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Scott Carson has been an active real estate investor and entrepreneur since 2002, focusing on the niche of distressed mortgage notes.  Since 2008 he has purchased over $1 Billion in distressed notes on residential and commercial properties all across the country. He has helped thousands of real estate investors and entrepreneurs create wealth through his classes helping his students close thousands of deals.  He also hosts the podcast, the Note Closers Show Podcast.  An avid sports fan, he spends his free time traveling, gardening, and making memories.  He calls Austin, Texas home. Podcast Email

Jennie "AdrenaJen" Milton is an accomplished extreme sports athlete, champion snowkiter, and trailblazing kitesurfing icon who has transformed her thrilling life into a journey of empowerment and inspiration. With numerous accolades, including titles as the Australian Kitesurfing Champion and a globally ranked Snowkite Champion, Jennie's career is built on courage, resilience, and a deep passion for the outdoors. Her life story is a testament to her unstoppable spirit, marked by adventures in Alaska's backcountry, surviving avalanches, and even escaping polar bears. Known for her engaging and high-energy approach, Jennie coaches women in snowkiting camps, teaching them not just the technical skills of the sport but also how to conquer their fears and build unshakable confidence. She brings this same energy to her role as a keynote speaker, where her talks blend real-life adventure stories with actionable strategies, helping audiences face their own fears and challenges with newfound courage. Her popular "Fear

Sheela Krisha is a transcendental sound healer. When she sings people have extrasensory and somatic releasing experiences. People who experience her sound have shared seeing colours, going into a deep meditative state, having out of body experiences, healing relational trauma in their unconscious mind and so much more. In addition, Sheela is a whole human leadership coach and facilitator of women's transformational retreats and events. She has over 20 years of experience practicing and sharing yoga, and has been immersed in the personal development and coaching world for over a decade. She is passionate about helping people find & share their authentic voice. Through her work, she has helped people find life after loss, attract love, release substance addictions, articulate and live their purpose, lose weight and live with greater confidence as their authentic selves. Website Previous Ep1055 (2016)  

Meet Kara Mayer Robinson — interviewer, licensed therapist, mental health advisor, journalist, event host, emcee, and moderator, and people person. Kara is all about getting to know you as you really are. If you sit across from Kara during an interview, at a live event, or at a café, she’s 100% there with you, totally connected, in the zone. You feel it. You appreciate it. You feel connected. It’s no surprise, then, that celebrities and beyond are quick to say “yes” when Kara asks them to be on her show (or to hang out over coffee). There’s just something about Kara that feels good to be around. Plus, you often walk away with a quick tip or two on whatever’s going on in your life. A trusted friend and confidante, Kara lives by the words “Tell me everything—from the beginning.” And it works. Kara has carved out an interesting career, especially with an unexpected and winding path. (She shared it a few times on Really Famous. It involves an accounting degree, Comedy Central, Bob Newhart, Columbia University, a

Bryan Gile is a six-time world-record-holding professional skydiver with over 12,000 skydives, an entrepreneur, and public speaker. He developed and tested the systems of Be Great Be Happy after setting his first skydiving world record, learning three foreign languages, and serving as the North American Director of Sales for the largest man-made surf park manufacturer in the world. Send Audience To: Website Book Instagram Facebook TikTok

Carrie Severson is a burnout, author, speaker, business owner, wife, bonus mom, and caregiver. She first experienced burnout in 2012 when she created and ran a nonprofit for girls that grew nationally. Her first memoir, Unapologetically Enough, was a big hit and led to burnout recovery workshops for Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and healthcare networks nationwide. Her follow-up book, The Enoughness Method, is a guided journal supporting readers through their burnout journey. She lives in Arizona and is always up for a chat at www.carrieseverson.com. Socials: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok

Jay Owen is a visionary entrepreneur and seasoned business growth expert. He serves as the CEO of Business Builders, a marketing agency he started in 1999 at the age of 17. Business Builders empowers organizations and businesses of all sizes to get attention and acquire customers. Business Builders is a top StoryBrand Certified Agency, A HubSpot Platinum Partner, and has made the Inc. 5000 list two times. Jay is also the author of the book "Building a Business that Lasts" and hosts a podcast by the same title where he's interviewed over 100 business leaders with at least a decade of experience. Outside of the business, Jay has served on multiple non-profit organizations including Foundation Modulus in Haiti and United Way St. Johns in St. Augustine. Away from the business world, Jay treasures quality time with his wife, Claire, and their five children. They can often be found enjoying the sunshine and warmth of their beautiful hometown, St. Augustine, Florida. Links: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn  Podc

As co-host of the top marriage podcast in Apple Podcasts, the ONE Extraordinary Marriage Show, Alisa DiLorenzo and her husband Tony speak to a worldwide audience about sex, love & commitment, and challenge every listener to make their relationship a priority. Alisa is the ONE Extraordinary Marriage Coach, Founder of the BOLD Wives Club, and she's the author of 9 books including the best-seller: The 6 Pillars of Intimacy: The Secret to an Extraordinary Marriage. This book has transformed countless marriages with its simple, practical, and powerful framework. Get ready to be intentional and take action in all areas of your marriage with Alisa's no-nonsense approach.  Links: ONE Extraordinary Marriage BOLD Wives Club

Devan Gonzalez is a powerhouse in the fitness and personal development space. With a career that began at just 13 years old as a martial arts instructor, Devan has spent nearly two decades helping others transform their lives—physically, mentally, and professionally. He discovered his passion for fitness and mentorship early on, launching a 6-figure personal training business that served athletes and beginners alike—all without relying on the typical online model. His unique, in-person approach set him apart in a digital world. By age 28, Devan became a gym owner, realizing his dream of creating a fitness community rooted in growth, resilience, and lasting transformation. Not stopping there, he co-founded and scaled Strive 11 Fitness into a thriving franchise model. Today, as CEO of Strive 11 International, Inc., Devan leads a fast-growing network of franchisees who share his mission of building stronger minds and bodies. He also hosts The Mindset Cafe podcast, where he shares strategies on overcoming mental

With over 2 decades of experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work, 10+ years developing the future science and technology workforce, and multiple publications on DEI in STEM, Dr. AJ Lauer is a leading expert on workforce development in science and technology fields. Dr. Lauer's 1:1 clients have held leadership roles at Amazon, Stitch Fix, The Ohio State University, the National Center for Atmospheric Research, and the American Meteorological Society. Additionally, Dr. Lauer has presented workshops for faculty at Virginia Tech, the planning committee of the International Supercomputing Conference, and the DEI committee for the NASA GLOBE Program. She has presented talks at the International Women in High Performance Computing Workshop, Disrupt HR Denver, and the University of Illinois. Clients appreciate her ability to make leadership and DEI concepts actionable and relevant to their specific challenges. One client said, "The way she made complex concepts accessible and relevant to my situation

Paul Jarrett is a Logistics Entrepreneur with the inside scoop for outsiders. Born in a Nebraska Trailer Park, honing Team skills on the football field, and earning his chops working from New York City to San Francisco, Paul shares rare perspectives from doing. From launch and scale to optimization, Paul's honest and authentic "cut the ship" approach has attracted giants like American Express, BuzzFeed, Clorox, and Disney to join the Bulu roster. As CEO, Co-Founder and now Co-Owner of Bulu, the goal is simple: empower any company to ship like a major brand. More at BuluGroup.com & PaulJarrett.com Email

Saelese Haynes is a civil Attorney-at-Law of 12+ years' call and a National Scholar of Trinidad and Tobago. She has been called to both the Bar of Trinidad of Tobago and to the Bar of England and Wales. She is the Head of Chambers at Titan Chambers which she founded in 2018 in an effort to streamline and further explore dynamic and developing areas of the law and to promote a client centric approach to the provision of legal services. Her practice is primarily focused on providing corporate and commercial legal services, including General Legal Counsel, Corporate Secretarial and Compliance functions to local businesses. Saelese is passionate about projects that change the legal landscape in Trinidad and Tobago and that make it easier to do business. In the companies that she works for as external legal Counsel, she ensures that she executes and implements target-driven plans to increase compliance KPIs, including 'softer' compliance targets such as enhancing diversity alongside core regulatory compliance matt

Robert J Hunt is "The Accountability Guy" and the co-author of the book "Nobody Cares...until you do." He is a business owner in the Dallas/Fort Worth Texas area and helps leaders remove the things that keep them from being their best. Robert is an Executive Coach who runs CEO Groups in DFW since 2013 and he brings that experience and wisdom to help people reach their goals. Robert has been married 25 years to his beautiful wife Kathy, and has two adult children also living in Texas. He is passionate about his faith, his purpose, his family and his quest to help people be their best. Website Email

Debra Ruh is a globally recognized market influencer and advocate for the inclusion of people with disabilities. With over 500,000 followers on social media, she is among the top 2% of voices on LinkedIn, making her a powerful voice in the spheres of technology for all (Tech4All), technology for good (Tech4Good), and AI for good (AI4Good). Debra has spoken at numerous multinational corporations, the United Nations, and the World Bank, emphasizing the importance of accessible technology and inclusive practices. She has authored three impactful books on disability inclusion and the role of technology in creating a more equitable world. As the founder of Ruh Global IMPACT, a think tank focused on disability inclusion, Debra has driven forward-thinking initiatives and fostered global dialogues on these critical issues. Additionally, she co-founded Billion Strong, the world's first grassroots identity organization for people with disabilities. Billion Strong aims to unite the global disability community, enhancing

I am a woman who has conquered many challenges. My life experiences include addiction of a loved one, domestic violence, single mom-hood, blending a family, and parenting children with ADHD, all while climbing the professional ladder. I started trying to tell my story through standup comedy. Sarcasm and honesty have always been embraced in my family, and I've learned these skills are uniquely suited to making others laugh. I formed a Women's Comedy Open Mic in my town, which has allowed me to help encourage the growth of others. I am currently working on my 1st book, the story of how my life went upside down when I learned about my 1st husband's addiction and the people who helped me come back stronger. As a speaker I am exploring new ways to share my story to remind others that they aren't alone, and inspire them to live their dreams. Website

Elaine Pofeldt is an independent journalist and speaker who specializes in entrepreneurship and careers. She is author of the upcoming book Tiny Business, Big Money (W.W. Norton & Co., Feb. 15, 2022), now available for pre-order. She is also author of the new book The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business (Random House), where she looks at how entrepreneurs are scaling to $1 million in revenue prior to hiring employees**.** As a senior editor at Fortune Small Business magazine, she was twice nominated for the National Magazine Award for her feature stories. Her work has appeared in FORTUNE, Money, CNBC, Inc., Forbes, Crain’s New York Business and many other business publications and she is a contributor to the Economist Intelligence Unit. Elaine is also available to help clients with projects such as blogging,ghost writing, white papers, reports, ebooks,custom content, academic editing, and proposal writing and editing at Elaine Pofeldt, LLC. Having built traffic Fortune Small Business Online from a fledgli

Hi, I'm Daniel Lucas and I share tools, tips and insights to fuel a life worth living. I'm the inventor and founder of the Sproutspout and host of the Chasing Energy podcast. I'm not just a health entrepreneur; I'm a lifelong learner passionate about unlocking human potential through nutrition, fitness, and mindset. On Chasing Energy, I delve into the science behind peak performance, exploring topics like nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management, and cognitive enhancement. I interview leading experts and share practical strategies for optimizing your health and well-being. My goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to live a vibrant, energized life. I'm excited to share my story, insights, and experiences with your audience. Whether you're a health enthusiast, athlete, biohacker, or simply someone looking to feel your best, I believe we can all benefit from a deeper understanding of how our bodies and minds work. So let's dive into the world of sprouts, nutrition, and the pursuit of

Ellen Tyler is a certified Transformation Business Coach with 30 years of business excellence under her belt. She's passionate about propelling purpose-driven executives, entrepreneurs, and employees to 6 & 7 figures without overworking. Especially Women. Why? Ellen's mission is for her clients to enrich their families, serve their clients optimally, and positively impact their communities. Website Email

Dayo Samuel is a transformational leader, podcast pioneer, and the visionary behind Audacity to Lead. Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Dayo now resides in Lincolnshire, United Kingdom, where he continues his mission to empower others while navigating new personal and professional landscapes. With a deep passion for communication and community, Dayo was instrumental in growing Nigeria’s podcasting ecosystem. His podcast and Facebook group once flourished with thousands of members, playing a significant role in introducing and popularizing podcasting in the region. However, as the community matured, Dayo gracefully stepped back to allow others to lead, acknowledging the natural evolution of leadership and his own shifting focus. Now balancing life as a father, employee, and aspiring entrepreneur in the UK, Dayo is embracing new opportunities while holding firmly to his faith. He attributes every step of his journey—no matter how uncertain—to divine guidance, a belief that has carried him through major transition

I'm the Founder of The World's 2nd biggest business meetup. with 27,500+ members http://www.meetup.com/Entrepreneursinlondon My expertise is Pitching, Presentation, Lead generation, Copywriting and Sales Funnel conversion... basically how to influence and persuade with words. I authored a few books including How To Conquer Fear Of Public Speaking and "Turn Your Contacts Into Cash" . I get you connected to anyone, anywhere... even VIP’s. I both teach the science of doing this and I also make introductions through my meetup group of 26,000+ Entrepreneurs who are mainly in London/UK and through http://www.Vipdinners.com and I love speaking .. these are my favorite subjects: How to pitch with confidence and Impact How to get connected to ANYONE anywhere… even VIP’s How to create prospects on demand The secrets of power influencers How to become a social genius I'm originally from Denmark but have lived in 9 different countries. I currently live in Surrey/UK LinkedIn Facebook Previous Ep77 (2016)