Purpose-Driven Progress
Purpose-Driven Progress
Podcast Description
Life can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to. On Purpose Driven Progress, Jacob Hicks—sales professional, coach, and speaker—shares honest stories, proven strategies, and practical systems that help you move forward when life feels stuck. Along with inspiring guests, Jacob helps you break through fear, thrive under pressure, and take bold steps toward building a meaningful, impactful life.
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The podcast focuses on various topics targeting personal growth and professional development. Themes include overcoming perfectionism, strategies for effective time management, and building a fulfilling life. Notable episodes include discussions on transitioning careers, fostering resilience, and embracing progress over perfection, which offer listeners actionable insights and relatable stories.
Life can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to. On Purpose Driven Progress, Jacob Hicks—sales professional, coach, and speaker—shares honest stories, proven strategies, and practical systems that help you move forward when life feels stuck. Along with inspiring guests, Jacob helps you break through fear, thrive under pressure, and take bold steps toward building a meaningful, impactful life.
What do you do when your first film fails? If you're Danny Mercado, you respect the craft, double down on learning, and keep showing up.
In this powerful episode of Purpose Driven Progress, I sit down with Danny Machado —sales leader, and filmmaker — to unpack how grit, storytelling, and relentless follow-up helped him sell his first script to a major studio.
We talk about:
How a movie inspired Danny to move to Alaska and change his life
The lessons learned from producing a failed short film
What it really takes to pitch and sell a screenplay in Hollywood
The power of storytelling in both sales and filmmaking
Why perseverance beats raw talent every time
The insane story behind a script about the disciples — and the dream that helped it sell
If you’ve ever felt like you're behind or unsure how to break into a new space, this episode is for you.
💬 Want to build a business or sales system that actually fits your story? Reach out for coaching at:
👉 https://www.jacobhickscoach.com
🔗 Connect with Danny on LinkedIn:
👉 Danny Mercado on LinkedIn(add actual link to his profile)
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