Ep 22: No Expiration Date: Tina Campbell - Outliving the Odds & Outnetworking the Rest

What would you do if you were told you had only 10 years to live—and then you outlived that timeline?In this eye-opening—and deeply inspiring—episode of the Reforge Your Life Show, host Joe Rivera sits down with Tina Campbell, cofounder of Free Enterprise Warriors and a regional partner of Master Networks. Tina shares her remarkable journey of resilience, from her high-powered HR career in Manhattan to her life-changing diagnosis with a rare blood cancer (polycythemia vera), and through founding companies that empower others.Key Highlights:Shocking Diagnosis, Stronger Resolve: Tina shares how being told she had just ten years left pushed her to create a legacy for her daughters and pivot into entrepreneurship, rather than succumbing to despair.From Scarcity to Abundance: Learn how Tina overcame limited beliefs, harnessed the power of mindset, and adopted an abundance mentality that fueled her personal and professional growth.The Power of Support: Tina reveals the critical role her faith-based friendships and community played in her healing—and why spiritual and emotional support are paramount during hard times.Authenticity and Purpose: Get Tina’s take on finding your “why,” creating impact beyond business, and why walking in your authentic purpose matters more than ever.Action Over Adversity: Joe and Tina discuss using daily actions—no matter how small—to combat fear, find clarity, and continually reforge your life and career, even amidst uncertainty or health battles.Building Community: From supporting veterans in business to the importance of surrounding yourself with positive influences, this conversation underscores the power of collective growth.Next Steps for You:Reflect: What “expiring beliefs” are you carrying? Challenge them.Connect: Reach out to supportive friends, or seek a community that energizes you.Act: Take one small step today to reforge your own path—whether it’s journaling, networking, or simply focusing on gratitude.Check Out the Entrepreneur’s Survival Guide: Grab Tina's book (linked in the show notes) for more practical strategies and inspiration.Don’t miss this episode if you need a real-life example of courage, faith, and the power of purposeful living. And remember—someone you know could use this story. Share it, and help them begin their own comeback!Timestamped Overview00:00 Entrepreneurial Journey Began with Ownership04:13 Empowerment Through Resilience07:17 Self-Advocacy in Healthcare Research11:03 "Discovering Purpose Through Free Enterprise"16:06 "Blessings for Business Success"17:05 Perseverance and Celebrating Hard Work21:06 Overcoming Shyness in College26:26 "Defying Odds Through Perseverance"29:19 Veteran Business Support Community32:55 Authenticity Prevents Distraction35:51 "Step Beyond Comfort: Prioritize Health"38:17 "Supporting Veteran Entrepreneurs Online"42:04 "Inspiration Through Others and Change"45:09 "Subscribe, Share, Support Struggling Viewers"