Jon Emery

Life's Checkmark: Life Stories To Encourage and Inspire You

Society EN ↓ 198 episodes

Life's Checkmark shares inspirational life stories of personal growth, resilience, and entrepreneurial grit hosted by Jon Emery. Each episode features real people overcoming challenges, building something meaningful, or working to become their best selves. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a personal development junkie, or someone seeking motivation to grow, this podcast is for you. The mission is for everyone to know they are not alone and to inspire and encourage others to keep moving forward, no matter what they are going through. Know that someone else has been there, and you can us...

Author

Jon Emery

Category

Society

Podcast website

www.lifescheckmark.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Anxiety and Suicidal Thoughts: Rob Baugh's Brain Injury Has Purpose EP | 159 22.07.2025

Anxiety and Suicidal Thoughts: Rob Baugh's Brain Injury Has Purpose EP | 159 LCPodcast   In this episode of Life's Checkmark, I sit down with Rob for an honest talk about living with a traumatic brain injury and how it completely changed his life. Rob opens up about the struggles he faces from nonstop headaches to memory loss and depression and how support groups, music, and sharing his story beca...

Mindset, Sustainability, and Awakening: The Shocking Power of Saying Yes to Your True Calling with Anastasia Sheldon EP | 158 15.07.2025

Ready to start your podcast? Grab your free "Know Your Why For Podcasting" worksheet now and take the first step toward your dream podcast: https://www.lifescheckmark.com/freeresource     Mindset, Sustainability, and Awakening: The Shocking Power of Saying Yes to Your True Calling with Anastasia Sheldon  EP | 158    This episode of Life's Checkmark, I'm joined by Anastasia, an inspiring woman who...

Mental Health, Finding Your Path, and The Power of Gratitude with Stefan Walter EP | 157 08.07.2025

Mental Health, Finding Your Path, and The Power of Gratitude with Stefan Walter EP | 157 On this episode of Life's Checkmark, I sit down with Stefan Walter, business owner, father, podcaster, and mental health advocate. Stefan gets real about overcoming serious challenges, including bullying and a life-changing suicide attempt, and how those moments led him toward gratitude, helping others, and bu...

How To Truly Support Men's Mental Health After the Awareness Month Ends EP | 156 01.07.2025

How To Truly Support Men's Mental Health After the Awareness Month Ends EP | 156   In this special episode of Life's Checkmark, I'm taking a moment to highlight why Men's Mental Health Month shouldn't just be a "one and done" reminder. I open up about the ongoing struggles men face, inside and outside that dedicated month, and why it's so important to keep the conversation and support alive all ye...

How Faith, Forgiveness, and Lipstick Fueled Elena Rodriguez's Incredible Comeback EP | 155 24.06.2025

How Faith, Forgiveness, and Lipstick Fueled Elena Rodriguez's Incredible Comeback EP | 155   In this episode of Life's Checkmark, I sit down with Elena Rodriguez, also known as the Comeback Queen. We talk about her powerful journey through unexpected loss, heartbreak, and rebuilding her life from the ground up. From selling her belongings to start a lipstick business in her mom's recliner, to host...

Growth, Gratitude, and Pinball Machines: Richard Blank's Unconventional Leadership EP | 154 17.06.2025

Join Podcaster's Hub https://www.lifescheckmark.com/podcastershub Growth, Gratitude, and Pinball Machines: Richard Blank's Unconventional Leadership EP | 154 In this episode of Life's Checkmark, I chat with Richard Blank, the dynamic CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center. Richard's story goes from growing up in Philadelphia with a love for Spanish, all the way to building a thriving business in Costa Ri...

Escaping a Cult, Finding Purpose: Martha Kartaoui's Journey Through Hell & Toward Healing EP | 153 10.06.2025

Escaping a Cult, Finding Purpose: Martha's Journey Through Hell & Toward Healing EP | 153 In this episode of Life's Checkmark, I talk with Martha Kartaoui, an incredible woman who escaped a life of strict control and trauma in a religious cult. Together, we unpack Martha's brave journey and how she found the strength to break free, face her past, and use her story to help others heal. Martha opens...

From Setbacks to Big Wins: Why Missing Out Could Actually Change Your Life EP | 152 02.06.2025

From Setbacks to Big Wins: Why Missing Out Could Actually Change Your Life EP | 152 In this episode of Life's Checkmark, I'm sharing my recent adventure from Pennsylvania to Texas, where I overcame setbacks and made new friends along the way. From a pulled calf muscle and a busted car to meeting amazing people I'd only known online, I reveal the ups and downs, the power of in-person connection, an...

From Corporate Layoff to Coaching Success: Audrey Dendy-Hightower's Inspiring Leap EP | 151 27.05.2025

From Corporate Layoff to Coaching Success: Audrey Dendy-Hightower's Inspiring Leap EP | 151 In this episode of Life's Checkmark, I sit down with Audrey Dendy-Hightower, a former Wall Street program manager turned mental health and life coach. After a 35-year corporate career and a life-changing layoff, Audrey shares how she found the courage to pursue her passion for coaching and speaking. We talk...

How Integrating Holistic Practices With Hands-On Therapy Changes Lives With Cara Marino EP | 150 20.05.2025

How Integrating Holistic Practices With Hands-On Therapy Changes Lives With Cara Marino EP | 150 In this episode of Life's Checkmark, I have a conversation with Cara Marino, a skilled occupational therapist and certified holistic herbalist, whose unique approach blends traditional therapy with the power of plant-based healing. Cara opens up about overcoming personal trauma, the drive to help other...

Sobriety, Faith, & Starting Over: Ivy Perez Shares Her Journey EP | 149 13.05.2025

Share with us your journey.  Email lifescheckmark@gmail.com and sign up for our podcast newsletter https://www.lifescheckmark.com   Sobriety, Faith, & Starting Over: Ivy Perez Shares Her Journey EP | 149 Ivy shared a lot of personal reflections during the episode.  She dived into faith that has lifted her up in new spirits over the past few years and changed her life and business. Be sure to liste...

Chasing Dreams One Step at a Time: Tiffany Simms on Mindset, Resilience & Entrepreneurship EP | 148 06.05.2025

Share with us your journey. Email lifescheckmark@gmail.com and sign up for our podcast newsletter https://www.lifescheckmark.com Chasing Dreams One Step at a Time: Tiffany Simms on Mindset, Resilience & Entrepreneurship EP | 148 In this episode of Life's Checkmark, I catch up with Tiffany Simms—a passionate coach, adventurer, and expert in embracing life one step at a time. Tiffany shares how a fa...

Unbreakable: How Charlotte Clark Healed From Heartbreak, Trauma, and Found Herself Again EP | 147 29.04.2025

Share with us your journey.  Email lifescheckmark@gmail.com and sign up for our podcast newsletter https://www.lifescheckmark.com   Unbreakable: How Charlotte Clark Healed From Heartbreak, Trauma, and Found Herself Again EP | 147 In this powerful episode of Life's Checkmark, I talk with Charlotte, a passionate coach and healer, about her personal story of rebuilding after loss, heartbreak, and tra...

How Entrepreneurs Build Confidence: Hailey Rowe's Steps to Success 22.04.2025

Join Podcaster's Hub built for podcasters and aspiring podcasters.  https://www.lifescheckmark.com/podcastershub   How Entrepreneurs Build Confidence: Hailey Rowe's Steps to Success EP | 146   In this episode of Life's Checkmark, I welcome Hailey Rowe—marketing and sales strategist, certified life coach, and host of the Health Coach Nation podcast. Hailey shares how her journey began as a teenager...

Overcoming Self-Doubt Building Confidence & Embracing Change w/ Nikki Gangemi EP | 145 15.04.2025

Join Podcaster's Hub https://www.lifescheckmark.com/podcastershub   Overcoming Self-Doubt Building Confidence & Embracing Change w/ Nikki Gangemi EP | 145 In this episode of Life's Checkmark, I have an engaging conversation with Nikki Gangemi, a dynamic coach dedicated to helping individuals transform self-doubt into self-assurance. Nikki opens up about her own transformative journey from an aspir...

Unlocking Financial Freedom: Leann Eden's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneur EP | 144 08.04.2025

Join Podcaster's Hub https://www.lifescheckmark.com/podcastershub    Unlocking Financial Freedom: Leann Eden's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneur EP | 144   In this episode, I welcome Leann Eden, a spirited financial advisor who transitioned from the corporate world to entrepreneurship. Leann shares her journey of becoming a financial advisor and the passion she has for impacting lives, especi...

Breaking Free: Daryl Dittmer on Addiction Recovery and Finding New Purpose EP | 143 01.04.2025

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Personal Growth Journey in Networking and Podcasting with Steve Ramona EP | 142 25.03.2025

Ready to elevate your podcasting game? Whether you're a podcaster, an aspiring podcaster, or a podcast guest enthusiast, the Podcaster's Hub is your go-to community! Click on the link to learn about the perks and become a member! ⁠⁠ https://www.lifescheckmark.com/podcastershub     Personal Growth Journey in Networking and Podcasting with Steve Ramona EP | 142   In this episode of Life's Checkmark,...

Empowering Kids: Michael Finan on Gun Violence & Giving Youth a Voice in Schools EP | 141 18.03.2025

Ready to elevate your podcasting game? Whether you're a podcaster, an aspiring podcaster, or a podcast guest enthusiast, the Podcaster's Hub is your go-to community! Click on the link to learn about the perks and become a member! ⁠⁠https://www.lifescheckmark.com/podcastershub   Empowering Kids: Michael Finin on Gun Violence & Giving Youth a Voice in Schools EP | 141   In this episode of Life's Che...

Embrace Change and Opportunity: The Journey of Jen Garrett EP | 140 11.03.2025

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Achieving Success: Olivia Atkin's Journey from Sports Management to Podcast Host EP | 139 04.03.2025

Ready to elevate your podcasting game? Whether you're a podcaster, aspiring podcaster, or podcast guest enthusiast, the Podcaster's Hub is your go-to community!  Click on the link to learn about all of the perks and Join!  ⁠⁠https://www.lifescheckmark.com/podcastershub Achieving Success: Olivia Atkin's Journey from Sports Management to Podcast Host EP | 139 On this episode of Life's Checkmark, we'...

Leap of Faith: Transform Your Life's Journey EP | 138 02.03.2025

Leap of Faith: Transform Your Life's Journey EP | 138 Join me for this inspiring episode of Life's Checkmark , where I share my compelling story of transformation and growth as an introvert stepping into the world of podcasting. Taking a leap of faith, I attended an event hosted by fellow podcaster Justin Schenck, a decision that became a pivotal moment in my life. In this episode, I reflect on my...

Navigating ADHD: Empowering Entrepreneurial Moms with Shaye Woodward's Insightful Strategies EP | 137 25.02.2025

Ready to elevate your podcasting game? Whether you're a podcaster, aspiring podcaster, or podcast guest enthusiast, the Podcaster's Hub is your go-to community!  Click on the link to learn about all of the perks and Join!  ⁠⁠ https://www.lifescheckmark.com/podcastershub     Navigating ADHD: Empowering Entrepreneurial Moms with Shaye Woodward's Insightful Strategies EP | 137   Shaye Woodward, an in...

Transform Your Life with Breathwork: Tackling Stress and Trauma with Tara Gush EP | 136 18.02.2025

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Is Time Your Enemy? Prioritize Your Health Today! Rachel Mateo Shares How EP | 135 11.02.2025

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