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SuccessQuestNever Fight Alone: Helping Teens with Shelomo SolsonShelomo Solson is the founder of Teenage Impact. When you look or talk to him, he seems motivated and confident. He wasn’t always like this. Below is his condensed story – the story of an underdog.Shelomo was bullied starting in 3rd grade. He dreaded going to school for ten years because of it. He was bullied for his accent, ethnicity, religion, athleticism, weight, height, the clothes he wore, not having a girlfriend, the list can goes on.Sometimes he would come home with bruises crying. He didn’t want to defend himself or tell an adu...
2020-10-0129 minSuccessQuestTake Some Time - Gain ClarityToday, we’re taking a break from our usual 40 minute interviews. Instead, I invite you to spend the extra time you have to sit down and gain some clarity into the steps you need to take to reach your goals. You got this!
2020-09-1002 minSuccessQuestBecoming a Thought Leader with Adam MendlerAdam Mendler is the Chief Executive Officer of The Veloz Group, where he co-founded and oversees ventures across a wide variety of industries: Beverly Hills Chairs, a leading office furniture e-tailer; Custom Tobacco, a one-of-a-kind cigar customization e-commerce platform; and Veloz Solutions, a technology consulting and software development practice. Adam remains active in each portfolio company, providing strategic guidance and support. Adam also provides business thought leadership as a speaker to businesses, universities and non-profit organizations; as the host of the leadership and personal / professional development podcast Thirty Minute Mentors; as an expert regularly cited in national media outlets...
2020-09-0337 minSuccessQuestCommercial Real Estate Investing with Paul MooreAfter graduating with an engineering degree and then an MBA from Ohio State, Paul entered the management development track at Ford Motor Company in Detroit. After five years, he departed to start a staffing company with a partner. They scaled and sold the company to a publicly traded firm five years later. After a brief “retirement”, Paul began investing in real estate in 2000 to protect and grow his own wealth.He completed over 85 real estate investments and exits, appeared on HGTV’s House Hunters, rehabbed and managed dozens of rental properties, built a number of new homes, and de...
2020-08-2729 minSuccessQuestContent Marketing & Personal Branding with Maeva CifuentesMaeva is the founder of a content marketing agency that focuses on creating user-focused and SEO-driven content. They get to know target customers and their real pain points instead of guessing based on a marketer's hunch. With empathy and educational content, they help businesses become a trusted authority in their niche.Episode highlights:Cultural exposure is important! If you can, visit another country or learn another language. It will change the way you see the world. With PPC ads, you have to pay to get traffic. With content, you don’t. Talk to your customer support and...
2020-08-2041 minSuccessQuestWinning the Game of Work with Terry McDougallTerry Boyle McDougall is an executive coach, speaker and author of Winning the Game of Work: Achieving Career Happiness and Success on Your Own Terms. She specializes in working with high- achieving leaders who are successful but not satisfied. Terry relies on both formal training as a coach and firsthand experience as a corporate leader to support her clients as they work towards their goals.Prior to launching her coaching practice in 2017, Terry was a marketing leader within the financial services industry for 21 years. During her corporate career she led high-performing teams, developed and executed on marketing...
2020-08-1332 minSuccessQuestBuilding Companies and Raising Capital with Nicholas HinrichsenOur guest today is Nicholas Hinrichsen, a Stanford MBA who built a digital platform for used car sales in 2013. He raised $2M in seed funding from angel investors and the startup accelerator YCombinator by 2015. After doing a pivot in the business model, sales took off and Nicholas and his co-founder Chris Coleman raised a $8M venture capital round.In 2017, the two founders sold their business to Carvana, which was growing at a rapid pace. Nicholas and Chris stayed at Carvana for three years to see their vision come to fruition and left June of this year to star...
2020-08-0641 minSuccessQuestBecome the best human you can with Sam Lister of Starting BlankSam is the founder and owner of Blank Slate Media and the host of the Starting Blank Podcast. He is only 20 years old, and has found incredible business success. Sam is one of my favorite content creators on LinkedIn. In this episode, we talk aboutPivoting shouldn't be a new thing. Businesses should pivot all the time. TEST. Sam has tested so many different things in order to find success. The power of networking and how to network correctly. The quickest way to fail and hate your life is to live for the money. Do what you love and...
2020-07-3042 minSuccessQuestPositive, Passionate, Purposeful Existence with Shawn AndersonAbout Shawn:Shawn is a #1 ranked motivational author, unlimited thinker, and lifetime entrepreneur with a history of inspiring others. A seven-time author, Shawn is also the creator of Extra Mile Day...a day recognizing the power we each have to create positive change when we "go the extra mile." (On 11/1/19, 533 cities made the declaration and recognized local extra-mile heroes.)Shawn walks his talk. Besides having inspired tens of thousands through his speaking and writing (including an inspirational speaking tour in the Philippines attended by 20,000 attendees), Shawn’s built a million dollar company, pedaled a bike solo a...
2020-07-2340 minSuccessQuestPivoting during times of difficulty with Sam KamaniAbout Sam:Sam is the Co-founder and CEO of ProductDone. Since graduating in Computer Science, he has worked in three continents and before starting ProductDone he was working with startups in New Zealand and USA.H frequently speaks at business events about Startups, Entrepreneurship, Gaming/eSports, Growth, Scaling, Digital Marketing and Customer Acquisition. He is also Co-author of the Amazon Bestselling book “The 30 Day Startup”.Follow SamPersonal WebsiteLinkedInProductDone Website30 Day Startup BookBusiness in The Time of Corona: How to pivot your career or startup and succeed in disruptionFollow Jacob:We...
2020-07-1640 minSuccessQuestHow to Heal - Mental Health with Jessi BeyerAbout Jessi:Jessi Beyer is a speaker, #1 best-selling author, and mental health advocate who's on a mission to help those around her design lives they love waking up to.Jessi believes that discussions are the missing ingredient in removing the stigma surrounding mental health. Because of this, she’s on a mission to help those around her feel valid, heard, and appreciated in their mental health struggles and know they’re not alone.Follow JessiWebsiteFacebookInstagramPinterestFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:We...
2020-07-0931 minSuccessQuestCome Home to Yourself with Cuyla CooganAbout Cuyla:I cured my anxiety disorder and now I am a Queer Life Coach and Motivational Speaker, helping queer leaders unlock themselves so they can unlock their life.But really what I do is I help people COME ALIVE!!!In this episode we talk aboutMindsetThoughtsAccepting yourselfComing home to yourselfAnxietyQuieting you mindBeing presentFollow CuylaWebsiteInstagramFacebookFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebook PageCommunity (Facebook Group)LinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestInstagram @MySuccessQuestSupport SuccessQuestWe work incredibly hard...
2020-07-0240 minSuccessQuestLeveraging Failure with Hayley LuckadooHayley started her entrepreneurial journey as a wedding planner, before opening a second business as well. She’s now a serial entrepreneur in the digital marketing space, and hosts her passion project, the Females On Fire podcast. Since she started out in business when she was still in college, she’s had a different business journey than most, and loves sharing her best advice for fellow entrepreneurs.More than that, she loves inspiring other women to not only succeed in business, but go after their biggest, wildest dreams and enjoys creating motivational content through vari...
2020-06-2534 minSuccessQuestPlant Based Diets and Nutrition with Marina Yanay-TrinerMarina is a whole food, plant based transformational wellness coach and recipe developer. She creates easy and delicious vegan recipes and shares the health benefits of a plant-based diet, focusing on evidence-based nutrition information.She supports her coaching clients in transitioning to plant based eating, and maintaining the lifestyle long term, combining nutrition and coaching education with transformational mindset work.As a transformational mindset coach, I also help my clients uncover and address the underlying blocks that hold them back from going plant based, and living the dream life the’ve always wanted, reminding them th...
2020-06-1839 minSuccessQuestIntentionality and Wellness with Shahab NilgiriShahab has been in the Fitness & Coaching industry for the past 7 years, and loves every minute of it. He takes care of peoples movement health by implementing the proper programming for their needs, as well as guide them through any mental blocks they might be facing. These could be blocks pertaining to their current routine, social circle, food, etc...With all this, He naturally fell into personal development and mindset coaching. He offers this in person, but mostly online so he can reach a wide variety of people. He believes that overall health starts in t...
2020-06-1148 minSuccessQuestWealth Perspective and Marketing with Naresh VissaNaresh Vissa is Founder and CEO of Krish Media & Marketing – a full service online and digital media and marketing agency. He has worked with leading publishers, media firms and institutions such as CNN Radio, JP Morgan Chase, EverBank, The Institute for Energy Research, Houston Rockets, Houston Astros, the American Junior Golf Association, Agora Publishing, and Stansberry Research.Naresh helped launch an online radio network generating six-figures in monthly revenue. He managed the production and marketing for the first online retail physical precious metals trading platform. He’s a #1 bestselling author of PODCASTNOMICS: The Book Of Podcasting… To Make Y...
2020-06-0442 minSuccessQuestOvercoming Adversity with Randy BrownRandy Brown successfully spins three plates in the world of speaking, writing, and basketball. His life has been highlighted in his new book, Rebound Forward, which details the unthinkable tragedy he and his family has faced. This adversity tangled with personal, emotional, mental, and professional hurdles have made him truly who he is today. In Rebound Forward he unashamedly writes in detail about his struggles, tears, successes and pursuit of purpose, holding back no punches.Randy Brown is a basketball lifer and ambassador. His 20-year college men’s coaching career is as diverse and successful as any. At...
2020-05-2141 minSuccessQuestOlympics, Real Estate, and Business with Hans StruzynaHans Struzyna Bio:In my 30 years on this planet, I‘ve learned a few lessons that I apply to everything I do. The first is that all goals must be written down and visible on a daily basis. The second is that there’s no such thing as overnight success and consistent work is the only path to success. Finally, everything is the way it is because someone made it that way. So to understand people is to understand the world. I‘ve applied these lessons to my 12 year rowing career culminating as a member of the...
2020-05-1441 minSuccessQuestHacking your Fear with Mike SzczesniakMike Szczesniak is the world’s leading high performance coach for Millennial Executives and Entrepreneurs. Having struggled with anxiety and panic attacks in his early 20s, Mike realized he had a very skewed view of what it really meant to be 'productive'.This set him on a path of personal growth, and ultimately led to his obsession with productivity and high performance.Through his content, speaking, and coaching, Mike helps his clients show up more powerfully and get to the next level. Period.Enjoy!Follow MikeWebsiteInstagramLinkedInThe Results Engine Podcast...
2020-05-0742 minSuccessQuestBeards, Fighting and Business with Erik AllenErik Allen is the Owner of Top Rated MMA. His wife and him have always had a passion to give back and have done several mission trips to build homes for those in need. Giving back is our passion and we believe the core values of MMA and that of our US veterans go hand in hand. That’s why at Top Rated MMA we proudly support and donate to Hire Heroes USA.Kalob and Erik discuss his incredible story, business, overcoming challenges, God spirituality and more. Enjoy!Follow ErikWebsiteTwitterInstagramBearded Biz Fac...
2020-04-3031 minSuccessQuestBeing a Jack of All Trades with Yuri BuzziYuri Buzzi is a lifestyle coach and creative director with a passion for photography and poetry. He works with everyone who wants to be more authentic, present and effective in their everyday life with family, friends, colleagues at work or in front of the camera for interviews, speech confidence for conferences and round tables.Enjoy!Follow Yuri Buzzi WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterPast Blogs:https://sheownsit.com/?s=barakonyhttp://www.servicebeforeselfleadership.com/sbslfeaturedblogsFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebook PageCommunity (F...
2020-04-2333 minSuccessQuestLeadership & Lifelong Learning with SJ BaraconySJ Barakony is a Serial Entrepreneur, Advisor, Futurist, Thought Leader, and Board Member with more than 8 years of success serving other entrepreneurs, self-employed individuals, and other varied institutions. His broad areas of expertise include entrepreneurship, replicative leadership, business development, and strategy. SJ has a passion for youth/teen entrepreneurs, start-ups, and family businesses.In this episode, Kalob and SJ discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, lifelong learning and more. Enjoy!Follow SJ Baracony Service Before LeadershipH7 NetworkLinkedInFor B2BPast Blogs:https://sheownsit.com/?s=barakonyhttp://www.servicebeforeselfleadership.com/sbslfeaturedblogsFollow Jacob:...
2020-04-1640 minSuccessQuestLive Vicariously Through Yourself with Angela MarshallAngela Marshall, is a positive words powerhouse who puts personal life experiences of struggle, strength and success to work for captive audiences and readers abroad. She speaks and writes with positive purpose and passion to motivate others while encouraging them through challenging times. Life has taken her on a journey which took three major turns; Reality, Rags and Riches, each leading to a road of exploration and discovery; each crafting her into the person that would become skillful at using life’s compass in navigating new directions and living vicariously through herself.Follow Angela Marshall WebsiteFacebookLinkedInTwitterInstagramF...
2020-04-0936 minSuccessQuestGoing All In with Ken Wentworth (Mr. Biz)For more than 20 years, Ken Wentworth, also known as Mr. Biz, has advised businesses – from Fortune 15 companies to startups – on how to establish a solid financial path. In this episode of SuccessQuest, he and Kalob discuss following your dreams, creating your perfect career, business and more. SMAC:Start with yes (don’t limit yourself).Model Expert Behavior.AccountabilityConsistent perseverance Follow Mr. Biz WebsiteFacebookLinkedInTwitterInstagramFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebook PageCommunity (Facebook Group)LinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestInstagram @MySuccessQuestSupport SuccessQuestWe work...
2020-04-021h 14SuccessQuestSelf-Worth | Alison Donaghey of Domino ThinkingAlison Donaghey is an international best-selling author, successful entrepreneur, and host of a popular online radio show turned podcast. Known for challenging people to reflect on new points of view; Alison has always had a natural gift to be able to hold space for both sides of a conversation without bias, judgment or opinions. She has started a movement and is proving that with the right mindset, anything is possible.On this episode of SuccessQuest, Kalob talks with Alison about mindset and self-worth. Enjoy!Follow Alison WebsiteDomino Thinking PodcastFacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramFollow Jacob:...
2020-03-2642 minSuccessQuestYour Brain Chemicals with Loretta BreuningLoretta Breuning: Study of the brain chemicals in animals and finding correlations in order to help us understand our brains more. Life is complicated, Loretta found that many children struggled in school in a similar way, mainly a lack of motivation. A motivation to do things that aren’t necessarily fun. The animal brain does what it needs for reward. In the modern world you can do a whole lot, for a reward, without the need to do very much.Loretta speaks on how the Society has made life easy and simple, yet we are...
2020-03-2434 minSuccessQuestSelf-Compassion | Kamini WoodKamini is the founder and CEO of Live Joy Your Way and the AuthenticMe® RiseUp program. An international best-selling author Kamini is driven to support both teens and adults struggling with perfectionism to let go of stress, overwhelm and anxiety. Kamini is a certified life coach, board-certified by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners, trained in conscious parenting and conscious uncoupling. Kamini aims to meet her clients where they are supporting and guiding them on their journey back towards inner confidence, energy and empowerment to be themselves both personally and professionally.In this episode of SuccessQuest, Kalob a...
2020-03-1940 minSuccessQuestLooking at the Markets | David MoadelDavid is an educator, investor and YouTuber. His YouTube Chanel has over 44K subscribers, and he teaches finances and investing with a focus on stocks and options trading. David and Jacob discuss investing in stocks, crypto currency, precious metals, and more. Enjoy!Follow David davidmoadel@gmail.comWebsiteYouTubeTwitterFacebookInstagramStockTwitsFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebook PageCommunity (Facebook Group)LinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestInstagram @MySuccessQuestSupport SuccessQuestWe work incredibly hard to create our podcast, newsletter, Facebook group and more. ALL of th...
2020-03-1254 minSuccessQuestCreating a Personal Brand | Bob MacintoshBob helps entrepreneurs get where they want to go and overcome the obstacles they've set in front of themselves. He is a successful entrepreneur and Author. In this episode, Kalob and Bob talk about creating a Personal brand, hustling and grinding, balance, and more. Enjoy!Follow Bob WebsiteFacebookInstagramFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebook PageCommunity (Facebook Group)LinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestInstagram @MySuccessQuestSupport SuccessQuestWe work incredibly hard to create our podcast, newsletter, Facebook group and more. ALL of...
2020-03-0639 min
SuccessQuestThe Art of Success - Live Event | Andrea Palten & Vinnie EnriquezCome join us as we discuss business, success, entrepreneurship, and whatever else comes up. Join in the conversation, and learn as much as you can!Our Panelists:Andrea Palten: Marketing Expert & Business Coach. Host of the Marketing Guide to Grow Your Business Podcast.Vinnie Enriquez: Real Estate Guru. Host of the Road to Growth Podcast.Jacob Harmon: Web Designer and Tech Wizard. Co-Host of the Success Quest Podcast.
2020-02-2758 min
SuccessQuestCounteracting Stress | Kevin RoseKevin Rose has been a Manual Therapist for twenty years, and logged over 30,000 hours of clinical practice. He works to empower people and help them counteract stress in their lives. He works closely with wild animals, and created The CATalyst, a human-wild animal interaction experience. In this episode, Kalob and Kevin talk about how to better handle stress.Follow Kevin WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterYouTubeFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebook PageCommunity (Facebook Group)LinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestInstagram @MySuccessQuestSupport SuccessQuestWe work incredibly h...
2020-02-2047 min
SuccessQuestMindset, Perspective & Hardship | Artisha Tyson-BoldingArtisha Bolding is a Georgia-based Empowerment Coach and Author. She is the Head of T Bold Media Group and is best known for her loud belly laughs and love of Truth. As a consultant and speaker, Artisha has spent the last decade providing relationship and spiritual advice to friends, clients and youth groups. In this episode of SuccessQuest, Kalob and Artisha talk about mindset, perspective, hardships, near death experiences, karma and more. Enjoy!Follow ArtishaWebsiteFacebookTwitterInstagramFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:...
2020-02-1337 min
SuccessQuestProfit, Purpose, & Pleasure | Kat McLeadKat McLead is a former dominatrix sex worker turned millionaire Stay at Home Mom who has run her own multiple 6 figure businesses out of her living room. She’s experienced severe abuse, changed her life, and followed her dreams. She currently helps fellow moms start fulfilling, profitable businesses. In this episode, Jacob talks to Kat about her story. Enjoy!Follow KatWebsiteFacebookFacebook GroupFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebook PageCommunity (Facebook Group)LinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestInstagram @MySuccessQuestSupport SuccessQuestWe wo...
2020-02-0644 min
SuccessQuestExperience is Greater Than Money | Nick D’UrsoNick D’Urso is living his dream life as he travels from Arizona to Argentina. He left his 6 figure job to travel the world, and wrote a book to help millennials control their money. Kalob and Nick discuss saving money, travel, experiences and more. Follow NickWebsite www.nickdurso.comInstagram @dursonjFacebookFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebook PageCommunity (Facebook Group)LinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestInstagram @MySuccessQuestSupport SuccessQuestWe work incredibly hard to create our podcast, newsletter, Facebook group and more. ALL o...
2020-01-3048 minSuccessQuestJust Be A Good Human | Laura BrandaoKalob enjoys a fun conversation with Laura J. Brandao, the President and the only woman partner of AFR, a national mortgage company. She holds many business and mortgage awards. They talk about women in business, being ambitious, living life backwards, networking, attitude, relationships and more.
2020-01-2343 min
SuccessQuestMarketing & Personal Branding | Andrea PaltenJacob talks to Andrea Palten about culture, communities, marketing, personal branding… oh yeah, and her gangster years :). After 18 years of corporate marketing & 10 years of consulting, Andrea packaged up her knowledge and started teaching it to consultants, coaches, and entrepreneurs!She's owned multiple businesses and knows what it takes to scale and grow a business the right way!Andrea PaltenAndrea’s Podcast: Marketing Guide to Grow your BusinessJacob’s Episode: Balancing your Side HustleShe is from Germany and immigrated to US as a teenager.Since she was the youngest, she learned English the fastest, and led the fa...
2020-01-1648 min
SuccessQuestFitness & Mindset | Adrienne RiveraKalob and Adrienne Rivera discuss fitness, mindset, love, motivation, priorities, relationships and more! Adrienne is a certified personal trainer and received her degree in psychology from Virginia Tech. She helps high-performing, spiritual people like you transform their relationships with food, fitness, and their significant other so that they can create more love in their lives.Show up for yourself!When you aren’t taking care of yourself, there is a lack of love. You need to show up for yourself! There needs to be intrinsic motivation. It can’t all come from a coach. When you show u...
2020-01-0940 min
SuccessQuestPodcasting and Communities | Rom Raviv of Spreading SuccessThis week we talk to top 100 podcaster, Rom Raviv. We talk about entrepreneurship, college, podcasting, podblade, and more. Enjoy the show! Welcome to 2020! Rom’s StoryRom is 19 years old. He’s currently a sophomore in college studying digital marketingHe has a top 100 podcast called Spreading SuccessHe noticed people like Gary Vee that were creating content. His dad was an entrepreneur, but his interest in Entrepreneurship came organically watching and listening to content. He has now started a company around podcastingCreating ContentSTART as early as possible. The earlier you start, the...
2020-01-0239 min
SuccessQuestMaking A Big Ask | Nicole Matthews - Henley CompanyHave you ever wanted something so bad that it’s all you could think about? Well, on this episode of SuccessQuest, Nicole Matthews will teach you how to accomplish your dreams. In fact, it’s as simple as asking :)Nicole’s StoryShe has been an entrepreneur since 2007.She was working in events and PR for a big law firm. She felt like she was in a wrong spot, and it took her 5 years to get out of her job. She started her business on the side and eventually went in full time. She founded Henley Co. They...
2019-12-2640 minSuccessQuestUtilizing your Brain's Full Potential | Odille RemmertOdille will take you on a journey to fully unlocking your brain’s potential! If you've been wondering how to overcome fears, past traumas, and overall change the way your brain works this is the podcast for YOU! Toward the end of 2015, at 51 years old, Odille was divorced, renting a room in a shared house in England, cleaning other people's houses, and still unable to pay her bills. This, after a lifetime of struggle (financial and emotional), including extraordinary failures, fibromyalgia, IBS, and suicidal plans.In 2016, not only was she able to pay her bills, but she'd also tra...
2019-12-1940 min
SuccessQuestChange Your Life | Lynda Sunshine WestIn this episode we jump into the shoes of Lynda Sunshine West whose upbringing led to an incredible amount of fear and anxiety. Yet through those hardships she rose and became the success she is today! Listen closely and take notes! She has changed her life and soon she may change yours. Lynda’s StoryGrowing up Father her was an Alcoholic which affected the family both physically and mentally. She grew up with fears of being ridiculed, judged, and abused. At 5 years old she ran away for an entire week to escape. And when she...
2019-12-1242 minSuccessQuestLeadership | Scott McCarthy - Moving Forward LeadershipIn this episode we dive DEEP into how to improve our leadership skills! Scott has been in the military from the moment he was graduating high school. Having served 18 years in the military he joins us to speak from his life experience as a veteran and a leadership coach.Enjoy!About ScottFirst mission is serving his country and secondary is helping people become better leaders. Last job was a squadron commander of 200 soldiers. 36 years old. Rank of Major. Army logistics Officer. Why did he join the army? - He had a...
2019-12-0540 minSuccessQuestLeaving your Comfort Zone & Real Estate | Vinnie EnriquezJacob talks with Vinnie Enriquez, real estate agent and podcast host. They talk about travel, leaving your comfort zone, real estate, podcasting and balance.Enjoy!Thanksgiving!What are you grateful for today? About VinnieVinnie has moved around and done a lot of things.Real Estate Agent - The Enriquez GroupPodcast Host - Road to GrowthTraveling/Seeing the worldEurope has great public transportation. RyanAir - Cheap air travel in EuropeAn opportunity came for him to move to AfghanistanIt was a dif...
2019-11-2835 minSuccessQuestPublic Speaking & Interviewing | Marco YimJacob and Marco Yim talk about effective communication, public speaking, interviewing and resumes. With over 10 years of experience in speaking, training, and workshop facilitation, Marco knows that anyone can become a great communicator. With the right training, preparation, and mindset, speaking can shift from feeling like a nightmare to an energizing, confidence-boosting experience.Whether you’re trying to land a new job, presenting at a small meeting, or demanding a refund on a defective product, speaking with impact matters!Enjoy!About MarcoMarco started his undergrad hoping to become a...
2019-11-2131 minSuccessQuestSuccessful Parenting | Samantha Barkley of A Mom Around TownKalob talks with Samantha Barkley about parenting and how to be a successful parent. Samantha is a mom to a crazy little two year old, wife of 7 years and creator of A Mom Around Town.Enjoy!About SamanthaWebsite: A Mom Around TownFull-time EngineerA Mom Around Town is a side hustleMarried 7 years2.5 year-old sonParenting: The hardest jobIt requires self sacrificeIt demands so much more than some of the most difficult jobs“It’s all kinds of hard”Advice for starting out as a parentListen to your...
2019-11-1438 min
SuccessQuestSuccessQuest 2.0 - Checking InKalob and Jacob sit down and talk about SuccessQuest and this success journey that they’ve been on. They talk about what’s worked and what hasn’t. They also talk about what’s next for SuccessQuest. Enjoy!OUR FIRST SPONSOR! :) Audible. Get a free audiobook and two free audible originals at www.MySuccessQuest.com/audibleSUPPORT US: Just $1/month to support SuccessQuest. Follow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebook PageCommunity (Facebook Group)LinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestListen & Subscribe
2019-11-0723 min
SuccessQuestPatience vs. Complacence | Andrew Engel of Venzo GroupJacob Harmon had the pleasure of talking with Andrew Engel, Co-founder of Venzo Group. Andrew dropped out of college to pursue his passions in life, and now runs a successful digital agency with the goal to elevate businesses and people alike. They talk about the value of college and schooling and whether or not it’s right for you. They have an insightful conversation about passion and finding your purpose in life, patience vs. complacence, delegation, culture, and more. Enjoy!Andrew’s StoryAndrew was studying medicine, but dropped out of colle...
2019-10-3135 min
Choose Don't Excuse38 The ABC’s in Our Quest for SuccessThis week we revisit our experience speaking at the Success Quest conference in Salt Lake City this past weekend. What an AMAZING experience preparing for this conference as well as presenting. It was a great opportunity for us to work together to pursue and accomplish a goal.
Show highlights:
Vision of Kalob Valle and Jacob Harmon to create a community of “Questers” who are seeking to find, build and discover success in every aspect of your life
Success Quest conference at the Olympic Training facility ( where greatness is literally being built)
What does it take to find...
2019-10-3140 min
SuccessQuestBusiness Building, Anxiety, Depression and Spirituality | Manuj AggarwalJacob talks to Manuj Aggarwal about building businesses, mindset, anxiety, depression, and spirituality. Manuj is a successful CTO, and he's worked at large technology corporations as well as smaller technology startups. Originally from India, Manuj started his career working in a factory and making $2/day. Manuj AggarwalManuj started working in a factory making $2/day when he was 15. He wanted more, so he enrolled in a computer programing course.Since then, he’s worked at large corporations and small startups.He had a tough childhood that left a lot of scars. He turned to sp...
2019-10-2432 min
SuccessQuestAchieving Goals - No ExcusesKalob asks Jacob what he can do to start actually making progress toward his goals. They have an inspiring conversation about achieving goals and how to stop making excuses. And don’t forget about our live event on October 26th! SQ EventWe’re having an event on October 26th at 6:00 MST! To get tickets (virtual or in-person) go to our websitewww.MySuccessQuest.comAchieving Goals - No ExcusesIt’s so easy to come up with excuses :(If something is important to you there wouldn’t be excuses.Sometimes our brains get...
2019-10-1726 min
SuccessQuestPerseverance, Attitude, and Opportunity | Nathan BrackenKalob interviews Nathan Bracken about his journey from lowly Jamba Juice employee to franchise owner of four Jamba Juice locations. They talk about the importance of hard work, perseverance, attitude, opportunity and more. Don’t miss this inspirational story! NotesJamba JuiceStart young! Nathan started working at Jamba juice when he was 15.Don’t get discouraged when you get passed up for opportunities. 3 minute interactions with people can make a difference! Offer to do things above and beyond your job description. Show your value!Hard work, hard work, hard work! Hard work yields great r...
2019-10-1034 min
SuccessQuestSide Hustles and Mentorship | Peter SchmitzJacob has an insightful conversation with Peter Schmitz about side hustles, getting out of debt, and mentorship. This interview is jam packed with inspiring insights.Side HustlesYou can build side-hustles in parallel with your career. This is a great way to diversify your skills and income. Side hustles can be an outlet for creativity and passion when your 9 to 5 isn’t fulfilling.They can be a low risk way to build a business. Your 9 to 5 can provide the income to pay your bills, while your side hustle builds. Side hustles aren’t for eve...
2019-10-0332 min
SuccessQuestLivestream | Jody SedrickJacob and Kalob kick off SuccessQuest’s live events with their first-ever livestream! We do a Q&A and answer our listener’s questions and talk to our guest, Jody Sedrick. LIVE STREAM VIDEOFollow JodyZenwareLinkedInChoose Don't Excuse PodcastFathersFyre PodcastFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebookLinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestListen & SubscribeApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsOvercastSpotifyWe’d love to hear from you!Have some feedback about the show? F...
2019-09-261h 12
SuccessQuestGoing Viral on LinkedIn | AJ Wilcox of B2LinkedJacob talks with LinkedIn Ads expert AJ Wilcox. They talk about college, taking risks, growing and scaling a business, entrepreneurship, and how to be successful on LinkedIn. AJ’s StoryLinkedIn - A Professional social networkLinkedIn tends to be a safer social network because people’s comments are tied to their professional profile. AJ came from a conservative family and never thought he would be an entrepreneur. He has technical experience and got a degree in Marketing. After getting laid off from a job, he started thinking about creating his own company. He took the l...
2019-09-1935 min
SuccessQuestSuccess with YouTube & Music Videos | Micah HarmonJacob talks with his little brother, Micah Harmon. Micah is a musical artist, YouTube star, and social media influencer. They talk about the process of creating music videos on YouTube. Links:One Voice Children’s ChoirOVCC YouTube ChannelMasa Fukuda - Director of OVCCA Million Dreams (from The Greatest Showman) | Micah Harmon & Lyza BullFight Song Missionary Mashup | Micah HarmonLyza BullJason Alan Harmon Memorial FoundationFollow MicahWebsiteYouTube ChannelInstagramFollow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebookLinkedInTwitter: @MyS...
2019-09-1225 min
SuccessQuestSelf Improvement Daily & Podcasting | Brian FordJacob has an insightful conversation with Brian Ford, the host of the Self Improvement Daily Podcast. They talk about not getting discouraged, podcasting best practices, being an “expert,” balancing responsibilities and more.Don’t get discouraged when growing somethingIt’s not about the numbers. Quality is better than quantity. Paul Brunson - Matchmaker. Started a youtube channel. Didn’t get a lot of views, but ended up getting in touch with Oprah. You never know who’s listening.Jordan ParisMark MetryAt the beginning, things grow slowly. You need to get through the first hurdle and...
2019-09-0533 min
SuccessQuestTalents: How to Recognize & Develop Skills & AbilitiesThis week, Kalob and Jacob discuss talents and how we can recognize the things that we’re good at. Talents are an integral part of becoming successful. We also talk about how you can develop and hone your skills once you recognize what they are.Pre-ShowJacob makes sure he’s actually using his good mic to record. :)Follow UpBiz4Good ShowOur episode: La Felicidad – Get your success QUEST ON!!! with Kalob and JacobOUR FIRST EVENT!Start Your Journey to SuccessDate & Time: September 21, 2019 6:00pm - 9:00pmLoca...
2019-08-2930 minSuccessQuestA Message from KalobThis week, Kalob talks about SuccessQuest and what we’re trying to accomplish. He talks about our upcoming events and how you can help and support us. Follow Jacob:WebsiteLinkedInTwitter: @jacob_m_harmonFollow Kalob:LinkedInFollow SuccessQuest:WebsiteBlogFacebookLinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestListen & SubscribeApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsOvercastSpotifyWe’d love to hear from you!Have some feedback about the show? Feel free to reach out to us at podcast@MySuccessQuest.com. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or your favorite app to help...
2019-08-2315 minSuccessQuestConquer Overwhelm! Manage your Time & Prioritize Important TasksIn this episode, Jacob asks Kalob what he can do to be less overwhelmed. An insightful conversation about time management and productivity ensues. Follow UpInterviews: We’ve enjoyed doing interviews and we have more coming your way.Biz4Good Show: Sorry! Our episode still hasn’t come out. We will definitely let you know when it does though. Visit our website: www.MySuccessQuest.com and sign up for our newsletter. We will be sending out emails letting you know about some big announcements soon. The ProblemAs Questers for success, it’s easy to get over...
2019-08-1531 min
SuccessQuestHow to Survive College | Michael AmalfitanoJacob sits down with Michael Amalfitano and talks with him about how he got through college debt-free. They discuss simple things to do to make money and how to invest.Santa Barbara, CA Yearly Weather averagesUC Santa BarbaraMaking Money on the sideRecycling bottles and cans for $0.05-0.10REI - Used Gear SalesGoProEbayMacBook ProReinvest money into bigger and better opportunities.Using time wisely: Instead of watching TV or sitting around, do something productive! Getting through collegeScholarships! Michael applied to 30+ scholarships and got 8. Scholarships are FREE money! The invested time is worth it.Do...
2019-08-0831 min
SuccessQuestFollowing Your Passion | Mario Thurber of PVC ArmoryKalob sits down with Mario Thurber and talks with him about PVC Armory. They talk about the importance of passion and following dreams in business. Mario LinksPVC Armory WebsitePVC Armory EtsyPVC Armory FacebookMario TwitterMario LinkedInJacob Links:Jacob’s WebsiteJacob’s LinkedInJacob's Twitter: @jacob_m_harmonKalob Links:Kalob’s LinkedInSuccessQuest Links:WebsiteBlogFacebookLinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestEmail: podcast@MySuccessQuest.com
2019-08-0119 minSuccessQuestAdventures in Rejection | Leo QuinnJacob sits down with Leo Quinn to talk about his Adventures in Rejection. Leo is doing an experiment where he wants to be rejected 1,000 times this summer. Learn more about this experiment and the results it’s bringing. Summer of 1,000 NOsAndrea Waltz Author of book Go For NoI can achieve EVERY goal and reach EVERY dream by simply hearing NO more often! @GoforNoLeo set a goal to hear 1,000 NOs during the summer. This goal was lofty enough to make him nervous. Benefits of getting rejectedIncreased courage.The more times you ask, you’ll have a...
2019-07-2531 min
SuccessQuestTaking a Break + Guests on Biz 4 Good ShowJacob and Kalob will be taking a break from the Success Quest Podcast this week. We will be guests on the Biz 4 Good Show though, so feel free to listen to us there. Biz 4 Good ShowWith Bobby Glen James & Ryan PilkingtonWebsiteApple PodcastsStitcherGoogle PlayTuneInJacob Links:Jacob’s WebsiteJacob’s LinkedInJacob's Twitter: @jacob_m_harmonKalob Links:Kalob’s LinkedInSuccessQuest Links:WebsiteBlogFacebookLinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestEmail: podcast@MySuccessQuest.com
2019-07-1802 min
SuccessQuestSpiderman Far From Home - Mentorship and HeroesJacob and Kalob get a little nerdy talking about the new Spiderman movie. We also talk about the importance of mentors and heroes in our lives. Spiderman Far From HomeTakes place 8 months after endgameKalob’s MentorJacob’s MentorMentoring OthersJacob Links:Jacob’s WebsiteJacob’s LinkedInJacob's Twitter: @jacob_m_harmonKalob Links:Kalob’s LinkedInSuccessQuest Links:WebsiteBlogFacebookLinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestEmail: podcast@MySuccessQuest.com
2019-07-1121 min
SuccessQuestFailure: Overcome, Surpass, & Learn from itJacob and Kalob discuss how to respond to failure. Failure is part of life. Everyone will experience failure. What matters is how we respond to these failures. Will we quit, or will we learn from them?Follow UpPictures of new floor in Jacob’s ApartmentKalob’s AnniversaryFailureFailure: An Essential Ingredient of Success (Blog Post)Learning to walk analogyFailure is an unavoidable part of existence on this earthWe shouldn’t quit. Instead, we should learn and pivot. Famous Failures15 Famous Failures of All Time (Video)Steve Jobs - Kicked out of his co...
2019-07-0429 min
SuccessQuestStory Time! 3 Tips for Overcoming Difficult CircumstancesJacob tells a story of a difficult experience and explains the lessons he learned. Pictures of the basementLesson 1: Step back & get a new perspectiveLesson 2: Have a good sense of humorLesson 3: Be GratefulJacob Links:Jacob’s WebsiteJacob’s LinkedInJacob's Twitter: @jacob_m_harmonKalob Links:Kalob’s LinkedInSuccessQuest Links:WebsiteBlogFacebookLinkedInTwitter: @MySuccessQuestEmail: podcast@MySuccessQuest.com
2019-06-2709 minSuccessQuestEmotional Success: Improve Attitude, Mental Health, & Emotional StatusJacob and Kalob discuss how to become emotionally successful. Life is difficult. There is a roller coaster of emotions, and in this episode we talk about how to be in control instead of letting your emotions control you. We also talk about mental illness and anxiety and depression.SuccessQuest Milestone: 8 Episodes!8 straight weeks!We’ve finished talking about all of the different areas of success. Physical SuccessIntellectual SuccessFinancial SuccessSocial SuccessSpiritual SuccessEmotional Success (This episode) Consistency is important. Emotional SuccessBe in control of your emotions. Don’t let them be in control of you. It’s als...
2019-06-2027 min
SuccessQuestSpiritual Success: Purpose and Meaning through Prayer, Meditation and MindfulnessJacob and Kalob discuss how to become spiritually successful. Whether or not you consider yourself religious, spirituality is an important aspect of success. It includes a sense of connection to something bigger than ourselves, mainly involving a search for personal meaning and purpose in life. This is everyone’s quest for success or happiness. It's important to find time to pray, meditate, ponder, or have moments to yourself to contemplate your purpose and how you will fulfill it.QuestersDefinition:(noun) someone making a search or inquirySynonyms:searcher, se...
2019-06-1327 min
SuccessQuestSocial Success - Create Meaningful Intentional RelationshipsJacob and Kalob discuss how to become socially successful. We talk about what it means to be an effective communicator, what being socially successful can do for you (the benefits), and also how you can take steps toward becoming more socially successful. Social SuccessSocial Success: the ability to successfully build relationships and navigate social environments.We communicate through body languageListeningphysical touchand much moreWhy does it matter?Unfortunately, it’s easy to be antisocial. Technology has enabled the avoidance of social interaction. The 6 Health Benefits Of Being SocialYou’re Less...
2019-06-0622 minSuccessQuestFinancial Success - Simple Choices Lead to Wealth & ProsperityJacob and Kalob discuss how to become financially successful. It’s important to make small simple choices that lead to wealth and prosperity.Financial SuccessWhile financial success isn’t the ultimate goal, it is an important part of a successful life.Riches vs. Wealth: Someone who is rich has a lot of money and luxurious items. Having wealth is being in a position where your living costs are sustainable. Million Dollar ChoicesMillion Dollar Choices - Scott Marsh “How can you save a million dollars by making a simple decision? A Million Dollar Choice©...
2019-05-3027 min
SuccessQuestIntellectual Success - Continual Lifelong LearningJacob and Kalob discuss how to become intellectually successful. The key is learning something new every day. Follow UpFollow up on commitments made in Episode 3Feedback on including a women’s perspective in Physical Success. We appreciate feedback. Don’t hesitate to send us feedback at podcast@mysuccessquest.com or using the hashtag #askSQHQ on social media.What is Intellectual Success?Continuous Learning.There’s a difference between conventional classroom learning and intrinsic continuous learning. You can spend your time learning things that matter to you. Definition of knowledge: “facts, information, and skills acquired by...
2019-05-2322 min
SuccessQuestPhysical Success - Make one healthy choice today!Jacob and Kalob discuss how we can make simple choices to become physically successful. Being physically successful is important because it is the foundation of everything else we do. Learn some simple things you can implement today to start your quest for physical success.Pros of being Physically balanced/successfulPhysical success is the foundation for all the other areas of success. Being able to play with family and friendsLive longerYour brain works better, you think more clearly, you enjoy your day, you release natural chemicals that give you literal happiness. Consequences of not being ph...
2019-05-1621 minSuccessQuestRedefining SuccessIn this episode, Kalob and Jacob discuss the term success. We analyze stereotypical definitions of success and talk about how we define it.----“70 percent of lottery winners end up bankrupt in just a few years after receiving a large financial windfall.” National Endowment for Financial Education----Dictionary definitions of success:“The accomplishment of an aim or purpose.”“The attainment of popularity or profit.”“A person or thing that achieves desired aims or attains prosperity.”“The outcome of an undertaking, specified as achieving or failing to achieve its aims.”----SuccessQuest de...
2019-05-0925 min
SuccessQuestWhat is SuccessQuest?Welcome to the SuccessQuest Podcast! In this podcast, Kalob Valle and Jacob Harmon will explore the truths of success. In this episode, Kalob and Jacob introduce themselves and SuccessQuest.SuccessQuest WebsiteJacob LinkedInJacob WebsiteKalob LinkedInFacebook post that brought Kalob and Jacob together: Friends!!! If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, marketer, or investor of any sort, here in UTAH call or send me a message through Facebook. I NEED to be inspired by YOU! I have a dream... And I know you do too... So let's motivate and inspire one another!BlogPodcastPlaylist Recommended Books SQ FacebookSQ Instagram
2019-05-0216 min