Why do some of the most talented people stay invisible while “misfits” build trust, authority, and loyal audiences?

In this episode, Vic Moser sits down with global keynote speaker and storytelling strategist Danny Brassell to unpack the power of authentic storytelling, why perfectionism kills connection, and how ambitious people can use their voice to create trust, authority, and real business growth.

Danny shares lessons from speaking on 3,500+ stages, rebuilding after financial loss, and helping entrepreneurs turn stories into action instead of just applause.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Why misfits often outperform polished experts
➺ The difference between real confidence and performative confidence
➺ Storytelling mistakes that quietly weaken trust
➺ How to make your message actually move people
➺ Why reading changes how you lead and communicate
➺ How to stop hiding behind perfectionism and own your voice

🌐 Danny’s Website ➺ https://go.shopmy.us/p-60933557
🎁 Free Story Blueprint ➺ https://go.shopmy.us/p-60933490

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Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

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Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

She Just Wanted to Help Her Daughter… This Happened Next

In this conversation, Nichole Daher shares how a deeply personal need—finding the right support for her stepdaughter led her to build Success On The Spectrum, the first autism treatment franchise of its kind. She opens up about the gaps she saw in the ABA therapy system, why most providers stop at age seven, and how she decided that “good enough” wasn’t enough for her child or for the thousands of families facing the same struggle.
Nichole dives into what it really takes to scale a mission-driven business without compromising quality, from radical transparency (including cameras in every room) to building a franchise model rooted in values, not just profit. She shares the emotional reality of entrepreneurship—being underestimated, navigating loneliness at the top, and learning how to trust, delegate, and lead. The episode wraps with rapid-fire questions that reveal her mindset on fear, leadership, and what’s next for her growing impact.


💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Sometimes, the best businesses are built from solving your own problem first.
➺ Demand doesn’t lie—if people keep calling, you’re onto something.
➺ Transparency builds trust (and raises the standard for an entire industry).
➺ You can build something impactful and profitable at the same time.
➺ Scaling requires systems, not just passion—replication is everything.
➺ The right people matter more than anything—mission alignment is non-negotiable.
➺ Being underestimated can become your biggest advantage.
➺ Leadership means knowing when to let go—and when to step back in.
➺ Fear never goes away—you just learn how to move with it.
➺ If your model works once, document it, refine it, and scale it.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

Nichole Daher is an entrepreneur, autism advocate, and founder of Success On The Spectrum, the first autism treatment franchise designed to provide high-quality ABA therapy for children up to age 18. What started as a solution for her own stepdaughter quickly revealed a nationwide gap in care—one that she turned into a rapidly scaling business now serving families across the U.S.
Through her work, Nichole is not only helping children gain critical life skills but also empowering entrepreneurs to build purpose-driven businesses that create real impact in their communities. Her mission is simple: raise the standard of care, expand access, and build a future where every child has the support they deserve.

Nichole's Website: https://sosfranchising.com/

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Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

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Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...

In this conversation, Sara Love shares her journey from a corporate pharmacy career to becoming a naturopathic doctor and tea entrepreneur. She discusses how leaving a suffocating office environment led her to embrace her entrepreneurial identity, and how an intensive business academy gave her the clarity she needed. Sara dives deep into the connection between stress, gut health, and the healing power of plants, explaining why she developed her own loose-leaf tea blends for her patients. She also opens up about balancing two businesses, the mental discipline of ultra marathon running, and why giving yourself permission to rest is one of the bravest things you can do.

💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮'𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞

➺ Leaving a suffocating environment is the first step toward becoming who you truly are.

➺ Entrepreneurship is an identity, not just a career path.

➺ Stress and gut health are deeply connected, and so is the solution.

➺ Simple rituals like herbal tea can be powerful tools for healing and restoration.

➺ Structuring your time by business and protecting personal hours prevents burnout.

➺ Ultra-marathon running is 90% a mental game, and that same mindset builds great entrepreneurs.

➺ Rest is not a reward; it is part of the training.

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:

Sara Love is a naturopathic doctor, tea entrepreneur, and ultra-marathon runner based in the Pacific Northwest. After years of working in an ICU pharmacy, she discovered her passion for preventing chronic disease through natural medicine. Rooted in a deep love of plants, nature, and holistic healing, Sara founded her own line of small-batch, certified organic loose-leaf teas — crafted to be both medicinal and joyful. She blends scientific rigor with a nature-first philosophy, helping patients reclaim their health one intentional cup at a time.

Sara’s Website: https://www.lichenleaf.com/

♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

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♡ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭

Hi! I’m Vic Moser — founder, creative entrepreneur, and project strategist who’s navigated pivots across biology, tech, finance, and now community building and content creation. I run a web design studio for creators and small business owners, and I co-founded a nonprofit that supports women and allies in tech. I created Make it Ambitious because ambition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and I want to spotlight stories that show us how powerful and personal ambition really is.

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→ New episodes launch every Thursday. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts to stay up-to-date with every episode.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
Welcome to 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 — the podcast for bold thinkers, doers, and leaders who refuse to play small. Hosted by Vic Moser, this show uncovers t...