Build Your Empire Podcast

What sets *Build Your Empire Podcast* apart is the focus on practical wisdom. Every episode begins with a “Weekly Stoic Quote” to set the mindset for the journey ahead, and guests share actionable advice both in their field of expertise and for life in general. Whether you’re listening to a well known sports figure or another empire builder, we share strategies for overcoming challenges, discussions on the importance of mental and physical health, and the lessons learned here are meant to resonate with anyone striving to build something meaningful. At its core, this podcast is about empowering you to embrace your challenges, find your purpose, and create your own legacy. Because whether you’re an athlete, an entrepreneur, a CEO, a teacher, or an artist—behind every empire, there’s a story. **What are you building? Build Your Empire.**

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Episodes

Tuesday Mar 18, 2025

Episode 3: The Winning Mindset – Tom Hulsey’s Journey of Resilience and Triumph
What does it take to overcome life’s greatest challenges and emerge stronger than ever?
In this episode of the Build Your Empire Podcast, host Nick Zellem sits down with Tom Hulsey, a man who defied the odds and redefined what it means to have a winning mindset. After battling cancer and surviving a heart attack, Tom transformed his life, proving that resilience isn’t just about survival—it’s about thriving.
As the author of "The Winning Mindset That Saved My Life", Tom shares his powerful insights on perseverance, mindset shifts, and the lessons that propelled him forward. From the world of business to endurance sports and personal transformation, this episode is packed with inspiration for anyone facing adversity.
🔹 How do you turn setbacks into fuel for success?🔹 What role does mindset play in overcoming life's toughest moments?🔹 How can resilience reshape your personal and professional life?
Listen in as we dive into Tom’s incredible journey and discover how you can apply his mindset strategies to build your own empire—no matter the challenges ahead.
Tom’s Website: https://tomhulsey.com/
Build Your Empire Podcast: Listen to the Podcast: https://buildyourempirepodcast.podbean.com/
🎧 Available now on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, and iHeartRadio.

Tuesday Mar 18, 2025

Episode 3: The Winning Mindset – Tom Hulsey’s Journey of Resilience and Triumph
What does it take to overcome life’s greatest challenges and emerge stronger than ever?
In this episode of the Build Your Empire Podcast, host Nick Zellem sits down with Tom Hulsey, a man who defied the odds and redefined what it means to have a winning mindset. After battling cancer and surviving a heart attack, Tom transformed his life, proving that resilience isn’t just about survival—it’s about thriving.
As the author of "The Winning Mindset That Saved My Life", Tom shares his powerful insights on perseverance, mindset shifts, and the lessons that propelled him forward. From the world of business to endurance sports and personal transformation, this episode is packed with inspiration for anyone facing adversity.
🔹 How do you turn setbacks into fuel for success?🔹 What role does mindset play in overcoming life's toughest moments?🔹 How can resilience reshape your personal and professional life?
Listen in as we dive into Tom’s incredible journey and discover how you can apply his mindset strategies to build your own empire—no matter the challenges ahead.
Tom’s Website: https://tomhulsey.com/
Build Your Empire Podcast: Listen to the Podcast: https://buildyourempirepodcast.podbean.com/
🎧 Available now on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, and iHeartRadio.

Tuesday Feb 18, 2025

Elevating Cybersecurity – Knowledge, Networking, and Growth with Casey Yarbrough
Tune in now! —- https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-hcvy8-1808320
How do top IT and cybersecurity professionals stay ahead in an ever-evolving landscape? 
They connect, collaborate, and elevate—and that’s exactly what Casey Yarbrough, President of Elevate Events, has mastered.
In this episode of the Build Your Empire Podcast, we explore:The power of strategic networking in cybersecurity & ITHow ElevateIT Summits & CruiseCon are redefining industry connectionsWhy preparation meets opportunity—featuring a Stoic Quote from SenecaPlus, a hilarious Czarcasms segment with Astronaut DJ Nebulon debating space souvenirs vs. Earth souvenirs. (Is dehydrated space bacon really a must-have?)
#BuildYourEmpire #Cybersecurity #Networking #CISO #CloudSecurity #ITLeadership #CyberAwareness #Czarcasms #StoicWisdom #ElevateIT #cybersecurity #cruisecon #cybersecurityawareness #cyberevents #cybersecurityevents
#cybersecuritynews #cisos #cisolife #cybercrime #cyberwar #malware #itsecurity #cybersecuritytips #cybersecuritytip #cyberattack #ransomware #dataprotection #issa #cloudsecurity #cybersecurityarchitecture #cloudsecurityposturemanagement #aws #google #gcp #azure #azurecloud #microsoftazure #amazoncloud #csa 
#cloud #cloudadministration #cloudarchitecture #cloudcomputing 
 

Tuesday Feb 18, 2025

Build Your Empire Podcast Episode 2: 
Elevating Cybersecurity – Knowledge, Networking, and Growth with Casey Yarbrough
In this episode of the Build Your Empire Podcast, we’re diving into the world of IT and cybersecurity networking with Casey Yarbrough, the President of Elevate Events—the mastermind behind the ElevateIT Technology Summitsacross the U.S. and Mexico. From industry-defining conferences in Phoenix, Kansas City, Dallas, and Houston to high-profile executive retreats like CruiseCon and the CXO|Live Forum in Cabo San Lucas, Casey is reshaping how professionals connect, collaborate, and grow.
We’ll explore the power of strategic networking, the future of IT events, and how preparation meets opportunity in the world of business and technology. Plus, don’t miss this episode’s Stoic Quote, brought to you by Czar Clothing, featuring a powerful insight from Seneca: "Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity."
And because we never take ourselves too seriously, stay tuned for a special Czarcasms segment, "Royal Satire," where Astronaut DJ Nebulon breaks down the real difference between space souvenirs and Earth souvenirs. Is dehydrated space bacon really a collector’s item? Find out in this hilarious intergalactic take on tourism!
🔥 Tune in now and elevate your empire! 🔥
#cybersecurity #cybersecurityawareness 
#cybersecuritynews #ciso #cisos #cisolife #cybercrime #cyberwar #malware #itsecurity #cyberawareness #cybersecuritytips #cybersecuritytip #cyberattack #ransomware #dataprotection #issa #cloudsecurity #cybersecurityarchitecture #cloudsecurityposturemanagement #aws #google #gcp #azure #azurecloud #microsoftazure #amazoncloud #csa 
#cloud #cloudadministration #cloudarchitecture #cloudcomputing 
 

Tuesday Jan 21, 2025

🔥 Episode 1: Build Your Empire Podcast 🔥Join us as we sit down with MMA and UFC veteran James 'The Hammer' McSweeney, a legendary fighter, coach, and empire builder. From his beginnings as a professional kickboxer to stepping into the UFC octagon, James shares the highs, the struggles, and the lessons he's learned inside and outside the cage. 💪
In this episode, you'll hear:✅ How mental discipline drives success in MMA and life.✅ Insights into training, coaching, and competing at the highest level.✅ How James overcame obstacles to build his empire, one fight at a time.
Plus:🌟 A powerful Stoic quote to inspire your week.😂 A hilarious Czarcasms comedy segment featuring Astronaut DJ Nebulon roasting the NFL in "What Happened to the NFL."
🚨 Whether you're a fan of MMA, UFC, or just looking for inspiration to conquer your own battles, this episode delivers!
🎧 Listen now and start building YOUR empire!#MMA #UFC #JamesMcSweeney #BuildYourEmpirePodcast #Czarcasms #AstronautDJNebulon #Inspiration #Athletes #Motivation
 

Tuesday Jan 21, 2025

🔥 Episode 1: Build Your Empire Podcast 🔥Join us as we sit down with MMA and UFC veteran James 'The Hammer' McSweeney, a legendary fighter, coach, and empire builder. From his beginnings as a professional kickboxer to stepping into the UFC octagon, James shares the highs, the struggles, and the lessons he's learned inside and outside the cage. 💪
In this episode, you'll hear:✅ How mental discipline drives success in MMA and life.✅ Insights into training, coaching, and competing at the highest level.✅ How James overcame obstacles to build his empire, one fight at a time.
Plus:🌟 A powerful Stoic quote to inspire your week.😂 A hilarious Czarcasms comedy segment featuring Astronaut DJ Nebulon roasting the NFL in "What Happened to the NFL."
🚨 Whether you're a fan of MMA, UFC, or just looking for inspiration to conquer your own battles, this episode delivers!
🎧 Listen now and start building YOUR empire!#MMA #UFC #JamesMcSweeney #BuildYourEmpirePodcast #Czarcasms #AstronautDJNebulon #Inspiration #Athletes #Motivation
 

Friday Nov 01, 2024

Welcome to the *Build Your Empire Podcast*, a show where ambition meets resilience, and where stories of success, struggle, and personal growth come to life. Hosted by Nick Zellem, an entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in sales and the founder of Zellem Enterprises, Inc which comprises Czar Clothing, Groovy Sound Productions, NickZellemVO, and other entities. This podcast is dedicated to exploring the journeys of those who’ve faced challenges and emerged stronger.
At its core, this podcast is about empowering you to embrace your challenges, find your purpose, and create your own legacy. Because whether you’re an athlete, an entrepreneur, a CEO, a teacher, or an artist—behind every empire, there’s a story.
**What are you building? Build Your Empire.**
 

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