Just Get Started Podcast

On this week's One Mic I shared some vulnerable thoughts around this concept of choosing the right people and things to invest time in. Looking through the lens of it’s either F*ck yea or No and making decisions using only those paths. There doesn’t have to be a middle ground. Life is too short and it’s important we choose the things that make us the happiest. I hope you all enjoy this episode and it helps you make better decisions. Feel free to search "Just Get Started" Podcast where you listen to your Podcasts if you wanted to hear more of these One Mics or the great Guest Interviews I launch weekly.........  Learn more about the host, Brian Ondrako Brian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 175 features Eliot Popkin, an award-winning singer-songwriter, a business and personal development coach, and the author of Circle: Letters to My Younger Self.His new book Circle is available at www.thecircleletter.com and listeners of the Just Get Started Podcast can use promo code Circle20 for 20% off.Find Eliot Online:Website: www.thecircleletter.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/EliotPopkin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliotpopkin/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecircleletterTwitter: https://twitter.com/eliotpopkinFacebook: www.facebook.com/thecircleletterAbout Eliot:Eliot Popkin is an award-winning singer-songwriter, a business and personal development coach, and the author of Circle: Letters to My Younger Self. In addition to his own songs, he has written music for film, television, commercials, and other artists. However, despite this success, life hasn’t always been easy for Eliot. As a survivor of child abuse, he had to overcome a great deal and rediscover himself s

On this week's "One Mic" I shared some thoughts and lessons about the CrossFit Competition I competed in called Summer Slam 2021 hosted by CrossFit Sua Sponte in Raleigh, NC.Lessons around:- Community- Practice versus Play- Breaking out of the comfort zone- Serendipity...and much more I hope you all enjoy this episode and it provides some motivation to push yourself beyond your limits!Feel free to search "Just Get Started" Podcast where you listen to your Podcasts if you wanted to hear more of these One Mics or the great Guest Interviews I launch weekly. ........ Learn more about the host, Brian Ondrako Brian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 174 features Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, the CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts and an internationally renowned thought leader in future-proofing and cognitive bias risk management.We get into a deep discussion on his white paper on returning to the office and managing hybrid and remote teams:View that here: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/White-Paper-Returning-to-the-Office-Benchmarking-to-Best-Practices-for-Competitive-Advantage.pdfFind Dr. Gleb Online:Website: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/subscribe/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-gleb-tsipursky/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gleb_TsipurskyAbout Dr. Gleb:Dr. Gleb Tsipursky is an internationally renowned thought leader in future-proofing and cognitive bias risk management. He serves as the CEO of the boutique future-proofing consultancy Disaster Avoidance Experts, which specializes in helping forward-looking leaders avoid dangerous threats and missed opportunities. A best-selling author, he wrote Never Go With Yo

On this week's One Mic I shared some thoughts on staying the course with your mission without being in such a hurry to find shortcuts to progress or veering your path by looking at what others are doing and trying to follow them. I hope you all enjoy this episode and it provides some thoughtfulness around your journey! ........ Thank you for listening! I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a Review Learn more about the host, Brian Ondrako Brian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram @brianondrakoBrian's Twitter @brianondrakoBrian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 173 features John Vuong, the Owner of Local SEO Search, a company helping small and medium-sized businesses rank on Google and dominate their local market.Find John Online:Website: https://www.localseosearch.ca/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-vuong-205b2917/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LocalSEO_SearchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/localseosearch/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnqrrXnknCW5nii5y4qatzg/featuredFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/localseosearchAbout John:John Vuong is the owner and founder of Local SEO Search. He helps small and medium-sized businesses rank on Google and dominate their local market. John puts a strong emphasis on relationships and treats his client’s like family, wanting to not only help them rank but to help their business grow and succeed.........Thank you for listening! If you'd like to connect online please feel free to reach out... Brian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram: https://ww

Episode 172 features Jackie Sanders, a visual artist from Raleigh, NC, Podcast Host, and Co-Founder of the Level Up Artist community.Find Jackie Online:Website: https://www.JaclynSanders.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandersjaclyn/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jsandersstudio/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHEfWvmFXZZ6Z_SW2lMSwCgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jsandersstudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jsandersstudioAbout Jackie:Jackie Sanders is an abstract artist based in Raleigh, NC. Her work explores the layering and manipulation of organic and geometric forms as a way to transform life's mundane moments into memorable experiences. She is the co-host of the Art Studio Insights Podcast and the co-founder of the Level Up Artist community.........Thank you for listening! I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a Review If you'd like to connect online please feel free to reach out... Brian's Now Page: https://www.

Episode 171 features Chris Michael Harris (CMH), the founder of StartupU, an interactive, online learning platform that teaches entrepreneurs how to take an idea or an existing business and turn it into a highly successful + profitable company.Find Chris Online:Website: http://chrismichaelharris.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heycmh/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/HeyCMHTwitter: https://twitter.com/heycmhYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StartupUFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeyCMH/About Chris:Chris Michael Harris (CMH) is the founder of StartupU, an interactive, online learning platform that teaches entrepreneurs how to take an idea or an existing business and turn it into a highly successful + profitable company.Having founded, bootstrapped, and scaled multiple startups to 7+ Figures in his mid-to-late twenties, Chris excels in taking concepts from the idea stage to traction and growth in extremely rapid succession.Chris is the Entrepreneur in Residence for Silicon Valley-based Accele

Episode 170 features Udo Erasmus, a pioneer of the health and wellness industry having created FLAXSEED OIL and the Healthy Oils/Fats Movement.For our listeners, Udo is giving away a free digital download of his book, Total Sexy Health, along with a free mini video course - Get it here - https://udoerasmus.com/justgetstartedFind Udo Online:Website: www.theudo.com and www.udoschoice.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/udoerasmus/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theudoerasmus/Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/udo-erasmus-78949314About Udo:The legendary Udo Erasmus is a pioneer of the health and wellness industry having created FLAXSEED OIL and the Healthy Oils/Fats Movement. He is also the co-founder of the UDO’S CHOICE supplement brand, a global leader in cutting-edge health products, selling tens of millions of bottles of healthy oils, probiotics, and digestive enzymes. Erasmus invented the methodology and machinery that created the healthy fats/oils industry.Udo is an accomplished author of multiple books incl

Episode 169 features Scott Sunderland, Co-Founder and Mind Coach at The Freedom Project.Link to the inspiring video of Scott's time in the hospital in 2001 - https://youtu.be/9DaHg-AUY2oFind Scott Online:Website: https://thefreedomproject222.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedomproject222/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXBh02HQI-zOakpDLUhkDmgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/345896626059197?mc_cid=6b921e3092&mc_eid=UNIQIDAbout Scott:In 2001, Scott Sunderland found himself going from a 35-year-old athletic father, husband, and business owner to lying in a hospital bed unable to move. Using visualization techniques over the course of a year, Scott was able to heal himself. However, old limiting beliefs, past traumas, and disempowering mental habits came back to haunt him when, in 2012, he watched his best friend drown in front of his eyes. Blaming himself, he was broken once again. Standing in a room on fire, Scott was faced with running through those flames to end up at the em

Episode 168 features Mike Petrakis, a former D1 runner, entrepreneur, and the Co-Founder, and CEO of Bach. He previously bootstrapped e-commerce businesses in NYC. That scrappy entrepreneurial spirit led him to start BACH, the world's leading platform to plan and book a bachelor/bachelorette party.Find Mike Online:Website: thebach.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-petrakis-a3445453/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebachparty/About Mike:Mike Petrakis is a former D1 runner, entrepreneur, and the Co-Founder, and CEO of Bach. He previously bootstrapped e-commerce businesses in NYC. That scrappy entrepreneurial spirit led him to start BACH, the world's leading platform to plan and book a bachelor/bachelorette party.........Thank you for listening! I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a Review If you'd like to connect online please feel free to reach out... Brian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram:

Episode 167 features Jesyka Harris, an Attorney, Fashion Model, Human Rights Advocate, and Content Creator based in Los Angeles, CaliforniaFind Jesyka Online:Website: https://unboxedlife.me/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesyka-h-11852953Twitter: https://twitter.com/jesykaharris?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesyka.harris/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MizJesyka/About Jesyka:Jesyka is an Attorney, Fashion Model, Human Rights Advocate, and Content Creator based in Los Angeles, California. With her unique perspective on life, Jesyka’s social media platform and vision grew out of mentoring young women in their educational and career aspirations. Jesyka strives to create genuine content with a greater purpose and a focus on social good and, for this reason; she recently announced the launch of a new nonprofit called “Cause Together” which will provide free media and marketing resources to nonprofits.Jesyka holds a J.D. from Columbia Law School and a dual BA in International Relations and

Episode 166 features Benjamin Marcovitz, a champion for growth, a leadership expert, and the founder and CEO of the Rise InstituteFind Ben Online:Website: https://www.benmarcovitz.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmarcovitz/About Ben:Benjamin Marcovitz is a champion for growth, a leadership expert, and the founder and CEO of the Rise Institute, which advances the understanding that human beings can grow and develop beyond their estimations, and that expecting radical growth from those who struggle can and should be the norm. Using his expertise in consulting work, background in education, and boots-on-the-ground research on human behavior, Marcovitz helps leaders accelerate their work and generate breakthrough performance in their employees. He believes the world will be transformed if people understand and recognize the possibilities for growth within everyone.........Thank you for listening! I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a Review 

Episode 165 features Hallie Hart, a global artist that has shown in over twelve countries. She recently exhibited her US Flag exhibition titled “Unity” in her House of Hart gallery in Aspen, Colorado. “Unity” is now a national exhibition and will begin May touring the United States with a Documentary film crew that will capture the backdrop of the cross country exhibition and shares the message of compassion in these divisive times.Find Hallie Online:Website: https://www.houseofhart.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hallie-hart-94628124/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houseofhartart/Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/houseofhartartYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDuodB0LjB4cEAHE-7HFOrgFacebook: HOUSEOFHARTARTTikTok: HOUSEOFHARTARTAbout Hallie:Hallie Hart is an American-born artist from New York City. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with an M.A. in English Literature. Beyond her passion for creative writing, Hart is deeply engaged in the canon of abstract expressionism.

Episode 164 features Heath Armstrong, an Author, the Co-Founder of Rage Create, and an ECommerce Maniac. He is the creator of Sweet-Ass Affirmations: Motivation for Your Creative Maniac Mind, several Sweet-Ass Journals, and the host of the "Never Stop Peaking" podcastFind Heath Online:Personal Website: https://www.heatharmstrong.comBusiness Website: https://www.ragecreate.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathfistpumps/ About Heath:Heath Armstrong is an Author, the Co-Founder of Rage Create, and an ECommerce Maniac. He is the creator of Sweet-Ass Affirmations: Motivation for Your Creative Maniac Mind, several Sweet-Ass Journals, and the host of the "Never Stop Peaking" podcast.After waking up face-down-pants down in his garage during a rock-bottom breakdown, Heath started adopting the strategies of 100+ creative entrepreneurs that he interviewed around the world with the help of a few magical strangers.In 2016, Heath retired his traditional 'career' in concrete construction, sold all of his b

Episode 163 features Holly Katz, a Personal Stylist that moves people just like you from feeling fearful to feeling fabulous. Holly’s clients consider her their “style coach”, cheering them on while they elevate their style.Her newest endeavor brings her to podcasting with the all-new Fashion Crimes Podcast where she showcases her talent by giving free fashion advice, inspiration, and humor. Fashion Crimes Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fashion-crimes-podcast/id1523111704Find Holly Online:Website: https://www.hollykatzstyling.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollykatzstyle/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollykatzstyling/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVeYCWBb7M62y5-vyxGVK9AFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hollykatzstylingAbout Holly:If you’re great at a lot of things, but fashion just isn’t one of them, then life just got a whole lot easier for you. Personal stylist, Holly Katz, moves people just like you from feeling fearful to feeling fabulous. Holly’s clients con

Episode 162 features Jane Tabachnick, a content and PR strategist who works with mission-driven authors, coaches, and consultants who are frustrated they’re not better known. She helps them become highly visible and seen as the authority in their industry so they attract more pre-sold clients and can grow their business more and easily.Take her Online Visibility Assessmenthttps://janetabachnick.com/assessmentFind Jane Online:Website: https://janetabachnick.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetabachnickTwitter: https://twitter.com/janetabachnickFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jmtabachnickAbout Jane:Jane Tabachnick is a content and PR strategist who works with mission-driven authors, coaches, and consultants who are frustrated they’re not better known. She helps them become highly visible and seen as the authority in their industry so they attract more pre-sold clients and can grow their business more and easily.Founder of Simply Good Press, a book publishing and PR company, Jane has helped over 20

Episode 161 features Bryan Clayton, Co-Founder, and CEO of GreenPal, an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals.Find Bryan Online:Website: https://www.yourgreenpal.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-clayton/Instagram: https://instagram.com/bryanmclaytonTwitter: https://twitter.com/bryanmclayton About Bryan:Bryan Clayton is CEO and Co-founder of GreenPal, an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. GreenPal has been called the “Uber for lawn care” by Entrepreneur magazine and has over 200,000 active users completing thousands of transactions per day.Before starting GreenPal Bryan Clayton founded Peachtree Inc. one of the largest landscaping companies in the state of Tennessee growing it to over $10 million a year in annual revenue before it was acquired by Lusa holdings in 2013.Bryan‘s interest and expertise are related to entrepreneurialism, small business growth, marketing, and bootstrapping businesses from zero re

Episode 160 features Nancy Bosnoian, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of End No Sleep, Inc., an international NGO on a mission to help you get a good night’s sleep.Find Nancy Online:Website: http://www.nancybosnoian.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/nancybosnoianAbout Nancy:Nancy Bosnoian is 21-years-old, originally from Aleppo, Syria, and a freshman at Columbia University. She is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of End No Sleep, Inc. an international NGO on a mission to help you get a good night’s sleep. Nancy is also a public speaker. She shares her experiences fleeing from war, finding a new home, and learning to thrive.........Thank you for listening! I’d appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you believe I’ve earned it. - Leave a Review If you'd like to connect online please feel free to reach out... Brian's Now Page: https://www.brianondrako.com/now/Brian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianondrako/Brian's Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianondrakoBrian'

Episode 159 features Dr. Aaron Hartman, a Board-Certified Family Medicine Practitioner and clinical researcher who advocates for and practices functional medicine, an integrative approach to conventional and alternative medicine.Find Aaron Online:Website: http://www.richmondfunctionalmedicine.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/rvaintegrativeFacebook: www.facebook.com/RVAintegrativeAbout Aaron:Dr. Aaron Hartman is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Practitioner and clinical researcher who advocates for and practices functional medicine, an integrative approach to conventional and alternative medicine. Aaron guides individuals to restore their health and hope, using science-backed solutions, so they can live the vibrant life they were made for. Aaron’s own journey with Functional Medicine started with his first daughter, who he and his wife took in as a foster child, then adopted.Due to her cerebral palsy and countless dietary issues, the Hartmans went to specialist after specialist, but even as a physician, Dr