The world is full of temptation and there are those out there trying to help many steer clear of taking the wrong path. Unfortunately, pornography has a scary underbelly and Doug Osmond, Director of Nonprofit Development for Fight the New Drug, explains the effort they are putting behind educating the public on this growing problem. Understanding how the porn industry is linked to human trafficking and hearing about the scientific effects it can have on one’s brain may open your eyes to a scary ...
May 18, 2019•40 min•Ep. 149
The housing market is a roller coaster of exciting investments and there is more than one way to get in on the action. Co-founder and CEO of Wholesaling, Inc., Cody Hofhine, joins us to discuss their unique way to use real estate to your advantage. If you’re diligent, study the laws of the states you’re doing business in, and market correctly then wholesaling doesn’t require a realtor’s license. Cody explains the importance of discovering the story behind deeply discounted properties in order to...
May 11, 2019•40 min•Ep. 148
Opinions That Count and Five Cultural Pillars: Do you really want to know what your consumers are thinking? Well, there is a way to shift through influencers and hear the opinions of your loyal followers! Mike Donoghue, Founder and CEO of Alpha Group, and Kyle Lelli, General Manager of The Tylt, join us to explain their brilliant platform that can help businesses capture the pulse of their target audience. Hear how The Tylt, Pigeon, Project Text, and Elsewhere can help your company thrive and de...
May 04, 2019•40 min•Ep. 147
Cultivate a Caring Culture and Activate Your Inner Artist: In business, it’s important to appreciate your employees so they have the confidence to take care of their customers. Dr. David Rodriguez, Global Chief Human Resources Officer of Marriott International, discusses the importance of building a strong culture for your company. Leaders that actually walk the talk help transform an ordinary moment into a special experience. Hear stories about how the Marriott family planted the seeds for a so...
Apr 27, 2019•40 min•Ep. 146
Later Entrepreneurship and Becoming a Hero Company: Turning 65 doesn’t mean it’s time to retire; in fact, many are becoming entrepreneurs in the second half of life. We are joined by Chris Farrell, Author of “Purpose and a Paycheck: Finding Meaning, Money, and Happiness in the Second Half of Life”, who explains the surge of those creating new careers after retirement age. Experienced workers are creative, productive, and can offer some sage advice that is incredibly valuable. Thinking about reti...
Mar 30, 2019•40 min•Ep. 145
Lean into Fear, Take Responsibility, and Create Your Path Are you sitting on the sidelines of your life? It’s time to jump in the game and Tommy Baker of Resist Average Academy and Author of “The Leap of Your Life: How to Redefine Risk, Quit Waiting For 'Someday,' and Live Boldly”, shares his wisdom on where to start. Sometimes a seemingly small, inconsequential decision will give you that spark of forward momentum you’ve been searching for. Listen in for Tommy’s breakdown of some of the promine...
Mar 23, 2019•40 min•Ep. 144
Build a Strong Team to Achieve Success: Teamwork makes the dream work! Today's guests, Trip Hunter, Brock Felt, and Eric Casarez share how you can arm your team with the tools they need for long term success. Startups should focus on acquiring talent with a diverse skill set according to Trip Hunter and Brock Felt of dot, a marketing company which helps businesses launch new products. Find out how dot can help your business avoid common pitfalls while going to market. Then, after ten years of be...
Mar 16, 2019•40 min•Ep. 143
Soft Leadership Skills and Communication Tools: When the stakes are high in business, emotions can impede communication skills and hurt leadership ability. Professor M.S. Rao, Ph.D., and Carol Barkes, CPM offer tools to take control of your reactions in the heat of the moment. Character, charisma, and conscience are a few of the 'elemental C’s' that are essential in achieving soft leadership skills according to Professor Rao, Founder of MSR Leadership Consultants India and Author of “Soft Leader...
Mar 09, 2019•40 min•Ep. 142
Episode #141: Calculated Risk Taking and Increasing Productivity Published: March 2, 2019 Your career may have been born from passion, but what will sustain your journey? Securing entrepreneurial mentors who have already ventured the road less traveled will accelerate success. In this episode, George Black and Sean Byrnes share sage advice to take smart risks and increase productivity. George Black, Author of “Dear, Mr. A” (soon to be re-titled "The Next Level Entrepreneur-Finding Direction IN Y...
Mar 02, 2019•40 min•Ep. 141
Entrepreneurial Inmates and Taxes Simplified: Are there second chances on the road to retribution? Brian Hamilton, Founder of Inmates to Entrepreneurs, Co-Founder of Sageworks, and Founder of Brian Hamilton Foundation, has developed an eight-week program that walks inmates through creating their own low capital business. From product conception to launch, learn how Brian is making employment after incarceration a reality for motivated individuals. Then, it’s our favorite time of year, tax season...
Feb 23, 2019•40 min•Ep. 140
Necessity Fuels the Spirit of Entrepreneurship: Going to the theater has been one of America's favorite pastimes for over 100 years, but modern cinephiles are enjoying the latest blockbusters from the comfort of their own homes. As viewing preferences change, movie theaters have sought alternative revenue streams to stay afloat, explains Cliff Marks, President and Interim-CEO of National Cinemedia (NCM). NCM's branch, Noovie, may be just the ticket to bring the big screen into modernity, giving ...
Feb 16, 2019•40 min•Ep. 139
Walk the Ledge, Spark Curiosity, and Unlock Your Potential: Entrepreneurs are not born overnight, in fact, for some people their potential is hidden deep within and must be dug out. We begin the show discussing how to find a clear path to entrepreneurship with Dr. Diane Hamilton, Author of “Cracking the Curiosity Code: The Key to Unlocking Human Potential”, Host of "Take the Lead", and Founder and CEO of Tonerra. Dr. Hamilton explains how she came to explore the path of curiosity and why it is s...
Feb 09, 2019•40 min•Ep. 138
2019 Consumer Electronics Show (Part 4): In this special edition of Entrepreneur Weekly, Alan Taylor travels to Las Vegas for the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). In this episode, enjoy interviews with David Meltzer of Sports 1 Marketing, Mike Bieker of Lume Cube, Inc., Isaac Ashkenazi of Cavalier Audio, and Dave Buchko of Byton. First up, David Meltzer, Founder and CEO of Sports 1 Marketing, is back in the hot seat to discuss how suffering can catalyze success. No stranger to overcoming tr...
Feb 02, 2019•40 min•Ep. 137
2019 Consumer Electronics Show (Part 3) In this special edition of Entrepreneur Weekly, Alan Taylor travels to Las Vegas for the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). In this episode, we’ll sit down with one of the original sharks on ABC’s “Shark Tank”, Kevin Harrington, Sundip Doshi of AerNos, James Symons of TechDen, Randy Garn of Skipio, and Josh Poulsen of House of Marley. First up to the mic is the ‘As Seen on TV’ king, Kevin Harrington. As television viewership declines, Kevin has adapted ...
Jan 27, 2019•40 min•Ep. 136
2019 Consumer Electronics Show (Part 2): In this special edition of Entrepreneur Weekly, Alan Taylor travels to Las Vegas for the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). In this episode, we’ll sit down with Bill Kallman of Global Energy Transmission, Andreas Widy of Navatics, Dana Wollman of Engadget, Cory Bergeron of Pitch Video, Ross Wesson of Robotically, Inc., and David Meltzer of Sports 1 Marketing. Our first guest has the world’s predominant technology trade show electrified with possibiliti...
Jan 20, 2019•40 min•Ep. 135
2019 Consumer Electronics Show (Part 1): In this special edition of Entrepreneur Weekly, Alan Taylor travels to Las Vegas for the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). In this episode, we’ll sit down with Jeromy Young of Atomos, Anthony Dohrmann of Electronic Caregiver and Addison Care, and Andrew Rossow of Rossow Law, LLC and GritDaily. First in the hot seat is Jeromy Young, Founder and CEO of Atomos. Jeromy has been working alongside digital imaging greats like Sony, Nikon, and Cannon since th...
Jan 19, 2019•40 min•Ep. 134
Are You Ready to Risk it All to Be Your Own Boss?: After serving in the United States Marine Corps 2nd Force Reconnaissance Company, Derek Sisson searched for employment in the civilian workforce that would complement his unique skillset. Landing in Puerto Rico, Derek cut his entrepreneurial teeth in the tourism business before foraying into the importing and distribution of wine and spirits. In this time, Derek discovered the power of the veteran community and eventually launched his own brand,...
Dec 22, 2018•40 min•Ep. 133
Get Your Financial Planning in Gear with Expert Money Management Tips: Are you frequently distracted by new opportunities and lack the focus to follow through on an intentional investing strategy? Author of "May You Drink from the Saucer”, Certified Financial Planner, and President of J.M. Arbour Wealth Management, Jac Arbour, is ready to help you achieve a robust investment portfolio and abundant life. Learn how to gain clarity on your financial goals, discover the value of mentorship, and more...
Dec 16, 2018•40 min•Ep. 132
Necessity is the Mother of Innovation: The birth of a child, the death of a loved one - There are events in our lives of such significance that they shake the very foundation of our being. In 1998, John Crowley had a promising law career when his family received a shocking medical diagnosis; Pompe disease, a rare genetic and often fatal neuromuscular disorder, would ravage the bodies of John’s two children, leaving them dependent upon breathing and feeding tubes within 12 months’ time. Blind-sid...
Dec 02, 2018•40 min•Ep. 131
Take Back Control Over Your Personal Life, Career, and Finances: “Once I realized that taking responsibility is the ultimate power, it changed my life forever.” Former NFL wide receiver, Trent Shelton, was living the dream playing professional football, but the sports business took a heavy toll; Trent was depressed and contemplating suicide. The birth of his son and death of a teammate snapped Trent back to reality – He needed to take control over his life. Flash forward nearly a decade: Trent i...
Dec 01, 2018•40 min•Ep. 130
Speak in Your Authentic Voice and Illuminate Your Super Power: We all know that entrepreneurs are cut from an unusual cloth, but how do you harness your eccentricities for a more profitable business? For in-demand public speaker, podcast host, and author of "LITTLE ME, BIG BUSINESS: How to Grow Your Small Business, Increase Your Profits and Go Global (in Your Pajamas)", Nadia Finer, the key to success was found by embracing her authentic voice – literally. Fearing that no one would take her seri...
Nov 18, 2018•40 min•Ep. 129
2018 Oracle NetSuite SuiteConnect West: We’re broadcasting from SuiteConnect West where over 800 professionals came together to discuss how to strategically grow their business. Co-Founder and EVP of Development for Oracle NetSuite, Evan Goldberg, gives us a preview of his keynote presentation; learn how you can take the pulse of core operations and spot financial trends through NetSuite’s holistic, cloud-based software solutions. Next, we get the scoop on a San Francisco based non-profit which ...
Nov 17, 2018•40 min•Ep. 128
Battling the Rising Tide of Adverse Technology Side Effects: Do you frequently make digital connections, but struggle with feelings of isolation? Dan Schawbel, Partner and Research Director at Future Workplace, Author of "Back to Human", and Host of "5 Questions with Dan Schawbel", says that our addiction to technology could be the root cause of the ‘loneliness epidemic’. Remote workers may be particularly susceptible to declining mental health due to diminished social interactions at the office...
Nov 10, 2018•40 min•Ep. 127
Make Connections with Business Coaching and Peer-to-Peer Social Media: Ready to take your business to the next level? An executive coach might be just what the doctor ordered. New York Times bestselling author of "The One Minute Entrepreneur” and the co-founder of growth.com, Ethan Willis, explains how you can benefit from the fresh perspectives and 1-on-1 guidance a business coach has to offer. Plus, find out what role humility plays in becoming a high performer and hear highlights of the 2018 ...
Oct 28, 2018•40 min•Ep. 126
Strategies to Keep Pace with the Breakneck Speed of Innovation: If you are striving to be best in class today, your business is already two years behind. With the advent of artificial intelligence and 5G, keeping up with the pace of innovation will be an increasingly onerous task. If you aren’t bringing your products, talent, and business model up to speed, you’ll be left in the dust. Helping us survive the digital revolution is executive management expert and entrepreneur, Kevin Brandy. We go d...
Oct 21, 2018•40 min•Ep. 125
What does it take to be a globally recognized business leader? For Tom Murry, Former CEO of Calvin Klein and Author of "A Great Fit: Finding the Work that Suits You Best" (coming soon in 2019), the road to greatness was filled with surprising turns. From working as a roustabout on an oil rig in the Louisiana Gulf Coast, to becoming the CEO of a predominant fashion brand, Tom shares his hard-earned lessons on discipline, grit, and teamwork. Next, who do you picture when you think about a business...
Oct 20, 2018•40 min•Ep. 124
Welcome to Relationship Management 101: Working with your spouse can be extremely rewarding (and complicated). In this episode, we dive deep with three people who’ve mastered the balance of professional ambition and personal relationships. Kicking off the show is Entrepreneur Magazine Editor-in-Chief, Jason Feifer, and author and journalist, Jennifer Miller. This husband and wife duo recently co-authored the comedic romp, “Mr. Nice Guy”, and learned about their marriage in the process. Jason and...
Oct 14, 2018•40 min•Ep. 123
Scott Duffy’s Breakthrough Mastermind Event in NYC: Did you know that approximately 15-million Americans suffer from food allergies? SAFE + FAIR Food Company addresses the unique needs of this growing audience by creating products featuring recognizable ingredients, stringent allergen protocols, and affordable pricing. CEO Will Holsworth breaks down how a direct-to-consumer business model keeps SAFE + FAIR competitive in the clean-label food space. Next, Alan journeys to the heart of New York Ci...
Oct 13, 2018•40 min•Ep. 122
Become a Professional Fun-haver and Develop Your SEO Strategy: Do you want to recruit and retain top talent at your business? Ditch the cubicles, buy better coffee, and prepare to have a good time because creating a lively corporate culture can help attract your dream team. Aaron Hageman, Owner and CEO of Delivery Drivers, Inc., says having fun at work is the secret sauce to success. This Commander-in-Fun offers his top tips to improve your work environment. Then, if you don’t know the basics of...
Oct 07, 2018•40 min•Ep. 121
Share Your Personal Narrative to Connect with Customers: Communication and contribution strategist at The Maven Agency and Joscelyn Duffy International, Inc., Joscelyn Duffy, went from a leading financial consultant and marathoner, to bedridden and on the brink of death. Laughing in the face of overwhelming odds, Joscelyn was determined to discover opportunity amid adversity and find her authentic voice. Today, she teaches business leaders how to make powerful connections with customers by incor...
Oct 06, 2018•40 min•Ep. 120
