John Mendez
Walk 2 Wealth
Are You Trapped in a Life Someone Else Chose for You? Let's Change That, Together. 🎙️ Hey there, I get it. You're stuck in a world that doesn't get you , right? Everyone around you talks about 'safe jobs,' 'retirement at 65,' and you're just sitting there thinking, "There has to be more than this." I know how heavy that can feel. You've been told to follow the "traditional track," get a stable job, and save pennies for your retirement. Deep down, you sense this isn't for you. But the fear... what if you make a move and it all comes crashing down? What if I told you there's another way? Welcome...
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Episodes
The Systems That Took Jio & Dana from Hustling to High-Leverage 17.08.2025 49:00
Send us a text In this powerful episode of the Walk 2 Wealth Podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with two inspiring guests—my returning friend Dana Cadena and first-time guest Jio Baral. Together, they’re building something extraordinary that goes far beyond business. Jio shares his deeply personal journey of growing up in poverty in the Philippines, losing his father at 17, and finding o...
How Community, Purpose & Movement Create a Richer Life w/ Russell Rogers 16.08.2025 47:04
Send us a text In this episode of the Walk 2 Wealth Podcast , I sat down with Russell Rogers — author, speaker, coach, and founder of Move Today 365 — for a powerful conversation that completely redefined the way I look at wealth. Russell shares his journey from being a college athlete to a youth pastor, orphanage worker, landscape entrepreneur, and now a published author with 13 books under his b...
How To Not Die In The Hospital w/ Dr. Julie Siemers 03.08.2025 48:06
Send us a text In this special follow-up episode, I’m joined once again by my good friend and fellow TEDx speaker, Dr. Julie Siemers—a 45-year veteran in the nursing field turned first-time entrepreneur. Julie returns to share the incredible progress she’s made since our last conversation, including the launch of her innovative course platform “LifeBeast Solutions,” designed to close the knowledge...
How I Paid Off $3,000 in One Week and Cut My Monthly Bills 01.08.2025 14:27
Send us a text In this episode of the Road to Wealth series, I break down exactly how I paid off over $3,000 in personal debt in just one week. I share what worked, what flopped, and how a failed $100K-in-a-day challenge still taught me priceless lessons. You'll hear about: My live speaking gig and what it taught me about valuing your time Why only 2 of 12 tickets sold didn’t shake me How credit c...
Why "Bad Company Corrupts Good Character" (And How to Find Your Tribe) 30.07.2025 29:22
Send us a text In today's Wisdom Wednesday , I break down the powerful truth behind the phrase "bad company corrupts good character." Growing up, I heard sayings like "show me your friends, and I'll show you your future," but it took real-life lessons—some hard and uncomfortable—to truly understand how critical this advice is. In this episode, you'll learn: Why tolerating bad behaviors around you...
From Sickly Kid to Champion Boxer & Celebrity Trainer w/ Ngo Okafor 27.07.2025 47:21
Send us a text At 23 years old, I’ve learned that the path to generational wealth, happiness, and financial independence is never a straight line. In this powerful episode of the Walk 2 Wealth Podcast, I sit down with Ngo Okafor—a two-time Golden Gloves boxing champion, fitness entrepreneur, and founder of 28 Days Greater. But Ngo’s journey didn’t start with a six-pack and success. He grew up a si...
$50K in Credit Card Debt at 23: My Road to Financial Freedom 25.07.2025 15:10
Send us a text In this brutally honest solo episode of the Walk 2 Wealth Podcast , I open up like never before. I reveal my exact financial situation—including how I racked up over $50,000 in credit card debt by 23 . From maxed-out personal and business cards to a plummeting credit score and closed accounts, I break down the raw numbers, the mistakes that got me here, and the emotional toll of nav...
From Med School Dreams to Real Estate Empire w/ Amanda Whitespeare 24.07.2025 42:12
Send us a text I’m super excited to bring you this episode featuring my friend Amanda Whitespeare—mom of three, powerhouse entrepreneur, and real estate mogul based in Houston, Texas. Amanda’s story is one of courage, clarity, and breaking the mold. She was on track to become a doctor, even had her med school plans lined up… until a moment of truth changed everything. In this episode, Amanda walks...
Wisdom Wednesdays Debut: Why Most Advice Online Will Fail You 23.07.2025 6:07
Send us a text Welcome to the very first episode of Wisdom Wednesdays , a new series on the Walk 2 Wealth podcast where I’ll be sharing the real , raw , and relevant life lessons I’m learning on my personal journey to wealth — especially as someone who didn’t grow up with financial literacy. In this kickoff episode, I talk about: Why so much advice online is either bad, worldly, or surface-level T...
Road to Wealth Debut: My Raw, Unfiltered Reality 18.07.2025 5:45
Send us a text Welcome to Episode 0 of the Road to Wealth series — a brand-new chapter in the Walk 2 Wealth podcast. In this solo episode, I open the vault and get brutally honest about where I’m at financially. No fluff. No filters. Just the real, raw reality of the entrepreneurial journey. I talk about how I’ve maxed out my credit cards, drained my savings, and torched my credit — and why I’m ch...
Big Podcast Changes, Bold Faith Moves, & The Road to 300 13.07.2025 19:18
Send us a text In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing a mid-year update that’s been a long time coming. As I approach 300 episodes of Walk 2 Wealth , I’ve realized something big: for too long, I treated this show like a hobby—when in reality, it’s my purpose. In this episode, I talk through what’s shifting in my life and business, how my relationship with God is changing ev...
Fail, Learn, Repeat: A 19-Year-Old's Unfiltered Journey to Building an AI Agency w/ Brandon Nagel 22.06.2025 46:48
Send us a text What do you do after getting scammed three times before the age of 16? If you're Brandon Nagel — you keep going. In this episode of Walk 2 Wealth , I sit down with 19-year-old entrepreneur Brandon Nagel, a sophomore at UConn who's already tried and failed at reselling sneakers, dropshipping, invoicing, and even an exotic snack business. Today, he's building a digital marketing and A...
From UConn Football to Building Community Through Running w/ Omar Fortt 15.06.2025 52:40
Send us a text What happens when your dream of going pro doesn’t pan out? In this episode of Walk 2 Wealth , I sit down with Omar Fortt — former UConn linebacker turned entrepreneur and founder of Runners Collective. Omar opens up about life after football, rebuilding his identity, and launching one of Connecticut’s fastest-growing wellness communities from scratch. We talk about: Navigating life...
From Selling Toys at 9 to Managing Millions: The Real Estate Game Plan w/ Martin Perdomo 08.06.2025 54:15
Send us a text What does it really take to go from sleeping on rooftops to owning over 100 doors and starting a $20M fund? In this powerful episode, I reconnect with real estate investor, entrepreneur, and podcast host Martin Perdomo , also known as The Elite Strategist . Martin’s story is a gritty, no-fluff journey from childhood hustle to building generational wealth and teaching others how to e...
From Teacher to Trailblazer: Building Faith-Driven Success w/ Rosemary Lewis 01.06.2025 51:40
Send us a text What happens when a former school teacher embraces her calling, steps into real estate, and builds a movement that empowers women nationwide? In this heart-centered and wisdom-packed episode of Walk 2 Wealth , I sit down with Rosemary Lewis , aka Your Real Estate Bestie , to unpack her incredible journey from trauma and tragedy to purpose and power. Rosemary shares how growing up on...
From Rock Bottom to Rising Leader: Reinventing Yourself w/ Giovanny Ramirez 25.05.2025 31:09
Send us a text In this powerful episode of Walk 2 Wealth , I sit down with career coach, speaker, and entrepreneur Giovanny Ramirez , a man whose story is the blueprint for personal reinvention. From growing up with memory gaps shaped by trauma to surviving a life-threatening attack on the streets of Stamford, Gio’s journey is one of resilience, grit, and a relentless commitment to personal growth...
3 Game-Changing Sales Secrets I Learned from Russell Brunson 22.05.2025 32:31
Send us a text In this solo, audio-only episode of Walk 2 Wealth , I break down the top 3 sales and storytelling takeaways I picked up from Day 1 of Russell Brunson’s 3-Day Online Selling Challenge — and how I’m applying them to my upcoming $100K launch. This isn’t a highlight reel — it’s real-time insight and application from one of the greatest online marketers to ever do it. I’m walking you thr...
From Clueless to Clarity: Crafting a Life on Your Own Terms w/ Scott Clary 18.05.2025 49:33
Send us a text In this episode of Walk 2 Wealth, I sat down with Scott Clary, host of the Success Story Podcast and a seasoned entrepreneur who’s spent years unpacking what it really takes to build a life and business you love. We talked about why blindly copying our parents' playbook no longer works in today’s world, how to break free from the expectations others have for your life, and the dange...
Why I Gave Up $100K/Month Dreams for a Life I Love w/ Kwadwo Sampany-Kessie 11.05.2025 40:26
Send us a text In this episode of Walk 2 Wealth , I reconnect with my good friend and Facebook Ads expert Kwadwo Sampany-Kessie , and we go deep on the real cost of chasing rapid business growth. From launching a “100 Days to $100K” challenge to nearly doubling his monthly revenue, Kwadwo opens up about what scaling too fast really did to his systems—and his sanity. Spoiler alert: it’s not always...
My Exact $100K Launch Strategy (And Why It’s All in God’s Hands) 07.05.2025 19:38
Send us a text In this behind-the-scenes solo episode of Walk 2 Wealth , I break down the entire step-by-step game plan for how I’m aiming to make $100K in a single day. I walk you through the exact tools, offers, emails, and strategies I’m using — from how I’m setting up my 4-day AI challenge, to building a launch plan around email, reels, daily content, and strategic partnerships. But more impor...
Day 1 of Trying to Make $100K in a Day 06.05.2025 20:41
Send us a text In this raw and real solo episode, I open up about my entrepreneurial journey—from hitting a $20K day to watching multiple launches flop, and the internal battle that followed. Now, I’m back with a new challenge: to make $100,000 in a single day —and I’m documenting every step of the journey. This isn’t just about money. It’s about rebuilding confidence, reclaiming momentum, and wal...
From Rock Bottom to 86K in 6 Months w/ Katie Shea 04.05.2025 45:57
Send us a text What happens when you quit your 9-5 with six figures of debt and zero savings? In this episode, I’m joined by returning guest Katie Shea, a high-ticket sales coach who went from broke and overwhelmed… to generating $86K in under six months. We break down how she bounced back, the mindset shifts that changed her business, and the behind-the-scenes of launching profitable webinars. If...
Life Lessons From A Millionaire Real Estate Agent w/ Ellie McIntire 02.05.2025 47:01
Send us a text In this engaging episode of Walk 2 Wealth , I reconnect with Ellie McIntire, a dynamic real estate agent from Central Maryland with over 22 years of experience. Ellie’s journey from a small village in the UK to building a thriving career in the U.S. is nothing short of inspiring. We dive into: Ellie’s unique path from drama school to discovering her passion for real estate. The pivo...
Quarter-Life Check-In: Faith, Finances, and Rebuilding in 2025 w/ Darren Booker 27.04.2025 17:36
Send us a text In this special catch-up episode of Walk 2 Wealth , I sit down with my most frequent guest—and longtime friend— Darren Booker for an honest, no-fluff conversation about where we’re both at heading into 2025. This isn’t your typical success highlight reel. It’s a real-time temperature check on the pillars that actually matter: faith, finances, physical health, mental clarity, and emo...
From World Champion to CFO: The Power of Reinventing Yourself w/ Delaney Wallace 20.04.2025 1:05:37
Send us a text In this powerful episode of Walk 2 Wealth , I sit down with Delaney Wallace — a two-time IPF World Champion powerlifter, business consultant, and proudly dubbed “The World’s Strongest CFO.” We dive into Delaney’s jaw-dropping journey that includes surviving a near-death experience as a child, a career in finance and business consulting, and his unshakable drive to live life without...
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