Limitless Grit Podcast: Recent Episodes
Shristi Gajurel
Hey there, this is Shristi and the Limitless Grit podcast is where I have honest conversations with social entrepreneurs, thought leaders, educators, artists and anyone who I believe dares to live their life on their own terms. Every person selected to be interviewed on this podcast has a unique and different perspective in life yet all of them have one thing in common: consciously choose courage over fear. Some of my interviewees have impacted millions of peopleâs lives while others are just getting started. Throughout this podcast, I will ask questions on how their ideas evolved and how they influenced people to join their vision.
In this episode of the Limitless Grit Podcast, join us as we dive into the world of engineering and productivity with Steve Huynh, Principal Engineer, YouTuber, and productivity enthusiast. With 18 years of experience working at Amazon, Steve shares his unique approach to achieving success in life and career.đ Email List: https://newsletter.alifeengineered.com/generalđ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/a-life-engineered/đŚ Twitter: twitter.com/ALEngineeredđş YouTube: @ALifeEngineered
In this episode of the Limitless Grit Podcast, we sit down with the Best-selling author and leadership advisor Brian Moran who is the writer of The 12 week year book.His book offers a transformative approach that could redefine your productivity: accomplishing in 12 weeks what others might take a year to achieve.Connect with Brian Moran- đ Website: https://12weekyear.com/- đş YouTube: @12WeekYearVideo- đ¸ Instagram: /12weekyearđ Hungry for more insights on tech, startups, business, and leadership?Subscribe to our newsletter and channel.- đ Website: https://www.limitlessgrit.com/- đş YouTube: /thelimitlessgrit- đ¸ Instagram: /thelimitlessgrit
In this episode of the Limitless Grit Podcast, we sit down with Ani Sanyal, a prolific investor and the visionary co-founder of Kolkata Chai Co. Dive into Ani's entrepreneurial journey, uncovering the strategies, challenges, and milestones that led to the creation of an eight-figure chai business.Connect with Ani Sanyal- đ Website- https://anihustles.com/- đş YouTube: @KolkataChaiCo- đ¸Â Instagram- /anihustles- đŚÂ Twitter - /anihustlesđ Hungry for more insights on tech, startups, business, and leadership? Subscribe to our newsletter and channel.- đ Website - https://www.limitlessgrit.com/- đş YouTube- /thelimitlessgrit- đ¸Â Instagram- /thelimitlessgrit
In todayâs episode of the Limitless Grit Podcast, we chat with Dr. John Demartini, a human behavior specialist, educator, internationally published author, and a sought-after authority on maximizing human awareness and potential. Dr. Demartini was also featured as one of the teachers in the internationally acclaimed movie, "The Secret." In this episode, we delve into topics such as value systems, how the law of attraction actually works, and much more.Connect with Dr John Demartini:- đ Website- https://drdemartini.com/- đş YouTube: /DrDemartini- đ¸Â Instagram: /thelimitlessgritđ Hungry for more insights on tech, startups, business, and leadership? Subscribe to our newsletter and channel.- đ Website - https://www.limitlessgrit.com/- đş YouTube- /thelimitlessgrit- đ¸Â Instagram- /thelimitlessgrit
In todayâs episode of the Limitless Grit Podcast, we will delve into the world of Turn Key Real Estate with Ryan D. Lee.Ryan Lee, the entrepreneurial force and co-founder behind CashFlow Tactics, embodies the essence of resilience and financial acumen.Embarking on a transformative journey after the devastating blow to his savings during the Global Financial Crisis, Ryan took decisive steps to reclaim mastery over his finances, time, and life's direction. His strategic approach not only restored his financial stability but also propelled him to remarkable entrepreneurial success.Connect with Ryan:- đ Cashflow Tactics- https://cashflowtactics.com/- đ Personal Website - https://ryandlee.com/- đ¸ Instagram- /theryandleeđ Hungry for more insights on tech, startups, busines and leadership? Hit subscribe for more Limitless Grit Podcast episodes. #podcast #realestate #realestateinvestment #turnkeyinvestment #cashflowtactics #sidehustle #financialfreedom
Today on The Limitless Grit Podcast, we chat with @jjvirginvideos to discuss her tips for building muscle, having a growth mindset, and losing weight. In this episode, JJ shares what meals we should eat first thing in the morning, the importance of tracking calories, resistance training, sleep, and so much more. @jjvirginvideos is a triple-board certified nutrition and fitness expert, and a super successful entrepreneur. She is the author of four NY Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, JJ Virginâs Sugar Impact Diet, and JJ Virginâs Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. Her book, Warrior Mom: 7 Secrets to Bold, Brave Resilience, shares the inspirational lessons JJ learned as she fought for her sonâs life.Links to the few topics mentioned in the episode:- 7 days Protein Challenge: https://discover.jjvirgin.com/7-day-protein-challenge-int-1- Full Body Composition Tracking Smart Scale: https://bit.ly/42iuNwR- App to track your diet: https://cronometer.com/Connect with JJ Virgin:-Website: https://jjvirgin.com-Facebook /JJVirginOfficial-Instagram /jj.virgin-Twitter /jjvirgin-YouTube /jjvirginvideosConnect with us: Instagram: /thelimitlessgrit tik tok: /thelimitlessgrit
Jay Papasan is a best selling author who serves as the Vice President of Strategic Content for Keller Williams Realty International, the worldâs largest real estate company. His most recent work with Gary Keller on The ONE Thing has sold over 3 million copies and has been translated into 41 different languages worldwide. The ONE Thing garnered more than 500 appearances on national bestseller lists, including #1 on The Wall Street Journalâs hardcover business list.Connect with Jay Papasan! Website đ - https://www.jaypapasan.com/Instagram đ¸ - /jaypapasan
In todayâs episode of the Limitless Grit Podcast, we will delve into the world of import-export with Rohit Kumar, the seasoned CEO of New Origins and a prominent influencer in this field. With over 15 years of experience in the trade industry, Rohit now dedicates his time to educating aspiring entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts globally. Discover his unique insights and strategies that have shaped his journey from a successful CEO to an inspiring mentor. Learn about the nuances of international trade, especially in the context of India.Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this episode is packed with invaluable lessons and tips from one of the industry's best.
Explore the incredible journey of Dan Defossey, the culinary mastermind behind Mexico City's thriving restaurant empire, generating a staggering 9 million dollars annually. In this episode, discover how he started from scratch, his career trajectory, and the secrets to his remarkable evolution in the culinary world.
In this episode, we sit down with the multi-talented Paget Kagy an actor, coach, and influential voice in the world of personal development. Paget opens up about her unique journey, sharing personal experiences and invaluable lessons she learned along the way. She dives into her work in energy healing, highlighting how she empowers others to change their frequency and improve their lives. Join us for this insightful conversation, filled with stories of growth, healing, and the power of positive energy.
In todayâs episode, we have Cason Crane. From climbing the world's highest peaks to running ultra-marathons, and even navigating the world of reality TV on "Race to Survive", to creating 7 figure company during COVID. Cason's stories are nothing short of epic.
In this episode of the Limitless Grit Podcast, Meherwan Irani unveils stories from his vibrant childhood in India, the various jobs he held, and his journey to establishing the James Beard Award-winning restaurant, Chai Pani, in the United States.đ What to Expect:- Meherwanâs personal and entrepreneurial journey- The secret behind Chai Paniâs success- Challenges and triumphs of running a restaurant- Insights into Indian cuisine and its global influence- And much more!
Welcome to another empowering episode of Limitless Grit! Today, we're diving deep with Gay Hendricks, a transformative figure in the realms of body-mind wellness and relational dynamics. With a legacy spanning four decades, Gay is the go-to coach for executives from renowned corporations like Dell, HP, and Motorola. Don't miss this episode!đ About Gay Hendricks:Holding a Ph.D. from Stanford University, Gay Hendricks is an intellectual powerhouse in counseling psychology. After a remarkable 21-year academic career at the University of Colorado, he founded the Hendricks Institute, leading transformative seminars worldwide. Gay has co-authored seminal works like Conscious Loving, Conscious Luck, and, The Corporate Mystic."Gay Hendricks' New York Times bestseller, "Five Wishes," has crossed language barriers, translated into 17 languages. His magnum opus, "The Big Leap," is a must-read, empowering you to shatter internal barriers and ascend to new life heights.
Jeremy Schneider is an expert in personal finance, entrepreneurship, and software development. He founded RentLinx in 2004, growing it without external funding until its acquisition by AppFolio in 2015. In 2019, he launched Personal Finance Club, a platform that teaches people how to save and invest. The company has made millions in sales since its inception.
In this episode of the Limitless Grit Podcast, we sit down with Steven Sashen. His journey spans from the comedy stage to the forefront of innovation. Steven's evolution has been nothing short of awe-inspiring. As the visionary co-founder of Xero Shoes, he has redefined the essence of footwear, blending comfort and style into an unparalleled experience that has resonated with millions.Here's a sneak peek of what awaits:1. From Comedy to Entrepreneurship: His journey from being a standup comedian to venturing into diverse entrepreneurial paths.2. Taking DIY Sandals to a $50M/year Shoe Company: Transforming DIY rubber sole and lace sandals into a thriving $50 million annual shoe company.3. His Experience Working with His Wife and More: Insights into collaboration, including his partnership with his wife and much more.
In this episode of Limitless Grit Podcast, we chat with Rahul Pandey. He's not just an ex-Tech Lead from Meta, but also the brains and co-founder behind a Y Combinator company Taro, a leading platform that provides advice for engineers and managers to excel in their careers. Rahul spills the beans on software engineering career growth, tech leadership, and the journey to being accepted into Y-Combinator.What we discuss:Career paths and growth strategies in software engineering.Leadership lessons from building Taro.Making the cut for Y-Combinator.
Sara Grizzle is a creative entrepreneur who is based out of New York City. She studied nutrition and have successfully started and run three restaurants and catering companies in New York City. She is crazy passionate about helping others connect to their bodies in a powerful way, which in turn enables them to feel in control of attaining their life goals. For more information: www.saragrizzle.com
Owen Meyer is the founder and CEO of a multifaceted company called Liquor Laboratory. He is a West Point grad and former Beam Suntory sales rep who intends to drive revenue for corporations by partnering with liquor companies to feature specific products during a class or a free bartenders luncheon. As part of the partnerships, Liquor Labs will collect detailed, student-provided feedback and sell that data back to his corporate liquor clients or to others, without providing personally identifying information.
For more information visit liquorlaboratory.com
Jessica Huie went from being a teenage mother, expelled from school and living in a hostel, to having a career in Public Relations, working with some of the worldâs biggest stars and business people including Samuel L. Jackson, Simon Cowell, Sir Bob Geldof and Meghan Markle. When she set up her first business Color blind cards, it started an early national conversation around diversity in retail and is credited as the first independent multicultural greeting card line to be stocked in the UK high-street, earning her invitations to No.10 Downing street with the UK Prime Minister and an MBE award for services to entrepreneurship â all by the age of 34.
Check out Jessica's incredible book: Purpose: Find Your Truth and Embrace Your Calling
Also, Jessica will be in New York City on May 30. Please check out her website www.jessicahuie.com for the update
Follow Jessica on Social Media: @JessicaHuieMBE
Ani Choying Drolma is a Nepalese Buddhist nun and musician from the Nagi Gompa nunnery in Nepal. She is known in Nepal and throughout the world for bringing many Tibetan Buddhist chants and feast songs to mainstream audiences. She has been recently appointed as the UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador to Nepal.
Aniâs Book: Singing for Freedom Aniâs Website: www.theanifoundation.org
At age 21, Pushpa visited a womenâs prison in Kathmandu and came face to face with children living alongside their incarcerated mothers. She soon started the Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC), the first step in a lifelong mission to rescue Nepalâs imprisoned children. Since then, she has founded Butterfly Home and has rescued and cared for over 500 children.
Follow Pushpa- www.butterflyhomenepal.org Twitter: @inmateschildren
Punnu Singh Wasu is an Indian vocalist, musician, and songwriter. He was born and raised in Hyderabad into a family that has true love for music. Currently, Punnu resides in Bali where he works at the world-renowned yoga center, âThe Yoga Barnâ, in Ubud. He is on the monthly schedule teaching Hatha Yoga, leading meditation, singing Kirtan and offering Sound Healing melodic journeys. He also leads Kirtan Academy, Bhakti Bliss training, meditation workshops and Meditation teacher training, spiritual courses and Reiki courses regularly. Holistic Healing at The Yoga Barn features him as one of their onsite healers and he offers healing sessions and spiritual counseling daily. Website: www.punnuwasu.com
Books Recommended by Punu: 1. How to Win Friends & Influence People 2. Sri Guru Granth Sahib 3.The Bhagavad Gita 4. Autobiography of a Yogi
Anuradha Koirala is a Nepalese social worker and the founder of Maiti Nepal- a non-profit organization in Nepal, dedicated to helping victims of sex trafficking. Maiti Nepal today conducts a wide range of activities. Organizing awareness campaigns, community sensitization programs, rescue operations, apprehending traffickers, providing legal support to the needy, women empowerment programs, trainings, providing anti retroviral therapy (ART) to children and women infected by HIV are regular activities of Maiti Nepal. Miss Koirala received many prestigious awards throughout her life including CNN Heroes Award in 2010 and Indiaâs fourth highest civilian award Parma Shri in 2017.
To help Maiti Nepal please visit their site: www.maitinepal.org Find Maiti Nepal on Facebook: @maitinepal
Books recommended by Miss. Koirala: Sold by Patricia McCormick Radhika's Story: Human Trafficking in the 21st Century by Sharon Hendry
After working at the United Nations for more than ten years, Steve founded Hubud, Baliâs first coworking space. Through Hubud, Steve helped pioneer a modern working environment, drawing thousands of people to work in Bali. He is determined to help people pursue their passions and find their place in an increasingly borderless world.
Curious about his coworking space? You can get all the information at www.hubud.org
Mr. Rajeev Sethi is South Asiaâs leading designer and is noted internationally for his innovative contribution to preserving and celebrating the subcontinentâs rich cultural heritage. For more than 35 years, through his work in design and architecture, performances and festivals, exhibitions and publication, policy and program, he has identified ways to bring contemporary relevance to traditional skills of vulnerable artisan communities and creative professionals. In 1986, he was awarded the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian award, given by the  Government of India.
Mr. Binod Chaudhary is a Nepalese businessman, industrialist, philanthropist, and politician serving in the Nepali Congress. He is the current chairman of Chaudhary Group (CG), a conglomerate that consists of nearly 80 companies. Mr. Chaudhary is also the first Nepali billionaire, as listed by Forbes. Besides business, Mr. Chaudhary has been involved in several other government and social sectors. His CG Foundation works for the social welfare and he often contributes in the areas of art, music and literature as well.
His Biography: Making It Big Connect with Mr. Binod Chaudhary: Twitter: @BinodKChaudhary website: blog.binodchaudhary.com
Paul Chek is an internationally-renowned expert in the fields of corrective and high-performance exercise kinesiology. For over twenty-five years, Paulâs unique, holistic approach to treatment and education has changed the lives of countless people worldwide .Paul is a sought-after presenter and has consulted for organizations such as the Chicago Bulls, Australiaâs Canberra Raiders, New Zealandâs Auckland Blues, the US Air Force Academy and other elite organizations. His information is not only cutting-edge, but also very applicable.
BOOKS RECOMMENDED BY PAUL: 1. How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy! By Paul Chek 2. Last 4 Doctors You'll Ever Need: How to Get Healthy Now! Paul Chex 3. The Book By Allan watts 4. Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe Dispenza
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Jeremy Courtney is co-founder and executive director of the Preemptive Love Coalition (PLC), an international development organization based in Iraq that provides lifesaving heart surgeries to Iraqi children and trains local doctors and nurses. Jeremy resides in Iraq with his wife and two children.
Jeremy's book: Preemptive Love: Pursuing Peace One Heart at a Time
Connect with Jeremy: Website: preemptivelove.org Instagram: @preemptivelove Facebook: @preemptivelove
in today's episode, my friend Kshitij talks about some of the challenges he faced as an immigrant from Nepal and how he overcame them. His story is absolutely incredible and inspirational. Enjoy.
Susan Haag became the first woman to complete 100 full iron-distance triathlons. Haag started competing in triathlons in 1990's and has crossed the finish line 375 times in the last 26 years. Haag, who resides in Jacksonville, Florida , is a practicing lawyer and sits on the Board of Directors for USA Triathlon.
In today's episode, I have a conversation with my friend Trisha. She has run 2 full marathons and 3 half marathons. Trisha talks about why she decided to do a marathon in a first place and the lessons she learned from it.
Jay Papasan is a bestselling author that serves as vice president and executive editor at Keller Williams Realty International, the worlds largest real estate company. He is also vice president of KellerINK, co-owner of Keller Capital, and co-owner, alongside his wife Wendy, of Papasan Properties Group with Keller Williams Realty in Austin, Texas.The books heâs helped craft have collectively sold over 8 million copies. His most recent work with Gary Keller on The ONE Thing has sold over a million copies worldwide and garnered more than 300 appearances on national bestseller lists, including #1 on The Wall Street Journalâs hardcover business list.
Books recommended by Jay: 1. Give and Take by Adam Grant 2. The War of Art by Steven Pressfield 3. The Defining Decade by Meg Jay
Movie recommended Jay: 1. Jiro Dreams of Sushi
Connect with Jay: jaypapasan.com instagram: @jaypapasan twitter: @jaypapasan
In today's episode, I talk about one of my favorite books Checklist Manifesto and it's practical use in day to day life. Enjoy.
Raha Moharrak is the first Saudi woman and youngest Arab to summit  Mount Everest. She is an advocate for womenâs  rights and empowerment. She is passionate about promoting healthy lifestyles in Saudi girls while reminding other women that they too can reach the highest peak, no matter what their field. Enjoy.
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Connect with Raha: Instagram: @rahamoharrak Twitter: @rahamoharrak
Jeff Jonas is a data Scientist, Former IBM Fellow, Serial Entrepreneur, Founder and Chief Scientist at Stealth startup, Senzing. Jeff is also one of four people to have completed every single Ironman Triathlon in the world. In todayâs episode, he talks about his life and how he attacks seemingly impossible challenges step by step. Enjoy.
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Books Recommended by Jeff: 1. The art of war by Sun Tzu 2. One Manâs view of the World byLee Kuan Yew
Connect with Jeff: Twitter: @jeffjonas Website: jeffjonas.typepad.com
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in today's episode, my friend Trolette talks about Personal Financing and how she was able to pay her college debt and travel 30 before turning 30. Enjoy! :)
Aimee Elsner is Co-owner of Connecticut Power Yoga. She is a 200 hour Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Baptiste Power Yoga instructor, Occupational Therapist, Plant-Based Educator, Africa Yoga Project mentor, Lululemon Ambassador and Amrita Bar Ambassador. After she was diagnosed and treated for breast cancer in 2009 which led her to examine her lifestyle. Yoga played a huge role in her recovery and inspired her to inspire others to live a happy and healthy lifestyle.
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Books recommended by Aimee: 1. Being of Power by Baron Baptiste 2. The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz 3. You are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero 4. Braving the Wilderness by Brene Brown
Connect with Aimee: www.ctpoweryoga.com www.powersourcefunctionaltherapy.com
In today's episode, I talk about one of my favorite Entrepreneur Phil Knight and his brand Nike. I read his memoir a year ago and it changed my life. In this episode I will be sharing five things I learned from his book and how it changed my perspective. Enjoy.
Bailey OâBrien was diagnosed with stage 4 inoperable melanoma in 2011 and was believed to have just a few months to live. Her doctor said "There's nothing we can doâ. She didn't agree, so she looked into alternative options. A few weeks later she made a decision and put her trust in a radical new mindset, changing her diet and going to Mexico for treatment.Now she is 6 years Cancer- free and is helping people with their healing process.
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Books recommended by Bailey: 1. The Bible 2. The Defining Decade by Meg Jay
Connect with Bailey: Website: www.baileyobrien.com Instagram: @baileyobrien330 Twitter: @baileyobrien330 Facebook: @baileyobrien330
Kristin Addis is a normal girl from Southern California who has been adventuring around the globe nonstop since September 2012. She has hitchhiked solo across China, she has been invited to countless events by locals, climbed some of the tallest mountains in the world, done some of the deepest SCUBA dives, did a 35-day safari in Africa, spent two months hiking in Patagonia, and even became a Buddhist nun for 10 days. Hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.
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Book Recommended by Kristin: 1.What Makes You Not a Buddhist by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse
Documentary Recommended by Kristin: 1. Crossing the Line
Samira Sohail is a sports enthusiast and takes a keen interest in the startup sector, mentoring at a number of accelerators and prototyping in her spare time. She studied Maths at Trinity College, University of Cambridge and is the host of the Samira Stalks podcast where she interviews reckless dreamers to tell their stories of entrepreneurship, innovation and impact. Samira started her career as an investment banker, advising FTSE 100 companies in the technology, media and telecoms industries and then worked at the BBC as a Strategy Manager for five years. Samira currently lives in NYC
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Books Recommended by Samira 1. The Reluctant Fundamentalist by Mohsin Hamid 2. Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne
Documentaries Recommended by Samira: 1. The Armstrong Lie 2. Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth Series
Connect with Samira: Medium: @samirastalks Instagram: @samirastalks Website: samirastalks.com
In today's episode, I talk about my experience of practicing Transcendental Meditation for past seven years and how it has helped me during some of the hardest times in my life. Let me know if you guys have any questions/ queries about meditation at limitlessgrit@gmail.com. Enjoy!
Varsha Thapa is a Nepalese model who paved her way to New York in 2011, after signing with the esteemed talent management agency of Wilhelmina Models. Varsha's clientsâ list includes: Misonni, Bcbg, Max Azria, Prabal Gurung, Vivienne Westwood, Steve Madden, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, Grazia, Vogue and many others. Besides Fashion, Varsha is also involved in Charity work and assistance. She is currently working with Children of Divya Netra Community School in Nepal to help rebuild their classroom which got destroyed during the earthquake in April 2015. She is so much more than a model. She is a beautiful soul who truly cares about making an impact on this planet. Hope you enjoy the episode.
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Books recommended by Varsha 1. Fear By Osho 2. Intuition: Knowing beyond Logic by Osho 3. The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg 4. Blink by Malcolm Gladwell
Movies/ Documentary recommended by Varsha 1. Planet Earth 2. Power of Intuition 3. The Secret
In Today's episode, I have a ten-minute conversation with Samantha Sakakini who is a Holistic Health Coach and a Certified NLP Practitioner. Samantha talks about the importance of asking the right questions and why one needs to be more conscious about their self-talk. Enjoy!
Dr. Robert E. Fullilove is a professor of Sociomedical Sciences at the Columbia University Medical Center; Associate Dean for Minority Affairs, Mailman School of Public Health. Dr. Fullilove serves on the editorial boards of the journals Sexually Transmitted Diseases, and the Journal of Public Health Policy. He has been awarded the Distinguished Teaching Award at the Mailman School of Public Health three times and in May 2002, he was awarded an honorary doctorate from Bank Street College of Education. Books recommended by Robert: 1. A People's History of the United States by Howard Zinn 2. The New Jim Crow by Michelle 3. Root Shock by Mindy Thompson Fullilove
In Today's episode, I have a ten-minute conversation with Kyle Byrne who lived and worked in Argentina for two years after graduating college. Kyle talks about how traveling changed his perspective and helped him find his true passion which is teaching. Enjoy!
Anny Divya, a 30-year-old woman from India who made history after she became the youngest Boeing 777 female commander in the world. Anny defied the odds and at the age of 17, enrolled at the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi, a government-run pilot training academy in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh. Soon after, she was recruited by Air India when she was just 19. She started to learn to fly a Boeing 737 and later found herself in the cockpit of Boeing 777, flying the largest twin jet in the world. GO TO LIMITLESSGRIT.COM FOR SHOW NOTES
Her favorite movie: Sully
Book She is Looking forward to Read: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People By Stephen R. Covey
Connect With Anny: Twitter: @annydivya Instagram: anny_divya
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In Today's episode, I have a ten-minute conversation with Yojana who is a journalist by profession and had no interest in jobs related to Information Technology. Yojana talks about how learning how to code changed her perspective and eventually led her to change her career. Enjoy!
Sean Cannell is an entrepreneur and an online influencers who helps influencers CRUSH IT with social media and online video. He has more than a decade of experience with social media education & training, content creation video production, marketing and much more. His videos have been watched by millions and he helps influencers all around the world with his content. His true passion is to help reach as many people as possible with messages that matter and make an impact in their lives.
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Books recommended by Sean: 1. How to make friends and influence people by Dale Carnegie 2. Books by John C. Maxwell 3. The Art of War by Sun Tzu 4. The Power of Ambition Audiobook by Jim Rohn 5. Deep Work by Cal Newport and Jeff Bottoms
Connect with Sean: Twitter: @seancannell Instagram: @seancannell Website: www.seancannell.com Youtube: Sean Cannell and Think Media
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In Today's episode, I have a ten-minute conversation with my friend Monica Fuentes who is a yoga/ meditation teacher. We talk about the importance of yoga and why people should implement it in their lives. Enjoy!
Hilary is a full-time freelance writer who has contributed to national, regional and online publications, including USA TODAY, Marie Claire magazine, Travel + Leisure magazine, amNew York, ELLE.com, and Yahoo.com. She has also been featured on FOX News, Inside Edition, The Insider, HuffPo Live and People.com as a Lifestyle and Entertainment Expert. Growing up in South Florida, Hilary realized her passion for writing, community service, pop culture and ice cream and covers many topics, including celebrity, fashion, beauty, food, cocktails, love and lifestyle.
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Books recommended by Hilary: 1. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho 2. Modern Romance by Aziz Ansari
Movie/ Documentary Recommended by Hilary 1. The September issue
Connect with Hilary: Instagram: @hilarywritesny Website: hilarysheinbaum.com Twitter: @hilary_she
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In Today's episode, I have a ten-minute conversation with my friend Kori. We talk about why I started this podcast and much more. Enjoy!
Emma Slade was born in England and was educated at universities in Cambridge and London. She had an exciting international career in finance until a life-changing event in Jakarta, Indonesia. After that event, she resigned from her financial career and began traveling and exploring yoga and meditation. Since then she has taught yoga and meditation for over 15 years and continued to deepen a lifelong interest in Buddhism. She visited Bhutan for the first time in 2011 which led to her studying Buddhism with a Buddhist lama and, eventually, led to her ordination in Bhutan as a Buddhist nun. In 2015 she set up the UK charity â Opening Your Heart to Bhutan â to help children in Bhutan. She continues to travel to Bhutan frequently to manage these charity projects and continue her Buddhist studies. Her first book, Set Free, detailing her inspirational story, was published in April 2017. All proceeds from the book will be donated to the charity. You can purchase the book at www.bookdepository.com
GOT TO LIMITLESSGRIT.COM FOR SHOW NOTES Books Recommended by Emma :Â 1. Kindness, clarity, and insight by His Holiness The Dalai Lama 2. Open heart and open mind:Â Â Tsoknyi Rinpoche
Connect with Emma: â¨Website: http://www.emmaslade.com/ Purchase Emmaâs Book @ www.bookdepository.com
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Chris Leamy is a full-time trader at Morgan Stanley, as well as a singer and a songwriter. His life was changed forever after meeting a panhandler on the subway in 2015. The Panhandler said, âpeople who have a skill or a talent on the street tend to do a lot better.â Although it was said simply, it felt deep. After this incident, Leamy started befriending homeless men and women around Union Square in Manhattan. He would ask if he could sit next to them and jam on his own guitar. Then, whatever money the pedestrians dropped in his case, he would hand it to the homeless men or women.It also inspired Chris to start a social movement called #heplaysforme. He plays guitar and sings in Union Square on behalf of homeless individuals once a week. Not only money, he is also raising awareness for those in need. His hard-earned pennies have also allowed him to feed and clothe them. He has even managed permanent shelters and steady jobs for some of them, and thus help them get off the streets completely.
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Chris talks about working in wall street full time while following his passion for music.
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How starting #heplaysforme movement has changed his perspective about the homeless population.
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Chris talks about his experience working full time in wall street while pursuing his passion for music
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Chris talks about Miguel, and how he was able to help Miguel get out of his homelessness and find a job and an apartment for him.
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The importance of taking small steps to achieve something bigger.
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How one decision can create impactful results
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How much money homeless people make daily.
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Importance of Vacations
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Influence of #heplaysforme on his spirituality
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what does it mean to be courageous
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The Alchemist: Paulo Coelho
Life of Pi: Yann Martel
Movie Recommended by Chris:
Schindler's List
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Dr. Laura E. Stachel is the co-founder of WE CARE Solar, is an obstetrician-gynecologist with fourteen years of clinical experience. She holds an M.D. from University of California, San Francisco and an M.P.H. in Maternal and Child Health from University of California, Berkeley. Shocked by the poor hospital conditions in Nigeria, Laura and her husband created We care Solar to offer hospitals âSolar Suitcasesâ which fuels reliable lights in hospitals and health care centers around the world. She is the recipient of multiple awards including the 2015 UN DESA âPowering the Future We Wantâ Award, the UCSF Alumni Award, the C3E Leadership in Developing Countries Award, and the Top-Ten 2013 CNN Heroes.
10 THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR
- How her background as a Dancer and Pianist helped her with medical school
- How not being able to practice as a doctor eventually led her to her lifeâs work.
- What is solar suitcase and how it is helping health care centers around the world
- Laura talks about her Light Every Birth initiative
- How is the Womenâs Solar Ambassador Program starting a movement and empowering women around the world
- How was she able to learn everything about Solar Electricity from scratch and create an organization that is thriving
- The power of storytelling and why it is important to have passion for your work
- How a physician from Congo changed her perspective and what kept her going during a very difficult time
- Laura gives advice to twenty-something-year-old entrepreneurs
- The importance of taking it one step at a time
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Books Recommended by Laura: 1. Strength in What Remains: Tracy Kidder 2. Being Mortal: Atul Gawande
Movies Recommended by Laura: 1. Hidden Figures 2. Lion
Connect with Laura:
https://wecaresolar.org/
Mariano Rivera is a former professional baseball pitcher who played 19 seasons in Major League Baseball for the New York Yankees. A thirteen-time All-Star and five-time World Series Champion, he is Major League Baseballâs career leader in saves (652) and games finished (952). Rivera won five American League Rolaids Relief Man Awards and three Delivery Man of the Year Awards. Marianoâs life is anything but ordinary. From a childhood playing pickup games in Panama to an epic career with the New York Yankees, Mariano's rise to greatness has been one of the most incredible stories in Major League baseball history. In this Episode, Mariano talks about his book "The Closure", his life in Panama before he came to the United States, his faith and much more.
10 THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR 1. Story behind his signature âcut fast ballâ 2. What does it mean to be "connected to the source" 3. His relationship with his wife and what people should look for in a life partner 4. Advice to someone who wants to play for  Major League Baseball 5.  How he dealt with losing the 2001 World Series 6. Why he decided to stay with the Yankees throughout his entire career 7.  Why faith is so important to him 8. Why you need passion to move forward⨠9. Things he learned from a near-death experience at age 19 10. Why is it important to keep things simple
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Frankie DâAgostino is a 25-year-old entrepreneur, firefighter as well as a fitness and nutrition specialist. He is truly wise beyond his years and does not believe in the word âIMPOSSIBLEâ. Frankie and I went to school together and I have seen him become an entrepreneur who is driven to make a positive impact in this world. He is the true definition of this phrase âthink globally and act locally.â He is locally making a difference in his community as a gym owner and a firefighter while impacting the world by sharing his thoughts, and ideas on social media. Deeply rooted in the morals and values his parents instilled in him, Frank is laser focused on "Transforming" his life and lives of others.
10 THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR: 1. What made him start Transform Fitness at the age of 23 2. Importance of taking risks 3. 3 things to look for in your potential business partner 4. Different marketing techniques his team used to get the word out 5. What does it take to be an entrepreneur 6. Frankie talks about his morning routine 7. Why he hates the word âDIETâ and what changes should people make in order to live a healthy life 8. Hardest part about starting a business and how he overcame it 9. Why it is important to be friends with your clients and build a community 1o. Frankie talks about his definition of courage
Books Recommended by Frankie: 1. Do the Kind Thing: Daniel Lubetzky 2. Delivering Happiness: Tony Hsieh
Podcasts Recommended by Frankie: 1. MFCEO Project by Andy Frisella 2. #askgaryvee by Gary Vaynerchuk
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Andrew Campbell is an American rower who won the lightweight double sculls at the 2016 Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials. He also won the lightweight double sculls at the 2015 National Selection Regatta 1and the lightweight single sculls at the 2014 World Championship Trials. Andrew is a graduate of Harvard University and works full time as Data Scientist at Citadel.
10 THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR:
- Why is it important to have smaller attainable goals
- What steps he took to become one of the best rowers
- What kept him motivated for years when he was working full time and training for the Olympics
- Difference between Talent and skill
- Pre- race ritual and what he does to prepare for the competition
- Meeting with Barack Obama and Joe Biden
- Advice to an athlete who wants to make it to the Olympics
- Why he went to Harvard
- Being a sponsored athlete for red bull 10 Andrewâs definition of courage
Books Recommended by Andrew:
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Hard- Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World: Haruki Murakami
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Active Portfolio Management: Richard Grinold and Ronald Kahn
Andrewâs Favorite TV Show :
- The Wire
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/theandycamps?lang=en
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Ravi is an executive career coach and former employee of Microsoft Corporation where he led product management and marketing teams for various global software products for 14 years. As a coach, Ravi has helped countless clients, including management consultants, technology startup executives, and Fortune 500 company leaders unlock higher performance and build careers they can be proud of. In his thirties he decided to quit his job at Microsoft and travel the world with his wife. In this podcast he explains how that decision has since changed his life.
10 THING TO LOOK OUT FOR: 1. Why did Ravi quit his high paying job at Microsoft to travel the world 2. Type of people you should surround yourself with when you are trying to create something new 3. His advice on how one can find the right career 4. Why he thinks multitasking is destroying peopleâs life 5. How to find your âWHYâ 6. His morning ritual and why he loves journaling 7. Three advice on finding right career 8. How to get in the zone/ flow 9.Why he thinks people should NOT quit their jobs to travel the world 10. How 2% growth every month over the course of three years can double your business
Books Recommended by Ravi: The Power of meaning: Emily Esfahani Smith When Breathe Becomes Air: The Alchemis: Paulo Coelho
Documentary/ Movie Recommended by Ravi: Magnus: Documentary about Magnus Carlsen
Connect with Ravi: raviraman.com Medium: Ravi Raman Twitter: @yogiravi
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Michelle Polar was born and raised in Caracas-Venezuela and came to the United States at the age of 19. When she moved to New York City to pursue a Masters in Branding at the School of Visual Arts, Michelle quickly realized that NYC was not for the fearful. In an effort to re-write her definition of fear Michelle completed a project where she faced one fear a day for 100 days. She filmed herself on each challenge and posted them daily to her YouTube channel. Michelle faced all kinds of fears from holding a tarantula, skydiving to posing nude for a drawing class and quitting her job. At around day 40, the project was discovered by the media and it became an instant viral. Celebrities such as Zoey Deschanel, Sofia Vergara, Ashton Kutcher and Lil Wayne were sharing her story. In a matter of days Michelle had over 4.5 million views in her YouTube channel. Michelle now inspires people by sharing her story through different social media platforms and seminars. In this episode she gives us some tips on how one can make bolder decisions and how she was able to achieve most of her life goals is few months.
10 THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR 1. Why she decided to move to New York City and what made her start100 Days Without Fear project. 2. One tool that helps her make bolder decision 3. some fears that stop people from living their best life 4. Advice on finding your life partner/ soul mate 5. How she manages her time and what she does to relax 6. Advice to 20 something year old who hates their job 7. what can one do right now to overcome their fear 8. How she turned a personal project into a business 9. Her life in Venezuela 10. Her definition of courage (my favorite)
Book Recommendations by Michelle: 1. #Girlboss: Sophia Amoruso 2. The War of Art: Steven Pressfield
Documentary/ Movie Recommendations by Michelle: 1. Class Divide 2. 13 reasons why 3. The Minimalists
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Ameen Haque: Formerly a Vice President at the ad agency Ogilvy & Mather, Ameen has over 20 years of experience in Advertising, Theatre & Consulting. Ameen is also the Founder of Storywallahs which is a Bangalore-based organization that believes stories are the best way to inspire, motivate and teach. Using his expertise and experience, he helps people discover and use the power of stories in their personal and professional lives. Some of his clients are Microsoft, intel, KPMG, Amazon etc. Ameen is truly an expert who trains leaders and entrepreneurs in storytelling, crafting narratives, and using story based frameworks to navigate change and inspire action along desired goals. 10 THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR How he balanced his full time job while pursuing his passion for theater How he overcame speech impediment as a child and eventually went on to becoming an expert on storytelling. What makes a good story What makes Sachin Tendulkar god of cricket His familyâs reaction when he left a well paying job to pursue his passion Why he does not like the word âAWESOMEâ His advice to his twenty year old self how to tell the truth without being rude Importance of embracing failure His definition of courage Book Recommendations by Ameen Jungle book: Rudyard Kipling Where the Sidewalk Ends: Shel Silverstein Hermann Hesse: glass bead game
Connect with Ameen: https://storywallahs.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ameenhaque72 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Storywallahs Google Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77FUr6ZsWjY&t=2898s
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William Helmreich has walked every block of New York City's five boroughs to get a better understanding of the city and the 8 million people that call it home. He is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at City College. He has also written 16 books including, The Things they Say Behind your Back; Against All Odds: Holocaust Survivors and the Successful Lives they Made in America, What Was I Thinking: The Dumb Things We Do and How to Avoid Them and The New York Nobody Knows: Walking 6,000 Miles in New York City.In addition to books and publications in scholarly journals, Professor Helmreich has written for the New York Times, Newsday, the Los Angeles Times and has also been a guest on Oprah Winfrey, The Larry King Show, CBS Morning News, CNN, ABC Nightline, and guest anchor on NBC-TV News. William is larger than life character and has truly inspired me to be more disciplined and creative.
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William talks about his most satisfying experience as a teacher.
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He gives advice on finding oneâs purpose in life.
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10 traits most successful people have.
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He talks about his near to death experiences in life.
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How can we learn to be more disciplined.
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How he manages to be a full-time teacher while walking 30 miles a week and writing a book.
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Why really smart people have a harder time making decisions in life.
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How to deal with difficult people.
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Why is it important to have high tolerance for not being satisfied
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His definition of courage (this is my favorite) Books recommended By William:
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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith
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Albion's Seed: Four British Folkways in America by David Hackett Fischer
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Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell
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The great Gatsby F. Scott Fitzgerald
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The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson
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Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. Vance
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Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse
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I had an incredible time interviewing one of my personal heroes Ken Banks. He is the Founder of kiwanja.net and creator of messaging platform FrontlineSMS. He is a PopTech Fellow, a Tech Awards Laureate, an Ashoka Fellow and a National Geographic Emerging Explorer, and has been internationally recognized for his technology-based work. In 2013 he was nominated for the TED Prize, and in 2015 Ken was appointed CARE Internationalâs first Entrepreneur in Residence and is also a published author, with his first edited book, âThe Rise of the Reluctant Innovator.â In todayâs episode, we cover different topics including finding oneâs purpose in life, the power of paying attention, starting an organization and much more! If youâre interested in social entrepreneurship or starting your own organization then you have to listen to this man! He has some of the most genuine and practical advice I have ever heard!
TEN THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR 1. Some of the lessons Ken learned from one of the lowest points in his life! 2. His initial reaction when he first got National Geographic explorers award 3. His friendship with the Nobel prize winner Desmond tutu 4. How can one find their purpose in life 5. Importance of being humble 6. Why he decided to create an app called âapp for my childrenâ 7. Advice for young entrepreneurs 8. Working with the U.K. Prime ministerâs delegation to Africa 9. What does Kiwanja mean and what is he doing with the platform. 10. What does it mean to be a reluctant innovator!
Kenâs Favorite Movie: The Green Mile Kenâs Favorite Books: 1. Great Expectations by Charles Dickens 2. Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer
Connect with Ken: Website: http://www.kiwanja.net/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/search?q=ken%20banks&src=typd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiwanja/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ken.banks
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Betsy Nilan is the President of The Get in Touch Foundation. She has been involved with The Get in Touch Foundation for most of her life. When she was 13 years old, the Founder and her mother, Mary Ann Wasil was diagnosed with breast cancer and started Get In Touch to provide others with the knowledge to be informed about breast health. Over the years, Betsy assisted and volunteered her time to further the organizationâs mission. She helped plan and execute fundraising events across the country, worked with Get In Touch Youth Ambassadors, and worked as Operations Coordinator in the office. In February of 2016, she stepped up as Acting President and two months later stepped up as President after her mother passed away. Betsy holds a Bachelorâs degree in Anthropology from the University of Virginia, and has a Masterâs degree in Womenâs Studies from Southern Connecticut State University. Her thesis was entitled âEmpowerment Through Decision-Making: Patriarchal Societyâs Effect on Women with the BRCA1 and BRCA2 Genetic Mutation.â It focused on the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic mutation, also known as the breast cancer gene and how society reacted to women testing positive. Betsyâs mission is to empower women by providing them free breast health education which she is doing every single day through her foundation.
10 THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR * The purpose behind creating the Get in Touch Foundation. * Why was her organization able to thrive for the past 13 years while most organizations run out of business within the first three years of business. *We talk about how the Get in Touch foundation is able to provide Daisy Wheel for free. * How is her organization able to partner with huge companies like Guess and the Stop and Shop Stores. * Meaning behind her pink hair. * Why did she choose womenâs stories major and what does it mean to be a feminist. * Becoming the president right after a loss of someone she truly cared about. * We talk about her goals for the organization for the next 5 years How can one cultivate confidence * Her definition of courage
Book recommended: Milk and Honey by Rupi Kaur
Documentary recommended: Misrepresentation
Connect with Betsy/ The Get in Touch Foundation: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getintouchfoundation/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/GetInTouch http://getintouchfoundation.org/
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In 2013, Cason became the fifth youngest person to climb the Seven Summits - the highest mountain on each continent while raising money and awareness for The Trevor Project, a suicide prevention and crisis intervention service for LGBTQ youth, in an initiative called The Rainbow Summits Project. Cason Crane is truly an adventure-seeker and a risk-taker. In this podcast, we touch many topics as to what drives him and makes him pursue so many adventures while being someone who is extremely fearful of heights
TEN THINGS TO LISTEN OUT FOR: How Cason was able to climb mountains while being extremely fearful of height. What was his primary purpose in taking on this project. Cason talks about his approaches in raising 135k dollars for the Trevor project He talks about his experience in climbing Carstensz Pyramid and hiking through one of the most remote places on this planet. He talks about climbing/ training for Everest and how much does it cost to actually summit Everest. Cason also talks about why most people die in Everest. Cason talks about building mental toughness and why he Loves Venus Williams. We talk about his experience coming back to Princeton after two years of traveling. Cason talks about his experience of not summiting Denali on his first attempt and how he dealt with that setback. Cason talks about his family and how his siblings are doing similar projects to make an impact on this planet. Cason talks about âhis next Everestâ and what he is looking forward in the future.
Books recommended: 1.Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer 2. Never Eat Alone: Keith Ferrazzi
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Fereshteh Forough is the Founder and President of Code to Inspire, the first coding school for girls in Afghanistan. Fereshteh was born as an Afghan refugee in Iran. One year after the fall of Taliban, She moved to Herat, Afghanistan with her family where she received her bachelorâs degree in computer science from Herat University and later a Masterâs degree from the Technical University of Berlin in Germany.
She taught as a professor in the Computer Science Faculty of Herat University for three years. Fereshteh was a 2013 TED Talks speaker and a 2015 Clinton Global Initiative.
Her passion is to empower young women from Afghanistan by improving their technical literacy. Her goal with Code To Inspire is educating Afghan women with in-demand programming skills, empower them to add unique value to their communities, and inspire them to strive for financial and social independence. Fereshteh is an advocate of using Bitcoin and the first to formally promote its use in Afghanistan. My show notes
10 THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR Fereshteh talks about her experience of being born as a refugee and her life in Iran. How her mother inspired her to be a social entrepreneur. We talk about her family coming back to Afghanistan from Iran after more than a decade and how it was being a foreigner in her own country. Unique challenges of setting up in Afghanistan like living with only 3hrs of electricity per day, dealing with gender bias and cultural stigma attached to women in the work place. she explains how she deals with criticism and negativity on social media. 5. Why she thinks there are less females in technical fields and what we can do about it. 6. Accidentally stumbling into computer science and how she went from hating it to loving it. 7. Coming to the United States and how she was able to create this organization within a year while being unemployed. 8. We talk about how she was able to get fund and recognition in such a short period of time. 9. How code to inspire works and what is her vision for the next 5 years. 10. What is a definition of courage.
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