Shortcuts to Success

Alphonso James was arrested for murder in 1985 when he was just 17 years old and subsequently sentenced to life in prison. He consistently maintained his innocence throughout his incarceration. After spending 31 years behind bars for a crime he did not commit, Alphonso James emerged not with bitterness, but with an inspiring level of positivity and light. His resilience is remarkable; despite the years lost, he has chosen to focus on hope and new beginnings rather than dwelling on the past. Alphonso's outlook on life is profoundly positive, often expressing gratitude for the simple freedoms that come with exoneration, like the ability to watch a sunset or walk in a park. He has become an advocate for criminal justice reform, using his story to educate others and push for changes that might prevent similar miscarriages of justice. His strength and optimistic spirit highlight not just a personal triumph, but a powerful message about the capacity for human growth and forgiveness even in the face of tremendous adversity.

"Why should i wait until i'm 65 to earn my first million? I'd rather have the money now!"
On this week's episode, we're getting into the thick of Gen Z's money challenges. Why is this generation facing such tough financial obstacles? From the weight of student loans and the high cost of homes to the instability of jobs and unpredictable markets—there's a lot to unpack. We'll hear from a financial expert, James Prince and a real Gen Z, Imane, sharing their insights and strategies on how to better manage debts, make savvy investments, and plan for a more secure future.

Does balance really exist? Or is it just something we strive for?  The gift of experience, opportunity, knowledge and responsibility for what we create around us. an Interview with Hermione Harrison and James Prince.

James interviews Anna who is one of the world's leading experts on how entrepreneurs can build a business from a book. This episode is about how to succeed from failure.

We all have an inner critic. At times this little voice can actually be helpful and keep us motivated toward goals—like when it reminds us that what we're about to eat isn't healthy or what we're about to do may not be wise.

However, this voice can often be more harmful than helpful, particularly when it gets into excessive negativity. This negative self-talk can really bring us down.

James recently had an interesting conversation with Justin Breen a multi-talented individual who has authored two books, "Epic Life" and "Epic Business." 
Alongside being a former journalist and entrepreneur, Justin is the proud owner of two companies PR firm BrEpic Communications and exclusive connectivity platform BrEpic Network, where he helps entrepreneurs connect and thrive.
 
During their talk, Justin shared his belief that having the right mindset attracts the right network and opportunities. 
He emphasized the key characteristics of entrepreneurs and what drives them, underscoring the notion that surrounding oneself with the right people can be a game-changer. 

He also debunked the idea of overnight success, emphasizing that there is no fast track to achieving one's goals. 
Instead, success comes from persistence, dedication, and the willingness to learn from setbacks.
In essence, James and Justin's conversation offers valuable insights into the world of entrepreneurship. 
Their discussion underscores the importance of mindset, connections, and personal growth for those seeking an epic life and business.

In this interview, James spoke with a remarkable woman who wears many hats, including those of an economist, entrepreneur as a DoTerra ambassador.
She shared with us her insights on navigating the corporate world and her journey of starting her own business.

During our conversation, we delved into the importance of listening to your instincts and taking action, even if it means accepting the possibility of failure. We also discussed the significance of understanding your strengths and weaknesses and getting to know yourself better when running a business.

While acknowledging that there are no shortcuts to success, our interviewee provided three practical suggestions to help you achieve your goals. These include taking the time to gain self-awareness, taking small daily actions, and enjoying every step of the process.

We explored various ways to get to know yourself better, including taking different tests; such as Gallup, Kolbe and Print.

She also recommended Jenna Kutcher's podcast, "The Gold Digger Podcast,"

Dr. Nicole LePera's book, "How to Do the Work," as valuable resources for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of themselves.

Overall, this interview provides a wealth of advice and inspiration for anyone looking to start their own business or navigate the challenges of the corporate world.

Corina Ortega's Website: http://corinaortega.com

“The inner please” podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-inner-pleaser-podcast/id1667336860 

Jenna Kutcher - The Goal Digger Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-goal-digger-podcast/id1178704872

Book: How To Do The Work by Dr. Nicole Lepera

In this episode James interviews his friend Aysha Aldhaheri, she is a graduate from the Sorbonne University in Abu Dhabi. She used to work in the Central Bank of UAE, then started her own business. They talk about the challenges she went through and the healthy mindset needed that lead to success. 
They also talk about how to balance life, work, and passions. She believes that balance is not in the amount of time you spend on each thing you do, but in how present you are in each area. 
She shares 3 bits of advice to anybody in life:
Take Action
Don’t be hesitant
Not being afraid of failure

She also recommended two very interesting books;
“Big Magic”  Elizabeth Gilbert

“The serendipity mindset” Dr. Christian Bush

In this episode James interviews his client and friend Sofia Odéen. She talks about her determination, discipline and what's her definition of Success. Sofia shares with us how a goal oriented and well structured mind can achieve many things in life, also being clear about your “why” is important when setting and executing goals. Her mantra is “We can do anything but not everything”. 

James interviews his client Dr Khalid Abdel-Galil, a consultant at SEHA / Tawam Johns Hopkins Hospital. (Specialising in Maxillofacial). They both discuss the career path of how long it really takes to be a great Doctor. 18 years of studying plus thousands of hours in theatre is how long it took Khalid. They also touch on the different skillsets that is required to be a top surgeon today and how the teaching methods are changing with time.