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Are you feeling stuck in a job that doesn’t match your true potential? Do you want to pursue your passion, but don’t have the time or money to go back to school? Do you wonder if there is a better way to achieve your career goals without a college degree? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this episode is for you. This week on the Podcast, Joe welcomes Jonaed Iqbal the founder of NoDegree.com, a platform that helps people without college degrees find their dream jobs. He is also a podcaster, a blogger, and an influencer who shares his insights and experiences on how to succeed in the modern workforce. Jonaed is an inspiring example of how you can achieve anything you set your mind to, regardless of your educational background. He will show you how to unlock your true potential and create your own path to success.

This week, Joe has a conversation with Jessie Lee Ward to discuss the world of multi-level marketing (MLM). Jessie Lee gives an insider's view of the MLM industry and how she built a massively successful business within it. Alongside her business insights, Jessie Lee opens up about battling stage 4 colon cancer and how she maintains positivity through challenging times. She talks about the importance of entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and gratitude in her life, and how she stays positive and resilient in the face of adversity.

In this episode, Joe is joined by April Dominguez, the founder and CEO of Handsome, a platform that connects and empowers beauty professionals. April is not only a visionary leader but also a role model for many aspiring entrepreneurs, especially women of color. She is a proud Native American and Hispanic founder, who has defied the odds and raised millions in funding for her innovative idea. She was also the first recipient of the Google for Startups Latino Founders Fund, a program that supports underrepresented founders in the tech industry. April shares how she came up with the idea for Handsome, what challenges she faced along the way, and what her vision is for the future of the beauty industry. She will also share some valuable insights and advice for anyone who wants to pursue their passion and make an impact.

This week, Joe sits down with Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig, co-authors of The Complete Smartist Guide and The Creative Business Handbook, two must-read books for artists and creative entrepreneurs looking to turn their passion into a profitable business. Ekaterina and Alicia share their real-life experiences and provide valuable advice on everything from choosing the right business model to scaling up your production. They also discuss their respective careers as successful women in the art industry and how they are dedicated to lifting up women artists through their coaching service and online art gallery. This inspiring conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to make a living with their art.

Joe welcomes Dr. Lisa Andrew, the President and CEO of the Silicon Valley Education Foundation, a nonprofit organization that delivers and advocates for STEM education that inspires underserved students to succeed in college and careers. Dr. Lisa Andrew is not only a leader in education, but also a speaker and a visionary who sees possibilities and is not afraid to dream big and lead change. She’s also the host of the new podcast They Are Waiting for Us, a show that explores how education can unlock the potential of every child and create a more just and affluent society. If you want to be inspired by the stories of courageous and efficacious leaders who are transforming education and creating economic opportunity for all, you won’t want to miss this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast.

This week Joe Pardavila welcomes a guest who is not afraid to think differently, act boldly, and create wealth. Codie Sanchez is a serial entrepreneur, a social media influencer, and a champion of small businesses. She is the Founder and CEO of Contrarian Thinking, a platform that reaches millions of followers across socials and teaches them how to challenge the status quo, find hidden opportunities, and achieve financial freedom. She also leads Contrarian Capital, a company that owns and operates small businesses that generate $50 million in yearly revenue and an investment fund that supports the backbone of main street businesses. In this conversation, we’ll learn about Codie’s journey from finance to entrepreneurship, her philosophy of contrarian thinking, and her tips on how to start and grow a profitable and impactful business.

In this captivating episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, host Joe Pardavila sits down with Dr. Laila Marouf, the dynamic founder and Chief Knowledge Officer of the Knowledge Mindfulness Group. As a professor, business leader, and award-winning academic researcher, Dr. Marouf has spent her career empowering organizations and individuals to unlock their full potential through knowledge. Now, she's sharing her insights with the world in her groundbreaking new book, Knowledge Mindfulness. Drawing from her extensive experience and research in the fields of business, psychology, neuroscience, and the social sciences, Dr. Marouf offers a transformative approach to harnessing knowledge in more holistic, effective, and humane ways. Join us as we dive deep into Dr. Marouf's knowledge mindfulness journey and explore the crucial difference between information and knowledge. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the most innovative and inspiring thought leaders in the field. Tune in now and unlock your full potential through the power of knowledge mindfulness!

In this episode, Joe is joined by Jairek Robbins, a best-selling author, performance coach, and speaker who is dedicated to helping professionals achieve success by living with purpose in life and business. Jairek is also a trusted advisor and board member to various companies, and he was recently appointed as President and Chief Strategy Officer of SUCCESS Enterprises. With almost two decades of performance coaching experience, Jairek continues to unlock secrets for maximizing performance and organizational success, and he's just getting started. As an innovator, Jairek is applying his own philosophy and living a life of adventure, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship. In this inspiring podcast episode, Jairek discusses how to unlock your potential, overcome challenges, and live a life of adventure and fulfillment.

Peter Hull is the founder and managing director of Fitstop, a functional strength and conditioning studio franchise that is helping people of all ages and fitness levels reach their fitness goals all over the world. In this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe Pardavila talks to Peter about his passion for health and fitness, why he's dedicated his career to helping people live healthier, happier lives, and what the future of fitness looks like. Peter shares his personal story of how he transformed his own life through fitness, and how he hopes to inspire others to do the same. He also talks about the importance of community and how Fitstop is creating a space where people can come together to support each other on their fitness journey. This is an uplifting and inspiring episode that will leave you feeling motivated to get moving and live a healthier life. So listen in and learn from one of the world's leading experts on fitness!