Forged by Fire Podcast

Forged by Fire Podcast

Discover what it really takes to make it as an entrepreneur. Join CEO, investor, and entrepreneur, Nick Sarnicola and his guests, as they deep-dive into their most significant challenges and their lowest lows, and how those fires forged their success stories today. Nick Sarnicola has developed successful people, products and companies in various industries from direct sales and technology, to health and fitness, to international events and non-profits. Having become a self-made decamillionaire by age 35, while leading a 100,000+ person sales force, his innovation of leadership systems and strategies produced high-performing teams in nearly 20 countries, creating more than 70 millionaires.

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November 24, 2023 51 mins

Self made millionaire, speaker, author and thought leader Alex Morton goes deep into his story of growing up in Ohio, how he got involved in direct sales network marketing and how he studied Nick on his journey to his first million. He also talks about huge disappointments and betrayals along the way and the importance of self belief and personal growth & development to carry him through challenging times. Search “Forged by Fi...

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On Episode 32 of Forged By Fire, the tables are turned and the questions are reversed! Nick takes the hot seat with Nick Santonastasso. Tune in as they discuss Nick's blue collar middle-class background, his relationship with money as a kid, early experiences with leadership, his transition from sports to network marketing, his journey with Visalus, selling out the Miami Heat Arena, his business partner Blake, huge challenges in ...

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On Episode 31 of Forged By Fire, Nick got invited to the GlobalWomenSpeakers.com - Sunday Speaker Series hosted by Tina D. Lewis.

He answered questions about how to utilize AI in marketing, how to find your authentic voice in sales, the secrets of successful vertical partnerships, daily success habits... and much more. Nick also explained the main reason why men tend not to get therapy or counseling.

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On Episode 30 of Forged By Fire, the tables are turned and the questions are reversed! Nick takes the hot seat with Andrew Loranger, Jay Jaye, Abdel K. Jibawi and Mohamed Jibawi on The Number One Podcast in the World. Tune in as they discuss what they most dislike about humans, belief systems and how they shape your identity, leadership, educating your kids, why people stay stuck in their situation, core principles of success and...

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August 31, 2023 48 mins

Founder and CEO of Axe Elite Albert Shakhnazarov goes deep into his story of spending the first 8 years of his life in a refugee camp, why his family had to face racism and flee their country due to political persecution, how he was able to enter the United States of America symbolically on a July 4th, how he experienced bullying in high school, what gives him the drive to follow his vision and never quit... and much more.... Sea...

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On Episode 28 of Forged By Fire, the tables are turned and the questions are reversed! Nick Sarnicola takes the hot seat with Dr. Jay Feldman on the Mentors Collective Podcast.  Tune in as they discuss Nick's willingness to go all-in early, what he learned in multilevel marketing, his role as a pioneer in the fitness supplement industry, huge disappointment in business, how to recruit a killer sales team and much more... Search “...

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On Episode 27 of Forged By Fire, the tables are turned and the questions are reversed! Nick Sarnicola takes the hot seat with Alex Montalenti and Mario Hurley from Real Grader. Tune in as they discuss Nick's blue-collar middle class upbringing, his desperate desire for success, the profound love for his children, relationships, his mentors, challenges in his entrepreneurial journey, his new venture Renewable Real Estate, his purpo...

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On Episode 26 of Forged By Fire, the tables are turned and the questions are reversed! Nick Sarnicola takes the hot seat with Ridgely Goldsborough, Co-creator of PartnerAttractionFormula.com & MindTypes.com, Co-founder of JVHacking.com & BuildYourBodyLikeABusiness.com Tune in as Nick and Ridgely discuss colossal errors in business, how to master leadership, the profound impact of being a dad, the crucial importance of con...

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On this episode of Forged By Fire, the tables are turned and the questions are reversed! Nick Sarnicola takes the hot seat with Vick Tipnes, healthcare entrepreneur and the host of RiseCon from June 16-18 in Tampa! Nick will be on the CEO Panel at RiseCon - "The World's Most Elite Event for Entrepreneurs" - featuring Rick Ross, Magic Johnson, David Goggins, Grant Cardone.  Tune in as Nick and Vick discuss the secrets of leadershi...

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On this episode of Forged By Fire, the tables are turned and the questions are reversed! Nick Sarnicola takes the hot seat with Albert Shakhnazarov on Rise of the Entrepreneur podcast. Tune in as Nick discusses what drove him to become a multimillionaire.

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March 16, 2023 62 mins

On this episode, Nick speaks with Wesley Saunders, retired NFL veteran, formerly with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Indianapolis Colts. Now turned spiritual lifestyle advisor, Saunders' main focus is on health and wellness, both mentally and physically.

Tune in as Wesley Saunders goes deep into his story of being under investigation from the NCAA, to his battles in the NFL, to becoming the successful entrepreneur and philanthropist h...

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March 3, 2023 46 mins
On episode 22 of Forged By Fire, Nick dives into the story of Nick Santonastasso who went from being a disabled teen to an Internet star that lives by inspiring others.   Santonastasso has defied the limiting beliefs of society time and time again, displaying his talents, skills and passions as a high school athlete, bodybuilder, and fitness model and today a motivational keynote speaker and author.   Tune in and be inspir...
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February 2, 2023 40 mins

CEO of Realgrader Alex Montalenti goes deep into his story of a near death experience as well as giving up what most consider the "perfect life" to start all over again. Everyone told him to quit... but he kept going.

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January 19, 2023 51 mins

On this Episode, former artist from "The Calling", Daniel Damico, shares his experience of transitioning his identity from a top musician to a top performing real estate agent in Hollywood, California.  If you are someone that has or had to deal with transitioning your identity TUNE IN!

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January 5, 2023 58 mins
On Episode 19 of #forgedbyfirepodcast @sethmanheimer shares his failure of how his business went from $200,000 revenue a month to absolutely nothing because of government  mandatory shutdowns!   Listen to how we was forged by his fire and flipped his story after such a hard loss.
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December 22, 2022 58 mins
On Episode 18, Nick dives into the life of self development coach, author, movement expert, and entrepreneur, Dolvett Quince as he shares his story of how he went from being mentally "heavy" to becoming a king! Listen, Learn, and Share!
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December 8, 2022 47 mins

This week we look into Blake Mallen's story of how he was only one month from bankruptcy and complete devastation. Doubts and negative self-talk were creeping in. He could have walked away but he went through the fire and was forged by it. 

Listen and learn how Blake Mallen became such a huge success story.

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October 6, 2022 25 mins

This week, we dive into Nick Sarnicola’s formula for the Art of Desire. Having become a self-made decamillionaire by age 35, while leading a 100,000+ person sales force, his innovation of leadership systems and strategies produced high-performing teams in nearly 20 countries, creating more than 70 millionaires.

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September 1, 2022 60 mins

On Episode 15, Nick sits down with professional networker and financial literacy expert Adam Sosnick. Co-host of Valuetainment Podcast, Adam, became a millionaire at age 35 making sales and spreading his financial literacy knowledge through public interactions in his “Sos Talks Money” media outlet. 

Coming from a home with an abusive father and being impacted by the 2009 recession, Adam was forged by this experience and found oppor...

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August 25, 2022 52 mins

This week, Nick hosts motivational speaker, author, world traveler, and founder of ExpertSpeaker.com, Majeed Mogharreban. He is an expert in entrepreneurship, innovation and creativity, sharing his knowledge with his audience.  

Majeed Mogharreban has seen many years of success inspiring people across the world and helping them access their freedom to create a life of passion and purpose. Although he has become an inspiration to mi...

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