Orange Crushing It with Frank Clark

How are you turning your adversity into your competitive advantage? 

My guest today is Michelle Etchebarren, a woman who says that she was previously living a life that should’ve made her ‘a statistic’. As a 21-year-old young mother with 3 kids and no college degree, Michelle has overcome trials and tribulations to achieve her wildest dreams. Today, Michelle is the CEO of Attorneys in Motion and works with over 7,500 lawyers to provide short notice legal help. Michelle believes that while it is great to make money, it’s even greater to give back. 

In this episode, Michelle and I talk about her challenging childhood, how she built her wildly successful business, and how she takes on each day with self-mastery. Tune in, and enjoy!

Some Questions I Ask 

• What was the learning from all of that? (7:08)
• How did your company evolve? (15:15)
• What is the fundamental thing that people come to you for coaching? (19:49)
• What advice would you give someone who is struggling right now? (30:58)

In This Episode You Will Learn 

• Why Michelle says she should’ve been ‘a statistic’ (4:11)
• About Michelle’s lowest point (9:39)
• How Attorneys in Motion works (18:18)
• Michelle’s self-mastery routine (22:20)

Connect with Michelle

• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Attorneys in Motion Website

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

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I hope you all ended last year on a high note and are riding that high into 2021! 

My guest today is Frank Clark, a man that I have many similarities to besides having the same name. Frank is a serial entrepreneur just like me and he has an impressive background working in the financial industry, marketing, real estate, sales, medicine, and more. Through the years Frank’s introduction to motivational coaches such as Tony Robbins influenced him greatly and he is now working as a career coach to help others follow their dreams and develop their skills. 

In this episode, Frank and I talk about his career background, the biggest lessons that he has learned, his advice for listeners, and more!

Some Questions I Ask 

• What would you say is the biggest lesson that turned into the biggest blessing in your life for you? (11:17)
• In the field of medicine that you’re involved in, how do you apply any parallels that could be applied today? (19:38)
• What would you say is a quick remedy for the symptoms of Covid-19? (24:51)

In This Episode You Will Learn 

• About Frank’s background (2:58)
• Frank’s key takeaways from motivational speakers (13:46)
• About the medical device that Frank’s team created (23:22)
• Frank’s advice for people interested in sales (30:38)

Resources Mentioned 

• Book: William J. O’Neil - How to Make Money in Stocks: A Winning System in Good Times and Bad
• Book: Paul Pilzer - God Wants You to Be Rich: How and Why Everyone Can Enjoy Material and Spiritual Wealth in Our Abundant World 

Connect with Frank 

• Website - Greater Good Supply
• LinkedIn - Greater Good Supply
• Facebook

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

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How have you mixed family and business? Whether it is with a family company, hiring family members, or just letting them give their two cents on your career, mixing family and business can be tricky. 

My guest today is the inspirational Rick Starr. Rick is a serial entrepreneur and family business owner. He started working at 13 years old and hasn't stopped creating and disrupting everything he touches. After losing everything and putting his family in millions of dollars in debt, Rick climbed out of despair by deconstructing his failures and reframing his life's work. 18 months later he had created 7 new companies and had someone pay him to take $18 million dollars of income-producing properties off their hands. He lives in Florida with his wife and three young kids, and is grateful for every day on this planet.

In this episode, Rick and I talk about his career background, how he recovered from millions of dollars of debt, and how he is managing his 7 businesses now. 

Some Questions I Ask 

• When did you break off from the movie theater business? (8:24)
• What is your advice for people starting a business with their family? (17:41)
• What are you doing now? (21:53)
• Who is your favorite superhero and why? (37:16)

In This Episode You Will Learn 

• Rick’s experience working in his family businesses (3:42)
• How Rick created a million-dollar sticker business (9:48)
• Rick’s advice for rectifying relationships with family members (19:07)
• The story of how Rick was paid to take $18 million dollars of income-producing properties (25:53)
• The importance of the message behind what you’re selling (32:16)

Connect with Rick 

• Email - [email protected]
• LinkedIn

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

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What has your experience been with sales? Whether you are the one selling or being sold to, there’s a method behind the madness. 

My guest today calls herself the sorceress of sales and is the CEO and Founder of the first female-led sales agency servicing the US, Canada, and Australia. From mischievous sales in high school to being the top salesperson in a network marketing company, Bella has always had the knack for sales. Bella’s passion is to help businesses scale and for women to create financial independence through sales in her agency, Align Sales Services. 

In this episode, Bella and I talk about what is unique about her sales agency, why women are better salespeople, and the importance of magnetically fun energy into a room. 

Some Questions I Ask 

• How did you know you liked sales? (6:24)
• How can you be that .001 optimal? (12:46)
• What’s going to set Align Sales Services apart and why just women? (18:36)
• Why are you the sorceress of sales? (25:12)
• What does ten years from now look like for you? (33:00)

In This Episode You Will Learn 

• About Bella’s experience selling drugs (5:16)
• The sales technique that Bella will never use again (11:40)
• Why Bella believes women are better salespeople (20:58)
• That fun energy is what gets you through the door in sales (25:46)
• What Bella would change in the multi-level marketing business model (28:43)

Connect with Bella

• Instagram
• Align Sales Website
• Facebook 

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

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Get out of your comfort zone and prove the whispers of self doubt wrong. 

My guest today is the ultimate dream chaser who didn’t let an ounce of self doubt get in his way. Ken Van Liew is the founder and CEO of Global Real Estate Strategies, an international best-selling author, keynote speaker, educator and engineer. If you have been to New York City, chances are you have seen one of the skyscrapers that he has built. Ken is an inspirational leader, a self-development advocate, and surprisingly, a magician as well.

In this episode, Ken and I talk about how he became interested in building skyscrapers and earned his credibility at a young age. We discuss the daily habits that he has found to substantially increase his productivity and personal growth, how he overcame his lowest points, and how he became a magician.  

Some Questions I Ask 

• How did you decide that building skyscrapers was what you wanted to do? (4:43)
• What is your state management tip? (12:59)
• In your book you reference the Buddhist phrase, “when the student is ready, the teacher appears”, when did the teacher appear for you? (25:00)

In This Episode You Will Learn 

• How Ken found his sense of direction and gained credibility (10:05)
• What kept Ken going at his lowest points (16:46)
• Why Ken and I believe that people naturally dilute their greatness (20:57)
• The lasting impact that Ken’s football coach has had on him (23:41)
• How Ken became a magician (29:26)

Resources Mentioned

• Book - Mastery by Robert Greene 
• Book - The Outliers by Malcom Gladwell

Connect with Ken 

• Book - Modern Wealth Building Formula: How to Master Real Estate Investing
• LinkedIn 
• Website
• Facebook

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

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How has your mental and physical health been impacted by the COVID-19 global pandemic? 

This year has turned everyone’s world upside down and it can be hard to maintain the health and fitness routines that we once had instilled in our pre-pandemic lives. Among the unpredictable events that 2020 has brought, one thing remains the same: living a balanced and healthy life and being in shape physically, mentally, and emotionally, gets you the focus, strength, and resources to accomplish anything. 

In this episode, I am joined by Natali Križan - a Certified fitness and personal trainer with 10 certifications in the fitness industry, including a Master’s certificate as a personal and body weight functional coach. With 20 years of experience in Pilates, yoga, HIIT, body weight, and functional flow modalities, she has trained over 300 clients all over the world, and today, Natali and I talk about her journey into the fitness industry, the importance of ‘why’, and how health and fitness can be balanced within our lives. 

Tune in to Episode 30 of Orange Crushing It to be inspired to stop making excuses when it comes to your health!

Some Questions I Ask 

• How does someone stay successful in the training industry in 2020? (3:16)
• What are the basics you recommend for fitness so we don’t focus on fads and health trends? (11:23)
• What’s the first step into changing your mindset? (18:01)
• What is a typical morning for you? (30:53)

In This Episode You Will Learn

• Natali’s background (1:14)
• How Natali became a fitness trainer (7:14)
• Fitness isn’t a punishment when it’s balanced in our lives (14:27)
• Why Natali focuses on finding out what her clients' ‘why’ is (18:47)
• The importance of connecting with our bodies through movement (29:28)

Connect with Natali 

• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

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Failures and lost opportunities are a part of life, but we can all control how we react when these moments happen to us. My guest on the show today is a true testament to that, learning from his previous mistakes in sales and business to become a rockstar real estate agent, Jay Levine! 

Jay and I talk about how his experience as a salesperson in corporate companies led him to refuse to work for anyone else and ultimately creating his own real estate company, ONE94 Real Estate Group. Jay also talks about how he is deeply involved in his local community, the darkest moment in his career, and the legacy he wants to leave his kids with. 

Learn more about Jay on Episode 29 of Orange Crushing It! 

Some Questions I Ask 

• What does ONE94 Real Estate mean? (3:56)
• How has your relationship with your community changed over your lifetime? (6:03)
• What’s the ONE94 experience and how does that differentiate from anybody else? (10:59)
• What were two of the big takeaways from working at Verizon? (14:55)
• Who inspired you to have your drive? (21:44)
• What is the legacy that you want to leave your kids with? (34:39)

In This Episode You Will Learn 

• How Jay’s relationship with his community has evolved (6:23)
• Why Jay and his team lead with their heart (12:54)
• Why Jay will never work for a corporation again (18:32)
• The dark period of time during Jay’s time at Verizon (26:54)
• How Jay applies his family values to his company culture (36:50)

Connect with Jay 

• (201)-906-0519
• Website 
• LinkedIn

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It may be a challenging concept for some to wrap their heads around, but there is a compelling theory out there that states we are made up of 4 Energy Types. Joining me on the show today is someone who has embraced their Goddess energy, harnessed the power of their own intuition, and used her gifts to help other women overcome the need for external validation, Nancy Walters!  

We discuss how Nancy is helping women now in a considerably hostile climate, not only politically and in regards to COVID-19, but spiritually as well. Nancy also shares how building habits that are sustainable, consistent, and kind are ultimately beneficial, tips for navigating dating in the midst of the pandemic, and why tapping into the feminine energy is so important. 

To learn more, tune in to Episode 28 of Orange Crushing It!

Some Questions I Ask:

• What are your morning rituals? (4:01)
• In reference to the 4 Energy Types, how do you balance your Goddess energy with your Zeus energy? (11:22)
• Did you always know you had a talent for helping other women & How are you implementing strategies now in an arguably hostile climate? (19:47)
• How are you navigating dating and relationships during COVID-19? (26:03)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• An introduction to Nancy Walters (2:09)
• Why Nancy wants to meditate more often (6:15)
• Why I believe in the power of micro shifts, persistency, and consistency (8:29)
• How practicing empathy towards others helped Nancy to overcome her own triggers (16:24)
• The five must-have pictures for men seeking women to include in their dating profile. (34:39)

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Nancy Walters:

• Website
• Instagram 
• Facebook Group - Radiantly Divine
• Facebook Page - Radiantly Divine
• Facebook Profile - Nancy Walters
• Email: [email protected]

Resources:

• Podcast: The Awakened Heart - Hosted by Nancy Walters

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When it comes to achieving success, persistence is key. 

My guest today is someone who I believe is a true example of this, having committed himself to personal growth throughout every facet of his life, Dan Mesrobian! Dan has spent twenty-one successful years in the Real Estate business as a Broker residing in the northern New Jersey area. He has also devoted his time to mentoring and training new agents within the field and preparing them for the long journey ahead.  

In this episode, we dive into Dan’s personal history pursuing a College degree which led him into the property industry, why gratitude journaling is such an important ritual for him, and how his passion for helping others has bled into his career and position as a mentor.  

To hear more, have a listen to Episode 27 of Orange Crushing It!

Some Questions I Ask:

• How did you come to work in the Real Estate industry? (3:32)
• Why did you choose to pursue a degree in history? (5:33)
• What are some of your morning rituals & How important are they for you? (12:00)
• What are some of the things you want in your life? (16:17)
• What is one book and one life lesson you would put in a time capsule for future generations to learn from? (35:17)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• How risk, consistency, and persistence play into your personal success (9:31)
• How routines correlate to success. (15:33)
• The power of visualizing your goals (23:07)
• The respect I have for Dan’s internal drive and tenacity (30:18)

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Dan Mesrobian:

• Email: [email protected]
• Facebook - ‘The Mesrobian Team’

Resources:

• Book: ‘When Breath Becomes Air’ Author, Paul Kalanithi & Abraham Verghese
• Book: ‘Meditations’ Author, Marcus Aurelius
• Book: ‘The Spartan Way’ Author, Joe De Sena
• Book: ‘Extreme Ownership’ Author, Jocko Willink & Leif Babin

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There are very few people in life we have the privilege of calling best friends.

Joining me on the show today is someone who I’m so grateful to have given that title to, Arlin Horsley! Having grown up working in the manufacturing industry at his family-owned aquatic plant business, Arlin has a true appreciation for the entrepreneurial spirit and embodies the ‘orange energy’ that I am so passionate about. Funnily enough, Arlin was also a former customer of my business and even went on to open a separate division within the company. 

In this episode, we discuss what it was that gave him such a tenacious and hard-working attitude so early on in life, his journey to founding the asset management business, ‘BAJA Bid’, and what we’ve collectively learned about parenthood through our experiences becoming grandparents. We also chat about Arlin’s upbringing and his perspective on family life as someone who was adopted at six months old. 

To hear more of Arlin’s story, tune in to Episode 26 of Orange Crushing It!

Some Questions I Ask:

• What gave you such a tenacious outlook on life early on & Who inspired you growing up? (4:19)
• Who in your life inspired you and gave you advice throughout your formative years? (14:15)
• How have you instilled leadership principles within your organization, ‘Baja Bid?’ (17:51)
• Has being adopted had any influence on the way you’ve raised your children? (22:45)
• Is it important for you to keep Tampa Bay sports culture alive around your grandchildren? (32:34)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• An introduction to Arlin Horsley (1:28)
• How the lessons Arlin learned playing competitive team sports transcended into his professional life (10:24)
• Some background on the ‘Disc Profiling Test’ and the personality traits of someone that’s a ‘High D’ (13:20)
• The legacy Arlin wants to leave as a Grandfather (28:39)

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Arlin Horsley:

• LinkedIn
• Website - ‘BAJA Bid’ 
• Twitter - ‘BAJA Bid’ 
• Email: [email protected]

Resources:

‘Discovery Report’ - Information on the ‘Disc Profiling Test’

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