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Cinematic Risk-Taking: Peter Zerzan Reveals How to Thrive in Changing Industries

Release Date: 10/30/2025

The Changing Earth, Setting the World on Fire with Sara F. Hathaway

Entrepreneurs on Fire

Sara F. Hathaway, author, fighter, mother, wife. Her Changing Earth Series teaches survival skills and mental resilience through fiction, exposing society's fragility. Texas-based, she enjoys family, self-defense, and podcasting. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Fiction is a powerful tool for teaching real-world lessons—stories stick, instructions don’t. 2. Self-discipline fuels authentic leadership; no one will do the work for you. 3. Your unique purpose and perseverance are stronger than any rejection or scam you face. Check out Sara’s website and explore her books, podcast, seminars & more...

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Entrepreneurs on Fire

Dani DiPirro is the founder of Positively Present, helping others live positive and present lives through illustrated inspiration. Her latest book, The Story of You. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success isn’t about chasing more — it’s about getting closer to your most authentic self and letting that alignment guide your breakthroughs. 2. Creativity is for everyone — Even if you don’t think you’re “artistic,” creative expressions like journaling, cooking, or conversation can unlock self-discovery. 3. Vulnerability is valuable — sharing your inner world isn’t weakness—it’s how...

Lead Like You Mean It: Speaking Truth and Leading with Heart in a World That Wears Masks with Melissa Dawn

Entrepreneurs on Fire

Melissa Dawn is a Master Certified Coach, bestselling author, and founder of CEO of Your Life. She guides retreats and executive leaders with this message: Lead with heart, not just strategy. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Authentic leadership starts with self-awareness. Removing the masks we wear—like the 'coaching mask” or the' professional mask”—frees us to lead with impact and integrity. 2. Heart-centered leadership is a strategic advantage. Being transparent, vulnerable, and real drives performance, trust, and long-term retention. 3. Speaking with clarity and care builds connection. In...

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Entrepreneurs on Fire

Jordanna Eyre is the Chief Sorceress of Life & Business and founder of Spiral Growth Systems. Her work has inspired over 4,500 leaders across six continents — including clients from LinkedIn, Stanford, and Microsoft — and is igniting a global movement of authentic power in leadership that transcends broken systems. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Purpose is your competitive edge. True, sustainable success must be rooted in authentic purpose—not external validation. 2. AI can mimic life, but not embody it. Only humans can shed their skin, regenerate, and lead from authentic evolution. 3. Our...

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Entrepreneurs on Fire

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Shannon Weinstein is a CPA, coach and mentor for growth-minded small business owners. Her company, Fitnancial Solutions, offers fractional CFO and tax strategy services delivered from the heart of a teacher. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Hire a pro who’ll teach you how to implement and execute strategies. 2. Make sure your tax professional is a good match...

The Secret To Success: Commit First and Figure the Rest Out Later with Dion Coopwood: An EOFire Classic from 2022

Entrepreneurs on Fire

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Dion Coopwood is a serial entrepreneur who’s passionate about teaching others how to accelerate achieving their goals and dreams in life by conquering fear and procrastination so they can dominate the decade. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Ignorance on fire is better than knowledge on ice. 2. People are afraid to commit to their goals or dreams because they...

If You Think Emotional Intelligence is BS, Then You Probably Don’t Have Any with Matt Kursh: An EOFire Classic from 2022

Entrepreneurs on Fire

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Matt Kursh, CEO and co-founder of Oji Life Lab, has started and sold companies to Apple and Microsoft, ran Microsoft’s web business, and produced a round-the-world running relay for charity. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. It’s one thing to identify areas where you want to be better, but you've got to do the work. Doing the work means finding methods to...

Ask & It Is Written: Where Spirit Meets Speed in Publishing with Donna Kozik

Entrepreneurs on Fire

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How to Survive and Thrive When Things Get Tough with Susan Weinschenk

Entrepreneurs on Fire

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Support Artists, Fund Causes, Look Great with Jay Buys

Entrepreneurs on Fire

Jay Buys is an entrepreneur focused on using business as a force for making a positive impact on the world. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success is not just about money—it's about freedom, values, and impact. 2. Businesses can and must be forces for good, creating sustainable impact through profit-sharing and purpose. 3. Asking for help isn’t a weakness—it’s a superpower that opens doors to collaboration and growth. Check out Jay’s website and support Jay’s apparel brand and mission - Sponsors - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn...

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Peter Zerzan is an award-winning independent director blending action, thriller, and drama. A former political organizer, he creates impactful films with realism, efficiency, and vision, now developing his first feature.

Top 3 Value Bombs

1. Determination outshines talent. The filmmakers who persist and finish are the ones who break through.

2. Collaboration is a lost art, but it’s the secret weapon to creating impactful, mistake-proof films.

3. Independent filmmakers must embrace global opportunities, new platforms, and creative financing to thrive in today’s industry.

Check out Peter’s website and explore his work and projects. He is building his first feature and is open to collaboration and investors - Peter Zerzan Website

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