Blaze Your Own Trail

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://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/

 

 

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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_/

21 Five Films: https://www.instagram.com/21fivefilms/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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/

 

 

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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/

War Dogs Academy - https://wardogsacademy.com

InstaFloss - https://instafloss.com

SingularSound (Beat Buddy) - https://www.singularsound.com

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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

Connect with Linda: https://linktr.ee/itslindakim

 

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