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Summary

In this engaging conversation, Marc Roberge of O.A.R. discusses the importance of authenticity in music, the joy of living a work-life blend, and the deep connections formed with fans over decades. He shares insights on the music industry, the significance of having a clear vision for growth, and offers valuable advice for aspiring artists. The discussion highlights the transformative power of music and the pride that comes from making a positive impact on people's lives.

Takeaways

• Marc emphasizes the importance of authenticity in building a lasting music career.
• He believes that staying true to oneself is crucial for success in the music industry.
• Marc reflects on the joy of living a work-life blend and how it fuels creativity.
• He acknowledges the deep connections formed with fans over the years.
• Marc shares that the success of OAR is rooted in genuine relationships with their audience.
• He advises aspiring artists to focus on tangible experiences rather than just numbers.
• Marc highlights the significance of being willing to perform anywhere, anytime.
• He discusses the impact of music on people's lives and the inspiration it provides.
• Marc believes that the music industry is about creating moments and stories, not just numbers.
• He expresses gratitude for the opportunity to do what he loves every day.

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In this heartwarming episode of Liftoff Journeys with Jeanniey Walden, we bring you full-length, unfiltered discussions from the live TV set of the nationally broadcast show Liftoff with Jeanniey Walden. These conversations—featuring Michelin star Chef Joey Sergentakis, entrepreneur and cancer survivor Maureen Brody, and globally renowned artist Christopher Radko—are only available here on the podcast, giving you an exclusive deep dive into their inspiring stories and unique perspectives.

Chef Joey Sergentakis: Crafting Joy Through Food

Joey Sergentakis, a Michelin star chef, shared his journey from humble beginnings in his family’s kitchen to achieving one of the highest accolades in the culinary world. On the TV set, Joey opened up about the emotional connections that food can create and how the simplest dishes can bring people together. In this extended podcast version, Joey shares exclusive stories about the power of food to connect people—a conversation you won’t hear anywhere else.

Maureen Brody: Turning Challenges Into Triumph

Maureen Brody, an inspiring entrepreneur and cancer survivor, shared her emotional journey on the live set of Liftoff. She discussed how her battle with cancer shaped her entrepreneurial mindset and gave her a renewed sense of purpose. In the podcast’s extended discussion, Maureen delves deeper into how resilience, paired with a strong sense of community, drove her success. she shares highlights from her wellness and skin care line,  fmaking this conversation a true must-listen.

Christopher Radko: Capturing the Magic of the Holidays

Known around the world for his iconic holiday ornaments, Christopher Radko shared his passion for art and tradition during the show. Here on the podcast, you’ll hear even more about the deeply personal stories behind his artistry. Christopher offers insights into how his creations reflect love, nostalgia, and the magic of the holiday season—proving that art can be a powerful way to inspire joy.

Why This Episode Is Special

What makes this episode so unique is that these conversations were filmed for the Liftoff with Jeanniey Walden TV show, which reaches over 85 million households a month. But here on the podcast, you’re getting the extended discussions with insights and details you won’t hear anywhere else. It’s your exclusive backstage pass to meaningful stories that inspire, uplift, and connect with the things we love most.

Key Takeaways

• Joey Sergentakis: Follow your passion and let food become a vehicle for joy and connection.
• Maureen Brody: Resilience and community can transform adversity into powerful opportunities.
• Christopher Radko: Creativity and tradition bring meaning and magic to the lives of others.

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Don’t miss these exclusive, in-depth conversations with Chef Joey,  Maureen Brody, and Christopher Radko. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at their lives, only available on Liftoff Journeys with Jeanniey Walden

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Amy Porterfield is a renowned business coach, online marketer, and podcast host, who has gained a loyal following for her expert advice and guidance on building successful online businesses. People love Amy Porterfield's advice for several reasons.

Firstly, Amy's advice is practical, actionable, and based on real-life experience. Having worked in the online marketing space for over a decade, Amy has tried and tested various strategies and knows what works and what doesn't. She is also a great communicator and is able to break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand steps.

Secondly, Amy's advice is tailored specifically for online entrepreneurs. With the rise of the digital age, more and more people are turning to the internet to start their own businesses, and Amy's expertise in this area is invaluable. She understands the unique challenges that come with building an online business and provides targeted solutions to overcome them.

Lastly, Amy's warm and approachable personality makes her advice relatable and easy to connect with. She genuinely cares about her audience and is passionate about helping them succeed. Her authenticity and transparency have earned her the trust and respect of her followers, who look to her as a mentor and role model.

Overall, people love Amy Porterfield's advice because it is practical, tailored, and relatable, and because she genuinely cares about the success of her audience. Her expertise and warm personality have made her a trusted authority in the online business space.

Amy joins Jeanniey to talk about her new book and share her 4 key ways to #unboss yourself.

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Today’s guest is Gareth Russell, historian, and broadcaster, educated at Oxford University and Queen’s University, Belfast. He is the author of nine books, including Young and Damned and Fair, The Ship of Dreams (A Daily Telegraph Best History Book, 2019) and Do Let's Have Another Drink (A Times of London Book of the Year, 2022; The Spectator Must-Have Christmas Gift,2022). He is the host of the podcast Single Malt History with Gareth Russell. 

In this episode you’ll hear about Gareth’s historical upbringing and developing a passion for writing, the role of history in our worlds future, and his thoughts on how AI will impact the publishing industry.  

Authentic, inspirational and relatable discussions with inspirational business leaders, gaining insight into what inspires them and how they got to where they are today. These conversations offer actionable tips for listeners to create their own path to success and shatter whatever glass ceilings arise and overcome any obstacles on their personal journey. 

 Jeanniey Walden, Founder of Liftoff Enterprises, is the award-winning marketing, business & workplace expert and host of the TV show "LiftOff with Jeanniey Walden." Jeanniey dives into compelling conversations with incredible experts of all backgrounds to understand what makes them tick and expose how you, the viewer can learn from these experiences and start to "LiftOff." 

Resources:

Gareth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_garethrussell

Gareth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-russell-664b55a4/

Gareth Twitter: https://twitter.com/garethrussell1

Jeanniey Walden LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanniey/

Liftoff Website: https://liftoffcompany.com/

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Today’s guest is Doug Zarkin, Chief Brand Officer at Good Feet Worldwide and Author of Moving Your Brand out of The Friend Zone. Prior to his exceptional achievements on the brand side, Doug co-founded G-WHiZ!, Grey Advertising's division specializing in youth, entertainment, and lifestyle marketing. During his tenure, he orchestrated blockbuster campaigns for industry giants such as Reebok, Warner Bros., Konami Video Games, Seagram, W Hotels, and The Food Network.

Doug Zarkin, a highly acclaimed marketing expert with a multitude of awards to his name, has been recognized as a "Marketer of The Next Generation" by Brandweek and has consistently earned a place on several “Top Marketers Lists” including the 2022 and 2023 Crain's NY Notables in Marketing. Doug has propelled renowned brands such as mark. by Avon and Victoria's Secret PINK to unprecedented success. His recent role as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Pearle Vision even garnered the attention of Harvard Business School, leading to it being featured as a case study in brand revitalization.

In this episode you’ll hear about how his journey in marketing, branding and advertising began, insights on how to build a personal brand, and advice for new graduates entering the workforce.

Authentic, inspirational and relatable discussions with inspirational business leaders, gaining insight into what inspires them and how they got to where they are today. These conversations offer actionable tips for listeners to create their own path to success and shatter whatever glass ceilings arise and overcome any obstacles on their personal journey. 

Jeanniey Walden, Founder of Liftoff Enterprises, is the award-winning marketing, business & workplace expert and host of the TV show "LiftOff with Jeanniey Walden." Jeanniey dives into compelling conversations with incredible experts of all backgrounds to understand what makes them tick and expose how you, the viewer can learn from these experiences and start to "LiftOff." 

Discussion Points

Origin Story: Getting into Marketing, Branding, and Advertising

Passion for Thinking Human

Advice for New Graduates Entering the Marketing World

Building a Personal Brand

Handling Adversity and Failure

Perfectionism and the 80/20 Rule

Successful Failure and the Lessons Learned

Mentorship and Leadership

Resources:

https://www.instagram.com/dougzarkin/#

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougzarkin/

https://twitter.com/DougZarkin

https://www.dougzarkin.com/

Jeanniey Walden LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanniey/

Liftoff Website: https://liftoffcompany.com/

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Today’s guest is Alex Bennet, Bartender and Author of “A Shot of Oakies”. For most of his Alex has been working in restaurants in some capacity or another. As a teen he began washing dishes in his family’s place and over time, he filled every role in the business until, by my mid-twenties, he became the General Manager and ran the operations. In his early thirties he left and became a full-time professional bartender at a corporate restaurant. 

During that time, Alex also returned to school and earned his Master’s Degree in Secondary Education with a certification to teach English. Alex always equates being a bartender with being a storyteller, so he combined his experience with his education and wrote A Shot of Oakies, the first of three books in the Olde Rosie Chronicles. 

In this episode you’ll hear about Alex’s passion for literature, early career experiences, the intersection of education and work, and his book “A Shot of Oakies”.

Authentic, inspirational and relatable discussions with inspirational business leaders, gaining insight into what inspires them and how they got to where they are today. These conversations offer actionable tips for listeners to create their own path to success and shatter whatever glass ceilings arise and overcome any obstacles on their personal journey. 

Jeanniey Walden, Founder of Liftoff Enterprises, is the award-winning marketing, business & workplace expert and host of the TV show "LiftOff with Jeanniey Walden." Jeanniey dives into compelling conversations with incredible experts of all backgrounds to understand what makes them tick and expose how you, the viewer can learn from these experiences and start to "LiftOff." 

Discussion Points

Origin Story: Getting into Marketing, Branding, and Advertising

Passion for Thinking Human

Advice for New Graduates Entering the Marketing World

Building a Personal Brand

Handling Adversity and Failure

Perfectionism and the 80/20 Rule

Successful Failure and the Lessons Learned

Mentorship and Leadership

Resources:

https://www.instagram.com/literarybooze/

https://www.xlibris.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/849456-a-shot-of-oakies 

https://www.facebook.com/LiteraryBooze 

https://twitter.com/LiteraryBooze 

Jeanniey Walden LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanniey/

Liftoff Website: https://liftoffcompany.com/

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Today’s guests are Amy Livingstone and Julie Wilson, Co-Founders at Cheeky Chompers, the innovative British baby business. While on maternity leave at an antenatal class, Julie met Cheeky Chompers co-director Amy Livingstone. After numerous experiences of dropped or lost teethers the two identified a gap in the market, put their creative minds together and both the Neckerchew and Cheeky Chompers were born!

Cheeky Chompers is now a multi award-winning brand with a wide product range of innovative baby products designed to make parents lives easier. They have sold in excess of 3 million products on over 1500 retailers around the world including John Lewis and the White Company and have distributors in 35 countries, including the United States and China in addition to a growing e-commerce business on Cheeky Chompers.com and Amazon worldwide.

In this episode you’ll hear about how two new moms went into business together by taking an intuitive twist on everyday baby essentials, what keeps them motivated to grow the business, and the exclusive on what’s next for their company.

Authentic, inspirational and relatable discussions with inspirational business leaders, gaining insight into what inspires them and how they got to where they are today. These conversations offer actionable tips for listeners to create their own path to success and shatter whatever glass ceilings arise and overcome any obstacles on their personal journey. 

Jeanniey Walden, Founder of Liftoff Enterprises, is the award-winning marketing, business & workplace expert and host of the TV show "LiftOff with Jeanniey Walden." Jeanniey dives into compelling conversations with incredible experts of all backgrounds to understand what makes them tick and expose how you, the viewer can learn from these experiences and start to "LiftOff." 

Discussion Points

• From Antenatal Acquaintances to Dynamic Business Duo 
• New Moms' Mission to Transform the Parenting Experience Gains Momentum 
• The Unstoppable Drive Behind Cheeky Chompers 
• Overcoming Obstacles: From Navigating Challenges to Creating Innovations 
• Testing the Waters with Focus Groups & Dragons’ Den TV Show
• Expert Advice to Fuel Your Business Dreams 
• A Glimpse into Tomorrow: What Lies Ahead for the Visionaries at Cheeky Chompers 
• Royal Recognition: The Special Day Cheeky Chompers Shared with His Majesty King Charles 

Resources:

Cheeky Chompers Website

Cheeky Chompers Twitter

Cheeky Chompers Facebook

Cheeky Chompers Instagram

Amy Livingstone LinkedIn

Julie Wilson LinkedIn

Jeanniey Walden LinkedIn

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Today’s guest is Bita Safari, CEO at GiGO Clean Technology INC and President at Simply Crystal Clean. 

In this episode you’ll hear about Bita’s unwavering resilience amidst multiple failures and her motivation, fueled by faith and self-belief, to keep pushing forward, all while drawing strength from a supportive community that helped turn her own problems into a helpful solution for families everywhere.

Authentic, inspirational and relatable discussions with inspirational business leaders, gaining insight into what inspires them and how they got to where they are today. These conversations offer actionable tips for listeners to create their own path to success and shatter whatever glass ceilings arise and overcome any obstacles on their personal journey. 

Jeanniey Walden, Founder of Liftoff Enterprises, is the award-winning marketing, business & workplace expert and host of the TV show "LiftOff with Jeanniey Walden." Jeanniey dives into compelling conversations with incredible experts of all backgrounds to understand what makes them tick and expose how you, the viewer can learn from these experiences and start to "LiftOff." 

Discussion Points

• GiGO Clean: Pioneering On-Demand Cleaning App
• From Personal Problem to Thriving Business
• Resilience Amidst Multiple Failures
• Motivated by Faith and Self-Belief
• Always Moving Forward
• Community Support
• Childhood Dreams Realized

Resources:

Bita Safari LinkedIn 

GiGO Clean LinkedIn 

GiGO Clean Facebook 

GiGO Clean Twitter 

GiGO Clean Instagram 

Jeanniey Walden LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanniey/

Liftoff Website: https://liftoffcompany.com/

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Today’s guest is Gazelle Steenkamp, Life Design and Legacy Coach at Soul Spa Selah. She welcomes Christian women into a Soul Spa Experience where you gain clarity on your life purpose and are equipped to do life well! Gazelle can help you simplify and strategize the process to quickly activate your potential.

Gazelle is no stranger to life reinventions and transformations due to multiple international relocations. She knows what it is like to start again in a new place, where no one knows you or what you have to offer. Gazelle is passionate about sharing these life-changing perspectives in her unique art inspired coaching curriculum.

In this episode you’ll hear about when her eldest daughter was diagnosed with leukemia and she had to embrace a different rhythm of life, how she works to empower women through life design and legacy building, and exploring the 4 spaces that define a stagnant mindset.

 Authentic, inspirational and relatable discussions with inspirational business leaders, gaining insight into what inspires them and how they got to where they are today. These conversations offer actionable tips for listeners to create their own path to success and shatter whatever glass ceilings arise and overcome any obstacles on their personal journey. 

Jeanniey Walden, Founder of Liftoff Enterprises, is the award-winning marketing, business & workplace expert and host of the TV show "LiftOff with Jeanniey Walden." Jeanniey dives into compelling conversations with incredible experts of all backgrounds to understand what makes them tick and expose how you, the viewer can learn from these experiences and start to "LiftOff." 

 Discussion Points

• Relocating to Amsterdam and her daughter's fight against leukemia.
• Learning to walk in a different way and live about the noise.
• Releasing inner obstacles to unlock new avenues.
• Establishing Soul Spa Selah with a focus on empowering women in life design and legacy building.
• Making space for the zero.
• Guiding and supporting women as they navigate their paths.
• Exploring the 4 Spaces that define a stagnant mindset.
• What is your ROE – return on emotions?

Resources:

Soul Spa Selah Website

Gazelle’s Facebook

Gazelle’s Instagram

Jeanniey Walden LinkedIn

Liftoff Website

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Today’s guest is Steve Davis, Founder & CEO of GenTech Creative Concepts, a marketing agency engaged in helping small businesses, and small to medium enterprises, develop and grow across the digital space.

What started as an entrepreneurial aspiration many years ago, has been a journey to founding an agency and helping businesses achieve their goals in the digital space.  A proud father of 4, Steve has had to juggle the work-life balance throughout his journey and is happy that he has found the kids are what keep him grounded as well as motivated.  

In this episode you’ll hear about how Steve transitioned early on to a career as an Optician and multi-practice manger, his return to entrepreneurship, this time with family by one's side,  balancing family and entrepreneurship, and how embracing failure becomes a catalyst for personal and professional development.

Authentic, inspirational and relatable discussions with inspirational business leaders, gaining insight into what inspires them and how they got to where they are today. These conversations offer actionable tips for listeners to create their own path to success and shatter whatever glass ceilings arise and overcome any obstacles on their personal journey. 

Jeanniey Walden, Founder of Liftoff Enterprises, is the award-winning marketing, business & workplace expert and host of the TV show "LiftOff with Jeanniey Walden." Jeanniey dives into compelling conversations with incredible experts of all backgrounds to understand what makes them tick and expose how you, the viewer can learn from these experiences and start to "LiftOff." 

Discussion Points

• Juggling Parenthood and Business: Life as a father of 4
• Navigating Career Transitions: From Entrepreneurship to Ophthalmology
• Cultivating Growth Within Companies
• Entrepreneurship Revisited: Building a Business with Family at Heart
• Embracing Failure as a Path to Personal and Professional Growth
• Strategic Pivoting
• The Motivating Force of Helping Others
• The Power of Word of Mouth
• Next Generation Involvement: Deciding When to Introduce Kids to the Family Business

Resources:

Steve Davis Instagram

Steve Davis LinkedIn

GenTech Website

Jeanniey Walden LinkedIn

Liftoff Website

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