Take it From the Pros Ft. Steve and Ethan

“It is true, you have to share your own story with the world. That is the world that we live in today where there is a niche for everybody, and everybody can find their own path being themselves, and they don’t have to be somebody else. So let’s end this interview with some genuine advice from you. 

You’ve given a lot over the years, you’ve shared a lot of things that are on your mind. But here’s your chance at the end of your party, and the beginning of another run of 200 episodes, to share some advice that either you’ve heard from somewhere else, you’ve come up with on your own, or that has really guided you through your journey up to this point.”

• Ethan Abramson

We’re Going to Thrive

“One of my favorite quotes ever and has been really a big driver for me is one by Jay-Z. He said, ‘Nine to five is how you survive; I ain’t trying to survive, I’m trying to live it to the limit and love it a lot.’ That’s been a massive motivator for me. It’s like, nine to five is not necessarily just about that job. It’s this condition that you have to do these things from this time to this time, and you’ve got to do this and this and this. 

I was like, Yeah, I don’t like that. We’re not just going to make it; we’re going to thrive, we’re going to overcome things, we’re going to grow, we’re going to build, we’re going to eat, we’re going to get wealthy. That’s my motto. When you go off and do things alone, it can feel very lonely, and I always wanted to do something where you’re in a community together, which is why I started a nonprofit. I didn’t want to go snowboarding by myself, so I created a snowboard mentoring program. 

I love community, and if you get plugged into a community, everybody’s going along the same path and not thinking in this sort of linear way, amazing things can happen. So get out of the nine to five survival mindset. Nature’s abundant; there are so many trees out there, so why can’t that apply to your own life? Why can’t that apply to your own business?”

• Steve Larosiliere

Thank you to everyone who has been listening with us on this incredible journey. Whether you joined us on episode 1, or episode 199 we are happy to have you joining and collaborating with us as we learn and grow and prosper together. Here is to another fantastic 200 episodes of the Woodpreneur Podcast, and we will catch you next time!