In this episode of The Eternal Optimist, Matt Drinkhahn is joined by Preston Weekes, who shares insights on business and personal growth. He discusses the launch of his automated product, Posting Parties, and the importance of streamlining tasks for better human connections. Preston emphasizes choice and overcoming subconscious programming, reflecting on lessons learned in the car business. The episode also touches on the future value of books and AI, the power of music, and Preston's Save Lives...
May 30, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 76
Matt Drinkhahn's inspiring journey is one to be admired! From overcoming bullying to his three-day golf tournament with his father, which gave him a deeper understanding of parenting, his life has been shaped by strong moments of resilience. Throughout the conversation, we continually return to a moment with his father after a tough day in school when Matt faced his first real sense of rejection. It is this moment that Matt attributes to his strength and resilience. In This Episode, You'll Learn...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 75
In this episode of The Eternal Optimist, Matt is joined by Brandon Mckee, CEO of Win Big Media. Brandon shares his expertise on leveraging big data to drive organizational growth. He highlights the significance of understanding customer traits, behaviors, and psychological drivers to develop effective marketing strategies. Brandon's data-driven approach involves analyzing first-party and third-party data through a customer insights report. He emphasizes the importance of creativity and branding ...
May 23, 2023•43 min•Ep. 74
In this episode of The Eternal Optimist, Matt and guest Casey Stubbs discuss Casey's journey from the army to entrepreneurship and his success in podcasting. Casey provides valuable tips for starting a podcast, emphasizing the importance of starting small and focusing on helping others. He shares the benefits of podcasting, such as networking and building relationships. Casey's podcast, "How To Trade It," is recommended for trading education, and he highlights the power of step-by-step processes...
May 19, 2023•54 min•Ep. 73
In this episode of The Eternal Optimist, Matt Drinkhahn interviews Gary Wilson, a real estate investor and coach who has overcome numerous challenges. Gary shares his experiences and lessons learned, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, time management, and preparation during crisis. He also discusses the role of faith and trusting others after betrayal. Despite technical difficulties, Gary demonstrates adaptability and teaches listeners about overcoming adversity with a positive attitude....
May 16, 2023•42 min•Ep. 72
Ethan Wohlwend, a 13-year-old real estate investor, is making waves in the industry with his determination and hard work. In his appearance on The Eternal Optimist podcast, Ethan shared valuable insights on networking, starting small, and always looking for ways to grow. His story emphasizes the importance of building relationships, starting with small investments, and always striving for more. Ethan's growth mindset and willingness to learn from mistakes are essential traits for anyone looking ...
May 12, 2023•37 min•Ep. 71
In this episode of The Eternal Optimist, Gina Gardiner shares her journey of resilience, determination, and leadership. She emphasizes the importance of taking radical responsibility for our lives, becoming the leader of our own story, and aligning our behaviors with our personal values. Her journey is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of never giving up on our dreams. By following these principles, we can create a living legacy that inspires others and makes a positive i...
May 09, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 70
On "The Eternal Optimist" podcast, Lila Wohlwend shares her wisdom on raising young authors and investors, teaching children about business and money, and inspiring stories of young entrepreneurs. Lila discusses the importance of finding a mentor, investing in what you know, and encouraging children to pursue their passions at a young age. The episode also touches on the importance of spreading positivity and inspiring stories of young entrepreneurs who are doing amazing things. Lila emphasizes ...
May 02, 2023•45 min•Ep. 69
On this episode of The Eternal Optimist, host Matt Drinkhahn interviews meteorologist and entrepreneur, Ted Phaeton, about his journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Ted shares his love for science and meteorology, his struggles to graduate on time, and his experience breaking into a new career. He also talks about his entrepreneurial failure and the lessons he learned from ending a business partnership. Ted emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for mental and gut health, and sh...
Apr 25, 2023•52 min•Ep. 68
In this episode of The Eternal Optimist, host Matt Drinkhahn interviews Dex Randall, a coach specializing in overcoming burnout and finding purpose. Dex shares his inspiring journey of overcoming a heart attack and immobility to thriving in career and personal life. He emphasizes the importance of having something to look forward to in difficult times and connecting with others who have gone through similar experiences. Dex also discusses the mental toll of job stress and pressure, and how compa...
Apr 18, 2023•46 min•Ep. 67
In this powerful episode of Eternal Optimist, David Asbury shares his inspiring journey of healing and hope after the tragic loss of his son to suicide. He speaks about the incredible support he received from loved ones and the founding of the Samuel L Asbury Foundation for suicide prevention and awareness. David also reflects on his personal growth as a leader through his favorite question, "How is this helping you to be a better leader?" and how it has fueled his passion for giving back to the...
Apr 11, 2023•45 min•Ep. 66
Join Matt Drinkhahn on the Eternal Optimist podcast as he interviews Steve Farber, who shares his journey from buying and selling his first Gurian guitar to becoming a successful business leader. Steve emphasizes the importance of diversity in business and how it can lead to better decision-making and customer service. He shares his philosophy of eternal optimism, which means having a positive lens over everything and believing that everything will be fine. Steve also talks about his book, The R...
Apr 04, 2023•57 min•Ep. 65
In this episode of The Eternal Optimist podcast, host Matt Drink invites Dr. Lyle Lee Jenkins to discuss the current state of the education system and ways to make learning more enjoyable for students. Dr. Jenkins shares his expertise on the importance of tracking data, celebrating progress, and implementing new systems on a mass scale. He also shares personal stories about his own experiences with education and how they have influenced his approach to teaching and learning. This engaging and in...
Mar 28, 2023•45 min•Ep. 64
Join host Matt Drinkhahn on the latest episode of Eternal Optimist as he speaks with Leo Popik, CEO and entrepreneur, about his inspiring journey through the ups and downs of business and life. Leo opens up about the challenges he faced while starting his business, including obtaining a work visa and navigating the impact of COVID-19 on his company. Throughout the discussion, Leo emphasizes the importance of connection and collaboration with like-minded individuals who share his core values of t...
Mar 14, 2023•50 min•Ep. 63
In this episode of the Eternal Optimist podcast, host Matt Drinkhahn welcomes guest Eric Sardina to share his story of resilience and grit. Eric spent most of his career in sales and marketing, priding himself on his work ethic and achieving at a high level. However, he found that his corporate career was full of successes that ultimately ended in disappointment. He would earn a sale but not get credit or payment for it, leading to feelings of betrayal and shock. This pattern repeated throughout...
Mar 10, 2023•48 min•Ep. 62
Ashish Kothari shares his personal journey to find happiness in this episode of The Eternal Optimist. He discusses the importance of micro practices, such as focusing on what we can control and showing up in the world with a positive attitude. Ashish offers practical advice on mindfulness, including techniques like thinking about plants and how they grow, which can help us identify what we need to thrive. Listeners can learn more about these topics on the Happiness Squad website. In This Episode...
Mar 08, 2023•44 min•Ep. 61
In this episode of The Eternal Optimist, Adam Coelho opens up about his struggles with perfectionism and procrastination and shares how curiosity and grace have helped him break out of this cycle. He also discusses mindfulness as a tool for calming the mind and invite listeners to check out their daily content series focused on mindfulness, envisioning, and financial independence. Tune in for an insightful discussion on overcoming perfectionism and incorporating mindfulness into daily life. In T...
Mar 03, 2023•58 min•Ep. 60
In this episode of the Eternal Optimist Podcast, Matthew Christiansen shares his journey of resilience after the death of his son and his success in business, from building a gaming company at 12 years old to selling a business at 20. He discusses how he has used video games to help people going through grief and provides valuable insight on how to stay positive through adversity. Follow @eternaloptimistpodcast on Facebook and Instagram for daily live streams at 7am Eastern time, and don't forge...
Feb 28, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 59
On this episode of the Eternal Optimist Podcast, we hear from Ezra Max, a survivor of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center. Ezra shares his story of resilience, discussing his experience with trauma, how he overcame it, and found purpose in life. He also shares his journey from being an A.D.D kid to becoming an entrepreneur and how mentors helped him along the way. Finally, Ezra shares his thoughts on eternal optimism and how we can all find gratitude in our lives. Join us as we e...
Feb 24, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 58
Welcome to the Eternal Optimist Podcast, where we believe in the power of positive thinking and achieving your dreams! On this episode, we are thrilled to have Will Wang, the founder of Growth Labs, sharing his journey from a humble background to becoming a successful marketer and entrepreneur. Will's story is a testament to the fact that with hard work, perseverance and the right mindset, anyone can achieve their dreams. He shares valuable insights on how to systemize and build operations withi...
Feb 21, 2023•46 min•Ep. 57
Are you ready to be inspired? The Eternal Optimist Podcast is back with another incredible episode! Our special guest, Carolyn Colleen, is a high performance coach and global thought leader who has an amazing story to share. From growing up in absolute poverty to becoming a successful entrepreneur through Covid, Carolyn has faced some of life's toughest challenges and come out on top. In this episode, she shares her insights on how to be a strategist, how to go from surviving to thriving, and ho...
Feb 17, 2023•39 min•Ep. 56
Welcome to the Eternal Optimist podcast! On today's episode, we have Dustin Riechmann, an engineer turned entrepreneur who has some amazing stories to share about his journey. From witnessing abuse in his home as a child, to getting married in high school and starting a family, Dustin has overcome many challenges. He also shares how he found his faith and how it has shaped his marriage ministry. We also talk about Dustin's business journey from Fire Creek to marketing to podcast guesting masterm...
Feb 14, 2023•55 min•Ep. 55
Welcome to the Eternal Optimist podcast, where we empower listeners to turn their dreams into reality. Hosted by Matt Drinkhahn, each episode features inspiring stories and strategies to help you overcome obstacles and reach your goals. Today's show is all about harnessing the power of energy and maximizing your physical potential. Our special guest, Nate Palmer, shares his journey of overcoming body image consciousness and the secrets he discovered to optimizing energy. He delves into the art o...
Feb 10, 2023•47 min•Ep. 54
In this episode of the Eternal Optimist, Matt Drinkhahn is joined by Alyce Dailey, author of Magic Mom. They delve into the topic of living life on our own terms and how to use that newfound knowledge to inspire others. They discuss Carl Young's quote "The greatest burden on a child is the unlived life of a parent" and its relevance to their lives. Alyce shares her personal journey of reinventing herself after feeling unfulfilled and shares how listening for the word "fine" in conversations help...
Feb 07, 2023•46 min•Ep. 53
In this episode of the Eternal Optimist Podcast, host Matt Drinkhahn interviews David Hendrickson, a high performance coach and founder of the Walking Through Samaria podcast. David discusses his journey of finding peace through personal struggles and using his platform to give back to those in need. He shares his experiences with World Vision and Crisis International, as well as how his relationship with his son has helped him become more accepting and compassionate. He also explains the import...
Feb 03, 2023•48 min•Ep. 52
In this episode of the Eternal Optimist Podcast, host Matt Drinkhahn sits down with Deven Wohlwend, a 15-year-old entrepreneur and author. Deven opens up about the obstacles he faced when starting his business at such a young age and the significance of being trustworthy and keeping your word. He shares key lessons he has learned through his experience in business and how it has shaped his education. Deven also shares his decision to purchase a used car instead of a luxury vehicle and talks abou...
Jan 31, 2023•39 min•Ep. 51
Want to master the art of succeeding in all aspects of life? There's something you're probably ignoring - and it's not hard work, luck, or persistence. In today's episode, Matt Drinkhahn sits down with Reena Friedman-Watts to discuss the one thing guaranteed to bring you success in all areas of your life. They also share how overcoming life's challenges can make you a more confident person and how Mom-preneurs can excel at business and family life Reena is a Media Marketing Specialist and host o...
Jan 24, 2023•53 min•Ep. 50
Do you feel like a failure? Imagine being so bad at doing things that you worry you might fail at ending your life. In today’s episode, Matt Drinkhahn sits down with Mike Skrypnek to discuss how your failures and success are profoundly connected to your childhood trauma. They also talk about the things you should do when you feel like a failure, how to uncover and fix your childhood trauma, and whether toxic masculinity actually exists. Mike is an accomplished, nine-time author, international ke...
Jan 17, 2023•54 min•Ep. 49
Do you struggle with Alcohol addiction? Here’s some good news: you don’t need to hit rock bottom to drop your drinking habit. If you know you need help and truly desire to stop, don’t wait; just take action, no matter how messy it is. In today’s episode, Matt Drinkhahn sits down with Kay Allison to discuss how people can successfully drop a drinking habit, eliminate anxiety, and increase energy by using their drinking habits as a ticket to personal growth. Kay Allison is a successful entrepreneu...
Jan 10, 2023•39 min•Ep. 48
In this episode of the Eternal Optimist podcast, host Josh Goodman shares his remarkable journey from staffing industry employee to successful business owner in the draft beer and beverage industry. He shares how he reached out to a local expert to gain industry knowledge and how he secured a $10 million project with a public company. Josh also talks about his successful partnership with an Austrian company, which doubled his sales with their investment. Despite facing challenges like nightly se...
Jan 03, 2023•49 min•Ep. 47
