In this episode we interview Ali Karbassi, founder of We All Code, and Ignite Talks Chicago. We All Code is an educational non-profit that teaches kids aged 7 to 17 how to code through free educational resources and hands-on classes. Ignite Talks Chicago is a fun public speaking event where 10 speakers have 5 minutes to share their passions with the audience, while slides auto-advance behind them every 15 seconds. We discuss the WHY, WHAT, and HOW of Non-profits and touch on entrepreneurship as a whole. You can find out more about Ali Karbassi and his business ventures at weallcode.org and ignitechi.org/.

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Non-profits and Entrepreneurship with Ali Karbassi, founder of We All Code and Ignite Chicago

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In this episode we interview Emily Griffith founder of Lil Bucks and digital marketing consultant. Emily's digital marketing career took her from Chicago to Sydney, Australia where she lived out her dreams of surfing and working down under. While enjoying an acai bowl at her favorite cafe, she unexpectedly discovered sprouted buckwheat being used as a high-protein, gluten-free granola replacement, and the idea for Lil Bucks and bringing the power of sprouted buckwheat to the States was planted. When she came back to Chicago she got to work, cultivating her dream into reality, and launched Lil Bucks shortly after. Almost a year from the launch date we discuss her companies and the value of mission driven entrepreneurship. Find out more about Lil Bucks at http://www.lovelilbucks.com/ and @lovelilbucks. Listeners can also use the discount code “LYFPODCAST” on the Lil Bucks website for 15% off your first order. Enjoy!

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Mission driven entrepreneurship with Emily Griffith of Lil Bucks

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In this episode we interview Jessica Williams founder of Tech Biz Gurl, and discuss side hustles and everything in-between. Tech Biz Gurl is a side hustle empowering women to use technology to pursue their passions on the side. Most recently, Jessica was also recognized by Built in Chicago as one of the Top 50 Tech Influencers to follow. Find out more more Tech Biz Gurl at http://techbizgurl.com/ and @techbizgurl. Send any questions or comments about the podcast or LFY Consulting to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Side hustles with Jessica Williams, founder of Tech Biz Gurl

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In this episode we interview Tripp Kramer founder of Tripp Advice, and discuss dating, the future of dating, and the coaching industry as a whole. Tripp is also the host of the top-rated podcast on iTunes, the How to Talk to Girls podcast, host of the Tripp Advice YouTube channel, and author of Magnetic: Cultivate confidence, become rejection-proof, and naturally attract the women you desire. You can find out more about Tripp at https://trippadvice.com/. Send any questions or comments about the podcast or LFY Consulting to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Dating and the coaching industry with Tripp Kramer

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In this episode we interview Monika Black (“The Maximizer”) and Tomer Yogev (“Chief Maverick”), the co-founders of TandemSpring, a Chicago-based executive coaching firm focused on strengths-based approaches to leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and strategy optimization for leading organizations. We dive into the concepts and application of strengths-based leadership in your personal and professional life, and the concept of authentic work. Learn more about Tandem Spring, and Monika and Tomer at https://www.tandemspring.com/. Send any questions or comments about the podcast or LFY Consulting to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Strengths-based leadership and authentic work with Monika Black and Tomer Yogev of Tandem Spring

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In this episode we interview Cassandra Justine, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Inner Sense Healing Arts Collective, and founder of Choose Joy. We touch on her personal story, and the importance of community and self-talk in regards to self-care and improving your life. Learn more about her work as a facilitator of healing arts practices at cassandrajustine.com, and find her on Facebook @Cassyoga and Instagram @Cassyoga. Send any questions or comments to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Community and your mental habitat with Cassandra Justine

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In this episode we interview Jackie Herigodt, the program and outreach manager for Imerman Angels. She has also been a caregiver to several loved ones with cancer including her mother and these experiences fuel her passion for the Imerman Angels’ mission. We touch on self-care and the benefits of living your passions. Find out more about Imerman Angels at https://imermanangels.org/ and send any questions or comments to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Self-care and living your passions with Jackie Herigodt

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In this episode I interview Adam Hirsen, Co-founder and CEO of UpShow, the Social TV Platform that has become the leading alternative to cable TV for businesses across the country. We touch on entrepreneurship, the future of advertising, how an idea turns into a hobby and then becomes a business, and how running a business truly becomes managing relationships and your team and less about the daily operations. Find out more about UpShow at https://www.upshow.tv/ and send any questions or comments to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Business, entrepreneurship, and leadership with Adam Hirsen

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In this episode I interview Natalie Shmulik CEO of The Hatchery, where food businesses grow. We touch on the struggles of restaurant ownership, talent and leadership development, and entrepreneurship in the food industry. Find out more about The Hatchery and tenant applications for their new facility at https://thehatcherychicago.org. Questions, comments, email contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Food startups, incubators, and hospitality with Natalie Shmulik

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In this episode, I interviewed Isaac Lozano, the VP of Operations and Co-Founder of TeaSquares. As a young soul-searching successful entrepreneur, Isaac speaks to the importance of exploring your values and integrating them throughout your personal and professional life. Find out more information about TeaSquares at https://myteasquares.com/. Questions or comments email contact@benjamin-ritter.com.

Integrating your values into your professional life with Isaac Lozano

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In this episode, I interviewed Mel McSherry, a Global Business Development Coach and Speaker. As an entrepreneur since 2010, she has launched two successful businesses, doubled her monthly income, and created a true life by design, all while raising a six-year-old son. We discuss her journey, prioritization, and especially, living for yourself. Find out more information about Mel McSherry at http://www.melissamcsherry.net/. Questions or comments email contact@benjamin-ritter.com.

Prioritization and living for yourself with Mel McSherry

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In this episode, I interviewed Nicole Vasquez, MBA, who creates workspaces that accelerate productivity, connect people, and inspire collaboration. We discuss her journey into entrepreneurship and all things co-working. Find her on Twitter at @NicoleRVasquez and Instagram at @NicoleReneeV Fnd her companies on Twitter @TheShiftChi, @SecondShiftChi, and @DeskpassHQ. Questions or comments email contact@benjamin-ritter.com.

Co-working and entrepreneurship with Nicole Vasquez

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In this episode we interviewed Cory Chadwick, the founder of The Personal Greatness Project. We discuss everything from finding your why, empowerment, and strategies to help you realize your potential as your greatest self. For more information go to personalgreatnessproject.com. Questions, comments, email contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com

Your personal greatness with Cory Chadwick

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In this episode I interviewed Kim Seltzer, dating and make over expert, and therapist regarding the topic of "your image." Kim Seltzer has helped hundreds of people find lasting love and connection and build valuable relationships using her unique “confidence makeover” process and signature formula, “The Charisma Quotient." Be prepared for a deep dive into all things related to image. Questions, comments, email contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com

Your image and dating with Kim Seltzer

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In this episode I have the pleasure of interviewing Bill Banks. We discuss everything from entrepreneurship, perseverance in the face of adversity, and so much more. Get ready for an incredibly intriguing, thought-provoking story. Excuse the audio in the beginning. Questions, comments, email contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com

Persevering and personal development with Billy Banks

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In this episode Neil Mehta, founder and president of Royal Condoms discusses how he started a condom company from the ground up and started living for himself. We discuss everything from working in an industry that may not be the "norm", product testing, and marketing. Find out more about Royal Condoms at https://theroyalc.com/. Questions, comments, email contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com

Starting a condom business with Neil Mehta

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In this episode Robert Manni, the author of The Guy's Guy's Guide to Love discusses his novel, and a variety of dynamics that we all struggle with today in the world of dating, relationships, and love. Find out more about him and his work at http://www.robertmanni.com/. Questions, comments, email contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com

A depiction of dating and love by Robert Manni

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Matt Wells is the founder of the podcast Slacking Ambition and in this episode we discuss his journey, the podcast Slacking Ambition, and a few things he's learned along the way about living for yourself. Learn more over at SlackingAmbition.com. Questions or comments about the podcast, email contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com

Slacking ambition with Matt Wells

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Bela Gandhi, "the fairy godmother of dating" is the president of Smart Dating Academy, a premiere date & relationship coaching firm. In this episode we discuss red flags in dating, and relationships. If you want to find out more about Bela Gandhi go to www.smartdatingacademy.com/. Questions, comments about the podcast email contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com

Red flags with Bela Gandhi

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Ted Gonder is an American entrepreneur and the co-founding CEO of Moneythink, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building the financial capability of young adults through technology-enhanced peer mentorship. In this interview we discuss strategies for financial management, and all things money. If you want to find out more about moneythink, go to moneythink.org/, and if you want to find out more about Ted go to www.tedgonder.com/. Questions, comments about the podcast email contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com

Financial management with Ted Gonder

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