Take The Power Back

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The Take The Power Back Podcast is where ambitious students, founders, and future leaders bypass outdated career systems and go straight to the source. Hear from entrepreneurs, sales leaders, and innovators who share unfiltered stories about building careers, launching ventures, and shaping their futures on their own terms. No gatekeepers. No red tape. Just real conversations that help you take back control of your path and build future you aspire. Skip the gatekeepers. Take The Power Back brings students, founders, and future leaders unfiltered stories and direct advice to shape your career on your terms. Powered by Team TTPB — follow @TeamTTPB on TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn for clips and updates.

  1. 2h ago

    He Doubled His Income 3 Years In A Row, Right Out Of College (Here's How)

    Take The Power Back - Episode #29 In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sit down with Marshall Ellison to break down how he doubled his income three years in a row after graduating college and fast-tracked his way into executive leadership by the age of 25. Marshall shares the mindset, habits, and career decisions that helped him accelerate his growth faster than his peers. From turning down a traditional salaried job, betting on himself in a commission-based career, relocating multiple times for opportunity, and consistently outworking the competition, Marshall explains the exact strategies that fueled his rapid rise. We discuss the importance of finding a career with unlimited upside, why most young professionals underestimate the power of hard work, how leadership opportunities create exponential growth, and the lessons Marshall learned from sports that translated directly into business success. You'll also learn why persistence matters more than talent, how to position yourself for promotions, and what separates top performers from everyone else. Marshall Ellison: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshall-ellison48/ Take The Power Back from the Universities that don't put students first: https://www.ttpb.com/ For insurance agents and financial advisors who want to add serious scale to their business: https://www.greatnesslab.com/

    29 min

  2. 1d ago

    How To Rise To The Top Of Any Company (It's Simpler Than You Think)

    Take The Power Back - Episode #28 How To Rise To The Top Of Any Company? We'll It's actually easier than you think. In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sit down with Sami Dongle, one of the top performers in our company, to break down exactly how he went from a recent college graduate to a Regional Vice President in just a few short years. Sam Dhungel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samyam-dhungel/ Take The Power Back from the Universities that don't put students first: https://www.ttpb.com/ For insurance agents and financial advisors who want to add serious scale to their business: https://www.greatnesslab.com/

    28 min

  3. Jun 3

    Does School Precondition You To Be Average?

    Take The Power Back - Episode #27 Most people go through school believing that if they get good grades, follow the rules, and stay on the “safe” path, success will eventually come. But what if the education system was never designed to create entrepreneurs, leaders, or independent thinkers in the first place? In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sit down with talent development expert and educator Colby Jubenville to break down one of the biggest problems facing young people today: the system may secretly be training people to think average. Colby Jubenville: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjubenville/ Take The Power Back from the Universities that don't put students first: https://www.ttpb.com/ For insurance agents and financial advisors who want to add serious scale to their business: https://www.greatnesslab.com/

    47 min

  4. Jun 3

    The Craziest Success Story You’ve Never Heard (From Poverty to President)

    Take The Power Back - Episode #26 In this episode of the Take The Power Back Podcast, I sit down with Todd Buchanan, President of Wealth at AmeriLife, to break down the mindset, discipline, and relentless work ethic that transformed his life from growing up with nothing to leading at the highest levels of financial services. Todd Buchanan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-buchanan/ Take The Power Back from the Universities that don't put students first: https://www.ttpb.com/ For insurance agents and financial advisors who want to add serious scale to their business: https://www.greatnesslab.com/

    47 min

  5. Jun 3

    The Secret to Escaping Being Average

    Take The Power Back - Episode #25 Most people stay average because they avoid discomfort. In this episode of Take the Power Back, I sit down with Mike Karsa to unpack the mindset, discipline, and relentless work ethic required to create extraordinary success. From sleeping only a few hours a night and grinding through rejection, to building over $4 billion in assets under management, Mike shares the real story behind what it takes to win in business and life. We dive deep into confidence, adversity, sales, entrepreneurship, mental toughness, and why becoming comfortable being uncomfortable is the true key to growth. If you’ve ever felt stuck, average, or uncertain about your future, this conversation will challenge the way you think. Subscribe for more conversations on mindset, business, self-improvement, and taking your power back. Mike Karsa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelkarsa/ Take The Power Back from the Universities that don't put students first: https://www.ttpb.com/ For insurance agents and financial advisors who want to add serious scale to their business: https://www.greatnesslab.com/

    56 min

  6. Jun 3

    He Dropped Out Of School... Now He's The CEO of 5 Companies

    Take The Power Back - Episode #24 In this Episode I sit down with Bernard Porter, investor, Entrepreneur, and CEO. He gives his inspiring story going from a school dropout to becoming the CEO of 5 successful companies.   In this interview, we dive into entrepreneurship, business growth, mindset, failure, success habits, and what it really takes to build multiple companies from the ground up. From leaving school early to leading thriving businesses, this conversation is packed with motivation, real-world business advice, and entrepreneurial insights. If you're interested in startups, self-made millionaires, business strategy, leadership, personal development, or inspiring success stories, this episode is for you. Topics Covered: How he became CEO of 5 companies Why he dropped out of school Entrepreneur mindset & discipline Building businesses from scratch Lessons on leadership and success Motivation for entrepreneurs & creators Bernard Porter: https://www.instagram.com/bernardporter/ Take The Power Back from the Universities that don't put students first: https://www.ttpb.com/ For insurance agents and financial advisors who want to add serious scale to their business: https://www.greatnesslab.com/

    45 min

  7. Jun 3

    How She Became a Food Network Champion (Again & Again)

    Take The Power Back - Episode #23 In this episode of the Take the Power Back, I sit down with a Food Network Champion and Chopped winner Jordan Arcuri to break down exactly what it takes to win at the highest level and how winning changed her entire career. Chef Jordan shares the real story behind winning Chopped, what happened after the cameras stopped rolling, and how she became a Food Network Champion again and again. From mastering high-pressure cooking competitions to building a reputation as the “Beef Queen,” she dives deep into the mindset, discipline, and strategy required to succeed in the culinary world. If you’ve ever wondered how top chefs actually win, what separates champions from everyone else, or how to turn one opportunity into long-term success — this episode is for you. In this episode, we cover: How she REALLY won on Food Network competitions What winning Chopped did for her career The habits and mindset of a repeat champion Behind-the-scenes insights from competitive cooking shows How to build authority and stand out in a competitive industry Whether you're an aspiring chef, entrepreneur, or just love Food Network, cooking competitions, and success stories, this episode will give you powerful insights you can apply to your own journey. Jordan Arcuri: https://www.instagram.com/broilerqueen/ Take The Power Back from the Universities that don't put students first: https://www.ttpb.com/ For insurance agents and financial advisors who want to add serious scale to their business: https://www.greatnesslab.com/ Chapters: 0:00 - Leadership Starts At The Top 0:48 - Jordan Arcuri 3:20 - "The Broil Highness" 3:54 - Who is the "Beef Queen" 5:00 - Leading a Kitchen 8:00 - How to Become an Executive Chef 12:13 - Designing a Menu 14:20 - Angry Chefs 15:53 - Take the Power Back 16:50 - Responsibilities of a Chef 23:12 - Growing Up Around Cooking 29:00 - Getting a Michelin Star 30:57 - Challenges in the Restaurant Industry 32:45 - How to be Successful in Food 36:00 - Like and Subscribe! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get connected and check out Jason’s other content: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jmickool/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jasonmickoolofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jason.mickool LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/JasonMickool

    36 min

  8. Apr 25 ·  Video

    Why Crazy Business Ideas Make Millions (And Safe Ideas Keep You Broke)

    Take The Power Back - Episode #22   Most people wait until their idea is perfect, which is why their idea never gets made.   Today I called Kyle Scheele, and we broke down how one of his “bad” videos posted to just 17 followers turned into 68+ million views, and completely changed his life.   This isn’t about luck, it’s about how creativity actually works, and why most people never give their ideas a chance. If you’re a student, creator, or entrepreneur trying to figure out your next move, this episode will change how you think about your actions.   Kyle Scheele: https://kylescheele.com/    Take The Power Back from the Universities that don't put students first: https://www.ttpb.com/    For insurance agents and financial advisors who want to add serious scale to their business: https://www.greatnesslab.com/    Chapters: 0:00 - Gaining Traction 0:53 - Kyle Scheele 2:27 - Million View Video 5:07 - How Did You Get Into Your Field? 8:15 - Corporate Speaking 11:46 - Magic Get-Rich Scheme 13:04 - Creative Energy 16:23 - What Is Your Process? 20:17 - Teacher Stories 23:27 - Take The Power Back 24:20 - What To Do Out Of College 29:45 - Limiting Belief 32:10 - Don't Stop 35:47 - Getting Started 37:51 - Why Weird Ideas? 41:05 - What's Next? 42:37 - Last Advice 45:00 - Like and Subscribe! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get connected and check out Jason’s other content:   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jmickool/  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jasonmickoolofficial  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jason.mickool  LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/JasonMickool

    45 min
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The Take The Power Back Podcast is where ambitious students, founders, and future leaders bypass outdated career systems and go straight to the source. Hear from entrepreneurs, sales leaders, and innovators who share unfiltered stories about building careers, launching ventures, and shaping their futures on their own terms. No gatekeepers. No red tape. Just real conversations that help you take back control of your path and build future you aspire. Skip the gatekeepers. Take The Power Back brings students, founders, and future leaders unfiltered stories and direct advice to shape your career on your terms. Powered by Team TTPB — follow @TeamTTPB on TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn for clips and updates.

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  • Creator
    teamttpb
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
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