The Pursuit With Kelsey Humphreys

If you're an aspiring fitness guru, coach, marketer or online business entrepreneur you will love this episode with Chalene Johnson. Prepare. Yourselves. I sat down and asked Chalene Johnson, the fitness mogul, everything you’ve been dying to know: How did she transition from fitness guru to business guru? She talks a lot about working less and living more these days, but didn’t she work all day everyday when she built her business? What’s her advice to those just starting out?   If, like many, you think Johnson is just a Fitness Talking Head, you are mistaken. She started her first business in her teens – flipping state-owned automobiles. I’ll give you a second to imagine Teen Chalene pulling up to the auto shop in a dirty, bright orange beater. After a while the business no longer felt safe – traveling alone with cash to a transaction with a stranger. So she transitioned that business into a service that facilitated a joint location for private buyers and sellers to meet and buy and sell their used cars.  

If you're an aspiring author, speaker, or thinking of starting a non-profit, you'll love this interview with NY Times Bestselling author Bob Goff. Bob Goff is not your average attorney. He prefers hugs over handshakes, never lets a call go to voicemail, and listed his private cell phone number at the end of his NY Times bestselling book, Love Does. He is the founder of Restore International, which has brought over 200 cases to trial, pursuing justice, intervention and education for women and children in Uganda, India and Somalia. His charisma and authenticity – which you’ll appreciate clearly in this interview –  have made him an internationally sought-after speaker, inspiring audiences to get to the ”do” part of life. I had the treat of getting to interview him backstage before one of his keynote presentations, and in my hometown of Oklahoma City too.   Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript with links to extra resources at http://thepursuit.tv/bobgoff   Thanks for liste

If you’re an aspiring broadcaster or entertainment entrepreneur, or just an Al fan, you will love this one. If you don’t know who Al Roker is, well, that’s weird. The famous weather anchor joined NBC’s Today in 1996, and has been there since. You’ve also seen him on NBC Nightly News, hosting NBC’s Celebrity Family Feud, the Macy’s Day Parade, and in his own show on The Weather Channel, Wake Up With Al.   It was fitting that our interview was initially cancelled on account of, you guessed it, the weather. Luckily hurricane Joaquin slowed down enough for America’s favorite weatherman to spare twenty minutes for us. In between weather updates, we sat in his office on the 5th floor of New York City’s iconic 30 Rockefeller Center, and discussed his amazing career.   Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript with links to extra resources at http://thepursuit.tv/alroker   Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and sign up for fre

If you're an aspiring entrepreneur, marketer, or author you'll love this episode with the master, Seth Godin. I was excited when we arrived in Hastings on Hudson and approached the most modern facade on the street. The revamped apartment building now houses offices, one of which belongs to Seth Godin. I, along with millions of others, have read his work, which includes 18 international bestsellers and his iconic blog, This is Seth’s Blog. He was as cool and friendly as you would hope him to be, offering us our pick of his growing dark chocolate collection. Many writers and entrepreneurs will appreciate that he was wearing “webinar attire” – a shirt and tie with shorts and converse.   But as we sat to prepare for the interview Godin explained he doesn’t like to talk about himself because it “doesn’t do much good.” Lucky me… Watch as I rewrite questions on the fly (you can kinda tell) and chat with the master about his success, his advice, and his deep, deep love for cereal..   Watch the interview, see bonus fo

If you're an aspiring comedian, writer, actor, speaker or even entrepreneur, you'll really enjoy this hilarious episode. If you’re a fan of comedy, you know Chelsea Peretti. If you’re a fan of the FOX hit, “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” you know her as the self-absorbed unfiltered Gina Linetti. But you may not know that before rising to sitcom stardom, Peretti appeared on multiple comedy shows, created her own projects, and was a writer for “Parks and Recreation,” and “Saturday Night Live.” Last year she landed a coveted hour long comedy special on Netflix, One of the Greats, which was met with critical acclaim, and she has been featured on multiple “Comedians to Watch” lists. With such an impressive resume, you might expect some diva airs, but there were none to be found.   When we arrived at her dressing room on the historic lot in Studio City, California, the rising Comedy star was grabbing a quick bite to eat. She greeted us casually, grabbed her small shaggy dog and her lunch, and slipped out so we could set up.

If you're an aspiring realtor, designer, host or actor, or if you just love the Property Brothers, you'll really enjoy the advice and insights they share in this episode. In a restaurant near their temporary apartment outside New York City, New York, Drew and Jonathan Scott sat down to discuss their massive success and their advice for aspiring hosts and actors. We had a million technical issues on this shoot, but that didn’t stop the Property Brothers from giving AMAZING content, so bear with our sound and lighting and learn a TON from two of the most successful men in show business.   Jonathan and Drew Scott are the charismatic twin brothers who star in HGTV’s hit series Property Brothers, Buying & Selling and Brother Vs. Brother. Along with their winning blend of sibling rivalry and humor, they have a rare knack for finding fixer-uppers and turning them into perfect properties. Jonathan, a renowned designer and licensed contractor, and Drew, a seasoned agent, have bought and renovated real estate for o

If you're an aspiring author, angel investor, speaker or entrepreneur, you'll really enjoy this episode with happy wife and multi-faceted entrepreneur Fawn Weaver. When I met Fawn Weaver at her amazing home in Marina Del Rey, California, she went in for the hug instead of a handshake and I knew I was in for a treat. We started with her New York Times bestseller and her community of almost 1 Million Happy Wives, but we dove into so much more, for example, her work as an angel investor, how she became a TEDx speaker, and her strategy for hitting the NY Times Best Sellers list. She shares all in this fun, fabulous interview.   Fawn Weaver, founder of “The Happy Wives Club,” is not only a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author, but a proud wife and role model to all women in love or those who believe in true love. She released her newest book, “The Argument Free Marriage: 28 Days to Creating the Marriage You’ve Always Wanted with the Spouse You Already Have” via Nelson Books August 4th, 2015. Fawn was al

If you're an aspiring executive, an author, a blogger or an online entrepreneur, you'll love this episode. In his new studio in his backyard in Franklin, TN, Michael Hyatt discussed his journey, the keys to his success, and what exactly it’s like when straight-laced Michael Hyatt gets a little crazy!   Michael Hyatt is the author of the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller, Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World. He is also the former chairman and CEO of Thomas Nelson publishers and has spent thirty years working in nearly every facet of book publishing. Most recently, Forbes magazine named him one of the top ten online marketing experts to follow and one of the top fifty social media influencers.   It’s no wonder because his blog MichaelHyatt.com is ranked by Google in the top one half percent of all blogs with almost 500,000 unique visitors a month. His podcast, This is Your Life, is consistently in the top ten in the business category on iTunes and downloaded by more than 350,000 pe

If you want to learn how to make a living online, teaching others, with your business based around your lifestyle and your passions, you'll love this episode with Lewis Howes, from the School of Greatness Podcast. Lewis Howes is an online marketing expert, sought-after business coach, author, podcaster, and lifestyle entrepreneur. A former Pro Football player, collegiate football record holder, two-sport All-American, and current US Men’s National Handball team member, he is the host of The School of Greatness podcast, which has been downloaded by millions since its iTunes launch in January of 2013. Howes was recognized in a 2013 White House ceremony by President Obama as one of the top 100 entrepreneurs in the country under 30. He is an angel investor and advisor to startup companies. Howes has built a multi-million dollar online education business and Details Magazine named him as one of “5 Internet Gurus Who Can Make You Rich.”   Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript

If you want to learn how to make a living with your podcast, or grow any online business, you'll love this episode with Entrepreneur on Fire's John Lee Dumas. John Lee Dumas is the Founder and Host of EntrepreneurOnFire, an award winning Podcast revealing the journey of today’s most inspiring Entrepreneurs 7-days a week. EntrepreneurOnFire generates over $250,000 a month in revenue & offers a free 15-day course on Podcasting at FreePodcastCourse.com. With over 1 million unique listens a month, EntrepreneurOnFire has inspired Fire Nation to take control of their life and take the Entrepreneurial leap. Are YOU prepared to ignite?   Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript with links to extra resources at http://thepursuit.tv/johnleedumas/   Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and sign up for free weekly emails from Kelsey, about entrepreneurship, small business, marketing and life! Opt in at http://thepursuit.tv/podc

If you want to learn how to make it on Etsy, an online boutique, or even with a brick and mortar shop, you'll love this episode where Jamie talks about her journey and her advice. Alicia Shaffer is the woman behind Three Bird Nest. After just 3 years in business her bohemian apparel and accessories brand has become the second bestselling handmade products shop on Etsy, earning more than 86,000 sales. Learn how she did it, her advice for others, and my key takeaways from our interview.   Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript with links to extra resources at http://thepursuit.tv/aliciashaffer/   Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and sign up for free weekly emails from Kelsey, about entrepreneurship, small business, marketing and life! Opt in at http://thepursuit.tv/podcast http://thepursuit.tv http://kelseyhumphreys.com   Follow on Twitter: http://twitter.com/KelseyHumphreys Follow on Facebook: http://facebook.com/K

If you want to learn how to make a living with your passion for fitness, or grow any online business, you'll love this episode where Natalie talks about her journey and her advice. As a Licensed Master Sports Nutritionist and functional fitness trainer, Natalie Jill leveraged the power of the internet and social media and in a short amount of time she was able to help millions of people worldwide get in shape and be their best selves.  In the process, she created a globally recognized brand with over a million social media followers worldwide and created an online business that has generated over 7-figures in revenue! In health & fitness, or in business, Natalie Jill brings out the BEST in everybody she works with and helps them GET RESULTS.   Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript with links to extra resources at http://thepursuit.tv/nataliejill/   Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and sign up for free weekly

If you want to learn how to make it in the self-publishing world, you'll love this episode where Jamie McGuire talks about her journey and her advice. Jamie McGuire the genius behind international, bestselling contemporary romance, Beautiful Disaster. Jamie’s first self-published bestseller was picked up by Atria Books in 2012, and movie rights to Beautiful Disaster were auctioned by Warner Bros. in 2013. She is paving the way for the New Adult genre with Beautiful Disaster’s followup novel, Walking Disaster, debuting at number one on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestsellers lists as well. She also wrote the Providence series, Red Hill, A Beautiful Wedding,and Beautiful Oblivion, the first in the Maddox Brothers series, also a number one New York Times bestseller.   Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript with links to extra resources at http://thepursuit.tv/jamiemcguire/   Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcas

If you want to learn how to think like an entrepreneur, you'll love this episode where author and public speaker Donald Miller talks about transitioning from NYT Bestselling author to business owner. Donald Miller is the author of New York Times Bestsellers: “Blue Like Jazz,” “A Million Miles in a Thousand Years,” and “Scary Close.” He co-wrote the major motion picture “Blue Like Jazz” which debuted at the SXSW Film Festival and was listed as one of the top four movies to get you through freshman year by USA Today. He has served on The Presidential Task Force for Fatherhood and Healthy Families, a joint effort between government and the private sector to rewrite the story of fatherlessness in America. He has transitioned from Author to Entrepreneur and currently helps leaders grow their businesses at www.storybrand.com.   Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript with links to extra resources at http://thepursuit.tv/donaldmiller/   Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this e

If you're a blogger or online entrepreneur, you'll love this episode with author, speaker, and entrepreneur Crystal Paine from MoneySavingMom.com. Crystal Paine is a consultant, speaker and the founder of MoneySavingMom.com which has grown since 2007 to be one of the top personal finance blogs on the web–averaging over 1.5 million unique visitors per month. She is the author of Say Goodbye To Survival Mode and Restore Your Passion for Life. In addition to running her own business, she serves as a consultant to executives and business owners in the areas of brand development, online growth and social media strategy which makes sense because she has over 750,000 Facebook fans!   Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript with links to extra resources at http://thepursuit.tv/crystalpaine/   Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and sign up for free weekly emails from Kelsey, about entrepreneurship, small business, marketing a

If you're a photographer, graphic designer, crafter, artist, or creative entrepreneur, you'll love this episode. Recently named the “Most Influential Photographer on the Internet” by Huffington Post, Forbes and Yahoo, Jeremy is a husband, a dad, an Emmy-nominated celebrity photographer, an entrepreneur, a teacher and he tries to give back as often as possible. He founded a global photography movement called Help-Portrait, founded an iPhone app called OKDOTHIS and most recently founded See University. His goal in life is to use his voice, ideas and creativity to inspire and help others. He lives the simple life in Nashville, TN with his wife and four kids, two of which were recently adopted from Haiti. Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript with links to extra resources at http://thepursuit.tv/jeremycowart/   Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and sign up for free weekly emails from Kelsey, about entrepreneurship, s

If you're an entrepreneur who wants to grow your speaking gigs, or a speaker who wants to learn tips from the best, you'll love this episode! Scott Williams is an author and a popular leadership blogger at Bigisthenewsmall.com. He is an accomplished international speaker, and a sought-after consultant, constantly traveling to help organizations with his consulting company Nxt Level Solutions. He is a social media power-player, with over 180,000 Twitter followers and over 18,000 followers on Instagram.   Watch the interview, see bonus footage and download the shownotes transcript with links to extra resources at http://thepursuit.tv/scottwilliams/   Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and sign up for free weekly emails from Kelsey, about entrepreneurship, small business, marketing and life! Opt in at http://thepursuit.tv/podcast http://thepursuit.tv http://kelseyhumphreys.com   Follow on Twitter: http://twitter.com/KelseyHumphreys Follow on Facebook: http