Honest to Goodness Eric Clark

Dave Molenda, Founder of Positive Polarity, Host of the Positive Polarity Podcast, and Author of #1 Amazon Best Selling Book - Growing On Purpose shares his story of how he became an entrepreneur and author, even though he dealt with some limiting beliefs and imposter syndrome; something I think we all deal with on some level.

Dave successfully started his first business with $0.00 and grew it to $10M before selling it and starting another venture. 

We hope there's something in this week's episode you needed to hear! 

As you read this, you're actively changing in some way, shape, or form. Our guest, Charles Johnson gave a Ted Talk on seeing change within ourselves in real-time. "Why are some people changing for the better, while others are changing for the worst?" Charlie shares how he discovered the power of self-accountability and how to push forward no matter the obstacles.

Moreover, how can we challenge ourselves to be still, present, and soak in a moment, and self-reflect? If you're struggling to find time to focus or think clearly and think about you "why" this is an episode that can help you consider what's going on below the surface in the undercurrent of your mind. 

This is a story about the true spirit of an entrepreneur. Brad Luttrell, Cofounder, and CEO of GoWild shares the story of his early days as an entrepreneur trying his hand at several different business endeavors. Some were successful, others not so much. 

When you have a dream, a vision, or just the hardwiring to become an entrepreneur - you keep going and figure things out. 

This story embodies the spirit of a true entrepreneur, and touches on the startup ecosystem, pitching investors, and how to build a true culture within a company that cultivates growth both personally and professionally. 

If you don't like the hand you were dealt, there's an unlimited number of cards in the deck of life and you can always reshuffle it and write your own destiny. 

Oleg Lougheed, Executive Director of Overcoming Odds shares his story of how he overcame his odds. He grew up in an orphanage in Russia, and was eventually adopted and came to the US. 

He's reshaped his entire life and has learned to transform doubts and poor circumstances into challenges that he willingly accepts and overcomes. 

You've heard of the long game, but what about the long goal? Joe Quatrone, SVP at The Sasha Group, a VaynerX co. shares his story about how he completely transformed his life. 

He set one really long goal, and it's allowed him to have a north star in his life as he traverses his path to becoming a CMO. Currently, Joe works with Gary Vaynerchuk at the Sasha Group, which is a Vayner X company. Previously, he's worked with brands like Audi, Ford, and Anheuser-Busch to build, develop, and run their social media advertising. 

If you're a marketer or someone just looking to start down a career path, this episode is for you! 

I've always heard of people starting a business by combining something they're good at and something they like or enjoy doing, usually something they're passionate about. 

In this week's story, Jon Thomas, CEO, and Founder of Tap Cancer Out shares that he took something he hates (cancer) and something he loves, Brazilian jiu-jitsu to create a national event-based non-profit organization that helps fund cancer research.