SharkPreneur

I Have a Podcast

Vinnie Potestivo, VPE Talent

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 866 Vinnie Potestivo

Vinnie Potestivo is an Emmy Award-winning media brand advisor, personal brand strategist, and content coach. He is a well-trusted connector who creates, develops, produces, distributes, amplifies, and helps to monetize some of the most talked-about brands in modern pop culture. As host of I Have a Podcast, his goal is to inspire your creative potential.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Vinnie Potestivo about the benefits of having a podcast.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How Zoom has allowed more people to come out with their own podcasts.

- Why podcasters should realize how valuable their intellectual property is.

- How podcasters can own their own show, rather than it being owned by a network.

- Why there is power right now in creating your own intellectual property.

- How you should be turning your podcast into a blog as well.

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@ihaveapodcast

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@ihaveapodcast

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facebook.com/ihaveapodcast

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linkedin.com/in/vinniepotestivo

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ihaveapodcast.com

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Rich's deep background in marketing and branding reflects in his exciting career of nearly two decades becoming a global branding executive with partners in 21 countries, guiding companies to evolve and re-shape their brands. During his 40+ years of experience including sales and marketing for a Fortune 50 company, marketing research, product management, business development, then deep immersion in branding and re-branding, Rich has passionately shaped brands and their language for companies across hundreds of industries. Rich served the marketing profession as an award-winning President of the American Marketing Association (AMA) in Southern California and as V.P. of Business Marketing on the elected Board of Directors of the AMA International.

Today, Rich's emerging company, RichBrands, guides and activates individuals and businesses who are determined to make significant impacts on other people and on the world, making their brand uniquely come alive, building a strong platform for their business or personal brand, and often helping them step into living their purpose. 

As a passionate speaker, Rich inspires business entrepreneurs How to take the action that gives their brand the clarity and alignment that are missing. He also enables entrepreneurs, with powerful life skills, including teenage entrepreneurs. As a consultant, Rich holds Certifications in Global Branding, Training Mastery, Certified Trainer and Master Coach of Neuro-Linguistics Programming and Timeline. 

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Rich Kozak about re-inventing branding.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How you must clearly define your strategy and language when launching a brand.

- How marketing is the execution of an excellent branding strategy.

- Why big companies struggle so much with branding.

- How having the right messaging allows entrepreneurs to stay true to themselves. 

- How you must be committed to really grow your brand and your business.

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facebook.com/richbrandsrk

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/richkozakrichbrands

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thebrandyouwillbecome.com

richbrands.org

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Amber Spears is a global leader, keynote speaker, highly sought-after consultant, and one of the top leaders in the affiliate and partnership arena. 

Amber has spoken or been a keynote on stages like: Traffic and Conversion, Affiliate Summit East, Spark Live, Affiliate World, Mindshare, Facebook, and many others. 

Amber is a two-time award winning industry leader, named a “Top Marketer” by Digital Marketer, was in the film “Millionaire Within Her,” and has been featured on many top podcasts including: 7 Figure Entrepreneur, Strategic Profits, Digital Marketer, Hustle and Flowchart, Affiliated, and others, and is almost always asked to come back for repeat episodes and appearances due to her practical marketing advice, openness, and sense of humor.  

Amber has been called upon by industry giants like Kajabi, Clickbank, and Digital Marketer to create courses on partnership and affiliate marketing, that are being used by companies all over the world to grow their business with her proprietary methods. 

She has been called The Affiliate Marketing Guru, The Queen of Affiliate Marketing, and probably her most favorite nickname… Lady Gaga of Affiliate Marketing. She’s still not sure exactly what it means but it feels awesome to be compared to a superstar. 

Amber is the co-founder of East 5th Avenue, a world class affiliate management education and marketing company. East 5th Avenue has trained over 2,500 companies and helped them generate over $530 million from their training methods. 

Amber is also the co-founder of Advanced Business Growth, and the founder of the Four Rooms Mastermind (formerly known as Mimosa Mastermind). These companies serve 7, 8, and 9 figure entrepreneurs who are looking to scale their business with the right people, with sustainable systems.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Amber Spears about affiliate marketing secrets.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How affiliate marketing helps a brand grow its reach and it’s revenue.

- Why affiliate marketing is a recession proof revenue stream.

- How affiliate marketing is based on the relationship you make, not an algorithm.

- Why a mastermind class is a great tool for entrepreneurs to use.

- How word of mouth advertising can yield more business than traditional advertising.

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east5thavenue.com

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Leadership Lessons from Navy Seals

Larry Yatch, Seal Team Leaders

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 863 Larry Yatch

Larry Yatch is a Retired Navy SEAL Officer, and a brilliant mind with a revolutionary ability to distill complex concepts into simple, precise, and actionable behaviors that create major impact.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Larry Yatch about leadership lessons from Navy Seals.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How being an entrepreneur gives you freedom to create and build what you want.

- Why businesses require functioning teams to succeed.

- How important it is to be able to hold, pass, and accept responsibility in your work.

- Why it’s vital to leave your ego at the door and be able to give and receive feedback.

- How our success in life is 100% dependent on how to coordinate action with others.

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@SEALTeamleaders

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@navysealteamleaders

@larrydoescoolshit

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facebook.com/sealteamleaders

LinkedIn

Linkedin.com/company/seal-team-leaders

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Howleadershipactuallyworks.com

Sealteamleaders.com

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Negotiate Like a CEO

Jotham Stein, Law Offices of Jotham S. Stein P.C.

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 862 Jotham Stein

Jotham Stein is the principal of the Law Offices of Jotham S. Stein P.C. He has more than two decades of experience representing entrepreneurs and C-Suite executives running myriad types of companies, board members, venture capitalists, private equity principals, investment bankers as well as less senior employees of all size companies. Stein has negotiated numerous employment agreements, separation agreements, M & A agreements, change in control agreements, stock option agreements, restricted stock agreements, management carve out agreements, non-compete agreements, and much more.

Also, a litigator, Stein has represented individuals and corporate clients in state and federal courts and in multidistrict litigation, before state and federal agencies, and in arbitration, including before JAMS, the American Arbitration Association and FINRA. Stein has also served as part-time General Counsel of a high-technology Silicon Valley company.

A graduate of Stanford Law School and Princeton University, Stein is admitted to practice in California, Illinois, New York, Colorado, and the District of Columbia, as well as the United States Supreme Court, United States Courts of Appeals for the Seventh, Ninth, and District of Columbia Circuits, and several United States District Courts. He is also a member of multiple bar associations, including the American Bar Association.

Stein is also the author of Executive Employment Law: Protecting Executives, Entrepreneurs and Employees, a how-to guide for practitioners. Executive Employment Law was first published in June 2011 by Oxford University Press and is now published by Matthew Bender (LexisNexis) and in its ninth edition.

Stein’s new book, Negotiate Like a CEO, is an engaging look at how all employees can protect themselves with lessons learned from top entrepreneurs and executives and how you can too.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Jotham Stein about tips from his book, Negotiate Like a CEO.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How it’s vital for entrepreneurs to have their business legally protected on the first day.

- Why entrepreneurs with partners must have a professional pre-nuptial-like agreement.

- How some lawsuits are inevitable because some companies don’t abide their contracts.

- Why writing a book anyone can read can really help the everyday person

- How you could lose a friend and a business partner if you don’t have the right protections in place.

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Linkedin.com/jotham-s-stein

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negotiatelikeaceobook.com

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Launching Physical Products

Oren Schauble, ProductWorld.xyz

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 861 Oren Schauble

Oren Schauble most recently built and was the President of public CPG company, Unrivaled Brands. Prior to that, he worked as a product development and marketing executive specializing in regulated and luxury products, including helping to establish the consumer drone product channel in big box retail across the world.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Oren Schauble about launching physical products.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How bridging cultural differences in your business can be challenging.

- How businesses can bring in additional profit by vertically integrating retail.

- Why business owners need to know how to launch brands in the Tik Tock era.

- How the global supply chain is very accessible.

- How businesses don’t need to rely on others for supply chain or product creation.

Connect with Oren:

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@orenmeetsworld

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@orenmeetsworld

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Linkedin.com/in/orenj

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ProductWorld.xyz

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Catching Giants

Kevin Gaskell, KevinGaskell.com

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 860 Kevin Gaskell

Leading the turnaround of Porsche from close to bankruptcy to market leader saw Kevin Gaskell, at the age of 32, recognized as one of the most capable leaders of his generation. He consolidated that recognition with 4 years as Managing Director of BMW (GB) during which he led the business to record growth and a 500% improvement in profitability. He is a corporate trailblazer who has changed the way that businesses operate. 

Since leaving the automotive sector he has founded and led businesses to massive success in the digital, technology, data, brand marketing, market research, construction, retail, professional services and manufacturing sectors. Such flexibility and adaptability have confirmed his position as an extraordinary and inspirational leader. 

A highly motivational and engaging speaker, he believes that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary results - and he has the experiences to prove it. He has led global corporations, start-ups, private equity portfolio companies and organizations large and small to create shareholder value in excess of $5 Billion. His companies have won numerous awards, and one was recently recognized as the best private equity investment of the year.

He has played international sport, walked to both the north and south poles and climbed the world’s highest mountains to fund the construction of a cancer treatment unit. He recently set a new world record for the fastest row across the Atlantic Ocean. For relaxation he plays in a rock band. 

He has authored and published the internationally bestselling books ‘Inspired Leadership’ and ‘Catching Giants’. 

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Kevin Gaskell about his book, Catching Giants.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How you must understand the goal of your business if you’re going to fix it.

- Why it’s vital for everyone on the team to know their role and their importance.

- How business owners must have open communication with their team members.

- Why everyone in the business needs to be connected to the business plan.

- How growing your business quickly requires you to think differently.

Connect with Kevin:

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@KevinDGaskell

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@kevin_gaskell

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/kevin-gaskell

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KevinGaskell.com

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AWeber

Tom Kulzer, AWeber

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 859 Tom Kulzer

Tom Kulzer is the founder and Chief Executive Officer at AWeber, the leading email marketing and automation platform for small businesses, where he is actively involved in the company’s strategic direction, growth and evolution. Over the company’s 24-year history, Tom has nurtured AWeber from a small start-up to a robust organization, that has enabled over 1 million customers to grow their businesses, all without public or venture funding.

Tom laid the foundation for AWeber while working at a computer hardware firm in the mid-1990s, where he realized sales prospects were falling through the cracks due to lack of proper follow up. By automating the delivery of personalized follow up emails to prospects, company-wide sales skyrocketed, and sales associates had additional time to spend pursuing new prospects.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Tom Kulzer about his email automation platform, AWeber.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How having automated follow-up systems in place is vital to having an efficiently run business.

- Why business owners shouldn’t try to operate everything by themselves.

- How offering a free version of your product doesn’t have to be a bad thing.

- Why making your customers look like experts is a great way to market your company.

- How AWeber helps business owners nationally and internationally.

Connect with Tom:

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@AWeber

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@aweber

Facebook

facebook.com/aweber

LinkedIn

Linked.com/company/aweber

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AWeber.com

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Franchise Your Freedom

David Weaver, FranChoice

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 858 David Weaver

David Weaver has a diverse and comprehensive entrepreneurial background to draw on as a FranChoice consultant. Having honed his business skills in a variety of ways, he now looks forward to sharing his knowledge and experience with others interested in business ownership.

David embodies the Midwestern values of honesty and integrity in all aspects of life. He was born and raised in Indiana and got his first taste of business ownership by watching both parents build and operate successful businesses. David’s career took him down an interesting path that allowed him to develop unique skills and expertise in sales, project management, operations, and finance.

One of his most valuable career stops spanned over six years and included analyzing and underwriting franchise systems across the country in order to establish the “right fit” between the franchisor, franchisee, and finance company. He believes in wealth creation through business ownership and has owned or been a partner in seven different businesses over the years.

In addition to managing his current FranChoice consulting practice, David and his wife invest in franchises and real estate assets. This very real, first-hand experience offers insight and true understanding to your investigation.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with David Weaver about helping people open their own franchise.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- What a franchise is and why people think franchising is an attractive opportunity.

- How you should start a franchise from the perspective of an investor, not a consumer.

- Why it’s important to have your business open 7 days a week.

- How establishing your business budget is important when buying a franchise.

- Why people buy a franchise instead of starting a business from scratch or buying an existing business.

Connect with David:

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@FranchiseFree1

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facebook.com/FranchiseYourFreedom

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/davidweaver

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franchiseyourfreedom.com

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Home Qualified

Ralph DiBugnara, HomeQualified.com

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Kevin Harrington and Seth Greene Episode 857 Ralph DiBugnara

Ralph DiBugnara is President of Home Qualified and Vice President at Cardinal Financial. A recognized mortgage banker with an eye on the millennial demographic, Ralph is redefining the role of the banker in today’s buyer centric real estate market. A frequent industry commentator, Ralph is laser focused on the trends and tides of the new world real estate game.

Previously, Ralph served as Vice President of Retail Sales at Residential Home Funding (RHF). At RHF, Ralph established the Consumer Direct Division, which was created to service RHF customers’ needs through a variety of affiliate programs that offer special values & discounts based around there profession and or association.

A competitive athlete, battle tested in boxing rings and Spartan courses, Ralph is a radically innovative mortgage banker and real estate expert. He applies the same relentlessness and ferocity for winning to helping new homebuyers find and finance their homes.

Prior to joining RH Funding, Ralph was a Senior Vice President & National Branch Manager for ICG Home. Prior to joining ICG he spent 7 years going from Loan Officer to VP Regional Manager for Deutsche Bank. At Deutsche Bank Ralph helped to build the Consumer Direct division from its infancy and managed the sales force and business development throughout the region.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Ralph DiBugnara about his company, Home Qualified.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How the rise of interest rates has changed the real estate market.

- Why real estate is on the cusp of getting into a “Blue Ocean.”

- How rent is higher now than it has ever been in history.

- Why being in a landlord in a market of renters gives you a platform in real estate.

- How short-term rental properties provide a large opportunity to make money if you purchase them in the right area.

Connect with Ralph:

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@homequalified

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facebook.com/HomeQualified

LinkedIn

Linkedin.com/company/home-qualified

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HomeQualified.com

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Kadilak Homes

Susan and Paul Kadilak, Kadilak Homes

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 856 Susan and Paul Kadilak

Kadilak Homes is a design build firm run by Susan & Paul Kadilak in the Greater Boston area. Together they have made it their mission to help their clients turn an ordinary house into a haven that they love coming home to! The Kadilak’s have grown by connecting directly with their audience through their social media channels and are excited to announce that they just launched a brand-new app, “Renovation Rekindle,” featuring their new show with 10 half hour episodes. In each episode you can follow along with the Kadilak’s and their clients on a complete home renovation journey from beginning to end.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Susan and Paul Kadilak about their design build firm, Kadilak Homes.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How people get better at their craft over time and evolve

- Why you must grow your business to be able to have customer specialization.

- How people want to hear the truth and not be overly sold to.

- Why it’s important to consistently put content out on social media.

- How your social media content can help attract the kind of clients you want to work with.

Connect with Susan and Paul:

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@kadilakhomes

@kadilakrealtygroup

Facebook

facebook.com/KadilakHomes

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KadilakHomes.com

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Scaling Ecommerce Brands with Stealth Venture Labs

Brent Freeman, Stealth Venture Labs

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 855 Brent Freeman

Brent Freeman is the Founder & President of Stealth Venture Labs and a serial entrepreneur who’s passionate about using business to generate both profits & social impact.

In 2009, Brent founded Roozt.com, an online marketplace platform for social good consumer brands which was featured in Mashable, Forbes, Huff Post, INC, The Today Show, NBC, and ABC. He was honored by Forbes as a Name You Need to Know in 2011.

Today, Brent is an angel investor, former venture capitalist, and writes for Entrepreneur and INC on startup life. He is the Founder & President at Stealth Venture Labs, has co-founded five ecommerce brands, and is the Chairman of the Board of the Bay Area chapter of the Network For Teaching Entrepreneurship that teaches entrepreneurship to inner-city kids.

In his free time, he loves to travel to Italy, give back and spend time with his family and friends. In 2020, Brent received the high honor to be knighted by the Italian Royal Family, Casa di Savoia, for his commitment to philanthropy and giving back.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Brent Freeman about scaling e-commerce brands with Stealth Venture Labs.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How it’s important to listen to the market and not be blinded to its signals.

- Why you need to have a passionate audience to have a successful business.

- How many entrepreneurs aren’t looking to solve a pain point and why that’s an issue.

- Why your customer acquisition cost doesn’t go down when your business grows.

- How your lifetime value needs to expand as you expand into new media channels.

Connect with Brent:

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linkedin.com.com/company/stealth-venture-labs

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stealthventurelabs.com

brentfreeman.me

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Work Positive

Dr. Joey Faucette, WorkPositive.Today

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 854 Joey Faucette

Dr. Joey Faucette coaches companies and their teams to create a positive workplace through executive coaching, team and group coaching, and ICF-approved coach training. He is the author of two #1 Amazon best-sellers, Work Positive in a Negative World (Entrepreneur Press) and Faith Positive in a Negative World (with Mike Van Vranken).

His coaching programs include 7 Keys to Work Positive, Work Positive Team Resources, and Work Positive Coach Training. He hosts the popular, weekly Work Positive podcast as well as the Live Positive podcast and Faith Positive Radio. His content is read, heard, and watched in over 50 countries.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Dr. Joey Faucette about the importance of working positively.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How there are things we can control even in the worst of economic times.

- Why so many people are unengaged and unhappy at their current jobs.

- How 54% to 58% of people leave their job because they have a bad boss.

- Why business owners need to care for their employees like they are people.

- How business owners should want their employees to leave work happy.

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workpositive.today

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The Relationship Place

Dr. Dana McNeil, The Relationship Place

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 853 Dr. Dana McNeil

Dr. Dana McNeil is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and is the founder The Relationship Place, a group practice with locations in her hometown of San Diego, California. Dr. Dana’s practice specializes in couples’ therapy and utilizes an evidence-based type of couples’ therapy known as the Gottman Method. Dr. Dana is a certified Gottman Method therapist and Bringing Home Baby instructor. She also leads trainings at the Gottman Institute to help clinicians master the art of couples therapy.

Dr. Dana works with all types of relationship issues from pre-marital counseling, dealing with the aftermath of extramarital affairs, partners working through addiction recovery, military deployed families, parents of special needs children, LGBTQ+ partners, and polyamorous/ethical non-monogamy clients.

Dr. Dana makes presentations about her work with couples at conferences such as Therapy Reimagined, UCLA’s Emerging Behaviors Conference, and CAMFT. She is often featured on relationship podcasts such as the Practice of the Practice, the Practice of Therapy, Modern Therapists Survival Guide, and Relationship Advice, to name a few.

Dr. Dana regularly contributes to media publications and television appearances for outlets such as the Business Insider, MSN, Yahoo, Bustle, Parade, Oprah Living, Martha Stewart Living, Reader’s Digest, and AARP. Dr Dana is the resident relationship expert on the Cox Communications show “I Do” and will be featured in an upcoming documentary on the art of couples therapy. She is also the host of the podcast “The D-Spot” all about modern relationships. 

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Dr. Dana McNeil about The Relationship Place.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How the Gottman Method helps couples communicate with each other better.

- Why there are many reasons that marriages end in divorce.

- How a quarter of divorces that occur are between people over the age of 50.

- Why COVID made the divorce rate drop in the United States.

- How we are living longer and expecting more from our significant others.

Connect with Dr. Dana:

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@DrDanaMcNeil

@sdrelationshipplace

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facebook.com/DrDanaMcNeil

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danamcneil.com

sdrelationshipplace.com

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The Botanical Brothers

Jeff Sophir and Jonathan Wolfson, Nature’s Experts

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 852 Jeff Sophir and Jonathan Wolfson

Jeff Sophir thrives working with people, interacting with clients, inspiring and being inspired by the Nature's Experts team - in fact, he's often lauded as the rallying force on any given day. Sharing information and answers in an easily understandable way is of particular importance to him, declaring that while facts are not flexible, delivering solutions should always provide flexibility. With decades of experience, he is dedicated to ensuring Nature's Experts is the best; leading and redefining the landscape industry.

The thirst for knowledge is strong in Jonathan Wolfson. He appraises. He delves. He enjoys the journey of practical learning, earning an impressive list of credentials - from ISA Certified Arborist to Tree Risk Assessment to Certified Tree Care Safety Professional. Committed to the industry, and Florida, Jon sits on the Florida Urban Forestry Council, helping shape the state's green future. Logical and analytical, Jon is equally inspired to figure out how things work as he is getting the job done, with both an eye on the next task and a long-range entrepreneurial view for Nature's Experts potential.

Jeff and Jon look to embody the "Expert" in Nature's Experts - actively working across all the business units and pursuing academic study (and accreditations). Together they form a ying and yang partnership, intuitively providing the support the other needs as they take on each new task and challenge. Ironically, these brothers only met in 2007 as adults when they were at very different stages of their lives. Daily conversations led to Jon postponing his university experience to join Jeff in what became a shared passion, and ultimately, a mission. Today they are innately the perfect business partners, friends, and family. Their shared mission, to make Nature's Experts the top landscape company in the US, and the best place to work.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Jeff Sophir and Jonathan Wolfson about Nature’s Experts.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- Why you should go into business with someone who has different strengths than you.

- How hiring people to do things you aren’t good at is a smart business practice.

- Why it’s important to work hard and prove yourself in whatever business you’re in.

- How there are many different ways that people can provide value to a company.

- Why it’s important to put your business partner first in business.

Connect with Jeff and Jonathan:

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@naturesexperts

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facebook.com/naturesexperts

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/company/naturesexpert

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naturesexperts.com

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Building a 3 Year Waiting List for Your Business

Michael Browne,

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 851 Michael Browne

The complexities that describe Michael Browne’s wines describe his life experiences, too. With a tumultuous childhood and an adolescence filled with feelings of isolation, Michael joined the circus when he was twelve. By eighteen, he was a featured performer, fire-eater, unicyclist, high-wire walker, and trapeze artist. But it was during his work in the restaurant industry years later when Michael realized the simple beauty—and potential—of family and friends enjoying the perfect bottle of wine together.

Michael co-founded his first California winery, Kosta Browne, in 1997 with a few hundred dollars and the goal of helping people create meaningful moments with one another. In Pinot Rocks, Michael shares his journey and offers insight and inspiration for those who believe in the American dream and choose to never stop pursuing it. No matter the goals you set for yourself, this book will motivate you to follow your passions and turn your dreams into reality.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Michael Browne about building a three-year waiting list for your business.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How using the tension model and the scarcity model while having a good product leads to a waiting list.

- Why business need to learn how to manage what happens when their product sells out.

- How having a good product can lead to effective media advertising.

- Why breaking into the alcoholic beverage industry can be challenging.

- How it’s important to have tenacity and not give up if you want to be an entrepreneur.

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brownefamilywines.com

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M13 Venture Engine

Karl Alomar, M13

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 850 Karl Alomar

Karl Alomar serves as Managing Partner of M13, a venture capital firm focused on early-stage consumer technology companies and supporting founders who are building the future of work, commerce, health, and money. Karl brings over two decades of executive-level experience building and growing technology businesses and spends his time at M13 across all functions of the business, specifically overseeing the Propulsion Team and running the firm.

Karl is a tech investor, serial entrepreneur, and most well-known for building DigitalOcean from the ground up, which is one of the fastest-growing cloud infrastructure companies that is becoming a strong challenger to Amazon. DigitalOcean is valued now at over $10 billion. Ticket symbol is DOCN.

Karl was also the Co-founder + CEO for China Export Finance and was the Co-founder + CEO for Clearview Networks.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Karl Alomar about his venture capital firm M13.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How M13 meets with the people who are creating the businesses of the future.

- Why it’s exciting to be working with motivational company founders.

- How it’s incredibly gratifying to be part of a business’s success story.

- Why M13 wants to work with inspirational businesses that have a good plan in place.

- How founds must have a unique capability to accomplish what others cannot.

Connect with Karl:

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Linkedin.com/in/karl-alomar0516a219

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m13.co

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Dominating Page One for Personal Injury Lawyers

Chris Dreyer, Rankings.io

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 849 Chris Dreyer

Chris Dreyer is the CEO & Director of SEO at Rankings.io, a law firm search engine optimization agency that offers high-quality SEO driven website design and SEO services for lawyers. Chris contributes to the Rankings.io blog and to many Internet marketing & legal marketing publications including but not limited to Moz, Ahrefs, Legal Ink Magazine, LawMarketing, Circle of Legal Trust, and more.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Chris Dreyer about dominating page one for personal injury lawyers.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How you should experience different things in business before niching down.

- Why it’s important for personal injury lawyers to utilize SEO.

- How most people underestimate the number of quantitative actions they need to take to get results in the personal injury space.

- Why you need links, signals, and endorsements for Google to crawl your content.

- How thorough keyword research is vital for personal injury lawyer websites.

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Unicorn Venture Partners

Jonathan Hung, Unicorn Venture Partners

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 848 Jonathan Hung

Jonathan Hung is a transformative Los Angeles angel investor and venture capital partner who believes in a bright future for businesses seeking to broaden their horizons in North America and Asia. One of the most active angel investors in Southern California, his mission is to drive value creation within each portfolio company. In support of this mission, he serves as Co-Managing Partner at Unicorn Venture Partners and Senior Venture Partner and Head of Due Diligence at Expert Dojo providing a hands-on approach to supporting companies by offering strategic expertise in operations management, finance, business development, multinational business strategy, entrepreneurship, networking, data analysis, and leadership.

Jonathan and his team target investments in US companies that have global market potential with a focus on long-term growth expansion to East Asian markets

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Jonathan Hung about Unicorn Venture Partners.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- Why Unicorn Venture Partners was created and how it all came together.

- How being a founder means raising money and trying to go from zero to one.

- Why you don’t even know what you have until you’ve raised and spent a million dollars growing a business.

- How you must get to a certain velocity if you want to exit your company successfully.

- Why founders should remember they are going to get many noes before someone says yes.

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Sciential

Athens Ramseyer, Sciential Agency

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Kevin Harrington and Seth Greene Episode 847 Athens Ramseyer

Athens Ramseyer is the Founder of Sciential Agency, a neuromarketing agency staffing psychologists and neuroscientists with either doctorates and/or PH.D's in their field as project managers. It’s the world's first agency that requires to partner with charities and has an option to donate on their sites.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Athens Ramseyer about his company, Sciential.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How aligning celebrity endorsement power with advertising is beneficial.

- Why Sciential is looking to work with clients who want to make an impact in the health and medical field.

- How becoming successful allows you to focus on the purpose driven part of your work.

- Why Sciential mandates that every company they partner with be aligned with a charity.

- How biases play a part in framing the buyer’s behavior and journey.

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846: Beach Money

Jordan Adler, JordanAdler.com

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 846 Jordan Adler

At 34 years old Jordan Adler was living in an enclosed garage. His rent was $200 a month and he had 2 roommates. He carried $36,000 in Credit Card Debt and his job paid him $14,000 a year. Today he is one of the highest paid Network Marketers in the world. Jordan's best-selling book “Beach Money” has sold over 1 million copies and 100% of the profits of his book are donated to an organization that helps entrepreneurs in developing countries start small businesses through Microloans.

He has been featured in over 100 books and has been a guest on over 300 podcasts. He has spoken on stages with Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, Pitbull, and Eric Worre. Jordan splits his time between 2 mountain homes, a condo on the Vegas Strip and of course the beach! 

Six years ago, he decided to get his helicopter pilots license for fun. He is also scheduled to become the first network marketer to travel to space as part of Richard Branson's Virgin Galactic civilian space program.

Jordan’s believes a big dream and a will to work hard and never quit is the secret to success.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Jordan Adler about his book, Beach Money.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How quitting repeatedly robs you of lessons you would otherwise learn.

- Why not giving up on yourself could lead to success beyond your wildest dreams.

- How you should make your decisions based on what your committed to, not how you feel.

- How you can have a big bank account and a fancy lifestyle if you choose to persevere.

- Why it’s important to send a thank you card or a get-well card to your client.

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845: MySquard – Disrupting Home Services , Matutu Nyabange, MySquard Inc

MySquard – Disrupting Home Services

Matutu Nyabange, MySquard Inc

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Kevin Harrington and Seth Greene Episode 845 Matutu Nyabange

Matutu Nyabange is an entrepreneur and business magnate. He is the founder, CEO, early-stage investor, CFO, and Product Developer of MySquard Inc; founder of One Care DC Inc, and co-founder of Prestige Health Care Inc. Nyabange is the the sole owner of One Care DC, One Care PA, One Care NC, One Care VA, Prestige Home Health Care Inc, and HoookedUP Inc.

Nyabange was born in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and raised in Washington, DC. He briefly attended the University of Maryland but decided to pursue a business career, co-founding the web software company IT Services India with his colleague Dilip Patel. The startup later grew into other successful ventures such as HoookedUP Inc (a social media app) and MySquard Inc (an on-demand marketplace). Almost simultaneously, Nyabange co-founded One Care Inc, which has subsidiary branches and has grown into a multimillion-dollar franchise. In 2021, Nyabange assumed a full-time role as founder and CEO of MySquard Inc to dedicate all his time and resources to make the young company grow.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Matutu Nyabange about disrupting home services with MySquard Inc.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How the pandemic forced the service industry to pivot and change in new ways.

- Why it can be a delicate situation when you’re looking to partner with vendors while creating a user base.

- How it’s important for MySquard to support local businesses better than their giant competitors.

- Why your business can benefit from partnering with MySquard and how you can do that.

- How MySquard provides many at home services including beauty and cleaning.

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844: Business Divorce, Jonathan Stemerman, Armstrong Teasdale

Business Divorce

Jonathan Stemerman, Armstrong Teasdale

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 844 Jonathan Stemerman

Jonathan Stemerman advises clients in a wide variety of complex litigation, transactional and insolvency matters. He concentrates his practice in the areas of corporate, commercial and bankruptcy litigation, as well as corporate transactions, workouts and restructurings.

Jon has represented clients in numerous corporate and complex commercial litigation cases in Delaware and Pennsylvania. He frequently litigates matters in Delaware’s Court of Chancery, including actions involving breach of fiduciary duty, business divorce, receiverships, and books and records requests. Additionally, he represents both plaintiffs and defendants in breach of contract actions and other complex commercial disputes in state and federal courts.

He regularly serves as counsel to debtors, creditors and trustees in a wide variety of bankruptcy matters. Jon often represents plaintiffs and defendants in preferential transfer and fraudulent conveyance actions. He also advises clients in bankruptcy matters involving the sale or purchase of assets, assumption and assignment of leases and contracts, and intellectual property issues. He also assists debtors and creditors in out-of-court restructuring and workouts.

Further, Jon represents startups and emerging companies in transactional matters, including entity formation, investment rounds and wind downs.

Jon also counsels clients on D&O insurance coverage matters, including issues surrounding the duty to defend, priority of payment, advancement and indemnification. He has defended entities in Delaware in bad faith denial of coverage and advancement actions.

A certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Jon leverages his skill set to provide cost efficiencies to his clients. He is also active in the American Bar Association, having held various leadership roles throughout his career.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Jonathan Stemerman about business divorce.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- Why it’s important to envision a way out of the business when you’re going into business with someone else.

- How business partners must reach out to a professional when they can’t agree on how to solve a dividing issue.

- Why compromises must be made during any merger or acquisition.

- How you must always read what you sign before you sign it.

- Why it’s important to be honest and up front with what you can provide your clients as an attorney.

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843: Marketing Online Courses , John Ainsworth, Data Driven Marketing

Marketing Online Courses

John Ainsworth, Data Driven Marketing

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 843 John Ainsworth

John Ainsworth is the CEO and founder of Data Driven Marketing. They help online course creators increase revenue by 4.86x on average. With 20 years’ experience in building funnels and a degree in Mathematics, John has conducted extensive data analysis of hundreds of millions dollars of online business to create the field of Strategic Funnel Optimization. Data Driven Marketing has proven this process by helping dozens of online course creators 2x - 5x their revenue, and directly drives several million a year in revenue.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with John Ainsworth about marketing online courses.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How using marketing funnels works well for businesses that have online courses.

- Why businesses need to have a system to get people from their audience to buy their course.

- How increasing the revenue per sale is the quickest way for business to get good results.

- Why creators need to have order bumps and upsells in place to be successful.

- How having the right email sequence leads to an increase and sales and making more money.

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842: IBET – Capitalizing on the Sports Betting Industry , Jeffrey Kamys, Inherent Wealth Fund

IBET – Capitalizing on the Sports Betting Industry

Jeffrey Kamys, Inherent Wealth Fund

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 842 Jeffrey Kamys

Jeffrey Kamys has decades of experience working in the technology industry as well as the analytics field. Jeffrey is the Founder, Chief Investment Strategist & Portfolio Manager at Inherent Wealth Fund. Inherent Wealth Fund is the Investment Advisor to the IBET Sports Betting & Gaming ETF, the only actively managed sports betting & gaming ETF. The IBET ETF is a basket of stocks that represents the sports betting, casinos and gambling sector, including but not limited to: DraftKings, Penn National Gaming, Caesars, MGM and Wynn.

Jeffrey is the Founder, Creator & Owner of Dr. Stats Fantasy Sports. After an injury sidelined his dream of playing baseball, Jeffrey wanted to remain a part of the sport. He could no longer take the field, but he *could* use his knowledge to create a new business. Dr. Stats Fantasy Sports was officially established in 1996 and was a big pioneer of the fantasy sports industry. Initially starting as a "snail-mail" business, Dr. Stats became an early adopter of the "World Wide Web" and took its business to "the Interwebs."

Dr. Stats was the first website to offer fantasy sports players customized cheat-sheets. Finally, users could enter their own league's scoring system to produce information that would help them draft the strongest team for their individual league. Jeffrey created a suite of online tools for fantasy players to use to analyze player performance and value. Along with his business partner Whitney Johnson, Jeffrey Kamys established Baseline Investments in 2019. 

Jeffrey took his years of sports analytics to the world of stocks. Jeffrey's writing and analytical work has appeared prominently in hundreds of national publications. As a registered investment advisory, Baseline's goal is to assist its clients in making smart investment decisions. To accomplish this mission, Baseline Investments offers holistic, comprehensive advisory services to help clients prioritize and attain their life goals.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Jeffrey Kamys about using IBET to capitalize on the sports betting industry.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How investing in Inherent Wealth Fund is an investment in the growth of the sports online betting industry as whole.

- Why it’s important to be involved with and in love with what you are doing.

- How people will continue to do what you love even if the marketplace shifts.

- Why you should invest in something you are excited about and love.

- How the Cincinnati Bengals are the first team to file for a gaming license.

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841: Brick Business Law , Kevin Brick, Brick Business law

Brick Business Law

Kevin Brick, Brick Business law

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 841 Kevin Brick

Kevin is the founder and managing partner of Brick Business Law. He serves as outside general counsel to numerous local and national businesses and litigates business-related issues. Kevin is recognized by the Florida Bar as a board-certified expert in business litigation. The Florida Bar rigorously evaluates the experience and competency of attorneys to determine board eligibility. There are less than 250 board certified attorneys in business litigation out of over 100,000 members of the Florida Bar.

Kevin is also Martindale AV-rated and has been recognized as a member of the Florida Legal Elite and as a SuperLawyer for several years. He is rated 10/10 by both Justia and Avvo. He was rated as one of the Top 100 "Bet The Company" Litigators in the nation in 2019. He is a former Hillsborough County prosecutor where he took over 100 cases to trial.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Kevin Brick about his firm, Brick Business Law.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How you must have a legal agreement in place when you go into business with others.

- Why focusing a specific niche can lead to a lot of referrals from other attorneys.

- How having a strong team leader is an important part of a successful business.

- Why it feels good to help small business owners succeed at what they do.

- How businesses should focus on the work they are both excellent at and passionate about.

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Creative Guerilla Marketing

Mark Newsome, YouCanMarketOnlineNow.com

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 840 Mark Newsome

Mark Newsome (aka) Mr. Marketing is a small business marketing consultant as well as a cash flow generation strategist who specializes in using proven direct response marketing strategies and tactics, which help today's savvy small business owners and service providers uncover and monetize what they previously considered dead or greatly underutilized assets and or resources. So, they can unlock previously hidden, little known profit centers, which are currently buried within their current business or service.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Mark Newsome about creative guerilla marketing.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- Why business owners should work on their business not in their business.

- How people waste too much money on institutional marketing and advertising.

- Why business owners you must leverage relationships with their clients.

- How 50% of small business owners in America don’t have a static website and why that is a problem.

- How you have to have an online presence to attract the younger generations.

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Personal Branding at Work 

Divya Parekh

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 839 Divya Parekh

Divya Parekh, a 10-time #1 bestselling author combines her years of neuro-leadership, writing experience, and positioning coaching to help high-achieving business leaders uncover their potential, build confidence in their life's narrative, and create an executive presence so they get recognized as the trusted leader in their industry. The positioning helps them establish the authority and social proof to influence stakeholders and drive impact. Divya has coached thousands of corporate and business leaders to implement their vision and garner five and six-figure opportunities.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Divya Parekh about personal branding at work.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How relationships are the basis of everything, including in business.

- Why serving your relationships creates a path for impact and influence.

- How business owners should strive to be the sought-after expert in their marketplace.

- Why you must position yourself to be the trusted leader in your industry.

- How you must be clear on your offering through your messaging.

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@coahcdivya

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DueDilio: The M&A Marketplace

Roman Beylin, DueDilio

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 838 Roman Beylin

Roman Beylin launched DueDilio to level the playing field for M&A participants that are looking for high-quality, independent, cost-efficient due diligence solutions. The DueDilio team puts their client’s needs at the forefront of every project and recommendation.

At DueDilio, we are passionate about supporting searchers, independent sponsors, family offices, and SMBs throughout the M&A process. We take the time to understand our client’s specific situation and present solutions from our network of trusted, pre-vetted due diligence service providers. 

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Roman Beylin about the M&A marketplace, DueDilio.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How DueDilio’s growth has been all organic since its inception.

- Why DueDilio is not a pay to play model and why they focus on providers that are right for the deal size and project.

- How DueDilio has a multi-step vetting process for its service providers.

- Why DueDilio limits the amount of service providers that can join.

- How DueDilio seeks out providers who they know have done an excellent job in the past.

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@Due_Dilio

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837: Up My Influence , Josh Elledge, UpMyInfluence

Up My Influence

Josh Elledge, UpMyInfluence

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 837 Josh Elledge

Josh Elledge is a serial entrepreneur who builds the companies he needs most in the world. In 2014, He launched UpMyInfluence to help entrepreneurs like himself attract the perfect audiences and grow their brands without the crazy costs and contracts associated with traditional marketing methods. UpMyInfluence (UMI) is a purpose-driven company focused on helping high-ticket agencies, coaches, consultants, and other B2B service providers skyrocket their sales through: authority, platform, and leading with generosity. Josh wholeheartedly believes UMI has a moral imperative to help entrepreneurs own their expertise, share their wisdom, and serve the world with their collective messages.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Josh Elledge about his company, UpMyInfluence.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How people take note when you put yourself out there and do good things.

- Why UpMyInfluence is about turning thoughtful entrepreneurs into media celebrities.

- How consultants and agencies experience a sales dip when conferences aren’t happening.

- How getting to know people and creating relationships are great ways to sell. 

- Why more business owners should be using podcasting as a networking tool.

Connect with Josh:

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Making it in Hollywood

John Zaozirny, Bellevue Productions

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 836 John Zaozirny

John Zaozirny oversees the feature film production slate for Bellevue and the Literary Management Team. 

His clients’ writing and directing credits include INFINITE, PARALLEL, ELI, BAD MATCH, BETTER WATCH OUT, HEAVY TRIP, OFFICE UPRISING, JOLT, and SPLINTER amongst others. His clients have written feature scripts that are set up at Warner Bros, Paramount, Fox, Lionsgate, New Line, Focus Features, Fox 2000, Sony, Universal, amongst others. As well, his clients have had 26 scripts on the last 7 Black Lists, the annual list of the best unproduced feature scripts, including BLONDE AMBITION, the number one script on the 2016 Black List, HEADHUNTER, the number one script on the 2020 Black List, and CAULIFLOWER, the number one script on the 2021 Black List.

His clients have also written on TV shows such as SHANTARAM, FBI INTERNATIONAL, BOSCH: LEGACY, MR ROBOT, TRAINING DAY, TINY PRETTY THINGS, HAWAII FIVE-O, THE MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE and HAND OF GOD, amongst others. He also reps the writer of the Eisner nominated comic book LITTLE BIRD. 

As a producer, John’s feature film projects include CRISTO (set up at Warner Bros, Black List 2010), WARDEN (set up at New Line) CAPSULE (set up at Fox, Black List 2013), BLONDE AMBITION (set up at Universal, Black List 2016), and LIONHUNTERS (set up at Warner Bros, Black List 2017.) He was an executive producer on the feature films ALWAYS WATCHING and PARALLEL and produced ELI, which was released by Netflix. He most recently produced INFINITE, directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Mark Wahlberg, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Dylan O’Brien, which was released by Paramount Plus.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with John Zaozirny about making it in Hollywood.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How there are two types of managers, managers who occasionally produce and producers who occasionally manage and why John wants to be the former.

- Why having a passion for screen writing can help inform who you work with as a manger.

- How you need to be really driven to be a successful screen writer.

- Why being a screenwriter is really about compromise and collaboration.

- How being a manger means representing your clients and having your clients represent you.

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835: The Best of No BS , Dan Kennedy, NoBSBooks.com

The Best of No BS

Dan Kennedy, NoBSBooks.com

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 835 Dan Kennedy

Dan S. Kennedy is the provocative, truth-telling author of several popular No B.S. books, thirteen business books total; a serial, successful, multi-millionaire entrepreneur; trusted marketing advisor, consultant and coach to hundreds of private entrepreneurial clients running businesses from $1 million to $1-billion in size; and he influences well over 1-million independent business owners annually.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Dan Kennedy about his new book, The Best of No BS.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How your brand should be enviable, desirable, and valuable.

- Why social media engagement doesn’t automatically lead to sales.

- How reality always reasserts itself and why there has been a significant downturn in paid social media advertising in 2022.

- Why you should only use media that can prove itself valuable by a measurable ROI.

- How people should be applying the principle of profound performance and what that means.

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834: Growing Your Business with a Book , Michael DeLon, Paperback Expert

Growing Your Business with a Book

Michael DeLon, Paperback Expert

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 834 Michael DeLon

Michael DeLon creates credibility. As the president of Paperback Expert, he helps business owners publish a book that positions them as the expert in their field.

Business owners seek out Michael to clarify their brand strategy, make them bestselling authors, and set up their profitable podcast. They use his Credibility Marketing strategies to gain more clients, get more referrals, and grow their revenue.

Michael is the author of On Marketing, a #1 Amazon Best-Selling author, and the Creator of The Credibility Game Plan. Since 2013, he has worked with business owners across the United States and internationally to establish and market their credibility.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Michael DeLon about growing your business with a book.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How having your own book automatically makes you an expert in your field.

- Why you don’t want to look and sound like all your competitors.

- How having a book differentiates you and is something you can give to prospects.

- Why you must remember people make decisions emotionally and then back them up with logic.

- How books are a fantastic way to get referrals from existing clients.

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833: Putting the Personal Back in Personal Injury Law , Jonathan Rosenfeld, Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers

Putting the Personal Back in Personal Injury Law

Jonathan Rosenfeld, Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 834 Jonathan Rosenfeld

Jonathan Rosenfeld is an Illinois lawyer with a nationwide practice who represents members of our society who have been seriously injured or killed due to the irresponsible acts of an individual or company. The injured have the same rights as everyone else — to be treated with compassion and respect — but their vulnerability means they need special protection and representation against those who injure, neglect, or abuse them.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Jonathan Rosenfeld about putting the personal back in personal injury law.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How a person has to have a substantial and legitimate injury to receive a settlement.

- Why people deserve financial compensation for their injuries.

- How one of the biggest mistakes people make is not hiring a lawyer for their personal injury case.

- Why you should reach out to a personal injury attorney immediately after an incident.

- How hiring an attorney can yield substantially more money than handling a personal injury incident on your own.

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@rosenfeldj

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832: Growing Your Business with Travel Incentives , Marco Torres, MarketingBoost.com

Growing Your Business with Travel Incentives

Marco Torres, MarketingBoost.com

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 832 Marco Torres

Marco Torres is the Founder of MarketingBoost.com, he has helped thousands of business owners worldwide boost sales and scale their businesses by as much as 5-fold using incentive-based marketing. He teaches entrepreneurs how to soar sales & marketing using “Value-Add-Incentives” instead of discounts. His Facebook Group is home to more than 27,000 active business owners who are raking in sales with his advice and amazingly affordable subscription program.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Marco Torres about growing your business with travel incentives.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- Why good reviews and video testimonials are powerful marketing tools.

- How affiliate marketing is a great way to help your business grow.

- Why businesses must create their own internal incentives.

- How the offerings have no strings attached from MarketingBoost.com.

- Why MarketingBoost.com is a win-win-win for Marketing Boost, the Marketing Boost member, and the consumer.

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831: Crushing It with Content Marketing at Message Lab , Ben Worthen, Message Lab

Crushing It with Content Marketing at Message Lab

Ben Worthen, Message Lab

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 831 Ben Worthen

Ben Worthen is CEO of Message Lab, an award-winning agency that combines journalism, data, and design to craft content and create experiences that get real results. Ben and his team help clients figure out how to tell stories that people actually want to hear.

Ben developed his storytelling and investigative savvy working as a journalist for 13 years, winning many national awards for news and feature writing. In 2007, he joined The Wall Street Journal, where he covered the tech industry and wrote more than 50 Page One stories. Before Message Lab, Ben was editor-in-chief at Ready State and head of content at Sequoia Capital.

Over the last two years, Message Lab has won 7 Content Marketing Awards and been a finalist for 16 more. Current and former clients include Facebook, Google, GoDaddy, ServiceNow, Elastic, and Silicon Valley Bank.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Ben Worthen about crushing it with content marketing.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How most people are looking to be entertained or informed, they aren’t looking to buy something.

- Why companies don’t know how to reach people when they aren’t looking to buy.

- How you want to expand the ways in which you can build a relationship with a potential customer.

- Why making someone a repeat customer of your ideas will likely make them a customer of your products.

- How you want to create content that people choose to pay attention to.

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linkedin.com/in/benworthen

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messagelab.com

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830: Marketing Lessons Learned from Horses , Justin Long, Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic

Marketing Lessons Learned from Horses

Justin Long, Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 830 Justin Long

Justin B. Long is an author, business owner, and the host of the podcast, Straight from the Horse Doctor’s Mouth which he produces with his wife, Dr. Erica Lacher. His best- selling book series, The Adventures of the Horse Doctor’s Husband, has been enjoyed by readers all over the world. While his wife’s mission is to make the world a better place for horses, Justin’s mission is to make the world a better place for people by helping men learn to understand themselves and grow into their full potential. 

Justin’s current book, The Righteous Rage of a Ten-Year-Old Boy, is a raw, intense examination of his childhood, the traumatic events that formed his negative self-image, and his journey through therapy to overcome it all. 

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Justin Long about marketing lessons learned from horses.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How educating your clients on where their money is best spent is a good marketing strategy.

- Why it’s important to have a strong mission statement for your company.

- How you can build client relationships through writing a book and having a podcast.

- How you can use your podcast to have difficult conversations you couldn’t have with your clients.

- Why you should be cross promoting yourself on your different media channels.

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Instagram

@springhillequine

Facebook

Facebook.com/SpringhillEquine

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springhillequine.com

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829: The Power of Podcasting , Jason Cercone, Cercone Consulting

The Power of Podcasting

Jason Cercone, Cercone Consulting

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 829 Jason Cercone

Jason Cercone is a brand strategist, podcaster, and Founder of Cercone Consulting where he helps entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals leverage the brand-building power of the podcast medium to establish authority, increase visibility, and accelerate growth. He's also the host of Evolution of Brand, a podcast featuring self-defined entrepreneurs and professionals sharing inspirational stories and tactical brand-building strategies. Jason is on a mission to give you a well-rounded understanding of the podcast platform and utilize it to tell stories, enhance awareness, build confidence, and take their brands to the next level.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Jason Cercone about the power of podcasting.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How you can make an impact by both being a guest on a podcast and having your own podcast.

- Why there is so much value in the medium of podcasts and how you can accomplish so much if you do it right.

- How you’re missing out on connecting with your audience when you don’t appear on podcasts.

- Why the best way to grow your podcast and its audience is by going on other podcasts.

- How you want to maximize your ability to network every time you host or appear on a podcast.

Connect with Jason:

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Twitter

@jasoncercone

Instagram

@jasoncercone

Facebook

facebook.com/podtheory

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncercone

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jasoncercone.com/sharkpreneur

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828: “Cuban” Estate Planning , Leslie Marenco, Trust Counsel

“Cuban” Estate Planning

Leslie Marenco, Trust Counsel

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 828 Leslie Marenco

Leslie V. Marenco is a partner who focuses her practice in the areas of Asset Protection, Estate Planning, and Corporate Transactions. Leslie is an attorney dedicated to helping both domestic and foreign families and businesses make the very best legal decisions throughout their life. She develops lifelong relationships with her clients, serving as a trusted advisor to them and to their families. Leslie expertly guides her clients as they preserve and protect their assets and legacies, including their intellectual, spiritual, and human assets.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Leslie Marenco about the importance of having a comprehensive estate plan.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How the coordination of your assets including your business and estate plan is crucial.

- Why your estate planner needs to know what your corporate documents say when planning your retirement. 

- How people don’t realize the tax consequences that could happen by changing ownership of properties. 

- Why people should be seeking good advice from their estate planners and attorneys.

- How professionals in similar fields are a great way to gain new clients.

Connect with Leslie:

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Facebook

facebook.com/MarencoLaw

Links Mentioned:

https://trustcounsel.com

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827: Inventing Our Modern Communication Systems , Aleksander Szlam, Szlam Enterprises

Inventing Our Modern Communication Systems

Aleksander Szlam, Szlam Enterprises

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 827 Aleksander Szlam

For the past several years, Aleksanader Szlam has provided consulting services focused on helping businesses achieve incredible results through strategy, technology and innovation. 

Previously, as Chairman and CEO of Melita International, Inc. and Inventions Inc. (businesses he founded in 1979 and renamed in 2002 under the trading name of eShare Communications, Inc.), Mr. Szlam and wife Halina took the companies from one-employee business operating out of their garage and evolved it into a publicly traded, profitable debt-free global leader. The innovations and business solutions conceived by Melita Int’l and Inventions Inc laid the foundation for Call Centers and the intelligent Customer Interaction Management (CIM) industry, with its presence in 45 countries. Company’s first innovation, the auto dialer and inbound/outbound call processing systems were used by schools to alert parents of child’s absence and by utility companies for emergency notifications and deployment of service personnel. 

Mr. Szlam’s personal vision, and the foundation of his business philosophy, is to provide solutions that enhance communications and benefit people around the world. Throughout Mr. Szlam’s career, he has been a driving force behind establishing contact center industry standards, including: student truancy dialers, answer detection, predictive dialing, Caller ID, inbound/outbound call blending, skills-based intelligent call routing, announcing ‘predicted hold time’ with options for call back, Computer Telephony Interface (CTI) enabling PABXs to serve Call Centers, etc., while building solutions based on innovative technologies and human factors. As a prolific and active inventor, Mr. Szlam’s name is associated with more than 50 US and International patents and more than 100 pending applications throughout the world, for hundreds of technological inventions and business solutions, including technologies upon which global contact center industry and mobile telecommunications are built today. 

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Aleksander Szlam about inventing our modern communication system.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How discovering what people need before they know they need keeps entrepreneurs on the cutting edge. 

- Why entrepreneurs should want to create solutions that help people live a better life.

- How working with someone close to you can be beneficial for your company.

- Why merging with a multi-million-dollar corporation might not be in the best interest for your company.

- How you want to hire people for your company who are committed team players.

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Linkedin.com/in/aleksander-szlam-793160

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826: Art of Tea, Steve Schwartz

Art of Tea

Steve Schwartz, Art. of Tea

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 826 Steve Schwartz

Steve Schwartz is known by many authoritative figures in the tea industry as a Master Tea Blender. He has blended award winning teas under our Art of Tea brand and his blends have won awards offered under our private label program for tea companies around the world. His drive and passion for expanding people’s knowledge and history of tea is captivating. Steve has lectured sold out tea blending classes for World Tea Conventions and frequently travels to offer educational programs on tea and tea blending.

Through his travels in Asia, India, Africa and the Middle East, Steve and Art of Tea have developed close relationships with farmers and distributors. These personal relationships, a hallmark at Art of Tea, make possible the offering of top tier organic teas and select botanicals, while ensuring that both employees and teas are treated with great respect. At Art of Tea, our intensive care program combines aesthetics with passion, flavor and high-quality control.

Art of Tea offers Customized Tea Menus, Retail Teas, Pyramid Tea bag Line, Hospitality Tea Program, Customized Blends, and Training.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Steve Schwartz about his brand, The Art of Tea.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How hiring people is important but must be done to grow your company.

- Why you should focus on what you’re good at and hire people to do the rest.

- How there will be people out there who love to do what you hate doing for your company.

- Why it’s important to constantly focus on innovation as an entrepreneur. 

- How innovation includes listening carefully to what your customers are looking for.

Connect with Steve:

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Twitter

@artoftea

Instagram

@artoftea

Facebook

facebook.com/TheArtOfTea

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artoftea.com

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825: Reasonable Business Law , Bryan Yarnell, Volk Law Offices

Reasonable Business Law

Bryan Yarnell, Volk Law Offices

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 825 Bryan Yarnell

Bryan J. Yarnell, Esq., has been admitted to the Florida Bar (1996), Texas Bar (1998), all Florida and Texas Federal District Courts, and the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit. Yarnell first attended Louisiana Tech University where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering graduating summa cum laude (1987). He joined the US Navy while in college and upon graduation he began teaching Nuclear Physics at Naval Nuclear Power School in Orlando. After completing his service in the U.S. Navy (1993), Yarnell attended Harvard Law School and received his juris doctor degree graduating cum laude (1996).

Mr. Yarnell has worked at multi-national law firms, midsized local Florida lawfirms, and has been a solo practitioner. He also has represented an oil company and a treatment center as their outside general counsel. He primarily advised the oil company, publicly traded, on SEC and contract issues. He also advised a closely held treatment center as outside counsel on various healthcare related issues and business issues. 

He now practices in a mid-sized firm in Melbourne, Florida since 2019. He has focused his practice on contract drafting, business formation, operating agreements, construction contracts, and other transactional matters for local businesses.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Bryan Yarnell about reasonable business law.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How entrepreneurs need to understand the tax implications of starting a new business.

- Why business owners should have limited liabilities companies instead of partnerships.

- How corporations have stricter legal requirements than limited liability companies. 

- Why being too aggressive legally can have a counterproductive affect.

- How many courtroom meetings have been moved to online communication.

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linkedin.com/in/bryan-yarnell-92b881125

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volklawoffices.com

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824: Strategic Advisor Board ,Jason Miller, Strategic Advisor Board

Strategic Advisor Board

Jason Miller, Strategic Advisor Board

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 824 Jason Miller

Jason Miller is a seasoned CEO with overwhelming passion to help other business owners and CEO’s succeed. He has mentored thousands of people over 2+ decades. Jason major strengths are in Project Management, Hyper Company Growth, Scaling and Strategic & Operational implementation. Jason has built several companies of his own from the ground up since 2001.

Jason has a specialty in helping businesses create a passive system of income and guiding other business owners through the rough waters of “Growing” and “Scaling” their company in sequence. Jason currently operates The Strategic Advisor Board, Miller & Company as well as other companies with multiple brands to include a full-service Marketing Agency, Staffing Agency and a Government Contracting Branch were services can be provided for multiple agencies of the US Government. (And more).

Jason is a bestselling published author in the business world to include a 3x international bestseller and his 7 published books have been featured at Barnes and Noble, stores worldwide and are also available on Amazon. Jason donates all his book sales to “Homes for Hero’s” of which donations have played a part in building multiple homes for Wounded Warriors. Jason has also been featured in Voyage Denver Magazine twice for being one of Colorado’s most inspiring companies. He has also been featured on Forbes Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, GMA, ABC, FOX, NBC, CBS and many more. Jason holds an MBA in business and continues to educate himself as a lifelong learner.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Jason Miller about his company, Strategic Advisor Board.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How small business owners must be able to hyperfocus on growing and scaling.

- Why you can’t use a cookie cutter approach when helping a business.

- How business owners should identify their mission and then stick to it.

- Why the structure of the business is the most important aspect when scaling.

- How managing your time can be a big challenge as an entrepreneur. 

Connect with Jason:

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Twitter

@BoardStrategic

Instagram

@strategicadvisorboard

Facebook

facebook.com/strategicadvisorboard

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/company/strategic-advisor-board

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strategicadvisorboard.com

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823: Using Blockchain Technology to Reinvent the Advertising Industry , Matt Wasserlauf, BLOCKBOARD

Using Blockchain Technology to Reinvent the Advertising Industry

Matt Wasserlauf, BLOCKBOARD

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 823 Matt Wasserlauf

Matt Wasserlauf, one of the original disruptors of the TV business, is known as the visionary who revolutionized advertising by enticing television advertisers to invest their marketing dollars online. In 2020, iMedia recognized Matt with the “Conviction Award” for his unwavering belief and conviction in the future of video beyond TV. In 2004, he founded Broadband Enterprises (BBE), the industry’s first online video company and co-founded the mobile video platform Torrential in 2013. He recently sold Torrential to the television company ITN, the leading unwired broadcast network.

In May of 2019, Matt Wasserlauf launched his newest, and arguably most exciting venture yet, BLOCKBOARD; a new digital distribution platform service that utilizes Blockchain technology to distribute videos. As advertisers continue to shift their attention towards OTT and non-linear television, Matt Wasserlauf created BLOCKBOARD to ensure trust, full transparency, and verification in the shifting advertising landscape.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Matt Wasserlauf about using blockchain technology to reinvent the advertising industry.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How blockchain can help rebuild some of the components of the video marketplace.

- Why it’s important for people to have transparency with their advertising.

- How BLOCKBOARD turns infomercials into high performing digital video ads.

- Why many companies are hesitant to change and how that can be detrimental.

- How BLOACKBOARD wants to help businesses grow and scale to their greatest potential.

Connect with Matt:

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Twitter

@Blockboardco

Instagram

@blockboardco

Facebook

facebook.com/blockboardco

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/company/video-ico

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myblockboard.com

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822: Senior Insurance Marketing , Todd Brauch, Senior Insurance Marketing

Senior Insurance Marketing

Todd Brauch, Senior Insurance Marketing

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 822 Todd Brauch

Todd Brauch has over 30 years of experience in the life and annuity industry. He has his FLMI and ACS designation also Life, Health, and Annuity License. Given his wealth of experience and insurance knowledge he is an asset to the Senior Insurance Marketing team.

Todd is an avid member of several organizations and loves spending time with his wife and two sons – as well as time on the family farm.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Todd Brauch about marketing insurance to seniors.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How Senior Insurance Marketing helps supplement Medicare for seniors.

- Why insurance agents are leaving a lot of the table by only offering a Medicare supplement sale.

- How Senior Marketing Insurance helps alleviate a wide array of expenses, so you beneficiaries can be left with more.

- Why Senior Marketing Insurance offers more than Medicare supplements.

- How insurance agents can serve their client better by making sure they have the right coverage.

Connect with Todd:

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Instagram

@seniorinsurancemarketing

Facebook

facebook.com/simkt

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/company/simkt

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simkt.com

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BestsellingBook.com

Vikrant Shaurya, BestSellingBook.com

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 821 Vikrant Shaurya

Vikrant Shaurya is the CEO and Founder of BestsellingBook.com. He’s also the author of two #1 bestsellers: P.O.W.E.R: The Success Mantra, and How to Write a Bestseller: Become a Bestselling Author, Attract High-Value Clients, and Skyrocket Your Authority. 

Vikrant is the most-viewed author for “eBook Publishing” on Quora and is recognized by the National Academy of Bestselling Authors.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Vikrant Shaurya about writing a bestselling book.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How BestsellingBook.com can help you write your book and get it out there.

- Why having a bestselling book can help you establish yourself as an authority.

- How BestsellingBook.com offers more than 50 services for self-publishing authors.

- Why having a strong business is a great starting point for writing a book.

- How many people fail at writing a book because they don’t have an outline and procrastinate.

Connect with Vikrant:

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@bestsellingbookdotcom

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facebook.com/bestsellingbookdotcom

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/company/bestsellingbook

Links Mentioned:

BestsellingBook.com

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From $100, to $1 Million and Beyond on Amazon

Robyn Johnson, Marketplace Blueprint

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 820 Robyn Johnson

Robyn Johnson has been heralded as one of the country's foremost leaders on the topic of selling and marketing products on Amazon.com. Robyn has been a guest on shows like Entrepreneur on Fire, Confessions of A Marketer, and is a SEMrush Academy professor. 

Robyn is the co-founder of Marketplace Blueprint, a digital agency that specializes in listing optimization and advertising on Amazon. She has over a decade of experience of selling online on Amazon, eBay, and other eCommerce venues. 

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Robyn Johnson about making $1 million on amazon.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How many brands need help navigating how to sell their product on Amazon.

- Why you shouldn’t be afraid to start things that no one else will do.

- How being a reseller isn’t glamorous or fun but it’s still a great way to start a business.

- How many people in the Amazon space stumbled on being an entrepreneur.

- Why you should get your feet wet on eBay before moving to selling on Amazon.

Connect with Robyn:

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Twitter

@AMZRobynJohnson

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/robynjohnsonaz

Links Mentioned:

MarketplaceBlueprint.com

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819: Disrupting the Skin Care Industry , Dr. Reid Maclellan, Cortina Health

Disrupting the Skin Care Industry

Dr. Reid Maclellan, Cortina Health

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Kevin Harrington and Seth Greene Episode 819 Dr. Reid Maclellan

Reid Maclellan, M.D. is the Founder and CEO of Cortina Health, Inc. Dr. Maclellan also is an Adjunct Professor of Plastic Surgery at both Harvard Medical School and Boston Children’s Hospital where he practices and teaches translational medical research. Cortina Health, an artificial intelligence healthcare company, has a mission to restore the “care” in healthcare and improve quality of life for both patients and physicians.

Cortina Health combines its proprietary patent pending AI-assisted teledermatology solution with its national network of board-certified dermatologists to provide patients with an immediate diagnosis and treatment plan all from the comfort of the patient’s home. Cortina’s compounding pharmacy then formulates and delivers the customized medications to the patient’s doorstep. Cortina’s platform automatically connects with the patient regularly to ensure a true continuity of care.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Dr. Reid Maclellan about disrupting the skin care industry.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How Cortina is a virtual teledermatology that is available in all 50 states.

- How you get your results from a board-certified dermatologist in 24 hours with Cortina, unlike a traditional practice that may take 6 months to get you in.

- Why everyone in America should have access to elite, board certified dermatologists.

- How the secret to success is surrounding yourself with people who are smarter than you.

- How Cortina’s dermatologists have seen over 100,000 patients collectively.

Connect with Dr. Maclellan:

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Twitter

@getcortina

Instagram

@getcortina

Facebook

facebook.com/GetCortina

LinkedIn

Linkedin.com/company/cortinahealth

Links Mentioned:

cortinahealth.com

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Scaling to an 8 Figure E-Commerce Business

Jason Wong, Pughaus

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 818 Jason Wong

In the past 8 years, Jason Wong has built a portfolio of 7-figure and 8-figure eCommerce brands that span beauty, food and beverages, home decor, and apparel. His holding company Pughaus is involved in brands such as Doe Lashes, Kaja Beauty, I Dew Care, Nectar Hard Seltzer, Triple Whale, and other emerging brands in the DTC space. Renowned for his approach to brand marketing and framework to bootstrap consumer brands, he teaches his program at Shopify as well as speaking at universities across the country.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Jason Wong about scaling eCommerce business to 8 figures.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How using images that are already highly searched for online in the art you sell can bring great success.

- Why you should wait to quit your day job until money hits your bank account from your business.

- How capturing the zeitgeist of the moment can help you and your products go viral.

- Why you shouldn’t only rely on paid ads to make your business profitable.

- How if you start something with influencing, you can scale it with paid ads.

Connect with Jason:

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Twitter

@Eggroll

Instagram

@pug

Links Mentioned:

bbclass.co

pug.haus

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Selling B2B SaaS Companies

Lowell Ricklefs, Traction Advising

– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 817 Lowell Ricklefs

Lowell Ricklefs is the Founder of Traction Advising which specializes in helping B2B SaaS companies with >$5M ARR get acquired. Lowell’s been a Co-founder/CEO/Chairman, COO of a $120M public company, Startup CRO and Global VP Rockwell. He’s a Global Mentor, Investor, Board member and CEO coach.

As a founder/CEO he knows what it’s like to start up a company, build a product, hire employees, raise money, find customers, keep them happy and make payroll. He leverages this experience to craft acquisitions that get the best outcome for the founders and investors structured to maximize success.

Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Lowell Ricklefs about selling B2B SaaS companies.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How there are little things businesses can do to improve their metrics with little effort.

- Why it’s important to say no to some clients and not take on too much.

- How historically people went to banks to sell their companies and why that isn’t the best method.

- How SaaS companies are financially simple and infinitely scalable.

Connect with Lowell:

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LinkedIn

linkedin.com/company/traction-advising-m&a

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tractionadvising.com

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