INspired INsider Podcast

Joey Gilkey is the Founder of Tribe Prospecting, which helps businesses land six and seven-figure contracts with their dream 500 clients through account-based selling. If they don't deliver they personally buy you a Tesla. They have a multi-discipline, multi-channel, hyper-personalized, highly-targeted, account-based sales outreach system to reach the list of your 500 dream clients over the course of the year. Where does inspiration come from? How do we overcome adversity? Finding the drive to push through and get things done can come from some surprising places. Sometimes it is even found in the struggles of loved ones. Joey’s wife has a twin brother who went through an incredibly difficult health issue with impossible odds. Despite being young and healthy, Joey’s brother-in-law was given very little chance to survive. The weight of the situation affected Joey tremendously, causing him to question his beliefs and even overeat. Despite those impossible odds, he is now cancer-free. As Joey was so close to the situation, he saw how his brother-in-law dealt with the situation, and took inspiration from it. Those difficulties led Joey to ask himself important questions about himself and his faith, and those questions brought Joey out of a dark place and into a positive light and an appreciation of the life that he has.

Hussam Al Raimi is the founder of Fateel - a date based snack food company. Fateel started in 2017 with the hope that everyone, everywhere can truly enjoy their delicious cookies, home-baked in wood fired stone ovens using rich, wholesome ingredients found in the Mediterranean. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:  [0:40] Jeremy welcomes his guest, Hussam Al Raimi.  [1:20] Hussam talks about his product, date cookies.  [3:30] Where did the idea for Fateel come from?  [5:00] Challenges faced along the way.  [6:30] A proud moment from the journey.  In this episode… Where do the best inventions and innovations come from? Some might chalk it up to good luck or a helpful muse - the truth is, many inventions come from somewhere close to home. On this episode of Inspired Insider, you’ll hear from business leader and innovator, Hussam Al Raimi. In his conversation with Jeremy, Hussam opens up about how he started Fateel, where the idea for a date based snack food company came from, challenges he has faced along the way, and so much more. You’ll want to pay close attention to Hussam’s fascinating story - don’t miss it! The stories of immigrants are not uncommon among entrepreneurs in today’s marketplace. For Hussam Al Raimi, the longing for a home-based snack led him to the idea that ignited Fateel. During a visit with his friend Fatthi to their home country to Yemen in 2014 – Fatthi’s mom baked the most unforgettable date cookies. With each bite, they could taste the familiar flavours of home, and they realized that nothing that even came close could be found in their new home of Canada. This idea set in motion their plans to create a business that focused on delivering this delicious snack to a North American marketplace. What has been the biggest challenge for your business over the years? Have you struggled to raise your brand’s presence in the marketplace? How about retaining your customer base? For startups like Fateel, the challenge is just getting someone to take a chance on your new product. Let’s face it; most people are not willing to go out on a limb and try something new - sure some are willing to buck the trend, but most people like to play it safe. Refusing to take no for an answer - Hussam and his team are committed to getting their delicious date cookies in the hands of consumers. Make sure to check out the link to the Fateel website - you just might find your new favorite snack!  Resources Mentioned on this episode Fateel Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25’s mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We connect you with strategic partnerships through our done for you podcast solution which is the best thing I have done for my business.  Our Done for you Podcast service - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast and make sure you get ROI from it.  We distribute your show across more than 11 different channels (spotify, google play, itunes, and many more) including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo’s of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner, podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. The most important piece that most are missing is the right strategy and we make sure our clients get ROI so it becomes one of the most valuable parts of your strategic partnerships. Since this requires a lot of humans (we have operations, developers, writers, audio editors, video editors) to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. If using a podcast for strategic partnerships, content marketing, and increasing clients and referrals sounds interesting to you go to www.Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran. For larger conferences and software companies we have done an onsite podcast booth and created a years worth of content in just a few days. So if you are holding an event or your company will be having a booth at an event let us know. Check out Rise25.com and also some see some examples of our VIP Events below. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers.  It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video  Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company’s plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few.

Rabbi Mois Navon is an ASIC Department Project Manager at Mobileye - an automotive-vision-systems giant. In the early 2000s, Navon, like many in his profession, found himself out of a job following the dot-com crash. “That was a very, very bad time to be on the street because everybody was on the street,” he recalled. A former colleague told him about Mobileye, a fledgling, 15-person startup operating out of a house in Jerusalem’s Ramot neighborhood. The Los Angeles native found work there as an engineer. Soon, Navon began teaching a lunchtime Torah class for a handful of secular colleagues. Nearly 17 years — and an Intel acquisition — later, his class routinely attracts a couple of dozen employees, both religious and secular. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:  [2:20] I introduce my guest, Rabbi Mois Navon.  [4:10] What happens when you die?  [9:00] Why is Israel known as the “Startup Nation.”  [12:00] What it takes for a startup to succeed.  [16:50] The lowest point in Rabbi Mois’ career.  [19:30] Closing thoughts.  In this episode… What are you on this earth for? Seriously, when was the last time you seriously considered that question and the implications of your answer? The truth is, most people don’t really think about their ultimate purpose in life. On this episode of Inspired Insider, you’ll hear from business leader and thought leader, Rabbi Mois Navon. In his conversation with Jeremy, Rabbi Mois opens up about what he believes happens when we die, why he refers to Israel as the “Startup Nation, the value of knowing your purpose, challenges faced along the way, and much more! You don’t want to miss a minute of this engaging episode featuring Rabbi Mois Navon’s story!  When you think of your life - does it have a certain trajectory to it? Can you follow a clear direction that your life has taken from late childhood to your early adulthood all the way up to the present day? As he considered the question, “What happens when we die?” Rabbi Mois focused on the idea of collective consciousness. Taking his theory a step further, Rabbi Mois went on to explain that he believes there will be a review of your decisions in life and a time to consider whether you committed your life to do good or failing to do so. What do you believe about the afterlife?  If you believe in an afterlife or not, the struggle and drive of life is a common experience that everyone can relate too. What will you do with your life? How have you identified the general thrust and purpose of your being here? While his journey hasn’t been an easy one, Rabbi Mois stresses the fact that even though all of the struggles, there has been a strong sense of purpose and resilience in his life. What can you learn from Rabbi Mois’ story? Make sure to visit the link to Rabbi Mois’ website located in the resources section at the end of this post! Resources Mentioned on this episode www.Divreinavon.com Mobileye Man’s Search for Meaning https://jewishjournal.com/culture/lifestyle/humans-of-israel/227167/the-rabbi-of-mobileye/ Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25’s mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We connect you with strategic partnerships through our done for you podcast solution which is the best thing I have done for my business.  Our Done for you Podcast service - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast and make sure you get ROI from it.  We distribute your show across more than 11 different channels (spotify, google play, itunes, and many more) including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo’s of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner, podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. The most important piece that most are missing is the right strategy and we make sure our clients get ROI so it becomes one of the most valuable parts of your strategic partnerships. Since this requires a lot of humans (we have operations, developers, writers, audio editors, video editors) to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. If using a podcast for strategic partnerships, content marketing, and increasing clients and referrals sounds interesting to you go to www.Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran. For larger conferences and software companies we have done an onsite podcast booth and created a years worth of content in just a few days. So if you are holding an event or your company will be having a booth at an event let us know. Check out Rise25.com and also some see some examples of our VIP Events below. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers.  It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video  Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company’s plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few.

Lee Richter is a successful business leader who many top entrepreneurs call a Renaissance woman. Lee was recognized by the San Francisco Business Times as one of their Top 100 Women Business Leaders in 2019. She has launched a dozen successful businesses in the financial, education and lifestyle sectors. Since 1984, Lee’s company, Richter Communications has helped strategy and public relations campaigns with companies such as Autodesk, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and many more. Some of her companies include Richter Design Group, Richter Communications, the Event Planner Association, Holistic Veterinary Care, a Veterinary Hospital which she ran with her husband Dr. Gary Richter, and MyPetthrives.com online community and many more. She is a co-founder of MyPetThrives.com which is a free resource for people who love their pets and want to get the latest information on health and education. Lee also finds time as the founder and Executive Director of the non-profit Pet & Wildlife Fund, which donates veterinary services to pets and wildlife in need. Her claim to fame is being Abbey’s mom - Abbey has done two TED talks before she was 14 and published her first book by age 9. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:  [3:00] Jeremy welcomes his guest, Lee Richter.  [6:00] Lee talks about her daughter, Abbey.  [10:30] What was Lee’s childhood like?  [16:30] Discovering what you really want.  [23:30] Lee opens up about her early career.  [27:30] Surviving a devastating car accident.  [34:30] Lee talks about life after the car accident.  [36:30] Micro-movements and running a veterinary hospital.  [44:30] Thinking through the client journey.  [50:00] Why Lee and her husband decided to develop healthy pet food.  [59:00] Closing thoughts from Lee.  In this episode… Do you have what it takes to succeed in today’s business world? What if there was a way to recognize small moments of opportunity that go unnoticed each and every day that could contribute to your success? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you’ll hear from business leader and entrepreneur, Lee Richter. In her conversation with Jeremy, Lee opens up about her childhood, how she recovered from a terrible car accident, why she loves helping animals, how much she enjoys seeing her daughter succeed, and so much more! You don’t want to miss a minute of this fascinating episode featuring Lee’s story!  Is there someone in your life that matters more than anything else? What would you do for the person that you love the most? Wouldn’t you do everything you could to see them succeed and thrive? After adopting Abbey after her devastating car accident, Lee threw herself head-on into a new phase of life - motherhood. From the moment that Lee became a mother, empowering and encouraging Abbey became her top priority. Hearing Lee talk about the accomplishments Abbey has achieved, and pride she has for her really gives you peek into what makes Lee tick. You can learn more about what Abbey is up to by visiting the link to her website located in the resources section at the end of this post.  Have you ever had an experience with someone who really wanted to get to know you? Beyond the surface questions and small talk - what does it look like to really get to know someone? The truth is - most people are not equipped to dive deep and have a substantive conversation with an acquaintance. If you want to be known as a good leader who thinks deeply, not just broadly, you need to learn to ask the question behind the question. Why not try leading with questions, what do you have to lose? Let’s face it; most people will go their whole lives without having to really face their own mortality until they are close to the end of a long life. How would you respond if you were faced with a life or death situation tomorrow? Would you be prepared to face the severity and finality of death, or would you begin to panic and lose control? When she was faced with a life and death situation, Lee was able to put her life in the hands of her husband. Working hard to put together the best care plan possible for her, Lee’s husband oversaw her recover, that cost over $1 million.  Do you ever find yourself wondering how certain leaders and business owners can achieve the level of success they enjoy? Did they make a wish on a shooting star, or was it some other lucky opportunity that happened to break their way? The truth is, success is about more than just luck - you have to put in the effort! You need to learn to recognize “Micro-movements” - the little steps you can take each day to inch closer to the goals you’ve set. What can you learn from Lee’s story and her experience with Micro-movements?  Resources Mentioned on this episode www.MyPetThrives.com www.GoAskLee.com www.abbeyrichter.com Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25’s mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We connect you with strategic partnerships through our done for you podcast solution which is the best thing I have done for my business.  Our Done for you Podcast service - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast and make sure you get ROI from it.  We distribute your show across more than 11 different channels (spotify, google play, itunes, and many more) including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo’s of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner, podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. The most important piece that most are missing is the right strategy and we make sure our clients get ROI so it becomes one of the most valuable parts of your strategic partnerships. Since this requires a lot of humans (we have operations, developers, writers, audio editors, video editors) to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. If using a podcast for strategic partnerships, content marketing, and increasing clients and referrals sounds interesting to you go to www.Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran. For larger conferences and software companies we have done an onsite podcast booth and created a years worth of content in just a few days. So if you are holding an event or your company will be having a booth at an event let us know. Check out Rise25.com and also some see some examples of our VIP Events below. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video  Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company’s plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few.

Ari Sherman is a co-founder of Evo Hemp. He is a sales and marketing executive with experience in the natural products industry. Ari also co-founded Hemp Health LLC.  Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:  [0:40] Ari Sherman joins Jeremy to talk about Evo Hemp.  [1:50] What was the first product that Ari created? How has it changed over time?  [3:20] Milestones achieved along the way.  [4:30] The difference between hemp and cannabis.  [6:00]Challenges faced along the way.  In this episode… What in the world are you going to do with a “Hemp bar?” Can you really eat hemp? Is it good for you? Will it make you high? There are so many questions about hemp products! Here to shed some light on the topic of hemp products and talk about his business is Ari Sherman. In his conversation with Jeremy, Ari opens up about how he got started creating hemp-based snacks, why he is a huge fan of hemp products, challenges he has faced along the way, and much more! You don’t want to miss a minute of this engaging episode featuring Ari’s story! Did you know that hemp is really good for you? It’s true! Generally speaking, hemp foods offer more protein and a broader spectrum of omegas than flax, chia, or peas. What if there was a way to unlock all of this wonderful product potential and release it to the marketplace? Good news - Ari Sherman and his team over at Evo Hemp are on it! They are working tirelessly to help bring delicious hemp-based products to consumers. You can learn more about the Evo Hemp story and how to try some of their products by visiting the link to their site located in the resources section at the end of this post.  What challenges are inherent to your industry? Do you work in an industry that deals with a lot of high-risk situations? What about public perception? What would you do if you started with a product that already had a negative association in the public conscious? Most business leaders would throw in the towel before they even get started! Ari Sherman didn’t shrink away from the challenge of producing and selling hemp products - he took it on. What seemed like an uphill battle to change public perception about hemp products has seemed to turn a corner lately - hemp is popular! What can you learn from Ari’s story? Resources Mentioned on this episode www.evohemp.com Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25’s mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We connect you with strategic partnerships through our done for you podcast solution which is the best thing I have done for my business.  Our Done for you Podcast service - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast and make sure you get ROI from it.  We distribute your show across more than 11 different channels (spotify, google play, itunes, and many more) including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo’s of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner, podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. The most important piece that most are missing is the right strategy and we make sure our clients get ROI so it becomes one of the most valuable parts of your strategic partnerships. Since this requires a lot of humans (we have operations, developers, writers, audio editors, video editors) to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. If using a podcast for strategic partnerships, content marketing, and increasing clients and referrals sounds interesting to you go to www.Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran. For larger conferences and software companies we have done an onsite podcast booth and created a years worth of content in just a few days. So if you are holding an event or your company will be having a booth at an event let us know. Check out Rise25.com and also some see some examples of our VIP Events below. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers.  It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video  Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company’s plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few.

Jeff Schmidgall is the co-founder of Bubba’s Foods. Since 2014, Bubba’s Foods has been at the head of a natural health food revolution where smart, healthy choices finally meet big, bold flavors. Run by gourmet chef Jared Menzel and his brother-in-law, former CrossFit trainer and health coach, Jeff Schmidgall, they’re satisfying your naughty and nice cravings with every wholesome green banana they peel, dash of chipotle they sprinkle, and nourishing handful you munch. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:  [0:40] Jeremy introduces his guest, Jeff Schmidgall.  [2:50] Figuring out what the market wants.  [5:15] Challenges that Jeff and his team have faced along the way.  [7:20] A proud moment from the journey.  In this episode… How do you know that a product is going to take off and connect with a large enough segment of the market to make your business sustainable? Is there a formula that you can follow or does it all come down to dumb luck? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you’ll hear from business leader and innovator, Jeff Schmidgall. In his conversation with Jeremy, Jeff opens up about how he started Bubba’s Foods, why he loves developing healthy snacks, how he got his product on retail shelves, and so much more. You’ll want to pay close attention to Jeff’s story - he has some valuable lessons to share!  Did you know that many entrepreneurs validate their product idea by coming up with a solution to a problem that many people have daily? While he was struggling to find satisfying snack foods while on the Paleo diet, Jeff tried some homemade snacks from his brother-in-law. After devouring this delicious treat, Jeff harassed his brother-in-law for more - soon after - they decided that they needed to take this innovative product to the marketplace for others. You can learn more about their journey and the wonderful flavors they offer at Bubba’s Foods by visiting the link in the resources section at the end of this post.  How does a small health-conscious snack food startup get their products into big-box retailers like 7/11, Walmart, or Whole Foods? Where do you send the bribe money to show up at the checkout stand or on the end of grocery isles? According to Jeff Schmidgall - it all comes down to persistence. Refusing to take no for an answer, Jeff went to work making connections with local retailers and eventually made it all the way to the shelves of 7/11 and others. As he looks back on what contributed to his brand’s success in retail stores, Jeff chalks his success up to his scrappy nature and his relentless approach. What can you learn from Jeff’s story?  Resources Mentioned on this episode www.bubbasfoods.com Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25’s mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We connect you with strategic partnerships through our done for you podcast solution which is the best thing I have done for my business.  Our Done for you Podcast service - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast and make sure you get ROI from it.  We distribute your show across more than 11 different channels (spotify, google play, itunes, and many more) including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo’s of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner, podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. The most important piece that most are missing is the right strategy and we make sure our clients get ROI so it becomes one of the most valuable parts of your strategic partnerships. Since this requires a lot of humans (we have operations, developers, writers, audio editors, video editors) to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. If using a podcast for strategic partnerships, content marketing, and increasing clients and referrals sounds interesting to you go to www.Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran. For larger conferences and software companies we have done an onsite podcast booth and created a years worth of content in just a few days. So if you are holding an event or your company will be having a booth at an event let us know. Check out Rise25.com and also some see some examples of our VIP Events below. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video  Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company’s plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few.

Mark Sarafa is the founder of Pop Daddy Popcorn. Seeking a healthier way for his family to enjoy snacking, one day Mark bought a large popcorn machine and started experimenting with different kernels and flavors in his basement, passing out his popcorn to friends, family, and neighbors. Following his successful experimentation, in 2013, Pop Daddy became Mark’s full-time job and the business has only kept growing from there!  Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:  [0:40] Mark Sarafa joins the podcast to talk about Pop Daddy Popcorn.  [1:50] How did Mark’s business get off of the ground?  [3:10] Popular flavors and getting the product on shelves.  [5:00] How to connect with Mark and Pop Daddy Popcorn.  In this episode… Have you ever paused to consider all the opportunities you were afforded each step of the way in your career? Do you find yourself frustrated at the lack of opportunities made available to you, or you find yourself wishing you had seized more opportunities that came your way? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you’ll hear from business leader and innovator Mark Sarafa. In his conversation with Jeremy, Mark opens up about how he got started a business leader, why he decided to build a business around popcorn, challenges he has faced along the way, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this fascinating episode featuring Mark’s story! Did you know that most inventions and brilliant ideas come from people who are unwilling to accept the status quo? It’s true! What status quo are you accepting in your sphere of influence that needs challenging? For years, Mark and his family enjoyed a nice popcorn snack each evening as they relaxed for the evening. Wondering what type of impact regularly snacking on popcorn would have on his family’s healthy, Mark began his research. After scaring himself with his research, Mark decided that the world needed a cleaner popcorn snack that families like his could eat without worry - then Pop Daddy Popcorn was born! Could you be sitting on an opportunity that could make all the difference for you and your business? What if that chance meeting last week actually turned out to be a wonderful business contact that could lead to an opportunity five years from now? You never know what open opportunities you could be missing each and every day. Don’t live your life haphazardly - commit to seizing every opportunity to serve others and make a positive impact; you never know what could be waiting for you just around the corner. What can you learn from Mark’s story?  Resources Mentioned on this episode www.popdaddypopcorn.com Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25’s mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We connect you with strategic partnerships through our done for you podcast solution which is the best thing I have done for my business.  Our Done for you Podcast service - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast and make sure you get ROI from it. We distribute your show across more than 11 different channels (spotify, google play, itunes, and many more) including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo’s of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner, podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. The most important piece that most are missing is the right strategy and we make sure our clients get ROI so it becomes one of the most valuable parts of your strategic partnerships. Since this requires a lot of humans (we have operations, developers, writers, audio editors, video editors) to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. If using a podcast for strategic partnerships, content marketing, and increasing clients and referrals sounds interesting to you go to www.Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran. For larger conferences and software companies we have done an onsite podcast booth and created a years worth of content in just a few days. So if you are holding an event or your company will be having a booth at an event let us know. Check out Rise25.com and also some see some examples of our VIP Events below. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers.  It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video  Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company’s plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few.

Kenney Joyal is the founder of Snowflakes Candy. Snowflakes Candy is dedicated to making delicious, uniquely-crafted candies that are satisfying, sweet, simple, and sugar-free. They made their debut with a line of a hand-crafted, artisanal candies, which are now available in stores nationwide. Snowflakes Candy remains dedicated to using high-quality, sustainably-sourced ingredients that our customers love for the sheer fun of eating guilt-free candy. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:  [0:40] Jeremy welcomes his guest, Kenney Joyal.  [1:40] Popular flavors and how the production process played out.  [3:20] How the product and packaging changed over time.  [6:00] Challenges faced along the way and proud moments from the journey.  In this episode… What if there was a way to enjoy a delicious snack without all the guilt that comes from eating a bag of M&M’s? Imagine a snack that could help you retrain your mind and body to react in a positive way to a healthy snack? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you’ll hear from entrepreneur and innovator Kenney Joyal. In his conversation with Jeremy, Kenney opens up about how he developed Snowflakes Candy, why he came up with a unique candy tin, challenges he has faced along the way, and much more. Don’t miss this great opportunity to a behind the scenes look at a thriving candy company! Did you know that most of the “Sugar-free” products on the marketplace are made with unsustainable methods? It’s true! Most corn xylitol is imported from China and extracted from corn cobs by adding sulfuric acid in a process called acid hydrolysis. Acid hydrolysis is generally regarded as an environmentally unfriendly process. By contrast, Snowflakes Candy uses birch bark xylitol that is extracted from birch bark in sustainably-managed forests in the United States, Canada, and the Nordic region. Make sure to check out the link to Snowflakes Candy located in the resources section at the end of this post!  Do you have what it takes to see your idea become a reality? Are you prepared for push-back, doubt, and challenges that you’ll face along the way? How will you deal with setbacks and unforeseen obstacles that are lurking on your path? The truth is unless you are dedicated to making your dream a reality - you’ll bail at the first sign of trouble. You need to learn from leaders who have earned their battle scars on the battlefield of marketplace competition. While the journey for Kenney and his team at Snowflakes Candy hasn’t been easy - all the lows they’ve endured have led to the highs! What can you learn from Kenney’s story?  Resources Mentioned on this episode www.snowflakescandy.com Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25’s mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We connect you with strategic partnerships through our done for you podcast solution which is the best thing I have done for my business.  Our Done for you Podcast service - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast and make sure you get ROI from it. We distribute your show across more than 11 different channels (spotify, google play, itunes, and many more) including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo’s of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner, podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. The most important piece that most are missing is the right strategy and we make sure our clients get ROI so it becomes one of the most valuable parts of your strategic partnerships. Since this requires a lot of humans (we have operations, developers, writers, audio editors, video editors) to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. If using a podcast for strategic partnerships, content marketing, and increasing clients and referrals sounds interesting to you go to www.Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran. For larger conferences and software companies we have done an onsite podcast booth and created a years worth of content in just a few days. So if you are holding an event or your company will be having a booth at an event let us know. Check out Rise25.com and also some see some examples of our VIP Events below. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers.  It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video  Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company’s plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few.

Benjamin Bartley and Tom van Lambaart are the co-founders of Chum, a healthy snack food brand. The fruit products created at Chum are 100% wild, and 100% natural, they don’t use fake stuff. Chum takes real fruits as nature intended, and they carefully turn them into delicious bites.No artificial ingredients and no added sugars or colors. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:  [0:40] Benjamin Bartley and Tom van Lambaart join Jeremy to talk about, Chumbites.  [2:30] How did the guys develop their first version of the product?  [4:30] Benjamin and Tom explain how they know each other and they share memories from their journey.  In this episode… When was the last time you thought carefully about the food you choose to snack on? Let’s face it, most people don’t think through their snack options very carefully - but they should! On this episode of Inspired Insider, you’ll hear from entrepreneurs and business leaders, Benjamin Bartley and Tom van Lambaart. In their conversation with Jeremy, Benjamin and Tom open up about why they started Chum, how they developed their product, why they tied their product to conservation efforts, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this fascinating and engaging episode featuring Benjamin and Tom’s story! As a child growing up, did you ever hear your parents lecture you about keeping your teeth clean? While children often assume that parents just want to ruin their fun, the truth is - they are just trying to save money! From fillings to root canals - dental work isn’t cheap! One of the best ways to get kids to take care of their teeth is by adjusting their diet. Many children have several sweet and processed food products multiple times throughout their day. What if you could swap out a bag of Skittles for a more healthy option like an apple? Good news - you can! Chums offers a product that is high in fiber and slows down the absorption of sugars into the bloodstream, ensuring a more gradual release of energy.  If you’ve been paying any attention to the trend among brands on the marketplace today - you’ll quickly realize that giving back is extremely important. Rather than just blindly trust big brands, most consumers these days are focused on making a positive impact. If a buyer has to choose between your product and a product that gives three percent of their proceeds to charity - chances are, they are going to want the competition! Thankfully, innovative brands like Chum who are leading the way when it comes to corporate responsibility. Chums donates 15% of their profits to Wild Aid.  Resources Mentioned on this episode www.chumbites.com Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25’s mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We connect you with strategic partnerships through our done for you podcast solution which is the best thing I have done for my business.  Our Done for you Podcast service - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast and make sure you get ROI from it. We distribute your show across more than 11 different channels (spotify, google play, itunes, and many more) including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo’s of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner, podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. The most important piece that most are missing is the right strategy and we make sure our clients get ROI so it becomes one of the most valuable parts of your strategic partnerships. Since this requires a lot of humans (we have operations, developers, writers, audio editors, video editors) to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. If using a podcast for strategic partnerships, content marketing, and increasing clients and referrals sounds interesting to you go to www.Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran. For larger conferences and software companies we have done an onsite podcast booth and created a years worth of content in just a few days. So if you are holding an event or your company will be having a booth at an event let us know. Check out Rise25.com and also some see some examples of our VIP Events below. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers.  It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video  Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company’s plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few.

Gino Wickman is the founder of EOS Worldwide, an organization that has helped over 70,000 companies use and implement EOS tools - the Entrepreneurial Operating System. They have built up an international team of over 300 professional and certified EOS Implementers. Gino is the author of many books including Traction, Rocket Fuel, How to Be a Great Boss and many more. His latest creation is called Entrepreneurial Leap: Do you have what it takes to become an Entrepreneur? Gino created it to help entrepreneurs-in-the-making get a huge jump-start on taking their entrepreneurial leap.  Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:  [2:45] Jeremy welcomes his guest, Gino Wickman.  [5:15] Gino talks about his relationship with his father.  [11:30] Understanding the roles of visionaries and integrators.  [15:30] What is scorecarding?  [21:00] Gino talks about his “Guardian angel.”  [26:00] Avoiding “Nightmare” scenarios.  [30:00] Hiring and pricing challenges that business leaders face.  [34:30] Gino opens up about how business got off the ground.  [37:00] Struggling to turn a profit.  [41:40] Why Gino created a succession plan for his business.  [49:00] The importance of discovering your passion.  [50:30] Nature or nurture?  [53:00] Is there a good process to learn how to be a successful entrepreneur?  [55:00] We teach what we need the most.  [59:30] Gino’s favorite books and resources.  In this episode… What was it that led you to the line of work you find yourself in today? Did you happen upon your line of work by chance or did you train for it over many years? One of the best assets you have as a leader is your passion! On this episode of Inspired Insider, you’ll hear from entrepreneur and innovator Gino Wickman. In his conversation with Jeremy, Gino opens up about his childhood, why he looked up to his father, what it took to get his business off of the ground, lessons he learned along the way, and so much more. You don’t want to miss this great opportunity to learn from Gino’s seasoned perspective!  Who was the most important person in your childhood? Were you really close to a grandparent, sibling, or parent? Did you have to look outside of your family circle to find someone you could connect with? While Gino Wickman has had a lot of positive influences in his life, none quite compare to the impact his father had on him. A mentor in both life and business, Gino often turned to his father for advice and how to proceed in his career. Do you have someone like that in your life?  Is it time to start something from scratch? What are you waiting for? Let’s face it; many leaders avoid taking the leap into the unknown because they have no idea what is on the other side. To help boost his fellow entrepreneurs' confidence levels, Gino Wickman wrote a book, “Entrepreneurial Leap.” Gino’s book is an easy-to-use guide that will help you decide, once and for all, if entrepreneurship is right for you—because success as an entrepreneur depends on far more than just a great idea and a generous helping of luck. One of the best hallmarks of a competent leader is someone who is willing to learn from and avoid repeating the same mistakes. Have you embarked on that critical journey of self-discovery that can equip you with the insights you need to thrive as a competent leader? If you want a little help in that department - Gino Wickman has you covered! He has mapped out six essential traits that every entrepreneur needs in order to succeed, based on real-world startups that have reached incredible heights. You don’t have to leave it all up to guesswork - make sure to check out the link to Gino’s book located in the resources section at the end of this post.  At the end of the day, all the skills and personality traits will only get you so far - if you really want to go the distance, you need to tap into your passion. What fires you up and keeps you headed to the office each day? Are you still trying to find that thing that lights you up? If you find yourself struggling to find meaning in the work you are doing - you have a passion problem! One of the best was to get your mindset in a healthy place is to start focusing on what brings you life and joy - then you can drill down and locate your passion!  Resources Mentioned on this episode www.e-leap.com Zig Ziggler Think and Grow Rich Good to Great The Road Less Traveled The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People Tribes Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25’s mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We connect you with strategic partnerships through our done for you podcast solution which is the best thing I have done for my business.  Our Done for you Podcast service - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast and make sure you get ROI from it.  We distribute your show across more than 11 different channels (spotify, google play, itunes, and many more) including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo’s of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner, podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. The most important piece that most are missing is the right strategy and we make sure our clients get ROI so it becomes one of the most valuable parts of your strategic partnerships. Since this requires a lot of humans (we have operations, developers, writers, audio editors, video editors) to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. If using a podcast for strategic partnerships, content marketing, and increasing clients and referrals sounds interesting to you go to www.Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran. For larger conferences and software companies we have done an onsite podcast booth and created a years worth of content in just a few days. So if you are holding an event or your company will be having a booth at an event let us know. Check out Rise25.com and also some see some examples of our VIP Events below. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers.  It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video  Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company’s plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few.