the Me Bet

How can you be more intentional about the life you wake up to every morning?

In episode 8, Erica talks to Michelle Varghoose, a podcaster and writer, about leaving corporate sales to pursue creative endeavors.

Michelle discusses the mindset shift required when moving from a corporate setting to being a creator. She highlights what you need to dream big and overcome your fears.

Michelle offers a quick way to get started on your Me Bet journey.

To find out more about Michelle:

https://michellevarghoose.substack.com/

Listen to Michelle’s podcast,  Build a Wealthy Spirit, at:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-a-wealthy-spirit/id1551186349

https://www.buildawealthyspirit.com/

Michelle mentioned:

Small Bets –created by Daniel Vassallo

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https://themebet.com/

How do you restore your courage to get over your perfectionism and just start? How do you arrange your work schedule so it doesn’t seep into your personal time? How can your vulnerability open a door to connection?

In episode 7, Erica talks to Jennie Johnson, an entrepreneur and digital nomad, about the transition from working a corporate job to being a business owner. She describes what helped her to connect with her audience and how she sets boundaries to prevent burnout. Additionally, she opens up about the personal challenges she dealt with and how she overcame them. Jennie also outlines the 4 steps to take when getting started on a Me Bet.

Find out more about Jennie at:

https://www.thejjadventures.com/

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In episode 6, Erica talks to Mark Bloom, a successful LA actor, writer and photographer, about being dedicated to whatever you decide to do. Mark discusses the number one thing you must do in all of your pursuits. He talks about the challenges of betting on yourself and what success feels like to him. He also shares some great advice as you’re going through your Me Bet journey.

To see Mark’s tv and movie credits, go to:

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0089200/

To view and buy Mark’s photography prints, go to:

https://www.markbloomphotography.com/

Get in contact with Mark at:

[email protected]

Mark mentioned:

Mark Bloom - Life in a Ride: Stories of a Son, Actor and L.A. Uber Driver

Netflix - Abstract: The Art of Design

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What opportunities can you create for yourself when you welcome experimentation? How can you enjoy the process without focusing on the outcome?

In episode 5, Erica talks to Miche Priest, an entrepreneur and co-founder for hire, about trying new things and embracing the experimentation process. Miche shares the most important piece of advice that her coach taught her. She also outlines her unique framework for getting unstuck.

Get in contact with Miche on Twitter:

https://twitter.com/MichePriest

To learn more about Unstuck in 15: https://www.unstuckin15.com/

Miche Mentioned:

Hal Gregersen–Questions Are the Answer: A Breakthrough Approach To Your Most Vexing Problems At Work and In Life.

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Are you ready for a career reinvention but you don’t know where to start? Do you want to do something different with your life but thinking about the unknowns prevents you from getting started?

In this episode, Erica talks to Ingo Rauth Ph.D., a professor and entrepreneur, about how he didn’t let his personal struggles hold him back from accomplishing a major goal.

Learn how to uncover the three sources of uncertainty when starting something new. Ingo offers an alternative way to approach challenges. He brilliantly highlights the two keys you need when betting on yourself and outlines two examples of small bets you can do when starting out.

- Get in contact with Ingo at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingorauth

- Follow Ingo's work at:

https://schoolofbecoming.substack.com/

- Ingo mentioned:

Daniel Vassallo – Small Bets

Julia Cameron–The Artist’s Way

Michael Michalowicz–Clockwork:Design Your Business To Run Itself

Chip Heath & Dan Heath–Made To Stick: Why Some Ideas Thrive and Others Die

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Why do we have to do scary, uncomfortable things in order to get what we want?

Erica talks to Rob Roseman, a divorced dad of 3, former trader and poker player turned entrepreneur, about how doing scary things gets you closer to where you want to be in life. Rob emphasizes how you must do uncomfortable things to win. He outlines the mindset that is required to bet on yourself and highlights one of the most important skills you can learn in life.

Get in contact with Rob at: https://www.wtfdivorce.com/

Listen to Rob’s podcast, WTF Divorce Podcast at: https://www.podpage.com/wtf-divorce/

Rob mentioned:

• Daniel Kahneman–Thinking Fast & Slow
• Steven Pressfield–The War of Art
• Neville Medhora–Copywriting Course
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How can you stop getting sucked into the hustle culture and get clear on what you really want out of life?

What does it take to live a more inspired life?

Erica talks to Anfernee Chansamooth, a marketing consultant and podcaster, about a catastrophic event that made him reevaluate his life and bet on himself.

Anf realizes that part of the Me Bet is that you’re taking full responsibility for your own destiny.

He discusses the hidden cost of chasing fast growth and how to deal with burnout.

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Dealing with challenges is never easy--no matter if they are life or career related. They are just a part of life. But, we all have different ways in which we deal with them. 

In this episode, Erica talks to Dan McDermott, an entrepreneur and tech executive, about how he bet on himself in both his career and in life. Dan is no stranger to challenges and setbacks. He discusses how he handled them and offers a refreshing perspective on how you should process them. He talks about the 5 ways to prevent burnout and gives advice on getting started with your me bet journey.

Connect with Dan McDermott at:

https://twitter.com/danmcdme

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https://themebet.com

This podcast is about enhancing your life and career by betting on yourself. You don’t need to wait until you’re retired before you live the type of life that you want. You can have that right now by taking small bets.

I interview people who decided to bet on themselves. They share the good, the bad and the downright ugly. It's a transparent and honest discussion about taking risks, overcoming challenges, resilience, burnout and success.

This show features guest interviews with entrepreneurs, employees, side hustlers and stay at home parents who share their me bet journeys.