
Just Get Started
The Just Get Started Podcast is your go-to guide for breaking free from self-doubt, stepping outside your comfort zone, and taking action toward the life and business you truly want. Each episode dives into the real, messy journey of starting something new—whether it's leaving corporate, launching an idea, landing your first clients, or pushing past the mental barriers that try to hold you back.
Through tactical insights and raw, relatable conversations, you'll gain the clarity, confidence, and motivation to stop overthinking and to just get started!
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Mar 25, 2025 • 51min
#452 Ryan R. Sullivan - Founder, Podcast Principles
Episode 452 features Ryan R. Sullivan, Founder of Podcast Principles. Ryan shares his journey from blue-collar jobs to building a thriving podcast strategy business. He dives into how he landed his first clients, scaled his pricing, and leveraged LinkedIn as a primary business growth tool.Ryan also breaks down why most business podcasts fail and how founders can use podcasting as a strategic content engine, not just another interview series. He emphasizes the importance of hiring the right help, thinking long-term, and playing the sales and content game with intention.If you’re a founder looking to build authority, attract clients, and grow through organic content, this episode is packed with tactical insights you can implement today. Find Ryan Online: Website: https://www.podcastprinciples.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sullybop/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sullybop/?hl=enYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ryanrsullivanPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Oh8VSTu6cJu0sXph0NPMQ?si=5b464560eacf4936++++++++👋 COME SAY HI!Web: https://brianondrako.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/brianondrako LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Twitter:https://www.twitter.com/brianondrako 📧 JOIN THE Sales Skills For Founders NEWSLETTERhttps://salesskillsforfounders.beehiiv.com/subscribe 🎧 LISTEN TO THE JUST GET STARTED PODCASTApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-get-started-with-brian-ondrako/id1315477238 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2FjLPVWfahX1rT0MMFhxvD?si=e61ad283b3de4ace iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-just-get-started-podcast-61217509/ 📺 WATCH ON YOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/@brianondrako

Mar 11, 2025 • 57min
#451 Joshua Peach - Founder, Be Au Sm (Be Awesome)
Episode 451 features Joshua Peach, Founder of Be Au Sm.In this episode, Joshua discusses his journey of resilience, purpose, and the art of doing right by others. From starting his merchandise brand to speaking on hundreds of stages, Josh shares his philosophy of "living with grace" through gratitude, resilience, action, consistency, and empowerment. He also dives into the lessons learned from building meaningful relationships, his approach to leadership and sales, and the challenges of writing a book that encapsulates his life’s experiences. Josh’s story is a testament to persistence, authentic connections, and the power of giving back.Grab a copy of Joshua's debut book here: https://www.markjresnick.com/product-page/be-au-sm-paperbook-book-pre-orderFind Joshua Online:Website: https://www.beausm.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuapeach/++++++++👋 COME SAY HI!Web: https://brianondrako.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/brianondrako LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Twitter:https://www.twitter.com/brianondrako 📧 JOIN THE Sales Skills For Founders NEWSLETTERhttps://salesskillsforfounders.beehiiv.com/subscribe

Feb 25, 2025 • 47min
#450 Matt Williams - Partner, DSCMFRT
Episode 450 features Matt Williams, a seasoned Business Development Executive with a rich background spanning over 25 years driving revenue growth and forging strategic partnerships.Find Matt Online:Website: https://dscmfrt.org/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattwilliams-revenue-builder/++++++++👋 COME SAY HI!Web: https://brianondrako.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/brianondrako LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Twitter:https://www.twitter.com/brianondrako 📧 JOIN THE Sales Skills For Founders NEWSLETTERhttps://salesskillsforfounders.beehiiv.com/subscribe

Feb 11, 2025 • 42min
#449 Andy Hoang - Founder and CEO of Aviron
Episode 449 features Andy Hoang, the Co-Founder and CEO of Aviron, the connected rowing machine that uses habit-forming psychology to create engaging and effective fitness entertainment. Hailing from Toronto, Canada, Andy's journey is shaped by his roots as a child of Vietnamese refugees and a personal struggle with undiagnosed ADHD during his school years.
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Website: https://avironactive.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aviron.active/?hl=en
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Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 8min
#448 Rachel Druckenmiller - Keynote Speaker | Singer-Songwriter
Episode 448 features Rachel Druckenmiller (Pronunciation: DRUCK-in-mill-er), a TEDx speaker, keynote speaker, singer-songwriter, and catalyst who unleashes what’s possible in people and organizations. She's on a mission to help people live braver, bolder, more unmuted lives.Find Rachel Online:
Website: https://www.RachelDruckenmiller.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelbdruckenmiller/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unmutedlife/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/racheldruckenmiller
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0u42nNEz1pAsJsoEcDkTvA/
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Jan 14, 2025 • 50min
#447 Adriana Tica - Founder of Strategic AF
Episode 447 features Adriana Tica, a marketing strategist with 17+ years in the trenches. She runs a digital marketing agency and writes "Ideas to Power Your Future", the no-BS marketing strategy newsletter.Find Adriana Online:Website: https://www.adrianatica.com/Newsletter: https://www.adrianatica.com/newsletter/Audience Accelerator Course: https://www.adrianatica.com/audience-accelerator-course/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianatica/Twitter: https://x.com/adriana_ticaMedium: https://medium.com/@adrianatica++++++++👋 COME SAY HI!Web: https://brianondrako.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianondrako LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brianondrako 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO THE BLOGhttps://brianondrako.com/subscribe 📧 SUBSCRIBE TO THE SALES SKILLS FOR FOUNDERS NEWSLETTERhttps://salesskillsforfounders.beehiiv.com/subscribe 🎧 LISTEN TO THE JUST GET STARTED PODCASTApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-get-started-with-brian-ondrako/id1315477238 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2FjLPVWfahX1rT0MMFhxvD?si=e61ad283b3de4ace iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-just-get-started-podcast-61217509/ 📺 WATCH ON YOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/@brianondrako

Dec 31, 2024 • 45min
#446 Donnie Boivin - CEO, Success Champion Networking
Episode 446 features Donnie Boivin, the CEO of Success Champion Networking and the Founder of the Badass Business Summit.
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Success Champion Networking Website: http://successchampionnetworking.com
Bad Ass Business Summit Website: http://badassbusinesssummit.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/
YouTube: youtube.com/c/GrowthMode?sub_confirmation=1
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Dec 24, 2024 • 22min
#445 - 7 Truths From 7 Years of Podcasting
In this short solo episode, I recap 7 truths I've learned doing 7 years of the Just Get Started Podcast. These truths can be applied to any endeavor in life and they've been instrumental in helping me shape a new path toward a more fulfilling life.
I hope you enjoy it!
just get started,
Brian
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Dec 17, 2024 • 52min
#444 Grant Hushek - Founder of GrantBot
Episode 444 features Grant Hushek, Founder of GrantBot
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Dec 10, 2024 • 47min
#443 Charlene Li - Founder & CEO of Quantum Networks Group
Episode 443 features Charlene Li, the Founder & CEO of Quantum Networks Group
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Website: https://charleneli.com
Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/charleneli
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