

[00:22:50] Entrepreneurship is often lonely.

[00:27:28] St. Louis event support challenges.

[00:30:50] Building local community ecosystems.

[00:32:32] Leveling up in podcasting.

[00:39:17] Creative business innovation strategies.

[00:40:31] Systems in business success.

[00:44:05] Personal transformation through community.

QUOTES

• “I think the biggest learning lesson that I had was a lot of us overcomplicate business and success. We think it's going to take a lot more work than it actually usually does because we overthink every step of the process and we want it to be perfect.” - Adam McChesney
• "When you don't lead by that money and you lead by value, everything else just falls into place." - Blake Elsner
• "You can't put a price on authority. You can't put a price on integrity and you can't put a price on your core value. So in this season, in 2024, I've taken more losses, more lumps than I've ever had." - Adam McChesney

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Blake Elsner

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-elsner-a04396b5/

Adam McChesney

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adam.mcchesney.3/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-mcchesney-b21b1256/

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Elevate with Elsner Podcast: https://elevatewithelsnerpodcast.com/

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Adam McChesney: https://adammcchesney.com/

Builders of Authority: https://buildauthority.co/