Living Your Passion

Today's guest (#27), Kelsey Humphrey's searched on iTunes for "cool podcasts."* The first result returned was this one, Living Your Passion. *As you'll hear during this episode, that's not EXACTLY what she searched for, but close. Ha! Kelsey is awesome. I'm so glad we connected on both a personal and professional level. Stay tuned for more awesomeness to come - from both of us - as we team up for a few super-special "things." Back to Kelsey and her passion ... Kelsey's passion: Unlocking untapped potential. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to learn more about how Kelsey unlocks untapped potential? During this episode ... Kelsey shared more about her new book, Go Solo: How to Quit the Job You Hate and Start a Small Business You Love! (which just came out in audio version yesterday), as well as her business - coaching, consulting, speaking, and more! We talked about why people don't just quit the job they ha

In today's "flip the mic" episode, past Living Y0ur Passion guest Ethan Beute, interviewed me! I guess that makes me guest #26. Ha! I actually "pre-released" this episode on Sunday, November 2nd -- the day before I announced my new business, my new career, my new passion -- COACH DJ. If you are reading this post - and listening to this episode anytime Monday, November 3rd or after, well, the cats out of the bag. Ha! Ethan did a wonderful job of giving me a forum - my own podcast - to share my path to uncovering my passion: Helping People Rediscover Their Passion. Somewhat meta, I know. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to learn more about how I rediscovered my passion? During this episode ... I shared my definition of passion - and how it's evolved over time. We talked about some of the "big themes" - the big overarching thing - I've taken away from the show so far. I shared how I have hobbies ... err ... o

Garin Hess, (today's guest - #25) hails from the lovely state of Utah. As it turns out, Garin is the 3rd guest on Living Your Passion (Nate Bagley and Cara Heuser being the other two). Utah FTW! Garin and I connected when he sent me a "let's talk" email through LinkedIn. Love it. Garin's passion: The POSITIVE BENEFITS THAT COME FROM ENTREPRENEURSHIP. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to learn more about the positive benefits that come from entrepreneurship? During this episode ... Garin talked about Karl Marx. Didn't see that coming. Ha! I said "journey." OOPS. I just don't love that word ... story, process ... but not journey. Ha! Garin answered the question, "What happens if you are passionate about something but are no good at it (or don't have the capital to do it or other "insurmountable barriers")? Garin shared how to you can do some research to determine whether or not your passion can turn into a va

When I asked Mitch Jackson (today's guest - #24) how he was doing, he said, "if I was any better it would be illegal." Boom. And that's how we began today's conversation. And yet ANOTHER Tim McDonald introduction. Not to take anything away from this episode, but you have to check out the Living Your Passion episode I recorded with Tim. Mitch is passionate about a lot of things including helping others and being the custodian of the communities legal and ethical sense. He also loves social media, connecting with other people, building other companies, and helping people achieve success. If all goes as planned, Mitch brings all aformentioned passions into the trial lawyer arena. But to make things a bit more concise, Mitch is passionate about helping people become remarkable communicators. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to learn more about becoming a more remarkable communicator? During this episode ... Mi

Today's episode (#23) features Alina Mihai. Born and raised in Romania, Alina has a background in psychology, education, language therapy/communication disorders, energy work, and spiritual development. Dang. Right? As you'll hear (and as I professionally borrowed from her about page), Alina is a "Strategic Intervention Coach who believes in the power of passion, self-awareness, and authenticity." She "guide[s] and support[s] [her] clients on their journey to building a life filled with greater joy, love, and fulfilling personal relationships." Alina is a VERY passionate person. Her passions include coaching, teaching/training, speaking, writing, dancing, and designing. However, her "life purpose" is to help people - men, women and children - find their power ... their inner spark that's inside all of us. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to learn more about POWER? During this episode ... Alina talked about

Lots of firsts in today's episode, #22. Ilma Nausedaite is the show's first guest from Lithuiania (but second guest I've interviewed from the Baltic States). Additionally, this was Ilma's first time recording a podcast (she was great!). Like many past guests, Ilma has a few passions (including art), but the one that really stands out is TRAVELING. She's been to the United States, traveled to many countries in Europe, visited India, and is planning a trip to Colombia. In fact, her and her husband travel a few months every winter ... with their 3-year old son! In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to hear about travel? During this episode ... We chatted about how we met each other ... and first connected (through email marketing!). Ilma stated that having children is NOT an excuse to not travel. We discussed how travel is the common theme for all of her other passions (including art). Ilma shared how her trip to

The story about how I met today's guest (Episode 21), Sarah Dvorak, is quite unique. You'll have to listen to the show to learn more, but suffice to say, this email was a big part of it. I had the unique opportunity to record this episode at Sarah's house in San Francisco. SO. MUCH. FUN. I got to meet her husband, see her newborn, eat some cheese ... and riff about cheese (and more!) for 30 minutes. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to get your cheese on? During this episode ... Sarah and her husband Oliver allowed me into their home to record this episode in person! Sarah served me some really (REALLY) good cheese (see picture). We learned about how Sarah got interested in - the passionate about - cheese. We talked about American cheese (Kraft Singles!) for a bit. Sarah shared how the name "Mission Cheese" came about - not what I thought! We discussed "farm to table" and "local" ... stuff. Sarah talked abo

I met today's guest (#20), Dorothea Bozicolona-Volpe, at the bar in Miami. To be clear, I was at the bar with another guy - at a conference - and she approached us. Ha! Dorothea (pronounced Dor-a-TAY-a) loves culture, food, art, and skateboarding, but what underlies everything in her life is really her true passion: MUSIC. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to hear about jazz, rap, and other music (and even hear me "sing" a bit)? During this episode ... We discussed scotch, bourbon, and beer. Dorothea shared about her grandparents love for music ... and how it had a huge influence on her as a child. Dorothea talked about singing "Satisfaction" in her "knickers" into a Snoopy hairbrush at age five. Dorothea told us about how one teacher recognized her dislike for the violin and her interest in voice. Dorothea shared her love for the Rolling Stones - she's heard them live 20+ times! We discussed "doing what yo

Sara "sans H" Davidson is today's guest for episode #19. Sara is the CEO and co-founder of Hello Fearless, the school for female entrepreneurs. We connected thanks to this tweet from Living Your Passion listener Brandi Neloms followed by an email introduction from another listener, Bethany Rae Cramer. Thanks to both Brandi and Bethany (Rae)! "No H" Sara's PASSION is creating a world of unstoppable women. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to learn more about (unstoppable) women ? During this episode ... Sara explained what Hello Fearless (and Boss School) is all about. Sara talked through her process of self-discovery and how she found - and is now living - her passion. We discussed "why women" ... and not men (side note: she's a "big fan of men" but ... ). I pull a "John Lee Dumas" and break down Sara's passion creating a world of unstoppable women one word at a time. Sara shared how she is creating a world

Are you ready for nearly 30 minutes of a killer Irish accent? If so, Episode 18 with Evan McElligot (pronounced "Mack-Elli-gOT"), is for you. Thanks - again! - to Amanda O'Brien, for the introduction. Amanda Pants, if you'll recall, also email introduced me to another past guest, John Lee Dumas. The day we recorded this episode, Evan was celebrating his 36th 37th birthday! And yes, that is the beach - the waves - you are hearing in the background of this recording. Evan's passion is what he calls "cultural exchange" through travel (aka "travel in the new generation" or ... as I paraphrased "opening your mind through travel"). In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to open your mind (and think about travel differently)? During this episode ... Evan discussed his history - and passion - for the travel industry ... and how September 11th changed his world forever. Evan chatted about how he travelled to Australia fo

Back to back podcasters on Living Your Passion? Yup. Earlier this week I chatted with John Lee Dumas. Today (Episode #17) is Kerry O'Shea Gorgone. Kerry is a self-proclaimed geek, baker of chocolate chip cookies, lawyer, a wife, a mom (of two adorable boys), an employee at MarketingProfs, and a podcaster! While she loves her family - and her job - her true passion is learning about people through interviews (podcasting). Oh, and see that picture of Kerry (look to your right (or down))? That's the outfit she mentioned during this podcast! Finally, wait till you hear the audio good audio (just like the Julie Neumark and John Lee Dumas episodes). In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to get LEARNED on how to interview/podcast? During this episode ... Kerry gave one of the best intros of "who she is" I've ever heard. We discussed our mutual LOVE for talking with other people. A love I also share with my mother-in-l

It's not every day you get to chat with a dude whose podcast is "Best of iTunes 2013." Todays guest, episode #16, is the one ... the only ... John Lee Dumas. John is someone who has passion "in spades" (his words). And man does he. For those who don't know John, he's the guy who launched a podcast just over two years ago called Entrepreneur on Fire. As far as I'm aware, John (Lee) was the first person to publish a podcast 7 days per week. John's passion: INSPIRING MILLIONS In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to get all kinds of fired up? During this episode ... We talked about our mutual friend, Amanda O'Brien aka @Amanda_Pants We discussed weather - Maine vs. Rochester, NY vs. California. Short version: Both of us love the sun and neither of us love the winter! John shared how he went from the military to podcasting. John talked about how he went about finding - then living - his passion. John shared how in

I first learned about Mark Horvath - today's guest (#15!) - after listening to future Living Your Passion podcast guest - and past Work Talk Show guest, Kerry O'Shea Gorgone. Mark was on Kerry's podcast, Marketing Smarts. I literally stopped mid-listen and texted Kerry, asking for an introduction.  A few emails - and weeks - later, here we are. Mark BLEEDS passion. And, while Mark has many passions including good (and bad) marketing, pho, drumming, fishing, his true passion is FIGHTING HOMELESSNESS. And thanks to the work Mark is doing with InvisiblePeople.TV, he's making a huge dent. Mark is a storyteller ... as you are about to learn. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to see how we can all help fight homelessness? During this episode ... We learn that Mark was once living on the streets, homeless. Mark talks about homeless people just being ... people - just like you and I. Mark shares the difference betw

Jon Steiert (pronounced STY ERT) knows a thing or two about food ... and weight ... and unhealthy eating. In fact, today's guest (#14) knows a LOT about being fat and out of shape. As it turns out, he also knows even more about being healthy and in shape. Ever since discovering his passion - INGREDIENTS - Jon has lost fat, gained muscle, and educated himself on what he is putting into his body. Jon does not have a degree in nutrition or really anything related to food; however, I'd lean on him for anything related to ingredients and healthy eating. Dude gets it. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to talk ingredients? During this episode ... We chatted about how we met - power of social media! Jon shared how was pushing 300 pounds a few years ago - as well as how he lost 40 pounds previously ... then it came back. Jon talked about his mentor/guide/DOCTOR - Dr. Charlie Seltzer of Lean for Life We talk YET AGAI

(Lucky) Episode #13!!!! It turns out today's guest, Mic Johnson, and I first chatted years ago ... when Google Hangout first launched. But we really know each other from my good buddy in Kansas City, Mo, Archie Kangethe. As you will soon find out (once you hit "play"), Mic and I are #BrothersFromAnotherMother. Other than his love for the Kansas Jayhawks and KC Chiefs (I'm a Michigan Wolverine and NY Giants fan), Mic and I are wired the same way. I love Mic and am certain you will love him too. Oh, and Mic's passion? PEOPLE WHO ARE PASSIONATE In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to learn more about people who are passionate? During this episode ... We discuss how we know each other - kinda a crazy story. Mic shares his passion - meta as it is - people who are passionate. What the heck? Listen, and learn! Mic says "awesome" and "passion" a lot. Bonus points for the first person to send me a message with the corr

Today's guest (Episode #12), Ethan Beute, loves coffee. Ethan also loves (good) beer. Ethan also loves people. BONUS: Ethan is also a University of Michigan alum. GO BLUE. Hmmm. I love coffee, beer, and people (see my Twitter bio). In fact, I've had coffee and (good) beer with Ethan a few times in person. We've also chatted on the phone, via Facebook messenger, and through video. I was THRILLED when Ethan agreed to be my guest on Living Your Passion. I was even more excited when he told me his passion: CONNECTING WITH NATURE. Personally, I love nature (who doesn't?), but Ethan really dives into why connecting with nature is so important. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to talk NATURE? During this episode ... We discuss ... Beer. Coffee. People. We talk about the importance of connecting with nature (of course). Ethan shares why he does not belong to a gym - nor will he ever. We chat about the soothing nat

EPISODE #11 features Brian Fanzo, a dude I met on a (docked) aircraft carrier in San Diego in early 2014. Brian and I have about a zillion mutual connections (or 50). Brian's passion is CHANGE. Teaching CHANGE. Embracing CHANGE. CHANGE. CHANGE. CHANGE. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to talk CHANGE? During this episode ... Brian and I dig into how we first met ... on a boat. Brian shares how he uncovered his passion for change. Brian answers the question, "Are people afraid of change" in a way I didn't expect. Brian talks about "Do What You Love | Love What You Do" We talk about "GO BIG OR GO HOME." More About Brian I Talk Fast & Tweet Faster | Leading change in #SocBiz, #Tech, Social Media Business & #EmployeeAdvocacy | Chief Digital Strategist @Broadsuite #SocBiz25 #TChat Find out more on Twitter. Links Discussed In This Episode 90DaysToEllen Tim McDonald's Living Your Passion episode Do What

BACON! BACON! BACON! I mean, who doesn't like bacon? Besides folks who don't eat it for religious reasons and those who are vegan/vegetarian - though I bet some vegetarians make an exception for bacon. In today's episode, #10, I chat with Heather Lauer, about her passion: BACON. I read two magazines cover to cover. Wired (thanks Dad!) and The Costco Connection. Before you laugh about the 2nd one, it's a really good magazine. I mean, really good. Well-written. Interesting. But anyway ... I learned about Heather - and her passion for bacon - thanks to an article in a recent edition of The Costco Connection. WARNING: DO LOT LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU ARE HUNGRY! In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to talk BACON? During this episode ... How and why she decided to start a blog ... about bacon - well before the national bacon craze started. Bacon Nation (similar to John Lee Duma's Fire Nation). The new restaura

Episode #9! One episode away from double digits. Crazy, I know. Currently living in Madrid, Spain ... by way of Romania (of course), Corina Manea is my first international guest on Living Your Passion. And, as you can imagine, she set the bar high for future non-US-based guests! Corina has a few passions - PR, communication, and getting in shape. And while I love that picture of Corina (from Facebook), I also really love this one from Twitter. I was torn! In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to hear a killer accent and learn about PR, communication, and getting in shape? During this episode ... You get to listen to Corina's amazing accent for 20+ minutes. Corina shares what she wanted to do since high school (quite different then my goal of playing for the Kansas City Royals!). Corina discusses her reasoning behind her move from Romania to Spain. Corina talks about how her commitment to fitness has led to happ

8 episodes in and already I have my 2nd "McDonald" on the podcast. Today's guest, Loren McDonald, is not related to Tim McDonald (guest #3) is the VP of Industry Relations at Silverpop and can often be found preaching the benefits of email marketing as well as social media and location-based marketing. However, while that's his job - and one he's quite good at - Loren's passion is not what he gets paid to do. Loren's passion is about all things green. More specifically, Loren is passionate about being a change agent and getting people other than tree huggers to "see the light." Loren believes strongly in the need to move away from fossils fuels, supports electric vehicles, and is an advocate for solar power. In case you missed any of the previous episodes, you can catch them here by visiting the Living Your Passion landing page. Are you ready to GO GREEN and SAVE GREEN? During this episode ... Loren shared his passion for alternative energy, solar energy, wind energy, electric vehicles, reducing our use of w