Entrepreneurs Gone Wild

What if slowing down was the secret to waking up?Karen Richter helps midlife women stop living on autopilot and feel fully alive again. Through nature immersions, mindful practices like Qigong and Yoga Nidra, and soul-restoring retreats, she guides women back to their own joy and vitality. In this episode, Karen shares:- Why so many “successful” women feel secretly unfulfilled- How nature immersion works (even if you’re in a city or on Zoom)- The surprising health benefits science is uncovering about time outdoors- Why “doing nothing” in nature can spark the best ideas- The role of play, community, and permission to slow downRead Karen's feature: https://entrepreneursgonewild.com/p/karen-richter

Are you a high achieving woman who has checked every box… career, family, the house, even the lawnmower… but still feels empty? You’re not alone.In this episode of Entrepreneurs Gone Wild, Tiffany Simms explains how she walked away from a prestigious career as a nuclear chemist to help ambitious women redefine success, prevent burnout, and build lives that actually feel good.We cover:- Why “checking all the boxes” leaves many women unfulfilled- Burnout recovery strategies that actually work- Tiffany’s “Life GPS” method for balance and clarity- How nature sparks creativity, focus, and resilience- The Modern Woman Society: coaching and community for thriving without guiltIf you’ve ever Googled “how to avoid burnout,” “how to find fulfillment,” or “why success doesn’t feel good,” this episode is for you.Connect with Tiffany Simms: https://www.instagram.com/thetiffanysimmsRead her full story: https://entrepreneursgonwild.com/p/tiffany-simmsTimestamps0:00 – Tiffany’s story: from nuclear chemist to entrepreneur12:00 – Why high achieving women struggle with emptiness24:00 – How the “Life GPS” helps prevent burnout37:00 – The role of nature in clarity and success50:00 – Building The Modern Woman Society and raising capital

Read Tiffany's story here: https://entrepreneursgonewild.com/p/tiffany-simms on Friday, September 26, 2025

What does it take to turn heartbreak into hope? For James Ojo, it started with a truckload of expired groceries delivered to children in need. That moment sparked the creation of the Destiny Connect Foundation, a global nonprofit dedicated to dignity, leadership, and sustainable change.

In this interview, James shares his journey from Nigeria to South Africa, building businesses while staying true to his mission of service. You’ll discover:

If you care about social entrepreneurship, nonprofit growth, or global leadership, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

Learn more: destinyconnectfoundation.org

What if your biggest breakthroughs came not from working harder, but from finally resting?In this episode of Entrepreneurs Gone Wild, Lydia Knight shares her journey from surviving a cult to leading one of the top 2% woman-owned businesses worldwide. She reveals how neuroscience, nature, and a single hammock day reshaped her life and the lives of thousands of women she serves.

We cover:Breaking free from hidden rules that keep high achievers stuckHow neuroscience backs up the “pattern interrupts” found in natureWhy rest can unlock more ROI than relentless work ever couldThe Five C’s method that helps women rewire thought patternsWhat it looks like to live and work on your own terms

Lydia’s memoir: Split https://theshecenter.com/books/split/Connect with Lydia: https://theshecenter.org

Looking for the best CRM for consultants, coaches, and solopreneurs who hate selling? Most CRMs are built for big sales teams, not for independent professionals. That’s why they feel overwhelming, complicated, and designed to track quotas instead of building relationships.

Reuben Swartz, founder of Mimiran CRM, flips the script. Mimiran is the CRM built specifically for independent consultants, coaches, and fractional executives who need clients but hate the sales grind. In this Entrepreneurs Gone Wild interview, Reuben explains how to make sales feel natural, why conversations are more powerful than funnels, and how simple tools can transform client relationships.

You’ll learn:

- Why most CRMs fail consultants and solo professionals

- How to use a “doctor approach” instead of pushy sales tactics

- The easiest way to nurture referral relationships

- Why nature (and walking your dog) can spark better business ideas

- How Mimiran CRM helps you enjoy selling by focusing on conversations

Timestamps

0:00 – Why Reuben built Mimiran CRM for consultants & coaches

7:15 – The problem with traditional CRMs for solopreneurs

15:20 – How to sell like a doctor, not a salesperson

23:45 – Making relationship-building simple and effective

32:30 – Why walking outdoors leads to better business ideas

What does it really take to move from burnout and self-doubt to freedom, clarity, and joy?

In this episode of Entrepreneurs Gone Wild, Blangelika Rivera shares her extraordinary journey from losing 200 pounds and breaking free from corporate stress, to becoming a Reiki Master and building a movement around her mantra: I Am My Biggest Fan.

She opens up about the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the healing practices that now fuel her mission to help others reclaim their happiness.

🌿 You’ll hear how: • Trauma and burnout led her to holistic healing • Nature became her partner in resilience and clarity • Reiki, retreats, and community circles change lives • She overcame fear and turned setbacks into growth • Anyone can start becoming their own biggest fan

Blangelika’s story is proof that it’s never too late to transform your life and share your gifts with the world.

👉 Connect with Blangelika Rivera: http://www.blangelikasboutique.com

Stuart Elliott joins Entrepreneurs Gone Wild to share what it really means to live with purpose and how he helps people reconnect with their own inner compass. From surviving a swarm of killer bees to coaching clients through imposter syndrome and fear of flying, Stuart brings sharp insight, deep calm, and a rare ability to listen beyond the words.

We talk about what it's like to live and work remotely in China, how nature helps reconnect you to what's real, and why Stuart believes midlife is the perfect time to choose your own path.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Meet Stuart Elliott: Soul Whisperer & Possibility Coach

3:12 – Growing up outdoors: roots of Stuart’s love for nature

11:27 – Why people get stuck (and how Stuart helps them unstick)

22:00 – Coaching breakthroughs that happen in one conversation

35:52 – The true story of Stuart vs. the African killer bees

47:56 – The one reframe that can change everything

At 88 years old, Wowza Lodge is redefining what’s possible. In this conversation with host Susan Anderson, she shares her extraordinary journey—from a wounded childhood to international teaching, from Esalen to China, from trauma to transformation.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your body, disconnected from your voice, or afraid of getting older… this episode is your invitation to reconnect. Through breath, movement, sound, and nature, Wowza helps people come fully alive—no matter their age.

Get ready for stories that will leave you inspired, grounded, and buzzing with possibility.

Learn more: https://sacredactor.com

What can a sled dog musher teach you about entrepreneurship?A lot more than you'd think.In this episode of Entrepreneurs Gone Wild, Robert Forto shares how running the Iditarod (a 1,000-mile race across Alaska) shaped his philosophy on leadership, grit, and mental fitness. From launching Alaska Dog Works to coaching entrepreneurs through Peak Experience, Robert reveals why stamina beats strategy and how to build the inner strength needed to lead a team, a business, and a life with meaning.If you've ever felt like quitting…If your mindset's been your biggest bottleneck…If you're done chasing hype and ready to build something that lasts…This one’s for you.Connect with Robert: https://robertforto.com0:00 — The moment sled dogs changed everything5:21 — What mushing taught him about leadership14:47 — From Iditarod to entrepreneurship: how it all connects22:03 — Why mental fitness beats motivation30:10 — The real work of building staying power

After 26 years at The Wall Street Journal, Richard got laid off and built a coaching business to help others find what’s next. What do you do when the career you’ve had for decades suddenly ends?Richard Taliaferro spent 26 years at The Wall Street Journal. Then came the layoff. Instead of scrambling, he leaned into something he’d prepared for quietly: coaching.In this episode, Richard shares how he helps mid-career professionals navigate identity loss, rediscover what drives them, and take bold steps toward work that fits their life... not the other way around.If you’ve ever thought, “Is this it?” this conversation will shift something in you.🔗 Learn more about Richard: https://richardtaliaferro.com00:00 – Intro to Richard’s story and WSJ background03:18 – What Richard sees in mid-career professionals in transition07:44 – Why mindset is the real pivot point12:02 – How Richard prepared for coaching before he needed it17:36 – The surprising magic of walking, coffee, and park benches