Live Fearlessly: Living toward greater health, wealth, and happiness

In this episode we interview Rick Alapack of We All Live Here. He started the Chicago based organization as an antidote to all the things that have unintentionally evolved into reasons for people to not get along. Given his background in tech and advertising, he had the skills and connections necessary to start an organization whose mission was to use art, community, and technology to remind us all to get along and help each other succeed. We dive into his personal journey with We All Live Here, what it took to get where he is today, and what you will need as a creative entrepreneur to succeed. Find out more at https://wealllivehereproject.com/ and @wealllivehere.

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In this episode we interview Ali Karbassi, founder of We All Code, and Ignite Talks Chicago. We All Code is an educational non-profit that teaches kids aged 7 to 17 how to code through free educational resources and hands-on classes. Ignite Talks Chicago is a fun public speaking event where 10 speakers have 5 minutes to share their passions with the audience, while slides auto-advance behind them every 15 seconds. We discuss the WHY, WHAT, and HOW of Non-profits and touch on entrepreneurship as a whole. You can find out more about Ali Karbassi and his business ventures at weallcode.org and ignitechi.org/.

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In this episode we interview Emily Griffith founder of Lil Bucks and digital marketing consultant. Emily's digital marketing career took her from Chicago to Sydney, Australia where she lived out her dreams of surfing and working down under. While enjoying an acai bowl at her favorite cafe, she unexpectedly discovered sprouted buckwheat being used as a high-protein, gluten-free granola replacement, and the idea for Lil Bucks and bringing the power of sprouted buckwheat to the States was planted. When she came back to Chicago she got to work, cultivating her dream into reality, and launched Lil Bucks shortly after. Almost a year from the launch date we discuss her companies and the value of mission driven entrepreneurship. Find out more about Lil Bucks at http://www.lovelilbucks.com/ and @lovelilbucks. Listeners can also use the discount code “LYFPODCAST” on the Lil Bucks website for 15% off your first order. Enjoy!

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In this episode we interview Jessica Williams founder of Tech Biz Gurl, and discuss side hustles and everything in-between. Tech Biz Gurl is a side hustle empowering women to use technology to pursue their passions on the side. Most recently, Jessica was also recognized by Built in Chicago as one of the Top 50 Tech Influencers to follow. Find out more more Tech Biz Gurl at http://techbizgurl.com/ and @techbizgurl. Send any questions or comments about the podcast or LFY Consulting to [email protected].

In this episode we interview Tripp Kramer founder of Tripp Advice, and discuss dating, the future of dating, and the coaching industry as a whole. Tripp is also the host of the top-rated podcast on iTunes, the How to Talk to Girls podcast, host of the Tripp Advice YouTube channel, and author of Magnetic: Cultivate confidence, become rejection-proof, and naturally attract the women you desire. You can find out more about Tripp at https://trippadvice.com/. Send any questions or comments about the podcast or LFY Consulting to [email protected].

In this episode we interview Monika Black (“The Maximizer”) and Tomer Yogev (“Chief Maverick”), the co-founders of TandemSpring, a Chicago-based executive coaching firm focused on strengths-based approaches to leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and strategy optimization for leading organizations. We dive into the concepts and application of strength-based leadership in your personal and professional life, and the concept of authentic work. Learn more about Tandem Spring, and Monika and Tomer at https://www.tandemspring.com/. Send any questions or comments about the podcast or LFY Consulting to [email protected].

In this episode we interview Cassandra Justine, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Inner Sense Healing Arts Collective, and founder of Choose Joy. We touch on her personal story, and the importance of community and self-talk in regards to self-care and improving your life. Learn more about her work as a facilitator of healing arts practices at cassandrajustine.com, and find her on Facebook @Cassyoga and Instagram @Cassyoga. Send any questions or comments to [email protected].

In this episode we interview Jackie Herigodt, the program and outreach manager for Imerman Angels. She has also been a caregiver to several loved ones with cancer including her mother and these experiences fuel her passion for the Imerman Angels’ mission. We touch on self-care and the benefits of living your passions. Find out more about Imerman Angels at https://imermanangels.org/ and send any questions or comments to [email protected].

In this episode I interview Adam Hirsen, Co-founder and CEO of UpShow, the Social TV Platform that has become the leading alternative to cable TV for businesses across the country. We touch on entrepreneurship, the future of advertising, how an idea turns into a hobby and then becomes a business, and how running a business truly becomes managing relationships and your team and less about the daily operations. Find out more about UpShow at https://www.upshow.tv/ and send any questions or comments to [email protected].

In this episode I interview Natalie Shmulik CEO of The Hatchery, where food businesses grow. We touch on the struggles of restaurant ownership, talent and leadership development, and entrepreneurship in the food industry. Find out more about The Hatchery and tenant applications for their new facility at https://thehatcherychicago.org. Questions, comments, email [email protected].