Episode #88: Michael Parker
Tania Khazaal (Tanya the Herbalist), CEO of Your Life Tania Khazaal—better known as Tanya the Herbalist—is a coach, creator, and community builder helping people reclaim health, purpose, and agency. After witnessing her mother’s decline on pharmaceuticals, Tania dove into herbalism, rebuilt her own well-being, and transformed a tea side-hustle into a seven-figure, mission-driven brand. Today, through CEO of Your Life and her She’s Empowered community, she champions faith, emotional resilience, and practical daily habits that create lasting change. In this episode, Tania shares how she shifted from corporate life and basement tea packing to digital products, courses, and coaching—while keeping her compass set on faith, family, and service. Her framework centers on four pillars (inner world/spirituality, lifestyle & well-being, relationships, and vision/legacy) and a deceptively simple cadence: 18 minutes a day. Top Takeaways From crisis to calling: Her mother’s health battle sparked a deep dive into herbalism and holistic healing, leading to a purpose-led business. Product → platform: Moving from physical teas to ebooks, funnels, and courses unlocked scale and financial freedom. Four-pillar operating system: Inner world (faith), health, relationships, and vision—progress across all four creates durable happiness. Relationships matter: She spotlights estrangement as a “silent epidemic” and teaches emotional regulation over cut-off culture. 18 minutes a day: Small, daily commitments compound to ~100 hours/year—enough to change your health, business, and life. Ready to be the CEO of your life? Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42QHMV4EYW0 (search: “Clicks and Bricks Tanya the Herbalist”) Memorable Quote: “You can literally change your entire life in 10 years with 18 minutes a day.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Tania Linkedin Instagram Facebook
Episode #87: Champion Payments – Ryan Cabrera
Ryan Cabrera of Champion Payments: From Fitness Clubs to Fintech Ryan Cabrera, founder of Champion Payments, made a bold leap from managing health clubs to revolutionizing the way businesses handle credit card processing. With a clear focus on transparency and savings, Ryan is cutting through the confusion of payment systems helping entrepreneurs keep more of their money. His passion for efficiency, innovation, and freedom makes his insights especially valuable for business owners navigating tight margins and rapid change. After starting his career in the gym industry, Ryan saw firsthand how traditional business models weren’t making the cut. Inspired to own his future, he went all-in on payment processing, launching Champion Payments and helping clients nationwide eliminate unnecessary fees and improve cash flow. https://youtu.be/Ztm8XUwyDIg This Episode’s Highlights Built Champion Payments from scratch: After dabbling in the industry and getting “kicked from the nest,” Ryan went full-time and never looked back. Family-first risk taker: Left a nearly six-figure job to pursue entrepreneurship while supporting a wife and four kids. Time management is king: Stresses daily scheduling, batching tasks like email, and hiring support as soon as possible. Eliminates credit card fees: Offers merchants cash discount programs to offset processing costs and boost profitability. Eye on the future: Believes decentralized finance and Web 3.0 are set to reshape how we handle money, business, and privacy. Whether you’re starting your own business or optimizing an existing one, Ryan’s story is a reminder that bold moves and planning smart are a winning combo. Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqYeIAettZQ Memorable Quote: You don’t need anybody’s permission—just start. You’ll figure out a path, I promise. Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Ryan Facebook Linkedin Instagram
Episode #69: Melissa Rose
Melissa Rose — Brick and Mortar Visibility Who she is & why she matters: Melissa Rose is the founder of Brick and Mortar Visibility and a longtime dance studio owner who turned resilience into a playbook for local-business growth. From launching a home-based studio with five kids under 11 to signing a 3,000-sq-ft lease right before 2020, Melissa learned—then taught—how brick-and-mortar owners can add simple, consistent online systems that drive people through the door. In this Clicks & Bricks episode, Melissa shares how she packaged curriculum, built an email list, and used speaking, blogging, and podcasting to scale. She also walks through negotiating rent abatement during crisis, the mindset required to quiet the inner critic, and the three-pillar simplicity she coaches owners to execute consistently. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkhFfsPw9cI 5 Key Takeaways from Crystal’s Episode: Resourcefulness wins: Melissa “made the van a university,” binge-learning marketing via audiobooks and podcasts to turn her studio IP into an online membership (pre-2020). Systems beat “posting and praying”: Strategy + repeatable back-end processes outperform random, one-off social posts for local visibility. Relationships matter with landlords: Start the relationship when you sign the lease; open communication made rent abatement possible during the pandemic. Own your mornings: A rigorous routine (up at 4:30 AM, daily four-mile walks) fuels clarity, learning, and consistency under pressure. Curate your inner circle: A small mastermind of business owners—and a coach who provides true 1:1 perspective—keeps you grounded when “new level, new devil” shows up. Watch the full episode now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkhFfsPw9cI Memorable Quote: “I wake up 4:30 to start my day.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Melissa Globe
Episode #68: 410 Line Dancers – Isha Hutchinson
Isha Hutchinson of 410 Line Dancers: Building a Community Through Dance Isha Hutchinson is the passionate founder of 410 Line Dancers, a Texas-based line dance company that goes far beyond choreography. By day, he’s a seasoned IT project manager, but his real impact shines after hours. He has created a safe, inclusive, and judgment-free space where people from all walks of life can let loose and just dance. His journey from stressed-out corporate life to community dance leader is both inspiring and deeply human. With a powerful motto—“No clicks. No drama. Just great dancing.”—Isha’s built more than a dance class. He’s created a sanctuary of joy and connection. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, 410 Line Dancers is all about belonging, stress relief, and building people up. https://youtu.be/RqYeIAettZQ This Episode’s Highlights Inclusivity is the mission: Isha built 410 Line Dancers to eliminate cliques and drama, ensuring everyone feels welcome. From IT to the dance floor: His escape from corporate stress turned into a full-blown business with a growing national following. Smart planning pays off: A detailed business plan with a break-even analysis helped him gain family buy-in and reduce risk. Tech-forward entrepreneur: Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut, and vidIQ give 410 Line Dancers a visual edge in marketing and content creation. Real-world impact: During COVID, they offered free classes and deferred payments—building loyalty and community when it mattered most. Don’t miss this heart-led, strategy-savvy conversation on how dance, discipline, and diversity can transform lives and businesses alike. Watch the full episode now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqYeIAettZQ Memorable Quote: When people see that you’re serious about being inclusive—and you even put it in your slogan—it sets the tone for everything. Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Isha Linkedin Globe