Marc My Words

Debra Erickson has an amazing entrepreneurial story you won't soon forget. She is not only an Executive Chef and founder of The Bind Kitchen, she is an inspiration. After becoming visually impaired as an adult, Debra found her calling as a resource to those who face the same obstacles, but would like to enhance their skills in the kitchen. Debra tells the story of how she overcame her obstacles, faced her fears, and how she is using her experiences to help motivate and inspire others. 

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Dr. Alain Salas stopped by to tell the story of how he was able to break free from cycles that were causing burn out and keeping him from living the life he aspired to attain. Dr. Salas's life changed once he committed himself to a goal and success clearing system that helped to change his life and outlook. Through this system, which contains three steps, Dr. Salas was able to restore his personal and professional life. Not only that, by The Mind Clearing Doctor was also able to reach his patients and others by teaching them about this system, limiting beliefs, and much more. Marc and Dr. Salas had an awesome conversation about these things, the role changing your thinking and beliefs have played a role in their lives, and much more.

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Although Marc has been working very hard in 2025, there is something that has been missing: a solo episode of Marc My Words. Marc finally found a little time to talk about the impact that TikTok has had on his life in 2025. From conforming to the way the platform seems to operate to becoming allies with many entrepreneurs and creators on the platform, TikTok has made a huge impression on Marc and the way he views the platform. Marc tells this story plus more in this episode.

Charley Johnson has a very unique path that needs to be heard. He is a Chief Consciousness Officer. This is a very rare position within the entrepreneurial world. Charley specializes in teaching businesses how to be more conscious and self aware in how they operate. This is not to be confused other forms of mental training, human resources, etc. Charley not only discusses his path and journey in entrepreneurship, he also talks about how his career evolved to the point where is his mission to work with forward thinking companies who are looking to evolve with the world we are living in today. As Marc works to understand the true meaning behind Charley's work, he learns what the true meaning of consciousness is and how this is applied to the work Charley does.

Marc and Sal talk about the journey to becoming a Fractional CFO and what it means to take on a career doing this type of work. He also gives insight into what type of professional should take on this type of work. Sal also talks about the impact the new presidency will have on entrepreneurs over the next few years. 

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From star athlete and passion for computer programming to being a lawyer and entrepreneur, Brian Beckcom has lived a very fulfilling life. Marc and Brian talk about some of the parallels in their journeys as well as Brian's life/career journey to where he is today. Marc and Brian also talk about overcoming obstacles and developing the motivation and desire to succeed in this world based on those experiences. 

Matt McLean owns a business that many might be familiar. He is the founder of Uncle Matt's. They specialize in making organic juices and organic teas that are made at his facility in Florida. Uncle Matt talks about how he went from a perspective of wanting to do something else outside of Florida to ending up owning a business that is very common to Floridians. Uncle Matt also tells the story of how he stayed very active with the company after stepping away from CEO duties, but wound up back in that position again after a few years. 

Angela Fowler is a totally blind accessibility consultant who has a passion for making the world more accessible for those who need the tools. However, Angela has a very real, down to earth perspective on life that might be even more valuable to this world than the amazing work she is doing in her field. Angela not only helps businesses to improve the user experience through accessibility, she is also a blind entrepreneur. A truly inspiring conversation and very educational in many ways.

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Marc and Katrina have a discussion about what it takes to be a Fractional COO and how she made the transition from working in the media field to entrepreneurship. Marc and Katrina also discover that they not only have similar television career paths, but also worked for the same company for awhile. Katrina also shares some insight into why she decided to start a podcast and all of the things it takes for her to not only make her show, but also maintain her business as a Fractional COO as well.

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Monica Kaufman is the Creator of Harmony Wealth Academy and a professional who is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and business owners to better manage their money and earnings through better planning and education. Marc and Monica discuss her program, experiences helping entrepreneurs, and the ways in which she has helped to educate and improve financial standing, and help business owners to get out of their own way.

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