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Just Get Started

Brian Ondrakowww.brianondrako.com
The Just Get Started Podcast is your go-to guide for breaking free from self-doubt, stepping outside your comfort zone, and taking action toward the life and business you truly want. Each episode dives into the real, messy journey of starting something new—whether it's leaving corporate, launching an idea, landing your first clients, or pushing past the mental barriers that try to hold you back. Through tactical insights and raw, relatable conversations, you'll gain the clarity, confidence, and motivation to stop overthinking and to just get started!
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Episodes

Ben Bradbury (Ep.127) - Content Strategist | Podcast Host, Subject Matter

Episode 127 features Ben Bradbury, a brilliant young entrepreneur, Podcast Host, and Content Strategist. Ben's 5 step process to start leveraging Empathetic Communication - https://www.benbradbury.com/blog/empathetic-communication Find Ben Online: Website: https://www.benbradbury.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benbradbury/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/benbradbury_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benbradbury/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHj9v7pZPU5tAYWVodvlqqA About...

Oct 12, 202055 min

We're Talking About Practice - One Mic with Brian Ondrako

On this week's One Mic Session I dive into how I've recognize the importance of practice, and different types of practice, that can help fuel your passions and push your business or projects forward. Please reach out and share your thoughts on the episode and interested to hear how you all practice and try to improve your craft. ........ Follow the Just Get Started Podcast on Instagram at @justgetstartedpodcast or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcast and to learn more about me...

Oct 08, 202013 min

Tisha Marie Pelletier (Ep.126) - Chief Experience Officer, Tisha Marie Enterprises, LLC

Episode 126 features Tisha Marie Pelletier who is the Chief Experience Officer of Tisha Marie Enterprises inspiring entrepreneurs to get out of their own headspace and make their vision happen through business mentoring, professional speaking, personal brand building, her online course the Startup Entrepreneur Academy, a Startup Business Grant, and her live events. Check out her Personal Brand Building Course -> Sign up here - http://personalbrandbuilderchallenge.com/ Find Tisha Online: Websi...

Oct 05, 202045 min

Reclaiming Your Focus - One Mic with Brian Ondrako

The One Mic Sessions are back and this time I dive into how I've tried to recapture my focus after getting sidetracked back in the summer and hopefully it helps others on their journey to a happier life. Please reach out and share your thoughts on the episode and interested to hear what you are focused on. ........ Follow the Just Get Started Podcast on Instagram at @justgetstartedpodcast or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/justgetstartedpodcast and to learn more about me and what’s going on in...

Oct 01, 202014 min

Dr. Harvey Castro (Ep.125) - President & Co-Founder, Trusted ER

Episode 125 features Dr. Harvey Castro, Emergency Medical Doctor and President & Co-Founder of Trusted ER. Find Dr. Castro Online Website: www.harveycastromd.info Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harveycastromd Twitter: www.twitter.com/harveycastromd Youtube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCVZVspkibK5hGbGdiLpNNBg TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@harveycastromd Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/HarveyCastroMD/ About Dr. Castro Dr. Harvey Castro was born in NY and raised in Queens, New York. His fi...

Sep 28, 202041 min

Adam Mendler (Ep.124) - CEO of the Veloz Group

Episode 124 features Adam Mendler, the CEO of the Veloz Group and the host of the Thirty Minute Mentors Podcast. Find Adam Online: Website: www.adammendler.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammendler/ Instagram: @adammendler Twitter: @adammendler About Adam: Adam Mendler is the CEO of The Veloz Group, where he co-founded and oversees ventures across a wide variety of industries: Beverly Hills Chairs, the leading seller of refurbished Herman Miller Aeron chairs in the country; Custom To...

Sep 21, 202048 min

Brandon Green (Ep.123) - Advisor | Investor | Entrepreneur

Episode 123 features Advisor, Investor, & Speaker, Brandon Green. Brandon is an entrepreneur and investor who co-founded the Keller Williams Capital Properties real estate organization in 2006 and together with his partners built it into a regional network of several offices and $2 billion in annual sales. Find Brandon Online: Website: www.brandongreen.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandongreen/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/brandongreennow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bra...

Sep 14, 202049 min

Alexa Curtis (Ep.122) - Founder & CEO, Life Unfiltered With Alexa

Episode 122 features Alexa Curtis, Founder & CEO of Life Unfiltered with Alexa and the Founder of the Be Fearless Summit. Find Alexa Online: Website: https://www.lifeunfilteredwithalexa.com/ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexa_curtis/ Be Fearless Summit: https://www.instagram.com/befearlesssummit/ About Alexa: Born and raised in small-town Mansfield, Connecticut, Alexa Curtis knew she was different. She didn’t fit into the “normal social mold.” When she entered middle school,...

Sep 07, 202040 min

Rob Volpe (Ep.121) - Founder & CEO, Ignite 360

Episode 121 features Founder & CEO of Ignite 360, Rob Volpe, who shares his winding journey from wanting to be an Executive in Television to Founding a company built around Empathy and helping organizations around their consumer strategy. Find Rob Online: Website: www.ignite-360.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rmvolpe/ Instagram: @i360sparks About Rob: Rob founded Ignite 360 to deliver actionable strategy, grounded in meaningful consumer insights, presented through story and creati...

Aug 31, 20201 hr 1 min

John Colaneri (Ep.120) - Talent, Designer, Developer

Episode 120 features John Colaneri, a Designer, Developer, Children's Book Author, and One of the Cousins on HGTV's Kitchen Cousins, Cousins On Call, and Cousins Undercover as well as becoming regular special guests on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and The Rachael Ray Show. Find John Online: Website: www.johncolaneri.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-colaneri-72a6b413/ Twitter: @colanerijohn Instagram: @colanerijohn Facebook: @johncolaneriTV About John: In addition to being one of The Co...

Aug 24, 202048 min

Brittany Brave (Ep. 119) - Comedian | Founder, Cat Call

Episode 119 features Comedian and Founder of Cat Call, Brittany Brave. Find Brittany Online: Website: www.brittanybrave.com Twitter: @ britbrave Instagram: @brittanybrave Facebook: www.facebook.com/brittanybravecomedy About Brittany: Brittany Brave is a NYC-via-Miami based comedian seen on TBS, MTV, The Wendy Williams Show and featured in The New York Times, ELLE, Ashton Kutcher's A-Plus and more. In 2019, and Brave was named Best New Talent at the NY Comedy Festival. Brittany produces the month...

Aug 17, 202056 min

Peter Kozodoy (Ep.118) - TEDx Speaker and Author of Honest to Greatness

Episode 118 features Tedx Speaker and Author of Honest to Greatness, Peter Kozodoy. Check out the honesty quiz: https://peterkozodoy.com/honesty Find Peter Online: Website: https://peterkozodoy.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterkozodoy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/peterkozodoy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterkozodoy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCysN6a0DZJEuWW6Ix-9qc-g Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeterKozodoyOfficialPage Medium: https://medium.com/@Pe...

Aug 10, 202049 min

Umama Kibria (Ep.117) - Co-Founder & CEO, SweatPack

Episode 117 features Co-Founder and CEO of SweatPack, Umama Kibria. I came across Umama on the Forbes 30 Under 30 List and I was excited to have her come on the Podcast to share her journey in both fitness and entrepreneurship, two of my favorite things to speak about! Find Umama Online: Website: www.sweatpack.co Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/umamakibria/ Twitter: twitter.co/smallstrongfit Instagram: instagram.com/smallandstrong.fit Youtube: youtube.com/smallandstrongfit TikTok: @smallan...

Aug 03, 202032 min

Deborah Olatunji (Ep.116) - Seeing Education Reform From the Lens of Generation Z

Episode 116 features Deborah Olatunji who is a writer, award-winning poet, activist, public speaker, and the author of Unleashing Your Innovative Genius: High School Redesigned. Connect with Deborah Online: Her Book: Unleashing Your Innovative Genius: High School Redesigned -> Link to Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Unleashing-Your-Innovative-Genius-Redesigned/dp/164137375X Website: www.deboraholatunji.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-olatunji Twitter: https://twitter.com/Deb_...

Jul 27, 202040 min

Chana Mason (Ep.115) - Vitality Coach & Author

Episode 115 welcomes in Vitality Coach and Author, Chana Mason, to share more about her journey and how she is helping people overcome their mental blocks to move forward and live a more happy and fulfilling life. Find Chana Online: Website: https://chanamason.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chanamasoncoaching/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chanamasonvitalitycoach/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ShiratDevorahSem Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/ChanaMasonGuide/ ...

Jul 20, 202059 min

Dr. Erin Ellis (Ep.114) - Naturopathic Medical Doctor

Episode 114 features Naturopathic Medical Doctor Dr. Erin Ellis and we speak with her about how getting and beating cancer sparked her drive to become a Naturopathic Medical Doctor and help others think differently about their health and wellness choices. Connect with Dr. Ellis Online: Website: www.drerinellis.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drerinellis/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.erinellis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drerinellisnmd/ About Dr. Ellis My pre-doctor w...

Jul 13, 202049 min

Heather Monahan (Ep.113) - Host, Creating Confidence Podcast

Episode 113 features Heather Monahan, a best-selling author, keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, Founder of Boss In Heels, and is the host of the Creating Confidence Podcast. Find Heather Online: Website: www.heathermonahan.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theheathermonahan Twitter: www.twitter.com/_heathermonahan Instagram: http://instagram.com/heathermonahan YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRMW8O4r97IhsGqGTo0dCpg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heathermonahanofficial About Hea...

Jul 06, 202042 min

Rene Rodriguez (Ep.112) - Founder / CEO / Keynote Speaker

Episode 112 features Rene Rodriguez, Keynote Speaker, CEO of Volentum, and Founder of AMPLIFII. A captivating, high-energy speaker, Rene is in high demand for annual events, conventions, and keynote speeches. He has shared the stage with the likes of Tony Robbins, George W. Bush, Magic Johnson, Ken Blanchard, and Jeffery Gitomer to name a few. About Rene: New Video Series: Lighthouse Series: www.seerenespeak.com/lighthouse Website: www.seerenespeak.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seere...

Jun 29, 202052 min

Chase Dimond (Ep.111) - Co-Founder & Partner, Boundless Labs

Episode 111 welcomes in the Co-Founder & Partner of Boundless Labs, Chase Dimond. I got connected to Chase through one of their clients, CrossNet, after Co-Founder Chris Meade joined us on Episode 90 of the Just Get Started Podcast. I loved Chase's knowledge around email marketing and how businesses can be more effective with it amongst other great topics we cover. Here is a link to Chase's recommendation to get some ideas for email designs/layouts - https://reallygoodemails.com/ Find Chase ...

Jun 22, 202051 min

Jeff Gothelf (Ep.110) - Coach, Speaker, Author & Consultant

Episode 110 features Jeff Gothelf, a Coach, Speaker, Author, and Consultant and his new book, Forever Employable: How to Stop Looking for Work and Let Your Next Job Find You, is out now! Book link: https://www.amazon.com/Forever-Employable-Stop-Looking-Work-ebook/dp/B086S5SJXM Link to the article he recommends from Josh Seiden called "How To Write" Find Jeff Online: Website: https://jeffgothelf.com/foreveremployable/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gothelf/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbo...

Jun 15, 202052 min

Dylan Gambardella (Ep.109) - Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Next Gen HQ

Episode 109 features the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Next Gen HQ, Dylan Gambardella. I was grateful to meet Dylan last year as I attended their Next Gen Summit in NYC and I love what him and the team at Next Gen HQ are doing to help create momentum for young entrepreneurs on their path to achieving their mission in life. Find Dylan Online: Website - dylangambardella.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylangambardella/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/DylGambardella Instagram - https://www.inst...

Jun 08, 202047 min

Blogging For The Entire Month of May - One Mic with Brian Ondrako

In this months One Mic Session, I shared some of the insights gained from my challenge of blogging every day for the entire month of May. This was a unique and interesting challenge for me and I hope some of the key takeaways help you get started on whatever journey you are going on. If you'd like to read the full article please head here -> https://brianondrako.com/all/blogging-every-day-in-may/ ........ Follow the Just Get Started Podcast on Instagram at @justgetstartedpodcast or Facebook h...

Jun 04, 202015 min

Matty Schaefer (Ep.108) - Co-Founder, Vade

Episode 108 features a young, sharp entrepreneur named Matty Shaefer who is the Co-Founder of Vade, a company making parking more convenient by making real-time parking availability data accessible to every city and driver. Find Matty Online: Website: www.matty.carrd.co Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattyschaefer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mstechyt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matty_schaefer/ About Matty: Matty is a 22-year-old entrepreneur that recently graduated from UNC as...

Jun 01, 20201 hr

Ashley Olafsen (Ep.107) - Founder, Visionaria Consulting

Episode 107 features Ashley Olafsen, Founder of Visionaria Consulting, which supports small businesses through consulting services. I met Ashley through the Next Gen HQ community and was inspired by her story to start M.O.V.E. when she was 16 and then continue on with her entrepreneurship journey in starting Visionaria Consulting. Here is a link to the book she recommends that she always goes back to: "When Things Fall Apart" by Pema Chodron - https://www.amazon.com/When-Things-Fall-Apart-Diffic...

May 25, 202054 min

Sara Miltenberger (Ep.106) - Founder, Restore Media & Strategy LLC

Episode 106 features Sara Miltenberger, Founder of Restore Media & Strategy and the Creator and Host of the Make Climate Cool Again Podcast. I met Sara while standing in line at the NextGen Summit in June of 2019 and it's been cool to get to know her and her passion around the environment and sustainability and her mission to change the world for the better. Connect with Sara online: Website: www.makeclimatecool.com Instagram: @makeclimatecool Twitter: @smilt127 Linkedin: https://www.linkedi...

May 18, 20201 hr 5 min

Mick Carbo (Ep.105) - Founder & Head Coach, Carbo Coaching

Episode 105 Features Mick Carbo, Founder & Head Coach of Carbo Coaching. Mick has a very unique story from starting to grow his first business when he was just out of high school, getting married and having kids in his late teens, and selling marijuana in his mid-20s and ultimately getting arrested. I really enjoyed this vulnerable conversation with Mick and I hope you do too. Find Mick Online: Website: CarboCoaching.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mick.carbo Linkedin: https://www.lin...

May 11, 202055 min

Writing A Book In 30-Days - One Mic with Brian Ondrako

April is Month 4 of my Dozen Months of Discovery and this month I decided to write a book. Originally, when I planned out my 12-months I had April slated as a month where I was going to learn the Ukelele. Solid choice and it was going to allow me to be that “beginner learner” again like I experienced in March learning Spanish. However, as I spoke with a friend and editor of a book I had been thinking about writing, it was determined that maybe the best thing to do was to put a time window into p...

May 07, 202014 min

Dr. Denise Gosnell (Ep.104) - Chief Data Officer, DataStax

Episode 104 of the Just Get Started Podcast welcomes Dr. Denise Gosnell, Chief Data Officer at DataStax. I truly enjoyed this interview and hope everyone gets some great takeaways and it helps open up their mind to data and how impactful it is on the world. Here is the link to Kaggle, https://www.kaggle.com/ , which is a website she discusses more about in the episode. Congrats to Denise on publishing her new book The Practitioners Guide to Graph Data which has been ranked as a #1 New Release in...

May 04, 202051 min

Brendon Elliott (Ep.103) - Executive Director, Little Linksters Association for Jr. Golf Development

Episode 103 Features Brendon Elliott, Executive Director of the Little Linksters Association for Jr. Golf Development 501c3, and Director of Instruction for the Little Linksters Golf Academy. Find Brendon Online: Website: https://littlelinksters.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendonelliott/ Twitter: @belliottgolf @littlelinksters @loveofthelinks Instagram: @littlelinksters @loveofthelinks YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/bundygolfer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LittleLink...

Apr 27, 202045 min

Tony Banta (Ep.102) - Managing Partner, Venture Greatly

Episode 102 features Tony Banta, the Managing Partner of Venture Greatly and Host of the Client Whisperer Podcast. Find Tony Online: Website: https://clientwhisperer.show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tonybanta LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonybanta/ About Tony: Tony Banta is a systems engineer, innovation consultant, and host of the Client Whisperer Show. Beginning his career as a self-taught software developer, Tony quickly realizing that the best code could never solve broader l...

Apr 20, 202051 min
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