Joyful Work and Big Wins: Lessons from Mentor Jordan Kavana

Joyful Work and Big Wins: Lessons from Mentor Jordan Kavana

Author: Dr. Bill Dorfman® November 25, 2025 Duration: 16:50
Get ready for a fun, inspiring conversation with visionary mentor Jordan Kavana! In this episode of Meet the Mentor, Dr. Bill chats with Jordan about his unexpected journey, from creating high-tech toys in Asia to launching innovative health and wellness ventures in the U.S. Jordan also pulls back the curtain on LEAP Week, an entrepreneurial bootcamp where young people learn from influential mentors like Anthony Hopkins and Paula Abdul. Jordan shares why finding joy in what you do matters just as much as hustle, why perseverance sometimes looks like simply “SOYA—Sit On Your Ass,” and how real human connection still moves business forward in big ways. It’s a relaxed, motivating conversation full of stories, laughter, and hard-earned wisdom—perfect for anyone ready to level up their entrepreneurial game. LEAP Foundation www.leapfoundation.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each week on the Dr. Bill Dorfman® Podcast presents Meet the Mentor® Series, you’ll find a conversation that feels more like a personal introduction than a formal interview. Hosted by Dr. Bill Dorfman himself-known widely as a celebrity dentist and New York Times best-selling author, but also as the founder of The LEAP Foundation-this podcast creates a space where accomplished mentors from diverse fields pull up a chair. They share not just their polished success stories, but the real, often messy, experiences that shaped their paths. The discussions naturally delve into the lessons learned through failure, the pivotal moments of guidance they received, and the practical wisdom they now pass on. While the podcast sits within the Education, Family, and Kids categories, its appeal is broad, offering insights valuable to anyone curious about personal growth and leadership. Listeners will hear genuine, unrehearsed dialogue that highlights how mentorship can transform a career and a life, all through Dr. Dorfman’s engaging and curious perspective. It’s a consistent weekly resource for those looking to learn from the best, in a format that emphasizes connection over lecture.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Dr. Bill Dorfman® Podcast presents Meet the Mentor® Series
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