The Daily Grind

“Make sure you are always using your two eyes, two ears, twice as much as your mouth” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Seth Harris. Harris is a businessman who has founded multiple tech startups, including his most recent endeavor, Here.fm. Here.fm is a unique, web-based communication platform designed to reimagine video conferencing through giving users a chance to create personal, shareable, and flexible video chat rooms. Harris lives and works in Connecticut, where he also earned his degree from Yale. S3 Episode 10: 08/03/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Seth Harris Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @herefmhq Twitter: @herehq Website: https://here.fm/

“Everything happens for a reason” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Andrew Capobianco. Capobianco is an American Olympic diver. This year, he qualified with his partner Michael Hixon for the US Olympic Diving Team, competing in the 3m Synchronized Diving. Later during the Olympic Trials he qualified for the Olympic Games in the Individual 3m dive. He currently attends and competes for Indiana University, where he has earned All-American honors 7 times. S3 Episode 9: 07/27/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Andrew Capobianco Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @ajcapo99 Twitter: @ajcapo_99

“You are enough” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Lucy Keoni. Keoni is the founder of Made by Luxe, the inclusive wellness brand that curates products created by BIPOC folx. We highlight their stories and feature content that will help you lead a healthier, balanced life. This is your space to be nourished and nurtured, rediscover the traditions of your ancestors, and return to the wisdom within. On today’s episode, Keoni also reminds us on our daily grind that it’s ok to rest and have that balance to work smarter, not harder! S3 Episode 8: 07/20/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Lucy Keoni Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @lucykeoni Made by Luxe Instagram: @madebyluxe.co Website: https://madebyluxe.co/

“You should never be afraid of failure because ultimately that’s what is going to make you better” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Raul Shah! Raul Shah is a current Minor League middle infielder for the Ogden Raptors! As a graduate from Johns Hopkins University, Raul signed with L Warner Sports Agency in Baltimore, Maryland. Shah has had an exceptional career in the Pioneer league, earning batting titles, multiple all-star game starts, and has won two championships as well! Raul is an extremely hard worker both on and off the baseball field and strives to be the first Indian player in the MLB. Shah wants to share his story and experiences with athletes around the world and inspire more diverse kids to pursue baseball. S3 Episode 7: 07/13/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Raul Shah Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @docshah14 Twitter: @docshah14

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Matt East! Matt is the founder and CEO of Matt East & Company, productivity coach, podcast host and author. He is one of the world's leading experts on productivity and high-performance. His books, podcasts, and coaching teach you how to plan your day so you can spend more time on the projects, activities, and relationships that are most important and meaningful to you. Matt is best known for his productivity coaching and mastermind, where he's been lucky enough to work with many incredible clients. Intro quote is from Mary Oliver’s poem The Summer Day. S3 Episode 6: 07/06/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Matt East Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @matt_east__ Website: https://www.matt-east.com/

“It’s about constant improvement, consistent improvement, and a commitment to improvement every time you go out - whether it’s on the tennis court or elsewhere” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Lisa Stone! Stone is the founder of Parenting Aces and successful Tennis Mom! As the former Chair of the Georgia Governor’s Commission on Physical Fitness & Sports and President of Fit For 2, Inc., Lisa has been involved in the fitness and sports arena for over 25 years and is the recipient of the 2019 USTA Georgia Marc Kaplan Media Excellence Award. Through ParentingAces.com and the Parenting Aces Podcast, Lisa shares what she’s learned about navigating the Junior Tennis Journey and College Recruiting with parents and coaches who are hungry for her insights, knowledge, and experience. S3 Bonus Episode 1: 07/01/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Lisa Stone Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @parentingaces Website: https://parentingaces.com/

“The first step before you start any journey, anything that makes you uncomfortable that you have to push through is getting in that right mindset” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Wesley Glosson! Glosson is the founder and CEO of Teach This Teacher, an educator and Master 4-Her, sharing knowledge daily while inspiring others that education is continual. He lives and works in Atlanta, GA. S3 Episode 5: 06/29/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Wesley Glosson Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @teach_thisteacher Website: https://www.teachthisteacher.com/

“The first step before you start any journey, anything that makes you uncomfortable that you have to push through is getting in that right mindset” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Gleason Jones! Gleason is the founder and CEO of Minimalist Coffee Company, simply great coffee without the bs! Always made to order! He lives and works in Auburn, AL. S3 Episode 4: 06/22/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Gleason Jones Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @minimalistcoffeecompany Website: https://www.minimalistcoffeecompany.com/

‘Things happen for a reason” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Matthew Nogueira! Matthew is a Canadian soccer player who plays for Portuguese club Marítimo B as a goalkeeper and part of the 2021 Canadian U 23 squad for the Olympic Qualifiers. He lives and works in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. S3 Episode 3: 06/15/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Matthew Nogueira Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @matthew76nogueira

‘Stick with it and don’t let anyone else stop you. If it’s your dream, it’s your dream, go after it!’ on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Coach Corey Gulick! Corey is a business coach, speaker, and best selling author. He helps online coaches scale to 7 figures and through his coaching and strategies, helps everyday people get noticed in their industry and position themselves as the expert. He lives and works in Fort Worth, TX! S3 Episode 1: 06/08/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Corey Gulick Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @coreygulickreal Website: https://elmlink.co/CoreyGulick

‘Define success by your own measures before you are willing to embark on this treacherous journey. It’s often difficult or impossible, but if you have the right positioning and wholeheartedly believe in the purpose, you will be able to overcome’ on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guests Eric Cruz and Ryan Cruz! They are the founding team of Muvez, connecting shoppers with brands for good. Muvez is an innovative slipper brand dedicated to re-imagining the future of indoor slippers. Their journey was mirrored with obstacles, sacrifice and opposition but each challenge provided them an opportunity to rise to the occasion and explore creative solutions. Throughout any journey of discovery, available resources will oftentimes be scarce but remember to remind yourself of the reason why you started to help you overcome. S3 Episode 1: 06/01/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guests Eric Cruz and Ryan Cruz Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @muvez  Website: https://www.muvez.co/ Find Muvez Appearance on Shark Tank Episode Here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuKA9VawC-fYzThCMKD3xzQ

‘After years in the coffee industry, I decided to finally pursue a dream, to find the perfect cup of coffee’ on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Bobby Sanderson. Sanderson is the founder and owner of Café Aromático Coffee, premium ethically sourced coffee delivered to your door! He currently studies at Villanova University and is based in Boston, MA! S2 Episode 50: 05/25/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Bobby Sanderson Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @cafearomaticoroasters Website: https://cafearomaticoroasters.com/

Love to embrace the full intensity of life and step into your fullest potential on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Nico Verresen. Verresen is the owner and founder of Perform with Pleasure. Nico has helped everyone from world champions, CEO’s, entrepreneurs, celebrities and surgeons to break through their limits. Learn how to turn stress into your competitive advantage, unlock your fullest potential and live in ecstasy. Break through the invisible glass ceiling hanging over your potential, so that you can enjoy your amazing life and legacy while you are building it. He lives and works in Portugal! S2 Episode 49: 05/18/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Nico Verresen Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @nico_verresen Website: https://www.performwithpleasure.com/

One word. Ownership on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guests Justin Bui and Ron Obdin. They are the founding team behind SENS, an Asian-owned brand building a community that represents the empowerment of our Asian heritage through tailored men’s skincare products! S2 Episode 48: 05/11/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Justin Bui and Ron Obdin Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @have.sens  Website: https://havesens.com/ Ron Obdin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronobdin/ Justin Bui LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jqtbui/

“You are already worthy and deserving of living the life you always wanted'' on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Sierra Rhodes. Rhodes is the founder of the Goal Collective, helping women, stop the self doubt cycles, start getting things done, and actually live the life they’ve always wanted. If you’re ready to expand your potential, to thrive and connect, and be the most fun, Rhodes is your professional certified life coach! She lives and works in Nashville, TN! THE GOAL COLLECTIVE SPECIAL OFFER! Receive a FREE Sunrise Session with purchase of a 1:1 Session or Power Hour! Use DAILYGRINDBOGO at https:/www.thegoalcollective.com/ to redeem! S2 Episode 47: 05/04/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Sierra Rhodes Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @thegoalcollective_  Website: https://www.thegoalcollective.com/

“Work hard play hard” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and Daily Grind Sports Marketing Intern Lauren Ricks, and special guests Jennifer Phanord and Rachel Smith from our Road to the NFL Draft Virtual Event kicking off the NFL Draft! Phanord is a self-employed sports brand rep, experience working in the NFL and many more headline sporting events. Smith is a producer for the Miami Dolphins. In today's episode, both Phanord and Smith share their experience working in professional sports and overcoming obstacles as females in the sports industry. In addition, Ricks leads the discussion on transition after college into a career in sports, the importance of networking, and overall career motivation! #NFLDraft S2 Bonus Episode 5: 04/29/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guests Jennifer Phanord and Rachel Smith Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Twitter: @LaurenRicks  Instagram: @lauren8.29 

“A dream is one thing, but the execution behind it is everything'' on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest DJ BuzzB. He is an international DJ, promoter and host of Pree Pre Lime Podcast! He lives and works in Toronto, CA. S2 Episode 46: 04/27/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest DJ BuzzB Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @dj_buzzb  Twitter: @dj_buzzb  DJ BuzzB Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/dj_buzzb/

“Trust the timing. You don’t have to rush the process of where you want to be'' on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Elena Kunicki, RDN. She is a virtual dietitian and coach helping women-who-lift stop binge eating for good, get their period back without the pill and find balance with food and fitness! She lives and works in Baltimore, Maryland. S2 Episode 45: 04/20/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Elena Kunicki Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site SUBMIT YOUR FUN FACT HERE!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @elenakunicki_rd 

“Keep on grinding!'' on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Christian Sotomayor. Sotomayor is the founder and CEO of Acumen Coffee, where you experience specialty coffee the way you are intended to. Hand selected, ethically sources and from this year’s most recent crop! Always Soil to Cup! He lives and works in Coral Gables, FL. S2 Episode 44: 04/13/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Christian Sotomayor Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site SUBMIT YOUR FUN FACT HERE!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Website: https://www.acumencoffee.store/ Instagram: @acumencoffee 

“A Tradition Unlike Any Other” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and Daily Grind Sports Marketing Intern Mike Finkelstein, and special guests Gerry Mullally and CJ Jones from our Fueling The Grind Virtual Event kicking off the The Masters! Mullally is the founder of Advance Nutrition and creator of Par Bar, a nutrition Bar specifically designed for golfers. Mullally lives and works in Fairfield, CT! CJ Jones is the co-host of Talk That Sport Podcast. Talk That Sport is dedicated to embracing the sports conversation beyond what you get on the mainstream media. CJ and his co-host Jordan Jones are the people who love sports with a passion and are here to debate it weekly. He lives and works in Dallas, TX. In today's episode, Mullally shares his knowledge on sports nutrition and ways to effectively fuel the body for optimal performance on and off the golf course, and how he created the Par Bar and other golf-nutrition products. In addition, Finkelstein leads the The Masters preview with Jones, talking about the top players for this year’s tournament, players to watch for, and who will ultimately wear the Green Jacket! #TheMasters S2 Bonus Episode 3: 04/08/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guests Gerry Mullally and CJ Jones Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site SUBMIT YOUR FUN FACT HERE!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Twitter: @mike_fink24  Instagram: @mikefink24  Follow our Special Guests: Par Bar Website: http://www.parbargolf.com/ Par Bar Instagram: @parbargolf  Talk That Sport Podcast: https://linktr.ee/talkthatsportpod Talk That Sport Instagram: @talkthatsportpod

“Your life is uniquely yours to create'' on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Alana Stelly. Alana is the founder and CEO of Espresso Yourself. Espresso Yourself empowers women through coffee and wellness! Enjoy freshly roasted ground coffee and premium self-care products delivered to your door every month! Many of the products featured in the box are from women-owned, minority- owned, or eco-friendly businesses, allowing you to invest in your self-care while also supporting these amazing causes. She lives and works in Los Angeles, CA. In today's episode, Stelly shares how she first became interested in mental health and wellness and the story behind creating Espresso Yourself. She shares how her graduate and life experience  has influenced the mission to empower women and invest more in your self-care. Also, she shares how she chooses brands to partner with in her subscription boxes and creates each themed box of the month. Lastly, Stelly talks about how YOU can be involved with the Espresso Yourself community! S2 Episode 43: 04/06/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Alana Stelly Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site SUBMIT YOUR FUN FACT HERE!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Website: https://espressoyourselfbox.com/ Instagram: @espressoyourselfbox 

“Think about what makes you happy and find something that you really like to do” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Alex Dittlof! Dittlof is an affordable housing financial analyst and founder of Rise and GRND, a clothing brand embodying the idea of the collective endeavor we all share in pursuing our own goals and overcoming personal obstacles. He lives and works in Madison, WI! In today's episode, Dittlof shares how he first became interested in finance and real estate and the story behind creating Rise and GRND. He shares how his college and life experience  has influenced the GRND mission of There is no “I” in GRND. We GRND together. And because of that, we are better. Also, he talks about the importance of gaining value from others and learning from those interactions. Lastly, Dittlof shares some of his favorite GRND stories and how YOU can be involved with the Rise and GRND community! S2 Episode 42: 03/23/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site SUBMIT YOUR FUN FACT HERE!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Website: https://riseandgrnd.com Instagram: @therealgrnd  Email: therealgrnd@gmail.com

Welcome to Marketing Through Madness on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and Daily Grind Sports Marketing Intern Mike Finkelstein, and special guests Jason Bergman and CJ Jones from our Marketing Through Madness Virtual Event kicking off the NCAA March Madness Tournament! Bergman is the CEO founder of MarketPryce, a new website that connects professional and soon-to-be student athletes to brands for marketing campaigns, making athlete marketing a more accessible and pain- free process. MarketPryce is based in New York City! CJ Jones is the co-host of Talk That Sport Podcast. Talk That Sport is dedicated to embracing the sports conversation beyond what you get on the mainstream media. CJ and his co-host Jordan Jones are the people who love sports with a passion and are here to debate it weekly. He lives and works in Dallas, TX. In today's episode, Bergman shares his knowledge on the best social media platforms for athlete marketing, ways to effectively network in sports marketing, and how MarketPryce aligns its message with both the athletes and brands they work with in the industry. He also shares the steps of signing on a sports agent and process of how his team works with athletes in various sports. In addition, Finkelstein leads the March Madness preview with Jones, talking about bold predictions for this year’s tournament,   potential upset alerts, and favorite dark horse to make it to the Sweet Sixteen! #WelcometoMarchMadness S2 Bonus Episode 3: 03/25/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guests Jason Bergman and CJ Jones Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site SUBMIT YOUR FUN FACT HERE!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Twitter: @mike_fink24 Instagram: @mikefink24 Follow our Special Guests: Market Pryce Website: https://www.marketpryce.com Market Pryce Instagram: @marketpryce Talk That Sport Podcast: https://linktr.ee/talkthatsportpod Talk That Sport Instagram: @talkthatsportpod

“If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Rachel Crocker! Crocker is the owner and founder of Rachel Crocker Business & Sales Consulting. Sales coach, strategist and referral network expert helping you focus on more sales, less stress leading you to mastering your sales for coaches and services providers. She lives and works on the Gold Coast of Queensland, Australia! In today's episode, Crocker shares how she first became interested in business development and corporate sales. She reveals why she took the huge leap of faith from her 12 year corporate sales career  in February 2020 to launch her own sales coach and consulting business. Crocker tells us how we can use LinkedIn as a valuable tool for Lead Generation and how we can follow up on Facebook Leads. Lastly, she talks about the importance of branding, best practices across social media platforms, and the key to sharpening your critical sales skills. S2 Episode 41: 03/23/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Rachel Crocker Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site SUBMIT YOUR FUN FACT HERE!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Website: https://www.rachelcrocker.com Instagram: @rachelcrockerconsulting 

“Keep grinding with a smile!” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Karen Frame! Frame is the CEO & co-founder of Makeena, connecting shoppers with brands for good. Makeena is a free and easy-to-use mobile shopping app that helps you discover better-for-you, better-for-the-planet products, then rewards you for your purchases, anywhere you shop—even online. She lives and works in Boulder, CO! In today's episode, Frame shares how she first became interested in business, technology, and data at a young age through her dad’s influence and Illinois upbringing. She leads us through her background in law and entrepreneurship journey in starting Makeena, sharing challenges and obstacles she has overcome along the way. Also, she shares the latest and greatest at Makeena, and processes in selecting partners and brands to work with on the platform. Frame also tells us about consumer trends in the industry and how we can make better choices and be green shoppers on our ‘daily grind.’ S2 Bonus Episode 2: 03/18/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Karen Frame Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site SUBMIT YOUR FUN FACT HERE!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Website: https://makeena.com/ Instagram: @go.makeena 

One word. Relentless on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Joe Mercadante! Mercadante is the president of Unleash Marketing. Unleash Marketing is a digital agency specially focused on making websites, landing pages and Internet Marketing campaigns that produce new patients for medical practices and hospital departments. Unleash is headquartered at the Jersey Shore and has a huge presence in the northeast. In today's episode, Mercadante shares how he first became interested in internet marketing and website design and what led him to starting Unleash Marketing. He shares with us some common mistakes Daily Grinders with side hustles might make early on in website marketing and ways they can improve their landing page and online ad campaigns. Mercadante also tells us how we can utilize Facebook advertising, the importance of online reviews, and how to handle negative reviews. Lastly, he shares the benefits of advertising on Instagram and how can our Daily Grinders level up their online presence. S2 Episode 40: 03/16/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Joe Mercadante Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site SUBMIT YOUR FUN FACT HERE!  MARKETING THROUGH MADNESS VIRTUAL EVENT RSVP HERE!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Website: https://www.unleashmarketing.com

‘Think like a bank’ on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Sarry Ibrahim! Ibrahim is a Financial Consultant, Health and Life Agent who helps high net worth individuals, real estate investors, business owners, and retirees grow and protect their wealth predictably and safely by Banking on Yourself. He lives and works in Chicago, Illinois. In today's episode, Ibrahim shares how he first became interested in finance and insurance and what led him to starting Financial Asset Protection. He tells us about the Bank On Yourself concept and how it compares to your traditional financial vehicles such as 401ks and IRAs. Ibrahim also tells us about the tax advantages of using this concept. Lastly, Ibrahim gives us best practices for our Daily Grinders in taking control of their finances and his thoughts on investing in Bitcoin. He recommends reading Bank On Yourself by Pamela Yellen, Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash, and Mindset by Carol Dweck. S2 Episode 39: 03/09/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Sarry Ibrahim Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: http://www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Submit Your FUN FACT Here!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Website: https://finassetprotection.com

‘Stop overthinking and be vulnerable and open to possibilities’ on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Kim Bendix! Bendix is the founder of The Yugen Haus, a life-transition coach, and author showing people that there is a light at the end of the tunnel for everyone. She lives and works in Chicago, Illinois. In today's episode, Bendix shares how she first became interested in life transition coaching and mentoring and what led her to starting The Yugen Haus. She tells us about the common reasons why Daily Grinders may struggle to stay focused in reaching their goals and sheds light on steps to building discipline and strength. Bendix also tells us about The Tangram, her upcoming book launching this fall, and her seven step program that builds habits for success through guided reconnection to the true self. Lastly, Bendix gives us best practices for our Daily Grinders in directing their energy into their life purpose and how to minimize overthinking in the process. S2 Bonus Episode 1: 03/04/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Kim Bendix Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Submit Your FUN FACT Here!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Website: http://theyugenhaus.com Instagram: @theyugenhaus  Email: kim@theyugenhaus.com

“You can eat pizza and still be healthy” on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Leah Sucharski! Sucharski as you know by her Instagram handle @tapey1026, is a health food swap mama helping you implement healthier eating habits with your family! She lives and works in Buck County, Pennsylvania. In today's episode, Sucharski shares how her love for cooking healthy meals influenced her Instagram to transform into the go-to spot for yummy recipes, healthy swaps, and more! She tells us about her favorite cuisines, inspiration for her content creation, and how she shares her nutritional knowledge with her foodie followers! Sucharski also gives us advice on how we can make simple changes in our ‘daily grind’ and implement healthier eating habits with our families. Lastly, Sucharski provides us with a few of her favorite healthy dishes to pass and shareables that our Daily Grinders can bring to their next social gathering! S2 Episode 38: 03/02/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Leah Sucharski Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Submit Your FUN FACT Here! Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @tapey1026  

Do what it takes on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Kevin Young! Young is a self-taught professional photographer and world traveler. He lives and works in the beautiful PNW, in the community of Ridgefield, Washington. In today's episode, Young shares his story from the beginning, growing up in Iowa, to working in the tennis industry, traveling around the world, and launching Kevin Young Photography. He tells us about a few of his many travel stories including backpacking across Europe and essentials that our Daily Grinders should bring on their own travels. Young also shares with us his impressive multi-day cycling rides, how he prepared for each trek, and amazing trip highlights. Furthermore, he shares his inspiration behind launching Kevin Young Photography and the importance of pursuing something you are passionate about in your ‘daily grind.’ Lastly, Young leaves our Daily Grinders with five key words: Travel, Explore, Experience, Appreciate, and Inspire (illustrating his photography brand story)! S2 Episode 37: 02/23/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Kevin Young Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Submit Your FUN FACT Here!  Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @kevinyoungphotos  Website: https://www.kevinyoung.photos

Work hard and try to make an impact on people on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Steve Ecker! Ecker is the owner and founder of Trust The Grind. They are on a mission to help people live a life full of meaning and purpose. Trust The Grind provides content and tools to inspire you to pursue your calling. Ecker is originally from Baltimore, Maryland and lives and works in Austin, Texas. In today's episode, he shares how he first became interested in business and entrepreneurship. He tells us the story behind creating his first product, the Dope Sh*t Planner and the steps he took in designing, production, and launching the planner brand. Ecker shares digital advertising hurdles he faced along the way and what motivated him to create the podcast. He tells us how his college and work experience has influenced Trust The Grind and its brand values. Lastly, Ecker shares best practices for our Daily Grinders in growing their side hustle and overcoming self-doubt and fear in launching their brand. S2 Episode 36: 02/16/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Steve Ecker Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Submit Your FUN FACT Here! Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Steve Ecker Instagram: @st_ecker  Trust The Grind Instagram: @trustthegrindco  Trust The Grind Website: https://trustthegrind.co

What do you have to shift in order to get to the next step to create the life you deserve on the Daily Grind, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Rashedia Mayhane! Mayhane is founder and CEO of Green Chips. GreenChips provides tools and financial services that help transform your money mindset, eliminate poor habits, identify long-term goals – and how to achieve them. Mayhane is originally from Mobile, Alabama and currently lives and works in Atlanta, GA. In today's episode, she shares how she first became interested in finance and diverse background in the industry. She tells us the story behind Green Chips by overcoming personal and mental obstacles and shifting her mindset to start a business. Mayhane shares how Green Chips sets itself apart from other financial tech companies with its focus on women and mindset. She shares how they shift the way wealth is defined and the importance of being intentional about your spending and finances. Lastly, Mayhane shares how our Daily Grinders can understand their money story better and some common areas that they might experience stress or anxiety about money and how to minimize that stress. S2 Episode 35: 02/09/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Rashedia Mayhane Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Submit Your FUN FACT Here: shorturl.at/dvJTV Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Rashedia Mayhane Instagram: @futureblackbillionaire  Rashedia Mayhane LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashedia/ Green Chips Website: https://www.joingreenchips.com Green Chips Instagram: @joingreenchips

If you are looking to make a real lasting change, start small and make adjustments to your everyday routine on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Sam Citro Alexander! Citro Alexander is co-founder and CMO of Bitewell. At Bitewell, their mission is to make healthy eating simple & accessible. What better way to do that than through a subscription box for healthy snacks? Citro Alexander is originally from NJ and lives and works in Dallas, TX. In today's episode, she shares how she first became interested in marketing and how she became involved with Bitewell. She tells us the story behind the brand name and how Bitewell sets itself apart from other subscription services. She shares how they choose what brands to work with and the benefits of their products and services including the delicious Biteboxes and Bitewell Premium. Citro Alexander shares how they built their team of dietitians and created virtual Classroom sessions featuring various health topics. Lastly, she shares how Daily Grinders can incorporate Bitewell into their healthy lifestyle and best practices in making small changes in their routine! ALSO, SPECIAL OFFER FOR OUR DAILY GRINDERS: Sign up for Bitewell's monthly Discovery Box and get your first month FREE with code DAILYGRIND At Bitewell, our mission is to make healthy eating simple & accessible. What better way to do that than through a subscription box for healthy snacks? Bitewell's Discovery Box is dietitian-curated, ever-changing assortment of our favorite new brands and bites. From adaptogen-infused snacks to Oat Lattes in-a-can, you're sure to discover your next midday meal replacement or midnight snack! First month is FREE! $20/month gets you $40+ worth of new bites How to Redeem: Visit https://bitewell.com/products/discovery-box and select "Bitebox Monthly Subscription". Use code DAILYGRIND at checkout. Valid through 12/31/21. S2 Episode 34: 02/02/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Sam Citro Alexander Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Bitewell Website: https://bitewell.com Bitewell Instagram: @bitewellco  Bitewell Facebook: @bitewellco 

Do something today and build upon it tomorrow on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Kevin Rafferty! Rafferty is business operations manager and founder of Raff Caff Coffee. Their mission is to provide the motivated individual the correct amount of focus and energy to overcome any task at hand. From studying for your finals to starting a new business, even to keep the new mom alert with their child, they have created a highly caffeinated, luxurious coffee experience to optimize energy and focus levels. Rafferty lives and works in Newark, Delaware. In today's episode, he shares how he first became interested in business, engineering, and entrepreneurship, and how his graduate degree led him to launching Raff Caff Coffee. He tells us the story behind the brand name and how Raff Caff Coffee sets itself apart from other coffee brands. Rafferty shares behind the scenes in taste testing, choosing the roast blend and coffee beans to source, and overall product line. Rafferty shares how COVID has affected Raff Caff Coffee and how his college and job experience has influenced the brand’s mission. Lastly, he shares how listeners can incorporate Raff Caff coffee into their ‘daily grind’ and best practices for being productive, and how to utilize caffeine catnaps. S2 Episode 33: 01/26/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Kevin Rafferty Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Kevin Rafferty Instagram: @k_raff  Raff Caff Coffee Website: https://raffcaffcoffee.com Raff Caff Instagram: @raffcaffcoffee  Raff Caff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaffCaffCoffee/

"It doesn't have to be fair, in order for you to be productive" on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Al Cummings! Cummings is founder and senior partner of Grow Your Muscles Studio. Grow Your Muscles Studio (G.Y.M.) is committed to helping real people identify customized lifestyle and exercise paths which lead to an improved way of living. He lives and works in Ontario, Canada. In today's episode, he shares how he first became interested in health and fitness, and his unique personal training and big-box fitness gym experience led him to launching his own independent studio. He tells us about G.Y.M. and how the studio sets itself apart from other gyms with a more personalized approach and focus on results. Cummings talks about the team atmosphere and welcoming environment and shares one of the many success stories at G.Y.M. Cummings shares how COVID has affected how he works with clients and how G.Y.M. has adapted during this time. Lastly, he shares how Daily Grinders can strive toward their health and fitness goals and simple things they can incorporate into their ‘daily grind.’ S2 Episode 32: 01/19/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Al Cummings Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @althetrainer  Grow Your Muscles Studio: https://www.growyourmusclesstudio.com GYM Instagram: @grow_your_muscles_studio 

One word. Intentionality on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Kyle Wilz! Wilz is the owner and founder of Kornerstone Business Coaching with his wife Lauren. As internationally traveled speakers, mentors and business coaches, they focus on teaching aspiring entrepreneurs the mindset and strategy for their first steps into entrepreneurship. He lives and works in Madison, WI. In today's episode, he shares how he first became interested in engineering and then entrepreneurship, leading him to launching his own business. He tells us about Kornerstone Coaching and what differentiates his services in the industry. Wilz shares what common mistakes he sees by Daily Grinders that have side hustles and how to and how biz owners can really go full time and take their business to the next level. Wilz shares how COVID has affected how he works with clients. Lastly, he shares how Daily Grinders can level up and the key takeaways to motivating yourself with a reward or dream. S2 Episode 31: 01/12/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Kyle Wilz Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwilz/

‘Consistency is the key is success’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Jennie Lyon! Lyon is the owner and founder of Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing & Virtual Assistant Services which is a full-service digital marketing and virtual assistant agency and is your go-to partner for all your business’ needs! They specialize in helping busy entrepreneurs organize, promote, and scale their brand through their online marketing efforts! She lives and works in south Florida. In today's episode, she shares how she first became interested in business and digital marketing, leading her to start her own business. She also answers many common FAQs that Daily Grinders have when starting a side hustle or start-up including: how to grow an email list, the best way to build a social media following, how to start a webinar, online course, or podcast, and how to work with a virtual assistant to double your income. Lyon walks us through her ‘daily grind’ and highlights ways she is able to stay productive and efficient throughout the day. Lastly, she provides insights on marketing trends and how our listeners can stay motivated in 2021 with the ‘Word of the Year’ card! S2 Episode 30: 01/05/2021 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Jennie Lyon Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Digital Marketing Made Simple Podcast: https://jennielyon.com/blog/ Website: https://jennielyon.com Word of the Year Card: http://jennielyon.com/dailygrind

‘When you are happy, your surroundings are happy!’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Sabrina Modi! Modi is a physical therapist and founder of Basically Gourmet, bringing life to your kitchen one dish at a time. She lives and works in Birmingham, AL. In today's episode, she shares how her love for cooking inspired her to start blogging and create Basically Gourmet this year in May! Not even a year old, Modi shares her motivation for cooking new recipes, brand shoutouts, and how her Italian/Palestinian bred, southern raised and Indian wed background has an influence on her ‘daily grind.’ She also shares ways listeners can find balance like she has with cooking similar to her life experiences with closing on a home and a baby on the way. Lastly, she provides us takeaways for our listeners in spicing up their lifestyle tastes. Grillsmen Inc. and the Daily Grind are coming together this holiday season! Giving away 1 WEEK’S WORTH OF MEAL PLANS (Valued at $125) for FREE! How to enter? Be sure to follow @grillsmen_ and @dailygrindpod on Instagram to enter today as we will be selecting 1 winner on December 31st! Happy Holidays! S2 Episode 29: 12/29/2020 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Sabrina Modi Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @basicallygourmet  Website: www.basicallygourmet.com

‘We got to build a path to get to those dreams that we got’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest BombsinContext! BombsinContext is the co host of Soup2Nutz, a podcast show bringing you the best of independent music with a diverse group of guests and content. He lives and works in between Washington D.C. and Richmond, VA. In today's episode, he shares with us how one live show every Tuesday night interviewing artists led to starting Soup2Nutz two years ago. Fast forward to today, @bombsincontextradio and his Soup2Nutz team @moxomradio and @thephantomdog created the brand and tells us what sets them apart from other music and radio shows. He also shares some memorable episodes and similarities he sees across artists on the show and their ambitious goals and mindset. Lastly, he provides ways for our listeners in how they can support their local music scene during this time. Grillsmen Inc. and the Daily Grind are coming together this holiday season! Giving away 1 WEEK’S WORTH OF MEAL PLANS (Valued at $125) for FREE! How to enter? Be sure to follow @grillsmen_ and @dailygrindpod on Instagram to enter today as we will be selecting 1 winner on December 31st! Happy Holidays! S2 Episode 28: 12/22/2020 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest BombsInContext Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Email: bombsincontext@gmail.com Instagram: @bombsincontextradio   Website: https://moxomradio.com

‘Every single thing in your past, paves the way for your future’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Iyan Kulendran! Kulendran is the co-founder and owner of Grillsmen Inc. Kulendran lives and works in Toronto, Canada. In today's episode, Kulendran shares with us how making his delicious jerk chicken at one event and one conversation has led to starting Grillsmen Inc. Fast forward to today, Kulendran and his founding team created the brand and tells us what sets them apart from other meal plan and catering businesses. Kulendran also shares how he finds balance while working as an Amazon operation manager and running Grillsmen through music and having the right mindset. Lastly, he provides best practices to our listeners in how they can achieve their dreams and improve their mindset when going forward through change. Grillsmen Inc. and the Daily Grind are coming together this holiday season! Giving away 1 WEEK’S WORTH OF MEAL PLANS (Valued at $125) for FREE! How to enter? Be sure to follow @grillsmen_ and @dailygrindpod on Instagram to enter today as we will be selecting 1 winner on December 31st! Happy Holidays! S2 Episode 27: 12/17/2020 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Iyan Kulendran Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @grillsmen_  

One word. Trust on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Dr. Joel Bryant! Bryant is the Director of For Dreamers Only Academy,  Founder of Bryant Leadership Coaching, Award-winning Author and Ghost Writer, specializing in helping individuals and organizations achieve greatness. Bryant lives and works in Charlotte, NC. In today's episode, Bryant shares with us how his success at his first job at Dun and Bradstreet Corporation and his life experiences has led him to working in business development, becoming a lecturer at UNC Charlotte, and ultimately earning his Ed D in Educational Leadership and Administration. Fast forward to today, Bryant has created his own brand and tells us about his Leadership Coaching and Consulting and the Dreamers Only Academy. Bryant also shares how he first became interested in writing, which has led him to writing 55 books, publishing 35, ghost-writing two while publishing four books for other writers over the years. He shares with us his latest book The New Being: Preparing for the Emergence of a New Humanity. He talks about how it connects to his collection! Lastly he shares how COVID has influenced his impact in sharing his story and provides best practices to our listeners in how they can achieve their dreams and improve their mindset when going forward through change. Grillsmen Inc. and the Daily Grind are coming together this holiday season! Giving away 1 WEEK’S WORTH OF MEAL PLANS (Valued at $125) for FREE! How to enter? Be sure to follow @grillsmen_ and @dailygrindpod on Instagram to enter as we will be selecting 1 winner on December 31st! The contest begins on December 17th when our episode with Iyan the founder of Grillsmen releases! Stay tuned and Happy Holidays! S2 Episode 26: 12/15/2020 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Dr. Joel Bryant Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Email: joel@joelbryant1.com Twitter: @voiceofgreatness  Website: https://drjoelbryant.webs.com

“Be bold” on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Melitta Campbell! With over 25 years in business and entrepreneurship in London and Switzerland, Melitta is a business coach for women. She is also a speaker, author, and host of the Driven Female Entrepreneur Podcast. Campbell lives and works in Switzerland. In today's episode, Campbell shares how she first became interested in working in business and what further led to pursuing business coaching and starting her own brand. She tells us more about her inspiring brand, Driven Female Entrepreneurs and the Driven Female Entrepreneurs Podcast. She shares some of her favorite speaking experiences and messages that she has delivered at various events over the years. Lastly, Campbell shares best practices for smart entrepreneurs out there breaking into their industry and how to be bold in the new year! Saira Talwar Photography @sairatalwarphotography is providing a Winter Mini Session Special for our Daily Grinders! If you are located near Waukesha or Platteville, WI; Galena, IL; or Dubuque, IA; feel free to reach out to Saira to schedule your session!  Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @melittacampbell  Instagram: @melittacampbell  Website: https://www.melittacampbell.com

“Nothing ventured, nothing gained” on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Matthew Moe! Matthew Moe is an account executive at Indianapolis-based startup Malomo. Malomo is a shipment tracking platform that helps ecommerce brands drive repeat purchases and decrease support tickets. Moe lives and works in the Indianapolis area. In today's episode, Moe shares how he first became interested in studying business and marketing and what further led him to working in sales and ecommerce. He provides advice to our listeners in being open to change or switching jobs in their own ‘daily grind.’  Moe also takes us behind the scenes working at a startup and the latest and greatest at Malomo. He shares how Malomo has created synergy to overcome challenges and key takeaways for our listeners working within a team. Lastly, Moe shares how this year has influenced ecommerce and his perspective on consumer demand and online shopping trends. Saira Talwar Photography @sairatalwarphotography is providing a Winter Mini Session Special for our Daily Grinders! If you are located near Waukesha or Platteville, WI; Galena, IL; or Dubuque, IA; feel free to reach out to Saira to schedule your session! S2 Episode 24: 12/1/2020 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Matthew Moe Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Facebook: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Shop Our Merch: https://kelly-johnson-foundation.square.site Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-moe/ Instagram: @matty_moe9  Website: https://gomalomo.com

“Win the day. No matter what happens the day before or tomorrow. Show up present, connected and ready to go on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Daniel Cruz! Daniel Cruz is the co-founder and CEO of washbnb. Washbnb provides linen and laundry services for short-term rental owners, property managers and Airbnb hosts. Daniel lives and works in the Milwaukee area. In today's episode, Cruz shares how he first became interested in entrepreneurship, his travel background, and the startup journey launching washbnb. He talks about the targeted demographics, supplier relationships, and market growth in hospitality and laundry service in the US. Cruz also shares how he has built his founding team and key traits you should look for in your team. He shares how COVID has influenced his impact in the industry and pivoted to create washhero during this year. Lastly, Cruz shares best practices with our listeners who are Airbnb hosts in providing the best service for their guests. Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Daniel Cruz Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Facebook: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Email: daniel@washbnb.com Instagram: @washbnb  Twitter: @danieljcruz  Website: http://washbnb.com

Think smarter goals and don’t be afraid to get your tasks done on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Dr. Kee Chan! Kee is a passionate teacher of the science and management of health and wellness, a speaker and writer on management & leadership, podcast host of What is Public Health Podcast, and researcher of Economics & Genomics. She lives and works in the Milwaukee area. In today's episode, Kee shares how she first became interested in science and management of health and wellness and what further led her to pursuing graduate and doctorate studies in public health. Kee tells us more about her passion for her work and ways she has shared her story across mediums such as her podcast, her yoga mala bead business Zenergy Mala, and in her book The Wellness Plan. Kelly shares how she has made mini habit changes in her ‘daily grind’ from the book and Kee shares how daily grinders can utilize the book and its best practices especially during the holidays.  Also, Kee shares with us how we can mindfully get through the pandemic and examples you can incorporate into your own ‘daily grind.’ Lastly, Kee shares how she finds balance in her ‘daily grind’ and gives listeners key takeaways in how to organize your time and be in the now. In addition to listening to The Daily Grind Podcast and What is Public Health Podcast, Kee recommends reading The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle and spiritual books by Marianne Williamson! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Facebook: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Email: drkeechan@gmail.com Instagram: @whatispublichealthpodcast  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatispublichealth Website: www.whatispublichealthpodcast.com Zenergy Mala Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ZenergyMala Wellness Plan Book: https://www.amazon.com/Wellness-Plan-Guide-Healthy-Living/dp/1542537223

One word. Consistency on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Britnee Kent! Kent is a content creator and influencer who is passionate about living an active, healthy lifestyle and promoting holistic wellness. She lives with her family on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. In today's episode, Kent shares how she first became interested in health and fitness, what further led her to building a community around those values after moving to Hawaii. Kent tells us more about her meal plan subscription and the importance of filling our bodies with nutrient-dense, healthy food. Also, Kent shares with us her workout and travel guides and presets for turning your average photos into super duper fun shots. She even shares one of her many recent success stories that motivates her to continue doing what she loves today! Lastly, Kent walks us through her ‘daily grind’ and gives listeners key takeaways to balancing a busy schedule! In addition to listening to The Daily Grind Podcast, Kent recommends checking out Jenna Kutcher’s Goal Digger Podcast @goaldiggerpodcast, What We Said Podcast @whatwesaidpodcast, and Dishing Up Nutrition Podcast! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod   Facebook: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/britwkent Pinterest: @britwkent  Instagram: @britwkent Website: https://www.britkent.com

‘It’s time to challenge the rules of digital connection. Enough of the endless swiping and empty messaging’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guests Taly Matiteyahu and Whitney Beard! They are founders of The Blink Date, which is a new virtual blind speed dating platform. The future of app dating, Blink fosters real, genuine connections by eliminating “swipe” culture and changing the way people use technology to begin meaningful relationships. The Blink Date team is based out of Los Angeles, CA. In today's episode, Matiteyahu and Beard share how they first became interested in entrepreneurship and the Aha moment in creating The Blink Date. After, they share how their experience working in legal ops & tech and entertainment law has impacted the start-up process and the importance of having a strong core team in the early stages. Matiteyahu and Beard provides us insights on how this year has influenced the industry and Blink’s target demographics of users on the platform. Lastly, they share how Daily Grinders can sign up for The Blink Date and best practices for our singles ladies or men out there dating during the holidays! Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guests Taly Matiteyahu Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Twitter: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @theblinkdate  Instagram: @theblinkdate Website: https://www.theblinkdate.com

“No” is a complete sentence and now is a really good time to practice setting whatever boundaries you need for yourself on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Lauren Andraski! Andraski is the Program Director for the Posner Center for Development and Founder of Consultants for Good. She lives and works in Denver, Colorado. In today's episode, Andraski shares how she first became interested in studying social welfare and policy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and working in community outreach and project management early on in her career. After she tells us about her move to Denver and now her career as a social impact consultant and work in nonprofit. Andraski shares with us her inspiration for starting Consultants For Good and recent success stories as an innovative social change maker. Lastly, Andraski shares how she finds balance being a Program Director as well and how listeners can find their own balance! Check out our Instagram Giveaway for October partnering with Savvy Dating Game on the Daily Grind Podcast @dailygrindpod!  Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Facebook: @dailygrindpod   Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Podcast Merch: Shop Now! Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Email: lauren.andraski@gmail.com

One word. Growing on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Vicky Carter! Carter is a storyteller on air/on camera/on paper and in workshops. She is a BBC Reporter, journalist, producer, and the host of the Let’s Go Kick Ass Today Podcast. She lives and works in London, UK. In today's episode, Carter shares how she first became interested in writing, journalism, and producing, which led her to finding a passion in storytelling and communications. She tells us about her favorite stories to tell and her inspiration for starting Let’s Go Kick Ass Today Podcast. Carter shares with us similarities she sees across industries with her special guests and their motivation. Lastly, Carter shares with us some #LetsGoKickassToday motivation and encourages you to challenge yourself and grow! Be sure to tune into the Let’s Go Kickass Today Podcast! Check out our Instagram Giveaway for October partnering with Savvy Dating Game on the Daily Grind Podcast @dailygrindpod! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod  Facebook: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @gokickasstoday Instagram: @gokickasstoday  Website: https://vickyecarter.com

‘Be the change you want to see in the world’...on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guests Jordan and CJ Jones! The Jones Boys are the co-hosts of the Talk That Sports podcast, which is dedicated to embracing the sports conversation beyond what you get on the mainstream media. Jordan and CJ are the people who love sports with a passion and are here to debate it weekly. They both live and work in Abilene and Arlington, Texas! In today's episode, the Jones Boys share how they became interested in sports at a young age and grew their sibling rivalry through competition. They tell us how they got the ball rolling on connecting sports with podcasting and starting Talk That Sport Podcast. Also, they share with us their thoughts on the sports coming back in 2020, NBA Finals, and bold predictions early on in the NFL season. Lastly, the Jones Boys share gameday traditions when it comes to watching their favorite sports and how you can get involved in their weekly YouTube Live on Wednesdays at 6pm CST! Check out our Instagram Giveaway for October partnering with Savvy Dating Game on the Daily Grind Podcast @dailygrindpod! (Intro quote by Mahatma Gandhi) Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Facebook: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guests: YouTube: Talk That Sport  Instagram: @talkthatsportpod Podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkthatsport

We are ‘in the kitchen’ sharing #mindfulness for World Values Day...on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Adamantia Velonis! Velonis is the founder of Marmalade + Kindness, encouraging you to find moments of mindfulness and creativity through cooking. Born and raised in Melbourne, Adamantia – or ‘Ada’ as she is better known now lives and works in London, UK. In today's episode, Velonis shares how she first became interested in cooking at a young age and her fondest memories spent learning traditional holiday recipes under the wing of her beloved grandmother. She tells us about her transition from Australia to the UK and her inspiration for starting Marmalade + Kindness. Velonis shares with us how Marmalade + Kindness is celebrating World Values Day on October 15th and how listeners can get involved in this special day. Lastly, Velonis shares the benefits of mindful cooking and three simple ways you can get started on mindful cooking! Check out our Instagram Giveaway for October partnering with Savvy Dating Game on the Daily Grind Podcast @dailygrindpod!  Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod   Facebook: @dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @Marm_Kindness Instagram: @marmaladeandkindess  Website: https://marmaladeandkindness.com

One word. Truth...on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Daniel Lee! Lee is a high school tennis coach, lifelong player, and influencer of the sport. He also works in international business and lives in the Chicago area. In today's episode, Lee shares how he first became interested in tennis at a young age and later becoming a coach in the sport. He tells us more behind the scenes as a high school tennis coach and gives us an update on the state of high school sports in Illinois. Johnson and Lee review the US Open Tennis Championships results and share predictions for this year’s Roland Garros Tennis Tournament. Also, Lee walks us through his ‘daily grind’ and challenges listeners to answer the question, “how do you define your own happiness?” Check out our Instagram Giveaway for September partnering with Fluent on the Daily Grind Podcast @dailygrindpod!  Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod Facebook: @dailygrindpod Podcast Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @danklee

‘Dream so big, everyone around you thinks you are crazy’...on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Kolby Castillo! Born and raised in Hawaii. Now lives in Minnesota to pursue his dreams of working in sports. Castillo is a former college student athlete and currently the Athletics Assistant Event Management and Intramural Coordinator at the University of Minnesota-Crookston. Castillo is also the host of the Sports As A Job podcast! In today's episode, Castillo shares how he first became interested in sports at a young age to the steps he took to pursue working in sports and starting a blog, which led him to creating the Sports As a Job brand. He tells us more about Sports As a Job Podcast, favorite interviews he’s had so far, and his favorite memories in sports as a child and now working in the industry. He shares with listeners best practices to break into the sports industry and/or pursuing your own passion. Also, Castillo talks about the importance of not comparing yourself to others and  being open to making changes to strive towards your goals. Check out our Instagram Giveaway for September partnering with Fluent on the Daily Grind Podcast @kjfdailygrind!  Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Website: www.kjfwi.org/the-daily-grind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @kolby_castillo  Instagram: @kolby_castillo  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolby-castillo-9487bb132/  Twitter: @sportsasajob  Instagram: @sportsasajob   Website: https://www.sportsasajob.com/

‘Embrace failure and embrace the challenge to overcome the setbacks’...on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Ian Westermann! Westermann is the founder of Essential Tennis, which provides passionate instruction for passionate tennis players so they can improve at the game that they love. Westermann lives and works in the Milwaukee area! In today's episode, Westermann shares how he became interested in the sport of tennis, which led to teaching, coaching, and now a content creator and founder of one of the biggest tennis platforms in the industry. He tells us more about Essential Tennis, the challenges from creating content within a digital channel to helping avid players such as one of his clients (76 years old!) improve their strokes and strategy. Also, Westermann talks about the importance of having the right mindset and being open to learning new things. Lastly, Westermann shares his own ‘daily grind’ and ways he optimizes his time and for listeners to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle! Check out our Instagram Giveaway for September partnering with Fluent on the Daily Grind Podcast @kjfdailygrind! https://www.instagram.com/kjfdailygrind/ Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @essentialtennis  Instagram: @essentialtennis   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EssentialTennis Website: https://www.essentialtennis.com

‘Courage is contagious. Every time we choose courage, we make everyone around us a little better and the world a little braver’...the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Hannah Lichtenstein! Lichtenstein is a former college athlete turned sports journalist, and host of the Run Along podcast, talking about sports and stories with Olympians, high school ballers, super-fan parents, and athletes who dealt with injury, congenital defects and everything in between. She was born and raised in Los Angeles and is currently pursuing grad school at Northwestern University.  She shares how she became interested in soccer and playing at the collegiate level and post college in Sweden with GUSK and Enköpings. Lichtenstein also shares her inspiration for starting the Run Along Podcast, the importance of coaches in sports, and behind-the-scenes bloopers on her podcast. (Intro quote is by Brené Brown, famous researcher, storyteller and Texan). Check out our Instagram Giveaway for September partnering with Fluent on the Daily Grind Podcast @kjfdailygrind! https://www.instagram.com/kjfdailygrind/ Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @runalongpodcast  Instagram: @runalongpodcast  Website: https://www.runalongpodcast.com

‘Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others'...the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Daniel Kelly! Kelly has been featured on numerous outlets around the NFL league about his story including most notable his Against the Odds’ article in Sports Illustrated and his latest interview with ESPN Sportscenter anchor Linda Cohn. Kelly started as an intern under the Minnesota Vikings and Coach Dungi, then fought his way to become an NFL scout with the NY Jets. He retained his job for 4 years and recently published a book Whatever It Takes. Now, Kelly lives and works in Key West, FL! In today's episode, Kelly shares how he became interested in football and his favorite team the Washington Redskins. He walks us through his journey into working in the NFL, the hard work and daily grind that goes into being a NFL scout, and key takeaways for our listeners in pursuing their own passion. Kelly also shares his inspiration for writing Whatever It Takes, the importance of team dynamics, and his thoughts on the Washington Football Team name change. Lastly, Kelly walks us through his 'daily grind’ and encourages listeners to check out his latest book, Whatever It Takes! (Intro quote by Jonathan Swift, Irish Author 1667-1745). Check out our Instagram Giveaway for September partnering with Fluent on the Daily Grind Podcast @kjfdailygrind!  Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @danielkellybook  Website: http://whateverittakesbook.com Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Whatever-Takes-true-story-making/dp/1441547878 Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/whatever-it-takes-daniel-kelly/1115212569

It’s hours and hours of unspectacular preparation for moments of unspectacular results...the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Fernando Delgado! Delgado is the co-founder of the Savvy Dating Game. The Savvy Dating Game is the world’s first live mobile dating game. Delgado lives and works in Southern California (SoCal)! In today's episode, Delgado shares how he became interested in startups and how his diverse background in college and work experience has impacted Savvy Dating Game and has grown it to where it is today. He also shares how to download and use the Savvy Dating Game in your ‘daily grind’ and the importance of teams. Delgado talks about the Savvy Dating Game campus ambassador program, shares key takeaways for our listeners working in teams, and an example of wearing multiple hats in a startup. Lastly, Delgado walks us through his 'daily grind’ and gives a shout-out to @rebelmarkets, our S2 Episode 5 special guest! Check out our Instagram Giveaway for September partnering with Fluent on the Daily Grind Podcast @kjfdailygrind! https://www.instagram.com/kjfdailygrind/ Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @ferndelgado_  Instagram: @ferndelgado_  Savvy Dating Game Twitter: @savvydatinggame  Savvy Dating Game Instagram: @savvydatinggame  Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/savvy-dating-game/id1426377188

One word. Self-reflection...on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Gavin Dove! Dove is the co-founder and CEO of the startup Fluent. Fluent is a chrome extension that helps you practice new languages while you browse the web. Fluent translates select English words on the websites you're already reading to a new language of your choice. Dove lives and works in Montreal, Canada! In today's episode, Dove shares how he became interested in engineering and how his startup experience has impacted Fluent and has grown it to where it is today. He also shares how users can utilize Fluent to learn a new language and the importance of teams. Dove shares three key takeaways for our listeners working on startup teams and how to build a strong core team. Lastly, Dove walks us through his 'daily grind’ and encourages listeners to take time to self-reflect and teach yourself what you need to do in your own ‘daily grind.’ Check out our Instagram Giveaway for September partnering with Fluent on the Daily Grind Podcast @kjfdailygrind!  Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Email: gavin@usefluent.co Website: https://www.usefluent.co

“The line separating good and evil passes not through states, nor between classes, nor between political parties either – but right through every human heart”...the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Brendan Barker! Barker is a sales engineer, avid tennis player and University of Wisconsin-Madison alum. He lives and works in the Chicago area! In today's episode, Barker shares how he became interested in engineering and provides three best practices in how to enter the industry successfully. He also shares how he became interested in playing tennis and golf at a young age and still incorporates these sports into his daily grind. Also, he shares his thoughts on the sport of tennis coming back in 2020 and bringing professional tennis to Chicago. Lastly, Barker and Johnson look at the latest and greatest from the Western & Southern Open and predictions for the US Open Tennis Tournament. Barker recommends reading The Gulag Archipelago by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn. (Intro quote by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn) Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Email: bbarker@windycityreps.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-barker-b7b340a7/

One word. Excellence on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Rob Mast! Rob is a Product manager in the sporting goods industry and has a passion for sports! He lives and works in Chicago, IL! In today's episode, Mast shares how he became interested in sports and business and entered the industry after interning for the St. Louis Cardinal’s in college. He shares best practices in building people skills and key relationships in your network. He explains the two types of relationships and how to achieve success as a daily grinder. Mast also shares his experience in sports licensing and transitioning to a new city while sticking with his passion for sports. Lastly, Mast and Johnson look at sports today, providing the latest and greatest from NHL and MLB, to NBA and tennis (ATP, WTA)! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @RobMast2  Instagram: @mastra3 

‘You are a go-getter!’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Shinjini Das! Das is founder of her own company, the Das Media Group where she advocates and creates space for her #GoGetters through real-time motivational content marketing. She empowers 8 million go-getters a month across her social media platforms to go get their goals. She is bicoastal -- works and resides across the United States! In today's episode, Das shares how she became interested in public speaking at a young age to how she entered the digital media and marketing realm after studying industrial engineering. She explains the meaning behind a ‘go-getter’ and the habits of a go-getter, which she also shared on Fox 5 Atlanta! Also, Das gives listeners ways to utilize their strengths as a go-getter in the workplace and everyday life. Be sure to check out her first memoir at age 26,  ‘Unapologetically Shinjini!’ Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @speakershinjini  Instagram: @speakershinjini Unapologetically Shinjini Memoir: https://www.unapologeticallyshinjini.com

‘What is the Dunning-Kruger Effect?’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Gannon Breslin! Breslin is an alumni from the United States Merchant Marine Academy, holding a 3rd Mate Unlimited tonnage license and Ensignofficer in the United States Naval Reserve. He also is cofounder of Fleet Survival, and founder of @RebelMarkets, one of the best financial newsletters in today’s market! He currently lives and works in Dallas, TX! In today's episode, Breslin shares how he became interested in the sea, finance, and investing and further shares his experience in the United States Naval Reserve. He explains the meaning behind @RebelMarkets and message for millennials to any age on trading and better understanding the stock market. Also, Breslin gives listeners best practices for staying on top of market trends and finding value in entrepreneurship. Finally, he shares how one tweet turned into him live streaming himself trading 30 days for a great cause and explains the answer to the intro question above! Check out Breslin’s FREE Financial Newsletter and the FREE Morning Brew Financial Newsletter as well! Use the links below for your FREE subscription counted as a $2 donation to charity! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @rebelmarkets  Instagram: @rebelmarkets  Newsletter: https://rebelmarkets.substack.com/ Youtube: Rebel Markets  Morning Brew Subscribe Donation Link: https://www.morningbrew.com/?utm_source=gannon&utm_medium=donation&utm_campaign=link Rare Cancer Go Fund Me: gf.me/u/ybds2n

‘Protect your energy. Your mental, your emotional, and your physical energy’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Sangay Sirleaf-Gaskin! Sirleaf-Gaskin is a professional learning specialist and founder & director of Gasleaf, an independent consulting joint venture serving the needs of clients in education from strategic planning & organizational effectiveness to program design and management. She currently lives and works in San Francisco, CA with her husband. In today's episode, Sirleaf-Gaskin shares how she became interested in education and the nonprofit sector, to becoming a Teach for America Corps Member, and now founder of her own independent consulting business while working at Amplify as a professional learning specialist. She explains the meaning behind Gasleaf and shares best practices for listeners in regards to starting their own business and thought process behind creating an idea into something more. She also shares a challenging, yet unique success story working with school and learning clients in her ‘daily grind’ and the importance of having a work-life balance. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Receive 20% off your first order of delicious Snack Bars at blakesseedbased.com/DAILY20 Also, be sure to head over to the Daily Grind Instagram to enter our August Giveaway with Blake's Seed Based! Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @sangaynicole  Website: https://gasleaf.org

‘I’m better than no one, but no one is better than me’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Ben Leavitt! Leavitt is a social media strategist and Youtuber that creates content on Youtube to help businesses and people best leverage their social media to enhance their presence and business online. Also, Leavitt is the host of Project Passion podcast that reaches out to the many and brings more passion and fulfillment to their lives both professionally and personally! He currently lives and works in Guelph, Ontario. In today's episode, Leavitt shares how he became interested in social media from starting his own YouTube channel, to interviewing well known guests on the Project Passion Podcast, and while running his own digital marketing and consulting agency. He shares best practices for listeners pursuing what they are passionate about and the importance of networking - how “your network is your net worth.” He also walks us through his ‘daily grind’ and gives listeners key takeaways to balancing a busy schedule. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @benleavitt_   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-leavitt-91a656135/ Project Passion Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/project-passion/id1348197636 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs3lGJvaDVFOjQ3wnv_cggA

‘You haven’t lived a perfect day until you have done something for another person who can never repay you’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Joe Sweeney! Sweeney has spent more than 35 years blending his love of business and passion for sports. He has owned, operated, and sold four manufacturing companies, headed up the Wisconsin Sports Authority, and launched a sports marketing firm. Sweeney purchased equity interest in an investment banking firm and served as president and managing director. He is now an accomplished author, internationally-known speaker, and investor in private equity companies. He currently lives and works in the Milwaukee area. In today's episode, Sweeney shares how sports have influenced his life, the importance of networking, connecting, being true to yourself and your goals. He shares the underlying theme and ‘coming out of the closet’ in his latest book, A Light Shines Through Us. He also talks about his business coaching, the state of sports in 2020 and walks us through his daily ‘flow,’ and gives listeners key takeaways to starting and ending their ‘daily flow’ on the right foot. Also, he challenges listeners to do the rocking chair test. (Intro quote is by John Wooden, NCAA head coach) Joe Sweeney’s latest book, A Light Shines Through Us can be found at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1620237482/ref=tsm_1_tp_tc 8 Questions to Ask Yourself on Your ‘Daily Flow’: What was the best thing that happened today? What did I do today to live my ideal day? What am I most grateful for? What’s one thing I learned today? What did I do today to create value for my family and other people? How did I allow God or a higher power to work through me today? What did I do today to create a belly laugh for myself and others? What am I most looking forward to tomorrow? Also, mentioned in Joe Sweeney’s book, Moving the Needle: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P0YKQ7I/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2 Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @networkingjoe  Instagram: @networkingjoe  Website: https://www.joesweeney.com

‘Think before you tweet’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Nate Jones! We welcome back Jones in kicking off our Season 2 of the Daily Grind. Jones is the host of LifeTips, a podcast discussing important topics that affect our everyday lives and inspires many around him as a motivational speaker and face of the Wise Orator brand. He also is a customer service rep for Farmers Insurance. He currently lives and works in the Washington DC area. In today's episode, Jones shares life tips for our listeners in achieving their goals as a podcaster (or any occupation) and steps to accomplishing those goals on a regular basis. Since making his first appearance on the Daily Grind in Season 1 Episode 42, Jones’ Lifetips has grown 1,515 plays and counting! Also, he shares life tips for keeping in touch with your network and best practices to stay connected to key influencers not in your geographical area and dream big! Besides his podcast Lifetips and the Daily Grind, he recommends listening to Kay’s Korner #TalkAboutItTuesdays, Working Overtime The Podcast with C.N. Sloan, and What’s Stopping You Podcast, Psykhe Mental Wellbeing Podcast by Hannah Stainer, Kendra Dee Experience Podcast, Evolving Spiritually with Dr. LaTanya Moore, and checking out new music by NEUG. Lastly, did you know T.I has his own podcast? It’s called ExpediTIously. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @Auth_Gen_Person  Twitter: @LifetipsPodcast  Instagram: @nate_the_speaker  Instagram: @oratornate  Podcast: www.anchor.fm/lifetips

Plan to work, work to plan on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Dr. Michael Hartle! Dr. Hartle is not only a chiropractic physician, but has several certifications in health, nutrition, chiropractic sports and strength and conditioning. He is also a Master Strongfirst Certified Instructor with StrongFirst. He is the co-developer of the StrongFirst SFL Barbell Certification. Dr. Hartle travels around the USA and the world teaching barbell and kettlebell certifications. He currently lives and works in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In today's episode, Dr. Hartle shares his well-rounded background and how he has inspired many throughout competition, sports, coaching, strength training, chiropractors, and more! At Allen County Family & Sports Chiropractic, he treats, trains and advises all kinds of patients, from babies to the elderly, from youth athletes to NCAA student-athletes to professional athletes. In this episode, he shares a few recent success stories from patients and provides advice to listeners in how to better themselves through training and work towards their goals. Dr. Hartle also shares the hard work, motivation, and key takeaways behind coaching junior high football and track and field, volunteering his time for 16 years, and playing semi-pro football as a defensive tackle for over 10 years. (Intro quote by Dr. Michael Hartle himself!) Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Dr. Michael Hartle Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @drmichaelhartle  Instagram: @drmichaelhartle  Instagram: @chiropower  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllenCountyFamilyandSportsChiropractic/ Website: http://chiropower.com

One word. Endure on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Richard Dodd! Dodd is a Milwaukee running legend -- competing as an elite runner, currently a Head Boys Cross Country Coach & Assistant Track Coach for over 25 years and Race Director (founding and supporting multiple local races). He lives and works in the Milwaukee area. In today's episode, Dodd shares his running story from the beginning at a young age through setting high school records, qualifying for the Boston Marathon at age 18, his lifetime involvement with the Badgerland Striders, co-founding the Firecracker Four with his twin brother, and setting the Wisconsin state record in the 50K with his twin brother as well! Dodd has earned the Wisconsin state coach of the year and recently co-founded Ethan’s Run Against Addiction, which is happening this year on August 22nd, 2020. Dodd shares after 12.5 years of sobriety, how he has overcome alcoholism. He also shares advice for our listeners in staying mentally strong during training and races and coming back after life setbacks or personal injuries. Dodd recommends reading The Unforgiving Line by Paul Maurer (Daily Grind Season 1, Episode 27). Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Richard Dodd Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richard.dodd.35 Ethan’s Run Against Addiction Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EthansRunAgainstAddiction/ Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Article on Richard Dodd: https://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/richarddodd.html

‘I am always ready for an idea and an old wine’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Stefano Carbonelli! Carbonelli is the CEO and founder of BeenGoody, a digital platform that allows you to select restaurants, producers and food and wine shops, hotels and all those places where you are comfortable. He lives and works in Rome, Italy. In today's episode, Carbonelli shares his inspiration for starting his own business, Beengoody, motivation to take on another ecommerce project Winebrity, and challenges he has faced as an Italian start-up versus an American start-up. He also shares advice for our listeners in starting their own business and key takeaways in staying organized to balance that busy ‘daily grind’ schedule. (Intro quote by Bertolotti). Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Stefano Carbonelli Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Email: stefano.carbonelli@beengoody.com Beengoody Instagram: @beengoody  Beengoody Website: https://www.beengoody.com/about/ Winebrity Instagram: @winebrity  Winebrity Website: https://www.winebrity.it

‘You have the life you are willing to put up with’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Stef Caldwell! Caldwell specializes in customer experience at Narrative Science, founder of Manifest, a growing community of and for ambitious women, creating spaces for women to gather with like-minded women to have open dialogue about the challenges they face both personally and professionally. She lives and works in Chicago, IL. In today's episode, Caldwell shares her childhood background, overcoming anxiety about the future, and career motivation to later inspire her to create Manifest and how she expanded her mark and ultimately sharing her leadership skills, ambiguous goal-setting and confident mindset with others. Since then, she has truly developed a community of women who support each other’s biggest ambitions (and challenge each other to take action) and recently published her first book, ManifestHer. She also teased our listeners that she is working on a second book, Manifest Her to Personal Finance so stay tuned! Besides checking out Manifest Her and the Data Storytelling Podcast and grabbing a copy of ManifestHer,  she recommends 5 books: 1. A Tribe Called Bliss by Lori Harder. 2. Choose Wonder Over Worry by Amber Rae. 3. The Third Door by Alex Banayan. 4. Atomic Habits by James Clear. 5. I Can’t Make This Up by Kevin Hart. (Intro quote is by author Gary John Bishop).  Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty    Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @bystefcaldwell  Manifest Instagram: @manifest.her  ManifestHer Podcast: https://manifesther-podcast.simplecast.com/ The Data Storytelling Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-data-storytelling-podcast/id1513431423 Website: https://www.bystefcaldwell.com/ Manifest Website: https://manifest-her.com/

Growth in grace on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Melissa Johnson! Johnson is a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, health coach, certified personal trainer, host of Fit For Bliss Podcast, owner of Shine Freely Co, founder of Bound in Bliss blog, wife and dog mom! She lives and works in Sandy Springs, GA. Her work is dedicated to helping empower women to find consistency in fitness and wellness while learning to show themselves grace in the process. In today's episode, Johnson shares her inspiration for creating Bound for Bliss and how she expanded her mark in the fitness and wellness industry through health coaching, lifestyle blogging, and hosting Fit For Bliss, a faith & fitness-based podcast. Also, she shares her background as a collegiate soccer player and managing anxiety to ways to simplify your life and small steps to a healthier you. Besides checking out the Fit For Bliss Podcast, she recommends listening to The SHE Podcast, She’s Here For It, and reading Own Your Everyday by Jordan Lee Dooley. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @melissajohnson_828  Bound In Bliss Instagram: @bound_in_bliss  Fit For Bliss Podcast Instagram: @fitforbliss_podcast Fit For Bliss Podcast: soundcloud.com/fitforbliss Shine Freely Co Instagram: @shine_freelyco  Website: https://www.boundinbliss.net

One word. Perseverance on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Jonathan Rajchel! Rajchel is a student at the University of Pittsburgh studying finance and business information systems (BIS), creator of the Robinhood Snacks Daily podcast #SnacksChallenge, and avid runner. He currently lives and works in White Oak, Pennsylvania. In today's episode, Rajchel shares how he first became interested in studying finance and BIS, and volunteering with the youth group and tech team at his local church. He shares his inspiration for creating the Robinhood Snacks podcast #SnacksChallenge and how he got into running at a youth age and organizing the Brain Cancer Awareness 5K. He shares how the COVID-19 pandemic affected his ‘daily grind’ as a Pittsburgh student on campus. Also, he shares best advice for balancing his busy schedule using three categories: Negotiables, Non-Negotiables, and Flexibles. Besides checking out the Robinhood Snacks Daily podcast, he recommends listening to the Joe Rogan Experience, Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast, and the Lore podcast. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @jonpeterrach  Instagram: @jonathan.rajchel 

Intuition and intentionality on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Erin Mayer! Mayer is an attorney specializing in commercial litigation and labor & employment, and founder of The Assist, a weekly newsletter that connects women with opportunities and collaborators. She currently lives and works in the Chicago area. In today's episode, Mayer shares how he first became interested in law and specializing in commercial litigation, and her overall inspiration for creating The Assist. She shares how the COVID-19 pandemic affected her ‘daily grind’ and recent success stories from women connecting on The Assist. Also, she shares best advice for finding that work-life balance with a busy schedule and the importance of a healthy well-being. Besides checking out The Assist, she recommends reading You Are a Badass at Making Money: Master the Mindset of Wealth by Jen Sincero, Untamed by Glennon Doyle, and Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert and following business leaders, Brene Brown and Elaine Welteroth. Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Erin Mayer Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @assist_your_sisters  Website: https://assistyoursisters.com

Do whatever you will, do what you will because people will talk anyway, on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Martin ter Denge! Martin is a freelance copywriter and experienced podcast host. His latest and second podcast to date is WATATA, a podcast discussing everyday topics while having fun with his close friends and guests sharing their stories. He currently lives and works in the Netherlands. In today's episode, Martin shares how he first became interested in writing, passion for teaching Low Saxon, learning new languages (has learned 6 languages!), podcasting, and his overall inspiration for creating WATATA. He shares how the COVID-19 pandemic affected his ‘daily grind’ and the history behind Low Saxon and how he’s helping grow the language around him. In the last seven episodes, WATATA has over 1,000 plays and counting! Also, he shares best advice and unique marketing strategies in growing your podcast. Besides checking out his latest podcast WATATA, he recommends listening to BBC’s Dead Ringer for humor and entertainment. (Intro translated from a Dutch Low Saxon quote). Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Martin ter Denge Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @martinterdenge  Instagram: @martinterdenge  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/watata Website: https://wearldsproake.nl

Purpose and people on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Nate Jones! Jones is the host of LifeTips, a podcast discussing important topics that affect our everyday lives and inspires many around him as a motivational speaker. He currently lives and works in the Washington DC area. In today's episode, Jones shares how he first became interested in podcasting and public speaking and his overall inspiration for creating Lifetips. He shares how the COVID-19 pandemic affected his former career in insurance and cancelling networking & speaking events and how he has made the most of this situation through seeking opportunities and growing Lifetips. In the last two weeks along, Lifetips has an audience size of 22 and 681 plays and counting! Also, he shares advice to our listeners in finding their passion and setting yourself up for success. Besides his podcast Lifetips and the Daily Grind, he recommends listening to Ladies Like Us, The Process, and What’s Stopping You podcast, and checking out up and coming music by NEUG. Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Nate Jones Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @Auth_Gen_Person  Twitter: @LifetipsPodcast  Instagram: @nate_the_speaker  Instagram: @oratornate  TikTok: NateJones654 Podcast: www.anchor.fm/lifetips Website: natejones2016.wixsite.com/whoisnatejones

‘The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain’ on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Tori Maldonado! Maldonado is in her junior year as a pre-med student at Loyola University Chicago, and while studying, works full time at a medicinal cannabis dispensary, shadows a neurosurgeon, and a tennis player and enthusiast. Maldonado currently lives and works in the Chicago area. In today's episode, Maldonado shares how playing tennis has influenced her to grow and pushed herself to accomplish her goals. She shares how she became interested in the medical field through her brother diagnosed with a heart condition, her family, and “love for those in need.” She mentions the importance of a positive mindset and having work-life balance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Maldonado also shares her ‘daily grind’ during the week. She recommends reading James Frey’s book “A Million Little Pieces.” Finally, we encourage supporting local businesses in Chicago during this time! Maldonado recommends checking out great eats at Maxwell Street Polish, Mario’s Italian Lemonade, Damenzo’s Pizza, and Tequila’s Mexican Cantina. Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Tori Maldonado Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @torimaldonado_ 

One word. Persistence on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Eric Esposito! Esposito is a traumatic brain injury (TBI) survivor, triathlete blogger, author, social media content producer and former architect. Esposito currently lives and works in Atlanta, GA. In today's episode, Esposito shares how he first became interested in triathlon, how he has become an expert in each race segment: swimming, cycling, and running, and his overall inspiration for his triathlon blog. He shares his challenges in competing after his accident as a TBI athlete and differences in his everyday routine during the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, he shares a handful of pro tips when traveling, competing, and things he’s learned in the triathlon without having a coach. In addition, Esposito shares the importance of having a triathlon checklist, staying motivated and having a work-life balance, and finding what you are passionate about and doing it! He is currently working on a second book about competing in 50 triathlons in 50 states, stay tuned. He recommends listening to the Crime in Sports podcast. Be sure to follow Esposito’s social media and triathlon blog for his latest race reports! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @esposwimbikerun  Instagram: @esposwimbikerun  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWyqMpKxQU-10SoA7JvdKEg Website: https://esposwimbikerun.com

If you are wrong, admit it quickly and emphatically on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Jeff Mason! Mason is the founder of SimpleBiz360, providing timeless business tools from a book and programs to blogs and podcasts designed to assist solopreneurs, small businesses and leaders. In addition to writing, speaking and podcasting, he operates a one-person sales agency in the Upper Midwest. Mason currently lives and works in Cottleville, Missouri. In today's episode, Mason shares how he became interested in writing and speaking and his overall inspiration for SimpleBiz 360. He mentions the importance of a humble attitude, hard work, and personal experience has shaped his career and impact on others. He also shares his success stories and challenges as an author, speaker, and podcaster during the COVID-19 pandemic and how he stays organized with his day job and ‘daily grind.’ His latest SimpleBiz 360 podcast Episode 26, is now being featured in Stockton University’s 50th anniversary collection and in the works in documentation with curators at other universities during this historic time. In addition, Mason shares the importance of work-life balance and his running background of 6 marathons (throughout the years over 35,000 miles!). This episode’s quote (listed above) is by Dale Carnegie, one of Mason’s motivating business leaders; he recommends you read his book “How to Win Friends & Influence People,” along with Harold Geneen’s “Managing” and the Chalene Johnson podcast. Finally, be sure to check out Jeff Mason’s “SimpleBiz 360” and listen to the SimpleBiz 360 Podcast. Episode-exclusive SimpleBiz 360 segment "Lost in the Shuffle" Artist: The Myddle Class Track: "Free As The Wind" Released: 1965 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Jeff Mason Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://ambiguouspodcastsolutions.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @simplebiz360  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplebiz360/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEJoVz2vambgIUOf0Rc_pjg Website: https://simplebiz360.com/

Anyone who does not believe in miracles is not a realist on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Eden Shireen! Shireen is a 24 year old songwriter and singer. An expressive young vocalist, Shireen uses her songwriting and vocal talent to formulate smooth lyrics that story-tell the exhilaration of falling in love and the delicate details of living in the moment. She is a 2015 Florida GRAMMY Showcase finalist and the headliner of the Eden Shireen Live in Manila, Philippines tour. Shireen is originally from Land O’ Lakes, Florida and currently lives and works in the Tampa Bay area. In today's episode, Shireen shares how she became interested in music at a young age and her motivation to continually inspire her followers and overall community. She walks us through the timely process in producing one of her most recent music videos ‘Letters’, building her production team, and overcoming last minute challenges she has experienced when producing and even performing. In addition, Shireen shares ways to balance internal and external feelings when creatively writing through working out, yoga, or just moving around! This episode’s quote (listed above) is by Audrey Hepburn, one of Shireen’s music icons. Be sure to tune into Shireen’s live stream on April 25th with Downtown St. Petersburg. Follow her social channels below for the live link! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @edenshireen  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/edenshireenmusic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPNw03bZY14Yq68wWGIwKQQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/31otjVqZ1y2VuxYMv1069z Website: https://edenshireen.com

The best thing about the future is that it comes only one day at a time on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Michelle Banda! Banda is by day a gracious, composed caregiver and by night the founder of Hidden Imperium, aiming to tell powerful cinematic films by utilizing various techniques and styles in order to create beautiful impact. Besides filmmaking, Banda is also a multi-genre musician under the name Arkanzet. Banda is originally from Lusaka, Zambia and currently lives and works in the Chicago area. In today's episode, Banda shares how he became interested in film and music and balances her schedule as a caregiver to share her passion for composing and producing wonderful work. She walks us through the timely process in producing a short film such as The Spirit of Chicago and Mary; and her inspiration behind her latest albums Rise and To Him in Everything. In addition, Banda shares best practices and ways for listeners to destress on tough days with sound therapy and ASMR videos on YouTube. Banda recommends following motivational speakers Robin Sharma, Eric Thomas, Les Brown, and Mel Robbins. She also recommends reading  “Master the Day” by Alexander Heyne and the classic “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” by Mark Twain. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Michelle’s Instagram: @mbandaofficial Arkanzet Instagram: @arkanzet  Hidden Imperium Instagram: @hiddenimperium  Hidden Imperium Facebook: @HiddenImperium  Hidden Imperium Twitter: @HiddenImperium 

Do something today your future self will say thank you for on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Will Schultz! Schultz is an outstanding educator--not only a geometry & AP Statistics high school teacher, but also coaches boys and girls tennis and bowling at the varsity level, a USTA certified umpire, line umpire, chair umpire and an ITA certified umpire, and even shares his knowledge for the love of the sport and in other areas such as investing. Schultz is originally from Waukesha, WI and currently lives and works in the Las Vegas area. In today's episode, Schultz shares how he became interested in tennis and pursued a career in secondary education and coaching, interesting on-and-off court stories while teaching and officiating, how to become a tennis official, the importance of motivation and goal setting in your ‘daily grind,’ best practices in creating your financial goals, and  investing tools you can use to achieve your goals. In addition, Schultz shares his favorite national parks to visit and how COVID-19 lockdown is affecting both students, teachers, and schools across the US.  Schultz recommends reading “Broke Millennial” and “Broke Millennial Investing” by Erin Lowry, “The Bogleheads Guide to the Three Fund Portfolio” by Taylor Larimore, “Wilderness Essays” by John Muir, and “Open” by Andre Agassi and checking out the Investors Podcast, Freakonomics Radio, and of course the Daily Grind! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @THEWillSchultz 

Times like this are what entrepreneurs use to create the future on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson, your one and only host sharing her 'daily grind.' In today's episode, Johnson records her first episode with a new mixer and audio equipment, goes through a quick Q&A about herself, and shares several basic measures from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Always a reminder to stay safe, stay at home, and stay positive during these self-quarantine times. In addition, Johnson provides updates on her running schedule, work grind, and exciting news to come on her podcast network. Johnson recommends checking out The Joe Rogan Experience Episode #1436 featuring Adam Curry and reading 'Make Time' by Jake Knapp, which is about creating time and finding focus in everyday life.  Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty 

All that I need is within me now, on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Stacey ‘Grace’ Fenton! Fenton is a leading educational trainer & tech speaker, specializing in exploration, wonderment, and kindness using technology. She has led training and workshops for Girl Develop It, Grand Circus Tech Bootcamp, United Shore, Wayne County, MI, and colleges and Universities across the country. She is launching two projects this Spring: Anon Kind Notes and Show & Tell After 5, intended to spark curiosity, fun, and kindness in the lives of busy young professionals. Fenton is originally from Detroit, MI and currently lives and works in San Antonio, TX. In today's episode, Fenton shares how to overcome challenges, stay organized and create goals for the week, and manage anxiety or depression based on her own personal experiences. In addition, Fenton shares the ‘Top 5 things you need to know going into the real world!’ Also, Fenton recommends reading “Stop Saying You’re Fine” by Mel Robbins and checking out “The 5 Second Rule” TED talk. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceymfenton/

Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and returning special guest Chris Clark! Clark is currently the director of business for Workforce Athletics, San-Francisco start-up, strengthening company culture by investing in the lifelong success of employee-athletes through offering premium sports leagues, and founder of the Traveling Tennis Coach. Clark is originally from Battle Creek, MI and currently lives and and works in Chicago, IL. In today's episode, Clark shares his key takeaways from the Australian Open, upcoming tennis tournament season, the future of American tennis, and players to watch up-and-coming and recent injuries and retirements in both ATP and WTA tours. In addition, Clark gives Johnson some advice on her latest tournament and answers common questions about training for competition, close game, set or match strategies, recovering after a bad performance, and ways to stay focused to achieve that ‘W’. Clark shares ‘Our Deepest Fear’ by Marianne Williamson as today’s Word of the Day, be sure to check out! Also, Johnson shares COVID-19 disclaimer and ways to practice good personal health habits in your home and workplace. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind  Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @the_traveling_tennis_coach Website: www.thetravelingtenniscoach.com

Nothing is impossible on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Richard Herskovitz! Herskovitz is a competitive standing adapted tennis player and executive recruiter, former amputee bodybuilder, husband and father of three beautiful children. Herskovitz currently lives in Reisterstown, Maryland and works in the Baltimore area. In today's episode, Herskovitz shares his athletic journey since contracting a disease called Necrotizing Fasciitis in October 2005, undergoing more than 20 surgeries leaving him with a prosthetic leg to play standing adapted tennis and compete in bodybuilding . In addition, Herskovitz talks about his on-court training to compete on the national standing adapted tennis level, ways to stay motivated through various challenges, and his new off-court activity, dog training. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind  Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Website: www.richardherskovitz.com

One word. Purposeful on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Krystyn Johnson! Johnson is a professional makeup artist, who specializes in Commercial Print, Production, Corporate, TV/Video, Special Event/Bridal, Beauty and Fashion. Johnson currently lives and works in the Chicago area and travels nationally & internationally for her work as well. In today's episode, Johnson talks about how her childhood interest influenced her career transition working in a corporate setting to an accomplished makeup artist. In addition, Johnson shares key traits to have as an entrepreneur, how to utilize your strengths and have a plan to grow your business, and the importance of a work-life balance. She also recommends reading “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty  Instagram: @kellyjlefty  Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @KrystynJMakeup  Facebook: @KrystynJMakeup Website: www.KrystynJohnson.com

Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast.This episode features Kelly Johnson, your one and only host sharing her 'daily grind.' In today's episode, Johnson celebrates National Random Acts of Kindness Week (February 16-22) and gets inspiration and ideas at: www.randomactsofkindness.org/ as well! In addition, Johnson provides a running injury update, recommendations for The Pitch and The Startup podcasts by Gimlet Media, and her upcoming USTA tennis tournament this weekend. #MakeKindnessTheNorm #RandomActsofKindnessWeek #RandomActsofKindnessDay Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty

One word. Purposeful on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Nicole Gainacopulos! Gainacopulos is a running coach and strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) and founder of Momentum of MKE, which specializes in customized running coaching for all distances, levels, shapes, speeds, and sizes. Gainacopulos currently lives and works in the Milwaukee area. In today's episode, Gainacopulos talks about how she running background from age 8 to her first marathon in 2010 has influenced her to ‘share the momentum’ and create the Momentum of MKE brand! In addition, Gainacopulos shares recent success stories of different Momentum runners and her new ambassador program #RunMomentumMKE , the increasing trend toward long distance running across the US, and overall give you motivation to go out and run! She also recommends reading “How Bad Do You Want It?” by Matt Fitzgerald. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @RunMomentumMKE  Facebook: @MomentumMKE  Website: http://momentummke.com/

Don’t be so hung up on love that you don’t allow yourself to be hurt. Don’t be so hung up on hurt that you don’t allow yourself to be loved on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Toya Gipson! Gipson is the founder and CEO of Chicago Bravo, which is more than just a food blog, providing you with things to see, things to do, restaurant reviews and more in the Windy City! Gipson is originally from the west side of Chicago and currently lives and works in the city. In today's episode, Gipson tells us her story on how one of her top three childhood answers to “what do you want to be when you grow up” became true and how her experience as a drama director at her church and friend’s advice motivated her to start Chicago Bravo. In addition, Gipson shares what’s upcoming on her ‘daily grind,’ and the importance of growing your business and your brand. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: chicago_bravo Facebook: Chicago Bravo Website: www.chicagobravo.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/ChicagoBravo

Hopes and dreams drive us. Motivate us. They get us up for an early morning run and out the door on a sub-zero day on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Paul Maurer! Maurer is a Milwaukee native, chiropractor, runner, and accomplished author of ‘The Unforgiving Line.’ Maurer currently lives and works in the Milwaukee area. In today's episode, Maurer shares his running background, his inspiration to write novels, and how balances his busy schedule to fit publishing his latest novel, ‘The Unforgiving Line,’ about a distance running warrior Mac who cannot erase his failure at the worst of times: the 1968 Olympic trials fifteen-hundred meters and D.J., a talented but emotionally fractured sixteen-year old, carrying scars garnered from a troubled home life. Mac and D.J. form an unlikely pairing, but each carries the other on a path that encounters rejection, failure, and broken dreams in the quest of finding love and redemption. Maurer also reveals what it takes to become a writer, best practices for young writers, and the journey behind turning an idea you brainstorm on a training run into one amazing, 299-page running novel. Also, Episode 27 is our first live podcast recorded at MKE Run Fit Fest in Milwaukee, WI. If you would like to view this episode video, please visit: https://youtu.be/B3ljdODqT80 Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Video Credit: Alpha Digital Pro Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Podcast Network: https://www.ambiguousproduction.com/ Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Where to Find Paul Maurer’s ‘The Unforgiving Line’ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Unforgiving-Line-Paul-C-Maurer/dp/0359944949/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+unforgiving+line&qid=1580792803&sr=8-1 Lulu: http://www.lulu.com/shop/paul-c-maurer/the-unforgiving-line/paperback/product-24408786.html

Perseverance, podcasting, and sports on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Ian DeMarse! DeMarse is a debt collector, avid Wisconsin sports fan, and co-host of the Touchdown Tuesdays, Brew Sports Podcast. DeMarse is originally from Escanaba, Michigan and currently lives and works in the Milwaukee area. In today's episode, DeMarse provides his gameday insights from playing linebacker at Wisconsin Lutheran College to recap the latest NFL Divisional Championship games and the Green Bay Packers’ performance this season. In addition, DeMarse shares how Brew Sports started and how he balances his busy schedule to fit in sports podcasting, participating in four fantasy sports leagues, playing sports, and staying up to date on the latest sports. Also, Kelly finally shares the story behind meeting founder Will Tarashuk of the Ambiguous Network and the Daily Grind officially joining their podcast network! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @sportsdude_603 Touchdown Tuesday Twitter: @TdwnTuesPodcast Touchdown Tuesday Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/touchdown-tuesdays

Trust, listen and learn how to be in tune with yourself and what your next steps are in life on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Erin Magennis! Magennis is a neuroscientist, mindset coach, Wisconsin 25 Under 25, HATCH Top100 NextGen, and founder of CalmLet, a smart bracelet biofeedback device paired with a community based app that helps people manage stress and anxiety in the moment. Magennis is originally born in Connecticut and currently lives and works in the Milwaukee area. In today's episode, Magennis shares her journey of becoming an entrepreneur by overcoming health challenges and channeling her passion for holistic health, neuroscience, and nutrition. In addition, Magennis explains how she became involved in the tech space and the importance of surrounding yourself with different people and different perspectives. Also, Kelly reveals exciting news...the Daily Grind is joining the Ambiguous Network! Check out our next episode as Kelly shares the story behind the Daily Grind and where you can find more content on other network favorites such as You Mad Bro, which covers all the news stories people can't stop talking about, the Sam Bussell Podcast, which covers movies and entertainment and GDP, which interviews goal driven professionals with a goal driven process. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @kjfdailygrind Facebook: @kjfdailygrind Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @erinmagennis CalmLet Twitter: @CalmLetTeam CalmLet Instagram: @calmletteam  CalmLet Website: http://www.calmlet.com/

If you believe in yourself, and you are halfway there on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Kristie Jorfald! Jorfald is a celebrity and personal wardrobe stylist who is dedicated to helping women and men invest in themselves and live their best lives through investing in themselves and their body, lifestyle, and self-care. Jorfald is originally from Lake Forest, IL, and currently lives and works in the Chicago area. In today's episode, Jorfald shares her inspiration behind becoming an entrepreneur, best advice for future stylists and young individuals starting their own business, and her personal tips on finding work life balance. In addition, Jorfald walks us through a styling and shopping day with a client and how she has helped her clients build their confidence through wardrobe styling. History in the making as Jorfald is our first personal stylist on the Daily Grind! For all the entrepreneurs listening into today’s episode, Jorfald recommends The Brand Called You: Make Your Business Stand Out in a Crowded Marketplace by Peter Montoya and Tim Vandehey to add to your reading list! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Website: http://www.kjfwi.org Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @kristiejorfald Website: http://www.kristiejorfald.com

If you want something you’ve never have, you have to do something that you’ve never done with #kellyfast on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson, your one and only host sharing her 'daily grind.' In today's episode, Johnson shares her Mississippi Gulf Coast marathon experience and persevering through mid-race sickness, her memorable New Years Eve in Las Vegas and thrilling New Years Day attending the Rose Bowl, the Granddaddy of them all: University of Wisconsin-Madison vs. University of Oregon, and the latest on the MKE Run Fit Fest presented by the Johnson Foundation - Milwaukee's Only Running & Fitness Festival! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Website: http://www.kjfwi.org

The more you talk about what you are doing, the more help you will get to grow on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Rachel Cash! Cash is a privacy attorney, project manager in data privacy, and owner of TWO businesses: Rachel Anne Linens, a home textile business and Elroi, a mobile data privacy & security application. Cash is originally from Southfield, MI, currently lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago and works in the Chicago area. In today's episode, Cash shares her journey of becoming an entrepreneur, best practices for staying organized, finding balance, building teams, and the importance of having a mentor. In addition, Cash explains why our data has become a commodity in today’s society and how the data and privacy industry is shifting. History in the making as Cash is our first project manager on the Daily Grind! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Website: http://www.kjfwi.org Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @_rachelcash Elroi Instagram: @elroi_app Elroi Website: https://www.elroiapp.com Rachel Anne Linen Instagram: @rachelannelinens Rachel Anne Linen Website: http://www.rachelannelinens.com

Be nice to yourself and be proud of who you are and what you have accomplished thus far on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Tyler Banh! Banh is an instructional designer, former public educator teaching high school mathematics, on the board of directors for nonprofit UVSA Midwest and fellow University of Wisconsin-Madison alum! Banh is first-generation Vietnamese American, originally from Janesville, WI and currently lives and works in the Chicago area. In today's episode, we talk about Banh's transition from education to the business sector, his community involvement and mentoring, and staying connected with his network. In addition, Banh shares best practices in prioritizing your time, bettering yourself utilizing resources such as LinkedIn Learning, and learning more about emotional intelligence through business experts Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves (Authors of Emotional Intelligence 2.0). Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Website: http://www.kjfwi.org Follow our Special Guest: Twitter: @Mr_TylerBanh LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerbanh/

Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Taylor Morrison! Morrison is a health and wellness founder, self-care facilitator, and brand and culture builder. She also hosts her own podcast Be School, where she shares her own journey of learning, unlearning, and growth in the hopes that her audience can do the same. Morrison currently lives and works in the Chicago area.  In today's episode, we talk about Morrison's motivation behind starting her daily podcast to providing brand experience consultancy and now leading her own business, Inner Workout, a mat-based self-care practice for your whole being. In addition, Morrison shares best practices in work and life balance and her podcast favorites including: How I Built This, Masters of Scale, Girlboss Radio, and Second Life and one of her favorite books you should read: Secrets of Six Figure Women.  Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Website: http://www.kjfwi.org Follow our Special Guest: Instagram: @taylorelysemorrison Inner Workout Instagram: @innerworkout Inner Workout Website: https://www.innerworkout.co/

Consistency is the key to success with #kellyfast on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson, your one and only host sharing her 'daily grind' at the start of December. In today's episode, Johnson shares national holidays of the month, an inspiring and action-packed December could-do list from The Simple Things, the upcoming College Football Bowl schedule, two motivational sports and business reads, easy steps to support your favorite charities including the Kelly Johnson Foundation while you shop for holiday gifts online, and a reason to share your smile everyday! Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Website: http://www.kjfwi.org

Exclusive Turkey Day episode with #kellyfast on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson, your one and only host sharing her 'daily grind' at the end of November. In today's episode, Johnson reflects on her holiday(s) spent in Wisconsin including Thanksgiving and Black Friday, the success of the 2nd annual Turkey Trot presented by the Kelly Johnson Foundation,  being a tour guide for her parents' day trip to Chicago, her exciting weekend plans and upcoming marathon travels, and why you should never sell yourself short in life. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Website: http://www.kjfwi.org

Don't be lazy (all the time) and optimize your schedule on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest Anurag Choudhary! Choudhary has been a software engineer at Microsoft for over 3 years and flies into Chicago every weekend pursuing his MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He has served as CTO at the Irrelevant Project, a nonprofit fighting gender stereotypes formation in adolescents, and is a passionate instrumentalist and songwriter. Choudhary is originally from India and currently lives and works in the Seattle area.  In today's episode, we talk about Choudhary's 'daily grind' from traveling to and from his masters program while finding time for his community involvement and passion for music, how to have a positive mindset in overcoming busy schedules, engineering industry trends, and differences between laid-back Seattle and happy-holidays Chicago. Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow our Host: Twitter: @kellyjlefty Instagram: @kellyjlefty Website: http://www.kjfwi.org Follow our Special Guest: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/an5rag Instagram: @an5rag

Listen, quiet your mind, and find your purpose on the Daily Grind, your new weekly motivational podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson and special guest James McGee! McGee is an Irish for