Listen Then Speak

• Acceleration Through Adversity with Jordan Mendoza

  Jordan Mendoza is a sought-after sales and social media coach, podcast host, and author with a passion for helping individuals and brands elevate their presence and close deals. As the host of the popular podcast Blaze Your Own Trail, Jordan shares valuable insights from top-performing industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives, diving into the stories that shaped their success. His expertise in building authentic, high-impact networks and using social media as a powerful sales tool has transformed countless lives and businesses.Having faced adversity throughout his own journey, Jordan brings a unique perspective on resilience and grit, sharing his challenges to inspire others in their personal and professional growth. With a track record of empowering others to unlock their full potential, he blends his background in sales, coaching, and personal development to equip listeners and clients with actionable strategies to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. From breakdancing in his garage to coaching global entrepreneurs, Jordan Mendoza has turned resilience into results. Here, Jordan takes us on his journey through the personal trials, rejections, and turning points that shaped his path, from a childhood marked by poverty and police violence to launching a thriving coaching business and global podcast.Jordan shares how early sales jobs, a deep connection with his late mother, and a pivotal demotion helped him build a mindset rooted in adaptability, storytelling, and service. We dive into the power of rejection as redirection, why lived experience is a business asset, and how sharing your story (flaws and all) can create authentic impact. Whether you're building a brand or rebuilding a life, Jordan's journey is a masterclass in purpose-driven growth. What’s Inside:How Jordan’s life journey led him to where he is todayHow to channel rejection into redirection and successThe power of sharing your story to make an authentic impact Mentioned In This Episode:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjordanjmendozaLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanjmendoza/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealjordanjmendozaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @jordanjmendozaClapper: https://www.clapperapp.com/jordanjmendozaYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/chanel/ @jordanjmendozaCompany Website: https://www.blazeyourowntrailconsulting.comPodcast: https://www.byotpod.comLink to Pre-order Jordan's Book: https://app.blazeyourowntrailconsulting.com/book-pre-order 

  --------  

  46:26
• Mental Health, Memorial Day & the Mind Behind the Machine - Jahmaal Marshall

  - What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why Mental Health Awareness Month still matters in 2025Startling statistics around burnout and anxiety in the tech industryThe unique strengths and struggles of veterans in techHow burnout impacts your identity, not just your energyThe difference between high-functioning and truly being wellHow the Rewire Roadmap One-on One Session can help you realign mentally, emotionally, and spirituallySpecial Offer — Rewire & Roadmap One on One Coaching Call In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Jahmaal is offering the Rewire Roadmap One-on One Session at a discounted rate throughout May until the end of June.This One-on-One intensive call is built for high-performing professionals and includes:Guided exercises with Mindset, Non-Negotiables, Root Cause Analysis, Mental Health Hacks and Next StepsTools for breaking cycles of burnout and over-functioning (including a time audit) A Downloadable sheet so you can track your progress and measure results👉🏽 Sign up now at https://jahmaalmarshall.podia.com/one-on-one-coaching-call?coupon=MEMORIAL2025🗓️ Offer ends June 27th🔗 Connect with Listen Then Speak:Visit our Website: https://listenthenspeak.com/Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahmaalmarshall/Follow us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listenthenspeak7/Email: [email protected]  ✅ If this episode resonated with you:Share it with a colleague in tech or a friend who needs itLeave a 5⭐ rating or reviewSubscribe for weekly insights on mental health, purpose, and personal renewal

  --------  

  10:51
• Episode Title: Burnout & Anxiety in Tech – Mental Health Awareness Month - Jahmaal Marshall

  The true definition of burnout and how it manifests in tech careersKey stats:42% of tech workers are at high risk of burnout (Yerbo, 2023) (The stats are worse in 2025) 2 in 5 engineers report poor or very poor mental health- How anxiety shows up in digital workplaces — from imposter syndrome to fear of obsolescence- The role of remote work in increasing isolation and stress- Simple but powerful boundaries and recovery practices to start using today- A special offer to begin your personal healing journeyYerbo, 2023: 42% of tech professionals are nearing burnoutAPA Reports: Millennials and Gen Z in tech face heightened levels of work-related anxiety Special Offer — Rewire & Renew Mini-CourseIn honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Jahmaal is offering the Rewire & Renew Mini-Course at a discounted rate throughout May.This self-paced program is built for high-performing professionals and includes:Guided exercises to retrain your mindsetTools for breaking cycles of burnout and over-functioningA Downloadable Cheat sheet so you can track your progress and measure results 👉🏽 Sign up now at https://jahmaalmarshall.podia.com/https-jahmaalmarshallpodiacom-the-burnout-mini-course?coupon=MHA2025🗓️ Offer ends May 31st 🔗 Connect with Listen Then Speak:Visit our Website: https://listenthenspeak.com/Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahmaalmarshall/Follow us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listenthenspeak7/Email: [email protected]  ✅ If this episode resonated with you:Share it with a colleague in tech or a friend who needs itLeave a 5⭐ rating or reviewSubscribe for weekly insights on mental health, purpose, and personal renewal

  --------  

  15:01
• From Addiction to Acceleration - Adam Larkin

  Adam Larkin is a motivational speaker, recovery advocate, serial entrepreneur, and the CEO of Gitt Apparel. Adam’s brand is on a mission to encourage people to live their best lives through adopting a healthy lifestyle. The Gitt philosophy’s core principle is to get up and do something different. As a New York native, Adam launched Gitt Apparel in NYC. Today, his powerhouse brand has expanded to 38 states and counting. When he’s not hustling to grow Gitt Apparel, Adam also works as a social media consultant. He shares his expertise with other companies to help them grow revenue through creating and promoting content and managing their social media pages. Adam’s unique combination of A+ video editing skills and marketing knowledge makes him a top consulting pick for businesses across the country.Here, Adam shares stories from his transformational journey from troubled addict to successful entrepreneur. He shares how hitting rock bottom served as a catalyst for growth and how he stays committed to sobriety and self-improvement. Adam also dives into the origins of Gitt Apparel, the power of finding purpose, and why self-care is a marathon, not a sprint.  What’s Inside:Adam’s journey from addiction to successful entrepreneurThe Gitt Apparel origin storyHow Adam stays committed to sobriety and self-improvement Mentioned In This Episode:Gitt Apparel WebsiteGitt Apparel on InstagramAdam Larkin on FacebookFree eBook Here: https://mailchi.mp/83059b50b2e8/3-tips-to-mitgate-burnout-from-the-inside-out JOIN THE LISTEN THEN SPEAK COMMUNITYhttps://jahmaalmarshall.podia.com/listen-then-speak-communityCONNECT WITH LISTEN THEN SPEAKVisit our website: https://listenthenspeak.com/Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahmaalmarshall/Follow us on Twitter: ListenThenspkFollow us on Instagram: @listenthen_spk

  --------  

  30:12
• How to Be Road Tested and Proven Both Personally and Professionally - Jacob Roig

  As a seasoned business coach with 16 years of experience, Jacob Roig inspires and equips ambitious entrepreneurs to overcome growth barriers, increase their income, and enjoy more time off without compromise. Through his proprietary Pricing for Profit Calculator and proven strategies, Jacob helps business owners confidently expand their teams, increase their impact, and achieve financial freedom.In this energizing conversation, Jacob tells his story of going from an ambitious, hard-working kid to the transformational business owner he is today. He shares how the power of knowing your worth and believing in yourself allows you to become successful in both your professional and personal life. Jacob also shares the importance of setting healthy professional boundaries, the highs and lows that shaped him, and the importance of connecting to something bigger than us. What’s Inside:Stories from Jacob’s professional journeyThe importance of knowing your worth and setting healthy boundariesWhy we need to connect to something bigger than us Mentioned In This Episode:https://jacobroig.com/ Support the Channel: $JahmaalCMarshallFree eBook Here: https://mailchi.mp/83059b50b2e8/3-tips-to-mitgate-burnout-from-the-inside-outJOIN THE LISTEN THEN SPEAK COMMUNITYhttps://jahmaalmarshall.podia.com/listen-then-speak-communityCONNECT WITH LISTEN THEN SPEAKVisit our website: https://listenthenspeak.com/Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahmaalmarshall/Follow us on Twitter: ListenThenspkFollow us on Instagram: @listenthen_spk

  --------  

  26:59

More Business podcasts

Trending Business podcasts

About Listen Then Speak