How Success Happens

In his 20 years as a monk, Doug Lynam saw financial suffering firsthand -- in his teaching community and in monastery guests, not to mention the monastery itself. Lynam decided to take a leap and pivot to a career as a financial advisor, then helped pull his community out of bankruptcy. Now, Lynam aims to help people learn mindful money management and provide clear, step-by-step guidance on how to grow a “little bit” wealthy. In this episode, he shares actionable strategies for doing just that. Thanks to our sponsor: Clearbanc: Find out how you can receive capital at clearbanc.com/hsh

Google, eBay, Tesla, Yahoo, AT&T: These companies were all founded, completely or in part, by immigrants -- who also account for close to 30 percent of all new entrepreneurs in the U.S., the highest share in 20 years. Victor Santos, who emigrated from Brazil at age 12, is one of them. Santos launched Airfox, a mobile financial services company for individuals in emerging markets, and he's also a DACA recipient. While fundraising, Santos had to grapple with how many investors view immigrants.

The founder of the 2 million+ member community Fit Men Cook talks about his unexpected pivot in lifestyle and business.

Shireen Yates is the CEO of Nima, the maker of a device that tests for gluten and peanuts.

Josh Tetrick shares how his company has found success around its goal of reducing eggs from the food system.

Known for their viral videos dedicated to getting them out of their comfort zones, Ned Fulmer, Keith Habersberger, Zach Kornfeld and Eugene Lee Yang share what they learned from their first year in business.

As the partners and founders of Content23 Media, Eric Conte and Dan Weinreich have developed an impressive resume. In this episode of HSH, we discuss the art of collaboration, how to stay relevant in an evolving market, and we share a few laughs.

Cannabis business regulations vary not just from one state to the next but from one town to the next. Amanda Ostrowitz built CannaRegs so not just entrepreneurs but the regulators themselves can keep track of it all.

Michael Kirban discusses how he built the company to become the dominant player in a relatively new beverage space.

We’re smack-dab in the middle of the Information Age, and it can feel like a flood where we’re barely staying above water. Spiritual guru and bestselling author Deepak Chopra shares his advice for finding peace in a constant stream of data and how to decide which information we allow to affect us. He also details his morning routine, habit-building strategies and how entrepreneurs facing obstacles can tap into long-term motivation. The episode concludes with a guided meditation led by Chopra.

In January, Medinas Health CEO Chloe Alpert won $1 million at the WeWork Creator Global Finals. Her big idea? A data-driven marketplace that aims to help healthcare organizations resell and purchase medical equipment and supplies. (By some estimates, the U.S. healthcare system wastes about $765 billion a year.) Alpert shares her strategy for a winning pitch, how to surround yourself with a team that complements your strengths and weaknesses and how to disrupt a relatively traditional industry.

Minkoff discusses how she aims to use her platform to pave the way for other female founders.

Porter Road has sold about 150,000 pounds of meat since it opened its online store last year.

Michael Schultz founded both Fairgrounds Coffee, which serves coffees and teas from different brewers, and Infuse Hospitality, a provider of custom cafes.

One couple used 'smart' lights to strengthen their marriage. Episode sponsored by Shapr - https://bit.ly/2EkE7qI

Gregory Zamfotis had a business and law degree, but while sipping coffee at a Starbucks, he decided to do something else entirely.

The Brooklyn-born comic, whose first hour-long special recently premiered on Comedy Central, reveals the secret of "graceful bombing."

The actor, producer and entrepreneur talks about lessons learned from her varied career.

From JUUL Labs to Honcker, culture-tech investor Gregg Smith reveals his winning philosophy.

The former White House Communications Director candidly discusses his wild 11 days on the national stage and how they impacted his business.

The Shark Tank star shares her toughest money management lessons and how take your business to the next level.

Jean Case is a tech industry pioneer. Besides her role as CEO of The Case Foundation, which she co-founded with her husband Steve, she’s also chairman of the board of trustees for the National Geographic Society -- and, of course, a former AOL executive. Her new book on success and risk-taking, Be Fearless, covers five principles common to people and organizations that change the world. In this episode, Case talks pitch tips, data privacy and how to gauge whether your idea can go the distance.

Zachariah Reitano and Saman Rahmanian want to fight stigmas with technology.