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EP 134 - Shelly-Anne McKay, Nearly Working Yourself To Death We definitely live in a hustle culture. Everyone seems to be talking about how you need to show up and do the work, but less popular is talking about how this concept can be taken to an extreme. An extreme than can be fatal, as it almost was for Shelly-Anne McKay. Shelly-Anne McKay is a compassionate and intuitive Food Addiction Coach dedicated to guiding successful women towards holistic wellness and sustainable recovery. Shelly-Anne's philosophy extends beyond conventional approaches, actively incorporating joy-centric strategies and fostering meaningful connections to add vibrancy to the recovery process. Beyond coaching, Shelly-Anne is the Co-Founder of a Boutique Holistic Wellness agency specializing in planning bespoke health and wellness workshops and retreats for organizations and groups. She is inspired to support organizations proactively addressing addiction prevention for leaders and teams through a mental health approach. What You Will Learn How Shelly-Anne learned to get up, dust herself off, and try again and not give up What Shelly-Anne is learning about life and relationships that is helping her find balance The reasons Shelly-Anne makes sure to fill her own cup and not neglect herself Why truly stepping into your authentic self can be extremely powerful and freeing How Shelly-Anne nearly worked herself to death while working on two files simultaneously How going to school to be a coach changed Shelly-Anne in a way she had not anticipated The serendipitous way that Shelly-Anne met her mentor while swimming in the ocean How talking about Soul Sisters United caused things to align in order to be manifested along with a whole heap of hard work Favorite Quote: “Everyday I just try to do one thing better. One thing different. One thing new.” - Shelly-Anne McCay CONNECT WITH SHELLY: ShellyAnneMcKay.com How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 133 - Zach Swartzendruber, You Don't Fail Unless You Quit There are a lot of opinions about what it means to fail. For some of us, failing means quitting, and anything short of that shouldn't be considered failure. If you keep going, you are winning. You only lose when you give up, so don't quit! Zach Swartzendruber is a founding member of Total Trucking Resource, a benefits and enrollment guru, as well as a marketing and branding geek and dreamer for Benefits For Trucking. Benefits For Trucking is a 3rd Generation Benefits Services Agency that is hyper-focused on helping the Trucking Industry. Along with Swartzendruber Solutions, they can bring your company a unique and more engaging experience with employee benefits and your enrollment experience. What You Will Learn How growing up in an entrepreneurial family made Zach want to head that direction himself Why you can't quit if you plan to get to win no matter what that means to you The reality that industries can fluctuate and how you can weather the storm How the rising cost of diesel fuel has affected the trucking industry thus affecting Zach's business of dealing in benefits for truckers Why outsourcing some of the more mundane tasks can help you focus and become more profitable using virtual assistants Why Zach values his family and having experiences above all else and uses money as leverage to achieve those things All of the different things that Zach can do to help those in the trucking industry Favorite Quote: “Winning is not quitting, and you can't win when you quit. That's failure, you fail when you quit. It's that simple.” -Zach Swartzendruber CONNECT WITH ZACH: BenefitsForTrucking.com Zach@BenefitsForTrucking.com How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 132 - Benny Fisher, From Unemployable to Entrepreneur Many of us find ourselves facing entrepreneurship because we've tried just about everything and found ourselves pretty much unemployable. At that point, there's not a whole lot of other places to go, so we (hopefully) embrace it and start working towards it. Benny Fisher is the Founder & Visionary of The Big Fish Contracting Company, and an experienced public speaker, business consultant, and marketer. Benny has a knack for networking among business owners, and capturing stories of business, entrepreneurial journeys, and overcoming adversity. What You Will Learn What the Driven Genes are and how they have affected Benny's life and upbringing The effect ADHD has had on Benny's life after being diagnosed at a young age Why Benny is grateful for the way he was raised even though it would never fly in today's society How Benny learned to upsell as a young child while selling candy bars or his baseball team Why did Benny quit going to college to sell cars and end up selling drugs and what he learn from that How Benny fought through his self-doubts and the doubts of others to get himself out of the drug world and went legit How Benny learned to be addicted to his business in a positive way at first and then later used pharmaceuticals to cope with the stress and later overdosed Favorite Quote: “I was kind of forced into entrepreneurship because I had tried everything else, and I wasn't employable.” -Benny Fisher CONNECT WITH BENNY: Benny Fisher is the embodiment of customer service & building connections. Early on in his career he found that the key to success was through delivering superb customer service no matter the task in front of him. In addition to his philosophical focus on service, Benny also saw the importance for building deep and lasting connections with anyone that crosses his path. BennyFisher.com How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 131 - Jeff Brekken, Why Are We Not Asking Why? Why are we not asking why more often? Are we afraid of the answers? Many times understanding our internal motives as well as the motives of others will help us find our way through the struggle we're currently enduring. Oftentimes we know that but are afraid to go there. But what if we weren't? What You Will Learn How thinking about your motivations can help get down to your purpose and the reason that you and everything else matter Why do we tend to ask why a lot less as we get older and more experienced How asking yourself why you do things can help you get through sticky situations How asking why in your relationships can help you understand your partner's motives and what they are looking for from you How studying your own motives can help you be more vulnerable and why that is a good thing Asking why helps get you through the hard times and find a way out How asking why will help you find what is truly in your heart. Favorite Quote: “You can't achieve absolute 100% of your dreams when you are not vulnerable and when you are not asking yourself why.” -Jeff Brekken How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 130 - Natalie Heckert, Be Willing to Do It Afraid We often assume that people who are doing the things we fear are not afraid. Chances are they are just as scared as we are and are just feeling the fear and doing it anyway. If you wait until you are in the absence of fear, you will probably never strike. Natalie Heckert has been the CEO of NATS (Nutrition & Aerobic Training Service) for 18 years, a Mrs. Minnesota finalist, a contestant on the Price is Right, auditioned for Oprah's “Next Big Invention”, and worked with Tracey Yukich while she was on NBC's “The Biggest Loser”. Natalie has invented a variety of fitness products and has starred in numerous exercise videos. She designed, helped develop and implement a state-of-the-art wellness center for Tastefully Simple, an Inc. 500 organization. She also originated and helped develop a two-year Health & Fitness Specialist Degree program in partnership with the Alexandria Community & Technical College and adjunct instructor. What You Will Learn How not wanting to lose drives Natalie to put in the work to do what it takes to win What growing up on a farm taught Natalie about life and the effect it had on her work ethic Why Natalie was motivated to move from small town in Minnesota to Los Angeles when she was only 18 years old What Natalie had to go through to make it on her own in Los Angeles How Natallie ended up working at Universal Studios training stars and celebrities Why you need to speak to yourself like you love yourself How Natalie was inspired to create Club E Fit by her lack of time for the gym when she was working at home while caring for her children Favorite Quote: “How bad do you want it? Are you willing to risk? Are you willing to do it afraid?” -Natalie Heckert CONNECT WITH NATALIE Club E Fit Crew Instagram Facebook How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 129 - Jeff Brekken, You TRULY Need Help In Life It's absolutely true that no one can do it alone. There is NO WAY that you can be the best person that you can find for every single task in your business. There is more than likely a chance that you also can't afford to hire for every position that needs to be filled, so what options are you left with? What You Will Learn Why you can't be a loner and you need to surround yourself with good people Why you need friends who view your relationship as a two-way street and aren't afraid to give back when you need them Why you should reach out instead of getting frustrated when you encounter the parts of your business that you are less skilled at The benefits of outsourcing over hiring to do things internally in your business How exercising gets the blood flowing and gets your brain going and the ideas can start coming Why you need to build a team of experts around you to help you do the things that don't require your special touch Favorite Quote: “You truly need help in life. Don't be frustrated in areas you don't know that much about. Get help for that.” -Jeff Brekken How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Building an Iconic Team with Jeff Brekken A serial entrepreneur and founder of ICONIC HR, Jeff Brekken has worked with business owners and Human Resources teams for 26 years. Passionate about building strong teams and fostering well-being, Jeff has dedicated his life to helping his clients reach their goals for success. His great joys come from talking to clients about their team members and their need to find the RIGHT person who will fit into their company culture. Jeff's ability to lead from the front came from his experience growing up on the family farm in Minnesota, where he learned what hard work looked like and some of the struggles that business owners face. Later in life, he would bring that experience to his business, clients, and life. His ability to see things that most people cannot have helped him guide his clients to places they can't reach alone. Leading with humility, heart, and humor, Jeff's keys to success have been to surround himself with like-minded people who have the same visions, dreams, goals, and work ethic. “When this happens, extraordinary things occur in life,” says Jeff. Listen in as Jeff and I sit down to discuss his early days on the farm, what he learned as a hockey star that helped him succeed at business, and how living a life of gratitude has helped him find his path to FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
EP 128 - Lisa Marie Platske, Reaching Into Your Devine Operating System There are many examples of what a leader resembles, and how they conduct themselves. No one realizes that a true leader has characteristics that are not the same as anyone else. A leader is someone who has become clear with themselves and has become focused on the mission. It requires clarity, focus, determination, and the willingness to go against the grain and trust oneself. Lisa is an Executive Business Coach, and Founder of Upside Thinking and UpsideSummit.com who offers assistance to Leaders internationally through her program Summit to help them craft themselves into the Leaders they were meant to be. She has been recognized by the International Alliance Of Women, The White House, and The United States Small Business Administration for being one of the top 100 women making a difference in not just their community, but in the world. Lisa and Jeff speak about LIsa's program “Upside Summit” and how it has made an impact in the leadership community. Lisa talks about the clarity of reaching into your divine operating system and coming to terms with your darkness. Lisa felt abandoned by God due to constant violence in her household during her upbringing. She discusses the purpose of the 7 pillars in her program and how it may make you rethink why you feel stuck in the same place constantly. Favorite Quote: “I would rather move three things a mile each than a hundred things an inch.” -Lisa Marie Platske How to connect with Lisa: Forbes Website LinkedIn How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 127 - DeLaine Blazek, Living Vs. Merely Existing In today's world, it can be so easy to exist and find yourself going through the motions merely. It takes effort and persistence to truly build a life that means something, though it certainly can pay off in quality of life. Do you want to live, or merely exist? DeLaine Blazek's educational background is as a clinical counselor but she has spent most of her career in sales. She has been in all roles from entry-level business development to the CEO and doubled her income 5x in her professional career (so far). Now, she is focusing on her coaching practice for women to teach them how to do the same thing through Solis Coaching and Consulting. In 2023, Delaine released the book Power Your Pay: The All-In Female Entrepreneur's Guide to Make Millions & Still Be Yourself. It became an overnight international Amazon Best Seller in 10 categories! What You'll Learn: Where DeLaine's curiosity first started and how she feels it benefits her in her life Why DeLaine went from being a psychologist to moving to becoming a business coach The actions that DeLaine took to earn the respect of her male colleagues in a male-dominated sales position How DeLaine met her business partner by stepping outside of her comfort zone Why the most successful people are usually just the ones who were the most persistent, not necessarily the ones who had the best ideas Some of the books that have influenced DeLaine the most on her journey Why it's so important to choose who you have in your inner circle and allow yourself to be influenced by Favorite Quote: “Do you want to live in this life or do you want to exist in this life?” -DeLaine Blazek Connect With DeLaine: Solis Coaching and Consulting How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 126 - Jeff Brekken, Inner Circle Talk Your inner circle can easily be compared to having your very own personal Board of Directors. Who would you appoint to that board and why? How closely does your inner circle currently resemble that dream Board of Directors, and if doesn't, would you be willing to make changes to get it there? What You'll Learn: What exactly is your inner circle and why it's so important to be choosy about who is in it The reasons why Jeff has been slowly paring down his inner circle How decreasing the number in your inner circle will help you get your time and your life back Why and how you should rank the 5 people closest to you that you speak with the most What to do if you realize you are the most successful person in your inner circle Why you should think about your inner circle like your own personal board of directors Favorite Quote: “You either work for time or you work for money.” -Jeff Brekken How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 125 - Jeff Brekken, Moving Into a Camper in The Desert With No Amenities Sometimes with drastic change comes… well, drastic change. Sometimes we need to do something to physically remove ourselves from a situation to allow for the movement of the mind to follow. There are various levels to this, one of which is to sell all of your things and move into a camper in the desert with no electricity or running water. Which brings us to today's episode… What You'll Learn: Why Jeff recommends going back to Episode 124 with Jeremy Schreifels and listening if you have not already. Why Jeff is thinking about rebranding the podcast and what he would rebrand it to What has caused Jeff to sell his possessions and move to the desert and live in a camper with no water and no electricity Why it's not selfish to put yourself first and why that's what you need to do to help others succeed in what they are trying to do Why you just need to get up and do things and why that really is the answer How Jeff was able to recently let go off some baggage that had plagued him for 15 years Why you shouldn't care what the haters think even if they're in your family Favorite Quote: “When you live your life, you put yourself first, and that's not selfish.” -Jeff Brekken How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 124 - Jeremy Schreifels, Growing In Alignment With God Many times we feel alone on the journey of life. But as we continue on we realize that we are not alone, in fact, there is a copilot beside us. Often as we go along, we realize in fact that we are the ones who are the copilot and that we must align ourselves in a way that creates a symbiotic relationship between pilot and co-pilot. In every endeavor, Jeremy Schreifels' story reverberates with the resonance of triumph over adversity, creativity harnessed to drive entrepreneurial success, and an unwavering commitment to authenticity. As an interdisciplinary producer, songwriter, drummer, percussionist, speaker, and educator, Jeremy Schreifels has been bringing music to broad audiences for more than two decades. His focus across all of these art forms is emotional connection, bridging lyric, rhythm, and melody to best serve the vision of both his creations and those of the artists he works with. What You'll Learn: How to integrate your spiritual life into your business life and why they don't necessarily need to be two separate things How cutting out a lot of the noise allows you to listen and to focus in a way you couldn't previously How powerful is your perspective on your experience in the journey of life Why flashing a stranger a smile in the grocery store or somewhere can move mountains for that person Why you don't have to have things figured out to make goals and start planning How the path the answer will reveal itself once you start to put in the effort to make things happen Favorite Quote: “Why does there have to be a separation, or a boundary, or a compartment that you leave your spiritual life in because now you are in business?” -Jeremy Schreifels Connect With Jeremy: JeremySchreifels.com www.Roadto99.com How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 123 - Zack Babcock, From Prisoner to Podcaster A process can be started by anyone, we often think to ourselves that we won't be that one percent and amount to anything. The reality is that we can overcome anything and apply pressure onto others for their sake to achieve the task at hand. Zachary Babcock is going to share his story in disparity and give you a reason to move forward. Zachary Babcock is the Founder and CEO of Alpha Dog and he also carries multiple titles including devoted Father and Husband, and the Chief Visionary of the podcast PowerTrain. Jeff bring's on Zachary who carries a social following of an outrageous amount of views on his social media platforms, but that's not all. Zach shares his oppression of going through prison and having to carve his path to success. Zachary discusses the topic of podcasting and what it takes to reach the next level. Diving into the process and the heart it takes to complete the process- Zach talks about how his clientele has inspired him to keep driving forward. What You'll Learn: The number of people Zach has helped since launching his podcast Figuring out Zach's way, especially in the marketplace going back to 2018 The shift Zach made after leaving prison The process of Zach leveraging his podcast right away The motivation that drives Zach to help others and hear their stories What made Zach decide to monetize his podcast The trauma Zach confronted in 2021 to level up his mindset Why Zach is motivated to help others Favorite Quote: “I knew that I was going to get to this point someday, it was going to happen because I wasn't. I was going to die in the process someday it was either I was going to do it or I was going to die trying- that was now it was going to go. I was going to go all in. I just didn't think it would be through podcasts.” -Zachary Babcock Connect With Zachary: Underdog Website Instagram LinkedIn How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 122 - Steph Livers, The Evolution of Your True Passion Some people find what they want to do when they are very young and do that thing for the rest of their life. For most of us, life will follow a different trajectory that will see our passion evolve as we encounter and discover the many things that life has to offer. Stephanie Livers embodies the idea of having many irons in the fire. She is a single mother and is homeschooling 4 boys ages 10-11, 3 of whom are triplets. In addition to family life, Stephanie is also the Founder of Executive by Stephanie, a clothing line for professional women whose mission is to empower women in the workforce one outfit at a time. Stephanie has changed paths multiple times in her life, starting with a degree in Chemistry, spending some time as a math and science teacher for elementary students, and now as CEO of Executive by Stephanie. She proves that your true passion will evolve over time, and certainly not look the same throughout your life. What You'll Learn: What being Addicted to Winning means to Steph in her life Why Steph feels that drive comes from within a person and that they must follow through and do the work just like anyone no matter how they are set up How the way Steph's parents' own drive influenced her desire to accomplish things The effect that playing on an otherwise all boy hockey team growing up has had on her drive still to this day Why Steph put college on hold to go pursue a job opportunity that changed her life What came next that then caused Steph to put her career on hold for 5 years and then switch career trajectories to something totally different but related The events that led to Steph designing a clothing line for professional women How Steph's passion has evolved and changed along the way FAVORITE QUOTE: “My current passion is finding something that I can share with my kids, but that's also going to leave a legacy for them.” Steph Livers Connect with Steph: Instagram Executive By Stephanie How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 121 - Eddie Blanco, Rethinking Real Estate Teams Often Real Estate agents find themselves as independent contractors just winging it, doing every job themselves, even if they're not the best at it. But why? Eddie Blanco and his team are rethinking real estate teams in a way that allows them to be more specialized in their roles, and the results are definitely speaking for themselves. Eddie was born and raised in Miami and is a first-generation Cuban immigrant. He's stayed in the area because he loves the weather, diversity, and excellent fishing opportunities – but also because he's committed to serving as a reliable and accountable resource for his clients and friends. He is the broker and owner of Stratwell, a real estate brokerage with offices in Miami and Naples, Florida. Eddie and his team have closed more than 3,000 real estate transactions since 2008. Eddie is the Founding President of The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals. He is the 2022 incoming president of the Miami Association of Realtors and the Elite Real Estate Network president. What You'll Learn: What drives Eddie to get back up when finds himself down How the Rocky movies have helped shape Eddie's mentality towards persevering Why understanding who you are is such an important goal to work towards The story of Eddie being humbled by the real estate crash of 2008 Some of the lessons that Eddie learned having to rebuild things from the ground up Why Eddie believes it is that he is here on the planet Earth The reasons Eddie will readily share his knowledge of how to be successful in the real estate business How Eddie's real estate company differ from your average real estate broker Why having the right butts in the right seats is so important to your ability to succeed Where Eddie thinks the Real Estate market is headed in the next few years FAVORITE QUOTE: “My business is simple, it's people and properties. It's all about relationships. There will always be people transacting in real estate.” Eddie Blanco Connect with Eddie: Instagram Stratwell's Website How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 120 - Justin McClintock, Tapping Into the Spiritual Realm There are certainly times along the journey when we could use just a little bit of extra help along the way. People find this help in many ways, often in the spiritual realm. This was the story for Justin who developed his sense of spirituality as he was developing himself into the man he is trying to be. Justin McClintock is a Sales Representative with eXp Realty who has lived and worked in Dufferin & Simcoe County his whole life. With a background in construction and licensed in Real Estate from the young age of 20, he's passionate about Real Estate Investing, human behavior, and working towards his full potential in everything from personal & business to spiritual development. Justin is an intuitive Top Producing agent serving families, first time buyers, investors & new home developers with a focus on a high-level client experience & referral-based business, striving to not only meet but exceed the sophisticated needs of today's consumers by meeting them where they are. What You'll Learn: How curiosity caused Justin to question things and wonder if there were different ways of going about everyday things How Justin's sister also influenced his ability to question things The role hockey played in allowing Justin to be more disciplined at an early age How a movie lead Justin to the idea that he should become a real estate agent How reading Rich Dad Poor Dad changed the trajectory that Justin was on The process Justin had to go through to become a real estate agent How turning the focus on helping others can cause your career to blossom Why doing the right thing never gets old and never stops working How a factory job led to Justin's journey into personal self development How Justin was introduced to the spiritual world FAVORITE QUOTE: “You've got to go out there and do it, even when you don't feel like it. And it's usually always worth it in the end.” Justin McClintock Connect with Justin: JustinMcClintock.ca How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 119 - Jeff Giagnocavo, Leveraging Acceptance and Perspective Oftentimes all we really need is to learn to accept what is, and to adjust our perspective to reflect acceptance. This can help get through conflict, which is almost always present when trailblazing leaders are breaking new ground. Jeff Giagnocavo is a business owner and Visionary Leader focused on healing and impact for others. He is the Founder and Leader of The Big Ticket Life and is 100% focused on doing life and business on his terms and helping others do the same. Jeff's mission is to cement his family's legacy through the impactful work he does for others. To always be additive and seek greatness for his family and those he serves and to improve their lives and their businesses. What You'll Learn: The factors that contributed to Jeff getting 5 number ones on his latest book on Amazon How acceptance has helped Jeff get to where he is in his career and personal life How adjusting your perspective can help you deal with conflict as a leader Jeff's opinion on how much sleep a person really needs each night How not eating 3 hours before you go to bed can help you get more restful sleep and allow your body to focus energy on healing Why people can't flip their mattresses and double the life like they used to How sharing about his childhood traumas has helped him grow and feel more free FAVORITE QUOTE: “If everybody could just speak on anything and everything, I think it would just add more volume and not more impact.” Jeff Giagnocavo Connect with Jeff: TheJeffG.com How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 118 - Susan Rucker, Excellence is NEVER Made To Be Easy Whatever you do, you should try to make an impact. We have many more opportunities to do so than we even realize. Making an impact can be as easy as flashing a smile at someone. This may be the only smile they get all day. Making an impact can be easy, but excellence is much harder. Susan Rucker is a #1 Best-Selling Author, Impactful Strategist and Speaker, Coach & Executive Partner to Develop People and Businesses to Make the IMPACT They Want and Get Meaningful and Sustainable Results. She is recognized as “The People Whisperer” for her ability to connect with and transform people and organizations to achieve breakthrough results. Alongside developing strategy, Susan has successfully coached and trained thousands of leaders on how authenticity, integrity, and resilience make or break personal and professional relationships. Her Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) work builds high-performing collaborative teams by cultivating workplace cultures that celebrate differences, ensure equity, & make everyone feel supported. What You'll Learn: Where Susan's drive originates from How Susan ended up in the United States after being born in Korean Why you must figure out who you are to truly live an authentic life What are some of the main reasons Susan thinks people are unhappy Why Susan feels everyone is capable of excellence at different levels How persistence is the answer to get you where you want to go How everything we do or don't do makes an impact around us The story of how Susan was able to reconnect with her Korean family members FAVORITE QUOTE: “No matter where you are, what stature, where you live, anything; when you live authentically, you can live happy ” Susan Rucker Connect with Susan: Impactful Strategies How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 117 - Brittany McKnight, What a CPA Should REALLY Be Doing For Your Business From financial planning & reporting, to overseeing and implementing new point-of-sale and software conversions, Brittany McKight has had both a bird's eye view and been in the trenches of the back office. Through her experience, She's found that her passion is serving those in service-based industries with a desire to grow their business and make an impact. As a coach, she helps entrepreneurs maximize and monetize their full potential so that they can have life and freedom on their own terms. As a CPA, she provides monthly accounting and CFO-level services using an effective framework for scaling a business from any level. Brittany is passionate about helping people use money for the tool that it is, to become leaders in their company, and to have a positive impact on the world. What You'll Learn: What keeps Britany going when she starts to feel overwhelmed? How did Brittany's upbringing play a role in what she does now? How to understand what the data is telling you even if you're not a “numbers person.” How learning to simplify your accounting using systems can help you understand it What makes Brittany different from your average CPA? How a CPA can do more than just help with compliance Why saving money from hiring a good CPA is the same thing as gaining more income Why it's all about making an impact in no matter what you do FAVORITE QUOTE: “You understand numbers, but you don't understand what they're telling you. That's what the problem is.” Brittany McKnight Connect with Brittany: Facebook Instagram Progress Coaching and Consulting How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you think! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
So many people in business are only concerned about 2 things: Scaling and growing. Here's the challenge.......... At the core of every single business exists people. People are so essential to the construct of every single element of a business. In many cases, those who are employees or contractors are the face of your business. I have a client at Iconic HR that I've been working with and for the past 6 years, they've done very well operating the business without HR. They did so well, they ran it up to the tune of $100M in sales. Here's the challenge....... If they're to continue to grow, they won't be able to grow to the next level without the assistance of Human Resources. Why? Because people are at the core of their business. First, let me say this..... It's a miracle and an anomaly for most businesses to rise to such great heights without HR. They're a unicorn in business, but nonetheless, their systems and processes have allowed them to create such a unique position for them. In this episode, I'm breaking down the importance of how to assess the growth of your company. I'm really focusing on business owners in this episode. It requires you to take a unique approach to where you started. The mistakes you've made. Lessons you've learned. I know most business owners do not want to look inward and admit defeat, but most people don't take the time to reflect. If it's your intention to grow and scale your company, you've got to look at where you've been, where you are now, and where you want to go. There are many different things to think about such as: Your Onboarding processes Welcome letter Policies and Procedures And that's just the shortlist. This doesn't include training. You want new employees to come in with a full understanding of how the company operates, their specific roles, and responsibilities, and why it's important to really nail this part of the process. Many businesses are missing this at the very beginning of their hiring process. FACT: Most businesses do not like recruiting....... FACT: This is also a good reason to hire an HR company, like Iconic HR. If you're looking for a roadmap to why it's important to leverage HR to help your company grow and scale without complications, pull up a chair, bring your notepad, and get ready for a crash course that will end up saving you wasted time, countless headaches, and the crippling effects of poor execution. The success of a company is all based on a few key elements.........you'll learn the most important ones to focus on starting TODAY! How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
EP 115 - Chris Gardner, Mindshift Financial, How the Private Family Banking System Makes You Wealthy Have you ever wondered where your desire for “more” comes from when you have what society considers “enough?” Is it genetic? Is it a motivation fueled by socioeconomic situations? Or is it simply learning how to pair hard work, diligence, and discipline into creating something bigger than yourself that will serve your family long after you're gone? We're not talking about life insurance today. We're talking about pissing excellence and the power of creating a big secret most banks don't want you to know…………The Private Family Financial System. Chris Gardner is the Founder and CEO of Mindshift Financial helping educate families on understanding how to create generational wealth by leveraging their current income and creating a system where reliance on traditional banks becomes a thing of the past. In today's episode, Jeff and Chris discuss where the “wanting of more” originated citing the possibilities of genetics, hard work, and mindsets and habits learned in childhood. Chris shares how he played sports in school motivated by the desire to simply win. Jeff and Chris highlight why financial literacy is not being taught in schools and what we can do to help educate our families moving forward. Chris shares how Mindshift Financial is helping business owners and entrepreneurs who feel they're paying too much in taxes, as well as why it's important to set up a Private Family Banking System. What You'll Learn: The lessons Chris learned from losing while playing baseball, football, and basketball in school Theories as to where the drive for wanting more in life comes from citing possibilities being linked to DNA, work ethic taught and learned in childhood and mindset A simple overview of the Private Family Banking System and how it's beneficial for you and your family starting today Why entrepreneurs and business owners are flocking to work with Mindshift Financial Chris' biggest motivator today and where he invests his time when he's not behind the desk Failures of the education system and how Chris is turning that around for adults and children alike starting with financial literacy Compound effects of never having to pay bank fees again Why being plugged into powerful networks of smarter, more intelligent, and dynamic people will show you what's possible in terms of living a high-quality of life How you don't have to have thousands of dollars to start your own Private Family Banking System How to get out of debt in a 3rd of the time Chris' big hairy audacious goal involving motors And much more! FAVORITE QUOTE: “If you look at the Rockefellers, they still have a ton of money and they have 100+ millionaires in the family and so what they do is they continue on the legacy and that's what we teach our clients how to do and it's not as difficult as you think. It's actually pretty simple. You just have to change your mindset and the process by which you do it.” Chris Gardner Connect with Chris: Facebook Instagram Mindshift Financial How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Jeff Brekken, Questions You Should Ask Yourself Picture that you're heading on a journey. Not a physical journey, but a journey of self-discovery and vulnerability. That's what will lead you to your ultimate goal. That is where to find the growth that you are seeking. Take some time to think of your earliest memories, where did you come from? What made you who you are and what you were? That's what shapes your past, but you now hold the pen and get to use it to write the next chapter. It certainly pays to at least examine these things, if not using them as catalysts for change. Questions like these are some that you should be pondering as presented by Jeff in this solo episode of Addicted To Winning. How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Sometimes we get caught up going through the motions of life and can't see the bigger picture. To gain perspective, It often helps to slow down and reflect. If we fail to do this, we may get distracted by the many shiny things life has to offer, causing us to forget why we are here, and what we should be doing. Reflecting can help ensure that we are where we need to be, doing what we need to be doing, and if we are not, it can bring to the forefront of our attention so we can make adjustments In this solo episode, Jeff offers up 3 things that he uses as reflection points to help him sort through and see things a bit more clearly when life seems to get out of sorts. How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Sometimes we have to take a journey of 10,000 days to come to the conclusion of the lesson we're supposed to learn. Sometimes they're not lessons, but revelations that help create us into the next version of who we're intended to be on the earth and to the world. There are assignments we're on that will help to make the world a better place. Sometimes, we have to go through the deepest fjords of struggle and artifice until we finally claim our focus and start living according to our souls. No one understands the value of connections and relationships like Aimee Ball, serial entrepreneur, and tech founder. She's one of the most interesting people you could have the pleasure of meeting. Over the course of her lifetime, she's been endowed with the foundational elements to create the very world she exists in and build businesses that are congruent and in alignment with her personal life and soul journey. What You'll Learn: How trust, credibility, capacity, and character are necessary to build relationships personally and in business The technology company Aimee founded and how it helps entrepreneurs Why it's important to build trust and how your foundational beliefs have a direct correlation to your success in business The true imbalance of the "Balance Wheel" When Aimee realized she was putting on a facade of someone she was not Why putting small deposits into trust accounts was not serving her in business or her life A raw revelation of how she felt about her business and why she was not happy A few ways Aimee got herself out of some of her struggles Aimee's new podcast and why Jeff believes it is one to watch for in the Fall of 2023 How to choose only the clients you want to work with Why taking on all clients is not a great idea One person who had a major impact on Aimee's life Favorite Quote: "It's okay to cheer yourself on. It's okay to cheer others on. It's bullshit to think it's not!" - Aimee Ball Connect with Aimee: Trust Keg Facebook TikTok Instagram How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Today's guest and I have been connected online for awhile through Apex. I was a guest on his podcast last month, and I absolutely love his energy and his outlook on winning.He is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to HR, employee benefits, mental health, and all things business and entrepreneurship. My guest today is Jeff Brekken. He is the CEO of Iconic HR, and Podcast Host at Addicted to Winning. With over 26 years of recruiting experience, Jeff has dedicated his life to building teams and helping business owners reach goals they never thought possible. Jeff's ability to lead from the front with humility, heart, and humor is second to none. You will find Jeff laughing, smiling, or making someone laugh and smile. Jeff's purpose on this earth is to help others truly, IE. His clients, families, and Teams. The phrase LIVE, Laugh, Love is brought to reality. Jeff's key is to surround yourself with like-minded people who are grateful and have the same visions, dreams, goals, and work ethic. When this happens, extraordinary things occur in life. Jeff grew up on the family farm and played hockey since he could walk. He excelled at his favorite position, Goaltender. From that spot on the hockey rink, Jeff could see every play develop and brings that experience to his business, clients, and life. He can truly see things that most people cannot. Jeff has worked with business owners and Human Resource teams for 26 years. He has recruited over 1,000 people and has awards to show for it. This is a passion of his. To talk to clients about the Team Members, they need to find the RIGHT person to fit into that company and culture with their culture in place. Connect with Jeff: Website: www.IconicHR.co Email: Jeff@myiconichr.comCell: 320-558-7558 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1493542799
This is the launch event for Jeff's latest work, "The Space for Leadership." Listen in as we explore meaningful conversations with author Jeff Giagnocavo and his reflection authors: Jennifer Thompson, Trisha Johnson, Wiley McArthur, Matthew Roda, Dave Comley, Jeff Brekken, and Amy Hesper Carlson. Get ready to gain insights, ask questions, and be part of a dynamic exchange centered around leadership empowerment.About the Book:"The Space for Leadership" takes you on a transformative journey through Jeff's personal experiences, sharing lessons on building trust, nurturing relationships, and making impactful choices. This book opens the door to new perspectives on leadership, growth, and embracing healing spaces.“The Space For Leadership” Available now on Amazon: USA - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGQFF939 UK - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CGQFF939 Canada - https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CGQFF939Jeff cracks open his personal story, revealing how he overcame difficulties to not just make something of himself, but to build countless successful businesses - many of which he uses to pour back into the local communities without broadcasting it. He talks about the struggles he encountered and how they helped him get to where he is today.It's a story of healing, strength, and transformation, and it will absolutely resonate with so many of you.Jeff's motivation to write this book was simple yet profound: he wanted to create a safe space for healing and growth. He knows that we all carry our own wounds, and by sharing his story, he hopes to inspire others to do the same. Jeff believes that true leadership is not just about winning battles but also choosing the right mission within.Through this book, he aims to:1️⃣ Encourage self-reflection and healing.2️⃣ Help you create space for others to grow.3️⃣ Expand your understanding of leadership.4️⃣ Showcase that success is possible despite life's challenges.So, whether you're an aspiring leader, a seasoned entrepreneur, or someone on their own journey of healing, "The Space For Leadership" has something for you. It's a powerful testament to the human spirit's capacity to overcome, thrive and win.
Nothing happens by accident. There are no coincidences. A clear-cut journey has been mapped out, but the path is never quite as clear. There are times when you will question if what you're doing in your life is truly in alignment with who you are as a person. Pay close attention to this. It's your beacon attempting to put you back on the right path according to your purpose and journey. That is one part of finding success in this life and the other is living intentionally and being present in the moment of each and every iteration of your life. Billy Lahr is an Intentional Living Coach, Mindfulness Teacher, and Host of The Mindful Midlife Crisis Podcast. His 21-year career in education helped him set the stage for the next iteration of his life which is helping to guide others both here and in Asia to find the best ways to be present and quickly uncover their "purpose" on this planet. In this episode, Jeff and Billy share a childhood connection they never knew about until recently. Billy shares how he is motivated by words of affirmation and the power most people feel when they are praised for the progress they are making in their lives. Jeff shares a reflection about a time when he was coaching kids in Hockey for 7 years and the impact of taking them from mediocre status to elite as both human beings and players. If you're looking for something to listen to dripping with authenticity and value, this is the episode you should listen to this morning. What You'll Learn: Why the statement "I just want to see you win" from a coach of Billy's that mpacted him so much The experiences Billy learned from working with students who came from emotionally, behaviorally, and socioeconomically challenging situations The one thing Billy wanted for his students as an educator What "Next Level Universe" is and why you should check it out A big lesson Billy learned as a Dean of Students Why he sold his condo and all of his belongings to move to Seoul, Korea What he discovered while he was there The process of reflection, learning, and growing and how you can do it consistently over time Why delivering bad news didn't suit Billy The defining moment Billy was able to be himself, be more authentic and more genuine Who "Iggy" is and why he's significant in Billy's life The difference between mindfulness and being present Favorite Quote: "People are like pizza dough. You don't pull from the outside. You pull from the inside to the outside to make it even." -Billy Lahr Connect with Billy: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Some of the holes in life don't get filled until much later. It requires going through the processes of first learning who we are, asking ourselves what we want and why, and then removing every single obstacle in our lives to make it happen. Hardships and lessons are guaranteed as part of the journey. You'll continuously question yourself but know that life is simply testing you to see how badly you want it. Sean Barnes is a Business Consultant, Executive Leader, Mentor, and Podcast Host of "The Way of the Wolf." His main drive and mission is to focus on developing better leaders and businesses by leveraging 3 key components: People. Process. Tech. In this episode, Sean and Jeff waste no time getting into the source of everything that's right and everything that could use improvement in the world. They take a deep dive into Sean's life uncovering the moment he realized enough wasn't enough. Sean shares some deeply personal perspectives as to why his failures and shortcomings were affecting him in interpersonal relationships and in business. He, like many other entrepreneurs has had a very lonely journey, but it's a similar story of one that requires the development of someone important to creating the best world possible....................YOU. What You'll Learn: The one question Sean continuously asks himself on his journey Why his father leaving created this "chip" on his shoulder The 2 businesses Sean started straight out of college and how they're doing now Why Sean left Information Technology to work in Human Resources as a Team Lead The importance for businesses to understand the roles they're hiring for How to find the right fit for the right roles One thing Sean did when he first started his podcast that he still does today What happens when you buy all the boats, cars, and vacations and how to fill that empty hole How to use a podcast to "monetize" your future The importance of building your presence on social media and why it's important to your brand Why Sean saved and lived well below his means for 2 years before deciding to leave his 6-figure corporate job How you can start acting on your vision, dreams, and goals Favorite Quote: "Hard skills and technical skills are required, but soft skills, man, they're like superpowers this day and age." - Sean Barnes Connect with Sean Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes Email: Sean@thewayofthewolf.com How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
A person is only as strong as they work especially when you try to juggle taking care of your family and paying your bills. Being a servant to a community can mean many different things but to actually be a servant requires grit, hard work, and dedication. Larry holds the standards of a true servant. Larry Brekken found his passion in Farming and serving his community. Larry spent 27 years of his career as a volunteer Fire-Fighter helping others and saving lives. Larry is also a devoted Father and Husband who has been happily married for almost 60 years. Larry shares nothing but wisdom and love to his children who grew up to be successful. Larry talks about many experiences in his life but the main focus is his dedication to his family. Jeff and Larry both speak about the scariest moment that Larry came across in his career, the advancements in Agriculture and how much they've changed since the 1970's. Larry talks about why he still works to this day being in his 80's. What You'll Learn: What Addicted to Winning means to Larry Larry's experience farming and his passion for it Larry speaks about how much Agricultural Technology has advanced Speaks about his time as a firefighter and the scariest moments he experienced as one The moment that made Larry break down and cry in his career The acceleration of technology Favorite Quote: “You take care of your employees, give them respect, and treat them like family and they will treat you right and give you 110% .” -Larry Brekken How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Jeff Brekken, Iconic HR: What Are You Worth? There are so many moving parts to a business, but the most important part is the people, your employees. You can create all the jobs you want for your business, but when it comes down to it, not one person can do it all, and without HR, everything you've built can be gone tomorrow. Jeff Brekken is the Founder of Iconic HR and a serial entrepreneur who shows businesses the importance of having HR and the hundreds of thousands of dollars it will save your business starting today. In this episode, Lori and Jeff get right to the business of talking about HR, benefits, and how these two departments are a huge profit center for any business. They talk about benefits, payroll, taxes, insurance, recruitment interview, exit interviews, and how to ascertain how to find the right people for the right jobs at the right companies. What You'll Learn: - Why most businesses are opening themselves to liability by not having the right people in key positions - The level that qualifies a company for a Fractional HR position versus Full-time- The vicious cycle of sales-driven organizations- Why it's important to allow HR to help source, interview, and train new employees into your company and the amount of time it saves you- The biggest asset in any business- How mental health plays into productivity in the workplace- The least expensive benefit you can offer your employees - One benefit that provides an employer the largest ROI- The percentage of productivity most employers get from the average employee- How much it cost to provide the mental health benefit per employee- Why Jeff believes the system is broken Some important questions you can ask during the interview process and why they're so critical before you make a decision to hire someone Some specific tips that will help any employer whether they're hiring admins or Executives by simply asking 3 questions. (Shared in this interview) The percentage of people that use a professional resume writer (It's higher than you think) How to identify red flags during an interview Favorite Quote: “You're not looking for one or two answers. You're looking for the person who took pride in their team sport and wrote out a good explanation of their experience. At the base of it, you're looking for someone who is coachable.”Jeff Brekken Connect with Jeff: Podcast: Addicted to Winning FacebookInstagram Iconic HRHOW TO GET INVOLVED: All About the Benefits is a podcast that uncovers the transformative power of unearthing your inner superpowers. We're here to explore the incredible benefits that come from digging deep within ourselves. Uncover hidden strengths and untapped abilities that lie within each and every one of us. Whether you're seeking personal growth or looking to make a lasting impact on the world, this podcast is your guide to unleashing your inner superhero. Be sure to catch this and other profound episodes of All About the Benefits in Apple Podcasts.
The safety of yourself and your family is something you should never have to worry about. There's a solution to feeling more protected in this unpredictable life. Steve Schabacker is the Owner and Founder of Valhalla Research, and the Owner of Sheepdog Firearms. Steve started Valhalla Research with the goal of helping his clients with their customized firearms needs where they do everything from decals to design. Steve is also a Father, Husband, Coach, Serial Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Forbes Contributor. Steve is a 2 time Best Selling Author who also runs his own podcast called Tactical Entrepreneur. Steve addresses safety with firearms and what his team does to make everybody feel comfortable about buying and using a firearm for protection or recreational use. Jeff and Steve speak about a workshop they went through that taught them more than they already knew about self-defense. Steve breaks down how he got into the firearm industry and why being a part of Apex changed his position of leveling up. What You'll Learn: Why Steve started Valhalla What Steve does for his clients and for Law Enforcement The business model Steve created to make clients feel more comfortable Why learning Firearm Defense is a useful life skill The ceiling Steve had to break to become surrounded by other Entrepreneurs The importance of making memories with family Why Steve is devoted to building his freedom The reason Steve involves himself in workshops Why Steve goes above and beyond for his clients Favorite Quote: “It's very rare for me at least to come across someone else that owns a business and there's a whole different set of problems when you own a business than when you work for somebody.” -Steve Schabacker How to connect with Steve: Instagram Website Amazon Forbes Podcast How To Get Involved: Addicting to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue SKy Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
There are many examples of what a leader resembles, and how they conduct themselves. No one realizes that a true leader has characteristics that are not the same as anyone else. A leader is someone who has become clear with themselves and has become focused on the mission. It requires clarity, focus, determination, and the willingness to go against the grain and trust oneself. Lisa is an Executive Business Coach, and Founder of Upside Thinking and UpsideSummit.com who offers assistance to Leaders internationally through her program Summit to help them craft themselves into the Leaders they were meant to be. She has been recognized by the International Alliance Of Women, The White House, and The United States Small Business Administration for being one of the top 100 women making a difference in not just their community, but in the world. Lisa and Jeff speak about LIsa's program “Upside Summit” and how it has made an impact in the leadership community. Lisa talks about the clarity of reaching into your divine operating system and coming to terms with your darkness. Lisa felt abandoned by God due to constant violence in her household during her upbringing. She discusses the purpose of the 7 pillars in her program and how it may make you rethink why you feel stuck in the same place constantly. Favorite Quote: “I would rather move three things a mile each than a hundred things an inch.” -Lisa Marie Platske How to connect with Lisa: Forbes Website LinkedIn How To Get Involved: Addicting to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue SKy Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
The world is only what you think it is because "they" tell you what to think it is. Who is "They?" The one-percenters who manipulate the narrative and highjack the mindset of people around the world. "Divide and conquer" is their motto and they do it through advertising, programming, manipulating economies, starting wars, creating distractions and leveraging fear and the perception of happiness all in their attempts to keep their narrative flowing. Back in 1993, the Branch Davidians in Waco, Texas were suspected of stockpiling weapons which created a national narrative of distraction, despair, and disdain on all fronts. They tore through their way of life and this opened some big debates in society on the topic around cults, community, and religion. As someone raised Catholic, I learned quickly there are cult-type elements in every religion, organization, and community. I didn't see them until 1993 when I really started analyzing and deconstructing everything I've been programmed to believe. There are going to be people who want to come into your life and have you live on their terms, according to their narratives. They'll use all of the tactics above to control and manipulate you, but remember, it's up to you to define the type of life you're going to live. You always have a choice to do something different, to go a different way. Keep people in your life you're aligned with and stick with them. Those who don't belong will show themselves out, and in some cases, you may have to show them out, especially if they're toxic to your community, your family, and your life. Stay focused on positive things. Keep believing in the true purity of the human spirit. Have faith, walk in it, and demonstrate it every day. Others will see what you're creating and want to be a part of it. That's how you change the world. How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Many people wake up every day thinking money is their most valuable asset. Nothing is further from the truth. The most valuable asset we all have is time. We can manage it, conserve it, expand it, give it, and collapse it. If you can master time, you will become the master of your time. The amount of things you get done with the time you have is determined by how productive you are, the relationships you make, and your ability to keep moving despite challenges, disruptions, and distractions. Drewbiew Wilson is the Chief Marketing Officer of Apex, Host of the Crushing the Day Podcast, author, speaker, and example of what's possible when you use your time to invest in helping people. This week, Drewbie shares how he got started in business dating back to playing video games and learning to barter, trade, and work as a team with online friends. He learned early to build communities, outlining rules and codes of conduct, setting goals, attaining objectives, and focusing on the most beneficial outcomes for everyone involved. He talks about the importance of serving in the number 2 position in any company, some of the pitfalls, temptations, and why most people fall prey to the human condition of battling the ego instead of serving the organization and leader. Drewbie shares the challenges most families face when finding the perfect balance in investing family time over working toward a big hairy audacious goal he's excited about. I bring up the topic of A.I. and Drewbie shares some pretty interesting perspectives including, why he thinks A.I. has always been here, and some of his theories about what we can expect in the future. Drewbie shares a process for using A.I. to help. you collapse time and save, making you more productive and profitable at the same time. Favorite Quote: "Your speed of execution is what generally creates your success." -Drewbie Wilson Connect with Drewbie: Book: Crushing the Day Podcast: Crushing the Day DrewbieWilson.com How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Resilience. Perseverance. Faith. These are strong qualities.....necessary qualities in anything and everything you need to do while you're here on this planet. You're going to be tested, challenged in every aspect of your life. You're going to need a toolkit and support system to pull from, especially as you're going through anything that leaves you feel like you're on an island. Matthew Roda is a Family Man, Marketing Agency Owner, Fractional CMO, Leadership Coach, Podcaster, Speaker, and Ultra Runner who works vigorously to help others power through some of the toughest parts of all aspects of their lives. Today, you're in for an enigmatic journey of spiritual proportions. Matthew shares his life starting back into his childhood, some of the lessons he learned, how he was raised, why he's grateful for how he was raised, and why he believes he's always had a guardian angel with him the whole time. The level of consciousness present in this podcast is one that will leave you with goosebumps. Favorite Quote: "For 20 years, I was leading people down the wrong path, but now I'm back doing what I am supposed to be doing on this earth." -Matthew Roda Connect With Matthew: Facebook Instagram What You'll Learn: Some powerful life lessons Matthew has learned along the way How Roda Marketing serves entrepreneurs by helping fulfill one of the biggest needs at a fraction of the investment Why Matthew is grateful for his parents and the way he was raised The reason why a few specific people are so important to Matthew Who he'd spend one hour with if he had a chance One of Matthew's favorite books which is fun and easy that he reads a couple of times a year Another book Matthew loves and why it's has validated everything he's been processing the last 22 years Why Matthew believes and knows he's had a guardian angel with him the whole time How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Everyone we meet in life starts with a first impression. Who you are, what you do, and how you do it is all judged when you first meet someone. The same happens to you. You're being judged whether you like it or not from the very first moment you meet someone. The same carries over to your business. The way you present a product, a service, or simply approach relationships with clients are all being judged based on what they see the moment they see it. Jason Harrell is the founder of Front9Box.com which is one of the premier Golf Subscription Box sets on the market today. In this conversation, Jason and Jeff dive deep into what prompted his journey into how he lives his life and operates in business. Right now, people have a lot of choices when it comes to whom and what company they do business with, but there is one distinguishing factor....... Presentation. This is where everything starts and ends for most people looking to make the best investment possible in anything they do. Jason leans in on the processes he went through to refine the client experience and made it easy. He and Jeff have a candid discussion about what it takes. to make the biggest impact in business, why its important to make things easier for your clients, and how to retain them by simply doing things differently in business that most are not willing to do. They get on the subject of Dad Jokes and Jason shares how the whole thing got started featuring a story involving his 11-year-old son. Jeff and Jason also talk about Apex, what it is and the importance of getting connected and staying surrounded by like-minded winners, and why it will be the one thing to help you get clear quicker in your business and move the needle farther in less time. Lean in close and get ready to start taking a more serious approach to running your business instead of running in circles. Connect with Jason: Front9Box.com JasonHarrell.Info How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
I have friends and know people who have worked all their lives towards retirement. They've invested and saved their resources. They've spent years planning to take that trip to the Grand Canyon, take the cruise around the world, backpack through Europe, and go scuba diving in the Grand Cayman only to retire after 40 years and fall into a routine that left them uninspired. In some cases, they passed away months later. I know that sounds dark, but that's the reality for many people. Life is a journey. We've been programmed to give the best part of our youth to "Building the American Dream," acquiring things, stuff, and everything that doesn't mean two squats at the end. In some cases, we neglect our families, stay leveraged up to our eyeballs in debt, write our dreams down in a book, and put our "someday" list on a shelf to collect dust. This episode is a reminder that you have the ability to deprogram yourself from everything you've been taught and conditioned to believe. Have you started working on your dream yet? Are you doing what you love to do every single day? Remove the excuses and find a way to make it happen. You've been blessed with the same level of creativity to make it happen, and at this point in human history, you have all the tools to materialize it. Have you taken that trip you've wanted to take for the last 5 years? Why not? There are pitstops along the way in life and it's by design. Sometimes, it's an illness that puts you down for a bit. An unexpected job change forces you out of your hypnotic patterns. A child graduates and leaves the nest. Divorce. Loss of assets. And a multitude of other things that could happen over the course of your lifetime. While you're here, you may as well enjoy it. Have fun with it. Take a break and make time to make the time so you can life the most magnificent life you've been dreaming of. Afterall, it's a journey, and it's up to you to make it colorful! How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue SKy Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
If you look closely, you'll see there are hints, clues, and roadmaps to help you on your journey. They come through songs, books, podcasts, movies, and natural disasters. That's the beautiful thing about life....it's always pointing you where you need to go. If you ignore those signs and synchronicities, you're lucky if you get a direct message directly from another human being. Adam McChesney is a serial entrepreneur, Owner at Hite Digital, St. Louis, and his digital marketing agency is responsible for managing $2 million dollars a month in Ad spend on Google. But Adam started just like everyone else......the beginning. In this episode, Adam shares where he began and attributes much of his success in being an athlete, playing soccer in middle and high school, and later college. He talks about the pivotal roles his coaches played in helping in his formation. Jeff and Adam talk about the difference between making money and the importance of finding true purpose by starting with having faith in yourself and focusing on a bigger vision. Jeff and Adam have a candid conversation about why athletes hold a higher advantage over anyone else working in sales. What You'll Learn: Some of the best advice and wisdom shared by Adam's coaches when he was playing soccer Why Adam thinks athletes excel in sales more than the average person One of the first jobs Adam held after college and what inspired him to pursue starting an online business The year Adam launched full-time into entrepreneurship The fear and anxiety most entrepreneurs experience and why its important to lean into the power of believing in yourself A favorite book both Jeff and Adam have an affinity for and why The one thing that has to happen every single day, week, month, and year before success can be achieved Favorite Quote: "I was never the biggest, the fastest, or the strongest, but I was the smartest (in soccer) which has served me well in business." -Adam McChesney Connect with Adam: Adam McChesney Instagram How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue SKy Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
This episode features Jeff Brekken, a business owner with a profound purpose. Jeff's unwavering commitment to helping others extends beyond the boardroom, as he strives to create a magical retreat for children battling cancer.Jeff's purpose is to open a camp that serves as a haven for these courageous children and their parents. Nestled in nature's embrace and surrounded by farm animals, the camp will provide an environment where healing and joy take center stage. Jeff believes in the transformative power of genuine support, positivity, and compassion, and he aims to infuse these values into every aspect of the camp experience.Through encounters with animals, the children will not only find solace but also embark on a shared journey of growth and transformation. This camp is not simply a therapeutic space; it's a place where authentic happiness thrives, even amidst life's most challenging moments.In addition to his work with the camp, Jeff's passion extends to supporting business owners in the areas of HR and Mental Health. He guides others in finding their purpose and path, just as he aspires to help these children find peace and joy in the face of adversity.Don't miss this episode filled with inspiring stories, heartfelt moments, and a reminder that each of us has the power to do good and bring light into the lives of others.
Addicted to Winning started exactly 100 episodes ago. There have been many guests from various walks of life, with varying experiences, and different industries who have come to generously to share their failures, great successes, and the lessons they've learned on their journey. All of them have been shining examples of what it means to be addicted to winning. For the 100th episode, there could not be a better guest to have on in honor of this monumental moment. Robert Nelson is more than a guest, and more human than most human beings. He's a father, author, speaker, business consultant, sales professional, master grant writer, and mentor to youth. You may want to pull up a comfy chair, clear out the distractions, and get ready to take a cosmic dive into existentialism. In this episode, Robert takes us back to his childhood as a kid on the streets of Chicago, doing battle with distractions that come with drugs and drinking. He shares the pivotal moment he was awakened as a child and later as a young man and father. In this episode, Jeff asks Robert what drives him. Robert shares how we're provoked by life to take action as human beings. He explains the process of discovery is part of learning lessons, gaining experience, and elevating to the next plane of consciousness. Robert explains that 90% of the activity required to keep us alive is done without our knowledge; it's a miracle. Jeff and Robert talk about how to identify goals necessary to solve the problems of this world and help the masses. They talk about their views on spirituality, religion, and the difference between the two. Listen in as these two take you on the most impactful, existential, and transformative conversation you'll have the pleasure of being involved in this year. Favorite Quote: “I will say this though, that I've realized that the term is controversial because what is winning? Winning isn't a nebulous concept. You have to really give consideration to winning involves having a goal. But a lot of people think to win, that means somebody got to lose. It means by whatever means necessary, regardless of who gets hurt in the process, I got to win. But that's not real. The reality, and this is one of the most profound things I've ever discovered, is that Jeff, winning” “It was love. I'm like, this is a being that I'm accountable for. So if it required my life to get this done, I got to do something about this situation” “Only people that never fail are supposed to never do anything, right? You got to fail. And it's a part of the process of discovery.” “There's a discovery to be made wherever you go” -Robert Nelson Connect with Robert Nelson Linked In @Robert Nelson Website: https://carechair.org/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/realrobertnelson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-nelson-21978114/ How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue SKy Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
The number one most under-discussed topic in society right now is mental health. It's a silent epidemic and one that has created a vacuum of greed in the pharmaceutical industry and medical fields. Every day, people are misdiagnosed and treated with prescription drugs whose side effects hurt more than help, sometimes including a derailed life or even death. Lori Jewett is an entrepreneur and Author of the Book, 80HD. She's a wife, mother, and someone whose main mission in life is to help people heal their traumas in life, and find their true path to impact. In this episode, Lori comes in amped up for Jesus and shares how she just finished the popular human reset program, 75Hard, which requires you to work out twice a day, drink a gallon of water, stick to a clean diet, no sugar, and read 10 pages in a self-development book. Lori shares her journey from childhood when she was misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder and was prescribed medication with the side effect that led to an unsuccessful suicide attempt at 19. This begins the journey of this episode and sets the tone for one of the most important discussions people should be having more often. What You'll Learn: How Lori was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult One very popular prescription that left her feeling numb Why it took her 10 years to get her misdiagnosis off her medical record The power of Vivance and the added benefits it provides to people with ADHD A true-to-life illustration in the movie "Up" that is our lives and how it correlates to life insurance The biggest opportunity right now in employee benefits and why you should have it Where Lori recorded her audiobook What kids need from a teacher The power of keeping a running list Two books Lori read that changed her life Favorite Quote: "Everybody wants to complain and yadee, yadee, yada, but no one is willing to go that extra mile and help people and help bring awareness that it's okay to talk about things." -Lori Jewett In this episode, Jeff shares the value of being raised a farm kid, and the lessons learned, and Lori chimes in with some impactful wisdom about what children truly need from adults and how you can be a better influence on them. They talk about the importance of mental health issues in the nation. Lori and Jeff discuss the importance of mental health is one of the biggest opportunities for employer benefits. Lori talks about her book 80HD, and shares her overall vision for what impact she wants to leave in this world. Connect with Lori: Facebook Website How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out.In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
The parent-child relationship and experience vary from person to person. You could talk to one person and they absolutely adore their parents. Ask another person, and their experience would leave you believing they were raised by the spawn of Satan. No matter your upbringing, and no matter your experience, if possible, it's important to ask your parents a few important questions. The answers to these questions will remove any doubt, inconsistencies, hearsay, and rumors you may have believed throughout your entire life. Imagine if future generations didn't have to rely on hearsay or stories passed down from generation to generation. As you may have experienced, it's always best to go to the source for the truth or the closest thing to it. The stories would be a reliable depiction of who the members of your family, are, and would probably add some color commentary as they were experienced in real-time. In this episode, Jeff shares some of the questions he asked his parents like: What was the best advice you received? What questions do you wish you could've asked your parents? Biggest regret? How was your experience as a parent? When did you have your first drink? Where was your first school? Now, let's go one step further. With the cost-effective and easily accessible forms of documenting these stories through videos, photos, writing, and publishing, you have the ability to leave a roadmap for future generations with stories of a distant time, the logic deployed at that time, social attitudes, and insights better shared from the source than speculation. This episode will be one for the books and give you some perspective to take an active role in living your life on purpose. And it won't be long before your children have it in their minds to ask you the same questions. This episode will prepare you for all of it! How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out.In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
You can't escape the pain. It's a consequence of life. You can try and numb yourself, but it's not sustainable for the long term. Wherever you go, there you are. Everything about you gets carried with you until you decide to unpack the hurt, pain, and trauma. It's necessary in order to grow. The big mistake most people make is continuing to carry their traumas with them into the next part of their lives, friendships, or even a new relationship. Stephanie Castro is the Owner of At Home Pet Sitting and we have the pleasure of her sharing the journey she's taken to process the traumas and disappointments of life. In this episode, Stephanie and Jeff share their experiences with marriage and the disappointment of divorce after investing much of their time believing they were living the happily-ever-after. Stephanie recalls talking to a friend when she was crushed who had invited her to Landmark Forum, a very popular group focused on self-development. Jeff and Stephanie talk about the spiritual sides of belief, watching signs from the universe, and having blind faith when it comes to taking unprompted action. Stephanie talks about her journey into an intense self-development program with Landmark and described it as the equivalent of opening the refrigerator door, opening it, and seeing the Grand Canyon. Stephanie shares how she was at rock bottom when she made a blind decision to take a chance and invest some time in herself at the end of her marriage. In front of hundreds of people on Zoom, she shares her absolute disappointment at the ending of her marriage with a room of perfect strangers. (Just a little-known fact about Stephanie: She is not a huge fan of public speaking). This episode is riddled with takeaways for anyone going through a rough patch in life. Lean in and prepare for a very intimate discussion about the core of life.......the heart. What You'll Learn: Hitting rock bottom can be a necessary step to opening oneself up to self-improvement. Vulnerability and growth can be powerful tools to become “awake” and gain a new appreciation for life. Sharing one's story can help in the healing process. Favorite Quote "I'm on this journey. I don't think it'll ever end. I will always be on this journey of getting to know myself." -Stephanie Castro Connect with Stephanie: Facebook Instagram How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out.In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
According to a recent survey in 2023, 21% of adults are experiencing at least 1 mental illness. That equates to about 50 million people in the United States. 55% of them have not received any treatment. 32% of them reported depression. Those are astronomical stats to throw at you, but good to know in time for Mental Health Awareness Month. This is no laughing matter. It's a higher call to action. It's not enough to simply raise awareness or donate funds to a campaign that simply funds the organization that provides mental health services. It is the responsibility of each person here on this planet to keep the world filled with sunshine. As you can see there is a huge demand for people who want and need your support. Some will not ask for it, so it's important to make a conscious effort to reach out to people close to you. A simple phone call, text, DM, email, or invitation to lunch or dinner occasionally makes a huge difference in someone's day. In this episode, you'll learn about: Mental Health Awareness Month is a great time to spread positive messages and consider a mental health benefit for employees and their families. Laughter can help reduce stress and anxiety. Doing something nice for others can go a long way in helping to promote positive mental health. Now, more than ever is a great time to spend time investing back in people you may have lost touch with. One simple connection will make more of an impact than you know. How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out.In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Life is a beautiful thing. In the beginning, before we are numbed by the shadows of this Earth, we can feel the vibrations of life. The wind blowing, the crashing of the ocean waves, the chirping of the birds, the pounding of the rain on the pavement, and the thunderous roars of large crowds in stadiums. They are beautiful moments that drift from second to second, minute to minute, hour by hour, day by day, week by week, month by month, and year by year. But it's not constant. We get addicted to the highs of life and are constantly searching for sustained fulfillment. Some choose alcohol. Some drugs. Some don't get a second chance to try it again. Sarah Vincent is a drug and alcohol counselor at Serenity Lane and Founder of the non-profit Soul Purpose. She helps people find their way back to sobriety by working with at-risk youth and drug/alcohol recovery and has also studied spiritual practices such as grounding, chakras, and crystals to help people heal themselves holistically. Sarah emphasizes the importance of physical and mental health and encourages others to take control of their life and start their journey to recovery. What You'll Learn: How Sarah has dedicated her life to helping others overcome addiction. Why she uses spiritual practices such as grounding, chakras, and crystals to help people heal holistically She emphasizes the importance of physical and mental health and encourages others to take control of their lives Favorite Quote: "I can make really dumb choices sober, so Lord knows I don't need drugs and alcohol for that." -Sarah Vincent How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
There's a song by Garth Brooks called, "Unanswered Prayers." If you've never heard it, listen to it as soon as you can. It's a perfect song to listen to in the moment you look up in your life and realize it's completely different than it was 5 years ago, and in a good way. There are so many paths we take, and so many journeys we go on in order to discover and uncover the essence of who we are. It's the search for the reason we're here. Not mankind, but us personally. Part of our lives have been mapped out and the rest is determined by the choices we make. In this episode, Jeff takes a deep dive in a short period of time to share his upbringing as a Catholic, and while he's no longer practicing, he is a spiritual person who believes you can pray to God without being in a building. Jeff talks about the importance of making time to live in reflection, gratitude, and a realization he had about the last 10 years of his life that you may share as well. He talks about some important lessons he learned during his time on the farm with his father and grandfather and how he believes things always happen for a reason. In this episode you'll learn: Why Jeff believes everything happens for a reason How patterns keep showing up over the course of our lives and why it's important to pay close attention to them A journey Jeff has been on for the last 4 to 5 years that has surprised him Jeff's logic as it pertains to the lessons and experiences we have and how they're important today Why it's important to reach out to people you haven't spoken to in awhile An offer to you that Jeff welcomes with open arms One of the biggest and simplest lessons Jeff learned from his Father and Grandfather Moments of joy, sorrow, and calm, will come and go, but there's a message in each one of those moments. Be sure to take some time. Take it in. Breathe. Remember, everything and everyone you meet is by intention, and it's all for a reason. Sometimes you won't know until time has been allowed to flow by. How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
Life is interesting in many ways. In our 20s, we spend it chasing what we think we need to be, who we need to be, lusting for the things of this earth. Materialism and frivolity run hand in hand and then in our 30s, there's a subtle calm that comes. It's indicative of comfort, and in some perceptions, settling. In our 40s, we have experience from the last 20 years and realize we spent many minutes, hours, days, and years running away from who we truly were this whole time. Looking at a tape measure and estimating the average life expectancy of around 83 years old, we rip away 40 years from that and then reality sets in. Our lives are half over. We have unfinished business. Our minds start to wander in regret, and sometimes cherishing better times in our lives, and then a loud siren goes off alerting us to the fleeting time left on our clocks. This week, Jeff does a deep solo dive on how life is a journey. Everything that has happened since the moment we arrived was ordained and like a song, the experiences we have, the people we've met, the challenges we've faced, and the successes we've enjoyed can be synced to a symphony. What You'll Learn: Why it's important to enjoy the journey you're on How comparison drains the human spirit and how to cycle out and into something more positive Simple steps you can take and things you can do to get aligned with gratitude for everything in your life How to cultivate authenticity in your life Why it's important to constantly develop yourself over the course of your life Favorite Quote: "Be present every day. Put your phone down in conversations. Don't look around. Look people in the eye and literally just be present. It's just you and that person there. It will absolutely turn your life around." -Jeff Brekken How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
"Life on Your Terms: Overcoming Adversity, Embracing Change, and Creating a Fulfilling Life with Tanya Russell" When you compare your journey to others, it creates conditions around self-doubt, depression, anxiety, and absolute loss of drive and focus. You have a unique reason you're here. It's been built into your DNA. Most people are 99% alike in who they are with the exception of the 1%. It's by design. Not one person, including twins on this planet, is exactly alike. Tanya Russell is a serial entrepreneur, high-performance coach, and wellness spa owner. She is a huge advocate and practitioner of Kaizen, a Japanese practice of continual improvement as it pertains to business. She has taken her experience in life and business. In this episode, Jeff and Tanya do a deep dive into the true value of freedom, lessons learned in childhood, and Tanya's discovery and love of numbers. She shares her journey of working at McDonald's at 15 years old and how that led to her owning multiple businesses. Jeff and Tanya have a great exchange on the importance of what it means to "Live Life On Your Terms" truly means. What You'll Learn: The lessons Tanya learned after the passing of her Mother, Father, and Brother How everyone processes grief and what it means to love yourself through it Why it's important to enjoy your life now instead of waiting until retirement One book that will help you uncover the path to self-love, recovery, and enlightenment in hard times Connect with Tanya: Book: "Life On Your Terms," By Tanya Russell Facebook Instagram How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
One of the most commonly overlooked benefits of any health coverage is mental health. There are benefits that aren't being utilized that would be beneficial for you, your family, and your professional performance at work. As an employer, encouraging your employees to utilize the mental health benefits that come with their insurance coverage helps them, and their families, and helps them become more clear, balanced, and productive in their work. It's great for them, you as the employer, your clients, and your company overall. In today's society, we're dealing with higher rates of depression, anxiety, confidence, blockages, and much more. A lot of it has to do with an unhealthy balance of exposure to social media, "perceived societal norms," and a multitude of distractions thrown at us. Most employer-provided insurance covers mental health, but there's a stigma around it. It's almost become a trigger word for society. Keeping up the appearance of being okay is more important than "being" okay. It's time to stop talking about "mental health" and pay it forward with "virtue signaling" posts and really dive into helping those who are stuck, get unstuck, get healthier, and be more productive. Everything that starts in the mind eventually comes outside! Make sure it's only the very best! This week, Jeff shares a few thoughts about the benefits of paying attention to your mental health and shares and reads a very strong testimonial written in letter form from "Sarah," an employee of a company that recently sought out this benefit, and her insights were profound. How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
If you've ever questioned the existence of God and required proof, there are people walking this Earth who have been transported to hell and physically, spiritually, mentally, and financially. Some never make it back, but for some, divine intervention plays a part in giving them a second chance. Max Nijst is an author, speaker, coach, and founder of Fearless Happyness and host of the Fearless Happyness Podcast. He is a proud husband, father, and grandfather and resides in Fallbrook, California with his family. Since 2003, Max has been clean, sober, and an advocate of mental health and drug addiction recovery. After joining the Navy and getting divorced, he found himself in a downward spiral of partying and drug use. After getting a felony possession charge and spending time in jail, he changed his life with the help of his sponsor and his friends. Max learned to be grateful and to help others and now works in the field of addiction to give back. Max believes that everything happens for a reason and that his recovery was due to divine intervention. What You'll Learn Max has been clean and sober since 2003. After spending time in jail, he changed his life with the help of his sponsor and friends. Max believes that his recovery was due to divine intervention Why Max chose to go back to help others with addiction The massive effects his actions had in his life and the number of people he hurt and impacted by his selfishness and addiction What drives Max to this very day Why he does what he does and some solutions he uncovered for challenges unresolved in society Favorite Quote: "I kept making promises to my Mom. I'd tell her I would get better, get a job, and I would find the kids so she could be a grandma again. Then she asked me, "What are you going to do?" I said, "I don't know." In that moment she believed me and for the first time, I saw in her face a look that there is hope." -Max Nijst Connect with Max: Fearless Happyness Podcast Website Book: Fearless Happyness How To Get Involved: Addicted to Winning connects listeners through stories that prove why mindset matters. Jeff Brekken was working a 60-hour week on his family's farm by the time he was 10. When he wasn't helping with the harvest, he was at the hockey rink. Jeff's early life experiences taught him he needs to be either all-in or all-out. In 2000 he started a single-family home construction business and by 2008 he was looking for the next big thing. Jeff founded the Blue Sky Benefit Solutions & Rise Above HR/ Recruiting on top of a lifelong passion for helping people. Through this show, Jeff will take that passion one step further. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping.
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