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Sixcess Stories

Sixcess Stories

Written by: SIX° Connections
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Our journey started with a crazy idea as a newly married couple: Let's sell everything we own that doesn't fit into our two cars, move across the country during the middle of a global pandemic to a city where we don't know anyone and use our life savings to purchase a business where the business is knowing people... If being in the community building business has taught us anything, it's that the relationships and connections we make along the way aren't just a byproduct of success, they are the success. Sixcess Stories, hosted by Kristina Gent and Eric Ozarowski, is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. At SIX° Connections, we believe that conscious, caring leaders are a catalyst for connecting humanity. If success is traditionally defined as the attainment of fame, wealth, or social status, then "sixcess" is something entirely different — it's measured by the depth and quality of relationships in our lives that make everything else possible. Wherever you are on your own journey with success, we hope these conversations challenge how you think about the importance of developing meaningful relationships and inspire you to connect more intentionally. Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away. Sixcess Stories is produced by SIX° Connections, a purpose and values-driven business community dedicated to fostering deep, meaningful relationships among passionate professionals.Copyright 2026 SIX° Connections Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Learning As You Build with Haley Kopp | EP 35
    Jan 20 2026

    In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Haley Kopp to talk about the role music plays in her life, navigating career pivots, and learning to trust yourself as a business owner.

    Haley Kopp is a Partner at Yohanan Law in San Diego and serves as the Head of M&A and ECVC, where she supports startups and small businesses through growth, financing, and acquisition. Haley brings a problem-solving mindset to her legal practice and is passionate about helping founders turn ideas into reality and build businesses that last.

    Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life.

    Timestamps:

    [00:01:28] Seeing Paul McCartney Live

    [00:05:33] Check in: Things to Look Forward to

    [00:10:35] From Engineering to Nursing to Law

    [00:16:16] Law School & Learning a New Brain

    [00:20:26] Choosing Business Law Over Litigation

    [00:23:45] Why Transactional Law Fit Her Personality

    [00:27:45] Becoming Partners Without Meeting in Person

    [00:34:45] Firm Vision, Growth & Building Systems

    [00:37:40] The Anxiety Behind Progress

    [00:47:00] Jumping In Blind & Building Trust

    [00:51:14] Success Beyond the Paycheck

    [00:54:13] The Beatles Deep Dive

    [01:12:09] Who’s Telling the Story?

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    [01:28:50] Deep Dive

    [01:32:14] Empathy: Feeling vs. Understanding

    Connect with the SIX° Community:

    Website

    LinkedIn

    Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention.

    New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

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    1 hr and 45 mins
  • Living Unapologetically with Robert Allison | EP 34
    Jan 13 2026

    In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Robert Allison to talk about living unapologetically, embracing personal growth, and letting go of judgment to create a more fulfilling life.

    Robert Allison is an Associate Attorney at Naimish & Lewis, APC, specializing in family law. He is known for his client-centered approach, providing effective one-on-one counsel through clear communication and strategic guidance. He brings a passion to helping clients navigate complex family matters with confidence.

    Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life.

    Timestamps:

    [00:06:42] Check-In: What Song Gets You Hyped Up?

    [00:14:45] Connecting Through Music

    [00:18:19] If It Makes You Happy, Who Cares?

    [00:23:44] Curiosity vs Judgement

    [00:28:43] Learning What Keeps You Grounded

    [00:37:04] Awareness, Accountability, and Doing the Work

    [00:43:49] Taking Ownership of Your Emotions

    [00:55:09] The Path to Family Law

    [00:57:41] Creating Healthy Work-Life Boundaries

    [01:05:47] Why Shared Experiences Matter

    [01:10:23] Sunrises vs Sunsets

    [01:13:22] Letting Go of Keeping Up

    [01:18:19] Why Do We Lie to Feel Included?

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    [01:28:42] Deep Dive

    [01:31:34] Wayne Dyer’s Orange Analogy

    Connect with the SIX° Community:

    Website

    LinkedIn

    Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention.

    New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

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    1 hr and 44 mins
  • Learning Yourself Through Leadership with John Allen | EP 33
    Jan 6 2026

    In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with John Allen to talk about hard-earned lessons, self-awareness in leadership, and what it means to realign your career after setbacks.

    John Allen is a Mortgage Loan Originator at Cornerstone First Mortgage with over 20 years of industry experience. He specializes in working with first-time homebuyers, real estate investors, and self-employed borrowers, offering strategic, personalized lending solutions. John brings a consultative approach to helping clients navigate complex financial decisions.

    Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life.

    Timestamps:

    [00:06:08] Check in: Year-End Reflection

    [00:12:28] Growing Up: Moving Often & Early Work Ethic

    [00:17:02] Compromise in Marriage

    [00:20:06] Empathy Through Shared Experiences

    [00:24:10] Holding Onto Childhood Magic

    [00:29:27] From Psychology to Mortgage Lending

    [00:34:00] The Challenge of Managing Others

    [00:36:40] Inside the 2008 Financial Crisis

    [00:40:20] Taking the Leap Into Business Ownership

    [00:44:57] Networking & Relationship Overlap

    [00:49:48] Entrepreneurship as Therapy & Self-Discovery

    [00:56:50] Relationships First, Business Second

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    [01:18:00] Deep Dive

    [01:21:00] From Operator to Coach

    Connect with the SIX° Community:

    Website

    LinkedIn

    Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention.

    New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

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    1 hr and 41 mins
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