The Lorne Bronstein Show

This past year has been eye-opening. I've taken the plunge and shared a lot over the past thirty-two posts and I hope you've enjoyed it thus far. The purpose of this Substack was to find a way to force myself to write an article every other week and post it regardless of how confident I felt about it. Substack Instagram Twitter

Building success sucks, hard work sucks, failing sucks, it all sucks. But if it has to suck, why not suck at doing something you love? Substack Instagram Twitter

When I was a child my grandmother used to say “We plan, God laughs.” I always thought I knew the meaning of that saying but you never truly do until your world comes crashing down and you're standing at an impasse discombobulated. Only then does the wisdom in those four words finally ring true. Social Media Substack Instagram Twitter

Instead of asking people “how are you?” a question that results in the same boring answer, ask “reading anything interesting?” You'd be amazed at what you learn about people and yourself by asking this question. We lack the self-awareness to truly understand how we feel but instead of telling, we're great at showing. By sharing what you're reading/watching/listening to you're opening a window into your interests that allow for a much deeper meaningful conversation. To save you the awkward interaction I will share what I've started reading this week and why I think you may enjoy it! Social Media Instagram Twitter

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On Friday morning I awoke anxious knowing I had a half-baked story sitting in my word processor stuck with no idea of where I wanted to take the story. As I made my morning breakfast of blueberries, oatmeal and a banana I took my time hoping if I took long enough maybe an idea would spring forth or better yet, my computer would implode. You can read this in article format here: Substack Website Instagram Twitter

In your absence, I struggled for an idea this week, the outcome? A love letter to the gatekeeper of ideas, the one who guides us through to the other side where ideas flow like a never-ending stream of inspiration. You can read this in article format here: Substack Website Instagram Twitter

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After reading Atomic Habits by James Clear I learned about Decision Fatigue. The idea is we have a finite amount of decisions we can make each day before our quality in decision making begins to take a steady decline. I tried something a little different this week. On top of the audio portion, I decided to set up my webcam and record a video as well. It's the same content as the audio but if you prefer a visual medium you can watch the podcast: Youtube You can read this in article format here: Substack Website Instagram Twitter

I ask myself (as most creators of art do.) “When will I no longer feel like an imposter?” I'm not sure that point will ever come but I've set a goal for myself, move one person. If I accomplish that, the post was a success. You can read this in article format here: Substack Website Instagram Twitter

So it's Monday. Another day where I was required to show up for today's article and I decided to share a small glimpse into my biggest fear hoping bringing the monsters into the light will make them less scary. You can read this in article format here: Substack Website Instagram Twitter

Anyone is capable of being possessed by the muse but to do so one must submit to its demands. The muse doesn't ask for much but of what they ask for there is no negotiation. You can read this in article format here: Substack Website Instagram Twitter

Like the brave knight that storms the dragon's lair to save the princess, he must conquer his fear if he is to find the treasure within. You can read this in article format here: Substack Website Instagram Twitter

Create stories you WANT to tell, not what you think the “audience” likes. There is no “audience”. There are people who share the same fears as you, people with dreams and aspirations who hope someone may like their work as much as you hope they like yours. You can read this in article format here: Substack Website Instagram Twitter

Do dreams have meaning? I never thought about it as a kid but as I aged, I learned about the subconscious and how our thoughts are projections of our feelings. Carl Jung believed our dreams are a window into our deepest thoughts. You can read this in article format here: Substack Website Instagram Twitter

An open letter to 2022 I hope you will join me. Let 2022 be the year we all grow into who we deserve to be. You can read this in article format here: Substack Website Instagram Twitter

The tortured artist hides behind the thin veil of suffering with the understanding that art comes from pain. Maybe it does, but does it have to? What if creativity came from a place of excitement? Social Media Curse of Creativity (Article) Instagram Twitter Facebook

Kevin and I catch up after a crazy year. This was an impromptu episode. I hope you enjoy it! Follow Kevin: Instagram Follow me: Instagram Website Twitter

I wrote this story as a part of a valentines gift for my fiancée. With her permission, I was allowed to share it with all of you. I hope you enjoy it as much as she did. Social Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Mike and reconnect and talk about the state of the world, Jordan Peterson, growth, entrepreneurship, stocks and so much more. Enjoy the chaos of this 2+ hour podcast! Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikepratt_tv/?hl=en Follow the podcast! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lornebronstein Twitter https://twitter.com/lbrainstein Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RealLorneBronstein Website: www.Lornebronstein.com

Viral is a short story that follows two young brothers home alone for the first time. Chasing the dream of internet fame they decide to make one of their own which begs the question "how far are you willing to go for viral fame?" Website Instagram Facebook Twitter

In this intimate episode, I offer insights into how creative people can improve the quality of their work and their confidence.

Stain remover may not be sexy, but it works. Today we learn how consistency can build success better than popularity.

My close friend Torin chats with me about starting and maintaining a Twitch channel, the life of a streamer, building a community and how he built his brand on Youtube. Torin's Channels Twitch Youtube Discord Twitter

“Change is scary” a word touted by millions if not billions every day of the week. Change in routine is known to confuse animals, changes in services upset customers, change on the ground is enough to buy a can of soda. We are surrounded by change, it's inevitable. It's the only part of life we know we can expect without exception. With this knowledge why is change feared and is it justified? Of course not. Change is always for the best and today I will help show you why. P.S. I say this is the best episode because listening back I'm still amazed at the message. This is something everyone can benefit from I'd love to know your thoughts on this subject. Please rate us on Itunes or wherever else you listen to your favorite podcast! Social Channels Join the Facebook group Twitter Instagram Blog

Ikigai is a Japanese term roughly translated to "A reason for being" or "A reason to get up in the morning" Ikigai is a mentality popular among Japanese culture and is partially a contribution as to why those living in rural Japan live longer healthier lives. In this episode we speak about the importance of implementing Ikigai into your morning routine and the benefits it offers. " This episode was inspired by a chapter from the book "The Happiness Equation" I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone as the life lessons are timeless. If you found this episode useful please share it with your friends and family as this message can benefit everyone! Please rate us on Itunes or wherever else you listen to your favorite podcast! Social Channels Join the Facebook group Twitter Instagram Blog

Everyone has that friend who brags about how many followers they have. It was only a few years ago getting anything in front of more than ten people would seem impossible. Thanks to social media pictures of your cat can be seen by thousands if not millions. What I've always questioned was, does it really matter? Join the conversation on Social Media Instagram Facebook Twitter Website

At some point in your life, you will come face to face with a dragon. I'm not talking about a fire-breathing reptile from medieval times but a problem that stands between you and the goal. The idea of the dragon is used throughout history. The knight wants to marry the princess but the king will not allow it until the dragon destroying the kingdom is dealt with. In our hero's case, he literally needs to slay a dragon to reach his happy ending. In our case, the dragon is often smaller and more subtle. I hope you enjoy! Please share it with your friends so they can learn too. Knowledge is power! Social channels Instagram Twitter Facebook

I sit down with Founder of the United Promotion Kevin Touch to talk about the first anniversary of The United Promotion. We talk about the wild ride Kevin and Mike Pratt have been through, all the talented people they featured and what's to come in the future. Kevin is a visionary that made it his mission to help content creators of all audience sizes have a voice online. Follow Kevin on social media Instagram United Promotion Instagram Follow the podcast on social media Instagram Twitter Facebook Group

One of the most prolific writers of all time Woody Allen said: "Eighty percent of success is showing up." Today we use real examples to prove how true this statement is. Do your part and show up, watch as the rest falls into place. Blog Join the Facebook Group Instagram Twitter

I wanted to share this episode because I learned a lot from this experience and felt it could benefit you all as well. In this mini-episode, I share where I've been and what my plans are for the podcast moving forward. Enjoy!

People who are driven by passion, people who no matter what tools they have at their disposal will produce quality work because tools do not make a quality movie, passion does. If you're looking to start something, just do it. By starting you will get the messy mistakes over with in the early stages. This will allow you to build upon those mistakes and use the knowledge from your experience to keep growing. As you get bigger you will be able to afford better equipment and the job may get easier, but at the end of the day, it's the burning desire you had to make your vision a reality that propelled this idea to fruition. Instagram Twitter Join The Facebook Group

Have you ever gone into an ice cream parlor that has 31 flavors? You can't wait to bite into the sweet and creamy chocolate (you're one of those weirdo's that bite into ice cream?) but you've been waiting behind a lady with her kids that has to taste every flavor because she wants to make sure she is making the right choice and there are so many options. This phenomenon is called “Overchoice” and it was coined by Alvin Toffler as early as 1970 in his book Future Shock. If we knew about this since the 70's why are companies still offering too many options? You can read the full article: here Instagram Facebook Twitter

Mike was kind enough to come on the podcast and share his thoughts about the new law that passed in the UK called "Article 13" This law has been called the "meme killer". We go into depth about why the "hustle culture" is detrimental to young entrepreneurs, how to re-shift your focus to seeing real results, how to develop your brand into something that has longevity regardless of the algorithms and how to create a brand voice. Hope you enjoy! - Lorne Mike's Social Channels Instagram Youtube Like the Podcast? Join the community here Instagram Twitter

If you wanted to start a podcast this is the episode for you. We go in depth about what it takes to start a podcast from Artwork, What's in a name to gaining listeners. This is a two part episode due to a power outage! I saved that part to remind all the listeners that perfection doesn't exist and it's better to publish imperfection than never publish at all. Kevin's Social The United Promotion Instagram Podcast United Podcast Experience Lorne's Social Instagram Twitter Facebook Group Website

Mike Pratt is an entrepreneur focused on personal development and helping others be the best version of themselves. Mike has recently taken on the challenge of vlogging about his training to prepare for the Race Across America. In this episode, we cover many topics including discipline, self awareness, why Disney is a marketing company and so much more. Please check out his social channels, you will not be disappointed. Mikes Social Channels Instagram Youtube Like the Podcast? Join the community here Instagram Twitter

Suffer from Writer's block? Feel your writing is not as good as it can be? This episode will change the way you write forever. Stephen King, Neil Gaiman to Kurt Vonnegut all shared these habits. you will write more often and create your best work. Stop fearing the critique of others and show the world what you have to offer. Join the conversation on Facebook Instagram Twitter Reddit

Without questioning authority you accept a doctors advice on health, we rely on others who specialize in that area of expertise to help us where we know nothing. Using that same logic you can position yourself as an expert in your field. By doing so people will rely on you for information no one else is providing, as a result you will be top of mind when they recommend your industry to a friend. Word of mouth advertising is the best way to build a brand. I use real life examples of how you can make anything from carpentry to home inspection interesting. Join the conversation on Facebook Instagram Twitter Reddit

“No-one ever built a statue of a critic.” - David Nicholls You have no idea what you're capable of because you're too afraid to fully apply yourself due to fear of judgment. You aspire to be something, but fear and negativity bog you down. This episode is the most important episode yet because it's about you! I want you to not only listen to what I'm saying but HEAR the message as you deserve to be happy and you deserve success. The only thing holding you back is you. Start today fresh and show the world what you have to offer. Join the Facebook group Instagram Twitter

When you have a runny nose you ask for a Kleenex, not a facial tissue, this is not a coincidence. Kleenex owns 47.1% of the market share. The Kleenex brand has cornered the market by offering more value than any other brand. When people ask for a facial tissue they ask for a Kleenex regardless if the tissue they receive is Kleenex brand or not. Kleenex has replaced the term facial tissue and become so popular, they changed the way we communicate. This episode covers how you can become #1 in your industry. The goal is to provide value without expectations. As a result, you find your customers become your best form of advertising. Word of mouth is the most effective way to sell a product and what better way to get noticed than be the answer to all of their questions. Do you have a Kleenex? Join the Facebook Group Follow Spacetree for marketing insights: Instagram - Twitter - Website

Nothing beats genuine interaction. I share 3 methods to grow a community around your Instagram. No gimmicks or “hacks” just value and hard work.

Entrepreneurship is tough and so is self worth. You feel like an impostor compared to your competitors and I share why and how to put an end to this destructive behavior. Instagram Subreddit Facebook Group Twitter

Kevin Touch is an Instagram personality who wears many hats. Founder of The United Promotion, Host of The Anchor Nation and Touch Talks Kevin is a serial entrepreneur who shares his motivational insights in his spare time. We talk about transparency online, building a brand, leaving a legacy and building community through Instagram. Reach out to Kevin here Instagram Itunes

When Mike came on the show I was expecting to have a fun episode with someone who has real-world experience in the business world. What I got was one of the best episodes of the podcast yet. Mike leaves it all on the table as we cover topics ranging from Self-improvement to why failure is a useless word. The list goes on but just to give you an idea we talked about: Segmenting content Tim Ferriss Developing a personal brand V.S. a corporate brand Setting clear goals Evolution Ambition Leading with empathy The importance of failure Defining success Building a community What guarantees success Tony Robbins and that's just scratching the surface. Someone as busy as Mike did not need to share these insights, but he was kind enough to do so. please reach out to Mike and let him know how awesome he is. Reach out to Mike Here: Instagram Youtube Twitter Facebook Pintrest Medium Linkdin Podcast

Coral Snakes are experts at branding. After 500 million years you begin to understand what works and what doesn't. I cover step by step how to develop a website from the first rough draft to the final published website. As I stated in the podcast if you have any questions no matter how big or small don't hesitate to reach out on social media or through email. - Lorne Join the community Facebook Instagram Twitter Rate us on Itunes

Challenging yourself is never easy, but the benefits are beyond your comprehension. You will shock yourself each time you push yourself beyond the limits of what you thought you were capable of. I encourage you to join our Subreddit and share your challenge with the community. We don't judge, we help. Our goal is to help you achieve your challenge. We all share our goals and as a community, we hold each other accountable with the intentions of everyone reaching their goals. The benefits of challenging yourself are remarkable and endless, but to name a few: You become more confident You dampen the fear of taking on a new project You equip yourself with experience one can only obtain through the trials and tribulations of life You develop compassion and gratitude which develops a foundation for happiness in all aspects of life. Join the Subreddit Join the community Facebook Instagram Twitter

You are more than a content creator, you are a teacher. Today we discuss how you can improve your interactions with your audience so you and your followers can get the most out of all your efforts. Join the community Facebook Instagram Twitter

Spotify recently announced the purchase of Anchor and Gimlet. What does this mean for podcasters? In this episode, I share my insights and predictions for what media will mean a year from now. Please let me know your thoughts on social. Facebook Instagram Twitter If you enjoyed the podcast please rate the show on Itunes and share your thoughts.

I know you heard what I said, but did you understand what I meant? I share business tips from real brands that harnessed the power of listening and as a result went from one of the worst in the market to #1.

I explain my absence and the importance of understanding your analytics.

Storytelling conveys emotion, emotion builds attachment and as a result, you create a community around a brand. I use real-world examples to prove you can make people care about any business even kitchen tiling!