Out of the Fire
In this episode of the Out of the Fire podcast, host Trisha speaks with Lynn Whitt, an inspiring 83-year-old ovarian cancer survivor who has battled the disease since her diagnosis at age 67. Lynn shares her journey through 150 rounds of chemotherapy, the challenges she faced, and the importance of finding motivation to keep fighting. The conversation highlights the role of compassion in healthcare, the significance of support systems, and the advancements in cancer treatment that have made a difference in patients' lives. Lynn's story serves as a beacon of hope and resilience for anyone...
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In this kickoff episode for 2025, Trisha shares her excitement for the new year and the importance of setting intentions. She emphasizes the significance of having a word for the year, which for her is 'steadfast.' Trisha discusses the necessity of breaking down goals into smaller, actionable steps to ensure success. She encourages listeners to embrace courage in the face of fear and to step into the unfamiliar, drawing on stories of resilience. The episode concludes with a call to commit to personal growth and to push beyond comfort zones, reminding everyone that they have the power to...
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Join me as we talk with Tanya McCready about taking a leap of faith into unfamiliar territories. Through her expertise and relatable stories, you will find so many life lessons in this podcast. Tanya is an International TEDx Speaker, Best Selling Author, and Dogsledding Entrepreneur. She and her husband are also the Co-founders at Winterdance Dogsled Tours - Yukon Quest & Iditarod race team. Quotes: "Sometimes you can be so close to the finish, but it feels like you're so far away. When things are tough and you're looking at the whole thing, you just want to quit. But you can...
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Have you ever had the thought: "It wasn't supposed to be this way?" In this episode, we'll dive into the gap from the latest podcast release & the unexpected lessons you can find in the midst of the fire. Trisha talks about how she handles tough seasons, and how the lessons learned in the midst of the unexpected are often the most beautiful. Book coming soon! More resources can be found at
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Vulnerability is not a weakness, it generates trust. You’ve got to push yourself and step up to take any challenges to be able to share your story and your philosophies. Here to tell us about the importance of being vulnerable and honest with others, David Wood, is the author of “Laser Focus Coach”. David built the world’s largest coaching business, becoming #1 on Google for “life coaching.” Discovering that Shiny-Object-Syndrome is an epidemic among high performers. He coaches rock-star business owners to double revenue, achieve more in less time, and be a more extraordinary...
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Resiliency is the ability or capacity to recover from difficulties, in other words, toughness. It differs from person to person, what does it mean to you? Here to tell us the true meaning of resiliency, Dr. Justin Moseley, a.k.a., “The Mindset Doctor, is a former chiropractor turned international speaker and transformation coach. Justin shares to us an inspiring example of the power of resilience and the importance of never giving up on your dreams. After surviving a near-death accident in 2018, Dr. Moseley shifted from changing lives in a clinic, to changing lives from stage; becoming a...
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Jenny Reyes is the strategic brand and marketing consultant at Your Brand Story. Her background and experience in both corporate and entrepreneurial marketing allowed her to help small businesses and entrepreneurs, and offer various brand and marketing solutions that cater to their needs. Jenny has a Kellogg Executive Education in Digital Marketing Strategies and is a certified Knowledge Broker and business coach. She is also an advanced-level certified DISC human behaviorist. In this episode Jenny talks about how our stories can come together to form who we are, and how we can use this...
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Today we are joined by two great individuals, Stephanie Urbina Jones and Jeremy Pajer, A Singer, teacher, writer, sister, friend, mother, wife, and lover of life; Stephanie Urbina Jones brings her passion and experience in living a life of creative freedom to people all over the world. She is a # 1 Billboard Country Music Songwriter traveling with her Honky Tonk Mariachis, sharing joy and her history-making “Country Music with Chili Peppers” all over the world. She is also Co-founder of Freedom, Folk, and Soul a transformational community of the healing arts, and the lead...
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How often do pay attention to your inner voice when you’re going through a challenging situation? In today's episode, I have an insightful conversation with Shiran Cohen, an International Best Selling Author multiple times over, speaker, body language trainer, and author's strategy coach. She helps guide high-performing female entrepreneurs in their life and business by reconnecting more deeply to their own stories so they can make a powerful impact with their message. Shiran talks about the importance of trusting your soul in times of difficulty, and how to connect with others on a...
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David Waldy is the Fierce Empathy coach. He is a speaker, life & business strategist, & co-founder focused on empowering leaders to rediscover, redefine, and realign. His work is centered around personal and professional development, helping leaders get out of their own way, create aligned abundance at work and at home, & never stop becoming better versions of themselves. He has worked with thousands of entrepreneurs and shared stages with influencers like Tony Robbins & Russell Brunson. He is a father, husband, outdoorsman, coffee snob, avid non-fiction reader, and personal growth...
info_outlineWhat do selling drugs and selling solar panels have in common? Tune into today’s episode with Andrew Sayles to find out he went from being in jail to running multiple 6 figure businesses with the help of millionaire entrepreneurs who gave him the keys to growth and everything else tied to success. His story, while unconventional, is sure to inspire and motivate you just as the many others who have been impacted by his content on Clubhouse and his podcast, Sayles Tales.
Jump right into this episode and let’s learn more from Andrew about how he went from jail to making sales by focussing on one singular thing: ‘It’s all about the endgame!’
Things you will learn in this episode:
[00:01 – 04:24] Opening Segment
- I welcome and introduce my guest, Andrew Sayles
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- Inspiring story
- Met via clubhouse (@andrewsayles)
- Andrew gives some background on himself
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- Living in St.Louis, Missouri
- Solar company
- Life growing up - selling drugs
- Getting a job while going through probation
[04:25 – 09:44] From Jail to Sales
- Andrew shares his story
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- The mindset shift
- Sentenced to 5 months in jail
- Getting out and hitting the ground running
- Sent back to jail for another 6 months
- A need to pivot
- Starting and selling 6-figure businesses
- Partnering with his mentor to start the Solar Company
[09:45 – 22:30] It’s All About the Endgame
- Andrew talks about the driving force that helped him move forward
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- ‘Whatever it takes’ mentality
- The endgame
- The importance of ‘Proximity’
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- Who you surround yourself with plays the biggest role
- Looking to be the dumbest person in the room
- The guts to reach out and reach up
- Flexibility along the way
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- Making pivots when needed
- Staying focussed
- Andrew’s hardest lessons learned
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- The first night in jail - ‘Do the right thing’
- Getting over the rough days
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- The importance of the way you structure your lifestyle
- A winning morning routine
[22:31 – 27:36] Closing Segment
- Andrew’s advice to listeners
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- Do whatever it takes and never give up
- Failing forward
- Analyze and move forward
- How to engage and connect with Andrew
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- Links below
- Final Words
Tweetable Quotes:
“My motto is - ‘Whatever it takes.’” - Andrew Sayles
“For anything I do it’s all about the endgame, and I fall in love with the process because the endgame is what matters. So if I go through this process and I do the process right, I’m gonna play that endgame.” - Andrew Sayles
“Each business has been a fail forward… all these fails lead to wins IF you never give up.” - Andrew Sayles
Resources Mentioned:
- Sayles Tales
- #hustlersanonymous
Reach out and connect with Andrew on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Check him out on Clubhouse (@andrewsayles).
Join me and my guests as we illustrate how to walk through the fires of life and come out the other side more resilient, passionate, and stronger than ever before. Connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Become part of the community and join our Group. Want to learn more about me? Visit https://trishafraley.com/trishafraley.
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