Working For A Dream

Mehdi was born and raised in Morocco. However, he's always been drawn to the United States to further his career because of the countless opportunities it provides. He went to great lengths to make his dream come true. Things didn't appear to be simple for him at first, given his humble beginnings and the fact that English was not his native tongue. He, on the other hand, viewed every problem as an opportunity to learn and persevered until he built a name for himself.

Mehdi Kouchtaf is now the Branch Manager / Sr. Loan Officer at Open Mortgage, LLC. Whether you're wanting to buy a new house, refinance an existing one, or get a reverse mortgage, Mehdi and his crew can assist you to the best of their abilities. He's also the author of Foreigner in My Own World, a book about his wonderful experiences and accomplishments, as well as the struggles and setbacks that have pushed him closer to his professional goals.

In this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast, Mehdi tells Patrick about his struggles and lessons learned along the way that led to his success. Your guest also discusses his business in-depth, including how they operate and what they aim to achieve in the future. Despite the challenges, Mehdi was always willing to give his heart and soul to anything he undertook. Listen in to learn how to conquer every obstacle your mind throws your way in life.

What You Will Learn:

• • How Mehdi overcame every stumbling block in his way while attempting to establish himself in a distant nation.
  • What invaluable insights he picked up along the route to a successful career.
  • Why he thinks you should put out your best effort in whatever you do.
  • And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"You have to be the greatest at anything you do, and that, you know, instilled in me a strong work ethic."

- Mehdi Kouchtaf

How To Get Involved:

Visit the Website to learn more about Mehdi, his work, and his book. You can also connect with him on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.

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John has been through a lot in his life that could possibly make you jump out of your skin. However, he says, "I'm glad I went through the pain and suffering I did back then because it makes my business route a lot simpler."Nothing frightens him any longer, and that's the mentality you'll need if you want to take your business beyond your comfort zone.

John Highley is a Marketing Specialist. He is a coach and the best-selling author of the book called, Marketing Savage: True Wealth. True Health. True Life. The tactical marketing methods he lays forth in his book will alter your life. The host of the Marketing Revolution Podcast is also a frequent speaker on stage. He is a loving spouse and a proud parent in addition to being an entrepreneur. His list of achievements is seemingly endless.

In this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast, John takes Patrick on a journey through his past life, showing him how he had to battle his way through it. His story illustrates it doesn't matter where you start since hard work, passion, and commitment will always win out. Whether you're a service-based company or a worldwide influencer, John Highley, aka The Marketing Savage, has the expertise to take your business to new heights.

What You Will Learn:

• What life experiences have made John resilient enough to withstand any adversity.
• Why he was put in prison.
• How his dreadful past life subsequently turned out to be beneficial for him.
• Why, despite being a successful entrepreneur, he was drawn down the wrong road.
• How to shift from a scarcity to an abundance mindset.
• And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"I devote a lot of time to restoring my energy and focusing on becoming a benefit rather than a detriment to people's lives."

• John Highley

How To Get Involved:

This is a link to John's Website, where you may learn more about him and his work. You may also find him on social media sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Here's another link to the Amazon page where you may order a copy of his book.

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"I was one of the top sales reps in the company," Chris recounts, "and I went from making six figures to making nothing." His youngest daughter had barely been 6 days old when he was downsized. He was at a loss for what to do next with his wife and three daughters. Nothing changed, though, until he accepted responsibility for his situation and began taking actions to improve it.

Chris Clear, also called "The Credit Card Guy" now works as a Sales Manager for Atlantic Merchant Services, a credit card processing company that caters to Community Banks and their commercial clientele. He is also the Founder and President of Clear Storage Group LLC. Besides being an entrepreneur, he's a coach and podcaster.

Patrick and Chris discuss Chris' incredible past, his enterprises, their Apex adventure, and the value of self-development in this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast. You can't skip listening to this show if you're searching for someone to show you the ropes when it comes to credit card processing or managing and automating your self-storage business. Your guest has a plethora of information to give. Take a notepad with you so you don't miss anything.

What You Will Learn:

• How Chris re-started his career after losing everything.
• What you should know about working in the self-storage industry.
• Why mindset is your most powerful weapon.
• And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"From my perspective, if you don't have a positive self-image or a positive mindset, no one can repair it for you; you must do it yourself and take accountability."

- Chris Clear

How To Get Involved:

You can learn more about Chris by visiting his Website or connecting with him on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook.

Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Matty was hustling his travel service on the side before an injury cost him his regular job as a paramedic. He launched his full-time business career from there, and at one point, he declared that he'd never work for anybody else again.

Matthew Kondrup, better known as Matty K, is currently the President and CEO of the award-winning Matty K Travel Group. They create destination weddings, family vacations, corporate retreats, and a variety of other trips to help people fulfill their dreams. He transitioned to the tourism sector after almost two decades on the police force, initially to help other first responders unwind and holiday away from the everyday grind of what they do. He and his staff now service a wide spectrum of customers and have a network of more than 40 independent travel advisors around the country.

Patrick delves into Matty's extraordinary turnaround from paramedic to entrepreneur in this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast. Your guest explains the ins and outs of his travel business so you may enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience while arranging a vacation with them. Learn how to "travel like a boss" by tuning in.

What You Will Learn:

• • Why it's essential to hire a professional travel advisor while planning a trip.
  • What challenge Matty had to face on his way to becoming an entrepreneur.
  • How he began investing in self-development and how significant it is to him.
  • And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"I'll only send you to a place where I'd send my wife, kids, and other family members too – a location that's ideal for us because if it isn't right for us, it couldn't be right for you."

• Matthew Kondrup

How To Get Involved:

Matty is on LinkedIn and Instagram. You may also find more information about his company, Matty K Travel Group, on this Website.

Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

What if you had complete control over your body? It'll be indeed an amazing feeling! One of the goals of biohacking is to achieve this, and there are various methods for doing so.

The word "biohacking" refers to a range of activities that revolve around using technology, biology, holistic research, and personal trials to improve your health and life. In today's audio, Brett explains the topic and its benefits in layman's terms.

In addition to being an entrepreneur and yoga instructor, Brett Harmeling is a biohacker who strongly believes in this practice. He is now a Vice President at Rockspring, a private equity real estate firm, as well as a Partner of SeekerPitch, a proprietary talent discovery platform that links jobseekers and companies. Brett is passionate about living life to the fullest and helping others do the same.

In this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast, Brett walks Patrick through his intriguing career path, in which he, like your host, pivoted into many enterprises. Your guest talks at length about biohacking, including red-light therapy, contrast therapy, and other techniques. He discusses the advantages of each, how he came to be interested in them, and his personal healing experience. Listen in to find out more.

What You Will Learn:

• • What biohacking your body entails.
  • Why it is significant in today's world.
  • How it works to aid people in their recovery.
  • Why Brett is a firm believer in it.
  • How biohacking differs from conventional medicine.
  • And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"Biohacking is as easy as pausing for five minutes during a busy day, closing your eyes, turning off all lights and devices, and just restoring the body to its origin so that you can make better decisions."

• Brett Harmeling

How To Get Involved:

Connect with Brett on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

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What's preventing you from achieving your maximum potential? Fear of the unknown and failure could be the primary concerns. However, you'll never know what you'll learn or achieve unless you push yourself out of your comfort zone and do something that terrifies you!

Justin committed to being the greatest version of himself no matter how many pathways he had to travel or how long it took him to get there. His strong desire, relentless efforts, and some massive moves helped him fulfill his dream. He turned his passion for huge trucks into a grandiose goal of owning his own custom truck shop, starting out of his garage.

Justin Schoener is the owner and operator at Outlaw Off-Road of Texas. They specialize in all things pertaining to trucks. He also operates Thomaston River Retreat short-term vacation rentals in Thomaston, Texas. Knowing a lot about his industry, he's now aiming to teach individuals in this field to empower them, and he'll be starting a Facebook group shortly.

Justin shares his extraordinary journey and all of the hurdles he overcame to successfully establish his business with Patrick in this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast. As Apex members, both your guest and host have a lot to say about how much they value every moment they spend with "the masterminds" in that space and why they put self-development above everything else in life. Learn how to take big steps toward attaining your goals in life, by listening in.

What You Will Learn:

• What processes Justin had put in place that led to his company's success.
• How Justin differs from other business owners in this industry when it comes to dealing with customers.
• Why joining the Apex family has transformed his life forever.
• How he aims to motivate others.
• And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"I want to tell people that no matter what happens in my life, I'm still standing and that I'm here to be a beacon of light for everyone around me."

- Justin Schoener

How To Get Involved:

You can learn more about Justin and his company by visiting his Website or by connecting with him on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.

Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Arne launched four Facebook groups, all of which were doomed to fail before his fifth one took off and swelled to over 80,000 members. "The first four taught me a lot about what not to do," he acknowledges, "and the fifth and beyond helped me grasp what I should truly stick to.". After mastering all of the fundamentals, he's now a pro.

While Arne is on the show today, there's no better time than now to learn how to leverage Facebook groups to help your business thrive. His strategies will undoubtedly assist you in becoming an expert if you're ready to take a plunge. He helps entrepreneurs create raving communities around their businesses that develop on autopilot and attract targeted leads and customers using the power of Facebook groups and organic marketing tactics.

Arne Giske, a "digital nomad," is a course creator, traveler, and digital product launch agency owner who leads The Millennial Entrepreneur Community, which has reached 80K global members. He has sold 7 figures of products, services, and software using Facebook groups in just 2.5 years. Also, being a founder of the iNSIDER iNVESTORS CLUB, he has accomplished a great deal at quite a young age.

In this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast, Arne walks Patrick through his entrepreneurial journey before delving into the specifics of starting a Facebook group, growing it, monetizing it, and reaping the rewards. He's dropped a ton of value for the listeners today. If you truly want to develop your Facebook groups, build an engaging community, and generate quality leads and revenue, in record time, tune in right now.

What You Will Learn:

• • How Arne came to know the power of Facebook groups.
  • Why it is so important for him to travel all the time and how that helps him as an entrepreneur.
  • What you should do to effectively organize a Facebook group and avoid common mistakes.
  • How the idea for a club that brings individuals together to make investments occur to him.
  • And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"I'm just always about experiencing life to the fullest."

- Arne Giske

How To Get Involved:

Find more information about Arne and his work by clicking here, or you can connect with him on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Know more about the iNSIDER iNVESTORS CLUB by clicking here.

Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

There is no greater happiness or fulfillment than to make a difference in someone's life. Kevin's roofing firm is more often known as "a self-development company" that strives to improve the lives of people who come into contact with it.

Like many others, Kevin started his business with a vision and a lot of hard work. He does, however, hold a unique role in his firm, unlike most roofing company proprietors. He has focused on putting together a team to handle day-to-day operations so that he can work ON the business and develop new leaders. "I want everyone who comes to my company to get more life skills so that when they leave, they can take what they've learned and apply it to whatever they want to do," he says.

Kevin Barrelle is the CEO and Founder of Barrelle Roofing, a full-service roofing company with more than 22 years of expertise in delivering high-quality roofing solutions. He also owns a property investment company. He's a fitness freak and an active hunter, in addition to being a business coach and motivational speaker.

In this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast, Patrick and Kevin talk about Kevin's journey, his business career, and the challenges he overcame to get to where he is now. Tune in for another inspiring podcast that'll help you reach your goals while also having a great impact on others.

What You Will Learn:

• • How Kevin got started in the roofing industry, and how supportive his wife was throughout his career.
  • What obstacles he had to overcome in the early stages of his business.
  • How he generated leads for his business.
  • Why he puts so much emphasis on developing more leaders in his firm.
  • How he balances his several business pursuits.
  • And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"Seeing someone's life entirely transformed, not because of the paychecks they receive, but because of their growth and maturity, is far more rewarding."

- Kevin Barrelle

How To Get Involved:

Find more about Kevin through the Website, or you can connect with him on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.

Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

What is it like to lose a loved one forever? The pain and sadness will never go away completely, and they may paralyze you emotionally and physically, bringing your life to a standstill. However, life is not going to stop for anything. So, instead of wallowing in misery, you must learn to cope with and overcome the situation.

Patrick lost both of his parents in under 60 days. He lost his mom unexpectedly in September. His dad's been battling cancer for the past four years, and he breathed his last recently, this past Tuesday, in front of his kids and loved ones. As Patrick recounts, "It's one of the most surreal experiences that you can live." His life came to a grinding halt, and he became powerless. Nothing started improving until he took responsibility and began working on resetting his mind and refocusing on the goals he's yet to accomplish in life.

In this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast, Patrick is here to empower you and offer you the tools to deal with any unexpected sadness or loss in your life.

"This will not be your forever situation," your host assures you. He is a living proof to tell you "how you can change your environment once you change yourself." Listen in to hear more about how to pick yourself up when life is falling apart.

What You Will Learn:

• How Patrick is dealing with the crisis in his life at the moment.
• Why he is so strongly determined to make a comeback.
• What he learned from his father.
• How to reconnect with your goals.
• And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"Working for your dream is a never-ending pursuit."

• Patrick Bolanos

How To Get Involved:

Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

What's the best investment that you can ever make? "Nothing is more important than investing in your personal growth," Jose says, and by doing so, he discovered his true calling in life.

Jose Bolanos is a coach, speaker, and podcaster. He is Patrick's brother and is here to share his wisdom on the show today. After seeing significant changes in his own life, his purpose is now to help as many people as possible live better lives through his coaching and training programs. He is committed to teaching leaders and entrepreneurs how to maximize their potential and effect major, long-term transformations to live a meaningful life in a complex and uncertain world.

In this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast, Patrick and Jose take you back in time to share some of the amazing experiences they've had together. They also discuss how they strived to become their best selves and started living a life of significance. Listen in to learn how living your purpose will undoubtedly bring you joy and a sense of personal fulfillment.

What You Will Learn:

• What transformations Jose went through in his life.
• Why personal development is the best investment you'll ever make in life.
• How living by a set of core values transformed Patrick's life.
• What kind of coaching and training sessions Jose offers to people.
• How to connect to your life's purpose.
• And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"If you want to scale your business, you got to scale yourself."

• Jose Bolanos

How To Get Involved:

Follow Jose on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. You can find more about him through the Website here.

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