The Deep Voice Man Show

Andrew is an inspirational speaker, trainer, and coach who specializes in helping everyone be their best in all areas of life while making a more significant positive impact in our world. He is helping some of our world’s leading movers and shakers and will influence many more in the years to come. His Book "The Way" is the perfect solution to all the problems facing our world right now.

Andrew was born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1966 to parents fighting for the civil rights movement. His life is a combination of The Rocky Story, Think and Grow Rich, & The Celestine Prophecy on Steroids! He has been through so many harrowing and intense situations that those stories alone could fill volumes. He has overcome dyslexia, other learning disabilities, being legally blind in one eye, and being bullied to become a school leader, athlete and attain university degrees in Speech & Communications, Religious Studies, and Eastern Philosophy. He has lived overseas, traveled the world, is a martial artist, yogi, and what many call a health and fitness fanatic. He is a serial entrepreneur and has run a successful strategic consulting firm for over 20 years. He is the creator of The 7th Foundation, The One Show, The One Tribe, One Movement, One Party, and the bestselling author of The Way, 7 Revolutionary Steps to Living a Meaningful Life & Making a Real Difference in the World.

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Rod Bourn is the Founder of Down Set Lead, a firm that makes people and organizations better through strategic growth initiatives, training, and coaching. Rod is not only a "Mediocrity Disruptor," but a strategic planner, professional speaker, trainer & emcee and an upcoming author of "Down Set Lead." His clients’ successes are a testament to his ability to quickly connect and understand their needs and put plans into action.

You are in for a treat as Rod imparts his deeply impactful advice and knowledge:

-why you need to hire coaches to succeed

-the current state of coaching and its future

-his competitive advantage as a coach

-how he helps clients "level up"

-the best ways to network

-advice he gives to would-be coaches

-how to find a great consultant

-vital life lessons

-book recommendations

-and more

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Rod at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rod-bourn/

https://downsetlead.com/

rbourn@downsetlead.com

Originally from Sweden, Tina Larsson is the Co-founder of The Folson Group. They cut costs for co-op and condo boards and apartment building owners. They guarantee results. 

You are in for a treat as Tina imparts her profound wisdom and insights on:

-the current state of co-ops and condos and their future

-her competitive advantage as an consultant

-how she helps clients save boatloads of money

-the best ways to network

-advice she gives to would-be consultants

-how to find a great consultant

-vital life lessons

-book recommendations 

-and more 

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Tina at: 

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

TheFolsonGroup.com 

https://www.instagram.com/folsongrp/

Ron Stickler is the author of Reach & Exceed Your Sales Goals: Using PRO$PERITY Personality Recognition. He has been involved in the sales field for over 50 years. He is 73, and is the winner of over a dozen various sales awards. Ron offers a very unique type of sales training. This exact training is probably unknown to almost every single listener & Ron is the ONLY person teaching & offering the info we will be talking about. So make yourself comfortable, get ready to change your sales career, your life, and how you see everyone - FOREVER!

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Ron at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-stickler-a6018210/

Purchase Ron's excellent book on sales and leave a great 5-star review:

https://www.amazon.com/Reach-Exceed-Your-Sales-Goals-ebook/dp/B07DLGM6KD/

Dylan Hildebrandt is a freelance copywriter & blogger. Writing has always been the pillar upon which his career is built. It began as a child writing stories in grade school when he would create tales to read in front of the class. As he grew up, writing became a pastime that eventually evolved into a career.

You are in for a treat as Dylan provides his insights on the current state of business and copywriting, moving and entertaining stories from his career, his competitive advantages as a copywriter, the best ways to network, advice he gives to would-be copywriters and those looking to hiring a copywriter, vital life lessons, book/course recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Dylan at

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

dylansbloghouse.com

Michael Ellis is a Copy Consultant for B2B Brands and a copywriter. He helps firms increase their website traffic, grow their conversion rate by 25 % & up, and increase their qualified demand generation by 10X through persuasive copy. Michael Ellis is an expert marketer with an outside-the-box approach to help entrepreneurs with strategic planning & copy editing.

You are in for a treat as Micheal provides his insights on the current state of business and copywriting, moving and entertaining stories from his career, his competitive advantage as a copywriter, the best ways to network, advice he gives to would-be copywriters and those looking to hiring a copywriter, vital life lessons, book/course recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Michael at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-ellis-1a367249/

https://twitter.com/michael10056463?lang=en

https://www.instagram.com/ellismichaelmike92/

mikeiswealthy@gmail.com

Gail Zelitzky has been a business coach for women for 21+ years. Gail helps clients realign, reimagine and rediscover their unlimited potential.She is also an author, speaker, and mentor. She is the Founder of  Wonder Women Mastermind Group and Women Rising. She hosts a podcast called, "Women Over 70-Aging Reimagined."

You are in for a treat as Gail provides her insights on the current state of business and its future, her firm's competitive advantage, the best way to network, advice she gives to would-be entrepreneurs, how firms should go about marketing themselves, vital life lessons, book recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Gail at

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

womenover70.com

gail@gailzelitzky.com

gailzelitzky.com

Yahavy St Clair is a self-published author, speaker, podcast host, podcast publicist, marketing consultant,music artist, real estate investor, personal trainer, actor and comedian. Yahavy helps professionals in business share their business story through podcast content marketing. He hosts a fantastic podcast called the St Clair Speaks Show which focuses on entrepreneurialism and self-improvement. 

You are in for a treat as Yahavy provides his insights on the current state of business and its future, his competitive advantage as a coach, the best way to network, advice he gives to entrepreneurs, how to find a great coach, vital life lessons, book recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Yahavy at

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

https://www.instagram.com/husslehav/

https://www.facebook.com/StclairSpeaksShow/

StClairSpeaksShow.com

StClairSpeaks.com

(Search for Yahavy or St Clair Speaks Show on ClubHouse)

Antonio Prescott is the self-described "Sales Fanatic." He helps firms from small businesses to large firms like Whirlpool and Electrolux by offering sales training and guaranteed results. He is a public speaker and a lecturer at CTS college when it comes to sales and marketing.

You are in for a treat as Antonio provides his insights on the current state of business and its future, his competitive advantage as a coach, the best ways to network, advice he gives to would-be entrepreneurs, how firms should search for the right coach, vital life lessons, book recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Antonio at

http://antonioprescott.com/

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

Russ Hedge is an author, motivational speaker, podcaster, livestreamer, sales/marketing consultant and coach. He teaches entrepreneurs how to grow their business through connections. He turns their purpose into profit. He has 30+ years of experience.

You are in for a treat as Russ provides his insights on the current state of business and its future, his competitive advantage as a coach, the best ways to network, advice he gives to would-be entrepreneurs, how firms should search for the right coach, vital life lessons, book recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Russ at

https://www.russhedge.com/

Martha Hoy is a registered nurse, author, speaker, world traveler and founder of Mother Martha Family Foundation and AMKA Foundation Africa. She is the pure embodiment of perseverance and compassion. She has a unique story that involves surviving a horrific car accident and an abusive marriage to rescuing orphans in Uganda.  She has written two books about her story, "Lead with your heart" and "Enjoy the Journey."

Get ready to be moved and inspired by Martha's journey. This interview is mandatory listening for every human.

Please connect with Martha and put this "Center of Influence" in your network:

https://mothermarthafamilyfoundation.org/

https://twitter.com/annmarhoy

https://www.instagram.com/marthahoy33/

https://www.facebook.com/leadwithyourheartmartha/

Mike Mausteller is a business growth enabler and entrepreneur's best friend. Mike believes entrepreneurs are at the core of every wealthy economy. He has seen owners with slightly better information and tools have drastically better results. He has helped firms from Forune 500 companies to small and medium sized businesses beat their competition. Mike is certified as a business and executive coach with FocalPoint. He obtained his MBA from the University of Maryland and a degree from Penn State University.

You are in for a treat as Mike provides his insights on the current state of business and its future, his firm's competitive advantage, the best way to network, advice he gives to would-be entrepreneurs, how firms should go about marketing themselves, vital life lessons, book recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Mike at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mausteller/

Mike@buckeyebusinessperformance.com

614-515-7257

JR Allen is known as “Your Community Mortgage Guru.” He is a visionary, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, mentor, dad, philanthropist and author. His day job is being a Senior Loan Officer for Contour Mortgage based out of New York (NMLS ID #1910107). He has been in this industry since 1989 and is licensed in many states. He and his team are passionate about educating current and future borrowers about the entire Mortgage Process. He has dedicated his life to helping folks secure the financing to obtain a home. He has made the dream of home ownership a reality for many. He is also known for his infectious positivity.

You are in for a treat as JR provides his insights on the current state of banking and its future, his firm's competitive advantage, the best way to network, advice he gives to would-be homeowners, incredible stories from his life and career, vital life lessons, book recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with JR at

914-280-9440

https://thejrallenshow.com/

info@jrallenshow.com

info@jrallenonline.com

Rita Ernst is a business coach on a mission to make business ownership easier. She is the CEO of Ignite Your Extraordinary. As a business goals coach, she helps entrepreneurs make dramatic progress in achieving their revenue targets. She gets amazing results for her clients. She helped one consumer services firm raise sales by 30% and increase billable hours by a 1000 per week.

You are in for a treat as Rita provides his insights on the current state of business and its future, her competitive advantage as a coach, the best way to network, advice she gives to entrepreneurs, how to find a great coach, vital life lessons, book recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Rita at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-ernst-business-goals-coach/

https://www.instagram.com/igniteextraordinary/

https://www.facebook.com/igniteextraordinary/

www.igniteextraordinary.com

Mykal White is a performance & behavior change coach and the Founder & CEO of NUNDA. For executives, she is a partner, problem solver, trusted advisor and secret weapon. Prior to being a coach, she was a sales leader with over 10 years of successful experience in building relationships and asking for the business. Her clients include Infor and ClassPass.

You are in for a treat as Mykal provides her insights on the current state of business and its future, her competitive advantage as a coach, the best way to network, advice she gives to entrepreneurs, how to find a great coach, vital life lessons, book recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Mykal at

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

mykal@nunda.com

Cheri Dolan is an Information Communication Technology Consultant at Select Communications. She is a creative genius in her field! She works with companies to create solutions to best utilize their phones, internet, and web security. She provides custom designed solutions to cater to evolving businesses needs.

You are in for a treat as this mother of four who knows 4 languages provides her insights on the current state of business and its future, her firm's competitive advantage as a coach, the best way to network, advice she gives to entrepreneurs, overcoming sexism and discrimination, etc. She will regale you with incredible stories, vital life lessons, book recommendations and more.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Cheri at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheridolan1/

c.dolan@selectcommunications.com

Mary Jenkins is a cancer patient advocate and a 2x breast cancer survivor. She is on a mission to save the world.

Listen to this interview to find out about her amazing, incredible story.

Please connect with Mary and donate to her cause:

thecoccares.org

https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryjenkins7/

https://www.facebook.com/thecoccares

https://twitter.com/TheCOCCares

https://www.instagram.com/thecoccares/

Elisa B. Bennett is the Founder of EB Bennett Media. She is a LinkedIn lead generation expert. She helps clients create their own custom lead generation system to grow their revenue with less time, money and effort through the platform. She gets clients "Leads You Love." Elisa's clients have gotten amazing results. She helped a career growth coach achieve 275x ROI in just 1 year. She also helped a consultant go from almost bankruptcy to so many leads & clients he needs to hire a team.

During our conversation, she talks about

-how her experience in sales led her to LinkedIn

-the current state of lead generation and its future

-what makes LinkedIn the best source of leads

-the "Rules of the Road" when it comes to LinkedIn

-why your LinkedIn profile is so important

-what makes her unique and effective as a LinkedIn coach

-how meditation can grow your bank account

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Connect with Elisa at

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

https://www.elisabbennett.com/

Ben Thomasian is a financial professional who founded a firm called HealthWealthAndRealEstate where he assists clients with a range of insurance and investment needs, either as a generalist or within one or more special areas of expertise, such as financial planning, insurance for business needs or estate planning needs. He also has a strong background in IT. He has worked as a technician at Stanford University for over 5 years. He is currently the Director of IT at The Phillips Brooks School. He is a real estate investor. He owns properties in Florida, Texas and Missouri. He also knows a lot about health and wellness. I will definitely let Ben tell his incredible story in this area. He loves to teach people in all these areas and it's completely free. 

During our discussion, Ben talks about

-the amazing story of his immigrant parents

-current state of education and business

-stories from his life and career

-how to network

-advice he gives those who want a coach

-important life lessons

-book recommendations you don't want to miss

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Ben at

http://healthwealthandrealestate.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCStubQwt0pi-ce4HrfIsWTA

Larry Long Jr. is the Director of Collegiate Sales at Teamworks, a firm that provides IT solutions to sports-affiliated organizations. He is an experienced salesman with a demonstrated history of success in SaaS sales and a proven track record of hitting goals. He is passionate about coaching, and helping sales professionals take their game to the 'next level.' At his current position, he gets to combine his passions for sports, sales and IT, the trifecta.

Larry is an explosive, vibrant ball of energy. So as a result, he is a dynamic, motivational speaker, whether he is talking to a group or one person. He is also involved with venture capital and gives back to the community with charitable donations.

During our conversations, Larry talks about

-his story of setbacks and comebacks

-current state of sales and its future

-what makes him unique and effective as a salesman and sales coach

-the best way to network

-moving stories from his career

-advice he gives those who are interested in sales

-advice he gives those who want to improve their sales iq

-vital life lessons

-book recommendations

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with him at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/longjr7/

Jason Wright has an incredible story. He is the Founder and CEO of Intentionally Inspirational. He helps entrepreneurs and small businesses automate their marketing. He helps them design, build and optimize their sales funnels, engage their contacts, build their list, and increase their sales. ClickFunnels, ActiveCampaign, and Zapier are his specific platforms of expertise. Digital marketing is broad and complex, so Jason translates it all into everyday language that business owners can actually understand.

During our discussion, Jason talks about

-how he quit Corporate America twice and became an entrepreneur

-the current state of business and marketing and its future

-what make him different and more effective than the competition

-moving stories from his career

-the best ways to network

-advice he gives to marketers and entrepreneurs

-vital life lessons

-book recommendations

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Connect with him at

intentionallyinspirational.com

Sherri McManus and Lou Everett, husband and wife team who founded The Lou Everett Group, are known for their highly effective 

coaching, teaching, and speaking on the importance of personal growth and how it impacts our Influence as a Leader. With more than 

four decades of combined experience in training, coaching, and leadership, they also have received training and mentoring from well-

known and successful coaches and teachers from the likes of Tony Robbins, Zig Ziglar, Brian Tracy, John Maxwell, Jack Canfield, Paul 

Martinelli, and are Certified Leadership Coaches and Corporate Trainers. 

Their mission is to transform today’s leaders by serving people and businesses through leadership coaching, corporate training, 

empowerment speaking, and personal development. Regardless if you are a solopreneur or at the C-Suite level, Leadership is Influence. 

Their clients have experienced measurable returns, increased productivity, and up to 200% revenue growth.

During our discussion, they talk about

-how they got into coaching 

-the current state of of personal development and its future

-what makes them unique and effective as coaches

-Sherri’s near-death experience

-the best ways to network

-advice they give to those who want to be coaches

-tips in order to hire a coach

-important life lessons

-book recommendations

Put these "Centers of Influence" in your network. Connect with them at

Google Lou Everett Group

LouEverettGroup.com

Kuda Biza is a serial entrepreneur who successfully launched 6 businesses over the course of 10 years and wrote "The S.P.E.A.R. Method," a step-by-step guide that will give you the tools for success and achieving your goals. He has been featured on Entrepreneur, CNBC, Real Leaders and more. He started his first company when he was nine-years old in Zimbabwe. After high school, Kuda moved to the U.S. with only $40 in his pocket to study at Lynn University where he started his second company. With only a $150 in start-up capital, launched a profitable clothing line from a college dorm room, resulting in the education of more than 100 children in Africa. Kuda then spent over a decade in various roles at a Fortune 500 company responsible for launching multi-million-dollar strategic new growth initiatives such as Crock-Pot Cuisine, a meal delivery subscription service that reached over $20M in annual sales in 3 years and also ran a $75M e-commerce division. As a speaker, Kuda has spoken at over 40 events in 4 countries and has given a TEDx talk.

Kuda’s life mission is to build profitable companies to solve the world’s biggest problems: education and hunger. Kuda believes in being a force of good and founded the Amani Hope Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization with a mission to empower underprivileged children. When not giving back to communities or working hard in the business world, Kuda can be found cheering on Chelsea F.C. and spending time with his wife, Ruth.

During our discussion, Kuda talks 

-the current state of business and its future

-moving stories from his career

-the best ways to network

-key advice he gives to entrepreneurs

-vital life lessons

-book recommendations

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Connect with him at

spearmethod.com

Instagram: KudaBiza

Jennifer-Lauren Salapka is a "Curator of IDEAS" who is an expert in personal and professional development, philosophies of success and leadership. She started a scholastic/research/exploratory journey through a seminar in Pennsylvania and then a quest for adventure, knowledge, insight, ideas, and wisdom (including the ancient traditions and treasures within a host of foreign cultures, customs, philosophies) which led her to Asia, Europe, and South America, etc. 35 countries later, she is analyzing and studying the "global market/village/paradigms."

She is skilled at life guidance marketing and strongly believes in the "Pay It Forward" philosophy. As a creative development consultant with Creativity Annex, she empowers artists, designers, inventors, and innovators by taking and supporting their ideas to create beautiful solutions to our world while being practical in her approach.

The both of us engage in a conversation that is enlightening and educational. I consider this episode mandatory listening.

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with her at

Jennifer@lifeguidancemarketing.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/LifeGuidanceAngelsinTraining

http://lifeguidanceboutique.com/

Ash Shukla is the Founder of Financial Chakras. He is a holistic financial business consultant. He specializes in helping holistic, wellness and financial entrepreneurs build energetically aligned, profitable and sustainable businesses using ancient vedic science and the power of chakras from yoga. Ash's motto is "Balance and Alignment are the new path to wealth." His amazing life story is one where he immigrates to the USA from India with only $20 in his pocket and not knowing a word of English.

Since then, he is a Amazon best selling author with his books "Sell Like Crazy" and "Financial Chakras." He has been a financial planner with 26+ years of experience and has managed over $300 million. He served as a keynote speaker for small business development centers, several universities and for many congressmen. He helped over 5,000 business owners. He has taken several business owners to over 7 figures in revenue. He received a congressional honor for serving small business owners.

During our conversation, he talks about

-his amazing story that defies belief

-the current state of business and its future

-what sets him apart from the competition

-the best ways to network and build relationships

-how he overcame racism and discrimination

-key advice he gives to entrepreneurs

-vital life lessons

-book recommendations

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Connect with him at

ashshukla.com

financialchakras.com

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

Purchase Ash's Book at

https://amzn.to/3eX8bKW

John Timmerman is the Founder and CEO of several businesses. He created Good Monster, a creative digital marketing agency that helps growth-focused businesses develop and deploy smart, profitable marketing and advertising strategies. They work with businesses of all sizes in different industries.

John is the Co-Founder of NoBullCon, a virtual business conference with a lineup of national business builders and influencers Gary Vaynerchuk, David Meltzer, Constance Schwartz-Morini, Terrica Lynn Smith and more to deliver advice and inspiration to smash through walls. He also Co-Founded Jaxon Jovie, a firm that makes the absolute best-fitting jeans for the modern athletic woman and man.

John also gives back. He serves on the board of Charity for Children, a "child-centered"​ organization dedicated to providing services for children with disabilities, diseases and disorders in Central New York.

During our conversation, John talks about

-how he got his start in business

-the current state of business/entrepreneurship and its future

-moving stories from his life and career

-the best ways to network

-advice he gives to entrepreneurs

-vital life lessons

-book/guru recommendations

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with John at:

 NoBullCon.com

Instagram: johnnytimbo

Twitter: johnnytimbo

As a New Yorker, Peter Michael has gained a personal familiarity with the varying pace and frequently changing nature of the New York City housing market. He is committed to working hard for all his clients and working around their schedules. He will suit their needs by eliminating possible showings that may not work by listening to their requirements. He knows that New Yorkers dealing with the daily grind and challenges of the city must feel comfortable and content in their homes. We should all feel like a king or queen in our very own castle.

Peter's insanely incredible story is one of passion, hard work and perseverance. You have to hear it from Peter to truly believe it. This interview is mandatory listening if one wants to be inspired, motivated and energized.

During our conversation, Peter talks about

-current state of the New York City housing market and its future

-why real estate agents/brokers should be considered "essential" business

-what make him unique and more effective as a real estate broker than the competition

-moving and entertaining stories from his life and career

-the best ways to network and get referrals

-advice he gives to those who want to be real estate agents (the answer will surprise you)

-important life lessons

-book recommendations

Please put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Connect with Peter at

pieremichel.com

pm@pieremichel.com

Instagram: piere.michel

Will Fang is at the intersection of technology and sales for a decade, covering financial services for digital transformation and digital workplace. He has six years of admission prep coaching experience in competitive college admissions. Will is deeply passionate about the education of our young people. He finds it rewarding and fulfilling to help high school students get accepted to top level universities through his firm, Edge Prep. Will's educational background himself, includes Yale, Cornell and Columbia Business School.

During our conversation, Will talks about

-why he got into education

-how the pandemic has affected schooling and education

-where he things going in the future

-how every child has a certain potential or aptitude

-his 3 step "proven method" for educating high school students

-moving stories of how he has helped others

-the best methods for networking effectively

-advice he gives to those who want to be 

 or are looking for an educator

-important life lessons

-book recommendations

Put Will in your network. Connect with Will at

Will@edgeprep.com

http://edgeprep.com/

Lane Kawaoka's story starts off as a civil engineer who was building a side gig of investing in a real estate rental portfolio. All of sudden, he was able to quit his job 3 years ago and never look back. He now teaches highly paid professionals to do the same. In a world of fake gurus, people know him as the Real Estate Anti-Guru of adding tremendous give away the farm value! This is personal for Lane, because he saw how his parents got screwed with their 401K and it's his mission to get everyone out the corrupt Wall Street roller coaster and into Main Street investments with safer, higher returns that benefit the middle class of America.

Lane owns 4,200+ rental units and the is leader of “Hui Deal Pipeline Club” which has acquired over $350 Million dollars of real estate by syndicating over $40 Million Dollars of private equity since 2016. He writes for Forbes Magazine, has a top-50 investing podcast, and  is a Amazon best-seller. Lane uses his Engineering degree to reverse engineer the wealth building strategies that the rich use.

During our conversation, Lane talks about

-how the most people follow "bad financial advice"

-why he believes real estate the best route to financial independence

-the best methods for investing in real estate

-tips he gives to people looking for a mentor

-the best ways to network

-important life lessons

-talks about the harm of "shelf-help"

Put Lane in your network. Connect with him at

lane@simplepassivecashflow.com

simplepassivecashflow.com

Krutarth Trivedi is an IT consultant with a bachelor's in computer science and a masters in information systems. He has excellent technical and business skills. In his career, Krutarth has proved his mettle by working in different industrial sectors like advertising, consulting, IT, fashion retail, and finance. Krutarth believes in avid learning, harmonious teamwork, and devising novel approaches to solving problems. He gives back by volunteering at Sustainability Jersey City, a nonprofit focused on the environmental issues like climate change. He has a First Degree Black Belt in Shitoriyu Karate and he plays the tabla, an Indian percussion instrument.

During our conversation, he talks about

-how he fell in love with tech from an early age

-who he is mos thankful to during the pandemic

-where he sees IT going in the future

-what makes him unique and effective as an IT consultant

-great stories from his life and career

-the best way to network and build relationships

-advice he gives to those who want to start an IT career

-important life lessons

-book recommendations

Put Krutarth in your network. Connect with him at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/krutarth-trivedi-614644128/

krutartht@gmail.com

Suman Ramakrishnan is founder & CEO of Furious Fox, a technology and design studio based in London. At his firm, a team of engineers, data scientists, developers and designers have a single vision: solving problems, social and business problems. Furious Fox is where innovation, design and technology collaborate to create extraordinary products and solutions. To them, no project is too small or too big, but every project is a challenge they relish. They combine traditional approaches and new-age strategies to give clients a future proof solution.

From an early age, growing up in India, Suman has always been fascinated with technology and how it affects the world. That is why he got a degree in computer science and engineering and MBA in international business. He believes technology can shape a better future for our planet. It can bring sustainability and harmony, that our minds as of today find hard to grasp. He calls himself a futurist.

During our conversation, he talks about

-his precociousness as a child with toys

-the gift his father gave him that affected his future

-why he moved to London to study

-the current state of IT and where he sees things in the future

-entertaining stories from his career

-the best ways to network and get referrals

-advice he gives to those curious about the IT world

-important life lessons

book recommendations

Put Suman in your network. Please connect with him at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/suman-ramakrishnan/

suman@furiousfox.co.uk

Vidal Espinosa, also known as the “Shark CFO”, is the Founder and Principal Partner at Invictus Advisors. With over 20 years of accounting and taxation experience, Vidal and his firm know how diagnose cash flow issues and cure them. As result of working with him, Vidal’s 7-figure clients break their income ceiling, keep more profits, find free time, and create a better financial strategy for their next business iteration. He helps business owners have a clear profit plan and aligns their personal and business financials for maximum benefit in the future.

Vidal has two best selling books such as “HELP! The IRS is after me. What do I do?” and “Help! I want to be a real estate investor. What do I do?”. With an MBA and experience working for large companies like KPMG and Deloitte, Vidal has advised companies like Sushi ITTO and Sanyo. He was also a former professor at Loyola University. Vidal regularly manages a portfolio of over 100 clients with total assets of over $10 million and has helped increase an annual budget from $25,000 to 7-figures in just three years.

During our conversation, Vidal talks about

-why he began a career in accounting (the reason was surprising)

-the current state of businesses he manages (the answer will surprise you)

-where he sees the restaurant industry going in the future

-what makes him unique and effective as a coach

-entertaining stories from his life and career

-the best ways to network and get referrals

-advice he gives to people of color to succeed in society

-advice he gives to entrepreneurs and those seeking a business coach

-book recommendations you don't want to miss

-critical life lessons and success principles

Connect with Vidal at:

https://invictus-advisors.com/shark

For 3 decades, Craig DiVizzio has worked as a trainer and coach. He teaches folks skills in the areas of job interviewing, career development, assertiveness, work performance feedback, leadership and team building. Having conducted countless interviews and being interviewed himself, Craig shares his experience in his first, recently released book, "I Got the Job," where he explains how to best prepare and perform for a job interview. He covers the essential keys necessary to compete and win the job, preparing readers to step into the interview confidently and deliver great answers to the tough questions that set them apart from their competition. His goal during the pandemic is to help as many people as he can get back to work! Craig earned degrees in counseling and psychology and has consistently applied his knowledge and experiences to motivate other professionals to their highest level of potential. He also offers an online course with the same title and material as the book. 

During our conversation, Craig talks about 

-how he first gravitated towards teaching 

-how the pandemic has affected the current business and job market 

-where he sees things in the future (the new normal) 

-what his competitive advantage is as a coach 

-entertaining stories from his life and career 

-advice he gives to those who want to be or are looking for a coach 

-important life lessons and success principles 

-book recommendations you don't want to miss 

Put Craig in your network by connecting at: 

Perspectives.CraigDiVizzio.com

Jennifer Logan is a brand developer and an  innovation specialist with over 14 years in the consumer packaged goods industry where she builds performance brands from their incubation through launch stage. She builds these brands through analytics, consumer need insights, strategic planning, cross-functional collaborations, and dedication to commercial viability. She has proven track record of leading projects through ambiguity, stewarding them through ideation and stage gate mobilization, and turning uncertainty into sales growth and measured ROI. In other words she is a branding expert. She has worked with firms like Absolut and is currently an independent consultant with Campbell St Productions. She has a BA from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Case Western Reserve University. 

During our conversation, Jennifer talks about 

-how she first gravitated towards the innovation space 

-what is branding exactly and why it is so important 

-the 3 most important things that startups need to consider 

-advice she would give those who are looking to create a product or service 

-the best ways for entrepreneurs and founders to network 

-book recommendations you don't want to miss 

Check out Jennifer's book recommendation:

https://amzn.to/3lNd5OD

Please put "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with her at 

jlogan@campbellstproductions.com 

https://lunchclub.com/search?query=jennifer%20logan

Angel Ribo is an influencer, LinkedIn strategist, international television host, public speaker, CEO consultant, board member and philanthropist. Established entrepreneurs and corporate CEOs hire Angel to bridge the gap globally for expansion and exposure. In the last 21 years, Angel has helped more than 1,500 CEOs in 33 different countries. In early 2017, he launched his International Foundation, Wisdom for Kids, and he has helped more than 1000 Underprivileged Kids in Latin America become Entrepreneurs using their Local Resources. He was born near Barcelona, and he has lived in 8 countries and speaks 5 languages. 

During our conversation, Angel talks about, 

-his passion for helping others, his fearlessness and being a people person 

-how he got his start in the sales world 

-how he sees the business world now and in the future 

-what makes him different and effective as a coach 

-how he got his start as an interviewer and host 

-story about a celebrity interview you don't want to miss 

-the importance of relationships and how to network and get referrals 

-why everyone should use social media 

-key success attributes and habits one must have and do 

-his one, key book recommendation that everyone should read 

Please put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Angel at: 

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

TheCEOConfidant.com 

angel@angelribo.com

Purdeep Sangha is the internationally acclaimed founder of the world's most powerful business and personal coaching for family-oriented businessmen. He is an award-winning author of "The Complete Man" which has obtained many 5-star reviews on Amazon. He teaches men how to be the Complete Man and experience complete victory which is having it all in life. He uses proven methods from neuroscience, performance psychology, and ancient spiritual teachings to help men become alpha males who succeed in life.

Purdeep's story is truly incredible. I could go on and on about the obstacles he overcame and his achievements but I want to let Purdeep tell his story  and for you to hear it. For men (and women), I consider this episode mandatory listening.

During our conversation, Purdeep talks about

-how he got into coaching (the story is inspiring)

-the current state of business and masculinity

-where he sees things going in the future

-how men can improve their lives

-what makes him different and effective as a coach

-the best ways to network and get referrals

-how he dealt with racism and naysayers

-advice he gives to people who want to be or who are looking for a coach

-important life lessons and success principles

-book recommendations you don't want to miss

Put Purdeep in your network. Connect with him at

https://purdeepsangha.com/

https://www.instagram.com/purdeepsangha/

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

For Purdeep's audiobook:

completemanaudio.com

promo code: "victory75"

Jane M Powers is an award winning, international speaker, sales trainer, and best-selling author. She has guided thousands of people, including entrepreneurs, sales professionals and corporations into selling more through better communication. She teaches people to speak with confidence and sell with authority. As a speaker, she has been described as a world class dynamo who mesmerizes, excites and inspires. As a sales trainer, she has mastered the art and science of speaking to sell and selling to serve. She has designed simple systems to help people grow their businesses by articulating what they do with clarity and results. 

Jane has real-life experience founding and running multi-million dollar businesses. She is the founder of "Let's Talk Impact" and "Core Communication." As an author, her book "Speak With Confidence Sell With Authority" has several 5 star reviews on Amazon. Jane's life is the pure embodiment of grit, determination, and hard work. She mentors children and folks in prisons. She also counsels people in drug and alcohol rehab and sexual abuse survivors.

During our conversation, Jane talks about

-important life lessons and success principles

-the current state of the business world

-where she sees things in the future

-what her competitive advantage is as a trainer

-the incredible story of her client "Heidi"

-the best ways to network and get referrals

-book recommendations you don's want to miss

-advice she gives to those who want to be or are looking for a coach

-the importance of having your own INTROmercial

Please connect with Jane and put her in your network:

jane@janempowers.com

janempowers.com

Obtain your very own INTROmercial:

yourspeakersuccesskit.com

Check out Jane’s books:

https://amzn.to/3lAhbd6

https://amzn.to/3Cu2XjY

Acute Inflections is made up of Elasea Douglas (vocals) and Sadiki Pierre (bass). Elasea  is a dancer and was a broadway singer as well. They have been described as “A velvety mix of Erykah Badu & Billie Holiday paired with the cool grooves of her 007 on bass.” They can often be found entertaining their clients  like the United Nations, Mercedes-Benz, Saks Fifth Ave, ESPN, Nasdaq, etc.) at high-end events across the country. In addition to corporate events, they also perform at weddings and exclusive soirées. They have shared the stage with Jennifer Hudson, Keith Urban, Sting and other notable artists. Their albums are always favorites on the jazz charts, and their shows are both fun and enchanting.

This episode also features Acute Inflections performing their song, Electric psychology.

During our conversation, they talk about

-the current state of music and the issues created by the pandemic

-where they see things going in the future

-what makes them unique as artists

-moving and entertaining stories from their career

-the best ways to network and get referrals

-racism they have seen or experienced

-advice they would give to aspiring artists

-important life lessons everyone should know

-book recommendations you don't want to miss

Put them in your network by connecting at

acuteinflections.com

info@acuteinflections.com

Marshall Adler is the closest thing to a human being with the "Midas Touch" I have ever seen in my life. He is called "The Google Guy" because he makes miracles happen for businesses when it comes to making them money. I call him the "Real Deal" of the local SEO world and you will too when you learn about this guy. He is the only entrepreneur I have ever met who 100% guarantees his results in writing. What are these results? Ensuring businesses appear on Page 1 in Google search results in 90 days or less. Not only does he put you one Page 1 but he keeps you there as well. He handles all the work, so folks don't have to waste time and money with blogging, posting on social media, paying for PPC, etc.  

What he does for firms is nothing short of phenomenal. The results he obtains for companies even blows him away. He is so confident in what he does that he gives people the option of not paying him unless he does what he promises. He knows many folks have been burned by the empty promises and false hype of those in the marketing world. He is simply without peer in the SEO world and has legions of fans on LinkedIn who can attest to his wizardry. He is considered the #1 most viewed SEO expert on LinkedIn with over 70 published articles on LinkedIn Pulse, over 16,000 C-level connections and 17,000 C-level followers. Despite the pandemic (or because of it) he still has been able to thrive. He is a "Center of Influence" with a deep and wide network. You want him in your network. 

During our educational and entertaining conversation, Marshall talks about 

-how he completely dominates his industry (it's insane) 

-incredible stories of helping clients and how they paid him back handsomely

-how he overcame the pandemic's fallout and is now thriving 

-where he sees things going in the future 

-why you need to know who your ideal client is 

-the importance of networking and how to get referrals 

-life lessons and success principles you should know 

-book and guru recommendations you don't want to miss 

Please connect with Marshall at 

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

iRankFast.com

Calvin Silva knows how turn lemon into lemonade. Calvin moved from New Mexico to New York, the capital of the world, in order to attain the American Dream. He was a successful stock broker on Wall Street who was forced to transition after the Financial Crisis. He found himself in a corporate role with Thomson Reuters. However, he longed for the freedom and flexibility that business owners like his father had.

So he set off to be a financial advisor combining his passions of helping/educating others and all things finance. During the interview, you could hear the passion in Calvin's voice when it comes to these two topics. Calvin is an awesome storyteller as well. He currently works with TrueNorth Financial Solutions. He provides services to help with retirement planning, long-term savings goals, investments and risk management for individuals, business owners and their employees. He has also worked with AXA Advisors and Nasdaq. He has even been interviewed on Bloomberg TV by Trish Regan.

In this conversation, Calvin talks about

-the current financial landscape and the effects of the pandemic

-where he sees things going in the future, the "new normal"

-why everyone needs the services of a financial advisor (this is personal for him)

-how the find the best advisor for your specific needs

-moving and funny stories from his life and career

-key advice he gives to professionals, particularly minorities

-the best ways to network and obtain referrals (most aren't doing this)

-the most effective way to sell anything (you don't want to  miss this)

-the important lessons and success principles he adheres to

-book recommendations you don't want to miss

Please connect with Calvin and put this "Center of Influence" in your network:

505-400-9096 (Mobile)

csilva@tnorthfinancial.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/calvin-silva/

Kristy Peankurdsuk is an amazing financial advisor who works with New York Life. She helps folks meet a number of insurance and financial needs like college funding, retirement and more. Prior to that she was a day trader for several years. She has a special place in my heart because she is a fellow Baruch College alum. We met at a networking event and continued to stay in touch. We are so blessed she decided to carve out some time in her packed schedule to sit down and have a chat with us.

During our conversations, Kristy talks about

-the current state of the financial landscape and its future

-why everyone needs a financial advisor

-how to find the right advisor for you

-why folks neglect purchasing vital insurance, saving for retirement and setting up a will

-what it takes to succeed as financial advisor (the answer is really simple)

-the best ways to network and get referrals

-important life lessons and keys to success that everyone should know

Please connect with Kristy and put this "Center of Influence" in your network

646-598-9228 (Mobile)

kpeankurdsuk@ft.newyorklife.com

By the age of 42, Cpt. Travis Rosbach has experienced more out of his life than most people twice his age. He has rubbed elbows with folks like Oprah Winfrey, Riddick Bowe, The Queen of England, Alan Jackson, and several billionaires. His story begins as a kid raised by a single parent "eating government cheese" who was thought by many that he wouldn't amount to much in life. From relying on public assistance growing up to being a yoga instructor, commercial airline pilot, scuba divemaster/instructor, US merchant marine boat captain, public speaker, world explorer, and founder of the Billion-dollar Hydro Flask.

He is a world explorer and entrepreneur by nature. His journey includes destinations like the Virgin Islands, Hawaii, China, Florida, Oregon, and many more. Cpt. Rosbach is also a consultant with The Tumalo Group, with heads of industry, startups, celebrities, and even countries as his clients. He not only shares his wisdom but practices it himself in the many startups in which he is currently involved.

This interview takes you inside the unique, innovative, and highly creative mind of a Master Entrepreneur.

During our conversation, Travis talks about

-where the business world is now and where it will go in the future

-the best way to network and obtain referrals

-key advice he would give to entrepreneurs

-book recommendations that you don't want to miss

-important life lessons that everyone should learn

You definitely want the Captain in your network, please connect with him at

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

http://www.travisrosbach.com/

travis@tumalogroup.com

tumalogroup.com

(361) 287-2847

Tony Mizell takes struggling non-video speakers & presenters and transforms them into confident and effective communicators in their area of expertise. He is a consultant who specializes in social media management, brand strategies, video and Content Creation & Business Development.

He is the CEO/Founder of Mark Your Trade. He is a sole proprietor who who is transitioning his firm to an agency. He is a major "Center of Influence" that you want to connect with and have in your network.

During our conversation, Tony mentions

-how the pandemic has affected the his business and other entrepreneurs, (the answer will surprise you)

-where he sees going in the future, (a completely, new normal)

-strategies for networking and referrals

-advice he would give to someone who wants to be or hire a consultant

-the importance of time management, intuitions and his other success secrets

-book recommendations you don't want to miss

Please connect with Tony at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tm-markyourtrade/

https://www.facebook.com/TonyMIzellTM/

Boruch DuBrow is on a mission to help people live exceptional lives by becoming exceptional people through his firm BSD coaching and communication. He not only assists folks professionally but spiritually as well. In addition to being an ordained Rabbi, he is also a performance coach for organizations and individuals. Boruch learned early on in his life, that helping others was the reason why he was put on this earth. He is one of the few people I know who lists his phone number in his LinkedIn profile just so people can call if they want to chat (without any hard selling from him). He is the epitome of dedication, generosity and benevolence. He understands that giving and providing massive value to others is how one succeeds in life. As a result, he shares an incredible amount of wisdom in this interview, that you will learn a great deal. 

During our enlightening conversation Boruch talks about, 

-why schools do a disservice to students by not teaching certain, critical skills 

-explains the difference between a therapist, a counselor and a coach 

-how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the coaching industry 

-where he sees the industry going in the future after the pandemic subsides 

-why everyone needs a coach, particularly in the two areas of life most people struggle with 

-moving stories of how he has helped others throughout his career 

-the best type of people to surround yourself with and learn from 

-why he loves networking and the best ways to do it and the worse ways to do it 

-how to find the ideal coach for you 

-advice he gives to those who wish to be a coach 

-Indispensable life lessons that everyone must know, including how he defines success 

-book recommendations that you don't want to miss 

Put this "center of influence" in your network. Please reach him at 

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

coachingbsd@gmail.com 

https://www.facebook.com/BSDCoaching/ 

instagram.com: Rabbi_Boruch 

https://bsdcoaching.com/

Ian Watchorn is another inspiring, immigrant story from Ireland. Following his father's advice, he parlayed his talent for art into a successful career in architecture. He left Ireland for New York, the capital of the world to make it big in the land of opportunity. However, he decided after years of working for others, he would work for himself. A transition that many are fearful to make. Being an entrepreneur, allows Ian to have the freedom an employee cannot enjoy. Despite starting a business in the midst of a pandemic, Ian's nimble firm was able to thrive and expand. He is someone you want to learn from and have in your network.

During our conversation, Ian talks about

-the current state of the architecture industry and where he sees its future

-why New York is a key place to make your dreams come true

-how network effectively and obtain referrals

-how one can live a successful life with "no regrets"

-vital advice he would give to all who want start their own business

-why every entrepreneur needs to read "E-Myth" by Michael E. Gerber

-other book recommendations you don't want to miss

Put this "Center of Influence" in your network. Please connect with Ian at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-watchorn-a2861330/

Iwatchorn@wauoffice.com

https://www.wauoffice.com/

Itzy Holczler is a, positive, energetic, smiling, larger than life force of nature. He's "The Purple Guy" and a perfect example of turning crisis into opportunity. With his firm, Purple Exhibits, he worked as a Trade Show Booth expert, helping firms create great displays for conferences, but than COVID-19 reared its ugly head. So he transitioned to helping firms plan, market, and host virtual events that practically mimic the real thing with his new firm, Purple Virtual. You have to see it to believe it. It's incredible. It will blow your mind.

In our conversation, Itzy talks about

-what made him gravitate towards the event industry

-the harmful impact of the pandemic and how he had to adapt

-where he sees the future of networking and trade shows

-the competitive advantage that his firm possesses, that others don't

-why entrepreneurs should focus on the "long game" when it comes to networking

-the key advice he gives to people who want to enter event marketing industry

-how to deal with the inevitable naysayers and haters

Definitely put the "The Purple Guy" in your network. He is a key, "Center of Influence." Please connect with him at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/itzy-holczler-purple/

https://www.purplevirtual.live/#contact

https://purpleexhibits.com/contactus

Elena Smirnova of TripleMint is one of the most successful people I know. She is a great example of a successful, immigrant story, coming from Russia. As an agent, she has overseen some of Manhattan’s largest real estate transactions in a nationally-ranked, top-producing team. She has completed well over $150 million in transactions over the past 8 years and she has also served as Director of Residential Sales & Leasing of GAIA Real Estate, the CEO of GAIA Property Management, and the CEO of Park River Properties in NYC. She is extremely well-versed in sales, leasing, contract review, execution, negotiation, planning, forecasting, and budgeting. She also has an immense passion for music and loves combining that with her passion for real estate.

Some of Elena's achievements include:

-top sales agent awards, including an award for the Biggest Deal at her previous brokerage 

-lifetime achievement award from the Million Dollar Club

-featured on Bravo TV’s hit series Million Dollar Listing New York

-interviewed for The Real Deal Magazine after closing a $17 Million deal 

-invited to join the Forbes Real Estate Council, an exclusive membership for senior-level real estate executives in North America

-First Prize in an international piano competition where she performed at Carnegie Hall

-Founder/Chairman of Little Chopins, an in-house music lessons company based in NY that launched in 2012

During our conversation, Elena talks about:

-the current state of the market/industry in NY and where she sees things in the future

-why everyone needs a competent, reliable, honest real estate agent

-the key concept one must understand when it comes to networking and obtaining referrals

-the best ways for women to overcome sexism and discrimination from macho types

-her advice on how to find a great real estate agent

-important life lessons she wants all to know

-her book recommendations that you don't want to miss

You definitely need Elena in your network. She is a key "Center of Influence." Please connect with her at

•https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesrealestatecouncil/people/elenasmirnova/?sh=626c4a951492

•https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-smirnova-32a53670/

•https://www.facebook.com/ElenaASmirnova/

•Elena.Smirnova@TripleMint.com

•Supernovanewyork.com

•Instagram: Supernova_NY

•LittleChopins.com

Imagine you have a secure, well-paying job and then leaving it for a role that is 100% commission. Would you be able to make that "leap?" Most people wouldn't, but Dale K. Matthew isn't most people. Most people who start this role quit, but Dale K. Matthew isn't most people. He left the world of accounting with it's steady paycheck to enter the world of financial advising where it's sell or go home. He succeeded in making that transition as he worked with firms like NY Life and Northwestern Mutual. He currently works with Empire Wealth Strategies. Making it as a financial advisor is not easy, as there are so many advisors out there that sell the same or similar products/services. Dale knows how to stand out and differentiate himself from the competition. In this interview, Dale shares his thoughts and most importantly, secrets to success.

In the interview, Dale talks about

1. The one "silver bullet" that separates those who make it in the industry and those that don't.

2. Why people neglect to purchase vital financial products like life insurance,  a will, etc.

3. How the pandemic has affected the Financial world and where he sees it going in future.

4. Why everyone needs a financial advisor and why it's hard for one to do it all on their own.

5. How to go about networking effectively and getting referrals.

6. The advice he would give to one searching for a reputable, ethical financial advisor.

7. His one key book recommendation that you don't want to miss.

It's essential to have Dale in your network. Please reach Dale at

https://www.facebook.com/Dale-K-Matthew-102813774761824/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dale-k-matthew-325a45114/

https://www.instagram.com/dalkermatt/?hl=en

How does one go from being a prospective speechwriter to a world champion horse trainer to an award winning chocolatier? We ask "Mr. Chocolate" himself, Robert Bowden, the founder of Viveré Chocolates. This is a story of growing up gay and black in the Deep South on a farm to ending up being a consummate, knowledgeable entrepreneur who is considered a "Modern Man of Distinction" by Black Enterprise. Quite a life.

Robert reminds me of the motto, that "life is 10%-what happens to you and 90%-how do you respond?" Robert drops a ton of vital wisdom in this lengthy and valuable interview. Fortunately for us, Robert loves to share his secrets to personal and professional success. He volunteers educating the youth about business and success. People pay for this sort of advice and have paid Robert for it. It's clear after listening to this interview, why Robert is a sought after strategist and speaker on the issue of business and entrepreneurialism.

Some of the things Robert shares, much of it new to me:

1. The errors entrepreneurs make which often leads to the high failure rate of businesses. 

2. He goes into detail about the harsh reality of the restaurant industry, even before the pandemic.

3. The effects the pandemic are having on the food industry and where he sees things going in the future.

4. The importance of adapting, changing course and being flexible.

5. The best way to overcome adversity and setbacks.

6. The right ways and the wrong ways to network in order to build your business and obtain referrals.

7. The advice he gives to minority and/or LGBT professionals when it comes to reaching goals while facing discrimination.

8. His book recommendation is one you don't want to miss.

9. And so much more....

You definitely want Robert in your network. He is a key "center of influence." Please connect with Robert at

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

https://www.instagram.com/finechocolateman/?hl=en

https://cocoavivere.com/

https://cocoavivere.com/pages/contact-us

info@cocoavivere.com

After being a New York Times photographer for 7 years, he left it all to be a life coach. People thought he was crazy but I feel he's actually brave (and sane) for following his true calling. Danny brings a great deal of intelligence, honesty, and research to the coaching industry. His approach to coaching is different from that other coaches. Danny feels coaching provides accountability  for clients in ways that a book, blog or article cannot. As a NYU student, he coached a colleague into immediately living his life on his terms and not others. That experience spurred him on in his journey as he saw the positive, powerful impact coaching can have on one's life.

He deftly describes how broad, effective and fast growing the industry is. However, he warns that due to limited regulation and low barriers to entry, the industry attracts a great deal of charlatans and hacks who know how to market and charge high prices. Danny offers great advice on how to find the right coach and avoid being scammed. Critical advice for anyone who is interested in seeking a coach. Danny also also expresses some criticism for the "self-help" book/guru industry.

You will find Danny's views on competition, courage, locus of control, happiness, etc. to be enlightening. Danny's book/author recommendations should not be missed as well. I learned a ton of new information from Danny in this interview. You will to.

Please reach Danny at

fullframecoaching.com

(Just google Full Frame Coaching)

As a financial advisor, Gene is the real deal with 25 years of experience. He works with high net worth individuals, corporations and CEOs. He has even took part in ringing the Nasdaq bell. He has seen and done it all. Only a few advisors ever attain even a fraction of his success. He is one of the smartest and inspiring people I know. He knows multiple languages. I am honored that a busy man like himself carved out some time in his busy schedule to be a guest on my show.

How does an immigrant come to this country with nothing and knowing no one accomplish so much? It's because Gene understands the secrets of success and simply applied them. While in Communist Ukraine, he was inspired after reading classics written by Napoleon Hill, Dale Carnegie and others. He is shocked that most Americans don't know of this material and fully realize their potential. He believes folks need to drop their excuses in order to achieve their dreams. Gene loves this country because he understands that the free market capitalist system that operates here makes the USA the best country in the world. Gene's advice on networking and obtaining referrals is something that no professional should miss. Gene is a major "Center of Influence" and you definitely want him in your network.

His life is filled with so many fascinating stories, that he could write a best-selling book if he wished. He talks about meeting Robert J. O'Neill, the navy seal who took part in eliminating Osama Bin Laden. He talks about his wife, a medical professional who serves on the front line fighting the invisible enemy of COVID-19.  You will be moved and tremendously inspired by his incredible, life story. The life lessons he imparts are critical for every human on Earth. For many, this episode is mandatory listening. 

If you wish to network with Gene and/or utilize services, 

please reach Gene at: 

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

gpanasenko@moseco.com

(929) 2674877

You owe it to yourself to check out Gene's podcast/show on Spotify, Youtube, SoundCloud, Google, and Apple:

STRAIGHT & UNFILTERED with Gene Panasenko

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9RJn-y8iYxMxLmhbtsebpA/videos

What would you call someone who leaves a secure, comfortable, promising, well paying career at  one of the 4 major accounting firms to set out on his own to be a spiritual and professional coach? Some would call him crazy, but I would say he is brave (and sane) for following his heart and mind. He did what many are too fearful to do. Since the time he took a sociology class as a student in Penn State, Jonathan has been studying personal growth, conscious creation, and art. He has even written a book, "What is the meaning of life?" Jonathan has been on an incredible journey that started by joining Bob Proctor & company and has taken him from Japan to Mexico. You will be immensely inspired by his life story. 

Jonathan and I engage in a conversation that is deep and profound. He drops a great deal of knowledge when it comes to the areas of networking, self-discovery, listening, trusting yourself, thinking positively, balance, etc. As a coach, he sees himself as a "mirror" for his clients. He beautifully defends his industry from critics who may not fully understand the value that coaching provides, which he sees as an art as well as a profession. He goes over the process of how one should properly find a coach and how to be one if you wish. Jonathan knows the importance of maintaining key habits like meditation, visualization and affirmations. These habits have helped him in his own life tremendously. The books he recommends every human read is something you can't miss. There is a lot to learn and digest in this episode.

You can reach Jonathan at

https://www.jonathanmercado.com/

https://www.jonathanmercado.com/contact

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mercado1/

https://www.instagram.com/thejonmercado/

Lacey is on a mission to improve the financial livelihoods of her fellow citizens. She's been at it for over 10 years and she has certainly seen and experienced a lot. The advice and knowledge she drops in this episode is beyond vital but surprisingly new as well. Everyone can benefit from listening to her. She skillfully explains the importance of insurance, saving for your retirement, writing out a will, having health insurance, saving money, etc. and why people don't get around to doing this indispensable activity. You can feel the passion in Lacey's voice, particularly when she is talking about her firm Empire Wealth Strategies. She knows finance and loves talking about it. As a result, this episode is the longest of the bunch so far. Great record to have. 

As a woman, she knows how to succeed in an industry that is dominated by men. She brings a softer, ethical approach to the world of financial services. She is looking to transform the image and reputation of the industry which is often perceived as high testosterone, aggressive,  criminal and dishonest. (Think "Wolf of Wall Street.") The stories she describes are moving, gut-wrenching, entertaining, and educational.

Lacey knows the importance of networking and referrals as well. She goes into detail about the best strategies for building a rock solid network and arriving at a point where one relies mostly if not solely on referrals. The information provided by her is truly eye opening for anyone who sells anything, which is all of us.

It's so important to have Lacey in your network. She is a key "center of influence" and hell of a financial advisor.

Definitely reach out to Lacey (even just to ask a simple question) at

(646) 432-7858

lconfer@ewsnyc.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacey-confer/

What can I say about Garrett Halsell? When it comes to business/marketing, he is one of the smartest, creative people I know. I learn more in one minute listening to him than most other people. He is someone who is on the cutting edge of what businesses need to stay in business. He knows more about business than business school professors because he is in the "trenches" everyday listening to business owners and helping to diagnose their problems. He works with businesses in all industries. If you own or know someone who owns a small business, he is the man to meet. He is one of the founding members of Vox Direct. I consider Garrett a "master networker" as well. He explains how most people's networking skills are subpar and how they can improve them. 

Garrett's story starts when he leaves Texas to come to New York where he knew no one but he hit the ground running. He considers himself "selfishly selfless" and that is what drives him. Listening to his insights is quite a treat. You are in for an entertaining, as well as educational interview. I consider him a major "center of influence." You definitely want him in your network. 

You can reach Garrett at

Text garrett  at (844) 267 6492

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

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC1meIXTgiEuxDTHM6D4-2w

How does a single mom of 3 kids maintain her laser focus while helping people in the realms of health/wellness, hair, make-up, skin care, weight lifting, etc. through her "solutions-based business"? We interview Za Gagliardi in order to find out. Her story is as inspiring as she is bold. It starts off as a tale of a young girl not knowing what she wants to do blossoming into a strong, independent woman who knows how to take control of her life so she can fully obtain what she wants. Za knows many of the secrets of success and she is gracious enough to share it with us. We are blessed.

Za goes into detail about how she started her incredible journey. As a young child, she loved beautifying her friends by being their barber. So she decided to parlay her talents into a career in the beauty industry. However, she wanted more, she wanted to be her own boss, as she explains, being a salon employee is tough. She loves the time freedom that owning your own business provides. Get inspired by her ability to overcome adversity like a divorce, pandemic, and sexism. Za goes in to detail about the sexism and harassment  she faces as a female entrepreneur from chauvinists who waste her time. She found a simple "solution" to that issue.

We were lucky that she decided to regale us with some of the funniest and most moving stories from her career.  One story in particular leaves us both laughing hard. She educates us about the untapped, recession-proof gold mine that is the make up industry and health and wellness. Her most important lessons are what it takes to succeed. You have to listen to find out. 

Za can be reached me at 

za.za.927@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/za.Gagliardi

https://www.makeitglitter.net

My name is Luke. I was born and raised in New York. People have always told me that my voice is deep, rich and amazing. People would tell me on the phone and in person that it was pleasant to listen to me. They told me I needed to find a way to parlay my voice into a lucrative career. Folks suggested I seek a career on radio, do voice-overs, get into broadcasting, etc. I never followed through with that until I started hosting my very own radio show (my podcast of course). This is only just the beginning. I am finally sharing my gift with the world by putting my voice to good use. I also love helping and educating people in any way that I can. So I decided to do this show to help guests promote themselves and for listeners to educate themselves as well. I know you will find the show to be entertaining as well. If you wish to be a guest on the show, please reach out to me. Thank you for listening!