In this bonus episode of Unknown to Known we provide you with a Greenroom Pep Talk. Speaker and Author, John Ulsh shares an inspiring message for anyone facing challenges, setbacks, or personal storms. Recording poolside, John opens up about his own journey and delivers three powerful truths to help you turn adversity into opportunity.
Alongside John’s message, host Jamie Maglietta (TV news veteran and founder of (ON CAM) Ready) reminds aspiring experts why building an online presence is the new pathway to press. Learn how to create your own media channel, embrace your voice, and position yourself as a trusted source. This is a message of resilience, hope, and action—designed to help you move from Unknown to Known.

Chapters:
0:00 – Intro: Turning setbacks into fuel
2:00 – John’s accident and survival story
12:00 – Life after paralysis & recovery process
20:00 – Writing as therapy and building a memoir
25:00 – Finding daily wins and falling in love with the process
32:00 – The role of advocates and community support
38:00 – Why John decided to finally publish his book
45:00 – Expanding beyond real estate into speaking & writing
52:00 – Building a brand on social media and new media strategies
56:00 – Frameworks from The Upside of Down
1:02:00 – Final takeaway: Fall in love with the process

Connect with John:
Grab John's Book: The Upside of Down: https://amzn.to/4c4Rqsv
Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnulsh/
Book him to Speak: https://www.johnulsh.com/

🎙️ Unknown to Known is hosted by Jamie Maglietta — a veteran TV news producer with over 20 years of experience helping anchors, reporters, and experts deliver with impact. Now, she helps leaders, authors, and entrepreneurs show up with presence, power, and purpose.
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