Without Permission

John Fain

How do successful people end up where they are? Success isn't (generally) planned in advance, despite what influencers and gurus try to lead everyone to believe. This is the place to learn how others have done it--often without knowing what they were doing from the start.

Episodes

  1. Oct 12

    Why You Will Never Feel Ready To Start

    Obligatory: I do NOT use AI in my video production or editing work. I will never use AI in any dialog or voiceovers you hear in my productions.  Now that that's clear, here's the description: Stop waiting for the "perfect" time to build your dream. If you want to start a business, change your career, or pursue a big goal like changing your body and lifestyle, these stories will help. I'm John Fain, and in this introduction to my documentary podcast Without Permission, I explore the psychology of starting something new—especially when you don't feel ready. Discover how to override the fear of failure, break down the mental barriers to entry, and push through uncertainty to build something uniquely yours. Whether you want to write a book, become an entrepreneur, or start something big in your life (that you are terrified of starting), learn why the hardest part is simply taking the first step, and what incredible things happen on the other side of fear. ✨ Subscribe to the channel for more ACTIONABLE inspiration on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and life transitions. 📌 What You’ll Learn In This Video: • 0:00 - The Dangerous Lie of "Feeling Ready" • 1:15 - Why Starting a Business is Mentally Hard • 2:45 - Overcoming the Fear of the Unknown • 4:10 - How to Stop Waiting for Permission and Take Action 🚀 About Without Permission: Without Permission is a documentary podcast dedicated to the rule-breakers, creators, and entrepreneurs who decided to start before they were ready. We share the raw, personal stories of real people who built companies, changed paths, and chased impossible goals despite deep uncertainty. 🔗 Connect With Me: • 📸 Follow John Fain on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/runawayfain?stkn=dHBycGU0aG1qaXo0&utm_source=qr] #Entrepreneurship #StartABusiness #Mindset #OvercomeFear #WithoutPermission #PersonalGrowth #CareerChange

  2. Apr 15

    My Podcast Studio Setup TESTED By My Kid

    🎙️ Can My Gear Handle a Kid? | Podcast Studio Stress Test What happens when you let a kid take over a professional podcast studio setup? Today, we’re putting my gear to the ultimate durability test by recording the first-ever episode of a brand-new show: "This Is Your Life Cycle: Strikes Back." It's not actually called that--just go with it. In this video, I’m joined by a very special guest (aka "Kiddo") to see if my home podcast equipment can handle high-energy interviews, 14 mph running stories, and the occasional "ghost bike" sighting. If you’re a creator looking for a reliable podcast setup that can withstand the chaos of real life, this is the video for you! What’s inside this episode: Be a Pretty Nice Guy: Why being kind is his brand. Environmental Advice: A kid’s take on why we shouldn't litter. Speed Tests: How to clock yourself running 14 mph on a sidewalk. The Gear Test: Watch how the podcast microphones and boom arms hold up when the guest won't stay in his chair! If you’re a beginner looking for podcast gear recommendations or just here for the wholesome laughs, you’ll see exactly how this studio performs under pressure. Gear Used in This Video: 🔗Microphones: [https://amzn.to/4bS15Ff ] 🔗A-Camera: [https://amzn.to/47VzzEk ] 🔗 Recorder: [https://amzn.to/3NzV0nu ] 🔗 Cables: [https://amzn.to/3PPjo5f ] 🔗 Key Light: [https://amzn.to/3NC8kb8 ] Connect With Me: ✅ Subscribe to learn how people have started their businesses and turned their visions into reality. 💬

    My Podcast Studio Setup TESTED By My Kid

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How do successful people end up where they are? Success isn't (generally) planned in advance, despite what influencers and gurus try to lead everyone to believe. This is the place to learn how others have done it--often without knowing what they were doing from the start.