Achieving Success with Olivia Atkin

Achieving Success with Olivia Atkin

Redefining what it really means to win in life, business, and beyond. Achieving Success with Olivia Atkin isn’t just a podcast. It’s a wake-up call for anyone chasing a version of success that doesn’t quite feel like their own. Hosted by TEDx Speaker, author, and former New York Giants PR professional Olivia Atkin, this globally listened-to show, heard across all seven continents, brings you inside the minds and moments of people who have faced it all—the pivots, the pressure, the breakdowns, and the breakthroughs that shaped who they became. From celebrities and professional athletes to entrepreneurs, creators, and everyday leaders, each episode reminds you that there’s no single path to success, only your own. Through candid interviews and raw solo episodes, Olivia doesn’t just inspire you; she challenges you. You’ll walk away with stories that shift your perspective, tools you can use today, and a renewed belief that your next chapter is already waiting. Success isn’t one size fits all. It’s personal, it’s powerful, and it’s yours to define. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/achieving-success-with-olivia-atkin--5743662/support.

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June 16, 2026 30 mins
What happens when you realize your voice carries more weight than you ever imagined? Olivia pulls back the curtain on the hidden responsibility that comes with speaking into a microphone, sharing the profound moment she discovered podcasting isn't just content creation-it's stewardship. When she was laid off from Lockheed Martin at 4 PM and still showed up to record at 6 PM, everything changed about how she understood the relations...
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The engineering student who spent three summers doing door-to-door sales training with Zig Ziglar just revealed the system that generates four times normal revenue quotas without a single cold call. Ronald Bolden Jr. built his entire business around one controversial belief: don't buy leads, buy systems. After watching corporate America push cold calling strategies that made him uncomfortable, he developed an entirely different app...
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What happens when a life-altering accident forces you to completely reimagine your future? Actor Kurt Yaeger discovered that sometimes the most devastating moments become the catalyst for extraordinary transformation. After a BMX crash led to the amputation of his left leg, Kurt didn't just pivot his career-he revolutionized how disability is represented in Hollywood. From professional athlete to acclaimed actor appearing across al...
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What happens when getting a client order feels like a burden instead of a celebration? Business strategist Sunita Kumar shares the exact moment she knew her successful health product business had to end-despite still making money. Her story reveals how our bodies send us signals long before our minds catch up, and why pushing through friction isn't always the answer. Sunita brings a unique blend of Cornell engineering, MBA credenti...
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What happens when a guest who's been interviewed dozens of times looks you in the eye and says, 'I've never shared that before'? Olivia reveals the moment that reminded her why authentic connection trumps perfect questions every single time. From celebrities to business leaders, she's heard this line more than she can count, and it's taught her something powerful about creating spaces where people feel truly seen and heard. This is...
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What happens when a prosecutor realizes the criminal justice system is failing the very people it claims to serve? Mark Astor discovered this harsh reality after seeing the same faces cycle through courtrooms over and over-all struggling with untreated mental health and addiction issues. His journey from "lock them all up" prosecutor to founding the only law firm in America dedicated exclusively to mental health and addiction law r...
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What if the secret to creative success isn't perfection, but actually daring to suck? Brandon Firla, series regular on Suits and award-nominated screenwriter, reveals how embracing failure transformed his multi-faceted career spanning acting, writing, and restaurant ownership. From his breakout role as Jonathan Sidwell to co-owning a Pasadena restaurant for over a decade, Brandon shares the mindset shifts that helped him navigate u...
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After 13 years of chronic migraines that sent her to the ER monthly, Edna Ness stumbled upon a therapy so powerful it eliminated her pain permanently in just one month. But that was only the beginning of her incredible journey. When doctors told her husband he had less than a week to live with stage four cancer, she pulled from years of alternative healing experience to guide his recovery using the same revolutionary treatments. Wh...
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What happens when everything you planned goes completely off track, but in the best possible way? Olivia thought she was building a career development business, but within weeks of launching her podcast, she discovered her audience wanted something entirely different. Eight countries, countless questions about podcasting strategy, and zero requests for resume advice later, she faced a choice that would redefine everything. This epi...
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What if the problem isn't your marketing, but something else entirely? Phil Whitebloom, a nationally respected sales coach with over 40 years of experience who led teams generating $1.5 billion in sales at Sony Electronics, reveals why most business owners completely misdiagnose their sales problems. Through his work with CEOs and entrepreneurs, Phil has discovered that when companies get 60 qualified leads and close zero deals, th...
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The coach laughed and told him to forget it. Nine out of ten people quit this brutal sport. He'd need ten years of experience, and kids in Europe start at five years old. But when Ruben Gonzalez heard those statistics, he started smiling. This was exactly what he'd been looking for. Olympic Athlete Ruben Gonzalez was the ultimate underdog who turned his biggest weakness into his competitive advantage, deliberately choosing the hard...
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What if the secret to building a profitable business wasn't working harder, but working with more joy? Arliss Dudley-Cash discovered this truth the hard way after performing over 5,000 autopsies as a deputy coroner, burning out in a PhD program, and being diagnosed with a rare genetic condition that doctors said would give her only one year to live. Her journey from forensic pathologist to neuroscience researcher to soul-centered b...
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What happens when you stop chasing revenue and start chasing value instead? Jeff Harnois, founder of iBridge, discovered this shift transformed everything about his business approach and client relationships. After building a successful executive coaching practice that became referral-only, Jeff made a bold pivot that quadrupled his annual revenue while serving clients at an entirely different scale. His journey from individual con...
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What if everything you've been told about podcast monetization is backwards? Olivia reveals how her podcast generated its first client within eight weeks of launching, without a single sponsor or massive download numbers. She breaks down the three real revenue streams that actually work for podcasters and shares why lead generation beats sponsorship deals every time. Through her own journey from 300 downloads to TEDx stages, you'll...
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What if you could know before accepting a job whether you'd thrive there or become another disgruntled employee? Matthew Person, founder of Town Square Advisors and creator of the Square Management System, reveals how most companies unknowingly let their staff determine company culture instead of intentionally designing it. Through his 40-point methodology, he's discovered that there's no such thing as bad culture or bad employees ...
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What does a custom knife, a secret song recording, and a pile of scrap metal have in common? They're all part of Actor Ryan Robbins' unconventional approach to building a career that spans from Battlestar Galactica to Netflix's Little House on the Prairie reboot. Ryan's journey from sleeping on Vancouver streets to starring in major film franchises reveals why traditional success advice might be holding you back. He shares the brut...
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What if the certification process itself transforms who you become, not just what you know? Maryanne Ross discovered this firsthand when a CPIM certification elevated her from forklift driver to Fortune 500 trainer, working with companies like ExxonMobil and Merck. With over 25 years in adult education and 18 years of supply chain experience, she's witnessed thousands of professionals struggle with the fear that certifications are ...
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Most entrepreneurs are chasing the wrong growth strategies while completely overlooking the one that could transform their visibility overnight. Olivia has been a guest on over 100 podcasts, and she's never stopped-even after building her own successful show. What started as her very first podcast appearance with Marcus Ogden just weeks before launching her own platform became the foundation of a growth strategy that continues to f...
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What's the fastest way to lose thousands of dollars and years of protection for your game-changing idea? Austin Bonderer, who's secured over 700 U.S. patents, says it starts with three simple words you probably say every day. As a former U.S. patent examiner turned patent attorney, Austin has seen brilliant entrepreneurs destroy their chances at protection with one excited conversation at a family gathering or business conference. ...
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Ever wonder what it's really like to get traded five times in the NFL, knowing each goodbye might be forever? Former NFL Player Paul Perkins pulls back the curtain on the emotional reality of professional sports-from throwing away his childhood Eagles wallet when he joined the Giants to learning that friendships in the league come with an expiration date you never see coming. But here's where his story gets really interesting: he t...
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