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How do you cultivate personal growth and transformation? Is it some kind of mountain top experience? Is it knowledge based or experience based? The answer will be different for each person. Dov Baron has experienced true personal growth. He has a powerful story to tell that has shaped who he has become today. On this episode, Dov talks about his own journey of transformation, how to develop authenticity, how to capitalize on pivotal moments in life, how to find self worth, and much more! Don't miss Dov's valuable life lessons on this episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged! What is so great about authenticity? Authenticity has become a buzzword in our culture. There is very good reason for this recent rise and success for the concept of authenticity. It grabs people, it feels real, everyone can relate to it. What place does authenticity have in the business world? Men and women are craving for their leaders to display authenticity and vulnerability. When done well, displaying these values earns leaders credibility

Where do you go to find inspiration? How do you find your life's passion? These are the questions that Mindie Kniss wrestled with for many years. It has taken various travels, years of learning, and a vocation dedicated to coaching that led Mindie to the answers she sought. Listen as she shares her struggle with regret and guilt, how she found freedom in forgiveness, and her discovery of the "Four Heart Keys." Mindie's journey is full of wisdom and insight that you won't get anywhere else! Make sure to listen to this episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged. The healing power of telling your story When you struggle guilt and regret it can seem like you are in a cage. You lock yourself in that cage day after day when you can't move past damage you've done or the damage others have done to you. What if you could experience freedom from carrying all that pain? Mindie Kniss carried around her fair share of guilt and regret. She made some poor financial decisions when she was younger and owned a home that she rented out

In an age of internet start ups and the quick rise and fall of tech companies, what makes one stand out among the rest? Profit and success are often the first things that come to mind. Is the bottom line always the best measure for success? There are some business leaders who think differently. Joel Kellman has built his career and business on putting others first. He sees customer care as a vital value in his corner of internet sales and lead generation. Joel is a breath of fresh air in an industry that can seem "Cutthroat" and "Dog eat dog." Make sure to listen to this episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged and learn from Joel's infectious attitude of putting others first! What is Online Sales Pro? Every business and sales organization needs leads. Every company, large and small needs more prospects to build their customer base, drive sales, and produce a profit. Where do these leads come from? How can you expand your reach? Online Sales Pro (OSP) guided by Joel Kellman provides that answer. Joel has built a ser

How do you cultivate a growth mindset? In the business world, leaders are constantly looking for the next strategy or insight to push their organization over the top. Many seminars and books try to tackle this topic with varying degrees of success. Sometimes, what's needed is a guiding hand, someone who can see where you need to go and give you the tools necessary to thrive. Kelly Roach has the tools leaders are looking for to grow their business. She has years of experience as a Business Growth Specialist. Kelly is passionate about helping entrepreneurs develop a growth mindset for their personal and professional life. Listen to this episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged to hear how you can experience exponential growth! Changing your story Everyone has a central narrative that drives them. Have you ever thought about you central story? Kelly Roach grew up in a large family with little means. She grew up happy and healthy, but she remembers money being a stressor in her home. As she got older, Kelly sought to ch

"But I still haven't found what I'm looking for…." - U2 How do you discover what motivates you? Is is a trial and error process? Is there a magic formula to this discovery? You aren't alone if you've asked those questions. Thought leader and entrepreneur, David Gonzalez has been wrestling with this question for some time. He has enjoyed a successful career in Real Estate, Direct Marketing, and Hypnosis Therapy. Yet, David still finds himself searching for that "One Thing" that will be his legacy. He wants to build something that will outlive him, something that he can be proud of. On his journey, David has learned some valuable insights that he wants to pass on. Don't miss this eye opening episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged to hear more from David! Taking it Public. Social Pressure as a tool for success! With 2017 just around the corner, many Americans will commit to turning over a new leaf and attempt to complete a New Year's resolution. But on average, 92% of those who make New Year's resolutions fail. Only

What is your elevator pitch? John Livesay, the "Pitch Whisperer" is convinced that everyone needs to have one. You might be thinking, "What is a Pitch Whisperer?" Getting his audience to ask that question is part of his pitch! He says that every good pitch makes your audience say, "Tell me more." John has made it his role in the business world to help entrepreneurs articulate their best pitch. A world class pitch doesn't start with an appealing product, it starts with a good story. John wants to help leaders like you tell your story to the best of your ability! Don't miss this valuable episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged! What Makes a Great Pitch? Why do investors choose one entrepreneur over another? Is it the product? NO! John Livesay, says it's the sizzle not the steak, the jockey not the horse, the person not the product. Even if you don't realize it, you have a brand. You have a story to tell. All you need are the tools necessary to succeed. John is dedicated to equipping as many leaders as possible. He ha

Dr. Sean Stephenson has an amazing story to tell. He has struggled with and has overcome insecurity. Sean had to battle his way through life from the very beginning. He was diagnosed with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, a disease that causes fragile bones that tend to break often. It also affected his height. Sean is three feet tall and has to cope with limited mobility. Despite all this, Sean thrives in life. He wants to tell everyone about the lessons he's learned and share the tools he's acquired in overcoming insecurity. In fact, Sean's mission in life is to rid the world of insecurity. Listen to Sean's inspiring story on this episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged! What Does it take to "Go Viral?" Have you ever wondered why a video on the internet goes "Viral?" Last year, after putting it off all day, Dr. Sean Stephenson posted his daily "1 Minute With Sean" video. Only, this time he didn't speak on the video and he had no idea that it would go on to reach millions of people. Sean is convinced that his video went vi

Julie Broad would be the first to tell you that personal branding wasn't on her radar when she started out as a reluctant saleswoman. As an introvert, she found out quickly that working in sales was going to be tough. But Julie didn't quit, she adapted. Before too long, she found a way to be successful in a high octane, high energy, go get em' industry like real estate investing. Follow Julie's journey from sales to real estate investment to personal branding. She wants to share the wisdom she's gained from her years of experience to help others thrive and succeed. Don't miss this inspiring episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged! Is Financial Success the Ultimate Goal? Julie and her husband Dave were living the dream. They found significant success in the world of real estate investment. As their portfolio expanded and they took on bigger and more exciting projects they realized something was missing. One evening talking at their kitchen table Julie and Dave discovered what truly mattered. This conversation put th

On the road to success, there are a multitude of strategies and formulas that vie for your attention. As you wade through the thicket of options, one critical area that often gets overlooked is personal development. You might say something like "I'll get around to reading that book, taking that evaluation, or finding a coach." Before too long, time has rushed by and you wonder why you haven't experienced the level of success you had expected. On this episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged, Tony sits down with Dan Kuschell, a professional Business Growth Specialist. He's uncovered the cornerstones of personal development which have resulted in exponential success. Dan wants to share these solutions with listeners like you! Grab a pen and paper and get ready for some powerful insights! From humble beginnings to personal growth and success! Dan Kuschell grew up in the inner city of Detroit, where he watched his father work on the auto manufacturing lines. Growing up in a blue-collar working family and seeing his fath

How do you tackle a healthy work life balance and pursue success when it feels impossible? On today's episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged, Tony sits down with a guest who has been through difficult times and made it out on the other end with renewed drive and determination. Tommie Powers shares about dropping out of the NASA grant program, his battle with congestive heart failure, finding success with internet marketing, and so much more! Be prepared for some powerful lessons that will make you rethink what success really looks like. Striving for success, faced with death, and coming out on top: Tommie Powers' story Tommie has always been a numbers guy, he started going through the NASA grant program while in college but soon dropped out. Trying to find his way down the path to success, Tommie found himself faced with a life threatening situation; congestive heart failure. Tommie talks about that dark time, wanting to give up, and hitting rock bottom - but he doesn't stop there. He tells how he found his way on

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have someone with world class talent and success let you in on how they got there? On today's episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged, Tony introduces a guest that will give you a peek into where he's been and what he's learned on the road to success. Craig Ballantyne shares nuggets of wisdom about his journey as an author, strength and fitness coach, and business owner. He covers lessons on success, productivity, and routine among other topics. Don't forget to grab a pen and paper as Craig brings a wealth of wisdom! From stress and anxiety to routine and productivity: Craig Ballantyne's story In 2006, Craig Ballantyne was on his way up - a successful writer and strength and fitness coach when he ran into an obstacle called anxiety. While working through this trial of anxiety, Craig wrote about his experience. He has since compiled these writings into his book, "The Perfect Day Formula". This book, based on stoic philosophy is a great help to hone in on what matters.

If you have a loved one who is plagued with Alzheimer's you know the surreal experiences the condition can present. Both Tony and his guest today have experience with relatives who suffer from Alzheimer's - and Julia Lundstrom is doing something about it. She and her brothers are the force behind Simple Smart Science, a company that specializes in supplements that improve brain health and memory. But Julia didn't start out there. Her story includes a broken relationship and a bout with depression that she faced and overcame. You can hear her story on this episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged. From deep depression to business success: Julia Lundstrom's story. Julia Lundstrom was in relationship with a man for 3 years and toward the end of that time discovered that much of what she'd believed to be true really wasn't. The man was a pathological liar and the realization threw Julia for a loop. After leaving the relationship she went on a trip to Asia and fell into a very deep depression. But she wasn't willing to s

Income properties are just one of the many things Jason Hartman has done over the years to build his investment portfolio, but it's still the one that he believes is the most advantageous asset class for the average person. On this episode, Jason doesn't only share his views about income properties, he also tells the story of how he started his own real estate investment business at 19 years of age and has gone on to accomplish so many other things as well. You can learn more about how Jason has done all this and more on this episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged. He built a real estate investment company at 19 years of age. Jason Hartman is not your typical real estate investor simply because he's still young but has been doing investments and investment deals for over 20 years. This guy started his own real estate business and began real estate investing at the age of 19 and hasn't looked back since. He's learned lots of lessons in a variety of niches within the industry: single family homes, multi-family prope

Follow your dreams. You hear people say it a lot these days but how many actually do it? The conversation you hear in this episode is with a guy who has truly put himself on the line when it comes to applying that philosophy. He's just booked a flight and gotten a passport to move to Columbia (in South America) to do volunteer work and run his business remotely. He firmly believes that as you follow your dreams doors will open to enable you to achieve them. Tony's guest today is Vernon Foster. When you follow your dreams anything can happen. The reason anything can happen when you dare to follow your dreams is because if you do nothing you will get nothing. You've got to take the steps to make a difference in your own life before you'll make a difference in anybody else's life. Vernon Foster knows that. It's the reason he's been pushing the envelope in a number of areas in his life and is now headed to South America to fulfill the longtime dream of learning a second language and experiencing a different cultu

Make it happen. That's the unspoken mantra of today's guest, Kolby Kay. His adult life is a proven track record of tenacity and personal drive that won't let up, no matter the obstacles he's faced. On this episode, Tony chats with Kolby about his journey and what it is that keeps him going even in the hardest times. Kolby is an entrepreneur, author, teacher, student, husband, and father. He spent over 15 years in corporate America as an executive running sales and marketing for companies such as IBM, Hewlett-Packard, Microsoft, Dell and many others. Kolby has built, sold, and advised over 20 startups that have generated over 50 million dollars in revenue. There's a lot you can learn from a guy like that, so don't miss out. Making it happen begins with your mindset - your belief in yourself. We all have struggles. Everyone experiences obstacles. It's the inner qualities of drive and tenacity that enable one person to overcome when another doesn't. Kolby Kay doesn't believe that the person who overcomes is some

You know, life is a journey. That's something I'm learning more and more every day. And being a journey there's very little about it that is predictable. For the last few episodes of this show I've been telling you that a lot of changes are coming - but here we are at episode 51 and it will probably seem to you like very little has changed. But what's changed is me. I've come to realize that because of the journey nature of life, I can make my best plans (like for this show) and things may not come together as I plan. But I'm also learning to say, "That's OK." I don't have to have it all figured out or perfect. I just need to keep moving forward, keep reaching for my dreams, and keep maximizing every minute of my life. On this episode I'm going to tell you how I got to where I'm at with this podcast and why I'm taking the changes slowly. I hope you'll take the time to listen and hear what's on my heart. It's part of the journey that I want to share with you because you've been on the journey with me. OUTLINE

Who you are is what matters. The importance of personal branding can't be underestimated. But it's more than an attempt to make yourself a household name that matters. It's the person behind the brand that makes all the difference. In the first clip from this "best of" episode you'll hear a business legend, Jim Palmer talk about what it takes to ensure that the person part of the brand is actually worth branding. What is the value you are adding to the lives of others? Vinnie Fisher is an incredibly successful entrepreneur who loves to invest himself in helping others reach the levels of success they are capable of reaching. That's because he understands that the most important thing about any business is how it is helping others. It's a personal discipline he follows and the message he preaches. You'll never be effective at personal branding unless you master that simple act of generosity. You can hear Jim's insights into this vital business subject, on this episode. Nehal Kazim is always pushing himself to

If you want to learn how to stay focused in the busy entrepreneurial world out there, this episode is for you. Tony's pulled together a number of sound bytes from his most recent guests that address the issue of focus and he's hoping that the things you take away from this brief episode will give you the shot in the arm you need to get on track and stay on track with the goals you need to accomplish today. This is a "best of" episode of the show, leading up to the debut of our new format and direction next week.   What should you do with all the bright, shiny objects that keep showing up? Every entrepreneur who tries to leverage the internet to advance their business knows what a struggle it can be to stay focused on your strategy while taking into account the new opportunities and platforms that show up almost daily. On this episode, you can hear Marty McDonald give his advice about how to assess the new opportunities without losing track of what you're really trying to do. This short clip could provide

It's all the same struggle, no matter the level you are at as an entrepreneur. We all fight the same things to succeed. Self-doubt. Insecurity. Weak mindsets. Conditioning from the past. No matter which way you slice it those are the hurdles you've got to be able to overcome if you're going to make it as a startup founder or entrepreneur. This episode is a "best of" episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged where we've pulled together some sound bytes from some of our previous guests, all focused on the fact that we are all the same when it comes to the obstacles we face. Heather Havenwood: Dating coach tells why men are easier to coach than women. When it comes to the intimate relationships in life it's not always as simple as chemistry, is it? There's a relational component that goes far deeper and is much more difficult to figure out. That's why dating coaches exist, people like Heather Havenwood. They help us recognize that the issues we individually deal with in dating relationships are all the same - and the mo

Keeping your clients happy isn't always easy, a story from Ryan Bradshaw No matter what niche you are in you're going to have to do a stellar job with customers and clients.Ryan Bradshaw has built an incredible wedding DJ business and has had to handle many difficult situations with his clients throughout the years. The story he shares on this episode illustrates the type of steps you need to be willing to take to make your customers happy and keep them happy. It's not an easy task but if you do it well you will stand out in your industry like Ryan has and become the go-to guy or gal for what you do. Arjun Arora has learned that you've got to be careful who you let on the bus. When you have hopes of building a company that scales well you're going to have to bring other talented people onto your team to help you make it happen. Highly successful businesses are never a one man show. In this clip, Arjun Arora shares what he's learned about the importance of getting the right people onto the team. Every person