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Personal Growth, Lifestyle & Wellness Episodes

1387: Hack Your Energy, Not Your Schedule w/ Nate Hebbert
Feb. 16, 2026

1387: Hack Your Energy, Not Your Schedule w/ Nate Hebbert

Are you constantly pushing forward, convinced that stopping means failing? In this episode, we tackle the silent killer of entrepreneurial dreams: burnout. Nate Hebbert, founder of Selfware Consulting, shares his harrowing journey from a top-tier software engineer to being completely debilitated by burnout, and how he fought his way back. This isn't your typical "take a vacation" advice. Nate reveals a powerful framework for managing your energy, not just your time, so you can beat burnout witho...
1355: From Music Exec to Men's Coach: The Power of Knowing Your "Why" w/ Kevin Kertes
Jan. 9, 2026

1355: From Music Exec to Men's Coach: The Power of Knowing Your "Why" w/ Kevin Kertes

Kevin Kertes, a former senior music executive turned founder of advanceMen Coaching, joins the show to discuss the transformative power of vulnerability, connection, and purpose for male entrepreneurs. He shares his journey from a high-stakes corporate career to building a coaching practice dedicated to helping men lead with more confidence and intention. This episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur feeling isolated or questioning their path, as Kevin provides a powerful framework for alig...
1325: How to Make Vulnerability Your Greatest Business Superpower to Unlock Your Full Potential w/ Théa Watkins
Dec. 9, 2025

1325: How to Make Vulnerability Your Greatest Business Superpower to Unlock Your Full Potential w/ Théa Watkins

Ready to stop letting fear dictate your entrepreneurial journey? In this episode, Brian sits down with Théa Watkins, an impactful coach with 27 years of experience as a global business leader. Théa shares her incredible story of leaving a secure corporate career to build a business around her passion: helping people and organizations realize their full potential. This episode is a masterclass in overcoming the mental hurdles that hold entrepreneurs back. You'll learn why embracing discomfort is ...
1315: The Hidden Emotional Patterns Sabotaging Your Business Success w/ Dr Laura Dabney
Nov. 29, 2025

1315: The Hidden Emotional Patterns Sabotaging Your Business Success w/ Dr Laura Dabney

Ever feel like you’re crushing it in your business but struggling to find the same success in your personal life? You're not alone. In this episode, entrepreneurial psychiatrist Dr. Laura Dabney reveals how the subconscious emotional patterns we developed in childhood can directly impact our decisions, relationships, and ultimate success as entrepreneurs. This isn't just a therapy session; it's a strategic look at the human element behind every business. Dr. Dabney bridges the gap between clinic...
1290: The 10 Timeless Patterns That Govern All Successful Businesses w/ Victor Costa
Nov. 4, 2025

1290: The 10 Timeless Patterns That Govern All Successful Businesses w/ Victor Costa

After a panic attack in a six-star hotel ended his glamorous-on-the-outside corporate consulting career, Victor Costa set out on a journey to find meaning, studying philosophy, religion, and even filmmaking. This exploration led him to a profound discovery: just like music has 12 notes, business is governed by timeless patterns. In this episode, Victor shares how he decoded these patterns into his proprietary "Ten Pillars of Harmony," a framework he now uses to help businesses diagnose their roo...
1270: Reid Hoffman Says Your Job is Extinct by 2034... Here’s Your Escape Plan w/ Jess Lane
Oct. 15, 2025

1270: Reid Hoffman Says Your Job is Extinct by 2034... Here’s Your Escape Plan w/ Jess Lane

Feeling stuck, burned out, or trapped by the "golden handcuffs" of a corporate job? This episode is your permission slip to design a new future. Guest Jess Lane, founder of The Full Cup Co., shares her powerful story of being laid off from a unicorn tech company and turning that crisis into a catalyst for purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Jess breaks down her concept of "human sustainability design," a framework for creating a career and business that fuels you instead of draining you. This conve...
1246: Forget about EVERYTHING ELSE. This is it.
Sept. 21, 2025

1246: Forget about EVERYTHING ELSE. This is it.

Ever feel like you’re waiting for perfect conditions, overthinking every decision, or blaming things outside your control for your lack of progress? This Solo Sunday might just change everything for you. Today, we’re talking about one of the most important traits for entrepreneurial success — high agency — and why it might be the #1 predictor of whether you succeed or stagnate. I’ll share how high-agency thinking shows up in marketing, sales, operations, and mindset… plus real-life examples that...
1242: This tattoo artist + death doula reveals how EGO is killing your business w/ Arville Persons
Sept. 17, 2025

1242: This tattoo artist + death doula reveals how EGO is killing your business w/ Arville Persons

In a truly unique conversation, we sit down with Arville Persons, a multidisciplinary artist who bridges the worlds of tattooing and death doula work. Arville shares her profound perspective on entrepreneurship as a spiritual journey, revealing how embracing impermanence, questioning her identity, and dissolving her ego led to a complete and powerful business rebrand. This episode is invaluable for any entrepreneur feeling stuck or misaligned, as Arville provides a masterclass in trusting your i...
1224: The Counterintuitive Secrets to More Time, Freedom, and SCALE w/ Rebecca Whitney
Aug. 30, 2025

1224: The Counterintuitive Secrets to More Time, Freedom, and SCALE w/ Rebecca Whitney

In this game-changing episode, Rebecca Whitney shares over 30 years of experience helping businesses scale from millions to nearly $100 million. She reveals why the key to explosive growth isn't hustling harder, but slowing down to build powerful, scalable frameworks. This episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur feeling overwhelmed or stuck, as Rebecca breaks down how to achieve true freedom and scale by shifting your perspective. 💡 What You'll Take Away For YOUR Business 🚀 How to apply th...
1211: Using STRENGTHS-BASED leadership to be the best YOU w/ Mike Vincent
Aug. 17, 2025

1211: Using STRENGTHS-BASED leadership to be the best YOU w/ Mike Vincent

Mike Vincent’s journey spans 20 years as a Marine officer to co-founding Kaleo Coaching, a leadership coaching company rooted in strengths-based development. In this episode, Mike shares how lessons from the military—like adaptability, feedback, and team-building—are directly applicable to entrepreneurship. He explains how the CliftonStrengths framework has been a game-changer for individuals and teams looking to lead with clarity and energy. You'll walk away with powerful insights on how to lis...
1193: RADICAL SELF-INQUIRY to succeed in life and business w/ Candy Hipple
July 30, 2025

1193: RADICAL SELF-INQUIRY to succeed in life and business w/ Candy Hipple

Candy Hipple, founder of Limenelle, joins the show to unpack the deep inner work that drives sustainable success—not just in business, but in life. With decades of executive leadership experience and a passion for helping women become "change-ready," Candy reveals how mindset, reflection, and radical self-inquiry are essential to entrepreneurial growth. This episode is a powerful exploration of personal transformation, the messy middle of entrepreneurship, and how to evolve with intention. Wheth...
1190: From the ARMY to the FBI, here's how you master RESILIENCE as an entrepreneur w/ Sarah Draper
July 27, 2025

1190: From the ARMY to the FBI, here's how you master RESILIENCE as an entrepreneur w/ Sarah Draper

What does it truly mean to thrive—not just survive—as a leader or entrepreneur? Sarah Draper brings decades of high-pressure leadership experience from the Army and FBI into the entrepreneurial world, where she now empowers high-performing leaders to build resilience proactively. In this episode, Sarah dives into how to master energy, avoid burnout, and lead with clarity—sharing strategies that challenge the hustle-at-all-costs mindset. Whether you're building a business or leading a team, this ...
1173: The PSYCHOLOGICAL advantage we can gain as high performers w/ JT Winston
July 10, 2025

1173: The PSYCHOLOGICAL advantage we can gain as high performers w/ JT Winston

From a Division 1 rower who endured four knee surgeries to the founder of a cutting-edge tech company, JT Winston’s journey is a masterclass in resilience and innovation. In this episode, JT shares how his personal struggles with the disconnect between physical recovery and mental readiness inspired him to create Aypex, an app that unifies mind and body for peak performance. This episode is packed with value for entrepreneurs, as JT breaks down how to apply an elite athlete's mindset to your bus...
1148: This TEDx speaker was HOMELESS and now is a multi-business entrepreneur... and he can help YOU gain resilience to succeed w/ Norberto Orellana
June 15, 2025

1148: This TEDx speaker was HOMELESS and now is a multi-business entrepreneur... and he can help YOU gain resilience to succeed w/ Norberto Orellana

EPISODE STACK : https://stackl.ist/4kYFkWC What if your biggest setbacks were actually the foundation of your success story? In this powerful episode, Norberto Orellana shares his meteoric rise from homelessness, abuse, and disability to becoming a three-time TEDx speaker, healthcare leader, and founder of Norberto Orellana Enterprises. His story is a raw, inspiring look at how resilience, vision, and a refusal to be defined by circumstances can lead to entrepreneurial greatness. This episode is...
1079: Finding – and REMOVING! – the inner blocks and stepping into your PURPOSE & PASSION w/ Mihika Roy
April 7, 2025

1079: Finding – and REMOVING! – the inner blocks and stepping into your PURPOSE & PASSION w/ Mihika Roy

Send us a text EPISODE STACK: https://stacklist.app/c/podcast/stack/TcR5k0HenQuZgCVdAyxJ Mihika Roy, the visionary founder of The Miracle Trail, joins us to share her transformative journey from a 19-year-old in search of direction to a leading figure in personal development. Discover how Mihika's background in psychology and global media has equipped her with the unique ability to guide others toward a purposeful and passion-driven life. Her story is a testament to the power of self-discovery a...
1059: Harnessing CULTURE and COMMUNITY for transformative mental health advocacy w/ Victor Arias and Dan McSwain
March 10, 2025

1059: Harnessing CULTURE and COMMUNITY for transformative mental health advocacy w/ Victor Arias and Dan McSwain

Send us a text EPISODE STACK: https://stacklist.app/c/podcast/stack/YY3K494gBPvAjfbuaHij What if two childhood best friends could harness their unique cultural experiences to revolutionize mental health support for young, diverse communities? Meet Victor Arias and Dan McSwain, the dynamic duo behind Mente, a transformative youth community brand. Rooted in their bicultural Mexican-American upbringing in Dallas, Victor and Dan offer a fresh perspective on leveraging Latino culture's influence to c...
1058: TIME BLOCKING as your productivity secret weapon w/ Jacob Barnes
March 9, 2025

1058: TIME BLOCKING as your productivity secret weapon w/ Jacob Barnes

Send us a text EPISODE STACK : https://stackl.ist/3FxANKJ Ever wondered how to make every moment count? Join us as we chat with Jacob Barnes, a software engineer turned entrepreneur, who, alongside his twin brother, developed FlowSavvy. Jacob shares his journey from the tech world to entrepreneurship, driven by a passion for optimizing time—a resource he believes is precious not just in business, but also in personal life. His unique perspective, shaped by personal experiences, offers valuable i...
1049: The importance of GRATITUDE, POSITIVITY, AWARENESS, and MANIFESTING your best life and biz w/ Carri Norton
Feb. 24, 2025

1049: The importance of GRATITUDE, POSITIVITY, AWARENESS, and MANIFESTING your best life and biz w/ Carri Norton

Send us a text EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3ETo591 Ever wondered how you can blend professional expertise with personal passions into a fulfilling career? Carri Norton, a software developer turned entrepreneur, shares her transformative journey of creating the Sparkle Revolution app. By merging her technical skills with a love for mindfulness and positivity, she and her husband crafted a tool aimed at helping others maintain mindfulness amidst life's chaos. Carri opens up about the trials ...
1039: VIRTUES in life and business to GROW personally and professionally w/ Rose Sprinkle
Feb. 10, 2025

1039: VIRTUES in life and business to GROW personally and professionally w/ Rose Sprinkle

Send us a text EPISODE STACK : https://stackl.ist/3DsljXM Discover the remarkable journey of Rose Sprinkle, a talented storyteller and award-winning author of the Little Virtues children's book series. Rose shares her inspirational transition from a career in visual and graphic design to becoming a passionate creator of children's literature aimed at fostering emotional resilience and character building. Through her mission-driven business, she highlights the powerful role of storytelling in add...
1027: ACTION SATURDAY (transform epic goals into manageable tasks w/ Nathaniel Buechler)
Jan. 25, 2025

1027: ACTION SATURDAY (transform epic goals into manageable tasks w/ Nathaniel Buechler)

Send us a text EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4iLy9zl What if you could transform your dreams into a tangible reality, step by step? Join us as we welcome back the visionary Nathaniel Buechler for an Action Saturday episode that promises to spark your imagination and energize your entrepreneurial journey. Nathaniel, with his rich background in web application engineering and AI, shares a captivating narrative inspired by the Kanban method. Imagine gazing at the stars through a telescope, a dr...
1012: HOLISTIC health and VIBRATIONAL FREQUENCY in life and biz w/ Yolanda Trevino
Jan. 4, 2025

1012: HOLISTIC health and VIBRATIONAL FREQUENCY in life and biz w/ Yolanda Trevino

Send us a text EPISODE STACK : https://stackl.ist/4bRxYA9 Discover the transformative power of holistic health with our guest Yolanda Trevino, a certified holistic health practitioner and life coach. Yolanda shares her extraordinary journey from personal trauma to creating the Evolutionary Body System, a program designed to foster personal growth and healing. This episode promises invaluable insights into how holistic wellness encompasses much more than just diet and exercise; it extends into me...
992: CONSCIOUS business development + combining emotional intelligence with AI w/ Deiadora Blanche
Dec. 7, 2024

992: CONSCIOUS business development + combining emotional intelligence with AI w/ Deiadora Blanche

Send us a text EPISODE STACK : https://stackl.ist/43PnwHt Discover the transformative potential of merging business with mindfulness alongside our guest, Deiadora Blanche, a trailblazing entrepreneur and advocate for ethical AI. With her roots in helping a local cafe in Perth, Deiadora has evolved into a beacon of holistic business development with her company, Deiadorebel. This episode promises to unravel how consciousness and intentionality can revolutionize business operations. Listen as Deia...
982: ACTION SATURDAY (time to get more done!)
Nov. 23, 2024

982: ACTION SATURDAY (time to get more done!)

EPISODE STACK: https://stacklist.app/c/podcast/stack/i7BswnJJngBYpYSbwI6J?cardId=U8b2xKHcNuzcVrTwyLCN Unlock the secret to supercharging your productivity as our host, Brian Lofrumento, guides you through the transformative power of batching on this week's Action Saturday episode of the Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur Podcast. Imagine dedicating just one day a week to handle all your content-related tasks, freeing up the rest of your week for other important ventures. Beyond just boosting efficien...
976: DREAMING BIG with your talents and passions (and NEVER quitting!) w/ Renel Kiriakos
Nov. 15, 2024

976: DREAMING BIG with your talents and passions (and NEVER quitting!) w/ Renel Kiriakos

What drives a young Greek actress to leave her sunny homeland for the bustling stages of London? Join us as we uncover the captivating story of Renel Kiriakos, whose bilingual upbringing in Athens and love for drama, music, and dance shaped her into the versatile performer she is today. From professional belly dancing to horseback riding, Renel's diverse skill set enriches her acting career. She also shares her entrepreneurial journey into YouTube, revealing how she stays true to her powerful mo...
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