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S2:E28- Equipping Entrepreneurs For Success With Sean Castrina Sep 22, 2020

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Sean Castrina is a serial entrepreneur, having started more than 20 companies over the last 20 years, and still seeks to launch a new venture annually. He is an investor, teacher and highly-sought-after speaker who communicates with humor and a bluntness that engages and captures his audience. He is the author of 8 Unbreakable Rules for Business Startup Success, The Greatest Entrepreneur in the World, and World’s Greatest Business Plan In this episode we discuss: Sean's upbringing Some adversity he faced What sports he played Where he went to college His first business and the many after that His thoughts on college today How he feels about coaches & mentors Some books he recommends to all entrepreneurs

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sean.castrina/

Website: https://seancastrina.com/

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S2:E27- For the Love of Insight with Billy Samoa Saleebey Sep 15, 2020

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Billy Samoa Saleebey is an award-winning filmmaker (Rolling) and has led learning and development organizations for some of the most disruptive companies in the world, most recently Tesla, where he was Head of Global Sales & Product Training. He is currently President & Founder of Insight Media, a Los Angeles based production company that specializes in podcasting and digital media. In addition to being the host of For the Love of Podcast (a podcast about podcasting), he’s also is the host of the podcast Insight Out, where he interviews New York Times best-selling authors, CEOs/Founders, professional athletes, and thought leaders to see how transformational moments of insight have propelled their lives and careers.

Connect with Billy:

For the Love of Podcast: http://fortheloveofpodcast.com/

Insight Out Show: https://insightoutshow.com/

Website: https://billysamoa.com/

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S2:E26- Make Shift Happen with Anthony Trucks Sep 03, 2020

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Anthony Trucks is a former NFL Athlete, American Ninja Warrior on NBC, international speaker, host of the Aww Shift podcast, and the founder of Identity Shift coaching. He uses cutting edge science and psychology to upgrade how you operate so you can elevate your life and business to reach your full potential.

After being given away into foster care at 3 years old, being adopted into an all white family at 14, losing his NFL career to injury and more he learned how to shift at a very young age, and now his life mission is teaching others how to Make Shift Happen in their lives.

In this episode we discuss:

Anthony's childhood
Adversity he face at a young age
A pivotal moment
Getting into Football
High School days
A crazy play during College
His mentors
His NFL career
And more!

Connect with Anthony:

Website: https://anthonytrucks.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonytrucks/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Anthonytrucks/

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This episode is sponsored by Venessa C. Crandell.

If you are looking for someone to help keep you motivated and encouraged during these trying times make sure to connect with Venessa on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/venessa.crandell

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S2:E25- 5 Minute Selling with Alex Goldfayn Aug 26, 2020

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Alex Goldfayn is the CEO of the Evangelist Marketing Institute, LLC., a revenue growth consultancy for clients who want to grow quickly. Alex’s average client grows by 15-20% in their first year of working with him.

He is among the top-rated and most requested sales speakers in the world, motivating sales teams, managers, executives and owners to take simple action which will grow their business. Alex delivers more than 50 keynotes speeches and workshops on sales growth per year.

Alex’s latest book is called 5-Minute Selling: The Proven, Simple System That Can Double Your Sales Even When You Don’t Have Time. ( published John C. Wiley & Sons).

Alex lives in the Chicago area with his wife and eight-year-old twins, and it’s immediately obvious to everyone that Alex’s wife, Lisa, who raises the kids and feeds Alex, works much harder than he does!

In this episode we discuss:

Where Alex is from
His early years
Lessons he learned from his Father
When he got into Entrepreneurship
His latest book 5 Minute Selling
And more!

Connect with Alex:

Website: https://goldfayn.com/about/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexgoldfayn/

Get your copy of 5 Minute Selling: https://www.amazon.com/5-Minute-Selling-Proven-Simple-System/dp/1119687659/

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Need help with your Sales or Marketing Strategy? Book a call today! https://calendly.com/impulseconsulting/30-minute-discovery-call

Installing strategic sales systems & processes will stop the constant revenue rollercoaster you might be facing which is attainable through our 6 Week Blazing Business Revenue Coaching Program

Book a discovery call with Jordan now to learn more!

Are you an Entrepreneur, Coach, Author, Podcaster or Creative?

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S2:E24- From Sandy to Chicago with Ryan Nall Aug 20, 2020

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Ryan Nall is an American football running back for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League. He played college football at Oregon State, and was signed by the Bears as an un-drafted free agent in 2018.

In this episode we discuss:

Where Ryan grew up
What sports he played as a kid
When Football "Clicked"
His collegiate career
3 Coaches in 3 years
Going to the NFL Combine
How his career has been so far
And more!

Connect with Ryan:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryannall_34/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-nall-087b1a13b/

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This episode is sponsored by: www.carlottadavis.com

Connect with Carlotta to learn more about Weight Wellness, energy, performance, healthy aging and building a business:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlotta-marzol-davis-4b091723/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthyfit_and_free/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carlotta.m.davis

Installing strategic sales systems & processes will stop the constant revenue rollercoaster you might be facing which is attainable through our 6 Week Blazing Business Revenue Coaching Program

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Are you an Entrepreneur, Coach, Author, Podcaster or Creative?

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S2:E23- Insights to Live By with Matt Zinman Aug 14, 2020

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Matt Zinman is a difference-maker devoted to personally enrich the lives of at least 100 million people by 2025. His new book, “Z-isms: Insights to Live By” is based on his experiences as an entrepreneur, athlete, single parent, caregiver and nonprofit founder. He is also the host of "Insights to Live By," a podcast that invites guests to share their own pearls of wisdom. In addition, Matt is CEO of The Internship Institute, which he established in 2007 to "Make Experience Matter."

In this Episode we discuss:

Matt's upbringing
What sport he played
Where he went to school
His early career
His entrepreneurial journey
A little about his book
And more!

Connect with Matt:

Website: https://mattzinman.com/

Instagram: @matthewzinman

Twitter: @matthewzinman

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattzinman/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ZismsReaderForum

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Installing strategic sales systems & processes will stop the constant revenue rollercoaster you might be facing which is attainable through our 6 Week Blazing Business Revenue Coaching Program

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S2:E22- Creating the WorldWide Dance Challenge with Jesse Smith Aug 11, 2020

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About Jesse:

Jesse is currently operating two projects that he founded, My Creative District and WorldWide Dance Challenge. Both of these projects are focused on providing the opportunity to creatives across the world that he sees could have been a game changer for him in the entertainment industry.
Jesse spent time as a professional performer where he was signed to MSA. He was a professional dancer that had the opportunity to dance with stars like Justin Timberlake and Rihanna. He also was signed to a record deal through Universal. He toured the country using his passion of dance and music to inspire tens of thousands of youth and young adults.
Outside of performing, Jesse has been building and developing sales teams in the corporate world for over 15 years. He has also spent ten years traveling the country, expanding into parts of Africa and Europe teaching leadership at schools and non-profit organizations. In the corporate sales world, Jesse developed many sales teams and saw many awards and great team performances due to his leadership.

He was best known for helping his team members advance to the next level in their career. Jesse joined the John Maxwell Team in 2017 where they attended their first event in March. Jesse credits the John Maxwell Team for helping him find his unique voice within the market place and how he can serve his clients at the highest level.

In this episode we discuss:

Jesse's upbringing
How he got into dancing
Where he got his start
How it was to be signed
The WorldWide Dance Challenge
What he's up to next

Connect with Jesse:

Website: https://www.worldwidedancechallenge.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessepaulsmith/

Thanks for listening!!

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S2:E21- The Journey to Cloud Nine with Jordan Gross Aug 07, 2020

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Jordan is a Northwestern and Kellogg School of Management graduate, a startup founder, a 2x TEDx speaker, and a #1 best-selling author. His new book, The Journey to Cloud Nine, provides a new approach to the personal development world by using fictional storytelling to reveal some of life's most meaningful principles. Jordan has been blazing new trails for people around the world, and he cannot wait to share this with all of you!

In this episode we discuss:

Jordan's upbringing
The Sports he played
Where he went to school
A pivotal moment
How Jordan helps people through coaching
What the Cloud Nine Life is all about

Connect with Jordan:

Website: https://www.journeytocloudnine.com/journey-to-cloud-nine-free-chapters

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordangross9/

Medium Articles: https://medium.com/@jordan.c.gross2016

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Installing strategic sales systems & processes will stop the constant revenue rollercoaster you might be facing which is attainable through our 6 Week Blazing Business Revenue Coaching Program

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S2:E20- Build Your World Class Network with Travis Chappell Aug 04, 2020

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Travis Chappell is a podcast consultant and professional connector. He is the founder of Procast Media, a full stack podcast production company specializing in helping busy entrepreneurs produce profitable podcasts, and he is the host of two top shows, Build Your Network and World Class. In addition to being featured in Entrepreneur, NASDAQ, and ReadWrite, Travis has also been featured in Forbes as a top ten podcast that will change your life alongside of Joe Rogan, Gary Vaynerchuck, Tim Ferriss, and the like.

In this episode we discuss:

Travis's childhood
What sports he played
Where he went to College
His experience as a Door to Door salesman
His entrepreneurial journey
Podcasting & Networking
What he's up to next

Connect with Travis:

Website: 30daypodcastlaunch.com

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Installing strategic sales systems & processes will stop the constant revenue rollercoaster you might be facing which is attainable through our 6 Week Blazing Business Revenue Coaching Program

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S2:E19- Venture Mentality with Jacob O'Conner Jul 31, 2020

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Jacob is the CEO of Venture Mentality which started as a podcast in September of 2019. After spending 8 months interviewing some of the most successful people in the world, Jacob decided to turn VM into an official business, Venture Mentality LLC.
While the podcast still continues, the VM clothing line has become the new focus. Both facets, podcast and apparel, serve the purpose of spreading the VM mindset. Venture Mentality is more than a brand, it's a lifestyle.
The purpose of Venture Mentality is to create a like-minded community for those looking to improve their lives and seek to live life to the fullest. They understand that challenge and adversity come with the territory of improvement and adventure, but growth is the only acceptable outcome.
Venture Mentality is for those willing to chase their goals and pursue their bucket-lists; it's for those that Dare to Dream.
In this episode we discuss:

Jacob's childhood
His passion for basketball
Why he started his podcast
His first job
What his plans are for the future

Connect with Jacob:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/venture.mentality/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-o-connor-89a708167/
Website: https://venturementality.com/
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Thanks for listening!!

Installing strategic sales systems & processes will stop the constant revenue rollercoaster you might be facing which is attainable through our 6 Week Blazing Business Revenue Coaching Program

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