Welcome to "Surviving the Side Hustle," the ultimate podcast for balancing the demands of entrepreneurship with maintaining mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
Hosted by Coach Rob Tracz, an expert in helping driven professionals achieve 'personal development for professional success,' this show is more than just storytelling—it's a masterclass in thriving amidst the entrepreneurial grind. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders who are rewriting the rules of entrepreneurship, sharing their unique stories, the creative solutions they're offering, and the everyday challenges they’re overcoming.
Whether you’re a side hustler looking for your big break or an established entrepreneur seeking fresh perspectives, "Surviving the Side Hustle" provides valuable insights that resonate with the movers, the shakers, and everyone in between.
Feeling burnt out and sidelining your own health? This podcast empowers you to overcome stagnation, build resilience, and optimize your life and business. We dive deep into your goals, identify obstacles, and share strategies to boost your energy, improve your strength, and keep the entrepreneurial grind enjoyable.
Join us for inspiring stories, expert insights, and practical advice to help you look good, feel good, and do great things at every stage of your entrepreneurial journey. Let’s not just survive the side hustle—let's master it.
Welcome to "Surviving the Side Hustle," the ultimate podcast for balancing the demands of entrepreneurship with maintaining mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
Hosted by Coach Rob Tracz, an expert in helping driven professionals achieve 'personal development for professional success,' this show is more than just storytelling—it's a masterclass in thriving amidst the entrepreneurial grind. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders who are rewriting the rules of entrepreneurship, sharing their unique stories, the creative solutions they're offering, and the everyday challenges they’re overcoming.
Whether you’re a side hustler looking for your big break or an established entrepreneur seeking fresh perspectives, "Surviving the Side Hustle" provides valuable insights that resonate with the movers, the shakers, and everyone in between.
Feeling burnt out and sidelining your own health? This podcast empowers you to overcome stagnation, build resilience, and optimize your life and business. We dive deep into your goals, identify obstacles, and share strategies to boost your energy, improve your strength, and keep the entrepreneurial grind enjoyable.
Join us for inspiring stories, expert insights, and practical advice to help you look good, feel good, and do great things at every stage of your entrepreneurial journey. Let’s not just survive the side hustle—let's master it.

Ever feel like you're drowning in tasks while your leadership potential remains untapped? That's exactly what Walter Dusseldorp, the Dutch Mentor, addresses in this powerful conversation about the crucial shift from doing to leading.
Walter's story is nothing short of remarkable. Arriving in America with just $500 in his pocket, he transformed from a waiter with one shirt and tie into a successful entrepreneur, helicopter medic, and eventually a respected corporate leader. Now, as a mentor to emerging leaders and entrepreneurs, he shares the wisdom gained from his diverse career journey.
The conversation centers on three game-changing insights. First, Walter reveals the most common mistake that derails promising leaders: the inability to transition from execution to empowerment. When high performers get promoted, they often continue pushing rather than learning to pull others along with them. This distinction between doing and leading becomes the differentiator between those who plateau and those who create lasting impact. Second, Walter challenges conventional definitions of success, arguing that it must be personally defined and allowed to evolve throughout your life. His own measure—waking up inspired and making an impact—offers a refreshing alternative to rigid external metrics. Finally, he distinguishes between coaching and mentorship, emphasizing that while coaches provide accountability, true mentors share wisdom from lived experience.
What makes this episode particularly valuable is the practical application. You'll walk away with specific questions to audit your leadership approach, reassess your definition of success, and identify potential mentors in your circle. Walter's parting advice—"Less is more. Focus, measure, and hold yourself accountable"—provides a simple but powerful formula for generating unstoppable momentum in your leadership journey. Ready to stop doing it all and start truly leading? Listen now and take your first step toward transformation.