What does it take to build a thriving business in today's fast-changing world? 🚀

In this episode of Born to Climb, James Robbins interviews Mike Ficara, a business strategist, entrepreneur, and author of Like Socks on a Rooster.

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Mike shares his personal journey—from failing first grade to becoming a highly successful entrepreneur. Learn how failure, fear, and networking shape business success and what every entrepreneur needs to know to stay ahead.

🏆 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• 🚀 How failure built a million-dollar business
• 🎯 The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make (and how to fix them!)
• 🔥 Why networking is a game-changer in business
• 🧠 How to turn fear into fuel for success

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What does it take to lead with purpose and integrity?
In this episode of Born to Climb, James Robbins interviews Mike Minogue, a West Point graduate, military veteran, CEO, and author of Leading with Heart: Faith-Filled Leadership Lessons for the Road Ahead.

Mike shares powerful leadership insights, drawing from his experiences in the military and corporate world. If you're looking to become a more resilient, purpose-driven leader, this episode is for you!

Topics Covered:
✅ How West Point shaped Mike’s leadership
✅ Leading with purpose in high-stakes environments
✅ Military leadership lessons applied to business
✅ The power of resilience and decision-making
✅ Common leadership mistakes and how to avoid them

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🎙️ Host: James Robbins
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What does it take to be an authentic leader? In this episode, James Robbins is joined by JM Ryerson, a leadership coach, best-selling author, and founder of the "Let’s Go Win" movement. Together, they dive deep into the power of vulnerability, building authentic relationships, and fostering high-performance teams.

JM shares his personal journey of transformation, the importance of showing up as your true self, and how embracing authenticity changed his professional and personal life. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting your journey, this episode offers actionable insights and inspiration to lead with purpose.

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