Chasing Greatness with Ben Sorensen
86 episodes Last Updated: Apr 23, 25
"Chasing Greatness" is an inspirational and motivational podcast that explores the journeys, stories, and insights of individuals who have dedicated their lives to pursuing greatness in various fields. Hosted by Ben Sorensen, this podcast delves into the triumphs, challenges, and personal growth of high achievers, including athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, and thought leaders. Each episode offers a deep dive into the mindset, habits, and strategies that have propelled these remarkable individuals to extraordinary success. Whether you're seeking motivation to chase your own dreams or simply curious about the incredible stories behind greatness, "Chasing Greatness" is your guide to the relentless pursuit of excellence. Join us as we uncover the secrets and inspirations that fuel the journey to greatness.
Episodes
Jimmy Lubonski is a father, community leader, retired first responder, and athlete. In this episode, Ben and Jimmy dive into Jimmy's experience with Murphing 365 days in a row followed but 365 days of hero wod's, running 100 milers, and more. They deep dive into the mental resilience required to complete huge challenges, the power in doing difficult things, how it feels to inspire others, showing up for family, and so much more!
Produced by - http://ascentdigitalagency.com/
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Dave Albrechta is a father, attorney, small business owner, and community leader. After specializing in litigation services for many years, Dave has fundamentally changed his business model and his approach to conflict resolution- in this episode Ben and Dave dive into the challenges with traditional approaches to law, the revolutionary idea of integrative law, the courage to make meaningful change in business to better align with personal values and so much more!
Produced by - http://ascentdigitalagency.com/
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Special Thanks to - https://www.aspengrovelaw.com/
Apr 09, 2025
Betting on Yourself: Alex Miller’s Journey Into Entrepreneurship and Acquisitions (Episode 84)
Alex Miller is an entrepreneur and business leader. In this Episode Ben and Alex dive into Alex's recent acquisition of two businesses, the process of leaving the corporate world for entrepreneurship, the belief that there is a high likelihood of things working out, ways to communicate as business owners, overcoming fear while taking risks, and so much more!
Produced by - http://ascentdigitalagency.com/
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Special Thanks to - https://animasglass.com/ and https://www.smartenterprises.net/
Apr 02, 2025
Miles of Meaning: Paul Roberts on Ultra Running, Risk-Taking, and Self-Belief (Episode 83)
Paul Roberts is the Vice President of Durango Coca-Cola, father, community leader, and ultra runner. In this episode Ben and Paul dive into the power of running long distances, the opportunities to get to know others while on the trail, the power in taking risks, the importance of self belief when doing hard things, the significance of setting massive goals, and so much more!
Produced by - https://ascentdigitalagency.com/
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Special Thanks to - https://www.durangococacola.com/
Jen Sokol is a certified business intermediary and business broker who specializes in the sales of "main street businesses". In this episode Ben and Jen dive into all things buying and selling a business including things to pay attention to as a business owner that might want to sell, industries that make sense for buying a business, the idea that you don't have to have experience in the industry to own a business, how important people are in business, and so much more!
Produced by - http://ascentdigitalagency.com/
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Special Thanks to - https://colepartners.net/
Eric Hassel is a Navy Veteran, ISSA Certified Strength & Conditioning coach, bodybuilding coach, a CrossFit level one, and Kettlebell RX. In this episode Ben and Eric dive into Eric's experience using physical fitness to build a strong body and mind- the power of mental strength over physical strength, how freeing being in shape is, how to break through plateaus in physical fitness, the importance of doing hard things, and so much more!
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Dr. Nicola Dehlingher is a doctor of naturopathic medicine and small business owner. In this episode Ben and Dr. Nicole dive into all things health and wellness including overcoming depression and anxiety, how social media distorts our perceptions of ourselves, transforming our inner critics into an ally and so much more!
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Special Thanks to - https://puravidahealthcare.com/
Amber Andrew is a serial entrepreneur, homeschool mom, wife, and community leader. In this episode Ben and Amber dive into the realities of entrepreneurship, the willingness to take huge risks, the power in starting, the freedom that comes with starting over, and so much more!
Produced by - http://ascentdigitalagency.com/
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Special Thanks To - https://www.theperfectdayco.com/
Joe Kuefler is a certified personal trainer, volunteer firefighter and EMT, small business owner, father, and community leader! In this episode Ben and Joe discuss the importance of physical fitness, Joe's work ethic and applying it to all things in his life, the surprising weight loss benefits of strength training, the importance of protein in our diets, and so much more!
Produced by - https://ascentdigitalagency.com/
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Special Thanks to - https://www.hossfitcoaching.com/
Dwayne Perry is an athlete, world traveler, and personal trainer. In this Episode Ben and Dwayne dive into the concepts of self mastery, the power in experiencing other cultures, the importance of spending time in nature, taking things to the extremes, the power of meditation, Dwayne's experience with extended fasting, the "less is more" mindset, and so much more!
Produced by - https://ascentdigitalagency.com/
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Special Thanks to - https://durangostrengthpro.com/