Success in Motion Podcast

In this episode of The Success in Motion Podcast, host Alex Burhoe sits down with Greg Bushyhead, President of Accent Staffing and seasoned real estate investor. Greg shares the remarkable journey of growing a family-founded staffing company into a people-first powerhouse that’s thriving in a tech-driven world.
Learn why Accent Staffing bucks the industry trend by keeping the human touch alive and why that decision has led to exceptional retention rates—and happier clients and candidates. Greg talks candidly about navigating post-COVID hiring challenges, his philosophy on passive income through real estate, and how knowing when to delegate is key to sustainable growth.
Greg also pulls back the curtain on his other ventures, including commercial real estate investing, and how joining a mastermind group has helped him aim for big goals—like acquiring $250K in NOI through smart property deals.
What You'll Learn:
Why personal relationships still matter in the staffing world
How Accent Staffing achieves an unheard-of 70% retention rate
Tips for building passive income through real estate
When to delegate and when to dig in
The power of community in masterminds and networking
 
 
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In this episode of The Success in Motion Podcast, host Alex Burhoe sits down with Jonathan Riggs, a retired Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel and current strategic projects leader at M&T Bank. Jonathan shares a powerful and transparent conversation about what it takes to transition from 24 years of military service to a leadership role in corporate America. His journey from the battlefield to the boardroom is packed with valuable lessons on adaptability, continuous learning, and humility.
Jonathan dives into how his combat and staff experience shaped his leadership style, how he translated military skills into civilian project management, and why building trust and understanding people is essential in any role. He also gets honest about the challenges of selling yourself after a military career and why resilience is just as critical in the job market as it was in uniform.
Whether you’re a veteran, a leader in transition, or someone seeking to bring purpose into your career, this episode offers powerful insights on growth, identity, and lifelong learning.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How to successfully pivot from military to corporate life
What project management looks like at the enterprise level
Why understanding people is more important than any single leadership style
The role of humility and self-awareness in career growth
Resources veterans should be leveraging (like Hiring Our Heroes and American Corporate Partners)
 
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In this inspiring episode, Dr. Reham Sadek shares her remarkable journey from Egypt to becoming a board-certified psychiatrist in the United States. A mother, a mental health expert, and now a published author and clinic co-founder, Dr. Sadek discusses the importance of early mental health care for children, why she chose to specialize in child and adolescent psychiatry, and the crucial role of resilience in raising today’s kids.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
How Dr. Sadek's mentor inspired her to pursue psychiatry
What motivated her to specialize in children’s mental health
Signs that a child might need psychiatric support
Why resilience matters more than ever for today’s youth
Her path to publishing two books on parenting and ADHD
Why she’s passionate about creating passive income and pursuing obesity medicine certification
 
 
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In this inspiring episode, William Paiva—venture capitalist, scientist, academic, and speaker—joins guest host Michael Bishop to redefine what it means to succeed in life and business. William shares his journey from immigrant roots to Ivy League credentials and a 25+ year career in venture capital and healthcare innovation.
They dive deep into how his parents’ sacrifices shaped his higher purpose, why he believes regret is wasted energy, and how “flowing” through life’s changes helped him rise from bench scientist to JP Morgan healthcare investment banker. William also discusses his upcoming book My Life in the Middle Seat, what makes some CEOs excel where others fail, and how creating your own “luck” is a mindset, not a mystery.
💡 Topics Explored:
Turning setbacks into success
Embracing a higher purpose
Immigrant grit and the American dream
The myth of passive income
Creating “luck” and seizing opportunity
Why “follow your passion” is flawed advice
Redefining work-life balance through fulfillment
Building a speaking business at 60
The phases of personal and professional growth
👤 About William Paiva:Dr. William Paiva is a venture capitalist with 25 years of experience investing in healthcare innovation. He holds a PhD in molecular biology and an MBA from Dartmouth. He currently leads the Center for Health Systems Innovation at Oklahoma State University, focusing on rural and Native American healthcare. William is launching a new chapter as an author and speaker with his upcoming book on mindset and success.
 
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In this inspiring episode of The Success in Motion Podcast, host Michael Bishop sits down with Heath Hayes, a mental health and addiction consultant with over 15 years of experience. Heath’s journey is one of resilience and transformation—starting as a case manager supporting homeless individuals, to now leading his own firm that consults with major government and education institutions.
Heath shares how his personal challenges with mental health and addiction gave him the insight and drive to change the system from the inside. You’ll hear how he leveraged lived experience, a passion for advocacy, and a bold “say yes” mindset to build a successful consulting practice. From developing niche programs to supporting vulnerable populations through workforce training, Heath breaks down what makes his approach different in an industry full of competition.
This episode is packed with practical insights on leadership, vulnerability, and scaling a mission-driven business. Whether you're in behavioral health, consulting, or looking for real-world inspiration, you’ll take away something powerful.
What We Discuss:
How Heath turned personal challenges into professional strengths
The unique value his consulting firm brings to large institutions
The importance of saying “yes” and taking strategic risks
Balancing entrepreneurship with single fatherhood
Exploring passive income through partnerships and franchises
 
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From making hospital deliveries to advising medtech teams—Ryan Lundquist’s path is anything but ordinary. In this episode, Ryan shares how curiosity, humility, and real human connection helped him rise from the OR floor to the consulting boardroom.
Expanded DescriptionRyan Lundquist joins host Michael Bishop to talk about his incredible transformation from an instrument setup and delivery driver to a full-line sales rep at Zimmer, and now a strategic medtech consultant. Drawing on over two decades in orthopedic sales, Ryan emphasizes how building trust, asking the right questions, and understanding human behavior are more valuable than any sales pitch.
You’ll hear Ryan’s take on:
Why people matter more than products in medical sales
How curiosity became his most powerful tool in the OR
What separates real consultants from glorified advisors
The psychology of sales and why “reading the room” can make or break deals
Why work-life balance is personal—and how Ryan makes it work
Whether you’re breaking into medtech, navigating career pivots, or building better client relationships, Ryan’s story offers powerful takeaways.
 
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In this inspiring episode, biotech entrepreneur Elaine Hamm shares her journey from a PhD microbiologist to a leader in early-stage drug development. With over a decade of experience in building and managing biotech ventures, Elaine dives deep into her passion for tackling unmet medical needs—especially in hearing loss, tinnitus, MS, endometriosis, and neurodegenerative diseases.
Elaine talks candidly about the realities of managing multiple companies, how she vets new opportunities, and what it really takes to succeed in the high-risk world of biotech. She shares her views on work-life balance, her love for learning, and how personal experiences drive professional passion.
Listeners will gain insights into:
Why early-stage drug development is so high risk—and so rewarding
How Elaine’s team and background empower her to manage multiple startups
The science behind regenerating hair cells in the ear (and curing deafness in guinea pigs!)
Why choosing the “road less traveled” in biotech markets can be a strategic advantage
How to build trust and a strong network in entrepreneurship
Her advice to her 25-year-old self and aspiring life science founders
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In this episode of The Success in Motion Podcast, guest host Michael Bishop sits down with John Wijtenburg, a seasoned real estate consultant and asset manager who made a major pivot from hotel investing to helping real estate entrepreneurs scale smarter. John shares his evolution from a Fannie Mae economist to building multi-million dollar hotel portfolios, and ultimately to launching his own consulting venture designed to solve a growing gap in the industry: scaling systems.
John unpacks the hidden bottlenecks that real estate operators face when trying to grow—from becoming the ceiling of their own business to making emotionally driven deal decisions. He introduces his proprietary framework, the CRE Growth Operating System, and reveals how execution and self-selected accountability are game changers for scaling any real estate business.
Listeners will learn:
The most common systems failures holding back real estate entrepreneurs
How to shift from being “in the weeds” to visionary leadership
Why remote teams and fractional roles can fuel growth
The importance of clarity, execution, and structured accountability in real estate operations
What to consider before jumping into "passive income" ventures
 
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What does it really take to turn a book idea into a bestseller? In this episode of The Success in Motion Podcast, host Alex Burhoe sits down with Lisa Marie Garcia—7-time published author, founder of CEO Book Publishing, and seasoned entrepreneur—to explore the power of professional editing, effective promotion, and leadership in the book publishing world.
Lisa shares her journey from tech CEO to publishing powerhouse, diving into the “backdoor” beginnings of both her companies and how adaptability shaped her success. She also breaks down the editing process, revealing why most first-time authors misunderstand what “editing” really means, and how that can make or break a book. Plus, she gets real about the importance of promotion, outlining the must-dos for authors who want more than friends and family to read their book.
Whether you're an aspiring author, an entrepreneur, or someone who wants to lead with empathy and strategy, this episode is full of practical gems and inspiring insights.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How Lisa’s tech background shaped her publishing approach
The three types of editing every book needs
Why self-published authors often struggle
How CEO Book Publishing helps authors get their books out and seen
Why promotion is just as important as the book itself
Lisa’s top leadership lessons from over 25 years in business
 
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In this episode of The Success in Motion Podcast, host Alex Burhoe sits down with Daniel Cook, CEO of Covest Properties, to explore an innovative approach to homeownership that helps renters transition into equity partners. Daniel breaks down how his unique joint-venture program empowers individuals—especially those who don’t qualify for conventional loans—to build equity, reduce student debt, and secure stable housing.
Drawing from his personal journey, Daniel recounts how a life pivot following a divorce led him to create a scalable model based on his own housing experience. You’ll hear how his perseverance turned a real estate workaround into a mission-driven company that’s helping everyday people become property partners.
Daniel also touches on:
Why landlords are leaving the market—and how Covest creates a win-win
How this model can serve minorities and those trapped in rental cycles
The importance of financial literacy and equity building
Tips for aspiring real estate investors and homeowners alike
How Covest is expanding from San Diego to cities nationwide
 
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