Overcoming Adversity Episodes

In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza interviews Matt Theriault, CEO of Epic Real Estate, who shares his journey from a successful music career to military service and ultimately to real est...

In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza interviews Eric Cabral, a creative director turned entrepreneur. Eric shares his journey from a corporate career to discovering his passion for real est...

Jerry Wilkinson is founder and Chairman of The Wilkinson Companies, a privately- held real estate investment and management firm. Since 1984, Wilkinson has directed the operations and growth of the Wilkinson Companies and its...

In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza discusses the critical role of accountability in sales coaching. He emphasizes the importance of consistent effort and the need for accountability partn...

Takeaways Headbands of Hope donates a headband for every one sold. Adversity can lead to significant personal growth. Showing up without an agenda opens up opportunities. Your story can serve as a survival guide for others. E...

Takeaways Confidence is essential for successful sales. Limiting beliefs can undermine confidence. Sales coaching can help build confidence over time. Borrowed confidence can lead to real confidence. Each client's journey is ...

Takeaways Say yes to opportunities and be open to new experiences Embrace a growth mindset and be willing to learn and adapt Practice gratitude for every experience and use it as a catalyst for personal growth Chapters 00:00 ...

Takeaways The importance of mentors and personal development in shaping one's career The value of discipline and excellence in achieving success The impact of overcoming obstacles and challenges The role of formative years in...

Takeaways Adversity can be a catalyst for personal growth and transformation. Sports teach valuable lessons about pushing through pain, self-awareness, and finding one's value. Early work experiences can provide valuable less...

Takeaways Growing up in a military family and moving frequently can teach adaptability and resilience. Bullying experiences can shape a person's character and drive them to protect others. Practice is key to success in sales ...

Takeaways The importance of a strong work ethic and values in achieving success The power of competition and self-reliance in personal and professional growth The significance of stepping out of your comfort zone and facing y...

Jahmaal Marshall shares his journey of growing up with an alcoholic and drug-addicted father, the impact it had on him, and the eventual reconciliation and healing of their relationship. He discusses his own struggles with ad...

Summary Terry Fossum shares his incredible journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful author, speaker, and trailblazer. He emphasizes the importance of embracing failure, outworking others, and focusing on ...

Summary: Adam Gaskill, founder of The Nonprofit Creators, shares his journey of transforming lives through charity and contribution. He discusses the importance of finding fulfillment and creating a lasting legacy. Adam highl...

Angela Duncan, bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Empower Her Money, shares her journey from childhood abuse and poverty to becoming a successful entrepreneur and real estate investor. She emphasizes the importance o...

About Corey: Entrepreneurship saved my life, before I was an entrepreneur, I was an addict going nowhere except to my death bed and thru chasing the carrot of money it forced me to be in rooms with people leveling up their li...

About Jake: Who is Jake Tullis…? I have pondered this a great deal; it is still a question I am finding answers to as life persists. I don’t have a complete answer, but I can share what I do know to be true about myself. I am...

About Tanya: She spends her days helping business owners with her 5 step framework learn how to re-passion, grow through collaboration, and stop trading minutes for money so they can go from wanting to break up with their bus...

About Anna: Anna Urnova is a Career Coach helping professional mid-career men stop being stuck, undervalued and burning out in soul-sucking jobs and successfully pivot to thrive WITHOUT starting over or going back to school, ...

Summary Russell Rogers shares his journey of blazing his own trail, from his adventurous childhood to his impactful work in youth ministry and landscaping. He emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with good people...

About Cindy: Cindy Witteman, a powerhouse from the heart of San Antonio, Texas. She's not just a Business Owner, 4x Best-Selling Author, and proud recipient of the esteemed 2023 Trailblazer Award—she's also your go-to host fo...

In this episode, Jordan Mendoza discusses the importance of the 'About Summary' section on LinkedIn profiles. He emphasizes the need to share personal stories, experiences, and pivotal moments in this section, rather than sim...

About Bill: Bill Caton is the founder of Caton Commercial Real Estate Group with a background in the service industry spans more than 40 years. Bill specializes in commercial development, farmland sales, 1031 exchanges, and c...

About Erik: Erik is truly a man of integrity, work ethic and an overcomer. Growing up with a complicated childhood and broken home, to raising himself from the age of 14. Unfortunately finding trouble along the way desperatel...