In this episode, Dr. John A. King shares his incredible journey from international speaker and entrepreneur to rebuilding his life after overcoming complex PTSD, childhood trauma, and business setbacks.

Dr. King discusses how personal growth, incremental change, and staying grounded in the present are essential for thriving through business and personal challenges, even after devastating setbacks like bankruptcy or lost opportunities.

Gain insights on how to reframe traumatic experiences, leverage them as sources of strength, and approach leadership with authenticity. Learn about the power of daily rituals, the 3x5 challenge for resetting your mindset, and strategies to achieve realignment in business or life when facing failure, burnout, or crisis. Dr. King also shares how he started a nonprofit, became a voice for survivors, and condensed 15 years of recovery into programs to help others achieve mental clarity and professional fulfillment.

Whether you’re navigating a business failure, struggling with your past, or seeking sustainable strategies for growth and well-being, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways that can help propel you and your business forward.

Connect with Dr. John A. King: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjohnaking/

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In this episode, we dive deep with Tami Reiss, CEO of The Leader Within, as she shares her real-life journey from product management executive to thriving entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and executive coach. If you're an entrepreneur, small business owner, or start-up founder searching for actionable business growth strategies, this conversation is packed with honest lessons. Tami talks candidly about facing uncertainty, building her coaching business during the pandemic, and how she shifted into leading impactful workshops and keynotes for businesses around the world.

You’ll hear Tami discuss topics that every founder can relate to: finding fulfillment in work, overcoming fear of change, balancing career ambitions with family, and how to identify the right opportunities at any stage. She shares the difference between delegating and deputizing, and why scaling effective leadership depends on developing middle managers and teaching influence skills.

Perfect for founders and leaders ready for honest, actionable advice, Tami’s story is full of takeaways you can use to move your business forward and find more purpose in your daily work. If you want to hear how real entrepreneurs take bold steps, adapt, and grow, this episode is for you.

Connect with Tami: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamireiss/

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#leadership #careerchange #inspiration #entrepreneurship #techindustry #coach

In this episode of Beyond Fulfillment Podcast, Dave sits down with Jon Ostenson, a recognized leader in the franchise consulting world and the founder of FranBridge Consulting. If you're an entrepreneur, small business owner, or startup founder curious about alternataive paths to growth, this conversation reveals actionable insights on how franchising can fit into your business journey, even outside of fast food.

Jon shares his personal story: from a successful corporate career at Carter’s and Accenture to leading Shelf Genie as president, and ultimately building multiple franchise ventures. You’ll hear Jon's candid thoughts on why non-food franchises can be a smart choice, real stories of both franchise wins and mistakes, and practical advice for those considering stepping into franchise ownership.

Topics covered include choosing the right franchise, scaling with the right team, managing operations semi-passively, and the essential mindset for franchise success. Whether you're wondering about funding, industry selection, or how to avoid common business pitfalls, Jon breaks it all down with examples from his own career and consulting practice. If you're thinking about next steps in your entrepreneurial journey, this episode is packed with strategies and inspiration you can use right away.

Download Jon's book or connect with him through the links below!

https://franbridgeconsulting.com/#contact

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