In Episode 29, John Lim sits down with Benjamin Cukier , Co-Founder & Partner at Centana Growth Partners, for a deeper conversation on what success really means — and why it keeps changing. Ben shares what he believed success was early on, the turning point that pushed him to build his own firm, and why investing is ultimately about responsibility to real people behind the capital.
Quote of the episode: “Plans are useless. Planning is useful.”

In this episode of Relive the Moments, John Lim sits down with Anthony Nicodemo—Athletic Director and head boys’ basketball coach at Greenburgh-North Castle, and a national voice for LGBTQ inclusion in sports. Anthony shares how he defines success, what real leadership looks like, and the turning point in 2013 when he chose visibility over fear.
“There comes a time when silence is betrayal.”

What does success really mean when you stop chasing titles, money, and outside validation?

In Episode 27 of Relive the Moments, John Lim sits down with Al Lundy — a senior director and strategy adviser at Indeed — to unpack a definition of success rooted in something deeper: family, well-being, values, and staying grounded in the moment.

Al shares the mindset that guides his life and career: “Control the controllables.” From growing up in Miami, to Friday Night Lights and college football at Fordham, to navigating the 2008 crash and building a career across Nike, Capital One, and Indeed — Al’s story is a masterclass in resilience, perspective, and leading with humility.

You’ll also hear the hilarious moment Al met his wife (spoiler: it involved stolen popcorn), plus how being a dad keeps him grounded every day.

🎯 In this episode:

How Al defines success (and why it isn’t financial)

“Control the controllables” and how it applies to life + leadership

Growing up in Miami and staying grounded through family values

The turning point that changed his path: the 2008 crash

From Nike → recruiting/HR leadership → Indeed

The moment he met his wife (and why popcorn mattered)

Why fatherhood is his true compass

📌 Connect with Al: LinkedIn (mentioned in episode)
🏀 Community focus: Backyard Sports (Al recently joined the board)

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🍪 Episode 25 is live! John Lim sits down with Kira Provenzano, founder of Sweet Daydreams Bake Shop and the viral Cookie Cart. From baking with her mom at age 4 to building a luxury mobile dessert experience, Kira shares what success means, how she turned a 4-mile dog walk into a business idea, and why “leave people better than you found them” is her mission.

✨ Favorite quote: Maya Angelou — “People will never forget how you made them feel.”

John Lim closes out 2025 with a real year-in-review: the lessons that stuck, what he’s leaving behind, and the intentions he’s setting for 2026. No highlight reel — just reflection, mindset, and a simple reset you can take into the new year.

✅ Topics: year-end reflection, personal growth, discipline, consistency, leadership, goal setting, intention setting, mindset

This solo episode is a raw reflection on the year that pushed me, changed me, and forced me to grow.
I break down the lessons that shaped me, the challenges that stretched me, and the old habits, fears, and doubts I’m finally letting go of.

If you’re stepping into a new chapter — personally, professionally, or creatively — this episode will help you reset, refocus, and move forward with clarity.

🔥 In This Episode:

What this year really taught me

Quiet breakthroughs that shifted everything

What I’m leaving behind: doubt, perfection, overthinking

What I’m taking with me: confidence, purpose, momentum

How to step into a new year with intention

❤️ Quote

“Growth isn’t just about what you gain — it’s about what you’re willing to let go.”

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In this episode, John Lim sits down with Coach John Aguilar — longtime math teacher, varsity basketball coach, and leader who’s shaped students and athletes for 25+ years.

Coach Aguilar shares what success really means to him: impact over trophies, consistency over talent, and raising young people to lead on and off the court. He opens up about the work ethic he learned growing up, the moment that shifted his life path, and how family, teaching, and coaching all connect.

You’ll hear lessons on discipline, teamwork, humility, and the mindset that builds real character — plus the Bruce Lee quote that guides his coaching.

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