In this episode of the 'Ben There, Doing That' podcast, host Ben Yurcisin discusses the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone to lead a fulfilling life. Sharing from his personal experience, Ben records the episode outdoors in a crowded public park, highlighting his discomfort yet pushing through to exemplify the episode's message.

He emphasizes growth, overcoming fear, and seizing life's opportunities as key benefits of challenging oneself to do uncomfortable things. Ben shares stories of his own endeavors, including attending a solo event and turning what could have been a misdirection into a valuable lesson on adaptability and the unexpected joys of life's surprises. The episode encourages listeners to take risks, embrace failure as a step towards success, and remember life's fleeting nature as motivation to pursue genuine happiness and fulfillment.

00:00 Welcome to the Uncomfortable Podcast Experience

00:27 The Growth in Discomfort: Recording in Public

01:29 Why Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone Matters

04:21 Practical Steps to Embrace Discomfort

08:08 Personal Anecdotes of Growth and Discomfort

16:39 Navigating Life's Unpredictable Turns

24:07 Closing Thoughts: Life's Fleeting Moments and Taking Action

Connect with Ben:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benyurcisin/

https://www.instagram.com/benyurcisin/

In this episode, Ben interviews Sadie while getting tattooed by her.

Sadie is a handpoke tattoo artist out of Philadelphia, with a background in international travel, marketing and business. Sadie is mostly self taught and has focused the last ten years of her life to achieving her long term goal of being a full time artist. She currently works at Now and Forever Tattoo where she is learning to tattoo with a machine and develop her unique style.

Sadie shares her personal journey towards finding her passion in tattoo artistry with broader advice on embracing change within the tattoo industry and life itself. Sadie transitioned from various career paths to becoming a fulfilled tattoo artist, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, balance, and self-motivation. The narrative further explores the dynamics of modern tattooing, contrasting traditional methods with the adoption of digital marketing and social media, highlighting the importance of learning new skills and technology. It also touches on making progress through small steps, the power of journaling and community, and offers encouragement for those feeling stuck. The overarching message is one of finding one's passion, adapting to industry shifts, and the perennial journey of self-discovery and growth.

00:00 Kicking Off with a Tattoo Session: Introducing Sadie

00:33 Diving into Tattoo Artistry and Learning Curves

01:08 A Trip Down Memory Lane: Childhood Adventures

01:44 Exploring Music, Identity, and Childhood Rivalries

03:36 The Great Outdoors: Childhood Games and Life Lessons

07:35 From Art Classes to Teaching: Sadie's Journey

13:01 Embracing the Unknown: Teaching Abroad in Korea

17:35 Finding Community and Overcoming Challenges in Korea

20:03 The Australian Adventure: Au Pairing and Self-Discovery

28:40 A Series of Unfortunate Events: From Head Injury to Getting Run Over

32:22 The Journey from Job Hunting to Virtual Assistant

32:43 Diving into the World of Finance and Career Transition

33:48 The Struggle of Job Applications and Finding a New Path

34:09 Exploring Virtual Work and Starting with a Weight Loss Business

35:01 Gaining Business Experience and Learning on the Job

36:38 The Power of Mentorship and Personal Growth

40:08 Transitioning to Tattoo Artistry: A New Creative Venture

41:46 Embracing Hand Poking and the Tattoo Industry

44:27 Overcoming Challenges and Setting New Goals

51:11 Finding Success and Building a Clientele

57:03 Reflecting on the Journey and Looking Ahead

Connect with Sadie:

https://www.instagram.com/sadie_stix/

Connect with Ben:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benyurcisin/

https://www.instagram.com/benyurcisin/

In episode three of the 'Ben There, Doing That' podcast, Ben shares his journey of figuring out life and entrepreneurship week by week. From humble beginnings and learning the technical aspects of podcasting, such as adjusting microphone levels, to embracing the messy process of growing a project in its nascent stages, Ben reflects on the importance of starting before feeling fully ready.

He recounts his experiences starting 'FunFinders' with a friend after gatecrashing a VIP event, leading to an unintentional interview that kickstarted his entrepreneurial career. Despite the venture not being completely successful, it was a crucial learning curve. Through networking, attending events, and embracing every failure as a growth opportunity rather than a setback, Ben navigates through various ventures, including a stint in social media marketing and a dip into the cryptocurrency world.

Each experience, whether a failure or a lesson, propels him to the next opportunity, illustrating the unpredictable but rewarding nature of entrepreneurship. The episode is a candid look at the highs and lows of starting businesses, the importance of persistence, and the belief that no effort goes unrewarded if you keep pushing forward.

00:00 Welcome to Episode Three: The Journey Continues

00:20 Learning from the Podcasting Process

00:58 The Power of Starting Before You're Ready

01:41 Embracing the Chaos: Finding Structure in Podcasting

02:38 Diving into Entrepreneurship: The Birth of FunFinders

04:19 The Entrepreneurial Journey: From Idea to Reality

05:23 Networking and the Unexpected Path to Success

13:35 Taking Over the Jersey City Tech Meetup

16:50 Rising Through Challenges: The Entrepreneurial Journey

17:03 The Pivot to Virtual Events and Beyond

17:49 From Layoff to Pure Joy: Embracing Entrepreneurship

19:45 Building BeYu Media: A Social Media Success Story

21:24 Exploring Startups and the Revelation to Lead

22:18 Diving Deep into the Crypto World

22:37 The Highs and Lows of Crypto Investments

24:55 Creating BeYu Labs: A Community for Entrepreneurs

26:12 Learning from Failures and Finding a Mentor

28:27 The Power of Persistence and the Future Ahead

30:19 Reflections and Advice for Fellow Entrepreneurs

Watch the FunFinders Interview with ParlayMe:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxH6LqNdrKA&t=102s

Connect with Ben:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benyurcisin/

https://www.instagram.com/benyurcisin/