The Jake Barrena Show
The Jake Barrena Show is a home for leaders—established or emerging—who are hungry to grow in identity, purpose, legacy, and eternity.
Each episode brings real, honest, and transformative content—sometimes through powerful conversations with influential guests, and other times through direct teaching and revelation from Jake himself.
Whether it’s an interview with an entrepreneur, creator, pastor, or everyday person with an extraordinary story—or a solo episode filled with wisdom, faith, and leadership principles—every moment is designed to strengthen who you are and who you’re becoming.
Through transparent dialogue and practical guidance, listeners are challenged to rise above excuses, embrace their true identity, and step boldly into their God-given calling.
As host, Jake Barrena brings decades of leadership, faith, entrepreneurship, and lived experience to every episode. His mission is simple: to equip leaders to discover who they are, why they’re here, and how to live with purpose, discipline, and eternal impact.
This show exists to help you think clearer, lead stronger, live more authentically, and break free from the limitations that have held you back.
It’s not just inspiration—it's equipping, sharpening, and calling you into greater leadership for the life God designed you to live.
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The Jake Barrena Show
Episode 2 | Resilience & Growth: Overcoming Challenges with a Successful Entrepreneur & Elite Ironman Competitor | Jared Carver
Brief Summary
In this conversation, Jake Barrena and Jared Carver delve into their profound friendship, the challenges of managing businesses during the pandemic, and Jared's journey with chronic fatigue syndrome. They discuss the importance of family dynamics, the role of pain in personal growth, and the significance of mentorship and leadership in business. Jared shares his experiences with mental health, including suicidal thoughts, and emphasizes the importance of faith and gratitude in overcoming challenges. The conversation concludes with insights about setting future goals and the necessity of continuous learning and personal development.
Guest Speaker
Jared Carver is the President and Founder of Millennial Media Group, Orange County’s top creative agency known for transforming brands into social media powerhouses. Under his leadership, MMG has established a reputation for excellence, managing content, strategy, and lead generation for some of Southern California’s most respected businesses.
Outside the agency world, Jared is an All-World Ironman Athlete, having competed in eight Ironmans and consistently performing at an elite level—both in sports and business. He brings the same discipline and drive from endurance racing into every venture he leads.
Jared is also a dedicated husband to Megan Carver and a proud father, balancing family life with entrepreneurial success. With a sharp business mind, a creative edge, and an athlete’s mentality, Jared is building more than a business—he’s building a legacy.
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Chapters
00:00 The Power of Connection
04:15 Facing Health Challenges
10:07 Family Dynamics and Business Growth
13:54 Pain as a Catalyst for Growth
21:09 Faith and Perspective in Adversity
25:15 Faith and Resilience in Adversity
27:01 Facing Mental Health Challenges
31:25 Defining Goals and Personal Growth
36:41 The Importance of Mentorship and Learning
42:10 Leadership in the Age of AI
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