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Welcome to "Hacks and Hobbies - Passion to Profit Stories," a space where we delve deep into the captivating journeys of passionate creators transforming their beloved hobbies into lucrative ventures. Hosted by Junaid Ahmed, our conversations are more than surface-level; we unravel the intricate paths and strategies that have propelled our guests to success.

Discover actionable insights, practical tips, and success roadmaps while gaining valuable wisdom from a diverse array of entrepreneurs, artisans, entertainers, athletes, and visionaries from around the globe. Join us in exploring the

Hacks and Hobbies - Passion to Profit Stories Junaid Ahmed

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Welcome to "Hacks and Hobbies - Passion to Profit Stories," a space where we delve deep into the captivating journeys of passionate creators transforming their beloved hobbies into lucrative ventures. Hosted by Junaid Ahmed, our conversations are more than surface-level; we unravel the intricate paths and strategies that have propelled our guests to success.

Discover actionable insights, practical tips, and success roadmaps while gaining valuable wisdom from a diverse array of entrepreneurs, artisans, entertainers, athletes, and visionaries from around the globe. Join us in exploring the

    E616 - Ken Rusk - How to Take Control of Your Future and Live the Life You Want Without Going to College

    E616 - Ken Rusk - How to Take Control of Your Future and Live the Life You Want Without Going to College

    In this episode, we get to speak with Ken Rusk.



    Ken Rusk, is an author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Blue Collar Cash. Ken has over 30 years of experience in business and has helped thousands of people achieve financial freedom by pursuing in-demand careers outside the traditional college path. In this episode, Ken shares his top hack for setting clear goals using visualization. He also discusses how to let supply and demand work for you by finding careers where the demand outweighs the supply. We dive into Ken's journey from digging ditches as a young man to building multiple successful companies. By the end of the episode, you'll have practical tips to take control of your future and live the life you want.



    I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation with Ken Rusk.

    Our Guest


    linkedin.com/in/ken-rusk-2656a7175

    kenrusk.com/

    3 Hacks to take away


    Ken Rusk shares his top hack for setting crystal clear goals using visualization which involves drawing out your ideal future life in detail on a poster board.


    Letting supply and demand work for you by finding careers where there is high demand but low supply such as electricians, plumbers, etc.


    Ken discusses his journey from digging ditches as a young man to building multiple successful companies, emphasizing that you don't need a college degree to be successful in business.



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    • 45 min
    E615 - Beate Chelette - How to Architect Your Growth Mindset and Manifest Success Like a Pro

    E615 - Beate Chelette - How to Architect Your Growth Mindset and Manifest Success Like a Pro

    In this episode, we get to speak with Beate Chelette.



    Beate Chelette is a renowned growth expert and founder of the Women's Code. Beate will share her incredible journey from photography passion to building a global business and selling it to Bill Gates. She'll also discuss her work helping entrepreneurs architect their growth through personal development and business strategies. We'll cover topics like mindset, manifestation, entrepreneurship, and more. Be sure to stick around until the end for Beate's top growth hacks you can apply today.



    It's going to be an insightful conversation so let's get started!



    So without further ado, let's jump right into our interview!

    Our Guest


    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatechelette/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrowthArchitectureLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatecheletteTwitter: https://twitter.com/BeateCheletteYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowthArchitectureWebsite: https://beatechelette.com/

    3 Hacks to take away





    Fail faster by eliminating non-working methods to work smarter instead of harder. Testing ideas and failing quickly helps optimize processes.


    Align your mindset with spirituality through principles of gratitude, giving without expectation of return, and believing in your ability to succeed. This connects you to a higher source and allows the universe to support your goals.


    Take action by doing the work, whether that means connecting with people, putting out content, or building your business. Visualizing success is not enough - you must take tangible steps to manifest your dreams.



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    • 53 min
    E614- Richard Kaufman - How to Start a Successful Podcast from Scratch

    E614- Richard Kaufman - How to Start a Successful Podcast from Scratch

    In this episode, we get to speak with Richard Kaufman.

    Richard is a bestselling author, combat veteran, and one of the top podcast hosts with over 2 million downloads. We'll be discussing Richard's incredible journey from a ninth grade dropout to becoming a successful entrepreneur. We'll also get some of Richard's best tips for starting and growing a successful podcast. I know you'll find a lot of value from Richard's vast experience.

    So without further ado, let's jump right into our interview!

    Our Guest
    Everything is a Vertical Momentum Podcast. www.verticalmomentumpodcast.com

    3 Hacks to take away


    Define your target audience and create a clear avatar for who your perfect listener is. Tailor your content specifically for them.


    Have a clear purpose, power, and profit model for your podcast. Make sure there is a reason for listeners to tune in beyond entertainment.


    Find the right mentors to learn from and be teachable. Don't be afraid to ask for help from more experienced podcasters.



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    • 44 min
    E613 - Jeanne Omlor - How to Overcome Debt and Build a Successful Online Coaching Business Through Organic Marketing

    E613 - Jeanne Omlor - How to Overcome Debt and Build a Successful Online Coaching Business Through Organic Marketing

    In this episode, we get to speak with Jeanne Omlor.



    Jeanne is a successful entrepreneur and coach who helps other businesses thrive online. We'll hear Jeanne's inspiring story of overcoming debt and building a seven-figure coaching business through organic marketing on Facebook and LinkedIn. Jeanne will share insights on how to establish an online presence, common mistakes businesses make, and how to help clients maximize profits while staying true to their vision. We'll also get some entrepreneurial advice during a rapid-fire Q&A. So grab a pen and paper as John reveals three hacks you can use today to get unstuck and take your business to the next level.



    Thanks for tuning in - let's get started!



    Our Guest


    Websitehttps://jeanneomlor.com/reviews/LinkedIn URLhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanneomlorTwitter URLhttps://twitter.com/jeanneomlorInstagram URLhttps://www.instagram.com/jeanneomlor/Facebook URLhttps://www.facebook.com/jeanneomlor/

    3 Hacks to take away





    he speaker struggled with online marketing at first but was able to leverage Facebook Messenger conversations to understand market needs and close 18 sales calls, resulting in $1 million in revenue through organic marketing on Facebook and LinkedIn.


    The speaker overcame a coach's limiting beliefs about money by helping her remember who she truly was as an incredible coach beyond her current business challenges, which led to the coach's highest cash month of $45,000 working with the speaker.


    The speaker emphasizes the importance of doing morning mindset rituals, seeking help from others rather than trying to do everything alone, and putting in the necessary reps with the right mindset in order to achieve business success.



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    • 36 min
    E612 - Steve Spiro - How to Overcome Obstacles and Become a Master Connector

    E612 - Steve Spiro - How to Overcome Obstacles and Become a Master Connector

    In this episode, we get to speak with Steve Spiro.

    Steve started his first company right out of college in advertising. Additionally, he holds a 4th degree black belt in Karate & 1st degree in Jujitsu, including having his own Karate studio. Steve contributes much of his successes to a strong work ethic, a can-do, never-quit attitude, discipline, integrity and fearlessness that he cultivated in the martial arts. Steve is a master connector with over 41,000 contacts.

    He does a LinkedIn Live broadcast every week called the Master Connector Show. He eventually pivoted from advertising into technology and now is a business automation consultant. Steve is big on self-development and loves to inspire people to get out of their comfort zone too, through speaking engagements.

    I know you'll find this discussion with Steve both insightful and motivating. Thanks so much for tuning in!

    Our Guest


    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-spiro-master-connector/Website: http://stevespiro.com/Speaker website: https://spiro-global.com/Show website: http://masterconnector.showTwitter: https://twitter.com/SteveSpiro3Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevelspiro/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN46t7Y5SrWutrLsyNviYCQHighlight Reel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAr61rTBq8I

    3 Hacks to take away:


    How martial arts helped Steve develop discipline, block out physical and emotional pain, and cultivate a never-quit attitude that allowed him to surpass all his classmates except for one veteran practitioner.


    Steve's journey from being an introvert to becoming a master connector with over 80,000 contacts by following the advice of a mentor to meet strangers daily and prioritizing being others-focused through adding value to conversations.


    Steve's tips for how listeners can improve their networking, including connecting authentically by sharing vulnerabilities, being others-focused through giving value without an agenda, and building community on LinkedIn by growing connections and regularly engaging others.



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    • 32 min
    E611 - Cody Limbaugh - How to Transform Your Life and Empower Yourself Through Strength Training and Healthy Habits

    E611 - Cody Limbaugh - How to Transform Your Life and Empower Yourself Through Strength Training and Healthy Habits

    In this episode, we get to speak with Cody Limbaugh.

    Cody has over 20 years of experience as a strength and conditioning coach. He'll be sharing stories of transforming clients' lives through fitness and helping them find their inner strength. We'll also discuss the importance of maintaining vitality and independence as we age. Cody will give us some tips for building healthy habits to live a longer, more fulfilling life.

    I'm excited to learn from Cody's expertise in coaching, goal setting, and building relationships.

    It's going to be a insightful discussion on optimizing our wellness and empowering ourselves to conquer any obstacles. Thanks for tuning in!

    Our Guest

    www.howtofittogether.com(New Socials coming soon)

    3 Hacks from Our Guest



    Cody shares the story of a client who improved their sleep apnea score from 44 to 7 in just 6 months through Cody's strength training program, adding an estimated 15 years to their life.
    Cody discusses the concept of the "lithium method" of coaching, which focuses on developing daily practices and habits to work towards one's vision rather than setting specific goals, leading to positive changes in clients.

    Cody emphasizes the importance of taking action, starting small if needed, and being willing to pivot and ask for help from others rather than trying to do everything alone as an entrepreneur.



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    • 34 min

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