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What do you build after the business you grew goes bankrupt? We celebrate Veterans Day by bringing on service member, Dr. JayR McIntyre, known as Tha Hood Motivator, joins Vincent A. Lanci to share how he rebuilt his career as a speaker and creator. He explains why he went back to school, batches podcast episodes, how he built credibility before raising his speaking fees, and what he wants people to find when one of his clips goes viral. Happy Veterans Day. Thank you to everyone who has served this great nation.  “So at the end of the day, you got to bet on yourself.”  Chapters to Follow Along:00:00 Bet on yourself and build a content library00:58 JayR returns to That Entrepreneur Show02:32 From Army service to medical retirement and recovery05:18 Building an event security business and facing bankruptcy06:15 Starting over and finding a voice onstage07:06 Building Tha Hood Motivator brand10:32 Batching podcast episodes to grow the brand12:27 The years of reinvestment behind the business16:40 The work it takes to get in front of the right people17:38 Why JayR built a backlog before going viral19:32 The entrepreneur JayR would like to learn from22:52 Where to find JayR and how his daughter joined the business“They taught us how to get it, but not how to maintain it.”Key Topics and Takeaways:🎙️ What JayR learned about keeping a business going after building one quickly.🎙️ How early speaking engagements helped him demonstrate his value and build a case for charging more.🎙️ How recording ahead supports a twice-weekly podcast release schedule.🎙️ Why a backlog of useful videos and episodes gives people somewhere to go after discovering you.🎙️ What reinvesting a founder’s pay can look like in the early years of a business.Did you miss his first show? Join the conversation and follow his journey here: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/15676298-394-from-ptsd-to-phds-overcoming-childhood-adversity-to-achieve-success-with-jayr-mcintyreSend us Fan Mail Support the show🎙️Share with someone you know who needs to hear this episode or connect with our guest.🎙️Show Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com 813 445 3295 (Call or Text)🎙️Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden

What will people find when one of your posts finally takes off? In this sneak peek, JayR, now THE DR., tells Vincent why he spent years building a library of YouTube videos and podcast episodes before a breakout moment.“So at the end of the day, you got to bet on yourself.” Chapters to Follow Along:-Betting on yourself-What happens after a post goes viral?-Building a backlog before the breakoutKey Topics: Content consistency, building a YouTube and podcast library, and giving new followers a reason to stick around.Catch the full conversation on That Entrepreneur Show tomorrow at 4:00 AM EST.Did you miss his first show? Join the conversation and follow his journey here: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/15676298-394-from-ptsd-to-phds-overcoming-childhood-adversity-to-achieve-success-with-jayr-mcintyreSend us Fan MailSupport the show🎙️Share with someone you know who needs to hear this episode or connect with our guest.🎙️Show Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com 813 445 3295 (Call or Text)🎙️Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden

In this episode, Dr. Shannon Russell shares her personal journey through mental health struggles, her holistic approach to overcoming chronic pain, and practical tools for mental well-being like journaling, breathwork, and the importance of inner work for lasting results."Comparison is the thief of joy."Without taking care of our mental health, it is challenging to be our best selves as an entrepreneur. This week, we will dive into Host Vincent A. Lanci's Top 5% global podcast series, A Mental Health Break (on all platforms and AMentalHealthBreak.com. Chapters:00:00 Introduction to mental health and self-worth00:28 The impact of internal self-worth on physical health00:57 The importance of taking one step at a time01:49 Challenges of becoming the person you want to be02:28 Shannon's journey into mental health advocacy03:23 Personal struggles with body image and anxiety04:51 Holistic approach to overcoming chronic pain07:01 Daily mental health practices: journaling, walking, and water09:26 Breathwork and its role in stress and pain management11:36 The importance of consistency and small changes14:14 Inner work and self-love as keys to progress16:41 Nutrition tips for mental health and sustainability20:31 Connecting with Shannon and final thoughts"Emphasis on your exhales can calm the nervous system." More Key Topics Covered:*Mindfulness practices*The role of fitness and movement in mental health*Impact of climate and environment on mental health*Strategies for sustainable lifestyle changes*Grounding techniques to reduce stressSend us Fan MailSupport the show🎙️Share with someone you know who needs to hear this episode or connect with our guest.🎙️Show Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com 813 445 3295 (Call or Text)🎙️Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden

In this episode, Dr. Shannon Russell discusses the importance of inner work for lasting results  "Comparison is the thief of joy."Without taking care of our mental health, it is challenging to be our best selves as an entrepreneur. This week, we will dive into Host Vincent A. Lanci's Top 5% global podcast series, A Mental Health Break. Catch the full episode tonight at 7:00 PM EST.Send us Fan MailSupport the show🎙️Share with someone you know who needs to hear this episode or connect with our guest.🎙️Show Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com 813 445 3295 (Call or Text)🎙️Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden

Coach Jim Johnson, a longtime high school basketball coach turned speaker and entrepreneur, shares how J-Mac's unforgettable game became a global ESPY story and changed the course of his coaching career.He and host Vincent A. Lanci celebrate Halloween connect lessons from basketball to entrepreneurship, including trust, mission, communication, and building relationships that last."The mission has got to be bigger than you."Chapters to Follow Along:00:00 The J-Mac game and the moment that reached the ESPYs02:16 How a coach’s decision became a career-changing story05:06 Six threes, 20 points, and a championship season07:34 Turning the story into a speaking and writing career08:42 The business skills coaching never taught him10:43 Build trust by modeling your values and selling the vision11:31 Why a business needs a mission beyond making money13:18 Leadership keys: mission, trust, communication, and listening15:51 Personal videos and newsletters keep relationships alive18:26 The mentors Jim Johnson would choose to meet19:33 Where to find Coach Jim Johnson"You've got to be the CQA, the chief question asker."Key Topics + More Key Insights You Will Learn:🎙️Jim Johnson recounts Jason McElwain’s senior-night game: 20 points, including six three-pointers, followed by a global media response and an ESPY award.🎙️7 Leadership Keys🎙️Moving from teaching and coaching to business required Johnson to learn entrepreneurship, including how to run a business and build a team.🎙️Johnson emphasizes leaders modeling the behavior they expect, aligning a team around a shared vision, and creating an intentional plan for trust.🎙️You not only have to be good at whatever your service or your whatever widget you're gonna make, but you've got to learn how to be a good business person.🎙️If you say one thing and do another, you will break trust.🎙️The mission has got to be bigger than you.🎙️You got to be thinking of what, how can you serve first?Send us Fan MailSupport the show🎙️Share with someone you know who needs to hear this episode or connect with our guest.🎙️Show Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com 813 445 3295 (Call or Text)🎙️Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden

Coach Jim Johnson, a longtime high school basketball coach turned speaker and entrepreneur, shares how J-Mac's unforgettable game became a global ESPY story and changed the course of his coaching career.He and host Vincent A. Lanci connect lessons from basketball to entrepreneurship, including trust, mission, communication, and building relationships that last."The mission has got to be bigger than you."Enjoy this exclusive sneak peak. We will see you back here to celebrate Halloween together, right here, on That Entrepreneur Show.Send us Fan MailSupport the show🎙️Share with someone you know who needs to hear this episode or connect with our guest.🎙️Show Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com 813 445 3295 (Call or Text)🎙️Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden

Entrepreneurial consultant Cass Cooper, known as the “Chaos Whisperer,” joins host Vincent A. Lanci to discuss her path into business, leadership and organizational challenges, and practical ways to make decisions amid uncertainty. She explains a four-step consulting process and why communication problems rarely disappear just by adding another software tool, while previewing her upcoming workbook and book."Chaos is gonna always be there."Chapters to Follow Along:00:00 Why communication problems aren’t solved by adding another tool03:16 A pandemic layoff opens the door to consulting07:11 Cass’s four-step process for solving business challenges09:20 Diagnose communication issues before choosing a solution11:12 Tailored consulting that helps leaders remove barriers12:10 How personal experience shaped the Chaos Whisperer13:43 Hidden illness, travel, and the Sunflower program15:27 The Whisper to Chaos workbook and upcoming book17:43 The people Cass would love to learn from19:03 Where to find Cass and the closing message"Saying I need fifty thousand dollars this month, that might be a little scary, but to say, I just need two clients. Two clients is easy. We can do two." Key Takeaways and More Insights as You Listen:🎙️How a mentor encouraged Cass to price her work higher and build confidence in stating the value of her services. 🎙️Her four-step process: Learn what it is in this episode. 🎙️Why effective diagnosis looks beyond the visible symptom to understand how a team or business arrived at its current challenge. 🎙️Why communication problems require understanding team dynamics, not simply adding Slack, Teams, Google Meet, or other tools. 🎙️How Cass’s experience with Crohn’s disease and personal adversity shaped her “Chaos Whisperer” perspective. 🎙️Cass’s upcoming guided workbook, Whisper to Chaos, and planned book, with a focus on reflection and taking practical next steps. 🎙️The importance of choosing your own lane and learning when to say yes or no, reflected in Cass’s admiration for bell hooks and Michelle Obama.“We have to diagnose the problem. We have to design a solution. We have to put that solution in action and then evaluate its effectiveness.”Send us Fan MailSupport the show🎙️Share with someone you know who needs to hear this episode or connect with our guest.🎙️Show Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com 813 445 3295 (Call or Text)🎙️Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden

Entrepreneurial consultant Cass Cooper, known as the “Chaos Whisperer,” joins host Vincent A. Lanci to discuss her path into business, leadership and organizational challenges, and practical ways to make decisions amid uncertainty. She explains a four-step consulting process and why communication problems rarely disappear just by adding another software tool, while previewing her upcoming workbook and book."Chaos is gonna always be there.""Saying I need fifty thousand dollars this month, that might be a little scary, but to say, I just need ___ clients. ___ clients is easy. We can do two."Ready for it all? See you tomorrow for full access, right here, on That Entrepreneur Show!Send us Fan MailSupport the show🎙️Share with someone you know who needs to hear this episode or connect with our guest.🎙️Show Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com 813 445 3295 (Call or Text)🎙️Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden

In this episode, Anthony Chicklowski shares his inspiring journey from a life-threatening health scare to founding Noodles & Networking, a community-driven initiative to foster local entrepreneurship and philanthropy. Discover practical networking tips, the importance of giving back, and how to stay motivated in your entrepreneurial journey."Write your goals down every day and do one thing to help someone"Ready for the full episode? Start your day with us tomorrow. We drop at 4:00 AM EST.Send us Fan MailSupport the show🎙️Share with someone you know who needs to hear this episode or connect with our guest.🎙️Show Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com 813 445 3295 (Call or Text)🎙️Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden

In this episode, Anthony Chicklowski shares his inspiring journey from a life-threatening health scare to founding Noodles & Networking, a community-driven initiative to foster local entrepreneurship and philanthropy. Discover practical networking tips, the importance of giving back, and how to stay motivated in your entrepreneurial journey."Write your goals down every day and do one thing to help someone"Chapters:00:00 Introduction and episode overview02:47 The story behind Noodles & Networking04:49 Why in-person networking matters08:40 Maintaining motivation 10:39 Overcoming fears and stepping outside comfort zones12:01 Getting involved in philanthropy and community service13:30 Advice for scaling a personal brand15:22 Dreaming of meeting influential entrepreneurs16:17 Reflections on Boston and historical places17:33 Closing remarks and how to connect with Anthony"Get out of your comfort zone and don't be afraid to introduce yourself"More Can't Miss Topics:🎙️Anthony’s personal story and health scare🎙️Importance of in-person networking and community involvement🎙️Tips for scaling and growing a personal brand🎙️The role of routine and goal setting in success🎙️Building meaningful relationships through networking"Help others through your passion and it will grow your business"Send us Fan MailSupport the show🎙️Share with someone you know who needs to hear this episode or connect with our guest.🎙️Show Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com 813 445 3295 (Call or Text)🎙️Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden