

Try Life On
Maurice Philogene
We all know what your average success story looks like today: a socially “acceptable” job field with enough pay to get married, buy a house, and start a family… but we’re never told what’s supposed to come after that. What if you could actually live your dream life - one you didn't need a vacation from? When you Try Life On you give yourself the opportunity to carve out a career that supports your life blueprint without screwing everything up. With Maurice Philogene, you'll learn to Try Life.
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Dec 13, 2024 • 58min
88: Listening To Your Spirit with Kristie Sullivan
In this episode, Maurice has an inspiring conversation with Kristie Sullivan, founder of Executive Remote Worker (ERW) and a true advocate for living boldly. In 2020, Kristie made a life-changing decision to leave her corporate accounting career and travel full-time. Along the way, she realized two key things: “If you can work remotely, why not from somewhere amazing?” and that balancing work and travel takes a lot of planning.Motivated by these insights, Kristie launched ERW in 2021, helping others plan “workation” experiences in beautiful destinations like Croatia, Mexico, and Belize. Recently, Kristie felt called back to accounting but on her own terms. She’s now focusing on meaningful projects while keeping the freedom to travel and even working toward Hungarian citizenship.Kristie’s journey is a powerful reminder life is about adapting and creating a path that feels right for you. Tune in to hear her inspiring story of reinvention and fearless pursuit of a dream life!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiedsExecutive Remote Workerhttps://executiveremoteworker.com/

Dec 6, 2024 • 52min
87: The Motherhood Tax - How Jess Riggenberg is Redefining Success for Self and Women Everywhere
Maurice connects with corporate advisor, researcher, and founder of ELIXR, Jess Riggenberg. And what blew him away was learning about the ‘Motherhood Tax’. Jess shares her incredible journey of leaving a thriving biotech career to because she realized she was chasing someone else’s version of success. That realization sparked changes and deep desire to address systemic challenges faced by women and mothers in the workplace.Her story resonates deeply with women striving to pursue their dreams but held back by various obstacles. The roles women play at home and in the workplace are complex and not always discussed. Jess became passionate about helping women thrive as whole individuals. She founded ELIXR, a groundbreaking initiative that blends science-backed frameworks, matrescence research, and self-coaching tools to empower women to re-engage and flourish professionally.This episode is a must-listen for anyone who believes in supporting women in achieving their full potential—whether you're a mom, a woman chasing your dreams, or an ally cheering from the sidelines!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessringgenberg/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.elixr.modernmotherhood/

Nov 29, 2024 • 41min
86: Creating and ‘Practicing’ Life You Don’t Need Vacation From
Maurice stops by the ‘Keep It, Build it’ Podcast to explain how to Try Life On, and the concepts and a few principles behind it all.The conversation takes listeners on a journey to turn a traditional corporate job into a lifestyle by design—one that breaks free from the constraints of the 9-to-5 grind and embraces living as the planet intended. What and how to leverage mini-retirement is discussed as a powerful tool available to anyone. Additional Try Life On principles pop into the conversation such as ‘Life isn’t a destination, it’s something you practice”, and the concepts around ‘systematic purchase of assets’ for financial freedom and controlling one’s destiny.For more on these conceptsMini-Retirementshttps://www.trylifeon.com/blog/newsletter38Life is Something you Practicehttps://www.trylifeon.com/blog/newsletter36Systematic Purchase of Assets https://www.trylifeon.com/blog/newsletter24

Nov 22, 2024 • 39min
85: The Impossible to Fail Formula: Rob Stein’s Guide to Thriving in Business and Life
In this episode of Try Life On, host Maurice Philogene welcomes real estate and mindset coach Rob Stein for an inspiring conversation about thriving in today’s competitive market. Rob shares his transformative journey from an undervalued music teacher to successful real estate executive and entrepreneur. He epitomizes Try Life On Principle - ‘AND’ vs. ‘OR’, experimenting with many life adventures along the way instead of just being ‘one thing’, building a wonderful life book. With so much experience, he developed the "Impossible to Fail Formula," a powerful framework designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs, professionals and freedom seekers unlock their potential and achieve greatness. Through actionable strategies, mindset shifts, and a focus on accountability, Rob empowers listeners to take charge of their success. Don’t miss this motivational episode packed with tools to elevate your personal and professional life!Feeling inspired to tap into your potential? Make sure to connect with Rob and tell him you heard him on Try Life On!Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-stein-558827146/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robstein_impossibletofail/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/479219510237933/user/56601216/

Nov 15, 2024 • 29min
84: What is it? How to Identify and Build Your Perfect Day & Lifestyle.
Dive into a transformative discussion about shaping your perfect day and lifestyle. The conversation emphasizes breaking free from societal norms to pursue personal clarity and authentic living. Explore the importance of mentorship and accountability while navigating entrepreneurship. Discover a structured approach to achieving goals in just three months, focusing on mindset and practical skills. Ultimately, learn how clarity can be your guiding star in crafting a fulfilling life.

Nov 8, 2024 • 42min
83: Building Your Personal Economy with Paul David Thompson
Paul David Thompson, CEO of Real Estate 101 and successful real estate investor, shares his journey from the corporate grind to financial independence through real estate. He discusses using rental properties for passive income, the importance of mentorship, and the strategy of scaling from single-family to multifamily investments. Paul emphasizes the concept of building a personal economy and equity ownership to gain lifestyle control. His insights inspire listeners to rethink traditional career paths and embrace asset-building for freedom.

Nov 1, 2024 • 47min
82: Leveraging Military Operations: Transitioning to Try Life On
Maurice visits with military veterans Jack and Griffin on the Veteran Ventures podcast. Maurice retired as a Lt. Colonel and Special Agent from the Air Force Office of Special Investigations.Jack and Griffin, also entrepreneurs, engage Maurice on his U.S. Air Force experience and how he leveraged the skills to become an entrepreneur, build businesses and fuel an expansive life mindset.All three discuss pivotal moments that led them to rethink traditional 9-to-5 mindsets, the typical military members transition to government work, and how to ultimately craft unique lifestyles, sharing tactics and mindsets used along the way.Whether you're a veteran transitioning into civilian life, someone looking to break free from the corporate grind, or simply seeking inspiration to reshape your future, this episode is for you!

Oct 25, 2024 • 59min
81: A Journey of Reinvention and Financial Growth: Sean Way’s Consultation with Maurice
Sean Way, a longtime listener from Detroit, is making waves in the IT field while seeking financial freedom through real estate. He shares his unique journey from mass communications to IT, including entrepreneurial endeavors that shaped his financial outlook. The conversation dives into the complexities of property ownership, exploring whether to invest through LLCs versus personal names. With Maurice's guidance, Sean learns about relationship-building in real estate and the significance of mentorship in achieving sustainable financial growth.

Oct 18, 2024 • 39min
80: Unlocking Your Change-Ready Mindset with Gregg Brown
In this episode of Try Life On, Maurice sits down with Gregg Brown—keynote speaker, best-selling author, and founder of Change Ready Leadership Solutions. Gregg specializes in empowering individuals and organizations to embrace change with confidence, showing that we're often more prepared for transformation than we realize. Through actionable strategies and imaginative thinking, Gregg helps people shift their mindset from “I can’t” to “I can.” His insights aren’t just for the workplace—they align perfectly with the Try Life On philosophy, offering tools to improve both your personal and professional life. Tune in to discover how understanding your motivations and mindset can unlock your full potential in every area of life!Feeling inspired? Make sure to connect with Gregg and tell him you heard him on Try Life On!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreggBrownTO/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greggbrownto/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greggbrown1/?originalSubdomain=ca

Oct 10, 2024 • 1h 6min
79: Redefining Success: Breaking Free from Status Quo Work and Life
Join retired US Marine Lt. Colonel John Ballinger, a former Presidential Helicopter pilot, and Michael Newborn, co-host of The Second Act Podcast, as they dive into what it means to live with intention. John shares his journey of redefining success post-military life, emphasizing the importance of authentic happiness over societal expectations. They explore the need to break free from conventional measures of success and advocate for genuine connections and community service. Listeners are inspired to pursue fulfillment and embrace their unique life paths.


