{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/655919eaeddaaa0012628467/68363a62e1abc4be6b35da7b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Power of Risk and Reinvention with Blake Erickson | LLBD #56","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/655919eaeddaaa0012628467/1748384321592-72c58209-30c6-43ac-9d7c-1bd51e9620d6.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this inspiring episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez welcomes Blake Erickson to discuss the transformative journey of embracing risk, reinventing yourself, and finding purpose beyond comfort. Blake shares his experiences from door-to-door sales to co-authoring a book, launching a training company, and embracing a life of intentionality. Jeff and Blake dive deep into overcoming fears, managing financial risk, navigating family support, and building a fulfilling life designed around contribution and growth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to break free from playing small and step into their full potential.</p><p><br></p><p>⏱️ Key Moments &amp; Time Stamps:</p><p>00:00 – Introduction &amp; Peru Travel Stories</p><p>02:00 – Blake’s Leap from Door-to-Door to Entrepreneurship</p><p>04:00 – How Blake Met Ben Hardy &amp; Pitched the Book</p><p>06:00 – Facing Financial Uncertainty</p><p>10:00 – Rediscovering Purpose and Passion</p><p>13:00 – Navigating Family Support &amp; Big Life Decisions</p><p>17:00 – Lessons from Door-to-Door &amp; The Power of No’s</p><p>21:00 – Public Speaking and Storytelling</p><p>28:00 – Future Goals: Building a Legacy &amp; Giving Back</p><p>35:00 – A Heartfelt Reflection on Loss and Legacy</p><p>40:00 – Redefining Money &amp; Investing in Yourself</p><p>47:00 – Final Takeaways: Don’t Play Small</p>","author_name":"Jeff Mendez"}