Living Your Legacy

What if the greatest stories are the ones the publishing industry keeps rejecting? Lisa Diane Kastner, founder of Running Wild Press, shares how she transformed frustration with traditional publishing into a mission-driven content creation, licensing, and storytelling company that helps exceptional creators reach audiences across books, film, television, and beyond. Rather than following trends, she searches for authentic voices, develops untapped talent, and builds lasting brands around powerful stories. In this conversation, she reveals why great leaders ask better questions, how overlooked creators become industry breakthroughs, and why your greatest advantage may be the very thing that makes you different. Discover the mindset behind building a legacy by lifting others instead of competing against them.

Key Takeaways

• Why great stories matter more than chasing market trends.
• How licensing creates opportunities beyond traditional publishing.
• The importance of discovering and developing overlooked talent.
• Why asking the right questions unlocks an artist's true potential.
• How building a supportive community creates a lasting legacy.

Notable Quotes

• "Great stories don't fit neatly in a box."
• "I'm looking for that voice, that story, that spirit."
• "People want stories wherever they are."
• "I shouldn't tell you what to do. I should ask leading questions."
• "We help that person realize who they were meant to be."

What happens when a lifelong teacher discovers a new mission far beyond the classroom? Dr. Kelli DuCloux, founder of the Stock Options Trading Academy, shares how a career in education evolved into a movement dedicated to helping everyday people build wealth through stock options, financial education, and mindset transformation. She reflects on overcoming devastating financial setbacks, challenging limiting beliefs about money, and creating practical systems that simplify investing for beginners. Throughout the conversation, she reveals why legacy is built by empowering others, not just accumulating success, and explains how changing the way people think about money can ultimately change the course of their lives.

Key Takeaways

• Why financial education is the foundation of long-term wealth and freedom.
• How mindset and childhood beliefs about money often determine financial success.
• The importance of creating simple, repeatable systems instead of chasing complexity.
• Why failure became the turning point that strengthened her purpose and mission.
• How teaching others to create financial freedom allows them to pursue their life's purpose.

Notable Quotes

• "It's not about the money. It's about the percent."
• "You can't say the right thing to the wrong person."
• "The universe is full of abundance."
• "All they have to do is follow the steps."
• "I'm supposed to help a million people become millionaires."

AnnaDiosa Love believes every transformation begins from within. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the wellness entrepreneur, transformational coach, and founder of Empower Dream Team 888 shares how body shame, addiction, loss, and relentless self-development shaped her unconventional approach to holistic wellness. Rather than accepting limitations, she creates her own methods centered on energy, mindset, and intentional living. Through stories of resilience, daily rituals, and unwavering belief, she reveals why the words we speak, the goals we write down, and the energy we protect can influence every area of life. This conversation explores healing, personal transformation, chakra cleansing, and building a legacy by empowering others to become their highest selves.

Key Takeaways

• Your self-talk shapes the reality you experience.
• Personal pain can become the foundation of your purpose.
• Protecting your energy is a daily practice, not a one-time event.
• Writing down your goals creates clarity and intention.
• Building a legacy begins with transforming yourself before serving others.

Notable Quotes

• "What you say to yourself matters."
• "Words are very powerful."
• "Love is celebrating one another's wins."
• "Reinvent yourself."
• "Keep shining stars."

Growing up in a small farm town, Katrina Epp never imagined she would become one of the nation's top insurance producers. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, she shares how grit, resilience, and relentless determination helped her rise through one of the most male-dominated industries while building a referral-based business that transformed her career. From overcoming self-doubt and industry resistance to creating systems that consistently generate success, Katrina reveals the mindset behind becoming a top 1% insurance producer. She also explains why niche marketing, authentic leadership, and speaking up when it's uncomfortable have become the foundation of her legacy as she prepares to mentor the next generation through her master class.

Key Takeaways

• Why becoming a specialist beats being a generalist every time.
• How grit and persistence helped her break into the top 1% of insurance producers.
• The importance of building a referral-based business through genuine relationships.
• Why women should confidently lead in male-dominated industries.
• How self-validation becomes the key to long-term success and leadership.

Notable Quotes

• "You just have to continue to speak up, be bold, and keep powering through."
• "I wanted freedom more than I wanted money."
• "There is no problem that I can't solve."
• "I learned to validate myself."
• "You are not too much. You were just not made for shallow waters and small minds."

Growing up in poverty in Ukraine, separated from his mother for years, and later working exhausting factory shifts with no clear future, Alex Fedotoff refuses to accept that his circumstances define his life. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the e-commerce entrepreneur behind more than $100 million in e-commerce sales shares the turning points that transform hardship into opportunity. From learning English and digital marketing from scratch to building direct-to-consumer brands, scaling Shopify businesses, and mentoring thousands of entrepreneurs, Alex reveals the mindset behind lasting success. Along the way, he explains why validated demand beats chasing revolutionary ideas, how creators can monetize through e-commerce, and why personal growth always comes before business growth. This conversation blends resilience, entrepreneurship, direct-to-consumer strategy, and practical lessons for anyone determined to build a legacy that lasts.

• Your circumstances never determine your future if you're willing to develop valuable skills.
• The best businesses often improve proven products instead of inventing entirely new ones.
• Content creators build lasting wealth by combining creativity with strong business fundamentals.
• E-commerce succeeds through validated demand, healthy margins, and consistent execution.
• Legacy is built by creating opportunities for your family while helping others succeed.

• "If they have the passion and desire to change their life, they can do it."
• "Business is like any skill. You'll suck at the beginning, but you'll become good with practice."
• "You don't need to reinvent the wheel. Find validated demand."
• "Creators need to combine passion with basic business skills."
• "The difference between your current life and your dream life is located between your ears."

What happens when a bedside nurse refuses to look away from injustice? In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Maranda Kearse shares how decades in nursing, a pivotal abuse investigation, and caring for her own grandmother transformed her into a trusted legal nurse consultant advocating for vulnerable patients. As founder of Aequitas Consulting, she helps attorneys uncover the truth hidden inside complex medical records while fighting for accountability in long-term care. Maranda reflects on the defining moments that shaped her mission, the challenges of building a business from a healthcare career, and why compassion remains the foundation of lasting impact.

Key Takeaways

• Why legal nurse consultants play a critical role in healthcare litigation.
• How caring for her grandmother permanently changed her perspective on patient care.
• Why family involvement is one of the strongest protections for elderly loved ones.
• The lessons learned from transitioning from nursing into entrepreneurship.
• How one person can create lasting change by speaking up when others cannot.

Notable Quotes

• "If I expected a certain amount of care for my own grandmother, I shouldn't give any less to somebody else's grandmother."
• "The family has to stay on top of their care."
• "I want to be able to leave an impact that I advocated for the elderly."
• "Legacy to me is leaving an impact, no matter how small or big."
• "When the compassion's missing, it's the elderly population that suffers."

After building wealth through real estate, entrepreneurship, and decades of business ownership, William Jason Johnson discovers that success alone is not the legacy he wants to leave. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the founder of BOSS-1 Productions shares how childhood experiences around suffering, years of entrepreneurship, and a passion for personal growth inspired him to create a purpose-driven movement focused on mindset, leadership, and community impact. He explores why owning assets matters, how to avoid wasting your best years, and why building something meaningful always outlasts making money. This conversation offers practical lessons on real estate investing, entrepreneurship, mindset, financial freedom, and creating a legacy that inspires future generations.

• Build assets, not just income, to create lasting financial freedom.
• Don't waste your 20s waiting to pursue your goals.
• Passion is essential if you want a business to succeed long term.
• True legacy comes from serving others, not simply making money.
• Success creates the opportunity to give back and elevate future generations.

• "You need to actually own something."
• "Hope. Selling hope, inspiration."
• "Life is finite. We don't have much time."
• "Build something that means something."
• "Get involved with something your heart is in."

What does it take for six generations of ranchers to challenge an entire industry? Jim and Jamie Jensen of Lucky 7 Angus believe the future of food starts with better genetics, healthier beef, and empowering family ranchers. They share how decades of innovation led them to develop Angus genetics that produce more beef with fewer resources while improving sustainability and reducing costs. Throughout the conversation, they reveal why solving problems at the source matters, why fear should never stop progress, and how legacy is built by serving future generations instead of protecting the status quo. This episode explores cattle genetics, sustainable agriculture, food production, and the mindset required to create lasting impact.

Key Takeaways

• Building a lasting legacy starts by solving problems at their root, not treating symptoms.
• Better Angus genetics can improve food production while reducing costs and environmental impact.
• Supporting family ranchers strengthens long-term food security.
• Multi-generational grit creates breakthroughs that one generation alone cannot achieve.
• Progress often requires moving forward despite fear and resistance.

Notable Quotes

• "When you are afraid, you just have to kick that door down and go through it anyway."
• "Don't be afraid to fail. Don't be afraid to go through the bad experiences."
• "We created the super cow."
• "What if I told you I can make you feel good just by changing your food source?"
• "Do it scared anyway."

What starts with one woman's frustration over her own acne becomes a mission to challenge an entire industry. Award-winning cosmetic chemist and Roccoco Botanicals founder Jacine Greenwood shares how she built a globally recognized skincare brand by refusing to create "me too" products and instead focusing on innovation, cosmetic chemistry, and solving problems others ignored. Along the way, she reveals the leadership lessons forged through business crises, major health setbacks, and relentless persistence. This conversation explores product innovation, entrepreneurship, resilience, and the mindset required to build a lasting legacy while transforming the future of skincare. If you've ever wanted to create something that truly changes an industry, this episode offers a blueprint worth hearing.

Key Takeaways

• Why the biggest business opportunities come from finding gaps in the market.
• How testing ideas quickly beats waiting for perfection.
• Why every crisis can become a leadership breakthrough.
• How continuous learning creates long-term competitive advantage.
• Why building a legacy starts with solving meaningful problems.

Notable Quotes

• "Don't be a perfectionist. Test the market first."
• "Nothing is impossible. There's always a way forward."
• "It's more about resourcefulness than your cash flow."
• "Find what lights you up because then you're never working."
• "I want to be remembered for transforming the way people look at skin."

What does it really take to build leaders instead of simply running businesses? Charles Solano, Marine Corps veteran, entrepreneur, and founder of Rhodium Leadership Academy, shares the mindset that transformed a difficult childhood into a mission of developing people and creating lasting impact. Through stories of launching multiple businesses, overcoming failure, breaking Guinness World Records, and building a culture where leadership comes first, he reveals why every obstacle is an opportunity to grow. This conversation explores leadership, mindset, entrepreneurship, resilience, and personal development while challenging viewers to rethink what's truly possible when they refuse to quit.

Key Takeaways

• Leadership begins with personal growth and self-discovery before leading others.
• Every business challenge becomes an opportunity to build stronger systems and stronger people.
• Failure is valuable when followed by honest reflection and continuous improvement.
• Building great teams starts with creating a culture where people feel seen, heard, and empowered.
• Success belongs to those who stay patient, remain consistent, and never stop learning.

Notable Quotes

• "Everything rises and falls on leadership."
• "True education is self-discovery."
• "We are limitless if you want to put in the work."
• "What is meant to happen will happen when it's supposed to happen."
• "Put in the work. Have some patience. Just keep getting after it."