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The Taste of Resilience: Chef Ashish Sathyan’s Global Culinary Journey (Ep. 25)

By Financial-Flight-Academy | November 15, 2023

From growing up on a farm in India to cooking in five-star hotels in the Middle East and now running his own restaurant in the U.S., Chef Ashish Sathyan’s story is truly inspirational.

In this episode, Jon Schuetz and Brent Connelly interview Ashish Sathyan, owner of Kinaara Indian Cuisine, about his global culinary journey, the challenges he faced along the way, and how he finally managed to live the American dream.

Ashish discusses:

The early days — living in a big family and working on a farm
The challenges he faced after moving, including language barriers and cultural adjustments
How it felt to start a restaurant two weeks before COVID-19 restrictions took effect (and how he weathered through them)
Challenges facing new business owners that Soar Wealth Strategies can assist with
And more

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About Our Guest:

Chef Ashish Sathyan loves eating homemade food, especially fish curry. His favorite thing to do when he is not working is playing cricket. He is one of the best bowlers in Omaha Cricket, which he described as his extended family. Kimberly was born and raised in Omaha. Eating, traveling, watching movies, and reading have been her favorite things for most of her life. She has been a hairstylist for 11 years. This allowed her to travel all over the world and throughout the United States. While doing this she also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the UNO College of Business.

Her studies took her to India, where she fell in love with the culture. A few months after she got back, she and Ashish met. With both of their experiences in customer service and Kimberly’s business degree, they want to bring you the best Indian food and the best experience. With Omaha having the most restaurants per capita, they know you have many choices when deciding where to eat. They want to show that they will always respect your money, and will give you high-quality food at a reasonable rate. It will always be true that you are only as good as the last dish you served.

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Keeping Your Eye on the End Goal with Jim Gregory (Ep. 17)

By Financial-Flight-Academy | July 12, 2023

Join Jim Gregory, Executive Vice President of Hawkins Construction, as he shares his personal journey, from early struggles in high school to the transformative moments that shaped his life.

In this episode, Jim reflects on the profound impact of mentors and the remarkable power of seizing opportunities. Listen in as Jim candidly recounts his early struggles in high school and the defining moments that shaped his life.

Through his narrative, he explores the significance of mentors and the power of seizing opportunities when they arise.

Jim discusses:

His not-so-great start of getting kicked out of high school
How his mentor Bill Olson influenced his important life decisions
The importance of making positive choices and avoiding distractions that hinder personal growth
How he embraced unexpected opportunities that led to personal transformation and success
How keeping your eye on the end goal and making the right decisions can make anything possible
And more

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Rising to the Top: The Inspiring Journey of Ingrid Geiseman (Ep. 7)

By Financial-Flight-Academy | February 22, 2023

Get motivated and inspired as we welcome the remarkable Ingrid Geiseman, Professional Clothier with Tom James, to the show today.

In this episode, Ingrid joins Jon and Brent to discuss her journey from growing up on a farm in Nebraska to becoming a successful clothier.

Ingrid shares how she learned to run a business at a young age, her studies at the University of Nebraska, and how to master sales.

Ingrid discusses:

How she got started in the fashion industry, including her early experiences and education
The skills and mindset she learned while working with the Southwestern Advantage Company, including sales and perseverance
The challenges and opportunities she faced while building her business and the lessons she learned along the way
The importance of hard work and determination, and how she has used these qualities to succeed in her career
And more

Resources:

Tom James Clothier Profile: Ingrid Geiseman

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About our Guest:

Ingrid Geiseman is a seasoned clothier with over a decade of experience in the fashion industry. Ingrid started her journey with Tom James of Chicago in 2003 before transitioning to Tom James of Omaha in 2007. She is proud to have earned several accolades throughout her career, including membership in the President’s Merit Club, President’s Honor Club, President’s Club, and President’s Cabinet.

Ingrid holds a Bachelor of Journalism Degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where she honed her skills and received a solid education. Growing up in Leigh Community Schools and attending the University of Nebraska-Lincoln allowed Ingrid to gain a well-rounded perspective and a passion for helping others.

Ingrid’s primary goal is to help simplify her clients’ lives by providing them with quality clothing and exceptional service.

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