Authentic As F*ck with Sun Yi

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Summary

Daniel Alonzo, an investor, entrepreneur, speaker, author, business coach, and motivational speaker, shares his journey to financial independence and the importance of being authentic and transparent in business. He emphasizes the need to be coachable and do what you say you're going to do. Daniel discusses his experience in the insurance industry, where he started at 21 and steadily grew his income over the years.

He also highlights the challenges of recruiting and leading a team. Overall, Daniel's story serves as inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and emphasizes the importance of hard work and perseverance. In this conversation, Daniel Alonzo shares his insights on sales, building a business, and recruiting. He emphasizes the importance of doing the 'boring' things consistently, such as follow-ups and organization, to achieve success. Daniel also highlights the need for conviction in your product or service and the belief that it can truly benefit others. He discusses the fear of cold outreach and offers advice on overcoming it. Daniel shares his experience with recruiting and the power of social media in reaching potential recruits. He emphasizes the importance of providing value and building a strong online presence.

Daniel Alonzo discusses the challenges of getting agents to effectively use social media for their business. He shares his own success story of using sponsored ads and landing pages to recruit and generate leads. The conversation also touches on the importance of being coachable, letting go of ego, and embracing new technologies like AI. Daniel emphasizes the need to adapt and learn new strategies to stay successful in business. Daniel Alonzo and Sun discuss the importance of taking action and overcoming perfectionism in content creation and business. They emphasize the need to start and learn along the way, rather than waiting for everything to be perfect.

They also debunk the myth that rich people are inherently bad and highlight the importance of building a solid business foundation. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of authenticity and staying true to oneself in pursuing success.

Keywords

financial independence, authenticity, transparency, coachability, insurance industry, recruiting, leadership, hard work, perseverance, sales, building a business, recruiting, conviction, cold outreach, social media, providing value, social media, agents, training, sponsored ads, landing pages, recruiting, leads, coachable, ego, AI, content process, content creation, perfectionism, taking action, business, rich people, authenticity

Takeaways

Being authentic and transparent in business can lead to success and build trust with clients and team members.
Being coachable and doing what you say you're going to do are key factors in achieving success.
Starting a business at a young age is possible, as long as you have the competence and results to back it up.
Recruiting and leading a team requires selling the dream and inspiring others to believe in the vision.
Hard work and perseverance are essential in building a successful business and achieving financial independence. Consistency in doing the 'boring' things is key to success in sales.
Having conviction in your product or service is crucial for effective selling.
Overcoming the fear of cold outreach requires belief in the value you offer.
Social media is a powerful tool for recruiting and building a business.
Providing value and building a strong online presence are essential for success in the digital age.
Most agents are not effectively using social media for their business
Being coachable and open to new strategies is crucial for success
Letting go of ego and embracing new technologies can lead to growth
AI can be a valuable tool for generating content ideas and staying on point
Don't wait for perfection, just start and learn along the way.
Rich people are not inherently bad; money exposes who they truly are.
Build a solid business foundation as your bread and butter, and use content creation as a bonus.
Authenticity is key in pursuing success; be true to yourself and your own style.

Gloria Chou: How To Get Featured On Forbes Without Paying For PR Jul 31, 2024

Show notes

Watch Episode 109 Trailer: https://youtu.be/ICXr2NydX4s

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:35 The Power of PR for Building a Personal Brand

06:02 The CPR Method: Crafting a Pitch That Grabs Journalists' Attention

13:34 The Importance of Confidence and Advocacy in PR

21:45 Positioning Yourself as an Authoritative Voice

25:15 The Simplicity of PR: Writing a Pitch and Sending It Out

29:27 The Importance of Pitching and PR

30:07 Effective Follow-Up Strategies

31:23 Building Confidence and Cultivating Mindset

33:31 Authenticity and Human Connection in the Coaching Industry

37:43 Healing and Self-Love for Business Success

Authentic As F*ck is a podcast all about storytelling. I have conversations with entrepreneurs, and creators, hear their stories, and how these stories shaped the person.

So excited to share in Episode 109 of the AAF podcast: How To Get Featured On Forbes Without Paying For PR w/ Gloria Chou. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship and storytelling.

Gloria Chou is an award-winning Small Business PR coach and host of the top-rated Small Business PR Podcast. Her untraditional yet proven PR methods that allow anyone to gain top-tier, earned media without needing to hire an agency, have industry connections or any PR experience have been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, Crunchbase and on over 50+ podcasts.

Through her online community of nearly 10k mainly BIPOC and WOC founders, and signature PR Secrets Masterclass, Gloria helps early-stage founders "hack their own PR" to go from unknown, to being seen, heard, and valued with her proprietary 3-step CPR Pitching Method™— one that’s helped 10,000+ small businesses get over a combined 1 Billion free, organic views in top tier outlets such as the New York Times, Vogue, Fast Company, Forbes and more.

As a former U.S. Diplomat that’s never worked in PR, marketing or had any industry contacts, Gloria cold-called thousands of newsrooms to crack the code on PR, and now helps other entrepreneurs do the same. Gloria’s #1 mission is to make PR more accessible so that all founders—especially those who have been marginalized and underrepresented, can learn how to grow their businesses and confidently tell their stories without breaking the bank. Gloria was also recently awarded the “Pitch Writing Expert of the Year” for 2021 as a part of the Influential Businesswomen Awards and a member of 2022’s Forbes 1000 list.

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Summary

Gloria Chow, an award-winning small business PR coach, shares her untraditional yet proven PR methods. She emphasizes the importance of PR for building a personal brand and increasing conversion rates. Gloria's mission is to make PR accessible to all founders, especially women of color. She teaches the CPR method, which involves crafting a pitch that is relevant, specific, and positions the entrepreneur as an authoritative voice in their industry. Gloria also provides tips for finding the right journalists to pitch to and avoiding common pitching mistakes. In this conversation, Gloria Chou and Sun discuss the importance of pitching and PR in growing a business. They explore the common mistakes people make when pitching and provide tips for effective follow-up. Gloria shares insights from her PR program, emphasizing the importance of confidence and mindset. They also discuss the coaching industry and the need for authenticity and human connection. Gloria opens up about her personal journey with psychedelics and how it has impacted her business and mindset. Overall, the conversation highlights the power of pitching, the value of community, and the importance of healing and self-love.

Keywords

PR, personal brand, conversion rates, founders, women of color, CPR method, pitch, journalists, pitching, PR, mistakes, follow-up, confidence, mindset, coaching industry, authenticity, community, psychedelics, healing, self-love

Takeaways

PR is essential for building a personal brand and increasing conversion rates.
The CPR method (Credibility, Point of View, Relevance) is an effective framework for crafting a pitch that grabs journalists' attention.
Finding the right journalists to pitch to can be done through Google News Alerts, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Avoid common pitching mistakes such as sending irrelevant pitches, using a marketing brochure approach, and sending long, attachment-heavy emails.
The CPR method can be applied to pitching investors, getting on podcasts, and securing wholesale deals. Pitching is essential for growing a business and getting media coverage.
Effective follow-up is crucial for successful pitching.
Confidence and mindset play a significant role in PR success.
Authenticity and human connection are key in the coaching industry.
Healing and self-love can positively impact business and mindset.

Christopher Engman: Orchestrating And Closing Mega Deals Jul 24, 2024

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Watch Trailer Episode 108: https://youtu.be/Jl87c8MCsew

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

06:00 Innovation and Entrepreneurial Mindset

08:25 The Power of Sales and Impact

15:03 Competition, Education, and Excellence

29:01 Transition to Mega Deals

31:30 The Power of Pivoting and Self-Reflection

45:51 The Importance of AI and Sustainability

48:13 Pivoting from a Bad Business Idea

51:09 Confidence, Arrogance, and Success

55:35 Working in Your Energy Zone

58:10 Recognizing Limitations as a Leader

01:01:21 Deal Orchestration, Marketing, and Social Selling in Closing Big Deals

01:21:01 Thorough research and preparation

01:23:07 Building personal brands

01:25:38 The hypocrisy of generic agencies

01:29:12 Going niche and specializing

01:31:14 Involvement in the sales process

01:33:48 Stakeholder mapping and media platform

01:36:15 Scaling with formulas and scalers

01:38:52 The effectiveness of expert-led sales

01:41:02 The role of content and coaching

01:43:48 Creating professional videos

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Christopher Engman is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and large deal advisor in sustainability scale-ups. Christopher spends about 50% of his time on Megadeals, and the rest as an investor and advisor for 16 other companies.

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Summary

In this episode, Sun interviews Christopher Engman, author of MegaDeals and co-founder of Megadeals. They discuss Christopher's childhood, his early entrepreneurial ventures, and his journey to becoming an expert in mega deals. Christopher shares insights on the importance of personal branding, storytelling, and the mindset needed for successful sales. He emphasizes the need for authenticity and a focus on creating impact rather than just closing deals. The conversation also touches on the education system and the importance of continuous learning and self-improvement. The conversation explores the importance of pivoting and self-reflection in entrepreneurship. It emphasizes the four key qualities that contribute to success: being cool about feedback, self-reflecting, having a direction, and being able to pivot. The speakers discuss the value of reflecting on one's mistakes and learning from them. They also touch on the importance of social skills and the impact of technology on interpersonal communication. The conversation delves into the mindset required to raise funds and start a successful business, highlighting the need for confidence, humility, and a willingness to pivot. The speakers also discuss the significance of working in one's energy zone and focusing on areas of strength. In this part of the conversation, Christopher Engman discusses the importance of understanding one's strengths and weaknesses when pursuing entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the need for humility and self-awareness to avoid making the mistake of trying to be someone you're not. Christopher shares his own experience of bankrupting his first company because he tried to excel in all areas instead of focusing on his talents. He also highlights the risk of suffocating others and killing enthusiasm when leaders fail to recognize their own limitations. Additionally, Christopher talks about his journey in the Megadeals space and the importance of deal orchestration, marketing, and social selling in closing big deals. In this conversation, Christopher Engman and Sun discuss effective strategies for acquiring clients and scaling an agency. They emphasize the importance of doing thorough research and being well-prepared before approaching potential clients. They also highlight the value of focusing on a niche market and building personal brands to establish credibility and trust. Christopher shares insights on the different buying logics of companies and the need to tailor the go-to-market strategy accordingly. They discuss the role of content marketing and the importance of delivering valuable insights to clients. Overall, they provide valuable advice for salespeople and agency owners looking to grow their businesses.

Keywords

entrepreneurship, personal branding, storytelling, mega deals, sales, authenticity, impact, education system, pivoting, self-reflection, entrepreneurship, feedback, direction, social skills, technology, mindset, raising funds, confidence, humility, energy zone, strength, entrepreneurship, humility, self-awareness, strengths, weaknesses, failure, leadership, Megadeals, deal orchestration, marketing, social selling, client acquisition, scaling, agency, research, niche market, personal branding, buying logics, content marketing, insights

Takeaways

You don't have to create something super unique to start a successful business. Low innovation ideas can still be profitable.
The best salespeople are genuinely interested in helping their clients and creating impact, rather than just closing deals.
Competition can be healthy and fun, as long as it is self-imposed and not driven by external pressure.
The education system often teaches that 50% correct answers are good enough, but in the real world, excellence is expected.
Having a direction is more important than setting concrete goals, as it allows for flexibility and adaptation. Successful entrepreneurs pivot frequently and are open to feedback and self-reflection.
Reflecting on mistakes and learning from them is crucial for personal growth and improvement.
Social skills are important in a digital age where interpersonal communication is often lacking.
Confidence, humility, and a willingness to pivot are essential for raising funds and starting a successful business.
Working in one's energy zone and focusing on areas of strength can lead to greater happiness and success. Understanding your strengths and weaknesses is crucial for success in entrepreneurship.
Having humility and self-awareness helps avoid the mistake of trying to be someone you're not.
Recognizing your limitations as a leader is important to avoid suffocating others and killing enthusiasm.
Deal orchestration, marketing, and social selling play a significant role in closing big deals. Thorough research and preparation are essential before approaching potential clients.
Focusing on a niche market and building personal brands can establish credibility and trust.
Understanding the different buying logics of companies is crucial for tailoring the go-to-market strategy.
Delivering valuable insights through content marketing can help attract and engage clients.

Adeyemi Adeyosoye: Inner Child Work, Manifestation, And Opening Sexuality Jul 17, 2024

Show notes

Watch Episode 107 Trailer: https://youtu.be/shI6g8EBYR0

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

03:05 Childhood in Nigeria and Upbringing

08:27 Traveling to the United States and Cultural Differences

16:04 Taking Responsibility for Success

22:13 Maturity and Inherent Age in African DNA

25:06 Introversion and Extroversion

27:47 The Gift of Noticing and Observing

29:53 The US: Living in a Bubble

35:08 Finding Opportunities in Germany

36:34 Surrendering and Striving for Excellence

46:07 The Strength and Weakness of American Belief in Oneself

52:29 The Pain and Challenges of Success

57:42 The Importance of Inner Child Work

01:04:18 Manifesting a Better Job

01:11:49 Trusting Life and Giving

01:19:25 Manifesting Financial Success

01:22:15 The Misinterpretation of Manifestation

01:27:37 The Role of Psychedelics and Inner Child Work in Transformation

01:29:01 Believing vs. Knowing: The Power of Personal Experience

01:31:29 Unlocking Core Life Force: The Impact of Opening Sexuality

01:44:12 Exploring the Emotional Differences Between Men and Women

01:45:05 Creating a Safe Space for Men to Heal

01:46:28 The Power of Authenticity in Building Connections

01:53:52 Debunking the Myth of External Achievements

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Adeyemi has spent 11 years exploring the realms of spirituality, quantum physics, plant medicine and energy. With a background in Mechanical Engineering and business, he moved from a successful career to embark on a profound quest for spiritual understanding. His powerful healing journey led him to develop his own energetic formula, to empower both himself and his clients in unlocking their full potential and experiencing radical transformation.

More recently, after hosting 30+ psychedelic experiences with clients, he launched his new membership program, Otherside, a private and invite-only space for accomplished men on their own journey of transformation. Otherside will guide them to unlock and master their spiritual and emotional selves using his own proven and highly effective transformation formula.

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Summary

Adyemi shares his life story, starting from his childhood in Nigeria and his strict upbringing. He discusses his early travels to the United States and the cultural differences he observed. Adyemi talks about the impact of his disciplined upbringing and the pressure to succeed academically. He shares how he separated himself from his peers and took responsibility for his own success. Adyemi also discusses his early introduction to spirituality and his curiosity about the world. He reflects on the maturity of Nigerians and the inherent age encoded in African DNA. Adyemi and Sun discuss their experiences of feeling different from other kids and the gift of noticing and observing the world around them. In this part of the conversation, Adeyemi shares his thoughts on the differences between the US and other countries. He mentions that Americans live in a bubble and are not exposed to different perspectives. He also discusses the inherent belief in oneself that Americans have, which can be both a strength and a weakness. Adeyemi then talks about his decision to move to Germany and his experiences there, including finding a job at Adidas. He emphasizes the importance of doing everything to the highest frequency and surrendering to the flow of life. Sun shares her own experiences of striving for excellence in her work and the fulfillment it brings. They also discuss the pain and challenges that successful entrepreneurs often face in their pursuit of fulfillment. In this conversation, Adeyemi and Sun discuss the concept of manifesting and how it relates to personal growth and success. Adeyemi emphasizes the importance of doing inner child work and resolving past traumas in order to manifest from a place of authenticity. He shares examples of clients who were able to manifest significant financial success after addressing their underlying emotional blocks. Sun expresses her skepticism towards the popularized version of manifesting and highlights the need for discipline and present moment awareness in the manifestation process.

The conversation explores the concept of manifesting and the right and wrong ways to approach it. Adeyemi shares his perspective on the inherent need to manifest and the importance of finding happiness and fulfillment before seeking external manifestations. He emphasizes the need to remove anything that is stopping one from resting where they are and becoming a human being instead of a human doing. Adeyemi also discusses the role of psychedelics, inner child work, and sexual energy in the transformation process. He highlights the difference between believing and knowing, and the impact of opening one's sexuality on personal growth and relationships. The conversation explores the differences between men and women in terms of emotional awareness and the need for healing. It highlights the importance of creating a safe space for men to explore their emotions and let go of control. The conversation also emphasizes the power of authenticity and the impact it can have on building connections. The guest shares his journey of focusing on helping men and the unique challenges and opportunities that come with it. The myth that is debunked is the belief that true power comes from external achievements, when in reality, it comes from being true to oneself.

Keywords

upbringing, discipline, travel, cultural differences, success, spirituality, curiosity, maturity, noticing, US, differences, bubble, exposure, belief in oneself, Germany, job, Adidas, frequency, surrender, excellence, fulfillment, pain, challenges, manifesting, personal growth, success, inner child work, trauma, authenticity, financial success, emotional blocks, discipline, present moment awareness, manifesting, happiness, fulfillment, rest, human being, human doing, psychedelics, inner child work, sexual energy, transformation, believing, knowing, shame, presence, masculine energy, feminine energy, men, women, emotional awareness, healing, safe space, authenticity, connections, power, external achievements

Takeaways

The impact of a strict upbringing and the pressure to succeed academically
The importance of separating oneself from others to find authenticity and success
The gift of noticing and observing the world around you
The maturity and inherent age encoded in African DNA Americans live in a bubble and are not exposed to different perspectives.
Americans have a strong belief in themselves, which can be both a strength and a weakness.
Surrendering to the flow of life and doing everything to the highest frequency can lead to fulfillment.
Successful entrepreneurs often face pain and challenges in their pursuit of fulfillment. Manifesting involves using your thoughts and will to create a reality that doesn't yet exist.
Doing inner child work and resolving past traumas is crucial for manifesting from a place of authenticity.
Manifesting something that is in alignment with your soul's desires leads to faster and more fulfilling results.
The popularized version of manifesting often overlooks the importance of addressing emotional blocks and finding one's authentic frequency.
Manifesting requires discipline, present moment awareness, and a willingness to do the necessary inner work.
Manifesting is often driven by a dissatisfaction with one's current situation, but true power lies in finding happiness and fulfillment in the present moment.
The journey of transformation involves removing barriers to rest and becoming a human being instead of constantly striving and pushing for change.
Psychedelics, inner child work, and opening one's sexuality can be powerful tools in the transformation process.
Believing is different from knowing, and experiencing something firsthand can shift one's perspective from belief to knowledge.
Opening one's sexuality can unlock core life force energy, enhance personal presence, and improve relationships.
Men may have a different journey of transformation due to societal pressures and expectations, but the principles apply to both men and women. Women are often more emotionally adept and aware, while men are often untapped from their emotions.
Men need a safe space to explore their emotions and let go of control in order to heal.
Authenticity is key to building deep connections and creating a meaningful life.
The true power comes from being true to oneself and finding one's passion and purpose.

Lucas O’Keefe: Journey From Elementary School Teacher To Content Creator Jul 10, 2024

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Watch Episode 106 Trailer: https://youtu.be/BJXlSpCGnGE

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Focus on Storytelling

02:30 Childhood and Pursuing Creative Interests

05:23 Parental Support and Encouragement

07:56 Creating Positive Experiences and Building Confidence

10:08 The Joy of Publishing and Sharing Creative Work

14:27 High School Years and Finding Social Comfort

20:24 Working as a Lifeguard and Swimming Instructor

22:53 Building Trust and Creating a Supportive Community

25:37 The Power of Online Communities and Collaboration

29:23 Building Connections with Students for Engagement

38:07 Finding Your Unique Style as a Content Creator

50:14 Passion Project: Teaching through Videos

53:02 Transitioning to Instagram and Lessons Learned

57:43 Monetizing Content and Going Full-Time

01:11:56 Overcoming the Fear of Judgment and Failure

Authentic As F*ck is a podcast all about storytelling. I have conversations with entrepreneurs, and creators, hear their stories, and how these stories shaped the person.

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Lucas, a distinguished Adobe Global Ambassador and a retired elementary school teacher, masterfully blends his passion for creativity and community to inspire and engage an audience of over 350,000 online followers. As a full-time content creator, he draws on his diverse experiences to produce enriching and captivating content to inspire today's creative entrepreneurs.

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Lucas O'Keefe, a distinguished Adobe global ambassador and retired elementary school teacher, shares his life story and journey as a content creator. He discusses his childhood, upbringing, and the support he received from his parents to pursue his interests. Lucas talks about his passion for creativity and how he always wanted to be an author. He also shares his experiences as a lifeguard and swimming instructor, which taught him the importance of building trust and creating a supportive community. Lucas reflects on his high school and university years, where he found his confidence and discovered his love for teaching. Lucas O'Keefe shares his experience as a teacher and content creator. He discusses the collaborative and supportive nature of online communities and the importance of creating engaging and meaningful content for students. Lucas also talks about the challenges and changes in the teaching profession, including the teacher shortage and the impact of COVID-19 on education. He emphasizes the importance of building connections with students and creating a positive learning environment. Lucas shares his journey into content creation and the experimentation he has done to find his unique style. Lucas O'Keefe shares his journey of becoming a full-time content creator and the lessons he learned along the way. He started on YouTube, then moved to TikTok and Instagram, where his account grew rapidly. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to changes in social media platforms and staying ahead of trends. Lucas monetized his content through digital products and brand partnerships. He also discusses the challenges of going full-time and finding a work-life balance. Lucas encourages others to overcome the fear of judgment and failure and to keep trying new things.

Keywords

Lucas O'Keefe, storytelling, life story, childhood, upbringing, creativity, author, teacher, lifeguard, swimming instructor, vulnerability, trust, community, support, engagement group, teaching, content creation, online communities, collaboration, support, teacher shortage, COVID-19, education, student engagement, personal connection, content creation, social media, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, monetization, digital products, brand partnerships, work-life balance, fear of judgment, failure

Takeaways

Parents who support and encourage their children's interests can help them discover their passions.
Building trust and creating a supportive community are essential in helping others overcome vulnerability and fear.
Engaging and connecting with an audience is key to teaching and content creation.
Finding confidence and a sense of belonging can take time, but it is possible with perseverance and self-discovery. Online communities can provide a collaborative and supportive environment for learning and sharing ideas.
Teaching is a challenging profession, with factors such as a teacher shortage and the impact of COVID-19 affecting the education system.
Building connections with students and creating a positive learning environment are crucial for student engagement and success.
Content creators should experiment with different styles and formats to find what resonates with their audience.
Creating engaging and meaningful content is important, whether it's for students in the classroom or online. Adapt to changes in social media platforms and stay ahead of trends.
Monetize your content through digital products and brand partnerships.
Find a work-life balance when transitioning to full-time content creation.
Overcome the fear of judgment and failure and keep trying new things.

Erwin B. Valencia: Your True Calling Will Find You Once You Stop Trying Jul 04, 2024

Show notes

Watch Episode 105 Trailer: https://youtu.be/qSrdq0FPgJA

Watch Full Episode: https://youtu.be/mymCXrdDaDw

Authentic As F*ck is a podcast all about storytelling. I have conversations with entrepreneurs, and creators, hear their stories, and how these stories shaped the person.

So excited to share in Episode 105 of the AAF podcast: Your True Calling Will Find You Once You Stop Trying with Erwin B. Valencia. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship and storytelling.

Dr. Erwin Benedict Valencia is an AWARD-WINNING MULTI-HYPHENATE: High-Performance Coach, Wellness Expert, GRATITUDE Scientist, Mentor, Speaker, 2x Non-Profit Founder, Community Leader, AI Enthusiast, Wellness Tech Advisor, and more.

His most recent post was with the New York Knicks as Director of Training and Conditioning, leading all Medical, Performance, & Wellness initiatives for close to a decade. He initiated the team's mindfulness program alongside legendary coach Phil Jackson, started the 1st-ever in-season daily breathwork program in the NBA, and was the first to collaborate with the meditation app Headspace for it to be used as part of the team's recovery strategies.

His current passions lie with his two non-profits, Grasshopper Project and GRATITUDE GANG, focusing on MENTORSHIP and MENTAL HEALTH respectively.

He is currently on a year-long SABBATICAL, spending more time in the Philippines, rediscovering his roots, giving back, and practicing what he preaches.

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