Threads of Enlightenment podcast. Host Ken Primus interviews expat CEO Richard Blank
Threads of Enlightenment: Unlocking Your Best Self, is your gateway to discovering life-changing principles of self-development and growth. We dive into inspiring stories of resilience, healing, and transformation. From overcoming devastating challenges like mental illness, substance abuse, and financial loss to learning how to embrace your inner power, this podcast celebrates the indomitable human spirit. Tune in to learn actionable steps for overcoming fear and achieving your desired outcome. Whether you're battling anxiety or looking for guidance on personal growth, Threads of Enlightenment is here to inspire your journey.
From Philly to Costa Rica: Watch how one man's bold move at 51 transformed his life and opened doors to unexpected dreams. Richard shares his inspiring journey of leaving Philadelphia behind to embrace a new chapter in Costa Rica, proving it's never too late to reinvent yourself.
After building a successful life, Richard now explores new passions including writing children's books, art, and music. His story shows how stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to extraordinary opportunities and personal growth.
Discover how this former Philadelphia native found purpose through giving back, creating a scholarship for language students, and embracing a simpler, more fulfilling lifestyle. Richard's journey reminds us that success isn't just about material wealth - it's about gratitude, continuous learning, and having the courage to follow your dreams, no matter your age.
Join us for an authentic conversation about second chances, finding happiness in unexpected places, and the wisdom that comes from embracing both life's challenges and opportunities. Perfect for anyone considering a major life change or seeking inspiration to pursue their dreams.
From leaving Philadelphia to building a thriving 150-person company in Costa Rica, this is the story of how taking a leap of faith led to creating something extraordinary. After working in call centers for 4 years, I saw an opportunity to build something different - a company focused on advanced communication, conflict management, and genuine human connection. Unlike massive corporate call centers, we've created an environment where employees aren't just numbers - they're part of a community where mentorship, growth, and second chances matter. With pinball machines, arcade games, and a culture that values personal development, we've proven that sometimes the best business decisions come from following an unconventional path. Join me as I share my 16-year journey of building a company that puts people first, the challenges of international business ownership, and why leaving my comfort zone in Philly was the best decision I ever made.
Threads of Enlightenment: Unlocking Your Best Self, is your gateway to discovering life-changing principles of self-development and growth. We dive into inspiring stories of resilience, healing, and transformation. From overcoming devastating challenges like mental illness, substance abuse, and financial loss to learning how to embrace your inner power, this podcast celebrates the indomitable human spirit. Tune in to learn actionable steps for overcoming fear and achieving your desired outcome. Whether you're battling anxiety or looking for guidance on personal growth, Threads of Enlightenment is here to inspire your journey.
From Philly to Costa Rica: Watch how one man's bold move at 51 transformed his life and opened doors to unexpected dreams. Richard shares his inspiring journey of leaving Philadelphia behind to embrace a new chapter in Costa Rica, proving it's never too late to reinvent yourself.
After building a successful life, Richard now explores new passions including writing children's books, art, and music. His story shows how stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to extraordinary opportunities and personal growth.
Discover how this former Philadelphia native found purpose through giving back, creating a scholarship for language students, and embracing a simpler, more fulfilling lifestyle. Richard's journey reminds us that success isn't just about material wealth - it's about gratitude, continuous learning, and having the courage to follow your dreams, no matter your age.
Join us for an authentic conversation about second chances, finding happiness in unexpected places, and the wisdom that comes from embracing both life's challenges and opportunities. Perfect for anyone considering a major life change or seeking inspiration to pursue their dreams.
From leaving Philadelphia to building a thriving 150-person company in Costa Rica, this is the story of how taking a leap of faith led to creating something extraordinary. After working in call centers for 4 years, I saw an opportunity to build something different - a company focused on advanced communication, conflict management, and genuine human connection. Unlike massive corporate call centers, we've created an environment where employees aren't just numbers - they're part of a community where mentorship, growth, and second chances matter. With pinball machines, arcade games, and a culture that values personal development, we've proven that sometimes the best business decisions come from following an unconventional path. Join me as I share my 16-year journey of building a company that puts people first, the challenges of international business ownership, and why leaving my comfort zone in Philly was the best decision I ever made.
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00:00That's a wonderful question. And before I tell you about my renaissance period,
00:03I have to compliment your smooth move. My man, I love that last story.
00:10Hey man, one of the best things I did.
00:14Well, it's looking great. Would you put on some of the car? I mean, that's my main man,
00:20making moves. That was one of my smooth movements.
00:25We all definitely did learn something, kind of like Mike DeMone with Rat and Fast Times at
00:29Richmond High. Ken just taught us. I love it. Anyway, so I'm back in Northeast Philly at my
00:36proud Abington High School. And all of my friends were going to be doctors and lawyers and engineers
00:42and architects. And they had a plan. I had no plan except sports and girls and goofing around. But
00:48my favorite class was Spanish. And I don't know about you, but sometimes you got to get the like
00:53wake up call. And all of a sudden, I got the chills. I said, if I'm the only one that could
00:59speak Spanish out of all my friends, A, I could speak to the girls over there, you know, because
01:03they speak Spanish. And B, I might be able to get a job or put, say, habla espanol on a business card,
01:10which gives me an angle. But it wasn't the cute pat on the head parlor trick. My parents thought it
01:15was fleeting or a passing moment. The difference was the dedicated practice. I was not the best student.
01:21All right, let's be real. But the one class that I did above and beyond was Spanish. It wasn't
01:28cramming. It wasn't copying notes. It wasn't study groups. No, man, I was doing the Mr. Miyagi
01:34Danielson kicking on the beach. Really, no joke. I was watching the movies, reading the books. And I
01:40said, this is good. And I can build on it. And it's flexible because it's everywhere. There's tons of
01:46Spanish speakers in Philly and in the world. And every time that I would do my 5%, 7%,
01:531 word, maybe a sentence.
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