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In this deeply moving and powerfully vulnerable conversation, I sit down with the brilliant and courageous Matt Elwell, whose life, like so many of ours, has been anything but a straight line.
From growing up in a home filled with love, chaos, unpredictability, and a father navigating bipolar disorder, to the freezing cold tile showroom in derelict cowsheds he ran with his dad and brother, to standing on the edge of financial ruin during the credit crunch—Matt shares it all. His journey is one of resilience forged through fire, of vision born from necessity, and of a deep commitment to connection, growth, and honesty.
What struck me most in our time together was Matt’s raw willingness to talk about the parts of his story that most people would rather keep hidden—the shame, the regret, the moments of feeling lost or broken. But what shines through more than anything is his heart: huge, open, and always seeking to lift others up.
You’ll hear how Matt went from the brink of despair to building a thriving coaching business that helps people close not just sales, but gaps in confidence, belief, and clarity. We explore the roles that opposites play in his life: his structured business partner Nick, his steady and loving wife Kerry, his own dance between risk and safety, and how embracing those opposites has been the key to both his personal and professional evolution.
This conversation meanders, as life does, through pain and joy, grit and grace, love and loss. We talk about Matt's childhood, therapy, purpose, parenting, business, and what it truly means to live a life of meaning. Even when the path is anything but straight.
And perhaps the greatest takeaway from this episode is Matt’s call to all of us: to acknowledge those around us, to say “I love you,” to offer a kind word, and to remember that in the messiness of our own journeys, we are never alone.
Find out more about Matt ElwellBook links
Open with a Close: The Twelve Point Guide to Closing More Sales (Amazon)
Website
Elite Closing Academy: https://eliteclosingacademy.com/
Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-elwell-sales-trainer/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattelitecloser/
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@mattelitecloser
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I highly recommend you check out Jason Leister at https://jasonleister.co.
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Jodie Bentley is an actor, coach, and entrepreneur whose journey began at age 10 when she discovered theater playing Marta in "The Sound of Music." Growing up with a sister who had cognitive disabilities, Jodie learned early to be the "perfect child," always putting others' needs before her own. This pattern of caretaking shaped her identity but also created a deep-seated belief that her value came from what she did for others rather than who she was.
Despite earning a BFA in acting from NYU, Jodie struggled for eight years post-graduation, battling limiting beliefs about her worthiness to make money as an artist. The turning point came when she immersed herself in business literature and developed systems to approach her acting career strategically. Within six months, opportunities flourished, leading her to book numerous commercials and establish herself professionally in New York.
Life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in her early thirties. Throughout treatment that forced her into early menopause, Jodie continued coaching others, finding that serving others provided healing during her own struggle. After recovery, with hormones returning to normal, she gained clarity about her unhappy marriage and made the bold decision to divorce.
Moving to Los Angeles represented another significant pivot, opening new doors in on-camera work, producing, and screenwriting. Along the way, she reconnected with her high school sweetheart who is now her husband, creating a sense of coming home to herself while pursuing new creative ventures.
Today, Jodie balances multiple passions – acting, coaching, teaching, and developing her software business for actors. Her core mission remains helping others feel seen, heard, and like they belong, a direct reflection of her childhood experiences. As she continues evolving, she's learning to value her being over her doing, embracing the truth that she is enough exactly as she is.
Find out more about JodieWebsites
Jodie Bentley - https://jodiebentley.com/
Actor Insider - https://actor-insider.com/
The Actor's Office - https://www.theactorsoffice.com/
Social Media
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodiebentley/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jodiebentley/
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JB Minton's Substack is at https://substack.com/@jbminton
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Pete Reginella is a natural creative who has weathered multiple career pivots while balancing family responsibilities and personal challenges. As a child, he always carried a sketchbook, finding joy in art and music until missing entry into a Disney animation program by half a percent in math crushed his artistic dreams.
This setback led Pete down an unexpected path to automotive mechanics when he became a father at just 20. For the next 21 years, he excelled in this field, eventually being recognized as one of Canada's top mechanics. Throughout this time, Pete maintained a punishing schedule, often working multiple jobs simultaneously to support his growing family.
When COVID-19 hit, Pete's income as a commission-based mechanic collapsed as fewer cars needed servicing. This crisis sparked exploration of various online businesses—from print-on-demand to Amazon FBA—all while maintaining his full-time job. The stress of juggling multiple ventures ultimately cost him his primary employment.
Personal tragedy struck alongside professional upheaval. Within a whirlwind six-week period that included losing his beloved dog and facing financial uncertainty, Pete suffered a heart attack at 37. This health crisis, stemming partly from an undiagnosed blood disorder, forced him to reconsider his lifelong pattern of overwork.
Today, Pete has rediscovered creativity through copywriting, "painting with words" instead of on canvas. He's building an email-based business sharing engaging stories while helping others with their marketing needs. Though still battling his tendency to overwork, Pete dreams of reclaiming his artistic pursuits—fishing more, playing bass guitar again, and returning to visual art.
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To find out more about starting your own podcast, visit https://activateyourpodcast.com
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