Introduction
Success stories of remarkable people
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1. David Winford: Millionaire-Making Business Coach and Former Navy SEAL
David Winford aspired to change lives as a teen
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How a fearless choice created new opportunities
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How David Winford joined the Navy SEALs
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The power of having a strong desire to learn
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Viewing every situation as a strategic opportunity
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How David Winford is honest with himself and opts-in
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Taking responsibility is critical to long-term success
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How a career change provided balance and opportunity
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The right systems plus the right people create growth
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David Winford still uses cold-calling successfully
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Why David Winford views his family as his first business
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Calendaring can provide freedom and flexibility
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Building relationships through spontaneous experiences
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Collaborate more than you compromise
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Know your worth and then over-deliver
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How David Winford stays true to his values
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Action steps from David Winford's success story
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2. Tahani Aburaneh: Leading Real Estate Investor and Former Refugee
Tahani Aburaneh learned gratitude even as a refugee
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An unexpected decision changed Tahani’s life
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Investing in yourself and your personal growth
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Tahani's entrepreneurial mindset opened new doors
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Building a career in real estate investing
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Why Tahani doesn't take rejection personally
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The power gratitude has to attract success and happiness
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Helping people around you helps the world
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Action steps from Tahani Aburaneh's success story
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3. Kwame Christian, Esq.: Attorney, Top Podcaster, and LinkedIn Learning Instructor
Kwame Christian’s parents instilled a strong work ethic
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Finding a way to help others through entrepreneurship
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Leveling up by following your curiosity
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How Kwame Christian learned from his failures
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Why you should start now even if it doesn't feel right
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Becoming a thought leader through building credibility
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How Kwame Christian’s family makes him more productive
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Having difficult conversations successfully
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How Kwame Christian plans to expand his business
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Action steps from Kwame Christian's success story
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4. Ayse Birsel: World-Renowned Industrial Designer
How Ayse Birsel discovered industrial design
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Designing your future with a life map
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How Ayse used a Fulbright scholarship to open doors
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Staying positive during career setbacks
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Moving from a problem mindset to a creative mindset
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Making failure the beginning of something beautiful
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How family can give you creative energy
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Finding abundance through collaboration
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Action items from Ayse Birsel’s success story
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5. Saam Zarrabi and Yahya Mansour: Entrepreneurs and Founders of Rodeo Dental
How Saam and Yahya began their entrepreneurial journey
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Why a business education provides a foundation of success
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How to find and build a relationship with a mentor
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Building a successful business partnership
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How Saam and Yahya revolutionized their industry
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How to carve time out for those closest to you
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Saam Zarrabi and Yahya Mansour’s vision for dentistry
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Action steps from Saam and Yahya’s success story
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6. Octavia Goredema: Career Coach and Member of the Order of the British Empire
How Octavia Goredema gained self-confidence
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The power of knowing your worth at work
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How networking leads to new opportunities
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How Octavia Goredema received recognition from the Queen
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Why discovering your strengths is valuable
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How Octavia turned parenthood into a career strength
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Becoming an author to help others succeed
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Action steps from Octavia Goredema's success story
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7. Angy Ford: Entrepreneur and Founder of Bravo Arts Academy
How childhood piano lessons inspired Angy Ford's career
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Growing a business by making things fun
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Communicating and finding balance with your partner
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Making the business less dependent on the owner
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Angy Ford took a risk that led to business success
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Using video for business systems and training
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Identifying and cultivating business leaders
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How to sell your business for a significant profit
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Action steps from Angy Ford's success story
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8. Chris Nikic and Nik Nikic: The First Ironman with Down Syndrome
The power of seeing everyone as capable of success
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Why Chris Nikic decided to compete in the Ironman Triathlon
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Building a dream board to find motivation
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How doing 1% better each day creates success
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Creating a customized coaching system
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Building a lifestyle around the 1% better system
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Breaking down barriers for neurodivergent people
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Chris Nikic is proof that anyone can achieve their dreams
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Action steps from Chris Nikic's success story
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9. Christabel Nsiah-Buadi: Journalist and Development Lead at Spotify
How Christabel’s childhood community sparked her career path
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Being open to new career paths
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Why pushing past fears can lead to new opportunities
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How to listen and build stronger relationships
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How taking a chance can become a career turning point
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The challenge of maintaining balance in journalism
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Turning adversity into a breakthrough
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Prioritizing sets the foundation for success
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Actions steps from Christabel Nsiah-Buadi's success story
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10. Shelly Winner: Top B2B Sales Rep for Microsoft and Criminal Justice Advocate
Shelly Winner began her career path in a hopeless place
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Doing the personal work to let go of the victim mentality
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Using a first job as a career stepping stone
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How determination can create a second chance
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Why Shelley Winner fights for restorative justice
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Prioritizing time for family
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Action steps from Shelley Winner's success story
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11. Stephen A. Hart: Leading Podcaster and Marketer
Stephen Hart's early goal was to help his father's business
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How Stephen teaches his children independence
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Building meaningful, not transactional, relationships
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Understanding the risks and rewards of the sales cycle
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How Stephen Hart prioritizes presence over presents
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How therapy enriches Stephen Hart’s life and career
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Building a niched podcast to create more engagement
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Creating a clear vision and then reverse-engineering it
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Why should you have multiple streams of income
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Action steps from Stephen A. Hart's success story
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12. Salsa Queen: Culinary Entrepreneur
Salsa Queen's love of cooking influenced her future success
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How Salsa Queen overcame early cultural challenges
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Finding growth in spite of tragic moments
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The power of not having a plan B
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How systems help and expand a business
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How Salsa Queen manages the family business
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Action steps from Salsa Queen’s success story
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13. Ben Mayforth: World-Class Paraclimber for The North Face
How Ben Mayforth fights through his medical limitations
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Ben Mayforth’s parents created a supportive environment
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Embracing failure as part of problem-solving
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How family influence helped Ben Mayforth find his passion
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Taking life one moment at a time
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Using thoughtful rituals to take control of outcomes
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The power of finding a community that helps you grow
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Eliminating extra variables to promote success
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Creating morning routines to stay mentally strong
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How Ben Mayforth received sponsorship from The North Face
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Building relationships to build balance
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Ben Mayforth's vision for his future
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Action steps from Ben Mayforth's success story
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14. David Moldawer: Book Consultant and Publishing Expert
How David Moldawer adapted to negative feedback
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Why knowing your audience is vital to success
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How publishers evaluate fiction vs. non-fiction books
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How David Moldawer adjusted to changes in the market
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How to carve out time for focused work
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How David Moldawer evaluates projects by time and money
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Setting boundaries to improve productivity and balance
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Action steps from David Moldawer's success story
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15. Samata Pattinson: Academy Award Fashion Consultant and Sustainability Pioneer
Samata Pattinson viewed the world in a unique way
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Why economics teaches universal principles
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How mentors can create safe spaces to grow
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Using language that encourages open-mindedness
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How Samata married entrepreneurship with fashion
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Leveraging the Oscars to promote sustainable fashion
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Becoming more present, happy, and healthy
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Samata's creative vision to improve sustainability
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Action steps from Samata Pattinson's success story
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16. David Bezzant: VP of Public Sales for T-Mobile USA and Philanthropist Farmer
David Bezzant grew up in an entrepreneurial environment
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How a mentor ignited David’s desire for success
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How persistence and hustle pay off
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The power of having integrity
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Why sales principles are valuable in any career
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Finding inspiration to succeed through loved ones
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How David Bezzant uses his family farm to give back
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Action steps from David Bezzant’s success story
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