Growing up in Long Island, New York, the academic heat was on for Brian. Attending a very competitive high school, then enrolling in a college that was even more academically rigorous, was only the very beginning of the challenges that awaited. Today’s episode of Success is Subjective features an honest look at the relentless pursuit of Brian Frumberg as he fully submerged himself in the world of venture capital. Brian shares his recipe for success with listeners, that took him from an inexperienced young man to a highly sought after businessman.

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VentureOut

Instagram: @ventureoutny

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From a young age, Amanda Koplin was highly ambitious, with a desire to pursue multiple career paths. While struggling in high school and only coming out with a 2.6 GPA, Amanda had to fight her way into college. Eventually realizing that she wanted to work in the therapeutic world, Amanda honed in on her studies, keeping the end goal in mind. On today’s episode of Success is Subjective, Amanda shares her various business endeavors with Joanna, and her tremendous heart for helping people heal and overcome. She encourages listeners with sage advice regarding a multitude of matters, including having the courage to try, the continual pursuit of success, and deciding your own fate.

Connect with Amanda Koplin 

Koplin Consulting 

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This episode of Success is Subjective features a conversation between Joanna and Will White. Will has worked in the mental health field for over 25 years. Today, he’s sharing with listeners how he got to where he is now as an author, mental health advocate and consultant. Will also describes how the modalities and methods used in the mental health profession are continually changing and evolving, and explains why it’s important to be open minded and grow with the changes.

Connect with Will White 

Summit Achievement 

Stories from the Field 

Stories From the Field (book) 

White Mountain Adventure Institute 

[email protected] 

Additional Links

Stories From the Field, Episode 160 with Joanna Lilley

Stories From the Field, Episode 45 with Joanna Lilley 

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Lilley Consulting Website

Lilley Consulting on Facebook 

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Growing up in rural Utah, Brian came from humble beginnings. While hard working, his parents still struggled to make ends meet. Wanting a better quality life for their son than they could provide, Brian’s parents pushed him towards higher education. From a freak accident that cost his sports career, to serving a two year mission, to multiple attempts at college and everywhere in between, Brian shares his anything-but-linear journey. He explains how he eventually came to be a founder of At The Crossroads and shares the work they are doing to help young adults find their way in life.

Connect with Brian Virgin

Shannon: 435.862.0010

At The Crossroads 

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Showing symptoms of ADHD and anxiety by 8th grade, it wasn’t long until Adam McLean’s educational journey came to an abrupt end. From dropping out of high school, to dependence on multiple drugs, to jail time and many other choices and challenges, Adam spent many years consumed by a life of trauma. Today’s episode of Success is Subjective shares the powerful story of one man who overcame impossible odds. Tune in to hear how hope can find its way into the most unlikely of situations through Adam’s inspiring testimony.

Connect with Adam McLean

Adam’s Cell: 928.600.5488 

Instagram: @theguesthouseocala

Facebook: The Guest House Ocala

The Guest House

Other Resources: 

The Hero with a Thousand Faces

Star Wars Trilogy 

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Today’s episode of Success is Subjective is both a heartfelt and inspiring conversation between Joanna and her guest, Neal Williams. Neal shares openly about how his battle with addiction almost cost him his very life. Bouncing around from schools and treatment centers wasn’t enough to set him straight, but Neal explains the pivotal moment that finally changed everything. Tune in to hear how an unlikely setting was just what Neal needed to turn his life around, and also to learn about the incredible work he is doing today as he helps others who are struggling.

Connect with Neal Williams

Elevated Lifestyle Academy 

Instagram: @elevatedlifestyle_academy

Facebook: Elevated Lifestyle Academy 

YouTube: Elevated Lifestyle Academy

Book: Letters Home: A Journey Into Recovery

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Success is Subjective Website

Lilley Consulting Website

Lilley Consulting on Facebook 

Sponsored by: College Alternative

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Floating around, struggling to figure out what his purpose was, John’s friends jokingly nicknamed him “lost boy.” Which was fitting at the time, but also a moment that allowed John the gift of self-reflection. He started asking himself what he wanted to do with his life and more importantly, who he wanted to be. From boarding school, to private school, to substance use and fraternities, John slowly learned who he was by first learning who he wasn’t. Tune in to today’s episode of Success is Subjective to hear how fate can find you when you least expect it.

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Breakwater Expeditions 

Echo Springs 

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Growing up in Kansas City, Missouri, Josh Flaherty knew from a young age that post-secondary education was a must. An addiction that first began in high school and continued through college, eventually caught up with Josh and forced him to face himself after he had an established career in the music industry. On today’s episode of Success is Subjective, Josh shares with listeners what that pivotal moment in his life was like. He also explains how choosing to heal led him down a different path than he ever expected.

Website: Adventure Recovery

Instagram: @adventurerecovery

Facebook: Adventure Recovery

Email:  [email protected]

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Have you ever felt like there isn’t a job that’s just right for you? What if you could curate a career that’s perfectly tailored toward your unique strengths and interests? Today’s Success is Subjective guest, Andrew Tepper, did exactly that. Andrew shares how he merged his passion and curiosity to unlock his calling in the world of integrative therapy. He gives listeners his best advice for stepping away from societal pressure and tuning in to their unique passions.

Connect with Andrew Tepper

Email: [email protected] 

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.bodatherapy.com 

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Today’s episode of Success is Subjective is a conversation between Joanna and sisters Sally and Lyle McClain. Sally and Lyle reflect on their individual journeys of overcoming trauma, which eventually led them to running a business together. They encourage listeners to lean into the discomfort of changing plans and close with a powerful message that even when life feels off track, you might be on the brink of something beautifully unexpected.

Connect with Lyle and Sally McClain

Mentoring website: bridgethegapservices.com 

Phone: (805) 558-4599

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @bridgethegapservices

Facebook: Bridge the Gap Services

Lyle’s therapy practice: https://www.therapywithlyle.com/

Lyle’s email: [email protected] 

Sally’s therapy practice: https://sallymcclaintherapy.com/

Sally’s email: [email protected] 

Other Links: 

Video: Kid Hits Head on Slide 

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