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Take The Power Back

The Take The Power Back Podcast is where ambitious students, founders, and future leaders bypass outdated career systems and go straight to the source. Hear from entrepreneurs, sales leaders, and innovators who share unfiltered stories about building careers, launching ventures, and shaping their futures on their own terms. No gatekeepers. No red tape. Just real conversations that help you take back control of your path and build future you aspire. Skip the gatekeepers. Take The Power Back brings

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45:17

Why Crazy Business Ideas Make Millions (And Safe...

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2026/04/25

Take The Power Back - Episode #22Most people wait until their idea is perfect, which is why their idea never gets made. Today I called Kyle Scheele, and we broke down how one of his “bad” videos posted to just 17 followers turned into 68+ million views, and completely changed his life. This isn’t about luck, it’s about how creativity actually works, and why most people never give their ideas a chance. If you’re a student, creator, or entrepreneur trying to figure out your next move, this

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47:23

From Solo Sales Agent To CEO | What Qualities Make A...

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2026/04/19

Take The Power Back - Episode #21 Most people want success, but very few are willing to push through the hard times in order to get there. In this episode, I sat down with Chase Gruening, who shared his journey from starting as a solo sales agent knocking on doors to building a growing business through recruitment, leadership, and discipline. We break down what qualities someone needs to push past mediocrity, like a competitive mindset, and a drive to build from the ground up, showing how

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51:13

From Success To Nothing To Success Again | How He...

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2026/04/12

Take The Power Back - Episode #20 It’s one thing to achieve success coming from nothing, it’s another thing to do it twice over. This episode of Take The Power Back features Ricky Carruth, a real estate entrepreneur, investor, and content creator, sharing his journey from manual labor to becoming a top-producing agent and eventually building a massive personal brand through social media. He shares how he went from making millions in real estate to losing everything during the 2008 crash. This

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43:35

From High School Coach to High-Level Entrepreneur |...

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2026/04/04

Take The Power Back - Episode #19Most people think they can change their life by reading the right book. Real success isn’t that simple. In this episode, I sat down with Coach Micheal Burt, where he shares his journey from a young athlete and coach to a high-level business coach and entrepreneur. We break down the real difference between information and transformation, and why mentorship, environment, and execution are what actually change your life. Coach Micheal

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66:59

From No Plan To Success | How She Fixed Her Mindset

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2026/03/29

Take The Power Back - Episode #18Most people want a clear plan for their career, but what happens if you don’t have one? In this episode, I interviewed Carolyn Nolan, a financial advisor and entrepreneur who shared her journey from an uncertain college graduate, to building a successful wealth management firm and leadership platform. Starting in a commission-only, high-failure environment, she nearly didn’t make it. Her persistence, curiosity, and willingness to outwork everyone around her

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From Poverty to a $1 BILLION Firm | Rob Luna’s Untold...

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2026/03/21

Take The Power Back - Episode #17Most people are looking for success overnight. What they aren’t ready for, is how much time and effort it actually takes to see growth. Today, I sat down with entrepreneur and wealth strategist Rob Luna, who shares his journey from extreme poverty to building and selling a nearly $1 billion wealth management firm. Rob’s story reinforces the idea that financial success rarely happens overnight, and instead comes from years of disciplined effort, strategic

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53:46

From Serbia to Manhattan: How He Built Up From Nothing

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2026/03/09

Take The Power Back - Episode #16Most people want success, but very few are willing to take the necessary steps in order to get there. In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sat down with Marko Arsic, a top NYC luxury realtor who crossed $300M in transactions this year alone and has surpassed 1 BILLION in career sales. Born into instability and financial hardship, Marko overcame every hardship the world had thrown at him. Through his hard work in building connections and clientele, he has

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54:58

How To Build A Winning Team From Nothing

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2026/03/07

Take The Power Back - Episode #15Most young professionals don’t fail because they aren’t good enough, they fail because they don’t care enough. This episode of Take The Power Back features Daniel “Raps” Huffman, Regional Vice President of Georgia Financial Advisors (GFA), sharing his journey from an immature college frat star to a high-level executive leading nearly 80 advisors across Atlanta and Savannah. Much of his personal development came from choosing uncomfortable growth over easy

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58:43

She Paid Off $100K In Debt: Here’s The Mindset That...

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2026/02/20

Take The Power Back - Episode #14There’s a narrative being pushed onto young people today. “Play it safe, follow the system, and hope everything works out”. That’s not how leaders are built. In this conversation, Jason sits down with investment specialist Emily Richard to break down the mindset and discipline required to take ownership of your future. From paying off nearly $100,000 in student debt to stepping into a high-pressure finance career, her story highlights what happens when you invest in

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68:21

Your Comfort Is Costing You Big | Why Most People...

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2026/02/09

Take The Power Back - Episode #13Most people don’t fail because they aren’t capable, they fail because they choose comfort over growth. By focusing on what’s important, you learn how to tap into your true potential. In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sat down with Andrew Nigrelli to unpack what it really means to be an entrepreneur. From early career pressure and “safe” financial success to reinvention, this conversation exposes the difference between building a lifestyle practice and

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65:24

Why Most People Fail | They're Listening to the Wrong...

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2026/02/06

Take The Power Back - Episode #12Most people don’t fail because they’re incapable, they fail because they’re listening to the wrong advice. In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sat down with Tommy Nickerson to break down what actually separates people who rise into leadership from those who burn out. We unpack the difference between trust and loyalty, why most advice is based on emotions instead of outcomes, and why you should never make life decisions when you’re frustrated. Tommy Nickerson:

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67:51

From Washing Dishes To Restaurant Proprietors | Young...

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2026/01/30

Take The Power Back - Episode #11Too many young professionals are being sold a version of success that keeps them comfortable. What they don’t realize is that their idea of safety is doing the exact opposite. In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sat down with entrepreneur George Zeppos to break down what it actually takes to build unstoppable leadership. From washing dishes on opening night, to building and scaling multiple businesses, this conversation exposes the truth. Chapters: 0:00:00 -

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69:00

Most Young Professionals Fail Because Of This

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2026/01/22

Take The Power Back - Episode #10Most people don’t fail because they aren’t talented, they fail because they adopt a victim mentality. In this episode I sit down with Steve Schmitt, a successful financial advisor and entrepreneur, to break down why most young professionals fail. We explore the complications of earning six figures early in life, what it takes to be a successful financial leader, and why "victim mentality" is killing Gen Z's careers. Steve Schmitt-

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77:33

Corporate America Doesn't Reward Hard Work | Here's Why

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2026/01/16

Take The Power Back - Episode #9Most people think career success comes down to how much effort you put in, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. In the end, corporate America will never reward your hard work. In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sat down with Mike Vietri, Chief Distribution Officer at Amerilife, to break down what it actually takes to succeed as a leader inside large organizations, and why so many high performers somehow end up fumbling their careers. Mike Vietri -

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54:24

From Intern to Senior Director | The Real Cost of...

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2026/01/09

Take The Power Back - Episode #8Most beginners chase comfort, but experienced, high performers chase growth. In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sat down with Victoria Raps, Senior Director of Operations at Florida Financial Advisors. We broke down what real career growth actually looks like, and why the “safe path” so many Gen Z professionals are sold is quietly holding them back. Victoria Raps: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-pena-raps/ Take The Power Back from the

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56:56

What Gen Z Gets Wrong About Success | Why Talented...

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2025/12/29

Take The Power Back - Episode #8Most people don’t fail because they aren’t talented, they fail because their expectations are wrong. In this episode I sit down with wealth advisor and entrepreneur Chandler Durham to break down what actually separates the people who succeed from those who quit early. From building a career in financial services, to turning a practice into a business, this conversation is a masterclass for Gen Z and young professionals who want more than a “safe” career. Chandler

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66:43

The Green Beret Who Couldn't Accept A Normal...

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2025/12/23

Take The Power Back - Episode #6In this episode of Take The Power Back, I sat down with former Green Beret and entrepreneur Patrick Laughlin to break down what elite performance really looks like in the military, in business, and in life. Patrick shares what it actually takes to survive Special Forces selection, why most people fail long before they hit their physical limits, and how those same principles apply directly to entrepreneurship. Patrick Laughlin:

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39:46

From Bartender to Elite Event Planner: Rena’s...

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2025/12/09

Take The Power Back - Episode #5In today’s episode of Take The Power Back, Jason sits down with Rena, the founder of Event Lab and the creative force behind some of Tampa’s biggest, most iconic events. Her story is raw, real, and exactly what entrepreneurs need to hear. She dropped out of college, became the “worst bartender ever,” beat cancer, walked away from a cushy job, and built a high-end event company from absolutely nothing. Rena Wiser: https://www.instagram.com/the1queenreen/

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56:29

Gen Z Isn’t The Problem. The Old Systems Are.

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2025/11/27

Take The Power Back - Episode #4Gen Z isn’t struggling to find jobs. They’re being restricted by outdated college career systems that hide entrepreneurial and business opportunities. In this conversation, Jason Mickool and Gino Lavorgna break down how universities filter out the highest-growth paths, force students into “approved” careers, and leave ambitious young people feeling stuck. If you’re hungry, coachable, and ready to build something real, this episode exposes why the system failed

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53:16

The SECRET To Turning Your Job Into A Successful...

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2025/11/10

Take The Power Back - Episode #3 At what point do you realize you've gone from having a job to a business? I sat down with Bradley Graham to discuss how he started out, climbed the ranks, and successfully scaled his business to be what it is today. Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-graham-730a2a78/ Take The Power Back from the Universities that don't put students first: https://www.ttpb.com/ Chapters: 0:00 - Teaser 0:24 - Take The Power Back 0:34 - Who Is Bradley Graham? 2:28 -

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