Blaze Your Own Trail

In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza interviews Lucas Else, who shares his remarkable journey from a troubled youth involved in a drug ring to a successful entrepreneur in the window cleaning industry. Lucas discusses the impact of sports on his mindset, the importance of intentionality in sales, and how overcoming adversity has shaped his approach to business....

In this episode, Ankur Garg shares his inspiring journey from a diverse background to becoming a marketing expert and entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of adaptability, emotional intelligence, and consistent effort in achieving success. Key Topics Ankur Garg's background and journey The importance of adaptability in business Emotional intelligence and self-awareness Content creation tips f...

In this inspiring interview, Kevin Smith shares his journey from corporate success to founding Smith Wealth Advisory Group and Kindness Worldwide. Discover how acts of kindness can transform lives, influence society, and create a global culture of compassion. Key Topics Kevin Smith's personal journey and values The impact of kindness on society and individuals Practical ways to foster kindness in...

In this episode, Jordan Mendoza interviews Gini Trask about her journey from a family of entrepreneurs, overcoming setbacks, and building a successful travel business to five million dollars. They discuss the importance of organic visibility, podcasting, resilience, and community in business growth. Key Topics Building a sustainable business that is good for your nervous system The importance of o...

In this inspiring interview, Tom Krol shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful real estate coach and entrepreneur. Discover key insights on handling pressure, the importance of fundamentals, and how adversity can be turned into advantage.  Key Topics Tom Krol's early life and challenges The importance of handling pressure in business Fundamentals and basics for...

In this episode, Minesh Baxi shares his inspiring journey from India to the US, his insights on education, career skills, and parenting, and details about upcoming events for aspiring speakers and entrepreneurs. Key Topics Minesh Baxi's childhood in India and move to the US The importance of skills over degrees in today's world The value of growth mindset versus fixed mindset Parenting strategies...

In this episode, Dr. Jen Thomas shares her inspiring journey from childhood in Buffalo to becoming a leadership speaker and author. She discusses the importance of human connection, embracing life's ups and downs, and redefining pathways into the workforce. Key topics Journey from childhood to leadership The importance of human connection in work and life Redefining pathways into the workforce and...

In this episode, Steve Walsh, known as the hands-on angel, shares his journey from a successful corporate career to becoming an entrepreneur and investor. He discusses lessons learned from sports, leadership, building teams, managing multiple business units, and the importance of authenticity and bold outreach in business growth. Key Topics Steve Walsh's background and journey from corporate to en...

In this inspiring interview, Kaleb and Kyler Cook share their journey from small-town Illinois to becoming filmmakers with a faith-driven mission. They discuss their creative process, the importance of community, and how their faith shapes their work, culminating in the of their recently released impactful film 'Just One More' which has won several awards in multiple categories   Takeaways -C...

Jordan Mendoza sits down with Eddie Konialian, co-founder of Netwrk. VIP, for a conversation about resilience, leadership, and why networking should be measured by generosity, not extraction. Eddie shares how growing up in Beirut during the civil war, immigrating to Los Angeles, and building his career in finance shaped his belief that real success comes from helping other people win. They discuss...

In this episode, Chef Andres Hinojosa shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful chef and mentor. Discover how adversity shaped his life, his passion for food, and his mission to empower other chefs to succeed.   Key topics Chef Andres' childhood and early influences Overcoming adversity and personal challenges The founding of Dinner with a Chef and Che...

Jeff and Debb share their inspiring journey from hardship to living full-time on a cruise ship, emphasizing the power of resilience, faith, and community impact. Their story highlights overcoming adversity and building a life of purpose and impact. Key Topics Jeff and Debb's background and childhood stories The decision to live full-time on a cruise ship The role of faith and community in overcomi...

In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza speaks with Marcy Axelrod, who shares her journey of overcoming stuttering and how it shaped her understanding of human connection and compassion. Marcy discusses the importance of showing up authentically in life, the continuum of presence, and how art serves as a powerful medium for expression and community engagement. She...

Jordan Mendoza sits down with Marques Ogden for a wide-ranging conversation about reinvention, podcasting, business development, and resilience. Marques shares how he went from NFL player to entrepreneur, then rebuilt his career through speaking, coaching, consulting, and his podcast Get Authentic with Marques Ogden. They also dig into how podcasting can create real business opportunities, why con...

Jordan Mendoza sits down with Lee Walker, founder of Daily Driver Consulting, to unpack how psychology, sports, international experience, and hands-on accounting work shaped his approach to helping small businesses improve profit. Lee shares how he went from Maryland to Maastricht, learned to see business through a people first lens, and built a model centered on finding leaks, improving systems,...

Join Jordan Mendoza as he interviews Dani Lynn Robison, a successful entrepreneur who shares her inspiring journey from music to real estate and business. Discover valuable insights on building wealth, overcoming challenges, and scaling multiple companies.  Key Topics Journey from music to real estate Building multiple businesses Importance of mentorship and coaching Scaling through strategic inve...

In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza interviews René Remsik, a content creator and entrepreneur from Slovakia. René shares his journey from an introverted child to a successful content creator with millions of followers. He discusses the importance of competitiveness learned from sports, the value of networking, and how to navigate social media for content creat...

Join us as Alan Seales shares his extraordinary journey from childhood in New Orleans to a diverse career spanning theater, technology, and Broadway production. Discover lessons on teamwork, resilience, and the power of creativity in navigating career shifts and building impactful projects. Key topics Career transitions from sports to tech to theater The importance of teamwork and trust Leveraging...

Sharon Oliphant shares her inspiring journey from a large homeschooling family to becoming a faith-based film producer and actress. Discover how she overcame fears, took risks, and stayed true to her calling in the competitive film industry, all while balancing family and faith. Key  topics Journey from homeschooling to acting and filmmaking The importance of faith and risk-taking in career decisi...

In this episode, Cherif Medawar shares his inspiring journey from hotel management in Switzerland and the US to becoming a successful real estate investor and educator. Discover his proven strategies for building wealth through commercial real estate, networking, and innovative deal-making techniques. Topics: Cherif Medawar's journey from hospitality to real estate The importance of networking and...

Jordan Mendoza interviews David Packouz, the real-life inspiration behind the movie War Dogs, exploring his journey from religious upbringing to government contracting success. Discover how David leveraged his entrepreneurial spirit, navigated legal challenges, and now teaches others to win government contracts through his War Dogs Academy. Key topics David's background and early life The story be...

Linda Kim shares her inspiring journey from corporate tech to successful Airbnb arbitrage and coaching. Discover actionable strategies, mindset shifts, and tips to accelerate your side hustle into a thriving business. Key  topics Airbnb arbitrage strategy Mindset and overcoming fear Design as a profit driver Automation for passive income Scaling and partnership in real estate Takeaways Investing i...

In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza interviews Ryan D. Lee, who shares his journey from a troubled youth to a successful entrepreneur and financial coach. Ryan discusses his philosophy on money, the importance of financial freedom, and how he helps others achieve their goals in a constrained timeframe. He emphasizes the significance of being present in family l...

Join us as Lahna Turner shares her inspiring journey from a shy kid with learning disabilities to a successful comedian, filmmaker, and advocate. Discover how her experiences with trauma, addiction, and resilience shaped her path and her latest projects, including a documentary and a comic series that honor her late husband Ralphie May and inspire others. Topics Journey from childhood to comedy Im...

Summary In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza speaks with Greg Bennick, a professional speaker and entertainer, about his journey from a young juggler to a successful entrepreneur. Greg shares his early experiences that shaped his passion for performance and connection, the evolution of his marketing strategies over the decades, and the importance of authenticity...