Surviving the Side Hustle

Send us a text What if getting laid off during the Great Recession became the catalyst for building your dream business? Lance Cayko, co-founder of F9 Productions, shares his remarkable journey from construction "gopher" at age 13 to running successful architecture, building, and development companies today. Growing up in rural North Dakota, Lance's entrepreneurial education began when his father'...

Send us a text What if the fastest path to growing your business isn't spending more on ads or mastering social media algorithms, but rather standing on stages and telling your story in a way that naturally attracts ideal clients?  Meet Dr. Danny Brassell, known as "Jim Carrey with a PhD," who has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide and authored 19 books. After losing everything in 2005 to a...

Send us a text What happens when the excitement of launching your side hustle transforms into the reality of running a full-time business? Our milestone 100th episode brings back three remarkable entrepreneurs to honestly answer this question and more. John Mendez returns to share his journey since that pivotal $20,000 launch day that allowed him to quit his restaurant job. With refreshing candor,...

Send us a text Zoraida Morales's journey from finance professional to cancer coach reveals a profound metamorphosis that will resonate with anyone facing life's seemingly insurmountable challenges. As a born-and-raised New Yorker who escaped generational poverty through relentless hustle, Zoraida had mastered the art of grinding her way to success—until a cancer diagnosis at age 45 forced her to c...

Send us a text From hospital bed to spiritual awakening, Holly Porter's entrepreneurial journey took an unexpected turn when COVID landed her in the hospital for 70 days with a million-dollar medical bill. What followed was extraordinary - out-of-body experiences, a near-death encounter, and a profound spiritual transformation that completely redirected her business path. Holly shares the remarkab...

Send us a text What happens when you realize you've been climbing the wrong ladder? Kenny Green's story is a powerful reminder that success without purpose leaves us empty. A finance professional with all the right credentials, Kenny found himself surrounded by passionate people at a dinner hosted by Alicia Keys, only to realize he couldn't articulate why he did what he did. That moment sparked a...

Send us a text Ever wonder what it takes to completely transform your life? In this riveting conversation, Rob sits down with Ngo Okafor, a two-time Golden Gloves boxing champion who pivoted from IT professional to renowned fitness entrepreneur after being laid off in New York City. Ngo shares the remarkable story of how he entered the boxing world at 31 years old with zero experience, facing humi...

Send us a text Ever wonder what happens when a Marine's discipline meets entrepreneurial fire...and then crashes into economic reality? Richard Walsh's story is the ultimate entrepreneurial rollercoaster. From swinging a pickaxe for $5 an hour to building an internationally recognized custom water feature and steel sculpture business, Richard's journey took an unexpected turn when the 2008 economi...

Send us a text What happens when your body betrays you despite doing everything "right"? For Diamandia, founder of the eponymous wellness brand, this crisis became the foundation for a transformative business helping thousands reclaim their health. After experiencing significant trauma, Diamandia found herself gaining weight despite extreme caloric restriction and four-hour daily workouts. "I was...

Send us a text Transforming your health isn't about knowing what to do—it's about consistently doing what you know. This powerful truth forms the foundation of my conversation with Esther Avant, a behavior change specialist who's been working in the wellness industry since 2006. As Esther explains, most of us have sufficient knowledge about exercise and nutrition. The real challenge lies in our co...

Send us a text Bill Korman transforms how we navigate life's most precious resource in this eye-opening exploration of time mastery. A Navy veteran of 20 years who simultaneously built multiple successful businesses, Korman reveals his revolutionary system—"The 168 Game"—that's helping entrepreneurs, athletes, and everyday people reclaim control of their 168 weekly hours. The conversation takes a...

Send us a text What happens when life throws your career plans completely off track? For Kevin Coleman, COVID-19's disruption of his broadcasting career became the unexpected catalyst for an entirely new professional journey—one that would leverage his communication skills in ways he never anticipated. Kevin's story begins with childhood broadcasting dreams, mimicking Yankees announcers while watc...

Send us a text Dr. Tamir Aldad takes us behind the scenes of his revolutionary approach to mental healthcare through Mindful Care, a network of mental health urgent care centers now operating in six states. As an addiction psychiatrist who saw patients waiting 6-8 weeks for critical care, Tamir identified a dangerous gap in treatment access and created a solution that's rapidly scaling across Amer...

Send us a text Ronek Patel transforms personal adversity into powerful life lessons in this captivating conversation about authenticity, emotional fulfillment, and his new book "I Am Not Your Boy." After receiving an HIV diagnosis at 19, Patel embarked on a journey of self-discovery through years of therapy, ultimately identifying four essential components everyone needs for emotional wholeness: l...

Send us a text Craig from Dacy Financial Coaching reveals his remarkable journey from burned-out fourth-grade teacher to thriving financial coach helping small business owners master cash flow management. What started as a side hustle born from personal passion became his full-time pursuit in 2017 - despite having a newborn at home and giving his wife a PowerPoint presentation to ease her concerns...

Send us a text Ready to transform your professional life and love Mondays again? Tammy Alvarez, founder of the Career Winner Circle, takes us through her remarkable journey from commanding a 2,000-person team across 36 countries as a Wall Street executive to starting her thriving coaching business from a tropical island off Belize. Tammy reveals the exact moment her corporate career became termina...

Send us a text A brutally honest conversation about what's wrong with modern charity work and how one Marine veteran is fixing it. Anthony, founder of Slice of Charity, Veterans Ally for Commerce, and co-owner of Frantoni's Pizzeria, reveals his radically different approach to charitable giving—one where organizations collaborate instead of compete. "Most organizations are just like 'oh, it's abou...

Send us a text We all carry energy that either drains us or fuels us forward - but how aware are you of which energy you're bringing to your leadership and life? Coach Mo joins us for a powerful exploration of energy leadership that will transform how you view your daily challenges. A former college football captain turned core energy leadership coach, Mo shares his journey from team leadership on...

Send us a text Discover the remarkable journey of JM, an accomplished entrepreneur who transitioned from the rigid confines of the corporate world to the liberating realms of entrepreneurship. Find out how his strengths in sales, leadership, and team-building powered him to build and sell three successful businesses. JM opens up about his personal transformation and how a book written for his sons...

Send us a text What if you could go from serving tables to serving as a top entrepreneur in just a few years? Meet Steve Werner, who did just that by leveraging the power of live events to build a multi-million dollar empire. This episode uncovers Steve's transformative experience at a Tony Robbins seminar that set him on a path from a waiter at Vail Resorts to a business mogul with over $50 milli...

Send us a text Personal style can be a game-changer, and nobody knows this better than our guest, Celeste Moore. She's the certified image consultant who takes an innovative approach, blending personality DNA with a four by four color analysis to help entrepreneurs find their unique style. Celeste opens up about her journey into the world of image consulting, inspired by a simple suggestion from h...

Send us a text Lorraine Ball joins us to share her remarkable transition from the corporate world to the thrilling realm of entrepreneurship. Ever wondered how a project tracking system could become your business’s secret weapon? Lorraine reveals how this simple tool not only organized her growing consulting and design business but also became a key asset when she decided to sell it. Her story beg...

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to skyrocketing your business's online presence with insights from Eric Monies, the mastermind behind Online Biz Builders. Ever wondered how to climb to the top of Google rankings? Eric shares his proven SEO strategies that have catapulted his clients, particularly in the healthcare industry, to success. As CEO, he’s not just an expert in digital marketing but als...

Send us a text World-renowned personal trainer and nutrition expert Steven Box joins us to reveal the surprising secrets behind his incredible 80-pound weight loss journey. Imagine being stuck in an endless cycle of yo-yo dieting, then unlocking the mindset shift that catalyzes permanent change—not only in your body but in your career and life. Steven’s story is one of resilience and transformatio...

Send us a text Andrew's incredible journey unfolds in our latest episode, where we promise you'll gain insights into navigating life's challenges and opportunities through sheer determination and creativity. From the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area's tech boom to establishing a meaningful life in Idaho, Andrew's story is one of resilience, innovation, and profound learning. His unique path, ma...