Podcasts about young entrepreneur council yec

Randall is passionate about new venture creation and the innovative spirit that fuels entrepreneurs and advances in technology. As an active investor and entrepreneur, he understands what it takes to successfully launch and grow a new business. He regularly publishes articles and speaks on entrepreneurship, venture capital, healthcare and the rise of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.Over the past decade, Randall has led over 40 angel investments and deployed over $60M across 14 companies as a venture capitalist. Randall is a co-founder and Managing Partner at TEXO Ventures where he focused on tech-enabled health services and he is the sole founder and Managing Partner at Novē Ventures where he focuses on investing in existing companies looking to leverage blockchain technology. Prior to TEXO, he led the Central Texas Angel Network (CTAN) to becoming one of the most active angel networks in the country. Randall also founded and launched Texas Venture Labs (TVL) at UT in order to give the next generation of investors unique experiential learning opportunities outside of the classroom.Before getting involved in venture and entrepreneurship, Randall was a Captain in the United States Army and is both Airborne and Ranger qualified. He served over six years active duty and deployed twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom where he was awarded two Bronze Stars for his actions during combat operations.Randall holds a BS from the United States Military Academy at West Point and an MBA from the McCombs School of Business. He is also a Kauffman Fellow and member of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC).

Ryan Paugh is the COO and co-founder of The Community Company, the organization revolutionizing the future of professional organizations. He is also the author of Superconnector: Stop Networking and Start Building Business Relationships That Matter and a renowned thought leader on creating strong communities and teams. Ryan co-founded Brazen Careerist, a career-management site for high-achieving young professionals and ambitious college students, and Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invitation-only organization for leading entrepreneurs.  Website: https://community.co/ Personal Website: ryanpaugh.com Book Website: superconnectorbook.com Twitter: twitter.com/ryanpaugh LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ryanpaugh YEC, community for top, young entrepreneurs I co-founded: yec.co Episode Link: https://iamceo.co/2018/12/31/iam140-coo-co-founder-and-author-revolutionizing-the-future-of-professional-organizations/

Ep #138 - In today's podcast episode, I'm joined by Zach Burkes to discuss the hot topic of demand generation and what it takes in 2022 to fill your sales pipeline. Zach is a serial entrepreneur, sales coach, and a co-founder here at Predictable Profits Coaching. Zach is also the Chief Revenue Officer at Predictable Profits, where he offers unique business insights and growth lessons from his own experience building multimillion dollar companies. In fact, his advice has been featured in Fox Business, Inc., AllBusiness, Verge, Chicago Tribune, Sacramento Business Journal, SUCCESS, Forbes, and more. Zach is a passionate and fiercely loyal coach to entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners. He's a proud member of Global Shapers (Sacramento) and the invite-only group, the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). At Predictable Profits, Zach and I specialize in finding overlooked growth opportunities commonly found in most small-to-medium sized businesses. We drive growth and sales with actionable strategies for rapidly increasing a company's profits. Beyond that, we help implement the necessary systems to handle growth and scale.   Learn More About Zach Burkes and Predictable Profits: Visit the Predictable Profits website at: https://predictableprofits.com/ Email Zach Burkes at: zach@predictableprofits.com Follow Zach Burkes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachburkes/ Follow Zach Burkes on Twitter: https://twitter.com/zachburkes Also, please remember to subscribe, rate, and leave a written review for the show if you find value in it. Your reviews help this show to reach a wider audience and I appreciate everyone that has been leaving them.     FOLLOW CHARLES GAUDET ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow Charles Gaudet on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charlesgaudet Follow Charles Gaudet on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charlesgaudet Follow Charles Gaudet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charlesgaudet   VISIT THE PREDICTABLE PROFITS WEBSITE: https://PredictableProfits.com

Hello there ROCKSTARS! Welcome to The Entrepreneur Mastery Lab Podcast Episode 82 ~ The Importance of PR and Using Your Voice (especially for women) with Liana Zavo. This week inside the Lab, we are joined by Liana Zavo of ZavoMedia Group. Liana Zavo, a college dropout, and single mom turned millionaire strategist and visionary has always blazed her trail. Now as a best-selling author she is determined to empower other young professionals to do the same. Liana's New York-based PR and digital branding boutique agency, ZavoMedia Group, is the go-to agency for helping clients globally secure media placements. Liana is the woman in the know who gives voice to the voiceless, teaches how to develop authority, and helps CEOs become recognized experts. Liana thrives by helping entrepreneurs, and CEOs communicate their vision to gain credibility and visibility through top-tier publications to significantly increase profitability for their business. Her experience and knowledge in public relations and the digital media arena have opened the door for Liana to become a highly successful columnist for Forbes and Entrepreneur magazine, where she shines a light on female startups. She also is the chief editor of her business and lifestyle magazine and has authored the book, B.E.P.I.C.: Be Seen & Be Heard. Liana is an official member of Forbes Business Council, Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), and Chairwoman of WMW Lounge. Philanthropy is incredibly important to Liana as she has mentored in the last 4 years over 1500 women in high schools, the first year of college, and orphanages. She instills her five proven simple hacks when empowering the next generation of aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals. Her passion project is to mentor one million women in the next five years. Liana is proudly the first female entrepreneur and best-selling author in her family.   How to contact Eddie (here's a few ways): hello@zavomedia.com @ladyzavotv @zavomedia   Liana's Giveaways to YOU, our awesome listeners... Sign up for Free BEPIC MASTERCLASS  www.ZavoMedia.com     Join our private Facebook Community Group, The Entrepreneur Mastery Lab ~ A Place for Service Professionals to Give & Grow A Freebie from us!  https://www.jbandthedoctor.com/freegift/   Click for all of our Links and Social Media   Please Like, Subscribe and Give Us a Review (5 stars sounds like the best option) 

Ep #124 - This week on the podcast, I'm joined by one of the co-founders of Predictable Profits Coaching, Zach Burkes. Zach is the Chief Revenue Officer at Predictable Profits, where he offers unique business insights and growth lessons from his own experience building multimillion dollar companies. In fact, his advice has been featured in Fox Business, Inc., AllBusiness, Verge, Chicago Tribune, Sacramento Business Journal, SUCCESS, Forbes, and more. Zach is a passionate and fiercely loyal coach to entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners. He's a proud member of Global Shapers (Sacramento) and the invite-only group, the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). At Predictable Profits, Zach and I specialize in finding overlooked growth opportunities commonly found in most small-to-medium sized businesses. We drive growth and sales with actionable strategies for rapidly increasing a company's profits. Beyond that, we help implement the necessary systems to handle growth and scale. Learn More About Zach Burkes and Predictable Profits: Visit the Predictable Profits website at: https://predictableprofits.com/ Email Zach Burkes at: zach@predictableprofits.com Follow Zach Burkes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachburkes/ Follow Zach Burkes on Twitter: https://twitter.com/zachburkes Also, please remember to subscribe, rate, and leave a written review for the show if you find value in it. Your reviews help this show to reach a wider audience and I appreciate everyone that has been leaving them.   FOLLOW CHARLES GAUDET ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow Charles Gaudet on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charlesgaudet Follow Charles Gaudet on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charlesgaudet Follow Charles Gaudet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charlesgaudet   VISIT THE PREDICTABLE PROFITS WEBSITE: https://PredictableProfits.com

Ashley Ingle is the Chief Executive Officer at Profit Matters, a company specializing in accounting and bookkeeping services. Using the powerful combination of skilled professionals and automated software tools, Profit Matters is on a mission to make a high-performing accounting department available to every business. Ashley is also a Partner at I Love Numbers, the President of Ashley Concrete, and a member of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC).  In this episode… How can you avoid financial risk while making sure your business is always on the winning side?  As a CPA with experience in the contracting space, Ashley Ingle has seen — and personally encountered — various financial mistakes. Now, she's guiding owners to create more profitable, financially sound businesses. To avoid risk, Ashley says contractors need to look for jobs that are more profitable, bid the right margin, stop “buying work,” and document all procedures.  In this episode of This is Concrete, Chad Gill talks with Ashley Ingle, Chief Executive Officer at Profit Matters, about the best strategies to manage your business' finances. Ashley explains the common mistakes companies make, how the smartest contractors make money, and the real cost of bad bookkeeping. Stay tuned!

Ep #120 - This week on the podcast, I'm joined by Zach Burkes, a serial entrepreneur, sales coach, and a co-founder of Predictable Profits Coaching. Zach is the Chief Revenue Officer at Predictable Profits, where he offers unique business insights and growth lessons from his own experience building multimillion dollar companies. In fact, his advice has been featured in Fox Business, Inc., AllBusiness, Verge, Chicago Tribune, Sacramento Business Journal, SUCCESS, Forbes, and more. Zach is a passionate and fiercely loyal coach to entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners. He's a proud member of Global Shapers (Sacramento) and the invite-only group, the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). At Predictable Profits, Zach and I specialize in finding overlooked growth opportunities commonly found in most small-to-medium sized businesses. We drive growth and sales with actionable strategies for rapidly increasing a company's profits. Beyond that, we help implement the necessary systems to handle growth and scale. Learn More About Zach Burkes and Predictable Profits: Visit the Predictable Profits website at: https://predictableprofits.com/ Email Zach Burkes at: zach@predictableprofits.com Follow Zach Burkes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachburkes/ Follow Zach Burkes on Twitter: https://twitter.com/zachburkes Also, please remember to subscribe, rate, and leave a written review for the show if you find value in it. Your reviews help this show to reach a wider audience and I appreciate everyone that has been leaving them.   FOLLOW CHARLES GAUDET ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow Charles Gaudet on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charlesgaudet Follow Charles Gaudet on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charlesgaudet Follow Charles Gaudet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charlesgaudet   VISIT THE PREDICTABLE PROFITS WEBSITE: https://PredictableProfits.com

I am thrilled to not only be back with guest podcasts, but to be back with the one and only Frank Mengert. Frank is the founder of EBM, the nation's largest benefits technology provider. He is a leader in the employee benefits technology field, he has helped bridge the gap between insurance and technology-driven solutions for brokers, consultants, carriers, and employers nationwide. Frank didn't land here easily. In fact, Frank came to the place where he is today from a pile of debt and two weeks' of pay to get him by. Join me as we dig in, learn about Frank's journey and most importantly what he did, the practices that he has adopted, and what he does to keep propelling himself forward. Let's GO! https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankmengert Frank B. Mengert is the founder of ebm, a leading provider of employee benefits technology solutions. He brings an energetic spirit and a unique, sought after level of expertise to the world of HR and benefits. As a leader in the employee benefits technology field, he has helped bridge the gap between insurance and technology driven solutions for brokers, consultants, carriers and employers nationwide. He founded ebm with the mission of providing brokers and benefits consultants with an outsourced, affordable approach to leverage best-in-breed technology solutions. Under his direction, ebm has been able to develop partnerships in all 50 states across the U.S. strategically working with many of the top ten benefit consultants, as well as large regional players and local state-based firms. Frank is also a nationally recognized speaker on benefits technology, podcast host, contributing writer for Inc and Forbes, a member of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), and a member of the board of directors for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Ryan Paugh teaches us about human connection and how to manage loneliness. You know him as the COO and co-founder of The Community Company, the organization revolutionizing the future of professional organizations. He is also the author of Superconnector: Stop Networking and Start Building Business Relationships That Matter and a renowned thought leader on creating strong communities and teams. Ryan co-founded Brazen Careerist, a career-management site for high-achieving young professionals and ambitious college students, and Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invitation-only organization for leading entrepreneurs. And today he and I get super fresh, super real about what connection truly means and what you can do if you're feeling lonely. This is one you absolutely can't miss! Champions are built, not born. To watch motivational keynote performances -> https://missklyn.com/top-motivational-keynote-speaker/ To learn more about sales management workshops and training ->https://missklyn.com/sales-management-workshop/ To sign up for Klyn's one of a kind sales-boosting newsletter, visit -> https://missklyn.com/

Klyn Elsbury is a sales coach, two-time best-selling author, and keynote speaker. She is a Corporate Sales Consultant at MK Foundation, where she creates custom sales processes to help organizations optimize their sales team performance. Klyn is also a motivational speaker for sales teams and Fortune 1000 brands, as well as the host of The Truth About Sales podcast.  In addition to her work at MK Foundation, Klyn is a member of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) and a Chairwoman of Board Development for the Cystic Fibrosis Lifestyle Foundation. She has been featured in over 150 publications, including a prime-time debut on NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt. In this episode… Many lawyers struggle with sales. However, Klyn Elsbury suggests that making a sale isn't actually that different from negotiating in a courtroom. Today, she's here to share her tried-and-true method for improving your sales game and successfully closing a deal.  One of the main elements of Klyn's sales process is connection. As she says, successful sales aren't about rapidly expanding your network and moving on when you don't get the sale; they're about creating genuine relationships and deepening the connections you already have. According to Klyn, the people that can change your business are probably already in your network — you just have to reach out! In this episode of The Guts and Glory Show, Luis Scott is joined by Klyn Elsbury, a best-selling author, keynote speaker, and corporate sales consultant at MK Foundation. Klyn shares how she transitioned into the world of sales and speaking, the importance of gratitude, and why you should consistently lead with transparency. Plus, Klyn also breaks down her secret to sales success. You don't want to miss this episode!

Nate Andorsky is the Co-founder and CEO of Creative Science, a full-service digital agency that uses behavioral science in combination with technological and digital capabilities to solve human problems. Before co-founding Creative Science, Nate worked for the nonprofit Startup America Partnership as a Technology Project Manager. Nate is a board member of 2Gether-International and a member of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). He has been featured in numerous publications, including The Huffington Post, Forbes, and Inc. Magazine. Nate is also the author of Decoding the Why: How Behavioral Science is Driving the Next Generation of Product Design. In this episode: How can behavioral economics help nonprofits succeed? What's the formula for creating an impactful website? Why are monthly giving campaigns so successful? Nate Andorsky is here to answer all these questions and more. Nate is the expert on using behavioral science in combination with data and technology to boost companies and solve their marketing problems. He's here to share strategies and concepts that you won't want to miss. On this week's episode of Rally the Cause, Jeff Rum talks with Nate Andorsky, Co-founder and CEO of Creative Science, about the intersection of behavioral science and product design. Nate discusses the benefits of behavioral economics for nonprofits, ways that companies can generate more conversions through their websites, how to communicate your message effectively, and much more. Stay tuned!

In today's GROW B2B FASTER episode, our host Sammy, Managing Partner and founder of SAWOO catches up with Josh Mastel, Founder and CEO of UpRoar Partners.That's in it for you1. How UpRoar Partners drives successful sales solutions with customised, multichannel outreach strategies2. The importance of effectively pivoting and positioning your product in a niche market3. Why to leverage cold calling in B2B Sales and UpRoar Partners personal approach to it4. UpRoar Partners hiring process and personality-revealing interview questions5. Josh's view on automation and how innovative software tools can helpAbout JoshJosh is a determined, passionate business leader with a great deal of experience in managing large, successful sales organizations. He stands out for his high enthusiasm for sales and new digital technologies. Josh is a member of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) and serves as mentor at both Techstars and Big brother Big Sisters of America.About UpRoar PartnersUpRoar Partners works together with B2B tech companies across the United States to drive leads, book demos, and grow revenue. To reach these objectives, they take responsibility for the strategy, the research, the management, the execution, and the tech tools. It was founded in 2017 by Josh Mastel and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.ShownotesFind Josh on LinkedInJosh's company UpRoar PartnersJosh's method for keeping mind and body sharp: 75 Hard by Andy FrisellaJosh's favorite Business book: Atomic Habits by James ClearJosh's favorite Business leaders: Gary Vee, Grant Cardone, Elon Musk

Ep #82 - This week on the podcast, I'm joined by Frank B. Mengert, the founder of ebm, a leading provider of employee benefits technology solutions. Frank is a leading voice in the employee benefits technology field, and he has helped bridge the gap between insurance and technology driven solutions for brokers, consultants, carriers, and employers nationwide. When Frank founded ebm, he did so with the mission to help brokers and benefits consultants find an outsourced, affordable, and technology-driven solution. Under his direction, ebm has developed strategic partnerships across the U.S. with many of the top ten benefits consultants, large regional players, and local state-based firms. Frank is also a nationally recognized speaker, podcast host, contributing writer for Inc. and Forbes, a member of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), and a member of the board of directors for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.   Learn More About Frank B Mengert and ebm:   Visit the ebm website at: https://getebm.com/   Connect with Frank on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankmengert/   Connect with Frank on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frankmengert_/   Connect with Frank on Twitter: https://twitter.com/frankmengert   Also, please remember to subscribe, rate, and leave a written review for the show if you find value in it. Your reviews help this show to reach a wider audience and I appreciate everyone that has been leaving them.   FOLLOW CHARLES GAUDET ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow Charles Gaudet on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charlesgaudet Follow Charles Gaudet on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charlesgaudet Follow Charles Gaudet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charlesgaudet   VISIT THE PREDICTABLE PROFITS WEBSITE: https://PredictableProfits.com

There is good reason that Myles Hunter, Co-founder and CEO of TutorMe, was accepted into the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invitation-only community for the world's most successful entrepreneurs 45 and younger, this year. His online tutoring solution has not only accelerated during the pandemic but has the potential to further transform higher education. In this episode of EdTechToday, Myles breaks down the model and details how online tutoring can bring benefits for both students and institutions.Myles was selected to join YEC based on his accomplishments as an entrepreneur and proven industry leadership. "I am honored to be selected to join the Young Entrepreneur Council," shared Hunter. "I am looking forward to sharing my experiences and inspiring other young leaders to start their entrepreneurial journey."Scott Gerber, founder of YEC, says, "We are honored to welcome Myles to YEC. Our philosophy is that by curating the very best entrepreneurial minds around and providing them with a space to build meaningful relationships and access more opportunity, our members can further their success and the success of the entire entrepreneurial ecosystem." The company last month announced an integration with Clever, the most widely used single sign-on (SSO) portal in K-12 schools nationwide. COVID-19 introduced K-12 parents and children to the benefits of online tutoring. Likewise, teachers and administrators saw how helpful access to 24/7 online tutoring was when a student needed immediate help."As schools have begun transitioning students back to classrooms, they are continuing to integrate services like TutorMe into their ongoing student support services," said TutorMe Co-founder and CEO Myles Hunter.Through this integration, district and charter schools that use Clever, and that partner with TutorMe to provide their K-12 students with on-demand access to TutorMe's 24/7 online tutoring platform, can do so with single sign-on into their online platforms."Our integration with Clever is part of TutorMe's overarching commitment to make learning as convenient and effective as possible," continued Hunter.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Today’s guest is Myles Hunter, Co-Founder & CEO of TutorMe. Tutorme serves as an online educational site. They offer on-demand tutoring, online courses, and serve customers all over the world. At the age of 29, Hunter is in his sixth year as CEO of TutorMe, which started in 2015. Hunter has been accepted into the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invitation-only community for the world's most successful entrepreneurs 45 and younger. He was chosen to join YEC on the basis of his achievements as an entrepreneur and demonstrated leadership of the industry. Stay tuned! You’re going to love this episode.

18 months ago, I started to question everything about my company that I had worked so hard to build. It was like I had hit a brick wall. My business was booming, an awesome team, year over year growth, profits on the rise - everything a successful company needs. But I felt like it was all going to come crashing down sooner or later. We were no longer this small company and I was worried I wasn't doing the right things to continue this upward trajectory we were on. I turned to my trusted circle: Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) with what I was feeling. Almost everyone recommended the Entrepreneurial Operating System. They also told me if I was going to take it seriously to reach out to Ben Berman, Certified EOS Implementer. When I tell you, it was the absolute best business decision I have made (ever) – it's an understatement. Kicking off Season 4, on

Jeremy Jacobs is the Chairman & CEO of Enlighten, a leading cannatech company that specializes in retail and marketing solutions, where he oversees technology development and delivery to clients. Jeremy is a lifelong entrepreneur, starting when he was six years old selling fruits and vegetables at his local farmer’s market. Jeremy brought his passion for creating innovative products of value to a variety of industries, including finance, energy and technology. He is well-known and respected in each industry for deciphering and inventing solutions to their real problems, often invited to be the main speaker or presenter at meetings.In 2008, Jeremy founded EYECONIC.TV, leaders in POS media providing the only fully managed digital signage, menu and touch screen kiosk solutions. He and his team invented the very first digital menu for restaurants and one of the first digital directories. Prior to EYECONIC.TV, Jeremy worked in the energy and mining business, during which he invented multiple patented technologies and drilled several hundred natural gas wells in Western Kentucky. He is also an official member of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), a community organization that provides entrepreneurs with the resources and social capital they need to succeed, and received a select invite to Forbes Agency Council.

Amy Stellhorn is the Founder and CEO of Big Monocle, an award-inning, socially-minded creative and branding agency headquartered in Silicon Valley. She describes her team as a multi-platform problem solving team. She is a designer, a creator, a marketing expert and a friend. Amy is also the co-founder of the Sego Awards™, Utah's first awards for female entrepreneurs, and an official member of Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). In this episode… Your business' brand is not your logo or trademark. It is what customers feel towards you and your brand the moment they see your name. See, you are not in control of what your brand is; your customers are. But what you can do is shape your brand's image in the eyes of your customers and make it more appealing to them.  But according to Amy Stellhorn, branding and even rebranding involves a number of steps to make sure that there's a need for it and that it is suitable to what you need as a company, what your customers' needs are, and how it compares to those of your competitors. Join Eric Stopper in this episode of the Buy Box Experts podcast as he interviews Amy Stellhorn, a branding expert and founder of Big Monocle, about her thoughts on how companies should brand themselves in the digital age of Amazon. She will be talking about what branding means, the importance of first product impressions, how brands in saturated markets can stand out, and how to increase product conversion rates. Stay tuned.

This podcast interview focuses on product innovation that has the power to help Not for Profits raise more donations and achieve their cause faster. My guest is David Semerad, CEO of Kindest.David is a driven entrepreneur with more than a decade of experience in the software development field. He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and a master’s degree in information technology from the Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague. He also studied at Technische Universitat Munchen in Germany and Universidad de Malaga in Spain and is a member of the Forbes Agency Council as well as the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC).In 2004 he co-founded STRV, a one-stop mobile app and web development shop working with top-tier startups and brands. In addition to STRV has spun off several companies. The Game, acquired by Spark Networks in 2014, followed by Surge, the world’s 3rd largest gay social network (3M+ users) and one of the world’s fastest food delivery startups Ordr.David’s work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Wired and TechCrunch.What triggered me to invite David to my podcast was his most recent startup Kindest. Kindest and here is why: Just as nonprofits rely on the generosity of their donors, Kindest business model relies on optional tips. It’s what allows Kindest to remain completely free for all nonprofits that need them. In our podcast interview we explore the underserved market for small and medium sized Not for Profits and how the basic needs of donors – transparency - are even today still not met. We also discuss Kindest business model, and how exactly that business model gives them the ultimate incentive to do exactly the right thing for their ideal customer. And this pays off.Here are some of his quotes:There is a huge opportunity to bring something extremely, intuitive, simple and effective in the hands of nonprofits, because right now all the tools available there are focused on large nonprofit organizations that have big teams in house. But actually, the fun fact is that there is 1.5 million nonprofits in the US, and 92% of them are actually small to medium size. And no one is focused on those 92% of nonprofitsThey don't have a marketing expert in house. They don't have an engineer in house and there is no tools available for them. So we decided to jump into the space. We basically build a solution that is extremely easy, effective, and also free to help all their fundraising and donor management needs. Whereas we don't charge any monthly or annual fees. We don't take any cut on donations and everything is just directly going to nonprofit.During this interview, you will learn three things:That creating a cool-looking app doesn’t always mean it will take off. If people are not waking up in the middle of the night around the idea of your solution, it likely doesn’t solve a valuable and urgent problem.That momentum starts when you’ve created a solution that gives your users their focus back and allows them to do what they are good at. Why its key to avoid conflict of interest by aligning your mission and your business model. If the two are optimally aligned it will create your flywheel. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ep #19 - In today's podcast episode, I'm joined by Zach Burkes, a serial entrepreneur, sales coach, and the co-founder of a multi-million dollar company. Zach started his first company at 23. He's now a team member at Predictable Profits with myself and he has amazing advice and growth lessons to share. In fact, his advice stories have been featured in Fox Business, Inc., AllBusiness, Verge, Chicago Tribune, Sacramento Business Journal, SUCCESS, Forbes and more... Zach is a passionate and fiercely-loyal coach to entrepreneurs, founders and business owners. He's a proud member of Global Shapers (Sacramento) and the invite-only group, the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). At Predictable Profits, Zach and I specialize in finding overlooked growth opportunities commonly found in most small-to-medium sized businesses. We drive growth and sales with actionable strategies for rapidly increasing a company's profits. Beyond that, we help implement the necessary systems to handle growth and scale. In today's interview, we dive into Zach's back story and dig into how he made his first million dollars as a startup founder and what it took to get there. Learn More About Zach Burkes and Predictable Profits: Visit the Predictable Profits website at: https://predictableprofits.com/ Email Zach Burkes at: zach@predictableprofits.com For speaking inquiries for Zach, fill out a contact form at: https://predictableprofits.com/contact/ For testimonials and case studies from clients Zach and Predictable Profits have served, visit: https://predictableprofits.com/testimonials/ Follow Zach Burkes on Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachburkes/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/zachburkes Please remember to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any future episodes. Your support and reviews are important and help us to grow and improve the show. Follow Charles Gaudet on Social Media: Facebook: Facebook.com/PredictableProfits Instagram: Instagram.com/PredictableProfits Twitter: Twitter.com/CharlesGaudet LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/CharlesGaudet Visit Charles Gaudet's Wesbites: www.PredictableProfits.com www.Beyond7Figures.com Get a copy of Charles Gaudet's book, "The Predictable Profits Playbook," at: www.PredictableProfitsPlaybook.com  

Hey there Powderkeg fans! Nick here from the Powderkeg team. This is episode 97 of Powderkeg: Igniting Startups, the show for entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators building remarkable tech companies in areas outside of Silicon Valley. Today we’re revisiting an old episode where Matt spoke with Scott Gerber. He’s the co-founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) and The Community Company, and he’s spent nearly a decade helping entrepreneurs and global brands alike intelligently grow their networks. Scott has based his entire career on business relationships and helping other people build them. The interview is from March 2018, and we’re taking this episode out of the archives because it’s one of our most popular interviews from last year. In this interview, Scott shares some of the strategies from his 2018 book called “Superconnector” and explains why taking the long view on relationship-building and being a connector instead of a networker will ultimately lead to greater business - and personal - success.

Today’s guest was called “a cult legend in the online community-building world” by Mashable. He has been at the forefront of building highly curated, technology-enabled communities for ambitious professionals. He is focused on creating a strong membership experience and positive business outcomes for thousands of successful executives, thought leaders, business owners, and entrepreneurs across the country. He first co-founded Brazen Technologies, a career-management site for high-achieving young professionals and ambitious college students. After that, he went on to co-found Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invitation-only organization for leading entrepreneurs. In 2018, along with his business partner Scott Gerber, he authored Superconnector: Stop Networking & Start Building Business Relationships That Matter. Today, he and his team are building the future of professional organizations with The Community Company, an organization which creates community programs for global brands and media companies. Please join me in welcoming Ryan Paugh. Would you leave an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast? Or Stitcher? They are extremely helpful and I read each and every one of them. Thanks for the inspiration! In this episode we discuss: his thoughts on leadership: “Leadership is being a person who puts other people’s needs in front of their own to focus on how they can help other people do their best work, sometimes at the sacrifice of what they are working on.” how his focus for business growth is on helping the people on his team break through barriers to be their best. how his empathy and desire for everyone to feel connected has existed his whole life, and how connecting people began when he was young. what being a superconnector looks like for him as an introverted and analytical person. his thoughts on networking events and how he creates an oasis for people who want to connect with others away from the noise. how he connects with people in his extended network, using a combination of strategy, intention, and serendipity. Links Ryan Paugh on LinkedIn and Twitter. www.ryanpaugh.com The Community Company Books mentioned in this episode: “Superconnector: Stop Networking and Start Building Business Relationships that Matter” by Scott Gerber and Ryan Paugh Other Resources: Listen to my interview with Scott Gerber. Learn more about Susan Cain. Listen to my interview with Morra Aarons-Mele. Learn more about The Hero Club. Learn more about Young Entrepreneur Club (YEC). Learn more about David Spinks of CMX. Learn more about Richard Branson. Learn more about Adage. Learn more about Forbes Councils. Listen to my interview with Dorie Clark. Learn more about Podcast Movement conference. Learn more about the INBOUND conference. About Robbie: Robbie Samuels is a keynote speaker and relationship-based business strategist who has been recognized as a “networking expert” by both Inc. and Lifehacker. He is the author of the best-selling business book Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences and has been profiled in the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Fast Company. His clients include associations and corporations including Marriott, AmeriCorps, Hostelling International, and General Assembly. He has been featured in several books including Stand Out: How to Find Your Breakthrough Idea and Build a Following Around It by Dorie Clark and The Connector’s Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow Your Influence and Impact by Michelle Tillis Lederman. He has guest lectured at many leading educational institutions including Harvard University, Cornell University, Brandeis University, and Northeastern University. Robbie is the host of On the Schmooze podcast which features his networking strategies and talented professionals sharing untold stories of leadership and networking.

Today's guest was called “a cult legend in the online community-building world” by Mashable. He has been at the forefront of building highly curated, technology-enabled communities for ambitious professionals. He is focused on creating a strong membership experience and positive business outcomes for thousands of successful executives, thought leaders, business owners, and entrepreneurs across the country. He first co-founded Brazen Technologies, a career-management site for high-achieving young professionals and ambitious college students. After that, he went on to co-found Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invitation-only organization for leading entrepreneurs. In 2018, along with his business partner Scott Gerber, he authored Superconnector: Stop Networking & Start Building Business Relationships That Matter. Today, he and his team are building the future of professional organizations with The Community Company, an organization which creates community programs for global brands and media companies. Please join me in welcoming Ryan Paugh.   In this episode we discuss: his thoughts on leadership: “Leadership is being a person who puts other people's needs in front of their own to focus on how they can help other people do their best work, sometimes at the sacrifice of what they are working on.” how his focus for business growth is on helping the people on his team break through barriers to be their best. how his empathy and desire for everyone to feel connected has existed his whole life, and how connecting people began when he was young. what being a superconnector looks like for him as an introverted and analytical person. his thoughts on networking events and how he creates an oasis for people who want to connect with others away from the noise. how he connects with people in his extended network, using a combination of strategy, intention, and serendipity. Listen, subscribe and read show notes at www.OnTheSchmooze.com - episode 146

Patrick Bardsley is in charge of strategy and management in the running of Spectrum Designs Foundation. He holds a Masters in Special Education, with a concentration in Behavior Analysis through Long Island University. A natural leader and innovator, he spends most of his time securing future growth and relationships for the betterment and expansion of all of our social enterprises. Patrick brings an enormous skillset that spans many disciplines, as well as over 12 years of experience working with teens and young adults with autism. Outside of his work at Spectrum Designs, Patrick is a member of both the internationally renowned NationSwell Council and the invite-only Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). Patrick also oversees the running of all Spectrum's enterprises; Spectrum Bakes, Spectrum Suds and Spectrum Grows and serves on the board of the Nicholas Center and New York State Industries for the Disabled. “The biggest obstacle is often yourself and the stories you tell yourself about why you can't do something. So, I really, really believe that if you can figure out the story you are telling yourself and really question its validity you will do well…Wherever you can have your company and its actions leave the world in a better place than when it started… I believe the good you put out into the world comes back to you 10 times over”…[Listen for More] Click Here for Show Notes To Listen or to Get the Show Notes go to https://wp.me/p6Tf4b-6YV

Ryan Paugh is the COO and co-founder of The Community Company, the organization revolutionizing the future of professional organizations. He is also the author of Superconnector: Stop Networking and Start Building Business Relationships That Matter and a renowned thought leader on creating strong communities and teams. Ryan co-founded Brazen Careerist, a career-management site for high-achieving young professionals and ambitious college students, and Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invitation-only organization for leading entrepreneurs. Website: https://community.co/ Personal Website: ryanpaugh.com Book Website: superconnectorbook.com Twitter: twitter.com/ryanpaugh LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ryanpaugh YEC, community for top, young entrepreneurs I co-founded: yec.co

Michael Dash is the CEO and President of Parallel HR Solutions. He is a life-long entrepreneur and the ultimate example of just how messy a business partnership break-up can be. We talk about the early days of Parallel HR and how a six-month commitment turned into eleven years. Michael also tells me about how he got tangled up in a six-year lawsuit and nearly lost his sanity in the process. After discussing his fall, he shares how he found peace of mind again and changed his life for the better. Today’s episode is a cautionary tale about how to keep your ego in check and when to know to cut your losses. What you will learn: Michael’s business background. How Michael got into the staffing service business. The early years of Parallel HR and the move to Utah. How Michael and his partner structured the business. Why he decided to buy his partner out of the company. How the buy-out led to a lawsuit and a counter lawsuit. The danger of emotional decision making. The 2 people not to ask advice from during a lawsuit. How flow consciousness helped Michael make positive changes in his life. The importance of small changes. The power of positivity. How the six-year lawsuit was settled. Michael’s future plans moving forward. The 5 principles of activation. Michael’s final thoughts. Takeaways: Make sure your business structure is set in stone. Have the hard conversations and discuss how a big business change will be handled before tempers flare and lawyers are called. Avoid ambiguity and lay it all out in the beginning. Keep your ego out of business decisions. Logic is the key to running a business, know why you are in the business and keep the why in mind so you don’t get sidetracked by personal feelings. Links and Resources: GEXP Collaborative Ignite Journeys Michael’s Thrive Global Articles FATE: From Addict to Entrepreneur Michael Dash on Instagram Michael Dash on LinkedIn Michael Dash on Facebook Michael Dash’s website About Michael: Michael grew up in a small town in New Jersey where he developed his passion for entrepreneurship while working with his father. Michael learned the value of hard work and the importance of a strong worth ethic during this time. He went on to study at the University of Maryland. He began his career in sports advertising and soon began working with a childhood friend in the staffing business. In 2007, he followed a business opportunity to Utah. This was the birth of a thriving technology talent acquisition firm called Parallel HR Solutions where he is the CEO and President. Michael is also an active community member and philanthropist. He supports and is a member of the Leukemia Lymphoma Society’s Team-in-Training fundraising group. He is also a part of several national organizations such as Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) and The Founders Organization. He has plans to finish his book Chasing the High early next year.

Michael Dash is the CEO and President of Parallel HR Solutions. He is a life-long entrepreneur and the ultimate example of just how messy a business partnership break-up can be. We talk about the early days of Parallel HR and how a six-month commitment turned into eleven years. Michael also tells me about how he got tangled up in a six-year lawsuit and nearly lost his sanity in the process. After discussing his fall, he shares how he found peace of mind again and changed his life for the better. Today’s episode is a cautionary tale about how to keep your ego in check and when to know to cut your losses. What you will learn: Michael’s business background. How Michael got into the staffing service business. The early years of Parallel HR and the move to Utah. How Michael and his partner structured the business. Why he decided to buy his partner out of the company. How the buy-out led to a lawsuit and a counter lawsuit. The danger of emotional decision making. The 2 people not to ask advice from during a lawsuit. How flow consciousness helped Michael make positive changes in his life. The importance of small changes. The power of positivity. How the six-year lawsuit was settled. Michael’s future plans moving forward. The 5 principles of activation. Michael’s final thoughts. Takeaways: Make sure your business structure is set in stone. Have the hard conversations and discuss how a big business change will be handled before tempers flare and lawyers are called. Avoid ambiguity and lay it all out in the beginning. Keep your ego out of business decisions. Logic is the key to running a business, know why you are in the business and keep the why in mind so you don’t get sidetracked by personal feelings. Links and Resources: GEXP Collaborative Ignite Journeys Michael’s Thrive Global Articles FATE: From Addict to Entrepreneur Michael Dash on Instagram Michael Dash on LinkedIn Michael Dash on Facebook Michael Dash’s website About Michael: Michael grew up in a small town in New Jersey where he developed his passion for entrepreneurship while working with his father. Michael learned the value of hard work and the importance of a strong worth ethic during this time. He went on to study at the University of Maryland. He began his career in sports advertising and soon began working with a childhood friend in the staffing business. In 2007, he followed a business opportunity to Utah. This was the birth of a thriving technology talent acquisition firm called Parallel HR Solutions where he is the CEO and President. Michael is also an active community member and philanthropist. He supports and is a member of the Leukemia Lymphoma Society’s Team-in-Training fundraising group. He is also a part of several national organizations such as Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) and The Founders Organization. He has plans to finish his book Chasing the High early next year.

No one likes the person at the conference or cocktail hour who’s only interested in promoting their company and handing out business cards. This shameless “networker” mentality will not only annoy everyone else in the room, but also hurt your business by burning bridges with potential collaborators. Fortunately, serial entrepreneur Scott Gerber is an expert on the other way to build business relationships—the way of the “connector.” Scott has based his whole career on business relationships and helping other people build them. As the co-founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) and The Community Company, he’s spent nearly a decade helping entrepreneurs and global brands alike intelligently grow their networks. And in his recently released book “Superconnector: Stop Networking and Start Building Business Relationships that Matter,” he explains why taking the long view on relationship-building and being a connector instead of a networker will ultimately lead to greater success. In this episode of Powderkeg: Igniting Startups, Scott shares how to use the “superconnector” mindset and strategies to create meaningful relationships that fuel business growth. You’ll learn the importance of generosity in being an effective connector, how to more easily spot “takers” in business and life, and how to be the “Sherlock Holmes of discourse” to get the most out of every conversation you have. In this episode with Scott Gerber, you’ll learn: *How self-audits can help you move past your biggest failures (4:55) *Why it’s better to be a connector than a networker (17:04) *How to spot a “taker” who’s only interested in what they can get from you (26:25) *Proven superconnector strategies for building business relationships that matter (29:43) *The role generosity plays in a successful career and a fulfilling life (41:20) *What your family can teach you about giving to others (44:48) Please enjoy this conversation with Scott Gerber! If you like this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on iTunes. You can also follow us on Soundcloud or Stitcher. We have an incredible lineup of interviews we’ll be releasing every Tuesday here on the Powderkeg Podcast. Check it out at powderkeg.com/itunes.

Ryan Paugh has been at the forefront of building highly curated, technology-enabled communities for ambitious professionals. He first co-founded Brazen Careerist, a career-management site for high-achieving young professionals and ambitious college students, where he led the company’s community development efforts. Brazen Careerist was recognized as one of the top social networks for Gen Y entrepreneurs by Mashable. Ryan then went on to co-found Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) in 2010 with Scott Gerber, an invite-only organization for top entrepreneurs 40 and under that Entrepreneur noted “has quickly become one of the most elite organizations of its kind.” He saw YEC as a unique opportunity to apply the expertise he developed at Brazen Careerist to help fellow entrepreneurs access the resources, technology and most important, people they need to succeed. YEC’s members now generate billions of dollars in revenue and have created tens of thousands of jobs. Today, Ryan and his team are building on their vision of the future of professional organizations with The Community Company, a company poised to launch dozens of vetted communities engineered to help ambitious professionals grow their network and expand business opportunities. It’s a mission Ryan identifies with; after graduating from Penn State University and launching his own entrepreneurial career, he knows firsthand the value of a trusted community. Called “a cult legend in the online-community building world” by Mashable, Ryan is now focused on creating a strong membership experience and positive business outcomes for thousands of successful executives, thought leaders, business owners and entrepreneurs across the country. Our episode today is all about super connectors, creating meaningful beneficial relationships and habitual generosity. Ryan shares advice on networking, relationship building, and helping others. Ryan offers questions you can ask yourself to figure out where you thrive and where you don’t, so that you can invest your time where you thrive. He leaves listeners with the advice, ““If you want to meet great people, build new relationships. Share your ideas. Make sure all that good stuff you are thinking about makes its way out into the public eye.” Read more on the Under30Experiences Blog.

Stop Networking and Start Focusing on Relationships That Matter written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing Marketing Podcast with Scott Gerber Podcast Transcript My guest for this week’s episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast is Scott Gerber. He is the co-founder and CEO of The Community Company as well as Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) and Forbes Councils. He and I discuss his new book, Superconnector: Stop Networking and Start Building Business […]

Increased competition and higher customer expectations are forcing modern product management teams to up their game to keep pace. In this talk, Richard White, CEO of UserVoice, discusses how product leaders are leveraging customer feedback, collected across the organization, to inform how they build the best product possible in the shortest amount of time. Richard White is Co-founder and CEO of UserVoice. During his time at the helm, starting in 2008, UserVoice has expanded from a small, virtual operation to a company with bi-coastal teams in San Francisco, CA and Raleigh, NC. Richard's foundational expertise lies in UI design & UX and he has made notable contributions to the startup community through his involvement as an early member of both Founder's Network and Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). He speaks at conferences around the world on various topics, including entrepreneurship, UX design, and the critical importance of putting customers at the center of building products.

Imagine being 21 years old and nearly bankrupt working for a company that’s going down like a sinking ship. Fears also compounded by the looming threat of someone suing you for a cool $1 million. How would you tranquilize these events and create opportunity?   Scott Gerber dug himself out from these trenches at the worst economic time possible. He realized early on that the 9-5 job route was never an option for someone with creativity and passion – someone who strived to play in the big pond. Now as CEO of CommunityCo, with an ever-growing customer base and as the founder of the exclusive, member-only Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) and Forbes Councils, Scott is helping others to focus on building relationships and communities. Also a syndicated columnist and author of the book, Never Get a “Real” Job, Scott certainly took the road less traveled. He dishes in today’s podcast on his bootstrapping ways.   Key takeaways: Burn your business plan. Prepare yourself for gut punches during those key developmental stages of a business or career. Collect dumb mistakes because _____________ is the ultimate teacher. Be sure to gaze out the window during the train ride. Retrain your brain against the scripted metrics, like customer acquisition. Care about people as people.   Score the best piece of advice Scott ever received.   Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. That’s how we Live Lead and Play!  

Scott Gerber is a serial entrepreneur, internationally syndicated business columnist, and author of the book” Never Get a 'Real' Job.” He is the founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of over 1000 of the world's most successful young entrepreneurs. "I think somewhere between a third and half of the world's population will be in some form of independent contractor or freelancer or entrepreneur of some sort." –Scott Gerber See the show notes.

Kyle Samani is a CoFounder and CEO of Pristine, a company pioneering the next generation of tele-presence through Google Glass. Prior to founding Pristine, Kyle led design and development of a hospital electronic medical record (EMR) system. Kyle is an active writer who writes at the intersection of healthcare, technology, policy, economics, business, and entrepreneurship with an audience of more than 200,000 readers each month. In addition to writing, he is also an active public speaker. In the past year, Kyle has spoken at HIMSS, SXSW, TEDx, Healthspottr, Rutberg and won the coveted DEMOgod award at the DEMO startup conference. He's also a member of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). Kyle studied Finance and Management at the NYU Stern School of Business. Kyle Samani is CEO @ PristineBook an appointment with Kyle at calendly.com/kyleCheck out Pristine and its Healthcare and Engineering blogs. 00:00 Kyle talks Pristine, what the company is, and how it came to be.2:50 Why Kyle decided to start Pristine at the young age of 23.5:15 Kyle describes Google Glass and how it can benefit the healthcare space.10:20 How Kyle sparked the idea for Pristine.14:25 “What is the stuff that we're going to look back in ten years and say, ‘Obviously that is the simple stuff'?”15:45 Why Pristine chose video through Glass as the way to approach the healthcare world.20:30 How Pristine is helping improve medical education.22:00 How Pristine's technology and Google Glass are also improving and working as a quality control mechanism for home care.24:00 What exactly Pristine does as an application for Google Glass.26:25 The user model for the application varies how many glasses are needed according to what model is being used.27:30 Studies that show statistic improvements from the use of Pristine's technology are on the way to being published in the upcoming months.28:45 How the monetary reimbursement works when using Pristine for remote healthcare.30:40 How Pristine gains customers and users.32:10 Pristine works with each customer to build personalized workflow, though the software is essentially the same.33:00 The unexpected challenges to building a business in the healthcare world.35:45 Kyle's own activities and pursuits outside of Pristine.37:22 Where you can find Kyle's writing on his blog and other sites: kylesamani.com & emrandhipaa.com38:30 Cool things in the future for Kyle and Pristine.