Achieving Success
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Achieving Success with Olivia Atkin

Redefining what it really means to win in life, business, and beyond. Hosted by TEDx speaker, author, and former New York Football Giants PR pro Olivia Atkin, this globally listened-to show, heard across all seven continents, takes you inside the pivots, pressure, and breakthroughs of celebrities, athletes, entrepreneurs, and everyday leaders. Each episode is a reminder that there's no single path to success, only your own.

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Ep. 207

Ep. 207 The Values Exercise That Transforms How You Give Forever with Richard Peck

What if giving strategically could transform your impact without requiring a single dollar from your bank account? Richard Peck, founder of The Philanthropy Guy, reveals how time, connections, and intentionality often create more meaningful change than money alone. Through his two decades of philanthropic expertise, Richard shares the exact values exercise he uses with families and corporations to

October 13, 2026Listen →
Ep. 206

Ep. 206 Why Hockey Skills Made Him A Better Actor with Actor Michael William Freeman

What happens when a competitive hockey player trades the ice for the screen? Actor Michael William Freeman reveals how his athletic background became his secret weapon in Hollywood, from landing his breakout role as Blake Sarno in Fear the Walking Dead to navigating the intense physical and emotional demands of long-form television. His journey from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts to shooting in th

October 6, 2026Listen →
Ep. 205

Ep. 205 How She Built A VA Business With No Monthly Minimums with Julia Bernzott

What if the biggest barrier to getting help in your business isn't finding the right person, but finding someone who understands your reality as a small business owner? Julia Bernzott discovered this firsthand when she couldn't afford the high minimums most virtual assistant companies demanded. Her solution was revolutionary: create a VA service with options as low as two hours per month. Julia's

September 29, 2026Listen →
Ep. 204

Ep. 204 From COVID Survival To Client Connection: What Changed In Small Business with Sal Patane

What happens when a salon owner discovers that his clients are paying $55 for McDonald's delivery while complaining about a $10 haircut increase? Sal Patane, co-founder of Le Reve Salon and Spa, returns to share the brutal realities of running a small business in today's economy where everything costs more but customers expect the same prices. From navigating 30% product cost increases to watching

September 23, 2026Listen →
Ep. 203

Ep. 203 What Makes Some Podcast Guests Unforgettable (And Others Instantly Forgettable)

What makes some podcast guests instantly memorable while others are quickly forgotten? It's not their credentials or expertise-it's how they show up in the conversation. In this revealing solo episode, Olivia pulls back the curtain on what really happens during podcast interviews, exploring the psychology of great conversations from both the host and guest perspective. She reveals why curiosity be

September 15, 2026Listen →
Ep. 202

Ep. 202 What It's Really Like To Remember Every Day Since Age 6 with Frank Healy

Imagine remembering not just what happened on any given day for the past 60 years, but exactly how you felt during each moment. Frank Healy doesn't have to imagine it because he lives it every day through a rare memory condition that affects fewer than 100 people worldwide. What started as a burden that made him relive every painful moment has become his greatest asset in helping others heal from

September 8, 2026Listen →
Ep. 201

Ep. 201 'My Arm Just Shattered': The Moment That Redefined Everything with Former MLB Player Dan Winkler

Picture this: You're living your childhood dream, pitching in the major leagues, when suddenly your arm literally breaks mid-game. Former MLB Player Dan Winkler didn't just survive that moment-he turned it into his greatest comeback story. As a 20th round draft pick who shouldn't have made it according to the odds, Dan had already proven doubters wrong once. But nothing prepared him for the sound

September 1, 2026Listen →
Ep. 200

Ep. 200 The Safe Method For Digital Family Protection In The Age Of AI with Fareedah Shaheed

What would you do if someone asked you whether saving one child from online grooming would be worth sharing your most painful experiences? Fareedah Shaheed faced that exact question, and her answer transformed not just her life, but the lives of thousands of families navigating digital safety. As a cybersecurity expert who survived online grooming as a child, Fareedah brings a perspective that's b

August 25, 2026Listen →
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