Orange Crushing It with Frank Clark

Today, I’m joined by Wall Street veteran and Founder of ‘Wealth Colony’, Joe Hagan! Joe is an expert in Asset Management and has had over thirty years of practical experience within the financial and investment field. He is a passionate individual and truly embodies the orange energy that has driven him to where he is today. 

In this episode, we discuss how the ‘Orange Crushing It’ mentality has connected with Joe throughout his life, how his values growing up taught him how to be resourceful and take advantage of new opportunities, as well as his insights into the stock market and how he’s learned to understand its fluctuations. 

To learn more, tune in to Episode 15 of Orange Crushing It!

Some Questions I Ask:

• Could you talk a little bit about what you do and your personal background within your industry? (2:33)
• How did you transition from being a ‘hustler’ to working in Asset Management on Wall Street? (16:40)
• How do you navigate clients towards investments in the midst of the current pandemic & How have you managed to build trust in order to stray them away from fear? (32:37)
• What are two life principles you can leave my listeners with? (42:27)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• A brief background on Joe Hagan (0:53)
• What the ‘Orange Crushing It’ mentality means to Joe & How his upbringing led him to being the person he is today (3:54)
• How Joe’s approach to sport growing up connect to his current ideologies (9:38)
• The importance of having a hustle and a personal drive & How Joe learned to create opportunities for himself from a young age (11:35)
• Joe’s insights on those who glorify financial misconduct & Why he has been so diligent in running his business efficiently (24:01)
• How Joe gained insight into ‘insider buying’ & What areas of working on Wall Street felt challenging (27:23)
• Why showing vulnerability is a strength rather than a perceived weakness (40:01)

Let’s Connect:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Joe Hagan:

• LinkedIn
• Wealth Colony - Website

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Throughout moments of hardship, there is always a lesson to be learned and a silver lining to be found. My guest today, Beate Winkler, knows first hand how these struggles can lead to incredible epiphanies and uncover a deeper meaning within not only ourselves, but the world around us. 

Beate shares her incredible journey in discovering the world of personal development and how three major near death experiences showed her the true value and meaning in her own life. She is an inspiring woman and has chosen to take on an active responsibility in not victimizing herself and holding herself accountable for the decisions she makes. 

In this episode, we dive into the work Beate is involved in selling essential oils and how she uses her platform to help others, how she made such a drastic shift in her mindset during a very dark period in her life, as well as discuss the holistic benefits that essential oils can have on our overall well being.  

If you’re keen to hear more, tune in to Episode 14 of Orange Crushing It! 

Some Questions I Ask:

• Could you talk a little bit about your background and how you evolved into the person you are today? (3:22)
• Was there a specific person that influenced you to have a drive and motivation from such an early age? (4:53)
• What does the work you do at your business look like? (16:13)
• What is the mindset you have as a business person & How do you teach other women to shift the dependency they may have on their financial situations? (18:57)
• Is your partner as heavily involved in personal development as you are? (23:23)
• What are the three things you have taken away from the Tony Robbins’ events you’ve attended? (26:55)
• How can essential oils be used to make people feel better? (31:53)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• A brief background on today’s guest, Beate Winkler (1:23)
• The three instances that almost lost Beate her life & What those experiences taught her about the meaning she applied to her own life (6:34)
• A breakdown of the mindset Beate was in when she wanted to take her own life & What thought process brought her out of that place (9:47)
• What resonated with Beate in the personal development space (14:35)
• How essential oils have helped Beate throughout hard times in her life (17:17)

Let’s Connect:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Beate Winkler:

• Oils & Inspiration - Facebook 
• Oils & Inspiration - Website
• Facebook

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My guest today is an established and truly influential individual in their field, Sean Callagy! Sean is a highly successful and sought after Trial Lawyer, Philanthropist, and Public Speaker, and is also legally blind. Through sharing his lived experiences and challenges with vision impairment, he has been led to launch and found the program ‘UnBlinded’, which aims to bring individuals together through the empowerment of self-development. 

In this episode, we discuss the moments that were pivotal in Sean’s career, his theory behind ‘horizontal’ and ‘vertical’ innovation, and what he sees in the future for ‘Unblinded’ and ‘Callagy Law’. Sean also shares his ideology behind ‘micro distinctions’ and the ways in which they influence the course of our lives.  

To hear more of our conversation and learn the values that are integral to Sean’s success, tune in to Episode 13 of Orange Crushing It!

Some Questions I Ask:

• What inspires you to maintain the drive you have for success? (3:48)
• Could you talk about your life before becoming partially blind and share what felt like a pivotal moment for you? (6:31)
• Could you expand on your ideals behind ‘micro distinctions’ and how they can be so influential towards our own personal growth? (16:44)
• As such an accomplished person, how do you maintain balance in your life? (34:17)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• A brief background on today’s guest, Sean Callagy (0:52)
• When Sean’s deterioration of vision started to affect his athletic performance (12:43)
• How Sean helps clients gain control over the meaning they attach to events in their lives (15:27)
• How micro distinctions tie into the ‘80/20 Theory’ (19:04)
• Sean’s personal micro distinction in relation to Covid-19 (21:56)
• How Sean stayed true to his framework surrounding innovation (23:55)
• A breakdown behind the process of ‘real law’ in Sean’s ‘Unblinded’ program (25:24)
• Sean’s definitions of ‘horizontal’ innovation and ‘vertical’ innovation (26:49)
• What holds us back from taking the risk to innovate (29:20)

Let’s Connect:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Sean Callagy:

• Callagy Law - Website
• Unblinded - Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

Resources:

• Program: ‘Unblinded - Morning Huddle’

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Today I have the absolute pleasure of introducing a personal friend of mine and superstar in her line of work, Alexia Molecchi! Alexia is a jack of all trades, having worked as a Producer, International Consultant, Entrepreneur, as well as a slew of other esteemed titles. She is an entertainment expert and shares her story of how she fell into this fascinating field.  

In this episode, we get into the ins and outs of the entertainment industry from the production and casting side, how Covid-19 has made us adapt and create even more so than before, and how emerging platforms are creating more space for newer voices in the acting realm. For so long, acting and entertainment has been a profession that’s felt so inaccessible and with the rise of social media platforms and changes to Hollywood culture, fresh and diverse voices are being brought to center stage. 

We also dive into Alexia’s experience immigrating to the US from Italy and the cultural differences she noticed when moving here and how her Podcast, ‘The Heart of Show Business’ was born.  

To learn more on this fascinating topic and hear insights from the insider herself, tune in to Episode 12 of Orange Crushing It!

Some Questions I Ask:

• How did you get started in the entertainment industry? (3:39)
• Do you consider yourself to be someone who is always thinking about how you can better serve others? (10:52)
• How would somebody in a later chapter of their life get involved in the entertainment and acting field? (13:56)
• How has Coronavirus affected you as someone in the entertainment business? (18:46)
• Could you talk about your Podcast, ‘The Heart Of Show Business’ (28:10)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• An introduction to Alexia Melocchi (1:23)
• Why your attitude towards learning is more important than formal education (7:56)
• The contrast between schools in the US and schools in Italy (9:25)
• How casting directors’ minds have opened up & How emerging platforms are helping new and authentic voices get noticed (16:31)
• How using our authentic voices can make a genuine impact on others (22:53)
• The meaning we attach to the events that happen to us & The power we have over our responses (24:35)

Let’s Connect:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Alexia Melocchi:

• Website
• Little Studio Films - Website
• Twitter
• Instagram
• Facebook
• LinkedIn
• Podcast - ‘The Heart Of Show Business’

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Co-Founder of The Life Makeover Collective and Creator of the emerging dating platform Love In Sync, Tina Jesso! Tina has had an extensive background in sales, recruitment, and finance and shares her story of how she shifted into the world of online dating. 

We talk about how COVID has introduced the idea of Zoom dates, how Tina got into this industry, and why it’s so important to actively listen to your partner. We also discuss the value of authenticity and why it’s so vital to creating a healthy partnership, not only with your significant other but also within yourself and understanding your own needs and desires. 

If you’re keen to hear more and want to gain some useful dating tips from the expert herself, tune in to Episode 11 of Orange Crushing It!

Some Questions I Ask:

• How did you get involved in the personal development and dating space? (3:41)
• What is your worst online dating experience? (24:12)
• What has been your best online dating moment? (28:19)
• Do you have any tips for dating during Covid-19? (43:16)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• A brief background on Tina Jesso (0:52)
• What an RSP is & Why it’s important to think about your finances early on (8:31)
• How Tina and her business partner, Susan Hum, founded their dating website (11:52)
• Ways COVID is changing the way we interact with online dating (15:06)
• Tina’s tips and advice for dating on Zoom (17:25)
• The real-life effects that catfishing can have (19:49)
• Why Tina doesn’t believe in ‘ghosting’ (30:09)
• The importance of actively listening to each other (34:26)
• Understanding what you need from your significant other & The importance of dating people who differ from you (38:36)
• The ‘thinker’ vs. ‘feeler’ aspect of relationships (41:01)

Let’s Connect:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Tina Jesso:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook Page
• Life Makeover Collective - Website
• Love In Sync - Website
• Email: [email protected]

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Today I’m joined by Certified Mindset and Performance Coach and the Founder of ‘Radical Results Performance’, Rad Palivan! Rad is someone who truly embodies the ‘orange energy’ and is driven by inspiring others through the amazing work he does. 

As a performance Coach, it’s imperative that Rad has the ability to listen to his clients. Not only does he work to build them a solid structure for how to reach success, but he also acts as a soundboard in getting to the underlying root of their concerns. Having had over eleven years in this field, Rad has successfully helped entrepreneurs, executives, and CEOs in achieving their personal and business goals. 

It’s so important that we evenly distribute our energy so that we can feel comfortable in all aspects of our routine. In this episode, we discuss how Rad’s work utilizes this approach, why we should be actively giving to others in our lives, as well as how to maintain a strong mindset. 

To learn more about Rad’s approach to Coaching and how you can apply his methods to your own life, tune in to Episode 10 of Orange Crushing It!

Some Questions I Ask:

• Can you give some backstory on how you got to where you are today? (3:29)
• What is your biggest obstacle with new clients you take on? (9:09)
• What do you use as a distraction or form of escape? (11:43)
• What drives and motivates you in life? (20:06)
• How would you summarize the key components to building the right mindset? (26:03)
• What can you say about the importance of receiving coaching? (32:41)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• A brief background on Rad Palivan (0:52)
• How Tony Robbins influenced Rad’s career path (5:46)
• Why we don’t always need to have the most important job in the room to make the most impact (7:19)
• Why Rad doesn’t work out every single day and still maintains consistency in his health (15:11)
• A breakdown of the 80/20 rule (16:46)
• How we can gain a greater perspective through giving to others (24:25)
• Why Rad doesn’t believe in the phrase ‘rise to the challenge’ (29:37)

Let’s Connect:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Rad Palivan:

• LinkedIn
• Website

Resources:

• Psychological Concept: “Spiral Dynamics”

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For us to achieve success in whatever we do, it is imperative that we have a strong mentality instilled in us. Our mindset influences our perspective so strongly and it’s sometimes difficult to reconcile with how much control we have over those thoughts. 

In this episode, I share my personal tips for developing the correct mindset and teach you how to hone the tools that will assist you in pursuing your goals. I also discuss the importance of asking ourselves ‘why’ questions and explore what our values mean to us on more than just a superficial level. To truly have an understanding of what is important to us, we have to get to the root of those beliefs and be able to sit with the discomfort that may come along with it.   

One of my mentors and huge inspirations, Tony Robbins, has adopted the ideology that we have the power to apply meaning to whatever happens to us in life. I’m a big believer in this and give some insights into how we can shift our thinking in a more positive direction, as well as take control over how we respond to huge events.  

If you’re interested to learn more, join me in Episode 9 of Orange Crushing It! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• What inspired me to talk about ‘mindset’ in today’s episode (1:26)
• The impact of setting an intention for the day (3:50)
• How ‘focus’ plays a role in your mentality & Why we often listen to our heads over our hearts (7:15)
• Why we should be asking ourselves ‘why’ questions (8:40)
• How we can control the meaning we apply to the events that happen to us (12:55)
• The power gratitude has in our lives (17:16)

Let’s Connect:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

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Learning to adapt can be a challenging concept to a lot of us. For so many, the idea of change is foreign and having to readjust to new surroundings can feel overwhelming without the right mindset.     

Today I’m joined by CEO of ‘Alex Restoration’ and personal friend of mine, Adrian Park. Adrian is no stranger to adaptability and, in this episode, he shares his story of homelessness and taking on new business ventures. We discuss the role our ego plays in our successes and failures, how Adrian changed his way of thinking during a very dark period, as well as his advice on how others out there can innovate and change their own lives.   

Adrian is someone who I consider encapsulates that ‘Orange Energy’ and is a real leader in his line of work. As someone who was humbled later in life due to his situation, he has truly learned how to apply his resourcefulness and skillset to achieve great success in business.    

If you’re interested to learn more about Adrian’s story, then tune in to Episode 8 of Orange Crushing It!

Some Questions I Ask:

• How would you summarise the concept of re-innovating your life? (29:29)
• What is another way you innovated yourself after practicing manifestation towards your ideal future? (34:00)
• Do you have any advice for those out there wanting to change their situations? (40:45)

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• Backstory on Adrian Park (0:52)
• Adrian’s perspective on such a huge event happening to him at forty years old (7:29)
• The lessons that ‘hitting rock bottom’ teaches us (14:34)
• How Adrian’s life experiences have influenced his mindset towards his work life (24:35)
• Why Adrian has adopted a more humble and productive approach in business (26:58)
• The importance of adaptability in achieving success (37:43)

Let’s Connect:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Adrian Park:

• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Alex Restoration - Facebook 

Resources: 

• Book - “Awaken The Giant Within: How to Take Immediate Control of Your Mental, Emotional, Physical and Financial Destiny” Author, Tony Robbins

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Today I’m joined by Personal Injury Lawyer and Co-Founder of Page & Eichenblatt, Steven Eichenblatt! 

Steven has a passion for helping others and credits a lot of this drive to his own upbringing and experience with troubling home events as a child. Throughout his life, he has represented families of 9/11 victims, taken on pro bono work for children in abusive situations, as well as inspired young people at high schools he speaks at. He is also a published author and is currently working on finishing his memoir “Hellow Yellow.”

In this episode, we discuss one of the incredible cases that Steven has worked on throughout his law career and how it has impacted him to this day. We also talk about how he’s applied the lessons he learned during that time and used them to create a genuine effect on the young people he has worked with, in schools. 

If you’re curious to learn more about Steven’s personal story and approach to the work he undertakes, then tune in to Episode 7 of Orange Crushing It! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• A brief history on Steven Eichenblatt (0:52)
• Steven’s experience at ‘Date With Destiny’ & His first impressions of me (3:10)
• What motivated Steven to write his book ‘The Lost Save of Tug Mcgraw’ (7:02)
• Why Steven is so passionate about working with young people (8:25)
• The incredible case that influenced Steven’s career and led him to do the work he does now with teenagers (12:03)
• How the family of the person involved in this case was impacted & How Steven used that to make a difference in the schools he speaks at (21:07)
• Details on Steven’s personal approach and work ethic (27:39)
• What we learned from our time attending fraternities (37:04)
• Steven’s approach to parenting & His advice for single parents (41:12)

Let’s Connect:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Connect With Steven Eichenblatt:

• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Page & Eichenblatt Website

Resources: 

• Book: “The Lost Save of Tug Mcgraw” Author, Steven Eichenblatt
• Seminar: “Tony Robbins: Date With Destiny” 

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Independence is a key factor in all of our lives. For many of us, learning how to hone our own freedom is a scary concept, but it’s a necessary skill to learn if we want to achieve the goals we’ve set for ourselves. 

Today, I discuss the value of independence, how my thinking has changed since starting a company, as well as how Tony Robbins has been a huge influence in my life, both personally and through the culture I’ve developed in my work life. 

If you’re interested to learn more, then tune in to Episode 6 of Orange Crushing It for some amazing personal development resources and inspiring stories! 

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• What the ‘Orange Energy Space’ is (1:14)
• The story of how I developed my independence at an early age (1:45)
• My thought processes during the early stages of running my company (3:14)
• The values I learned through self-development seminars (6:02)
• How I incorporated Tony Robbins’ seminars into my work culture (9:38)
• Tony Robbins’ concept of the ‘Six Human Needs’ (12:48)
• How to let the people around us be independent even if it’s seemingly at our expense (15:46)

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Instagram

Resources: 

• Seminar - “Tony Robbins: Date With Destiny”

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