The Day You Almost Quit podcast

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Today, Elicia chats with Shaun Gray. Shaun's influx of social media followers, particularly on TikTok, puts him in a unique position navigating life with millions of people watching. Shaun's content is often about men's mental health and the struggle to open up and stay in touch with one's emotions. So many men learn to be closed off instead of feeling what the feel and processing those feelings, and Shaun wants to change that. You can connect with Shaun at @mightyyyymouse on TikTok and @mightyyyymouse on Insagram . Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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John's Crazy Socks with John and Mark Cronin 37:07

3 years ago37:07

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John and Mark Cronin of John's Crazy Socks join the show today. Their company started when John was in his last year of high school and facing the reality that there is a lack of opportunities for those with disabilities. John has Down Syndrome but that has never held him back. Only 1 in 5 people with a disability is employed and since he didn't see a job he wanted he made his own. John asked his Dad to go into business with him and started pitching ideas to Mark. One idea finally stuck - crazy socks. Within two weeks they were selling socks. Why socks? Crazy socks allow people to express and be themselves. They don't sell socks though, they sell happiness. They overcame the hurdles of sourcing inventory in the beginning without any proof that they could in fact sell them. What shocked them was the outpouring of emotional response to their customer service. They now own the largest sock company in the world. They talk about the important role the Special Olympics has played in their lives and still does. They like to say that without the Special Olympics there would be no John's Crazy Socks. They now design some of their own socks such as awareness socks that celebrate causes such as Autism and Down Syndrome and raise money for them. They have made the transition from selling online to now partnering with a very large national retailer and will be selling through that channel as well later on this year. Stay tuned by following them on their socials to see just who that large retailer is and where you can additionally purchase their unique socks and spread some happy! You won't want to miss their stories about the challenges they have faced and their resilience that comes from their strong connection to why they do what they do. Mark talks very openly about the new world of finding financing for the growth that is actually needed to turn profits and the mistakes they made along the way. You can join dance parties with John every Tuesday at 3pm ET on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/johnscrazysocks and follow their social enterprise on TikTok @johnscrazysocks and on Instagram @johnscrazysocks . They also have their own podcast called The Spreading Happiness Podcast. You can buy happiness errr socks and celebrate and contribute to great causes at their website johnscrazysocks.com . Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Sow to Speak with Kristy Mandour (Part Two) 33:40

3 years ago33:40

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This week on the show we continue Elicia's conversation with Kristy Mandour of Sow to Speak and The Closet Series Podcast. Kristy and Elicia talk about how sometimes in this digital world we live in where there is so much information available to us that seeking out too much information can sometimes make you confused or feel behind. Kristy talks openly about how she made that jump from in the red to in the black when she was starting out and how to not feel like a fraud when you haven't made it yet. She also shares some very helpful and insightful exercises to walk through to help you take the right steps in that process. She also shares how to tell whether you are feeling fear or anxiety when faced with decisions or if you are feeling stuck. She also shares her story of how she is currently in a time of transition not quitting but shifting her business. You can check out all the incredible content or set up a discovery call for your own business on her website at sowtospeak.com . You can also connect with her on IG @kristymandour or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/sow-to-speak/ or at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b . Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Sow to Speak with Kristy Mandour (Part One) 33:42

3 years ago33:42

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This week Kristy Mandour of Sow to Speak joins the show. She is also an Emotional Intelligence Coach and the Host of The Closet Series Podcast. She made the shift into her current business after seeing that she could make a bigger impact by connecting to people at the top of companies and having the information and knowledge disseminate from the top down and then out into the community. She and Elicia chat about the oversaturation of the coaching industry and what it means to be a credible coach. She speaks about the importance of showing up authentically as a coach and you will attract your clients that connect with you and will be impacted by you. Kristy also shares her take on the increase of opportunities that have arisen out of the pandemic - providing hope and insight. You won't want to miss her advice about the one thing you should do when you feel stuck as well as her thoughts on the importance of being true to yourself and understanding what the words failure, quit and success mean to you. This is Part 1 of their conversation. Tune in next week for the rest of the interview. You can check out all the incredible content or set up a discovery call for your own business on her website at sowtospeak.com . You can also connect with her on IG @kristymandour or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/sow-to-speak/ or at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b . Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Yonutz with Brock Howard 33:29

3 years ago33:29

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This week, Brock Howard of Yonutz, Las Vegas joins the show. Elicia and Brock go wayyyyy back all the way to high school but haven’t spoken in over 20 years. If you’ve been thinking about purchasing a franchise - this episode is for you. Brock talks about the ins and outs of owning a franchise and the unique advantages of being part of a new franchise as opposed to an older and more established one. The original owners and founders of Yonutz in Florida have gotten some special help by way of Shark Tank’s Kevin Harrington and Brock shares some of his personal experience with working with him. Brock’s story about quitting his teaching job on the first day of school to chase his entrepreneurial dreams is one you won’t want to miss! Brock is also a baseball coach and very active in his community which he feels is part of his success at Yonutz. If you haven’t heard of a Smash Donut - you most certainly will want one after this. You can connect with Brock and find all the yummy treats of Yonutz at the following links. https://www.facebook.com/brock.howard.566 IG: @13rockhoward www.Yonutz.com FB: Yonutz Las Vegas IG: @yonutz TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRd6GH8v/ Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Music and Entertainment with Troy Doherty (Part Two) 38:59

3 years ago38:59

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This is Part 2. This week's guest on the show is Troy Doherty. He is an incredibly talented singer, musician, songwriter, actor, and entertainer. He is Jersey born and raised, New York trained, LA made, and Nashville grade. Elicia and Troy dive into the unique challenges artists, creators, and entertainers face as entrepreneurs who are also the product they are selling. You aren’t gonna want to miss the second half of this interview. Troy’s take on the difference between anxiety and courage when you are faced with those moments of whether or not to go for it is something you will want to hold on to. You can find show dates, music and much more on Troy's website http://troydoherty.com and you can also connect with him on TikTok at @troy_music and on Instagram @troydoherty. Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Music and Entertainment with Troy Doherty (Part One) 33:25

3 years ago33:25

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This is Part 1. This week's guest on the show is Troy Doherty. He is an incredibly talented singer, musician, songwriter, actor, and entertainer. He is Jersey born and raised, New York trained, LA made, and Nashville grade. Elicia and Troy dive into the unique challenges artists, creators, and entertainers face as entrepreneurs who are also the product they are selling. Troy shares the behind the scenes/"game" side of the business that is hidden from the average consumer. Troy walks Elicia through the way marketing is done through TikTok and Instagram to help boost the Spotify algorithm which then pushes the song onto Spotify playlists. Elicia shares her observations of other artists such as Qveen Herby, Jessi Murph, Dax, and Teddy Swims and how each of them are doing a variation of this same thing. When they get to talking about a day he almost quit - his answer isn't the same as most of her guests.......... You can find show dates, music and much more on Troy's website troydoherty.com and you can also connect with him on TikTok at @troy_music and on Instagram @troydoherty. Stay tuned for Part 2 of the interview next week. Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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She Who Wins Summit with Renee Bauer 41:02

3 years ago41:02

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This week Renee Bauer joins the show and shares her insight into the huge transitions she is going through in real time in her own entrepreneurial ventures. She is an attorney, author, entrepreneur and speaker. She owns a law firm, is the host of the Happy Even After podcast, and she is the founder of the She Who Wins Summit. As a very driven person and type A personality, she talks about how hard it has been for her to find the pivot in this current time of transition. She gives wise advice around giving yourself space to find clarity instead of just saying yes to things to keep busy. Elicia and Renee talk about the grind of social media and how they both have recently thought about stepping away from it. There is value in showing up on social media in an authentic way instead of just posting to appease the algorithm. Renee shares her experience of stepping away from a recent venture and why it was the right thing to do to quit and how in honoring her intuition to step away she is now developing her own tarot community app that will be launching soon. You won't want to miss her very practical and applicable advice for anyone experiencing challenges in their business. This episode is a must listen! You can connect with her @msreneebauer and sign up for the She Who Wins Summit waitlist at the link in her bio. Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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True Vue Mastery with Kate Hanson 38:06

3 years ago38:06

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This week Kate Hanson joins the show. She is a Confidence Coach with a mission to brighten up the world through guiding powerful breakthroughs. She believes that at the heart of every person lies their true potential, only waiting to be seen, acknowledged and unleashed. Her work is currently centered on True Vue Mastery, a 12-week in-depth desire discovery program built for anyone who is ready for real and lasting transformation. Elicia and Kate connect over being mom-prenuers and how meditation has positively affected their lives and businesses. They also connect over their shared admiration of Mel Robbins, Rachel Hollis, and Glennon Doyle. Kate blows Elicia's mind with her advice around how to view the interruptions and times we have to slow down - so insightful. Having never spoken before, it was clear these two were destined to come together. So many takeaways for those out there who have their dream job in their mind and only need to take the steps and make it a reality. Kate also dreams of creating scholarships for women and raising money for clean water in Canadian Northern Communities. You can connect with Kate on Instagram @_kate_hanson_ or her website kate-hanson.co if you want to learn more about her coaching or if you just want to follow along. She is genuine, compassionate and a force to be reckoned with! Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Studio West Shop with Gabby Caperon (Part Two) 35:09

3 years ago35:09

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In the second half of this incredible interview with Gabby Caperon, Elicia and her get into the lesser talked about subjects of entrepreneurship. The challenges that come in managing success, and how it’s okay to be motivated by making money on your terms. How normal it is to want to quit and the reason it’s important to remember your why’s even if those why’s evolve over time. Gabby also shares how once you have found great success that everyone expects that everything you do after that will just turn to gold and how to find your next project. This is Part 2 of the interview. It was so full of powerful content we had to keep every bit of it and split it up so it will easier for all of you to consume. You can find Part 1 of the interview on episode 12. You can find Gabby’s latest start up company, Studio West Shop at http://studiowestshop.com . Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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BECO with Gabby Caperon (Part One) 31:02

3 years ago31:02

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This week Elicia is interviewing Gabby Caperon. Gabby started her company, BECO with a 5 dollar investment, while also taking care of a newborn. Gabby moved here from the Czech Republic and started working in the States as a house maid. She has quite a story from those humble beginnings to building a multimillion dollar company and successfully selling it. Elicia opens up about her first week working for Gabby years ago and Gabby’s response is fantastic. She’s been called ‘intense’. Gabby shares her wisdom about the importance of having a hobby, not a side hustle - a legit hobby. A lesson she learned the hard way after suffering from a heart attack in her early thirties. This is Part 1 of the interview. It was so full of powerful content we had to keep every bit of it and split it up so it will easier for all of you to consume. Look out for Part 2 next week. You won’t want to miss it. You can find Gabby’s latest start up company, Studio West Shop at http://studiowestshop.com . Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Doherty & Associates and The Coaching Piece with Neil Doherty 53:02

3 years ago53:02

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This week Elicia gets in a deep conversation with Neil Doherty. Neil has been an entrepreneur for most of his career. Currently he is the owner of Doherty and Associates and The Coaching Piece. He helps entrepreneurs and executives reach new heights by combining decades of business experience with the latest life and leadership coaching strategies. He meets people where they are helps them advance to the next level. Neil has vast experience ranging from B2B marketing, health and wellness industries, marketing, advertising, business consulting and now coaching. He is with a variety of people from a variety of businesses because of his diverse background. Even if you think you are doing great - everyone can benefit from coaching. Neil shares inspiring stories about putting yourself in uncomfortable and unfamiliar situations and how it’s a way to grow and level up. They talk about the word quit and the connotations it has with failure when really sometimes quitting is just a healthy transition. They also chat about the very unique way that he and Elicia got connected over a song by Dax @thatsdax called Dear Alcohol https://youtu.be/k5ZtZEtDEGo and his son TROY who did an incredible open verse challenge duet on the song. You can find Troy’s on IG @troydoherty They talk about how many people are afraid to let go of the thing they know intuitively they need to give up in order to advance. Neil uses his incredible coaching skills to get Elicia to open up about something she has been very privately working on in her life. They touch on the common issue of alcohol, substance abuse, and other negative coping mechanisms that is extremely common in the entrepreneurial space. Entrepreneurs are subject to different pressures and it is common for them turn to whatever coping mechanism is most easily available to them. Coaching helps deal with the unique pressures that entrepreneurs face and can’t always address at work or at home. Neil and Elicia talk about changing your brain pathways and the clarity and high level of functioning that comes with being sober. “All the beautiful things are hard.” You can connect with Neil to learn more about his coaching and consulting services at dohertyandassoc.com thecoachingpiece.com Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Nest Art Collective with Lora Bird 52:54

3 years ago52:54

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This week Elicia is chatting with Lora Bird, the owner and founder of Nest Art Collective. Nest is a queer owned trauma informed tattoo shop and art collective. Lora is a disrupter in her industry who saw how the typical tattoo culture not only treated clients but also fellow artists and set out to change that culture from the ground up. They talk the importance of passion and why she went the extra mile to offer privacy in her shop. They go in depth on the challenges, blood, sweat, tears and shitty food of renovating your own space on a budget. She also talks about how when you are aligned with what you are doing you will attract your community. You won’t want to miss the raw and slight humorous story about the final straw that made her think about quitting on opening Nest Art Collective. Her advice on how to decide whether to keep pushing or quit on an idea is great not only for business but also for your life. We also talk about the affects of COVID on our culture and how personally she came out of it with the ability to say no and guard her yes. You can find Lora on IG @honestbird or @nest.art.co and you can check out Nest Art Collective, book an appt check out upcoming events, and find art from the featured artists in the space at https://www.nestcollective.art/ Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Catan Pisco with Catalina Bentz 44:25

3 years ago44:25

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This week’s guest is Catalina Bentz the owner and founder of Catan Pisco, the first American Pisco brand. If you don’t know what type of spirit Pisco is, don’t worry Catalina breaks it down for us. We chat everything from how she got the idea from her Chilean roots, to getting help from an Uncle she didn’t know existed, to being featured in Forbes magazine and of course the day she almost walked away. Her story of almost quitting led to a super important and vulnerable discussion around the isolation and unique challenges women and mothers in particular face in the entrepreneurial space. We get raw. If you want to order your own bottle of Catan Pisco you can order it at catanpisco.com . You can also follow @catanpisco on IG. Catalina is also hosting a Virtual Mother’s Event on May 6th, and you can register here for this Mixology and Coaching event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mixology-motherhoodcoaching-cocktails-for-mothers-designed-by-mothers-tickets-300996347177?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Social Bamboo with Derek Videll 50:12

3 years ago50:12

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On this week’s episode, Elicia chats with Derek Videll who is the founder of SocialBamboo.com and the Host of The Social Bamboo Podcast, the #1 rated Instagram Marketing Podcast. Derek shares his wisdom around selling, and scaling business particularly around selling courses. We talk about how important it is for entrepreneurs to have sales skills. He also shares wise advice around marketing, creating a YouTube Channel and Podcast Swapping. We joke about the voyeuristic aspect of podcasting and dive into mistakes that people make in marketing their products or services. Every entrepreneur looking to market their products or services would benefit from this episode. You can find Derek at @socialbamboo_ on IG. His YouTube channel is https://www.youtube.com/c/DerekVidell and you can subscribe and listen to his podcast on all the major platforms The Social Bamboo Podcast. Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram.…

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Rare Breed Academy with Jay Pruna 54:00

3 years ago54:00

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Today, Elicia chats with entrepreneur, speaker, and mindset coach Jay Pruna. From working at a homeless shelter straight out of undergrad to training elderly women in boxing to building a huge outpatient facility and starting Rare Breed Academy with Trent Shelton - he brings a vast and valuable amount of experience and wisdom to the show. He dives into a compelling story of nearly walking away from it all when a dream project went horribly wrong and how he made it through that with success. He also shares an incredible practice to walk yourself through when you are faced with a hard decision in your business or in your life. He believes you should live like a rare breed. Make excellence your identity, greatness a habit, and discipline a lifestyle. It is the only way to lead ourselves and ultimately create more leaders around us. Find Jay on Instagram @jay_pruna Connect with him or join Rare Breed Academy at johnpruna.com Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Owning Purpose with Tyson Michael 47:30

3 years ago47:30

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Today, Elicia get deep and intentional with Tyson Michael. They talk creating content despite the expectations of those around you, and trusting that if you do the work you love the money will come. Tyson shares personal stories involving how he and his partner balance each other out to find the magical sweet spot between dreamy and pragmatic--because true innovation takes both. Then, Tyson and Elicia dip their toes into the nitty gritty of how manifestation really works. Hint: you can't just say you want something then sit on your ass and wait, you have to take action! It's okay to keep your circle small and focus only on what you love. Find Tyson on Instagram @tysonmichael_ or on TikTok @tysonmichael_ Don't forget to check out his YouTube channel, Owning Purpose youtube.com/c/OwningPurpose Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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My Story 26:45

3 years ago26:45

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Today, your talented host Elicia Strazzeri shares the story of the day she almost quit, and how it brought her to where she is now. Fluent in 'pirate' and 'construction worker', Elicia emphasizes just how important it is to be authentic and true to yourself in business. Networking is nothing with genuine human-to-human connections. Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Evolve X with Rodman Schley 45:30

3 years ago45:30

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Today's episode is an exciting romp with serial entrepreneur, Rodman. Having founded over 25 companies (overseeing up to 13 all at once) if anyone knows business, it's this guy. We talk about his podcast community, Evolve X, and get into old projects from real estate to TV production. Rodman even had his own show, Urban Conversion . We break down the stages of life from learning to doing to teaching and get into just how important it is to know when quitting is actually your best option. Rodman's best advice is to choose one thing you're really good at (instead of, say, 13 things you're okay at) and do it well. Then maybe you too could end up meeting Jimmy Fallon. Find him on IG @gordoman. You can also check out his website, including Evolve X, at www.gorodman.com Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Integrative Divorce Group with Lauren Germinario 47:42

3 years ago47:42

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In today’s show I chat with the one and only Lauren Germinario. An entrepreneur through and through, Lauren has built and ran several companies for the past 8 years. A full-time entrepreneur since May 2014, she's continued to maintain a passion for learning and flexibility in her career allowing her the opportunity to pivot as innovative business opportunities revealed themselves. She's cultivated successful businesses in tech, real estate, social media, business coaching, and hospitality investments. Most recently Lauren launched an innovative virtual divorce mediation and divorce coaching service aiming to provide a holistic experience for people going through a catastrophic life change. We don’t just get down to the nitty gritty about facing moments where you want to quit but we also talk about plants, inspirational memes, and share laughs and some tears. Lauren is dedicated to her personal growth and loves to challenge people to analyze their learned beliefs, create their own status quo, and utilize their unique design to live their most aligned life. She is the co-host of the There's a Hack For That Podcast on Daydreamer Network. She lives outside Phoenix, AZ with her Partner and their 30 houseplants. Find her on IG @laurengerminario, @theresahackforthat and @integrative divorce. You can also check out her company at www.integrativedivorcegroup.com Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Think and Drink Trivia with Steve Steckroth 45:02

3 years ago45:02

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This episode was straight fun with fancy cocktails, lots of laughs and Steve is giving all of you some entrepreneurial ideas - and the domains are for sale. We talk about how we hate the word pivot and how his bar trivia business, Think and Drink Trivia, survived the pandemic. Steve is the founder of Think and Drink and has had many other businesses as a natural entrepreneur. We even talk about a moment when he wanted to walk away from all his businesses and have a fresh start but the surprising results of a comprehensive career aptitude test led him to where he is today. He shares some solid advice for what to do when you hit the wall in building or continuing your business that everyone should hear. Find him at steve@noneofyourgoddamnbusiness.com Know a CEO, founder, or entrepreneur who should be on the show? Shoot us a DM @thedayyoualmostquit on Instagram. Join our community on Instagram @thedayyoualmostquit and connect with Elicia @sassy_freckles…

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Jenerally Speaking Hair with Jen Bullock 30:10

3 years ago30:10