The ThriveWell Journey | Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Life After Disruption

Adam Olsen joins L. Michael Burt to discuss building a real estate business through follow-up systems, abundance, social media marketing, client service, market strategy, and sales discipline. This episode is for entrepreneurs and real estate professionals who need to move beyond ideas and build the structure that turns opportunities into results.KEY TOPICSThe importance of relentless follow-up in real estateOperating with an abundance mindset versus scarcity mindsetUsing social media and video to build brand awarenessAdapting marketing strategies during market downturnsThe role of discipline and high energy in sales successBuilding systems and organization for scalable growthThe impact of market conditions on real estate transactionsCreating value and trust to generate referralsChapters00:00 Going All In: The Key to Success03:11 The Importance of Follow-Through06:03 Building a Business: Structure and Discipline08:53 The Reality of Entrepreneurship12:10 Overcoming Challenges and Bad Days15:04 The Drive Behind Success18:04 Lessons from Childhood and Early Career25:10 Building Relationships Over Transactions34:06 The Impact of Institutional Buyers on Real Estate43:58 Navigating Market Volatility and Lead Flow Issues49:37 Navigating Responsibilities and Investment Strategies50:05 Doubling Down in Times of Uncertainty51:03 Understanding Market Psychology52:42 The Importance of Basics in Business53:40 The Power of Community Engagement56:05 Creative Marketing Strategies for Growth59:24 Leveraging Social Media for Business Success01:01:51 Analyzing Market Trends and Consumer Behavior01:04:46 Creating Buzz with Strategic Giveaways01:07:29 High Energy and Positive Engagement in Business01:10:14 The Interconnectedness of Business StrategiesResourcesAdam Olson Team - https://adamolsonteam.comThe Commercial Professionals - https://thecommercialprofessionals.comGuest LinksWebsite - https://adamolsonteam.comFacebook - https://facebook.com/AdamS.OlsonInstagram - https://instagram.com/AdamS.OlsonDownload the free mirror exercise: You Did Not Lose Your Way https://bit.ly/YouDidNotLoseYourWayV3Book a free discovery call:The Alignment Reset https://calendly.com/lmichaelburt-thethrivewelljourney/empowerment-discovery-callJoin our community: www.thethrivewelljourney.com

Business funding for founders is not just about getting access to money. It is about understanding timing, terms, structure, and whether the capital actually supports the business you are building. L. Michael Burt speaks with Cole Reifler, Founder and CEO of Zenith Group Advisors, about funding decisions, bootstrapping, private credit, alternative lending, and the pressure founders face when their dream needs money.This conversation helps entrepreneurs think more clearly about when to seek capital, what to avoid in bad funding offers, and why money should strengthen the business instead of keeping a weak structure alive. Cole also shares how access to capital shapes who gets to build, scale, and compete, including his prior work connected to financial access for women entrepreneurs.For leaders and builders rebuilding direction after disruption, this episode connects finance to self-leadership, discernment, and aligned success. TakeawaysAccess to capital is crucial for growth, but understanding when and how to seek funding is key.Creative financing can be a game-changer for startups and entrepreneurs.Bootstrapping should be maximized before seeking external funding.Private credit and alternative funding options are viable but require careful evaluation.Chapter 00:00 Cole Reifler and the Finance Access Problem 02:44 Who Gets Access to Capital and Who Does Not 04:25 Bringing Creativity Into Finance 06:03 Helping Founders Understand Capital 08:29 When Bootstrapping Needs to Shift 11:17 What Founders Should Do When the Dream Needs Money 13:11 Spending Capital to Create More Capital 14:42 Build the Boat While You Are on the Water 15:57 Intentional Business Building Before Funding 18:24 Funding Terms That Can Box You In 20:56 Traditional Funding vs Alternative Funding 23:05 When Founders Get Emotionally Attached to Money 24:17 Private Credit Misconceptions 26:56 Arora and the Gender Lending Gap 31:53 Zenith Group Advisors and Finance Access 33:49 Who Zenith Helps 35:24 Entrepreneurship Challenging Financial Systems 38:14 Advice for Founders Seeking Funding 39:24 How to Connect with Cole Reifler 40:22 Why Finance Can Make or Break a Business 41:43 Final ThoughtsConnect w/ Cole Reifler:Aurora - Supporting Women Entrepreneurs - https://aurora.comZenith - Financial Support for Businesses - https://zenith.comDownload the free mirror exercise: You Did Not Lose Your Way https://bit.ly/YouDidNotLoseYourWayV3http://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourneyJoin our community: www.thethrivewelljourney.com

Fear shows up fast, and in entrepreneurial leadership, it can quietly influence decisions if you do not have language for it. In this episode of The ThriveWell Journey, L. Michael Burt sits down with Patrick Sweeney, the “Fear Guru,” to break down the neuroscience of fear, how to build courage on purpose, and how that translates into sustainable business success.Patrick shares how fear works in the brain, what an amygdala hijack looks like in real life, and why courage is something you can train through repeated choices. We unpack the fear triangle, why imposter syndrome hits even high-performing entrepreneurs, and how health and nervous system care affect your ability to lead under pressure. We also get into Patrick’s BOODA Doctrine, where belief comes first, and how closing the belief gap helps founders turn chaos into cadence and build momentum that lasts.If fear has been influencing your choices, this conversation will give you language, clarity, and a practical way forward for life and business.Comment below: Where do you notice fear showing up most right now, and what choice are you making anyway?Top TakeawaysFear can become fuel when you can name it and work with itCourage is built through reps and conscious choicesHealth and nervous system care shape leadership under pressureThe fear triangle helps identify what kind of fear you are dealing withImposter syndrome is common even among successful leadersCuriosity can replace judgment and improve decision-makingClosing the belief gap turns chaos into cadence and builds momentumChapters00:00 Introduction to Fear and Purpose01:10 The Journey from Fear to Courage04:06 Understanding the Neuroscience of Fear08:52 Building Courage: Practical Steps12:01 The Role of Health in Overcoming Fear14:01 The Fear Triangle: Instinctual, Physical, and Emotional17:30 The Belief Gap and Entrepreneurial Courage20:04 The Buddha Doctrine: A Framework for Action23:04 Transformative Life Experiences27:12 Living Beyond Fear: A New Perspective33:15 Authenticity in Leadership34:46 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome36:46 The Entrepreneurial Journey38:50 Belief and Opportunity40:44 The Buddha Loop: Belief and Orientation46:43 Turning Chaos into Cadence55:55 The Power of Data in Decision MakingConnect with Patrick SweeneyWebsite: https://www.thefounderscreed.com/🔗 Get Empowered & Aligned for yourselfhttps://bit.ly/AlignmentResethttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

Host L. Michael Burt dives deep into entrepreneurial leadership through the lens of alignment as a daily, practical leadership practice essential for sustainable business success and personal growth. Designed for entrepreneurs and leaders navigating life after disruption, this episode explores how heightened self-awareness reveals hidden misalignments and how internal friction serves as valuable data rather than a failure. Michael shares strategies to slow down, recalibrate purpose, and make intentional decisions that support long-term success without burnout. You'll also learn why community plays a crucial role in maintaining consistency, emotional regulation, and identity clarity during times of growth. Tune in for actionable insights on turning alignment into a powerful tool for thriving amid change.Start here:Free chapter of The Empowered Path: https://bit.ly/TheEmpoweredPath1stchapterThe ThriveWell Journey: https://thriwewelljourney.comTakeaways- Alignment is a daily practice expressed through actions, not ideas.- Coherence is the signal that your life and leadership are stabilizing.- Misalignment is data. Notice it, do not shame it.- Subtraction creates alignment faster than adding more goals.- Community reinforces consistency when willpower fades.- Alignment reveals identity shifts that impact business decisions.- Slowing down improves clarity, purpose, and execution.- Life teaches lessons you only learn when you listen.- Thriving becomes normal when alignment becomes your standard.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Alignment Reset Series01:15 Understanding Alignment and Coherence05:47 The Practice of Alignment08:46 Community and Support in Alignment11:10 Looking Ahead: Purpose and Intentional Livinghttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch,https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

What do you do when life breaks everything open? In this powerful episode of The ThriveWell Journey Podcast, we explore entrepreneurial leadership and sustainable business success through the inspiring story of Keisha Queeley, founder of Stocked Up Future. Keisha shares her journey through unimaginable disruption, from losing her husband to navigating financial uncertainty, raising six children, and stepping into alignment with her true purpose.This conversation goes beyond money; it’s about identity, resilience, community, and building a future with intention after life’s biggest upheavals. Keisha's story is a compelling example of leadership and thriving in the face of adversity, illustrating key lessons on rebuilding a meaningful life and business.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, misaligned, or uncertain about what comes next, this episode will meet you right where you are and show you how the ThriveWell journey can guide you to sustainable success and personal growth after disruption.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Gratitude02:56 Navigating Life's Seasons06:03 Facing Adversity: A Personal Journey12:01 Finding Alignment and Community Support18:03 Scripting a New Reality23:56 Building a Business with Family29:55 The Power of Stillness and Reflection32:54 Finding Clarity in Chaos34:58 The Power of Experience and Growth37:00 Separating Identity from Experience39:59 The Journey to Coaching and Contribution44:00 Building Financial Literacy for Future Generations49:04 Overcoming Financial Setbacks51:06 Creating a Supportive Learning Environment54:50 Facing Fears and Embracing Change59:51 Leaving a Legacy of Resilience and GrowthIn this episode, we explore:What alignment looks like after life disruptionHow Keisha rebuilt her life through community and clarityFinancial empowerment through stock market educationThe difference between what happened and the story we carryTeaching the next generation wealth, resilience, and confidenceWhy fear is often a signal of growthKeisha also breaks down how her program Stocked Up Future helps everyday people learn technical analysis and build financial confidence one step at a time.Connect with Keisha QueeleyWebsite: https://stockedupfuture.comEmail: stockedupfuture@gmail.com🔗 Get Empowered & Aligned for yourselfhttps://bit.ly/AlignmentResethttp://ushaman.com/elixir - Get 10% off: USE CODE: THRIVEWELLBe a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney

In this episode of Friday Night Live, host L. Michael Burt continues the Alignment Reset series with a grounded conversation about entrepreneurial leadership, sustainable business success, and life after disruption.This episode focuses on the challenging phase of identity transformation many entrepreneurs and leaders experience when an old way of operating no longer fits, but a new identity has not fully taken shape. L. Michael explores the in-between as a crucial space where familiar identities dissolve and new ways of leading, creating, and living begin to form.Rather than framing this transitional period as confusion or failure, the conversation reframes it as an essential incubation period for creativity, self discovery, and deeper awareness. Listeners will hear why rushing clarity, forcing outcomes, or defaulting to familiar patterns often blocks growth, and how alignment and coherence create space for natural momentum, opportunities, and partnerships.L. Michael shares personal insight from his own ThriveWell Journey, including the evolution of FAYEWAY Media, named in honor of his mother, as an example of leadership rooted in alignment rather than resistance. His experience highlights how sustainable business success emerges when awareness replaces control and coherence replaces force.This episode is designed for entrepreneurs, leaders, and creatives navigating transformation, reinvention, and purposeful shifts in 2026 who want to grow without burning out or losing themselves in the process.Listeners are invited to reflect on their own alignment journey, engage with the growing community, and continue exploring this work through The Empowered Path workbook and future Friday Night Live conversations.00:00 Introduction to Friday Night Live04:00 Understanding the Alignment Reset08:51 The In-Between: An Incubation Space12:24 Creativity and Coherence in Transformation16:32 Inviting Community Engagement and AwarenessIf this conversation resonates and you want structured support while navigating the in-between, you are invited to explore The Empowered Path, a companion workbook designed to support clarity, alignment, and awareness during identity transitions.Access the first chapter here:👉 https://bit.ly/TheEmpoweredPath1stchapter