Podcasts about Unstuck

Brian breaks down the two real paths to buying a business with zero dollars out of pocket, why the one the internet obsesses over is a trap for most buyers, and the exact strategy he's used personally and helped hundreds of people execute.Brian covers:Why 100% seller financing is possible but wildly misrepresented online, and what the gurus skip when they pitch itHow the SBA + capital partner model actually works and why it's the path real acquisition entrepreneurs useWhat a capital partner actually wants from you, and how to present yourself to get fundedWhy $30,000 to $50,000 in reserves is the real minimum before you pursue your first acquisitionThe exact due diligence costs you need to budget for (buy-side lawyer, quality of earnings report) and why skipping them is a catastrophic mistakeHow 35% of Action Academy's 650+ member community is actively deploying capital into other members' deals right nowThe goal isn't to buy a business for zero. The goal is to buy the right business, structured the right way, without blowing up your family's financial stability in the process.If you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

AI is delivering pockets of productivity, but far less business value than expected. In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, Distinguished VP Analyst Fran Karamouzis explores why so much AI ROI remains stuck inside organizations, never reaching the bottom line. While many leaders expect gains in individual productivity to translate directly into financial outcomes, legacy processes, siloed structures and outdated operating models often prevent that value from scaling. In a preview of a recent standout webinar, you'll hear what it really takes to unlock measurable impact — from rethinking how work flows across teams, to redesigning end‑to‑end processes, and leading the organizational change required to make AI stick.   You'll learn: Why productivity gains alone don't guarantee financial returns Where AI value gets trapped inside workflows and operating models How to redesign work around end‑to‑end outcomes, not individual tasks What it takes to lead organizational change and consistently convert AI into ROI   Dig deeper: Register to watch the full "Value is Trapped" webinar Learn how to prove quantifiable value from AI See why Gartner is the world authority on AI  

Ryan Pineda joins Brian to break down how he turned a $25 golf consulting offer into a half-million dollars in revenue and, eventually, a full mastermind business called M19 built entirely around business owners who love golf.Brian and Ryan cover:How Ryan went from charging $25 per round to $10K per session without running a single ad, just by posting one Instagram storyWhy his wife's offhand comment after a golf retreat became the insight that unlocked the entire M19 business modelThe recurring revenue structure behind M19 and why the trips are retention tools, not profit centersHow members write off their annual dues and every trip as a legitimate business expenseWhy Ryan believes the best businesses are built around what you already do for fun, not what you think the market wantsThe supply vs. demand constraint framework and how Ryan used it to price his way out of being overbookedWhere AI is headed for service businesses and why Ryan thinks tax firms, like realtors, aren't going anywhereIf you want to build a business around your lifestyle instead of despite it, this one's worth the full listen.If you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

In this episode of Mind the Kids, the podcast from the Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH), host Dr. Clara Faria — academic clinical fellow in child psychiatry — is joined by Professor Lauren Kenworthy, Division Chief, Neuropsychology Director, Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders Pediatric Neuropsychologist, at the Children's National Hospital, based in Washington DC.Professor Kenworthy shares findings from her landmark study, 'Executive Function Challenges Persist into Young Adulthood and Predict Mental Health Outcomes in Autism', published in JCPP — ACAMH's flagship peer-reviewed journal. Drawing on over 300 autistic individuals and more than 900 observations spanning ages 2 to 25, this is one of the most comprehensive longitudinal investigations into executive function trajectories and mental health outcomes in autism to date.The episode unpacks what executive functions are — the brain-based cognitive abilities governing flexibility, working memory, and impulse control — and why they matter so profoundly for the mental health of autistic young people. With approximately 70% of autistic children and 63% of autistic adults experiencing mental health challenges at any given time, Professor Kenworthy explains why understanding the relationship between executive dysfunction and depression and anxiety in autism is not just academically important, but urgent.Among the most striking findings: executive function challenges — particularly cognitive inflexibility — remain clinically elevated from early childhood all the way through young adulthood, persisting even in young people who have had access to clinical support. Anxiety symptoms worsen significantly for autistic girls, with measurable divergence from their male peers emerging around age 12 — a finding with major implications for autism diagnosis, gender differences in autism, and targeted mental health intervention.Professor Kenworthy also shares her work developing Unstuck and On Target, a school-based executive function intervention designed to be delivered by educators — not just clinicians — addressing the urgent need for scalable, real-world, evidence-based autism support in schools. The conversation covers participatory research, the 12-year evidence-to-implementation gap, the limits of existing interventions including ABA, and why autistic voices must be central to the future of autism research and intervention design.Essential listening for clinicians, researchers, educators, and anyone with a stake in autism mental health, early intervention, and neurodevelopmental research.Read the paper 'Executive function challenges persist into young adulthood and predict mental health outcomes in autism' https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.70149Lauren Kenworthy, Lauren Baczewski, Alan H. Gerber, Cara E. Pugliese, A. Chelsea Armour, Kelsey D. Csumitta, Gabrielle E. Reimann, Caroline Candy, Gregory L. Wallace, Matthew S. FritzFirst published: 11 April 2026Get a free CPD/CME certificate for listening to this podcast by registering for a FREE ACAMH Learn account at https://bit.ly/4fF4BBWVisit https://www.acamh.orgFacebook and LinkedIn search / ACAMHInstagram https://www.instagram.com/assoc.camhBluesky https://bsky.app/profile/acamh.bsky.socialX https://x.com/acamh

This is the same presentation 40-50 members said fundamentally changed their businesses and lives. Brian shares the three-step framework he spent over $515,000 in personal development to build.Brian covers:Why acquisition alone will never get you to freedom, and the three-part Freedom Formula of Acquisition, Acclimation, and ArchitectureThe State, Story, Strategy framework and why 80% of your business problems are mental, not tacticalHow Brian went from $91K in revenue and nearly missing payroll to $182K in the same month the following year by changing one thingWhy the stories you tell yourself are the actual ceiling on your business and your bank accountThe unit economics breakdown Brian used live to map a member's path to $80K a month with one simple daily driverHow Action Academy went from $154K in a quarter to seven figures a quarter, and what actually caused the 600% increaseIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Send us Fan MailYou can be the kind of person who runs toward the work and still feel trapped in the same loop. That tension is what we unpack here: why smart, driven leaders and coaches can read the books, hire the mentors, try the strategies, and still hit the same wall. When effort doesn't produce change, it usually isn't a willpower problem. It's a “wrong level” problem.We dig into the difference between technical problems (what to do) and adaptive problems (how you think, what you believe, and who you are being while you do it). We talk about how subconscious beliefs quietly protect you by keeping you safe, how your brain collects evidence after a decision to prove you were right, and why that can lock in patterns even when you're taking constant action. If you've ever found yourself spiralling into “maybe I'm not good enough” after trying everything, you'll recognise exactly what we're pointing to.We also share what changed for us when we realised we were trying to fix a messaging problem that wasn't the real issue, and why conversations that get to the root can outperform automation when your best work is human. You'll leave with a simple question that can reset your entire approach, plus a resource to help you diagnose what's actually keeping you stuck. Subscribe, share this with a friend who's hitting a wall, and leave a review with the biggest insight you're taking into your week.Want to show up as the best version of you in the moments that matter most?Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz!Are trying everything, but you keep coming up against the same wall and nothing seems to be working?Are you putting in the action and energy, but nothing is improving?If so, that's what we built our "How to get Unstuck" quiz for.Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz. It's not about putting in more energy or action, it's about finding out what's actually keeping you stuck.

Date: June 7th, 2026 Scripture: Galatians 1:10 Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ. For more resources please visit crosslifechurch.org

Most rental property investors are working off the wrong math. The internet says five to ten properties will replace your income. The real number is closer to 40 - and once you see why, everything changes.Brian covers:Why $200 a month per door is the honest number most investors don't want to acceptThe 2D framework: why the investors who replace their income focus on dollars per move, not doorsHow Sierra quit her six figure job using note investing at 12 to 15% annual returnsWhy one self storage deal can create $250,000 in forced equity that rentals never couldThe three T's: target, timeline, and trade offs every investor needs to work throughWhy shifting vehicles compresses a 20 year rental timeline into a single acquisitionIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Most buyers lose the business deal before they ever submit an offer.In this episode, business broker Jordan Kelliher breaks down what actually happens behind the scenes when a great business hits the market, why brokers ignore most buyers, and how to separate yourself from the 200+ people competing for the same deal. Brian and Jordan cover:Why most buyers never get a call backHow brokers actually choose the winning buyerThe biggest mistakes first-time buyers makeWhy relationships matter more than spreadsheetsThe truth about seller financing and “no money down” dealsHow to stand out in a competitive acquisition marketIf you want to buy a business in the next 12 months, this episode will save you months of wasted time and missed deals.Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Getting from survival to stable in OCD recovery is real, hard-won progress — and it deserves to be celebrated. But staying in that "I'm fine" zone for too long comes with a hidden cost that most people don't see until they're sliding back toward survival mode.In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW explains why stabilizing is only the beginning — and what happens when you don't keep moving forward. If you've been feeling like you've improved but there's still something missing, this episode is for you.Whether you're navigating OCD, anxiety, or emotional avoidance patterns, this is the conversation that will help you understand what real, lasting recovery actually looks like — and why settling for "okay" keeps you from experiencing what's truly possible.

The Hidden Cost of Waiting: Why Wellness Practitioners Stay Stuck (and the Decision Matrix That Gets You Unstuck)Episode description (SEO):Let me guess — you're a wellness practitioner with a wealth of ideas and maybe even an online program idea living in your Notes app that you just can't seem to act on. You're not lazy. You're not unqualified. You're waiting. And waiting has a cost most practitioners never add up until they're three years down the road and nothing has changed.In this episode, Alison breaks down why not deciding is still a decision — and what it's actually costing you every single season you push it off. If you've been telling yourself "next quarter," "after the summer," "once things calm down," this one is for you. Hit play if you're ready to stop waiting and start building.In this episode:Why waiting isn't neutral — and the real price you're paying for every season you stay where you areWhy waiting doesn't always look like waiting — the disguises it wears so you don't have to call it what it isThe 4-Quadrant Decision Matrix that gets you out of your head and into a real choice — so the idea finally leaves the Notes appKey takeaways:Indecision is expensive. The cost just shows up later, quietly, and all at once."I'm not ready" is usually "I haven't decided" wearing a more respectable outfit.You don't need more certainty to move. You need a framework that makes the choice for you.Ready to actually build the thing?Tomorrow I'm hosting my free webinar, Replace Your In-Person Clinic Salary Online — where I'll show you exactly how skilled practitioners are building scalable online income beyond the treatment table. This is the room to be in if this episode hit a nerve. Save your seat at: https://100k-blueprint.pages.ontraport.net/work-from-homeGet into the 100K Online Group Program here: https://igniteurwellness.com/100k-online-practice-blueprint/Follow me on Instagram →  igniteyourwellnessbusinessReady to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website!→ https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/

Most people spend years trying to figure out which asset class is right for them. Ashley Lynds figured it out by ruling out everything that didn't light her up, and five months after joining Action Academy, she closed on a 9-key boutique hotel in Iowa with seller financing and a partner she found inside the community.In this episode, Brian and Ashley cover:How Ashley ruled out SBA business acquisition and landed on hospitalityHow she found her business partner Tyler through the Action Academy communityThe $615K deal structure with seller financing and a year-two refi planWhat the partnership split actually looks like and how they divided rolesThe mindset shift that changed how she views her W-2What's next for the property and her hospitality portfolioIf you want to find your asset class and get your first deal done in the next 12 months, this episode will show you exactly how one member did it. Curious as to how we've helped members acquire millions in cash-flowing assets? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Send us Fan MailYou can feel it starting: a comment lands wrong, your chest tightens, your mind races, and even while you're watching it happen you still can't stop the explosion. Marc unpacks why that experience isn't a character flaw and isn't a lack of self-awareness. It's your brain doing what it was trained to do over years: follow the strongest, most familiar pathway to keep you safe, even when it costs you connection, confidence, and leadership presence. We walk through what the “spiral” actually feels like on the inside, why “here we go again” becomes a self-fulfilling loop, and why trying to fix the behavior is often fixing the wrong problem. The real leverage point is earlier: the story your brain assigns to a neutral situation, the emotion that story creates in your body, and the reaction that follows. When the story is “they don't respect me” or “I can't do this,” your nervous system responds like it's under threat, and your old pattern runs on autopilot. You'll also hear what separates people who eventually break the pattern from people who stay stuck, why affirmations rarely take hold when an old belief feels like truth, and how unconscious beliefs quietly drive your reactions without you noticing. We talk about the deeper work of reprogramming: pausing, reflecting, choosing a new perspective on purpose, and getting support from someone who can spot what you can't see. If you want help finding your root belief, take the quiz at modoleadership.us/quiz and reach out for the free 20-minute call. If this helped, subscribe, share it with a friend who's stuck in a loop, and leave a review so more leaders can find the tools to respond instead of react.Want to show up as the best version of you in the moments that matter most?Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz!Are trying everything, but you keep coming up against the same wall and nothing seems to be working?Are you putting in the action and energy, but nothing is improving?If so, that's what we built our "How to get Unstuck" quiz for.Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz. It's not about putting in more energy or action, it's about finding out what's actually keeping you stuck.

In this episode, Brian Luebben breaks down the exact framework he has used to work six months a year while building a business doing over $10 million in revenue.Brian covers:Why both corporate America and traditional entrepreneurship broke himThe two seasons every high performer needs: acceleration and navigationHow reverse goal setting and Parkinson's Law make him more productive in less timeWhat his actual calendar looks like and how he knows when to switch seasonsWhy navigation is not vacation and how to tell the differenceHow to apply this framework whether you have a nine to five, young kids, or a growing businessThis is one of the most honest conversations Brian has had about how he actually structures his life and business - and why the finish line is never coming. Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this episode a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Send us Fan MailYou can be disciplined, self-aware, and deeply committed to growth and still feel like you are living the same week on repeat. That is exactly why we recorded this bonus conversation: to go inside our Growth Model and hand you a practical piece of the “how” you can use today, not just the theory.We break down why getting stuck is usually not a motivation problem or a knowledge problem. It is an unconscious perspective running in the background, often built from old pre-programming, that quietly drives your emotions, your energy, your actions and your results. We explain how the brain is designed to keep you safe and automate patterns, why it focuses on what is broken, wrong or missing, and how that creates an unconscious loop that keeps reinforcing itself.Then we teach the five-part Growth Model in plain language: reality, perspective, emotion, response and results. We walk through the four levels of self-coaching, from blaming the outside world, to taking ownership and shaming yourself, to interrupting the pattern in a micro moment, and finally to reprogramming so the new response becomes automatic. We also do a step-by-step example using a common trigger: the alarm goes off, you want to work out, and your mind says “I'm exhausted.” You will hear exactly how to shift the perspective so the emotion changes, the response changes, and the result starts moving.If you have ever tried accountability, new routines, or another program and still felt stuck, this will give you a clearer diagnosis and a cleaner next step. Subscribe to Modern Leadership Coaching, share this with a friend who is doing the work, and leave us a review. What micro moment are you going to coach yourself through this week?Want to show up as the best version of you in the moments that matter most?Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz!Are trying everything, but you keep coming up against the same wall and nothing seems to be working?Are you putting in the action and energy, but nothing is improving?If so, that's what we built our "How to get Unstuck" quiz for.Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz. It's not about putting in more energy or action, it's about finding out what's actually keeping you stuck.

College dropout Rob Beardsley started buying multifamily real estate at 21 years old. Today, his company manages over $1 billion in assets across 25 properties with more than 200 employees and zero investor losses. In this episode, Rob breaks down:How he scaled to $1B AUM before 30The biggest mistakes multifamily operators made during the boomWhy most Class C deals aren't worth the headacheThe real reason masterminds accelerate successHow to survive market cycles and scale the right wayWhy long-term thinking beats chasing fast moneyThis is one of the most practical conversations we've had on multifamily investing, scaling a real estate company, and building through difficult markets.Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Do you ever feel like you're behind or overthinking every move in your business or your life? Like you're waiting for the perfect moment to act, or you should be further along than you are? So many moms experience this, and it can leave you stuck, second-guessing, and spinning in place instead of moving forward.In this episode, I share the simple question that helps moms feel lighter, calmer, and able to actually take action and move forward. I explore why overthinking keeps us in a loop of hesitation and how asking this single, powerful question can shift your perspective and completely change the way you think about your business, your time, and your relationships.For more information, transcript, and show notes, click here: jenna.coach/106 Join me for a free consultation by clicking here: https://mom.jenna.coach/apply You're invited to join us every 2nd Thursday for my free Mom Entrepreneurs Circle. Sign up here: https://mom.jenna.coach/circle Keep up with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-rykiel and Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jrykiel3 If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate, review, and share the podcast! Your support helps the show reach moms just like you who are ready to quit their 9-to-5 in pursuit of a life and business they love. Click here for instructions on how to leave a review: https://jenna.coach/podcast/podcastlaunchMentioned in this episode:FREE, LIVE WEBINAR ON MAY 29Join me for Unstuck: How to Start the Business You Can't Stop Thinking About UNSTUCK is a free live webinar that will help you finally understand why you've been stuck — and what you actually need in order to start. It's happening on Friday, May 29th @ ​​​​​​​1pm ET/ 11am MT Click here to grab your spot: https://how-to-quit-your-job.captivate.fm/unstuck-maySign Up for Unstuck on May 29th Here

If you've been doing the work on your OCD or anxiety and you're no longer in crisis — that's real progress. But if you still feel like you're just 'managing' or waiting for the next episode to hit, this video is for you. Most people with OCD and anxiety move between Stage 1 (Surviving) and Stage 2 (Stabilizing) their whole lives — never realizing that Stages 3 and 4 even exist.In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, breaks down the four real internal stages of recovery — not just symptom management, but the complete journey from surviving panic and fear loops all the way to a life of trust, expansion, and genuine freedom. He explains why settling at Stage 2 actually leads to relapse, and what the path from Stage 2 to Stage 4 looks like in practice.This isn't about toxic positivity or telling you recovery is easy. It's a clear, honest map of what real recovery looks like — and a challenge to stop settling for 'good enough' when you're capable of living free.

Send us Fan MailSomeone comes to you stuck and you can feel the pressure to say the perfect thing. You reach for advice, a pep talk, or a quick solution, and somehow it still doesn't help. We name what's really happening: you're not failing because you don't care enough or because you “aren't confident.” You're missing a repeatable coaching skill for hard conversations, and most of us were never trained to build it.Marc unpacks what “winging it” looks like from the inside and why, under stress, we fall back to muscle memory. We talk about the common trap of becoming a consultant or cheerleader, how that can accidentally create limiting beliefs, and why strong leadership coaching relies on questions that reveal what's driving behavior. We also draw a bright line between guiding and controlling: you can be asking questions and still steer the person toward your preferred answer with leading prompts that plant the wrong story.You'll hear how this skill translates across roles, whether you're a manager, a parent, or a coach, and why having a simple process (like a growth model approach) changes your presence. When you know what you're doing, people feel it, trust it, and take action. We close with a challenge scenario you can think through before next week.If this helps, subscribe, share it with someone who leads people, and leave a quick review. What's your default when someone gets emotional in the room?Want to show up as the best version of you in the moments that matter most?Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz!Are trying everything, but you keep coming up against the same wall and nothing seems to be working?Are you putting in the action and energy, but nothing is improving?If so, that's what we built our "How to get Unstuck" quiz for.Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz. It's not about putting in more energy or action, it's about finding out what's actually keeping you stuck.

No matter where you are in your faith journey, you are one step from unstuck. In this message, we look at four spiritual starting points that show up throughout Scripture — and what it looks like to take the next step from each one. Some of us want Jesus nearby but not in control. Some of us believe, but are wrestling with doubt at the same time. Some of us are still asking questions, circling the edges of faith. And some of us carry the weight of a past failure, convinced our worst moment defines us. The good news is that none of these starting points disqualify you. Felix, the father in Mark 9, Nicodemus, and Peter all show us that God meets people exactly where they are — and invites them forward. Delayed obedience is still disobedience. Faith and struggle can exist in the same heart simultaneously. At some point, faith requires a step. And your worst moment does not have to become your permanent identity. Wherever you're starting from today, the next step is closer than you think.

In this episode, Brian Luebben breaks down the exact business philosophy he stole from Walt Disney's 1957 mind map and used to build a portfolio of companies now doing over $15 million per year. Brian walks through his own mind map live - the one he drew in 2023 before making his first dollar in business - and shows how Action Academy, Sexton World, Sexton Hospitality, and his business and real estate fund all connect and feed each other like a flywheel. Plus, he shares the "plant trees, manage orchards" framework that changed how he thinks about building and scaling businesses for the long term.Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

"It all has to come from within. So we each have to be in conversation with ourselves and with the work. It's really a relationship, not a project," says Ramona Ausubel, author of Unstuck: A Writer's Guide.Today we have Ramona Ausubel, author of Unstuck: A Writer's Guide. It's published by Tin House.Ramona's curriculum vitae is pretty dope. She's the author of the novels The Last Animal, Sons and Daughters of East and Plenty and No One is Here Except All of Us and the craft book Unstuck: 101 Doorways Leading from the Blank Page to the Last Page.Had a TON of fun with this one and it's a craft bomb.Ramona's work has appeared in The New Yorker, Tin House, The New York Times, Electric Literature, and The Paris Review online. She has taught with Tin House, Bread Loaf, and she's a professor at Colorado State University.This is a really fun and really crafty chat. We talk about: Why people want to be writers in the first place The people who stick around Coming up with ways through It's a relationship not a project No writing is ever wasted Nobody needs a kind-of-written book Submission clubs The offering is the action Community Shame, doubt, and envy Lifelong process of voice Inviting in other influences When querying asking 'who will you be?' PlatformYou can learn more about Ramona at ramonaausubel.com and follow her on Instagram @ramonaausubel.If you like this episode, I would definitely check out: Eps. 48 and 207 with Roy Peter Clark Ep. 49 with Dinty W. Moore Ep. 50 with Ted Conover

Everyone gets stuck. And in this interview with writer and teacher Ramona Ausubel, we talk about why this is normal and practical, usable ways to meet a page when we don't think we can go on. Drawing from her newest book, Unstuck:101 Doorways leading from the Blank Page to the Last Page, Ramona shares with us why certain strategies work only at certain stages of creative projects. We talk about finding patterns, ways to develop characters and create scenes, different ways to approach different drafts, the half-draft approach, finding opposition and so much more.Ramona Ausubel is the national bestselling author of Unstuck: 101 Doorways Leading From the Blank Page to the Last Page, The Last Animal, Awayland: stories, Sons and Daughters of Ease and Plenty, A Guide to Being Born and No One is Here Except All of Us. She is the recipient of the National Book Foundation Science + Literature Prize, the PEN/USA Fiction Award, the Cabell First Novelist Award and has been a finalist for both the California and Colorado Book Awards and the New York Public Library Young Lions Award. Her work has been published in The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Paris Review daily, One Story, Tin House, The Oxford American, Ploughshares and elsewhere. She is a professor at Colorado State University and lives in Boulder, Colorado with her family. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emergingform.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Brian Luebben sits down with his girlfriend Nathalia Lopez for her very first podcast appearance on the Action Academy Podcast. Nathalia opens up about her journey from a high-powered corporate career in legal and board governance at the nation's largest municipally-owned utility company to leaving it all behind. Together, they share the raw, emotional process of Nathalia leaving corporate America, the couple's vision retreat that aligned their goals, and the financial reverse-engineering strategy that made their dream life possible, including the real estate professional tax strategy. Plus, they reveal how they manifested each other years before they met.Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

One of the biggest lies moms tell themselves when they start a business is that it's supposed to feel easy eventually. And when something feels hard for long enough, it's natural to start questioning whether it's meant for you. But what if feeling hard isn't a sign that something has gone wrong, but actually worthwhile?In this episode, I talk about what it really means when life and business feel hard and share a completely different way to think about hard, one that can change how you approach business, motherhood, and life in general.For more information, transcript, and show notes, click here: jenna.coach/105 Join me for a free consultation by clicking here: https://mom.jenna.coach/apply You're invited to join us every 2nd Thursday for my free Mom Entrepreneurs Circle. Sign up here: https://mom.jenna.coach/circle Keep up with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-rykiel and Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jrykiel3 If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate, review, and share the podcast! Your support helps the show reach moms just like you who are ready to quit their 9-to-5 in pursuit of a life and business they love. Click here for instructions on how to leave a review: https://jenna.coach/podcast/podcastlaunchMentioned in this episode:FREE, LIVE WEBINAR ON MAY 29Join me for Unstuck: How to Start the Business You Can't Stop Thinking About UNSTUCK is a free live webinar that will help you finally understand why you've been stuck — and what you actually need in order to start. It's happening on Friday, May 29th @ ​​​​​​​1pm ET/ 11am MT Click here to grab your spot: https://how-to-quit-your-job.captivate.fm/unstuck-maySign Up for Unstuck on May 29th Here

If you've been using ERP or the Triple-A Response and still feel stuck, this episode explains why. Matt Codde, LCSW breaks down one of the most misunderstood concepts in OCD and anxiety recovery: the difference between chasing a future free of intrusive thoughts versus ascending to a higher level of consciousness where those thoughts lose their grip.Most people in OCD recovery are secretly operating from a cause-and-effect loop: "If I eliminate the thoughts, I'll eliminate the anxiety." Matt explains why this Newtonian paradigm keeps you oscillating in the same cycle — and why recovery only becomes possible when you stop treating it as a destination and start treating it as a shift in consciousness.Using Einstein's principle that you can't solve a problem from the same level of consciousness that created it, this episode reframes the entire goal of recovery tools like ERP and the Triple-A Response — and shows you what it actually looks like when they start working.

Have you ever had a brilliant idea — something you were genuinely excited about — and then done absolutely nothing with it? Or gone all-in on a goal, white-knuckled it for a few weeks, and then watched the whole thing collapse? I've been on both sides of that. Today I want to introduce you to a single, practical skill that changed how I approach almost everything in my life. It's called iteration — and I don't love the word either, but stay with me, because this might be the reframe you've been waiting for.Why We Keep Getting Stuck: The All-or-Nothing TrapMost of us were taught to treat big changes like a straight line: decide, commit, execute, finish. When it doesn't go that way, we decide we failed. Iteration rejects that entirely. Your first attempt was never supposed to be the final answer — it was supposed to give you information. Every attempt is data, not a verdict.What Iteration Actually MeansIteration is a loop, not a line: try something small, collect honest feedback, adjust, and go again. Scientists, designers, athletes, and software teams live by this. At some point, we decided regular people weren't allowed to operate this way. We are. You have more than one shot.Why Small Experiments Work BetterSmall experiments carry lower risk, produce real-world data faster than research ever could, and build the one thing no amount of reading gives you: actual confidence. And here's the kicker — a 1% improvement, repeated, doesn't add up linearly. It compounds dramatically. The tenth version of something is not ten times better than the first; it's in an entirely different league.Iteration in Real Life: Career, Health, Relationships, Creative WorkThe principle is portable. Thinking about a career change? Test it before you quit. Overhauling your health? Add one vegetable serving for ten days. Want to shift a relationship dynamic? Ask one honest question instead of staging the big conversation. Podcasting? Every episode is an iteration. Every area of life where you want growth is a place where small experiments pay off.A Repeatable Five-Step ProcessPick one specific thing. Design a small, time-bound experiment. Run it and capture what actually happens. Review it with curiosity, not judgment. Adjust and go again. That's it. A ten-minute Sunday review ritual is more than enough.What Derails This — and How to Avoid ItPerfectionism, no feedback loop, fear of looking flaky, and analysis paralysis are the four main traps. Iteration isn't flakiness — people who change directions without learning anything based on a mood are flaky. Updating your approach based on real information is the definition of good judgment. Set a timer, make the call, and get moving.You don't need a perfect plan. You need a small experiment and the willingness to pay attention to what happened. The people who make real progress in their lives aren't the ones who got it right the first time — they're the ones who kept adjusting.Jill's Linkshttp://jillfromthenorthwoods.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@startwithsmallstepshttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/startwithsmallstepshttps://twitter.com/schmernEmail the podcast at jill@startwithsmallsteps.comBy choosing to watch this video or listen to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are doing so of your own free will. The content shared here reflects personal experiences and opinions and is intended for informational and inspirational purposes only. I am not a licensed therapist, life coach, or mental health professional. Any habits, strategies, or suggestions offered should not be considered a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or counseling advice. Results vary — small steps look different for everyone. You are solely responsible for any decisions or actions you take based on this content.

Zach Babischkin went from corporate sales and startup logistics to opening a boutique gym franchise in Nashville -- four days after his second child was born. In this episode, he and Brian break down the full acquisition journey: franchise discovery, a year of delays, and what it actually takes to go from W-2 to business owner.We cover:Why they chose a franchise over buying an existing businessHow leasing agents used their LOIs against themSurviving a government shutdown, Trump tariffs, and a Nashville ice storm in one dealWhat Brian looks for before backing an operatorWhy 92% of business partners have a bad operating agreementThe difference between franchise pros and the cons nobody warns you aboutHow to build a partnership agreement that holds up when things get hardWhy Brian tells every 21-year-old to go get a job firstBalancing a newborn, a new business, and a marriage at the same timeGive this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Tim Ensmann went from scaling 20+ Airbnbs to developing experiential boutique resorts across the U.S. In this episode, he breaks down how he transitioned from short-term rentals into boutique hotels, raised capital for multiple resort projects, and turned undervalued mom-and-pop properties into multi-million dollar hospitality assets. We cover:Why bigger deals are often easier than small onesTurning a $1.5M property into a $4.7M resortThe future of boutique hospitalityRaising capital and structuring hotel dealsWhy experiences outperform commodity real estateHow strategic partnerships accelerate growthLifestyle-first entrepreneurship and long-term wealth buildingCurious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Send us Fan MailYou can be disciplined, coachable, and genuinely hungry to grow and still feel like nothing is changing. That's the kind of stuck we're tackling here: the version that hides under effort, learning, and nonstop action, then quietly turns every new idea into the same old wall.We walk through why most high performers assume the issue is strategy, then keep cycling through tactics, tools, and advice. But when you're doing “all the right things” and the outcome stays the same, the real constraint is often underneath the surface. We talk about how we spot that as coaches by listening beyond the words and treating stuck as an adaptive challenge, not a technical problem. We also share a powerful concept from Wealthy and Well Known: you're best equipped to help the person you used to be, and getting clear on that can sharpen your message and your impact.From there we get practical about what's really running the show: subconscious belief patterns that act like outdated software. We unpack examples like “I'm not enough” and “Everything depends on me,” how they can drive overcommitting, weak boundaries, reactive leadership, and confidence issues, and why even great advice can miss the point if the root isn't identified. You'll also hear a simple reflection prompt to uncover where you've tried the most but moved the least, plus what it actually takes to reprogram the pattern through reps and consistent support.If this hits home, listen through, share it with a friend who's stuck in the hustle loop, and subscribe so you don't miss what's next. After you listen, what belief do you suspect has been quietly driving your decisions?The book discussed in this episode is:"Wealthy and Well-Known: Build Your Personal Brand and Turn Your Reputation into Revenue", by Rory and AJ Vaden.Want to show up as the best version of you in the moments that matter most?Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz!Are trying everything, but you keep coming up against the same wall and nothing seems to be working?Are you putting in the action and energy, but nothing is improving?If so, that's what we built our "How to get Unstuck" quiz for.Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz. It's not about putting in more energy or action, it's about finding out what's actually keeping you stuck.

When you feel stuck, it's hard to see a path forward. Buddhability sat down with Kimberly Cadillo, Tom Hatton and Marco Giannavola for our first ever live taping to tell their stories of getting unstuck.Watch the live taping on our YouTube channel.

Most entrepreneurs don't own a business. Their business owns them.In this episode, Brian breaks down the exact systems, frameworks, and operational changes he implemented to prepare Action Academy to run without him for 8 weeks while traveling through Europe. He covers:The 8 systems every scalable business needsKPI scorecards and accountability frameworksHow to stop being the “chief problem solver”Building leaders instead of employeesSOPs, AI agents, and operational leverageFounder detachment and letting go of controlWhy freedom and control cannot coexistIf you want a business that can grow without your constant presence, this episode is for you.Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Cody Berman reached financial freedom at 25 while spending just $24K a year. During that same stretch, his income doubled three years in a row from $96K to over $1M.In this episode, Cody breaks down the simple but powerful math behind his journey: 11 rental units producing $3,700/month in cash flow, a digital products business generating $10K/month, and $500K invested in the stock market by his mid-20s.We cover:Why margin matters more than what you invest inPercentage-based spending and why dollar amounts can be misleadingHow to get aligned with your spouse on financial freedomThe 4 types of side hustles and which ones actually scaleMonthly money meetings and annual life reviewsWhy increasing income beats obsessing over tax loopholesHow Cody unlearned the scarcity mindset after becoming financially freeCody also shares lessons from his new book, Retire by 30.Get the book: www.retireby30book.comCheck out our first episode together where we break down Cody's digital products business:https://youtu.be/1uJFGuGQ3Bc?si=I-fsVM1km3vYeT2eFollow Cody:Instagram: @CodyDBermanCurious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Weight loss doesn't fail overnight.It usually happens slowly… through all-or-nothing thinking, unrealistic expectations, and patients feeling like they have to “start over” every Monday.In this episode, I'm joined by registered dietitian Sam Barone for a conversation about sustainable weight loss, behavior change, and why the best “diet” might not be a diet at all. We unpack the real reason patients struggle to maintain weight loss, how to shift away from perfectionism, and why focusing only on the scale often backfires long term.If you work with patients trying to lose weight, struggling with emotional eating, or feeling frustrated after “falling off track,” this episode will give you practical ways to reframe the conversation.What You'll Learn:Why patients don't ONLY want the number on the scaleHow perfectionism sabotages sustainable weight lossThe role of identity and self-talk in long-term behavior changeHow clinicians can help patients stop “starting over”This episode is packed with relatable insights and realistic strategies for helping patients build healthier habits that last, without guilt, shame, or extremes.Resources mentioned:Behavior Change ToolkitSam's Podcast More Than a Number Episode 5:  Bariatric Nutrition BasicsAny Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week.Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer. 

Most people struggling with OCD and anxiety have tried everything: reading, therapy, tools, strategies — and still feel stuck. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW walks through the real reason recovery stalls, and it has nothing to do with lack of information or resources.The problem is a paradigm — a way of seeing the problem that keeps producing the same result no matter what you try. Until that shifts, no tool will break the loop. Matt explains exactly what that paradigm looks like, why it's invisible to the person living inside it, and what needs to change first.If you've felt like you understand OCD intellectually but still can't break free, this video is specifically for you.

16 months ago, Zack Metcalf was listening to the Action Academy podcast while working in pharmaceutical sales and buying one rental property a year.Today, he's developing boutique micro resorts, partnering on a 240-acre hospitality project in New York, and speaking on stages alongside entrepreneurs he once looked up to.In this episode, Zack breaks down:Why he outgrew traditional rental investingThe power of getting in bigger roomsHow masterminds accelerated his growthLessons from losing $25K on a failed dealThe mindset shift from employee to developerWhy alignment matters more than moneyThis episode is about betting on yourself, thinking bigger, and taking action before you feel ready.Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Send us Fan MailEveryone calls it burnout, but we've learned a hard truth the long way: sometimes the thing draining you isn't the work. It's the isolation. When you're the person everyone leans on, it can feel “normal” to carry the pressure alone, keep your doubts private, and silently grind harder. That's not strength. It's a setup for overwhelm, poor decisions, and a leadership role that starts to feel unsustainable.We talk through the difference between real burnout and the exhaustion that comes from trying to shoulder everything yourself. We dig into why leaders convince themselves they must have all the answers, never show weakness, and solve problems in a silo and how that mindset becomes a single point of failure for the whole team. Then we share what we see work in real organisations: bringing problems to the group, inviting different perspectives (including the naysayers), and building true buy-in through collaboration instead of control.We also get practical about decision-making. Isolation makes you narrow-minded over time, and even AI can accidentally reinforce that if you use it like a best friend that agrees with you. We explain how to use AI as a thought partner that challenges your assumptions, while still relying on the human element you only get from real conversations. Finally, we call out how pride can hide inside everyday language like “I'm busy” or “I'm exhausted” and how those labels can trap you into a lifestyle you didn't choose.If any of this hits home, share this with a leader who needs it, subscribe for more Modern Leadership Coaching, and leave a review. What's one area where you're ready to stop carrying it alone?Want to show up as the best version of you in the moments that matter most?Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz!Are trying everything, but you keep coming up against the same wall and nothing seems to be working?Are you putting in the action and energy, but nothing is improving?If so, that's what we built our "How to get Unstuck" quiz for.Start by taking our 2-minute quiz at modernleadership.us/quiz. It's not about putting in more energy or action, it's about finding out what's actually keeping you stuck.

Over the last 5 years, Brian Luebben spent $889,000 on personal development across coaches, courses, masterminds, events, and agencies… and this episode breaks down exactly what happened because of it.From putting a $5K mastermind on a credit card to building a multi-million dollar business, Brian shares the real ROI behind the investments that changed his life, along with the ones that completely flopped.In this episode:How one $5K event led to millions in revenueWhy Brian spent 45% of his income on self-development at one pointThe mindset shift that helped him leave corporate AmericaThe masterminds and coaches that produced the biggest ROIThe courses and agencies that were complete failuresHow Action Academy was built from relationships and proximityWhy events became the highest ROI investment categoryThis is one of the most transparent breakdowns Brian has ever shared on money, mentorship, business growth, and investing in yourself.If you've ever wondered whether masterminds, coaching, or personal development are actually worth it… this episode is for you.Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

If you struggle with false memory OCD or real event OCD, you know how exhausting it feels to replay the past over and over trying to find certainty. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW explains why OCD traps people in mental compulsions like rumination, memory checking, reassurance seeking, and endless analysis.This episode breaks down why false memory OCD is not actually about the past — it's about escaping uncomfortable emotions in the present moment. Matt explains the deeper fear loop behind OCD and how recovery begins when you stop treating the theme as the problem.Whether you're dealing with intrusive thoughts, guilt, uncertainty, anxiety, or fear around something that may or may not have happened, this episode offers a grounded framework for understanding and breaking the OCD cycle.

Justin and Ashley Eaton built a 4-store laundromat portfolio in just 2.5 years after realizing rental properties weren't producing the cash flow they wanted.In this episode, they break down:Why they shifted from real estate to laundromatsBuying “zombie mats” for as little as $25KTurning one store into $32K/month gross revenueHow they automated operations and built systemsThe truth about “passive income”Raising capital after proving the model themselvesThis is one of the best conversations we've had on buying boring businesses, operating well, and scaling the right way.Follow Justin & Ashley:@justin__eaton@ashgriff_Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

If OCD or anxiety has left you feeling empty, hopeless, or like the joy has been completely stripped from your life — you're not broken. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW breaks down exactly why OCD and anxiety create emotional numbness, apathy, and depression as a secondary effect, and what you actually need to do to move through it.Most people assume OCD is just about fear and intrusive thoughts. But for many people — especially those who have been stuck in the loop for months or years — the experience shifts into something heavier: a kind of emotional flatness where hope feels distant and joy seems impossible. Matt explains how this happens neurologically using polyvagal theory, and why the instinct to "work on the depression" actually keeps you stuck.The path out isn't what you'd expect. Instead of focusing on the numbness itself, you learn to confront the very thing your nervous system has been running from. This episode gives you the framework to understand what's happening and why facing the fear — not managing the depression — is what actually restores your emotional life

What does it really take to leave your W2 and build a life on your terms?In this episode, Brian sits down with Andrew Bennett to break down his journey from a stable corporate job to owning multiple businesses with his wife.Andrew shares why his first attempt at leaving his job failed, what changed the second time, and how a combination of pressure, vision, and environment finally pushed him to make the decision.They also walk through the deal that changed everything. A 12,000 sq ft building acquired with seller financing that is now being turned into a health and wellness center and café, something Andrew and his wife had talked about for years. This episode covers: Leaving your W2 and why timing is never perfect  Turning pressure and uncertainty into action  Why environment and proximity matter more than information  How Andrew structured his first major deal  The mindset shift from saving money to building wealth The biggest takeaway:Taking action changes everything.Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beIf you are serious about building a life on your terms and want to surround yourself with people who are actually doing it, go to: https://actionacademy.com?el=action_academy_podcastIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

If you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

Most people with OCD focus on the visible rituals — washing, checking, or avoiding. But the compulsions that most often keep the loop alive are invisible: they happen entirely inside your head. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, breaks down the five mental compulsions that he sees most often in his work with OCD and anxiety clients — behaviors like rumination, mental checking, mental reviewing, mental reassurance, and mental neutralization.If you've ever wondered why your OCD isn't getting better even though you've cut back on physical rituals, this episode is for you. Matt explains that 80–90% of most people's compulsive behavior is mental — and most therapists never even address it. Understanding these patterns is the first step toward breaking the loop for good.Matt also explains why the distinction between the intrusive thought (the obsession — outside your control) and everything you do afterward (the compulsion — within your agency) is the key insight that empowers real recovery.

If you've ever wondered how people raise millions of dollars to fund deals, this episode breaks it down step by step. Brian sits down with capital raising expert Adit Shah to unpack exactly how everyday professionals can go from small deals to raising serious money and scaling into commercial real estate and business acquisitions.They dive into the mindset shifts required to raise capital, why most people struggle to get started, and how to position yourself as the bridge between investors and opportunities. From structuring your pitch to building trust, assembling the right team, and avoiding the biggest mistakes that kill deals, this episode is a tactical blueprint for anyone looking to raise their first $1M and beyond.You'll also hear real stories of people inside Action Academy who have successfully raised millions, plus the hard truths about investor responsibility, communication, and what it actually takes to steward other people's money at a high level. Whether you are trying to break out of corporate, scale your portfolio, or deploy capital more effectively, this episode will change how you think about money, leverage, and opportunity.Curious as to how we've bought multiple businesses and built millions in equity? Give this video a watch for a full breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cviipnGtDWI&feature=youtu.beAnd if you're serious about replacing your 9–5 income with cash flow you actually own and control, go to www.actionacademy.comIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community

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This episode is a masterclass in what it really looks like to build wealth while navigating real life. Aaron and Andrea share how they went from dual W2 incomes and a growing rental portfolio to raising $2.8M and developing a $13.4M residential assisted living project, all while raising three young kids and completely reinventing their financial future.They break down the exact moment they realized their current path would not get them where they wanted to go, why they walked away from “safe” strategies, and how they found an asset class that aligned with both their financial goals and personal mission. From building the right team and finding mentors to navigating a complex capital raise and overcoming major setbacks, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to operate at a higher level.If you have been thinking about making a bigger move, whether that is buying a business, scaling beyond rentals, or stepping into ownership, this episode will challenge how you think about risk, growth, and what is truly possible when you commit to a long-term vision.And if you're serious about replacing your 9–5 income with cash flow you actually own and control, go to www.actionacademy.comIf you want to leave corporate America in the next 6-18 months - you should check out our Action Academy Community