A weekly podcast giving you an inside look into the world’s top personal brands & businesses to reveal the blueprint behind their success. Each episode breaks down current marketing trends, as well as relevant topics to extract the business strategies, branding tactics, and thought processes of your favorite entrepreneurs. So, whether you are looking to grow your personal brand on social media or aim to scale your business in the digital world, your hosts; Nicky Saunders And Mostafa Ghonim will help you walk away with practical steps to take you to the next level!
In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss the mistakes to avoid when building and sustaining a brand.
What You Will Learn
Netflix documentary hidden gems.
Top five mistakes to avoid in building a successful brand.
What having a balanced team looks like.
Creator Of The Week
Fat Joe He has remained consistent and persistent in actions that market his product. His strategic plan of gaining visibility for the release of his Terror Squad Air Force Ones was a great success. Remain confident & patient in your marketing process.
Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid
1) Not writing down the vision & direction for your brand.
2) Not Narrowing Down Your Niche To Stand Out.
Build trust within your community and followers.
Avoid brand confusion by specifying your area of expertise.
3) Build Brands, Not Visuals.
Creating a logo, website, and social pages are a great start for brand growth. The next step is define the audience and differences, analyze your competitors & craft your message to grow your brand.
Create a sellable solution! Explain the value that you bring with researched statistics that support your solution.
4) Giving Up On Strategies Too Quickly!
Stay patient!
Finding what works for your brand growth can will result in trial and error.
Stay dedicated & committed to the process.
5) Branding = Long Term Building
A brand is what you’re known for.
Marketing captures the attention of people.
Capturing attention turns into customers.
“Your brand is what people think of you when they see your logo or hear a phrase.”
Question Of The Day
Which is more important for brand & business success, a strong team or brilliant ideas?
Questions
1) Is your creativity drained out? Are you drained in your creative process?
2) Can you find the strength to keep moving forward despite experiencing failures?
3) Are you asking the right questions to see if an idea is feasible?
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In this episode of Nicky and Moose, guest Jabari Johnson shares gems on how to be successful hosting live and virtual events.
What You Will Learn How to set yourself apart in your industry.
How to market effectively with what you currently have.
Marketing & distribution strategies.
Knowing when to adjust along the journey.
Where to place your focus in business.
How to gain social proof.
Jabari’s Takeaways
Having a solid journalism background builds confidence for interviewing skills.
Seek collaboration opportunities with big platforms to build your experience & exposure.
Remain consistent despite not earning money in the early stages of your journey.
Find your niche in an industry and make your perspective unique. Create an element of surprise for your audience.
Don’t be afraid to share your dreams and visions with people! You never know who can help you reach your goal.
Stand confidently in the value & services you provide. Dare to be different.
Questions
1) Are you intentionally building your audience with strategy and distribution?
2) How do you want your events to look?
3) What experience do you want to provide for your customers? What’s the story behind the experience you want to convey.
4) Does your landing page have incentives for customers to communicate with you?
Discount rate on product.
Access to exclusive membership group.
Ability to purchase something first.
Socials Instagram - Jabari Event Page Instagram - RNBonly
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In this week’s Creator Ave, Nicky and Moose dive deep into the often-confused concepts of branding and marketing. Discover why these two elements, while closely related, play distinct roles in the business world. Learn how to harness their power effectively to build trust, drive sales, and ensure long-term success. Watch the video version by clicking here
In this episode of Nicky and Moose, guest Jordyn Weaver speaks about her mission to continue providing opportunities for black businesses.
What You Will Learn
Life of micro influencer.
How to start a marketplace.
The mindset needed to sustain a marketplace.
Building brand awareness.
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In this Creator Ave, Nicky and Moose dive deep into the topic of perfectionism and how it can be a barrier for brands and content creators alike. From discussing the latest trends to sharing personal experiences, this episode is packed with insights and actionable advice. Whether you're an overthinker, a perfectionist, or just someone looking to improve your content creation game, this episode is for you!
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In this episode of Nicky and Moose, special guest Jemal Lewis & Mark Edmond, Founder & Co founder of Black Bread Company, share their humble beginnings of the growth of their company brand.
What You Will Learn
How to strategically grow your brand.
Applying transferable skills you possess.
Business strategies that require patience.
Ways to grow your following organically.
Black Bread Company Takeaways
Spend time researching your craft.
Don’t be afraid to reject offers you receive. Evaluate them thoroughly to determine if it fits your brand needs.
“Know what you know. Know what you don’t know.” Be honest with yourself about the knowledge you currently have.
Have physical products to showcase to potential investors and customers. Position yourself to make the next right decision.
Protect your brand! Don’t allow companies to take control of your products in collaborations.
Know when to scale back and focus on something specific.
Strategies To Grow Brand Organically
Direct to consumer sales. Using Shopify.
Follow the hashtags for your brands. Keep up with people who buy your products.
Email marketing.
Digital billboards.
Remain creative in marketing schemes
Branding Business Inspirations
50 Cent
Rick Ross - A Perfect Day To Boss Up.
Deeper Than The Brand Discord
Think & Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Questions
1) Do you have a core mission for your brand?
2) Have you spent enough time researching what your brand needs to be successful?
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In today's Creator Ave, Nicky and Moose dive deep into the controversial topic of working for free. Is it a strategic move to grow your brand or just a waste of time? Tune in to discover the pros and cons, and how it can potentially lead to bigger opportunities. Watch the full episode by clicking here.
In this episode of Nicky and Moose, they discuss how to elevate your personal brand to new heights.
What You Will Learn
The power of influence.
When & how to take your brand global.
How to take your personal brand serious.
When to create your own platform.
What’s Poppin!
Nicky discusses the riot from Kai Cenat’s live giveaway event. Thousands of people showed up after announcing the location of the event on his Twitch account.
Mindful Takeaways
Influence has power.
“Deeper connections are made with influencers who show up on a consistent basis.”
Don’t devalue your influence to your community an audience.
Don’t fear that no one will show up. Prepare for the just in case.
Moose discusses the launch of Forefront by CEO Jordyn Weaver. This social shopping app was designed to help Black brands and products become household names and supported all across the globe.
Combines technology and social media.
No algorithm.
Follow & interact with favorite brands.
Can make commission as an ambassador.
Creator Of The Week
ECruseOfficial
E Cruse is a food content creator that provides humorous commentary! He also makes music as well. Be sure to check out his Instagram page at Ecruseofficial
Blueprint - Owning & Building Your Own Platform
“Don’t give people power to cut your voice off.”
Leverage other platform opportunities with the business side along with gaining more followers.
Understand The Business Model of What You’re Creating.
Make opportunities for people to interact with your brand from a monetary side.
Build around exposure & awareness
Don’t lose people interested in your brand because you don’t have a next step. Provide solutions for people who want to support your brand.
Business Models
Patreon
Merchandise
Courses
Digital products (ebooks)
Community
Podcast
Newsletter
Taking Your Brand Global
Use social media platforms to reach other countries.
Wiser decisions come from making educated decisions. Study your metrics.
Understand how the global market operates.
Collaborate with influencers that can spread your brand in different countries.
Don’t introduce your brand prematurely. Prepare as much as possible before introducing your brand globally.
This Or That - Is being liked stopping you from starting your personal brand?
Be authentic on your platform!
1) Would you rather be liked or be effective?
2) Do you care about peoples opinions too much? Are they compromising your beliefs and who you are?
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Welcome to another exciting episode of Creator Ave where Nicky and Moose dive deep into the world of pricing your products and services. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, figuring out the right price can be a daunting task. In this episode, we share our personal experiences, insights, and strategies to help you find the perfect price point for your offerings. From flat fees to hourly rates, we cover it all! Don't miss out on this valuable information that could transform your business.
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss the tools needed to have success in rebranding your business.
What You Will Learn
How to make money with content using X.
How Twitter has rebranded themselves.
The importance marketing and how it plays a role in product success.
How to prepare your business for unexpected growth.
What’s Poppin!
Nicky highlights a new stream of content creation income with X, formerly known as Twitter.
Requirements To Make Money With Content.
500 followers
Subscribe to Twitter blue or verified organization.
Have 15 million impressions in a three month time span
Moose speaks on Warner Brothers marketing strategy for the movie Barbie. The company spent more money in marketing than producing the movie.
Drive traffic to your company or product with various forms of marketing. Everyone receives differently.
Creator Of The Week
Damien’s Corner
Damien displays fatherhood in a positive way by showing the world positive videos he creates with his daughter. He shows examples of being present in his child’s life with nurturing words & affirmations while she rides a bike.
Tik Tok - Damiens Corner
Blueprint - Rebranding For Businesses & Brands
Rebranding changes the culture.
Allot time for changes to take place with significant changes being made to your brand. Remain consistent and persistent in conveying your brands new perspective.
Avoid creating brand confusion with the lack of clarity, vision and focus.
Things To Consider
1) Are you engaging your audience with your rebranding ideas?
2) Does your audience trust your leadership?
3) Are you making changes with your audience in mind?
Questions
1) Integrating everything on one platform a good thing?
2) What are thoughts on Twitters rebranding?
This Or That - Is Going Viral A Good Thing?
“Don’t start a business that you’re not ready to have blown up.”
Work to have all aspects of your business set up when posting.
Payment systems
Website
Email systems
Inventory
Questions
1) Would your business be able to handle a sudden increase of demands?
2)Are you excited about serving the few supporters that you currently have?
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In this episode of Creator Ave, we dive deep into the world of content creation. They debunk common myths about content creation and reveal the truth behind them. If you've ever felt unsure about starting your content creation journey or have faced challenges along the way, this episode is a must-listen! Nicky and Moose provide valuable insights, tips, and encouragement to help you become a more confident and successful content creator. Watch the full episode by clicking here
In this episode of Nicky and Moose, they discuss strategies to grow & start a new brand.
What You Will Learn
The status of Threads
How to add value to a corporation.
How to launch a business or another brand on top of your brand.
What’s Poppin!
Nicky talks about the status of Threads and how the usage rate has declined in consecutive weeks.
Did You Know
Twitter has 230 million active users?
Threads has a million users downloading the app?
You can make six figures tweeting on Twitter.
Moose highlights the discipline needed in order to be prepared for opportunities you want. He uses the American Inter Miami Soccer team as an example in their pursuit of Lionel Messi for four years, who has increased their overall value.
Would you invest three years to make your one big move?
Creator Of The Week
Brock Johnson is an Instagram Coach who creates helpful quality content.
Brock’s Focal Points For Growth
Niche down. You can’t appease everyone.
Be honest with your content.
Share your real values, opinions and beliefs.
Be yourself!
Blueprint - Launching Businesses Or Brands Based Off Personal Brands
Establish great relationships to build a trusted company.
People will follow if you can show success from a previous product, experience or brand.
Building credibility takes consistent content creating for your audience.
Leverage the momentum that you’ve created! Look for effective ways to gain new opportunities.
Steps For Crrating Additional Brands
Build personal brand first.
Have brand alignment with additional brand or business.
Be intentional with creating and posting content.
What traction & interest does your brand currently have?
This Or That - Are We Being Pimped On Social Media?
What are your thoughts on the current state of social media marketing use?
Use social media tools strategically to gain an empowering advantage.
Take advantage of the free tools that’s available for use.
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In this episode of Creator Ave, Nicky and Moose bring you a fresh perspective on personal branding and the power of investing in your brand. Discover valuable insights into building a strong team, leveraging technology, and embracing your true self. Stay tuned as we discuss key takeaways and tips to elevate your personal brand.
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In this episode of Nicky and Moose, they discuss how to strategically prepare for to set your brand up for sustainable success.
What You Will Learn
The system to creating content
Prime day marketing tactics
How to grow on social media
How to become a one person business
Listener Perks 1) Sponsored By Ecamm Live: An all-in-one live streaming & video production studio. With Ecamm Live, video creation is easy, professional, and fully customizable. If you can think it, you can create it in Ecamm Live. Try it for free www.nickyandmoose.com/ecamm 2) Deeper Than The Brand is a content creator community that prepares you for success in a building and sustaining a successful brand. Head over to deeperthanthebrand.com to learn more and get started today! 3) Striving to be the best we can is an on going journey. Having the blueprint of ourselves makes that goal more sustainable. Head over to flightassessment.com to learn your personality superpower and how to use it for successfully.
In this Creator Ave, Nicky and Moose discuss how to build your personal brand on social media and engage your audience. They share valuable insights and strategies to help you succeed in growing your brand's presence. From discussing the success of Crumble Cookie to exploring ways to make money without a product, they cover a range of topics that will benefit both beginners and experienced individuals in the online space. Watch the full video by Clicking Here
In this episode of Nicky and Moose, they discuss a new Instagram feature along with how to leverage your content successfully.
What You Will Learn
New IG feature benefits about Threads
Is your business ready for scaling?
How to differentiate yourself from competition.
How to successfully leverage your content.
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Welcome to the "Creator Ave" podcast with Nicky and Moose. In this episode, we dive into the topic of building a branding ecosystem. Discover how a well-developed brand strategy can benefit personal brands, small businesses, and creative entrepreneurs. Learn about the power of collaborations, content creation, and strategic partnerships in establishing a strong brand presence. Gain insights from real-life brand examples and explore ways to overcome barriers to entry. Join us as we provide valuable tips and inspiration for brand growth and success. Full Video: Click Here
In this episode, they discuss how to maximize the most out your actions & brand.
What You Will Learn
How to optimize your Instagram broadcast channel for engagement.
Mr. Beast keys to brand success.
Influencer marketing replacing traditional ads?
Difference between Mass appeal & niche focus.
What’s Poppin!
Nicky discusses how to maximize the most of your Instagram broadcast channel.
Go deeper into a specific topic.
Customize the name and look of your page.
Make your first message count. First impressions are lasting impressions.
Promote the channel.
Create content in different formats.
Keep them engaged.
Moose discusses how Russel Brunson completed the first flight to make space tourism a reality. Marketing to a specific market for pre sale allows funding to become lucrative. “Everything you build today will be experienced in the moment.”
Would you go to space?
Creator Of The Week
Justin Moore - Creator and CEO of Creator Wizard
Helps creators monetize monetize their brand through brand deals and sponsorships. He has accumulated 5 million dollars of brand deals himself.
Instagram - JustinMooretfam
Blueprint For Success - Power Of Focus For Brand Success.
Focus on important task that will elevate your brand.
Remain consistent in your actions that support the success of your goals.
High level of production takes commitment and intentional focus
Mr. Beast 3 Focal Points
Health
Passion
Business
Questions
Does your current focus reflect your goals?
Do you love what you do?
This Or That? Mass Appeal or Niche Focus?
1) Do you rely on the actions of numbers of what’s successful or what comes natural to you for?
2) Are you looking to stand out in your niche?
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Are you a brand owner struggling to maintain a consistent presence on social media? Does the thought of daily content creation stress you out amidst your busy schedule? You're not alone, and we're here to help! In this Creator Ave, we'll dive deep into the challenges many of us face when it comes to content creation - from creative blocks and time constraints to the nagging habit of overthinking each piece of content. More importantly, we'll share valuable strategies and tips to overcome these hurdles and make your content creation goal not only achievable but enjoyable too!
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In this episode of Nicky and Moose, they breakdown how to use Chat GPT more effectively for success.
What You Will Learn
Creative strategies on marketing and releasing products.
When’s the appropriate time to relinquish control in business.
The success story of Ai influencer Mr. Grateful
Creating brand funnels with Ai
Understanding how to use Chat GPT in depth.
What’s Poppin! - Drake’s Strategy Release of Poetry Book & Album
Nicky - Think of creative ways to market your content & merchandise. Taking one product to market another product generates interest amongst people who support your brand.
Moose - Hillary Super takes over the CEO position of Rihanna’s Fenty brand. “A self aware leader knows when to relinquish control.”
Creator Of The Week
Theresa Van Dam
Brings a spin to sharing services and products. She has great advertising strategies that engages people with comical & educational skits.
Instagram - Theresa Van Dam
TikTok - Theresa Van Dam
Blueprint For Success - Mr. Grateful’s Ai Success.
Mr. Grateful provides valuable information on the Rebel Road Show. Check out the full interview here! https://youtu.be/p6EPrZv52QE
Do you know the identity of your brand?
Give Chat GPT as much information as possible. Use that data to create new content. Enter the analytics results to Chat GPT to receive new feedback for continuous growth.
Use Chat GPT For
Video scripts
Captions
Posting times from analytics provided
Ebooks
Blogs
Landing page
To help build a business
Standard Operating Procedures
Moose’s Reminders For Adding Value
Look to fill voids and gaps in peoples businesses.
Help people scale with connections you have.
This Or That - Money Or Subscribers?
Would you rather have $1 million dollars or 10 million subscribers? What’s the reasoning for your answer?
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In this episode of Creator Ave, Nicky And Moose share their insights on building a personal brand. They discuss the importance of brand identity, purpose, and impact, while debunking the misconception that personal branding is only for entrepreneurs and content creators. Whether you're a professional or an aspiring entrepreneur, this episode will provide you with valuable strategies to elevate your personal brand and generate income. Tune in to learn how to identify and solve problems, connect with your audience through relatable stories, and implement effective monetization strategies. Click here for the video version
In this episode of Nicky and Moose, they discuss how to maximize the most out of your brand through customer retention & monetization.
What You’ll Learn
How starting a YouTube channel right now is beneficial
How to make money from company products
Crumbl Cookie’s marketing and content strategies
How to reinvent your brand
What’s Poppin! - Great Time To Be A Content Creator?
Lowered requirements to start monetizing from YouTube.
Opportunities for small creators to start, grow or expand their business and brand.
Having good business partners makes your exit easier when it’s time to sell.
Creator Of The Week
Hope & Kadero Instagram - Everydaywithhk
Hope & Kadero post authentic & genuine content that show balance between trends and the realities of life. Their ultimate goal is to inspire healthy relationships with love and laughter.
Blueprint For Success - How To Monetize Your Influence & Brand
Crumbl Cookie’s Marketing & Social Media Strategies
Develop a great Social Media Strategy.
Leverage what each platform is geared towards. Each platform has different post strategies that are successful.
Pay attention to current trends to tailor your post towards relevancy.
Each platform needs a different content strategy plan.
Weekly drops with menu changes. This strategy builds interest and retains customers.
Remain consistent in the quality of content you produce.
Launch content at same time every week.
Leverage the reviews you get from users with sharing their story, post or comments.
Stand on what you believe in!
Does your content encourage people to share it?
Monetizing Your Influence
Use key words in your post from SEO to gain more visibility.
Affiliate marketing with companies.
Don’t overlook things that require organizational structure.
Rewardful allows you to set up an affiliate program for your business.
This Or That - Finding Your Lane
Moose
“Don’t turn what you love into labor.”
Stay true to what people know you for.
Nicky
Reinvent yourself when needed.
Adjust your brand strategy dependent upon what’s current.
Find current articles on your niche to increase content.
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In this episode of Creator Ave, Nicky and Moose discuss the art of documenting life and share valuable insights on maximizing your content creation journey. They explore monetization strategies, the importance of building an email list, and the significance of taking breaks. Join the conversation and gain inspiration and tips for creating engaging content. Tune in now! Listen to the full episode on YouTube: Link
In this episode of Nicky and Moose, Marshall Fox shares his journey of humble beginnings to operating a million dollar graphic design business.
“Show up when you show up!” - Marshall
Marshall’s Successful Tips
Remain patient along the process.
Produce consistently at a high level.
Operate with integrity.
Analyze & track your progress for self assessing.
Manage your time to increase your productivity.
Logos Should Be
Simple
Versatile
Memorable
Timeless
Appropriate
Embroidered Easily
Framework To Make Six Figures
1) Clarify Your Mission, Goals & Vision. Self asses skills, interest and what clients need. Break down steps needed to make significant progress.
2) Set Up Your Business & Systems
Setting up a CRM. Dubsado or Honeybook.
Professional email
3) Clarify Marketing & Messaging
Who values what you do?
Who has the resources to pay you what you’re worth?
4) Present Yourself As A Premium Service Provider.
Social media
Website
Marketing
Consultations
5) Creating Packages
Create different point structures for clients.
6) Develop A Six Figure Process
Beginning to end detailed format.
Client portal
Set expectations
Define everything upfront
7) Relaunching
Doing the 6 steps as a premium service provider.
Marshall’s Tools Recommendations For Designers
Wix
Midjourney
Photoshop Beta Generator Fill
Dubsado
Honeybook
Time For A Website?
Does your business call for it?
Having a website shows what value you bring.
Book Recommendations
1) Burn Your Portfolio - Michael Janda
2) Pocket Full Of Do - Chris Do
3) Oversubscribed - Daniel Priestley
4) Creative Strategy & The Business Of Design - Douglas Davis
5) Win Without Pitching Manifesto - Blair Enns
Socials
Instagram - Marshall Fox
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In this episode, we dive into the crucial role of innovation for personal brands. Join us as we explore the mindset, behaviors, and driving force behind successful personal brands, and discover the captivating stories of the people and brands we all know and love.
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In this episode of Nicky and Moose, they provide and breakdown the blueprint needed to be a successful creator in todays economy.
What You Will Learn
How to take care of the community in your brand.
How to strategically market and promote new products.
How to continue moving forward when people steal your ideas.
What’s Poppin!
Nicky shares thoughts on Jennifer Lopez going “dark” on social media. “Market things when you have influence to promote something of your interest.”
Moose shares his thoughts on how Cyber Monday originated and surpassed Black Friday. Story of how it came to be from analyzing data. “Pay attention to the numbers an analyze the data.”
Advertising and marketing can use interest and right verbiage to bring more attraction to businesses.
Look for ways to stay competitive during the recession.
Things You Can Live Without
Drake buying DJ Khaled four new smart toilets.
Eating thanksgiving leftovers that are four to five days old.
Ugly Christmas sweater season.
24:39 - Continue to put emphasis on your community you serve. Focus on the market around you.
27:54 - What makes you stand out as a brand? Take great care of your community, create great experiences experience, and produce products that resonate with your brand.
33:15 - Breakdown of how the creator economy works.
40:01 - Discussion of how Rob Dyrek used integrated marketing to create interest with brands for collaboration.
This or That - People copying your ideas.
Nicky & Moose share thoughts Cierra Nicole giving away content for community to sell after people were stealing her content.
How would you combatting people stealing your ideas?
Keep the goal of the brand the focus when unfortunate events happen.
Questions
Are you creating strong And safe community for your brand?
How important is building a successful brand to you?
Takeaways
“Work to build a brand that will last longer than you.”
Start to look at opportunities with a business perspective. If that becomes a struggle, seek out someone who can help in that area.
Look for ways to continuing reinventing yourself when things become stagnant.
“Un-communicated expectations are recipes for disasters.” Be upfront with people you’re engaging with.
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3) Striving to be the best we can is an on going journey. Having the blueprint of ourselves makes that goal more sustainable. Head over to flightassessment.com to learn your personality superpower and how to use it for successfully.
In this episode of Nicky and Moose, they discuss how to get started with goal oriented actions, using prior lessons learned to grow, and provide examples of authenticity displayed to grow brands.
What You Will Learn
Why YouTube is focusing on podcast.
Importance of creating content.
How to avoid mistakes most entrepreneurs make.
Creating vision and clarity for your life and brand.
What’s Poppin!
Nicky sharing thoughts on YouTube releasing a 67 page document about podcasting and how you should maneuver with your channel going forward. Research the success and great aspects of your channel to continually work on.
Moose sharing his thoughts on the building of Tom Fords brand and being bought out for 2.8 billion.
Things You Can Live Without
Anything about Twitter
Anymore celebrity divorces that’s over 10 years.
Hearing Donald Trump running for president again.
22:20 - Discussion of the business model of Alex and Layla Hormozi’s company. They also share the story & principles of their foundational success.
33:14 - Why building trust is important for brands. Building attractiveness versus algorithmic focus.
43:01 - “Don’t be frozen with not knowing how to do something. Don’t be afraid to start.” Seek guidance on starting new adventures if you need help! Don’t be afraid to ask because of how it will make you look.
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss and breakdown how to balance business boundaries.
What You Will Learn
How to recognize patterns in your post.
Enjoying fruits of your labor.
How to recognize your niche.
How to take care of the people you are serving that leads to sales.
Using your platform successful for your beliefs.
What’s Poppin!
Nicky shares her thoughts on failure of paying for verification on Twitter. “When introducing your audience to new things, there is an education timing process.”
Moose shares his thoughts on SBF, CEO of crypto company, losing 16 billion dollars due to lack of accountability & discipline in actions. “Never take peoples money promising to put it one place then place it somewhere else.”
Things You Can Live Without
Hearing Nick Cannon having another baby.
Politicians being chosen by coin toss after a tie.
Anybody canceling Kyrie Irving.
27:29 - Discussion of niching down. “Data an analytics can make you a lot of money.”
40:55 - Discussion of enjoying the fruits of your labor. “Keep the same mindset that produced your breakthrough.” Whose around to remind you of the vision you’ve set?
48:15 - “What you do everyday will outlast what someone does once in awhile.” Build a consistent legacy!
This or That? The Work, The Art, or The Money?
There needs to a discussion of business with the service you’re providing to others. There is a time to service others for free out of love. “Make sure to not do things for free longer than you’re suppose to.”
Takeaways
Don’t worry about things you can’t control.
Look for consistent patterns in your data from content posted.
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss the foundations a business needs to bring forth sustainable success.
What You Will Learn
Elon Musk new changes to Twitter company.
Knowing how and when to brand and rebrand a business.
What true success of a brand looks like.
How to enhance your customers experience.
What’s Poppin!
Nicky shares her thoughts on paying for blue check on Twitter and how it could affect other platforms moving forward.
Moose shares what he believes the true intentions Twitters new changes as it relates to the business side.
Things You Can Live Without
Paying for Twitter.
Baskin robins bringing back flavored turkey cake
McDonald’s bringing back the McRib.
22:30 - Discussion of how Cookies operates each store they have on the market. “Maintaining quality an integrity of your brand while controlling their experience makes you stand out.”
36:30 - “Customers and product matter the most. Take care of that first instead of focusing on status.”
39:35 - “Work hard under the radar!”Make sure that your business is ready for traction when people find out about your brand.
43:24 - This Or That
Discussion of getting paid what you’re worth versus getting paid less to be on guaranteed team.
Is it a battle of lazy vs toxic work culture?
Can you have both?
How much are you willing to bet on yourself?
Takeaways
Innovate store experiences for your customers.
Take great care of your Customers & produce great products.
Work to be far ahead of your competition.
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss the importance of brand consistency & how that translates into successful interactions with followers.
What You Will Learn
Pros of scheduling your social media post.
Selling consistency.
Successful leadership transitions.
Segment 1 - What’s Poppin!
Nicky shares her thoughts on Instagram scheduling feature within the app & the importance of scheduling. “Helps with consistency and productivity.“
Moose shares his thoughts on Tik Tok releasing podcast app & collaborating with music companies looking to expand. “Take your brand to Tik Tok for a heavy presence.”
Segment 2 - Things You Can Live Without.
McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme partnering together to sell donuts.
Coffee flavor M&m’s.
Jeffery Dahmer costume.
12:15 - “Make social a tool and not a chore.” Prepare as much as possible to ensure the process doesn’t become overwhelming.
23:10 - What are your thoughts on McDonald’s selling consistency?“Businesses fail to scale because of the inability to be consistent.”
29:57 - Three focus points for building consistency in brands.
Contact after Sales. Enhances customer experience.
Having a presence on social media.
Gaining trust with followers.
35:01 - “The best leadership transition is when the next leader is ready to lead. Not when the current leader is ready to leave.”
47:59 - This or That? Discussion of having either subscription or membership models. Which model would you rather operate a business in?
Takeaways
Decide then implement how you want the look of your brand to displayed.
Be consistent in the service that you provide for customers.
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they breakdown perspectives on what would make businesses successful, taking care of your platform, and the principles needed to walk successfully in your passion.
What You Will Learn
How to control your brand or platform.
How to control your influence.
When to operate in business or passion.
How to use your position effectively.
How to overcome learning knowledge late in your journey.
Segment 1 - This or That.
Nicky shares thoughts on the Draymond Green incident from a business perspective. Learning when to operate in personal instead of what could benefit the business.
Moose shares thoughts on businesses finding creative ways to market while attracting employees.
Segment 2 - Things you can live without?
Kanye speaking on anything besides music.
Netflix charging for sharing subscription.
Ads being ran on Uber based on where you’re traveling.
23:10 - Discussion of being financially successful while walking in your passion. “Remove the mentality of being happy to be there. Recognize that you belong and can be compensated.”
35:24 - Are you around the right people to ask questions that contribute to your growth?
38:45 - Moose’s Top Three Action Steps to get ready for the business world of your passion.
Marketing and sales.
Legal.
Marketing.
40:42 - “Without marketing, there’s no sales. Without sales, there’s no business.”
46:26 - Are your beliefs based upon your thoughts of a situation? Or the story telling of the media about it?
Takeaways
Find creative ways to bring in talent help at discounted rate.
Operating in transparency sets the tone and foundation for trust to be built.
Have the employees you train do meaningful task. Provide growth opportunities for them.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions and learn. Keep seeking.
Don’t let complacency or lack of exposure stunt your growth. Continue to learn!
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, guest star Damien Watts breaks down his passion an understanding of data insights that enhance brand success.
What You Will Learn
How running ads obtain data.
Building brand from marketing perspective.
Understanding data analytics.
Three Funnels of engagement.
Post purchase follow ups.
Direct response marketing.
10:22 - The three mistakes that Damien believes people won’t reach nine figure income. Not focusing on lifetime value of customers, being afraid to spend, and not building a tribe that has longevity.
14:02 - What makes a successful offer? Fulfillment and putting a solution in front of people with a problem.
16:45 - “Paid an organic styles go hand and hand.”
25:00 - Discussion of having a sales funnel vs a website. Know what your brand needs in order to successfully move forward.
39:34 - The offer, price point on offer, and having a foundation are keys to successful business strategies.
40:20 - Breakdown of most revenue made & methods used in one day.
1:04:46 - “Community based courses are the next big thing.” Is your brand in position to develop a community based course?
1:09:02 - “Believe in your product, believe in your mission, and don’t let anyone get in your way.”
Takeaways
Have a game plan ready for presentation when asking others for help.
Use your current job to create & fund your side hustle.
Three Branding Book Recommendations
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Dotcom Secrets by Russell Brunson
Art of War by Sun Tzu
Damien Watts Socials Instagram - DamienWatts9
Facebook - Damien Watts
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss how to maneuver in the journey of becoming a successful creator
What You Will Learn
When To Rely On Regimen Or Being Spontaneous.
The Business Side Of Podcasting
How Community Based Companies Operate.
Things To Consider When Hiring.
8:15 - Discussion of content creating format.
17:45 - “You don’t get mastery in an area until you commit to one thing.” Get started with the idea that you have! Over time it will develop as you learn from progress and mistakes.
19:45 - Breakdown of pay to play campaign. “The goal is to market.”
33:12 - “Give a brand experience people will pay for.“ Keep your customers engaged in creative an attractive ways. Take careful care of your community.
36:03 - Are you considering all aspects when it comes to creating an maintaining a podcast?
Takeaways
Master your craft at the fundamental stage before adding your style to it.
Find balance in your journey of being a creator.
Address the business side with your team upfront.
Executing on the small task will separate you at the next level.
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In this episode of Nicky And Moose, they bring awareness to paid opportunities we have with content creation on many platforms.
What You Will Learn
Importance of having a team.
Pros and cons of building a effective team.
How To Move Strategically to build longevity of your brand.
Difference of Personal & Collaborative pride.
3:50 - “Clarity and desire are optimal for success.”
14:00 - Discussion of intentionally growing content.
24:00 - Discussion of how to create an attractive culture for your business.
43:15 - Discussion of competition and collaboration.
Takeaways Capitalize on your creativity with eye catching video content.
Be patient in growing your channel before looking for money to come in. Focus on producing genuine content.
Study the blueprint of successful content creators (Mr. Beast). There’s opportunities to be successful and paid in this niche.
Be intentional in preparation & execution as you move forward! Listener Perks
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In this episode of Nicky And Moose, Guest Star Devon Still , a Former NFL and college all American, talks about using his platform to bring awareness to his daughter’s cancer in transitioning from football. He shares how to find your identify and purpose before building a brand.
What You Will Learn
Identifying purpose for your cause.
Successful transition from sports to business
Perceived vs actual support from peers.
How to cultivate relationships from environments you’re in.
How to effectively go against society standards.
5:30 - "Finding a purpose that can transcend a group of individuals."
15:04 - Be authentic & honest about what you’re going through to connect with people. People can tell when you're being dishonest.
17:04 - Discussion about tying business aspects into a good cause. Research your interest to find and develop a specific need that hasn't been met.
33:05 - Discussion of finding ways to dominate on social media to be paid from companies.
44:26 - "Look at failures as opportunities to learn & grow moving forward."
Brand Takeaways
Keep persisting after opportunities you desire when being told no or failing at first.
Find opportunities to provide solutions for through problems you see.
Be authentic in your journey!
Stay patient in pushing out content for free before asking to get getting paid.
Understand your worth! Stick with your price point without being afraid to walk away if it's not right.
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Devon's Instagram Handles
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realationshipspodcast
Website Devonstill.com
Book Recommendations Soar by TD Jakes Think And Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill The Effective Executive by Peter Drucker
In this episode of Nicky And Moose, Guest Star Devon Still , a Former NFL and college all American, talks about using his platform to bring awareness to his daughter’s cancer in transitioning from football. He shares how to find your identify and purpose before building a brand.
What You Will Learn
Identifying purpose for your cause.
Successful transition from sports to business
Perceived vs actual support from peers.
How to cultivate relationships from environments you’re in.
How to effectively go against society standards.
5:30 - "Finding a purpose that can transcend a group of individuals."
15:04 - Be authentic & honest about what you’re going through to connect with people. People can tell when you're being dishonest.
17:04 - Discussion about tying business aspects into a good cause. Research your interest to find and develop a specific need that hasn't been met.
33:05 - Discussion of finding ways to dominate on social media to be paid from companies.
44:26 - "Look at failures as opportunities to learn & grow moving forward."
Brand Takeaways
Keep persisting after opportunities you desire when being told no or failing at first.
Find opportunities to provide solutions for through problems you see.
Be authentic in your journey!
Stay patient in pushing out content for free before asking to get getting paid.
Understand your worth! Stick with your price point without being afraid to walk away if it's not right.
Listener Perks
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Devon's Instagram Handles
stillinthegame
realationshipspodcast
Website Devonstill.com
Book Recommendations Soar by TD Jakes Think And Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill The Effective Executive by Peter Drucker
In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss how to manage the highs and lows in personal and business brands. Listen closely to the perspectives shared that can elevate your business or brand to new heights.
What You Will Learn
Distinction Between Business & Personal Brands
Lifespan Of A Creator
Understanding Leverage.
Kanye’s Impact On Joining & Leaving GAP.
5:05 - What’s your stance on chasing two rabbits vs one? Are you more productive having one focus only or can you manage focusing on more than one avenue?
13:24 - “Your influence can control or narrate what happens to a business.”
15:13 - “Your focus depends on how you look at the situation.”
21:50 - Discussion of partnerships with big brands and when’s the appropriate time to leave, and understanding your leverage as a brand or business.
24:30 - “Learn how companies operate on a global scale when you work with them. Don’t take the experience for granite.”
34:35 - Are you willing to take more risk in exchange for more freedom creatively & financially?
43:45 - Discussion of being smart with your content release.
50:15 Discussion of how stay relevant as a brand or business.
Thoughtful Takeaways
Diversifying business portfolio with other avenues.
What’s your focus level on avenues.
Gain knowledge from different industries on how it operates to add to your current avenue.
Influencers & businesses can create marketing material for each other when planned properly.
Master the tedious task that seems boring.
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss how to manage the highs and lows in personal and business brands. Listen closely to the perspectives shared that can elevate your business or brand to new heights.
What You Will Learn
Distinction Between Business & Personal Brands
Lifespan Of A Creator
Understanding Leverage.
Kanye’s Impact On Joining & Leaving GAP.
5:05 - What’s your stance on chasing two rabbits vs one? Are you more productive having one focus only or can you manage focusing on more than one avenue?
13:24 - “Your influence can control or narrate what happens to a business.”
15:13 - “Your focus depends on how you look at the situation.”
21:50 - Discussion of partnerships with big brands and when’s the appropriate time to leave, and understanding your leverage as a brand or business.
24:30 - “Learn how companies operate on a global scale when you work with them. Don’t take the experience for granite.”
34:35 - Are you willing to take more risk in exchange for more freedom creatively & financially?
43:45 - Discussion of being smart with your content release.
50:15 Discussion of how stay relevant as a brand or business.
Thoughtful Takeaways
Diversifying business portfolio with other avenues.
What’s your focus level on avenues.
Gain knowledge from different industries on how it operates to add to your current avenue.
Influencers & businesses can create marketing material for each other when planned properly.
Master the tedious task that seems boring.
Listener Perks
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss different ways to make money with social media, content building, and execution of successful business models.
What You Will Learn
Timing Of Content Release
Paid vs Organic Content
How To Add Uniqueness To Content
Forbes highest paid creator list
12:05 - “The person with the biggest vision and drive to make it a reality, can’t make pit stops explaining it along the way. Doing so will slow you down.”
24:12 - “In partnerships, find people who believe in the vision when it’s junk.” Build your team with people who will survive the ups and downs of the journey. Complete transparency is needed to avoid confusion.
27:00 - Discussion of strategically releasing content.
29:30 - Discussion of pros for organic & paid content. Organic content can turn into paid content as time progresses.
34:15 - “Start & scale.” Build an authentic connection with your audience in the beginning. The focus should be organically building your brand. Afterwards, you can begin to scale with ads to grow your brand.
37:45 - “Grow a community that’ll share your content on their platforms.”
52:25 - Discussion of making viral videos. “Find what works and then make it better.”
Takeaways
Be able to have content to show when people come across your pages. Stay prepared!
Are you skipping the small steps along your journey?
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss different ways to make money with social media, content building, and execution of successful business models.
What You Will Learn
Timing Of Content Release
Paid vs Organic Content
How To Add Uniqueness To Content
Forbes highest paid creator list
12:05 - “The person with the biggest vision and drive to make it a reality, can’t make pit stops explaining it along the way. Doing so will slow you down.”
24:12 - “In partnerships, find people who believe in the vision when it’s junk.” Build your team with people who will survive the ups and downs of the journey. Complete transparency is needed to avoid confusion.
27:00 - Discussion of strategically releasing content.
29:30 - Discussion of pros for organic & paid content. Organic content can turn into paid content as time progresses.
34:15 - “Start & scale.” Build an authentic connection with your audience in the beginning. The focus should be organically building your brand. Afterwards, you can begin to scale with ads to grow your brand.
37:45 - “Grow a community that’ll share your content on their platforms.”
52:25 - Discussion of making viral videos. “Find what works and then make it better.”
Takeaways
Be able to have content to show when people come across your pages. Stay prepared!
Are you skipping the small steps along your journey?
Listener Perks
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, you’ll discover the thought process and transitional pivots along the journey of consistency to 100 episodes!
What You Will Learn
Details of journey
Turning Lessons Into Catapults For Success
Managing The Ups & Downs
Monetizing Your Platform
Producing Content Intentionally
8:30 - “Have the courage to change. Start something you’re passionate about even when you’re unsure about what it’ll look like.”
26:20 - Discussion of how to monetize and grow your brand with sponsors or advertising.
35:48 - Discussion of how to properly plan a podcast. “Creating your own platform has impact.”
48:45 - Q&A with Nicky & Moose.
1:15:50 - “You will learn more from what you think is a loss than trying to plan out a perfect plan. Take a chance!”
Questions Are you staying consistent in creating and sustaining your brand?
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, you’ll discover the thought process and transitional pivots along the journey of consistency to 100 episodes!
What You Will Learn
Details of journey
Turning Lessons Into Catapults For Success
Managing The Ups & Downs
Monetizing Your Platform
Producing Content Intentionally
8:30 - “Have the courage to change. Start something you’re passionate about even when you’re unsure about what it’ll look like.”
26:20 - Discussion of how to monetize and grow your brand with sponsors or advertising.
35:48 - Discussion of how to properly plan a podcast. “Creating your own platform has impact.”
48:45 - Q&A with Nicky & Moose.
1:15:50 - “You will learn more from what you think is a loss than trying to plan out a perfect plan. Take a chance!”
Questions Are you staying consistent in creating and sustaining your brand?
Listener Perks
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I’m this episode of Nicky & Moose, guest star Tobe Nwigwe shares his story of reaching success with true authenticity, confidence, and a mission to make his purpose popular.
What You Will Learn
What making your purpose popular looks like.
Using lessons from previous experiences to apply to new ones.
How to fine tuning your craft.
What staying true to yourself looks like an opportunities that can come from it.
10:13 - “Start with what you have and hang with people who don’t make excuses.” Who you hang around is vital to your mindset & success.
12:10 - Authenticity vs Audacity. Discussion of Tobe’s creative process.
21:30 - “Knowing what your brand & vision is will take you far.” Stay true to who you are while wholeheartedly believing in your stance! Work to not allow anyones opinion sway you away from it.
29:45 - Discussion of building a team with executors to avoid spreading yourself to thin in other endeavors.
Questions
Are you honestly putting forth effort to position yourself to be successful?
Are you staying true to who you are despite not having the results you desire yet? Survive the hardship test for your time of success is coming!
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose guest CPA star Carter Cofield provides insight on how to obtain more money through tax write offs in your business and providing services in attractive ways to consumers.
What You Will Learn
What can be used as tax write off.
How Saving money
Branding yourself more effectively.
Pushing the narrative that’s attractive for consumers.
Developing a successful launch strategy.
4:25 - “Make a decision.” Life will put you in situations to mature you along the journey to success. Make an intentional choice to move forward each day.
7:15 - Discussion of how Carter branded & leveraged his work to clients. “Teaching in ways that’s fun and relatable.”
15:15 - “Live out the content you post by practicing what you preach.”
18:39 - “Start a business, obtain LLC & EIN number and a business bank account.” If you are exchanging services for money, those three components are necessary to have.
30:25 - Discussion of email marketing.
38:41 - “You can write off any expenses that are ordinary and necessary for your business.”
Takeaways
Build a business around the lifestyle you want. Work with people you want to work with.
Build proper awareness for your business.
Obtain a book keeping software. Make sure that all of your documents are up to date.
Book recommendations
4 Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss
Who Not How by Dan Sullivan
How To Win Friends An Influence People by Dale Carnegie
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In this episode of Nicky & Moose, they discuss how to add longevity to creating content by staying consistent, effectively planning, staying true to yourself, and having a clear goal and process for your brand.
What You Will Learn
How to meet the promise you made when marketing through you’re process.
Whether you should meet the needs of customers vs creating something new.
Differentiating wants and needs for your brands direction.
6:15 - “There is impact in consistency.”
9:30 - Giving your audience an explanation to why your creative break occurred is a way to build trust with your community.
16:01 - Explanation of ways to schedule postings for your content. Later is good for YouTube postings while Creators Studio is useful for Facebook an Instagram.
19:35 - Discussion of Gary Vee’s perspective on consistently posting content.
22:56 - Discussion of ways to effectively create content. Your style is often found when being authentically you.
28:30 - Are you concerned with how people are perceiving you? “People who are winning aren’t having those thoughts.”
32:45 - What’s the heart of your brand? It keeps you honest & provides passion to keep going. Especially when it’s hard to continue progressing forward.
43:45 - Continue to keep working on what you’re good at. Pick your own goals and not what others think you should do.
46:20 - Discussion on the Influencer vs the Product. “Influencer brings you to the first purchase, but the product keeps you coming back.”
Creative Takeaways
Breaks are good to recharge the mind.
Strategize ways to make & spread out content for weeks at a time.
Are you clear on what the process is for the goals you’ve set?
Is the product your seeking a want that turns into a need?
“The only time you lose is when you quit.”
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In this episode of Nicky And Moose, they discuss how egos can ruin the success of collaborations, and how two generations can coexist with each other for collaborative success.
What you will learn • What are the depths of a brand. • Kevin Hart perspective on egos. • Jay Z’s perspective on change and growth. • How people lose success after gaining it. • How to not let egos destroy great opportunities as a group. • Serving the pressure of building brand online
5:21 - “Information without understanding it is detrimental.” It’s important to know the source of the information and how to make use of it.
19:15 - Learn the language of your craft to adjust with changes that occur over time. Upgrade your brand & the method of delivery if applicable. Providing an understanding to the information you’re posting to stand out from competitors. Ask yourself what is it, who’s it for, and how can it be applied to life. Don’t become stubborn to change because of the previous success had.
23:01 - “Have a fan view of your industry to learn an appreciate the perspectives that enter the industry.” Don’t become too comfortable when it comes to learning new things that can enhance your success.
25:27 - “Try something new without feeling threatened.” The bridging of two generations needs to occur for collective success.
33:01 - “I don’t have to question myself when collaborating with other people.” Peoples questionable actions aren’t necessarily egos, but more so masked as lack of confidence in themselves.
58:01 - “Stay in your zone of genius.”
1:04:13 - “Trust your timing.”
Questions
Are you honest with your goals with the team you’re on?
Do you have an ego that stops you from collaborating with others?
How would you address someone on your team who has an ego?
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In this episode of Nicky And Moose, they discuss maneuvering through inevitable changes, building trust once it’s broken, and being aware of your position along the journey.
What you will learn
What perspective is needed when dealing with change that’s inevitable.
How to deal with feelings an emotions no matter what success level you’re on.
Owning your wrongs no matter what status you’re at.
How to organically grow you’re brand trust back.
7:10 - “Never break your brand trust.”
11:13 - “Success in one phase of your business or life does not guarantee success in the next phase.”
34:20 - Discussion about new Instagram updates.
38:50 - “Instagram is a leverage tool to become a global brand.”
46:20 - “Don’t be afraid to test new things out.” Attempting new ideas can lead to breakthroughs in your creations. You also receive honest feedback from people who engage with your brand.
50:01 - Staying at the top is about owning branches (different business ventures) that you’re apart of. There’s a transition from hustling in the beginning to more strategic actions as time passes along.
1:04:17 - “Having weaknesses doesn’t make you a failure. Not acknowledging them or finding ways to work around them will cause you to fail.”
Questions Are you leaning too much on the platform to do everything for you?
Have you ever broken brand trust before? Have you successfully built it back up?
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Being consistent is the key ingredient when it comes to being successful in anything that you do. It’s the driving force for the actions needed everyday. In this episode of Nicky And Moose, Guest Star David Shands shares the process along his journey of entrepreneurship. David provides tangible examples & principles of how he started, stayed consistent, and what he used and learned to become successful.
What You Will Learn
Being consistent, having passion & the drive to be successful.
Importance of community.
Lessons learned from building online community.
Setting a schedule that promotes rhythm and consistency.
Getting into different circles to elevate.
The power of podcasting
9:30 - “Getting around other entrepreneurs was key for growing as an entrepreneur.”
14:23 - “Know what you need.” Evaluate yourself to understand what’s needed to be consistent and successful.
20:35 - Are you comfortable with who you are & the value you bring to the table?
24:02 - “When you invest more, you have a license to charge more.” It’s a mindset that’s needed as you learn an invest in more knowledge. Be confident in what you ask for!
28:40 - “Promote your business/brand with the same excitement consistently!” Your energy level of your brand should remain high whether the business is just starting or very successful.
33:00 - Strategy provided on promoting events.
44:25 - “If you do something often enough, you’ll develop formulas for it.” Keep working on what you’ve started!
46:15 - Discussion of ways to make Podcast revenue.
1:03:10 - Three business brand books. The Psychology of Money, How To Win Friends and Influence People, and Slight Edge.
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This week Nicky Saunders And Moose Ghonim sit down with expert videographer and business owner Brandon “BrandonShotMe” Dixon. Brandon went from wanting to be a rapper to a 7 Figure Businessman all with a camera. What you will learn in this episode:
The Correct Creative Mindset
How To Niche Down As A Creative
How To Increase Your Pay and Get Your Time Back
How To Narrow Down Your Offers
How To Start Your Own Agency
How To Provide Exactly What The Client Wants As A Creator
How To Systemize Creativity
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This week Nicky Saunders And Moose Ghonim share how brands can prepare for the upcoming recession. As also discuss how to increase your prices with Inky Johnson, lessons from DJ Jazzy Jeff, and a glimpse into service base brands.
What you will learn in this episode:
How To Avoid Your Ideas Going Into The Grave Yard
How To As A Brand Prepare For The Recession
How To Take An Opportunity And Use It To Increase Your Prices
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In this episode of Nicky And Moose, our hosts break down the steps it takes to become a thought leader in your industry with lessons from Kia Henry of Faze Clan, Khaby Lame, Wallstreet Trapper, Missy Elliot, and Chris Brown. We also have a great discussion about would you pay $19 million to have lunch with Warren Buffet and the signing of Logan Paul to the WWE. What you will learn in this episode:
Pushing Your Industry VS Your Brand
The Journey to 145 Million Followers
3 Steps How To Get Your Audience To Buy Into Your Business/Brand
Being Hot Vs Being Respected
What Should You Post When Starting A Personal Brand
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Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss whether or not we should set goals with Emmanuel Acho, Tobe Nwigwe’s take on branding and having a routine, and Derek Jeter’s success blueprint using mastery. Also, check out the conversation on not only focusing on money with Ryan Clark of the Pivot Podcast. This is a can’t miss! So, grab something to take notes with and check it out. What You Will Learn:
A different perspective on setting goals
How to build a brand
The importance of consistency
The benefit of progression and winning
Putting money in its place
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On today’s episode, Nicky and Moose discuss What’s Poppin’ with former Nike CMO, Greg Hoffman on both authenticity and turning ideas into reality, as well as Don Lemon about the need for vulnerability in business.
Your hosts also break down Nick Cannon and give a fire blueprint for your brand or business to keep it thriving and relevant long after the competition has gone. So, grab your favorite device, share this with a friend, and tune in. This is a can’t miss!
What You Will Learn:
The importance of authenticity and having a belief system in your brand or business.
The significance of the team understanding and experiencing the brand or business’s core values.
The need for your audience to see your vulnerability.
The benefit of seeing ideas come to life in a certain amount of time.
The importance of staying consistent despite what’s new and shiny
We can always do more with an opportunity
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This episode is a whole different animal as your hosts get the success blueprint from Keon Davis, CEO of Smooth N Groove. This episode promises straight fire as the smoothie world’s most wanted gives the behind-the-scenes of starting and growing a renowned, successful business. So how exactly did Keon go from being audited repeatedly and having a negative bank balance to having huge names like Tyler Perry Studios and Rick Ross requesting him? This is definitely one to add to your success archives. So, grab your pen and paper or favorite device and join the conversation.
What You Will Learn:
The importance of networking
The benefits of having a vision and a blueprint.
The significance of utilizing experts instead of trying to become the expert.
How to create the concept for your branding.
The value of adjusting after a loss.
The gravity of researching and staying current.
The opportunity is never the opportunity.
You can’t take everyone with you.
The seriousness of not diminishing who you are and what you do.
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Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Omari Hardwick embracing being “off”, Fat Joe on being intentional in your business, Lebron James’ new billionaire status, and knowing your value with 19Keys and the Master Investor. Nicky and Moose also discuss achieving your dreams and what to do next with Dame Dash! So, grab your pen and paper and stick around until the end. You don’t want to miss these gems!
What You Will Learn:
What makes you tap into your greatness
Understand your influence
Look at the long game when doing business.
Operate in integrity in business
Understand another perspective on pricing your products or services
What to do once you’ve achieved your dreams
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Welcome to episode 87 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast! Check out today’s jam-packed episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Steve Harvey and imagination in business, Van Lathan’s perspective on imposter syndrome, and Malik Yoba’s view on selling versus selling yourself. Also, check out Issa Rae’s take on using a team to continue creating, Hit-Boy’s point of view on balancing business and creating, and finally, Joe Burrow’s outlook on celebrating success. You may want to take notes on this one so, grab your pen and paper or favorite device and plug into the conversation.
What You Will Learn:
The importance of putting emphasis on imagination.
How to give power back to the imagination as you get older.
Entrepreneurship is more of an inside job than an outside one.
Conformity is the disconnect to success
How to view imposter syndrome
How to sell if you’re uncomfortable selling
The fine line between selling and self-centeredness
Hire well and trust those you hire
How to balance both the creator and business sides of your organization.
Sometimes the biggest problem that can happen to a person is success
Changing perspective on success
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Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Inky Johnson and mental conditioning, what matters most with Kyrie Irving, as well as CP3’s perspective on teams and how it applies to our brands and businesses. Also, check out what Angela Yee has to say about negotiating salaries and how crucial it is for us. So, grab something to take notes with and check it out.
What You Will Learn:
Ways to condition yourself to sustain and have longevity in your career
The importance of preparation and what we consume.
Detaching from the world as a part of mental conditioning
Where fulfillment comes from
The importance of looking outside of your industry for inspiration
Redefining success for yourself
Coming to terms with the team not caring about your business like you
The leaders’ perspective when it comes to teams
The significance of negotiating salaries.
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We have a jam-packed episode full of blueprints to navigate you on your branding and business journeys. Join your hosts as they discuss what’s poppin’ with Logan Paul and his defining career moment, Jack Harlow on oversaturated markets, Romero Santos showing us how to have confidence in business, and UFC fighter Francis Ngannou explaining how to handle haters. They’ll also dive into Lenny S. and the benefits of showing up even when it’s hard. This is definitely one you’ll need your pen, pad or favorite device for! So, grab a friend and check it out! What You Will Learn:
The importance of making the process clear and simple
The significance of embracing moments of success and then moving on when the moment is done.
How to stand out in an oversaturated industry
The need to have or create confidence in your career.
How to create confidence.
What to do about haters.
The benefits that come with showing up
How to show up when you’re an introvert or nervous
You’ve heard your hosts give the blueprint from today’s special guest before, but now, he’s actually “in the building”. Mr. Brett Berish, entrepreneur and CEO of Sovereign Brands joins Nicky and Moose on today’s episode, giving all the game on branding, business relationships, failure. mindset and much much more. This is one you have to tell all your entrepreneur friends to check out. Got your pen and paper or favorite device? Jump in and get all the gems from today’s conversation.
What You Will Learn:
What to prioritize in branding
Where to find the courage to tell the story
What to include in a brand story
The importance of making mistakes early in business
Don’t force the brand on anyone, love the people that take to it.
How to research for your brand
The importance of having principles in business and branding
Learn to be your own personal brand
How to build authentic relationships in branding
Relationships in branding take time
The need for patience in brand building
Tips on starting and growing a brand or business
The importance in the person who wants it
Tips on making deals with influencers and celebrities
Brand building vs. business
The importance of being involved in the day to day in your business
Be uncomfortable and fail to get better
How to know which idea to use
Love what you do
Call, text or DM every entrepreneur you know. Let them know Episode 83 is giving the business and branding blueprints with school principal turned multi-millionaire Teri Ijeoma! This episode is nothing short of a masterclass as Teri gives a behind-the-scenes look at starting, scaling, and bringing balance to a successful business! This is definitely one to add to your success file. So, grab your pen and paper or favorite device and join the conversation.
What You Will Learn:
Life is too short.
Loving the level you’re on
Good creators vs. great creators
Putting in the time and effort, in the beginning, will set you up for success in the end.
Don’t let the quality of your media stop you from showing up
Don’t dictate what people should get out of your course.
How to form a community.
Learn everything in your business in the beginning.
Where to look to hire when your brand or business is ready to build a team.
Why not name your business after yourself
Join your hosts as they talk about what’s poppin’ with Elliott Wilson and what he has to say about teams, Gary Vee and Nicky Jam on niching down, and The Master Investor Ian Dunlap on diversifying your passion. They’ll also be breaking down privacy on social media with Wallo, answering that burning question: “Where do I draw the line on social media?” So, send this to a friend and be sure to have a pen and paper or device close by so you don’t miss these fire lessons that will propel your brand or business forward. Check it out!
What You Will Learn:
When to delegate
Ways to delegate effectively
What to consider when delegating
How to create trust in a team
Importance of creating momentum through small wins
Interest, intuition, and instinct in business
Ways to diversify your passion to stand the test of time
Do we share everything on social media?
Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss the difference between inspiration and stealing with Floyd Mayweather, Snoop Dogg’s blueprint on taking control of your content, and how Tope Awotona built a business from frustration. Also, check out the conversation on scaling your brand or business with Rodney Fieg. This is a can’t miss! So, grab something to take notes with and check it out.
What You Will Learn:
What is the line between inspiration and stealing?
The importance of growing your audience first
Stop minimizing your ideas
Success is in both sustainability and scalability
What helps in scaling a business or brand
Should you scale?
Call, text or DM every content creator you know let them know Episode 80 is giving content creation business and branding blueprints with YouTube sensation, Darryl Mayes. Sticking true to the content creator vibes, this episode promises story after story as Darryl gives a behind-the-scenes look at starting, maintaining, and monetizing a successful YouTube channel with over a million subscribers! This is definitely one to add to your success file. So, grab your pen and paper or favorite device and join the conversation.
What You Will Learn:
Don’t discount the things you have fun with
The importance of perseverance
When it comes to business, you don’t have to do everything alone.
Ways to make money from content creation
Red flags concerning business deals
How to keep loving what you do
The need to know yourself
How to stay motivated
Enjoy the process.
Be careful with brand deals.
The importance of finding a community around what you do.
Today’s episode is 100% a business blueprint. Be sure to tune in as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Will Smith and Chris Rock in a way that only Nicky and Moose can. Get the business and branding layout from Biggs of Roc-A-Fella and the businessman himself, E-40. They’ll also be discussing respecting and expanding the brand with the entrepreneur and CEO of Sovereign Brands, Brett Berish. You may want to take notes on this one so, grab your pen and paper or favorite device and plug into the conversation.
What You Will Learn:
What happens when you create a power brand.
The importance of positioning the next person to take over and lead.
The need for balancing caring and nurturing with positioning a team member for success.
Using the power of the internet and social media vs. attempting to make it the traditional route.
The importance of you respecting your brand.
The power of “no”.
Building respect for your brand.
How to expand the brand.
Join your hosts as they fire off back to back lessons as they cover the late, great Nipsey Hussle!
Nipsey's life continues to give us the most amazing blueprint as to how to think and operate our brands and businesses.
Check out this episode with a friend, colleague, or family member, and be sure to have a way to catch all the gems they’re dropping to help you to navigate in the business and branding world!
What You Will Learn:
The importance of knowing your industry model to eliminate guessing games.
Attach innovation to a business model that works.
Demand allows for innovation.
The importance of building a strong following of loyal fans.
How creative can you get with monetizing your connection?
You have to know your numbers.
The importance of partnering as a business instead of as an individual.
You can’t pass down the talent, but you can pass down the process.
Treat your business like the vision, not what it looks like right now.
The benefit of systems in helping your creative genius.
The thing that’s keeping you from the next level.
This episode promises gems as the founder of Black Christian Influencers (BCI) Jackie "The Educator" Horbrook gives the behind-the-scenes of starting, growing and scaling a successful community-based business.
This is definitely one to add to your success archives. So, grab your pen and paper or favorite device and join the conversation.
What You Will Learn:
How to know when to take a backseat to the brand
Focus on the one thing
The difference between a personal brand and a brand that you’re not the face of
What a successful influencer looks like
How to monetize as an influencer
Do’s and don’ts of being an influencer
What to do with people who slept on you as you were coming up
How to get attention from those who rejected you initially
How to audit your social media page on your own
How to gain traction when you’re starting out on social media
When do you know to start a second business
The importance of automation
The benefit of community
What makes you a CEO
How to use other people’s content to grow your Instagram
How to choose your niche
How to be successful when first starting and/or wanting to scale
Check out today’s episode as your hosts celebrate Nicki Minaj and discuss what’s poppin’ with Lil’ Wayne and his take on achieving longevity in the industry as well as 19Keys’ perspective of execution in today’s society.
Also, check out Young Guru’s blueprint to success as the supportive role behind big names such as Jay Z, Def Jam and more. So, grab something to take notes with and check it out.
What You Will Learn:
Why it’s not always a good thing to hop on trends
When is it best to take on a trend?
When is it best to start a new trend?
What about the greats should you copy?
Why trends can sometimes delay your success.
The importance of embracing changes in your industry.
Trends vs. industry standards
The importance of asking for help
Why execution seems insignificant in today’s society
Why being given things isn’t always a good thing
The importance of the person behind the scenes
The benefit of working in your genius whether it’s being the star or the support
The call is greater than the title
Why you feel you have to be in the spotlight
Join your hosts as they discuss what’s poppin’ with Twitch star Adin Ross and community building, DJ Khaled on hustle, and Tyler the Creator on insecurities.
They’ll also dive a little bit more into LeBron James’ take on his loss and how that same issue could be affecting the success of your brand or business.
This is definitely one you’ll need your pen, pad or favorite device for! So, grab a friend and check it out!
What You Will Learn:
Don’t feel bad promoting
The importance of diversifying your platforms
The benefit of showing more of us in growing a community
You will last longer than your expertise
Positioning yourself for passion
Funding the dream
How to operate your business without fear
Is testing the market a source of insecurity or a strategy?
A creator’s perspective versus an innovator’s perspective
How motives influence results
How to use people’s opinions in what you do
Why we’re always seeking approval
Special Nicky and Moose: The Podcast Episode!!! Call, text or DM all your entrepreneur friends and associates to let them know Episode 74 gives the business and branding blueprint as your hosts sit down with Marcus Davis of The Breakfast Klub!
This episode promises straight fire as Marcus gives the behind the scenes of starting his small business to making it the company that the city and celebs recognize and can’t get enough of!
This is definitely one to add to your success arsenal. So, grab your pen and paper or favorite device and join the conversation.
What You Will Learn:
What entrepreneurship is
How to get the right person’s attention
Some things to include in your business plan
The importance of the name of your brand
How to determine team principles
How to research the market
What it takes to scale a business
Don’t be desperate for success
Be prepared and learn from past experiences
Be sure to tend to the business of your business
Why you should build community as an entrepreneur
Celebrate people
Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with a new Victoria’s Secret model, Hansel Emmanuel, Fanatics’ recent acquisition of Mitchell & Ness, and the Super Bowl Halftime Show. You also don’t want to miss these gems on ownership and marketing from Kanye West. So, grab your pen and pad and stick around for the conversation.
What You Will Learn:
The beauty and benefit of inclusion
Licensing vs. ownership
Alternative ways to monetize an opportunity
How to identify a big opportunity
Ownership allows freedom to make different moves
How to repurpose a product or service
The importance of overdelivering in your brand or business
We have another gem-filled episode for you today. Join your hosts as they talk about what’s poppin’ with Snoop Dogg and Death Row, Peloton, and more on these podcast breakups.
They’ll also be breaking down the corporate and independent businesses structures giving you insight to best choose which format is right for you.
So, send this to a friend and be sure to have a pen and paper or device close by so you don’t miss these fire lessons that will propel your brand or business forward. Check it out!
What You Will Learn:
The benefit of opening opportunities to founding members
Corporate formats can become independent
What to do if you don’t want to be the face of your company
How to keep revenue flowing in your business
How to collaborate in business
The importance of role awareness in business
How to determine whether you should be corporate or independent
How to determine who to collaborate with
What to do when the shelf life of your brand is up
Go grab all your entrepreneur friends and let them know Episode 71 hits hard as your hosts sit down with Anthony O'Neal! This episode promises nothing but straight gems as AO gives us the game on branding, teaching, business, making money as a podcaster and influencer and more! He even gives the scoop on his upcoming course! But what got this renowned podcaster, bestselling author and speaker from 19 and homeless to where he is today? Tune in because the stories are crazy! Get your pen and paper or favorite device and join the conversation.
What You Will Learn:
When do you know it’s time to teach
How to choose your target audience
Write the vision
Learn to say no
Don’t let people talk you away from your vision
How to price your products or services
Be humble but don’t devalue yourself
How to make money as an influencer
True entrepreneurs make it happen
Separation is necessary sometimes
The power of teams
How to master and nurture confidence
Don’t rush to put out a product or service
Fill the gap in the market giving your audience what they need
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In today’s episode, Nicky and Moose discuss What’s Poppin’ with Kanye West and Donda 2, Tom Brady will miss the Super Bowl, and more people leave the Joe Budden Network. Your hosts also break down Steve Harvey and give a fire blueprint for your brand or business to reinvent itself using his legendary career. So, grab your favorite device, share this with a friend, and tune in. This is a can’t miss!
What You Will Learn:
What type of focus is needed to release at the level we want?
The payoff in being dependable and consistent
The blueprint for podcasters joining a network
How to make sure your tradition is never outdated
Stay in control of audience and content
The importance of taking what you have and using it in a new way staying relevant and profitable
Don’t be afraid to reinvent yourself
Anything is possible
How can you use your gifts for what you want to do
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Be sure to tune in as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Nas’ NFT drop, the latest Instagram monetization feature, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s newest partnership. They’ll also be discussing YouTube sensation MKBHD Marques Brownlee and the transition he’s making that brands and businesses should model. You may want to take notes on this one so, grab your pen and paper or favorite device and plug into the conversation. What You Will Learn:
Owning and leveraging NFTs
New ways to monetize your Instagram content
The benefits of centralizing
How to help retention rates in your business
When to monetize your content
Be strategic about what type of ownership you go after
How to build a power brand
Ways to be unique in your industry
What builds a business
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Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Lil’ Baby being all-in on crypto, this Bored Ape status symbol all the big names are into, Forbes Highest Paid YouTube Stars of 2021, and Logan Paul and Ksi’s sports drink collab. Nicky and Moose also break down a few lessons learned from Snoop Dogg, a true vet in the game! So, grab your pen and paper and stick around until the end. You don’t want to miss these gems! What You Will Learn:
Should you move all your money into the Metaverse?
How to view NFTs
Where to place value in your products
If you don’t like something, be the change
One of the conversations minority creators should be having
Areas in business where we should be consistent
Make what you have into what you know best
Figure out how to use your culture in your business
Reinvention anchored in truth and authenticity
The importance of understanding and mastering self
Entrepreneurship is an inside out job
Innovation vs mimicking
Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Earn Your Leisure Podcast, Jessica Simpson being a billion-dollar company, and saying goodbye to I Am Athlete. The business blueprints in this episode are ones you definitely want to add to your arsenal. So, grab your favorite note-taking device and check it out. What You Will Learn:
Being sure to seize the moment instead of hiding from it
The importance of roles
The significance of strategically leveraging relationships
Different ways to build a business and grow a brand
The necessity of making the vision plain
How to properly collaborate
Think bigger
Tune in as your hosts, Nicky and Moose, kick off the new year interviewing Wallstreet Trapper! Cue air horns! See what took this former street trapper from hustling on the block, going to jail, and even almost dying himself to being featured on platforms like The Breakfast Club, Ellen, and in rooms with greats like Rick Ross and Master P. Go grab your pen and paper or favorite device as Wallstreet Trapper gives the blueprint to success in business, branding, social media, community, fatherhood, and more!
You don’t want to miss this!
What You Will Discover:
How to turn what you know into something positive and lucrative for your brand or business
Everyone starts somewhere…don’t give up.
What makes people receptive to your brand or business
The payoff of being consistent on social media and showing the process
How to be scalable.
What you don’t know can no longer be an excuse for you not succeeding.
How to build a successful, tight-knit community
The importance of delegation
How to be a leader
How to be present for your family while building your brand or business
How to become the best version of you
Episode 65 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast is a can’t miss! We have another episode full of blueprints to navigate you on your branding and business journeys. Join your hosts as they discuss what’s poppin’ with Diddy and Sean John, Triller’s big business move, and Big Sean on his response to Kanye. They’ll also dive a little bit more into this NFT world with tips from Chamillionaire that are sure to take your brand or business to the next level. This is definitely one you’ll need your pen, pad, or favorite device for! So, grab a friend and check it out!
What You Will Learn
The power of influence and partnering with a platform
How to analyze an opportunity
The importance of creating your own
Give loyalty to people who want it
Completing vs. competing
Shifting from creator to owner
Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin with Meg Thee Stallion and her new Netflix partnership, Jordan entering the NFT world, and DJ Khaled’s position on social media. Also, check out important lessons from B. Simone to help with your brand and business. Grab your pen and pad or favorite device for this one…it’s a can’t miss!
What You Will Learn:
How to keep your name in a positive light
Not letting what others see as limitations stop you from being great
Making your brand relevant with where the world is going
Blueprint for marketing and partnerships
How to leverage your milestones
What social media really is today
How to leverage free
Value is just as important as ownership
How to clear up brand confusion
What consistency does for your brand
It’s ok to grow but don’t change
The first principle of achievement
Have the audacity to be this you in public
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Welcome to episode 63 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast! Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Drake and Kanye West, Travis Scott, and Alicia Keys. You also don’t want to miss these gems on ownership from Tyler Perry. So, grab your pen and pad and stick around until the end. You don’t want to miss these gems! What You Will Learn:
Your upsell doesn’t have to be complicated.
The importance of innovation in moving forward from a bad situation.
The thought that needs to go into diffusing a negative situation as a business person.
Ways to stand out in business
What will you give up for ownership?
The power to give opportunities because of ownership.
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Episode Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 01:37 - Review of the Week 08:35 - Drake and Kanye West 20:17 - Travis Scott’s Interview with Charlamagne Tha God 21:35 - Clip (Travis Scott) 22:14 - Creating Better Experiences 34:39 - Alicia Keys 35:35 - Clip (Alicia Keys) 36:20 - Business Planning Formula 49:52 - Tyler Perry 50:47 - Clip (Tyler Perry) 51:32 - Ownership 01:01:05 - Announcements 01:03:22 - Moose, Final Words
Episode 62 is definitely a special one, not just because your hosts are in the room together, but more because this episode is dedicated to the legend Virgil Abloh who passed November 28th. This show has given Virgil his flowers a number of times, so you know Nicky and Moose had to dedicate the entire episode to his genius and artistry! Don’t miss this blueprint! The map Virgil left behind is one that will launch your brand or business forward exponentially! So, take out your pen and paper, grab a friend, and tune in to today’s episode. What You Will Learn:
The importance of communicating the right idea.
The significance of simplicity.
Stop filling the void and let things be.
How perfection holds us back.
The importance of clearly and concisely describing your brand.
What collaboration entails.
Signs that a collaboration has peaked.
Signs that its time to start duplicating yourself.
Freedom to operate in your passion when its all you do.
Welcome to episode 61 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast! Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss all things Black Friday, Odell Beckham’s Bitcoin salary, and the genius of Brian Armstrong, founder of Coinbase. Also, check out the blueprint the Queen’s kids extracted from YouTuber MrBeast who just made $456,000. This is a can’t miss! So, grab something to take notes with and check it out. What You Will Learn:
How should personal brands do Black Friday
The importance of keeping things as basic: What’s the problem? What’s the solution?
We do not have to reinvent the wheel.
How to be early adopters in the Metaverse
Never pass up an opportunity to make your brand or business younger
The benefits of reinvesting
Find that thing that makes you seem crazy
How to expand your brand or business with what your currently have
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We made it to episode 60 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast! In today’s episode, Nicky and Moose discuss What’s Poppin’ with Drake and Kanye West, the Metaverse, NFT’s, and Adele’s new music release. Your hosts also break down Atlanta’s own Jeezy and give a fire blueprint for your brand or business to implement. So, grab your favorite device, share this with a friend, and tune in. This is a can’t miss! What You Will Learn:
How to use what’s new around you with what you’re currently doing.
The importance of putting power in the hands of the community versus giving power to the public.
Understanding your core audience and catering to them
How to become a trend
Longevity and legacy vs. trending and viral
What can we do to serve the people?
The importance of detaching from money
The benefits of positioning yourself as a follower instead of making it known you’re the head.
Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 1:34 - Review of the Week 5:26 - Drake and Kanye West Larry Hoover Concert 13:11 - Metaverse 17:45 - NFTs 22:42 - Adele Finally Releases New Music 24:04 - Clip (Adele) 24:37 - Knowing Your Audience 32:46 - Jeezy 34:55 - Clip (Jeezy) 35:34 - The Benefit of Serving 45:11 - Clip (Jeezy Playing His Role) 51:15 - Announcements 52:03 - Moose, Final Words
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Today’s episode is all about seeing things differently. Be sure to tune in as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Travis Scott and Astroworld, Mark Zuckerberg and Facebook’s rebranding to Meta, and of course the blueprint we can take from Kanye West to create our own success. You may want to take notes on this one so grab your pen and paper or favorite device and plug in to the conversation. What You Will Learn:
What to do as a brand or business when unfortunate events happen
Rebranding blueprint from Meta aka Facebook
The consequences of exposing your stance with your circle
Where to focus when disruption occurs
The results of seeing things differently
The importance of being open to things you don’t understand
Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Jay Z and the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame, Rhianna’s music release, and Trey Brown of Spergo. Nicky and Moose also break down a few lessons learned from Shark Tank’s own Daymond Johns! Grab your pen and paper and stick around until the end. You don’t want to miss these gems! What You Will Learn:
How to know where to put your confidence
How to build your confidence
Acknowledging those people and events that make you who you are
The beauty in repurposing
Should you quit your day job?
What sales really are
When to let your business idea go
Special Episode Alert!!! Go grab all your entrepreneur friends and let them know Episode 57 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast features none other than Connie S. Falls! The “S” is for “Systems”!!! This episode is absolute fire as Connie gives us the game on the importance of systems in our brands and businesses as well as an inside look into how she got started in her 14-year reign as the Systems Queen working with top companies like Dell and top influencers like Alix Good Energy and Wall Street Trapper! But what got this systems tycoon into this field in the first place? How does she do it all as a mom and business owner? Tune in because you won’t believe the answers if I told you. Get your pen and paper or favorite device and join the conversation. What You Will Learn:
Common sense is not common, documentation is.
What operational systems are and how they benefit your brand or business
When a personal brand should start implementing systems
The importance of sustainability
The difference between growth and scaling
The importance of delegating
The need to invest in your systems
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Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Kanye West and McDonald’s, Sir Elton John’s new collaborations, as well as the late, great Bob Marley. Also, check out what happened with Big Sean that made the Queens’ kids get really transparent. So, grab something to take notes with and check it out. What You Will Learn:
How to stay relevant through humility
Intentionality in reaching out to the next generation
Making sure our business is in order to pass to our people
Watch how people treat your family at the business table
What it looks like when the grind works against you
How to achieve ultimate happiness
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We have another episode full of blueprints to navigate you on your branding and business journeys. Join your hosts as they discuss what’s poppin’ with Meg the Stallion, Lebron James, and Kyrie Irving. They’ll also dive in a little bit to see how Meek Mill is dealing with social media and how we should look at it to grow our brands and businesses. This is definitely one you’ll need your pen, pad, or favorite device for! So, grab a friend and check it out! What You Will Discover:
How to think concerning partnerships
How to stay relevant and build your business
How to use social media
The importance of learning to reconfigure the plan.
Welcome to episode 54 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast! Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with the Facebook/Instagram/What’s App shutdown and Tina Turner’s catalog payoff. Also, check out important lessons from Russ and the great Nipsey Hussle. Grab your pen and pad or favorite device for this one…it’s a can’t miss. What You Will Learn:
What route do you go when you want to stay relevant?
Is it worth it?
Have relationships in business, not just resources.
Think cash flow and credibility when making deals.
Prioritize in your brand/business.
Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with R. Kelly (by request), DJ Envy, and Coachella, as well as Gary Vee’s NFT payoff. In this episode, Nicky and Moose bring back the breakdowns focusing this episode on Mr. Worldwide himself, Pitbull! Grab your pen and pad and stick around until the end. You don’t want to miss these gems! What You Will Learn:
Your work and your wrongs
When to fight for your name
Stop overthinking…anything is possible
Stay consistent, people are rooting for you
You narrate your own story
How social media sees us and how they operate
How to take back the power from social media
Ways to maintain success
Welcome to Episode 52 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. This episode is coming straight to you fresh off the 120 Conference. Nicky and Moose are going to give you some highlights and lessons learned both on and off the stage. This is definitely one you don’t want to miss. Grab a friend and your favorite note-taking tools so you don’t miss your business and branding blueprint. Check it out! What You Will Learn:
Credibility and branding go hand in hand.
Social media is your stage before the stage.
Why don’t many of us like to be seen on social?
Why does in-person energy differ from online energy most times?
How to know when the audience is processing versus just not feeling you?
Live what you teach.
Use storytelling to connect with those who don’t connect with facts and data.
Bringing such amazing energy to a room that everyone in the room gets blessed.
Making opportunities happen before they happen.
Things don’t have to be complicated.
Find the right environment
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Welcome to episode 51 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast! Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Usain Bolt and Sha’Carri Richardson, of course, the Ja’ Rule and Fat Joe Verzuz battle, as well as lessons in building from Styles P. Also, check out an important lesson the Queens’ kids pulled from Drake this past week. This is a can’t miss! So, grab something to take notes with and check it out. What You Will Learn:
How having your own platform can possibly be a distraction
Balance your talk and your results
Stay focused on the assignment and what you know works
There is a need for confidence with your craft
Be careful with who you let into your space
How to move forward in a space without support from those you care about
It’s a celebration!!! We made it to Episode 50 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast! But, in this episode, your hosts didn’t break out the cake and balloons. Instead, they brought on branding and marketing genius Wallo aka Wallo267! In addition to being a social media titan, Wallo is a renowned podcaster who’s interviewed influential celebs and moguls like Ice Cube, Shaq, and even Nipsey Hussle! But what got this Philly native to this level after spending 20 years in jail? What drives him? How can we level up in this same way? Join the conversation today as Nicky and Moose take a look at the behaviors and disciplines that keep Wallo at the top of his game. What You Will Learn:
How to find a balance between high-level content and the kind you just throw up.
How to use what you’re doing now to run your business
Stop trying to be perfect on social media
The good thing about being called crazy
How to stay focused and disciplined
Just do it
Use what you have to create your media company
The importance of community
How to start and monetize a podcast
Live your life
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Welcome to episode 49 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast! Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with The Joe Rogan Podcast and Spotify, of course, the Drake and Kanye album rollouts, as well as what’s next for Verzuz. Of course, they couldn’t forget to talk about the fam, Tobe Nwigwe as well as Terrence Martin. Grab your pen and pad and stick around until the end. You don’t want to miss this one! What You’ll Discover:
Which is more important: influence or money?
Things to consider when your brand is sought out for exclusivity.
It’s ok to keep things simple but, what’s the meaning behind it?
The power of FOMO.
The importance of remembering that we are different.
The significance of work ethic.
What it takes to be a leader.
How to serve strategically.
Stay the course.
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Welcome to Episode 48 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. Today’s episode is all about competition so, be sure to tune in as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley, Jay Z and Beyonce’s Tiffany’s endeavor, Shaq and his business ventures, and Pinky Cole of Slutty Vegan in Atlanta. Also, Nicky and Moose discuss this whole Drake vs. Kanye competition and what we can take away from it to better our brands and businesses. Don’t miss it! What You Will Learn:
The importance of being authentically you.
Understanding the power of the culture.
The payoff in knowing who you want to be versus becoming who surrounds you in the industry.
The benefit of receiving good feedback and executing on it.
The importance of patience in business
The consequence of strategic supply and demand
Have a sense of scarcity with your brand
Learn what works for you and your brand
Be true to your word in business
Different approaches to your product/service rollout
Ways to use competition to your advantage
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Welcome to this special edition of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. Episode 47 is sure not to disappoint as your hosts sit down for their very first in-person podcast! Join the Queens’ natives as they discuss what’s poppin’ with Kendrick Lamar, Only Fans, and the real story with KD and Draymond. Nicky and Moose also exchange gems on Nick Cannon and Kevin Hart’s relationship and how it applies to our brands and businesses. They discuss Lizzo’s cyberbullying situation and, on top of all of that, they drop a few personal lessons they learned with setting up this particular podcast. This is one you definitely need in your brand and business arsenal so grab a friend and your favorite note-taking device and let’s get into it. What You Will Learn:
Stay in your lane.
The beauty in completion.
How dope it is to document the process.
Branding for more than a season.
The importance of checking credentials.
The significance in the culture having tough conversations.
The benefits of building relationships and being in healthy competition.
The importance of not becoming too dependent on our audience’s feedback.
The pay off of perseverance.
The importance of preparation.
Be hungry yet confident.
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Episode 46 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast is a can’t miss! We have another episode full of blueprints to navigate you on your branding and business journeys. Join your hosts as they discuss what makes an influencer, the necessity of negotiation, and when to take a back seat to let someone else shine. They’ll also dive in a little bit to see how Wallo is dominating social media and his take on the importance of having proof. This is definitely one you’ll need your pen, pad or favorite device for! So, grab a friend and check it out! What You Will Discover:
The blueprint to becoming an influencer
Don’t be afraid to try new things
The necessity of negotiations
How to know you’re being fair in negotiations
When to take a backseat
The importance of research before entering the social media space
Proof and data will put you at the table with masters
When to do things for free and how
The benefit in being kind to yourself
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Welcome to Episode 45 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. Today’s episode is full of money and gems so, be sure to tune in as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with South Park, Verzuz, Rhianna of course, and Diddy or Sean Combs or…you’ll see. Also, Nicky and Moose discuss Tyler the Creator and take a moment to celebrate Nipsey Hussle on his birthday. Don’t miss it! What You Will Discover:
Be prepared for competition even if your competition isn’t prepared for competition.
Influence is not the end goal
You don’t necessarily have to do something new when you get bored.
You don’t have to reinvent the wheel. People still need the basics.
Teams must know their roles to be successful
Your world is not everyone else’s reality
We don’t have to always stick to the old script
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Welcome to Episode 44 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. Today is the birthday episode!!! Yep, we’re celebrating Nicky’s birthday while talking what’s poppin’ with Kanye, Simone Biles, and Da’ Baby. Because it’s a celebration, you know this episode is full of gems! So, grab a piece of cake and your favorite note-taking tools so you don’t miss a thing. Check it out! What You Will Discover:
Get the feedback from your tribe before dropping.
The importance of being proactive as the marketplace changes.
Check your contracts.
Learn to be quiet on subjects you don’t know about.
Be patient with people and teach those who don’t know.
We should start to become our own heroes.
You define success.
The value of experience over the material.
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Welcome to Episode 43 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. We have another jam-packed episode for you today. Join your hosts as they continue to talk about what’s poppin’ with this space journey, the NBA Finals, and what mouth-dropping thing Virgil Abloh did. They’ll also be giving us lessons from Meg Thee Stallion and breaking down the album rollouts of Kanye West and Lil’ Nas X. This is definitely one you want to follow until the end! So, grab a friend and your favorite note-taking tools so you don’t miss your business and branding blueprint. Check it out! What You Will Discover:
The importance of taking yourself out of the forefront.
What type of journey speaks to your greatness.
When to compete and when to collaborate.
Is it smart to give up so much of your company?
The correlation between your circle and your confidence.
Fear doesn’t mean wrong all the time.
The importance of flipping the question.
Preparing for different seasons in life.
You define education.
Different ways to roll out your product or service.
When do we get to a point where we can launch without saying anything?
Being comfortable with who you are.
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Welcome to Episode 42 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. We have another jam-packed episode for you today. Join your hosts as they talk about what’s poppin’ with the 120 Conference, Space Jam 2, and lessons from Naomi Osaka. They’ll also be breaking down the empire 50 Cent is building and the strategic business moves of comedian Kountry Wayne. So, send this to a friend, and be sure to have a pen and paper or device close by so you don’t miss these fire lessons that will propel your brand or business forward. Check it out! What You Will Discover:
Know your audience and cater to them.
Sometimes its better to let your presence and your platform do the talking for you.
There’s a difference between an owner and an operator.
The value of employees, documentation and systems.
The pros and cons of being talented.
Do what feels right to you and whatever is in your best interest.
The importance of treating what you do as a business.
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Welcome to Episode 41 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. As usual, your hosts have their ear to the streets. Join them as they talk about what’s poppin’ with Eric Thomas, new developments with Netflix, big tech moves with major companies, reaction to the Ice Cold Documentary, and a look back at the Fyre Festival. We’re also talking about taking your brand or business global, marketing, and if we should have a 9-5 work ethic. This is definitely one you don’t want to miss. Grab a friend and your favorite note-taking tools so you don’t miss your business and branding blueprint. Check it out! What You Will Discover:
The benefits of cutting out the middle man
The power and influence of marketing
The downfall of making moves out of being desperate for money
The importance of having reality markers in the midst of dreaming big
The importance of going global with our messaging
How to get your message to a wider audience
The need to set boundaries with business allowing you to enjoy life
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Welcome to Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. Episode 40 is definitely one for the books as the Queens’ kids celebrate by bringing on a legendary Queens native and a woman who’s been leaving her mark since the 80’s…Ms. Erica Ford! Erica is doing renowned work on the streets of New York and works closely with the Hip Hop community to effect change. She’s worked with Tupac, Russell Simmons, Jada Pinkett Smith, presidents and ambassadors of various countries… and that doesn’t even scratch the surface. How did she get her start? What got her in these rooms? What keeps her going after all these years? Don’t miss today’s episode to find out her secrets and what you can apply to your brand or business. What You Will Discover:
People connect to your word
The importance of not downplaying your significance
The places being selfless can take you
The doors that are unlocked through consistency and determination
The keys to building relationships
The payoff of perseverance
How to tap into resources
How to build a team
The benefits of being physically fit for the work
Learn to take away something valuable from the people you come across
Welcome to Episode 39 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. This episode is full of success secrets so, be sure to tune in as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with Only Fans, Michael B. Jordan, Verzuz, and J Cole. You’ll also get some great business and branding bars as Nicky and Moose discuss the new documentary from the legend herself, Mary J. Blige. Don’t miss it! What You Will Discover:
How to switch your brand from what it’s known for.
The importance of researching before you launch
The significance of your environment in your success or lack thereof
How to stay tapped in to the foundation
The benefits of staying in a state of learning
The power of words
The secret to success is in the simple things
How to master your style
The value in getting the facts
Welcome to Episode 38 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. Listen to today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s poppin’ with The Walk of Fame, what E.T. the Hip Hop Preacher is up to, and The Rory and Mal Podcast. You can also expect gems from what we’re seeing from Lil’ Baby and the tweeting spree Kevin Hart went on recently. Go get your favorite device or your notebook and pen. You don’t want to miss this one. What You Will Discover:
Leveling up your audience experience
You can do business with friends
What it really means to give back to the community
The significance of not showing everything
The moments that define your character the most are the ones that don’t happen on camera
Valuing the things and people that have got you where you are
Talent is no longer what separates you
Who’s opinion you should be listening to
Seek inspiration
Welcome to Episode 37 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. Check out today’s episode as Nicky and Moose discuss what’s poppin’ with Balenciaga and Crocs, what Kanye West is up to now, and still trying to make sense of this Mayweather exhibition. This episode also promises business gems from the Migos. You just have to tune in to understand. Grab a friend and your favorite note-taking tools to add this episode to your business and branding blueprint. You don’t want to miss it. What You Will Discover:
Using the data to make business deals
The benefits of focusing on the one thing
Repeating blueprints of success wherever you are
The payoff in being strategic and intentional
The importance of being laser-focused enough on your goals to not care what people say
Be consistent with what you’re doing, there’s an audience for it
The significance in investing to create brands
Talent doesn’t make brands
Welcome to Episode 36 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. Tune in to today’s show as your hosts get candid talking about Bad Bunny and mental health. This episode also covers Deion Sanders’ remarks on role models, of course, what’s poppin’ with Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul, and finally inspiration from Roddy Rich and Jay-Z. Grab your pen and paper or your favorite device, whatever your thing is, and check it out. What You Will Discover:
The results of creating to make yourself feel comfortable
The importance of sharing your story
The seriousness in dealing with low points as an influencer or leader
The value in taking responsibility for where you are
The advantage of preparing yourself to protect yourself from the viral moments
The benefit of checking out and milking the phases of your brand
Keep going, you never know who’s paying attention
The significance in not staying discouraged
The consequences of having a support system
The difference is in what you do
Welcome to Episode 35 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. They’ll get into what’s poppin’ with Drake being honored as Artist of the Decade at Billboard Music Awards. Also, Naomi Osaka became the highest-paid female athlete but how? Plus you know they had to cover the big move Amazon just made by buying MGM Studios and grab some lessons from J. Balvin. Grab what you need to take in the lessons from this episode…and maybe some rice while you’re at it. (You’ll get that later.) Don’t miss out on this one! What You Will Discover
The truth behind the process
A way to stay grounded
Why brands are attracted to your brand or business
The results of getting solid advice
Simple concepts pushing big ideas
The significance of patience in growing
Understanding the data and partnerships
What you need to go global
It’s ok to be you on social media
Welcome to Episode 34 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast. Check out today’s show as your hosts break down what’s poppin’ with Chrissy Teagan and Nicki Minaj. Also take a look at some lessons we can learn from Soulja Boy. Trust me, you don’t want to miss it! You’re going to need pen and paper, your favorite device, or whatever you can find to capture all of these gems! Check it out! What You’ll Discover:
How to protect yourself now for your future.
Stay in your lane.
Adapting to the times.
The pros of repurposing.
The importance of staying current on the internet.
How to go viral.
The significance of being an early adapter.
How to become first in your lane.
Why don’t many want to do the work?
The need to show the receipts AND the systems.
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In episode 33 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast, your hosts have a lot to share! Check out their thoughts and lessons learned from the Ellen announcement, the Joe Budden Podcast moves, and what J. Cole has been rolling out. Grab a friend and your favorite note-taking tools to add this episode to your business and branding arsenal. What You’ll Discover: -Bow out while you’re on top -Understanding your influence and your brand -Control your narrative -How to do business with friends -Be careful of what you’re doing to hold on to control -Equity when growing a business -How much to demand on your name -Bringing in new exercises and ideas to help make you great -Not waiting for inspiration to hit -Feeling free to walk away
Welcome to episode 32 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast. Don’t miss today’s jam-packed episode as your hosts discuss the new DJ Khaled, Jay Z, and Nas drop. Of course, they’re going over what’s up with Will Smith, as well as Nike and the Kobe legacy. You know they couldn’t forget this Gary Vee NFT drop and finally, what’s poppin’ with the Mayweather and Logan Paul exhibition fight. As always, you’ll walk away with tools that will help build your brand or business. So grab your pen and paper or your favorite device and check it out! What You Will Discover:
Associate the new stuff you’re doing with what people know you for.
Show the journey and create a movement
What can you do to create impact and money simultaneously
Play to your strengths
Do what’s right for your brand
Understand your brand
Owning it when others won’t
Assess the partnership
What can you do to make your NFT an experience
Do you protect the legacy or get the bag?
Welcome to episode 31 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast! On today’s episode, Nicky and Moose talk to Sara Lovestyle all about the mindset, strategies, and behaviors she’s implemented in her business and brand to get her the bag. Check out today’s episode to find out what you can incorporate into what you do to make you a top earner in your field. Check it out! What You Will Discover:
The importance of a team
Read the contracts
Sometimes you have to trust your gut
How to create content as an introvert
How to effectively use social media
How to move forward when you’re outside of your comfort zone
Red flags when doing business
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We made it to episode 30 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast! On today’s episode, Nicky and Moose have invited a very special guest who we’re going to have some fun with and grab some lessons from. Jeremy Joyce is not only living his passion and making money from it, but he’s also creating opportunities for himself and businesses nationwide! But how did he get where he is today and how did he position himself to make these moves? Check out today’s episode to find out his secrets and what you can apply to your brand or business. Listen, you will need pen and paper, your favorite device, or whatever you can find to capture all of this heat! Check it out!Check Jeremy out @blackpeopleeats on InstagramTry Ecamm for 14 Days for free nickyandmoose.com/ecamm
Welcome to episode 29 of Nicky and Moose the podcast. Check out today’s episode as your hosts discuss what’s going on with Kanye & Gap, Alex Rodriguez, and what’s poppin’ in the crypto world. Learn certain behaviors to take on, things to look for, and do when investing in something new. Don’t miss out! What You Will Discover:
Keeping business & personal separate
Looking outside of the path people typically take in your industry
Check out who you're surrounding yourself with
Ask the right questions
Master the impact side
Stop overthinking
How to get a seat at the table
Today’s episode of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast is a true celebration of the life of DMX. Join the New York natives as they, in true Nicky and Moose fashion, uncover the essence of the life of the legendary rapper and share it in a way that it lives on through our personal brands and businesses. Tune in. What You Will Discover:
Don’t try to hop on all the trends. Stay in your lane.
Nothing that you do in good faith will ever be done in vain.
As a leader, position people to carry on further than you.
Can you serve without expecting anything in return?
Promote good, but give in silence.
The importance implanting memories over posting on social media.
What is that thing that represents your brand?
The difference between helping people and indirect selling
Reconsider the meaning of giving back
Everything doesn’t need to be put out right away
Document and keep it in the vault
Prepare content for your documentary
Learning maximum level impact
Episode 27 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast brings out a myriad of feelings as the two discuss DMX, outed “influencers”, NFT’s, and Dame Dash. This episode is one that you’ll want to check out more than once for the lessons and the laughs. Invite a friend to join you with pen and paper in hand as Nicky and Moose deliver wisdom to help you with your business or brand. What You Will Discover:
Be relatable and make a way for others.
It’s ok to be slow to retaliate or not retaliate at all.
There’s no need to claim your greatness when you’re truly great.
Don’t be desperate for content.
Prioritize character over content.
Eventually social media will show who you really are.
Grow with your influence.
Get out of your feelings when operating a brand.
Create a strategy before responding to things.
Using NFT’s to Crete demands
There’s always options with your brand or business.
Take the blueprint but get the context.
A different definition of wealth.
Follow your path
Different ways to measure success as a leader.
The necessity of answering what success and wealth look like to you.
Information doesn’t replace the work.
In episode 26 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast, your hosts did not come to play! Nicky Saunders and Mostafa Ghonim fire off back-to-back lessons as they cover the Joe Budden Podcast, Issa Rae, and the late great Nipsey Hussle! Check out this episode with a friend, colleague, or family member, and be sure to have a way to catch all the gems they’re throwing to help you to navigate in the business and branding world! What You Will Discover:
How to handle business and friendships
The importance of checking in on your business partners/friends
The payoff in working with what you have
Proceed with caution when watching others
The benefits of being transparent
Understanding the difference between business/brand rules vs. your craft?
Having a sense of direction with building a brand
The importance of doing your homework when starting your brand/business
What makes a legend
What’s your park?
How big of a role you play in the tech industry
Episode 25 of Nicky and Moose, The Podcast is definitely a milestone episode you don’t want to miss! Today your hosts are covering the biggest events in the culture right now. From Kanye West to DJ Khaled, and even LeBron James and Mav Carter, get caught up on the top stories from this past week. Also, make sure you’re ready to take notes. This episode is full of major takeaways for your brand and business. What You Will Discover:
Watch what you entertain
The reward of being you
The importance of team
Finding the gaps and bringing value
The significance of the “behind the scenes people”
Be humble and ask questions
Don’t disqualify yourself from the room
The magic of being in the room
Being a progressive thinker and taking away transferrable skills
The consequences of changing your environment
We’re on Episode 24 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast. This episode is full of surprises from this past week. Today, your hosts talk about everything from the Verzuz acquisition to NFTs and even Cardi B! Make sure you have you pen and paper in hand as you check out this episode to take down the gems uncovered to elevate your brand or business. What you will discover:
Making the transition between how it started to the 2.0 version of your brand or business.
The importance of documenting.
Lessons on NFTs.
The significance of community.
Having the audacity to be you.
Still producing in spite of the pressure.
Investing to have success.
The danger of “one is close to none”.
Play the long game.
Episode 23 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast is finally here and your hosts have a lot to talk about! From what’s going on with Jay-Z and Tidal, to the NBA All-Star Weekend, and even a couple of movie sequels. Check out today’s episode with your favorite notes app or a pen and paper as Nicky and Moose pull lessons from the major highlights of last week. Determine what lessons would be instrumental in building and developing your brand or business. What you will discover:
Really understand your core values and the importance of moving on facts when doing business.
Stop being the last to move in certain areas.
Having themes in your brand that stretch worldwide.
How to view other people’s opinions.
When to pay attention to other’s opinions.
Should you stop when there are bad reviews about you?
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They’re back! Episode 22 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast has just the two kids from Queens waxing deep as they bring back the breakdowns and a brand new segment! Check out today’s episode to pick up lessons from one of the greatest athletes of all time —Tiger Woods. Join Nicky and Moose as they, not only celebrate this living legend but also breakdown who he is according to the flight assessment. Discover what you can take away from one of the greatest to ever do it, and what you can implement into your brand or business. What you will discover:
Ownership based off your likes.
Playing the long game.
Promoting your personal brand.
Moving on what you’re learning instead of sitting on the information.
Do you keep the thing you built from the ground up or sell it?
Who to collaborate with.
Competing in your lane and competing with your craft.
Learning from your losses
Episode 21 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast is one you don’t want to miss. For this episode, the duo brought in a real estate mogul who is taking over in more ways than one —Mrs. Terrica Lynn Smith. Terrica is the owner of multi-million dollar real estate developments, creator of the Developers board game, speaker, and more! She’s been featured in numerous articles and has even been to the White House. But how did she go from being a homeless mom to the real estate tycoon we see today? Check out today’s episode to find out her story and what you can take away to help build your brand or business. What you will discover:
How to keep persist through challenges.
The importance of finding your niche.
Things you need to enjoy success.
How your past hardships can position you for success.
The significance of not hesitating to move on your dream.
The benefits of social media in impacting lives.
Alignment comes as you continue to move forward.
The benefits of being an interrupter…being odd
The moment you begin to win.
Be patient.
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We made it to episode 20 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast! On today’s episode, Nicky and Moose have invited a very special guest to have a some fun with—renowned celebrity podcaster Shawn Anthony! Not only has he interviewed New York Times bestselling authors and Grammy Award winners, but he also has a top podcast and tons of resources to teach you how to start and build your own podcast. But where did he get his start and what keeps him going? Check out today’s episode to find out his secrets and what you can apply to your brand or business. What you will discover:
Just ask.
How a podcast can benefit your brand or business.
The benefits of moving outside of your comfort zone.
The importance of not “dimming your light”.
How to overcome fear of the “cool kids”.
The significance of seeing the vision and selling it.
The importance of repurposing moments.
How to overcome fear of failure.
What’s the bigger picture to podcasting.
How to stay consistent when others have not yet bought into the vision.
How to monetize the podcast.
How to utilize Clubhouse.
The importance in building relationships.
What the speakers are using for their podcasts.
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Welcome to episode 19 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast. On today’s episode, Nicky and Moose have a conversation with radio, tv, and podcast host Quincy Harris! In addition to being a top-level host, interviewing the likes of Diddy, Jay-Z, and Jermaine Dupri, the Philly native has also shot, edited, and produced a lot of his own content. But where did this drive come from? Join us today as we take a look at the behaviors and disciplines that keeps Q at the top of his game. What you will discover:
Making sure you make moves towards ownership.
The importance of overcoming obstacles.
The significance of doing things in steps and asking questions.
Understanding who you do it for.
Sometimes letting go of how you think your dream is going to look.
It’s ok to take time to get yourself together.
The importance of keeping up with the times
The relief in having freedom
Get knowledge.
Know why you’re on these apps
Learn from your mistakes.
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Welcome to episode 18 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast. On today’s episode, Nicky and Moose sit down with the 15-year-old entrepreneur and CEO himself — Trey Brown! Trey is the owner of the multi-million dollar clothing line Spergo. He’s connected with huge names and has even retired his mom! But how did he earn his success? Join us today as we take a look at the mentality behind what got Trey started, what keeps him going, and what will launch him to the top in the future. What you will discover:
Age isn’t a factor in the decision to start your brand or business.
The payoff in being persistent and prepared.
The value of mentorships.
There’s a loss in the rush. Stay ahead.
The importance of quality over quantity.
Figure out what makes you unique and showcase that.
People will love you for you.
The significance of a strong support system.
The importance of rest and adding experts to your team.
Having a right perspective on leadership.
Why digital products are important.
Engagement is key.
The benefits of waking up early and being consistent.
Welcome to episode 17 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast. This episode is extremely different in that this podcast prides itself on giving people their flowers while they’re still living. But this iconic phenom was one they couldn’t pass up. On the anniversary of his death, join Nicky and Moose as they celebrate and honor the legendary Kobe Bryant. Check out some of the things that landed him a spot as one of the greats and determine what you can use in your own brands and businesses to do the same. What you will discover:
The importance of dedicating time to your craft.
Is isolation good or bad?
Analyzing whether things others do are for you or not.
The reality of what fear is.
How to calm fear.
Understanding the power of words.
The importance of the search for facts.
Ridding yourself of the fear of failure and judgment.
How to deal with judgment.
What to do when you pass people.
Once you reach a certain level, you’re still not done.
Interview CipsKobe Bryant EXPLAINS The MINDSET Of A WINNER & How To SUCCEED | Lewis HowesKobe - Shaq 1-on-1 InterviewKobe Bryant's LAST GREAT INTERVIEW On How To FIND PURPOSE In LIFE | Kobe Bryant & Jay Shetty
Welcome to episode 16 of Nicky and Moose The Podcast. In this episode, the two hip-hop heads are going to pull back the curtain on the hip-hop and business mogul himself — Dr. Dre. From DJ, to rapper, to producer, to businessman, Dr. Dre does it all and does it in legendary fashion. Check out today’s episode as we take a look at the design he’s laid out for us to follow in our own brands and businesses. What you will discover: ⁃The importance of controlling your own narrative. ⁃The need to make a choice as to why you do what you do. ⁃Does quality over quantity still hold up in this day and age? ⁃The significance of working on what you love every day. ⁃How to keep your creativity fresh. ⁃How to deal with critics. ⁃Why the greats never feel fully accomplished. ⁃The importance of staying true to yourself.Take the Flight Assessment on flightassessment.comInterview Clips:Dr. Dre interview (2012)Dr. Dre Interview with LL Cool JDr. Dre Interview (1997) [FULL]Dr. Dre - 2001: The Making of a Classic (Short Documentary - 2019) (Re-Upload)
Welcome to episode 15 of Nicky and Moose, The Podcast. In this episode, the New York natives bring back the Flight Assessment breakdowns starting with a legendary hip hop mogul. You may have seen him in the news recently putting in his bid to purchase Reebok. Today we’re breaking down Master P. From NBA basketball player, to rapper, to business mogul, Master P is strategically creating a blueprint that we can create success from in our own brands and businesses. Check out today’s episode as we take a look at that blueprint as well as the mindset that helped Master P build the success he has today. What you will discover:
The significance of ownership
What the entrepreneur spirit looks like
Two different ownership models
The positive consequences of not letting ego move business decisions
Going after what you want instead of waiting for someone to give it to you
The importance of looking for the problem.
The money is in the solutions
Investing in knowledge
The cost of getting to millionaire status
The downside of free information
The rewards of trusting those who are masters in their space.
A new way to look at competition
Why a million dollar mindset requires you to turn down money
Knowing yourself enough to recognize when you need help
The benefits of not focusing on the money.
Looking at the ROI
Interview ClipsCNBC TelevisionRevolt TV - Revolt SummitexpediTIously with Tip T.I. HarrisYahoo FinanceSway Universe
Welcome to episode 14 of Nicky and Moose, The Podcast. In this episode, Nicky and Moose brought in a heavy hitter for you— Inky Johnson! His story is inspiring and the man he is today is one that we can all take note of and learn from. But what got him to the level of success he’s experiencing now? Listen to today’s episode as we take a look behind the scenes to see the mindset, values, and disciplines that makes Inky the role model we know today. What you will discover:
The need to slow down.
Understanding the seriousness of sharing your story.
The importance of faith in the formula to success
The need for role models for your brand
Becoming perfected through obedience
Don’t undercut your family
The gravity of clarity in providing value
The significance of sticking with your purpose vs what’s convenient
The consequences of focus
How to balance humility and confidence
The need for showing people how to treat you
Why be exclusive
The importance of staying a student
The value in challenging yourself to grow
The significance of a work-life balance
The need for intentionality
Welcome to Episode 13 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast! Today’s episode is an extra special one as Nicky and Moose head up something like their own awards show. Join the two Queen’s natives as they highlight the brands and businesses of four individuals who are on their way to becoming living legends. Check out today’s episode to find out who they choose and the lessons we can learn from these legendary influencers to implement into our own brands. What you will discover:
Social media is not that deep
Remain a student of the game
The role respect plays in success
The importance of repetition
The benefits of being able to transition
The significance of really living the life you talk about
Understanding the need for a mindset shift
The success in simplicity
Welcome to Episode 12 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast! Today’s episode is a can’t miss as Nicky and Moose go head to head in a sense, battling introverts vs. extroverts. Nicky and Moose each choose 2 of their favorite celebrities they’ve covered in the past and talk about lessons learned. Check out today’s episode to find out who they choose and the lessons we can learn from these legendary influencers to implement into our own brands and businesses. What you will discover:
The difference between feedback and approval
How to step into being fully you
The benefits of knowing strengths and weaknesses
How to succeed and be the best at what you do
The benefits of looking beyond the money
Why some are struggling in a virtual world
You don’t have to move with the money (or what’s viral) first
What people are buying into
There are no rules
Why collaborate with someone
The importance of creating frameworks and having principles
The significance of uniquely following a blueprint
Your tribe will find a way to pay you
Interview clips:Kobe Bryant | Ep 11 | ALL THE SMOKE Full PodcastJ. Cole Uncensored: Why He's Not Following "Their" Rules | Sway's UniverseKanye West Interview (2002)Hotboxin' with Mike TysonThe Studio Interview with Nipsey Hussle | Breaks Down 'Victory Lap' and Overcoming His ObstacleTry Ecamm free for 14 Days nickyandmoose.com/ecamm
Episode 11 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast is a little different. Join Nicky Saunders and Mostafa Ghonim as they take a quick trip down memory lane giving flowers to 4 people who had big wins in 2020. Who will they cover and what was the mindset and behaviors that scored these individuals these major wins? Check out today’s episode as we take a dive into all of it and figure out how to use these lessons in our own brands and businesses. What you will discover:
The impact of a unique touch
How to transition from in-person to virtual
How to become a pioneer in your industry
The importance of telling your story
The benefit of staying in your lane
The places consistency can take you
Where a vision is birthed
The value in working with what you have
The need to go beyond the physical
Why care about things outside of your brand or business
Why hate seems so much louder than love
How to deal with haters
This episode is one for the books. Not only are we celebrating the 10th episode of Nicky and Moose the Podcast, but we’re celebrating in a major way! To make this episode extra special, we brought in the undisputed, number one motivational speaker in the world—Dr. Eric Thomas aka E.T. the Hip Hop Preacher. He started out with very humble beginnings, so how did Eric Thomas become the impactful, inspirational, viral presence we’ve all come to know and love? Check out today’s episode as we take a look into the mindset behind this life-changing figure and learn and implement the principles that have helped to get him where he is today. What you’ll discover: - The power of words - How to truly take the Flight Assessment -Transitioning through rough times -Making time for the things we didn’t focus on before -Not taking things for granted -The key to maintaining relationships -The importance of each member of a team -The significance of being decisive -The importance of continuing to study. -How crucial it is to have a team
Episode 9 of Nicky and Moose: The Podcast is a rare one as the two kids from Queens get an exclusive interview with the right hand to the number one motivational speaker in the world, Carlas "CJ" Quinney. CJ has been rockin’ with Eric Thomas aka ET the hip-hop preacher for over 15 years now and has not only largely contribute to the building of this now and has a multi-million dollar empire, but he is also a mentor to people like Tobe Nwigwe and the 9-5 millionaire, Jemal King. You can normally only find him on the secret to success podcast, so this is definitely an episode you don't want to miss as we get a closer look into the behaviors and mindsets that will help you stand out and get to the top in your own brand and business -The importance of seeing the need -Why you need to understand your gift -The clarity that comes from operating only in your gift -How to find inspiration for your content -How to choose between the bag and the brand -How to find your team -The significance in the differences -The importance of inviting people into a working system -Finding success in the “not-doing” -How to get to the top in your industry
Episode 8 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast is a special one as the duo dives in and breaks down not just the man behind the most viral Eric Thomas videos, but someone who has impacted their lives forever— Mr. Karl Phillips. If you’ve followed ET the Hip Hop Preacher’s career over the last 15 years or so, or even been impacted by his videos from back then, you were actually watching Karl at work. He’s a cohost on the Secret to Success Podcast and has just launched his own course Solo Creator Pro. What is it about Karl that we want to look at? Join us for this amazing conversation to see just what made Karl our top pick for our very first interview and how you can take his lessons and experiences and use them for your own brand and business. What you will discover:
What the flight assessment really is
It’s ok to start from where you are
Find the resources to figure it out
The value of consistency and having a body of work
How to know when to do products
The places serving in excellence will take you
The power of your why
The courage it takes to ask for help
What it looks like to pigeonhole yourself
The importance of embracing your role and not running from it
What’s needed to be in a position to build your own
The driving force that is legacy
The importance of accountability partners
How crucial it is to get out of your own head and take action
Help for those who are stuck
How essential it is to learn to make you happy
The significance of taking full ownership of your day
You’re selfish
The difference between potential and moving
Welcome to episode 7 of Nicky and Moose, The Podcast. In this episode, the two kids from Queens dive into a fellow New York native and living legend, Mr. Swizz Beatz! We’ve followed his career from his days with the Ruff Ryders in the 90’s all the way to his evolution today. The difference is tremendous! But what brought about this change? What keeps him growing and adapting to the times? Listen to today’s episode as we peek behind the scenes to see the mindset and disciplines that makes Swizz Beatz the icon we see today. What You Will Discover:
The importance of protecting your humility
How to protect your creativity
Identify what keeps you driven
The power in being unique
Why you shouldn’t fake your numbers
The payoff in not selling out
Example on how to pivot through each level of your business and branding journey
How to apply the Verzuz blueprint
Trends to expect in the event of a second shutdown
It’s ok to replicate a successful model in a different space
The importance of keeping business and personal separate and why
The need to learn the business side of what you do
The importance of adjusting to the different environments that you may enter
The significance in being intentional in stepping back at the right time
How to choose to go cold instead of letting others choose for you
The importance of not allowing social media to be your identity
The power of information and relationships
Interview ClipsSwizz Beatz Interview (Full) - Rap Radar PodcastHow to support and celebrate living artists | Swizz BeatzSwizz Beatz On Working With Beyoncé Jay Z, Drake And Upending The Art World | Mavericks with AriSwizz Beatz & Timbaland Talk Creatives' Education, Producers Vs Beat Makers, & More | REVOLT Summit
In episode 6 of Nicky and Moose, The Podcast, the dynamic duo dive into the powerhouse empire that is the Kardashian family. Whatever your opinion of them, good or bad, there is no denying they are extremely successful on a business and branding level. They have found a formula that we should dive into and emulate to build an empire of our own. Check out today’s episode as we look at the mindset behind the reality TV stars to unveil the secret behind their success in business and branding. What you will discover:
-Why it’s important to establish boundaries
-The KLT factor
-There’s an audience for everything
-How to create successful endorsements
-The importance of focusing on one thing
-There’s a bag in listening to your audience
-You can always come back from a negative situation
-Why you should have more than just an online presence
-The dire need for purpose in what you do
-One critical reason you get a “no”
-The value in being rare
-Why you should stand by your vision
-The importance of expanding your emotional intelligence
-Why you “just don’t know how to say it”
-How to approach a “no”
-What to do when you make mistakes
Interview Clips:- Kris Jenner And The Business of The Kardashians - Wall Street Journal- Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner Discuss Their Family’s Legacy, the Dangers of Social Media, and More - New York Times Events- Kylie Jenner Reveals All In Exclusive Interview! - Mrs. Rodial- Creating Cultural Moments | Kim Kardashian West & Kris Jenner - The Business Of Fashion
Welcome to episode 5 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast. Today Nicky Saunders and Mostafa Ghonim are breaking down Mr. Travis Scott aka La Flame! Looking at the moves he’s been making, we HAD to figure out what Cactus Jack was as far as the Flight Assessment and breakdown the mindset and strategy behind the one of a kind artist. Whether you’re a fan or don’t even know his name, there is no denying that this unique artist is one that has a blueprint that could definitely help to further our brands and businesses should we adopt it. What you will discover
-The truth behind the myth that we are self-made
-The importance of understanding the foundation of your industry then adding to it.
-How to know the right time to level up.
-The mindset to have concerning your audience when you do level up.
-The amount of weight we should give to titles
-How to not want to be attached to a title
-What you should “hang your hat on”
-Who to collaborate with.
-The significance of keeping your identity in the midst of collaborating.
-The importance of making moves you enjoy.
-The power of duplicating yourself.
-The question to ask yourself if you’re in a saturated industry.
Interview Clips:Travis Scott: In Camera: SHOWstudio Live InterviewTravis Scott Tour HoustonLeBron James INterviews Travis ScottTravis Scott On His McDonald's Meal & Michael Jordan'sTravis Scott Talks His Viral Fornite Concert | Big Boy x FuseTravis Scott Takes Ebro in the AM to Talk New Album, Kid Cudi and Cruel Winter
Welcome to episode 4 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast! Today we’re breaking down Mr. Champagne Papi himself—Drake! The multi-Billboard and Grammy award winner is unquestionably one of the best to ever do it. But how did he get there? How was he able to create his own lane and be authentic to himself while in close affiliation with someone who was the greatest at the time and in the midst of an industry that saw things differently?Check out today’s episode to understand the strategic moves the entertainer has made to land him a spot as one of the greatest of all time and see the blueprint he’s laid out to help you earn that same accolade in your brand or business. What you will discover: -The importance of sacrifice and living below your means -How being authentic can change an industry -The significance of “being you like nobody’s business” -What true success is -The power of social media -Embracing social media and staying relevant -The importance of creatively connecting with your audience -The value in collaborating with your audience when things are good and when you’re being criticized -The gravity of seeing money as the resource that it is to get you to the next level -The power in assessing where the world is and planning accordingly -The consequence of mastering your craft -Where to correctly position your goals -The influence in being present -The worth in dreaming beyond where you areInterviews Clips:Rap Radar: DrakeCRWN w/ Elliot WilsonCBC News: The NationalKatie Couric: Drake
Welcome to the third episode of Nicky and Moose the Podcast! Today Nicky Saunders And Mostafa Ghonim are highlighting the one and only Jennifer Lopez! The dancer, singer, actress, fashion designer, and businesswoman has, without question, laid out a compelling business and branding blueprint. But how did she go from Jenny from the block to internationally renowned entertainer and 8-figure earner?Join us today as we breakdown the mentality and behaviors that have made J. Lo’s nearly 30-year career so successful. We’ll also dive into what we can do in our own brands and businesses that will set us on the path to reaching new heights in our industries.What you will discover:-Is a college degree still relevant today?-When to shift from working harder than everyone else to outworking others strategically-How much energy to give projects -Working because it’s worth it-Does work ethic translate to personal life?-Don’t expect people to be like you-What support looks like-What to do when you’ve reached an unprecedented level of success — Discovery Phase-Who to bring up with you
In episode 2 of Nicky and Moose the Podcast, Nicky Saunders and Mostafa Ghonim shine a spotlight on The Boss - Rick Ross! While his music career is solid being 10 albums in the game, his eye for good business and the way he brands himself is unmatched. But how did he get there starting from nothing? Check out today’s episode as we emphasize the mindset behind the larger than life rapper and see how we, by following the same principles, can create and maintain empires of our own.What you will discover:-The importance of remaining a student-Becoming unstuck by learning to pivot-How to adapt in a digital world-Promoting what people actually want-The significance of being all in-Learning from those who came before but creating your own lane-The value of vision-Why being self-made is a myth-The consequence of being a selfless, self-aware leader-The importance of teams and processes-Making timely decisions-The difference between confidence in speaking things into existence and faking it ‘til you make it
In this first episode of Nicky and Moose The Podcast, Nicky Saunders and Mostafa Ghonim take a behind the scenes look at the guy people love to hate, Mr. Floyd “Money” Mayweather. Say what you want about him, but the numbers definitely speak louder. There is no denying that he was a master of his craft, is an exceptional businessman, and a different type of leader for those in his circle. But what is the mindset that helped get him there? And, what does this mean for you? Listen today as we take a look at his superpower and the blueprint he’s laid out. We’ll breakdown the business and branding side of the undefeated boxing mogul so that we too can learn the mindset needed to position us to be in a place to create a legacy.What you will discover:- Does it help or hurt to be the bad guy?- What it takes to be a master of your craft- Is the type of drive Mayweather has innate or is it something that can be learned?- The genius behind his marketing strategy and the importance of storytelling- The game-changing effects of ownership- Separating yourself and soberly assessing your value- Leadership from a lesser-seen perspective
Welcome to Nicky and Moose The Podcast! In this episode, the two Queens natives introduce you to what the show will feature. Lock in as we reveal how we started a podcast during COVID-19, discuss the secrets to ET’s Flight Assessment and how it can transform your brand & business.