From Caving In To Crushing It

By Drew Deraney

Hello and welcome to From Caving In To Crushing It Podcast. I’m Drew Deraney. I'm passionate about helping men overcome adversity. I've been through a lot. I’ve got the uncanny knack of encountering m... more

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December 31, 2023Episode 53 - Cordelia Gaffar - About 13 Years Ago, When I Was Pregnant With My Fifth Child, I Realized That I Wasn't in a Fulfilling Marriage. Me and My Husband's Relationship Wasn't What I Really Wanted
This episode: About 13 years ago, when I was pregnant with my fifth child, I realized that I wasn't in a fulfilling marriage. Me and my husband's relationship wasn't what I really wanted.

Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Overcoming challenges and growing as a person. (0:03)
Cordelia shares her story of overcoming challenges in life, including a defining moment that forced her to reevaluate her approach to living and growing as a person.
Cordelia highlights how she chose to move forward and make a better life for herself professionally and personally, despite obstacles and setbacks.
Self-nurturing, divorce, and spiritual growth. (2:03)
Cordelia reflects on her journey of self-discovery through belly dancing during pregnancy, leading to a more fulfilling motherhood and personal growth.
She shares her journey of self-discovery and healing through exploring her sexuality and writing a book on detaching from toxic relationships.
Self-care and relationship growth. (6:57)
Mind alignment and sexual organs are connected in the human body, with different names for each gender.
Women often change in relationships while men expect the opposite, leading to misalignment and potential divorce.
Women are learning to prioritize self-care and break free from societal expectations of selflessness, realizing it's not selfish to prioritize their own needs for the benefit of their relationships and overall well-being.
Cordelia emphasizes the importance of self-care and self-nurturing, distinguishing between the two concepts.
Self-care, self-nurture, and setting boundaries. (15:45)
Cordelia suggests embracing feminine energy for balance and joy.
She emphasizes the importance of self-respect and self-trust in order to self-nurture and release expectations from others.
Cordelia suggests setting boundaries and practicing self-care in every interaction to honor oneself and rebirth into a new version of oneself.
Boundaries and self-care are crucial for mental and emotional well-being.
She shares their experience of impacting the energy of those around them by practicing gratitude and smiling at strangers in a grocery store.
Cordelia notes that their inner vibration and alignment with her four minds magnetize different behaviors from the people closest to her, including a woman who smiled back at her.
Quantum physics, energy, and self-love. (26:51)
Thoughts create emotions, which manifest as physical attributes and influence interactions with others.

To learn more about Cordelia, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/cordelia-gaffar/ or you can go to Cordelia’s website at https://www.cordeliagaffar.com

Cordelia Gaffar Bio: Cordelia Gaffar is The Ultimate-Joy Goddess, a soul medicine woman guiding women to have multiorgasmic sex everytime!!
As the CEO of Workout Around My Day Inc, she is a globally sought after speaker, workshop and movement facilitator, a four-time best-selling author of eight books including America’s leading Ladies with Oprah Winfrey, podcast host for her personal podcast The Free to Be Show formally The Replenish Me Show. Certified in Sports Nutrition, Holistic Healing Practitioner, Certified Mvt109 Facilitator.
She has won multiple awards including:
Top National Influencer, Sexy Brilliant Leader, and inducted into the Global Library of Female Authors in 2020; the Brainz Global 500 Award of Influencers and Entrepreneurs for 2021 and 2023
2022 won Podcast of the Year, best podcast host in 2019 internationally.
BOOKS for PEACE 2022 award, CREA Award.
She left her position as a CFO for a small IT firm in Washington DC nineteen years ago to homeschool her six children for 19 years. She has been featured on America Meditating Radio, British Muslim TV, South African radio 786, Soul Wealth Radio in Washington DC, and Fox News.
Expert Speaker on Masturbation vs Medication, Sustainable Practices Self-Nurturing, Inclusivity Through Joy-Bonding. The two soul medicine processes she has created are, The foundational self-leadership and self-nurturing Replenish Me ™ process and the next level awareness process Four Mind Alignment ™ helps you to align your body wisdom or four minds (lotus. stomach, heart and brain). She coaches executives, world leaders and change agents.
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December 29, 2023Episode 52 - Tom Briggs - At 30 Years Old, I Had This Mini Mega Existential Crisis. I Was 10 Years Into My Career, Working for an Old Friend and I Could Tell It Was Time for Us to Part Ways, Which Was Very Difficult.
This episode: At 30 years old, I had this mini mega existential crisis. I was 10 years into my career, working for an old friend and I could tell it was time for us to part ways, which was very difficult.

Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Overcoming setbacks and living a fruitful life. (0:01)
Tom Briggs shares a defining moment in his life where he realized there's a better way to live, and he's made changes to become the best person he can be.
Personal growth and relationships. (1:43)
Tom experienced an existential crisis at 30, questioning his identity and career after 10 years of working for a close friend.
He and his friend grew up together, but their friendship evolved over time, leading to a difficult separation.
Overcoming complacency and building confidence through taking on challenges. (4:10)
Tom learned that leaving a job can be like working on muscles, and it's important to take on challenges to build confidence and become a better version of oneself.
His experience of being ahead of his partner in a business venture led to a realization that complacency is a killer of innovation and creativity, and it's important to take on hard challenges to stay sharp and grow.
Fear and its impact on decision-making. (7:21)
Tom agrees that fear is a powerful guiding force, and acknowledges his own struggle with conflict in his family of origin.
Learning to handle conflict in a healthy way. (8:14)
Tom reflects on learning to handle conflict in a healthy way.
Improving communication in marriages through empathy and addressing root causes. (9:34)
Tom discusses the importance of addressing root causes in relationships, rather than avoiding conflict.
Personal growth, martial arts, and business. (11:07)
Tom reflects on his journey in martial arts, citing it as a means of personal growth and self-improvement.
He discusses how his business, which he never intended to start, has been strengthened by his martial arts practice and his epigraph.
Branding and marketing strategies for disruptive industries. (13:31)
Tom reflects on past lessons to inform future strategic branding consultancy work, focusing on values-aligned organizations and advancing the human collective.
Tom works with disruptive industries, helping engineers articulate world-changing products and their impact on humanity, with a focus on Portland, Oregon.
Brand strategy, positioning, and career development. (16:48)
Tom draws on his background in technical writing and copywriting to work with various companies in the tech and creative industries.
Tom is active on LinkedIn and mentors early-stage startups at an incubator in New York, and is always open to connecting with others for professional conversations.
Life and business advice from a seasoned professional. (19:53)
Tom advises young Tom Briggs to find his tribe and remind himself of the importance of finding people who share similar interests and values.
Tom encourages young Tom Briggs to look for lessons in every experience, even the difficult ones, and to craft his own story.

To learn more about Tom, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbriggs/ or you can go to Tom’s website at https://www.helloepigraph.com/

Tom Briggs Bio: Tom Briggs | Epigraph | Brand, Creative & Content Strategy Director & CMO
After nearly 20 years of collaboration spanning Global Fortune 50 to early-stage startups, Tom Briggs offers strategic CMO-level brand advisement with a focus on [product + market fit] and strategic competitive positioning for innovative and highly disruptive organizations and individuals. As a mentor at Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator NYC—New York City’s largest tech incubator, Tom specializes in building values-led, sustainable, scalable brands rooted in purpose, values and mission. Tom is an internationally cited social media researcher, Center for Creative Leadership graduate, mentor, coach and advocate for more ethical, humane and conscious capitalism.
A visionary leader of award-winning strategic marketing, design, creative, publicity and communications teams, Tom has a proven ability to cultivate, lead and inspire high-performing, disruptive, values-conscious teams. Fueled by curiosity and a commitment to the gritty pursuit of the greater human good, Tom is an internationally cited [social media + brand] researcher, Center for Creative Leadership graduate, mentor, coach and advocate for ethical startups and more human brands.

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epigraph is an independent [brand + innovation + design] collective focused on highly disrupted spaces. epigraph cultivates, equips and inspires high-performing, disruptive, value-conscious teams to tell their stories better. epigraph collaborates with strategic marketers, thinkers, creatives, change-makers, academic researchers and early-stage investors.
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December 29, 2023Episode 51 - Anush Mnatsakanyan - It Was in School, It Was in Different Places in Life, Where When You're Just Losing Who You Are as a Person and You're Starting to Live With the Thoughts and With the Statements That Other People Created for You.
This episode: It was in school, it was in different places in life, where when you're just losing who you are as a person and you're starting to live with the thoughts and with the statements that other people created for you.

Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Overcoming life challenges and finding oneself. (0:01)
Anush Mnatsakanyan reflects on her life journey, sharing a defining moment that led her to reassess her priorities and create a better life path.
Anush encourages others to embrace challenges and take risks to find their true potential, emphasizing the importance of self-discovery and personal growth.
Losing one's identity in pursuit of success. (2:21)
Anush realized at age 24 that they had lost herself in her business and finance goals, and her hobbies and free time were sacrificed.
Her marriage was affected by her intense focus on business, and she was not fully present on her wedding day.
Finding purpose beyond business success. (4:45)
Anush reflects on her life and realizes she’s been prioritizing business over personal fulfillment, leading to feelings of frustration and disconnection.
She begins to reevaluate her priorities and explore new hobbies and interests outside of her business, hoping to find a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Self-love and personal growth. (6:48)
Anush struggles with self-love and creates problems in her life, realizing many don't love themselves first.
Her mom becomes a life coach and helps her understand the importance of self-love, leading to a shift in perspective.
Self-love and self-care. (9:03)
Anush realized the importance of self-love and started prioritizing her own needs, such as attending yoga classes and setting aside time for self-reflection.
She shared her journey of learning to love herself, mentioning that it took time and effort to break old habits and develop new ones, but it's worth it to understand what true love and selflessness mean.
Overcoming depression and finding meaning in life. (11:41)
Anush shares her personal struggle with feeling lost and alone, and the importance of supporting oneself in finding meaning in life.
She plans to start by supporting her inner child, who was happy and carefree at ages 3-4, to rediscover joy and happiness.
Inner child healing and breaking free from societal expectations. (14:44)
Anush reflects on her inner child and the messages she received as a child, such as hiding her emotions and being calmer.
She encourages herself to embrace her emotional health and be authentic, rather than living in someone else's belief system.
Self-love and affirmations. (18:04)
Anush shares her personal growth journey, including creating vision boards and practicing self-love through mirror work.
She reveals her struggle with wanting to have a baby, despite feeling unready due to business obligations.
Self-love and unexpected pregnancy. (21:22)
Feeling conflicted about losing business vs. having a baby, but realized business is not holding her back and a baby is a "magic moment."
Anush realized a baby is more important than business when she was in a place of loving herself.
Self-love and business success. (24:01)
Anush shares her personal journey of self-love and business success, revealing that prioritizing self-care and emotional vulnerability has led to greater fulfillment and happiness in both areas.
Her goal in her business is to simply care for her clients and help them achieve results through video, highlighting the importance of emotional vulnerability and self-love in their work.
Video marketing, personal growth, and business advice. (27:33)
"Never give up, always think of multiple options. Be open-minded and creative."
"For young entrepreneurs, advice is to be open-minded, creative, and never give up on your goals."

To learn more about Anush, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/anush-mnatsakanyan/?locale=en_US or you can go to Anush’s website at http://www.burnwe.com/

Anush Mnatsakanyan Bio: Anush Mnatsakanyan is a Video Marketing Expert and Co-Founder/CEO of Burnwe.
Her expertise has helped 200+ startups to achieve their goals through effective video strategies.
As the driving force behind Burnwe, she and her dedicated team already succeeded in revolutionizing the way businesses approach their video marketing in 20+ countries over the world.
Anush is a charismatic leader with 10k+ LinkedIn followers, highly regarded for her expertise in video marketing tips and business development.
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December 29, 2023Episode 50 - Steve Ramona - My Dad Passed Away at the End of 2017. Lived a Beautiful Life. Died in Sleep Like He Wanted It to Be. He Was My Best Friend. Like a Brother. We'd Spend a Lot of Time Together.
This episode: My dad passed away at the end of 2017. Lived a beautiful life. Died in sleep like he wanted it to be. He was my best friend. Like a brother. We'd spend a lot of time together.

Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Grief, mentorship, and spiritual growth after losing a father figure. (1:16)
Steve Ramona's father passed away in 2017, which led to a period of reflection and change in Steve's life.
Steve discovered his father's Bible and notes, which inspired him to explore Christianity and serve others in his business.
Steve credits his father with teaching him the importance of having a mentor and serving others, and he has applied these lessons to his own life and business.
Faith, hardships, and moving forward. (5:00)
Steve reflects on his father's faith and how it has impacted his life, sharing stories of hope and resilience.
Networking, personal growth, and business success. (6:44)
Steve shares his journey of building a network and finding success through connecting with others, including being introduced to a networking group and podcasting.
He emphasizes the importance of building relationships and networking, citing examples of how it has benefited him and his business.
The power of support systems and giving back. (9:44)
Steve discusses the importance of having a strong support system, citing examples of how it can help navigate life's challenges and achieve success.
He emphasizes the power of giving back and serving others, believing that doing so can lead to financial success and a more fulfilling life
Giving value, networking, and personal growth. (11:59)
Steve shares his philosophy on giving and receiving, emphasizing the importance of adding value to others and being open to receiving help in return.
Steve is a coach in Pantheon's Masterclass, where he works with successful business owners to build partnerships and create offers to help them make an impact and earn money.
Personal growth and business success. (15:57)
Steve advises young Steve to "shut up and listen" and to focus on personal growth, improving by 1% every day.
Steve encourages young Steve to start today, as the first 90 days will lead to significant growth and progress.
Breaking down big goals into smaller wins and keeping promises to oneself. (18:34)
Steve Ramona shares his advice on breaking down big goals into smaller, achievable chunks (1% improvement each day) to reach success.
Steve offers a free consultation to the first three people who reach out to him on LinkedIn, mentioning this podcast, and sends a $20 Amazon gift card to support their podcast.

To learn more about Steve, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveramona/ or you can go to Steve’s website at https://www.healthmatchingaccounts.com/select-your-hma-plan/?broker=7874002458%20%20(Medical/Vision/Dental%20Savings%20Account)

Steve Ramona Bio: Steve Ramona discovered his calling at a young age and is now on a mission to share his secret sauce for success. He thrives on forging meaningful connections, sharing referrals, and watching people flourish.
His contagious passion for the Law of Increase makes his podcast "Doing Business with a Servant's Heart" so successful. This show is chock-full of inspiring stories about overcoming challenges and serving others.
Steve has a knack for spreading good vibes and elevating those around him. He learned from his dad that entrepreneurial spirit is a great way to make money. I can share stories of how people serve, struggle and win. We all must overcome something, so why not learn to serve, and overcome it much faster? I learned early working in our Health Club the importance of customer service. I learned that the more I served it was a win-win for everyone. I enjoy working with people, referring people, and helping people grow. The Law of Increase is my mission when I network around the world.
I love to mentor businesspeople and offer all the resources I have. To win, you must grow yourself first; then, you can share this with others! I am an avid reader and have built a large book directory to share with others.
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December 28, 2023Episode 49 - Curtis Green - One of My Good Friends From College, His Youngest Daughter Was One and a Half When She Was Diagnosed With a Brain Tumor.
This episode: One of My Good Friends From College, His Youngest Daughter Was One and a Half When She Was Diagnosed With a Brain Tumor.

Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Life journey with personal struggles and growth. (0:01)
Curtis Green shares his personal journey of self-discovery and growth after witnessing the struggles of friends and family, including a young girl diagnosed with a brain tumor.
Curtis’ experience at CHOC Hospital in California changed his perspective on life, leading him to re-evaluate his priorities and values.
Starting a nonprofit for pediatric cancer research. (2:51)
Curtis reflects on friend's daughter's cancer diagnosis and subsequent fundraising efforts.
He started a nonprofit fundraiser for pediatric cancer research after attending a fundraiser for PCRF and being inspired by the energy of the event.
His company, with over 100 employees, now raises around $100,000 annually for pediatric cancer research through their fundraising efforts.
Creating a nonprofit organization to help families in need. (6:04)
"We created a monthly stipend for families living below poverty level with cancer, and delivered food, toys, and backpacks for holidays and back to school."
"We partnered with other nonprofits to help families find employment and bought an apartment building near Choc Hospital."
Charity work and fundraising efforts. (8:46)
Curtis discusses his nonprofit organization, which provides housing and financial support to families with children suffering from cancer.
The organization has raised $7 million in the past year and hopes to continue growing to help more people.
Cancer support and personal growth. (11:50)
Curtis shares his story of families overcoming cancer and him starting a non-profit organization to help other families in similar situations.
Curtis encourages the audience to take action and make a difference in the world, highlighting the importance of empathy and helping others.
Life advice and business tips. (15:32)
Curtis Green's father gave him advice when he was 10 years old: "Trust yourself and give back to help others."
Curtis Green's advice to young entrepreneurs is to "Give back and you'll get it back in spades."

To learn more about Curtis, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtis-green-08943013/ or you can go to Curtis’ website at https://miraclesforkids.org/

Curtis Green Bio: As a San Diego native, Mr. Green attended San Diego State University, and for the last 30 years has been working in real estate and mortgage banking industries.
In the mid 1990’s, he and partner, Len Hamilton, launched Sea Breeze Financial Services, Inc., a full-service Mortgage Bank, Escrow, and Real Estate Company based in Southern California with over 250 employees. As Co-Founder and Executive Vice President, he was instrumental in orchestrating partnerships with key real estate, REO and builder communities throughout Southern California.
In 1999, he and Mr. Hamilton implemented an internal fundraising arm of Sea Breeze Financial called The Breeze Fund, with the goal of raising funds to support The Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation.
In 2001, they expanded that effort by turning The Breeze Fund into a 501(c)(3) organization called Mortgage Miracles for Kids, later renamed Miracles for Kids.
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December 28, 2023Episode 48 - Michael Fritzius - In July 2012, I found a lump. It was cancerous. Things fell into place so rapidly to find out that this is actually a tumor and needs to be removed.
This episode: In July 2012, I Found a Lump. It Was Cancerous. Things Fell Into Place So Rapidly to Find Out That This is Actually a Tumor and Needs to Be Removed.

Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Cancer diagnosis and creating one's own reality. (0:01)
Michael Fritzius shared his personal story of finding a cancerous tumor in 2012 and how things fell into place for him to receive treatment.
Michael pinpointed the defining moment as finding a lump in 2012 and how it led to his cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Cancer diagnosis and personal growth. (3:05)
Michael received a call from his doctor with life-changing news: a tumor that needed to be surgically removed.
His experience with cancer has made him a stronger person, despite the challenges he faced, and he is grateful for the lessons he learned.
Cancer diagnosis and treatment with a focus on the patient's perspective. (5:53)
Michael had cancer that was diagnosed and treated through surgery, with a high cure rate, but the process of regular check-ups and scans was stressful and left a lasting impact on his mental health.
He eventually disagreed with his doctors and decided to stop undergoing regular cancer screenings, citing the stress as a negative impact on their well-being.
Career changes, job security, and emotional maturity. (9:24)
Michael reflects on his past job experiences, mentioning high stress environments and a lack of emotional maturity.
He describes how he transitioned to a contracting position, acknowledging the uncertainty and potential for job loss.
Taking risks and relationships. (13:10)
Michael reflects on his history of risk aversion and how it contrasts with his decision to get married in 2007.
Career changes, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. (14:33)
Michael discusses his journey from a corporate job to starting his own company, Arch DevOps, to help larger corporations automate software testing.
His goal was to work himself out of a job by teaching his clients how to automate testing, eventually increasing the company to 1.4 employees.
Michael shut down the company in early 2021, but still uses the email address and calendar from that time.
Podcasting and e-commerce businesses. (18:13)
Michael discusses his two businesses: a full-service podcasting agency and a natural products business that started as a response to customer demand.
He notes that his podcasting and natural product businesses support each other, with the podcast providing exposure for their natural product business and vice versa.

Podcasting as a relationship-building tool. (21:10)
Podcasting is about building relationships, not just recording and distributing content.
The clean-living platform helps podcasters keep guests in their ecosystem and build relationships with them.
Entrepreneurship, product development, and marketing. (24:01)
Michael discusses his business, ecommerce, which sells natural and organic products such as shampoo bars, lip balms, and deodorant lotion bars.
He mentions that his products are sold at various events and markets, including farmers markets and holistic places.
They are expanding into the dog space with products like lotion for dogs and dog paws.
Risk-taking, identity, and business failure. (28:00)
Michael shares personal experiences and insights, encouraging others to keep a light touch on business and not take failures personally.
To learn more about Michael, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fritzops/ or you can go to Michael’s website at https://podcastify.me/

Michael Fritzius Bio: Fritz had his first opportunity to crush it after a cancer diagnosis in 2012. While it wasn't a really bad kind, it was the kind of thing that really made him sit up and realize: his priorities weren't straight.
It was a combination of emotional immaturity, no way to de-stress in a healthy way, and pressures coming to a head that led to poor health. But now he knows, it was exactly the push he needed.
Previously he wanted to find a good job, nestle in, and work until retirement. The push launched him into the entrepreneurial world, podcasting, counseling, mentoring and networking. Every day more opportunities take him way out of his comfort zone and help him have a big impact on people around him.
Nobody knows what life could've been like. No one CAN know. But what we do know is we can control our minds and actions every minute of every day. That's what he strives to do and what he encourages others to as well.
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December 19, 2023Episode 47 - Andrew Anderson - In August 2013, I Was at the Height of My Life. Within a Six-week Period, It All Came to a Screeching Halt When My Wife Decided That She Wanted to Separate.
This episode:
In August 2013, I was at the height of my life. Within a six-week period, it all came to a screeching halt when my wife decided that she wanted to separate.

Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Life challenges and personal growth after a difficult period. (0:00)
Andrew's life was going well until his wife decided to separate and he found himself living in his parents' basement.
Andrew reflects on this defining moment as a turning point in his life, realizing that he had been living according to societal expectations rather than his own desires.
Resilience and self-determination in the face of adversity. (2:42)
In a dark moment, Andrew finds hope and inner freedom through Viktor Frankl's book, Man’s Search For Meaning.
Finding happiness and fulfillment through self-awareness. (5:05)
Andrew shares his personal journey of discovering his true happiness by being honest about his feelings and beliefs.
He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and working through negative emotions and limiting beliefs to uncover one's true purpose and potential.
Andrew encourages listeners to take the first step towards their transformation by identifying where they are currently at and being willing to do the hard work of change.
Environment and mindset for personal growth. (9:36)
Surrounding myself with supportive people and resources helped me change my environment and mindset.
Physical environment changes can lead to mental and spiritual environment changes, which in turn can lead to new perspectives and opportunities.
Finding inspiration and purpose through nature and spirituality. (12:55)
Andrew was inspired to write a book after having a spiritual experience in Zion National Park, where he felt a voice speak to him and encourage him to fulfill his creative potential.
Andrew's coaching business experienced a boost in recent memory when he embraced his passion and unique gifts, leading to impactful results for his clients.
Personal growth and coaching with a seasoned coach. (16:21)
Andrew reflects on a recent breakthrough session with a client, highlighting the client's transformation and his role in empowering the client with tools for personal growth.

To learn more about Andrew, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewlanderson85/ or you can go to Andrew’s website at https://www.andrewlanderson.com/

Andrew Anderson Bio:
Everybody yearns to have at least one person in their life who believes in them; that they can do what they say they can do, who believes they can be the person they want to be. Andrew is that person.
Andrew grew up in Boise, ID. He served a two-year service mission for his church to Belgium and France. He went on to receive a master’s degree in Education and loved teaching high school students for six years. Since 2015, Andrew has cultivated this teaching passion as a #1 international best-selling author, speaker, and coach, helping individuals break through limiting beliefs, transform their lives and businesses and find lasting freedom.
When away from work, you can find Andrew with his family on the soccer field, basketball court, recital halls, or the mountains of Idaho. His wife and seven kids drive his Life Mission. At the end of the day, know this: Andrew will take a stand for your greatness more than you will stand for your own limitations. He will fight harder for your possibilities than you do.
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December 15, 2023Episode 46 - Corey Herring - One of the Players on My Team Was Murdered by Another Player on the Team. That Resulted in an Investigation of the Entire Program, Lost Opportunities and Setbacks.
This episode: One of the players on my team was assaulted and murdered by another player on the team. That resulted in an investigation of the entire program and revealed that I didn't have a scholarship and was allegedly being funded by other people.
Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Overcoming challenges and finding inspiration. (0:02)
Corey Herring shares his personal story of overcoming challenges and finding a better way to live.
Corey reflects on his childhood experiences of violence and poverty, and how he sought to escape his circumstances through sports and personal growth.
High school sports, college recruitment, and basketball career. (4:35)
Corey was a late bloomer in sports, starting with football at 14 and then switching to basketball in high school.
He made the varsity high school team and had a turning point moment when he transferred to a public school and started playing early morning pickup games, which helped him make a name for himself.
Corey shares his experience of being underrecruited in basketball and how they eventually got noticed by scouts after a standout performance in a game.
He attended a preparatory school in Massachusetts to improve his skills and gain exposure from college scouts.
College basketball scholarship and personal struggles. (10:44)
Corey shares his experience playing basketball against top players Daniel B Gibson and Chris Bosh, with a recruiter from Baylor present.
He describes his experience transferring from Buffalo, New York to Baylor University in Texas, highlighting the contrasting reactions from coaches and community.
Corey describes his experience as an undersized athlete who worked hard to improve and eventually started games, despite initial struggles.
He mentions the importance of scholarships and stipend checks for athletes, and how it can be a relief to receive financial support.
College basketball scandal and its impact on a player's life. (17:55)
Corey reflects on his college basketball career, sharing his best game and the impact of the Baylor scandal on their experience.
His freshman year teammate Patrick Denny was murdered by another player, leading to an NCAA investigation and penalties for Baylor.
Despite losing his scholarship, Corey played his sophomore year with help from the team and an attorney, but the season was ultimately lost due to NCAA penalties.
Overcoming struggles and finding purpose through coaching. (23:56)
Corey reflects on his college experience and career choices after becoming a father during the great recession.
He reflects on his past struggles and finds inner strength to take control of his life.
Coach Corey learned to appreciate helping others reach their goals while coaching at a Division Three school in Buffalo.
To learn more about Corey, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-herring/
or you can go to Corey’s website at https://improving.com/
Corey Herring Bio: Corey Herring is a resilient and accomplished business executive in the technology industry, who has overcome the challenges of one of the NCAA's most tragic scandals. Despite the adversity he faced, Corey has emerged as a successful professional, driven by his determination and unwavering spirit.
In the early 2000s, Corey was a part of the Baylor University basketball program, a time marred by a scandal that shook the sports world. The scandal involved the murder of his teammate, Patrick Dennehy, by another player on the team. This tragic event left a lasting impact on Corey and the entire Baylor community.
However, Corey refused to let this tragedy define him. He channeled his resilience and determination into his academic and professional pursuits. Today, Corey is a respected business executive at a technology firm, where he has excelled through his strategic thinking, leadership skills, and ability to forge strong partnerships.
Corey's journey from the depths of the Baylor University basketball scandal to his current success is a testament to his strength of character and unwavering commitment to personal growth. He has transformed his experiences into valuable lessons, demonstrating the power of resilience and the ability to overcome adversity.
As a guest on the podcast "Caving in to Crushing it," Corey will share his unique perspective on the Baylor University basketball scandal and how it has shaped his life and career. Listeners can expect to gain insights into the transformative power of resilience and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity.
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37min
December 15, 2023Episode 45 - Bill Haase - After Making the Best Real Estate Move in My Life, the Housing Bust Hit and It Was So Hard on New Construction That We Lost Our Home.
This episode: After making the best real estate move in my life, by selling my home in one area and putting that money into a new home, new construction, in a new area, the housing bust hit and it was so hard on new construction that we lost our home.
Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Resilience and community support during difficult times. (0:00)
Bill Haase shares a defining moment that changed his perspective on life.
Bill lost his home in the housing bust and had to move to a new area with his family, only to face financial difficulties again.
His friends in the same neighborhood offered him and his family a place to stay and helped them move, showing the power of community support during difficult times.
Resilience and support system after financial setbacks. (3:58)
Bill reflects on how his family was brought closer together after a difficult time, crediting their decision to prioritize their Catholic faith and become more involved in their local church.
Bill’s journey towards becoming a Catholic in 2009 helped create a strong base for holding the family together, despite challenges.
He reflects on his 33-year marriage and the importance of having a supportive partner.
Financial literacy and entrepreneurship. (8:35)
Bill quit his corporate job after 4 years, feeling unfulfilled and wanting to return to the financial world.
He is now developing a financial literacy program for high school students, with plans to expand to college students in the future.
Bill advises starting small and being good at one thing before expanding, despite previously having a go big or go home approach.
Virtual conferences can reach underprivileged people, including minorities and those in rural areas.
Financial literacy and taboo topics in relationships. (16:05)
People don't talk about finances because they don't know about it, not because it's taboo.
Parents and spouses don't talk about money, leading to a lack of knowledge and communication among family members.
Early financial literacy education is crucial for success in life.
Life lessons, business advice, and generational changes. (20:45)
Bill discusses the importance of teaching life skills at home, such as decision-making and health and wellness, as the school system is not adequately providing these lessons.
He shares a personal experience of being taught by a private school headmaster that geometry is the only decision-making skill taught in school, highlighting the lack of practical life skills being taught in the education system.
Bill advises young entrepreneurs to focus on what they enjoy and appreciate in life, and to avoid distractions from shiny new things.
Bill Haase emphasizes the importance of patience and having backup plans in business.
He encourages listeners to reach out to him through his website or radio show and offers advice on staying humble in both personal and professional life.
To learn more about Bill, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-haase-a506299/
or you can go to Bill’s radio Show website at https://216thenet.com

Bill Haase: Host of Innovative Strategies radio show on 216thenet.com, Founder/CEO of MetaEd Partners LLC, providing financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills classes Globally.
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29min
December 13, 2023Episode 44 - Melissa Van Oss - I Was Finishing My Paper Route. I Saw My Neighbor Run Out of Her House With Her Firefighter Gear on. I Get Home and My House Had Burned Down to the Ground.
This episode: I was finishing my paper route. I saw my neighbor run out of her house with her firefighter gear on. I get home and my house had burned down to the ground.

Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Life lessons and resilience after a house fire. (0:02)
Melissa Van Oss shares how embracing life's non-linear nature has helped her and inspired her to help others.
Melissa recounts a traumatic experience of her childhood house burning down during her paper route, causing her to lose all belongings and temporarily homeless.
Her community came together to provide support, including collecting clothes and temporary housing, but the experience left a lasting impact on her life as a child.
Resilience and gratitude after house fires. (4:46)
Melissa reflects on a life-changing event at age 10, where her home burned down and she learned valuable lessons about resilience, gratitude, and not getting attached to material possessions.
She shares how she developed this mindset through her close relationship with her grandparents, who provided emotional support and a different perspective on the situation.
Melissa's house burned down twice, with the second time happening when she was a little older.
She learned the importance of having a solid support system, such as family and community, to help cope with difficult situations.
Self-confidence, resilience, and interpersonal relationships. (10:00)
Melissa shares her experience of developing confidence through public speaking in high school, including trying out for the school play and learning to embrace rejection.
She discusses how her sister's husband's passing at a young age due to kidney failure and organ donation impacted her understanding of grief and relationships.
Using seduction as a mindset for entrepreneurs. (15:34)
Melissa believes that every moment could be her last and judges interactions based on the energy they bring, prioritizing positive impact on others and personal relationships.
She values being a good person, helping others, and not having toxic relationships, especially in light of social media's potential to quickly go from good to toxic.
Melissa talks about the importance of confidence in entrepreneurship, using seduction as a way to open up to more possibilities and create a different perception of the world.
Marketing books and leveraging them for success. (20:47)
Melissa discusses the importance of staying power in business, citing examples of how they've built relationships with clients and colleagues over time.
She shares her current focus on marketing and book-related projects, aiming to help others and grow their own business.
She shares her personal experience of leveraging her book as a marketing tool, emphasizing the importance of visibility, credibility, and expert status.
Melissa's program, "Trust the Process," helps authors create a customized marketing campaign launch strategy to become best-sellers and leverage their book for further success.
Overcoming depression and building resilience. (25:30)
Author coach works with clients on various topics, including overcoming depression.
Melissa discusses her passion for public speaking and sharing mindset principles with student leaders and others in the higher ed world.

To learn more about Melissa, go to LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-van-oss-0b598166/ or you can go to Melissa’s linktr.ee at https://linktr.ee/melissavanoss

Melissa Van Oss: Melissa Van Oss is a three-time bestselling author, speaker, human relations strategist, and scholar. She is the author of the Seduction as a Second Language Series. Melissa uses her experiences in the world of Seduction to help others understand Seduction As A Second Language and how it translates into more confidence from the bedroom to the boardroom. When viewed as an intellectual pursuit, understanding Seduction will lead you down a path toward personal transformation, evolution, and higher consciousness. There is a difference between social Seduction and seducing someone in our personal relationships, Melissa shares how to tell the difference between them and how to use them to your advantage.
Her Trust the Process Book Marketing Program has resulted in 10 consecutive Amazon #1 bestselling new releases in multiple categories and two award winning books.
Melissa has been interviewed for Life-Altering Experiences on Roku TV as well as being featured in The Hollywood Times and the LA Tribune. She has also been a guest on the podcasts - “What Every Business Needs to Know Right Now,” “Analytical Chaos,” and “The Guy Who Knows a Guy.” She also recently spoke at the Monetize Your Matter Summit.
She works with individuals, high-level executives, entrepreneurs, as well as former professional athletes. Melissa has collaborated on the creation of several live events and spoken at numerous workshops. The Indie film in which Melissa was a consultant won numerous awards as well.
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38min

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