War, Bourbon & Entrepreneurialship with Vince Makela, Co-Founder with Horse Soldeir Bourbon
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What happens when elite Green Berets trade their rifles for bourbon stills? In this episode of Ask Valor Masterminds, we sit down with Vince Makela, Co-Founder of to discuss the intersection of combat leadership and high-stakes entrepreneurship. Vince shares the incredible journey from being part of the "ODA 595" Special Forces team—the first to enter Afghanistan on horseback after 9/11—to building one of the most respected bourbon brands in America. Grab a glass and join us for a raw conversation about resilience, brand storytelling, and the "Special Ops" mindset required to disrupt the...
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From 13-Year-Old Apprentice to Auto Repair Empire | Moe Tarriq
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The Hustle Started at 13: Moe Tarriq’s Masterclass on Scaling Businesses What does it take to go from sweeping floors in your father’s convenient store to dominating the trucking and auto repair industries? In this episode, we sit down with Moe Tarriq to deconstruct his 15+ year entrepreneurial journey. "Don't listen to your friends and peers. Just listen to YOUR gut and just DO IT and don't be afraid to make mistakes!" "My best employees are the ones with wives" Moe shares the raw, unfiltered truth about transition and growth: from the foundational lessons he learned as a teenager to the...
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Can Your Mindset Keep Up With 2026
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Can Your Mindset Keep Up With 2026? The world of business is moving faster than ever. By the end of this year, the rate of change is expected to be nearly 4x what it was just a decade ago. Are you and your team prepared to thrive, or just trying to survive? In this episode of Day Drinking Conversations with CEOs, we sit down with David Gorsuch, COO of Limitless Minds—the powerhouse mental fitness company co-founded by Russell Wilson. David has spent his career at the intersection of high-level operations and elite performance, and today, he’s sharing the "2026 Playbook" for staying...
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Dominate Any Industry! The Secret to Standout Content with Sarah Layton
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Are you running a business in a crowded market where your message is getting lost in the noise? Do you know your industry inside and out, but struggle to translate that expertise into content that actually converts? In this highly valuable episode of the Ask Valor Masterminds Podcast, we pivot the conversation with content strategist Sarah Layton to help any business owner—from e-commerce to consulting—master the art of powerful, differentiating content. Sarah argues that true competitive advantage isn't found in flashy graphics, but in the depth of your knowledge and the precision of your...
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The Proving Ground: Life Challenges, The Paintball Field, and Launching a Lifestyle Brand
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On this episode, we sit down with professional paintball athlete and entrepreneur, Paddy Gleason, owner of Off The Leash. He shared his incredibly vulnerable journey through personal growth and life challenges, detailing how finding the competitive world of paintball provided the structure and discipline needed for a transformation. Discover how Paddy navigated his way to the professional circuit and, simultaneously, channeled his passion into building a thriving paintball lifestyle brand. This is a masterclass in turning passion into profit. Interested in learning more about our Guest...
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From Playing IN The NFL To Becoming a Successful Businessman, MKristo Bruce Tells All
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FORMER NFL STAR TURNED CEO! 🤯 Join us for a powerful, uncensored episode of Day Drinking Conversations with CEO's as we sit down with MKristo Bruce—a man who mastered the art of the pivot, not once, but twice. MKristo took the discipline and relentless work ethic he learned on the gridiron with the NFL and applied it to building a diverse business empire. He gets candid about his journey, revealing the mindset required to transition from professional athlete to: ✅ A Highly Successful Mortgage Broker: Running and managing his own top-tier team. ✅ A Thriving Gym Owner: Building a...
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From Adobo to Ube, Filipino America Infused Pies
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Dive into the delicious world of Pies by Grayseas Pie! On this Day Drinking Conversations With CEO's new episode, we chat with Gracie Santos, the brilliant baker and entrepreneur behind this Seattle-based pie shop. She's masterfully blending her Filipino heritage with classic American desserts, creating unique and mouth-watering flavors that are capturing hearts (and taste buds) in the Seattle Area. Gracie shares her incredible entreprenuerial journey to a full-time pie-making business. Learn how she navigated this bold transition, the challenges she faced, and the sweet victories along the...
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Top 5 Tips To Scale Your Real Estate Business
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Ready to take your real estate business to the next level? 🚀 In this video, you'll discover the top 5 tips to scale your real estate business effectively and sustainably! Join us as we explore expert insights from seasoned realtor Breona Enbom, who shares her journey from behind-the-scenes support to becoming a top-performing agent in Kitsap County. Packed with actionable advice, this episode is your guide to growing your business while maintaining balance and building strong client relationships. Join us as we explore: How to build a winning team and why structure is crucial for success....
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Building Company Culture In The Sh*t Business
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Discover the secret sauce to keeping customers forever! In this episode of the Ask Valor Masterminds podcast, we explore game-changing strategies for customer retention, building trust, and creating powerful connections with your community. Join us as we chat with Joshua Gunn and Aaron Peterson from A Advanced Services, who share how their focus on employee culture, exceptional branding, and purpose-driven marketing has transformed their business into a standout in one of the most competitive industries. From personalized employee benefits to community-focused initiatives, you'll learn how a...
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Overcome Self-Doubt: Secrets to Entrepreneurial Growth
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Unleash your full potential and overcome self-doubt with the secrets to entrepreneurial growth! In this episode of the Ask Valor Mastermind podcast, we explore the journey of building trust in yourself, navigating challenges, and achieving business success. Join us as we hear from inspiring entrepreneurs who share their personal stories, valuable lessons, and game-changing strategies. Discover how to leverage innovative tools like AI, build a supportive community, and focus on personal growth to drive your entrepreneurial journey forward. Unleash your full potential and overcome self-doubt...
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Learn how to crush your goals with the power of vision boards!
In this new podcast episode with guest Maria Maldonado Smith, she'll show you how to create a vision board that will:
Motivate and inspire you every single day.
Help you stay focused on your goals.
Increase your belief in your ability to succeed.
Maria shares simple steps and practical tips to help you create a vision board that truly reflects your desires.
Listennow and get ready to achieve greatness!
Who Is Our guest Marian Maldonado Smith?
Motivational Speaker at Greek University
Transforming teams through Executive Vision Imagery
People & leadership Development
Chief Empowering office contributing
Writer at Daily Drip
Former Miss Kentucky
And of course an Amazing Mom and Wife
Over the course of her 17+ year corporate career she was recognized as a top performer who consistently achieved results by leveraging my impeccable ability to build and foster long-term relationships, extensive industry and business knowledge, strong Sales Management skills, and team development expertise.
Her exceptional verbal, presentation and written communication skills have created opportunities for me to be able to work with diverse groups effectively in both the corporate space and socially as I advocate for working mothers across the globe.
Maria lives life in the uncomfortable because it pushes me to become a better human and challenges me to think differently all the time. My unique perspective is one of a working mother who juggles the day-to-day of being a full time mom with a full time career.
To learn more about Vision Boards and how they can help you reach your goals and transform your life, make sure to visit her website or connect with her on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-maldonado-smith/
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