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HIT Principles and The Unshackled Owner Aug 24, 2019

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Confidence and clarity are two of the most important driving forces behind a successful entrepreneur. We have the pleasure of hearing from two business men who have developed core principles that can make your entrepreneurial journey a little less rocky. Steven Kuhn, a decorated United States army combat veteran and Creator of HIT Principles, explains the philosophy he lives by and what it has helped him achieve. Steven sounds off about how going into a meeting with honesty, integrity, and transparency (HIT) can open up your world to luck and coincidence which can in turn give you that big break in business you’ve been waiting for. Hear Steven’s sure-fire way to create the life you’ve always dreamed of. Then, we chat with Aaron Scott Young, Chief Strategy Officer of The Unshackled Owner, who details his journey from successful business owner to jail and back again. There is a reason his company was able to run smoothly while he had to step away and it all comes down to the foundation that he built his business on. Tune in for Aaron’s tips on having clarity towards the goals you hope to conquer and how to build a strong team to help you reach the top.

[00:00:00] Evolution of HIT Principles
[00:05:38] Create Authentic Connections
[00:11:30] No More Selfish Entrepreneur
[00:18:21] An Unlucky Acquaintance
[00:25:43] Find the Time to Recharge
[00:33:21] Have Measurable Outcomes

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A Story of Abraham Lincoln and My Personal Therapeutics Cancer Treatment Aug 17, 2019

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A great leader is often curated through their ability to overcome struggles with honesty and integrity. The ever evolving political landscape presents us with the opportunity to learn from the past and admire some of the challenges they conquered. Author of “Young Lincoln of New Salem”, Sam Rawlins shares why he became passionate about President Abraham Lincon’s origin story. Honest Abe’s ability to climb out of bankruptcy, cope with the loss of his fiance, and still continue on to pursue his passion for the law eventually led him to gain the title of the 16th President of the United States. Sam details his personal past and how it led him to write a book about a man he admired greatly. Hear the tale of Abraham’s journey from store clerk to leading the country through the American Civil War. Next, we hear from a female entrepreneur who conquered some amazing obstacles to help save lives. Laura Towart, Founder and CEO of My Personal Therapeutics, explains how she fell in love with technology that allows scientists to utilize fruit flies for personalized cancer treatment. She tells us that she gave up her schooling to pursue this passion, lost her investors and even spent down to her last dime to be able to offer it to the world. Learn more about how Laura’s gut instinct made it possible for some to change their lives forever!

[00:00:00] Evolving Political Landscape
[00:05:33] Lincoln’s Entrepreneurial Journey
[00:11:30] From Bankrupt to President
[00:18:19] Fruit Flies to Save Lives
[00:24:37] Personalized Cancer Treatment
[00:33:21] Trust Your Gut Instinct

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The Future of Business Innovation with Olo and Think Like Amazon Jul 27, 2019

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Think outside the box! Entrepreneurs need to find creative solutions to the problems that businesses before them have faced. Luckily, there are some leaders that have already taken it upon themselves to take those first steps and Noah Glass, Founder and CEO of Olo, is one of them. Way back in 2005, Noah had a gut instinct that the smartphone would be the gateway to convenience for consumers and thus Olo, the on-demand, digital ordering interface was born. The application makes it possible for hungry patrons to order from their phone, skip the line, and even have food delivered to their doorstep from over 300 restaurant brands across the US. Hear Noah’s success story about dropping out of Harvard business school and laying it all on the line for his passion now. Up next, we hear from a former Amazon employee about what this successful company taught him. John Rossman, Author of Think Like Amazon: 50 ½ Ideas to Become a Digital Leader and Managing Partner at Rossman Partners, explains what he learned by working alongside Amazon’s Jeff Bezos. John shares why harmony is overvalued in the workplace and consensus is not always the best path to innovation. John’s book offers ideas on how to take your business to the next level by using some of the philosophies that are in place behind one of the most successful companies. If you are willing to be misunderstood for your departure from conventional business practices on the path to operational excellence then join us for advice on taking your first step.

[00:00:00] Convenience at Your Fingertips
[00:05:32] Laying it on the Line for Passion
[00:11:30] Take the Road Less Traveled
[00:18:21] Patience Leads to Evolution
[00:26:48] Move Fast and Break Things
[00:33:21] Achieve Operational Excellence

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Discover Your Higher Nature with The MindFix Group and Mobius Media Solutions Jul 20, 2019

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Whatever your habits are, good or bad, chances are that they were formed by learned beliefs you’ve carried around for years. Erin Pheil, Founder of The MindFix Group, exclaims that it’s time to get rid of things that are no longer serving you. With the self-help epidemic that’s occurring it’s easy to get caught up with trying to add tools and tactics to your busy life in order to fix your issues. Erin shares that we must identify the root of the problem and do away with it. Stop covering up your roadblocks and learn to demolish them with Erin’s advice for a clearer path. Next, it’s time to unlock your potential. Patch Baker, Former Marine and entrepreneur of Mobius Media Solutions, believes that we are capable of endless possibilities. He tells us that if we’re willing to continue conquering the small things every day then we’ll build the courage to go after the bigger obstacles. Many people are comfortable sitting in the passenger seat or on the sidelines of life but if you want to make a difference you have to be willing to take your spot in the driver’s seat. Patch asks us, “Do you want to participate or accelerate?” You choose. Join us now.

[00:00:00] The Epidemic that is Self-Help
[00:05:26] It’s the Root of the Problem
[00:11:30] Identify, Uncover, and Eliminate
[00:18:21] Achievable Endless Possibilities
[00:25:39] Defining Your Journey in Life
[00:33:21] Purpose: The Force Behind Drive

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Why the Attitude is Gratitude with Dave Meltzer and Kevin Breeding Jul 06, 2019

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There is something to be said about the perspective you have on life and it can definitely make or break success. David Meltzer, Founder and CEO of Sports 1 Marketing, explains that if you make the right decisions based on the right assumptions with the right perspective then you can create happiness. His latest book, “Game-Time Decision Making”, analyzes the strategies of professional sports coaches, managers, owners, and players which has given Dave in-depth insight on decision making. Change your life instantly by raising your awareness, taking accountability, finding forgiveness and empowering your ability to inspire others with these tips from Dave. Next, we learn that work-life-balance in unattainable but maintaining wellness in all areas of your life isn’t. Mentor and Coach, Kevin Breeding, explains how he hit rock bottom and found clarity on the climb back up. He discovered that his purpose in life was helping others unpack their hidden potential and find a clear path to success. Profession, relationships, and spirituality are just a few of the seven assets in life that we must tend to. Join us to discover the other key components to a healthy lifestyle and unveil which is most important to you.

[00:00:00] Assumptions with Perspective
[00:05:44] A Map From Your Why to How
[00:11:30] Persistent Pursuit of Potential
[00:18:21] Find Your Total Life Blueprint
[00:26:05] Your Secret Weapon to Clarity
[00:33:22] Attend to Your Seven Assets

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FranklinCovey Helps Straighten Out Your Management Mess Jun 29, 2019

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Are you the kind of leader that you would look up to? Stepping into a management role is not always second nature and sometimes it takes some failures to rise to the top of your game. We are joined by Scott Jeffrey Miller, Executive Vice President of Thought Leadership of FranklinCovey, who tells us why he wrote his new book, “Management Mess to Leadership Success: 30 Challenges to Become the Leader You Would Follow”. His book is a refreshing, unique take on the unseen side of management that is not often discussed. Taking on this role can be messy and it will be easier to find success with some sage advice. Many roadblocks can pop up on the way to creating a strong team and Scott offers valuable tips on how to thoughtfully face challenges head-on. Are you ready to hone your skills and become a boss that your employees will love and respect? Join us for Scott’s teachings on strengthening your leadership skills.

[00:00:00] A Great Leader is a Vulnerable Leader
[00:05:55] Don’t be Fooled, Management is Messy
[00:11:30] Courage to Lead Difficult Conversations
[00:18:21] Honest Feedback Can Be Priceless
[00:26:25] Make Time to Form Solid Relationships
[00:33:22] Take Time to Clearly Define Your Intent

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Four Principles to a Healthier You with iN3 Nutrition Jun 22, 2019

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What do you see when you look in the mirror? Do you feel that you are at your personal best? There is no denying that our physical health is closely linked to our overall well-being. If you aren't feeling top notch, need more energy, or just a boost of self esteem, there are some simple steps you can follow to find yourself again. Jason Phillips, Founder and CEO of iN3 Nutrition, shares his story that unfortunately began with recovering from anorexia and led to a path of wellness that has had a ripple effect on many others. He explains why it’s necessary to break unhealthy habits and thought processes in order to have the life you’ve always dreamed of. Jason also tells us that it’s possible to maintain a healthy lifestyle without sacrificing everything that you love. At the Nutritional Coaching Institute, he and his team have developed application based courses, and he explains that understanding theory is great but you really must know how to apply those theories to your life. If you’re ready to change your life, listen in for Jason’s four core principles to create a better you.

[00:00:00] Facing Yourself in the Mirror
[00:05:26] From Anorexia to a Nutrition
[00:11:30] A Healthy Paradigm Shift
[00:18:21] The Meaning of Macro Diet
[00:25:38] Using Practical Application
[00:33:21] Four Healthy Core Principles

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ElliQ’s Cognitive Technology and Chamber.Media’s Brand Awareness Tips Jun 15, 2019

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Staying social and active are some of the key factors in maintaining a healthy lifestyle as we age. There is a rising separation between the older and newer generations as technology advances which can actually hinder the aging population’s lifestyles. Depression, loneliness, and degradation of health in the elderly can be fought with the introduction of a social robotic companion, ElliQ. Dor Skuler, CEO and Founder of Intuition Robotics, explains how their latest invention can help seniors stay engaged, connected, and feeling well in the digital age. If you know someone that could use a social companion find out how this cognitive robot can help preserve independence in the second half of life. After that, we learn about the value of social media marketing with Travis Chambers, Founder and Chief Media Hacker of Chamber.Media. He explains clever strategies that can be used to increase your views and shares, as well as helping you understand the benefits of an ad funnel. Travis shares his career success story that began with a viral YouTube video titled “The real meaning of MPH”, and was skyrocketed by a Turkish Airlines commercial featuring Kobe Bryant and Lionel Messi. Hear his tips on making the most of your marketing distribution budget and increasing your brand awareness.

[00:00:00] Stay Connected with ElliQ
[00:06:01] Learn Something New Every Day
[00:11:35] The Importance of a Consultant
[00:18:26] Shareable Social Over Viral
[00:25:32] Increase Your Brand Awareness
[00:33:27] Ad Funnels Convert to Profit

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Dog is Good Celebrates Your Best Friend and Strategic Partnerships Bring Success Jun 08, 2019

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There’s is nothing quite like the feeling of your excited dog greeting you with pure joy the moment you walk in your front door. There is a company that has captured that feeling in a brand and we talk with Co-Founder of Dog is Good, Gila Kurtz, about how they did it. Their stylish, four-legged friend accessories have managed to resonate with customers hearts and can be found everywhere from Advanced Auto to Nordstrom. Find out how you can conquer the entrepreneurial setbacks when you're turning your passion into a career and where you can pick up a t-shirt that sums up the sentiment you feel for your canine best friend. Then, we discuss the value of a trusted relationship with strategic partner, Kevin Thompson, who has made over 600 successful business partnerships. Kevin explains how he began forming these symbiotic connections and what they have helped him achieve in his career. Join us to learn how to surround yourself with a solid network of entrepreneurs, avoid certain mistakes, and find success while helping others achieve it as well.

[00:00:00] Capturing Lightning in a Bottle
[00:04:57] A Leap of Faith for Your Passion
[00:11:30] Show Up to Face Challenges
[00:18:21] Value of a Trusted Relationship
[00:26:02] Connect with High-Quality Clients
[00:33:21] Create Solid Strategic Partnerships

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"You Are Enough" and "Wish Man" Teach Us Strength Jun 01, 2019

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Our character is often formed by the experiences of our past and the choices we make on how to deal with those experiences. It turns out that with a little hard work, we can change the narrative we’ve written in our minds and become more successful people. We begin the hour with Megan Fenyo, Founder of the I Am Enough Movement and Author of “You Are Enough”, who explains how through her struggles she found strength. She shares her story about an abusive childhood, a toxic marriage, and how, after it all, she took back her life. Hear five steps that can help you overcome your negative self-talk and pave a new path toward success. Then, we learn about the power of giving back from Andrew Steel, lead actor in Wish Man, and Founder and President of Flicks 4 Change. He discusses the amazing opportunity he’s been given to play Frank Shankwitz, Founder of Make-A-Wish Foundation, in the film. Andrew also explains how he learned that service to those in need comes before personal rewards and how that principle has made an enormous impact on his life. If you are ready to be a part of something bigger, listen for Andrew’s tips on helping others while your own dreams are realized.

[00:00:00] Overcoming Toxic Thought Patterns
[00:05:45] Moving From Struggles to Strength
[00:11:30] Five Steps to Knowing You’re Enough
[00:18:20] Giving Back Against All Odds
[00:26:03] Mysterious Ways of The Universe
[00:33:21] Give Back First, Rewards Later

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