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April 29, 2025

Stroke Survivor's Story: Overwork, Divorce & Recovery

I was working 14-18 hour days, fueling myself with caffeine pills and energy drinks, and dealing with a rough divorce. Needless to say, I had a small stroke. It was a wake-up call! What's YOUR crazy story of pushing yourself too hard? Share in the comments! 👇Get more @ https://link.chefliferadio…

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April 29, 2025

Saving the Culinary Industry: One Happy Chef at a Time

I just want chefs to be happy again! 😭 Is that too much to ask? Let's make the kitchen a place of joy, not just rage-flavored entrees! Share if you agree! Chef Nio, Heard! Learn more @ https://link.chefliferadio.com/connect #HappyChefs #NoMoreRageCooking #KitchenLife #Foodie

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April 29, 2025

234 | Nio DiPietrantonio: From Burnout to Bliss - A Chefs Journey to …

In the high-pressure world of culinary arts, finding balance and purpose can be a challenge. As chefs, we often sacrifice our well-being for the sake of our craft. But what if there was a way to maintain our passion while prioritizing our mental and physical health? Subscribe to The Recipe For Yo…

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April 22, 2025

233 | How to Find Work Life Harmony by Throwing Out Work Life Balance

As chefs, we often find ourselves caught in a never-ending tug-of-war between our professional passion and personal life. The elusive concept of "work-life balance" can leave us feeling guilty, inadequate, and constantly juggling. But what if there's a better way? Grab "My Midday Reset" and downl…

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April 21, 2025

Culinary Mechanic: Healing Through Cooking

From culinary chaos to culinary MECHANIC! 🤯⚙️ I used to joke about it, but then it clicked: understanding the *mechanism* of a restaurant is EVERYTHING. Now, I'm all about helping chefs and restaurant owners fine-tune their systems & rediscover their passion. ✨ My biggest win? Getting people to pa…

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April 20, 2025

Have a Plan: Intentionality and Self-Expression

Me trying to explain 'intention' to my friends 😂 #intention #lifehacks #planning #motivation #leadership #success

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April 19, 2025

Keep Going, Even When You Fail

Keep going, bestie! ✨ Failure is just a stepping stone to success. Keep tasting the food, keep experimenting, and keep pushing! You got this! 💪 Lesarn more @https://link.cheflieradio.com/connect #Motivation #Inspiration #KeepGoing #FailureIsFuel #SuccessTips

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April 19, 2025

Keep Going, Even When You Fail

Vibes check: ✨ F*ck it up, keep going! ✨ That's the motto. Learn from those 'failures' (or 'learning experiences' 😉), tweak that recipe, & keep tasting 'til it's 🔥. Who's with me? Learn more at https://link.chefliferadio.com/connect #FailForward #KeepGoing #Motivation #ChefsLife #NoGrayArea

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April 18, 2025

Never Stop Learning: Chef Lessons from my Grandmother

What happens when culinary school structure collides with old-world intuition? In this heartwarming and hilarious episode of Chef Life Radio, Chef Simon Zatyrka joins Adam Lamb to talk about the early kitchen lessons that shaped his philosophy—not in a fine-dining kitchen or training program, but a…

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April 17, 2025

The Successful Chef | Time Strategies that Actually Work

🎯 Chefs—want to lead with less burnout and more clarity? I’m inviting 15 chefs to get early access to my new book: The Successful Chef | Time Strategies That Actually Work ✅ Reclaim your time ✅ Reduce burnout ✅ Lead your kitchen without losing yourself Read it before the April 28th launch, share…

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April 16, 2025

Nighttime Creativity: When My Best Ideas Flow

Ever stayed up way too late trying to be creative, only to wake up and be like, 'What the actual f*** was I thinking?' 🤣 Yup, been there! Apparently, slapping things together at 3 AM isn't a recipe for genius. Who knew?! Let's all agree to step away from the keyboard and get some sleep. Learn more …

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April 16, 2025

Culinary Mechanic: Healing Through Cooking

🤯 From 'culinary mechanic' joke to kitchen guru! 🛠️ This chef's story of reinventing his craft (and himself!) is straight 🔥. He's breaking down restaurant systems & helping others find their passion. Talk about a glow-up! ✨ What's one thing YOU'RE doing to shake things up? Share in the comments! 👇 …

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April 16, 2025

Chef Simon Zatyrka: Intention and Purpose, The Secret Ingredients of …

“The old kitchen playbook is dead. You in for what’s next?” Chef @SimonZatyrka @culinarymechanic and I get brutally honest about the shifts happening in hospitality—and why co-ops, ghost kitchens, and flexible leadership might just save the soul of our industry. 🎧 Catch the fire on @chefliferadio…

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April 16, 2025

230 | El Efecto Dominó de las Actitudes del Chef en la Cultura de Coc…

¿Alguna vez has notado cómo tu estado de ánimo puede cambiar instantáneamente el ambiente en tu cocina? "Tu vibra crea tu tribu." – Adam Lamb Join the Crew & Support The Show (https://therealchefliferadio.captivate.fm/ko-fi) Como chef y líder, tu energía tiene un impacto profundo en el rendimi…

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April 15, 2025

The CULINARY MECCHANIC podcast

“Surviving in this industry will never make you a leader. Choosing to grow will.” This time, I’m on the other side of the mic with Chef Simon—getting into the messy middle of burnout, reinvention, and what it really takes to create kitchens that don’t just survive… but thrive. 🎧 Listen to my episod…

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April 14, 2025

Intention and Purpose, The Secret Ingredients of Successful Chefs

“You can’t fake intention. Not in the kitchen. Not in leadership.”. #ChefLife #KitchenLeadership #IntentionalLiving #HospitalityCulture

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April 14, 2025

232 | Adam Lamb on The CULINARY MECHANIC podcast with Chef Simon Zat…

Ever wondered what makes a great chef different from a good one? In this soul-stirring conversation, host Simon Zatyrka (https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-zatyrka/) sits down with culinary leader Adam Lamb (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefadammlamb/) to uncover the human side of professional k…

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April 14, 2025

231 | Chef Simon Zatyrka: Intention and Purpose, The Secret Ingredien…

"Just keep going, man. You learn more from failure than you do from success." - Chef Simon Zatyrka (https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-zatyrka/) In the ever-evolving landscape of culinary leadership, adaptability isn't just a skill—it's a necessity. Join the Crew & Support The Show (https://the…

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March 28, 2025

Your vibe determine your tribe

🔥 Your vibe becomes the kitchen vibe🧠 Attitude isn’t invisible—it’s infectious. #KitchenLeadership #ChefPresence #EnergyMatters #RippleEffect #HospitalityCulture #ChefsOfIG #LeadershipStartsHere

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March 26, 2025

Chef is Proud, and That Ain't Good

Still crushing it—but barely hanging on? 📲 Text BOOTCAMP to 828-463-0531. #KitchenBurnout #ChefMentalHealth #1PercentBetter #CulinaryLeadership

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March 25, 2025

230 | The Ripple Effect of Chef Attitudes on Kitchen Culture

Have you ever noticed how your mood can instantly shift the atmosphere in your kitchen?  "Your vibe creates your tribe." - Adam Lamb As a chef and leader, your energy has a profound impact on your team's performance, morale, and the overall culture of your culinary workspace. In this episode of …

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March 23, 2025

How's Your Chef Doing?

Your chef’s still producing. But is he actually okay? Text BOOTCAMP to 828-463-0531. #FandBDirector #HospitalityLeadership #KitchenRetention #ChefLifeCoaching

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March 22, 2025

Melissa Blatt of Indipop Helps a Young Man Save Big

@MelissaBlatt of @theindipop Helps a Young Man Save Big #goodnews #healthshares #betterhealth

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March 21, 2025

Melissa Blatt of Indipop: The System is Broken

@melissablatt of @theindipop telling us what e already know; the current system is broken, and she has a better way #healthcarerevolution #healthcare #personalagency

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