Raw and Real Entrepreneurship: Recent Episodes
Susan Sly
Get ready to step into the unfiltered world of entrepreneurship with the award-winning entrepreneur Susan Sly on the "Raw and Real Entrepreneurship" podcast. Recognized and featured by major media outlets such as Forbes, MIT Sloan Management Review, CNBC, Fox, and CNN, Susan brings an exceptional blend of real-world experience and hard-earned knowledge to the podcasting stage. As the co-founder of a leading AI company, Susan harnesses her unique insider perspective to delve deep into the hearts and minds of the world's most successful entrepreneurs. She presents a candid and detailed account of their journeys, featuring enlightening discussions with illustrious founders like Glenn Stearns, Jesse Itzler, and Brandon Steiner. "Raw and Real Entrepreneurship" captures the grit, passion, and relentless spirit of the entrepreneurial world in all its unforgiving yet rewarding glory. From the humble beginnings to the defining moments that change a business's path, Susan and her guests explore the intricate facets of entrepreneurship that are seldom discussed in mainstream narratives. Whether you are a seasoned business owner, a budding entrepreneur, or simply intrigued by the entrepreneurial landscape, this podcast is a treasure trove of hard-hitting truths and invaluable lessons. With Susan's industry insider perspective and her guests' unabashed honesty, listeners will gain a unique understanding of what it truly takes to succeed in the world of entrepreneurship. Join Susan Sly every week for a new episode of "Raw and Real Entrepreneurship." Immerse yourself in the authentic, inspiring, and empowering stories of those who have dared to turn their entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Embark on your journey to success today with "Raw and Real Entrepreneurship".
What does it really take to walk away from stability and build something from scratch?
In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®, Susan Sly sits down with Alisa Sparks, Founder and CEO of Linden Creek. They unpack Alisa's journey from managing multi-million-dollar budgets for Naval aircraft to building a luxury interior design, home staging, and Airbnb setup brand. Linden Creek is now franchising nationwide.
Alisa shares the unfiltered reality behind her leap from finance into entrepreneurship, including early cash flow challenges, bootstrapping the business as a mother of young children, and the moment she realized she had accidentally built a company that could scale beyond herself. This is not a conversation about pretty rooms. It is about leadership, emotional resilience, hard hiring and firing decisions, and the internal work required to grow a business without losing what matters most.
You will also hear how Linden Creek evolved into a franchise, why cultural fit matters more than skills, how technology became a growth lever through proprietary software, and what it really costs founders when they never stop to celebrate progress. Alisa speaks candidly about motherhood, divorce, delegation, and the pressure of carrying responsibility for other people’s livelihoods.
In this episode, you will learn:
- What it feels like to leave a secure career for an uncertain entrepreneurial path
- How Alisa bootstrapped a fast-growing luxury design business
- The mistakes founders make when hiring and holding on too long
- How to scale a brand into a franchise without losing its soul
- Why systems, boundaries, and self-leadership determine long-term success
If you are a founder, creative entrepreneur, or professional standing at the edge of a big decision, this conversation will meet you where you are. Honest, grounded, and deeply human, this episode serves as a reminder that growth is rarely linear and leadership always begins within.
Listen now and discover what building a luxury brand really demands behind the scenes.
Alisa Sparks is the Founder and CEO of Linden Creek, a luxury interior design and home staging franchise built around elevated living and meaningful design. She also leads the Linden Creek Shoppe, an online destination for curated décor and furnishings, along with Archd, an inventory management and CRM platform created to support the home staging and interior design community. With a background shaped by entrepreneurship, family life, and a love of travel and thoughtful interiors, Alisa brings a warm, creative perspective to both her work and the communities she serves.
Connect with Alisa:
LinkedIn: @alisasparkslc
Website: https://linden-creek.com/
Susan Sly is the maven behind Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®. An award-winning AI entrepreneur and MIT Sloan alumna, Susan has carved out a niche at the forefront of the AI revolution, earning accolades as a top AI innovator in 2023 and a key figure in real-time AI advancements for 2024. With a storied career that blends rigorous academic insight with astute market strategies, Susan has emerged as a formidable founder, a discerning angel investor, a sought-after speaker, and a venerated voice in the business world. Her insights have graced platforms from CNN to CNBC and been quoted in leading publications like Forbes and MarketWatch. At the helm of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship® podcast, Susan delivers unvarnished wisdom and strategies, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business veterans alike to navigate the challenges of the entrepreneurial landscape with confidence.
Connect With Susan:
Website: https://thepause.ai/
Website: https://susansly.com
LinkedIn:@susansly
This episode features a conversation with Rebecca Matchett, co-founder and COO of Synchrony, about the grit, courage, and resilience required to build a business—even in the face of deep personal and professional reinvention.
Rebecca shares her entrepreneurial journey, starting with a volume-focused lemonade stand and later co-founding the iconic fashion brand Alice + Olivia, where she learned the importance of differentiation by using unique materials for pants.
The discussion covers Rebecca's powerful story as a lawyer, mom, and cancer survivor, including her decision to have a prophylactic mastectomy after learning she was BRCA positive, her cancer recurrence, and going through a full hysterectomy (flash menopause). She explains that her resilience stems from her ability to compartmentalize and focus only on actionable challenges.
Rebecca details how a dinner conversation led to her latest venture, Synchrony, a self-funded social ecosystem designed to connect verified neurodivergent young adults, combating loneliness and building community. She explains the user journey, where members are matched based on shared interests and communication preferences. A key feature is Jesse, an AI assistant who acts as a "wingman slash Mom Dad" to help users decode messages, start conversations, and foster social independence.
Finally, Rebecca provides a raw look at the realities of building deep technology, discussing the high costs of development, the variability of AI tokenization, and the challenges of App Store and Google Play fees and approval processes. She reveals that Synchrony is looking toward building a Progressive Web App (PWA) to mitigate these platform risks.
Rebecca Matchett is a seasoned entrepreneur with over two decades of experience building and scaling businesses across fashion and technology. She is the co-founder of Alice + Olivia and has launched multiple brands, including Rebecca & Drew and TrioFit, where she developed a patented approach to women’s sizing. She is now co-founder and COO of Synchrony, an AI-driven platform designed to foster connection and community for neurodivergent individuals.
Connect with Rebecca:
Website: https://joinsynchrony.com/
LinkedIn: @synchrony-app
Susan Sly is the maven behind Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®. An award-winning AI entrepreneur and MIT Sloan alumna, Susan has carved out a niche at the forefront of the AI revolution, earning accolades as a top AI innovator in 2023 and a key figure in real-time AI advancements for 2024. With a storied career that blends rigorous academic insight with astute market strategies, Susan has emerged as a formidable founder, a discerning angel investor, a sought-after speaker, and a venerated voice in the business world. Her insights have graced platforms from CNN to CNBC and been quoted in leading publications like Forbes and MarketWatch. At the helm of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship® podcast, Susan delivers unvarnished wisdom and strategies, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business veterans alike to navigate the challenges of the entrepreneurial landscape with confidence.
Connect With Susan:
Website: https://thepause.ai/
Website: https://susansly.com
LinkedIn:@susansly
In this inspiring episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®, Susan Sly sits down with Tracey Wheeler Noonan, co-founder of Wicked Good Cupcakes, to uncover how a Shark Tank appearance led to a multi-million dollar exit to Hickory Farms. Tracey shares the behind-the-scenes story of landing a deal with Kevin O’Leary, navigating public scrutiny, building a scalable business from a home kitchen, and what life looked like after the acquisition.
She opens up about reinventing herself after divorce, manifesting success through journaling, and how she’s now on a mission to help women over 50 step into their next chapter with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
Whether you're an aspiring founder, navigating a transition, or dreaming of your own big exit, tune in now to get inspired and empowered—don’t miss this episode packed with grit, wisdom, and hard-won insight.
Tracey Wheeler Noonan is a self-made entrepreneur, author, and speaker who turned a home-based cupcake biz into a multimillion-dollar brand. After striking a Shark Tank deal with Kevin O’Leary, her company was acquired by Hickory Farms. Today, she’s a published author and keynote speaker for Inc. Magazine, AT&T, HP, and more—mentoring others through her course, The Cupcake Analogy.
Connect with Tracey:
- LinkedIn: @traceynoonan
- Instagram:@thecupcakeanalogy
- Instagram: @dont_call_me_cupcake
- Website: www.thecupcakeanalogy.com
Susan Sly is the maven behind Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®. An award-winning AI entrepreneur and MIT Sloan alumna, Susan has carved out a niche at the forefront of the AI revolution, earning accolades as a top AI innovator in 2023 and a key figure in real-time AI advancements for 2024. With a storied career that blends rigorous academic insight with astute market strategies, Susan has emerged as a formidable founder, a discerning angel investor, a sought-after speaker, and a venerated voice in the business world. Her insights have graced platforms from CNN to CNBC and been quoted in leading publications like Forbes and MarketWatch. At the helm of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship® podcast, Susan delivers unvarnished wisdom and strategies, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business veterans alike to navigate the challenges of the entrepreneurial landscape with confidence.
Connect With Susan:
- Website: https://thepause.ai/
- Website: https://susansly.com
- Trusted Partners: https://www.susansly.com/trustedpartners
- LinkedIn:@susansly
Could watching a game show inspire the creation of a billion-dollar company? In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®, host Susan Sly sits down with Shawn Nelson, founder and CEO of Lovesac, who shares how a lightbulb moment during The Price Is Right led to 27 years of building a public company—through bootstrapping, winning $1 million from Richard Branson on reality TV, surviving Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and navigating four years of furniture recession.
Shawn reveals the one skill every entrepreneur must master (hint: it's not grit), his morning mantra for managing anxiety, and why his mom's seven-word advice saved his business. From executing immediately to maintaining "top ambition with infinite patience," this episode is packed with hard-won wisdom for anyone building something meaningful.
Whether you're bootstrapping, fundraising, or considering your next move, Susan and Shawn's conversation will equip you with practical strategies, actionable insights, and real-world lessons to help you tackle your toughest entrepreneurial challenges.
Meet Shawn D. Nelson - best-selling author, product inventor, and founder & CEO of Lovesac, the billion-dollar, publicly traded furniture disruptor built on one simple but wildly ambitious idea: design better, last longer, grow sustainably.
Shawn’s not a coach, not a consultant - he’s a real founder who’s still in the arena. His 25-year journey from building a joke-sized beanbag in his parents’ basement to leading a public company is full of grit, near-collapse moments, comeback pivots, and hard-earned growth.
Connect with Shawn:
- LinkedIn: @shawndnelson
- Instagram: @shawnoflovesac
Susan Sly is the maven behind Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®. An award-winning AI entrepreneur and MIT Sloan alumna, Susan has carved out a niche at the forefront of the AI revolution, earning accolades as a top AI innovator in 2023 and a key figure in real-time AI advancements for 2024. With a storied career that blends rigorous academic insight with astute market strategies, Susan has emerged as a formidable founder, a discerning angel investor, a sought-after speaker, and a venerated voice in the business world. Her insights have graced platforms from CNN to CNBC and been quoted in leading publications like Forbes and MarketWatch. At the helm of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship® podcast, Susan delivers unvarnished wisdom and strategies, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business veterans alike to navigate the challenges of the entrepreneurial landscape with confidence.
Connect With Susan:
- Website: https://thepause.ai/
- Website: https://susansly.com
- Trusted Partners: https://www.susansly.com/trustedpartners
- LinkedIn:@susansly
What does it take to launch a female-founded brand in 700 Target stores—with no prior CPG experience? In this raw and real conversation, Susan Sly sits down with Amiee LeMaire, founder of ZEYA, the first true innovation in home fragrance since Febreze. Discover how this former Hollywood producer transformed a deeply personal passion for non-toxic, functional fragrance into a fast-growing brand selling out online and thriving in mass retail.
From bootstrapping prototypes and pitching with just a deck, to overcoming investor rejection and navigating supply chain shocks, Amiee breaks down the real story behind ZEYA’s rise. Learn her strategies for pricing a brand-new product category, raising $2M in seed funding, landing a national retail partnership before launch—and how she balances it all while parenting two young kids.
Whether you’re scaling a product, raising capital, or defining your own entrepreneurial journey, this episode delivers tactical insight, unapologetic truth, and a deep reminder: you can build something that changes how people live—and breathe.
Aimee LeMaire is the founder of ZEYA, a clean home fragrance brand now in 700+ Target stores. After a decade in entertainment, she launched ZEYA to offer luxurious, baby-and pet-safe scents that elevate everyday spaces and promote well-being.
Connect with Aimee:
- Website: https://zeyashop.com/
- LinkedIn: @aimee-blank
- LinkedIn: @zeyafragrance
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeyafragrance/
Susan Sly is the maven behind Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®. An award-winning AI entrepreneur and MIT Sloan alumna, Susan has carved out a niche at the forefront of the AI revolution, earning accolades as a top AI innovator in 2023 and a key figure in real-time AI advancements for 2024. With a storied career that blends rigorous academic insight with astute market strategies, Susan has emerged as a formidable founder, a discerning angel investor, a sought-after speaker, and a venerated voice in the business world. Her insights have graced platforms from CNN to CNBC and been quoted in leading publications like Forbes and MarketWatch. At the helm of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship podcast, Susan delivers unvarnished wisdom and strategies, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business veterans alike to navigate the challenges of the entrepreneurial landscape with confidence.
Connect With Susan:
- Website: https://thepause.ai/
- Website: https://susansly.com
- Trusted Partners: https://www.susansly.com/trustedpartners
- LinkedIn:@susansly
What if the path to business ownership didn’t require a million dollars—or even quitting your job?
In this episode, Susan Sly sits down with Alex Smereczniak, founder of Franzy—an AI-powered platform on a mission to create one million entrepreneurs by reimagining franchising. After scaling a laundry startup to a $100M valuation, Alex is now focused on using technology to democratize business ownership for anyone ready to bet on themselves.
However, this conversation extends far beyond a company's story.
Susan and Alex unpack what it really takes to become an entrepreneur in 2025: how to know if you're ready, how to navigate fear, and why curiosity and resilience matter more than polished credentials. Alex shares candid lessons from raising venture capital, managing self-doubt, and starting small with big ambition. They also explore the reality of AI-driven job displacement and why business ownership might be the most secure path forward.
Whether you’re actively searching for your next venture or quietly questioning your 9–5, this episode will challenge you to think differently about risk, readiness, and what’s truly possible.
Alex Smereczniak, founder and CEO of Franzy, turned a college laundry hustle into a $100M exit. Now he’s using AI to help 1M people become entrepreneurs through franchising—an industry with double the 5-year success rate of independent startups.
Connect with Alex:
- Franzy:https://franzy.com/
- LinkedIn: @Franzy
Susan Sly is the maven behind Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. An award-winning AI entrepreneur and MIT Sloan alumna, Susan has carved out a niche at the forefront of the AI revolution, earning accolades as a top AI innovator in 2023 and a key figure in real-time AI advancements for 2024. With a storied career that blends rigorous academic insight with astute market strategies, Susan has emerged as a formidable founder, a discerning angel investor, a sought-after speaker, and a venerated voice in the business world. Her insights have graced platforms from CNN to CNBC and been quoted in leading publications like Forbes and MarketWatch. At the helm of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship podcast, Susan delivers unvarnished wisdom and strategies, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business veterans alike to navigate the challenges of the entrepreneurial landscape with confidence.
Connect With Susan:
- Website: https://thepause.ai/
- Website: https://susansly.com
- Trusted Partners: https://www.susansly.com/trustedpartners
- LinkedIn:@susansly
In a time of AI, rapid change, and constant disruption, what does it really take to lead?
Susan Sly sits down with physicist, tech executive, and executive leadership coach Dr. Toni Collis for a candid conversation about the realities of leadership in uncertain times. From subtle bias and burnout to walking away from a successful tech career, Toni shares how she rebuilt her path with purpose and now helps others do the same.
They explore what healthy ambition looks like, how to lead when you don’t fit the mold, and why clarity, not hustle, is the true currency of modern leadership.
If you're leading a company, managing a team, or considering a major pivot, don’t miss this episode. Tune in now to gain valuable insights and take the next step to lead with confidence, even when the future feels unclear.
Dr. Toni Collisis a physicist, tech executive, and award-winning executive leadership coach. As CEO of Toni Collis Executive Coaching and founder of the Lit Up Leadership Academy, she helps women in tech step into strategic leadership and build impactful, fulfilling careers. Toni is also the host of Leading Women in Tech, a Forbes-recognized podcast for women in leadership.
Connect with Dr. Toni:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonicollis/
- Website: tonicollis.com
Susan Sly is the maven behind Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. An award-winning AI entrepreneur and MIT Sloan alumna, Susan has carved out a niche at the forefront of the AI revolution, earning accolades as a top AI innovator in 2023 and a key figure in real-time AI advancements for 2024. With a storied career that blends rigorous academic insight with astute market strategies, Susan has emerged as a formidable founder, a discerning angel investor, a sought-after speaker, and a venerated voice in the business world. Her insights have graced platforms from CNN to CNBC and been quoted in leading publications like Forbes and MarketWatch. At the helm of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship podcast, Susan delivers unvarnished wisdom and strategies, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business veterans alike to navigate the challenges of the entrepreneurial landscape with confidence.
Connect With Susan:
- Website: https://thepause.ai/
- Website: https://susansly.com
- Trusted Partners: https://www.susansly.com/trustedpartners
- LinkedIn:@susansly
What if the anxiety, overworking, or self-doubt you feel as an entrepreneur isn’t just about your business, but the patterns you inherited?
In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®, Susan Sly sits down with trauma-informed psychologist Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck to explore how inherited trauma and cultural expectations shape entrepreneurs. From high-achievers who feel like they’re always “doing it guilty” to entrepreneurs who equate success with self-worth, this is a raw look at how unresolved patterns impact leadership, risk, and identity. Dr. Peck offers insights on how entrepreneurs can unlearn the internalized narratives that keep them stuck and start making decisions from clarity, not obligation. If you’ve felt burdened by strength or success, this episode offers the clarity and direction to begin rewriting that story.
Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck is a first generation Iranian-Armenian trauma-informed psychologist who specializes in working with the children of immigrants and intercultural couples. She is the founder of the dynamic group practice Noor Therapy and Wellness specializing in providing culturally-informed care to residents of CA and NY. She also provides coaching, speaking, consulting, and community education internationally through her mission-led organization Bridging Gaps, Breaking Cycles. Dr. Pauline has been featured on Good Day LA as well as countless podcasts and articles given her thought leadership around how culture, sociopolitical factors, history, and more intersect with mental health.
Connect with About Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck:
- Website: https://www.noortherapyandwellness.com/
- LinkedIn: @pauline-peck/
- Kajabi: https://pauline-peck.mykajabi.com/
Susan Sly is the maven behind Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. An award-winning AI entrepreneur and MIT Sloan alumna, Susan has carved out a niche at the forefront of the AI revolution, earning accolades as a top AI innovator in 2023 and a key figure in real-time AI advancements for 2024. With a storied career that blends rigorous academic insight with astute market strategies, Susan has emerged as a formidable founder, a discerning angel investor, a sought-after speaker, and a venerated voice in the business world. Her insights have graced platforms from CNN to CNBC and been quoted in leading publications like Forbes and MarketWatch. At the helm of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship podcast, Susan delivers unvarnished wisdom and strategies, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business veterans alike to navigate the challenges of the entrepreneurial landscape with confidence.
Connect With Susan:
- Website: https://thepause.ai/
- Website: https://susansly.com
- Trusted Partners: https://www.susansly.com/trustedpartners
- LinkedIn:@susansly
In this episode, Susan welcomes a dynamic and accomplished tech entrepreneur, Indus Khaitan, the CEO of Quolum. With a diverse career spanning enterprise marketing, product management, VC portfolio advising, and serving as a growth officer, Indus has a wealth of experience. Today, he's dedicated to developing Quolum, an all-in-one SaaS management and security platform catering to the needs of Finance, IT, and Procurement teams in tech-savvy organizations.
Join Susan and her guest as they dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey, discussing topics such as being acquired by a tech giant, the evolution of micro-lending, the impact of emotional ratings in today's world, and the changing landscape of venture funding. Indus shares insights on building a startup, navigating the Silicon Valley ecosystem, and the importance of networking.
Discover the myths and realities of Silicon Valley, as Indus Khaitan unveils the true nature of this innovative hub. You'll also gain valuable advice on product-market fit, resilience, and the critical choice between building a better banana or a completely new fruit in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss this episode, packed with valuable lessons and thought-provoking discussions!
About Indus Khaitan: Indus is a dynamic and accomplished tech entrepreneur. Throughout his career, he has assumed diverse roles including enterprise marketing, product management, VC portfolio advisor, and growth officer. Presently, he serves as the CEO at Quolum. His prior venture in cloud mobile security was acquired by Oracle. Currently, Indus is dedicated to developing Quolum, an all-in-one SaaS Management and Security platform catering to the SaaS requirements of Finance, IT, and Procurement teams within tech-savvy organizations.
Connect with Indus:
Website https://quolum.com/
Linkedin @quolum
Linkedin @khaitan
X @1ndus
X @QuolumHQ
About Susan Sly:
Susan Sly is a Tech Co-founder and Co-CEO, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community
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In this episode of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast, Susan interviews Charles Gellman, the CEO of HiDO Health, a cutting-edge healthcare technology company that's deeply committed to transforming lives through innovation. With a background in data science, Charles is on a mission to revolutionize the healthcare industry and improve the well-being of countless individuals through artificial intelligence.
Charles shares the critical issue of medication errors and misdiagnoses, which affect millions of lives. Through HiDO Health, he's pioneering a solution to this problem, ensuring that patients receive the right medications at the right time.
Discover how HiDO Health's AI-powered device is enhancing patient care and empowering individuals to take control of their health. Charles explains the intricacies of their innovative approach, including embedded RFID technology, medication reconciliation, and behavior modification tools.
Learn how networking, persistence, and a commitment to making a difference have propelled this groundbreaking venture. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the power of AI, the importance of teamwork, and the potential to transform millions of lives.
BIO:
Charles Gellman is a visionary leader and accomplished entrepreneur, currently serving as the CEO of HiDO Health, a cutting-edge healthcare technology company. In 2018, Gellman co-founded HiDO Health with the mission of empowering patients and healthcare providers through the seamless integration of technology and healthcare services. Under his leadership, HiDO Health has emerged as a leading provider of AI Assisted Robotics, leveraging artificial intelligence, data analytics, and telehealth platforms to improve patient outcomes and transform healthcare delivery.
WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mshicgellman
Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/charlesgellman
YouTube https://youtube.com/@hidohealth3414
Website www.HidoHealth.com
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community
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Join Susan's Insider’s List https://susansly.com/insider/
Join Susan as she sits down with Dr. Erik Korem, the visionary CEO and Founder of AIM7. AIM7 is an app that translates wearable data into personalized recommendations for exercise, sleep, and mental fitness. After months of private beta testing, AIM7 is now officially available on the app store. Dr. Korem shares the incredible story of how this app went from conception to reality, proving its effectiveness with over 500 customers in just a few months.
The results speak for themselves: users of AIM7 have reported outstanding improvements after just 30 days. With a 19% boost in motivation, 16% enhanced sleep quality, 17% better mood, 13% more energy, and a remarkable 15% reduction in stress, AIM7 is reshaping the way people approach their physical and mental well-being.
AIM7 is not just an app—it's a supportive community, a comprehensive solution, and a revolutionary approach to personal growth. If you're tired of complicated routines and ready for a simplified, effective path to self-improvement, don't miss out on this episode.
Download the AIM7 app today and experience the difference for yourself. Unlock your true potential and make lasting changes that impact every facet of your life. Visit AIM7's website and use the code 'rawandrealaim7' to start your free trial today. Experience a 7-day free trial and witness the incredible transformations AIM7 can bring to your life. Don't wait—take action now and embark on your path to improved motivation, better sleep, enhanced mood, increased energy, and reduced stress!
BIO:
Erik Korem is the Founder and CEO of AIM7 (https://www.aim7.com/). in 2020, Erik began pouring his expertise into an app that analyzes users' data and provides custom recommendations for enhancing the mind, body, and recovery process. Leveraging the science of adaptive capacity, Erik and his team are unlocking a new level of human performance for anyone with a wearable device — so they can be their best without burning out.
WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikkorem/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ErikKorem
Website: https://www.erikkorem.com/
Aim7: https://www.aim7.com
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
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If you've been wondering whether AI is a valuable addition to your entrepreneurial journey, this episode is a must-listen. Join Susan Sly as she shares her expertise as a co-founder of an AI company established in 2017. She cuts through the noise and hype surrounding AI, delivering the raw and real truth about effectively integrating AI into your business strategy.
In a world inundated with AI buzz, Susan breaks down the misconceptions and clarifies the practical ways entrepreneurs can harness the power of AI. Whether you're just starting or seeking ways to optimize an existing business, Susan's insights will guide you through leveraging AI for operational efficiency, enhanced customer experiences, and improved decision-making.
Tune in to discover how incorporating AI can increase your business's valuation, attract investors, and set you on a path to success in the evolving entrepreneurial landscape. Susan provides actionable advice, draws on real-world examples, and explores the intersection of technology and entrepreneurship.
If you're an entrepreneur looking to stay ahead of the curve and leverage the potential of AI, this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship is your roadmap to incorporating AI in a way that aligns with your business goals.
About Susan Sly:
Susan Sly is a Tech Co-founder and Co-CEO, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/rawandrealentrepreneurs
Join Susan's Insider’s List https://susansly.com/insider/
Join host Susan Sly in this compelling episode as she engages in a thought-provoking conversation with her daughter, Avery Sly. As a tech-savvy marketer, Avery shares her insights on the dynamic interplay between artificial intelligence and human ingenuity in the world of entrepreneurship and marketing.
In the ever-evolving landscape of AI, Avery delves into the fascinating realm of AI's impact on industries and job roles, particularly focusing on social media management and influencer marketing. From her experiences and research at MIT, Avery explains how AI is transforming various sectors, including the rise of AI-generated influencers and the potential shifts in social media management. She passionately emphasizes the enduring significance of the human touch, the irreplaceable value of storytelling, and the art of interpreting data beyond mere numbers.
Avery's actionable insights shed light on crucial aspects of marketing, including building a strong online presence, creating engaging video content, and effectively outsourcing marketing efforts. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just embarking on your startup journey, this episode offers a wealth of practical advice and thought-provoking concepts to elevate your business strategies.
About Avery Sly:
Avery Sly is the Marketing Manager, Director of Brand Development and Co-Founder at Agency 8, a digital marketing agency specializing in helping business owners and start-up founders succeed. In her role, Avery provides various social media management services and oversees a team of talented digital marketers. Avery works closely with her clients to help them achieve their marketing goals and works with various clients ranging from tech startups to car dealerships.
Avery emphasizes continuously honing her business skills and recently received a graduate certificate from MIT in Artificial Intelligence and its Implications for Business Strategy. Outside the office, Avery enjoys spending time with her cat Theo and dog Aero. Avery is also an automotive enthusiast and an avid foodie who is always searching for new recipes!
Connect With Avery:
Website: www.agency8.com
Instagram: @averysly
LinkedIn: @averysly
Tiktok: @drivewithaves
About Susan Sly:
Susan Sly is a Tech Co-founder and Co-CEO, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
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In this episode, we uncover how Dr. Amy Beckley's personal pain evolved into the groundbreaking diagnostic tool, Proov, which addresses one of the most common and preventable causes of infertility and miscarriage. As a scientist, she was relentless in her pursuit to create a solution and empower women and couples to take control of their fertility journey.
Listen in as Dr. Beckley candidly shares her experiences navigating the male-dominated startup world, overcoming challenges, and finding her voice. She offers valuable advice to aspiring entrepreneurs, especially female founders, on being their own advocates and breaking through the barriers imposed by the industry.
If you're a business entrepreneur or startup founder seeking inspiration and a powerful lesson in resilience, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Beckley's story will touch your heart and remind you that with passion, determination, and the will to help others, you can turn your pain into purpose and find your path to startup success.
About Dr. Amy Beckley:
Amy Beckley, PhD, is the founder of Proov and the inventor of the first and only FDA-cleared test to confirm ovulation at home.
When Amy and her husband tried to get pregnant, they suffered through several years of infertility, including seven miscarriages and two rounds of IVF – the second of which resulted in her son.
When Amy decided she wanted another child (without another round of IVF), she used her background in hormone signaling to uncover a problem with ovulation which caused a progesterone deficiency (also called a luteal phase defect).
With the help of an inexpensive progesterone supplement, Amy and her husband were blessed with their daughter. Amy invented the original PdG test in her basement to help women identify problems with ovulation at home, and started selling them in plastic bags on Amazon with a $50 logo off Upwork.
Connect With Dr. Beckley:
Website: proovtest.com
*Linkedin: @amybeckley*
About Susan:
Susan Sly is a Tech Co-founder and Co-CEO, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
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In this episode, Susan interviews Richard White, Founder & CEO of Fathom.video. Richard shares his insights on the rollercoaster ride of entrepreneurship, from navigating the challenging funding landscape of 2021 to his unique perspective on decision-making and overcoming rejection. With Fathom.video, Richard not only disrupted the transcription industry but also applied a consumer playbook to a B2B product, achieving outstanding retention and growth before even considering monetization.
Susan and Richard delve into the power of hypothesis-driven startups, the key to attracting users emotionally, and the art of balancing the roles of maker and manager. Richard's journey is an inspiring testament to patience, perseverance, and the rewards of building a product that people genuinely love.
About Richard: Richard White is founder and CEO of Fathom.video, a free app that records, transcribes & highlights your calls so you can focus on the conversation instead of taking notes. Prior to Fathom, Richard founded UserVoice, one of the leading platforms that technology companies, from startups to the Fortune 500, use for managing customer feedback and making strategic product decisions. Richard previously worked on Kiko, a company in the first batch of Y-Combinator, with Justin Kan and Emmett Shear who subsequently went on to found Twitch. Richard is passionate about designing intuitive productivity tools with delightful user experiences.
Connect With Richard:
Website: https://fathom.video/
Linkedin: @rrwhite****
*Twitter: @FathomDotVideo*
About Susan:
Susan Sly is a Tech Co-founder and Co-CEO, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community
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Entrepreneurs courageously confront challenges, harnessing wisdom from experience and hard-earned success. In this inspiring podcast, Susan Sly draws from her personal journey as a former professional athlete. Like physical training strengthens athletes, resilience is key in the entrepreneurial realm. Setting dedicated times for business training and maintaining accountability, even during low motivation, are crucial.
At the core of this podcast lies goal-setting, serving as a beacon of inspiration and motivation to persevere through any obstacles. Discover the transformative power of replacing "trying" with "training," mirroring athletes' dedication. Consistency fosters remarkable results, empowerment and leaves a positive imprint on your entrepreneurial journey. Embrace the training effect, authentically pursuing your dreams with unwavering determination.
About Susan:
Susan Sly is a Tech Co-founder and Co-CEO, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/rawandrealentrepreneurs
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Susan sits down with Jeremy Delk, the visionary Founder of Delk Enterprises, for a candid conversation about his extraordinary journey. In this intriguing episode of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast, Jeremy breaks away from the norm by delivering his first interview without a single swear word. Yes, he tried so hard to keep it clean!
Jeremy openly shares the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial path, emphasizing the significance of learning from failures and viewing challenges as opportunities for growth. He explores the concept of calculated risk-taking, highlighting the importance of controlling one's investments and surrounding oneself with a capable team.
This honest and relatable conversation will inspire co-founders and founders alike to embrace authenticity, vulnerability, and self-awareness on their entrepreneurial journeys. Whether you're seeking stability, financial growth, or the thrill of creating something out of nothing, this podcast episode will leave you empowered and ready to conquer new frontiers. Don't miss out on the invaluable insights and transformative wisdom shared in this captivating Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast episode.
About Jeremy:
At the age of seven, Jeremy faced a significant loss when his father passed away, leaving him with a $30,000 inheritance. This event marked a turning point in his life, propelling him to become the man of the house and instilling a deep desire for stability. With a drive to break free from his small-town roots, Jeremy set his sights on New York City, captivated by the allure of Wall Street and the possibilities of financial success.
Jeremy's journey into finance began with self-education and trading stocks. He rapidly grew a portfolio from $30,000 to an impressive $2 million by age 16. However, as fate would have it, he experienced a devastating setback during the dot-com bubble burst, losing everything in just four days. This humbling experience taught him invaluable lessons about risk, resilience, and the importance of introspection.
Jeremy is the Founder of Delk Enterprises, a 20-year-old diversified VC fund with holdings in biotech & healthcare, consumer brands, technology, building materials, and real estate development. Jeremy now focuses on investing in and advising entrepreneurs through speaking. His upcoming book shares his reality of the Good, Bad, and UGLY of entrepreneurship. It serves as a not-so-subtle reminder of fundamental principles he's learned through his journey: while great times don't last forever, neither do the truly bad ones.
Connect with Jeremy:
Website: https://jeremydelk.com
LinkedIn: @jeremy-delk-82a57a37/
*Instagram: @jeremysdelk*
About Susan:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/rawandrealentrepreneurs
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Susan sits down with Eric Netsch, the Co-Founder and CEO of Tapcart, a groundbreaking software-as-a-service company revolutionizing mobile commerce. Eric takes us through his entrepreneurial journey, sharing valuable insights and lessons learned along the way.
Eric shares how he secured early investors, including a local accelerator, Luma Launch, and raised funding. He highlights the importance of validating your product and building traction, even before having a fully developed offering.
The conversation takes an authentic turn as Eric discusses the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the necessity of grit and remaining positive in facing challenges. Eric shares a personal anecdote about a significant curveball Tapcart encountered when Shopify introduced a competing mobile app builder. Despite initial setbacks, the encounter led to a valuable partnership and investment from Shopify itself.
Tune in to this inspiring and candid conversation between Susan Sly and Eric Netsch on the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast.
About Eric:
Eric Netsch is the co-founder and CEO of Tapcart, a codeless mobile app builder that helps Shopify’s fastest-growing brands to create an owned marketing channel so that they can reach, engage, convert, and retain their audience. Eric has been featured in TechCrunch, Business Insider, The Verge, etc.
In 2011, Eric dropped out of college to found his first startup, Vogo, which came to fruition later that year. Since then, Eric has founded two more successful startups, and earned Tapcart a place on 2022’s Inc. 5000 list. With Tapcart, Eric works with retail giants like Fashion Nova, Chubbies, and Juicy Couture to multiply their eCommerce sales.
Connect with Eric:
Website: https://www.tapcart.com/
Twitter: @EricNetsch
Twitter: @tapcart_app
LinkedIn: @ericnetsch/
About Susan:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community
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Glenn Stearns has just released, InteGRITy, an inspirational book showcasing remarkable stories from his roller coaster life and career. Discover how regardless of your background, financial limitations, or past failures, you can unleash your potential and achieve your wildest aspirations. In honor of his new book, The Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast is releasing this encore episode!
Self-made billionaire and first Undercover Billionaire Glenn Stearns shares his inspiring story of overcoming adversity and building a million-dollar business in just 90 days with only $100 and a pickup truck. Host Susan Sly and Glenn discuss his journey through the 2008 mortgage crisis, where his company faced financial ruin. He took a unique approach to renegotiating leases and communicating with lenders - he even bought out his competitors' offices and rehired their staff! His hard work and determination paid off, making him the largest lender in the country.
About Glenn:
Glenn is known for his unrivalled track record for turning his vision and passion into reality through hard work, determination and grit. As a serial entrepreneur, Glenn is going back to his roots and is the Founder and CEO of Kind Lending, a new mortgage banker in the industry. He is creating a collaborative environment where individual input matters and having fun is mandatory. In 2019, Glenn starred in the television show Undercover Billionaire on the Discovery channel. The show featured the importance of team building, accountability, and perseverance.
Connect With Glenn:
Book: https://www.glennstearns.com/integrity
Facebook: @GlennBStearns
LinkedIn: @glennstearns
Twitter: @GlennStearns
Instagram: @GlennStearns/
About Susan:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/rawandrealentrepreneurs
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Join Susan Sly in this interview with Ken Babcock, the Co-Founder and CEO of Tango, a company that captures step-by-step processes and turns them into interactive walkthroughs. Ken shares his experience as a startup founder and CEO, shedding light on the challenges and responsibilities of the role. He highlights three key aspects of his role: hiring and retaining the best talent, ensuring the company's financial stability, and effectively communicating the company's story internally and externally.
The discussion delves into the dynamics of venture investing and the impact of economic uncertainties on raising funds. Ken reveals how the fundraising market has become more challenging, with increased scrutiny from investors. He discusses the importance of storytelling and confidently conveying the company's vision to attract potential investors.
About Ken:
Ken Babcock is the Co-founder and CEO of Tango, which takes the pain out of documenting processes by automatically generating how-to guides while you work. His company has grown to nearly 300,000 users and 35 full-time team members. Tango’s been recognized as a finalist for Product Hunt’s Product of the Year, Google's 12 Favorite Chrome Extensions of 2022, and Fast Company's Next Big Things in Tech for 2022. Tango has raised $19.7M in venture capital funding to-date.
Connect With Ken:
Website https://tango.us
Linkedin Tango @trytango
Linkedin Ken @kenbabcock
Twitter @Tango_HQ
TikTok: @trytango
About Susan:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/rawandrealentrepreneurs
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Inspired by humble beginnings, join Susan Sly and her guest Pratik Thakker on the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast to discover how he landed in Israel as a janitor and turned his dreams into a reality. From starting in a cyber café to being a successful entrepreneur and founder, you will be amazed to hear about his entrepreneurial journey and what it took to build a successful enterprise. They will cover every aspect, from his hiring needs for his customers to how he overcame failure. Plus, hear his advice on how to be successful in business, plus his go-to strategy for staying calm when things get stressful. Join this episode to listen to the inspiring story of a now-successful entrepreneur.
About Pratik:
Pratik Thakker is a digital and tech entrepreneur based in Israel, who has gained immense recognition as Israel's Tech Ambassador to India and Israel’s #1 LinkedIn influencer with a staggering 200K followers. As the Founder and CEO of INSIDEA, he has been revolutionizing the global hiring process by assisting companies in recruiting remote talent across various domains. Pratik’s contributions to the industry have earned him numerous awards, including the Indian Achiever’s Award and a spot on the Times 40 under 40 list.
Connect with Pratik:
LinkedIn @pratik-thakker
Facebook @MrPratikThakker
Twitter @MrPratikThakker
Instagram @mrpratikthakker
INSIDEA's Social Media Links:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/insidea/
Facebook @InsideaOfficial
Twitter @InsideaOfficial
About Susan:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rawandrealentrepreneurs
Join the Insider’s List: https://susansly.com/insider/
Join host Susan Sly, a tech Co-Founder and mother of 4, as she interviews some incredible Mompreneurs who have defied the odds to build successful companies while raising their children. Learn the delicate balance they've struck between nurturing their businesses and their children.
In this captivating compilation show, we bring you the best moments from previous episodes, featuring extraordinary women like Jordan Scott, the visionary Founder of Cobble, a groundbreaking decision-making tool to help teams collaborate. Also, prepare to be inspired by Bernadette Butler, the Co-Founder of StoryTap, who has harnessed the power of video storytelling to revolutionize the marketing world. And don't miss the insights from Estelle Giraud, the Co-Founder of Trellis Health, a company building smart, comprehensive health record systems.
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a budding businesswoman, or simply seeking inspiration, this compilation show celebrates the strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit of Mompreneurs.
About Jordan Scott:
Jordan graduated from NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study in 2015. Before launching her startup, she began her career as a news associate at CBS This Morning.
To date, Jordan has raised $3.3 million in seed funding, growing Cobble to tens of thousands of users who have swiped over 2M times on curated places and experiences in-app. Cobble is quickly expanding to new cities, optimizing decision-making functionality, and more.
Connect with Jordan:
Website: https://www.trycobble.com/
LinkedIn: @jordan-scott-354aa458/
Twitter: @trycobble
Instagram: @trycobble/
About Bernadette Butler:
Bernadette Butler is the co-founder of StoryTap Technologies, a video production company which has created and placed brand inspired videos that amass MILLIONS of views. She has been in the industry for 25 years and she brings a focus of empathy to her company culture. After creating a financial book club that grew to 500 members across 6 countries, Bernadette created StoryTap Technologies to be the first agency of its kind to make videos for brands, companies, and social media that share perspectives and experiences from across the world.
Connect with Bernadette:
Website: - https://storytap.com/
LinkedIn: - @butlerbernadette/
Twitter: - @storytapvideo
Instagram: - @storytapvideo
About Estelle Giraud:
Estelle is a PhD scientist who has worked at the front line of emerging technologies in healthcare and genetics. She has always been passionate about improving human health and health data systems. It was while navigating her own pregnancy that she experienced frustrating gaps in her prenatal care as she was treated by different physicians.
She co-founded Trellis Health, an all-in-one platform that leverages technology while restoring the sacred relationship between the physician and patient.
Connect with Estelle:
Instagram: @mytrellishealth/
Twitter: @mytrellishealth
LinkedIn: @estelle-giraud/
Website: https://www.jointrellishealth.com/
About Susan Sly:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Insider’s List: https://susansly.com/insider/
Discover the inspiring story behind Sarah Dusek, Co-Founder of Enygma Ventures, as she joins Susan Sly on the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast. Hear about Sarah's journey of building and exiting a nine-figure business and her mission to empower entrepreneurs in Africa. Sarah shares her story of confronting the highs and lows of the startup world, and how she has helped over 5,000 entrepreneurs become investor ready. Learn from the amazing work she's done to give diverse entrepreneurs access to power and capital, and how she is making a positive contribution to the world through her work.
About Sarah:
Sarah Dusek is a managing partner and co-founder of Enygma Ventures, a private investment fund dedicated to supporting and investing in women-led businesses in Africa. Since Enygma’s inception in 2019, over 5,000 entrepreneurs have gone through Enygma’s investor-ready programs to learn how to build valuable companies. Sarah aims to demystify the complicated and often inaccessible world of funding. Making capital accessible for women, helping them to both deliver outstanding outcomes for their own businesses and drive economic and social progressive change.
Connect With Sarah:
Facebook @enygmaventuresfund
Instagram @enygmaventures
LinkedIn @sarahhdusek
Twitter @@EnygmaVentures
About Susan:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rawandrealentrepreneurs
Join the Insider’s List: https://susansly.com/insider/
Join Susan and her guest Rob Stewart, EVP of BlocPal, in this thought-provoking podcast about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. Rob talks about his journey of building a successful company, BlocPal. They discuss the need and the importance of finding the right partners. Rob also talks about what keeps him up at night, from the macro view of the markets, to protecting the shareholders, to balancing growth and success. Come for the stories and stay for the lessons, as Susan and Rob bring a raw and real look into the world of entrepreneurship.
About Rob:
Rob is a corporate executive with extensive experience working in both start-up and larger operating businesses. He brings an educational background in marketing and human resource management. Rob began his career working in management consulting before joining the McLean Group of Companies as Vice President, Business Development, where he was responsible for revenue, profitability and strategic growth.
Over the past decade, he and his wife have grown a successful nutritional sales organization. Currently as Executive Vice President with BlocPal, Rob has successfully guided the company through all their private equity raises, M&A transactions and has supported business development efforts; bringing many of the key strategic partnerships that have driven the company’s rapid growth.
Connect with Rob:
Website www.blocpal.com
LinkedIn @robertwilliamstewart
Facebook @rob.stewart.35977
Twitter @BlocPal
About Susan Sly:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rawandrealentrepreneurs
Join the Insider’s List: https://susansly.com/insider/
Join Susan as she interviews Bernadette Butler, the co-founder of StoryTap Technologies. Bernadette shares her journey into entrepreneurship, including her experience with a lifestyle business, her previous venture that she sold, and her passion for marketing and finance. She and Susan discuss the power of video storytelling and how A.I. can be used to produce videos quickly and at scale. They also discuss the importance of fit when seeking venture capital and how to navigate the ups and downs of the fundraising process. Join them as they discuss the raw and real of entrepreneurship.
About Bernadette:
Bernadette Butler is the co-founder of StoryTap Technologies, a video production company which has created and placed brand inspired videos that amass MILLIONS of views. She has been in the industry for 25 years and she brings a focus of empathy to her company culture. After creating a financial book club that grew to 500 members across 6 countries, Bernadette created StoryTap Technologies to be the first agency of its kind to make videos for brands, companies, and social media that share perspectives and experiences from across the world.
Connect with Bernadette:
Website - https://storytap.com/
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/butlerbernadette/
Facebook - www.facebook.com/storytap/
Twitter - @storytapvideo
Instagram - @storytapvideo
About Susan Sly:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
Connect With Susan:
Twitter @Susanslylive
Twitter @rawandrealentr1
LinkedIn @susansly
Facebook @susanslylive
Website https://susansly.com/
Join the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rawandrealentrepreneurs
Join the Insider’s List: https://susansly.com/insider/
Have you wondered how AI and ChatGPT can help save time, improve product design, and enhance humanity? Join host Susan Sly on the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast as she dives into the world of generative A.I. and how it can be used for marketing, content creation, customer service, and operations. Learn about responsible governance of A.I. and hear funny stories and tips on how to make the most of Generative A.I. Be sure to catch this episode!
About The Susan:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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Are you seeking insights and inspiration to find your calling and move forward in your entrepreneurial journey? Join host Susan Sly as she interviews Donna Johnson, a successful entrepreneur for over 40 years. Since 1987, she has built one of the largest independent organizations in the world in network marketing and direct selling. Donna speaks to the good and bad of entrepreneurship, the importance of having a long-term vision, and how to stay focused on your goals. In addition, Donna shares her journey of overcoming adversity, the power of mentorship, and the importance of listening to the Holy Spirit. Donna feels it is important to follow your calling - when we are called, and we stand, and we step out of the boat, it strengthens the courage for other people to do the same. In addition to all of her incredible achievements, she's written a new book called My Mentor Walks on Water. She has already gone to number one on Amazon for Christian books in Pre-order! Tune in to Raw and Real Entrepreneurship with Host Susan Sly and Guest Donna Johnson to gain the courage, confidence, and insight to take your business to the next level.
About Donna:
Donna Johnson is one of the leading, respected professionals in Network Marketing. Since 1987, she has built one of the largest independent organizations in the world. In 2019, Donna received the Profession’s Lifetime Achievement Award, joining just a handful of recipients. Her story is featured in numerous publications, including The Napoleon Hill Foundation’s book with Author Sharon Lechter, Think and Grow Rich for Women.
Donna and her husband Thomas reside between Wisconsin, Arizona, and Sweden. She has five children: Nathaniel, Nicole, Joseph, Olivia, Alexandra and step-son Max, along with eight grandchildren. Their charity “Spirit Wings Kids” funds Orphanages in India and Africa along with a Permaculture farm and soccer academy in Uganda.
Connect With Donna:
Instagram: @mentordonnajohnson
Website: https://www.mentordonnajohnson.com/
About The Host:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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Join Susan Sly and her guest Karthik Suresh, Co-Founder of Ignition in a discussion on the current market conditions for venture capital and how valuations have been affected. They also discuss the importance of having a strong mission, staying resilient and having patience in the face of challenges. Finally, Karthik shares information about his company Ignition, a platform to help manage go-to-market plans and product launches. Tune in to hear advice and insights to help small business owners and entrepreneurs succeed in the current market.
About Karthik:
Karthik Suresh is the Co-Founder of Ignition, a collaborative hub for Marketing & Product teams to plan, execute, and measure the GTM side of launching. Karthik is a product and a technology leader with experience as a founder, an early startup hire, and a key player in defining product strategy and finding a market fit. He has extensive experience building products in consumer, enterprise, and the data domain across early stage and established companies.
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Website https://www.haveignition.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/karthiksureshlbs/ Twitter https://twitter.com/karthiksuresh Twitter https://twitter.com/haveignition
About The Host:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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Take shopping to the next level with Susan Sly and her special guest Tyler Murray, Co-Founder of Ghost Retail. Tyler has a Masters degree in AI and is an expert on Web 3.0 and how it is transforming the online shopping experience. Tyler takes us on a journey through the evolution of e-commerce, live streaming culture, and hyper personalization, and reveals how Ghost Retail is bringing the in-store experience to the digital space. He shares his insights into the power of live video and how it is revolutionizing the shopping experience, and his personal journey of entrepreneurship and venture capital funding. Join us to explore the future of shopping.
About Tyler:
Tyler Murray is co-founder of GhostRetail, the world’s first 1:1 live video shopping platform for global brands. Tyler has been leading digital innovation for some of the world’s most recognizable companies and icons, including Nike, American Eagle, Universal Pictures, NHL, NBA, and McDonald’s. He has founded and exited 3 tech startups and led the digital interactive campaign design for some of the most successful movie franchises in history, including Jurassic Park, Fast & Furious, and James Bond.
Specializing in global ecommerce and viral product drops, he has helped retail brands elevate and deliver world class online experiences for decades. As co-founder of GhostRetail, he’s been leading progressive brands into the exploding live shopping space in North America. GhostRetail disrupts the traditional online shopping experience by focusing on human connection, hyper-personalization, and store decentralization.
Connect With Tyler:
Website https://www.ghostretail.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-murray-0396a9251/ Twitter @ghostretail Instagram @ghostretail
About The Host:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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Susan Sly interviews Brett Martin, President and Co-Founder of Kumospace. Listen in as they dive deep into the origin story of Kumospace. This software enables remote and distributed teams to join a virtual office for collaboration, mentorship and culture building. Learn about the importance of product-market fit and the vision for Kumospace, which is to provide freedom and flexibility to its users to live their best lives and be hyper-productive. Tune in to the podcast and get inspired to build something that makes a difference!
About Brett:
Brett Martin is President & Co-Founder of Kumospace, the virtual office platform where teams show up, and Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Charge Ventures, a pre-seed-focused venture fund based in Brooklyn, NY. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School, teaching data analytics and technology strategy.
Connect with Brett:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Kumospace Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kumospace/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettlucasmartin/ Twitter https://twitter.com/brett1211 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@kumospace2261 Website https://brettmartin.co/
About The Host:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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In this episode of the Raw and Real Entrepreneurship podcast with Susan Sly, hear from Andi Huels, Global Head of Growth and Strategy for RadiusAI. Andi is passionate about evangelizing AI solutions, and she shares her expertise in AI, machine learning, and data analytics to help F500 companies drive agility and re-invent their operations. Join us as Andi talks about her journey to success, the advantages of AI, and how it can help retailers and customers. Plus, hear about Andi's mission to make AI easy to implement. Don't miss this fascinating discussion about the power of AI!
About Andi:
Andi Huels has successfully revolutionized the field of artificial intelligence, going above and beyond to motivate others and be a knowledgeable resource and passionate leader in the field. In her role at RadiusAI, she shares her expertise in AI, machine learning, and data analytics to help F500 companies drive agility and re-invent their operations.
Prior to RadiusAI, Andi served as Head of AI, North America, at Lenovo ($70B). Her background includes over two decades of global strategy, growth, and innovation leadership roles with General Electric, ExxonMobil, Dematic, Crane, Imerys, Omron, and General Mills.
Connect With Andi:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreahuelsai/
Twitter @RadiusAI
About The Host:
Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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The Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Podcast is back with part 2 of Susan Sly's interview with Erik Korem, CEO of Aim7. This episode dives into the importance of trust and stewardship, data security, and the power of building adaptive capacity, meaning how much stress you can adapt to. Join Susan and Erik as they explore the science behind Erik's innovative approach to building a healthier and more resilient workforce. As an added bonus, get early access to Erik's new app where you will learn about sleep, mental health and mental fitness. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to increase your resilience and build a better, more successful business.
Erik Korem is the Founder and CEO of AIM7 (https://www.aim7.com/). in 2020, Erik began pouring his expertise into an app that analyzes users' data and provides custom recommendations for enhancing the mind, body, and recovery process. Leveraging the science of adaptive capacity, Erik and his team are unlocking a new level of human performance for anyone with a wearable device — so they can be their best without burning out.
Connect with Erik
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Instagram https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikkorem/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ErikKorem Website https://www.erikkorem.com/ Aim7 https://www.aim7.com
About The Host: Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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On this podcast episode, host Susan Sly interviews Dr. Erik Korem, a former sports scientist and performance coach. They discuss how Erik used his experience in sports to develop a technology that can turn wearable data into actionable recommendations for personalized health and wellness. They also explore how this technology can help entrepreneurs become more resilient and mentally fit to thrive under challenging circumstances.
Erik shares his experience of recruiting top-notch engineers, the importance of creating a strong culture within your organization, and how to pattern-match to find the right team members. He also dives into his journey of building a successful company, the challenges and successes he encountered along the way, and how to use data to make more informed decisions.
Erik Korem is the Founder and CEO of AIM7. In 2020, Erik began pouring his expertise into an app that analyzes users' data and provides tailored recommendations for enhancing the mind, body, and recovery process. Leveraging the science of adaptive capacity, Erik and his team are unlocking a new level of human performance for anyone with a wearable device — so they can be their best without burning out.
Connect with Erik
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Instagram https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikkorem/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ErikKorem Website https://www.erikkorem.com/ Aim7 https://www.aim7.com
About The Host: Susan Sly is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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Join Susan as she interviews Jordan Scott, the founder of a revolutionary new decision-making tool for individuals and teams called Cobble. In this episode, Jordan shares her journey of growing her audience to 50,000 people and how she raised money for her company by pitching a big idea with passion and a relatable problem statement.
Jordan also shares valuable insights on how to approach VCs and the importance of having a strong runway and being in a position of power during fundraising. This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs looking to raise capital and grow their businesses.
About Jordan: Jordan graduated from NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study in 2015. Before launching her startup, she began her career as a news associate at CBS This Morning.
Jordan has been profiled in the New York Times, Forbes, FOX 5 Good Day New York, and more. She has won the NYU & New York Jets No Huddle Challenge and Entrepreneur Magazine’s LIVE 5-minute pitch competition.
To date, Jordan has raised $3.3 million in seed funding, growing Cobble to tens of thousands of users who have swiped over 2M times on curated places and experiences in-app. Cobble is quickly expanding to new cities, optimizing decision-making functionality, and more.
Connect With Jordan: Website: https://www.trycobble.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-scott-354aa458/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/trycobble Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trycobble Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trycobble/
About The Host: Susan Sly is the Cofounder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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Join Susan as she interviews Paul McCarthy, the founder and CEO of Snapfix.
Paul has always been involved in managing commercial and residential buildings as part of a family business. Five years ago, Paul got really frustrated with all the inefficient communication in relation to managing buildings, projects and teams. There were post-it notes, phone calls, voicemails, text messages, WhatsApps, emails etc. flying all over the place, and it was impossible to manage and keep track of everything. He wanted a simple photo-based solution, as simple as WhatsApp, that had the flexibility to manage everything.
Paul looked to the market for that simple solution, but everything he found was either too complex, too forms based, too inflexible, too time consuming, or too expensive. Since Paul had a background in software development, he set out to build a prototype phone application. From that,Snapfix was born and is now ”the simplest” facilities and maintenance solution on the planet.
Paul was scaling his business during COVID and learned to pivot his focus and was able to find a new opportunity providing a systemized cleaning schedule for hotels.
Paul credits his success from leveraging his 25 years of experience to create a solution to a problem he saw in the marketplace. He has a relentless focus on simplicity and is committed to providing a very specific solution to a niche market.
Connect with Paul
Website https://snapfix.com/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/snapfix-ltd/
Twitter https://twitter.com/SnapfixPlatform
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/snapfixplatform/
Snapfix Completes €1.75m Funding Round
About The Host: Susan Sly is the Cofounder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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In this podcast, Susan Sly discusses the common pitfalls entrepreneurs may encounter as they build and grow their businesses. She offers practical advice for avoiding these traps and highlights the potential consequences of falling into them.
Throughout the podcast, Susan shares personal anecdotes from her entrepreneurial journey, including a story about the importance of finding the balance between building a successful business and maintaining a fulfilling personal life.
Despite the challenges that entrepreneurs may face, Susan emphasizes that with perseverance and determination, it is possible to overcome obstacles and achieve success.
Susan Sly is the Cofounder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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Join Susan as she interviews Matt McWilliams, the host of The Affiliate Guy Podcast, your source for affiliate marketing news, tips, and strategies to take your online business to the next level. Matt recently completed his book, “Turn Your Passions into Profits”, which helps provide the steps to starting your own affiliate marketing business from start to finish.
Entrepreneurs and companies such as Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi, Shark Tank's Kevin Harrington, Stu McLaren, Adidas, Ryan Levesque, Brian Tracy, Lewis Howes, Rich Schefren, Shutterfly, Michael Hyatt, and Jeff Walker have trusted Matt McWilliams to run their affiliate programs and coach their affiliate teams.
The new economy is completely contingent upon messengers who provide content. Unfortunately, too many messengers are not making the money they need to survive so they can continue providing their valuable content. Matt believes that content creators should not feel guilty about monetizing their content. It does not serve your audience not to be a profitable business. Affiliate marketing is a low risk and easy way to bridge the gap between having nothing to sell and selling nothing at all.
Matt’s book “Turn Your Passions into Profits” not only helps entrepreneurs determine what their passion is, but also how to make that passion profitable by leveraging affiliate marketing.
You can order his book and take advantage of some special bonuses when you go to (https://passionsintoprofitsbook.com/sly). Matt is here to help you on your quest to turn your passion and message into a profitable and growing business.
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Connect With Matt:
Website: https://www.mattmcwilliams.com/
Podcast: https://www.mattmcwilliams.com/affiliate-guy-daily-podcast/
About The Host: Susan Sly is the Cofounder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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Join Susan as she interviews Dennis Kelly, the CEO of Postalytics, a fast-growing direct mail company. Postalytics is not your typical direct mail company - This is a new way to do direct mail marketing in minutes rather than weeks. Delivery and responses to your mailing syncs to your CRM to provide analytics and compliment your current email marketing.
If your business is slowing down, you need to figure out how to cut through the digital noise and stand out. Business people receive over 120 emails per day. The average Gmail account contains over 8,000 messages. All of your competitors are pounding the inbox 24/7. Personalized direct mail will help your business marketing stand out and will form a deeper impression than email alone.
Prepare for the coming economic changes by digging deeper with the clients you already have. Put a new spin on your marketing with a direct mail piece. This can help you drive revenue during a downturn. When everyone is running to the exits, there is an opportunity to prosper by getting more aggressive when everyone is retreating.
About Dennis Kelly:
Dennis is CEO of Postalytics, a fast-growing direct mail automation software company. Postalytics helps marketers do more in less time with streamlined production, integration into the marketing tech stack and real time direct mail campaign analytics. Postalytics is Dennis’ 6th startup. He has been involved in starting and growing early-stage technology ventures for over 30 years. Visit www.postalytics.com to learn more about his company and the amazing services they offer for small to medium businesses.
Connect with Dennis:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/postalytics/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisjohnkelly/ Twitter https://twitter.com/postalytics
About The Host: Susan Sly is the Cofounder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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Join Susan as she interviews Manuj Aggarwal, the founder of TetraNoodle Technologies. Manuj, a life-long entrepreneur, is currently a leading authority on AI and machine learning.
Manuj started his career at the age of 15, working in a factory and earning $2 per day. While Manuj had no contacts or resources, he was determined to improve his life. With hard work, he started his first business in 10th grade selling a nutritional supplement that satisfied a personal need of his own.
He soon discovered the power of the internet and opened an Ebay store selling sporting goods. While this business lasted a couple years, he learned some hard lessons on inventory management and moved on to his next venture.
Manuj has learned to evolve with the changing times and is always looking for emerging trends that could make for a new business. He recommends that entrepreneurs should observe what people are yearning for, and try to empathize with that need to uncover an idea for a business.
About Manuj:
Now, Manuj leads his own company TetraNoodle Technologies, which is a premium data science and AI consulting company. Manuj has been listed among the world's AI leaders by Miami Dade College. Manuj is also a mentor, board advisor in many startups, accelerators and entrepreneurship circles. Manuj is currently the leader of the Vancouver startup community.
He basically reverse-engineered his life journey and came up with a tried and tested system backed by the power of data which can be applied to achieve extraordinary goals , create sustainable businesses, build personal brands and live a satisfying life.
Connect with Manuj:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/manujaggarwal/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/manujagro/
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@manujagro
iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bootstrapping-your-dreams-show/id1453077497
About The Host:
Susan Sly is the Cofounder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists.
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Join Susan as she interviews Craig Weiss - a Venture-Capitalist, serial entrepreneur, and published author. In this interview, Craig shares some of his predictions on emerging technologies that will revolutionize the world in the coming decades.
Craig says that there are complicated problems that need solutions that have yet to be developed. But the good news is that these solutions ARE complicated - complexity prevents your competition from solving the problem that could make you successful. If it were easy, everyone else would be doing it.
Craig’s company, Flagstaff Ventures, invests in early-stage consumer products and services. He meets a lot of entrepreneurs and says that qualifying the entrepreneur is even more important than qualifying the product or service they are offering. Craig feels a successful founder is someone who has passion and a “never quit” attitude.
However, a good founder must also be able to identify when it is OK to pivot when things are not working. Pivoting is not quitting, it is keeping your eyes on the big picture, and being willing to try something else to achieve your goals.
About Craig: Craig has founded or co-founded half a dozen companies. During his three and half years as President & CEO of NJOY, Inc. he led the company to a $1B valuation. An inventor, Craig Weiss has 14 patents to his own name, including five for medical devices.
Craig is the Managing Member of Flagstaff Ventures, a Venture Capital firm focused on early-stage consumer products and services. He is also the Co-Founder & CEO of venture-backed Retainer Club & Mouthguard Club.
Before becoming an entrepreneur, Craig Weiss was a patent attorney, where he focused on the drafting and prosecution of patent applications for medical device, e-commerce and business method inventions.
A published author, Craig co-authored I Am My Brother's Keeper, which features a foreword from Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu. The book is also the subject of the Nancy Spielberg produced documentary, "Above & Beyond,” in which Craig appears as one of the historians. Craig's newest book, "Fighting Back" was published on May 17, 2022.
Connect with Craig:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-weiss-9890127/
Websites:
flagstaffventures.com
retainerclub.com
mouthguardclub.com
fightingback.com
About The Host
Susan Sly is the Cofounder and Co-CEO of RadiusAI, a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur and host of the highly acclaimed podcast – Raw and Real Entrepreneurship. Susan has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds Certificates in Management and Leadership, Technology and Operations, and Strategy and Innovation from MIT. Susan is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists. Susan has built channel sales teams that have produced over $2.0 billion in sales.
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Estelle is a PhD scientist who has worked at the front line of emerging technologies in healthcare and genetics. She has always been passionate about improving human health and health data systems. It was while navigating her own pregnancy that she experienced frustrating gaps in her prenatal care as she was treated by different physicians.
She spoke with dozens of women, and discovered that her experience was not unique. It was from this she saw a massive opportunity to build a better healthcare system from the ground up that created a better consumer experience.
She co-founded Trellis Health, an all-in-one platform that leverages technology while restoring the sacred relationship between the physician and patient. Estelle believes people don’t neatly fit in single boxes, and some of the most interesting insights about people and the world come from the unplanned intersections. She brings authenticity and openness to tough conversations about the hard problems we face, and thrives in finding new understanding through conversation.
ABOUT ESTELLE:
Estelle Giraud is a PhD scientist (population genetics) turned commercial operator and leader in biotech and frontier medicine Illumina, and is now the co-founder of Trellis Health, an all in one platform that takes frustration and anxiety out of coordinating and curating pre and postnatal health.
Website and social media links
Instagram http://www.instagram.com/mytrellishealth/
Twitter http://twitter.com/estellejgiraud
http://twitter.com/mytrellishealth
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/estelle-giraud/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/mytrellishealth/
Website https://www.jointrellishealth.com/
Join Susan as she interviews Blake York, the founder of Equilyst - a state-of-the-art healthcare company that uses technology to treat the root cause of a dysfunction rather than just diagnose a disease.
Even though he started his business in 2020 during the pandemic, he has doubled this revenue this year over last year. Blake shares that historically companies can experience massive growth during difficult times by keeping their heads down and staying focused on their goals. He credits his success by not paying attention to unnecessary distractions and keeping his mindset positive. Where your focus goes, your energy flows.
Blake’s success is rooted in truly seeing a piece of himself in each and every patient and having a deep connection to the outcome they desire to achieve. He treats every patient like they are his only patient, which has helped his business grow by word of mouth.
Blake is a licensed Board-Certified Health Practitioner in the field of anti-aging, functional, and regenerative medicine. You can learn more about his company at equilystmed.com.
BIO:
With a Master's Degree in Nursing and a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington’s Family Nurse Practitioner Program, our Founder, Blake York, has been a leader in the innovation and transformation of modern health in America.
Although Blake grew up in a health and wellness-centered home, with parents who owned several fitness centers and a physical therapy practice, it was only after 11 years of his own progressive nursing career that Blake found his true passion and purpose in this industry when he began coaching and mentoring others in weight loss and fitness in 2011.
“I realized the joy and gratification I gained from helping others succeed in their own health journey and making changes in life before they had to.” – Blake York
Blake’s desire to help others become empowered in controlling their own health and wellness through diet, exercise, and supplementation is what ultimately led to his discovery of Functional and Integrative Medicine. Thus, Blake followed his passion and became a licensed Board Certified Health Practitioner in the field of anti-aging, functional, and regenerative medicine–and that’s when Equilyst was born.
Blake’s success is rooted in truly seeing a piece of himself in each and every patient and having a deep connection to each and every outcome they desire to achieve.
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Facebook https://www.facebook.com/equilystmed/
Instagram @freex45 and @equilystmed
Website https://equilystmed.com
Join Susan as she interviews Inez Ribustello, the former Assistant Cellar Master at the World Trade Center restaurant “Windows on the World” during the time of the 9-11 terror attacks.
Fortunately for Inez, she happened to be on vacation in North Carolina when the towers came down. Her soon-to-be husband also worked in the World Trade Center, but happened to be off that day as well. While her life and her future husband’s life was spared, she lost friends, colleagues and her job that day. She also lost her innocence and rose-colored glass view of the world.
The tragedy was a catalyst that moved her into a new direction. She ultimately moved back to North Carolina where she and her fiancé opened “On the Square”, a restaurant, wine bar and retail store. The wine list at On the Square holds the prestigious Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator.
Her next big venture was Tarboro Brewing Company, a microbrewery that started brewing in February of 2016. Almost a year later, she and her husband opened a satellite taproom serving tacos in the Rocky Mount Mills.
In September of 2021, Inez self-published her memoir Life After Windows. In 2009, Inez placed 2nd runner-up in the Best Sommelier in America competition held in New York City. She is a member of the Alumni Hall of Fame for the Institute of Culinary Education and a graduate of the Court of Master Sommelier’s Advanced Exam.
Connect with Inez
Website www.inezribustello.com
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/inez.ribustello/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/inezribustello/?hl=en
Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/inier
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/inez-ribustello-97616a4/
Sammy De La O is an Entrepreneur and Author of F.E.A.R.L.E.S.S., Creating and Finding the Career You Love, sharing the message of fearlessness, and helping people live the life they want as their potential unfolds.
She refined her skills working in the entertainment industry by directing television, films, and documentaries such as “Only Murders in The Building”, “Chicago P.D.”, and “The Last O.G.”. By working with a diverse group of people, she has learned how to build powerful relationships.
Sammy walks her talk in her quest to be fearless. In 2020 she left Hollywood and temporarily moved to Bali as the world was shutting down during the pandemic. She was alone and did not know anyone there but quickly adapted to the culture.
She is protective of her time and shares her morning and night rituals that keep her grounded. She has learned to calendar personal activities to ensure she allows time for herself.
About Sammy:
After graduating in Communications Media & Theater, she travelled to Los Angeles and New York and fearlessly became a Directors Guild of America Member as an Assistant Director, working on Only Murders in The Building, Chicago P.D., The Last O.G., Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Godfather of Harlem, Succession, Flight Attendant, and more. A native of Chicago from Mexican, Italian, and Polish descent, family is her pride and joy, and the fuel behind the FEARLESS Community she created and guides to fearlessly find their dream career through meaningful connections and life experiences. Currently, she is living the Fearless Nomadic Lifestyle, and is an Executive Producer, Director, Speaker, Coach and Certified Scuba Diver living the fearless life.
Social Media Links
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammydelao/
Innovation happens when people see a problem and are passionately committed to finding a solution that provides value. Join Susan as she talks with Nicholas Borsotto, the Manager for AI alliances at Lenovo, one of the biggest hardware manufacturers in the world. He is not a traditional corporate employee - Nicholas joined Lenovo to help innovators and startups to scale.
Nicholas believes necessity is the mother of invention – sometimes times of crisis is where the greatest ideas are born. Even during this challenging economy, If you can provide value to others, do it now instead of waiting for when things might go back to normal.
In this interview, Nicholas shares some of the obvious reasons startups fail. These mistakes will kill a startup faster than lack of funding. Some of these reasons include:
- The makeup of your founding team can cripple businesses.
- Undue pressure on technology being the answer to all problems.
- The disconnect between the startup community and client community.
Nicholas believes necessity is the mother of invention – sometimes times of crisis is where the greatest ideas are born. Even during this challenging economy, if you can provide value to others, do it now instead of waiting for when things might go back to normal.
Nicholas Borsotto is the WW Manager for AI Alliances at Lenovo, responsible for building their full-stack ecosystem of AI partners and ensuring their combined efforts translated into end-to-end AI deployments. Nicholas is a passionate Tech-onomist, always on the lookout for the trends spurring AI development and adoption. He is also the founder of Meetup Ai, one of Europe’s biggest networks for discussing practical AI, and a mentor for innovation organizations such as Applied Data incubator and Startup Bootcamp. Before joining Lenovo, he ran a boutique consulting company focused on ML Startups in Berlin, Germany.
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasborsotto/
In today's business world, it's more important than ever to have a strong presence on social media. As customers become increasingly tech-savvy, they're turning to social media to learn about new products and services. For businesses, having an active social media presence is essential to driving sales and staying competitive.
Marketing and social media expert Avery Sly shares her wisdom on the art of using Social Media to market your business even in the ever-changing economy. Avery also shares the importance of blogging in creating searchable content to attract people to your products, service or offer. Not only does this increase brand awareness, but it also shows your audience that you're listening and caring about their needs.
You can learn more about Avery at Agency8.com.
Avery Sly is a social media mogul - with over 100 million views on her Instagram Reels and over 400,000 followers on Tik Tok, she knows her stuff when it comes to the social media world. She started coaching small business owners in 2018 and has since helped many achieve success on social media. Avery graduated Magna cum Laude from the WP Carey School of Business at Arizona State University in 2020. Since then, she has worked as the marketing manager and director of brand development at Agency 8. In her role, she works alongside clients to help them turn their marketing goals into reality. Avery is also an avid writer and is currently studying at MIT for Artificial Intelligence and its Implications for Business Strategy. In her free time, Avery enjoys spending time with her cat Theo. Avery is an automotive enthusiast and an avid foodie who is always on the hunt for new recipes!
In this Episode, Susan interviews Blaine Bartlett, author of the number 1 international best-seller Compassionate Capitalism: A Journey to the Soul of Business. He’s worked with entrepreneurs and leaders in many of the largest companies and organizations on the planet to change the way leadership is used to foster Compassionate Capitalism.
He shares that the purpose of business is not to make money, but rather uplift the experience of all living things on this planet. If your business uplifts the experience of being alive, consumers will beat a path to your door.
He believes that every organization has a “soul” or spirit that is its founding source and knowing how to access and leverage this unique “soul” is a crucial key to sustainable success!
Blaine is a co-host of Office Hours with David Meltzer on Bloomberg TV, hosts the Soul of Business podcast and is featured in the TV series World’s Greatest Motivators, the movie and book Think and Grow Rich: The Legacy as well as three TEDx talks and numerous podcasts. As CEO of Avatar Resources, a global leadership consultancy he founded in 1987, he’s worked with entrepreneurs and leaders in many of the largest companies and organizations on the planet to change the way leadership is used to foster Compassionate Capitalism.
Website and social media links
Website https://BlaineBartlett.com
https://Avatar-Resources.com
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BlaineBartlett
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialBlaineBartlett
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/blainebartlett
Twitter https://twitter.com/blainebartlett
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/blainebartlett
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/blainebartlett1
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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/susansly
In this episode, Susan interviews David Perry, a 30-year veteran of the gaming industry. He started by making games just for fun – he had no idea there was any money to be made. His first game, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, went on to be number one in the charts.
He continued his path doing things “just for fun” and was also the creator of the popular games like the Matrix, Terminator and cult classic, Earthworm Jim.
He started asking himself, if movies and music could be streamed, why not video games? From that idea, he created Gaikai. David went on to sell Gaikai to Sony PlayStation for $380 million and that company has been instrumental in creating the livestream foundation for video gaming in the cloud.
David is now the CEO of Carro, a new e-commerce partnership network used by over 30K Shopify brands with over 320M visitors a month. Carro (GetCarro.com) helps brands with their e-commerce and sales by partnering with other brands in the network.
David credits his success to having fun doing what he loves. You will ultimately find opportunity where you least expect it, and innovation through trying to build on that opportunity until you cannot beat it.
Bio
David Perry is the CEO of Carro, a new e-commerce partnership network used by over 30K Shopify brands.
GetCarro.com helps brands gain attention, sales, and new customers by partnering with other brands in the network. “The goal is to keep users on your store, adding all the things they need directly into your cart. Carro provides all the other products they want that you don’t currently sell.”
Sony PlayStation acquired Perry’s previous company Gaikai to establish leadership in the future of streaming video games from the cloud. This service is called PlayStation Now.
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Instagram https://www.instagram.com/getcarro/
Twitter https://twitter.com/getcarro
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dperry/
Website https://getcarro.com/
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In this episode, Susan Sly interviews Edgar Blazona, a serial entrepreneur and 8-figure furniture business success story. Edgar identified his passion for building furniture when he couldn’t afford furniture for his first apartment, so he built his own.
Edgar knew he was born to be an entrepreneur, but he embraced his time in entry-level retail jobs to learn everything he could about business while making amazing connections. During his time in retail, he identified some opportunities that were not being met with customers looking for custom furniture.
Doors continued to open for him because he constantly looked for opportunities to gain proximity to the people who could help him with his business. He learned the art of “give to get” where he focused on how he could offer value before asking for favours.
With time, Edgar was able to get investors to provide him with the capital he needed to build his dream business, BenchMade Modern. In this interview, Edgar shares his advice for pitching a business to investors by using a phased roll-out to sharpen your skills and tighten your offer.
Edgar believes in having a backup plan to help provide you with stability when building a business. It will allow you to mentally “bet the farm” in building the business of your dreams. There are highs and lows in being an entrepreneur and it takes a lot of focus to keep yourself balanced while riding the waves. He recommends you find a community of like-minded people to connect with to help you during your entrepreneurial journey!
Bio
Edgar Blazona is a modernist American furniture designer and founder of wildly popular DTC sofa brand BenchMade Modern. A high school dropout, turned graffiti artist, turned serial entrepreneur, Edgar got his start in the furniture industry because of need: he was young and broke, and his first apartment didn’t have any furniture. Thus, he taught himself how to build some.
Along with starting several (!) of his own companies, including Modular Dwellings – a prefab backyard shelter company, Edgar also sharpened his skills in the corporate world at Pottery Barn and Restoration Hardware. As he saw customers accustomed to waiting three months (and more!) for sofas and sectionals that realistically take only a few weeks to make, he realized there must be a better way and founded BenchMade Modern in 2015 to disrupt this norm.
Connect with Edgar:
Website https://benchmademodern.com/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/benchmademodern/
Twitter https://twitter.com/BenchMadeModern
Twitter https://twitter.com/EdgarBlazona
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Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susansly/
Twitter https://twitter.com/Susan_sly
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/susansly
In this interview with Dave Selinger, the mind behind the next BIG thing in home security – Deep Sentinel- we'll discuss how artificial intelligence is disrupting the trillion-dollar security industry and what he did to make it possible.
David Selinger was an early employee at Amazon, working directly under Jeff Bezos. He led the R&D arm of Amazon’s data-mining and personalization team. He co-founded Redfin (now a multi-billion dollar company). He founded RichRelevance, a company that offers personalized shopping experiences for large retail brands, including Macy’s, Barneys New York, Office Depot, and others.
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Website https://www.deepsentinel.com/
Facebook https://web.facebook.com/deepsentinel/?_rdc=1&_rdr
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Twitter https://twitter.com/deep_sentinel
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/selly/
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/DeepSentinel
Know more about Dave
https://www.cnbc.com/2021/08/17/redfin-co-founder-david-selinger-on-jeff-bezos-lessons-for-success.html
Cryptocurrency and blockchain are two of the most talked about technologies today. But what do they actually mean? In this episode, Richard Carthon, a crypto expert, explains cryptocurrency and blockchain in simple terms so that you can understand how they work.
Richard Carthon is on a mission to bridge the gap between people who know nothing about cryptocurrency and blockchain with thought leaders in the space. His podcast, YouTube channel, and blog Crypto Current, was founded to give access to information to everyone on current events occurring in cryptocurrency and blockchain in a digestible way. He is the host of Crypto Current, which has released over 200 episodes to date. Richard is also a part of several cryptocurrency investment funds: 1) a cryptocurrency hedge fund called Crescent City Capital, 2) a cryptocurrency venture fund called Acacia Digital, and 3) a NFT fund called SVG Capital.
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Website https://crypto-current.co/
Twitter https://twitter.com/richardcarthon
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/richard_carthon/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/crypto-current-llc/
The Information discussed and shared on Raw and Real Entrepreneurship is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. You should not make any decision, legal, financial, investment, trading or otherwise, without undertaking independent due diligence and consultation with an appropriate professional.
In this episode, Brennan Agranoff, CEO of Hoopswagg, discussed how to take advantage of your talents and abilities to achieve success. He also pointed out the importance of innovating to create a successful business by finding ways to differentiate from competitors, which will make your product more appealing to the market. ((An excerpt from our LIVE Only 4 Days Event)
Brennan Agranoff has been founding companies since the age of seven but officially launched his first business, Hoopswagg, in 2013. He has since grown the business into seven-figure sales in only four years. Brennan was named the 2017 Baylor Teen Entrepreneur of the year for his work. Brennan has been quoted and published in several national and international media outlets including CNN, The New York Times, and US News for his entrepreneurial advocacy.
The number one reason startups fail is a lack of cash flow. There are many ways to raise funds for your startup. You could try to get a loan from the bank, or you could bring in angel investors or venture capitalists to invest in your company. But there is one thing all these sources of funding have in common: they want to see a good return on their investment. This episode talks about the importance of creating value for your investors and making sure your business is attractive to potential funders. (Excerpt from Susan's keynote recorded live at the Weekend MBA Event)
Susan Sly is a tech investor, best-selling author, keynote speaker, trainer and entrepreneur. She has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox, Lifetime Television, The CBN, The Morning Show in Australia and has been quoted in MarketWatch, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, and more. She holds a Certificate in Management and Leadership with a focus in AI and Certificate in Strategy and Innovation from MIT and is the author of 7 books. Her book project with NY Times Best Selling Author, Jack Canfield, made six Amazon Best Selling lists. Susan has built channel sales teams that have produced over $1.7 billion in sales.
She is the Co-CEO, and cofounder, of Radius AI – a Silicon Valley and Phoenix-based AI company, founder of Agency 8 – a digital agency for startups, founder of The Femboss Incubator, and CEO of Crimson Phoenix Marketing.
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Website https://susansly.com/
The Information discussed and shared on Raw and Real Entrepreneurship is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. You should not make any decision, legal, financial, investment, trading or otherwise, without undertaking independent due diligence and consultation with an appropriate professional.
Diana Frerick, President of Agency 8, shares 10 businesses anyone can start for less than 500! She will give you some specific resources, websites and steps to help you get started.
Diana has a strong business background, having owned her own multi-million dollar business and worked for Fortune 500 companies in sales, training, curriculum development, video production, graphic design and marketing. In 2017 Diana decided that digital marketing and business automation was her next adventure. From there she hooked up with Susan Sly who had a vision to create a new type of marketing agency for small businesses. Diana became President of Agency 8. Diana truly has a deep appreciation for small business owners having been in the trenches herself and has a passion to help them succeed.
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The Information discussed and shared on Raw and Real Entrepreneurship is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. You should not make any decision, legal, financial, investment, trading or otherwise, without undertaking independent due diligence and consultation with an appropriate professional.
Starting your own Etsy shop can seem a little daunting, but Gina Mote did it and sold over 8000 items in her first year! In this interview, she shares some great tips on how to get started, including inviting people to your shop, making an initial investment, and using Facebook as a tool.
Gina has worked from home for 35 years in various fields, creating several businesses from scratch in the craft field, including hand-painting clothing and creating an online scrapbook store over 20 years ago. She loved teaching classes and holding weekend retreats for as many as 60 crafters.
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Website http://www.littleaugustranch.com/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GinaLMote
Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/LittleAugustRanch
Do you know your superpower?
In business, as in life, it is essential to know what sets you apart and makes you unique. In this interview, NickCavuotoshared his journey to understanding his superpower and how it helped him achieve success.
Nick Cavuoto is a people catalyst, brand strategist, and executive business consultant for today’s most influential brands. In addition to his accomplishments as a business consultant with Fortune 500 Companies like Verizon, Microsoft, and Paychex, Nick serves as an inspirational figure, activating the next generation of global leaders.
When considering whether or not to invest in a company, all investors look for a few important factors. We'll look at what those aspects are in this interview and how you can make your company more investible.
John Cerasani is a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist and author. He shares his experiences to help the masses in the business and entrepreneurial landscape. At the age of 27, John was featured in Crains 40 under 40, in his mid 30's he had a private equity exit for his insurance company. He founded his early-stage VC firm Glencrest Global with a portion of those proceeds.
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Are you struggling to achieve success in your life? If you want to achieve greater success in your life, then you need to start by shifting your identity. Too often we get stuck in a rut and don't believe that we can be or do anything different. But with the power of mindset, discipline, and consistency, you can achieve anything you set your mind to! (Live event recording from UME 2022) The World’s #1 ‘Rock Star’ International Speaker, Camilita Nuttall is an Influencer, Founder & CEO of Event of Champions®, Multi-Millionaire Property Investor, Business & Wealth Coach, 7-Time Award-Winning Sales & Growth Expert, Entrepreneur, Author, Editor in Chief of Global Champions Magazine & Radio Show Host at The Camilita® Podcast.
There's no escaping pain when it comes to achieving success. But if you're willing to make the necessary sacrifices, you can turn your failures into stepping stones for greater achievement.
In this episode, Glenn talks about the lessons he learned from his biggest challenges and how they've helped him become a successful entrepreneur. If you're looking to make a big change in your life, you need to be prepared to make sacrifices and take risks. Are you ready to leap into success?
From underdog to Undercover Billionaire, Glenn Stearns is a rags-to-riches story that shows what can be accomplished with grit and determination.
Glenn is known for his unrivaled track record for turning his vision and passion into reality through hard work, determination and grit. As a serial entrepreneur, Glenn is going back to his roots and is the Founder and CEO of Kind Lending, a new mortgage banker in the industry. He is creating a collaborative environment where individual input matters and having fun is mandatory. In 2019, Glenn starred in the television show, Undercover Billionaire, on the Discovery channel. The show featured the importance of team building, accountability, and perseverance.
When you can tell a story that connects with people on an emotional level, it opens up a whole new world of possibilities for your business. In this interview, David talked about the power of storytelling and how you can use it to create more value for your customers and clients.
David JP Phillips is an international speaker, author, coach and a global authority on public speaking, communication and self-leadership. He has recently been awarded the number 8 in the world of Global Gurus in Communication. He is Best-known for his three TEDx-Talks, the first one being “How To Avoid Death By PowerPoint”, and “The Magical Science of Storytelling” - together accumulating over seven million views.
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When it comes to business, two things are always true: you can't be afraid to pivot and you have to be constantly growing and scaling. In this episode, Jess shared how she turned her side hustle into a multi-million dollar business by doing just that. If you're looking to take your business to the next level, then this is for you!
A former celebrity personal trainer and elementary school teacher, Jess turned her once “cute side hustle” into a multi-million dollar business in 2 years.
Since leaving her teaching job in 2017 she has hired a team of incredible heart-centred leaders, served hundreds of clients, helped create over 10 million dollars in revenue for those clients and is committed to helping 100 entrepreneurs create 7-figure impact-driven businesses (7 down, 93 to go!)
As a result of donation/awareness, she and her husband built a school in Ghana, Africa with Pencils of Promise.
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There are a lot of reasons why entrepreneurs should write a book.
Books can be used as lead magnets to attract more customers, they can act as a portfolio piece for potential clients, and they can help you position yourself as an expert in your field. But the best part is that writing a book is simple - you don't need to be an experienced writer or have gone to school for journalism. In this interview, you will learn how to get started and get some tips on how to write a book that will help you achieve your business goals.
Through her Business Strategy and Life Coaching Practice, Chana Mason works with clients and students around the world, guiding them to clarify a vision for their lives, unravel the thought patterns that hold them back, and giving them the tools and support to actualize their dreams.
Chana holds a BA in Theater and Engineering from Dartmouth College. After working for Bain & Co. management consulting in Sydney, she worked business development, technology, education, and graphic design. After mentoring others in the personal development for decades, she threw herself passionately into coaching and into sharing the tools for health and success she's gleaned and developed.
She is the author of Hold That Thought, which teaches readers how to gain Clarity, Peace, and Joy, by gaining Mastery over their Thinking, The Size of Your Dreams, a novel which teaches tools for Manifesting your Dreams; and The Cash Machine, a tale of Passion, Persistence, and Financial Independence.
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YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/ChanaMasonVitalityCoach/videos
Business is all about creating relationships. It is not about pushing a product or service on someone; it's about developing trust and understanding so that you can provide what the customer actually needs. In this interview, Charlie and I talked about the importance of relationships in business and how to create them.
Charlie Cina captivates his audiences and teaches them how to master the right mindset, missions, and moves to reach their personal potential to drive massive revenue. Through his writings, speaking, and consulting, he has built a vast group of followers known as Disciples of Sales. Charlie believes that the ability to present and persuade are necessary life skills that everyone needs to succeed. He will teach you that your primary responsibility in business is to expose your brand, expose your products, expose your services, and expose your solutions to build long-lasting revenue relationships.
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When times are tough, it's easy to lose hope. But the truth is, hope is one of the most powerful things we have. It can be incredibly strong and can help us get through even the most difficult challenges. Watch now for a dose of inspiration and encouragement! (Show excerpt from live event recording of The Summit of Hope Seminar) As CEO of Ziglar Inc., Tom Ziglar shares not only a last name with his father, Zig Ziglar, but he also carries on his philosophy, which is simply, You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough people get what they want.
Prior to being named CEO, Tom began his career in retail and direct sales. He joined the Zig Ziglar Corporation in 1987, learning every aspect of the business as he climbed from working in the warehouse, to sales, to seminar promotion, to sales management and then on to leadership.
What does it take to be a successful entrepreneur? What skills do you need, and what personality traits should you have?
Being an entrepreneur is not for the faint of heart. It takes guts, resilience and a lot of other qualities that are hard to come by in one person.
In this interview, Todd talked about his journey from being an employee to a serial entrepreneur. He talked about the skills you need, the challenges you may face, as well as some hints on how to find the right people for your business.
Todd Randall, the eight-time CEO and business coach from rural Florida, found that running a business can lead you to an early grave if you let it. He set out to build a business enterprise that worships freedom more than money, and somehow ended up with both. This is the story of how a man set a crazy goal for himself, to learn to play polo and travel the world indulging that passion, and then worked persistently until he achieved it. His businesses have included spas, gyms, operations consulting, business brokerage, construction and wholesale companies. His latest and proudest venture is a thriving business coaching practice where he enthusiastically shares his experience with budding entrepreneurs.
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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-randall-2aa24/
What's your dream business? How do you get there? Jess Feldman had a successful career on Wall Street and was living the life. Until one day, he realized what he really wanted to do. In this interview, Jess shares his story of how he made the leap from being an employee to becoming an entrepreneur.
Jess spent most of his life surrounded by art – his parents began collecting in the 1970s just as a core group of today’s established artists was emerging.
Jess initially chose a career in finance even as his interest in art remained ever-present. After 17 years on Wall Street, becoming a trusted advisor, understanding markets and his clients’ objectives, he left to follow his passion. In 2014, Jess joined his mom, Suzanne Feldman, to form SJFeldman Art Advisory, combining Suzanne's 30-plus years of art market expertise with Jess's art and investment acumen.
Website http://www.sjfeldmanartadvisory.com/
Do you know what Self-sabotage is? Self-sabotage is when we do things that undermine our success. It's a pattern of behavior that many people experience, and it can be difficult to break. It can be anything from procrastination to sabotaging relationships or even our happiness. In this interview, Mia talks about what she learnt over the years and shares some expert tips for overcoming self-sabotage.
Mia Hewett is the Founder and CEO of Aligned Intelligence®, the best-selling author of Meant For More: Stop Secretly Struggling and Be A Force To Be Reckoned With, and an expert on the topic of human potential. For 24 years Mia owned and operated a multi-million dollar company, but deep down, she knew she was “Meant for More.” Now Mia helps entrepreneurs from around the world who also know they are “Meant for More” stop struggling and make six and seven-figure leaps in their business using her Aligned Intelligence Method®.
What do you need to know about M&A in order to be successful?
In this episode, Kison Patel, Founder, and CEO of M&A Science discusses the dramatic changes he and his team want to happen in the world of M&A by aligning teams to work together around the same priorities for a successful deal.
Kison Patel is the Founder and CEO of M&A Science, with a passion to drive the M&A industry forward. He was an M&A advisor for ten years in which he sold larger companies such as commercial banks and hotel chains. In 2012, he noticed teams lacked efficient technology to manage deals and created DealRoom, an M&A lifecycle management platform. In 2016, he started the M&A Science podcast devoting his time to creating a platform where all the best practitioners could share their best practices and lessons learned from real-life deals. Kison then created The M&A Science Academy in 2020 to offer step-by-step training to those looking to master M&A featuring courses created by top-level practitioners. Through developing technology, educational content, and industry training, Kison aims to bring better practices to an industry with growing market pressures, transaction values, and competition.
Connect with Kison
Website http://mascience.com/
Instagram https://www.linkedin.com/in/kisonpatel/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kisonpatel
Twitter https://twitter.com/DealRoomInc
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kisonpatel/
Making the jump from employee to business owner can be daunting, but it's also incredibly rewarding. In this interview, we'll explore Tiffany Paul's story, who made the leap and found success. Learn from her journey and find out what you need to do to make the jump yourself!
Tiffany Paul is a former unfulfilled corporate employee spending 10 years with Procter & Gamble before leaving her 6-figure salary and taking the leap to full-time entrepreneur. She is the host of the Dream Life podcast, a platform that empowers listeners to chase down big dreams and redefine success for themselves. Tiffany currently resides in southern California with her husband of nine years and their two children, ages 3 and 4.
A lot of people will tell you what you shouldn't do. And many people will tell you what they think is the best course for your life. But if we all listened to that, there would be no one in this world doing anything because everyone's right and wrong at some point or another.
When starting a business, it's natural to feel the pressure of what others say. But to achieve success, you have to tune out the noise and stay true to your vision.
Known as 'The Girl Who Made Elon Musk Cry', Niyc Pidgeon is a leader with a high-level network of clients and business friends, Niyc supports coaches to grow 6 & 7- figure Coaching Businesses Online and her clients have generated over $22 million dollars in the last five years.
In a world where everything is constantly changing, the one thing that remains constant is the need for authenticity. To create sustainable and fair exchange in business, we must first understand the value of authenticity. When we give and receive from a place of authenticity, we create something truly valuable. Let's talk about what authenticity means in the business world and how to create sustainable, fair exchange relationships with your customers, employees, and partners.
Dr. John Demartini is considered one of the world's leading human behavior and leadership development authorities. He is the founder of the global education organization the Demartini Institute, which has over 72 courses on self-development, life mastery and leadership in its extensive curriculum.
Are you looking to make a difference in the world?
There are many ways to impact, but one of the most important is eliminating inefficiency. In this interview, we explore how one step can create significant change. Join us as we discuss ways to make a difference and be a changemaker!
Jared Yellin is the founder of Project 10K. He's a non-technical tech founder who found a way to scale his original tech company with ZERO dollars invested to over 40,000 paying users from around the world declared a moonshot in April of 2020. "I will build, scale, and sell 10,000 tech companies in 10 years." This moonshot has been heard far and wide as some of the most influential people in the tech industry are yearning to play a role. Project 10K will democratize the tech industry by creating an even playing field for all.
How do you keep the hustle alive when things seem to be going wrong, and you feel like giving up?
In this interview, we talk about keeping the hustle alive in tough times. Burnout is a common issue for entrepreneurs, but it doesn't have to be that way. You can learn how to manage your time and energy to stay productive and focused even when things are tough. Watch this video for some great tips on how to remain resilient, find your inner strength, and get back in the game.
Megan Huber is a Business Growth Strategist, empowering 6-figure established entrepreneurs to become 7-figure leaders and CEOs in a way that enhances their quality of life.
As the former Director for an international coaching and online training company where she helped launch, develop, and run multi-million dollar coaching programs, Megna's business methodology incorporates timeless 7-figure strategic business growth principles combined with a relationship-based approach built on the stable foundation of trust, authenticity, and integrity.
In a sea of coaches and online mentors who teach theory, Megan is highly focused on action, experience, implementation, and sustainable results. She's well-known for teaching from a place of living and being what she teaches.
In life, we all go through tough times. But it's how we react to those tough times that determines our success. So if you are looking for some inspiration, this interview is for you. Let's talk about how you can turn a crisis into an opportunity and why having a positive mentor in your life is crucial.
A real estate and CRE technology investor, Jon Schultz has combined his passions for both real estate and technology. He is Co-Founder, and Managing Principal of Onyx Equities, LLC., with partner John Saraceno, Jr. Onyx has become one of the most diversified and active real estate investment, management, development, and property service organizations in the New York metro market. Jon leads investor capital-raising initiatives for the Onyx Phalanx Funds and strategic planning, real estate technology development, and overall investment strategy.
As a serial blogger and authentic public speaker, Jon has helped foster a new culture of tech-savviness and awareness in commercial real estate. Sharing his thoughts and experiences in everything from mentorship to real estate technologies, Jon's weekly blogs and often outspoken social media feed, have landed him on numerous "Top Influencer" lists in both the real estate and CRE tech spaces.
How do you take an idea and turn it into a business?
In this interview, Georgie Dorfman, founder of the All My Love brand, talked about her steps to get her business off the ground. These tips will help you validate your idea, create a plan, and find the right people to help make your dream a reality.
Georgie is from Los Angeles but graduated in 2020 from the University of Wisconsin-Madison during the pandemic with a major in Retail & Consumer Behavior and two minors in Textile & Fashion Design and Business. She then worked in fashion for six months before working on her brand. She had worked for five years in the fashion industry at that point throughout her school years and summers in Los Angeles, Wisconsin, New York, and London. She had always known what she wanted to do, and starting All My Love a few months ago has been a dream come true. All My Love is a small business growing slowly. Throughout all her school and work experience, nothing has taught her more than actually starting her own company.
In the world of cryptocurrency, there's a new kind of token taking the scene by storm and is becoming some of the most sought-after in the world— Nonfungible Token (NFT). Why? Because they represent ownership of something special – digital assets that can represent real-world items.
If you want to learn more about this exciting new trend, or if you're thinking about investing in NFTs, then this interview is for you.
Gordon Bufton is a creator, humanitarian, and serial entrepreneur. He is the founder of Genius Creators, a conglomerate of companies connecting and empowering Genius Creators building the future. In addition, he is an award-winning speaker who has spoken worldwide in more than 120 venues. Bufton specializes in helping people connect to what is essential in their lives and business.
What are the ethics of business? What is an ethical line? As our world becomes more and more technological, the line between ethical and unethical in business practices becomes blurrier. In this interview, we explore social media and technology ethics and ask whether it is ever okay to cross the line?
Dr. Susan Liautaud is a leading international expert in ethics. She is the author of The Power of Ethics. Dr. Liautaud is the founder of The Ethics Incubator and Susan Liautaud & Associates Limited, a consultancy advising corporate, governmental, and non-profit leaders on ethics matters. Susan teaches cutting-edge ethics courses at Stanford University. She serves as Chair of Council of the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and as Vice Chair-elect of the Global Partnership for Education (GPE).
She has been appointed to the UK Cabinet Office’s Advisory Committee on Business Appointments (ACoBA), to the Stanford HAI (Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence), and to the SAP’s AI Ethics Advisory Panel. Susan also serves on a number of other boards, including Pasteur Institute and others.
How do you build a brand that people trust? Henry Kaminski Jr. discusses the importance of asking better questions— not just about design but also about what you want your customers to feel when they interact with your product or service. This interview is for anyone developing a brand to stand out in the marketplace.
Henry Kaminski Jr. is the founder of Unique Designz, a full-service design, branding, and digital marketing agency. He has worked with celebrities like Jon Bon Jovi and Fabio Viviani and Internet marketing experts. Henry is the host of the popular "Brand Doctor's Podcast."
What is your vision for the future? Do you know where to begin? What if I told you it's not about where you are right now, but about where you want to be?
Listen to this interview with Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco, performance coach, author, dynamic public speaker, visionary and thought leader, who believes that with enough encouragement from those around, you can achieve anything!
Mike has been featured by Yahoo! Finance as one of the Top Business Leaders to Follow in 2020 and is on a mission to build people.
You might have experienced failures in the past, or maybe you've been told several times that "you can't." The truth is, all entrepreneurs face challenges when starting their businesses.
In this interview, Jay Samit shares how to keep going despite setbacks and some of the most significant business ideas that have grown from adversity.
Jay Samit is the former Independent Vice Chairman of Deloitte, a bestselling author and is recognized as one of the world's leading experts on disruption and innovation.
So you want to get into Real Estate Investing but don't know where to start? Well, this episode is for you!
Learn the secrets from Mark Podolsky (AKA The Land Geek), the country's most trusted and foremost authority on buying and selling raw, undeveloped land. Understand how land is being treated as a commodity and what it means for you, find out where opportunities exist, and more.
For almost two decades, Mark has been actively investing in real estate and raw land, and has completed over 5,000 unique transactions.
Get Mark's free resource - www.thelandgeek.com/quickdeals
Sleep is essential, but how do you know if you're getting enough? Does it seem like your energy levels are just too low no matter how much sleep you get or what you do during the day? If so, then this video is for you!
Dr. Michael Breus, a global expert on sleep and productivity, talked about how knowing your chronotype can enhance the quality of life for entrepreneurs.
Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and both a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He is one of only 168 psychologists in the world to have passed the Sleep Medical Speciality board without going to Medical School. Dr. Breus was recently named the Top Sleep Specialist in California by Reader's Digest, and one of the 10 most influential people in sleep. Dr. Breus is on the clinical advisory board of The Dr. Oz Show.
Get Dr. Breus' book:
Energize!: Go From Dragging Your Ass To Kicking Ass In 30 Days
What does it take to survive a crisis? Life is full of ups and downs, but how do you react when the bottom falls out? I’m talking about a diagnosis. I’m talking about injury. I’m talking about loss.
In this interview, Josh Komen, a former athlete and a cancer survivor, shares his personal story of overcoming the odds to become an inspiration for everyone who has ever felt hopeless or lost in their own life. You will learn about pain, gratitude, and realization.
In 2011, Josh was the number one 800m runner in New Zealand. Then the tables turned when he was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia not once but twice. Over ten years, he would receive life-saving radiation and chemotherapy treatment, undergo Allogenic Stem Cell Transplant, Graft vs host disease, ten days on life support, and trigeminal neuralgia, which is the worst pain known to man, heart attacks and severe depression.
Get Josh Komen's book, The Wind at My Back - https://joshkomen.com/
Do you feel you're doing everything correctly, but the money isn't coming in? There are several possible explanations for this.
In this interview, Julie Foucht, a certified coach, business expert, and entrepreneur, discussed the factors that can keep us stuck in a cycle of lack and offered advice on breaking free!
Julie teaches female coaches, teachers and healers who are frustrated with traditional marketing to build 6-figure businesses through the Art of Feminine Marketing.
What is franchising? How do I choose a franchise? What are the trends in franchising right now? If you are thinking about franchising as a business model or looking to buy a franchise, then this is the show for you!
In this episode, Kim Daly, one of America's Top Franchise Consultant, shares her experience with franchises and provides some great advice for those interested in exploring the opportunity.
As America's top franchise consultant, Kim Daly ("The Daly Coach") has inspired thousands of people to realize and follow their dreams of business ownership over the past two decades. Kim coaches her candidates to take control of their future and finances by strategically investing in a franchise brand that aligns with their unique goals. She commonly works with entrepreneurs, veterans, investors, and those in career transition. An avid marketer, Kim's growing YouTube channel features franchising advice, FAQs, mistakes to avoid, and enlightening interviews with powerful business leaders. Please subscribe for new franchising content shared multiple times a week at http://kimdaly.tv
What if we could change lives? What if we could be the difference? In this interview, Mike shares his story in guiding and mentoring his class on their journey to becoming successful business owners.
Watch this video for some inspiration that will help you find your why and be the difference in someone else's life.
Mike Walker has been an educator at New Way Academy in Phoenix, AZ for the past 17 years. He has served as a teacher, coach, mentor and principal for his students and loves what he does. Mike started a High School Business and Entrepreneurship program at the school in 2018, and his latest class has successfully launched a business, B The Difference. This young company was created to bring positivity into daily interactions based on the reminders on their shirts, hoodies and hats. Mike is guiding and mentoring this class (and co-workers) as they navigate the journey of entrepreneurship.
WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
https://www.facebook.com/bthedifferenceaz
https://www.instagram.com/bthedifferenceaz/
https://www.bthedifference.me/
Celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Bill Dorfman has practiced for over 30 years in the Beverly Hills area and is known as the 'America's Dentist.' He has transformed the smiles of celebrities such as Katy Perry, Usher, Anthony Hopkins, Hugh Jackman, Jessica Simpson, Mark Wahlberg and Eva Longoria, among many others.
In this interview, Dr. Dorfman shares life lessons that have guided him to pursue success and happiness. In addition, Dorfman discusses how believing in yourself can change your life, how to recognize and capitalize on opportunities, and the value of giving back.
Dr. Bill is the founder of the non-profit LEAP Foundation. LEAP is a week-long motivational/leadership program taught at UCLA every summer to more than 400 students between 15-25+.
More than just a dentist, Dr. Bill Dorfman is an author, entrepreneur, philanthropist, TV personality, health and fitness enthusiast, proud father of 3 daughters, and much more!
Have you ever wondered how some people can withstand intense pressure and still maintain their composure?
Captain Plumb survived nearly six years of torture as a POW after being shot down over Hanoi five days before his deployment was to end. In this interview, he shares how self-discipline, self-control, and the ability to forgive were integral parts of his survival and future success. Plumb believes that everyone has the choice whether they succeed, fail or become a victim of circumstances, no matter where they might be.
Captain Charlie Plumb is one of the most sought-after achievement speakers of his time. His insights on how to cope with the difficulties and the opportunities in life have a positive impact on those who hear his message, those who read his books, and those who come to know him as a friend. Since his return home, more than 5,000 audiences in nearly every industry have been spellbound as fighter pilot keynote speaker Captain Charlie Plumb shares his story and the lessons he learned from it.
People do business with people they know and like. To gain prospects' and clients' trust, we must first understand how our actions affect their perceptions of us as individuals and service providers (problem solvers).
Ari Galper discusses his sales strategy, encouraging business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals to be honest when selling and the importance of building strong client relationships.
If you want to improve your sales cycle performance, this is the interview for you.
Ari Galper is the World's #1 Authority on Trust-Based Selling and is the creator of Unlock the Game®, a completely new revolutionary sales approach that upends the way we think about selling today.
Mark Divine, a Navy Seal Commander, explains how he overcame a plane crash and trauma from his military service to build a successful business. In addition, he shares lessons on post-traumatic growth, burnout prevention, and survivor guilt.
Mark Divine is an entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author, philanthropist, and one of the world’s top leadership and coaching experts. Divine believes that any individual, team, or company can unlock 20X performance with the right tools and training. His company, Unbeatable Mind, helps millions of people achieve their full potential in life and business through their free training resources and advanced training programs for leaders, corporate teams, coaching professionals, and high-achieving individuals.
It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day operations of a new business. But what are some of the factors that contribute to business growth?
Discover how a small company grew into a global software company by focusing on one big idea: making accounting simple.
What is the secret? "We've always focused on one big problem," Mike McDerment says.
Mike is the Executive Chair and Co-Founder of FreshBooks, the leading cloud accounting software designed specifically for freelancers and growing service-based business owners. Mike spent 3.5 years growing FreshBooks from his parent's basement after becoming frustrated after accidentally saving over an invoice. As a result, over 24 million people have used the service since its inception in 2003.
In this interview, Nelson Tessler shares his origin story and how he overcame devastating obstacles to shift his mindset and inspire others to strive for success.
It can be shattering having negative self-talk. It can also be difficult not knowing how to move forward or where to go next. The truth is that there are so many more possibilities than we realize.
Nelson L. Tressler is the Founder and CEO of IGOTSMARTER, a goal-achievement program created to help people succeed in every aspect of life.
There are many misconceptions regarding how to give a good presentation. AlexAnndra Ontra outlines three effective presentation tactics and how crucial these components are to getting your message out and compelling people to take action.
AlexAnndra is changing the way the enterprise world thinks about its most undervalued asset — the presentation. As President and co-founder of Shufflrr, AlexAnndra is blazing a trail in the new discipline of presentation management. The technology she’s created is already powering the presentation strategies of companies like Starbucks, Royal Caribbean, and NASA, helping them save millions by transforming humble PowerPoint slides into invaluable PR assets.
When you are a start-up, how do you lay a solid foundation for your business?
Consider how you feel when you're starting something new and exciting, but there's much uncertainty involved. If that describes you, then this is the show for you.
In today's interview, Susan talks to Alicia Butler Pierre about how a well-built infrastructure is essential for growing a successful business. Alicia Butler Pierre is the CEO of Equilibria, Inc., a 16-year-old operations management firm. She specializes in increasing bandwidth for fast-growing organizations via business infrastructure.
What are the most prevalent personality traits that lead to business failure? Susan discusses confirmation bias, behaviour modification, and core competencies with Robert Cappuccio in this amazing episode.
Robert Cappuccio is a well-known motivational speaker, author, and behaviour change coach. He was born with a severe facial deformity and was diagnosed with Tourette's syndrome when he was nine years old. Robert redirected his focus after experiencing a massive life shift and discovering his miracle, to affect positive change in the lives of others through his coaching. This show will inspire you.
Emily Hirsh, founder and CEO of Hirsh Marketing, discusses how to create and maintain a brand and reputation.
Emily and Susan talk about what it takes to be an entrepreneur in today's changing world, including being transparent with customers, solving problems for and with them, building a team, and balancing work and personal life.
For years Matthew Ferry has been the success coach to royalty, billionaires, and high octane entrepreneurs. He has helped them navigate self-sabotage in order to live in a place of greater joy and fulfillment. He was also Susan's personal coach for five years and she credits him with helping her step into a new level of achievement.
In this episode, you will learn how to torch negative self-talk, find greater fulfillment, and deal with your own drunk monkey.
The bottom line is this - if you want to be inspired, learn how to gracefully deal with critics, and become motivated to take action, you need to meet Luke.
In this episode, Susan interviews this young phenom who is building a significant business and YouTube following in a space that is void of his peers. Susan declares that this is one of the most inspiring episodes of the year.
Just as the world entered lockdown, Tiffanee Cook was operating two health clubs. Suddenly faced with having to close her businesses, Tiffanee was left to ponder what to do with her life. Out of her newfound circumstances, she created one of the hottest podcasts in the world and started receiving paid sponsors in month number two.
In this episode, you will learn resilience, how to adapt to your circumstances, and what it takes to literally roll with the punches.
Meet Jorge Purgly. Jorge went on vacation to a new country where he barely spoke the language and decided that he somehow wanted to stay. His first job was as an assistant janitor where he mopped floors and cleaned toilets. Jorge held onto his dream of becoming an entrepreneur and after almost a decade of learning how to be world-class at what most would consider trivial, he founded several successful ventures. This episode will inspire you to be the best at where you are, have the courage to pursue your dreams, and ultimately learn to see the joy even in sorrow.
The most successful businesses are ones that people love, and who doesn't have a hobby? Join me this week as I interview Diana Frerick about how she was able to turn her pastime into an iconic multi-million dollar business years ago. She also shares what technology would have made it easier for today's entrepreneurs like herself back then.
You might think your business is too small to use NDA's (non-disclosure agreements) however this episode will expand your mind in terms of why you should be using NDA's in your everyday business.
In this episode, Susan shares why you need to use NDA's, basic facts about NDA's, and shares a story about someone who didn't heed Susan's advice and had an employee steal her database.
Raw and Real Entrepreneurship is about tackling the basic realities of business so you can go out there and create something incredible.
(Audio version from The Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Show (Released July 7, 2021 - Youtube))
We all get stuck in business and when that happens it is easy to feel apathy. We got into business to create results, make a difference, and be our own boss. Our businesses demand that we show up as our best selves. In this episode, entrepreneur, trainer, investor, and best-selling author, Susan Sly, shares her tips for getting yourself out of an entrepreneurial rut.
(Audio version from The Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Show (Released June 30, 2021 - Youtube))
What is it you want in your business? Are you generating enough sales, funding, and new clients? Many people quit because fear of asking is keeping them from achieving their goals.
Join Susan to learn the secrets to becoming a master asker.
(Audio version of The Raw and Real Entrepreneurship Show (Released June 16, 2021 - Youtube))
Catherine Gray is a film producer, TedX speaker, podcast host, and founder of She Angels which seeks to help women founders get their businesses funded. In a world where only 2.5 percent of women-led pitches get funded, Catherine is using her platform to change that. In this episode, you will meet a woman who is on a mission to change the world. As we celebrate Pride Month, you will also learn how Catherine shifted the optics on issues like same-sex marriage.
In this raw and real entrepreneurship episode, Susan interviews Christopher Salem - executive coach, keynote speaker, and corporate trainer. Today, Christopher is an award-winning author and has worked on projects with NY Times best-selling author, Jack Canfield however all of his success comes on the heels of a 12-year battle with drug and alcohol addiction.
In this episode, Susan and Christopher discuss why entrepreneurs self-sabotage and what they can do to shift their behaviors.
In this 'how they did it' episode, you will meet Blake York. Blake was a full-time nurse, doing his master's degree, and became a single dad. Operating on 2-3 hours of sleep at a time, Blake managed to lay the foundation for his dream business. Today, he is the owner of a successful medspa and living the life he architechted in the most challenging of times.
In this episode, you will get the raw and real tips on how to transition from a full-time job to becoming a full-time entrepreneur and definitely leave inspired.
Paul Spiers founded the New P&L Institute which is dedicated to amplifying entrepreneurial results. After achieving success, and losing a business and then having another business implode, Paul decided that there had to be something he was missing. After some serious introspection, he made a series of life-changing decisions that have led him to experience more joy, fulfilment, and results than ever before. In this episode, Susan and Paul discuss the entrepreneurial reality check, how to torch excuses, and dive into why entrepreneurs fail.
A significant number of customers will look at the social media profile of a business before making a purchase decision. Is your social media on point? Are you converting? Is it easy for your potential customers to find you?
In this episode, social media expert, Avery Sly, shares the 5 biggest mistakes business owners make on social and what to do about them.
Growing up in rural Arizona in a trailer park, Krisstina Wise knew that she wanted more. Deciding that her surroundings were not going to dictate her destiny. Through a series of decisions, and almost losing her life, Krisstina went onto become one of the top 100 most influential real estate leaders in the country, amassing a significant amount of income, be recognized by Apple, Evernote, and featured in USA Today, all while dedicating her time to teaching others how to master money.
Jen Du Plessis is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, and worked her way to becoming one of the top producers in her field before leaving to devote her life to helping people master their priorities and master their lives. She has appeared on Good Morning America, Sirius XM, Voice America, and been featured in The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post. In this episode you will learn the secret to getting more done in less time, stop struggling, and get greater results.
Sam Crowley is the OG of podcasting with over 20 million downloads. He is the king of simplicity and in this episode you will learn how to start your podcast right now and get your message to the world. No studio? No worries! Sam teaches you how to podcast from your car.
Sam has worked with Tony Robbins, Les Brown, and many others to help them get their messages out. His show is called Everyday a Saturday and yes, he records it from his car.
Sammy De La O was the ultimate NYC and Hollywood success story working with celebrities such as Amaury Nolasco and Allen Maldonado, and working with talented artists such as Tracy Morgan, Tiffany Haddish, Zoe Kravitz, Forest Whitaker, and Yara Shahidi.
During COVID, Sammy asked herself if she could have it all - could she still work in Hollywood but not be in Hollywood? She packed her bags for Bali even though she had never been there.
In this episode, you will learn from the FEARLESS author how to have the courage to do just about anything and literally create life on your own terms.
You have a job that you either mildly like or can't stand and want to leave your salary and benefits to go full-time as an entrepreneur however you are terrified. How do you get the courage to leave that security and go out and live your dreams?
In this episode, Susan interviews Jordan Mendoza, host of the Blaze Your Own Trail podcast, entrepreneur, and father of five. Jordan gives his advice for pursuing your dreams and taking your part-time venture into a full-time reality.
Rick Jordan is one of the top cyber security experts on the planet and he is on a mission to protect us all from the bad guys lurking out there on the dark web waiting to pray on innocent victims. Rick has appeared on ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, the CW, and spoken for many Fortune 100 companies.
In this episode, Susan and Rick talk about the common sense things people can do to protect themselves and why they should take action now.
Eli Marcus has worked with huge celebrities such Michael Jackson and NY Times best selling authors and highly successful speakers like Les Brown, Mark Victor Hansen, and Iyanla Vanzant. From immersion in the world of entertainment to motivational speaking, Marcus has learned from the best and used these techniques to transform his own life the lives of his clients. If you want to be successful, you have to motivate yourself and in this episode, you will learn how to do it even on the days when you don't feel like it.
David Horsager is considered the global leader in trust. He consults to Fortune 100 companies as well as governments on how they can use trust to create more profit and productivity. Regardless of the type of business you are in, trust is a tool to create better connections, close more sales, build better brands, and ultimately grow your business.
Colleen Biggs spent years in Corporate America questioning whether or not there was more to her life than the gruelling days and weekends of work. After leaving, she decided to spend her career coaching leaders to success.
In this episode you will get simple tips on how to coach yourself and show up daily as the best version of you.
Meet Lorraine Dallmeier - a woman on a mission to help thousands of people all over the world start their own natural beauty businesses online. Lorraine is the award-winning CEO of Formula Botanica - an online cosmetic formulation which has trained over 10,000 organic cosmetic formulators and indie beauty entrepreneurs in 160 countries. If you are looking for fresh ideas or even have a passion for the beauty industry and thinking of starting a side hustle, this is the episode for you.
Jesse Todisco bottomed out selling and using drugs before enlisting in the Navy. After his baby daughter died in his arms, he knew that he had to turn his pain into purpose. Today, Jesse is a successful entrepreneur, host of the Jesse Tee Show, and founder of 46 & 2 Wealth Partners, a firm that teaches people how to find 'holistic' wealth.
This is the show for you if you have gone through tragedy, are looking for the energy and discipline to move forward, or simply searching inspiration. Jesse brings all of this and more in this powerful interview.
Chris Decker is a bonafide genius. In college, he entered 'hack-a-thons' where his coding skills often led him to victory. Attracting the attention of a new startup, he was offered to come help with the only compensation being pizza and Redbull. He jumped at the opportunity.
That startup became wildly successful and Chris found himself consumed with the wrong things. After a series of events led him literally getting saved, he went on to found two other successful tech startups, compete a 1/2 Ironman, and start his own podcast where is mission is to help liberate others from their addictions.
This show will inspire you to take a good, hard look in the mirror and ask yourself if you are working hard for the right reasons.
William Moore was burned out for over two years as he fought to get his company acquired. He knew that there had to be a better way. Slowly and surely, he began to make some life changes and lead a more balanced life. After he, and his 3 co-founders, sold their company for $325 million, William decided to dedicate his life to helping others find more joy. In this interview, you will hear how this once depressed college student became a successful startup founder and eventually man on a mission to help others.
Brandon Steiner is a best selling author, entrepreneur, and a true comeback story. At age 11, Steiner's family was on food stamps. He decided to go out and hustle to support his single mom and his siblings. That work ethic hasn't shifted in the last 50 years as Steiner has made a name for himself in business. In this episode, you will be inspired by Steiner's grit and tenacity. You will also learn how to level up even when you don't feel like it.
Tim Shurr has conducted thousands of hypnotherapy sessions, is an expert at coaching CEO's and founders on mindset, and has a passion for helping people grow their belief. In this episode, Tim shares why people struggle with belief and what they can to do improve.
John Lee Dumas, or JLD, served in the military, dabbled in law school, and then made the bold decision to become the world's foremost expert on the habits of entrepreneurs. He has interviewed over 3,000 of the top business minds on the planet including Tony Robbins, Elon Musk, and more. In this episode, you will learn what it takes to succeed and what qualities are required to crush it in entrepreneurship.
Rebecca Zung was voted as the number one attorney in America. She has appeared on ABC News, CBS, and many more. Zung's genius is helping her clients negotiate with the most challenging of individuals - narcissists. If you are going through a relationship crisis, entangled in a tough business situation, or simply require more tools for your success toolbox, this episode will help you learn how to negotiate your way to the top.
Get married in The Vatican? Throw a dinner party at the feet of Michael Angelo's David? Nothing is impossible for Steve Sims who spent 30 years making the dreams of billionaires come true. Sims started his career as a nightclub bouncer and discovered he had a very specific skill set that quickly made him extremely appealing to the wealthy. In this episode you will discover how Sims turned a personality trait, one that we can all easily access, into a lucrative career with a client list that included Elon Musk, Tim Cook, Sir. Elton John, and more.
Meet Rob Moore - host of the Disruptive Entrepreneur and a disruptor himself. As a pub employee in his family business Rob dreamed of doing more. A startling incident shook his world and in five years he went from broke to multi-millionaire. This episode will inspire you to be more and do more with your life.
Shaddai Garzon started her online cosmetics company at age 11. Her life philosophy is that yes - you will have detractors however you have to keep on going and think about the outcome. This fearless young woman is on a mission to grow her business and eventually attend MIT. You will love how inspiring Shaddai is.
Danny Hawman, and his family have endured cancer, losing their home in a natural disaster, and many other life events that would have crushed anyone's spirits. Danny, however, has used the power of gratitude to not only survive these challenges but to thrive through them.
As an entrepreneur, team leader, and author, Danny shares his strategies on how to thrive through the tough times.
Lori Harder is a fitness influencer, best-selling author, and now founder of Lite Pink - a startup in the beverage space. What many people do not know is that 14 years ago, Lori was over $300k in debt. In this interview Lori shares the grit, mindset, and habits that helped her build 3 X 7 figure businesses.
Mae Karwowski has been connecting influencers to brands for a decade and she knows what it takes to become a true influencer. One of the most interesting things about this interview is discovering that influencer demand and culture is ripe for those in the 50 plus sector!
Regardless of your age and your business, this is a must-listen to episode to learn the applicable strategies to grow your brand.
After being diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome and hypothyroid, Emily Hochman decided enough was enough. She had gone from diet to diet and made the bold decision to heal her body using proven techniques. This led to an obsession about an idea that she knew needed to turn into a business. Wellory, a VC backed, NY based company was born.
Today, Wellory has a base of 600 nutritionists and dieticians who work with clients creating custom nutrition plans. Emily has been featured in Forbes, Medium, and more.
What you will get from this interview is the courage to take an idea to inception, how to structure your day, and most importantly the inspiration to grow and scale your business.
Andrea Lake is one of the O.G. online marketers, founding her first online t-shirt company in the late nineties. Today she is sought out by top business schools such as Harvard to help people understand what it takes to be successful as an entrepreneur.
In this episode, Susan interviews Deb Erickson, a field leader turned ambassador for women all over the world. Deb has built a successful training company dedicated to helping women overcome the limiting beliefs that hold them back.
In life and business, we will never get what we want if we do not ask. In this episode, Mark Victor Hansen, coauthor of Chicken Soup for the Soul which has sold 500 million copies, and his wife Crystal, share the 7 blocks to asking and give insight on how we can overcome them.
This is a powerful episode for anyone wanting to break free from the feeling that they are stuck and take their results to a new level.
Meet DeBlair Tate, a First Sargent Instructor in the US Air Force, fitness coach, and founder of 8Figured - a clothing brand which inspires people to accept who they are. In this episode, DeBlair shares her biggest life lessons and how she manages her time. You will absolutely be inspired by her level of focus. DeBlair is proof positive that we can build a side hustle while maintaining a full-time career.
Avery Sly, (drivewithaves on Tik Tok) joins Susan to give her tips for growing a Tik Tok presence as a beginner to the platform. Avery has successfully built a following of over 400k in just over a year on Tik Tok and currently manages several pages for clients.
Joe Soto is the founder of Inbound Marketing, a premier agency dedicated to helping authors, speakers, and business owners crush their funnels. His current LinkedIn show is getting thousands of LIVE views and in this episode, he shares the tips for how to get your own LinkedIn Lives generating brand presence.
With so many people working from home and searching for ideas to generate extra revenue online, Susan interviews The Queen of Online Marketing Ideas, Diana Frerick.
In this episode, you will learn several ideas for making some extra money.
To be successful in business, you must have resilience. It is easier said than done, especially on the tough days. In this episode, Susan interviews the cofounder of the multi-billion dollar nutritional company, Isagenix, Kathy Coover. Kathy provides her best tips for helping you become resilient.
Are you dreaming of a side hustle? Are you ready to fire your boss? Perhaps you have been thinking of adding another business to your portfolio. In this episode, Susan interviews entrepreneur extraordinaire and top 5 podcaster, Sean Castrina. Sean shares his no-nonsense tips on how you can turn your skills into something that pays your bills.
In this episode, Susan and Geared Social Founder, Kieran O'Brien talk about 5 free hacks that you can use to grow your followers on Instagram and TikTok.
With so many parents working from home, stress levels for families are on the rise. In business, and life, we can often become so focused on work that our children take a backseat. The pandemic has brought many families home more but that doesn’t mean that there is less stress. The opposite is true, many children are not getting enough exercise, getting the social interaction they need, and not eating properly. In this episode, Susan interviews Dr. Sue McCreadie, MD and board certified pediatrician on her tips for helping working parents navigate the stress of the ‘new normal'.
Do you procrastinate on looking for new customers and clients because you have a fear of rejection? In this episode, Susan interviews the founder of Rankmakers, Ray Higdon. Ray has been training legions of direct sales professionals for years. He has shared the stage with Gary Vee, Tony Robbins, and more. Susan and Ray discuss daily action, getting your head on straight, how to have posture, and shifting how you think about sales.
This is part 2 of our amazing interview with Jeremy Ryan Slate. Podcasting is an inexpensive way to get your message to the world. In this episode, Susan interviews podcast brand expert, Jeremy Ryan Slate on how to start your podcast, creating your content schedule, and getting your message to the world.
Be sure to catch part 1 of this amazing interview at episode 180.
Podcasting is an inexpensive way to get your message to the world. In this episode, Susan interviews podcast brand expert, Jeremy Ryan Slate on how to start your podcast, creating your content schedule, and getting your message to the world.
Be sure to listen to the second half of Jeremy's interview in episode 181.
Have you been thinking about writing a book? Are you looking for the tactics on how to go from idea to becoming a number one best-seller in less than 90 days? In this episode, Susan interviews best-selling author Jessica Leichtweisz. Jessica shares the step-by-step of how to take your idea, turn it into a book, leverage other people's talents, and take it to number one without spending any money.
Zig Ziglar once said, ‘the only way to get what you want is to help enough people get what they want.’ Helping people means overcoming our own fears and truly stepping into our power. In this episode, Tom Ziglar, Zig Ziglar’s son and the CEO of the Ziglar educational empire shares his tips for overcoming fear and setting yourself up for success.
In this episode, Susan interviews Jeffrey from JR Garage. JR Garage has over 1.3 million followers on YouTube and Jeffrey has also done over 200,000 transactions on EBay. Jeffrey was a millionaire at age 16 and now, at 21, he has a message for everyone - you can start a business with next to nothing and in this episode, he teaches you how.
Dave Asprey has successfully gone from a 300 pound, exhausted tech executive to the founder of the cutting-edge Bulletproof brand. Asprey is has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, The NY Times, and more. The author of three NY Times best sellers has a message for you - you can upgrade your life. In this episode, Susan and Dave talk biohacking, better sleep, what Dave’s day looks like, and the future of the world with AI.
JJ Birden played in the NFL for 9 years despite being the smallest player in the league. In this episode, the best-selling author, keynote speaker, and dad of 8, shares how he stays motivated at 55 years old. Think 6 a.m. workouts in 95 degrees! You will leave inspired and full of ideas to find your motivation.
In this episode, Dr. Paul Anderson, MD, shares how our brains might be holding us back from achieving our greatness. We are living in a world where the most commonsense, practical things to do to support our emotional health are suddenly on the back burner and because of this, our brains simply can’t function in a way that is conducive to helping us move forward.
In this episode, Susan interviews the author of “It’s Okay to Be Different,” Jacynth Ivey, on how to discover your brilliance even if you have experienced trauma, pivoting your career, finding your passion, and how to deal with bias in the workplace.
Millions of small businesses closed because of COVID and many never returned. In this episode, Susan interviews Aimee Lynn who helps helm the number one yoga studio in Phoenix. Aimee shares her insight on navigating tough decisions, pivoting quickly, and the power of communication. Anyone with a small business will benefit from this show.
How to be resilient, innovate, and thrive under pressure - interview with the OG of the sports memorabilia business, Brandon Steiner.
We often see the glory but do not know the story. Anyone who has ever achieved anything significant did so after days, weeks, months, and even years of everyday excellence that went unnoticed.
When we are in fear, it is easy to stop taking action on our goals. Achievers will always find a way regardless of their circumstances. For the past two months, Susan has been doing weekly coaching to help small business owners navigate challenging times. We have focused on sales, marketing, business structure, and how to pivot.
Listen to our latest call for no-nonsense advice on how to move your business forward.
(Recorded June 5 with a live audience)
We are working longer and harder and not necessarily smarter. There is a massive difference between being busy and being productive. In this episode, Susan shares tips for navigating the blurred lines between work and life so you can reclaim your power.
Join Susan as she welcomes 'Susan Sly personality', guest coach, Social Media Expert, Kieran O'Brien to the call.
Kieran O’Brien is a 20-year-old entrepreneur, digital marketer, and social media expert. Kieran is the founder of automotive marketing company and has been helping automotive businesses build their brands and increase revenue through social media and digital advertising for over four years. Surprise guests Avery Sly (Social Media Development Expert) and Casey Adams (Rise of the Young Podcast) stop by!
(Recorded with a live audience May 29, 2020)
Join Susan as she welcomes guest coach, stress expert and author, Matt Rush to the Live Coaching call. For years, Matt Rush has entertained, lectured and lead groups through thousands of leadership workshops and keynote addresses. He is passionate about inspiring people from all walks of life to do more, be more and have more than they ever thought possible. (Recorded with a live audience on May 22, 2020)
Are you going to handle your stress or is your stress going to handle you? Stress expert and author of Stress Free You, Matt Rush, is Susan’s guest in this show. Find out the best ways to deal with your stress in life and business and make the powerful changes that will help you design a stress-free life.
When we face challenges, it is easy to give up on our dreams. What achievers do is choose to see their challenges differently; they choose to allow their challenges to change them for the better.
In this episode, Susan shares 5 ways to see your challenges differently so you can come out more empowered, fulfilled, and clear.
Susan shares the 3 key things you need to know to develop the courage to get the things done that will move you forward toward your goals.
Meet Amber Johnson, powerhouse entrepreneur. In this episode, Susan interviews Amber on the mindset required to launch a business during a crisis. You will be inspired by this incredible woman.
During these difficult times, small business owners are experiencing significant challenges. In a desire to contribute and serve, Susan offers FREE business coaching in sales, marketing, and mindset. These sessions are informative, uplifting, and will leave you energized and focused.
(Recorded with a live audience on May 1, 2020)
Does Full Out Massive Action (FOMA) Put You In a State of Fear? On Today's BPM., Susan will walk you through how to overcome your fears around going for your goals.
(recorded live: April 27,2020)
Do You Have a Side Hustle? Are you thinking of starting one? I have been speaking, training, and writing on the side hustle for over two decades. Last year, 43% of Americans with households over $80,000 had a side hustle. Having multiple streams of income is something that more and more people are considering and in times like this, it can be the difference between supporting yourself and your family and deep struggle.
Join us for this replay of our amazing LIVE Mentoring session - where listener's ask the questions!
(Recorded with live audience on April 17/2020)
Alcohol consumption is up. Netflixing is a daily part of life. With the burden of stress it is easy to tell ourselves that we will pursue our dreams on the other side of this crisis.
The reality is that many great businesses were born during challenging times. Many entrepreneurs got their start when it appeared that no one could succeed. If they can do it, so can you.
On today's BPM, you will learn how to go for your goals even if you don't feel like it.
With over 100 million people at home in the US alone, it can feel overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating. Learn the 5 key steps to creating an epic schedule that will allow you to get more done and keep your head on straight.
With all of the media surround COVID-19 and so much uncertainty, it is easy to fall into a fearful state and lose sight of possibility. As many of us are working from home and wondering about our next steps, Susan wants to serve you during these challenging times. Listen to the replay of our LIVE Coaching Q & A for some ideas to assist through some common challenges. (Recorded Live on March 20, 2020).
Working from home comes with some challenges. Join Susan as she shares how to stay productive.
Attention entrepreneurs and those thinking about entrepreneurship. In this interview with Called Higher Studio's CEO, Jason Brown, we discuss passion, purpose, and vision. Jason shares tips to discover your 'why' and what compelled him to choose crowd funding for his latest venture.
Do you ever mentally sabotage yourself in business?
It happens to everyone. The secret to staying in the game is knowing what to expect. Whether you are a seasoned business pro, new to entrepreneurship, or thinking of starting a business, today's BPM is for you.
We are talking about the 4 ways people sabotage themselves mentally in business and what to do about it.
Do you want to change your results?
The fastest way to change your results is to change your standards. On today's BPM, Susan will give you the strategies to do just that.