Today I'm making friends with Justin Cottlee – a Marketing Director, Dissector and Instructor for the Institute of Human Anatomy.The Institute of Human Anatomy a private human cadaver lab dedicated to providing anatomical, physiological, health, wellness, and fitness education to health professionals, pre-license students, and via social media, to the general public.** What I Discuss with Justin– His journey from the Marine Corp to Massage Therapy– How and where to buy a body(!)– What Justin's learned about life working closely with death– Smoking VS Vaping– Whether CBD is snake oil– The affects of alcohol– and so much more!** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂)** About Justin CottleJustin is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps Infantry, as well as a fully Licensed Massage Therapist in the state of Utah. He discovered his passion for human anatomy and physiology while in school to become a licensed massage therapist at the Utah College of Massage Therapy in 2011. After graduating in 2012, he became a Teaching Assistant for Jonathan Bennion, where his love for anatomy grew to even greater depths, and led him to start teaching at the Institute of Human Anatomy in 2013. He has taught at multiple trade schools in the state, including Healing Mountain Massage School, Intermountain Massage Therapy College, as well as the Utah College of Massage Therapy from 2013-2019, where he also served as the Director of Education. In his spare time, Justin enjoys challenging games of chess, hiking in the mountains, playing acoustic guitar, and spending quality time with his family.Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today I'm making friends with Greg Mohr –  who has helped hundreds of people invest in a few hundred franchise units.** What I Discuss with Greg:– Getting his start in the fast food industry– Most underrated franchises to invest in– Common misconceptions about owning a franchise– What industries are truly recession proof– and more** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂)** About Greg MohrGreg Mohr started his work life in the restaurant industry. His first impression of franchising came straight out of high school, at a fast-food restaurant chain. He later managed a twenty-four-hour restaurant—another chain outlet but not a franchise. Seventeen years of restaurant management flew by before he earned degrees in electrical engineering and physics and became an engineer.Greg climbed the corporate ladder, working in the semiconductor industry for about fifteen years. During this time, he earned an MBA specializing in management information systems. Doing so did not speed up his pace of climbing the ladder, as he had hoped. In the meantime, inspired by many business books, including Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad, Poor Dad series, Greg purchased rental properties and found that he could manage them on the side while keeping his day job. As he loves to share, Greg eventually found himself laid off, and it was a blessing. He saw an opportunity and knew it was now or never. After working with a franchise consultant, he found a great fit after narrowing down his goals and criteria. He never looked back.Greg has helped hundreds of people invest in a few hundred franchise units. Further information can be found at https://www.franchisemaven.com/ or contact Greg at greg@franchisemaven.comFollow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today I'm making friends with David Hauser who has a track record of founding multiple successful companies, building exceptional teams, and investing in innovative ideas.** What I Discuss with David:– Constantly running into each other at LifeTime Gym in Vegas– Why David always knew he was going to be an entrepreneur– How David’s parents instilled work ethic in him– Coding websites in the early '00s– How David raised $20m as a 17 year old– Why college can’t create entrepreneurs– Building and exiting several successful companies** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂)** About David Hauser:David Hauser is an entrepreneur hailing from New York City. He attended City & Country School, Poly Prep Country Day School, and Babson College, where he received excellent educational opportunities that fueled his never-ending quest for learning. With a track record of founding multiple successful companies, building exceptional teams, and investing in innovative ideas, David has shared his experiences through media appearances and public speaking engagements.Currently residing in Las Vegas, he spent significant years in New York City, Boston, and Austin. David's notable entrepreneurial achievements include founding Grasshopper (bootstrapped to $30M+ ARR, acquired by Citrix), Chargify (built profitably, secured Mark Cuban investment, acquired by Battery Ventures), Vanilla (raised $42M from Venrock and Insight Partners), and ReturnPath (raised funds from Flatiron Partners, with a secured management team).As a founding member of National Entrepreneurs’ Day, David has also made significant contributions as an angel investor in companies like Intercom, Unbounce, Groove, The Hustle, and more than 50 others. His expertise has been showcased through public speaking engagements at events such as SaaSFest, FOWA, Big Omaha, LessConf, and SuperConf, as well as his coverage in major media outlets including CNN, Fox, Inc. Magazine, Fortune, Entrepreneur, Wall Street Journal, Boston Globe, and Inc. 30 Under 30.Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, I’m making friends with Chris Do, an Emmy award-winning designer, director, CEO and Chief Strategist of Blind and the founder of The Futur—an online education platform with the mission of teaching 1 billion people how to make a living doing what they love.** What I Discuss with Chris:– NorCal VS SoCal– Growing up as a first generation immigrant– The problem with the education system– The struggles of being a true designer within the ad agency system** (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂)** About Chris Do: Chris Do is an Emmy award-winning designer, director, CEO and Chief Strategist of Blind and the founder of The Futur—an online education platform with the mission of teaching 1 billion people how to make a living doing what they love.He currently serves as the chairman of the board for the SPJA, and as an advisor to Saleshood. He has also served as: advisory board member for AIGA/LA, Emmys Motion & Title Design Peer Group, Otis Board of Governors, Santa Monica College and Woodbury University.He has taught Sequential design for over 15 years at ArtCenter College of Design as well as Otis College of Art and Design. Additionally, he has lectured all over the world including: AIGA National Design Conference, Birmingham Design Festival, Awwwards New York/San Francisco/Amsterdam, AIGA Miami, The Design Conference Brisbane, Creative South, Digital Design Days Milan/Geneva, Lu Xun Academy Fine Art Dalian, Motion Conference Santa Fe, VMA Design Conference, MIT Boston, Bend Design Conference, Graphika Manila, Create Philippines, Rise Up Summit Cairo, RGD Design Thinkers Toronto, California Institute of the Arts, LA Art Institute, Otis College of Design, UCLA, MGLA, Cal State Los Angeles/ Northridge, Post Production World, Adobe Video World and San Diego University.His firm’s work has been recognized by national and international organizations such as: the Emmy’s, Clio, Effie Gold, Huffington Post, Lynda.com, Webbie, Communication Arts, London International Awards, One Show, British D&AD, AICP 20, Pictoplasma, How, 72 dpi, L.A. Weekly, Boards, Res 10, Type Director’s Club (20, 22, 23, 26), IDN, Addy Awards, BDA, Create, Stash (2, 12, 22, 24, 35, 43, 65), Creatie Augustus 2010, Motion Design, Asia Image, Brief, 365 AIGA Year In Design 26, Art Director’s Club, Motionographer, New York Festivals, B Brand, PPaper, I.D., and Print.Mr. Do has given talks and conducted workshops on: Sales, Negotiations, Value Based Pricing, Mindset, Branding, Graphic & Motion Design, Social Media Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business Management, and Client Relations.Follow Travis on:– IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell– FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell– Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell– Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, I’m making friends with Jon Gordon, whose best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. What I Discuss with Jon: Why he moved to Jacksonville in 2001 (and thinks I should too.) Playing pickle ball with Tim Tebow and Ed Mylett. The reason his wife almost made the decision to divorce him. Being thankful for pain (after you go through it). The fact that most people have a “hole in their soul.” How narcissists can change. The secret to building his successful multi-million dollar speaking career. And so much more… (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂) About Jon Gordon: Jon Gordon is one of the most influential and sought after leadership authors and speakers today. He’s a consultant to numerous leaders, CEO’s, NFL, NBA, and MLB Coaches, championship teams and high performers and an inspirational teacher who has helped millions of people have a more positive mindset. He is the author of 28 books including 15 best sellers and 5 children’s books. His books include the timeless classic The Energy Bus which has sold over 3 million copies, The Carpenter which was a top 5 business book of the year, Training Camp, The Power of Positive Leadership, and The Power of a Positive Team. Jon’s latest book, The One Truth has been called profound, revolutionary and life changing. Jon and his tips have been featured on The Today Show, CNN, CNBC, The Golf Channel, Fox and Friends and in numerous magazines and newspapers. His clients include The Los Angeles Dodgers, Campbell’s Soup, Dell, Publix, Southwest Airlines, Miami Heat, The Los Angeles Rams, Snapchat, Truist Bank, Clemson Football, Northwestern Mutual, West Point Academy and more. Jon is a graduate of Cornell University and holds a Masters in Teaching from Emory University. He and his training/consulting company are passionate about developing positive leaders, organizations and teams. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: – The One Truth | Purchase your copy here: https://amzn.to/3S6usd0 – The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy | Purchase your copy here: https://amzn.to/3HcheFA (Please note that as an Amazon Associate, The Travis Makes Friends Podcast receives compensation for some of the products listed) Follow Travis on: – IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell – FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell – Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell – Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!

Today, I’m making friends with Jon Gordon, whose best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. What I Discuss with Jon: Why he moved to Jacksonville in 2001 (and thinks I should too.) Playing pickle ball with Tim Tebow and Ed Mylett. The reason his wife almost made the decision to divorce him. Being thankful for pain (after you go through it). The fact that most people have a “hole in their soul.” How narcissists can change. The secret to building his successful multi-million dollar speaking career. And so much more… (Psst... Before I tell you more about the guest, do you like this show? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts — even one sentence helps! 🙂) About Jon Gordon: Jon Gordon is one of the most influential and sought after leadership authors and speakers today. He’s a consultant to numerous leaders, CEO’s, NFL, NBA, and MLB Coaches, championship teams and high performers and an inspirational teacher who has helped millions of people have a more positive mindset. He is the author of 28 books including 15 best sellers and 5 children’s books. His books include the timeless classic The Energy Bus which has sold over 3 million copies, The Carpenter which was a top 5 business book of the year, Training Camp, The Power of Positive Leadership, and The Power of a Positive Team. Jon’s latest book, The One Truth has been called profound, revolutionary and life changing. Jon and his tips have been featured on The Today Show, CNN, CNBC, The Golf Channel, Fox and Friends and in numerous magazines and newspapers. His clients include The Los Angeles Dodgers, Campbell’s Soup, Dell, Publix, Southwest Airlines, Miami Heat, The Los Angeles Rams, Snapchat, Truist Bank, Clemson Football, Northwestern Mutual, West Point Academy and more. Jon is a graduate of Cornell University and holds a Masters in Teaching from Emory University. He and his training/consulting company are passionate about developing positive leaders, organizations and teams. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: – The One Truth | Purchase your copy here: https://amzn.to/3S6usd0 – The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy | Purchase your copy here: https://amzn.to/3HcheFA (Please note that as an Amazon Associate, The Travis Makes Friends Podcast receives compensation for some of the products listed) Follow Travis on: – IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell – FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell – Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell – Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Noah Kagan (@noahkagan) is the founder and Chief Sumo at AppSumo.com, a company that provides tools and content to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Under Noah's leadership, AppSumo has grown to over $10 million in annual revenue. Before starting AppSumo, Noah held key roles at two of tech's fastest-growing companies. He was employee #30 at Facebook, where he worked directly with Mark Zuckerberg to build their advertising platform. He then became the 4th employee at Mint.com, the popular online personal finance company that Intuit acquired for $170 million. A self-described "taco-loving" entrepreneur, Noah draws on his experiences building and scaling multiple eight-figure internet companies to help and inspire other entrepreneurs. As Chief Sumo at AppSumo, he pushes the boundaries of what's possible in business, marketing, and personal development. He’s also the author of Million Dollar Weekend, a comprehensive guide on how to take action and build the business (and life) of your dreams. Noah's journey from Facebook and Mint.com to leading AppSumo provides unique insights and lessons for any entrepreneur looking to start, build, or grow their own business. What Travis and Noah discussed: Take action even if you don't have full clarity yet. In the absence of clarity, take action anyway to gain more clarity. By taking small actions, you'll get feedback that helps validate or invalidate ideas faster. This allows you to fail fast and learn. Surround yourself with people smarter than you. Connect with smart people early on before they get really big. This allows you to more easily build relationships that can pay dividends down the road. Start small, test quickly. You can start a business over a weekend without spending much money. Validate your idea by getting real customer feedback fast before investing more time and money in building out a bigger vision. Keep trying new ideas. Successful entrepreneurs try many different business ideas, most of which may fail before they find success. By continually trying new ideas and using the feedback, you get better at executing. There are big risks in not being an entrepreneur, including not having control over your schedule and life. As an entrepreneur, you design your ideal life. Even if you don't become a millionaire, you can create a business that gives you more freedom. This was an insightful conversation with Noah Kagan, a successful entrepreneur who built a $80 million per year business after being let go from Facebook. He shares his journey of trying over a dozen different business ideas that failed before finding his big success. Noah reveals that you don't need a lot of money or time to start a business that can change your life, anyone can do it over a weekend. Listen to this full Travis Makes Friends episode to get all the details on Noah's weekend business launch framework. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!

Noah Kagan (@noahkagan) is the founder and Chief Sumo at AppSumo.com, a company that provides tools and content to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Under Noah's leadership, AppSumo has grown to over $10 million in annual revenue. Before starting AppSumo, Noah held key roles at two of tech's fastest-growing companies. He was employee #30 at Facebook, where he worked directly with Mark Zuckerberg to build their advertising platform. He then became the 4th employee at Mint.com, the popular online personal finance company that Intuit acquired for $170 million. A self-described "taco-loving" entrepreneur, Noah draws on his experiences building and scaling multiple eight-figure internet companies to help and inspire other entrepreneurs. As Chief Sumo at AppSumo, he pushes the boundaries of what's possible in business, marketing, and personal development. He’s also the author of Million Dollar Weekend, a comprehensive guide on how to take action and build the business (and life) of your dreams. Noah's journey from Facebook and Mint.com to leading AppSumo provides unique insights and lessons for any entrepreneur looking to start, build, or grow their own business. What Travis and Noah discussed: Take action even if you don't have full clarity yet. In the absence of clarity, take action anyway to gain more clarity. By taking small actions, you'll get feedback that helps validate or invalidate ideas faster. This allows you to fail fast and learn. Surround yourself with people smarter than you. Connect with smart people early on before they get really big. This allows you to more easily build relationships that can pay dividends down the road. Start small, test quickly. You can start a business over a weekend without spending much money. Validate your idea by getting real customer feedback fast before investing more time and money in building out a bigger vision. Keep trying new ideas. Successful entrepreneurs try many different business ideas, most of which may fail before they find success. By continually trying new ideas and using the feedback, you get better at executing. There are big risks in not being an entrepreneur, including not having control over your schedule and life. As an entrepreneur, you design your ideal life. Even if you don't become a millionaire, you can create a business that gives you more freedom. This was an insightful conversation with Noah Kagan, a successful entrepreneur who built a $80 million per year business after being let go from Facebook. He shares his journey of trying over a dozen different business ideas that failed before finding his big success. Noah reveals that you don't need a lot of money or time to start a business that can change your life, anyone can do it over a weekend. Listen to this full Travis Makes Friends episode to get all the details on Noah's weekend business launch framework. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dana Cornell (cornellcapitalholdings.com) is a financial expert with over 20 years of experience advising clients. Formerly an Executive Director at Morgan Stanley, he is now a Forbes-recognized financial consultant running his practice. He focuses on helping individuals, small business owners, and working professionals develop customized passive income and wealth accumulation strategies leveraging commercial real estate opportunities. In addition to being a Certified Financial PlannerTM professional, Cornell has also earned the Certified Investment Management AnalystTM designation. He leverages his extensive expertise to create tailored plans to help his clients achieve their financial goals. What Dana and Travis discussed: The real formula for building wealth is to buy cash flow, don't pay taxes, and don't lose money. Look at investing in commercial real estate and small businesses to generate cash flow. There are different types of equity - preferred equity sits lower on the risk scale than pure equity as there is more protection. Understand the differences to make informed investment decisions. Commercial real estate is likely heading towards trouble due to economic policies, rising interest rates, tightening bank lending, and excessive debt loads. Tread carefully when investing here. The ultra-wealthy diversify their income streams across real estate, small businesses, and liquid assets rather than relying on a single source. Build multiple income streams for stability. The traditional retirement planning approach of saving and projecting into the future often fails. Instead, focus on buying back your time now through passive income opportunities. Learn directly from 20+ years of financial services expertise, gain specific commercial real estate and alternative investing advice, and shift your mindset from traditional retirement planning to prioritizing buying back your time today. Dana Cornell provides a wealth of practical knowledge that can transform how savvy individuals approach investing and wealth creation. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!

Dana Cornell (cornellcapitalholdings.com) is a financial expert with over 20 years of experience advising clients. Formerly an Executive Director at Morgan Stanley, he is now a Forbes-recognized financial consultant running his practice. He focuses on helping individuals, small business owners, and working professionals develop customized passive income and wealth accumulation strategies leveraging commercial real estate opportunities. In addition to being a Certified Financial PlannerTM professional, Cornell has also earned the Certified Investment Management AnalystTM designation. He leverages his extensive expertise to create tailored plans to help his clients achieve their financial goals. What Dana and Travis discussed: The real formula for building wealth is to buy cash flow, don't pay taxes, and don't lose money. Look at investing in commercial real estate and small businesses to generate cash flow. There are different types of equity - preferred equity sits lower on the risk scale than pure equity as there is more protection. Understand the differences to make informed investment decisions. Commercial real estate is likely heading towards trouble due to economic policies, rising interest rates, tightening bank lending, and excessive debt loads. Tread carefully when investing here. The ultra-wealthy diversify their income streams across real estate, small businesses, and liquid assets rather than relying on a single source. Build multiple income streams for stability. The traditional retirement planning approach of saving and projecting into the future often fails. Instead, focus on buying back your time now through passive income opportunities. Learn directly from 20+ years of financial services expertise, gain specific commercial real estate and alternative investing advice, and shift your mindset from traditional retirement planning to prioritizing buying back your time today. Dana Cornell provides a wealth of practical knowledge that can transform how savvy individuals approach investing and wealth creation. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Alex Neist (@alexneist), an ex-Arena Football League quarterback and coach, transitioned from sports to entrepreneurship as the founder and CEO of Hostage Tape, a company focused on improving sleep quality. His journey in business was inspired by his parents' encouragement, the principles of Stoicism, and key insights from authors like Chris Voss and Robert Cialdini. Neist values emotional intelligence, effective communication, and the art of negotiation in both his personal and professional life. Under his leadership, Hostage Tape emphasizes the importance of detail in product development and marketing, learning from early challenges in manufacturing and advertising. Neist believes in giving his team autonomy and continuously seeks to improve through lessons learned from books like Voss's "Never Split the Difference."  His approach to building a strong network involves creating desirable products and reaching out to influential individuals. Neist trusts his instincts for business pivots and stays motivated by viewing challenges as opportunities for growth. What Alex and Travis discussed: Mouth breathing can significantly impact sleep quality and health. Alex went down a "rabbit hole" researching ways to address his snoring and poor sleep, eventually discovering mouth taping. This simple technique helped transform his sleep and energy levels. Building a successful business takes time and perseverance. Alex spent 16 years building his first company through constant failures and learning. This grit prepared him for the meteoric growth of his newest venture. Success is rarely overnight. Surrounding yourself with people on the path you want to be on is crucial. Alex  stresses finding mentors and examples that exemplify your vision and values rather than listening to naysayers without relevant experience. We become like those we surround ourselves with. Delegating tasks and responsibilities is key as a business scales. As Alex's company grew quickly, he focused on letting go of control by empowering his team to take on more. Learning to delegate instead of doing everything yourself is vital. Small problems can snowball into relationship breakdowns if not addressed. Something as simple as loud snoring compounded over the years for Alex, driving his wife out of their bedroom. This was a catalyst leading to their separation and divorce. We must proactively work on the small issues. This was a wide-ranging, vulnerable conversation with much to learn. Be sure to listen to the full Travis Makes Friends podcast episode with Alex Neist to hear the context behind these insights. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!

Alex Neist (@alexneist), an ex-Arena Football League quarterback and coach, transitioned from sports to entrepreneurship as the founder and CEO of Hostage Tape, a company focused on improving sleep quality. His journey in business was inspired by his parents' encouragement, the principles of Stoicism, and key insights from authors like Chris Voss and Robert Cialdini. Neist values emotional intelligence, effective communication, and the art of negotiation in both his personal and professional life. Under his leadership, Hostage Tape emphasizes the importance of detail in product development and marketing, learning from early challenges in manufacturing and advertising. Neist believes in giving his team autonomy and continuously seeks to improve through lessons learned from books like Voss's "Never Split the Difference."  His approach to building a strong network involves creating desirable products and reaching out to influential individuals. Neist trusts his instincts for business pivots and stays motivated by viewing challenges as opportunities for growth. What Alex and Travis discussed: Mouth breathing can significantly impact sleep quality and health. Alex went down a "rabbit hole" researching ways to address his snoring and poor sleep, eventually discovering mouth taping. This simple technique helped transform his sleep and energy levels. Building a successful business takes time and perseverance. Alex spent 16 years building his first company through constant failures and learning. This grit prepared him for the meteoric growth of his newest venture. Success is rarely overnight. Surrounding yourself with people on the path you want to be on is crucial. Alex  stresses finding mentors and examples that exemplify your vision and values rather than listening to naysayers without relevant experience. We become like those we surround ourselves with. Delegating tasks and responsibilities is key as a business scales. As Alex's company grew quickly, he focused on letting go of control by empowering his team to take on more. Learning to delegate instead of doing everything yourself is vital. Small problems can snowball into relationship breakdowns if not addressed. Something as simple as loud snoring compounded over the years for Alex, driving his wife out of their bedroom. This was a catalyst leading to their separation and divorce. We must proactively work on the small issues. This was a wide-ranging, vulnerable conversation with much to learn. Be sure to listen to the full Travis Makes Friends podcast episode with Alex Neist to hear the context behind these insights. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Wylie McGraw (@wyliemcgraw) is a former star athlete and 3-tour combat veteran who has become a high-performance coach to CEOs, entrepreneurs, and public figures. Named a "secret weapon" by influential leaders, his work provides an elite edge by ending stress and sustaining peak performance. With a reputation as a direct and honest mentor, Wylie has developed principles to unleash untapped potential and achieve self-mastery. His combat experience gives him unique insights into overcoming obstacles and advancing personal growth. Wylie operates on the belief that with the right radical intervention, anyone can reach their fullest potential. He has worked with influential leaders such as Will Smith, Elon Musk, Kanye West, and he is the host of the Wise Words & Whiskey Podcast What Travis and Wylie discussed:  Sports and athletics at a young age teach important lessons about self-awareness, working hard towards goals, handling adversity, and being part of a team. Getting kids involved can expand their capacity for performance in other areas of life. The personal development industry often sells a "hamster wheel" of programs and gurus rather than helping people truly find themselves. It's important to discern what works for you rather than getting caught up in the marketing hype. True high-performance coaching is about building relationships, asking the hard questions, and pushing people beyond their self-imposed limits - not just trying to make money. Coaches should focus on transformational results rather than numbers. Leaving every relationship better than you found it, even small gestures like an introduction or book recommendation, pays off exponentially in the long run through expanding your network and opportunities. On his podcast "Wise Words & Whiskey," Wiley has authentic conversations about life and performance over a nice bottle of whiskey matched to each guest. It's a chance to gain wisdom in a casual environment. This was an insightful conversation about living life on your own terms and the difference between surface-level coaching and truly transformational work. Listen to the full discussion with Wiley on the Travis Makes Friends podcast to hear more of his unique perspectives. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!

Wylie McGraw (@wyliemcgraw) is a former star athlete and 3-tour combat veteran who has become a high-performance coach to CEOs, entrepreneurs, and public figures. Named a "secret weapon" by influential leaders, his work provides an elite edge by ending stress and sustaining peak performance. With a reputation as a direct and honest mentor, Wylie has developed principles to unleash untapped potential and achieve self-mastery. His combat experience gives him unique insights into overcoming obstacles and advancing personal growth. Wylie operates on the belief that with the right radical intervention, anyone can reach their fullest potential. He has worked with influential leaders such as Will Smith, Elon Musk, Kanye West, and he is the host of the Wise Words & Whiskey Podcast What Travis and Wylie discussed:  Sports and athletics at a young age teach important lessons about self-awareness, working hard towards goals, handling adversity, and being part of a team. Getting kids involved can expand their capacity for performance in other areas of life. The personal development industry often sells a "hamster wheel" of programs and gurus rather than helping people truly find themselves. It's important to discern what works for you rather than getting caught up in the marketing hype. True high-performance coaching is about building relationships, asking the hard questions, and pushing people beyond their self-imposed limits - not just trying to make money. Coaches should focus on transformational results rather than numbers. Leaving every relationship better than you found it, even small gestures like an introduction or book recommendation, pays off exponentially in the long run through expanding your network and opportunities. On his podcast "Wise Words & Whiskey," Wiley has authentic conversations about life and performance over a nice bottle of whiskey matched to each guest. It's a chance to gain wisdom in a casual environment. This was an insightful conversation about living life on your own terms and the difference between surface-level coaching and truly transformational work. Listen to the full discussion with Wiley on the Travis Makes Friends podcast to hear more of his unique perspectives. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Thais Gibson (@thepersonaldevelopmentschool) is an acclaimed personal development leader and counselor known for her pioneering work on the subconscious mind and attachment theory. With over 38 million views across her platforms, Thais has helped thousands transform limiting beliefs and behaviors through her integrated attachment theory model. This expansion on traditional attachment theory empowers the healing of different life attachments to enable personal growth. Thais founded The Personal Development School, offering acclaimed courses based on her academic training and in-depth client research. She is certified in over 13 modalities, including CBT and NLP, with a Ph.D. in the field. What Travis and Thais discussed: Going through hardship and pain can be extremely valuable. As Thais said, the hardest times of her life taught her the most important lessons. Embracing and learning from adversity makes us stronger. Understanding the subconscious mind is key to personal growth. Our subconscious drives up to 95-97% of our behaviors, yet most people focus solely on the conscious mind. We must reprogram limiting subconscious beliefs that hold us back. We are all wired for connection and suffer in its absence. Thais noticed that many of her affluent clients created unnecessary problems due to a lack of fulfillment. Seeking genuine bonds with others provides meaning. Food and the environment affect mental health more than most realize. Poor nutrition and societal divisions breed widespread issues. Taking control of our health and thinking for ourselves is essential. We must align conscious goals with subconscious needs to achieve them. Self-sabotage happens when conscious desires conflict with subconscious priorities. Identifying core needs and limiting beliefs allows us to remove inner resistance. This thought-provoking discussion was about overcoming hardship, mastering the mind, the need for connection, societal issues, and achieving goals. To learn more insights from Thais Gibson and Travis Chappell, listen to this episode on the Travis Makes Friends podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thais Gibson (@thepersonaldevelopmentschool) is an acclaimed personal development leader and counselor known for her pioneering work on the subconscious mind and attachment theory. With over 38 million views across her platforms, Thais has helped thousands transform limiting beliefs and behaviors through her integrated attachment theory model. This expansion on traditional attachment theory empowers the healing of different life attachments to enable personal growth. Thais founded The Personal Development School, offering acclaimed courses based on her academic training and in-depth client research. She is certified in over 13 modalities, including CBT and NLP, with a Ph.D. in the field. What Travis and Thais discussed: Going through hardship and pain can be extremely valuable. As Thais said, the hardest times of her life taught her the most important lessons. Embracing and learning from adversity makes us stronger. Understanding the subconscious mind is key to personal growth. Our subconscious drives up to 95-97% of our behaviors, yet most people focus solely on the conscious mind. We must reprogram limiting subconscious beliefs that hold us back. We are all wired for connection and suffer in its absence. Thais noticed that many of her affluent clients created unnecessary problems due to a lack of fulfillment. Seeking genuine bonds with others provides meaning. Food and the environment affect mental health more than most realize. Poor nutrition and societal divisions breed widespread issues. Taking control of our health and thinking for ourselves is essential. We must align conscious goals with subconscious needs to achieve them. Self-sabotage happens when conscious desires conflict with subconscious priorities. Identifying core needs and limiting beliefs allows us to remove inner resistance. This thought-provoking discussion was about overcoming hardship, mastering the mind, the need for connection, societal issues, and achieving goals. To learn more insights from Thais Gibson and Travis Chappell, listen to this episode on the Travis Makes Friends podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Aditi Nerurkar (@draditinerurkar) is a physician and public health expert who specializes in stress management, resilience, burnout, and mental health. She currently serves as Co-Director of the Harvard Medical School Clerkship in Community Engagement and formerly was medical director of a Harvard integrative medicine program. Her research has been published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, and she is a frequent medical commentator for MSNBC and NBC News. Dr. Nerurkar has worked extensively in global public health, including on HIV/AIDS and refugee health projects in Africa. She is the author of The Five Resets, a book on rewiring your brain to manage stress. An internationally recognized speaker, she has given talks at major conferences and corporations on building resilience. Dr. Nerurkar aims to provide science-backed strategies to help people thrive in the face of modern stressors. She also co-hosts the Time Out podcast produced by iHeartmedia and Hello Sunshine.  What Travis and Dr. Aditi discussed: Stress is unavoidable, but we can rewire our brains to manage it in a healthy way. Dr. Nerurkar explains how techniques like mindfulness and neuroplasticity can strengthen neural pathways to activate the prefrontal cortex instead of the stress-response amygdala. This allows us to thrive rather than just survive. Know yourself and walk your own path. Travis emphasizes the importance of self-discovery, following your intuition, and being true to yourself rather than conforming to others' expectations. This self-awareness and authenticity lead to fulfillment. Small steps add up through neuroplasticity. By repeating simple practices like taking mindful walks, we cement new neural pathways over time. Consistency matters more than duration. Even reluctant patients find these lifestyle tweaks effective. Combat negativity bias intentionally. We're bombarded with up to 10,000 marketing messages daily, predominantly negative. This can wire our brains to constant stress. Seeking positive inputs counteracts this, whether it's reading good books or avoiding toxic media. Our brains are shaped by what we expose them to. Live a lifetime daily. Dr. Nerurkar recommends devoting bits of each day to the important elements of life - childhood play, work, family, vacation, and retirement. This provides balance and meaning. Details like phone calls to loved ones count. Dr. Nerurkar offers science-based, actionable strategies to refocus our minds and lives. Tune into this episode of Travis Makes Friends to learn more about mastering stress, understanding neuroplasticity, and optimizing your well-being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Aditi Nerurkar (@draditinerurkar) is a physician and public health expert who specializes in stress management, resilience, burnout, and mental health. She currently serves as Co-Director of the Harvard Medical School Clerkship in Community Engagement and formerly was medical director of a Harvard integrative medicine program. Her research has been published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, and she is a frequent medical commentator for MSNBC and NBC News. Dr. Nerurkar has worked extensively in global public health, including on HIV/AIDS and refugee health projects in Africa. She is the author of The Five Resets, a book on rewiring your brain to manage stress. An internationally recognized speaker, she has given talks at major conferences and corporations on building resilience. Dr. Nerurkar aims to provide science-backed strategies to help people thrive in the face of modern stressors. She also co-hosts the Time Out podcast produced by iHeartmedia and Hello Sunshine.  What Travis and Dr. Aditi discussed: Stress is unavoidable, but we can rewire our brains to manage it in a healthy way. Dr. Nerurkar explains how techniques like mindfulness and neuroplasticity can strengthen neural pathways to activate the prefrontal cortex instead of the stress-response amygdala. This allows us to thrive rather than just survive. Know yourself and walk your own path. Travis emphasizes the importance of self-discovery, following your intuition, and being true to yourself rather than conforming to others' expectations. This self-awareness and authenticity lead to fulfillment. Small steps add up through neuroplasticity. By repeating simple practices like taking mindful walks, we cement new neural pathways over time. Consistency matters more than duration. Even reluctant patients find these lifestyle tweaks effective. Combat negativity bias intentionally. We're bombarded with up to 10,000 marketing messages daily, predominantly negative. This can wire our brains to constant stress. Seeking positive inputs counteracts this, whether it's reading good books or avoiding toxic media. Our brains are shaped by what we expose them to. Live a lifetime daily. Dr. Nerurkar recommends devoting bits of each day to the important elements of life - childhood play, work, family, vacation, and retirement. This provides balance and meaning. Details like phone calls to loved ones count. Dr. Nerurkar offers science-based, actionable strategies to refocus our minds and lives. Tune into this episode of Travis Makes Friends to learn more about mastering stress, understanding neuroplasticity, and optimizing your well-being. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Eric Skwarczynski (@eskwarczynski) is a versatile media professional with a passion for storytelling. Over the past 7 years, he has worked in various roles, including videographer, photographer, writer, and graphic designer, taking him to over 20 states and 13 countries. His mission is to shed light on the important issue of mental, physical, and sexual abuse within Independent Baptist Churches. He hosts the Preacher Boys podcast, which launched in January 2020 and has since amassed millions of downloads. Content from his podcast has been featured on Peacock and CBC, and on his accompanying YouTube channel.  He has also launched a second YouTube channel, Film School’d, featuring directors, actors, writers, Academy Award-winning FX artists, and more film industry experts. Today, Eric is promoting the new documentary "Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals" which premieres on Investigation Discovery on November 24th and 25th of 2023. The four-part docuseries exposes predatory behavior within Independent Fundamental Baptist Churches and gives voice to survivors seeking justice. Featuring first-hand accounts from survivors like Ruthy Heiler, Kathy Durbin, and Amanda Householder, Let Us Prey offers crucial insight into the troubling culture within the IFB. Eric's testimony is also featured in the documentary, continuing his mission to shed light on abuse within Independent Baptist Churches. What Travis and Eric discussed: Why Eric started the Preacher Boys podcast to expose abuse and corruption in the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) church community he grew up in. He felt someone needed to uncover the problems, even though he was no longer part of the church. The upcoming documentary "Let Us Prey" on Investigation Discovery and HBO Max will shine a bigger spotlight on abuse in the IFB. Eric and others spent significant time being interviewed for it. According to Eric, the IFB attracts and enables abuse because of its authoritarian power structure, purity culture, and lack of accountability for leaders. It sends the message that abuse will be tolerated. Both Eric and Travis emphasize the importance of continual questioning and keeping an open mind, rather than sticking dogmatically to answers that can't be questioned. This prevents becoming trapped in harmful fundamentalist thinking. They feel empathy for Christians saddened by their deconversions but ultimately had to be honest about their beliefs. Mutual love and conversation matter more than agreement. This raw, revealing conversation exposed the rampant abuse and silencing in Christian fundamentalist circles, through Eric's courageous Preacher Boys podcast and the upcoming documentary "Let Us Prey." However, effecting real change requires questioning the system and speaking truth, with integrity and empathy. Travis and Eric model this by engaging kindly across deep divides. Listen to this entire inspiring episode if you want inspiration to fight injustice with compassion. By leading with moral courage, we can take away permission to abuse power, in churches or anywhere else. A better world is possible when we stand for truth empathetically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Skwarczynski (@eskwarczynski) is a versatile media professional with a passion for storytelling. Over the past 7 years, he has worked in various roles, including videographer, photographer, writer, and graphic designer, taking him to over 20 states and 13 countries. His mission is to shed light on the important issue of mental, physical, and sexual abuse within Independent Baptist Churches. He hosts the Preacher Boys podcast, which launched in January 2020 and has since amassed millions of downloads. Content from his podcast has been featured on Peacock and CBC, and on his accompanying YouTube channel.  He has also launched a second YouTube channel, Film School’d, featuring directors, actors, writers, Academy Award-winning FX artists, and more film industry experts. Today, Eric is promoting the new documentary "Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals" which premieres on Investigation Discovery on November 24th and 25th of 2023. The four-part docuseries exposes predatory behavior within Independent Fundamental Baptist Churches and gives voice to survivors seeking justice. Featuring first-hand accounts from survivors like Ruthy Heiler, Kathy Durbin, and Amanda Householder, Let Us Prey offers crucial insight into the troubling culture within the IFB. Eric's testimony is also featured in the documentary, continuing his mission to shed light on abuse within Independent Baptist Churches. What Travis and Eric discussed: Why Eric started the Preacher Boys podcast to expose abuse and corruption in the Independent Fundamental Baptist (IFB) church community he grew up in. He felt someone needed to uncover the problems, even though he was no longer part of the church. The upcoming documentary "Let Us Prey" on Investigation Discovery and HBO Max will shine a bigger spotlight on abuse in the IFB. Eric and others spent significant time being interviewed for it. According to Eric, the IFB attracts and enables abuse because of its authoritarian power structure, purity culture, and lack of accountability for leaders. It sends the message that abuse will be tolerated. Both Eric and Travis emphasize the importance of continual questioning and keeping an open mind, rather than sticking dogmatically to answers that can't be questioned. This prevents becoming trapped in harmful fundamentalist thinking. They feel empathy for Christians saddened by their deconversions but ultimately had to be honest about their beliefs. Mutual love and conversation matter more than agreement. This raw, revealing conversation exposed the rampant abuse and silencing in Christian fundamentalist circles, through Eric's courageous Preacher Boys podcast and the upcoming documentary "Let Us Prey." However, effecting real change requires questioning the system and speaking truth, with integrity and empathy. Travis and Eric model this by engaging kindly across deep divides. Listen to this entire inspiring episode if you want inspiration to fight injustice with compassion. By leading with moral courage, we can take away permission to abuse power, in churches or anywhere else. A better world is possible when we stand for truth empathetically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Stevie Hendrix (@stevie_hendrix) is a globally recognized digital creator who has spent almost a decade connecting with millions worldwide alongside his wife Sazan. Together, Stevie and Sazan invite their 'online fam' into their lives through social media, cultivating an engaged community centered around kindness. As a true influencer, Stevie's impact stretches far beyond the digital space. He has partnered with globally-recognized brands like Target, Disney, AMEX, and Macy's as a brand ambassador and spokesperson. His infectious positivity and compassion have struck a chord with followers and brands alike. Stevie and Sazan have been featured extensively in major publications, including Cosmopolitan, People, Forbes.com, and graced the covers of magazines like Austin Living and Magnify. At his core, Stevie aims to spread more love, joy and inspiration through his work - regardless of algorithms, platforms or ventures. He is dedicated to uplifting others and making a difference through the incredible reach of his digital profiles. Their book A Real Good Life will help you be more intentional with each hour of your day, build deeper connections, establish sustainable rhythms, recognize the value of reflecting, focusing, gathering, and resting, and inspire you to cherish life's gift in each moment. What Travis and Stevie Discussed: Work hard when you're young to set yourself up for success later. In your 20s, you have energy and time on your side that you won't have later when you have more responsibilities. Use that time to grind, take risks, and build skills that set you up for bigger success down the road. Have a vision for your work. Grinding just to grind accomplishes little. Understand the lifestyle you want in the future, and use the hustle of your younger years to build towards that vision. With a purpose behind it, hard work in your 20s pays off enormously later. Struggle now or struggle later - the struggle is inevitable. It's better to purposefully take on hard things when you're young and able to control the circumstances more. Putting off struggle until later only makes it more difficult. Embrace the necessary struggle on your terms. The hustle is about focused, quality work, not just quantity of hours. Work smarter by examining how you spend your time and cutting out unproductive activities. A few hours of deep focus outpaces unfocused work for 14+ hours. The hustle is about working intelligently. Cultivate the garden you have. Your life circumstances may not be ideal or what you envisioned, but you can still cultivate goodness daily. Start with the garden you have rather than wishing for a different plot - make the most of the gifts and people around you now. Stevie provides an inspiring perspective on making the most of your younger years and cultivating a life you love. For more insights, be sure to listen to the full conversation on the Travis Makes Friends podcast episode with Stevin and how his book "A Real Good Life expands on creating meaning through simple, daily moments. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stevie Hendrix (@stevie_hendrix) is a globally recognized digital creator who has spent almost a decade connecting with millions worldwide alongside his wife Sazan. Together, Stevie and Sazan invite their 'online fam' into their lives through social media, cultivating an engaged community centered around kindness. As a true influencer, Stevie's impact stretches far beyond the digital space. He has partnered with globally-recognized brands like Target, Disney, AMEX, and Macy's as a brand ambassador and spokesperson. His infectious positivity and compassion have struck a chord with followers and brands alike. Stevie and Sazan have been featured extensively in major publications, including Cosmopolitan, People, Forbes.com, and graced the covers of magazines like Austin Living and Magnify. At his core, Stevie aims to spread more love, joy and inspiration through his work - regardless of algorithms, platforms or ventures. He is dedicated to uplifting others and making a difference through the incredible reach of his digital profiles. Their book A Real Good Life will help you be more intentional with each hour of your day, build deeper connections, establish sustainable rhythms, recognize the value of reflecting, focusing, gathering, and resting, and inspire you to cherish life's gift in each moment. What Travis and Stevie Discussed: Work hard when you're young to set yourself up for success later. In your 20s, you have energy and time on your side that you won't have later when you have more responsibilities. Use that time to grind, take risks, and build skills that set you up for bigger success down the road. Have a vision for your work. Grinding just to grind accomplishes little. Understand the lifestyle you want in the future, and use the hustle of your younger years to build towards that vision. With a purpose behind it, hard work in your 20s pays off enormously later. Struggle now or struggle later - the struggle is inevitable. It's better to purposefully take on hard things when you're young and able to control the circumstances more. Putting off struggle until later only makes it more difficult. Embrace the necessary struggle on your terms. The hustle is about focused, quality work, not just quantity of hours. Work smarter by examining how you spend your time and cutting out unproductive activities. A few hours of deep focus outpaces unfocused work for 14+ hours. The hustle is about working intelligently. Cultivate the garden you have. Your life circumstances may not be ideal or what you envisioned, but you can still cultivate goodness daily. Start with the garden you have rather than wishing for a different plot - make the most of the gifts and people around you now. Stevie provides an inspiring perspective on making the most of your younger years and cultivating a life you love. For more insights, be sure to listen to the full conversation on the Travis Makes Friends podcast episode with Stevin and how his book "A Real Good Life expands on creating meaning through simple, daily moments. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ajit Nawalkha (@realcoachajit) is an accomplished author, podcaster, and entrepreneur focused on coaching and personal growth. As the co-founder of Evercoach by Mindvalley and the Global Grit Institute, Ajit has established himself as a leader in the coaching world. He is the talented author behind such books as "Live Big" and "The Book of Coaching," sharing his insights to inspire others to live purposeful and fulfilled lives. Ajit also hosts the popular podcast "Master Coaching with Ajit," where he delves into coaching best practices. With decades of experience founding, scaling, and optimizing businesses, Ajit brings a wealth of knowledge on topics like coaching, team building, systems, marketing, and more.  He works closely with select companies to catalyze positive change, cultivating workplaces and leaders that prioritize wealth, fulfillment, and making a difference. What Travis and Ajit discussed: Achieve clarity on what you truly want. Ajit realized he wanted to be healthy and energetic as he aged so he could keep up with his future grandkids. Once he got clear on his desire, he was able to make the lifestyle changes needed. Friendships require vulnerability and consistency over time. Ajit believes in developing deep, meaningful friendships built on trust rather than having many shallow connections. This requires being open and spending quality time together. Entrepreneurship fosters personal growth. Ajit was drawn to business because whether you succeed or fail, you will transform in some way. It pushes you to improve, unlike a regular job. Listen to your heart's desires, not society's. Don't let others dictate what you should want. Connect to your own inner wisdom about the life you wish to create. Take bold action when you realize your truth. After Ajit's "come to Jesus" moment on New Year's Eve, he made many major changes in alignment with his soul's purpose. Travis and Ajit dive deeper into many intriguing topics together, including friendship, entrepreneurship, coaching, and living a meaningful life. Tune in to gain more of Ajit's wisdom and insights from his fascinating personal journey.  Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ajit Nawalkha (@realcoachajit) is an accomplished author, podcaster, and entrepreneur focused on coaching and personal growth. As the co-founder of Evercoach by Mindvalley and the Global Grit Institute, Ajit has established himself as a leader in the coaching world. He is the talented author behind such books as "Live Big" and "The Book of Coaching," sharing his insights to inspire others to live purposeful and fulfilled lives. Ajit also hosts the popular podcast "Master Coaching with Ajit," where he delves into coaching best practices. With decades of experience founding, scaling, and optimizing businesses, Ajit brings a wealth of knowledge on topics like coaching, team building, systems, marketing, and more.  He works closely with select companies to catalyze positive change, cultivating workplaces and leaders that prioritize wealth, fulfillment, and making a difference. What Travis and Ajit discussed: Achieve clarity on what you truly want. Ajit realized he wanted to be healthy and energetic as he aged so he could keep up with his future grandkids. Once he got clear on his desire, he was able to make the lifestyle changes needed. Friendships require vulnerability and consistency over time. Ajit believes in developing deep, meaningful friendships built on trust rather than having many shallow connections. This requires being open and spending quality time together. Entrepreneurship fosters personal growth. Ajit was drawn to business because whether you succeed or fail, you will transform in some way. It pushes you to improve, unlike a regular job. Listen to your heart's desires, not society's. Don't let others dictate what you should want. Connect to your own inner wisdom about the life you wish to create. Take bold action when you realize your truth. After Ajit's "come to Jesus" moment on New Year's Eve, he made many major changes in alignment with his soul's purpose. Travis and Ajit dive deeper into many intriguing topics together, including friendship, entrepreneurship, coaching, and living a meaningful life. Tune in to gain more of Ajit's wisdom and insights from his fascinating personal journey.  Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jen Gottlieb (@jen_gottlieb) joins Travis Chappell in this inspiring episode of Travis Makes Friends to discuss her journey as an entrepreneur, speaker, and author. From auditioning for Broadway roles to creating a personal training business to manifesting her dream partner, Jen shares the ups and downs that eventually led her to where she is today. Before co-founding Super Connector Media, Jen Gottlieb was pursuing her dreams of becoming an actress in New York City. Her dedication led to landing a role in the Broadway National Tour of The Wedding Singer. But that was just the start of Jen's acting career. She went on to score a role on the hit VH1 TV series That Metal Show as "Miss Box of Junk", aka "The Vanna White of Rock and Roll". The only problem? Jen wasn't actually a fan of heavy metal music. After the show's cancellation and a breakup all in one week, Jen turned hardship into growth. She realized sometimes difficult times happen so transformation can too. Jen created the fulfillment, alignment, visibility and impact she dreamed of by fully stepping into the spotlight and letting the world see the real her.  Jen currently is promoting her new book: BE SEEN. Her book is the ultimate roadmap that will show you how to live out the life that you know you were meant to live. Not only will it help you build the confidence necessary to make this happen, it will equip you with all the essential tools you need to find your unique voice, build your brand, and live out loud! What Travis and Jen discussed: Why you need to take action to manifest your goals. Jen manifested huge milestones like booking her dream role and meeting her husband by not just visualizing what she wanted but also taking steps to make it happen. Manifesting requires putting yourself in the right situations and opportunities. How to turn rejection into fuel. Jen has faced rejection throughout her life, from losing out on acting roles to having book proposals turned down by publishers. But she used those rejections as motivation to keep taking action and work harder. Rejection is part of success. The importance of being yourself. Jen got cast on a TV show by showcasing her true personality, not the persona she thought they wanted. She lost herself playing a character on TV for years. Your authentic self will connect best with your audience. The reason behind never giving up. No matter how many setbacks Jen faced, she persisted in pursuing her goals. She knew what she wanted even as a child and never let anything stop her from achieving it. If you stay committed, you can create the life you envision. The truth about finding purpose. Jen thought her purpose was acting, but it evolved into motivational speaking which feels more aligned. Sometimes your purpose is not what you expect. Stay open and it will reveal itself. This conversation is perfect for any aspiring entrepreneur or creator. Be sure to listen to the full episode and feel inspired by Jen's story! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jen Gottlieb (@jen_gottlieb) joins Travis Chappell in this inspiring episode of Travis Makes Friends to discuss her journey as an entrepreneur, speaker, and author. From auditioning for Broadway roles to creating a personal training business to manifesting her dream partner, Jen shares the ups and downs that eventually led her to where she is today. Before co-founding Super Connector Media, Jen Gottlieb was pursuing her dreams of becoming an actress in New York City. Her dedication led to landing a role in the Broadway National Tour of The Wedding Singer. But that was just the start of Jen's acting career. She went on to score a role on the hit VH1 TV series That Metal Show as "Miss Box of Junk", aka "The Vanna White of Rock and Roll". The only problem? Jen wasn't actually a fan of heavy metal music. After the show's cancellation and a breakup all in one week, Jen turned hardship into growth. She realized sometimes difficult times happen so transformation can too. Jen created the fulfillment, alignment, visibility and impact she dreamed of by fully stepping into the spotlight and letting the world see the real her.  Jen currently is promoting her new book: BE SEEN. Her book is the ultimate roadmap that will show you how to live out the life that you know you were meant to live. Not only will it help you build the confidence necessary to make this happen, it will equip you with all the essential tools you need to find your unique voice, build your brand, and live out loud! What Travis and Jen discussed: Why you need to take action to manifest your goals. Jen manifested huge milestones like booking her dream role and meeting her husband by not just visualizing what she wanted but also taking steps to make it happen. Manifesting requires putting yourself in the right situations and opportunities. How to turn rejection into fuel. Jen has faced rejection throughout her life, from losing out on acting roles to having book proposals turned down by publishers. But she used those rejections as motivation to keep taking action and work harder. Rejection is part of success. The importance of being yourself. Jen got cast on a TV show by showcasing her true personality, not the persona she thought they wanted. She lost herself playing a character on TV for years. Your authentic self will connect best with your audience. The reason behind never giving up. No matter how many setbacks Jen faced, she persisted in pursuing her goals. She knew what she wanted even as a child and never let anything stop her from achieving it. If you stay committed, you can create the life you envision. The truth about finding purpose. Jen thought her purpose was acting, but it evolved into motivational speaking which feels more aligned. Sometimes your purpose is not what you expect. Stay open and it will reveal itself. This conversation is perfect for any aspiring entrepreneur or creator. Be sure to listen to the full episode and feel inspired by Jen's story! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

At just 26 years old, Aleric Heck (@alericheck) has already accomplished what most entrepreneurs only dream of. He started on YouTube over 14 years ago by creating AppFind, which grew into the largest app review channel at the time with over 500k subscribers. Now Aleric runs the highly successful 8-figure company AdOutreach, where he empowers entrepreneurs to harness the power of value-driven video and scale their businesses on YouTube. His clients have collectively generated multiple 9 figures in revenue. Aleric has received ClickFunnels prestigious 2CommaClub-X award, and AdOutreach was ranked the 87th fastest growing company in America by INC 5000. Leveraging his phenomenal results, Aleric has built several other ventures, acquired companies, and invested in businesses with a mission to empower entrepreneurs to share their ideas and solutions with the world. What Travis and Aleric discussed: Mistakes are inevitable when building a business. Rather than get discouraged, view mistakes as tuition you pay to learn. Refine based on data and feedback, but persist through failures on the path to success. Aleric made many mistakes starting his agency, but learned from them. Recurring revenue models are better for establishing long-term relationships and enterprise value versus one-off sales. Big companies obsess over recurring revenue for this reason. With one-off sales, each new deal feels like starting over. With recurring revenue, you continually earn trust. Running YouTube ads to your own public videos as in-stream ads can harm your channel's organic performance. The reason is that in-stream ads are skippable, so they negatively impact watch time metrics. However, in-feed ads that appear in search can boost discoverability without hurting watch time. When first starting out, it's best to niche down and focus on mastering one core skillset or service, then expand from there. This allows you to provide immense value in one area before branching out. Aleric started with a niche YouTube channel reviewing mobile apps, then leveraged that expertise to build his YouTube ads agency. To grow a YouTube channel with ads, first let your best-performing content rise organically. Then boost those top videos through in-feed ads targeted to your ideal audience. This amplifies reach while optimizing for watch time. Simply "boosting" without targeting is less effective. This is a fascinating discussion with YouTube ads expert Aleric Heck on the Travis Makes Friends podcast. To hear more expert entrepreneurial advice from Aleric and others, be sure to check out the full episode! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At just 26 years old, Aleric Heck (@alericheck) has already accomplished what most entrepreneurs only dream of. He started on YouTube over 14 years ago by creating AppFind, which grew into the largest app review channel at the time with over 500k subscribers. Now Aleric runs the highly successful 8-figure company AdOutreach, where he empowers entrepreneurs to harness the power of value-driven video and scale their businesses on YouTube. His clients have collectively generated multiple 9 figures in revenue. Aleric has received ClickFunnels prestigious 2CommaClub-X award, and AdOutreach was ranked the 87th fastest growing company in America by INC 5000. Leveraging his phenomenal results, Aleric has built several other ventures, acquired companies, and invested in businesses with a mission to empower entrepreneurs to share their ideas and solutions with the world. What Travis and Aleric discussed: Mistakes are inevitable when building a business. Rather than get discouraged, view mistakes as tuition you pay to learn. Refine based on data and feedback, but persist through failures on the path to success. Aleric made many mistakes starting his agency, but learned from them. Recurring revenue models are better for establishing long-term relationships and enterprise value versus one-off sales. Big companies obsess over recurring revenue for this reason. With one-off sales, each new deal feels like starting over. With recurring revenue, you continually earn trust. Running YouTube ads to your own public videos as in-stream ads can harm your channel's organic performance. The reason is that in-stream ads are skippable, so they negatively impact watch time metrics. However, in-feed ads that appear in search can boost discoverability without hurting watch time. When first starting out, it's best to niche down and focus on mastering one core skillset or service, then expand from there. This allows you to provide immense value in one area before branching out. Aleric started with a niche YouTube channel reviewing mobile apps, then leveraged that expertise to build his YouTube ads agency. To grow a YouTube channel with ads, first let your best-performing content rise organically. Then boost those top videos through in-feed ads targeted to your ideal audience. This amplifies reach while optimizing for watch time. Simply "boosting" without targeting is less effective. This is a fascinating discussion with YouTube ads expert Aleric Heck on the Travis Makes Friends podcast. To hear more expert entrepreneurial advice from Aleric and others, be sure to check out the full episode! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Natalie Friedman (@nataliefriedman) is a triple, or better yet quadruple-threat Actor, Comedian, and Voice Actor well known for her celebrity impressions and characters. Kim Kardashian, Cardi B, Chris Brown, Jamie Foxx, Entertainment Tonight, Complex magazine, and more have recognized and reshared her work. With a background in improv and Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theater (UCB), coupled with graduating from acting school William Esper Studio, Natalie has a plethora of acting experience and has recently taken the social media world by storm with her edgy comedy, with over 1M Instagram followers. Natalie speaks fluent Russian and has mastered dozens of internal accents and over 50 character/celebrity voices. Seems like all bets are on Natalie getting on SNL soon! What Travis and Natalie discussed: How to build a social media following over time: Natalie talks about how she slowly built up her social media presence over many years, starting from just a few thousand followers. It requires consistently creating and posting content, finding your niche, collaborating with others, and having some viral moments along the way. Rome wasn't built in a day. The importance of embracing failure and rejection: Natalie discusses bombing on stage and having shows where she considered giving up comedy. Pushing through failure and rejection is crucial for success in comedy, entrepreneurship, and most fields. Use failures as learning experiences. Why you should pursue your interests even if it means leaving people behind: Natalie left Minnesota to pursue comedy in NYC. Travis discusses leaving his religious upbringing to find "his people". Following your passion often means parting ways with some people from your past. The truth about loneliness and human connection: We are more digitally connected today yet often more lonely. Natalie emphasizes making relationships a priority, being open to new friendships, and not overly judging/labeling people. Go out, join groups, and meet people. Talk to strangers. How to collaborate with other creators: Natalie suggests reaching out through specific asks and ideas that add value, organically meeting people through your niche, and attending collab days to brainstorm content. Surround yourself with people pursuing similar interests. Do you ever feel like you don't quite fit in with the people around you? Are you pursuing big dreams that your current friends and family don't really understand? Well, you need to listen to Travis's inspirational chat with comedian Natalie Friedman to hear how she broke out of her small town in Minnesota to bravely pursue stand-up comedy and social media fame in the big cities of NYC and LA. Natalie offers real talk on pushing through rejection, collaborating with fellow creators, and the importance of human connection in this disconnected world. Travis also drops truth bombs on finding your tribe, even if it means leaving some people behind. Tune in to this empowering and entertaining episode to get motivated to confidently chase your purpose and connect with your real people! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Natalie Friedman (@nataliefriedman) is a triple, or better yet quadruple-threat Actor, Comedian, and Voice Actor well known for her celebrity impressions and characters. Kim Kardashian, Cardi B, Chris Brown, Jamie Foxx, Entertainment Tonight, Complex magazine, and more have recognized and reshared her work. With a background in improv and Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theater (UCB), coupled with graduating from acting school William Esper Studio, Natalie has a plethora of acting experience and has recently taken the social media world by storm with her edgy comedy, with over 1M Instagram followers. Natalie speaks fluent Russian and has mastered dozens of internal accents and over 50 character/celebrity voices. Seems like all bets are on Natalie getting on SNL soon! What Travis and Natalie discussed: How to build a social media following over time: Natalie talks about how she slowly built up her social media presence over many years, starting from just a few thousand followers. It requires consistently creating and posting content, finding your niche, collaborating with others, and having some viral moments along the way. Rome wasn't built in a day. The importance of embracing failure and rejection: Natalie discusses bombing on stage and having shows where she considered giving up comedy. Pushing through failure and rejection is crucial for success in comedy, entrepreneurship, and most fields. Use failures as learning experiences. Why you should pursue your interests even if it means leaving people behind: Natalie left Minnesota to pursue comedy in NYC. Travis discusses leaving his religious upbringing to find "his people". Following your passion often means parting ways with some people from your past. The truth about loneliness and human connection: We are more digitally connected today yet often more lonely. Natalie emphasizes making relationships a priority, being open to new friendships, and not overly judging/labeling people. Go out, join groups, and meet people. Talk to strangers. How to collaborate with other creators: Natalie suggests reaching out through specific asks and ideas that add value, organically meeting people through your niche, and attending collab days to brainstorm content. Surround yourself with people pursuing similar interests. Do you ever feel like you don't quite fit in with the people around you? Are you pursuing big dreams that your current friends and family don't really understand? Well, you need to listen to Travis's inspirational chat with comedian Natalie Friedman to hear how she broke out of her small town in Minnesota to bravely pursue stand-up comedy and social media fame in the big cities of NYC and LA. Natalie offers real talk on pushing through rejection, collaborating with fellow creators, and the importance of human connection in this disconnected world. Travis also drops truth bombs on finding your tribe, even if it means leaving some people behind. Tune in to this empowering and entertaining episode to get motivated to confidently chase your purpose and connect with your real people! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Adhrucia Apana (@adhrucia) is a Filmmaker and a Founder of the production company Curiosity Entertainment/GP of Curiosity Media Finance. Curiosity is home to the next production from famed television creator Mark Williams (Ozark) and "Funny Girl" written by Anthony McCarten (Theory of Everything, Bohemian Rhapsody) to be directed by Nisha Ganatra (High Note, Late Night). Her creative slate for Curiosity includes projects in conjunction with the Neese Brothers (The Umbrella Academy), Kevin Fox (Law & Order SVU, Raising Kanan), and a co-production with Alcon Entertainment and Nazrin Choudhary (Fear of the Walking Dead). Adhrucia's releases include the EMMY nominated, "The Survivor" starring Ben Foster directed by Barry Levinson, "Capone" starring Tom Hardy, and "Needle in a Timestack" starring Cynthia Ervo, Leslie Odom Jr, Orlando Bloom, and Freida Pinto-directed by John Ridley which she Executive Produced. Adhrucia has worked as an Executive in Film/TV supporting over 30 film and television shows. She graduated Cum Laude from the prestigious Carl H Linder Business Scholars program and is a conservatory-trained vocalist and thespian. Adhrucia is an active member of the diversity initiative lovingly called "Stone Soup" started by Rotten Tomatoes founder Patrick Lee and Goldhouse focused on elevating Asian and South Asian voices in the Entertainment Industry and beyond, and has served or been an advocate and volunteer for Los Angeles based non-profits Young Storytellers and Project Paper Bag. She is a founding member of the Producers Guild of America's Social Impact in Entertainment (SIE) board and an Advisory Board Member to the MOVE Network NFT Platform. What Travis and Adhrucia discussed: Adhrucia knew from a young age that she wanted to be a storyteller. Growing up traveling and being exposed to different cultures, she found that books, music, and TV shows were a common language that helped her connect with people from all backgrounds. This early passion for storytelling never left her, even when she pursued business in college. To succeed in Hollywood, you have to want it more than everybody else. Adhrucia stresses that it's not about talent, connections or who you know - it's about determination. The people who make it are the ones who simply want it the most and are willing to work harder than anyone else to achieve it. Learn the business side of your creative industry. Adhrucia went back to learn the money and economics of the entertainment business, even though she was initially allergic to anything financial. This allowed her to better understand how to create and sell her work, and gave her more creative freedom. Have confidence in a backup skill. Knowing she could rely on being a good salesperson or e-commerce entrepreneur gave Adhrucia the confidence to fully commit to producing instead of playing it safe with a side hustle. Develop expertise in multiple skills to increase your confidence. Redefine what success looks like for you. Adhrucia encourages creators to see money made from art, whether on YouTube, Vimeo or elsewhere, as success - not just traditionally-defined achievements like Oscars. Reframe your definition of success within your industry. To hear Adhrucia's story and advice for succeeding in entertainment straight from her, check out the full conversation on the Travis Makes Friends podcast. She shares how she overcame setbacks, made pivotal career decisions and continues innovating in a rapidly changing industry. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adhrucia Apana (@adhrucia) is a Filmmaker and a Founder of the production company Curiosity Entertainment/GP of Curiosity Media Finance. Curiosity is home to the next production from famed television creator Mark Williams (Ozark) and "Funny Girl" written by Anthony McCarten (Theory of Everything, Bohemian Rhapsody) to be directed by Nisha Ganatra (High Note, Late Night). Her creative slate for Curiosity includes projects in conjunction with the Neese Brothers (The Umbrella Academy), Kevin Fox (Law & Order SVU, Raising Kanan), and a co-production with Alcon Entertainment and Nazrin Choudhary (Fear of the Walking Dead). Adhrucia's releases include the EMMY nominated, "The Survivor" starring Ben Foster directed by Barry Levinson, "Capone" starring Tom Hardy, and "Needle in a Timestack" starring Cynthia Ervo, Leslie Odom Jr, Orlando Bloom, and Freida Pinto-directed by John Ridley which she Executive Produced. Adhrucia has worked as an Executive in Film/TV supporting over 30 film and television shows. She graduated Cum Laude from the prestigious Carl H Linder Business Scholars program and is a conservatory-trained vocalist and thespian. Adhrucia is an active member of the diversity initiative lovingly called "Stone Soup" started by Rotten Tomatoes founder Patrick Lee and Goldhouse focused on elevating Asian and South Asian voices in the Entertainment Industry and beyond, and has served or been an advocate and volunteer for Los Angeles based non-profits Young Storytellers and Project Paper Bag. She is a founding member of the Producers Guild of America's Social Impact in Entertainment (SIE) board and an Advisory Board Member to the MOVE Network NFT Platform. What Travis and Adhrucia discussed: Adhrucia knew from a young age that she wanted to be a storyteller. Growing up traveling and being exposed to different cultures, she found that books, music, and TV shows were a common language that helped her connect with people from all backgrounds. This early passion for storytelling never left her, even when she pursued business in college. To succeed in Hollywood, you have to want it more than everybody else. Adhrucia stresses that it's not about talent, connections or who you know - it's about determination. The people who make it are the ones who simply want it the most and are willing to work harder than anyone else to achieve it. Learn the business side of your creative industry. Adhrucia went back to learn the money and economics of the entertainment business, even though she was initially allergic to anything financial. This allowed her to better understand how to create and sell her work, and gave her more creative freedom. Have confidence in a backup skill. Knowing she could rely on being a good salesperson or e-commerce entrepreneur gave Adhrucia the confidence to fully commit to producing instead of playing it safe with a side hustle. Develop expertise in multiple skills to increase your confidence. Redefine what success looks like for you. Adhrucia encourages creators to see money made from art, whether on YouTube, Vimeo or elsewhere, as success - not just traditionally-defined achievements like Oscars. Reframe your definition of success within your industry. To hear Adhrucia's story and advice for succeeding in entertainment straight from her, check out the full conversation on the Travis Makes Friends podcast. She shares how she overcame setbacks, made pivotal career decisions and continues innovating in a rapidly changing industry. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This special mashup episode of Travis Makes Friends is jam-packed with insights from branding experts on how to build a memorable and influential brand. Tune in to get advice from an unconventional baseball team owner, a highly successful online marketer, and an entrepreneur who recently rebranded his company. You’ll come away with specific tips you can implement right away to make your brand stand out. Don’t miss these great insights from Jesse Cole, Billy Gene, and Patrick Bet-David.  Main takeaways: Be unapologetically yourself. Jesse Cole, owner of the Savannah Bananas baseball team, wears a bright yellow tuxedo to amplify his strengths. Figure out what makes you unique and lean into it fully. Confidence is key. Billy Gene shares how self-belief is critical but warns not to cross over into arrogance, where you think you can do everything alone. Have confidence in your abilities while remaining open to guidance. Constantly reinvent yourself. Patrick Bet-David explains how personal brands and businesses need to continually evolve just like people do as they mature and grow. Stagnation leads to irrelevance. Start now and refine over time. All three guests emphasize getting started on building your brand right away. You’ll identify what works through trial and error. Don’t overthink it or try to be perfect upfront. Focus on value. Billy Gene stresses that networking is about value exchange. Figure out how to add value to others through your skills and assets. Valuable people attract valuable relationships. This all-star panel will inspire you to put these tips into action to create a distinctive, magnetic brand. Tune in to Travis Makes Friends to build your confidence, expand your thinking, and propel your business growth. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This special mashup episode of Travis Makes Friends is jam-packed with insights from branding experts on how to build a memorable and influential brand. Tune in to get advice from an unconventional baseball team owner, a highly successful online marketer, and an entrepreneur who recently rebranded his company. You’ll come away with specific tips you can implement right away to make your brand stand out. Don’t miss these great insights from Jesse Cole, Billy Gene, and Patrick Bet-David.  Main takeaways: Be unapologetically yourself. Jesse Cole, owner of the Savannah Bananas baseball team, wears a bright yellow tuxedo to amplify his strengths. Figure out what makes you unique and lean into it fully. Confidence is key. Billy Gene shares how self-belief is critical but warns not to cross over into arrogance, where you think you can do everything alone. Have confidence in your abilities while remaining open to guidance. Constantly reinvent yourself. Patrick Bet-David explains how personal brands and businesses need to continually evolve just like people do as they mature and grow. Stagnation leads to irrelevance. Start now and refine over time. All three guests emphasize getting started on building your brand right away. You’ll identify what works through trial and error. Don’t overthink it or try to be perfect upfront. Focus on value. Billy Gene stresses that networking is about value exchange. Figure out how to add value to others through your skills and assets. Valuable people attract valuable relationships. This all-star panel will inspire you to put these tips into action to create a distinctive, magnetic brand. Tune in to Travis Makes Friends to build your confidence, expand your thinking, and propel your business growth. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Struggling to reach your potential? Shift your mindset and unlock your inner genius with this game-changing new book from Erwin McManus. Click here to get your copy.  Erwin McManus (@erwinmcmanus) is a renowned life architect, award-winning author, and artist, most recently releasing the groundbreaking book Mind Shift: It Doesn't Take a Genius to Think Like One. With over one million book sales and translations into multiple languages, he has captivated audiences in stadiums across seventy countries on five continents. His creative expertise has extended to consulting for esteemed organizations, from the NFL to the Pentagon. For three decades, McManus has advised CEOs, athletes, celebrities, and billion-dollar companies, helping them overcome limitations and unlock their personal genius. As the founder and lead pastor of Mosaic, a global spiritual movement, he has inspired millions and leads impactful humanitarian initiatives alongside his wife, Kim. McManus continues to coach leaders and entrepreneurs worldwide, sharing his wisdom through McManus Mastermind and The Seven Frequencies of Communication.  What Erwin and Travis discussed:  Why questioning your beliefs is crucial for growth. Erwin discussed how constantly questioning his own beliefs and assumptions, even those he felt strongly about, opened him up to new possibilities and prevented him from getting stuck in rigid thinking. This willingness to question oneself is vital for continuous learning and development. How to have thoughtful conversations with people of differing beliefs. Erwin emphasized relating to others through shared longings and questions rather than trying to prove yourself right. Asking good questions and listening intently creates a connection. The importance of internal structures for success. Erwin explained how developing strong mental frameworks, virtues, and habits were key to his achievements, especially coming from a disadvantage. Talent alone won't suffice - building internal structures is essential. The reason behind choosing kindness as a guiding principle. For Erwin, deciding at a young age to pursue kindness shaped his character enormously. He held onto this commitment despite being told it would make him weak, as integrity mattered more. The truth about certainty and humility. Erwin stressed that he doesn't believe he is absolutely right about anything. True confidence comes from recognizing your fallibility and being willing to change based on new information. Arrogance fears being questioned, while humility invites it. Feeling stuck in your life and career? It's time for a mind shift. Unlock your inner genius and reach your full potential with this transformative conversation with pastor and thought leader Erwin McManus. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Struggling to reach your potential? Shift your mindset and unlock your inner genius with this game-changing new book from Erwin McManus. Click here to get your copy.  Erwin McManus (@erwinmcmanus) is a renowned life architect, award-winning author, and artist, most recently releasing the groundbreaking book Mind Shift: It Doesn't Take a Genius to Think Like One. With over one million book sales and translations into multiple languages, he has captivated audiences in stadiums across seventy countries on five continents. His creative expertise has extended to consulting for esteemed organizations, from the NFL to the Pentagon. For three decades, McManus has advised CEOs, athletes, celebrities, and billion-dollar companies, helping them overcome limitations and unlock their personal genius. As the founder and lead pastor of Mosaic, a global spiritual movement, he has inspired millions and leads impactful humanitarian initiatives alongside his wife, Kim. McManus continues to coach leaders and entrepreneurs worldwide, sharing his wisdom through McManus Mastermind and The Seven Frequencies of Communication.  What Erwin and Travis discussed:  Why questioning your beliefs is crucial for growth. Erwin discussed how constantly questioning his own beliefs and assumptions, even those he felt strongly about, opened him up to new possibilities and prevented him from getting stuck in rigid thinking. This willingness to question oneself is vital for continuous learning and development. How to have thoughtful conversations with people of differing beliefs. Erwin emphasized relating to others through shared longings and questions rather than trying to prove yourself right. Asking good questions and listening intently creates a connection. The importance of internal structures for success. Erwin explained how developing strong mental frameworks, virtues, and habits were key to his achievements, especially coming from a disadvantage. Talent alone won't suffice - building internal structures is essential. The reason behind choosing kindness as a guiding principle. For Erwin, deciding at a young age to pursue kindness shaped his character enormously. He held onto this commitment despite being told it would make him weak, as integrity mattered more. The truth about certainty and humility. Erwin stressed that he doesn't believe he is absolutely right about anything. True confidence comes from recognizing your fallibility and being willing to change based on new information. Arrogance fears being questioned, while humility invites it. Feeling stuck in your life and career? It's time for a mind shift. Unlock your inner genius and reach your full potential with this transformative conversation with pastor and thought leader Erwin McManus. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Get ready to learn how to get what you want out of life on this special mashup episode of Travis Makes Friends! Today, we'll hear the best advice from previous guests on setting and achieving your biggest goals and dreams. From exercising the power of intention to embracing bold action, you'll come away with practical tips for manifesting your desires. In this Midweek Mashup, we feature clips from David Meltzer, Jason Harris, and Chris Voss. On this episode: The truth about using faith as currency (David Meltzer) - Consistently applying your faith through positive thoughts, words, beliefs, and actions attracts desired outcomes because it puts intentional energy into manifesting your goals. Why you should play the long game (Jason Harris) - Gaining industry experience and financial resources before starting your venture prevents desperation-based decisions and enables smart strategy from a position of strength. It's important to take time to learn and prepare. The reason behind operating with generosity (Jason Harris) - Freely sharing knowledge, contacts, and value without expecting direct reciprocation expands your network and opportunities because goodwill and relationships boomerang back when you help others. The Importance of applying tactical empathy (Chris Voss) - Demonstrating an understanding of others' perspectives disarms them and opens them to your influence because it makes people feel heard, so their guard goes down. Mutual understanding brings cooperation. How asking calibrated questions gets collaboration (Chris Voss) - Saying "How am I supposed to do that?" instead of an outright "no" makes the other party consider your position because a collaborative, curious tone sparks cooperation. Questions invite perspective-taking. Want to pick up proven techniques for manifesting and taking action on your biggest life goals? Make sure to listen to this episode featuring expert insights on getting what you want! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready to learn how to get what you want out of life on this special mashup episode of Travis Makes Friends! Today, we'll hear the best advice from previous guests on setting and achieving your biggest goals and dreams. From exercising the power of intention to embracing bold action, you'll come away with practical tips for manifesting your desires. In this Midweek Mashup, we feature clips from David Meltzer, Jason Harris, and Chris Voss. On this episode: The truth about using faith as currency (David Meltzer) - Consistently applying your faith through positive thoughts, words, beliefs, and actions attracts desired outcomes because it puts intentional energy into manifesting your goals. Why you should play the long game (Jason Harris) - Gaining industry experience and financial resources before starting your venture prevents desperation-based decisions and enables smart strategy from a position of strength. It's important to take time to learn and prepare. The reason behind operating with generosity (Jason Harris) - Freely sharing knowledge, contacts, and value without expecting direct reciprocation expands your network and opportunities because goodwill and relationships boomerang back when you help others. The Importance of applying tactical empathy (Chris Voss) - Demonstrating an understanding of others' perspectives disarms them and opens them to your influence because it makes people feel heard, so their guard goes down. Mutual understanding brings cooperation. How asking calibrated questions gets collaboration (Chris Voss) - Saying "How am I supposed to do that?" instead of an outright "no" makes the other party consider your position because a collaborative, curious tone sparks cooperation. Questions invite perspective-taking. Want to pick up proven techniques for manifesting and taking action on your biggest life goals? Make sure to listen to this episode featuring expert insights on getting what you want! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Travis Makes Friends, Travis interviews Jeff and Kara Smith, co-founders of Colorado Craft Beef (@coloradocraftbeef). Their business carries on the century-old ranching tradition started by Kara's great-great-grandfather when he settled on the eastern Colorado plains in 1917, drawn by the expansive grasslands. Today, their headquarters sits just half a mile from that original homestead, spanning over 5,000 acres. Under Kara's leadership, they have shifted to a direct-to-consumer model that connects customers nationwide to their heritage of sustainable cattle-raising and land stewardship. Colorado Craft Beef has raised cattle in the same place for over a hundred years, with practices like using horses for cattle work to reduce stress and impact. Wildlife still thrives on the ranch alongside the cattle. Jeff and Kara aim not only to produce quality beef but also to pass on their dedication to responsible ranching for future generations. As innovators in the meat delivery space, they continue surpassing customer expectations nationwide with subscription boxes showcasing their commitment to time-honored principles  Discover the unparalleled taste and quality of Colorado Craft Beef. As rising leaders in the US meat delivery ranch-to-table space, we continue to surpass our customers' expectations and offer subscriptions nationwide. Elevate your dining experience with our curated burger and steak boxes, and savor how we use innovative, responsible animal and land management practices to create a delicious, high-quality protein source for you and your family. Visit:coloradocraftbeef.com/travis-makes-friends What Jeff, Kara, and Travis discussed: Why relationships matter more than profits. Jeff and Kara focus on creating win-win partnerships rather than trying to undercut competitors. They help other producers succeed because, ultimately, it's better for the industry. How to turn an idea into reality. It takes persistence to go from concept to execution. Jeff and Kara had doubts initially but kept working through problems. Now, their business is rapidly expanding. The importance of finding aligned investors. Jeff and Kara partnered with Jocko Willink not just for money but for shared values and marketing reach. Smart money comes from those who care. The reason behind controlling your supply chain. By acquiring its own harvest facility, Colorado Craft Beef stabilizes production and ensures quality. Owning key assets protects the customer experience. The truth about beef labels. Terms like "grass-fed" and "organic" are costly marketing ploys. For quality and transparency, Jeff recommends buying directly from local producers you trust. Jeff and Kara Smith share their story of continuing a century-old ranching tradition. In this episode of Travis Makes Friends, the Smiths give motivational stories and practical tips on turning ideas into reality, finding aligned investors, controlling your supply chain, and seeing through beef label marketing fluff.  Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Travis Makes Friends, Travis interviews Jeff and Kara Smith, co-founders of Colorado Craft Beef (@coloradocraftbeef). Their business carries on the century-old ranching tradition started by Kara's great-great-grandfather when he settled on the eastern Colorado plains in 1917, drawn by the expansive grasslands. Today, their headquarters sits just half a mile from that original homestead, spanning over 5,000 acres. Under Kara's leadership, they have shifted to a direct-to-consumer model that connects customers nationwide to their heritage of sustainable cattle-raising and land stewardship. Colorado Craft Beef has raised cattle in the same place for over a hundred years, with practices like using horses for cattle work to reduce stress and impact. Wildlife still thrives on the ranch alongside the cattle. Jeff and Kara aim not only to produce quality beef but also to pass on their dedication to responsible ranching for future generations. As innovators in the meat delivery space, they continue surpassing customer expectations nationwide with subscription boxes showcasing their commitment to time-honored principles  Discover the unparalleled taste and quality of Colorado Craft Beef. As rising leaders in the US meat delivery ranch-to-table space, we continue to surpass our customers' expectations and offer subscriptions nationwide. Elevate your dining experience with our curated burger and steak boxes, and savor how we use innovative, responsible animal and land management practices to create a delicious, high-quality protein source for you and your family. Visit:coloradocraftbeef.com/travis-makes-friends What Jeff, Kara, and Travis discussed: Why relationships matter more than profits. Jeff and Kara focus on creating win-win partnerships rather than trying to undercut competitors. They help other producers succeed because, ultimately, it's better for the industry. How to turn an idea into reality. It takes persistence to go from concept to execution. Jeff and Kara had doubts initially but kept working through problems. Now, their business is rapidly expanding. The importance of finding aligned investors. Jeff and Kara partnered with Jocko Willink not just for money but for shared values and marketing reach. Smart money comes from those who care. The reason behind controlling your supply chain. By acquiring its own harvest facility, Colorado Craft Beef stabilizes production and ensures quality. Owning key assets protects the customer experience. The truth about beef labels. Terms like "grass-fed" and "organic" are costly marketing ploys. For quality and transparency, Jeff recommends buying directly from local producers you trust. Jeff and Kara Smith share their story of continuing a century-old ranching tradition. In this episode of Travis Makes Friends, the Smiths give motivational stories and practical tips on turning ideas into reality, finding aligned investors, controlling your supply chain, and seeing through beef label marketing fluff.  Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Freestyle Friday on the Travis Makes Friends podcast, Travis shares tips on how to be a better podcast interviewer. Travis also provides insights on avoiding common mistakes like conversational narcissism, lack of preparation, and feigning interest. The episode features clips from Joe Rogan, Jordan Peterson, and Conan O'Brien with Larry King. If you want to interview the people you actually want on your show, get celebrity endorsements & access direct custom advice on your content, podcast, or business so you can start getting paid for what you create - for just $1, visit: http://www.fulltimecreator.co In this episode: Avoid conversational narcissism: Don't constantly steer the conversation back to yourself. Use "support responses" that encourage guests to continue their story. Properly prepare for interviews: Do more than just read a book cover or website bio. Research guests by listening to other podcast episodes, reading their books, and reviewing their social media accounts all the way back to the beginning.  Have genuine curiosity: Ask great questions that show interest in the topic and respect the guest. If you lack interest, you may need to change topics or guests. If you want to learn more tips to conduct great interviews that engage listeners, make sure to listen to this episode of Freestyle Friday on the Travis Makes Friends podcast. Travis provides practical advice to help anyone become a better podcaster and interviewer. Head to www.fulltimecreator.co  if you need help growing and monetizing your online audience as a creator.  Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Full Time Creator on IG: @fulltimecreator Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday on the Travis Makes Friends podcast, Travis shares tips on how to be a better podcast interviewer. Travis also provides insights on avoiding common mistakes like conversational narcissism, lack of preparation, and feigning interest. The episode features clips from Joe Rogan, Jordan Peterson, and Conan O'Brien with Larry King. If you want to interview the people you actually want on your show, get celebrity endorsements & access direct custom advice on your content, podcast, or business so you can start getting paid for what you create - for just $1, visit: http://www.fulltimecreator.co In this episode: Avoid conversational narcissism: Don't constantly steer the conversation back to yourself. Use "support responses" that encourage guests to continue their story. Properly prepare for interviews: Do more than just read a book cover or website bio. Research guests by listening to other podcast episodes, reading their books, and reviewing their social media accounts all the way back to the beginning.  Have genuine curiosity: Ask great questions that show interest in the topic and respect the guest. If you lack interest, you may need to change topics or guests. If you want to learn more tips to conduct great interviews that engage listeners, make sure to listen to this episode of Freestyle Friday on the Travis Makes Friends podcast. Travis provides practical advice to help anyone become a better podcaster and interviewer. Head to www.fulltimecreator.co if you need help growing and monetizing your online audience as a creator.  Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Full Time Creator on IG: @fulltimecreator Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Travis Makes Friends is back with another insightful mashup episode, this time diving deep into the topic of hustle culture. Travis brings together perspectives from three influential guests - Ed Mylett, Jefferson Bethke, and Keala Kanae - to uncover the truth about hustling and what it really takes to find meaning and success. In this episode:  Why balance is a fallacy, according to Ed Mylett (@edmylett). He explains that extremity expands capacity - the more you push in one area, the more it expands your ability in another. Rather than balance, he advises to "be where your feet are" and focus completely on the task at hand. Why hustle culture is toxic, according to Jefferson Bethke (@jeffersonbethke). He explains how making work about identity rather than material production is a new phenomenon that correlates with surging anxiety and depression rates. Also, Jefferson views social media as a "family photo album." It's normal to share highlights, but problematic to constantly compare your daily life to others' best moments. The solution is moderation, not manufacturing experiences just for social media. The importance of linking your values to things you don't enjoy, from Keala Kanae (@kealakanae). When you consciously connect daily tasks to your core values, you can learn to love what you do. This mindset shift saved Keala from depression and helped him become a successful entrepreneur. Dive into this thought-provoking episode to gain a nuanced perspective on hustle culture, values-based living, and what it really takes to find meaning and success as an entrepreneur. Don't just hustle - listen to this episode and focus on what matters most. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travis Makes Friends is back with another insightful mashup episode, this time diving deep into the topic of hustle culture. Travis brings together perspectives from three influential guests - Ed Mylett, Jefferson Bethke, and Keala Kanae - to uncover the truth about hustling and what it really takes to find meaning and success. In this episode:  Why balance is a fallacy, according to Ed Mylett (@edmylett). He explains that extremity expands capacity - the more you push in one area, the more it expands your ability in another. Rather than balance, he advises to "be where your feet are" and focus completely on the task at hand. Why hustle culture is toxic, according to Jefferson Bethke (@jeffersonbethke). He explains how making work about identity rather than material production is a new phenomenon that correlates with surging anxiety and depression rates. Also, Jefferson views social media as a "family photo album." It's normal to share highlights, but problematic to constantly compare your daily life to others' best moments. The solution is moderation, not manufacturing experiences just for social media. The importance of linking your values to things you don't enjoy, from Keala Kanae (@kealakanae). When you consciously connect daily tasks to your core values, you can learn to love what you do. This mindset shift saved Keala from depression and helped him become a successful entrepreneur. Dive into this thought-provoking episode to gain a nuanced perspective on hustle culture, values-based living, and what it really takes to find meaning and success as an entrepreneur. Don't just hustle - listen to this episode and focus on what matters most. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. John Jaquish (@drjaquish) is an acclaimed inventor and researcher who has dedicated his career to developing innovative healthcare technologies. As the inventor of the world's most effective bone density-building medical device, Dr. Jaquish's groundbreaking work has been described as "Tony Stark-like" by the media. His first major invention is now used in partnership with Tony Robbins and OsteoStrong clinics worldwide to help patients rapidly improve bone density. Driven by discoveries from this work, Dr. Jaquish went on to invent X3, a technology proven to build muscle much faster than conventional weight training with minimal joint strain. With a focus on optimizing human performance and health, Dr. Jaquish's methods are used for elite training by athletes in the NFL, NBA, Olympics, and entire organizations like the Miami Heat. Dr. Jaquish holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering and continues to research and innovate new solutions that push the limits of exercise science and sports medicine. He’s also the author of Weight Lifting Is a Waste of Time, a Wall Street Journal Best Seller.  What Travis and Dr. Jaquish discussed: How to build strong bones without injury risk: Dr. Jaquish developed osteogenic loading, which uses axial compression to provide powerful bone stimulus without the impact injuries of high-intensity athletics. This can reverse and prevent bone loss. Why calcium supplements can worsen bone loss: The reason behind this is your body regulates calcium levels, so excess calcium from supplements can signal your bones to release more calcium. The importance of an animal-based diet for bone health: Dr. Jaquish explains that vegan diets destroy bone health due to anti-nutrients in plant foods that weaken bones. An animal-based diet maintains bone density. The truth about the corrupt food pyramid guidelines: Dr. Jaquish reveals the government promotes high-carb diets for cost reasons, not for public health. He advises limiting carbs. Why artificial sweeteners aren't risk-free: The reason behind this is that sucralose and aspartame are linked to cancer risks. Dr. Jaquish advises limiting the intake of these sweeteners. If you want the uncensored truth about building strong bones, tuning out corrupt government guidelines, and eating for optimal health, you need to listen to this interview with Dr. John Jaquish, as he pulls no punches, exposing the lies we've been told about nutrition. He reveals shocking realities about veganism, artificial sweeteners, the cold plunge, supplements and, the bogus food pyramid designed to make Americans weak and sick.  Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. John Jaquish (@drjaquish) is an acclaimed inventor and researcher who has dedicated his career to developing innovative healthcare technologies. As the inventor of the world's most effective bone density-building medical device, Dr. Jaquish's groundbreaking work has been described as "Tony Stark-like" by the media. His first major invention is now used in partnership with Tony Robbins and OsteoStrong clinics worldwide to help patients rapidly improve bone density. Driven by discoveries from this work, Dr. Jaquish went on to invent X3, a technology proven to build muscle much faster than conventional weight training with minimal joint strain. With a focus on optimizing human performance and health, Dr. Jaquish's methods are used for elite training by athletes in the NFL, NBA, Olympics, and entire organizations like the Miami Heat. Dr. Jaquish holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering and continues to research and innovate new solutions that push the limits of exercise science and sports medicine. He’s also the author of Weight Lifting Is a Waste of Time, a Wall Street Journal Best Seller.  What Travis and Dr. Jaquish discussed: How to build strong bones without injury risk: Dr. Jaquish developed osteogenic loading, which uses axial compression to provide powerful bone stimulus without the impact injuries of high-intensity athletics. This can reverse and prevent bone loss. Why calcium supplements can worsen bone loss: The reason behind this is your body regulates calcium levels, so excess calcium from supplements can signal your bones to release more calcium. The importance of an animal-based diet for bone health: Dr. Jaquish explains that vegan diets destroy bone health due to anti-nutrients in plant foods that weaken bones. An animal-based diet maintains bone density. The truth about the corrupt food pyramid guidelines: Dr. Jaquish reveals the government promotes high-carb diets for cost reasons, not for public health. He advises limiting carbs. Why artificial sweeteners aren't risk-free: The reason behind this is that sucralose and aspartame are linked to cancer risks. Dr. Jaquish advises limiting the intake of these sweeteners. If you want the uncensored truth about building strong bones, tuning out corrupt government guidelines, and eating for optimal health, you need to listen to this interview with Dr. John Jaquish, as he pulls no punches, exposing the lies we've been told about nutrition. He reveals shocking realities about veganism, artificial sweeteners, the cold plunge, supplements and, the bogus food pyramid designed to make Americans weak and sick.  Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we feature clips from my conversation with crypto expert Dan Fleyshman on the future outlook for cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and digital assets like NFTs (non-fungible tokens). As these alternative digital assets continue to evolve, it's valuable to gain perspective on where they might be headed in 2023 and beyond. In this episode: The hype around random NFT art is fading, but NFTs still have practical utility for brands and companies. Major corporations like Starbucks and Ferrari are embracing them. The importance of NFTs providing real-world utility beyond just digital art. NFTs with practical applications will have more longevity. While many cryptocurrencies exist, Bitcoin and Ethereum appear here to stay due to their functionality and adoption. The reason behind Bitcoin's limited supply driving up demand. As more entities acquire Bitcoin, supply shrinks, making Bitcoin potentially more scarce and valuable long-term. How Bitcoin's volatility makes it higher risk short-term but lower risk long-term due to its track record and inevitability. Time in the market is more important than timing the market. The truth about the proliferation of cryptocurrencies. While many exist, only a small percentage have real-world utility and will thrive. The focus should be on cryptocurrencies solving real problems. This episode provides a balanced look at the realities and potential behind cryptocurrency and NFTs. While the future is uncertain, these insights can guide us toward more informed decisions in this evolving landscape. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we feature clips from my conversation with crypto expert Dan Fleyshman on the future outlook for cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and digital assets like NFTs (non-fungible tokens). As these alternative digital assets continue to evolve, it's valuable to gain perspective on where they might be headed in 2023 and beyond. In this episode: The hype around random NFT art is fading, but NFTs still have practical utility for brands and companies. Major corporations like Starbucks and Ferrari are embracing them. The importance of NFTs providing real-world utility beyond just digital art. NFTs with practical applications will have more longevity. While many cryptocurrencies exist, Bitcoin and Ethereum appear here to stay due to their functionality and adoption. The reason behind Bitcoin's limited supply driving up demand. As more entities acquire Bitcoin, supply shrinks, making Bitcoin potentially more scarce and valuable long-term. How Bitcoin's volatility makes it higher risk short-term but lower risk long-term due to its track record and inevitability. Time in the market is more important than timing the market. The truth about the proliferation of cryptocurrencies. While many exist, only a small percentage have real-world utility and will thrive. The focus should be on cryptocurrencies solving real problems. This episode provides a balanced look at the realities and potential behind cryptocurrency and NFTs. While the future is uncertain, these insights can guide us toward more informed decisions in this evolving landscape. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's mashup of Travis Makes Friends, we dive into the topic of how to build real, sustainable confidence. We went back into the archives and pulled out clips from interviews with Lori Harder, Ed Mylett, and Aubrey Marcus, where they each share their unique perspectives on developing true confidence. After listening, you'll walk away with a toolbox of proven mindset shifts and practical strategies from these experts that you can start applying to your life immediately to transform your self-belief. In this week’s mashup: Why facing your fears is crucial for building confidence:  Lori Harder (@loriharder) explains that overcoming fear was the first step she had to take to build her confidence. Whether it was fear of judgment, fear of failure, or fear of panic attacks, facing those fears head-on and moving through them allowed her to expand her comfort zone and believe in herself. Pushing past your fears helps reprogram your beliefs about what you are capable of. How to balance self-confidence with humility:  Ed Mylett  (@edmylett) highlights the importance of tempering self-confidence with humility. Arrogance and ego can be confidence killers. Staying humble, curious, and open to learning helps sustain confidence in the long run. According to Ed, surrounding yourself with people who "live at higher temperatures" in areas where you want to grow is key. How to program your mind for confidence: Ed Mylett details how adversity in childhood shaped his ability to read people and make them feel good - superpowers that built his confidence. He gives specific tips for reprogramming your RAS (reticular activating system) to boost self-belief. Mastering your mental patterns is key to unlocking confidence. The reason behind testing yourself:  Aubrey Marcus (@aubreymarcus) explains that putting yourself in challenging situations expands your capacity and builds confidence. It reveals your edges and exposes your weaknesses so you can grow. Things like cold plunges, intense workouts, and vulnerability in relationships build emotional resilience. Progress requires some discomfort - stay committed. The truth about open relationships and confidence:  Aubrey Marcus shares how his open relationship forced him to confront his need for external validation. His confidence took a hit initially. But it ultimately freed him from needing others' approval and helped him rely on his self-worth. Open relationships build confidence through extreme emotional training. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's mashup of Travis Makes Friends, we dive into the topic of how to build real, sustainable confidence. We went back into the archives and pulled out clips from interviews with Lori Harder, Ed Mylett, and Aubrey Marcus, where they each share their unique perspectives on developing true confidence. After listening, you'll walk away with a toolbox of proven mindset shifts and practical strategies from these experts that you can start applying to your life immediately to transform your self-belief. In this week’s mashup: Why facing your fears is crucial for building confidence:  Lori Harder (@loriharder) explains that overcoming fear was the first step she had to take to build her confidence. Whether it was fear of judgment, fear of failure, or fear of panic attacks, facing those fears head-on and moving through them allowed her to expand her comfort zone and believe in herself. Pushing past your fears helps reprogram your beliefs about what you are capable of. How to balance self-confidence with humility:  Ed Mylett (@edmylett) highlights the importance of tempering self-confidence with humility. Arrogance and ego can be confidence killers. Staying humble, curious, and open to learning helps sustain confidence in the long run. According to Ed, surrounding yourself with people who "live at higher temperatures" in areas where you want to grow is key. How to program your mind for confidence: Ed Mylett details how adversity in childhood shaped his ability to read people and make them feel good - superpowers that built his confidence. He gives specific tips for reprogramming your RAS (reticular activating system) to boost self-belief. Mastering your mental patterns is key to unlocking confidence. The reason behind testing yourself:  Aubrey Marcus (@aubreymarcus) explains that putting yourself in challenging situations expands your capacity and builds confidence. It reveals your edges and exposes your weaknesses so you can grow. Things like cold plunges, intense workouts, and vulnerability in relationships build emotional resilience. Progress requires some discomfort - stay committed. The truth about open relationships and confidence:  Aubrey Marcus shares how his open relationship forced him to confront his need for external validation. His confidence took a hit initially. But it ultimately freed him from needing others' approval and helped him rely on his self-worth. Open relationships build confidence through extreme emotional training. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rebecca Zung (@rebeccazung) has been recognized as one of the Best Lawyers in America by U.S. News and is a globally recognized expert on negotiating with narcissists, with over 35 million views on YouTube in just two years. Rebecca created the SLAY® Negotiation Method and is the author of the upcoming book SLAY the Bully: How to Negotiate with a Narcissist and Win, which features a foreword by Chris Voss. She has also written two bestselling books: Negotiate Like You M.A.T.T.E.R.: The Sure Fire Method to Step Up and Win, with a foreword by Robert Shapiro, and Breaking Free: A Step-by-Step Divorce Guide for Achieving Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Freedom. Rebecca is frequently called upon to provide her perspective in media outlets, including Extra, Forbes, Huffington Post, Newsweek, Time, Dr. Drew, and Ed Mylett’s Podcast.  Her podcast, Negotiate Your Best Life, is ranked in the top 0.5% of all podcasts globally. Along with In-N-Out Burger owner Lynsi Snyder Ellingson, Rebecca founded Slay Legal Aid, a 501c3 that provides legal aid to those in need. What Travis and Rebecca discussed: Why Consistency is Key: Rebecca explains that it took her around 10 years of consistently speaking at networking events, publishing articles, and building her brand before she reached a point where she no longer had to market her law practice actively. This shows the importance of sticking with marketing and branding efforts over the long haul rather than giving up after just a few attempts. How to Leverage Relationships: Rebecca highlights how key relationships, like the one with her best friend who encouraged her and the woman who gave her an existing law practice, were pivotal moments that helped propel her forward.  The Reason Behind Rebecca's Pivot: After building a very successful law practice, Rebecca explains she merged it with others because she was burnt out. This shows that even when something is going well, don't be afraid to make a change if it no longer aligns with your passion and purpose. Why Negotiating with a Narcissist is Challenging: Rebecca explains that narcissists see things as black and white, and their goal is often not just to win but to make the other person lose. She notes that trying to negotiate with a narcissist rationally typically doesn't work because they are focused on their own self-interest and "narcissistic supply." Rebecca suggests figuring out what matters most to the narcissist and using that as leverage when negotiating. How to Turn Setbacks into Opportunities: When a business partnership went south, Rebecca used it as motivation to double down on her strengths. She refined her negotiation program, embraced online marketing, and ultimately built a thriving business that allowed her to make a bigger impact. If you want to learn tactical strategies for achieving your biggest goals, listen to this podcast episode featuring lawyer-turned-entrepreneur Rebecca Zung. You'll discover how her grit and ability to turn setbacks into opportunities ultimately led to the thriving business she has today. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rebecca Zung (@rebeccazung) has been recognized as one of the Best Lawyers in America by U.S. News and is a globally recognized expert on negotiating with narcissists, with over 35 million views on YouTube in just two years. Rebecca created the SLAY® Negotiation Method and is the author of the upcoming book SLAY the Bully: How to Negotiate with a Narcissist and Win, which features a foreword by Chris Voss. She has also written two bestselling books: Negotiate Like You M.A.T.T.E.R.: The Sure Fire Method to Step Up and Win, with a foreword by Robert Shapiro, and Breaking Free: A Step-by-Step Divorce Guide for Achieving Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Freedom. Rebecca is frequently called upon to provide her perspective in media outlets, including Extra, Forbes, Huffington Post, Newsweek, Time, Dr. Drew, and Ed Mylett’s Podcast.  Her podcast, Negotiate Your Best Life, is ranked in the top 0.5% of all podcasts globally. Along with In-N-Out Burger owner Lynsi Snyder Ellingson, Rebecca founded Slay Legal Aid, a 501c3 that provides legal aid to those in need. What Travis and Rebecca discussed: Why Consistency is Key: Rebecca explains that it took her around 10 years of consistently speaking at networking events, publishing articles, and building her brand before she reached a point where she no longer had to market her law practice actively. This shows the importance of sticking with marketing and branding efforts over the long haul rather than giving up after just a few attempts. How to Leverage Relationships: Rebecca highlights how key relationships, like the one with her best friend who encouraged her and the woman who gave her an existing law practice, were pivotal moments that helped propel her forward.  The Reason Behind Rebecca's Pivot: After building a very successful law practice, Rebecca explains she merged it with others because she was burnt out. This shows that even when something is going well, don't be afraid to make a change if it no longer aligns with your passion and purpose. Why Negotiating with a Narcissist is Challenging: Rebecca explains that narcissists see things as black and white, and their goal is often not just to win but to make the other person lose. She notes that trying to negotiate with a narcissist rationally typically doesn't work because they are focused on their own self-interest and "narcissistic supply." Rebecca suggests figuring out what matters most to the narcissist and using that as leverage when negotiating. How to Turn Setbacks into Opportunities: When a business partnership went south, Rebecca used it as motivation to double down on her strengths. She refined her negotiation program, embraced online marketing, and ultimately built a thriving business that allowed her to make a bigger impact. If you want to learn tactical strategies for achieving your biggest goals, listen to this podcast episode featuring lawyer-turned-entrepreneur Rebecca Zung. You'll discover how her grit and ability to turn setbacks into opportunities ultimately led to the thriving business she has today. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this Freestyle Friday episode of Travis Makes Friends, I'm talking all about my recent comedy show experiences and how they got me thinking about developing a thicker skin. I discuss the value of free speech and being exposed to controversial opinions and humor we might disagree with. I believe it can actually help us mature and have more thoughtful, open conversations if we don't get so easily offended. I stress the importance of taking personal responsibility for our own reactions rather than trying to control what others say. I also examine why offensive things can get such a visceral reaction from us and how that reveals more about our own beliefs than anything else. I end by emphasizing that to find community and camaraderie, we have to be willing to interact with all different kinds of people, even "assholes." It's an insightful episode about the personal growth that comes from free speech and the risks required to make meaningful connections. In this episode: How comedy helps develop maturity and thicker skin: By being exposed to different perspectives and ideas, even controversial ones, we learn not to be so easily offended. This helps us have more open conversations. Why free speech is important: Interacting with different ideas, even incorrect ones, helps us determine what is actually correct. Trying to silence others just breeds anger and won't work. We can't control others, only ourselves. The importance of personal responsibility: We are responsible for our own reactions and feelings, not others. If something offends us, it's on us to mature and develop thicker skin. The reason behind visceral reaction: When we have strong gut reactions to something offensive, it's a sign we need to examine our own beliefs and morals, not try to control others. Paying the "asshole tax" to make connections: To build relationships and find community, we have to accept the risk of encountering some "assholes." It's a tax we pay for the reward of meaningful bonds. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Freestyle Friday episode of Travis Makes Friends, I'm talking all about my recent comedy show experiences and how they got me thinking about developing a thicker skin. I discuss the value of free speech and being exposed to controversial opinions and humor we might disagree with. I believe it can actually help us mature and have more thoughtful, open conversations if we don't get so easily offended. I stress the importance of taking personal responsibility for our own reactions rather than trying to control what others say. I also examine why offensive things can get such a visceral reaction from us and how that reveals more about our own beliefs than anything else. I end by emphasizing that to find community and camaraderie, we have to be willing to interact with all different kinds of people, even "assholes." It's an insightful episode about the personal growth that comes from free speech and the risks required to make meaningful connections. In this episode: How comedy helps develop maturity and thicker skin: By being exposed to different perspectives and ideas, even controversial ones, we learn not to be so easily offended. This helps us have more open conversations. Why free speech is important: Interacting with different ideas, even incorrect ones, helps us determine what is actually correct. Trying to silence others just breeds anger and won't work. We can't control others, only ourselves. The importance of personal responsibility: We are responsible for our own reactions and feelings, not others. If something offends us, it's on us to mature and develop thicker skin. The reason behind visceral reaction: When we have strong gut reactions to something offensive, it's a sign we need to examine our own beliefs and morals, not try to control others. Paying the "asshole tax" to make connections: To build relationships and find community, we have to accept the risk of encountering some "assholes." It's a tax we pay for the reward of meaningful bonds. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nikki Howard (@nikki_howard) is a comedian, actress, and content creator based in Los Angeles. Originally from Florida, Nikki moved to LA to pursue her passion for comedy and acting after honing her comedic voice and observational style. Though told she "doesn't look funny," Nikki persisted in developing her own voice and comedic style, embracing absurd and irreverent humor. She began creating original sketch videos with collaborators, eventually starting her own YouTube channel which grew an organic following. Nikki continues to create hilarious videos with comedy partners like Brent Pella on The Brent & Nikki Show while also co-hosting the podcast Sorry Mom with her friend Kristina Denton. She has amassed a large following on Instagram and other platforms. What Travis and Nikki discussed: How to Develop a Unique Comedic Voice: Nikki Howard explained the importance of developing your own comedic style and voice rather than trying to fit a mold of what others think is "funny." She focused on observational comedy drawn from her own experiences and perspectives rather than striving for mass appeal. Why Persistence is Vital for Comedians: Nikki emphasized the need for persistence and resilience in the face of rejection as a comedian. She pushed forward with creating her own content despite being told she "doesn't look funny." Her persistence paid off as her YouTube channel grew an audience organically. The Importance of Making Your Own Opportunities: Rather than wait for roles or auditions, Nikki took control of her career by creating her own comedic content. She discussed the importance of betting on yourself and creating your own opportunities instead of waiting for a big break. How to Balance Improving Your Craft and Making Connections: Nikki and the host discussed the nuances between developing skills ("what you know") and relationships ("who you know"). Nikki highlighted the importance of focusing on improving comedic abilities as well as networking and making connections. Why Human Connections Are Key to Happiness: Nikki emphasized forming genuine human connections is vital for fulfillment, even with a successful career. She discussed making an effort to have new experiences, meet new people, and prioritize relationships despite being introverted. Nikki’s brand of observational humor reflects her unique worldview shaped by her journey from community theater kid to trading the runways of New York for honing her act in LA. Nikki dishes on developing her own voice, betting on herself to create opportunities instead of waiting for a big break, and the importance of bringing levity to the full spectrum of human experiences. You'll hear how she embraced creating original content despite being told she doesn’t “look funny.” Nikki brings plenty of laughs while keeping it real about rejection, relationships, and her introverted nature. If you crave comedy served up authentically with heart, you don't want to miss Nikki Howard on this episode. She's proof rejection and risk-taking on the road less traveled can pave the way for hilarious rewarding success. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nikki Howard (@nikki_howard) is a comedian, actress, and content creator based in Los Angeles. Originally from Florida, Nikki moved to LA to pursue her passion for comedy and acting after honing her comedic voice and observational style. Though told she "doesn't look funny," Nikki persisted in developing her own voice and comedic style, embracing absurd and irreverent humor. She began creating original sketch videos with collaborators, eventually starting her own YouTube channel which grew an organic following. Nikki continues to create hilarious videos with comedy partners like Brent Pella on The Brent & Nikki Show while also co-hosting the podcast Sorry Mom with her friend Kristina Denton. She has amassed a large following on Instagram and other platforms. What Travis and Nikki discussed: How to Develop a Unique Comedic Voice: Nikki Howard explained the importance of developing your own comedic style and voice rather than trying to fit a mold of what others think is "funny." She focused on observational comedy drawn from her own experiences and perspectives rather than striving for mass appeal. Why Persistence is Vital for Comedians: Nikki emphasized the need for persistence and resilience in the face of rejection as a comedian. She pushed forward with creating her own content despite being told she "doesn't look funny." Her persistence paid off as her YouTube channel grew an audience organically. The Importance of Making Your Own Opportunities: Rather than wait for roles or auditions, Nikki took control of her career by creating her own comedic content. She discussed the importance of betting on yourself and creating your own opportunities instead of waiting for a big break. How to Balance Improving Your Craft and Making Connections: Nikki and the host discussed the nuances between developing skills ("what you know") and relationships ("who you know"). Nikki highlighted the importance of focusing on improving comedic abilities as well as networking and making connections. Why Human Connections Are Key to Happiness: Nikki emphasized forming genuine human connections is vital for fulfillment, even with a successful career. She discussed making an effort to have new experiences, meet new people, and prioritize relationships despite being introverted. Nikki’s brand of observational humor reflects her unique worldview shaped by her journey from community theater kid to trading the runways of New York for honing her act in LA. Nikki dishes on developing her own voice, betting on herself to create opportunities instead of waiting for a big break, and the importance of bringing levity to the full spectrum of human experiences. You'll hear how she embraced creating original content despite being told she doesn’t “look funny.” Nikki brings plenty of laughs while keeping it real about rejection, relationships, and her introverted nature. If you crave comedy served up authentically with heart, you don't want to miss Nikki Howard on this episode. She's proof rejection and risk-taking on the road less traveled can pave the way for hilarious rewarding success. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nikki Howard (@nikki_howard) is a comedian, actress, and content creator based in Los Angeles. Originally from Florida, Nikki moved to LA to pursue her passion for comedy and acting after honing her comedic voice and observational style.Though told she "doesn't look funny," Nikki persisted in developing her own voice and comedic style, embracing absurd and irreverent humor. She began creating original sketch videos with collaborators, eventually starting her own YouTube channel which grew an organic following.Nikki continues to create hilarious videos with comedy partners like Brent Pella on The Brent & Nikki Show, while also co-hosting the podcast Sorry Mom with her friend Kristina Denton. She has amassed a large following on Instagram and other platforms.What Travis and Nikki discussed:How to Develop a Unique Comedic Voice: Nikki Howard explained the importance of developing your own comedic style and voice, rather than trying to fit a mold of what others think is "funny." She focused on observational comedy drawn from her own experiences and perspectives, rather than striving for mass appeal.Why Persistence is Vital for Comedians: Nikki emphasized the need for persistence and resilience in the face of rejection as a comedian. She pushed forward with creating her own content despite being told she "doesn't look funny." Her persistence paid off as her YouTube channel grew an audience organically.The Importance of Making Your Own Opportunities: Rather than wait for roles or auditions, Nikki took control of her career by creating her own comedic content. She discussed the importance of betting on yourself and creating your own opportunities instead of waiting for a big break.How to Balance Improving Your Craft and Making Connections: Nikki and the host discussed the nuances between developing skills ("what you know") and relationships ("who you know"). Nikki highlighted the importance of focusing on improving comedic abilities as well as networking and making connections.Why Human Connections Are Key to Happiness: Nikki emphasized forming genuine human connections as vital for fulfillment, even with a successful career. She discussed making an effort to have new experiences, meet new people, and prioritize relationships despite being introverted.Nikki’s brand of observational humor reflects her unique worldview shaped by her journey from community theater kid to trading the runways of New York for honing her act in LA.Nikki dishes on developing her own voice, betting on herself to create opportunities instead of waiting for a big break, and the importance of bringing levity to the full spectrum of human experiences.You'll hear how she embraced creating original content despite being told she doesn’t “look funny.” Nikki brings plenty of laughs while keeping it real about rejection, relationships, and her introverted nature.If you crave comedy served up authentically with heart, you don't want to miss Nikki Howard on this episode. She's proof rejection and risk-taking on the road less traveled can pave the way for hilarious rewarding success.Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners:Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travisDon’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriendsFollow Travis on:IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappellFB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappellTwitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappellPinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jeff Fenster(@fensterjeff), an entrepreneurial dynamo, Fenster firmly believes in the power of enjoyment in building successful ventures.  He is intensely committed to nurturing groundbreaking start-ups that showcase both vertical integration and revenue-stimulating innovation, alongside developing highly capable leadership teams to catalyze the growth of thriving brands. As a trailblazer in the quick-serve restaurant industry, Fenster founded Everbowl, a rapidly burgeoning superfood brand rooted in Southern California, back in 2016. Everbowl is now nationally renowned as an ascendant force within the sector, democratizing access to affordable, healthy superfoods for all. With a steadily expanding network of retail outlets in Southern California and Arizona, Fenster is the driving force behind Everbowl's extraordinary growth, with ambitions to proliferate the brand on a nationwide scale via both retail and superfood-infused Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) products.  Jeff recently launched his new podcast show called The Jeff Fenster Show, where he interviews the most successful athletes, entrepreneurs, and celebrities, like Drew Brees, Dan Fleshman, and David Meltzer, to decode and reverse engineer their success formulas. In today’s mashup, we feature clips from Jeff with Tim Gover, Drew Brees, and our own Travis Chappell: Create your own balance; don't find it; instead of seeking perfect balance, focus on purposefully tilting your priorities when needed. Be comfortable being out of balance for periods of time. Do your best, don't just try your best; giving maximum effort is more important than just trying. Don't leave yourself an excuse in case you come up short. Learn every job and skill you can, experiencing diverse roles, even less desirable ones, to develop well-rounded skills and traits. All contribute to becoming the professional you strive to be Build relationships, not transactions; the importance of building long-term, value-driven relationships with customers rather than focusing solely on one-time transactions. This allows for recurring business and referrals. Identify problems, then creatively solve them. Instead of accepting problems at face value, take time to re-evaluate the root of the issue and determine if there is an unconventional solution. Fenster did this by building a construction company to solve the high restaurant build-out costs. Everyone is in sales; no matter your role, you have to "sell" yourself, your ideas, and your value. Developing sales skills allows you to generate revenue. If you want to learn directly from elite performers like Drew Brees, Tim Grover, and Jeff Fenster, be sure to check out this episode featuring clips from Jeff's new show. You'll get insights on sales, balance, problem-solving, putting in maximum effort, and continually developing your skills. Jeff has a knack for drawing out the best advice from his world-class guests. Tune into The Jeff Fenster Show on your favorite podcast platform, subscribe, leave a review, and let Jeff know you discovered him through this episode. You won't regret getting mentored by these ultra-successful athletes, coaches, and entrepreneurs. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Fenster(@fensterjeff), an entrepreneurial dynamo, Fenster firmly believes in the power of enjoyment in building successful ventures.  He is intensely committed to nurturing groundbreaking start-ups that showcase both vertical integration and revenue-stimulating innovation, alongside developing highly capable leadership teams to catalyze the growth of thriving brands. As a trailblazer in the quick-serve restaurant industry, Fenster founded Everbowl, a rapidly burgeoning superfood brand rooted in Southern California, back in 2016. Everbowl is now nationally renowned as an ascendant force within the sector, democratizing access to affordable, healthy superfoods for all. With a steadily expanding network of retail outlets in Southern California and Arizona, Fenster is the driving force behind Everbowl's extraordinary growth, with ambitions to proliferate the brand on a nationwide scale via both retail and superfood-infused Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) products.  Jeff recently launched his new podcast show called The Jeff Fenster Show, where he interviews the most successful athletes, entrepreneurs, and celebrities, like Drew Brees, Dan Fleshman, and David Meltzer, to decode and reverse engineer their success formulas. In today’s mashup, we feature clips from Jeff with Tim Gover, Drew Brees, and our own Travis Chappell: Create your own balance; don't find it; instead of seeking perfect balance, focus on purposefully tilting your priorities when needed. Be comfortable being out of balance for periods of time. Do your best, don't just try your best; giving maximum effort is more important than just trying. Don't leave yourself an excuse in case you come up short. Learn every job and skill you can, experiencing diverse roles, even less desirable ones, to develop well-rounded skills and traits. All contribute to becoming the professional you strive to be Build relationships, not transactions; the importance of building long-term, value-driven relationships with customers rather than focusing solely on one-time transactions. This allows for recurring business and referrals. Identify problems, then creatively solve them. Instead of accepting problems at face value, take time to re-evaluate the root of the issue and determine if there is an unconventional solution. Fenster did this by building a construction company to solve the high restaurant build-out costs. Everyone is in sales; no matter your role, you have to "sell" yourself, your ideas, and your value. Developing sales skills allows you to generate revenue. If you want to learn directly from elite performers like Drew Brees, Tim Grover, and Jeff Fenster, be sure to check out this episode featuring clips from Jeff's new show. You'll get insights on sales, balance, problem-solving, putting in maximum effort, and continually developing your skills. Jeff has a knack for drawing out the best advice from his world-class guests. Tune into The Jeff Fenster Show on your favorite podcast platform, subscribe, leave a review, and let Jeff know you discovered him through this episode. You won't regret getting mentored by these ultra-successful athletes, coaches, and entrepreneurs. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dane Cook (@danecook) is a renowned stand-up comedian and actor famous for his high-energy observational comedy. Born in 1972 in Boston, Massachusetts, Cook began performing in the late 1990s and quickly built a dedicated fanbase through the internet and social media. His flair for dark humor led to several successful comedy albums, including 2006's "Retaliation," which was the highest-charting comedy album in 28 years. As a stand-up, Cook has headlined massive arenas like Madison Square Garden and The TD Garden in his hometown of Boston. His 2006 HBO special "Vicious Circle" and 2009 Comedy Central special "Isolated Incident" showcased his talents to wider audiences. Cook has also found success as an actor, appearing in films like "Employee of the Month," "Dan in Real Life," and providing the voice of Dusty in the animated "Planes" movies. Though sometimes controversial, Cook's comedic talents and business savvy have made him one of the most recognizable American comedians of the 2000s. Dane is currently promoting his new special “Above It All” on the “Perfectly Shattered Tour” What Travis and Dane discussed: – The importance of gratitude - Dane emphasized practicing gratitude, even in difficult moments. Why? Because gratitude helps provide perspective and appreciation for the present. It reminds you that life is a "lottery pick" and to be grateful for what you have. – How to get through tough times - When you're at rock bottom, take a walk somewhere new and get different sights and sounds. This provides oxygen to your brain. Start implementing positive affirmations and self-reflection. Realize you're not defined by your current environment. – The reason behind his sobriety - A friend wisely told Dane when they were young that Dane didn't need alcohol to fit in, but that the friend did. This impacted Dane to stay sober so he could focus more seriously on comedy. – The truth about success - Massive success can be extremely lonely with few who understand your experience. It doesn't automatically bring happiness. You have to do the personal work to grow into your success. – Why he self-distributes his content - Dane talked about the importance of owning your IP as an artist. He enjoys self-distributing specials because he maintains control without anyone impeding the creative process. Whether you're striving to build a business or overcome adversity, don't miss this lively conversation where comedy legend Dane Cook taps into his extraordinary life story to share raw, thoughtful insights on achieving success, maintaining creative freedom, and nurturing personal growth. Dane's candid perspectives and humor will resonate with any listener seeking inspiration to find their own path forward. Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: – Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: – IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell – FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell – Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell – Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dane Cook (@danecook) is a renowned stand-up comedian and actor famous for his high-energy observational comedy. Born in 1972 in Boston, Massachusetts, Cook began performing in the late 1990s and quickly built a dedicated fanbase through the internet and social media. His flair for dark humor led to several successful comedy albums, including 2006's "Retaliation," which was the highest-charting comedy album in 28 years. As a stand-up, Cook has headlined massive arenas like Madison Square Garden and The TD Garden in his hometown of Boston. His 2006 HBO special "Vicious Circle" and 2009 Comedy Central special "Isolated Incident" showcased his talents to wider audiences. Cook has also found success as an actor, appearing in films like "Employee of the Month," "Dan in Real Life," and providing the voice of Dusty in the animated "Planes" movies. Though sometimes controversial, Cook's comedic talents and business savvy have made him one of the most recognizable American comedians of the 2000s. Dane is currently promoting his new special “Above It All” on the “Perfectly Shattered Tour” What Travis and Dane discussed: – The importance of gratitude - Dane emphasized practicing gratitude, even in difficult moments. Why? Because gratitude helps provide perspective and appreciation for the present. It reminds you that life is a "lottery pick" and to be grateful for what you have. – How to get through tough times - When you're at rock bottom, take a walk somewhere new and get different sights and sounds. This provides oxygen to your brain. Start implementing positive affirmations and self-reflection. Realize you're not defined by your current environment. – The reason behind his sobriety - A friend wisely told Dane when they were young that Dane didn't need alcohol to fit in, but that the friend did. This impacted Dane to stay sober so he could focus more seriously on comedy. – The truth about success - Massive success can be extremely lonely with few who understand your experience. It doesn't automatically bring happiness. You have to do the personal work to grow into your success. – Why he self-distributes his content - Dane talked about the importance of owning your IP as an artist. He enjoys self-distributing specials because he maintains control without anyone impeding the creative process. Whether you're striving to build a business or overcome adversity, don't miss this lively conversation where comedy legend Dane Cook taps into his extraordinary life story to share raw, thoughtful insights on achieving success, maintaining creative freedom, and nurturing personal growth. Dane's candid perspectives and humor will resonate with any listener seeking inspiration to find their own path forward. Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: – Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: – IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell – FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell – Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell – Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Travis shares excerpts from a recent conversation he had with Dane Cook about how comedians like Matt Rife have grown in popularity, and the importance of mentorships! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travis shares excerpts from a recent conversation he had with Dane Cook about how comedians like Matt Rife have grown in popularity, and the importance of mentorships! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this Midweek Mashup of the Travis Makes Friends podcast, Travis talks with 3 author friends - Steve Sims, Rebecca Zung, and Dan Martell - about the pros and cons of self-publishing versus going the traditional publishing route. They share their experiences publishing books both ways and offer advice on which path may be better based on your goals. In this midweek mashup, you’ll find: Why Steve Sims, author of Bluefishing and Go For Stupid, now prefers self-publishing over traditional publishing: Steve found the traditional publishing process for his first book Bluefishing draining. He wouldn't go the traditional route again since self-publishing allows more creative control. How Rebecca Zung, author of SLAY the Bully, leveraged self-publishing successfully: After a bad business experience, Rebecca wrote a book on negotiating with narcissists. She self-published and used YouTube to organically drive over 2,000 sales of her $500 online course. The truth about Dan Martell’s experience with traditional publishing: Dan went the traditional publishing route for Buy Back Your Time, for credibility but wishes he could have maintained more creative control and flexibility. The importance of considering your goals in choosing between self and traditional publishing: If earning money is the priority, self-publishing likely makes more sense. If credibility is more important, traditional may be better. How to drive traffic and sales for a self-published book: Self-publishing requires more work for marketing and selling your book. Strategies like YouTube videos and email sequences can generate organic traffic. If you are considering writing a book, be sure to listen to this episode to hear first-hand experiences on the pros and cons of self-publishing versus going the traditional publishing route.  Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Fleyshman's (@danfleyshman) remarkable journey as a serial entrepreneur and investor began at age 19. After licensing his apparel for $9.5 million, he became the youngest founder of a publicly traded company. But Fleyshman was just getting started. He scaled his energy drink into 55,000 stores and launched a top global online poker site. Beyond his own ventures, Fleyshman makes an impact as an investor, speaker, and philanthropist. He has invested in 43 companies, spoken at over 250 events, and started a charity providing homeless care packages. Currently, he hosts a chart-topping business podcast, The Money Mondays. Fleyshman's latest endeavor is the ASPIRE Tour, With an impressive roster of celebrity and business speakers, the ASPIRE Tour provides invaluable insights for aspiring and experienced entrepreneurs alike. ASPIRE Tour has an impressive track record and boasts an incredible lineup of powerhouse speakers, making it an irresistible opportunity for aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs alike.  By the end of 2024, 60,000 more entrepreneurs are expected to be part of the ASPIRE Tour community and benefit from its valuable insights and tools to fuel their success by learning from celebrities, athletes, and business moguls.  What Travis and Dan discussed: How Dan recently merged his Elevator events company with Aspire Tour to create a powerhouse events business. With his small "ninja" team that was doing $27 million in events merging with Aspire's large existing business doing $72 million, they now have the scale and infrastructure to host events ranging from free to $100k masterminds.  How to evaluate startup investments: Dan looks first at the founder and their ability to stick through ups and downs. He wants to see that people care about the product and vote with their wallets by buying it. He prefers companies doing at least $2 million in sales to reduce risk. Dan's core value of doing what he says he will: Dan attributes his success to always following through on commitments, whether it's showing up for a podcast or making an intro. Compounding thousands of small actions over decades builds expansive relationships. Why Bitcoin is inevitable: Dan explains how the finite supply of Bitcoin (potentially only 10-15 million left accessible) coupled with increasing mainstream adoption makes its future appreciation inevitable. He emphasizes thinking long-term - while volatile today, in 10-20 years Bitcoin has consistently gone up year after year. Why Dan finally started a podcast: After waiting years, Dan launched his podcast in an RV to stand out. He's obsessed with it succeeding because the feedback from people taking his advice cements the relationship. Podcasting is a machine gun of trust and authority.  Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travis dives deep into a thought-provoking study that has the potential to reshape how you view happiness and relationships. Join him on this captivating journey as he explores an incredible 80-year study conducted by Harvard, uncovering the secrets to leading a happy and fulfilling life. Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Krauss (@iegroupnyc) is an entrepreneur, event producer, influencer marketer and man of many talents. Over the past 20 years, he has curated exclusive experiences for celebrities, executed high-profile parties and charity events, and forged connections with some of the biggest names in entertainment, sports, and business. Jeff's passion lies in bringing people together and creating memorable moments. Whether it's producing a celebrity's birthday dinner, organizing an afterparty for a major concert, or coordinating interactive virtual events, he pours thought and care into every detail. His events are known for their unique touches, from live sketch artists to casino games to one-of-a-kind entertainment. Beyond his impressive roster of A-list clients and glamorous projects, Jeff is deeply devoted to giving back. He has leveraged his platform and relationships to raise significant funds for charitable causes. A standout example was an event featuring WWE Superstar Big Show which led to two wrestling championship belts being donated to a sick child. Jeff Krauss has mastered the delicate balancing act required to manage different personalities and egos. His reputation for integrity and discretion has earned him the trust of celebrities, their families, and their teams over the years. He has a gift for bringing out the best in any venue and making sure his clients leave happy. When he's not coordinating unforgettable events, Jeff is working to spread more positivity in the world. He is a connector at heart who thrives on putting smiles on people's faces. What Travis and Jeff discussed: How to Build Relationships Through Shared Interests: Don't focus only on what someone can do for you. Find common ground through genuine shared interests and values. This creates deeper, more meaningful connections. The Importance of Persistence Over Time: A "no" today doesn't mean "no" forever. Be patient and stay on people's radar. The right opportunity to connect may come years later. Curating Unique Event Experiences: It's not just about celebrity appearances. Create memorable events by incorporating distinctive elements like live artists, interactive entertainment, specialty cuisine, etc. Managing Different Personalities and Egos: Navigating celebrity teams requires compromising and finding middle ground. Be flexible but stand firm when needed. Earn trust over time. Giving Back Creates Goodwill: Helping others through charity work and community service generates enormous goodwill. It leads to unexpected rewards, referrals and new relationships. Listen to the episode now to hear more of Jeff's stories and advice straight from one of the industry's top connectors. You'll come away with actionable strategies to help you network more effectively and bring more value to your own events and interactions. Don't miss this chance to learn from someone who has mastered the art and science of creating connections. Tune into the latest Travis Makes Friends episode with Jeff Krauss now! Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16 Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis Don`t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts an Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hala Taha (@yapwithhala)is the acclaimed host of the top-ranked "Young and Profiting Podcast" in the Education category and the dynamic CEO of YAP Media, a premier social media and podcast marketing firm. Her journey in the media world began during her college years, producing for HOT97's "The Angie Martinez Show.” Venturing into digital media, Hala founded "The Sorority of Hip Hop," an entertainment news platform, leading a robust team of 50 female bloggers. As the digital media landscape evolved, Hala transitioned to pursue an MBA, amassing 7 years of strategic marketing expertise at renowned firms like HP and Disney Streaming Services. What began as a passion project, the Young and Profiting Podcast and YAP Media, has flourished into a powerhouse business with a roster of elite clients and a team of over 40 professionals. What Travis and Hala discussed: Why persistence and consistency are so important: Hala faced many rejections and setbacks early on in her career, but she persisted and kept trying new opportunities while honing her skills. Her consistency with working on her podcast for 2 years before it took off demonstrates why perseverance pays off. How developing a wide range of transferable skills enabled her success: By building diverse skills like audio editing, marketing, design, and motivating teams, Hala prepared herself to start and grow businesses more easily later on. This demonstrates how having versatile abilities can unlock opportunities. The importance of surrounding yourself with supportive people: Hala highlights how crucial it is to find mentors who see your potential and believe in you even when others don't. Her father always backed her up, showing the tremendous impact advocates can have. Why solving rich people’s problems results in higher pay: By charging high prices to clients like CEOs and celebrities, Hala earned significant fees because the value they receive can justify much higher rates than servicing average customers. This shows the power of serving those with money. How capitalizing on opportunities and learning from failures enables growth: Even though Hala didn't succeed at every opportunity, she gained experience each time that she could apply later. She stresses the importance of continuing to put yourself out there to create breakthroughs. Hala Taha turned her passion into profits through sheer hustle and persistence, and her story provides a masterclass in business building for any entrepreneur. If you want to learn how to grow an audience, monetize your content, and scale your platform like Hala did, head to yapmedia.io and connect with her elite team. Don't let anything stop you from achieving your biggest goals—it’s time to silence the doubters, follow Hala’s blueprint, and start profitable projects that allow you to do work you love. Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16 Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis Don`t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts an Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Dan Martell (@danmartell) is a successful serial entrepreneur, author, and business coach who struggled early in life before finding his path. After a troubled childhood, Dan tried and failed multiple times in his early twenties to launch technology companies. It was at age 24 that Dan found success, building his first company, Spheric Technologies. However, despite rapid growth, Dan struggled as a solo founder to scale Spheric effectively. Through perseverance and learning from mentors, Dan could turn things around, sell Spheric profitably, and build and sell two more companies. Having learned the hard way, Dan made it his mission to shortcut the path for other entrepreneurs. He began coaching and created SaaS Academy to help SaaS founders rapidly grow their companies by avoiding common pitfalls. Dan's journey from troubled teen to successful serial entrepreneur allows him to relate to the struggles of other founders. He combines real-world experience with expert coaching to help entrepreneurs scale smarter.  Dan is also the author of the best-selling book Buy Back Your Time. ​In this book, Dan teaches critical strategies to install systems and develop mindsets that allow entrepreneurs to engage in high-value work and succeed in business while enjoying more freedom than they ever imagined. What Dan and Travis discussed: How to not grow your business painfully: Dan explains that entrepreneurs avoid pain, so trying to scale your business by doubling your workload will not be sustainable in the long-term. Instead, hire people strategically to buy back your time so you can focus on higher-level strategic work. The importance of documenting processes and training your team: Dan emphasizes creating SOPs, checklists, and training so you can get consistent results from your team. This provides leverage through codifying your knowledge and systems. Why you should surround yourself with people already doing what you want to do: Surrounding yourself with others ahead of you provides leverage through collaboration. How Dan creates an environment and lifestyle for his family's long-term fulfillment: Dan makes choices thinking of the positive impact on his loved ones over decades, not just short-term gains. The importance of becoming an emotional coach for your kids: Dan focuses on developing his kids' self-confidence and resilience. He doesn't solve all their problems or do everything for them, allowing them to learn life skills. The standard issue of consistency without results: Dan observes that just showing up and putting in time without meaningful output won't lead to success. It's essential to evaluate if you're making real progress periodically. Knowing yourself is vital before relationships: Dan emphasizes that you need self-awareness to have healthy relationships. Understand your flaws, triggers, and shadows to improve your interactions with others. Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16 Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis Don`t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts an Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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King Keto (@kingketo), whose real name is Brandon Carter, grew up in the rough South Side of Chicago. He saw his father build a successful insurance claims business from nothing, earning millions of dollars annually, only to lose it all tragically. This instilled in Brandon the belief that with consistent hard work over time, success will come. After attending Howard University business school and dabbling in rap music, opening for prominent artists in the early 2000s, Brandon worked multiple jobs in his early twenties to support his family after his father passed away. He was a personal trainer, security guard, and restaurant manager, often working 14+ hour days. Brandon was one of the pioneers of online personal training in the late 2000s, combining strategies from books like The 4-Hour Workweek and Crush It. Over many years, he built his fitness business to 7 figures in revenue. With a social media following of over 3 million strong and 100+ million views of his training content, Brandon has cemented his status as a leading fitness influencer. But his most significant impact comes through the High Ticket Trainer (HTT) program he founded. It's dedicated to helping personal trainers build thriving online businesses. Brandon continues to walk the talk by growing his multifaceted fitness empire. He proves combining knowledge, personality, and perseverance creates transformational success. Brandon is now promoting his 10 Commandments of Online Training—a step-by-step guide on becoming a successful online trainer.  What Traves and Brandon discussed: King Keto grew up in a rough area of South Chicago and saw his dad build a business from nothing to making millions but then lose it all. This gave him the belief that hard work over time leads to success. King Keto's experience at Howard University business school He worked multiple jobs (personal trainer, security guard, restaurant manager) while building an online training business in the late 2000s. He wanted to support his family after his dad passed away. How King Keto was one of the first people to pioneer online personal training, combining strategies from 4-Hour Workweek and Crush It. We built a 7-figure fitness business over many years. Why King Keto believes that recreation and hedonism are not the only ways to enjoy life, pushing yourself, seeing what you're capable of, and providing value to others can also bring joy. Get ready for an intense conversation with online fitness pioneer King Keto! Hear the crazy story of how King Keto grew up in rough South Chicago, saw his dad rise from nothing to earn millions, then lose it all, and had to support his family by working multiple jobs after tragedy struck. Learn how King Keto became one of the first to make online personal training a business, combining strategies from classic books like 4-Hour Workweek and Crush It. Get King Keto's hilarious hot takes on controversial topics and his unique philosophy on finding fulfillment beyond just recreation and hedonism. If you want to be inspired by a fitness influencer who's been through it all, this raw and honest interview is a must-listen. Check out the new episode with King Keto now! Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16 Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis Don'tn’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Paul Chambers (@paulcchambers), a seasoned entrepreneur who embarked on his business journey in fifth grade, is the co-founder and CEO of the Subscription Trade Association (SUBTA) and the renowned event SubSummit. His career in the subscription commerce sector spans over 20 years, garnering him recognition from numerous domestic and global media outlets. Paul's entrepreneurial footprint began with establishing a digital marketing agency, a web hosting service, and managed IT services businesses. Two of these three ventures have been lucratively exited, with the third still actively providing services today. Adding to his versatile business portfolio, Paul spent over a decade in the retail and food industry. His past roles include owning and managing Dale and Thomas Popcorn franchise locations across Metro Detroit. He is an investor and partner in Capri Pizza, based in Southfield, Michigan. Further enhancing his retail acumen, Paul played a pivotal role in developing and marketing Captiva, a fast-growing consumer packaged goods pain relief product, now available in CVS stores nationwide. Outside the corporate world, Paul is a dedicated firefighter serving the City of Troy. What Travis and Paul Discussed: How Paul started SubSummit 2016 as a small event for subscription box companies to network and share ideas. It has now grown into the largest subscription-focused conference in the country, with thousands of attendees across industries like SaaS, memberships, etc. Why, when hiring, look for values alignment first? Skills can be taught, but core values are much harder to change. Go beyond just interview questions to get meals and drinks and hang out in informal settings. Listen to your gut instinct when something feels off about a person or situation. Your subconscious is processing millions of data points from your experiences. As fathers, Travis and Paul aim to set an example through business and other pursuits that minimize the gap between the men their kids see them as and who they are. Why does bringing on someone intimidatingly skilled and experienced force founders to check their egos? It's better to have someone tell you what to do in areas where you're weak than pretend you can do everything. Rapid problem-solving and leading teams under pressure are skilled Paul has developed as a volunteer firefighter that transfer to business. Pushing yourself physically and mentally keeps you sharp. If you want to learn how to build an audience from scratch, hire all-star team members, and set an example for your kids, don't miss my conversation with Paul Chambers. We covered how he went from hosting small networking events to running the largest subscription conference in America. Paul also shared his unique approach to finding employees who align with his values by going beyond just interview questions. As busy entrepreneurs and fathers, we discussed the importance of minimizing the gap between the men our kids think we are and who we truly are. Paul even revealed how volunteer firefighting keeps him mentally sharp and physically fit as he solves pressure-related problems. So, if you want actionable insights on leadership, hiring, networking, and parenting, listen to this episode! ‍ Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16 Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travisDon'tn’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to a new segment called Click Bait, a captivating podcast segment where host, Travis Chappell, and guest and Founder of Everbowl, Jeff Fenster, delve into the world of success, personal development, and health tips. In this segment, they discuss thought-provoking questions, share their experiences, and provide valuable insights on various topics. From navigating career choices to building a personal brand, they explore the challenges and opportunities that arise in today's dynamic world. Join them as they uncover the secrets to success, debunk myths, and inspire listeners to embrace a healthier and more fulfilling lifestyle. Tune in to Click Bait and discover the keys to unlocking your true potential. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jeff Fenster(@fensterjeff), an entrepreneurial dynamo, Fenster firmly believes in the power of camaraderie and enjoyment in building successful ventures. He is intensely committed to nurturing groundbreaking start-ups that showcase both vertical integration and revenue-stimulating innovation, alongside developing highly capable leadership teams to catalyze the growth of thriving brands. As a trailblazer in the quick-serve restaurant industry, Fenster founded Everbowl™, a rapidly burgeoning superfood brand rooted in Southern California, back in 2016. Everbowl is now nationally renowned as an ascendant force within the sector, democratizing access to affordable, healthy superfoods for all. With a steadily expanding network of retail outlets in Southern California and Arizona, Fenster is the driving force behind Everbowl's extraordinary growth, with ambitions to proliferate the brand on a nationwide scale via both retail and superfood-infused Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) products. In his successful expansion of the brand, Fenster has pioneered the adoption of innovative strategies to enhance Everbowl's revenue-generating efficiencies across areas like operations, procurement, supply chain, and construction. As a motivational mentor and adept team architect, Fenster is committed to fostering a vibrant company culture where the mantra is "make friends and have fun". Fenster also maintains an active role in community advocacy, generously dedicating his time and resources to support his local community. What Travis and Jeff discussed: The societal expectation for teenagers to have a clear idea of their life path, despite their limited life experience and perspective, Jeff shares his own experience of feeling unfulfilled and unsure in academia, nearly dropping out of college, and realizing after law school that he didn't want to pursue his original goal. How Jeff has learned the value of being 'change ready' and believing that when deciding whether to pivot or persevere, one should play out both scenarios and decide which outcome they'd rather live with, underlining the value of a college degree not in specific skills acquired, but in demonstrating commitment and adaptability. Why Jeff thinks that while marketing has the potential for scalability and high earnings, he believes that sales is a more crucial skill, especially for entrepreneurship and leadership, as it involves persuasion and effective communication, which can be applied in various situations. How Jeff leveraged relationship capital and sales acumen to establish a successful digital marketing agency in partnership with renowned SEO expert Neil Patel, eventually leading to substantial personal financial gain. Jeff’s passion for health and wellness, eventually deciding to disrupt the industry by founding the Everbowl chain of wellness-focused restaurants; his unique approach to business expansion involved developing an in-house construction company to reduce build costs and timeframes, demonstrating an entrepreneurial mindset to identify and solve problems, which played a significant role in Everbowl's success and rapid growth. Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16 Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jesse (@jspujji) is an entrepreneur, investor, and executive whose passion is helping people learn and grow through the power of entrepreneurship. He currently serves as Founder & CEO of Gateway and as Executive Chairman of Ampush and MySubscriptionAddiction.com. Prior to Gateway, Jesse co-founded and was CEO of Ampush. During his tenure, Ampush grew to over 100 Ampushers, managed over $1BN in media spend, and partnered with brands such as Dollar Shave Club, Uber, Birchbox, and Hulu. He also led efforts in two strategic acquisitions, one divestiture and raising $15M from Red Ventures.   Prior to Ampush, Jesse started his career with short stints at both Goldman Sachs and McKinsey. In 2006, Jesse graduated from The University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School with a dual concentration in Finance and Entrepreneurship, and a second degree in Political Science.   He lives in St. Louis, MO with his wife and two kids. Outside of work, you can find traveling, playing tennis, watching Pixar movies, and indulging in dark chocolate. Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16 Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Elena Cardone started her career in Hollywood and soon became a successful model and actress of TV and film fame. A lifelong competitive sport shooter, and now wife, mother, author, businesswoman, empire builder, event producer, mentor, public speaker, and visionary. She is the author of the best-selling book “Build an Empire: How to Have it All.” She is the executive producer of the massively successful events that include 10X Ladies, Operation 10X Badass, Build an Empire Mastermind and her own show, “Women in Power.” Drawing upon her vast experience, Elena has developed her own curriculum to assist aspiring empire builders. In her Build an Empire course, she lays the groundwork for both men and women as she trains them how to create, grow and defend an extraordinary career and marriage. Additionally, she mentors hundreds of women with personal, one-on-one coaching sessions. Elena’s most recent endeavor has been to partner up with EXP Realty. She is now a licensed Realtor who plans on building the largest real estate team across the globe helping thousands of people create generational wealth through real estate powered by EXP. Elena has been happily married to Grant since 2004 (July 4th to be exact – and the fireworks have never stopped) and lives with her husband Grant, their two daughters, Sabrina and Scarlett, along with their two cats, Cash and Flow in Miami Beach. Together they have created a real estate portfolio of $5.2 Billion. Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16 Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The worst advertisement for being an alpha male is, in fact, alpha males. There’s an entire movement now of Alpha Male influencers that have taken the social algorithms by storm and as someone who is an ultra-competitive dude, I’ve like some stuff and not liked some stuff.  So today I’m gonna talk about the things I like and the things that I don’t like.  Let’s start with the positives.  First of all, I like that there are men who are standing up the broader attack on manhood as whole that seems to be happening in our culture.  This has been happening more and more recently where if there’s a man in a tv show or movie, he’s often portrayed as this clumsy, out of touch, mistake factory, and although some of the characters are fantastic, it gets a little old and it teaches people that that’s what men are.  And look, I get it. Men were held in such high regard for all of human history that it makes them the easy target now.  But now we are experiencing a pendulum swing in the opposite direction and it’s becoming hard to find good examples of what it means to be a man.  So I like that there are some men who are saying, this is it. This is the example.  I also like that it is bringing more attention to the conversation from people who have been fighting so hard for their rights for so long and unintentionally shitting on manhood and are now realizing that championing themselves doesn’t mean they have to put down another group.  Yes, I understand the irony of that statement.  So there are some good things coming out of some of this stuff, but now I want to address some of the bad things.  First of all, I say that alpha males are the worst advertisement for alpha male mentality because even though some of them have good things to say, the way to market your content in that world is to attract people who want to become alpha.  So instead of focusing on the boring and most important parts of being an alpha, like being a provider or protector, or serving those around you, or leading with love and empathy, but still valuing competition, struggle, hard work, and traditional masculine values, they focus on more marketable aspects of the results that some alphas have…like being surrounded by chicks in bikinis, or owning three supercars, or sitting in a bathtub full of money. And that marketing mistakenly implies that those things are what make you an alpha, not the person you are or how you show up in the world.  Secondly, I don’t like how some of the alpha culture does exactly what I was saying earlier. They demean other groups in order to prop themselves up. Not only is that not the right thing to do, it’s the complete opposite of how a true alpha would act.  The alpha isn’t the loud/obnoxious one in the room. They’re often the ones who act with the most quiet confidence. Their last worry is whether or not you or anyone else thinks they’re an alpha. They have the security and confidence in themselves because they focus on building an impeccable relationship with them first and foremost. They know who they are and they don’t need yours or my validation to prove it to themselves.  If you are an alpha, you don’t feel the need to prove it. You can rest assured that people will know to trust you and rely on you over time because that is the person you are. Not the brand you are pretending to be. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Wednesday, which means it's time for a Midweek Mashup!On today's episodes, you'll hear insights from Mark Manson, David Nurse, and Tom Bilyeu!First, Mark Manson sheds light on his unconventional approach, describing his work as "self-help for people who hate self-help." He boldly criticizes the traditional self-help tropes, denouncing positive thinking, the law of attraction, and other woo-woo energy practices as mere indulgence.Mark's refreshing perspective on the self-help industry stems from his disdain for the hypocritical and narcissistic tendencies prevalent within it. He unveils the facade of self-proclaimed gurus who propagate a lifestyle they themselves fail to embody. Mark shies away from such circles, unwilling to participate in what he sees as a pyramid scheme of narcissism. He delves into the notion of self-improvement devolving into self-obsession and identifies the industry as an epidemic of narcissism.Drawing parallels between self-help and religion, Mark highlights the tendency of individuals to create belief systems around personal development. He explores this concept further in his book "Everything is F*cked," delving into the human inclination to form religions and the ways it intersects with personal growth.Next, David Nurse emphasizes the significance of taking action and shares his findings from extensive surveys on the main reasons people hesitate to take action in their lives. By incorporating inspiring stories of historical figures who changed the world in his new book, Nurse aims to empower readers to overcome their obstacles and embrace risk-taking.Finally, join Tom Bilyeu as he takes a deep dive into powerful quotes and shares his insightful perspective on success, perception, and personal growth. In this thought-provoking video, Tom explores the quote, "There is no greater revenge than unmitigated success," originally attributed to Frank Sinatra. Tom discusses the significance of leveraging both positive and negative emotions to propel oneself forward, emphasizing the role of anger and aggression in acute moments. He explains the science behind endurance and how channeling rage can enhance pain tolerance. Tom warns against relying solely on rage or aggression, highlighting the importance of strategic utilization. Discover how Tom's relentless drive for success fuels his determination to prove doubters wrong, and how he maintains focus amidst exhaustion and adversity.Continuing the exploration of quotes, Tom delves into the statement, "It is impossible to see the world as it is." Drawing from neuroscience, he explains how the brain's deep limbic system colors our perception and assigns meaning to neutral stimuli. Tom highlights the subjective nature of our interpretations, influenced by various factors such as mood, sleep, and personal experiences. He cites Viktor Frankl's profound insights from his time in concentration camps, where choosing empowering beliefs played a crucial role in survival. Learn how reframing perspectives and focusing on empowering narratives can transform our experiences and responses to life's challenges.In the final segment, Tom discusses the quote, "There's always room for the best," and addresses the misconception that one's current skill set defines their future potential. He encourages individuals to embrace their adaptability and the limitless possibilities for growth and improvement. Tom shares examples of remarkable achievements from individuals who defied expectations and surpassed their initial limitations. Discover how adopting a mindset of constant improvement can empower you to overcome obstacles and reach extraordinary heights.Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriendsFollow Travis on:IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappellFB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappellTwitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappellPinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ben Reinberg (@therealbenreinberg), is the CEO and Founder of Alliance, a commercial real estate investing firm. Ben's expansive knowledge stretches from acquisitions and investment to transaction structuring. Trusted for his transparency, Ben seamlessly stitches together the worlds of buyers and sellers. He's a deal-weaving maestro, lauded for his knack for problem-solving, swift equity raising, and trust-building prowess. Ben's insights have also found their way to the public, with numerous articles to his credit, illuminating the dynamics of the trade. He is also a fitness, personal development and wine enthusiast. When he says “I Own It”, which is also the name of his podcast, he isn't just talking about the hundreds of millions in commercial real estate assets his company owns. “I Own It” represents so much more. From our daily food intake, who we surround ourselves with, our emotions and personal commitments, mindset and more. What Travis and Ben discussed: Ben’s journey from growing up in a lower-middle-class area in Chicago to becoming an entrepreneur, highlighting the impact of his upbringing, observing his parents' work ethics, and the early rebellious desire to not work for others; he credits his resilience and success to his strong work ethic, persistence, and willingness to take risks. Why Ben’s desire for significant growth and change led him to bypass typical entry-level real estate investments and dive into commercial real estate with his first $3 million deal at the age of 23, largely fueled by calculated risks, diligent homework, and an extraordinary capacity to hustle and raise investment capital. The importance of overcoming challenges and fostering growth are key themes in this episode, where our guest shares his personal journey and business insights, emphasizing the importance of integrity, embracing criticism, and creating impactful experiences for employees and investors. Why success and personal growth come from embracing vulnerability, maintaining consistency and persistency, refusing to be limited by negativity, and investing in your inner self for happiness and self-awareness, as these are the key ingredients in overcoming challenges and critics, and achieving your dreams and personal satisfaction. If you've ever wondered about the path to success in commercial real estate, or how to balance success with happiness, then this episode is for you. Tune in to hear Ben Reinberg, a seasoned commercial real estate investor, as he shares his unique journey of diving headfirst into the industry, building his personal brand, and most importantly, redefining success on his own terms. We delve into topics of personal development, life philosophy, discipline, and much more. You don't want to miss Ben's invaluable insights, whether you're interested in real estate or simply seeking to optimize your own path to success and fulfillment. So hit that play button and enjoy our fascinating conversation! Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16 Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to another episode of Freestyle Friday on the Travis Makes Friends Podcast. Here is a summary of today's episode: Quote of the Week: "Extremity expands capacity." – Ed Mylett Hot Take: You've been sold a lie: "If you're not upgrading your life, you're failing." Life isn't linear, and I learned this the hard way. In my 20s and early years of marriage, we moved ten times, constantly upgrading and accumulating more. But when my sales team quit, I faced a choice: rebuild or downsize. I chose the latter and rediscovered my true goals. We downsized, focused on my side hustle, and achieved financial success. I realized that constantly upgrading is often undisciplined spending. So, evaluate your financial situation, prioritize investments in yourself, and don't be afraid to downgrade if it aligns with your long-term vision. The Breakdown: Find out how the hell Grant Cardone, a child of immigrants, ex-drug addict, and former car salesman, built a multi-billion dollar real estate portfolio in less than eight years. His key strategy was focusing on attention rather than money. Grant's mission is for eight billion people to know his name, not necessarily like him. Familiarity breeds trust, and by consistently delivering value and fulfilling promises, he gained people's trust over time. The lesson is to prioritize earning attention that can eventually translate into trust, rather than solely focusing on immediate ROI. Q&A: Travis lists the three interviews he considers tentpole episodes of his show, discusses how certain interviews and conversations have challenged his beliefs, talks about the importance of maintaining connections with guests and so much more. Resources Mentioned: The Power of One More by Ed Mylett – https://amzn.to/3CiBmmH Dig Your Well Before Your Thirsty by Harvey Mackay – https://amzn.to/3qp5Mkz Special Offer for Travis Makes Friends Listeners: Get 16 free meals with the Hello Fresh discount code hellofresh.com/travis16 Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s Midweek Mashup, we dive deep into the true value of podcasting beyond just sponsorships and profit. We will explore how this flexible platform fosters personal connections and provides significant growth potential while multitasking. We'll discuss how running a podcast can build valuable relationships and reinforce the idea of positive actions leading to positive outcomes. Learn why consistency, focusing on your audience, and perseverance are key to podcasting success, taking cues from figures like Gary Vaynerchuk. Understand how podcasting offers unique rapport-building and unprecedented opportunities to engage with influential people, making it a valuable publicity tool. What Travis explained:  - Why podcasting is not just for sponsorships and profit; it's a flexible platform that allows audiences to consume content while multitasking, fostering a personal connection through voice, and remains a platform with significant growth potential. - How running a podcast allows the host to build valuable relationships by providing a platform for others, while creating value without necessarily expecting anything in return, thereby reinforcing the idea that good actions lead to good outcomes. - Why podcasting success requires consistent content delivery, a focus on who is listening regardless of audience size, and perseverance in the face of low initial traction, as exemplified by figures like Gary Vaynerchuk; unrealistic expectations often hinder progress and nurturing even a single listener can lead to substantial growth. - Podcasting enables unique rapport building and opens up opportunities for personal and professional growth by allowing hosts to engage in meaningful conversations with influential people they may not have access to otherwise, and serving as a valuable publicity tool for the guests.  - Why consistency and quality are paramount, as success often comes to those who persistently produce good content, even in the face of challenges or slow audience growth. Tune in to learn why maintaining consistency and quality are paramount for success in this space, even when faced with challenges or slow audience growth. Subscribe now, so you don't miss out on this insightful episode. Stay connected, stay informed, and let's keep the conversation going. Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Novaes (@novaes.ai) is the CEO of Mode Mobile - whose vision is to sustainably offer a free smartphone & data plan to every person on the planet. Their "Earn As You Go" software enables millions of budget-conscious consumers to earn additional passive income through daily habits. They are also the creators of Mode Earn Phone (modephone.com), the first-ever smartphone that pays you. What Travis and Dan discussed: How Dan started a company that capitalized on budget-conscious users' habits by creating an "earning operating system," offering rewards for activities on their smartphones, which evolved into a hardware-software integration model aiming to incentivize user activities through revenue-sharing agreements with advertisers. Dan, an entrepreneur with a history of entrepreneurial spirit and business savvy from a young age, built successful ventures by identifying and leveraging arbitrage opportunities, initially with Playboy magazines and Pokémon cards, later with Polo Ralph Lauren jackets, and eventually in the electronics market, exploiting the price difference between U.S. and Brazilian markets. The importance of adaptability and learning from experiences in entrepreneurial endeavors; Dan asserts that while having a vision is crucial, it's equally significant to make adjustments along the way, hire for areas of weakness, and maintain a balance between heads-down work and outward-facing activities. Why networking activities, including attending conferences or masterminds, can open up unforeseen opportunities and lead to a significant return on investment, though it requires intentional effort and can be difficult to balance with focused work time. Living to 120 years, crowdfunding, and much more! Join us for an eye-opening discussion with Dan Novaes, the innovative CEO of Current Mobile, in our latest podcast episode. Listen as Dan shares his entrepreneurial journey from trading Pokémon cards to building a revolutionary tech company that's changing the way we use smartphones. Discover the importance of adaptability in entrepreneurship, how to strike a balance between focused work and networking, and even explore the concept of living to 120 years! Are you ready to gain insights that can reshape your entrepreneurial mindset?  Click the link to listen to the episode now! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts: therefore, guard accordingly, and take care that you entertain no notions unsuitable to virtue and reasonable nature. - Marcus Arelius In today’s Freestyle Friday we dive deep into locker room etiquette, Rob Dyrdeck’s success on MTV, live events, dream guests, Travis’s favorite social media clip of all time and much more! Main takeaways: Working on your fitness routine should also include the exercise of swiftly transitioning from 'naked dude' to 'dressed dude' in the locker room, for the sake of other people's eyeballs. How Rob Dyrdeck's show "Ridiculousness" dominates 60% of MTV's programming due to its unique ability to cater to modern viewing habits, serving as an alternative to streaming, network TV, or other traditional cable content, and allowing viewers to easily engage with the show at any point. How 'Ridiculousness,' is a result of Rob Dyrdeck's unique vision, persistence, adaptability to market changes, and strategic business decisions, enabling it to transcend demographics and become a significant pop culture phenomenon. Travis answers your questions: Why Grant Cardone’s social media clip from Build Your Network is one of Travis’s favorites of all time. How do you create an amazing in-person event that ladders back up to your platform? How hard was it to adjust to the real world after leaving a Baptist surrounding? Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's conversation is less about the three-pointer and more about the three P's – Post-Career, Perspectives, and Profits. Today, we have an exciting midweek mashup episode for you featuring not one, not two, but three phenomenal guests. And there's an intriguing twist – they've all sported a Laker jersey during their illustrious careers. We're welcoming on board the legendary Shaquille O'Neal (@shaq), the multitalented John Salley(@johnsalley), and the versatile Matt Barnes(@matthewkbarnes). Our focus in this episode is a seldom-discussed aspect of being an athlete – the shift from the court to the boardroom. How do you build a career when the cheering crowds fade and the spotlight dims? How do you make money and sustain the same level of success and fame you once had when every day was game day? We will be unraveling the methods behind their continual money-making, their approach to business, and how they choose what ventures to plunge into. You'll gain insights into their relationships, their business mindsets, and the life lessons they've gleaned from switching their identity from superstar athletes to savvy entrepreneurs. John Salley’s main Takeaways: How John utilized his time at the 1989 NBA All-Star game to not only enjoy the experience but to also establish a foundation for their future in media and broadcasting, underscoring the importance of continually learning and adapting in one's career. Why learning and mastering any skill is like training a muscle; through consistent and dedicated practice, it becomes easier and more instinctual over time. Listen to John Salley’s full episode here Shaq’s main takeaway: - Why both who you know and what you know are important in life: Shaq believes that personal connections can lead to business opportunities, while expertise and experience can guide others and contribute to personal success. Listen to Shaq’’s full episode here Matt Barnes’s main takeaways: - Why instilling an entrepreneurial mindset in children from a young age and exposing them to various opportunities can equip them for future success, regardless of whether they pursue traditional careers or carve their own paths. - Matt’s strong focus on social equity, commitment to investing in disruptive tech applications in varied spaces such as gaming and parenting, and how he’s utilizing his networking abilities and resources to create opportunities for minorities and underrepresented communities. Listen to Matt’s full episode here -- Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neel Dhingra (@neelhome) is a mortgage industry expert with over 15 years of experience in the field. He has served in various leadership roles in some of the most reputed companies in the mortgage industry. Dhingra is not just known for his professional acumen in mortgage banking, but also for his passion for personal development, content creation, and education.  Neel also runs a successful YouTube channel where he regularly posts educational content and advice on the mortgage industry, financial fitness, and personal development. If you want to transform your business and life with expert strategies and next-level thinking, sign up for his live event: Forward Event 2023 What Travis and Neel discussed:  Why despite coming from a conservative immigrant family that advocated traditional career paths, Neil was drawn into the mortgage finance industry. He navigated significant challenges such as the 2008 financial crash, but through resilience and strategic pivots, he and his brother built a successful business.  How Neel began utilizing social media in 2018 as a means of marketing, learning from figures like Gary Vaynerchuk about the importance of content creation, focusing on the idea of building a personal brand and online presence.   The significance of reaching the right audience, rather than simply going for large numbers. This approach has guided Neel’s content strategy and helped him connect with the individuals who are most likely to resonate with his message and engage with his brand. Why being relatable and authentic is an essential asset in entrepreneurship and why consistently showing your audience your progress, growth, and proven results can build trust and engagement.   Why Neel believes that networking and making new contacts is the most beneficial aspect of attending such events. Neel also shares his strategies to create collaboration opportunities Don't miss out on our latest podcast episode! Today, we're featuring the journey of Neel Dhingra, the entrepreneur turned content creator. Neel shares his experiences, the tricks of his trade, and the secrets behind his successful shift from traditional business to digital platforms. He also spills the beans on creating high-impact short-form video content that skyrockets your presence on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. This episode is a goldmine for anyone looking to enhance their personal brand, optimize their social media game, or simply learn from the best.  Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every minute of the listener's time is earned. The Travis Makes Friends Podcast is back with a new direction. After over six years of podcasting, we’ve learned a lot along the way. One of the most important things lessons learned is that it's not enough to just start a podcast. You need to build a show. This means creating something that is interesting and engaging, and that will keep your audience coming back for more. We have decided to make some changes to the format of the podcast. Starting next week, we’ll be releasing new episodes three days a week: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Main takeaways from the new direction of the show: Travis’s advice for creators: Don't just start a podcast. Build a show. This means creating something that is interesting and engaging, and that will keep your audience coming back for more. Think about how you can combine different elements, such as interviews, segments, games, and music, to create a unique and memorable experience for your listeners. Add value to your listeners by providing entertainment, motivation, and inspiration. This will help you to build a loyal following of listeners who will continue to tune in week after week. What you can expect from the show from now on: Monday’s release will be our long-format interview, with high-level people who’ve achieved success and are willing to share their journey and strategies. Wednesday’s release we go back to our usual Midweek Mashup, where we’ll pick the best clips and insights from guests from our archives on a specific topic. On Freestyle Friday episodes, We’ll do discussions on trending topics, hot takes, Q&A, and much more! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel, @travismakesfriends Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tori Gordon (@thetorigordon) is a trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, peak performance coach, and award-winning content creator. She is the founder of Coachable LLC, a company that helps people achieve success and fulfillment through engaging content, seminars, and coaching programs. Tori has been featured on major media outlets, including NBC, CBS, and Fox News. Her popular podcast, The Coachable Podcast, has been named one of the top five podcasts to get you through COVID-19. She is also an award-winning mental health influencer and a brand ambassador for international brands such as Nature Made, Better Health, Organify, and Natural Cycles. In 2022, Yahoo News named Tori as one of the top 10 mindset coaches in the United States. She is now a highly sought-after speaker, and has been hired by organizations such as the United Nations to share her insights on personal development and mental health. What Travis and Tori Discussed: How Tori’s competitive nature and desire to be in control shaped her into a successful leader, and how she learned to delegate and trust her team to avoid burnout. When alleviating tension and overcoming challenges, it is important to engage in practices that bring one back to the present moment, maintain a long-term perspective, and embrace the obstacles as stepping stones towards personal growth and success. The importance of identifying the root cause of stress and how aligning one's skills and responsibilities can help alleviate pressure and tension, often requiring the humility to recognize areas of weakness and make strategic hires to delegate tasks and focus on one's unique strengths. Taking action and applying acquired knowledge is crucial for personal growth and success, as consuming information without implementation leads to stagnation and lack of progress. How Tori turned her podcast into a profitable business, and how she initially focused on offering one-on-one and group coaching services, and later expanded to brand partnerships, retreats, affiliates, and strategic business decisions, while being open to new opportunities aligned with her long-term goals. Tune in to this episode as Tori Gordon shares her insights on leadership, overcoming challenges, stress management, and turning a podcast into a profitable business. Learn valuable strategies for personal growth and success, and discover how Tori navigated her journey to becoming a sought-after speaker and influential coach. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation with Tori! Follow Travis on: G 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Yo (@michaelyo) is a successful comedian, actor, and host who has made a name for himself in Hollywood. He's a two-time Emmy nominee and has been heard on the Joe Rogan Experience. His critically acclaimed comedy special, I Never Thought, showcases his ability to deliver hilarious material drawn from his personal experiences as a father and loving husband. Michael has worked alongside some of the biggest names in the industry, including Chelsea Handler and Joe Coy, and has starred in his own Apple TV+ series, Amber Brown, and Facebook Watch's first sitcom series, Starter Pack. He's also coached the Kardashian sisters as radio DJs for their show on the E! Network. Despite his success, Michael remains grounded and relatable, with a bottomless pool of material about his family that he incorporates into his stand-up routines. What Travis and Michael discussed: Why the LA environment led Michel to reevaluate his life and relocate to places that better suited his personal and professional needs, resulting in an increased sense of calm and reduced stress. The importance of empathy and acknowledging each other's experiences and struggles, regardless of race or background, to create a more understanding and compassionate society and the power of sharing stories to find common ground. How Michael’s ignorance of standard comedy set lengths allowed him to perform longer sets and progress more quickly in his career.  How Michae learned teamwork from football but suggests over-40s should swap tackling for golf or risk becoming the poster child for CrossFit-related injuries. Why effective storytelling in comedy is to be authentic, honest, and relatable, ensuring that the audience feels engaged and connected to the story without feeling blamed or alienated. Meeting Joe Rogan on Fear Factor, why Crossfit sucks and much more! Ready for a laugh-out-loud podcast episode? Tune in to hear comedian Michael Yo share hilarious stories about his family, career, and life in LA. We'll dive into why he ditched tackling and why you should too (unless you want to be a CrossFit injury poster child)!  Discover the secret to effective storytelling in comedy, and how empathy can change the world. Plus, hear about the time he met Joe Rogan on Fear Factor and his true feelings about CrossFit!  Follow Travis on: G 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sierra May (@itssierramay), is the founder of Sierra May Management and Sierra Snacks, she has always been drawn to the glitz and glamour of the entertainment industry. At a young age, Sierra pursued acting with enthusiasm, but she quickly learned that the industry was riddled with scams and unethical practices. This realization led her to choose a more stable and sustainable path, earning a degree in advertising and marketing. Though it faced initial failures and setbacks, the experience taught her the importance of persistence and resilience. Her journey not only showcased her entrepreneurial spirit but also instilled in her an appreciation for the significance of taking risks. Embracing her adventurous side, Sierra took a leap of faith and moved from Canada to Los Angeles with limited resources. This bold move allowed her to immerse herself in diverse cultures and reap the benefits of exploring new surroundings. Through her travels, Sierra discovered the power of networking and building relationships, which ultimately led to unexpected opportunities in the entertainment industry. What Travis and Sierra discussed: How Sierra developed an interest in the entertainment industry at a young age and initially pursued acting. However, she learned early on to be cautious of scams and unethical practices within the industry. Sierra’s first healthy treat business, which allowed her to explore her interest in fitness and healthy eating and what she learned from this experience, including the importance of persisting through initial failures and setbacks.  The importance of taking risks and traveling and the benefits of exploring different cultures. Sierra shares her experiences of moving to LA with limited resources. How building relationships and being persistent can lead to unexpected opportunities in the entertainment industry. Why Sierra thinks a good manager focuses on the long-term success of their clients, prioritizing their clients' brands and value while seeking diverse opportunities and being selective about deals that can impact the client's reputation or growth in the industry. Today, Sierra May's journey has come full circle, as she utilizes her expertise in advertising, marketing, and entrepreneurship to successfully manage the careers of entertainers. Her dedication to ethical practices, client success, and growth has made her a respected and sought-after manager in the entertainment industry. In this episode, she shares her inspiring story and latest ventures, this is an episode you can’t miss! Follow Travis on: G 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keala Kanae (@kealakanae) started his career at a coffee shop with a 500 credit score and living in his mother's spare bedroom. After quitting his job, he became a successful entrepreneur and started Inspirean, a company that focuses on skillset and mindset as a dual approach to business growth. Despite facing challenges like a partnership breakup and the pandemic, Keala believes that successful entrepreneurs need to be prepared for any situation and not surrender to the struggle. He suggests constantly enhancing and innovating businesses, investing in people, and interpreting data for meaningful decisions. Lastly, he advises combining professional experience from various industries and businesses for successful development. What Travis and Keala discussed: Affiliate marketing can be a great entry point for those who want to earn an income as an entrepreneur or creative without dealing with the hassles of building a business.  Keala shares his experience of failing at various businesses for over a decade before finally finding success in digital marketing and affiliate marketing. Why Keala thinks that when hiring, the main focus should be on proof of past performance and not future potencia, nor degrees or certifications, and also why culture fit is also important, as skills can be taught but character cannot be. The importance of understanding how and why linking personal values to unenjoyable tasks can lead to success in entrepreneurship, and to emphasize developing the right mindset and cultivating self-awareness. Success requires a combination of skillset and mindset; without both, opportunities can be self-sabotaged and potential left unfulfilled. How Keala has transitioned from focusing solely on paid marketing to incorporating organic marketing strategies to combat increasing advertising costs, ultimately leading to a reduced net cost per acquisition, increased customer value, and faster purchase velocity. Impactful podcasting, how to build a great product and an amazing customer experience and so much more! Don't miss our latest podcast episode featuring Keala Kanae, the founder of AWOL Academy, as he shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Discover the importance of combining skill set and mindset for business growth, the value of affiliate marketing, and why focusing on past performance is crucial when hiring. Plus, learn about Keala's transition from paid to organic marketing strategies and how it has transformed his business. Tune in now to uncover valuable insights and expert advice for thriving in the world of digital marketing!  Follow Travis on: G 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Santonastasso (@nicksantonastasso) is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and professional model/bodybuilder who has defied the odds despite being born with no legs and one arm due to Hanhart Syndrome. Wrestling in high school helped him find his "why," and he has since become a social media sensation, appeared on TV shows, and won third place in his first bodybuilding competition. Nick shares his experience as a coach and keynote speaker, inspiring others to push beyond their limiting beliefs and live without limits. What Travis and Nick discussed: How early conditioning and upbringing can dictate our beliefs and views of the world, leading to average or exceptional lives. Becoming aware of your human experience, focusing on things you can control, identifying and breaking free from emotions that don't serve you, and prioritizing emotions like gratitude, fulfillment, and joy over material success. Why is it our responsibility to break the generational limiting beliefs and elevate our own lives and those of our children? Why radical responsibility is crucial to personal growth and success, as it allows individuals to shift from a victim mentality to causing an effect. How controlling your thoughts and emotions starts with being aware of your physiology, focus, language, and meaning. In this episode, Nick Santonastasso shares his inspiring story of defying the odds and achieving success despite being born with no legs and one arm due to Hanhart Syndrome. Nick discusses the importance of becoming aware of your human experience and focusing on things you can control, as well as breaking free from emotions that don't serve you and prioritizing emotions like gratitude, fulfillment, and joy over material success. He also emphasizes the need to break generational limiting beliefs and take radical responsibility for personal growth and success and provides practical tips for controlling thoughts and emotions through awareness of physiology, focus, language, and meaning. Whether you're facing your own challenges or simply looking for inspiration to push beyond your limits, this episode is a must-listen. Follow Travis on: G 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Beaudreau (@mattbeaudreu) is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, consultant, and coach. Matt is a two-time featured TEDx speaker and the founder of Acton Academy Placer Schools, which emphasizes self-direction and the cultivation of confident, independent young people with a strong sense of character and personal responsibility. Matt has co-founded Apogee Strong, a mentorship program for young men to take on challenges presented by men who have come before them, in order to learn to lead. Additionally, he hosts a podcast called The Essential 11, which features leaders in business, sports, music, and entertainment, and is the founder of the Apogee Strong Foundation, which provides scholarships and leadership opportunities for young men worldwide. Matt is launching the Apogee Strong Dads Program in 2023, aimed at bringing back classic masculinity in the home. What Travis and Matt discussed: Growing up in a diverse neighborhood in Northern California exposed Matt to different socioeconomic backgrounds and lifestyles.  Why Matt considered a career with the Secret Service but was warned against sacrificing his integrity by a Secret Service agent, and instead pursued the opportunities. The importance of personal responsibility, work ethic, and living by a code of principles, including harnessing male-driven character traits like aggression, while maintaining discipline and control, and recognizing them as tools. The challenges of parenting and raising young men in a culture that undermines masculinity, and the importance of modeling honorable virtues and providing tools to navigate the obstacles. 11 essential rules for living a principled life, which include being honest, working hard, being disciplined, taking responsibility, and more. Join Travis as they discuss the importance of personal responsibility, principles, and classic masculinity in today's society. Learn about Matt's background and his journey toward becoming a leader in education and mentorship. Discover the 11 essential rules for living a principled life and gain valuable insights on parenting and raising young men in a culture that undermines masculinity. Tune in now and get inspired to cultivate confident and independent young people with a strong sense of character and personal responsibility! Follow Travis on: G 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob Dyrdek (@robdyrdek) became a professional athlete at the age of 16 and started his first business at 18. Growing up around entrepreneurs, he quickly learned the power of building brands, which he used to turn a rising footwear and apparel brand into a $500 million international company. He went on to launch the world's first true professional skateboarding league, Street League Skateboarding, and a first-of-its-kind skateboarding channel, ETN. Dyrdek also found success in television with shows like Rob & Big, Rob Dyrdek's Fantasy Factory, and Ridiculousness, which is currently on its 10th season. He created a brand-new talent competition show, Amazingness, his fourth show on the network. With over two decades of experience building his intellectual properties and working with top brands around the world, he started developing the groundwork for his full-service venture studio, Dyrdek Machine. What Travis and Rob discussed: The importance of building a strong foundation for children's growth and development by instilling a love for learning, and allowing them to take risks, he also shares his upbringing and early successes in TaeKwonDo, soccer, and skateboarding, shaped by his parents' blend of optimism and caution. How Rob pursued his wildest dreams of turning pro, moving to California, and starting a company, becoming an entrepreneur within the ecosystem after being sponsored by DC. Using creative and design skills to pitch and create innovative shoes for DC, proposing a royalty-based deal structure that allowed him to design a third of the entire line and make a lot of money. The secret behind Ridicoulesness's success on TV. The importance of having a clear vision, putting in the work, and building a system to achieve goals, using their personal experience as an example. Rob’s approach to creating systems is not only for his business but for his personal and family life If you're looking for inspiration and insight into building a successful career and fulfilling life, you won't want to miss this podcast episode featuring Rob Dyrdek. From his early success as a professional athlete and entrepreneur to his more recent accomplishments in television and venture capital, Rob has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. Check the full episode +. transcript here Follow Travis on: G 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ed Mylett (@edmylett) is a highly successful entrepreneur and business leader who grew up in Diamond Bar, CA. As the only boy in his family with three younger sisters, Ed's father served as his first example of what it takes to succeed in life. From a young age, Ed knew that he didn't want to spend his life working for someone else and instead set his sights on becoming his own boss. His drive and determination have made him one of the most successful entrepreneurs of his generation. He is also the author of the bestselling book The Power Of One More and host of The Ed Mylett Show What Travis and Ed Discussed: How the book shares Mylett's strategies for success and happiness while leaving a legacy for future generations. Balancing self-confidence with humility is important to avoid burnout, ego, and being a drain on others. Instilling mental toughness, resilience, and relentlessness in children is crucial for their self-esteem and belief in themselves. Why Ed believes that balance is a fallacy and that being fully present in each area of life is key. Ed shares his morning routine which includes: prayer, hydration, stretching, coffee, working out and more. Why Ed believes that having control over the first and last 30 minutes of the day gives him the illusion of control over the rest of his day. Ed’s inspiring relationship with God and much more Don't miss out on the chance to hear from highly successful entrepreneur and author, Ed Mylett In this episode, Ed shares his strategies for success and happiness while leaving a legacy for future generations, as well as his thoughts on mental toughness, resilience, and being fully present in each area of life. Learn about his inspiring relationship with God and his morning routine.  Click now to listen and be inspired! Follow Travis on: G 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tanner Chidester (@tanner.chidester) is the founder of Tanner Chidester Fitness and is also a personal fitness trainer and entrepreneur based in Los Angeles. He owns several 7-figure businesses and also provides training to help business owners make money online. One of those businesses is Elite CEOs, a 60+ million dollar company in the online business world.   What Travis and Tanner discussed: ●     Growing up with a big family in Houston and working out young ●     How positive recognition impacts your life ●     How Tanner made millions through internet marketing ●     The difference between arrogance and confidence ●     The future of online marketing ●     Tanner’s philosophy in life   In this generation where everything is in social media, how do you stand out and make an impact? Learn from one of the best online entrepreneurs, Tanner Chidester as he shares his simple beginnings – how he dominated the internet marketing space while living through his own personal beliefs. Check the full uncut video interview + transcript here IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whitney Miller (@whitnlove) hails from Corpus Christi, Texas, where her passion for sports led her to excel in soccer, track, and surfing. She made headlines in 2012 by winning the Miss United States title, breaking the stereotype that beauty pageant winners had to conform to a certain standard. After an intriguing career shift, Whitney delved into the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA, showcasing her versatility and dedication to her craft. Currently, Whitney is focused on her newest venture as a country singer, with the impending release of her latest single, “15 Minutes of Fame” Her journey serves as an inspiration to those who seek to follow their dreams, no matter the path they choose to take. For more info, check: whitneymillermusic.com What Whitney and Travis Discussed: The significance of finding a trusted community of people to write with when pursuing songwriting How songwriting can transform small ideas into great songs with unpredictable outcomes Whitney's story of overcoming her fear of singing and pursuing her passion for music The importance of reinventing yourself repeatedly for success later in life Tips for networking as a songwriter in Nashville Discussion on musicians in podcasting, the music industry in Nashville, and more In this podcast episode, we discuss the importance of finding a community of trusted people to write with while pursuing songwriting. We explore how songwriting can turn small ideas into great songs and how it can transform your life. We hear from Whitney Miller, who overcame her fear of singing in front of others and pursued her passion for music. We also discuss why reinventing yourself is crucial for success later in life and how to network as a songwriter in Nashville. Additionally, we touch on musicians in podcasting, the music industry in Nashville, and more. Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Sims (@stevedsims) is the founder and CEO of the luxury concierge service Bluefish. He is an entrepreneur known for being “The Real Life Wizard of Oz” according to Entrepreneur Magazine for his reputation for making the impossible possible.         Check out and grab your own copy of Go For Stupid here: https://amzn.to/40PJWUc   What Travis and Steve discussed: ●     How alone time helped Steve in achieving his goals ●     Talking to yourself and making the uncomfortable comfortable ●     The Story of Bluefish ●     Two sides of the coin for entrepreneurs with their peers ●     Relationships versus connections and more…   Searching for a clear path to your dreams and goals takes time. Join Travis and Steve in this episode as they discuss personal and interpersonal connections and relationships, and how they pitch the most unbelievable entrepreneurial ideas to their friends and make it happen. Tune in and make your dreams a reality! Check the full uncut video interview + transcript here Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Di Domenico (@thejohnnydshow) is a well-known corporate entertainer and character actor who provides customized content-driven comedy to his clients based on their mission, objectives, and goals. He exceeds expectations in his roles as a game show host, presenter, comedian, or character by bringing his unique blend of experience, talent, creativity, and reliability to every event. John's passion for creating spectacular, meaningful, and memorable events have led him to a diverse array of outstanding performances and kept him in high demand. John is mostly known for his Donald Trump impression.  What Travis and John discussed: John’s journey to becoming a successful actor and comedian,his early experiences performing impressions and developing his skills through speech therapy. Why success comes from a combination of recognizing the limitations of one's background and having a strong desire to achieve more. How John’s father's words about not getting rich working for someone else influenced him to work hard and pursue his own success. The importance of maximizing one's potential and using the resources available to succeed in today's world.  Intentional living and taking small steps towards your goals,  John shares all the nuances and stories of doing his most famous impression: Donald Trump and much more! Tune in to learn more about John Di Domenico's journey to becoming a successful actor and comedian. Discover the importance of recognizing one's limitations, having a strong desire to achieve more, and maximizing one's potential with the resources available to succeed in today's world. Join us to gain insights into intentional living and taking small steps towards one's goals, even when the finish line is not yet in sight. Check the full uncut video interview + transcript here Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Nicole Lepera is the @the.holistic.psychologist whose work addresses the connection between the mind, body, and soul incorporating overall lifestyle and psychological wellness practices. She is the creator of the #SelfHealers movement where people from around the world are joining together in a community to take healing into their own hands.   Grab a copy of How to Meet Your Self: The Workbook for Self-Discovery   What Travis and Nicole discussed: ●     Meeting yourself through the process of inquiry ●     How to not fall victim into your circumstances ●     Living out of habit and finding your true self ●     Parenting and children’s curiosity ●     Understanding and taking full control of your mind, body, and soul   Most people find themselves lost and unable to identify their authentic selves. Could this be from your past experiences from childhood or your current lifestyle and environment? Are you among these people? Start your holistic healing journey with Dr. Nicole LePera in this episode.  Check the full video interview + transcript here Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod  Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trey Gowdy (@tgowdysc) is a former congressman from South Carolina, Gowdy is a lawyer, author, and host of a podcast and television news commentary show, platforms he uses to discuss legal issues he believes are important to the nation.   Learn more from Trey by checking out The Trey Gowdy Podcast and grabbing a copy of his book Start, Stay, or Leave!   What Travis and Trey discussed: ●     Trey’s academic and sport outlook, regrets, and growth ●     What to look for in your early career ●     Trey’s learnings and relationship with his father ●     The impact and weight of public service ●     The art of knowing yourself   How do you win in life? Trey believes that the answer to that question is you. Yes, you! In this episode, Trey lets you in on the secret of his accomplishments both personally and professionally. Tune in and create your own ladder to success!  Check the full uncut interview + transcript here Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter.   Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell   Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Chris Van Vliet (@chrisvanvliet) is a 4-time Emmy Winning TV Host, YouTuber and Inc. 500 entrepreneur obsessed with reverse engineering the mindsets and habits of world class performers. He has traveled the world reporting from events like the Oscars, Grammys and the Cannes Film Festival.    Check out his podcast Insight with Chris Van Vliet where he shares conversations with actors, athletes, professional wrestlers and other entertainers! Want to know more about him? Check out his website: chrisvanvliet.com   What Travis and Chris discussed: ●     Chris finds opportunities in new media in the 2000s ●     Creator culture, advertisements, and subscribers ●     Podcasting as a hobby vs as a real business ●     The missing piece in virtual interviews ●     How to ace your interviews and more!     Everybody can do an interview. But how do you effectively create an impactful one, build connections, and create millions on the side? Win in your next interview by listening to today’s episode where great host, entrepreneur, and podcaster, Chris Van Vliet, shares his interviewing journey.   Check the full uncut interview + transcript here  Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter.   Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell   Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!     Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vince Young (@vinceyoung10) played in the National Football League for six seasons. He was drafted by the Tennessee Titans as the third overall pick in the 2006 NFL Draft, and he was also selected to be the Madden '08 cover athlete. Young played college football at the University of Texas, where he is often mentioned amongst the greatest quarterbacks in NCAA history.   Know more about him and what he’s currently doing by visiting vinceyoungffl.com.   What Travis and Vince discussed: ●     Growing up in an all-woman household ●     Finding strength and motivation in the lowest of times ●     Proving people wrong that he can be a quarterback ●     Vince’s athletic achievement that changed his and his family’s life ●     The difference between a good and great quarterback ●     Negative and positive energies   Learn more about who the athlete who won the Rose Bowl in Houston, Texas. Keep going in life with this electrifying and amazing man’s journey to becoming one of the greatest football athletes of all time.  Check the full episode + Transcript and the uncut video interview here Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter.   Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell   Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Hyatt (@michaelhyatt) is a New York Times bestselling author and the founder and chairman of Full Focus, a goal-achievement company that helps high-achieving leaders and their teams get the vision, alignment, and execution they need to drive extraordinary results without compromising their most important values.   Megan Hyatt Miller (@meganhyattmiller) is an author, speaker, and president and CEO of Full Focus. Under her leadership, Full Focus has been recognized as one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Places to Work, and has been named to the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing companies.   Check out their new book: Mind Your Mindset Hear more from them through their popular business podcast, Lead to Win.   What Travis, Megan, and Michael discussed: ●     The transition from Michael’s leadership to Megan’s at Full Focus ●     Megan wins double as a CEO and mother ●     Change of mindset: Process-oriented versus result-oriented ●     Overcoming your fear of public speaking ●      The science behind success, limiting beliefs, how to hack your mind’s operating system and much more!     In this episode, father and daughter duo Megan and Michael share their entrepreneurial and business mindsets that boosted their lives and careers to where they are now. Tune in and have a fresh perspective on your life, your career, other people, and the world.  Check the full episode + Transcript and a bonus video here   Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter.   Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell   Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bernard Hopkins (@bhopdaalien) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1988 to 2016. He's one of the most successful boxers of the past three decades, having held multiple world championships in two weight classes, including the undisputed middleweight title from 2001 to 2005, and the lineal light heavyweight title from 2011 to 2012, and probably most notably, he was known as the guy that finally beat Oscar de La Hoya and what's interesting now is that he actually works with Oscar at his company, Golden Boy Promotions.  What Travis and Bernard discussed: Growing up in a family where boxing was everyone's passion How Bernard got a second chance in life to change his behavior and set the foundation for his success later in life  The turning point in Bernard's life after his brother passed away and how his own life was at risk How Bernard turned every loss into a lesson The one word that changed everything: Different Bernard shares the story of one of his most challenging fights: Defeating Oscar de le Hoya The difference between entertainment boxing and REAL boxing Step into the ring and join us for a riveting conversation with Bernard Hopkins, one of the greatest boxers of our time, as he shares his inspiring journey from a troubled past to becoming a world champion. Listen as he reveals the turning point in his life, the lessons he learned from every loss and the one word that changed everything for him. Discover the behind-the-scenes story of his legendary fight against Oscar de la Hoya and the difference between entertainment boxing and real boxing. Don't miss out on this knockout episode with a true champion! Check the full episode + transcript here This is an episode you can’t miss! Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shaquille O'Neal (@shaq) is a retired American basketball player who was born in Newark, New Jersey, on March 6, 1972. He is known for his powerful athleticism and larger-than-life personality, standing at 7 ft 1 in tall and weighing 325 pounds. O'Neal played for six teams in the NBA and is considered one of the most dominant players in the league's history. He won four NBA championships and numerous individual awards, including the MVP award and 15 All-Star game selections. O'Neal has also found success in acting, music, television, and gaming, and is currently an analyst on Inside The NBA. He is a national spokesperson for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, with whom he has been involved for the past 15 years. What Travis and Shaq discussed: The definition of respect and why it's so important for Shaq Hard on the boys, soft on the girls, Shaq expands on this parenting advice Who you know or What You know, Shaq's view on networking and skill improvement The 3 jobs every man has: Protect, Provide and Love How to stop a disagreement turn into a fight, Shaq's advice on marriage Don't miss out on our latest podcast episode featuring the one and only Shaquille O'Neal! Join us as we dive deep into his life as a retired NBA player and his success in various industries. Listen as Shaq shares his insights on the definition of respect, parenting advice, networking, and the three jobs every man has. Plus, learn how to stop a disagreement from turning into a fight with Shaq's expert advice on marriage. Tune in now for an episode filled with wisdom and inspiration from one of the greatest athletes of all time! Check the full episode with the transcript and the uncut video interview here Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a Vegas local, this one goes out to everyone in Raider nation! Willie Gault (@williegault) spent 11 seasons playing in the National Football League with the Los Angeles Raiders and Chicago Bears. Gault, who is regarded as one of the NFL's all-time fastest players, was a member of the Bears squad that won the Super Bowl XX and the US Olympic team. From 1979 to 1982, Gault participated in college football at the University of Tennessee. He led the Vols in flexible shots as a sophomore, middle and senior, and got his name. He continues to hold a lot of school records. Gault is presently seeking a career as an actor and setting world records. What Travis and Willie discussed: How Willie’s parents inspired him to be accountable for his decisions and mistakes at an early age. The importance of creating choices and making intelligent decisions based on information.  Willie’s motivation to play different sports and being inspired by mentors and sports legends. The mindset of trusting your skills and building confidence from that. How Willie achieved success by controlling what he could and how preparation made a difference in his life. Why it is important to understand the history of your craft to get better at it and become world-class. Hard work, skill improvement, dedication, and much more! Tune in as Willie shares his life story, growing up being motivated and inspired to play different sports, and how trusting his skills made him confident that he could take on any career challenge. Also, Willie expands on the importance of understanding what’s beyond your control and working on what you actually can control. Don’t miss his insights on getting better and becoming world-class at any craft or sport.  This is an episode you can’t miss! Check the full episode. + transcript here Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Nurse (@davidnursenba) has been transforming the way hundreds of NBA stars play on the court for most of his career. In fact, his method was dubbed as training “athletes of the future” because of his ability to teach them how to tap into different mindsets and become unstoppable.  He has written two bestselling books (Pivot & Go and Breakthrough), runs a successful motivational coaching business and is a highly-sought-after speaker—hired by companies like Dell, Salesforce, ESPN and The NBA—to help thousands of employees and athletes develop unshakeable mindsets. In fact, he was recently named as one of the top 50 keynote speakers in the world by Real Leaders and ranks as the youngest speaker on the list. Check out his podcast The David Nurse Show and know more about him through his website www.davidnurse.com.  Also check out his new book: Do It: The Life-Changing Power of Taking Action What Travis and David discussed: How David’s NBA dream did not come true A lesson from David’s mom that led him to better opportunities Why David thinks life is all about relationships and less about resumes How practicing 163 times before going on the stage made David a great speaker Creating learning spaces for people who want to learn and grow Writing, speaking, podcasting, creating, and more! David Nurse has always dreamt of playing for the NBA, but things didn’t quite work out. In today’s episode, tune in as he shares how his life turned around from wanting to be a player on the court to being the one who coaches the next star athletes. Listen to this great mentor and author talk about his views on being eclectic and unique as he continuously creates an impact on the world. Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Brown (@81timbrown) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver in the NFL. He played college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, where he won the Heisman Trophy, becoming the first wide receiver to do so. He spent sixteen years with the Los Angeles Raiders, during which he established himself as one of the NFL's greatest wide receivers of all time. Brown has also played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In 2015, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.   Brown was named first-team All-Pro and to the Pro Bowl after leading the NFL in kickoff returns (41 for 1,098 yards, 26.8 average, and 1 TD) and setting a rookie record for combined net yards. He was also named first-team All-AFC six times – once as a kick returner, once as a punt returner, and four times at wide receiver. He was also named to the NFL’s All-Decade Team of the 1990s.   What Travis and Tim discussed: ●     A young kid in Southeast Dallas, turning points in 10-year old Tim’s life ●     Tim’s sole sports regret and disappointment ●     The road to Tim’s future: How he aced his education and trained in football ●     How Tim overcame discouragement as he built his career ●     What it takes to gain the football IQ   Tim Brown did not want to be the best player in the country, but he played along and went for it. In this episode of Travis Makes Friends, tune in as Tim shares the story of his past, his secret to building his football career, and tactics to become level in the playing field. Listen to Tim as he tells the ups and downs of his football career and how to win in life.  Check the full episode + transcript and video here Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter.   Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell   Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining Travis Chappell on this episode of Travis Makes Friends is comedian Brendan Schaub. Brendan is a former professional MMA fighter and co-host of the popular podcast "The Fighter and the Kid". What They Discussed: Brendan's background and how he got into comedy The story behind "The Fighter and the Kid" podcast and how Brendan met co-host Bryan Callen The Joe Rogan Spotify deal and its impact on podcasting The difference between stepping into the MMA cage and onto the comedy stage Brendan's philosophy on not doing things just for the money Why Brendan decided to quit UFC Reflecting on Theo Von leaving "The Fighter and the Kid" and how to handle the emotions that come with it The future of Thiccc Boy Studios In this episode, you'll hear Brendan Schaub share his journey from being an MMA fighter to becoming a successful comedian and podcaster. He also shares valuable insights on various topics, including the podcasting industry, dealing with change, and the importance of doing what you love. If you're a fan of comedy, podcasting, or just looking for some inspiration, this episode is for you. Connect Here: Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis's free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don't forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean Cannell (@seancannell) is back again for part 2, to show the winning strategies to dominating YouTube, TikTok, and more! Sean is the CEO of Think Media, co-founder of Video Influencers, and the world's most-watched YouTube strategist. He has achieved success in building a six-figure income as a “Tech YouTuber” and now he operates a seven-figure online video education company. Sean and his family live in Las Vegas, Nevada, and consist of his wife Sonja, his son Sean Bradley, his new son John Stephen, and his chihuahua Sophie. He is a passionate advocate for helping people build their influence and income with online video and his mission is to help entrepreneurs leverage the power of video to reach their goals. What Travis and Sean discussed: How vertical video is taking over the online space and it’s crucial for any social media/video strategy Why entrepreneurs should invest in content creation to increase their social media impact and authority  Sean’s strategy to repurpose a video intro to multiple videos on different platforms, from long content to short content.  The power of interviews as the foundation for a content creation strategy. Is TikTok influencing our way of thinking and political views? How to start from scratch and on the right path on Youtube Is volume more important than quality? Vertical video on Pinterest, video podcasting, media consumption habits, and much more! Don't miss out on this episode! Join Sean Cannell for part 2 of his winning strategies to dominate YouTube and more! Learn how to repurpose long-form videos, leverage the power of interviews, understand TikTok's influence, and how to get started on the right path on YouTube. Tune in now to unlock the secrets of digital video success! Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nikole Mitchell is a kickass life coach who helps people create the life of their dreams and thrive in all areas of life. She helps dreamers, leaders, and celebrities by expanding their beliefs, clearing any blocks, and getting them into the flow where they can find everything they are looking for. Mitchell has a big calling on her life and wants to help others access their own dream lives. Previously, Mitchell was the poster child for people-pleasing, perfection, and a scarcity mindset, but she shed those layers that no longer served her. She came out publicly as queer, left the Christian faith, and owned the fullness of who she was, even if it meant disappointing important people in her life. This newfound freedom allowed her to go from relying on food stamps to making multiple six figures doing what she loves, which is life coaching and modeling. Through her work as a speaker, writer, and life coach, Mitchell aims to change individual lives and bring people together from all walks of life, equipping them with the tools to go back to their communities and make the world a more beautiful place. She believes that struggling and suffering are not required and that ease and flow are a birthright, and she is passionate about helping others access this abundance and opportunities. Want to connect with Nikole? Visit https://nikolemitchell.com/ What Travis, Jackie, Eric, and Nikole discussed: Nikole's strict religious upbringing and wrestling with desires contrary to the teaching of the church. The difficult yet rewarding journey of deconstruction. How creating explicit content on OnlyFans radically changed Nikole's life. Raising kids without indoctrinating them. The common mistakes couples make during divorce. Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Follow on Social: IG 👉🏻 instagram.com/travischappell FB 👉🏻 facebook.com/traviscchappell Twitter 👉🏻 twitter.com/traviscchappell Pinterest 👉🏻 pinterest.com/travischappellpod Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alisa Jacobs (@gingerjacobs) is a serial entrepreneur, brand marketer, and social impact leader specializing in product innovation and community building. She is also the founder of LOOP Studios, Lucid Vision, and the Founding CEO of Queens Gaming Collective.  Throughout her career, she's landed partnerships with people like Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Ellen Degeneres, The Kardashians, The Grammys, and NBA.  Her Culture-first approach has led her to build brands for industry giants like Diageo and Activision-Blizzard and innovate across different industries such as gaming, sports, fashion, music, and tech.  Alisa is also a thought leader with a proven track record in web3, NFTs, branding, media, marketing, PR, business development, change management, talent relations, partnerships, digital content, and events. Her mission is to democratize opportunity and increase inclusivity in the creator economy. What Travis and Alisa discussed: How Alisa started and ran multiple businesses since 9 years old. Alisa’s drive to learn new skills and how she capitalized on opportunities. Is college necessary to get ahead in business and in life?  How Alisa understood that relationships and networking would catapult her career. How Alisa was able to engineer her career and be succesful in different industries. The value of time, experiences that leveled up Alisa’s career, and much more! In this episode, Alisa shares his journey from his early days being a serial entrepreneur at just 9 years old, working in multiple industries and the challenges of each industry. She discusses the importance of learning new skills, networking, and taking control of your own career. Alisa also expands on how she landed important and challenging jobs and partnerships and how she was able to build a successful career in the last 15 years. Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rudy Mawer is a successful entrepreneur and CEO. He works with Kevin Harrington on a Marketing Capital group and has helped over 50,000 small businesses around the world. He has recently been focused on operating large US Ecom brands with his partners Tai Lopez and Alex Mehr through their investment group, Retail eCommerce Ventures. These brands include ex-billion dollar companies such as Pier 1, DressBarn, Steinmart, Modells, Franklin Mint and more. He is also the host of the Living The Red Life Podcast. He built his first multi-million dollar business by the age of 27, and has since become an expert in advertising, funnels, and marketing strategy. He has run teams of over 300 employees for 9 figure brands, and built one of the world's largest direct response marketing agencies, which has generated over $250 million in revenue for its clients. He was awarded a USA 0-1 visa for his consulting work and marketing skills and has been featured in major media channels such as NBC.  What Travis and Rudy discussed: How Rudy was different from other kids in school, always hustling, planning, and thinking ahead. Why Rudy thinks money controls you and can enable and amplify happiness. Why did Rudy choose America over the U.K. for his next steps in entrepreneurship? How Rudy disrupted the online marketing space with his strategies, experiences, and mindset. Rudy’s experience scaling multiple online marketing businesses. Problem-solving at the millionaire level. Online advertising, building authority, and much more. Listen now to the latest episode of Travis Makes Friends, where Rudy Mawer, a successful entrepreneur and CEO, shares his journey of building his first multi-million dollar business by the age of 27, and how he became an expert in advertising, funnels, and marketing strategy. He also explains his experience scaling multiple online marketing businesses, problem-solving at the millionaire level, and building authority in the industry.  Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Rudy's unique perspective and take your business to the next level by tuning in now! Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American former professional basketball player Artis Gilmore competed in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and American Basketball Association (ABA). On August 12, 2011, Gilmore was admitted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Gilmore, a standout center during his two years of college at Jacksonville University, guided the Dolphins to the 1970 NCAA Division I championship game before losing to the UCLA Bruins 80–69. Gilmore continues to hold the record for most rebounds per game in NCAA Division I basketball. Gilmore was selected first overall in the 1976 ABA Dispersal draft, which distributed the players in the ABA clubs, like the Kentucky Colonels, after five All-Star seasons with them.  Gilmore won the ABA Rookie of the Year, the ABA MVP, and was selected to the team 11 times. Known as "The A-Train," Artis once participated in 670 straight games. What Travis and Artis discussed:  Challenging times, growing up in a big family in the 1950s. How Artis stepped up for his family and desired to move forward. Artis’s experience living the growth of the sport both in the NBA and the ABA. How basketball has helped bring people together and make an impact in the community.  And much more! In this episode, Travis Makes Friends with basketball legend Artis Gilmore. Artis shares his life stories growing up in the 50 in the middle of segregation and other challenging experiences being the second oldest of 9 siblings. Tune in and listen to how Artis overcame the different struggles and provided for his family at a young age. Artis expands on how basketball has helped bring people together and create a community around this sport.  Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating!  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garret White (@garretjwhite) is the founder of the Wake Up Warrior Movement and author of the best-selling book "WARRIOR BOOK," the creator of Warrior Week, and the host of several top-rated podcasts including "Warrior On Fire," "Warrior Wealth," and "Date Your Wife." His journey to create the Warrior Movement began in 2012, after he was inspired to turn his life around following the financial crisis of 2008. The Warrior Movement, which follows the unconventional "Warriors Way" approach to living and doing business, has been making waves in the business world. What Travis and Garret Discussed:    How did Garrett's early childhood trauma affect his life, and why is it important to address and work through past traumas?  What are the toxic and damaging effects of certain views on sex and relationships, and why is it important to examine and challenge these beliefs? The distinction between sex, intimacy, and love How to transcend to a whole new level with clairgenics The moment that led to the creation of the Warriors Way and how it has helped other men regain their power. How does certainty impact our lives and our ability to achieve our goals?  Financial stability, building a kingdom, exposure, and a lot more…. In this episode, Garret White joins Travis to talk about the effects of early childhood trauma and the importance of addressing and working through past experiences. They also explore the dangers of toxic views on sex and relationships and the importance of examining and challenging these beliefs. Garret shares his insights on the difference between sex, intimacy, and love. He also tells the story of the moment that led to the creation of the Warriors Way and how it has helped other men regain their power. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Garret's wisdom and experience. Head over to https://www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Hansen (@officialchrishansen) is a renowned American television journalist best known for his work on the weekly reality legal program "Dateline NBC," where he organized sting operations to entice prospective online sex predators in “To Catch a Predator”. In addition to hosting some of the spin-off programs, he also revived the "Hansen vs. Predator" section on his syndicated program, "Crime Watch Daily." He hosted "Killer Instinct," a show on Investigation Discovery that followed homicide cases, after his two-decade career with NBC came to an end. He presently hosts the "Have a Seat with Chris Hansen" YouTube series and his podcast Predators I’ve Caught. Spearheaded by Chris Hansen, TruBlu is the home to some of the biggest personalities in crime and investigation. Chris examines scams, catches predators, and brings you a fresh supply of gripping crime programs and documentaries. He is regarded as one of the top investigative journalists and has won numerous domestic and international accolades. What Travis, Eric, and Chris Discussed: Predators I’ve Caught, a live event were Chris reveals the behind-the-scenes and insights of 19 years of catching predators, ​​live at the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, February 3, 4, 5, 2023. Chris’s early interest in crime investigation and journalism when he was 14 and intrigued by Jimmy Hoffa’s disappearance. How Chris’s interest in investigative crime stories led him to pursue online predators. The story behind the first episode of To Catch A Predator, and the struggles he faced to air the episode. How parents can help their kids avoid being in risky situations and away from dangerous people. Social responsibility, the new risks with social media platforms, dating apps, and much more. Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ask Paul Pierce, and he will tell you: When you have suffered, when you have failed, when you have known what it is to be humbled — when you endure all of that and emerge on top, triumph is all the sweeter. The journey of the 6’7″ Hall of Fame forward, from the playgrounds of L.A. to superstardom and back again, is astounding both for its success and how it was achieved. From his childhood through college and the NBA, Paul toiled on the court, working tirelessly on his game, never with fanfare, always with confidence. Throughout a 19-year NBA career, No. 34 was a consummate player, stalwart defender and offensive dynamo. At his peak, he famously faced up and defeated LeBron James and Kobe Bryant in the same championship playoff run. An all-star, NBA champion and Finals MVP, he has lived up to the meaning of his nickname — the Truth — by staying true to himself. Head over to https://www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Salley (@johnsalley) is a former American professional basketball player who played in the NBA from 1986 to 2000. He was a four-time NBA champion, winning titles with the Detroit Pistons, Chicago Bulls, and Los Angeles Lakers. Salley was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1964 and attended Georgia Tech, where he played college basketball. He was selected by the Pistons in the first round of the 1986 NBA Draft and went on to play for a number of teams during his career, including the Pistons, Bulls, Lakers, Miami Heat, Toronto Raptors, and Panathinaikos. After retiring from basketball, Salley has remained active in the sports world as a television commentator and has also pursued a career in acting. He has appeared in a number of movies and television shows, including "Bad Boys II," "He Got Game," and "The Jamie Foxx Show." Salley is also a vegan and has been an advocate for plant-based living and animal rights. What Travis and John discussed:  John’s early career playing basketball in New York at a young age.  Why John thinks hard work creates talent and how your body transforms from practicing The most important skill of all is to learn how to build skills Debuting with the Detroit Pistons and not scoring for the first 15 games. Why do parents need to view their kids as human beings and not as children? Mental health in sports, becoming a TV commentator and a lot more. In this podcast episode, John Salley shares his journey from his early days playing basketball in New York to his successful career in the NBA, winning four championships with the Detroit Pistons, Chicago Bulls, and Los Angeles Lakers. He discusses the importance of hard work in developing talent and shares insights on his experience debuting with the Pistons and not scoring for the first 15 games. Salley also touches on the importance of mental health in sports and his transition to a career in television commentary. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on parenting and the need to view children as human beings. Tune in to hear more from this accomplished athlete and actor. Head over to https://www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith Yackey is known as the “realest guy in real estate." Keith Yackey (@keithyackey) is a former Pastor who has had a diverse range of experiences, including owning multiple million-dollar businesses and even dating porn stars. He has built a successful business empire and is now dedicated to sharing the principles that have contributed to his success with others. Within 2 years in real estate, he flipped 185 properties and has grown to do over 700 Deals, Owned 300 rentals, and raised over 45 million dollars in his career. Keith and his wife, Jesse Marquez (@jessemarquez3), are helping men become the most attractive version of themselves to have both a successful sex and married life with The Married Game. He has been asked to speak on the biggest stages with the biggest names, ranging from Music Super Star Pitbull, Motivational Legend Tony Robbins and his own personal friends Gary Vee, Russell Brunson and Lewis Howes. People want to hear his inspirational story, going from a carpenter banging nails to a successful real estate investor banging out deals. What Travis, Keith, and Jesse discussed: Challenging the traditional definition of marriage The reasons why guys don’t get laid How to become more attractive and make your spouse desire you! How do Keith and Jesse help men get back with their ex? Monogamy, religion, sex, and much more… In this episode, we have a raw, real conversation about his wildlife – from his tumultuous life as a pastor to living the ultimate bachelor life having sex with over 200 women to crushing it in real estate. Head over to www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vicente Fox Quesada (@vicentefoxq) is a Mexican businessman and politician who served as the President of Mexico from 2000 to 2006. He was the first president in over 70 years who was not a member of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), which had held a virtual monopoly on power in Mexico since the 1920s. As president, Fox pursued a number of economic and political reforms, including measures to reduce corruption, improve the country's infrastructure, and increase access to education.  He received a bachelor's degree in business administration from the Universidad Iberoamericana in 1964 and later studied business administration in the United States. He worked for the Coca-Cola Company for more than 20 years, starting from the bottom and rising to the position of President of Coca-Cola Mexico and Latin America. Fox has remained active in public life, speaking out on a variety of issues and writing books about his experiences as president and his vision for the future of Mexico. What Travis and Former President Vicente Fox Discussed: How Vicente Fox realized at a young age that happiness comes from helping others Being president of Coca-Cola Mexico, starting just as a truck driver Why is every human being capable of great leadership? The similarities and differences between achieving success in politics and in business Selling, Purpose, the American Dream, and much more… Join Travis and former President Vicente Fox for an enlightening conversation about leadership, success, and the human spirit. In this episode, Fox shares his journey from truck driver to the President of Coca-Cola Mexico and Latin America. Fox also reflects on his experiences as president and his vision for the future of Mexico and shares his thoughts on happiness, purpose, and leadership. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a seasoned leader with a unique perspective on life and success. Tune in now! Head over to https://www.travis.team and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh Peck (@shuapeck) is an actor, comedian, and YouTuber known for his roles on the Nickelodeon show "Drake & Josh" and in films such as "Mean Creek," "Drillbit Taylor," and "The Wackness." He has also provided voice work for the "Ice Age" franchise and the Nickelodeon animated series "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," and starred in the Fox comedy series "Grandfathered" and the Disney+ original series "Turner & Hooch." In 2017, Peck started a YouTube channel called "Shua Vlogs" featuring his wife Paige O'Brien and members of the Vlogsquad. Peck was born in New York City and grew up with his mother and maternal grandmother, where he developed an interest in stand-up comedy at a young age. Josh is also the co-host of the Good Guys Podcast and the author of Happy People Are Annoying What Travis and Josh discussed: The idea behind Josh’s new book, Happy People are Annoying. The challenges of an acting career at a young age How Josh was able to provide for two households by being financially disciplined Traditional media vs building an influence on modern social media The relationship behind an actor, a character and the director Rejection, stardorm, influencing on social media and much more… Join us for a dynamic and engaging conversation with actor, comedian, and YouTuber Josh Peck on this week's episode of Travis Makes Friends. We talked about Josh's new book "Happy People Are Annoying," the challenges of starting an acting career, and the pros and cons of traditional media vs social media. Plus, we'll dive into the complex issues of rejection, stardom, and the role of social media in the entertainment industry.  Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Josh and gain valuable insights – tune in now! Check the full episode + transcript + video here Head over to https://www.travis.team/ and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buying a business for no money down is just a mindset. Sharran Srivatsaa (@sharransrivatssa) is a successful entrepreneur and public speaker, known for his expertise in business strategy and investment. He has founded and led several successful companies, including Teles Properties, which experienced 10x growth over a five-year period and was eventually acquired by Douglas Elliman. In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Sharran has worked as an investment advisor and corporate strategist for firms such as Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse.  He has also spent time building recreational programs for luxury resorts and has experience in the technology sector, serving as a director and advisor for various companies in the space.  Sharran holds a bachelor's degree in computer science from Luther College and an MBA with honors from Vanderbilt University. He is a member of the Genius Network and Young President's Organization (YPO), and hosts a popular podcast called "Business School" where he discusses his past successes and failures in entrepreneurship.  What Travis and Sharran discussed: Sharran’s private equity firm that focuses on being minority partners Why is Sharran focusing his social media strategy on Youtube? Why you should upgrade your environment and the people in your environment? How to encourage your kids to get into entrepreneurship? The importance of parents having individual projects wish each one of their kids How to buy a business with no cash upfront? What’s Sharran’s view on Elon Musk’s take on Twitter and the actions he is taking? Seller financing, why he hired a 6-year-old CEO, networking and so much more… If you are looking for valuable insights on how to succeed in business and life? Look no further! In this episode of Travis Makes Friends, Sharran Srivatsaa, a renowned entrepreneur and expert in business strategy and investment, shares his experiences and insights on a range of topics, including his private equity firm that only focuses on minority partnerships, the importance of upgrading your environment and the people in it, hiring of a six-year-old CEO, and networking. Plus, he offers his thoughts on FTX, Elon Musk's use of Twitter.  Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Sharran and gain valuable insights that you can apply to your own life. Tune in to Travis Makes Friends now to hear more! Check the full episode + transcript + video here Head over to https://www.travis.team/ and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you hate laughing, you’ll hate today’s guest! Bryan Callen (@bryancallen) is a stand-up comedian, actor, and podcaster. He was born in Manila, Philippines and grew up in the United States. He studied acting at the Beverly Hills Playhouse and began his career as a stand-up comedian.  In 1995, he was cast on the sketch comedy TV series "MADtv," where he became known for his impressions and comedic characters. In addition to "MADtv," Callen has appeared in a number of films and TV shows, including "Californication," "Entourage," and "The Hangover." He has also released several comedy specials and continues to tour as a stand-up comedian. In 2015, he joined the cast of the TV series "The Goldbergs" and its spin-off, "Schooled," as Coach Mellor.  In addition to his acting career, Callen is also a successful podcaster, hosting the popular show "The Fighter and the Kid" with Brendan Schaub. He continues to be a mainstay in the comedy world, performing and entertaining audiences with his unique brand of humor. What Travis and Bryan discussed: Bonding through shared experiences, such as struggle and challenging situations Setting an example of excellence for your kids as a parent loving them enough to be hard on them. Bryan’s competitive personality in sports and in comedy Why Byran wanted to stand out and not be ordinary? The difference between courage and being a man The power of laughter to bring people together and enhance relationships Manhood, Joe Rogan, the quest for eternal life, and so much more... Listen to this episode to learn more about Bryan’s view on how men bond through sharing difficult experiences, why it is important to have struggle in your life to create the lifestyle you want and setting an example of excellence for your kids. Also, the importance of sports to learn how tough you can be or not, his desire not to be ordinary, why Bryan doesn’t believe in the idea of courage and a lot more. Check the episode transcript and video here Head over to https://www.travis.team/ and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you looking to improve your life and connect with positive, inspiring individuals? Tune in to our new show: Travis Makes Friends, this show features longer interviews with a variety of guests, including entertainers, entrepreneurs, athletes, comedians, and much more, in order to provide a mix of valuable information and entertainment. Your host, Travis Chappell, believes in the power of empathy and respect and will bring on guests with a range of perspectives in order to promote open-mindedness and understanding. Our ultimate goal is to support you, our audience, in improving your lives and achieving your goals. Travis Makes Friends aims to be a positive influence on your life, offering valuable insights and entertainment, as well as the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who are also high achievers and inspiring individuals. We invite you to join us on this journey towards personal growth and fulfillment. Tune in to Travis Makes Friends and let's build strong friendships and connections together. Check the full episode + transcript here Head over to https://www.travis.team/ and subscribe to Travis’s free newsletter. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travischappell Subscribe to Travis Makes Friends on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Time To Run Your Business Without It Running You!   In today’s episode, we welcome Stacy Tuschl. Stacy is a Best-Selling Author, Business Coach, and Multiple 7-Figure Business Owner. She is the CEO & Founder of Well Oiled Operations, where she helps entrepreneurs automate and drive more traffic to their businesses. Stacy started her first business in her parent's backyard teaching dance classes and still runs that company today and has turned it into a 7 figure business. She is also the host of the Well Oiled Operations Podcast, which shares proven strategies for building high-performance teams, building systems, automation, and more.  Listen closely as Stacy shares her story of finding her passion for dance and how she created a 7 figure business at a young age. Stacy also explains how she learns by doing and taking action instead of focusing on theory. They dive deep into why companies need to put systems in place in order to run effectively, how to onboard new employees using video and demonstrations and why owners and founders should be involved when creating systems and processes. Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 11:57] Falling in Love with Dance and Business Joining the varsity dance team at eight years old Graduating with a business degree but stepping away from the traditional path Stacy’s first business that turned into a 7 figure business Stacy’s take on traditional education and going to college   [11:58 - 17:02] Mastering Building Systems and Processes Building a million-dollar dance studio in the 2008 recession From chaos to systems and processes How Stacy leverages video and demonstrations to onboard new employees   [17:03 -28:11] Well-Oiled Operations Turning a passion for dance and business into a great company Why owners should be involved in the system-building process How Stacy helps companies build systems Leveraging a podcast to grow authority and trust   Tweetable Quotes:    “My knowledge came from running a business for 20 years, making mistakes, trying things, and learning the hard way ” - Stacy Tushcl “My passion for dance ended up turning into my passion for business. I’m obsessed with business!” - Stacy Tushcl. Connect with Stacy: LinkedIn   Visit: stacytusch.com   Subscribe to the Well-Oiled Operations Podcast   Listen to Travis’s interview on Stacy’s show here.   Follow Stacey on:   Instagram: @stacytuschl   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How well is your business aligned for growth?   In today’s episode, Travis interviews Philippe Bouissou, Ph.D. Philippe has spent three decades in Silicon Valley as an entrepreneur, a CEO, a venture capitalist, and a management consultant. He is a Managing Partner at Blue Dots Partners LLC, a firm he co-founded focused on top-line acceleration. He started his career as the founder and CEO of G2i, Inc., a Unix software company that Matra acquired. He then was Senior Vice President at Matra Hachette Multimedia, Inc., where he led US business development for electronic publishing for the $12 billion, high-tech and diversified media company before joining Apple as Director of the Worldwide Internet Commerce group, where he founded and managed the online Apple Store and grew its revenue from zero to $350 million. During his career, Bouissou led over 120 management-consulting projects with companies such as Cisco, Microsoft, SAP, and Verisign. He served on the board of directors of 20 companies, including ACG (Association for Corporate Growth) Silicon Valley, where he currently serves. Tune in as Travis and Philippe discuss why it’s crucial to adapt to any business situation and how Philippe reinvented himself when facing different challenges as an entrepreneur  Philippe dives deep into how Blue Dots Partners helps multimillion companies grow by 38% and how it allows CEOs of technology and services companies with at least $10 million in revenue to grow their top-line faster. He also shares the idea behind his new book  Aligning the Dots: The New Paradigm to Grow Any Business and how the four principles of alignment will help any company grow in just a few months.   Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 08:30] Reinventing and Adapting Constantly Traveling around the world at an early age and adapting to each culture Pivoting from his earlier plan of being a pilot From coding in a lab to create his first company in Silicon Valey     [08:31 - 16:02] Founding and Managing the online Apple Store The advantages of having engineers in Europe to work on a startup Joining Apple and developing the online Apple Store idea How Philippe’s conviction changed Apple and its relationship with its clients     [16:05 -17:55] A Venture Capitalist The challenges of being a Venture Capitalist and dealing with CEOs Philippe’s true passion with being involved with IT and Operations   [17:56 -28:46] Blue Dots Partners and Aligning The Dots How every company is different, and not every growth strategy is a good fit The four principles of alignment  Why is there only one business on the entire planet How Blue Dots analyses the alignment of companies Tweetable Quote:  “ There is only one business in this planet, and that business is the manufacturing and delivery of delights” - Philippe Bouissou  Get your copy of Aligning the Dots: Aligning the Dots: The New Paradigm to Grow Any Business. Click here Connect with Philippe: LinkedIn   Visit: https://bluedotspartners.com/   Follow Philippe on:   Twitter: @phBouissou                Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You have been operating under the assumption that you can only be good at one thing. Today we are joined by Garret White; Garrett is the founder of the Wake Up Warrior Movement, Author of the Best Selling Book WARRIOR BOOK, Creator of Warrior Week, and Host of the top-rated podcasts Warrior On Fire, Warrior Wealth, and Date Your Wife. What started as a desire to set himself free from the bondage of his own failing life after the banking crisis of 2008 soon transformed into the launch of a Global Movement in Late 2012. The Warrior Movement is quickly changing the business world we have known for decades using an unconventional method for living and producing as a modern man known as the Warriors Way.  Garrett is also the creator of WarriorCon4, an event that will unlock access to the time-tested, proven System & Science of The Warrior’s Way that has changed the lives of 55,000+ committed creators; to get your tickets visit: https://travischappell.com/warrior Tune in as Garrett and Travis discuss the difference between entrepreneurism and hustling, why men in today’s age should regain their power, how early traumas and failures shaped Garret's personality and drive, and the importance of having a fundamentally good relationship with God to achieve success and freedom.   Key Highlights:    [05:35 - 17:48]  Letting go of Abuse and Dysfunction Garrett’s early childhood trauma The toxic frame around sex when growing up Mormon Deconstructing what you learn as a kid to succeed as an adult     [17:49 - 29:26] Being Everything and Nothing at the Same Time Why it’s important to overcome the fear of exposure Garrett’s experience with clairgenics: Complete consciousness Sex, intimacy, and love are not the same     [29:27 - 43:22] Entrepreneurism vs Hustlin’ From P.E Teacher to the Mortgage business Garrett’s breakthrough to not be broke again How Garrett realized that he was just hustling and not building a kingdom     [43:23 -1:05:19] The Warriors Way The moment everything came crashing down The currency of certainty How Garrett’s story helped other men regain their power Building a movement first and looking for freedom     Tweetable Quotes:    “You can have love and intimacy and have it not be sexual” - Garrett White  “Entrepreneurism is a commitment to becoming a kingdom builder”  - Garret White  Get your WarriorCon4 Tickets here Connect with Garrett:     Visit: https://garrettjwhite.com/     Follow Garrett on:   Instagram: @garrettjwhite                                                                Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For today's episode, we have on the show, Justin Sloan. Justin is a business-oriented and highly driven-entrepreneur who is passionate about investment and asset management. Justin ventured into the world of business at the age of 20 when he took every penny in his bank account and started his first cell phone retail store with himself as the only employee. After months of working every day from open to close, the business was able to hire the first employee and eventually grow into a large chain.  Justin is also the CEO of Sloan Capital. Sloan Capital helps investors deploy capital into various asset classes. From real estate to venture, they position investments to where they believe the world is heading. The firm is a disciplined and forward-thinking collective creating opportunities in areas most don't know exist.  Tune in as Justin and Travis discuss the transition from hustling to being an entrepreneur, how to pivot to different investments and assets, and why it’s important to fractionally own different assets instead of just one class of asset when investing. Justin expands on Everbowl, a chain of healthy Acai bowl restaurants that offers healthy food at an affordable price for its customers. Justin seeks to help other investors diversify their revenue streams by investing in franchises while also creating employment opportunities and offering healthier eating options.   Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 10:48] 15 years of Selling Cellphones  Growing up in the hustle culture From selling phones at the mall to owning cellphone stores Why Justin didn't get the value he expected from going to college and dropping out twice   [10:49 - 16:49] Pivoting and Real Estate Exiting the cellphone business and pivoting to other opportunities Getting started in different Real Estate assets and investments Why diversification is crucial to make better investments     [16:50 -22:55] Everbowl The value and leverage of franchise businesses How a mastermind helped Justin get to the next level of entrepreneurship Justin’s journey to acquire the rights to Everbowl in Texas   [22:56 -28:46] The Everbowl Investment How to invest in Everbowl Justin’s advice on investing and diversifying              Tweetable Quote:  “ I think that the world is better to fractionally own lots and lots of stuff ” - Justin Sloan  “ At the end of the day, a franchise is a repeatable business” - Justin Sloan Connect with Justin: LinkedIn   Visit: sloan-capital.com   Follow Justin on:   Instagram: @sloancapital                 Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fast forward your marketing brain with just a 20 minute podcast   In today’s episode we are joined once again by Jason Harris, Jason is the CEO of the award-winning creative agency, "Mekanism" and the author of the national best seller book "The Soulful Art of Persuasion." Jason has more than 20 years of expertise in creating provocative campaigns through a blend of Soul & Science. He is also now the host of the new podcast Soul & Science a show where he interviews the top CEOs of famous brands in a quest to answer the most critical questions when it comes to marketing and building lasting brands.  Travis and Jason discuss the power of podcasting to connect with brands and entrepreneurs, how podcasting inevitably leads to sales when done correctly and how to cultivate relationships through a podcast. Jason shares the idea behind the Soul & Science podcast and how amazed Jason was when he noticed how open entrepreneurs and brands were when sharing their strategies in a podcast. They dive deep into the challenges and opportunities of podcasting in 2022, social media advertising, getting brands into the metaverse and how to identify your core audience for any business.     Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 08:24] Why Starting a Podcast? Sharing all the strategies from the top brands and creating the podcast Leveraging podcasting to network and close deals Why a podcast invite should not become a sales pitch     [08:25 - 24:18] The Soul & Science Podcast Why Jason started the podcast to pick the brain of the CMO’s of top brands Entrepreneurs and brands being an open book in the podcast and sharing their top strategies The right moment to do a podcast and the challenges a new podcaster can expect Podcasts being crucial to drive book sales The downsides of using Clubhouse and why it didn’t performed well     [24:48 -27:29] The Potential of a Podcast Format  How CMO’s are vulnerable in the podcast format and share their mindset and strategies Learning from other brands experiences to build lasting brands    [27:30 -27:29] Social Media Advertising in 2022  The power of TikTok and how it has taken share of other platforms Getting brands into the Metaverse and new social media platforms How Jason’s creative team produces high engaging ideas for social media How to identify your core audience using various strategies.       Tweetable Quote:  “ In the Soul & Science Podcast you can fast forward your marketing mind in about 20 minutes” - Jason Harris “The best money is spent first on identifying who your core audience is and where they spend their time” - Jason Harris   Connect with Jason: LinkedIn   Order Jason’s book: The Soulful Art of Persuasion: The 11 Habits That Will Make Anyone a Master Influencer Follow Jason on:   Instagram: @jason_harris   Listen to the Soul &Science Podcast here     Resources Mentioned AskWonder Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your success depends on your ability to manage and develop the people who work for you!Natalie Dawson, our guest for today’s episode, is an expert in developing people and building scalable teams. She has interviewed, hired, trained, and led thousands of employees over the course of her career, most recently as Co-Founder and Partner of Cardone Ventures, a management consulting, joint ventures, and private equity firm that helps business owners achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals through the growth of their business. With no cost of capital, no outside investment, in 30 months Cardone Ventures has generated $60 million in revenue and over $30 million in EBITDA. Natalie is responsible for the operations and finding, hiring, aligning, developing and retaining the team that allows the business to scale profitably. She is the host of the WorkWoman Podcast and also the author of the #1 Amazon best seller for her book “Teamwork” which details exactly how she has built a highly engaged, highly aligned, high performance team in order to accommodate the business opportunity and growth.Travis and Natalie talk about the importance of being a good listener to connect with people, her challenges proving herself and leveling up as a business woman and  how she built her trust on her contributions to any business. She also shares how to hire people effectively when growing a company, how a business process specialist can contribute to an organization’s success and why most business owners fail at engaging and managing their team.Key Highlights:  [00:01 - 12:05]  Taking Control and ListeningThe first book that kicked off Natalie’s curiosity on business developmentDropping out of college and following that decision throughHow Natalie learned to connect with people at a young age   [12:06 - 18:28] Leveling UpNatalie’s career that started from transcribing leadership contentNatalie’s challenges she faced leveling upBeing confident in her contributions to any organization  [18:29 -27:15] Cardone VenturesThe importance of revenue targets Finding the right people who truly are 10XThe first hires when growing an organizationWhat a Business Process Specialist is  [27:16 -42:48] Team Work Business owners missing to have a system in place for their peopleThe blueprint on how to engage with your teamTime and resources being wasted by poor time managementIncentive metrics that forces you to take a deep look at your business Tweetable Quotes: “I read every book I could find on management, leadership, organization development and structure so I knew what I was talking about when I had my opportunities ” -  Natalie Dawson“When you are growing a business,  the main thing is figuring out how to sell and market your product and also find people that competently can work on it ” -  Natalie Dawson“A lot of business owners don’t spend their time properly so they will refuse to look at where their team are spending their time” - Natalie Dawson Connect with Natalie:LinkedIn Order Natalie's book:Team Work: How to build a High-Performance Team Follow Natalie on:  Instagram: @natalieworkman Listen to the WorkWoman Podcast here Book Mentioned:The Starbucks Experience                                                                                                                                                   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Should you sell your business in this economy? Today we are joined again by Michelle Seiler Tucker, Michelle is the leading authority on buying, selling, and improving businesses, as well as increasing a business’ revenue streams. She is also the Founder and CEO of Seiler Tucker Incorporated. Sold over 1000 businesses to date and currently owns and operates several successful businesses. Author of WSJ & USA TODAY Bestseller EXIT RICH: the method to sell your business for huge profit.  In this episode Michelle and Travis discuss when it’s the right moment to buy or sell any business, how business owners can make their business more attractive to buyers and what mistakes to avoid when building a brand. Michelle expands on her 6P Method and how it helps business owners get the most value possible when selling their company. She also explains why every business owner should think of an exit strategy and why most people fail to sell their business.    Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 09:18]  Exiting Your Business Selling your business at the right moment The GPS Exit Model Preparing your business for selling Leveraging Synergies to increase the value of a business    [09:19 - 18:04] The 6P Method for Maximum Value People Product Process Proprietary Patrons Profit   [18:04 -24:29] What Buyers are Looking For Michelle expands on what makes a business attractive to buyers Getting clear on your numbers will attract buyers The challenges small business owners face when selling   [24:30 -37:37] How to Acquire Businesses  Business recovering from all what’s happened in the last few years Why an advisor can make a better assessment of the business  Getting clear on the real reason behind selling a business     Tweetable Quotes:  “The quickest way to grow a business is through acquisitions ” -  Michelle Seiler Tucker “Lack of profits is not a problem, is a symptom of other problems” -  Michelle Seiler Tucker “Sell when your business is doing great because you’ll always have buyers” - Michelle Seiler Tucker   Connect with Michelle: LinkedIn   Order Michelle’s book: Exit Rich   Follow Michelle on:   Instagram: @michelleseilertucker   Listen to the Exit Rich Podcast here            Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re not in the long game, you’re in the wrong game!   Today’s guest is Mark Lachance, Mark is the CEO and lead investor of Maxy Media Inc., one of the largest TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, and Google Display Network performance marketing agencies in the world. Currently, Maxy Media is the number one advertiser in terms of monthly spend on the TikTok platform in Canada and top ten in North America. Mark, also known as Mister Lucky, is a renowned figure in the business world, one who possesses a deep understanding of blitzscaling companies. Having owned and operated several businesses that have experienced hypergrowth through creative business development and lead generation, Mark is a master of sales and marketing and continues to apply and grow his expertise through current projects.  Mark and Travis discuss how the business model of a performance agency is different from a marketing agency, how Maxy Media generates traffic and leads in such a competitive industry and how Mark connected with high value individuals at live events.  The dive deep into the importance of mentors and leveraging other people’s experience and knowledge when building a business and why the right room is the one that challenges you and gets you fired up. Mark also explains why you can’t do everything as an entrepreneur and how he looks to hire smarter people than him. Mark also gives a brief rundown of his new book The Lucky Formula: How to stack the odds in your favor and cash in on success. This is an episode you can’t miss! Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 05:28]  Continuously Reinventing Himself Mark’s experience in the sports industry as an agent. The importance of recurring income with payment businesses The different ventures Mark has tried out   [5:28:47 - 10:19] Maxy Media: Performance Marketing The difference between a marketing agency and a performance agency How Mark’s company generates traffic and leads for his clients Why the best leads are not always in the same place   [10:20 -23:07] The Right Room to Level Up The Business Mastery Event with Tony Robbins that changed everything Connecting with high value entrepreneurs and mentors Mark’s mentors that help him achieve success in different aspects of life Relationships take long to build but they will pay off   [23:08 -23:07] The Who Not How Why as an entrepreneur you can’t know and do everything Hiring smarter and faster people than you The Lucky Formula   Tweetable Quotes:  “The marketing game is about testing, trying new things and failure that eventually leads to success” -  Mark Lachance “If you want to be successful,  you are not going to do it alone” -  Mark Lachance “Get out of your own way, drop your ego and hire people that are smarter, better and faster than you ” - Mark Lachance TAKE THE QUIZ AND FIND OUT HOW LUCKY YOU ARE, VISIT: https://quiz.theluckyformula.com/theluckyformula Connect with Mark: LinkedIn   Order Mark’s book: https://marklachance.com/the-lucky-formula-mark-lachance/     Follow Mark on:   Instagram: @misterluckyofficial   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The book is written, now what? In today’s midweek mashup we go back to 3 best selling authors who share their journey and struggles when becoming published authors. We revisit how they come up with their book idea, how they marketed their book and the strategies that proved to be efficient when growing a following around a published book.  [2:57 - 12:39] Max Lugavere | Becoming a NY Times Best Selling Author with No Previous Following Max Lugavere is a filmmaker, health & science journalist, and NY Times bestselling author of Genius Foods. He appears regularly on TV shows like Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, and the Today Show. In this segment Max shares how he started from nothing and became a bestselling author and how he improved his interviewing skills with his podcast.    Listen to the full episode here [12:39 - 22:34] Mark Manson | Self-Help for People Who Hate Self-Help Mark was a blogger turned best selling author with his books The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck and Everything is F*cked. Since releasing his books, he has spoken at some of the most successful companies and top schools in the world with a mission to improve the public conversation around personal development and happiness. In this segment Mark shares how he challenged the self-help frequent topics with a disruptive idea and what is like to be a best selling author after a successful book. Listen to the full episode here [22:36 -36:125] Jack Canfield | Chicken Soup and The Success Principles Besides being a motivational speaker, entrepreneur and corporate trainer, Jack Canfield is a best selling author mostly known for his Chicken Soup for the Soul book series. Jack also co-authored The Success Principles: How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be. In this segment Jack shares how his book skyrocketed to the top of the lists and his promotion strategy on radio shows and podcasts. Jack also describes how everything in your life is an outcome of how you respond to situations. Listen to the full episode here —-- Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Relationship building is a long and slow game.   Jason Feifer comes back as our guest for today, he is the editor in chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, host of both Build For Tomorrow Podcast and Problem Solvers Podcast. He is also the author of Build for Tomorrow: a book that aims to arm people with a new, powerful way of thinking about change, with specific lessons on how to adapt that are drawn from centuries of innovations and the greatest entrepreneurial minds of today. Jason too is a keynote speaker, startup advisor and a nonstop optimism machine! Tune in as Travis and Jason talk about the potential of having a podcast to engineer serendipity, how to network the right way and why building familiarity it’s important instead of just pitching to people. Jason also shares great strategies on building relationships and connecting the right way. Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 09:44] Build For Tomorrow: Podcast and Book The audience insights that ignited the creation of the Build for Tomorrow Podcast and book How Jason’s podcast is an opportunity magnet   [9:47 - 22:38] Pitching the Right Way Understanding how you can provide value to your audience and putting yourself in their shoes The importance of being patient and not burning bridges Build familiarity by being persistent   [22:40 -39:05] Building Better Relationships How genuine interactions build familiarity on social media Play the long, slow game to build a relationship The potential of connecting at live events and kickstart an interesting conversation Being mindful of adding and not being transactional   Tweetable Quotes:  “Being nice to me on social media won’t put you on the magazine but when you send me an email, I will pay attention.” - Jason Feifer “Build a relationship that’s not based on a transaction ” - Jason Feifer Connect with Jason: Visit: https://www.jasonfeifer.com/   Order Jason’s book: https://www.jasonfeifer.com/book/   Check Jason on GuestIo: https://guestio.com/   Follow Jason on:   Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Facebook                                                                                                                                                                                                                Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Push your limits and go beyond what’s possible with today’s midweek mashup all about mental toughness. Listen as we revisit the importance of struggle in life, why pushing your body to its limit will also push your mind and the stories of our guests conquering the most amazing challenges the human body and brain can achieve.  [3:42 - 14:42] Joost Janssen | Becoming a Navy Seal Joost Janssen is a father, actor, stuntman and former Navy SEAL. He enlisted in the Navy at 22 years old after his wife was tragically killed in an automobile accident. He served more than 12 years as a Frogman before leaving the military. Joost then worked for the CIA for over five years and has made deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, Yemen and many others. Currently he is a Hollywood actor and stuntman who has worked on films such as Iron Man, Transformers, American Assassin and more.  In this segment, Joost expands on why you should keep doing difficult things to push your mind and body and improve your mindset. Listen to the full episode here [14:42  - 24:06] Akshay Nanavati | Struggle is Necessary After overcoming drug addiction, PTSD from fighting in Iraq with the Marines, depression and alcoholism that drove him to the brink of suicide, Akshay Nanavati has since built a global business, run ultramarathons, spent 7 days in darkness, and explored mountains, caves and polar icecaps. Combining his experiences with years of research, he wrote the book Fearvana. The Dalai Lama said “Fearvana inspires us to look beyond our own agonizing experiences and find the positive side of our lives.” Akshay now helps people build a positive relationship to suffering in order to create a life of boundless bliss. In this segment Akshay describes the “ultra run” and other extreme activities that have helped him confront PTSD.  Listen to the full episode here [24:067  - 41:05] Dean Karnazes | Ultra Marathons and Building Mental Toughness Dean Karnazes is an Ultra Marathoner, Author, and one of Time Magazine’s Top 100 most influential people in the world. He ran 50 marathons in all 50 states in 50 consecutive days, and has also won the world's toughest foot race, the Badwater Ultra- Marathon. He speaks about mental toughness, his most challenging races and the mindset for pushing past your goals. Listen to the full episode here? —-- Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everything you know about money is wrong! Chris Naugle, also known as America’s #1 Money Mentor, has built and owned 19 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, House Hunters, and his very own HGTV pilot in 2018. His success also includes managing tens of millions of dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and in real estate transactions.Chris empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works. He is currently founder of The Money School™, and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier. In this episode Travis and Chris discuss success, taking action and most importantly why everything we know about money is wrong. Chris also shares his story of creating a clothing line and being an entrepreneur at an early age, the importance of creating something instead of conforming to reality, wall street and tough times during recession. Finally they dive deep into the infinite banking concept and how anybody can leverage BOLI: Bank On Life Insurance. Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 23:36] Create or Conform: The Key to Success Being an action taker from an early age Chris’s passion for snowboarding and extreme sports Chris’s first business venture and being mentored by his high school teachers in 1994   [23:47 - 31:14] From Pro-Snowboarding to Wall Street How the recession in 2001 changed his life Selling life insurances, mutual funds and more at Wall Street Outworking everybody at Wall Street   [31:15 -39:05] The 37th Property that Made it all Fall Apart Buying real estate properties when nobody else did in 2009 Losing it all again and starting from zero   [39:06 -70:05] The Infinite Banking Concept Flipping houses to get back at the top Learning all about owning your banking system Chris explains the principles of BOLI: Bank On Life Insurance The power of uninterrupted compound interest   Tweetable Quote:  “The willingness and work ethic to do what others were not willing to do, got me to where I wanted to be ” -  Chris Naugle “The only thing that I did different that the person that truly failed is they quit and I didn’t ” -  Chris Naugle  Connect with Chris:   Visit: https://www.chrisnaugle.com/ Listen to Money School Podcast    Follow Chris on:        Twitter: @thechrisnaugle Instagram: @thechrisnaugle LinkedIn: /thechrisnaugle                                                                Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our 3 guests for today will help you focus again on your wellbeing. Tune in as we revisit our previous episodes and bring you the best clips about taking care of yourself. This midweek mashup dives deep into mental health, mindfulness and why the hustle culture is damaging to our life.  [2:05 - 15:48] Dr. Nicole LePera | How to Heal Yourself Coming from a background of battling anxiety herself, she knew that she wanted better for herself and her clients, and after going on her own healing journey with the help of research and informed psychology, she began teaching these secrets on social media, creating a community of #selfhealers. She is also the author of the e-book, How to do the Work and the creator of the SelfHealers Circle. In this segment she shares why humans are subjective, our relationship with ourselves and how she helps her patients to manage anxiety. Listen to the full episode here [15:49  - 28:59] From Fear to Self-Love with Lori Harder Lori Harder is a leading expert in the field of fitness, transformational work, mindfulness, and self-love. She has grown two multi-million dollar businesses as a successful entrepreneur and network marketing professional. She is also an author, cover model, and three-time fitness world champion, who offers a carefully curated set of practical tools to promote sustainable health, spiritual well-being, and financial freedom. In this segment she shares how she’s helped countless people connect with their soul, transform their bodies, empower their minds, gain financial independence, and fall in love with themselves and their lives. Listen to the full episode here [29:00  - 42:58] Jefferson Bethke | To Hell With the Hustle Jefferson Bethke is a bestselling author, and spoken word artist whose YouTube video, "Why I Hate Religion, But Love Jesus," has received over 35 million views since it was published in 2012. With his wife  he has 700,000+ subscribers to his YouTube channel as well as a successful podcast. In this segment Jeff and Travis unpack the dangers of "hustling'', life hacks, social media and what this new idea of work is doing to us as a society. Listen to the full episode here? —-- Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The investing party is over!   Tim Sykes, our guest for today's episode, is a penny stock trader and teacher who became a self-made millionaire by the age of 22 by trading $12,415 of bar mitzvah money. After becoming disenchanted with the hedge fund world, he established the Tim Sykes Trading Challenge to teach aspiring traders how to follow his trading strategies. He’s been featured in a variety of media outlets including CNN, Larry King, Steve Harvey, Forbes, Men’s Journal, and more. He’s also an active philanthropist and environmental activist, a co-founder of Karmagawa, and has donated millions of dollars to charity.   Tune in as Travis and Tim discuss today’s reality of the stock market, why people should focus on financial education and why we should prepare for the future. Tim also shares his unique view on networking and mentorship and how he helps his students make more money than him with his Trading Challenge.  Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 07:51] The Million Dollar Injury From tennis to trading in the stock market Turning Bar Mitzvah money into MORE money The hedge fund failure   [07:52 - 14:08] Prepare for the Future How Tim’s journey made him successful at trading Why today’s market is at an all time low Tim’s new favorite asset class: The U.S Dollar   [14:09 -17:01] Networking: Not for Tim Tim shares why he doesn’t rely on networking or mentorship to succeed Transparency as a priority  Tim’s students being better than him  Building schools and helping communities in third world countries     Tweetable Quotes:  “You can chill and have no life and be prepared for the craziness that’s coming in the next 3-5 years” - Tim Sykes “I have the easiest job in the world, all I have to do is say what I do! ” - Tim Sykes “Patience is actually good for education and trading” - Tim Sykes     Book Mentioned: The Complete Penny Stock Course   Connect with Tim:   IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO GET RICH QUICK DO NOT GO TO THIS LINK   Check https://karmagawa.com/   Follow Tim on: Facebook Instagram Youtube – Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Supercharge your marketing strategy with this week’s mashup. Travis goes back to a fine selection of interviews with 3 marketing experts that share their strategies on data driven marketing, online advertising and how just adding value can help you succeed at any business venture.  Rethink your strategy with this week's episode. Let 's dive in! [4:33 - 18:45] Phillip Stutts | The Undefeated Marketing System Phillip has over 2 decades of experience working on campaigns with billions of dollars in political ad spend and has contributed to over 1,407 election victories, including 3 U.S. Presidential victories. He plays and wins the game of both political and corporate marketing on the highest level. He is also the author of the book, The Undefeated Marketing System. In this segment he describes how data driven marketing can make or break political campaigns and also help businesses improve their marketing strategy.   Listen to the full episode here [18:46 - 28:04] Travis Chambers | $600M in Revenue with Facebook Ads Travis Chambers is the Founder of Chamber.Media, the industry leader in data-crafted video ads with over 4,000 productions/mo, $80M in managed spend, and $600M in tracked revenue! Travis is a genius at crafting ad content for every size of company. He’s a Forbes 30 Under 30 lister and keynote speaker at events like Google Growth Summit and VidCon, while also being featured in Inc, Entrepreneur, AdWeek, HuffPo, and others. Listen as he describes his secret formula: The 7 Foundational Ads. Listen to the full episode here [28:05 - 34:26] Billy Gene | Confidence is King Billy Gene is the owner of a multi-million dollar ad agency that revolutionizes education by teaching entrepreneurial skills you’ll never learn in school. In this episode you’ll get a rare insider look at the story behind Billy: what drives him, and how we can find whatever success looks like for us if you learn this one thing that helps you stand out and stay memorable: Confidence. In this segment Billy shares how adding value can open so many doors and get you next to the right person and build attention to you or your business. You can’t miss his tip on using videos to get in front of people. Listen to the full episode here? —-- Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you not getting the results you want on Instagram? In this episode, Travis interviews the social media + marketing expert: Theresa Depasquale, they dive deep into ​​Instagram’s algorithm, how to create engaging reels, how to improve your creative content as your business grows and so much more.   Theresa is the founder and CEO of Capture Social Media Group, a company that provides one-on-one consulting and management for national companies and industry-leading experts to help them successfully build their brands online and grow their reach and credibility. She is passionate about working with heart-centered entrepreneurs and companies to help them skyrocket their brand and attract more clients. Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 03:20] Instagram Engagement Beat the algorithm by making better engaging content   [03:21 - 13:38] Crush It with Instagram Reels Graphics are not dead on the platform Getting clear on who your ideal audience is Understanding your identity on Instagram: Expert or content creator? The importance of being authentic and doing what you're comfortable with  Why Gary Vee’s advice on post frequency is not 100% accurate   [13:38 -17:01] The 9 Types of Instagram Engagement  The Difference between active and passive engagement and other Instagram metrics Design your content thinking about the 9 types of engagement   [17:10 - 21:46] Social Media Omnipresence  Get started on just one platform and grow as your team grows Theresa shares how to repurpose Instagram content into Facebook, TikTok and other platforms     Tweetable Quotes:  “ Determine if you want to be an expert brand and leverage your Instagram for your business or if you want to be a content creator.” - Theresa Depasquale “ If you’re someone that can put out good content twice a week, focus on crushing that content twice a week.” - Theresa Depasquale Download the Free Instagram Growth Guide Here and start growing your instagram engagement within hours!   Connect with Theresa: Instagram LinkedIn   Follow Capture Social Media Club on instagram: @yoursocialbutterfly_ Visit her website: www.CaptureSocialGroup.com   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This midweek mashup is all about real estate investing. Listen as we go back to our previous interviews with 3 guests who’ve been investing in real estate deals for years now and have accumulated millions of dollars in different real estate assets. If you want to learn more about real learning the ins and outs of real estate investing, syndications and creative financing, this is an episode you can't miss.   Let 's dive in! [3:19 - 14:24] Dean Graziosi | Creating Millionaire Success Habits Dean Graziosi is a multi-million dollar entrepreneur and award winning author. He closed his first real estate business before he was 20. His businesses have generated over $1 billion in revenue. In this segment Dean tells his story on landing his first big real estate deal,he also explains the importance of networking and how the law of reciprocity has enabled him to achieve success in his many business ventures.  Listen to the full episode here [14:25 - 33:28] Cody Sperber | Becoming The Clever Investor US Navy Veteran turned self-made millionaire, Cody is an avid Real Estate Investor and influencer. He is the founder of Clever Investor, a Top Rated Educational Company awarded by Inc. 5000. Clever Investor provides education and support to all levels of investors in conjunction with one-on-one mentoring to provide even more traction and guidance to fast track success as an investor. In this segment Cody shares how he got started on learning all about real estate investing, the multiple ways to acquire assets and creative real estate (wholesaling). Listen to the full episode here [33:30 - 42:28] Sam Newell | Millions in Real Estate Sales and Syndications While attending Brigham Young University studying Construction Management Sam successfully started his own real estate flipping and long term holding company. As an investor and licensed realtor Sam has bought and sold and participated in over 100MM+ in real estate transactions over the past 9 years. From flipping small homes to developing $35mm fourplex complexes, to buying large apartment communities, Sam has a vast experience and expertise that has not only benefitted his family and partners, but many loyal investor clients as well. In this segment Sam explains why you should hire a coach or mentor and why surrounding yourself with people who will tell you the truth no matter what is one of the keys to success in the real estate investing industry. Listen to the full episode here? —-- Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone can grow their business into something resilient and unstoppable. In this episode, Stu Heinecke, dubbed the Father of Contact Marketing, digs into relevant strategies to achieve explosive growth and change the way you’re doing business in the most effective ways. He shares how he could reach elusive executives by thinking outside the box and using personalized approaches to get the connections crucial to your success. Let’s dive in!   Stu Heinecke is a bestselling business author, a hall of fame-nominated marketer, and one of The Wall Street Journal cartoonists. He’s named the “Father of Contact Marketing” by the American Marketing Association. His mission is to provide unfair advantages to help enterprise/SMB/startup sales teams get more C-level meetings with top accounts faster and more effectively.  Key Highlights:   [00:01 - 06:57] The Father of Contact Marketing Stu shares his story and background Growing up in Massachusetts Starting to be interested in cartoon Using a marketing mindset with cartooning  [06:58 - 15:37] Focus on What Makes You Win The first taste of contact marketing Why meetings are crucial to succeed Check out How to Grow Your Business Like a Weed  How this book changed the way Stu was doing business  [15:38 -23:17] Closing Segment The Big Boards program How to get a meeting with anyone Open the door for more collaborations   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Tweetable Quotes:  “Getting meetings is the building block of success in business.” -  Stu Heinecke “Weeds are natural collaborators, and they just never do anything alone. ” - Stu Heinecke Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life changes and also leadership. In this midweek mashup episode we revisit the ever shifting topic of leadership and how great leaders are intentional about relationships and networking strategies. We go back to previous interviews with best selling author John Maxwell and the coaching duo John Baird and Edward Sullivan. Our guests share their experience with leading teams to greatness and how to influence like a true leader.  Let 's dive in! [1:33 - 14:29] John Maxwell | Great Leaders Know How to Shift John C Maxwell is the author of the book Leadershift and number one NYT Bestselling author, coach, and speaker. John has been called the number one leader in business by the AMA and the world’s most influential leadership expert by Inc. in this segment he talks about how to gain real influence with people and how to be intentional with your actions as a leader. Listen to the full episode here [14:30  - 33:12] John Baird & Edward Sullivan | Leading with Heart John Baird is one of the premier executive coaches in Silicon Valley. Over the past 25 years, he has worked with the top leaders at dozens of start-ups and Fortune 500 firms like Apple, Nike, and Twitter and has founded several companies including ExecutivEdge and Velocity Coaching, where he is currently Chairman.  Edward Sullivan is the CEO & Managing Partner at Velocity Coaching. His twenty-five-year career as an executive coach and political consultant has taken him around the globe coaching and advising start-up founders, Fortune 500 CEOs, and heads of state of foreign nations.  Listen to the full episode here? —-- Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Millions of people dream of living a more fulfilling life, but they are afraid to be uncomfortable and be outside of their comfort zone. It’s time for you to change that mindset and start to unlock your full potential. In this episode, Colin O’Brady shares his journey in becoming a world record-holding explorer and how it taught them one of the biggest life lessons. He stresses the importance of a positive mindset and the amazing things it enables you to do. Tune in and discover what’s your Everest!  Colin O'Brady is an explorer, author, and speaker who currently holds 10 world records. In January of 2008, O'Brady suffered a severe burn injury while vacationing in rural Thailand. In 2016 he set the Explorers Grand Slam (Last Degree) and Seven Summits speed records. He became the fastest person to complete the adventurer's challenges in 139 days and 131 days respectively. Key Highlights:   [00:01 - 13:55] The Impossible First Colin’s background and story The hippie niche  The adjustment period Follow your dreams, and build businesses The traditional education vs the education of the world   [13:55 - 26:50] A Possible Mindset How Colin realized there's an inflection point in his life Learning one of the greatest lessons Colin’s experience training and getting the best time What the possible mindset allows you to do  [26:51 -36:23] It’s About Building Your Network How Nike sponsored Colin’s first project  Colin’s career has been built on relationships Show your passion and excitement An invitation to take a 12-hour walk   [36:23 - 45:00] Closing Segment People are afraid to be uncomfortable What’s your Everest? Check out The 12-Hour Walk  Connect with Colin on Instagram & Facebook Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Tweetable Quotes:  “The possible mindset opens up the limitless possibilities.” -  Colin O’Brady “Luck comes for those who are prepared. You make your own luck. ” - Colin O’Brady Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have what it takes to crush it on YouTube? In today’s midweek mashup, Travis Chappell and Eric Skwarczynski revisit 3 previous episodes that will help you dominate the most popular video platform of all time. Tune in, as 3 experts from our previous interviews share their strategies, stories and insights on how to make it as a YouTube content creator. If you want to learn how to grow, monetize and make an impact by building an audience on YouTube, this is an episode you can’t miss. Let 's dive in! [1:11 - 12:05] Chris Zissis | Building a 7 Figure YouTube Channel without Showing Your Face Chris Zissis has produced billions of views and millions of dollars from YouTube without showing his face. He builds 7-figure passive income YouTube channels for entrepreneurs without needing their time. In this segment, Chris breaks down how you can get on this train by breaking down some of the best practices from his proof of work.  Listen to the full episode here [12:06 - 23:35] Evan Carmichael | How to Tackle Youtube from 0 to 2 Million Subscribers Evan Carmichael is a true Entrepreneur. At 19 he built and sold a biotech software company, and at 22 he was a venture capitalist raising from $500,000 to 15M dollars. Evan currently runs a Youtube channel for Entrepreneurs with over 1 1/2 Million subscribers. He is one of the "go-to" authorities in the Entrepreneur space. He shares about how to grow a youtube channel from scratch, what made him start his channel, and why he turned down a 6-figure salary right out of college. In this segment he shares why his main focus was content and not editing or other items around YouTube content creation. Listen to the full episode here? [23:36 - 33:34] Sean Cannell | The 10 Year Overnight Success Sean Cannell, CEO of Think Media and co-founder of Video Influencers. Sean has a passion for helping leaders build their influence and profits with YouTube and online video. He has been featured on Forbes “20 Must Watch YouTube Channels That Will Change Your Business,” Social Media Examiner and Success.com. Aside from having over a million subscribers on YouTube, he is a keynote speaker who has spoken to groups ranging from 50 to 2000+, and runs a 7-figure video education company. Listen to Sean’s story of pushing through and finding success through connections and experiences you find along the way. Listen to the full episode here? Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remote work is here to stay, are you ready for the remote first era?   In this episode, the CEO and co-founder of Time Doctor and Staff.com Liam Martin,  shares why it’s so important to always align your mission with the objectives of live events, the value of being a connector of people through live events and how companies can leverage the best work force from around the world by going remote. Also, Liams explains what Asynchronous Management is and how it helps remote first companies become successful and sustainable in a remote setting.   Liam Martin is also the brain behind the Running Remote Conference, a live event that offers remote-first founders & hybrid-team leaders access to the knowledge, connections and solutions to help build, manage and lead remote teams to excellence. Liam is passionate about how to gain insights into the inner workings of how people work and he also believes in empowering workers to work wherever they want, whenever they want. Finally he is the co- author of the upcoming book: Running Remote, grab your copy and uncover the mindset and strategies to build and grow a truly successful remote team.   Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 16:48] Live Events After the Pandemic  The “Ready, Fire” mentality when producing live events Align your mission and the purpose of the live event The real ROI of live events: connecting with high value people   [16:49 - 26:45] Remote Work Foundations Liam’s first online business: tutoring students worldwide The big switch in the work force since the pandemic What remote workers actually care about Remote work is not for everybody, the importance of culture fit   [26:47 -36:23] The Real Remote Culture  Getting rid of the manager position, the platform is the manager! Focusing on leadership and intimate connections How many Zoom calls are too many Zoom calls? The Asynchronous Management Strategy   [36:23 - 48:21] Closing Segment Get your copy of Running Remote and sign up for the bonus content Connect with Liam on LinkedIn Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Tweetable Quotes:  “ No one has recognized that you should actually manage people differently when they work remotely.” -  Liam Martin “ We are looking at culture like it’s the people, and it’s not the people, it's the work!” - Liam Martin Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this midweek mashup we go back to 3 expert guests with persuasion skills that are just out of this world. We revisit the importance of influence in business relationships, pitching ideas in a short and efficient way and how to use tactical empathy to always get your way. Being able to persuade people is one of the most in-demand skills today, this is a masterclass you can’t skip.  [2:40 - 13:27] Jason Harris: How to Persuade without Being Annoying  Jason Harris is the co-founder and CEO of Mekanism, a marketing company. In this segment, Jason talks about how you can persuade people without being annoying. Jason believes that a huge part of any business is persuasion. Influencing people into buying your products, availing your services, or supporting your brand is an art.  Want more?  Listen to the full episode here [13:28 - 26:23] Brant Pinvidic: Mastering the 3 Minute Pitch Award-winning film director, veteran television producer, C-level sales and presentations coach, keynote speaker, top-rated podcast host, and a columnist for Forbes. He has been named to the Hollywood Reporter’s 30 Most Powerful Reality TV Sellers and is widely recognized as one of the great creative sales leaders in Hollywood. Brant has taken the life, business, and storytelling lessons he’s developed during his Hollywood career and used them to uniquely bridge the entertainment industry and the business community. His endless energy, quest for adventure, and the 3-Minute Rule have helped make him one of the most sought after C-level consultants in the USA and abroad.    Want more?  Listen to the full episode here [ 26:24 - 36:53 ] Chris Voss: Master Negotiations Chris Voss is a 24 year veteran of the FBI and retired as the lead international kidnapping negotiator there. Chris is a bestselling author and has a company called Black Swan that specializes in business negotiations drawing on his high-stakes hostage negotiation experience. In this segment Chris talks about the most important tools in any negotiator's toolbox, and how to use tactical empathy as your main strategy when negotiating. Want more?  Listen to the full episode here – Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The opportunities that defined past generations and steered their course through life just aren't out there for us anymore. In this episode, the author of Unlock Your Potential, Jeff Lerner shares his journey from a broke musician to a $100 million entrepreneur and how why he ended up building a thriving education program. He stresses how the failings of our systems have opened doors we didn’t know exist and how you can step through them. Tune in and create your dream life in the modern world! Jeff is the founder and Chief Vision Officer of ENTRE Institute, the world’s fastest-growing education company and the first institute of higher learning dedicated to entrepreneurialism.  He is now regarded as one of the most inspirational voices online in business and personal development. Key Highlights:  [00:01 - 10:30] Opening Segment Jeff’s life when he was 11 years oldWhy he decided to drop out of schoolThere is not just one path to success [10:31 - 20:16] Value Freedom More Than MoneyWhat Jeff’s parents did when he dropped out of schoolThe transition from a pianist to a $100 million entrepreneurHaving an appetite for businessDeveloping the notion of what’s possible [20:17 -32:16] Focus is a SuperpowerThe core skills that set Jeff apartJeff shares his experience in affiliate marketingBuilding an educational programPutting out valuable and engaging content [32:17 - 40:23] The Power of Digital BusinessThe enrollment advisors' conceptWhy Jeff decided to create programs for people who couldn’t afford the upgrade A value-driven community basedThe most significant growth phase for Jeff [40:24 - 44:30] The World ChangeIntroducing the Unlock Your Potential book20+ years of entrepreneurial experienceWhat the world needs nowConnect with Jeff at jefflernerofficial.com  [44:31 - 54:04] My Wife Didn’t Cook!Let’s meet Deivone Tanksley and his business My Wife Didn’t CookWhat they do and what makes them uniqueThe Economic Development FundHead over to mywifedidntcook.info, and learn more about this unique restaurant!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.Tweetable Quotes: “Just because you don’t see it inside school, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist in the world. ” - Jeff Lerner “There’s no amount of tactical business or marketing training I can give people that they can be effective with if they haven’t first made the psychological shift from employee thinking to entrepreneur thinking. ” - Jeff Lerner Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is Travis ever getting a tattoo?  Today’s episode is inspired one more time by Travis Brown and his company Pod Decks. If you keep struggling to come up with content ideas, interview questions or just want to improve the content you produce on social media don't forget to check out Pod Decks and stand out from the other million content creators online.  In this Freestyle Friday episode, we change things up a bit as we explore some of the prompts from the “How Dare You” deck.   Tune in and find out:  Travis’s worst childhood memory  Would he ever get a tattoo? Travis’s favorite thing to eat Did Travis get into a fight in high school? And more… You liked the first part, you are going to love the second one, this is an episode you can’t miss. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode we dive deep into marketing! In this midweek mashup we revisit 3 episodes with our expert guests that will teach you all about personal branding, influencer marketing and corporate marketing (with a splice of political marketing too). This episode is jam packed with strategies, resources and actionables. [1:19 - 12:56] Brittany Krystle: How to Build a Brand  With a decade of experience in personal brand strategy & content development, Brittany Krystle was hands-on with some of the biggest personal brands online to grow their influence, including Gary Vaynerchuk, Marie Forleo & Tom Bilyeu. Since that time, she has taught thousands of entrepreneurial-minded visionaries how to position themselves online to achieve their goals and create the future they dream of. Her podcast, Beyond Influential, is all about giving you no-BS deeper level conversations, behind-the-scenes insights, and inspirational, actionable interviews from the most influential names across industries. In this segment she she shares her experience working for Gary V. Want more?  Listen to the full episode here [12:56  - 21:04] Tara Electra: Going Against the Traditional Route of Brand Marketing Tara Electra is the owner and Co-Founder of Unruly Agency which represents over 100 models and Influencers with a combined reach of 500 million consumers worldwide. In this segment Tara shares how she started to become part of the entertainment industry and how influencers can help companies build and stand out as a brand.    Want more?  Listen to the full episode here [ 21:08  - 31:56 ] Phillip Stutts: The Undefeated Marketing System Phillip Stutts has over 2 decades of experience working on campaigns with billions of dollars in political ad spend and has contributed to over 1,407 election victories, including 3 U.S. Presidential victories. He plays and wins the game of both political and corporate marketing on the highest level. He is now the author of the book, The Undefeated Marketing System. Want more?  Listen to the full episode here – Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. 20:39.587 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  After working 54 jobs, our guest today shares why his 4th company is his 1st win.   In this episode, Ryan Kulp discusses the importance of self criticism, how your network changes the way you behave and his philosophy on hiring new talent. He also shares his thoughts when it comes to buying and selling companies, and why the ultimate goal of every founder is to exit their company and see it running from the outside.    Ryan Kulp is a founder, marketer, blogger, self-taught developer and a musician. He grew up always creating and performing but when the fine arts didn’t lead to a career, he found his element in marketing and entrepreneurship. In 2016 Ryan founded Fomo.com the world’s first social proof marketing platform and he also runs a private equity fund: Fork Equity.   Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 11:26] Ryan’s Early Life Being a troublemaker at an early age Pursuing the rockstar dream Being surrounded by the right people in college The importance of self-criticism    [11:26 - 17:16] The Big Break Applying to multiple jobs including Google Ryan shares his first business ventures Leveraging a Kickstarter campaign to write his first book   [17:17 - 26:36]  It’s All About Leverage Ryan’s philosophy on hiring for his companies All you have to do is whatever it takes Learning multiple skills to improve in business Stepping down as CEO of Fomo.com    [27:00 - 40:52] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know?   Tweetable Quotes:  “Every skill is learned at 3:00 a.m. in your chair” -  Ryan Kulp “Your last day as a founder you make more money and do less work than your first day as a founder, when you did all the work for no money ” - Ryan Kulp   Connect with Ryan: Twitter: @ryanckulp Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don’t be so quick to add someone to your F.U list! In this episode Travis shares how you can avoid ruining relationships by being more emphatic and how to make sure that you are not burning bridges. Also, he discusses why it is more important to mend bridges rather than burn them all completely.  Key Takeaways: Understand how other people manage and prioritize their resources. Successful and high value people also sometimes get told NO. Be open to revisit previous burned bridges. Don’t put stops in your compound interest of relationships. Ego is damaging to relationship capital. Don’t actively search for destroying relationships and burning bridges. Tweetable Quotes:  “I made it a principle in my life, that if somebody that I had burned a bridge with was willing to rekindle some sort of relationship or friendship, I would be open to that”  - Travis Chappell “If you are one of those people that’s quick to burn bridges, then you are putting stops in your compound interest of relationships” - Travis Chappell Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is a Midweek Mashup where we go back to previous interviews, and this time it’s all about Show Business, tune in as we revisit how to make it in the entertainment industry, the power of conversations and why consistency is key to success.  [1:11 - 8:25] Eugenia Kuzmina: Finding Success in the Entertainment Industry  Eugenia has done all of those since she was a little girl. From standing in the food lines in post-Soviet Russia, to the cover of Glamour Magazine, Russian-American Eugenia Kuzmina is a world-renowned model, movie star (including working with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars and most celebrated directors), comedian, and model mom. She’s been called “the hardest working mom in Hollywood.”    She believes that everything in her life comes as the result of working hard and understanding networking from an adding value and generosity perspective. Want more?  Listen to the full episode here [8:26 - 20:39] Riaz Meghji: Every Conversation Counts Riaz Meghji is a human connection expert and the author of the book Every Conversation Counts. He is also an accomplished broadcaster having interviewed experts on current affairs, sports, entertainment, politics, and business. His experience taught him the power of authentic conversations, as well as how to put them to use. Riaz is a natural storyteller which allows him to conduct engaging, in-depth conversations across various disciplines.    Want more?  Listen to the full episode here [ 20:40 - 32:37 ] Chris Van Vliet: From Small Town Reporter to Interviewing the Rock Chris is a 4-time Emmy award-winning TV Host, Entertainment Reporter, and YouTuber based in Los Angeles, CA. He has traveled the world reporting from events like the Oscars, Grammys, and the Cannes Film Festival. He shares why consistency has been a very important aspect of developing oneself, learning the curves along the way, and finding your niche in becoming a better version of yourself. Chris also talks about his journey from being a small-town reporter to interviewing well-known celebrities and creating 300k Subscribers and followers on different social media platforms Want more?  Listen to the full episode here – Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you looking to build and scale your sales team? In this conversation, the CEO of Closers.io, Cole Gordon shares his experience getting into the marketing and sales world, and how he went from the worst to the best in this field. He also discloses why he defined himself as the sales team guy and what the biggest difference is between running an 8-figure business and a 7-figure business. Let’s dive in!  Cole is one of the top closers in the high ticket industry, having sold over 10 million in consultancy, coaching, and agency deals. Cole scaled his own consulting company to over eight figures in less than 18 months, and currently, he builds, trains, and consults the sales teams of hundreds of seven and eight-figure companies online through his company Closers.io  Key Highlights:   [00:01 - 11:32] Opening Segment  Cole shares his background and story His freshman year at college Cole’s experience with social skills books How Cole ended up in the marketing and sales world  [11:33 - 20:45] Doing a Business! Start taking massive action and follow a plan Why Cole decided to make a sales program Going from the worst to the best Don’t choose the give-up path  [20:46 -31:43] The Growth-Mindest The transition from entrepreneurial to entrepreneurship Starting to do your own thing Why Cole identifies himself as the sales team guy Cole’s outlook on marketing and copywriting  [31:44 - 38:30] Why Are We The Number One? The best thing about paid media Reinforcing your position in the marketplace is vital Familiarity brings trust Why the Facebook platform makes a difference  [38:31 - 48:21] Closing Segment The biggest difference between an 8-figure business and a 7-figure business  Making yourself, your clients, and your team rich Want to connect with Cole? Head to closers.io, and scale your sales team! Get 3 months free when you run your first payroll through Gusto! Check out https://gusto.com/travis Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “A business is really at the end of the day a system. You should always really not think about the revenues, but think about the system you’re building. ” - Cole Gordon “The best networking tool is to become a person of value.” - Cole Gordon Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is inspired by Travis Brown and his company Pod Decks. If you are struggling to come up with content ideas, interview questions or just want to improve the content you produce on social media don't forget to check out Pod Decks and stand out from the other million content creators online. In this Freestyle Friday episode, Travis gets personal with Eric, as they go through some of the prompts from different decks.  Some of the questions Travis answers are: What was something you asked for repeatedly as a child but was always told no? What’s the most embarrassing thing your parents have caught you doing? What 3 objects would you make sure to have in your office vending machine? What instantly makes you not like another person? And more… This is a fun one, you can’t miss it! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don’t wait for the system to let you in—break down the door and build your damn thing. In this episode, our incredible guest, Kathryn Finney digs into how you can build your businesses in a world that has overlooked and underestimated you. She discloses the power of entrepreneurship and why it is essential to understand the value of everyone’s work. Let’s build a startup and break down the barriers!   Kathryn cofounded Digitalundivided in 2012, the first incubator for Black and Latinx women. Her report, called Project Diane, revealed how little venture capital goes to startups founded by women of color; only 24 over two years. She also founded a financial lifestyle blog, The Budget Fashionista, and in 2014, became one of the first black women to sell her site.    Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 10:40] Opening Segment  Kathryn shares her experience in high school Always take a risk and win Show people what’s possible Why the development of your core values is helpful   [10:41 - 20:30] The Power of Entrepreneurship Kathryn’s emotional response to starting her entrepreneur journey Have your own money and create a life that you control When Kathryn decided to jump in to help other people to navigate entrepreneurship The perception of success and its impact   [20:31 -31:00] Understand the Value of Everyone's Work Where more work needs to be done in how we address the issue of people of color in business The economic output we value The black and brown communities Kathryn’s outlook on the American exceptionalism   [31:01 - 38:27] Closing Segment Introducing Build The Damn Thing Inspire many people to do the same  The random round with Kathryn   Want to connect with Kathryn? Follow her on Instagram. Head to Kathryn Finney, break down the door, and build your damn thing!   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “You’re perfect in your imperfection. Who you’re is perfect. ” -  Kathryn Finney “Before you start building a company or product, understand who you are and what it is that you stand for.” - Kathryn Finney Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Going through life challenges or starting a new business from scratch can be difficult, that’s when you need the right guidance, support and mindset.  In this episode, Chris Sherwin AKA The Coaching Cop, shares with us how he helps business owners and entrepreneurs fulfill their goals through focus, decision making, networking and more.   Chris Sherwin served as a police officer for 22 years while at the same time creating his own company in the private security industry. He has a BA, BSBA and an MBA, he’s also been CFO of a worldwide software company.     Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 07:17] Opening Segment  Wanting to join Law Enforcement at an early age The true meaning of being a police officer Building a private security company while working in Law Enforcement Who do you want to be and how do you get there?   [07:18 - 16:16] Positive People for a Positive Path  Chris shares his view on choosing and sticking with any career path The importance of choosing positive people for a positive path Creating a path to be who you want to be Chris shares his inspiration to start  coaching business owners and entrepreneurs    [16:17 -27:44] Why You Need a Business Coach  Coaches have an audience that you can access Pay to play: Putting skin in the game Who you know vs What you know Overcoming fear and adding value    [27:45 - 44:35] Closing Segment Random Round Connect with Chris: https://thecoachingcop.com/ Listen to Chris’s podcast: https://www.3copstalk.com/   Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “Like I tell my daughters:  Do whatever you want but be passionate about it and be the best you ca be at it” - Chris Sherwin “Who I wanted to be, then making the path to get there” - Chris Sherwin Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As leaders, have you ever wondered if there’s a way to bring out the best in yourself and your teams? In this episode, the authors of Leading with Heart, John Baird & Edward Sullivan delves into how leaders help people to unlock the best version of themselves and those around them with transformative results. Let’s dig into introspection and growth!  Edward Sullivan is the CEO & Managing Partner at Velocity Coaching. His twenty-five-year career as an executive coach and political consultant has taken him around the globe coaching and advising start-up founders, Fortune 500 CEOs, and heads of state of foreign nations.  John Baird is one of the premier executive coaches in Silicon Valley. Over the past 25 years, he has worked with the top leaders at dozens of start-ups and Fortune 500 firms like Apple, Nike, and Twitter and has founded several companies including ExecutivEdge and Velocity Coaching, where he is currently Chairman.  Key Highlights:   [00:01 - 12:46] Opening Segment  Introducing Leading with Heart Why they decided to write the book How to lead with heart and get results How John and Edward got into coaching  [12:47 - 20:00] Make Decisions from a Place of Abundance  Edward's experience living in Honduras How Edward organized his personal calendar Pack time in your calendar for rest How to match your calendar with your priorities and purpose  [20:01 -30:05] Elevating Your Craft  Where people should spend time in terms of day to day vs long-term strategy Zooming in and zooming out When it’s the right time to hire the person that will really scale your organization Getting a leadership leverage  [30:06 - 40:44] Relationships Building is Essential Coaching people who have a commitment, willingness, and readiness to be coached Helping people get to the right place Edward and John share their relationships strategies  Have a network strategy and be very intentional about it  [40:45 - 44:35] Closing Segment Be curious and lead with empathy Having a strategy is key  Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “Leaders need to think about not only their personal purpose but the purpose of their organization. ” - John Baird “You want other people to see through the lens of quality, or the lens for the business that you have. That’s how you achieve real scale as a CEO.” - Edward Sullivan Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if there was a way to make money by helping others receive money...that would be cool right? In this episode, Spencer Vann shares his story from being an athlete at an early age and then transitioning to Real Estate Investing. He also shares his approach on learning and taking action and most importantly his view and tips on networking and leveling up your business relationships.  Spencer Vann is the founder of Surplusfund.com a proven and tested 6 week implementation program that teaches how to start a wildly profitable Real Estate/Fund Recovery business and help you get your first deal in 30 days. His mission has been to help educate other real estate investors on how to start and grow a Surplus Fund recovery business through online education and consultations   Key Highlights:    [00:01 - 09:46] Opening Segment  Early career and identity as a basketball player Transitioning to Real Estate inspired by the pursuit of success Spencer shares his first experiences in different Real Estate businesses Why life is an open book test   [09:47 - 20:30] Make Money By Giving Money Away Surrounding yourself with more successful people than you Spencer shares how he met David Church and new RE business models Find, Connect and Collect - The 3 step system   [20:34 - 28:30] Online Training Program Teaching students how to implement the Find, Connect and Collect system The exact information you need and the accountability too when executing the system Spencer shares his different business ventures outside Surplusfund.com   [28:30 - ] Closing Segment “You get what you know from WHO you know” How to increase and grow your network relationships Spencer shares his #1 tip on how to network: Pay to meet people! The random round   Go to Surplusfund.com and find out more about this online course.  Connect with Spencer on Instagram @spencerjvann Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “The beautiful thing about life is that you are constantly in this mode of taking a test, but it’s an open book test. ” - Spencer Vann “Don’t be afraid to pay to meet people!” - Spencer Vann   Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you looking for an effective way to start building your wealth for the near future? In this episode, Saen Higgins shares relevant tips to find your road to financial success and take control of your financial destiny. He touches on how you can be prepared with the emotional and financial skillset to achieve your goals and live a life of purpose and joy. Let’s dive in!  Saen Higgins is an author, speaker, coach, serial entrepreneur, and philanthropist who has been in the Real Estate and Financial Services Industry for over three decades. Saen has dedicated his life to teaching individuals the simplicity of building wealth and has taught over half a million students. Saen's greatest passion is to mentor entrepreneurs on how to build generational wealth.  Key Highlights:   [00:01 - 10:21] Opening Segment  What drove Saen into the strategy finance side How was it to find out that what was good for his clients wasn’t good for the company Saen’s outlook on self-education vs college  [10:22 - 20:33] The Crisis You Cannot Control What young generations need to understand  Master yourself and master your surroundings Why we need to master our world before we can start making impacts Who you surround yourself with is key   [20:34 - 30:36] Having The Life That You Want  Are you on the same wavelength as your partner? Practical steps someone should take to evaluate what they want and start to build real wealth Pay your freaking debts Don’t be afraid to start the big idea and just chip away  You need to understand how money works  [30:37 - 40:52] Closing Segment What you know gets you to who you know Saen on the rapid round  Go to Saen360, and discover your way to create generational wealth! Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Resources Mentioned: Unlimited Selling Power - Donald Moine Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking - Malcolm Gladwell Tweetable Quotes:  “When you train somebody to do something you’re doing, you get better. ” - Saen Higgins “What I can control is who I am, and how I can impact people. ” - Saen Higgins “Don’t be afraid to go to the best.” - Saen Higgins Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Not only do we often ignore the elephant in the room, but we also ignore the more subtle animals in the room as well.”  In today’s episode, the author of Mouse in the Room, David Wood shows us how the simple yet courageous act of noticing and naming our “mice” can profoundly change our lives, our work culture, and the world. If you want to discover the joy that comes from true intimacy, self-confidence, and self-expression, this episode is definitely for you!   A former Consulting Actuary to Fortune 100 companies, David Wood left his cushy Park Avenue job 20 years ago to build the world’s largest coaching business. He became #1 on Google for “life coaching,” serving an audience of 150,000 coaches, and coaching thousands of hours across 12 countries. David coaches business owners, executives, and sometimes Colorado prison inmates to produce extraordinary results through authentic, transparent communication.  Key Highlights:   [00:01 - 07:16] Opening Segment  David shares his background and story How David realized he wasn’t happy at all What authenticity and vulnerability means  [07:17 - 18:49] Keep Checking For Impact David introduces Mouse in the Room: Because the Elephant isn’t Alone Discover, decide, and disarm Why it is important to consider the positive and negative consequences How you can disarm other people and what you can do if it doesn’t go well  [18:50 - 26:05] Closing Segment Why knowing yourself is foundational and critical David’s outlook on the concept of networking Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “If we start identifying what’s actually happening with us, and take that courageous yet simple act of sharing it with someone else, all the good stuff is on the other side. ” - David Wood “The more awkward [something] is, the scarier is, the more courage requires, the bigger the payoff. ” - David Wood Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you listening to what your buyers really want? In this episode, Andy Paul, a global sales expert and Sell Without Selling Out author, shares how to take charge of your own career without selling out to outdated, ineffective sales methods. He reveals the four Sell In pillars that are the indispensable instruments of selling and touches on the importance of being the reason the buyers make a decision to purchase something from you. Let's dive in! Andy has been in sales for over four decades. His first sales job was selling women’s shoes at JC Penney. He has sold everything from computers to small businesses to complex communications systems that sold for tens of millions of dollars to some of the world’s largest enterprises in his professional career. He closed hundreds of millions of dollars in products and services before starting my own company.  Key Highlights:   [00:01 - 07:53] Opening Segment  Why Andy decided to write Sell Without Selling Out What’s the role of a salesperson Selling in vs selling out What can lead to poor customer experience in the selling process  [07:54 - 15:27] Your Job As a Salesperson Be very intentional about creating a buying experience that differentiates you from competitors Common characteristics of a salesperson that’s selling in vs the one that’s selling out Connection, curiosity, understanding, and generosity How you can build trust with and human connections Andy’s outlook on the “objection” handling process  [15:28 - 25:41] Keep An Open Mind Andy shares how he started his selling journey How Andy gained knowledge about sales  Check out the Sales Enablement Podcast The correlation between introvert sellers and extrovert sellers  [25:42 - 31:35] Be True To Yourself  You have to find out what works for you as a seller Make sure you’re the reason the buyer makes a decision to purchase something from you You must serve the needs of the customers Why you should take responsibility for your own success  [31:35 - 36:10] Closing Segment Want to connect with Andy Paul? Head to Andy Paul, a proven framework to increase win rates and shorten decision cycles without the sales behaviors buyers hate. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “If you think that your mission as a salesperson is to persuade a buyer to buy a product, by definition you’re selling out.” - Andy Paul “Selling is about being intentional.” - Andy Paul “Work in a way that aligns with who you are as a person.” - Andy Paul Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

763: Tara Electra | Going Against the Traditional Route of Brand Marketing Today we are joined by Tara Electra Owner and Co-Founder of Unruly Agency which represents over 100 models and Influencers with a combined reach of 500 million consumers worldwide. In today’s episode, Tara shares how she begins at a very young age attracted to the world of celebrities and dreams of living that life. She also shares how he landed to become part of the entertainment industry by meeting an agent that teaches her how to make a good pitch and get an influencer to work with her, this led to her first successful business deal.  so together let’s hear more about Tara’s story and her going against the traditional way of influencing.   Key Highlights: [00:01– 08:16] Opening Segment: Knowing TaraTara Electra was born in the Los Angeles area and grew up with a hardworking father who was also a hair salon owner. At 12 or 13 years old, Tara was attracted to the world of celebrities and started to think about what she wanted to do with her life.Tara eventually decided that she wanted to be an entertainment industry professional and started to look into ways to get involved.She eventually became CEO and co-founder of the leading Los Angeles-based Unruly Agency, representing over 100 models and influencers with a combined reach of over 500 million consumers worldwide.Walking by Rodale to meet an agent who gave her advice on the industry.She left the meeting feeling unsure of what she wanted to do with her career but decided to go to college anyway.After two years of trying different classes, she finally got accepted to a college for hair styling.However, after a year of trying, she dropped out because she was unhappy with the decision.By the time she was 18, she had already been working for herself and living on her own.At this point, she had started to become interested in marketing and began to learn more about how to make money online.  [8:17 – 14:47] Unruly Means Finding a Brand That Needs MarketingTara left her job working with a previous business that ran a Lyft campaign to start her own agency, Electric Mind, and work with eCommerce brands.She pitched herself to Insomniac, which hired her to manage their first influencer campaign. [14:48 – 26:29] Influencer Marketing: The Complete GuideIt can be difficult to build an eCommerce store around an influencer, as they want quick gratification and do not want to invest in their brand long term.Unruly has over 100 influencer models that clients can work with. Tana Mojo is an excellent example of an influencer who has remained consistent with her personality and marketing skills over the years. [26:32 – 39:05] How to Monetize Your Product OnlineThe key to monetizing a product online is finding out what works and what doesn't.It's important to have a good relationship with your audience in order to convert better.There is a lot of information available, but too much can hold you back.Closing Segment Want to connect with Tara? You can follow her on Instagram visit www.unrulyagency.comStart hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “I obviously see how valuable influencers are for any brand because they really bring credibility and awareness to a product” – Tara Electra How do you really monetize a product online? I mean, there are so many different ways, and depending on the product you have, and even then you're still testing, you're still finding out which ones are converting better, which audiences are converting better.-Tara Electra Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  Today we are joined by Austin Josie the Founder and CEO of EVIG marketing , Austin started as an efficient detailed accountant and has transitioned to the world of marketing. In this episode, Austin shares how to become an effective marketer, sharing his idea, involvements targeting different spaces to help other businesses and building his network. He also talks about Rize Academy, an online learning platform that he co-founded with Josh Brue, Sebastien Saville, and Jayden Whitehead, with a mission that this platform would help people find the right coach and mentor that would effectively benefit what they do and their brands. with no further ado let’s dive in! Key Highlights:   [00:01– 05:16] How to Succeed in a Career as a Marketer Austin shares how he started working in accounting before marketing. Being with his family and staying home with his wife and kids made him think of switching careers. How a side hustle as a marketer became a full-time job.   [5:17 – 14:47] The Rise of Online Education: Rize Academy Offers Better Business Bureau for Online Learning How Austin was introduced to the concept of an "alternative path." Their rapid growth in marketing attributes to their involvement in a course and finding a mentor. Rise Academy: Helping You Find the Right Mentor Consistency is always the key when aiming for success Putting you in the classroom that you want or that is intended for you   [14:48 – 26:07] How to get your marketing in different places into different groups and target that Getting into the space of consumer goods is like expanding your network, and platforms Having a balance between tried-and-true methods with trying new routes Warren Buffett said it takes only one decision to become a billionaire. It is important to continuously put 10% of your income into different marketing options in order to hit exponential growth And communicate your brand through unique wording and personalities. Create successful ads that connect with your audience Creating a Personal Brand for Under $1,000 [26:08 – 39:05] Closing Segment Random Round Want to connect with Austin? You can follow him on Instagram or visit rizeacdemy.com Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:    “I think looking at new platforms, maybe looking at new strategies that you initially would’ve written off in the past and being willing to take the time to explore those is key.”  – Austin Josie “Putting even just 10%, like continually into different advertising options, different marketing solutions you just never know when that is going to hit, but when it's going to be exponentially like growth” - Austin Josie  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode we have Stephen Nagy, Stephen left his career as a Personal Financial Advisor to pursue his dream of being an entrepreneur and Real Estate Investor. 14 years later, he has never looked back. Stephen has spoken on hundreds of stages across the United States and worked with thousands of students over that time. Living in South Florida with his wife and son, Stephen not only talks the talk but walks the walk every single day, growing his Real Estate businesses and practicing financial strategies like IBC to create a legacy. Alongside Chris Naugle, Stephen is dedicated to helping Money School students learn financial education, how to take back control of their money, and working with them to achieve their dreams. Stephen now shares his experience, education, and strategies through weekly webinar training, live events, and working with clients one on one. with no further ado Let’s Dive in!Key Highlights: [00:01 - 11:10] Real Estate: A Beautiful Investment OptionStephen talks about his journey as a Financial Adviser.Real estate is a beautiful, tangible asset that can provide returns on investment.How real estate teaches you sales, negotiation, marketing, and other business skills. [11:10 - 22:14] Real Estate Pros Advise Waiting for PullbackPeople should be prepared for a market pullback, and diversify one's portfolios across different types of investmentsBe well-educated about real estate and have a plan in place in the event of a market downturn.These Guys Know What They're Doing: Short-Term Real Estate StrategiesBe cautious when investing money, as there are many scams out there.Private Money Lending: A New Way to Take Control of Your FinancesPrivate money lending is a process where a bank or other financial institution lends money to a person or business without having to go through the traditional credit approval process.Helpful if the person or business has a good track record and the bank is confident in its ability to repay the loan. [22:14 - 35:44] Backward Bicycle: Is it Hard to Change the Way We Do Money? People are resistant to change, especially when it comes to their finances.They think that being an entrepreneur, real estate investor, or banker is too hard and they would rather just have an easy life.Concept of reprograming our mindset on how we ride Bicycles.Changing the way you think, opens many new doors and many avenues for you and it’s amazing where it leads to. Shares his work with Chris Naugle [35:45 - 40:09] Closing SegmentBuilding a Powerful Financial LegacyRandom round Want to connect with Stephen? You can follow him on Facebook, and Instagramor watch him with Chris Naugle on Youtube. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “If I treat money kind of like a sport. It just becomes a game, when you learn how to play a game when you get coaches to teach you a game, it not only becomes a lot of fun, which makes you want to do more and more of it. But when you get good at it, what does a good competitor do? They win.” – Stephen Nagy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  Today we are joined by April White. A seasoned communication specialist, an official TEDx speaker, a writer with both B2B and B2c experience, and the President and Founder of Trust Relations. April graduated April received her B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communications from Iowa State University and continued studying integrated communications at Columbia University’s master’s program in Strategic Communications in New York City. with the goal of becoming a watchdog of society, as the world changed rapidly realizing that her goals are no longer the same. She shifted and pursued public relations. Coining the term “Trust Relations” in 2019 led to the creation of the strategic communication agency Trust relations. In this episode, we will talk about the importance of PR and how It helped businesses and entrepreneurs. We also talk about the current credibility of media and how it is perceived by society. Let’s dive in!  Key Highlights: [00:01 - 08:19] Opening Segment  April's original path going to college was journalism. Helping others get informed by being a watchdog of society. Through time, April realizes that journalism, as it stands, is no longer the idealistic version she believes in. April decided to pursue public relations. [08:13 - 18:53] Public Relations: Why Should Anybody Care? The importance of public relations to any business and Entrepreneur. How to audit your brand and identify unique value propositions. Knowing your reason for being will always drive everything. [18:54 - 33:33] How Public Relations Changed through time The evolution of PR for the last 20 years. The difficulties of a journalist to get access to clients without an affiliate network. Mainstream media begins to produce more substantial content, challenging the PR’s monopoly in content creation. Journalists are increasingly requesting contributed content from PR Firms. How credibility of media is down and how difficult for audiences to trust news sources nowadays. [33:45 - 44:51] Closing Segment Want to connect with April? You can email her directly at april@trustrelations.agency Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “If you know what your reason for being is that should always be what drives everything, that should be what drives your brand, your values, your next innovation, your next hire. I mean, that should be the guiding principle.” -      April White Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Going through a life-changing experience Randy Molland, co-founder of REInvestors shares his experience on how he developed himself and found purpose in helping others while growing his business. Randy started working as an Electrical apprentice at the age of 16. By 22 he qualified to become a Red Seal Journeyman, running crews and multiple job sites, losing his best friend and mentor made him realize that life was short to keep working Mondays to Fridays, with that Randy invested himself in education and building a passive income lifestyle. With no further ado let’s join Randy as we dive into his life and journey as an entrepreneur. Key Highlights:[00:01 - 08:43] Opening Segment Randy discusses how growing up in a low-income family and seeing others buying nicer things motivates him to learn more about earning a dollar and what it means.How working hard while others enjoy their weekends, pays off later in life. Randy shares, how he lost his brother to sudden infant death, and how his father left his business to focus on them."Life can go at any time” his best friend passing away made Randy realize even more to pursue his dreams. How he tries everything and is ready to fail, Taking the risk and making sure he has a fallback option.How his late mentor, a former boss, sees potential in him and encourages him to do bigger things, losing him made Randy realize that “security wasn’t in the job anymore”Randy explains, that most of us think about getting that $30 an hour but we don’t think about securityAfraid of his future, he liquidated all his RSPs and Savings and then invested in a company that created lifetime security for him. In pursuit of creating his security. He found real estate investing and started building a portfolio of passive income. [08:44 - 14:16] Investing in yourself.In search of a brighter future, Randy invested himself to be trained.$15,000 training program? Doing the math, Randy realizes that it’s better to invest earning new skillsets and allowing him to grow than just earning the same amount once.Asking advice from people that have what he wanted and walking away from those who don’t.Spending more than $150,000 on training, masterminds, and education. With it the are skills to help him earn hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. His curiosity sparked his realization to the importance of wealth education.[14:18 - 22:18] Not Following for Money, but Following for My life Randy advised following one mentor or an influencer for each part of life.Learning “building your life resume” from Jesse ItzlerRandy always aims to build a business that gives back.Joining training programs, meeting people, creating business, and gaining credibility, allowing investors to come in and work with them.Randy talks about how he and his business partner built their network and raised $11 Million last year.Having people that they trust and wanted to be involved with is a big component of growing their business. [22:19 - 30:44] Always Make Time to Learn Selling yourself on something that you aren’t but also putting effort into becoming who you wanted to become.Randy shares about putting passion into work, that they invested in learningo   Taking time to attend training and classes.o   Listening to podcasto   Do research and studieso   Even dream about it at in sp.Randy suggests that “if you don’t know” ask your mentors, and do research.Randy talks about a guy that was passionate about what he does but does not feel fulfilled.o   Finding purposeo   Creating wealtho   Helping others and changing livesYou don’t need much money to start giving, start giving today. [30:45 - 44:09] Closing SegmentRandom round Want to connect with Randy? You can follow him on Instagram Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid throughMarch 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription. Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetworkDid you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect withme on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REALrelationships that add value and create investments.Tweetable Quotes: “There is so much world out there that we don't know about. My advice now for a lot of people is I don't just follow it for money, I follow it for my life.”-      Randy Molland“It’s relentless pursuit of chasing our dreams. Nothing about money, just about the true passion of wanting to become entrepreneurs.-      Randy MollandAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Marketing a business is not simple, it takes extensive time to see good results. As the world drastically changes, it is important that a business owner has the fundamentals of how the landscape of digital marketing works. Today, we are joined by Chans B. Weber, the Founder, and CEO of Agile & Co. Chans, and his company has helped various business gain traction by giving them a constant evaluation of their business’ “digital status” and adaptation to change, Maximum ROI for all inbound services, reflection on campaign results for data-driven decisions, keeping them versatile resulting to high-efficiency results. with no further ado, here is the interview with Chans. Key Highlights:[00:01 - 08:56] Opening SegmentChans shares his experience in high school playing a lot of sports.Growing up, he has no idea of what he would become, he stated that he changed majors almost 19 times, and was on academic probation for half of his time in college.Chans believes that the education system is not designed well for entrepreneurs, as they are often not taught how to be successful in a classroom setting.The landscape of digital marketing has always been changing and it has become harder to stand out in the industry.[08:57 - 17:30] Honesty: Under-Promise and Over-Deliver Mindset.Chans Stated that 19 out of 20 digital marketing agencies do not know what’s happening around them which created a lot of opportunities for digital marketers to stand out.Chans’ consistent goals are being honest to his client, being under-promise, and over-deliver.This is especially important when it comes to marketing, where people often have high expectations for quick results.Digital marketing for Chans, is not easy and can take a long time to produce results.Chans noted that business owners who don't have any accountability are often the ones who are delayed in their success with digital marketing.In this part, Chans encourages Entrepreneurs, Marketing Folks, Business Owners, and anyone who deals with marketing, to “become a student of the game.”Understanding what digital marketing is and how it works can help you vet potential experts[17:31 - 25:29] Helping Other Businesses and Building Good RelationshipsReferrals are important for any business, and the more relationships you have with businesses, the easier it will be to get work.If you can help businesses in a strategic way instead of just selling them services, your network will help you get more work even more easily.Marketers often have a lot of value to offer just by sharing common knowledge.This is rewarding for the marketer, as it can help them connect with people and grow their business. [25:30 – 30:30] Grassroots Marketing: Focusing Small and Building the AudienceDigital marketing is a way to reach and engage customers through various channels, such as; online ads, search engine optimization, and social media.It is important to start small and focus on building an audience before investing in more expensive marketing strategies.Businesses should evaluate their business and find the right metrics to measure success,Local shops are a good way to market a small business, and paid ads should be targeted to the right market.[30:30 - 44:56] Closing Segment·        Random RoundWant to connect with Chans? You can follow him on Instagramor visit Agile & Co. websiteStart hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription. Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetworkDid you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Tweetable Quotes: “I've always said change equals opportunity. And in this industry, you just hit the nail on the head. The change never stops. It never stops.”- Chans Weber“So under promising over-delivering and just setting up expectations of, Hey, this is a marathon, not a sprint.”- Chans Weber“Understand the lingo and the basis of what a digital marketing company does. So you can vet them.”- Chans Weber Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Working hard and not working too hard is a theme that runs throughout this conversation. Travis and Dana discuss how to find your passions and how to focus on what is important to you in order to achieve success. They also share tips for improving your productivity and managing your time. Finally, they offer advice for connecting with others and building relationships that will help you achieve your goals. Dana Cornell is a former Executive Director at Morgan Stanley, and Forbes recognized financial consultant. His practice focuses on helping individuals, small business owners, and working professionals develop customized strategies to generate passive income and wealth accumulation via commercial real estate opportunities. Let’s dive in! Key Highlights:   [00:01 - 07:33] Opening Segment  Why Dana decided to focus on creating consistent returns for his clients and family Dana’s journey in the industry and starting his own business The importance of transparency and providing direct access to deals for his clients  [07:34 - 17:05] The Importance of Good Communication with Clients The reason why self-storage is an interesting investment How markets will change and adapt as demographics shift Dan’s outlook on recession and the upcoming years   [17:06 - 29:50] Relationships Are Key To Success Investors should prepare for the long game and not rely on getting something in the next year or two Why relationships are vital when trying to raise capital You should invest in personal development to understand people better  [29:51 - 37:29] Closing Segment The benefits of being around other people who are pursuing similar goals Do you want to connect with Dana Cornell? Follow him on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Head to Dana Cornell, and start experiencing the wealth, freedom, and lifestyle of your dreams today! Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes: "If you have a big network out of the gate, half the battle is done." - Dana Cornell “The most successful people are those who combine who they know with what they know, and who are willing to invest in their own growth.” - Dana Cornell Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Consistency has been a very important aspect of developing one’s self, learning the curves along the way, and finding your niche in becoming a better version of yourself. Today we are joined by Chris Van Vliet, as he talks about his journey from being a small-town reporter to interviewing well-known celebrities and creating 300k Subscribers and followers on different social media platforms. Chris is a 4-time Emmy award-winning TV Host, Entertainment Reporter, and YouTuber based in Los Angeles, CA. He has traveled the world reporting from events like the Oscars, Grammys, and the Cannes Film Festival, Let’s find out together what makes Chris an effective host and great person. Listen and enjoy!Key Highlights:  [00:01 - 11:00] Opening Segment Chris talks about his childhood and living inside a supportive household.A young Chris pretends to be a radio broadcaster developing his passion for presenting himself to people.The School TV studio opens opportunities for Chris in learning the basics of communication studies.Volunteering as a street team and eventually a part-time job for a local radio station. [11:01 - 20:11] Thrown to The Wolves, a First-Day Job ExperienceChris speaks about his free labor to TV internship and a high school job at a pet store. Absorbed by the company on his 22nd birthday, Chris began as an anchor for Sunday news.Finding a real job on a different side of the country.Celebrity Interviews; Directors, Actors, Comedians, musicians UFC fighters, and WWE;  [20:12 - 32:00] Finding Your Balance Through Self ImprovementChris learns how to turn interviews into conversations.Imagining Podcasts as reps through patience and consistency.Learning about Youtube and google AdSense and turning them into passive income.His interview with The Rock and gaining momentum on social media. [32:01 - 39:21] Podcasting is HabitualWhy Podcast is a source for external educationYoutube vs PodcastingWatch time vs Listening time;Active vs Passive;More interview experiences from different celebrities [39:22 - 44:21] Goal Driven: Figuring It Out Every Single day!How Chris discovers himself in every milestone he achieves.Entering more adult life decisions Chris and his commitment to his relationship. [44:22 - 45:49] Closing SegmentWant to connect with Chris Van Vliet? Visit www.chrisvanvliet.com/ or you can follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. You can also watch his videos through Youtube and CVV Clips and listen to Insights with Chris Van Vliet at Apple Podcast. Google Podcast and Spotify.Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription. Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetworkDid you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Resources Mentioned:Every Conversation Counts: The 5 Habits of Human Connection that Build Extraordinary RelationshipsTweetable Quotes: “Eyeballs are eyeballs whether they’re on a TV screen or a phone, they’re still eyeballs.” - Chris Van VlietAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Do you really know how to find people that are a good fit for your business and that can help you level up fast? Now, as the industry is changing and becoming more regulated, it's important for businesses to stay ahead of the curve and offer our customers and members the best possible experience. In today’s episode, we're talking with Brian Clayton, the CEO, and co-founder of GreenPal an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. GreenPal has been called the “Uber for lawn care” by Entrepreneur magazine and has over 200,000 active users completing thousands of transactions per day. He has been working in the lawn care industry for 10 years now and has learned a lot about how to scale a business. Brian shares his experience and lessons learned from starting GreenPal and has some great advice for anyone who wants to start their own business. Listen and enjoy! Key Highlights: [00:01 - 10:24] Opening Segment How Bryan started in the world of landscaping Bryan’s experience taking the jump to hire the first person Things Bryan would have done differently [10:25 - 20:50]  Learn From Practitioners of Other Marketplaces How building software makes Bryan a better entrepreneur Work in your business, on your business, and on yourself The importance of finding experts in the field   [20:51 - 29:17] Build Out Your Team By Being Mario If someone is giving you value in their free content, their paid content is probably pretty good You need to be delegating tasks to the right people early on to make sure that the business can grow Educate yourself in order to have the best chance of succeeding  [29:18 - 34:28] Closing Segment Want to connect with Bryan Clayton? You can follow him on Instagram. Check out The GreenPal website: https://www.yourgreenpal.com/  Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Resources Mentioned: The E-Myth - Michael Gerber Tweetable Quotes:  "You have to have a value proposition for your employees.“ - Bryan Clayton "There’s a lot of stuff you can only learn just by doing it wrong." - Bryan Clayton "My philosophy is you should be pretty horizontal and wide and pretty good at a lot of different things." - Bryan Clayton Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you afraid of starting up your own business because you believe you’re too young? Our today’s guest started in the finance world at the age of 19 and, since then, he has built up a diverse and strong background in the industry. This includes experience in structuring business growth, private equity financing, and mortgage lending. Let’s welcome Sean Phalon, a Mortgage Expert, Real Estate Investor, and Startup Entrepreneur. He shares his experience getting into the real estate industry and how he realized relationships are everything in the business world. He also discloses his insights about competition and how he was able to overcome the fears that come with starting a business at a young age. You don’t want to miss this thought-provoking episode! Key Highlights: [00:01 - 08:52] Opening Segment How Sean started in the world of finance at 19  How Sean went from trying to survive to setting goals and calibrating his business to match market conditions [08:53 - 18:08] Stay Connected to Others in The Industry Sean’s outlook on the aftermath of the recession that led to high-interest rates It is important to go deep into your industry if you want to be successful The reason why relationships are important in the business world  [18:09 - 27:46] You Need to Understand The process and Be Involved in Every Step of It Why competition is important in the mortgage industry You should invest in areas where you are weak to gain knowledge and develop skills How Sean overcame some of the fears that come with starting his own business at a young age  [27:47 - 37:46] Have a Skill Set That Aligns with The Business You Are Trying to Pursue Having strong relationships will help you find new opportunities and deals to grow your business How a young person can stand out in the real estate industry and add value to their clients The main reasons why a mortgage lender would want to work with a realtor [37:47 - 40:26] Closing Segment Want to connect with Sean Phalon? You can follow hinm on LinkedIn. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Resources Mentioned: The One Thing - Gary Keller Rocket Fuel - Gino Wickman Tweetable Quotes:  "I wanted to have freedom. I wanted to put systems in place where the mortgage business and my team ran itself whether I was on the phone or not.“ - Sean Phalon "I don't ever look that I'm competing against somebody else. It's more of me competing with what I know. I'm good at competing with my numbers, and the results will follow." - Sean Phalonn "You can do whatever you want to do, just take ownership of it." - Sean Phalon Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every business owner or entrepreneur needs to understand the impact that ethical behavior has on their brand and their ability to attract and retain customers. In today’s episode, J.S. Nelson, a Visiting Associate Prof. at Harvard Business School and the author of Business Ethics: What Everyone Needs to Know, talks about what entrepreneurs should know about ethics, and how our innate moral intuitions can be powerful tools for making ethical decisions. She explains why we need to do a better job of educating people about ethics and the basics of business ethics. Pay close attention to J.S. Nelson's outlook on how to build a company culture that is ethical and supportive. Tune in and dive into how ethical behavior impacts everything from our physical health to our cognitive health and our relationships!Key Highlights:[00:01 - 10:00] Opening SegmentJ.S. Nelson shares her background and workAn overview of what business ethics isWhy ethics is something that has to be managed[10:11 - 21:10] How to Build Ethical CulturesMillennials are sensitive to hypocrisy, and will quickly leave a company if it is not ethicalCompanies often go off the cliff because of self-destructive behaviorThe importance of investing in employees and creating a company culture that is ethical and supportiveYou should provide feedback that is constructive and unbiased to create a positive and safe environment  [21:11 - 34:11] Trust the Baseline of What You Have Been Given By The SocietyHow managers should give feedback to employeesHow people can audit themselves to make sure they have figured out what they stand for and what is and isn't okay within their cultureHow cheating is perceived by the vast majority of the population [34:12 - 42:49] We Need Ethical People in OrganizationsThe reason why J.S. Nelson thinks people need to be promoted within organizations in order to be ethicalPeople need to own their work and put their ethics above any other considerationsThe ways working from home environment can have a positive or negative effect on ethics[42:50 - 45:50] Closing SegmentWant to connect with J.S. Nelson? You can follow her on LinkedIn, and Twitter.Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription. Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetworkDid you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Resources MentionedEthics Unwrapped Corruptible: Who Gets Power and How It Changes Us - Brian KlaasTweetable Quotes: "Business ethics is everyone's problem and everyone's feeling and everyone should own it. “ - J.S. Nelson"Acting on your ethics and being an ethical person is something that resonates for so many people in so many contexts. So this is really worthwhile this is part of the secret sauce of doing business." - J.S. Nelson"Being more creative and thinking about building for the long term and for something that you would be proud of. It's incredibly powerful ." - J.S. NelsonAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Anyone can start their own business if they are willing to put in the work and have a really positive attitude towards entrepreneurship. In this episode, we have a great conversation with Stephen Petasky, the CEO and Founder of The Luxus Group with offices in Canada, the US, and Italy. He shares his journey in helping others find their "why" and discover how luxury vacation real estate can enrich their lives. He also discloses how he and his family came up with the idea of starting their own businesses and why it is based on strong relationships. Stephen emphasizes that it is important to constantly learn and to never stop exploring, as this will help you to be successful in anything you pursue. Listen and enjoy! Key Highlights: [00:01 - 10:10] Opening Segment Stephen’s experience as a child and how this shaped his outlook on entrepreneurship How he became passionate about Lexus and pursued it full time Consuming knowledge and developing relationships with people led him to success [10:11 - 20:18] Understanding of The Cyclical Nature of The Real Estate Market How The Luxus Group was created, and why it is an inspiring story The desire to have a portfolio of vacation homes that had hotel quality amenities Stephen shares his journey investing in vacation home ownership  It is important to build a network of people who can help support you when you are starting a business  [20:19 - 30:47] Stay Focused on Your Goals How Stephen decided he wanted to start helping other people What The Covet company does Be prepared for the next unexpected event by having a well-planned backup plan You should invest in yourself by learning as much as possible and expanding your knowledge base  [30:48 - 37:11] Being a Truly Rock Star Wizard By Yourself You need a network of advisers and support around you to help carry anything to the next level How you make sure that you're building a genuine, authentic, value-based relationship with people [37:12 - 38:20] Closing Segment Want to connect with Stephen? You can follow him on Youtube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.  Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  "I don't think anything is possible unless you're truly just a rock star wizard by yourself" - Stephen Petasky  "There's not a single thing I've done that I haven't absolutely loved and gone absolutely all in on." - Stephen Petasky  "You only get to who you know, based on what you know." - Stephen Petasky Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered how you can scale your business without sacrificing your personal life? Today on the show, we're going to be talking with Simon Severino, a very generous and open-minded person. He is the CEO of Strategy Sprints, a platform that helps entrepreneurs solve their wicked problems and focus on what will always be valuable. Simon has dedicated his life to helping entrepreneurs and loves sharing his knowledge with others. He created the Strategy Sprints™ Method that doubles revenue in 90 days by getting owners out of the weeds. We are really excited to have Simon on the show, and we hope you enjoy the conversation!   Key Highlights: [00:02 - 06:45] Opening Segment Simon shares his background and work Why Simon says is more important to focus on problems and not necessarily deliver solutions It is important to be aware of the changing platforms so that your message can be heard [06:46 - 16:39] How A Marketing System Works Balance the use of new platforms to help solve problems and stay disciplined by using true methods Why your number one coach is your market Empathize with your audience and reuse content that is successful to create successful content  How you can create a content strategy for your business [16:38 - 25:14] Interests and Goals Should Be All Aligned Two specific tactics Simon uses small join venture system vs big join venture system Simon’s experience with Google and Tesla The importance of focusing on relationships and not only on transactions [25:13 - 27:14] Closing Statement I care about people, people that I reason with and that I can help. Want to connect with Simon? You can follow him on LinkedIn, and Twitter. Check out Strategy Sprints and win back control over your time! Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  "It took me forever to find what I stand for and what my superpowers are and what I can contribute here." - Simon Severino  "It's great focusing on what your client is asking. That's always a good place to start." - Simon Severino  "If you're good at something, you usually do it, and if you're not good at it, you get rid of it as quickly as possible." - Simon Severino Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want something bad enough, you will find a way to get it. You don't have to be the best at everything. What you do need is a laser focus on what it is that you want and then go after it with everything that you've got. In this episode, Ed Mylett, a bestselling author and leadership expert who has inspired millions of people around the world to achieve their goals, shares how to build confidence without arrogance or delusion and recommends practicing humility and being constantly curious about others in order to be a great teacher and help others with their accomplishments. Ed also discloses why writing the book “The Power of One More” was a way of overcoming his fears and bolstering his confidence to be an even more impactful leader in the world and help more people than ever before. Listen and enjoy!Key Highlights:[00:02 - 07:37] Opening SegmentEd introduces his book “The Power of One More” The reasons why content networking is important for your careerWhy Ed decided to write the book[07:38 - 15:28] Humble People Are Always Learning and Growing The current status of the world and how to best navigate itEd breaks down the four levels of motivationThe key to being successful is to have confidence and humilityEd’s insights about parenting [15:29 - 22:18] The Most Insidious Form of Child Neglect Ed shares his daughter's experience getting her first jobWhy parenting should involve setting boundaries with your children, and not just telling them what to doAs a parent, you feel obligated to chase your dream, to grow, to expand [22:19 - 30:44] The Reason You Do Anything is Because of The Illusion of Control The more fit and ambitious an individual is, the better they become at their other responsibilitiesPeople are tired because they are not pursuing their goals vigorously enough How Ed learned to read people and communicate with them[30:45 - 39:08] What We Should be Striving ForThe importance of finding meaning in the events that are happening to usHow Ed’s father death made him reevaluate their life and prioritiesEd’s experience journey in the orphanage he started his business[39:09 - 44:09] Closing SegmentPlace importance on growth and contribution instead of money, attention, and statusWant to connect with Ed? You can follow him on Instagram and Twitter. Sign up and attend live in person or virtually online MaxoutLive with Ed Mylett and Friends!  Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription. Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetworkDid you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Tweetable Quotes: "When I lost my father on Earth, I got a lot closer to my heavenly father." - Ed Mylett"Everyone wants attention. Everyone wants more money. Everyone's right. But it's not my primary driver. My primary driver now is growth and contribution." - Ed Mylett"It's more about what you believe than what you do." - Ed MylettAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We know that facing and accepting our past can be hard sometimes, however, we can learn the best life lessons from those difficult situations. This is what Josh Peck reflects in his book “Happy People Are Annoying”, the culmination of years of learning, growing, and finding bright spots in the scary parts of life.  Josh is an actor, writer, Youtuber, television superstar, and one of the most recognizable faces of a generation. He rose to prominence when he starred for four seasons as the comedic center of Nickelodeon’s hit show Drake & Josh.  You don’t want to miss this thoughtful-provoking episode! Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 09:01] Opening Segment  Josh shares a bit of his background  Being part of the last generation without social media Josh introduces his book Happy People Are Annoying  What pushed Josh to star as a career at a super young age [09:02 - 25:55] Happy People Are Annoying How Josh's relationship with money evolved over time People who worry about money and people who don't have any Josh’s experience jumping into the online world The transition of going into social media  How Josh’s identity was wrapped up in being an actor What drives Josh to be an actor A quick word from our sponsor [25:56 - 42:14] Be Yourself Can’t Be Misinterpreted The ability to find solace in things that he could control It took a long time to stop trying to control and to need certainty Josh shares his journey in the book writing process Josh’s outlook on being part of scale projects Having a feeling of pressure because you want to be great People within the industry that Josh’s looked at as role model People that have got a great family life and a great career How you can deal with rejection [42:15 - 47:13] Closing Segment  Josh's curiosity about him and how people live their lives Want to connect with Josh? You can follow him on  Instagram and Twitter. Make sure to get a copy of his book Happy People Are Annoying, a wonderfully candid memoir from one of the most recognizable faces of a generation! Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “Money is a great servant, but a terrible master.” - Josh Peck “I needed to know that I was doing everything in my power to be the best version of what it is I do.” - Josh Peck “Pain is a great motivator. I never learned anything on a good day.” - Josh Peck Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Entrepreneurship can feel a bit like being on your own island, but Elliott Bisnow is connecting like-minded people to make big things from small groups. Elliot is the Co-Founder of Summit Group, whose family of organizations includes Powder Mountain, Summit Series, Summit Junto, and Summit Impact.  Elliot is a startup investor, having made almost 50 early-stage investments. At 20 years old, Bisnow started Bisnow Media out of his college dorm room. Over the next decade, he grew the business into the world's largest commercial real estate media company. Jump right into the episode, and let’s explore what it really means to make no small plans. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:49] Opening Segment  Elliot shares a bit of his background  Always on the go but with no structure  Getting inspired to break the norm and build a business How he was pressured to stay in college for a degree Accelerating his learning without a college [06:50 - 16:50] Break Away from the Norm Elliot talks about the start of his real estate business Partnering with his dad to monetize his commercial real estate content The transition from a successful real estate business to buying a mountain  Realizing that the most important thing in life is to be different  The importance of awareness  How Elliot started by making the right connections A quick word from our sponsor [16:51 - 33:32] Make No Small Plans Elliot explains how Make No Small Plans maps out his journey of success How he went from clueless to networking with high ticket people  Why Elliot’s strategy worked Everyone wants community  Breaking away from “safe” to doing big things  Elliot’s realization of how Entrepreneurs operate Only the adventurous go on adventures People who don’t know you see you as you are in the moment  Having partners and co-founders is the best for business Elliot talks about the Powder Mountain deal The story and structure of the plan  The benefits of using a Founding Members Program [33:33 - 38:40] Closing Segment  The number one takeaways you should get from the book  The importance of having a community around you   Want to connect with Elliot? You can follow him on LinkedIn and Twitter. Find your unique community over on https://summit.co/, and start making big things happen! Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “I realized that maybe the most important thing was being different.” - Elliot Bisnow “Bite off more than you can chew and then learn how to chew later.” - Elliot Bisnow “Entrepreneurial people do entrepreneurial things… Adventures only happen to the adventurous.” - Elliot Bisnow Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you believe that hard work creates success? Jason Drees, an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and performance coach, has discovered that our mindset on success may need to change. With over 10,000 hours of coaching sessions delivered in his career, Jason has an uncanny ability to rewire the mindsets of those he works with to achieve unprecedented results. His ever-expanding understanding of the power of mindset continues to push his clients to unlock their full potential and experience extraordinary growth in all areas of their lives.Tune in to the episode and learn more about aligning yourself with success. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 03:38] Opening Segment Jason gives us a deep dive into his backgroundJason’s upbringing and aspirations from an early ageHis early relationship with money and defeating limiting factors [03:39 - 12:05] Aligning Yourself with SuccessJason talks about how he shifted his mindset on financeFacing limiting beliefs about money, starting with Rich Dad Poor DadRealizing that his mindset on money wasn’t high enoughRunning through financial exercises to upskillWho you know or what you know? Jason believes it’s a combination of both that leads to financial successJason’s start in coaching Learning how to change beliefsHow his business succeeded right after giving up How to create successSuccess is the starting point, not the destinationHard word only raises the chances of your alignment with successThe balance between spiritual and operational results Figuring out how life works - life responds to you We have an internal guidance systemIf your mindset is in alignment with the target, it will generate successThe importance of knowing your “frame” Your frame is your frequency is you as a human beingFrame will create different thought processes for your life A quick word from our sponsor[12:06- 18:03] Coaching People’s Frame to Do the ImpossibleThe role coaches play in alignment Mentors are experts in strategy around a targetCoaches help you get in alignment with your targetRemoving the clutter from people’s mind Jason explains the concept around Do the Impossible Anything is possible at any moment, so why not aim it at a target that excites you When to know when it’s time to double down or pivot awayGet good at the difference between “thinking” and “knowing” Savor the process[18:04 - 21:40] Closing Segment ThE RaNDoM RouNd Want to connect with Jason? You can follow him on Instagram and LinkedIn. If you’re a high-performing individual looking to do the impossible, check out https://www.jasondreescoaching.com/. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fm and create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription. Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetworkDid you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Tweetable Quotes: “I started to realize that when you start shift beliefs, you start to get movement and flow.” - Jason Drees“Alignment with success creates success, not hard work.” - Jason Drees “In the next moment, anything is possible, so why not aim at a target that excites you.” - Jason DreesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What if I told you investing in water could be as lucrative as investing in oil while solving the world’s water crisis? Riggs Eckelberry is the CEO and founder of the innovative water technology company, OriginClear. He is a disruptor of the Big Water industry, which has fallen behind the times and is affecting the health of millions.  Riggs achieves this by commissioning the decentralized investment community. In this episode, we dive into his innovations and entrepreneurial spirit to help solve the world’s water crisis.  This conversation gets fascinating with plenty of twists and turns. So dive right in, and let’s take a look at the concept of “Water on Demand.”  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:29] Opening Segment  Riggs gives us a deep dive into his background His experience moving around as a kid and seeing the world  Watching the new era of the world come in  His rising desire to impact the world instead of chasing a paycheck [05:30 - 17:37] Great Entrepreneurs Remain Interested  Riggs shares where his philanthropic ideals originated  Getting exposed to great philosophers  Watching his mentor transform himself  Seeing the needs in the world  Riggs talks about the personality and ethos of Hubbard  The impact of the quality of remaining interested  Harnessing technology to enhance the world further  A look into some of the values of Scientology  [17:38 - 25:50] Decentralizing Water to Save the World   The water issues the whole world faces  Treating water like we treat oil  How algae come into play  How the federal government dropped off on spending on water infrastructure Building solutions to tackle the water crisis Decentralization is essential  It comes down to money Allowing investors to become a part of the mission A quick word from our sponsor [25:51 - 33:09] Water as a Service  A look into the water industry  There is pent up demand for project funding  People are delighted about anything as a service  Opening up partnerships in the water space  “Water on Demand”  Benefiting middle-class investors by investing in water How to get involved as an investor with Riggs OriginClear Looking for accredited investors  How anybody can start trading  [33:10 - 44:43] Closing Segment  ThE RaNDoM RouNd  Want to connect with Riggs? You can follow him on LinkedIn and Facebook. If you don’t want to miss the opportunity to invest in water like oil and gas, go over to https://www.originclear.com/.  Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. There’s a reason why so many creators use Riverside. Check them out and all the other features they have at Riverside.fmand create an account. Get started today. Click the link here and use Coupon Code BYN for $10 off any subscription.  Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “I think the most important thing you can have as a quality in the world is to remain interested.” - Riggs Eckelberry “We are polluting this goldfish bowl we live in…” - Riggs Eckelberry Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Entrepreneurs need to stay on top of their game by mentally, spiritually, and physically upgrading their health. Max Lugavere is just the person to make it happen. He is a health and science journalist and the author of the New York Times best-seller Genius Foods, published in 8 languages around the globe. Max is also the host of the #1 iTunes health podcast, The Genius Life. Lugavere appears regularly on the Dr. Oz Show, the Rachael Ray Show, and The Doctors. He has contributed to Medscape, Vice, Fast Company, CNN, and The Daily Beast, has been featured on NBC Nightly News, The Today Show, and in The New York Times and People Magazine. Dive in and learn how to live a genius life by starting with adopting an ethical, optimal, and informed diet culture. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 07:35] Opening Segment I welcome Max to the show referencing our previous interviewMax dispels some common myths about health and health trendsThere is no one size fits all diet or regiment Realize that everyone is different and not everything works for everyone Your diet is not your identity The only reason to go vegan is if you don’t like or can’t have meatYou can be an “ethical omnivore.” [07:36 - 12:27] How to Live a Genius Life: The Ethical and Optimal Diet CultureMax gives his perspective on shifting food culture towards ethical standardsWe need to move towards ethics, not completely remove key nutrientsSound science still dictates that animal products are optimal for health How to know which meat products are ethical to buy Organic vs. GMO products Look for Free Range and Pasture Raised meat Grass-fed and grass-finishedMax explains key distinctions in his book Genius Kitchen[12:28 - 22:11] Build Genius Health by Starting Now Max gives us insight into his life and career before the success of his first book Max’s venture into health and especially fitness Marrying a passion for health with his skill in writing and storytelling Max’s turning point and realizations after his mom’s diagnosis We have the opportunity now to prevent future diseaseBe a good model for your kids Instead of being restrictive make healthy food a positive experienceA quick word from our sponsor[22:12 - 44:02] Best Strategies for Genius HealthHow to get a hold of more resources from Maxhttps://geniuskitchenbook.com/ The health benefits of regular home cooking How to learn more about healthPubMedGet acquainted with science and research for yourself ScienceDaily - press releasesMedicalXpressHow to start finding the best fitness and diet plan for you The hidden importance of auditing your sleep first Make sure to celebrate “non-scale wins” Max challenges the soundness of Food Sensitivity Tests The importance of focusing on looking for signs of a Leaky Gut Recommendations on how to heal and improve your gut A look into some of the adverse effects of GlutenThe incredible importance of taking care of your gut first Max shares his opinion of “Detox diets” The unhealthy relationship with “toxing” followed by “cleansing”Detoxify as naturally as possible The benefits of heat and cold stress[44:03 - 46:19] Closing Segment ThE RaNDoM RouNd Want to connect with Max? You can follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Upgrade your life and your health by checking out https://www.maxlugavere.com/. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Tweetable Quotes: “You can be an ethical omnivore… It’s my perspective that we don’t change the system by opting out entirely, we change the system by voting with our dollars for the system that we want to see.” - Max Lugavere“Get acquainted with science and research, I think that’s super important. I think we lack as a population, scientific literacy - that’s a big problem…” - Max Lugavere Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

You deserve to have your story told, and the world deserves the value you have to give, but too many people have all the skills but none of the marketing; that’s where Jay Jay comes in.  Jay is from Australia and lives in Miami where he started his career as a content creator, influencer, and live magician. Growing his own social media following to over a million, Jay decided to help others and found the Ace of Spades Agency, a PR and social media agency that helps high-level businesses and personal brands become known as credible experts in their industry. Dive right in to learn the Ace of Spades to personal branding.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 02:40] Opening Segment  Jay shares his background  Starting his career in magic and showmanship  How his career journey led to skills in marketing and promotion  Deciding to help other experts to get people to know them [02:50 - 07:17] The Ace of Spades of Personal Branding Jay talks about the evolution of personal branding from when he started to now The concept of personal branding didn’t exist yet The realization that people buy people, not products  How to audit yourself to see where you can bring value and stand out  It all starts from mindset - “who told you that?”  Your own voice and what you tell yourself is limiting your value  You deserve to tell your story  It comes down to marketing yourself well A quick word from our sponsor [07:18 - 10:19] Jay Jay on Building Your Network  Who you know or what you know?  It’s who knows you - who can you call that would pick up?  It comes down to gaining trust  How to build trust and get the right resources Ace of Spades Agency [10:20 - 17:54] Closing Segment   ThE RaNDoM RouNd  Want to connect with Jay? You can find him on LinkedIn and Instagram. Check out https://aceofspadesagency.com/ to be seen, be known, and be everywhere. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “Marketing is more important than talent, marketing is more important than skills… ” - Jay Jay “Personal branding, selling you and not the product, has been super powerful… Humans buy from humans.” - Jay Jay Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathon Kendall realized early on that all the skills in the world mean nothing if they’re not providing value to people. Today, Jonathon is a copywriting, funnel building, course creation, and capital raising, specialist. His crowdfunding systems have recently raised over $110,000,000 for startups & iconic brands like RadioShack and Pier1 Imports. His outsourcing company, Virtual Worker Now manages 300+ employees for North American entrepreneurs.  Dive in if you want to find out how to monetize your skills by adding world-class value.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:49] Opening Segment  Jonathon shares his background  Growing up ambitious and active  Jonathon’s experience in competitive events  Learning to organize people into one mission [04:50 - 24:25] Monetize Your Skills by Adding World-Class Value How Jonathon made his skills into money  Turning the creative skills into marketing  Your skills have to provide value to get paid for them Jonathon’s first venture into entrepreneurial success and failure  Transitioning from artistry to copywriting Taking off after a big assignment to ghostwrite a book  Utilizing the 4 Hour Work Week Strategy Jonathon talks about how he started landing bigger named clients Thinking long-term in terms of networking  Understand the need and just solve it in advance How to be strategic about your networking  Don’t put all your eggs in one basket  Take a lot of swings Differentiate hard skills from soft skills The importance of time blocking  A quick word from our sponsor [24:26 - 36:59] Keeping Up with Scale While Managing Many Projects Jonathon shares about his current work and future projects Building out models that provide value while supporting scale When to create something around your skills vs. hiring out weaknesses Optimize for the right KPI and get obsessed with increasing that KPI  At the end of the day, the important thing for your client is revenue  Give proof of work not fancy work Who you know or what you know? Get to the who by providing a high-level what  [37:00 - 33:21] Closing Segment   ThE RaNDoM RouNd  Want to connect with Jonathon? You can find him on LinkedIn and Instagram. Get your brand or business to that world-class level by checking out https://virtualworkernow.com/.  Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “Your passion matters but only in so far as much as for other people to pay you for it.” - Jonathon Kenall “Take a lot of swings. You’re not going to hit a home run every time.” - Jonathon Kendall “Money is an exchange of value. If you want to have more money, and more freedom, and more resources, and more status, and more esteem; there’s no shortcut.” - Jonathon Kendall Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you want the best results for your brand or business? Of course you do, and David Novak is about to reveal how to get it right every time. David is the Founder and CEO of David Novak Leadership, the parent organization to five nonprofits dedicated to developing leaders. On top of being a critically-acclaimed, best-selling author, he is also the host of the top-ranked business podcast, How Leaders Lead. In this episode, we hear from his renowned expertise on how he’s led several organizations to success and the secret sauce that drove it all. Dive in to learn how real leaders lead and the life-changing effects of taking charge of you.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 08:12] Opening Segment  David shares his background  Growing up traveling in a trailer  David’s early childhood experience Chasing the American dream going into adulthood David’s thoughts around college [08:13 - 18:44] People Capabilities: How Leaders Lead David talks about his transition from college into the workforce  Starting in marketing copywriting and advertising Moving through the ranks at PepsiCo  David reveals what he focused on as a CEO  Creating a work environment where everyone counts The formula for success - starts with people  How “People Capabilities” ties into making money  The secret to winning every time The importance of “Day One”  How “Take Charge of You” helps you reframe a negative David dives into the importance of How Leader Lead authenticity  How Leader Lead A quick word from our sponsor [18:45 - 26:24] Take Charge of You How to handle bad days as a leader  Try to avoid the bad days by starting the night before  Get yourself in the best frame of mind and body first How to take charge of you  Give yourself time to develop your awareness  Understand the growth you need to get the results you want  The essence of self-coaching How David rates networking in terms of value  What you know opens doors, who you know blows the doors open  The best networkers are the best learners  [26:25 - 33:17] Closing Segment   David’s experience and insights on writing books Want to connect with David? You can find him on Twitter and LinkedIn. Don’t settle for anything less than becoming the world’s most successful leader by going over to https://davidnovakleadership.com/.  Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes:  “You’re only one good friend away from happiness.” - David Novak  “You don’t get anything done unless you got people doing it. So if you create the right work environment where people can do their best, that’s where you’re going to get the best results.” - David Novak “The best networkers are the best learners.” - David Novak  Other Resources Mentioned:  Taking People with You Take Charge of You O Great One Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While we believe in the power of podcasting, it’s no secret that YouTube can be a secret weapon for entrepreneurs and content creators! Chris Zissis has produced billions of views and millions of dollars from YouTube without showing his face. He builds 7-figure passive income YouTube channels for entrepreneurs without needing their time. In this episode, Chris breaks down how you can get on this train by breaking down some of the best practices from his proof of work. Jump right in and start building a 7-figure passive income without ever needing to show your face.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 04:44] Opening Segment Chris shares his background and the start of his content creation His overall goal was to entertain people but also get some money from itThe early struggles of starting a new channel The commitment you need to push through the slow period and hit success[04:45 - 25:09] Building a 7 Figure YouTube Channel without Showing Your FaceChris talks about the process of self-auditing Pay attention to current trends in the marketDo your due diligence around doing good research Chris’ moment of realizing he had proof of work Seeing 50,000 views on one video then growing How to build off of your original viralityHow Chris set himself apart from other content creators in his niche The value of trend hopping and moving your audience How to build your content the right way Example from Mr. Beast’s blueprint Make sure your content is clear to understandKeep it fast-paced and entertaining How to grow those numbersThe minimum metrics are 40 to 50% watch time and 10% click rate The higher your metrics, the better chances with the algorithm you getWhat people tend to respond to How to make your thumbnails readable and attention-grabbing A quick word from our sponsor[25:10 - 36:23] How Networking Builds Your YouTube AudienceBonus recommendations and advice for creating thumbnails The power of leveraging celebrity Increasing your credibility and audience Who you know or what you know?How to add value to creators who have a bigger audience than you High-ticket people are usually looking to solve a problem Use your best skill to offer value and achieve their goal Utilize your niche in a way that can give indirect monetary gain What success looks like for YouTube and how to reframe your view on it You can monetize in so many ways other than ad sense Ask yourself if you’re creating value for people If you enjoy your content and the process then you are succeeding[36:24 - 40:10] Closing Segment  ThE RaNDoM RouNd Want to connect with Chris? Check him out on LinkedIn and Instagram. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Tweetable Quotes: “Videos don’t need to be expensive, high-level production value. They just need to be in a position where people can understand it clearly… Everything in our world moves so quickly.” - Chris Zissis“It really just boils down to create good value, good quality content, make it enjoyable too…” - Chris Zissis“The goal is the process… Once you fall in love with that process, then the money will come.” - Chris ZissisAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

By now, hopefully, we know that relationships are the number one way to build yourself up, but too few understand the strategy that leads to long-term opportunities. That’s where Ungenita Prevost comes in.Ungenita is a former Hollywood body double, and music video dancer turned Award Winning Feminine Leadership Expert. She is living proof that circumstances don’t define your outcomes. Even having been put into foster care as a child, she is now the first woman to lead a Global Feminine Leadership Network. She is also the author & creator of the number one business networking event for women Networking IN STILETTOS and host of the podcast BILLION DOLLAR ROLODEX.Make sure to tune in and find out how Ungenits went from facing trauma to building a billion-dollar Rolodex. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:00] Opening Segment Ungenita shares her background dealing with trauma and learning to build relationships Her inspiration to do something with her life Avoiding the cynicism that can come from victimhood [05:01 - 22:17] From Foster Child to Building a Billion Dollar RolodexUngenita talks about the first step into something bigger than herselfGetting her first job - monetizing her network Expanding from office work to landing real estate deals How Ungenita got into HollywoodEvery job was landed through Networking Ungenita’s approach to Networking How just making people feel good can go a long wayHow Networking IN STILLETOS helps women across the countryTeaching women how to monetize their networks How it led to becoming the host of The Billion Dollar RolodexTeaching the principles of feminine Networking Networking and sales should be led by connection, not by productA quick word from our sponsor[22:18 - 32:21] Networking as a Long-Term Strategy Ungenita’s advice to people who are feeling the pressure of needing to make salesNetworking is a long term strategy You can’t put an expiration date on people Balancing your existing network with building new ones You need to have a good framework without expectations “Sophisticated Opportunista” Who you know or what you know?How Ungenita is investing in the next generation of people [32:22 - 39:31] Closing Segment  ThE RaNDoM RouNd Want to connect with Ungenita? You can follow her on LinkedIn and Twitter. Follow the world’s leading global female leadership network at https://femmeglobal500.com/. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Tweetable Quotes: “ll those [Hollywood] jobs I landed because I built relationships… Every single opportunity was Networking.”- Ungenita Prevost“wanted to show women, what I call, the principles of feminine Networking. It’s about being a woman, standing in your power; and you don’t have to look, act, talk like a man to do business.”- Ungenita Prevost “You have to look at Networking as a long-term strategy, and you can’t put expiration dates on people. It’s important to continue to build the network long-term.” - Ungenita PrevostAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There is something that is killing businesses left and right, and in the episode, you’re we’re going to define it and apply a better model with Dan Kuschell. Dan is a serial entrepreneur and angel investor. He helps founders and CEOs connect the dots, see blind spots, and get unstuck. With over 25 years of business experience, he's started 11+ companies, coached over 5,000 founders and CEOs into success. He’s become the ‘Secret Weapon’ for clients like Joe Polish, the founder of ESPN, Janet Attwood, Daniel Marcos, Mike Agugliaro, and many more.Dive into the episode to learn how to grow your business by discovering your blind spots and getting clarity and what freedom means for you! Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 08:13] Opening Segment Dan shares his background His experience growing up “feast or famine”Learning that success requires a PMA (positive mental attitude)The positive link between sports and businessHow Dan got injured during a game and lost his sports career[08:14 - 23:55] Find Your Blind Spots - Define Your FreedomDan talks about starting his first businessLeaving high school to start his business How Dan started a direct response marketing business How Dan pitched his deals to potential clients Teaching people how to market on top of running their marketing Dan’s first experience with bankruptcy and what he learned from it Figuring out that you have a blind spot Practicing gratitude and journaling to develop yourself Pivoting into something that is your strength Getting clarity on yourself What do you want, who are you, what do you stand for? Define what freedom is for you then go build it [23:56 - 38:44] Why Businesses Today are Failing and How to Fix itDan talks about turning his life around and building something up again Becoming a strategic growth partner for CEOsWhere most businesses are messing up and missing blind spots70% of businesses don’t make it 10 years Why you need to focus on your clients over your service/product Get out of your head and heart and put it into a blueprint Be different and be betterA quick word from our sponsorDan explains the four parts of your MO Your unique marketYour unique messageYour unique methodYour unique offer [38:45- 44:49] Closing Segment  Who you know or what you know? Final advice from Dan on moving to a buyer’s modelThe CEO ChecklistBusiness Growth BlueprintWant to connect with Dan? You can follow him on LinkedIn. Transform your message and model while finding your blindspots over on activate.breakthrough3x.com. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes: “You can not help people the way you want to help them unless you get clarity on what YOU want.” - Dan Kuschell“It’s refreshing when you build your own freedom and define what that freedom is.” - Dan Kuschell“If you ever want to get free, we got to get you to move “it” from your head and your heart to a blueprint for others to get on the same page.” - Dan KuschellAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s time to accelerate your tech ideas with Jared Yellin, the Co-Founder of 10X Incubator, alongside Grant Cardone. Jared is, what you’d call, a “non-technical tech founder” who found a way to scale his original company from ZERO dollars invested to over 40,000 paying users from around the world. This “moonshot” has been heard far and wide, and some of the most influential people in the tech industry are eager to get in on the action. In the episode, Jared reveals how he leveraged relationships to scale without investing a single dollar, the opportunities Incubator provides tech entrepreneurs, and the crazy actions he took to land key partnerships like Grant Cardone.You have to tune into this one. Dive in to learn Jared’s genius strategy behind building, scaling, and selling 10,000 companies in 10 years. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 02:44] Opening Segment Jared shares about what it takes to become an entrepreneurBe naive enough to think you can, be built to endure pain[02:45 - 15:47] Build, Scale, and Sell 10,000 Tech Companies in 10 YearsThe reason behind the 10x Incubator’s startThe story behind Jared’s first company“I’m going to make the technology industry safe!” How the right relationship led to successCreating the next “Moonshot” The concept behind Incubator The type of equity deals Jared’s company tends to focus onThe typical deal range You have one shot to pitch the idea No negotiations, only partnershipsA quick word from our sponsor[15:48 - 26:40] How Maniac Action Attracted a Partnerships Like Grant CardoneJared talks about the usual companies that partner with IncubatorMostly in the software, Saas, marketplace, and social spaceHow the company is tailoring to niche needs Jared shares how he got Grant Cardone to partner with the companyDeclare a moonshot right off the batTake maniac actionTalk about what you’re doing a lotLeveraging relationships will always outclass paying for ads Relationship capital is the path to least resistant How to market without marketing - scaling without ads[27:31 - 27:54] Closing Segment  Want to connect with Jared? You can follow him on LinkedIn. Be part of the bold few who step out and co-found their tech company with Jared and Grant Cardone over on https://www.pitch10x.com/. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Tweetable Quotes: “There are two things you need to truly tap into being an entrepreneur. One: you have to be naive enough to think you can, and two: you have to build to endure pain.” - Jared Yellin“I just focus on building relationships, building win-win outcomes; helping people get what they want faster and in the process, I get what I want faster as well.” - Jared Yellin“There is someone with access to the keys to the kingdom that you want to get access to… If you understand what matters to them, and you can build yourself into what matters to them - it is radical acceleration.” - Jared YellinAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s our responsibility to go from life happening to us to life happening because of us. Get ready for a massive mindset shift with Nick Santonastasso! Nick is constantly defying the odds. Despite being born with no legs and one arm, he is a bestselling author, world-renowned keynote speaker, and a professional bodybuilder. He attributes his success to finding a strong “why” and inspiring others through his story. Nick also coaches professionals and sports teams as well as Fortune 500 companies.Are you willing to change and break the cycle of being average? Then it’s time to dive in and learn how to unlock your superhuman you! Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 04:10] Opening Segment Nick shares a bit about his story and backgroundDefying the oddsWhy Nick decided not to give up Forced to learn how to solve his own problemsEveryone has a superhuman self How upbringing and environment define your character[04:11 - 20:24] Emotional Fitness: How to Go from Victim to VictorWhy people tend to limit themselves It all starts from your thinkingIt starts from how you’re conditionedLearn how to struggle and create opportunitiesHow to break out of the cycle of being averageYou need to be willing to want moreYour emotional home: where you go to feelYou gravitate to the emotion you’re addicted to How to change your inputs to get different outputsThe questions you ask determine your quality of lifeYour inner circle and relationships need to upgradeYour duty is to break the generational curses and limiting beliefsRealize you need to take radical responsibility“The Law of Cause and Effect” - stop playing the victim; you are your causeGo from cause and effect to causing and effect - from victim to victorLife should happen because of you, not to youYou are accountable for your own emotions[20:25 - 27:30] How to Train Your Emotional FitnessHow to control thoughts and emotionsIt starts with awareness - understand how you feel and why Your mental state affects your physical state:- Your physiology - Your focus- Your language Your beliefs will always search for confirmationNick talks about his new challenge5-day free challengeGet all the tools that led Nick to success despite his obstaclesMaster your psychology and build a road map for yourself Click the link in my IG bioA quick word from our sponsor[27:31 - 29:24] Closing Segment  Nick’s last words of adviceKnowledge is power, but the real power is implementationAct on the things you learned from this podcastHow to connect with NickLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “While we’re here, I believe every human being has a superhuman self in them. They have more to give, more to feel, more to experience, more to serve.” - Nick Santonastasso“The quality of life comes down to the questions we ask. Most people are asking sh*tty questions… One of the golden questions that I ask, daily, is what did I learn from this?”  - Nick Santonastasso“Victims don’t win long term… If you can go from, ‘Cause and Effect,’ to causing an effect, that’s shifting from victim to victor!” - Nick SantonastassoResources Mentioned: Victim to VictorWant to connect with Nick? You can follow her on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Visit https://www.newsuperhumanyou.com/vip and find unstoppable results in your relationships, health, and wealth. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tired of trading your time for dollars? Tired of feeling like your business is limited only by the amount of capital you have access to? Amy was once in your shoes. Amy Mahjoory left corporate America after 14 years to pursue real estate investing full time. And it was her ability to raise unlimited private money that unlocked her ultimate success! In this episode, Amy will take us through raising private money by building and maintaining relationships and help build the confidence we need to leave the 9 to 5 and job into wealth creation! This is one you don’t want to miss! Jump in and learn how to use networking to raise money and quit your job.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 03:33] Opening Segment Amy shares a bit about her backgroundHow she went from a shy little girl to a keynote speaker todayAmy’s experience jumping out of the 9 to 5 life [03:34 - 12:24] How to Use Networking to Raise Money and Quit Your JobAmy talks about the key lessons she learned from her coaching phaseBe selective with who you surround yourself with Learning to raise money expedited the processAmy shares her top networking strategiesGo to the events with people you want to spend time with Understand how to help people around you Everyone entrepreneur needs to build a team and raise money How Amy broke out of her shell and became someone who asks big questionsFalling in love with flipping houses - passion makes it easy Practical tips on how to network at events Work with people you like! Be confident in who you are and what you want“The 4-second power pitch” You don’t have to connect with everyone who comes your way Keeping in touch with your connections Keep a good attitude - everybody is a potential lenderSet up a good nurture and follow-up systemIt shouldn’t feel like work if you like them [12:25 - 17:58] Your Self-Worth is Your Network is Your Net WorthWho you know or what you know? Proximity is powerHow you nurture your relationships is importantYour self-worth is your network is your net worth How to find what value you can bringYou always have something of value you can offerHow Amy helps people overcome fear and objections to raising moneyA mindset shift is everythingYou are not asking for something; you are offering somethingHave scripts Ask yourself why you’re doing what you’re doing A quick word from our sponsor[17:59 - 26:16] Closing Segment  RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with AmyLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “Learning how to raise money really helped me expedite my retirement from DELL and allow me to pursue real estate full-time in just one year.” - Amy Mahjoory“Every entrepreneur and business owner has had to build a team and raise capital.” - Amy Mahjoory“Proximity is power and who you know will play a role in how quickly you can find success and see results.” - Amy MahjooryResources Mentioned: Good to GreatWant to connect with Amy? You can follow her on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Get ready to grow and scale your business over on https://amymahjoory.com/. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Before you go out and rewrite the game in any area, you need to understand “The Playbook” inside and out! Michael Schill, mentored by Grant Cardone, is a 21st-century entrepreneur who has managed to marry skill sets in business, music, fashion, and professional sports into a one-stop tour de force brand name. In this episode, he discusses the importance of having a strong foundation before doing your own thing, and the importance of setting goals and targets. He also shares his tips for consuming new information. If you’re ready to shake up your mindset, dive in and learn what Michael has to say about building a strong foundation to make Grant Cardone level success!Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 02:52] Opening Segment Michael shares a bit about his background in football and sportsGrowing up with an athletic family Michael’s professionally athletic experience Taking a sports approach into the day to day[02:53 - 10:49] Grant Cardone Mentee on Putting Foundation Before FlairHow Michael navigated losing his sports career due to an injuryThe challenge of attaching your identity to one thing and having it taken You need a network outside of sports to navigate the landscape when it’s overMichael shares his experience working with Grant Cardone and going into sales Get around people who have the billion-dollar mark in mindThe first day in sales, how to get ready Education and execution are two different things Training daily is the best way to get good at somethingCultural expectations vs. bringing your own flairYou need to have a strong foundation no matter what you doFollow the “Playbook” at first When you can make predictions you can implement your own expressionA quick word from our sponsor[10:52 - 15:19] Building Relationships in the Sales ProcessBuilding authentic relationships without letting the need for sale get in the wayThe types of conversations: transactional vs. transformative Make it all about them and their pain points Get deep and ask good questionsWho you know or what you knowWho you know allows you to go in and gain more info Both are required for growth The next level for Michael Building the number one brand development agency “I don’t know what I’m doing, but I’m DOING”Full Circle Agency - up and coming[15:20 - 19:50] Closing Segment  RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with MichaelLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “In order to get the next level of my life, I had to be able to effectively communicate, understand how to negotiate, understand how to close, and draft behind like-minded individuals who have seen the billion-dollar mark.” - Michael Schill“It’s impossible to not get good if you’re training every single day!” - Michael Schill“Whether we’re talking about sales, whether we’re talking about business, or we’re talking about sports; you need to have a strong foundation.” - Michael SchillWant to connect with Michael? You can follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s not too late, there are still massive opportunities to innovate in the digital market! Anne-Marie O’Neill believes we are still in an era of unforeseen saturation in digital marketing. Anne-Marie is the Chief Executive Officer of Whalerock, an LA-based media company that produces content for TV and digital and advises other brands on media strategy, creative development, and production. She has helped create and operate media brands in partnership with the world’s most impactful companies, celebrities, and networks. The company’s studio division has produced TV shows for Netflix, HBO Max, and Discovery!  There is still history to be made in the digital space, so dive in, and let’s learn how we can get on the right side of it.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 03:15] Opening Segment Anne-Marie talks about her background and what makes her tickAnne-Marie’s exposure to arts and entertainment at an early ageHer venture into Journalism Anne-Marie’s upbringing and parental support [03:16 - 10:51] There is History Still to Be Made in the Digital SpaceAnne-Marie talks about her first steps into the world of JournalismThe educational processLessons from the early days of JournalismHow having experience in Journalism has helped Anne-Marie in her businessEveryone can read a keynote, not everyone can read a room Navigating the shift from paper to digital mediaSuccess came down to nailing distribution and contentWe are in an era of unforeseen saturation Current issues digital marketers are facingInfluence and endorsement is everything A quick word from our sponsor[10:52 - 16:19] Pursuing Trends vs. Setting TrendsThe shift of power in the influencer marketing spaceEngagement is just as important as following It’s getting harder and harder to get in Anne-Marie gives advice around jumping into new opportunities in the marketIt’s ok to miss the trend to see if it sticks around“Let’s not be first, let’s be best” Pursuing trends vs. setting them Stake a claim on a certain area of growth Mistakes can still be made by jumping in too soonWho you know or what you know?It has to be a combination [16:20 - 19:50] Closing Segment  RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with Anne-MarieLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “Having a Journalism background is an incredible tool for business management and for people management… Being able to communicate, storytelling, being curious; all of those qualities that are important in Journalism are also vastly underrated in business.” - Anne-Marie O’Neill“We are in an era, right now, of unforeseen saturation of media. I question what is the limit of, not only how much we can put out there, but how much can a single human consume?” - Anne-Marie O’Neill“It was the actual philosophy of the editors of [Time Magazine] to not be first, to be followers… At that point in time, it was, ‘Let’s not be first, let’s be the best.’” - Anne-Marie O’NeillWant to connect with Anne-Marie? You can find her active on LinkedIn. For digital business strategies proven by the biggest names in entertainment, check out https://www.whalerockindustries.com/. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why should people care about what you do or what you have to offer? Omar Hamdi has unlocked the secret of helping businesses work out the emotions of their consumers through the concept of pathos!Omar is CEO of Pathos Communications, the only 100% pay-on-results PR agency in the world. He has over a decade’s experience across media genres and functions as a TV host, writer, producer, and consultant and has also produced and sold shows globally, including to Europe, China, and Amazon Prime. If you want to communicate effectively, it’s time to dive in and learn the power of pathos! Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 04:04] Opening Segment Omar talks about his background and what makes him tickNever a clear vision, but always an impulse to do something different“I have a natural discomfort with a regular pedestrian life” [04:05 - 13:36] Communicate Effectively by Using Pathos What made Omar choose his entrepreneurial path Finding out what you’re good at A gift for communication The start of Omar’s business Starting out as “the media guy” Giving advice to a network turned into a consultation From working with friends to working with strangers Omar talks about how to communicate effectively Pathos = convincing through emotion Why should people care about your business? Always ask the right questions How Omar filters out ideal clients Taking the client’s passion and fashioning it into something“Would I read ‘this?’”A quick word from our sponsor[13:37 - 21:21] Omar on Building Your NetworkWhere people are making mistakes in marketingYou need to get out of your own bubbleHolding onto your interest too tightYou need to allow outside/impartial influence Who you know or what you know? “I would choose to be the average guy, who knows everybody” You still need to hold both in balance How to guide an organization around their flaws without hurting them“It’s not about me” - both parties want results [21:22 - 28:39] Closing Segment  RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with OmarLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “I think we all owe it to ourselves to work out what we’re best at.” - Omar Hamdi“A lot of organizations are afraid to ask their clients, why should anyone care? And if you’ve worked out the emotion you should work out why people should care.” - Omar Hamdi“If I had to choose to be a very intelligent person who knows nobody or a very mediocre who knows everybody, I would choose to be the average guy who knows everyone.” - Omar HamdiWant to connect with Omar and his team? You can find Pathos on LinkedIn. If you’re interested in pay-on-results only Public Relations, visit https://payonresultspr.com/ and get Pathos on your side.Want to start living a happier life today? As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at  https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork. Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health!Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Strip away the title, the job, the money; who are you? Who do you want to be? Having said goodbye to his passion for football, Alex knows a thing or two about change, culture, influence, and how to navigate the pitfall of having your identity intertwined with your platform and ability. Alex Molden is a former professional athlete (8-year NFL career) turned Leadership Speaker, Coach, and Podcast host of the show “The Shark Effect.” After playing 8-years with the Saints, Chargers, and Lions battling some of the best athletes on EARTH, he retired from the game and fought his hardest battle, transition. Dive into this episode and let’s explore this former NFL athlete's success in navigating life’s biggest transitions. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 03:35] Opening Segment Alex talks about the unique way he learned to play footballLearning to play using the encyclopedia The value of learning things at the fundamental levelHow Alex’s parents set him up for success by making him “earn it” [03:36 - 12:35] Why You Need to Master FundamentalsAlex talks about how he disciplined himself to learn fundamentalsPassion leads to a desire for long term successFiguring out why you did or didn’t get success You need to put the ego away and take criticism The importance of being a certain character to achieve your goalsEverything has a formula, you need to know what equation you play in itFinding the balance between finding or picking your passionFigure out what you love without pigeon-holing yourselfTry out as many things as possible, especially while you’re young How to adjust in the middle of chaos Don’t worry about the score, be in the moment Practice until what you do becomes who you are Do the right thing even when no one is watchingA quick word from our sponsor[12:36 - 21:54] Navigating Life’s Biggest Transitions How to stay true to yourself even in transition Alex talks about the importance of finding your purpose Know your assignment, alignment, and adjust Prioritizing faith and family over careerAlex talks about finding his purpose of serving others Who you know, or what you know? Both the who and the what are influencersRelationships are the building blocks to great opportunitiesOn networking - “I’ll meet everybody at least one time” [21:55 - 27:09] Closing Segment  RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with AlexLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “Some of the best games I ever played in was when I didn’t worry about the score… When you practice something and you become really good at it, it becomes who you are.” - Alex Molden“Know your assignment, know your alignment, and then make adjustments.” - Alex Molden“Each one of us has something in us that’s inspiring… What have you overcome? That’s inspiring.” - Alex MoldenResources Mentioned: The Shark Effect PodcastThe Ultimate Playbook for High Achievement Want to connect with Alex? You can follow him on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Learn the secrets of success during times of transition at https://alexmoldenspeaks.com/. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you’re not leveraging influencers to promote your brand, you may be missing out on one of the number one ways to build a following! Justin Kline is the Founder and President of Markerly, a pioneer of influencer marketing. Justin has led the company’s growth, guiding strategic direction, product development, and developing Markerly’s platform and media practice. During Markerly’s ascension, he has spearheaded award-winning campaigns for Fortune 500 brands, Non-Profits, and Government organizations. In this episode, we learn about Justin and his unique and holistic approach to influencer marketing. Tune in if you want to learn the RIGHT way to do influencer marketing, how to avoid typical pitfalls, and how Markerly can help you do it all! Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:36] Opening Segment  Justin talks about the generational shift in influencer marketing How Justin first started tackling this market  Translating blog technology into influencer marketing  [04:37 - 15:23] The RIGHT Way to Do Influencer Marketing Justin shares his insights on the change in how companies approach influencers It boils down to working with the right people  Enable a level of creative flexibility and control  The vetting process of finding the right influencer  Know when to use photo, video, or PR campaigns Avoiding missteps when you get into this strategy  Being disingenuous will be your downfall  How Markerly helps companies find a good fit How they think through the creative process for clients  Creating a long term strategy to beat the competition Why niching down is important for influencer marketing  You need to align the views and personality of the brand  It promotes authenticity Price control and cost for engagement  A quick word from our sponsor [15:24 - 19:26] Justin Kline on Building Your Network Justin gives advice around measuring the success of a campaign It depends on what the brand wants to accomplish Play the long game - look at the content value of influencers Who you know or what you know?  You need both in tandem  You tend to gain to a network as you have more value to give [19:27 - 27:09] Closing Segment   RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Justin Links below  Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “[Influencer Marketing] boils down to just working with the right people… making sure that it’s a good match. You’re basically hiring people to be spokespeople for your brand.” - Justin Kline Resources Mentioned:  Evergreen The War of Art Getting Things Done   Want to connect with Justin? You can follow him on LinkedIn and Twitter. Build a greater sphere of influence and connection with your audience on https://markerly.com/.   Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Collin Mitchell does it all! He's a 4-time founder, father of 4, and host of the "Sales Transformation" podcast. Collin and his wife started their first company at age 25 and grew it to $5M ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue) in 26 months! Not bad for someone who grew up poor, surviving on food stamps and government cheese, no? In this episode, you're going to see how investing in yourself, establishing positive habits, and building relationships through podcasting are the missing link between you and your success!Jump right in and discover why podcasting is a secret weapon to building your business.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 06:26] Opening Segment A little intro to Collin MitchellCollin gives us a bit of his background Growing up with a rough childhood Thinking high education wasn't even an option How Collin's first sales job turned his life around "Just out-work your competition" [06:28 - 19:02] Going from $5M in Annual Revenue to Building a PodcastHow Collin built his career and entered entrepreneurshipA desire to acquire new skills Learning on the job A strength for leading by exampleThe decision to go out on do it on his own How Collin built $5M in ARR and moved into other businesses Transitioning to the online space Getting inspired by LinkedIn content How Collin got turned on to the idea of podcastingCollin's start into podcasting The process of creating and releasing contentFailing to gain an audienceThe value of creating a process and new habitsPivoting to generate success from his podcastUsing the podcast to build relationshipsHelping people create podcasts for their business2.7M podcasts, less than half still release episodes because of poor strategy[19:03 - 32:24] Why a Podcast is a Secret Weapon to Building Your BusinessCollin talks about the reasons behind starting a podcastIt serves so many purposes surrounding relationshipsThe value of creating contentFinding your voiceHow everything you learn from an interview carries over to businessThere are tons of ways to make money podcasting The value of paid guestingA quick word from our sponsorWhy you should pay to get in front of other people's audiencesPodcast audiences are one of the most loyal and responsive[32:25 - 34:54] Closing Segment  Who you know or what you know? What you know is important but not as much as the who You need the right people to implement what you know How to connect with CollinLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: "If you do anything that has any sort of emphasis on building relationships for your business to drive revenue, a podcast platform works beautifully if it's done right." - Collin Mitchell"Every podcast host that I talk to, one of the things they value most is what they get to learn from the desk… You get access to these people, and then you can ask them any question you want!" - Collin Mitchell Resources Mentioned: Sales Transformation podcast Want to connect with Collin? You can follow him on Twitter and LinkedIn. Visit https://www.salescast.co for a "revenue-first" podcast network that generates unlimited demand! Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Steven Dimmitt is living proof that when you live life chasing your own curiosity, the output can lead to opportunities you never knew existed. Steven is a rock climber, podcaster, and entrepreneur.He left his engineering job to move into a van full-time, and pursue personal goals in his passion of rock climbing. For the past year, he has been building The Nugget Climbing Podcast where he interviews world-class climbers to tease out the habits and routines that got them where they are today. The podcast has already hit 500k downloads in the first 18 months. Dive in and let’s explore how successful entrepreneurs are the ones who scratch their own itch!Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:28] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Steven DimmittSteven gives a bit of his background Thinking life is about choosing the “least bad option” Fell into the path of engineering Breaking out of the self-limitsGoing into entrepreneurship - “what is an itch I want to scratch?”[05:29 - 20:01] Successful Entrepreneurs Scratch Their Own ItchSteven talks about his first lessons as an entrepreneurThe mistake of trying to create something you’re not interested in The start of Steven’s blog Building credibility with the podcast Starting a podcast without generalizing the content Rising above the competition by niching down Incorporating your interests and digging deeper Scratching your own itch Always curious and asking questionsThe networking opportunity that comes from good interviews Becoming financially stable from the content aloneHow Steven makes his content unique through authentic curiosity Extract the most interesting things from each person A quick word from our sponsor[20:02 - 26:50] Steven Dimmitt on Building Your Network How Steven breaks out of his shell to connect with other people Breaking down introversion vs. extroversion Get uncomfortable at least once a week Who you know or what you knowNetwork over knowledge Make other people as interesting as possible Some amount of imposter syndrome can be healthy [26:51 - 35:33] Closing Segment  ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with StevenLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “If you change your inputs, you are capable of achieving different outputs.” - Steven Dimmitt“I think people can really feel curiosity. I don’t force my guests to talk about specific things, I just want to really try to extract what’s most interesting about that specific person.” - Steven Dimmitt“Everyone is interesting if you ask them the right questions.” - Steven DimmittResources Mentioned: The Nugget Climbing PodcastThe Four Hour BodyThe Four Hour WorkweekTools of Titans Want to connect with Steven? You can follow him on Instagram. Show some love and head on over to https://thenuggetclimbing.com/ and get connected to the community. Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We got a spicy one here today folks! What do artists like Niel Young, Brené Brown, and Joni Mitchell have in common? They’re all threatening to leave the Spotify platform if Joe Rogan isn’t “dealt with!” I hate to break it to people but trying to censor someone may actually have the opposite effect and, in fact, grow their audience. So where do you land on the debate? We’re going to break down our initial reactions and how people (including Spotify’s CEO) are responding. Tune in to the episode and find out why trying to cancel Joe Rogan is growing his audience and where we land on the censorship debate. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 03:15] Opening Segment  Welcome to Freestyle Friday  Major artists threatening to pull themselves out of Spotify  The basis: Dealing with Joe Rogan Our initial reaction - it makes us want to listen even more  Joe Rogan’s response to the criticism  Podcasting threatens people who are used to being in control  [03:16 - 08:08] Cencorship in Podcasting The importance of free speech in the podcasting space  Censorship doesn’t help anyone Trying to censor actually has the opposite effect Making people realize that this person has something to say Not understanding what people are even asking for  Joe can always just upload content somewhere else Daniel Ek’s response My job is to give people a platform to voice their opinions People who judge harshly haven’t even listened to the full content In reality, Joe Rogan brings people with all different views on his show A quick word from our sponsor [08:09 - 15:01] Closing Segment  Who gets to choose what truth is?  We should be able to decide for ourselves who we listen to  Niel Young’s response and the possible publicity play Brene Brown’s shocking response  The danger of losing our freedom of speech little by little How to connect with us  Links below  Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “Anybody who wants to share something should be allowed to share it and you can judge it on your own.” - Eric Skwarczynski “I’m just such a proponent of free speech and it’s one of the founding principles of this country which is what makes us awesome… Words are powerful and speech is powerful.” - Travis Chappell   Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine going from having $47 in your pocket to flying first class around the world by combining software and coaching. This is the story of today's guest, Carla White, CEO of Hiro.FM. Carla is a software pioneer, podcast host, and coach helping entrepreneurs make $100K+ using audio. She is the first woman to ever launch an iPhone app and has been featured on Oprah, NBC, NYTimes, and countless other publications. Like many content creators, she is impacting and influencing the world with audio and helping people get paid for their message! Jump in find out how Carla became the first woman to launch an app. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:02] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Carla White Carla gives a bit of his background  Always had a desire to be on stage  Growing up on a farm  Pushed to get into the military as a kid  Studying abroad in Germany [05:03 - 12:12] Becoming the First Woman to Launch an App Carla talks about the impact studying overseas had on her Learning a new language The power of encouragement Breaking the glass ceiling and pursuing a dream  “Crazy Carla” - just doing things others would consider crazy  Carla talks about regrets  Carla talks about becoming the first woman to launch an app The first leap into entrepreneurship Deciding to create an app despite the pushback  A quick word from our sponsor [17:13 - 21:36] Leveraging the Power of Audio Carla’s thoughts on just jumping into a new idea If there’s curiosity there, just jump in Carla talks about her newest app Hiro.FM Private podcast platform  Geared towards getting your message out quick How Carla got into this platform  Literally saving lives through the power of audio Carla’s advice on leveraging a podcast  Audio is easier for people to consume People learn better during an active state  You may be sitting on premium content How to sign up and use the app  Links below  [21:37 - 24:42] Closing Segment   ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Carla Links below  Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “All these people saying, ‘just don’t…’ What a great decision not to listen to those people!” - Carla White “If it is fun, if it’s interesting to you, if there’s a curiosity there, jump in!” - Carla White “Most people learn better when they’re in an active state… If you’re a podcast host, a content creator, you probably have premium content sitting around on a hard drive that could be making money right now for you.” - Carla White Resources Mentioned:  Hiro.FM   Want to connect with Carla? You can follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Head on over to https://carlawhite.org/ and learn how to start getting paid for your message! Start hiring right now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022. Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit thesis.com/TRAVIS! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk a lot about adding value to others, but Michael Stein learned that, in the process, you need to remember to leverage value for yourself.Michael is an entrepreneur, actor, writer, director, producer, and stand-up comedian who has acted and worked with multiple Academy Award-winning actors, filmmakers, producers, and fortune 500 leaders. He is the Host of the Long Shot Leaders Podcast, which tells the story of underdogs who have found success. Today, we’re going to dive into his story, how he broke into the industry, how he lost it all, and how he got it all back and helps others do the same.Tune in to the episode for inspiration around niching down by choosing your lane, and the opportunities that can come when you know your worth.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 07:29] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Michael SteinMichael gives a bit of his background Son to an entrepreneur Business-minded upbringing Growing up around celebrities Michael’s first venture into businessGoing from stand-up to show business Losing everything and shifting gears to get it back[07:30 - 17:12] Pick a Problem and Choose Your LaneMichael talks about his journey into personal development Some mistakes take repetition to understand How Michael got back up after hitting rock bottomCompared to his dad’s experience Maintaining business momentum by niching down The advantages of early adoption Keep yourself open to the next channelGet into the game with a game solverFiguring out what lane to pick Build out a website and raise moneyStart making one sale at a time [17:13 - 24:55] Michael Stein on Building Your NetworkMichael talks about how networking in retrospectFeeling like your giving something to people The importance of self-worth How insecurity kept Michael from asking for things Let go of grudges Who you know or what you know?The what get’s you in the door to the who How the “who” led to Michael finding his worth through personal developmentProbability will show itself - just make the right decisions[24:56 - 35:46] Closing Segment  “Prime the pump” Knowing when to pivot from something that doesn’t work Have your goals and limits set in advanceWeigh out the pros and consThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with MichaelLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “I got to see all kinds of industries once I put myself out there… Meeting as many people as I could, that really just blew things open for me to start my film career.” - Michael Stein“If you want to start something, the internet is not new, but branding something - you can be in your own lane.” - Michael Stein “Everyone has a chance for this shit. It’s just time, plus effort, plus choices, and consistency. Probability will show itself.” - Michael Stein Resources Mentioned: The Longshot Leaders PodcastRich Dad Poor Dad Want to connect with Michael? You can find him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Check out https://longshotleaders.com/ - ordinary people, finding extraordinary success.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Start hiring right now with $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/network. Offer valid through March 31st, 2022.Check out squarespace.com/travis for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, use code: TRAVIS to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% off your first starter kit when you visit take thesis.com/TRAVIS.If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s a new year and a changing market! That said, it’s time to adjust our advice for people trying to get into the podcast space. Where are the resources to get educated? Should you hire a coach? What’s the best way to grow an audience? All these questions and more will be answered, so get ready for a ton of value today! Dive into this freestyle episode and get your Podcasting 101 tips for 2022. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 01:55] Opening Segment  Introducing the topic for the day - Podcasting for 2022 I talk about what I would do if I started a podcast this year Similar to 2017, hire a coach and get knowledgeable about it Think about exchanging money for time [01:56 - 11:52] Podcasting 101 for 2022 Challenging the thought process that you can just jump in and figure it out How long did it take for you to learn your profession?  People pay for college; why wouldn’t they pay to learn this? Number 2: book yourself on other podcasts Book within 6 months of starting your show Get in front of other podcasting audiences Advice for running ads Get people linked to specific episodes, not just a blog Collect info, so you have data to market to I give examples of what strategy you should employ  Currents stats 51% of the US listen to podcasts Assumptions that you may be making How to get booked Check out our software guiestio.com  Keep an eye on Spotify They’re beginning to dominate the listener base Spotify bought attention and is optimizing their platform Tell your audience to rate the show on whatever platform they use  Predicting ad features for the future  How podcasting helps you get partnerships  Fix your content - it needs to be interesting Don’t keep sinking money into something that doesn’t work  Interviews are an interesting way to build up the content  A quick word from our sponsor [11:53 - 17:03] Closing Segment  Bring on experts that have credibility  Interesting doesn’t have to mean well-known  Bring traffic through recognition Follow the money - lookout for anything new  How to connect with us  Links below  Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “You can learn a lot of things on YouTube, but that doesn't mean that that’s the best way to learn it… Number one: hire coach, get a course.” - Travis Chappell “The number one way to grow your podcast is to get in front of other podcasting audiences.” - Travis Chappell “If you’re content sucks, then nothing is going to work… Fix the holes in the bucket before you try to fill the bucket up.” - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Guestio  Episode with Sam Ellis Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone goes through bad experiences, but today, you’re going to walk away with a new mindset that these are, in fact, opportunities. Carrington Smith is a single mom, attorney, business owner, and executive recruiter. Despite being born into a legacy of wealth, life was not so kind to her. Carrington has survived sexual assault, two divorces, mountains of debt, abuse, religious manipulation, and the loss of close friends. In her bestselling, debut memoir, she combines her intellect with wisdom to share her journey with a positive attitude and a shift of mindset. Today she lives a life filled with joy, opportunity, and purpose.  You need to hear Carrington’s incredible story to learn how to master trauma with mindset by, in her words, “Finding the gifts in the sh*t of life.” Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:04] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Carrington Smtih Carrington gives a bit of her background  Born into a legacy of wealth but never got to see it A toxic family upbringing  Forced into life as a high-achiever  [05:05 - 16:58] How to Find Gifts in the Sh*t of Life Breaking through the lies told by her father Carrington shares how her experiences shaped her writing  The effects that trauma had on her life  Writing became easier than speaking  The impact of being an ordinary person  Finding the strength to heal in a healthy way  Making the choice to shift the mindset Seeing opportunity in adversity How to develop the muscle of mindset  The value of taking notes of what you learn  Re-read your notes every day More than positive affirmations, it’s about challenging yourself Taking actionable steps into your affirmations Where is the opportunity in this?  A quick word from our sponsor [16:59 - 25:07] Mastering Trauma with Mindset Turning your new mindset into reality  Mastering your trauma Give yourself permission to feel the right emotions  The impact of healthy relationships  Who you know or what you know It’s most important to know yourself  You have what it takes inside you to survive How to get the book Links below [25:08 - 30:57] Closing Segment   ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Carrington  Links below  Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “I like to refer to trauma as ‘the monster under the bed.’ We like to say, ‘he’s not there, he’s not there,’ but the reality was the trauma was actually owning me.” - Carrington Smith “Everything in our life is about choices. What I realized is that I don’t want these bad experiences to determine or dictate a negative outcome for me.” - Carrington Smith “Mindset, how you view yourself, determines the outcome. Mindset is, in fact, a muscle.” - Carrington Smith Resources Mentioned:  Blooming: Finding Gifts in the Sh*t of Life   Want to connect with Carrington? You can follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Visit her website https://www.carrington-smith.com/ and start finding more gifts in your life. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Being an expert is hard, and building a successful business is even harder.” To build success it takes systems and to build systems it takes someone with skills like Mike Moll! Mike works with marketers to help increase their value and pricing while decreasing their working hours. He is also the founder of a niche marketing agency, a consulting firm, and the host of the Market Me Podcast. Dive into Mike’s story and learn how understanding and leveraging a specific skill set has helped him build his network and business. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:17] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Mike Moll Mike gives a bit of his background  Always selling even as a kid Mike’s experience going into the job world  Realizing that it was time to get out and find purpose Mike’s first startup in software  Learning how to run Google ads  [06:18 - 12:37] Building Your Business by Understanding Your Skillset Mike shares how to not get run by your business Get rid of the ego  Give your team what they need to succeed then move  Hiring people who are better than you  Be open to the outside people and opinions Get self-aware around what you suck at How Mike networked up  Spending time in spaces that don’t have your skillset Just putting yourself out there Giving your time, energy, and advice as value  A quick word from our sponsor [12:38 - 21:54] Mike Moll on Building Your Network Mike talks about realizing your skillset Try everything at least once  Bucket your tasks then rank them Who you know or what you know?  Who you know is more valuable  What you need to know, you can learn How Mike gives away value  The value of leveraging video in your marketing system  A unique way of getting people’s attention  People open when they see a face  [21:55 - 27:10] Closing Segment   ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Mike Links below  Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “Nothing is forever, we’re only here for a certain amount of time so why spend this time with this drive of anger?” - Mike Moll “Just becoming a resource in the area you’re specialized in for those people is probably the most important; building that network and just giving away time, energy, advice to them.” - Mike Moll Resources Mentioned:  Market Me Podcast Airtable   Want to connect with Mike? You can follow him on Instagram and LinkedIn. Start building proven marketing systems at https://www.mikemoll.co/.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Podcast seasons, yes or no? Depends on what you’re in it for. At the end of the day, the name of the game is “consistency.” In this episode, Eric and I dive deeper into the topic of whether your podcast should have seasons. If you are looking to monetize your podcast, then you should jump into today’s topic to answer this question. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 01:44] Opening Segment  Introducing the topic for the day - Podcast Seasons Background on the topic - a frequently asked question in our community  [01:45 - 07:31] Podcast Seasons - Yes or No Figure out what you’re in it for You need to put out consistent content if you want a following Don’t do it unless podcasting is a side thing for you  Seasons are useful if you’re trying to put out less content Sometimes you might want to take breaks  The average listener will follow 6 to 7 shows You need to push hard to get into a lineup  When we went on a break we lost 40% of downloads  Seasons can work if you put them back to back immediately  Looking at the example of Netflix vs. TV  Netflix wins by dropping entire seasons at once  A quick word from our sponsor [07:32- 11:36] Closing Segment  The competition is fierce  How to maintain your sanity Get a co-host  Make bonus content - ex: mashups, compilations In conclusion: podcasts take massive work, no need for seasons How to connect with us  Links below  Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “Building out of podcast is difficult enough, and if you don’t release content consistently, it’s going to be really difficult to continue to grow the show.” - Travis Chappell   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health by visiting our sponsor at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork As a listener you get 10% off your first month. Start a happier life today at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetwork If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From designing computer chips and retiring early to becoming CEO of a sexual wellness company, Jeff Abraham has possibly one of the most unique stories I’ve ever heard. Jeff is the CEO of the sexual wellness brand Promescent. Over the last 4 years, he's transformed Promescent from a single product brand to a leader in the industry. Backed by over 2000 healthcare professionals in the US alone, with over 1,000,000 bottles sold, Promescent has successfully captured the hearts of a loyal audience. Dive in and learn how Jeff took a brand entirely outside of his expertise and turned it into the most trusted brand in its market.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:18] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Jeff AbrahamJeff gives a bit of his background From designing computer chips to sexual wellnessHow Jeff got into the company and became a CEO at 53 [05:19 - 28:59] How to Build the Most Trusted Brand in Your MarketJeff shares insights about running a company different from his experienceYour brand is never the only option First - match the quality of what is in the market Next - make sure people like and trust you People buy from personality - be likable and entertainingGetting people to like you Make everything you do ethical It’s not success if you get it dishonestly How Jeff brought elegance to the product Show people you’re a cut aboveWhy Jeff changed the name of the organizationHow the product worksSolving a real problem while taking the “shame” out of itJeff’s initial strategy to balance building the product vs. pushing its marketing80/20 rule - 80% building with 20% ad spend Implementing a “no instant gratification” rule Building the foundation of the business Reading the trends of your audience Reaching milestones as a businessAlways outperform the next goal A quick word from our sponsor[29:00 - 43:34] Protecting Your Brand and Building Its Legacy Jeff talks about diversifying your businessYou will sell when people trust you Understand what your audience wants Jeff explains the reasons behind the products they put out The importance of having a formula for your business Why does your company exist? What makes you different? Ex: We will only release a product that we know worksPeople will reach out to you when they know your brand is trusted Jeff shares about the tragedy of the founder of the company Deciding to build a legacy in his stead [43:35 - 48:44] Closing Segment  Jeff talks about the future of Promescent Getting into all Wall-Mart stores Releasing products for easy use Looking to grow and put it in the hands of another companyFinding someone who shares the same vision ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with JeffLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “Very few times in life are you ever going to find yourself in a situation that the product or service that you have is so far superior that you’re the only option out there.” - Jeff Abraham“Don’t get down in the muck; rise above…! You want to establish credibility to get the right people buying the product for the right reasons.” - Jeff Abraham“In any business, you have to have a formula… What is the basis of this company? What really and truly sets us apart?” - Jeff Abraham Want to connect with Jeff? You can follow him on Twitter and LinkedIn. If anything you heard in the episode seems perfect for you, head on over to https://www.promescent.com/ to learn more!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Who are you when the external success is stripped away? Darrin Charles, former NFL athlete turned Actor (speaker/educator), realized it comes down to trusting yourself to develop internal success. Today, Darrin is continuing to entertain and inspire audiences, working on films and other creative projects designed to help people uncover and discover more of who they are and what they truly want out of life. He speaks to athlete’s guiding them through their transition and journey from the game of sports to the game of life. He also helps people envision new dreams and bigger goals – and what it takes to get there. Dive into the episode to learn what can happen when you get comfortable with trusting yourself and developing your internal success. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:01] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Darrin Charles Darrin gives his background  Hiding behind athleticism  Darrin’s family upbringing [04:02 - 14:40] Getting Comfortable with Trusting Yourself Darrin’s entrance to full-time football Getting signed by the Chicago Bears  Realizing that the sports career has to come to a close  Not setting your goal far enough  Darrin talks about making a big transition Feeling secure and trusting yourself Navigating feeling like you’re letting down people  Getting comfortable with trusting yourself Shifting from external success to developing internal strength Going on an adventure of developing the internal person Creating a new network of relationships  Seeing the value of the inner world A quick word from our sponsor [14:41 - 22:16] Darrin Charles on Building Your Network Who you know or what you know?  What you know is a great start Giving your what as value to the who  Who you know is ultimately more important Darrin’s key strategies to network  Find a value or skill to bring to the table One of the best values you can give is kindness Know the “why” behind your networking  Your network is the answer to what you’re looking for How to check your intentions when networking  You won’t know until you understand yourself  Darrin’s work with helping student-athletes  Darrin talks about providing value through his book club [22:17 - 27:26] Closing Segment   Darrin’s advice to his younger self Giving resources to get educated  Push the kindness factor and crack open the door to possibility  ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Darrin Links below  Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “A part of me felt that I had achieved what I set out to achieve… In many ways, I didn’t set my goal far enough.” - Darrin Charles “Any pursuit that is beyond what you’re capable of is really about trust and faith… You learn that even in your failures, it’s setting you up for another success.” - Darrin Charles “Everything you want is within a conversation and everything you want is within your network that already exists.” - Darrin Charles  Resources Mentioned:  Darrin Charles Bookclub YouTube   Want to connect with Darrin? You can follow him on Instagram and LinkedIn. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We hear a lot of the show that “this entrepreneur was featured in Forbes!” Now, I have the distinct experience of being featured in Forbes myself. That said, in this episode, Eric and I will get super practical and talk about the story behind how it happened, how you get to that point, and why you NEED to get into the press if you’re trying to build your brand.  Dive into the conversation and take a look at how I got featured in Forbes. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 01:56] Opening Segment  Introducing the topic for the day - how to get featured in Forbes I give a bit of background on the story of how it happened for me [01:57 - 07:33] How I Got Featured in Forbes Who gets featured in Forbes The first way to get in: You need to have a unique story  Put yourself in the shoes of the reporter  The second way, the way I got into the article: Connecting with the author on an interview  You need to build genuine relationships  The third way to get featured: Spend some money - PR firm  Keep in mind that press won’t bring traffic  Key factor: Get them to know, like, and trust you A quick word from our sponsor [07:04 - 10:14] Tapping into People’s Perception of You The value of breaking into major press sources  It bolsters your credibility  Getting into the press is not an option; it’s a must for your brand Resources to help you get ready to get into the press Links below  [10:15 - 11:04] Closing Segment  Make sure to visit The Be on TV Bootcamp How to connect with us  Links below  Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “Networking, relationship building with people in the industry… you can’t just connect with them and then ask them to write a piece on you. It’s a REAL relationship.” - Travis Chappell “Value is perception, and all getting in the press does is increase people’s perception of who you are and who you say you are.” - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Here are 10 Podcasts to Change Your Life - Forbes Article Free PR - Cameron Herold The Be on TV Bootcamp   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Ellis understood early on that the people who lead the technology space as entrepreneurs are the ones who are obsessed with their craft. Sam Ellis is an early stage software VS who studied Research and Applied Statistics at West Point.He served as an Army intelligence officer at U.S. Cyber Command, where he was a software developer and an intelligence leader. Sam went on to be a co-founder of Dutchie, where he developed the first version of the industry-leading online cannabis marketplace software. Sam is now a partner at Scout Ventures, leading SaaS pre-seed, seed, and incubation deals.With a portfolio like that, there’s no one better to learn how to lead (and invest) in technological innovation by loving the game and aiming to win big. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 08:37] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Sam EllisSam gives his background How Sam’s strict upbringing instilled discipline Enlisting after 9/11The blessing of being pushed in self-development The benefits of fitness on your career [08:38 - 23:56] Leading in Tech Innovation by Loving the GameSam talks about why he went into entrepreneurshipAgency and expression - humans need expression Autonomy to create something beautiful Sam shares his experience in college and his next steps after graduatingEnjoying the intellectual challenge and rigor Craving for more applied practice of the educationHow coding and programming came into play Coding in his spare time instead of catching up on NetflixYou need to love the game Schooling can be great, but it’s not the prizeAt some point, you learn how to learn What’s missing in today’s education Emotional regulation and sophistication The start of Sam’s first venture, Dutchie A quick word from our sponsor[23:57 - 38:37] How to Build a Scalable BusinessThe building process of Dutchie How his partners utilized their strengths Operate at a competitive advantage Find some friction - solve the problem Dealing with the pushbacks Plan for success The mindset is we’re here to winDefining your win Ex: being the biggest company in your space Focus on an abundance mindset Sam talks about his work with Scout Ventures Pivoting into investing Building up other entrepreneursLooking into the future of technology Tech begets tech More capital is going into leveraged value creation Start looking at emerging regions Look for the visionaries [38:38 - 40:05] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Who not how Entrepreneurs need to understand people How to connect with SamLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “Being an entrepreneur is all about endurance. It’s all about just showing up every single day; it’s showing up for every single mile, just getting it done… Even when it’s a bad deal” - Sam Ellis“That’s one of the ways I spot engineers who are passionate and great. It’s those people who care enough to understand the leading edge of technology, care enough about their craft… they love the game.” - Sam Ellis“We’re not thinking and planning for anything but success… The mindset is we’re here to win!” - Sam EllisResources Mentioned: Scout Ventures Blog Want to connect with Sam? You can follow him on Twitter and LinkedIn. If you are in the early stage of your business and know you have massive potential, check out https://www.scout.vc/ and see if you’re a fit. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Always an entrepreneur at heart, David Henzel realized that when you put value first, making money becomes the side effect! Ever since then, David has been building in the SaaS and e-com space for over 20 years and has had multiple exits, including MaxCDN. His passion is to help individuals and their organizations reach their full potential. The solution to this: UpCoach, a coaching delivery system that helps entrepreneurs make sure they’re always providing their clients with transformational results. Aside from UpCoach, he has a portfolio of companies including LTVplus, TaskDrive, and Shortlist.io.If you want to learn how David cracked the code to deliver groundbreaking results to clients, then dive into the episode to find out how David’s concept of “understanding the jungle” can help you kill it in the SaaS space. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 04:34] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, David HezelDavid gives his background in the SaaS and entrepreneur space From necessity to want to leave a legacy impact Building UpCoach to help coaches become more efficient[04:35 - 15:18] Killing it in the SaaS Space by Understanding "The Jungle"David talks about how he knew SaaS would become a booming industryLeaning into one thing and providing as much value as possible No set strategy, money is a side effect of value Bringing a product to market, what is worth it and how to tell?It all comes down to the power of the team Identifying the pain point and providing the solution How UpCoach was created to solve a problem The steps to take to start solving paint pointsUnderstand the “jungle” Make sure you know the ins and outs of the state of your client’s spaceHow to bring ideas to lifeIdeas are a dime a dozen, it’s all in the execution A quick word from our sponsor[15:19 - 27:07] David Henzel on Buiding Your Network Who you know or what you know? You need the “who” to build a business Get connected with the people who know better than you Let yourself be dumb, but give value What you need to do as CEOFundraise - make sure money is coming inPreach the mission and vision of the companyHire people much smart than you The balance of casting vision and giving ownership to your teamYou need to get the core values in orderWho you’re doing it for, why, and how to do itOnce they understand the vision like you, they will work like you Developing the skill of networking if it’s not natural to you Make decisions out of love not fear It’s about them not about you [27:08 - 35:35] Closing Segment ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with DavidLinks below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “It’s always about seeing how you can provide as much value as humanly possible because I think money is a side effect of producing value.” - David Henzel“Number one thing is you have to understand the jungle… Get an understanding of the current state.” - David Henzel“If you want to scale you need to remove yourself from the business and work ON it not IN it.” - David HenzelResources Mentioned: Conscious CapitalismTractionThe Alter Ego Effect Outwitting the DevilThe Four Agreements Want to connect with David? You can follow him on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Be sure to check out https://upcoach.com/ and find how you consistently deliver your clients the best results!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

“I meet people and they go, 'I have a radio show…' I’m like, 'No, you don’t. You’re doing a podcast.' People just talk and talk and there’s nothing exciting going on.”  This is possibly one of the most incorrect sentences ever said. All respect to Mr. Howard Stern (Dude’s a legend!), but when it came to podcasting, the guy was just flat out wrong! In this episode, you’ll hear exactly why that is and how podcasting has been crucial to the success of people, businesses, and brands alike.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 03:02] Opening Segment  We introduce today’s topic - Howard Stern was wrong about podcasting Insight into why he might have said what he said The feeling of watching people skip the grind “Survivor bias”  [03:03 - 09:34] Podcasting is the Evolution of Radio We reference a clip of Stern talking about podcasting  “You HAVE to broadcast”  What Stern got right about podcasting  A lot of people don’t do them well  You have to treat your craft seriously  How to prove Stern wrong Be interesting!  The example of Joe Rogan  Podcasting is the new (better) radio  It is an evolution and an upgrade International distribution  Freedom to listen in at anytime [09:35 - 18:47] Why Howard Stern is Dead Wrong About Podcasting How you can ‘test your steel’ as a podcaster All you have to do is look at downloads and reviews A quick word from our sponsor Companies are missing opportunities by not putting ads on podcasts Paying millions for TV programs Joe Rogan alone gets more viewers than most of those programs Thoughts on building a following Podcasting can be the catalyst for people hearing your message  Your podcast can raise “real” money Leveraging relationships through the podcast Radio is not the answer You get better with consistency  [18:48 - 20:49] Closing Segment  Despite all this, Howard Stern is still the GOAT Make sure to check us out on Social Media Links below  Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “Podcasting is the evolution of radio and it, frankly, is a much better form of radio…” - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Howard Stern is Dead Wrong About Podcasting - Article   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we’re going to take a look at the work of another tech founder and how he was able to raise capital to run a successful business. Andrew Munday was a founding member and the first employee at DoorDash. He became their Director of Operations until he pivoted into entrepreneurship where he also started and ran operations at companies including Future Fit, Open, and Pilaris. Now, Andrew is the founder and COO at Local Kitchens, a micro food hall that lets you mix and match your favorite local restaurants in one easy order. Andrew raised over $25M of funding from several well-known companies and even Steph Curry! Jump right in and let’s learn how to get funding by finding people who want you to succeed. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:46] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Andrew Munday Andrew gives us a bit of his background The learning process behind scaling DoorDash Getting hired as an Op-manager  Picking the right talent for the right jobs [05:57 - 14:20] Getting Funded by Finding People Who Want You to Succeed Andrew shares his shift away from DoorDash and into other starts The value of being an ‘early-stage’ guy  Becoming the boss you always wanted  How relationships came into play in Andrew’s continued success Providing accountability and consistency  Practicing pitches with people who want you to succeed Andrew’s advice for people wanting to grow their ideas  The value of in-person work - go where your people are  Build relationships within any company you work with  A quick word from our sponsors [14:21 - 25:09] Proving Profitability by Creating Solutions  We talk about how important environment is to your success Andrew talks about crazy experiences of building DoorDash Crazy growth = crazy grind  How the team helped each other pull through  Andrew explains the process of raising capital for Local Kitchens AWS for restaurants - multibrand ordering  Creating efficiency and solutions  How the process of Local Kitchen works  Plans for expansion  How to prove profitability  [25:10 - 29:09] Closing Segment  Andrew talks about balancing pitching vs. running the company  Make people feel lucky to invest with you  Create FOMO  The value of partnering with a celebrity  How to connect with Andrew and his work - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “You want to live in a world where someone can say, look, in 3 to 6 months I’m going to leave… I try to create that culture with everyone who reports to me and I think they all know that I’m down for whatever’s best for them.” - Andrew Munday “You definitely want to assert yourself as, ‘you would be lucky to invest in the company,’ without actually saying that.” - Andrew Munday   You can connect with Andrew on LinkedIn and Twitter. Check out what Andrew’s doing over at https://www.localkitchens.com/.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Vince Warnock became driven by the sense that wealth is built by pursuing a legacy and impacting others, all mental limitations started breaking down.Vince is an award-winning marketer, author, marketing strategist, and sought-after public speaker. In fact, he is one of the top 50 marketers in the world driving digital transformation and innovation. He is an author and podcast host of the title “Chasing the Insights”. On the podcast, he interviews some of the biggest names in marketing, sales, and entrepreneurship.In this episode, you’re going to get an inside look at what drives one of the greatest minds in marketing, how he broke negative mindsets about wealth, and how he ultimately built success. Dive into Vince’s incredible story and let’s start chasing the insights!Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 06:17] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Vince WarnockVince gives us a bit of his backgroundHow growing up in an abusive household shaped his view on money Thinking that wealth is not available for you Vince’s story of facing the “ceiling of success” Driven to break the mentality of limitationRealizing that wealth is about legacy and impact[06:18 - 19:01] Chasing the InsightsVince talks about what flipped the switch for him to pursue entrepreneurshipHow it all started from a sense of survival The impact of having someone believe in you The past landscape of marketing versus today It was all about standing out The value of understanding people’s thinking What people should be focusing on now going into 2022A return to relationships based marketingYou have a duty of care as a marketer How to scale a brand while maintaining audience connectionBe diligent with the little things - let them know you careGo over and above Who you know or what you know?It’s always who you knowPeople are more important than informationYou need the right connections to use what you knowVince gives an example of leveraging relationshipsA quick word from our sponsors[19:02 - 27:47] Vince Warnock on Building His NetworkNetworking the ‘ethical’ way Moving towards a value-add strategy It’s not about me, it’s how can I help you?Relationships are about the other personHow you begin to ‘deserve’ favor Choosing who you go above and beyond for You don’t lose by just helping someoneVince shares a story of how he outworked this in his own business[27:48 - 34:03] Closing Segment The RaNDom RoUnDHow to connect with Vince and his work - links belowFinal words  Tweetable Quotes: “Wealth is not actually about me, wealth is about leaving a legacy for my wife and children. It’s about being able to impact other people.” - Vince Warnock“People are far more important than information or knowledge.” - Vince Warnock“Helping people has a flow-on effect, and it helps build authenticity in your brand as well” - Vince WarnockResources Mentioned:Chasing the Insights Facebook GroupChasing the Insights - BookChasing the Insights - PodcastYou can connect with Vince on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter. Check out https://chasingtheinsights.com/ if you want to have an unfair advantage in your business!Right now, Thesis is offering our listeners 10% your first starter kit when you visit takethesis.com/TRAVIS.Start hiring right now with a $75 Sponsor Job Credit to upgrade your job post on Indeed.com. As a BYN listener, head over to Indeed.com/network for your credit today!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

You don’t often think about culture and people when looking to invest in the stock market. In this episode, we’re going to turn that on its head. Vitaliy N. Katsenelson, CFA is Chief Investment Officer at IMA. He is the author of The Little Book of Sideways Markets and Active Value Investing. While his primary focus is on discovering undervalued companies for his clients, he is also known for his “Uncommon-Common Sense”, and speaks frequently to investment groups around the world. He’s also been featured in articles in the Financial Times, Barron’s, Bloomberg BusinessWeek. Let’s dive right in and learn the "people side" of value investing. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 03:52] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Vitaliy Katsenelson Vitaliy gives us a bit of his background Appreciating things now more than in the past  The things you value today, will not be what you value tomorrow Developing the passion for investing out of college The journey of getting his CFA Becoming the CIO of IMA Learning to appreciate the people around you more  [03:53 - 11:35] Learning the "People" Side of Value Investing Vitaliy talks about the importance of culture  People will make the difference  The softer side of investing Numbers are easy Learning ‘people’ is hard  How to audit yourself to identify potential problems Have self-awareness You need humility  A quick word from our sponsors [11:36 - 20:30] Writing, Relationships, and Marketing The importance of writing on personal development Focused form of meditation  Connecting the subconscious mind with the conscious mind  How relationships come into play in Vitaliy’s work  The example of not being good at sales You should work with people you like  Vitaliy talks about how he networks  You don’t need to go in with an agenda  You need people who can help you unwind as well  Know the specific things you want to learn from someone Who you know, or what you know? It depends on the people  What you know can create who you know [20:31 - 26:21] Closing Segment  The RaNDom RoUnD How to connect with Vitaliy and his work - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “The easiest way to learn investing is figuring out the numbers… The softer side is the people.” - Vitaliy  “A lot of thoughts live in our heads. Writing, for me, is a very focused meditation.” - Vitaliy Katsenelson “When you invest in the Stock Market, you can be making all the right decisions and the Market just doesn’t care.” - Vitaliy Katsenelson Resources Mentioned: The Softer Side of Value Investing The Little Book of Sideways Markets Active Value Investing Vitaliy Katsenelson YouTune Channel You can connect with Vitaliy on Twitter and LinkedIn. For expert investment services, resources, and education visit https://contrarianedge.com/.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everything niche, there exists someone who is willing to learn about it. Panos Siozos, the co-founder and CEO of LearnWorlds, believes that if you have the knowledge it’s time to launch it. Panos has a Ph.D. in Educational Technology and has been researching and designing e-learning applications for over 20 years. He has extensive work experience as a software engineer, e-learning researcher, and science educator. Before launching LearnWorlds with his partners, he was working in the European Parliament as a policy adviser for research and innovation. Tune in to learn how Panos is revolutionizing education and how you can leverage what you know to build wealth using technology.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 02:39] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Panos Siozos Panos gives us a bit of his background Education ran in the family  Always looking to learn new things  Learning is a superpower [02:40 - 13:53] Revolutionizing Education Through Technology  Panos shares the potential he saw on the horizon when he started his work  Education’s relationship with technology - a revolution in waiting  The rise and importance of e-learning - early mistakes and harnessing its potential Panos talks about the trends that rose before even COVID A building desire to build passive income through technology Learning through emergency education  Realizing more people can be reached faster  For everything thing that exists, there is someone who is willing to learn about it If you know something, just launch it A quick word from our sponsors [13:54 - 20:24] How to Be an Effective Educator Panos talks about how to get started  Resources you can leverage Know where your customers are and follow their leads Be present within your audience  Start with a free mini-course  Work off of your feedback  How LearnWorld works to make people effective educators  Helping people launch then adjusting along the way  LearnWorld becomes the platform for education and generating revenue [20:25 - 26:21] Closing Segment  Who you know or what you know? We live in a world of network effect Without a network, you have nothing  The RaNDom RoUnD How to connect with Panos and his work - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “I believe that learning is perhaps the only superpower that we possess as humans… It’s one of the few things that can really fulfill our true potential.” - Panos Siozos “If you have something valuable to say, if you have something that you’re passionate about and there is demand out there… For every niche, tiny thing that somebody might know, there is somebody out there who wants to learn it.” - Panos Siozos Resources Mentioned: E-learning resources   You can connect with Panos on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Feel free to shoot an email over to hello@learnworld.com. Make sure to head over to https://www.learnworlds.com/ and start crafting and monetizing your own learning experiences.    Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Starting and running a successful business is only half the battle. Do you have an equally successful exit strategy?After building, buying, and selling 6+ of his own companies, Joe Valley helped build Quiet Light Brokerage, one of the leading online-focused M&A Advisory firms in the world. Now, after facilitating nearly half a billion dollars in exits, Joe has written the bestselling book The EXITpreneur’s Playbook - to help online business owners get the maximum value and best deal structure when they seek their own incredible exit.If you want to learn how to become an ‘EXITpreneur’ then dive into this very tactical episode to learn from the master of exiting himself.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:53] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Joe ValleyJoe gives us a bit of his backgroundAlways entrepreneurial at heart Parents and upbringing Joe’s thoughts on the internal desire to work for himselfCollege experience and education  Learning what you DON’T want to do for a living Taking the leap into entrepreneurship [05:54 - 18:10] How to Become an 'EXITpreneur'Joe talks about his first venture into ownershipStarting a company called “Wrong Number” in college Making half a million dollars in his first year “I’m can not be my business” Joe’s lessons from his early mistakes selling his businessWaiting too long to sellYou need to make goalsKnow your when, what, and whereYou don’t want to ‘decide’ to sell, but ‘plan’ to sellHow to detach your name from the business Examples of how to make the transition Seek the buyers who are looking to add value How to choose your buyer instead of courting them Joe shares how he’s utilized networking to make a good exit Making connections with like-minded peopleCreating mutual benefitsA quick word from our sponsors[18:11 - 31:39] Creating a Sellable BusinessJoe talks about the reason behind his book Making people comfortable with planning to exit The value of helping and connecting people Why the goal should be to help people 50% of the money you make on your business comes from selling What makes a good, sellable business: an in-depth approachWhat buyers are looking for:Risk, growth, transferability, and documentationSmall businesses carry a bigger risk If your business is growing, buyers can make predictionsUntransferable assets is an unsellable business The importance of good documentation and bookkeepingHow to calculate Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE)Joe’s advice around Acquisition Entrepreneurship[31:40 - 35:28] Closing Segment The example of Amazon sellersHow to connect with Joe and his work - links belowFinal words  Tweetable Quotes: “I am the mistake that I try to help everybody not make.” - Joe Valley“That’s the thing I want people to avoid, is waiting till the point where they wake up and say, ‘I gotta sell this.’ What they really should do is set some goals.” - Joe Valley“I make more money by helping people than when I was focused on making money.” - Joe ValleyResources Mentioned:The EXITPreneur’s Playbookexitpreneur.io You can connect with Joe on Twitter and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out https://quietlight.com/ if you want to exit with more money and better terms!This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and Build Your Network listeners get 10% off their first month at https://betterhelp.com/buildyournetworkDid you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Vitti’s mission can be summed up in one sentence: to make a prediction marketplace for all. John is the Founder and CEO of VersusGame, a prediction-based mobile gaming app where users can earn money simply for being right! He believes knowledge should be rewarded, and with over 100,000 new users per week, the app has been incredibly successful and influential.  Jump in and learn more about John and how he’s creating a world where knowledge is rewarded and no one is ever too late to the game. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:11] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, John Vitti John gives us a bit of his background Growing up and family life  Realizing that he could never work for someone else The feelings of pressure to succeed John’s college experience [05:12 - 14:46] Failure is the Best Education John’s thoughts on schooling  His plan to create better education  Best way to learn is to go and do it  Failure is a better education than what we have now It’s not IF you fail but when and HOW John talks about the value of learning human connection  John’s transition from jobs into creating VersusGame Starting 4 companies before VG  The importance of timing and people  A quick word from our sponsors [14:47 - 25:32] Creating a World Where Knowledge is Reward John talks through the experience from his early companies  The journey to the first $1M  Learning how to trust people again  Building VersusGame Eradicating the “have’s and the have not’s” mentality  Getting rewarded for predictions Buying potential outcomes of an event  Tapping into human behavior  Stepping out of the way to allow user generation  20% growth with 22M+ users to date  John shares the moment he knew he hit his achievements A lot of people got really pissed off Emotion, positive or negative, drives interest  [25:33 - 28:31] Closing Segment  Who you know or what you know? 100% who you know - how would you do something by yourself? How to connect with John and his work - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “The only way to learn in our business, in our field, in most fields, is to just go and do it. Put down the pencil and paper and just go do it.” - John Vitti “Knowledge should be rewarded. We want to put real money in people’s pockets.” - John Vitti “An idea is the biggest thing in the world… That’s art.” - John Vitti   You can connect with John on LinkedIn. If you want to start making money on your knowledge, you GOT to check out https://versusgame.com/. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kim Perell is an award-winning entrepreneur, bestselling author (Jump and The Execution Factor), CEO, and angel investor, who has made headlines for her transformative story of a startup entrepreneur to a leading tech CEO and prominent angel investor.  Kim has been a technology CEO for the last 20 years, scaling companies from $0 to $1B in annual sales. She started her first company from her kitchen table, became a multi-millionaire by the time she was 30, and sold her last company for $235 million. Kim is recognized for her achievements as an entrepreneur and passionate advocate for women in business and she has been named one of AdAge’s Marketing Technology Trailblazers, and Business Insider's Most Powerful Women in Mobile Advertising. What a powerhouse guys! Tune into today’s episode and learn what it means to make the jump into your dream.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:30] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Kim Perell Kim gives us a bit of her background Growing up in an entrepreneurial family  Always pushing to be out of the norm  The start of her professional career Studying business  [06:31 - 13:29] From Failed Company Employee to Successful Entrepreneur Kim talks about her “aha moment” towards entrepreneurship Already failed while doing something “Secure”  A desire to control her own destiny  The story behind Kim’s first company  Selling the company  Starting to invest of other companies A desire to “pay it forward” Over 100 angel investments  A quick word from our sponsors [20:22 - 26:13] Making the Jump into Your Dream How Kim helps 100’s of entrepreneurs find success “Catching the Fire” - knowing when a person has “it”  When their company is their very being  A clear vision and passion  You need to be willing to sacrifice  Kim talks about the importance of cultivating relationships People buy people  Success is something better shared - you can’t do it alone  Kim shares the purpose behind her book Jump  Giving people the courage to make the jump  One year success plan You have a choice You need to understand the sacrifice  You have permission to make the jump [26:14 - 31:44] Closing Segment  Discomfort is not something you grow out of  Cut out the insecurities of the world around you  Who you know or what you know?  Who you know leads to the support you need on your journey How to connect with Kim - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “I bet on people… I think that is the number asset for any company.” - Kim Perell “Passion is not doing what you love, it’s what you would sacrifice… Entrepreneurship is hard, and if you’re not willing to sacrifice I guarantee you will not be successful.” - Kim Perell “You CAN do it! You just have to know what you’re willing to sacrifice.” - Kim Perell Resources Mentioned: Jump by Kim Perell Jumpwithkim.com You can connect with Kim on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out https://kimperell.com/ and develop the skills you need to drive success.   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Banayan believes success is like a nightclub, there are three ways to get in, and it’s the third door that people miss the most. Alex is the youngest bestselling business author in American history. His book, The Third Door, documents Banayan’s seven-year mission to uncover the definitive mindset of success. Over that time Alex interviewed the most innovative leaders, including Bill Gates, Lady Gaga, Larry King, Maya Angelou, Steve Wozniak, Jane Goodall, and more. Named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list, he is an acclaimed keynote speaker and has presented the Third Door™ framework to corporate leadership teams around the world, including Apple, Google, Nike, IBM, Snapchat, Delta Airlines, Mastercard, and Disney!  Let’s dive in and unpack Alex’s incredible journey to unlocking success through the third door. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:36] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Alex Banayan Alex gives us a bit of his background How his life started out journeying into the medical field  Beginning to question his path Writing the book he wish he could read himself  Figuring out how to fund his dream on the Price is Right [07:37 - 18:33] Unlocking Success Through The Third Door Interviewing some of the most successful people in the world The same way to look at success - It’s like a nightclub There are three doors leading into success   “The lyrics were different, the melody was the same”  Alex talks about getting a publishing deal despite the odds  No backup plan  How Alex’s book became the number one business book  80% of it is that it was a really well-written book  20% is building relationships and networking  Without credibility, you need to prove yourself to the market  A quick word from our sponsors [20:22 - 34:18] Building Credibility Through Your Network Alex talks about building up the book  Inspired to share this information with the world  Changing what people believe is possible  Advice to people trying to expand your knowledge base  Understand what you want and what gets you going Alex shares his most painful lesson during the process Trying to get to Warren Buffett  Persistently pushing through  Getting an entire event closed  Blacklisted from Warren’s office There is such a thing as over-persistence  [34:19 - 38:30] Closing Segment  Who you know or what you know?  If it’s for your life, it’s who you know  Who you know, is what fills your life  How to connect with Alex - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “Questions are the seed of change. The second a question even enters your mind… if you just let that seed sit there, you’re in for a f*cking adventure!” - Alex Banayan “You can give someone all the best tools and knowledge in the world, and their life can still feel stuck. But if you change what someone believes is possible, they’ll never be the same.” - Alex Banayan  Resources Mentioned: The Third Door You can connect with Alex on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Uncover the world’s best-kept secrets to success on https://thirddoorbook.com/.    Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taking massive action takes massive confidence, and Bryce believes that getting uncomfortable is the key to gaining confidence. Bryce Henson is CEO of Fit Body Boot Camp, the world’s fastest-growing fitness boot camp franchise. Having over 10+ years of experience in the fitness industry and owning 2 FBBC locations, his passion is spreading fitness to the world, in addition to mentoring fitness professionals on how to grow their businesses and change more lives in their local communities. He also brought his expertise to Brazil for a time to expand his experience. Bryce also co-leads FBBC Mastermind Group, an exclusive coaching group for high-performing fitness professionals. He enjoys world travel and is a fitness expert, coach, author, and inspirational leader.Dive in and learn taking action and jumping into the uncomfortable can help you gain confidence and build success. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:49] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Bryce HensonBryce gives us a bit of his backgroundHis experience at Michigan State U A start in pharmacy Shifting to advertising and sales The decision to move to LA Getting a mentor led to opportunitiesTrying to find the ultimate goal[05:50 - 20:21] How to Take Action and Gain ConfidenceBryce shares advice around setting time to find your passion 25% gazing 75% time and action Take action and course correct Bryce’s move to South America The value of travelingFrom advertising to fitnessBryce’s growing love for fitness How fitness increases productivityBryce talks about how traveling led to his successBuilding more grit and confidence The experience getting uncomfortableBryce talks about getting inspired by industry leaders Going through a fitness transformationThe desire to go through a proven system The interaction with people How relationships helped Bryce stand out and branch out From VP to CEO A quick word from our sponsors[20:22 - 28:43] Putting Action Behind the Content You ConsumeNetworking is about leading with value Taking action will better your business and others’ Mitigating conflict within your relationshipsUnderstand each other’s personalitiesConflict is good for growth Have the end goal always in mindNow when to choose your battles Keeping your vision stable throughout the organizationCommunicate and cast vision Repetition is the mother of skill Resources that can help you [28:44 - 36:26] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Networking is everything Your what can come from the who The RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with Bryce - links belowFinal words  Tweetable Quotes: “There’s no feedback in terms of creativity and freedom. The only way you’re actually going to learn is if you take action.” - Bryce Henson“It makes you a person with more perspective, it makes you a person with more grit and confidence… That’s what doing hard things does for you.” - Bryce Henson“There is value in healthy conflict. Healthy conflict creates friction and friction creates growth and productivity and execution.” - Bryce HensonResources Mentioned:Entrepreneurial Operating SystemYou can connect with Bryce on LinkedIn and Instagram. Go to https://realbrycehenson.com/ to learn more.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There is one fundamental skill that all entrepreneurs use to find success: they continuously take risks until something sticks. Sukhinder Singh Cassidy is an Internet executive and entrepreneur with experience building, scaling, and leading businesses - most notably, Google, theBoardlist, and Amazon.Her most recent work as President of Stubhub led the company to sell for $4B! She is a multi-time board member and/or angel investor at private and public companies including TripAdvisor, Urban Outfitters, and Sunbasket. She shares her wisdom with people to help them succeed as leaders and build products that empower consumers which she does incredibly well through her book, Choose Possibility. Dive right in and learn what it means to choose possibility by taking risks and how risk-taking is a skill that can be learned. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:12] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Sukhinder Singh CassidyFor a better way to book world-class guests head over to Guestio.com Sukhinder gives us a bit of her backgroundGrew up as the daughter of two doctors How she learned to do books and taxes as a kid Learning what it really means to run your own business[05:13 - 15:01] Choose Possibility by Taking RisksSukhinder talks about her early encouragements towards entrepreneurshipSukhinder’s venture into education and careers Going into business as a ‘less risky choice’ How it took over a year to get a single job offerLearning to take risksHer experience in corporateVenturing into ownership, “I will figure it out” The importance of being able to shift environmentsGive yourself chances to fail A quick word from our sponsors[15:02 - 33:40] Putting Yourself in Opportunity-Rich EnvironmentsSukhinder shares the key to choosing possibility Be willing to embrace the processHow to get yourself in the right ‘risk-taking’ environmentPursue the ‘Who’, not the ‘What’Get yourself with ‘Superbosses’ Common characteristics of superbosses The polar opposite of you Patient and without egoPeople who release you to fail on your own Superbosses will share some level of your values Building relationships with your bossesGo to places where your skills are valued You need to know your own weaknesses and superpowers How Sukhinder is as a superbossWho you know or what you know? Our credibility comes through constant education and who you areSukhinder’s “Why” behind the book Choose Possibility Showing an inside-out view of successes and failuresPlaying the long game and continuing to choose Risk-taking can be a learned skill[33:41 - 35:02] Closing Segment Go to Choosepossibility.com and take The Risk QuizHow to connect with Sukhinder - links belowFinal words  Tweetable Quotes: “Hustle and risk-taking… risk-taking is like putting bait out in the water constantly to sort of creating your own possibilities.” - Sukhinder Singh Cassidy“If you’re willing to embrace choosing possibility as a process you will have outsized returns.” - Sukhinder Singh Cassidy “To be a smart risk-taker is to put yourself in an environment where you’re most likely to succeed.” - Sukhinder Singh CassidyResources Mentioned:Choose Possibility: Take Risks and Thrive (Even When You Fail)SuperbossesYou can connect with Sukhinder on LinkedIn and Twitter. For a powerful new approach to taking risks, you gotta check out https://www.choosepossibility.com/.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As an entrepreneur, Liz Wald thrives in uncertainty and where change is the norm. Liz is an Executive and Board Director for Good Earth Organics (GEO). Her career has been focused on building global marketplaces for emerging industries like cannabis and early-stage companies such as GEO. During her career, she has led in the technology category and is even credited with bringing Etsy from $80M to $800M while overseeing global operations. In this episode, we’ll talk about getting good at short-term plans by thriving in uncertainty, building community authentically, and how to capitalize on an emerging industry. So dive in and let’s talk about how to be early to the next big thing.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:14] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Liz Wald Liz gives us a bit of her background Liz’s college journey  Her early career experience Transitioning into business and eCommerce  A fascination with uncertainty and innovation [05:15 - 15:30] Getting Comfortable with the Unknown Getting on the cutting edge Generalist vs. specialist  Getting good at short term strategies  Liz’s thoughts on the value of long term vs. short term plans There is value to both but you need to be able to adapt fast  80% right is close enough  The value of a household name  Don’t underestimate the first-mover advantage A look at Etsy’s growth  How to authentically build community with your users  The example of Patagonia - living your values  A quick word from our sponsors [15:31 - 28:18] How to Be Early to the Next Big Thing Liz shares about her work in the Cannabis industry  The beauty of an emerging industry Get there early and spread the information  Get curious to learn ‘enough” about your market Using your skillset to get into something new  Look at what you’re good at and plug it in  Who you know or what you know?  Knowledge is power, but it speeds up with a great network  Great people will open up doors for you  What you know gives you the confidence to go to the who  Make yourself someone ‘worth knowing’  Enthusiasm and generosity are huge in networking  Don’t just network for your benefit  What is the next big change?  New York is finally coming online  Beverage and consumption lounges for cannabis   [28:19 - 34:46] Closing Segment  The RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Liz - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “I think the beginning, the start, and the growth is really around people who are very comfortable with risk and the unknown and kind of thrive in it.” - Liz Wald “The beautiful thing about an emerging industry is, when you’re early, you only have to be 10 minutes smarter than everyone else.” - Liz Wald   “You have to know enough to be confident to go out there, but once you do, those people can make the path so much more open to you in ways that all of your knowledge isn’t going to get you.” - Liz Wald   You can connect with Liz on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. You gotta check out https://goodearthorganics.com/. Use Code: GEO15 to get a 15% Discount on premium soil for all you home-growers out there! Available till 12/25/21.   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s be honest, there is a lack of attraction around the trades, but they hold some of the most crucial roles in our workforce. Stephanie Roldan is on a mission to change that. Stephanie is the Director of Lean Culture at Rosendin Electric. She leads Rosendin's ‘Respect for People’ and ‘Continuous Improvement’ culture, simplified as "Lean Culture." Stephanie is profoundly involved in developing, setting, and leading the strategy on creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for employees. She serves as the Chairperson for Rosendin's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee and sits on the Board of Directors for the AZ Foundation for Women. Dive into today’s episode and learn more about Lean Culture, diversity and inclusion in the trades, and removing the stigma around vocational work.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:21] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Stephanie Roldan Stephanie gives us a bit of her background Growing up around the trades  Naturally curious and experiential  Going straight into vocational training after high school Trepidation around not going to college first  [04:22 - 13:26] Lean Culture: Diversity and Inclusion in the Trades Stephanie talks about the shifting perspective on going into trades  The current stigma vs. the workforce shortage  We need infrastructure for things to work  Diversity and inclusion in the world of trades  We have an attraction problem  There is plenty of opportunities out there Stephanie defines and breaks down Lean Culture The programs and strategies that drive inclusivity  Allowing everyone to have a voice while keeping things organized  Checking the impact level of a change in the company  A quick word from our sponsors [13:27 - 18:04] Stephanie Roldan on Building Your Network Who you know or what you know?  It’s important to have people in your corner  How to find the right people and leverage those relationships  “How can I help you?”  Coming from the direction of serving others   [18:05 - 25:54] Closing Segment  The RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Stephanie - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “If we have a workforce shortage and 50% of your population doesn’t come towards it, you have something in your culture that is not desirable about that… There’s an attraction problem.” - Stephanie Roldan “It fuels me to be of service to someone else.” - Stephanie Roldan    You can connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn.    Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brands that gain huge followings don’t ways do it by watching what the big guns are doing, but have their ears to the ground listening to their own customer’s wants, needs, and pain points! Serial entrepreneur Natalie Mackey created Winky Lux, the cult-favorite beauty brand with an emphasis on clean ingredients & colorful whimsy in 2015 with her best friend. Since its humble beginnings, Winky Lux has grown to a multi-million-dollar revenue company, becoming the fastest-growing single-brand launch in Target stores, and available in over 3,000 retailers & e-tailers throughout the United States! Today, Winky Lux utilizes consumer feedback & data into all of its launches - resulting in products that resonate with its target demographic and stay on top of the latest trends. Let’s dive into today’s episode with Natalie and get an inside look at how she took her company viral by building a brand that captivates the customer. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:43] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Natalie Mackey Natalie gives us a bit of her background From journalism to beauty entrepreneurship Interested in entrepreneurship from early on  [04:44 - 14:28] Going Viral by Building a Brand that Captivates the Customer Natalie talks about her pivot away from finance into the beauty industry  Falling in love with the idea of building something You need to be curious enough to sacrifice  Sunk cost bias  Building a brand from the ground up Following the customer  Getting the customer to talk about what they purchase  Connecting to the emotions of the customer How Natalie goes against the grain of large companies Standing out from the crowd in design Finding room to bring down costs without cutting quality  A quick word from our sponsors [15:30 - 23:43] Personalizing Your Customer’s Experience Natalie talks about scaling a personalized experience Always making them feel seen and heard Let the customers see themselves in the products  Navigating ad spend when you have a huge demographic  Paid social is a dumpster fire!  The power of TikTok  The importance of transparency behind your brand  You have to do the things your competitors can’t do  Showing how the products are actually made  [23:44 - 29:52] Closing Segment  Who you know or what you know? Having a great network can fill the gaps in knowledge  “Talk to me like I’m 5 years old”  The RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Natalie - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “The key trait for entrepreneurship is not necessarily being the smartest person in the room, it’s like grit and perhaps even with a curiosity that’s attainable.” - Natalie Mackey “We’re always trying to be where the customer is. We’re always trying to make sure she feels seen and delighted and heard, and that’s the filter we put all our marketing initiatives through.” - Natalie Mackey “We want to be the bright spot in our customer’s day!” - Natalie Mackey   You can connect with Natalie on LinkedIn and Instagram. Get the perfect gift for yourself or the women in your life at https://www.winkylux.com/.    Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“The answers to these two questions will have the biggest impact on your personal and professional success or failure: Can I trust you? And, can you trust me?” Dr. Yoram Solomon is the author of The Book of Trust and host of The Trust Show podcast. He’s published 14 books, 22 patents, and more than 300 articles in several well-known magazines. Dr. Solomon has founded several startup companies and has held several positions from General Manager to Vice President, all the way to CEO. He is now a professional member of the National Speakers Association and was a TEDx speaker and host. As if that wasn’t enough, Dr. Solomon also has experience as a marksman, serving in the IDF 35th Airborne Paratrooper brigade, and as a U.S. Air Force CAP pilot! If you want to build the bedrock and foundation of success then tune in with Dr. Solomon and let’s learn how to build and cultivate trust. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:53] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Dr. Yoram Solomon  Dr. Solomon gives us a bit of his background His professional journey into the topic of trust  Why are people more creative in startups than in mature companies? The elements of a culture of innovation Pivoting from culture/innovation to trust [05:54 - 17:43] Trust: The Bedrock of Success Dr. Solomon’s definition of trust  The research process into the definitions  If there is no risk there is no reward  Trust helps mitigate and compensate the risk  How to foster trust within relationships The building blocks for trust - ask what you can do to be trustworthy  8 laws of trust Realize not everyone will trust you The components of trust - Who you are Credibility  - What you do Cultivated from interaction  The importance of consistency  - Compatibility  A word from our sponsor  [17:44 - 25:42] Using Trust to Build Relationships How to know when it’s time to double down or back off Competence compatibility vs. personality compatibility Is it important? Can it be changed?  The ability to have a constructive disagreement The person you trust the least is the one you can’t be vulnerable with Who you know or what you know?  What you know, is the value you can bring  What good is what you know if you’re alone?  [25:43 - 36:00] Closing Segment  The RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Dr. Solomon - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “People will always tend to pull you into their comfort zone rather than push you away from yours.” - Dr. Yoram Solomon  “You have to start by thinking, how do I become more trusted… but also you have to ask yourself by whom, not everybody is going to trust you.” - Dr. Yoram Solomon “You don’t have less value if you’re not a leader.” - Dr. Yoram Solomon    You can connect with Dr. Solomon on LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube. Go to https://www.yoramsolomon.com/ if you want to learn how to build trust and be trusted. Resources Mentioned:  The Book of Trust The TRUST Show Podcast Culture Starts with You, not Your Boss   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Behind every fashion piece is a real human with their own individual identity. No one understands this more than creative geniuses, Drew Ginsburg and Robbin Choi. Drew is Founder and ‘Chief Creative Everything’, while Robbin Choi is the Co-Founder and Fashion Retail Merchandising Consultant for the iconic fashion and jewelry line seen amongst today's celebs - DYLANLEX. They currently have over 420k+ Instagram followers and have a wide spanning reach of influence. Some of their celebrity clients include: Beyonce, Madonna, Cardi B, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Jessica Alba, Alicia Keys, Khloe Kardashian, Gigi Hadid, Dua Lipa, Usher, Jennifer Lopez, Kendall Jenner to name a few!  Get yourself some much needed inspiration and dive into the episode to learn more about blending business with the creative space.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:13] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Drew Ginsburg and Robbin Choi Robbin and Drew gives us a bit of their backgrounds Robbin and Drew’s working relationship Reconnecting with Drew over her new idea  Looking for meaning behind her work  [05:14 - 14:25] Blending Business with Creative Fueling the decision to set out on your own How Robbin felt physically ill working for other people without purpose Are you bored with what you’re doing?  Life is too short not to go out and try Drew and Robbin talks about going into business as a creative  People are inspired by who you are and what you do The power of fashion and accessories Transferring the passion for products to the demand of the market  Study what the markets want and what is working  You have to try something new as an entrepreneur - people like new Trust yourself as the customer  The value of building a brand voice Connecting with your audience’s thoughts  A word from our sponsor [14:26 - 25:20] Giving People a More Human Experience How education comes into selling a new idea  Helping people break through their shyness  You need to see it to believe in it Adding a human touch to the shopping experience Behind fashion is a real human  Making people feel like, ‘this is for you’  Who you know or what you know?  It depends how you use either factor  The example of Drew and Robbin’s networking partnership The power of the celebrity face on your brand  Making the clients feel good about what they’re getting [25:21 - 36:00] Closing Segment  The RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Drew and Robbin - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “You don’t always want to communicate with your words, I think that’s the cool thing about dressing and fashion and accessories: you’re choosing this thing that is immediately telling people what you’re about.” - Robbin Choi “Truly, you’re not going to work with somebody who you don’t value their opinion or don’t inspire you, you are going to people that you trust and then they connect you with other people that they trust.” - Drew Ginsburg   You can connect with Drew and Robbin’s work DYLAN LEX on Instagram. Check out the collection on https://dylanlex.com/: made from artisans from all across the globe.    Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time to co-create your company’s purpose with your employees and your customers! Simon Mainwaring is the Founder and CEO of We First, a strategic consultancy that turns companies into movements by empowering their brands to lead with a purpose larger than themselves. In his book LEAD WITH WE: The Business Revolution That Will Save Our Future, he shows how all of us—from the CEOs of the biggest corporations to exciting entrepreneurs to the everyday consumer—can make more environmentally friendly, purpose-driven, and positively impactful choices in service of everyone’s future. The future of profit is purpose, so jump right in and learn how Simon creates culture, vision and purpose in every brand he works with.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 03:09] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Simon Mainwaring Bio Simon give us a bit of his background  Growing up with the concept of everyone is a ‘Mate’  Shaped with with strong values around people  Simon’s process going through law school  Combining a love for art and law to get advertising [03:10 - 14:47] The Future of Profit is Purpose Simon’s first steps into the advertising space  Falling in love with how brands can tell stories  Going off to London to land a job  Getting recruited  How Simon stepped out and went his own way  Unhappy and unfulfilled but no idea why  Simon’s encounter getting attacked professionally and emotionally Inspired to influence business to make a greater difference  How the future of profit is purpose  Define and position your brand  Culture building  Impact storytelling Why Simon runs a consultancy, not an ad agency  Leading with ‘we’ - how it looks practically  Ask if what you are doing or using is responsible Look at your diversity and inclusion  Questions about why you exist as a company 1. What is your enemy?  2. What are you the only of?  3. When you’re at your best, what are you doing?   Co-create your impact with customers and employees A word from our sponsor [14:48- 21:17] Creating Culture and Buy-In How to get people to buy-in to the vision  It all starts with leadership  Do your research, audit yourself, do a cost-benefit analysis The importance of recognizing individuality within your organization Who you know or what you know?  What you know from life experience  Self fulfillment is important above affirmation from others  The importance of being relational and doing good [21:18 - 28:39] Closing Segment  The RaNDoM RoUnD How to connect with Simon - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “What if we took the power of storytelling across to business to help it do less bad and more good.” - Simon Mainwaring “Define your purpose and then with your employees and your customers co-create the impact in the world that you want that is an expression of that purpose.” - Simon Mainwaring  “If you approach things with gratitude you’ll never feel like you’re missing out.” - Simon Mainwaring Resources Mentioned:  Lead with We We First Branding   Want to connect with Simon? You can follow him on LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram. Discover a radical new vision for business and our future at https://www.leadwithwe.com/.   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you see a world that exists without your product or service in it? If the answer is no, then nothing should stop you from building it. Ankur Jain is the founder and CEO of Kairos HQ, a startup studio aimed at building businesses that make life better and more affordable.Growing up in an entrepreneurial family in the tech space, Ankur went on to be called the best-connected 21-year old in the world by Inc! Ankur found his calling while working on a project for VIP customers at Tinder, when he became excited about how normal people used the platform and about the potential of tech solutions to majorly impact their lives. Tired of watching Silicon Valley venture capitalists blow money into $700 juicers and moon shots instead of solving the actual, real-world problems; Ankur has dedicated his life to solving them himself.Do yourself a huge favor - dive into the episode and find out what Ankur’s real world experience has taught him how to solve real world problems. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:21] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Ankur JainBioAnkur give us a bit of his background Family immigrated in search of the American dreamGrowing up entrepreneurial parents starting from nothingSon to multi-billionaire tech CEO Naveen Jain[05:22 - 18:47] How to Solve Real World ProblemsHow watching his dad grind led Ankur to creating businessesThe key is having relentless persistence Inspired Ankur to start in business at age 11Encouraged to find creative ways to make moneyBuilding up creativity to make money from a young ageCreating business opportunities by solving problems The biggest problems are the biggest opportunitiesYou should care about the problem you are solvingCan you live in a world without your service or product?Navigating the world of startups - it’s not easy Your real relationships are your contacts You need to make sure you chase the goals that matter The story behind Alibaba - ‘we don’t pay attention to other people’Every great disruption starts from incremental evolutions\A word from our sponsor[19:48 - 31:20] Relentless Persistence is the Path to SuccessAnkur talks about struggling through his startup venturesEverything starts out not going according to planThe venture into making life more affordableTrying to get reward points regulated to become legal for home ownershipHow Ankur’s persistence paid offThe power that relationships had in Ankur’s successYou can’t be shy to talk about your ideaNetworking is about real relationships and real valuePartner with the people that share your passionWhat do you stand for? [31:21 - 35:41] Closing Segment Ankur’s advice around time management“Most great companies die from indigestion not starvation”How to connect with Ankur - links belowFinal words  Tweetable Quotes: “That’s the key to building startups, to building companies. It’s having a vision, but it's relentless persistence… Never accepting no for an answer is what led me to create my first company at 11.” - Ankur Jain“Love, money and happiness are the three things that if you chase directly, you never find.” - Ankur Jain“Now that you see in the world with this vision, a world with your product in existence, can you live in a world without it? If the answer is yes, stop wasting your time; and if the answer is no, then nothing should stop you from going out and building it.” - Ankur Jain Want to connect with Ankur? You can follow him on Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn. Check out https://kairoshq.com/ if you want to start making life more affordable.Want to join the waitlist for Ankur's BILT MasterCard? Be one of the first 50 listeners to do the following:Go to BiltRewards.comJoin the waitlist with your email Enter the fast track code BILT4TRAVIS You'll then receive an email to apply Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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 alone.Niyc is a best selling Hay House author, award winning positive psychologist, twice certified high performance coach, and investor! She is founder of the multi million dollar brand Unstoppable Success, creator of The Positive Psychology Coach Academy Certification, and her mission is to help millions of people change their lives through positive psychology and entrepreneurship.Dive back into the show and let’s learn from the master herself how to become unstoppable. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 07:07] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Niyc PidgeonNiyc give us a bit of her background Originally from Newcastle UK Niyc’s building love for reading and writing How reading and taking in content fuels your writing Niyc’s family life and background [07:08 - 20:37] Everything Happens to Serve Your GrowthHow Niyc’s early life informed her career decisions Living in a constant dichotomy Growing up with a strong sense of responsibilityThe influence of Niyc’s father Niyc talks about her college process and experience“How much time do we spend looking at the fielders?” The pivot into psychology A growing love for sports and fitness Looking for the cross between the brain and action How Niyc found her niche The pursuit of personal transformationA love for the journey Taking side steps with the goal in mindLearning to make a passive income Making Elon Musk cry [20:38 - 40:37] How to Become Unstoppable The process of finally making money from passion5 years of grinding through ‘The energy of recommitment’ You need to command a higher level of energy from yourself Niyc tackles the issue of diluting your attention Doing too many things at once You need to focus in on something Pivoting into coaching first  Practical ways Niyc fueled her success in coaching Research and investment strategy Learning from failure Finding success moving from group to one on one coaching When you’re at your wits end, you’re breakthrough is about to come Don’t stop before it comes The fixed mindset vs. the growth mindsetThe learning process along the way There is no ‘one size fits all’ solution [40:38 - 45:02] Closing Segment Now is Your Chance - the ‘why’ behind the bookA tool book to guide you to your successThe power of positive psychology Niyc’s final thoughts on positive psychologyHow to connect with Niyc - links belowFinal words  Tweetable Quotes: “Whether it’s good or bad at the time, it’s always serving our growth. So, one of my favorite phrases, ‘It is what it is.’ We are at - where we are at and it’s perfection… There’s no point in regretting anything.” - Niyc Pidgeon“Even if you’re taking a side step, as long as it’s serving the main goal, then it’s ok.” - Niyc Pidgeon“If you’re just in it for the money, or you’re just in it to do it as quickly as possible, then it’s either never going to happen or it’s never going to last.” - Niyc PidgeonResources Mentioned: Now is Your Chance The 4 Hour Work Week Want to connect with Niyc? You can follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Visit https://www.niycpidgeon.com if you want to become an unstoppable coach.Do business where business is done. Get a $100 advertising credit toward your first LinkedIn campaign.Visit LinkedIn.com/byn today! Terms and conditions apply.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

To create real, sustainable, competitive advantage you can’t just rely on satisfying the people you work with. You need to impress them.Jon Picoult is the founder of Watermark Consulting, a leading customer experience advisory firm that helps companies impress customers and inspire employees, creating raving fans that drive business growth. Princeton-trained in cognitive science, Jon has advised C-suite leaders at some of the world’s top companies, spanning Allstate to AT&T to Becton Dickinson. His insights have been featured by The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, The Economist, Inc., NBC News and Forbes.com(where he’s a regular contributor). His landmark study on the ROI of customer experience is one of the most widely cited pieces of research in his industry. Join in on today’s episode if you want to learn how to take your customers and clients from impressed to obsessed. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 06:35] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Jon PicoultJon give us a bit of his background How Jon’s experience taught him empathy Background in programing and AI College pathwayGoing from Comp Sci to the business world[06:36 - 22:05] Take Customers from Impressed to ObsessedJon talks about his early careerLearning the emotional resonance of the experience you bringBuilding relationships with advertisers and listeners in the music spaceHow you present yourself matters Bringing the value before the ‘ask’ Build and deliver expectations Bringing confidence to the table without sacrificing authenticityHow Jon scaled to consulting high level companies on their messaging What is takes for an organization to connect with their audienceRealize each of your functioning silos Getting buy-in from people to align with your vision Make sure the metrics aren’t undermining your goalYou’re customer’s voice is more important than analytics Make heroes - show people what ‘right’ looks like[22:06 - 25:52] Aspire to Inspire - Creating Memorable ImpressionsKey takeaways from Impressed to ObsessedAspiring to satisfaction is mediocrity You need to impressHow to create loyal customersSatisfied customers defectMemory of the experience is more important than experience itselfHow to get the book - Links below[25:53 - 30:48] Closing Segment Who you know or What you know? Idealism vs. pragmatism Who you know tends to pull ahead of what you knowRaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with Jon - links belowFinal words  Tweetable Quotes: “Ultimately, people’s purchase behaviors and referral behaviors are going to be largely influenced not by a logical, rational experience that they’re getting from a business - they’re really going to be influenced by how they feel.” - Jon Picoult“You have a tremendous opportunity to show people what ‘right’ looks like…” - Jon Picoult“If you are aspiring to satisfy your customers, then you are aspiring to mediocrity… to create real, sustainable, competitive advantage you can’t just rely on satisfying the people you work with. You need to impress them.” - Jon PicoultResources Mentioned: From Impressed to Obsessed Want to connect with Jon? You can follow him on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Check out https://watermarkconsult.net/ if you want to impress your customers, and inspire your employees. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Right now, ButcherBox is offering new members a 10-14 pound turkey FREE in their first box. Just go to Butcherbox.com/TRAVIS to sign up today! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s so bittersweet to be here announcing that this will be the final episode of the Build Your Network Podcast; but bigger and better things are in the making.  I can’t thank you all enough for doing this journey with us and hopefully you gained a TON of value from listening in!  Be sure to tune into this episode as we wrap things up, share a bit about the experience we gained along the way, and talk about where we’re heading next and what you can look forward to in the near future! Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 02:30] Opening Segment  Welcome and thank you for being with us  Inviting Eric to come on with me  [02:31 - 12:21] Just Get Started I talk a bit about the early days of the podcast  In between living situations  The struggles just to get started  What it was like interviewing for the first time Stories and experience  Shifting into a comfortable interview style A word from our sponsor [12:22 - 20:44] What’s Next? The moment of ‘I can do this!’ Getting a hold of people bigger than you  Where we’re heading now  Cultivating new ideas  Venturing out of the entrepreneurial space  Everything is going to stay here  Make sure to stay subscribed here! “Travis Interviews”  “Travis Reacts”  [20:45 - 22:33] Closing Segment - Thank You Make a quick post of your memory with us Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “If you really just put your mind to something, stick to the long game, do the right things, treat people the right way and keep that goal in mind - then you can accomplish a lot more things than you think that you can.” - Travis Chappell “We’re basically rebranding the show to become the ‘Travis Interviews Show…’ The conversations will be able to be a little bit of a deeper dive, a little bit more in depth.” - Travis Chappell “Thank you so much for tuning in and for the last time: You have been listening to the Build Your Network Podcast.” - Travis Chappell   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When your natural reaction to falling is to immediately get back up, eventually the win will come. Kelly Gunther is an American speed skater who participated most recently in the 2014 Winter Olympics. After a devastating injury, Kelly was able to return to skating and set two personal best times in November 2011. She is now a coach who believes everyone has a chance at achieving their dreams by discovering their own strengths. Kelly embodies the ideals of building a network by constantly surrounding herself with inspiring people who push her to be her best.  Let’s dive into Kelly’s story and learn how pushing through with fearless determination brought her success even when she was discounted. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:18] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest,  Kelly shares some background on her story Shy growing up with a learning disability  Finding herself in skating  Revisiting her high school later on [05:19 - 22:33] Pushing Through with Fearless Determination Kelly talks about the biggest influences in her life  Her mother and coach  What separates Kelly from other skaters  Using the drive deep inside  A hunger to keep learning  The mental hurdles of competition  Going in fearless The importance of faith Push through or pivot? Listen to your mind and body  Keeping doing it as long as you love it Being bigger than the Olympics ‘Becoming Kelly’ A word from our sponsor [22:34 - 34:26] Kelly Gunther on Building Your Network Pulling in experiences into the business world The value of pushing yourself Not ‘Yet’ Who you know or what you know? The importance of connections Using who you know to get where you want Using your voice How Clubhouse helped Kelly Setting up a network Paid vs. organic networking Principles for people seeking mentorship Gravitate towards natural connection [34:27 - 37:56] Closing Segment  The RaNdoM RoUnd How to connect with Kelly - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “I'm not the best skater, and I'm not the worst skater, but I'm going to be there no matter what, and I'm gonna work hard.” - Kelly Gunther “I was just used to it - that if you get knocked down you get back up again.” - Kelly Gunther “What's so important to me is that I want to be bigger than the Olympics, because that's who I am. I'm just ‘Kelly’ that made one dream come true.” - Kelly Gunther   You can connect with Kelly on Instagram and Twitter. Go to https://www.kellyguntherspeaker.com/ for even more inspiration.    Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The gap between the people that have and the ones that don’t - is what they know. Billy Gene is the owner of a multi-million dollar ad agency that revolutionizes education by teaching entrepreneurial skills you’ll never learn in school. In this episode you’ll get a rare insider look at the story behind Billy: what drives him, and how we can find whatever success looks like for us if you learn this one thing that helps you stand out and stay memorable: Confidence.  Jump into this amped up episode and learn from the master of marketing himself, Billy Gene. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:13] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Billy Gene Head over to https://guestio.com to connect to high-level guests What is exciting Billy right now! Billy shares his thoughts on schooling The scam of college  The Gene pool vision [05:14 - 22:23] Learning How to Struggle Well Billy shares some background on his story Getting into sales while in school Seeing the disparity between workers and owners  Thoughts on money growing up  Getting into areas of struggle on purpose The value of learning struggle  Don’t feel bad for what you’re blessed with Billy talks about getting into business The effect on his parents  Getting to a point of struggle A word from our sponsor [22:24 - 30:44] Confidence is King How confidence makes all the difference Confidence comes from results Results come from practice  Confidence is not arrogance  Actively growing confidence Feeding off of the micro-wins  Confidence is transferable  Be willing to start from the bottom  People like having the excuse to quit [30:45 - 43:31] Closing Segment  Who you know or What you know?  You have to have both -  bring something to the table The value exchange  Billy’s examples of adding value Be okay when you hear no  Billy’s advice on networking Follow the trends The RaNdoM RoUnd How to connect with Billy - links below Final words    Tweetable Quotes:  “The gap between the people that have and don’t - is what they know.” - Billy Gene “You should never do a business you don’t love.” - Billy Gene “You have to be confident because you get to this point where nobody will believe in you because they’ve never accomplished it themselves… confidence is the only thing that gets you through.” - Billy Gene Resources Mentioned:  Billy Gene is Marketing Offends the Internet   You can connect with Billy on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Go to https://billygeneismarketing.com/ for more world-class tips on marketing.   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connect and engage with Jay on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Check out https://www.abraham.com/ for more of the world’s highest quality marketing tips. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Felicia Romero, host of the Diet Dropout, Melanie Parish, Master Certified Coach, and Kelly Roach, Former Fortune 500 executive share lessons from their coaching careers! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a successful 19-year career in the clothing business, Michael Coles tested his entrepreneurial skills in 1977, when he co-founded Great American Cookie Company with an investment of only $8,000. When he started the Great American Cookie Company, there were three major cookie companies in business. One had almost 100 stores and the other two had 50 each. When he sold the company in 1998 with sales over $100 million, the Great American Cookie Company was the largest franchisor of cookie stores with the other companies having already closed down. He is now a transformational leader and the author of Time to Get Tough.  Let’s dive in and hear more from Michael how he created the $100 Million Cookie Company.  Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:42] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Michael Coles Bio  Make sure to check out guestio.com  Michael gives us some background on her story Growing up in Buffalo, NY  Going through bankruptcy as a family  Deciding to set out and start working at 13  School life  [06:43 - 19:16] The $100 Million Cookie Company    Michael talks about his social circles and work life growing up  The impact of his mentor  Michael shares about his life after high school  Moving in with his brother  Getting into college Encouraged to work first before college  The job that propelled Michael forward Managing a rough territory in a clothing business  Growing accounts for almost 3 years  Setting out into Detroit  Michael’s journey into the cookie industry  A word from our sponsors  [19:17 - 28:46] Time to Get Tough Michael shares how his accident set up the rest of his life  Being told your limits  Beginning to get his life back Lessons from setting records in biking  Learning about business  We learn more from our mistakes  The story behind Caribou Coffee Creating loyalty  Making decisions as the CEO  Getting held back by ‘good’  [28:47 - 36:30] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know  Learn what you don’t know  Surround yourself with the right people  Michael’s advice around mentorship and coaching  ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Michael Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “You just don’t realize the impact you might have on somebody’s life.” - Michael Coles “You got two choices: you can just give up, or you can say, ‘I’m going to finish this, I’m going to learn from it so I can move on so I don’t make the same mistakes…” - Michael Coles Resources Mentioned:  Time to Get Tough Caribou Coffee Execution The Reckoning Connect and engage with Michael on LinkedIn. Check out https://michaelcoles.com/ and secure your key to success. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everything rises and falls on leadership, and good leaders are the ones who know how to be flexible. John C Maxwell is the author of the book Leadershift and number one NYT Bestselling author, coach, and speaker. John has been called the number one leader in business by the AMA and the world’s most influential leadership expert by Inc. in this episode he talks about how to gain real influence with people, and some of the questions he asked when he first spent time with John Wooden, as well as what to expect from his latest books.  Let’s dive in and learn from one of the greats himself on how great leaders know how to shift. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:33] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, John Maxwell Bio  Make sure to check out guestio.com  John gives us some background on her story Wonderful family background  Learning leadership by example  Career journey and the growth of his mission [05:34 - 12:57] Great Leaders Know How to Shift How John’s formal training in ministry informed his skills as a leader Seeing a rare opportunity to influence people  Why you need to read Leadershift Leadership is always changing  You need to learn how to be flexible and shift The best leaders are quick to start  A word from our sponsors  [12:58 - 22:06] John Maxwell on Building Your Network How to build relationships the right way  Influence through adding value to people  The example of Dale Carnegie Are you a plus or a minus in relationships? 5 things to do to change your life Start valuing people  Think of ways to add value to people  Look for ways to add value specifically  Everyday, DO things that add value Encourage others to do the same  Who you know or what you know? Who you know won’t help without what you know  Maximise what you know by who you know  Do you want to have fans or friends? [22:07 - 26:04] Closing Segment ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with John Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “What is needed for a person to become successful in life? If I could teach a person how to lead and influence others, if I could teach people how to train, raise and equip others, then that person, regardless of their occupation… could probably be very successful.” - John C Maxwell “Everything rises and falls on leadership.” - John C Maxwell “Leaders see more than others see, and they see before others see.” - John C Maxwell Resources Mentioned:  Leadershift: The 11 Essential Changes Every Leader Must Embrace 25 Ways to Win with People Connect and engage with John on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Check out https://www.johnmaxwell.com/ and learn from the undisputed best in leadership. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter where you come from or what your background is, anyone can achieve the height of their dreams if they know how. To learn more, today we have Mehak Vohra with us.  Mehak is the Founder and CEO of SkillBank, a company that empowers people to reach their potential through education. Dropping out of college to pursue a startup career, her agency generated millions of views every month for her clients. She went on to work with VCs, startups, CNN analysts, New York Times best-selling authors, and anyone that wanted to build a brand and grow their user base. Let’s get started and find out more about how Mehak gained millions of views for her clients by focussing on growing her niche.  Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:45] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Mehak Vohra Bio  Mehak gives us some background on her story Family background Quiet and reserved growing up Developing an interest in coding and tech Going into college  Dropping out to focus on business  [06:46 - 14:49] Getting Millions of Views on Marketing Ads by Niching Down Transitioning from West Virginia to Silicon Valley Navigating the culture shock  Open to more opportunities Mehak talks about the process of building SkillBank Building up a portfolio and network LinkedIn marketing Learning the ins and outs of finance and marketing  Niching down to one thing It provides clarity  Offer the one thing you’re good at and scale it A word from our sponsors  [14:50 - 28:14] Mehak Vohra on Building Your Network How Mehak helps others build up their businesses  The importance of mentorship and practice  Niching down on targeted education  The shortage of education around useful marketing practices  Mehak’s advice on developing your marketing craft Start getting hands on experience Who you know or what you know?  Mehak talks about the importance of what you know  Mehak’s thoughts around college education  Still a valuable experience  How SkillBank provides value to people who want to get started   [28:15 - 31:54] Closing Segment ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Mehak Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I don’t think your zip code, or where you’re from, or your financial background should keep you from achieving your dreams if you want to.” - Mehak Vohra “When you have a standardized offering you become known as THAT person… I’ve built my brand around being the ‘LinkedIn girl.’” - Mehak Vohra Resources Mentioned:  SkillBank Connect and engage with Mehak on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter. Check out https://themehakvohra.com/ and kickstart your career marketing. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connect and engage with Kristin on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Check out http://klbmllc.com/ and learn more about their world class business management.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With great money comes great responsibility; so how do you manage it and who helps you in the process? Kristin Lee is an accountant and business manager focusing on intricate international tax and business structures for a myriad of clients. Kristin has worked at some of the top business management firms in the world throughout her career before starting KLBM, a company providing a full range of business management and accounting services to musicians, athletes, writers, actors, producers, labels, and other high net worth individuals and companies all over the world.  Dive into this episode and learn some practical knowledge about how Kristin helps high net worth individuals and entities manage their money. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:21] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Kristin Lee Bio  Kristin gives us some background on her story A love for performance and music  Following the business path  Getting into the passionate side of business and accounting  [05:22 - 21:01] How High Net worth People Manage Their Money Transitioning from traditional accounting to the creative space  Avoiding the emergency point  Don’t be afraid to delegate  How much should education come into play vs. delegation  Due diligence is still important  When it’s time to outsource  Business mistakes people should avoid early on  The issue of not forming your business correctly  Watch out for taxes  General, legal tax saving tips  A word from our sponsors  [21:02 - 37:20] Kristin Lee on Building Your Network Kristin talks about the process of growing her firm  Who you know or what you know? A lot of growth due to who you know How to stay on top of the mind of clients Be the best and take care of your clients Working through the pandemic  Having the right systems and people in place The role masterminds and mentorships played in Kristin’s success  Having good bosses who trained well Connections that led to success  How Kristin would build up her network from ground zero Persistence and alignment with the right people  Annoying persistence vs. Professionalism  [37:21 - 45:46] Closing Segment ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Kristin  Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I would encourage people to not be afraid to delegate because then you can really focus on things that are growing your business, growing your brand, making you - you.” - Kristin Lee “Every situation can provide a new challenge… We can always get better, and I’m not afraid to change or update something that doesn’t work, just because we’ve done it ‘that way’ for so long.” - Kristin Lee Resources Mentioned:  KLBM Kristin Lee Clubhouse Connect and engage with Kristin on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Check out http://klbmllc.com/ and learn more about their world class business management.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan Krueger, founder of LionsGate Advisors, Jason Hartman, founder of Platinum Properties Investor Network, Inc. and Daniel Blue, President of Quest Education, share their tips for financial success. Key Takeaways: You have to confront your negative worldview toward money. Money is neutral. How you use it determines whether it is good or bad. The media focuses on cyclical markets, but most of the world is a linear real estate market. You must duplicate yourself to continue growing. Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements: https://travischappell.com/  Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a small business, how do you stand out in a crowded marketplace? Gordon Henry is a master at building businesses from good to great. Gordon is the Chief Strategy Officer of Thryv, Inc. a company giving small businesses the software and resources they need to excel.  His experience also includes his time as chief marketing officer for Yellowbook, where he managed print and online products for the company’s 700,000 advertisers and 5,000-member salesforce. Gordon was credited with building the company’s brand into a household name growing it from $500 million in revenue to $2 billion. Let’s tune in and learn how to stand out and make your small business thrive.  Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 04:30] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Gordon Henry Bio  Gordon gives us some background on her story Athletic in school  An early interest in journalism Moving into marketing  The inspiration for journalism  Gordon talks about his pivot into marketing  [04:31 - 20:01] How to Make Your Small Business Thrive Gordon talks about the biggest changes in marketing  No more friction in the process  Biggest mistakes and wins in small businesses during the pandemic A look at the service sector  Communicating with clients effectively The importance of CRM  Building confidence Gordon shares about the mission behind Thryv Generating leads for small businesses Your database is key  When it’s time to implement this tool  A word from our sponsors  [20:02 - 29:38] Gordon Henry on Building Your Network How Gordon recommends to maintain your own personal touch Examples and advice Who you know or what you know? The importance of mentors  The value of your own network of peers  Gordon’s thoughts on paid masterminds and networking  How networking impacted Gordon’s journey  More the way than the what Advice for young people on their business path The example of fighter pilots  [29:39 - 38:34] Closing Segment ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Gordon  Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “If you’re a business that wants to be relevant in 2021 and going forward you have to be communicating with people on their smartphone…” - Gordon Henry  “The mission we really set out was to empower small businesses to be able to compete in this landscape and do it at a price point they can handle.” - Gordon Henry Resources Mentioned:  Thryv Pay Connect and engage with Gordon directly at gordon.henry@thryv.com or on LinkedIn. Check out the website https://corporate.thryv.com/ and make your business thrive!  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time to go from ‘what if’ to ‘what’s next?’ Genecia Alluora is a former Miss Singapore and the Founder of Soul Rich Woman,South East Asia's leading network for female entrepreneurs connecting 12,000+ women and 200,000 subscribers across the region. Genecia believes that networks help women to build their brand recognition and online reputation as a leader. Her goal is to get them more customers, confidence and credibility - while making a positive impact in the world, with her work greatly influencing Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia. So much practical wisdom today. Let’s get right into the episode and learn more from Genecia how having no other choice but to succeed will push you to go all in and all out! Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 04:58] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Genecia Alluora  Bio  Genecia gives us some background on her story Supporting herself through school  Taking up and teaching unique certifications  Bullied in school for not having the newest stuff [04:59 - 20:17] No Other Choice but to Succeed Genecia talks about going from survival to building bigger things Leaving a profession to join as Miss Singapore  The impact of her network  Overcoming the insecurity to pursue something uncomfortable Grit and determination  Taught the value of exchange  Genecia shares her thoughts on risk Getting passed the what if to what’s next Go all in and all out  Overcoming something bigger than your capacity Resourcefulness and visualization  Practical example  [20:18 - 25:45] Own and Love the F Word  How Genecia is helping other women take control of their success Inspired by a life of freedom  Crossing the million dollar line  Showing others it’s possible  A word from our sponsors How to get started Start with the end in mind  The importance of pivoting online  Visualize your ideal then reverse engineer  [25:46 - 32:17] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? The analogy of an author  Genecia’s top networking tip - Be yourself  ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Genecia Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Turn your mess into your message…” - Genecia Alluora  “I really believe in taking risks, because that's what life is all about…  Because what's a breakthrough when there is no risk involved?” - Genecia Alluora “Is it that I'm limited by my limitations, or am I limited by my resourcefulness?” - Genecia Alluora  Resources Mentioned:  Soul Why Connect and engage with Genecia on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Check out https://www.soulrichwoman.com/ and become the entrepreneur you were meant to be.   Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Longevity in making something great is not only about the quality of the product but the quality of the experience and a love for the people you do it with. Casey Patterson is an executive producer who has been nominated for four Emmy awards and two PJ Awards, and head of Casey Patterson entertainment. She has created an array of groundbreaking programming including the breakout hit-series Lip Sync Battle, Netflix's A Very Murray Christmas, Spike's One Night Only: Alec Baldwin, Rock the Troops with Dwayne Johnson's Seven Bucks Productions, The Concert of the Century at the White House, Saturday Night Live 25th Anniversary Special, and so much more!  An incredible guest today. Let’s jump right in and learn how this Emmy Nominated Producer accomplished her dreams by doing something bigger than herself. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:15] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Casey Patterson Bio  Casey gives us some background on her story Influenced and inspired by MTV  A movement for adolescents  A part of something bigger  Growing up in St. Croix and England [05:16 - 12:41] Doing Something Bigger than Yourself Starting a career in entertainment as a talent booker  Being moved by content  The usual career path  Making something the talent wants to do  Building authority and experience  How Casey made the leap into management  A value for the voice of the demographic  Best idea wins - spot bonus  How relationships played a huge role in Casey’s career  The importance of like minded people  A word from our sponsors  [12:42 - 17:07] Love the Story You’re A Part of  Casey shares what drives her to find success A love for creators and the creative process How to have longevity  Work with the people you adore  Quality of product and experience  [17:08 - 20:15] Closing Segment The story and impact behind the recent Emmy nomination  How to engage with Casey Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I felt like I was a part of something bigger than myself… That was my first real understanding into the context of what a good brand really is and that is to stand for something bigger than just the product.” - Casey Patterson “You have to love the community and you have to love the content and you have to respect that connection which is precious…” - Casey Patterson “I think it’s important to carve out enough time and breathing room when making things to enjoy the making of things and enjoy the people you’re doing it with.” - Casey Patterson Connect and engage with Casey on Instagram and Twitter. Go to http://caseypattersonent.com/ for more upcoming and exciting content. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an increasingly isolated and suspicious society, we may be losing out on an incredible superpower that opens doors and actively improves our lives - the ability to talk to strangers. Joe Keohane is a New York-based writer and editor who has held high-level editorial positions with, or written for, Esquire, Medium, Entrepreneur, The New York Times, the Boston Globe, the New Yorker, and New York Magazine writing on everything from politics, to travel, to social science, business, and technology. He is now the author of his first book, The Power of Strangers: The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World. Let’s dive right in and learn from Joe how the power of talking to strangers can not only build your network, but directly affect you as a person.  Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:29] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Joe Keohane  Want better interviews? Go to Guestio.com  Joe gives us some background on his story Growing up in a social family Athletic as a kid  Falling in with the artistic crowd  Going into the job world  [06:30 - 18:50] The Power of Talking to Strangers Joe talks about his start into writing How Joe began to network  Writing to other writers about their work  Joe’s college experience Joe talks about how he got networking for writing  Going to people who are doing what you want  Sticking with the responsive people  It should be a pleasurable experience Follow your curiosity not an agenda  A word from our sponsors  [18:51 - 33:29] The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World The inspiration for the book  The rise of isolation  The benefits of talking to strangers The individual benefits  The social benefits  The example of Braver Angles  Talking to people who disagree with you  Talking to people to expand yourself  [33:30 - 37:29] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Without who you know, what you know makes no difference  We are social creatures  ThE RanDoM RoUnD How to engage with Joe Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I haven’t applied for a job in 10 years… My network does everything for me, it’s amazing.” - Joe Keohane “People fail at networking when they think it’s like eating your vegetables, it should be pleasurable, and indulging your curiosity.” - Joe Keohane “If you want to talk to someone you have to be willing to change, you have to be open to what they’re saying… a real conversation can actually change you.” - Joe Keohane Resources Mentioned:  The Power of Talking to Strangers Conversation - Theodore Zeldin Religion for Atheists Connect and engage with Joe on Twitter and LinkedIn. Go to https://joekeohane.net/ to learn more about the power of talking to strangers.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As an entrepreneur, you know that the key to the success of any venture or project is knowing when it’s time to pivot and being intentional about it. Ryan Wenger, LA Magazine featured ‘superlawyer’ turned travel business innovator, is the Founder and CEO of WhereTo, a travel business manager for travel business managers. Ryan is on a mission to make traveling cheaper and easier for all people. He has raised over $10 million in venture capital, brought together a team of world class engineers and executives, and helped build two platforms used by millions, one of which was acquired by Flight Centre. Let’s dig into this episode and learn more from Ryan about how to know when it’s time to pivot, and how to do it effectively.  Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 07:12] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Ryan Wenger Want better interviews? Go to Guestio.com  Ryan gives us some background on his story Growing up in Woodstock, New York Parents’ career and lifestyle High School experience College experience  Going into Law [07:13 - 18:04] How to Know When to Pivot Ryan shares about his experience transitioning from law Always experimental at heart The inspiration to go into ‘travel’ Getting investors through telling stories Building a new platform  Building and launching process  Getting passed the learning curves  The story of going viral and getting millions of users Getting key partnerships  How to know when to pivot  A glaringly obvious point  Put your problems into perspective A word from our sponsors  [18:05 - 26:44] How to Pivot Well Getting into uncomfortable positions to move forward  The key to success  Playing the numbers game  How relationships come into play  Being a good networker  Ryan’s partnership experience  The levels of investors  How to know when to hand over leadership Knowing when someone can do a better job [26:45 - 34:34] Closing Segment What’s next for Ryan? Getting acquired by Flight Centre  Merging strengths  Seeing it all stand on its own  Who you know or what you know? Your network is what helps or hurts your company  It’s ok to start from zero if you put in the work ThE RanDoM RoUnD How to engage with Ryan Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I loved jumping into ideas and seeing if I could bring them to light.” - Ryan Wenger “You have to take an honest look at your problems and think about the pivot opportunity and weigh the cost and the benefits.” - Ryan Wenger Resources Mentioned:  WhereTo WhereFor The Lean Startup The Art of the Start Connect and engage with Ryan on LinkedIn and Twitter. Check out https://ryanwenger.com/ to get your hands on some more awesome content and tips. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everybody has the potential for success, but too few actually develop the plan. Dr. Ruth Gotian is the Chief Learning Officer and Assistant Professor of Education in Anesthesiology. She has been named by the journal Nature and Columbia University as an expert in mentorship and leadership development. She is also a contributor to Forbes and Psychology Today where she publishes her research about the mindset and skill set of peak performers, including Nobel laureates, astronauts and Olympic champions which has also inspired her newest book, The Success Factor. Jump in as we learn more from Dr. Gotian about the success factor and the mindset we need to be high achievers. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:54] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Dr. Ruth Gotian Dr. Gotian gives us some background on his story Always the one who was different  Growing up during specific gender roles  Career today  Surrounded by successful people Building on experiences  [05:55 - 14:52] Opening Your Mind to Find Truth Exposure to new ideas during college Dr. Gotian’s college experience The value of learning HOW to think  Getting her doctorate  Parsing through what is ‘true’ Textbooks are not gospel There are no one right ways to do something  Navigating a breakdown of world views  Trial and error  Expose yourself to different sources  Making your own informed decision  A word from our sponsors  [14:53 - 24:52] The Success Factor The pillars of high achievers Intrinsically motivated A high level of perseverance  Strong foundation  Everyone can become a high achiever You need to have a plan Passion audit How to see the passion in others See what they do during down time  Not what but WHO you want to be What problem do you want to solve [24:53 - 36:01] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Who is critical because they open doors  Dr. Gotian’s example  Choosing the right advice  Do your research  Do what’s important  Freedom vs. commitment  The importance of mentorship and masterminds  Mix things up  ThE RanDoM RoUnD How to engage with Dr. Gotian  Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I quickly realized that people’s definition of what I should do was based on their limited view. But the more I saw and the more I talked to people… I got to see what else is out there.” - Dr. Ruth Gotian  “I think everybody has the potential but not everyone has the plan… What is that blueprint for success that you can adapt to your own life?” - Dr. Ruth Gotian “If you want to have impact, you need to do something important.” - Dr. Ruth Gotian Resources Mentioned:  The Success Factor Take the Passion Audit Connect and engage with Dr. Gotian on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Check out https://www.ruthgotian.com/ to learn from the Top30 Management Thinker.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever been told, “you’re not good enough?” If you’ve been told that, or you’re thinking it now, then it's the very next steps you take that will determine your outcome. Jeremy Herider was a man starting from nothing and is now a former Pro Baseball player turned Productivity coach.He is the CPO (Chief Productivity Officer) at Keller Williams VIP Realty and Founder of OptimalSelf. Jeremy has a passion to help and teach people how to build a team and expand across local and regional markets. His mission is to assist people in building careers worth having, businesses worth owning and lives worth living as well as creating habits for success that cross generational lines. He is also the host of the podcast Optimal Self.Dive into Jeremy’s inspiring story and our conversation about having no excuses and taking responsibility for your optimal self.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:57] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Jeremy Herider Jeremy gives us some background on his storyParents and upbringing Struggling financially growing up Baseball player from birth [07:58 - 28:41] No Excuses, Taking Responsibility for Your Optimal SelfJeremy’s thoughts on creating success from nothingMaking it your passion Unlocking your own personal powerLeaving your prison Getting out of the pastEven in the ‘glory days’ can be prison Creating your next level It’s your choice Jeremy’s experience on the drive to improveWhen expectations don’t meet the narrative “Because you weren’t good enough” “What are you going to do about it?”What to do when you’re not good enoughCompounding hard work over time A word from our sponsors[28:42 - 49:34] How You are Here is How You are EverywhereThe balance between hard work and natural born talent Opinions should not motivate you, good or badBeing the best you at everything you do Curating your passion Elevating your hard work to all areas of your lifeWe all have the ability to learn in common Success comes from learning Your life is in seasons Constantly working on yourself in each season Don’t attach your identity to just one thing What you do is not who you are Your ‘Google Review’ What do you want to say about yourself[49:35 - 1:02:57] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?Would not be here without others Seeking knowledge from people who have done it Implementation is power Knowledge is no good with people around you ThE RanDoM RoUnDHow to engage with Jeremy Links below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “The moment you will take responsibility for everything in your life, is the moment you unlock your own personal power to have anything in your life.” - Jeremy Herider“The worst prison in the world is the one you don’t even know you’re in… They are locked in because they’re a prisoner of the past.” - Jeremy Herider“Do you want to be the kid that makes it as a 12 year old? Or do you want to be the kid at 22 that’s running on the field in front of 50,000 people? Your choice, how are you gonna play it?” - Jeremy Herider Resources Mentioned: Optimal Self: The Art of Becoming the Best Version of Yourself7 Habits of Highly Effective People Optimal Self YouTubeConnect and engage with Jeremy on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Check out https://www.optimalself.today/ and start becoming the best version of you. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When you start from nothing, you have nothing to lose - and that is what can give you the grit and ambition to continue. Starting from nothing, Shaahin Cheyene dropped out of high school and went on to discover that you can't learn the principles that make you wealthy in this economy at any school.Starting his work at the age of 16, he made over a billion dollars by the time he was 18. Shaahin is the serial entrepreneur who invented Herbal Ecstasy, The Vapir Vaporizer and is now a leading Amazon seller and top consultant for people who want to make millions in sales. He is also the author of the new book Billion: How I Became King of the Thrill Pill Cult. Let’s dive into Shaahin’s incredible story and experience and learn how this top Amazon consultant and seller made a billion dollars in sales.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:54] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Shaahin CheyeneShaahin gives us some background on his storyImmigrated to America from Iran Everyday is survival The pressures of cultural expectations Stories from upbringing [06:55 - 18:05] Breaking a Billion in SalesShaahin talks about carving his own path in life Not fitting in as a kidFinding a culture to fit inWho is making the money? The idea to sell a legal pill Success using a drug dealing formatBreaking a Billion Dollars in sales Distribution is key to everything The experience and after effectsDealing with the adversity [18:06 - 35:31] The Relentless Drive to Keep GoingIt’s easier to sell success than work for it Shiny object syndrome Staying relentless even when you don’t need to Driven by excitement The importance of tunnel visionMaking money doesn’t have to be a struggle Chase excellence and money is a byproduct Developing and cultivating the mindsetFrom me to what From what to how Find the distribution Come to the table with excellence How to become bulletproofThe 4 pillars1. Build a foundation 2. Have other investments3. Real Estate4. Have an ecommerce business A word from our sponsors[35:32 - 44:42] Shaahin Cheyene on Building Your NetworkGetting into ecommerce Resources belowWho you know or what you know? In the absence of performance it’s all networking The example of BasquiatNetwork amplifies what you know Building your networkShare opportunities and bring people upKnowledge, courage, and action [44:43 - 55:17] Closing SegmentThE RanDoM RoUnDHow to engage with Shaahin Links below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “I started to learn that, hey, you know, if you know how to deal with people, and if you can think outside the box that things are possible beyond what other people believe - they are!” - Shaahin Cheyene“We had created a distribution system that nobody had ever seen before and dominated an entire industry… First thing I realized was that distribution is the key to everything.”- Shaahin Cheyene“When you start from nothing, you have nothing to lose. And it's that mentality for me that has given me the grit, the drive and the ambition to continue.” - Shaahin CheyeneResources Mentioned: Billion: How I Became King of the Thrill Pill CultThink and Grow RichBILLION podcastHack & Grow RichFree Amazon Mastery CourseThe Trick to Money is Having SomeHow to be Unreasonably SuccessfulConnect and engage with Shaahin on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Check out https://www.shaahincheyenne.com/ and become a master at selling on Amazon.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What defines a great leader is how they face challenges. Being told he wasn’t good enough, was the fuel for the fire that drove Sam Palazzolo forward into success. Today, Sam is an Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist, Author, Leadership Professor, and Nonprofit Philanthropist, who brings a variety of value creation topics to entrepreneurs and business leaders. His ideas and actionable takeaways are captured in his five books, the most recent being The Influential Leader: Leading at the Tip of the Spear. Let’s dive into Sam’s story and talk about how to become an influential leader. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:15] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Sam Palazzolo  Sam gives us some background on his story Born and raised in Detroit Modest upbringing  Pushed to get good grades Always looking for useful information [06:16 - 13:01] The Minor Victories Leading to Success From assembly line to corporate job Getting invited by Vanderbilt University Rewarding your accomplishments The parallel of parenting and leadership  Having people figure things out  [13:02 - 20:29] Becoming an Influential Leader Pivoting out of a corporate job Joining a consultancy  Going out on his own Leadership development Building up a tech startup  Tip of the Spear What they do  The venture side  Sam talks about the value of his book  A catalyst to start bigger things  A word from our sponsor [20:30 - 27:37] Closing Segment Who you know, or what you know? Both: subject matter expert combined with leveraging relationships How networking led Sam to opportunity  The rule of 3 Takeaways from the Influential Leader A lot of leadership books lack tactical steps  Giving practical action steps  ‘The people moment’  How to engage with Sam Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I love it when people tell me, ‘you can’t do it,’ or ‘your best isn’t good enough…’ Those are the fuel moments that cause me to build fire; that’s what makes me drive down the highway faster.” - Sam Palazzolo “You gotta have those milestones that allow you to, kind of, tick off some success… You gotta give yourself some credit for the victories you accomplish.” - Sam Palazzolo Resources Mentioned:  The Influential Leader: Leading at the Tip of the Spear The Javelin Institute Transformation Self-Assessment Success Questions for every leader Connect and engage with Sam on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Check out https://tipofthespearventures.com/ to learn more about creating a great organization. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re on social media, have websites, looking to grow a client base, and have plenty of content, you absolutely should be leveraging Pinterest to promote yourself. Laura Rike is a Pinterest Strategist who helps high-performing business owners implement content growth plans, outsource their visibility and steadily grow their monthly revenue through her signature growth to greatness framework with done for you services and course packages. In this episode, Laura offers advice on best practices and a Pinterest toolkit that will jumpstart your success today! Let’s jump right in and learn more about how Pinterest can build your business.  Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 07:20] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Laura Rike Laura gives us some background on his story Energetic and extraverted  Background in design Parents’ career background and support The moment of switching directions Getting work virtually  [07:21 - 23:23] How Pinterest Can Build Your Business How Laura began getting clients after the pivot  Years of work niching down  The importance of saying no Laura’s advice on Pinterest as a tool for business  Don’t think of it as social media but as search Give solutions to potential problems Who should be using Pinterest Getting into the video world  Examples of what you can do Relating your content to the clientele  Test out different content Focus on quality of content A word from our sponsor [23:24 - 35:40] Laura Rike on Building Your Network Biggest missteps in Pinterest marketing Not taking time for the foundation of the profile  Not giving it enough time Who you know or what you know? They play into each other  What you know helps who you connect with  You can always leverage who you know  How credibility of your network can affect your Pinterest 99% of the content should be yours  The 1% is communities  How a podcast can be leveraged  Bringing people into your ecosystem  Using Pinterest as a redirection site [35:41 - 47:47] Closing Segment How to get started! Links below  ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Laura Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “If you start to think about how you can market yourself with someone who is searching for a solution to a problem that they have, that’s really how you’re going to be successful on the platform.” - Laura Rike  “It doesn’t have to be perfect if it’s quality content.” - Laura Rike “I help you grow your audience, grow your authority, and grow your traffic using the power of Pinterest; so that you can increase your email leads while, I say, flooding your bank account with ‘mula!’” - Laura Rike Resources Mentioned:  Pinterest Toolkit Pintastic Jumpstart Pintastic Rock Star Connect and engage with Laura on Twitter, LinkedIn, and of course Pinterest! Check out https://laurarike.com/ and start making your Pinterest profitable. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a huge opportunity out there to build a sustainable long term model that is good for consumers and good for your business and no one understands models better than Ed Vincent. Ed is an entrepreneur with over 25 years of business, technology and management experience including 6 years in banking and evaluation. He founded an e-commerce business in 1999 which was sold to a competitor in 2001. Ed’s other founded businesses include SimplyEngage, myProducer, & Predict Ventures; and he is currently Founder & CEO of FestivalPass, which gives subscribers a unique experience in the event space. Dive right in and learn how Ed builds successful models for subscriptions services. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:23] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Ed Vincent  Ed gives us some background on his story Always entrepreneurial  Growing up poor in a rich town  Finance and Investment major  Early career venture experiences Going into the ecommerce space [05:24 - 29:18] Building Successful Models for Subscription Services The first venture into banking Launching the first ecommerce company Testing concepts and products  Ed talks about his time in MoviePass Getting the job  Monetizing the data  There could have been success  Ed’s lessons for people in subscription services Understand the underlying metrics Know your margins  The model for Ed’s subscription service  How Ed built up the company  Using data to predict outcomes  What FestivalPass does for the consumer More like a membership Unique concepts  Brand loyalty and community  Dealing with competition  A word from our sponsor [29:19 - 34:24] Ed Vincent on Building Your Network Who you know or what you know? Who you know gets you through the door  The what lets the ‘who’ support you  Ed’s advice on reaching out to investors  Do your homework  Know the ‘why’ behind the person  Thoughts on paid masterminds and mentorships  Getting value from an entrepreneur peer group  [34:25 - 41:05] Closing Segment ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Ed Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “It doesn’t matter what kind of entrepreneur you are, you should understand how a financial model works.” - Ed Vincent “The good news is that there’s a huge opportunity out there to build a sustainable long term model that is good for the consumer and good for the business.” - Ed Vincent Resources Mentioned:  If - by Rudyard Kipling Invest with FestivalPass Connect and engage with Ed on LinkedIn. Check out https://www.festivalpass.com/ to learn more about the new way to experience events and how to get involved. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you have a motivation beyond career building, what you do becomes a mission. Veteran Disney animator Tom Bancroft (“Beauty and the Beast,” “Aladdin,” “The Lion King,” “Pocahontas,” “Mulan,” “Mary Poppins Returns”) is the founder of Pencilish Animation Studios, the world’s first, brand new crowd-owned animation studio - where fans become the owners. Its vision is to create high-quality animated projects that connect with audiences of all ages. Tom, having animated on a number of top box office hits, has created characters in some of the most popular and profitable animated features of all time. To this day he continues to freelance with Disney’s theatrical division. Dive right into the episode and hear from the master, the journey that led him from a passionate hobby to a veteran Disney Animator. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 07:16] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Tom Bancroft Tom gives us some background on his story The start of the love for animation Growing up in competition with his twin Tom talks about the decision to turn this into a career [07:18 - 20:19] From Hobby to Veteran Disney Animator  Tom shares the influences on his style  A student of animation and illustration Living through the ‘hey-day’ of comic books The influence of Mad Magazine Tom talks about getting work with Charlie Brown The connections that led to it  Getting taken seriously as an animator  Getting an internship at Disney The feeling of making the jump to big time animation  Going into the second renaissance of Disney [20:20 - 37:49] Movie Making from an Animator’s Perspective  The importance of good communication in complex animation  The key is storyboards Communicating intention in each frame Leaving room for artist interpretation  The example of Mulan When things don’t work when put together  Catching things early on  From Disney to Big Idea Feeling a calling  The opportunities that came The new dynamics A word from our sponsor [37:50 - 54:39] Tom Bancroft on Future Projects and Building Your Network Tom talks about his project Pencilish  The vehicle of launch Animated IP  The testing element  The distribution model  How to get involved? Links below Who you know or what you know? They go hand in hand  Tom’s thoughts on CGI vs. cartoon animation 2D is not dead [54:40 - 59:47] Closing Segment ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Tom Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I felt a calling… and because of that I think I had a motivation that was beyond just career building or ladder climbing. I was going for a different reason, it was almost a mission to me.” - Tom Bancroft Resources Mentioned:  Invest in Pencilish Connect and engage with Tom on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Feeling inspired? Be sure to visit https://www.pencilish.com/ and get involved with everything happening.  Head to Policygenius.com to get started with a life insurance quote today! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Struggling in his early years, Ralph DiBugnara knew he wanted more for himself than generational poverty as his future. Now he holds the prestigious roles of President of Home Qualified, a digital resource for buyers and sellers, and Vice President at Cardinal Financial, a nationally recognized mortgage loan company.Ralph is a successful serial entrepreneur and real estate expert. This expertise led him to start The Real Estate Disruptors, a network where he interviews guests on investing, property guidance and their expert advice. He also focuses on creating an elite network of industry leaders to help brokers succeed in the social media driven economy.Let’s dive in and learn about the best investment options to supply recession proof cash flow, and about recovering from loss by playing the long game.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:20] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Ralph DiBugnaraRalph gives us some background on his storyGrowing up in New YorkThe experience of moving from homeParent’s career lifeStarting work in a mortgage bankNo network to fall back on during the crash[05:21 - 14:08] Recovering From Loss by Playing the Long GameRalph talks about how he recovered from lossFrom a penthouse to a side house Losing money and acquiring debt A long road to dig back out Ralph shares his thought process during his early careerGraduating with a finance degreeNaïve to who you can really beGetting into the real estate game Buying the first multifamily Going back to long term income Where to start in real estate investingFlipping vs. long termThe safest investment to start with [14:09 - 25:25] The Benefits of the Airbnb OptionHow Airbnb comes into playRalph’s venture into AirbnbHarder to manage but better premium Keeping both parties accountableWhen to outsource your property managementKnow what your time is worth The logistics of outsourcing your airbnbThe potential problems and pitfallsThe issue of ownership Things you need to be on top of A word from our sponsor[25:26 - 39:38] Ralph DiBugnara on Building Your NetworkWho you know or what you know?Skipping mistakes through who you knowThe real value of time Leverage scheduling Stealing time How relationships have impacted RalphRalph shares about his dadLeadership academy Cutting time through mentorshipInvesting others without taking it as an expenseKeeping a beginner’s mindsetRalph’s advice to his younger selfGet a consistent routine [39:39 - 48:15] Closing SegmentThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to engage with RalphLinks below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “If you have staying power in real estate, where as you can stay in a property long term… the value always comes back.” - Ralph DiBugnara“I steal time so I can use that for something else… If you can concentrate on one thing, don’t waste time on things that don’t serve you in some way.” - Ralph DiBugnara“We’re always best served in business when keeping a beginner’s mindset.” - Ralph DiBugnaraResources Mentioned: The Disruptors AcademyReal Estate DisruptorsConnect and engage with Ralph on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Check out https://ralphdibugnara.com to learn more about building long term sales revenue.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There is a secret sauce to selling anything and everything, and while it may be hard at times, anyone can do it if they’re determined. Brent Sprenkle, author of Billion Dollar Portfolio, has worked as a commercial real estate broker and investor in Los Angeles for two of the nation’s top firms, Berkadia and Sperry Van Ness, specializing in apartment sales. He brings more than twenty years of experience and expertise helping people achieve their objectives of exchange, expansion, consolidation, and disposition. With more than 350 apartment buildings sold, his sales of commercial properties have exceeded $1.2 Billion.  Let’s dive deep into Brent’s experience so you can come out learning how to be successful selling anything.  Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:59] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Brent Sprenkle  Need to build a podcast? Go to https://travischappell/coahcing Brent gives us some background on his story Went into engineering first  Transitioning into brokerage  An interest in how things are designed [06:00 - 18:06] How to be Successful Selling Anything Brent talks about the turning point getting out of engineering Forced to become successful The process of building wealth  Anyone can do it Dealing with constant rejection The law of average comes into play  Dealing with rejection in sales  Don’t spend to much time thinking about it Going from one thing to next You have to get through the bad days Working hard to get the deal  Look for the easy deals  A word from our sponsor [18:07 - 25:59] Winning at Your First Deal Brent’s advice to aspiring real estate investors Educate yourself - The Billion Dollar Portfolio  Recognize the differences in the industry Start small and work your way up Cautionary advice around investing Finding the best bargains  Understanding the difficulties of certain areas Have realistic expectations Don’t wait [26:00 - 28:06] Closing Segment How to engage with Brent Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Change never feels good… [But] two-thirds of the time, people are better off in the long run, it forces them to make decisions and make changes they should’ve made prior.” - Brent Sprenkle “If you’re not losing deals then that means that you’re not winning deals, the two go hand in hand.” - Brent Sprenkle Resources Mentioned:  Billion Dollar Portfolio: How to Create a Real Estate Empire Connect and engage with Brent by emailing sprenkleapartments@gmail.com, call 310-621-8221 or on LinkedIn. Check out https://www.berkadia.com/ to build your long term wealth. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Calm is offering a free well-being ebook for HR and Benefit leaders and one month free after you attend a free demo when you go to Calm.com/travis Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know relationships are important, but in some cases, 'who you know' can even save your life. Ed Kressy went from being arrested by the FBI, to being recognized with a community service award by the FBI Director. Ed's 20-year drug addiction led to stints in jails, rehabs, and homeless shelters. Thanks to relationships astonishing in their spiritual depth, Ed became a volunteer entrepreneur coach inside maximum-security prisons, delivered a guest lecture at MIT, and wrote for the Washington Post. He now volunteers helping law enforcement better serve communities affected by addiction and incarceration, and fulfils his lifelong dream of writing. Let’s dive deep into Ed’s incredible story, where he came from and how he got to where he is, and learn how relationships can save your life. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:18] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Ed Kressy Ed gives us some background on his story A love for reading and writing  A struggle for self-worth and discipline  The start of the addiction  [06:19 - 22:47] Relationships Can Save Your Life  Ed shares about his journey of escapism  You choose what you focus on Escaping from yourself  From a good life to addiction  Ed talks about the snowball effect into harder drugs  The real problem is not the drug  The effects of the drugs  How intervention saved Ed’s life  Friends and family stepping in  Taking responsibility  Instilling spiritual relationships  The wake up call  Ed’s story of a rude awakening  Reaching out for a lifeline  A word from our sponsor [22:48 - 38:11] Ed Kressy on Building Your Network The importance of community and spirituality The need for a purpose  Letting go of material satisfaction The only choice left  Maintaining a beginners mind Who you know or what you know?  Both and neither  Guiding principles (3 S’s) vs. Connections  Wisdom is better than knowledge Who has instilled the most wisdom in you? Ed’s thoughts on God The two groups who impact Ed the most  Behind bars and badges Ed’s work with law enforcement There needs to be more resources for mental health  Relationships are the gateway to healing Solving the incarceration crisis [38:12 - 44:54] Closing Segment Ed talks about becoming an author  The journey  How it connects to Ed’s work Accomplishments  The impact of a network ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Ed Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “We can choose what to focus on. We don’t necessarily have control over our circumstances, yet we have a high degree of control of what we focus on.” - Ed Kressy  “People believed in me, I never believed in myself.” - Ed Kressy “Drugs and drinking are not the problem, they’re an attempt at a solution.” - Ed Kressy Resources Mentioned:  Ed’s Book - My Addiction & Recovery Connect and engage with Ed on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Check out http://authoredkressy.com/ to get Ed to speak in your area. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Calm is offering a free well-being ebook for HR and Benefit leaders and one month free after you attend a free demo when you go to Calm.com/travis Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want to learn how to make $18,750 a month selling $5 dollar products, this episode is for you! Stephen Somers is the co-founder of Marketplace SuperHeroes, an online education and services company that helps people all over the world learn how to sell their own products globally on Amazon from scratch.Together with his business partner, Stephen has won 5 Two-Comma Club awards for Marketplace SuperHeroes, which is now an 8 figure business, and they have also helped over 8,000 people to create multiple income streams online.Tune into Stephen’s story and expertise to learn how you can also become a marketplace superhero.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:58] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Stephen SomersStephen gives us some background on his storyStephen’s early life and upbringingJourney into career lifeLearning the value of hard workPushed towards college[05:59 - 26:54] Building on Your Strengths Stephen’s thoughts on pushing on in things you’re not good atBelieving in your success from hard workIdentifying your core strengthsTransitioning into a different career path Working better in collaboration The impact of music A growing interest in business Getting into the world of Amazon The value of selling physical productsLearning practical business skillsRe-systemizing Thoughts on relying on other platforms to sellNo is fully on their own platform Make sure you do something unique The value of using Amazon A word from our sponsor[26:55 - 36:15] Becoming a Marketplace SuperheroStephen shares about the education side of his business Teaching low competition and multiple products Getting more people on the project Rule of 5What you can learn from the Marketplace SuperHeroThe same core methodology Business perspectives Solving rising challenges in the industry Changing how you view your business [36:16 - 42:49] Stephen Somers on Building Your NetworkWho you know or what you know? How the ‘who’ played a massive part in Stephen’s successA time when relationships opened opportunities for StephenStephen shares some networking tips Be a ‘Go-Giver’You have something to offerPractical examplesMake it about them [42:50 - 50:41] Closing SegmentHow to keep people invested in your projectWay to grow a businessDelivering value in different waysKeeping your business fresh ThE RaNdOm RoUnDHow to engage with StephenLinks below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “To succeed with your own website you really need to be doing something that’s unique…” - Stephen Somers“If you could sell 5 products on Amazon, in 5 countries at the same time, sell 5 units per product per day in each country at an average net-profit of 5 dollars, you’d make $18,750 profit per month.” - Stephen Somers“At the end of the day, what you’ll find is people always want fresh; they want to buy more things from you and get more value from you in different ways, as long as you offer it to them - and that’s the key.” - Stephen SomersResources Mentioned: Now, Discover Your StrengthsThe E-Myth Revisited Who not HowThe Go-GiverReady, Fire, AimConnect and engage with Stephen on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter. Check out marketplacesuperheroes.com/ and learn more about building an online business.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There is a secret to long term fulfillment in life and the workplace and it is not tied to your results. Scott Shute has been an active advocate for customers and employees in the technology space for several years.Previously, he was the Vice President of LinkedIn’s Customer Operations organization. In his current role as Head of Mindfulness and Compassion at LinkedIn, Scott blends his lifelong practice and passion with his practical leadership and operations experience. His mission is to change work from the inside out by “mainstreaming mindfulness” and “operationalizing compassion.” He is also the author of the newly released book The Full Body Yes.Tune into my conversation with Scott Shute as we dive into what he does and how his growth process can affect change in your life and how compassion can be your business’ strategic advantage. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:46] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Scott ShuteScott gives us some background on his storyLife growing up From engineering to sales to leadership A big practice and passion for meditation Learning the impact of compassion [04:47 - 14:41] Developing Internal Strength for Long Term Fulfillment Scott talks about his venture into meditation and mindfulnessA thirst for learning and adventure Scott’s familyAttaining the inner sense of fulfillment without becoming complacent Self awareness is not weakness Clarity of values can push you forward Your success isn’t tied to outcomeRun your own raceHow to let things go What do you most value?A word from our sponsor[14:42 - 26:57] LinkedIn's Head of Mindfulness and Compassion on NetworkingWho you know or what you know?Almost always who you know What good is your ‘what’ without friends? How to avoid bad networking Don’t be selfish Be a great listener Look to add value Defining success Going to the process not the resultConnecting without force Compassion as a strategic advantage We thinking More profitableTop takeaways from Scott’s book From me to weThe deepest kind of success [26:58 - 35:42] Closing SegmentThe value of assigning Scott’s role Balancing the needs of employees and customers Seek to add value not just profit Do you care about your employees?Focusing on mindfulness Practical steps towards mindfulness and compassion LinkedIn’s approach Experimentation and research ThE RaNdOm RoUnDHow to engage with ScottLinks below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “With each achievement, we’re trying to fill the hole that can never be filled with success… You just want more… But what IS real is developing ourselves to this point where we are strong internally and we don’t need to let external validation to be happy.” - Scott Shute“This is my growth itch… How do I do all the things to be successful, but let go of the result?” - Scott Shute“Our job is to provide long term value… When we move away from this, ‘me, me, me,’ thinking to the ‘we’ thinking… we’re going to be better at networking, better at relationships, better at business.” - Scott ShuteResources Mentioned: The Full Body YesFirms of EndearmentBookshop.orgConnect and engage with Scott on LinkedIn (no surprise there), Instagram, and Twitter. Check out https://www.scottshute.com/ and start affecting change from the inside out.For a limited time, new users can get $5 in free Bitcoin when you sign up today at Coinbase.com/TRAVISDid you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you feel like you’re not living up to your potential, or there is something holding you back, this episode may be exactly what you need to break through and refocus. Here to help is Elliot Roe. Elliot is a world-renowned Mindset and Performance Coach who helps those in highly demanding industries (athletes, Olympians, UFC champions, etc...) unlock their full potential, perform on-demand, and live a limitless life. He is the host of The Primed Mind Podcast, and is the voice of the Primed Mind performance coaching app. By leveraging hypnotherapy, mindset training, and high-performance strategies he helps people eliminate fears and breakthrough mental roadblocks. Let’s dive right in and learn more from Elliot on how to prime your mind to unlock your full potential. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:50] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest,  Be sure to check out guiestio.com  Elliot gives us some background on his upbringing and experience Learning communication through unique circumstances The impacts of hypnotherapy [06:51 - 14:44] Practically Unlocking Your Passion   Elliot talks about going into his own business A safe position to make the shift  Advice to someone who is looking to transition into entrepreneurship Be realistic about your finances  Passion and love for what you do Passion vs. practicality  The concept of world class  Passion goes nowhere without effort Helping people with mindset under pressure The example of professional poker [14:45 - 21:50] How to Unlock Your Potential Elliot gives us a glimpse into the process Looking at the issue first  Tackling fears and irrationalities  Looking for the physical reactions Reframing and working through past traumas How to get over mental blocks  Learned behaviors  How it relates to parental love A word from our sponsor [21:51 - 31:24] Closing Segment Elliot talks about the hypnotherapist software he created What to expect on the app  Links below Elliot’s final words of advice You are not your issues Who you know or what you know? Who you know is what you know  No one successful does anything on their own What we can do to overcome anxiety in networking  Breathing exercises Visualize yourself overcoming issues ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Elliot Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I do believe that if you find something you really love and that you’re passionate about, you can make almost anything very successful… People will pay for anything that’s made with passion and love.” - Elliot Roe “You are not your issues… If you can start framing those issues in, ‘I learned to be anxious, I learned to be angry,’ then you can start to see a very fast, substantial change in your mindset.” - Elliot Roe Resources Mentioned:  Primed Mind Website Primed Mind App Primed Mind Instagram Primed Mind Twitter Connect and engage with Elliot on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Check out https://elliotroe.com/ and unlock your full potential. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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“Leveraging the gig economy for long-term success is more of a dream than a reality for most people,” but that could all be changing. Brett Helling is an entrepreneur who specializes in building, growing, and maintaining successful websites. He has worked in the rideshare space since 2014, when he left corporate America behind and started driving for Uber and Lyft. inspired by the love of the freedom and flexibility that comes with owning a business, he started Gigworker.com, the website that connects workers to in-depth information about the gig economy. He is also the author of the book, Gigworker.  Listen in and learn from Brett about the future of gig workers and how to leverage the gig economy Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:24] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Brett Helling Brett gives us some background on his story Supportive upbringing  Building a business as a kid Gaining the desire to build a business  Getting into investments and driving [05:25 - 13:05] The Gig Economy is Here to Stay Brett talks about why he decided to work for himself Being told what to do  Income isn’t the only factor  The first website Brett ventured into  Ridester  Learning the power of building a website Recognizing the future of the gig economy  Brett’s venture into the gigworker website Gig economy is here to stay  A word from our Sponsor  [13:06 - 24:34] How to Leverage the Gig Economy The importance of niching down  The best people are the ones who do one thing  The balance between figuring it out vs. staying in your wheelhouse Have the honest conversation Brett talks about gigworker  How it came to be  Building it up  How to get out of the 9 to 5 and into the gig economy Why do you want to get in? What are you good at? Examples and advice Biggest missteps in transitioning into the gig world Discipline  Managing tasks Resources and task management [24:35 - 29:34] Brett Helling on Building Your Network  Who you know or what you know? Equally important but depends on the why When a relationship led Brett to a great opportunity Networking with a scaling coach  Getting around a group of peers to network  Parting advice on leaving the 9 to 5 Look at what you’re leaving  Be ready to put in the sacrifice [29:35 - 33:50] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Brett Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “The gig economy is here to stay, people are really making that shift… That’s the direction business is going.” - Brett Helling “The first thing I would suggest people do when looking to get into the gig economy is ask themselves, why do you want to get into it...? and what are you good at?” - Brett Helling Resources Mentioned:  Gigworker Asana Task Manager The 4-Hour Work Week Connect and engage with Brett on LinkedIn or email directly at brett@gigworker.com. Be sure to go to https://gigworker.com/ and unlock your gig work potential! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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We have a responsibility to train the next generation, and part of that is developing a good relationship with technology. Jennifer Turliuk is an entrepreneur, writer, and speaker with her work having been featured in the New York Times, Huffington Post, Fast Company, Wired, and more.Jennifer is the CEO of MakerKids, which started the first and largest makerspace for kids in the world and now runs award-winning virtual programs, Coding, Robotics and Minecraft, to teach social skills and a positive relationship with technology. She is the author of How to Figure Out What to Do With Your Life (Next). Jennifer is a sought-after TEDx and keynote speaker, and her writing can be found in Forbes, Business Insider, Strategy, and various newspapers. This is only the tip of the Iceberg of what she does, so jump right into this episode and learn how Minecraft is creating the world’s next tech leaders!Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:24] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Jennifer TurliukJennifer gives us some background on her storyA moment that impacted her life Being featured on a magazine as a highschoolerAn interest in technology early on Support from parents[05:25 - 25:17] How Minecraft is Creating the World’s Next Tech LeadersJennifer talks about her college experienceTown between business and art Moving to a focus on business Relationships that influenced Jennifer Independent study with a professor Jennifer talks about her start in business and techTargeting key challenges in the world The start of MakerKidsPositive mental health effects on kidsHow Minecraft helps kids build confidence Well-rounded education Communication and social skillsHelping kids with autism Why parents don’t have to fear what they don’t know Developing a positive relationship with screensPracticing in a safe and supportive environmentHow to develop a good relationship with screensPassive vs. active screen time Programs that help develop skills The future of jobs will hang on coding abilities A word from our Sponsor [25:18 - 37:34] Jennifer Turliuk on How to Build Your NetworkWho you know or what you know?What you know is very helpful to determine who you should know The how is just as importantRelationships that have impacted Jennifer’s life The basis for her book The importance of what Jennifer teaches in her bookWhen to jump into something vs. testing things out The choice you make today doesn’t have to be the endThe importance of masterminds and mentorsAdvice to people who are new to speaking on stage Creative ways to work on the craft and book engagements[37:35 - 41:39] Closing SegmentThE RaNdOm RoUnDHow to engage with JenniferLinks below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “A huge part of the parents’ role is to help kids develop a positive relationship with screens… Screens are something that can be used safely, in moderation, and successfully; or it can be overused.” - Jennifer Turliuk“9 years from now, 85% of jobs won't exist… in a future like that, what skills are important? Well the key skills, I would argue, would be able to code robots and AI’s and contribute the social emotional skills they lack.” - Jennifer TurliukResources Mentioned: How to Figure Out What to Do With your Life (Next)TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public SpeakingTalk Like TEDConnect and engage with Jennifer on Instagram and LinkedIn. Go to https://jenniferturliuk.com/ to learn more about finding the career of your dreams.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s amazing what you can accomplish with the simple desire to become self-sufficient. Twila True is a mega-successful entrepreneur who currently serves as CEO and Co-Founder of True Family Enterprises, a privately held investment firm with more than 50 companies in her portfolio. On the music front, Twila co-founded 1500 Sound Academy, a state-of-the-art music college in Inglewood, California, and subsidiary of Volume Ventures, with Grammy Award winners James Fauntleroy and Larrance “Rance” Dopson. She has several other businesses under the True name, and her charitable ventures include an orphanage assistance foundation in China, and a U.S. based Native American personal development foundation. Twila is truly a dynamic woman and I can’t wait for you to dive in and learn more about how she’s built her empire and the investments that interest her now. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:32] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Twila True  Twila gives us some background on her story Early upbringing  Lakota Native American Growing up around a rich culture Always empowered and supported A desire for self-sufficiency  [05:33 - 16:44] Building an Empire Twila talks about the biggest mentors that impacted her life Adults and authorities  First venture into business  A desire to provide for herself  No means for formal education  Working nights  Taking an interest in sales and finances Facing unique challenges as a female  The need for certain skill sets How Twila finally found success Expanding and growing into multiple companies Quickly learning what works and what doesn’t  Cutting at the right time   Examples of what didn’t work Twila’s advice when to hold an investment and when to walk away Get into the number Balance being a student and expert The importance of networking  A word from our Sponsor  [16:45 - 22:59] Twila True on How to Build Your Network Who you know or what you know? What you know first, then who you know The importance of knowledge  The biggest factor mentorships have played for Twila Intentionally meeting other people  The role social media has played  The effects of the pandemic on investments  Deep in a real estate portfolio The kind of things doing well right now [23:00 - 26:04] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Twila Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “All along the way, there were always people who took a little bit of time or took a little bit of interest… That’s why it’s so important to me now, to complete that cycle.” - Twila True “I always shake hands with two people in my business, that’s my legal side and my financial side.” - Twila True Connect and engage with Twila on Instagram and LinkedIn. Go to https://www.truefamilyenterprises.com/ and learn more about the behind the scenes operations.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you lead? Lance Tyson believes that people don’t leave a job for more money, they leave for a better boss. Lance is the Founder and CEO of Tyson Groups. Over the past two decades, Lance Tyson has followed his passion for developing strong business leaders and their salespeople by tapping into his natural ability to connect with people and foster an environment for learning and coaching.  As owner, President, and CEO of Tyson Group, Lance facilitates, trains, and conducts over one hundred workshops annually in areas such as performance management, leadership, sales, sales management, customer service, and team building. Lance now focuses on training sales leaders and their teams to compete in a complex world.  Listen in and find out how Lance builds and brings the best out of teams and what it takes to be a great leader that gets results. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:56] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Lance Tyson Lance talks about how his business has changed since the last interview An example through sports Lance’s views on normal vs. new normal  Based on performance [05:57 - 18:19] Great Leaders Bring the Best Out of Their Team Lance talks about the resistance of organizations against change A collision of immaturity and fair vs. equal Calculating success in a flexible environment The pyramid approach KPIs of outcomes not behaviors  Leading or managing  Conversations that lead to results Presentee vs. absentee  Giving the best kind of recognition  A word from our Sponsor  [18:20 - 25:30] Human to Human Sales Lance talks about the value of his new book This year the sales didn’t matter, connection did Human to Human Sales Maintaining human connection in this day and age  Taking care of the little things  Pounding the rock  Biggest mistakes Lance sees people make in communication [25:31 - 33:00] Lance Tyson on How to Build Your Network Who you know or what you know? Who wants to know you Name dropping is not networking  How to audit real relationships  Human relations does not mean people like you Think rapport, not relations Relationship is an outcome of credibility  The reality of ‘favors’ Don’t save favors too far [33:01 - 40:51] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Lance Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Are you going to manage by equal or fair…? Equal is - ‘everybody has to be in the office,’ managing people fairly is based on performance.” - Lance Tyson “If you limit someone’s capacity, or you put walls around their performance and they feel they can’t grow out of - that’s a challenge… Most people don’t leave a job for more money, they leave for a better boss.” - Lance Tyson “Rapport yields persuasion, credibility yields trust… and credibility doesn’t just come from a likeability factor, it comes from, maybe at times, being an agitator.” - Lance Tyson Resources Mentioned:  Human to Human Sales Igniting Sales EQ Selling is an Away Game Jocko Podcast How to Stop Worrying and Start Living Connect and engage with Lance on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Go to https://tysongroup.com/ for more selling solutions!  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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To some degree we all hold a linguistic bias, but if we can learn what they are in ourselves and others, it could help us build better relationships. Dr. Valerie Fridland is Professor of sociolinguistics at the University of Nevada. An expert on the relationship between language and society, her work has appeared in numerous academic journals and scholarly collections. She is co-author of the book, Sociophonetics and lead editor of three volumes on Western states English. Her language blog, Language in the Wild, is featured on Psychology Today, and her lecture series, Language and Society, is available from The Great Courses. She is also working on her first book for a popular audience, I Hate When You Say That! Let’s dive right in and learn from the expert how we can build connections by understanding linguistics. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 04:23] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Dr. Valerie Fridland Valerie gives a bit of her background  Daughter to French speaking parents  Aware of the social significance of language Getting a PhD in linguistics [04:24 - 24:43] Building Connections Through Linguistics The role language plays in your surroundings Making people feel more connected  Classifying yourself  Costing you jobs and judgeships  The importance of understanding how linguistics works There is not a wrong or right way  Where linguistic bias originated Power and prestige The way you react to speech  Practical ways we can connect without linguist bias Example through fill-pauses: Ums and uhs  Get to know your linguistic style The example of ‘like’ A word from our Sponsor  [24:44 - 41:12] Building Your Network Who you know, or what you know? The what is important as a professor  Who you know is vital to building a business  Valerie uses me as an example for a linguistic test What to do with linguistic information Revealing who they spend the most time with A connection that has impacted Valerie’s path An embarrassing moment that led to something significant The importance of mentors in Valerie’s experience Always building off of other people  Asking, What can I learn?  Valerie’s number one networking tip Be genuine Build relationships not transactions [41:13 - 48:27] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Valerie Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “The thing we learn growing up about languages is that there’s a right way to speak it and a wrong way to speak it and that’s the biggest fallacy that’s out there…” - Dr. Valerie Fridland  “I can’t imagine any job or field, or even life situation, where having someone walk in those shoes, before you, isn’t helpful… Everything I do builds on something that someone else did.” - Dr. Valerie Fridland Resources Mentioned:   Language Log Lexicon Valley Psychology Today Connect and engage with Dr. Fridland on https://www.valeriefridland.com/ and learn more interesting facts about linguistics in our daily lives.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you get comfortable asking uncomfortable questions, you may be surprised about what you learn and how it can benefit others. Emily Chang is currently the CEO for McCann Worldgroup, China, and previously served as the Chief Marketing Officer for Starbucks, China, and the Chief Commercial Officer for InterContinental Hotels group, Greater China. Earlier in her career, she led Retail Marketing for Apple in Asia-Pacific and began her career with eleven years at Procter & Gamble. She is an action-oriented visionary known for cross-cultural team engagement, innovative brand building, and authentic people leadership. She is also the author of the book, Spare Room. A true world-class leader, I can’t wait for you to jump in and find out more about how asking the right questions can build a brand like apple. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:37] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Emily Chang Emily gives a bit of her background  Growing up as an immigrant Navigating relationships and home-life The pressure to succeed and excel A hidden desire to become an oncologist  [06:38 - 13:57] Asking Unfiltered Questions  Emily talks about what drove her to go into finance Brand management as a redirect Asking the right questions Don’t fear failure  Leverage learning through asking Building meaningful connections Always finding a way to add value  A word from our Sponsor  [20:51 - 27:15] How to Build A Consistent Brand Emily talks about how to keep a brand consistent at a large scale Being operational How humility comes into play  Focus outward not inward Asking the right questions Leaving a legacy  Stop focusing in on the ‘selling’ Ask what legacy you want to leave with people  Give people something to stand for Contribute more than you consume  [27:16 - 38:34] Building Your Network Who you know or what you know? How you approach things may be more important than the what or who Remember to surround yourself with the right people How relationships led to opportunities in Emily’s life Learning from mentors How to add value to people above you The impact of organic networking Genuine questions and curiosity Asking what you can add [38:35 - 48:27] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Emily  Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I think I was always interested in constantly building connections with people and seeing where I could add value with what I had to offer.” - Emily Chang “I just learned to ask, and I think early on I was exposed to the difference between learning and failure… If I can learn something, and then I can turn around and leverage what I’ve learned, and it benefits someone else, I would consider that success.” - Emily Chang “My job is not to innovate and make a name for myself, my job is to pay tribute to this brand and bring it to life in the best that I can in the context that I find myself in.” - Emily Chang Resources Mentioned:  The Spare Room - by Emily Chang Connect and engage with Emily on LinkedIn. Check out https://www.mccannworldgroup.com/ and learn how YOUR brand can play a meaningful role in people’s lives! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Education and preparation is key, but when the opportunity arises to put it to action, don’t hesitate, just go for it! Bill Ham is the Chief Operating Officer and the driving force behind Broadwell Property Group. He has more than 20 years’ experience in Real Estate with a proven track record of identifying, acquiring, operating, and divesting of large footprint Multifamily Housing. Bill educates others by taking his skills as a Real Estate Entrepreneur and sharing them through speaking, and his latest book, Creative Cash.  Let’s dive into Bill’s expertise and learn how to make money on your first deal in whatever market you choose. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 04:08] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Bill Ham Bill gives a bit of his background  Difficulty with social interactions  Coming from a family of physicians  Bit by the aviation bug  Became a corporate pilot first Seeing that there was real money in real estate [04:09 - 20:50] Preparation, Education, Execution  Bill talks about getting his first deal  It took one year to land a deal  Starting off with education  Preparation vs. action There is no true balance When the opportunity arises, just take it Early missteps no one prepares you for Analyzing deals in a narrow way  Paying twice more for a building then he should have Having no exit strategy  Making money on a deal Create value with the buy Make money with the sell Example through aviation  Bill talks about his experience starting out in real estate Reiterating the importance of an exit strategy  Bill’s advice for people who want to get into the real estate market  Get started with education  Practice as soon as possible  Information not motivation  A word from our Sponsor  [20:51 - 41:53] How to Make Money on Your First Deal Where to get started with your education Start with the low price and work your way up Throw everything at the wall and choose what sticks  Practice is an important part of the process Learn through failure  Advice from Bill on finding the right people onto a deal Be careful when you pick your LP  Vet the underwriting Who you know or what you know  Knowing someone vs. bringing value  Bringing the what as value to the who How to audit your value as a newcomer Can you be outsourced? What education do you bring? What do you have that no one else does? When a relationship led to success for Bill Helping high net worth people build a coaching business Making good partnerships Don’t just hire yes-men Seats in the bus analogy  [41:54 - 48:27] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Bill Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “There’s right now and there’s yesterday and that’s about it… there’s never going to be that perfect time. If you want to prepare as much as you can then educate yourself as much as you can.” - Bill Ham “You create value when you buy, you make money when you sell.” - Bill Ham “Spend your hustle before you spend your dollars… Go and get out there…” - Bill Ham Resources Mentioned:  Creative Cash - by Bill Ham Rich Dad, Poor Dad Connect and engage with Bill on LinkedIn. Check out https://broadwellpropertygroup.com/ to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve all heard the phrase, ‘fake it till you make it,’ but this is no recipe for long term success. Here to talk about a better way is Sabrina Horn. Sabrina is an award-winning CEO, C-suite advisor, communications expert, and author.With only $500 and five years of work experience, she founded Horn Group, a public relations firm that for a quarter century, advised thousands of executives and their companies—from the hottest startups to the Fortune 500. What attributed to her success is that she learned to exemplify authenticity for her teams and clients. Jump right into this episode and learn from Sabrina’s proven ‘Horn Strategy’ how you can make it and not have to fake it.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:52] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Sabrina HornBioSabrina gives a bit of his background Shy and struggling in communication German as a first languageA daughter to two chemistsGrowing resilience College life into adulthood[05:53 - 16:25] Make it, Don’t Fake itThe value of internships and mentorship for SabrinaA vital part of honing in on how to apply skills to a careerInstrumental in moving away from the corporate worldMaking the jump to set out on your ownLearn to become a business personWhen to learn a new skill vs. hiring out the weaknessRemember your functions and passionsThe importance of building a private networkBalancing authenticity with giving stability to your teamYour employees expect you to leadHave the conversations with the right peopleShow humility and approachability A good CEOAsking all the right questionsCreating a culture of collaborationA word from our Sponsor[16:26 - 34:53] How to Make itThe only female CEO in Silicon Valley in the 90’sA head full of steam Never compensate for your genderGender bias will still come into playStraightforward in authenticityWho you know or what you know?It depends on your phase of life A connection that led to success for SabrinaHer first client Navigating that first meetingDisarm fear and organize riskFinding the right customers Narrow down what you do wellHow to make itWrite a well-focused business planKnow yourselfCommit to being honest with yourself and othersHow to build relationships with higher people How to reach out Encouraging your team to have mentorsBuild off of chemistry[34:54 - 44:29] Closing SegmentThe best way to reach out to someone Just askBe specific with what you want help withThE RaNdOm RoUnDHow to engage with SabrinaLinks below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “I built up a network of people who really help me go through some tough spots… it can be lonely being a CEO.. it’s really vital to develop that private, personal network of mentors or advisors.” - Sabrina Horn“The key is to show humility and approachability… A good CEO is not necessarily a person who has all the answers, but who asks all the right questions, and entertains the ideas and solutions.” - Sabrina HornResources Mentioned: Make it, Don’t Fake ItGood to GreatThe Hard Thing About Hard ThingsConnect and engage with Sabrina on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Check out https://sabrinahorn.com/ and learn the Horn Strategy to authentic leadership.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is so much incredible, winning work out there, so how can you tap into it and evolve it? Ron Friedman is an award-winning psychologist who has served on the faculty of the University of Rochester, and has consulted for political leaders, nonprofits, and many of the world’s most recognized brands.His research has appeared in major newspapers, including the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Globe and Mail, the Guardian, as well as magazines such as Harvard Business Review and Psychology Today. Today, his focus is on helping people succeed fast by studying strategies from high-performers which he breaks down in his most recent book, Decoding Greatness.Let’s dive into Dr. Friedman’s expertise and learn how you can decode greatness!Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:47] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Dr. Ron FriedmanBioDr. Friedman gives a bit of his background Born in Israel, came to US at the age of 7Raised on different values than peersProne to taking risk and receive criticismBrains wiring to want to fit inEnamored with music [04:48 - 16:48] How to Decode GreatnessDr. Friedman talks about what it means to decode greatnessLearning what’s different about the people you look up toThe approaches of the processDebunking the ‘steal art’ formulaLook to expertise then evolve the formulaHow it applies to everyday lifeThe balance between focusing on strengths and knowing when to keep at itLook at your financial runway firstDon’t underestimate what you can actually doTake a swing and see what you get Think of the people around youIt may be time to step out of your comfort zoneA word from our Sponsor[16:49 - 30:32] How to Evolve Winning FormulasDr. Friedman talks about the similarities and differences from his booksBridging the gap between what’s taught vs. how organizations operateBorrowing winning formulas and evolving themYour vision meets your abilityHow to choose the right people to decodeCollect AnalyzeCombineValuable resourcesDigging deeper into someone’s styleTemplatize it Gamify itA/B Testing[30:33 - 39:24] Networking with Greatness; How to Speak to ExpertsThe role of building relationships with great people Navigating the curse of knowledge Curate questions that shrink your egoAsk for advice, not feedbackHow to get good, honest feedback Frame the question specifically Focus on improvement[39:25 - 51:26] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?What = quality, Who = commercial successDr. Friedman talks about the state of his networkingThE RaNdOm RoUnDHow to engage with Dr. FriedmanLinks below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “I feel like so many of us are taught that we need to fit in, and then it becomes harder for us to do the things necessary to be a successful entrepreneur.” - Dr. Ron Friedman“It’s really a process of asking, ‘what is it about this that’s unique, and how do I apply this to my work?’” - Dr. Ron FriedmanResources Mentioned: Decoding GreatnessThe Best Place to WorkPocketConnect and engage with Dr. Friedman on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Check out https://www.ronfriedmanphd.com/ to learn more strategies for success!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You have an idea, and that idea has the potential to storm the market, but it won’t go anywhere unless you know how to move the needle. I have the pleasure of talking with Jordan Mederich, founder of DropFunnels, one of the fastest online marketing platforms today. Jordan is the kind of person who doesn’t just create, but disrupts and innovates inside the world of advertising. He’s also an award-winning filmmaker with his content seen on Netflix, Amazon Prime, NBC, CBS, ABC, and many more. Let’s dive in to start moving that needle and learn from Jordan why execution is more important than ideas. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:16] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Jordan Mederich Bio Go to https://travischappell.com/coaching and let’s chat! Jordan gives us a bit of his background Child to a pastor and teacher Odd jobs leading to lifelong skills [05:17 - 21:33] Why Execution is More Important than Ideas Luck vs. skill Permission theory The importance of preparation  Building off of failure Becoming fearless about failure Jordan talks about going into adult life  Taking on bartering  College life Realizing the importance for marketing If you build it they will not come Out-marketing competition  Understanding what a person wants Making it on Netflix Putting up a documentary  When it ‘clicks’ The idea and execution of DropFunnels The psychology without the tech  The exponential growth  A word from our Sponsor [21:24 - 33:34] How to Structure Your Offers  Jordan talks about structuring your offers Identifying the major pain points of the market Align with your offer Jordan’s advice for something that isn’t selling The big 3 hinges  Traffic Conversion Ascension [33:35 - 44:26] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Who you know is impacted by the what Don’t put people on a pedestal  How to approach people to network ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Jordan Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “It’s important to look back and look at where your skills came from, and how each block just stacks to build your empire.” - Jordan Mederich “No business is ever really less difficult than any other business model… I always encourage people to be in alignment with your offers because it’s going to fuel you everyday.” - Jordan Mederich Resources Mentioned:  DropFunnels Connect and engage with Jordan on DropFunnel Facebook Group or shoot an email to jordan@dropfunnels.com. Check out https://jordanmederich.com/ and start executing your best ideas! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the scariest things in the world may be deciding to leave a job and start out on your own, but that fear could be just what you need to push forward. Jeff Wald is a writer, speaker, investor and serial entrepreneur. Jeff has founded several technology companies, including WorkMarket, an enterprise software platform that enables companies to manage freelancers. He now serves as an adviser to several companies and entities including the X-Prize’s Rapid Re-skilling Initiative. He is also the author of the #1 Amazon Best Seller, The End of Jobs: The Rise of On-Demand Workers and Agile Corporations.  Let’s dive in and learn from Jeff if and how the entrepreneurial journey could be for you. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:02] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Jeff Wald Bio Jeff gives us a bit of his background Math vs. art  Growing up afraid and finding his way Starting down a career in finance Negative pushes from parents  Working up in finance leading to Harvard Business School  [06:03 - 20:35] How to Know it’s Time to Become an Entrepreneur Jeff’s thoughts on college An overvalued pathway Not all people need a 4 year college The value of trade school What shifted for Jeff to pivot out of 9 to 5 and into entrepreneurship From venture capitalist to his first company  Discovering the freelance and entrepreneurial route A waking passion to solve a problem The hard reality you should be taking on board Balance between safe and going all in No clear line, don’t over analyze it Share your ideas everywhere From an investor standpoint A word from our Sponsor [20:36 - 33:01] The End of Jobs Who you know, or what you know? You’ll never know enough for the ‘what’ Who you know opens doors Teaching kids how to network Fixed vision vs. flexibility getting there Set up your guardrails as a leader Think about your how No questioning the what A connection that led to success Meeting with Fred Wilson When to keep going and when to call it When people aren’t giving you money How mentorship has impacted your journey? No mentors, but an investor  The importance of coaches Building a community  How to build your network from scratch? Look for existing infrastructure Look for groups and resources [33:02 - 38:29] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Jeff Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I am scared. Scared that I'll make the wrong decisions, and will pick the right business problem. I'm scared that people will think of it and beat us, I'm scared. But that fear is a great motivator.” - Jeff Wald “All you can bet on as an investor is you and your ability to listen and to adapt, because everything you know is wrong.You just don’t know how it’s wrong.” - Jeff Wald Resources Mentioned:  End of Jobs WorkMarket The Opportunity Network Connect and engage with Jeff on LinkedIn and Twitter. Check out https://www.jeffwald.com/ to learn more. Check out fresh, weekly episodes of Sit Down Startup by Zendesk on Apple, Google, and Spotify, or check out their site over at https://www.zendesk.com/campaign/sitdownstartup/ to learn more! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“If we broke out of autopilot mode, and got intentional with our listening, with our curiosity and with our empathy, how could our relationships be different?” Riaz Meghji is a human connection expert and the author of the book Every Conversation Counts. He is also an accomplished broadcaster having interviewed experts on current affairs, sports, entertainment, politics, and business. His experience taught him the power of authentic conversations, as well as how to put them to use. Riaz is a natural storyteller which allows him to conduct engaging, in-depth conversations across various disciplines. Let’s dive in and learn how to make every conversation count! Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:06] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Riaz Meghji Bio Riaz gives us a bit of his background Socially anxious as a kid  Inspired by his brother to break out  A choice not to live for anyone else [05:07 - 21:30] Dared to Believe Because of a Conversation Making the decision to pivot away from the norm to pursue a dream Riaz’s college experience It took someone believe in me Riaz’s advice to people questioning their pathway Riaz’s journey getting into broadcasting When all you have to offer is passion Testing your authenticity First time in front of the camera Advice for people who do any kind of hosting Prioritizing the people in front of you  “What’s on your mind” Lean in, listen, and ask for stories  Simplicity  A word from our Sponsor [21:31 - 33:50] Every Conversation Counts Who you know, or what you know? Strong combination of both  Competency and trust within a relationship When to take advice seriously and when to put your guard up Discover before you dismiss  Balancing with someone’s expertise  The impact of mentorship and masterminds on Riaz’s life Championing and propping each other up The example of YouTube A big takeaway from ‘Every Conversation Counts’  Breaking out of autopilot Approaching each other with meaningful connection [33:51 - 41:20] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Riaz Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Just remember you never know when you're going to cross paths with someone again.” - Riaz Meghji “Emotion is what connects us, it polarizes us, but above all, it is what motivates us to act. And the greatest way to connect to emotion is to tell someone or ask someone about a story.” - Riaz Meghji “If we broke out of autopilot mode, and got intentional with our listening, with our curiosity and with our empathy, how could our relationships be different?” - Riaz Meghji Resources Mentioned:  Every Conversation Counts Connect and engage with Riaz on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Check out https://riazmeghji.com/ to start making every conversation count.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.N Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is limitless potential out there that has never gotten a chance because of the color of their skin or the sound of their name. James Chapman is the founder and CEO of Plain Sight, an incredible platform networking, both in person and remotely. He's dedicated his career to taking ambitious people and getting them into one room. He started and ran Detroit Demo Day, which has provided over $4 million in funding to small businesses throughout the city of Detroit, the majority of which have been minority and women owned.  Jump right into our conversation as we talk about inherent bias in networking and how his team at Plain Sight has worked to eliminate it to maximize relationships. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:03] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, James Chapman Bio If anything in this episode impacts, take a screenshot and tag us James gives us a bit of his background Growing up on the ‘hustle’  Always asking questions  Thinking out of the box Growing up in a bad area [06:04 - 22:17] Building a Successful Platform During COVID James talks through his college life  Playing ball and staying active Working to self-sustain Coming out of college Either basketball or business Venturing into the business world Starting with mobile oil changes James work with the Detroit community fund Starting with the co-working space The impact of building relationships on building capital Pushing through the Pandemic for the payoff  Building this platform during COVID Getting ready to pivot Trying to give value in the new working climate The new way of doing co-working spaces A word from our Sponsor [22:18 - 32:03] Eliminating Bias from Networking No faces, no names, just skill and intelligence  Finding from the market testing Giving people the choice Who you know, or what you know? What you know is based on who you know When a connection led to success Getting recruited to Detroit College vs. going right into working and learning under someone The impact basketball had on culture building  James' networking tips for people who want to expand Be honest with yourself with strengths and weaknesses Think long term and know what you bring to the table Be humble in your development [32:04 - 41:35] Closing Segment The opportunities that arise from humility and being teachable  ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with James Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Growing your network and connecting with people to be able to get to the goal that you're trying to get to… if we can just meet the right person, or have that right connection, then the money will follow.” - James Chapman “People are literally not being competitive for opportunities that could better their livelihoods, because of their looks and their name.” - James Chapman “Networking is more relationship building, and trying to get to know people that can help me achieve my long term goals… So when it comes to that, you have to really be honest about who you are, what you need, and what you can do.” - James Chapman Resources Mentioned:  Plain Sight App #TheHustle Book Connect and engage with James on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may have a great idea that has the potential to be the next big thing. So how do you get a foot in the door? Azhelle Wade is THE toy coach. For Azhelle toys and teaching go hand in hand and her passion has led her to work at companies like Toys R Us, Madame Alexander, Party City, Horizon Group USA, and Creative Kids. Azhelle has also been named on 3 US patents, won multiple toy awards, and has a history of building up multi-million dollar brands. She gives back now by helping others make it in the industry by inspiring their brand-building through her podcast The Toy Coach and her online course. Dive into this episode and you’ll learn how to make it in the toy industry and many others! Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:49] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Azhelle Wade Bio If anything in this episode impacts, take a screenshot and tag us Azhelle gives us a bit of her background Wanted her own business since middle school A love for teaching kids and design  Getting into toy design [05:50 - 14:50] How to Make It in the Toy Industry From college right into the field  Being specific about your placement and program Evolving focuses and responsibilities in the toy industry Figuring out how to take shares from competitors through innovation Determining the value of an idea before it hits  Online databases and analytics as an available resource  Keep your ears on the ground on social media  How social media has impacted the toy world  Giving the control to the kids  Faster reaction speeds  Where to go to get your ideas off the ground Listen in to The Toy Coach Podcast for more info  A word from our Sponsor [14:51 - 20:18] Get a Foot in the Door Through Relationships  How the virtual space has forced its way into the toy industry  The rising expenditure on toys  Companies already in e-commerce exploded Changes in operations  The role relationships play in this business Placement based on who you know How to break through with your idea What investors are looking for  [20:19 - 34:01] Closing Segment Who you know, or what you know? What you know started the success Opening the doors to the ‘who’ When a connection led to success Finding support in podcasting Getting on NBC’s Access Daily through a post The importance of masterminds and mentorship Mentorship through leaders and peers Building the course  ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Azhelle Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Relationships are everything… For a lot of people, building their toy businesses, getting placement, has a lot to do with who you know and who you can get a meeting with.” - Azhelle Wade Resources Mentioned:  The Toy Coach Podcast Toy Creators Academy Connect and engage with Azhelle on LinkedIn and Instagram. Be sure to check out https://www.azhellewade.com/ to learn more about modern marketing strategies.  Calm is offering a free well-being ebook for HR and Benefit leaders and one month free after you attend a free demo when you go to www.calm.com/travis. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know Covid-19 truly changed the landscape of our businesses and economy. So what are the best ways to keep up with the changing climate of our work culture? Laurie Krebs is the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Red Hat. She has a proven track record of developing highly effective finance and tax organizations. She has special passion for developing and empowering associates, and as the leader of Red Hat’s Covid Response Team she was able to demonstrate incredible results and implement innovative strategies that helped the company thrive. Let’s jump right in and learn more about supporting your virtual teams during Codid-19 Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 04:24] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Laurie Krebs Bio Laurie gives us a bit of her background Shy as a kid A love for people  A career pivot after college into finance [04:25 - 18:05] Supporting Your Virtual Teams During Covid-19 Laurie’s journey into Red Hat The networking opportunity that led to the job The growth process within the company  Building trust among partners Laurie’s advice to leaders navigating big changes  Remained focused on your business Diffusing the mission and culture of the company to a large team Collaboration  Staying connected  he steps it took to navigate remote work  25%+ remote worker base before the pandemic  The challenges you may face ‘Recharge Weeks/Day’ and how it impacted Red Hat Stipend strategy  [18:06 - 19:23] Back to Normal Vs. Look to the Future What ‘going back to normal’ may look like Business culture will shift  Trade-offs An incentive for people to gather  [19:24 - 35:46] Closing Segment Who you know, or what you know Who you know, and your personal brands others know How masterminds and mentorships came into play for Laurie Value in leaders who you want to emulate  Define the connection point  ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Laurie Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “With growth comes a lot of opportunities that you never had before and it’s easy to want to jump towards those things; and you lose sight of that base that you need, the strength you need to keep building over time.” - Laurie Krebs “It’s all about being collaborative and staying connected.” - Laurie Krebs “You won’t make everyone happy, but we really tried to say, ‘Okay, how are we best suited to give our employees what they need during this time?” - Laurie Krebs Connect and engage with Laurie on LinkedIn. Be sure to check out https://www.redhat.com/en and learn how to give the best virtual experience. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there, have you met you? You are the key to your clarity, and your clarity could unlock the career you were meant for. Ashley is a counter terrorist turned career coach, author and keynote speaker on a mission to empower job seekers to step into a career that is meant for them. She has been featured in viral TEDex Talks, maintains a monthly career column in Forbes, and is the author of the book You Turn and host of the podcast, You Turn Podcast, THE show to help you upgrade your mindset in work and love. I can’t wait to dive into the conversation and learn how to get to know yourself because at the end of the day, “you shouldn’t do what you love, you should do what you are.” Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 07:11] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Ashley Stahl Bio Check out guestio.com and let’s get you some world-class content Ashley gives some background on her story Loved books and great with words Experiencing her dad losing his business A love for languages and culture [07:12 - 18:03] How to Get to Know Yourself Ashley’s journey to her early career Her college experience Feeling held hostage to your career You are in the majority Our lives are not linear  Give yourself freedom of experimentation  How to grow into your career Do what you are not what you love  The misstep of identity  How to take a step back The You Turn roadmap - 10 core skill sets The what, why, and how  Pick up a copy of You Turn Links below A word from our sponsor [18:04 - 31:14] Expressing Your Skill Set Ashley talks about her time in counter terrorism Trying to get a job during the recession Newbie energy networking  Learning to have conversations that create opportunities Becoming a career coach  The transition from government to business owner The importance of expressing your skill set Top things to take away from Ashley’s book and interview ‘Who you are’ is king You can’t sustain being unhappy - rip off the band-aid Give yourself permission to enjoy your work The importance of reinvention  Come up with a list of things that make you feel yourself [31:15 - 37:04] Closing Segment Who you know, or what you know Who knows you When a connection led to a great opportunity Helping a homeless man in DC How a cab driver led to a meeting in the White House ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Ashley Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Your life, it’s here to serve you, you’re not here to serve it. I think a lot of us end up holding ourselves hostage in our careers… just because of the time we put in to allegedly get there.” - Ashley Stahl “Don’t do what you love, do what you are!” - Ashley Stahl “Most people live lives of silent desperation… rip the band-aid off!” - Ashley Stahl Resources mentioned:  You Turn Book  You turn Podcast Traction Connect and engage with Ashley on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter. Check out https://ashleystahl.com/ and discover your dream career path and more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everybody wants to start big, right, but you have start narrow and focused; who do I want to create value for? Brant Cooper is the New York Times bestselling author of The Lean Entrepreneur and Disruption Proof and also the CEO of Moves the Needle. With over 2 decades of business experience, Brant travels the globe speaking with entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs about how to discover and create new value. As an entrepreneur himself he has experienced all its aspects like IPO, acquisition, rapid growth, and crushing failures. Brant’s success lends itself to the fact that he has a unique take on disrupting people’s ways of thinking in order to become closer to customers.  Let’s get right into this episode and learn from the master how to find product market fit. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:35] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Brant Cooper Bio Check out guestio.com and let’s get you some world-class content Brant gives us a bit of his background Awkward and introverted growing up  Raised in Cali and Virginia  Self-taught entrepreneurship  College for the sake of knowledge  Living through the ‘.com’ [06:36 - 20:36] How to Find Product Market Fit Brant on failure and bouncing back  Writing on the movement  Beginning to teach large enterprises  Everything is changing  Why you should be a lean entrepreneur What ‘lean’ really means Reduce waste improve product Learning and understanding your customers Finding a model that works Why startups fail in the first place Always keep learning What to test - unknown and fundamental assumptions Gathering data from your market segment/network A word from our sponsor [20:37 - 29:04] Alternatives to Venture Capitalism  How to know when it’s time to raise capital Raising for intellectual property  Alternatives to raising funds for founders  Taking power for yourself Put off the institutional raise Own it and take charge as CEO Form relationships before the pitch Network is king Products change behavior - know, like, and trust Cutting through the noise [29:05 - 38:48] Closing Segment Who you know, or what you know It’s a sequence, what unlocks who you know  Who you know gets you to success Playing devil’s advocate for the ‘what’ You need a what that no one else has ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Brant Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Having faith in your own self, being able to take care of your own economy… is really what entrepreneurism is all about.” - Brant Cooper “‘Lean’ is how do I reduce the waste in producing whatever value I’m trying to do.” - Brant Cooper “Everybody wants to start big, right, but you gotta start narrow and focused; who do I want to create value for?” - Brant Cooper Resources mentioned:  Disruption Proof - Brant Cooper Connect and engage with Brant on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Check out https://brantcooper.com/ for even more resources. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Having a podcast is one of the best ways to scale your message and there are great things coming to this space! In this episode I welcome back a very special guest, Jordan Harbinger.If you don’t know, Jordan is the ‘Larry King’ of Podcasting. He was once a Wall Street Lawyer who turned to talk show host, social dynamics expert and entrepreneur. Jordan has always had an affinity for social influence interpersonal dynamics in social engineering and is now a podcaster and radio personality who hosts the Jordan Harbinger Show, which boasts some of the highest profile interviewees in the podcasting space. Tune into this episode if you want to learn how Jordan uses the power of networking and building relationships, as well as important conversations around the state of podcasting.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:30] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Jordan HarbingerBioCheck out guestio.com and let’s get you some world-class contentExciting things happening in the podcasting spaceJordan’s thoughts on the podcasting spacePodcast discovery through FacebookNavigating a crowded space [06:31 - 20:35] The State of PodcastingHow Apple is losing footing in the podcasting arenaNegligence in optimization Podcasting vs. YouTubeThe revenue difference How platforms affect your contentThe projections of opening podcasts to FacebookFrom millions to billions of eyesSaturation can’t be your excuse for not startingCurrent platform numbersGreat things coming for podcastingThe example of ClubhouseHow podcasting beats ClubhouseThe FOMO factor is overThe inclusivity and re-playability of podcastingClubhouse is a waste of time[20:36 - 35:40] More People Listening, Less People TalkingThe issue of too many people not adding valueA distraction from people who really know what they’re doingThere are real people creating real art in the podcasting spaceMy example from the startup space Facebook dominates clubhouse in the market spaceThe podcasting community is hard to pollute New players coming into the space Podcasting weeds out junk naturally The intimacy of podcastingThe great revenue equalizer A uniquely decentralized platformA word from our sponsor[35:41 - 42:39] The Future State of PodcastingJordan’s thoughts on future of interview formatsThe importance of your niche Facing money giantsWhat it take to break evenInterview formats don’t need as much funding [42:40 - 51:55] Closing SegmentJordan’s advice towards starting a podcastThe importance of adding actual value within your networkDon’t fall into the FOMO trapDo it because you would do it even if no one listenedThe wins and losses of podcastingThe opportunities that arise from the podcast spaceHow to engage with JordanLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “If you've got an entrenched player in the social media space, and they're like, ‘Hey, we're doing podcasts,’ that's great news for the ecosystem.” - Jordan Harbinger“Why am I doing something for 600 people, when I can talk into this mic right here, at my leisure with no pants on and get hundreds of 1000s of people or on a smaller show at least get 10x the amount of people if not 100x, or 1,000x, the amount of people listening?” - Jordan Harbinger (On Clubhouse)“Podcasting slowly, but surely gains ground over time and makes a lot of money and has really loyal fan bases.” - Jordan HarbingerResources mentioned: Jordan Harbinger ShowConnect with Jordan on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Twitter. Make sure to check out his website https://www.jordanharbinger.com/ Learn the stories, secrets, and skills of the world’s most brilliant and interesting people.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As a business owner, networker, and/or entrepreneur, it’s your story that captures the attention of the people you are trying to reach. Donald Miller is an author, public speaker, business owner, and the CEO of StoryBrand. He is also the author of the #1 bestselling book Building a Story Brand.Through his company StoryBrand, he helps people capture and clarify their message to their audience/customer base in a way that sells not just a product or service, but a story that they can join. Don’t miss out on the gold in this episode as we dive in and learn more from Donald about the factors you need to become a best selling author, and how to build a story brand.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:11] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Donald Miller BioCheck out guestio.com and let’s get you some world-class contentDonald gives us a bit of background on his storyGrowing up on survival mode Introverted as a kidBecoming a great CEO Never went to college![05:12 - 19:48] How to Build a Story BrandVanderbilt University picked up the StoryBrand Framework A desire to become a best selling author The journey there When to know you have got something ‘good’You need to be obsessed with it A built in ‘shit-detector’ Confess and test material The daunting task of marketing a book on marketingDeveloping and testing the framework firstDoubling revenue with words alone Donald’s experience after writing his first bookOvercoming the ego Releasing more books successfully When to stick with it, when to give it upDelusional optimism will get you farDon’t hold on to past things as precious A word from our sponsor[19:20 - 32:17] What it takes to become a NY Times Bestselling AuthorDonald’s ingredients for getting a book to hitThe luck factorThe value factorThe self-promotion factorThe importance of humility Arrogant people don’t self-promote Humble people know people need their messageWho you know or what you know? Who you know, but you have to be competent Take the shot when you get the opportunityEvening out the playing field for others Stay uncomfortable The art of pushing yourselfPush it then back off and repeat Dive into the deep end but don’t stay there [32:18 - 43:22] Closing SegmentHow to build a story brand Takin the elements of storytelling and turn it into message clarificationHow to keep people interested Problem Product Result The 4 characters you can play ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to engage with Donald Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “One of the differences between good CEO’s and great CEO’s… One of the greatest common denominators of those who make that leap, is that they grew up poor.” - Donald Miller“These businesses were doubling in sales by only changing the words on their website… and the great thing is words are free!” - Donald Miller “Delusional optimism will get you very far in life.” - Donald Miller“If you’re slightly uncomfortable, you’re growing.” - Donald MillerResources mentioned: Building a Story BrandBooks by Andrew GroveHow I Built This - PodcastWebsite WednesdayConnect with Donald on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Check out https://storybrand.com/ and start clarifying your message! Pick up a copy of Donald Miller’s latest book “Business Made Simple. 60 Days to Master Leadership, Sales, Marketing, Execution, Management, Personal Productivity and More” here. For more information, visit www.www.businessmadesimple.com.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s the challenges you face and the passion for your craft that get you ready to handle the level of your dream. This is the inspiration that pushed Iginio Straffi. Iginio is the Founder and President of Rainbow Group, headquartered in Le Marche region, Italy. Rainbow is the largest, leading animation studio in Europe, well known for its world famous TV show entitled “Winx Club”. Under Straffi’s visionary leadership, Rainbow rapidly grew into an international entertainment Group consisting of 10 companies. Today, Straffi is busy making movies and has just recently released the 1st 3D movie produced entirely in Italy, which has grossed over USD 50 million internationally. Truly a world-renowned artist, I can’t wait to dive in and learn more about what it takes to get a show on Netflix. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 07:19] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Iginio Straffi  Bio Check out https://travischappell.com/coaching and let’s get you connected Iginio shares his background Growing up in a small town in Italy  A dream to inspire others through movies and graphic novels  Proposing to publishers in Rome at the age of 19  Going to University for foreign languages literature  [07:20 - 14:19] You Need a Challenger for Your Dreams Fueling skill with literature  Nothing wasted  Iginio’s advice to parents supporting their children Cultivating and supporting talents You need to challenge dreams  Getting your kids ready for a competitive environment Passion with hard work delivers results A word from our sponsor [14:20 - 27:10] How to Get a Show on Netflix Iginio’s steps after selling graphic novels  Following a character  Changing to other projects  The experience working for an animated movie  Starting Rainbow Studio  Making an investment  The ability to share a story through art  Seeing and modelling success  The start of Winx Clubs’ success  Making a name in the industry  Building a bigger and better team  Competing with names like Dragon Ball Z and Digimon Iginio’s experience of bringing something to life on screen Learning what Netflix is looking for  [27:11 - 35:29] Closing Segment Dealing with unexpected challenges You always need a plan B  Iginio’s experiences  Facing competition How to engage with Iginio Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “At the end of the day, I think that we need a counterpart to challenge you because life is done in a competitive environment and challenging environment.” - Iginio Straffi “If you’re in a disadvantaged position, if you have a motivated team and you have passion and talent you can deliver more results.” - Iginio Straffi Connect with Iginio on Facebook. Go check out http://www.iginiostraffi.com/ and learn more about this art.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The act of writing is one of the most intimate mediums you can use to connect with other people. Miguel Sancho, author of the wildly authentic book, More than You Can Handle, is also an Executive Producer of non-scripted television documentaries and series. Before his work with A&E Networks, Miguel accumulated more than two decades of experience producing national television news broadcasts.He has conceived and managed the production of hundreds of primetime broadcasts, ranging from long-term documentary projects to live breaking news specials all while known as a prolific originator of ideas and working extensively with top talent such as Diane Sawyer, Barbara Walters, Elizabeth Vargas, David Muir, Dan Harris, Chris Cuomo, and John Stossel. I can’t wait to do a deep dive and learn from Miguel his secrets on writing and how to overcome more than you can handle. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:27] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Miguel SanchoMiguel shares his backgroundTrying different things after college Meeting a friend who led to a job at a TV show as a reporter Going freelance and building a company Aptitudes towards this expertise growing into adulthood[05:28 - 16:02] Writing Something People Actually Want to ReadMiguel talks about his experience with his sons diagnosesAn unprepared burden to bare Reading other people’s documentations There’s a story here that hasn’t been toldThe journey of writing the book Taking the subject and turning it into a bookStandard procedure for non-fictionGetting picked up by an agent and publisher How to write things that get picked upWrite something brutally honest Your story isn’t always interesting on its ownWriting a good bookStep 1: write a crappy book firstStep 2: go back and write a good oneCutting the fat down - less is moreA word from our sponsor[16:03 - 31:03] How to Overcome More than You Can HandleThe importance of authenticity and the resistance to itTurning lemons into lemonade - we all have setbacksThe intimacy of writing Who you know or what you know?The importance of adding value to people The matter of networking in this current environmentWhen a connection led to a moment of successEverything has been enabled through another person The art of networking upThe rewarding ability to share wisdom downward Making people more competent for your benefit The benefits of working with energetic people Networking tips from MiguelGet the person to talk about themselvesMaking an impression through active listeningKeeping relationships healthy during a crisisPracticing meditation Don’t be afraid of therapy or medicationThe importance of FaithMonitoring and upkeep physical health [31:04 - 40:30] Closing SegmentIf you lost all your current contacts, how would you build your network?Searching out groups dedicated to a higher purpose ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to engage with MiguelLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “You still have the opportunity to tell a story, and if it’s a good story, it’s something to feel good about.” - Miguel Sancho“If it is a personal story, make sure it is as honest as you can make it, warts and all. Be mindful in this world that the ‘and all’ is just as important and just as valuable as the warts.” - Miguel Sancho“There’s a wonderful thing about writing, as opposed to public speaking, or video production, and it’s that it’s inherently intimate… When you get engaged with a book it can be like a hand reaching out to you.” - Miguel SanchoResources Mentioned:More Than You Can HandleConnect with Miguel on LinkedIn and Twitter. Go check out https://miguelsancho.net/ to learn more.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com.You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ExplicitOne conversation could change the whole trajectory of your life. That was certainly the story for former NBA player Matt Barnes. Matt was in the NBA for 14 seasons, drafted in 2002 and won a NBA Championship in 2017.Growing up, facing hardships and racial prejudice was a big part of Matt’s life. Having an affinity for sports, he worked hard and trained up and became the man he is today. He inspires many not only through his athletic career but also his podcast, All the Smoke, and his work with his non-profit, Athletes vs. Cancer, where he partners with other athletes and celebrities to promote early detection and other preventive measures. Dive right into this special episode and learn more about this former NBA’s life changing call from Kobe.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:15] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Matt BarnesMatt shares his backgroundLiving in CaliforniaGrowing up with drug addicted parentsNavigating racism Gaining acceptance through sportsDealing with labelsLearning to fit in any room [05:16 - 19:33] Mastering the Mental GameMatt’s thoughts on parenthoodEverything was trial and error Seeing the effects of drugs and sicknessHaving the Cannabis talkMaking sure kids hear it from YOU firstMatt’s experience growing upMatt talks about the moment he began pursuing the NBARealizing the natural talentWorking harder in college Making it in any big leagueDealing with being cut The game is 90% mentalIt’s the mental game that made Kobe and LeBron tickFocusing on being a start in your own roleThe importance of understanding the long gameYou have the tools, don’t give up too earlyTop 3 most memorable moments in the leagueMaking it The moment of finding his footingTaking the NBA experience into the business world[19:34 - 28:42] Former NBA's Life Changing Call from KobeMatt’s relationship with KobeStarting into the league with KobeThe goal is to guard this guyThe Ball FakeThe call that changed everything Setting the scene of the interviewGetting the call from KobeInvited to be a LakerFrom competitors to brothers Hanging out off the court Breaking the walls down Seeing the other side of a personMatt tells a story of KobeWanting people to know you beyond the sportA word from our sponsor[28:43 - 36:06] From the Court to the Business WorldMatt talks about stepping into the business world Getting in late in the gameGetting his kids into the podcast space Networking with me at an eventDeciding to make smart investmentsOnly the things you believe in Hopping on and increasing valueWhat’s coming next for MattDisrupting your space Focusing on investments[36:07 - 42:37] Closing SegmentHow relationships led Matt to success in the business spaceThe ability to connect dotsExamples of partnerships and team ups All about who you knowSurround yourself with people smarter than youHow to engage with MattLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “It was another humbling experience, you know, but like I said, it really made me hungrier. Like, I know… what do I need to work on what I need to do to get there? So that's really kind of where I developed my work ethic.” - Matt Barnes“What people don't understand is once you get to that top level, whatever sport it is, or whatever profession it is, 90% of the game is mental.” - Matt Barnes“We went from like teammates and respected competitors to two brothers, because we would hang out all the time off the court.” - Matt Barnes“You have to disrupt whatever space you're in to really kind of make any money or any noise.” - Matt BarnesResources Mentioned:https://athletesvscancer.com/ All the Smoke PodcastConnect with Matt on Twitter and Instagram. Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

You’ve heard me express time and again that college will never give you all the skills you need to succeed, but it’s rare that you hear it from a professor himself. Mark Hershberg is a seasoned executive and cybersecurity expert who bridges the divide between business and technology.He has first hand experience in starting, growing, and fixing startup companies spanning 10 different verticals and has helped two Fortune 500 companies with their internal startup initiatives, and helped create educational programs at MIT and HBS. Having also written the book The Career Toolkit, Mark is not the kind of professor that teaches what he’s never done himself.I’m looking forward to diving in and hearing from this MIT professor on skills you don’t learn in college.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:49] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Mark HershbergBio Be sure to check out http://www.travischappell.com/coaching Mark shares his backgroundClassic 80’s nerdDad was a Physician and Mom was a TeacherCareer influencers[08:55 - 25:30] MIT Professor on Skills You Don't Learn in CollegeMark’s perspective on the value of collegeThe value of being taught how to think College is overused and in need of reformShifting the model Where college started breaking and how to fix it The value of learning to pivotThe misconception around ‘lifetime jobs’ A degree doesn’t tell people the level of skill you haveKey skills that can’t be taught at college that jobs are looking forCommunication skills, networking, team buildingKnowledge can always be taught These skills will make you more employable or more effectiveDecisions that will help you learn the skills you won’t get from collegeGoing beyond the need to qualify What do you need to be successful in that role?List the needed leadership and communication skillsChunk down that list and teach yourself Create a peer learning groupWhy some content gets pushed over other A word from our sponsor[25:31 - 32:19] Making of the Career ToolkitMark talks about the inspiration behind the book Partnership with MITMaking content available to everyone From notes to a book Who can get value from thisReaders 20 to 40People who wished they knew this earlier HR and Executive teamsContent in the bookWhat to take away from the content Learning key skills Negotiation Networking Getting incrementally better to increase ROI on your career[32:20 - 40:42] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?Geometry analogy The deep need for both knowledge and communicationA connection that led to something importantMark talks about meeting people in New YorkOne relationship leading to many other important onesRaNDoM RoUnDHow to engage with TomLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “I know people who got a four year degree from some top universities and went on and became a secretary or became the manager of some local retail store.” - Mark Hershberg“Here is the secret to learning these things… You want to create peer learning groups.” - Mark Hershberg“Once you start exploring these skills, what you're going to find is you'll recognize opportunities right in front of you you never saw before”. - Mark Hershberg“Don't worry about trying to become world class, spend a little time… take a little of that time and get better at leadership, communicating, networking, negotiating; that's going to have a massive ROI.” - Mark HershbergResources Mentioned:The Career ToolkitConnect with Mark on Twitter and LinkedIn. Go check out https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com/ to learn networking skills that will be tools in your kit!Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.: BYN Breakdown Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A huge part of any business is persuasion. Influencing people into buying your products, availing of your services, or supporting your brand is an art, and that is what Jason Harris will talk about in this episode. Jason Harris is the co-founder and CEO of Mekanism, a marketing company. Today, Jason talks about how you can persuade people without being annoying. He also shares his thoughts on college education, building a network, and starting your own venture. Join us and learn how you can influence other people and build your network effectively!  [00:01 - 04:00] Opening Segment  I introduce Jason to the show Jason’s background A quick fun chat between me and Jason [04:01 - 14:39] Starting Your Own Venture is a Long Game Jason’s teenage years Being a fan of the band Kiss How Kiss persuaded people by storytelling How Jason got into advertising and marketing The influence of TV Analyzing TV commercials in his early years Jason’s thoughts on going to college College: Good use of time or not? Advantages of going to college  Study something you’re interested in  Working in the advertising industry Why entrepreneurship is a long game Learning from work experience How working at other places enhances your decision making [14:40 - 25:20] CEO of Mekanism Talks Business and Networking Transitioning to business Don’t do it on your own Building a team The advantage of even distribution of equity among partners How to stay on the same page with your partners Never let relationships drop to zero Keeping your network thriving and alive [25:21 - 30:14] Closing Segment The soulful art of persuasion Why being yourself is key Having a generous mindset A preview of Jason’s new book Tweetable Quotes:  “I subscribed to playing the long game. Knowing if that’s something you want to do, there’s value in picking up information, clues, and ideas from working at other places… It’s gonna save you time from making a lot of mistakes or pitfalls...” - Jason Harris “You think you don’t have to be disciplined, but discipline drives habit, and habit drives the success of building that network… Popping an article to them when you’re thinking about them takes about 10 seconds. It doesn’t have to be carving out an hour for a conversation in our busy schedule, but keeping people on top of mind and building your network in that way really keeps that network thriving and alive... - Jason Harris Resources Mentioned: The Soulful Art of Persuasion by Jason Harris Connect with Jason on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter. Check out his new book, The Soulful Art of Persuasion. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Expressing who you really are is the way to fulfillment. This is what Jason Ellis believes. Jason is a professional skateboarder, mixed martial artist, radio DJ, and podcast host. In this episode, he shares why authenticity is the way to having satisfaction in life. He tells us his story of moving from Australia to the United States and pursuing his passion for skateboarding. Jason also shares his transition from skateboarding to being a radio DJ to having his own podcast. Let’s get into Jason’s incredible story. Listen in! [00:01 - 12:31] Opening Segment  I introduce Jason to the show Jason’s background story Why he hated school Leaving Australia for the US Getting into skateboarding His plans on commentating on sports Why authenticity matters in sports commentary [12:32 - 25:06] From Skateboarding to Being a Radio DJ How Tony Hawk got Jason into the radio industry Jumping from skateboarding to becoming a radio DJ Why relatability is powerful in radio shows The importance of being yourself Jason on having his own podcast The challenge of starting his own thing How it’s different from radio [25:07 - 28:49] Closing Segment Jason answers: who you know vs. what you know Tweetable Quotes:  “For me to be on the radio being funny, having a lot of accomplishments, but also being a loser, emotional, depressed… I’ve done all these terrible things, but I’m still here, and I’m kicking it.” - Jason Ellis “The expression of who you are at your core is what I think allows you to lead a life that you live… Expressing those things makes you live in congruence with who you believe yourself to be.” - Travis Chappell  Resources Mentioned: The Jason Ellis Show Connect with Jason on Instagram, Twitter, Youtube or visit his Website: https://www.thejasonellis.com/ Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We know by now that one of the most important aspects of your success is your hustle, your networking, and your ability to connect! Today’s guest has done all of those since she was a little girl.From standing in the food lines in post-Soviet Russia, to the cover of Glamour Magazine, Russian-American Eugenia Kuzmina is a world-renowned model, movie star (including working with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars and most celebrated directors), comedian, and model mom. She’s been called “the hardest working mom in Hollywood.” Eugenia shares that everything in her life comes as the result of working hard and understanding networking from an adding value and generosity perspective.Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation as hear why Eugenia Kuzmina started modeling young as a way to take care of her mom and sister. You’re in for a treat.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 – 06:49] Opening Segment • I introduce today’s guest, Eugenia Kuzminao Bio • Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking• Eugenia gives us some background on her lifeo Father was a Russian nuclear physicist. o Mom was a scientist who stayed home to help her family. o Eugenia was a self-described “rebel” who was always curious. o Her father died when she was 15.o She learned early to live in survivor mode; she became the primary breadwinner for the family at that young age.   [06:50- 15:47] Model as her primary foray into the entertainment world• She was scouted on the streets, but got in with a famous Russian designer • Eugenia was scouted to go to Paris and her family was very supportive• Soon after her father died, she really worked hard to provide for her family; so it was no longer about modeling and entertainment, but about finding work.• She was curious as a child, would talk to American and other tourists, and began to question some of the communist history books. She really wanted to go explore the world for herself. • Paris and modeling really became her ticket out• Eugenia, always wanting to learn, speaks or somewhat understands NINE different languages! • Why there is always extra food backstage at modeling shows, and why Eugenia would join Russian moms “collecting” it [15:48 – 19:17]  The Big Move to New York and Rise to the Top• Her big moves were to London and New York, because that was where supermodels went. • She moved to New York at 21 with seven years of experience, and street smarts from her time in Japan. • She was scouted by some huge names in the fashion world, started attending business school at nights, investing in stocks, and working on her career and personal growth• She was told by her doctors in Russia that she would probably never be able to have a family; but became pregnant and began rethinking her career.[19:18 - 21:36]  Broadening Horizons to Acting, Comedy, Big Screen• She wanted to create her own brand, and not solely be a model for hire. • Movies and Acting was “an accident!”• She had always loved movies, but she met her husband who was a producer (now CEO of Miramax).• They moved to Los Angeles, started her family and networking• “Which do you enjoy most: modeling, acting, comedy?” “I really love working with creative and talented people.” [21:37 - 24:00 ]  What’s Next for Eugenia Kuzmina• She has been doing more comedy during the pandemic on various platforms• A show in Vegas at the Wynn sponsored by Zappos??? It’s a possibility… and Travis will be invited! Stay tuned.• She has returned from Turkey where she was shooting Guy Ritchie's latest action film: Five Eyes. Costars included Hugh Grant and Jason Statham.• She was thankful her role this time wasn’t a Russian Spy!• Eugenia is currently practicing and rehearsing for the Fox show: I Can See Your Voice.[24:01 – 31:30 ]  How Eugenia Kuzmina views Relationship Building and Networking • In Hollywood, the right relationships are everythingo With so much money changing hands, you have to know who to trust• Some say Hollywood is only about who you knowo Eugenia disagrees! What are you bringing to the table?• Ultimately, relationship building is about being generous o What can you give? o How can you add value? • Can you be centered? You have to know who you are! o If you connect people first, they will remember you. So give your best!• Who you know or what you know?o What you know! And are you ready to give your best. o Then, if you are trusted, who you know matters!• She was fired from a few films—she shares why, and why she gets it and believes it was the right thing at the time. [31:30 – 34:04 ]  The Closing Segment and the RaNdOmrOUnd• How to engage with Eugeniao Links below• Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “I had a lot of will power and resilience, so definitely I see it as a blessing.” – Eugenia Kuzmina “Modeling seems so glamorous. Many times, you can get seduced by the outside part of it… but many times you are really alone and isolating.” – Eugenia Kuzmina“So many times, people come to LA thinking it’s all about who you know, not what you bring. I really disagree.” – Eugenia KuzminaResources Mentioned:• Chernobyl on HBO• Five Eyes Film  Connect with Eugina on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Go to https://www.eugenia-kuzmina.com/ and see how the advocate, model mom, comedian, and movie star makes it all work. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Loungeto become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re not getting knocked down, then you’re not trying hard enough. Tom Austin is a seasoned entrepreneur and currently partner in several technology start-ups. He is the CEO of Confidently, a personal, pocket-sized, confidence coach developed by a team of PhDs with decades of experience coaching elite performers.Part of Tom’s track record was becoming Co-Founder of AND 1, a well-known, global basketball apparel brand. He was instrumental in evolving the AND 1 business strategy and brand for nearly a decade and built AND 1's footwear department from basically zero sales to just north of $200,000,000 annually! These days he is currently writing screenplays, advising start-ups, and consulting.Let’s dive right in and learn Tom’s top lessons from the rise and fall of And1.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 08:54] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Tom Austin Bio Be sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingTom gives some background on his story Growing up in New England Parents Growing up with a love for sports A push towards educationAlways wanted to play in the NBA College experience [08:55 - 33:19] Lessons from the Rise and Fall of And1Tom talks about what he learned in his time in And1Teamwork - The importance of team alignmentCompetition - You will experience setbacks - learn from them The value of practice and breaking things downHow Tom defines successAm I and my family healthy and happy?What am I doing that is a net positive? The And1 timeline and experience Tom talks about his transition into finance and entrepreneurshipNetworking within sports and athletics Going into a business partnership Pivoting into the And1 business model The beginning stages of And1Expectation vs. reality Transitioning into basketball niche apparel Starting with t-shirts and pitching them to retailersLanding a meaning with Footlocker Always willing to learnWhen And1 started to catch on Going all in Getting a $600,000 order The start of the Street Ball line - playing to endorsementsFinding your flavor The fall of And1 and its lessonsGetting worn down on work The issues in HR, systems, and market changes Maintaining your infrastructure  A word from our sponsor[33:20 - 40:09] Access to Your Own Person Performance CoachTom talks about his next steps after And1 ended Getting back into a centered state Going back to grad schoolGetting into filmmakingTom shares about his newest business - Confidently Coaching from sports psychologists Giving people their own personal performance coach Lessons people can learn from accessing the app Getting excited about the team and the domain areaSeeing everything come together[40:10 - 50:34] Closing SegmentWhere to learn more about Tom’s Links below Why people don’t build relationshipsDepends on where you’re at Strong and weak ties The difficulties of finding a deeply trusted personQuestions to ask yourself Who you know or what you know?It depends on where you’re at and what you do RaNDoM RoUnDHow to engage with TomLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “Having a team and being able to work and win together and having a common purpose, in what’s called alignment in the teamwork literature… All the teamwork related stuff is definitely number one.” - Tom Austin “You’re gonna get knocked on your butt, things aren’t always gonna go your way. So you got to learn from each thing - look at each set back as a learning opportunity.” - Tom Austin“If I’m not getting knocked down, then I’m not trying hard enough.” - Tom AustinConnect with Tom on LinkedIn. Go check out https://getconfidently.com/ and get your own pocket coach. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We know by now that one of the most important aspects of your success is in building relationships, but you can’t build them without first mastering the subtle art of communication! As an expert on the subject, Greg Rice is passionate about genuine and effective communication and connection.Greg has helped lead companies like Nestle, Macys, eBay, Harley Davidson, Cigna, and Taco Bell while also helping hundreds of entrepreneurs raise over $20 Million in financing. He now explores insights from industry experts on the Art of Communication Podcast, to help others connect and communicate more effectively in their business and personal lives.Don’t miss out on this amazing conversation as we dive deep with Greg Rice and learn the art of communication.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:57] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Greg RiceBio Be sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingGreg gives us some background on his lifeOnly child, underprivileged neighborhood Graduating and going into sales Navigating insecurity around communication and relationships Discovering the effects of authenticity in connection[04:58 - 16:37] Learn How to S.A.V.E.Greg talks about why he went into sales despite fearing it Never letting fear stop you Opportunities to learn and grow Takeaways from Greg’s early career As a leader, you don’t have to always have the answers The importance of getting personal with your team SAVE methodology Self-awarenessAskingVulnerabilityEmpathyGreg talks about having the hard conversations Don’t put them off, they always come back Balancing honesty and vulnerability An example of talking with your spouse  A word from our sponsor[16:38 - 28:58] The Art of CommunicationWho you know or what you know?Building relationships leads to opportunitiesMutually beneficial relationshipsAn example through my relationship with Greg Shaving the years off of the learning curve The importance of connection and vulnerabilityBeing more relatable People know when it’s ‘not you’Greg talks about the process of building a relationship Prepare and learn about the personThe best ways to get introduced/connected Building and add value over time before you ask anything Don’t put all your eggs in one basket[28:59 - 35:30] Closing SegmentEverything is practice for the next time Learn from every conversation you have Failing only comes when you quit Every entrepreneur will face the pivot RaNDoM RoUnDHow to engage with GregLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “It’s huge to take the time to get their perspective, and know what’s going on in their world… I always learn there’s something else going on there.” - Greg Rice “Every opportunity I’ve ever gotten has come from building relationships with folks, and leveraging that in a way that benefits us both and leads to good outcomes.” - Greg Rice “Look at where you can add value. Look at where you can help them in whatever they’re trying to accomplish… You have to build a relationship and add value first.” - Greg RiceResources Mentioned:The Art of CommunicationBody Language MasteryConnect with Greg on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Go to https://gregjrice.com/ and see how communication mastery can improve your relationships and business.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When you become addicted to seeing and building the growth of others, you’d be surprised how much you grow yourself. Dean Dutro is the Co-Founder of Worth eCommerce, a company with a sole focus on growing revenue by creating a lasting relationship between people and their customers through the most personable form of digital connection: email. Dean is also the Founder of Email Growth Training and Co-Host of the Relationship Commerce Podcast. I’m looking forward to getting into this conversation with Dean, a networking and relationship expert who learned that it only takes one success. Listen in to find out more!Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:24] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Dean DutroBio Be sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingDean shares a bit of his background Growing up in rural Oregon Parents owning a small businessStudent exchange in JapanPushed towards college [05:25 - 17:34] Exploring the World and Navigating the Job SpaceDean talks about his transition period away from his small town and into careerA desire to see what was out there Getting into college for communications An enjoyment of finding education around relationships Thoughts on educationLife post-college - navigating the job spaceExploring EuropeGoing through several jobs and businessesGoing back and working with his dad to learn businessOffer to work for another companyLearning to be a leaderThe decision to go out on your ownInfluence from a friend in the digital space Travel the world and start something new  A word from our sponsor[17:35 - 27:31] it Only Takes One SuccessDean talks about failing the business he started Crash and burn Bad power dynamic and gap in knowledgeBeginning to find success Asked to do email marketing Becoming the ‘email guy’ Building and recruiting a team Time to build culture and community The start of starting a successful ecommerce businessJoining a mastermind Merging forces with a partner Dean’s advice in finding successIdentify the sales channel that will work for you Niching down and solving a specific problem Hire someone for tasks that let you focus on other things[27:32 - 34:53] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?You need both - it depends on where you are in your careerFirst start on your craft and skill set The value of joining a network Learning everything needed to building a business Dean’s experience in podcasting The value of connecting with other business owners Connecting other people as wellThE RaNdOm ROunDHow to engage with DeanLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “I kind of became addicted. I loved being able to send an email, and know that cash was gonna land in their pocket that day.” - Dean Dutro“A big change from the way I viewed business from the first year… I had this idea in mind that I wanted to build a culture, I wanted to build a community, I wanted to help businesses grow, and I wanted to make sure that I was growing and my team was growing.” - Dean DutroResources Mentioned:The Relationship Commerce PodcastConnect with Dean on LinkedIn. Go to https://worthecommerce.com/ and learn even more about building your relationship commerce!  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s amazing what happens when you shift your mindset from making a dollar, to serving and delivering value to people. Michael Hellickson is the CEO of Club Wealth®, an Executive Business Consulting Firm that offers coaching and training to business owners worldwide.Michael has been a leader in the real estate industry, where he built a multi-million dollar business as a real estate agent, eventually becoming the Nations #1 real estate agent. His success in real estate brought him to his current career in real estate coaching. Michael has been featured on several national television and radio programs.Let’s dive in and learn how mentorship made him the number one realtor in the world.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:14] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Michael HellicksonBio Be sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingMichael shares a bit of his background Always running businesses even as a kidRunning a lottery in schoolWanting to afford the things his parents couldn’t[07:15 - 24:15] How Mentorship Made Him the Number 1 Realtor in the WorldMichael talks about transitioning to delivering valueThe money flows inServing on a mission Learning to serve people Going into careerWorking 100 hour weeksGetting into the right mindset and headspace Michael talks about finding coachesGetting taught the right skills till hitting a ceiling Learning to leverage time with a new coachImplementing the things you use from mentorsMotivated by fearLearning pieces of the road map and putting them togetherThe timeline for Michael to getting to 7-figuresYou need to have some talent involved with your commitment The importance of commitment to the processIt’s not instant gratification Success isn’t sexyThe key is humility  A word from our sponsor[24:16 - 38:29] The Secrets to Scaling and Finding the Right MentorMichael talks about getting to the number one spotIt was never the goal From 400 transactions a year to 180 a monthThe most important things in scaling You are the issue with scaling Getting your systems and automation set first The lead up to Club Wealth® and finding the right coachThe problem with being rightStory about picking the right fights A love for helping other people grow Finding qualified coachesThe core values of Club Wealth[38:30- 43:55] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?Who you know Relationships lead to what you need to know to getting successThE RaNdOm ROunDHow to engage with MichaelLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “That’s when I really started making money. When I stopped worrying about, ‘how do I make a buck,’ and when I started delivering more value, the money just flowed in.” - Michael Hellickson“People are motivated by one of two things, hope for gain or fear of loss, and most of us are more motivated by fear of loss…” - Michael Hellickson“Success isn’t sexy, success is boring… To great and lasting success, humility is necessary” - Michael Hellickson“You can be right, or you can be rich, pick one.” - Michael HellicksonResources Mentioned:Club Wealth Facebook GroupConnect with Michael on LinkedIn and Twitter. Go to https://clubwealth.com/ and learn more about getting the best mentorship.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Succeeding in business is a game of finding and being found, and that’s why personal branding is so important, and “your personal brand IS your business.” With a decade of experience in personal brand strategy & content development, Brittany Krystle was hands-on with some of the biggest personal brands online to grow their influence, including Gary Vaynerchuk, Marie Forleo & Tom Bilyeu.Since that time, she has taught thousands of entrepreneurial-minded visionaries how to position themselves online to achieve their goals and create the future they dream of. Her podcast, Beyond Influential, is all about giving you no-BS deeper level conversations, behind-the-scenes insights, and inspirational, actionable interviews from the most influential names across industries. Let’s dive in and learn from the best how to build a brand.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:14] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Brittany KrystleBio Be sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingBrittany shares a bit of her background Growing up outside of LA A dream to be in the NBA as a kid Pressured to pursue things like law - ‘safe path’Learning how to work hard early on  Talking about the balance of enjoying your school years[07:15 - 20:00] That’s ‘Not Safe’ Brittany talks about doing what you love vs. pursuing a safe route Resources available now Being pushed towards safety The value of having a gap between high school and collegeBrittany shares her journey through college and into her career Straight from college to legal work Working as a student during the recession Looking around and realizing no one’s happy Opening doors through the online space Pursuing the unsafe route  A word from our sponsor[20:01 - 36:16] How to Build a BrandBrittany talks through her transition Navigating through careers A culture of fear Getting a job with Gary V through a TweetThe positive experience working for Gary Getting asked to do growth hacking From early days to impacting branding Pivoting out to find freedom Looking for something remote Trying to replicate the success What Brittany learned about brandingEveryone is human The value of starting the podcastBeing yourself and putting yourself out there The importance of practicing what you advise Giving a voice to the silent experts[36:17- 48:48] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?Who you know and who knows itFinding and being found Brittany shares about a relationship that propelled her forward Podcasting guestsThe dinner that changed everything Long term relationship building ThE RaNdOm ROunDHow to engage with Brittany Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “You being you is the key that unlocks these doors…” - Brittany Krystle “Sometimes the loudest people are the ones who know the least, my passion is to give the people who’ve actually been in the trenches… I love getting those people in front of audiences.” - Brittany Krystle“It’s a game of finding and being found, and that’s why personal branding is so important. It’s great to know all these things, but if nobody knows you know it, then what good is it?” - Brittany KrystleResources Mentioned:Beyond Influential PodcastConnect with Brittany on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Check out https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ if you want more expert content strategies and brand insights.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With a desire to inspire, Desh is on a mission to educate, entertain and enhance the lives of those he connects with. He is a documentary filmmaker, serial entrepreneur, and the founder of Think Inc. and This is 42. As a passionate advocate for change, Desh is also an active philanthropist. In 2011, Desh acted as a founding member of Sri Lanka Unites (SLU), an organization created to heal and reconcile the once war-torn country. He also created The Dreamer’s Foundation, a not-for-profit that strives to help ambitious young people pursue their dreams.  I’m looking forward to getting into something a bit different today and hearing from the man who is adding value to people like Sam Harris and Neil deGrasse Tyson.  Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 07:57] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Desh Amila Documentary filmmaker Think Inc. Featuring speakers like Neil deGrasse TysonThis is 42 Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Desh gives some background on his story Born in a small village in Sri Lanka  Born into a 28 year Civil War - 1981 Early childhood experience  Left the town on a scholarship The journey in Australia  [07:58 - 17:04] From Trying to Survive to Leaving a Legacy Desh talks about his time in survival mode Early job experience  The struggle making you who you are today Making the transition out of the struggle and into Opportunity Volunteering at a radio station Figuring out the skill for talking and connecting  Going into filmmaking  Wanting to leave a legacy Promoting intellectualism and think tanks - Think Inc. A word from our sponsor [17:05 - 25:31] Adding Value to Sam Harris and Neil deGrasse Tyson Desh talks about his documentary Islam and the Future of Tolerance How it came about on a tour with Sam Harris Being able to criticize anything Being invited to create a film  Desh shares about the conference tour Traveling with Sam Harris and Neil deGrasse Tyson Everyone in an intellectual space  Selling Think Inc.  Creating This is 42 Upcoming movie  Better Left Unsaid  How to support [25:32 - 32:04] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Who you know, and what you want from them What do you want to achieve?  Desh shares about managing relationships Treating public intellectuals with respect and dignity  How Desh adds value to relationships ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Desh Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I do feel as the person I’ve become, the appreciation I have for the things that I have now, the gratitude I have now, it all stems back from the struggle.” - Desh Amila “I think who you know is incredibly important, but doesn’t really go as far as I think it would if you don’t know what it is that you want from those people.” - Desh Amila Resources Mentioned: Conversations with Coleman Support Better Left Unsaid Connect with Desh on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Check out https://betterleftunsaidfilm.com/ and start learning what all this is about. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.   Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every positive and negative experience you have with a company or service comes down to one important factor - culture. And to build culture, you need to learn the art of curiosity. Monty Moran is the former co-CEO at Chipotle Mexican Grill. Under his leadership and culture-building, he helped the company scale from several Million to over $23Billion.Most recently, Monty realized his lifelong dream of becoming a pilot and flies his airplane throughout the United States to pursue his interest in better understanding and serving Americans. He is a director and chairman of corporate boards and an advisor to many entrepreneurs and businesses. He is also the author of the book Love is Free; Guac is Extra.Tune into this episode and hear from the former co-CEO of Chipotle on building culture.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:31] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Monty MoranBio Be sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingMonty gives some background on his storyGrowing up in Boulder Colorado Life outdoorsGrowing up curious and getting good at reading peopleLearning through minimum wage jobsLearning from people - the things that everyone wants[07:32 - 17:33] Learning the Art of Intimacy and Curiosity in Dairy QueenMonty talks about the things he learned from people Talking to guests at DQ Everyone has something interesting to them The beauty of curiosity Seeking to value and understand people Seeing the world through others’ eyesMonty shares about the spiritual curiosity of Boulder Understanding the truthSniffing out the inauthentic Desiring the truth led to intimacy when meeting people Don’t listen to the words, but the non-verbal A word from our sponsor[17:34 - 36:00] Former Co-CEO of Chipotle on Building CultureMonty shares his experience in school and transitioning into LawCollege career Rather work WITH people than ON people Going to law school The real experience doing law - no such thing as junk work Making better relationships with the opposition than their own lawyersDropping people’s guardsInteracting with people where they're at Using the knowledge to build Culture in the service industry Monty’s transition from law to ChipotleStarting with real estate negotiations Turning around the ego Empowering people Building the kind of culture that people don’t want to leaveAsked to build Culture at Chipotle as a leader[36:01- 45:11] Closing SegmentTop lessons from Monty on building CultureDon’t try to get something out of people or job, but what you can giveThe source of a leader's power is from followersDifference between a manager and a leader Work to diminish your power not increase it Stop listening to wordsWho you know or what you know?Who you know - relationships make life worth it People are the source of wisdom How to find the book Links below ThE RaNdOm ROunDHow to engage with MontyLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “There’s no such thing as a dead-end job and the only thing that makes it dead-end is if you think it's dead-end, then you’re bringing the wrong attitude to it.” - Monty Moran“Everyone in the world wants the same thing, and that’s to be seen, valued, loved, and understood.” - Monty Moran“I’m not even going to let your words prevent me from caring about where you’re really at, caring about what you’re really feeling.” - Monty Moran“It’s so much more valuable to make others better than it is to be the ‘good one.’” - Monty MoranResources Mentioned:Love is Free; Guac is ExtraThe Power of NowConnect with Monty on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Go check out https://montyfmoran.com/ (Same as loveisfree.com) and learn more about building culture and your fullest self. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From finding power at the plate to being positioned for purpose, Darryl Strawberry has a journey that will inspire you. Darryl is a former MLB player who has played through 16 seasons. With four World Series titles, and is described as a legend by many.Even though he was immensely successful in his career, his personal life was plagued with addictions, abuse, divorces, cancer, jail-time, and, well, you name it. Darryl then turned his life around, broke through the addictions and pain, and found purpose. He is now an author of the book, Turn Your Season Around, and travels the world speaking to people who are open to unlocking the secrets of their purpose. Don’t miss out on this one. Jump in and let’s learn how a former MLB player found his purpose.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:26] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Darryl StrawberryBio Be sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingDarryl shares a bit of background on his storyGrowing up in a dysfunctional home Owing his life and survival to his motherGreatness leading to destructive behavior Happy on the outside, broken on the insideA desire to get healedDarryl shares his thoughts on what inspires a desire to changeYou know it’s not who you really areGetting consumed with earthly, empty things Realizing all things are finite ‘Who am I?’ [05:27 - 18:21] The Making of Greatness; Working When Everyone is SleepingDarryl talks about his time in school and getting into sportsA big dream to play Major League baseballProving his dad wrong Learning how to become a man - coaching An outlet through sports to face the inward painA test to Darryl’s talents Every season wasn’t great enough The training season - when everyone else is sleepingYou need to motivate yourselfDarryl talks about making it to the majors and becoming great Greater challenges Credited his career to a relationship with his coachThe difference between those who put in the workDarryl’s advice to what you need to get where you wantThe importance of real discipline Separating yourself from things that take your focus Everything else bucket vs. mindset bucketBelieving in yourself A word from our sponsor[18:22 - 25:53] Former MLB Player Finds PurposeThe defining moment as a playerGetting settled in without a chip on the shoulder Not comparing to other people Darryl talks about his book and transformationFrom living the fast life to finding healing and peaceFinding a relationship with Christ Everyone can live in the fullness of who they areYou’re not aloneThe moment that Darryl turned his life around The human experienceWhen you start searching for something bigger, you find itRealizing material wealth is empty - there’s a better wayWho are you when the team and the cheers go away?[25:54- 30:44] Closing SegmentHow to find the book Links below ThE RaNdOm ROunDHow to engage with DarrylLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “I might have looked great on the outside as far as talent-wise, and the way I was performing, it looked like I was happy on the outside, but on the inside I was broken... ” - Darryl Strawberry“It doesn’t matter how much talent you have; great players and great athletes are always working when everyone else is sleeping.” - Darryl Strawberry“I was more concerned about the happiness I had within. Happiness comes from aligning myself with a relationship with God, it doesn’t come from stuff.” - Darryl Strawberry“Who are you…? The thing is, your name is never gonna change, the team is gonna go away, the crowds are gonna go away, the cheering is gonna go away; then who are you?” - Darryl StrawberryResources Mentioned:Turn Your Season AroundConnect with Darryl on Instagram and Facebook. Go check out https://findingyourway.com/ and start learning more about finding your way.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Let’s put the power of passive income in YOUR hands. Today’s guest, Ben Suttles has been an entrepreneur for 15 years, first starting his career in IT sales and business development then onto management. His background in management and sales helped him excel in commercial real estate. Over the last 7 years, he has been involved in the acquisition & asset management of ten multifamily properties, through partnerships and Disrupt Equity, totaling over $100MM in AUM and the purchase and sale of over 1650+ units. Such a treat today, especially for you real estate geeks out there (me included)! Let’s dive in and learn more from Ben on how to raise capital for your business.  Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:48] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Dan Henry Bio  Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Ben give some background to his story Childhood experience  Entrepreneur parents starting in IT and Sales  Inspired to be an entrepreneur Parental influence and college  Going into business with his parents  [06:49 - 14:58] Why Real Estate; Make Your Money Make More Money Early career experience  Gravitating towards sales in personality Starting to take in education and knowledge  Why real estate?  Understandable and easy to follow Gravitated towards residential  The power of passive income  Tax benefits that go along with real estate  Incentivized investments  Time and financial freedom [14:59 - 24:56] How to Raise Capital for Your Business Where to get started Depending on where your life is at  Examples of strategies  Passive vs. active  Get comfortable with syndication Make sure to diversify  Get educated  I talk about my experience investing in deals  The risk vs. the reward Look for people who can mitigate the risk Look at the experience  Ready, fire, aim  A word from our sponsor [24:57- 35:40] Closing Segment Ben talks about how to build relationships that help build capital Raised $30M Building a funnel through platforms Reach as many people as you can  Ben’s networking - the importance of follow up Contacts not content Who you know or what you know? Who you know - all about relationships The relationships teach you what you need to know  ThE RaNdOm ROunD How to engage with Ben Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “You don’t want to put all your money in one deal… you have to be realistic… Get comfortable with the mechanisms of syndication, and find some groups that you're comfortable with and trust, then deploy some capital with them.” - Ben Suttles “My job as a syndicator is to retain people as clients. … If I can be open, honest, transparent, and hardworking and show them that I’m taking my fiduciary responsibilities seriously then I can win them back as an investor on my next deal.” - Ben Suttles Resources Mentioned: Rich Dad Poor Dad Connect with Ben on LinkedIn. Go check out https://www.disruptequity.com/ for more content and get into some deals and building capital.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From a broke pizza boy to a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, Dan Henry understands the struggle as much as anyone, but he also knows how to build success from nothing. Dan Henry is the founder of GetClients.com and author of The Wall Street Journal & USA Today Bestselling book “Digital Millionaire Secrets.” Today he helps entrepreneurs sell their advice or services online, for a high ticket price and has even been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, Business Insider, and more. Dive right in if you’re looking to turn your dreams into reality and hear how Dan went from $0 to $20 Million online. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:56] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Dan Henry Bio  Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Dan goes into his background Growing up in small-town Florida Parent’s careers  Raised mostly by grandparents Not seeing limits  [05:57 - 13:48] Debt Can Be Beautiful; Knowledge is Freedom  Dan talks about the benefits of going out of your way for knowledge  Blatant manipulation  The example of ‘debt’  Leveraging debt correctly  Not everyone can excel  Using debt for real investments A word from our sponsor [13:49 - 30:45] From $0 to $20 Million Online Dan talks about his college experience Story of starting to pursue education and sell advice  How Dan scaled to a million  Experimental phase  Having to sell water bottles on the side of the road Charging people a fee to help them with marketing  Learning online how to make money A million in 5 months Pivoting to helping others sell their advice Giving the ‘Red Carpet’ experience Dan talks about getting out of a deficit  Switching from low to high ticket  How to build you list to start charging high ticket Dan talks about his starting spending  The importance of evolving  Start at the rate you want to make by selling the education Strategies you can employ The untapped high ticket market  [30:46 - 40:49] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Definitely what you know Who you know boils down to what you know  The best information is from people  ThE RaNdOm ROunD How to engage with Dan Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Debt can be a beautiful thing… When you actually educate yourself and know how to use debt, you’d be surprised how many things you could get essentially free.” - Dan Henry “People will pay for what you know.” - Dan Henry “It doesn’t matter what you do, it matters how you evolve.” - Dan Henry Resources Mentioned: Digital Millionaire Secrets Connect with Dan on Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Check out https://getclients.com/ and learn how to build an 8-figure business. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine starting something like Comedy Central and losing your sense of humor? Art Bell’s journey started at CBS, then HBO, where he started the Comedy Channel which later became Comedy Central. After that, he became the President of Court TV, then worked for a while as a consultant to several television companies. Art has now left the TV business and taken up writing which led to his first book, Constant Comedy, where he documents his experience building one of the most successful channels in history.  I can’t wait for you to dive in and get some world-class networking advice from the man who started Comedy Central. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:03] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Art Bell Writer and TV executive Experience in TV Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Art goes into his background Growing up in Jersey Shore  Early life An interest and love for all things funny [06:03 - 21:28] Comedy Central Founder Gives Life Advice  Art talks about watching the greats A story about Bill Murray  Art shares about knowing what he wanted to do when he was young Told that you can’t make a living on the arts  College career Keep your passions alive  Making the pivot into TV What do you want to do for the rest of your life? Starting at CBS How networking led into HBO Becoming the founder of Comedy Central Pitching a comedy network at HBO Getting rejected Accepted by the chairman of HBO Learning the business of comedy  Casting vision Teaming up  The journey of Comedy Central The rough beginnings Growing through competition  Starting all over again A word from our sponsor [21:29 - 24:10] How Relationships Lead to Opportunities Art talks about the most fun times of the process Examples  Relationships that led to something good The chairman of HBO [24:11 - 34:36] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? People want to know you because of what you know  Advice for people who want to give back and help others  The rewards of working with younger people  The value of talking in classes and writing  Last words of advice from Art Consider everyone you meet as a potential contact Be aware of your impression ThE RaNdOm ROunD How to engage with Art Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Keep your passion alive, don’t abandon it just because it’s not gonna become the first thing you do, or what you study in college… then you’re going to have to make some decisions.” - Art Bell “The reason people want to know you or want to mentor you is because of what you know, or what you can demonstrate as talent…” - Art Bell “Consider everybody you meet as a potential contact, someone that can help you in some way even before they open their mouths… be aware of the impression you’re making.” - Art Bell Resources Mentioned: Constant Comedy: How I Started Comedy Central and Lost My Humor Built to Last Connect with Art on LinkedIn. Check out https://www.artbellwriter.com/ to learn more about Art and his life. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Rick Cesari is a prime example of how relationships and networking can source your continued success. Rick is a pioneer in how to build corporate brands and take them to the next level, specializing in creating and implementing direct-to-consumer marketing plans that generate robust growth for both businesses and brands.By applying similar direct response strategies and video marketing he has been responsible for helping to create and market many well-known, iconic brands like The George Foreman Grill, OxiClean, Rug Doctor, and GoPro. After 25 years in the industry, he now offers his knowledge in the form of consultations and books.Let’s dive in and learn from the master how you can be building brands like GoPro and George Foreman Grills.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:41] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Rick CesariPioneer in the D2C marketing industry for 25 yearsBillions of dollars in salesBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingRick gives us some background into his storyBorn and raised in North of New York CityImpacted by the death of his father College experience and pathConsuming knowledge about making money From biology to marketing Learning the basics of D2C[06:42 - 16:49] The Opportunities of Direct Response MarketingRick talks about being open to educationA love for readingLearning from mentorsLearning the basics of Direct MarketingYou always know where your money is goingA measurable productThe beginning days of Direct ResponseRick’s story with his real estate mentor Running successful ROI programs Doing live seminars with a break out product Turning a slanted grill into into the George Foreman One of the most successful infomercials in history150M Units sold on the first runBuilt on relationship Asked to do marketing for other companies A word from our sponsor[16:40 - 24:31] Building Brands like GoPro and George Foreman GrillsRick talks about an opportunity that didn’t work out and why The importance of testing the product Finding small products that aren’t new Finding products to advertiseRick talks about finding GoProRick talks about key relationships that built him upThe single source of successLearning to develop relationshipsUnder promising and over delivering 4 examples of relationships that helped in the long run [24:32 - 31:37] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?Both are important - what you know is the foundation as and expertise Attracting the who through networking Rick’s practical advice for people who feel they are bad at networking Looking for the people you need Asking questions ThE RaNdOm ROunDHow to engage with RickLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “When you’re doing direct response marketing, any type of advertising you do is always measurable… Another word for it is called accountable advertising.” - Rick Cesari“I think one of the things that I’ve been able to do in my career is find products when they’re very small but they’re not brand new… What I’ve been able to do is take something small and put a magnifying glass to it through the direct response marketing.” - Rick Cesari“I would say relationships and networking have been the single source of my continued success.” - Rick CesariResources Mentioned:The Amazon JungleBuilding Billion Dollar BrandsConnect with Rick on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook or at rick@rickcesari.com. Go to https://rickcesari.com/ and start learning how to reel in clients.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Scale your business, work fewer hours, and create lasting success! This is not only achievable, but my guests today, Megan and Michael Hyatt, have the answers to getting the double win - in life and at work. Michael is the founder and chairman of the Michael Hyatt & Company, the creator of the Full Focus Planner, and best-selling author of several books.Megan is the CEO of the Michael Hyatt & Company, leading it to be one of Inc magazines’ best places to work for 2020, and co-host of the Lead to Win podcast alongside Michael. Together as father and daughter, they authored the book, Win at Work and Succeed at Life. You’re in for a treat today, so jump right into the episode and learn straight from Megan and Michael how to win at work and succeed at life.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:09] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Michael Hyatt, and Megan Hyatt MillerMichael - Founder and Chairman of Michael Hyatt & CompanyFull Focus PlannerMegan - CEO of Michael Hyatt & Company Co-host of Lead to Win podcastBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingMichael talks about what took him on this pathGrowing up in humble beginnings in Western NebraskaPlaying music through college and high schoolRelationship with public speaking Megan shares some background on her early life in the Hyatt householdEarly stages of her Father’s entrepreneurial journalShowing entrepreneurship early on [07:10 - 15:19] Getting Enough Failures to SucceedMegan talks about her journey post highschoolBecoming interesting in design and marketing Knowing the right people Michael talks about how he ended up in Thomas Nelson PublishingA love for books and bringing out people’s ideas Leaving to start his own companyGoing back to Thomas Nelson and becoming the CEO Michael’s advice around failureGetting mistakes under your beltIt’s our success that people can’t relate toPeople connect to the human experienceA word from our sponsor[15:20 - 33:20] Win at Work and Succeed at LifeMegan talks about how she got to where she is todayDriven into her skills and natural strengthsMegan’s encouragement to younger people finding their pathMegan’s journey to becoming a wife and a mother Working for her dadMegan talks about balancing life and workExperimenting with work hoursPutting constraints around workMichael talks about results vs. hoursRealizations from the pandemicCutting work hours by 25%Finishing out the year ahead of time with less hoursMichael tells the story that inspired the book Reaching success at a false summit Work and life - You don’t have to pick one and lose the otherMegan’s top tips from the bookThe double winA longevity strategy for those serious about performingEstablishing your non-negotiablesSelf-careRelationshipsProfessional results[33:21 - 40:45] Closing SegmentWhat is the job of the CEOSetting the vision for the future Developing your executive teamVision and execution alignment Who you know or what you know?Who you know - you as a leader need to find the right person for the howNetworking is important within your business as wellHow to engage with Michael and MeganLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “You don’t have to know how to do everything you want to do in your life, you just have to know the person who knows how to do it.” - Megan Hyatt Miller“The great thing about failure is that if we process it, it becomes fodder, becomes the raw material, that enables us to connect authentically with people, and builds trust.” - Michael Hyatt“The constraints that I put around my workday, I think are really a huge reason why I’ve been able to be successful now as the CEO of the company, but also in part why our company has been able to be successful.” - Megan Hyatt MillerResources Mentioned:Win at Work and Succeed at LifeLead to Win PodcastThe Vision Drive LeaderWho not HowConnect with Michael and Megan on social media. Go to https://michaelhyatt.com/ and https://winandsucceedbook.com/ to learn how to win at work and succeed in life.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How do you become more productive? You may think that becoming more productive means having to become busier and packing your schedule. Jarrod Haning is here to teach us a better way to maximize our time AND our productivity.Jarrod is a world-class speaker and coach who works with successful business owners that have slipped into a rut of making the same income each year despite working harder and harder. Using a Nobel Prize Nominated process, he has proved that there is a specific way of thinking that produces a freer lifestyle and with his book, The Thinking Patterns of Success, he breaks down how to produce more and profit more by learning to think at a higher level about solving problems.  Get excited and dive right into this episode as Jarrod unlocks the secrets of how to become more productive and less busy. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:59] Opening Segment Sponsored ad  I introduce today’s guest, Jarrod HaningAward-winning speakerTedx and Ted GlobalNobel Nominated thinking processPodcast to ProfitJarrod gives us some background on his lifeGrowing up in Texas Gravitated towards music A love for the viola Early interests in mechanics Working in construction to play music professionally[07:00 - 18:40] Accessing the Brain On DemandJarrod talks about post-college lifeFinishing under-grad and quitting music - bad connectors Transitioning into Jarrod todayMental engagement related to sports and musicAccessing the brain on demandJarrod gives a sneak peek into the processThinking pattern blindspotsEx: ‘Action produces results’ Working harder and faster isn’t the answer Illustration of a corn maze - mapping out thinking patterns Just 2ft away from the answer to your problems15 minutes to find the solution Reconnecting the neurons Hustle way vs. the CEO wayGrinding through vs. creating processesCEO’s plan and partner How much free time should you see Is there time for your life?Freedom, power, and self-expression A word from our sponsor[18:41 - 28:44] How to Become More Productive and Less BusyWhere to start changingBreak out of the excuses Get clear on the true value of your time 4 things to look for in your to-do list; P.U.L.P.Write a P next to the things you could procrastinate doingWrite a U next to things that are uncomfortableWrite a L next to things that make a long term differenceWrite a P next to things that make you feel like things got doneWork on the things with all 4 letters firstThe importance of mindset around hiring people Take the mindscan 5 dollar an hour training Learn the value of your time and business The tasks that produce the most value Resources to look atLinks below [28:45 - 37:20] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?‘Who knows you’ The importance of referrals - how you make people feelAn important relationship in your lifeJarrod shares about the leader of a symphony ‘You never know’RaNDoM RoUnDHow to engage with JarrodLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “We’ve got a Nobel nominated process that actually teaches you how to think at a higher level, and this is why my clients normally double their revenue by working half as many hours.” - Jarrod Haning“The hustle way of thinking is, ‘more on my to-do list than I have time to get done...’ The CEO way of thinking looks at that mess and goes, ‘because there’s more on the to-do list than there is time to get done, I need to spend more time planning…’” - Jarrod Haning“Fancy fails, and simple scales.” - Jarrod HaningResources Mentioned:The Thinking Patterns of SuccessP.U.L.P.The Four AgreementsMindset Performance PodcastConnect with Jarrod on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Go check out https://www.mindsetperformance.co/ and get your breakthrough by thinking at a higher level!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s no secret that it takes money to make money, and David Kidder has a strategy that will propel you forward to gain the capital you need to either start or scale your business in a way that I think we are all familiar with by now but with a perspective you may not have thought of. David Kidder is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and an angel investor in over 40+ startups. He is currently the co-founder and CEO of Bionic, which unlocks new growth for the world’s largest enterprises, based on the tools of venture capital and entrepreneurship. Previously, David co-founded SmartRay Network and he is the co-author of the New York Times bestselling series, The Intellectual Devotional, and The Startup Playbook.With such a rich resume and wealth of experience, I’m excited to dive right in and learn more about how to raise money through networking from the master himself.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:06] Opening Segment Sponsored ad  I introduce today’s guest, David KidderAngel investor CEO of BionicAuthorBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingDavid gives us some background on his story Grew up in upstate New York Lack of resources growing up Opening and closing doorsFinding purpose in the time you’re given [06:07 - 14:50] Finding Your Path, Passion vs. ObsessionDavid talks about finding your path Don’t chase money or opportunity What do you care about, and why you? You can’t fake it The difference between passion and obsessionHow you want to spend your time vs. HAVING to do something Passion doesn’t ask the hard questionsObsession causes you to care more about the outcomeDavid shares about tools to deal with stress The kinds of fear Zero-sum fear leadership Leading yourself The importance of mindset Time, place, and talent A word from our sponsor[14:51 - 28:12] How to Raise Money Through NetworkingWho you know or what you know?What you knowRelationships have to come from a place of giving value The ‘what’ is knowing yourselfDavid’s tactics for people raising capital through building relationshipsWhat you do to create value - the follow-up The lure you use - stating what you care about to attract the right peopleKnowing what you care about Being able to ask for something Asking creates intention which creates conversation Energizing outcomes Closing someone on your ideas Capital raising is a full-time job What is the strategy Understanding the goal and jobs of the investors The questions to ask[28:13 - 35:02] Closing SegmentA relationship that changed your lifeSurprising Investment relationships that created value for David David talks about the tests of relationshipsPeople who are all in RaNDoM RoUnDHow to engage with David Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “Some doors that close are simply because of effort… and some others doors open because of other things like I was good which was creating.” - David Kidder“It's sort of like a lure, you only want to catch certain types of fish… Being out there and stating what you care about for people to find you is the first step.” - David Kidder“How can you create value for them [investors] if you don’t understand their job; what their goal is? I think it’s really important to understand the jobs around the table and the outcomes of the goals.” - David KidderResources Mentioned:New to BigThe Startup PlaybookConnect with David on Twitter and LinkedIn. Go check out https://www.davidskidder.com/ to unlock growth and go on the offensive! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Samuel Goldwyn once said, “The harder I work, the luckier I get.” Today, Stewart Hillhouse is with us to share how his decisions and hard work put him in the position to be ready for luck to strike. Stewart is the host of the Top of Mind Podcast where he interviews world-class people in creativity, and some of the smartest minds in marketing. He is the Head of Audience Growth at Customer Camp as a masterful content marketer with experience in organic growth, and an expert at attention economy.  I’m so excited to tap into Stewart’s experience and story and learn what it took to get to where he is now and how to engineer luck. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:38] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad   I introduce today’s guest, Stewart Hillhouse Audience Growth at Customer Camp Top of Mind Podcast Host Stewart gives us some background on his story Growing up in Toronto  Entrepreneurial parents  Turning towards creative arts in High School Sports as way to learn to fail in public  [05:39 - 15:04] Getting Out of the Forest  Stewart talks about his parents and journey into college Making the pivot  Going into tech management  Learning applied business Venture for Canada Biggest takeaways from the venture in service  The art of starting from scratch No two businesses are created equally  Taking projects that build momentum The education process along the way Tim Ferriss podcast Good friend network, not yet a professional network Finding the Build Your Network Podcast A word from our sponsor [21:28 - 26:03] How to Engineer Luck Stewart talks about the main thing that made him decide to join a Mastermind Saying yes to the opportunities  Figuring it all out together  Stories of making connections from masterminds Decision-making process away from the entrepreneurial path  No audience at first Launching a podcast to learn more  Bringing value to an organization Taking action towards the direction you want to head in Engineering your own luck [26:04 - 30:54] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? The people you know will tell you what you need to know  Stewart’s experience  RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Phillip Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “That’s been a big takeaway that I try to apply now, ensuring that I’m taking on activities and projects that are building momentum towards something bigger and compound over time and aren’t just one-offs.” - Stewart Hillhouse “I don’t know where I’m going, but I can learn from other people who are figuring it out in the same way…” - Stewart Hillhouse “Luck is by definition engineerable, right? But if you can put yourself in a position that allows you to be lucky more often… opportunity will come to you more often.” - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned: Top of Mind Podcast Atomic Habits Connect with Stewart on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Go check out https://stewarthillhouse.com/ to learn more from the smartest minds in marketing! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Your network is your net worth.”  We have heard this advice for quite some time now, but many of you probably still wonder how to network the right way. If you’re one of those people, this episode will bring a ton of value to you. In this solo episode from the Art of Communication Podcast with Greg Rice, he shared 3 actionable steps you can take now to build and grow your network in 2021 at a time when we still cannot meet personally due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The first step is learning the fundamentals of networking, which includes understanding your current network better. The second step is networking in the COVID-19 pandemic. This is an adjustment that we need to make because we are only allowed to meet virtually. How can we leverage these virtual meetups? The last step is about growing your network because networking doesn’t stop with merely talking to the other person.  Let’s listen to this episode and build your network in 2021!  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What if I told you that in this cutthroat world of marketing, there is one system that goes undefeated and has even led to the winning of several presidential elections? In this episode, Phillip Stutts comes back to reveal some answers. Phillip has over 2 decades of experience working on campaigns with billions of dollars in political ad spend and has contributed to over 1,407 election victories, including 3 U.S. Presidential victories. He plays and wins the game of both political and corporate marketing on the highest level. He is now the author of the book, The Undefeated Marketing System. Don’t miss out on this episode, and tune in to find out more about Phillip and this system that is taking the marketing world by storm. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:50] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad   I introduce today’s guest, Phillip Stutts Marketing Maverick  Achievements  Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Phillip’s data-driven marketing strategy  What you’ll find in the book  Committed vs. Interested  [05:51 - 21:27] The Undefeated Marketing System How do you understand your customer better? How it works in a political campaign  Finding the issues that are rising to the top  Building out the plan Build the brand  The example of the Trump campaign  The project Phillip ran  Breaking through 10,000 other ads Phillip shares a story about an eCommerce business  Building a huge Instagram following  Running insight reports for the client  Another story about a billion-dollar title company An interesting purchasing behavior among their clients Building a human connection A word from our sponsor [21:28 - 31:47] A Look at the Marketing that Changes of History Phillip talks about trends in the 2020 election that wasn’t as well known 21,500 voters could have changed history  The actions Biden took that worked  Phillip shares about the Bush v. Gore election  Out innovating competitors Winning more than you lose Engaging with Phillip’s data and analytics Utilizing customer data effectively Free data assessment  [31:48 - 38:56] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Always ask who not how RaNDoM RoUnD How to engage with Phillip Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “If you have a brand that is not in alignment with what the customer or the voter cares about, then they're gonna leave.” - Phillip Stutts “That’s why everybody struggles so much with digital marketing now because they don’t understand what they’re up against and it’s a science. I just figured out a formulaic system that I know works and I just wanted to put that out into the world.” - Phillip Stutts Resources Mentioned: The Undefeated Marketing System Fire Them Now Contagious  Who not How Connect with Phillip on Twitter and Instagram. Go check out https://www.phillipstutts.com to learn even more about your customers. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you begin to heal and change, your relationships tend to follow, including with yourself. This was Dr. Nicole LePera’s experience as she found herself frustrated with her work as a therapist.Coming from a background of battling anxiety herself, she knew that she wanted better for herself and her clients, and after going on her own healing journey with the help of research and informed psychology, she began teaching these secrets on social media, creating a community of #selfhealers. She is also the author of the e-book, How to do the Work and the creator of the SelfHealers Circle.Dive right into this episode as we hear more about Dr. Nicole’s story and learn how to heal yourself from a trained psychologist.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:27] Opening Segment Sponsored ad  I introduce today’s guest, Dr. Nicole LePeraSelf Healing Author of How to do the WorkBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingDr. Nicole shares a bit of her background Born and raised in the city to older parentsFascination with people Dealing with anxiety as a child A desire to help herself and others get better[05:28 - 19:42] Navigating Your Passion with Your PurposeDr. Nicole talks about the resolve to solve psychological problemsOthers focused Understanding the adoption of roles or masksThe decision-making process from a psychologist to working holisticallyThe journey from collegeSeeing similar patterns client to clientChanging your path responsibly The now and the not yetDr. Nicole’s journey Learning how to pivot by breaking down the stepsRealizing something needs to change Speak your truth Apply your truthA word from our sponsor[19:43 - 36:00] How to Heal YourselfThe importance of connectingWe all need connection at our coreChanging relationshipsFinding your community The work begins internally Our relationship with ourselves Who you know or what you know?A combination of both Harnessing both to create change A relationship that changed your life Learning through a clinical supervisor Never assume what the client needsDr. Nicole talks about her current partnerHow to deal with change in a healthy wayOur natural tendencies to avoid change Making space to be honest with what is there What makes people instigate change Practice being conscious of ourselves every day[36:31 - 37:07] Closing SegmentDr. Nicole talks about who her book is for and how to get itEveryone who’s trying to heal but is having a hard timeModel of holistic wellness Why we’re stuck and how to pivot and create change How to’s Links below RaNDoM RoUnDHow to engage with Dr. NicoleLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “I had come to realize, at that part of my healing journey, that I had a lifelong tendency of diluting my beliefs, my truth, and what it meant for me in favor of others.” - Dr. Nicole LePera“With healing and with changing come a lot of relationships that begin to shift and change.” - Dr. Nicole LePera“You’re subjective and I’m subjective, I’m constantly coloring everything that’s happening. So the more I can expand and create space and make choices… [the more] I can allow myself to create change.” - Dr. Nicole LePeraResources Mentioned:How to do the Work - Dr. Nicole LePeraSelfHealers CircleConnect with Dr. Nicole on Instagram and YouTube. Go to https://yourholisticpsychologist.com/ and learn more about the power to heal yourself!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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There is a plethora of coaching and life advice out there and honestly… most of it sucks. Two-time #1Best-Selling author Mark Manson realized this and took to action to start giving people a practical, non-bullsh*t, and scientific approach to life.You may recognize Mark from his book, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck - the most read non-fiction book of 2017. Since releasing the book, he has spoken at some of the most successful companies and top schools in the world with a mission to improve the public conversation around personal development and happiness. Don’t miss this episode, where you’ll find out from Mark, and his story, what can happen when you learn how to not give a f*ck.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:51] Opening Segment Sponsored ad  I introduce today’s guest, Mark MansonTwo-time #1 Best-SellerMost read Non-fiction book of 2017Small warning about the language content in this episodeMark gives some background Growing up in Austin, Texas - conservative and traditionalRejecting the norms of society as a kid[06:53 - 11:30] A Compulsive Need for Honesty and AuthenticityMark continues his story Starting his first business around relationship adviceObsession for authenticity in relationships Going to college in BostonA word from our sponsor[11:31 - 23:19] Self-Help for People Who Hate Self-HelpMark talks about his self-discoveryGraduating into a financial crashLearning how to work remotely Going into blogging The spark leading to writing philosophy Gaining popularityStarting into research The issues in relationships start withinRelationship with the self-help industry Self-help for people who hate self-helpA break away from traditional philosophy Mark’s story about getting invited to a conferenceAn epidemic of narcissism in this industry[23:20 - 28:46] How to Not Give a F*ckMark talks about the reasoning behind his bookFree to write about all these topics Confronting the normsFinding your real valuesThe right thing at the right time for the right people The after-effects of releasing the bookDefying expectations What the meteoric rise feels like[28:47 - 37:07] Closing SegmentWho are we and why are we here?Mark talks about his journey becoming a successful authorWhat it means to do something meaningful Your relationship with others and yourself Who you know or what you know?If you know the right people you’ll be fineHow it relates to meaning - material vs. meaningHow to engage with MarkLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “One thing I realized early on in my career was that I had this obsession for authentic relationships. Dishonesty or not portraying your true feelings, like - it just drives me crazy.” - Mark Manson“There’s no point in talking about the relationship stuff if you’re not going to talk about the individual first.” - Mark Manson“I think the people who are drawn to my work - they’re like me. They want to improve their lives, they want to be happier and have better relationships and feel better about themselves but they don’t buy into all the cheesy stuff.” - Mark MansonResources Mentioned:The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ckThe Four Hour Work WeekEverything is F*cked: A Message of HopeConnect with Mark on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Be sure to check out https://markmanson.net/ to learn more about getting life advice that doesn’t suck.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Few things are as lucrative as investing in commercial real estate and even fewer people can truly lead others to find success in it than Anton Mattli. Anton, CEO of Peak Financing, has decades of experience in commercial and investment banking, private equity, and commercial real estate. He’s held senior management positions at major financial institutions all over the world - directing the structuring for Fortune 500 companies. Over the past years, Anton has been advising family offices, high net worth individuals, as well as private investment funds, in commercial real estate across Europe and the United States. So jump right in and get ready for some winning investment strategies or, if you will, a mini class on commercial real estate. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:59] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad   I introduce today’s guest, Anton Mattli Peak Financing CEO Expert in commercial real estate Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Anton gives some background  Finance as a big part of the Swiss culture Joining one of the largest investment banks  The urge to become an entrepreneur The corporate background  [06:00 - 14:02] Winning Investment Strategies  Making the jump from corporate to entrepreneurship The feeling of being over your head The benefits of learning  The current state of commercial real estate  Some struggles and others flourish  The dips and the upticks  Where to start learning and getting into investing Learning and understanding the market  Advice around diversifying your funds rather than going all in  Warning signs of a bad syndication  Past experiences and track records  Know the company’s true involvement in previous deals When to ‘RUN’  A word from our sponsor [14:04 - 19:27] Mini Class on Commercial Real Estate Knowing good from bad deal terms Focus on cash flow  Cash on cash return  Appreciation and depreciation benefits Reit vs. investing with a syndicators  Reit - buying into a liquid fund  Syndications - expect that your money is on a long term hold Advantages and disadvantages Missteps rookie investors make Don’t succumb to FOMO Underestimating the amount of data you need to gather [19:28 - 26:14] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? If you don’t know it you can find the person who does  Brain to brain capacity  One relationship that lead to success The impact from networking right out of the gate  A senior manager that became a driving force  How to engage with Anton Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “That’s the reality when you try new things, not everything turns out right… there were a couple of times we felt in over our heads, but the advantages when you do that; you learn how to overcome it and you get more confident for future ventures…” - Anton Mattli “You have to be your own investment analyst. Even if you’re a passive investor, you need to spend a considerable amount of time analyzing these investments.” - Anton Mattli Connect with Anton by emailing anton@peakfinancing.com, or on LinkedIn and Twitter. Check out https://peakfinancing.com/ to dive deeper into commercial real estate investment opportunities. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want to spur on your most successful life and career, this episode is your starting point because today we’re hearing from Andy Storch. Andy is an author, consultant, coach, speaker, and facilitator who specializes in helping clients turn strategy into action and people doing the best work of their lives.He is the host of two podcasts and a recent author of the book Own Your Career, Own Your Life, where he breaks down habits, routines, and actions to help you live your most successful life.Let’s dive right in guys and learn more from Andy what it is to really own your career, own your life, and how to do it.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:16] Opening Segment Sponsored ad  I introduce today’s guests Andy StorchAuthor, speaker, coach, connector Host of two podcasts How me and Andy met Where to get Andy’s bookLinks below Andy gives some background around his lifeGrew up in Orlando, FLShy as a kid Decided to make a change in UniversityThe impact of networking On a mission to meet as many people as possible [06:17 - 18:13] Own Your Career, Own Your LifeAndy shares about doubling down on his weaknessIt’s good to focus more on strengthsAndy’s example from his own experienceDouble down on the weakness that is critical to successAndy talks about reaching out to other people Almost all say yesMaking a change in career Getting the open door from a relationshipThe importance of knowing people, over thingsWhat Andy hopes people will take away from his bookTaking ownership of your own career, life, and goals Initiate the conversations and set the goals Treating your career and life like a businessPreparing for the future Building a network and personal brandInvesting in yourself A word from our sponsor[18:14 - 26:39] Being an Entrepreneur Within Your Own CareerWho you know or what you know?Who you know leads to what you know The more people you know, the more you learn Why invest in courses and coaches Andy’s future plansFor people who want the careerYou still need to be ‘entrepreneurial’ How to grow within your career How it relates to corporate work It’s not the quality of your work, but your reputation and brand[26:40 - 32:02] Closing SegmentAndy’s advice to entrepreneurial people What you can learn from the book Learning the right mindsetExamples of having to pivot and adaptAndy shares a reminderNo one cares more about your career than you doHow to engage with AndyLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “I do think it’s important to double, triple down on your strengths and delegate your weaknesses. However, if your weakness happens to be in an area that is critical to having a successful life and business… I think it’s worth thinking about, ‘how can I make some changes?’” - Andy Storch“The main concept is I want people to take ownership of their own career and their life. So that means you take full responsibility, you take initiative, you take action towards your goals and your dreams.” - Andy Storch“No one cares more about your career than you do.” - Andy StorchResources Mentioned: Own Your Career, Own Your Life BookTalent Development Hot Seat PodcastOwn Your Career, Own Your Life PodcastNever Eat AloneConnect with Andy on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Visit https://ownyourcareerownyourlife.com/ to learn more about getting this resource into your hands and others’.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nothing connects us all to the human experience quite like stories, and if ever there was a master of its craft, it is today’s guest Robert Fergusson. Robert is a world-renowned teacher, known mostly for his incredible biblical messages and public speaking.He is currently based in Sydney, Australia where he preaches on the platform of Hillsong Church, and teaches aspiring students how to craft compelling messages using an art that has been tried and true throughout the ages: Storytelling - which he is now sharing with the world through his book, ‘Are You Getting This?’Dive in with us as Robert uncovers the art of storytelling, and the power it has to impact your message, relationships, and life.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:33] Opening Segment Sponsored ad  I introduce today’s guests Robert FergussonTeaching team from Hillsong Church Are You Getting ThisBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingRobert gives some background around his storyBrought up in the farms of England Life in Boarding SchoolTold in school reports that he would never excelPushed into the direction of teachingBecoming Christian during college [06:34 - 14:15] The Art of StorytellingRobert talks about his journey going into ministry Traveling around Europe with a team teaching and preachingSpeaking to 10,000 children in one week Learning to tell storiesThe misconceptions of storytelling Condemned in Ancient Greece Jesus himself communicated through stories and changed the worldA somewhat mistrusted and simplified way of communicatingHow stories work and their usefulnessRobert’s analogy through learning music Anyone can become a storyteller through the right methodRobert talks about why he wrote his bookA lifetime in the makingLinks belowA word from our sponsor[14:16 - 25:30] The Impact of Storytelling on Building RelationshipsRobert talks about relationships that influenced his journeyMeeting Brian Houston while being an itinerant preacherThe relationships that can change your life The importance of relationshipsGod uses people to communicate with you Robert’s story about getting invited to speak around IndonesiaWho you know or what you know?Robert answers through the story of Paul’s conversion The strangest people can have the most impact on our livesHow storytelling impacts relationshipsUnpacking HOW people impact the world Taking the ordinary and making them into a life lessonUsing stories to persuade without coming across as disingenuous Building a bridge that worksRobert gives an example of using stories Smashing the guitar [25:31 - 34:28] Closing SegmentRobert talks about a story’s effect on conversation The story of John Wesley and William Wilburforce A story that opened up a relationshipHow to find your stories The gift of curiosity ThE RaNdOm RoUndHow to engage with RobertLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “I learned how to build bridges, how to make connections, how to get people’s attention; and how to tell stories!” - Robert Fergusson“When you start understanding how stories work, it is both simple, yes, but immensely profound in the way that it communicates ideas.” - Robert Fergusson“A simple decision to thank someone or invite them around for a meal, can mean a change in your destiny.” - Robert FergussonResources Mentioned: Are You Getting This? - by Robert FergussonMaking Connections that Work - by Robert FergussonShackleton: Roland HuntfordConnect with Robert on Instagram for regular teaching and speaking tips. Visit https://hillsong.com/contributor/robert-fergusson/ and learn more from Robert.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Have you ever had a great idea and wondered how you would ever finance it? In this episode, my guest may just help you find the answer. Tom Wisniewski is the Managing Partner at Newark Venture Partners, a $100M+ venture fund and leader in B2B technology investing. He was also a previous Founder of RosePaul Ventures.  Tom loves to hear from great tech start-ups with massive investment potential and is an active early-stage investor and adviser to start-ups, venture capital, private equity, and growth-stage companies.  With such a wealth of experience under his resume, let’s dive into Tom’s expertise and learn how to raise money for your ideas. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:04] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad   I introduce today’s guests Tom Wisniewski NVP Founder of RosePaul Ventures Member of the NY Angels Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Tom gives some background  Entrepreneur from early one  Running businesses while in school  Joined a startup for 7 years  Became a partner and sold the company  Introduced to new tech and startups  Getting into venture capital [06:05 - 13:30] From Selling a Company to Starting a Business Tom shares about his experience getting a degree Not excited about the opportunities  Getting into investment banking  From selling a company to starting a business Thinking through things for a year Joining an internet incubator  Going into Angel Investing  After the .com crash Who you know or what you know? Yes - you need both [13:31 - 24:27] How to Raise Money for Your Ideas Becoming a better networker and communicator  Realise who you are and what you have Learn from everybody Getting better at things Introspection  Practice and repeat Go DO The art of pitching your ideas and cultivating connections Who are the principles that can provide perspective? Start with your peers Asking for advice and counsel Detach yourself from the outcome Fundraising is hard - but you can get better The importance of finding the right fit A word from our sponsor [24:28 - 32:21] Closing Segment Where people can start relationships Lists of investors available  Be thoughtful about your approach  Events used to be the best way ThE RaNdOm RoUnd How to engage with Tom Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “If you communicate but have nothing to communicate or not enough substance of what you know and what you bring you won’t succeed; but if you know a lot of things and you don’t know how to network you’re not gonna get very far.” - Tom Wisniewski “What you need to do to get better at stuff is be introspective, with what you’re good at, what you’re not good at… figure out how to get better, then go DO.” - Tom Wisniewski “There could not be something more important than making sure you understand FIT in the world of investing.” - Tom Wisniewski Resources Mentioned:  Crunchbase AngelList Connect with Tom on LinkedIn, or by emailing tw@newark.vc. Visit https://www.newarkventurepartners.com/ to see if you may be the right fit! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An average ad-buyer with elite content can beat an elite ad-buyer with average content all day long. But today we have elite ad-buyer and elite content creator Travis Chambers, the Founder of Chamber.Media, the industry leader in data-crafted video ads with over 4,000 productions/mo, $80M in managed spend, and $600M in tracked revenue!Travis is a genius at crafting ad content for every size of company. He’s a Forbes 30 Under 30 lister and keynote speaker at events like Google Growth Summit and VidCon, while also being featured in Inc, Entrepreneur, AdWeek, HuffPo, and others. Let’s dive right into today’s episode and learn more from Travis about how he was able to drive $600 in Revenue with Facebook Ads.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:51] Opening Segment Sponsored ad  I introduce today’s guests Travis ChamberFounder of Chamber.mediaBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingTravis talks about some of his stand-out adsTravis gives some background into his lifeEarly days with the VHS recordersTold his parents he wanted to own a marketing agencySales and Marketing dad Combining creativity with business [07:52 - 18:57] Seeing the Power of Social Media MarketingTravis talks about his career experience Started out wanting to climb the corporate ladderDoing entrepreneurial stuff without realizing it Seeing the power of social media marketing The explosion of YouTubersGoing big - biggest Influencer Activation of all timeTravis on starting his own agencyGetting the winning pitch without getting recognition Getting an offer from 20th Century Fox - bad experience Deciding to set out on his own during big life eventsNavigating the market Knowing what kind of money is out thereCreating a viral campaign on a budget The early sacrifices [18:58 - 25:11] $600M in Revenue with Facebook AdsMaking ads that workCreative and rising ad cost The untapped Facebook marketing at the timeBringing companies to scaleThe competition and ad costsThe social media edge A word from our sponsor[25:12 - 33:48] The 7 Foundational AdsHow to use what you haveThe 7 foundational ads Ad taxonomySpokesperson videoProduct DemoSocial ProofCloser adsCase StudyLifestyle adsUnboxingMake variations of the typePerform a gap analysisThe power of creativeSuccess through testingMaking ads for Chamber.media[33:49 - 43:42] Closing SegmentStand out relationships that helped you?Travis talks about the people that helped him along the way Who you know or What you know?There is very little original thought You can’t inspire yourself on your ownBuilding on someone elseThe example of Pablo Picasso ThE RaNdOm RoUndHow to engage with TravisLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “It’s feast or famine… When you’re going for those big deals, you pretty much have to accept that you’re gonna lose on 90% of them.” - Travis Chambers“An average ad-buyer with elite content, can beat an elite ad-buyer with average content all day long.” - Travis Chambers“It’s all about data… Facebook’s got the richest data in all of mankind.” - Travis ChambersResources Mentioned: Unicorn Facebook Ad CreativeThe $100 Startup Russell Brunson BooksConnect with Travis on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Be sure to visit https://www.chamber.media/ and learn more about social ads that will grow your brand.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Today we’re going to deep dive into what it takes to be an entrepreneur and build a sustainable and scalable business. As you may have guessed from the title, Steve Olsher is the Founder/Editor-In-Chief of Podcast Magazine, NY Times bestselling author, and original Founder of Liquor.com.As a 30+ year entrepreneur, he is also a keynote speaker, NY Times Best Selling Author, and Creator of The New Media Summit. Steve is known as the world’s foremost reinvention expert famous for helping individuals and corporations become exceptionally clear on their WHAT – As in, the ONE thing they were created to do. Let’s dive right in and learn what it looked like founding liquor.com and Podcast Magazine from Steve’s point of view.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:11] Opening Segment Sponsored ad  I introduce today’s guests Steve OlsherFounder of liquor.com and podcast magazine Online pioneer, What is Your What?, keynote speakerBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingSteve gives some background into his lifeSnapshot of 13 years old Grew up just outside Chicago Entrepreneurial from the get-go Always around business conversationsFamily background[06:12 - 14:37] Lessons Learned as an EntrepreneurFollowing the path of the entrepreneurPeople are wired differentlyMaking good The desire to create your own destiny Influences growing up Surrounded by black cultureBecoming a DJOpening up his own club Lessons learned in the businessCash based business is goodLet things goWhy so many people give up so earlyThe problem with ego Not letting things go and change[14:38 - 23:51] Founding Liquor.com and Podcast Magazine The story around founding liquor.comLiquor by wire Going electronic in the ’90sBuying the domain Exponential growth Selling of the company Getting the company backA word from our sponsor[23:52 - 33:30] Founding Podcast MagazineThe story around Podcast Magazine Reinvention radio The reach of podcasting Teaching about podcasting Becoming the hub of the conversationCreating something for fans of podcasts Getting into the bigger picture - Ear Control PillarsEar Control PillarsThe media pillar Your network Live EventsTechnology [33:31 - 40:00] Closing SegmentStand out relationships that helped you?No one can build anything on their own Who you know or What you know?You don’t solve for what but for howTo solve How, you need to find the who ThE RaNdOm RoUndHow to engage with SteveLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “As an entrepreneur, you have to make good decisions, to make something sustainable and scalable.” - Steve Olsher“I love the fact that podcasting gives literally everyone the opportunity to extensively have their own broadcast channel where they can reach really anyone, really anywhere, at pretty much any time.” - Steve Olsher“I had to try to figure out, how do I become the hub of the wheel for this industry? How do I put myself in the conversation of podcasting without even being in the room to have those conversations.” - Steve OlsherResources Mentioned: Podcast MagazineWhat is Your What Free Ebook Connect with Steve on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Go and check out https://steveolsher.com/ and learn more.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Whether you know it or not, you have skills and abilities that lend themselves towards your calling in life, and the struggles you go through to get there are what will get you ready for it. Here to talk about that today is Levi Lusko, Pastor and pioneer of Fresh Life Church, which has now grown to have multiple locations including Montana, Utah, Oregon, and Wyoming. Levi is a world-class communicator and leader, and through online streaming, the ministry reaches around the world. Levi is also the author of the bestselling books Through the Eyes of a Lion, Swipe Right and most recently I Declare War.  I’m looking forward to Levi’s insights today as we dive into why you shouldn't avoid struggle and instead lean into it and let it build you up. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:36] Opening Segment Sponsored ad   I introduce today’s guests Levi Lusko Pastor of Fresh Life Church  Author of I Declare Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Levi gives some background into his life Moving around as a kid  The fire of calling  The passion to speak [05:37 - 18:44] Why You Shouldn’t Avoid Struggle  Levi shares around finding your calling  Find what makes you angry What do you enjoy doing  What do people ask your help with  Your definition of creativity Creativity and genius  The parallel of God as a creator  Levi talks about walking into his calling Starting in Bible College  Ministry is caught more than it’s taught  Finding mentorship Not looking for glamor  Putting in the work in the small things Develop your gift and character  Don’t despise small beginnings  Levi’s early days  The importance of education  Adhering to your learning style  A word from our sponsor [18:45 - 28:06] Following a Calling Levi talks about becoming a lead pastor  Not a stepping stone to bigger things  The best way to make a difference  Getting put on the platform  The desire to build something  The analogy of a butterfly fighting out of a cocoon  The current state of Levi’s church  Current locations and future locations  Online streaming  Levi’s most recent book  How to get out of your own way  Links below [28:07 - 33:59] Closing Segment Who you know or What you know? Two is better than one   Compounding strength and experience  ThE RaNdOm RoUnd How to engage with Levi Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “If you find a calling… there’s gonna challenges, there’s gonna be hard days, there’s gonna be setbacks where you fall flat on your butt.” - Levi Lusko “It’s like that classic Michael Jordan quote, ‘It’s what’s done in empty gyms, that fills up stadiums one day…’ Don’t despise the day of small beginnings.” - Levi Lusko “If you’re just handed everything one day, it’ll destroy you if you don’t have the weight of character and integrity you built up over time to support that kind of intensity.” - Levi Lusko Resources Mentioned:  I Declare War: Four Keys to Winning the Battle with Yourself Audible Version Connect with Levi on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Go and check out https://levilusko.com/ and learn more about owning your struggle. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Copywriting has to be one of the most important factors in the success of the launch of a business. Today, I have one of the best in the business, Kira Hug. Kira helps small business owners and SaaS companies sell their ideas, products, services, and programs through copy that creates meaningful conversation. She’s unique in her approach because she allows business owners to ‘own their weird,’ and be fully true to themselves. She is also the co-host of the Copywriter Club Podcast.  I can’t wait to hear more from Kira’s story and learn more about winning copywriting that successfully launched for names like Jasmine Star and James Wedmore.  Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 06:40] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad   I introduce today’s guest Kira Hug Host of Copywriter Club Podcast Copywriter for many big-name, successful launches Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Kira gives us some background Moving to Virginia during the awkward phase  Daughter of a pilot Always into community building and connection  Into art and creativity as a kid  Following the artist’s path  [06:41 - 16:52] Relationships Paving the Path to Success Kira talks about her college experience  Going to Virginia Tech for art  Starting in Graphic Design  Hanging out with a wide group of friends  Taking the different experiences into business  Relationships that led to a new path  Moving to NY from zero From Enterprise Rent-A-Car to Este Lauder  Turned off to the corporate world  Going into the nonprofit world  The insights to prioritize learning and growth over a paycheck  Disillusionment with corporate jobs Keeping the curiosity going till something sticks  The entrepreneurial itch  A word from our sponsor [16:53 - 25:53] Copywriting for Jasmine Star, and James Wedmore Kira talks about how she got started into copywriting Working at a startup  Hired to write copy for friends at first Encouraged by friends to keep doing copy  Kira’s ascension in the copy world  Finding good clients fast by investing in her brand  Invited to teach at a Mastermind retreat  Getting into the right room and saying yes  The progression to today Going into partnership  Hosing a podcast together  Creating a community for copywriters [25:54 - 35:30] Closing Segment Who you know or What you know?  People are always first  You have to bring something to the table  Success comes from connecting and community  Unlikely relationship that became a path to success Getting onto podcasts and networking  Example from Mike Kim  ThE RaNdOm RoUnd How to engage with Kira Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I knew that I wasn’t ready to become an entrepreneur, but I knew that that was finally the direction that I saw myself moving…” - Kira Hug “I think the power of networking and being in the right room; if you can get in that right room with the right clients, it can be such a true game changer.” - Kira Hug Resources Mentioned: Copywriter Club Podcast Copywriter Club Facebook Group Spooked Podcasts The Copywriter Club Website Connect with Kira on Instagram and Twitter. Definitely go and check out https://kirahug.com/ to learn even more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve all heard of the impact that plastic has on the environment, and while most of us are concerned, few jump into action. Emma Rose Cohen is one such person who spends 98% of my time obsessing over single-use plastic waste and trying to figure out how to eliminate it from our daily lives. Emma is the CEO and Founder of the Final Straw, where her passion for sustainability met radical action by creating innovative and fun alternatives to single-use plastics. She launched Final’s first product, FinalStraw, on Kickstarter with a goal of raising $12,500. In a matter of weeks, the campaign raised $1.89 million and later went on to be featured on ABC’s Shark Tank.  Let’s get right into Emma’s story and learn how making sexy straws and forks led her to world-renowned success while fueling her purpose with passion. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 05:59] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad   I introduce today’s guests Emma Rose Cohen Final Straw Master from Harvard in sustainability Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Emma gives us some background High energy as a child  Entrepreneurial from a young age  School life  From partier to pragmatic  [06:00 - 17:23] Instant Kickstarter Success Emma shares about her time at Harvard Mentorship that led there The applicability of a Masters program Growing passion for sustainability  Humans are the only creatures that create unnatural waste  Figuring out what to do next  Miserable at the lab Skiing as a passion  Timing, luck, and hard work Emma talks about the tactics around building the business Starting on Kickstarter Test marketing with people first Building a pre-campaign strategy Early prototypes Working with friends to create a product The instant success  The experience  The moment people say yes A word from our sponsor [17:24 - 23:02] Making Sexy Straw and Forks Emma shares the growth since finding success Grateful for every sale, but not motivated by money Doing something innovative  New products Biggie Straw Literally, suck anything! Sustainability can be a fun thing Agents of change  Releasing the sexy fork and spork Moving beyond the straw Small steps towards a huge win The various experiences that go into it [23:03 - 29:07] Closing Segment Who you know or What you know?  Not mutually exclusive It’s impossible to be successful in business without connections You can learn more from others  ThE RaNdOm RoUnd How to engage with Emma Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Humans are the only creatures in the world that create waste, and I think really, it’s just fundamentally a design flaw in both the systems and the products we’re creating.” - Emma Rose Cohen “To have an idea and be excited about it is one thing, but to have the world say YES… it’s like the most beautiful feeling.” - Emma Rose Cohen “Sustainability can be a sexy, fun, sparkly party - and that’s gonna bring a lot more eyeballs than the kind of traditional ‘Sarah McLachlan Peta’ vibe.” - Emma Rose Cohen Resources Mentioned: The Aligned Podcast The Surrender Experiment Connect with Emma on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Be sure to visit https://final.co/ to learn even more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Today we’re jumping into the world of virtual reality with two of its visionaries. Jarom Sidwell is a Hollywood Visual Effects expert who is known for his work in films like Avengers, The Hobbit, Transformers, among many others and Bill Issler is a software developer who started his work all the way back in the ’80s, building several software applications that have become standards in certain industries. Through networking, they now put their expertise together to become innovators in the VR gaming space. I can’t wait to jump right into the conversation and learn more about their journey into partnership and the future of VR gaming!Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:16] Opening Segment Sponsored ad I introduce today’s guests, Jarom Sidwell and Bill IsslerVR gaming Experience and work of both guestsBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingJarom shares some of his backgroundsGrowing up in Central CaliforniaFarming and outdoor adventures Bill shares some of his backgroundsMoved from Canada to SoCalPaper route as a kid Going after what you want[05:17 - 16:50] The Venture into VR and PartnershipBill shares about his venture into Software Getting into computing in college Working in an engineering firm Finding the niche Jarom talks about his venture into films and VRFirst job at Digital Domain Transformers as the first film Working with Peter Jackson and other teamsGoing into VR Bill’s path into VR Using augmented reality within construction Partnering with someone with their heart in the space How Bill and Jarom connected Reaching out through the website Connecting over VR Ancient Jerusalem ‘What’s next?’Bill’s and Jarom’s lessons in partnershipsBill’s journey within Networking Being open to new possibilitiesHaving the same vision and focusA word from our sponsor[16:51 - 25:42] The Future of VR Jarom talks about the game itselfLinks below The premise of David vs. GoliathThe moral lesson behind itThe mechanics of the gameBill talks about his processPlot, gameplay, and graphics Bringing it to life The testing process Thoughts around the future of VR gamingWork with Oculus Scaling down the size Where VR and AI collide The storytelling aspect Bill’s thoughts - thinking deeper[25:13 - 31:05] Closing SegmentWho you know, or What you know? Bill - tapping into networksJarom - the need for people around you ThE RaNdOm RoUndHow to engage with Bill and Jarom Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “It’s just amazing how the network continues to go if you’re ready for it… How daring and how adventurous are you in exploring some of those ideas?” - Bill Issler“The whole premise of the game is around you protecting your sheep and your flock… is every sheep precious? To what lengths would you go to save and support those that you love and surround you?” - Jarom Sidwell“As you’re growing your network and building your friendships I think it’s important to know that there’s tons of people with different skills that together can build something better than something better than yourself.” - Jarom SidwellResources Mentioned: Immersive HistoryVirtuous VR GamingConnect with Jarom on Bill. Be sure to visit https://dvgthegame.com/.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dan Lok is known as “the king of closing,” but his story didn’t always start out that way. As an immigrant from Hong Kong, Dan struggled to learn English and earn money for his family. He began side hustles at a young age leading him to enter debt up to $150,000. After studying with the greats and taking action, Dan became a self-made millionaire at 27, and an 8-figure entrepreneur soon after, leading to worldwide speaking engagements and becoming an author of his most recent book, Unlock It. Let’s dive right into the episode as we learn more about how Dan was able to overcome every obstacle in his way and build his net worth.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:17] Opening Segment Sponsored ad I introduce today’s guest Dan LokDragon 100Be sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingDan gives some background on his story Born in Hong Kong Troublemaker as a kid Immigrated to VancouverGoing into business out of necessity Dan talks about the conditions living in VancouverThe change in living and culture Starting with no network[07:18 - 14:04] Moments of Overcoming the Obstacles Dan talks about his English learning processOnly making English speaking friends Listening to and watching media Full immersion Facing stage fright Dan shares the experience of his dad going bankruptLooking hopelessness in the faceGetting urgent about learning how to make money Getting into side hustles Getting into everything possible while doing school [14:05 - 23:20] The Power of Leveraging Social ProofFrom side hustle to full-time businessFailing 13 businesses Learning copy from a mentor Learning the gift of persuasion “The million-dollar year”Dan talks about the story of making the cassette tape Borrowing experience from other skilled people Approaching high worth people and building off that The cassette tape Building off of social proofDan’s approach A word from our sponsor[23:21 - 37:47] Building Your Net WorthDan tells a story about a unique phone call Experiencing harsh rejection “This will never happen again” Moving to sales and closing Learning on the job Learning business through prospects Getting into affiliate marketing and online marketingFrom mentoring to seminarsAnswering the demand for more contentBurning out from the constant teaching Exploding because social media Dan’s various companies Dan’s tips for being a better salesperson High-ticket closingMake the prospect the salesperson “What would you like to do next?” The Doctor Frame - exampleResources It’s not about closing [37:48 - 41:23] Closing SegmentWho you know, or What you know? Half the formula is who you know, the other is who knows you ThE RaNdOm RoUndHow to engage with DanLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “I learned at an early age - You don’t ask, you don’t get…” - Dan Lok“I was speaking and teaching business owners but unlike most, a majority of my revenue comes from DOING what I teach.” - Dan Lok“We don’t sell, we turn the prospect into a salesperson. We let the prospect do most of the speaking… When you say something it means something; when the prospect says something it means everything.” - Dan LokResources Mentioned: Unlock ItDragon 100Free High Ticket Closers CourseThe Hard Things About Hard ThingsConnect with Dan on Instagram and YouTube. Be sure to visit https://danlok.com/ to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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In the networking space, social media and relationships are key, and today’s guests are the experts of utilizing it and helping others do the same. Landon Stewart and Chris Stapleton are the Co-Founders of Clients & Community, a company that helps people all over the world build and maintain client acquiring Facebook groups. They’ve built themselves up from consulting 7-figure brands and now have branched out to their own Facebook group boasting a $4M run rate.Let’s really lean in here and learn practical strategies around how you can generate $850K a month with Facebook Groups.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:50] Opening Segment Sponsored ad I introduce today’s guest Landon Stewart and Chris StapletonClients & CommunityGrowing clients through Facebook groups Be sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingLandon shares some of his backgrounds Father as an insurance salesman going door to doorGot into affiliate marketing Bypassing the college route Chris shares some of his backgroundsThe process of dropping out of college Struggling to see the money Choosing the entrepreneurial path Meeting Landon through mentorship with Mark Hoverson[07:51 - 13:37] Watering the SeedsChris shares his experience in affiliate marketing The first time making moneyStaying consistent and patient Landon talks about getting into the social space The effects of the apprenticeship Starting on the public space Getting stuck and growing from a Mastermind Chris talks about the value of mentorship How can we/I fix this problem? Who can we hire to fix this problem?Reaching out for help when needed [13:38 - 23:07] Going From $20,000 a Month to Almost a MillionLandon talks about how they scaled their Facebook group The offers and client acquisition strategy Building the Facebook group How to provide content and conversion Utilizing ads to drive the right people Chris talks about reinventing the FB group Communities and building culturesThe quintessence of groups Revelations through a new study A word from our sponsor[23:08 - 38:04] How to Grow Your Facebook GroupLandon talks about strategies to generate growth 80% from ads Finding a way to advertise the FB groupThe trifecta leadThe scalability Chris breaks down the content aspect The mistakes coaches make on content 2 to 3 posts a week The content is strategic Handling objections before they come up Promotion over creation Landon follows up with conversion The problem with selling in a group Getting people to raise their hands Super introduction questions Talk to many, sell to one [38:05 - 41:13] Closing SegmentThe value of this content Who you know, or What you know? Chris talks about the ‘who’ teaching you the ‘what’ Landon talks about the value of who you know How to reach out to Landon and ChrisLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “I made my first official dollar online and from that point on the seed was planted, and I continued to water that seed, put sunshine on that seed, and now it’s sprouted into a forest…” - Chris Stapleton“We really felt like communities and building cultures around a program is where the future’s headed. And we wanted to be ahead of that.” - Chris Stapleton“We see the value, of course, in a group, but we also see the value in other communication platforms and being able to follow up with those leads elsewhere.” - Landon StewartResources Mentioned: https://buildyourgroup.com/ Connect with Landon and Chris. Be sure to go and become part of the community yourself at https://www.facebook.com/groups/clientsandcommunity. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Not all entrepreneurs start as someone who was successful in academics or social skills. Eric Siu found his success starting as a serious eSports and poker player then converting his experience into the world of digital marketing. Eric is the CEO of ClickFlow, a content intelligence software that helps grow SEO traffic. He is also an investor and an advisor to many who look to bring their businesses to the next level. He’s worked with companies such as Amazon, Uber, and Salesforce as a digital marketing advisor and now shares his expertise through two podcasts and his new book, Leveling Up.  I’m looking forward to getting into today’s episode and learning more about mastering the game of life from the master himself. Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 07:26] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest Eric Siu Founder and CEO of ClickFlow Podcaster  Digital marketing expert  Be sure to check out guestio.com and start booking Eric shares a bit about his book and what to expect  Available as of Feb 24th, 2021 Acquiring power-ups in life  The wealth ladder  The game as life Link below  Eric’s background  Feeling like a failure as a kid  Into gaming  No interest in school  The lessons learned from games  [07:27 - 14:36] Failing Up; Mastering the Game of Life Combining the lessons learned and applying it to business Eric’s experience in negotiating deals  Failing your way up How Eric formed his marketing skills  Getting hooked on digital marketing Consuming content through books  Failing constantly  The beauty of business - hitting the home run You just have to get it right once  Taking the time to turn things around  Reinvesting  [14:37 - 20:33] Diagnose Your Unfair Advantage; Leveraging the Best Channel Eric breaks down the best marketing channels to focus on  Strategy is not the goal Diagnose your unfair advantage Executing tactics with strategy  Eric talks about channels to look for Clubhouse  Leveraging Twitter  Algorithm strength of TikTok LinkedIn organic strength  What works best for what you want to achieve [20:34 - 29:27] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Who - the power of peer groups  Learning and teaching  The network effect One relationship that changed everything  Experience with hiring someone  Finding someone at a conference  ThE RaNdoM RoUnD How to reach out to Eric Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “The reason why it’s not called level up, it’s called Leveling Up, because the game doesn’t end, you continue to play the game… for me, business is the ultimate game.” - Eric Siu “At some point you get so numb to failure, it’s the ticket to success.” - Eric Siu “If you want to go far you go with a team, if you want to go fast you go alone.” - Eric Siu Resources Mentioned: Marketing School Podcast Leveling Up Podcast Leveling Up: How to Master the Game of Life Let My People Go Surfing Good Strategy/Bad Strategy A Nordic Theory of Everything The Great CEO Within Connect with Eric on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. Be sure to visit https://www.levelingup.com/ to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Built on knowledge, integrity, and excellence, Erik Smith is committed to helping health care professionals with financial education. Having seen and experienced firsthand, the lack of financial knowledge in the healthcare industry and lack of loyalty and security in corporate America, Erik began traveling the country to serve and educate clients. He is also the host of the Healthy Wealth Podcast, where he is passionate about setting people up for healthy wealth in this broken healthcare system.  In this episode, we’ll dive into Erik’s story and start learning a bit about how you can get your health and finances in check! Things you will learn in this episode:  [00:01 - 07:23] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad I introduce today’s guest Erik Smith Financial health  Podcast host  Erik gives us some background on his story  Always active as a kid  Parents worked in defense  Experiencing his dad’s job loss  His dad’s entrepreneurial vision Adjustment period  A desire to go into the medical field Taking care of his ill father Passionate about the numbers [07:24 - 14:23] The Decisions We Make Always Include Our Finances Erik talks about pivoting away from the career path  Getting into business A desire to help with people’s finance  The decision to go into healthcare finances Connections  Understanding what it’s like  The epidemic of financial illiteracy  [14:24 - 27:49] Get Your Health and Finances in Check Erik shares about getting financially literate and in order Understanding compound interest  The Rule of 72 Understanding 401K’s  Know what you’re investing in  Take advantage of the free money  Reallocate - do something beneficial tax-wise A word from our sponsor  How to get educated about finances  Find someone you trust and who is credible  Ask your advisors what they focus on  They work for you not the other way around Network with the right people  Getting your health in order  ‘Deck of Cards’ workouts Utilizing your body weight  Starting with the basics  Choose your hard [27:50 - 31:49] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Who you know and who knows you  What you do with who you know  Mutually beneficial relationships ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to reach out to Erik Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “The decisions we make, most of the time, are because we either have the money to do so, or because we don’t have the money to do so.” - Erik Smith “I’ve met some people that are in my industry and work closely with and they were finance majors in college, and THEY didn’t even learn some of the things we learn about… the system is completely broken.” - Erik Smith Resources Mentioned:  Healthy Wealth Podcast Connect with Erik on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Visit https://healthywealthpodcast.com/ to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who knew that loving LEGOS as a kid could lead to world-class success! Chad Evan Collins is an American entrepreneur. He is an inventor, author, speaker, podcast host, active philanthropist, and a staunch LEGO fanatic.His event production company produces nationally acclaimed family events that include Brick Fest Live, a LEGO Fan Experience & Comic Con for Kids and he currently holds the Guinness World Record for selling the most tickets to an event for a single video game. Chad is also the host of the Marketing On Demand Show, a podcast that focuses on marketing strategies that are working right now to grow online businesses.Let’s dive right into the episode and learn from Chad how LEGOS actually built his business and how it informs the way he works today.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:35] Opening Segment Sponsored adI introduce today’s guest Chad CollinsEntrepreneur & Founder of Collins Commerce IncLEGOS fanatic Video Game eventsFeatured in “Crushing It” Thought leader within text message marketingBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingChad gives us some background to his story Far from the top of the classAccepted to Penn State but left to do his own thing Hard time knowing what to pursue Interest in ITGraduated computer science top of the class[07:36 - 22:09] LEGOS Built My BusinessChad shares about his early career Bringing high company skills into a startupLearning the frameworks that workChad’s experience at the startup Parking industry Recruited from networking Left to start on YouTube Starting the YouTube ChannelInspired by LEGOSCaught on quickBecoming eligible for monetization Starting LEGOS eventsCreating a convention in the Philly market Sold 5,000 tickets the first weekend through local dealsWorking backwards from the perfect outcomeA word from our sponsor[22:10 - 29:47] Marketing On DemandChad talks about his venture into marketing The effects from CovidSuccess from text messaging Working through the network Getting asked for help Marketing On Demand Frequency and what you’re saying The vision for 2021 Predicting hosting live events starting in SeptemberEvents scheduled into next year Utilizing a passion for marketing Chad shares his marketing strategies Awareness based meets response based ‘Scurgency’ Chad shares his experience in podcasting [29:48 - 37:48] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?The relationships and people you meet along the wayWe already all have something we know The amplifier Relationships that led to success?Chad’s Superbowl story Eagle’s Autism Foundation ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to reach out to ChadLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “If you can manage a project, no matter what the project is, if you start with, in your mind’s eye, what the perfect outcome will be, and then work backwards from there, that’s always been my go-to.” - Chad Collins“I genuinely believe that every business should be leveraging text message marketing.” - Chad Collins“The way I define marketing on demand is where awareness-based marketing meets response-based marketing.” - Chad CollingsResources Mentioned: Marketing on Demand ShowConnect with Chad on LinkedIn and Instagram and text ‘DEMAND’ to 90851 to get your free marketing guide! Visit https://www.chadevancollins.com/ to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Magic is real, and Harris III can help you find it. Harris III is a world-renown speaker, storyteller, author, and creative entrepreneur, who believes that too many people are living with their light off. Harris began as a professional illusionist traveling the world making $1,000,000 by the age of 21.With over 30 years of experience in entrepreneurship, he became the creator of the Transformation Theory and author of the book The Wonder Switch, helping people go from being stuck in their story, to living their dreams.If you’re not impressed already, you will be once you dive into this episode and learn from Harris about turning on YOUR wonder switch!Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 08:30] Opening Segment Sponsored adI introduce today’s guest Harris IIIProfessional illusionist Worldwide speaker Understanding our storiesBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingHarris give us some background on his story Grew up with working-class parents in TNGetting a magic trick kit as a kid The contagion of wonder Traveling doing a magic show in junior high Employing his grandfather as a child Harris talks about attempting college Told to drop out [08:31 - 19:56] Pain Into Purpose & Mess Into MessageHarris talks about his life on the road 50 to 100 live events a year$1M business as a kid Harris shares his negative turning point Reinvesting the money Navigating business with his parentsMoving out and becoming independentThe pivot point into Purpose Turning the pain into purposeIdentifying your mess Harris tells a story about sharing purposeHelping people out of their straight jacketImpacting people’s story Revealing the power of storytellers The power of your narrativeYou are the story you adopt about yourself Getting into storytelling Reclaiming your wonderA word from our sponsor[19:57 - 28:40] Turning on the Wonder SwitchHarris talks about his dive into Research The obsession with ‘how’ vs ‘why’What really tricks people Using it to help instead of hurtTelling the difference between a con and a leader Don't study deception, study truthFake currency analogy Harris shares about Transformation Theory and his bookRooted in story/narrative All transformation comes from adopting a new story Neuroscience of Wonder Believing a story yet seenFlipping on the wonder switch The power of mindset  The attitude defines Mindset Belief determines behavior[28:41 - 41:30] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?Information is very accessible Building relational equity Relationships that led to success?Everything is a result of the relationshipsAdopting a Serving mindset ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to reach out to HarrisLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “What I’ve always done is sort of try to take my pain, and turn it into purpose… I’m able to identify the mistakes I have made, even if I don’t have the wisdom or the answers to course-correct immediately.” - Harris III“All behavior, all choice, all worldview, all our thinking as human beings is driven by narrative… the narrative that we adopt as true...” - Harris III“When we’re in a state of wonder it creates a sense of openness… I define wonder as what gives us permission to believe in a story that we have yet to see.” - Harris IIIResources Mentioned: The Wonder SwitchConnect with Harris III on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Visit https://harrisiii.com/ to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com.  You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rennie Curran learned early on that you are just one relationship away from changing your entire life. Rennie is a former award-winning professional athlete, keynote speaker, author, entrepreneur, and the CEO of Game Changer Coaching.His experiences of overcoming many obstacles to reach his dreams led to him becoming recently inducted into the Gwinnett County Sports Hall of Fame. Through values of faith, perseverance, and discipline Rennie was able to successfully become an entrepreneur by building his personal brand.Let’s jump right into the conversation with one of the greats, on his views on talent versus skill when it comes to finding success.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:48] Opening Segment Sponsored adI introduce today’s guest Rennie CurranCEO, entrepreneur, speaker, and coachFormer NFL playerBe sure to check out guestio.com and start bookingRennie gives some background on his storyMoved to Atlanta as a kidParents from Liberia Mom as a nurse, Dad as an entrepreneur Going through his dad’s loss of business [04:49 - 09:05] Focus on the Things You Can ControlRennie talks about what his family had to go through Dad went into a designer shoe repair Living in the suburbs but pay-check to pay-checkGetting support from the community Rennie shares his thoughts going into footballMore than just footballThe opportunity to do great thingsFocus on what YOU can control[09:06 - 16:07] The Difference Between Skill and TalentRennie shares his views You can have all the talent, but be lacking necessary skillsExamplesBuilding skills with humility Never get complacent Rennie talks about seeing people not making it Left behind by people who work on skill To make it you need talent, to stay there you need skillThe importance of pushing yourselfHow Rennie needed to push himself to make itA word from our sponsor[16:08 - 21:44] Transitioning from Your Highest PointRennie talks about his transition from the NFLRedefining self-worth and successLessons learned from playing Continuing to become the best person you canThe transition processFinding books and starting the education processSitting down with business leadersCreating your own opportunities[21:45 - 34:03] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?Only one relationship from my entire life changingAttracting the right people Rennie’s advice to building relationshipsJust speak to people Not just networking with titlesRennie’s networking story ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to reach out to RennieLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “I went to my coach and he said, ‘Rennie, I want you to focus on what YOU can control,’ and that’s something I never forgot.” - Rennie Curran“You can have all the talent and ability in the world… but if you don’t have the skill to diagnose a play, or recognize formations, and have the understanding and the knowledge, you’re just gonna be wasted potential.” - Rennie Curran“I’m only one relationship away from my entire life changing.” - Rennie CurranResources Mentioned: Free Agent: The Intangible Assets for Overcoming Adversity and Times of TransitionConnect with Rennie on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Visit https://renniecurran.com/ to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The new audio-based social media platform, Clubhouse, has taken 2021 by storm. But does it live up to the hype, or is it a total waste of time? Travis and Eric break it down in this episode. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Priemer, author of the Bestselling book, Sell The Way You Buy, Joel Marion, co-founder and CMO of BioTrust Nutrition, and Grant Cardone, real estate investor and sales trainer, share the secrets to becoming a sales superstar! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all have different definitions of success, but in the end, we all have the ability to reach our highest potential. Today’s guests Dr. Shawn Dill and Dr. Lacey Book, the ‘small business superheroes’, and creators of the Black Diamond Club, believe that with discipline and focus, anyone can find success.Shawn is the CEO of The Specific Chiropractic Center while Lacey is on the way to becoming Board Certified in Chiropractic Pediatrics. Both Shawn and Lacey have a passion for impacting the community and reaching people all over the world in the service industry to go out and do the same.  Let’s dive in and learn more about how this power couple went from one business to scaling to nine!Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:32] Opening Segment Sponsored adI introduce today’s guest Shawn and LaceySupporting small businessesBlack Diamond CommunityAuthors of None of Your BusinessLacey’s background Working multiple jobs as a teen Hard work ethic and do it yourself cultureBorn and raised in Silicon ValleyShawn’s background Started as a shoe shiner in a country clubInspired to find out why these people could afford this lifestyleAlways taking care of the people who serve you [06:33 - 15:10] The Entrepreneur Bubbling up Inside YouLacey continues her story Teller at a bank Wondering what to do nextGetting an opportunity to work for someone in chiropractics Shawn’s trajectory Graduating from chiropractics How Shawn and Lacey’s partnership began Meeting Shawn as a teacher in Lacey’s school Mentorship in being a chiropractor and a business ownerStarted working for Shawn Married and began several businesses Shawn’s perspective A word from our sponsor[15:11 - 23:35] From One Business to NineLacey talks about starting the first businessA partnership like a marriage The formation of the foundation Building momentum to scale other businessesTaking the model from the Chiropractic center and posting it to other businessesApproached by others about the model The open door for coachingA supportive group for creating businessesConnections leading to three other businesses Lessons learned from the experience Perception is everything What you believe is what you can achieve How None of Your Business came into play Being told you need to write a book Helping service providers become business owners The Black Diamond ClubGetting the greatest providers together Embracing the concept of marketing and selling Making a bigger impact Celebrating wins and supporting during losses[23:36 - 31:37] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?Shawn talks about the importance of who you know and how people like you Developing relationshipsThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to reach out to Shawn and Lacey Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “What I’ve learned about entrepreneurship and having an entrepreneurial spirit, is that sometimes you don’t even realize that it’s bubbling up inside you.” - Dr. Lacey Book“Everybody learns how to do their craft but they don’t learn how to be a business owner.” - Dr. Lacey Book“Just knowing somebody, just having their number in your phone, really isn’t going to do a lot for you unless you develop the relationship. If you have the relationship - to me that’s what matters most.” - Dr. Shawn DillResources Mentioned:None of Your Business Book Yourself SolidConnect with Dr. Shawn on Instagram and Facebook. Connect with Dr. Lacey on Instagram and Facebook. Visit both on https://shawnandlacey.com/ or https://www.blackdiamondgroup.com/ to learn more.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sean Castrina is an active business owner and serial entrepreneur. He started my first company at the age of 23 and has never stopped since! After starting more than 15 successful companies he began to teach entrepreneurship as an authority. With his book, 8 Unbreakable Rules for Start-Up Success and podcast The 10 Minute Entrepreneur, his mission is to equip current and future entrepreneurs for success.  Let’s dive straight into the episode and learn how you can find success by doing something as simple as starting a service business. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:21] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad I introduce today’s guest Sean Castrina Author and entrepreneur Sean give some background into his life  Grew up in Virginia with a hard work ethic Athletic through school  ‘Average but energetic’ Working at the things you’re good at  [04:22 - 18:52] Massive Success in Simple Service Companies  How to know what to focus on developing  The things that came easy to us  What do people say that you’re good at  Our skill sets are limited - find what you’re a 7 or 10 at Sean shares his life from college forward Got a degree, job, then married  You never have job security  Never wanting to be dependent on others for a career  Sean’s venture into business Starting with service companies Copy and pasting the working model  Where to put your resources/capital  Solve a problem, fill a need, satisfy a desire, build a following  Looking for the areas people aren’t in yet  Example from Sean  Selling a successful blueprint  Making something faster and better  There are countless needs to be met Never started something over $10,000   Using your superpower and partnering with others Examples of needs that can be serviced  A word from our sponsor [18:53 - 30:56] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? What you know helps you not be dependent on others  Who you know gets you further and faster  How connections affected Sean  The first book would never have happened How Sean connects with quality people Praying for people that will advance you  Building a network within your space - your ecosystem The snowball effect  An action step to take to find success in connections Reach out to people who are bigger and better than you Become the person who can advance others ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to reach out to Sean Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “We’re not gifted in as many areas as we think we are… I’m good at this one thing so let’s put in our sizable amount of energy into it and develop it.” - Sean Castrina “Faster and better makes a lot of money…” - Sean Castrina  “I’ve never spent more than $10,000 on a start-up yet and I have had three 7-figure businesses.” - Sean Castrina “Every month try to reach out to someone who is bigger and better than you.” - Sean Castrina Resources Mentioned: 8 Unbreakable Rules for Business Start-Up Success The 10 Minute Entrepreneur Connect with Sean on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Visit https://seancastrina.com/ to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bedros Keuilian founder of Fit Body Bootcamp and author of Man Up, Jay Papasan co-author of The One Thing, and Elena Cardone from the G&E Show talk about how to have the right mindset in this mashup episode of Build Your Network with your host Travis Chappell. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Cavouto has "the best-kept secret" behind Fortune 500 executive personalities of multi-billion dollar brands like Microsoft, Paychex, and Pandora. Nick is an entrepreneur, speaker, and mentor who uses his world-renown expertise in personal branding to transform experts into thought leaders and mentor entrepreneurs on how to dominate the “attention currency” of their audience.His work has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs earn over 1.5+ billion digital impressions online, 500,000+ leads, and $60M+ dollars in revenue. You’ll find him featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, and Gary Vaynerchuk’s blog.Needless to say, with such an impressive resume, I’m excited to jump right into the episode and learn Nick’s pillars of personal branding! Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 06:48] Opening Segment Sponsored adI introduce today’s guest Nick CavoutoMentors entrepreneurs Personal brand expert Transformational leadershipVisit travischappell.com/makemypodcastNick gives us some background on himselfDad was a drug dealer before he was born Entrepreneur family Oscillation in emotional family dynamicsFacing both wide acceptance and rejection while young Nick’s time in schoolPositive view of grade schoolThe ability to be yourselfThe struggle of making decisions in collegeFinished college in his 20’s[06:49 - 11:56] The Spirituality of BusinessNick talks about beginning to find purpose Starting to work for a non-profit organizationThe opportunity for leadership and management Nick talks about his time going back to finish collegeThe addition of responsibilities at homeThe journey to nowDisappointment with the non-profit organizationApplied for a Fortune500Left the Fortune500 and started an agencyPicking up spirituality again with a different perspective Mentoring entrepreneurs now[11:57 - 17:54] Why Personal BrandingNick talks through the emergence of personal brandingThe repeated history The future of personal branding is hereThe miss of not thinking about new technologiesBrand always winsFigure out the major differentiator Personal branding solves the puzzle of dropping pricesPeople do business with people who they trustA word from our sponsors[17:55 - 24:26] The Pillars Personal BrandingNick talks through action steps to get startedPeople buy you not a productStory, Energy, MagicYour storyWho you are and what happened Relatable and transparentYour energyDo you fill people’s bucket, or draw from itYour magicYour unfair advantage The first 3 of 7 key steps to personal branding1. Your personal story 2. Platform - audio, video, our written?3. Positioning Where to get the rest of the 7 stepsLinks belowThe importance of positioning Your differentiation Communicating your superpowerCore thesis Your ‘flex’[24:27 - 30:19] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?The segway of who you know provides context on who knows youPeople’s perception of view Nick’s top tips to building relationshipsContent builds relationshipsRelationships build trusts Trust drives revenueBuilding relationships is foundational to building successThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to reach out to NickLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “My focus today is around mentoring entrepreneurs, allowing them to see that authenticity and connection is the ultimate currency in business.” - Nick Cavouto“What’s really going to differentiate you, what’s gonna make you different? It’s going to come down to your personal brand.” - Nick Cavouto“People are not buying a product, they’re buying you.” - Nick CavoutoResources Mentioned: Nick Cavouto Mentorship VIPConnect with Nick on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Visit https://www.nickcavuoto.com/ to learn more about the pillars of personal branding.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you’re in the real estate space, you’ve probably heard of Andrew Ragusa. Andrew is a Real Estate Investor, Property Manager, and Sales Coach. He is the CEO/Broker for Remi Realty and Managing Partner of Realty Success Coaching. Andrew has spoken on numerous podcasts, tv and radio shows, and has been featured in several magazines and now, he shares his experience, helping people find success through passive income and brokering private equity funds that generate massive returns for investors. Look forward to tuning in and learning more about growing sales and real estate success with our guest, Andrew Ragusa. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:57] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad I introduce today’s guest Andrew Ragusa Real Estate broker  Growing private equity funds Flips for lump sum returns  Andrew gives us some background on himself Grew up in Brooklyn Dad is an entrepreneur  Mom became the VP of a hospital  Went to college out of pressure Andrew’s advice to people thinking about college The value of learning specific skills  General Degrees may not do you any good  [04:58 - 15:56] Finding Success in Real Estate Andrew shares his transition out of the workforce  Started in the Health field  Got passed up on decisions  Quit and started into real estate  First years in real estate Started spending on ads first 8 sales in the first year  Playing catch up with the credit card for a while Building a good database of clients  Andrew’s top lessons learned in real estate and sales Bring a high standard of ethics to the table Do the right thing for the customer BE, DO, HAVE  A word from our sponsor [15:57 - 20:51] Assets for Opportunity Andrew talks about transparency in sales Opening up MLS Andrew shares about his coaching platform  What’s included in the program Links below How Andrew started getting into flipping Giving agents another stream of income Taking investor capital and putting the difference High investor return [20:52 - 22:54] Closing Segment ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to reach out to Andrew Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I had built such a great database of clients where I’m starting now to get so much referral work… it was almost just like I kept reinvesting in myself throughout the entire way.” - Andrew Ragusa “If you can bring to the table a good and high standard of ethical behavior, you can be SO successful… just be the best version of yourself.” - Andrew Ragusa “You can have the mindset of success at any point… It’s up to you to decide when you want to be successful.” - Andrew Ragusa Resources Mentioned:  Assets for Opportunity Connect with Andrew on Instagram and LinkedIn. Visit https://www.realtysuccesscoaching.com to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Kulzer, founder of AWeber Communications, Jon Ferrara, founder of Goldmine and Nimble CRM, and Zvi Band, CEO of Contactually share the secrets to their SaaS success. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From having a startup to scaling to a $500,000 business all online, Justin Hanover is an entrepreneur who knows what it means to start from zero and build something successful. I’ve personally watched Justin follow his passion when he started in our mastermind and seen the growth from day one to now. In his podcast How I Built My Online Coaching Business, he breaks down how he did it, the power of learning for others, and how to reach your goals.  Let’s jump right in and learn from Justin how he built and scaled his personal training business. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 08:10] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad I introduce today’s guest Justin Hanover Member of our mastermind  Host of the podcast How I Built My Online Coaching Business Be sure to check out Guestio and start booking influential guests today Justin gives some background on his story Big into sports as a kid  Saw school as waste of time but still fell into line  Worked on golf courses till he was able to venture out Became a licensed personal trainer while working 6-month building process Meeting the right person that lead to success  [08:11 - 17:04] Paying the Price Others Aren’t Willing to Pay The importance of doing what you don’t want to do  Know what it is that you need  What separates you from other people Justin shares about the building process The mindset of always driving forward Don’t wait for the “right time” Justin talks about the early days of building the business The importance of doing what you say you’ll do  The first steps into entrepreneurship Finding the model that makes sense  Finding the people that fit A word from our sponsor [17:05 - 31:48] Building a Personal Training Business Justin talks about driving through the fears around starting up  Not knowing what you don’t know  Getting surrounded by good people  Getting the mentorship and accountability Justin shares the lessons around initially losing business  Issues around retention  The need for the right systems Attracting the wrong people Transforming with the client  Learning the hard lessons and adjusting How to take the leap into making a real business Going from an operator to a leader Shifting the mindset  If someone fails, you didn’t set them up for success Where Justin is now with the business An unfulfilling money machine Closing the business after it ran its course  The positive outcomes Helping other coaches based on his experiences  [31:49 - 35:11] Closing Segment Where to find Justin’s podcast Links below ThE RaNDoM RoUnD How to reach out to Justin Links below Who you know or what you know? Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “There wasn’t a plan B…” - Justin Hanover “I pretty much hit it off with this one person that branched off into me creating this $500,000 dollar business.” - Justin Hanover “It’s a humbling experience in itself, to go from being an operator in a business to actually being a leader in the business because you realize everything falls back on you.” - Justin Hanover Resources Mentioned:  How I Built My Online Coaching Business Connect with Justin on Instagram. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With eight out of every ten businesses never selling, what can you do to make sure your business is firing on all cylinders? In this episode, we’ll be talking with Michelle Seiler Tucker, the preeminent expert on buying, selling, fixing, and growing businesses. Her proven track record boasts a 98% closing of offers she writes.The secret lies in the way she partners and collaborates with business owners by understanding that their businesses are like their ‘babies’ and should be handled as such. She is also the author of the books, ‘Exit Rich,’ and ‘Sell Your Business for More than it’s worth.’Join in this episode and let’s explore the strategies that Michelle uses to successfully sell businesses.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 08:10] Opening Segment Sponsored adI introduce today’s guest Michelle Seiler TuckerMerger and AcquisitionSold hundreds of businessesBe sure to check out Guestio and start booking influential guests todayMichelle talks about her book Exit Rich 8 out of 10 businesses will not sell The challenge businesses face today Build a sustainable, scalable businessLink and offer below Michelle gives some background on herselfFather sold his business then moved to Texas Witnesses the transformation of Austin [08:11 - 16:44] Getting into the Business of Selling Businesses Michelle talks about what inspired her to follow her pathCurious about people A love for writing From corporate worker to VPMissing entrepreneurship Venturing into franchise selling Putting Xerox on the map Missing the foundation to handle success Michelle shares about her college life Started out in medical High value on schooling and also entrepreneurship Getting into selling businesses Started by selling small businesses Transitioned into million-dollar businesses Learned the need to fix businesses first [16:45 - 32:41] How to Sell Your BusinessMichelle walks us through the 6 P’s Always innovate and market People - building up peopleAsk the Who’sDon’t be next to the Who Product - Ask about your industry The Covid examplePivot - Know when it’s time to change The Amazon example How can we improve the experienceA word from our sponsorThe next 3 P’s Process - designed with the customer in mind The Founder example Vision vs. Integrator Be well documentedProprietary Branding TrademarksPatents Contracts Databases Endorsements Profits [32:42 - 38:29] Closing SegmentThe typical timeline to sell your business The healthiest, high earning businesses sell the fastest How owner compliance comes into play Who you know, or What you know?If you the right person you can always grow Network = NetworthThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to reach out to MichelleLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “8 out of 10 businesses will not sell…” - Michelle Seiler Tucker “You don’t build a business you build people and the people build the business.” - Michel Seiler Tucker“Build your brand because the more well-branded you are the more that you will get for the sale of your business.” - Michelle Seiler TuckerResources Mentioned: Exit RichSell Your Business for More than it's WorthRich Dad, Poor DadThe Founder You can connect with Michelle on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Check out her website https://seilertucker.com/ to learn even more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Freestyle Friday with your host Travis Chappell, he discusses a subject that means a lot to him for obvious reasons: podcasting. He shares the three things that you need to start a podcast. Episode Highlights: Travis Chappell introduces the topic of podcasting.  Why do you need a ‘blue ocean’ for your podcast?  What does ‘blue ocean’ mean as it pertains to podcasts?  What type of mic does Travis use for his podcast? Be into your podcast for the long-term. You should get a coach when you start a podcast.  3 Key Points: Niches can become too specific to the point that they become limiting. Use minimal equipment for your podcast. Having a successful podcast takes patience. Tweetable Quotes  “You need a blue ocean. A lot of other people will say it is your avatar, it's your ideal listener, it's your niche, whatever name you want to give it.” – Travis Chappell “The goal is to monetize quickly, and that is true. But not to the point where that is your only goal from the beginning.” Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Felicia Romero, host of the Diet Dropout, Melanie Parish, Master Certified Coach, and Kelly Roach, Former Fortune 500 executive share lessons from their coaching careers! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would you do if you could have back all of your unproductive hours? With today’s guest, you might get a good idea about how to achieve that. Nir Eyal is an educator and the best-selling author of, Hooked, and Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life.For most of his career, he’s worked in the video gaming and advertising industries where he learned and applied the techniques used to help companies create behaviors that benefit their users while educating people on how to build healthful habits in their own lives.I’m looking forward to having you jump in with us and learning from the man who wrote the program himself, how to reclaim your productivity and become Indistractable. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 06:33] Opening Segment Sponsored adI introduce today’s guest Nir EyalTeacher, consultant, and writer Intersection of psychology, technology, and businessCo-founder of 2 tech companies Two-best selling booksCritically acclaimed writer Be sure to check out Guestio and start booking influential guests today Nir gives some background on himself The field of behavioural design How we can control our attention Grew up clinically obese Learning to gain control of food [06:34 - 14:09] The Opposite of Distraction; Gaining Control of DiscomfortNir talks about how his battle with food taught him about distraction Motivation to learn and gain control Distraction vs. traction Who to blame for distraction Most distraction begins from within The issue of emotion regulation; dealing with discomfortThis is something in your controlWhat you can and cannot control Dealing with the discomfort The fads behind mindfulness Tactic vs. strategy The strategies you can learn from the bookDistraction and traction; external and internal Master the triggers first [14:10 - 26:57] How to Become Indistractable Nir shares how he became who he is today Going back to schoolBecoming a blogger Networking to become an educator Writing his first book Why Nir went back to school The goal to go after Silicon ValleySelling things made out of bits rather than atomsA word from our sponsor [18:15]What’s on the horizon for NirHelping the world become Indistractable The parallels of overeating and technologyIt’s time to stop blaming the products Responsibility vs. BlameThese things are not your fault, they are your responsibility You are way more powerful than you think Our level of connection and disconnection today Making time for traction Turning value into TimeKnowing what you’re distracted from The real problem with loneliness Book time for real connection [26:58 - 35:16] Closing SegmentWho you know, or What you know?Depends on the area of professional advancement One can lead to the other A relationship that changed your life? Meeting his wifeNir talks about his investment portfolio Nir’s ‘Office Hours’ ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to reach out to Nir Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “The opposite of Distraction is not Focus; the opposite of Distraction is Traction. Traction is any action that moves you towards what you want to do.” - Nir Eyal“You are way more powerful than you think… we control these technologies rather than them controlling us.” - Nir Eyal“You can’t call something a distraction unless you know what you got distracted FROM.” - Nir EyalResources Mentioned: Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life HookedYou can connect with Nir on LinkedIn and Twitter. Check out his website https://www.nirandfar.com to learn even more about the blog. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Peter Kozodoy, after working with hundreds of leaders from Warren Buffett to startup founders, found that the surprising secret to extraordinary success isn't knowledge, hard work or luck: It's HONESTY. Peter is passionate about unlocking people’s potential for success through brutal honesty and it’s through this that he co-founded the tech platform Stradeso, coaches people in personal and professional growth, and has spoken at TEDx, CEO Clubs of America, Digital Book World, as well as written the book Honest to Greatness.Let’s jump in and learn from Peter how brutal honesty leads to massive success. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 05:56] Opening Segment Sponsored adI introduce today’s guest Peter KozodyInk 5000 serial entrepreneur Coach and consultant Featured in Forbes and CEO Clubs of America Be sure to check out Guestio and start booking influential guests today Peter gives some background on himself Grew up South of Boston Bored quickly Private schooling Into figure skating as a kid Natural elitist; wanting to be best at everything Becoming Lift Other’s orientated [05:57 - 16:42] Being Honest with What You Want to Achieve Peter talks about what drives himNatural elitist; wanting to be best at everything Becoming Lift Other’s orientated Being honest about what you want Becoming the best version of yourself Building upon a network Peter’s story going back into further studies Peter’s advice to younger people who identify with this path Be honest about who you are Coming out of the what and the why into the who Picture your life at 30 and 40; what makes you happy Peter talks about the ability to navigate finding yourself The Monopoly game example The advantage you have starting out Reflect and acknowledge where you’re starting fromA word from our sponsor[16:43 - 26:34] How Brutal Honesty Leads to Massive SuccessPeter talks about what he did after getting his Mba Becoming an author Challenging the lack of honesty in marketing and sales Becoming a coach and consultantPeter’s thoughts on the concept of brutal honestyStrategic honesty Honest about those around us; ultimate empathy Making great things happen Honesty within relationships Relating to personal responsibility Getting rid of, ‘you should’Intimacy versus honesty in business situations Telegraph who you are first Establish an expectation of what you will saySpending time becoming their best friend [26:35 - 32:24] Closing SegmentWho you know, or What you know?Who every single timePeople go with people who they likeA relationship that changed your life? You never know ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to reach out to Peter Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes: “I found that I hadn’t been completely honest with myself about all the things that I DID want to achieve that were an important part of who I am and my identity.” - Peter Kozodoy“When it comes to brutal honesty, it’s about strategic brutal honesty… Most times we need to be brutally honest about people.” - Peter KozodoyResources Mentioned: Honest to GreatnessYou can connect with Peter on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Check out his website https://peterkozodoy.com to learn even more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There can be a lot of fear and limiting beliefs surrounding the topic of starting a podcast. On this BYN Breakdown, we want to focus on the level of expertise needed to get into the game. What do you need to know? How much do you need to know? I think you’ll be surprised that you don’t have to be the expert, and in fact, this is just one of five archetypes that can monetize their podcast. So let’s jump into the conversation so we can shed some light on this myth and learn other ways to give value.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 02:09] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad Welcome to the show BYN Breakdown Do you need to be an expert? I talk about my take on this  No, you don’t have to be an expert  There are 5 archetypes  [02:10 - 07:25] The Kind of Podcasters that can Monetize  I break down the Expert archetype Giving Knowledge you’ve gained for free  This is the usual one but not the only one The Entertainer archetype  Audience facing monetization  Niche content is certain subject matter  Easy to gain traction and downloads  The Journalist archetype  Easy to start from scratch  The example of Napoleon Hill Do it in your own way  These are all the audience facing podcasters  A word from our sponsor  [07:26 - 11:53] Closing Segment Brand Builder and Business Developers are the last two  Coach expert and high ticket entrepreneurs  Examples  Leveraging attention to build up potential  High ticket services and products  Focussing on guests rather than the audience  Summarizing the archetypes  If you’re waiting to become the expert, you’ll never start Where to start  Join our Facebook group! Link below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I think that you’re doing yourself a disservice if you keep putting off a podcast launch simply because you’re not currently an expert in something.” - Travis Chappell “There’s a lot of ways to get the job done rather than just focusing on, ‘Oh I need to be an expert to be in this space,’ you do not have to be an expert to start a podcast.” - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned: Think and Grow Rich Podcast to Profit Group Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With so much talent in the world, what does it take to get that big break? Today we have a two-for-one special, with both Jesse Paul Smith and, previous guest, Zack Knight here with us today. Zack is the host of the Tactical Leadership podcast and CEO of Knight Protection Services, while Jesse is the Host of My Creative District Podcast and Founder of the same name. After meeting at a mastermind, they put their heads together, came up with creative solutions to creative problems, and put together My Creative District summit: Creating Your Big Break.  Don’t miss out on this episode. Jump in and let’s learn more about the amazing opportunities being put forth by the Worldwide Dance Challenge. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:16] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad I introduce today’s guests Jesse Smith and Zack Knight (previous guest) Opportunities for Creatives  Jesse gives background about getting into performing arts Always into music from a young age  Grew up around Christian music  Started dancing at the age of 20  [05:17 - 12:34] Displaying True Courage; The Start of the Worldwide Dance Challenge  Jesse talks about shifting away from the industry  Signed with MSA at the time  Working with corporate jobs  Left in debt  Burnt out  Pivoting into entrepreneurship  The value of making a connection at the mastermind Connecting with Zack  Zack shares his perspective from the mastermind  How Jesse and Zack met and connected  True Courage  Starting Worldwide Dance Challenge  Streaming to 120 countries  Launching season 1 soon I talk about the value you can find from masterminds  [12:35 - 19:08] My Creative District Summit Jesse talks about the upcoming summit and the value  January 20 - 24  Their big break  Always needing to grind Helping people create their own opportunities  Providing the tools to create your own stage  A word from our sponsor site info: www.itpro.tv promo code: TRAVIS Zack talks about what creatives can expect from the summit  Creative you yes  Creating a mindset as the foundation  Fighting limiting beliefs  Aligning with your passions  How to monetize it  [19:09 - 22:51] Closing Segment  Jesse talks about the parent company  My Creative District: Worldwide Dance Challenge  Giving what they need by giving them what they want The coaching company to help creatives with their next steps  Links below  Remember to upload and tag us on Instagram! Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Okay screw this. I’m gonna go head first into what I know my passion is and everything just took off from there.” - Jesse Smith  “Courage isn’t the lack of fear, it’s recognizing the fear and deciding to take action.” - Zack Knight “In order to be a successful ‘anything’… you have to have an entrepreneurial mindset, you have to understand that there’s both business and art.” - Jesse Smith Resources Mentioned:  Tactical Leadership Podcast My Creative District site info: www.itpro.tv promo code: TRAVIS You can connect with Zack on LinkedIn and Instagram and Jesse on LinkedIn. Go to https://www.worldwidedancechallenge.com to learn more about how to get involved. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest believes that its core, financial planning is about building futures, protecting families, creating legacies, and encouraging clients to pursue their passions. Jonathan DeYoe, is the best-selling author of Mindful Money: Simple Practices for Reaching Your Financial Goals and Increasing Your Happiness Dividend. He started as a Financial Advisor in a Wall Street firm then transitioned to starting his own business, DeYoe Wealth Management in 2001 to simplify personal finance and help busy people live meaningful lives. He writes and speaks about passion for the intersection between love and money.  I can’t wait to just dive in and learn more from Jonathan about how mindfulness and money work together hand in hand. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:48] Opening Segment  Sponsored ad I introduce today’s guest, Jonathan DeYoe Financial planner and author of Mindful Money  Head over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let us make your show Jonathan gives some background around his early life  Grew up in Financial struggle  Supportive family  Studying finance  How Jonathan instills drive in his children  Making his children work and do chores [06:49 - 16:56] Learning the Path to Money Mindfulness  Jonathan talks about his transition out of studying finances  Studying Business as a kid  Bored with the content  Moving into comparative religion  Learning mindfulness from Buddhist philosophy  How Jonathan began in his work  Becoming good at communicating with people  Advised to carve out a niche  Creating Mindful Money Misconceptions about money and mindfulness coinciding  Teaching people in prison about money  Similarities with rich people  Knowing your trade-offs  Focussing on your own values  A word from our sponsor  [16:57 - 24:38] Practical Uses of Money Mindfulness  Practical ways you can learn to be steadfast during harder times  Develop faith in the future The Shirt example  Recognize markets generally improve over time  Financial planning should disregard zig-zags in markets  Resources and strategies to use Read Warren Buffet’s annual report  Robin Hood  Buy, Hold, and Trust  [24:39 - 28:51] Closing Segment  Who you know or What you know?  Who you know  Every good thing comes from relationships The RaNdoM RoUnd How to connect with Jonathan  Links below Remember to upload and tag us on Instagram! Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “If we just admit for a second that we don’t know what the future holds, yet we do what we can to take care of that… I have to know what my trade-offs are.” - Jonathan DeYoe “If you have a lot of money, if you have a little money, you can’t do everything, but if you start with your own values, the things that are important to you, and you focus on those things, you can actually have those things.” - Jonathan DeYoe Resources Mentioned: Mindful Money: Simple Practices for Reaching Your Financial Goals and Increasing Your Happiness Dividend Unshakeable  Abnormal Returns Blog You can connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn and Twitter. Go to https://mindful.money to learn more.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finding your message can make or break your show as well as become the deciding factor of whether or not it will profit. When you find the message you're passionate about, the doors will start opening and I promise you that you will begin to see success before you even launch your show. We want to dive into that conversation today; what does it look like to find that niche and what are the steps you can take to break down what it is that you should be focusing on to drive consistency, profitability, and interest!  Let’s start by breaking down the four areas that I believe can help you narrow down your topic and get you started on the path to making a profitable podcast. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:03] Opening Segment  Welcome to another Freestyle Friday! Story from a client on a coaching call  Making money before the show launched Today's topic: How to find a topic for your show The importance of narrowing down your niche   How do we do it? [04:04 - 07:02] Choosing Your Podcast Topic First: What are my unfair advantages?  What are the things that you are good at  Second: What am I passionate about?  What is it that you enjoy  Sometimes this is different from your advantage  Third: What will help people? Write a list  Find what people actually care about  Ubersuggest Fourth: What do you want to learn/master yourself  See what things are on all of the lists This will inform your topic A word from our sponsor [07:03 - 11:42] Closing Segment The last one is the big one  Maybe this topic is something you want to learn  If you’re interested in it, you’ll be consistent in it My networking example  Eric talks about the importance of passion  Passion should also pay the bills  The thing your excited about should be what you focus on  What would you do if you didn’t make a single dollar  If you already have a business  This would be the exception  We help business owners build and drive capital  Our Facebook group Links below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “You have to make a name for yourself by talking about something specific, so you can attract an audience that actually cares about the things that you talk about.” - Travis Chappell “Starting a show or a podcast about one of those things that you’re interested in learning about has gotta be one of the best ways to keep yourself accountable to continuous learning in that field…” - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Ubersuggest: Keyword traffic search Travis Chappell Podcast to Profit Facebook Group Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com.  You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest loves to push himself and test the limits of "anything is possible." Stu Massengill is a National Trainer and Peak Performance Strategist for Tony Robbins, the #1 success coach on the planet. He feels he is on a mission to serve others with the strategies that have helped Tony Robbins scale his 55 companies to do $6 Billion in combined annual sales. Stu works with people to help them break through any limitations so they can create the life they truly desire and create real, tangible results. He is also the founder of the podcast Finding Direction. I think you’re going to find a ton of wisdom from Stu as he shares his story about becoming a Tony Robbins Trainer.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 08:05] Opening Segment Sponsored adI introduce today’s guest, Stu MassengillProfessional coach, author, and podcaster Head over to https://guestio.com to connect to high-level guestsStu gives some background around his early life Grew up with a great family Looking up to the older brother Growing up shy and in a shell Impact in high school Learning to come out of the shellThe positive impact of coming out of the shellMom as a life coach, dad as a doctor[08:06 - 17:15] Get Good with People to SucceedStu talks about moving into the business world Starting in a network marketing company The importance of getting good with people You are in the people business no matter what Encourage don’t discourage Dropping out to follow his passionStu talks about the lessons and impact gained from pursuing his passionGetting uncomfortable to become successful Learning to communicate and work with people relationallyThe impact of effective communication and networking Stu shares about pivoting from network marketing Leading through intuition The doors opening from networking Interning at VANs through connections A word from our sponsor[17:16 - 21:30] Becoming a Tony Robbins TrainerStu shares his experience deciding to work for Tony RobbinsThe desire to work with people directly Deciding to work with Tony Modeling amazing people Speeding up the learning processFiguring out what you want to do It’s not too late Using networking to do what you want The pizza analogy Trying the thing you like instead of just analyzing [21:31 - 29:49] Closing Segment Who you know or What you know? Who you know, and adding value How to connect better with people Creating conversation vs. creating connection F.O.R.M.Family, Operations, Recreation, Motivation People like people who are like themselves Become an epic listenerThe RaNdoM RoUndRemember to upload and tag us on Instagram!Final words Tweetable Quotes: “You either learn to get good with people and you can succeed, or if you don’t then you’re going to fail… that’s a theme for your life.” - Stu Massengill “In everything in my life that I’ve continued to pursue, one of the biggest silver linings has been building relationships… through effective communication and networking, you truly can open any door for opportunity.” - Stu Massengill Resources Mentioned: Finding Direction PodcastYou can connect with Stu on LinkedIn and Instagram. Go to https://www.stumassengill.com to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We have what we need to make our dreams a reality, if only we could get out of our own way! This is a revelation that hit today’s guest, Tripp Lanier. Tripp is a professional coach, author, and podcaster of This Book Will Make You Dangerous, and host of The New Man Podcast. Tripp is known for helping people become an authority in their field, and make a great living doing the work they were put on this earth to do. Over the years he’s designed several businesses to support a simple lifestyle focused on freedom, ease, meaning, and fun. Let’s get right into the episode and gain key wisdom from Tripp that will make you a dangerous person and a book that could change the game for you.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 08:40] Opening Segment Sponsored adI introduce today’s guest, Tripp LanierProfessional coach, author, and podcaster Head over to https://guestio.com to connect to high-level guestsTripp’s start into podcasting Coaching founders of a startup Encouraged to inherit the show Tripp gives background into his early life Growing up in rural FloridaFather who was a cop working big cases, mother as a school teacher Approaching life post-high schoolGet out of here Always doing creative things Art school in Florida StateMake enough money to live the life he wantedStarting a video production company[08:41 - 15:12] You Have What You Need Already; Get Over YourselfTripp talks about the ‘why’ behind starting a video production agency Making a living doing something you enjoy The freedom to be small and nimble Perceiving failure More worried about other’s perceptions Tripp talks about the fear of what others think People have clarity, but they worry about other people Working through these fears Short answer: Get over yourself Don’t buy into the idea that you’re a big deal Most of what you do goes unnoticed A quote from: “This Book will Make You Dangerous”Unlocking opportunitiesDon’t do it aloneQuick word from our sponsor[15:13 - 22:52] The Natural Path to Growth; Everything is an Experiment  Tripp goes back into his story about his businessRunning the company for 12 years Personal growth journey What is it that I want next?Leaving to become a coachHow to transition when making a career pivot You’re not on the wrong path just a different seasonEnjoy the arch You don’t stop growing Tripp’s missteps Everything is an experiment Stop waiting for the perfect plan[22:53 - 24:42] This Book Will Make You DangerousTripp talks about the value of his bookThe problem of playing games you can’t win ‘The book I wish I read years ago’Deep truth in a relatable wayWhere you can find itlinks below [24:43 - 30:16] Closing Segment Who you know or What you know? Who you know but are you trustworthy Don’t just connect when there’s something in it for youTrust and care about your people Relationships that changed things for you?Relationship as a college intern Responsible for the growth of his first business The RaNdoM RoUndRemember to upload and tag us on Instagram!Final words Tweetable Quotes: “Most of the time the ideas that we have, the dreams that we have, the things that we really want to experience in the short time that we have to be alive, the thing that gums up the geras is that some version of that, ‘I can’t get over myself…’” - Tripp Lanier“Recognize we’re not on the wrong path, there are just seasons… Life is much more enjoyable when you recognize there’s going to be an arch to everything.” - Tripp LanierResources Mentioned: This Book Will Make You Dangerous - By Tripp LanierThe New Man PodcastYou can connect with Tripp on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Check out www.thenewmanpodcast.com to learn more and continue the conversation.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Having a passive income can unlock the freedom for you to live your true life passions. Today’s guest, Kyle Stanley is a real estate and Airbnb professional in Fresno, CA. In just under 16 months, Kyle has accumulated 22 Airbnb listings. This business gives Kyle the freedom to live life on his terms. Kyle is also passionate about teaching others how to build an Airbnb portfolio like he has through tools like his podcast The Fearless Investor.I really believe you’ll get a ton of value from this episode, so let’s tune in and learn how Kyle was able to turn his business into a tool to live financially free. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 06:22] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Kyle StanleyReal Estate and Airbnb in Fresno Teaching others to build a portfolio Head over to https://guestio.com to connect to high-level guestsKyle talks about his early lifeAll about self-competition Dad who was a business owner Mom was a teacher Saw the value of having a business Got into sportscasting The experience in sports broadcasting [06:23 - 15:37] Don’t Accept Failure as Your IdentityKyle talks about going into his own business Making more on a side business than the full-time jobLack of appreciation in the job Steps to getting into the entrepreneur space The move to Arizona 3-month trial run Connecting with the right people Deciding to do this NOW Navigating the decision to work for yourself A love of change and challenge One connection can lead me to 400 people Proving I can do this Weighing out the worst-case scenarioKyle’s thoughts on failure and following your dreamLeaving your business doesn’t make you a failure Money can be the tool to live your dream Don’t accept failure as your identity [15:38 - 25:24] Getting a Passive Income by Being an Action TakerKyle talks about the when and why behind real estate Realizing the need for something truly passive Identifying the skills you have The education process and action processLearning from Grant CardoneSeminars and summits Getting the ball rolling with actionThe island analogy Immediately taking action Redirecting yourself Varied timing, Guaranteed successWhat your skillsets can do for you Kyle talks about life goals Building illustration Knowing what you want your lifestyle to look like The vehicle vs. the life goal[25:25 - 32:39] Airbnb Passive IncomeKyle talks about going into Airbnb How Kyle started Striking passive income Renting and subletting $1,000 on one-bedroom alone$15,500 in 5 months $18,000 - $20,000 net monthly currently Still growing The passive side When everything is in place it’s all added cash flow The biggest risk involved Lowest risk tolerance Owning and managing The importance of analyzing the deal The reward so much higher than the riskThe value of mentorship Another pair of eyes on a deal Mitigating mistakes early on [32:40 - 36:20] Closing SegmentHow to reach out to Kyle Links below Airbnb profit calculator Who you know or What you know? Definitely who - who has become before the what in this businessThe RaNdoM RoUndRemember to upload and tag us on Instagram!Final words Tweetable Quotes: “If I wasn’t going to be able to be appreciated, then I wanted to create my own lifestyle and give MYSELF a pat on the back.” - Kyle Stanley“You’re not a failure if you step away from a business, you’re a failure if you step away from your dreams.” - Kyle StanleyResources Mentioned:The Fearless Investor PodcastChop Wood, Carry WaterCardone Zone PodcastFortitude You can connect with Kyle on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Be sure to check out https://www.fearlesskyle.com and assess your deal! Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Ashabi is a man who knows what it is to come from absolute rock bottom to becoming an up and coming financial success! Mike is the Founder and CEO of True Life Ventures, a coaching and consultation experience where he helps people find out HOW to gain results in business rather than just WHAT gains those results. With several years in sales and marketing under his belt, Mike has been one of the coaching pioneers that get clients on a path to scale and sustain their business with strategies that bring in growth and ultimately success.  I’m so interested to get into Mike’s head and take a look at what the journey was like for him to become that Up and Comer. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 03:48] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Mike Ashabi  Serial entrepreneur  Working with top entrepreneurs in business and consultation Let us Make Your Podcast Mike gives some background on his early life  Realizing he was different  Bullied and outcasted at an early age  Entrepreneurial parents  [03:49 - 09:12] Love Driven Work Ethic; It’s Bigger than Me Mike shares lessons he’s learned growing up in an entrepreneurial home Watching his dad build a life  Always put in the time for his family  Love-driven work ethic Building wealth for your family  Mike’s perspective on money  You have control over your finances  Making the uncontrollable variables of your life easier to manage Money magnifies who you are  A tool A quick word from our sponsors [09:13 - 15:05] Who You are vs. What You Hear Mike talks about his school life and how it affected him Dropped out of college 3 times  What’s the point of this?  Learning from doing not hearing  Mike’s advice on learning business Go learn from someone who is doing it not teaching it Knowing who you are  What Mike does to work on himself  24-hour rule  Just being in your mind  Self-love and self-discipline  [15:06 - 19:02] Closing Segment Mike talks about the journey to his business Working as a sales manager  Decided to build his dream  True Life Ventures Launched in March 2020 Who you know or What you know?  What you know enhances the chances of making connections  What I know is real to me The RaNdoM RoUnd Where to find Mike - links below  Remember to upload and tag us on Instagram! Final words  Resources Mentioned:  Why “A” Students Work for “C” Students Tweetable Quotes:  “The whole thing with wealth, in my opinion, is creating that safety net for any family members that get sick or just needing to put financial means out there for any reason in your family.” - Mike Ashabi “The whole point about money is - everything in your life, there're so many different variables that are out of your control. But one thing you do have control over is your finances.” - Mike Ashabi You can connect with Mike on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Be sure to check out https://truelifeventures-ma.com to learn even more.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, your host Travis Chappell talks about how to get clarity in your goals. When was the last time you sat down and made sure you were still on track to hit your goals? Learn why it’s important to recalibrate early and often. Episode Highlights:  You have to ask yourself whether your goals are important to you. Take the time to ask yourself four questions: What’s the truth about where you are? Write down your one-year goals. Write down why these goals are important. Write down the capabilities you need in order to achieve your goals. You need to be aware that you may not currently be the person who can achieve your goals. Start on the trajectory you want to be on even if it doesn’t make sense in the here and now. Be honest with yourself when you set your goals. The more clarity you have in your life the more fulfilled you will be. 3 Key Points: Know the truth about where you are with your goals right now. Set goals in terms of looking back on the next year. Times of hardship are the reasons that you should stay on track and keep working toward your goals. Tweetable Quotes: “Too many people are chasing after something that other people think is important.” -Travis “Write down your goals as a year from now looking backward.” -Travis “If your why is strong enough you’ll find out the how.” -Travis Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friends are some of the most important people in our lives, so why would we not invest in making those relationships great? Today’s guest, Shasta Nelson, is the leading expert on friendship, healthy relationships, and reversing the trend of increasing loneliness. She is a speaker, and author committed to teaching all of us how to create healthier, more fulfilling relationships in our lives. She’ll be talking with us today about some of the work that will be in her book, The Business of Friendship: Making the Most of the Relationships Where We Spend Most of Our Time, filled with scientific data and tips on healthy culture and relationship building.  Let’s dive right in and listen to Shasta as she breaks down the business of friendship and how it affects us. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:18] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Shasta Nelson Business of Friendship  Leading voice on how we can end loneliness Interviewed in prevalent magazines  Shasta talks about her early life experience  Finding her voice  Daughter to a single mom Story about her sister  Not shining too brightly  Learning where the line is  [05:19 - 17:23] Shining Bright Without Outshining Others Shasta talks about the line between confidence and arrogance  Supporting others shiny, amazing thing  Not thinking other people are lesser Give your best without dimming your light Willing to be seen Vulnerability as a requirement for relationships  We struggle to be vulnerable where we’re most proud  Our friendships should be a place for practicing shining  Shasta’s lessons from college days  Running for student vice president  Studying for divinity  Practice with managing and counseling relationships  Feeling of belonging and community  Shifting from religious work and into a spiritual community  Common theme of hearing a growing trend of loneliness  The need to build community  [17:24 - 23:00] The Business of Friendship Shasta talks about her journey into her speaking work  People not used to paying for this yet  A worthy investment  Would you do it for free? Shasta talks about her book  Links below Three requirements of relationships  Vulnerability Consistency  Positivity - 5 positive for every 1 negative  Evaluating the health of all our relationships  Moving relationships to the top of the pyramid  [23:01 - 28:13] Closing Segment Who you know or What you know?  Who you know fuels who you are  Safe place to process  The RaNdoM RoUnd Where to find Shasta - links below  Remember to upload and tag us on Instagram! Final words  Resources Mentioned:  The Business of Friendship Survival of the Friendliest Tweetable Quotes:  “If anything our friendships should be where we practice shining…” - Shasta Nelson “You can have vulnerability and consistency but we want it to feel good, and that’s where we need positivity… it has to feel good for us to want to be consistent and make us want to share with you.” - Shasta Nelson You can connect with Shasta on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Visit www.harpercollinsleadership.com/business-of-friendship/ to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With thousands of entrepreneurs in the world, only 3% make it over a million dollars. What’s the secret? We’ll learn from today’s guest, Lance Tyson, President and CEO of the Tyson Group. Lance has a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship and is a long-time sales veteran who has trained sales talent for some of the biggest names in professional sports and entertainment, like the Dallas Cowboys, Cleveland Browns, New York Yankees, Miami Dolphins, and the San Francisco 49ers, just to name a few. His passion is developing sales professionals so that they can take their organizations and careers to the next level. Let’s dive right in and learn from Lance how Salespeople and Doctors have more in common than you might think.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 06:09] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Travis ChappellTrained sales talent in big-name sports Areas of training and leadershipAnnouncement: travischappell.com/makemypodcastLance gives some background on his life Entrepreneur dad and working mom Supported to be an entrepreneur Joined the marines Went to college Started an import/export business firstInfluenced by how his dad was raised [06:10 - 15:33] The Sales Savvy Entrepreneur Lance’s advice for people trying to find their path Lance’s experience in the education worldNot big on college Go after your passion with a planBecoming a Sales savvy entrepreneur Learning in a real-life setting Lance talks about the resources you can find The wealth of knowledge even on this podcast Access to resources You will fail before you succeed The odds play vs Craps play Luck and timingLessons Lance has learned along the way Sharing goals and interests with the wrong people Working with family Shifting to a style of having to earn trust rather than giving it[15:34 - 23:10] The Value of Having Mentors that Value YouLance continues the story of his entrepreneurial journey Brokering overseas business Getting hired as a salesperson Tired of the rat race Interest in Self Growth and Training What Lance learned from his mentors You will be successful Owning 25% equity in his business Going off on his own Too big to failHaving mentors that value your success Keeping score every year[23:11 - 30:37] What Salespeople Doctors Have in CommonLance talks about his sales process Sales is an Away GameGetting into the mind of the buyer The health care analogy It’s a practice just like a doctorConnection, evaluation, diagnosis, and prescription How this practice ties into my podcast Summarizing the doctor analogy as it applies to salesLance’s story helping a business Cutting a deal without asking Giving people premium options [30:38 - 34:57] Closing SegmentWho you know or What you know? Who wants to know you Lance’s story with the chamber of commerce  The RaNdoM RoUndWhere to find Lance - links below Remember to upload and tag us on Instagram!Final words Tweetable Quotes: “I’m not big on college… if you have a plan and a passion, I think you go after it.” - Lance Tyson“Like business, medicine’s a practice… The sales process follows a diagnosis - so it’s connected, evaluate, diagnose, and then you get to some level when you're giving advice to somebody like a doc would, where you prescribe.” - Lance Tyson“You look at it as how can I help the person, the avatar, the ideal client - how can I help that person get the number one thing that they desire. And if you do that I PROMISE you paychecks that are gonna be really, really big!” - Travis ChappellResources Mentioned: How to Win Friends & Influence PeopleSales is an Away Game - Lance TysonYou can connect with Lance on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram . Visit https://tysongroup.com to learn more about his space.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this BYN Breakdown, Eric and I kinda just hit record and let it all happen. In our conversation today we talk about things like religion, hypocrisy, and worldview - which, while a bit random, I feel could be useful for those who tune in, since we live in a world full of different opinions, values, and beliefs so it’s important to know how to navigate through them to create relationships. Let’s get into the conversation and hopefully, you come away with a bit of insight into your worldview and how it affects you and your relationships.   Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 03:50] Opening Segment  Welcome to the show BYN Breakdown Candid Conversations today Eric jumps in about the fear of hell  The psychological impact  Programmed by society  The drug example  [03:51 - 14:13] Is Your Worldview Too Fragile? Eric talks about listening to preaching  A weird drawing into it When you attack a cult Is that me?  I talk about the sales aspect of it  The indoctrination  The funnel  No other options or assistance given We talk about living ministry rather than working it  Doing more ministry now outside of church  Your definition of ministry  Eric talks about real ministry Actually taking care of people  Unspotted by the world  Holding tradition over principle  Example of hypocrisy  Fear orientated operations  Tackling the fear of questioning  Facing your worldview  Travis talks about the hypocrisy in Christianity  [13:29 - 15:12] Closing Segment Throwing out your worldview  Being open to other answers Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I feel like I’m more in ministry now than I was when - when I was. Like, I’m helping more people now.” - Eric  “You have to be willing to throw everything you currently believe, your entire worldview, your reason for existing that you view - you have to throw that all up in the air and be willing to accept that somebody else might be right.” - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Podcast Profit Course Think and Grow Rich Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordan Harbinger, Wall Street lawyer turned talk show host, Riley Dayne, a Canadian entrepreneur and filmmaker, and Ryan Michler, a military veteran and the founder of Order of Man, sit down with Travis Chappell and share their tips for being a badass interviewer. Key Takeaways: Recognize that the show is your product. Offer value and see how many incredible guests reciprocate it. Don't ignore the little details in regards to how you present yourself and your show. Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements: https://travischappell.com/ Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The mark of a great leader is the one who can build trust among the people they serve. Today’s guest is one of these leaders - Walter Rakowich the author of Transfluence: How to Lead with Transformative Influence in Today’s Climates of Change. He is a leadership speaker and former executive who seeks to transform organizational cultures by encouraging a transparent leadership approach that is honest, humble, and heartfelt. Walter believes this practice ultimately leads to higher trust, commitment, and performance, as well as improved workplaces and communities. Walter also serves on a number of corporate and philanthropic boards and is a graduate of Harvard Business School.I’m really looking forward to you hearing this episode as Walter reveals how to lead in a crisis. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 06:23] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Walter RakowichTransfluence Former executive of PrologisAnnouncement: travischappell.com/makemypodcastWalt gives some background on his early life Grew up in Pittsburgh Middle-class family life Love and support from family Trying to put other people first School life and career Graduated in accounting Left accounting to go to Harvard B.S. Finding what makes leaders successful Thoughts on expectations [06:24 - 13:24] The Art of People Brilliance Walt talks about his time in real estate Example of a great boss Big influence People brilliantThe secret of success Put others first Focus on those around you Activities with the boss Various trips to connect with the staffWalt’s insights on characteristics of a good leader Walt’s story in Prologis Humility - Honesty - Humor It’s important to have humanness It takes courage and confidence Making it about other people [13:25 - 26:53] Leading in a CrisisWho you know or what you know? Who you know especially in the short term You know more people than you think You also can’t bluff yourself through The ‘what’ creates longevity The one connection that led to more Walt shares examples through his jobs Walt shares his work and impact at Prologis The CEO was brilliant, but difficult to work for Watching on the sidelines Asked to take over when the company was almost bankruptAdversity leads to perseverance 4 years to turn the company aroundLessons learned in the process How to decide where to go next within a crisis Difficult decisions upfront Transparency first Providing fairness Brutal honesty [26:54 - 31:28] Closing SegmentWalt talks about his book Transformational Influence Links below The RaNdoM RoUndWhere to find Walt - links below Remember to upload and tag us on Instagram!Final words Tweetable Quotes: “If you really, truly want to succeed in life - put others first and begin to focus on the people around you.” - Walter Rakowich“Humility, honesty, and humanness - I call it my 3-H core… Humility is how you see yourself, I think humanness or heart, is how you see other people, and honesty is really the transaction that connects the two.” - Walter RakowichResources Mentioned: TransfluenceYou can connect with Walt on LinkedIn and Twitter. Visit https://waltrakowich.com to learn even more.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Strelecky is a #1 Best Selling inspirational author, adventurer, and speaker. His books have won bestseller of the year awards five times and collectively spent more than eight hundred weeks on bestseller lists. John’s entry into the world of writing began following a life-changing experience where he was inspired to sit down and tell the story shared in his first book - The Café on The Edge of The World. The success of the book can be attributed to the word of mouth that spread the book all over the world, truly creating a successful network.  We’ll be diving into John’s wealth of experience today, and of all his grand experiences, John will reveal what one of his biggest adventures has been to date: being a father to a daughter. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:45] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, John Strelecky  Adventurer, bestselling author, and father  John talks about his lessons being a father  Asking women what they need from their dad  Giving a smile no matter what  Make sure to build her self confidence John’s memory with his daughter in Africa  Build traditions  [07:46 - 18:00] The Journey into Adulthood John gives some background on his story  Doubted his place in the world  Working from the age of 12  Fighting the victim mentality  Transitioning into a career  Started in aviation  Background in business  Unable to be a pilot due to a heart condition  Moving forward  Going back into university  John’s story going into the workforce  Helping other companies  No heart connection to the job  Left it all behind  Backpacked around the world at the age of 32 [18:01 - 23:26] Letting People Know They’re Not Alone  John talks about writing his book  Stream of conscious writing  Just kept typing  Asked to be a steward  John talks about the cafe book  Link below  What came next after writing the book  Rejected by many publishers  Helping people realize that they’re not alone  John’s current projects  Movie about the Cafe in the works  Not how but who  [23:27 - 34:19] Closing Segment Who you or What you know?  The What - is knowing what you want to do with your life  The Who, is finding the right people after  The Who helps manifest the What   Building relationships better  Give first  Law of reciprocity Top 2 or 3 places you’ve been?  Experiencing South Africa  The wildlife  Driving onto a safari  John’s wild safari story  John's key lesson to impart  You have incredible intuition  Tapping into and trusting the inner voice  The RaNdoM RoUnd Where to find John - links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I think sometimes you’re asked to be a steward of something, and I really, firmly believe for whatever reason I’ve been asked to be the writer of the Cafe story.” - John Strelecky “The question in life is not how do I do something, the question is who… what can I learn from their experience?” - John Strelecky Resources Mentioned:  The Cafe on the Edge of the World You can connect with John on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Visit https://www.johnstrelecky.com to learn more. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Would you give up if you knew that you would strike gold within only 3 more feet? Welcome back to another BYN Breakdown with me and Eric! Over the last couple of breakdowns, we’ve been going over what goes into making a successful podcast that’s scalable and profitable. are going to be continuing our conversation around building and scaling your podcast. One of the most important lessons I’ve learned is also one of the most basic: Success takes time! You may not want to hear it but it’s true and I have the experience to share that with you.  So let’s start talking about what building success over time looks like, and how to push through without quitting before you reach your win.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 03:03] Opening Segment  Welcome to the show BYN Breakdown Slow download numbers post  I talk about my slow downloads  Painfully slow at the time  Feeling like there is no traction  Doing door to door sales to make ends meet  Commitment to keep going  Constant let downs [03:04 - 11:02] The Truth About the Slow Progress to Success I talk about the truth behind starting up podcasting Most quit early You won’t get immediate results  Eric summarizes doing the work from our other BYN breakdowns  I talk about my progress  A year to make it to 100,000 total  3 years to a million  This month will be 6 figure on its own  Eric talks about his experience  The Think and Grow Rich - Gold Mining analogy  Giving up while 3-ft from gold  I talk about getting used to being uncomfortable  Getting to the results no one else has  Keep going  Why am I still doing this?  The pursuit to unlocking a new lifestyle  Willing to do what most don't want to do [11:03 - 15:55] Closing Segment Eric talks about how the webinar will help you  Learn targeted lessons  Put in the time and effort first  Link in resources  Easy decisions - hard life, hard decisions - easy life Long-term perspective Future Travis is going to say thank you to past Travis The successful people are the ones who made long-term decisions Eric talks about learning lessons that helped him along the way  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Looking back now the only thing that kept me in it was just this commitment from the beginning to keep going, because I knew it was going to be a long journey.” - Travis Chappell “The reality is as simple as just keep doing what you’re doing.” Eric Skwarczynsk “The journey to having results that no one else can have in their life, is a long and difficult one.” - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Podcast Profit Course Think and Grow Rich Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Philip McKernan, the author and founder of One Last Talk, Aubrey Marcus, Founder of ONNIT and New York Times best-selling author of Own the Day, Own Your Life, and David Meltzer, the co-founder and CEO of Sports 1 Marketing and S1MEDIA. Key Takeaways: The number one challenge everyone faces in the world is self-worth. Seek direct experience with divinity, whether within or without. Getting growth doesn’t start without action, even small actions. Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements: https://travischappell.com/ Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Growing your network is the key to finding something meaningful to do in life. This is a piece of advice from today’s guest, Raj Subrameyer who is an international keynote speaker, author, and tech career coach who helps people to land their dream job and become successful leaders. He has helped countless individuals discover their ‘zone of genius’ and leverage it to live a life that they love. Raj is a sought-after speaker at various conferences and has been featured in numerous podcasts and publications, including Authority Magazine, Thrive Global, Addicted2Success, and The Good Men Project. He is also the author of the new book – Skyrocket Your Career.  Let’s launch ourselves into the episode as Raj talks to us about building the life and career that your dreams.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:24] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Raj Subrameyer keynote speaker, author, and tech career coach Go over to https://guestio.com  Raj shares some background on his early life  Grew up in Canai - India Surrounded by overachievers  Pressure to succeed and fear of rejection Trigger event  Deciding to carve an identity and power over life  Learning strategies to turn into a high-level individual [06:25 - 11:00] In the Face of Adversity  Raj talks about the path to change  You have to face some kind of adversity  Learning from negative experiences  Transformation happens after something drastic  An example of mental and physical health transformation Raj’s story of suffering a physical meltdown Transitioning into helping others  Manufacturing adversity to build strength  Seeking mentors and coaches  Proactive in investing in yourself Avoiding pitfalls  [11:01 - 15:23] Building the Life you Want Through Your Network Raj talks about growing a network  Starting from the basic level  Growing a circle  Attending meetups and conferences  Follow people’s work  The importance of building relationships  The change in the professional world  Raj’s example of an important relationship  Opportunities to do something meaningful [15:24 - 24:32] Closing Segment Who you or What you know?  It’s important to know who can guide and inspire you  You can’t do no work - invest in yourself  Raj talks about his new book Skyrocket Your Career Key takeaways  The fear of job security Actionable strategies to find your dream job  Real-life experiences  Setting yourself apart from the competition  Undersell and overperform  Exercises to find patterns  Links below and in bio  The RaNdoM RoUnd Where to find Raj - links below  Remember to upload and tag us on Instagram! Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I definitely think that you have to face some adversities to figure out opportunities and have a path to transformation.” - Raj Subrameyer “Personally, professionally, and universally, I would say that growing your network is the key for you to find more opportunities and then do something meaningful in life as well.” - Raj Subrameyer Resources Mentioned:  Skyrocket Your Career You can connect with Raj on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. You can learn more by visiting his website https://www.rajsubra.com/.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real Estate can be one of the best means of reaching both Time and Financial Freedom. Here to give us some insights we have, Founder and CEO of the Apt-Guy, Best selling author and award winning syndicator, Bruce Petersen. Bruce is a syndicator and manager of large multi-family (apartments) projects. Over the past seven years he’s acquired and managed through his company, Bluebonnet Commercial Management, which boasts over 1100 units. Rather than just focus on money, he finds ways to impact resident's and staff's lives by providing value; after that the money comes. Through his book, Syndication is a B*tch, he reveals his proven systems and processes.Let’s launch ourselves right into Bruce’s story and learn how he got to the point of quitting his job and finding success as a full-time real estate investor. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 06:24] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Bruce PetersenThe apt-guy Awarded 2016, 17, and 19 Cash flowing assets travischappell.com/makemypodcastBruce shares some background on his early life Grew up poor and college drop out Interested in money and how it worked Learning from a bank at 12 Entrepreneurial mindset Wanting something different [06:25 - 15:44] Quitting Your Job to Invest in YourselfBruce talks about entrepreneurshipIt takes a special personality Drive and fortitudeBruce’s school experience No role-model Trying to start businesses but failing for 20 years Physically and emotionally drained Why transition into Real EstateBruce’s experience in retail Walked away from it and travelled Using baseball stat skills Dove into it head first Bruce’s advice to people who feel stuck Don’t be afraid Nothing is guaranteed False sense of security The world is a different landscape Become your security You owe it to yourself to be happy [15:45 - 22:43] Inside the Guts of Real Estate Bruce talks about why he wrote his book There are ways out Bruce talks about the decisions to choose real estate Experience in the stock market First time investing Diving in Exposing the warts The main catalyst of Bruce’s book Tired of people getting sucked in by emotion You need to know the missteps and pitfallsWhat they don’t tell you on stage Saving you the shock Presenting the facts How to find the book Get a free PDF versionWhat’s next for Bruce Speaking events Education online Streetversity[22:44 - 33:51] Closing SegmentWho you or What you know? Who you know as a syndicator Become proficient Bruce’s advice How to Support BruceAlways looking for deals that make sense Help by sharing the book!Free virtual copiesBest two skill sets? Mindset of perseverance EQMindset: Stop complaining and project positivityThe RaNdoM RoUndHow to reach BruceLinks below Remember to upload and tag us on instagram!Final words Tweetable Quotes:“I can teach you how to build a business, and I can teach you how to build a successful business, but I can’t change your mindset… I really think it really comes down to personality.” - Bruce Petersen“People lull themselves into this false sense of security of, ‘My job is my saving grace…’ you just gotta take a chance.” - Bruce Petersen“Once you’ve put in some real legwork and some real effort into learning your craft, then you can start to leverage those relationships that you’ve built and networking that you’ve done.” - Bruce PetersenResources Mentioned: Syndication is a B*tchStreetversityYou can learn more about Bruce on LinkedIn. Find out more about getting your free copy of his book by going to https://apt-guy.com. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this BYN Breakdown me and Eric are going to be continuing our conversation around building and scaling your podcast. Last time we took a look at Blue Ocean Strategy and broke the myth behind needing expensive equipment and software. Today, we’re going to look at the importance of credibility and how to build it. A lot of people want to look at the heavy hitters of the podcasting world and copy their formula, but this is a different time, and you have unique qualities that you can bring to the table without having to stake your whole identity on what has already been done.  Let’s dive into the conversation and let me breakdown my Credibility First Method and clue you in on ways you can drive capital that can lead you to build a bigger audience! Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 02:16] Opening Segment  Welcome to the show BYN Breakdown I talk about another issue podcasters face  Stop trying to take other people’s style  No shortcuts You have to earn the position  You need to look at the opportunities you have [02:17 - 10:00] Building Your Credibility First The Joe Rogan example  Years of stand-up comedy  Early to the game  Cultivating a network  Timing and info  The Gary V example  YouTube channel first 15 years ago  You have to find a different way to grow  Don’t follow the formula of old ways  My strategy and example  It come down to credibility  More important than traffic  Big guests started saying yes  The credibility drove downloads  Finding the show from recognizable people and titles  Don’t waste people’s time  The Credibility First Method  How to turn credibility into money, money into audience growth  Live weekly class Thursdays at noon  Links at the bottom  [10:01 - 25:22] Closing Segment Eric wraps up and talks about the webinar Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “What people don’t realize is that you can’t shortcut the first decade of work that went in to build a large audience.” - Travis Chappell “You can’t expect to grow the same way a lot of people back then grew…” - Travis Chappell “I started figuring out that the credibility that I got from being on the top charts was way more important than the traffic that was basically non-existent that I got from the charts.” - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Podcast Profit Course Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!  If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com.  You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Veach, author of Help! I Work with People, Vince Del Monte, fitness guru, author, and creator of the 7-Figure Mastermind, and Joel Marion, co-founder and CMO of BioTrust Nutrition Key Takeaways: Leadership is communication. Relationships help you cut the credibility curve. You can scale what you do quickly when you get your entire industry on your team. Tweetable Quotes: “You can’t do life well and do people wrong.” – Chad Veach “When you have the right who you can stroke out all the whats.” – Vince Del Monte “The reason I can have so much success is that I have the whole industry on my side.” -Joel Marion Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements: https://travischappell.com/ Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest believes that the way you make people feel will determine the strength of the relationship. Associate Professor Bidhan "Bobby" Parmar is the Shannon Smith Emerging Scholar in Business Administration. Parmar teaches creative and critical thinking at the Darden School of Business. He was also named one of the top 40 business school professors under 40 in the world and has won several teaching and research awards, with his research published in several magazines. Parmar's research interests focus on how managers make sense of uncertainty and collaborate in ways that create value for stakeholders and teach students real world leadership skills in stressful and interpersonally sensitive situations. I can’t wait to dive into Bobby’s wealth of knowledge and experience as he breaks down relationships and how to build them.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:26] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Professor. Bidhan Parmar Emerging Scholar  Top business school professors Announcement: travischappell.com/makemypodcast Bobby talks about his early life  Started up in martial arts  Learned how to teach and meet new people  School life and relationships  First generation expectations  Beginning journey into academia  Worked as a research assistant  Making others better around you  [06:27 - 13:00] Diving into the Details and the Unknown Bobby’s advice on the limit of pushing your children  Letting the kids lead  Pick something you love and build expertise  Share your passion  Bobby talks about the allure of research  The mystery solving aspect  Helping people make effective decisions  Research that solves needs  Fostering interests  Not an immediate pay-off  Manage motivation  Find how the work benefits people  Bobby’s time and journey in Darden U Opportunity to teach and stay  Valuable relationships with colleagues [13:01 - 25:22] Talking Relationship; Closing Segment Who you or What you know?  It’s about the feelings you create in others  How you relate to others  Relationships matter a lot, but not by themselves  How do you take an important skill set and apply it?  Find the people that make you feel good  Put into situations where you need to use  Find good exemplars  Bobby’s networking trick  Analyze what works best for you A time when connection led to something big in your life? Bobby’s example with Darden U executives  “Stakeholder Theory” Bobby shares a story from a friends studies  Stakeholder capitalism  Fishing with Dynamite  Link below The RaNdoM RoUnd Remember to upload and tag us on instagram! Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I was really passionate about this idea of using power responsibly… you use that responsibly and you use that to make the world better.” - Bidhan “Bobby” Parmar “It’s not about who you know or what you know, it’s about how you make other people feel.” - Bidhan “Bobby” Parmar Resources Mentioned:  Stakeholder Theory Fishing with Dynamite Documentary You can learn more about Bobby on https://www.darden.virginia.edu/faculty-research/directory/bidhan-l-parmar and connect with his content on YouTube. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter what, you are the product of the sum of your decisions. Here to talk about making those decisions, we are welcoming back one of the first guests I’ve ever had on the show, Robert McCleland, PhD. Rob is a coach, speaker, and teacher who is a John Maxwell certified leader. He is the Owner of Upward Leadership--a consulting and training company. As a past President of John Maxwell Leadership Foundation he has sat in the big chair in Higher Education, Medical Foundations, and multinational groups. He has a simple goal: build hard working, healthy, and fun organizations where people love to serve and give their best. He is known for his unrelenting commitment to clarifying purpose, empowering employees, and acknowledging contributions. Let’s jump right in and learn what can happen when you make the hard decisions and the right ones, from Rob’s incredible story. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 08:37] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Dr. Robert McClelandPart of my Mastermind and podcasting story Rob talks a bit about his family life Rough childhoodTaken in by a neighbor Paid to go to college How far is too far to help someone Most people love enablement People want the chance but don’t want the workOvercomers want to put in the workExcuses are the sign to pull back Rob’s school life Sacramento State Realizing an ego Obsessed with popularity Exploring faith for the first time [08:38 - 19:52] You’re a Product of the Sum of Your DecisionsRob’s turn aroundJourney ‘Where would I have been if not for…’You are your decisions Who are your giants?Rob shares about meeting his wife What drew him What Rob has learned in the process Putting in the work Cultivating your relationships Humble yourself and get what you needRob talks about his growth process into leadershipBecame a Youth Pastor Moved towards executive work Began leading organizations and became a CEODeciding to get a Masters Received sponsorship The value of pure leadership Interned with a mentor Received a Phd [19:53 - 30:56] Building Your Leadership Rob talks about researching daily Always finding an opportunity to learn Rob shares a resources and routine to learn daily Link below Starting in the morning/quiet time Morning Brew Wall Street Journal Getting into the John Maxwell LeadershipBegan working for one of his organizationsThe issues internally Trying to get the materials to trainInterviewed by John Maxwell Began running two of his companies My conversation with Rob in the past that impacted me[30:57 - 43:09] Closing SegmentWho you or What you know? It’s who you know, but to get to them it’s about what you knowThey need to trust you How Rob builds trust while networking Give a short answer then ask them about themselves Example from a story Vulnerability is keyThe RaNdoM RoUndRemember to upload and tag us on instagram!Final words Tweetable Quotes: “You are, right now, a product of the decisions that you’ve made; Some of them good, some of them bad.” - Robert McCleland“Who’s going to love someone enough to say something, and build the right kind of team for the organization not just for me. You’re going to win if you can get that.” - Robert McCleland“Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King, a couple of guys like that, they weren’t even liked by a lot of people but they rose up in their moment in time and they won the world. That’s the type of person I want to be.” - Rob McClelandResources Mentioned: Harvard Business ReviewMorning Brew NewsletterEQUIPLearning LeadershipLeader Tribe PodcastYou can connect with Rob on LinkedIn and Twitter or email rob@leadertribe.com. Be sure to visit https://www.leadertribe.com to learn more about his space. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How do you scale your podcast to make it profitable? Today we’re going to really hone in and focus on the topic of building your podcasts and what goes into making it great. Welcome to our Build Your Network breakdown. With so many podcasts out there today, we need to talk about the wins that can set you apart, the missteps that can pull you out of the race entirely, and the opportunity to learn directly from us at podcastprofitcourse.com. So let’s get started with the conversation and ultimately learn what it means to be a blue ocean podcaster and how anyone can jump at the opportunity to be one.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 03:00] Opening Segment  Welcome to BYN Breakdown  Focussing in on the topic  Travis’ biggest pet peeve Blowing money on equipment  [03:01 - 06:20] Podcasting Pet Peeves I talk about not niching down  You are not another podcaster; you’re you  Know your audience  Examples of success  You won’t gain an audience just talking to yourself The crowded business space  Top 5 crowded topic  Use your clout to transition to a niche  [06:21 - 11:03] Find Your Blue Ocean What is the Blue Ocean Strategy? Shark metaphor  No more meat on the bone  Finding your blue ocean  What are you good at  My example  You don’t need to be the expert  Blue Ocean over niche  Sometimes you want to niche up, not down  Don’t worry about the people who don’t resonate  Attractive to sponsors  Who is your ‘one person?’  Specific over generic  [11:04 - 12:14] Closing Segment Our free training What kind of podcaster are you  How do you present the message  Check out the course to learn more Free web class you can register for  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Why would I try to compete with those guys when I can just carve my own niche? And that’s kinda what we’re talking about in this episode; niching down and finding what your Blue Ocean is…” - Travis Chappell  Resources Mentioned:  Blue Ocean Strategy Blue Ocean Strategy Book Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Go to https://www.podcastprofitcourse.com/register and register for the online course that will teach you how to make your podcast profitable.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan Krueger, founder of LionsGate Advisors, Jason Hartman, founder of Platinum Properties Investor Network, Inc. and Daniel Blue, President of Quest Education, share their tips for financial success. Key Takeaways: You have to confront your negative worldview toward money. Money is neutral. How you use it determines whether it is good or bad. The media focuses on cyclical markets, but most of the world is a linear real estate market. You must duplicate yourself to continue growing. Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements: https://travischappell.com/ Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone has a gift to offer the world, Valorie Burton, learned that she could do this through writing. Valorie is the Founder and CEO of CaPP Institute, an online institute that equips established and aspiring coaches with the educational and foundational tools to become exceptional in their field. She is also a wife, parent, entrepreneur, author of thirteen titles, speaker and life coach dedicated to helping people get unstuck and be unstoppable in every area of life. She believes that life is all about living with purpose and learning from your mistakes rather than letting them set you back. Let’s jump right into the episode and learn from Valorie how to live with purpose, do what you love, and do it guilt free. Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 08:19] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Valorie BurtonActivities and SuccessValorie gives us a bit of background on her storyMoved from Germany to AmericaAlways loved reading and writing Family influence Always had an entrepreneurial spirit School and college life Love for languages and communication Started a PR firm in Dallas Currently in Atlanta Pros and cons of places Valorie lived Air Force Base in the Gulf of Mexico Colorado lifestyle vs Cali Lessons learned in Georgia Dallas [08:20 - 12:37] Venturing into Entrepreneurship with Purpose Valorie talks about her transition into becoming and entrepreneurFollowing your passion A feeling of being called to writing The compelling forceLoving what you doLiving with purpose Valorie talks about leaving her firm Making the leap [12:38 - 22:45] Dedication from the Beginning Valorie talks about the process of starting to write books Tried first at the age of 22 The advantage of PR experience Meeting an editor at a book give away Valorie’s advice for getting into writing Resources Valorie talks about her most dear bookSuccessful Women Think Differently How successful make decisionsHappiness and resilienceProud of Let Go of the Guilt Putting lessons and experiences in a book Documenting the journey The growth process leading up to this book [22:46 - 31:47] Closing SegmentWho you or What you know? Depends on the goal Marketing and sales is who you know You still need to have the know how Who you know can help with exposure Important relationships that made you what you are today?Valorie’s story while hosting a tv showPassing along her book Don’t blow anything off About Let Go of the Book Stop beating yourself up and take back your joy Women’s battle with guilt Help people overcome this trend Links below The RaNdoM RoUndRemember to upload and tag us on instagram!Final words Tweetable Quotes: “There’s beauty in every place you go, you can find it.” - Valorie Burton “I wanted to love what I do, and I believe we are all here for a reason. I believe we all have gifts and experiences that are meant to make the world better in some way, even if that way is small.” - Valorie Burton “We tend to think that people are successful based on the steps that they took, but it’s really deeper than that: It is what they say to themselves, what they think in the face of challenges.” - Valorie BurtonResources Mentioned: Sell Your Book Like Wildfire Successful Women Think DifferentlyLet Go of the GuiltLearned OptimismYou can connect with Valorie on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Visit https://valorieburton.com to learn even more and get a copy of her book. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Creating a network is more than just who you know, but who you connect to who. Our guest today,Tom Kulzer, is a master at cultivating relationships. Tom founded the award winning https://www.aweber.com (AWeber Communications) to help small businesses around the world better communicate and build relationships with customers and prospects using permission based email marketing. Tom's focus is strategic planning, market strategy, business development, and team building, and believes in creating a unique workplace lifestyle with a culture driven by core values all while in pursuit of growing millions of small businesses around the world. I can’t wait to dive right in and learn how Tom brought his business from zero to one million SaaS subscribers by connecting people and generating relationships.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 08:53] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Tom Kulzer Activities and Success Announcements  https://travischappell.typeform.com/to/kmf5p4 (travischapel.com/makemypodcast) Tom gives some background on his story Always doing odd jobs  Parents owned a garment factory  Entrepreneurship taught or caught? Tom’s examples  Family business dynamic Factors that go into it  Tom talks about growing up learning entrepreneurship Growing up around small businesses Used to working all kind of jobs  Started a software company  Developed AWeber over time  [08:54 - 16:44] The Benefits and Struggles of Software  Tom talks about the value of his hard work  Building up over time  Evolving over the years Benefits and struggles of building a software company  A constantly evolving market  Increased competition  Engineering capacity used on stopping abuse  Recurring and predictable  Customer solutions operations Pitfalls of software  The things you don’t see  Examples  [16:45 - 18:28] Do What You’re Passionate About Tom talks about the beginning of his hiring period  First hire in customer solutions  Loving what you do  Work doesn’t feel like work  [18:29 - 28:24] Closing Segment Who you or What you know?  What you know can open the doors to who you know  Being the resource for others  What then who Important relationships that made you what you are today? Tom’s friend that pushed him  Relationship started from a newsletter  Tom’s advice to his mentees  Leadership strategies to build better relationships with customers and employees  Be yourself  Cultivate a genuine culture  The RaNdoM RoUnd Remember to upload and tag us on instagram! Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “At the end of the day software is something where… it’s a recurring base, so it’s very predictable, it’s very measurable in many ways. It has a lot of upsides, and it definitely can scale…” - Tom Kulzer “I don’t look at work as necessarily work… Do something that you’re passionate about.” - Tom Kulzer “The ‘who you know’ is for other people; being beneficial to them and connecting them to other people and helping them out with whatever struggle that they have.” - Tom Kulzer Resources Mentioned:  https://www.omnigroup.com/omnifocus/ (Omnifocus) You can connect with Tom on https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomkulzer/ (LinkedIn), and https://twitter.com/tkulzer (Twitter). Visit https://go.tomkulzer.com/home to learn more about his space.  Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.  Jump on over to https://travischappell.typeform.com/to/kmf5p4 (travischapel.com/makemypodcast) and let my team make you your very own show! If you want to learn how toAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travis Chappell and his producer, Eric, share their takeaways from participating in Andy Frisella's https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info (75 Hard Challenge). Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Lugavere, a filmmaker, health & science journalist, and NY Times bestselling author of Genius Foods, Jack Canfield, the author of the Success Principles and co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul Series, and Jay Papasan, Vice President, and Executive Editor at Keller Williams Realty, co-author of the Millionaire Real Estate Agent, The Millionaire Real Estate Investor, and The One Thing. Key Takeaways: Networking and building friendships are the same activity. Surrounded yourself with gurus of positive belief. Stay focused. Tweetable Quotes: “I knew that I had to invest energy into Instagram. And when it came to figuring out what strategy was going to work, I basically tried everything. I was not afraid to experiment and to fail and to have a post now and then that had no engagement.” –Max Lugavere We know too much now for people to be suffering. – Jack Canfield Habit stacking seems to be the ultimate superpower. – Jay Papasan Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The world’s most recognized business coach for women entrepreneurs, Ali Brown, is known as the host of the acclaimed Glambition® Radio podcast, and founder of https://jointhetrust.org (The Trust): the new, private network for $1M+ women entrepreneurs. Her coaching and consulting enterprise has ranked within the Inc. 500 list of fastest growing private companies in the nation. She has been named one of Forbes’ Women to Watch, is one of EY’s Winning Women Entrepreneurs, and was featured on the ABC hit primetime show "Secret Millionaire”. Ali specializes helping women entrepreneurs who are making or on track for 7-8 figures strategize and realize their next level of leadership and revenues.  Without further ado, let’s jump right into the episode and learn strategies on how to grow your business fast! Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 07:35] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Ali Brown Activities and Success Announcements  https://travischappell.typeform.com/to/kmf5p4 (travischapel.com/makemypodcast) Ali gives us some background on her story  Restless child  Driven by dissatisfaction  8 jobs in 6 years Loved copywriting  Quit to pursue freelancing  Learning networking  Creating products for what people wanted  This years actions   The Trust [07:36 - 13:33] What’s the Next Chapter The early days creating online content  Lack of saturation at the time  One of the first women in the industry  Ali talks about shifting her networking  Unaware of the other people bringing competition  Time for a new network  Seeking out recognition based on prior credibility  Ali gives advice about making a pivot  In this day and age it can happen fast Who you are becoming in the process I wouldn’t change a thing  [13:34 - 23:40] Creating a Network  Who you know or What you know? It depends on your area on the ladder of success  Even unqualified people become successful because of who they know Ali gives advice around your circle  Sometimes it takes changing around  Not cutting out, but adding  How women differ in networking Tendency to network laterally  Seek out higher levels  How people can be more strategic  Know who it is you want to work with  Simple as seeking out and having a conversation  They are more reachable than you think  Ali’s strategy  The value of podcasting  Opening up doors  Business development [23:41 - 27:25] Grow Fast Strategies Ali gives strategies to grow your business fast Look for ways to work closely with people  Ways to spend time with clients  Right place, right time  Ali’s Inc 500 How Ali Grew  Coaching small groups then mass  Live stream launches  Always ahead of the curve Innovation tipping point [27:26 - 33:41] Closing Segment Timing, luck, and dedication Engineering luck  Love what you’re doing  The RaNdoM RoUnd Remember to upload and tag us on instagram! Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “I believe it’s impossible to gain a perspective until you’re truly there.” - Ali Brown “I think the biggest mistake you can make if you’re looking for growth, is looking at what everyone else in your industry is doing.” - Ali Brown Resources Mentioned:  https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Freelance-Writer-Make-Year/dp/0805078037 (Secrets of a Freelance Writer) https://jointhetrust.org (Join The Trust) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/glambition-radio-with-ali-brown/id799805829 (Glambition® Radio Podcast) https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=the+big+leap&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&safe=active (The Big Leap) You can connect with Ali on https://www.linkedin.com/in/alibrownla/ (LinkedIn), https://www.facebook.com/alibrownfan/ (Facebook),...Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I have the pleasure of interviewing the king of online content, Ross Winn. Ross is the founder of https://www.podcastinsights.com/ (Podcasts Insights), the largest podcast education website with over 1M page views per month. When he’s not hosting his show, Podcasting Simplified, he also helps run an equine-therapy non-profit that serves first responders and veterans.  I’m excited to dive right in and grab some awesome nuggets from Ross all around building a winning blog or any asset platform.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:03] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Ross Winn Founder of Podcast Insights  Non-profit  Host of Podcasting Simplified Announcements  Ross gives us some background  Became an entrepreneur even during high school  Went to school for Business Marketing Taking over SEO and Email Marketing for a nation-wide franchise [04:04 - 11:00] Blogging for the Win Ross gives advice to people trying to find their path  Be willing to work for free to build experience and credibility  Learning over Earning  How Ross transitioned from working for a company to working for himself  Started with a Mastermind for Business Owners  Pushed to create a podcast critiquing ads  Became a podcast about making podcasts Already had the base with the blog when he was laid off Ross talks about making his blog a long term project Blessing in disguise  [11:01 - 17:45] The Best Practices of a Successful Blog  Ross shares about resources and ideas for blog posts  Using Ahrefs  Shooting for over 1,000 words  Cover the topic completely  The factors in blogs that perform well  Adding synonyms and keywords  Looking at competing articles  Ross talks about promotional materials  Other best tools and practices  Growing your email list  Aligning opt-ins to the category  Ross’s insights on written content  Thoughts on release schedule  [17:46 - 23:15] Closing Segment Who you know or What you know?  A little bit of both  Learn then connect  Where have your relationships led you today? Example of getting tickets traffic and conversion  How can we support you?  Links below  The RaNdoM RoUnd Alternative profession?  An hour with anyone?  How do you consume content? Favorite podcast?  Morning routine?  Something you’re not good at? Go to pump up song?  How can we connect with you? Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “You might not want to do this for a long time, but just be willing to do work for free to get those first clients and get testimonials from people to show that you do good work.” - Ross Winn  “To get started I think it was more about what I knew and could research, but as I grew I really think that who I knew and the relationships I made were really what took me to the next level.” - Ross Winn  Resources Mentioned:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-simplified/id1337151390 (Podcasting Simplified) https://ahrefs.com/ (Ahrefs SEO Tool) https://www.buzzsprout.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwlvT8BRDeARIsAACRFiU5xCkFACjjqNWYiYzMnsAHRYyBt0wV46ZhyOMHqm_9aK2rFd5FhM8aAlVVEALw_wcB (Buzzsprout ) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-authority-hacker-podcast/id1073349789 (The Authority Hacker ) You can connect with Ross on https://twitter.com/paidinsights?lang=en (Twitter) or email ross@paidinsights.com. Visit https://www.podcastinsights.com/ (www.podcastinsights.com/) to learn more about how to grow and monetize your platform. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world class people.  Jump on overAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric and Travis discuss the importance of building a well-rounded network. Key Takeaways: Make sure to network up in order to level up. Collaborate with those who are on your level. Turn around and help those coming up behind you. Put yourself in situations far beyond you to find mentors who are more free to help you. Tweetable Quotes: Your network is your net worth. Be with people who raise your average. Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joost Janssen, former Navy Seal, Aaron Hale, 14-year military veteran and founder a chocolate business, E.O.D, and Eric Kapitulik, founder of The Program share stories, takeaways, and life lessons from their time in the military. On this episode: Joost gives an intimate look at the Navy Seal training process. Aaron reflects on doing an IED check while on duty in Afghanistan, when a secondary device detonated and damaged his eyes beyond repair, entirely blinding him. Eric shares key life lessons learned from his time at the United States Naval Academy and the United States Marine Corps. Travis and Eric have an important dialogue about failure and the opportunity to reframe failure in a positive light. Key Takeaways: It’s not enough to not quit, you also have to function. You can find your purpose and direction through continually challenging yourself. Build a habit of courage. Tweetable Quotes: "In every situation, you either practice quitting or not quitting." Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s perseverance is tomorrow’s success. If ever there was an embodiment of this, it’s today’s guest Sean Cannell, CEO of https://www.thinkmedia.video (Think Media) and co-founder of https://videoinfluencers.net (Video Influencers). Sean has a passion for helping leaders build their influence and profits with YouTube and online video. He has been featured on Forbes “20 Must Watch YouTube Channels That Will Change Your Business,” Social Media Examiner and Success.com. Aside from having over a million subscribers on YouTube, he is a keynote speaker who has spoken to groups ranging from 50 to 2000+, and runs a 7-figure video education company.  I can’t wait to dive right in and learn more about Sean’s story of pushing through and finding success through connections and experiences you find along the way. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 14:35] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Sean Cannell Activities and Success In person interview! Announcements  https://guestio.com/ (Guestio.com) Sean gives us some background on his story  Sean’s early life  The rebel lifestyle  The entrepreneur spirit  Step son to an entrepreneur  Creativity and structure  Sean’s thoughts on schooling  Problem of the school system Discerning the unique wiring of your kids Lessons from early life Always do the hard thing first Buying his first car  The value of money and hard work Going through hard times  [14:36 - 26:22] The Wake Up Call Sean shares his time after junior highschool Finished out credits at community college  Worked at Red Robin  Realized the need for a different life Attending Bible college Back on track  The start of making videos  Started making videos for church  Self taught  Taking the first step  Just go some direction You know you don’t want to be where you are Sean shares his experience in college and church  Mismanaging money  Got on the radio as a campus job  Committed fully to the local church  The catalyst to today’s success  The value of volunteering  Honoring God with excellence  [26:23 - 41:34] It’s Time to Level Up; The Years to Success Transitioning away from that church Learned key leadership skills  Good and the bad  Wife’s health deteriorates First business Solo entrepreneur  Sean shares his experience while at the hospital  Hearing from Gary V Now is the time to cash in on your passion  Fighting for your family  Sean talks about his big pivot  Through relationships and connections Director of communications at a church in LV Learning other processes from professionals  First successful projects  Sean talks about his shift into entrepreneurship  The move to becoming a campus pastor  More leadership lessons  Feeling like Michael Jordan playing baseball Transitioned out and back to Vegas Building YouTube  Started losing freelance clients  Go all in; October 2015 [41:35 - 52:23] What Can Happen When You Stay on the Path Sean talks about his time scaling a team Building a team culture Learning team building and delegation  Meeting people through internships  The value of learning leadership in church  Having people help you scale by their strengths Sean shares his insights on pushing through  Documentary on his life  Sean’s projects Still on mission  Helping 1,000, 10,000, 1,000,000 people  Solving problems through video  Creating an online course  Investing in YouTube  Digital real estate  Sean shares his insights in the trajectory of online media  Not much change for the next 5 years  Viewership under lockdown has gone way up Keeping your courses current  It’s still a good investment [52:24 - 1:10:55] Closing Segment Who you know or What...Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At the end of the day, we are only responsible for ourselves and our internal experience. Today we’re looking inward with Tucker Max, Co-Founder of https://scribewriting.com/ (Scribe Writing), and author of I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell. Tucker’s life hadn’t always been easy. Going through many negative experiences, he left his destructive lifestyle behind and pursued his affinity for writing. Years of rejection after rejection from publishers, he broke through and has since been labeled best selling author of several titles. Today, Tucker is on a mission to unlock the wisdom of the world by helping executives and entrepreneurs turn their ideas and messages into books. Let’s dive right into Tucker’s wild story and learn about a better way to live.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 11:28] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Tucker Max What Tucker is known for  Tucker gives some background on his life growing up  Lived in Kentucky  A miserable time with a broken family  Good at school  Grew up playing basketball in Lexington  Able to fit into any group  Tucker’s time at a law firm  Emotionally disconnected  Just following the typical life structure  Fired after two weeks  Tucker talks about his time working for his dad About Tucker’s dad  Fired by his dad [11:29 - 17:35] There is an Audience  Tucker talks about finding his affinity for writing  Sent his content out to publishers Rejection on a personalized level  Started a blog on his own  Tucker’s first book  Written 2002 then came out 2006 Bottomed out at 900 copies then came back up Found an audience by being funny and current  Insights on writing something good The people who find value in it  Just putting in work isn’t good enough  Work to resonate with people  [17:36 - 36:07] There Has to Be a Better Way Tucker shares about his life post first book release A movie made from his life  Wrote three more books  Wildly successful having everything you could ever need Still not happy  Getting into personal development  Tucker shares his time in psychotherapy  The overwhelming nature of meditation  Changing the game  Processing the trauma  Finding happiness by dealing with the trauma  Tucker’s life now  Father and husband  Secure attachments  The effect of keeping in your emotions  Your body doesn’t forget the fight or flight  The animal analogy  The problem of religion  Internalized experienced versus the externalized  [36:08 - 50:01] Closing Segment Who you know or What you know? The what doesn’t matter, just the who  Tucker’s definition of success  The internal and external Advice for people having trouble with relationships We are a bunch of traumatized monkeys  Get off the ship  Ask how am I showing up?  How are you healing yourself?  Take full responsibility for yourself  You don’t have a relationship problem, you have a ‘you’ problem Don’t adopt a victimhood lifestyle What would you want to be your primary message? Getting rid of the virus of victimhood  Complete radical responsibility for yourself  Everything starts at home  The RanDoM ROuNd Resources and links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “There’s one definition of good: does this resonate with people? Do they get value from it? Do they want to engage with it? Do they want to share it?” - Tucker Max “Having a map of Manhattan doesn’t really tell you what Manhattan is like, you kinda gotta walk the island… Knowing what you feel and feeling what you feel are totally different things.” - Tucker Max “My definition of success is doing things that matter with the people I love.” - Tucker Max  “All growth and all healing starts with taking...Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Travis Chappell and his producer, Eric, discuss the reason Travis founded Guestio – a software that is changing the game when it comes to booking guests for your podcast, YouTube channel or other platform. Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tameka Montgomery, founder of the podcast, Raising Entrepreneurs, and CEO of Core Strategy Partners, Tomi Lahren, Fox News contributor and youngest political talk show host in history, and Phillip Stutts, Founder and CEO of two startup marketing companies, and author of Fire Them Now, The Seven Lies that Digital Marketers Sell, all share how to win big in the political conversation. Key Takeaways: Connections are key. Be unapologetic about your message. Everything you do is based on 3 R's – reputation, relationships, and referrals. Tweetable Quotes:  build authentic personal relationships so that they meet their customers for where they are not for what the company wants to talk about. – Phillip Stutts Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For those who are pursuing world-class caliber, today we’ll learn from my guest, Maurice Ashley, the Chess Grandmaster. This man lives his passion through his love for chess, and he not only made history as the first African-American Grandmaster in the annals of the game but he has managed to translate his love to others as a three-time national championship coach, author, ESPN commentator, iPhone app designer, puzzle inventor, and motivational speaker. Maurice has a wealth of experience from traveling the world as an ardent spokesperson of the many character-building effects of chess. Let’s tune in together and grab some powerful life insights from the Grandmaster himself. Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 08:09] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Maurice Ashley Maurice gives some background on his story Early childhood  Raised in Jamaica by his Grandmother  Free-time activities  Built a love for games  The transition from Jamaica to the US  Educational life [08:10 - 14:06] So Much More Than a Game  Maurice talks about his story of getting into chess Going into the chess club  Chess finds you  The brain for the game How chess sharpens other areas  It’s about making good decisions on every move  Getting inside the mind of the opponent  Patience and diligence  [14:07 - 25:24] Pursuing the Elements of World-Class; Insights from Chess  Maurice talks about pursuing world-class  Being a humble learner  Look at the best in your field  Don’t imitate, emulate  Willingness to fail  Improving at the plateau  Process over result  The goal to become a grandmaster  Maurice’s college experience  Becoming better than Brooklyn 15 years to get to that level  Maurice explains the tiers  The martial arts analogy  Top of the food chain  Beating the people with the title  Takeaways from Chess You can come in at every level  So many resources online  Having an opponent with real ideas  The person you speak to have ideas  Learn what others think  [25:25 - 33:04] Closing Segment The importance of embracing failure  Take the lessons and grow  How to make decisions in life? There is no system or sequence  Every situation has it’s own process  Look for the expectations as well as the rules  Think about the other person first  Stop and analyze  Who are people that inspire you?  Learning through books Tim Ferriss Jacky Robinson  Fredrick Douglass  Dr. King and Malcolm  Sports stars and business leaders  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “Chess finds you… it’s a little bit like a virus except it’s not looking necessarily for everybody who’s gonna get obsessed with it. There are certain people’s brains work a certain kind of way, and it goes, ‘ok, I got a Live One here!’” - Maurice Ashley “I think anyone who wants to be world-class, there are certain elements that have to be in their tool-kit. The biggest one is to be a humble learner.” - Maurice Ashley  “It’s much more important that you get inside the other person’s head, really parse out what they’re about every time we act…. It’s always we, not just me.” - Maurice Ashley  Resources Mentioned:  https://amzn.to/3kSq6Dp (Mastery) You can connect with Maurice on https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauriceashley/ (LinkedIn), https://twitter.com/MauriceAshley?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (Twitter), and https://www.instagram.com/mauriceashleychess/?hl=en (Instagram). Visit https://mauriceashley.com/ (https://mauriceashley.com/) to learn more about his space. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share...Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is on par with the likes of Mark Zuckerberg and Steve Jobs. I have the pleasure of interviewing Kara Goldin, Founder and CEO of https://www.drinkhint.com/ (Hint Inc). Kara is a disruptor, builder, thought leader, and a successful entrepreneur who has been named one of InStyle’s Badass 50, Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs, Fortune's Most Innovative Women in Food & Drink, and EY Entrepreneur of the Year for Northern California. She is an active speaker, author of the book titled Undaunted, and host of the podcast The Kara Goldin Show. Let’s jump in and learn from Kara’s story how to grow a huge business you actually care about.  Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 08:50] Opening Segment I introduce today’s guest, Kara Goldin Activities and Success Announcements  https://guestio.com/ (Guestio.com) Kara gives us some background on her story  Kara’s childhood  School life  Early job experience  Always curious and learning [08:51 - 16:55] Cultivating Curiosity  Kara talks about her sense of curiosity and how it played into her life  Always doing something in sports  Curiosity forces creativity  Able to look at the company as a whole and approach things differently  Breaking traditions  Kara talks about cultivating curiosity as a parent  The challenges  Kara’s story having a start-up with a child  Being an example as an entrepreneurial woman Bringing the kids into the conversation  Propelling them to do things way harder than you had to [16:56 - 30:17] Growing a Huge Business You Actually Care About Kara talks about setting out after high school  Parents caring about graduating from college  Got a job first with a magazine  Finding a job despite the negativity  Kara’s transition over to AOL Learning from watching Steve Jobs  Acquired by AOL  Running shopping on the site  Decided to leave and make a difference  Kara shares about building a business following her growing interest in health Lost 24 pounds, and cleared her skin by cutting out diet coke These days, it’s hard to get healthy with odds stacked against consumers Realized there was a hole in the market for healthy drinks  Now one of the largest health beverages in the country  Kara talks about her book Overcoming doubters and doubts  Champions have doubts too, but they get back up and try  An honest entrepreneur book [30:18 - 38:17] Closing Segment How relationships have impacted you? No way to build this company without a team  Thoughts on mentorship and coaching Invested in by John Legend Who you know or What you know? A bit of both  How you get information The RaNdoM RoUnd What profession would you love to try out? An hour with anyone about anything? How do you consume content?  Favorite Podcast? Morning routine  Go to pump up song  Something you’re not very good at? How to connect with you?  Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes:  “When you’re educating, and being educated, I think that you have a lot of fun doing it.” - Kara Goldin “When I hear there are no jobs out there, I think it’s a great time to actually get a job, raise money, whatever you think you can’t do… Figuring out a way can be challenging at times, but if there’s a will there’s a way.” - Kara Goldin “Who you know ultimately helps you think, and helps you get information.” - Kara Goldin Resources Mentioned:  Buy a copy of her book, Undaunted. Overcoming Doubts + Doubters, here: www.drinkhint.com/network You can connect with Kara on https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ (LinkedIn), https://twitter.com/karagoldin?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (Twitter), and https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/?hl=en (Instagram). Visit...Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we're sharing Travis' appearance on the incredible podcast, Finding Founders. Travis Chappell starts by describing to us just one of the many rules he was taught to abide by in the small, religious town of Lancaster. Growing up in a structured environment where your appearance, your music, your profession are monitored, it seemed that Travis was destined for a life of rigidity and conformity. However, Travis didn’t follow the path his community paved for him, he forged his own and became the host of Build Your Network and the founder of Guestio. And that entrepreneurial spirit was uncovered at a young age. As soon as Travis could walk, he was shadowing his father in the world of real estate... Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Blue, President of Quest Education, Brian Clayton, cofounder and CEO of GreenPal, Ravi Abuvala, founder of Scaling With System, share their secrets to building, funding, and scaling your start-up. Key Takeaways: You must be able to duplicate yourself. For most entrepreneurs, venture capital should be avoided. Make bets on yourself by investing financially into courses and masterminds. Tweetable Quotes: “You're not selling a product, you're selling yourself." – Daniel Blue Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Acho is an NFL player, writer, public speaker, and humanitarian. A linebacker for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he speaks widely at colleges, events, conferences, and churches, and also co hosted the podcast, Relevant Is Doing a Sports Podcast. The founder and president of Athletes for Justice, he is a vice president of the NFL players association and a graduate of the University of Texas and the Thunderbird School of Global Management. On this Episode: Sam explains how he hated football when he started playing at 12 years old, and how his parent’s immigrant background gave him the mindset of “don’t quit.” Sam tells Travis about his first mentor and the impact of believing in himself took him to the next level. Hear Sam talk about how mindset can differentiate you from others and level the playing field. Travis and Sam discuss what the reason was behind Sam becoming an author in the middle of his career. Sam shares a few tips from his book about how to know yourself and the opportunities he had as a result. Key Takeaways: Believe in yourself first. Slow down and unplug “Touch doorknobs” and have courage to try new things! Tweetable Quotes: “It seems like the people who do make it long term, and become the Tom Brady’s of the world, are the people who have trained their mind to believe first and then follow through with those actions.” - Travis “You are worth getting to know.” - Sam Acho Sam Acho: Find out more about his book, Let The World See You, at www.Samachobook.com Resources: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nik Wallenda is a seventh-generation member of the legendary Wallenda family. Known worldwide for his incredible feats upon the high wire and beyond, Nik is the holder of eleven Guinness World Records, among which are the highest four-level eight-person pyramid on the wire, the highest and longest bicycle ride on a wire, and hanging from a helicopter by his teeth. Nik’s career began at the age of two, as he learned to walk the wire while holding his mother’s hand, leading from there to record-breaking performances across the United States and around the world. In 2012, Nik fulfilled his lifelong dream to become the only person to walk directly over the precipice of Niagara Falls, which was broadcast live by ABC. In 2013, he became the first person to walk a wire across the Grand Canyon, an epic event aired live by the Discovery Channel in 178 countries, breaking network rating and social media records in the process. The next Discovery special took place in Chicago, where he walked blindfolded between two skyscrapers in November of 2014. In June of 2019, accompanied by his sister Lijana Wallenda, Nik took it to yet another level, becoming the first person to walk over New York City’s Times Square, an event that was carried live on ABC. Nik’s motto is “never give up”, and he carries this positive message with him in every walk with the purpose of “inspiring people around the world to follow their dreams.”  On this Episode: Nik gives a historical background to his family line and their life in acrobatic high wire acts. Nik shares the blessing and the curse of the pressures that come with a family legacy like his. Travis and Nik discuss the true passion Nik had for performing and how he faced the challenges of going 10 steps forward and 13 steps back. Hear Nik talk about his decision making process and why he enjoys the challenge of “impossible.” Nik talks about the importance of the relationships that have helped his family’s career. Key Takeaways: Your performance should not be about impressing people but rather inspiring people. We are in control of where we allow our mind to go- pluck the seeds of fear! Use negative moments in life to learn and deliver positive messages to others. Tweetable Quotes: “Life is on the wire, and everything else is just waiting.” Nik’s great-grandfather “There is something that clicks in me when someone says ‘It’s impossible’ or ‘It can’t be done’ there is something in my mind that goes ok that’s what I am doing next!” - Nik “I take something negative and counter it with something positive...I have learned that you have to practice it always!” - Nik Nik Wallenda: Order his book, Facing Fear, on his website: http://www.nikwallenda.com (www.nikwallenda.com) You can also connect with Nik there and stay up to date with all of his future events! Resources: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Eric and Travis reflect on some of the biggest mistakes they've made during their podcasting journey. Key Takeaways: Travis Chappell and his producer, Eric Skwarczynski, answer listener questions. Episode Highlights: What is the best resource for finding a mastermind? Should you wait to reach out to big names for your show? 3 Key Points: Surround yourself with thought leaders in your space that you want to emulate. Make sure the mastermind you join will give you the results you need, not just because you want to join the mastermind. If you book a big guest in the early days of your show – schedule far out so you can get some more interviews under your belt. Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Book high level guests for your podcast at guestio.com Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Reid, Award Winning Author, Keynote Speaker, and Film Producer, Yahya Bakkar, a speaker who has been paid to speak on over 500 stages, and Jordan Harbinger, host of the Jordan Harbinger Show share their tips for learning. Key Takeaways: You don't have to be an expert to get started. Get paid to practice. Every minute you get from your listener is learned. Tweetable Quotes: “Pressure creates diamonds." "Every master was once a disaster." "It's not about the guest, it's what the guest can teach the listener." Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joshua Earp is a world renowned entrepreneur, investor, mentalist, musician, search engine optimization specialist and actor that has been featured on ABC, FOX CBS, NBC, Netflix, Hulu, FX and Showtime. He has spoken at the world's top business events according to Forbes, Entrepreneur and INC 500 where he has shared the stage with Edward Snowden, Steve Wozniak, Halle Berry, John Travolta along with countless other business and entertainment industry icons. Joshua has written songs and samples for the producers of Justin Timberlake, Drake, Bruno Mars, Kanye West, Jay Z just to name a few in addition to his team being credited for the marketing and publicity of the 15-time Emmy award winning show “The Bay”. On this Episode:  Hear Joshua tell about his decision to start playing guitar at 8 years old and how that evolved into his focus and passion in mentalism and marketing. Joshua explains the connection between understanding psychological and mental principles and marketing. Travis and Joshua talk about the relationships that helped Joshua capitalize on his knowledge. Joshua discusses the importance of getting in the room with the right people and doing something about it once you're there to find success. Key Takaways: Before you can excel in marketing, you need to understand the market. Before you can teach, participate and network at events. Become the right person, and you will attract the right people.  Tweetable Quote: “We are all unique... We were born an original and we don’t want to die a copy.” - Joshua Earp “Instead of going out looking for the right person, it’s more about becoming the right person.” - Joshua Earp Joshua Earp: Connect with Joshua on Instagram @joshua.earp Resources: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Casey Adams is an 20 year old Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, and Public Speaker who has been able to turn his negative situation into a positive outcome. After almost becoming paralyzed during a football injury, Casey was able to start his journey by looking at ways to leverage social media & build a personal brand. Casey runs a top 50 business podcast known as the “Rise of The Young” podcast, and has interviewed some of the worlds most successful entrepreneurs. Casey has spoken on stage all over the world on the power of building a personal brand on social media, and has been recognized by some of the largest business publications in the world. On this Episode: Casey talks about how sports played a huge role in learning leadership, teamwork, and hard work! Casey tells how being the youngest of three helped him learn how to be quicker in his thinking because he was always playing catch up. Travis asks Casey to share about his serious injury in high school that left him nearly paralyzed and how that changed the trajectory of his entire life. Casey explains how he became obsessed with building a personal brand using what he had and his story with the resources that were available to him. Casey emphasizes the importance of networking and live events in creating culture. Casey and Travis talk about the stories of Casey’s career and how he was able to build relationships as a result of his podcast. Key Takeaways:  Expect the unexpected. Accept the opportunities that come your way even if they are uncomfortable.  Show up and be committed.  Tweetable Quotes: "This is why I think content creation is so cool because you don’t have to be the expert." - Travis "It’s not about who you know but who knows you." - Casey Casey Adams: Connect with Casey on Instagram @casey Check out his show: Rise of the Young Resources: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Eric and Travis reflect on some of the biggest mistakes they've made during their podcasting journey. Key Takeaways: Don't over leverage yourself. Focus on content and a production method that is sustainable. Don't be broad with your message. NICHE DOWN. If you treat podcasting like a hobby, it will pay you like a hobby. Take action now. The sooner you act, the sooner you will see success. Don't forget to hit the record button. Learn the four things people neglect when they are trying to build a successful podcast by visiting podcastprofitcourse.com Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Book high level guests for your podcast at guestio.com Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( )https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/makemypodcast (travischappell.com/makemypodcast) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Markel, host of the Conscious Pivot Podcast, John Maxwell, NYT bestselling author and speaker, and Tomi Lahren, Fox News Contributor and the youngest political talk show host in history, share how important it is to be flexible and able to pivot quickly in life and business. Key Takeaways: It's okay to say "no" to things. Leaders see more than others see, before others see. When you max out your potential in a certain position, find a new challenge. Tweetable Quotes: “Yesterday's home runs won't win today's game." – Babe Ruth Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joel Manby is an author, speaker, and 25+year corporate CEO for companies such as Saab, Herschend Family Entertainment and Sea World. During his tenure, Joel focused on implementing leadership principles guided by love. As a result, Joel has written ‘Love Works’, which is founded on 7 timeless principles of agape love; these principles can be applied to every organization. On this Episode: Joel talks about how growing up in a poor household drove him to make his decisions based on money rather than his original passion. Joel tells Travis about his first business venture in the auto industry, and how even in a complex business they could carve out a niche. Joel discusses how his relationship with his boss and his hard work ethic opened up a big opportunity at a young age at Saab. After several years in the auto industry, Joel talks about the transition into the entertainment and theme park industry and why that took place. Joel explains the change and shift in his leadership style through his change in industries. Joel and Travis talk about the book and the 7 principles of agape love. Key Takeaways: Focus first on what you are really passionate about. When you lead with love, it’s how you treat people- not how you feel about them.  Learn to delegate well. Tweetable Quotes: “We were the first company truly to focus on how people were treated in the car buying experience... That one little twist made Saturn stand out in an incredibly crowded marketplace.” - Joel  “To have the best, highly productive culture in any company, you should not only focus on the ‘do’ goals but the ‘be’ goals.” - Joel Joel Manby: Find his book, Love Works, on Amazon and at his website: https://joelmanby.com (joelmanby.com) You can also check out his blog and other resources there as well! Resources Mentioned: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachael Robertson spent 12 months in the Antarctic, where she led the 58th Australian National Antarctic Research Expedition to Davis Station. She was the second female, (and one of the youngest) to ever lead a team at the Station. She managed a team of 18 people through the long, dark, Antarctic winter and built a resilient and highly successful team based on the foundation that ‘respect trumps harmony’. Since returning to Australia, Rachael has completed her MBA, is an international keynote speaker and has written 2 best-selling books: Leading on the Edge, based on Antarctica; and her latest book, Respect Trumps Harmony, was released in April 2020. On this Episode: Rachael tells of the defining moment in high school that opened her eyes to living life to the fullest. Rachael talks about how being the oldest influenced her leadership ability. Rachael tells Travis about college and why the opportunity in Antarctica caught her eye. Travis and Rachael talk about the process of decision making and the regrets Rachael faced in Antarctica. Rachael describes what the average day looked like in Antarctica in summer months versus the rest of the year. Rachael shares her advice on knowing yourself and keeping a journal. Rachael talks about the “no triangle” policy in Antarctica. Key Takeaways: Recruit for quality: resilience, empathy, and integrity. Have a system in place for making decisions. Learn how to reveal vulnerability even as a leader. When coming off a high in leadership or business, find a new way to challenge yourself. Tweetable Quotes: “There’s a lot of correlation between the amount of responsibility that you have and at what age you are in terms of where you end up and how quickly you get there.” - Travis “There’s not too many decisions that are forever. As long as you keep that front of mind, it gives you the courage then to have a go and make the bold decision because it’s not forever.” - Rachael “Practicing that type of radical honesty really is a learned skill.” - Travis Rachael Robertson: https://Rachaelrobertson.com (Rachaelrobertson.com) LinkedIn- Rachael Robertson Pick up a copy of her book, Respect Trumps Harmony at https://www.rachaelrobertson.com.au/author (https://www.rachaelrobertson.com.au/author) Resources: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website for more information on resources and announcements:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are so many people out there struggling to find guests – let alone a celebrity guest – for their podcast, youtube show, or blog. Many can't ever fathom having an A-lister sit across from them at a mic. The truth is, with a little bit of strategy and perseverance, you'd be surprised who you can book. Key Takeaways: Make a “Dream 100” list of guests. Be persistent with follow up without being annoying. Have a clear ask and don’t harbor bitterness if you’re rejected. Establish yourself as a peer. Try utilizing http://Guest.io (Guest.io). Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Book high level guests for your podcast at guestio.com Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( )https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/makemypodcast (travischappell.com/makemypodcast) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get parenting advice from the Clever Investor, Cody Sperber, television producer and author, Brant Pinvidic, and best-selling author and investor, Dean Graziosi. Key Takeaways: Have an environment of open dialogue with your children. Dig down and try to give 100% as a dad. Do it as if there is a $1,000,000 prize on the line. Create opportunities for your kids to fail. Tweetable Quotes: "You can't build a habit of half-assing things." – Travis Chappell "Average is chasing you down." – Brant Pinvidic Travis Chappell: Instagram: @travischappell https://travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Resources Mentioned: If you want to uncover who you really are as a brand and gain advantage that makes you exceptional in your industry, check out this special brand assessment just for BYN listeners: https://masterbrand.me/network (https://masterbrand.me/network) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rishon Blumberg is co-author of GAME CHANGER and co-founder of 10x Management, a talent agency for tech professionals that has rocketed to the forefront of the tech industry, carving out its place as a trusted and exclusive resource for companies seeking the best and most coveted freelance tech experts. Rishon is, first and foremost, an entrepreneur. It’s what he studied — graduating from the Wharton School of Business with a degree in entrepreneurial management in 1994. It’s what he’s lived and it’s what he loves. For more than 25 years, he’s harnessed that spirit to create and lead successful organizations based in tech, entertainment, and the nonprofit sphere— finding new solutions to long-standing and emerging challenges. Rishon has presented at TEDx, been published in the Harvard Business Review, and was featured on the cover of the Wharton Alumni of New York Magazine. On this Episode: Rishon talks about how his early childhood exposure to the music industry set up his entrepreneurial journey with his still business partner, Michael Solomon.  Rishon tells Travis how they kept running into the same problem with hiring tech professionals and why that turned into their business of a talent agency. Rishon and Travis talk about the hybrid aspect of his business and how it came about. Rishon tells Travis about his business partnership and the influence it has had on his life. Rishon discusses his new book, Game Changer: How to Be 10x in the Talent Economy. Key Takeaways: Evaluate your skill sets to see if they fit other tangent industries Seek guidance from others Match your IQ with your EQ (emotional intelligence) to truly connect! Tweetable Quotes: “Other people can very often see things in you that you don’t really know about yourself.” - Rishon “Who you know is not enough. It’s who you are and who you know.” - Rishon Rishon Blumberg: Take the 10x Quiz @ https://gamechangerthebook.com (gamechangerthebook.com) As well as find more info about the book, and find links to all of Rishon’s connections!  Resources: Follow along with me on Instagram- @travischappell Visit my website:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group to find community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From a young age, Ryan was focused on one thing--sharpening his culinary repertoire. Training with some of the most legendary chefs, Ryan became a master at his trade with multicultural cuisine that speaks volumes among some of the most notable celebrities in the industry. From basic tips to insiders guide to being a celebrity private chef, Ryan's got it covered! Having cooked for some of the most notable names in the industry—Ashton Kutcher, Diddy, Ben Affleck, Will Smith, Common, Tyrese Gibson, Robert Smith, Xhibit, Mercedes-Benz, Lamborghini, Will McGinest, LA Philharmonic, and more—it’s no wonder why Chef Ryan Rondeno is shaking up the restaurant industry with his line of cookbooks, spices and rubs, and bringing elegant dishes, bold flavor, and simple technique to the home front.  On This Episode: Ryan talks about his teen years and his original college major in engineering. Ryan tells how cooking was always something he enjoyed doing and the moment he decided to make it what he wanted to do for his career. Ryan talked about the first step in his career and how working under experienced chefs was crucial to his learning. Travis and Ryan talk about what to do to differentiate yourself from others in your industry. Ryan shares his journey in the food industry and how he came to be a chef for private clients. Key Takeaways: Separate yourself from others in your industry- be different! Focus on the details that add value  Constantly add to your repertoire  Tweetable Quotes: “People complain about the environment they’re in and do absolutely zero things to get out of it.” - Travis Chappell “You are your best and worst influence.” - Ryan Rondeno Chef Ryan Rondeno: Website- www.rondenoculinarydesigns.com Instagram- @nolachef212 Facebook- @rondenoculinary Twitter- @chefryanrondeno Resources Mentioned: Instagram- @travischappell Website:https://travischappell.com/ ( https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're going to see true success in life, you're going to have to learn to connect with people who don't agree with you. On this BYN Breakdown, Travis and Eric discuss how to have conversations with people who disagree. Episode Highlights: Travis and Eric discuss how their religious background impacted their ability to hear other viewpoints. Learn why it’s so important to have empathy in conversations. Find out how to see from other perspectives. Discover the importance of not getting easily offended. Key Takeaways: Listen to hear, not to respond. You have to be empathetic in how you process information. Don’t let your emotions override facts. Have messy conversations without getting offended. Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( )https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/makemypodcast (travischappell.com/makemypodcast) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hear stories from Bhrett McCabe, sports psychology consultant to the University of Alabama athletic department, Darren Prince, Founder of Prince Marketing Group, and PJ Dixon, motivational speaker and international life, love, and relationship coach. Key Takeaways: Train under high pressure so you can handle the high pressure moments that will come in the real game. How you perceive life determines what you will get out of life. If you don't quit and live for your passion, others are drawn to you. Travis Chappell: Instagram: @travischappell https://travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Resources Mentioned: If you want to uncover who you really are as a brand and gain advantage that makes you exceptional in your industry, check out this special brand assessment just for BYN listeners: https://masterbrand.me/network (https://masterbrand.me/network) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ravi Abuvala is a law-school dropout and the founder of Scaling With Systems, a business accelerator that works to bootstrap and scale their clients’ businesses leveraging elimination, automation and fully-trained overseas assistants. In the past 14 months, he has scaled 2, 7-figure businesses with less than $1,000 of his own capital and 4 commission-based employees. To date he has worked with over 500 firms around the world and placed close to 600 fully-trained virtual assistants for his clients. He has been featured in Forbes and Fox News. On This Episode: Ravi talks about his childhood and the expectations of becoming a lawyer. Ravi tells how his father’s illness taught him discipline and helped him to see the fragility of life. Despite his family’s disapproval, Ravi talks about his pursuit of the entrepreneurial life. Ravi tells of his Amazon investment and how you have to keep re-investing in yourself. Travis and Ravi discuss the importance of networking to scale your business Key Takeaways: Be willing to network Invest in yourself Match the level of thinking to achieve your goals Tweetable Quotes: “If you are stuck in that mindset, then you will always be stuck at that level of thinking.”- Travis “Proximity is huge!”- Ravi Ravi Abuvala: Free course for online entrepreneurs: https://scalingwithsystems.com/gift (https://scalingwithsystems.com/gift) Resources Mentioned: Instagram- @travischappell Website:https://travischappell.com/ ( )https://travischappell.com (https://travischappell.com) Join the Facebook group: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travis Chappell and his producer, Eric Skwarczynski, answer listener questions. Episode Highlights: 3:50 – “Many see the silver lining in all that’s happened in the last 2 weeks from family time to how we do business. As a leader what do you see as the silver lining to all that’s being dealt with due to COVID19?" – JT Clough 10:30 – "What’s one mistake you see new podcasters make that frustrates you most often?" – Kevin Mills 16:45 – “What was your biggest fear when you started your podcast business? How did you overcome it?" – Kyle Stanley 20:35 – "When do other people's opinions matter? – Oscar Cazun 25:35 – "How do you know when to let go of a non-compliant direction? Meaning if you have a goal and you're in a specific route to the goal but it no longer can get you there or it is not the most efficient way to reach the goal but you don't want to let go of all the hard work you put into it so you keep pushing forward. When do you know it's time to let it go?" – Devin Weaver 3 Key Points: When starting a podcast, the #1 thing is content, everything else is secondary. Only take advice from people you would trade places with. The biggest mistake most entrepreneurs make is quitting a new direction too quickly. Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( )https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/makemypodcast (travischappell.com/makemypodcast) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn the keys to being a social media superstar with Jasmine Star, photographer, speaker and business strategist, JP Sears, Author of How to Be Ultra-Spiritual, and Trent Shelton, a former NFL wide receiver that is now considered one of the most impactful speakers of this generation. Key Takeaways: When you align your life with your purpose, there's nothing you can't do. It's not about what you want to do, it's about what you actually do. Consistency is the key to success. Travis Chappell: Instagram: @travischappell https://travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Resources Mentioned: If you want to uncover who you really are as a brand and gain advantage that makes you exceptional in your industry, check out this special brand assessment just for BYN listeners: https://masterbrand.me/network (https://masterbrand.me/network) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan is a serial entrepreneur having built several multi-million dollar technology companies starting at the age of 17. He's also an award-winning angel investor, having invested in companies like Intercom, Udemy, Hootsuite, Unbounce. Today he's an executive coach focused exclusively on B2B SaaS working with the founders from ClickFunnels.com, Proposify.com, Carrot.com, and many others to help scale their businesses. He splits his time between Canada (where he grew up), and San Diego with his wife Renee and two boys. On This Episode: Dan tells of his childhood and teenage years and how his struggle with addiction turned into an addiction to software. Dan talks about how every software build comes from his desire to solve his own problems Dan tells how he learned about the importance of marketing through personal reading and studying Dan tells the story of how two different relationships immensely affected his life Key Takeaways: Think big and plan for success 3 principles of business: Acquire knowledge for your network, Your network is your net worth, Be a good person! Do not be afraid to reinvent yourself Become the person who can deal Tweetable Quotes: “People just don’t plan for success”- Dan Martell "It’s 'Who you know' and I’ll tell you why- One person can compress a decade of advice into today. The 'What you know' is how you remain interesting to those people." - Dan Martell Dan Martell: Instagram- @danmartell Tiktok- @danvmartell Podcasts- SaaS Growth Stacking and Escape Velocity Resources Mentioned: Follow Travis on Instragram: @travischappell Visit Travis's website at: https://travischappell.com/ (https://travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travis Chappell and his producer, Eric Skwarczynski, answer listener questions. Episode Highlights: 1:34:00 – "Who has been your loudest cheerleader?" 4:25:00 – "Who has become an accidental mentor?" 7:20:00 – "Who has made you the most starstruck?" 3 Key Points: 1. Don't worry about podcast downloads. If you only get the relationships, it's worth every moment you put into the show. 2. It's important to learn how to manage reactions in real-time. 3. You have to control the way others see you. Resources: Visit Travis’ website at travischappell.com Join the Build Your Network Facebook group travischappell.com/group If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply at travischappell.com/makemypodcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jay Abraham, Founder and CEO of the Abraham Group, Inc., Jason Harris, CEO of the award-winning creative agency, Mekanism, and Phillip Stutts, political marketer share their marketing secrets. On This Episode: Jay shares the importance of breaking out of your comfort zone. Jason and Travis discuss collaborative culture versus competitive culture. Phillip explains the power of the "Chick-fil-A economy." Tweetable Quotes: "You can know some of the coolest people in the world, but if you don't add value then that's pretty worthless." – Jay Abraham "Competition sets up the mentality of winning by yourself." – Jason Harris "7 in 10 buyers in the B2B space watch a video sometime in the buying process, but if your video is crap, it doesn't matter." Travis Chappell: Instagram: @travischappell https://travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Resources Mentioned: If you want to uncover who you really are as a brand and gain advantage that makes you exceptional in your industry, check out this special brand assessment just for BYN listeners: https://masterbrand.me/network (https://masterbrand.me/network) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ross Andrew Paquette Chairman & CEO of Maropost North America's fastest growing Marketing Automation and Ecommerce provider as well as Maropost CARES our non-profit arm which focuses on corporate stewardship toward the protection, conservation, and education of global environmental issues. On this Episode: Learn about Ross’s background and the lessons he learned growing up in Ontario, Canada Even though college wasn’t really his thing, hear how he learned a valuable work ethic in the regular corporate jobs he held Hear how his journey in marketing went from $300,000 to $25 million in revenue in just 28 months! Ross explains how the value of delivering on his promise helped his business keep  customers long-term. Hear Ross and Travis discuss the show and tell approach in sales. Learn how he saw a large problem in the industry and built his business around being the solution Key Takeaways: Hard work has always been a key component Having your own principles and believing in them will help you to excel and strive forward Prioritize time to value in your business to see true success Tweetable Quotes: “You can be successful in sales even if you’re not the most talented salesperson. At some point, it’s just a numbers game.” - Travis Chappell “The key to a lot of our success is - People see the value very quickly, they sign up very quickly, and then we fulfill on that promise or vision quickly.” - Ross Paquette Ross Paquette: Instagram- @rossandrew Business- Maripost.com Travis Chappell: Instagram- @travischappell If you listened to this episode, take a screenshot, post it to your story and tag both of us! We’d love to say ‘What’s up!’ Website: https://travischappell.com (https://travischappell.com) Resources Mentioned: If you are a 6-7 figure entrepreneur who knows the benefit of podcasting but doesn’t know what direction to go, check out the link here to see if my team is the right fit to build it for you : https://travischappell.com/makemypodcast (https://travischappell.com/makemypodcast) Join the Build Your Network Facebook community: https://travischappell.com/group (https://travischappell.com/group)  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travis Chappell and his producer, Eric Skwarczynski, share how Facebook groups are a vital part of monetizing your podcast. 3 Key Points: Facebooks are a great way to connect with your audience. People don't join Facebook groups for content, they join for community. Numbers aren't inherently valuable. Focus on individual relationships. Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( )https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/makemypodcast (travischappell.com/makemypodcast) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vince Del Monte, fitness guru and founder of the 6 & 7 Figure Mastermind, Shaun T, the creator of T25, Insanity and Hip-Hop Abs, and Sam Bakhtiar, the brains behind The Camp Transformation Center all share incredible insights in regards to how to dominate the fitness space. On This Episode: Vince shares how he leveraged his unique story to see incredible success as a trainer. Shaun T shares how a setback became a major stepping stone. Sam explains the importance of taking your L's and starting fresh. Travis Chappell: Instagram: @travischappell https://travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Resources Mentioned: If you want to uncover who you really are as a brand and gain advantage that makes you exceptional in your industry, check out this special brand assessment just for BYN listeners: https://masterbrand.me/network (https://masterbrand.me/network) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jennifer Kem is a brand futurist, business strategist, and leadership mentor to women-founded companies. Her entire mission is to help them get seen, heard, and paid more based on their values. She’s the creator of the Master Brand Method: a framework to develop powerful brand archetypes that bring the same strategies from major brands like Oprah Winfrey Network, Steve Harvey, and Verizon to small businesses. Her brand and personal values are founded on Autonomy, Justice, Generosity, Leadership, and Legacy, and as a 2nd generation Filipino-American, she speaks out often about racial injustice and gender inequality. Jennifer built a multi-million dollar retail business at 32, only to lose it all in the recession two years later. She owns three million-dollar brand-building businesses and is the mother of three children. Jennifer empowers her audience with business tips on her Facebook and Instagram, and has been featured as a branding expert in Forbes, CNN and Entrepreneur. On this episode: Jennifer talks about her childhood growing up on a sugar plantation in Hawaii and attending a private Catholic school. She explains how her curiosity and interest in business led her to feel isolated and desiring something different. Jennifer and Travis discuss the importance of her mentors and the values they helped her learn. Jennifer describes her career and the path she took to get where she is now. She tells of the time when she was passed over for a promotion and it helped her realize that she was not truly living her values. 3 Key Takeaways: Try many things!- Be committed to finding clarity but not attached to the "how". Take the projects no one wants- It will challenge you and people will notice. As an entrepreneur, if you are not making 7 figures, the gap is in marketing! Jennifer Kem: Instagram: @jennifer.kem https://www.jenniferkem.com/ (https://www.jenniferkem.com) Travis Chappell: Instagram: @travischappell https://travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Resources Mentioned: If you want to uncover who you really are as a brand and gain advantage that makes you exceptional in your industry, check out this special brand assessment just for BYN listeners: https://masterbrand.me/network (https://masterbrand.me/network) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

https://www.evancarmichael.com/ (Evan Carmichael) is a media guru. He is the face of a YouTube channel that is watched by millions. He hosts a workshop in Toronto where he teaches 25-30 people in person how to create content. But how does he define himself? “Introvert.” Evan explained during https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LNv4K9xd8M (my recent interview) with him in Toronto. “I’m an introvert. I don’t do networking super well. I do it through what I know. For example, Youtube. I’ve helped a lot of the big names in the thought leadership space with their channels. The what I know created the leverage to create the who I know.” “The what I know created the leverage to create the who I know.”He went on to offer several steps for introverts to network successfully. I’ve broken them down for this article. Evan Carmichael’s Networking Strategies for Introverts  #1. SPEAK AT EVENTS“I speak at events. So, I speak and then people come and talk to me after. I’m not going up to them.” #2. WEAR BRANDED GEAR“Whenever I’m at an event, I always wear my branded gear. So, if it’s an entrepreneur event or youth event, people will recognize it. I’ve got ‘Evan Carmichael – Believe’ on the back [of my https://teespring.com/new-believe-hoodie (sweatshirt)] and then the airplane. So it’s like, ‘I’ve seen that somewhere.’ And then people come up and they say, ‘Are you that guy?’ And that creates a conversation.” #3. WEAR AN ITEM THAT DRAWS ATTENTION“If I didn’t [have branded gear], then I would try to have something that would bring attention to myself. People always ask me about my shoes – these Japanese wrap shoes. So doing something so that people will come to me instead of me reaching out. So whether you like cowboy hats or some crazy jersey or chains or whatever, wear something that creates conversation to make it easy for people to find you. “…wear something that creates conversation to make it easy for people to find you.”#4. BE IN THE CENTER OF THE ROOM“I always go to the middle of the busiest room and I don’t talk to anybody. I pull up my phone and I start doing Instagram video DMs, and what it does is it creates energy. So instead of being at the back of the room on the phone or in my room, I go to the middle of the room and I’ll just start doing Instagram video DMs.” “instead of being at the back of the room on the phone or in my room, I go to the middle of the room “Now, I get a lot of people DM-ing me, but maybe you don’t have a lot of people following. Maybe you have fifty. Awesome. Make a video message for all of your fifty. Say, ‘Hey Jim, thank you so much for following me. I really appreciate it.’ It raises your energy, people see it. As soon as I’m done doing one of the messages, invariably somebody’s going to come up and talk to me afterwards. That gives permission to create the conversation.” Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zvi Band, co-founder & CEO of Contactually, Murray Hidary, multi-disciplinary artist and tech pioneer, and Michael J. Coles founder of the Great American Cookie Company join Travis Chappell to reveal their secrets to building a business with an impressive exit. On This Episode: Zvi talks about how to develop a product that's packed with real value. Murray talks about the importance of passion and strong core beliefs. Michael Coles discusses how to build brand loyalty. Key Takeaways: Talk to people in your market about the problem you're trying to solve and make sure they understand it. Passion is inseparable from business success. If you build the right brand, your customers will be rooting for your success. Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mikaila Ulmer is a 15-year-old social entrepreneur, bee ambassador, educator and student.  The young CEO founded her Me & the Bees Lemonade business when she was just four years old, and over the past decade has sold over 1 million bottles across 1,500 stores in the U.S., including Whole Foods, Wegman’s, The Fresh Market and Macy’s Her appearance on CNBC-TV’s “Shark Tank” at age nine scored a $60,000 investment from Daymond John in 2015 and her business received $800,000 dollars as an investment made by a consortium of football players in 2017. She has established herself as a voice of guidance for others, appearing on “Good Morning America”, “Today Show,” “20/20”, “ABC World News Tonight,” CBS News, and  regularly speaking at entrepreneurial summits and even introducing former U.S. president Barack Obama at the United State of Women Summit after which he called her "an amazing young lady". She has also spoken on stage at Microsoft We Day, alongside CEO Satya Nadella, the Nexus Summit and the Dell Women’s Entrepreneur Network Summit. Mikaila was selected as one of Time magazine’s 2017 30 Most Influential Teens and for Ebony Magazine’s Ebony Power100 #Black Excellence. She has over 95,000 followers on social media. On this Episode: Mikaila talks about how getting stung by bees when she was 4 years old turned into her desire to help save them. Mikaila tells how she went from a lemonade stand that she would run a few times a year to being encouraged to bottle her product to sell in small local stores at the age of 8. Mikaila recounts the story of her Shark Tank experience and how overpreparation helped her be less nervous for her appearance on the show. Mikaila explains that even with the recognition of the show while it has been easier to get into stores, it still is not easy! It takes hard work. Key Takeaways: Learn from things that may scare you or cause you initial discomfort Be overly prepared to help calm your nerves Support Black owned businesses Mikaila Ulmer: Instagram: @mikailasbees Find her book "Bee Fearless: Dream Like a Kid" on her website meandthebees.com Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis' website at travischappell.com Join the Build Your Network Facebook group travischappell.com/group Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special BYN Breakdown, Eric & Travis reflect on Trent Shelton's incredible interview with Travis, and have a discussion about how to find your purpose. Key Takeaways: Take Imperfect Action Do work offline Your input becomes your output Accept your identity Network Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caleb Maddix, 16-year-old millionaire entrepreneur, author, and speaker; Mikaila Ulmer, Founder of Me & The Bees Lemonade, and Casey Adams, 18 year old Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, and Public Speaker share how their success journey began YOUNG. On This Episode: Caleb shares how he gained unstoppable confidence. Hear how Mikaila landed a partnership with Daymon John at 14. Casey Adams shares how he overcame his fears and didn't let negative circumstances hold him back. Key Takeaways: Do things that scare you. Pursue causes you're passionate about. Take time to say "thank you." Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Roach is known as THE BUSINESS CATALYST, helping business owners become game changers in their field and achieve million dollar + breakthroughs in their business. As a former Fortune 500 executive who built and led record-breaking teams in 17 locations around the US, Kelly's programs and consulting encompass billion dollar corporate strategies combined with the speed and agility of the most powerful online strategies of today. Kelly is a featured expert on ABC, NBC, Good Day, the CW, and in some of the world's leading publications such as Inc. and Forbes where she shares the principles of her best-selling books and top podcast, The Unstoppable Entrepreneur Show. Kelly is committed to ongoing philanthropic work to bring clean drinking water to those who do not have access and is the co-founder of Give Her Courage, a movement to instill courage and confidence in the girls of our future from the start. On This Episode: Kelly explains why she got dissatisfied with her $300K per year job in the corporate world at 29. Learn how Kelly became involved in sales. Discover the top 3 sales mistakes entrepreneurs make. Key Takeaways: Don’t make decisions out of desperation. Hire for DNA rather than skillset or resume. Don’t discount or discredit your past just because it’s not directly connected to what you’re doing today. Top 3 Sales Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make: Talking and not listening Failure to follow up. Not having a sales funnel Kelly Roach: http://KellyRoachCoaching.com (KellyRoachCoaching.com) instagram.com/kellyroachofficial https://www.facebook.com/groups/2080754075505322 (facebook.com/groups/2080754075505322) Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE BIGGEST MYTH surrounding podcasting is that there is no money to be made doing it. This is dead wrong. The reason most podcasters never make a dime from their podcast is that they are missing some of the SIMPLEST ways to actually monetize! In this short video, Travis and his producer break down just a few easy steps you can take to transform your podcast from something that COSTS you money into something that MAKES you money.  Key Takeaways: Sponsors may not be the best route for most podcasters to monetize. Consider finding affiliate deals that pay very high commissions. Patreon is a great option for certain content creators. For business-centric podcasts, sell a product of your own. Tweetable Quote: “You can’t communicate with a number, you have to turn that number into a person and see what their needs are.” Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Veteran television producer and author, Brant Pinvidic, the original "shark" on Shark Tank, Kevin Harrington, and Shaan Patel, the founder of Prep Expert share how to leverage the power of pitching. On This Episode: Learn how Brant landed a pitch with the owner of Wrestlemania. Kevin shares his experience becoming the 'first shark' on Shark Tank. Shaan shares how he got a lucrative deal on Shark Tank for his SAT prep company. Key Takeaways: Find something that differentiates you. Focus on deals that are going to be worth your time. Preparation is key. Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Angela E. Lauria is the founder of The Author Incubator™ and creator of the Difference Process™ for writing a book that matters. She is the author of the bestselling book The Difference: 10 Steps to Writing a Book that Matters and The Incubated Author: 10 Steps to Start a Movement with Your Message. On This Episode: Angela shares how she found her escape from an unhappy childhood at the library and how she wrote her first book at 13. Find out how music led Angela to be interested in activism. Hear how Angela got her first job as a research assistant in 1994, leading to 17-19 years as a freelance ghost-writer and marketer. Angela explains how she brought on several clients, worked every second she was awake, but still struggled to make good money. Key Takeaways: Create clarity about exactly what you do for people. Don’t make your buyer do the work. Your business model predetermines your outcome. You have to know your strengths to network effectively. Tweetable Quotes: “When you only eat when you earn and you only earn when you produce, you find out what works and what doesn’t very quickly.” Angela Lauria: http://TheAuthorIncubator.com (TheAuthorIncubator.com) Resources Mentioned: A Return to Love: https://amzn.to/30ZjBam (https://amzn.to/30ZjBam) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Akshay Nanavati, Author of Fearvana, Dean Karnazes, Ultra Marathoner, Author, and one of Time Magazine’s Top 100 most influential people in the world, and Aaron Hale, chef and 14-year military veteran share secrets to mastering your mind and body. On This Episode: Akshay shares when it’s time to throw in the towel. Hear the driving factor for Dean in pursuing Ultra Marathon running. Aaron Hale recounts how, while on an IED check in Afghanistan, a secondary device detonated and damaged his eyes beyond repair, entirely blinding him. Key Takeaways: Know when to quit. Your physical health plays a key role in how you approach life and how you pursue your goals. You can find your purpose and direction through continually challenging yourself. Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As Founder and CEO of The Abraham Group, Inc. (Los Angeles, California), Jay Abraham has spent his entire career solving complex problems and fixing underperforming businesses. He has significantly increased the bottom lines of over 10,000 clients in more than 1,000 industries, and over 7,200 sub industries, worldwide. Jay has dealt with virtually every type of business scenario and issue. He has studied, and solved, almost every type of business question, challenge and opportunity. On This Episode: Jay shares about his childhood Jay explains why he Is a poster child for adult ADD. Learn why Jay jumped to so many different industries so rapidly. Hear how Jay became incredibly successful in the newsletter business. Unlock the power of concentrated thinking. Key Takeaways: You have to educate yourself on a variety of industries and see how you can apply what you’ve learned to your current industry. Spend more time acting than sitting and thinking. What you know is important but you must know how to deploy it. Tweetable Quotes: “When you only eat when you earn and you only earn when you produce, you find out what works and what doesn’t very quickly.” Jay Abraham: https://my.captivate.fm/jayabraham.com (jayabraham.com) Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travis shares three lessons he's taken away from three years of podcasting! Key Takeaways: Be patient but also urgent. Don’t focus on the goal itself, focus on becoming the person that is capable of achieving the goal. Take imperfect action. Tweetable Quotes: “Success loves speed.” “In the absence of clarity, take action.” Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Houston Rockets owner, Tillman Fertita, Impact Theory founder and host, Tom Bilyeu, and Jeff Hofman, serial entrepreneur from Priceline.com all sit down with Travis Chappell to offer up billion dollar advice. On This Episode: Learn how Tillman Fertita became the world’s richest restaurateur and was able to buy the Houston Rockets. Tom Bilyeu destroys the wrong mindset many have around wealth. Jeff Hoffman shares the importance of giving back and the power of travel. Key Takeaways: You MUST be opportunistic. It’s better to have money than not, but it’s basically an amplifier of who you are. We become more tolerant of other people the more cultures we see. Tweetable Quotes: “You always take everything moment-to-moment and continue to set goals and be very opportunistic. I would say that the biggest thing about being an entrepreneur is being very opportunistic.” – Tilman Fertitta 'Travel is the fatal enemy of prejudice.' – Mark Twain Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Veach is the founder and lead pastor of ZOE Church in Los Angeles, California, a dynamic church with multiple locations throughout the city. In addition to leading ZOE, he is an international speaker; the author of three books, ​Faith Forward Future​, ​Unreasonable Hope, and Help! I Work with People​; and the host of ​Leadership Lean In​--a popular podcast specializing in organizational health, creativity, and leadership development. Chad and his wife, Julia, reside in Los Angeles with their four children, Georgia, Winston, Maverick, and Clive. On This Episode: Hear why Chad decided to follow in the footsteps of his father as a pastor. Chad shares whether or not he thinks college is useful. Learn the key to effectively communicating with others. Key Takeaways: Leadership is communication. Leadership is influence. Leadership is about giving away equity, responsibility, and authority. Tweetable Quotes: “Life is like a sponge. You’ve got to receive, and then you’ve got to give.” – Chad Veach “If you want to communicate, you can get by, but if you can learn skillful communication, you can work miracles.” – Chad Veach “You can’t do life well and do people wrong.” – Chad Veach Chad Veach: ZOEchurch.org Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a successful 19-year career in the clothing business, Michael Coles tested his entrepreneurial skills in 1977, when he co-founded Great American Cookie Company with an investment of only $8,000. Shortly after starting the company, he was involved in a near-fatal motorcycle accident and was told by doctors he would never walk again unaided. As Coles recovered through a self-designed rehabilitation program, he took the company from its first store in Perimeter Mall in Atlanta to hundreds of stores nationwide and, at the same time, set three coast-to-coast bicycling records. Michael Coles at Great American Cookie Company, 1994 When he started the Great American Cookie Company, there were three major cookie companies in business. One had almost 100 stores and the other two had 50 each. When he sold the company in 1998 with sales over $100 million, the Great American Cookie Company was the largest franchisor of cookie stores and the other three companies no longer existed. Coles announces run for the U.S. Senate, 1998 Coles’ commitment to community service led him to run for public office in 1996 as the democratic nominee for the House of Representatives in the Sixth District of Georgia, and in 1998 he won the democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, challenging Senator Paul Coverdell. Donna and Michael Coles when Michael opened NASDAQ in 2007 In 2003, Coles accepted the corporate reins of Caribou Coffee Company as chairman, CEO and president. Over the next five years, Coles more than doubled the size of the company, extending the brand reach domestically and abroad. In September 2005, he successfully took the company public on NASDAQ under the symbol CBOU. Coles went on to join others in founding Charter Bank & Trust and served as its chairman, taking the bank public and selling the publicly traded company to Synovus Bank. Coles is also the former chairman of Brand Holding Company and chairman of Brand Bank. Governor Roy Barnes, Michael Coles and the Georgia Film Commission celebrate the first-ever passing of Georgia's film tax credits with House Bill 610 Appointed by Governor Roy Barnes in 1999 to chair the Georgia Film, Video and Music Advisory Board, during his four years as chairman, Coles and his board successfully passed HB610, which was the first-ever tax incentive of its kind in Georgia. That bill allowed the film industry to begin a rebirth, going from $170 million in 1999 to over $1.5 billion in economic impact by 2003. Today, Georgia’s film industry generates over $9.5 billion. Michael J. Coles College of Business, Kennesaw State University Having contributed much of their time and resources to education, the arts, environment and philanthropic organizations, Coles and his wife, Donna were honored as the Georgia Philanthropists of the Year in 1995. Coles was appointed by Governor Roy Barnes in 2001 to serve on the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. In recognition of Coles’ success, leadership and benevolence, Kennesaw State University, under the authority granted by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, declared that the institution’s School of Business be named and known in perpetuity as the Michael J. Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University. In 1999, Michael received the Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters Degree from Kennesaw State University. Governor Roy Barnes; Tommy Holder, Chairman of the board of KSU foundation; Michael Coles; President of Kennesaw State University, Betty Siegel; celebrate ribbon cutting of first on-campus housing at Kennesaw State University, 2000 As Entrepreneur in Residence for the Coles MBA 2013 Spring Semester, Coles led a class entitled “Concept to Counter,” allowing students to grasp the concept of taking their creative thoughts and ideas to the marketplace. Coles received the National Women’s Political Caucus “Good Guy of the Year” Award for his work on behalf of women’s issues. He joined the ranks of...Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Angelique Rewers is CEO of The Corporate Agent, and the nation’s most trusted expert on winning corporate clients. Recognized as an Enterprising Woman of the Year, Angelique and her team have worked with leading Fortune 500 corporations, mentored entrepreneurs in 72+ countries worldwide, delivered over 2,000 seminars, and have been featured by leading media like Forbes, Inc., Huffington Post, The Washington Post, WSJ, CBS and many more. On This Episode: Angelique shares how being bullied in her middle school years impacted her development and shaped who she is today. Get bits of knowledge drawn from Angelique’s time dealing with the C-Suite Learn how to get more visibility as a small business owner. Key Takeaways: Don’t allow other’s opinions determine what you are or are not going to do. The market determines the worth of your endeavor. Most decision makers have no idea who you are, so you have to position what makes you unique. Tweetable Quotes: “Introductions are one of the best currencies when you’re dealing with corporate decision makers.” –  Angelique Rewers https://www.linkedin.com/in/angeliquerewers/ (linkedin.com/in/angeliquerewers) Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Podcast personality, Emmy award winner, Inc. 5000™ winner, best selling author, contributor to Forbes magazine, loving husband, father of three, serial entrepreneur, tv producer, featured in television & movies and more Josh Felber is the definition of a busy entrepreneur! On This Episode: Josh shares how he fell in love with entrepreneurship and technology around 14 years old. Learn when to drop an idea. Find out how Josh built his immense, valuable network. Key Takeaways: Put yourself in positions to learn from others. Don’t wait for an epiphany. Go do stuff. Podcasts are invaluable to growing your network and building relationships with your dream contacts. Tweetable Quotes: “If you are a content creator you should be a content consumer.” – Travis Chappell “If you want a different kind of results, you have to put in a different kind of work.” – Josh Felber Josh Felber http://joshfelber.com (joshfelber.com) Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By his 35th birthday MIKE MICHALOWICZ (pronounced mi-'kal-o-wits) had founded and sold two multi-million dollar companies. Confident that he had the formula to success, he became a small business angel investor… and proceeded to lose his entire fortune. Then he started all over again, driven to find better ways to grow healthy, strong companies. Mike has devoted his life to the research and delivery of innovative, impactful entrepreneurial strategies to you. Mike is the creator of Profit First, which is used by hundreds of thousands of companies across the globe to drive profit. He is the creator of Clockwork, a powerful method to make any business run on automatic. And his latest, arguably most impactful discovery, is Fix This Next. In Fix This Next, Mike details the strategy businesses can use to determine what to do, in what order, to ensure healthy, fast, permanent growth (and avoid debilitating distractions). Today, Mike leads two new multi-million-dollar ventures, as he tests his latest business research for his books. He is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal and business makeover specialist on MSNBC. Mike is a popular main stage keynote speaker on innovative entrepreneurial topics; and is the author of Fix This Next, Clockwork, Profit First, Surge, The Pumpkin Plan and The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur. Fabled author, Simon Sinek deemed Mike Michalowicz "…the top contender for the patron saint of entrepreneurs." On This Episode: Mike discusses how he developed the entrepreneurial itch. Learn the importance of delayed gratification. Mike explains why profit should be your priority. Key Takeaways: Take your profit first. Emotion trumps logic. Do good things with no expectation. Tweetable Quotes: “Don’t drink your way to starting a business.” “Small business is not the back bone of the economy – it IS the economy.” Mike Michalowicz http://Fixthisnext.com (Fixthisnext.com) Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Founded in early 2016, Hunt A Killer started as an annual immersive thriller event at Camp Ramblewood, MD. Participants would work in teams to solve a weekend-long murder mystery. Although the event saw some initial success, co-founders Ryan Hogan and Derrick Smith realized that their dream of revolutionizing the entertainment industry could not come to fruition through a once-a-year event. They took notice of the growing popularity in subscription boxes and saw an opportunity make their dream a reality. In October 2016, they pivoted their business model to deliver captivating, immersive mystery tales right to your doorstep through objects, letters, and clues from a fictional serial killer; hence, the Hunt A Killer Membership was born. Starting over was not easy. During those first few months, Derrick would pack all of the packages himself and ship them out right from his basement. Fortunately, a lot has changed since then. Starting with just 47 members in October 2016, the company has exploded to over 55,000 active members by the end of 2018. Hunt A Killer now employs over 40 people both part time and full time and has partners from all over the world.For Hunt A Killer, the only way is up. The company is still experiencing explosive growth, which has enabled us to launch a new brand in the horror genre, Empty Faces. Over the next few years, we're aiming to become a household name in America and throughout the world. Stay tuned. On This Episode: Hear how Ryan started as an entrepreneur in third grade. Learn how to manage a quickly growing company. Ryan explains what he would do differently if he could go back and do it all over again. Key Takeaways: You need the right team around you to be successful. Hire someone skilled in running operations very quickly. Diversify as quickly as possible. Ryan Hogan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanehogan/ (linkedin.com/in/ryanehogan) huntakiller.com Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

B. Jeffrey Madoff is the founder of Madoff Productions, based in New York City. His company produces branded content for major brands such as Ralph Lauren, Radio City Music Hall, Harvard School for Public Health, and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts to name a few. Madoff began his career as a fashion designer. He was chosen one of the top 10 designers in the U.S. then switched careers to film and video production. He has since expanded his reach to include teaching, book and playwriting, and theatrical producing. He has written and is producing a play based on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend, Lloyd Price. Its world premiere will be at People's Light Theater in May of 2021. Madoff is an adjunct professor at Parsons School for Design. A book about his class, entitled "Creative Careers: Making a Living with Your Ideas", was published by Hachette Book Group. Madoff graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison with a double major in Philosophy and Psychology and was on the wrestling team until he realized he was not going to become a professional. He academic studies prepared him for a career as a sage, but the wisdom factories were not hiring when he left school. On This Episode: Jeff discusses his unique college experience being a wrestler while also studying philosophy and psychology. Hear practical lessons from Jeff’s experience operating a boutique clothing brand. Learn how Jeff ended up beginning a film career and meeting Dennis Hopper. Key Takeaways: Everything we’ve done informs who we are and what we will do. What you believe is defined on a daily basis. Put goodwill out in the universe, even if you don’t know how it’s going to come back to you. Tweetable Quotes: The law of reciprocity always has your back. – Travis Chappell The difference between stupid and ignorant is stupid’s forever. – Jeff Madoff Jeff Madoff: https://amzn.to/2WEoMd4 (https://amzn.to/2WEoMd4) Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While most patent attorneys do not work with individual inventors, Rich Goldstein has built a career on working with both individual inventors and start-up companies. His approach includes listening to and understanding their goals and needs. Providing custom-tailored representation. Offering specific guidance to keep their project moving toward their individual goals. He has given critical advice to more than 10,000 inventors, and has obtained nearly 2,000 patents for his clients. He has educated thousands more about the patent process through his seminars, educational videos, and best selling book: The ABA Consumer Guide to Obtaining a Patent. He also works directly with executives to help them make effective decisions to protect their IP, meet their business goals, and leverage the value of what they have already created. Rich regularly attends a wide variety of entrepreneurship and innovation events and actively explores new ways to help his clients achieve their business and personal goals. On This Episode: Rich shares about growing up as a nerdy kid in school back in the 1980’s. Rich discusses studying engineering in college, but then pivoting into law school. Learn the mistakes to avoid and steps to take when scaling a business. Hear an explanation of the differences between patents, trademarks, and copyrights. Key Takeaways: If you don’t know where the clients are going to come from, you don’t know where the revenue is going to come from. You have to talk to a lot of potential clients to find the ones who will say yes. Relationships are the foundation of accomplishment. Tweetable Quotes: "People like people who are like them and people like people who like them." Rich Goldstein: https://goldsteinpatentlaw.com/category/podcasts (https://goldsteinpatentlaw.com/category/podcasts) Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

About Jason Ferrugia: I’m Jay Ferruggia, and I’ve been helping guys become the strongest version of themselves since 1994. You may have seen my work in Men’s Health, Muscle & Fitness, Maximum Fitness, Men’s Fitness, Fast Company, Huffington Post, LiveStrong, Muscle & Fitness Hers, Shape, Entrepreneur, Details or on ESPN or CBS. You know how group training is the big thing these days? I was doing that in the mid ’90s. The hardcore, underground warehouse gyms that are so popular nowadays? I had one of those back in ’96. Training like an athlete? Flipping tires, dragging sleds, pressing logs, using rings? Been doing that for 20+ years with my clients. Long before it was popular or on TV commercials. What you may not know is that I have struggled with all of the issues I discuss on this site. Over the course of my life, I’ve been physically and mentally weak, skinny, fat, sad, depressed, insecure, painfully shy, socially awkward, crippled with anxiety and indecision, struggled with addiction, and have gone broke on more than one occasion. Overcoming those obstacles took many years and a lot of hard work. I read and listened to http://www.audiobooks.com/jay (over 500 books). I attended countless conferences and workshops. I hired coaches and mentors. I cut out the negative deadbeats in my life. I slowly eliminated one bad habit at a time and replaced it with a new one. What I learned after all that is that Thoreau, Da Vinci, and Bruce Lee were right. Simplicity is the key to health, wealth and happiness. Learning to apply the 80/20 rule to everything and forgetting the rest. Because the reality is that most things don’t matter. It’s just noise and meaningless nonsense that distracts us from living the lives we want. On This Episode: Jason talks about the people who got him hooked on the idea of fitness. Learn how Jason created a unique training experience. Hear how Jason lost everything and took time to rebuild. Travis and Justin discuss how to find the balance between work and fun. Find out how to build genuinely valuable relationships. Key Takeaways: You have to improve on the inside before you can see the external results. You have to build a strong community around you. Learn to pause and be present. Tweetable Quotes: The higher up you go, the less you know. You have to accomplish both short-term and long-term results. Jason Ferruggua: jay.fit renegaderadiopodcast.com https://www.instagram.com/jayferruggia/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/jayferruggia/?hl=en) Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Chairman and CEO of the industrial giant Honeywell over 16 years, David Cote grew the company's market capitalization from around $20 billion to nearly $120 billion, delivering returns of 800 percent and beating the S&P by nearly two and a half times. Currently, David is Executive Chairman of Vertiv Holdings Co, a global data center products and services provider. He is a member of the Aspen Economic Strategy Group and on the Boards of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Conference of Montreal. On This Episode: Dave shares about his childhood in a French-Canadian enclave in New Hampshire. Learn how David avoided committing to 6 years on a nuclear submarine in the Navy. Hear about Dave’s career as a “troublemaker.” Travis and Dave discuss the importance of aptitude. Dave talks about the unique role that travel played in his development. Follow Dave’s unorthodox journey from employee to CEO. Key Takeaways: Find a way to educate yourself without taking on debt. Hard work doesn’t always pay off. If you’re working on the wrong thing, it’s never going to pay off. Get to all the facts before you express your opinions. Tweetable Quotes: The higher up you go, the less you know. You have to accomplish both short-term and long-term results. Pick up a copy of Dave Cote's Book: https://amzn.to/2WenbdR (https://amzn.to/2WenbdR) Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a life spent as an entrepreneur, Los finds himself at the helm of an 8-figure agency and multiple 7-figure sister companies, becoming a world-renowned speaker, thought leader, and the go-to marketer. He’s achieved extreme success in the online space working with influencers, entrepreneurs, and SMB’s - helping them scale pass multiple 7 and 8-figure marks. Los has become the go-to for SMB’s to transform into what he calls “Powerhouse Brands”, through paid media, brand building, and improving every metric in between. He simplifies his very complex but proven system into this 3-part formula: Los has worked with business owners and companies including Heidi Powell, Thomas DeLauer, Josh Elizetxe, Ryan Moran, Kent Clothier, Justin Colby, Know Foods, The Good Kitchen, Jawzrsize, Raphael Vargas, Steve Weatherford, Ed O'Keefe and many others. On This Episode: Los shares about his experience owning a construction company in 2008 – an industry that got hit very hard during the recession. Learn how Los developed his knowledge of online marketing. Find out how Los builds successful relationships with people like Neve Patel Key Takeaways: Don’t expect instant returns on your investments. Don’t expect what works with warm traffic will work with cold traffic. Invest in coaches. Tweetable Quotes: “Don’t go into relationships with expectations.” – Los Silva “The definition of success is happiness.” – Travis Chappell Los Silva: https://www.lossilva.com/ (https://www.lossilva.com/) Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Kawaja holds his BA from Stanford University and MBA with High Distinction from Harvard Business School. Chris spent the early years of his career on Wall Street (Goldman Sachs and Bridgewater Associates, the world's largest hedge fund), where he developed his skeptical eye towards traditional financial advice. He developed his unique investing outlook for his own personal portfolio and he now owns a variety of assets ranging from e-commerce businesses to legal settlements, to real estate. He is the owner of the e-commerce business BigChill.com and the founder and author of Upwarding.com where he discusses topics ranging from mindfulness to crowdfunding. On This Episode: Chris talks about the benefits of his geeky childhood. Travis and Chris discuss the importance of travel. Hear some of Chris’ big takeaways from his time on Wall Street. Learn how to properly network. Key Takeaways: Have a genuine curiosity about people. Be willing to share your knowledge and the who you know will come. If you’re going to reach out to someone, find a way to be helpful to them. Chris Kawaja: BigChill.com Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Drive, Kelley Earnhardt Miller, daughter of Dale Earnhardt Sr. and sister to Dale Jr., opens up about growing up in the world of NASCAR, sharing the lessons she learned about being a successful business leader and what she discovered, often the hard way, about winning in life. Kelley never felt she was winning at anything until she began to deal with the thoughts and feelings that were driving her decisions and taking her in the wrong direction. Her journey of transformation is what empowered her to run the family business in an entirely different way than she had previously and to lead people not only with her head but also with her heart. On This Episode: Kelley shares what it was like growing up with a celebrity athlete for a father. Learn how Kelley decided what career to pursue. Travis & Kelley discuss parenting advice. Get a sneak peak at Kelley’s new book, Drive. Key Takeaways: Take responsibility for your own success. Don’t throw around empty threats. Educate yourself before you try to network with someone. Tweetable Quotes: “Lead from the heart.” “If your decisions are coming from the heart, you’re probably making some really good decisions.” Kelley Earnhardt: twitter.com/earnhardtkelley instagram.com/kelleyearnhardtmiller https://www.facebook.com/KelleyEarnhardt (facebook.com/KelleyEarnhardt) kelleyearnhardtdrive.com Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feras Moussa is an entrepreneur at heart with a tech background. Feras graduated from the University of Texas with a Computer Science degree, and worked at Microsoft straight from college. Feras later quit Microsoft to ‘bring tech to industries that lack it’, where he later found his passion for real estate. Feras quickly built a portfolio of rentals, completing 9 closings in his first 12 months. After having seen the results of rentals, Feras later decided to scale up into apartment complexes, where he met Ben Suttles and started Disrupt Equity, a company focused on multi-family acquisition and investments for investors, and in doing so, help leverage his strengths in tech to better identify quality investments for investors. Feras has helped raise millions of dollars for multifamily syndication. On This Episode: Feras talks about his takeaways from his time at Microsoft. Hear how Feras transitioned from software to real estate. Travis and Feras discuss when you should invest yourself vs hiring someone to invest for you. Learn how networking helped Feras through his investing career. Key Takeaways: Have a plan when switching your careers. You have to own your niché before you can scale. Go to meetups, read, and educate yourself on the realities of investing. Feras Mousa: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/feras-moussa-2072a1196/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/feras-moussa-2072a1196/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/feras.moussa (https://www.facebook.com/feras.moussa) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feras.moussa/ (https://www.instagram.com/feras.moussa/) Disrupt Equity: https://www.disruptequity.com/ (https://www.disruptequity.com/) Email: team@disruptequity.com Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amira Alvarez is the founder and CEO of The Unstoppable Woman, a global coaching company helping entrepreneurs, empire builders, athletes, creatives, and rising stars in all fields achieve their dreams and goals in record time.  As someone who has made a quantum leap (going from barely making 6-figures to making $700k in one year, then onto 7-figures) and has lived to tell about it, she knows exactly what tactical strategies and mindset shifts are required to get out of your own way, live life on your own terms, and master the art of achieving any goal you set your mind to in record time. On This Episode: Amira talks about being self-conscious as a youth. Learn the importance of having self-confidence. Travis and Amira discuss when you should pivot. Key Takeaways: You can’t look to external things for security. Do things because YOU like it. What you know is useless if you don’t know anyone. Amira Alvarez: TheUnstoppableWoman.com/podcast Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Jessica Zimmerman survived a childhood car crash that took the life of her only sister, she knew even then, she couldn't waste her life. After meeting her husband at the University of Arkansas, she returned to her hometown and built a successful wedding floral design business, Zimmerman Events, that grew alongside her three young children. When her husband fell tragically ill, Jessica realized that she had to begin earning more than just the "fun money," transforming her zero-profit events company into a seven-figure business, all while caring for her ailing husband. Today, Jessica teaches her students and followers how to set healthy business boundaries, invest in themselves, and create businesses and lives they love. Her work has been featured in People, Business Insider, Entrepreneur and Forbes. Jessica currently resides in Conway, Arkansas, with her husband Brian, their three children, and their dog Sophie. On This Episode: Learn the power of emotional influence. Jessica explains the catalyst that turned around her business. Hear the story of the illness that Jessica's husband developed in the middle of her building her company. Travis talks about the stigma around spending money to be successful. Key Takeaways: Take extreme responsibility for your life. Make money decisions with a long-term mindset. When people feel a connection with you they’re willing to buy from you. Tweetable Quotes: Once you have a good foundation, you can grow this thing as big as you want it. Jessica Zimmerman: JessicaZimmerman.com Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adrienne Bankert is an Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning correspondent for ABC News, Good Morning America, World News Tonight, and Nightline. She reported live from Chaing Rai, Thailand, during the rescue of thirteen boys and their soccer coach as the world watched the historic rescue. She traveled to London to cover the Royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and was the first network journalist to report live from the scene when several police officers were massacred in Dallas, Texas in 2016. Her compelling interviews from guests that range from wounded warriors to celebrities including Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper, Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and more have gained widespread attention. She has worked in local news in Sacramento, Dallas-Fort Worth, and in Los Angeles as a host, anchor, health and wellness, and general assignment reporter. She remains committed to the goal she declared early on in her journey to “change the face of television,” and is a regular speaker at events providing practical and inspirational wisdom that launches people into the highest and best versions of their lives. Key Takeaways: We have to be careful not to dismiss the messenger because their picture looks different than what we expect.  Relationship is the key for every endeavor. Life is a lot better when you know the language. My main job as an interviewer is to make my guest feel safe. Be kind to all people, universally without prejudice. It’s who you know but you also have to know who you are. Resources Mentioned: yourhiddensuperpower.com Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Milano is is the founder and chief executive officer of Fortuna Advisors LLC. A leading expert in capital allocation, behavioral finance, and incentive compensation design, he has nearly 30 years experience in management consulting. He is the author of the new book, Curing Corporate Short-Termism: Future Growth vs. Current Earnings. Episode Highlights: Greg shares about how his brothers helped influence him to be interested in business. Travis and Greg discuss whether you should improve your weaknesses or capitalize on your strengths. Learn how to stand out in a crowded marktetplace. 3 Key Points: Identify your value. Build on those strengths. Find what differentiates you. Tweetable Quotes: “A network without a product isn’t much use.” Resources Mentioned: https://fortuna-advisors.com/ (https://fortuna-advisors.com/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jimmy is most known for his career in real estate during the past 15 years. In that time frame, he's sold over 2000 properties and has solidified himself as one of the top real estate agents in the country. This past year Jimmy sold the most expensive home in Wasatch Front MLS History at $35 million for a ranch near Oakley, Utah.  Because of his success in real estate, Jimmy went on to build his real estate coaching company which currently coaches hundreds of real estate agents from all across the country. His courses "The Social Realtor" and "100K Agent Blueprint" have helped thousands of agents grow their business. He is also a popular speaker and regularly does trainings from Calgary to Texas and all over the country. Outside of Real Estate, Jimmy created one of the top business podcasts "The Jimmy Rex Show" that to date has been running weekly for just under two years and has been listened to over 10 million times throughout 165 episodes. In 2019 Jimmy released his first book, "The Next Wave of Influence in Real Estate," and it immediately hit the bestseller list on Amazon in multiple categories. Outside of being an author, Jimmy loves to travel and has visited over 60 countries as of 2019. His favorite types of trips are when he gets to go undercover as part of a select group working with The Child Liberation Foundation, helping to find and rescue children all over the world that are being sex trafficked. Jimmy has been on 11 operations and played a role in the rescue of over 100 children. Jimmy is also an active investor, with a portfolio that includes 15 personal investment properties and investments in over a dozen private companies, including Nikola Motors, Stance Socks, and Parachut.co. To best describe Jimmy as a person, turn to his Mission Statement; "The purpose of my life is to share my tremendous love with all of God's children. Bringing happiness to others through my playful soul and by being an example of living an extraordinary life." Episode Highlights: Learn how Jimmy became a scrappy entrepreneur at a very young age. Travis and Jimmy discuss their respective strict religious upbringings. Hear how Jimmy went from struggling for six months to becoming a massively successful real estate agent. 3 Key Points: Put effort into serving and creating memories for others. Give so much value that people will feel guilty not to say "yes" to your asks." Podcasting will give you access to people you've never had access to before. Resources Mentioned: https://www.mrjimmyrex.com/ (https://www.mrjimmyrex.com/) https://open.acast.com/shows/5d8001706cae0cd6477aa726/episodes/jimmyrexmastermind.com (jimmyrexmastermind.com) https://www.instagram.com/mrjimmyrex/ (https://www.instagram.com/mrjimmyrex/) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN4DhXR7MGoOOM70znidNiA (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN4DhXR7MGoOOM70znidNiA) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Starting with a little more than a love for travel, Kelvin “PJ Kev” Mensah has secured his standing as one of the youngest and most well-known private jet brokers in the world. Servicing high-net-worth individuals from all walks of life (spanning across media & entertainment, the sports industry, and corporate America), the illustrious serial entrepreneur has been acknowledged as one of the travel industry’s rising stars. With an unparalleled presence in North America, the United Kingdom, and West Africa, Kelvin chartered 100+ private jets in 2019 and shows no sign of taking his foot off the gas on his road to success. His passion for the industry took a new form right before college as he aimed to carve out a career path and enter a market none of his colleagues had had success in. “I didn’t even know what I was doing in the beginning,” Kelvin humbly admits, but he knew he didn’t want to settle for mediocrity – “I wanted to be involved at the highest level!” The luxury brand innovator reached out to a good portion of his like-minded contacts and kept knocking on doors until he secured his first job with a brokerage company within his first year of moving to LA. Five years later, Kelvin is now an esteemed private jet broker and technology executive. That rocky beginning every entrepreneur experiences has now evolved into a global movement for Kelvin, who is now redirecting his initiatives regarding expansion towards his parents’ hometown of Accra, Ghana. Upon starting his career in private aviation, he has embarked on a philanthropic journey to start a mentorship foundation which will provide children with the tools and resources they need to excel academically. By giving others an opportunity to follow in his footsteps, he is creating an unparalleled fellowship that could go on for generations. Kelvin is adamant about showcasing the wonders of the world most millennials do not have an opportunity to experience, while highlighting the beauty of Africa.Throughout his career, he has developed relationships with multiple influencers who are willing to travel with him while raising awareness around Africa’s multitude of resources and tourist attractions.  In fact, he has already discussed ventures in Africa with the likes of Meek Mill, Akon, and Sean Combs. Stay tuned for some of the exciting initiatives Kelvin is set to roll out this year and beyond as he plans to bring awareness to West Africa’s luxury market on an unprecedented scale. Aaron Wilson is a highly-decorated serial entrepreneur who has sought to leverage a culmination of his experience into service offerings being rendered through his full-service business consulting firm, Wilson Talent Solutions. Wilson Talent Solutions is a business consulting & business coaching firm, started with the goal of giving all entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals access to resources and information that successful venture capitalists & entrepreneurs have used to scale & grow their businesses quickly. Wilson Talent Solutions is primarily focused on providing business coaching to entrepreneurs & executives, executive coaching to c-suite professionals, business strategy, finance strategy, marketing, career coaching, and personal branding expertise to professionals from an array of disciplines & industries who range in experience from entry-level to the c-suite. Aaron is set to release a new eBook entitled, "Level Up Pocket Consultant" in late March 2020. He has described the book as a "transformational experience for all entrepreneurs & professionals" who want to take their business and careers to the next level. The book takes a deep dive into sales strategy, marketing, business strategy, business model creation, and what Aaron finds most important, leadership & team-building. Additionally, Aaron was brought on board at the #1 podcast network for professionals, Bleav Network, and now has a podcast...Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Zach Benson is the CEO and founder of https://assistagram.us/ (Assistagram) ﹣an innovative Instagram management agency specialising in growth of accounts and creating Instagram campaigns that reach millions. As a full-time entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, social-media trainer for international brands such as The Four Seasons, Ritz Carlton and ViceRoy, he encourages others to reach their full potential through the arts and social media. Zach is also an award-winning dancer and was a finalist on FOX TV's popular show 'So You Think You Can Dance'. Episode Highlights: Zach shares how he got into the world of breakdancing, and eventually making a six figure career out of it. Hear how a devastating injury ended Zach’s dancing career. Learn how Zach began helping celebrities grow their Instagram accounts in the early days of the platform. Discover how to stand apart from other companies. Get tips to help you travel for free! 3 Key Points: People will pay premium prices for premium results. Build an incredible team around you. Put some skin in the game and add value to others. Resources Mentioned: instagram.com/zachvacay Assistagram.us Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Erik Van Horn is a franchising specialist and expert in multi-unit, semi-absentee business ownership. From franchisee to regional developer, and investor to consultant, Erik has worn many hats over the last two decades. His diverse experience has provided him unique insight into the challenging aspects of the industry. Unlike many other franchising pundits, Erik practices what he preaches, and is still an active franchise entrepreneur. He has owned 6 brands in 8 states, and isn’t done yet with 30 more locations in the works. But more than expanding his businesses, Erik has a passion for helping people. That’s why he has helped 1,000 people (and counting) find great opportunities that meet their lifestyle goals, so they can find the same freedom through franchising that he enjoys. Episode Highlights: Erik talks about how he went from working as a landscaper to transitioning into real estate. Hear about the first big business mistake that Erik made. Travis and Erik discuss the pros and cons of being a franchisee. Learn how to find the right business partner. 3 Key Points: When you find an opportunity, look for a way to make it work. Don’t grow too fast. Find partners to help you get started. Resources Mentioned: Franchisesecrets.com Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roland is co-founder and/or principal of three current Inc. Magazine fastest growing companies, and he has founded, scaled or sold 24 different 7 to 9 figure businesses ranging from consumer products to industrial machine manufacturing companies with adjusted sales ranging from $3 million to $337 million. Currently growing DigitalMarketer.com, RivalBrands.com and Plattr.com while advising over 150 other companies on digitally centric customer acquisition, activation, referral, retention and revenue strategies and plan implementation. Episode Highlights: Roland explains how he has always looked at things through an entrepreneurial lens. Travis and Roland discuss traditional education vs life lessons. Discover the importance of continued self education. Roland talks about how reality is different for everyone. 3 Key Points: School is not essential to success if you’re willing to self-educate. Forced networking is a benefit of traditional education, You can learn from anyone, everyone, any time. Tweetable Quotes: “I’ve always been to stupid to think of the reasons I can’t do something.” - Roland Frasier  “Your network is an extension of your knowledge.” - Roland Frasier  Resources Mentioned: Instagram.com/rolandfrasier Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Teal Bio: Hi, I'm Ben Teal, founder of the TEAL agency. My agency has helped online marketers sell hundreds of millions of dollars worth of products and touch hundreds of thousands of lives. Word has spread about the results we get and now requests funnel in daily to help others build, optimize and scale online marketing funnels. Look. When you hire my agency you're not hiring a freelancer fresh out of college (or even high school!) who is cutting his teeth and learning what works while spending your money. You're hiring an agency with over a three decades of combined experience helping some of the top online marketers in the world build, grow and scale their businesses. Literally, hiring us pays for itself. Episode Highlights: Hear how Benjamin got started as an entrepreneur in fourth grade selling garbage pail kids. Learn why it’s important to control your own destiny instead of taking a traditional career path. Benjamin explains the merits of traditional college education. Travis and Benjamin discuss why it’s important to make solid connections. Learn what to look for in a mastermind. 3 Key Points: Look fear in the face and do it anyway. Find someone who knows what you want to know and find a way to shadow them. You’re not as specialized as you think you are. Tweetable Quotes: “Not all colleges are created equal.” Resources Mentioned: https://my.captivate.fm/TealAgency.com/schedule (TealAgency.com/schedule) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danielle Gronich & Kayleigh Clark operate the San Diego Acne Clinic, offering 100% acne-focused skin care! They bridge the gap between Dermatologist and Spa to deliver clinical results in a hip, relaxed setting. In the first visit, they go over all of your products, identify any problematic ingredients, conduct a thorough skin analysis and create a tailored skincare routine to match each unique individual. They also discuss hormones & nutrition in detail, then conduct a customized acne-reversing facial treatment with extractions so your skin can start to heal that same day! Episode Highlights: Danielle talks about opening an acne clinic in San Diego. How they have crafted a loyal fan base by standing out from other acne treatment companies. How Kayleigh’s health issues led to severe acne, leading to her meeting Danielle. Learn how to form a successful partnership. Kayleigh & Danielle talk about self-financing their ventures. Find out how the team pivoted when a large order was fulfilled incorrectly. 3 Key Points: When you have integrity, it shows. Find partners who complement your strengths, not someone who shares your strengths. Resumes don’t matter, your personality is everything. Tweetable Quotes: “Assholes attract assholes. Great people attract great people.” Resources Mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/kayleigh.christina/ (https://www.instagram.com/kayleigh.christina/) https://www.instagram.com/clearstemskincare/ (https://www.instagram.com/clearstemskincare/) https://www.instagram.com/sandiegoacneclinic/ (https://www.instagram.com/sandiegoacneclinic/) https://www.instagram.com/theacneguru/ (https://www.instagram.com/theacneguru/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rory F. Stern has been a best-kept secret working behind the scenes to help build, grow, and scale many successful online companies for the last 14 years. For the first 8 years, he worked mainly as a sophisticated jack of all trades plugging holes where his clients needed his services. Today, he manages a small boutique media buying team that specializes in multi-channel traffic. He is best known for creating ads that convert and being able to get a lot of policy challenged offers approved and running on Facebook. Episode Highlights: Rory talks about the impact of parents that always pushed for him to shoot for the stars at a young age.  Hear the impact that Rich Dad, Poor Dad had on Rory.  Travis and Rory discuss the merits and issues of the education system. Learn how Rory “fell” into entrepreneurship. Find out how Rory began actually making money. 3 Key Points: Psychology and sales are interconnected. When something becomes more available it becomes worth less. The amount level of value relationships can bring can far surpass any formal education  Tweetable Quotes: “Your level of degree doesn’t represent your level of intelligence.” Resources Mentioned: helpwithads.com Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Susie Carder is a globally recognized profitability coach and inventor of the Predictable Success Method™. Her radical business strategies have helped thousands of entrepreneurs and small business owners achieve exponential growth and triple their profits. As a private consultant, Carder coaches small business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs in professional management and efficiency to streamline channels of profit for companies. She is the former president and COO of Motivating the Masses, Inc., an international transformation and training company for small business owners led by Lisa Nichols. She and her business have been featured in The New York Times, the Associated Press, the United States Chamber of Commerce, and NBC News, and more. Episode Highlights: Susie talks about growing up with 9 siblings, and the economic hardships that pushed her to be an entrepreneur as a young child. Hear how being a “rebel” has helped her in business. Susie shares the fascinating story of going from cosmetology school to making a quarter of a million dollars as a hairdresser. Discover the importance of building something your customers need. Learn why you need to choose your tribe carefully. Get a behind the scenes of the new Power Your Profits book. 3 Key Points: Let clients direct what products you release Don’t be so egotistical to think you know everything. Always try to create win-wins. Tweetable Quotes: “15% of your financial success is the technical ability, the other 85% is the sales, the marketing, the operations, and the finance.” “Sometimes our best learning lessons come wrapped in sand paper.” Resources Mentioned: poweryourprofitsbook.com https://www.susiecarder.com/ (susiecarder.com) https://www.instagram.com/SusieCarder/ (instagram.com/SusieCarder) https://www.facebook.com/SusieCarder/ (facebook.com/SusieCarder) https://twitter.com/susiecarder (twitter.com/susiecarder) linkedin.com/in/susiecarder Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bryan Clayton is cofounder and CEO of GreenPal, described as Uber for lawnmowing, GreenPal matches homeowners with local lawn mowing services throughout the United States. Before founding GreenPal. Bryan founded PeachTree Inc. a regional landscaping company in Nashville Tennessee growing that business from 0 to 150 employees and ultimately acquired by Lusa holdings in 2013. In his free time Bryan enjoys hiking , martial arts, long-distance running, and volunteering with Achillies international a group assisting in the training of disabled athletes for competitive events. Episode Highlights: Went from himself to 150 employees and being one of the largest landscaping companies in Tennessee. Travis and Bryan reflect on the importance of working on your business and not just in your business. Hear the struggle of building a software. Bryan shares why he’s been uncomfortable with bringing on venture capital. 3 Key Points: Everyone needs to have responsibility for themselves. When you’re building software, it’s never finished. Don’t overextend yourself. Try to build a company where your default is alive. Resources Mentioned: bryan@yourgreenpal.com https://www.yourgreenpal.com/ (yourgreenpal.com) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Greg is an entrepreneur known for his giving spirit and a knack for translating complicated situations into simple, digestible concepts. As an action taking phenomenon, strategy turns into results fast and furious, and relationships are deep and rich in the space he orbits. A firm believer in the role of win-win partnerships and making a difference in others to succeed. He can be found having a great time brewing up inspiration, occasionally breaking into song and dance, and being of service to those around him. Episode Highlights: Greg talks about his struggles with education and barely finishing high school. Get invaluable sales advice. Travis and Greg talk about the importance of the pregnant pause in sales. Learn how he wrote 100 books. Travis and Greg discuss the importance of taking action. 3 Key Points: Sales is a numbers game. The customer should always be the #1 priority. Everyone needs multiple mentors. Tweetable Quotes: “If you have to wonder if something is right or wrong, chances are it’s wrong.” “The universe rewards massive action.” “It’s who you know but it’s also who knows you back.” Resources Mentioned: instagram.com/gregsreid https://www.gregreid.com/ (https://www.gregreid.com/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Enjoy a sneak preview of the latest episode of World Class! Listen to the rest of the interview by subscribing to the World Class Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/019-shaun-t-part-1-finding-yourself-through-fitness/id1501749961?i=1000475765289 (iTunes), Spotify, or the podcast player of your choice! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Priemer is widely recognized as a thought leader in the area of sales and sales leadership and has been published in the Harvard Business Review as well as Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Inc. magazines. He is also the author of the Bestselling book, https://cerebralselling.com/book/ (Sell The Way You Buy). From his early days tinkering with test tubes and differential equations as an award-winning research scientist to leading top-performing sales teams at high-growth technology startups, David's lifelong passion for learning and execution is the foundation of his Cerebral Selling practice. Often referred to as the "Sales Professor", David helps organizations drive revenue growth, people development, and winning cultures by infusing the core principles of science, empathy, and execution into their sales operations. Previously David held several executive leadership positions at leading technology companies including Salesforce, where he was the Vice President of Commercial Sales and creator of the Sales Leadership Academy program. He is also an Adjunct Professor at the Smith School of Business at Queen's University. David holds a B.Sc. in Chemistry and Atmospheric Science from York University and a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Toronto. When he's not thinking about Sales, David loves to cook, write, and spend quality family time with his wife and three daughters. Episode Highlights: David shares about growing up in Toronto and playing hockey. Learn how he went from being a research scientist to becoming a sales engineer. Travis and David discuss the timing of a good pivot. Discover how to weigh risk versus reward. 3 Key Points: There’s never going to be a right time to pivot. The cost of failure is usually less than you think it is. It doesn’t help you to know people if you aren’t known for anything. Tweetable Quotes: “When you do things that other people won’t do…that’s where the magic lives.” – David Priemer “Careers are hard to architect.” – David Priemer “Great sellers sell the way they buy.” – David Priemer Resources Mentioned: https://cerebralselling.com/book/ (cerebralselling.com/book) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vince Del Monte is an Italian-Canadian fitness entrepreneur known as the only Fitness Guru to be coined as The Skinny Guy Savior. He earned this name by dedicating his life to transforming the lives of the skinny, scrawny wimpy guys & skinny girls – helping them become healthier, fitter and more confident in their bodies. He is also the author of “No-Nonsense Muscle Building: Skinny Guy Secrets To Insane Muscle Gain,” which has sold more than 80,000 copies in more than 120 different countries. Episode Highlights: Hear how fitness coaches are being forced to adapt. Learn why Vince believes that people don’t want to make decisions on their own. Vince shares the importance of becoming a regular fixture on someone's calendar. 3 Key Points: See obstacles as opportunities. People aren’t paying for workouts, they’re paying for attention and accountability. Relationships help you cut the credibility curve. Tweetable Quotes: “Money isn’t disappearing – it’s just changing hands.” – Vince Del Monte “When you have the right who you can stroke out all the whats." – Vince Del Monte “Focus always wins.” – Vince Del Monte “With growth comes complexity and complexity kills growth.” – Vince Del Monte Resources Mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/vincedelmonte/ (instagram.com/vincedelmonte) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian serves as CEO of Torch.AI and has more than 20 years of experience leading mission driven, high growth, technology-focused companies. Brian has been featured in Forbes magazine for concepts around data encapsulation using blockchain technologies. He received the Defense Innovation Award at DITAC in 2017. In May, Brian will give the commencement speech for the 2019 class at his alma mater, Northwest Missouri State University, where he earned a degree in communications (minoring in Philosophy). He has raced numerous Ironman competitions at an elite amateur level in the US and Europe, ranking as high as No. 1 in the world for the class. Episode Highlights: Brian shares the lessons he learned from running a landscaping business as a kid. Hear about Brian's academic career at a smaller university. Learn how Brian sold too much volume for the first company he worked for to handle. Brian explains what A.I. actually is and how it benefits companies. 3 Key Points: Knowledge only takes you so far, you MUST take action. A robust network is invaluable. You have to bring value to others to get value. Resources Mentioned: https://torch.ai/brian-weaver/ (https://torch.ai/brian-weaver/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grant Aldrich founded http://OnlineDegree.com (OnlineDegree.com) with a purpose-driven mission: make college more accessible and affordable for everyone. After graduating college with an overwhelming amount of debt, he was determined to change how students embark on their college education. Grant has spent his entire career working in startups with nearly 15 years of experience and 2 prior exits to a publicly traded company. He has been a board member and donor to a number of non-profits, an advisor to many publicly traded companies and a guest speaker at seminars and graduate school courses. He graduated with honors from University of California Irvine in Economics. Episode Highlights: Grant explains how he was always intellectually curious Learn the story behind his first startup Travis and Grant have a conversation about networking and making friends being the same thing. 3 Key Points: Every person you know has the potential to be a long term business partner. Make good friends with everyone. Grant has been proven wrong every time I’ve thought it’s what you know Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-aldrich (https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-aldrich) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) http://OnlineDegree.com (OnlineDegree.com) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melissa Lamson, CEO of Lamson Consulting, works with successful leaders to refine their professional skills and create inclusive workplaces. She knows that when leaders present the best version of themselves, individuals, teams, and the organization wins. Melissa has a Masters in Intercultural Relations. She founded companies in Europe and the US, has clients and projects in over 40 countries, and has authored 6 books. Episode Highlights: Melissa shares her non-traditional education experience. Find out why Melissa LOVED getting after-school detention Discover how she ended up working with companies across 40 countries. 3 Key Points: Truth is relative based on context and perspective. Allow your business to operate within its truth. Use your naive eyes to your advantage and pursue the path that makes the most sense. Resources Mentioned: https://www.facebook.com/lamsonconsulting (https://www.facebook.com/lamsonconsulting) https://twitter.com/melissa_lamson1 (https://twitter.com/melissa_lamson1) https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissalamson/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissalamson/) https://www.youtube.com/user/mlamson1 (https://www.youtube.com/user/mlamson1) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew was named one of the Arizona Republic's 35 Entrepreneurs under 35. He is a SEED SPOT Mentor and Content Matter Expert of the Year. Andrew has spoken about strategy, design, and entrepreneurship at ASU, GCU, AZ Tech Council, and The CleanTech Open. Andrew has conceptualized new products for some of the largest software companies in the world and bootstrapped SaaS company MVPs . Episode Highlights: Andrew shares how his creative interests translated into his college education. Learn how Andrew got involved with UX design before it was popularized. 3 Key Points: You get out what you put in. Check in on alignment with your business partners daily. Relationships may take a long time to pay off – but it's worth planting the seeds. Resources Mentioned: user10.com Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Murray Hidary is the creator of MindTravel, an immersive, meditative journey that has spanned cities across the world in the form of SilentWalks and “Silent” Piano Concerts. In bringing MindTravel to a broad audience through his digital offerings, Murray’s goal is to create the space for people to have a powerful journey, which is at once evocative and reflective, healing and transcendent. Murray’s experiences are a fusion of contemporary and classical musical styles, wisdom traditions, theoretical physics and the power of communal elevation. Episode Highlights: Murray shares about the upbringing that gave him the confidence to pursue his goals. Hear how Murray's mother instilled the importance of family in his mind early on. Travis and Murray discuss how travel can make a huge impact on your personal development. Get a glimpse of the way Murray managed to have a successful exit from his tech company. Discover how music can connect audiences with their purpose, nature, and core of their being. 3 Key Points: You can find passion in any pursuit. The world needs you. Music can be one of the dee Resources Mentioned: mindtravel.com Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the founder and CEO of GYMGUYZ, the world’s first mobile fitness franchise, Josh York understands that determination pays off as a franchisor. With nearly 50 open units in a few short years, York’s vision is to bring the convenient, customized and creative fitness franchise across the world. Episode Highlights: Josh shares about the strong drive for success he had even at an early age. Travis and Josh talk about how companies ans entrepreneurs can pivot during events like COVID-19. Learn the role passion should play in your endeavors. 3 Key Points: Be okay with failing and learn from it. Do what you love. Adapt and keep moving in the face of adversity. Tweetable Quotes: “You gotta always go for the gold. Always.” – Josh York “Never take advice from people you wouldn’t trade places with.” – Travis Chappell “The minute you take your foot off the gas, you’re done.” – Josh York Resources Mentioned: instagram.com/joshyorkgg https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-york-554a3120 Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After overcoming drug addiction, PTSD from fighting in Iraq with the Marines, depression and alcoholism that drove him to the brink of suicide, Akshay Nanavati has since built a global business, run ultramarathons, spent 7 days in darkness, and explored mountains, caves and polar icecaps. Combining his experiences with years of research, he wrote the book “Fearvana." The Dalai Lama said “Fearvana inspires us to look beyond our own agonizing experiences and find the positive side of our lives.” Akshay now helps people build a positive relationship to suffering in order to create a life of boundless bliss. Episode Highlights: Ashkay shares about his experiences with drug addiction at an early age. Find out when it’s time to throw in the towel. Hear the story of how Ashkay’s military experience lead to heavy alcoholism. Learn about the “ultra run” and other extreme activities that have helped Ashkay confront PTSD. 3 Key Points: You have to take concentrated action. Be centered regardless of your internal state. Find your spiritual pathway by pushing through suffering. Tweetable Quotes: “We were built biologically to suffer.” – Travis Chappell “The pursuit of happiness is, itself, a flawed concept.” – Akshay Nanavati Resources Mentioned: https://fearvana.com/ (fearvana.com) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeremy Gutsche is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning innovation expert and CEO of Trend Hunter -- the world's #1 trend website and innovation consultancy, with over 3 billion views and 10,000 innovation projects completed to date. His team is relied on by 700 brands, billionaires and CEOs to predict and create the future, including Google, Sony, Disney, Starbucks, Coca-Cola, IBM and Adidas. He's even helped NASA prototype the Journey to Mars. Episode Highlights: Jeremy talks about the entrepreneurial tendencies he had as a young child. Find out how Jeremy grew a billion dollar business. Hear the touching story behind Jeremy's editor made him cut the first 84 pages of his book. Jeremy and Travis talk about the importance of focus. 3 Key Points: Hard work is not enough, you have to have focus. What you know can be an incredible trap. A fresh perspective is your biggest strength. Tweetable Quotes: “Your success is all about overlooked opportunities” Resources Mentioned: trendhunter.com Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Coon is a co-founder and the CEO of Avail, an all-in-one software solution designed for do-it-yourself (DIY) landlords that is used by more than 600,000 landlords and tenants across the United States. Prior to Avail, Coon was an investment banking associate at BMO Capital Markets. Ryan has a hardworking spirit and together with his co-founder, Laurence Jankelow, they developed the idea for their company on a napkin that now solves the needs of thousands of landlords. His goal is to help the real estate market to become as transparent and as efficient as the stock market. Episode Highlights: Travis and Ryan discuss the merits of college. Learn the hard truth about SAAS companies – if you build it, they won't come. Find out the key to marketing effectively with quality content that adds free value. Ryan shares the pros and cons of different types of investments into your company. 3 Key Points: Creating a good product is not enough. You have to market the sh*t out of it. Sell like you want to be sold. Hire people who can adapt and be inventive. Tweetable Quotes: “The business of business is business." “We don’t look to hire experts, we hire really smart people who can figure stuff out.”  Resources Mentioned: https://www.avail.co/author/ryan (https://www.avail.co/author/ryan) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Berland is the Founder and CEO of Decode_M, an insights and analytics firm that decodes data into momentum for its clients. In a world that runs on data, Mike strongly believes that everything is knowable, you just have to know where to look. Throughout his career, he has represented prominent political figures, major companies and social movements. Prior to founding Decode_M, he was the CEO of the insights and analytics arm of Edelman Public Relations, Edelman Berland, and President of the research and political polling firm Penn, Schoen & Berland. Episode Highlights: The episode was recorded one month ago, and Travis and Mike had grabbed a crystal ball to try and predict where things would be now. See how accurate their predictions were! Mike Berland talks about how early he decided to take control of his life. Learn the importance of travel and how it can impact you. FInd out how Mike ended up working on several political campaigns. 3 Key Points: Introspection serves you well. There is no sequence to life. Mentorship is key. Tweetable Quotes: “The only person who sees your age is you." "I didn't want to be a king, I wanted to be a king maker." "Lots of people know lots of shit, but it's who you know that makes a difference." Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-berland-a3968012 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-berland-a3968012) TikTok: @momentummike Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zander Fryer, best-selling author, internationally renowned speaker, and world traveler, is more than just a corporate dropout. After quitting his successful corporate career at age 27, Zander launched his company, High Impact Coaching, to inspire and empower entrepreneurs to build successful businesses while adding value to the world. From ZERO to 6 figures in 3 months and 7 figures in 12, his trainings now impact over 50,000 people in 22 different countries and at more than 300 organizations. Episode Highlights: Zander talks about originally training to become an engineer and the leadership lessons he learned in ROTC. Hear the importance of not making fear-based decisions. Travis and Zander discuss the limiting mindsets that many entrepreneurs have surrounding money and personal development. 3 Key Points: Don't make decisions rooted in fear. Time is the ultimate asset. Money is not. Mentorships are everything. Tweetable Quotes: “Entrepreneurship is literally the business of solving problems." "We get really comfortable in the hell that we know." Resources Mentioned: zanderfryer.com instagram.com/@zanderfryer zander@zanderfryer.com Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Pacinelli is BombBomb's Chief Marketing Officer. Steve has served as a Sales Manager, a Vice President of Events, and the National Speaker for Realtor.com, delivering presentations to more than 1,000 audiences. He's been a featured speaker at conferences by RE/MAX, Keller Williams, Inman News, and others. He's traveled more than one million miles and delivered as many as 120 speaking engagements a year. He has been recognized for 2010's Most Innovative Blog from Inman News, and was named a Top 20 Social Influencer in Real Estate in 2016, 2017, and 2018 in the Swanpoel Report. Episode Highlights: Steve discusses how he realized as a young kid that he had a natural sales ability. Hear about Steve’s sales career from door-to-door to managing teams selling 7-figures. Learn how Steve became involved with BombBomb. Listen to amazing stories of how BombBomb is keeping people connected in the midst of COVID–19. Get a sneak peak at Steve's brand new book. 3 Key Points: You don’t have to reinvent the wheel when there is already a clear cut path. Sometimes it pays to choose learning over earning Be interested in other people. No matter who you’re talking to, they have something of value to offer. Tweetable Quotes: “Be of value and abundance will follow.” – Steve Pacinelli "Sales come from relationships.” – Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned: https://bombbomb.com/ (https://bombbomb.com/) https://amzn.to/2xC3Ry8 (https://amzn.to/2xC3Ry8) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Neagle is the best selling author of The Millions Within and is known as one of the architects of the coaching and personal growth industry itself, having worked alongside other well-known mentors like Bob Proctor, Marianne Morrisey, Tony Robbins and the like for decades. Episode Highlights: David shares how his parents divorce and other trials helped shape him at an early age. Find out the three perspectives David embraced that changed the trajectory of his entire life and career. Hear the shocking story that showed David his mortality. 3 Key Points: We make ourselves by the choices that we make. Mentorship is a key element for success. You have to know HOW to think not just WHAT to think. Tweetable Quote: "You are your greatest resource when things go wrong." – David Neagle Resources Mentioned: https://davidneagle.com/ (https://davidneagle.com/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Blackman is a Hall of Fame speaker, bestselling author, success coach, broadcaster and lawyer. His clients call him, a “business-growth specialist.” His Referrals: Your Road to Results system, helped one client—generate $230 million from referrals, in only 23 months! For over four decades, Jeff has shared his positive, profit-producing messages with audiences worldwide. His bestselling books include the new 5th edition of Peak Your Profits!®, and Stop Whining! Start Selling! As a radio/TV talk-show host, Jeff has interviewed; Oprah, Jerry Seinfeld and Bruce Jenner. He’s also a happy husband, devoted father, veteran softball player, avid biker and a nutty, Chicago Cubs fan! Jeff Blackman helps you Create Profits Through People!® Episode Highlights: Jeff shares about his musical interests as a child and his first time attending a concert with one of the most famous bands of all time. Get immediate strategies for asking better questions. Jeff defines and breaks down the importance of asking "power probes." Learn how to get better results from your conversations. 3 Key Points: You have to ask great questions. All people want you to do is to improve their current condition and help them attain a more favorable future. You must do significant preparation to drive significant results. Tweetable Quotes: "The ability to ask good questions is truly an overlooked business skill." – Jeff Blackman "If you find your passion, the money will find you." – Jeff Blackman "More should not be said than done. You're not compensated for what is said, you're compensated for what you do." – Jeff Blackman Resources Mentioned: https://www.jeffblackman.com/ (https://www.jeffblackman.com/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan Krueger started LionsGate Advisors with a vision of creating a truly exceptional experience for his clients. Since 2000, Jonathan has invested in the personal finance industry and has held several executive management positions throughout his career. As a fiduciary, Jonathan maintains his Series 65 Uniform Investment Advisor license and uses his intricate knowledge of insurance and investment solutions to provide LionsGate Advisors' clients with advanced wealth preservation and legacy continuance strategies. Episode Highlights: Jonathan shares why he opted for an internship as opposed to a traditional college experience. Hear how he cut his teeth on entrepreneurship by selling mortgages Learn about a touching experience that helped shape the way Jonathan views money. 3 Key Points: Seek out experts. Collaborate. Add value. Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathankrueger1/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathankrueger1/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jono Bacon is a leading community and collaboration speaker, author, and podcaster. He is the founder of Jono Bacon Consulting which provides community strategy/execution, workflow, and other services. He previously served as director of community at GitHub, Canonical, XPRIZE, and OpenAdvantage. His clients include Huawei, GitLab, Microsoft, Intel, Google, Sony Mobile, Deutsche Bank, Santander, HackerOne, Mattermost, SAP, FINOS Foundation, The Executive Center, data.world, Creative Commons, and others. He is the author of ‘People Powered: How communities can supercharge your business, brand, and teams’ and The Art of Community, a columnist for Forbes and opensource.com, founder of the Community Leadership Summit, founder of Conversations With Bacon, and co-founder of Bad Voltage. He is an advisor to AlienVault, Moltin, data.world, Mycroft, Open Networking Foundation, and Open Cloud Consortium. Episode Highlights: Jono shares the story behind his first book and how it led to his first consulting clients. Travis and Jono discuss self-publishing vs traditional publishing. Learn how to naturally grow your client base. Discover the best way to sell your products and services. Hear Jono's predictions for the future of business. 3 Key Points: Doing good work will lead to people discovering you. Focus on getting good endorsements. Be clear in the product that you're selling. Tweetable Quote: "My goal is to become irrelevant to my clients." – Jono Bacon "Find something you do very well for a very specific group of people." – Jono Bacon "People need to know you before they ever pay you." – Jono Bacon "The future of how businesses will operate is communities." – Jono Bacon Resources Mentioned: https://www.jonobacon.com/ (https://www.jonobacon.com/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A native of Lexington, KY, Chris graduated cum laude from the Duke University in 1995 with a degree in Public Policy Studies. A leader on the varsity baseball team at Duke, Chris was one of only a handful of Duke student-athletes to earn All-ACC Academic honors 4 straight years. Upon graduation Chris moved to Florida and took a position with the Montreal Expos as General Manager of Montreal’s Class A minor league team, the West Palm Beach Expos. At age 22, Chris was the youngest active GM in professional baseball. Chris left the Expos for the dotcom world in late 1997 and took a position an e-commerce software startup in Las Vegas. From 1997 to its Nasdaq IPO in 2000, Chris was responsible for sales and development in the Southeastern US for PurchasePro. From 2000 to 2002 Chris moved to Las Vegas and assumed the Director of Strategic Alliances position with responsibilities of developing and managing domestic partnerships & international distribution channels in Singapore, Turkey, Belgium and Italy. Eventually, Chris decided to get out of the software sphere and follow his two passions – Wine & Music. In early 2003, with the help of business partner Sonny Barton, Rock 'n Roll Wine® was born. A pioneer in the de-mystification of wine, Rock 'n Roll Wine has produced over 400 wine and live music events/concerts in 6 states over the past 17 years. In 2007 Chris was named one of the 40 under 40 business entrepreneurs by In Business magazine. And in 2006, the company started their own Sonoma based winery under the RnR Wine brand. The company’s Wine Amplified Festival which ran from 2006 to 2015 was the world's premiere interactive and innovative wine tasting & music festival credited with revolutionizing the way millennials perceive, taste and enjoy wine & music. In early 2018, Chris began buying talent for AEG Presents in addition to RnR Wine. Chris books shows at The Joint at the Hard Rock (soon to be re-branded as Virgin Hotel) and various properties in the Las Vegas Valley with a primary focus on the 1,480 capacity Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas. In 2019, the Encore Theater is pacing to sell over 130k tickets and generate 10's of millions in top line revenue -- arguably making it the the highest grossing <2000 capacity theater in the world -- and in the top 25 of all theaters under 10,000 capacity. Chris lives in Las Vegas, NV with his wife Dr. Kim Hammond, an elementary school principal, and their two children Chloe (15) and Kaden (12). Chris’ father, Tom, is a retired 4-time Emmy Award winning sports broadcaster for NBC Sports. Episode Highlights: Chris shares about his experiences growing up and how he got involved in the world of baseball. Discover how Bill Gates' book caused Chris to pull a 180 in his career. Hear about the genesis of Chris' wine/music business. Learn what you need to build connections. 3 Key Points: If you want a successful business, you have to create a real solution. Focus on the customer and address their concerns. Developing expertise is important to building critical relationships. Tweetable Quote: "If you establish your reputation as the expert the "who" will come." Resources Mentioned: wynnlasvegas.com rnrwine.com Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hunter's Story: From a young age I knew that opportunity was abundant & I was able to control my income if I had the work ethic. At 6 I was catching lizards & trying to sell them on a dead end road. When I was 8 I started digging through old dumps in the mountains of SC to take antiques to the Flea Market. Through Middle School I hustled candy from my book bag.   Then life got a bit more tough, for me. Before diving in I want to be clear that life's all about perspective. My "tough" may be your "easy" or another man's "devastation." By no means am I complaining. I'm thankful for my trials as it's made me the man I am today. I truly believe life happens FOR you & not TO you. At the end of middle school my family life took a turn from unhealthy household but all living together to everyone going separate ways. My parents were both unemployed and turned to a life that didn't involve us. I went to one grandparents' house & my two younger brothers went to another. From here, I was a decent but stubborn teen who was ready to finish school & create a life for myself.  TRHS Class of 2009: 189 out of 212 Yep, #189. I finished ahead of only 23 kids in my class.  I graduated thanks to the grace of my 12th Grade English teach, Mrs. Looper. All I cared about was graduating & joining the Marine Corp.   I did. September 11th, 2009 rolled around & I graduated from Parris Island as a United States Marine 8 years to the day that made me decide to join the Marine Corps, 9/11/01. I then moved further into public service where I spend 5 years as a Full Time Firefighter & EMT.   As most of you know life as a public servant doesn't come with much income. At just over 30k in salary I spend my days off working on side businesses where I made more than my full time job.   This quickly turned into a passion. I realized that money is not just some material thing I can put in the bank account. It's a tool I can use to serve others. In December 2015 I made my jump from the "safety" of my full time job at the Fire Department & went full time as an entrepreneur. My Chief said, "Are you sure you know what you are doing?" Another friends said, "You'll be back at a regular job within a year." As if I needed any extra motivation. I dove deep into brand, marketing, relationships & leadership from the start. Within a couple years I had multiple businesses creating over 5 Million in revenue annually. Beyond this & what I'm most proud of. I was able to build one of the best teams around & help dozens of other entrepreneurs build their dream life.   I've helped people go from zero to their first 10k month & I've been there to help established companies add millions in revenue in less than 12 months.  When I left the Fire Department I questioned if I would be as fulfilled as I was when I was helping a patient on a wreck. I can confirm. Helping entrepreneurs reach their goals fills my heart just as much or more. I'm here to help. Always. Just reach out.  Episode Highlights: Hunter and Travis discuss Hunter's time as a Marine and Firefighter. Learn the reason that Hunter left the security of his job as a firefighter. Discover the importance of surrounding yourself with good people. 3 Key Points: Stretch your mind, push your body, and grow your legacy. Don’t let fear of failure prevent you from taking action. You’re not going to find great success without sacrifice. Tweetable Quotes: "As you continue to level up in business and life, you’re going to outgrow a lot of your friends." "You could provide your course to somebody, but if they aren’t willing to work then it doesn’t matter." Resources Mentioned:Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Born and raised in Thompson, CT, Eric Kapitulik attended Pomfret Preparatory School, where he excelled as a three-sport varsity athlete. Upon graduation, Eric matriculated at the United States Naval Academy, where he was a four-year varsity letter player on the Division I Lacrosse team. After graduation in 1995, Eric went on to serve in the United States Marine Corps as both an Infantry Officer and Special Operations Officer with 1st Force Reconnaissance Company, 1st Marine Division. As a Platoon Commander within his company, Eric led a team of 20 covert operations specialists on numerous Special Forces-related missions, including long-range reconnaissance patrols, hostage rescues, high-altitude jump exercises, ship takeovers and gas-oil platform takedowns. In 1999, during a routine training mission to prepare for an upcoming deployment to the Persian Gulf, Eric and his platoon were in a helicopter crash that resulted in the death of seven Marines. In response to this tragedy, Eric created the Force Reconnaissance Scholarship Fund to benefit the children of his fallen men. Eric left active duty after eight years of service and received his MBA from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business in 2005. He founded The Program in 2008. Eric holds himself to high standards and always strives to do ONE MORE. He has participated in eight Ironman Triathlons, The Canadian Death Race Ultra Marathon, The Eco Challenge, and The American Birkebeiner Ski Marathon. He is also an avid mountaineer and has summited five of the Seven Summits (the highest peaks on each of the seven continents): Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. McKinley, Mt. Aconcagua, Mt. Elbrus, and, most recently, Mt. Everest. Episode Highlights: Eric shares key life lessons learned from his time at the United States Naval Academy and the United States Marine Corps. Travis and Eric have an important dialogue about failure and the opportunity to reframe failure in a positive light. 3 Key Points: Reframe the way you view failure. Build a habit of courage. Narrow your bandwidth and determine what you want to do. Tweetable Quotes: "You will never have 100% of the information." "Once you make a decision, work your backside off to make it the right decision." Resources Mentioned: http://www.theprogram.org/athletics/ (http://www.theprogram.org/athletics/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Hartman® has been involved in several thousand real estate transactions and has owned income properties in 11 states and 17 cities. His company, Platinum Properties Investor Network, Inc. helps people achieve The American Dream of financial freedom by purchasing income property in prudent markets nationwide. Jason’s Complete Solution for Real Estate Investors™ is a comprehensive system providing real estate investors with education, research, resources and technology to deal with all areas of their income property investment needs. Episode Highlights: Learn why and how you should begin investing in real estate. Discover why you should have multiple forms of income and investment types. 3 Key Points: Don’t have all your eggs in one basket as an entrepreneur. Unless you’re an insider, you’re far less likely to see return on stocks than real estate. Podcasting is phenomenal as both a lead magnet and networking tool. Tweetable Quotes: “I think Wall Street does a fantastic job of separating people from their money.” “Not only is my podcast a great lead magnet, it’s great for networking with guests as well.” “The reason I love income property is that it’s a multi-dimensional asset class.” Resources Mentioned: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-wealth-real-estate-investing-with-jason-hartman/id216013968 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-wealth-real-estate-investing-with-jason-hartman/id216013968) https://www.jasonhartman.com/ (https://www.jasonhartman.com/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heather is an advocate for women's empowerment and domestic violence prevention. Her career in law enforcement led her down a path of learning how to help women go from surviving in life to thriving after the traumatic experience of domestic violence. This led Heather to begin the non-profit, Surviving to Thriving, Atl, which provides a long-term sustainability program for individuals that want to thrive in life after surviving domestic abuse.  Episode Highlights: Heather shares about growing up with artistic interests. Travis and Heather discuss her time as a law enforcement offer and what led her to eventually choose a different path. Hear practical tips to help put an end to domestic violence. 3 Key Points: Don’t fall for the “sunken cost” fallacy. It’s never too late to change your path. Have an escape plan, that plan will keep you safe. Have the knowledge you need to keep credibility with who you know. Resources Mentioned: Heather.knight@tothriving.com https://www.tothriving.org/ (https://www.tothriving.org/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nathan Hirsch is an entrepreneur and expert in remote hiring and eCommerce. Most recently, Nathan co-founded FreeeUp.com in 2015 with an initial $5,000 investment, scaled it to $12M per year in revenue, and was then acquired in 2019. Today, Nathan is a co-founder of OutsourceSchool, a company working to educate entrepreneurs on how to effectively hire and scale with virtual assistants through in-depth courses. Nathan has appeared on 300+ podcasts, is a social media personality, and loves sharing advice on scaling remote businesses. Episode Highlights: Hear the story of how Nathan scaled FreeeUp.com to $12m per year in revenue. Learn the keys you need to get the podcast guests you want. Discover why you should be willing to share your business secrets. 3 Key Points: Be okay with rejection. See if you have mutual connections with someone you want to network with. Put effort and a personal touch into your email reach out. Tweetable Quotes: Collaboration is better than competition. You have to be okay with rejection. Resources Mentioned: https://www.outsourceschool.com/ (https://www.outsourceschool.com/) instagram.com/realnatehirsch https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhirsch/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhirsch/) twitter.com/realNateHirsch Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Young is the founder of The Makeover Master, host of the top-rated “Made Over Podcast”, author of "Made Over: How To Create A Powerful Brand That Will Transform Your Business & Save Your Life", and a seasoned entrepreneur. Mike is the creator of the “Starter Pack Makeover Business System”, as part of what he considers his life’s work and duty to help others avoid the hellish 8.5 years of debt, pain and growing pains (and $200,000+) he spent buying every book and course he could afford, traveling to every seminar and event imaginable trying to get his business to work. Episode Highlights: Mike and Travis discuss how you can find the courage to change your path. Travis explains why there is no such thing as a "safe route." Mike explains how he rebuilt after making some massive mistakes early on. 3 Key Points: Don't stay on a path that's taking you where you don't want to go. Nothing is ever safe. There is no such thing as too much self-investment. Tweetable Quotes: Only hire people who have done what you’re wanting to do and done it successfully. All business happens through people. The fastest way to have your business succeed is to help people solve a specific problem with your specific solution and charge them money that they’re glad to give you for that solution. Sometimes I’m not the best solution. Resources Mentioned: http://themakeovermaster.com/ (themakeovermaster.com) http://nareshvissa.com/ (instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/mikeyoungmakeovers/ (https://www.instagram.com/mikeyoungmakeovers/) http://nareshvissa.com/ (facebook: )https://www.facebook.com/mikeyoungmakeovers.biz/ (https://www.facebook.com/mikeyoungmakeovers.biz/) http://nareshvissa.com/ (linkedin: )https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeyoungmakeovers/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeyoungmakeovers/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hans Struzyna had a 12 year rowing career that culminated in him being a member in the 2016 USA Olympic rowing team. After the olympics, he found himself a little bit lost. He found real estate, got his real estate license, and has been pursuing all avenues in the real estate business ever since. He is a real estate partner with a Wall Street Journal Top 100 nationally ranked team called the Gunderman Group. They focus on advocacy, risk management, and exceeding client's personal definitions of success. They are the top team in the East Bay Area, selling over 180 million dollars per year with over 1.5 billion sold in total with an average price point of 1.2 million. He has also began investing in out of state multi-family properties and has begun flipping homes. His podcast, Another Way to Play, brings inspiration to listeners at their own personal crossroads by interviewing top entrepreneurs. He and his wife are actively building their own empire together. Episode Highlights: Hans gives a behind-the-scenes look at the process of training for the olympic rowing team. Hear the story of how Hans dealt with loss at the Olympic games. Travis and Hans discuss how he began pursuing real estate. Discover how podcasting has benefitted Hans' business and his personal development. 3 Key Points: Much of your success depends on how well you work with others. You cannot allow yourself to become so focused on one singular goal that you sacrifice other important aspects of life. Your network is the key to growth. Tweetable Quotes: If you reach up to the people who you respect as well as build relationships with people on your level and mentor people below you, that is one of the fastest ways to get where you want to go. If you surround yourself with the right people, that will lift you to the place you want to go as quickly as possible. Resources Mentioned: http://hansstruzyna.com (hansstruzyna.com) instagram.com/chiefsnah Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael has advised organizations like Financial Times, Dow Jones, RBC, Omron, Sumitomo and helped Panasonic launch new products into global markets, but more importantly, he's helped over 300 consultants from around the world in over 50 industries add six and seven figures to their annual revenues. Episode Highlights: Michael shares how travel has impacted him personally and as a business owner. Discover how saying no to some things can help you advance. Travis and Michael discuss how to have fulfillment and not just a business alone. Find out how to begin monetizing your content. 3 Key Points: Travel outside your comfort zone. Learn the importance of staying focused. Your audience is going to tell you what you need to be doing. Tweetable Quotes: “I’m a lot more interested in creating experience and memories than accumulating things.” – Michael Zipursky "When I set a goal, it doesn’t matter how, I’m going to make it happen." – Michael Zipursky "The greatest success doesn’t come from addition it comes from subtraction." – Michael Zipursky "If you can bring enough value people will pay for it." – Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zipursky/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/zipursky/) http://consultingsuccess.com/blueprint (consultingsuccess.com/blueprint) https://shows.acast.com/tactical-leadership (https://shows.acast.com/tactical-leadership) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melanie Parish is a public speaker, consultant, workshop leader, author, and Master Certified Coach through the International Coach Federation, from whom she received the Prism Award.An expert in problem solving, constraints management, operations, strategic hiring and brand development, Melanie has consulted and coached organizations ranging from a Fortune 50 company to IT start-ups receiving their first round of funding. Her individual clients include those in FAANG and other top global IT companies. Melanie is a Certified Professional Coactive Coach and Organization and Relationship Systems Certified Coach, and aTheory of Constraints Certified Jonah. As an author, educator, and creator of he Experimental Leader program, Melanie shows people new ways of thinking about their leadership, informed by her understanding of the fast-paced ride of technology innovation. She is based in Dundas, Ontario and Las Cruces, New Mexico  Episode Highlights: Melanie shares how she made the decision to become a coach, and how networking got her there. Hear a key insight from Melanie's upcoming book. 3 Key Points: Travel with appreciation. Surround yourself with good people. Allow a free-flow of ideas amongst your team. Tweetable Quotes: "Travel only with appreciation. Experience it before you make a decision whether you like it or not." – Melanie Parish "Who I know gives me what I know as a coach." – Melanie Parish "You’re going to learn from the people you spend time with whether you want to or not." – Travis Chappell. "Hear how she networked her way into a coaching position." – Melanie Parish "The free-flow of ideas creates a better climate for innovation." – Melanie Parish Resources Mentioned: https://twitter.com/melanieparish (https://twitter.com/melanieparish) https://www.melanieparish.com/ (https://www.melanieparish.com/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zack is currently an Infantry Lieutenant and platoon leader in the United States Army Georgia National Guard. His time spent in the Army has involved extensive training in risk assessment and mitigation techniques that have been proven in the most intense environments. Prior to joining the Army, Zack spent seven years serving as a police officer in the Smyrna community where he grew up. These years were spent receiving the best crime detection and prevention training law enforcement has to offer. Zack earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Penn Foster University. Zack is currently enrolled at American Military University, where he is completing a master’s program in business administration (MBA) with a concentration in security management. He is also a Physical Security Professional (PSP®), a credential that indicates he is an industry leader in physical security with a specialization in threat analysis. Episode Highlights: Zack discusses the pros and cons of the education system he grew up with. Hear the fascinating story behind Zack's journey from law enforcement to military to eventually starting his own security company. Hear powerful advice for becoming a better leader. 3 Key Points: Be an active listener Take ownership. Be accountable Tweetable Quotes: “You can’t grow in your comfort zone.” – Zack Knight “It’s about prevention, not reaction.” – Zack Knight “You can’t lead people who don’t want to hear your message.” – Zack Knight Resources Mentioned: https://knightprotectionllc.com/ (https://knightprotectionllc.com/) https://shows.acast.com/tactical-leadership (https://shows.acast.com/tactical-leadership) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brant Pinvidic is an award-winning film director, veteran television producer, C-level sales and presentations coach, keynote speaker, top-rated podcast host, and a columnist for Forbes. He has been named to the Hollywood Reporter’s 30 Most Powerful Reality TV Sellers and is widely recognized as one of the great creative sales leaders in Hollywood. Brant has taken the life, business, and storytelling lessons he’s developed during his Hollywood career and used them to uniquely bridge the entertainment industry and the business community. His endless energy, quest for adventure, and the 3-Minute Rule have helped make him one of the most sought after C-level consultants in the USA and abroad. He lives in Southern California with his wife and three children. Hear the full episode March 16th when it releases on Travis' new show, World Class! Episode Highlights: Brant shares about the personality traits he possessed as a child that drove him to want to be successful very early on. Hear the incredible story of how Brant funded and produced his own pilot for a TV show. Learn the importance of understanding the level of your peers. Brant and Travis discuss the importance of putting in hard work as opposed to simply building perception. 3 Key Points: Your belief system is crucial to your success. Your struggles are preparing you to find your people and your place. Your success is built on your ability to create relationships. Tweetable Quotes: "You put in the exercise now you're going to see results later." – Brant Pinvidic "The core of my success is built on my ability to create relationships." – Brant Pinvidic "You've gotta know where you sit in the peer level." – Brant Pinvidic "I am not as rich and famous as you think I am. That's just a fact. Nobody is." – Brant Pinvidic "Perception and work go hand-in-hand - that's the secret to success." – Brant Pinvidic Resources Mentioned: https://www.brantpinvidic.com/ (https://www.brantpinvidic.com/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( )https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/makemypodcast (travischappell.com/makemypodcast) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Join the BYN Inner Circle https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/byninnercircle.com (byninnercircle.com) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At 26-years-old, Tomi Lahren is the youngest political talk show host in history. She is now a Fox News contributor and will play a key role in the new Fox News digital platform. She is best known for her signature “Final Thoughts” on everything from Beyoncé to President Obama and of course, San Francisco 49ers quarterback, Colin Kaepernick. Her segments have been viewed on Facebook over 580 million times in the last year alone. Controversy is her specialty but for Tomi, it’s all about faith, freedom, family and of course, final thoughts." Hear the full episode on Travis' new show, World Class! Episode Highlights: Tomi shares about her journey from a small town to becoming one of the most recognized political commentators in America. Hear how hard work is the key to success. Tomi and Travis talk about the way being a polarizing figure can have an effect on your personal life. 3 Key Points: No matter what you're doing, be the best. Find what you're passionate about and make money doing it. Never compromise your beliefe. Tweetable Quotes: "If I’m going to do something I want to be the best at it." – Tomi Lahren "Find what your passionate about and find out how to make money at it – then be the best at it." – Tomi Lahren "Whether I’m selling jeans or working at Fox News, I will be your number one employee because I’m going to put in the work." – Tomi Lahren "Put in the maximum amount of effort into everything you do whether you enjoy It or not and you’ll see the payout." – Tomi Lahren “It’s about building the habit of being excellent.” – Travis Chappell “It’s not an ‘if’ it’s an ‘until.’" – Tomi Lahren "I have to respect you to respect your opinion about me." – Tomi Lahren "No reaction is the best reaction." – Tomi Lahren "Learn by observing." – Tomi Lahren "Do not let your ego overtake your sensibilities." – Tomi Lahren Resources Mentioned: https://www.facebook.com/TomiLahren/ (https://www.facebook.com/TomiLahren/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( )https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/makemypodcast (travischappell.com/makemypodcast) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Join the BYN Inner Circle https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/byninnercircle.com (byninnercircle.com) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam’s passion lies in income producing real estate. While attending Brigham Young University studying Construction Management Sam successfully started his own real estate flipping and long term holding company. As an investor and licensed realtor Sam has bought and sold and participated in over 100MM+ in real estate transactions over the past 9 years. From flipping small homes to developing $35mm fourplex complexes, to buying large apartment communities, Sam has a vast experience and expertise that has not only benefitted his family and partners, but many loyal investor clients as well. Personally Sam has never made less than a 20% ROI on real estate investments, this is possible through careful planning, research and execution (and admittedly a little luck and timing). Integrity and expertise are most important to Sam when working with clients and partnerships. On a personal note, Sam loves the outdoors and the beauty Utah has to offer. Being a dad to Heidi and Liam is the highlight of his life, Lauren his wife are best friends and enjoy traveling the world together. Fly fishing and spending time outdoors and teaching his kids to enjoy this passion is his “WHY”, income producing real estate is what gets Sam out of bed in the morning in order to produce the lifestyle his family deserves. He currently resides in Lehi, Utah (The Silicon Slopes). Episode Highlights: Sam shares how his mission with the Mormon church helped him develop better people skills. Travis and Sam discuss their door-to-door sales career. Discover the importance of connecting with the right people. Sam shares how he's made money on his podcast without even launching. 3 Key Points: Be willing to delay gratification Hard work will always beat talent Focus on productivity – not busy work.   Tweetable Quotes: "Everything in life goes back to how you make people feel." – Sam Newell "What you know never matters until you get introduced to the right people." – Sam Newell "If you want to be the best at something, get around people who are the best." – Travis Chappell "Success is the combination of a lot of work and a little bit of work." – Sam Newell Resources Mentioned: https://ipiacquisitions.com/ (https://ipiacquisitions.com/) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Fox is a Hollywood veteran who has appeared on a variety of programs, including ABC's "One Life to Live," Talk Soup, The Nashville Network, Resorts Networks, and The Golf Channel. Dr. Fox was the creative engine behind "Beat the Bogey Man", the first golf show in public broadcasting history, and has also been featured on "The DewSweepers" and "Speaking of Golf" radio programs on the Sirius/XM's PGA Tour Network. Dr. Fox holds doctorates in both psychology and clinical hypnotherapy and is a highly regarded public speaker. To date, Dr. Fox has made over six thousand public appearances and lectured over one million people. He is also a renowned psychological sports coach. In 2007, Dr. Fox co-founded MindFox Productions to create groundbreaking, impactive entertainment. Designed to reach worldwide audiences, recent credits include "The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute" (PBS 2012), Ethan Bortnick and His Musical Time Machine (2010), and "Michael Londra's - Beyond Celtic" (2011), for which MindFox earned Telly Awards for "Best Lighting", "Best Set", and "People's Choice". Upcoming projects include three reality programs (2013), a new, original web series, and a full-length feature film (in production) scheduled for theatrical release in early 2013. Dr. Fox is the author of two books, including Get Psyched: The Secrets to Lower Golf Scores, and can be seen as the host of "Get Psyched", "10 Questions", and "Kings of the Short Game." Episode Highlights: Travis Fox shares why he chose to end his golfing career Find out how you can discover the path you want to actually follow. Hear the key lessons Travis learned by raising a son with autism. Discover how to help yourself without feeling selfish. 3 Key Points: Don't wait to do the things that you actually want to do. Develop yourself before trying to be an expert to others. Vulnerability is not a weakness.   Tweetable Quotes: “There is no such thing as saving for a rainy day – live now.” The question is, “If I only had 30 days to live, what the f would I be doing?” “Have the courage to get out of your head and follow your heart.” Resources Mentioned: https://player.captivate.fm/UnifyUsa.com (UnifyUsa.com) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( )https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/makemypodcast (travischappell.com/makemypodcast) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Join the BYN Inner Circle https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/byninnercircle.com (byninnercircle.com) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel is president of Quest Education, a company that helps entrepreneurs obtain capital for their companies, pay off high-interest debt and use self-directed retirement accounts to invest in alternative assets With over 10 years of educating small business owners, Daniel has a knack for helping individuals get creative with their finances that leads to life changing results. Episode Highlights: Travis and Daniel get extremely practical about the importance of a strong infrastructure. Daniel shares his story of drug addiction and recovery. Receive practical insights about leading a team. 3 Key Points: Learn to deal with rejection. Strive to make other people better around you. Duplicate yourself.   Tweetable Quotes: You’ve got to show up every day. Whether you’ve lost or you’ve won. You have to be able to duplicate yourself. You can’t go to school and learn how to be hung up on. The number one skill you have to have when starting a business is communicating with others. The biggest thing people do to kill deals is talk too much. What you cannot measure you can’t improve. Resources Mentioned: http://yourquest.com/ (YourQuest.com) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( )https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/makemypodcast (travischappell.com/makemypodcast) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Join the BYN Inner Circle https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/byninnercircle.com (byninnercircle.com) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talk to people that Chris Krimitsos has spent any amount of time with and you’ll hear descriptions like “changemaker,” “motivator,” “catalyst for change,” and “inspiration.” Whether it’s a major corporation’s CEO or a solopreneur, Chris is passionate about being a difference maker. Unlike the featured guest who comes in and delivers a keynote and leaves, slipping out the back door like a national celebrity, Chris Krimitsos is the passionate professional who hangs around talking to anyone who wants his time – to listen, evaluate, and affect change. Chris brings the unique perspective of success from both sides of an event. He understands the challenges of the organizer that needs to move an audience, having himself facilitated over 2,000 events that have brought together business owners, toward economic growth, under the umbrella of Tampa Bay Business Owners, which he founded in 2008. That success regionally was the springboard to launching a national event, Podfest Multimedia Expo, which he grew to over 975 attendees in just five years, with an expectation of 1,500-plus in year six, thanks to his ability to communicate key messaging to that community. Channeling that energy into creating a documentary, now he is making an impact globally. Under the CK Productions banner, as a filmmaker and producer, Chris successfully birthed The Messengers: A Podcast Documentary, which obtained worldwide distribution and theatrical screenings. This after having hosted and produced two TV shows earlier in his career. Of note was one of those projects being archived in the Library of Congress. With a unique skill set programmed to stay out in front of rapid change, Chris Krimitsos – as a speaker, as a business leader, and as a source for growth – is empowering audiences toward better opportunities for succeeding in business in the 21st century. Episode Highlights: Chris shares some of the "cardinal sins" of event planning. Discover one of the biggest traps that promoters can fall into. Learn how to create clear guidelines for volunteers that will result in a positive experience for your guests. Hear some of the coolest stories that have happened during previous Podfest events. 3 Key Points: You don’t ever want to over set-up the room. Be honest about your event. Don’t embellish or lie. Have a clearly defined culture for volunteers   Tweetable Quotes: Whatever you can do, that’s the target. – Travis Chappell Always frame everything in the positive, but don’t be delusional about it. – Chris Krimitsos The only thing that unifies everyone [at Podfest] is the medium. – Travis Chappell I want to make sure all of our attendees have an amazing experience so they can achieve great things. – Chris Krimitsos You have to back up your promises, that builds your integrity over time and that builds your reputation. – Chris Krimitsos My number one core value is community and liking the people around me. – Chris Krimitsos Resources Mentioned: http://Podfestexpo.com (Podfestexpo.com) (Use the promo code “travis” for $100 off your admission.) Visit Travis’ website at https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com (travischappell.com) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://create.acast.com/episodes/3b48e6da-a672-4e83-9897-ddefc4e88bc7/travischappell.com/group (travischappell.com/group) If you want to amplify your network... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dean Graziosi knows how to create success. From extremely humble beginnings Dean started with a firewood business in high school, to a collision repair shop and his first real estate deal before the age of 20. From there he went on to create a multimillion dollar real estate business, became a Multiple NY Times best selling Author, 16 years everyday on TV and is one of the most watched real estate and success trainers of our generation. Dean maximized the success and profits in each of these endeavors along his evolution and his businesses and brand have helped change countless lives. Dean is obsessed with sharing the Success Habits learned along this journey with the world. Episode Highlights: Hear about Dean&#39;s humble beginnings growing up in a trailer park. Dean shares some practical ways to keep your children from becoming entitled. Travis and Dean break down the religious and even cultural stigma surrounding money. Discover the importance of seeking out good mentors. Dean discusses gambling on his infomercial in the 90&#39;s. Find the key to overcoming fear and moving forward. 3 Key Points: Take calculated risk. Reward yourself for the little wins. Find good mentors and become a good mentor.   Tweetable Quotes: &#34;Risk is only something we manifest.&#34; &#34;The magic comes when someone combines the foundation and the mindset with the perfect tactics of someone who already forged a path.&#34; &#34;95% of all books in Barnes and Noble don’t sell more than 1,000 copies.&#34; Resources Mentioned: traviskbb.com Visit Travis’ website at travischappell.com Join the Build Your Network Facebook group travischappell.com/group If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( )travischappell.com/makemypodcast Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Join the BYN Inner Circle byninnercircle.com For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Build Your Network podcast is getting a makeover! We will be relaunching on February 24, 2020 stronger than ever! In the meantime, the conversation will continue in the Build Your Network Facebook Group! Join Us: https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, Travis breaks down his list of favorite podcasts. Podcasts: http://podcasts.joerogan.net/ (The Joe Rogan Experience) https://impacttheory.com/ (Impact Theory) https://insideofyoupodcast.com/ (Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum) https://www.jordanharbinger.com/ (The Jordan Harbinger Show) https://armchairexpertpod.com/ (Armchair Expert with Dax Sheppard) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/born-to-impact/id1437958494 (Born to Impact) https://www.biggerpockets.com/ (Bigger Pockets) http://www.yourmomshousepodcast.com/ (Your Mom’s House) https://theovon.com/this-past-weekend/ (This Past Weekend With Theo Von) https://www.earwolf.com/show/office-ladies/ (Office Ladies) https://www.earwolf.com/show/conan-obrien/ (Conan Needs a Friend) https://www.earwolf.com/show/in-bed-with-nick-offerman-and-megan-mullally/ (In Bed With Nick & Megan)   Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Get access to Audible’s largest selection of audiobooks athttp://www.audible.com/network ( www.audible.com/network) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trent Shelton, author of The Greatest You, Bryan Casella, real estate expert, and Yahya Bakkar, motivational speaker, share their tips for conquering more stages. Episode Highlights:    Trent Shelton How speaking helped Trent get really clear on what he was meant to do. How Trent used networking to kickstart his speaking career. Consistency means you’re reliable, and when you’re reliable you become trustworthy. When you’re consistent you become shareable. Consistent, quality content in front of the right audience makes things happen. Bryan Casella He decided to go to places that were purposeful. He’s made a lot of great relationships meeting at mutual events. Don’t look at networking as work, go to places you actually have interest in. He went to an event and met Josh Altman. A few years later, a mutual friend bumped into him and asked Bryan to speak on the same stage as Josh. He’s constantly forcing himself to get better at public speaking. It’s so important to continuously focus on improving certain skills. You need to reverse engineer what you want your life to look like in a few years and outline steps to get there. Yahya Bakkar What it takes to go from college drop-out to motivational speaker in 1 year. Yayha’s advice for overcoming “imposter syndrome.” How the speed of imperfect action feeds into confidence and success. Why committing to less can grow your self-confidence. Putting yourself out there is the key to growing in who you are. The key to overcoming the fear of public speaking. Tweetable Quotes: "The most important work you can do is offline." – Trent Shelton "I knew that working on communication skills would put me above the rest." – Bryan Casella "Being world class is being so committed to your craft that you become among the best." – Yahya Bakkar Resources Mentioned: BYNInnerCircle.com Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cody Sperber, a US Navy Veteran turned self-made millionaire, is an avid Real Estate Investor and influencer. He is the founder of Clever Investor, a Top Rated Educational Company awarded by Inc. 5000. Clever Investor provides education and support to all levels of investors in conjunction with one-on-one mentoring to provide even more traction and guidance to fast track success as an investor. Episode Highlights: Discover how Cody Sperber entered the world of real estate and made enough money on one sale to pay off his debt AND fund his next deal. Learn how to build a powerful team that will commit to your vision. Travis and Cody discuss how to raise children who don&#39;t get accustomed to wealth and don&#39;t lose their drive. Find out why connecting with the right people is key to success. 3 Key Points: Culture is the most important thing within a team. A large part of getting people on board with your vision is just serving. Who you know is vitally more important than what you know.   Tweetable Quotes: &#34;The most important thing is to pick the right partners and team members. &#34;Regrettable turnover is the worst in a business. Your people and your team are the most important assets you have.&#34; &#34;Alignment equals velocity.&#34; &#34;Learn the importance of proximity.&#34; Resources Mentioned: https://www.cleverinvestor.com/ (https://www.cleverinvestor.com/) Visit Travis’ website athttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/ ( Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook grouphttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ ( BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group herehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity ( byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( travischappell.com/coaching) Download the Himalaya App in thehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 ( App Store) orhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&amp;hl=en_US ( Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams athttps://threenetworkingsecrets.com/squeeze-page ( threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Patrick Bet-David, founder/host of Valuetainment, Joel Marion, the co-founder and CMO of BioTrust Nutrition, and Evan Carmichael, YouTuber with over 11.5 million subscribers, give advice to help you make a mark on YouTube.   Episode Highlights:    Patrick Bet-David He got onto social media last, in the financial industry social media wasn’t really a thing. Once you understand marketing and storytelling things change. You have to do something different to keep your relevancy. Joel Marion How do you create a good lead magnet?  Scale happens from cracking the ‘viral’ code or by paying for traffic. Evan Carmichael The key to building a successful Youtube channel and why Youtube is the best platform to grow. Why focusing on content is more important than focusing on editing. The best performing type of content on Youtube. The 10-minute video rule Tweetable Quotes: "Start something, the world wants to know what you’re thinking about." – Patrick Bet-David "Want to find out what's desirable? Just look at the numbers." – Joel Marion “You go and figure out what the hole is and you fill it.” – Evan Carmichael Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Darren Michael Prince (born February 6, 1970) is a sports and celebrity agent who grew up in Livingston, New Jersey. Prince started a mail order company selling baseball cards at the age of 14 called Baseball Card City and also traveled around the country doing trade shows. At the age of 20 he sold his company for $1.0M and formed Prince of Cards which became an industry leader in private autograph signings for sports and celebrity memorabilia with athletes and celebrities. In 1995 Prince started a new venture called Prince Marketing Group (PMG) which represented athletes and celebrities for marketing deals consisting of endorsements, licensing, TV, Movie, book deals, autograph signings and appearances. If you ask Prince his biggest and most important accomplishment he would tell you is being a recovering addict having celebrated 10 years sober and is a public recovery advocate and speaker who has appeared on Dr OZ. In 2018 Darren Prince released his memoir, Aiming High. Aiming High quickly became an International best seller in 4 countries and on October 6, 2018 made it to Amazon #1 new release list. Episode Highlights:   Darren shares the story of orchestrating the historic meeting between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frasier. Learn how Darren sold a company for $1m as a teenager. Find out how crucial Magic Johnson was to Darren's career – and how they met in the first place.   3 Key Points: Understand the importance of self-worth. Set your ego aside. Prioritize authentic relationships.   Tweetable Quotes:   “Say what you mean, mean what you say, and don't say it mean." "Through my pain in life I found my purpose." "It's the people that are gonna get you places more than the education." Resources Mentioned: https://officialdarrenprince.com/ (https://officialdarrenprince.com/) Visit Travis’ website athttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/ ( Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook grouphttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ ( BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group herehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity ( byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( travischappell.com/coaching) Download the Himalaya App in thehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 ( App Store) orhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US ( Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams athttps://threenetworkingsecrets.com/squeeze-page ( threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, with your host Travis Chappell, he shares a glimpse into the building the network of your dreams. As the title suggests, Travis dives into his three best-kept networking secrets and how the background on how he developed them. Tune in to get the secrets to building your network today. Episode Highlights: The background on developing a show on networking  The genuine way to go about learning about something you don’t know. The secrets to how the most well-connected people go about networking. Secret #1: How you can connect to and become the top 1% in your industry Secret #2: How to add value to anyone Secret #3: How to hack other people’s circles by leveraging relationships 3 Key Points: The best approach to building a network is to not pretend, but develop genuine skills by learning from the people from who you want to learn. One of the keys to building your network is adding value to others. The best way to leverage relationships is to spend time building Tweetable Quotes: “I went the genuine way, which is to start a show about something you don’t know about…and get really good at asking questions to people who you want to learn from.” – Travis Chappell “When your playing with someone that’s way up here, you’re just going to get exponentially better.” – Travis Chappell “Your network will always increase in direct proportion to the amount of value that you can add to other people.” – Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Get access to Audible’s largest selection of audiobooks athttp://www.audible.com/network ( www.audible.com/network) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jefferson Bethke is a bestselling author, and spoken word artist whose YouTube video, "Why I Hate Religion, But Love Jesus," has received over 33 million views since it was published in 2012. He has 700,000+ subscribers to his YouTube channel as well as a successful podcast. Episode Highlights:   Jeff recounts his experience being a poor student in school and the way the education system was not built for everyone. Learn about the nature of virality and how Jeff created a viral video with 33 million views. Discover the importance of being on TikTok in 2020. Jeff and Travis unpack the dangers of "hustling." Get a behind-the-scenes look at the writing process of Jeff's new book, To Hell with the Hustle.   3 Key Points: There are serious ramifications to how we've compartmentalized everything for the sake of efficiency. As a culture, we've forgotten the importance of rest. Whenever someone says a new social media platform is "just for kids" you should be on that platform immediately.   Tweetable Quotes:   “It's more natural to put your 10,000 hours in in obscurity, and then naturally you're very good at your craft once you start getting noticed." – Jefferson Bethke "Do what you actually love." – Jefferson Bethke "Where trying to answer the question, "who am I?" through work and that's a very dangerous situation." – Jefferson Bethke "If you're not paying for something, you're the product." – Jefferson Bethke Resources Mentioned: https://jeffandalyssa.com/ (https://jeffandalyssa.com/) Visit Travis’ website athttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/ ( Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook grouphttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ ( BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group herehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity ( byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( travischappell.com/coaching) Download the Himalaya App in thehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 ( App Store) orhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US ( Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams athttps://threenetworkingsecrets.com/squeeze-page ( threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's face it – we've all set New Year's goals that we have NOT kept. On this episode, Travis shares some ways you can DOUBLE the odds of actually accomplishing your goals. Episode Highlights: Learn how to stop repeating the same goals annually with poor results. Discover the importance of being realistic with goals. Find out about an amazing resource to help you develop helpful habits. Tweetable Quote: "If you create the right habits you’ll be the type of person who achieves the goals you set for yourself." "You are 95% more likely to accomplish your goal if you have an accountability appointment set." Resources Mentioned:  Learn how to build your brand through podcasting at http://www.travischappell.com/apply (www.travischappell.com/apply) Learn how to network at events athttp://www.travischappell.com/yes ( www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website athttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/ ( Buildyournetwork.co)  Download the Himalaya App in thehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 ( App Store) orhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US ( Google Play) Join the Build Your Network Facebook grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ ( BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group herehttps://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity ( byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams athttps://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 ( threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in thehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 ( App Store) orhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US ( Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brad Lea, founder and CEO of LightSpeed VT, Dan Fleyshman, youngest founder of a publicly traded company in history, and Bedros Keulian, owner of one of the fastest gym franchises in the world, give advice to help you build a foundation for success.   Episode Highlights:    Dan Fleyshman People who are mad at the 1% are insane. It’s never been easier to make money – dropshipping, rental properties, etc. The more money you have to work with, it can then replicate and grow. If you upgrade your lifestyle instead of investing, you lose a big investment opportunity. He’s a big proponent of the side hustle and it’s the best time in history to do it. People don’t need as much money anymore to get started. What holds people back from being an entrepreneur? Fear and themselves. Brad Lea "Who" and "what" you know are equally important. If you don’t know the what, it doesn’t matter who you know. If you know everything but you don’t know anybody, then the what you know doesn’t really matter. It’s 50/50 The cliché answer is the “who,” but you need the what. You need to have a pitch, a value proposition, and know your product, otherwise you’re over-valuing relationships. If you already have a good solid “what,” focus on the “who.” Bedros Keulian If you want to move ahead in life you have to “man up” and get out of your comfort zone. Take control of your situation as a human whether you’re woman or a man. Because he hadn’t grown as a leader, his leadership ability became the lid of his success. In 2014 he had a massive anxiety attack that he thought was a heart attack. In 2015 he got a therapist, and he taught him that he was living in anticipation of future pain. He had to man up and have a difficult conversation with his business partner. A therapist will roleplay with you and teach you how to communicate. He had an unhealthy relationship with money, that it was unattainable. For affluent people, money is a means to impact. The number one thing that people can do to change perspective is to get a mentor who is already leading the life that they want and be open-minded. His original mentor turned him on to virtual mentors. Cut out the mediocre people from around you. If you want to have a successful life, you have to be willing to take risks and live in the extreme. Proximity is power. Environmental exposure is important, you start to pick up on their habits. Get around people who are on a different level, and then keep leveling up.   Tweetable Quotes: “Who you know is very important, but you better have your what down." – Brad Lea "Just. Get. Started." – Dan Fleyshman "If I want to do the inner work, I have to man up and face the demons." – Bedros Keulian Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2019 is almost over and it feels like it disappeared in a blink of an eye, In this episode, Travis shares three of the biggest highlights of his "best year."   Key Points: You have the ability nowadays to dream something up in your head and actually see it come true in a relatively short period of time. Money is not the issue. Its time. Tweetable Quotes: "Take account of where you're at in life." "I would rather go broke trying my best trying to achieve my goals and my dreams then keep my money snd stay mediocre." Resources Mentioned:  Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Siloh Moses, a social entrepreneur, Jairek Robbins, motivational speaker, and PJ Dixon, life coach, share about the importance of kindness.   Episode Highlights:    Siloh Moses He went homeless for seven months squatting in buildings. He met someone who believed in him and was a helping hand. He never did anything for him, he just motivated him to do it himself. Just being around this guy for 2-3 weeks he started to look at things differently in the world. He began to formulate and follow a plan. Within a month and a half of talking to this guy every day, he found a job and wasn’t homeless anymore. He started going and out serving and giving back in the community. He’s had business owners who have been around for 8-10 years coming to him for advice. They’ve had success because he thinks of his non-profit as a business, he’s never seen it as a non-profit. Jairek Robbins Sees travel as important to personal transformation. Anyone can travel – even if it's a few blocks away. Get out of your space and help others. Money will not fulfill you. He shares three declarations everyone should tell themselves. We've been trained by society that we need more. PJ Dixon Don’t quit, identify what you truly want to do, living your goals with passion – people become drawn to you because it inspires them to do the same Letting people know that they matter P. J. has advised people to reach out more than once if he doesn’t respond right away The need to be genuine at events and connect – not “what can I get out of this” mentality Who you know vs. What you know: P. J. says it depends on the end result Meet people where they are at/speak their language before raising the bar of expectations Integrity – live your truth, not speaking badly about people, live who you want to be and your mind becomes more still   Tweetable Quotes: "My mentor never did anything for me, he just motivated me to do it myself." – Siloh Moses "Sometimes it takes everything literally being burned to the ground to show us what's really important." – Jairek Robbins “When you let somebody know that they matter, there is nothing that they won’t do for you.” – P. J. Dixon Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emile Steenveld is an emotional intelligence coach, transformational speaker, and the founder of "Elevate."  He has been coaching for close to a decade on how to break down inherent beliefs and old habits that sabotage growth and profitable results.  He shares with us about how to throw a live event in another country, how crucial it is to overcome your own limiting beliefs, and why he chose his "unconventional" career path.   Episode Highlights:   Emile's background and journey into his current career path. From marketing to promotions: breaking out of the shell. The challenge of examining your limiting beliefs. How connecting with others leads to real relationships. Elevate events: a transformational experience. The #1 takeaway participants get from Elevate events. Defining values and how to do the work of discovering your values. 3 examples of value definition. Planning and logistics for live events, especially in other countries. Who you know or what you know? A combination: know your craft, but need to know how to build relationships. The Random Round: a quick-hit question and answer session.   3 Key Points: It's critical to be able to express your emotions fully and connect with those around you. Discovering your values is key to defining who you are and the "compass" for your life's direction. Make sure that you approach every day as an opportunity for building relationships and growth.   Tweetable Quotes:   “I didn't want people to see me or reject me, and I was always trying to get perfect.” - Emile Steenveld “When you're allowing someone to be fully seen, they show up differently.” - Emile Steenveld “You can't heal what you don't know is in the background.” - Emile Steenveld "Don't forget your values.  You are what you value." - Emile Steenveld Resources Mentioned: https://www.emilesteenveld.com/ (Emile Steenveld Website) https://www.instagram.com/emilesteenveld/?hl=en (Emile Steenveld on Instagram) Visit Travis’ website athttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/ ( Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook grouphttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ ( BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group herehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity ( byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( travischappell.com/coaching) Download the Himalaya App in thehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 ( App Store) orhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US ( Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams athttps://threenetworkingsecrets.com/squeeze-page ( threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, your host Travis Chappell shares insights and life lessons he learned from his recent trip to Europe.   Key Points: Controlling your emotions is a must, don't let them control you. Don't allow yourself to be caught in a cycle of negative confirmation bias. Give yourself 5 minutes to be upset about something and then move on. Tweetable Quotes: "If your emotions and your mental state can be controlled by the situations around you, then you will always be at the whim of your situation." "We can never control what happens but we can control how we react to what happens to us." Resources Mentioned:  Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calvin Wayman, author of Fish Out of Water, Annette Raynor, co-founder of Wealth Engineering LLC, and Edwin Arroyave, CEO of Skyline Security Management Incorporated, share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on "connecting with legends."   Episode Highlights:    Calvin Wayman  Masterminds have been the fastest shortcut to his success in business and networking.  Annette Raynor Annette started her career in 1983 with Xerox Corporation in emerging technologies. As a female in the technology field in 1983, she was in a male dominated field. She worked with the Palo Alto research center of Xerox to help the scientists there bring the technologies they were creating to the salesforce. This experience was invaluable in applying technology. She supported fortune 50 companies in solving their largest technology problems. The adoption of technology in the financial sector was practically non-existent. Applying the power of technology to the financial sector to support the common individual is totally overlooked. Her career was filled with great success and great loss that led her to her passion. She created Wealth Generators to share her experience with other entrepreneurs.  Edwin Arroyave More excited now than when he first started the company in 1999. The first 10 years he wasn’t sold on the security sales industry, he did it because the money was great. Early on they started doing 200-250 accounts a month, he trained one guy at a time. He started investing back into the organization and brought in a CFO. He then went from six office employees to 50. He then left the field and focused on the operations. Made less money for a few years. Then they started growing. Even though he took himself out of the field, he’s still very involved with the sales guys. He’s an accessible owner and likes to be well-informed. His investment in his company forced him to be committed to the organization. Keep yourself accountable by forcing yourself to take action on a bigger level.   Tweetable Quotes: “Mastermind relationships compound and benefit you year over year."- Calvin Wayman "The most important things in life are really not associated with the actual money. It's a resource. It's the satisfaction and application of the resource toward things that create a better environment for people." – Annette Raynor "Results give you the confidence." – Edwin Arroyave Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ronsley Vaz is a fellow podcaster who runs the podcast conference "We Are Podcast" and one of the largest audio marketing agencies in the world. He helps clients produce high-quality, marketing-focused audio content. We discuss the psychology of entrepreneurship, and mental health for entrepreneurs, and a variety of topics around podcasting.    Episode Highlights:   What Ronsley has been up to, and current projects. Using what you are passionate about to create content The importance of mental health for entrepreneurs. The effect of social media on mental health. What might surprise you when discussing psychology with entrepreneurs. Navigating the line between "be ok with who you are" and "need to improve yourself." The need to focus on the day to day development vs. the destination. The detriment of the "destination mindset." The key indicators that you need to "take a step back" and re-evaluate. How busyness gets in the way of allowing for our personal needs. Confirmation bias: the best way to lose yourself. The moment Ronsley realized he was doing the right thing. The top skills every podcaster needs to be successful. Empathy: the missing piece of all relationships. Who you know or what you know? Both: what you know can influence who you know, and vice versa. The Random Round: a quick-hit question and answer session.   3 Key Points: Entrepreneurs are uniquely positioned with skills and challenges that require extensive work to create a healthy mental state. Focus your daily activities on what you need to do to be where you want to be. Spend the time necessary to just "be" and listen, so that you don't get lost in the noise of our world.   Tweetable Quotes:   “As entrepreneurs, we have different psychologies and different ways that make the noise inside our heads harder to deal with.” - Ronsley Vaz “The destination is only a result of the work you put in.” - Ronsley Vaz “If you squeeze an orange, you only get orange juice, you don't get apple juice. If you squeeze, what's inside you, comes out.” - Ronsley Vaz "The answers to our questions are already inside us, we've just got to get ourselves out of the way to listen." - Ronsley Vaz "As a podcast host, I think our job is to get someone's story." - Ronsley Vaz Resources Mentioned: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/psychology-of-entrepreneurship/id1479526992 (“The Psychology of Entrepreneurship” Podcast) with Ronsley Vaz http://www.ronsley.au/ (Ronsley Vaz’s Website) https://au.linkedin.com/in/ronsley (Ronsley Vaz on LinkedIn) Visit Travis’ website athttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/ ( Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook grouphttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ ( BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group herehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity ( byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( travischappell.com/coaching) Get the #1 online tool to make your business management quick and easy with Honeybook. Go to http://www.honeybook.com/travis (www.honeybook.com/travis) to 50% off your first year! Download the Himalaya App in theAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, your host Travis Chappell shares why you shouldn't wait until 2020 to make important changes.   Episode Highlights: Learn the importance of implementing necessary changes immediately. Discover why you should get used to doing RIGHT NOW. Key Point: Build a better reputation with yourself by seeing through your commitments. Tweetable Quotes: “If it's worth getting done in 2020, it's worth getting done now." "Don't wait for some magical distant date in the future to start taking action toward your goals." Resources Mentioned:  Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tameka Montgomery, from the Raising Entrepreneurs Podcast, Mark Brazil, from Ikonick, and Jon Gordon, author of “The Power of a Positive Team," share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on "connecting with legends."   Episode Highlights:    Tameka Montgomery Takema has connected with Barack Obama and Michelle Obama. The Presidential Management Fellow program with the US Department of Justice recruits people out of grad school and law school to fasttrack in the upper levels of government.  How did Tameka go from working for the local Denver Small Business Development Center to working in the Obama Administration?   Mark Brazil Mark has connected and is in business with Gary Vanerchuck. It is all about providing value first in a networking relationship.  You can’t be a fan and a friend.    Jon Gordon Jon does speaking and training for NFL and NBA teams around the topic of leadership. How did Jon get his foot in the door with major sports organizations and work with them? What is the most annoying approach that people have when they meet Jon at an event?    3 Key Points: People do business with people that they like.  The reals know the real ones.   Go in to give with your skillset without an agenda.     Tweetable Quotes: “Business is all about relationships at the end of the day.” - Tameka Montgomery “I’m just giving favors to everybody. I can’t really think of that many people in my head that its like, ‘I owe you one.’” - Mark Brazil “If I had an agenda, I’d pretty much ruin the relationship and ruin future opportunities. So, I was just going there to serve and make a difference and make an impact with that coach and with that team.” - Jon Gordon Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Tameka Montgomery: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tsmontgomery/ (Linkedin) Mark Brazil: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmastrandrea/ (Linkedin) Jon Gordon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jongordonenergy/ (Linkedin) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Clear is the world-renowned author and speaker who focuses on habits, decision making, and continuous improvement.  He's the author of the New York Times Best-Seller "Atomic Habits." He's been featured in numerous publications and his website receives millions of visitors each month.  We discuss if entrepreneurs should or shouldn't suck at school, how to truly change your identity, and how long it actually takes to get a book deal.   Episode Highlights:   James' background and journey through school and beyond. Benefits of a smaller community. Combating the need to perform. The Entrepreneurship vs. School debate: a different perspective. Concentric Circles: the best way to change the world. The importance of developing habits of reflection and review. 2 ways for developing habits.  What it took to finally get a book deal, after writing 2 articles a week. The "Incubation period": what it takes to develop habits for the long haul. "Lagging Measures": how to not get restless when developing habits. Signals of progress: balancing expectations with results. Why every person should have a period of reflection and review. The "common denominator" habits for high-level performers. Who you know or what you know? Historically, who you know.  As time goes on, what you know. The Random Round: a quick-hit question and answer session.   3 Key Points: Role modeling behavior is the key to sharing how and why things should change. You have to be able to put ideas into practice to understand what the struggle is really like to implement into daily life. Focus your time on higher level "identity-based" tasks that help you develop into the type of person you want to become.   Tweetable Quotes:   “Where you're at in life is where you're living, so might as well make the most of every situation you have.” - James Clear “We all need a continual sense of reflection, review, and self-reflection.” - James Clear “It's not the last sentence that writes the book, it's all the ones that come before.” - James Clear "Your results are a lagging measure of your habits." - James Clear "Once you start to assign an identity to yourself...you're not pursuing behavior change anymore, you're acting in alignment with the type of person you already see yourself to be." - James Clear Resources Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299 (“Atomic Habits”) by James Clear https://jamesclear.com/ (James Clear Website) Visit Travis’ website athttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/ ( Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook grouphttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ ( BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group herehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity ( byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( travischappell.com/coaching) Get the most smartly-designed and comfortable clothing at https://mackweldon.com/ (Mac Wheldon).  Enter promo code: Travis at check out. Download the Himalaya App in thehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 ( App Store) orAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, your host Travis Chappell shares how you can skip levels in life.   Episode Highlights: Learn the #1 way to skip levels in life. Travis shares how you can begin the process of learning how to launch, grow, and monetize your podcast. Discover the importance of connecting with higher level people. Key Points: Connect with people who are operating on a different level than you. You don't have to play small. Tweetable Quotes: “You'll always fall to the level of the people you hang out with." – Travis Chappell "If you are the most successful person in your friend group, you should probably get around other people." – Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Brown, award-nominated podcaster, consultant and speaker; Jordan Harbinger, Wall Street Lawyer turned talk show host, social dynamics expert, and entrepreneur; and Brandon Turner, active real estate investor and co-host of the Bigger Pockets Podcast share with your host, Travis Chappell, how to run a successful podcast.   Episode Highlights:  Jeff Brown Why Jeff believes in developing relationships for their own sake The value of being a proponent of other people’s work and being intentional, consistent and altruistic in your promotion of it Jordan Harbinger Did another show called The Art of Charm for 11 years. Most of the team came with him when he moved to the Jordan Harbinger show. If he’d stayed with the old brand he would have been lazily plodding along. Watched around 300 Larry King interviews to see what he did and did not like 900-1500 edits in the show to cut out any flubs, tangents, unnecessary promotions, jokes that don’t land, etc. A minute of a listener’s time is worth a lot to a listener. Used to be an attorney, he considers himself an advocate for the listener. It’s not about the guest, it’s about what the guest can teach the listener.? Spends an average of 6-10 hours researching a guest, sometimes 12. Brandon Turner Bigger Pockets chad a bigger launch than most because of the community they had already built. 90% of podcasters don’t make it past episode 7. They teach education for free and sell it on software. You need to follow the LAPS model – Leads, Analyze, Pursue, Success. When you’re a peer or someone who appears as an equal, it helps you stand out. 3 Key Points: Become a proponent of other people's work. Do your research. Approach guests as a peer, not as a fan. Tweetable Quotes: "Be intentional about promoting other people's stuff." – Jeff Brown "A minute of a listener’s time is worth a lot to that listener." – Jordan Harbinger “Starting a podcast is fantastic for talking to people who are where you want to be.” – Brandon Turner Resources Mentioned:  Jeff Brown: Website Jordan Harbinger: https://www.jordanharbinger.com/ (Website) Brandon Turner: https://www.biggerpockets.com/store (Website) Get podcast coaching from Travis at http://www.travischappell.com/apply (www.travischappell.com/apply).  Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Lugavere is a filmmaker, health &amp; science journalist, and NY Times bestselling author of Genius Foods. He appears regularly on TV shows like Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, and the Today Show. In this episode of Build Your Network, you will find out how Max started from nothing and became a bestselling author, and how he ended up in the health and wellness space.   Episode Highlights: Max was born and raised in Manhattan, and was fortunate enough to be exposed to quite a few different things so he was able to find his passion. Both of Max’s parents grew up rather poor as the children of Jewish immigrants, who started a successful business in the Garment District, so those entrepreneurial characteristics were instilled in him from a young age. He started college as a pre-med student but ended up double majoring in film and psychology. He was highly intelligent and always curious, but struggled with executive function and the skills necessary to be a highly successful student. Max focused on documentary filmmaking and worked with journalists who are now household names. He was always casually researching health and fitness from a young age for his own interest and curiosity, so it became something that people knew to approach him about it with questions. Through his own research, he was getting a highly scientific perspective on health issues like ketogenic diets and other things that were really cutting-edge at the time. When his mom fell ill with a form of dementia, Max decided he wanted to find out what could be done with diet and health to help his mother. People often don’t find motivation about their health until something catastrophic happens, at which point it’s almost too late, but things Max has done are reproducible steps you can take now. His book proposal was rejected by three of the four publishers he pitched to, and was only able to dedicate his time to writing by dramatically cutting his expenses and living a lean life for the year he dedicated to write. His publishers were confident that he was the right storyteller for this content and took a chance on him, but Max knew that publishers are playing a numbers game and there’s no guarantee of a successful book. Max did no fancy marketing, he only used basic social media and leveraged contacts in his network. He knew this book was a once in a lifetime opportunity and was dedicated to investing in it, which for him meant things like hiring a PR firm to help manage incoming requests. Within a week, the book hit #4 on Amazon. After he changed up his Instagram approach, he launched his podcast, The Genius Life, in order to continue having conversations with his followers. Success requires you to foster your relationships, which requires networking. Saying that you don’t like networking is an excuse; networking and building friendships are not two separate activities, they are the same. The Random Round 3 Key Points: You can take the thing you’re naturally curious about and cultivate it into a business. Taking advantage of once-in-a-lifetime opportunities may come with sacrifices too. Networking and building friendships are the same activity. Tweetable Quotes: “I knew that I had to invest energy into Instagram. And when it came to figuring out what strategy was going to work, I basically tried everything. I was not afraid to experiment and to fail and to have a post now and then that had no engagement.” –Max Lugavere “People aren’t willing to suck at something. They’re afraid of the embarrassment or other people’s judgement, but ultimately you have to come to terms with the fact that you are going to suck, and it’s okay. Just keep doing it and you’ll get better.” –Travis Chappell “Life is a collaboration. One of the best things about life is meeting people and then making cool shit with them.” –Max... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, your host Travis Chappell shares his tips for how to become an influencer.   Episode Highlights: Freestyle Friday episodes will be available as videos in the future! If you have to call yourself an influencer, you probably aren’t one. The only way to gain influence with people is to add value. Earning authority is part of it, but it’s not the only thing. Your influence will only rise as far as the value you give back. Use personal development to make yourself a more valuable person to others. Key Points: Offering value is more important than having authority alone. To add more value to others, add more value to yourself. Tweetable Quotes: “If somebody does not add real value, they cannot last in the space for very long.” –Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Shop easy, with smartly designed men’s clothes by Mack Weldon at http://www.mackweldon.com/ (www.mackweldon.com) and use promo code “travis” at checkout for 20% off Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Asquith, founder of Rebel Base Media; Amy Porterfield, online marketing expert and online course creator; and Rylee Meek, CEO of The Social Dynamic Selling System, motivational speaker, and mentor, share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on when it’s time to quit your job to pursue your passion full-time.   Episode Highlights:  Mark Asquith Mark left the corporate world after spending some time working for his dad who was a self-employed electrician, and that taught him freedom and flexibility. The problem for him was never the money but was that he was always under someone else’s control. Mark began to develop this point of view when he was young and tried to purchase a hot dog, only to discover he didn’t have enough money, and realized it wasn’t in his control whether he had the money and someone else got to decide what he could or couldn’t have because of it. Amy Porterfield Amy took the corporate route from day one out of college and never considered being an entrepreneur, but her dad always said she should find a way to be her own boss. Amy worked for Tony Robbins for over 6 years as a content creator so she was immersed in the idea of being an entrepreneur. Travis thinks people get caught up in the idea of being their own boss and end up quitting their job and losing their main source of income way too soon. Amy ended up creating a business she actually hated because it’s what she had happened to learn working for Tony Robbins, and it’s networking that propelled her into the next phase. She became a liaison between Tony and a man named Mark who ended up founding the now extremely popular website Social Media Examiner, and who ended up becoming her first client. Rylee Meek Rylee began developing an entrepreneurial spirit as soon as he worked his first 8-hour shift at a gas station and realized how little he would earn. Rylee and Travis agree that everyone should do either network marketing, door-to-door sales, or telemarketing at least once to boost your skills. He didn’t go back to school because he felt he could achieve unlimited opportunity with his business. When he spontaneously went to Malaysia to open his business internationally, he had an early mid-life crisis from the culture shock. Rylee was also engaged to be married and began working as an insurance salesman for a middle ground between being an entrepreneur and being part of an existing business. A colleague told him that 85% of the job was negativity and rejection, but you’d do well if you could focus on the positive 15%. Rylee and Travis have tolerated a lot of jobs they weren’t passionate about because they appreciated the time, freedom, and money, but eventually felt they had to follow their passion once they reached a certain level of success and stability. 3 Key Points: Working for yourself means no one else is able to wield control over what you can do or how you feel. Choose to become your own boss at a moment that makes sense for you financially and professionally. Everything you work on, both the successes and failures, accumulate and impact your work today. Tweetable Quotes: “The problem wasn’t the money. The problem was the lack of control and the lack of fulfillment. No matter how much money I earned doing that, someone would always tell me where I needed to be and when.” –Mark Asquith “Putting myself out there literally changed the trajectory of my future.” –Amy Porterfield “You know that saying that everybody should be a waiter once, & I have that same feeling towards network marketing. It’s gotten a bad rep, but at the core I think it’s a brilliant model & really pushes people to do the uncomfortable until it becomes comfortable.” –Rylee Meek Resources Mentioned:  Mark Asquith:Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig Ballantyne is the author of the Perfect Day Formula and the new book Unstoppable. He is the founder of multiple 7-figure businesses in fitness and coaching. In this episode of Build Your Network, you will find out how Craig shifted from the fitness space to personal development and how to find your perfect mentor.   Episode Highlights: Craig began as a strength coach for hockey in Canada, where he grew up. He knew that to accomplish this goal, he had to get a strength and conditioning certification and a Master&#39;s degree. Craig believes the most important factor to his success was his clarity on what he wanted. On the StrengthsFinder test, Craig got Visionary, Futuristic Thinking, Strategy, Implementation and Learning, and he always thought everyone was like that.  If you experience imposter syndrome, you discount and undervalue things that you are naturally good at and believe everyone is good at it. Craig sent his email newsletter to the editor of Men’s Health and they offered to publish it.  Getting a foot in the door at that magazine gave Craig what he calls his “critical credibility.” Craig figured out how to do what he calls introverted networking.  Whenever you are building a relationship with someone, always try to make their life easier and you will lower the resistance to getting a yes.  To build credibility today, you don’t need to be in the most high-status publications, but rather appear on a lot of websites, speak at events, be a guest on a podcast, take pictures with people, etc. in order to manufacture your own celebrity.  Leverage other people’s credibility in order to boost your own.  Through selling ebooks, Craig had his first business seminar and ran his first mastermind in 2007. Once he wasn’t working as a personal trainer anymore and was working for himself, the freedom and flexibility actually led to Craig going out every night and having severe anxiety attacks. Craig realized that what he needed and craved wasn’t more freedom, but more structure. In an effort to build his business up to the level of a business he admired, Early to Rise, Craig ultimately ended up eventually buying that business! Craig’s coach told him in order to achieve what he wanted, he needed to grow his network and get better at public speaking. To find a business coach, you have to identify someone who has achieved what you want to achieve, who shares your morals and ethics, and with whom you have rapport. You have to do the work to verify coaches’ claims. The more affluent the person, the more important referrals become. Not even the best coach will be able to manufacture immediate, magical results; you have to take responsibility and have appropriate expectations. Set realistic expectations and make sure both parties understand them, both with you coach and with people you hire to work for you. You have to build your business around your life, and not your life around your business—put your life obligations on your calendar first as non-negotiables. Craig firmly believes what you know is more important, because if you knew nobody but you knew networking skills, then you have everything you need. The Random Round 3 Key Points: Don’t undervalue your gifts and greatness. Build credibility and success through speed. Do your research on potential coaches before hiring someone. Tweetable Quotes: “If anybody out there is struggling with impostor syndrome, it is because you discount your greatness. And when you step into your greatness, then all of a sudden your perspective around your value to other people can totally change.” –Craig Ballantyne “Success loves speed. Delay kills dreams.” –Craig Ballantyne Resources... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris Harder, founder of For The Love of Money; Dave Ruel, effic.co; and Nicholas Bayerle, The Billion Dollar Body, share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on .   Episode Highlights:  Chris Harder He believes 20 people is the perfect mastermind size because it allows for diversity of opinion but also the closeness and commitment of family. Both Chris and Travis have started their own masterminds because of how much they believe in them. Dave Ruel What you know and who you know are both important but they have to exist within the right context for you for there to be synergy between them. Dave thinks the most annoying thing for a person to do while networking is to try to extract as much information as possible from a person in one meeting as if you’ll never see each other again instead of playing the long game. Get into conversations that have nothing to do with business to build actual relationships with people. For introverts, Dave suggests being strategic with who you meet and the number of people you meet because each interaction will take a lot of effort. The caliber of people at a mastermind will help you be strategic about who you connect with, especially if you’re introverted. Nicholas Bayerle Paying mentors and putting your money where your mouth is gets you value. Mentors can keep you on track as you take big swings and make polarizing, challenging decisions. Create a step by step game plan to utilize the power of groups and community. In Travis’s experience, something like door to door sales is highly secretive, and people think they can’t share their expertise because it’s akin to giving away your secrets, but if you share information in something like a mastermind, everyone benefits. 3 Key Points: When you find the right mastermind fit for you, it will uplevel your network and business. You won’t click or have chemistry with every person you meet, and that’s okay. Finding community is everything. Tweetable Quotes: “Last year’s mastermind, we made our money back in the first half of the first day of the year, directly from one idea that came from that mastermind.” –Chris Harder “When you’re too strategic about relationships, you’re not going to win at relationships. It needs to be organic.” –Dave Ruel “If people don’t hate you, then there’s definitely no one that extremely loves you either. There has to be a polarizing message in everything you do.” –Nicholas Bayerle Resources Mentioned:  Chris Harder: https://fortheloveofmoney.com/ (Podcast), https://twitter.com/chriswharder (Twitter), https://www.instagram.com/chriswharder (Instagram) Dave Ruel: https://daveruel.com/ (Website), http://effic.co/ (Effic) Nicholas Bayerle: http://www.thebilliondollarbody.com/ (Billion Dollar Body), https://nicholasbayerle.com/squeeze-page15897428 (Website), https://twitter.com/nicholasbayerle (Twitter), https://www.instagram.com/nicholasbayerle/ (Instagram) Get podcast coaching from Travis at http://www.travischappell.com/apply (www.travischappell.com/apply).  Shop easy, with smartly designed men’s clothes by Mack Weldon at http://www.mackweldon.com/ (www.mackweldon.com) and use promo code “travis” at... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Darrah Brustein founded two businesses serving over 30,000 people, and a payment processing company that spans 38 states. She is a prolific writer about thought leadership, read by over 1 million people across Forbes, Entrepreneur, and other publications. In this episode of Build Your Network, you will find out what Darrah learned about business from her first job, how she grew her primary business, and how to amplify your message using meetup groups.   Episode Highlights: Darrah is a twin but went to a different school from her twin brother because she wanted to go to a performing arts magnet school. She developed the capability to fit in wherever she went by being an explorer and being interested in learning what made people tick. Darrah achieved nearly straight A’s in high school but her experience trying to fulfill her father’s definition of success is what led her to learn that you have to define success for yourself. Darrah feels that there is a danger in any extremism in your beliefs and that you should try to find a happy medium between polarities whenever possible. She studied Religion and Italian in college, with the perspective that this was her time to learn for the sake of learning. She spoke to her father’s business colleagues to find out what they look for when they’re hiring, and found that they didn’t care what you studied in school unless it was something highly specialized like accounting or engineering; they preferred someone well-rounded. Darrah was contacted by the owner of a boutique she worked for during college, who connected her to a clothing brand the boutique worked with, who hired her. She made $1 million in sales in all of 10 months, only to realize she had hit a ceiling and there was no room to grow in this role or with the company; shortly after that, the company was sold and everyone lost their jobs. This happened a few more times, where she hit sales goals only to be laid off, so she began reflecting on what she really wanted and knew that it was to start her own business. At this point, her twin brother approached her to start a business and Darrah decided that maybe if she “reverse engineered” her passions and skills, it would lead her to being passionate about the product and service of the business itself. Darrah recommends people focus more on networking than what their first job is. She approaches everything with a curiosity and abundance mindset rather than a desperation mindset. When someone approaches you with a desperation mindset, does it make you want to help them? Probably not. Instead of handing out 100 business cards and hoping it turns into one conversation, try having three meaningful conversations which will become exponentially more. Darrah did a giving challenge where she approached one person a day and simply said she wanted to help them solve a problem or tick something off their to-do list with no strings attached. Darrah makes “reconnect files” on her Google Calendar as reminders to reconnect with people on 30 day rotations to keep her contacts engaged. Don’t leave your networking to chance when you know how important it is; it has to be done on purpose, with intention. Darrah started putting on events as a favor for a friend who was struggling to make friends after college outside of a networking or dating context. Starting this event business was a way for Darrah to elevate her primary business while prioritizing connections over contact info. Build a platform and remain consistent as you build it. Who you know matters to open doors, but what you know matters once you walk through the door. The Random Round 3 Key Points: Defining success for yourself is necessary to discover what you want. Approach everything you do with an abundance mindset, and approach networking with a curiosity mindset instead of... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, your host Travis Chappell shares the three big ways that launching a podcast has changed his life for the better.   Episode Highlights: Podcasting kept Travis accountable to personal development. He had barely read anything and hated reading for his entire life before starting to listen to podcasts. Podcasting has grown his network like nothing else because it gives him a reason to connect with anyone he wants. His episode release schedule also holds him accountable to developing his network because he constantly has to provide more interviews with higher and higher level people. It provides Travis with his ideal lifestyle, including freedom of time, location, and finances. He’s recording this episode from a hotel room in Miami because he’s speaking at an event, but he has the freedom to do that. 3 Key Points: Podcasting holds Travis accountable to his own personal development. It has exploded his network beyond what he ever imagined. Launching a podcast has allowed Travis to have the freedom to live the life he’s always wanted. Tweetable Quotes: “Podcasting has literally allowed me to live the life that I want to live.” –Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Shop easy, with smartly designed men’s clothes by Mack Weldon at http://www.mackweldon.com/ (www.mackweldon.com) and use promo code “travis” at checkout for 20% off Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Ward, a Forbes contributor with his own YouTube channel; Gareb Shamus, the organizer of ACE Comic Con; and George Sheppard, the lead singer of the band Sheppard, share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on how to connect with celebrities.   Episode Highlights:  Tom Ward He’s fascinated by influencer marketing, and though he doesn’t do it himself, it’s what he primarily writes about. He still has a regular job in sales, which often surprises people. If you want to change careers or fields, one of the best ways to build evidence for your qualifications is to write. One of the ways Tom made career choices was by interviewing people doing what he wanted to do or thought he wanted to do to help him make informed decisions. He wants to shift into interviewing influencers and celebrities full-time in the next year. His value to an influencer is that he isn’t interested in the gossip, he’s interested in the business. Something else Tom adds is publicity in the most well-regarded business publication in the world, Forbes. People who see his interview with Demi Lovato don’t see the 9 months of work that went into it beforehand. Sales and networking are the same thing, but in networking, you aren’t selling a product, you’re selling yourself. Gareb Shamus ACE Universe was founded to do Comic Cons in a new way, with the aim of building community. Normally, when celebrities are at a Con, it’s a very exclusive and closed experience, but ACE wants these events to be accessible, open, and shareable. Audience demographics of Cons have changed from being 95% 14-15 year old boys to an older, broader demographic because these initial fans stayed with it so the fanbase simply aged up. As fans aged up, content got more mature, then women became part of it, and now there’s the generational aspect of older fans now coming with their kids. Disney’s purchase of Marvel and Star Wars has made fandom more family friendly. Networking is the most important life skill you can have, and it’s something you can always develop and improve upon. Before social media, Gareb had the mindset of making a connection and accessing people however was necessary, and he still does that without limiting himself to, for example, just phone or email. The more you research how you’re connected to someone and you can reach out through a trusted source, the more likely you are to have success. The failure isn’t in not getting a response or in getting no, it’s in not trying in the first place. George Sheppard You can be a great musician but you still need to know the right people to get your music out there. People who are most successful at networking are the people who are genuinely curious about other people. George’s band ended up getting their first single played on Australian radio because their songwriter’s brother’s coworker at a TV station invited them to play on the show. George can never predict what song will be a hit; a song can be good without all the other factors falling into place that makes it a hit. Their connections got them on tour with Justin Bieber and as an opener for Robbie Williams. 3 Key Points: Sales and networking are the same exact thing. Networking is the most important life skill you can cultivate, and it’s never too late to start. You can’t predict or force opportunities. Tweetable Quotes: “It is a long game, but you should always be selling. Always. There’s always a connection to be made, there’s always a coffee to have or a lunch meeting to take or a networking thing to attend.” –Tom Ward “Networking is the most incredible life skill you can have. It never stops, it’s never too late to get started, and it follows you everywhere.” –Gareb Shamus “It starts with the song, but then it’s... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Michler is a military veteran and the founder of Order of Man, one of the largest men-focused podcast brands. In this episode of Build Your Network, you will find out how Ryan started a hit podcast, the importance of cultivating your skills, and how to motivate your children to do the same.   Episode Highlights: Ryan was in a pre-engineering program and joined the military when he was 17. He studied for financial advising exams while he was in Iraq and worked as a financial and investing advisor for a decade. He didn’t join the military with the intention of making it a career, but just an experience to have. Ryan was raised by a single mom, with some stepdad figures coming in and out of the picture, and his mom has always been his biggest supporter. Ryan wants to be clear that even though his organization is called Order of Man and he works mainly with men, the things they talk about, of course apply to women too. He is keenly aware of the specific testosterone-driven physical energy men have that does biologically make them different from women, and is conscious of how to harness that in a healthy way instead of allowing it to fester into violence. College isn’t useful if you don’t need a degree to do the work you want to do. Ryan suggests experiential learning over college when possible. People tend to look at things as learning versus doing, which discourages lifelong learning. The word entrepreneur is tossed around now and promoted on social media as being able to work from a beach while drinking cocktails, but what that really does is promote laziness. No matter what you do, you have to be a marketer; even dating is like marketing yourself. People often take their reputation with other people more seriously than they take their reputation with themselves; you should care how you present yourself. Ryan began podcasting through recording short audio clips on CDs to use as pitches to potential financial advising clients, and he saw a much higher rate of return with the clients he had given those to. He launched the Order of Man podcast as a way to interview men who inspire him, so he’s essentially getting himself free coaching in exchange for making these interviews publicly available. Nothing about this is luck; Ryan did so much in order to be prepared and to recognize the opportunities he had when they arose. A huge benefit to podcasting for Ryan is the accountability to practice what he preaches. Ryan believes that knowing the right people is how you get the right information. The Random Round: a quick series of random questions to get to know Ryan. 3 Key Points: Learning and doing are not mutually exclusive. Everything you do requires having skills as a marketer. Luck and opportunity are worthless unless you are prepared to take advantage of them when they arise. Tweetable Quotes: “If a man can learn to step up & make himself more capable, he’s naturally going to be a more capable husband & father, he’s going to be engaged in the home, he’ll have emotional intelligence, intellect, the ability to lead & to earn an income.” –Ryan Michler “It’s difficult to face the reality of our own inadequacies, but if you want to grow, that’s exactly what you’ll do.” –Ryan Michler Resources Mentioned:  Order of Man: https://www.orderofman.com/ (Website), https://www.facebook.com/orderofman (Facebook), https://twitter.com/orderofman (Twitter), https://www.instagram.com/orderofman/ (Instagram) Ryan Michler: https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, your host Travis Chappell shares three tools he believes that every entrepreneur needs.   Episode Highlights: These tools are obviously useful for people who aren’t entrepreneurs too, but are necessities for people as busy as entrepreneurs. A wall charger that doubles as a backup battery pack by Anker saves you from having to carry a phone charger and a battery and a charger for the battery. A meditation app called Calm with noise-cancelling headphones has been a lifesaver for Travis as someone who works from home with two barking dogs and a baby. The soundscapes on Calm are helpful so he doesn’t get distracted by music he loves. Travis uses ClickFunnels to set up landing pages to collect emails and drive revenue. Key Points: These tools are useful for anyone but are especially useful to Travis as an entrepreneur. These help Travis create a good work from home environment and improve his business. Tweetable Quotes: “I never really send traffic to my website, I usually send traffic to a funnel. There’s one main focus, when you get there there’s one thing you’re supposed to do.” –Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Go to http://www.travischappell.com/funnels (www.travischappell.com/funnels) for a free two-week trial of ClickFunnels. Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Shop easy, with smartly designed men’s clothes by Mack Weldon at http://www.mackweldon.com/ (www.mackweldon.com) and use promo code “travis” at checkout for 20% off Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Hardy, one of Medium’s top bloggers; Josh Elledge, a PR expert and founder of Up My Influence; and Patrick Bet-David, a YouTuber with over 1 million subscribers, share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on how to grow your audience and develop authentic connections with them.   Episode Highlights:  Ben Hardy The “sunk cost bias” says that once you invest money in something you stop seeing it as something you want to do and see it as something you are actively doing, which increases your commitment. Ben invested in himself to develop his skills as a blogger when he decided that’s what he wanted to do. Once he wrote some viral posts, other publications paid him a few hundred dollars to write for them, but Ben saw that as a short-term win for a long-term loss, as he wasn’t seeing consistent revenue or gain from his blog yet. It took writing consistently for over a year and investing $5-10,000 into it before he was able to launch a coaching business that earned him over $20,000 in a week. Just because you’re spending money, doesn’t mean you’re investing the money in the right things; actually use the skills you invest in learning and the relationships you invest in building. Josh Elledge Josh began by developing a system to cut your grocery bill in half and wanted to help people with it, but without money to pay for advertising he knew he had to rely on exposure. His strategy was to reach out to local media asking to develop content and do segments with them, which snowballed into over 2,000 media appearances to date and over $6 million in revenue. This spun off into a huge consultant business with other startups in his area, and he has now helped over 1,000 people become media celebrities. Patrick Bet-David Patrick has grown a business from a startup to over $100 million in value, so his consultancy comes from personal experience. He’s released videos about how to create viral content since creating a video that got over 31 million views in two months. Engagement and people caring about what you do is more important than viewer numbers alone. Patrick’s favorite content creators are the ones that meet his trifecta of criteria: T-E-A, or their own Theories, Experience, and Application. 3 Key Points: To get results, you have to both invest in yourself and apply what you learn. Ways of gaining free exposure are often more effective than paid marketing. Theories only become useful when you have experience applying them in real contexts. Tweetable Quotes: “If you don’t believe you deserve a lot in your life, you’re not gonna have a lot. And how do you upgrade that subconscious belief system? You start investing in yourself.” –Ben Hardy “We’re so grateful for the work that we get to do to help other people shorten the learning curve so that they can get out of that period where they’re just not being recognized for the good work that they’re doing.” –Josh Elledge “If you go out with the intention of only wanting to go viral, you will constantly be disappointed… Impact is more important than virality.” –Patrick Bet-David Resources Mentioned:  Ben Hardy: https://medium.com/@benjaminhardy (Blog), https://benjaminhardy.com/ (Website), https://www.facebook.com/benjaminhardy88/ (Facebook), https://twitter.com/BenjaminPHardy (Twitter), https://www.instagram.com/benjamin_hardy_phd/ (Instagram), https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminhardy88/ (Linkedin) Josh Elledge: https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shaan Patel is the founder of Prep Expert, an SAT prep company, which he began with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank. He attended USC on a full academic scholarship, continued on to get his MD, got an MBA from Yale, and is currently a dermatology resident, and did all this while founding and growing his business Prep Expert and publishing books.   Episode Highlights: Shaan was raised in the motel his parents owned and ran in Las Vegas, surrounded by entrepreneurship. Shaan’s parents took education seriously and put him in magnet schools for math and science to compensate for the poor public schools in Las Vegas. His parents didn’t just pay lip service to the importance of education, but they practiced what they preached and led by example. Through entirely self-directed work, Shaan raised his SAT score from average to perfect, netting him a quarter million dollars in scholarship money. He knew right away that he wanted to write an SAT prep book, but stresses the importance of allowing yourself to enjoy your accomplishments before immediately moving onto the next big project. He pitched his book to every publisher he could think of and got 100 rejections. In response to the rejections, he took all the content he had created and developed it into an SAT prep course, hired web designers and SEO experts, and launched his course. He taught the course himself the first year and raised students’ scores by over 300 points. Shaan realized he couldn’t grow the business while teaching every class, especially while he was in medical school, so he trained other instructors and discovered his course still achieved the same excellent results so he knew he would be able to scale it. To support his efforts to scale up the business, he took a leave of absence from med school to get his MBA. Mc-Graw Hill publishers ended up offering him a book deal after seeing the growth of his company, and the test prep book was #1 on Amazon. He auditioned for Shark Tank while pursuing his MBA, pulling out his test prep book, which gave him the authority and clout he needed to advance to the next round of the show. The chances of getting to pitch in front of the sharks on Shark Tank is 0.02%, which also happens to be the percent chance of getting a perfect SAT score. You only see a couple minutes of the pitch, but he was in front of the sharks for an hour and a half getting grilled. Before Shark Tank, he had done about $1 million in sales; since Shark Tank, he’s done $20 million in sales. Shaan’s customers aren’t high school student, but the parents of the students. The most beneficial aspect wasn’t the funding Mark Cuban gave him, but it’s the connection to Mark Cuban in itself. Shaan and Mark Cuban co-authored a book about entrepreneurship. In addition to his business, Mark Cuban has also improved Shaan’s personal development and self-help brand by promoting his books. Shaan believes who you know is more important than what you know. Shaan is currently in the last year of his dermatology residency. Random Round: a quick series of random questions to get to know Shaan. 3 Key Points: Allow yourself time to enjoy your successes and self-reflect before immediately jumping to the next project. As an entrepreneur, your marketing is your product, so put the most energy into making your product the best it can be. The years of work you put in when you have no network are what grows your circle and leads to opportunities you probably couldn’t have predicted. Tweetable Quotes: “You should always take some time to enjoy and relax. I didn’t immediately go and be like, I’m going to start an SAT prep company as soon as I got that score. I had the idea to write an SAT prep book but I didn’t do that right away because I just worked my ass off.” –Shaan Patel “Your product is your... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, with your host Travis Chappell talks about what led him to his decision to spend $100,000 on one thing.   Episode Highlights: Travis recently spent $100,000 on one thing, but it wasn’t on “stuff.” He spent the money on entrance into a Mastermind. He has spent about $170,000 on self-improvement for his business over the last couple of years. Travis asked himself what the alternative would have been had he not joined this Mastermind, and he couldn’t come up with any less expensive alternative. Because analysts predict another recession soon, Travis knows he’ll have to lean on his relationships. Value time over money. It will always take you longer to do something by yourself than it will if you find the right people to build relationships. Once he had his son, Travis realized it was the right time to take a big risk to make his dreams come true so he knows his son will never see him regret it.    3 Key Points: Ask yourself what the alternative would be if you didn’t take a risk you’re considering taking. Always value your time over your money. You should be willing to risk it all and put it all on the line for your goals and dreams.   Tweetable Quotes: “People value money way too much. It’s amazing to me when I talk to people who have these big, grandiose dreams and goals for themselves and they don’t want to buy a $300 course because it’s too much money.” –Travis Chappell “You can always make money back. You can never make time back.” –Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Shop easy, with smartly designed men’s clothes by Mack Weldon at http://www.macwheldon.com/ (www.macwheldon.com) and use promo code “travis” at checkout for 20% off Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Brown, a podcaster and broadcasting professional; Rob Sperry, a network marketing educator; and Francesca Moi, the “queen of meetups” share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on unique ways to expand your network.   Episode Highlights:  Jeff Brown Launching his podcast was the smartest decision he ever made because it was while he was laid off from his last radio broadcasting job. Podcasting gave him global reach in a way radio broadcasting did not. He entered the podcasting space in 2012, before it was popular the way it is now. Podcasting was a good fit because of his radio background and because he loves how intimate the medium is. The fastest and most obvious way to monetize podcasting is through advertising. He’s able to make his living entirely from podcasting by mentoring other podcasters and turning it into a coaching business. With a podcast, you’re able to get in front of people for half an hour when they likely wouldn’t give you half an hour of their time if you asked them directly; they see it as using their time in a productive way and gives you a foundation to a relationship with that person. Rob Sperry Some people are givers and some people are “matchers,” who are always seeking to get something back in return for what they give. Being an “ambitious giver” starts with gaining a broader perspective and looking at it like a bank account—if you make regular “deposits” of good will and fewer “withdrawals,” eventually you’ll be able to make a much bigger withdrawal later. Build your proverbial ark before the storm comes. Making a financial investment in something is a motivation to make a greater commitment to that thing. Francesca Moi Francesca started a meetup group in all the major cities in Australia and in four months it grew to 12,000 members. People want a magic solution to getting an audience for their speaking engagements, for example, but the answer is simply to “shut up and build your network.” If you start a meetup, focus it around networking and invite an expert to speak to the group to add value. To monetize meetups, which aren’t inherently revenue-driven, Francesca built trust through her online presence and eventually turned that into a coaching business. She gained momentum for her meetups by announcing it to the current meetup participants in advance, so that by the time it’s announced publicly, there are already attendees. 3 Key Points: Podcasting itself can be leveraged as an unexpected networking tool. Your best insurance policy is your network. You have to get to know your clients in order to effectively market to them and add value to their experience. Tweetable Quotes: “I don’t know that there is a more intimate form our content can take than when we create audio content. And I think when leveraged well, it’s one of the fastest ways to build an audience and one of the fastest ways to build trust with that audience.” –Jeff Brown “I was always taught, go find someone who has what you want and listen to them and do what they tell you to do.” –Rob Sperry “The amount of people that come to me and say I don’t know what my clients want from me, and I say that’s because you haven’t been in front of them, you haven’t hung out with them, you haven’t had a dinner with your clients. Plan a dinner and ask them questions.” –Francesca Moi Resources Mentioned:  https://www.amazon.com.au/Follow-Me-Shutttupp-build-network-ebook/dp/B01DLINAJU (Follow Me!: Shutttupp and build your network) by Francesca Moi Get podcast coaching from Travis at http://www.travischappell.com/apply (www.travischappell.com/apply).  Get your tickets for Travis new live... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron Hale is a chef and 14-year military veteran who became blind after surviving an explosion in Afghanistan and became deaf a few years later. He founded a chocolate business, E.O.D., with his wife McKayla Hale. In this episode of Build Your Network, you will find out how Aaron overcame the odds and created a successful business and expanded his network beyond just selling baked goods to family and friends.   Episode Highlights: Aaron grew up in a fairly artistic family, and his form of artistry was cooking. He joined the military after getting a Business degree because he didn’t have any clear direction and it was the most logical next step for him. His first duty post was in Italy for four years, and in his off-duty hours he really immersed himself in the culture and cuisine. By 2004, the Army needed additional people from the Navy and other branches to volunteer, and Aaron enlisted as part of the Explosive Ordinance Disposal team. In doing an IED check while on duty in Afghanistan, a secondary device detonated and damaged his eyes beyond repair, entirely blinding him. His military training is what enabled him to maintain a healthy mindset and kept him from falling down a hole of despair. Aaron decided to use the skills he learned in rehabilitation to occupy his mind and stay fit by mountain climbing and running marathons. Right before he was set to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, Aaron contracted bacterial meningitis through the cracks in his skull he sustained from the IED explosion, and the infection rendered him completely deaf. Aaron describes the six months he spent completely blind and deaf, before getting his cochlear implants, as incredibly lonely. He decided to make the most of the time by throwing a massive Thanksgiving feast, so he started baking and it became his therapy. From that point, people kept asking him if he could bake for them and started to pay him for it, so it grew into his business named E.O.D., or Extraordinary Delights. Aaron learned from the Stockdale Paradox, which says that a firm grasp on reality is more effective in surviving trauma than blind hope is; Aaron had to accept that he may never hear again and that the cochlear implants might not work in order to get through the experience, rather than putting all his energy into hoping they would. There was more blast damage to his inner ear than a cochlear implant could compensate for, so now everything he hears sounds fully digital because all the sound is coming from the implant’s magnet signal. Aaron used his speaking engagements and climbing adventures to grow his network beyond just selling baked goods to family and friends. Aaron sees who you know and what you know as a yin and yang, as a symbiotic relationship. Aaron sees running his business and becoming a parent as the next challenges for him and as the things that are fulfilling his purpose. The Random Round 3 Key Points: A healthy mindset is what can carry you through any difficult situation. You can find your purpose and direction through continually challenging yourself. Adding value to others’ lives and taking away their pain can diminish your own pain, and that is what running his business has done for Aaron. Tweetable Quotes: “I was finding success through challenging myself. It wasn’t despite struggle, it was because of the struggle. I was growing stronger, more confident, I was growing my network, I was making more friends, and I was adding value to other people’s lives.” –Aaron Hale “Our pain actually diminishes when we take on others’ pain.” –Aaron Hale Resources Mentioned:  https://eodfudge.com/ (www.eodfudge.com/) EOD Fudge https://twitter.com/eodconfections (Twitter) Aaron Hale’sAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, with your host Travis Chappell, he shares the idea of networking smarter, not harder. We've all heard this phrase used in reference to work, but today Travis helps us make our networking more effective, but not as difficult.   Episode Highlights: The 1 guy that outsold me and why I didn't want to be him. How to be effective in networking without killing yourself. Positioning: the key to smart networking 3 Key steps to positioning.   3 Key Points: Working harder or networking harder is not worth the gains produced. Positioning is the key to effective networking. Start with 1 platform and focus your time and energy to grow that platform.   Tweetable Quotes: “If you can position yourself properly, then networking will be much, much easier.” – Travis Chappell “Start with something, but start somewhere and get started now." – Travis Chappell "What you really want to be thinking is...how is this going to benefit my overall success." - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Listen to your favorite books on Audible. Go to http://www.audible.com/networking (www.audible.com/networking) Learn how to build your brand through podcasting at http://www.travischappell.com/apply (www.travischappell.com/apply) Learn how to network at events athttp://www.travischappell.com/yes ( www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website athttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/ ( Buildyournetwork.co)  Download the Himalaya App in thehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 ( App Store) orhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US ( Google Play) Join the Build Your Network Facebook grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ ( BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group herehttps://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity ( byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams athttps://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 ( threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in thehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 ( App Store) orhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US ( Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike McCarthy is the author of "Tribe of millionaires", Co-Founder of GoBundance, and the regional owner of Keller Williams. His brokerage has over 9,000 agents with over 50 locations and is projected to do over $15 billion in real estate transactions this year. He shares about the consequences of not networking and the recipe for true/lasting transformation.   Episode Highlights:   Mike's background as an s.o.b and journey into real estate. Entrepreneurship: Born or Bred? Instilling the entrepreneurial spirit in others. The vision and purpose of FamBundance. Why the path of entrepreneurship went through college. The path after college: assisting in dad's business. Was College helpful? What it takes to be a leader. The importance of continuous learning. Why it's critical to be around the "right" people. Who you know or what you know? The consequences of not networking with the "right" people. The ideas and concepts in the book "Tribe of Millionaires." The 6 effects of getting around the "right" people. Mike's favorite "effect": Authenticity The Random Round: a quick-hit question and answer session.   3 Key Points: It's critical to always be learning and willing to change as a leader. It's important to be around the "right" people as you learn and grow. The effect of authenticity generates true connections to impact real change.   Tweetable Quotes:   “You're never really ready to lead, you always have to be willing to change as a leader” - Mike McCarthy “Who you know teaches you what you know.” - Mike McCarthy “I know that I would not be where I am today without the support of these guys.” - Mike McCarthy Resources Mentioned: https://www.tribeofmillionaires.com/ (Tribe of Millionaires Website) https://www.gobundance.com/ (GoBundance) and https://www.fambundance.com/ (FamBundance) Visit Travis’ website athttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/ ( Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook grouphttp://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ ( BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group herehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity ( byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply athttps://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt ( travischappell.com/coaching) Get cleaner air with Molekule. For $75 off, visit https://molekule.com/ (Molekule.com) and enter promo code: Travis Download the Himalaya App in thehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 ( App Store) orhttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US ( Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 ( iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams athttps://threenetworkingsecrets.com/squeeze-page ( threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, your host Travis Chappell shares tips for making the most of a first impression and how to carry that through to build a real relationship.   Episode Highlights: Once you meet a high-level person, you need to make use of that connection and capitalize on the good impression you made. Travis shares how he learned from leaving a bad first impression with a high performer millionaire in his industry. Talk across to people, not up to them. Respect people’s time. Don’t ask the first questions that occur to you. Look for ways to add value for the other person. 3 Key Points: Talk across to people, because talking up to them will subconsciously position you as being at a lower level. You won’t create a relationship with someone after one meeting. All of these tips are ways to make sure you are respecting people’s time, which will make you more memorable. Tweetable Quotes: “If it’s the first through fifth question that came up into your head, it’s probably something that somebody has asked them in the last 24 hours. So maybe just do a little bit of digging, a little bit of research.” –Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com (www.bynlive.com) Shop easy, with smartly designed men’s clothes by Mack Weldon at http://www.mackweldon.com (www.mackweldon.com) and use promo code “travis” at checkout for 20% off Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rod Khleif is a multiple business owner and philanthropist who has owned over 2,000 apartment buildings. He has experienced his net worth dropping from $50 million to zero and then rebuilding. Rod shares     Episode Highlights:  Rod’s family immigrated from Holland when he was 6 years old and they didn’t have much money. Rod learned that most of your success comes back to mindset. Build relationships with people who think that what you do is easy when you think it’s hard so you can glean tips from them. If you’re willing to do what other people won’t do, you’ll find success because you’ll be getting results no one else is. Find a moment where you’re energized, awake, and well-hydrated to sit down and write every goal, from the practical to the seemingly insane, that you want to achieve in your lifetime, and who you want to help. Set a timeline for each of those goals, or else it isn’t a goal, and then identify your top goals and write a paragraph about why that goal is absolutely essential and non-negotiable. Also identify the pain points and consequences of not achieving those goals, because we will do more to avoid pain than we will to achieve pleasure. The most successful and happiest people start giving back as soon as possible and shift the focus away from their own egos. To build a brand, you have to add value to people’s lives. By giving away content for free, you learn what resonates with people and therefore what to monetize. Who you know allows you to free up brain space because you don’t have to learn and know everything when you have people you can ask and use as resources. The Random Round: a quick series of random questions to get to know Rod.   3 Key Points: Never achieve a big goal without having more goals lined up for the future. Success is defined by giving back once you achieve. The biggest non-negotiable skills for success are sales, marketing, and curiosity.   Tweetable Quotes:  “There are people that think that what you think is hard is so freaking easy.” –Rod Khleif “As human beings, we will overestimate what we can do in a year, and massively underestimate what we can do in ten years.” –Rod Khleif “Your network is your net worth.” –Rod Khleif Resources Mentioned: Rod Khleif: https://rodkhleif.com/ (Website), https://rodkhleif.com/lifetime-cashflow-podcast/ (Podcast) https://www.5lovelanguages.com/ (The Five Love Languages) https://www.amazon.com/Slight-Edge-Turning-Disciplines-Happiness/dp/1626340463 (The Slight Edge) https://www.amazon.com/Turning-Pro-Inner-Power-Create/dp/1936891034 (Turning Pro) https://www.amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results/dp/1885167776 (The One Thing) by Gary Keller Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group http://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity (byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply at https://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt (travischappell.com/coaching) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&amp;hl=en_US (Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, with your host Travis Chappell, he commemorates his high school basketball coach who recently passed away by sharing three lessons he learned from Coach Brandon.   Episode Highlights: Family is everything. Consistency is the thing that leads to success. There are no excuses or exceptions to putting in the work. No matter your connections and privileges, you should still face consequences.    3 Key Points: Family is the most important thing, and your actions should reflect this. Being consistent with your routines and attaching it to what you love and care about will lead to greater respect and success. You can learn a lot just through observing others’ behavior.   Tweetable Quotes: “When things didn’t make sense to me with authority figures, I had a way of getting under their skin through sarcasm & being annoying. Obviously that translated into becoming an entrepreneur because I could never stand working for anybody.” –Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Shop easy, with smartly designed men’s clothes by Mack Weldon at http://www.macwheldon.com/ (www.macwheldon.com) and use promo code “travis” at checkout for 20% off Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Meltzer, author of Connected to Goodness; Trent Shelton, author of The Greatest You; and life coach Tim Storey share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on "who you know" and "what you know."   Episode Highlights:  David Meltzer If you’re doing something you don’t enjoy, you can still derive purpose out of it in order to cultivate passion for it. If you don’t understand what’s going on, try to understand it and put faith into what you want out of the situation. Trent Shelton Once he realized that motivational speaking was his passion, he reached out to coaches to improve his skills and dove right into video creation. Being consistent results in people trusting you and results in shareability of your content. Consistency also means you will inevitably grow and get better at what you do. Tim Storey Don’t focus so much on making choices and decisions that you close yourself off from discovery. People often know they’re going to be successful, but the question is how you will get there and where you’ll end up, which is where discovery comes in. Some confidence is innate, but the other factors are environmental.   3 Key Points: Learning what you want and finding your passion and purpose will inspire others, who will do the same and inspire more people, creating a chain of impact. Consistency is the most necessary ingredient in whatever you do. Confidence is both innate and cultivated by your environment.   Tweetable Quotes: “It’s what we infuse light into. It’s how we find the light. In fact, if you hate somebody or you disagree with someone, the easiest thing to do is find a light, find something you do like about them, look for the positive side.” –David Meltzer “Consistency means reliable, and when you’re reliable you become trustworthy.” –Trent Shelton “Even if it’s not innate, if you’re shy, if you’re the kid that was bullied, get you around the right environment and we’re gonna get the right results.” –Tim Storey Resources Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Greatest-You-Reality-Release-Negativity/dp/1400207932/ref=sr_1_1?gclid=Cj0KCQjwivbsBRDsARIsADyISJ-6f3OzTaaE3Ff_-GzzVNTjnZ1rwoysTkRis1q0bK3-mpd2WCvc20waAnTWEALw_wcB&hvadid=338594250904&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9067609&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t2&hvqmt=e&hvrand=2623479051164033973&hvtargid=aud-646675774026%3Akwd-661269659921&hydadcr=8322_9904443&keywords=trent+shelton+the+greatest+you&qid=1570676043&sr=8-1 (The Greatest You) by Trent Shelton https://www.davemeltzer.com/ (https://www.davemeltzer.com/) https://www.trentshelton.com/home (https://www.trentshelton.com/home) https://www.timstorey.com/ (https://www.timstorey.com/) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Bakhtiar is the founder of Fitness Concepts, now a multi-million dollar business. He is also a competitive bodybuilder and car enthusiast. Sam shares how he has rebounded from failure, how he commits to his fitness and success, and the importance of persuasion.   Episode Highlights:  You don’t get any off hours when you’re an entrepreneur, but you’re the one in charge and calling the shots. You need to hire someone to hold you accountable and push you when you’re an entrepreneur because you don’t have a boss to do that. It took Sam 10 years to make his first $1 million, and then only 6 months to earn his second million. Early in his business, he actually faced foreclosure and bankruptcy in the face of the 2008 financial crisis. Sam has had to master the skill of delaying gratification. Money is like bodybuilding, in that you can lose gains just as quickly as you make them. His main avenue for investing is real estate, particularly flipping apartments. Sam believes who you know is more important than what you know. Seeking out new people is uncomfortable, and it’s easier to stay behind your computer and do things yourself, so you have to make it a priority. Sam gives everybody a chance, but he doesn’t give unlimited chances, which allows the most impactful people in his circle to stick around. Commitment is freedom and discipline is happiness. Humans are programmed to be negative, so we have to rewire ourselves to be positive in a more automatic, habitual way. All entrepreneurs need to build their skills in copywriting, persuasion, and marketing. Random Round: a quick series of random questions to get to know Sam.   3 Key Points: Giving up something now for something greater later is a skill and a muscle that needs to be developed. If you treat people transactionally, you’ll get transactional results. Persuasion is not a negative thing, it’s necessary for business success.   Tweetable Quotes:  “What’s the best thing that can happen and what’s the worst thing that can happen? If you can live with the worst thing that can happen, then you should go for it.” –Sam Bakhtiar “If something makes your heart happy, as long as you’re not being a dumb investor, you’re not doing dumb things with your money, there’s nothing wrong with that. At the end of the day you have to be happy.” –Sam Bakhtiar Resources Mentioned: Sam Bakhtiar: https://sambakhtiar.com/ (Website), https://www.instagram.com/sambakhtiar/?hl=en (Instagram), https://twitter.com/fitnessconcepts?lang=en (Twitter), https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_z9K2VaB3DNBxxyzkoIIjw (Youtube) https://www.amazon.com/What-When-Talk-Your-Self/dp/1501171992 (What To Say When You Talk to Yourself) https://www.amazon.com/Influence-Psychology-Persuasion-Robert-Cialdini/dp/006124189X (Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group http://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity (byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply at https://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt (travischappell.com/coaching) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) orAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Freestyle Friday, Travis talks about the upcoming Build Your Network Live event and ways you can maximize your experience at the event.   Episode Highlights:  Build Your Network Live will prioritize connection over content. Topgolf games during lunch are included. The venue has sunlight, so you won’t be holed up in a windowless conference room for seven hours. There is a low speaker to attendee ratio, allowing you to make connections. VIP tickets are sold out, but general admission is still available and only costs $99. If you are dissatisfied at the end of the event, Travis will refund you double the cost of the ticket. Once you’re registered, look up the speakers and other attendees using Travis’ Facebook group. Prepare a system for follow-ups after the event. Especially if you’re an introvert, stand in a high-traffic area and let people come to you.   Key Points: BYN Live is a different type of event that will allow you to form meaningful connections. You need open body language to attract connections. Tweetable Quotes:  “This is going to be the biggest bang for your buck in terms of what a live event can offer for you.” –Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group http://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity (byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply at https://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt (travischappell.com/coaching) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/squeeze-page (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Manero, author of “You Need More Money”, Evan Stewart, a 25-year-old luxury real estate developer, and Jeff Hoffman, founder of Priceline.com, share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on "who you know" and "what you know."   Episode Highlights:  Matt Manero It starts with “what” and moves into “who,” because you won’t be on a big “Who’s” radar unless you have excellence in a “what.” Ultimately though, it comes down to who you know. If you want to get out of a conversation with someone who isn’t beneficial to you, just say that it’s been a pleasure talking, and then walk away.   Evan Stewart Who you know is more important. To break into a higher real estate budget level it was all about who he knew and who his clients were referring him to. Education is what you can do to compensate for lack of experience; if you can’t say you have ten years’ experience, you need something else to lean on.   Jeff Hoffman Nobody is great at twelve things, so you need other people in your network to round out your team to accomplish big things. Schedule days where you aren’t in the office doing work, but are out in the world growing your network. People who claim they’re too busy to network could solve the problem of being too busy by networking and finding people to build a team to take things off their plate.   3 Key Points: You need a level of competency in what you do, but you won’t get better at what you do without who you know. Schedule time in your calendar specifically for networking. Use networking to find people whose skills fill in the gaps of what you don’t know.   Tweetable Quotes: “Excellence in what will not allow you to reach your potential unless you have excellence in who. And excellence in who will not work unless you have excellence in what.” –Matt Manero “Everybody says you’re full of crap because you’re in your twenties until you do tens of millions of dollars in sales, and all of a sudden nobody cares how old you are because they know you do your job.” –Evan Stewart “No big accomplishment in the world was ever accomplished by one person. You really are limited by the strength of your network or the weakness of it.” –Jeff Hoffman Resources Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/You-Need-More-Money-Financial/dp/0735216983 (You Need More Money) by Matt Manero Matt Manero’s http://www.mattmanero.com/ (website) | https://twitter.com/MattManero (Twitter)  Evan Stewart’s https://twitter.com/CompassEvan (Twitter) | https://www.facebook.com/CompassEvan/ (Facebook) | https://www.instagram.com/CompassEvan/ (Instagram) Jeff Hoffman’s http://jeffhoffman.com/ (Website) | https://twitter.com/speakerjeff (Twitter) | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffhoff/ (Linkedin) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jasmine Star is an internationally recognized photographer and entrepreneur. She dropped out of law school to pursue photography and became a business strategist alongside her photography business. Jasmine shares with us how she grew her business, living in the “good old days,” and how to break into the  big leagues of whatever industry you’re in.   Episode Highlights:  Jasmine’s background growing up poor and being homeschooled as the daughter of immigrants. Jasmine went to college planning on being a writer, but ended up studying business. Jasmine thought she needed permission from others to pursue what she wanted instead of giving herself permission. Jasmine knows her success isn’t contingent upon anyone but herself. Jasmine became one of the top wedding photographers in 2 years. Jasmine’s husband worked for a startup while she was launching her business and they were very cash-strapped. There will always be hard times, obstacles, and struggles, so it benefits you to reframe. Which is more important: who you know or what you know? Networking should shift away from reaching out and move to reaching up by sharing valuable content. Jasmine shares the value of doing more with less. How sharing her process as she learned photography skills made her relatable and gain more clients from it even though she wasn’t a good photographer yet. Remember that everyone who engages with you is taking time out of their day to appreciate you, and it’s important to be thankful for their attention. The Random Round: a quick series of random questions to get to know Jasmine.   3 Key Points: Take radical responsibility for yourself. What you know is only useful if you share it. Shifting your perspective from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset.   Tweetable Quotes:  “In the process of chasing the illusion of happiness, we miss the memories that happen today.” –Jasmine Star “It’s not or, it’s and.” –Jasmine Star “I encourage people to do the dumb, the slow, the unscalable, the unsexy, the boring, and the hard.” –Jasmine Star Resources Mentioned: Visit Jasmine’s website at http://www.jasminestar.com/ (www.jasminestar.com)  Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group http://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity (byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply at https://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt (travischappell.com/coaching) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/squeeze-page (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, with your host Travis Chappell, he shares the fact that everyone is a producer. You are either producing results or producing excuses. We are responsible for how we react to successes and failures.     Episode Highlights: One of the first lessons I learned from a business mentor. The importance of taking responsibility. Why we must learn from mistakes to produce results.    3 Key Points: You must be able to take responsibility for failures and not make excuses. Remember that responsibility and fault are not the same things. Everybody is a producer, it's just a matter of what you are producing.   Tweetable Quotes: “There's either 1 of 2 people in sales...you're someone that produces excuses or someone who produces results. ” – Travis Chappell “If you're an excuse-maker, then you are always looking for a reason to justify the failure in the first place." – Travis Chappell "I'd rather take control too much, then run the risk of not taking responsibility enough." - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Check out Travis on Youtube at http://www.travischappell.com/youtube (www.travischappell.com/youtube) Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evan Carmichael, a business Youtube master with over 2 million subscribers, and Ed Mylett, a personal mentor with incredible insight, and David Meltzer, the CEO of Sports One Marketing and producer of "Elevator Pitch" share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on "who you know" and "what you know."   Episode Highlights:  Evan Carmichael What you know gets you to who you know. Networking for Introverts: A story of a connection Evan had that led to a great opportunity.   Ed Mylett Both critically important, but to pick one: what you know. A story of a connection Ed had let to a great opportunity. Thoughts on the times when you are down. The importance of continuing to put in the work.   David Meltzer Top relationship tips. "Who you know can give you opportunity even though you don't know what." The wrong "way" when trying to connect with people. David's #1 piece of advice for building a network. The 4 skills to develop in 2019.   3 Key Points: Find ways to create interactions where people will talk to you. Bringing value to others is critically important. The key to growing your relationships is to ask for help and learn and execute on the "what."   Tweetable Quotes: “If you're buried in the corner at the event, head down, nobody's gonna want to talk to you.” -  Evan Carmichael “If I'm willing to do the things that other people are willing to do, I'm eventually going to get the things other people aren't going to get." - Ed Mylett “Put faith in the future, don't put faith in the past” - David Meltzer Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Harris is the CEO of the award-winning creative agency, "Mekanism" and the author of the new book "The Soulful Art of Persuasion." Jason has more than 20 years of expertise in creating provocative campaigns through a blend of Soul & Science. Jason shares with us how to be an effective persuader, if there is value in going to college, and how a connection with Tim Ferris helped Jason get his book out.    Episode Highlights:  Jason's background and journey into marketing. Jason's interest in art history and external pressure to go to college. Thoughts on attending college and the importance of social dynamics. Jason's first job out of college and how it started him on his journey. The key steps to advance your journey and career path. The top lessons Jason learned in process to starting his own company. The advantage of bringing partners in your venture. The importance of collaboration in business. How to understand and own your credibility. The top things to help advance your career. What are the "key aspects " of the "long-game" people need to be aware of? The importance of generosity. The ads that Mekanism created that "stick out." What Jason hopes people get out of his book, "The Soulful Art of Persuasion." The importance of empathy in relationships. How do we build true relationships? How a connection led to a moment of success of Jason. The 1 practical tip for building your network this next year. The Random Round: a quick series of random questions to get to know Jason.   3 Key Points: Collaboration is the key to success in business Genuine generosity is the key in all relationships and in business. It's incredibly beneficial to focus on soulful aspects of building relationships.    Tweetable Quotes:  “The Power of collaboration is critical for success.” - Jason Harris “The people that are living in the competitive mindset, may have a lot of short-term success, but not a lot of friends left in the end. - Jason Harris "Never let relationships drop to zero." - Jason Harris Resources Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Soulful-Art-Persuasion-Habits-Influencer/dp/198482256X (“The Soulful Art of Persuasion”) https://www.thesoulfulart.com/ (The Soulful Art of Persuasion Website) https://www.instagram.com/jason_harris/?hl=en (Jason Harris on Instagram) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group http://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity (byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply at https://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt (travischappell.com/coaching) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/squeeze-page (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Visit https://www.thesoulfulart.com to get a copy directly For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, with your host Travis Chappell, he shares the high level "blimp view" of how to network at events.  Simple things that can help differentiate you from others when networking.   Episode Highlights: The re-emergence of email as the primary platform for marketing. Why Live Events are the future for networking. 3 keys to networking at live events: preparation, other events, and let others talk. How to cultivate your social media for positivity    3 Key Points: You can never overlook the importance of personal connection. Never under-estimate the importance of preparation. How you make people "feel" is way more important than what you say.   Tweetable Quotes: “Email is the only thing that we truly own, have, and can keep.” – Travis Chappell “People will never, ever, ever remember what you say, but always remember how you made them feel." – Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Shop easy, with smartly designed men’s clothes by Mack Weldon at http://www.macwheldon.com/ (www.macwheldon.com) and use promo code “travis” at checkout for 20% off Learn how to network at events at http://www.travischappell.com/yes (www.travischappell.com/yes) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trent Shelton, former NFL player and author of "The Greatest You", Yahya Bakkar, family man, speaking coach, and online business coach, and Dan Fleyshman, youngest founder of a publicly-traded company in history, share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on "who you know" and "what you know."   Episode Highlights:  Trent Shelton Who you know: "Me meeting someone brought me here." A key moment where a connection led to a big success. Trent's advice on investing in connections: focusing on IOP.   Yahya Bakkar Why relationships are something you should invest in. The importance of "buying speed" by investing in masterminds. Why should you invest in a mentor today? Understanding the value of "Relationship Currency." What you do with who you know is the key.   Dan Fleyshman "Absolutely who you know, it's not even close...I don't need to know what that expert knows." The importance of "fast-forwarding" the "what you know." Dan's story of a big moment of success through relationships. Dan's #1 most important practice for building a network.   3 Key Points: You must focus on "IOP: Investing in Other People" to be successful. It's critical to have some form of a mentor at every stage of your life and business. Money can buy anything in the world, but it can't buy access, "cool", or information.     Tweetable Quotes: “You're investing your money already, you're just not as aware of it.” - Trent Shelton “We live in an age of infobesity.  People are consuming too much information and not doing enough implementation.” - Yahya Bakkar “Why is it what I know?  It's not what I know, it's what they know.” - Dan Fleyshman Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Automate your everything with Zapier at http://www.zapier.com/networking (www.zapier.com/networking) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diane Mulcahy is the best-selling author of "The Gig Economy." It's been featured in a number of top publications as well as on Oprah.com. She created and teaches the first class in the country on the "Gig Economy" at Batson College in Boston. We talk about the decisions that led to her career path, how she got the idea for writing her book, and her career choices vs. traditional career choices.   Episode Highlights:  Diane's background and "middle-school" self: Athletics, Extracurriculars, and Honors. The Desire to "go do something different." Diane's student journey and focus at Harvard. What it takes to "let go" of what you thought you wanted to do. Diane's advice to find what gets you "fired up." How to avoid waiting to produce what you desire. From Investing in Healthcare to Writing. Combating "Imposter Theory." How to understand and own your credibility. The top things to help advance your career. What is the Gig Economy? The Appeal of the Gig Economy. What it took to actually write a book on the Gig Economy. The revolution of the Access Economy. Who you know or what you know? Who you know is more important, but you can make great strides with what you know. The concept of the Offer and the Ask Diane's biggest piece of advice for building real relationships. The Random Round: another profession that would be fun to attempt, who you wish you could spend an hour with sitting on a park bench, how do you like to consume content, a glimpse of your morning routine, go-to pump-up song, what are you not good at.   3 Key Points: It's important to pursue the things and ideas that get you "fired up." Reflect on what are the values and priorities that important to you and spend your time and energy on. Work towards the goal of living a life that you don't have to take a vacation from.    Tweetable Quotes:   “College is a low-risk environment to try out anything that interests you.” - Diane Mulcahy “When you start your career, look around you and figure out who's job you want, and set your sights on that.” - Diane Mulcahy “For many people, they have the credibility, expertise, or ability, they just don't recognize it within themselves.” - Diane Mulcahy Resources Mentioned: https://www.dianemulcahy.com/ (Diane Mulcahy Website) Book Recommendation: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382 (Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group http://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity (byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply at https://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt (travischappell.com/coaching) Get equity-free investments from Clearbanc at http://clearbanc.com/travis (clearbanc.com/travis) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams atAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, with your host Travis Chappell, he shares about the reasons you need to stop watching the news right now, and 3 actions to take in auditing your media intake.   Episode Highlights: A quick background on the moment that changed my view. Why we are connected to negative input. How to be aware of the "echo chamber." How to cultivate your social media for positivity    3 Key Points: Be very careful about what you put into your mind, because that's what tends to come out. Focus your media consumption on positive content. Create a positive echo chamber that feeds you constant positivity.   Tweetable Quotes: “Your input always becomes your output.” – Travis Chappell “Get around good people and consume positive content." – Travis Chappell "Be willing to have open conversations, that are not hostile, with people from the other side of the coin." - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Shop easy, with smartly designed men’s clothes by Mack Weldon at http://www.macwheldon.com/ (www.macwheldon.com) and use promo code “travis” at checkout for 20% off Learn to podcast now at http://www.travischappell.com/coaching (www.travischappell.com/coaching) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Bilyeu, Co-Founder of Quest Nutrition who's now starting Impact Theory, Mark Brazil, Co-Founder of canvas art company Iconick, and Dean Graziosi, a natural networking extraordinaire, share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on "who you know" and "what you know."   Episode Highlights:    Tom Bilyeu What you know, but it would be a mistake to discredit who you know. How to impress those you want to impress. What it takes to build the skillset for creating relationships. How to "level up" your networking associations.   Mark Brazil Definitely What you know. You can know people, but not have value to add. Why there is always a place for the smart guy. How connections can help you "push through the wall." The importance of helping people without the expectation of a transaction.   Dean Graziosi Creating relationships with people of influence. Reciprocity is the key to everything: How to add value to others. What you know: the "who" won't come without the "what." Competency: permission to network with others.   3 Key Points:   Do great research to impress those that you are wanting to network with. Connections are best made when "transaction" is not the expectation. Reciprocity is the engine of the universe: Doing simple things for other people will come back to you.     Tweetable Quotes: “If they know I've really broken myself in half to add value, some percentage will do it.” - Tom Bilyeu “The most defensible thing in any market is intelligence and skills.” - Mark Brazil “Do for someone first, expecting nothing in return.” - Dean Graziosi Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Get Mint Mobile at a fraction of the cost at http://www.mintmobile.com/travis (www.mintmobile.com/travis) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Riley Dayne is a Canadian Entrepreneur and Filmmaker. He's best known for "The Abundance Factor" and most recently "Age of the Entrepreneur" where he interviewed some of the world's top entrepreneurs. He has a goal to impact 10 million people with positive, inspiring films. He shares how to connect with successful people, how he became successful filmmaking, and the people you should never take advice from.   Episode Highlights:  Riley Dayne's early childhood growing up in "farmstrong." His obsession with marketing and movies leading into merging those now. Learning from the disappointment of being told filmmaking wasn't a good career choice. Early years in Venture Capital company. Doing better to foster creativity. How to skip levels in your career path. "Age of the Entrepreneur": The idea and the execution. Keys to being successful in filmmaking. The importance of planning in a massive filmmaking project. Fighting against the scarcity mindset. The keys to reaching out to high-level entrepreneurs. Who you know or what you know? Who you know influences what you know. What can get you into rooms you don't belong in. The Random Round: another profession that would be fun to attempt, who you wish you could spend an hour with sitting on a park bench, how do you like to consume content, a glimpse of your morning routine, go-to pump-up song, what are you not good at.   3 Key Points: You've got to have the passion to make it through the difficult times in your career. Planning is so critical to being successful with large projects. Focusing on the things that bring you joy and visualizing the long-term effect are a key to success.   Tweetable Quotes:   “Passion is what's going to give you the grit to get through the hard times.” - Riley Dayne “Your network is as powerful as you're willing to work.” - Riley Dayne “Genuinely being excited for other people's success, and genuinely being willing to help people...is the fastest way to achieve growth.” - Riley Dayne "The purpose behind reaching out is really, in my experience, what gets you a yes or no." - Riley Dayne Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Join the Build Your Network Facebook group http://www.buildyournetwork.co/fb/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/bynuniversity (byn.university). If you want to amplify your network through podcasting apply at https://travischappell.typeform.com/to/Lm38Rt (travischappell.com/coaching) https://www.ageoftheentrepreneur.movie/ (“Age of the Entrepreneur” Movie)  https://www.amazon.com/George-Lucas-Brian-Jay-Jones/dp/0316257443 (“George Lucas: A Life”) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blockbuster/id1451112935 (Blockbuster Podcast) Riley Dayne on https://www.instagram.com/rileydayne/?hl=en (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/rileydayneofficial/ (Facebook) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the... For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, with your host Travis Chappell, he shares about the three different types of podcasters and why you should start a show.  Learn how each type of podcaster has a specific purpose.   Episode Highlights: Why you should start a podcast now.  The 3 different types of podcasters. The Full-timer: why that doesn't have to be you. The Lead-gen-er: focused on bringing people into your business. The Network Builder: become the expert in your niche.     3 Key Points: Don't let not being a "top" podcaster stop you from starting your show. Figure out what type of podcaster you want or need to be, and go for it. Start some type of platform now, even if it's not podcasting, but do it correctly.  Find good people to help.   Tweetable Quotes: “The people that do listen are going to care about what you are doing because it's in your local area.” – Travis Chappell “All you need to worry about is using your podcast as a tool to connect with the top people in your space." – Travis Chappell "Do something, start a platform around something." - Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com (www.bynlive.com) Learn to podcast now at http://www.travischappell.com/coaching (www.travischappell.com/coaching) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zack Friedman, author of "The Lemonade Life", Chris Voss, author of "Never Split the Difference", and Ryan Levesque, author of the best-selling book "Ask" and new book "Choose",  share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on "who you know" and "what you know."   Episode Highlights:    Zack Friedman "Who you know" has the ability to offer something to the "what you know" down the road. Be Authentic: Remember that we are all humans and connect with them in that way. Never be afraid to talk to someone, no matter how "big" they are.   Chris Voss Both!  Who you know may not matter if you don't know anything. What you know must fit the situation. Why preparation and research are so important to your presentation. Why it's critical to speak to small groups in the same way you address large groups. Building another person's vision.   Ryan Levesque Who you know: It's impossible to amass all the knowledge you need in business. Successful people have "one move."  An Example of finding a mentor: the connection with Dr. Glenn Livingston.   3 Key Points:   Authenticity is the key to building meaningful relationships. Who you know doesn't matter unless what you know brings value to the conversation. Become your mentor's #1 student.     Tweetable Quotes: “What value can I offer to someone else, how can I create impact, how can I make their life better?” - Zack Friedman “Who you know is useless without understanding the value of the introduction.” - Chris Voss “My one move is to find a mentor in the space that I want to be in, and I become my mentors #1 student.” - Ryan Levesque Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com (www.bynlive.com) https://www.amazon.com/Lemonade-Life-Success-Happiness-Anything/dp/140021159X (“The Lemonade Life”) by Zack Friedman https://www.amazon.com/Never-Split-Difference-Negotiating-Depended-ebook/dp/B014DUR7L2 (“Never Split the Difference”) by Chris Voss https://www.amazon.com/Ask-Counterintuitive-Discover-Customers-Business/dp/1939447720 (“Ask”) and https://www.amazon.com/Choose-Important-Decision-Starting-Business/dp/1401957471 (“Choose”) by Ryan Levesque Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During this episode, Tilman Fertitta, Chairman, and CEO of Landry's Inc. and Golden Nugget Hotel & Casinos, Houston Rockets Owner, CNBC's Billion Dollar Buyer, and Author talks to your host Travis Chappell. Learn about how Tilman built up his restaurant empire, became the owner of his beloved home basketball team the Houston Rockets, and what you can expect from his book “Shut Up and Listen: Hard Business Truths,” published by HarperCollins.  Episode Highlights:  Where did Tilman’s desires for business come from during his early years?  What was it like to transition from being a teenager to being a young adult?  Was his intention originally to build his restaurant business this big or did he take it moment-to-moment?   How did the transition from his first restaurant to the next?  How did his interest in purchasing the Houston Rockets come into play?  What did the purchase of the Houston Rockets mean to Tilman Fertitta as a local fan?   How confident is Tilman about the Rockets ability for success in the 2019-2020 NBA season? What was Tilman’s path to becoming an author of “Shut Up and Listen?” What does Tilman mean by “be plappy” and “be the bull?” Does he believe that who you know is more important than what you know? What profession other than his own does he think it would be fun to attempt?  If he could talk to someone past or present who would it be, and why?  How does he like to consume content: books, audiobooks, blogs, podcasts, or videos?  What is a book that he would recommend to everyone listening?  What is Tilman’s morning routine like? What is his go-to pump up song?  What is something that he is not very good at?  3 Key Points: Tilman Fertitta is the world’s richest restaurateur.  The “Big Box Theory” of investing in big money-makers like the casino business and the Houston Rockets NBA team has been very beneficial to Tilman Fertitta.  Tilman Fertitta paid $2.2 billion for the Houston Rockets.  Tweetable Quotes: “When you have an entrepreneurial brain, some of it is genetic and it is just the way you are born.” – Tilman Fertitta “You always take everything moment-to-moment and continue to set goals and be very opportunistic. I would say that the biggest thing about being an entrepreneur is being very opportunistic.” – Tilman Fertitta “What gave me the opportunity to buy the Rockets and pay more than anyone had ever paid for a sports franchise in America was the fact that I owned 100% of my company.” – Tilman Fertitta Resources Mentioned:  Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Get equity-free investments from Clearbanc at https://www.20mintermsheet.com/?utm_source=travis&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=pod2 (clearbanc.com/travis) Try ZipRecruiter for free at https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Freestyle Friday, with your host Travis Chappell, he shares about the idea of content traction and the concept of 1 > 0. Tune in for great tips on high quality content that makes a difference, no matter who’s consuming it.    Episode Highlights: Defining the 1 > 0 Idea.  How the expectation of big numbers can crush your content creation dreams. The most important thing to know for creating content. Creating relationships simply for the relationship.     3 Key Points: You have to put in the work as if you have an audience of a million people. Do what doesn't scale. Just get started.   Tweetable Quotes: “Be grateful for the people that are you giving you the time of day now.” – Travis Chappell “If somebody is willing to pay attention, treat that person like royalty." – Travis Chappell Resources Mentioned:  Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co)  Join the Build Your Network Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/byncommunity/ (BYN.media/fb) Join the Build Your Network University Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2Fbynuniversity (byn.university) Leave a rating and review for the Build Your Network Podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-network/id1268488944 (iTunes) Watch Travis’ free masterclass on how to build the network of your dreams at https://threenetworkingsecrets.com/webinar-registration30876682 (threenetworkingsecrets.com) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Philip Stutts, an amazing marketer and owner of Win Big Media, Tim Storey, life coach and pastor of Congregation Church, and Aubrey Marcus, host of the "Aubrey Marcus Show" and author of the best-selling book "Own the Day, Own Your Life" share with your host, Travis Chappell, their thoughts on "who you know" and "what you know."   Episode Highlights:    Philip Stutts Who you know: the “what you know” reinforces the “who you know.” The importance of surrounding yourself with people that help you grow. The key things Philip learned from a debilitating disease. The "moon-shot" that changed Philip's approach to life.   Tim Storey What you know will take you to who you know. Practical tips to those that want to excel in public speaking. Why preparation and research are so important to your presentation. Why it's critical to speak to small groups in the same way you address large groups. Building another person's vision.   Aubrey Marcus Know yourself. Putting yourself in the right state for relationships.  The key factors for successfully building Onnit. How to put yourself in the place of opportunity.   3 Key Points:   Don't let your circumstances keep you from achieving what you are meant to accomplish. What you make happen for someone else, life makes happen for you. Knowing yourself is the most important work you can do to build lasting, meaningful relationships.     Tweetable Quotes: “The disease that I had was the greatest gift I've ever been given.” - Philip Stutts “Build your spot and life will put the spotlight on your spot.” - Tim Storey “The quality relationships come from having the quality that you can offer as value.” - Aubrey Marcus Resources Mentioned: Visit Travis’ website at http://www.buildyournetwork.co/ (Buildyournetwork.co) Learn more about mentorships and masterminds for FREE at http://www.freemmcourse.com/join (freemmcourse.com/enroll) Get your tickets for Travis new live event in Vegas at http://www.bynlive.com/ (www.bynlive.com) https://www.winbigmedia.com/ (Win Big Media) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/utmost-with-tim-storey/id1363851987 (Utmost App) https://www.aubreymarcus.com/ (Aubrey Marcus Website) Download the Himalaya App in the https://apps.apple.com/us/app/podcast-audio-player-himalaya/id1275493456 (App Store) or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ximalaya.ting.himalaya&hl=en_US (Google Play) Get more free content from Travis at http://threenetworkingsecrets.com/ (threenetworkingsecrets.com) For information regarding your data privacy, visit https://www.acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices