Going Long Podcast with Billy Keels

Billy Keels
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Are you a high-performing executive who wants to earn freedom while keeping your professional edge? Then the Going Long Podcast with Billy Keels is for you. This podcast shares the actionable insights you want to make more money, build more freedom, and maintain the career you've built. Whether you're building a business on the side, investing your capital, or identifying your passion project, you'll get real stories and tactical strategies from others who've done the same on their terms. Hosted by international advisor and founder of The Executive Edge Advisory™️ Program, Billy Keels, this is your blueprint for creating income optionality, growing with intention, and protecting the professional momentum you've earned. With over 550 episodes and more than five years of insights, this show delivers a mix of solo episodes and expert guest interviews.

  1. Episode 615: The Truth About When To Build or Invest

    18H AGO

    Episode 615: The Truth About When To Build or Invest

    Going Long Podcast Episode 615: The Truth About When To Build or Invest  ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:   [00:24 - 00:54] Billy welcomes us to, and introduces, today's show. [00:54 - 12:05] Billy takes the pain out of working out how to decide when (and whether) to build or to invest. [12:05 - 13:19] Billy wraps up the show.   If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at:  www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionality Gain true control over your career Turn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI     Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

    13 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Episode 614: Leadership and LearnIt - Damon Lembi

    Going Long Podcast Episode 614: Leadership and LearnIt - Damon Lembi  ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. )   Billy welcomes Damon Lembi - a 3x bestselling author, the host of The Learn-It-All Podcast, and CEO of Learnit –a live learning platform that has upskilled over 2 million people. Drawing from his prior baseball career, Damon brings an athlete's perspective to leadership. Through his journey, he has gained invaluable insights into what helps organizations grow, how great leaders learn, and why learn-it-all companies outpace their competitors every time. And today Damon fields questions from Billy that reveal a whole treasure trove of insights and advice for those seeking maximum optionality in life!   In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:   [00:24 - 01:54] Billy welcomes and introduces today's special guest, Damon Lembi. [01:54 - 08:58] Billy asks Damon to share more about himself and his backstory in his own words. [08:58 - 11:27] Damon shares insights into how people can pivot confidently by leveraging the skills they have already built.  [11:27 - 15:40] Billy asks Damon to describe how he gets and keeps his focus and drive. [15:40 - 21:54] Damon explains how to start the process of identifying the niche you want to occupy in your new business and what first moves should be made to start the ball rolling while still in your corporate role. [21:54 - 26:33] Damon describes what you should do if you realise that your new endeavour isn't going the way you want or need. [26:33 - 33:44] Billy asks Damon to explain and describe all about his business, LearnIt, and what services they provide. [33:44 - 39:37] Damon shares his thoughts on the work/life balance and how he invests his time presently. [39:37 - 43:58] Damon tells us the backstory behind his podcast and shares some advice for others who may be thinking about starting their own. [43:58 - 46:50] Billy asks Damon to share the message that he would like to hear from himself three years from now. [46:50 - 49:27] Billy sums up all we've learned from Damon today and asks him to share the best ways we can get in contact and find him online. [49:27 - 50:25] Billy wraps up the show   How best to get in touch with and find out more about Damon Lembi: Website: https://www.learnit.com/author/damon-lembi    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damonlembi    Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-learn-it-all-podcast/id1714645917    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at:  www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionality Gain true control over your career Turn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI     Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

    50 min
  3. Episode 613: How to Overcome Corporate Reset Syndrome

    MAR 19

    Episode 613: How to Overcome Corporate Reset Syndrome

    Going Long Podcast Episode 613: How to Overcome Corporate Reset Syndrome  ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:   [00:24 - 00:51] Billy welcomes us to, and introduces, today's show. [00:51 - 11:30] Billy takes a look at the issue of how goals and achievements can reset at the end of the fiscal year, the negative impacts this will have on you, and what you can do to get past the cyclical treadmill of Corporate Reset Syndrome. [11:30 - 13:11] Billy wraps up the show   If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at:  www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionality Gain true control over your career Turn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI     Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

    13 min

  4. MAR 17

    Episode 612: From Asset Management to MYCOlive CEO - Mani Yanika

    Going Long Podcast Episode 612: From Asset Management to MYCOlive CEO - Mani Yanika  ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:   [00:24 - 02:02] Billy welcomes and introduces today's special guest, Mani Yanika. [02:02 - 05:03] Billy asks Mani to share more about himself in his own words. [05:03 - 08:13] Mani describes the experience and process of working towards new personal goals while already in a successful, high-earning corporate role [08:13 - 16:03] Billy asks Mani what the event and circumstance was that led him to want to move towards actioning a 'Plan B'.  [16:03 - 21:30] Mani explains how his earlier corporate experiences and learning opportunities help him in his life and work today. [21:30 - 27:28] Mani describes the practical understanding behind the philosophy of "Everything is perfect, until it's not". [27:28 - 30:40] Billy asks Mani what his mindset and motivation behind sharing results publicly is. [30:40 - 34:12] Mani tells us all about his business MYCOlive, the backstory, and the people he serves. [34:12 - 38:35] Mani shares the message that he would like to hear from himself three years from now. [38:35 - 41:19] Billy sums up all we've learned from Mani today and asks him to share the best ways we can get in contact and find him online. [41:19 - 42:36] Billy wraps up the show   How best to get in touch with and find out more about Mani Yanika: Website: https://mycolive.com/    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maniyanika/    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at:  www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionality Gain true control over your career Turn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI     Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

    43 min
  5. Episode 611: This Is The Hard Decision Strong Leaders Make

    MAR 12

    Episode 611: This Is The Hard Decision Strong Leaders Make

    Going Long Podcast Episode 611: This Is The Hard Decision Strong Leaders Make  ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:   [00:24 - 00:52] Billy welcomes us to, and introduces, today's show. [00:52 - 10:03] Billy describes the reality of what you need to do as someone in a "comfortable" corporate position who wants to have more control and optionality in life.  [10:03 - 11:12] Billy wraps up the show   If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at:  www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionality Gain true control over your career Turn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI     Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

    11 min
  6. Episode 610: Native Aerospace & Defense - Kenny Williams

    MAR 10

    Episode 610: Native Aerospace & Defense - Kenny Williams

    Going Long Podcast Episode 610: Native Aerospace & Defense - Kenny Williams  ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:   [00:24 - 02:06] Billy welcomes and introduces today's special guest, Kenny Williams. [02:06 - 14:02] Billy asks Kenny to share more about himself in his own words. [14:02 - 18:53] Kenny describes the impact that his parents had on his trajectory. [18:53 - 25:30] Billy asks Kenny to explain how he was able to take challenges and learning experiences and leverage them into creating and achieving new goals. [25:30 - 32:25] Kenny describes the reasoning behind why he chose to move on from a well-paid, secure corporate role to go it alone.  [32:25 - 40:11] Kenny explains how he was able to identify what unique problems he wanted to solve for clients as a service. [40:11 - 44:27] Billy asks Kenny to share the message she would like to hear from herself 3 years from now. [44:27 - 48:07] Billy sums up all we've learned from Kenny today and asks him to share the best ways we can get in contact and find him online. [48:07 - 49:28] Billy wraps up the show   How best to get in touch with and find out more about Kenny Williams: Website: https://nativeaerodef.com/    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennyw2    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at:  www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionality Gain true control over your career Turn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI     Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

    49 min
  7. Episode 609: Here's the Truth About What Money Will Buy You

    MAR 5

    Episode 609: Here's the Truth About What Money Will Buy You

    Going Long Podcast Episode 609: Here's the Truth About What Money Will Buy You  ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:   [00:24 - 01:04] Billy welcomes us to, and introduces, today's show. [01:04 - 08:16] Billy takes a closer look at what money actually can and will buy you - versus what it will not. [08:16 - 09:38] Billy wraps up the show   If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at:  www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionality Gain true control over your career Turn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI     Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

    10 min
  8. Episode 608: LinkedIn for GovCon - Cecilia McDonnell

    MAR 3

    Episode 608: LinkedIn for GovCon - Cecilia McDonnell

    Going Long Podcast Episode 608: LinkedIn for GovCon - Cecilia McDonnell   ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:   [00:24 - 02:26] Billy welcomes and introduces today's special guest, Cecilia McDonnell. [02:26 - 06:22] Billy asks Cecilia to share more about herself in her own words. [06:22 - 09:50] Cecilia shares insights of the experience and positive aspects of having an international and multicultural family life. [09:50 - 15:27] Billy asks Cecilia to describe how her earlier corporate life influenced and informed her later actions, experiences and successes. [15:27 - 24:39] Cecilia describes the process of realising she wanted to serve others in her own ways and on her own terms and how she made the break from corporate. [24:39 - 31:25] Cecilia shares with us all about her passion project and service, LinkedInforGovCon.  [31:25 - 36:19] Billy asks Cecilia to share the message she would like to hear from herself 3 years from now. [36:19 - 38:54] Billy sums up all we've learned from Cecilia today and asks her to share the best ways we can get in contact and find her online. [38:54 - 39:46] Billy wraps up the show   How best to get in touch with and find out more about Cecilia McDonnell: Website: https://www.linkedinforgovcon.com/    LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/cecilia-mcdonnell n-clarity    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at:  www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionality Gain true control over your career Turn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI     Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

    40 min
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Are you a high-performing executive who wants to earn freedom while keeping your professional edge? Then the Going Long Podcast with Billy Keels is for you. This podcast shares the actionable insights you want to make more money, build more freedom, and maintain the career you've built. Whether you're building a business on the side, investing your capital, or identifying your passion project, you'll get real stories and tactical strategies from others who've done the same on their terms. Hosted by international advisor and founder of The Executive Edge Advisory™️ Program, Billy Keels, this is your blueprint for creating income optionality, growing with intention, and protecting the professional momentum you've earned. With over 550 episodes and more than five years of insights, this show delivers a mix of solo episodes and expert guest interviews.

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