The Resiliency Project

Nik Agharkar
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Real conversations about failure, resilience, and starting again Nik Agharkar, founder of Crowne Point Tax, hosts The Resiliency Project, a long-form interview podcast focused on what happens after failure. Through candid conversations with founders, executives, professionals, and creators, the show explores real setbacks, reinvention, and the mindset shifts that make resilience possible. Each episode reframes struggle, offering practical insight listeners can apply to their own challenges.

  1. 11h ago

    The $1.7 Million Setback That Changed His Leadership. Convo w/ Stephen Scoggins

    "Transcendence is on the other side of the very thing you don't want to face." - Stephen Scoggins In this episode of The Resiliency Project, entrepreneur and leadership expert Stephen Scoggins shares how some of the lowest moments of his life became the foundation for everything he built afterward. From experiencing homelessness as a young man to rebuilding his life and eventually building a successful company, Scoggins explains why resilience requires accountability, trust, and a willingness to face difficult seasons instead of running from them. He reflects on the mentors who gave him a second chance, the lessons he learned through business setbacks, and why continuing to move forward can change what comes next. Episode Links Connect with Stephen Scoggins: https://stephenscoggins.com/ Stephen Scoggins Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LionLambWithStephen/podcasts Work with Stephen Scoggins: https://resources.onepartliononepartlamb.com/3dayintegratedleadershipmasterclass

  2. 6d ago

    What Resilience Really Looks Like When Everything Falls Apart. Convo w/ Matt Uhler

    “Resiliency is being willing to get knocked on my ass and being willing to get up.” - Matt Uhler In this episode of The Resiliency Project, business broker, entrepreneur, and Amped Success founder Matt Uhler shares how he navigated one of the most difficult periods of his career when the 2008 financial crisis threatened the business he had just taken on. From watching deals fall apart and taking on significant debt to rebuilding one transaction at a time, Uhler explains why he focused on what he could control and leaned into the skills he knew best. He also reflects on the value of experience, the dangers of chasing business advice on social media, and why resilience often comes down to getting back up and continuing forward. Episode Links  Matt Uhler LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-uhler-a9896612/ Amped Success: https://ampedsuccess.com/

  3. Aug 5

    He Got Knocked Out. Then Went Back to the Gym Monday. Convo w/ Forrest Griffin

    "If you did the work and didn't quit on yourself, you'll be fine." - Forrest Griffin In this episode of The Resiliency Project, former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, The Ultimate Fighter winner, and UFC Vice President of Athlete Development Forrest Griffin shares the mindset that carried him through the highest highs and toughest setbacks of his career. From getting knocked out in front of the world to rebuilding his confidence and eventually becoming a UFC champion, Griffin explains why failure never defined him. Episode Links Forrest Griffin: https://www.ufc.com/athlete/forrest-griffin

  4. Jul 29

    The Practice That Nearly Ended His Dream. Convo w/ Aaron Taylor

    "The gold in our lives lies just beyond where we're afraid or unwilling to go." - Aaron Taylor In this episode of The Resiliency Project, Super Bowl champion, CBS Sports analyst, and College Football Hall of Famer Aaron Taylor shares the moments that tested his resilience long before he reached the NFL. From overcoming childhood trauma, addiction, and self-doubt to nearly walking away from football after a devastating first practice, Taylor explains how faith, courage, and a willingness to keep showing up changed the course of his life. He reflects on the mentors who shaped him, the lessons he's learned as a father, and why the greatest rewards are often found just beyond the places we're most afraid to go. Episode Links Aaron Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarontaylormentalhealth/ Elite Mentals LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elite-mentals/about/

  5. Jul 22

    You Don't Fail Until You Stop Trying. Convo w/ NY Giants Legend Tiki Barber

    “Failure is only something that sits on your resume when you settle for it." - Tiki Barber In this episode of The Resiliency Project, former New York Giants running back Tiki Barber reflects on the setbacks that shaped his career and the mindset that helped him overcome them. From nearly losing his starting job after the Giants repeatedly brought in his replacements to building a second career in broadcasting, Barber shares why resilience comes from embracing small wins, surrounding yourself with honest people, and refusing to stop trying. He explains how the lessons from his mother, his coaches, and his teammates helped turn moments of doubt into a foundation for long-term success. Episode Links Tiki Barber Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiki.barber/?hl=en WFAN Radio on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WFANNewYork

  6. Jul 15

    We Were Two Weeks From Running Out of Money w/ Gino Cafiero

    "We had two or three weeks of runway left." How do you keep believing when everything says it's time to quit? In this episode of The Resiliency Project, entrepreneur Gino Cafiero reflects on the journey of building Bear Flag Robotics and the pressure of nearly losing it all. He shares how purpose, relationships, and embracing discomfort helped him navigate setbacks, overcome imposter syndrome, and ultimately build a company that was acquired by John Deere. Takeaways: Preparation matters more than confidence alone. The right relationships are built long before you need them. Resilience means continuing to move forward despite uncertainty. Episode Links: Gino Cafiero on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/igino-cafiero-43b213b0/

  7. Jul 8

    I Thought I Had to Do Everything Myself. Convo w/ Dylan Smith

    "I thought I had to do everything myself." What if asking for help is the thing that changes your life? In this episode of The Resiliency Project, Dylan Smith, founder of D is for Dyslexia, shares how growing up with dyslexia, being adopted twice, and struggling to find his place ultimately shaped the person he is today. For years, Dylan believed success meant figuring everything out on his own. But after finding mentors, letting go of his ego, and learning to ask for help, his life and career began to change. Today, he's an author, speaker, and advocate helping others see that their greatest challenges can become their greatest strengths. What You'll Learn Asking for help is often the first step toward real growth. Small, consistent wins matter more than chasing overnight success. - Resilience comes from showing up every day, even when the path forward isn't easy. Episode Links Website: https://disfordyslexia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disfordyslexia19/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dylan-Smith/100055756753762/

  8. Jul 1

    He Lost His Career During COVID. Then He Built a Better Life. Convo w/ Bart Berkey

    "I wanted to be in charge of my own destiny." — Bart Berkey never expected a heart attack, a global pandemic, and the loss of his 16-year career at Ritz-Carlton to completely change his life. Founder of Most People Don't and keynote speaker Bart Berkey joins Nik Agharkar to share how those setbacks pushed him to build a business centered on purpose, kindness, and resilience. From running out of savings to rebuilding his confidence one day at a time, Berkey explains why remembering your "why," serving others, and embracing what he calls "humanality" helped him create a more meaningful life than the one he left behind. This conversation is a reminder that resilience isn't about avoiding hardship, it's about choosing to keep going. What You'll Learn: Why remembering your purpose makes difficult seasons easier to endure How serving others can shift your mindset during your lowest moments The difference between feeling processed and making people feel seen Why Bart believes "humanality" will become even more important in an AI-driven world How small daily choices create long-term resilience and a meaningful life Episode Links Bart Berkey Online: http://bartaberkey.com/ Bart Berkey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bartberkey/ Bart Berkey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bartberkey/ Bart Berkey Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bart.berkey?lang=en Bart Berkey YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bartberkey Bart Berkey Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/most-people-dont-but-you-do/id1556134592

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Real conversations about failure, resilience, and starting again Nik Agharkar, founder of Crowne Point Tax, hosts The Resiliency Project, a long-form interview podcast focused on what happens after failure. Through candid conversations with founders, executives, professionals, and creators, the show explores real setbacks, reinvention, and the mindset shifts that make resilience possible. Each episode reframes struggle, offering practical insight listeners can apply to their own challenges.

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