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  • From Couch Potato To Endurance Athlete with Hilary Topper, Episode #140

    Hilary JM Topper is the Chief Curator of HJMT Media and recent author of "From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete." Hilary has been a public relations practitioner for more than 40 years. She grew the firm from a home office to one of the largest on Long Island. She's represented major national clients and local businesses and placed them in publications including the Wall Street Journal, NY Times, Good Day NY, and many more.

    In 2007, her firm took a bit of a shift and included social media marketing as one of their offerings. That same year, Hilary started her lifestyle blog, HilaryTopper.com. A couple of years later she started ATriathletesDiary.com and her podcast, Hilary Topper on Air.

    When she isn't teaching as an adjunct professor at Hofstra University, Hilary focuses much of her time on her blogs and podcast. She has hundreds of thousands of followers and has recently become a social media influencer.

    "From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete'' is a memoir and self-help book that encourages people to get out of their comfort zone and try something totally different. Listen in for some great takeaways about Hilary's journey as an entrepreneur, author, influencer, and endurance athlete.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • From couch potato to endurance athlete [4:04]
    • Why Hilary decided to turn her blog into a book [9:49]
    • What Hilary learned from writing 3 books [12:12]
    • Hilary's advice for aspiring authors [14:10]
    • How to step outside of your comfort zone [15:09]
    • How Hilary collected the quotes she used for her book [18:32]
    • Hilary's favorite section in her book [20:42]
    • What Hilary finds most rewarding about teaching [24:25]
    • Why the New York City Triathlon is her favorite [26:37]
    • What Hilary did today that put her in the right mindset for success [29:17]
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    34 min
  • Building Resilience and Overcoming Adversity: G.R.I.T. with Austin Hatch, Episode #139

    Austin Hatch's story is one of tragedy, incomprehensible loss, and triumph. On Labor Day of 2003, Austin and his family were flying from Northern Michigan to Fort Wayne, IN. As they were preparing to land, the aircraft crashed and burst into flames.

    Austin's dad threw him out of the plane to save his life and ran back into the plane to get his mom and siblings. Tragically, Austin and his dad were the only survivors. They grieved the loss of their family and pushed on, which is what they would've wanted. Eventually, his dad remarried a woman with three children and they formed a wonderful blended family.

    Austin saw success as a basketball player and got a full scholarship to the University of Michigan. Just nine days later, tragedy struck again. Austin was flying with his dad to Northern Michigan when they experienced another tragic plane crash. This time Austin was the only survivor.

    Austin suffered severe injuries and was in a coma for two months. He had to relearn how to walk, talk, and live. But with the help of many incredible doctors, therapists, family, and friends, he made it to Michigan.

    Now, Austin is a full-time motivational speaker who shares a message about grit and thriving in the midst of adversity. Listen to this episode to hear how Austin has taken incredible tragedy and loss and used it to help others overcome challenges using G.R.I.T.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • Austin's heartbreaking and courageous story [4:09]
    • What it meant to Austin to wear the Michigan jersey [8:24]
    • "Husband to Abby and Hudson's dad" [12:18]
    • The four key components to G.R.I.T. [15:43]
    • Why basketball was the best therapy for Austin [21:43]
    • What Austin's parents would be the most proud of [23:48]
    • What young people chasing the college athletics dream need to know [26:42]
    • Austin's strategy for developing a growth mindset [28:19]
    • What Austin hopes people take away from his story [32:15]
    • What Austin did today that put him in the right mindset for success [36:06]
    Resources & People Mentioned
    • Book Austin to speak at your event
    • Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
    Connect with Austin Hatch
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    • On Twitter
    • On Linkedin
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    41 min
  • Lead Like a Pro: Insights from Two-Time Super Bowl Champ Perry Williams, Episode #138

    Perry Williams is a retired NFL Player and two-time Super Bowl Champion. He's also a keynote speaker and the Director of Sports Management at Long Island University (LIU).

    On a team of stars, Perry Williams was an unsung hero and silent leader of the New York Giants Football team for 11 seasons (1983-1994). He was the starting right cornerback for one of the most storied and dynamic defenses in NFL history, culminating with two NFL Super Bowl Championships (1986-1987) and (1990-1991). Impressively, Perry holds the record for the most games played as a defensive back (corner) in the history of the Giants—a testament to his dedication and consistency.

    Perry's greatest accomplishment as a New York Giant was not his all-pro honors or Super Bowl championships, but rather, that he was a benefactor and now a director of outreach programs for the New York Giants Degree Completion Program at Fairleigh Dickinson University, which has since become the model adopted by the NFL and its member teams for the benefit of its players.

    During his professional football career off-season, Perry earned a Criminal Justice/Sociology Bachelor of Arts degree from North Carolina State University and a Master of Public Administration degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University. This is a feat that is virtually unheard of in the lucrative world of professional sports.

    Perry is a highly sought-after motivational speaker that has been invited to work with companies like Exxon/Mobil, Starbucks, IBM, UPS, and Verizon Wireless. He has lectured at hundreds of Schools, Colleges, and Universities as well as other respected organizations such as the United Way Foundation.

    Listen in for some great takeaways about Perry's journey as a two-time Super Bowl Champion and how preparing for life after football has allowed him to be a champion both on and off the field.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • Can you tell our audience a bit about who Perry Williams is? [4:32]
    • Why Perry took part in the NFL's degree completion program [6:51]
    • Perry's goals in his role as the Director of Sports Management at LIU [12:43]
    • The impact of the sports model approach to leadership [17:20]
    • The pressure that comes with playing football in New York [20:30]
    • What stands out about the iconic people that Perry played with [25:25]
    • Why Perry believes your mindset is so important to your success [27:09]
    • How Perry is making an impact as a Special Deputy for Suffolk County [31:40]
    • How winning the Super Bowl twice compared to his childhood dreams [35:12]
    • What Perry did today that put him in the right mindset for success? [37:37]
    Resources & People Mentioned
    • Success with Marques Ogden, Episode #72
    Connect with Perry Williams
    • The website
    Connect With Mitlin Financial
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    43 min
  • Artpreneur Journey: Miriam Schulman on Turning Creativity into Business Success, Episode #137

    Miriam Schulman is an accomplished artist, artpreneur, and founder of The Inspiration Place. She's built multiple six-figure art businesses. Her journey to becoming a successful artist began after a career in the corporate world. The events of September 11th led her to pursue her true passion for art.

    She's dedicated to helping other artists achieve success in their own businesses, which is why she created the Artist Incubator Coaching Program. The program is designed to guide artists through the process of building profitable and sustainable art businesses. With her guidance and support, artists can achieve their dreams of making a sustainable living from their creativity.

    Miriam is also the author of the book, "Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity," and hosts The Inspiration Place podcast, which is in the top 1% of all podcasts and is listened to in over 100 countries.

    Listen in for some great takeaways from Miriam's journey in the corporate world to launching a successful entrepreneurial career doing what she loves, following her passions, and helping others do the same.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • Learn more about Miriam Schulman and her business [3:55]
    • Miriam shares what "Embracing your inner weirdo" means [7:36]
    • Miriam's "Passion to Profit" framework [11:57]
    • Selling in alignment with your values leads to opportunity [18:51]
    • How to get in sync with the future of marketing [22:37]
    • "Romancing" customers to deepen their brand commitment [27:10]
    • What business owners can learn from the "Belief Triad" [29:58]
    • How empathy for customers plays into buying psychology [32:13]
    • How women's underwear brands help us understand the buying journey [35:37]
    • What Miriam did today that put her in the right mindset for success [37:51]
    Resources & People Mentioned
    • Get a FREE chapter of Miriam's book, "Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity"
    • The Minimalist Entrepreneur: How Great Founders Do More with Less
    Connect with Miriam Schulman
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    • On Instagram
    • On Linkedin
    • On Facebook
    • On YouTube
    Connect With Mitlin Financial
    • podcast*at*mitlinfinancial(dot)com - email us with your suggestions for topics or guests
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    42 min
  • Creating Your Lasting Impact: Blake Brewer's Legacy Letter Challenge, Episode #136

    Blake Brewer is the founder of the Legacy Letter Challenge. At 19 years old, Blake Brewer's father drowned while they were snorkeling together in Hawaii. Hours later, his mother discovered a letter his dad had planned to give him on their trip. In the letter, his dad not only shared great life advice but he poured out his heart. That letter changed Blake's life forever.

    The world is changing and isn't getting any easier to navigate. After having children of his own, Blake realized how difficult it is to write a letter like his dad did. But he believes every child needs that letter. Blake is now on a mission to help 1 million dads and moms leave a lasting legacy letter for their children.

    He's created a 10-step online program to help parents write a letter that will impact their children today and be cherished for a lifetime. Listen in for some great takeaways from Blake's journey of tragedy to helping parents leave a legacy for their children that will make an impact for generations.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • Learn more about Blake Brewer and his father [3:07]
    • How the Legacy Letter Challenge came to be [6:33]
    • Why our children reading our words is so powerful [11:26]
    • Why Blake believes a Dad's Super Power is his words [14:16]
    • What inspired Blake to turn this into a business venture [15:22]
    • How writing a legacy letter can transform your family's life [21:19]
    • Should you update and rewrite letters throughout your children's lives? [24:35]
    • Why writing a letter is an easy way to start conversations [26:01]
    • How to use the legacy letter to connect on a deeper level [27:35]
    • Blake's tips for someone struggling through tragedy [29:14]
    • What Blake did today that put him in the right mindset for success [31:22]
    Connect with Blake Brewer
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    • On Instagram
    • On Twitter
    • On Linkedin
    • On Facebook
    Bio

    Blake is on a mission to help 1 million dads and moms leave a lasting legacy for their children. Blake has a wonderful wife and loves being a father to his three children, all under 8. As he leads his family, he draws from many mentors, but none more important than his late father, Larry Brewer.

    Connect With Mitlin Financial
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    37 min
  • The Keith Milano Memorial Fund's Mission and Impact, Episode #135

    Today's show is a special one as my better half, Denise Sprung, is my guest. Denise is the Chair of the Keith Milano Memorial Fund at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Keith died by suicide at just 27. Today would've been his 46th Birthday.

    We decided that there's no better way to wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month than to honor Keith's memory, share his story, and share the tremendous amount of positivity that has taken place since he's been gone.

    Keith was a son, brother, and took great joy in being an uncle. He was fun-loving and always the life of the party. For those listening who knew Keith, take some time to remember your Keith stories. Share how he made you smile, how generous he was, and talk about his laugh.

    For those that didn't have the pleasure of knowing Keith, hopefully today's show will shed light on who he was and the incredible impact he has had on others in this conversation about mental health.

    Listen in for some great takeaways about Keith's journey, and the impact he had on his sister, his family, and the entire world.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • Denise shares Keith's powerful story [3:17]
    • Why Denise feels compelled to use his story to help others [5:41]
    • The mission of the Keith Milano Memorial Fund at AFSP [8:48]
    • How We've allocated the funds from the Keith Milano Memorial Fund [12:17]
    • How we've raised over $1.7 million in Keith's memory [14:52]
    • How Denise raises awareness for mental health and suicide [18:27]
    • The mental health conversation is evolving and changing [21:41]
    • What Denise did today that brought her joy [28:01]
    Resources & People Mentioned
    • Donate to the Keith Milano Memorial Fund
    • Financial Planning Made Personal
    • The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
    • More Than Sad
    • Seize the Awkward
    More Information about the Keith Milano Memorial Fund
    • The website
    • On Twitter
    • On Facebook
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    33 min
  • Tragedy into Awareness: Creating Impact After Losing a Child to Suicide, Episode #134

    Today's guest is Phillip Tyler, a loss survivor and mental health advocate. Phillip received a text on Nov 29th, 2017, that revealed the devastating suicide of his son Devon and started the beginning of his journey with grief and comfort.

    Everyone Devon encountered commented on his infectious smile. One of Phillip's last texts from Devon was after he helped someone in need. The text read, "We all need that one chance, that one glimpse of support. We are all family. Life is chaos, be kind."

    Phillip is a Crime Prevention and Education Officer at Gonzaga University and a married father of three. His career has included time with the county sheriff's office, the United States Air Force, and the Spokane NAACP.

    He's a certified Comfort Trainer and serves on the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Washington board of directors. He's a Community Rep. with the WSP Independent Investigative Team and a member of the Mayor's Mental Health Taskforce.

    Listen in for some great takeaways about Phillip's journey as a loss survivor of suicide, and helping Devon's legacy to live on to create more kindness in the world.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • Learn more about Phillip Tyler and his son Devon [3:23]
    • Why Phillip is passionate about mental health awareness [5:08]
    • Why Phillip works with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention [10:20]
    • Phillip's experience being at the forefront of others' loss and grief [13:54]
    • Changing the conversation around Black men and mental health [17:30]
    • How to teach young men to embrace their emotions [22:13]
    • What everyone can do to combat cyberbullying [25:30]
    • The most valuable lesson Phillip's grief journey has taught him? [28:42]
    • Phillip's advice for someone who is struggling (or knows someone who is) [31:58]
    • What Phillip did today that put him in the right mindset for success [34:36]
    Resources & People Mentioned
    • The Confess Project with Lorenzo Lewis, Episode #81
    • Can I be Vulnerable? Feat. BJ Williams
    • Million Mask Movement
    Connect with Phillip Tyler
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    • On Twitter
    • On Linkedin
    • On Facebook
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    41 min
  • Finding Gratitude in Hard Times: Insights from Chris Schembra, Episode #133

    Chris Schembra is the Founder of the 7:47 Gratitude Experience™ and a Wall Street Journal bestselling author. 7:47 Gratitude Experience™ is an evidence-based framework used to strengthen client and team relationships in profound ways.

    He's used the principles of gratitude to spark over 500,000 relationships around the dinner table, serving Fortune 50 CEOs, Olympians, Academy Award Winners, Grammy Award Winning Recording Artists, Super Bowl Champions, and more.

    As a Viral Marketer, his gratitude campaign giving tribute and thanks to Veterans earned over 36 million views, 1.2 million shares, and 2 Emmy Awards. He is the best-selling author of "Gratitude Through Hard Times" and "Gratitude and Pasta." USA Today calls him their "Gratitude Guru." He's a Founding Member of Rolling Stone Magazine's Culture Council, and he sits on the Executive Board at Fast Company Magazine.

    His direct work has been talked about in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Forbes, Inc, Entrepreneur, Bravo TV, Fox News Channel, Variety, and hundreds of other media outlets. Listen in for some great takeaways about Chris's entrepreneurial journey and how gratitude should be used like a vitamin.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • Learn more about Chris Schembra [3:30]
    • Why Chris founded the 7:47 Gratitude Experience™ [5:15]
    • The mission of the 7:47 Gratitude Experience™ [9:51]
    • Why Chris says "The dinner table saved my life" [14:34]
    • How Chris got the nickname "The Gratitude Guru" [17:18]
    • Why Chris is passionate about gratitude impacting lives [18:55]
    • What does gratitude have to do with leadership? [20:55]
    • Why you should express gratitude when the moment strikes [24:33]
    • What "Focus Equals Growth" means to Chris [29:08]
    • Why "Leadership as a two-way street" is critical for success [33:24]
    • What Chris did that put him in the mindset for success [38:53]
    Resources & People Mentioned
    • Ted Talk: Everything you think you know about addiction is wrong
    • Gratitude and The Witnessing effect
    • Cope Notes® with Johnny Crowder
    Connect with Chris Schembra
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    • On Twitter
    • On Linkedin
    • On YouTube
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    44 min
  • Living Undeterred: Learn from Jeffrey Johnston's Journey of Resilience, Episode #132

    Living Undeterred with Jeffrey Johnston, Episode #132

    On October 4, 2016, the trajectory of Jeffrey Johnston's life changed with one phone call. Before that day, Jeff was living the American Dream. He had a great family, was a successful entrepreneur running a financial services firm in Iowa, and was seemingly coasting through life.

    But that morning Jeff received the phone call that is every parent's worst nightmare. His oldest son, Seth, had died from fentanyl poisoning. He was only 23 years old.

    Jeff soon realized that he had two options. He could go down a road of anger and despair and become bitter, or he could use his situation as motivation to become better. He chose the latter.

    Jeff took a step back from his career as a financial advisor and focused his attention toward making a difference. In 2020, Jeff founded Choices Network, Ltd. a non-profit dedicated to educating kids, parents, teachers, and coaches on the importance of making positive choices. That same year, he wrote his first book, "This One's For You: An Inspirational Journey Through Addiction, Death and Meaning" and started the Living Undeterred Project.

    In 2021 the project got even more personal for Jeff when he lost his wife, Prudence, to alcoholism. Jeff just completed a 95-day trip across the United States to talk to people about mental health and substance use disorders. Listen in for some takeaways about Jeff's turning tragedy into a mission to better himself and help other families avoid what he's experienced.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • The why behind Jeffrey founding Living Undeterred [3:51]
    • What can others learn from this message? [10:48]
    • The catalyst that caused Jeffrey to pivot from his low point [14:18]
    • What prompted Jeffrey's mission to make a change? [17:46]
    • Purpose becomes Passion when it becomes personal [21:43]
    • What Jeffrey learned from hosting the Living Undeterred Podcast [26:34]
    • A powerful story Jeffrey heard on his tour that he'll never forget [28:50]
    • Jeffrey's advice for parents of kids battling drug and alcohol addiction [37:06]
    • What Jeffrey did today that put him in the right mindset for success? [40:58]
    Resources & People Mentioned
    • Jeffrey's book, "This One's For You"
    • Living Undeterred Podcast
    Connect with Jeffrey Johnston
    • The website
    • On Instagram
    • On Twitter
    • On Linkedin
    • On Facebook
    • On YouTube
    Connect With Mitlin Financial
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    45 min
  • Team Unbroken: Inspiring Stories of Resilience and Unyielding Spiri with Command Sergeant Major Gretchen Evans, Episode #131

    Today's guest is Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Gretchen Evans, a retired army veteran, author, athlete, speaker, and mentor. CSM Evans is a highly decorated female veteran who began her journey when she entered the United States Army at just 19 years old.

    She worked her way up to CSM, the highest rank an enlisted soldier can achieve. In 2006, CSM Evans' world changed when she was severely wounded by incoming fire while serving in Afghanistan. The rocket blast caused a traumatic brain injury, internal injuries, and complete hearing loss.

    After retiring from service, her transition into civilian life was difficult. But with grit, gumption, resilience, and determination, CSM Evans navigated her changed life and found a new passion and purpose advocating for veterans of all services.

    Today, she pays it forward by improving the lives of her fellow veterans by actively serving as a mentor, coach, and community activist. In 2019, CSM Evans assembled a mixed-ability team of disabled combat veterans and civilians to compete in the World's Toughest Race: Eco-Challenge Fiji. Her team was the first totally disabled team to ever compete.

    Team Unbroken inspired millions with their resolve to not let their injuries define who or what they could achieve in life. Listen in for some great takeaways about Gretchen's journey through the ranks of the United States Military to advocating for veterans and those faced with disabilities.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • Learn more about Command Sergeant Major Gretchen Evans [5:30]
    • CSM Evans shares her experience at the ESPYS [7:36]
    • The similarities between the military and professional sports [10:08]
    • CSM Evans' connection to the Pat Tillman Memorial USO Center [11:34]
    • What helped CSM Evans through her tours in Afghanistan [12:59]
    • What winning the Pat Tillman Award means to CSM Evans [14:44]
    • How Pat has changed her life to honor Pat Tillman's legacy [19:05]
    • How CSM Evans' experience with Team Unbroken has transformed her life [23:39]
    • How CSM Evans' service dogs Rusty and Aurora have impacted her [31:19]
    • Why being the parent of a service member is different than serving [36:14]
    • Why connection is so important for Veterans to experience [38:06]
    • CSM Evans' encouragement for those in a dark place right now [43:25]
    • What CSM Evans did today that put her in the right mindset for success [45:15]
    Resources & People Mentioned
    • Puppies for a Purpose with John Miller, Episode #22
    • World's Toughest Race: Eco-Challenge Fiji
    Connect with Command Sergeant Major Gretchen Evans
    • The website
    • On Instagram
    • On Linkedin
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    51 min

About Mitlin Money Mindset

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Hosted by Larry Sprung, CFP®, Founder and Wealth Advisor at Mitlin Financial Inc®, this podcast is your weekly dose of laughter, actionable insights, and a whole lot of JOY.

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