• Million dollar systems for million dollar ideas - how to take charge of your creativity | with Danielle Blum
    Dec 12 2025

    You're already producing million dollar ideas, but don't have the system in place to make it a reality. How many failed attempts will you need before you focus on improving your daily habits and systems?

    This episode with Danielle Blum is a game changer. She explains how to get from the "scatterbrain" state to a more "flow" state where you can take charge of your creative projects. Her strategies for change will make you rethink just your diary and journalling, and give you steps to a system that accomodates and grows as fast as your ideas.


    https://www.danielleblum.com/


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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Stop being a VICTIM to your mood swings - follow this instead
    Dec 8 2025

    If you open your eyes in the morning, struggling to get up, scrolling on your phone and watching the hours slip by - you are not in control of your body's 3 nervous states. Katie breaks them down into Red, Green and Yellow, and wonderfully describes how you can use them to finally get in control of your mood swings and start making the right steps today. This episode has had a direct impact on my podcasting process, and I'm sure it will help you too.


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    51 mins
  • They need to know YOU before your Branding | Dan Ahlborn
    Nov 29 2025

    You already know how important branding is. But do you know how to create a strong identity and midset behind your brand? Join me as I sit down with Dan Ahlborn, a real estate investor and mindset/identity coach for over 17 years. He talks about the importance of self-identity building, and how you can take your first steps today to regain control of your character and business.


    @housebuyerdan IG/tiktok/youtubehttps://linktr.ee/starting_story_podcast

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • How to Get Your Business Online ASAP - with Mario Meyer
    Nov 20 2025

    Me and Mario talk about the growing need for your business to become digital, and how you can do it as quickly as possible.

    Mario is the CEO of Reyemtech, a Boutique Tech company finding solutions for those that can't see the way through the tech fog.

    To find out about Mario, just search Mario Meyer into LinkedIn, or go to https://www.reyem.tech

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    57 mins
  • What a $150,000 Mistake Can Teach You About Building a Business
    Sep 23 2025

    Most entrepreneurs chase success, but few are honest about the cost of failure. James Erskine, the CEO of a successful youth marketing agency, openly shares his journey as a self-proclaimed "reluctant entrepreneur," detailing how a series of expensive mistakes taught him invaluable lessons about business. In this episode, he reveals why he's happier with a smaller team and the counterintuitive power of saying "no." This is a raw, honest conversation for any founder who wants to learn from the mistakes of others and build a business that prioritizes passion and quality of life over vanity metrics.


    James.Erskine@wearerocket.co.ukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jameserskine?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app@JamesErskine on x https://bsky.app/profile/jameserskine.bsky.social

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Why the First Step is the Hardest and How to Take It
    Sep 18 2025

    Are you paralyzed by a big idea? You're not alone. In this episode, Jackie Klein shares her incredible journey from a 28-year career as a teacher to becoming a successful solopreneur. She reveals why "doing it scared" was the most important step she took and how she overcame the imposter syndrome that holds so many people back. This is a powerful conversation about the courage to start messy, the freedom of not being a generalist, and the hidden power of your past experiences in shaping your future.

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    37 mins
  • The Art of the Long Game: How to Sell a Service Without Being "Salesy"
    Sep 17 2025

    In the creative world, the most successful people aren't just talented—they're master marketers. In this episode, Jon Goehring shares the counterintuitive strategies he used to build his voiceover business and why cold calling and generic pitches are a recipe for failure. He reveals the power of playing the long game, focusing on adding value, and using a customer relationship management (CRM) system to nurture connections. This conversation is an essential guide for any creative professional who wants to build a business on a foundation of trust and authentic relationships.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • The Psychology of a Lie: Why We Believe Fake News and What to Do About It
    Sep 16 2025

    We are living in an age of misinformation, but why do some lies spread faster than the truth? In this provocative episode, materials scientist Dr. Chris DeArmitt breaks down the science behind why our brains are so susceptible to misinformation, and how it's being used to fuel massive global movements. He reveals how a personal experience with a falsehood taught to his children led him to dedicate years of unpaid research to debunking myths about plastics and the environment. This conversation is an eye-opening exploration into cognitive dissonance, the illusory truth effect, and the simple but difficult act of seeking facts over fiction.


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    1 hr and 8 mins