Howdy, fellow podcast junkies! Whether you're already hooked like me or thinking about starting your own show, this episode is a must-listen! Let's dive into my top 10 benefits of podcasting!  First and foremost, podcasting is an amazing way to serve others. By sharing your knowledge and experiences, you can provide valuable information and entertainment to your listeners. It's a platform where you can truly make a positive impact on people's lives.  One of the greatest perks of podcasting...

Jon Beebe returns to the pod to share a recent adventure & challenge that had been a goal of his for a very long time. He made a one-day round trip to Disney World from his home in PA. That’s right, he flew from Philly to Orlando, visited all 4 Disney World parks, and returned home in less than 24 hours! On his park-hopping sprint he carried a limited supply of Disney gift cards and blessed park guests throughout the day. The challenge was an effort to spotlight Jon getting back into the...

Leo Treadwell is the founder of 'I am the Matrix' and the inventor of Autobiographical Feedback, an Organic Intelligence Language Model.  He has had the honor and privilege of serving an extremely diverse number of individuals and organizations including Jane Goodall, Nelson Mandela, the United States Navy Junior ROTC Leadership Academy to name a few… Leo is committed to creating a world that represents the best of what it means to be human. Topics Include: Organic Intelligence Language...

As a proud Girl Dad on National Daughters Day I thought it was fitting to replay this episode of Dad Space, when I was interviewed by Dave Campbell!   During the interview, I discuss: The Joys of Being a Dad My Strong Relationship With My Daughter Advice for First Time Dads Being a Single Dad How Our Children All “Pop” at Different Times How to Involve Our Kids Into Our Activities The Strength in Community Lessons I Learned From My Dad What I LOVE About Podcasting   Dave and I...

When I first started my business, I followed the "ready, fire, aim" approach which caused much more harm than good. While taking action is critical, being strategic before launching would have saved me time, money, and headaches. If I could do it again, I would have treated starting a business more like baking a cake - following the precise recipe and steps in the correct order. I made many mistakes by winging it instead of aiming first. My goal now is to help others avoid those pitfalls so...

I’m thrilled to welcome Sharon Tasman, founder of HTBiz Law to the show! With over 30 years of experience, Sharon is a powerhouse business and tech attorney dedicated to serving solo and small business owners. At HTBiz Law, Sharon brings the expertise of a global firm with the personal touch of a boutique practice. She's passionate about empowering women, BIPOC, and underserved entrepreneurs by providing accessible, non-intimidating legal services. Sharon has a cumulative deal portfolio of...

Paul Hutchinson is an Executive Producer of the box-office hit Sound of Freedom that has surpassed over $180 Million in ticket sales within its first month. He played a key role in the undercover rescue mission portrayed in the film. Since that time he has led over 70 undercover rescue missions in 15 countries. He is the founder of The Child Liberation Foundation and has dedicated countless hours and donations to making an impact in the fight against child trafficking…he has countless...

CHEERS TO 200 EPISODES of Mike’D Up! Thank YOU for being on this amazing journey with me! Each week for the past 200 consecutive mondays I have released a new episode of the show and it’s crazy to say that, until today, I haven’t shared my FULL story yet. It’s been my focus to interview and highlight my amazing guests who have been gracious with their time and inspirational stories…and they’ve inspired me MORE than they likely realize! I’m grateful for every guest that’s been on so far. In...

Del Reid returns to the show in time to kick off the Buffalo Bills season and share exciting news about the growth of 26 Shirts, a do-good apparel company based in Buffalo, NY. To date they have raised over 1.8M dollars for heart-centered causes in the Western New York community. Del, a die-hard Bills fan, takes on Bills Trivia, Buffalo Themed Rapid Fire Questions, AND he shares the backstory of how he unintentionally created the #BillsMafia movement, which eventually led to the creation of...

Are you tired of feeling like you were destined for greatness but struggle to get out of your own way? Jake Kauffman joins the show to help YOU navigate those frustrating self-imposed roadblocks. He's an International Men's Transformation Coach & Spiritual Mentor, and he's got the skills to help purpose-driven men and entrepreneurs reach their full potential in every aspect of their lives.   Connect with Jake: Website Instagram Facebook Let Love In (Book)   Connect with Mike:...

This week Mike welcomes Robin Dreeke back to the show to continue the declassified convo about Robin's life and experiences in the FBI and how he is using that knowledge to help others. Robin is an Executive Coach, Best-Selling Author, Professional Speaker, Podcast Host, former Marine Corps Officer, and retired FBI Special Agent. During his time with the agency Robin served as Chief of the Counter intelligence Behavioral Analysis Program working to secure Russian assets for the agency and...

Rick Warner is a personal development coach, mentor, and highly respected real estate broker based in California. His story is one of triumph over adversity. At 20 years old, he found himself homeless and addicted to drugs but with the help of a supportive community, he was able to turn his life around. Now, over 30 years later, he remains committed to two things: personal growth and helping others achieve success!   Connect with Rick: FloCademy.com Instagram LinkedIn   Connect with...

In this episode, I’m joined by Connor Steinbrook, who built one of the largest real estate organizations in North America called the Wolfpack Organization through eXp Realty. They're the fastest growing real estate brokerage in North American HISTORY! Connor has expanded into multiple industries, including insurance, network marketing, small business, digital marketing, and consulting. He's joining us today because he wants to help entrepreneurs launch, scale, and grow large teams,...

After seeing the Sound of Freedom, I was inspired to create this episode and shed light on an important topic that needs more awareness - human trafficking and especially child sex trafficking and exploitation. It's important that we no longer avoid these uncomfortable conversations so we can become educated and take action to help those in need. This has been dismissed for too long…there are 1.2 million CHILDREN trafficked each year…we can no longer sit silently and allow this to be buried...

Roger Martin is the CEO of ThriveMore Brands, RockBox Fitness, and beem™ Light Sauna. He’s owned and operated multiple RockBox studios and currently owns the flagship beem™ Light Sauna studio in uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. He is also the host of the brand new podcast, ThriveMore with Roger Martin! His mission is to help you live your best life in every aspect possible: financially, physically, and mentally. His lineup of industry experts will be sharing cutting-edge information, so...

Clara Capano joins the show to reach and help Mompreneurs & Dadpreneurs increase their FOCUS and PRODUCTIVITY so they can achieve success without guilt, overwhelm and burnout! We cover a lot of ground in this convo, from the inspiration behind her courses, to detailed and strategic advice for young entrepreneurs. Clara also shares the difference between progress and perfection, the key traits of a Great CEO, how to achieve harmony in your schedule and the importance of stacking small...

This week I have the pleasure of interviewing Christopher Michael, a visionary coach who has been igniting self-discovery & empowering individuals for over 20 years! Christopher's background as a talented hairstylist has allowed him to build strong personal connections with his clients. This connection led him to discover his true calling– helping others tap into their own inner power. Christopher believes that LANGUAGE is a powerful tool that not only describes our experiences but...

Mike welcomes his friend and mastermind colleague Dave Seligsohn to the show for an encouraging chat about service and the power of a positive corporate culture. Dave is a multi-disciplined ‘C’ level leader who thrives in turnaround situations, new business startups and helping under-performing teams in worldwide environments get back on the right track. He’s a highly effective and focused executive who has successfully led diverse groups in Direct Sales, Partnerships, Business Development,...

Justin Schenck joins Mike for a powerful conversation on the lessons he learned from adversity and failure, as well as insights from key mentors, coaches, cheerleaders, supporters, and critics. Any entrepreneur or creator who feels like they have hit a brick wall will be reignited by Justin’s story. Justin Schenck is an entrepreneur, speaker and the host of the top rated podcast The Growth Now Movement. He has been named a Top 8 Podcaster to follow by INC Magazine, featured in Thrive Global...

Over the last 38 weeks John Cerasani has built and launched his personal brand, starting with his podcast "2000 Percent Raise", writing a book and taking social media by storm. What truly sets him apart is that he didn't just have great intentions - he put in the work, learned what he needed to know, and partnered with the right people to make it happen. The results speak for themselves - his podcast is now in the top 1.5 percent most downloaded shows on the planet! John is a rockstar...

Carla is on a mission to ignite possibility and equip you with the mindset and toolset to create meaningful, productive, and fulfilling lives! By applying these tools over the past 2 decades, Carla has innovated and created a fulfilling life of her own, including a whole, loving, growing, thriving marriage of 20+ years. She’s raised two kind, independent, resilient young men; she found her love for journaling, and launched her first company, Sanity Journals, in 2005. In this episode of...

This week we take a deep dive with serial entrepreneur, fitness specialist, and plant-based food pioneer, Howard "Howie" Panes! He shares his passion for healthy living, plant-based foods for kids, fitness, and building a scalable business. Howie is the co-founder of Mighty Yum, a plant-based substitute for Lunchables that provides kids with healthy, quick, and tasty meals. His mission is to curate ingredients with such great flavors that you wouldn't even believe it's plant-based. (I...

This week Mike welcomes Shawn Moore to #mikedup for an inspirational and informative conversation about the risks and rewards of real estate investing and the explosion of vacation rental properties. Shawn is an active real estate investor, the host of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, and the founder of Vodyssey.com, the #1 Vacation Rental Investing Education company in the world! Shawn has one goal in mind: to cut through all the noise and help you find success in acquiring, managing,...

This week Mike is excited to welcome Travis Steffen to #mikedup for an awesome conversation about entrepreneurship and growing your business. Travis is a serial entrepreneur with 8 successful exits to date across a variety of industries. He's gotten companies onto the Inc 500, is a published business author, and has written for or been featured in many of the top business publications on earth. Travis is also a doctoral candidate in marketing, and serves as a growth mentor for Silicon...

This week Mike welcomes his friend of over 25 years Jon Beebe to the show for a reflective and inspirational look at how transitioning into a full-time entrepreneur after 14 years in ministry has changed his mindset but not his mission. Jon is a husband, father of three girls, traveler, and entrepreneur with a passion for living and working in ways that allow him to engage more with those he loves and the things he loves. Jon and his wife Lauren founded Beebe's Bargains, an online affiliate...