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- 3 weeks ago40 min
What 40 Years of Success Taught Them | The LIV Lab Episode 33 ft. Jeff Burgess and Kelly Nagel
We hear a lot about success. The title. The promotion. The company. The money. But we hear a lot less about what actually builds it: The mentor who believed in you. The relationship that opened a door. The risk you took before you felt ready. The courage to ask for more. This week on The LIV Lab, Jeff Burgess and Kelly Nagel take over the mic. Jeff built BCD Video into a $100 million company. Kelly rose to become President of North America at Jabra and now helps others grow through executive coaching and leadership at The WIT Network. But the real story is that they spent 40 years learning, growing, and succeeding alongside each other. This episode is full of honest lessons on ambition, mentorship, confidence, and building a meaningful career. In this episode, we explore: Why relationships matter more than most people realize How to ask for opportunities instead of waiting Why mentors can change your path How to take risks before you feel ready Why curiosity is a superpower What legacy really means The LIV Call to Action Learn: Notice who brings out your best and learn from them. Innovate: Choose one thing you've been wanting and say it out loud. Venture: Start one conversation this week that could change your future. 📩 Share your week's LIV! Email me at thelivlabpodcast@gmail.com
- Mar 23, 202659 min
Money Won't Fix It (But It Still Matters) | The LIV Lab Episode 32 ft. John Lanza
You finally get the thing you wanted… and somehow, it still doesn't feel like enough. The new gym set. The hoodie. The car. The house. The "this is gonna change everything" purchase. For a moment, it does feel exciting. And then… it fades. And suddenly, you're onto the next thing. So what's actually going on? This week on The LIV Lab, I sit down with John Lanza, author of The Art of Allowance and creator of Money Mammals, to talk about money, but not in the way you're used to. Not just budgets or investing. But the feeling behind it all. Because money is more than math. It's emotional and psychological. This episode is part mindset shift, part practical tools, and part "wait… why do I do that?" In this episode, we explore: • Why buying things doesn't lead to lasting happiness • The difference between wanting something and actually valuing it • Why money is more emotional than logical (yes, even for you) • The 3 core habits: saving, spending, and investing, simplified • How to stop impulsive spending (without guilt) • The concept of "paying your future self" • What financial independence actually means (and why it looks different for everyone) • Why there is no "perfect" career path, and why that's okay The LIV Call to Action Learn: Start noticing your patterns. The next time you want to buy something, pause and ask: Do I actually want this… or do I want how I think it will make me feel? Innovate: Create a system that works for you. A one-week waiting rule, a spending cap, or even just a quick "check-in" before purchases. Build a little friction. Venture: Make one intentional money decision this week. Skip one impulse buy, or choose something that truly adds value to your life. 📩 Share your week's LIV! Email me at thelivlabpodcast@gmail.com Learn more about John Lanza at johnlanza.com and themoneymammals.com Check out his must-read book: The Art of Allowance
- Mar 2, 20261h 0m
The Truth About Money, Failure, and Starting Over | The LIV Lab Episode 31 ft. Joe Saul-Sehy
What do a maxed-out credit card, a gas station meltdown, and one of the biggest money podcasts in the country have in common? Joe. This week on The LIV Lab, I sit down with Joe Saul-Sehy, host of Stacking Benjamins, to talk about the story he doesn't hide: the messy one. Before the awards. Before the financial advice. Before helping millions of people feel confident about money. There was confusion, and a few (a lot of) questionable decisions. And some very real wake-up calls. Joe shares how he went from feeling completely out of control to building systems, surrounding himself with the right people, and redefining what "success" actually means. We talk about money, but we also talk about identity, creativity, leadership, risk, and the difference between security and opportunity. In this episode, we explore: • Why making more money doesn't automatically fix anything • The mindset shift that changed everything • "Who not how" and why community matters more than we think • The illusion of security in careers and life • How creativity became his unexpected superpower • What money can do, and what it absolutely cannot The LIV Call to Action Learn: More money will not fix bad habits. Learn one new system this week. Talk to someone who is good with money, watch something, or read something that stretches you. Innovate: It is not about working harder. It is about building better systems. Create one small habit that makes your future easier. Venture: Have one uncomfortable but important money conversation. Be honest about where you are at. 📩 Share your week's LIV! Email me at thelivlabpodcast@gmail.com Learn more about Joe at https://joesaulsehy.com/. Read his (awesome) book: Stacked: Your Super-Serious Guide to Modern Money Managemen Listen to his (fantastic) podcast: Stacking Benjamins at https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/
- Feb 3, 202659 min
You're Not Being Ignored—Your Message Is | The LIV Lab Episode 30 ft. Carmine Gallo
What if the problem isn't your ideas, but just how they're landing? You can be smart, prepared, and genuinely onto something… and still watch your message float right past the room. Painful. Confusing. Weirdly common. In this episode of The LIV Lab, I sit down with Carmine Gallo, who's spent decades studying why some messages stick—and others quietly disappear, no matter how good they are. This isn't about talking louder, adding more slides, or using bigger words. It's about understanding how humans actually pay attention, why simplicity is so hard (and so powerful), and what storytelling has to do with getting people to lean in—at work, in interviews, and even in your relationships. We talk about persuasion without the salesy energy, clarity without dumbing things down, and why being "interesting" has very little to do with being flashy. There's also a reality check on AI, attention spans, and the myth that great communicators are just born that way. If you've ever thought, "I know this makes sense—why isn't it clicking?" This conversation might finally give that question a shape. Learn more about Carmine Gallo at carminegallo.com Check out his new audio original, Viral Voices, when it gets released on February 24, 2026! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6UyZ3VQrWsCq7tCFOedjkq?si=88cbaeae1e6d4593&nd=1&dlsi=c0b92289942347bc Apple Books: https://books.apple.com/us/audiobook/viral-voices/id1746109065?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=books_box_link Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Viral-Voices-Audiobook/B0D488T3BV 📩 Share your thoughts: Carmine talked so much about stories, so I want to hear one of yours. Tell me about a moment that stuck with you—and why it still does. Email me at thelivlabpodcast@gmail.com. 🎧 Listen in—and stay curious. 00:00 Introduction: The Power of Communication 01:21 Meet Carmine Gallo: Communication Expert 02:20 The Importance of Communication Skills 04:00 Misconceptions About Persuasion 06:49 The Role of Storytelling in Communication 19:21 Simplifying Complex Information 25:28 Thinking Like a Movie Director 32:05 Debunking the TikTok Brain Myth 33:33 The Power of Concise Communication 35:31 The Art of Storytelling 37:48 Ethos, Pathos, and Logos in Modern Communication 41:39 Leveraging AI in Communication 49:53 The Importance of Soft Skills 55:35 The Lab Notes
- Jan 14, 202621 min
The Business of Being You | The LIV Lab Episode 29 ft. Jeff Burgess from The BurgeCast
What if you ran your life the way great founders run their companies? In this episode of The LIV Lab, I feature a blogcast by Jeff Burgess, founder of BCD Video and author of It Worked for Me. Jeff shares ten business principles that helped him build a $100 million company — from trusting your gut to holding yourself accountable. Throughout the episode, I connect these ideas to everyday life through one central theme: you are your business. Your values shape your culture. Your actions are your product. And your reputation is your brand. As the new year begins, this episode encourages you to aim high, move forward without waiting for perfect clarity, and build trust through confidence, listening, and integrity. 00:00 Welcome to The LIV Lab 00:24 Introducing Jeff Burgess and His Business Philosophy 01:46 10 Easy Business Rules That Apply to Everyday Life 01:51 The Power of OPFD: Speed, Accountability, and Quality 04:18 10 Business Commandments for Entrepreneurs 05:05 Connecting Business Principles to Personal Life 13:08 Final Thoughts and Reflections 17:47 Lab Notes
- Dec 12, 202546 min
The Power of Partial Certainty | The LIV Lab Episode 28 ft. Charles Levin
When you're standing at a fork in the road, it's tempting to wait for certainty — the "perfect" sign that you're making the right choice. But what if the people who build the most meaningful careers aren't the ones who feel 100% sure… but the ones who learn how to take smart risks without losing their purpose? In this episode, I sit down with Charles Levin — founder of Mu Avenue Press, novelist, former tech and business leader, and lifelong reinventor — to unpack what it really takes to choose a path when the future isn't guaranteed. Charles shares how he went from studying philosophy and ancient Greek to launching businesses, writing bestselling thrillers, and building a publishing company — and what every pivot taught him about resilience, reinvention, and momentum. We talk about the 40–70% rule for decision-making (why waiting for 100% certainty can cost you opportunities), what poker taught Charles about calculated risk, and why purpose isn't just a mission statement — it's the people you impact along the way. If you've been stuck trying to pick the "right" option, this conversation will help you move forward with courage, clarity, and a compass. 📩 Share your thoughts: What's one thing you're 40–70% sure you should try — a project, a class, a leap, a conversation? Commit to it for one week and tell me what you chose. Email me at thelivlabpodcast@gmail.com and follow @thelivlabpodcast on Instagram for more episodes on risk, purpose, and growth.
- Nov 25, 202547 min
Become More Than What You Struggle With | The LIV Lab Episode 27 ft. Maya Chupkov
What if the thing you've spent your whole life trying to hide… is actually the thing that makes you powerful? In this episode, I talk with Maya Chupkov. She is a podcast host, storyteller, documentary director, and lifelong stutterer. Growing up, Maya's stutter shaped the classes she was placed into, the way adults perceived her, and the confidence she carried into college and her career. But instead of letting it limit her, she learned to see it as a strength. We talk about how she built a career in communications despite the very thing people told her would hold her back, how she learned to stop hiding and start owning her voice, and why vulnerability became her greatest professional asset. Maya also shares the story behind her successful podcast, Proud Stutter, and the powerful documentary she's directing on stuttering, identity, and generational trauma. If you are feeling bounded to your challenges, let Maya's story be proof that your struggles don't disqualify you from success. You don't need a perfect voice, a perfect résumé, or a perfect level of confidence to pursue the career you want. You just need the courage to start where you are. 📩 Share your thoughts: What part of yourself have you been hiding in school or in your career because you think it makes you "less than"? How have you (or how can you) use it as a strength? Email me at thelivlabpodcast@gmail.com, and follow @thelivlabpodcast on Instagram for more stories on leadership, purpose, and growth. Learn more about Maya's work and her podcast at proudstutter.com.
- Nov 4, 202558 min
Inside the Mind of a Google & IBM VP: The New Rules of Leadership | The LIV Lab Episode 26 ft. Nelson Mattos
What if the real mark of a great leader isn't how much they know — but how willing they are to listen? In this episode, I talk with Nelson Mattos, former Vice President at IBM and Google, whose career has spanned continents, industries, and leadership styles. From managing billion-dollar global teams to now running Karimu, a nonprofit that's transforming rural communities in Tanzania, Nelson has seen leadership from every angle — and he believes its core has nothing to do with hierarchy. We explore how humility and curiosity can redefine leadership in the modern world. Nelson shares how learning to admit what he didn't know made him a more effective executive, why diverse teams make better decisions, and how vulnerability and trust can drive innovation more than any management strategy ever could. He also opens up about his transition from tech to humanitarian work — and how purpose, empathy, and patience became the cornerstones of his second career. 📩 Share your thoughts: Would you have invested in Pokémon Go when it didn't meet the quota? Email me at thelivlabpodcast@gmail.com, and follow @thelivlabpodcast on Instagram for more stories on leadership, purpose, and growth. Learn more about Nelson's work with Karimu Foundation at karimufoundation.org. 00:00 Introduction to Leadership and The Love Lab Podcast 01:33 Nelson Matos' Early Influences and Mentors 03:00 The Importance of Seeking Advice and Mentorship 03:59 Recognizing and Nurturing Talent 07:22 Pursuing a Career in Computer Science 09:37 Managing Burnout and Work-Life Balance 14:08 Building and Leading Effective Teams 23:11 Making Difficult Decisions as a Leader 27:12 Learning from Mistakes and Embracing Innovation 29:42 Listener Engagement and Social Media 30:03 The Essence of Leadership Without a Title 31:36 Navigating Hierarchical and Non-Hierarchical Environments 34:33 Adapting Leadership Styles to Situations and Cultures 41:26 Transition to Volunteering and Its Impact 47:20 Challenges and Adaptations in Tanzania 55:31 Final Reflections on Leadership and Personal Growth
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About The LIV Lab
Learn. Innovate. Venture.If you're a student, an early-career professional, or simply someone figuring out what’s next, The LIV Lab is your guide to discovering meaningful work in a changing world.I'm Livia, an incoming senior in high school, still figuring out which career path is right for me. Join me as I explore and discover various different STEM career paths. Each week, I bring you real, unfiltered conversations with trailblazers—from scientists and engineers to startup founders and creative technologists—who are redefining what success looks like.Each episode dives deep into the personal journeys of guests who are driving change in their industries: how they got started, what a day in their life looks like, the challenges they’ve faced, the pivots they’ve made, and the lessons they’ve learned. Whether they’re building breakthrough technology, launching bold ventures, or finding new meaning in their work, they all have one thing in common: they’re
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