Keep Hustling

In this episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with Phil Risher to explore his journey from humble beginnings to scaling successful home service businesses. Drawing on his experience as a local DMV entrepreneur, Phil shares how community roots, strong systems, and the shift from hands-on hustler to strategic leader fueled his growth. The conversation dives into proven strategies for scal...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with Phil DePaul to discuss the journey from backyard wrestling in Staten Island to building successful home service businesses. Phil DePaul shares insights on embracing your uniqueness, staying authentic, and channeling relentless drive, what he calls "Boom Zeal." The conversation covers the challenges and rewards of the home services indus...

In this episode, host Aaron Gordon sits down with US Martial Arts Hall of Famer Chris Harris to explore the mindset and discipline required for real personal and professional success. Chris shares his remarkable journey from a tough childhood in Dayton, Ohio, to becoming an elite trainer for Special Forces. He stresses that mental toughness matters far more than physical ability. Chris explains ho...

In this energizing episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon welcomes Justin Goodbread to explore the roots of grit, the power of strong family values, and the importance of relentless execution in business and life. Justin shares his journey from humble beginnings on a dirt road in rural Georgia, where his father's tough love and leadership forged his mindset and drive. The conversation highlig...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with Sacha Awwa. Sacha is a dynamic entrepreneur with a multicultural background that spans Sweden, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Texas, New York, and now Miami. She shares her unique journey growing up as an expat, her drive to break free from conformity, and what inspired her to leave a successful C-suite role to launch her own marketing agenc...

In this powerful episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with Ken Miller, who shares his remarkable journey from a challenging upbringing and foster care in Anchorage, Alaska, to Ivy League achievement and a successful corporate career. Ken opens up about his battles with addiction, multiple incarcerations, and periods of homelessness, offering a raw look at the pain and consequences of h...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with David Nassief, who openly shares his remarkable journey from being fired at age 63 with nearly nothing in the bank to achieving financial freedom by 69. David discusses the hard lessons from failed businesses, mounting debt, and the challenge of redefining personal success. He explores the emotional toll of sudden career loss, the stead...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with Mel C, the creator of the Six Figure Chicks movement and a big advocate for women owning their stories and successes. They talk about how tough it can be for women to talk openly about money and celebrate their wins, the real power of storytelling, and why documenting your personal journey matters - both for your own growth and for insp...

In this inspiring episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with entrepreneur and author Bob Campana to talk about resilience, adaptability, and building businesses that are rooted in real human connection. Bob shares his journey from humble beginnings - vowing never to struggle financially after hearing his parents argue about money - to starting a multimillion-dollar pool and landscaping...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon speaks with former Australian detective Craig Semple about his journey from dreaming of marine biology to a 25-year law enforcement career in New South Wales. Craig shares gripping stories from his time combating organized crime and homicides. He also opens up about the psychological toll of police work, including his struggles with PTSD, burnout...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with Chelsea Noel, a writer with a master's in mental health counseling and a background in crime scene technology. Chelsea Noel shares her remarkable journey from returning to college at 26 to pursuing a thesis on a notorious Buffalo serial killer, Altimio Sanchez, known as the Bike Path Rapist. She details building a pen pal relations...

In this powerful episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with Craig Sotkovsky : human behavioralist, entrepreneur, 9/11 volunteer responder, cancer survivor, and father. Craig shares his harrowing experience volunteering at Ground Zero, the profound impact on his health, and his remarkable journey of personal reinvention. He opens up about how pain can either fragment or forge a person, t...

In this powerful episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with Matt Melvin to explore his transformative journey from incarceration to personal growth and spiritual awakening. Matt Melvin opens up about the realities of federal prison, the pain of lifelong bullying, and how facing his deepest struggles, including an adult autism diagnosis, fueled his self-forgiveness and faith. Through adv...

In this episode, Aaron Gordon welcomes Jay Conner, a private money expert, who shares how the 2009 banking crisis forced him to seek alternative funding for his real estate deals. Jay explains his pivot from traditional bank loans to private money and how educating ordinary people about lending enabled him to raise over $2 million in just 90 days. The conversation covers common misconceptions abou...

In this lively episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon chats with Amy Hager, founder of the Joyful Business Revolution.  Amy Hager shares her unique journey from childhood go-kart racer in Iowa to radio DJ and now entrepreneur, highlighting the hustler's spirit that shaped her career. The conversation dives deep into redefining "hustle", focusing on finding joy, building community, and persona...

In this episode, host Aaron Gordon sits down with franchise advisor Adam Goldman to demystify the world of franchising. Adam shares his journey from owning and scaling a cleaning franchise to becoming a franchise coach who helps others find their perfect business match.  They break down common myths: like the belief that franchises are limited to fast food or that you need to be a multimillionaire...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with Eric Hawkins, who left behind a 3,000-square-foot home for a tiny living lifestyle and never looked back. They unpack the pivotal moments behind Eric's decision, the transformative impact it had on his finances, relationships, and sense of freedom, and how simplicity can actually fuel a stronger hustle. Eric shares insights from hi...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with Dr. André Walton , a multi-patented inventor, entrepreneur, and creativity coach. Dr. Walton shares how his upbringing fueled his creative drive, leading to innovations used by icons like Elton John and Frank Sinatra. The conversation explores the importance of creativity, how modern life often stifles our natural curiosity, and th...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon welcomes Carrie West, a narrative coach and author, to explore how personal stories shape our lives and career paths. Carrie West shares her journey from humble beginnings to discovering the power of rewriting her own story, a concept she now helps others embrace. The conversation delves into the importance of awareness, breaking patterns, and updatin...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with Kyle Bailey, an Austin-based entrepreneur whose journey spans from lumberjack and tradesman to digital marketing agency owner. Kyle Bailey shares how his hands-on beginnings in the trades prepared him for a pivotal career shift into online marketing after the 2009 housing crash. The conversation dives deep into the impact of AI on the t...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon sits down with Kyle Bailey, an Austin-based entrepreneur whose journey spans from lumberjack and tradesman to digital marketing agency owner. Kyle Bailey shares how his hands-on beginnings in the trades prepared him for a pivotal career shift into online marketing after the 2009 housing crash. The conversation dives deep into the impact of AI on the t...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with Morgan Murray, a financial advisor who specializes in divorce financial planning. Morgan Murray shares her personal journey from early marriage and divorce to rebuilding her life and career, highlighting the importance of financial literacy and open communication in relationships. The conversation explores why so many people avoid...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with podcast coach Erik Johnson to explore the art of pursuing your passion and sharing your story through podcasting. Erik Johnson discusses his journey from hustling as a young magician to building a business helping others leverage podcasts for personal and professional growth. The conversation dives into mastering trust, building au...

On this episode of Keep Hustling, Aaron Gordon welcomes Joseph Binelli, a Brooklyn-based entrepreneur with roots in Georgian culture and the custom kitchen cabinet industry. Joseph Binelli shares how his passion for food and family shaped his unique path from an aspiring chef to an expert in kitchen design, emphasizing the importance of kitchens as communal spaces that bring people together. The c...

In this episode of Keep Hustling, host Aaron Gordon sits down with photographer Tyler Caisse for an inspiring look at what it means to build a career behind the lens. Tyler shares how his journey started in high school, finding passion and purpose in photography as an escape and later a vocation, especially during the challenges of Covid and personal struggles. He opens up about the unique mindset...