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In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowBehind the Wheel with IHRA Division Director Doug FoleyLabor Day Replay:Drag racing fans rejoice! The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is roaring back onto the scene with a full revival that includes the return of Top Fuel racing after a 15-year absence. Division Director Doug Foley joins us to share the exciting developments happening within one of drag racing's most storied organizations.Founded in 1971 by Larry Carrier at Bristol International Speedway, IHRA has long represented an alternative approach to drag racing. After recent ownership changes, the organization has recommitted to both grassroots racing and professional nitro categories with a fresh perspective. Foley...
2025-09-0229 min
The Sales EvangelistDoug Foley | Why Your AI Sales Strategy Is Failing And How To Fix ItAre you trying to use AI to speed up your sales cycle, only to find it's making your prospects' experience worse? The key is using technology to your advantage, not against you.In this episode, I'm joined by Doug Foley, an expert in sales enablement and AI integration. He shares his insights on leveraging AI tools to build more meaningful client relationships and enhance your sales process from start to finish.Meet Doug Foley· Douglas J. Foley is a strategic advisor, accomplished author, and the founder and CEO of Foley Media AI, where he...
2025-08-2232 min
Going Bracket RacingEp 197 - Doug Foley Jr. - 250k talk and NEW IHRA info!This week we sat down with Doug Foley Jr. to talk about his recent success at the TB 250k. We then got deep into the newest IHRA news. How are the races going to work? What's the run order? What are Doug's personal thoughts on the series? All this and more in Episode 197 of the Going Bracket Racing Podcast!Email us at GoingBracketRacing@gmail.com to learn how you can support the show!
2025-06-251h 18
Are You Garbage? Comedy PodcastDoug Stanhope!Are You Garbage presents stand up comedian and podcast host Doug Stanhope! You know Doug Stanhope from stand up comedy, The Joe Rogan Experience, the Doug Stanhope Podcast, Bertcast, Louie, Specials like Beer Hall Putsch, No Refunds, This Is Not Happening and so much more. Thanks for watching the Are You Garbage Comedy Podcast! AYG Live Show Tickets: https://punchup.live/areyougarbage/ticketsLive Shows: https://punchup.live/areyougarbage/ticketsPATREON: https://www.patreon.com/AreYouGarbageMERCH: https://areyougarbage.com/...
2024-10-031h 23
The Shatterproof EntrepreneurBuilding on Bedrock— How to Build an Unbreakable Business Legacy with Doug Foley“The harder it gets, the closer you are to a major breakthrough.” —Doug FoleyBuilding an enduring business legacy is about more than simply achieving profits or growth— it is establishing an enterprise that stands the test of time by positively impacting those it serves. However, crafting such a legacy demands vision for the long term, a willingness to learn from both successes and failures, and dedication to continuously improving one's skills and leadership. By keeping the customer's experience at the forefront while embracing challenges as opportunities to strengthen core principles, a business owner ca...
2024-02-0335 min
Event Marketing: RedefinedEp 48 | Pre & Post Show Marketing Strategies For Maximum ROI with Doug FoleyIt’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and buzz surrounding the days you spend at a show or event. But what many fail to recognize is that the true driving force behind your return on investment lies within the other 362 days of the year. It's during these seemingly ordinary days that the groundwork for success is laid, and yet, it often goes unnoticed and unmentioned.Take trade shows as an example: they’re a fantastic opportunity for companies to showcase their products or services and connect with potential customers. However, one crucial aspect that is o...
2023-08-021h 04
Leadership Training Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseMaster the Art of Storytelling for Leadership Success – Tyler Foley 176
Tyler Foley takes us on a journey of his life, from child actor to failed entrepreneur, to safety professional, to best-selling author and speaker. But what led him to where he is now? Join Tyler as he takes us through an exercise to explore the significant moments in our lives. But be warned, as he […]
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2023-05-3000 minCommon Sense Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseMaster the Art of Storytelling for Leadership Success – Tyler Foley 176
Tyler Foley takes us on a journey of his life, from child actor to failed entrepreneur, to safety professional, to best-selling author and speaker. But what led him to where he is now? Join Tyler as he takes us through an exercise to explore the significant moments in our lives. But be warned, as he […]
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2023-05-3000 minCommunications Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseMaster the Art of Storytelling for Leadership Success – Tyler Foley 176
Tyler Foley takes us on a journey of his life, from child actor to failed entrepreneur, to safety professional, to best-selling author and speaker. But what led him to where he is now? Join Tyler as he takes us through an exercise to explore the significant moments in our lives. But be warned, as he […]
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2023-05-3000 minLeadership Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseMaster the Art of Storytelling for Leadership Success – Tyler Foley 176
Tyler Foley takes us on a journey of his life, from child actor to failed entrepreneur, to safety professional, to best-selling author and speaker. But what led him to where he is now? Join Tyler as he takes us through an exercise to explore the significant moments in our lives. But be warned, as he […]
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2023-05-3000 minBusiness coaching Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseMaster the Art of Storytelling for Leadership Success – Tyler Foley 176
Tyler Foley takes us on a journey of his life, from child actor to failed entrepreneur, to safety professional, to best-selling author and speaker. But what led him to where he is now? Join Tyler as he takes us through an exercise to explore the significant moments in our lives. But be warned, as he […]
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2023-05-3000 minManagement Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseMaster the Art of Storytelling for Leadership Success – Tyler Foley 176
Tyler Foley takes us on a journey of his life, from child actor to failed entrepreneur, to safety professional, to best-selling author and speaker. But what led him to where he is now? Join Tyler as he takes us through an exercise to explore the significant moments in our lives. But be warned, as he […]
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2023-05-3000 minLeadership Powered by Common SenseMaster the Art of Storytelling for Leadership Success – Tyler Foley 176
Tyler Foley takes us on a journey of his life, from child actor to failed entrepreneur, to safety professional, to best-selling author and speaker. But what led him to where he is now? Join Tyler as he takes us through an exercise to explore the significant moments in our lives. But be warned, as he […]
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2023-05-3000 minExecutive leadership Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseMaster the Art of Storytelling for Leadership Success – Tyler Foley 176
Tyler Foley takes us on a journey of his life, from child actor to failed entrepreneur, to safety professional, to best-selling author and speaker. But what led him to where he is now? Join Tyler as he takes us through an exercise to explore the significant moments in our lives. But be warned, as he […]
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2023-05-3000 min
Marketing The InvisibleHow Entrepreneurs Inspire Change – In Just 7 Minutes with Doug Foley
Discover the importance of finding and operating in your zone of genius more and more
Learn how you can use your expertise as your superpower and provide value to your audience
Understand why chasing income instead of impact is never the right way to go
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Summary
Does your business give you more stress than income? Do you feel like your business has finally hit that glass ceiling and you just don’t know what to do to brea...
2023-04-2605 min
The High Performance ZoneDoug “DJ” Sandler - Speaker, Trainer, Best Selling Author, Top Ranked Podcast Host of The Nice Guys on Business Podcast. Learn how to create a "CULTURE OF NICE"Doug Sandler spent 30 years as a Bar Mitzvah DJ before making the leap into podcasting. Today, he’s the founder of Turnkey podcast production services and an expert in podcast monetization. What’s more, as the host of the super-successful Nice Guys on Business Podcast and the author of Nice Guys Finish First, he’s a firm believer in building business relationships based on integrity, authenticity, and respect.In this episode, you’ll hear from Doug Sandler on:The power of praise. Doug points out that praise for a job well don...
2022-08-0452 min
Healthy Steps with Nicole's PodcastSimplifying Your Approach to Drive More Sales with Doug FoleyToday I’m going to be joined by my amazing friend and sales expert, Doug Foley! Doug is going to be teaching you all about… Simplifying Your Approach to Drive More Sales! Doug Foley is an entrepreneur, investor, and international best selling author on a mission to help 1,000 people start & scale a lifestyle business by January 2023 through his podcast, “The Happiness of Pursuit,” and his book; The “Breakout Blueprint: How to find your passion, take action, and build a lifestyle business.” Find out more about Doug and follow him on Instagram @douglasjfoley
2022-01-0341 minThe High Performance ZoneLife Lessons from a Master Aviator; How to Meet the Challenge and Lead by Example with Former Marine Colonel Doug “Smash” YurovichDoug “Smash” Yurovich is a former fighter pilot and the first Marine Colonel to be appointed as Commander of a Navy Carrier Air Wing Group. Doug is a graduate of the US Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN), and he served as a Test Pilot at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. After a long and distinguished military career, Doug continues to apply his leadership and aviation experience to civilian roles, and he currently works as a test pilot, flight instructor, and safety director. In this episode, you’ll hear from Doug on:(00:11:52) Meeting the challenge. Doug explain...
2021-11-181h 27
Assemblyman Doug SmithYour Island: Brookhaven Councilman Neil FoleyAssemblyman Doug Smith and Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio fill in as guest hosts on Your Island with Tom Schiliro on 103.9FM LI News Radio interviewing Brookhaven Town Councilman Neil Foley.
2021-09-2213 min
The Path & The PracticeEpisode 50 - Doug Lightfoot talks being a summer associate at Foley, attending Howard University Law School, working for the U.S. Coast Guard, and the importance of HBCUsThis episode features a conversation with Doug Lightfoot. Doug is a summer associate in Foley’s Washington, D.C. In this discussion, Doug reflects on growing-up in Macon, GA, attending Morehouse College and Howard University School of Law where he is a rising 3L. Doug also discusses the 5-years that he spent as an Assistant Diversity Chief for the U.S Coast Guard before attending law school and why he prioritized attending HBCU’s for both college and law school. Finally, Doug discusses his experience as a summer associate at Foley.
2021-06-1538 minAre You Garbage? Comedy PodcastDoug Smith: Religious KidKippy and Foley are back with Doug Smith for a bonkos episode. Doug talks about growing up super religious and shares some wild stories. Its a fun one!
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Comedians H. Foley and Kevin Ryan are self proclaimed GARBAGE. Each week a new stand up comedian gets put to the test.
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2021-03-081h 30
The DragChamp ShowTDCS051 Bryson Scruggs with Two-Seater Doug Foley Jr.After a week of fighting record cold temps in Texas and constant power outages, we finally sat down with Bryson Scruggs for a little bench racing session. His good friend two-seater Doug Foley Jr. was a surprise call-in guest which added to the good times.Bryson, the 22 year old nephew of bracket racing legend Jason Lynch, shared the good times of traveling and working for his uncle. This included multiple stories of changing trans, converters, motors, etc. Bryson and Doug shared some great stories of being on the road and bracket racing for a living. The...
2021-02-191h 03
Happiness of PursuitHOP #108: How to Get Out Of A Rut And Get Motivated with Shelby OlyschlagerIn this special Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Happy Hour - Doug and Shelby work through some strategies to help get out of a rut and get motivated. Shelby was on fire last week with so many ideas on where she wanted to take her business...then she got overwhelmed with what to do next! In this episode, we work through breaking down big ideas into actionable steps that will help you take small steps to accomplish big goals! One of the biggest takeaways is to take action when the ideas are fresh, and not...
2021-02-1833 min
COMPETITION PLUS POWER HOURPOWER HOUR #11. DOUG FOLEYThe Power Hour is LIVE at 9PM EST with hosts Slammin' Sam and The Monday Morning Racer chatting on drag racing and taking your questions. Jeff Arend, our pit insider and accomplished funny car driver himself will stop in to answer plenty of drag racing questions. Our guest tonight is NHRA top fuel pilot Doug Foley of Foley-Lewis Racing. The former IHRA winner came back to NHRA competition in 2020 and is looking to turn heads in 2021.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2021-01-201h 23
Digital Marketing ConfessionsEpisode Four Doug Foley On The Importance Of Customer ExperienceThe guest today is a soon-to-be bestselling author launching his first book, Breakout Blueprint, out now! Joining us is Doug Foley, the Founder of Foley Media and Host of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast. In today's episode, Doug introduces his book and some of the things he has learned personally both from his own success and failures as well as what he has learned from other entrepreneurs. We break down the idea of getting back to the basics with a sturdy foundation and truly how to understand what you want to accomplish. Listen in to hear the number one...
2020-09-1522 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #106: The Million-Dollar One-Person BusinessHave you every wondered, "How are all of these people building these million dollar businesses?" Well... Today, we have an answer for you! Que "The Million-Dollar One-Person Business" by Elaine Pofeldt "The indispensable guide to earning a six-figure take-home income on your own terms, from Forbes.com contributing writer Elaine Pofeldt. The rise of one-million-dollar, one-person businesses in the past five years is the biggest trend in employment today, offering the widest range of people the most ways to earn a living while having the lifestyles they want. In The...
2018-02-2038 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #105: The Startup Playbook with Will HermanIf you ever wanted to know how to fail, and ultimately how to succeed as a startup, this interview breaks it down! Will Herman, Co-author of The Startup Playbook, shares his insights into what you can do to put your business on the path to success. BONUS: I'm giving away 10 Copies of the Book, if you want a chance to get a copy visit www.douglasjfoley.com/105
2018-02-2029 min
Happiness of PursuitHow To Go From Hobby To Hustle To Thriving Niche BusinessHow To Go From Hobby To Hustle To Thriving Niche Business Being an amateur photography I always love talking to professionals and learning how they mastered their craft... In today's episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast, I was able to learn how John A Demato took mastery to a new level by pursuing his passion for portraits and turning it into an amazing niche business. More than just a guy who pushes a button for a living, I set my clients up for success beyond the portrait session by educating them on ho...
2018-01-2924 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #103: And We're Back! Happy New Year AllHappy New Year Listeners! First and foremost, thank you to my fans for your patience. I have heard from a lot of you asking if the show was continuing, and what was going on. The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast is definitely continuing, and we have some big changes coming to the format of the show in 2018 to bring you more value. We will continue to share stories about how ordinary people followed their passion to build extraordinary lives. We are going to be doing as many as we can through Facebook Live so t...
2018-01-2204 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #102: How To Network As An IntrovertThe Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #102 with Travis Chappell Have you ever been the awkward lonely looking guy or girl at a conference, just waiting for someone to come up and talk to you at the bar, or breakfast table? Here's how most conferences go for me: I grab my badge from check-in. Next, I awkwardly walk into a hall with 150+ strangers and look around for a familiar face. When I don't recognize anyone I head to the bar or breakfast buffet. Still not recognizing anyone, I find myself staring down at my...
2017-11-2131 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #101: The Truth About Creating Wealth (and Keeping It)The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #101 with Garrett Gunderson, Founder of The Wealth Factory There are two things that people are terrified to talk about... Sex and Money! Today, we are going to dive into that latter of the two and in a way that completely blew my Minda. Garrett Gunderson is Founder and Chief Wealth Architect of Wealth Factory, and New York Times bestselling author of Killing Sacred Cows: Overcoming the Financial Myths That Are Destroying Your Prosperity. And he’s personally helped countless business owners create efficient wealth st...
2017-11-1440 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #100: How To Turn Your Passion Into A Profitable BusinessThe Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #100 With Tom Bilyeu A little over two years ago when I started The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast, if you told me that I would have been filming the 100th Episode LIVE in Los Angeles on the set of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, who the very guest that inspired me to pursue this journey, I wouldn't have believed it! When I launched this podcast, it was at one of the most challenging times of my life... I was adjusting to life as a new dad (my...
2017-10-2439 min
Eric Roberts is the ManEpisode 58: The L Word Season 3, Episode 12 & Wrong Number (2002) (/w Brendan Foley)On this SURPRISINGLY LATE episode of Eric Roberts is the Man, we welcome writer and podcaster Brendan Foley to JOIN US in celebrating two more Eric Roberts CLASSICS! First we look at a Season 3 episode of THE L WORD with absolutely no context, and you can hear us struggle to understand the seemingly dozens of plotlines and characters, including Pam Grier getting pregnant! APPARENTLY! Also, Eric Roberts is there. Then we look at the 2002 thriller WRONG NUMBER where ER is murdered again and again, RASHOMON-style, and then the whole thing ends in one of the most ridiculous TWISTS in...
2017-09-211h 21
Happiness of PursuitHOP #99: 3 of The Biggest Lessons From 100+ Podcast Interviews #EntrepreneurThe Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #99 100+ stories about people who have followed their passion to build a business, a better life, or to simply give back! When I started this journey, I had no clue where it was going. What became inherently clear quickly after I started - was just the simple fact that we NEED TO START. Here are three of the most common lessons I have learned from all of the great guests. 1. Just Start 2. Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable 3. Believe In Yourself To get the complete show notes, visit douglasjfoley.com/99
2017-09-2106 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP# 98: From Tragedy To Truth: A Lesson in Forgiveness and Growth w. @caseyceaseThe Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #98 with Casey Cease Would you ever be able to forgive someone for killing someone you loved? What will you learn from this episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast: >>The importance of forgiveness >>How to bounce back (from any situation) >>The need to take action >>How to build a business from a personal struggle When Casey was in his Junior Year of high school, Casey was battling a growing depression. After having his heart-broken, and hearing a distressing story he left a party he was hosting late at night, against the best efforts...
2017-09-1740 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #97: Why You Need To Find A Job You Love with Keith F ShovlinWe have all heard the story... "In 2008, when the economy tanked I lost my job..." Starring a 10-year high school reunion in the face, Keith F. Shovlin, knew he had a few things he wanted to check off his list and becoming an author was on it! He had a book idea, but no luck finding a publisher. Instead of throwing in the towel, he decided to publish the book himself, and in taking action realized that he wasn't the only one struggling to find a publisher. That lead to the creating of AOIS, which has now evolved into AOIS...
2017-09-1232 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #96: How To Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable w. JJ Flizanes (@JJ Flizanes)The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #96 with JJ Flizanes "You cannot find a solution in the same state of mind that created it!" Have you struggled with diets? Let's be honest, we all have! That's why I was so excited to talk with someone who started an "Anti-diet movement". The description of JJ newest book, "The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight & End Body Shame", sums up our conversation perfectly: If you’ve struggled with finding a deeper, healthier, and happier connection to your body, food, and lifestyle, the Invisible Fitness Formula is the answer. Recent research in mi...
2017-08-2943 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #95: Why Going All In Will Change Your Life And Business w. Tara Bradford"If you want to take the island, you need to burn the boats" I don't have a single tattoo, but if I get one that might very well be the one! It has become a mantra in our house about adopting change. It reminds me of so many stories about the enlightening moments when entrepreneurs finally let go and went all into their business. This weeks guest, Tara Bradford, took that leap - so much so that she moved to New York City without a true plan on how she was going to pay for her apartment. That commitment left h...
2017-08-2235 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP 94: How To Afford Anything By Starting a Side Hustle w. Eric Rosenberg (@ericprofits)The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #94 with Eric Rosenberg From Finance Professional to Blogger to Side Hustle to Entrepreneur... Eric Rosenberg found a way to turn his passion for personal finance into a five-figure side hustle. In this episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast you will learn: >>How to Afford Anything >>The Importance of Finding Out What You Want >>How To Go For It >>What Happens When You Try To get the complete show notes, visit www.douglasjfoley.com/94
2017-08-1531 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #93: How To Step Up, Be Bold, and Play Big In Business w. Vanessa Shaw (@vcshaw)From Stay-at-home mom to 7-figure entrepreneur... "When people pay more, they pay attention" I knew when I read Vanessa's Bio, that the interview was going to align with the goal of the show to help people reach their full potential. What I was not expecting, is how real, genuine and valuable the advice would be that followed. After a few years as an active stay-at-home Mom, the burning desire for entrepreneurship peaked and Vanessa Shaw started a wellness benefit with 6 clients at $50/hour. As fast as the business win came, she lost the initial clients. Having to start over, she...
2017-08-0151 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #92: How To Make Change By Believing In Yourself with Marie Claire (@coachwithmolly)"Believe you can and you will" - Molly Claire Mindset and personal awareness are two of the most powerful things you can master to become successful. In this weeks episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast, Molly Claire, from Molly Claire Coaching, shares how to transform your mindset to unlocking your potential by believing in yourself.
2017-07-1831 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #91: How To Find Happiness With WordPlay T.Jay (@wordplaytjay)The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #91 "Find your gift and give it to the world!" - WordPlay T.Jay I was blown away by the insight and tactical advice that WordPlay T. Jay shared in this episode. After struggling with depression, he found music. That passion grew inside of him, and he knew that he could share his gift with the world and spread happiness and a message of positivity in a genre typically filled with violence. WordPlay T. Jay broke through after hustling his way onto MTV's RapFix. What surprised me in this interview, was his insight into...
2017-07-1130 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP # 90: How To Make Failure Your Friend w. Bond, The Ad Strategist"Flip your "What IF" from a Negative to a Positive" - Bond, The Ad Strategist This episode is one of the rawest and most authentic interviews to date (it contains some swearing, so make sure the kids aren't in the car). We go deep into what entrepreneurship is REALLY LIKE. If you have been following this podcast for a while, you know how important mindset is to building a business. In today's episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast, Amanda Bond, better know as Bond, founder of The Ad Strategist, dives deep into her personal transformation, and how she allows...
2017-06-2042 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #89: The Truth About Creating A Legacy w. Andy Amick (@palespruce)In just 25 minutes I learned how much we are capable of when we put our minds to it. Andy Amick turned his love for mountain biking into one of the most interesting legacy building exercises I have heard. As Andy's passion for Mountain Biking grew, he discovered a race called "Tour Divide", which is a 2,745 mile (4,418km) ride from Banff, Alberta to Antelope Wells, New Mexico. After a grueling 24 days, Andy completed the race at with countless stories to share. What was unique about Andy's story (aside from the run in with a Mountain Lion), was that Andy found it...
2017-06-1328 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #88: Turn Your Power Into Profit with Alex BarkerFrom selling strollers and car seats to paying off his mortgage in 3 years, Alex Barker has mastered the side hustle... Don't forget family - 80% of your time with your kids will become before they are 18. I knew from the moment Alex reached out to me on Facebook that we were going to have a great conversation. Alex Barker is the founder of The Happy PharmD, which is a niche blog dedicated to helping pharmacists create a side hustle. What I didn't know about Alex, was the reason behind his businesses. Early in his pharmacy career, Alex and his wife had...
2017-05-3032 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #87: Freedom Isn't Free - Thank You To Those Living A Life Of Service #GratefulI don't have to tell you how fragile this precious gift of freedom is. Every time we hear, watch, or read the news, we are reminded that liberty is a rare commodity in this world. – President Ronald Reagan Freedom isn't free... With Memorial Day around the corner, it is always a great time of year to show gratitude to those who have committed their careers to a life of service. There is no greater sacrifice than that of those who risk their lives to provide the very freedoms we often take for granted. Below are 5 very distinct groups of people wh...
2017-05-2307 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #86: How losing it all, helped gain everything with @hhavenwoodEpisode #86: Heather Ann Havenwood, CEO of Havenwood Worldwide, LLC and Chief Sexy Boss shares her entrepreneurial journey. What you will learn in this episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast: >>The importance of the journey, not the destination >>How to rebound after failure >>Where to find opportunity >>The importance of mindset to create success >>How to become a Sexy Boss Go to www.douglasjfoley.com/86 to get the complete show notes and exclusive bonuses from Heather!
2017-05-1634 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #85: The Secret to a Better Quality (And Quantity) Life w. @douglasjfoleyHere are the shortcuts to creating a better quality life: Start valuing your time, and what it is worth. Here are 5 Things you can do to create a better quality and quantity of life: 1. Sell your junk - use craigslist, eBay, Kijiji, or a Garage Sale - you're goal is between $1,000 - $1,500 2. Ask for a raise - find out how you can provide more value, over deliver, and ask for fair compensation 3. Cut wasteful spending - get rid of unused memberships (like the gym you haven't seen in 6 months) 4. Barter - how can you exchange services to do more of...
2017-05-0911 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #84: How To Change The World One Story At A Time w. @NikkiGroom #HappinessOfPursuit #Podcast"I refuse to accept defeat" - Nikki Groom One of my favorite questions to ask my guests is "If you could go back to the beginning of your journey, what advice would you give yourself?"... Nikki's answer was simple, "I wouldn't". She values the journey so much, that she would rather relive the entrepreneurial journey. She is now known for being a "message shaper for movement makers." NIKKI GROOM is a digital marketer, brand strategist, and content marketing expert for business leaders and entrepreneurs who want to build a successful business while making the world a better place. She is...
2017-05-0249 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #83: The Secret Behind Disruptive Billion Dollar Businesses with @JaySamit"Jay Alan Samit is a dynamic entrepreneur and 'intrepreneur' who is widely recognized as one of the world’s leading experts on disruption and innovation. He launches billion dollar businesses, transforms entire industries, revamps government institutions, and for over three decades continues to be at the forefront of global trends...(read more)" A little over a week ago, I had shared one of the lessons from Disrupt You on Instagram, when Jay Samit reached out to me to say thank you. Less than a week later, I had the opportunity to interview him on The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast. Through Di...
2017-04-2548 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP # 82: 3 Keys to Scale a Business: Money, Motivation, & Mindset w. @douglasjfoleyI recently had an opportunity to speak at an AGM to help kick off a new business unit. During my research for the keynote, I looked how successful businesses were able to scale and the common traits behind their founders. After reviewing over 75 interviews and reading 50+ books on entrepreneurship, personal development and motivation, I kept coming back to three simple principles: Money, Motivation, and Mindset. Click here to get the full show notes: www.douglasjfoley.com/82
2017-04-1805 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #80: The Greatest Lessons in Entrepreneurship from Sergio Garcia's Masters WinIn an 18 year professional career, marked by four runner-up finishes, two of which were decided by playoffs, and years of criticism and personal struggle; Sergio Garcia finally won his first major at The Masters. What was astounding about his win, wasn't the years of heartbreak, or even the underdog story in itself, he was actually a favorite in most odds. It was the fact that Sergio Garcia never gave up, and not just in this tournament, but in his pursuit of a major championship. Here is a quick snapshot of Sergio Garcia's near Major Championship Wins: >>1999 PGA Championship - finished...
2017-04-1005 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #80: How To Rewire Your Brain For Success with Colette Streicher"Happiness is undervalued in our lives...we value hardwork and success, but none of those are possible without happiness" - Colette Streicher I recently finished reading "Stealing Fire" by Steven Kotler and Jamie Wheal. The book is about "Silicon Valley executives like Eric Schmidt and Elon Musk, Special Operators like the Navy SEALs and the Green Berets, and maverick scientists like Sasha Shulgin and Amy Cuddy have turned everything we thought we knew about high-performance upside down." Within minutes of talking to Colette Streicher, I saw an instant connection to how high performers are using a heightened state of consciousness...
2017-04-0238 min
Happiness of PursuitHow To Write Your Own Success Story w. @mariewiese #Entrepreneur #ContentMarketingThe Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #79 How To Write Your Own Success Story with Marie Wiese, Founder of Marketing CoPilot I knew this podcast episode was going to be great... A Canadian, Content Marketer, Best Selling Author and Entrepreneur - that's a recipe for a perfect guest and Marie Wiese didn't disappoint! In this episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast, Marie Wiese talks about her entrepreneurial journey and how she was able to literally write her own success story. After being gifted a typwriter when she was a little girl by her grandmother, that gift for storytelling, led...
2017-03-2833 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP # 78: How to get more out of life, push harder, and become a beast w. @lonnieogulnickLearn how to get more out of life, push harder, and become a beast. If you're not happy with your life, take a look at the people your hanging out with. One of my favorite questions to ask guests is; "what is the advice you would give your younger self before getting started?"... This week's guest wrote an entire book distilling that information. Lonnie Gordon Ogulnick is the founder of Gordon Wealth Management and author of 'The Heart of the Beast.' His book "teaches you the strategies to find and unleash the beast inside of you—on every level, fr...
2017-03-2033 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #77 The Safest Way to Become an Entrepreneur w. Karem Kalin"You can’t get to the end without going through the middle" I had the privilege of meeting Karem Kalin at a local entrepreneur breakfast where we heard Dragon Den Host (aka Dragon) and Best-selling Author of "The Wealthy Barber," David Chilton speak. What was more interesting after getting to know Karem, she was actually pitched her business idea on Dragons Den (for my American listeners, that's the Canadian version of Shark Tank). What was even more surprising, was Karem's keen ability to take action. The entire goal of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast was to inspire people to take ac...
2017-03-1332 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #76: How to write your own success story with @imajadams"You're not a passive character in your success story, you're the author!" I came across AJ's work on Instagram and knew instantly that he was going to be a perfect guest for the show... Impacted so deeply by the tragedy at Columbine, AJ was literally shocked into action. Working humbly as a janitor and struggling to put food on the table AJ tapped into the passion for helping people, that he started a public speaking career that now has him traveling the world. For many of us, change is difficult, so much so that it becomes paralyzing. One of the...
2017-03-0731 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #75: How Focusing on Value Can Triple (3x) Your Business with @JenerationPRSuccess meant being able to control my own time The hardest part of starting a business is finding customers. The second hardest part of a business is parting ways with a client. This past year, JenerationPR tripled their business, yes 3x, and Jen Berson attributes that success by parting ways with her first, and longest standing client. For most people, that would sound absolutely insane. Yet, when you take a deep honest look at your life and your business, you need to get clear about what's holding you back and where you can deliver value. Throughout this episode, Jen shares...
2017-02-2743 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #74: The Underdog's Secret to Winning: Momentum w. @douglasjfoleyThe Underdog's Secret To Winning... One simple word: Momentum Regardless if you're a fan of sports or not, what happened in Super Bowl 51 was one of the greatest comebacks in history...(well except for when the New York Giants came back to beat the Patriots in Super Bowl 48, but I'm a giants fan!) Halfway through the third quarter of Super Bowl 51, my wife said to me “This game seems pretty boring…” Without even knowing it, my reply would have nearly predicted the future, “It’s Tom Brady, all you have to do is watch the 4th quarter…” What Tom Brady accomplished i...
2017-02-2106 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #73: How Gloria Rand is Killing it with CopywritingGloria Rand has built an incredible business by focusing on copyrighting. In this episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast, Gloria Rand shares how she did it. As an internationally known Leading Expert in SEO Copywriting and Social Media Marketing, entrepreneurs and small business owners call upon her to help them overcome their biggest internet marketing challenges and create an online presence that dramatically improves their leads and sales. The power of what Gloria teaches has helped her clients from around the globe including North America, United Kingdom, Italy and Japan (more here)... BONUS: Gloria is constant putting on HIGH-VALUE...
2017-02-1424 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #72: Why you need to enjoy the journey, not the destination with Wilson Horrell"It wasn't until I was alone, with the gun on the table when I realized I had hit bottom..." -Wilson Horrell It's hard for me not to start every single episode with "I was blown away by this guest..." Podcasting has been one of the most powerful gifts when it comes to my personal development. I have the opportunity to share some of the most powerful and vulnerable stories that are beyond inspiring. When I started The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast, I wanted to inspire people to find happiness in the pursuit of their dreams by taking action. In this...
2017-02-0724 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #71: 5 Questions to Help You Find Your Passion with @douglasjfoley #MotivationThis past year I had the incredible opportunity to interview Jeff Hoffman, founder of Priceline.com on Episode #42 on The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast. It was a conversation that would change my life and helped me understand what is possible when you find your passion and take action. When I asked Jeff why he chose to become an entrepreneur and what he was most passionate about? His answer shocked me. He always had a dream to visit every country in the world, Jeff always had a dream to visit every country in the world. One day while at his office...
2017-01-2905 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #70: How to build an online business from scratch"The knowledge you need is everywhere around you..." Imagine building a business so you could be home with your kids, have time freedom, and a decent predictable income...then one day in a single email and it is all gone! That's what happened to this episode's guest! John Lagoudakis is constantly seeking opportunity. In 1999 he built an IT business to help companies with Y2K. Following that business, he built an affiliate marketing business so he could spend more time with his family, at least until catastrophic changes in Google's ad platform literally killed the business overnight. Today, John is...
2017-01-2432 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #69: How To Get Out Of A Rut with Barbara Siemen @TheChickWire"Stop the excuses...go do what you love! I just signed up for an adult dance class, and I suck at dancing" Imagine building a blog, a social media following, and a highly engaged audience - and then receiving a letter from a Fortune 100 business telling you to shut it all down... That is exactly what happened to Barara Siemen, and her first blog "Farm Barbie". Her original blog shared her life "on the farm" and her name was "Barbara", so "Farm Barbie" was a perfect fit - unless your Mattel! After a tough legal battle, Barbra had no choice...
2017-01-1727 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #68: How to Start a Business by Accident w. Kris Reid (@coolestGuyInSEO)How to Start a Business by Accident: The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #68 with Kris Reid, "The Coolest Guy in SEO" and Founder of Ardor Media Factory. There's a theme amongst many of this show's guests... "Well after I lost my job in 2008..." Like millions of others, I lost my job in 2008 as a result of the economy downturn. I was fortunate to find another job quickly, but part of me wonders if I had taken the leap into entrepreneurship sooner what life would look like today? Fortunately, this episode's guest took that leap and has built an incredibly...
2017-01-0926 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #67: How To Make New Year Resolutions StickIt's that time of year again... Everyone is excited about a "new year, new me". The gyms are full, people are positive, and productivity is at an all-time high...at least until Friday. I want this year to be the year that you not only keep that New Years Resolution - but start with one big enough to make meaningful change in your life that will carry you beyond 2017. Here are three simple tips to help. How to make your New Years Resolution Stick. [To get the full show notes visit www.douglasjfoley.com/67] 1. STOP CALLING IT "NEW YEARS RESOLUTION."...
2017-01-0310 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #66: How to beat procrastination with Jonathan Bowles (@JonathanBowles)The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast - Episode #66 with Jonathan Bowles The Best Way to Beat Procrastination "The Slingshot Show is a challenge to think differently, live adventurously & join an ever-growing network of friends that are fearlessly pursuing their dreams. It will awaken you spiritually and help you find your tribe. Jonathan Bowles is a spiritual pirate and professional encourager. He is a speaker, a coach, and loves to start new things." For those of you who have been following the show for a while, you know that taking action, is one of the core principals we explore. In this episode...
2016-12-2035 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #65: How to bounce back from anything (even the darkest of days) with Michael Weinberger"It takes such little effort to have such a profound affect on your own life..." Every once in a while you come across someone who completely blows your mind - this interview was one of those times! In this episode, I interview Michael Weinberger, who took his life struggle with bipolar, suicide and addiction and turned it into a business, A Plan for Living, that helps people make the progress they need to turn their life around. "A Plan for Living was developed by Michael Weinberger a software engineer who put his own life back on track using these strategies...
2016-12-0640 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #64: How to beat burnout and defeat depression w. Victoria Klein"Always follow your curiosity - follow the excitement" First and foremost, I have an incredible amount of respect for all of the brave men and women in uniform who serve to protect our freedoms every day. Even more important, are the men and women who support them at home - and today's guest is a military life who found a way to beat the burnout and defeat depression. VK helps ambitious entrepreneurs organize, prioritize, + delegate seamlessly so they can regain their freedom to take a real, non-working vacation anytime they want to. She accomplishes this with the Behind the Boss...
2016-11-2836 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #63: How decluttering your life will lead to big wins w. Julie Caraccio @ReawakeBrillian"Follow your heart and you will unlock amazing possibilities" I have to make a confession... I had never heard of a CPO before, yet when Julie Coraccio shared her perspective on why she chose to the title of "Cheif Possibility Officer" it all came together. Julie is an award-winning professional organizer, author and certified life coach in Raleigh, NC. She is passionate about supporting people in creating the life they choose, deserve and desire. She also hosts the popular weekly podcast "Clearing the Clutter Inside & Out." Julie is passionate about supporting you in getting organized and clearing clutter so you...
2016-11-2131 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #62: How to Turn Fear into Your Friend with Kaitlyn Hatch"I apply everything I've done, to what I'm going to do next!" I have a big confession to make... Before I interviewed Kaitlyn, I had no idea what a "Creative Polymath" was! After understanding her wide range of experiences, skills and knowledge it is probably one of the most fitting terms I have ever heard (to find out, listen in around the 1:30 mark). Throughout the interview, Kaitlyn shared how each one of her seemingly odd jobs and education prepared her for the next step in love. That willingness to learn, grow and embrace fear was a huge part of her...
2016-11-1436 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP # 61: The Career Advice You NEED to hear with David MarianoI'm excited to interview all of my show guests, but when David sent me his bio I knew I was going to be in for a great show... Like me, David is building his podcast and business after hours, while working a full-time job. This story is a common thing we have seen amongst podcast guests, however, what is unique about David's story is how he turned a simple question that he was asked by friends and peers into a growing business. If you are thinking about starting a business on the side, or wonder what it really takes, then...
2016-10-3130 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #60: How to make a living doing what you love with Christien LouviereHow to make a living from your expertise with Christien Louviere CEO of SellPersonal "Everybody has an expertise in something - now go out and monetize yours." Forget the resume! Forget the 9-to-5! We live in a digital world and if you don't have a personal brand you are going to be left behind... This week's guest, Christien Louviere, has built a business around helping people establish their personal brands and enabled them to monetize their expertise. What blew me away with Christien, was how found this journey and he himself realized that he could monetize his very own expertise...
2016-10-2230 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #59: How to get unstuck and unleash your humble badass w. @mattbivensHow to get unstuck and unleash your humble badass with Matthew Bivens Matthew Bivens helps men and women who feel like they are living at the cusp of their greatness, gain the B.A.L.A.N.C.E. needed for sustainability, and create a life where they feel like they are "Having It A.L.L.". "Having It A.L.L." means having an Abundant Loving Life. It's feeling a sense of unconditional Love and experiencing true Abundance in the 7 most important areas of Life. Matthew Biven's intro almost says it "ALL" - Abundant Loving Life... Throughout this interview...
2016-10-1838 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #58: The secret to personal and professional growth w. Sunniva HoltI was introduced to Sunniva by show favorite, Regan Hillyer who appeared on Episode #31, so I knew that she was going to be a great fit for the show, and she hit it out of the park (sorry, for the baseball analogy, but I still pumped about the Toronto Blue Jays postseason success). Sunniva Hold is a serial entrepreneur, property developer, coach, speaker, social media queen and author of "The Hustle Life" (a must read). She is also a self-made multi-millionaire by the age of 30, and uses her expertise to teach people around the world how to accelerate their levels...
2016-10-1126 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #57: How to find and follow your inner voice with Laura Powers (@thatlaurapowers)Have you ever had a moment in your life, where you had this voice inside your head trying to guide you? You have two options - ignore and accept the outcome (and usually end up kicking yourself for 'not trusting your gut'), or embrace it and 'follow your heart'... This episode's guest has made a living from listening to these voices and helping people to communicate with spirits. When Laura first reached out to me, I was so drawn to her work. Honestly, I think everyone I know has a ghost story or two, so naturally, I had to ask...
2016-10-0333 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #56: How finding a mentor can change your life with Jacqui GreenHow a trip into the jungle completely changed Jacqui Greene's life "Find someone in your life that is going to keep you accountable and stop procrastinating..." There's a recurring theme amongst my show guests about taking action and when Jacqui Greene met a crossroads in her life she decided to take a trip into the jungle to find out who she really was. In her introduction, Jacqui shares what led to her decision, but more importantly how choosing to take that trip - even though it was dangerous - led to an awakening and inspired her to write her first...
2016-09-2536 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #55: How to break free from 9-5 and be the ultimate man w. Richard Phu @UManCoachingHow to break free from the 9-to-5 and find a fulfilling career "80% of our worries will never come true - Richard Phu @UManCoaching When I was researching Richard Phu before this interview, I was instantly drawn to his content. The content itself is incredible, but if you want to see how to create a professional brand for yourself, it is one of the best I have seen. Richard is an International Best-Selling Author, International Speaker, Mindset Coach and Podcast Host. He helps transform Achievers who feel behind in life to become unstoppable to reach the next level. In this episode...
2016-09-1832 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP # 54: How BJ Harrison built a business reading for Audible"You don't need permission to be who you are" - BJ Harrison When I was doing my research for this interview I wasn't really sure what to expect. The story that BJ Harrison shared with me during this episode of The Happiness of Pursuit podcast, really surprised me. It is one of the most unexpecting professions you could possibly think of when it comes to the world of online business. BJ Harrison mastered by simply taking his love for classic literature took his love for classic literature and turned it into a podcast called "Classic Tales," BJ Harrison created the "...
2016-09-1531 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #53: The Most Epic Podcast of All Time with @averagejoemoney Host of Stacking Benjamins"Feel the fear and do it anyways" - Joe Saul-Sehy, Host of Stacking Benjamins Podcast I have a big confession to make... Before recording this episode, I was really struggling with what was next with The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast, do I continue, do I pack it in, do I take some time off? Fortunately, I interviewed Joe Saul-Sehy, and was instantly motivated by his story. "At age 40 I sold my successful business...even though things were going really well. I was inspired by a mentor who was actually younger than me who said, "I have other mountains to climb."...
2016-08-2843 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #52: Why you need to avoid purple sweaters with @MattMcWilliams2I had an opportunity to talk with Matt McWilliams a few times before having him on the podcast, as well as participating in a number of affiliate launches for some of his clients. For those of you who don't know what an affiliate launch is, he explains it around the 5-minute mark of this episode, but for those reading, it is essentially a team of people (affiliates) who are paid a commission for promoting your product. Matt's story blew me away because the big aha moment when he knew he needed to build his own business came down to a...
2016-08-2247 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #51: How breaking the rules will unlock your full potential w. Charlene Gilman"Charlene Gilman is a Business Executive Sage, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster dedicated to helping executives, business owners, entrepreneurs and organizations around the country to create an evolving roadmap to achieving their business goals! Read more about her elite organization here: Executive Edgeworks." I was excited to interview Charlene as soon as I read the title of our recent book, "Wake Up, Break the Rules. It's time to man up and live your destined life." The fact that the title was so bold, I knew we were going to have a powerful conversation, and we did! Charlene went deep into how...
2016-08-1524 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #50: From near suicide to complete freedom and a 6-figure business (in 3 years)Normally, when I interview guests, there is a typical pattern that goes something like this; they went to school, graduated from university, realized they picked the wrong career and hate the field they are in, and then quit to pursue their passion. Today could not be further from that pattern! Today's guest opens with a story about finding love, or so she thought and being left to fend for herself and her children with absolutely nothing - literally begging for just enough money to be passed under the basement door - where she had been relegated too - just to...
2016-08-0826 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #49: How Jordan Strauss survived 2 strokes and now focuses on helping others change their lifeWhen I doing the research for this interview, I was so humbled by Jordan's story... At the age of 31, Jordan suffered from 2 strokes - 2 strokes! The same day I interviewed Jordan I was complaining about my 1 1/2 hour commute and this interview was EXACTLY what I needed to help me reset my thinking - to be grateful for the gifts I have, and the gifts I have to share with others. What was even more surprising, was how Jordan kept his focus on building his business to teach people how to play guitar... After years of being told that I could...
2016-08-0224 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #48: Daniel Amenduri turned a $1,200 investment into a $1.1 Million business in 18 monthsIf you follow me on Instagram (@douglasjfoley), you will know how much I hate our education system, and how broken I feel it is... Go to school, get good grades, find a "stable job", save 10% and retire...that works great if you want a mediocre life - I know I sure don't! Today's has encouraged and helped thousands of individuals pursue their own life's passion, and if possible, monetize their interest in order to do what they love. When Daniel shared his numbers, I was so blown away, I had to get him to repeat the growth of his business...
2016-07-2540 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #47: How to have and be whatever you want in life with Drew TaddiaImagine this...you have a dream of becoming professional baseball player - but live in a country that can only play baseball 4 months out of the year, meanwhile everyone else you are competing against for a spot is playing 10, and often 12 months a year... So what do you do? You dream so big and work hard enough that failure is never an option! Today's guest did just that, and went on to be known as the 'go-to' guy regarding fitness and nutrition and has built an incredible company around helping people to reduce stress, avoid toxins and stand out from...
2016-07-1830 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP # 46: How Celeste Rains-Turk built a fitness business by changing the rulesThe very first time I had an opportunity to talk with Celeste, I was completely blown away by how positive her attitude was. For most of us, we avoid starting a business because "someone is already doing it", or "that's a crowded market"... For this episode's guest, she didn't care - she just went for it 110%! She is the youngest entrepreneur we have had on this show and at 19 years old, has already built an exploding business by sharing her passion for fitness and mindset. She didn't even think about how competitive the online health space was - she just...
2016-07-1129 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #45: How to find happiness at work by embracing the suck with Nick SteeleAfter having the opportunity to Interview Nick Steele about how he got out of Las Vegas and living from one payday loan to another to find happiness in his career, my mind was blown! His story could easily be made into a Hollywood Romantic Comedy or prequel to "This is 40"...(Seth Rogan as the lead obviously...) In this interview, Nick shares an incredibly intimate story about how he got his start in radio, met his future wife and how rolling the dice and submitting a resume with Superman in the background completely turned his life around. That choice led to...
2016-06-2731 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #44: Happiness is a choice with Maura SweeneyAuthor, Podcaster, International Speaker and Huffington Post Blogger, Maura Sweeney is the officially trademarked Ambassador of Happiness. Featured on NBC-TV, Britain's BBC and over 100 media outlets in the U.S. and abroad, Maura is also a lecturer on topics of Influence and Leadership. Engaged in a vocation she says required a half century of preparation, Maura now inspires others to become their biggest, happiest and most authentic selves. The former corporate manager, business co-owner and home schooling mom has traveled to nearly 60 countries. Passionate about people from every background, she shares stories that unite rather than divide and helps us...
2016-06-2033 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #43: Why you need to focus on perfecting one skill to get ahead in life and business"I own my outcomes" In this episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast, Robin Camarote shares her amazing story about how she committed to writing daily, and how that led to her writing a book and starting her own business. What will you learn on this episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast: -The importance of taking action -How to take ownership; "I own my outcomes" -How Robin made the transition to her own business without burning any bridges -How to build a powerful support network To get all the details from this show and a link to connect with...
2016-06-1333 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #42: How to make a career change at any age to follow your dreams"If I couldn't make it to the 6th floor, how was I ever going to make it to 50 countries?" - Jeff Hoffman A little over 9 months ago, I stumbled across a podcast interview on Inside Quest with Jeff Hoffman (which you can find right here). Before the interview started I had no idea who Jeff Hoffman was - after the interview was over I would never forget the lessons he shared! That 5o minute interview completely changed the direction of my life, how I approached my career, and how I looked at the opportunity entrepreneurship offers to the world. That 5...
2016-06-0746 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #41: How saying yes led to a dream career wrestling and studying sharksI originally reached out to Elliot after seeing a photo of him catching a massive 500lbs shark from the beach... What I learned next absolutely shocked me. Elliot has some of the most insane stories I have ever heard, from spending 8 days at sea in a raft, to being headbutted by a 10 foot Tiger shark. "If his mouth was open instead of shut, I wouldn't be here today..." In this episode Elliot shares a ton of great stories that all come back to the core lesson of finding your passion, taking action and saying "yes" - in a short sentence, "...
2016-05-3038 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP Bonus Episode: The Most Simple Way to Build a Successful BusinessIf you ask an underdog why the succeeded, the likely answer... they didn't have a choice! In this bonus episode of The Happiness of Pursuit podcast, I'm going to share some of the insights I gained after 7 years of procrastination and failure and how you can set yourself up for success. What can you learn from this episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast: I wanted to distil these lessons into something that you can apply immediately to build a successful business, and start living the lifestyle of your dreams. IMPORTANT: You MUST write these down - it’s far mo...
2016-05-2409 min
Happiness of PursuitHow to Help Fort McMurray Wildfire Victims #FortMacFireCould you imagine being told you have 15 minutes to pack up everything you own, and get out of your house, never to return? This is the exact circumstance that nearly, 100,000 Canadians were dealing with over the past week as wildfires ravaged through Fort McMurray, Alberta. As we wrapped up our Mother's Day celebrations, my wife and I were talking about what we would grab if we were told we had 15 minutes. It takes us more than 15 minutes to just our 2 kids out of the house, let alone gather up our personal belongings. The best we could come up with was...
2016-05-0905 min
Happiness of PursuitHow to make your passion your career with the right mindset w. @NikkiBGolfOne of the most common questions I get when someone new I meet learns that I played Division I Golf in College is "Why didn't I pursue a career in golf?" A little over 10 years has gone by - and now I finally have the answer! I didn't have the right mindset. Fortunately over the last 10 years, through a lot of trial and error, I have been able to get a better understanding of the basics around what is needed to be successful in every aspect of my life. Today's guest has mastered that at such an early point in...
2016-05-0229 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #37: How to turn your passion into a wildly successful businessThis episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast is probably one of the best yet! "If you decide you can, or you decide you can't - you're right!" Personally, I got to re-connect with an old friend, who helped me survive physics and economics and for all of you, she shares some business secrets that you can implement immediately to not only make your businesses successful but help you find happiness. One of my favourite things about this podcast is having the opportunity to reconnect with old friends, and in today's episode, I have the privilege of interviewing Jennifer Broxterman...
2016-04-2544 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #36: How Marriage, Entrepreneurship and a Newborn Can Co-ExistMorgan and Brad Robinson are both couples therapists and entrepreneurs who have founded Marriage Solutions, Cash Practice Blueprint, and the Automated Therapist. They also have an infant, who has posed similar challenges that I dealt with the last few months in their life and business. We talk openly about how they are coping with the changes and how you too can find ways for entrepreneurship, your marriage, and your children to co-exist. What will you learn in today's episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast? -The importance of communication, especially listening -How to take risks and survive -Why "niching" down...
2016-04-1843 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #35: How to effectively communicate across generations with Jessica StollingsHave you ever been in a meeting with a boss, or colleague that is much older (or much younger), and you just can't seem to get your point across? No matter which angle you try to take there seems to be this wall that neither side can break through. This is exactly how Jessica Stollings started her career. When she launched her career, she couldn't understand the lack of feedback she was looking for from her boss, and when she did get feedback it made her seem as if she was a complete failure. That led to a unique journey...
2016-03-1442 min
Happiness of PursuitHOP #34: How to overcome rejection with NY Times Best Selling Author, @MichaelPortHave you ever had a big idea that you knew would completely change your life, and years went by and you "wish" you followed through on it? You're not alone. I have spent the last 7 years failing, or giving a half-assed effort to pursuing my dreams. It wasn't until I committed to going all in when I launched this podcast did I finally realize the importance of taking action. What held me back? The fear of rejection! I was afraid of what people might think of my idea, my perspective, or not even know what a podcast was. Today's guest...
2016-02-291h 00
Happiness of PursuitHOP #33: How to make more money, find true love, and overcome any obstacleI know it must be getting old; every week I say 'I'm so pumped,' or 'excited' and 'honoured' to introduce the guest...This week is no different. I have a fellow South Ontario Native joining me on the show, Craig Ballantyne. He is the author of The Perfect Day Formula, and incredibly inspiring entrepreneur with a massive goal to change the lives of 10 million people. I was so inspired and impressed with his Perfect Day Formula I put together this unboxing video (https://youtu.be/VW0VhU0BFlE). In this episode we, go really deep on a number of...
2016-02-2245 min