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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2025 · 54 MIN

The Power of Risk and Reinvention with Blake Erickson | LLBD #56

from Live Life By Design with Jeff Mendez

In this inspiring episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez welcomes Blake Erickson to discuss the transformative journey of embracing risk, reinventing yourself, and finding purpose beyond comfort. Blake shares his experiences from door-to-door sales to co-authoring a book, launching a training company, and embracing a life of intentionality. Jeff and Blake dive deep into overcoming fears, managing financial risk, navigating family support, and building a fulfilling life designed around contribution and growth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to break free from playing small and step into their full potential.⏱️ Key Moments & Time Stamps:00:00 – Introduction & Peru Travel Stories02:00 – Blake’s Leap from Door-to-Door to Entrepreneurship04:00 – How Blake Met Ben Hardy & Pitched the Book06:00 – Facing Financial Uncertainty10:00 – Rediscovering Purpose and Passion13:00 – Navigating Family Support & Big Life Decisions17:00 – Lessons from Door-to-Door & The Power of No’s21:00 – Public Speaking and Storytelling28:00 – Future Goals: Building a Legacy & Giving Back35:00 – A Heartfelt Reflection on Loss and Legacy40:00 – Redefining Money & Investing in Yourself47:00 – Final Takeaways: Don’t Play Small Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this inspiring episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez welcomes Blake Erickson to discuss the transformative journey of embracing risk, reinventing yourself, and finding purpose beyond comfort. Blake shares his experiences from door-to-door sales to co-authoring a book, launching a training company, and embracing a life of intentionality. Jeff and Blake dive deep into overcoming fears, managing financial risk, navigating family support, and building a fulfilling life designed around contribution and growth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to break free from playing small and step into their full potential.⏱️ Key Moments & Time Stamps:00:00 – Introduction & Peru Travel Stories02:00 – Blake’s Leap from Door-to-Door to Entrepreneurship04:00 – How Blake Met Ben Hardy & Pitched the Book06:00 – Facing Financial Uncertainty10:00 – Rediscovering Purpose and Passion13:00 – Navigating Family Support & Big Life Decisions17:00 – Lessons from Door-to-Door & The Power of No’s21:00 – Public Speaking and Storytelling28:00 – Future Goals: Building a Legacy & Giving Back35:00 – A Heartfelt Reflection on Loss and Legacy40:00 – Redefining Money & Investing in Yourself47:00 – Final Takeaways: Don’t Play Small Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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