
Just Get Started with Brian Ondrako
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!
Latest episodes

Apr 12, 2021 • 50min
#153 Carson Sweezy on Crohns Disease, Lessons from Starting a Business, and his Passion for Food
Episode 153 features Carson Sweezy, the Founder of Sweetz&Savoryz and someone who creates authentic communities by connecting people through food and entertainment.Find Carson Online:Website: https://www.carsonsweezy.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carsonsweezy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carsonsweezy/TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJcs3MEK/Medium: https://medium.com/@carsonsweezyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carsonsweezyofficial/About Carson:Carson creates authentic communities by connecting people through food and entertainment.Crohn's disease forced him to think deeply about his life and his purpose at a young age.Carson has lived and worked on farms, on food trucks, and in restaurants.He accidentally completed a college degree and left the "safe bet" of a career in real estate behind. Choosing instead to pursue his lifelong passion...to cook for and nourish his community.Carson sees food as something more than physical ingredients. It's a vehicle used to feed our minds, bodies, and souls.........Thank you for listening!I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a ReviewFollow the Just Get Started Podcast:Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justgetstartedpodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcastLearn more about the host, Brian OndrakoBrian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianondrako/Brian's Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 5, 2021 • 43min
#152 Keyen Lage on Emotional Intelligence, Overcoming Adversity, and Finding Fulfillment
Episode 152 features Keye Lage, an Emotional Intelligence Coach who helps extraordinary people who already achieve 'impossible' goals to achieve what still looks 'impossible' to them.Find Keyen Online:Website: https://www.keyenlage.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keyenlage/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keyen.lage/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keynnection/About Keyen:Keyen Lage is a former NFL Athlete turned Emotional Intelligence Coach for World-Class Leaders.After almost becoming paralyzed during a football injury in the National Football League, Keyen was able to start his new journey by looking at life from a completely new perspective. He dove headfirst into understanding what it actually means to live a life of fulfillment while achieving success along the way.Since making that decision, Keyen has personally worked with over 300 people on creating a healthy relationship with themselves so they are able to escape the rat race of the achievement loop and step into a place of achieving massive success, impact, and money from a place of ease. He helps entrepreneurs, and business owners regain a deeper connection with themselves to find more fulfillment in their lives. Keyen has worked with World-Class Fitness Models, Professional Athletes, Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs, & C-Suite Executives. Keyen works with people all over the world on being able to remove mental, emotional, & physical blockages that are preventing them from reaching their full potential.He helps extraordinary people who already achieve 'impossible' goals to achieve what still looks 'impossible' to them.........Thank you for listening!I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a ReviewFollow the Just Get Started Podcast:Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justgetstartedpodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcastLearn more about the host, Brian OndrakoBrian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 29, 2021 • 52min
#151 Anna Parker-Naples on Career Change, Podcasting, and Intuition
Episode 151 features Anna Parker-Naples, a British international award-winning Entrepreneur and host of the Top 1% global show Entrepreneurs Get Visible Podcast.About Anna:Anna Parker-Naples is a Hollywood award-winning audio expert, leading podcast launch expert, and online business mentor. Bestselling author of ‘Podcast with Impact’ and ‘Get Visible’, Anna helps entrepreneurs to amplify their message and stand out from the crowd. She is a British international award-winning Entrepreneur and host of the Top 1% global show Entrepreneurs Get Visible Podcast.Find Anna Online:Become a Member: https://thepodcastmembership.com/join/Website: https://annaparkernaples.co.uk/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaparkernaples/Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnnaParkerNapleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/AnnaParkerNaples/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp-g7eX1EQL85OI6umRK4iAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnnaParkerNaplesCoach/........Thank you for listening!I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a ReviewFollow the Just Get Started Podcast:Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justgetstartedpodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcastLearn more about the host, Brian OndrakoBrian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 22, 2021 • 44min
#150 Antonio Neves on Writing Books, Finding Your Own Path, and Being Bold
Episode 150 features Antonio Neves, Author of Four books including his new release, "Stop Living On Autopilot: Take Responsibility for Your Life and Rediscover a Bolder, Happier You" (Rodale Books)Find Antonio Online:Website: www.theantonioneves.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nevesantonio/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/TheAntonioNevesTwitter: https://twitter.com/TheAntonioNevesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTK7vld8q0UlgFB5-YimyQFacebook: www.facebook.com/theantonionevesAbout Antonio:Antonio is the author of four books including, Stop Living On Autopilot: Take Responsibility for Your Life and Rediscover a Bolder, Happier You (Rodale Books). On his podcast The Best Thing, Antonio talks with leaders about the “best thing” to happen to them that would never appear on a resume. Antonio’s speaking audiences over the years have included: Google, Amazon, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, Booking.com, Credit Union National Association (CUNA), Stanford University, and scores more. For over 10 years, Antonio worked as a correspondent in New York City with top television networks including NBC, PBS, and BET Networks. Antonio is a graduate of Western Michigan University and holds a Master’s degree from Columbia University.........Thank you for listening!I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a ReviewFollow the Just Get Started Podcast:Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justgetstartedpodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcastLearn more about the host, Brian OndrakoBrian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 15, 2021 • 50min
#149 Dennis Volpe on Change vs. Transition, Resilience and Self-Awareness
Episode 149 features Dennis Volpe, Executive Performance and Leadership Coach with the Leadership Research Institute. Dennis is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, earned his Master of Science in Leadership Development from the Naval Postgraduate School, and is an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and a Columbia University certified Executive Coach.Find Dennis Online:Website: https://transitiononpurpose.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/djvolpe/About Dennis:Dennis Volpe currently serves as an Executive Performance and Leadership Coach with the Leadership Research Institute. Dennis is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, earned his Master of Science in Leadership Development from the Naval Postgraduate School, and is an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and a Columbia University certified Executive Coach.Dennis’ understanding of leadership comes from his over twenty years of leadership and operational experience as a career Naval Officer to include teaching leadership at the United States Naval Academy, serving in numerous leadership roles of increasing responsibility to include Command at Sea, and from a variety of academic and intellectual pursuits.Dennis has experienced personal and professional success, professional setbacks, and knows what it takes to live a resilient life. He challenges and empowers leaders to embrace their reality, define what they want, and equips them with the insight, perspective, and accountability necessary to be successful in new and challenging environments.Dennis is very involved in his community as a mentor/coach supporting military to civilian transition programs as well as participatory, hands-on leadership programs for emerging leaders.Dennis enjoys the outdoors, is a passionate college Rugby and Lacrosse fan, and is an avid triathlete. Dennis and his wife, Amanda, live outside Manchester, New Hampshire with their dog, Nimitz.........Thank you for listening!I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a ReviewFollow the Just Get Started Podcast:Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justgetstartedpodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcastLearn more about the host, Brian OndrakoBrian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 11, 2021 • 12min
Find Your Island - One Mic with Brian Ondrako
On this week's One Mic I shared some thoughts are the idea of "Finding Your island" and getting yourself to a place of complete focus where you can get more done than you ever thought. We all have several extra gears we can go if we got our mindset right and became hyper-focused on the task at hand. I hope you all enjoy this episode and it provides some motivation to find your extra gear!........Thank you for listening!I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a ReviewFollow the Just Get Started Podcast:Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justgetstartedpodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcastLearn more about the host, Brian OndrakoBrian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 8, 2021 • 41min
#148 Cody Byrns on Dealing with Trauma, Changing Your Mindset, and Hope
Episode 148 features Cody Byrns, an award-winning speaker and a #1 best-selling author.Find Cody Online:Website: http://www.CodyByrns.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody-byrns-b87145b4/Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thecodybyrnsInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/thecodybyrnsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkeHI-maKILl95fRWuSlKiATikTok; @thecodybyrnsFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecodybyrnsAbout Cody:Cody Byrns is an award-winning speaker and a #1 best-selling author. His life underwent a major shift in 2013 after a horrific traffic accident left his body burned and scarred. After years of countless surgeries, and innumerable physical and emotional hurdles, Cody has since founded his own non-profit Burn Foundation and is on a mission to spread his story of inspiration, hope, and recovery to everyone he meets. Cody has been featured on many TV and radio shows around the world, and his message has encouraged thousands.........Thank you for listening!I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a ReviewFollow the Just Get Started Podcast:Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justgetstartedpodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcastLearn more about the host, Brian OndrakoBrian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 1, 2021 • 49min
#147 Chuck Downs on Vision, Confidence, and Being Worthy
Episode 147 features Chuck Downs, Founder of Downs Consulting, creator of the course Epic Life Secrets, and a Peak Performance Coach for successful entrepreneurs and top financial advisors. Find Chuck Online:Website: http://www.downsconsulting.comCourse Website: http://www.epiclifesecrets.comLinkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckdownsjrInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/chuckdownsjr Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckdownsjr About Chuck:Chuck Downs is the founder of Downs Consulting, creator of the course Epic Life Secrets, and a Peak Performance Coach for successful entrepreneurs and top financial advisors. For the first 25 years of his career, Chuck worked in financial services as a Certified Financial Planner™. Twelve years into that career he opened an office in downtown Miami for a Fortune 150 company. Three years later his firm was Top 5 for new advisor production and retention out of over 300 offices nationally. Although he liked financial planning, he loves helping people find their purpose and fulfill their potential. In 2017 he retired from financial services to live his dream of helping people create an Epic Life. Over the past 30 years, Chuck’s invested over 25,000 hours studying from many of the best personal development teachers on the planet. He’s learned from leading researchers in neuroscience, epigenetics, psychoneuroimmunology, yogis, monks, and even indigenous shamans. These insights have given him the experiences required to guide people to results they never thought could be achieved. But his life hasn’t always been successful. Along his journey, he’s had failures, setbacks, breakups, and breakdowns. He knows what it’s like to feel the stress of seemingly insurmountable challenges then to realize the only way out is up to you. Chuck feels blessed and honored to share his blueprint for helping people avoid the big mistake of playing life too small.........Thank you for listening!I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a ReviewFollow the Just Get Started Podcast:Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justgetstartedpodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcastLearn more about the host, Brian OndrakoBrian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 25, 2021 • 11min
Just Get Finished - One Mic with Brian Ondrako
On this week's One Mic I wanted to speak a bit about finishing projects and completely checkpoints to see things progress or being okay with moving on if it's not what you envisioned. Either is okay but we have to allow ourselves the opportunity to go in each direction.I hope you all enjoy this episode and it helps you to give yourself permission on your journey.........Thank you for listening!I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a ReviewFollow the Just Get Started Podcast:Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justgetstartedpodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcastLearn more about the host, Brian OndrakoBrian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 22, 2021 • 58min
#146 Dana Malstaff on Starting a Business and Raising a Baby at the Same Time
Episode 146 features Dana Malstaff, CEO & Founder of Boss Mom, and we discuss various topics around starting a business and raising kids at the same time, advice to stay focused on priorities, testing the market, and much more.Find Dana Online:Website: https://boss-mom.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DanaMalstaffFacebook: www.boss-mom.com/facebookAbout Dana:Dana Malstaff, the CEO and Founder of Boss Mom. She launched the Boss Mom brand with her first book Boss Mom: The Ultimate Guide to Raising a Business & Nurturing Your Family Like a Pro in 2015 that started an international movement. The Boss Moms Facebook community has organically grown to over 50,000 members and there are now Boss Mom local meetups in over 80 cities. Dana believes that we need to show our children that doing what we love can be financially viable.........Thank you for listening!I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a ReviewFollow the Just Get Started Podcast:Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/justgetstartedpodcastFacebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcastLearn more about the host, Brian OndrakoBrian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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