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G.E.M. Series

The G.E.M. Series powered by RocketLevel educates, guides, and motivates young professionals who believe in the dynamic shift to break the corporate ladder and invest in themselves. On this podcast, we provide the tools you need to set ambitious goals, execute like a pro and develop a fearless mindset! Many people have big dreams of working for themselves, but don’t know where, when, or how to start. Whether interviewing guests about their personal entrepreneurial journeys, analyzing the latest marketing trends, or sharing our personal knowledge about the joys of working for yourself, The G.E.M. Series brings you the know-how to launch yourself to success. It all starts with the question: are you willing to invest in yourself?
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Episodes

Episode 44: The Curious Path to Entrepreneurial Success with Vikram Deol

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! Get ready to be inspired as we dive into the sheer power of mindset and curiosity in supercharging your business success with Vikram Deol, Real Estate Sales Coach! We're talking curiosity, folks! Vikram also sheds light on the immense significance of being curious and aware in the world of entrepreneurship. Think of it as a treasure hunt for knowledge, where staying open-minded is the golden key to success. Discover how it's the secret wea...

Dec 27, 202356 min

Episode 43: The Most Effective Strategies for Recruiters Revealed by Jon Chintanaroad

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! Our guest for today is none other than Jon Chintanaroad, founder and coach at Recruiting Accelerator. Join us as he shares his inspiring journey, from being laid off from his own recruiting agency to building a thriving freelance recruiting business and coaching program. Jon invites us into his entrepreneurial world, sharing personal insights on blending passion with work, overcoming imposter syndrome, and navigating modern business strate...

Dec 13, 202359 min

Episode 42: Introverts Unite! Business Success for the Quiet and Shy with Matthew Pollard

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! In this episode, we have Matthew Pollard, also known as the Rapid Growth® Guy, also an entrepreneur, international speaker, business coach, and author of "The Introvert's Edge," who shares his insights on how introverts can excel in business! Matthew emphasizes the importance of understanding your target audience and simplifying your message to connect with them effectively. He also highlights the power of continuous improvement and how in...

Nov 29, 202348 min

Episode 41: Legal Tech Talk: Ernie Svenson on Marketing, Mindset, and AI Mastery

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! In this episode, we have Ernie Svenson, a lawyer turned tech consultant, sharing his expertise in leveraging technology and mindset for businesses. He discusses his career transition, the role of systems and AI in business, and the potential pitfalls of relying solely on AI-generated information. Ernie delves into effective marketing and the significance of understanding your target audience. He emphasizes the power of trust-building in co...

Nov 15, 202358 min

Episode 40: The Improv Advantage for Entrepreneurs with Nathan Minns

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! We're joined by Nathan Minns, the Founder & CEO of Green Light Improv. Join us as Nathan takes us on an incredible journey, sharing the improv advantage with entrepreneurs and employees alike. Nathan offers a riveting narrative of personal discovery, from his auditions with an improv group to the inception of his own company. He highlights the transformative power of maintaining an experimental mindset and how it has influenced his ent...

Nov 01, 202343 min

Episode 39: The Electric Bill: Energizing Your Mindset for Success with Bill G. Williams

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! In this episode, we have the pleasure of introducing our guest, Bill G. Williams, aka Electric Bill, who is the mastermind behind The b4 Group. Join us as we dive into his journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, his passion for HR and people development, and the secrets to creating a thriving work culture. Electric Bill discusses a wide range of topics related to personal and professional growth. From Bill's transition from t...

Oct 18, 202349 min

Episode 38: Ali Daniel's Powerful Approach to Emotions and Entrepreneurship

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Ali Daniel, a Subconscious and Somatic Coach from Punch Drunk Soul who shows her powerful approach to emotions, entrepreneurship, and more! Ali explores the importance of work-life balance and taking control of your personal and professional life. She delves into the power of mindset work and emotional mastery, highlighting how these factors can greatly impact your success as an entrepr...

Oct 04, 202359 min

Episode 37: Bob Hunter's Proven Tips for Success in Business and Credit Management

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! Our guest for today is Bob Hunter, CEO of Oxford Pierpont and My Business Credit, who shares his tips for success in business and credit management! Bob shares his inspiring journey of going from losing his job and going blind to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Bob's passion for entrepreneurship shines through as he discusses the importance of discipline in achieving success. He shares how his challenges led him to start consulting and...

Sep 20, 202359 min

Episode 36: 5 Key Questions to Understand Your Customers with John Mendez

Join us for yet another inspiring episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! We invited John Mendez, founder of Stop and Stare Media and host of the Walk 2 Wealth podcast, to share his journey and entrepreneurship insights. He started in a challenging environment, and he used entrepreneurship as a means to overcome obstacles! John dives deep into the concept of "Ikigai" and its significance in finding purpose in life. He also talks about the intersection of passion, mission, vocation, and profession ...

Sep 06, 202359 min

Episode 35: How Jeanne Omlor Turned Debt into a Million-Dollar Business

Another G.E.M. Series Podcast episode just for you! Are you tired of feeling stuck in your business? Meet Jeanne Omlor, a successful business coach and strategist who went from deep debt to building a million-dollar business ORGANICALLY. In this episode, Jeanne shares her inspiring journey and her approach to organic marketing. Get ready to learn how to take risks, face your fears, and seize opportunities to create the life you desire. She also discusses the importance of embracing change and ho...

Aug 23, 20231 hr 5 min

Episode 34: How To Captivate Gen Z Through Your Marketing (Without The Cringe) With Celine Chai

Let's hear from the Gen Z in this NEW episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! This time, we have Celine Chai, the co-founder of NinetyEight, a Gen Z Marketing Agency making waves in the business industry. Celine takes us on an inspiring journey of how she and her friends embarked on the entrepreneurial path during the pandemic. Starting as a small business project right from the bat, NinetyEight grew into a successful company within 3 whole years, having the principle of being tiny but MIGHTY. Joi...

Jul 12, 202345 min

Episode 33: The Power of Persistence: How Rick Elmore Built the Largest Handwriting Platform in the World

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! In today's episode, Host Blake Chapman is here with Rick Elmore, a former NFL player turned entrepreneur. Discover how his unwavering persistence propelled him to establish Simply Noted, now the world's largest handwriting platform. Drawing upon his athletic background and corporate sales experience, Rick has used his own personal journey to build a thriving business. With no debt or investors, his company helps hundreds of companies integ...

Jun 28, 202345 min

Episode 32: From Rock Bottom to Next Level Success: Insights from Kevin Palmieri of Next Level University

Are you ready to rise from rock bottom to the next level of success? The G.E.M. Series Podcast brings you Kevin Palmieri, the CFO, Founder, and Co-host of the "Next Level University" Podcast. Growing up in Massachusetts, he had dreams of becoming a professional athlete. However, after securing a high-paying job, he found himself deeply unfulfilled and even contemplated suicide. During this rock bottom moment, Kevin discovered the power of podcasting and holistic self-improvement. Now, years late...

Jun 14, 202351 min

Episode 31: Creating Your Ideal Client Experience: Insights from H.B. Pasley

In the return of The G.E.M. Series Podcast, we welcome a brand new guest H.B. Pasley! H.B. Pasley is an expert at creating your ideal client experience. He has been a coach, a creative, and a professional communicator for close to 4 decades. He has published many books and countless leadership guides, facilitated thousands of people in leadership development retreats, and produced over 7 million song streams on Spotify. Even after all that, he is fond of deflecting attention from his accomplishm...

May 31, 202354 min

Episode 30: Building Mental Toughness for Business and Life with Dre Baldwin

In this episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast, we welcome our special guest Dre Baldwin, a former professional basketball player turned speaker, author, and entrepreneur. He also shares his journey of turning his passion for basketball into a successful business and how he has built an engaged and loyal audience through the power of digital content. Known as the man behind Work On Your Game, Dre has a wealth of experience and knowledge to share on topics such as discipline, confidence, mental tou...

Feb 15, 202359 min

Episode 29: Peak Performance: Optimizing Psychology to Overcome Fear With Brian Bergford

In this brand new episode of The G.E.M. Series Podcast, we're joined by Brian Bergford. Brian is a peak performance specialist who shares his expertise on the topic of using psychology to overcome fear and maximize personal potential and performance. As the brain behind Bergford Performance Systems and with a degree in psychology, Brian brings a unique perspective to the table as he works with people on their mental game. Our guest discusses key principles of performance psychology, including th...

Jan 18, 202357 min

Episode 28: How To Tap Into Your Zone of Genius With Mike Zeller

If you want to unlock your highest potential by tapping into your zone of genius, then you should absolutely stick around for this episode… Mike Zeller is a business architect who helps entrepreneurs strategize how they can live out their purpose through the businesses they build. He's mentored hundreds of entrepreneurs from throughout the world, helping them earn tens of millions. He's also the author behind "The Genius Within" and many more. With his passion for unleashing the divine potential...

Dec 21, 202254 min

Episode 27: Why Challenge the Status Quo as a Leader With Billy Samoa Saleebey

Would you be willing to leave something comfortable to pursue the life that you love? If that's a yes, then you should meet our guest for this episode. Billy Samoa Saleebey is a man of many talents. He's a host of two podcast shows, an award-winning filmmaker, and a speaker all in one. He's also the Co-founder and CEO of Podify, a media and marketing agency for podcasts which is inspired by his passion for creating an impact through podcasting. But that's not all! Before all that, he became a Te...

Dec 07, 202259 min

Episode 26: Building a Foundation for Growth With Taylor Loht

Would you build a new road that will take you to your dreams, or would you stay on the same path that’s been laid out for you? If you're pondering these kinds of questions, then you've come to the right place. Taylor Loht is a Chemical Engineering graduate bound to take his higher education to further levels of success. In the process of getting an MBA, he realized that the path he was on wasn’t the one for him. He was then intrigued by the power of real estate and learned how to use it to creat...

Nov 23, 202244 min

Episode 25: How to Build an Impactful Inclusive Community with Tiffany Yu

As an entrepreneur, you are in a unique position to change the world around you. You have the power to make an impact, so why not use it? Tiffany Yu is, among many things, a disability advocate, speaker, entrepreneur, and content creator. She is driven to build a community for people with disabilities to connect, share and support each other. Along with this, she founded Diversability, a social enterprise to advocate for equality for people with disabilities. Her mission is to amplify the voices...

Nov 09, 202259 min

Episode 24: Crafting Your Lifestyle Design with Ali Boone

Have you been exploring the question of how to turn your passion into a profession? Transition into the life of your dreams and live the life of your passion with this special episode! Ali Boone is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and published conference paper author who once worked in corporate America but now pursues a life of ultimate career freedom. She also launched Hipster Investments, one of the leading providers of turnkey rental properties, facilitating over $18 million in turnkey...

Oct 26, 20221 hr 18 min

Episode 23: Transforming Lives through Business Success With Yuri Elkaim

How do you coach your way toward progress? Build up systems and strategies on your route to success just like Yuri did! Yuri Elkaim is the founder and CEO of HealthPreneur, a leading coaching company that empowers health and fitness professionals to build thriving online businesses. He is also a former athlete, a known and trusted health expert, and a New York Times bestselling nutrition author. His company’s purpose is not only to help people but also to guide healthcare providers to achieve th...

Oct 12, 202256 min

Episode 22: Achieve Global and Local Impact through Wealth Wisdom With Amanda Neely

Having trouble with money can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Take control of your finances and enjoy a new level of freedom. Be worry-free with Neely's financial strategy! Amanda Neely is the co-founder and CEO of Wealth Wisdom Financial, a personal finance coaching company that helps people break out of the cycle of debt and live a life of financial freedom. She has always been passionate about making a difference in the world. From participating in nonprofit projects to working with ...

Sep 28, 202249 min

Episode 21: When Purpose Meets Demand With Steve Hoffman

If you want to start a business, whether large or small, whether it's your own idea or not, how should you educate your entrepreneurial mind? Don't stress about it. Steve Hoffman got this covered for you! Steve Hoffman, aka "Captain Hoff," is a serial entrepreneur and a venture investor. He mainly serves as the Chairman and CEO of Founders Space, a company whose goal is to educate and accelerate entrepreneurs. The company has established business relationships with over 50 partners in 22 countri...

Sep 14, 202256 min

Episode 20: Building Success Through Meaningful Connections With Jessica Caballero

If given a chance, would you want to create a new beginning for your passion? Every great entrepreneur started somewhere, from a single idea to a business model to a profit. If you aspire to be one, this episode is for you! Jessica Caballero (https://www.linkedin.com/JessicaCaballero) is a graduate of the Art Institute of Atlanta. Since then, she has pursued Corporate Design and Marketing. It wasn’t until she rediscovered her love of homes and architecture that she realized it was her passion. S...

Aug 31, 202258 min

Episode 19: How to Gain Entrepreneurship Momentum With Alex B. Sheridan

Are you wondering how to empower your success with a tailored strategy to your purpose? Don’t worry about starting. Alex has a way for you to get your blueprint rolling. Impaxs Marketing (https://impaxs.com/) is a creative agency specializing in video content production and business growth. Alex B. Sheridan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbsheridan/), the man behind Impaxs, has been helping businesses turn their vision into reality with the wonders of content creation. Video content has become ...

Aug 17, 202247 min

Episode 18: How to Get Motivated Through Communication With Brenden Kumarasamy

How do you leave an impact when you speak to people? Communication is so important, especially with how the world is shifting today. The only thing that never gets commoditized is brand. As an entrepreneur, how do you make sure that you are able to convey your message effectively no matter what media you’re using? Brenden Kumarasamy is a master of this. Brenden is the founder MasterTalk. He coaches ambitious executives & entrepreneurs to become the top 1% communicators in their industry. In ...

Aug 03, 202254 min

Episode 17: Driven By Passion With Nate Chen

Let's get our engines revved and head out on the road to success! There may be a lot of hard work ahead of you. But remember that this is your road and these are your wheels. It doesn't matter what's in your way, build a bridge and drive over it. Don't let anything slow you down. Nate Chen is a professional racer currently competing in the Formula DRIFT PROSPEC 2022 series. On the side of that, he works hard to develop his private equity career at IMB Partners, where he is in charge of reviewing...

Jul 20, 202255 min

Episode 16: Cultivating a Life-Long Dream With Kristin Aquino-Pham

A goal-oriented renaissance woman, Kristin cultivates success by going to extremes and starting from scratch and then going down the rabbit hole until she finds a way to reach her lifelong dream. Kristin never lost sight of her passion. Neither should you! Kristin Aquino-Pham is a business immigration lawyer at an AmLaw 200 firm; former tech startup co-founder; and current owner of a 40-acre startup farm in the beautiful mountain town of Ellijay, Georgia. She has worked in law firms, provided le...

Jul 06, 202259 min

Episode 15: Finding The Recipe to Success With Robin Goldberg Simon

Every day, we are surrounded by tiny moments of success. From small steps to huge goals, you just have to find your recipe for it. Whatever success may look like to you, this episode may help you cook it into a reality. Robin Goldberg is a certified Nutrition and Wellness Coach and cookbook author. She's finally pursuing her lifelong dream. She had previously been a part of the marketing industry, believing that to be her calling. However, in retrospect, she sees that decision as having led to b...

Jun 22, 202254 min
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