Best Mike McGowan Podcasts (2025)

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How to Manage Through a Crisis with Joe Marinucci: An EOFire Classic from 2022 23:33

3h ago23:33

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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Joe Marinucci is the Co-Founder and CEO of the award-winning, digital performance advertising company D…

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The Art of Intentional Business Development with Mark Jamnik 20:59

4h ago20:59

20:59

Mark Jamnik creates art with intention, called Subliminal Story Art, author of Look at What’s Inside and co-founder of Kindred, advising professional services firms on a proven Business Development Framework. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Business success is about your growth and who you are becoming in the process. 2. Systems equals integrity and systems a…

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Profits with Purpose: How to build a $300M+ Real Estate Fund That’s Changing Communities with Samuel Sells 19:38

2h ago19:38

19:38

Samuel Sells, a retired Air Force officer, is a visionary CEO, investor, and social impact entrepreneur who went from 30k in the bank to creating a 300M Impact fund set to acqui 1B in affordable housing. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Its not just about the money, its about value and meaning that we become successful. 2. There are two things to raise capital…

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Leading with a North Star: Former Decathlon CEO Barbara Martin Coppola’s Blueprint for Bold Change 41:57

2d ago41:57

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Born in France almost 50 years ago, Decathlon has grown into the world’s largest sporting goods retailer with over 1,700 stores in more than 70 countries. On today’s episode of Redefiners, Simon Kingston is joined by our new co-host, Marla Oates, as they sit down with former CEO of Decathlon Barbara Martin Coppola. Barbara takes us through her glob…

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Conscious Leadership & Psychedelics with Paul F. Austin 22:15

1d ago22:15

22:15

Paul F. Austin, founder of Third Wave and Psychedelic Coaching Institute, coaches elite leaders - CEOs, founders, and executives - on integrating psychedelics with conscious leadership for peak performance, problem solving, and tangible transformation. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The biggest opportunities are found in not playing by the rules but in rewri…

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De-Risking the AI Economy with Franchising with Cliff Nonnenmacher 28:45

1d ago28:45

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Franchise expert and serial entrepreneur Cliff Nonnenmacher built businesses from Wall Street to Main Street - now helping others find financial freedom through practical, proven franchise guidance. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Franchising is your hedge against AI. While AI disrupts millions of jobs, physical service-based franchises offer resilience and o…

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3 Levers to Double Revenue with Simon Severino: An EOFire Classic from 2022 25:14

2d ago25:14

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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Simon helps business owners in SaaS and services run their company more effectively, which results in s…

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Why Smart Money Is Moving Into Non-Food Franchises in 2025 with Jon Ostenson 21:57

3d ago21:57

21:57

Jon Ostenson is a top 1 percent Franchise Broker, Consultant, Investor, and Author of the book 'Non-Food Franchising'. Jon is CEO of FranBridge Consulting, an Inc 5000 company. draws on his experience as a former Inc. Franchise President and Multi-Brand Franchisee in serving his clients. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Non-sexy is the new sexy. The best franc…

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Franchising: The Understated Path to Entrepreneurship with Alex Smereczniak 27:40

4d ago27:40

27:40

Alex Smereczniak is a serial entrepreneur and CEO of Franzy, making franchise ownership more accessible. Built 2ULaundry & LaundroLab, selling 100 plus franchises. Passionate about helping others take big swings in business and life. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You don’t need to start with passion to become successful-obsession, commitment, and consistenc…

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The Franchise Formula: Turning Your Business Into A Brand Empire with Scott Marr and Megan Taylor 25:52

5d ago25:52

25:52

Scott Marr, franchising titan and Founding Principal of Franchise Altitude, has built nationally recognized brands and helps entrepreneurs scale theirs with proven strategies, industry insight, and access to growth capital. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success isn't about doing more - it's about doing fewer things better through ruthless prioritization. 2.…

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Mastering the Digital Game of Business and Money with Ted McGrath 22:45

6d ago22:45

22:45

Ted McGrath helps entrepreneurs master the digital game of business and money. He has a passion for sharing, speaking, and performing. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The No.1 key in speaking and communicating is storytelling. 2. Stage is defined as the one to many model because you can close 5, 10 , 50 or 100 people at once with it. 3. The key to the close i…

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Mike Espiritu: Why Empathy, Not Hustle, Wins in Real Estate 23:55

10d ago23:55

23:55

In this heartfelt episode of The Not So Black and White Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with East Coast powerhouse Mike Espiritu—Realtor, coach, and conduit of transformation—to unpack how empathy, storytelling, and language can redefine the client experience. From growing up with housing insecurity to becoming a top-producing agent and certified …

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Million Dollar YouTube Ads with Jake Larsen 22:46

7d ago22:46

22:46

Jake Larsen is the founder of Video Power Marketing, a performance video ad agency specializing in YouTube ads that turn views into sales. Their campaigns average 3X return on ad spend. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. There is always something broken in your business and your life and that is okay. Optimization is a constant process when there is something th…

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EP 14: Sean McGowan on Fingerstyle Jazz, Crafting the Music, and The Holistic Guitarist [New Book] 53:57

11d ago53:57

53:57

In this episode of The Guitar Journal Podcast, I’m joined by acclaimed fingerstyle jazz guitarist Sean McGowan. Known for his rich harmonic approach and inventive solo arrangements, Sean blends classical influences, jazz sophistication, and fingerstyle nuance into a deeply expressive style all his own. We talk through Sean’s musical journey—from di…

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How Entrepreneurs Can Easily Protect Their Most Important Assets While Building Their Future with Kevin Donahue 25:29

8d ago25:29

25:29

Kevin Donahue is the founder of Stealth Family a company that protects the entrepreneurs, executives and their families from becoming victims of the tsunami of cyber crime. Top 3 Value Bombs 1) Book the ticket and the rest will work itself out. 2) The first step is to get educated because the most vulnerable victim is the one who is uneducated. 3) …

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Startup Core Values with Colin C. Campbell 20:50

9d ago20:50

20:50

Colin C. Campbell is a serial entrepreneur who has co-founded over a dozen multi-million dollar companies. Number 1 Best Selling Award winning Author, speaker, and founder of Startup Club, helping entrepreneurs globally through his book Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. A lot of entrepreneurs think that they have the best ideas and t…

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From Vision to Legacy, a Journey to Building a Billion-Dollar Franchise Empire with Jeff Oddo 21:52

10d ago21:52

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Jeff Oddo is the CEO and Owner of City Wide Facility Solutions, a management company in the facility maintenance industry, leading 104 franchises across the U.S. and Canada, targeting $2B in systemwide sales by EOY 2030. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Franchising is an amazing business model because it is a proven plan and a business in a box. 2. You don’t h…

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Retail Reinvented: Inside Shopify’s Game-Changing POS 10 Launch with Ray Reddy 24:02

11d ago24:02

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Ray Reddy is VP of Retail at Shopify, leading the company's retail business and championing local entrepreneurs. With a career focused on leveraging technology for commerce, he previously co-founded Ritual, a mobile commerce platform supporting local restaurants, and PushLife where he later led mobile product management for shopping and commerce. H…

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“The Forbidden Files: Hitler’s Escape, Secret Alliances & the Truth They Buried” 1:32:20

15d ago1:32:20

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“The Forbidden Files: Hitler’s Escape, Secret Alliances & the Truth They Buried” Was the War Over… or Just Relocated? You were told he died in a bunker. But what if the story of Hitler’s end was the beginning of something far darker? 🧳🕵️‍♂️ In this forbidden-history episode of Conspiracy or Control? Operation: Disclosure, we go beyond the textbooks…

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“FBI vs. the Ghost Crew: America's Most Dangerous Bank Robbers Exposed” 1:39:50

15d ago1:39:50

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“FBI vs. the Ghost Crew: America's Most Dangerous Bank Robbers Exposed” Inside the Heists, the Shootouts, and the Surveillance That Couldn’t Stop Them They hit hard. They vanished faster. And the FBI was always one step too late 🕶️💰 In this high-stakes true crime marathon special from Conspiracy or Control? Operation: Disclosure, we chronicle the m…

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“Timothy McVeigh: PsyOp Pawn or Patriot Gone Rogue?” 50:22

15d ago50:22

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“Timothy McVeigh: PsyOp Pawn or Patriot Gone Rogue?” Inside the Oklahoma City Bombing, Government Mind Games & the Questions They Never Answered The Oklahoma City bombing shocked the world — but what if the official story was only half the truth? 💣🧠 In this deeply unsettling episode of Conspiracy or Control? Operation: Disclosure, we dissect the ca…

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“Occult Gold & the Reich’s Obsession: The Nazis’ Hunt for Lost Power” 3:18:53

15d ago3:18:53

3:18:53

“Occult Gold & the Reich’s Obsession: The Nazis’ Hunt for Lost Power” Mythical Artifacts, Hidden Civilizations & the Ancient Tech They Died Chasing Before their bombs dropped, they were searching for something older than war itself: power buried in time, treasures with godlike origins, and mythical tools that could control destiny itself 🏺⚡ In this…

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“The Hitmakers & The Handlers: The Music Industry’s Darkest Secret” 1:23:11

15d ago1:23:11

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“The Hitmakers & The Handlers: The Music Industry’s Darkest Secret” Mind Control, Symbolism, and the Hidden Machinery Behind the Charts 🎵 Platinum records. Sold-out tours. Sudden breakdowns. Mysterious deaths. Behind the glitz and Grammy speeches, there’s a world the public was never meant to see. In this chilling episode of Conspiracy or Control? …

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“The CIA Files: 2 Hours of Declassified Chaos They Hoped You’d Never Hear” 2:24:04

15d ago2:24:04

2:24:04

“The CIA Files: 2 Hours of Declassified Chaos They Hoped You’d Never Hear” Mind Control, Regime Change, Assassinations & the Blueprint of Global Manipulation 🚨 Two hours. Dozens of operations. Zero denials. This is the ultimate CIA red-pill marathon — and they definitely don’t want you listening to it 🕶️🧠 In this explosive special episode of Conspi…

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“Titanic: The Sinking That Was Never Meant to Be?” 52:10

15d ago52:10

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“Titanic: The Sinking That Was Never Meant to Be?” Elite Power, Insurance Fraud, and the Passengers Who Were Never Supposed to Survive You know the iceberg story. You’ve seen the movie. But what if the Titanic’s sinking was more than a tragedy — what if it was a setup? 🚢💰 In this mind-blowing episode of Conspiracy or Control? Operation: Disclosure,…

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“Area 51: Alien Tech, Time Warps & the Experiments They Can’t Admit” 34:01

15d ago34:01

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“Area 51: Alien Tech, Time Warps & the Experiments They Can’t Admit” New Insider Claims & Theories From Earth’s Most Restricted Zone It’s the most classified airspace on the planet, and what happens inside could rewrite everything we think we know about reality 🛸🧪. In this boundary-breaking episode of Conspiracy or Control? Operation: Disclosure, w…

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“Frozen Gods & Buried Truths: Ancient Aliens Beneath Antarctica” 42:22

15d ago42:22

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“Frozen Gods & Buried Truths: Ancient Aliens Beneath Antarctica” Lost Civilizations, Alien Ruins & the Secrets They’ll Never Uncover Publicly Miles beneath the ice lies something they won’t talk about — not in schools, not in history books, and definitely not on the news ❄️👁️. In this mind-expanding episode of Conspiracy or Control? Operation: Disc…

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“Built to Break: The Weaponization of Mike Tyson” 1:26:26

15d ago1:26:26

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“Built to Break: The Weaponization of Mike Tyson” Fame, Fear, Mind Control & the System’s Greatest Fighter Pawn He was unstoppable in the ring — and completely out of control outside it 🥊🧠. But what if Mike Tyson’s wild story wasn’t just personal chaos… but a deliberate creation of media, power, and manipulation? In this shocking episode of Conspir…

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“The Internet Shutdown Agenda: Total Control Is Closer Than You Think” 17:54

15d ago17:54

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“The Internet Shutdown Agenda: Total Control Is Closer Than You Think” Digital Kill Switches, Global Censorship & the End of Online Freedom What if the thing you’re reading this on… disappears? 💻🧨 In this urgent, reality-shaking episode of Conspiracy or Control? Operation: Disclosure, we explore what governments, global elites, and tech giants aren…

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A Short History of Psychological Terror 59:51

15d ago59:51

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“MK-Ultra, Mind Games & Mass Fear: A Hidden History of Psychological Terror” Inside the Secret Programs That Weaponized the Human Mind Fear is the oldest weapon — and governments learned long ago how to turn it into science 🧠🔬. In this chilling episode of Conspiracy or Control? Operation: Disclosure, we expose the secret history of psychological te…

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“The Lie They Sold Us: Malcolm X, MLK Jr. & the Government's Greatest Cover-Up” 55:29

15d ago55:29

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“The Lie They Sold Us: Malcolm X, MLK Jr. & the Government's Greatest Cover-Up” Exposing the Hidden Truth About Two Icons They Feared the Most They fought for freedom, but were silenced with precision. You were told they were opposites — one of peace, one of fire. But that was never the full truth. In this earth-shattering episode of Conspiracy or …

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“Malcolm X: The Assassination, The Infiltration & The Government Files” 51:36

15d ago51:36

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Inside the Final Days of a Revolutionary the System Tried to Erase He was feared by the government, targeted by infiltrators, and betrayed from within 🔥🕶️. In this unflinching episode of Conspiracy or Control? Operation: Disclosure, we unravel the final days of Malcolm X, exposing the truth they buried beneath official reports, redacted files, and …

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CARE to Win: Building High-Performing People-First Culture with Alex Draper 22:41

13d ago22:41

22:41

Alex Draper, founder of DX Learning, is a leadership expert dedicated to eradicating workplace toxicity. Through his CARE to Win playbook, he’s transformed 60,000 plus leaders, fostering psychological safety, emotional intelligence, and people-centered leadership worldwide. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You are winning with culture if there is a lot of conv…

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Episode 31: Hannah Maruyama – Degree Free 59:45

15d ago59:45

59:45

In this episode, FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn speaks with Hannah Maruyama, founder of Degree Free. What an interesting story she has from her own personal experiences growing up and then as a college student where she began to discover the way to so many careers without having to purchase a degree first. The statistics and information they talk throu…

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5 Steps To Earn $500 to $50K as a Paid Public Speaker with Dan Irvin 23:50

13d ago23:50

23:50

Dan Irvin is a high-energy, fun-loving leader, consultant, motivator, author, and public speaker whose valuable insights and relatable stories of success and passion consistently set up entrepreneurs and employees across the nation for personal and professional growth. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Busy does not equal successful. Focus on being intentional,…

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Leadership Lounge: The Art of Succession: How to Identify Tomorrow's Leaders Today 21:52

16d ago21:52

21:52

Identifying and developing the next generation of leadership talent is critically important. No decision will have a bigger impact on the performance of an organization and its enduring legacy. Yet, many leaders struggle with effective succession planning. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, we talk to three of our trusted advisors—James Diggines…

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The Devil is in the Details: How Torchys Tacos Founder Built His Empire with Mike Rypka 20:56

15d ago20:56

20:56

Mike Rypka, CEO, owner and co-founder of Torchys Tacos, has been in and around the food business for almost 20 years. With 130 stores across 16 states, he is still focused on creating innovative food across the country. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. If you are doing something you are passionate about, you have more chances to win than when you don’t have pa…

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How to Make Money in Travel with Matthew Kepnes 23:31

15d ago23:31

23:31

Matthew Kepnes has been traveling the world since 2006. In 2008, he launched his site NomadicMatt.com to help others travel better, cheaper, and smarter. Matt is a NYT bestselling author. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. It’s a struggle these days to gain traction in Google and you can’t rely on it anymore. 2. Most creators stick to their niche. But, you have …

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EP 13: Adam Levy on Songwriting, Musical Curiosity, and Making Albums 1:16:39

19d ago1:16:39

1:16:39

In this episode of The Guitar Journal podcast, I sit down with the incomparable Adam Levy—guitarist, songwriter, educator, and all-around creative force. You’ve likely heard Adam’s playing on Norah Jones’ Come Away With Me, or in collaborations with Tracy Chapman, Vulfpeck, or Liz Wright. Beyond his impressive credits, Adam has carved out a unique …

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How to Sell to Sophisticated, Cautious, and Skeptical Buyers with Jeremy Miner: An EOFire Classic from 2022 33:53

16d ago33:53

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From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. During Jeremy Miner’s 17 yr sales career he was recognized by the direct selling association as the nu…

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Take Your Retail Business to the Next Level with Laura Dalesme and Allison Beacham: An EOFire Classic from 2022 19:27

17d ago19:27

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From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Laura Dalesme is the director of business development, and Allison Beacham is the director of marketin…

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Why Social Impact is the Currency of the Future with Michelle Jewsbury 21:39

18d ago21:39

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Michelle Jewsbury, CEO of Unsilenced Voices, is an internationally recognized speaker and coach, transforming adversity into success. She empowers survivors to leverage their personal narratives for growth and healing. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Its okay to take a break, to step back in order to step back in. 2. Storytelling is essential in attracting do…

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From Rock Bottom to a $500M Exit—A Business Story Like No Other with Rich Galgano 27:53

19d ago27:53

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Rich Galgano is an entrepreneur, author, and speaker specializing in sales, leadership, and strategic decision-making. He’s the founder of Windy City Wire and author of Down to the Wire. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success is not a gamble, it’s a calculated risk guided by vision and strategy. 2. True resilience is choosing not to go backward, one small de…

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Episode 30: RuthAnn Zimmerman – Homesteading with the Zimmermans 54:13

22d ago54:13

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In this episode, FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn speaks with RuthAnn Zimmerman of Homesteading with the Zimmermans. RuthAnn has a fantastic story that will encourage you to embrace change while still holding on to the good things we learned from our childhood and our culture. We talk about homesteading, parenting, family, and the family table.…

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Clay Alexander: Founder & Chairman of Ember (a global consumer electronics and life sciences brand) 24:44

20d ago24:44

24:44

Clay is an American inventor and serial entrepreneur who holds more than 250 patents worldwide and is the Founder and Chairman of Ember, a global consumer electronics and life sciences brand best known for the Ember Mug, Ember Baby Bottle, and Ember Cube, all three of which independently have been named TIME Magazine’s Best Inventions of the year. …

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Giving Back to the Entrepreneurial Community with Dave Taylor 20:15

21d ago20:15

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Dave Taylor is a long-time entrepreneur, Dave has a popular YouTube channel, writes for the local newspaper, and mentors early stage startups when he's not pursuing one of his hobbies. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The most important factor for an entrepreneur is optimism. You’ve got to be resilient and persistent but mostly, you’ve got to be optimistic to …

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Go for No: Mastering the Courage to Ask with Andrea Waltz 24:35

22d ago24:35

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Andrea Waltz is the co-author of the best-seller, Go for No! A speaker and rejection expert, she inspires audiences to embrace failure, reprogram their mindset, and achieve extraordinary success through courageous asking. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Failure can lead to If you want to succeed faster, you should be willing and wanting to fail faster. Failur…

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From High School Teacher to CEO & Entrepreneur with Kirk Cooper: An EOFire Classic from 2022 20:39

23d ago20:39

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From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Kirk Cooper is the CEO and founder of Ecom Automation Gurus and is also the author of Scratch and Claw…

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