Networking - it's something we all have to do but most of the time don't want to do. Networking can often feel awkward, cold, and transactional. This is especially true with the advancement of social media platforms like Linkedin. But building relationships with others doesn't and shouldn't have to be this way. As social creatures, we crave genuine connection that leads to authentic relationships. But to build real and meaningful contacts, we need to go back to basics by tapping into our humanit...
Apr 28, 2021•44 min•Ep. 164
SEO for decades has been thought of as an increasingly complex element of marketing to grow your company. But in this groundbreaking book, by Eli Schwartz, we uncover the human and artistic side of growth. Eli's hypothesis is that good SEO is not derived by throwing money and content at a search engine algorithm, but it's created by taking the right intention and building a great product. Product-led SEO is driven by listening to the needs of the customers you serve and delivering solutions that...
Apr 26, 2021•51 min•Ep. 163
When was the last time you wrote a thank you letter? For most of us, the last time was as a child to thank friends or family members for gifts or other generous acts. But the long forgotten act of writing thank you notes is more powerful than a simple thank you. Letters of gratitude can spark upward spirals of positivity and connection, among other things. Gina Hamadey especially knows just how valuable writing thank you letters can be. Gina is the author of the forthcoming book, I Want to Thank...
Apr 07, 2021•49 min•Ep. 162
Have you ever heard the saying, "Communication is key"? What kind of communication are they talking about here? Communication is an essential skill that all humans need to be successful. But not all communication is created equal. Throughout the world, there are over 6,500 spoken languages. So, verbal communication may not get us very far, but visual communication, on the other hand, may be the key. Visual communication stems from visual thinking, which is when we use images to organize thoughts...
Mar 31, 2021•43 min•Ep. 161
Not only in competition, but in life we're not going to win all the time. In this game of life, we can either be winning or be learning. In sports and business alike, losing is never about losing. It's about picking yourself back up and getting yourself back in the game. If you win, you're going to celebrate that win and then move on. But if you lose, you're learning from it. Rob DeSalvo knows the value of a win or a learning lesson on and off the field. Rob DeSalvo is the Chief Revenue Officer ...
Mar 23, 2021•37 min•Ep. 160
Life is not supposed to be easy. Life is filled with suffering, and the more you can embrace it and use it to fuel your growth, then the better, more fulfilling, meaningful life you will have. As humans, we were made to solve problems because we were made to be constantly growing. If we don't have a problem to solve, we try and create one. It is always through mistakes and the tough times that we have to dip deep and grow. So don't look to eradicate your problems; embrace them. Kerry Siggins esp...
Mar 17, 2021•42 min•Ep. 159
Self-awareness is key to growth. If we don’t practice it, we are not able to help others around us as much as we could. Robert Glazer is the founder and CEO of Acceleration Partners and has become a recognized global leader in the affiliate and partner marketing industry, receiving numerous industry and company culture awards. Roughly 7 years ago at a leadership event, Robert, eventually came to a realization that one of his core values is “figure out a better way to do things and to share it.” ...
Mar 12, 2021•39 min•Ep. 158
Entrepreneur's are surrounded by shiny objects. New and exciting opportunities are around every corner. But not every shiny object puts us on the path to our ultimate goal. Understanding your goals and if a new opportunity aligns with them in a timely manner is how you avoid distractions and setbacks. Bree Jacoby knows just how crucial it is to figure out if an opportunity will ultimately increase growth and efficiency. Bree is the Founder and CEO of the hottest growing Personal Shopping service...
Mar 04, 2021•34 min•Ep. 157
How often do you try to fail? If the answer is not often, you're too comfortable in the things you're directing your energy towards. If you're not failing, you're not trying hard enough, you're not trying anything new or risky. If you're not failing, you're not truly learning. Elisabeth Cardiello knows just how powerful failure can be. If you've seen the Netflix documentary, "Coffee For All," you may already know Elisabeth Cardiello. This Brooklyn-native had her first business cards at six and f...
Feb 26, 2021•56 min•Ep. 156
We live in a society that values independence and self-sufficiency. We're told that we need to run the race ourselves, that we need be the sole person climbing the ladder to success. But the reality is that we don't need independence we need interdependence. To become the best versions of ourselves on our journey through life, we need to surround ourselves with individuals that are going to support us. Molly Hildebrandt knows just how important others are when we're becoming the best versions of...
Feb 11, 2021•44 min•Ep. 155
Empathy, curiosity, emotional intelligence, and asking good questions are just a few of the skills that allow us to step into the feelings and perspectives of others who walk, talk, or act differently from us. By understanding where people are coming from, we can improve not only our life but the lives of those around us. Tony Lo Bianco's commitment to curiosity is his secret for getting ahead in life. Tony is a Brooklyn-born New Yorker who has appeared in over 100 films, television programs, an...
Feb 10, 2021•50 min•Ep. 154
As a species, we have achieved unimaginable feats over the past millennia. These great achievements have been reached largely due to our never-ending curiosity. Our drive to know, discover, understand, and explore has lead to wondrous creations. But the roots of our limitless curiosity arise from question asking. Cal Fussman's entire life has been guided by the power of asking good questions. Born in Brooklyn, Cal spent ten straight years traveling the world, swimming over 18-foot tiger sharks, ...
Feb 09, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 153
Some of our core values here at 7:47 are honesty, empathy, and of course, gratitude. In this episode, Chris is hitting on all of these core values by opening up about some recent losses in the stock market. Listen to learn about the eight things Chris discovered by losing money in the stock market. Also, listen to find out how he transformed his misfortunes into gratitude. Links: - 7:47 - https://www.747club.org - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/schembra/...
Feb 03, 2021•15 min•Ep. 152
It's the little things in life that ultimately lead to the big results. The same notion is true for sports and business alike. In baseball, the small balls, the singles, the bunts, these little things, they add up to home runs. Joel Goldberg knows firsthand how strategic, little things lead to big results. Joel has been the pre-game and post-game host and in-game reporter for the Kansas City Royals since 2008, including the wonderful 2015 MLB championship. He is also the host of the podcast, Rou...
Jan 27, 2021•45 min•Ep. 151
Never before in human history have we had access to so much information. With the advancement of technology, we are now constantly surrounded by media, news, and advertisements. If you're looking to create success in business or personally, being able to stand out among all the noise is a challenge in this modern age. Michael Schein has the solution to attract attention, it's hype. Michael is a writer, speaker, business owner, and hype artist. He is the author of The Hype Handbook: 12 Indispensa...
Jan 27, 2021•40 min•Ep. 150
At some point throughout our lives, we all aspire to be a leader. Whether it's being a line-leader at school, a leader of a sports team, or a business leader, leadership is something we all crave. However, being a leader is only one part of the picture. If you truly want to have an impact on this world, you need to learn how to be a great coach. Lynn Guerin knows very well that all great coaches are good leaders, but not all good leaders are great coaches. Lynn serves as the CEO of the John R. W...
Jan 20, 2021•47 min•Ep. 149
Each and every one of us has the ability to make the world a better place. And one of the most fulfilling ways to do that is by helping others. Katie Hunt-Morr is no stranger to the impact that helping others can have on the world. Katie is the co-founder and director of Jiamini, a nonprofit that empowers brilliant students in need to build a bright future for themselves, lead their communities, and break the cycle of poverty. She is also the Head of Virgin Unite Constellation, growing a thrivin...
Jan 19, 2021•40 min•Ep. 148
People will go through more pain than necessary because they're trying to shoulder everything themselves. They're not willing to share it with others and they're not willing to reach for that help. Take a moment right now and ask yourself how much pain do you want to endure before you actually let people see you - the real you? Steve Napolitan endured immense amounts of pain by traveling down the hardest road to success. It wasn't until he was 31 years old with a metaphorically broken car on a d...
Jan 15, 2021•45 min•Ep. 147
Struggling and suffering are two common experiences that all humans face throughout their life's. But how we decide to overcome those difficulties determines who we will ultimately become. Gary Player is certainly no stranger to life's challenges. But he preserved with faith and education to overcome the challenging moments in his life. Gary is the most successful international golfer of all time. He has won nine major championships on the regular tour and nine major championships on the Champio...
Jan 13, 2021•20 min•Ep. 146
Happy New Year, 7:47 Community! We're kicking this year off with a Gratitude Ramble. In December of 2020, myself, Chris Schembra, the Founder and Chief Question Asker of 7:47, and Madeline Haslam, 7:47's Research Coordinator, experimented with doing hour-long, unscripted LinkedIn and Facebook Live's where we just ramble about gratitude. The first two Gratitude Ramblings were viewed by 2,144 of y'all so we decided to keep them going in the New Year! One of our goals here at 7:47 is to provide you...
Jan 08, 2021•48 min•Ep. 145
In life, there will always be people who doubt our visions. But whether we let that doubt creep in and affect us or not is ultimately our decision. Jeff Winters made the decision to never let doubt in. When Jeff has a vision, he pursues it 100% leaving doubt in the dust. Jeff is the Founder and CEO of Sapper Consulting. Sapper helps growing B2B companies secure high-quality sales meetings that lead to more closed deals. Their mission is to inspire innovation, celebrate growth, and clear a path t...
Dec 21, 2020•28 min•Ep. 144
We live in a culture that rewards busyness. Having no work/life balance is applauded, and being overworked is the norm. But this toxic culture surrounding work is detrimental to us and our relationships. Aliza Kline knows this all too well and has the solution, Shabbat. Shabbat creates the space to pause, rewarding relaxation, rest, rejuvenation, connection, and joy. Aliza is the President and CEO of OneTable. OneTable's mission is to make Shabbat dinner accessible to tens of thousands of people...
Dec 15, 2020•38 min•Ep. 143
Listen to this episode and learn about: - How you can cultivate gratitude in the hard times so that you come out of them better than ever! Links: - 6 Ways to Cultivate Gratitude Through Hard Times Article - https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/359404 - 7:47 - https://www.747club.org - Steven Kotler - https://www.stevenkotler.com...
Dec 09, 2020•12 min•Ep. 142
Tragedies are something we all experience throughout the course of our lives. When a tragedy occurs, we have the choice to either count our blessings or count our pitfalls. Life is a matter of perspective, so when we count our blessings and find gratitude in a tragedy that is when we find our inner peace. Susan Ganeshan is the epitome of living a life full of gratitude. Susan is the Chief Marketing Officer of Granicus. Granicus is the leading provider of citizen engagement, technologies, and ser...
Nov 24, 2020•41 min•Ep. 141
The first step to building anything is to simply start. Whether you're building a business, a house, or a gratitude practice, the only way it will grow is if you make the effort to begin each day. Casey Clark is an architect that helps entrepreneurs start living their life's passion. Casey is the co-founder and CEO of Cultivate Advisors, an advisory firm that helps take small businesses to the next level. Casey and his team have helped thousands of owners reach their growth objectives through co...
Nov 17, 2020•33 min•Ep. 140
One of the benefits of gratitude is that it shifts our focus from ourselves to those around us; it makes us humble. Humility paves the ground for servant leadership, which is all about recognizing you're not a self-made person. Brent McCarty is the definition of a true servant leader. Brent is the President of ESET North America. ESET is the pioneer of antivirus protection, with the global vision of enabling its users to enjoy the full potential of themselves and their technology in a secure dig...
Nov 11, 2020•34 min•Ep. 139
Exclusion hurts, but we all encounter it in our professional and personal lives. Everyone seeks to belong to something greater than themselves, but how do we find this belonging in our exclusion-filled, chaotic world? Erik Day is the advocate we all need to overcome exclusion. Erik is the Senior Vice President, Small Business at Dell Technologies, and the Global Executive Chair of the PRIDE Employee Resource Group at Dell Technologies. He is also the Board of Directors for Out and Equal Workplac...
Nov 10, 2020•31 min•Ep. 138
There's a well-known quote that says, "Nothing great comes without risk". Our guest today knows this all too well. Christopher Gaeta has been pursuing his interests and turning them into his life's greatest passions since the age of 12. Christopher is a venture capital associate specializing in healthcare investments for VU Venture Partners. A contributor to CNBC, U.S. News & World Report, and Yahoo Finance, Gaeta has amassed one of the largest LinkedIn networks in the country for his age. C...
Nov 06, 2020•37 min•Ep. 137
It can be hard to figure out what your dream is in life, and even harder to find the right path to take to achieve that dream. Chris McIntyre is the American Dream Maker. Chris's destiny is to help people experience their life's wildest dreams. Chris is the Co-Founder and Chief Experience Officer of EagleRider. EagleRider is the world's largest motorcycle rental, tour, and membership company, carrying the largest selection of new Harley-Davidson, Yamaha, BMW, Honda, Indian, and more for rent and...
Nov 05, 2020•48 min•Ep. 136
The ebb and flow of life is something we all are subjected to. Like the tides of the ocean or the phases of the moon, things in life naturally come and go. Lynne Capozzi is no stranger to life's ebb and flow. Lynne is the Chief Marketing Officer at Acquia and one of their boomerang stories, first serving as Acquia CMO in 2009. Lynne left Acquia in 2011 to pursue her nonprofit work full-time. She returned to Acquia in late 2016 to lead the marketing organization into its next stage of growth. Apa...
Oct 29, 2020•32 min•Ep. 135
