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In this episode 103, we explore the future of decentralized AI with David Minarsch, CEO of Valory. Discover how co-owned AI could reshape transparency, governance, and accountability in the tech landscape. Learn: David's vision for community-driven, co-owned AI systems How decentralized AI could redefine transparency and trust Insights on the future of AI ownership, beyond big tech control Join us as we reimagine the future of AI for all. You can reach @ David Minarsch My linkedIn@ Raghu Banda Our Website @ XTraw AI
Discover how God's favor can catapult you into spheres of influence during global upheaval. Learn David's slingshot secret for conquering giant problems, key strategies for thriving amidst chaos, and insights on mastering fame and money. This episode reveals hidden promises and systems of supernatural promotion to equip you for leadership in turbulent times.
In today's episode, Lucas speaks with David Tarrant, the Founder and Head of Growth at Two Lip Media. They discuss innovative ways of tapping into the potential of advertising.Learn David's step-by-step framework for selling $4,000 to $15,000 courses in competitive niches like construction and real estate. Discover how David leveraged this system to generate over $3 million in leads from a tiny $26,000 ad spend. He breaks down his process for crafting high-converting messages, choosing images that stop people in their tracks, and targeting the right buyers without relying on pixel data.If you want to 10X your course sales and finally achieve breakthrough results, don't miss this tactical interview!Key topics covered:· How David generated $3.2 million worth of leads from a $26K ad spend?· The power of catchy taglines and hooks.· What are the strategies for ads?· How to overcome objections and conclude sales?· The importance of tracking ad performance for profitable leads.
A former William Morris Agency (WME) and United Talent Agency (UTA) trained talent agent who turned his career into being one of top Manager/Producer/Creators in the business. David has set precedence's for brokering some of the biggest talent deals in the "Pop Culture" entertainment business space. Weintraub has produced over 1000 of television episodes for (VH1, A&E, E Entertainment!, WeTv, Bravo, Reelz, Fox, CW, MTV, CMT, Food Network, TLC, HGTV, NICK, TV One, Bet and Discovery). His company manages over 100 "Pop Culture Celebrities" from all walks of life in the industry including Actors, Actresses, Reality Stars, Hosts, Fashion Designers, Chefs, Internet Stars, Models and "Controversial Personalities". In this episode, Brad and David discuss how he has spotted talent, how others can create their brand, and use it to create lucrative content. Bombs: -To learn this game, you gotta learn from the best, and Brad is the best. -Get the analytic up and get the money bags. Follow David on IG! @sirdavidweintraub Learn David's Hollywood Handbook here: https://thehollywoodhandbook.com/ Check out more on what David does here: https://www.dwetalent.com/ Watch the full video episode on Brad's Rumble here: https://rumble.com/c/c-2544182 Watch the full video episode on Brad's Youtube Here: https://bradlea.tv
In today's episode David Wolfe joins us again to have a fun and enlightening conversation on the importance of original thinking, how we can create a strong sense of self in our children, how scientism has brainwashed our ability to see the magic in nature and the steps we can take to awaken our own genius. This episode is packed with tons of valuable insights. Highlights: What do we need to unlearn in order to make informed choices? How to create a strong sense of self in our kids. How do we create innovative ideas and what gets in the way of them? Learn David's perspective on Ego. Discover the “Logic of Your Local Environment.” Discover how nature is constantly trying to make our lives better. Learn what David means by “Magic” and how it is used in the world. What plant is superior to Yerba Mate? Learn about maintaining the balance between love and structure. Discover steps you can do to awaken your own genius. Contact David: DavidWolfe.com TheBestDayEver.com FrequencyLifestyle.org shop.DavidWolfe.com Facebook Instagram Dr. Jason Loken Integrative Medicine
Welcome to the very FIRST Minisode, or Deep Dive. We'll figure out what to call it when we know how long the episodes really are. The topic of the inaugural Deep Dives is Drumm & Drummer's very own producer, David! Learn David's favorite color, and how that ties in to the costumes of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban! All of the references (and now recommendations) from David are: Sing Street, Harry Potter, Pokemon, Lord of the Rings, Indiana Jones, Universal Studios, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, (500) Days of Summer, How I Met Your Mother, Disney in general, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, and Much Ado About Nothing! Learn more about how he decided to be an actor, how he got into engineering for entertainment, and how 8th graders built a rollercoaster and become archaeologists. Our Etsy shop is all set up for our newest Merch Drop! Go ahead and check it out at https://www.etsy.com/shop/DrummDrummerPod?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1153122838 Please read the description as the processing and shipping time is a bit different than normal since we are doing this as a batch order for the next 4 weeks! E-mail us your questions & any advice topics you want us to tackle on "The Boys' Room!" - Drummanddrummerpodcast@gmail.com Check us out at: Instagram - @drummpodcast Tiktok - @drummpodcast
“If the best golfer in the world is still working with a coach, then it's pretty arrogant for the rest of the world to say, ‘Well, yeah, everyone else should have a coach, but not me.'” These are the words of today's guest, David Wood, who believes that even the most successful people in the world need coaches. David is a former consulting actuary to Fortune 100 companies. He has built the world's largest coaching business, becoming number one on Google for life coaching, and coaching thousands of hours in 12 countries around the globe. David coaches high-performing business owners to double their revenue, along with doubling their time off by focusing on less and being 30 percent more courageous in their business and career. Today, we are privileged to have him on the show as he shares some of the biggest obstacles to happiness and how to overcome them. Learn David's three principles for success, why you should ask yourself, “What would I do if I was fearless?”, and how to find your edge, lean into it, and dance with it. If you want to make sure that you are getting everything you want in life so that, on your deathbed, you can look back and say, “I gave it everything,” tune in today!Key Points From This Episode:An introduction to David Wood and his impressive career as a life coach.The personal growth course that led David to become a life coach.How having a coach can affect your life and why even successful people need them. Why the best coaching results is the client coming up with their own answers.Trying to do it all alone and other common challenges faced by David's clients.How the fear of missing out and shiny object syndrome can rob people of happiness.The importance of getting clear about what 12 months' success looks like.Mindset versus execution and where coaching helps people the most.How to lean into your fears and how this translates to being courageous in business.An exercise that David recommends: ask yourself “What would I do if I was fearless?”The first of David's three principles for success: asking yourself how fast you want to go.The principle of taking massive action. Why you should consider where your edge is, what is scary for you, and lean into it.The tools David uses in his daily life that he cannot do without: Trello and Loom.How serving a target market that didn't have a lot of money was one of David's biggest mistakes in business.What David needs to do to grow his life to the next level.Where you can find out more about David, plus some helpful free resources. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:David Wood on LinkedInfocus.ceo Tough Conversations with David WoodThe Double-Your-Revenue Gift Basket Trello LoomLimitless Estates Passive Income Through Multifamily Real Estate Facebook Group Garzella Group
David Wood, Founder of Focus.ceo, shares insights on combating distractions to focus on goals that matter most. Learn David's simple five-step strategy to overcome "Shiny Object Syndrome," which has helped his clients double their revenue and get more of the right things done in record time.
Learn how to do the Cosmic Forces Formula, a simple yet powerful technique for manifesting positive change in your life. Heather Arielle teaches you, and her guest, Carolyn Oakley of Luminous Moon Design + Press, how to recite the formula. This elegant affirmation was given to David St. Clair, journalist and author of Instant ESP. * * * Follow along with current astrology, oracle readings, and your natal birth chart with Heather Arielle's The Fundamentals of Astrology: A 52-Card Deck & Guidebook available on Amazon at amzn.to/2Hb4vHo Prepare for 2021 with Heather Arielle's 2021 Astro Planner & Activity Book, available from Amazon at amzn.to/2GWVFwy or get the digital download from AriellesAstrology.com/shop It’s 30% off for the month of December, 2020! Use code PLANNER30. Learn more about Heather Arielle’s approach and schedule a reading at AriellesAstrology.com
Join David Monn and Andy as they travel down memory lane to discover the events and steps that led David to develop a unique sense of design in the event industry. Join Andy and David as they travel down memory lane to discover the events and steps that led him to develop a unique sense of design in the event industry. David’s unique ability to align the senses to create the most effective event tapestry is what sets him apart from his fellow planners and designers. David’s fascinating career trajectory involved finally realizing his calling was in event planning and design. His use of authenticity, scale, and attention to detail along with igniting the senses of smell, sound, and sight have made him an industry leader and one of the most highly sought-after event planners/designers in the world. His goal is to craft an event that shares your true story and personality, not the fantasy that you’ve created for yourself. His years in the corporate environment prepared him by giving insights into the mechanics of running a business and putting him in contact with some of the most influential fashion designers of the 20th century. Their mentorship and his creativity are the backbones of his business. Listen in to learn how lighting design defines an event, why packing light and carrying on your luggage is so freeing, and how to leverage your relationships to create a thriving business. David shares valuable and personal insights into the creation of his business, so this conversation is not one you want to miss. Show Highlights: [02:13] - David and Andy chat about the details of how he creates events while spending time at David’s home. [05:37] - No matter the size or importance of the event, David works to engage the senses of smell, sound, and sight to imprint the event on the memory of all involved. [06:21] - Growing up in a large family, in a small town, with a sense of protection and order instilled by his father, heavily impacts his process. [11:34] - His father refused to take out loans to pay for his education at Parson’s School of Design, so David created a backup plan. [14:58] - After moving up through the ranks of a garment manufacturing company, he made his way to the New York office of the company as an executive assistant. [21:08] - David helped a friend decorate her apartment and this led to his next client and his next for interior design, while still working in merchandising. [24:09] - What did he learn from his mentors Oscar De La Renta and Bill Glass? [28:32] - “Light in a space is everything and is why it feels the way it feels.” [38:32] - How does light design work with outdoor events and the change in natural light? [40:32] - David comments on a quote by Thomas Edison about the renewing feeling of being in and working in a garden and the role nature plays in his events. [43:21] - When everything is in sync there is something magical about the event. [47:24] - David shares his process for creating each type of event he brings to life through authenticity, scale, and detail. [57:48] - David has curated several huge events and shares some fascinating stories. [1:03:50] - The artistic side of the business is probably 20%, the other 80% is running the business, which David learned in his corporate positions. [1:11:19] - How does David structure his pricing for such individualized events? [1:14:18] - Learn David’s best tips and advice as well as what he would include in a masterclass. LINKS & RESOURCES The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram The Wedding Biz on Facebook @theweddingbiz David Monn David Monn, LLC David Monn on Instagram David Monn on Facebook David Monn on Twitter @david_monn David Monn on YouTube David Monn on LinkedIn David Monn on Pinterest Mentioned By David Parson’s School of Design The Plaza Hotel Oscar De La Renta Bill Blass Robert Isabell Colin Cowie Lifestyle Colin’s interviews on The Wedding Biz: Colin Cowie: Part 1 Creating Groundbreaking Luxury Experiences Colin Cowie: Part 2 Creating Groundbreaking Luxury Experiences Ron Ben Israel Ron’s interview on The Wedding Biz
If you’ve listened to at least an episode or two in the past, then it’s probably no surprise that I pride myself in being a time management ninja. I always say that the great equalizer is that we all have the same 24 hours in a day. But as technology advances and the pace of life gets faster, the expectations of what we can accomplish grow larger. Now with many of us working from home, we’re expected to wear the hat of multiple roles, including assistant editor, IT person, and production assistant on top of our already overloaded duties, all while homeschooling the kids and cooking meals…no wonder we’re exhausted and feeling time pressured! Today’s guest has mastered the art of wearing multiple hats in the entertainment industry. Emmy award-winning editor David Rogers has successfully transitioned from editor to director to producer, all while working on some of the most iconic comedies of our time. His first editing credit came from the famous “clip show” on Seinfeld where he was both assistant editor and editor. He went on to edit on The Office which was where he eventually began directing and producing. He’s also worked on shows such as Newsradio, HBO’s The Comeback& Entourage, The Mindy Project, and his latest project being Netflix’s Space Force. In our conversation (which was originally from a few years back in the Fitness In Post days when David was working on The Mindy Project), David and I break down his path to success (that started with his main job duty being the guy who picked up the cigarette butts off the ground), and dive into what it takes to build and sustain a career like his. You’ll find his passion and energy contagious and come away with a few tips on how to pursue your dreams and manage your time like a ninja as well, not to mention learning how to build the right relationships to make the next major step in your career. Want to Hear More Episodes Like This One? » Click here to subscribe and never miss another episode Here’s What You’ll Learn: David’s favorite superhero origin story and how it inspired his own story. How he learned the editing process from his father. Why he fell in love with editing over other aspects of the business. The exciting story of he got his big break editing the clip show on Seinfeld and how all the pieces of the iconic episode came together. Why being nice is important for success as an editor. How he made the transition from assistant editor to editor. For all you Seinfeld fans, hear the true story of how Festivus came to be. David’s best tip for people starting out in the business and what mistakes NOT to make. KEY TAKEAWAY: Failing is just a First Attempt In Learning. The importance of mentoring and helping others rise up and achieve their goals. How he moved his way up from editor to director to producer on The Office. What he attributes to getting the opportunities he’s had in his career. Time management secrets to being able to edit, direct, and produce all at the same time. Useful Resources Mentioned: David Rogers’ Site [Podcast] Ep59: Making the Jump From Assistant Editor to Editor Ep115: How to Be So Thorough You Can’t Be Denied | with James Wilcox, ACE Ep119: [Case Study] Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Better Managing Your Time, And Making the Most of This Pandemic | with Ariel Fujita, Kristi Shimek, and Maxton Waller Episode Transcript Optimize Yourself Podcast DOWNLOADNEW TAB powered by Our Generous Sponsors: Struggling With Real-Time Remote Collaboration? Meet Evercast As work begins to slowly trickle in again, perhaps the most pressing challenge we as creative professionals face in our post-pandemic reality is real-time collaboration. Zoom is great for meetings, but it sure doesn’t work for streaming video. Luckily this problem has now been solved for all of us. If you haven’t heard of Evercast, it’s time to become acquainted. Because Evercast’s real-time remote collaboration technology is CHANGING. THE. GAME. » Click here to be the first to gain early access to the new Evercast P.S. It’s (finally) priced for freelancers and indie creatives like us! This episode is made possible for you by Ergodriven, the makers of the Topo Mat, my #1 recommendation for anyone who stands at their workstation. The Topo is super comfortable, an awesome conversation starter, and it’s also scientifically proven to help you move more throughout the day which helps reduce discomfort and also increase your focus and productivity. Click here to learn more and get your Topo Mat. Guest Bio: DAVID ROGERS When David Rogers was 8 years old, he saw Superman The Movie on the silver screen and knew from that point on what he wanted to do with his life. It wasn’t to be a superhero, but rather he was on the path to becoming a Film and Television Director. He shot his own movies with kids from the neighborhood, videotaped Weddings and Bar Mitzvahs on weekends, graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in Cinema and Photography and soon after moved out to Hollywood to make his dream a reality. His first job in television was as the Assistant Editor on Seinfeld and his first solo editing credit was Seinfeld The Chronicle, the clip show which aired right before the season finale. He went on to edit NewsRadio, Andy Richter Controls the Universe, The Comeback, Entourage, and The Office, has directed multiple episodes of the show including the hour-long penultimate episode A.A.R.M., and has directed various other shows including Parks and Recreation, The Mindy Project, The Hard Times of RJ Berger and Friends with Benefits. David currently serves as a Director/Editor/Co-Executive Producer on another show he loves, The Mindy Project, and looks forward to new new directing challenges as well as developing his own projects. Show Credits: This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel. The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
Cultivating a Career of CreativityIf you could design your best life, what would it entail? Are there aspects of your personal life that you feel, if addressed professionally, would create greater harmony in your life? For example, how many of you have creative outlets that are completely removed from your professional lives? What would it mean to have an organization consider the totality of your talents and not just those that pertain to a particular role?This week’s guest is David Nuff, Principal at Nuff, a design agency that works with brands to translate their values into tangible, visual assets. David is also part of the Toptal network, where he serves as a freelance design consultant and a contributor to Toptal’s Speakers Academy. David and Paul speak candidly about the many missed talent opportunities that organizations face when, despite their communicated support, they refuse to take a chance and consider candidates with diverse experiences moving away from traditional role requirements.David goes on and speaks to how being raised with an appreciation for both the arts and sciences influenced his career, and offers key advice to both organizational leaders and freelancers on how to navigate remote team dynamics. A key takeaway that David offers is that to the degree people can build their best lives, they will do their best work. For him, it’s location independence, and having that opportunity has cultivated a sense of personal happiness and a diverse set of experiences that inspires his work.Questions I ask:How is David feeling, both as a freelancer and personally, during this unprecedented time?As a junior engineer, one of the products that David worked on was recognized in TIME Magazine. What was it like getting such a high validation so early in his career?How is David seeing clients embrace the idea of working with someone remotely?How does David build trust when working with a team virtually?In this episode, you will:Learn about David’s journey from planning to be a computer scientist to becoming a designer.Understand how, despite their support of candidates with a diverse experience, big organizations are unwilling to “take that bet.”Learn David’s valuable advice for executive and HR leadership.Learn how to move away from the need to appear busy and shift the focus to quality work.Connect with David:David's LinkedInWebsiteInstagramTwitterinfo@designbynuff.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Join David Monn and Andy as they travel down memory lane to discover the events and steps that led David to develop a unique sense of design in the event industry. Join Andy and David as they travel down memory lane to discover the events and steps that led him to develop a unique sense of design in the event industry. David’s unique ability to align the senses to create the most effective event tapestry is what sets him apart from his fellow planners and designers. David’s fascinating career trajectory involved finally realizing his calling was in event planning and design. His use of authenticity, scale, and attention to detail along with igniting the senses of smell, sound, and sight have made him an industry leader and one of the most highly sought-after event planners/designers in the world. His goal is to craft an event that shares your true story and personality, not the fantasy that you’ve created for yourself. His years in the corporate environment prepared him by giving insights into the mechanics of running a business and putting him in contact with some of the most influential fashion designers of the 20th century. Their mentorship and his creativity are the backbones of his business. Listen in to learn how lighting design defines an event, why packing light and carrying on your luggage is so freeing, and how to leverage your relationships to create a thriving business. David shares valuable and personal insights into the creation of his business, so this conversation is not one you want to miss. Show Highlights: [02:13] - David and Andy chat about the details of how he creates events while spending time at David’s home. [05:37] - No matter the size or importance of the event, David works to engage the senses of smell, sound, and sight to imprint the event on the memory of all involved. [06:21] - Growing up in a large family, in a small town, with a sense of protection and order instilled by his father, heavily impacts his process. [11:34] - His father refused to take out loans to pay for his education at Parson’s School of Design, so David created a backup plan. [14:58] - After moving up through the ranks of a garment manufacturing company, he made his way to the New York office of the company as an executive assistant. [21:08] - David helped a friend decorate her apartment and this led to his next client and his next for interior design, while still working in merchandising. [24:09] - What did he learn from his mentors Oscar De La Renta and Bill Glass? [28:32] - “Light in a space is everything and is why it feels the way it feels.” [38:32] - How does light design work with outdoor events and the change in natural light? [40:32] - David comments on a quote by Thomas Edison about the renewing feeling of being in and working in a garden and the role nature plays in his events. [43:21] - When everything is in sync there is something magical about the event. [47:24] - David shares his process for creating each type of event he brings to life through authenticity, scale, and detail. [57:48] - David has curated several huge events and shares some fascinating stories. [1:03:50] - The artistic side of the business is probably 20%, the other 80% is running the business, which David learned in his corporate positions. [1:11:19] - How does David structure his pricing for such individualized events? [1:14:18] - Learn David’s best tips and advice as well as what he would include in a masterclass. LINKS & RESOURCES The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram The Wedding Biz on Facebook @theweddingbiz David Monn David Monn, LLC David Monn on Instagram David Monn on Facebook David Monn on Twitter @david_monn David Monn on YouTube David Monn on LinkedIn David Monn on Pinterest Mentioned By David Parson’s School of Design The Plaza Hotel Oscar De La Renta Bill Blass Robert Isabell Colin Cowie Lifestyle Colin’s interviews on The Wedding Biz: Colin Cowie: Part 1 Creating Groundbreaking Luxury Experiences Colin Cowie: Part 2 Creating Groundbreaking Luxury Experiences Ron Ben Israel Ron’s interview on The Wedding Biz
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Who is the Guest?:Dr. David Epstein is a pediatric intensive care physician and attending physician at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, specializing in pediatric cardiac intensive care medicine and fiberoptic bronchoscopy. Despite this extremely high profile and gratifying medical position, he saw that there were opportunities for contributing further to the community. Together with his wife, David has single handedly created MVP Pediatric and Urgent Care, an urgent care facility specializing in children’s urgent medical needs and community engagement in Los Angeles.What You will Learn: David is proof that pursuit of a vision for the greater good yields rewards far beyond money. As you will see, passion coupled with a desire to add value to the world is a very powerful combination. How to identify a need and take action. The significance of following a passion. Why action for something other than money works. The true power of mentorship.Cool Links and Tools:Setup Rosterwww.mvppediatric.comFacebookTwitterInstagram: @mvppediatricurgentcareSupport the show (https://www.hundredlifedesign.com/podcasts/)
Renegade Thinkers Unite: #2 Podcast for CMOs & B2B Marketers
A company's brand transformation process should never be taken lightly, especially for a health insurance company that serves the lives of thousands of people across the country. When David Edelman joined Aetna’s team as the CMO two years ago, he knew that a change was needed to reimagine the public perception of health insurance companies. On this episode of Renegade Thinkers Unite, you’ll learn how he and his team successfully transformed the Aetna brand into one that puts the joy and wellness of its clients first and foremost.David shares why a rebranding transformation is not just a marketing thing — it must be an organization-wide effort that translates to tangible changes for customers. Drew and David also dive into how the Aetna marketing team achieved internal company buy-in, and how acting courageously in their market led to a completely reinvented brand rooted in sincere storytelling. Get inspired to let storytelling drive your next marketing move. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts - Stitcher- or Podsearch What You’ll Learn David’s first challenge was figuring out the space in which Aetna could relate with clients When asked about the healthcare industry, most people will associate the market with negative words and emotions. Overcoming this negative association was David’s first challenge as Aetna’s new CMO. He realized that Aetna had to become so much more than a health insurance company. He tells Drew that they needed to become “a partner in our clients’ lives,” while telling each client, “We’re joining you! You lead, we’ll follow.” By opening up this line of honest communication with their clients, Aetna has been able to enter into new spaces of health, wellness, and preventative medicine. Achieving internal buy-in was critical to the success of Aetna’s brand transformation Before Aetna could help their clients reach their wellness goals, David and his team first had to achieve internal buy-in. Previously, each of Aetna’s departments had their own “feel” and culture. They combated this lack of unity by sharing the new brand promise, explaining priority initiatives, and continually asking for employee feedback and insights. They also used a variety of evaluation and measurement tools that allowed them to make the necessary course corrections throughout the brand transformation process. To hear the full story behind how all of this - and more - was achieved in just 6 months, be sure to listen. Reorienting the B2B and B2C sales teams to sell with storytelling in mind Drew and David talk at length in this episode about how Aetna successfully sells in both the B2B and B2C space. Not only does Aetna sell to individuals and families, but they also offer healthcare packages to small businesses and major corporations. David outlines a few major tools his marketing team was able to share with the sales team to make selling the new Aetna brand easier: Arm the sales team with great content Share the new customer experience Use storytelling techniques - don’t just share lists and data Focus on the idea of “One Aetna” The reorienting process hasn’t been simple, but David and his team have handled it beautifully so far. For the full story, don’t miss this episode of Renegade Thinkers Unite. Timeline [0:28] David approached his marketing challenge at Aetna with courage [3:54] The first steps in rebranding the entire company [9:06] Taking action on the research David and his team collected [11:28] Overcoming pushback throughout the rebranding process [13:48] Engaging employees was critical in making the rebranding successful [21:00] The internal structure of the brand transformation at Aetna [26:05] Reorienting the B2B and B2C sales teams to sell with storytelling in mind [36:41] David’s final thoughts on brand transformation and lessons learned during his 2 years at Aetna Connect With David: About Aetna Connect with David on LinkedIn Follow David on Twitter Resources & People Mentioned CMO Moves podcast, “David Edelman On Aetna’s Agile Digital Transformation Of A Complex Ecosystem” Connect with Drew http://renegade.com/ On LinkedIn On Twitter On Facebook On Instagram
What do you really know about David? Go beyond giant slayer into a deeper knowledge of David. Listen to Dr. Mark Rutland deconstruct the Man After God's Own Heart from his book "David the Great." Learn David was a king during a period of warlords and capable of breaking the laws of both God and man. Dr. Rutland shares why God never let go of David, a man with unwavering loyalty, great faith, and national vision. Hear what would be considered a modern tale of a child star.
This Episode’s Focus on Strengths This episode will energize and encourage you to take a big leap toward living the life you truly want to live. Lisa speaks with David Ralph, a man who ditched the corporate life, took that leap, and is now living a life that he loves (and it meant he went from working a mandatory 8 hours every day to working for a few hours at tasks he loves). And, he tells us about how he used his strengths to make it all happen. This is a great episode, especially for those of you who have always been searching for that elusive Passion Pot of Gold. David points out that it’s not something that’s just going to appear; you need to go out there and do something to reach the life you want. David keeps in mind his Top 5 Talent Themes from the Clifton StrengthsFinder: Futuristic, Maximizer, Belief, Positivity, and Activator. You’ll hear how his Maximizer talent has impacted his life, and how he’s learned to use his Activator talent to get stuff done. What You’ll Learn David tells us his story, and how he got to where he is today. Along the way, he gives these sage pieces of advice: Be where people give you kudos for the good things you do. When he was in the corporate world, David realized that no one told him when he did the good things, they only commented on the tasks that needed improvement, which most likely led to discouragement, and a negative view of his job. When he went out on his own, those same people started telling him how good he was at certain things. That’s empowering! When David was in the corporate world, his Maximizer talent told him that nothing was every good enough – he spent hours perfecting the little details that didn’t truly matter. Now, he believes that he can do a great job, and that the little details don’t matter to others, so he saves a lot of time by not sweating the small things. Prioritize! You don’t have to work hard every day to succeed and be happy. Somewhere along the way, it’s become the norm that in order to succeed, we have to put in a hard day’s work and that life isn’t easy. That is NOT true! As David moved up the corporate ladder and become more successful and earned more money, he realized he was less and less happier. Working “hard” was not a pleasure. Look around at what other people are doing. Watch to see what others around you are doing, especially those who’ve found a way to do what they truly love. It will give you ideas for other ways to earn a living, while at the same time enjoying your life. In David’s case, there was another podcaster who he heard, and thought it was something he would love to do. Have your own goals. If you are working every day in the corporate world, you are fulfilling the goals, and earning money of someone else. David encourages you to have your own goals, using the example of the band Duran Duran. You’ve got to hear their story and how they achieved their own goals, as David tells it. The status quo doesn’t have to be. Just because people expect you to go to work every day, dressed a certain way, being a high achiever, it doesn’t mean that you are required to be part of the status quo. Once David has this AH HA moment, he was ready to take that LEAP, and go for it. As he says, he “Broke Free”. Connect the dots. Go back in time, and look at yourself before life got serious (around ages 5-9). What things did you want to do? What did you truly enjoy doing every day? Then, go through your attic and look for things from that time period. In David’s case, he found cassette tapes that included interviews he had done with people around town when he was 9. He had completely forgotten about that. Next, look at the paths of your career. In his case, he had a training background, and then moved into doing presentations. All these dots connected him to what he is doing now – interviewing people and presenting topics to the world. What are your dots? Find a mentor (or at least a person who will encourage you). Having someone to encourage you to take a leap, can make all the difference. It feels great to know others believe you have what it takes to meet your own goals. Use your strengths to help you make the leap. For example, David has an Activator talent, which enables him to start projects. He uses this to go out each day, doing what he loves, and actually “living” his life. Can you believe he sometimes goes a whole week without checking his email? That’s because he can. Wait for the SUPER YESES. Once you are out on your own, if people approach you with deals that would bring in money, but not meet your own criteria for the new business you’ve started, then say no. David found that all the little no’s make room for the SUPER YESES, which are the ones that will really move you on. Live the 20/80 Rule. Knowing that 20% of the things you do bring 80% of the reward, PRIORITIZE your tasks to focus on the 20%, and limit the amount of time you spend on the other 80% (they can be time suckers). Remember, knowing your Strengths and understanding them can have a huge impact on your personal and professional lives. So go claim your talents and share them with the world. Resources of the Episode To “get more David in your life” check out these links: http://www.joinupdots.com and http://www.podcastersmastery.com. You can also connect with David on Twitter. During the podcast, David mentions Michael O'Neal, who hosts the Solopreneur Hour Podcast. If you are interested, here's the link: https://solopreneurhour.com/podcasts Subscribe To subscribe and review, here are your links for listening in iTunes and Stitcher Radio. You can also stream any episode right from the website. Subscribing is a great way to never miss an episode. 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SLEEVE A MESSAGE This segment of “In Your Business” Raegan features David Dresner, founder and chief publisher of Sleeve a Message—a company that produces custom, sustainable coffee sleeves, beverage sleeves and café supplies. David launched Sleeve a Message at just 22 years old!! Within its first year, the company had more than 100 clients and several employees. Four years later, he and his business show no signs of slowing down with 600 clients and a business model focused on expansion. In this episode: Learn David's unique business strategy and how he literally -started from the bottom, the advice he has for budding entrepreneurs, and what's next for Sleeve a Message. If you are interested in starting a business, looking to expand your current operations or just want to be inspired, don't miss this episode of “In Your Business.”
SLEEVE A MESSAGE This segment of “In Your Business” Raegan features David Dresner, founder and chief publisher of Sleeve a Message—a company that produces custom, sustainable coffee sleeves, beverage sleeves and café supplies. David launched Sleeve a Message at just 22 years old!! Within its first year, the company had more than 100 clients and several employees. Four years later, he and his business show no signs of slowing down with 600 clients and a business model focused on expansion. In this episode: Learn David’s unique business strategy and how he literally -started from the bottom, the advice he has for budding entrepreneurs, and what’s next for Sleeve a Message. If you are interested in starting a business, looking to expand your current operations or just want to be inspired, don’t miss this episode of “In Your Business.”