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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Why You Should Start Your Day with Revenue Activities with Tom Krol
<p>In this inspiring interview, Tom Krol shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful real estate coach and entrepreneur. Discover key insights on handling pressure, the importance of fundamentals, and how adversity can be turned into advantage.</p><p> Key Topics</p><p>Tom Krol's early life and challenges<br>The importance of handling pressure in business<br>Fundamentals and basics for entrepreneurial success<br>Turning adversity into opportunity<br>The role of reading and continuous learning</p><p>Sound Bites</p><p>"Focus on fundamentals and basics"<br>"Start your day with revenue activities"<br>"A...
The Skill School Never Taught That Changes Careers with Minesh Baxi
<p>In this episode, Minesh Baxi shares his inspiring journey from India to the US, his insights on education, career skills, and parenting, and details about upcoming events for aspiring speakers and entrepreneurs.</p><p>Key Topics</p><p>Minesh Baxi's childhood in India and move to the US<br>The importance of skills over degrees in today's world<br>The value of growth mindset versus fixed mindset<br>Parenting strategies for developing life skills<br>Upcoming speaking and networking events in Florida<br>The role of assessments in career and personal development<br>The significance of persuasion and results-oriented...
The Power of Human Connection in Leadership with Dr. Jen Thomas
<p>In this episode, Dr. Jen Thomas shares her inspiring journey from childhood in Buffalo to becoming a leadership speaker and author. She discusses the importance of human connection, embracing life's ups and downs, and redefining pathways into the workforce.</p><p>Key topics</p><p>Journey from childhood to leadership<br>The importance of human connection in work and life<br>Redefining pathways into the workforce and education<br>Resilience through life's challenges<br>The role of mentorship and coaching</p><p>Takeaways</p><p>Embrace life's ups and downs to discover your true self.<br>Human connection is...
Why You Should Build Through Failure with Steve Walsh
<p>In this episode, Steve Walsh, known as the hands-on angel, shares his journey from a successful corporate career to becoming an entrepreneur and investor. He discusses lessons learned from sports, leadership, building teams, managing multiple business units, and the importance of authenticity and bold outreach in business growth.</p><p>Key Topics</p><p>Steve Walsh's background and journey from corporate to entrepreneurship<br>Lessons learned from sports that apply to business<br>Top leadership qualities for team building<br>Managing multiple business units and global teams<br>The importance of authenticity and boldness in outreach<br>Lessons from...
They Used Stimulus Checks to Make Their First Short Film with Kaleb & Kyler Cook
<p>In this inspiring interview, Kaleb and Kyler Cook share their journey from small-town Illinois to becoming filmmakers with a faith-driven mission. They discuss their creative process, the importance of community, and how their faith shapes their work, culminating in the of their recently released impactful film 'Just One More' which has won several awards in multiple categories<br> </p><p>Takeaways</p><p>-Consistent practice and honing craft over years is essential to success.<br>-Surround yourself with people better than you to elevate your work.<br>-Faith and community are foundational to impactful filmmaking.</p><p>Sound Bites</p...
Why Your Network Score Matters More Than Your Credit Score with Eddie Konialian
<p>Jordan Mendoza sits down with Eddie Konialian, co-founder of Netwrk.VIP, for a conversation about resilience, leadership, and why networking should be measured by generosity, not extraction. Eddie shares how growing up in Beirut during the civil war, immigrating to Los Angeles, and building his career in finance shaped his belief that real success comes from helping other people win. They discuss Eddie’s path from sports and early jobs into banking leadership, the lessons he learned from managing teams, and why he built a platform focused on ownership, trust, and relationship quality. The episode centers on one big id...
From Burned Out Chef to Global Movement Helping Chef's Thrive with Andres Hinojosa
<p>In this episode, Chef Andres Hinojosa shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful chef and mentor. Discover how adversity shaped his life, his passion for food, and his mission to empower other chefs to succeed.</p><p> </p><p>Key topics</p><p>Chef Andres' childhood and early influences<br>Overcoming adversity and personal challenges<br>The founding of Dinner with a Chef and Chefpreneur University<br>The importance of excellence and service in the culinary arts<br>Strategies for aspiring chefs to succeed and monetize their passion<br>The role of faith and p...
They Live On a Cruise Ship with Jeff and Debb Knapp
<p>Jeff and Debb share their inspiring journey from hardship to living full-time on a cruise ship, emphasizing the power of resilience, faith, and community impact. Their story highlights overcoming adversity and building a life of purpose and impact.</p><p>Key Topics</p><p>Jeff and Debb's background and childhood stories<br>The decision to live full-time on a cruise ship<br>The role of faith and community in overcoming adversity<br>The journey of building a social media presence and brand<br>The importance of authenticity and impact in content creation<br>Strategies for overcoming personal struggles and...
From Stuttering to Strength with Marcy Axelrod
<p>In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza speaks with Marcy Axelrod, who shares her journey of overcoming stuttering and how it shaped her understanding of human connection and compassion. Marcy discusses the importance of showing up authentically in life, the continuum of presence, and how art serves as a powerful medium for expression and community engagement. She emphasizes the role of adversity in personal growth and the necessity of being present and compassionate towards others.</p><p>Takeaways</p><p>Marcy emphasizes that what we do is not who we are.<br>Her...
Life After the Gridiron, Podcasting for Business Growth, and Building Through Adversity with Marques Ogden
<p>Jordan Mendoza sits down with Marques Ogden for a wide-ranging conversation about reinvention, podcasting, business development, and resilience. Marques shares how he went from NFL player to entrepreneur, then rebuilt his career through speaking, coaching, consulting, and his podcast Get Authentic with Marques Ogden. They also dig into how podcasting can create real business opportunities, why consistency matters before monetization, and how AI is changing content creation and operational systems. The conversation closes with a practical message for anyone in a hard season: focus on the light, keep moving, and never quit.</p><p>Key topics</p>Marques Ogden’s...
