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On this episode we sat down with Michael Vertolli, President and Chief Executive Officer of ComTec Systems. Mike joined ComTec in 1989 as a member of the technical engineering team. Five years later in 1994, he purchased a controlling interest in the company and assumed overall control of operations. Mike helped the company develop from a two-person consulting firm into one of Inc. Magazine's fastest growing privately-owned technology firms in the United States. Check out ComTec here: comtecsystems.net On this episode you will hear about: How process creates progress Best practices for processes How to build great teams Letting the metrics make the (unemotional) decisions Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes, and Michael Vertolli joined us remotely via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host/Director - Tony Lopes Guest - Michael Vertolli Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode we sat down with Michael Vertolli, President and Chief Executive Officer of ComTec Systems. Mike joined ComTec in 1989 as a member of the technical engineering team. Five years later in 1994, he purchased a controlling interest in the company and assumed overall control of operations. Mike helped the company develop from […]
On this episode, you will hear from Amanda Rabideau, the CEO of Arch Collective. Amanda built her career growing businesses using effective marketing, strategy, and sales practices. Over the past fifteen years, she has worked with large enterprises like Dell, Microsoft, CoreLogic, and tech start-ups including Cloudstaff, New Relic, and OraMetrix (acquired by Dentsply Sirona March 2018). Throughout her career, Amanda served as a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs as they launched and expanded their businesses. This passion for helping entrepreneurs led Amanda to start Arch Collective. She now devotes her career to empowering entrepreneurs and business leaders to grow their companies through effective marketing and commercialization. Check out Arch Collective here: www.arch-collective.com On this episode you will hear about: How Amanda uses her experiences at large organizations to help Series A startups grow. Why Amanda eventually took the leap into starting Arch Collective. What you can learn from large companies to improve your marketing strategies. The differences between large corporations and a startup (mainly when it comes to setting up processes). Advantages that a startup has over a large entity. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes, and Amanda Rabideau joined us remotely via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host/Director - Tony Lopes Guest - Amanda Rabideau Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, you will hear from Amanda Rabideau, the CEO of Arch Collective. Amanda built her career growing businesses using effective marketing, strategy, and sales practices. Over the past fifteen years, she has worked with large enterprises like Dell, Microsoft, CoreLogic, and tech start-ups including Cloudstaff, New Relic, and OraMetrix (acquired by Dentsply Sirona […]
On this episode, you will hear from Robert L. Mickles, the Co-Founder/Director/Editor of 360 Digital Studios. Rob is a filmmaker based out of Croydon, Pennsylvania, who has been doing full service production studio work, with a knack for collaboration, since before attending college. Video production takes Rob all over the world. He typically serves the following areas: Philadelphia, NYC/NJ, DMV area (DE/MD/VA/D.C), Texas, California, Las Vegas and Florida. His new film, "Off-Time," is a passion project that has taken almost a decade to complete. He and his business partner, Brian, have self-funded most of the project, all while keeping up with client work. Check out 360 Digital Studios: www.360digitalstudios.com Follow 360 Digital on Instagram: www.instagram.com/360digitalstudios On this episode you will hear about: How Rob and Brian built 360 Digital and worked their way up to a flourishing production company. Why they invested in RED cameras, taking a risk on (very) expensive tools. How Rob worked on his new film, "Off-Time," on the side and how they managed to self-fund the majority of the project. Rob's advice on how to keep your team motivated and working toward a long term goal. How Rob keeps a fresh eye when editing his own work. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes, with support from Director of Photography, Michael Leary (www.onefifteenfilms.com). The episode was recorded live, although we were socially distanced, and 360 Digital Studios (Croydon, PA). Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host/Director - Tony Lopes Guest - Robert L. Mickles Director of Photography - Michael Leary Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, you will hear from Robert L. Mickles, the Co-Founder/Director/Editor of 360 Digital Studios. Rob is a filmmaker based out of Croydon, Pennsylvania, who has been doing full service production studio work, with a knack for collaboration, since before attending college. Video production takes Rob all over the world. He typically serves the […]
On this episode, you will hear from Dr. Mike Simpson. Dr. Mike is best known for his role as an investigator on the History Channel's docu-reality series "Hunting Hitler." He has served over three decades in the military as an Airborne Ranger, a Green Beret, and a doctor of emergency medicine assigned to the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). Trained as a demolitions expert, SWAT sniper, high altitude low opening (HALO) parachutist, civilian paramedic, Special Forces medic, operations and intelligence sergeant, and board-certified emergency medicine physician, Dr. Mike now uses his extensive knowledge of training and medicine to help men over forty achieve peak physical condition. Check out Dr. Mike Simpsons book out here: Honed Visit greybeardperformance.com to hear more about how you can reinvent yourself with the warrior mindset. Check out Mike's podcast The Mind of the Warrior Podcast: Mind of the Warrior. On this episode you will hear about: How to reinvent yourself even after age 40. Success is what happens when you run out of excuses. How Dr. Mike took the best aspects of being a Special Forces Operator and applied that same mindset to medicine, and to being an entrepreneur. How to stop living your "Plan B" and live the life you really want. Why you should not let society tell you what is "Normal." How to achieve wellness through the "Warrior-Athlete" lifestyle. Why you set your own limits, nobody else does. Do what you love and everything else will sort itself out. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Dr. Mike Simpson joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guests - Dr. Mike Simpson (drmikesimpson.com) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, you will hear from Dr. Mike Simpson. Dr. Mike is best known for his role as an investigator on the History Channel's docu-reality series “Hunting Hitler.” He has served over three decades in the military as an Airborne Ranger, a Green Beret, and a doctor of emergency medicine assigned to the Joint […]
Nardeep Khurmi is an acclaimed writer, director, and actor hailing from the suburbs of Philly by way of Switzerland and England. You can usually catch him on some mountain likely out of breath. Or pigging out on some delicious street food. He studied at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, FAMU International in Prague, Czech Republic, Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB), and recently completed a 5 year training with teacher Stephen Book. His work spotlights underrepresented communities, and he splits his time working on thought-provoking, moving, socially relevant narratives and absurdist comedy pieces. He is currently developing a feature film about a trans-American road trip exploring a surrogate father-daughter relationship against the backdrop of America's current border and immigration crisis. Nardeep is also an accomplished actor. His recent credits include 911, SWAT, The Odd Couple, and recurring roles on Jane the Virgin and The Bold and the Beautiful. He is currently recurring on Legendary Entertainment and the Nerdist's show Orbital Redux, a revolutionary Sci-Fi show filmed and aired live, and is a heavy recurring on the Disney animated show Mira, Royal Detective, where he voices more than 10 characters. Check out Nardeep's IMBD and his new film (currently in preproduction) Land of Gold! Help crowdfund Land of Gold here: http://www.landofgoldfilm.com/ and https://seedandspark.com/fund/landofgold#wishlist. On this episode you will hear about: Nardeep talks about his film, Land of Gold (how the idea came to him, and why he chose this subject). How going on instinct sometimes helps you to be faster and more efficient. Why journaling is a critical tool for the creative process. The reasons you should create a project "bible" when you are creating anything (products, services, marketing campaigns, films, etc.). Why pen and paper is still the best medium, and why you should just keep scribbling your ideas down until you feel "ready." How to get feedback from your trusted advisors. Nardeep will give you the secret sauce for boosting your own creative energy and using your imagination.b Why you should never delete anything (when you're being creative). How improv can help you to be more creative and stay in the present moment. Why ultimately you need to just put your shit out there (perfection is the enemy of done). Nardeep and I get pretty deep, giving you some philosophy and motivation to get your projects going. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Nardeep Khurmi joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guests - Nardeep Khurmi (www.nardeepkhurmi.com) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
Nardeep Khurmi is an acclaimed writer, director, and actor hailing from the suburbs of Philly by way of Switzerland and England. You can usually catch him on some mountain likely out of breath. Or pigging out on some delicious street food. He studied at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, FAMU International in Prague, Czech […]
Joris Bryon is the founder and CEO of Dexter Agency, a remote team of e-commerce conversion optimization and email marketing specialists. The agency serves high-revenue e-commerce stores that are ready for continuous growth. With over 1500 A/B tests under his belt, Joris wrote the book “Kill Your Conversion Killers” to help all the online stores he hasn't worked with (yet). Check out Joris' free e-book (that we mention during the episode) to learn more! On this episode you will hear about: Common misconceptions about conversion optimization. Why you need to A/B test your website. The reasons that best practices are no longer enough. Why you should not just do what your competitors are doing. What you should be testing. Why growing your audience may not be the solution for you. The top 3 things Joris recommends testing. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Joris Bryon joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guests - Joris Bryon (dexter.agency) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
Joris Bryon is the founder and CEO of Dexter Agency, a remote team of e-commerce conversion optimization and email marketing specialists. The agency serves high-revenue e-commerce stores that are ready for continuous growth. With over 1500 A/B tests under his belt, Joris wrote the book “Kill Your Conversion Killers” to help all the online stores […]
Raúl Galera is the Chief Advocate at ReferralCandy, an app that allows e-commerce brands to set up and run customer referral programs. ReferralCandy is the leading platform in terms of referral marketing for e- commerce brands. Founded over 10 years ago, ReferralCandy has helped over 30,000 brands leverage the power of word-of-mouth and turn their customer base into their marketing team. Referral marketing is a blend of organic content, community marketing and influencer marketing. Word-of-mouth is a powerful channel for both successful global names as well as new, niche brands. Referral marketing blends perfectly with brands that have a clear customer-centric approach, making it affordable for companies of any size to attract new customers while retaining existing ones. Raúl has been leading ReferralCandy's partnership efforts for the past five years, working alongside marketing agencies, media and tech companies. Check out referralcandy.com to learn more! On this episode you will hear about: How referral marketing has evolved over the past decade. What the future of referral marketing will look like. The difference between word of mouth and referral marketing. How an affiliate and a referral program/marketing differ. For upcoming brands we look at: When is the right time to start a referral program? How referral marketing will fit within your marketing strategy. 3 key strategies to introduce a successful referral program to customers. How the COVID-19 Pandemic has affected the way brands are approaching referral marketing. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Raúl Galera joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guests - Raúl Galera (referralcandy.com) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
Raúl Galera is the Chief Advocate at ReferralCandy, an app that allows e-commerce brands to set up and run customer referral programs. ReferralCandy is the leading platform in terms of referral marketing for e- commerce brands. Founded over 10 years ago, ReferralCandy has helped over 30,000 brands leverage the power of word-of-mouth and turn their […]
On this episode, we sat down with Mark Rockwell. Mark spends his time helping frustrated business owners build healthy thriving companies and find their love of being an entrepreneur again. Mark works with business owners who are frustrated by their inability to scale up and become more profitable. He helps them create their vision, and implement an operating platform that builds a healthy, thriving company. Mark is both an attorney and entrepreneur. He has started and grown several companies during his career, and he has struggled with the same frustrations and setbacks all business owners experience. Check out coachrockwell.com/ to contact Mark. On this episode you will hear about: How to create an “operating system” for your business. Why “operating systems” help organizations increase their profitability and scalability. Why vision and values are so important for an organization's success. What you can do to notice immediate efficiency improvements and operate more smoothly. The secrets of effective time management. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Mark Rockwell joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guests - Mark Rockwell (coachrockwell.com) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we sat down with Mark Rockwell. Mark spends his time helping frustrated business owners build healthy thriving companies and find their love of being an entrepreneur again. Mark works with business owners who are frustrated by their inability to scale up and become more profitable. He helps them create their vision, and implement an […]
On this episode, we sat down with Joey Mure and Russ Morgan, of Wealth Without Wall Street. Russ and Joey are serial entrepreneurs and currently operate 19 short term rentals along with several other investment strategies. They love to talk about the challenges and motivations they experience as business owners and helping others pursue financial freedom. The wall street mindset separates families, entrepreneurs, and business owners from their money while others use it for their advantage. The secret to freedom is having your money work for you, not someone else, when wealth building. Both Russ and Joey work tirelessly to be the hub for financial insight and education for individuals, business owners and investors nationwide. We believe that taking control over your finances will lead to greater prosperity and a more stress free way of life. We invite you to join our community as you take control of your path to financial freedom. Joining the community will allow you to make better decisions regarding your financial future through coaching, access to legal and tax experts, and networking with like minded individuals who are exploring multiple ways to create passive income. Russ' creativity, fresh ideas, and knack for problem solving are indispensable assets to his role at Wealth Without Wall Street. Russ would describe himself as competitive, creative, and passionate; his colleagues would likely add that he is helpful and abundant. Joey's strengths in building relationships, asking great questions, and influencing and empowering people with the Wealth Without Wall Street message make him invaluable to the company's mission. He is relational, impactful, and a true leader. His colleagues would add that he's thoughtful, funny, and a family man. Check out https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/passport for a free gift from Russ and Joey. On this episode you will hear about: How to create certainty in your future and create a life worth living. Three simple steps to Financial Freedom. How to stop sending money away and use it to work for you. Why chasing zero debt will never get you anywhere. How you might be able to earn a return in two places at the same time with the same money. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Joey Mure and Russ Morgan joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guests - Joey Mure and Russ Morgan (www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we sat down with Joey Mure and Russ Morgan, of Wealth Without Wall Street. Russ and Joey are serial entrepreneurs and currently operate 19 short term rentals along with several other investment strategies. They love to talk about the challenges and motivations they experience as business owners and helping others pursue financial […]
On this episode, we sat down with Rachel Marshall and Bruce Wehner, of the Money Advantage. The Money Advantage is a team of financial freedom architects for wealth creators. Using their 3-step roadmap, you maximize your money by keeping more of what you make, protecting it, and turning it into cash-flowing assets. Their family office model brings you the concierge service usually reserved for the ultra-wealthy – a team of licensed professionals to coordinate every part of your financial life. This includes strategies for cash flow, long- term tax reduction, estate and business legal planning, creative whole life insurance strategies (Privatized Banking), and alternative investments. Rachel Marshall is the Co-Founder, Chief Financial Educator, and Content Strategist of The Money Advantage. She is known for making money simple, fun, and doable. She's currently writing a book about her near-death experience and how it became the springboard for her family's multi-generational legacy of more than money. Bruce Wehner is the Lead Advisor of The Money Advantage, where he designs and communicates the individualized solutions that help their clients increase cash flow and financial control. Bruce leans on his experience as an educator and varsity head coach, lifelong entrepreneur, and real estate investor. He is a Nelson Nash Institute Authorized Infinite Banking Practitioner who has been practicing Infinite Banking since his parents started his first policy when he was a young child. Bruce and Rachel are the co-hosts of The Money Advantage podcast, the popular business and personal finance show. Visit The Money Advantage here: themoneyadvantage.com On this episode you will hear about: 3 infinite banking secrets for investors and entrepreneurs. How to earn a return on the same money in 2 places at the same time. 3 keys to maximize profitability without hustling or cutting back. 3 things investors need to know before using infinite banking. How you might be able to earn a return in two places at the same time with the same money. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Rachel Marshall and Bruce Wehner joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guests - Rachel Marshall and Bruce Wehner Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we sat down with Rachel Marshall and Bruce Wehner, of the Money Advantage. The Money Advantage is a team of financial freedom architects for wealth creators. Using their 3-step roadmap, you maximize your money by keeping more of what you make, protecting it, and turning it into cash-flowing assets. Their family office […]
On this episode, we sat down with Christopher Hamze. Christopher has been searching for print on demand his entire life, he just didn't know it. His early entrepreneurial efforts started with a candy shop at the age of 8 to then helping grow the family pizza business through his teens. Even after pursuing an MBA and law degree, Chris always knew something was missing. He knew he had the entrepreneurial spirit but he just didn't know what to do with it. That's when he discovered print on demand. After 8 years and over 4 million items fulfilled, he still spends every day doing what he loves - helping people start and grow businesses with print on demand. From running the equipment and designing workflow solutions, Christopher does it all. Teelaunch is the first thing he thinks about every morning when he wakes up and it's the last thing he thinks about before going to sleep. If you need help running your print on demand based business, get in touch with Christopher today! Visit teelaunch here: https://teelaunch.com/ On this episode you will hear about: An explanation about "print on demand." We demystify how hard it is to start an e-commerce (print on demand) business. We talk about how print on demand is more than simple stuff, like T-shirts. How you can also create items like crystals, rugs, cutting boards, headphones, etc. Why you no longer have to be an expert at marketing to sell products online. The one piece of advice Christopher would give to someone who is unsure about getting started in e-commerce. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Christopher Hamze joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Christopher Hamze Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
Van Carlson is the Founder & CEO at SRA and has over twenty five years of experience within the risk management industry. Van began his career with Farmers Insurance Group as an agent; eventually growing his book to be among the largest in his home state of Idaho. Van focuses Strategic Risk Alternatives on risk management primarily and facilitates SRA to assess and solve for the risks our clients have. Van's primary goal is to continue the upward growth of SRA and continue to develop new products to bring to market. On this episode you will hear about: Risk Management by utilizing 831b tax code Working with business owners to better position themselves for downturn economies & recognize self-insured risk Maximizing additional revenues, utilizing products and tools similar to fortune 500 companies How IRC 831b may provide a tax benefit to you Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Van Carlson joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Van Carlson Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we spoke with Tom Stern, writer of Fear Less, Sell More: Find Your Courage and Make Millions. Tom was the black sheep in a family of lions. Tom's father was one of the founders of cable television, and his great grandfather, a prominent philanthropist, was the CEO and chairman of Sears, Roebuck and Co. at the turn of the twentieth century. As an ADHD child with dyslexia, Tom was unable to live up to those lofty expectations, and as a result, suffered from extreme anxiety. Over time, by developing his creativity, as a jazz musician, stand-up comedian, writer/producer for HBO, and comic strip creator, he found his greatest success in sales. First as a talent agent for celebrity comedians and then as president of his own executive search firm. Leveraging what he calls "sales expression" he has sustained excellence in the business world for over a quarter century. Tom's passion is influence, using logic and emotion to engender courage in others. It is Tom's goal to help others achieve success in sales and realize their dreams by overcoming their fears. His new book is now available through Tom's site: tomsterncentral.com/. On this episode you will hear about: What vocal expression is How to maximize the utilization of your imagination Courage and where it comes from How to use intention, along with your voice, to bolster your courage What sales expression is How Tom's success and failures informed his life and my book Making a connection with other people, utilizing sales expressiveness Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Tom Stern joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Tom Stern Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by CollegeCast LLC (www.collegecastpodcasts.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we spoke with Jamie Nash, writer of Save the Cat! Writes for TV: The Last Book on Creating Binge-Worthy Content You'll Ever Need. Jamie Nash has been a working screenwriter for more than a decade. He's written feature films for Lionsgate, Haxan Films and Nickelodeon, among others. He is primarily a genre writer for Horror and Family (a weird combo, right?), he somehow makes it work. His new book SAVE THE CAT! WRITES FOR TV is now available here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0984157697/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_TCZGP3Q9AAY1CGNW5BNG. Make sure you visit Jamies site here: jamienash.net. On this episode you will hear about: How Jamie broke into TV writing, even though he started out as a computer scientist and programmer The dirty secret about making it in screenwriting How Jamie met Blake Snyder, which eventually led to the writing of Save the Cat! Why consistently writing several scripts a year has helped him to maintain his success How Jamie's background in juggling relates to his entrepreneurial spirit How to hack storytelling Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted and produced by Tony Lopes, and edited by Michael Leary. Jamie Nash joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Jamie Nash Editor - Michael Leary (onefifteenfilms.com) The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we spoke with Jeff Epstein, of onboard.io. Jeff was previously the founder of Ambassador, the world's #1 referral tracking, attribution and management platform for businesses, for over 9 years. INC 5000 recognized Ambassador as one of the fastest-growing companies in the USA, and they were acquired in 2018. Jeff is a lifelong entrepreneur at heart and a 2011 NYC TechStar graduate. He's been through the ups and downs of running, scaling, and selling a business. He's excited to share great value with your audience and his mission with his more recent venture of which he is CEO: Onboard - a SaaS made specifically for customer implementation to create, optimize and automate the perfect journey for every customer, enabling companies to manage the perfect onboarding process. On this episode you will hear about: Starting, growing, scaling + selling a business Serial entrepreneurship Raising Capital Customer Success / Onboarding The Rise of the Customer Driven Organization What makes a great Customer Success team and how to build one How to build and perfect your onboarding process How, when and why to sell your SaaS business How Jeff went from online poker to running a 2x INC 5000 SaaS company Back to back: lessons learned going into his second startup Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Jeff Epstein joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Jeff Epstein (onboard.io/) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we spoke with Jared Curry (@officialjaredcurry). Jared Curry is a 19 year old, 7 figure business owner. After scaling his business, Scope Marketing, to 7 figures, he moved on to the next project: 6 Figure Agency Elite Coaching Program. He partnered with Billy Willson whose student he used to be. Together they are offering a new coaching program for agency owners teaching them how to scale their business. Jared has been featured in Authority Magazine, Blavity, International Youth Journal, Thrive Global, The Good Man Project, FOX, NBC, and interviewed for many podcasts including Action & Ambition on Entrepreneur.com. To learn more and join the new program that Jared offers with Billy please check: https://go.billywillson.com/elite. On this episode you will hear about: How to open a digital agency, and scale it Why you are focusing on the wrong things in your business, and what you need to focus on to scale your business How you might be able to increase the percentages of closing business Why trust is directly related your closing percentage Why practicing what you preach is critical to your business' ability to scale and build trust How the pain of change effects your ability to reach your goals How and why you need to invest in your self-education and get ready for a digital future Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Jared Curry joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Jared Curry (go.billywillson.com/elite) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we spoke with Tim Keen. Tim is a LA-based marketer (originally from Melbourne, Australia, with a stint in Montreal) whose previous day job was with a touring rock band. He learned the ropes of performance marketing (the main focus of this episode) by dropshipping sex toys and bootleg Harry Potter merch. He then leveraged that experience to get his first-ever full-time job at the age of 28, which consisted of running Google Ads at MuteSix. After scaling 3 clients to 10x revenue, in 6 months, he got back into the music industry with a stint at Roland, working on digital transformation, with their Global Marketing Team. Then he accidentally co-founded a digital marketing agency, called Loop Club, and the rest is history. Loop Club has grown 10x in the year and is poised to replicate that success in 2021. 60% of Loop Club's clients have received additional funding or been acquired in the last year, and 90% have increased their revenue by at least 100%. Loop works with high-growth eCommerce brands whose values they can get behind, and are deeply committed to diversity & inclusion within Loop Club's own organization. Loop Club also dabbles in progressive politics: having ran paid media for the Nithya Raman For City Council campaign in Los Angeles, which got more votes than any city council campaign in Los Angeles history. On this episode you will hear about: How Tim went from selling a band to selling sex toys online to a full time marketing firm Why the experience, being a part of an indie band, was great What "performance marketing" is and what it isn't How you can use performance marketing in your business to scale Why performance marketing is essential to scaling a brand How performance marketing helps you to find what is actually driving real results (and how you can optimize that to scale) Why moving to the United States motivated Tim to become an entrepreneur The practical best practices that you should apply to your business (so that you can build up faster) Why measuring and optimizing your marketing plan is often a better focus for you than spending your money on marketing Why asking your clients for testimonials is of critical importance to building your business and marketing plan The reasons that you must niche your services, being tiny and specific, so that you can be the best at that offering What it was like, starting a marketing agency, during the COVID-19 Pandemic Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Tim Keen joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Tim Keen (loop.club) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we sat down with Rocky Lalvani. Rocky serves as Chief Profitability Advisor for business owners. He teaches them how to ensure they get paid and they make profit a priority! As a certified Profit First Professional he implements Mike Michalowicz's Profit First System. We change the accounting formula of Sales - Expenses = Profit to Sales - Profit = Expenses. This ensures Profit comes first! (PS. It's not about money at all costs, people come before money!) On this episode you will hear about: How to make profit your priority Why you should work backwards, from the sales and profit you want to fund your lifestyle, to make profit a priority How to figure out how to make your business fulfill your life Why you should choose the best clients for your business, and not necessarily take on every client that comes your way How to get to the next level How to think outside the box to find the solutions to scaling your business Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Rocky Lalvani joined us remotely, via Google Meet. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Rocky Lalvani (https://profitcomesfirst.com/) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we sat down with Michele Molitor, the founder and CEO of Nectar Consulting Inc., and co-author of “Breakthrough Healing.” She works with executives and entrepreneurs bringing more than 25 years of experience, intuitive insights and strategic business savvy to their success. She is an expert at enhancing the capacity of leaders, to build high performing teams and exponentially increase bottom-line results. Michele’s unique Rapid Rewiring approach is a culmination of years of study in the realms of emotional intelligence, neuroscience, organizational psychology and Rapid Transformational Therapy. She helps catalyze shifts in thinking and eliminate mental and emotional blocks to rapidly rewire your brain for greater confidence and success. A nationally recognized speaker, certified executive coach, Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) practitioner, consultant, trainer, and writer, Michele’s passion for helping others amplify their natural talents and expand their leadership is conveyed through all aspects of her work and writing. Visit her websites here to find out more: https://www.nectarconsulting.com | https://michelemolitor.com Blog: https://www.nectarconsulting.com/brain-candy/blog/ Michele's Book “Breakthrough Healing” on Amazon | http://bit.ly/Breakthrough-Healing On this episode you will hear about: Why imposter syndrome can hinder you Who "AMY" is and how to control her How women have been more adversely impacted by imposter syndrome then men How Michele's Rapid Rewiring(TM) approach helps business professionals subconsciously remove the fear, self-doubt & blocks created by imposter syndrome to elevate their confidence and achieve greater success, well-being, & career satisfaction How To Master Your Mindset How to Rewire Your Brain To Boost Your Confidence Overcoming Fear & Anxiety In Uncertain Times Here are some gifts Michele left for you: YOUR FREE TOOLKIT | Conquering Fear & Anxiety Toolkit: https://bit.ly/ConquerFearandAnxiety YOUR FREE EBOOK | Tapping Into Your Power & Presence 2020: http://bit.ly/TYPP2020 Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Michele Molitor joined us remotely, via Zoom. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Michele Molitor Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com
On this episode, we sat down with Claire Bahn, a personal brand strategist and the CEO and Founder of Claire Bahn Group. She helps high-achieving entrepreneurs, investors, founders, and executives create magnetic personal brands to increase their visibility, deal flow, and opportunities. She found her way into personal branding after her career as an actress did not work out. Even though acting didn't pan out, she did find that she had a knack for personal branding. Claire was getting requests to help actors, friends and clients with their personal brand (including for online dating profiles). That eventually led to an organic opportunity to begin branding corporate executives and angel investors. Your personal brand isn't just your logo. It’s an amalgamation of EVERYTHING: your social accounts, what’s on Google about you…all of this IS your brand. Visit her website here to find out more: clairebahn.com On this episode you will hear: Why personal branding is so important How personal branding effects your outcomes and life in general How entrepreneurs can boost revenue by showcasing their subject expertise and leveraging their authority Why ignoring your personal brand can negatively affect your business Claire's best practices for developing your personal brand Why you have to give (to your audience) before you can get anything back Why you should use the 80-20 rule Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Claire Bahn joined us remotely, via Zoom. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Claire Bahn Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 SoftStix Productions LLC, all rights reserved. www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on:
On this episode, we sat down (virtually) with Paul Attaway, a lawyer turned entrepreneur turned author. Paul recently retired from a thirty-year career as an entrepreneur. He has never liked that word: it sounds pretentious. He thinks it may be Latin for "no one will hire me." Nevertheless, he's here and excited for what comes next. As to what comes next... he is committed to a second career as a writer. He recently finished his first novel and loved creating it. He loved the process, staring at a blank sheet, the research, the character development, the joy of writing himself out of a corner. Loved it. Paul is here to share his advice with you, to help you on your entrepreneurial path. On this episode you will hear: How Paul found entrepreneurship after realizing he did not enjoy lawyering The methods that Paul used to find opportunity and become a successful entrepreneur Why the advice that Paul's dad gave him helped to shape his perspective as an entrepreneur Paul also discusses the challenges of running a startup The best practices for working cooperatively with a business partner We also discussed the value of listening Last, but not least we discuss realistic strategic planning and how to know your limitations Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Paul Attaway joined us remotely, via Zoom. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Paul Attaway (www.paulattaway.com) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 - SoftStix Productions LLC www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
On this episode, we sat down (virtually) with Todd Cochrane, CEO and Founder of Blubrry Podcasting (a/k/a RawVoice). He is the founder of the People’s Choice Podcast Awards and the Tech Podcast Network. Todd was inducted into the inaugural class of the Podcast Hall of Fame in 2015. Perhaps his biggest influence on podcasting is Blubrry Podcasting and its parent company RawVoice, which offers a directory of more than 1.35 Million shows, the No. 1 plugin for WordPress and much more. He is also the Founder of Geek News Central and host of the Geek News Central Podcast, as well as the co-host of the New Media Show podcast. He is a Podcast Hall of Fame Inductee and was one of the very first podcasters in 2004. He wrote the first book on podcasting (called "Podcasting: Do-It-Yourself Guide," available on Amazon), and did many of the early Podcast Advertising deals in the podcasting space (he’s credited with introducing the first advertisers into podcasting - that was GoDaddy). On this episode you will hear: How Todd went from Naval Officer to Podcasting The methods that Todd used to launch his first show Todd will also share the story of how he got one of the first advertisers in podcasting, GoDaddy.com Then we talk about best practices for developing a podcast Todd will share knowledge he's learned over the years As well as discussing how you can get a (honorary) PhD in podcasting by listening to the New Media Show (newmediashow.com) Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Todd Cochrane joined us remotely, via Zoom. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Todd Cochrane (www.blubrry.com) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 - SoftStix Productions LLC www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
On this episode, we sat down (virtually) with Patience Dean. Patience is currently managing a diverse passive income portfolio including ATM Machines, Rental Properties, Business Loan Notes and AirBNB’s. However, that is not where this story begins. Our story starts with Patience in a homeless shelter, with 30 days to get back on her feet. Finally, she was down to just 11 days left, and that is when it all turned around for her. On this episode you will hear: How Patience went from homeless to CEO, and founder of a nonprofit to help the homeless Patience will share some of her best practices for entrepreneurial success She will talk about how divine intervention, and her positive mindset combined to manifest a positive result Patience shares her most effective branding strategies She will also talk about how she started a business with nothing Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced, and edited by Tony Lopes. Patience Dean joined us remotely, via Zoom. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Patience Dean (www.patiencedean.store) Editor - Tony Lopes The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 - SoftStix Productions LLC www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Shindy Chen - Remote work culture success Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g On this episode, we sat down (virtually) with Shindy Chen. Shindy is a published author and founder & CEO of Scribe, a financial content agency. Her first book, "The Credit Cleanup Book," was published in October 2014. The sequel, "Credit Score Hacks: How to Boost Your Credit Score Fast and Keep it Great," was released in September 2017, and hit #1 on two different Amazon Bestseller lists in its first week. "The First Time" was released in February 2017 and was my first work of erotic fiction (because why not
Brian Oliveira - Happy Hour Hospitality and @cozinha_philly Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g On this episode, we sat down (virtually) with Brian Oliveira. Brian formerly owned Girard Brasserie & Bruncherie, Philly’s first fair wage restaurant (and the first restaurant in Philadelphia to pay its workers $15/hr). He currently owns Happy Hour Hospitality, a full service catering and events business, and recently launched Cozinha as a side project for Portuguese pop-ups around the city of Philadelphia. Visit Happy Hour Hospitality here: happyhourhospitality.com On this episode you will hear: How Brian started Girard, and why he eventually had to let that restaurant go. The lessons Brian learned from running Brasserie. How Brian's experiences eventually led to the beginning of Happy Hour Hospitality. Why Brian chose to work another job, while working towards launching Happy Hour Hospitality. We also discuss fair wage business models, and pay disparities in restaurant business (front of house-back of house, etc.). Lastly, we talk about the impact of COVID-19 on the restaurant/hospitality industries. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted and produced by Tony Lopes, and edited by Eric Leidelmeyer. Brian Oliveira joined us remotely, via Zoom. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Chef Brian Oliveira Editor - Eric Leidelmeyer The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 - SoftStix Productions LLC www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Jason Marziani - Your crash course in NFTs Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g On this episode, we sat down (virtually) with Jason Marziani. Jason is a game creator, software developer, fan engager, writer, and investor. As CTO of MVP Interactive, a fan experience technology company, Jason works with sports teams and brands to bring gameplay and augmented reality experiences onto concourses and mobile devices around the globe. He leads a team of creatives, developers, IT, and project managers to deliver results to MVP Interactive's clients, including Colorado Rockies, Coca-cola, JBL, Sacramento Kings, and the Tennessee Titans. Jason has built games that would win awards at IndieCade Festival and the Webbie Awards, and worked with companies like Zynga and Urban Outfitters. He also became a co-working pioneer as an early member at Philadelphia’s first co-working space, Indy Hall (www.indyhall.org), and as a launch partner of Philadelphia’s first video game-focused co-working space, the Game Forge. Here is Jason's talk with Indy Hall (indyhall.org) about NFTs (on YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKk11McmrxQ On this episode you will hear: What exactly is the blockchain. Once you know what the blockchain is, we discuss what a Non Fungible Token (NFT) is exactly. We discuss the "uniqueness" aspect of NFTs. You will also hear about how NFTs originated, and how they apply to art and collectibles. After that, you will hear about OpenSea (https://opensea.io/). Our next convo leads into CryptoPunks and CryptoKitties (and how they lead to the scarcity, and eventually lots of value). You will also hear about things like ascii art, Chainfaces, and other uses of NFTs and blockchain. Then, we discuss potential uses of NFTs to solve some real world problems. Lastly, we wrap up looking at the NFT landscape as a whole. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted and produced by Tony Lopes, and edited by Eric Leidelmeyer. Jason Marziani joined us remotely, via Zoom. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes (SoftStix Productions LLC - info@softstixproductions.com) Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Jason Marziani, CTO of MVP Interactive (mvp-interactive.com) Editor - Eric Leidelmeyer The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2018 - 2021 - SoftStix Productions LLC www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Sarah Ohanesian - Improving your productivity starts here... Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g On this episode, we sat down (virtually) with Sarah Ohanesian. It’s “O-han-e-san”. But, as Sarah will tell you, she “will respond to anything that starts with ‘O.’ No stress!” Sarah says that “Outwardly, (she) was on top of (her) career, running a multi-million dollar business, respected by (her) peers.” However, inside, her stress had gotten out of control. She lived to work, was exhausted, and felt weak. She was missing family events, and had been diagnosed with chronic insomnia. So she needed to figure out how to get back to being her normal, Sarah-self. That’s why she created a simple system to get back control of her day and life. Guess what? It worked! She started accomplishing more, leaving the office during daylight and running a sustainable race toward success. Now, she is helping busy professionals do the same, and is here with us to help you do the same! Sarah will help get you from survival mode to smart business leader ASAP. If you need to get more done, Sarah is your gal. She is A CMO turned Productivity Coach – she knows what feeling overwhelmed is like versus that feeling of accomplishment, fulfilment, and joy you might be able to find every day. Sarah’s goal is to get you from burnout to loving what you do. If this sounds like you: “leaving work late, without an ounce of energy or mental capacity left for your family;” then, Sarah should be your next call (or email if you’re not into the whole “calling people thing”). The struggle you feel between work and home life is real, and Sarah knows how to fix it. Make sure you listen to the end of this episode, where Sarah will make you a special offer! (Spoiler alert: you can find the offer here: so-productive.com/priorities) On this episode you will hear: WHY priorities are important, along with the pain points around not having your priorities in order. How you can get more of your priorities done. Methods you can use to achieve your goals. “I want to write a book”/”I want to start a podcast!" What are you doing every day to get there? Why the phrase "I just wanna" is poison to your organization. Sarah's action vs. idea lists, and how to use them effectively. Why asking good questions can help make you more productive. How you can get comfortable saying no (I know I need help with this one). Working all of this into your daily calendar. Time blocking and using the calendar to give yourself some boundaries. Why these methods will work for everyone, from solopreneurs to corporate people. You will hear about Sarah’s podcast. A special offer for you, our listeners: If you have too many things to do; "The 10 Questions to Ask When Setting Priorities" (found here: so-productive.com/priorities) Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted and produced by Tony Lopes, and edited by Eric Leidelmeyer. Sarah Ohanesian joined us remotely, via Zoom. Executive Producer - Tony Lopes Host - Tony Lopes Guest - Sarah Ohanesian (https://www.so-productive.com/) Editor - Eric Leidelmeyer The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2021 - SoftStix Productions LLC www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Charles "Rip" Tilden - Great Leaders are Made not Born Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g On this episode, we sat down (virtually) with Rip Tilden. Rip has been helping companies grow throughout his 30+ year career. He has experience in more than 10 industries in public and private companies in wireless communications, automotive, distribution, defense and aerospace, manufacturing, retail and fitness and wellness. He also has a strong reputation as a team builder with a proven ability to lead change, grow organizations and deliver strong results in intensely competitive industries. His experience includes international work in Europe and Asia. He is known for integrity, outstanding communications skills, and a consistent record of successfully executing strategic vision to grow enterprise value. Specialties: Rip's passion is helping entrepreneurs build their businesses. He is particularly good at building and leading teams. Rip understands what makes a business works and enjoys teaching and coaching leadership teams to strengthen their businesses and gain traction every day. Check out Rip's book : Leading on Purpose: Sage Advice and Practical Tools for Becoming the Complete Leader (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B00O96EBOW&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_9YNDDPH80867BY3F3PVY&tag=selfmadestrat-20) Great leaders are made, not born. Extraordinary results are within your reach. On this episode you will hear: Rip shares growth strategies, advice, and best practices, for the leaders listening to this episode. Also, why great leaders are made, not born. Then, we discuss why you need to understand leadership styles. We also talk about why you should start with leadership strategy. Rip lists his best practices for improving your communication skills. We discuss how you can inspire engagement through motivation. And finally, we discuss the best ways to guide behavior through feedback. Production Credits: The Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted and produced by Tony Lopes, and edited by Eric Leidelmeyer. Rip Tilden joined us remotely, via Zoom. Credits: Executive Producer - Tony Lopes Host - Tony Lopes Editor - Eric Leidelmeyer The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. Copyright 2021 - SoftStix Productions LLC www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn If you happen to check out this episode on our website (www.selfmadestrategies.com/118-rip-tilden-great-leaders-are-made-not-born) you can flip through the Kindle version (below).
Episode 117 - Nerses Aposhian Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g Nerses is the co-host and co-founder of The Founder Hour, a podcast show which features some of the country's top founders and the stories of their entrepreneurial journeys. The Founder Hour podcast features founders of startups, later-stage companies, creators, and leaders. To date, they have released 180+ episodes and have an average of 10,000+ monthly active listeners, with 24.25% average monthly growth. Nerses is also working in commercial real estate at IDS Real Estate Group's Corporate Services' arm, which includes tenant representation, facilities management, development management, and construction management. Their firm assists clients with any and all of their commercial real estate needs. He is also a proud alumni of USC and Loyola Law School and is very passionate about education. He serves as the Associate Treasurer and Finance Chair of Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School, which he attended from preschool to 8th grade. Check out his podcast, The Founder Hour, here: https://www.thefounderhour.com/ On this episode you will hear: Nerses talk about how he, and his cohost, took a leap of faith to build their podcast (The Founder Hour). Then you will hear all about how the podcast started, and how that helped Nerses in building a community. After that, Nerses discusses how the podcast helped his professional life. We also discuss how talking to 100+ people (for example, on a podcast) can help you to gain a lot of knowledge about different industries and give you an informational advantage regarding innovations in different markets. Nerses and I discuss why a podcast helps you to build trust within your community and for your stakeholders. Then you will hear about how shared values effect your followers, and help you to build trust. Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted and produced by Tony Lopes, and edited by Eric Leidelmeyer, in Philly, PA USA. Nerses Aposhian joined us remotely, via Zoom. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Episode 116 - Jared Graybeal Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g When times get tough, entrepreneurs often find themselves in challenging positions - shoring up revenue, supporting their teams, and pivoting to stay abreast of the changes. Never has this been more true than it is now. The unspoken rule among entrepreneurs and innovators is to forego self-care in the interest of supporting their teams and companies. The result? Burnout. When entrepreneurs fail to keep pace, their teams languish from the lack of clear vision. Successful entrepreneur, Jared Graybeal wrote The Self Help Book as an easy, self-care primer for folks new to the genre. (Check out his TedX talk for a sense of his personal “self-care” style!) The book walks through 6 practical steps for growth, including confidence, connections, competence, character, clarity and commitment. Jared's mission is to encourage, educate, and empower others to live happier, healthier lives. Jared is a NASM-certified personal trainer, fitness nutrition specialist, behavioral change specialist, CrossFit Level 2 trainer, and corrective exercise specialist with an education in marketing and psychology from the University of North Florida. He owns and operates two companies. One is Superfit Foods, a healthy, subscription-based, fully customizable meal prep company. The other is E3, a business consulting and marketing agency. Jared has done a few cool things, like exhibiting Superfit Foods at Forbes Under 30 and giving a TEDx Talk on nutrition and mental health, and every day I get to work hard at doing what I love. What better way to begin discussions of the value of self-care for entrepreneurs and their teams? Jared will teach you how to put yourself first while coaching your teams through the challenges presented by anything from COVID to rapid growth! On this episode you will hear: How Jared made the realization that what you eat effects your mental health Jared's tips for putting yourself first, while coaching your teams through the challenges you encounter How the 6 C's (Confidence. Competence. Clarity. Character. Connections. Commitment.) can help reshape your self-care regiment Jared's methods for developing content Best practices for overcoming your initial apprehension with content creation (whether it is written, spoken or on video) Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted and produced by Tony Lopes, and edited by Eric Leidelmeyer, in Philly, PA USA. Jared Graybeal joined us remotely, via Zoom. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Episode 115 - Nabwana Isaac Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g You are about to hear an amazing and inspirational story about an entrepreneur who is based in Uganda. Nabwana Isaac is a filmmaker, producer, director, editor, and director of photography, based in Kampala, Uganda. He is the owner and founder of Ramon Film Productions, as well as Wakaliwood (wakaliwood.com). Wakaliwood is a film studio based in Wakaliga, Uganda. Its founder, Nabwana IGG (our guest), has been called Uganda's Tarantino, as well being referred to as the Steven Spielberg of Uganda. His action movies are frequently made for less than $200, and sold by the cast and crew (before the black market bootlegs make furhter revenue generation impossible). Become a PATREON of Wakaliwood here: https://www.patreon.com/wakaliwood On this episode you will hear: Isaac's first exposure to filmmaking (which was actually just hearing about the movies, showing at the local cinema halls, from his brothers) How Chuck Norris and Clint Eastwood, influenced and inspired Nabwana's movie making style Isaac's 3 month journey to learn to use the software at his disposal How Isaac leveraged every opportunity to become a filmmaker Isaac's life as a brick-maker, saving as much as he could to buy his first camera How his grandfather inspired Isaac to focus on his talents and chase his dreams The naysayers that would tell Isaac he would not be able to shoot action films on his budget, and how Isaac overcame them Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Nabwana Isaac joined us remotely, via Zoom, from Kampala, Uganda. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g About this episode: Claus Raasted is an innovation strategist, and has been pushing the limits of the possible for twenty years. He serves as the Director for The College of Extraordinary Experiences, is a Coach at McKinsey, and releases a daily innovation keynote on his YouTube channel. He is a prolific author, with 30 books to his name, and has just finished ”The Innovation Cycle.” Claus Raasted also has a past in reality TV, but these days, who hasn't? Visit the College of Extraordinary Experiences here: https://extraordinary.college/ On this episode you will hear Claus discuss: All about the College of Extraordinary Experiences Why you should incorporate experience design into your business (regardless of the type of business it is) Best practices for developing your own experience design How to get your own "Smurf" Why storytelling is important to the message you deliver Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Claus Raasted joined us remotely, via Zoom, from Rønne, Capital Region, Denmark. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g 113: Jessica Wolfson - Finding Success Through Multiple Projects at Different Stages On this episode, we bring you the Self Made Strategies of Jessica Wolfson. Jessica is a video and film Director & Producer with a strong track record and expertise in curating creative content in complex fast-paced environments. Jessica has also worked as a marketing strategist for traditional and digital distribution, develops and manages dynamic multi-platform marketing strategies for theatrical, TV, home video, and digital releases. Jessica has worked in many roles from director to post production supervisor. She manages budgets, scripts, schedules, crew, cast, locations, sets, as well as post production and distribution sales. She often works as a creative or distribution consultant for filmmakers, guiding them through the production and release processes. She additionally works in strategic marketing and impact producing for both traditional and digital distribution companies and have created and managed dynamic multi-platform marketing strategies for theatrical, television, VOD, SVOD, home video, and digital releases. She develops cross-promotional plans with strategic partnerships that result in building awareness and generating sales. Additionally, Jessica has overseen social media channels to develop strategies, engaging content, sizzle reels and trailers, and analyze data to improve digital campaigns for both brands and individual titles. Jessica's specialties include: Documentary and Independent Films, Television, Branded Content, Strategic Marketing and Impact Producing. You check out Jessica's film projects and more by visiting her website: lostfootagefilms.com On this episode you will hear Jessica discuss: How every project (film or otherwise) is a learning and growth experience Why you need to start with the basics The elements of storytelling How Jessica broke into the film business, and later into independent film consulting Jessica worked on many projects at once, but at different levels, and how that facilitated her success Jessica's best practices for keeping your priorities, and saying "no" to projects that do not align with those priorities How Jessica has survived as an entrepreneur and mom of two Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Jessica Wolfson joined us remotely, via Zoom, from Austin, TX. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g 112: Jaclyn DiGregorio - Why You Need to Start Throwing so much Spaghetti out into the Universe Something MUST Stick On this episode, we bring you the Self Made Strategies of Jaclyn DiGregorio. When Jaclyn was a 21 year old college student, she found herself in a corporate internship questioning what she really wanted out of life. Then, without experience or savings, she decided to take a leap of faith in starting her own business. 4 years later, she is now running a thriving 6-figure business, has coached dozens of women, written 2 best-selling books, and has spoken at many colleges, conferences and corporations across the U.S. Jaclyn believes that we all have the potential inside of us to create lives we absolutely love. Unfortunately, our brains like to make up lies about why this might be possible for someone else, but not for us. The good news is, that those things are simply not true. You check out Jaclyn's books, courses, and more by visiting her website: https://www.jaclyndigregorio.com On this episode you will hear Jaclyn discuss: Why starting a business may be harder than it seems Practical steps for applying the law of attraction to your life How belief and action interplay with regard to creating the life you have dreamt about Morning rituals to achieve short term goals Why you should start writing down your dreams/beliefs/goals, and all of the possible ways that they can come to fruition The power found in playing with energy Advice on developing your own morning routines Why you should start believing that you can create anything in your life Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Jaclyn DiGregorio joined us remotely, via Zoom, from the Philly suburbs, in PA. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, so you can catch the latest episodes. www.selfmadestrategies.com Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g 111: Bo-Dean Sanders - Lines of Communication in Diversity and Inclusion On this episode, we bring you the Self Made Strategies of Bo-Dean Sanders. B0-Dean transferred from Cheyney University, the oldest Historically Black College-University (HBCU) in America, to Villanova University, where he played football on a majority white team. He writes about diversity & inclusion in sports and the positive impact multiculturalism had on his personal relationships in college. Bo-Dean's new book, "Race Against…Against Race," is Bo-Dean's memoir about transcending stereotypes through the foundation of sports. He provides a unique perspective on building relationships with teammates and classmates from different socio-economic backgrounds and races by reaching out, talking, and listening. It’s the story of one young athlete’s dream of playing college football and the racial divides that unfolded as he tried to fit in on a predominantly white campus. He slowly integrates into his new environment by staying positive and focusing on shared experiences like chasing dreams. While painting a picture of a student athletes’ campus life in the ‘80s, Sanders aims to examine the issues of race through his participation in college sports. He discovered that he and his teammates learned from each other to develop and grow relationships based on mutual respect and acceptance. You check out Bo-Dean's book (on Amazon) by visiting this link: https://www.amazon.com/Race-Against-Journey-Diversity-Inclusion/dp/1631953559 On this episode you will hear Bo-Dean discuss: How Bo-Dean's experiences can help with Diversity and Inclusion initiatives Why a positive mindset is important in overcoming culture shock How lessons from organized sports are relevant to diversity and inclusion initiatives Simple advice for finding common ground with someone Why competition needs to be removed from networking Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Bo-Dean Sanders joined us remotely, via Zoom, from Delaware County, PA. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform. You can find us on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Blubrry and many other podcasting platforms. Don't forget to visit www.selfmadestrategies.com to subscribe to our podcast, sign up for our newsletter, or to get more information about our guests. Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g Episode 110: Courtney Lawless - Strategies to Turn Your Dreams Into a Reality On this episode, we bring you the Self Made Strategies of Courtney Lawless. Courtney Lawless is a venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and tech founder who works with businesses of all sizes to help execute strategies to turn their dreams into a reality. Courtney currently serves as a co-host on the Amazon Prime show, Wolf PAC (which premiered in Jan 2021), where she engages with startups to help them accelerate their growth to actualize their potential. In addition to investing and advising, Courtney co-owns and manages a full-stack software development company, MoxēHub (https://moxehub.com/), where she builds sophisticated, high demand tech solutions alongside her expert team. Courtney explains, "At MoxeHub, we challenge conventional thinking by utilizing our unique skill sets to architect brilliant solutions from end to end. Our mission is to help bring strategic and disruptive innovations that positively impact peoples' lives to the market in an efficient & economic manner." Courtney brings an exceptional record of 18 years’ experience and an extensive background in private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, real estate, and structuring large business deals. Courtney delivers a unique brand of intellectual capital, structured funding, and strategic partnerships to better guide founders and portfolio companies alike. Courtney specializes in identifying, growing, scaling, strategic development, and a hands-on approach to these companies' operations in further helping them achieve their full potential and success. A self-professed strategy addict, she excels at bringing together the pieces of the puzzle needed to make a company successful. She has a no-nonsense attitude and is known for her no-frills speaking of the truth. Courtney is driven by a desire to help new companies grow, not only for the benefit of their stakeholders, but also for the well-being of their consumers. She believes in the power of business to uplift the communities they serve. As a mom, Courtney is passionate about her role in building a bright future and she has worked with several charities to help them reach their goals. With a sharp eye for talent and an instinct for identifying businesses with high growth potential, having raised over $5b in capital commitments from large institutions. On this episode you will hear Courtney discuss: What venture capitalists look for when analyzing businesses for potential investment. The three pieces that indicated a successful business (the founders, the numbers, and the market). Best practices growing and scaling your organization. Why you need to focus on building a team, rather than doing everything. The new Amazon Prime show, Wolf PAC What to expect from Season 2 of Wolf PAC (currently in production) Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Courtney Lawless joined us remotely, via Zoom, from the Media, PA. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com) Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform. You can find us on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Blubrry and many other podcasting platforms. Don't forget to visit www.selfmadestrategies.com to subscribe to our podcast, sign up for our newsletter, or to get more information about our guests. Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g Episode 109: Dr. Cody - Why Adding TikTok (and Videos) to Your Content Marketing Strategy Could Significantly Increase Your Business On this episode, we bring you the Self Made Strategies of Dr. Cody. Dr Cody is an American-born, Australian Chiropractor who has clicked, popped and adjusted his way to a popular social media account. Dr Cody uploads various patients getting their back, neck, hips and any other body part possible cracked, allowing listeners to hear each individual "pop" sound with an ASMR-like quality. Dr Cody (@drcody_dc) has become a runaway hit on TikTok, enjoying 2.6M+ followers to go along with his 250K+ Instagram followers. On this episode you will hear Dr. Cody discuss: Why you should sometimes just say "why not," and take a risk (that usually is not much of a risk) Best practices for building a massive following (especially for individuals looking to maintain a professional personal brand) Why you must be both genuine, but also adding value Best practices for beginning your branding on TikTok Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Dr. Cody joined us remotely, via Zoom, from Australia. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com) Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform. You can find us on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Blubrry and many other podcasting platforms. Don't forget to visit www.selfmadestrategies.com to subscribe to our podcast, sign up for our newsletter, or to get more information about our guests. Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
Self Made Strategies is now also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g Episode 108: Jen Groover - The MORE Method On this episode, bring you the Self Made Strategies of Jen Groover. Jen has been a top business and lifestyle contributor and content creator for major television networks such as ABC, CBS, CNBC, NBC, MSNBC, CNBC, Fox News, Fox Business News, and The CW. She and her products have also been featured on QVC. Jen also has regularly contributed editorial pieces to several prominent business magazines and online resources including The Huffington Post, Entrepreneur Magazine, Inc Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Positively Positive, and The Story Exchange. Her products, brand, and work have been featured in hundreds of media outlets including O! The Oprah Magazine, Redbook, People, US Weekly, SUCCESS and Entrepreneur. Her success skyrocketed with the creation of the Butler Bag, the world’s first compartmentalized handbag, that became a multi-million dollar brand, and has not stopped since. Jen spring-boarded the Butler Bag’s success into an entire lifestyle brand, found at a variety of price points and well-known retailers, which led to the creation of subsequent lifestyle brands, Leader Girls, and Empowered by Jen Groover. Leader Girls (more info here: https://jengroover.com) teaches young girls the importance of empowerment through play, while the recently launched “Empowered by Jen Groover” brand, including her one-hour PBS special and forthcoming book, comprises a variety of consumer products that encompass her quotes and inspire people to live life with passion and purpose. The success and momentum of Jen Groover’s empowerment movement has led to the vision and launch of the Empowered Economy Initiative, which encourages corporations and universities to combine efforts in order to educate and support small business owners and entrepreneurs in their communities, thereby stimulating the economy. Jen Groover has been tagged by SUCCESS MAGAZINE as a “One-Woman Brand,” a “Creativity and Innovation Guru” and a leading “Serial Entrepreneur” by Entrepreneur Magazine and ranked #8 by SAP in the Top 51 Influencers of Human Potential. Now, she is helping individuals like you to get MORE out of their own lives with her book “The MORE Method.” You can grab a copy of The MORE Method here: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B089CFPT2G&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_wXqcGb8EEAY82&tag=softstix-20 On this episode you will hear Jen discuss: How Jen went from developing the Butler Bag to creating programs like Leader Girls Jen's book, The MORE Method Why meditation can be helpful in getting more out of life Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Jen joined us remotely, via Zoom, from Media, PA USA. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com) Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform. You can find us on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Blubrry and many other podcasting platforms. Don't forget to visit www.selfmadestrategies.com to subscribe to our podcast, sign up for our newsletter, or to get more information about our guests. Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
On this episode, you will hear the Self Made Strategies of Nick Bayer, CEO and Founder of Saxbys Coffee. Nick Bayer has always been in the business of bringing people together, whether it’s as one of Philadelphia Business Journal’s "Most Admired CEOs" or as a consummate team captain since Little League. So when he created Saxbys in 2005, Nick never really considered it to be a coffee company — instead, it’s a social impact company fueled by amazing food, beverage and hospitality. Philadelphia-based Saxbys has since grown from one corner cafe to nearly 30 units with a singular mission: MAKE LIFE BETTER. Saxbys is a hospitality business fueled by great coffee. We pair the local, friendly atmosphere of a neighborhood coffee shop with consistently delicious products you’d find at a big name coffee place. Today, that team spans over 700 members across the Northeast that represent the change-makers of tomorrow. To that point, Nick introduced Saxbys’ pioneering Experiential Learning Platform (ELP) in 2015 in partnership with Drexel University — the nation’s first entirely student-run cafe where students earn full academic credit and wages through a university cooperative education platform. Nick’s vision for the platform is to embolden the next generation of entrepreneurs, providing undergrad students with tangible experience as a supplement to traditional classroom learning. In three short years, one ELP cafe has blossomed to twelve. Nick is joining us today to discuss how he developed the concept for Saxbys, and a system that is repeatable and scalable by college students. For those of you who don’t believe millennials can pull off amazing things prepare to be blown away. NOW also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g On this episode you will hear Nick discuss: How Nick developed the idea for Saxbys Out of all the mission statements Nick could have selected, why he decided on "Make Life Better" Pitfalls and issues in developing a system that focused on college student’s essentially running the majority of Saxbys' business How to overcome the pitfalls in running a business focused on college students How Saxbys developed a system that was repeatable and transferable to students with little/no career experience Why Nick trusts student CEOs to run $1,000,000+ businesses Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Nick joined us remotely, via Zoom, from Philly, PA USA. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com) Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform. You can find us on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Blubrry and many other podcasting platforms. Don't forget to visit www.selfmadestrategies.com to subscribe to our podcast, sign up for our newsletter, or to get more information about our guests. Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
On this episode, you will hear from a digital marketing specialist who works in paid and organic marketing, PR, and social media marketing and management, to help small businesses find their authentic voice for their audience through a holistic marketing approach. When Sarah DeGeorge is not working on digital marketing strategy, you'll find her on a walk at a local park reading or working in animal rescue and rehabilitation Visit sardegeorge.com to connect with Sarah or to get info on making your marketing more consistent. You can watch the YouTube version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/IcEkBykS0Wg Here are the Self Made Strategies of Sarah DeGeorge. On this episode you will hear Sarah discuss: How Sarah started on her freelance marketing career Approaches that Sarah uses, that you can take with you, when it comes to building out a holistic or integrated marketing approach in client work The issues that Sarah has found with her own clients when it comes to their marketing strategy (we'll do a little bit of kind of case study) Best practices and how to avoid some of the pitfalls that other people are experiencing with their own marketing Sarah's strategies for developing consistent processes for your marketing (consistency is key!) How you can avoid imposter syndrome and burnout NOW also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Sarah joined us remotely, via Zoom, from Philly, PA USA. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com) Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform. You can find us on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Blubrry and many other podcasting platforms. Don't forget to visit www.selfmadestrategies.com to subscribe to our podcast, sign up for our newsletter, or to get more information about our guests. Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
On this episode, Michelle Seiler Tucker (Founder of Seiler Tucker Inc. - http://www.seilertucker.com/), a 20-year veteran in mergers & acquisitions. Michelle has sold hundreds of businesses. She has been recognized as the leading authority on buying, selling, fixing, and growing businesses, Michelle sees opportunity where many are discouraged or have given up. Her passion is to save businesses that might otherwise close. She closes nearly 98% of all written offers and, on average, obtains 20-40% above the asking price for her clients. Check out Michelle's book: https://exitrichbook.com/ Text Michelle here: 888-526-5750 Here are the Self Made Strategies of Michelle Seiler Tucker. On this episode you will hear Michelle discuss: Seiler Tucker's GPS EXIT Model: Planning Your Business EXIT Evaluations and building your business to sell The business life cycle, and why each stage is important M&A, STI 6Ps®, how to buy/sell companies The 3 transformational questions you should ask yourself How to grow through acquisitions Why small businesses today are much more likely to succeed in the first 1 to 5 years Connecting businesses with non-profits, and why that can help accelerate your growth The branding ladder The 10 biggest profit mistakes How to create a bidding war NOW also available on the Self Made Strategies YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOG-mybCfvYWhoXo4vPoB5g Production Credits: This Self Made Strategies Podcast is a SoftStix Productions LLC jawn. This episode was hosted, produced and edited by Tony Lopes, in Philly, PA USA. Michelle joined us remotely, via Zoom, from New Orleans, Louisiana USA. The Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com) Make sure you subscribe to the Self Made Strategies Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform. You can find us on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Blubrry and many other podcasting platforms. Don't forget to visit www.selfmadestrategies.com to subscribe to our podcast, sign up for our newsletter, or to get more information about our guests. Follow us on: • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • LinkedIn
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