A middle aged man sets out on a quest to learn from his own experiences and the wisdom of others in an attempt to better understand the ABSOLUTE AWESOMENESS of life, love, business, and even donuts.
THE PODCAST
Recent Episodes
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Ep. 008
Matt Eicheldinger - the incredible 15 year long journey to becoming a bestselling author.
The journey to bring a dream to reality is often filled with lots of ups and downs and all sorts of unexpected challenges along the way. New York Times Bestselling author, Matt Eicheldinger shares his incredible 15 year long journey of coming up with the idea for a book...getting it published....and ultimately landing a multi-book deal.
Matt talks about going all in, the power of kindness, taking risks, and telling stories on social media (which have gotten more than 70 million views).
If you've ever thought of writing a book...Matt will walk you through all the steps he took...from self publishing...to landing an agent....and everything in-between.
Matt shares some awesome nuggets of wisdom and life perspectives in a conversation that highlights the importance of pursuing big dreams...and telling some great stories along the way.
TikTok: @matteicheldinger
Instagram: @matteicheldinger
Show Notes:
1:42 Intro
3:51 From conception of a book to New York Times Bestseller
12:17 Writing query letters and trying to get an agent
20:02 Support from family and asking the right questions
24:05 Kickstarter and self-publishing
34:07 Power of kindness
36:05 Finally getting representation
37:50 Selling the book
39:05 Working with an editor
41:52 Expectations of the big pay day
42:33 Life changes and going all in
44:46 Taking a risk and helping others
47:24 Telling stories on Instagram
54:00 Sticky Notes - the book
56:07 Showing humanity through the lens of a child
57:48 Four more books coming out over the next year
1:03:28 Buying books and helping authors
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Ep. 007
Amazing conversation with U.S. Paralympian Hagan Landry. We discuss winning the Silver Medal at the 2021 Paralympics, setting the American Record in the shotput, as well as all of the highs and lows of forging an incredible 10 year career as a Paralympian.
From small town Louisiana roots, Hagan has used his grit and determination to travel all over the world and compete at the highest level. His story is one of resiliance and persistence in the face of countless setbacks. Hagan is a world class athlete looking to compete in the 2024 Paris Paralympics while also using his knowledge and experience to help coach the next class of future Olympians and Paralympians.
Follow Hagan on Instagram: @hagan_landry
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Ep. 006
It's graduation season....and one of my favorite things are commencement speeches. On this episode Rich attempts to give a commencement speech....of sorts.....not necessarily offering up life advice but just proposing 2 little ideas.
If you like commencement speeches as much as I do......you might want to check these out.....
Tom Hanks at Yale in 2011: https://youtu.be/baIlinqoExQ?si=S1gn0pb5AihJ3TfD
David Foster Wallace's "This is Water": https://youtu.be/DCbGM4mqEVw?si=dwLmYSwwUVs62FJq
Charlie Day's speech at Merrimack College: https://youtu.be/IulvPqb1Eus?si=wvDJAV0FdpyFEd6i
Conan O'Brien at Dartmouth: https://youtu.be/KmDYXaaT9sA?si=oG5_CSbPPVMd8crO
Neil Gaiman at University of the Arts: https://youtu.be/ikAb-NYkseI?si=0CAlYCVO-MvFIisg
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Ep. 005
I’m learning that LOVE may just be the alchemy of life.
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Ep. 004
New Year means new goals!! On this episode I'll share with you a couple tricks I've found to help me more easily expand my comfort zone and in turn accomplish more of my goals.
I hope 2024 is the absolute best year of your life and you shine your awesomeness wherever you go!
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Ep. 003
A chance encounter with a stranger, a bad training run, and high fives at carpool have me learning more about CREATING JOY in my life and at work.
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Ep. 002
This is all about stuff I’m learning from tennis….but it’s not really about tennis…it’s about THE SPACE and a new way I’m learning to look at challenges and obstacles.
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Ep. 001
Thank You Notes have made a HUGE impact in my life and have taught me a lot about business, dreams, who I want to be, and the awesomeness of people.
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Ep. 000
Super Suspenseful and Overly Dramatic Podcast Trailer
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Business Executive, Husband, Father, Fake Mustache Aficionado, and Donut lover
As a Business Executive, Rich spent two decades working for several global medical device companies where he managed the portfolios of national health systems, lead sales teams, successfully launched new products, and helped develop new revenue streams.
Now out of Corporate America, Rich is using his 20 years of experience to help guide a small company with 85 employees. He is constantly learning how to develop a positive culture, find new areas of growth, and have a little fun along the way.
Rich loves to have conversations and connect with people that are doing interesting things, spreading joy, and encouraging others to share their awesomeness with the world.
Rich’s favorite activity is to simply spend time with his wife Shannon, his four boys: Patrick, Will, Reid, and Andrew, and his mildly overweight dog, Rosie.
Rich is the current owner of one disco ball motorcycle helmet. He hopes to purchase a motorcycle with a side car soon, so that he can ride in style while simultaneously blinding all the other drivers on the road.
Rich believes that the best picture he’s ever taken is currently on his Costco Membership Card. (which he has included on this page)
If you’d like to connect….just shoot Rich an email at rich@richwritesstuff.com