What Are You Made Of?

Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco
  • 4.7 (14)
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Join me on "The What Are You Made Of? Show" where we share the ingredients of what went into making my guests and myself who we are. We will be sharing stories,aiming to help you reflect on your own past experiences, uncovering your true strength and resilience. This podcast is designed for those interested in Entrepreneurship and Personal Development, offering insights into performance, persistence, and inspiration. It's not just entertaining; it's a valuable resource for your journey of self-discovery and closing the gap between where you are and where you are capable of being.

  1. 2d ago

    Starting From Stupid: How Cherie Hoeger Built a Business That Changes Lives

    This episode of What Are You Made Of? Show with Cherie Hoeger explores how a simple product idea can become a purpose-driven business with the power to create meaningful social change. As the Co-founder and CEO of Saalt, Cherie shares how her experience in entrepreneurship and her connection to family in Venezuela led her to discover reusable period care products—and ultimately inspired her to reimagine how women think about menstrual care. She and Mike "C-Roc" discuss breaking taboos, challenging outdated industries, building a sustainable brand, and the importance of committing to a vision before knowing exactly how to achieve it. Cherie also opens up about Saalt’s mission to end period poverty and its impact on women and girls around the world, as well as the personal motivation behind creating products she would want for her own five daughters. An inspiring conversation about innovation, entrepreneurship, motherhood, sustainability, and using business as a force for good. Website- https://saalt.com/ Social Media Links/Handles: https://www.facebook.com/saaltco/ https://www.instagram.com/saaltco/ , https://www.instagram.com/cherie.hoeger/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/saaltco/?viewAsMember=true https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherie-hoeger-5b3679b/ https://www.youtube.com/@saaltco https://www.tiktok.com/@saaltco https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-saalt-show/id6788836685

  2. 3d ago

    From Street Performer to Country Star: The Grit Behind Coffey Anderson’s Success

    On this episode of What Are You Made Of ? show, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with country music powerhouse, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and seven-time Grand Ole Opry performer Coffey Anderson for a powerful conversation about grit, faith, family, purpose, and building your own path to success. Coffey opens up about the experiences that shaped him, from growing up in a small Texas town and watching his mother face adversity with unwavering faith, to learning resilience and the ability to read people from his father’s military and law-enforcement background. Coffey shares why he believes success starts with knowing exactly what your finish line looks like and then reverse-engineering the path to get there. He talks about his decision to stop waiting for traditional opportunities in the music industry and instead go directly to the buyers, building his career on his own terms. He reveals how he turned street performing into a thriving business, earning more than $86,000 in one year while building a 9,000-person email list—all by treating his talent, audience, and relationships like a real business. Throughout the conversation, Coffey shares the mindset behind his relentless work ethic, his belief in faith and responsibility, and why he would rather have a million customers than a million followers. From music and entrepreneurship to fatherhood, purpose, and serving others, Coffey offers a powerful reminder that success isn't about waiting for someone to give you an opportunity—it's about knowing what you're made of, defining what you want, and having the grit to build your own way. Website-coffeyanderson.com Social Media Links/Handles: https://www.facebook.com/coffeyanderson https://www.instagram.com/coffeyanderson https://x.com/coffeyanderson https://www.youtube.com/coffeysouthernman https://www.tiktok.com/@the_coffeyanderson

  3. 4d ago

    Your Emotions Aren’t the Enemy: Building Emotional Resilience with Sara Westbrook

    In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike "C-Roc" sits down with Sara Westbrook, keynote speaker, author, singer, and Emotional Resilience Strategist, for a powerful conversation about emotions, perception, and the choices we make when life gets uncomfortable. Sara shares how her journey from a young singer and performer to an emotional resilience strategist taught her that our emotions aren’t weaknesses—they’re information. She explains how shifting our perspective can change the way we experience challenges, why connection must come before redirection, and how learning to embrace discomfort can help us respond with courage, respect, and intention. Mike "C-Roc" and Sara also explore the importance of living the message you teach, using adversity as fuel rather than baggage, and seeing situations from a different perspective before making decisions. Sara shares insights from her Choice Making Formula and explains how emotional resilience can strengthen both our personal and professional lives. This episode is a reminder that while we may not control everything that happens to us, we can choose how we perceive it, respond to it, and ultimately move forward. Website-https://www.sarawestbrook.com/ Social Media Links/Handles- https://www.instagram.com/iamsarawestbrook/?hl=en http://www.linkedin.com/in/sarawestbrook/

  4. 5d ago

    True Wealth: Building, Protecting, and Leaving a Legacy with Jessica Lynn Silva

    In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with award-winning estate planning and probate attorney, entrepreneur, speaker, author, and business coach Jessica Lynn Silva, Esq. Jessica opens up about growing up in poverty, becoming a single mother at 18, and the grit, resilience, and determination that shaped the woman and business leader she is today. She shares how those early experiences taught her the value of hard work, intentional planning, and never taking an opportunity for granted. Jessica and Mike "C-Roc" dive deep into what true wealth really means—from financial success and business growth to character, relationships, integrity, and the legacy we leave behind. Drawing from her years in estate planning and probate, Jessica shares a powerful perspective on what matters most at the end of life and why protecting what you've built is just as important as building it. They also discuss leadership, authentic relationships, overcoming adversity, finding the right people to surround yourself with, and shifting the focus from how much money you can make to how many people you can serve. This conversation is a reminder that success is not just about what you accumulate, but who you become, who you impact, and what you leave behind. Website- www.jessicalynnlaw.comhttps://www.instagram.com/jess.lynn.silva/?hl=en

  5. Oct 1

    The Red Dress Moment: How Confidence Starts From the Outside In with Kimmy Seltzer

    In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Kimmy Seltzer, a confidence therapist, dating strategist, and image expert who helps people transform their confidence and relationships from the outside in. Kimmy shares her personal “red dress moment,” the turning point that led her from traditional therapy into helping people build confidence through style, body language, social skills, and emotional intelligence. She explains her Charisma Quotient formula, the role of flirting and approachability in modern dating, and why people often get stuck in analysis paralysis instead of taking action. Mike and Kimmy also explore how dating has changed with apps, the growing return to real-life connection, and the importance of having the confidence and social skills to create meaningful connections in person.Website- www.kimmyseltzer.com Social Media Links/Handles: https://www.facebook.com/kimmyseltzer/ https://www.instagram.com/kimmyseltzer/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimmyseltzer/ https://youtube.com/KimmySeltzer https://www.tiktok.com/@kimmyseltzer

  6. Sep 30

    From SBA Lender to Entrepreneur: How Sterling Birdsong Built Businesses Through Funding, Patience and Action

    In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Sterling Birdsong, owner of Lendstra, a nationwide SBA loan placement platform helping small business owners secure $500,000 or more in funding. Sterling shares his journey from spending 13 years in banking and SBA lending to launching his own company and helping entrepreneurs navigate the often-complex funding process. He explains how working independently allows his team to connect business owners with a network of lenders and stay involved from the initial application through closing. Sterling also opens up about his entrepreneurial journey outside of lending, including how he went from opening his first tanning salon in 2024 to owning five GLO Tanning locations in less than two years. He shares the difference between starting a business from scratch and acquiring an established one, how he evaluates opportunities, and why having the right operating partner has been essential to scaling. Throughout the conversation, Sterling talks about patience, persistence, taking action, learning from mistakes, and knowing when to admit you don’t have all the answers. He and C-Roc also discuss the idea of “patient urgency”—being patient with the process and outcome while staying urgent about the actions needed to move forward. Website- lendstra.com https://www.instagram.com/sterling.sba/

  7. Sep 29

    The Truth About Sugar Dating: Misconceptions, Money and Relationships with Marcus

    What happens when a 16-year marriage ends and you suddenly find yourself back in the dating world after nearly two decades? In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Marcus, host of Secrets of a Sugar Daddy, to talk about his unexpected journey into the world of sugar dating and the experiences that inspired him to start one of the most talked-about podcasts in the space. Marcus shares what dating looked like when he re-entered the scene at 48, why traditional dating apps weren’t working for him, and how discovering a different approach to dating completely changed his perspective. He also opens up about the misconceptions surrounding sugar dating, the difference between genuine relationships and transactional encounters, and how people navigate trust, expectations, and compatibility in this unique dating world. The conversation also gets personal as Marcus reflects on his 16-year marriage, divorce, starting over, and the lessons he learned about relationships, connection, and knowing what you really want. From wild dating stories and unexpected friendships to the realities behind a lifestyle that is often misunderstood, Marcus and C-Roc have an honest conversation about dating, relationships, reinvention, and finding your own path when life takes an unexpected turn. Website- www.secretsofasugardaddy.com Social Media Links/Handles: https://www.instagram.com/secretsofasugardaddy/?hl=en www.patreon.com/secretsofasugardaddypodcast

  8. Sep 28

    How to Turn Social Media Attention Into High-Ticket Sales with Lauren Tickner

    In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with entrepreneur and sales strategist Lauren Tickner, a master at turning social media attention into high-ticket sales and building businesses around expertise. Lauren shares how she started selling fitness programs online before “online coaching” was mainstream, built an audience on Instagram, and ultimately dropped out of university to pursue entrepreneurship full-time. She also opens up about her experience on Clubhouse, why demonstrating real expertise matters more than simply creating content, and how long-form conversations can build authority and trust. Mike "C-Roc" and Lauren also dive into the importance of being intentional about whose advice you follow, the difference between an opinion and true counsel, and why success in one area doesn't necessarily tell you what is happening behind the scenes in someone's life. They also explore the rapidly changing role of AI in content creation, including how Lauren is using AI to automate video editing, create social media content, and potentially reduce the time and cost involved in running a content operation. From entrepreneurship and high-ticket sales to social media, personal growth, and AI, this conversation offers practical insights for anyone looking to turn their expertise and online presence into a real business. Website-scalesystems.io Social Media Links/Handles- Www.linkedin.com/in/laurentickner Youtube.com/c/laurentickner

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Join me on "The What Are You Made Of? Show" where we share the ingredients of what went into making my guests and myself who we are. We will be sharing stories,aiming to help you reflect on your own past experiences, uncovering your true strength and resilience. This podcast is designed for those interested in Entrepreneurship and Personal Development, offering insights into performance, persistence, and inspiration. It's not just entertaining; it's a valuable resource for your journey of self-discovery and closing the gap between where you are and where you are capable of being.

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  • Creator
    Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    908
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco
  • Show Website
    What Are You Made Of?