Podcasts about your first million

Most law firms never reach $1M in revenue, but Sasha Berson has helped countless firms double their income through data-driven marketing. We dive deep into the exact metrics and strategies needed to hit critical revenue milestones. From calculating your required lead volume to identifying untapped practice areas, Sasha shares the framework that's helped 2,000+ firms scale their practices. Dominate your market today. Grab a copy of Chris' latest book, Personal Injury Lawyer Marketing: From Good to GOAT.  In this episode of Personal Injury Mastermind, the Chief Growth Master at Grow Law Firm reveals his proven blueprint for scaling from $1M to $10M+.  Learn how to leverage untapped practice areas and optimize your marketing spend for maximum ROI. We discuss: The precise lead volume needed to achieve revenue targets Key challenges in scaling beyond $8M revenue Finding profitable practice areas in competitive markets Client acquisition costs across different case types Search marketing fundamentals for sustainable growth Building an effective organizational structure Integrating sales enablement into your practice Guest Details Sasha Berson is the Chief Growth Master at Grow Law Firm, where he's helped over 2,000 law firms double their revenue through data-driven marketing strategies. Sasha Berson: LinkedIn, Instagram,  Grow Law Firm: Website, Podcast Chris Dreyer and Rankings Details Chris Dreyer is the CEO and founder of Rankings.io, the elite legal digital marketing agency.  Rankings: Website, Instagram, Twitter Chris Dreyer: Website, Instagram Newsletters: The Dreyer Sheet  Books: Personal Injury Lawyer Marketing: From Good to GOAT; Niching Up: The Narrower the Market, the Bigger the Prize Work with Rankings: Connect Time Stamps 00:00 Intro  01:37 Finding Profitable Niches  04:32 Scaling to Your First Million  07:27 The Path to $10M Revenue  09:12 Search Marketing Dominance  12:03 Social Media Reality Check  13:38 Sales Enablement in Law Firms Additional Episodes You Might Enjoy 80. Mike Papantonio, Levin, Papantonio, & Rafferty — Doing Well by Doing Good 84. Glen Lerner, Lerner and Rowe – A Steady Hand in a Shifting Industry 101. Pratik Shah, EsquireTek — Discovering the Power of Automation 134. Darryl Isaacs, Isaacs & Isaacs — The Hammer: Insights from a Marketing Legend 104. Taly Goody, Goody Law Group — Finding PI Clients on TikTok 63. Joe Fried, Fried Goldberg LLC — How To Become An Expert And Revolutionize Your PI Niche 96. Brian Dean, Backlinko — Becoming a Linkable Source 83. Seth Godin — Differentiation: How to Make Your Law Firm a Purple Cow 73. Neil Patel, Neil Patel — Digital A New Approach to Content and Emerging Marketing Channels

In this episode, author and founder of Pivot Wealth Ben Nash shares his strategies for getting to a million dollars - and beyond. Ben has been listed as part of Australia's most influential Financial Advisers for seven consecutive years, and awarded by the Independent Financial Adviser as Australia's Best Client Servicing Financial Adviser. He is author of Replace Your Salary by Investing, Unstuck, and his latest book – Virgin Millionaire: The Step-by-Step Guide to Your First Million and Beyond.  

In this episode of ACM ByteCast, Rashmi Mohan hosts Nashlie Sephus, Principal Tech Evangelist for Amazon AI focusing on fairness and identifying biases at AWS AI. She formerly led the Amazon Visual Search team in Atlanta, which launched visual search for replacement parts on Amazon Shopping using technology developed at her former start-up Partpic (acquired by Amazon), where she was the CTO. She is also CEO of Bean Path, a nonprofit startup developing the Jackson Tech District, a planned community and business incubator in Jackson, Mississippi. Nashlie earned her PhD from the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where her core research areas were digital signal processing, ML, and computer engineering. She has been featured in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, CBS kids' show Mission Unstoppable, Black Enterprise, Ebony, Amazon Science, AWS re:Invent, Afrotech, and Your First Million podcast, among others. She also serves on several start-up and academic advisory boards along with mentoring others and investing in Atlanta-based start-ups. Her honors and recognitions include the BEYA 2024 Black Engineer of the Year Award, Mississippi Top 50, 2019 Ada Lovelace Award, and Georgia Tech Top 40 Under 40. Nashlie describes her early love for mathematics and music and how these informed her later doctoral research in digital signal processing in music data mining. She shares a personal experience that deeply influenced her work in AI, particularly in responsible AI and fairness, which eventually led her to her current role mitigating bias at Amazon, notably in facial recognition technologies. Nashlie and Rashmi discuss the importance of building diverse teams to practicing responsible AI and building sound products, as well as collaboration with open consortia and organizations such as the Algorithmic Justice League and Black in AI. Nashlie describes the inception and growth of Partpic, an app she started developing while finishing school. She also talks about BeanPath, her nonprofit organization with a mission to bridge the tech gap in Jackson, Mississippi through makerspaces, networking, and community engagement. Links: BeanPath

El video de hoy es una charla informal que tuve durante la conferencia Your First Million en Los Angeles, California. Comparto mi opinión sobre la importancia de construir relaciones genuinas con gente buena, el poder de la atención para desarrollar tu negocio y tu marca, y 2 grandes oportunidades en las redes sociales para la próxima década. ¡Espero que lo disfruten! Tiempos: 0:00 - 0:50 Introducción 0:50 - 4:00 Construyendo relaciones sólidas con la gente 4:00 - 7:30 Humildad y preocupación genuina por los demás 7:30 - 10:21 La atención es el activo clave 10:21 - 12:44 Cómo están cambiando las redes sociales 12:44 - 16:33 Meritocracia en las redes sociales 16:33 - 22:55 Dos oportunidades en las redes sociales para la próxima década 22:55 - 29:34 La oportunidad más grande en la historia de la construcción de marcas ¡Mi nuevo libro! - Day Trading Attention: https://garyvee.com/attention — ¡Gracias por ver! Disfruta el episodio y coméntale a Gary —sí, en español— qué te pareció en Twitter @GaryVee Texto GaryVee (USA) 212-931-5731 Web: garyvee.com garyveeespanol@vaynermedia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garyveeinspanish/message

Coming off of the “Your First Million” LIVE event I was so honored to be a speaker at, I wanted to revisit this incredible episode with Arlan Hamilton, the catalyst behind Your First Million, founder of Backstage Capital, and creator of Arlan's Academy She is changing the game for how we learn and interact with one another in the business and tech space. This week, episode 205  of the Tech Intersect™ Podcast is about Arlan's Academy and the Blueprint for the New “Higher Learning”.POWERED BY ADVANTAGE EVANS™ ACADEMY Unlock Crypto Secrets with Digital Money Demystified!

I'm excited to welcome Arlan Hamilton to our show. Arlan is a trailblazer in the venture capital world, focusing on helping underrepresented founders. She has a deep passion for both the business and personal aspects of her work, and she's here to share her incredible journey and insights with us.Summary In our conversation, Arlan opens up about her love for "General Hospital" and how her personal challenges, including overcoming homelessness and addiction, have shaped her mission in venture capital. She also dives into her latest book, "Your First Million," providing practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.Key Takeaways* Arlan is dedicated to diversifying the entrepreneurial world by supporting founders who often get overlooked.* Her book, "Your First Million," is a must-read for entrepreneurs, packed with strategies on navigating the business landscape.* Arlan's story is a powerful reminder that personal struggles can fuel a mission to create positive change.* For entrepreneurs, it's vital to have a clear vision that aims to benefit more than just oneself.* Preparation and self-funding are crucial steps before seeking external investment.Let's dive into the details of our chat and learn more from Arlan's experiences and wisdom.Notable Quotes* "I only do what I want to do. I figured out those boundaries, so don't feel sorry for me."* "It's the fact that I can still bounce back."* "There's no question here. And again, it goes back to who else is it affecting if it plays out?"* "We have so much agency of our own lives. And it's hard for me... but because of the way that I built Backstage and because of the things I've been through, I know firsthand how much of our own power we have."Resources* Arlan Hamilton's Book: "Your First Million"* Arlan Hamilton's Podcast: "Your First Million"* Event Mention: Your First Million Live in LA, April 9-12 yourfirstmillionlive.comArlan Hamilton's journey is a testament to the boundless potential within each entrepreneur, serving as a beacon for those striving to carve their own paths in business and beyond. Don't miss out on the full breadth of wisdom shared in this episode—listen now and be part of the conversation that's shaping the future of innovation and inclusivity. Get full access to Technically Speaking at www.technicallyspeakinghw.com/subscribe

On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, we hear an interview with Arlan Hamilton that took place at the Established house at SXSW in Austin, Texas.  Arlan is the Founder and Managing Partner at Backstage Capital and the author of her new book “Your First Million.” What's amazing is she launched a $20M+ fund from scratch while she was homeless. She has invested in 200+ companies led by underrepresented, underestimated founders. She is the author of the bestselling book, It's About Damn Time, and the host of the popular visual podcast, Your First Million. Check this all out at Arlan's website: https://arlansfirstmillion.com    Arlan is also hosting a large event April 9th to 12th in Los Angeles. Aspiring or current entrepreneurs, investors, job seekers, and hiring managers are encouraged to check out Your First Million LIVE in LA, which is an event designed to amplify underestimated voices and talent. During the event, you'll receive the tools, resources, and connections to empower you to thrive as you work towards Your First Million! https://www.yourfirstmillion.live   We invite you all to join our community today to access the support, expert advice, and resources you need to elevate your startup by going to: www.est.us/join       Thank you for listening, and as always, please check out the Established website and subscribe to the newsletter at: www.est.us      Subscribe to the Startup of the Year Daily Deal Flow: www.startupofyear.com/daily-dealflow   Subscribe to the Startup of the Year podcast: www.podcast.startupofyear.com   Subscribe to the Established YouTube Channel: www.soty.link/ESTYouTube       ***  Startup of the Year helps diverse, emerging startups, founding teams, and entrepreneurs push their company to the next level. We are a competition, a global community, and a resource.     Startup of the Year is also a year-long program that searches the country for a geographically diverse set of startups from all backgrounds and pulls them together to compete for the title of Startup of the Year. Checkout Startup of the Year at: www.startupofyear.com       The program includes a number of in-person and virtual events, including our annual South By Southwest startup pitch event and competition. All of which culminate at our annual Startup of the Year Summit, where the Startup of the Year winner is announced, along with an opportunity at a potential investment.      Established is a consultancy focused on helping organizations with innovation, startup, and communication strategies. It is the power behind Startup of the Year. Created by the talent responsible for building the Tech.Co brand (acquired by an international publishing company), we are leveraging decades of experience to help our collaborators best further (or create) their brand & accomplish their most important goals. Check out Established at: www.est.us    Connect with us on X (formerly Twitter) - @EstablishedUs and Facebook - facebook.com/established.us

About the Guest(s):Arlan Hamilton is an esteemed figure in the entrepreneurial and investment landscape, best known for her role as the founder of Backstage Capital, a venture capital firm that champions underrepresented founders by investing in their companies. With over 200 companies in her portfolio, Arlan is a champion for diversity and inclusion in the startup ecosystem. She's also an acclaimed author, having penned titles such as "It's About Damn Time" and "Your First Million," the latter being the inspiration for her podcast sharing the same name. Her journey from overcoming personal challenges to leading a movement in the VC world has made her an inspirational and influential voice in the industry.Episode Summary:In this episode, Harrison welcomes Arlan Hamilton, a visionary entrepreneur and investor renowned for her dedication to underrepresented founders. The conversation begins by acknowledging the profound connection between the guest and the host, ranging from crowdfunding initiatives to shared investment ventures, effectively setting a tone of mutual respect and collaboration.The episode delves into Arlan's passion for the daytime drama "General Hospital," showcasing her unique and relatable interests. In a powerful narrative, Arlan reveals her personal motivations, emphasizing the importance of pursuing goals that transcend self-interest. She candidly shares her journey through homelessness and overcoming addiction, and talks through the pivotal moments that solidified her resolve to make a lasting impact in the venture capital space. The discussion pivots to offer valuable insights into her latest book, "Your First Million," which serves as a practical guide for aspiring entrepreneurs, focusing on how to navigate the business world with wisdom and resilience.Key Takeaways:Arlan Hamilton's profound impact on the venture capital industry stems from her focus on underrepresented founders and her personal mission that extends beyond individual success."Your First Million" acts as a mentor and guide, offering practical frameworks and advice for entrepreneurs looking to make a significant leap in their careers.Understanding the motivations behind one's entrepreneurial journey is crucial, with emphasis on creating a vision that benefits others, not just oneself.The entrepreneurial path is fraught with challenges, and success often requires a blend of calculated risk-taking, resilience, and persistence.Planning and housekeeping are essential before seeking outside funding for a business idea, emphasizing revenue generation over investment as a primary goal.Notable Quotes:"I only do what I want to do. I figured out those boundaries, so don't feel sorry for me.""It's the fact that I can still bounce back.""There's no question here. And again, it goes back to who else is it affecting if it plays out?""We have so much agency of our own lives. And it's hard for me... but because of the way that I built Backstage and because of the things I've been through, I know firsthand how much of our own power we have."Resources:Arlan Hamilton's Book: "Your First Million"Arlan Hamilton's Podcast: "Your First Million"Event Mention: Your First Million Live in LA, April 9-12 yourfirstmillionlive.comJoin us for more engaging and inspiring episodes by tuning in to this podcast series. Arlan...

Help us think of a name:) Reach out on LinkedIn or Instagram — Bridgid Coulter Cheadle is a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist who developed Blackbird House. To schedule a tour, visit https://www.blackbird.house Arlan Hamilton is the founder and managing partner of Backstage Capital, a boutique venture fund that invests in underestimated founders (women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+). To join 2,000+ attendees of her Your First Million LIVE event, visit https://arlansfirstmillion.com/YFML Leave a comment and let us know what we should name our podcast? :) "Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.

Welcome to Dreaming in Color, a show hosted by Christian Celeste Tate and Anum Qadir from The Bridgespan Group, that provides a space for social change leaders of color to reflect on how their life experiences, personal and professional, have prepared them to lead and drive the impact we all seek. In this episode, we sit down with Arlan Hamilton, a trailblazing investor and founder of Backstage Capital and HireRunner.co. Arlan is also a serial entrepreneur, author, and prolific speaker. In 2015 she started Backstage Capital to invest in founders who are people of color, women, and or LGBTQ. Since its inception, Backstage has raised nearly $30 million and invested in 200 startups led by underestimated founders. Arlan also authored the book “It's About Damn Time” chronicling her entrepreneurial journey, and hosts the popular podcast “Your First Million.” She is also the first, non-celebrity Black woman to grace the cover of Fast Company magazine. If that wasn't enough, Arlan's latest book, “Your First Million: Why You Don't Have To Be Born Into A Legacy of Wealth To Leave One Behind.” is now available at any major book retailer. Join us as Arlan details her triumphant ascent from homelessness to multi-millionaire venture capitalist and how being underestimated fueled her success. This is Dreaming in Color. Jump straight into: (0:30) Introduction of Arlan Hamilton: Founder, Author, Speaker, and a trailblazing Venture Capitalist. (2:21) From homelessness to venture capitalist - Arlan's triumphant ascent to the top. (4:33) How being an underestimated LGBTQ woman of color inspired her to help others like her get their ideas off the ground. (13:23) Success as activism and the power of modeling success for others. (13:45) The perks of believing in the underestimated and the ripple effects of how one tiny seed planted can flourish in unexpected ways. (18:22) Advice to leaders: “be someone's first yes.” (21:49) Success vs. fulfillment. Defining what fulfillment looks like to you. Episode ResourcesKeep up with Arlan on LinkedIn, Twitter and InstagramRead Arlan's books, “It's About Damn Time” and “Your First Million: Why You Don't Have to Be Born Into A Legacy of Wealth to Leave One Behind.” Learn more about Backstage Capital and HireRunner.coListen to Arlan's podcast, “Your First Million”Email Arlan at arlan@backstagecaptial.com Support Arlan's portfolio companies

Chrisette Michele sits down with Arlan Hamilton to share her vision on increasing wealth in the black community. Arlan's personal testimony of going from homeless to multi-millionaire will inspire everyone who listens. The ladies discuss Arlan's latest book "Your First Million". This episode of Come Back Sis will give you hope to get from where you are to where you want to be, no matter the setback.     What to Expect in this Episode:   ·         How to be a genius at investing? ·         "What have you done with what you have?" ·         How do you make your first million? ·         Become money to attract money ·         Temporary solutions and permanent problems ·         "Be so great you're undeniable."       Shout out to our partner for this episode!Secure The Bag Community: https://stbcommunity.com/sales-page-587362471679626805737     About Arlan Hamilton: Arlan Hamilton is the founder of Backstage Capital, a venture capital firm whose mission is to invest in underestimated founders. She has raised more than $10M, and has invested in over 100 companies led by people of color, women, and/or LGBTQ. Arlan published her book, “It's About Damn Time,” in 2020, detailing her journey from homelessness to venture capital trailblazer.   https://arlansfirstmillion.com/ is where Arlan breaks down how she made her first million.   Get to know Arlan Hamilton: Website: https://www.yourfirstmillion.live IG: https://www.instagram.com/arlanwashere/?hl=en       About Chrisette Michele:   Chrisette Michele is a Grammy Award Winning Recording Artist, Newly Crowned Ted x Talk Speaker who has just launched her brand-new podcast “Come Back Sis”. She's weathered the journey of a 15-year career topping the Billboard Pop and R&B charts, collaborating with artists from Jay Z to John Legend and touring the world. She's experienced cancel culture firsthand, love, marriage and divorce and the stigmas that come with adult ADHD and Bi-Polar Type 2, all in the public eye. Her podcast “Come Back Sis” is where Chrisette Michele invites guests and friends to offer encouragement, hope and personal methods to inner peace, no matter the storm.   Get to know Chrisette:   Podcast: www.ComeBackSis.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comebacksiswithcm/                      @chrisettemichele      Booking: hello@ChrisetteMichelesWorld.com  

Do gays deserve to be rich?One of the missions of Queer Money is to help build a community of one million LGBTQ+ millionaires. Guess what? We're not the only ones who want to do this. So does our guest this week. The founder of the $20MM venture capitalist firm, serial entrepreneur, author, podcaster, speaker, and social media influencer Arlan Hamilton also wants to see more queer millionaires.She says so in her new book, Your First Million, and shares it on this week's Queer Money episode # 476.For the resources and to connect with our guests, get the show notes at: https://queermoneypodcast.com/subscribe Follow us:Queer Money Instagram Queer Money YouTubeQueer Money on TiktokDownload your FREE Queer Money Kickstarter a 9-step Guide to Kickstart Your Journey to Financial Independence

Drawing on her personal journey from economic hardships to financial prosperity, Arlan Hamilton shares her conviction that wealth is not just about affluence, but more important, it's about options. The freedom to chase dreams, take bold leaps, and transform one's life trajectory. Arlan Hamilton has defied the odds, garnering respect and recognition for her entrepreneurial spirit and financial acumen. In her new book, Your First Million, Hamilton provides an insightful guide for those aspiring to chart a similar path. She provides actionable strategies for achieving entrepreneurial success and emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurs reinvesting in their neighborhoods. She passionately believes by altering the landscape of decision-makers and innovators, we can not only better individual lives but also usher in societal change on a grand scale. Join us as Arlan Hamilton, a source of inspiration to many in the world of entrepreneurship, shares her invaluable insights on achieving financial empowerment and catalyzing change—and maybe discover how you, too, can forge a legacy of prosperity and impact. See more  Michelle Meow Show programs at The Commonwealth Club of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To kick off the new year Kate and Leisha talk with friend of the pod, Arlan Hamilton about her life, work, financial independence, and new book -"Your First Million."   PANTS with Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey is produced and edited by Arwen Nicks, and mixed by Valentino Rivera. Follow us on Instagram @ThePantsPod or send us an email at kateandleisha@gmail.com. Our music is by Carol Parra @csssuxxx and our artwork is by Lovefoxxx.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off the new year Kate and Leisha talk with friend of the pod, Arlan Hamilton about her life, work, financial independence, and new book -"Your First Million." PANTS with Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey is produced and edited by Arwen Nicks, and mixed by Valentino Rivera. Follow us on Instagram @ThePantsPod or send us an email at kateandleisha@gmail.com. Our music is by Carol Parra @csssuxxx and our artwork is by Lovefoxxx. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To kick off the new year Kate and Leisha talk with friend of the pod, Arlan Hamilton about her life, work, financial independence, and new book -"Your First Million."   PANTS with Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey is produced and edited by Arwen Nicks, and mixed by Valentino Rivera. Follow us on Instagram @ThePantsPod or send us an email at kateandleisha@gmail.com. Our music is by Carol Parra @csssuxxx and our artwork is by Lovefoxxx.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off the new year Kate and Leisha talk with friend of the pod, Arlan Hamilton about her life, work, financial independence, and new book -"Your First Million." PANTS with Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey is produced and edited by Arwen Nicks, and mixed by Valentino Rivera. Follow us on Instagram @ThePantsPod or send us an email at kateandleisha@gmail.com. Our music is by Carol Parra @csssuxxx and our artwork is by Lovefoxxx. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Learn more about RevelCPA at https://revelcpa.com/arlan/ (Note: I receive credits for services as a customer with any leads that become customers.) "Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.

I had the pleasure of speaking to Belle Verdiglione about her journey from birth photographer to workshop host, podcaster and online coach to hundreds in her online membership. My course Beginners Blueprint to Passive Income is for the complete beginner wanting to create and sell your first digital product.  https://nicoladixon.co/course OR if you are looking for more hands on support to launch a course or coaching program - Apply for my group coaching program Your First 100k https://nicoladixon.co/group-coaching Looking to scale your current education business- Join our next Your First Million reterat in Costa Rica February 26th-March 1st 2024 with headline speakers D'Arcy Benincosa, Steph Taylor, Natasha Zyork & Jera Bean.  Find me on instagram @nicoladixon.co or for more information on my offers head to www.nicoladixon.co  

Steph Marie Photo makes multiple 5 figures selling her photography templates on Etsy! Listen to her inspising story on the show today.    My course Beginners Blueprint to Passive Income is for the complete beginner wanting to create and sell your first digital product.  https://nicoladixon.co/course OR if you are looking for more hands on support to launch a course or coaching program - Apply for my group coaching program Your First 100k https://nicoladixon.co/group-coaching Looking to scale your current education business- Join our next Your First Million reterat in Tulum November 26th-30th 2023 with headline speakers KT Merry & Rose Radford.  Find me on instagram @nicoladixon.co or for more information on my offers head to www.nicoladixon.co

On the show today is US based wedding photographer Emily Denny. We talk about her journey into education,and the steps she is taking to release her first online course. My course Beginners Blueprint to Passive Income is for the complete beginner wanting to create and sell your first digital product. https://nicoladixon.co/course OR if you are looking for more hands on support to launch a course or coaching program - Apply for my group coaching program Your First 100k https://nicoladixon.co/group-coaching Looking to scale your current education business- Join our next Your First Million reterat in Tulum November 26th-30th 2023 with headline speakers KT Merry, Rose Radford, Lindsey Roman & Laura Higgins.  Find me on instagram @nicoladixon.co or for more information on my offers head to www.nicoladixon.co  

I've known since launching this podcast, Your First Million, in the summer of 2019, that I'd have a book with this title one day. I'm so thrilled to share the cover, release date, and special event news with you in this special episode.

  On the show today I interview US photographer Hope Taylor on her journey from wedding and senior photographer to being a hugely succesful photography coach.  My course Beginners Blueprint to Passive Income is for the complete beginner wanting to create and sell your first digital product. https://nicoladixon.co/course OR if you are looking for more hands on support to launch a course or coaching program - Apply for my group coaching program Your First 100k https://nicoladixon.co/group-coaching Looking to scale your current education business- Join our next Your First Million reterat in Tulum November 26th-30th 2023 with headline speakers KT Merry & Rose Radford.  Find me on instagram @nicoladixon.co or for more information on my offers head to www.nicoladixon.co

Community.com's CEO, Diankha Linear is a mastermind when it comes to running a large startup. Listen in as she gives invaluable advice for any founders looking to scale their company to thousands of customers and millions in revenue. Join Arlan's "Write Your Own Headlines" challenge: http://www.writeyourownheadlines.com "Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.

Danielle Leslie has earned $20M and has taught thousands of others to live the life they've always wanted.Join Arlan's "Write Your Own Headlines" challenge! http://www.writeyourownheadlines.com"Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you.

Jason Mayden is a designer, educator, and entrepreneur dedicated to the advancement of diverse creative youth. Hear what he thinks of Michael Jordan, Nike, the "Air" movie, and find out how many shoes he owns. (It's more than you think.) Join Arlan's 30-Day Challenge: http://www.writeyourownheadlines.com "Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss their first million -- whether it is Dollars, Views, or Followers! You don't want to miss these magical moments. It will get real. It will get deep, and hopefully, it will inspire you. Follow Arlan INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/arlanwashere TWITTER https://twitter.com/arlanwashere BACKSTAGE CAPITAL https://backstagecapital.com HIRE RUNNER https://www.hirerunner.co/

“You are making a choice every time you undercharge.” How's that for a splash of cold water to the face?! Bad pricing strategy puts your business—and your body—at risk. As today's guest, Erin Haag says, when your prices are too low, “You are choosing to work an additional 10, 20, or 30 hours per week to generate the income you need to survive.” In this conversation, Erin shares what led to two hospitalizations from back-to-back stress-related illnesses, followed by her aha moment: doing the math to determine exactly what she needed to do to go from the brink of business collapse to becoming debt-free and selling her pilates studio for a 40x multiple. More About Erin: Erin Haag is the creator of Pricing Overhaul and a self-proclaimed math nerd. Using her over 20 years of corporate experience working intimately with numbers and pricing metrics, she created the Pricing Overhaul™️ method will help people shift their mindset around money and math, overhaul their pricing for profitability, and make more money inside their business than they ever dreamed possible. Her upcoming book, Give Yourself a Raise: The Mindset and Math You Need to Get to Your First Million, shares her story of hitting rock bottom, pushing her to overhaul her entire business.

There are almost 22 million people with a net worth of at least $1 million in the United States. That's a lot of millionaires! Many of these millionaires aren't flashy. They got rich over long periods of time by owning a home or years of investing. But what if you want to speed up the process? How can you become a millionaire BEFORE you retire? That's what this week's podcast is about: discussing strategies to build your net worth as quickly as possible. As usual, host Stacy Johnson is joined by financial journalist Miranda Marquit. Listening in and sometimes contributing is producer Aaron Freeman. Today, we're happy to have Erin B. Haag, the founder of the website Pricing Overhaul and the author of the book Give Yourself a Raise: The Mindset and Math You Need to Get to Your First Million. Be aware that anything you hear on this podcast doesn't constitute financial advice. Always do your own research and consult your own experts before acting on anything you learn here. You can listen with the player at the top of this article or download the episode wherever you get your podcasts: Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Google Podcasts Listen on Spotify Don't forget to check out our podcast page for more episodes designed to help you make the most of your money. What does it take to become a millionaire? It's one of the most common aspirational milestones: getting that first $1 million. But what does it take to become a millionaire? You need a combination of mindset, luck and hard work. Lots of hard work. We've got some great articles on secrets, habits and practical tips for improving your finances on your own millionaire journey. The 10 Golden Rules of Becoming a Millionaire 6 Stunning Money Secrets Millionaires Won't Tell You 13 Smart Habits of Millionaires You Should Adopt Why Only 12% of Adults — and 29% of Millionaires — Feel Wealthy 14 Myths About Becoming a Millionaire Even Millionaires Share These 4 Retirement Worries Where Do Millionaires Keep Their Money? 7 Secrets You Should Learn From 401(k) Millionaires 6 Money Secrets of Self-Made Millionaires How to Become a Millionaire, Guaranteed How to grow your wealth and become a millionaire Looking for ways to make the most of your assets to grow your wealth to become a millionaire? We've got you covered. 10 Secret Ways Americans Build Wealth 6 Clever Ways to Build Wealth Outside the Stock Market 7 Things You Should Know Before Investing in I Bonds 9 Tips for Sane and Successful Stock Investing The Lazy Person's Guide to Flawless Investing The 7 Most Popular IRA Investments How to Choose Between Active and Passive Investing Your Guide to Alternative Investments 12 Legit Ways to Make Money Online Right Now 7 Ways to Make Money on Your Phone How to Make Money from What's Coming: Web 3.0 5 Tips to Make Money Management Fun Staying Alive: How to Make Money in a Recession Side Hustle Success: Financial Freedom From Lipstick and Bras 9 Top-Paying Side Hustles Where You Could Earn More Than Full-Time Work How to Use the 50/20/30 Rule as Your Budgeting Plan Meet this week's guest, Erin Haag Erin B. Haag is the founder of Pricing Overhaul, a company that teaches self-employed women how to overhaul their pricing and make more money than they ever dreamed possible. Prior to starting Pricing Overhaul, Erin founded a successful Pilates and Yoga studio in Palm Beach, Florida—which she ran for several years before selling the company for 40x her original investment. Erin brings 20 years of experience to her clients. From calculating your revenue, expenses, owner's salary, profit margin, and beyond, Erin loves crunching the numbers to determine exactly what you need to charge. Her motto is "trust the math" because the numbers never lie. Website Instagram LinkedIn Don't listen to podcasts? A podcast is basically a radio show you can listen to anywhere and anytime, either by downloading it to your smartphone, or by listening online. They're awesome for learning stuff and being entertained when you're in the car, doing chores, jogging or riding your bicycle. You can listen to our latest podcasts here or download them to your phone from any number of places, including Apple, Spotify, RadioPublic, Stitcher and RSS. If you haven't listened to our podcast yet, give it a try, then subscribe. You'll be glad you did! About the hosts Stacy Johnson founded Money Talks News in 1991. He's a CPA, and he has also earned licenses in stocks, commodities, options principal, mutual funds, life insurance, securities supervisor and real estate. Miranda Marquit, MBA, is a financial expert, writer and speaker. She's been covering personal finance and investing topics for almost 20 years. When not writing and podcasting, she enjoys travel, reading and the outdoors.Become a member: https://www.moneytalksnews.com/members/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Redefining Work, I'm thrilled to speak with Backstage Capital Managing Partner and founder Arlan Hamilton. Backstage Capital is a seed investment fund that backs overachieving, underrepresented startup founders. In this conversation, Arlan and I discuss the current state of HR and people operations, how she's building a company in this important space and why you don't necessarily have to quit your job to build a startup. We'll also talk about her other projects, including the podcast Your First Million and her book “It's About Damn Time.”

Introducing: The 'Your First Million' VIDEO series! Debuts Feb 1! Subscribe now at youtube.com/@ARLANsyourfirstmillion to be the first to know when new episodes drop. After reaching 1 million downloads of the Your First Million audio podcast, I decided to launch a brand new video version (that will always accompanied by the audio version the same day). I cannot wait for you to see and hear these amazing interviews. Subscribe today! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yfm/message

Today I sit down with Erin Haag, pricing expert and author of the soon to be released book "Give Yourself a Raise: the Mindset and Math You Need to Get to Your First Million.1. Why you should probably raise your prices2. Why women often undercharge3.. How to get your team on board with your price increase4. Common pricing mistakes small business owners make in pricing their services5. 4 Steps For Calculating Exactly How Much You Need To Charge (so you can make a profit and pay yourself generously)ABOUT ERIN HAAG:Erin B. Haag is the creator of Pricing Overhaul™️She has over 20 years experience working intimately with numbers, metrics, and pricing for both large corporations and smaller, privately owned businesses.Erin combined her advanced mathematical understanding and unparalleled ability to interpret numbers to create Pricing Overhaul™️. This proven method will help you shift your mindset around money and math, overhaul your pricing for profitability, and make more money inside your business than you ever dreamed possible.Get Erin's Free Pricing Overhaul webinar with the 4-Steps for pricing your services here: https://pricingoverhaul.com/ Free book sample of Give Yourself a Raise: The Mindset and Math You Need to Get to Your First Million. https://pricingoverhaul.com/book/ ERIN'S RETREATS: https://luxuryinbusinessretreats.com/Erin's Instagram:@pricingoverhaul@luxuryinbusinessretreatsFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/pricingoverhaulhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085235260351GRAB YOUR OWN 5-MINUTE JOURNAL: https://bit.ly/3vIkrr8Use code ELIZABETH10 to save 10% off!Support the showCONNECT WITH YOUR HOST, ELIZABETH MARBERRY: Follow Elizabeth Marberry on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Follow Wedding Dance Coach on Instagram, TikTok Dance Studio Website Please be sure to rate, review and follow the show on Apple podcasts (or wherever you find your podcasts) so we can get this free value to other people who need it.

From living in the SFO airport to running $20M in VC funds, Arlan shares her incredible journey My guest on this episode is an absolute inspiration -- and I don't say that lightly. Her name is Arlan Hamilton, and she is the managing partner of Backstage Capital, a company that she founded while houseless. Backstage Capital is a new kind of Venture Capitalism (VC) -- one that invests in founders who are people of color, women, and/or LGBTQ+. Arlan identifies as all three.  And as if running 20 million dollars in VC funds isn't enough to fill her plate, she's also an author, speaker, and host of her own podcast, Your First Million. Her other company, Runner, connects inclusive companies with operations talent.  Arlan is doing really big things in a really big way. I admire her so much -- not only is she making the business landscape a heck of a lot better for underrepresented founders and entrepreneurs, but she is creating a legacy for generations to come.  I am SO excited for you to hear this important conversation, sweet friend, because it's pretty powerful. In our interview, you'll hear:  Arlan's journey to becoming an activist entrepreneur Ways you can support people of color, women, and the LGBTQ+ entrepreneurial communities How to deal with rejection while still moving forward What you can do to be a good candidate for gaining an investor I hope this episode is just as insightful and inspiring for you as it was for me. So if you're ready to meet Arlan, pop in your Airpods, get comfy, and enjoy! Here's a glance at this episode... [03:07] A decade ago, Arlan Hamilton didn't know what a venture capitalist was. Now, she represents people who aren't traditionally represented in the venture capital space. [04:03] She had big goals and dreams, but she didn't think that venture capital would get her somewhere.  [10:39] Arlan was on the cover of Fast Company, along with other black women on the cover were Oprah, Beyoncé, and Serena Williams. Her venture capital firm has invested in over 200 companies so far. [25:53] Before you attempt to fundraise, get dialed in on what you truly need. When making a pitch, lean in to what is great about your company. Investors like it when you can show profit or have a large waiting list. [33:44] Runner is another company Arlan has that connects talent with great companies. It helps inclusive companies find assistants.  [41:39] Arlan shares the amazing story of how she ended up sitting in the front row of a Janet Jackson concert, and how later in life, she was able to do the same for other concert goers. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Amy and Online Marketing Made Easy."

Join the conversation as Suneera welcomes Arlan Hamilton to the CEO School Summit. Arlan shares her journey from being broke to investing in over 200 companies led by unrepresented founders and the power of being someone else's first "yes". Arlan Hamilton is the Founder and Managing Partner of Backstage Capital, a venture capital firm investing in founders who are people of color, women, and/or LGBT. Backstage Capital has raised more than $20 million and invested in nearly 200 companies. She is the founder of Runner, an operations and HR talent source for inclusive startups. Arlan was on the cover of Fast Company magazine, authored the book “It's About Damn Time,” and hosts the podcasts “Your First Million” and “Demystifying Faith”. Arlan and her mother, Mrs. Earline Butler-Sims, also started a scholarship for Black students at Oxford University and HBCU Dillard University. Connect with Arlan: Twitter: https://twitter.com/arlanwashere IG: https://www.instagram.com/arlanwashere/ Backstage Capital: https://backstagecapital.com/ Runner: https://www.hirerunner.co/our-story Buy Arlan's book: It's About Damn Time: https://www.itsaboutdamntime.com/ Follow @ceoschool on Instagram for inspiration and exclusive behind-the-scenes you won't find anywhere else. This episode is sponsored by The Club, a Quarterly box and digital monthly community to help you level up and leadership and life. Learn more today at https://join.theceoschool.co/ Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZTtprIQy2oU

You know the saying, "do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life?" My guest today disagrees with that statement initially and gives an incredibly compelling reason why in the first minute of this show… and it only gets better from there! Josh Hamilton has worn many hats in his day, starting his first business at the age of 12 but currently focuses on building Iiintent and the Entrepreneurial Archetype (Shoutout to Amanda Bucci a former guest). While you can guess by the title that this will be a business focused episode, we also talk about the importance of self-awareness and practices Josh uses in his daily life.   Time Stamps:   (1:10) Our Guest Today (4:00) First Business at 12 (11:25) Selling Random Stuff (17:18) 4 Hour Work Week and Tim Ferriss (22:56) Into the Fitness Space (31:10) Reliability and Passion Framework (37:00) Josh's Different Businesses (46:10) Your First Million and Beyond (50:20) Breaking Down the Entrepreneurial Archetype Creation (58:40) Self-Awareness Practices (1:09:06) Where to Find Josh ---------------------------- Work with Josh! ---------------------------- Follow Us on Instagram! @joshhamiltonsworld @fitnessshaman @dalalovesdumbbells @dldnation ---------------------------- Apply for DLDNation's Online Fitness and Nutrition Coaching Specialization Course and Take the Next Step in Your Business Journey! ---------------------------- If You're Ready to Make an Even BIGGER Impact, Apply for the Next Level Coaching Academy! ---------------------------- We have helped over 3,000 people transform their lives through sustainable health! If you want to be the next, click here to apply for coaching! ---------------------------- Check out our website for freebies, amazing client results, and more! DLDNation.com

In this episode of Chapter Next Podcast, Talethea introduces the ‘Messy middle', where she is going to point out all of the things that go on from the beginning of something until the time it is accomplished. She is going to focus on things about her health, business, podcast, and self-improvement. Today she shares about her hypothyroidism and the changes she is making to allow her body to heal itself. After having some problems with her truck, she is making some changes in her business and is now relaunching. The podcast is still relatively new, and she is excited to have new guests who can inspire others. In all these changes self-discipline is very important. Some resources that she found helpful are: YouTube documentary Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead by Joe Cross; You are a Badass, a book by Jen Sincero; and Your First Million, a podcast by Arlan Hamilton.Episode Highlights07:05 – Talethea is actively working on her hypothyroidism. She started her 90-day fruit and vegetable juice cleanse.14:11 – Pump five is relaunching. The goal is to have a couple of tankers and to be able to refuel larger companies.19:22 – The Incubator program will help Talethea to get more insight and be around more entrepreneurs.23:47 – Chapter Next podcast – Talethea focuses on getting new guests, women over 40 who are approaching the next chapter of their lives. Feel free to reach out.29:20 – Self-improvement – purposely going after being more self-disciplined.Contact Information:Connect with Talethea LinkedInTwitterFacebookInstagram PumpFive FuelDelivery ServiceMentioned in the Podcast: Drive with Lyft DoorDashPodcasttownJoe CrossYou are a BadassYour first million

When marketing guru Donny Deutsch talks, you should listen. Whether you’re trying to build a business or simply grow your personal brand, Donny’s got tons of insights you need to hear. I’ve been fascinated by Donny and followed him for many, many years. He’s one of the SMARTEST people I’ve ever talked with. Donny built Deutsch Inc. into a multi-billion dollar marketing communications company with a roster of blue-chip clients like Johnson & Johnson, Mitsubishi, Revlon, Expedia, and many others. Donny also hosted the CNBC talk show “The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch” and wrote the best sellers, “Often Wrong, Never in Doubt” and “THE BIG IDEA: How to Make Your Entrepreneurial Dreams Come True from the AHA Moment to Your First Million.” In this episode, Donny will blow you away with why social media has to be a part of your game plan and why focusing on MILLENIALS should figure heavily into your outreach. He shares what motivates them and how you can leverage this info to get them to ENGAGE with your business. We also jump into why having a driving hunger, passionate CURIOSITY, and a “Why not me?” attitude is essential if you want to succeed in life. And I think you’ll be surprised at what we both have to say about what money can and can’t do for you. Hint…it’s good to be wealthy, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re going to be HAPPIER unless you learn how to USE YOUR MONEY THE RIGHT WAY. You owe it to yourself to listen to what Donny has to say. You’ll walk away with a boatload of new ideas that will make you think for days to come. Be sure to share this one with your friends and family. They’ll definitely want to hear what Donny has to say, too.

In this episode, I'm talking to a new member of EducationREI.ca, where we get them familiar with the material, find their goals and direct them on where they can get started working toward those goals. Quentin talks with a new member, who moved to Canada in 2006 as a first-generation migrant from India. He became interested in real estate in Canada while working at one of the top five banks in Canada. Meanwhile, he used the buy and hold strategy in India. After marriage, he and his wife decided that they wanted to become homeowners, which they were able to achieve. Now, they want to achieve financial freedom, and want to start with some cash flowing properties. To sustain their lifestyle, they are looking at an income of 100k. Talking about what the financial freedom looks like for him, he says that it has more to do with the time, what they could do, and the location they could be at. Quentin shares a complete blueprint to help them get started with real estate investing. He says that if you've got 500k and you want to create $8,000 a month for cash flow, as you're investing in property, you'll end up with cash flow that starts off smaller but increases over time. At the same time, you need to be careful. He adds that cash flow helps you to hold on to an asset, but what is really going to make you money is the mortgage paid down and the capital appreciation with that product. Over time, as you own that asset, let's say five to 10 years, then you can refinance the property. You can also use the cash flow to help support your income. He says that you have to have a longer-term mindset, there's too much of a day trading mentality when it comes to a lot of things, which is as true for real estate as it is for the stock market. He adds that the way that you do well is, you have to invest in markets that are both appreciating and give you some cash flow. You can find cash flow by doing different strategies; working privately, networking with other investors to find opportunities, looking at areas along the 401 Corridor, etc. He recommends the courses to start off with is ‘Your First Million in Real Estate', to learn some of the fundamentals that you want to be looking for when you're looking at all these markets. He further adds that you need to stay away from some of the smaller communities, because they can have these big rushes of appreciation, that can go on for 5, 10 years, but then they'll have flat periods. People don't see the flat periods because they don't have a long enough memory to be able to see it. Quentin says that you've got to keep that in mind when you're looking at different types of investment property, not just cash flow. He suggests him to do his own research first. With regards to accessing funds, he recommends financing at this point. At the very least, a line of credit; home equity line of credit as a component of the mortgage, so that the mortgage payment amount doesn't change but you have access to the funds, as a secured line of credit. Then as you go along, you're going to look at the joint venture course. Quentin then suggests that he should go back to the meeting and listen to the meeting recordings because that is where we talk about what's happening right now, what areas and what strategies are working, where people are buying – those are the things that you really want to go in and listen to. Rather than the reports, he says that the videos would be more helpful. In conclusion Quentin says that EducationREI.ca is essentially an education platform for people who are investing in other places, it's more about the fundamentals of real estate investing, the Q&A calls, the meetings and the connections that you make. Topics Discussed ·        Introduction [00:00:00] ·        What Was His Experience Like and What Were His Returns While Investing in Real Estate India? [00:04:50]...

Episode Summary In this episode, Quentin takes the mystery out of real estate investing with this new member who is just beginning her journey, and we cover some of the basics, some of the lingo, and where to start the learning process, as well as the best place to start building the network. The member shares that she became interested in real estate investing as a means to achieve financial freedom, and that is how she discovered EducationREI. Quentin suggests going through The Action Taker Goal Attainment Program first, as well as The Action Taker Wealth Pyramid. The Wealth Pyramid gives you the background on how to structure the direction of where you want to go. He also suggests her to start with the materials that are available and then join the calls, especially the ones for the beginners. After that, she should go through the courses Your First Three Properties and Your First Million in Real Estate. He further says, "Right now, the most important thing for you is to listen for the language and understand the concepts." Quentin goes on to explain some of the lingo such as ROI (Return on Investment), Rent to Owns, Wholesaling, Joint Venture, etc. He adds, "As you start to learn and you go through the materials, you'll start to listen and hear different strategies that people use. And every strategy is different, and you're going to find ones that work for you and ones that you're not interested in." He also adds that being around other people who are doing the same thing is like who are interested in the same thing, that's going to help a lot. As for whether this is a good time to invest in a property, Quentin says that it is more about finding something that works well for you. When you're looking at doing renovations, you have to know who you're dealing with contractor-wise because it will affect your overall costs. Talking about, The Ultimate Wealth Strategy book, he says that it really is about purchasing well, keeping your renovation costs under control and then refinancing to that the highest amount possible, while your property still cash flows. Topics Discussed • Introduction [00:00] • Her Background and Experience in Real Estate Investing [01:24] Important Links • https://EducationREI.ca (https://EducationREI.ca) • https://GetRealWealthy.com (https://GetRealWealthy.com) • https://DurhamREI.ca (https://DurhamREI.ca) • http://goo.gl/Kp5UjA (The Ultimate Wealth Strategy: Your Complete Guide to Buying, Fixing, Refinancing, and Renting Real Estate) • https://educationrei.ca/ldcourses/action-taker-goal-attainment/ (The Action Taker Goal Attainment Program) • https://educationrei.ca/ldcourses/action-taker-wealth-pyramid/ (The Action Taker Wealth Pyramid) • https://educationrei.ca/ldcourses/your-first-three-properties/ (Your First Three Properties: Your First Million in Real Estate.) • https://educationrei.ca/ldcourses/rent-to-own-the-basics-2/ (Rent to Owns)

If you have an idea and ever wonder if you should keep going, take a cue from Arlan Hamilton, Founder and Managing Partner of Backstage Capital, a fund that dedicated to minimizing funding disparities in tech by investing in high-potential founders who are people of color, women, and/or LGBT, and reflect: If 5 years down the road that thing you imagined did not exist and it bothers you and/or, if it did exist without you getting credit and you're okay, keep going. “It HAD to Exist!” Listen to this week's episode to hear more. Bio: Arlan Hamilton is the Founder and Managing Partner of Backstage Capital, a venture capital firm dedicated to minimizing funding disparities in tech by investing in high-potential founders who are people of color, women, and/or LGBT. Started from scratch in 2015, Backstage has now raised more than $12 million and invested in more than 150 startup companies led by underestimated founders. In 2018, they launched a four-city accelerator program in Los Angeles, Detroit, Philadelphia, and London. Arlan has been featured on the cover of Fast Company magazine as the first Black woman non-celebrity to do so, and is the author of “It's About Damn Time” and host of the weekly podcast “Your First Million”. Arlan and her mother, Mrs. Earline Butler-Sims, announced their scholarship program which kicked-off with scholarships for Black students at Oxford University and HBCU Dillard University. Connect: Twitter + IG: @ArlanWasHere Resources: Your First Million podcast | Backstage Capital - jOURney documentary | It's About Damn Time book | Virtual events | Arlan's newsletter LISTEN + SUBSCRIBE + SHARE Listen on Spotify. All links: https://linktr.ee/IntimatewithWOC Let's #Soar and #ElevateWOCVoices! #IntimateConversationWOC --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

 In this episode of Tech Intersect, I welcome Arlan Hamilton BACK to Tech Intersect. Arlan is the Founder and Managing Partner of Backstage Capital, a venture capital firm dedicated to minimizing funding disparities in tech by investing in high-potential founders who are people of color, women, and/or LGBT. Started from scratch in 2015, Backstage has now raised more than $12 million and invested in more than 150 startup companies led by underestimated founders. In 2018, they launched a four-city accelerator program in Los Angeles, Detroit, Philadelphia, and London. Arlan has been featured on the cover of Fast Company magazine as the first Black woman non-celebrity to do so, and is the author of “It's About Damn Time” and host of the weekly podcast “Your First Million”. Arlan and her mother, Mrs. Earline Butler-Sims, announced their scholarship program which kicked-off with scholarships for Black students at Oxford University and HBCU Dillard University.  When Arlan was last here, we were talking about the release of It's About Damn Time. Arlan is back to talk about Arlan's Academy and I am thrilled to be one of the instructors in this dynamic team of subject matter experts. REGISTER [affiliate link]SPONSORED BY ADVANTAGE EVANS™ ACADEMY There's a more cost effective and time-efficient way to reach your leading-edge learning and earning goals, to put you ahead of the stiff competition to create opportunity and generational wealth in this fast-paced, tech-driven economy. You need skills. Credentials. An advantage. And I can help! I empower underestimated life-long learners traditionally locked out of tech and finance to take control of their financial futures and participate in the new digital cash economy safely, legally and confidently in a welcoming space so they can stay ahead of the curve and create autonomy, opportunity and generational wealth in the fast-paced, tech-driven world. Ready for your advantage? Learn more about From Cash to Crypto™ course at AdvantageEvans.com. Guest Social Assets:Twitter: ArlanWasHere Instagram: ArlanWasHere LinkedIn: Arlan Hamilton Arlan's Academy: EnrollContact:Questions and requests: hello@techintersectpodcast.com Follow: Twitter @AtTechIntersect Instagram @TechIntersect Web: http://www.TechIntersectPodcast.com  Get VIP Access to Info + More: http://eepurl.com/gKqDyP Rapternal Music (Regulate and The Rabbit Hole) by Notty Productions is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Produced by Tonya M. Evans for FYOS Entertainment, LLC, and Stephanie Renee for Soul Sanctuary, Inc.Support the show (https://tinyurl.com/techintersectvip)

Arlan Hamilton is a venture capitalist, author, managing partner of https://backstagecapital.com (Backstage Capital) and the first Black woman to appear on the cover of https://www.fastcompany.com/90227793/backstage-capitals-arlan-hamilton-brings-diversity-to-venture-capital (Fast Company) — that isn't an athlete or entertainer. Backstage Capital has raised more than $30 million and invested in more than 130 companies led by underestimated founders. Host Nick Nanton and Arlan discuss the types of educational companies she loves currently being created, how sitting front row at a Janet Jackson concert inspired her ideals and future career path, and what drove Arlan to start a fund to invest in the companies that were being overlooked. Nick and Arlan also talk about building Backstage Capital for three years before receiving any funding, her book, “It's About Damn Time” which shares the principles of entrepreneurship, and the benefits of backing syndicate members via Backstage Crowd.  Timestamps:3:06: Growing up in Texas 5:28: Why Arlan wore six watches as a kid 8:55: “Cool” happenings in disruptive education  12:24: What got Arlan into the music business 15:30: Where should people turn for positive influence if they aren't getting it at home? 19:28: How Arlan got into investing 25:52: The background of flying to San Francisco on a one-way ticket 31:27: What Arlan looks for when she's investing in a business 37:00: Diversifying is key 39:00: “Sometimes you have to write the invitations to the parties you don't get invited to.” 42:36: Including self-care in the hustle and grind 46:24: Getting Black women on the cover of magazines to become the norm Resources:https://www.amazon.com/Its-About-Damn-Time-Underestimated/dp/0593136411 (“It's About Damn Time”) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-first-million/id1467515562 (“Your First Million") https://backstagecapital.com/podcast/ (“Bootstrapped VC”) http://backstagecrowd.com (Backstage Crowd) Connect With Nick Nanton:http://www.nicknanton.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/Nicknanton (Facebook) http://twitter.com/nicknanton (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicknanton (LinkedIn) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWOvnpNMTX4pKVIi234pOTg (YouTube)

How to make Your First Million, Opening A Shisha Lounge, Dealing With Debt & More || CEOCAST #10 Ever thought about opening a shisha/hookah lounge? A business which can have a very high return on investment and a continuously growing market! In this episode I am joined with none other than Ghaith, the owner of 'Wish Lounge', a very premium and popular Shisha lounge located in west London. We talk about what it takes to open a lounge or hospitality place, his journey to success at only 25 years old and ways to make YOUR first million. Debt is one of the darkest things you can be in especially at a young age. Myself and Ghaith go over our experience with being in debt, ways you can avoid it and what you can do to get yourself out of it. Success is not overnight and do not believe anyone who tells you otherwise. Join us in this episode covering more topics and also check out previous episodes to help you become a success in your industry and take tips for the most efficient way to do it. Follow CEOCAST on all platforms here! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceocast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOClnSvKRjNZ6VH2pgvGUKg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2HU7OJ8qn0cSEU7Ok334Pn Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-ceocast/id1493736134 Follow Ghaith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghxith/ Follow and make sure you visit Wish Lounge! https://www.instagram.com/wishlounge/ https://www.wishlounge.co.uk/ CEOCAST is a podcast platform showcasing businesses, leading industries and successful entrepreneurs and individuals. If you'd like to be on the next episode of ceocast be sure to message us on Instagram or email us at: Ceocastinfo@gmail.com

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