Episodes of Direct or Detour
From Producing Hit Shows to Producing Her Best Life What happens when a successful television producer trades Hollywood glitz for purpose-driven entrepreneurship? Meet Shannon Russell, a former MTV and E! News producer who walked away from a 16-year career in the entertainment industry to “produce her own life.” Now the CEO of Second Act Success®…
From Adversity to Achievement: Alykhan Jetha’s Inspiring Journey When you think of a CEO, you might picture a polished resume, an Ivy League degree, and a straight path to the top. But Alykhan Jetha—known simply as AJ—defies that mold in the most powerful way. In this episode of Direct Or Detour, AJ shares how he…
John Brink isn’t just an entrepreneur—he’s living proof that resilience and vision can turn unimaginable hardship into extraordinary success. Born in 1940 in Nazi-occupied Holland, John’s earliest memories involve dodging bombers and foraging for food during the Hunger Winter. At just five years old, he vowed to move to Canada, the land of the soldiers…
Discover how a law school dropout became a global force in business and human coaching. In this episode of Direct Or Detour, we sit down with the dynamic and insightful Dale Kershner—a self-proclaimed “Human Being Coach” with over four decades of experience helping individuals and companies unlock their full potential. Dale’s story is anything but…
Meet William Holsten—The “Uh-Oh!” Navigator In the ever-evolving world of entrepreneurship, unexpected detours are inevitable. For William Holsten, these detours didn’t just shape his career—they inspired a book that’s helping business owners navigate around common (and costly) mistakes. A corporate innovation expert turned small business inventor, Holsten is the mind behind UH-OH! Avoid Unintentional Blunders…
What happens when a life of freedom on the open seas collides with a deeper calling to heal? Dr. Alain Salas, also known as The Mind Clearing Doctor, shares his journey from renting boats in southern France. He went on to become a chiropractic physician and creator of the transformative Mind Clearing System. In this…
The Entrepreneurial Rollercoaster of Michael Ritsema The journey to success is rarely a straight path. For Michael Ritsema, CEO and Principal at i3 Business Solutions, the road to entrepreneurship has been filled with dramatic highs and gut-wrenching lows. From nearly going bankrupt in 2001 to building a thriving technology and cybersecurity business, Michael’s story is…
Success isn’t always a straight path—it’s often full of unexpected turns. Matt Diamante, founder of HeyTony, didn’t start his career dreaming of SEO, marketing, or running an agency. In fact, his early passion was playing in a band. That passion led him to study advertising in college, which eventually turned into a journey of corporate…
What happens when a molecular biologist trades in the lab coat for a camera lens? Meet Jasmeet Singh, a former scientist turned professional photographer and the founder of 415Headshots Inc. Based in San Francisco and Sacramento, Jasmeet has built a premier headshot photography studio that helps professionals capture their best selves. His journey from science…
What if you could step away from your business without it falling apart? For many entrepreneurs, the idea of taking a vacation—or even just a day off—feels impossible. But for Madi Waggoner, the founder of Building Remote, creating a business that runs without you isn’t just a dream—it’s a necessity. Madi has helped over 40…