Wise Beyond My Years

Oct 01 2024
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My name is Ian Christianson, I am a seventeen year old aspiring entrepreneur interviewing successful people much wiser than me. I create episodes with people that have built the businesses, experienced the struggles, and achieved their highest goals. Through this podcast, I hope to inspire other young entrepreneurs like me to chase their dreams and ideas, and to join me on this journey.

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Managing Keller Williams and Real Estate Must Knows with T.J. Barnhart

Oct 01 2024 59 mins  
Send me any questions hereIn this conversation, TJ Barnhart, a former part-owner of Keller Williams Realty, shares insights and advice on selling properties and building a successful real estate team. He discusses the importance of understanding the selling process, including analyzing the characteristics of the property and the motivation of the seller. TJ also highlights the role

The Power of Spiritual Guidance: A Conversation with Senate Chaplain Barry Black

Sep 17 2024 61 mins  
Send me any questions hereIn this episode of Wise Beyond My Years, I sit down with Chaplain Barry Black, the Chaplain of the U.S. Senate. From his remarkable journey to his role in guiding some of the nation's most influential leaders, Chaplain Black shares profound insights on faith, spirituality, and finding common ground in a diverse world. He opens up about the spiritual guidan

Why Most Businesses Don't Last with Jen Eckhardt

Sep 03 2024 43 mins  
Send me any questions hereJen Eckhardt, founder of Entrepreneurial Freedom, discusses the challenges faced by founder CEOs and the steps to transition from founder to CEO. She shares her journey of starting the business and the struggles she encountered. The conversation also covers the importance of mental health for entrepreneurs, the value of working for someone else before star

How to Be a Leader Within Your Niche with Jason Wells

Aug 13 2024 54 mins  
Send me any questions hereJason Wells, CEO of Adventist Health, shares insights into his role as a CEO and the requirements for the position. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships, creating a winning team culture, and driving quality in healthcare. Wells discusses the challenges of the healthcare system, including the need for reform and the need to provide better

The Future of Energy Usage: Fossil Fuels vs. Renewables with Ed Birch

Jul 30 2024 49 mins  
Send me any questions hereEd Birch, principal of the Strategic Energy Group and owner of the Birch Consulting Group, shares his background in manufacturing and consulting. He discusses his experience in various industries, including food processing, salad dressing, and packaging. Birch explains his work in energy efficiency and the development of a continuous improvement process th

Love and Respect, the Keys to Helping Others with Scott Hansen

Jul 16 2024 55 mins  
Send me any questions hereScott Hansen, CEO of Renewed Horizons, discusses his work in supporting adults with developmental disabilities. He explains that the causes of developmental disabilities can vary, including genetics and birth factors. Scott emphasizes the importance of helping individuals with disabilities live as independently as possible in their own communities. He shar

How to Unlock Your Creativity with Joshua Wold

Jun 26 2024 56 mins  
Send me any questions hereJoshua Wold shares his journey from starting as a graphic designer to becoming a product designer and entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of following curiosity and constantly learning and evolving in your career. Joshua discusses the process of designing apps and websites, as well as the challenges and rewards of being an individual contributor ver

5 Ways to Live A More Fulfilling Life with Tyler Lafferty

Jun 11 2024 55 mins  
Send me any questions hereIn this podcast episode, Tyler Lafferty discusses the importance of intergenerational communication and the need for older generations to mentor and learn from younger generations. He shares his motivation for writing the book 'Be More Like You' and explains the Ideas Framework, a tool he developed to help young people discover their passions and align the

Creating Businesses Capable of Selling to Netflix, Google, and Expedia with Tyler Lafferty

May 28 2024 50 mins  
Send me any questions hereTyler Lafferty shares his journey as an entrepreneur and the strategies he used to build successful businesses. He emphasizes the importance of aiming high and building strong relationships with clients. Tyler discusses the challenges and benefits of starting small and setting project minimums. He also highlights the services provided by his agency, includ

Selling $1,000,000,000 Worth of Products and Leading the Aeroplane Industry Into the Future with Ken Aso

May 14 2024 51 mins  
Send me any questions hereKen Aso, Chief Operating Officer at FDH Aero, shares insights into the aerospace industry and offers advice for those considering a career in business. He discusses the importance of education, the intersection of strategy and operations, and the process of carrying out business strategy. Ken also emphasizes the value of continuous learning, feedback, and