• Episode 608: LinkedIn for GovCon - Cecilia McDonnell
    Mar 3 2026

    Going Long Podcast Episode 608: LinkedIn for GovCon - Cecilia McDonnell

    ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. )

    In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:

    • [00:24 - 02:26] Billy welcomes and introduces today's special guest, Cecilia McDonnell.

    • [02:26 - 06:22] Billy asks Cecilia to share more about herself in her own words.

    • [06:22 - 09:50] Cecilia shares insights of the experience and positive aspects of having an international and multicultural family life.

    • [09:50 - 15:27] Billy asks Cecilia to describe how her earlier corporate life influenced and informed her later actions, experiences and successes.

    • [15:27 - 24:39] Cecilia describes the process of realising she wanted to serve others in her own ways and on her own terms and how she made the break from corporate.

    • [24:39 - 31:25] Cecilia shares with us all about her passion project and service, LinkedInforGovCon.

    • [31:25 - 36:19] Billy asks Cecilia to share the message she would like to hear from herself 3 years from now.

    • [36:19 - 38:54] Billy sums up all we've learned from Cecilia today and asks her to share the best ways we can get in contact and find her online.

    • [38:54 - 39:46] Billy wraps up the show

    How best to get in touch with and find out more about Cecilia McDonnell:



    Website: https://www.linkedinforgovcon.com/

    LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/cecilia-mcdonnell n-clarity

    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at: www.makeitoptional.com

    What you can expect to get out of this ebook:

    • Learn how to achieve corporate optionality

    • Gain true control over your career

    • Turn corporate skills into personal assets

    With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time.

    This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today!

    Go to: www.makeitoptional.com



    Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm



    To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.

    How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI

    Be sure to connect with Billy! He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:

    • Website: www.billykeels.com

    • Youtube: billykeels

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    • Twitter: @billykeels

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    40 mins
  • Episode 607: The Painful Reality of Being a Corporate Number
    Feb 26 2026

    Going Long Podcast Episode 607: The Painful Reality of Being a Corporate Number

    ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. )

    In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:

    • [00:24 - 01:02] Billy welcomes us to, and introduces, today's show.

    • [01:02 - 09:39] Billy shares insights into the lived truth of being a corporate number and somewhat dispensable cog in the company machine, and what can be done to move towards an alternative and brighter future.

    • [09:39 - 11:23] Billy wraps up the show

    Featured "Look-Back" Episode -

    GLP EPISODE 481 - The 3 Important Inputs You Need To Gain Clarity: https://going-long-podcast.libsyn.com/episode-481-the-3-important-inputs-you-need-to-gain-clarity

    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at: www.makeitoptional.com

    What you can expect to get out of this ebook:

    • Learn how to achieve corporate optionality

    • Gain true control over your career

    • Turn corporate skills into personal assets

    With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time.

    This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today!

    Go to: www.makeitoptional.com



    Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm



    To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.

    How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI

    Be sure to connect with Billy! He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:

    • Website: www.billykeels.com

    • Youtube: billykeels

    • Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page

    • Instagram: @billykeels

    • Twitter: @billykeels

    • LinkedIn: Billy Keels




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    11 mins
  • Episode 606: Step Back and Leap - Patrick Mork
    Feb 24 2026

    Going Long Podcast Episode 606: Step Back and Leap - Patrick Mork

    ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. )

    In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:

    • [00:24 - 02:02] Billy welcomes and introduces today's special guest, Patrick Mork.

    • [02:02 - 07:57] Billy asks Patrick to share more about himself in his own words.

    • [07:57 - 16:50] Patrick shares insights into what he learned from the process of attempting two start-ups before building the one that achieved the level of success he wanted.

    • [16:50 - 20:50] Billy asks Patrick to describe his stance on leadership and what makes a leader.

    • [20:50 - 35:21] Patrick describes the role of international cultural living experience and fluency in multiple languages in increasing opportunities and abilities.

    • [35:21 - 40:04] Patrick shares the message she would like to hear from herself three years from now.

    • [40:04 - 42:12] Billy sums up all we've learned from Patrick today and asks hom to share the best ways we can get in contact and find him online.

    • [42:12 - 43:14] Billy wraps up the show

    How best to get in touch with and find out more about Patrick Mork:



    Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmorkofficial/

    Website: https://patrickmork.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolson23/

    Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mork-unfiltered/id1824866742

    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at: www.makeitoptional.com

    What you can expect to get out of this ebook:

    • Learn how to achieve corporate optionality

    • Gain true control over your career

    • Turn corporate skills into personal assets

    With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time.

    This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today!

    Go to: www.makeitoptional.com



    Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm



    To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.

    How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI

    Be sure to connect with Billy! He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:

    • Website: www.billykeels.com

    • Youtube: billykeels

    • Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page

    • Instagram: @billykeels

    • Twitter: @billykeels

    • LinkedIn: Billy Keels




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    43 mins
  • Going Long Podcast_Episode_605_Billy Keels
    Feb 19 2026

    Going Long Podcast Episode 605: When You Actually Experience The Ultimate ROI - Billy Keels

    ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. )

    In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:

    • [00:24 - 01:02] Billy welcomes us to, and introduces, today's show.

    • [01:02 - 09:42] Billy shares a story that takes a look at and describes what the ultimate return on investment is, and what you'll actually experience in the lived process of achieving this.

    • [09:42 - 11:12] Billy wraps up the show

    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at: www.makeitoptional.com

    What you can expect to get out of this ebook:

    • Learn how to achieve corporate optionality

    • Gain true control over your career

    • Turn corporate skills into personal assets

    With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time.

    This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today!

    Go to: www.makeitoptional.com



    Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm



    To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.

    How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI

    Be sure to connect with Billy! He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:

    • Website: www.billykeels.com

    • Youtube: billykeels

    • Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page

    • Instagram: @billykeels

    • Twitter: @billykeels

    • LinkedIn: Billy Keels




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    11 mins
  • Episode 604: The Corporate Alchemist - Rae Kyriazis
    Feb 17 2026
    Going Long Podcast Episode 604: The Corporate Alchemist - Rae Kyriazis ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following: [00:24 - 01:59] Billy welcomes and introduces today's special guest, Rae Kyriazis.[01:59 - 08:27] Billy asks Rae to tell us more about herself in her own words.[08:27 - 11:40] Rae shares what it was that gave her the fortitude to go against the grain and trailblaze.[11:40 - 24:16] Rae shares insights into how personal and family life interacted and influenced her corporate work-life and experience, and shares details of her experience and work in contributing to global corporate transformation.[24:16 - 29:23] Rae describes the story and process of how she moved away from corporate.[29:23 - 32:00] Billy asks Rae the role mindset plays in self leadership.[32:00 - 34:27] Rae describes what commonly holds people back from instantiating self leadership.[34:27 - 36:36] Rae shares the message she would like to hear from herself three years from now.[36:36 - 39:34] Billy sums up all we've learned from Rae today and asks her to share the best ways we can get in contact with her and find her online.[39:34 - 40:25] Billy wraps up the show How best to get in touch with and find out more about Rae Kyriazis: Email: rae@raekyriazis.com Website: https://www.raekyriazis.com/ If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at: www.makeitoptional.com What you can expect to get out of this ebook: Learn how to achieve corporate optionalityGain true control over your careerTurn corporate skills into personal assets With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time. This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today! Go to: www.makeitoptional.com Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI Be sure to connect with Billy! He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites: Website: www.billykeels.comYoutube: billykeelsFacebook: Billy Keels Fan PageInstagram: @billykeelsTwitter: @billykeelsLinkedIn: Billy Keels
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    40 mins
  • Episode 603: How to Replace $120K-yr Without Waiting 20 yrs
    Feb 12 2026

    Going Long Podcast Episode 603: How to Replace $120K-yr Without Waiting 20 yrs - Billy Keels

    ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. )

    In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:

    • [00:24 - 01:08] Billy welcomes us to, and introduces, today's show.

    • [01:08 - 09:49] Billy shares a story about one of his clients and the details of how they worked out together how he would be able to replace his six figure salary job without having to wait.

    • [09:49 - 11:12] Billy wraps up the show

    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at: www.makeitoptional.com

    What you can expect to get out of this ebook:

    • Learn how to achieve corporate optionality

    • Gain true control over your career

    • Turn corporate skills into personal assets

    With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time.

    This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today!

    Go to: www.makeitoptional.com



    Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm



    To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.

    How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI

    Be sure to connect with Billy! He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:

    • Website: www.billykeels.com

    • Youtube: billykeels

    • Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page

    • Instagram: @billykeels

    • Twitter: @billykeels

    • LinkedIn: Billy Keels




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    11 mins
  • Episode 602: Stronger Bodies, Clearer Minds and More Connected Lives - Kristen Olson
    Feb 10 2026

    Going Long Podcast Episode 602: Stronger Bodies, Clearer Minds and More Connected Lives - Kristen Olson

    ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. )

    In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:

    • [00:24 - 02:23] Billy welcomes and introduces today's special guest, Kristen Olson.

    • [02:23 - 10:20] Billy asks Kristen to share more about herself in her own words.

    • [10:20 - 15:14] Kristen shares insights into the highs and lows of working out identity, and the process of it.

    • [15:14 - 21:48] Billy asks Kristen to describe and explain the period where she was considering making the move towards starting something new.

    • [21:48 - 26:17] Kristen describes how experience with team sports helps in other areas of life and work.

    • [26:17 - 30:55] Billy asks Kristen how she sees the world of sales and in what way sales is part of her world.

    • [30:55 - 35:06] Kristen describes the experience of intentionality in her life.

    • [35:06 - 38:48] Billy asks Kristen to tell us all about her own Podcast and website, 'Turmeric and Tequila'.

    • [38:48 - 43:48] Kristen shares the message she would like to hear from herself three years from now.

    • [43:48 - 46:31] Billy sums up all we've learned from Kristen today and asks her to share the best ways we can get in contact with her and find her online.

    • [46:31 - 47:11] Billy wraps up the show

    How best to get in touch with and find out more about Kristen Olson:



    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turmerictequila/?hl=en

    Website: https://turmericandtequila.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolson23/

    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at: www.makeitoptional.com

    What you can expect to get out of this ebook:

    • Learn how to achieve corporate optionality

    • Gain true control over your career

    • Turn corporate skills into personal assets

    With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time.

    This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today!

    Go to: www.makeitoptional.com



    Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm



    To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.

    How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI

    Be sure to connect with Billy! He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:

    • Website: www.billykeels.com

    • Youtube: billykeels

    • Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page

    • Instagram: @billykeels

    • Twitter: @billykeels

    • LinkedIn: Billy Keels




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    47 mins
  • Episode 601: Are You Feeling Trapped by a Great Paycheck
    Feb 5 2026

    Going Long Podcast Episode 601: Are You Feeling Trapped by a Great Paycheck

    ( To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE. )

    In today's episode of The Going Long Podcast, you'll learn the following:

    • [00:24 - 01:07] Billy welcomes us to, and introduces, today's show.

    • [01:07 - 10:44] Billy shares insights about how you can move past being stuck in the reality of living paycheck to paycheck - no matter how big and alluring that paycheck is!

    • [10:44 - 11:37] Billy wraps up the show

    If you're a corporate executive who wants to make your role optional, then grab your FREE ebook with Billy's proven 3 step process at: www.makeitoptional.com

    What you can expect to get out of this ebook:

    • Learn how to achieve corporate optionality

    • Gain true control over your career

    • Turn corporate skills into personal assets

    With 26 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, achieved optionality through multiple income streams, Billy has helped dozens of executives build their paths to take control of their time.

    This free ebook gives you everything you need to identify, plan, and take control of your career while building financial optionality, leveraging your skills, and start living your IDEAL day - today!

    Go to: www.makeitoptional.com



    Click the above link or just copy and paste the following directly into your browser to sign up and get your free ebook: https://www.makeitoptional.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p2olm



    To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.

    How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI

    Be sure to connect with Billy! He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:

    • Website: www.billykeels.com

    • Youtube: billykeels

    • Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page

    • Instagram: @billykeels

    • Twitter: @billykeels

    • LinkedIn: Billy Keels




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    12 mins