Best Chris LaFay Podcasts (2025)

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Chris LaFay: How He Built a $1.3M Web Agency from a Small Town | Ep. 88 1:08:41

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⚡Want to build a business that actually works? My team at Motive11 can help—websites, systems, and strategy for modern entrepreneurs → https://motive11.com Agency founder Chris LaFay joins me to talk about growing a web business from small-town freelancing to seven figures, the power of sharing experience instead of advice, and what it really takes…

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Scope Creep 17:04

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Micah landed a great job with a huge pay increase. His job description seemed to continue to grow as time went on. Micah also learned how to own his decisions in a corporate setting.By Chris LaFay

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Andy Milligan: From College Golfer to $15K/mo Agency (No Code, No WordPress) | Ep. 87 2:02:42

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⚡Want to build a business that actually works? My team at Motive11 can help—websites, systems, and strategy for modern entrepreneurs → https://motive11.com In this episode, 24-year-old agency founder Andy Milligan reveals why he ditched WordPress, built 30+ sites on Webflow + Framer, and publicly tracks every dollar of revenue. 🔗 Connect with Andy …

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Layoffs Paid Off 15:57

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JL lost a great job due to layoffs. That loss was what he needed to finally bet on himself and build his own business.By Chris LaFay

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Fueled By Progress Is Back From The Dead | Ep. 86 21:32

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Fueled By Progress is back. New studio, fresh clarity, same mission: candid conversations that document the journey and help us all move forward. In this solo relaunch, I share why “MJS Podcast” never fully resonated, the story behind the FBP name (and why I’m proud to bring it back), how my year reshaped my direction, and what’s coming next—guests…

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Passive Choices 17:51

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A diesel generator teaches a lot about calm confidence.By Chris LaFay

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Layoffs & Learnings 20:11

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Chris was impacted by layoffs. In the midst of finding his next role, he learned a lot about himself and what brings him joy.By Chris LaFay

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Speed of Iteration 18:03

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Non-Toxic Teams 16:02

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Richard's team was dealing with a toxic client. As their boss and leader, it was up to him to fix the situation and build a safe working environment.By Chris LaFay

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Taking Control 18:41

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Nishat had her whole life planned out. When she finally reached her goals, she realized things weren't what they seem.By Chris LaFay

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So What's Next? 18:34

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Kiera thought she had secured a dream job. Turns out, it wasn't. Fortunately, it led her to finding her true career path.By Chris LaFay

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Scaled to Unhappy 18:28

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David had a successful, growing business. He slowly realized that it wasn't what he wanted out of a career.By Chris LaFay

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Made For More 16:04

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Rachael worked herself until she dropped...literally. That moment helped her realize that she could offer much more to the world. To connect with Rachael and download her free resources, you can find her here: https://linktr.ee/RachaelEdmondsonClarkeBy Chris LaFay

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Throwing Tactics 12:49

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People don't always want to hear bad news. Angelo has created a business engaging those pain points head on and creating better communication with his clients.By Chris LaFay

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Niching Down 21:25

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Like the rest of us, Matthew learned something new during the COVID lockdown. He also found the benefit of simplifying his target market.By Chris LaFay

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Simplify & Scale 22:11

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Chris needed to simplify his business and still be able to offer services to his clients. He built a community of professionals that help each other maximize their potential to their clients.By Chris LaFay

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Network & Consume 17:07

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Leo started networking at an early age. A sense of teamwork has taken him far.By Chris LaFay

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Move with Intention 15:37

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Bobby has a simple message for those looking to grow their business...act like you belong.By Chris LaFay

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Marketing with Influence 11:50

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Mike came across a marketing problem. The solution was sitting in front of him the whole time.By Chris LaFay

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Hiring on a Hope 9:17

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Mickey’s company was growing and looking for their next hire. Luckily, they met Robert.By Chris LaFay

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Success isn't $100K 7:20

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A childhood backyard cookout unexpectedly became Andy’s lifelong definition of success - until he realized he was chasing someone else’s version. In this episode, we unpack how subtle early moments shape our ambitions and why redefining success on your own terms might be the most important step in your leadership journey.…

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Slowing Down to Stand Out 6:54

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How a Japanese tea ceremony reshaped Defne's perspective on intentionality and human connection.By Chris LaFay

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Nick Saraev: Building High-ROI Services & Ruthless Effectiveness | Ep. 85 1:13:46

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Join me for a conversation with Nick Saraev, AI automation expert, agency owner, and content creator who scaled his service business to $72K/month. In this episode, we explore the intersection of technology, business mindset, and content creation strategy. Nick shares his journey into AI automation, revealing why focusing ruthlessly on revenue-gene…

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Matt Medeiros: Building Digital Assets, Personal Branding & Playing the Long Game | Ep. 84 1:02:42

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Join me for an enlightening conversation with Matt Medeiros, the "Podfather of WordPress" and creator of The WP Minute, as we dive deep into the world of content creation, personal branding, and playing the long game in the digital space. In this episode, Matt shares his 15+ years of experience as a digital professional and reveals why he conscious…

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I Started A Podcast (And This Is The First Episode) | Ep. 83 18:46

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Welcome to the first episode of the MJS Podcast! I'm Mark Szymanski, and in this introduction, I share why I'm starting this podcast journey to have authentic conversations with interesting minds who have mentored and influenced me. I explain my background in WordPress, digital marketing, and content creation, plus my previous podcasting experience…

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FBP #82: CT Kaupp | Strong Relationships & Social Media 28:01

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CT is in the 'Burgh! CT Kaupp is a Wisconsin native that has a true passion for web design and entrepreneurship. He is the owner of CT Kaupp, LLC, a full-service web design firm, and the host of the Business In Boardshorts Podcast. His approach to web design emphasizes developing strong relationships with his clients. He takes care of everything, s…

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FBP #81: Amanda Masters | Fitness & Self-Affirmation 1:21:27

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She's Back! Amanda Masters has become a fitness fanatic over the past 14 months. She went from zero exercise to now working out 5 days per week. How'd she do it? She found a few great influences on social media that positively impacted her and now she's looking to inspire others to do the same via her brand, Amanda's Inspiration. On top of that, Am…

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FBP #80: Benjamin Cartwright | Entrepreneurship & Politics 1:56:36

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Benjamin Cartwright is back as our first repeat guest! He is a U.S. Military veteran and entrepreneur with thoughtful perspectives on the current U.S. political and economic landscape. In this second time around, Benjamin provides updates on his new venture, Stonebridge Security Consultants, which is set to launch later in 2021. SSC will provide a …

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FBP #79: Joe Tersak | Self-Improvement & Cryptocurrency 4:25:53

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Joe Tersak is a Pittsburgh native with a fierce passion for 2 things: self-improvement and cryptocurrency. By day, he works as an Elite Senior District Manager at ADP. By night, he is the host of Viva La Coin, his YouTube channel and brand devoted to educating others on cryptocurrency. Joe's story is something that everyone can benefit from hearing…

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FBP #78: Jeff Fieldhouse 2:14:33

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Jeff Fieldhouse is a Pittsburgh native with a passion for comedy and a love for all types of creative art. He is a stand-up comedian the host of The BabyFace Assassin Podcast. Alongside his girlfriend and producer Danielle Bernick, he has spent the past 2 years building up the brand. The dynamic duo has big plans for the future! The craziness of 20…

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FBP #77: CT Kaupp 49:29

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CT Kaupp is a Wisconsin native that has a true passion for web design and entrepreneurship. He is the owner of CT Kaupp, LLC, a full-service web design firm, and the host of the Business In Boardshorts Podcast. His approach to web design emphasizes developing strong relationships with his clients. He takes care of everything, so they can focus on r…

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FBP #76: Benjamin Cartwright 2:23:13

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Benjamin Cartwright is a U.S. Military veteran and entrepreneur that has lived up and down the east coast of the United States. He's also a certified sous-chef and has worked at many top-notch establishments in the past. Benjamin's new venture, Stonebridge Security Consultants, is set to launch in 2021 and will provide a variety of services to its …

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FBP #75: Liam Carlin 2:37:07

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Liam Carlin is a Pittsburgh native currently working full-time at a logistics company. He graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) in 2019 with a Masters in Business Administration and has plans to work for himself in the future. In mid-2020, Liam launched his first business, Carlin Fitness Systems. Initially, he offered one-on-one t…

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FBP #74: Josh Santiago 1:18:57

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Josh Santiago is a freelance video editor and YouTuber with over 3,000 subscribers. He recently moved back to Wisconsin after living out in Oregon for a short time. Josh started to focus on building his video editing business, Thrive Media Productions, after he lost his day job due to the pandemic. He also began publishing more content on his YouTu…

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FBP #73: The Future Of FBP 50:00

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We've got big things planned for 2021! Podcast improvements, bringing the apparel line to life, and expanding the FBP community are just the beginning! Thank you all for your support! Stay Fueled By Progress & Let's Keep Going! FBP Clips Channel: YouTube Follow Fueled By Progress: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn - TikTok - Twitter - YouTube - Websi…

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FBP #72: Max Novak 1:02:18

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Max Novak is a Director, VFX Artist, and YouTuber with over 240,000 subscribers. He is a Pittsburgh native that recently returned from living out in Los Angeles, California. Max attended CCAC for two years before transferring to Slippery Rock University (SRU). At the time, he was studying Cybersecurity but developed a passion for video editing and …

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FBP #71: Cal Tarasi 2:15:01

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Cal Tarasi is a Mail Carrier at The United States Postal Service. He is a Pittsburgh native that relocated to Yakima, Washington in June 2020 for a change of scenery. Prior to USPS, Cal studied Music at California University of Pennsylvania. After completing his core courses, he auditioned and was accepted into Berklee College of Music, one of the …

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FBP #70: Ryan Praskovich 2:33:47

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Ryan Praskovich is a Cyber Threat Intelligence Consultant at Nationwide. He is a Pittsburgh native that relocated to Columbus, Ohio after graduating from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor's degree in information science/networks and security. Over the past few years, Ryan has developed a passion for personal finance and has implemented s…

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FBP #69: Lucas Brennan 1:27:10

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Lucas Brennan is a Long Island, New York native and is currently working as a Full Stack Developer at BlueMatrix based in New York City. He graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor's degree in computer science in just 3.5 years. Lucas has a passion for gaming and has been building up his following on Twitch in his spare time. Luc…

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FBP #68: Alex Connor 3:20:44

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Alex Connor is a graduate student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute working towards his Ph.D. in Chemical and Biological Engineering. His current research focuses on the genetic design, recombinant production, and characterization of silk-inspired proteins produced in a variety of microorganisms. He also has a passion for learning about nutrition…

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FBP #67: Brian Carothers 1:18:50

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Brian Carothers is a real estate agent with RE/MAX Select Realty in Moon Township, PA. He loves the real estate transaction process and enjoys helping people through one of the biggest purchases of their lives. Since social media's conception, Brian has learned to leverage it in a way not many other agents have. His persistence has resulted in grea…

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FBP #66: Cory Herschk 1:24:58

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Cory Herschk is a 3rd Grade Math Teacher at Dilworth Elementary School, Director of Hockey Operations at USA Ball Hockey, and the Head Coach of the Pittsburgh Gods. The sport of ball hockey has grown exponentially over the past 10+ years and Cory has been one of the driving forces behind its rapid growth. He's spent and continues to spend, countles…

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FBP #65: Andrew Flowers 1:08:01

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Andrew Flowers is a student at Grand Canyon University (GCU) in Phoenix, Arizona with a great deal of ambition and experience at a young age. He co-founded a digital marketing agency at 18 and has been able to leverage the knowledge he gained from it over the past couple of years. Currently, he is the Student Vice President of Canyon Angels, an ang…

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FBP #64: Nick DiSanti & Jimmy Farbo 1:33:45

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Nick DiSanti & Jimmy Farbo are Penn State University engineering graduates, investment partners, and great friends. They've both developed a burning passion for fitness and have been motivating each other since they met back in Happy Valley. Today, Nick works as a Sales and Operations Engineer at Carnegie Robotics and Jimmy is a Field Engineer at E…

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FBP #63: Izaz Ahmed 1:14:48

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Izaz Ahmed is a Sergeant in the U.S. Army and currently works as an Army Recruiter. He has a passion for service and has relished his time in the military thus far. He is also pursuing a degree in Aerospace Science and wants to work at a company like SpaceX in the future. As he plans for the future, Izaz is focusing on long-term investments in real…

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FBP #62: Jared Garasich 2:01:46

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Jared Garasich is an avid dek hockey player at North Hills Dek Hockey & Cranberry Dek Hockey and an Archeologist specializing in the U.S. Northeast region. He has garnished some great stories and unique perspectives from his time on the road. When he is home on breaks, one of his favorite pastimes is playing dek hockey at the local Pittsburgh rinks…

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FBP #61: Bobby Sokol 53:23

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Bobby Sokol is a semi-professional hockey player on the Peoria Rivermen (SPHL) and the Port Huron Prowlers (FPHL). In the past, he played at Ringgold High School, Hobart College, and overseas in several European countries. Ball, roller, and ice hockey have been a huge part of his life since he was just 2 years old. As he continues to make new conne…

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FBP #60: Brendan Milowicki 2:11:42

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Brendan Milowicki is a student at Slippery Rock University studying Psychology and a fitness content creator on Instagram. He has a passion for helping others and is sharing his fitness knowledge with the world to create a positive impact. Brendan shares some keen insights on fitness, mental health, college, how 2020 has affected people, and much m…

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FBP #59: Ryan Rust 1:29:40

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Ryan Rust is a full-time video producer at Guardian Protection, a freelance narrative director, and a volunteer firefighter. He graduated from The Pittsburgh Technical Institute in early 2015 and started his own freelance business, "Firedance Productions", shortly after. He is also establishing his personal portfolio under the brand "Ryan M. Rust F…

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FBP #58: Dan Cole 1:33:24

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Dan Cole is a full-time Project Engineer at FedEx and the owner of DC Hypertrophy & Strength LLC (DCHS). He has been training since 2008 and started focusing on bodybuilding specifically in 2014. He founded DCHS in June 2018 and earned his bodybuilding pro status in the OCB in December 2018 as a classic physique competitor. Dan talks about how he b…