Entrepreneur Weekly

The beauty of entrepreneurship is that we are all figuring it out together; no one is perfect and everyone is a rookie at least once in their career. Always ready to embrace a new challenge, Entrepreneur Magazine's Editor-in-Chief, Jason Feifer, steps up to the mic to host his first-ever radio program. We'll discuss earnest first attempts, failures, and origin stories of top companies with Justin Klosky of O.C.D. Experience and SeriesFest, Joelle Mertzel of Butterie, Mario Armstrong of Never Settle Show, and Kristen Tomlan of DŌ. [00:00:00] Attention Rookies: Check Your Ego at the Door! [00:05:53] Justin Klosky: Actor Turned Entrepreneur [00:11:30] Do-it-Yourself Research and Development [00:18:21] Reassess for Success: Turn 'No' into 'Yes!' [00:25:55] Mario Armstrong's Life-changing Rejection [00:33:21] DŌ Deals with Insane Demand

Founder and CEO of The Trade Desk, Jeff Green, breaks down the purchase funnel, look-alike modeling, and targeted advertising. You can't afford to miss this episode! [00:00:00] Advertising in a Data-Driven Wonderland [00:06:23] Purchase Funnel 101: The Customer Journey [00:11:30] Design and Data Converge in Web Advertising [00:18:21] Passing the Torch to the Next Generation [00:27:11] Look-Alike Modeling and Target Marketing [00:33:22] Create Scalable, Personalized Ads

Before he was hobnobbing with the rich and famous, Steve Sims, worked as a humble doorman in Hong Kong. The modest Bluefish founder reveals his secret strategy to unlocking impossible opportunities and luxe experiences in his new book, Bluefishing. Then, Tali Sharot, Ph.D of the Affective Brain Lab at University College London, explains how to increase workplace motivation as we explore the enlightening discoveries chronicled in her latest work, The Influential Mind. Chase Jarvis of CreativeLive ends the show with a lesson on corporate storytelling (ie: advertising). Discover more. [00:00:00] Extra-ordinary: Bluefish Founder Steve Sims [00:06:28] How to Accomplish Anything (Seriously, Anything) [00:11:31] E-mail is Dead. Vampires are Real. [00:18:22] Exploring the 'Optimism Bias' with Dr. Tali Sharot [00:26:38] Manage Your Mental State, Improve Morale [00:33:22] Communicating Your Corporate Story

How can your business become more agile? Amanda Setili, President of Setili & Associates and author of Fearless Growth, offers seven strategies to courageously adapt to market changes. Then, we get a lesson in mindfulness and living with intention from the Founder and President of Nation Leadership and author of Made for Amazing, Mark Nation. Learn how you can optimize your thinking, communicate more effectively, and spur rapid growth. [00:00:00] Exploring Growth Strategies with Amanda Setili [00:05:49] Collaborate and Get Cozy with Uncertainty [00:11:30] Connect Your Ecosystem for Rapid Change [00:18:21] Find a Career that Resonates with Your Soul [00:26:39] Listening to Intuition, Leading with Purpose [00:33:22] Learning How to Focus from the Inside, Out

Want to be an industry leader in the internet age? Aaron Shapiro, Founder and CEO of Huge, explains how their user-first philosophy and edgy corporate culture are transforming preeminent brands by re-imagining the digital customer experience. Then, 4-time Olympian and Founder of Worth Winning, Lauryn Williams, offers practical financial planning advice. Closing out the episode, CreativeLive Founder and CEO, Chase Jarvis, discusses the advantages of pursuing a higher education. [00:00:00] Evolving Your Business in a Digital Economy [00:04:59] Discover the Scrappy Origin Story of Huge [00:11:30] Adopting a Customer-First Philosophy [00:18:21] Financial Planning Services for Millennials [00:27:40] Jump into Business, Bring a Parachute [00:33:22] Find Your Passion through Experimentation

Mark Kohler dispenses critical advice for small corporations and LLCs; learn how forming a Board of Directors/Advisors can protect your assets and save you money on taxes. Then, the "Mentor to Mentors", David Corbin, teaches a master class on becoming a prosperous, healthy, illuminated, and unencumbered entrepreneur. [00:00:00] Safeguard Your Small Corporation Today [00:05:40] Overlooked Tax Write-Offs: Travel Deductions [00:11:30] Don't Waste Energy Staying in Denial [00:18:21] Guilty of First Degree BrandSlaughter [00:25:50] How to Stimulate Positive Consumer Buzz [00:33:22] Be Healthy, Be Serious, Get Naked

Need to hire new talent? In this episode of Entrepreneur Radio, we highlight two significantly underutilized groups in the job market, Millennials and veterans. Entrepreneur Magazine's Editor-in-Chief, Jason Feifer, and Founder and CEO of Operation Military Family Cares, Mike Schindler, explain how the fresh perspectives of these highly adaptable employees can help your business level up. Plus, Chase Jarvis, Founder and CEO of CreativeLive, reveals the cure for 'impostor syndrome'. [00:00:00] Start Using Your Time More Effectively [00:04:54] Inexperienced and Fearless: Power of Youth [00:11:30] Do your customers feel the love? [00:18:21] Changing the Public Perception of Veterans [00:27:24] 'Mission Focused' Veterans in Corporate America [00:33:22] Start Your Journey, No Permission Required

Are great leaders born or does it take a lifetime of experience to expertly manage the masses? Both! Knowledge Kinetics CEO and author of Awakening a Leader’s Soul, Gaurav Bhalla, Ph.D., explains how to tap into your innate business acuity. Then, Order of Man Founder, Ryan Michler, encourages listeners to join The Iron Council, a brotherhood designed to help men achieve their best selves. Learn more. [00:00:00] Shifting the Leadership Paradigm with Dr. Bhalla [00:05:17] Poetry Awakens Leaders, Inspires Innovation [00:11:30] The Rocky Road to a Better Self [00:18:21] Order of Man Cultivates Community [00:26:42] Attaining Sovereignty via The Iron Council [00:33:22] Taking Dominion Over Your Destiny

Are you searching for more podcasts to entertain and inspire you? Entrepreneur Magazine's Editor-in-Chief, Jason Feifer, give us details on his two podcasts, Problem Solvers and Pessimists Archive. Then, Gfycat Co-founder & CEO, Richard Rabbat, reveals why your content creation team should invest in making GIFs. Chase Jarvis of CreativeLive closes out the episode with a lesson on battling burnout. [00:00:00] Captivating Content on Entrepreneur  Network [00:05:48] Entrepreneur = Problem Solver [00:11:30] Easing Growing Pains When Scaling a Business [00:18:21] Is your attention span getting shorter? [00:27:41] Quick and Easy GIF Creation with Gfycat [00:33:22] Extinguishing Burnout with Chase Jarvis

Matt Scanlan, Co-founder and CEO of Naadam Cashmere, takes us on his wild journey from an unemployed tourist sitting in dive bar to the head-honcho of a multimillion dollar company. Don't miss this harrowing tale filled with goat milk vodka cocktails, motorcycle rides, and a bold business plan set on the dusty stage of the Gobi Desert. [00:00:00] Millennials Discover Multimillion Dollar Venture [00:06:01] Stranded in the Gobi Desert without a Plan [00:11:30] Goat's Milk Vodka and the Kindness of Strangers [00:18:20] Raising Raw Materials Costs to Lower Bottom Line [00:26:37] Matt Scanlan Says, Don't Fake it ‘til You Make It [00:33:21] Coming Soon for Naadam Cashmere

Is your intellectual property protected against copycats? Bobby Klinck, Founder of Klinck LLC, offers an expert guide to safeguarding your most valuable asset, IP. Then, MISSION: Milpreneur Founder, Jen Griswold, explains why members of the military and their spouses make ideal entrepreneurs. Closing out the episode, Chase Jarvis of CreativeLive shares how to integrate creativity into your rigorous schedule. [00:00:00] Alan Taylor's Biggest Business Blunder [00:05:01] Composing Contracts to Prevent Litigation [00:11:30] Selecting Brand Names for Success [00:18:21] Military Spouses Facing Underemployment [00:26:44] Preserving Your Legacy Through Business [00:33:22] Creativity: The Daily Ritual You Need

Serial entrepreneur, angel investor, philanthropist, author, and CEO of Bizzultz, May McCarthy, explains how intuition will help you achieve financial freedom. Plus, we bust five common myths surrounding entrepreneurship and get the inside scoop on May's new book, The Path to Wealth: Seven Spiritual Steps for Financial Abundance. [00:00:00] Busting Common Entrepreneurship Myths [00:05:45] If You Build It, They May Not Come [00:11:30] Creating Connections & Time Management [00:18:21] Visualizing Success with Positive Projections [00:27:17] 'Chief Spiritual Officer' Illuminates Possibilities [00:33:18] May's Daily Guide to Achieving Goals

This week we sit down with two disruptive thinkers, CreativeLive's Chase Jarvis and Ryan Harms of Union Wine Company. Chase calls for fundamental change in the formal education system to keep up with the information age. Ryan explains how contemporary packaging lead to an explosive surge in sales. Are you ready to shift your perspective and unlock new possibilities? Learn how. [00:00:00] Be Like a Millennial, Learn Something New [00:05:40] Combining Your Work Hustle and Home Life [00:11:30] Dynamic Education in the Information Age [00:18:21] Union Wine Company Embraces New Packaging [00:27:04] Finding Clarity During Extreme Growth [00:33:21] Mitigating Risk & Making Critical Judgment Calls

Ajax Union's CEO, Joe Apfelbaum, is on a mission to inspire and motivate you to take your business to the next level. Find out how you can create an effective marketing funnel, develop a healthy work/life balance, use positive language to alter your state of mind and more. [00:00:00] How to Focus on Life and Business Priorities [00:05:33] Discover Your Seven-Figure Breakthrough [00:11:30] Positive Language Alters Your State of Mind [00:18:21] Reach Ideal Customers with Marketing Funnel [00:25:29] Educating Your Dream Clients and Employees [00:33:22] E.A.R. = False Evidence, Appears Real

How sharp are your networking skills? Dr. Ivan Misner, Ph.D., author of Avoiding the Networking Disconnect and Founder and Chief Visionary Officer at BNI, explains how to build meaningful professional connections to boost sales. Then, Dropel Fabrics CEO, Sim Gulati, shares what it takes to innovate in one of the world’s oldest industries, textiles. Rounding out the hour, Co-founder and CEO of CreativeLive, Chase Jarvis, inspires us to pursue a passion-fueled career path - Listen now. [00:00:00] ‘Networking Disconnect’ Responsible for Flat Sales [00:04:50] Don’t Fall Victim to Ultimate Sales-Killer [00:11:31] Avoid Premature Sales Solicitation  [00:18:21] Invaluable Lessons from Leading Networking Guru [00:26:16] Dropel Fabrics Transforms Fashion Industry [00:33:21] It's Never Too Late to Make a Change

Can you imagine leaving your home, risking it all for the promise of a better life in a new country? It's no accident that immigrants represent a significant percentage of new businesses in the U.S. They're eager to build their own version of the American dream. Founder and Chairman of Buffini & Company and author of The Emigrant Edge: How to Make it Big in America, Brian Buffini, shares seven core characteristics that successful immigrants have in common. Learn how you can apply these traits to achieve prosperity. [00:00:00] American Dream Instills Entrepreneurial Edge [00:05:57] Gratitude vs. Entitlement Breeds Success [00:11:30] Personal Growth: Develop Your Most Valuable Asset [00:18:20] The Law of Harvest, Reap what You Sow [00:26:47] Achieve Long-term Wealth with Compound Interest [00:33:21] Know Your History, Shape Your Future

You've made a splash in your industry and the sales are rolling in - Don't think for a second that your obstacles are over. Success comes with its own unique set of struggles. We learn how to develop a winning mindset, cultivate a healthy home life, hone in on our target market with online advertising, and manage explosive growth with SunFrog's Josh Kent, Tom Bilyeu of Impact Theory, and CreativeLive's Chase Jarvis. [00:00:00] Surviving and Managing Explosive Growth [00:05:40] Getting Started with Online Sales [00:11:30] Facebook Advertising Master Class [00:18:20] Achieving Excellence: Mind, Body, and Soul [00:26:47] Effective Tactics to Build Confidence [00:33:21] Finding the Ever-elusive, Work/Life Balance

An entrepreneur is born when someone silences their self-doubt and realizes that with enough dedication, they can move mountains. Hall of Fame professional speaker and New York Times best-selling author, Dan Clark, has rewritten the rules of leadership in his new book, The Art of Significance: Achieving the Level Beyond Success. Dan shares his journey from footballer to internationally acclaimed motivational speaker. [00:00:00] Transformation through Intelligent Networking [00:05:19] Welcome Adversity, Achieve Significance [00:11:30] Finding Your Creative Space [00:18:21] Trust Your Abilities, Just Say No to Self-Doubt [00:25:51] It's Not What You Know, It's Who You Know [00:33:22] These Common Beliefs are Holding You Back

Break the mold – It wasn’t built for you, anyway! Don't settle for ordinary when you have the potential to be world class. In this episode we're learning how to escape the comfort zone, give back to our communities, and hone in on a signature style with the host of Resist Average Academy, Tommy Baker, founder of Ramsay Mulholland Events, Rachel Lee Coppola, and founder and CEO of CreativeLive, Chase Jarvis. [00:00:00] Breaking Basic: Free Yourself from Average [00:05:55] Fight Paralysis by Analysis, Take Action Now [00:11:30] Define Your 'Why', Live with Purpose [00:18:20] Transformative Advice from Living Rock God [00:26:00] Music, Money, and Making a Difference [00:33:21] No Copycats Allowed! Celebrate Signature Style

It’s necessary that we understand how to build a company that will endure - Why not gain those skills from a young age? Starting our kids out early with excellent business skills can help shape their future. We chat with JJ Ramberg, Founder of the Goodshop, about her new book The Startup Club, a business skills book for children. Plus, JJ fills us in on how to create a business rooted in passion and conquer common business challenges. Once you have the base skills, it is important to know how to sustain your company. Stephen Van Deventer, CEO of PreveCeutical Medical, Inc., talks to us about how he took he built a dream team united around his vision. [00:00:00] Shopping Meets Social Responsibility [00:06:17] Startup Club:Business Inspiration for Youth [00:11:30] Encouraging Business Investors That You Trust [00:18:21] Constructing Your Super Team [00:26:51] Transforming Healthcare & Saving Lives [00:33:21] Believe in Something, Embrace Transparency

Do you really know what you want in life? Often times we get in the way of running our own business successfully because we haven’t been truly honest with ourselves. Paul David Walker, author of Invent Your Future, discusses some easy steps on creating a stronger organization. Bruce Mittman, President and CEO of Mittcom, explains how to find the right media outlets for your business. He also explains why Subaru’s marketing department is a step above the rest. We end the hour with CreativeLive’s Chase Jarvis who touches on what it means to be an influencer, and how to transition from school to getting paid. Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Tune in now. [00:00:00] Stimulate Insight and Acton, Not Fights [00:05:55] Teamwork Makes the Dream Work [00:11:32] Manage ‘Tribal Warfare’ by Looking Inward [00:18:24] Most Beneficial Media Outlets for Your Business [00:26:25] Subaru Marketing Earns Decade of Record Sales [00:33:26] Chase Jarvis: Be an Influencer, Get Paid

Can you imagine being busted by the NSA and Interpol at the age of 13? This real-life scenario played out for Walter “Scorpion” O’Brien after hacking into NASA to steal shuttle blueprints. With a staggering IQ of 197, Walter is the fifth smartest person in the world, a self-taught coder, and entrepreneur. Shortly after his teenage run-in with the law, Walter founded his own tech company, Scorpion Computer Services. Since then, Walter has been employed by the government to shore up cyber security, started multiple business including Concierge Up and Scorpion Studios Inc., and even saved the lives of American troops by creating ScenGen, the world’s fastest artificial intelligence. Prepare to have your mind blown and business grown by this genius hacker and living legend. [00:00:00] Walter O’Brien Busted by NSA & Interpol at 13 [00:05:54] Scorpion Studios Inc. Credited in Spiderman [00:11:32] Scorpion Works Hard to Correct Human Error [00:18:23] Concierge Up Solves for Real Life Problems [00:27:12] Hire Geniuses to Do Your Work, Seriously [00:33:26] Adapt and Thrive in Business with Concierge Up

No one ever said that being an entrepreneur was easy! Many business owners work themselves to the bone because they have a keen focus on their vision. Although this is an admirable quality, entrepreneurs must remember is that they are only HUMAN. We chat with a few experts about how to reign back on the forward momentum to work more efficiently. Allison Eyring, Owner of Organisation Solutions, gives tips on slowing down for long-term success. Scott Jordan, Founder of SCOTTeVEST, talks about marketing, risk management, and the subtle art of the follow up. Chase Jarvis, Founder of CreativeLive, offers tools to triumph over fear. Is it time for your business to conquer these hurdles?   [00:00:00] The Never Ending Hours of Entrepreneurship [00:05:46] Slow Down & Drive Long Term Success [00:11:31] Consistency vs. Intensity: How to Remain Focused [00:18:23] SCOTTeVEST Takes Clothing Online [00:26:08] High Dollar Risks Vital for Business Growth [00:33:26] Don't Get “Eaten by a Tiger”

It’s time to decide what it is you really want and go after it. Entrepreneurs have many roadblocks that will surface on the road to success, and their overall victory depends on their tenacity to carry on. In the top of the hour, Ketan Makwana of Enterprise Labs tells us how he went from a corporate employee to owning numerous successful businesses. Then, Dr. Karen Osburn, Host of Women Wanting More, explains how her podcast is helping women find their personal power. Last, Order of Man’s Ryan Michler tells about the community he created for men to help them work through their pain and realize their destiny. Master your mind and show up for your life. The journey starts now. [00:00:00] Take a Job or Be a Boss and Create One [00:06:04] The Struggle is Real: Get Tough, Get Going [00:11:30] Women Wanting More and Dr. Karen Osburn [00:18:21] Own Your Power and Conquer Your Goals [00:24:21] Make the Journey Out of the Dark into the Light [00:33:23] Take Responsibility for Your Life to Grow

It is time to take control of your life and stop letting your past, your fears, and the unknown stop you. While it is easy to say that we need to make these changes, sometimes we need a little help. We chat with Dom Faussette of Think React Lead about his coaching program that is designed to help veterans integrate back into the civilian workforce. Then, we talk with Cody Jefferson of Embrace the Lion about his program to help powerful men find a purposeful path. Next, Kevin McMillen of RyanTech Inc. tells us that they can help your business build the perfect app and launch it right away. In the end of the hour, Tommy Baker of Resist Average Academy podcast discusses his inspirational show that can help empower entrepreneurs. There are great minds out there that can make you a better leader - Learn more. [00:00:00] Waging a Secret Battle May Hold Back Success [00:06:00] Returning to the Civilian Workforce After Service [00:11:30] Embrace the Lion by Showing Up for Yourself [00:18:20] RyanTech Platform Fast Tracks App Creation [00:27:17] Make Big Changes with Resist Average Academy [00:33:21] Focus Comes at a Premium, Become Crystal Clear

How do you define success? Running your own business is an all-consuming task, and it’s important to maintain wellbeing by achieving a work-life balance. David Meltzer, Founder and CEO of Sports 1 Marketing and author of Connected to Goodness, offers tips to navigate and maintain a healthy, work-focused life. In addition to finding balance, a meaningful life entails operating from a truthful and authentic place. Sean Whalen explains how his retail company, Lions Not Sheep, is inspiring a courageous movement evolved from a singular design concept. Discover ways to shift your focus and lead an intention-based life today. [00:00:00] Entrepreneur vs. Innovator [00:05:41] Stay “Connected to Goodness” [00:11:30] Keep Your Values Balanced [00:18:20] Sean Whalen’s Lions Not Sheep [00:26:35] Lion-like Search for Mental Clarity [00:33:21] As Simple as Telling the Truth

If you want to be an entrepreneur, you’d better be prepared to rise back up after a breakdown. In fact, you may want to seek out ‘controlled failure’ to prepare for live action experiences. Josh Seibert, Sales Coach for Sandler Training, explains that growth is spurred on by failure, not success. Hear tips on how to embrace obstacles to expand your empire. Dan Fleyshman, author of How to Set-Up Your Business for Under $1000, shares his appreciation for diverse investments and charitable outreach because of past setbacks. We learn how the wealthy businessman discovered true prosperity by starting the Model Citizen Fund, an organization outfitting homeless and disaster victims with survival backpacks. Listen to how these two entrepreneurs have withstood adversity to make their mark on the world. [00:00:00] Josh Seibert on “Winning from Failing” [00:05:56] Value of Caused and Controlled Failure [00:11:30] Shifting your Paradigm on Failure [00:18:20] Dan Fleyshman is an Angel Investor [00:27:07] The Model Citizen Fund Saves Lives [00:33:20] Work because You Love to Work

Our greatest successes can burn like embers in the ashes of our failures, provided that we better understand what led to the failure in the first place. Personal development is something that everyone should take the time to do, but it’s not always easy when our emotions run the show. Mark Youngblood, Founder and CEO of Inner Mastery, Inc., tells us about his journey to master his emotions. Mark also introduces his new book, Dear Human, Master Your Emotions, which can serve as a guide to find balance in your life. Learn how to effectively manage your emotional state. [00:00:00] Unlock Higher Emotional Intelligence Today [00:05:32] Take Control of 'Black Sheep Emotions' [00:11:30] Employees in a bad mood? You may be to blame! [00:18:21] Emotions Are Messengers That Must Be Dealt With [00:26:24] Master ‘Autopilot Reaction’, Improve Self-awareness [00:33:21] Tools to Tame It, Name It, and Reframe It

Diving head first into your passion can be scary because you are betting on yourself. We chat with two people whose companies are the manifestation of imagination and hard work while at Meltdown in the Desert. Liz Wald, Head of U.S. Operations for Bonaverde, presents a revolutionary coffee machine that will keep you buzzing all day long! The product has spurred an innovative distribution model in the coffee world directly connecting consumers with farmers. Then, Kolby Kolibas, Founder and CEO of The Healthy Primate, shares his journey to create a company from scratch. Kolby was able to monetize his personal experience with extreme anxiety by creating a supplement to help people that suffer from an overabundance of stress. These two game-changers are shaking things up in order to build their personal empires. Listen for more. [00:00:00] Shaking Up the Coffee Distribution Chain [00:06:03] Launching a Brand New, Global Product [00:11:30] Crowdfunding Research and Development [00:18:20] Social Media at Meltdown in the Desert [00:26:33] Leveraging Tools to Build Your Business [00:33:20] Real Life Stories Create a Valuable Connection

A demoralizing employee or micro-manager can disrupt an entire team. Dianna Booher, Founder and CEO of Booher Research, gives tips on how to strategically improve your business dream team. We also explore leadership strategies to keep your team feeling respected and valued. [00:00:00] Communicating Like a Leader for a Better Team [00:05:45] Get Rid of Demoralizing Team Members [00:11:30] Be the Leader thatEmpowers Your Team

A great leader is often curated through their ability to overcome struggles with honesty and integrity. The ever evolving political landscape presents us with the opportunity to learn from the past and admire some of the challenges they conquered. Author of  “Young Lincoln of New Salem”, Sam Rawlins shares why he became passionate about President Abraham Lincon’s origin story. Honest Abe’s ability to climb out of bankruptcy, cope with the loss of his fiance, and still continue on to pursue his passion for the law eventually led him to gain the title of the 16th President of the United States. Sam details his personal past and how it led him to write a book about a man he admired greatly. Hear the tale of Abraham’s journey from store clerk to leading the country through the American Civil War. Next, we hear from a female entrepreneur who conquered some amazing obstacles to help save lives. Laura Towart, Founder and CEO of My Personal Therapeutics, explains how she fell in love with technology that allows scientists to utilize fruit flies for personalized cancer treatment. She tells us that she gave up her schooling to pursue this passion, lost her investors and even spent down to her last dime to be able to offer it to the world. Learn more about how Laura’s gut instinct made it possible for some to change their lives forever! [00:00:00] Evolving Political Landscape [00:05:33] Lincoln’s Entrepreneurial Journey [00:11:30] From Bankrupt to President [00:18:19] Fruit Flies to Save Lives [00:24:37] Personalized Cancer Treatment [00:33:21] Trust Your Gut Instinct