David Carruthers

David Carruthers is an author, entertainer, motivational speaker and the co-founder of Your House Social Enterprise, a creative 'Social Purpose Corporation' whose goal is to motivate kids and youth through books, shows, festivals, multicultural events, inspirational and educational programs, documentaries and movies all under one roof. David has written many beloved children’s books including “Gordie the Golf Ball,” “Fat Cat, Fat Cat,” “The Bird That Wanted to Fly” and “I Wonder,” among many others.

David Carruthers is an author, entertainer, motivational speaker and the co-founder of <a href="https://www.yourhousespc.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Your House Social Enterprise</a>, a creative 'Social Purpose Corporation' whose goal is to motivate kids and youth through books, shows, festivals, multicultural events, inspirational and educational programs, documentaries and movies all under one roof. David has written many beloved children’s books including “Gordie the Golf Ball,” “Fat Cat, Fat Cat,” “The Bird That Wanted to Fly” and “I Wonder,” among many others.

Ep. 121: Look, Listen & Live - David Carruthers

Louis Engel

A creative entrepreneur, Louis Engel is the project manager and show host of "Go Produce,” a podcast where he interviews music industry professionals to figure out how they have turned their passions into profit (which is what he's looking to learn how to do). He's also the CEO of “Big Lou Crew” where he makes happy rap music for his Crew.

A creative entrepreneur, Louis Engel is the project manager and show host of "Go Produce,” a podcast where he interviews music industry professionals to figure out how they have turned their passions into profit (which is what he's looking to learn how to do). He's also the CEO of “Big Lou Crew” where he makes happy rap music for his Crew.

Ep. 120: Turning Passion into Profit - Louis Engel

Hannah Holladay

Hannah Holladay is an intuitive energy healer and coach who combines her training in Reiki, quantum healing, sound healing subconscious reprogramming, and intuitive guidance to support clients. She uses her background as a competitive athlete &amp; holistic health coach to support her clients in taking grounded and practical steps to create balance mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. If you’re the kind of person who is looking to clear old thought patterns, limiting beliefs and energy that are keeping you from moving forward in your life, you will find this discussion fascinating. From finding your 'authentic frequency' to doing your shadow work to 5D and the quantum realm, it’s all touched on in this episode.

Hannah Holladay is an intuitive energy healer and coach who combines her training in Reiki, quantum healing, sound healing subconscious reprogramming, and intuitive guidance to support clients. She uses her background as a competitive athlete &amp; holistic health coach to support her clients in taking grounded and practical steps to create balance mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. If you’re the kind of person who is looking to clear old thought patterns, limiting beliefs and energy that are keeping you from moving forward in your life, you will find this discussion fascinating. From finding your 'authentic frequency' to doing your shadow work to 5D and the quantum realm, it’s all touched on in this episode.

Ep. 119: Everything is Energy - Hannah Holladay

Joe Atang

One might refer to Joe Atang as the "Hi!" Guy. Using a relentlessly positive approach to share his compassionate spirit, Joe has become what some might call a major "influencer" on TikTok. He spreads positivity, shares what he's learning as he goes and has become a valued presence in the lives of a great many people.  Joe is the guy who writes the word "Hi" on his hand, a simple gesture that has turned into a benchmark of his personal brand (yes, I did ask him if he's thought about simply tattooing the phrase to his palm permanently). In this conversation, Joe shares how the whole "Hi!" thing started and why he feels the response to it has been so strong.  Among the other things we talked about were what got him started on TikTok in the first place and why Gary Vaynerchuk's example has meant so much to him. Joe shared the personal story behind the Bill Withers song, "Lovely Day" and how it became such a staple of what he shares online. He also talked about how he developed the idea of calling people while broadcasting live and what that was like when he first started to do it. Some other things covered in this conversation include:  His willingness to move through discomfort in order to learn and achieve something new (and why that's so important). Going from being teased and picked on as a kid to working so hard to encourage and inspire others. What prompted him to start taking cold showers. How he continues to come up with new content ideas to share on video. How often he feels he has to step back, rest and reset.   If you're the kind of person would who like more uplifting voices in your life more often, follow Joe Atang. You'll be glad you did.

One might refer to Joe Atang as the "Hi!" Guy. Using a relentlessly positive approach to share his compassionate spirit, Joe has become what some might call a major "influencer" on TikTok. He spreads positivity, shares what he's learning as he goes and has become a valued presence in the lives of a great many people.  Joe is the guy who writes the word "Hi" on his hand, a simple gesture that has turned into a benchmark of his personal brand (yes, I did ask him if he's thought about simply tattooing the phrase to his palm permanently). In this conversation, Joe shares how the whole "Hi!" thing started and why he feels the response to it has been so strong.  Among the other things we talked about were what got him started on TikTok in the first place and why Gary Vaynerchuk's example has meant so much to him. Joe shared the personal story behind the Bill Withers song, "Lovely Day" and how it became such a staple of what he shares online. He also talked about how he developed the idea of calling people while broadcasting live and what that was like when he first started to do it. Some other things covered in this conversation include: <ul> <li>His willingness to move through discomfort in order to learn and achieve something new (and why that's so important).</li> <li>Going from being teased and picked on as a kid to working so hard to encourage and inspire others.</li> <li>What prompted him to start taking cold showers.</li> <li>How he continues to come up with new content ideas to share on video.</li> <li>How often he feels he has to step back, rest and reset. </li> </ul> If you're the kind of person would who like more uplifting voices in your life more often, follow Joe Atang. You'll be glad you did.

Ep. 118: Hi! (Help Inspyre) - Joe Atang

Bryant Chambers

Bryant Chambers is an entrepreneur, activist, speaker, musician, actor, producer, and life  &amp; business coach. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his service leading soldiers in combat during his time in the military. He has also seen success in Fortune 500 Business, entrepreneurship, entertainment, and as a valued presence on social media.  As Bryant said near the end of this interview, "I don't care about much." But it's not that Bryant doesn't care. He does. Deeply. It's just that he's pretty specific about what he feels is truly worth caring about. Bryant’s no-nonsense approach as a personal and business coach has connected with millions of viewers online as he pursues his mission to accelerate human cognitive evolution (getting people to think better).

Bryant Chambers is an entrepreneur, activist, speaker, musician, actor, producer, and life  &amp; business coach. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his service leading soldiers in combat during his time in the military. He has also seen success in Fortune 500 Business, entrepreneurship, entertainment, and as a valued presence on social media.  As Bryant said near the end of this interview, "I don't care about much." But it's not that Bryant doesn't care. He does. Deeply. It's just that he's pretty specific about what he feels is truly worth caring about. Bryant’s no-nonsense approach as a personal and business coach has connected with millions of viewers online as he pursues his mission to accelerate human cognitive evolution (getting people to think better).

Ep. 117: What's Worth Caring About - Bryant Chambers

KADE (Kenneth Wong) is a producer, songwriter and half of the EDM duo, Alex Kade who released their debut single, “Found” in 2020. KADE is incredibly skilled at producing hit EDM remixes. He also helps other artists with marketing their music. But most of all, KADE is a relentlessly positive, encouraging and uplifting guy who seems completely committed to the unique and authentic expression of creativity - both from himself and all those he encourages.

KADE (Kenneth Wong) is a producer, songwriter and half of the EDM duo, Alex Kade who released their debut single, “Found” in 2020. KADE is incredibly skilled at producing hit EDM remixes. He also helps other artists with marketing their music. But most of all, KADE is a relentlessly positive, encouraging and uplifting guy who seems completely committed to the unique and authentic expression of creativity - both from himself and all those he encourages.

Ep. 116: For the Love of Music - KADE (Kenneth Wong)

Elizabeth Morgan

Elizabeth Morgan is a former professional cheerleader for the NFL’s Buffalo Bills as well as the CFL’s Toronto Argonauts and Hamilton Tigercats. She is co-Director of the Toronto Argonauts cheerleader alumni and an official member of the NFL alumni.  Currently, Elizabeth works as a dance artist-in-residence for local school boards in partnership with the London Arts Council. She is the owner of Expressions Dance Arts and One Eye Entertainment.

Elizabeth Morgan is a former professional cheerleader for the NFL’s Buffalo Bills as well as the CFL’s Toronto Argonauts and Hamilton Tigercats. She is co-Director of the Toronto Argonauts cheerleader alumni and an official member of the NFL alumni.  Currently, Elizabeth works as a dance artist-in-residence for local school boards in partnership with the London Arts Council. She is the owner of Expressions Dance Arts and One Eye Entertainment.

Ep. 115: Life as a Professional Cheerleader - Elizabeth Morgan

Michel Neray

What does “community” mean in this pandemic era, and how do we continue to cultivate it? In this episode, Kevin and Michel Neray (the founder of momondays) discuss the challenges and opportunities of building community and creating genuine human connection online while the current pandemic keeps us from doing so in person at venues such as momondays.

What does “community” mean in this pandemic era, and how do we continue to cultivate it? In this episode, Kevin and Michel Neray (the founder of momondays) discuss the challenges and opportunities of building community and creating genuine human connection online while the current pandemic keeps us from doing so in person at venues such as momondays.

Ep. 114: How To Build Community - Michel Neray of momondays

Steve Bottrill

If you’ve ever doubted yourself and want to believe again, join us for this episode about overcoming impossible odds. At just 22 years old, Steve Bottrill was in a horrific car accident that left him on life support. He was in a coma for 10 days. Steve now says that, while in the coma, he could hear the conversations the doctors were having with his parents. He heard them say he would never walk again or talk again. He heard them say that he would be connected to machines his entire life. He heard them say he would never be 100% again, that he would never go back to school or play sports. Steve says he could hear all of those conversations around him while he was in the coma. For some reason he was determined to prove them wrong. In this episode, you’ll find out what happened, and how you can use the same spirit to overcome whatever challenge you’re looking to overcome.

If you’ve ever doubted yourself and want to believe again, join us for this episode about overcoming impossible odds. At just 22 years old, Steve Bottrill was in a horrific car accident that left him on life support. He was in a coma for 10 days. Steve now says that, while in the coma, he could hear the conversations the doctors were having with his parents. He heard them say he would never walk again or talk again. He heard them say that he would be connected to machines his entire life. He heard them say he would never be 100% again, that he would never go back to school or play sports. Steve says he could hear all of those conversations around him while he was in the coma. For some reason he was determined to prove them wrong. In this episode, you’ll find out what happened, and how you can use the same spirit to overcome whatever challenge you’re looking to overcome.

Ep. 113: How To Overcome Impossible Odds - Steve Bottrill

Yoda Olinyk

If you've ever questioned your professional path or faced the terror of making life-altering decisions, you will appreciate what Yoda shares in this heartfelt and engaging interview. What Yoda shares here truly is a recipe for starting over. Yoda Olinyk is the chef and owner at Yoda’s Kitchen, a plant-based catering company making healthy food (and vegan doughnuts) from scratch, with local ingredients.  Yoda also recently published her cookbook memoir, “Salt and Sour: My Recipe For Starting Over.” The book details her journey into cooking professionally, as well as her journey into opening (and closing) her own restaurant back in 2017. It's a story of soul searching, love, heartache and some recipes too. If you've ever questioned your professional path or faced the terror of making life-altering decisions, you will appreciate what Yoda shares in this heartfelt and engaging interview. What Yoda shares here truly is a recipe for starting over.

If you've ever questioned your professional path or faced the terror of making life-altering decisions, you will appreciate what Yoda shares in this heartfelt and engaging interview. What Yoda shares here truly is a recipe for starting over. Yoda Olinyk is the chef and owner at Yoda’s Kitchen, a plant-based catering company making healthy food (and vegan doughnuts) from scratch, with local ingredients.  Yoda also recently published her cookbook memoir, “Salt and Sour: My Recipe For Starting Over.” The book details her journey into cooking professionally, as well as her journey into opening (and closing) her own restaurant back in 2017. It's a story of soul searching, love, heartache and some recipes too. If you've ever questioned your professional path or faced the terror of making life-altering decisions, you will appreciate what Yoda shares in this heartfelt and engaging interview. What Yoda shares here truly is a recipe for starting over.

Ep. 112: A Recipe For Starting Over - Yoda Olinyk of Yoda's Kitchen

"Journeys with the No Schedule Man" celebrates &amp; shares the journeys of heart-centered entrepreneurs who are finding their REAL success. Together we explore their triumphs, challenges, thoughts, feelings and lessons learned.

Journeys with the No Schedule Man

Adam Malamis

Adam Malamis had a burning question inside of him he needed to answer.         He wanted to know if he could be the kind of person one might find "running into the action when other people were running away" ... or not?         I believe he has his answer.         In the summer of 2019, Adam found himself - by choice - behind the lens of a camera, in full riot gear, in the middle of the conflict and protests in Hong Kong.         In this conversation, Adam outlines why it was so important for him to go, what he's taken from the experience and how is travels have shaped his perspective. of life at home.     Among other things, we discussed:         ~ "Appreciating stillness" and his love of photography.         ~ What it was like, back-packing across Europe by himself in his early 20's, and how he navigated his way through places where he didn't know he language.         ~ How people ask you if you wish to eat in Mongolia.         ~ How he prepared and purchased riot gear for his trip to Hong Kong.         ~ What the Hong Kong experience was really like.         ~ His plans for an exhibit called "Revolution Of Our Times"         ~ His involvement in "The Fight To End Homelessness" here in London, Ontario, Canada and what being involved in the project has shown him about people.

Ep. 92: Documenting Protests in Hong Kong - Adam Malamis

Kyle Blythe

What, exactly, is an "Awesomepreneur?" How does the idea uniquely contribute to people in business growing and thriving at work and at home? Where did the idea come from ? Where it is going? We discussed that and much more with Kyle Blythe, founder &amp; CEO of Awesomepreneurs Inc. in Ep. 88 of "Journeys with the No Schedule Man." Among other things, we chatted about: - What Awesomepreneurs is and how it was born - His pivotal choice to "sink or swim." - The challenges that immediately stood in his way and what he's done to meet and overcome them. - How he feels "it's not about me" and some examples of the kinds of people that have become involved and why they have. - The power of having a lot of regrets. - The tricky balance between service and self-care. “Journeys with the No Schedule Man” is presented by:  Connect1 Consulting Diamond &amp; Gold Treasures Provincial Glass &amp; Mirror Trickett Financial Susan Eliuk of Travel Agents in Action momondays London 

What, exactly, is an "Awesomepreneur?" How does the idea uniquely contribute to people in business growing and thriving at work and at home? Where did the idea come from ? Where it is going? We discussed that and much more with Kyle Blythe, founder &amp; CEO of Awesomepreneurs Inc. in Ep. 88 of "Journeys with the No Schedule Man." Among other things, we chatted about: - What Awesomepreneurs is and how it was born - His pivotal choice to "sink or swim." - The challenges that immediately stood in his way and what he's done to meet and overcome them. - How he feels "it's not about me" and some examples of the kinds of people that have become involved and why they have. - The power of having a lot of regrets. - The tricky balance between service and self-care. “Journeys with the No Schedule Man” is presented by: <ul> <li><a href="https://connect1consulting.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect1 Consulting</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.diamondzgold.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Diamond &amp; Gold Treasures</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.provincialglass.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Provincial Glass &amp; Mirror</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.trickettfinancial.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Trickett Financial</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.foreverpreciousmemories.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Susan Eliuk of Travel Agents in Action</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.momondays.com/london" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">momondays London</a></li> </ul>

Ep. 88: Helping Small Businesses Grow - Kyle Blythe

Cornell Thomas

Cornell Thomas is a speaker, author, coach and creator of the “Positivity Summit,” designed to help unite human beings, regardless of race, religion, political preference, or socioeconomic status. Cornell’s goal has always been to focus on the good in mankind, and not the bad.  When the coronavirus first struck one of the first questions Cornell was asked was what he will do about the Summit. His answer: pivot. Instead of holding it in one city, in one country, and in front of a limited audience, he could now make it a global event that everyone from all over the world could see simultaneously. And with that, his Global Online Positive Summit has been born, and is set to take place on May 28 - 30, 2020.  We discussed all of this in this episode. Cornell has gathered speakers from all over the world sharing their unique stories, and powerful messages, all in an effort to uplift others and to raise money for a firefighter’s family in his hometown of Passaic, New Jersey. He passed from Covid-19, and is survived by his wife and two children. Come join us for three days of inspiration, wisdom, and hope. To learn more and register for the Summit, go here: http://cornell-thomas.com/positivity-summit/ ------------------------------------------- This episode of “Journeys with the No Schedule Man” is presented by: ~ Diamond &amp; Gold Treasures - http://www.diamondzgold.com ~ Provincial Glass &amp; Mirror - https://www.provincialglass.com/ ~ Mulligan Realty Group - http://www.mulliganrealtygroup.com ~ momondays London - http://www.momondays.com/london ~ Trickett Financial - https://www.trickettfinancial.com/ ~ The Turtle Tribe online coaching community - http://www.theturtletribe.com

Cornell Thomas is a speaker, author, coach and creator of the “Positivity Summit,” designed to help unite human beings, regardless of race, religion, political preference, or socioeconomic status. Cornell’s goal has always been to focus on the good in mankind, and not the bad.  When the coronavirus first struck one of the first questions Cornell was asked was what he will do about the Summit. His answer: pivot. Instead of holding it in one city, in one country, and in front of a limited audience, he could now make it a global event that everyone from all over the world could see simultaneously. And with that, his Global Online Positive Summit has been born, and is set to take place on May 28 - 30, 2020.  We discussed all of this in this episode. Cornell has gathered speakers from all over the world sharing their unique stories, and powerful messages, all in an effort to uplift others and to raise money for a firefighter’s family in his hometown of Passaic, New Jersey. He passed from Covid-19, and is survived by his wife and two children. Come join us for three days of inspiration, wisdom, and hope. To learn more and register for the Summit, go here: <a href="http://cornell-thomas.com/positivity-summit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://cornell-thomas.com/positivity-summit/</a> ------------------------------------------- This episode of “Journeys with the No Schedule Man” is presented by: ~ Diamond &amp; Gold Treasures - <a href="http://www.diamondzgold.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.diamondzgold.com</a> ~ Provincial Glass &amp; Mirror - <a href="https://www.provincialglass.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.provincialglass.com/</a> ~ Mulligan Realty Group - <a href="http://www.mulliganrealtygroup.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.mulliganrealtygroup.com</a> ~ momondays London - <a href="http://www.momondays.com/london" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.momondays.com/london</a> ~ Trickett Financial - <a href="https://www.trickettfinancial.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.trickettfinancial.com/</a> ~ The Turtle Tribe online coaching community - <a href="http://www.theturtletribe.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.theturtletribe.com</a>

Ep. 108: Positivity Going Global - Cornell Thomas

Shiva Duddi

What is it that keeps some people going when adversity strikes? Shiva Duddi has an inspiring story to share that includes acclimating to another country, overcoming a cancer diagnosis and completely re-engineering his life when he felt physically, mentally and spiritually out of balance. Shiva, a senior technology leader with years of experience helping some of the leading financial institutions in Canada, is also an entertaining and engaging speaker. And one of the stories he shares is of the first time he did a CN Tower climb (in Toronto, Ontario, Canada) to benefit the United Way, and how that experience led to a near-total life transformation in the years that followed. Among other things, we discussed: ~ What brought him from India to Canada and what that transition was like. ~ Why he feels such a strong connection to the CN Tower. ~ What inspired him to do his first CN Tower climb. ~ What (and who) it was that inspired him to get back up and keep going when he felt he couldn’t possibly go on. ~ What he covered up by putting on a hoodie even after successfully completing his first climb. ~ Why he went back the next year even after promising himself that he would “never do it again.” ~ How he used Inner Engineering to transform his life. ~ What he did after receiving a cancer diagnosis in 2019 and how he managed to complete another CN Tower climb despite the challenge. To connect with Shiva and learn more, visit www.shiva4joy.com For all previous episodes of the podcast please visit and subscribe at http://www.NoScheduleManPodcast.com. This episode of “Journeys with the No Schedule Man” is presented by: ~ Diamond &amp; Gold Treasures - http://www.diamondzgold.com ~ Provincial Glass &amp; Mirror - https://www.provincialglass.com/ ~ Mulligan Realty Group - http://www.mulliganrealtygroup.com ~ momondays London - http://www.momondays.com/london ~ Trickett Financial - https://www.trickettfinancial.com/ ~ The Turtle Tribe online coaching community - http://www.theturtletribe.com

What is it that keeps some people going when adversity strikes? Shiva Duddi has an inspiring story to share that includes acclimating to another country, overcoming a cancer diagnosis and completely re-engineering his life when he felt physically, mentally and spiritually out of balance. Shiva, a senior technology leader with years of experience helping some of the leading financial institutions in Canada, is also an entertaining and engaging speaker. And one of the stories he shares is of the first time he did a CN Tower climb (in Toronto, Ontario, Canada) to benefit the United Way, and how that experience led to a near-total life transformation in the years that followed. Among other things, we discussed: ~ What brought him from India to Canada and what that transition was like. ~ Why he feels such a strong connection to the CN Tower. ~ What inspired him to do his first CN Tower climb. ~ What (and who) it was that inspired him to get back up and keep going when he felt he couldn’t possibly go on. ~ What he covered up by putting on a hoodie even after successfully completing his first climb. ~ Why he went back the next year even after promising himself that he would “never do it again.” ~ How he used Inner Engineering to transform his life. ~ What he did after receiving a cancer diagnosis in 2019 and how he managed to complete another CN Tower climb despite the challenge. To connect with Shiva and learn more, visit <a href="http://www.shiva4joy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.shiva4joy.com</a> For all previous episodes of the podcast please visit and subscribe at <a href="http://www.NoScheduleManPodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.NoScheduleManPodcast.com</a>. This episode of “Journeys with the No Schedule Man” is presented by: ~ Diamond &amp; Gold Treasures - <a href="http://www.diamondzgold.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.diamondzgold.com</a> ~ Provincial Glass &amp; Mirror - <a href="https://www.provincialglass.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.provincialglass.com/</a> ~ Mulligan Realty Group - <a href="http://www.mulliganrealtygroup.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.mulliganrealtygroup.com</a> ~ momondays London - <a href="http://www.momondays.com/london" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.momondays.com/london</a> ~ Trickett Financial - <a href="https://www.trickettfinancial.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.trickettfinancial.com/</a> ~ The Turtle Tribe online coaching community - <a href="http://www.theturtletribe.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.theturtletribe.com</a>

Ep. 106: Moving Through Adversity - Shiva Duddi

John Reiser

If you own or operate your own business, you’ll appreciate and relate to this conversation. Especially if you are in the event management business.  Like so many of the rest of us, John Reiser’s path into the business that he now operates was anything but linear. The opportunity found him just as much as he found it. The story of how it has all evolved is interesting and valuable to hear, and that’s what we cover in this episode. John is the President of Better Events Management Group. Their signature event is the Better Business Expo which, at the time of this discussion, operates in multiple cities throughout Ontario, Canada (such as Mississauga, Markham, Ajax, Niagara, Ottawa and here in London) . In this conversation, John shares about the unique challenges and opportunities of operating in different cities, and about the trade show industry in general. Among other things we discussed: ~ What goes into responding to an unexpected crisis like we are currently facing with the Coronavirus and how that impacts the business and decisions going forward.  ~ What he and his team refer to as to “The Hot Zone” and how the last minute adjustments that a lot of people never see can make or break the execution of an event. ~ What it means to John to “Cowboy Up” and how he and his team have had to do that the number of times. ~ Why he seeks partnership in each community where they hold the Expo and what the general response has been when he and his group reach out. ~ The overwhelming list of all the things he discovered one needs when starting a business, and how he began chipping away at it. To learn more about John and the Better Business Expo, please visit http://www.betterbusinessexpo.ca For all previous episodes of the podcast please visit and subscribe at http://www.NoScheduleManPodcast.com. This episode of “Journeys with the No Schedule Man” is presented by: ~ Diamond &amp; Gold Treasures - http://www.diamondzgold.com ~ Provincial Glass &amp; Mirror - https://www.provincialglass.com/ ~ Mulligan Realty Group - http://www.mulliganrealtygroup.com ~ momondays London - http://www.momondays.com/london ~ Trickett Financial - https://www.trickettfinancial.com/ ~ The Turtle Tribe online coaching community - http://www.theturtletribe.com ABOUT KEVIN: Kevin Bulmer is the founder of No Schedule Man Brand Media, producer and host of the momondays London inspirational event series and the strategic marketing coach for Awesomepreneurs.   As a dynamic, down-to-earth and highly engaging professional speaker, it’s Kevin’s intention to uplift through a shared example of continual growth. He has a gift for helping people see themselves from a fresh perspective on matters related to mindset and effective marketing messaging. In both cases, it pretty much comes down to just being true to yourself … a principle which is fundamentally simple, but not necessarily easy to do. To join Kevin’s private online coaching community, "The Turtle Tribe,” visit http://www.theturtletribe.com

If you own or operate your own business, you’ll appreciate and relate to this conversation. Especially if you are in the event management business.  Like so many of the rest of us, John Reiser’s path into the business that he now operates was anything but linear. The opportunity found him just as much as he found it. The story of how it has all evolved is interesting and valuable to hear, and that’s what we cover in this episode. John is the President of Better Events Management Group. Their signature event is the Better Business Expo which, at the time of this discussion, operates in multiple cities throughout Ontario, Canada (such as Mississauga, Markham, Ajax, Niagara, Ottawa and here in London) . In this conversation, John shares about the unique challenges and opportunities of operating in different cities, and about the trade show industry in general. Among other things we discussed: ~ What goes into responding to an unexpected crisis like we are currently facing with the Coronavirus and how that impacts the business and decisions going forward.  ~ What he and his team refer to as to “The Hot Zone” and how the last minute adjustments that a lot of people never see can make or break the execution of an event. ~ What it means to John to “Cowboy Up” and how he and his team have had to do that the number of times. ~ Why he seeks partnership in each community where they hold the Expo and what the general response has been when he and his group reach out. ~ The overwhelming list of all the things he discovered one needs when starting a business, and how he began chipping away at it. To learn more about John and the Better Business Expo, please visit <a href="http://www.betterbusinessexpo.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.betterbusinessexpo.ca</a> For all previous episodes of the podcast please visit and subscribe at <a href="http://www.NoScheduleManPodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.NoScheduleManPodcast.com</a>. This episode of “Journeys with the No Schedule Man” is presented by: ~ Diamond &amp; Gold Treasures - <a href="http://www.diamondzgold.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.diamondzgold.com</a> ~ Provincial Glass &amp; Mirror - <a href="https://www.provincialglass.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.provincialglass.com/</a> ~ Mulligan Realty Group - <a href="http://www.mulliganrealtygroup.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.mulliganrealtygroup.com</a> ~ momondays London - <a href="http://www.momondays.com/london" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.momondays.com/london</a> ~ Trickett Financial - <a href="https://www.trickettfinancial.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.trickettfinancial.com/</a> ~ The Turtle Tribe online coaching community - <a href="http://www.theturtletribe.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.theturtletribe.com</a> ABOUT KEVIN: Kevin Bulmer is the founder of No Schedule Man Brand Media, producer and host of the momondays London inspirational event series and the strategic marketing coach for Awesomepreneurs. As a dynamic, down-to-earth and highly engaging professional speaker, it’s Kevin’s intention to uplift through a shared example of continual growth. He has a gift for helping people see themselves from a fresh perspective on matters related to mindset and effective marketing messaging. In both cases, it pretty much comes down to just being true to yourself … a principle which is fundamentally simple, but not necessarily easy to do. To join Kevin’s private online coaching community, "The Turtle Tribe,” visit <a href="http://www.theturtletribe.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.theturtletribe.com</a>

Ep. 100: Running an Event Management Business - John Reiser

Rakesh Mishra

Rakesh Mishra is "possibility" personified. His life and many adventures seem as if they might have been lifted straight out of a storybook. Except he’s real. After growing up in a poor Indian village with no electricity, automobiles or televisions, Rakesh went on to find himself in another part of the world entirely (Canada), retired financially at the age of 45.  (To hear Rakesh tell his story, listen to his previous appearance on this podcast, in Episode 68) Every dream he's set out for himself, he's made real. And now he lives and works with a passion to help others do the same for themselves. In this conversation Kevin talked to Rakesh about what it takes to live your dreams and what holds so many people back.  Among other things, they discussed: ~Two questions Rakesh suggests everyone ask themselves.  ~ The differences between a life of survival, success and significance.  ~ What Rakesh and Tom Cruise have in common.  ~ How to know if you are "playing too small." ~ Why Rakesh feels everybody these days is forced to be an entrepreneur, even if they are an employee.  ~ Three things widely available that can help anyone with anything. ~ Rakesh's "secret" for success.  ~ How expectation and attachment hold people back.  To learn more about Rakesh, visit http://www.coachrakesh.com For all previous episodes of the podcast, visit  http://www.NoScheduleManPodcast.com. “Journeys with the No Schedule Man” is presented by:   Connect1 Consulting -  https://connect1consulting.com Diamond &amp; Gold Treasures -  http://www.diamondzgold.com Provincial Glass &amp; Mirror -  https://www.provincialglass.com/ Susan Eliuk at Travel Agents In Action -  http://www.foreverpreciousmemories.ca Trickett Financial -  https://www.trickettfinancial.com/ momondays London -  http://www.momondays.com/london

Rakesh Mishra is "possibility" personified. His life and many adventures seem as if they might have been lifted straight out of a storybook. Except he’s real. After growing up in a poor Indian village with no electricity, automobiles or televisions, Rakesh went on to find himself in another part of the world entirely (Canada), retired financially at the age of 45.  (To hear Rakesh tell his story, listen to his previous appearance on this podcast, in Episode 68) Every dream he's set out for himself, he's made real. And now he lives and works with a passion to help others do the same for themselves. In this conversation Kevin talked to Rakesh about what it takes to live your dreams and what holds so many people back.  Among other things, they discussed: ~Two questions Rakesh suggests everyone ask themselves.  ~ The differences between a life of survival, success and significance.  ~ What Rakesh and Tom Cruise have in common.  ~ How to know if you are "playing too small." ~ Why Rakesh feels everybody these days is forced to be an entrepreneur, even if they are an employee.  ~ Three things widely available that can help anyone with anything. ~ Rakesh's "secret" for success.  ~ How expectation and attachment hold people back.  To learn more about Rakesh, visit <a href="http://www.coachrakesh.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.coachrakesh.com</a> For all previous episodes of the podcast, visit <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=cr8U-OnlLXSySAehbHsRIYSsr8J8MTU3NjM2MjA1OUAxNTc2Mjc1NjU5&amp;event=video_description&amp;v=FGezDHLK-6A&amp;q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.NoScheduleManPodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> http://www.NoScheduleManPodcast.com</a>. “Journeys with the No Schedule Man” is presented by: Connect1 Consulting - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=cr8U-OnlLXSySAehbHsRIYSsr8J8MTU3NjM2MjA1OUAxNTc2Mjc1NjU5&amp;event=video_description&amp;v=FGezDHLK-6A&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fconnect1consulting.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://connect1consulting.com</a> Diamond &amp; Gold Treasures - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=cr8U-OnlLXSySAehbHsRIYSsr8J8MTU3NjM2MjA1OUAxNTc2Mjc1NjU5&amp;event=video_description&amp;v=FGezDHLK-6A&amp;q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diamondzgold.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> http://www.diamondzgold.com</a> Provincial Glass &amp; Mirror - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=cr8U-OnlLXSySAehbHsRIYSsr8J8MTU3NjM2MjA1OUAxNTc2Mjc1NjU5&amp;event=video_description&amp;v=FGezDHLK-6A&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.provincialglass.com%2F" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.provincialglass.com/</a> Susan Eliuk at Travel Agents In Action - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=cr8U-OnlLXSySAehbHsRIYSsr8J8MTU3NjM2MjA1OUAxNTc2Mjc1NjU5&amp;event=video_description&amp;v=FGezDHLK-6A&amp;q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.foreverpreciousmemories.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> http://www.foreverpreciousmemories.ca</a> Trickett Financial - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=cr8U-OnlLXSySAehbHsRIYSsr8J8MTU3NjM2MjA1OUAxNTc2Mjc1NjU5&amp;event=video_description&amp;v=FGezDHLK-6A&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.trickettfinancial.com%2F" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.trickettfinancial.com/</a> momondays London - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=cr8U-OnlLXSySAehbHsRIYSsr8J8MTU3NjM2MjA1OUAxNTc2Mjc1NjU5&amp;event=video_description&amp;v=FGezDHLK-6A&amp;q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.momondays.com%2Flondon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> http://www.momondays.com/london</a>

Ep. 96: What It Takes To Live Your Dreams - Rakesh Mishra

Eric Gagne

Are we shaping - and sharing - our own stories in our own way? It might seem like an obvious question. I believe most of us would say, "Well of course. Of course that's what I'm doing." But is it really? Or are we doing, saying, and sharing what we think we should, recreating some version of what we see from others? Each of us has our own unique story, history, interests, values, areas of specialty and unique take on life and work. Each of us has the same opportunity to share those things and connect with the people that we are uniquely equipped to serve, in our own way. And from here on out, whenever anybody says to me, "Oh, I could never do that," I will point to the story of this week's guest: Eric Gagne.

Are we shaping - and sharing - our own stories in our own way? It might seem like an obvious question. I believe most of us would say, "Well of course. Of course that's what I'm doing." But is it really? Or are we doing, saying, and sharing what we think we should, recreating some version of what we see from others? Each of us has our own unique story, history, interests, values, areas of specialty and unique take on life and work. Each of us has the same opportunity to share those things and connect with the people that we are uniquely equipped to serve, in our own way. And from here on out, whenever anybody says to me, "Oh, I could never do that," I will point to the story of this week's guest: Eric Gagne.

Ep. 83: Becoming Our Insurance Guy - Eric Gagne

Cheryl Campbell

When it comes to money, are you a magician, a tyrant or a fool? In this episode, we’re talking about money, and more specifically, our individual relationship, mindset and habit patterns related to money and the common challenges that sometimes go with that. Cheryl Campbell is a Certified Money Coach &amp; Financial Planner. Her emphasis is on helping others like herself get out of the rut of living other people’s lives and truly start living the life that they were meant to live.

When it comes to money, are you a magician, a tyrant or a fool? In this episode, we’re talking about money, and more specifically, our individual relationship, mindset and habit patterns related to money and the common challenges that sometimes go with that. Cheryl Campbell is a Certified Money Coach &amp; Financial Planner. Her emphasis is on helping others like herself get out of the rut of living other people’s lives and truly start living the life that they were meant to live.

Ep. 82: Be a Money Magician - Cheryl Campbell

Jerod Ward

The University of Michigan men's basketball team made it all the way back to the Final Four championship game again this year. Here is the remarkable story of one of the top recruits in U of M's basketball history, Jerod Ward, the incredible adversity he encountered, how he dealt with it and what it's taught him.

The University of Michigan men's basketball team made it all the way back to the Final Four championship game again this year. Here is the remarkable story of one of the top recruits in U of M's basketball history, Jerod Ward, the incredible adversity he encountered, how he dealt with it and what it's taught him.

How to EAT Adversity - Jerod Ward (re-release)

Katie Kozlowski

Do you have the courage it takes to tell your own story, in your own way? Today we’re joined by Katie Kozlowski, a spiritual teacher, self realization coach and healer (although she more recently has been referring to herself as a “Wizard,” which I think is a good term!). Katie can now add “author” to that list, and she has contributed a chapter to a book called, “Simply...Woman: Stories from 30 Magnificent Women Who have Risen Against The Odds,” due to be released on International Women’s Day on March 8, 2018. In this episode, Katie takes us into the process of finding the courage to tell her own story in her own way. Among the many highlights I enjoyed from this discussion included Katie’s thoughts on: ~ Trying to figure out what might sell as opposed to what you really want to create. ~ The power of imagination and storytelling (how we used to teach). ~ Why it takes courage to tell your story. © 2018 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Do you have the courage it takes to tell your own story, in your own way? Today we’re joined by Katie Kozlowski, a spiritual teacher, self realization coach and healer (although she more recently has been referring to herself as a “Wizard,” which I think is a good term!). Katie can now add “author” to that list, and she has contributed a chapter to a book called, “Simply...Woman: Stories from 30 Magnificent Women Who have Risen Against The Odds,” due to be released on International Women’s Day on March 8, 2018. In this episode, Katie takes us into the process of finding the courage to tell her own story in her own way. Among the many highlights I enjoyed from this discussion included Katie’s thoughts on: ~ Trying to figure out what might sell as opposed to what you really want to create. ~ The power of imagination and storytelling (how we used to teach). ~ Why it takes courage to tell your story. © 2018 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Ep. 71: Finding The Courage To Tell Your Story - Katie Kozlowski

The question this week is ... what are you choosing? What choices are you making for yourself and how are you allowing your current circumstances to affect those choices about what’s possible for the future? Today, you are going to enjoy listening to a story that very well could be made into a movie at some point. This tale is going to take you to a variety of different lands, environments, challenges and choices that have delivered all kinds of valuable life lessons along the way. This week, we are joined by Rakesh Mishra, an international speaker, coach and expert on mindset.  At his website, Rakesh describes himself as, “An Indian village boy who made millions in Canada.” Today, you’re going to hear how he did that, going from growing up in a village with no electricity, television or automobiles to another part of the world entirely, and all of the remarkable - and sometimes absolutely soul-crushing - challenges he has met along the way. This is truly a remarkable story from a remarkable person. Some of the key takeaways from my time with Rakesh include:  The story of the coins, and the value in recognizing what he did NOT find - Listen for the  amazing, life-changing lesson in mindset he learned at just 7 years old!  Stretch - You will hear Rakesh use the term “stretch” several times in this conversation. What he’s talking about his pushing himself past his comfort zone, and as you’ll notice, there never is a point in which he feels he’s “arrived” and no longer needs to stretch. In particular, listen for the story about going to the city - an enormous stretch for him - and how, when he arrived, he realized he would need to stretch himself yet again  Reverse engineering (choice, intention) works - While the real joy is in the journey, in order to get to any new destination, you first need to CHOOSE where it is you wish to go. Otherwise, life will choose for you. Now, I have been in the audience when Rakesh has told his story about deciding, at the age of 35, that he would need to amass $2.5 millions within 10 years. People laugh at that moment. It’s not a vicious, critical laugh. It’s an uncomfortable, “You must be kidding” laugh, as if people are saying, “Yeah, right.” Well, as you will hear Rakesh discuss, when you choose your destination, only THEN do you start attracting the “how to do it” as you go, and rarely the other way around.  As with all things, it comes down to getting back to where we started … it’s a choice. And as Rakesh likes to say, “As long as you are breathing, it’s not done yet.” You are going to LOVE this story!  ©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

The question this week is ... what are you choosing? What choices are you making for yourself and how are you allowing your current circumstances to affect those choices about what’s possible for the future? Today, you are going to enjoy listening to a story that very well could be made into a movie at some point. This tale is going to take you to a variety of different lands, environments, challenges and choices that have delivered all kinds of valuable life lessons along the way. This week, we are joined by Rakesh Mishra, an international speaker, coach and expert on mindset. At his website, Rakesh describes himself as, “An Indian village boy who made millions in Canada.” Today, you’re going to hear how he did that, going from growing up in a village with no electricity, television or automobiles to another part of the world entirely, and all of the remarkable - and sometimes absolutely soul-crushing - challenges he has met along the way. This is truly a remarkable story from a remarkable person. Some of the key takeaways from my time with Rakesh include: <ol> <li>The story of the coins, and the value in recognizing what he did NOT find - Listen for the  amazing, life-changing lesson in mindset he learned at just 7 years old! </li> <li>Stretch - You will hear Rakesh use the term “stretch” several times in this conversation. What he’s talking about his pushing himself past his comfort zone, and as you’ll notice, there never is a point in which he feels he’s “arrived” and no longer needs to stretch. In particular, listen for the story about going to the city - an enormous stretch for him - and how, when he arrived, he realized he would need to stretch himself yet again </li> <li>Reverse engineering (choice, intention) works - While the real joy is in the journey, in order to get to any new destination, you first need to CHOOSE where it is you wish to go. Otherwise, life will choose for you. Now, I have been in the audience when Rakesh has told his story about deciding, at the age of 35, that he would need to amass $2.5 millions within 10 years. People laugh at that moment. It’s not a vicious, critical laugh. It’s an uncomfortable, “You must be kidding” laugh, as if people are saying, “Yeah, right.” Well, as you will hear Rakesh discuss, when you choose your destination, only THEN do you start attracting the “how to do it” as you go, and rarely the other way around.</li> </ol> As with all things, it comes down to getting back to where we started … it’s a choice. And as Rakesh likes to say, “As long as you are breathing, it’s not done yet.” You are going to LOVE this story! ©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Ep. 68: Choosing To Live - Rakesh Mishra

Cole Pearn

This week, we revisit a chat with Cole Pearn that originally took place in January, 2017, just a few weeks prior to the Daytona 500 and the start of the NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series season. 11 months later, Pearn is now a NASCAR Champion, Crew Chief of the #78 Furniture Row Racing team driven by Martin Truex Jr. Truex &amp; Pearn won 8 races in 2017, including the final contest at Homestead, Florida, where they beat out Brad Keselowski, Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch, all former series champions in their own right. They also collected wins at Las Vegas, Kansas (twice), Kentucky, Watkins Glen, Chicago and Charlotte through the course of the season. In this discussion, Pearn recalls his journey that has taken him from following in his dad’s footsteps as teenager racer based out of a tiny little town called Mount Brydges, Ontario, to leaving his job at Toyota to go to North Carolina to eventually earning the Crew Chief’s post with Furniture Row Racing and the incredible success they’ve enjoyed ever since. This story is a testament to knowing what you want, having the guts to go after it and to working relentlessly to do the right things over and over and over again until the results come. Pearn didn’t know he would be at the time we had this chat, but he is now a NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Championship-winning Crew Chief.  ©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

This week, we revisit a chat with Cole Pearn that originally took place in January, 2017, just a few weeks prior to the Daytona 500 and the start of the NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series season. 11 months later, Pearn is now a NASCAR Champion, Crew Chief of the #78 Furniture Row Racing team driven by Martin Truex Jr. Truex &amp; Pearn won 8 races in 2017, including the final contest at Homestead, Florida, where they beat out Brad Keselowski, Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch, all former series champions in their own right. They also collected wins at Las Vegas, Kansas (twice), Kentucky, Watkins Glen, Chicago and Charlotte through the course of the season. In this discussion, Pearn recalls his journey that has taken him from following in his dad’s footsteps as teenager racer based out of a tiny little town called Mount Brydges, Ontario, to leaving his job at Toyota to go to North Carolina to eventually earning the Crew Chief’s post with Furniture Row Racing and the incredible success they’ve enjoyed ever since. This story is a testament to knowing what you want, having the guts to go after it and to working relentlessly to do the right things over and over and over again until the results come. Pearn didn’t know he would be at the time we had this chat, but he is now a NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Championship-winning Crew Chief. ©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

The Road To Becoming a NASCAR Champion - Cole Pearn (Re-release)

The question this week is … how are you going to respond when adversity strikes? What about what it strikes again after that? And again after that?How many times are you willing to get back up?I would have been 20 years old when today’s guest, Jerod Ward, was named the Naismith Player of the Year award in 1994. That means Jerod was ranked as the #1 high school basketball player in all of the United States.That’s a big deal. And a lot of pressure.I remember it. I followed US College Basketball pretty closely at that time, and I well remember when Jerod chose to attend the University of Michigan, a basketball power in that era. Jerod seemed destined, not just for college basketball stardom, but for a long NBA career as well. It didn’t quite work out that way. Injuries derailed Jerod, time and time again. After multiple knee surgeries Jerod described himself as not only physically but also mentally broken down. He gives a vivid account of those days in our discussion.Amazingly, he somehow persevered, and went on to play professionally for 14 years at the highest levels worldwide Through it all, the adversities have taught Jerod to never give up. He now has gone on to motivate and educate people with his keystone philosophy of NBA: “Never Be Average.”When Jerod talks about eating adversity, he means “EAT” as an acronym for Embrace, Act and Thrive. In addition to his speaking, Jerod still stays close to the game he loves. He is a college basketball analyst with networks including ESPN. Some of the key takeaways from this chat with Jerod include:  The kids are watching - Please listen closely to what Jerod shares about his dad, and how what he learned carried over into his own journey. If you have kids of your own, please consider what they may be seeing and learning from you. In Jerod’s case, it sounds like he had a pretty exceptional teacher.  “You’re not going to get it all at once” - Again, Jerod’s father played an important role in showing him that the way things unfold is a process. Whether it’s in achieving a goal or looking at the arch of our journey through life. But you’re not going to get it all at once. Nor should you.  Life will take you where you’re supposed to go - Though Jerod suffered through near unbearable disappointment and physical and mental pain through the injuries that disrupted his path to the NBA, his path diverted him to one of experiencing different cultures internationally and uniquely shaping him to empower other people to overcome adversity in the manner that he does today. He also mentions how it was predicted early on, in his church, that he may well someday be doing something similar to what he’s doing now (“on a platform”) but he admits to, “Running from what he was told.” It’s interesting, how life works out.  This really is a remarkable story, and Jerod does such an incredible job to share it so openly and transparently. I know you’re going to enjoy it.©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

The question this week is … how are you going to respond when adversity strikes? What about what it strikes again after that? And again after that?How many times are you willing to get back up?I would have been 20 years old when today’s guest, Jerod Ward, was named the Naismith Player of the Year award in 1994. That means Jerod was ranked as the #1 high school basketball player in all of the United States.That’s a big deal. And a lot of pressure.I remember it. I followed US College Basketball pretty closely at that time, and I well remember when Jerod chose to attend the University of Michigan, a basketball power in that era. Jerod seemed destined, not just for college basketball stardom, but for a long NBA career as well. It didn’t quite work out that way. Injuries derailed Jerod, time and time again. After multiple knee surgeries Jerod described himself as not only physically but also mentally broken down. He gives a vivid account of those days in our discussion.Amazingly, he somehow persevered, and went on to play professionally for 14 years at the highest levels worldwide Through it all, the adversities have taught Jerod to never give up. He now has gone on to motivate and educate people with his keystone philosophy of NBA: “Never Be Average.”When Jerod talks about eating adversity, he means “EAT” as an acronym for Embrace, Act and Thrive. In addition to his speaking, Jerod still stays close to the game he loves. He is a college basketball analyst with networks including ESPN. Some of the key takeaways from this chat with Jerod include: <ol> <li>The kids are watching - Please listen closely to what Jerod shares about his dad, and how what he learned carried over into his own journey. If you have kids of your own, please consider what they may be seeing and learning from you. In Jerod’s case, it sounds like he had a pretty exceptional teacher. </li> <li>“You’re not going to get it all at once” - Again, Jerod’s father played an important role in showing him that the way things unfold is a process. Whether it’s in achieving a goal or looking at the arch of our journey through life. But you’re not going to get it all at once. Nor should you. </li> <li>Life will take you where you’re supposed to go - Though Jerod suffered through near unbearable disappointment and physical and mental pain through the injuries that disrupted his path to the NBA, his path diverted him to one of experiencing different cultures internationally and uniquely shaping him to empower other people to overcome adversity in the manner that he does today. He also mentions how it was predicted early on, in his church, that he may well someday be doing something similar to what he’s doing now (“on a platform”) but he admits to, “Running from what he was told.” It’s interesting, how life works out.</li> </ol> This really is a remarkable story, and Jerod does such an incredible job to share it so openly and transparently. I know you’re going to enjoy it.©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Ep. 66: How To EAT Adversity - Jerod Ward

Susan Kovacs

The question today is: why would we care so much about what other people think of us, and how are we allowing that to limit us? That’s a question that hits me right between the eyes that I have been grappling with on a daily basis the last couple of years, and it also confronted this episode’s guest, Susan Kovacs. It carried a lot of impact for her, especially because it came out of the mind and mouth of her daughter.  Known as the “Game Changer,” Susan Kovacs is a sought-after, straightforward coach to ambitious high performers. And her story so far is fascinating and empowering. 30 years after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and living those decades under the cloak of limitations suggested by both doctors and the disease, Susan competed in and completed her first triathlon. As you will hear, even deciding to try to do a triathlon, let alone completing one, was an enormous leap for her, both physically and spiritually. Anyone who has ever doubted themselves for any reason is going to love this conversation. Anyone who has ever listened to an outside influence, be it a parent or doctor or teacher or co-worker, and labelled themselves as unable to do something from that point forward will most definitely be able to relate to Susan. I am completely confident that you will find her story incredibly uplifting. There is a lot of great value to take away from Susan's story. Just some of the key elements that stood out to me included:  Identity vs authenticity and a question from her daughter - About a half hour into our discussion, Susan talked about how she recognized that so much of her identity was wrapped up in being a wife and mother and a people-pleaser. When her daughter asked her why she cared so much about what other people thought of her, she realized that she had an “identity” but that was not necessarily an accurate reflection of who she authentically.  2. Hitting “delete” on the self-talk tape – This, yet again, is a perspective on the importance of awareness, choice and mindset.  3. Focus on the process - Susan mentioned, “We get caught up in the outcome.” But when you can focus on each step of the journey, it will pull you into the present and you will enjoy it all a whole lot more.  ©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

The question today is: why would we care so much about what other people think of us, and how are we allowing that to limit us? That’s a question that hits me right between the eyes that I have been grappling with on a daily basis the last couple of years, and it also confronted this episode’s guest, Susan Kovacs. It carried a lot of impact for her, especially because it came out of the mind and mouth of her daughter. Known as the “Game Changer,” Susan Kovacs is a sought-after, straightforward coach to ambitious high performers. And her story so far is fascinating and empowering. 30 years after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and living those decades under the cloak of limitations suggested by both doctors and the disease, Susan competed in and completed her first triathlon. As you will hear, even deciding to try to do a triathlon, let alone completing one, was an enormous leap for her, both physically and spiritually. Anyone who has ever doubted themselves for any reason is going to love this conversation. Anyone who has ever listened to an outside influence, be it a parent or doctor or teacher or co-worker, and labelled themselves as unable to do something from that point forward will most definitely be able to relate to Susan. I am completely confident that you will find her story incredibly uplifting. There is a lot of great value to take away from Susan's story. Just some of the key elements that stood out to me included: <ol> <li>Identity vs authenticity and a question from her daughter - About a half hour into our discussion, Susan talked about how she recognized that so much of her identity was wrapped up in being a wife and mother and a people-pleaser. When her daughter asked her why she cared so much about what other people thought of her, she realized that she had an “identity” but that was not necessarily an accurate reflection of who she authentically. 2. Hitting “delete” on the self-talk tape – This, yet again, is a perspective on the importance of awareness, choice and mindset. 3. Focus on the process - Susan mentioned, “We get caught up in the outcome.” But when you can focus on each step of the journey, it will pull you into the present and you will enjoy it all a whole lot more.</li> </ol> ©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Ep. 56: How To Let Go Of Limitations - Susan Kovacs

Melissa Schenk

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Melissa Schenk is the creator of MS2 Productions, a high impact video marketing agency. She also works as a speaker, author, producer and business consultant, among other things. She has a vast background in media that includes both radio and a long run as television weather anchor. Melissa certainly knows the landscape of media and broadcasting first-hand. Her creative passions and entrepreneurial instincts have continued to drive her forward into creating new and exciting ways to communicate and to help empower others to do the same. What you are about to hear is a really fun story of an energetic, kind and creative soul who has made an art out of trusting her intuition to explore the next idea and to be constantly focused on the possibility of what could go right as opposed to worrying about what might go wrong.  Some of the key things I took from my time with Melissa include:  1. Doing what can't be done - Melissa tells a great story about a camp that she created for kids in her days and radio. She had a vision and an idea that she believed in but did not have an existing model that she could point to in order to get other people to understand what she was getting at. So she created it and she gives some examples in our conversation of what happened as a result. 2. You become like the people you spend the most time with - This came up in the context of her recognizing one of her mentors in TV broadcasting, a longtime weather anchor in this city named Jay Campbell. The principle behind this idea however is much larger. You do tend to create a collective Consciousness with the people you associate with the most. They affect you and you affect them whether you want to believe you do or not. If you want to start getting different results in your life or reach a more successful, healthier, or creative plain, you may need to take a really hard look at the people that are around you the most, what their attitudes are and what conversation, gossip, and energy levels you are exposing yourself to the most. 3. Remember, it's what I can do for you and not the other way around - This comes up near the end when she tells the story about how she landed inside the top 10 of a competition of more than 35,000 entries for tourism Queensland’s “Best job in the world” competition. 95% of people took the tactic to say why they would be the best and why this organization should give them the job. Melissa took a different approach and it is a fine example of one of the obvious things that any marketer can do to differentiate themselves, understand that it's not about them. It's about the customer. This sounds like a very simple philosophy, but it's one that just about all of us, myself included, get wrong on a consistent basis. When we are talking about features and benefits and all of the things that make us great, we are not necessarily offering what that can do for the people that were trying to help. It's really not about us. It's about them, and Melissa's story drives that point home nicely.  ©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Melissa Schenk is the creator of MS2 Productions, a high impact video marketing agency. She also works as a speaker, author, producer and business consultant, among other things. She has a vast background in media that includes both radio and a long run as television weather anchor. Melissa certainly knows the landscape of media and broadcasting first-hand. Her creative passions and entrepreneurial instincts have continued to drive her forward into creating new and exciting ways to communicate and to help empower others to do the same. What you are about to hear is a really fun story of an energetic, kind and creative soul who has made an art out of trusting her intuition to explore the next idea and to be constantly focused on the possibility of what could go right as opposed to worrying about what might go wrong. Some of the key things I took from my time with Melissa include: 1. Doing what can't be done - Melissa tells a great story about a camp that she created for kids in her days and radio. She had a vision and an idea that she believed in but did not have an existing model that she could point to in order to get other people to understand what she was getting at. So she created it and she gives some examples in our conversation of what happened as a result. 2. You become like the people you spend the most time with - This came up in the context of her recognizing one of her mentors in TV broadcasting, a longtime weather anchor in this city named Jay Campbell. The principle behind this idea however is much larger. You do tend to create a collective Consciousness with the people you associate with the most. They affect you and you affect them whether you want to believe you do or not. If you want to start getting different results in your life or reach a more successful, healthier, or creative plain, you may need to take a really hard look at the people that are around you the most, what their attitudes are and what conversation, gossip, and energy levels you are exposing yourself to the most. 3. Remember, it's what I can do for you and not the other way around - This comes up near the end when she tells the story about how she landed inside the top 10 of a competition of more than 35,000 entries for tourism Queensland’s “Best job in the world” competition. 95% of people took the tactic to say why they would be the best and why this organization should give them the job. Melissa took a different approach and it is a fine example of one of the obvious things that any marketer can do to differentiate themselves, understand that it's not about them. It's about the customer. This sounds like a very simple philosophy, but it's one that just about all of us, myself included, get wrong on a consistent basis. When we are talking about features and benefits and all of the things that make us great, we are not necessarily offering what that can do for the people that were trying to help. It's really not about us. It's about them, and Melissa's story drives that point home nicely. ©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Ep. 53: Life In Front of the Camera - Melissa Schenk

Jim Gilbert

Since the late 1970’s Jim Gilbert has been earning &amp; growing a reputation as “Canada’s Huggable Car Dealer.” Along with his wife Dawna, Jim has built a family-run business that is a shining example of what it means to never be afraid of standing in your own truth and believing in the magic of possibilities. If you were to visit Jim Gilbert’s Wheels And Deals in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada, you’d find a business – and, indeed, a business that sells pre-owned vehicles … used cars – that is a reflection of the values and the enormous hearts of the people who created and nurture it. Sitting on what they call “six acres of fabulous,” Jim Gilbert’s Wheels and Deals is much, much more than a vehicle dealership. It’s a destination. It’s CANADA’s Huggable Car Dealer.  Of course, the irony here is that the magic sauce is not in some catchy slogan, marketing gimmick or promotional trick. It’s all in the consistent implementation of ageless principles of kindness, appreciation and integrity. Here are a few of the key things I took from my time with Jim:  Working Weekends &amp; Learning From the Customer – Listen for how Jim got his initial opportunities, and what he did to sell more boats than anyone else at the time.   Shoot the Gun, Ride the Bullet – Jim’s become a master at “riding the bullet.” He’s learned to trust his intuition, take action, and figure it out as he goes.   He Did What Everybody Else Did … Until He Didn’t – How he was “stuck” in the same rut as everyone else until he saw someone different he could model … and eventually surpass. He did this with his personal growth, too (listen for the Zig Ziglar tape story). This can only come from the curiosity of a growth mindset.  © 2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Since the late 1970’s Jim Gilbert has been earning &amp; growing a reputation as “Canada’s Huggable Car Dealer.” Along with his wife Dawna, Jim has built a family-run business that is a shining example of what it means to never be afraid of standing in your own truth and believing in the magic of possibilities. If you were to visit Jim Gilbert’s Wheels And Deals in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada, you’d find a business – and, indeed, a business that sells pre-owned vehicles … used cars – that is a reflection of the values and the enormous hearts of the people who created and nurture it. Sitting on what they call “six acres of fabulous,” Jim Gilbert’s Wheels and Deals is much, much more than a vehicle dealership. It’s a destination. It’s CANADA’s Huggable Car Dealer. Of course, the irony here is that the magic sauce is not in some catchy slogan, marketing gimmick or promotional trick. It’s all in the consistent implementation of ageless principles of kindness, appreciation and integrity. Here are a few of the key things I took from my time with Jim: <ol> <li>Working Weekends &amp; Learning From the Customer – Listen for how Jim got his initial opportunities, and what he did to sell more boats than anyone else at the time.</li> </ol> <ol> <li>Shoot the Gun, Ride the Bullet – Jim’s become a master at “riding the bullet.” He’s learned to trust his intuition, take action, and figure it out as he goes.</li> </ol> <ol> <li>He Did What Everybody Else Did … Until He Didn’t – How he was “stuck” in the same rut as everyone else until he saw someone different he could model … and eventually surpass. He did this with his personal growth, too (listen for the Zig Ziglar tape story). This can only come from the curiosity of a growth mindset.</li> </ol> © 2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Ep. 50: Meet Canada's Huggable Car Dealer - Jim Gilbert

Carl Good is the co-founder of Good Family Matters, a mediation center based here in London, Ontario that teaches and encourages positive methods mediation (PMM) where they reframe conflict into an opportunity to create a best-case working partnership. Just as I have been, Carl has been through a separation and divorce. He’s come out of it passionate about wanting to help people, not just to move through that very difficult time of their lives in as proactive a manner as possible, but to coach and equip them with the skills that will enhance their lives and the lives of their children going forward. I have spent some time with Carl over the last many months and I can tell you that he is absolutely sincere, kind, creative and compassionate individual. He really and truly wants to help. Here are some key takeaways I took for my time with Carl Good: 1. Negative Becoming Normal and Your Environment Changing Who You Are – When Carl’s divorce court proceedings were over and he was ready to move on, he thought he should have been happy but he wasn't. Negative had become normal and he didn't know what to do next. He also gives a great account of what was happening in his police career and he realized he was becoming more negative and cynical and that it was wearing on him. He noted that he was living in fear and he didn't like what that was doing to him, that it was “changing who he was.” Have a listen to see what he did about it. 2. Finding Common Ground - He said it took about four years but after all of that negativity there was there was a time when he and his former wife came together over an issue involving the school that their child was attending. This brought them together he shares a story about it that I found extremely touching. There is an incredible power in common ground, especially when you realize that you're in it together and are really willing to put the children first. 3. Check Your Ego - For the sake of yourself and your future, and your children (if you have them) and their future … when the waters get rough, take as many deep breaths as you need to. Check your ego. Make good decisions. If you listen to nothing else from this episode, listen to about the last 15 minutes where Carl gets into detail about the process of separation and divorce and gives an example of what’s likely to happen if you take it to the courts. ©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Carl Good is the co-founder of Good Family Matters, a mediation center based here in London, Ontario that teaches and encourages positive methods mediation (PMM) where they reframe conflict into an opportunity to create a best-case working partnership. Just as I have been, Carl has been through a separation and divorce. He’s come out of it passionate about wanting to help people, not just to move through that very difficult time of their lives in as proactive a manner as possible, but to coach and equip them with the skills that will enhance their lives and the lives of their children going forward. I have spent some time with Carl over the last many months and I can tell you that he is absolutely sincere, kind, creative and compassionate individual. He really and truly wants to help. Here are some key takeaways I took for my time with Carl Good: 1. Negative Becoming Normal and Your Environment Changing Who You Are – When Carl’s divorce court proceedings were over and he was ready to move on, he thought he should have been happy but he wasn't. Negative had become normal and he didn't know what to do next. He also gives a great account of what was happening in his police career and he realized he was becoming more negative and cynical and that it was wearing on him. He noted that he was living in fear and he didn't like what that was doing to him, that it was “changing who he was.” Have a listen to see what he did about it. 2. Finding Common Ground - He said it took about four years but after all of that negativity there was there was a time when he and his former wife came together over an issue involving the school that their child was attending. This brought them together he shares a story about it that I found extremely touching. There is an incredible power in common ground, especially when you realize that you're in it together and are really willing to put the children first. 3. Check Your Ego - For the sake of yourself and your future, and your children (if you have them) and their future … when the waters get rough, take as many deep breaths as you need to. Check your ego. Make good decisions. If you listen to nothing else from this episode, listen to about the last 15 minutes where Carl gets into detail about the process of separation and divorce and gives an example of what’s likely to happen if you take it to the courts. ©2017 Kevin Bulmer Enterprises

Ep. 47: Surviving Divorce - Carl Good

Carlen Costa

Dr. Carlen Costa is one of Canada’s most sought-after Sexologist &amp; Relationship Experts. She believes everyone is capable of achieving deep and meaningful intimate relationships; sometimes we just need inspiration to grow them. Carlen is a dynamic, cheerful soul who clearly loves what she does and has been through quite the journey of self exploration and actualization to become that way. And that is, for the most part, what we discussed in this episode. 

Dr. Carlen Costa is one of Canada’s most sought-after Sexologist &amp; Relationship Experts. She believes everyone is capable of achieving deep and meaningful intimate relationships; sometimes we just need inspiration to grow them. Carlen is a dynamic, cheerful soul who clearly loves what she does and has been through quite the journey of self exploration and actualization to become that way. And that is, for the most part, what we discussed in this episode.

Ep. 38: Know Your Flow - Dr. Carlen Costa

Sometimes a book comes along with exactly what you need to hear precisely when you need to hear it. Every now and then, the contents of such a book can become a permanent part of your journey, personality, and thought process from that point forward. With that in mind, I decided to do a podcast on five books that have had that effect on me and to share my personal stories of why they’ve meant so much. My hope is that it will eventually help someone else, and possibly even save them from some of the personal challenges I've been through. 

Sometimes a book comes along with exactly what you need to hear precisely when you need to hear it. Every now and then, the contents of such a book can become a permanent part of your journey, personality, and thought process from that point forward. With that in mind, I decided to do a podcast on five books that have had that effect on me and to share my personal stories of why they’ve meant so much. My hope is that it will eventually help someone else, and possibly even save them from some of the personal challenges I've been through.

Ep. 27: Five Books That Changed My Life

Jennifer Farmer

Jennifer Farmer is an intuitive, medium and spiritual teacher whose greatest passion is empowering you to embrace joy and inner peace through the deep healing of spiritual readings, teachings and guided meditations. I first learned of her work a couple of years ago by way of one of her guided meditation videos on YouTube. Amidst my early exploration of a higher level of awareness and at the time I was first dipping my toes into the pool of an initial practice of meditation, I somehow found Jennifer voice, approach, and energy rather soothing and appealing. I have been a fan of her work ever since and am truly grateful that I got the chance to connect with her for this conversation. 

Jennifer Farmer is an intuitive, medium and spiritual teacher whose greatest passion is empowering you to embrace joy and inner peace through the deep healing of spiritual readings, teachings and guided meditations. I first learned of her work a couple of years ago by way of one of her guided meditation videos on YouTube. Amidst my early exploration of a higher level of awareness and at the time I was first dipping my toes into the pool of an initial practice of meditation, I somehow found Jennifer voice, approach, and energy rather soothing and appealing. I have been a fan of her work ever since and am truly grateful that I got the chance to connect with her for this conversation.

Ep. 26: Healing Grief and Loss - Jennifer Farmer

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