Just Get Started

In this solo episode, I discuss some of my thoughts around reflection and how it can help us learn from our past experiences and use it as fuel for growth

If you'd like to read the blog article that inspired this episode you can find it here: https://brianondrako.com/blog/model-why/

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In this solo episode, I share some insights on focusing on the right people and building long-lasting relationships.

You can read the blog article that inspired this episode here: https://brianondrako.com/blog/unfollowing/

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Episode 239 features Nick Crabbs, a partner and founding member of Vynyl, a product development firm that works with corporations, institutions, and investors to build unique mobile, and web, applications that are technically excellent, visually appealing, and create real & measurable business value.

Find Nick Online:

Website: https://vynyl.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-crabbs-5674a233/

Check Out Boise Entrepreneur Week, an event Nick has had a major influence on: https://www.boiseentrepreneurweek.org/

About Nick:

Nick is a partner and founding member of Vynyl, a product development firm that works with corporations, institutions, and investors to build unique mobile, and web, applications that are technically excellent, visually appealing, and create real & measurable business value.

Prior to his work with Vynyl, Nick spent nearly a decade working for some of the nation's largest banking institutions, local municipalities, and large enterprise environments as an IT specialist and manager. Embracing his more entrepreneurial endeavors, community engagement, and tech evangelism Nick has worked with several start-ups, local community organizations, and leadership with large-scale events to leverage his knowledge and expertise in technology, management, and recruiting to judge events, offer mentorship, speak on panels, and contribute to a growing tech and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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In this solo episode, I share a bit about what I've discovered to be some of the building blocks of happiness and how searching for these through past memories can help us use those as a gateway toward a portal into the future.

If you'd like to read the blog article that inspired this episode you can find it here: https://brianondrako.com/blog/the-happiest-place-on-earth/

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In this solo episode, I share a bit about what I've learned about failure and the importance of having a positive and optimistic viewpoint on it.

If you'd like to read the blog article that inspired this episode you can find it here: https://brianondrako.com/blog/the-long-lost-friend/

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Episode 236 features Dan Pontefract, Founder, and CEO of Pontefract Group, a firm that improves the state of leadership and organizational culture.

Find Dan Online:

Website: www.danpontefract.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danpontefract/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan.pontefract

Twitter: https://twitter.com/dpontefract

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwmKOY8GHbOC3cRvNg8O0UQ

About Dan:

Dan is the founder and CEO of Pontefract Group, a firm that improves the state of leadership and organizational culture.

He is the best-selling author of four books: LEAD. CARE. WIN - How to Become a Leader Who Matters, OPEN TO THINK, THE PURPOSE EFFECT, and FLAT ARMY. A renowned speaker, Dan has presented at four different TED events and also writes for Forbes and Harvard Business Review. Dan is an adjunct professor at the University of Victoria, Gustavson School of Business, and has garnered more than 20 industry awards over his career.

Dan is honored to be on the Thinkers50 Radar list. HR Weekly listed him as one of its 100 Most Influential People in HR. PeopleHum listed Dan on the Top 200 Thought Leaders to Follow and Inc. Magazine listed him as one of the top 100 leadership speakers.

His third book, OPEN TO THINK won the 2019 getAbstract International Book of the Year. LEAD. CARE. WIN. was a finalist for the same award in 2021.

Previously as Chief Envisioner and Chief Learning Officer at TELUS—a Canadian telecommunications company with revenues of over $14 billion and 50,000 global employees—he launched the Transformation Office, the TELUS MBA, and the TELUS Leadership Philosophy, all award-winning initiatives that dramatically helped to increase the company’s employee engagement to record levels of nearly 90%. Prior to TELUS, he held senior roles developing leaders, team members, and customers at SAP, Business Objects, and BCIT.

Dan and his wife, Denise, have three children (aka goats) and live in Victoria, Canada.

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In this solo episode, I share an article I wrote titled "Coloring Inside The Lines" and the importance for all of us to leverage the creativity we have inside us and put it out into the world.

If you'd like to read the blog article that inspired this episode you can find it here: https://brianondrako.com/blog/coloring-outside-the-lines/ 

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In this solo episode, I share a blog I wrote about my separation and divorce and the perspective I gained from that experience as well as a few lessons learned in the process.

If you'd like to read the blog article that inspired this episode you can find it here: https://brianondrako.com/blog/separation-anxiety/

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Episode 233 features Andrew Feinstein who is a creator and wellness coach helping individuals grow into who they are meant to be.

Find Andrew Online:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-feinstein-650/

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

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewfeinstein_

About Andrew:

Andrew is a Creator and Wellness Coach helping individuals grow into who they are meant to be. By reconnecting you to yourself and helping you be your own coach, Andrew brings out the true nature within you, giving you love of your life, your job, and your relationships. He is the author of the bestselling book, Find Your Mind and an endurance athlete.

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If you enjoyed this interview you may also like my Just Get Started Podcast Interview with Seth Godin, Author, Founder and Speaker

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In this solo episode, I share my thoughts on the importance of taking chances in order to achieve the happiness that we want even if there is a chance we could fail.

If you'd like to read the blog article that inspired this episode you can find it here: https://brianondrako.com/blog/shoot-your-shot/

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