Serendipities To Success: Recent Episodes
Amira Gadd
Do you get random incidents that make you wonder and go “Oh My God” , “No Way”, or just blurt out “What A Coincidence?! I’m here to tell you they mean something good and that they can lead you to your success. Welcome to Amira’s podcast about serendipities. Each week you’ll hear amazing stories that will blow your mind, laugh and inspire you to look out for these universal nudges. Ready to pay more attention?!
There is power to showing up. And there is more power in showing up and serving others. Double Platinum Music Producer, Michael Elsner, shares his inspiring stories of serendipity that led him to an impressive successful career in this episode. With over 2400 placements of original music in TV shows, film trailers, and commercials, he's accomplished much more than he ever dreamed that he would as a musician, producer and a mentor after being a struggling musician. Come join us to listen to his stories and tips and be blown away by how easy you can accomplish your goals by simply showing up and serving others.
You can reach out to Michael Elsner at:
www.mastermusiclicensing.com
www.michaelelsner.com
And listen to his podcast at:
Real Musicians Don’t Starve Podcast
Everything happens for a reason. Otha Davis III, known as Vakseen, redirected his path after a heart-breaking rejection. This ultimately led him to take major risks, resulting in incredible successes in his music and art careers. Come find out about Vakseen's remarkable winding roads to understand how it is important to trust the process, that rejection is in fact redirection, and the importance of intuition while making major decisions.
You can reach out to Vakseen:
Social Medias: @Vakseen
https://vakseenart.com/
Imagine being known to have a Super Power. Rick Barker, Taylor Swift’s discoverer and former manager, has a Super Power to simplify complicated issues and show artists just how easy it is to get their music out into the world. However, his unknown Super Power is his mindset. Come join us in this incredible podcast episode to find out how Rick’s mindset helped shape his journey to success in sets of serendipities, one after another like a Domino Effect. It ultimately led him to help Superstar Taylor Swift to where she is now and help many other talented artists along the way.
You can reach out to Rick Barker:
www.rickbarker.com
Socials: @rickbarker
Book: The $150,000 Music Degree
Podcast: Music Industry Blueprint (MIB)
Imagine visualizing what your success would look like, only for it to manifest into reality shortly after? This has happened to Matt Fink, better known as Dr. Fink. Dr. Fink, a keyboardist, producer, and songwriter best-known for playing keyboards in Prince's band, The Revolution, has had an incredible serendipitous journey in the music industry. With preparation and the right opportunity, he has won three Grammy Awards, three American Music Awards, and numerous RIAA gold and platinum awards. He also met his heroes along the way and worked with artists, songwriters and producers, including The Time, Lipps Inc., The Jets, Vanity 6, David Z., Bobby Z., P. Diddy, The Rembrandts, Phil Solem, PC Munoz, 7 Aurelius, Steve Nathan, Shock G, Kris Vanderheyden Bray, Criss Starr, and Marc Mozart. Dr. Fink also pioneered an idea to help in his success, which became an inspiration for others. Learn the power of visualization in this epic episode you don't want to miss!
You can reach Matthew Fink (a.k.a Dr. Fink)
IG @mattfink1
FB Matt Fink
For Music Production: Max: @MVXMILLI
https://youtu.be/1SxlFX-8tak
Being Conscious is a major key to attract serendipities to success. By being her own passionate driving force, Andria Schultz knew she wanted to pursue a path to Hollywood at the age of 8, when she proclaimed to the universe her goal of becoming the CEO of Disney. She soon ventured out to Hollywood where she worked on television shows including, America’s Funniest Home Videos, Disney Channel’s Bizaardvark, etc. Andria seized serendipities in her journey by creating opportunities for herself and thus became an Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, #1 Best Selling Author on Amazon with 50 other Female Entrepreneurs & teaches aspiring actors how to build their unique brands and become desirable in the entertainment industry. Come listen to this inspiring episode to learn more from Andrea about finding your driving force, passion, bravery, love and how to pay attention to signs.
You can reach out to Andria Schultz:
@actorsbrandacademy
@andriacschultz
https://msha.ke/andriaschultz
Ever wondered how to know if you're on the right path to success? Wonder no more! Visionary Leader and Result-Driven Jill Strada, shares her incredible journey from Broadcast Media Industry to Life, Leadership and Talent Coaching. Some of Jill's amazing success include her help in amplifying the careers of multiple national recording artists in the Hip Hop, Pop, and Rhythm music genres including: Drake, Beyonce, Justin Bieber, Pitbull, T.I., John Legend, Rihanna, Chainsmokers, Sza, Flo Rida, Taylor Swift, Lil Wayne, Ed Sheeran, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Charlie Puth, Cardi B, The Weeknd, Olivia Rodrigo, J.Cole, Adele, City Girls, H.E.R, Lil Baby, 50 Cent, DJ Khaled and others before launching Stradagy Group LLC. In this episode, you will get a clear idea of how the right path to success can be shining before you, if you open your mind to serendipity that serves you as green lights and open your eyes to signs that are not so hidden.
Contact Jill Strada at:
@Jillstrada on all social media platforms
www.StradagyGroup.com
Mindfulness is key to unlock potential serendipitous opportunities. Will Carpenter, the award-winning songwriter, producer, and the creative force (and frontman) behind indie rock duo Ships Have Sailed, shared with us the importance of being mindful to lead you to your success. Having more than 4.2M total streams on Spotify alone, Will is proof that no matter how hard it gets, your inner-mindfulness will guide your ships to light.
You can reach out to Ships Have Sailed:
Website: www.shipshavesailed.com
Socials: @shipshavesailed
On all streaming platforms
Believing that living with art should be a right and not a privilege, Brazilian born Manuela Seve, who is the founder and CEO of the art/tech company Alphaa.io, materialized her belief into the new world of tech. By recognizing the serendipity in timing, she created the best certification tech in the world of the blockchain for any collectible and became one of the few Latinas who has raised over $1MM with a tech start-up.
Get ready to be blown away by this incredible and inspiring female entrepreneur who followed her strong intuition in timing and opportunities in the male dominated world of real estate, Bitcoin, NFTs and Web3.
You can reach out to Manuela on Instagram:
@manuseva
@alphaaio
www.alphaainc.com
Do you want to know how to use serendipity to create a successful legacy? Donna Kalez, COO, Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching shared with us the incredible story behind the success of Dana Wharf Sports Fishing in Dana Point, California. It all started with the love of a pier and a serendipitous opportunity.
Honoring Captain Don Hansen, her late father, this episode is a powerful inspiration about how Captain Don’s passion and dreams when he was just a child turned into a successful legacy. Dana Wharf just celebrated its 51st anniversary, a street named after Captain Don, the city of Dana Point is dedicating the Don Hansen Plaza to him, and San Clemente Pier just installed a gaming table on the pier in his honor.
In addition, Donna Kalez shares with us her incredible serendipitous stories with Whales and dolphins, Artist Wyland, the creation of the first World heritage Site in the Americas, and a documentary and its honorable mentions in film festivals.
You can reach out to Donna Kalez at:
www.danawharf.com
@danawharf
What does Fashion and Serendipity have in common? Fun coincidences! International Vlogger and influencer Amira Ashour, is a fashionista with a passion to support women and their diverse styles. Living in Dubai, Amira has found success through her Vlog Street Style Dubai, leaving thousands of followers motivated and influenced, while supporting the women of the Middle East. Hop on and listen to this fun chat with Amira about how she ended up being on the runway, T.V. shows and magazine articles and how to attract your dreams into real opportunities.
You can contact Amira Ashour at:
Www.streetstyledubai.net
ig: @StreetstyleDubai
Top Hollywood Networker Erman Baradi shows us how networking and serendipity go hand in hand together. As an exceptional networker, writer, producer, content creator, director, actor, podcaster, poet, songwriter, and philanthropist, there was now doubt that Erman created his own degree of separation socially. Join us on this episode to find out how he was able to get successful opportunities by being socially active and always showing up.
You can reach out to Erman Baradi at:
http://ermantourage.com/
IG: @ermanbaradi
www.patereon.com/ermantourage
www.patereon.com/ermanbaradiwrites
Artist, Songwriter, Producer, Socks Enthusiast, Podcaster and Blogger Michael Averill decided to tap into his inner child and play with serendipity. After surviving Cancer, noticing repeated nudges and paying attention to his gut feelings and intuition, Michael experimented with following the "Signs" to see what would happen. You will not believe the results. Major Goosebumps Alert! This is truly an absolutely amazing and inspirational episode you don’t want to miss.
You can reach out to Michael Averill at:
https://www.michaelaverillproductions.com
Ig:@Michaelaverillmusic
Facebook: @MichaelAverill
Podcast: Write Songs You Love
Social Media Expert and Marketing Strategist Lindsey Heppner was given a second chance to life that shaped where she is today. Also as a Creative Director, Talent Manager, Model, Female Contemporary Artist and Graphic Designer, she manifested incredible opportunities when she truly listened to her intuition, set noble intentions and realized that there is no such thing as a coincidence between health and people’s energies. Come join us to learn how to utilize Serendipities to success from Second Chances in this heartfelt episode with Lindsey.
You can reach out to Lindsey Heppner at:
IG:
@Linzheppner
@Vampped
@Linzinthestudio
e: Contact@vampped.com
Podcast: Revampped Podcast
Preparation! Preparation! Preparation! Being prepared is the key element in the formula of success. It can lead you straight to serendipities that would open doors like it has with Sync Summit CEO, Mark Frieser. Mark has had incredible serendipities while being obsessed with discovering and sharing the next big thing in tech and music throughout his journey. Come hear who Mark met along the way, how he's developed key connections and how to take advantage of serendipities once you notice them.
You can reach Mark at:
W: Syncsummit.com
IG: @syncsummitig
FB: @SyncSummit
Did you know that you can actually create your own serendipities to success? Rapper, singer, songwriter, producer and now independently published author Tamara Bubble explains confidently how in this positively energetic episode. Having over 100+ commercial music releases, including four album projects and two EPs and major licensing wins in a very short time, Bubble goes over important reminders of what it takes to succeed and how serendipity and coincidences can actually happen along the way, opening even more doors to success. This is an exciting episode you don't want to miss!!!
Websites:
Tamarabubble.com
Fromsynctosuperstar.com
Forgoodnesssync.com
Book: "From Sync To Super Star"
Socials: @tamarabubble on all social media platforms
Music: You can find Tamara’s music on all streaming platforms
Song played at the end: "A Million Bucks" by Tamara Bubble, Produced by @StankDoc.
Can gratitude help in your success? Implementational and International Speaker Ricky Mendez has been climbing the ladder of success with a smile and great attitude. With implementation and the power of gratitude, Ricky has unlocked the secrets of his own success. Listen to Ricky share his incredible serendipities and synchronicities as a speaker, a gratitude enthusiast, a business consultant and an Energy Conversion Expert. You will absolutely feel positively energetic and will be looking forward to your sets of serendipities with gratitude and to your success!
You can find Ricky Mendez on all Social Platforms.
e: ricky@rickymendez.com
w: https://rickymendez.com/
IG: @rickymendezspeaks
Youtube: Ricky Mendez
Do you sometimes ask yourself how do successful people get opportunities that lead them to where they are now? Versatile RIAA Platinum and Gold Certified producer, songwriter, composer, 2x Billboard #1 & 2019 Guild of Music Supervisor Award Winner Hilton Wright has had an incredible career in the music industry. He wrote for big leagues, such as Drake, Mike Posner, Big Sean, Sofia Reyes,`black•𝘪𝘴𝘩, and had a deal with Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music and subsequent deal with Def Jam and more. Hilton also scored big advertisements such as for Ford, Wal-Mart, Jeep and Corona. Tune in to find out about how serendipities played a major role in Hilton's prestigious career and how you can too gain the opportunities of your dreams if you follow his takeaways!
You can reach Hilton Wright II on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook: @deucewt
If you want to know how to attract serendipities, Music Consultant Josh Rabinowitz is an amazing successful professional who can tell you how. Josh caught my attention at an event when he spoke the words serendipities and synchronicities. In his long career as EVP Director of music, Advertisement Music Supervisor, Music Producer, Trombone instrumentalist, Professor, and now Music Consultant of Digital, Social and Creative Media Content, Josh had truly an incredible road shimmered with serendipities that opened one door to another. This is an episode you don't want to miss.
You can reach Josh Rabinowitz at:
josh@brooklynexperience.com
https://brooklynmusicexperience.com/
https://www.instagram.com/brooklynmusicexperience/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/brooklyn-music-experience/
How to listen to your intuition might be easy and maybe not. In this episode, Music Supervisor Jennifer Smith tells us the many forms of intuition and gut feelings. As a founder of LA based music supervision company RAT DANCE PARTY, Jenny has had incredible and hilarious serendipities and coincidences that not only led to her successes in media, but success to her assistant pet rats as well.
However, not all coincidences are fun either. Sometimes "the universe has a not so fun way to push you into the direction you’re supposed to go to." Jenny shared how to listen to those types of intuitions and the importance of why you should.
Be blown away and entertained by Jenny’s serendipitous stories. You will hear how she was able to carve space for the type of success she really wanted to have by listening to her intuition.
You can reach Jennifer Smith at:
www.ratdanceparty.com
or
Instagram: @rat_dance_party
From planning to be a lawyer to becoming a Religious Studies teacher and Athletic Director, award winning retired coach Terry Eidson has had incredible serendipities that truly led him to find his happiness in his career and personal life. It all started by just saying yes to an invitation. Enjoy this episode about how to find happiness and listen through Terry's stories about how he listened to his heart and soul. Becoming one of the characters in a movie and how he met the love of his life are just a few examples to show that sometimes you plan, but you end up with unexpected change of directions to your true happiness.
You can reach out to Terry via his email:
eidsont@dlshs.org
Book: “When The Game Stands Tall: The Story of the De La Salle Spartans and Football's Longest Winning Streak” By Neil Hayes
Movie: “When The Game Stands Tall”
By Jim Caviezel as Coach Robert "Bob" Ladouceur, Michael Chiklis as assistant coach Terry Eidson and Alexander Ludwig as running back Christopher "Chris" Ryan
What does it take to be lucky? How can you create your own luck? Opera singer and Music Licensing professional Dr. LaMarcus Miller explains how he was able to create his own luck and serendipities in this awe inspiring podcast episode. You will hear about what perfect timings mean, that there is no such thing as a coincidence and the timing of your action is key to reach your goals.
If you want to witness a serendipity that happened during the interview, head to @serendipities_to_success on Instagram or the Facebook’s private group @serendipitiestosuccess. It will sure bring a smile to your face and inspire you to follow your heart and calling.
You can reach out to LaMarcus on Instagram @blkprincelm.
Enjoy!
How to find joy in any situation may not be easy. However, Bandzoogle CEO and Billboard’s International Power player and Digital Power Player Stacey Bedford manifested her dream job by enjoying what she loves: Live Music and supporting artists. In a series of fortunate events, she climbed the ladder of success while keeping busy in what she enjoys working on and by just being herself. Enjoy serendipitous stories and professional and life tips from an incredible woman who can tell you how to find joy and how to be seen at a professional level. This is an episode you don't want to miss.
You can find Stacey at:
https://bandzoogle.com/
stacey@bandzoogle.com
How can you say yes as opposed to no so you can feel your true authentic self? Award winning photographer, magician, hypnotist, hair stylist, model, singer, musician and so much more, Andrew Gerard, takes us on a magical journey of mind-blowing serendipities and coincidences. Andrew's stories will truly inspire you to take the courage to say yes to opportunities that would open doors and possibilities for you to succeed. Make sure to stay until the end for inspirational takeaways from him and to listen to his song "Falling To Pieces." You will hear the story behind the song in this episode.
You can find Andrew Gerard on:
Instagram: @andrewgerardphotography
Facebook: @AndrewGerardHenderson
Photography Website: https://www.andrewgerardphotography.com/
Music Website: https://www.andrewgerardofficial.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEWMBsJEZ2UqfQZS53bVNvg
Time is a precious gift. Sometimes just letting it flow brings you all the magic that you were looking for. In a set of incredible serendipities, Shine princess, Cinder Ernst, found was she was looking for unexpectedly in a touching personal journey. One thing for sure, is that we all need to hop on this life, have fun and enjoy the ride. You never know what's around the corner!
Please listen to this Episode to support Cinder's cause "Cancer Can Rock." For more information and to donate to the foundation: https://cancercanrock.org/featured-artists/cinder-ernst/?fbclid=IwAR3xWjeYeunDawTrqeLxzxcFuXgsW-tWMRVnrdWg0zlv5AbywaP0oZUgxPY
To follow Cinder's journey, you can find her @Cinderernst on Instagram and Facebook.
Sometimes taking a wrong turn is actually the right thing. You end up at the right place because it is always the right time. Serendipity brought notable and ultra talented Sons of Serendip, a musical group of four friends, together in amazing sets of unexpected twists and turns. Their series of serendipitous events led them to perform on America Got Talent (AGT), meet and perform for Oprah, perform on the news and countless concerts, exceed more than a million streams on Spotify and many more! Please follow @sonsofserndip on social media and visit their website for more of their news at https://www.sonsofserendip.com/.
Say hello to @micahchristian and @cordaro.rodriguez!
Episode takeaways are at the end for your reflection.
Outro song: "Love You Still" (Mosaic Album) - Sons of Serendip. Enjoy!
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