Make it Ambitious Wed, 27 May 2026 14:58:55 -0400 https://makeitambitious.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Make it Ambitious yes Support this Podcast ab7799f3-a7f0-5508-9979-2c570154267b vic@moseratelier.com Vic Moser episodic false Make it Ambitious is the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Each week, I sit down with industry disruptors, creative founders, and corporate game-changers to unpack the strategies, mindset shifts, and moments that shaped their journey. Whether you're building your brand, scaling your business, or navigating a career pivot, this show is your invitation to go all in because playing small was never the plan.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Vic Moser vic@moseratelier.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/4ayms86f5luq4tc48orwrjsa79z9?.jpg Make it Ambitious Vic Moser Ep. 8 | Why Misfits Build More Trust Than Experts with Danny Brassell Ep. 8 | Why Misfits Build More Trust Than Experts with Danny Brassell Why do some of the most talented people stay invisible while “misfits” build trust, authority, and loyal audiences?

In this episode, Vic Moser sits down with global keynote speaker and storytelling strategist Danny Brassell to unpack the power of authentic storytelling, why perfectionism kills connection, and how ambitious people can use their voice to create trust, authority, and real business growth.

Danny shares lessons from speaking on 3,500+ stages, rebuilding after financial loss, and helping entrepreneurs turn stories into action instead of just applause.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Why misfits often outperform polished experts
➺ The difference between real confidence and performative confidence
➺ Storytelling mistakes that quietly weaken trust
➺ How to make your message actually move people
➺ Why reading changes how you lead and communicate
➺ How to stop hiding behind perfectionism and own your voice

🌐 Danny’s Website ➺ https://go.shopmy.us/p-60933557
🎁 Free Story Blueprint ➺ https://go.shopmy.us/p-60933490 

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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Why do some of the most talented people stay invisible while “misfits” build trust, authority, and loyal audiences?

In this episode, Vic Moser sits down with global keynote speaker and storytelling strategist Danny Brassell to unpack the power of authentic storytelling, why perfectionism kills connection, and how ambitious people can use their voice to create trust, authority, and real business growth.

Danny shares lessons from speaking on 3,500+ stages, rebuilding after financial loss, and helping entrepreneurs turn stories into action instead of just applause.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Why misfits often outperform polished experts
➺ The difference between real confidence and performative confidence
➺ Storytelling mistakes that quietly weaken trust
➺ How to make your message actually move people
➺ Why reading changes how you lead and communicate
➺ How to stop hiding behind perfectionism and own your voice

🌐 Danny’s Website ➺ https://go.shopmy.us/p-60933557
🎁 Free Story Blueprint ➺ https://go.shopmy.us/p-60933490 

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♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Vic Moser Buzzsprout-19250025 Wed, 27 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400 3537 8 full false Ep. 7 | Building a Mission-Driven Franchise & Scaling Impact with Nichole Daher Ep. 7 | Building a Mission-Driven Franchise & Scaling Impact with Nichole Daher She Just Wanted to Help Her Daughter… This Happened Next

In this conversation, Nichole Daher shares how a deeply personal need—finding the right support for her stepdaughter led her to build Success On The Spectrum, the first autism treatment franchise of its kind. She opens up about the gaps she saw in the ABA therapy system, why most providers stop at age seven, and how she decided that “good enough” wasn’t enough for her child or for the thousands of families facing the same struggle.
Nichole dives into what it really takes to scale a mission-driven business without compromising quality, from radical transparency (including cameras in every room) to building a franchise model rooted in values, not just profit. She shares the emotional reality of entrepreneurship—being underestimated, navigating loneliness at the top, and learning how to trust, delegate, and lead. The episode wraps with rapid-fire questions that reveal her mindset on fear, leadership, and what’s next for her growing impact.


💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Sometimes, the best businesses are built from solving your own problem first.
➺ Demand doesn’t lie—if people keep calling, you’re onto something.
➺ Transparency builds trust (and raises the standard for an entire industry).
➺ You can build something impactful and profitable at the same time.
➺ Scaling requires systems, not just passion—replication is everything.
➺ The right people matter more than anything—mission alignment is non-negotiable.
➺ Being underestimated can become your biggest advantage.
➺ Leadership means knowing when to let go—and when to step back in.
➺ Fear never goes away—you just learn how to move with it.
➺ If your model works once, document it, refine it, and scale it.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

Nichole Daher is an entrepreneur, autism advocate, and founder of Success On The Spectrum, the first autism treatment franchise designed to provide high-quality ABA therapy for children up to age 18. What started as a solution for her own stepdaughter quickly revealed a nationwide gap in care—one that she turned into a rapidly scaling business now serving families across the U.S.
Through her work, Nichole is not only helping children gain critical life skills but also empowering entrepreneurs to build purpose-driven businesses that create real impact in their communities. Her mission is simple: raise the standard of care, expand access, and build a future where every child has the support they deserve.

Nichole's Website: https://sosfranchising.com/

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Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


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♡ Join the Make it Ambitious Squad ♡
Your accountabili-tea ☕ squad helping you to stop overthinking and finally get sh*t done. 

→ New episodes launch every Thursday. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts to stay up-to-date with every episode.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> She Just Wanted to Help Her Daughter… This Happened Next

In this conversation, Nichole Daher shares how a deeply personal need—finding the right support for her stepdaughter led her to build Success On The Spectrum, the first autism treatment franchise of its kind. She opens up about the gaps she saw in the ABA therapy system, why most providers stop at age seven, and how she decided that “good enough” wasn’t enough for her child or for the thousands of families facing the same struggle.
Nichole dives into what it really takes to scale a mission-driven business without compromising quality, from radical transparency (including cameras in every room) to building a franchise model rooted in values, not just profit. She shares the emotional reality of entrepreneurship—being underestimated, navigating loneliness at the top, and learning how to trust, delegate, and lead. The episode wraps with rapid-fire questions that reveal her mindset on fear, leadership, and what’s next for her growing impact.


💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Sometimes, the best businesses are built from solving your own problem first.
➺ Demand doesn’t lie—if people keep calling, you’re onto something.
➺ Transparency builds trust (and raises the standard for an entire industry).
➺ You can build something impactful and profitable at the same time.
➺ Scaling requires systems, not just passion—replication is everything.
➺ The right people matter more than anything—mission alignment is non-negotiable.
➺ Being underestimated can become your biggest advantage.
➺ Leadership means knowing when to let go—and when to step back in.
➺ Fear never goes away—you just learn how to move with it.
➺ If your model works once, document it, refine it, and scale it.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

Nichole Daher is an entrepreneur, autism advocate, and founder of Success On The Spectrum, the first autism treatment franchise designed to provide high-quality ABA therapy for children up to age 18. What started as a solution for her own stepdaughter quickly revealed a nationwide gap in care—one that she turned into a rapidly scaling business now serving families across the U.S.
Through her work, Nichole is not only helping children gain critical life skills but also empowering entrepreneurs to build purpose-driven businesses that create real impact in their communities. Her mission is simple: raise the standard of care, expand access, and build a future where every child has the support they deserve.

Nichole's Website: https://sosfranchising.com/

Send us Fan Mail

Support the show

♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


♡ Follow Vic:
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♡ Join the Make it Ambitious Squad ♡
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→ New episodes launch every Thursday. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts to stay up-to-date with every episode.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Vic Moser Buzzsprout-19063050 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:00:00 -0400 3230 7 full false Nichole Daher Vic Moser Ep. 6 | From Corporate Cubicle to Naturopathic Entrepreneur with Sara Love Ep. 6 | From Corporate Cubicle to Naturopathic Entrepreneur with Sara Love In this conversation, Sara Love shares her journey from a corporate pharmacy career to becoming a naturopathic doctor and tea entrepreneur. She discusses how leaving a suffocating office environment led her to embrace her entrepreneurial identity, and how an intensive business academy gave her the clarity she needed. Sara dives deep into the connection between stress, gut health, and the healing power of plants, explaining why she developed her own loose-leaf tea blends for her patients. She also opens up about balancing two businesses, the mental discipline of ultra marathon running, and why giving yourself permission to rest is one of the bravest things you can do. 

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮'𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Leaving a suffocating environment is the first step toward becoming who you truly are.

➺ Entrepreneurship is an identity, not just a career path.

➺ Stress and gut health are deeply connected, and so is the solution.

➺ Simple rituals like herbal tea can be powerful tools for healing and restoration.

➺ Structuring your time by business and protecting personal hours prevents burnout.

➺ Ultra-marathon running is 90% a mental game, and that same mindset builds great entrepreneurs.

➺ Rest is not a reward; it is part of the training.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

Sara Love is a naturopathic doctor, tea entrepreneur, and ultra-marathon runner based in the Pacific Northwest. After years of working in an ICU pharmacy, she discovered her passion for preventing chronic disease through natural medicine. Rooted in a deep love of plants, nature, and holistic healing, Sara founded her own line of small-batch, certified organic loose-leaf teas — crafted to be both medicinal and joyful. She blends scientific rigor with a nature-first philosophy, helping patients reclaim their health one intentional cup at a time.

Sara’s Website: https://www.lichenleaf.com/

♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

Send us Fan Mail

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♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


♡ Follow Vic:
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♡ Join the Make it Ambitious Squad ♡
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→ New episodes launch every Thursday. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts to stay up-to-date with every episode.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> In this conversation, Sara Love shares her journey from a corporate pharmacy career to becoming a naturopathic doctor and tea entrepreneur. She discusses how leaving a suffocating office environment led her to embrace her entrepreneurial identity, and how an intensive business academy gave her the clarity she needed. Sara dives deep into the connection between stress, gut health, and the healing power of plants, explaining why she developed her own loose-leaf tea blends for her patients. She also opens up about balancing two businesses, the mental discipline of ultra marathon running, and why giving yourself permission to rest is one of the bravest things you can do. 

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮'𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Leaving a suffocating environment is the first step toward becoming who you truly are.

➺ Entrepreneurship is an identity, not just a career path.

➺ Stress and gut health are deeply connected, and so is the solution.

➺ Simple rituals like herbal tea can be powerful tools for healing and restoration.

➺ Structuring your time by business and protecting personal hours prevents burnout.

➺ Ultra-marathon running is 90% a mental game, and that same mindset builds great entrepreneurs.

➺ Rest is not a reward; it is part of the training.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

Sara Love is a naturopathic doctor, tea entrepreneur, and ultra-marathon runner based in the Pacific Northwest. After years of working in an ICU pharmacy, she discovered her passion for preventing chronic disease through natural medicine. Rooted in a deep love of plants, nature, and holistic healing, Sara founded her own line of small-batch, certified organic loose-leaf teas — crafted to be both medicinal and joyful. She blends scientific rigor with a nature-first philosophy, helping patients reclaim their health one intentional cup at a time.

Sara’s Website: https://www.lichenleaf.com/

♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

Send us Fan Mail

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♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


♡ Follow Vic:
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♡ Join the Make it Ambitious Squad ♡
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→ New episodes launch every Thursday. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts to stay up-to-date with every episode.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Vic Moser Buzzsprout-18981561 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0400 2591 6 full false Ep. 5 | Navigating AI Disruption in Business with Wes Towers Ep. 5 | Navigating AI Disruption in Business with Wes Towers In this conversation, Wes Towers, founder of Uplift 360, shares his journey of navigating the challenges posed by AI in the digital marketing landscape. He discusses the importance of embracing change, the significance of authenticity in content creation, and the need for businesses to build trust in an era of misinformation. Wes emphasizes the value of collaboration, the role of a strong brand voice, and the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. He also reflects on his legacy as a mentor to his children and the lessons learned throughout his entrepreneurial journey.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Wes Towers is the founder of Uplift 360, a digital agency focused on the trades and construction sector.
➺ AI disruption posed significant challenges to Wes's business valuation, prompting a reevaluation of strategies.
➺ Reinventing business processes and collaborating with team members led to Uplift 360's most profitable year.
➺ Search Everywhere Optimization is the new approach to SEO, focusing on visibility across multiple platforms.
➺ Client success stories highlight the effectiveness of optimization strategies in generating significant contracts.
➺ Balancing ambition with self-care is crucial to avoid burnout in entrepreneurship.
➺ Authenticity in content creation is essential for building trust with audiences.
➺ The Brand Voice Operating System helps maintain a consistent brand identity in content.
➺ Wes emphasizes the importance of mentorship and guiding the next generation in business.
➺ Taking brave steps and embracing imperfection is key to achieving ambitious goals.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

Wes Towers runs Uplift 360, a digital agency for builders and trades. His focus is simple: smarter websites, practical SEO, and growth you can measure. He earned his playbook on real jobs, not in theory, and now helps others skip the painful lessons.

Connect with Wes:  https://uplift360.com.au/

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♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> In this conversation, Wes Towers, founder of Uplift 360, shares his journey of navigating the challenges posed by AI in the digital marketing landscape. He discusses the importance of embracing change, the significance of authenticity in content creation, and the need for businesses to build trust in an era of misinformation. Wes emphasizes the value of collaboration, the role of a strong brand voice, and the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. He also reflects on his legacy as a mentor to his children and the lessons learned throughout his entrepreneurial journey.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Wes Towers is the founder of Uplift 360, a digital agency focused on the trades and construction sector.
➺ AI disruption posed significant challenges to Wes's business valuation, prompting a reevaluation of strategies.
➺ Reinventing business processes and collaborating with team members led to Uplift 360's most profitable year.
➺ Search Everywhere Optimization is the new approach to SEO, focusing on visibility across multiple platforms.
➺ Client success stories highlight the effectiveness of optimization strategies in generating significant contracts.
➺ Balancing ambition with self-care is crucial to avoid burnout in entrepreneurship.
➺ Authenticity in content creation is essential for building trust with audiences.
➺ The Brand Voice Operating System helps maintain a consistent brand identity in content.
➺ Wes emphasizes the importance of mentorship and guiding the next generation in business.
➺ Taking brave steps and embracing imperfection is key to achieving ambitious goals.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

Wes Towers runs Uplift 360, a digital agency for builders and trades. His focus is simple: smarter websites, practical SEO, and growth you can measure. He earned his playbook on real jobs, not in theory, and now helps others skip the painful lessons.

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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Vic Moser Buzzsprout-18864738 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0400 2407 full false Wes Towers Vic Moser Ep. 4 | From Self-Doubt to Leadership with Cristy Frías Ep. 4 | From Self-Doubt to Leadership with Cristy Frías In this conversation, Cristy Frías shares her journey through leadership, the impact of her upbringing, and the importance of mentorship. She discusses how parenting has shaped her leadership style, emphasizing authenticity and presence over perfection. Cristy highlights the significance of positivity and curiosity in overcoming challenges and setting boundaries to prevent burnout. She reflects on her evolving definition of success, focusing on the impact she has on others rather than personal milestones. The discussion concludes with rapid-fire questions that reveal her personal insights and experiences.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Leadership is about leaning into opportunities and learning along the way.
➺ People value authenticity and presence over perfection.
➺ Curiosity, confidence, and courage are foundational to personal growth.
➺ Success is defined by the impact you have on others.
➺ Setting boundaries is essential for maintaining energy and focus.
➺ Mentorship can have a lasting impact on personal and professional development.
➺ Positivity can help reframe challenges into opportunities.
➺ It's important to celebrate small wins on the journey to success.
➺ Ambition evolves from personal milestones to collective impact.
➺ Taking micro steps can help overcome feelings of being stuck.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

Cristina Frías is a banking executive, mentor, and transformation leader known for uniting teams and guiding complex decisions with heart and strategy. Born and raised in Miami to immigrant parents, she blends resilience and empathy into her leadership style. Passionate about mentorship, empowerment, and community impact, Cristy brings optimism, collaboration, and vision to every role she holds—both in business and beyond.

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Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> In this conversation, Cristy Frías shares her journey through leadership, the impact of her upbringing, and the importance of mentorship. She discusses how parenting has shaped her leadership style, emphasizing authenticity and presence over perfection. Cristy highlights the significance of positivity and curiosity in overcoming challenges and setting boundaries to prevent burnout. She reflects on her evolving definition of success, focusing on the impact she has on others rather than personal milestones. The discussion concludes with rapid-fire questions that reveal her personal insights and experiences.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Leadership is about leaning into opportunities and learning along the way.
➺ People value authenticity and presence over perfection.
➺ Curiosity, confidence, and courage are foundational to personal growth.
➺ Success is defined by the impact you have on others.
➺ Setting boundaries is essential for maintaining energy and focus.
➺ Mentorship can have a lasting impact on personal and professional development.
➺ Positivity can help reframe challenges into opportunities.
➺ It's important to celebrate small wins on the journey to success.
➺ Ambition evolves from personal milestones to collective impact.
➺ Taking micro steps can help overcome feelings of being stuck.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

Cristina Frías is a banking executive, mentor, and transformation leader known for uniting teams and guiding complex decisions with heart and strategy. Born and raised in Miami to immigrant parents, she blends resilience and empathy into her leadership style. Passionate about mentorship, empowerment, and community impact, Cristy brings optimism, collaboration, and vision to every role she holds—both in business and beyond.

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LinkedIn ➺  Cristina Frías

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Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Vic Moser Buzzsprout-18845538 Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400 2195 4 full false Cristina (Cristy) Frías Vic Moser Ep.3 | Embracing Bold Career Moves & The Power of AI in Business with Sandy Carter Ep.3 | Embracing Bold Career Moves & The Power of AI in Business with Sandy Carter In this episode of 'Make it Ambitious,' host Vic Moser talks with Sandy Carter, a renowned strategist and creative entrepreneur, about her career journey, from leading roles at IBM and AWS to her ventures in AI and blockchain. Carter shares pivotal moments that have shaped her career, the importance of continuous learning, and her passion for emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain. She also discusses her new book, 'AI First Human Always,' the significance of balancing AI with human creativity, and offers advice on how to stay ambitious and innovative in a rapidly changing world. 

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞
➺ Sandy's career was influenced by a pivotal conversation with her manager.
➺ Leading with humanity is essential in a tech-driven world.
➺ Continuous learning is crucial for personal and professional growth.
➺ Failure can be a powerful teacher in leadership.
➺ Empowering women in tech is vital for future innovation.
➺ Blockchain can enhance trust and transparency in various applications.
➺ Sandy emphasizes the importance of storytelling in leadership.
➺ Personal retreats can help clarify thoughts and inspire new ideas.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:
Sandy Carter is a pioneer at the intersection of AI, Web3, and transformation, currently serving as COO of Unstoppable Domains. With a career spanning IBM, AWS, and five best-selling books—including AI First, Human Always—she’s been recognized as one of the most influential women in tech. Sandy’s mission is bold yet clear: to scale responsibly, advocate fearlessly, and create more seats at the table for the future of technology.

⏱ Timestamps
00:00 The Importance of Continuous Learning
00:28 Introduction to Make it Ambitious Podcast
01:10 Career Turning Points and Mentorship
02:57 Entrepreneurial Influence and Career Path
03:51 Balancing Corporate and Startup Worlds
05:24 The Rapid Evolution of AI
07:06 AI in Marketing and Customer Success
14:11 Writing and Innovating with AI
19:40 Content Creation and Career Pivots
24:12 Empowering Women in AI and Startups
24:53 Goals and Achievements of Wow Three
26:11 Blockchain and Trust in Technology
28:31 Lessons from Failure and Leadership
34:49 The Impact of Global Travel
41:59 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights

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Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> In this episode of 'Make it Ambitious,' host Vic Moser talks with Sandy Carter, a renowned strategist and creative entrepreneur, about her career journey, from leading roles at IBM and AWS to her ventures in AI and blockchain. Carter shares pivotal moments that have shaped her career, the importance of continuous learning, and her passion for emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain. She also discusses her new book, 'AI First Human Always,' the significance of balancing AI with human creativity, and offers advice on how to stay ambitious and innovative in a rapidly changing world. 

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞
➺ Sandy's career was influenced by a pivotal conversation with her manager.
➺ Leading with humanity is essential in a tech-driven world.
➺ Continuous learning is crucial for personal and professional growth.
➺ Failure can be a powerful teacher in leadership.
➺ Empowering women in tech is vital for future innovation.
➺ Blockchain can enhance trust and transparency in various applications.
➺ Sandy emphasizes the importance of storytelling in leadership.
➺ Personal retreats can help clarify thoughts and inspire new ideas.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:
Sandy Carter is a pioneer at the intersection of AI, Web3, and transformation, currently serving as COO of Unstoppable Domains. With a career spanning IBM, AWS, and five best-selling books—including AI First, Human Always—she’s been recognized as one of the most influential women in tech. Sandy’s mission is bold yet clear: to scale responsibly, advocate fearlessly, and create more seats at the table for the future of technology.

⏱ Timestamps
00:00 The Importance of Continuous Learning
00:28 Introduction to Make it Ambitious Podcast
01:10 Career Turning Points and Mentorship
02:57 Entrepreneurial Influence and Career Path
03:51 Balancing Corporate and Startup Worlds
05:24 The Rapid Evolution of AI
07:06 AI in Marketing and Customer Success
14:11 Writing and Innovating with AI
19:40 Content Creation and Career Pivots
24:12 Empowering Women in AI and Startups
24:53 Goals and Achievements of Wow Three
26:11 Blockchain and Trust in Technology
28:31 Lessons from Failure and Leadership
34:49 The Impact of Global Travel
41:59 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights

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Support the show

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Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Vic Moser Buzzsprout-18553557 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500 2807 Ambition podcast, women in leadership, career pivots, personal branding, AI and humanity, digital identity, Web3 leadership, community building, entrepreneurship, female founders, business strategy, work-life balance, inspirational women, bold careers, am 3 full false Sandy Carter Vic Moser Ep. 2 | Unlocking Executive Success: Community Building & Authentic Networking with Nicole Vasquez Ep. 2 | Unlocking Executive Success: Community Building & Authentic Networking with Nicole Vasquez In this episode, Vic sits down with Nicole Vasquez, the founder and CEO of MDB Partners. She shares her journey from running multiple startups to leading a successful agency that accelerates relationship-driven opportunities. She discusses the importance of human connections in business, strategies for effective networking, and experiences with burnout and balancing ambition with personal life. Nicole also delves into the impact of AI on networking and offers practical tips for leaders looking to build meaningful professional relationships.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧
•𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲:How Nicole’s experiences have shaped her approach to creating meaningful connections
• 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐢𝐯𝐨𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬: Nicole’s journey through multiple startups and her decision to focus on high-level executive connections
• 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠: Why remote networking is becoming more vital and how to navigate it effectively
• 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:The challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood with entrepreneurial ambition
• 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤: The power of community among leaders and why Nicole created a network of super connectors
• 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲:Tips and insights on how to approach networking intelligently and intentionally

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭
𝑁𝑖𝑐𝑜𝑙𝑒 𝑉𝑎𝑠𝑞𝑢𝑒𝑧 – CEO and founder of MDB Partners, a firm dedicated to accelerating relationship-driven opportunities for top leaders through a blend of AI and human trust. Over two decades, she has built and sold three companies at the intersection of community and technology. Nicole currently runs The Activator Network, advising executives and AI platforms on building trust and connection at scale.

✦ Follow 𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐞 ➝ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolervasquez/
✦ MDB Partners ➝ https://www.mbd-partners.com/about
✦ Newsletter ➝ https://momentum-by-design.beehiiv.com/

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭
Vic Moser is a founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. She runs a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. She created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and she wants to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

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♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> In this episode, Vic sits down with Nicole Vasquez, the founder and CEO of MDB Partners. She shares her journey from running multiple startups to leading a successful agency that accelerates relationship-driven opportunities. She discusses the importance of human connections in business, strategies for effective networking, and experiences with burnout and balancing ambition with personal life. Nicole also delves into the impact of AI on networking and offers practical tips for leaders looking to build meaningful professional relationships.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧
•𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲:How Nicole’s experiences have shaped her approach to creating meaningful connections
• 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐢𝐯𝐨𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬: Nicole’s journey through multiple startups and her decision to focus on high-level executive connections
• 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠: Why remote networking is becoming more vital and how to navigate it effectively
• 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:The challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood with entrepreneurial ambition
• 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤: The power of community among leaders and why Nicole created a network of super connectors
• 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲:Tips and insights on how to approach networking intelligently and intentionally

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭
𝑁𝑖𝑐𝑜𝑙𝑒 𝑉𝑎𝑠𝑞𝑢𝑒𝑧 – CEO and founder of MDB Partners, a firm dedicated to accelerating relationship-driven opportunities for top leaders through a blend of AI and human trust. Over two decades, she has built and sold three companies at the intersection of community and technology. Nicole currently runs The Activator Network, advising executives and AI platforms on building trust and connection at scale.

✦ Follow 𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐞 ➝ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolervasquez/
✦ MDB Partners ➝ https://www.mbd-partners.com/about
✦ Newsletter ➝ https://momentum-by-design.beehiiv.com/

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭
Vic Moser is a founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. She runs a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. She created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and she wants to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

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𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Vic Moser Buzzsprout-18024897 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0400 3038 2 full true Nicole Vasquez Vic Moser Ep.1 | Redefining Success: Authentic Leadership, Self-Love & Ambition with Amishi Patel Ep.1 | Redefining Success: Authentic Leadership, Self-Love & Ambition with Amishi Patel Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers the real stories behind ambition — the pivots, setbacks, mindset shifts, and defining moments that shape the way we lead and live.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

  • Career Turning Points: How Amishi pivoted from engineering to corporate finance and thrived abroad
  • The Three C’s Framework: A simple formula for overcoming stagnation and staying aligned with your goals
  • Empowerment Through Dance: How Bollywood dance helped Amishi —and her students— embrace confidence and joy
  • Authentic Leadership: Why kindness, empathy, and grace are core to real success
  • Balancing Drive & Self-Love: How Amishi harmonizes ambition with well-being

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

✦ 𝐀𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥 – Senior VP, computer engineer, and corporate banker turned multi-hyphenate. A trained dancer and founder of Nach Bollywood Style, Amishi is also a crowned pageant winner. She opens up about “self-loving your way into success,” balancing motherhood with ambition, and pursuing joy alongside career achievement.

♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

💡 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐄𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤

Conversations with disruptors, founders, and corporate game changers about:

  • Career growth, pivots & reinvention
  • Personal branding & thought leadership
  • Burnout, boundaries & sustainable ambition
  • Building with AI, Web3 & emerging tech
  • Balancing personal identity with professional success

Because playing small was never the plan.

⏱ Timestamps

  • 00:00 Introduction & Personal Mantra
  • 00:25 Redefining Leadership
  • 00:55 Podcast Intro
  • 01:51 Career Turning Points
  • 03:29 Unexpected Pageant Journey
  • 06:20 Empowering Through Dance
  • 12:43 Balancing Career & Personal Life
  • 16:07 Self-Love and Success
  • 18:57 Integrating Personal and Professional Roles
  • 21:59 Embracing Multifaceted Identities
  • 22:25 Balancing Drive with Grace in Finance
  • 23:37 Authenticity in Leadership
  • 28:16 The Three C’s for Overcoming Stagnation
  • 30:35 Navigating Social Circles and Loneliness
  • 36:17 Redefining Success and Ambition
  • 39:18 Rapid Fire Questio

Send us Fan Mail

Support the show

♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


♡ Follow Vic:
Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | TikTok

♡ Join the Make it Ambitious Squad ♡
Your accountabili-tea ☕ squad helping you to stop overthinking and finally get sh*t done. 

→ New episodes launch every Thursday. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts to stay up-to-date with every episode.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers the real stories behind ambition — the pivots, setbacks, mindset shifts, and defining moments that shape the way we lead and live.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

  • Career Turning Points: How Amishi pivoted from engineering to corporate finance and thrived abroad
  • The Three C’s Framework: A simple formula for overcoming stagnation and staying aligned with your goals
  • Empowerment Through Dance: How Bollywood dance helped Amishi —and her students— embrace confidence and joy
  • Authentic Leadership: Why kindness, empathy, and grace are core to real success
  • Balancing Drive & Self-Love: How Amishi harmonizes ambition with well-being

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

✦ 𝐀𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥 – Senior VP, computer engineer, and corporate banker turned multi-hyphenate. A trained dancer and founder of Nach Bollywood Style, Amishi is also a crowned pageant winner. She opens up about “self-loving your way into success,” balancing motherhood with ambition, and pursuing joy alongside career achievement.

♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

💡 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐄𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤

Conversations with disruptors, founders, and corporate game changers about:

  • Career growth, pivots & reinvention
  • Personal branding & thought leadership
  • Burnout, boundaries & sustainable ambition
  • Building with AI, Web3 & emerging tech
  • Balancing personal identity with professional success

Because playing small was never the plan.

⏱ Timestamps

  • 00:00 Introduction & Personal Mantra
  • 00:25 Redefining Leadership
  • 00:55 Podcast Intro
  • 01:51 Career Turning Points
  • 03:29 Unexpected Pageant Journey
  • 06:20 Empowering Through Dance
  • 12:43 Balancing Career & Personal Life
  • 16:07 Self-Love and Success
  • 18:57 Integrating Personal and Professional Roles
  • 21:59 Embracing Multifaceted Identities
  • 22:25 Balancing Drive with Grace in Finance
  • 23:37 Authenticity in Leadership
  • 28:16 The Three C’s for Overcoming Stagnation
  • 30:35 Navigating Social Circles and Loneliness
  • 36:17 Redefining Success and Ambition
  • 39:18 Rapid Fire Questio

Send us Fan Mail

Support the show

♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


♡ Follow Vic:
Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | TikTok

♡ Join the Make it Ambitious Squad ♡
Your accountabili-tea ☕ squad helping you to stop overthinking and finally get sh*t done. 

→ New episodes launch every Thursday. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts to stay up-to-date with every episode.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Vic Moser Buzzsprout-17981826 Thu, 09 Oct 2025 03:00:00 -0400 2486 1 full false Amishi Patel Vic Moser Ep.0 | Make it Ambitious Podcast Trailer | Bold Leaders, Big Ambition Ep.0 | Make it Ambitious Podcast Trailer | Bold Leaders, Big Ambition Welcome to Make it Ambitious — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show dives into the stories behind ambition: the pivots, setbacks, strategies, and mindset shifts that often don’t make it to the highlight reel.

In this trailer, meet our first three powerhouse guests and get a taste of what’s to come:

✦ Amishi Patel – Senior VP, corporate banker, and computer engineer turned multi-hyphenate entrepreneur. Amishi is also a trained dancer since the age of 5, founder of Nach Bollywood Style dance school, and a crowned pageant winner (Ms. Bharat Florida, Ms. Bharat USA, Ms. South Asia World). She opens up about “self-loving your way into success,” balancing motherhood with ambition, and what it takes to pursue joy alongside career achievement.

✦ Nicole Vasquez – Founder & CEO of MBD Partners, the only agency accelerating relationship-driven opportunities for executives through in-person experiences and AI. With 20 years of experience as a connector across tech, finance, real estate, and hospitality, Nicole has built and sold three companies at the intersection of community and technology. She now advises leaders and runs The Activator Network, a private community for the world’s top superconnectors. Her mantra? Connection isn’t optional — it’s the strategy.

✦ Sandy Carter – Chief Business Development Officer at Unstoppable Domains, founder of Unstoppable Women of Web3 and AI, and author of AI First, Human Always. A pioneer who’s led at IBM Watson and Amazon Web Services, Sandy has traveled to 91 countries and is reshaping how we think about AI, digital identity, and Web3. She shares how to lead with both ambition and humanity in an era of rapid technological change.

What to Expect From the Show
Every week, Vic sits down with disruptors, founders, and corporate game changers to explore how ambition really works. Expect stories about:
 • Career growth, pivots, and reinvention
 • Personal branding and thought leadership
 • Burnout, boundaries, and sustainable ambition
 • Building with AI, Web3, and emerging tech
 • Balancing personal identity with professional success

Whether you’re scaling a business, pivoting careers, or redefining success on your own terms, this is your space to go all in.

About the Host
Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

Send us Fan Mail

Support the show

♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


♡ Follow Vic:
Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | TikTok

♡ Join the Make it Ambitious Squad ♡
Your accountabili-tea ☕ squad helping you to stop overthinking and finally get sh*t done. 

→ New episodes launch every Thursday. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts to stay up-to-date with every episode.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Welcome to Make it Ambitious — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show dives into the stories behind ambition: the pivots, setbacks, strategies, and mindset shifts that often don’t make it to the highlight reel.

In this trailer, meet our first three powerhouse guests and get a taste of what’s to come:

✦ Amishi Patel – Senior VP, corporate banker, and computer engineer turned multi-hyphenate entrepreneur. Amishi is also a trained dancer since the age of 5, founder of Nach Bollywood Style dance school, and a crowned pageant winner (Ms. Bharat Florida, Ms. Bharat USA, Ms. South Asia World). She opens up about “self-loving your way into success,” balancing motherhood with ambition, and what it takes to pursue joy alongside career achievement.

✦ Nicole Vasquez – Founder & CEO of MBD Partners, the only agency accelerating relationship-driven opportunities for executives through in-person experiences and AI. With 20 years of experience as a connector across tech, finance, real estate, and hospitality, Nicole has built and sold three companies at the intersection of community and technology. She now advises leaders and runs The Activator Network, a private community for the world’s top superconnectors. Her mantra? Connection isn’t optional — it’s the strategy.

✦ Sandy Carter – Chief Business Development Officer at Unstoppable Domains, founder of Unstoppable Women of Web3 and AI, and author of AI First, Human Always. A pioneer who’s led at IBM Watson and Amazon Web Services, Sandy has traveled to 91 countries and is reshaping how we think about AI, digital identity, and Web3. She shares how to lead with both ambition and humanity in an era of rapid technological change.

What to Expect From the Show
Every week, Vic sits down with disruptors, founders, and corporate game changers to explore how ambition really works. Expect stories about:
 • Career growth, pivots, and reinvention
 • Personal branding and thought leadership
 • Burnout, boundaries, and sustainable ambition
 • Building with AI, Web3, and emerging tech
 • Balancing personal identity with professional success

Whether you’re scaling a business, pivoting careers, or redefining success on your own terms, this is your space to go all in.

About the Host
Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

Send us Fan Mail

Support the show

♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.


♡ Follow Vic:
Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | TikTok

♡ Join the Make it Ambitious Squad ♡
Your accountabili-tea ☕ squad helping you to stop overthinking and finally get sh*t done. 

→ New episodes launch every Thursday. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts to stay up-to-date with every episode.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

]]> Vic Moser Buzzsprout-17933948 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400 518 Ambition podcast, women in leadership, career pivots, personal branding, AI and humanity, digital identity, Web3 leadership, community building, entrepreneurship, female founders, business strategy, work-life balance, inspirational women, bold careers, am trailer false Amishi Patel Nicole Vasquez Sandy Carter Vic Moser