Blaze Your Own Trail
Real stories. Raw conversations. And actionable strategies from Host Jordan Mendoza and other 100's of entrepreneurs and trailblazers who turned adversity into advantage. Are you ready to blaze your own trail? Then you have come to the right place! Learn more here: https://byotpod.com/ We hope each episode adds value to you in some way. Make sure to follow & subscribe so you don't miss any content & updates!
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How Dani Lynn Robison Built 8 Businesses and Scaled Big
<p>Join Jordan Mendoza as he interviews Dani Lynn Robison, a successful entrepreneur who shares her inspiring journey from music to real estate and business. Discover valuable insights on building wealth, overcoming challenges, and scaling multiple companies.</p> <p> Key Topics</p> <p>Journey from music to real estate</p> <p>Building multiple businesses</p> <p>Importance of mentorship and coaching</p> <p>Scaling through strategic investments</p> <p>Lessons from failures and setbacks</p> <p> Sound Bites</p> <p>"Mentors help me fast track results"</p> <p>"Actions speak louder than words"</p> <p>"Add value before asking for he...
From Introvert to Influencer with René Remsik
<p>In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza interviews René Remsik, a content creator and entrepreneur from Slovakia. René shares his journey from an introverted child to a successful content creator with millions of followers. He discusses the importance of competitiveness learned from sports, the value of networking, and how to navigate social media for content creation. René also delves into his experience building SaaS products and offers advice for aspiring creators and business owners.</p> <p>Takeaways</p> <p>René is a full-time content creator with a focus on AI.</p> <p>He has...
From New Orleans to Broadway: Alan Seales' Journey of Creativity and Tech
<p>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.</p> <p>Key topics</p> <p>Career transitions from sports to tech to theater</p> <p>The importance of teamwork and trust</p> <p>Leveraging creativity and technology in career growth</p> <p>Sound bites</p> <p>"Be the best you you can be."</p> <p>"Think big, think outside the box."</p> <p>"Find what you r...
How Risk and Faith Shaped a Film Producer's Path with Sharon Oliphant
<p>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.</p> <p>Key topics</p> <p>Journey from homeschooling to acting and filmmaking</p> <p>The importance of faith and risk-taking in career decisions</p> <p>Balancing family life with a passion for film</p> <p>The process of producing faith-based movies</p> <p>Lessons learned from entrepreneurial parents</p> <p>Sound bites</p> <p>"Admit wh...
How to Unlock Wealth in Commercial Real Estate with Cherif Medawar
<p>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.</p> <p>Topics:</p> <p>Cherif Medawar's journey from hospitality to real estate</p> <p>The importance of networking and relationship building</p> <p>Strategies for increasing property value and financing deals</p> <p>The DCBA formula for success in real estate</p> <p>Innovative deal-making techniques and deal structuring</p> <p> Sound bites</p> <p>"He w...
They Made a Motion Picture About His Life with David Packouz
<p>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.</p> <p>Key topics</p> <p>David's background and early life</p> <p>The story behind the War Dogs movie</p> <p>How David got into government contracting</p> <p>The process of winning government contracts</p> <p>Lessons learned from legal challenges and success</p> <p>Chapters<br> 00:00 Introduction to David Packouz...
How a $35K Investment Turned into a Highly Profitable Airbnb Arbitrage Business with Linda Kim
<p>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.</p> <p>Key topics</p> <p>Airbnb arbitrage strategy</p> <p>Mindset and overcoming fear</p> <p>Design as a profit driver</p> <p>Automation for passive income</p> <p>Scaling and partnership in real estate</p> <p>Takeaways</p> <p>Investing in coaching accelerates success.</p> <p>Design can increase profits by 30%.</p> <p>Mindset is crucial for overcoming rejection.</p> <p>Automation enables working fewer hours.</p...
From Knucklehead to Financial Freedom with Ryan D. Lee
<p>In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza interviews Ryan D. Lee, who shares his journey from a troubled youth to a successful entrepreneur and financial coach. Ryan discusses his philosophy on money, the importance of financial freedom, and how he helps others achieve their goals in a constrained timeframe. He emphasizes the significance of being present in family life and the lessons learned through his experiences in real estate investing. The conversation also touches on the concept of the ownership economy versus the dependency economy, and Ryan's approach to building a passive income...
From a Shy Kid with a Learning Disability to Stand-Up Star with Lahna Turner
<p>Join us as Lahna Turner shares her inspiring journey from a shy kid with learning disabilities to a successful comedian, filmmaker, and advocate. Discover how her experiences with trauma, addiction, and resilience shaped her path and her latest projects, including a documentary and a comic series that honor her late husband Ralphie May and inspire others.</p> <p>Topics</p> <p>Journey from childhood to comedy</p> <p>Impact of trauma and addiction</p> <p>Creating a documentary and comic series</p> <p>Lessons learned from sports and arts</p> <p>Chapters</p> <p>00:00 Introduction to Lahna Turner</p> <...
The Accidental Juggler & Professional Keynote Speaker with Greg Bennick
<p>Summary</p> <p>In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza speaks with Greg Bennick, a professional speaker and entertainer, about his journey from a young juggler to a successful entrepreneur. Greg shares his early experiences that shaped his passion for performance and connection, the evolution of his marketing strategies over the decades, and the importance of authenticity in personal branding, especially in the age of social media. The conversation emphasizes the significance of kindness and personal connection in both business and life. In this conversation, Greg Bennick shares his journey of building community...
