On Becoming

Scott Eliab is a world traveler, dancer, and accountant. After a few years of working as a CPA, he left to Japan to teach English. We explore the value in making decisions like this, and how it changed his world-view. We also talk about how no matter how many places he’s visited and sites he’s seen, it all comes down to the connections and relationships you make that really make it a valuable experience.

On today’s episode I chat with Devon Coombs, who was a guest on episode 15 but will now be my co-host on this podcast going forward. On this episode we chat about what happened to the podcast, where it has been, the current landscape, and what to expect going forward. We also talk about what it’s been like working from home as finance and accounting professionals, as well as preview other topics we hope to cover in the coming weeks.  Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me)

Voyager sources, roasts, brews, and serves some of the best coffee in the Bay Area. Borne out of an intense desire to usher in a new paradigm within specialty coffee. On this episode, we talk about their voyage that began with a coffee cart and two optimistic people. A voyage towards wanting to bring new & intense & unique & challenging flavors to coffee. And a welcoming and engaging environment unlike any other cafe. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Voyager Coffee (@voyagercraftcoffee) Website: https://www.voyagercraftcoffeeorders.com/ Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

On this solo episode of this podcast, I share my new morning routine During COVID-19 and things to think about as you design your very own routine. Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

In this first solo episode of this podcast, I speak about the importance, necessity and responsibility for mindfulness and training the mind during the coronavirus pandemic. And that the greatest contribution to society today is staying home.

Gabe is an experienced Digital Sales and Marketing Director with a demonstrated history of working in the health wellness and fitness industry. Arielle is focused on providing a platform for education in Fitness, Health, and Wellness to help any and all achieve their goals. Together, they founded The West Coast Advantage Online Coaching and Podcast. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Gabe Yanez (@_gabeyanez) Arielle Bloom (@ariellesunshine) The West Coast Advantage (@westcoastadvantage) NCFit (@nc_fit) NCFit Collective (ncfit_collective) Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Determined sports creative that brings fresh and innovative twists to storytelling in an industry that is proud of traditional values. Alex talks about  growing up in a family of pirates, her passion to encourage and move others. The power of sports, why we need to learn hard skills, working hard but also being kind. And the importance of failing. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Alex Miller (@alexxmillaa) https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexmiller044/ Tom Bilyeu (@tombilyeu) San Jose Sharks (nhl.com/sharks) Waterhouse Hayes (@waterhousehayes) Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Sam is a Silicon Valley native and Founder of WhatUp Silicon Valley, a Silicon Valley based media network. He is also a 40 under 40 recipient, podcaster, author and coach. Sam knows the ins and outs of establishing yourself in the Hustle and Grind that is Silicon Valley. He has also successfully built SwagWorx, a business centered around promotional products. On this episode, Sam talks about his passion for inspiring people to do things they never thought possible.  And how he believes in the power of team and putting others in a position to succeed based on each other’s strengths. We talk about how all of this is brought to life in his podcast network and share each of our own experiences and perspectives in the world of podcasting. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Sam Kabert @swagsamcreates @soul_seekr_ Websites swagworx.com  whatupsv.com   swagsam.com  Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Brandon Dearden is an experienced Executive Chef with a demonstrated history of working in the hospitality industry. Specifically Michelin star restaurants. Currently in Silicon Valley, Brandon is now a private chef cooking for the ultra high profile in tech. Brandon dives into his journey on becoming the culinary expert that he is today, and more importantly, what cooking means to him and how that has changed from when he first started. Brandon talks about proving value in any relationship and what people need to do no matter what they do. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: NCFit (@nc_fit) Brandon Dearden (@bdchef) CrossFit (www.crossfit.com) Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Matt is a military veteran who spent almost three years as an army ranger in the 75th Ranger Regiment - U.S. Army’s premier large-scale special operations force, and it is made up of some of the most elite Soldiers in the world. Matt’s military experience has given him the ability to problem solve, collaborate and delegate under any work environment. Matt has since transitioned to the field of construction in pursuits of career development with passionate, motivated companies and individuals. Matt talks about how difficult the transition back can be, how it is important to ask for help, and how we all still have a mission and objective in life. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: NCFit (@nc_fit) Matt Beard (@m.b.beard) Emily Beard (@emily.anne.beard) CrossFit (www.crossfit.com) Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Marvin Santos otherwise known as Tito Marvin is one of the few CrossFit Level 3 certified trainers but more importantly, someone I observe as a well grounded individual and whom I have the privilege of calling a good friend. Marvin shares his journey which started  as a massage therapist and health educator back in 2008. We talk about the broader concept of understanding. And the micro and macro implications that result from a lack of understanding of other people as well as ourselves. We talk about the importance of self discovery, how people can go about their own self discovery and the lost art of appreciation. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: NCFit (@nc_fit) Marvin Santos (@marvinaldensantos) CrossFit (www.crossfit.com) Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Erick Bell is an accounting professor at Las Positas College. He previously taught at Golden Gate University and University of San Francisco. His goal is to educate and entertain - while encouraging people to pursue careers in accounting. Erick started his professional journey as an auditor at one of the largest accounting firms in the world, KPMG. It was there that he began pursuing teaching. On this episode, Erick talks about how he changed his dream of making a lot of money first and then teaching, to teaching "now". He talks about how we are teaching in a twitter generation - 160 characters - that it's about talking less and giving students bite size chunks of information and letting them operate. Letting them practice. Erick talks about how it’s not about how much money you want, but about your vision. And with that vision you will know how much money you need. Erick talks about how so many of us limit ourselves based on our past experiences. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Erick Bell https://www.linkedin.com/in/eobell/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvgL8L5O6Ih2UR_S5ZkOZaA   Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Liz Adams has been competing in the sport of CrossFit for over 7 years. On this episode we talk about her walk away from competing in the Sport of CrossFit. Finding a way to crave learning. And learning about herself as she focuses on her practice of mindfulness. Liz talks about “How do I need to be, to allow others be who they are”. And how we often struggle to be kind and compassionate with ourselves. Featured Guest/People Mentioned Liz Adams (@lizadams21) Jami Tikkanen (@jamitikkanen) Annie Thorisdottir (@anniethorisdottir) The Training Plan (@thetrainingplan) CrossFit Union Square (@crossfitunionsquare) Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Devon Coombs is a technical accounting advisory professional. He started his career at one of the largest accounting firms in the world, Deloitte. But he wasn’t always around accounting. Devon grew up never knowing his father. And when he was 15, his mom passed away. It was then, that Devon found solace in music - first playing with various bands and eventually starting his own record label at 18 years old. With that eventually failing and forced out of his home, Devon found himself waiting tables and often living out of his car. Still he kept looking ahead. Eventually finding his way to college. Finding a new passion in accounting, but more importantly, finding his passion in teaching and helping others. On this episode Devon talks about how the words you choose can have a big impact on an organization. How and why a lot of people don’t ask for help. And that he never felt like giving up was an option. To never stop trying. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: @deadlydessertgame @Deloitte Humble the Poet @humblethepoet Nike @nike YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Ryan Blackwell is both an educator and entertainer. He discovered early on that he was passionate about sports and serving others - by giving people an experience. After playing lacrosse at Cal Poly, Ryan pursued a masters in sports management at USF. He then spent time with the San Jose Sharks organization before becoming a core member of the NCFit coaching staff. On this episode, Ryan talks about the role his mom has played in his life, changing his last name to Blackwell in 2018, and why coaches coach. Ryan talks about the importance of persistence, the fact that life is  already hard enough, and how we’re meant to fail. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Ryan Blackwell (@rblackwell8525) NCFit (@nc_fit) Marvin Santos (@marvinaldensantos) Dennis (@dniice.martin) CrossFit (www.crossfit.com) Myles Lewis (mylezlewis) Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Daniel Enskat has written over a dozen books on the global asset management industry and has lectured at universities around the world alongside speakers such as Secretary of State John Kerry, Dr. Mark Mobius, ex-Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan, Professor KC Chan and former Prime Minister Gerhard Schroeder. After a stint as a Consultant for the World Bank, he co-founded Warren Enskat as Managing Partner, AI Research and Analytics. Daniel also serves as the CEO of the Compliance Strategy Institute, a global think tank focused on compliance, risk, legal and tech topics in investment management. Women in Compliance is a key initiative of the institute. He works for various industry boards, task forces and cultural organizations ranging from the Center for European Policy Studies, the Latino Commission on AIDS, Alvin Ailey and Peridance Contemporary Dance Company. Daniel speaks seven languages, was a professional tennis player and ballroom dancer, and runs movements gyms in the US and Latin America, integrating physical fitness and artificial intelligence into new concepts of holistic movement. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Daniel Enskat (@danielmvmt) https://assetmanagementai.com/ https://thecompliancestrategyinstitute.com/author/daniel-enskat/ http://www.bailasociety.tv/public/152.cfm https://warrenenskat.com/ Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Health and fitness has always been important to Daniel Hong (“DH”). Since his High School wrestling days through today, he has been on a constant journey of improving myself and increasing my ability to help others achieve their goals. In 2007, Daniel was diagnosed with Lymphoma. The challenge of overcoming Cancer inspired him to recommit to being healthy. Since 2009 he has been committed to his personal fitness and a part of the NC Fit community. In 2011, Daniel began training clients and coaching group fitness, gaining experience supporting people of all ability levels. One of his passions is adapting fitness to anyone, because he believes everyone deserves an opportunity to improve their health. Helping people is his main priority, and he looks forward to the opportunity to support you in your goals. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Daniel Hong (@dhfitnessinc) Website https://www.dhfitnessinc.com NCFit (@nc_fit) Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Kristin Kremers is a New York based filmmaker who travels the world to uncover and capture unique heartbeat moments that set her subjects apart. She shoots, edits and produces music, travel, and lifestyle content for brands, nonprofits and celebrities. Kristin pursued a brief career in fashion merchandising before she was drawn back behind the camera. Inspired by her previous experience shooting a documentary film in Uganda, Kristin moved to New York to embark on a career in the film industry. Kristin launched her career working on projects for VICE, ESPN 30 for 30, the Michael J. Fox Show and MTV. She found her way to Billboard, where she worked as one of the company’s top videographers and editors, setting the stage for her ongoing work shooting music and celebrity short branded content. From live music performances and behind-the-scenes footage to intimate interviews, Kristin continues to capture engaging content for a diverse roster of clients. Inspired by the power of storytelling to drive change, Kristin seeks out meaningful projects and purpose-driven partners. Kristin talks about being addicted to growth, the tools that she uses to keep herself accountable and to always do what you are afraid to do. She also talks about how we’re all born with our own potential. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Kristin Kremers (@kristinkremers) Website: https://www.kristinkremers.com/ Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Rachel Young vowed to change her lifestyle after hitting the scale at nearly 200 lbs. She adopted a love for fitness, made a daily goal to push herself out of her comfort zone, educated herself on proper nutrition, and lost over 50 lbs. In the process she became a competitive CrossFit athlete, turning her passion for a healthy lifestyle into a career. She uses her experience to push her clients past their limits and to remind them to never give up. She is currently a CrossFit Level 2 coach at NCFit, a 63kg olympic weightlifter and accountability coach. Rachel is one of the most positive individuals that I know. We live in this world of gratitude. And while everyone is talking about gratitude, not many people actually live a life of gratitude. But Rachel does. On this episode, Rachel shares how the loss of her mom helped shape her mindset to live in the moment and the importance of paying it forward. We talk about the importance of being kind, not just to other people, but to yourself. And how you never want to strive for perfection. Featured Guest/People Mentioned: Rachel Young (@raeyoung_17) Lauren Fisher (@laurenfisher) Grown Strong (@grownstrong) Website: fitness.grownstrong.com Athia Skin Care (@athiaskin) NCFit (@nc_fit) Danny Burde (@dannybrude009) Ironcrewathletics (@ironcrewathletics) Website: https://ironcrewathletics.com/ Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)

Danny Burde and fell in love with fitness when he needed to gain weight for his high school football team. He read everything he could on exercise, nutrition, and health. He also experimented with everything under the sun, since he was not a naturally gifted athlete and needed all the help he could get. His love for exercise continued throughout college, where he played football at San Jose State University as a running back. He double majored in Psychology and Kinesiology with an emphasis in teaching. Danny enlisted in the police academy in 2006, where he was introduced to CrossFit by one of the instructors. Danny felt the positive effects of that style of exercise immediately and has been following CrossFit workouts ever since. He is currently the Head Coach at NC Fit in Redwood City, California. Over the years Danny has developed a vast knowledge base of physical, emotional, and psychological health and fitness. This knowledge has come through experience, training, and experimentation.  Featured Guest/People Mentioned Danny Burde (@dannybrude009) Ironcrewathletics (@ironcrewathletics) Website: https://ironcrewathletics.com/ NCFit (@nc_fit) Jordan Harbinger (@jordanharbinger) Lewis Howes (@lewishowes) Tom Bilyeu (@tombilyeu) Like this show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so I can thank you personally! Also, you can also find me at: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMi5wUXA5Y8Mh-9YoAUVRPQ?view_as=subscriber) Instagram (@daniellim_me) Twitter (@daniellim_me) Email (dlim@daniellim.me)