Harder Than Life

34: The Gift w/ McKenna Reitz

If you ask McKenna Reitz what it is like to live with alopecia, she will tell you she never has a bad hair day.This week, Kelly welcomes the bold and beautiful McKenna Reitz to the Harder Than Life podcast! Despite losing every hair on her body in 2015, McKenna’s attitude and confidence are better than ever. What she went through, and how she grew through it all, is a story that will inspire you. Nuggets of wisdom from McKenna include:
Talk about your weaknesses! Your weaknesses will bond you to others in a way your strengths cannot.
Pay attention to the signs the universe is giving you.
Find your purpose by focusing on the positives.
When you grind, make sure you unwind.
Show LinksEach and every episode is sponsored by National Technology Management. The easiest and best IT company to do business with. Delivering peace of mind with technology every day. Visit trustntm.com for more info. Until next week, be Harder than Life!
Harder than Life Website: https://www.harderthanlife.com/
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Guest Links
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Twitter: www.twitter.com/mckennareitz
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mckenna-reitz-1760b010a/

33: The Ferocious Buddha w/ David Meltzer

David Meltzer has won and lost (and won again) more money than most of us will see. If you listen to this podcast, you almost certainly know him as the Kevin Bacon of the personal development space. As an author, businessman, podcaster, and philanthropist, David is never more than six degrees away from your favorite motivator. Today, he joins Kelly for a ferocious conversation about staying interested, crushing your goals, and being Harder Than Life. We hope you enjoy!Some quotable highlights include:
Pay attention to give intention: David talks about how to stay present through life’s craziness.
If you can look up, you can get up: if you can see what you want, you can aspire to it.
Be The Ferocious Buddha: do not get tunnel vision when chasing your goals. Make balance and inspiration a mandatory part of your journey NOW, not later.
Show LinksEach and every episode is sponsored by National Technology Management. The easiest and best IT company to do business with. Delivering peace of mind with technology every day. Visit trustntm.com for more info. Until next week, be Harder than Life!
Harder than Life Website: https://www.harderthanlife.com/
Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Harder-than-Life-Overcoming-Addiction/dp/1544539126/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2V9ID7MLAX3XX&keywords=harder+than+life+kelly+siegel&qid=1673314631&sprefix=harder+than+life%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1
Business Website: https://www.trustntm.com/
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kellysiegel71
Guest Links
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCflt1OopRWIApMOjVgZyJ6Q
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidmeltzer11/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmeltzer2/
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Website: https://dmeltzer.com/
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TzYFiqTgruG0Hj7UAJd2Q?si=f0f38b49d1fc4c5b&nd=1

32: A True Partnership w/ Aaron Opalewski

99% of what makes a good business partner happens outside the office. If their goals, attitude, and lifestyle are aligned with your own, chances are their work will mesh with yours too. Kelly met Aaron Opalewski by chance on a flight to Nashville, kicking off a friendship and business partnership, and the two have been winning together ever since.Being the humble son of a pastor turned entrepreneur and business coach, Aaron makes being Harder Than Life look easy. But, as you no doubt know, it isn’t. In this episode, he reunites with Kelly to dive into a conversation about business, life, and self-awareness. Plus:
Aaron credits his father, who served as a pastor, for helping develop his enterprising spirit. Who has helped you develop your mindset?
Aaron believes in a highly-regimented lifestyle. How intense is your self-control?
You aren’t everyone’s cup of tea. That’s good. Aaron talks about why you shouldn’t be afraid to be picky.
Show LinksEach and every episode is sponsored by National Technology Management. The easiest and best IT company to do business with. Delivering peace of mind with technology every day. Visit trustntm.com for more info. Until next week, be Harder than Life!
Harder than Life Website: https://www.harderthanlife.com/
Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Harder-than-Life-Overcoming-Addiction/dp/1544539126/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2V9ID7MLAX3XX&keywords=harder+than+life+kelly+siegel&qid=1673314631&sprefix=harder+than+life%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1
Business Website: https://www.trustntm.com/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncVFeA5P2LrAovuofQQcDg
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kellysiegel71
Guest Links
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-opalewski-3596891a/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronopalewski/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaronopalewski?lang=en
Spark Talent Acquisition: https://www.sparktalentinc.com/
John Joseph Partners: https://johnjosephpartners.com/
Spark Packaging: https://sparkpackaginginc.com/

31: Enjoy the Ride w/ Pastor Julian Hayes

If you ask him, Julian Hayes will tell you that being a pastor was always his calling. Today, he’s known as “Pastor Ju,” a man of God whose passion for his community is infectious. However, the road Julian had to walk was not an easy one. The improbable story of how it all happened, and how Julian learned to live into his purpose, is at the heart of this week’s episode. Tune in to hear Pastor Ju share his wisdom as we dig into some big topics:
Julian parlayed his first security job into a lucrative career in executive protection, before switching to ministry. How did Julian pull himself out of what’s comfortable into what he wanted?
Is this your best season or your worst season in life? As Julian explains, it could be both at the same time.
We break down joy vs. happiness: which are you chasing?
Show LinksEach and every episode is sponsored by National Technology Management. The easiest and best IT company to do business with. Delivering peace of mind with technology every day. Visit trustntm.com for more info. Until next week, be Harder than Life!
Harder than Life Website: https://www.harderthanlife.com/
Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Harder-than-Life-Overcoming-Addiction/dp/1544539126/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2V9ID7MLAX3XX&keywords=harder+than+life+kelly+siegel&qid=1673314631&sprefix=harder+than+life%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1
Business Website: https://www.trustntm.com/
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kellysiegel71

30: Heroes Wear CAPEs - w/ Renee Vardouniotis & Angie Leitnaker

Renee Vardouniotis & Angie Leitnaker want to change the way we think about education. After several years of working within the traditional school system, they came together to develop the CAPE (Compassionate, Aware, Purpose-driven, and Effective) Movement. CAPE teaches children both practical skills and emotional intelligence, which Angie and Renee both found to be lacking in traditional curricula. Together, the duo joins Kelly to tell their story and to have a larger discussion about:EducationPositivityPersonal growthSelf-awareness and how to teach it.Show LinksEach and every episode is sponsored by National Technology Management. The easiest and best IT company to do business with. Delivering peace of mind with technology every day. Visit trustntm.com for more info. Until next week, be Harder than Life!Harder than Life Website: https://www.harderthanlife.com/Buy the book!Business Website: https://www.trustntm.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelly.siegel.71/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.siegel.71LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-siegel-0146a3YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncVFeA5P2LrAovuofQQcDgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kellysiegel71Guest LinksWebsite: https://capemovement.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cape-movementFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearecapemovement

29: It’s Not a Mistake, It’s a Lesson w/ Chef Chris Arellanes

Chef Chris has lived an interesting life or three. Seriously, it would be easier to list the things he hasn’t done. Chris grew up in a Buddhist monastery. He was a competitive cheerleader. He’s cooked fine meals for Russian oligarchs. He found and then kicked drugs and is now an Executive Chef at KYU NYC. Dude is only 35 and his story is already incredible.Now sober, happy, and about to become a father, Chef Chris brings his thoughtful perspective to the Harder Than Life podcast. Today’s courses include: “I am only as good as my students want to be.” Chris flips the classic idiom to put the onus on his students to learn, and shares his experiences as both a teacher and a student in the culinary world.As a product of the stressful, “military” kitchens of the early 2000’s, Chris preaches collaboration in all things, and wants to leave a legacy of health and wellness in the hospitality industry.Chris now champions Big Vision, a non-profit resource for those in recovery. Check it out in the links below!Show LinksEach and every episode is sponsored by National Technology Management. The easiest and best IT company to do business with. Delivering peace of mind with technology every day. Visit trustntm.com for more info. Until next week, be Harder than Life!Harder than Life Website: https://www.harderthanlife.com/Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Harder-than-Life-Overcoming-Addiction/dp/1544539126/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2V9ID7MLAX3XX&keywords=harder+than+life+kelly+siegel&qid=1673314631&sprefix=harder+than+life%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1Business Website: https://www.trustntm.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelly.siegel.71/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.siegel.71LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-siegel-0146a3YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncVFeA5P2LrAovuofQQcDgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kellysiegel71Guest LinksCheck out Big Vision NYC: https://www.bigvision.nyc/KYU NYC Instagram: @kyunycChris' Instagram: @chefchrisaKYU NYC Website: https://www.kyurestaurants.com/location/kyu-nyc/

28: Be Flexible on the ”How” w/ Ryan Jaros

Unlike most, Ryan Jaros started early. His entrepreneurial mind led him to not only create the Pursuit of Perfection brand, but also led him inward, to face his learning disabilities and overcome them. He and his fantastic mustache are absolutely Harder Than Life, and we are excited to share Ryan's story with you!Show LinksEach and every episode is sponsored by National Technology Management. The easiest and best IT company to do business with. Delivering peace of mind with technology every day. Visit trustntm.com for more info. Until next week, be Harder than Life!Harder than Life Website: https://www.harderthanlife.com/Buy the book!Business Website: https://www.trustntm.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelly.siegel.71/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.siegel.71LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-siegel-0146a3YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncVFeA5P2LrAovuofQQcDgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kellysiegel71Guest LinksIG: https://www.instagram.com/ryanjaros/PHT IG: https://www.instagram.com/phtnation/Pursuit of Precision IG: https://www.instagram.com/pursuitofprecision/Pursuit of Precision TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pursuitofprecisionYouTube: https://youtube.com/@pursuitofprecisionWebsite: https://www.pursuitofprecision.com/

27: Giving Back w/ Michelle Murphy

Everything we do on Harder Than Life is for charity. This week, we want to talk about one of the awesome organizations we are partnering with: Variety - the Children’s Charity of Detroit. This small but mighty organization serves more than 20,000 children with special and unique needs every year. At the helm is Michelle Murphy, the former teacher turned Executive Director at Variety Detroit. This week, Michelle joins Kelly to talk about Variety, which specializes in supporting children with unique and special needs.Get to know the incredible leader, mother, and community mentor behind this cause, and discover some fun ways to support your community! Please consider donating to Variety Detroit at the links below.Show LinksEach and every episode is sponsored by National Technology Management. The easiest and best IT company to do business with. Delivering peace of mind with technology every day. Visit trustntm.com for more info. Until next week, be Harder than Life!Harder than Life Website: https://www.harderthanlife.com/Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Harder-than-Life-Overcoming-Addiction/dp/1544539126/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2V9ID7MLAX3XX&keywords=harder+than+life+kelly+siegel&qid=1673314631&sprefix=harder+than+life%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1Business Website: https://www.trustntm.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelly.siegel.71/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.siegel.71LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-siegel-0146a3YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncVFeA5P2LrAovuofQQcDgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kellysiegel71Guest LinksDonate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=V5NAXY42265FG&ssrt=1682348736035Website: http://variety-detroit.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VarietyDetroitTwitter: https://twitter.com/Variety5DetroitInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/varietydetroit/