The Andy Storch Show (Own Your Career Own Your Life)

In today's episode I'm talking about my frustrating journey trying to learn Spanish over the last 2.5 years. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon .

In this episode, I address the two biggest barriers to adopting AI: the fear of being replaced and the feeling of overwhelm when not knowing where to start. I share a practical strategy for overcoming these hurdles by using AI itself to brainstorm specific ways it can make your unique role more efficient and strategic. It’s a call to move past the uncertainty and start using these tools to increas...

In this episode, I ask the most important question for your professional success: What do you want to be known for? Your personal brand isn't just built on LinkedIn; it's shaped by every interaction, Zoom meeting, and collaborative project you tackle. I share how to define your identity, align your daily actions with the reputation you want to build, and offer resources from my book, Own Your Bran...

In this episode, I explore why accountability is the secret to following through on your most ambitious goals. I share how we are often more likely to let ourselves down than to let others down, which is why having a partner or group to report to whether for fitness, morning routines, or business outreach is so effective. By leveraging social pressure and shared commitments, you can stop making ex...

In today's episode I'm talking about how a failed ski trip taught me a vital lesson about personality "operating systems." By applying Mel Robbins’ "Let Them Theory," I realized that what felt like a conflict was actually just a difference in how my friend and I value time and energy. It’s a reminder that respecting someone’s unique boundaries is the fastest way to better communication and stronge...

In today's episode, I break down why 20 minutes of action will always outperform 20 hours of planning when it comes to your concrete professional goals. Inspired by a Mel Robbins quote, I share a personal "real-time" experiment where I stopped overthinking a dinner for HR leaders and instead spent 30 minutes sending targeted LinkedIn messages. The result? Immediate interest and a surprising "yes"...

In today's episode I'm talking about how to read more books in 2026 with my two tips that has helped me read more books. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon .

In today's episode I'm talking about the strange situation I've put myself in, moving to Spain without being able to speak the local language. But I have to own it and then decide the best course of action. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand...

In today's episode I'm talking about the importance of finding and investing in the right learning resources and as well as learning from the right people to help you accomplish your goals. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career...

In today's episode I'm talking about a book that changed my life for the better. It's called The Miracle Morning and it's all about starting your day with intention. I explain it all here. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career...

In today's episode I'm talking about a key path to happiness that comes from the great Stoic philosopher, Epictetus, who reminds us about the importance of focusing on what's in our control. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Caree...

In today's episode I'm talking about giving/receiving feedback and especially having a difficult conversation to leave a group or move closer to your goals. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon .

In today's episode I'm talking about how to deal with all the upsetting news we see and the importance of focusing on what's in your control rather than things outside of our control. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on...

In today's episode I'm talking about the importance of going out to socialize and spend time with friends as an underrated driver of health and happiness. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon .

In today's episode I'm talking about perfectionism, progress, and why “done” is often better than “perfect.” I share why striving for quality can sometimes hold us back, how fear of failure shows up in disguise, and why making it easier to start can be the key to actually getting things done — whether that’s creating content, taking on a new project, or trying something you’ve been putting off. I...

In today's episode I'm talking about whether we’re truly demanding the best of ourselves — not just in our work, but in how we structure our days, prioritize activities, and balance productivity with relaxation. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your...

In today's episode I'm talking about the importance of getting started and taking action to achieve your goals I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon .

In today's episode I'm sharing an additional reflection prompt to consider as you plan for the new year: Who is the person you want to become? Think about your valutes, purpose, goals, and direction and try to embody that throughout the year. As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and...

In this episode, I'm taking a walk and reflecting on the goals I achieved and did not achieve in 2025 and how failing to prioritize caused a problem for me that I am fixing this year. You can do the same thing. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your B...

Hi Friends! Join me, Andy Storch, as I kick off 2026 with a new name and approach to this podcast for 2026. In this short episode, I am reflecting on my podcasting journey from launching my first show in 2017 to trying new formats inspired by my friend Leanne Hughes. I'll also share my 2025 accomplishments, lessons learned, and my goals for 2026 as well as prompts you can use to reflect on your ye...

In this episode I share how I am preparing for the End of the Year planning and 2026 goal-setting process including reflections, learning, goals, etc. I discuss my own 2025 goals, including my struggles with learning Spanish, cycling achievements, launching my new book, and missing my income targets. I provide actionable tips on reviewing your year, setting new goals, analyzing your learning inves...

Today on the show, I’m excited to share a special episode where I was recently interviewed by Carolina de Arriba on her fantastic Leading Yourself podcast. We had a powerful conversation all about the art of building your personal brand and taking real ownership of your career—topics that I’m incredibly passionate about. In this interview, I dive into the heart of my latest book, "Own Your Brand,...

Five Steps to Future-Proof Your Career HI, I'm Andy Storch, author of 'Own Your Career, Own Your Life,' and today I will address our changing economy and share with you five actionable steps you can take to ensure long-term career success: 1) Use self-reflection to build self-awareness, 2) Commit to continuous learning, 3) Build your network, 4) Develop a personal brand, and 5) Cultivate an owners...

My new book, Own Your Brand, Own Your Career , is live! Today I'm sharing a conversation with my coauthor, Mike Kim, who is the WSJ Bestselling author of You Are The Brand and an expert in the personal branding space. We discuss how we came together, our writing process and experience, and some really important concepts from the book about building and owning your personal brand. You can get the b...

Today I'm sharing some thoughts about how to embrace AI and avoid being disrupted in a new world dominated by AI. If you are worried about losing your job to AI, this is one you'll want to listen to. For more guidance on owning your career, check out my book: Own Your Career Own Your Life available on Amazon Free resources on my website Follow me on LinkedIn Sign up to be notified and get resource...