Lucas Meek began using checklists to ensure everything received the attention it deserved, long before becoming a private pilot. He created spreadsheets to track communication and log all the information he received. And because time is too precious to waste, he implemented routines for efficiency.   He has now toured for over fifteen years, traveled to all fifty of the United States and more than thirty-five countries.He's worked in legendary venues like Madison Square Garden, coordinated production for television performances worldwide, and entertained troops aboard an aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf.   Lucas has found himself in many difficult situations throughout his career and has made mistakes and learned hard lessons. He continues to refine my approach for better performance and more efficient work to benefit myself and the people he works with. Because there is no how-to manual for the live production industry, He founded The Efficient Hustle as a way to share what he's learned.   In this episode, Lucas shares about his journey through the production industry and how A Passion for Efficiency has helped direct his path   To connect with Lucas-https://www.theefficienthustle.com/contact   To get in touch with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

Sinikka Waugh, PMP, President and CEO of Your Clear Next Step, spends her days helping people have better workdays. Trainer, coach, business leader, and difference maker, Sinikka is known for consistently helping people solve problems and get things done at work. With a 20+ year background in languages, literature, and project management, Sinikka has helped over 50,000 people have better workdays since 2008. Her clients value how her professionalism blends seamlessly with her down-to-earth, “try this now” approach and her passion for helping others. Sinikka holds a BA from Central College, an MA from the University of Iowa, and is a certified Project Management Professional through the Project Management Institute (PMI).   To connect with Sinnika Waugh - https://www.yourclearnextstep.com or Your Clear Next Step on the socials   To get in touch with Tyler - www.tylerkamerman.com

Joshua Rathbun grew up in Northwest Iowa and attended college at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa. After graduating in May 2021 he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in video production. He landed a gig at a “dream company” but ended up quitting after only 3 full-months to pursue his passion of starting and building my own business. Fast forward to today and he is fully invest into his startup, Cheecam - full-service disposable film camera + development company for weddings.  He discusses the ups and downs of a start up and the discovery his passion for the process.  To connect with Josh -  https://cheecam.com/ on IG @getcheecam To get in touch with Tyler -  https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

Halfway to a century…Tyler shares some recent successes and setbacks in his journey. Then with the help of his past 4 guests he walks through the benefits of facing your challenges head on; the importance of having champions in your corner; and the significance of rolling up your sleeves and doing the work. To connect with Tyler - www.tylerkamerman.com

Bailey Focht (F-OH-F) is a wife of 4 years and a loving mother to a 5-year-old boy and a 2-month-old boy. Residing in Sidney, IA, she was born and raised in Des Moines before moving to support her husband's farming career.    She is currently balancing the roles of being a stay-at-home mom and a work-from-home professional. With a passion for supporting expectant mothers, she is a licensed doula and childbirth educator. Bailey actively collaborates with Amerigroup and other birth professionals to increase awareness and advocate for the inclusion of birth doula services in health insurance coverage.   Beyond her professional pursuits, I enjoy in spending time outdoors on her family farm, raising farm animals, and filling my house full of rare houseplants.    To connect with Bailey - Facebook @Sweet Pea Doula Services  To get in touch with Tyler - www.tylerkamerman.com

Kyle Doyle (the self proclaimed Chief Paper Pusher of Iowa Distilling Company) is passionate about his company and his people, the process of native distilling and the fact that he gets to do it in the wonderful state of Iowa. In this episode he shares his journey with Iowa distilling and his love for what he does and where he does it.   Iowa Distilling Company is a native distillery located in Cumming, IA, a rural community located 10 min south of Des Moines. This small distillery has grown a lot in just over a decade to become Cityview's Best Local Distillery for the past 5 years. Kyle has been at the helm for the past 8 years and is excited to continue to bring top shelf spirits with a down home spin.    To get in touch with Kyle - https://iowadistilling.com/ - FB, IG & Twitter - @iowadistilling To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

“What I am is a storyteller…in both of these categories - whether it’s commercial photography or fine art photography or whether it’s video work or making music, I’m ultimately, fundamentally telling stories."   For nearly 30 years, Jason Walsmith has been pursuing his passion as a storyteller through various mediums. In this episode he talks about the ups and downs of this journey and how his different adventures have recently aligned.    “This is not about whether you fit into whatever box that they’ve put around you. This is about what you do, how it’s serves your fans (or clients) and what fills your soul.”   To get in touch with Jason: https://www.jasonwalsmith.com/ https://jasonwalsmithstoryteller.com/ https://www.thenadas.com/ Instagram - @jasonwalsmith & @theracontourists YouTube - @theracontourists   To connect with Tyler -  https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

Justin Petersen, a native of Peculiar, Missouri, has appeared in opera, music theater, and concert performances throughout the United States, and is a voice teacher, coach, and writer on vocal technique, history, and teaching philosophy.   Justin has been a member of the young artist programs of the Santa Fe Opera, Sarasota Opera Studio Program, Opera North, and Des Moines Metro Opera. He has also appeared as Silas Marner in a reading of Erica Glenn’s musical, “The Weaver of Raveloe” at the New York Music Theater Festival. Recently, he appeared in the ensemble of Ragtime: The Symphonic Concert with the Boston Pops.   Justin is the Lead Vocal Coach for My College Audition, helping high school performers prepare for their auditions for Music Theater programs. His students have been accepted at music theater programs throughout the United States.   In this episode, Justin shares his story as a performer and a teacher. Overcoming fear and feelings of inadequacy and ultimately finding happiness in the journey.   To get in touch with Justin - Coaching - https://petersenvoicestudio.com/ & Performance -   Instagram - @justinpetersensings    To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

On this episode, Tyler gives an update on his journey and shares some of the highlights and new ideas from his past 4 guests. One through line that became very evident was ideas on how to help you find your passion.   If you’re struggling with that or if you just need some inspiration - this is definitely a great listen for you.   Another great question to be discussed…how can we reward failure? Think that sounds crazy - jump on the Pursue Your Passion train!   To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

Thad Bargman has been traveling the world riding roller coasters and visiting theme parks his entire life. He decided to start creating content on those travels and recently has made the major decision to step away from a 20+ year computer career and pursue his Theme Park Giant passion full time.    To get in touch with Thad - @themeparkgiant on YouTube, Instagram & Facebook   To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/