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Nick Sonnenberg is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for creating companies that disrupt the way people live. Nick is the co-founder of Leverage and the former CEO of CalvinApp. Before making the jump to the startup technology space, Nick spent more than eight years on Wall Street as a high frequency algorithmic trader. His personal mission is to help busy entrepreneurs and executives optimize their lives in a meaningful way and help them go from idea to execution in as few steps as possible. What you’ll learn about in this episode Nick’s background The importance of identifying your strengths Why you need to be able to delegate more Why you need to give people the feeling that you’re adding value Why you shouldn’t discount your services Automating your systems Why you need to build something scalable Why you need to clear the “crap” out of the way Utilizing tools to help you be more productive How best to connect with Nick: Website: getleverage.com Blog: blog.getleverage.com Book: “Idea to Execution” P

Marissa Levin has been an entrepreneur, speaker, & globally recognized growth strategist for over 20-years. Her lifetime legacy mission is to educate, equip, & empower 100 million entrepreneurs & leaders with the skillsets and mindsets they need to reach their greatest potential. As CEO of Successful Culture, Marissa helps other CEOs master the 3 most critical aspects of business growth: leadership development, strategy formulation & execution, and organizational culture assessment & improvement. She also helps CEOs select and implement highly effective advisory boards using her patented SCALE Model, which is an essential strategy for any business looking to grow exponentially. What you'll learn about in this episode Marissa’s background Why you should not limit yourself Why Marissa believes in the ‘oxygen mask’ analogy Why you should face conflict head-on Why you should be intentional with your time Why you need to be true to your personal brand Mastering your mindset Why you need to def

Amy Anderson is the creator of Transformative Writing for Non-Writers, founder of Anderson Content Consulting LLC, and former senior editor of SUCCESS magazine. She's an Emmy Award-winning writer, writing coach, and speaker who has worked with clients like John Addison, Todd Duncan, John Assaraf, and Darren Hardy, as well as companies like Advisors Excel and Dell. Today, Amy has turned her years of experience toward helping experts, coaches, and consultants discover their authentic voice and write with confidence so they can build connection, inspire action, and change lives. What you'll learn about in this episode Amy’s personal story Why you need to deal with your deeper wounds Why freedom is the definition of success for Amy Why you need to look at suffering as something you can build upon The importance of freeing yourself from toxic relationships Why, when you have that moment of clarity, you need to do something right away Why you need to figure out what you are so afraid of Why you need to be authenti

Sheryl O’Loughlin is a serial entrepreneur and author of KILLING IT! An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Keeping Your Head Without Losing Your Heart (Harper Collins, December 2016). She has served as the CEO of Clif Bar, where she led the concept development and introduction of Luna bars. She then went on to co-found and serve as CEO of Plum Organics. She was the Executive Director of the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies at the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University. Sheryl is currently CEO of REBBL, a fast-growing maker of plant-based drinks. What you’ll learn about in this episode Sheryl’s background Why there is a light side & a dark side to entrepreneurship Why entrepreneurs all need to understand & support each other Protecting your self worth Putting passion & grit into everything you do Finding people who care deeply about your purpose Why you need to go on an epic adventure Why you need to have bold humility Finding a valuable, sustainable business model How best to connect with She

Mike Glauser has extensive experience as an entrepreneur, business consultant, and university professor. He is the co-founder and chairman of My New Enterprise, an online training and development company for aspiring entrepreneurs. He is also the founder and former CEO of Golden Swirl Management Company and of Northern Lights. Mike has consulted with numerous startup companies and large corporations in the areas of business strategy, organizational effectiveness, and leadership development. His clients have included Associated Food Stores, The Boeing Company, Department of Workforce Services and others. Mike is currently the Executive Director of the Clark Center for Entrepreneurship at Utah State University. He has published numerous articles in magazines and two books on entrepreneurship: Glorious Accidents and The Business of Heart. His latest book, Main Street Entrepreneur, chronicles a 4,000-mile cross-country bicycle journey he took to interview 100 successful entrepreneurs across the United States. Wha

John Dwyer is a marketing enigma, unique in the field. When it comes to creating sales for businesses, his thinking is refreshingly unconventional. John preaches "in a sea of sameness in your industry, you need to stand out like a beacon - and the best way to do this is by using wow factor marketing techniques". He thinks "way outside the square" and brings proven marketing ideas to the table for business owners - not the motherhood marketing waffle we all hear from many self-professed advertising experts. And let's not forget, he’s the guy who got Jerry Seinfeld out of retirement to front an Aussie bank’s advertising campaign! So, Onward Nation, if you’re looking for “NEW IDEAS” of how to attract new clients, get ready – because you’re about to get an avalanche of great marketing ideas! What you'll learn about in this episode Why everything starts & finishes with understanding sales & marketing Why you need to make sure that your most important priorities rise to the top of your task list Why you ne

Stephen is the CEO of Predictive ROI and the host of the Onward Nation podcast. He is the author of two bestselling books, speaker, trainer, and his digital marketing insights have been featured in SUCCESS, Entrepreneur, The Washington Post, Forbes, Inc. Magazine, and other media. Good Morning Onward Nation…I’m Stephen Woessner and welcome to this week’s solocast…Episode 425. Today, we are going to build upon the mentorship lessons, strategies, and tactics we studied together last week. I firmly believe that as a leader — mentorship — should be one of your most vital priorities. And it is through your consistent and thoughtful mentorship — that you will be able to create the culture of high-performance, of accountability, of proactivity — a culture that reflects your core values. So if mentorship is truly a critical skill for any business owner to make mastery a vital priority — are there others? And yes, I would argue that recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and preparing your employees is equally as vital

Jake Kloberdanz is the CEO and Founder of ONEHOPE, a lifestyle brand with a world-class vineyard and winery in the heart of Napa. ONEHOPE makes a measurable impact for its charitable partners through its family of brands. Jake has been recognized by Businessweek as one of the “Top 25 under 25”, Wine Enthusiast’s “Top 40 Under 40”, and was the youngest nominee for Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young in 2009. Jake has also been featured as a speaker at numerous events including TEDx, The UN, Stanford, U.C. Berkeley, UCLA, and MIT. As founder of the ONEHOPE Foundation, he has worked with hundreds of nonprofit partners and donated over $2 million to nonprofits and helped other non-profits raise well over $20 million serving as a board member and advisor. What you’ll learn about in this episode Jake’s background Why you need to write out your goals & commit to them Why you should get clarity around your three must-do tasks every day Why you need to listen to your body The value & power of meetin

Damian Mason resigned his post in corporate America in 1994 and started his own company, Executive Entertainment, as a selling forum for his new endeavor: comedically impersonating Bill Clinton for corporate meetings. He delivered nearly 100 presentations annually and picked up a few movie credentials and TV spots along the way. Times change and so do presidents. In the mid 2000s, Damian successfully transformed himself from a political satirist to an extremely in demand agriculture and business speaker. With several years of struggle in between. Today, Damian speaks on business reinvention along with managing his farm and other investments. He helps businesses and individuals “reinvent with intent” to create the life and business of their choosing for longevity and success. What you'll learn about in this episode Damian’s background Why you should focus on making whatever you’re working on better Why you need to be constantly reinventing yourself Why you should always be thinking about your next endeavor Th

Laura Cheek is the Founder and Social Brander of Insperience It. Insperience It is a social branding company specializing in branding and social media management. Laura and her team help small business owners realize the power of their brand by leveraging social media with creative content and innovative strategy. Insperience It official when it opened its doors on September 1, 2016. With a solid handful of clients, Insperience It is taking the industry by storm with creative partnerships and fresh, out-of-the-box social ideas. Laura and her team believe in the power of people and looks forward to connecting and inspiring like-minded entrepreneurs. What you'll learn about in this episode Laura’s background Why you need to plan your week & prioritize your most important tasks The tools that Laura uses to keep herself organized Why you shouldn’t underestimate the power of a consistent routine Why Laura begins her day with quiet time Why you shouldn’t give in to the road of least resistance Why you need to

David Arison leads Global Relations for Arison Investments and The Ted Arison Family Foundation, and serves on two major boards at the Arison Group, a global business and philanthropic group operating in 40 countries across five continents. As part of the senior executive team of an established multi-generational family, David’s position centers on representing the Arison family’s shared legacy and values, which stem from the vision of Doing Good. This long-term vision is at the core of The Doing Good Model that he shares worldwide. This unique values-driven model is implemented across the Arison Group’s companies and organizations to create positive impact on all levels – social, environmental, and economic. What you’ll learn about in this episode David’s background Why you should pick people that are much smarter than yourself to run the business for you Why you need to lead with your values and your vision Why you need to trust yourself and listen to your intuition Interfering with the business vs. creati

Stephen is the CEO of Predictive ROI and the host of the Onward Nation podcast. He is the author of two bestselling books, speaker, trainer, and his digital marketing insights have been featured in SUCCESS, Entrepreneur, The Washington Post, Forbes, Inc. Magazine, and other media. Good Morning Onward Nation…I’m Stephen Woessner and welcome to this week’s solocast…Episode 420. My hope for you is that your week has started off with some excellent momentum, that you are checking your vital priorities off your list, that your daily work has revolved around your vital functions, and that you are measuring your activity with the right vital metrics…and that everyone on your team is following your lead — your tangible example — as they witness your level of commitment to excellence in accomplishing what you set out to accomplish. Each and every day — whether we acknowledge this reality or try to ignore it — or run from it — we we are mentoring everyone around us each day. We are mentoring when we are having a bad da

Philip McKernan works with entrepreneurs and business leaders all over the world. When people are seeking clarity about their future or want to move through roadblocks, seen and unseen, they call Philip. He helps people get clear on who they are and where they need to go. He helps them transition in their personal and professional lives so people feel aligned in all areas of life. He has worked with the Canadian Olympic Team, The Pentagon and has shared the stage with other speakers like the Dalai Lama and Richard Branson. What you'll learn about in this episode Why you can't put people on a pedestal Why Philip doesn't consume a lot of information Why you need to evaluate if what you're doing fits who you are "One Last Talk": why you need to think about what you would talk about if you were given one last talk to give Why you should go on the road for three days with nothing but a journal and no reason Why you should do "isolated dreaming" -- just draw what's possible for your life How best to connect with

Mark LeBlanc has delivered over 1,000 presentations, coached over 1,000 business owners, and is the author of “Growing Your Business and Never Be the Same.” His book was inspired by walking the 500 mile, Camino de Santiago trek across Spain. In fact, he walked it twice! Mark also started a foundation to support young entrepreneurs and they recently awarded their 8th grant of $3,000. The proceeds from Mark’s books are used to fund the grants. Mark has also conducted over 100 weekend business retreats called the “Achievers Circle” -- which has now become the ultimate, anti-boot camp experience. What you'll learn about in this episode Mark's background Why extreme focus is everything Mark's AM/PM questions he uses to keep himself on track Why Mark's alarm goes off at 5 AM every day The story of when Mark fell flat on his face when starting a new business How to be a great listener Why you can't ever leave someone waiting Why you need to get good at asking for help Why you must have a mastermind group Why you ne

Ari Meisel’s story starts in 2006, when some unexpected news derailed his booming real estate career: Crohn’s Disease: A highly-debilitating digestive ailment, Crohn's kept Ari from leading a normal life. He lost weight, energy, and the ability to work with regularity—in fact, there were times he could only work for sixty-minutes a day. With a blossoming business to run, Ari knew an hour per day was unacceptable. Against the advice of doctors and loved-ones, Ari embarked upon an extraordinarily painful journey to cure what medical textbooks consider an incurable disease. Through excruciating amounts of trial and error, Ari not only regained control of his life but beat this seemingly unbeatable disease—and is now symptom-free. “Less Doing, More Living”, “Less Doing Virtual Assistants” and “Less Doing BPO” are the result of Ari’s amazing journey back to health, happiness, and well-being. What you'll learn about in this episode Ari’s background How to leverage free tools Why you should be setting limits &

Josh Brown is a franchise attorney and has built a thriving national practice helping business owners make smart franchise decisions, identify good franchise systems, work through legal challenges surrounding franchising, and grow through the franchise model. Josh speaks, blogs, writes articles and white papers, and is the proud creator and host of the podcast, “Franchise Euphoria,” a top-rated podcast on iTunes. What you'll learn about in this episode Josh’s background The benefits of repurposing content Why you need to be consistent and professional when it comes to producing podcasts The importance of writing down your to-do’s and keeping on top of them Why Josh begins his day with getting clarity on what he needs to accomplish How to handle obstacles and continue to grow Why you need to master what you do and be able to sell it to be successful Not letting fear hold you back from what you want to do Why you shouldn’t make business more complicated than it is Why you need to make sure that your business i

Kurt Mortensen is an international authority on charisma, human nature, and influence. Kurt has invested over 20 years researching persuasion and motivational psychology and he teaches on the university level. Kurt is the author of “Persuasion IQ, Laws of Charisma” and the best-selling book “Maximum Influence”. His Books have been translated into 28 languages. Kurt teaches how professional success, personal relationships, and leadership potential depend on your ability to persuade, influence, and motivate others. The key, Onward Nation, is to get others to want to do, what you want them to do and like doing it. What you'll learn about in this episode Kurt’s background The importance of learning and mastering soft skills Why you need to ask yourself “Is this an income producing activity?” Why creating balance is so important to personal development A humbling experience that taught Kurt to take his life & income to the next level Why you need to ask yourself, when facing a setback, is it going to make you

Pat McDaniel is the founder of WiseInsights.net, a website dedicated to helping motivated (but weary) people to keep moving forward by finding the smartest path toward their success. Pat is passionate about sharing his story of repeatedly hitting a wall despite his hard work until he discovered the unseen forces that were holding him back. Pat has a highly diverse background and a distinct talent for helping entrepreneurs and leaders avoid unnecessary heartache, including making better decisions for a better life. With that, his current research project is on decision-making: helping business owners understand how to overcome the hidden influences that can lead to bad outcomes. What you'll learn about in this episode Pat’s background The importance of blocking off time for your top priorities every week How to get more done in less time How daily affirmations & visualizations can help you mentally prepare for your day Why you need to focus more on the important things vs. the urgent things Getting rid of

Josh Elledge is the Founder and Chief Executive Angel of SavingsAngel.com and is one of the nation’s leading experts on consumer savings. He is a weekly syndicated newspaper columnist – reaching more than 1.1 million readers and regularly appears on more than 75 TV stations across the country – having appeared on TV or radio more than 1,500 times. Josh is also the founder of upendPR, which provides step-by-step video coaching, live training, direct access to over 1 million media contacts, media monitoring for ongoing story-ideas, agency-level journalist inquiry monitoring, ongoing pitch creation, and impactful consulting for entrepreneurs and startups seeking to exponentially increase sales and traffic. What you'll learn about in this episode Josh’s background Why, in business, exposure is everything Why you shouldn’t be afraid to give away your best information Why you should always be building that “know, like & trust” value with your audience The importance of serving your audience and bringing them v

Sy Belohlavek is from Columbus, Ohio but has had the privilege of living and working in Kyrgyzstan the past 5 years laying the foundation for his business, June Cashmere. His motivation to get involved in this project developed as a result of having a business degree, a longstanding interest in other cultures, and a desire to leverage commercial activity to help address issues of disparity and disadvantage around the world. Sy now runs a start-up in a place of the world he had previously known little about and is building a value chain that spans three continents. What you'll learn about in this episode Sy’s background Keeping a visual sketch of your to-do lists and top priorities Why doing the small things & doing them well over time is so important Why you shouldn’t put off things that are unpleasant or cause discomfort Why you need to have a plan & stick with things when they’re falling apart The importance of having the right mentality & principles How being a master researcher & connecto