This One Mic Session is a Reboot of an idea I tried 2 years ago...but just like life, sometimes excuses clutter your vision and momentum to accomplish things. So, it's back to stay! The Dozen Months of Discovery. Part of the premise of the Just Get Started Podcast is to get out of your comfort zone and try to accomplish things far greater than you ever imagined. Whether it is changing your eating habits, a better fitness routine, starting a business, etc. At the micro level, everything you do ha...
Oct 10, 2019•15 min
Episode 74 is a special one because it's really at the intersection of what this podcast is truly about. People going outside of their comfort zone and doing things that matter to them and make them fulfilled as well as doing good in this world and trying to make an impact in a positive way. I had the chance to speak with two of the founding members of H.O.P.E (Housing Options for People with Exceptionalities), Dotty Foley and Orah Raia, and learn about their story and the "Why" behind this grea...
Oct 07, 2019•38 min
Episode 73 features Eric Fulmer, VP of Operations & Strategic Growth at Capture Integration. We talk a lot about visual content, digital photography, and digital asset workflow especially around the large brands in the world and how they manage the large lift that is managing all of that content. Eric has a really cool story and excited for everyone to listen to his journey and some of the lessons he's learned along the way. Find Eric Online: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fulmeric/ C...
Sep 30, 2019•54 min
Episode 72 features Marshall Mosher, the Founder and CEO of Vestigo, Vestigo builds performance enhancing experiences that train your team to embrace innovation and navigate change through a mindset of courage. Some topics include: College life & Caving Meeting his Co-Founder Coming up with the idea for Vestigo Pivot from B2C to B2B Advice for Corporate culture Creating Impactful Experiences Gravity Jet-suits Find Marshall Online: Vestigo Website: https://vestigo.co "Inside the Adventure" Po...
Sep 23, 2019•57 min
Episode 71 features Rick Smith, Founder and CEO of Axon (Formerly TASER). Rick talks about his journey of how he came upon the Taser device and grew this business through many twists and turns as well as his mission to make the bullet obsolete with his new book, "The End of Killing". Some topics we cover: Impact his father had on his journey to entrepreneurship Being fascinated with robotics Impact tragedy had on his life Starting a company in his early 20’s Hiring and brining in the right peopl...
Sep 16, 2019•44 min
In this One Mic session, I discuss a topic that has been fascinating to me recently around acquiring knowledge and using it to improve yourself daily. A short episode but hopefully a lot of good nuggets for everyone. ........ For more episodes of the Just Get Started Podcast visit https://www.brianondrako.com/ or Follow the Just Get Started Podcast on Instagram at @justgetstartedpodcast or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcast To learn more about me and what’s going on in my wo...
Sep 12, 2019•12 min
Episode 70 is here and features Best-Selling Author, Blogger, and Founder, Nir Eyal. Nir shares stories about his journey into entrepreneurship, how he got into writing, as well as, we talk about his new book, Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life. Some topics we cover: Wanting to be a fighter pilot Being obese as a kid Being in an improve comedy group Working in the Consulting business Starting a Solar business Going to Stanford Business School Authoring Books Intim...
Sep 09, 2019•43 min
Episode 69 features the Founder of hillenBRAND Media, Molly Dare Hillenbrand. Had a wonderful discussion with this "late bloomer" entrepreneur who shares the ups and downs of her journey and how she has been able to grow her brand and the brand of others. Some topics we discuss are: Being a "late bloomer" to entrepreneurship Studying Psychology in College Working on Wall Street Handling Divorce Opening her Children’s Store Being vulnerable online Starting hillenBRAND Media Being a participant on...
Sep 03, 2019•46 min
Episode 68 features Business & Leadership Coach, Speaker, and Author Farnoosh Brock. Farnoosh shares her journey of moving to the United States, working up the corporate ladder, and venturing out on her own to start her Business & Leadership coaching business. Some Topics we cover: Being born and raised in Iran Self-Discipline Resigning from her Corporate job Overcoming early failure Having a support system Starting Prolific Living Following the energy Being an Author Find Farnoosh Onlin...
Aug 26, 2019•56 min
On this episode of the Podcast I visited onsite with two of the Co-Founders of Trophy Brewing Company. Woody Lockwood and Chris Powers, along with their CBO (Chief Brewing Officer) Les Stewart, where we talk all things breweries and business. Was a pleasure to get to sit down with them and find out about their journey to becoming one of the best breweries in the Triangle of North Carolina! Find Trophy Brewing Co. Online: Website: https://www.trophybrewing.com Trophy Brewing & Pizza: Instagra...
Aug 12, 2019•42 min
Brilliant conversation on Episode 65 with Licensed Clinical Psychologist Dr. Russell Thackeray. It was interesting to hear Russell's perspective from many years working with individuals and organizations about where there are areas of improvement and where organizations need to put some more focus to improve their culture, trust with employees, and overall growth strategy to remain relevant and competitive in their market. Some Topics covered are: Being a professional musician Switching careers ...
Aug 08, 2019•46 min
Episode 64 introduced the audience to Krystian Leonard, Founder of Shining S.C.A.R.S Not-For-Profit Organization, Author, Miss West Virginia Pageant participant, and the list goes on. I had a wonderful conversation with Krystian when I met her in person at the Next Gen Summit in early June 2019 and wanted to dive deeper into her journey and share that with the audience. We covered a lot in a short time. Topics included: Miss West Virginia Competition The Zombie Club Movie Getting her first scars...
Aug 06, 2019•51 min
Episode 63 features the Founder of Ciaooo! Magazine, Chau Mui. I met Chau at the Next Gen Summit in NYC a couple months back and was blown away by her experiences and intellect as well as her eagerness to continue learning and adapting. She's had quite a journey thus far and we had a fun time exploring some of her early years and how that helped her evolve into the business woman she is today. Some topics discussed were: Growing up in Manhattan and Brooklyn Dumplings, a lot of dumplings Dropping...
Jul 30, 2019•1 hr 2 min
Episode 62 features Jordan Gross, a 2X Author, Founder of Cloud Nine Living, and all around good dude! Jordan and I had a really neat conversation around his 90 Podcasts in 90 Days, Writing books, his longing to give back to people, and much more. Find Jordan Online: Cloud Nine Living Website: https://www.journeytocloudnine.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-gross-8271905b/ Getting COMFY: Your Morning Guide to Daily Happiness: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079DX26HS About Jordan: Jor...
Jul 23, 2019•39 min
Episode 61 features Co-Founder of The Superfan Company, Kim Kaupe. I have been following Kim's content online for a couple years and was pleased to get a chance to meet her at the Next Gen Summit in June of 2019 when she was there as a speaker. This was an interesting interview that follows her journey from childhood through present day. Some topics we discussed were: Her goal of working for a magazine Serendipitously meeting her Co-Founder Keeping their jobs while starting the business Keeping ...
Jul 16, 2019•46 min
Was really cool to have Dale Dupree of The Sales Rebellion stop by for episode 60 of the Podcast. I've been following Dale for a couple years and since we had so many mutual connections and I always enjoy reading his thoughts on sales, I had to have him on to share his journey and knowledge. This was a really interesting interview where we go all over the place talking about his new company, what he learned from his Dad, when he was touring in a band, and much more. Definitely think you all will...
Jul 09, 2019•1 hr 5 min
Another One Mic Session in the books and this time I bring on a special guest in former Podcast guest Doug Neumann (Episode 57). Doug recently did something that I think many of us would never consider, he gave away 1 of his kidneys. I was so excited to learn more about this story and the process involved with it I had to do a separate episode on this topic alone. Doug was given a lot of help and guidance locally by UNC Hospital and if you wanted to learn more about donating a Kidney check out t...
Jul 04, 2019•42 min
Episode 59 is on fire with Motivational Speaker and Personal Brand Guru, Rich Keller. Whoa nelly this is such a great episode! I got to hear Rich speak at the Next Gen Summit in New York and had to get him on the Podcast. Such an incredible positive dude and definitely the type of people that I love having on this Podcast and the people that I enjoy jamming with. Ya'll are going to love this interview and get ready to take some serious notes! Link to the Next Gen Summit website - https://www.ngs...
Jul 02, 2019•52 min
Episode 58 features 4x Founder Nicolas Vandenberghe currently of Chili Piper , a buyer enablement platform for Sales & Marketing teams to better connect with their potential future clients. I really enjoyed the conversation a lot and especially the lessons Nicolas shared about the early stages of many of his companies, co-founding a business with John Sculley , having $42 million pulled out from under him, going against big competitors like Salesforce, and much more. Find Nicolas Online: Chi...
Jun 25, 2019•42 min
Episode 57 will forever be one of my favorites as I speak with good friend and software founder, Doug Neumann. I went on location to Doug's house to talk with him about his entrepreneur journey, making the switch from corporate america, getting support from his wife, and much more. This is a really special episode as Doug isn't known to many but not only is he a tremendous human being but he's living the "Just Get Started" life by pressing forward through a lot of fear and uncertainty to follow ...
Jun 20, 2019•43 min
Episode 56 is on fire with Neil Pasricha, Author, Speaker, Podcast Host, etc. I heard Neil speak at an event early in 2019 and made a point to reach out to him to get him on the Podcast. Was so appreciate for him taking some time out to share his story. I don't think conversations around happiness and fulfillment in life happen as much and it is just assumed that you'll be happy if you continue on some set path society puts you on at an early age. I'm glad Neil is touring the world to share a di...
Jun 18, 2019•31 min
On this episode of the One Mic series I start the conversation around Sales especially as it relates to people who have never had to "sell" before. This idea was originated from a great conversation I had up at the Next Gen Summit in NYC this past weekend. A lot of Start-up Founders have many talents and skills but one of the challenges a lot have is actually understand sales and the sales process of pitching VC's, selling their first clients, etc. I'm going to turn this into a multi-part series...
Jun 13, 2019•16 min
Episode 55 features Business Growth Expert, Mark Green. Had a tremendous conversation with Mark about his journey and how his passion for helping others led him to coach CEO's and other business executives. Mark shares many stories that can help aspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and future executives how to look at their personal and professional situations and take the necessary steps to evolve and get better. Mark recently launched his 1st book, Activators: A CEO's Guide to Clearer Thin...
Jun 11, 2019•41 min
Episode 54 brings by David Schnurman, CEO of LawLine and Newly Minted Author of "The Fast Forward Mindset: How to Be Fearless & Focused to Accelerate Your Success." Had a phenomenal conversation with David about his entrepreneur journey and how "doing his own thing" almost never happened. He shares stories about learning from his Dad, going back to Law School, and how he got LawLine up and running. Additionally, we take a walk down the path to becoming an author and the launch of his new boo...
Jun 04, 2019•49 min
Had an extremely deep and inspiring talk on episode 53 with Derrius Quarles and we called this "Part 1" as we just scratched the surface of his journey. We went deep into his upbringing and early years around foster care and how we got out of that situation to get over a Million Dollars in scholarship money to go to college. Ultimately, that drive helped propel him to start Million Dollar Scholar and kick-start his entrepreneur career. Some sites Derrius suggests to check out for Scholarships: h...
May 28, 2019•44 min
Episode 52 features newly minted Author, Rita Serra! Had an incredible conversation with Rita that takes us all over the world and explores her journey traveling and writing her book of poetry. I am always fascinated by people who can just go out on their own and travel to exotic and interesting places without thinking twice about it and Rita is certainly one of those people. Her stories about traveling to Europe and southeast Asia are incredible and excited for everyone to listen through this e...
May 21, 2019•51 min
Episode 51 features Erin Dimond, Fitness Professional and Founder of Erin Dimond Fitness. Erin is also the Co-Host of the Flow State of Mind Podcast with Jordan Dugger https://www.instagram.com/duggaesthetics/ Erin's journey is a tremendous one for all entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, or any 'preneurs out there. She took a personal challenge of running a half-marathon back in college and turned that into competing at fitness competitions and starting her own fitness coaching business. We talk throug...
May 14, 2019•42 min
Episode 50 was a blast to be speaking with Certified Executive Coach, Jackie Serviss. Jackie has had quite an interesting journey throughout her life from coming up through the ranks of competitive swimming, to scaling up the corporate ladder, to having her life turned upside down by a medical diagnosis. It's all come full circle and now she is helping other individuals see their potential and perform at their best. Find Jackie Online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackieserviss0728/ https://www.i...
May 09, 2019•54 min
Excited to welcome Kevin Dorsey to the Just Get Started Podcast. Kevin has been ranked as a top Sales Leader in across the industry and is currently the VP of Sales at PatientPop. Been wanting to speak with Kevin for a while on all things sales...and of course other tangents popped up...but had a great conversation about a lot of the hot topics in sales today and I know that sales folks as well as any leaders and business owners would benefit from his insight. Find Kevin Online: https://www.link...
May 07, 2019•31 min
On Episode 48 I sit down with a great guy and someone I've gotten to know well over the past year, Joshua Peach. Peach is a Corporate Evangelist at Dude Solutions and shares the great message of the company across the country with many events and speaking engagements. Additionally, Peach started a movement called Be Au Sm that is swiffering the nation and bringing a positive message that is much needed in our world today. About Peach: Twenty-seven years ago on my 16th birthday, my mother dropped...
Apr 30, 2019•1 hr 5 min
