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Marc My Words is a podcast about learning and self reflection while pushing ourselves to make the most of our time and lives. Entrepreneurs from around the world talk to Marc Schmidt about their career transitions, life journey, and how they maintain a successful business. Marc and his guests have fun and informational chats about discovering your passion as well as all of the different and sometimes unlikely ways entrepreneurs wind up trading the 9 to 5 life to be their own boss.
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Arlene Cohen Miller tells the story of how she transitioned from being an attorney who owned their practice to an entrepreneur whose mission was to help women to grow and balance their own lives. Arlene has spent many years working as a lawyer, but decided to use her wisdom and education to transition to coaching during a transitional period in her life. Arlene and Marc also talk about the power of gratitude and how you need to feel the gratitude, not overthink it. This philosophy plus breathing techniques and other wisdom Arlene uses in her coaching are discussed.

Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Marc My Words-- Colby Wegter: Founder of Autonomy Agency
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Colby Wegter tells the story of how he managing burnout while being apart of an entrepreneurial partnership and how he regrouped and moved on to be the founder of the Autonomy Agency. Colby's mission is to help others to manage their time better and help them to live life on their own terms and on their own watch. Colby also talks about the power of saying "no" and how that has helped empower him in business and his life.

Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Marc My Words-- David Griffiths: CEO at Content Creating Academy
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
David Griffiths tells the story of how he learned to create content that aligned more closely with his brand and intended message. After spending years posting quality content that was misaligned with his audience, David made some adjustments that helped him to see what he was doing wrong. From there, David wanted to take this knowledge and help others who were having similar struggles. Thanks to resilience and faith, David has been able to stay on his path to growing his brand as well as teaching others how they can overcome social media obstacles, stay positive, and find their audience.

Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Marc My Words-- Craig & Meredith Bennett: Co-Founders of Road of Life Coaching
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Craig and Meredith Bennett tell the story of how they transitioned from the 9-5 corporate world to entrepreneurship. This super couple were united in their efforts to find a life that was more fulfilling and catered to the lifestyle they were seeking. However, the transition wasn't easy. The strength of their relationship helped them to find their way as they decided they were best suited to help other couples to navigate the entrepreneurial world through their coaching and podcast. Their story and philosophy will not only educate, it will inspire you as well.

Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Marc My Words-- Jessie Torres: Founder of Fierce Grace Transformation
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Fierce Grace Transformation isn't just a clever name for a business, it is a name that says a lot about the mindset of Jessie Torres. In this episode of Marc My Words, Jessie not only tells Marc her incredible journey into entrepreneurship, she also unveils the meaning behind Fierce Grace Transformation. Jessie has overcome many obstacles and hardships in order to be where she is today. Today Jessie wants to take what she has learned and help others on their journey through similar obstacles. Jessie mission to help others to "heal, awaken, and shine".

Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Jeff Patterson talks about his journey into and within martial and meditative arts. Jeff also talks about how he helps himself and others to find the mindset they need to succeed mentally and physically. Jeff also talks about his latest book called The Yielding Warrior and how it has not only impacted Jeff, but also has impacted his students. Self improvement, self awareness, and balance are just some of the areas that Marc and Jeff talk about in this episode.

Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Rhonda Parker-Taylor is very passionate about her work. She is especially passionate about her career as a writer. However, writing didn't always come naturally to her. In this episode of Marc My Words, Rhonda tells the story of how she overcame obstacles in order to become a published author. Rhonda also talks about her journey into entrepreneurship and how she is using the lessons she's learned on her journey in order to help and inspire others.

Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Marc My Words-- Rob Rene: CEO of Exodus Strong
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Rob Rene, CEO of Exodus Strong, tells the story of how he went from being a person who had a lot of athletic potential to a journey of transformation and resilience due to a near fatal accident. This accident impacted Rob's life tremendously as he was forced to find a new path to success and fulfillment. Although Rob found success in the corporate world, he didn't find the fulfillment he was seeking. Another accident during the pandemic sent Rob on a journey towards all natural healing. This is when Rob's journey into entrepreneurship and the creation of Exodus Strong, his brand for natural healing from pain began.

Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Marc My Words-- Igor Vainshtein: Founder of GolfTrak & Inventor of Entrepreneurpoly
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Igor Vainshtein is a great storyteller with who has an entrepreneurial and life journey that will keep you captivated from beginning to the end. Similar to some of Marc's other guests, Igor got his entrepreneurial start in Australia, a country that seemingly produces a lot of international and motivated entrepreneurs. Igor not only tells the story of how he transitioned from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, he also talks about the inspiration behind his golf app called GolfTrak and what inspired him to create a board game called Entrepreneurpoly.

Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Marc My Words-- Nancy Dillingham Marks: Founder of Glass Arts Collective
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Nancy Dillingham Marks worked in technical fields for several years before transitioning to entrepreneurship. After learning a little bit about entrepreneurship through her husband's business, Nancy decided to start one of her own. Although the idea of doing something she didn't have a lot of experience with was intimidating, Nancy found the courage to move forward and open the Glass Arts Collective. Nancy not only told Marc her story, but also talked about how rewarding and fun her foray into entrepreneurship has been. Marc and Nancy also talk about creativity and how the freedom to be creative is an advantage of running your own business.