Blaze Your Own Trail

From New Orleans to Broadway: Alan Seales' Journey of Creativity and Tech

Join us as Alan Seales shares his extraordinary journey from childhood in New Orleans to a diverse career spanning theater, technology, and Broadway production. Discover lessons on teamwork, resilience, and the power of creativity in navigating career shifts and building impactful projects. Key topics Career transitions from sports to tech to theater The importance of teamwork and trust Leveraging creativity and technology in career growth Sound  bites "Be the best you you can be." "Think big, think outside the box." "Find what you really want to do." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:37 Early Years in New Orleans and Florida 01:03 Moving to North Carolina and College Choices 02:01 Early Interests in Tech and Entertainment 02:26 Lessons from Playing Sports and Teamwork 03:48 Key Lessons on Teamwork and Humility 05:13 The Power of Building Great Teams 06:34 Choosing NC State and College Experience 09:22 College Years: Theater and Engineering 10:46 Transition to Professional Acting and Tech Roles 12:04 Work at Google and Tech Innovations 19:20 Transition from Tech to Broadway and Podcasting 23:31 The Impact of Digital Auditions and Networking 30:01 Google Culture and Creative Initiatives 39:16 Culture Shift at Google and New Opportunities 41:27 Starting Broadway Podcast Network 43:09 Leaving Google and New Ventures 50:50 Investing in Broadway and Future Projects 52:33 Advice for Aspiring Trailblazers 53:54 Final Words and Inspiration Connect with Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-seales-158a469/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-seales-158a469/] https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/ [https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/]     Are you an entrepreneur? Join my FREE Group Coaching Community where we have live calls, Q&A and more! Our Trailblazer Ecosystem also enables you to network with other entrepreneurs and creator hub eliminates multiple subscriptions and logins creating a one stop shop to take action!   Join here: https://byotgroupcoaching.com/ [https://byotgroupcoaching.com/] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Risk and Faith Shaped a Film Producer's Path with Sharon Oliphant

Sharon Oliphant shares her inspiring journey from a large homeschooling family to becoming a faith-based film producer and actress. Discover how she overcame fears, took risks, and stayed true to her calling in the competitive film industry, all while balancing family and faith. Key  topics Journey from homeschooling to acting and filmmaking The importance of faith and risk-taking in career decisions Balancing family life with a passion for film The process of producing faith-based movies Lessons learned from entrepreneurial parents Sound  bites "Admit what you are created to do." "It's worth it. It's so worth it." "Your kids will blaze a trail too." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sharon Oliphant 01:06 Sharon's Early Life and Influences 11:07 Lessons from a Trailblazing Mother 14:19 The Journey to Finding Purpose 21:06 Navigating Career Choices and Family Life 25:31 Taking Risks and Embracing Change 28:07 The Commitment to Crafting Stories 30:47 Navigating Challenges in Filmmaking 34:19 Divine Connections and New Opportunities 36:33 Taking on New Responsibilities in Film Production 38:48 The Journey of Faith and Film 41:43 Empowering the Next Generation 46:52 Reflections on a Trailblazing Journey Connect with Sharon: Email: Sharon@21fivefilms.com https://www.instagram.com/sharonoliphant_/ [https://www.instagram.com/sharonoliphant_/] 21 Five Films: https://www.instagram.com/21fivefilms/ [https://www.instagram.com/21fivefilms/]               Are you an entrepreneur? Join my FREE Group Coaching Community where we have live calls, Q&A and more! Our Trailblazer Ecosystem also enables you to network with other entrepreneurs and creator hub eliminates multiple subscriptions and logins creating a one stop shop to take action!   Join here: https://byotgroupcoaching.com/ [https://byotgroupcoaching.com/] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How to Unlock Wealth in Commercial Real Estate with Cherif Medawar

In this episode, Cherif Medawar shares his inspiring journey from hotel management in Switzerland and the US to becoming a successful real estate investor and educator. Discover his proven strategies for building wealth through commercial real estate, networking, and innovative deal-making techniques. Topics: Cherif Medawar's journey from hospitality to real estate The importance of networking and relationship building Strategies for increasing property value and financing deals The DCBA formula for success in real estate Innovative deal-making techniques and deal structuring  Sound bites "He was very wealthy and very honest" "The deal in Martinique changed my life" "Take calculated risks and act quickly" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cherif Medawar 00:58 Early Life and Education in Egypt 02:47 Transition to the United States and Hotel Management 04:29 Lessons from the Hospitality Industry 07:26 Cultural Shift: From Switzerland to UCLA 12:03 Working with Edmond Beasari: The Beginning 12:14 Growth and Learning Over Eight Years 16:26 A Life-Changing Deal in Martinique 22:19 Mentorship and the Path to Independence 23:20 The Journey of Self-Education 25:02 Transitioning to Real Estate Success 29:23 The Power of Commercial Real Estate 30:39 Tips for Aspiring Real Estate Investors 43:28 Building a Real Estate Fund and Legacy Connect with Cherif: https://www.cherifmedawar.com/ [https://www.cherifmedawar.com/]     Are you an entrepreneur? Join my FREE Group Coaching Community where we have live calls, Q&A and more! Our Trailblazer Ecosystem also enables you to network with other entrepreneurs and creator hub eliminates multiple subscriptions and logins creating a one stop shop to take action!   Join here: https://byotgroupcoaching.com/ [https://byotgroupcoaching.com/] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

They Made a Motion Picture About His Life with David Packouz

Jordan Mendoza interviews David Packouz, the real-life inspiration behind the movie War Dogs, exploring his journey from religious upbringing to government contracting success. Discover how David leveraged his entrepreneurial spirit, navigated legal challenges, and now teaches others to win government contracts through his War Dogs Academy. Key topics David's background and early life The story behind the War Dogs movie How David got into government contracting The process of winning government contracts Lessons learned from legal challenges and success Chapters 00:00 Introduction to David Packouz and His Journey 02:51 Early Life and Religious Background 06:50 Rebellion and the Path to Entrepreneurship 07:19 First Steps into Business and Music 17:09 Transition to Government Contracting 20:29 Understanding Government Contracting 23:02 Success Stories from War Dogs Academy 29:59 The Genesis of War Dogs Academy 35:58 Building a Real Business: The Importance of Integrity 37:50 The Role of Community in Success 40:34 The Journey to Hollywood: From Infamy to Fame 51:22 Finding Fulfillment in Business and Life Connect with David: IG: https://www.instagram.com/davidpackouz/ [https://www.instagram.com/davidpackouz/] War Dogs Academy - https://wardogsacademy.com [https://wardogsacademy.com] InstaFloss - https://instafloss.com [https://instafloss.com] SingularSound (Beat Buddy) - https://www.singularsound.com [https://www.singularsound.com] TrustPilot reviews for War Dogs Academy - https://www.trustpilot.com/review/wardogsacademy.com [https://www.trustpilot.com/review/wardogsacademy.com]                 Are you an entrepreneur? Join my FREE Group Coaching Community where we have live calls, Q&A and more! Our Trailblazer Ecosystem also enables you to network with other entrepreneurs and creator hub eliminates multiple subscriptions and logins creating a one stop shop to take action!   Join here: https://byotgroupcoaching.com/ [https://byotgroupcoaching.com/] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How a $35K Investment Turned into a Highly Profitable Airbnb Arbitrage Business with Linda Kim

Linda Kim shares her inspiring journey from corporate tech to successful Airbnb arbitrage and coaching. Discover actionable strategies, mindset shifts, and tips to accelerate your side hustle into a thriving business. Key  topics Airbnb arbitrage strategy Mindset and overcoming fear Design as a profit driver Automation for passive income Scaling and partnership in real estate Takeaways Investing in coaching accelerates success. Design can increase profits by 30%. Mindset is crucial for overcoming rejection. Automation enables working fewer hours. Taking action despite fear leads to breakthroughs. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Linda Kim's Journey 02:25 From Corporate to Entrepreneurship 05:11 The Decision to Invest in Coaching 07:52 Achieving Rapid Success in Airbnb 10:56 Mindset and Overcoming Challenges 13:44 Transitioning from Corporate to Full-Time Airbnb 16:39 Understanding Airbnb Arbitrage 19:45 The Importance of Design in Airbnb Success 22:16 Coaching and Helping Others Succeed 25:33 Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Work with Linda: https://www.bnbmasterysociety.com/contact [https://www.bnbmasterysociety.com/contact] Connect with Linda: https://linktr.ee/itslindakim [https://linktr.ee/itslindakim]   Are you an entrepreneur? Join my FREE Group Coaching Community where we have live calls, Q&A and more! Our Trailblazer Ecosystem also enables you to network with other entrepreneurs and creator hub eliminates multiple subscriptions and logins creating a one stop shop to take action!   Join here: https://byotgroupcoaching.com/ [https://byotgroupcoaching.com/] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.