Ep. 46 - Helping Others Rise: Carl Michel’s Mission to Inspire & Lead
Release Date: 03/04/2025
Ep. 59 - Purpose Behind the Plate: Love, Faith & Philanthropy with Ashley Rodón
Finding Purpose
This week on The Finding Purpose Podcast, I sit down with someone I’ve come to deeply admire—not just for the work she does, but for the way she carries herself through every chapter of life. Ashley Rodón is a woman of quiet strength, unwavering faith, and intentional service. Over the past year, I’ve had the privilege of getting to know Ashley both personally and professionally, and this conversation reflects the deep mutual respect we’ve built along the way. Ashley is a devoted mother, a woman of purpose, and the co-founder of , which she and her husband—Yankees pitcher Carlos...
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Ep. 58 - How Angelique Dawson Found Purpose Through Philanthropy, Family, and Leadership
Finding Purpose
Adam sits down with Angelique Dawson, a powerhouse attorney, stepmom of five, philanthropist, and founder of Agile Angel Ventures. Her story is one of grace, grit, and giving back—from losing her father at a young age, to building a career in law and compliance, to becoming a fierce advocate for women entrepreneurs and local nonprofits. In this episode, Angelique opens up about how growing up as the only child of immigrant parents shaped her worldview and ambition. She talks about the power of discipline, the impact of grief, and the unexpected love that came with becoming a wife,...
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Ep. 57 - How to Move from Chaos to Clarity and Heal from the Inside Out with Diamandia Lingos
Finding Purpose
Adam sits down with Diamandia Lingos, a creative executive turned transformational entrepreneur whose journey from trauma to purpose is both raw and inspiring. With a background that spans from launching global brands at UFC to studying at Yale and speaking on the TEDx stage, Diamandia brings hard-earned wisdom and unfiltered honesty to the mic. In this episode, she shares how grief, burnout, and chronic health issues forced her to slow down—and how stillness became her superpower. After losing her brother to addiction and her fiancé to suicide, Diamandia hit rock bottom. But it was in that...
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Ep. 56 - Designing a Life of Purpose with America’s Top Lifestyle Expert, Mar Jennings
Finding Purpose
In this inspiring and deeply human episode of The Finding Purpose Podcast, host Adam Vohra sits down with Mar Jennings, the Emmy-nominated TV personality, bestselling author, real estate entrepreneur, and America’s Top Lifestyle Expert. With a resume that includes figure skating champion, banking executive, TV host, and luxury brand founder, Mar’s career path is anything but linear—and it’s all rooted in purpose. Raised in a home shaped by adversity, Mar found strength early on as a caregiver, a competitor, and a creative spirit. In this episode, he opens up about the profound impact...
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Ep. 55 – Reinvention, Resilience & Realness: Tanya Memme on Fame, Fire, and Finding Her Voice
Finding Purpose
In this powerful episode of The Finding Purpose Podcast, Adam Vohra sits down with Tanya Memme, a celebrated TV host, lifestyle expert, and Miss World Canada turned transformational coach. You may recognize her from A&E’s Sell This House, the Hallmark Channel, or DirectTV campaigns—but behind the on-camera career is a journey marked by deep reinvention, resilience, and a bold return to self. Tanya opens up about her rise through pageantry, the reality of working in Hollywood, and how her identity became tangled in achievement and appearance. But it’s what happened when the cameras...
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Ep. 54 - How to Turn Failure Into Fuel With Dan Sachkowsky
Finding Purpose
In this raw and electrifying episode of The Finding Purpose Podcast, host Adam Vohra sits down with Dan Sachkowsky, a high-energy entrepreneur and coach who’s turned life-altering adversity into purpose-driven leadership. From growing up in a packed New Jersey household with big dreams, to becoming a self-made business owner by 17—and later losing it all—Dan’s story is a testament to grit, growth, and grace. After surviving a heart attack in 2022, Dan redefined his life’s mission. No longer chasing external success, he’s now committed to helping others find their “why” and...
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Ep. 53 - How to Build Boldly and Lead with Quiet Confidence with Laura Sabia
Finding Purpose
In this empowering episode of The Finding Purpose Podcast, Adam Vohra sits down with Laura Sabia, a powerhouse entrepreneur and quiet force in Fairfield County’s lifestyle and wellness community. Laura is the founder of Emboss Life, a mindset and business mentorship platform for female entrepreneurs. She’s also the owner of multiple Pure Barre studios, the Editor-in-Chief of Greenwich Lifestyle, Darien & New Canaan Lifestyle, and Upper Westchester Lifestyle magazines—and the author of You Can Thank Me Later: Startup Secrets I Wish I Knew. Laura shares her inspiring journey from a...
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Ep. 52 - Framing Purpose Through a Creative Lens with Omar Reynoso
Finding Purpose
In this compelling episode of The Finding Purpose Podcast, host Adam Vohra sits down with Omar Reynoso, a visionary filmmaker whose work behind the camera has shaped music culture across the globe. From producing music videos with icons like 50 Cent, Daddy Yankee, and Carol G, to creating stunning visuals that have amassed over 25 billion views, Omar’s creativity knows no bounds. But behind the global success lies a deeply personal story—rooted in resilience, migration, and the pursuit of meaning. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in Queens and Westchester, NY, Omar shares how...
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Ep. 51 - How to Reclaim Your Joy Through Surrender with Julie Vincent
Finding Purpose
In this powerful episode of The Finding Purpose Podcast, host Adam Vohra sits down with Julie Vincent, founder of Clear Space for Joy, a business dedicated to helping individuals declutter their homes, hearts, and minds. Julie shares her transformative story of navigating physical pain, professional burnout, and emotional healing to ultimately discover her calling in guiding others toward more purposeful, intentional lives. From a childhood marked by early surgeries to a career in corporate marketing that left her unfulfilled, Julie opens up about her decision to pursue wellness, spiritual...
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Ep. 50 - Raising the Bar in Hospitality: Dana Cifone’s Journey of Purpose and Excellence
Finding Purpose
In this milestone 50th episode of the Finding Purpose Podcast, Adam sits down with Dana Cifone, powerhouse hospitality leader and Director of Operations at Townhouse, one of Greenwich’s premier dining destinations. Dana has spent over two decades mastering the nuances of style, service, and leadership in the food and beverage industry. From her early days setting the table with her mom to running one of the most sophisticated restaurants in Fairfield County, Dana’s story is a beautiful blend of grit, vision, and heart. Rooted in a strong Italian-Portuguese upbringing where food, family,...
info_outlineIn this episode of Finding Purpose, I sit down with Carl Michel—bestselling author, world-class public speaker, coach, and mentor. Carl has dedicated his life to empowering young people to find their voice, particularly through his work in the New York public school system. Growing up as a Haitian-American in Stanford, CT, Carl experienced firsthand the challenges of navigating identity, peer pressure, and finding a sense of direction in a fast-moving world. Early on, he found himself falling into the trap of following the wrong crowd, making choices that didn’t serve his future. But through key mentorships, self-reflection, and an unwavering commitment to personal growth, Carl transformed his life from a follower to a leader.
Today, Carl uses his journey of resilience and self-discovery to guide and uplift others. Whether through public speaking, coaching, or writing, his work is centered around helping young people step into their potential, embrace leadership, and break limiting mindsets. He believes that success is not just about individual achievement but about creating opportunities for others to rise alongside you. In this conversation, Carl shares the pivotal moments that shaped his path, the importance of mentorship and collaboration, and how finding his voice has allowed him to empower thousands of students, professionals, and aspiring leaders.
We discuss:
🔥 Growing up in Stanford, CT, and the challenges he faced as a Haitian-American
🔥 How early mentorship and guidance helped him transition from being a follower to a leader
🔥 The power of finding your voice and helping others do the same
🔥 His experience as a bestselling author and how writing shaped his journey
🔥 The importance of personal development and how to stay consistent in self-improvement
🔥 The lessons learned from overcoming obstacles and building a purpose-driven life
🔥 The impact of his speaking engagements in schools and how they transform students’ lives
🔗 Connect with Carl Michel:
📘 His Best Selling Book: 365 Hip Hop: Daily Motivational Quotes
🌐 https://youngexekutive.com/
📸 Instagram: @youngexekutive
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🚀 Your lowest moments don’t define you—what you do after them does. Tune in, be inspired, and remember: your story isn’t over. 🎧