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- Episode 24: Crafting Your Lifestyle Design with Ali Boone
Have you been exploring the question of how to turn your passion into a profession? Transition into the life of your dreams and live the life of your passion with this special episode!
Ali Boone is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and published conference paper author who once worked in corporate America but now pursues a life of ultimate career freedom. She also launched Hipster Investments, one of the leading providers of turnkey rental properties, facilitating over $18 million in turnkey sales in the first five years of business.
She grew up in Atlanta with a typical outlook on life—go to school, get high grades, and find a stable job. With her degree in aerospace engineering, she was flying airplanes for a living but realized she didn’t love the pilot life. She decided to pivot, and soon after, she carved out a life for herself, free from worry and filled with joy. Now, a decade after her leap to an entrepreneurial journey, she is becoming the person she envisioned herself to be.
If you're thinking of making a shift and pursuing your passions, tune in as we pick Ali's brain to learn about her experience and life lessons after making a professional transition herself.
Key Takeaways
(00:49) - Who is Ali Boone
(02:14) - Getting to know Ali on a more personal level(06:39) - An entrepreneur’s corporate life(07:52) - Ali’s first-ever goal related to having a business(09:49) - Why the hustle culture is somehow overrated(12:39) - Making the switch to entrepreneurship(15:00) - How her family felt about her leap of faith(16:52) - What Ali got out of her aggressive real estate debut(17:59) - Turning failures into opportunities(22:08) - Two things to think about in situations of failure(23:57) - Being realistic with the risks you take(25:07) - Discussing the progress inside the business(30:21) - Mental resilience through highs and lows(36:18) - Pursuing the passion and taking the chances(38:34) - Ali’s perspective on failing(41:44) - What’s Ali’s life like outside real estate(44:21) - Ali: Find your best and outsource the rest(49:32) - Empowering people to do what they love(53:52) - Storytime on her crazy experience in the business(01:02:07) - The three currencies: time, money, and sanity(01:05:43) - A myth to dispel about entrepreneurship(01:08:20) - New podcast idea on entrepreneur vulnerability(01:12:18) - Ali’s favorite part of what she does(01:15:13) - How to reach Ali and get a copy of her bookQuotes
"Someone's dream job is not my dream job." (07:37)
"The answer for me isn't the answer for everybody." (14:02)"If you have an interest in it, don't let the downfalls take you out." (20:59)"Find the things that you're good at, expand those, and outsource the rest." (46:33)"Learn new things and get out of your comfort zone." (50:54)"The challenge of [entrepreneurship] is not the business; it's the internal person." (01:06:52)"When you can work your own hours on top of working from wherever you want, there's no going back." (01:14:42)Resources and Links
Download a FREE digital copy of Ali’s book “NOT Your How-to Guide to Real Estate Investing: Life Lessons on Hacking Your Mind Before You Hack Your Wallet”
👇👇👇https://www.hipsterinvestments.com/gemConnect with Ali:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-boone/https://www.instagram.com/hipsterinvest/https://www.facebook.com/HipsterInvestmentshttps://twitter.com/HipsterInvesthttps://www.hipsterinvestments.com/meet-the-team/Learn more about RocketLevel 🚀
• WEBSITE: https://rocketlevel.com
• CAREER: https://radius.theresumator.com• LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketlevel• INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rocketlevel/• FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RocketLevel/1 hr 18 min - Episode 23: Transforming Lives through Business Success With Yuri Elkaim
How do you coach your way toward progress? Build up systems and strategies on your route to success just like Yuri did!
Yuri Elkaim is the founder and CEO of HealthPreneur, a leading coaching company that empowers health and fitness professionals to build thriving online businesses. He is also a former athlete, a known and trusted health expert, and a New York Times bestselling nutrition author. His company’s purpose is not only to help people but also to guide healthcare providers to achieve their dreams in the service of others.
From being a professional soccer player, he shifted his athletic mindset into the entrepreneurial world. He has a strong work ethic and a relentless drive to succeed. He is also a wealth of knowledge and a huge inspiration to aspiring coaches, entrepreneurs, and fitness enthusiasts.
In his late teens, he lost all of the hair on his body due to an autoimmune disease. This experience led him to dive into the field of nutrition and fitness, with the goal of helping thousands of health professionals develop the needed marketing and business skills for their clients. His passion for health and wellness grew into a full-blown business that he now runs with his team of coaches.
Tune in to the newest episode of the GEM Series as we talk about Yuri's challenges of growing a business and how he turned his experiences into opportunities.
Key Takeaways
(00:56) - Who is Yuri Elkaim
(01:46) - The story behind HealthPreneur(06:11) - Influence of an athlete's mind on entrepreneurship(07:26) - Yuri on his mistakes in his early business years(10:09) - Having confidence without arrogance(11:34) - What’s Yuri’s very first goal(12:41) - What Yuri does best and how he does it(16:05) - Advice for struggling entrepreneurs(21:06) - How he gets through the rough patches in business(22:55) - One of the lowest points in Yuri's life(23:50) - A passion for both doing and being in business(26:38) - How to clear off the core constraints(29:57) - Yuri’s wealth of knowledge as an entrepreneur(32:27) - Learning to seek out business mentorship(34:45) - Having a sense of accountability and ownership(39:05) - Limits in compassion: Yuri's thoughts(40:05) - A story about believing in yourself and breaking excuses(42:21) - Yuri's perspective on hustle culture(47:59) - Beliefs to break when entering the business(51:10) - Yuri's favorite aspects of his work(53:37) - Words of wisdom for aspiring entrepreneurs(54:50) - How to get in touch with YuriQuotes
"The mistake I made in the first couple years of my business was thinking I had all the solutions even though I had none of them" (07:35)
"Problems only ever get bigger if you want your business and your impact to get bigger." (08:42)"Growth doesn't happen without challenges." (08:51)"Being around other people who've been there and done that is very important if you want to accelerate your progress." (18:53)"Complexity fails and simplicity scales." (19:02)"Systems create peace of mind instead of all the chaos." (30:22)"If you wanna get better, do something about it. Otherwise, stop talking about it." (38:43)"When circumstances change, your commitment needs to go higher." (39:14)"When you change your perspective of what down is, it actually feels like an up." (48:30)Resources and Links
Connect with Yuri:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yurielkaim/https://www.instagram.com/healthpreneur/https://www.facebook.com/healthpreneur1https://www.youtube.com/healthpreneurhttps://healthpreneurgroup.com/Learn more about RocketLevel
• WEBSITE: https://rocketlevel.com
• CAREER: https://radius.theresumator.com• LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketlevel• INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rocketlevel/• FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RocketLevel/57 min - Episode 22: Achieve Global and Local Impact through Wealth Wisdom With Amanda Neely
Having trouble with money can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Take control of your finances and enjoy a new level of freedom. Be worry-free with Neely's financial strategy!
Amanda Neely is the co-founder and CEO of Wealth Wisdom Financial, a personal finance coaching company that helps people break out of the cycle of debt and live a life of financial freedom. She has always been passionate about making a difference in the world. From participating in nonprofit projects to working with finance, she has always advocated for people to live a life of freedom and purpose.
Back then, she and her husband, Brandon, co-founded Overflow Coffee Bar in 2009, which operated until 2018. Then, the biggest pivot happened in their life when they had their firstborn and began seeing the world through a different lens. Today, they use their firsthand experience helping others through the Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast, as well as by creating bespoke financial plans for couples and individuals, as well as business profitability strategies.
Listen to the newest episode of the GEM Series and learn more about Amanda's inspiring story and her incredible journey to becoming a financial coach and entrepreneur.
Key Takeaways
(00:57) - Who is Amanda Neely
(02:47) - Amanda’s vision of making the world better(04:15) - What’s Amanda’s very first goal(05:35) - Her turning point in creating a business(07:45) - How positive things have positive impacts(09:36) - The groundwork for building her business(12:44) - Philosophy of calculated risk-taking(14:50) - Amanda's path to financial enlightenment(18:30) - From learning to imparting financial literacy(21:27) - The major pivot in Amanda's professional and personal life(23:13) - Learning the best outlook in life from loved ones(26:48) - Keeping the dream alive despite the naysayers(28:23) - Why Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast was made(29:27) - Defying widely accepted beliefs about money(32:14) - The ethical approaches to managing a business(34:35) - Amanda on their podcast's first fruitful outcome(37:35) - The basics to finding financial freedom(39:59) - Dispelling money management myths(42:57) - When was the U.S. dollar established(41:51) - Amanda's favorite element of her profession(46:48) - Final words of wisdom for aspiring entrepreneurs(48:18) - How to reach AmandaQuotes
"I wanted to learn about the past so that I could make the future better." (03:28)
"Positive things happening anywhere could result in positive things happening everywhere." (08:03)"We won't solve poverty nearly as well from the edge of poverty ourselves." (13:45)"We use the example of Charles Darwin. A lot of people think that the fittest are the ones who survive, but actually those that can adapt are the ones that survive." (30:01)"It's not just about how we give, but also about how we save and invest." (33:34)"When we turn into action, we start to see the optimism and hope that we can make a difference." (36:17)"One of the best pieces of advice that I was given is to never do anything alone, as much as possible include someone else." (46:48)Resources and Links
Connect with Amanda:
https://www.instagram.com/fifemovement/https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandaneely/https://grandmaswealthwisdom.com/https://podcasts.apple.com//wealth-wisdom-financial-podcast/Learn more about RocketLevel
• WEBSITE: https://rocketlevel.com
• CAREER: https://radius.theresumator.com• LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketlevel• INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rocketlevel/• FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RocketLevel/50 min - Episode 21: When Purpose Meets Demand With Steve Hoffman
If you want to start a business, whether large or small, whether it's your own idea or not, how should you educate your entrepreneurial mind? Don't stress about it. Steve Hoffman got this covered for you!
Steve Hoffman, aka "Captain Hoff," is a serial entrepreneur and a venture investor. He mainly serves as the Chairman and CEO of Founders Space, a company whose goal is to educate and accelerate entrepreneurs. The company has established business relationships with over 50 partners in 22 countries. He is also the author of the book called "Surviving a Startup" and many more.
With Steve's years of experience in different professions, he has become a master of entrepreneurship. He has learned how to build a company, work with investors and create an environment for new ventures. He understands the challenges that most entrepreneurs face when starting their own businesses. Steve is very knowledgeable about business and knows what it takes to make a company successful.
Tune in to this week's newest episode of the GEM Series as you learn more entrepreneurial wisdom and gain insight into how to become a successful entrepreneur.
Key Takeaways
(00:55) - Who is Steve Hoffman
(03:49) - Steve on growing up with a creative mindset(06:36) - The first company Steve started(09:30) - From working for a business to being the business(12:26) - Advice for entrepreneurs who wish to build a company(14:02) - How demand plays big in the business world(18:08) - Having a more in-depth understanding of the market(19:43) - Significance of a strong team in launching a business(21:22) - Keeping an eye on potential opportunities(22:46) - Observing the pattern that works for businesses(24:04) - Curiosity as the driving force behind the entrepreneurial itch(25:20) - Steve's tips for people who want to kickstart their business(27:09) - The two biggest expenses in running a company(33:48) - Who is the book Surviving a Startup for(35:23) - The motivation behind Steve's Surviving a Startup(36:59) - Moments of near-quits that Steve overcame(39:27) - Controlling the stress that comes with entrepreneurship(40:13) - Mindful practices to counter the stress(42:08) - Turning the negatives into challenges(43:18) - Risk as a part of the entrepreneurship equation(44:12) - Steve discussing his TED Talk(47:36) - The inspirations behind Steve's whereabouts in life(53:25) - Humanity's edge over AI technology(54:27) - Steve's parting advice to listeners(54:54) - How to connect with SteveQuotes
"The first thing you should do if you're really smart, is don't build anything, go out there and hunt for demand." (13:42)
"What I've learned through my own companies and working with all these entrepreneurs around the world is you can never create demand." (13:53)"No matter how brilliant you are, you cannot make somebody buy something that they don't think they need or want." (14:46)"The more value you give that customer over their lifetime with you, the more they will stick with you and the revenue you can earn." (28:45)"You should take all of the things that could be negative as challenges." (42:08)"If you're going to try to minimize risk, you're minimizing opportunity." (43:26)"Trying new things opens up doors you would never expect." (54:32)Resources and Links
Connect with Steve:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/foundersspace/https://www.instagram.com/foundersspace/https://www.facebook.com/groups/foundersspace/https://www.youtube.com/c/FoundersSpacehttps://twitter.com/foundersspacehttps://www.foundersspace.com/Learn more about RocketLevel
• WEBSITE: https://rocketlevel.com
• CAREER: https://radius.theresumator.com• LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketlevel• INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rocketlevel/• FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RocketLevel/57 min - Episode 20: Building Success Through Meaningful Connections With Jessica Caballero
If given a chance, would you want to create a new beginning for your passion? Every great entrepreneur started somewhere, from a single idea to a business model to a profit. If you aspire to be one, this episode is for you!
Jessica Caballero is a graduate of the Art Institute of Atlanta. Since then, she has pursued Corporate Design and Marketing. It wasn’t until she rediscovered her love of homes and architecture that she realized it was her passion. She went on with her dreams and became a Luxury Real Estate Agent. Jessica has a knack for putting people at ease, which makes her an excellent realtor to her clients. She is always willing to help them find the right home and ensure they are satisfied with their purchases.
Jessica is making big strides in the real estate industry. Her high energy and passion are a force to be reckoned with on the business stage. With her efforts, she created Jess in the City as her brand. She wants to ensure her clients have an amazing experience finding their dream home. Nothing can stop her from growing and thriving in success when it comes to her passion.
In this week's episode of the GEM Series, find out how Jessica has managed to thrive in the real estate business and made a successful brand of her own. Learn more about her journey, which led to her success as a realtor.
Key Takeaways
(00:51) - Who is Jessica Caballero
(02:53) - Jessica’s entrepreneurial spirit in her younger years(04:40) - The motivation and drive behind Jessica’s success(09:09) - Expectation vs. Reality in business(10:52) - The mindset to channel when moving forward(11:53) - Knowledge and growth in self-awareness(13:02) - Knowing the importance of mentorship(15:15) - Jessica’s biggest passions lately(16:38) - Merging creativity with real estate(18:42) - How Jessica kept her drive alive(21:41) - Jessica’s thoughts on giving up her dreams(24:20) - Dealing with the downsides as an entrepreneur(26:24) - Having a support system in the best possible environment(29:12) - Jessica’s way of connecting with people(32:27) - COVID’s impact on Jessica’s side(34:40) - The key characteristics to learn as a realtor(38:09) - Jessica on balancing candor and courtesy(40:01) - The customer-first strategy in real estate(42:40) - The way to establish connections with clients(43:45) - Jessica's tips for upping your game and improving your skills(46:54) - Jess in the City and the motivation behind it(48:51) - Breaking the myths in the real estate business(52:59) - Jessica’s take on the recession in the market(55:11) - The next move to expanding her business(56:33) - What’s Jessica’s favorite thing about her job(56:44) - How to get in touch with JessicaQuotes
“Don't be upset if your business does not work out. If you've tried everything but still didn't work out, that is part of being a business owner.” (05:21)
“Most things that are worth it are in the long game.” (08:05)“What may not happen today will probably happen sometime in the future.” (09:55)“It never has anything to do with anyone else. It's always about what you're saying to yourself.” (12:52)“Failure is not even a thing. It's the learning and character building moments. It’s all to make you better.” (13:42)“I try to push myself as much as I possibly can to be the best version of Jess.” (15:08)“I'm always connected to why I'm doing what I'm doing, and everything around that has to serve that purpose.” (20:27)“Time is the most precious resource on this planet.” (22:55)“Just be selective about who you're getting the information from. Let it be someone that's doing it day in and day out.” (55:03)Resources and Links
Connect with Jessica:
https://www.instagram.com/jessinthecity_atlantahttps://www.facebook.com/jessinthecityatlanta/https://www.tiktok.com/@jessinthecityatlantahttps://www.linkedin.com/JessicaCaballerohttps://www.sothebysrealty.com/JessicaCaballerohttps://www.realtor.com/realestateagents/JessicaCaballerohttps://jessinthecityatlanta.com/Learn more about RocketLevel
• WEBSITE: https://rocketlevel.com
• CAREER: https://radius.theresumator.com• LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketlevel• INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rocketlevel/• FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RocketLevel/58 min - Episode 19: How to Gain Entrepreneurship Momentum With Alex B. Sheridan
Are you wondering how to empower your success with a tailored strategy to your purpose? Don’t worry about starting. Alex has a way for you to get your blueprint rolling.
Impaxs Marketing is a creative agency specializing in video content production and business growth. Alex B. Sheridan, the man behind Impaxs, has been helping businesses turn their vision into reality with the wonders of content creation. Video content has become a powerful tool for companies to attract and convert new prospects. The right video can increase engagement with your audience, drive traffic to your website, and improve search engine rankings.
Alex is a former corporate B2B sales rep who has been using his skills to create powerful video content on LinkedIn and TikTok. He knows exactly what it takes for businesses to grow, which is why he dedicates his career to helping companies reach their potential through creative marketing strategies. Beyond that, Alex is a single dad to two daughters who took risks in the name of entrepreneurship to give the best possible life for his family and himself.
Listen to this week's episode of the GEM Series that explores how Alex empowers others to reach success in both career and personal aspects. Find out how one pivot dramatically changed Alex’s life!
Key Takeaways
(00:58) - Who is Alex B. Sheridan
(03:17) - How Alex built his habits aligned to his vision(03:53) - Alex’s entrepreneurial spirit in his younger years(05:51) - What compelled Alex to start making video content(06:57) - Background and challenges faced by Impaxs in its early stage(09-13) - Why do some dreamers fail big dreams(11:09) - Alex’s pivot from side hustle to full-time business(14:16) - The mindset in making your goal happen(17:09) - Doubting what you're doing vs. doubting yourself(19:39) - Creating a business that fits your life(21:02) - Key questions to ask yourself to figure out what you want(22:51) - What others think about your success(25:21) - When Alex's motives were thrown into doubt(26:14) - Alex’s Support System: The impact of a feedback(29:02) - Making decisions based on your goals and who you want to be(30:21) - The rise of Impaxs in the COVID era(32:41) - What makes Impaxs worthwhile(34:17) - Alex on Impaxs’ next big goal(36:39) - How important content strategy is to a company's success(38:50) - Alex’s advice on content creation(43:18) - What you should do according to Alex(45:31) - How to connect with AlexQuotes
“If they're doing it, there's no reason that I can't do it.” (06:25)
“There's something you need to learn that you wouldn't have learned if you didn’t go through this.” (08:26)“When you come through for yourself day in and day out, it builds a confidence in yourself that no one else can build for you.” (18:27)“You may not understand fully what you really want until you get outside that next layer of comfort” (21:52)“At the end of the day, you've got to do things for yourself, and not about what other people think.” (29:34)“Make decisions based on where you want to go in life, the person that you want to be, and let everything else fall into place from there.” (30:04)“You'll probably end up making it work, or you'll discover something else as a result of going down that path which you would realize was a part of your journey.” (44:35)Resources and Links
Connect with Alex:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbsheridan/https://www.tiktok.com/@alex.b.sheridanhttps://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/brand-in-demand/id1630932095https://www.instagram.com/alex_b_sheridan/https://www.youtube.com/c/AlexBSheridanhttps://impaxs.com/our-story/Learn more about RocketLevel
• WEBSITE: https://rocketlevel.com
• CAREER: https://radius.theresumator.com• LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketlevel• INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rocketlevel/• FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RocketLevel/47 min - Episode 18: How to Get Motivated Through Communication With Brenden Kumarasamy
How do you leave an impact when you speak to people? Communication is so important, especially with how the world is shifting today. The only thing that never gets commoditized is brand. As an entrepreneur, how do you make sure that you are able to convey your message effectively no matter what media you’re using? Brenden Kumarasamy is a master of this.
Brenden is the founder MasterTalk. He coaches ambitious executives & entrepreneurs to become the top 1% communicators in their industry. In this episode, Brenden shared his experiences from how he realized his passion for speaking, why he pivoted from working in corporate to focus on his business, and the lessons he learned along the way. Brenden has so much wisdom even at his young age.
Tune in until the end of this episode to catch Brenden’s most important advice for you!
Key Takeaways
(01:07) - Who is Brenden Kumarasamy
(01:42) - How Brenden started to master speaking(03:54) - Asking bigger questions: What’s the point in life?(04:32) - What drove Brenden to do Case Competitions(05:13) - What Brenden realized when he started to work at a company(06:33) - What is a case competition and how did it contribute to honing Brenden’s skills?(08:29) - Brenden’s pivot from working at IBM to making videos(11:11) - The challenges that came around quitting a full-time job(11:50) - 3 steps that Brenden made before he made the shift(14:04) - How to deal with the risks of starting as an entrepreneur(14:55) - Key principles to pivoting(15:53) - Deciding to live with the family(22:21) - Brenden’s mistakes that lead him to the right path(25:14) - The difference between successful people and unsuccessful people(37:05) - Taking care of the younger generations(39:52) - Why is public speaking so in demand?(42:52) - How would your life change if you were an exceptional communicator?(44:54) - Key tips for being a better public speaker(50:55) - Brenden’s advice to you(52:12) - How to keep in touch with BrendenQuotes
“Time is way more valuable than money. Even if you’re a billionaire, you can’t buy your time back.” (10:21)
“Most people don't make their purpose their priority.” (14:59)“You either make an excuse to do something or you make an excuse not to do anything.” (16:36)“Goals evolve and they can change over time.” (17:53)“When you start winning, you feel you could win more.” (19:47)“Don't just focus on what you want, focus on what you've already achieved.” (20:04)“You gotta marry the vision, not the tactic behind the vision.” (24:51)“When times get tough, the only thing that never gets commoditized is brand.” (28:27)“If you wanna do something great with your life, you need to realize the people who do exceptional things are often crazy people.” (51:22)Resources and Links
Connect with Brenden:
https://www.facebook.com/mastertalkyt/https://www.instagram.com/masteryourtalk/https://twitter.com/masteryourtalkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brendenkumarasamy/https://www.mastertalk.ca/abouthttps://youtu.be/9KJVYCokY9MLearn more about RocketLevel
• WEBSITE: https://rocketlevel.com
• CAREER: https://radius.theresumator.com• LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketlevel• INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rocketlevel/• FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RocketLevel/54 min - Episode 17: Driven By Passion With Nate Chen
Let's get our engines revved and head out on the road to success! There may be a lot of hard work ahead of you. But remember that this is your road and these are your wheels. It doesn't matter what's in your way, build a bridge and drive over it. Don't let anything slow you down.
Nate Chen is a professional racer currently competing in the Formula DRIFT PROSPEC 2022 series. On the side of that, he works hard to develop his private equity career at IMB Partners, where he is in charge of reviewing, executing, and managing investments. Nate manages to succeed in both of his endeavors despite juggling two different professions.
Nate's success was largely due to his ability to execute. With his interest in racing since he was young, he decided to pursue it, and he’s now one of the pros. His prior experience in investment banking led him to continue his career at IMB Partners, a private equity firm. While he had successes on both sides, he didn't deny the struggles he overcame before he reached his current level of success.
Throughout Nate's professional life, he had to contend with burnout. In this podcast, he reminds us to take a step back and allow ourselves to recharge before we push through. Nate's drive to make his dreams come true is genuinely remarkable. It doesn't matter how implausible the odds are, he takes on the challenge! He's constantly pushing himself to his limits and excelling in all he does.
In today's episode, get the scoop on how Nate's passion-driven success manages to thrive in fulfilling two different careers at once. His confidence in achieving his ambitions was never in question, execution is his key to success. No more spoilers, watch our newest episode with Nate Chen!
Key Takeaways
(00:55) - Who is Nate Chen
(01:09) - The Jerry Yang Racing Compound(01:50) - How Nate Chen manages his schedule(02:53) - Beyond racing(04:03) - How Nate got interested in racing(05:33) - How to turn your dreams into reality(06:06) - Vision and Focus: 2 keys to pursuing your passions(07:50) - What inspired Nate(09:50) - How to deal with fears, failures, and challenges(13:30) - Staying curious(15:00) - How to deal with days when you want to give up(19:00) - The pursuit of fulfillment: Always thinking about what’s next(20:00) - The challenges of private equity deals(26:00) - Becoming a thought leader in your own field(28:00) - What pushes Nate to pursue private equity(31:00) - Having a competitive mindset(35:14) - How both careers (racing and business) overarches Nate(40:05) - How Nate was able to integrate different skills into other aspects of his life(46:30) - The truth about drift racing(47:23) - Nate won his US Pro License in 2020(50:09) - Nate’s advice to anyone who has goals(53:30) - Closing remarksQuotes
"You don’t have to reinvent the wheel, you can just add another spoke." (08:00)
“There’s something that you can learn from everybody and it’s how you take that and package it into something that you’re doing.” (09:14)“You don’t win every race. It’s how you get back up again and continue to fight.” (11:01)“As an entrepreneur, you have to be willing to take some risks.” (48:00)Resources and Links
https://www.formulad.com/drivers/nate-chen
https://imbpartners.com/team-member/nate-chen/https://linktr.ee/nathaniel.chenhttps://www.instagram.com/jerryyangracing/Connect with Nate Chen:
https://www.youtube.com/c/NATECHENhttps://www.facebook.com/NateChenRacinghttps://www.instagram.com/nathaniel.chen/https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-chen-ba0bba44/Learn more about RocketLevel
• WEBSITE: https://rocketlevel.com
• CAREER: https://radius.theresumator.com• LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketlevel• INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rocketlevel/• FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RocketLevel/55 min - Episode 16: Cultivating a Life-Long Dream With Kristin Aquino-Pham
A goal-oriented renaissance woman, Kristin cultivates success by going to extremes and starting from scratch and then going down the rabbit hole until she finds a way to reach her lifelong dream. Kristin never lost sight of her passion. Neither should you!
Kristin Aquino-Pham is a business immigration lawyer at an AmLaw 200 firm; former tech startup co-founder; and current owner of a 40-acre startup farm in the beautiful mountain town of Ellijay, Georgia. She has worked in law firms, provided legal services, and is now building a farm from the ground up while representing one of the most successful social media companies in the world.
The most significant effect on Kristin's decision to pursue a career in law comes from her parents. Like everyone else, she wanted to make her parents proud. After learning more about farming, her interest peaked even more than before. It was in pursuit of her lifelong passion that she decided to build a farm, while still being a lawyer at her firm.
Kristin is a modern woman living her ideal life. She's passionate about her career, growing her farm, and building a life filled with adventure, growth, and blessings. Despite her extensive legal background, she insisted on doing what she was passionate about. She has no qualms about putting herself out there and pursuing her interests. When she sees the world through her rose-colored glasses, it's full of hope.
She has always been a dreamer. She’s also not afraid to make her dreams into concrete reality. From a lawyer to a farmer, it's been a journey of ups and downs but she still thrives in success. She's an inspiration to everyone who hopes for their life-long dreams.
Tune in to this episode to hear more about Kristin's career journey as a lawyer and a farmer. If you want to chase your lifelong dreams, but aren't sure where to begin, this is the podcast for you. No more spoilers, our newest episode is out now!
Key Takeaways
(00:54) - Introducing Kristin Aquino-Pham
(01:52) - Who is Kristin?(04:50) - What is Kristin’s lifelong retirement dream?(06:34) - Influences that helped to shape Kristin’s mindset(07:33) - Making things happen for yourself(09:29) - Parents influencing the career path their children pursue(11:48) - What Kristin learned from farming that’s related to being a lawyer(14:40) - The art of giving the best advice(16:04) - How Kristin juggles wearing different hats in her life(19:53) - The process of going out to the farmer’s markets(21:29) - Goal setting and dealing with challenges(23:45) - Thoughts on giving up(24:14) - Opening up about failures in business and learning(35:31) - The circle of life(40:19) - What helped Kristin to bet on herself(48:31) - Kristin’s favorite thing about being a lawyer(55:00) - Looking at the world through a different lens(57:26) - Closing remarksQuotes
"Look at failure as an opportunity to learn things and to do better next time." (26:46)
“We spend a lot of time trying to turn ourselves into something else for the benefit of others but I think it’s best to be yourself.” (39:04)“Sometimes you're going to fall short and you're going to need help. Be kind to yourself. It’s ok to seek help because people who support you appreciate that you ask and they will be there to help.” (45:57)"It's important to think of opportunities in places where you don't expect to find them." (52:01)Resources and Links
You can find Kristin below:
https://instagram.com/tintinpham?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=576075948https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinaquinoLearn more about RocketLevel
• WEBSITE: https://rocketlevel.com
• CAREER: https://radius.theresumator.com• LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketlevel• INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rocketlevel/• FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RocketLevel/59 min - Episode 15: Finding The Recipe to Success With Robin Goldberg Simon
Every day, we are surrounded by tiny moments of success. From small steps to huge goals, you just have to find your recipe for it. Whatever success may look like to you, this episode may help you cook it into a reality.
Robin Goldberg is a certified Nutrition and Wellness Coach and cookbook author. She's finally pursuing her lifelong dream. She had previously been a part of the marketing industry, believing that to be her calling. However, in retrospect, she sees that decision as having led to burnout and a stressful, fast-paced career that she wishes to escape.
Robin advocates moderation and balance over extreme diets and overnight success. This is where her interest in good nutrition and lifestyle began to blossom. Upon embarking on this new plan of action, her initial step was to obtain a certification. When the pandemic broke out, she was just getting started and was about to abandon her dream to return to marketing.
When Robin's friends asked for advice on how to convince their children to eat more vegetables, she decided to start collecting recipes. Then, she began to consider writing a book with this kind of content. Her debut cookbook, "Hidden Veggies: Recipes Even the Pickiest Eaters Will Love," as well as her second book, "Hidden Veggies 2: Snack Attack," were both quite successful. Despite being created for children, the recipes have been well received by people of all ages.
In today's episode, hear more about Robin's journey to pursue her life's purpose after spending so many years in a different industry. This serves as a timely reminder that pursuing your goals and aspirations can never be too late. See for yourself!
Key Takeaways
(01:33) - Who is Robin (Goldberg) Simon?
(02:53) - How did Robin get into nutrition?(04:01) - Not all people know some of the knowledge you might have(06:00) - What are the signs that you should try something new?(07:07) - What are the factors that encouraged Robin to get into nutrition?(11:22) - When it’s time to pivot(13:58) - Finding topics that stimulate your interest(14:27) - How having a safety net can help you take a leap of faith(16:50) - What are the hardest parts in making the transition(18:19) - Mistakes and failures Robin faced(20:30) - Being exposed to entrepreneurship at a young age(22:10) - The rise and grind lifestyle in a 9 - 5(23:33) - Was there a time Robin thought of quitting her business(24:52) - How Robin got into creating her Hidden Veggies recipe book(32:02) - Robin’s goals starting out vs. now(33:36) - Debunking unsustainable diets(35:59) - Did Robin have naysayers in her entrepreneurship journey(37:20) - How to navigate positive self-talk(39:34) - Support groups and networking(41:39) - How to have a work-life balance(46:48) - Robin’s eureka moment(51:02) - Robin’s advice to other people starting their own businesses(52:18) - Resources and closing remarksQuotes
“If it's gonna be sustainable, right, and healthy, it's probably going to be a little bit slower. But that's ok, you're doing it the right way.” (35:13 - 35:22)
"Starting a business is not quick money. Growing takes time." (36:19 - 36:21)"If it's your passion and something that makes you happy, it's worth trying." (51:10 - 51:20)Resources and Links
To find more information about Robin or to purchase her cookbook visit her website RobinGoldbergNutrition.com
IG & Pinterest: @robingoldbergnutritrion
FB: Robin Goldberg Nutrition + WellnessLearn more about RocketLevel
• WEBSITE: https://rocketlevel.com
• CAREER: https://radius.theresumator.com• LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketlevel• INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rocketlevel/• FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RocketLevel/54 min
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