Blaze Your Own Trail

Episodes

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  How One Small Act of Kindness Started a Movement with Kevin Smith 01.11.2026 38m

  In this inspiring interview, Kevin Smith shares his journey from corporate success to founding Smith Wealth Advisory Group and Kindness Worldwide. Discover how acts of kindness can transform lives, influence society, and create a global culture of compassion.
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  Why Podcast Guesting is a No Brainer for Business Growth with Gini Trask 30.10.2026 49m

  In this episode, Jordan Mendoza interviews Gini Trask about her journey from a family of entrepreneurs, overcoming setbacks, and building a successful travel business to five million dollars. They discuss the importance of organic visibility, podcasting, resilience, and community in business growth.
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  Why You Should Start Your Day with Revenue Activities with Tom Krol 27.10.2026 25m

  In this inspiring interview, Tom Krol shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful real estate coach and entrepreneur. Discover key insights on handling pressure, the importance of fundamentals, and how adversity can be turned into advantage.
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  The Skill School Never Taught That Changes Careers with Minesh Baxi 24.10.2026 45m

  summary In this episode, Minesh Baxi shares his inspiring journey from India to the US, his insights on education, career skills, and parenting, and details about upcoming events for aspiring speakers and entrepreneurs.
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  The Power of Human Connection in Leadership with Dr. Jen Thomas 23.10.2026 36m

  summary In this episode, Dr. Jen Thomas shares her inspiring journey from childhood in Buffalo to becoming a leadership speaker and author. She discusses the importance of human connection, embracing life's ups and downs, and redefining pathways into the workforce.
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  Why You Should Build Through Failure with Steve Walsh 17.10.2026 44m

  In this episode, Steve Walsh, known as the hands-on angel, shares his journey from a successful corporate career to becoming an entrepreneur and investor. He discusses lessons learned from sports, leadership, building teams, managing multiple business units, and the importance of authenticity and bold outreach in business growth
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  They Used Stimulus Checks to Make Their First Short Film with Kaleb & Kyler Cook 09.10.2026 47m

  In this inspiring interview, Kaleb and Kyler Cook share their journey from small-town Illinois to becoming filmmakers with a faith-driven mission. They discuss their creative process, the importance of community, and how their faith shapes their work, culminating in the of their recently released impactful film 'Just One More' which has won several awards in multiple categories
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  Why Your Network Score Matters More Than Your Credit Score with Eddie Konialian 02.10.2026 41m

  Jordan Mendoza sits down with Eddie Konialian, co-founder of Netwrk.VIP, for a conversation about resilience, leadership, and why networking should be measured by generosity, not extraction. Eddie shares how growing up in Beirut during the civil war, immigrating to Los Angeles, and building his career in finance shaped his belief that real success comes from helping other people win.
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  From Burned Out Chef to Global Movement Helping Chef's Thrive with Andres Hinojosa 29.09.2026 49m

  summary In this episode, Chef Andres Hinojosa shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful chef and mentor. Discover how adversity shaped his life, his passion for food, and his mission to empower other chefs to succeed.
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  They Live On a Cruise Ship with Jeff and Debb Knapp 20.09.2026 1h 20m

  summary Jeff and Debb share their inspiring journey from hardship to living full-time on a cruise ship, emphasizing the power of resilience, faith, and community impact. Their story highlights overcoming adversity and building a life of purpose and impact.
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  From Stuttering to Strength with Marcy Axelrod 09.09.2026 49m

  In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza speaks with Marcy Axelrod, who shares her journey of overcoming stuttering and how it shaped her understanding of human connection and compassion. Marcy discusses the importance of showing up authentically in life, the continuum of presence, and how art serves as a powerful medium for expression and community engagement. She emphasizes the role of adversity in personal growth and the necessity of being present and compassionate towards others.
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  Life After the Gridiron, Podcasting for Business Growth, and Building Through Adversity with Marques Ogden 04.09.2026 33m

  Jordan Mendoza sits down with Marques Ogden for a wide-ranging conversation about reinvention, podcasting, business development, and resilience. Marques shares how he went from NFL player to entrepreneur, then rebuilt his career through speaking, coaching, consulting, and his podcast Get Authentic with Marques Ogden.
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  People Plus Process Equals Profit with Lee Walker 03.09.2026 41m

  Jordan Mendoza sits down with Lee Walker, founder of Daily Driver Consulting, to unpack how psychology, sports, international experience, and hands-on accounting work shaped his approach to helping small businesses improve profit.
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  How Dani Lynn Robison Built 8 Businesses and Scaled Big 13.07.2026 46m

  summary Join Jordan Mendoza as he interviews Dani Lynn Robison, a successful entrepreneur who shares her inspiring journey from music to real estate and business. Discover valuable insights on building wealth, overcoming challenges, and scaling multiple companies.
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  From Introvert to Influencer with René Remsik 01.07.2026 41m

  In this episode of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, host Jordan Mendoza interviews René Remsik, a content creator and entrepreneur from Slovakia. René shares his journey from an introverted child to a successful content creator with millions of followers. He discusses the importance of competitiveness learned from sports, the value of networking, and how to navigate social media for content creation. René also delves into his experience building SaaS products and offers advice for aspiring creators and business owners.
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  From New Orleans to Broadway: Alan Seales' Journey of Creativity and Tech 18.06.2026 54m

  Summary Join us as Alan Seales shares his extraordinary journey from childhood in New Orleans to a diverse career spanning theater, technology, and Broadway production. Discover lessons on teamwork, resilience, and the power of creativity in navigating career shifts and building impactful projects.
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  How Risk and Faith Shaped a Film Producer's Path with Sharon Oliphant 17.06.2026 50m

  summary Sharon Oliphant shares her inspiring journey from a large homeschooling family to becoming a faith-based film producer and actress. Discover how she overcame fears, took risks, and stayed true to her calling in the competitive film industry, all while balancing family and faith.
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  How to Unlock Wealth in Commercial Real Estate with Cherif Medawar 09.06.2026 47m

  In this episode, Cherif Medawar shares his inspiring journey from hotel management in Switzerland and the US to becoming a successful real estate investor and educator. Discover his proven strategies for building wealth through commercial real estate, networking, and innovative deal-making techniques.
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  They Made a Motion Picture About His Life with David Packouz 26.05.2026 54m

  Jordan Mendoza interviews David Packouz, the real-life inspiration behind the movie War Dogs, exploring his journey from religious upbringing to government contracting success. Discover how David leveraged his entrepreneurial spirit, navigated legal challenges, and now teaches others to win government contracts through his War Dogs Academy.
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  How a $35K Investment Turned into a Highly Profitable Airbnb Arbitrage Business with Linda Kim 12.05.2026 34m

  summary Linda Kim shares her inspiring journey from corporate tech to successful Airbnb arbitrage and coaching. Discover actionable strategies, mindset shifts, and tips to accelerate your side hustle into a thriving business.