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Tell Us Your Story
Natasha Cantrell & Anthony Lopez
73 episodes
2 months ago
Jamie Perez's storytelling journey takes us from the quiet streets of Sacramento to television newsrooms in the Midwest and ultimately back to California as a thriving entrepreneur. Her path exemplifies the transformative power of authentic stories—both in business and in personal reinvention. Despite growing up in an emotionally unavailable household with a father with narcissistic personality disorder, Jamie channeled her innate drive into academic excellence. This same determination would...
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Jamie Perez's storytelling journey takes us from the quiet streets of Sacramento to television newsrooms in the Midwest and ultimately back to California as a thriving entrepreneur. Her path exemplifies the transformative power of authentic stories—both in business and in personal reinvention. Despite growing up in an emotionally unavailable household with a father with narcissistic personality disorder, Jamie channeled her innate drive into academic excellence. This same determination would...
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Entrepreneurship
Business,
Careers,
Marketing
Episodes (20/73)
Tell Us Your Story
Breaking Free: From Silence to Storytelling with Jamie Perez
Jamie Perez's storytelling journey takes us from the quiet streets of Sacramento to television newsrooms in the Midwest and ultimately back to California as a thriving entrepreneur. Her path exemplifies the transformative power of authentic stories—both in business and in personal reinvention. Despite growing up in an emotionally unavailable household with a father with narcissistic personality disorder, Jamie channeled her innate drive into academic excellence. This same determination would...
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2 months ago
58 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Resilience & Real Estate with Sandy Finley: Remax Dream Homes
What does it take to build a successful career when the odds are against you? Sandy Finley's remarkable journey from Southern California surfer to innovative real estate broker-manager reveals powerful lessons in resilience, mentorship, and finding purpose through life's most devastating challenges. Sandy's story begins in the beachside communities of Southern California, where she balanced high school with surfing Huntington Beach and racing cars—unusual pursuits for young women in the 1980...
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4 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

Tell Us Your Story
Building Success Through Family Values and Client Trust: Commercial Insurance Insights with Hunter Rappleye
Ever wonder how someone discovers their true career calling? In our conversation with Hunter Rappleye from InterWest Insurance Company, we explore exactly that journey—from competitive collegiate golfer to thriving commercial insurance agent. Hunter's story begins as the youngest of five in a bustling household, where his competitive spirit was forged chasing his older siblings' accomplishments. Those early experiences shaped his approach to golf, which became his pathway to higher education...
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4 months ago
56 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Finding Your Path: Becky Jansen's Journey Through Military, Entrepreneurship, and Creating What You Want
Becky Jansen's path to owning Blissful Beauty by Becky exemplifies the resilience, adaptability, and courage required to build a fulfilling career on your own terms. From her early days as an academically-gifted but directionless high school graduate to becoming an Air Force veteran and successful business owner, Becky's journey reveals the power of perseverance and self-discovery. At 19, lacking clear career direction and determined to create better opportunities, Becky enlisted in the Air ...
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4 months ago
53 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Faith, Freedom, and the Future: Daniel Baarns' Journey
Daniel Baarns sits across from us, his energy infectious as he recounts his journey from childhood in Los Angeles to owning Baarns Detailing in Sacramento. What unfolds is not just a business story, but a testament to intentional living and the courage to pursue dreams. Growing up homeschooled as one of five siblings, Daniel developed an early entrepreneurial streak. By age 12, he was working as a background actor on shows like iCarly and films like Hancock, managing his own bank account wit...
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5 months ago
59 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
From Mexico City to Milan and Beyond - Emilia Navedo's Journey of Creativity, Courage and Connection
Meet Emilia Navedo, a woman whose life reads like an adventure novel spanning continents, careers, and cultural experiences. Her story begins in Mexico City, where she grew up as the youngest in a family that balanced high expectations with unwavering support. This foundation gave her the confidence to make a decision that would change everything: at just 20 years old, she moved to Milan with barely any Italian language skills and only the vaguest outline of a plan to pursue fashion photograp...
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6 months ago
57 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Sales, Marketing, and Guiding Small Businesses with Kim Hummel of Hummel Consulting
Ever meet someone who seems to effortlessly build connections with everyone they encounter? That's Kim Hummel, owner of Hummel Consulting, whose natural marketing abilities have been evident since she sold Kirby vacuum cleaners door-to-door at just 14 years old. In this captivating conversation, Kim reveals how her psychology background became the secret weapon in her marketing arsenal. Rather than viewing each business interaction as a potential sale, Kim approaches each encounter wit...
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6 months ago
52 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
How Justin Fellenz Transformed His Life Through Sales and Solar
Justin Fellenz shares his remarkable journey from the tiny desert town of 29 Palms—a place he describes as "the sandbox of broken dreams"—to becoming the founder of Share Soleil, an innovative solar company transforming how homeowners access renewable energy solutions. Growing up in a military town with just two stoplights, Justin found early academic success but lacked direction and mentorship. His path wove through community college, UC Davis, early parenthood, and a transformative period ...
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6 months ago
38 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
The Power of Networking and Rising to the Occasion with Brando Guerrero
Imagine being dropped into a classroom as a second-grader without knowing a word of English. This was Brando Guerrero's introduction to America after immigrating from Mexico – an experience that shaped his lifelong approach to challenges: sink or swim. From these humble beginnings, Brando's story unfolds as a masterclass in resilience, transformation, and the power of betting on yourself. His journey takes unexpected turns as he shares how he evolved from a bullied outsider to team captain, ...
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7 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes

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Embracing the Uncomfortable: How Amanda Daugereaux is Building a Successful Family-Run Business
What happens when life's unpredictable currents sweep you in unexpected directions? Amanda Daugereaux story proves that sometimes the most rewarding paths emerge when you're willing to say "yes" to the unknown. Growing up as a perpetual newcomer across five different states, Amanda developed a remarkable ability to connect with people from all walks of life. Her natural sociability and adaptability served her well through careers in fashion merchandising and insurance before leading her to a...
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7 months ago
56 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
The Power of Persistence: Kevin Carlin's Journey of Weathering Changes in the Arena
Kevin Carlin's path to becoming Regional Sales Manager at Claremont Insurance Services wasn't one he could have predicted. Growing up as one of four competitive brothers in a middle-class California family, Kevin's early passion was basketball – until the devastating experience of being cut from his high school team sent him reeling. Everything changed when Kevin's mother drove him to visit the University of San Diego, a school he initially thought was beyond both his academic qualifications...
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7 months ago
58 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Designing Your Life: How Stephanie Vedder Found Purpose Through Coaching
What happens when you realize the life you've designed isn't the one you want? Stephanie Vedder takes us through her transformative journey from marketing professional to client success coach, revealing the power of conscious choices along the way. Starting as a self-described "flounderer" in high school who missed classes and lacked direction, Stephanie eventually found her stride in sales and marketing. Her career breakthrough came at the Penny Saver, where she discovered the fulfillment o...
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7 months ago
55 minutes

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Crisis Creates Catalysts: Master Problem Solver and Connector Matt Von Bergen of Partners Mortgage
Matt Von Bergen's journey from tragedy to triumph reveals the transformative power of perspective in the face of life's greatest challenges. Having lost his brother to a brain tumor at age 12 and his mother to pancreatic cancer at 16, Matt faced a profound choice that would define his future: use these devastating losses as excuses or as catalysts for growth. Choosing the latter ignited what he calls his "flame of desire," fueling a determination that has carried him through his remarkable ca...
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8 months ago
53 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Entrepreneurial Persistence Through Business and Life: Gravity IT Solutions Owner Bryant Troupe
Dive into the inspiring journey of Bryant Troupe, the founder of Gravity IT Solutions, as he shares his experiences navigating the worlds of entrepreneurship, technology, and family life. Growing up in Southern California, Bryant developed a passion for technology and business at a young age. After being laid off, he took the leap into entrepreneurship, fueled by a desire to provide exceptional IT services for small businesses. In this engaging episode, Bryant discusses how fostering t...
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8 months ago
49 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Year Three in the Arena: Podcast Evolution and New Beginnings
Taking a leap into the unknown can be both thrilling and terrifying, and this latest episode delves straight into that theme. After three transformative years, we’re not just celebrating our podcasting journey but also embracing our recent bold move into entrepreneurship with Arena Insurance Services. We reflect on the support from our community of listeners and friends, sharing candid insights about leaving secure jobs for an entrepreneurial venture. Building businesses is often painted as ...
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8 months ago
36 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Fitness and Fortitude with Core Atheletics Owner JC Charles
JC Charles' journey from the tumultuous streets of South Central LA to becoming a successful fitness consultant is nothing short of remarkable. JC takes us through his life story, a narrative marked by resilience and determination, as he recounts his transformative experiences from high school to higher education at Sonoma State University. Through the challenges of gang violence and societal unrest, discover how a supportive community and a drive for personal growth set JC on a different pat...
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9 months ago
49 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Building Trust and Transforming Communities with Mayor Holly Andreatta
We are back for an update 1 year after our first enlightening discussion with Holly Andreatta, the remarkable Mayor of Lincoln, California, who wears many hats, including that of an Advancement Officer at William Jessup University. Holly shares her journey of growth and service, from completing a doctorate in spiritual formation and leadership to becoming a volunteer chaplain for Placer County's law enforcement. Her dedication to community service and passion for supporting others in challeng...
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9 months ago
54 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
From Corporate Life to Culinary Dreams: PandaMomo Catering with Owner Harley Cantrell
In this episode of Tell Us Your Story, we sit down with Harley Cantrell, owner of PandaMomo Catering, to explore his inspiring journey from corporate leadership in the grocery industry to taking a bold leap into entrepreneurship. Harley shares how his artistic background, corporate experience, and role as a stay-at-home dad all led him to build a thriving meal prep and catering business. PandaMomo Catering specializes in high-quality, fresh, and locally sourced meals, offering a rotating menu...
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9 months ago
59 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Pivoting with Purpose: Juli Hilton's Transition from Sports to Business
What if you could seamlessly transition from a high-flying sports career to launching a successful restaurant? Join us as we unravel Juli Hilton's inspiring journey from excelling in basketball and tennis during her high school years in Saratoga, California, to earning her professional card and competing in the LPGA. Juli's story is not just about sports; it's about the mental toughness required in competitive golf, the balance between personal and professional life, and the unyielding suppor...
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1 year ago
1 hour 3 minutes

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Crafting Champions: Coach Steve Taylor's Journey in Sports, Leadership, and Life Lessons
Have you ever paused to consider the profound impact a coach can have, not just on a game, but on a life? Rocklin High School's Steve Taylor, a leader of the court and classroom, joins us to weave a narrative that knits the love of sport with the threads of community and personal growth. Steve's journey—from his Rocklin upbringing to his own athletic endeavors to the choice to guide young minds over his 37+ year career—is a reminder of the ripple effect one person can have in the lives ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 32 minutes

Tell Us Your Story
Jamie Perez's storytelling journey takes us from the quiet streets of Sacramento to television newsrooms in the Midwest and ultimately back to California as a thriving entrepreneur. Her path exemplifies the transformative power of authentic stories—both in business and in personal reinvention. Despite growing up in an emotionally unavailable household with a father with narcissistic personality disorder, Jamie channeled her innate drive into academic excellence. This same determination would...