Elevate With Elsner
Welcome to "Elevate with Elsner," the podcast that dives deep into the stories of individuals who've taken the bold step to follow their passion and make an impact!
I'm Blake Elsner, a real estate professional by day and your host by passion. I've always believed that our true calling can often be found in the most unexpected places. That's why I'm thrilled to bring you inspiring conversations with amazing guests who have transformed their lives by pursuing work they truly love.
Each episode of "Elevate with Elsner" is packed with candid discussions, heartfelt stories, and practical advice from people who took the leap and never looked back.
Whether it's leaving the corporate grind to start a business, swapping a finance job for a creative career, or any other impactful journey, you'll hear it all right here.
We'll explore the highs and lows, the challenges and triumphs, and most importantly, the impact these changes have made not just in their lives, but in the lives of others.
So, if you're ready to be inspired, if you're dreaming of making a change, or if you just love a good story of passion and impact, "Elevate with Elsner" is the podcast for you!
Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform and join us on this journey of transformation and discovery.
Can’t wait for you to tune in, listen to passion stories and know that even you can make an impact on the next episode of "Elevate with Elsner." See you next time!
Let’s elevate together!
Episodes
76 episodes
Beyond The Closing Table: Knox Returns To Talk Integrity and Innovation
In episode 49 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner welcomes back title expert Knox Mailhes, Vice President at Integrity Title Solutions, to discuss the state of the title market. They cover recent trends, the impact of falling mortgage r...
AI, Google, and Showing Up: How Home Service Businesses Win
In episode 47 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner explores the importance of brand building and online presence. He explains how Google Business Profiles work and why a strong digital footprint is essential for business success today.
Palm Trees, Podcasts and Perspective
In episode 47 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Sebastian Rusk as they share their travel experience, including unexpected flight delays with Southwest Airlines that ultimately led to an early arrival in Miami and a surpris...
Alabama Put Me Back In Driver's Ed
In episode 46 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner recounts his humorous encounter with law enforcement, the challenges of taking an online driving class at the age of 33, and the amusing lessons he learned about safe driving.Tune in for...
Stop Surviving, Start Scaling: Byron Wolfe on Beating the IRS and Owning Your Wealth
In episode 45 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Byron Wolfe, Co-founder and CEO of CFOAF, a bold financial advisory firm that helps business owners stop overpaying the IRS, scale their businesses, and build real wealth. He ...
We Are All Still Here and That's Enough
In episode 44 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner shares his recent experience in the beautiful Florida Keys and highlights the significance of authentic connections, mentioning his great friend and ally, Sebastian Rusk, who is passiona...
STL Unfiltered, Real Talk, Real Moves with Rusk
In episode 43 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Sebastian Rusk for a lighthearted and entertaining conversation as they recount their unforgettable adventures in St. Louis. From the chaos of flying Southwest Airlines to the...
Confidence, Clarity & Cash Flow, CFO Insights with Laurie Chen
In episode 42 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner welcomes Laurie Chen, a seasoned CPA and CFO, as she shares her journey from public accounting at a Big Four audit firm to embracing the startup world after obtaining her MBA.Tune...
Dumpsters to Deductions: Scaling, Selling, and Smart Money Moves with Michael McCall
In episode 41 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Michael McCall, owner of Buffalo Finances, as he discusses his experience building and recently selling a dumpster rental business, providing valuable insights into the grind ...
They Thought I Lost My Mind - But I Found My Voice
In episode 40 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner opens up about his personal transformation and the reactions he's faced from those around him. He discusses the importance of showing up as his true self, both online and in his personal...
From Fresh-Baked Wins to Family Getaways: Zach Medlin’s Blueprint
In episode 39 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Zach Medlin, the Founder of The Madison Liv Collection and the Head of Sales at Tiff’s Treats, as he discusses the importance of creating memo...
E3 Strategy with Faye Saad: Energy, Empathy, and Execution
In episode 38 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Faye Saad, a seasoned Sales Leader and Co-Founder of Athena Business Group, as she discusses pivotal moments in her career, including personal health challen...
Making Miracles: IVF, Parenthood & Porch Talks at the Hangout House
In episode 37 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner is joined by his wife, Cassidy Elsner, as they reflect on their journey through IVF and the transformative experience of parenthood. Recorded from a serene beach location, the c...
Exit on Purpose: Building a Franchise That Sells with Power
In episode 36 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Michael Schieffer, a Consultant and Owner of Exit Factor of O’Fallon, as they discuss the world of intentional and profitable business exits, discussing how small and...
Speak Like a Leader: Unlocking Influence and Connection with Steve Sapato
In episode 35 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Steve Sapato, a Business Consultant, Renowned Speaker, Communication Coach, and Founder of Sapato Seminars, as he emphasizes the importance of confident communication...
You are the Asset, Protect it, Build it, Elevate It
In episode 34 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner shares powerful insights on how our mindset, energy, and health directly impact our lives and the way we show up in the world. He emphasizes that while we often focus on securing material posse...
Badass Leadership, Direct Sales Domination and Doing It All with Jennie Bellinger
In episode 33 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Jennie Bellinger, a certified professional coach, two-time international best-selling author, and the voice behind the Badass Direct Sales Mastery Podcast, ...
Planting Seeds, Building Giants: How Mandy Doyle Broussard, Elevates Kids and Entrepreneurs Alike
In episode 32 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Mandy Doyle Broussard, the Owner of Seeds of Success Academy and the Founder at Go Be Greater Networking, as she shares her incredibl...
Embracing Imperfection, Progress and Real-Life Growth
In episode 31 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner shares personal anecdotes and life updates that remind us all to embrace our flaws and appreciate the little things.Tune in for a blend of comedy and inspiration that reminds u...
Mixing Up the ABCs with Dr. Aaron Wills, Where Laughter Meets Literacy
In episode 30 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Dr. Aaron Wills, an educator, principal, and author of We Mix Up Our ABCs, as he shares his mission to make learning fun, inclusive, and unforgettable.Tun...
From Federal Prison to Finding Purpose - Carl Dicharo's Journey of Redemption and Reinvention
In episode 29 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Carl Dicharo, as he discusses how he broke the cycle of his past, reprogrammed his mindset, and rebuilt his life from the ground up. Tune in for a co...
From the Ground Up: Freddy Cocek on Oil, Gas, and the Business of Energy
In episode 28 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Freddy Cocek, an entrepreneur and the Founder of Other People's Perspective Podcast, as he discusses the importance of mindset, resilience, and the drive to create something bigge...
Parenting Like a Pro Tactical Baby Gear & The Modern Dad's Toolkit with Beav Brodie
In episode 27 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Beav Brodie, the Founder of Baby Tactical Gear and Co-Owner of Fight Soap, as he discusses how his passions shaped his business mindset from a young age, leading him to create pro...
Built on Family, Driven By Legacy- Elsner Family Business Consulting
In episode 26 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner discusses the challenges faced by family businesses and the need for external consulting to bridge the gap between problems and solutions. Tune in to learn how ...
Bridging Sales Marketing and Brand Success with Shannon and Will Dukes
In episode 25 of Elevate with Elsner, Blake Elsner interviews Shannon and Will Dukes, the Founder of FecundFig, as they share insights into their journey, discuss how they empower businesses to not only survive but thrive, and highlight comm...