Blackbird Recruiting

What it Takes Podcast

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The What It Takes Podcast is your front-row seat to stories of success from high achievers who’ve cracked the code on thriving in both corporate and non-corporate worlds. Hosted by Naftuly Kraus, founder of Blackbird Recruiting, this podcast features exclusive interviews with employees who've made over $300K, revealing the strategies, mindset, and hustle that propelled them to the top. Whether you're looking to level up your career or understand what it really takes to break through, you’ll get actionable insights, real stories, and inspiration from those who’ve done it. Tune in and start lear

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What It Takes Podcast Ep 5: How Our Infographics Landed Million Dollar Deals ft. Brian Wallace 18.05.2025 52:56

The Power of Storytelling | How Our Infographics Landed Million Dollar Deals ft. Brian WallaceHow data and storytelling can change lives, or how tragedy can spark faith and purpose? In this episode of the What It Takes podcast, we sit down with Brian Wallace, a master storyteller and the creative force behind NowSourcing. Brian takes us on a wild ride from his completely non-religious upbringing t...

What It Takes Podcast Ep 4: Building a Career You Actually Love ft. Shaina Keren 04.05.2025 46:10

The Side Hustle That Can Replace Your Income | Building a Career You Actually Love ft. Shaina KerenEver feel stuck in your career, wondering if this is really all there is? In this episode of the What It Takes podcast, host Tuli Kraus sits down with Shaina Keren, a renowned career coach who has helped over a thousand people to find their true potential. Shaina opens up about her own incredible jou...

What it Takes Podcast Ep 3: From Face Painting to 7-Figure Design Business CEO ft Shany Kaufman 30.03.2025 40:45

From Face Painting to 7-Figure Design Business CEO featuring Shany KaufmanHow does someone go from painting faces at kids’ parties to running a multi-million-dollar interior design firm? In this episode of the What It Takes podcast, host Tuli Kraus sits down with Shany Kaufman, the powerhouse CEO and mother of eight behind ICO Design Group. Shany shares her incredible, non-traditional journey into...

What it takes Podcast Ep 2: The $150K Powerhouse ft. Esther Miller 17.03.2025 42:23

The $150K Powerhouse | Single Mom of 8 & Nonprofit Leader ft. Esther MillerA single mom of eight who's also a high-powered executive and a total powerhouse! In this episode of the What It Takes podcast, host Tuli Kraus sits down with Esther Miller, a force of nature who earns over $150,000 a year as a “polymath” at J Companies and the Executive Director of the nonprofit Aim Higher. Esther...

What It Takes Podcast Ep 1: How to successfully climb the corporate ladder ft David Wanounou: 02.03.2025 1:23:52

I Was a Failed Entrepreneur (Here's How I Bounced Back ft. David Wanounou)Ever had your first big commission check ripped up right in front of you? In this episode of the What It Takes podcast, host Tuli Kraus sits down with David Wanounou, a seasoned entrepreneur and the CEO of The Trepper Plan, a business consulting company built on real-world grit, not theory. David takes us on a wild ride from...