In this heartfelt episode of Live Life By Design, host Jeff Mendez welcomes entrepreneur and mentor Nathaniel Olsen to discuss what it truly means to lead with love. From his mission in Sweden to building a successful direct-to-home business, Nathaniel shares pivotal lessons on faith, fatherhood, and finding focus in a world full of distractions. Discover how horseback rides, youth mentorship, and family traditions shape his vision of legacy and leadership. A powerful listen for anyone seeking t...
Jul 17, 2025•55 min•Ep. 59
In this inspiring episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez sits down with Vessie Pearson—CEO of Aptive and founder of Utah United Academy. From taking his son to train with a pro soccer academy in Italy, to leading a $100M+ employee payout, Vessie shares lessons on leadership, resilience, and living with purpose. This episode covers family, business growth, entrepreneurship setbacks, and how mindset and preparation can shape success. 00:00 Catching Up: Vessie’s Italy Soccer Experience 08:58 A...
Jul 10, 2025•35 min•Ep. 58
In this powerful episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez sits down with Josh Sluyter for an unfiltered, inspiring conversation about resilience, leadership, fatherhood, and personal transformation. From a turbulent childhood and homelessness to building a successful career in solar sales and leadership, Josh shares how embracing vulnerability and choosing love over anger shaped his life. This episode is packed with emotional moments, leadership insights, and real talk on parenting, business,...
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 57
In this inspiring episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez welcomes Blake Erickson to discuss the transformative journey of embracing risk, reinventing yourself, and finding purpose beyond comfort. Blake shares his experiences from door-to-door sales to co-authoring a book, launching a training company, and embracing a life of intentionality. Jeff and Blake dive deep into overcoming fears, managing financial risk, navigating family support, and building a fulfilling life designed around contr...
Jun 12, 2025•55 min•Ep. 56
In this heartfelt episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez sits down with John Frampton to talk about life, leadership, family, and the power of human connection. John shares stories of his new role, past successes, and the challenges of staying grounded while reaching for more. From the importance of relationships to the power of compliments and navigating grief, this episode offers profound insights for anyone wanting to live a life by design. Tune in and get inspired to discover what makes...
Jun 05, 2025•53 min•Ep. 55
In this deeply introspective episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez is joined by entrepreneur and culture architect Jordan Binning. Known for building high-performing teams and leading with loyalty, Jordan shares the highs, lows, and lessons from his personal and professional journey — including launching a new business from scratch, staying grounded through adversity, and creating success that starts at home. You’ll hear real talk about sales, entrepreneurship, family, legacy, and what it ...
May 29, 2025•1 hr 1 min
What drives a 41-year-old husband, father of three, and CSO of a $300M brand to willingly get punched in the face—on purpose? In this raw and riveting episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez sits down with Dan Gardner, Chief Sales Officer of Bucked Up, to unpack his decision to enter a professional bare knuckle boxing match. From the blood, stitches, and mental battles to the business lessons and parenting insights, Dan shares why this fight wasn’t about victory in the ring—but triumph over ...
May 22, 2025•51 min•Ep. 53
In this must-hear episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez sits down with entrepreneur JD Beck to unpack a story of radical reinvention. From pursuing a career in psychology to building a $360 million solar company out of a shed, JD's journey is a testament to grit, vision, and choosing growth over comfort. He opens up about betting on himself, the power of process, and the deep “why” that drives it all—his family. This is a blueprint for anyone ready to pivot, push, and build something lasti...
May 01, 2025•54 min•Ep. 52
In this episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez sits down with Brad Mortensen, the founder of RepCard, to talk about what it really takes to build something meaningful — in business and at home. From humble beginnings in door-to-door sales to creating a software tool used by thousands of reps across the country, Brad shares the wins, the failures, and the mindset shifts that made it all possible. More than just a startup story, this conversation dives into entrepreneurship, marriage, fatherh...
Apr 17, 2025•45 min•Ep. 51
In this episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez sits down with his longtime friend, Nick Hansen, to discuss the importance of living life with intention. They dive deep into prioritizing family, navigating career growth, and finding fulfillment beyond social media. Nick shares powerful insights on leadership, resilience, and how past struggles shape our ability to help others. Whether you're in business, personal development, or just seeking inspiration, this episode is packed with wisdom on...
Mar 27, 2025•54 min•Ep. 50
In this episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez sits down with Kenny Cox, a seasoned leader with 19 years at Vivint, to discuss his journey in sales, leadership, and personal growth. Kenny shares insights on health and discipline, the evolution of direct sales, and how to balance family life with a high-pressure career. From the power of resilience to the importance of building a strong community, this conversation is packed with wisdom for anyone striving to design their ideal life. Timesta...
Mar 13, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 49
In this inspiring episode of the Live Life by Design Podcast, host Jeff Mendez welcomes Kevin Suess for a deep dive into his journey from Vivint to SunPower, lessons in leadership, and the power of living life intentionally. Kevin shares how gamification transformed the sales industry, how to build lasting culture, and why family and purpose guide his decisions. 📌 Highlights: Career transitions: Vivint to SunPower The story behind gamification in sales Leadership, legacy, and family priorities ...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 48
In this inspiring episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez welcomes Tin Tin, a former architect turned solar entrepreneur. Tin Tin shares his journey from Puerto Rico to building a thriving door-to-door solar business, his philosophy on accountability as his "Word of the Year" for 2025, and the lessons he's learned in leadership and parenting. From life-changing moments in business masterminds to advice on raising kids with trust and love, this conversation is packed with insights for living ...
Jan 09, 2025•57 min•Ep. 47
In this episode of Live Life by Design, we sit down with Hall of Famer Artis Gilmore to talk about his remarkable journey from the ABA to the NBA, the challenges of growing up in segregated Florida, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Artis shares his thoughts on overcoming adversity, focusing on family, and staying resilient in the face of life’s challenges. Stay Connected with Jeff: Instagram: instagram.com/jeffreymendez_papi TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@live.life.by.design Learn more about...
Dec 05, 2024•15 min•Ep. 46
Join us in this enlightening conversation with NFL legend Darryl Green as he shares his life lessons, from a 20-year NFL career to his remarkable parenting approach and community work with today’s youth. Dive into the highlights below: Timestamps: 0:07 - Welcoming Darryl Green: From Houston to the NFL 0:41 - Reaction to Washington's Team Name Change 1:54 - Darryl’s Legacy: 20 Years with One Team 2:34 - Earning the Title "The Ageless Wonder" 4:16 - The Mental vs. Physical Game in the NFL 6:41 - D...
Nov 21, 2024•39 min•Ep. 45
In this episode, we sit down with the legendary MLB pitcher, Dave Stewart, to discuss his incredible career, spanning 16 years and 3 World Series championships. From his early days playing winter ball in Puerto Rico, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic, to the challenges he faced as a black pitcher in the 70s and 80s, Dave shares valuable insights about perseverance, mentorship, and his passion for giving back through youth organizations. We also dive into the Roberto Clemente Award, his thoughts...
Nov 14, 2024•41 min•Ep. 44
In this episode, Tim Brown, legendary wide receiver and NFL Hall of Famer, sits down to discuss his inspiring journey from being a high school athlete to winning the Heisman Trophy and eventually making it into the Hall of Fame. Tim shares stories about his college days at Notre Dame, how leadership and pivotal moments shaped his career, and his thoughts on today’s NFL. Plus, he talks about his current business ventures and philanthropy efforts. Stay Connected with Jeff: Instagram: instagram.com...
Nov 07, 2024•39 min•Ep. 43
In this Live Life by Design episode, we chat with Danny Sprinkle, the new head coach of University of Washington’s men's basketball team. From leading Utah State to the NCAA tournament to joining the powerhouse Big Ten Conference, Danny’s journey is packed with insights on discipline, leadership, and creating winning cultures. Stay Connected with Jeff: Instagram: instagram.com/jeffreymendez_papi TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@live.life.by.design Learn more about Studio 168: studio168p.com 🎧 Subscribe ...
Oct 31, 2024•12 min•Ep. 42
In this episode of Live Life by Design, Brian Charlesworth, founder of Sisu, joins us to discuss his incredible journey from Porsche enthusiast to building a successful real estate software company. We dive into his passion for cars, the lessons learned from his entrepreneurial endeavors, and how Sisu is revolutionizing the real estate industry. Tune in for insights on how to navigate business challenges, scale effectively, and live a life truly by design. Stay Connected with Jeff: Instagram: in...
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 41
In this exciting episode we sit down with NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry to discuss his unique outlook on life, his passion for pickleball, and the importance of living with purpose. Rick shares how he manages his emotions, deals with life's challenges, and continues to set goals even in his 80s. He opens up about his transition from professional basketball, his competitive spirit in new sports, and how he applies life lessons to everything he does. Tune in for a conversation filled with wisdom, h...
Oct 17, 2024•27 min•Ep. 40
In this episode of Live Life By Design, we sit down with NBA legend Byron Scott to discuss his inspiring journey from growing up in Utah to becoming an NBA champion. Byron shares stories about his early days in basketball, moving to Los Angeles, and his path to the NBA. He reflects on playing alongside Lakers greats like Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, winning three championships, and transitioning to coaching. We also dive into his perspective on the current state of the NBA and the impo...
Oct 10, 2024•35 min•Ep. 39
In this inspiring episode of the Live Life by Design podcast, we sit down with 11-year-old broadcasting sensation, Jeremiah, who shares his incredible journey from a surprise interview with Raiders star Davante Adams to interviewing top comedians and athletes. Join us as we dive into his unique story, his aspirations, and what it means to live life by design. Stay Connected with Jeff: Instagram: instagram.com/jeffreymendez_papi TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@live.life.by.design Learn more about Studio ...
Oct 08, 2024•11 min•Ep. 38
In this episode of Live Life by Design, Katy Marie opens up about her transformative journey of self-discovery and breaking free from societal expectations. From navigating life post-divorce to reconnecting with her authentic self, Katy shares her courageous story and the life lessons she’s learned along the way. Tune in as she discusses overcoming challenges, redefining happiness, and the power of trusting your inner voice. Stay Connected with Jeff: Instagram: instagram.com/jeffreymendez_papi T...
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 37
In this episode of Live Life by Design, we sit down with Jesús Hacerse, founder of Señor Pollo, to talk about his inspiring entrepreneurial journey, from humble beginnings to managing multiple franchise locations. Discover how he turned challenges into opportunities, expanded his brand across states, and built a thriving business that’s rooted in authentic Sinaloan culture. If you're a fan of business insights, food industry tales, and the grit of entrepreneurship, this episode is for you. Stay ...
Oct 01, 2024•54 min•Ep. 36
In this episode of Live Life by Design, we welcome Jeff Bennett and Lauren Taft from Studio 168 to dive into real estate strategies that make all the difference in today's challenging market. From sourcing hidden gems in the real estate landscape to contesting insurance and taxes, Jeff and Lauren share their expertise in operations, asset management, and navigating market shifts. Whether you're new to real estate or looking to sharpen your skills, this episode is packed with insights. Stay Conne...
Sep 26, 2024•45 min•Ep. 35
In this episode, we sit down with legendary pitcher Goose Gossage as he shares stories from his upbringing in Colorado to his iconic career in Major League Baseball. Goose discusses his family's deep history, his multi-sport athletic background, and how he discovered his passion for pitching. He gives insight into the evolution of the bullpen and the role of a relief pitcher, recounting pivotal moments from his career, including the pressure of high-stakes games and defining the closer role. Joi...
Sep 24, 2024•47 min•Ep. 34
In this episode of Live Life by Design, we explore what it truly means to live with purpose, discussing how mindset shifts can lead to extraordinary personal and professional growth. Our guest shares pivotal lessons from his career in sales, the power of human development, and how focusing on personal transformation can lead to success in all areas of life. From emotional self-regulation to leadership, this episode dives deep into the principles that fuel both high performance and lasting fulfil...
Sep 19, 2024•59 min•Ep. 33
In this exclusive interview, former President of Mexico Vicente Fox shares his fascinating journey from humble beginnings to leading the nation. Fox discusses his leadership philosophy, his time in office from 2000-2006, and his career at Coca-Cola. He also addresses global political challenges, including the situation in Venezuela, the current leadership in Mexico, and his advocacy for change. Tune in for powerful insights on leadership, service, and making an impact. Stay Connected with Jeff: ...
Sep 17, 2024•26 min•Ep. 32
In this episode, we sit down with the legendary Jim McMahon, former NFL quarterback and two-time Super Bowl champion. Jim opens up about his time at BYU, navigating the NFL, the memorable 1985 Chicago Bears team, and the lessons he learned throughout his career. We also dive into his advocacy work for cannabis and concussion awareness, where he discusses his journey with health and healing after football. Tune in for an engaging conversation full of insight, humor, and hard-earned wisdom. Stay C...
Sep 12, 2024•31 min•Ep. 31
In this episode, we sit down with NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins to discuss his incredible basketball journey, including his time with USA Basketball and the Dream Team. Dominique shares his thoughts on the evolution of the NBA, his toughest opponents, and the life lessons he's learned both on and off the court. We also talk about mentorship, the importance of strong leadership, and how to live a life by design. Stay Connected with Jeff: Instagram: instagram.com/jeffreymendez_papi TikTok: w...
Sep 10, 2024•21 min•Ep. 30
