Episodes

  • Ep 28 Ryan Read: Thrive Specialized Training

    Ep 28 Ryan Read: Thrive Specialized Training
    Apr 29 2022
    - The Fit for Success podcast with Brian Semling  - EP 028 Ryan Read, Owner/Founder– Thrive Specialized Training Ryan Read is the Owner/Founder of Thrive Specialized Training. As a former Professional Basketball player overseas, hard work and fitness have always been in his wheelhouse. After suffering a career-ending injury, he started training close friends and family members to make ends meet. Once he took the leap and moved to Scottsdale, AZ--The mecca of people who value appearance and fitness--Thrive was born. Fast forward to today, Thrive is now an online training subscription app with over 1500 virtual clients. In addition to his growing training business, Ryan created the Ryan Read Fitness product line that houses 10 products including his own original form mat! Additionally, Ryan has over 180k followers on Instagram and over 1 million on TikTok.  Outside of training and running his product business, Ryan co-hosts a top-rated podcast called, WHOA where he openly talks about relationships, fitness, and mental health.    In our conversation, Ryan talked about his experience as a professional basketball player and how a career ending injury led to starting his company. He shared his knowledge and insights on the impact of helping people through his training. We also discussed:   How he turned personal training into a business The importance of having before and after pictures to establish his reputation as a trainer How he turned his training company into an online business What Ryan’s goals are for the next 3-5 years How he fits fitness into his busy schedule   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Ryan: Website: https://www.ryanreadthrive.com/pages/online-training Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanreadthrive/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanreadthrive?lang=en   Connect with Brian: Website: https://rovuxfootwear.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rovuxfootwear Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rovuxfootwear Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfddhFANIxJ5_2uBiR1w8A Email: brian@blitzinnovation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Ep 27 Anthony Gruppo: You are More Ready Than you Think

    Ep 27 Anthony Gruppo: You are More Ready Than you Think
    Apr 26 2022
    - The Fit for Success podcast with Brian Semling - EP 027 Anthony Gruppo– international CEO and author Anthony is currently the CEO of Marsh Commercial; the author of six books, journals, and a blog; and is a sought after public speaker. In his numerous published creations, he focuses on personal and organizational development. Anthony developed an effective proprietary strategic model “Six Degrees of Impact” which he presents to international corporations. His model successfully helps colleagues and companies achieve and surpass their goals. As the creator and host of his podcast, The Roots of Leadership, Anthony provides a unique platform for his listeners to learn from his and other leaders innovations and motivations. Internationally, Anthony has successfully turned around under performing operating companies into high achieving award winning enterprises. Anthony‘s mission is to help others weld their passion to their potential, to increase their performance.   In our conversation, Anthony talked about his experience working as a CEO. He shared his knowledge and insights on how you can improve your company. We also discussed:   The six impact zones you can apply to your everyday life and career The negative effects of a CEO not communicating with their employees Why pressure is a privilege The dynamic of underachievers and overachievers in the workplace Why you are more ready than you think   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Anthony: Podcast: http://www.therootsofleadership.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anthonycgruppo   Connect with Brian: Website: https://rovuxfootwear.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rovuxfootwear Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rovuxfootwear Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfddhFANIxJ5_2uBiR1w8A Email: brian@blitzinnovation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Ep 26 Brock McGoff: The Modest Man

    Ep 26 Brock McGoff: The Modest Man
    Apr 22 2022
    - The Fit for Success podcast with Brian Semling  - EP 026 Brock McGoff, Founder– The Modest Man I spent years learning about online marketing while jumping in and out of the 9-to-5 grind, and now I make a living online. Currently, I run a small portfolio of digital properties in the men's lifestyle niche. Each month, these properties reach over 1 million people and generate $50k+ revenue. When I'm not working, I'm spending time with my wife and daughter, powerlifting or listening to a podcast.   In our conversation, Brock talked about his experience working with online marketing. He shared his knowledge and insights on ad revenue and sponsorships. We also discussed:   The challenges of SEO How Brock utilizes social media to grow his brand Why web traffic is more valuable than video traffic How to incorporate fitness with a family What Brock would tell someone starting to create online content   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Brock: Websites: https://www.themodestman.com/ https://theslenderwrist.com/ https://www.manored.com/ https://fulltimeblog.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brockmcgoff/ https://www.instagram.com/modestmanstyle/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClbfoD1o7sV0VxErpxTCpyw   Connect with Brian: Website: https://rovuxfootwear.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rovuxfootwear Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rovuxfootwear Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfddhFANIxJ5_2uBiR1w8A Email: brian@blitzinnovation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • Ep 25 Enrique Delgadillo: How to Tap Into Your 5D Consciousness

    Ep 25 Enrique Delgadillo: How to Tap Into Your 5D Consciousness
    Apr 19 2022
    - The Fit for Success podcast with Brian Semling - EP 025 Enrique Delgadillo- Motivational speaker Enrique has been teaching powerful lessons on emotional and financial freedom for over 10 years, during which time he has helped millions of leading entrepreneurs globally tap into their 5D consciousness to connect with their higher self, their passion, and their life's true purpose. From there, deep love and fulfilment and boundless wealth both follow naturally.  His talent for transforming high achievers into enlightened changemakers whose lives brim with passion, prosperity, and purpose is what has earned him his celebrity in the Spanish speaking world, and has made him a coveted mentor to English and Spanish speakers alike.   In our conversation, Enrique talked about his experience working in a job he wasn’t happy with and how that led him to become who he is today. He shared his knowledge and insights on how social media can help grow your personal brand. We also discussed:   How he developed his passion for personal development His experience posting on YouTube before influencers started using YouTube What tapping into your 5D consciousness means How he has changed so many people’s lives through his coaching How he balances living a healthy lifestyle with a busy schedule   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Enrique: Website: https://go.enriquedelgadillo.com/home Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kikedelgadillo/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/viveincreibleintl YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-hjRfCoajsJvMKeSGVtDwA   Connect with Brian: Website: https://rovuxfootwear.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rovuxfootwear Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rovuxfootwear Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfddhFANIxJ5_2uBiR1w8A Email: brian@blitzinnovation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Ep 24 Sidney Swift: DEFIENT

    Ep 24 Sidney Swift: DEFIENT
    Apr 15 2022
    - The Fit for Success podcast with Brian Semling   - EP 024 Sidney Swift, Co-Founder– DEFIENT   ''Sidney Swift'' is an American entrepreneur & Grammy award nominated Record producer. He cofounded intellectual property and creative development studio - Defi Entertainment. DEFIENT develops virtual influencers, NFTs, songwriters, producers, campaigns and shows. Currently, he is founder and CEO of Auggy Inc., a web3 technology startup specializing in metaverse accessibility for brands, artists, and influencers through next-gen media and enhanced content experiences. He is also founder of CHILL RX, an NFT project, that recently sold out 9,999 NFTs.  Swift has written and/or produced songs performed by Nicki Minaj, Panic! At The Disco, Lil Wayne, Beyoncé, Big Sean, Future, Nelly, and more. He contributed to Billboard hits such as Beyoncé's “7/11”, Jason Derulo's "Don't Wanna Go Home”, Gucci Mane’s “Make Love, and Nicki Minaj’s “Changed It”.   In our conversation, Sidney talked about his experience working with technology and how there are changes to come with it. He shared his knowledge and insights on the different types of people and what their viewpoint are with crypto. We also discussed:   His experience in the music industry and the tech world How the pandemic escalated his business The future of his business The importance of educating yourself about crypto Advice for business owners   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Sidney: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidneyswift/ CHILLPILL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamchillpill/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sidneyswift   Connect with Brian: Website: https://rovuxfootwear.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rovuxfootwear Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rovuxfootwear Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfddhFANIxJ5_2uBiR1w8A Email: brian@blitzinnovation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • Ep 23 Rebecca Rogers: Teacher to influencer

    Ep 23 Rebecca Rogers: Teacher to influencer
    Apr 12 2022
    - The Fit for Success podcast with Brian Semling  - EP 023 Rebecca Rogers, Influencer– 2.2 million followers on TikTok Rebecca Rogers is a high school social studies teacher turned influencer and podcaster. She started her social media platforms as a way to make her students laugh during virtual learning. Just one year later she is reaching over 3Million people across platforms. She continues to enjoy making people laugh, but has since started advocating for teachers, raising awareness of the abuse they endure on a daily basis.   In our conversation, Rebecca talked about her experience working as a teacher. She shared her knowledge and insights on why so many teachers are leaving their teaching careers. We also discussed:   How the pandemic led her to joining TikTok and growing her following How her TikTok account helped students engage in class Life as a teacher versus life as an influencer Why she made the decision to leave teaching Her plans for expanding her brand   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Rebecca: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rrogersworld Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rrogersworld/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rrogersworld/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCqseWqrl7r-hNoWme7hIfTw     Connect with Brian: Website: https://rovuxfootwear.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rovuxfootwear Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rovuxfootwear Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfddhFANIxJ5_2uBiR1w8A Email: brian@blitzinnovation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Ep 22 Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo: Get out of the red zone

    Ep 22 Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo: Get out of the red zone
    Apr 8 2022
    - The Fit for Success podcast with Brian Semling - EP 022 Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo, Licensed Practicing psychologist   Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D. is a Licensed Practicing Psychologist with an MS in Physical Therapy and a Ph.D. in psychology who combines research findings, real-life stories, and humor to provide actionable tips that individuals can benefit from immediately. Considered Shaquille O’Neal’s “Head coach for Happiness,” Lombardo is on a mission to free people from the stress of perfectionism caused by their own inner critics. She is considered the country's most widely interviewed celebrity psychologist, with hundreds of radio and TV appearances on shows like Dr. Oz, The TODAY Show, Steve Harvey, CNN, Fox Business News, and others, and she has been quoted in media outlets including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Money Magazine, Forbes, Women’s Health, and Cosmopolitan. Her own articles can frequently be found in SUCCESS, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Better Homes & Gardens, and other publications. Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo has the best tips in her new book "GET OUT OF THE RED ZONE". It is the book you need to help and guide you to destress and focus on things that will make you truly successful. The "GET OUT OF THE RED ZONE" book has everything you need and more to have the right frame of mind to overcome all of life's challenges   In our conversation, Elizabeth talked about her experience as a clinical psychologist. She shared her knowledge and insights on how simple concepts can be applied to our everyday lives to transform our mental health. We also discussed:   The effects of imposter syndrome in entrepreneurs Her book “GET OUT OF THE RED ZONE” How to get out of the red zone How to stay in the green zone Why the normalization of mental health issues is a great thing to help people feel comfortable about their mental health issues   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Elizabeth: Website: https://www.elizabethlombardo.com Instagram: @drelombardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.Elizabeth.Lombardo Twitter: @DrELombardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElizabethLombardo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drelizabethlombardo/   Connect with Brian: Website: https://rovuxfootwear.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rovuxfootwear Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rovuxfootwear Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfddhFANIxJ5_2uBiR1w8A Email: brian@blitzinnovation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Ep 021 Jaden Rae: The founder of steamy kitchen

    Ep 021 Jaden Rae: The founder of steamy kitchen
    Apr 5 2022
    - The Fit for Success podcast with Brian Semling - EP 021 Jaden Rae, Founder– Steamy Kitchen Jaden Rae is the founder of Steamy Kitchen, a site dedicated to mindful living and food-based wellness. She has authored two best-selling cookbooks and is currently writing a book on microdosing psychedelics. Her 17-year old site receives 8 million pageviews from over 500K unique visitors each month. She’s also a regular contributor on The List and Daytime television shows.   In our conversation, Jaden talked about her experience blogging. She shared her knowledge and insights on how microdosing psychedelics has changed her life. We also discussed:   The effects of implementing the four hour work week Why she decided to turn away from social media and turn to blogging when growing her business How she prepped for live television gigs Her two best selling cookbooks and her upcoming cookbook Where she sees herself in ten years   Enjoy the show!   Connect with Jaden: Website: https://steamykitchen.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/steamykitchen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steamykitchen   Connect with Brian: Website: https://rovuxfootwear.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rovuxfootwear Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rovuxfootwear Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfddhFANIxJ5_2uBiR1w8A Email: brian@blitzinnovation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins