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Redefining Wealth with Patrice WashingtonResistance to Reinvention is What's Making Your "Middle" Messy with Adrion PorterThis episode is brought to you by Pillar Mastery. Discover the proven framework that helps ambitious achievers align their desires and actions to create a life of authenticity, clarity and genuine joy.
Today I’m joined by the inspiring Adrion Porter, a workplace strategist and the founder of Mid-Career Mastery. Adrion shares his personal journey of being laid off at the age of 40 and how it became the turning point that led him to redefine his purpose and create a consultancy dedicated to helping others navigate mid-career transitions.
We explore the concept of the "magical mid...
2025-01-3054 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter076: Chauncey Zalkin On Culture, Creativity, and Being a Gen X Woman in Today's WorldOn this very special episode of Gen X Amplified, I am chatting with writer, 2x creative entrepreneur, and former multi-agency brand strategist Chauncey Zalkin. As a podcaster, Chauncey is also the host of the groundbreaking podcast Actual People, which is an unfiltered exploration of individual and societal shifts in a world undergoing tremendous change. During our conversation, Chauncey and I discuss her overall Gen X journey as storyteller, creator, brand strategist, and entrepreneur. And also Chauncey shares personal and professional insights on navigating today's world as a Gen X woman, particularly during midlife and mid-career.
2024-10-0959 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter075: Ebony Flake on Writing for ESSENCE and Creating a Career Path of PurposeFor this very special episode of Gen X Amplified, I have the pleasure of being joined by Ebony Flake, Business Journalist for ESSENCE. What makes this conversation extra amazing is that Ebony graciously featured me in a story she wrote last year as a full-page profile for their annual Men's print Issue. The story was titled "Gen X Leaders Are Dominating the C-Suite" and it featured insights on how the middle generation is now holding the keys to the boardrooms and shaping the future of work for everyone. Well, this episode is all about EBONY FLAKE...
2024-10-0247 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter074: Stephen Bailey On Connecting All Leaders to Their Future Potential Through ExecOnlineOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, I am joined by Stephen Bailey, Stephen is the CEO and co-founder of ExecOnline, a corporate training company that partners with the world's top business schools to offer leadership development on demand to enterprise organizations. ExecOnline is on a mission to connect all leaders to their future potential by disrupting and democratizing corporate learning. Some of ExecOnline's Partner schools include Stanford, Wharton, Berkeley Haas, Chicago Booth, UVA Darden School of Business, Columbia, Duke, MIT-Sloan, Yale, and others. In this episode, Stephen and I unpack: Stephen's care...
2024-09-2539 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter073: Daisy Auger-Domínguez On Going From Burnout to Lighting a Path for Leading with More JoyOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, I am speaking with global leader, speaker, workplace strategist Daisy Auger-Domínguez, who is the author of the book "Burnt Out to Lit Up: How to Reignite the Joy of Leading People." With years of experience leading global human capital practices at companies like Google, Disney and Vice Media, she equips managers and leaders with the skills they need to build high-performing teams and shift culture to drive performance without burning out. In this episode, Daisy and I discuss: Daisy's inspirational professional journey to becoming a seasoned executive in m...
2024-09-1748 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter072: Ian Schafer On Building Ensemble with Issa Rae and the Impact of AI for CreatorsOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, I am welcoming back serial entrepreneur Ian Schafer, repeat guest and friend of the podcast, for another round of "Gen Xceptional" wisdom and inspiration. Ian is the President and Co-Founder of Ensemble, a next-generation branded entertainment studio that he co-founded with acclaimed producer, writer, actress, and entrepreneur Issa Rae. Ensemble collaborates with brands, platforms, and publishers to produce and distribute epic content and activations that shape culture, engage audiences, and move product. Ian, Issa, and the team at Ensemble is on a mission to make the crea...
2024-09-1045 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter071: Denise Hamilton on Being Indivisible and Why Now is the Time for Gen X to ShineOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, we have a very special episode featuring an amazing "Gen Xceptional" chat with Denise Hamilton. Denise is a nationally recognized Diversity & Inclusion leader, and is the Founder and CEO of WatchHerWork, a digital learning platform for professional women. She is also the author of the bestselling book "Indivisible: How to Forge Our Differences into a Stronger Future" During this episode, Denise and I spent time unpacking her professional story, the timeless gems from her book, and also her passionate call-to-arms for Gen Xers! About Denise Hamilton...
2024-09-0349 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter070: Cate Luzio On Pivoting from Executive to Entrepreneur and Launching LuminaryOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, we are back for another #FabulousOver40 Fireside Chat edition, featuring my conversation with Cate Luzio —who is the Founder and CEO of Luminary, a membership-based global education and professional networking platform for women and their allies. And Cate is also one of the shining stars I previously featured in the #FabulousOver40 Spotlight Series on LinkedIn. About Cate Luzio Cate is the Founder and CEO of Luminary, a membership-based global education and professional networking platform for women and their allies, which she launched and self-funded in 2018. Lumina...
2024-09-0252 min
Coaches on Zoom Drinking CoffeeAdrion Porter: Age Diversity Advocate, and Founder of Mid-Career MasteryA conversation with Adrion Porter, the driving force behind Mid Career Mastery — a platform dedicated to helping over-40s grow.Adrion and Alex delve into the rarely addressed challenge of 'midlife malaise' - a common occurrence among experienced workers. Adrion provides a concrete, three-pillar framework - mindset, meaning, and milestones - to transform this malaise into a path towards mastery — helping clients navigate their mid-career challenges.Adrion also shines a light on ageism in the workplace and the value of experience in a multi-generational workforce. They discuss how to guide clients in leveraging their wisdom, embr...
2023-07-3142 min
Her Next Power MoveEp 175: Mastering the Middle w/ Adrion PorterMid- career, mid life...and in the middle. I'm talking about my generation... Gen X. So much attention is paid to the Boomers and the Millennials and now Gen Z...but make no mistake, we are trending upward--that is when we place some intention behind it. Thursday, I'm talking to fellow ELC adjunct faculty member Adrion Porter who is a Gen X expert when it comes to mastering the middle. He is also faculty for SOAR Women's Leadership Academy and kicks off a series where I'm introducing each of my team members to you so that you'll know what to...
2023-03-0938 min
The Culture Soup Podcast®Ep 175: Mastering the Middle w/ Adrion PorterMid- career, mid life...and in the middle. I'm talking about my generation... Gen X. So much attention is paid to the Boomers and the Millennials and now Gen Z...but make no mistake, we are trending upward--that is when we place some intention behind it. Thursday, I'm talking to fellow ELC adjunct faculty member Adrion Porter who is a Gen X expert when it comes to mastering the middle. He is also faculty for SOAR Women's Leadership Academy and kicks off a series where I'm introducing each of my team members to you so that you'll know what to...
2023-03-0938 min
The Culture Soup Podcast®️Mastering the MiddleMid- career, mid life...and in the middle. I'm talking about my generation... Gen X. So much attention is paid to the Boomers and the Millennials and now Gen Z...but make no mistake, we are trending upward--that is when we place some intention behind it. Today, I'm talking to fellow ELC adjunct faculty member Adrion Porter who is a Gen X expert when it comes to mastering the middle. He is also faculty for SOAR Women's Leadership Academy and kicks off a series where I'm introducing each of my team members to y...
2023-03-0943 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter069: Tara Jaye Frank On Becoming a Waymaker and Clearing the Path to Workplace EquityOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, we have yes…another #FabulousOver40 Fireside Chat edition. And it's with my good friend, the fabulous and phenomenal Tara Jaye Frank. And we are going to be unpacking her latest and greatest book The Waymakers: Clearing the Path to Workplace Equity with Competence and Confidence. Which in my opinion Is a MUST READ for all workplace leaders today. Without question. About Tara Tara is an equity strategist, speaker, C-Suite advisor, and the President and CEO of TJF Career Modeling LLC — where she partners...
2022-10-0451 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter068: Zephrine Hanson On Farming and Managing Your Mental Health at MidlifeOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, I have a great and important conversation with Zephrine Hanson. Zephrine is a veteran, farmer, story amplifier, and the founder of Hampden Farms, a suburban farming project that offers small-batch artisanal products made from organic ingredients that are lovingly grown and sustainably sourced. And she also happens to be a fellow member of LinkedIn's inaugural cohort of its Creator Accelerator Program! During this episode, Zephrine and I discuss her personal story — which includes a beginning career in the military, how she got into lavender farming, and her i...
2022-09-0644 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter067: Kim Alexis Newton On Hallmark, Quilting, and Why It's Never Too Late to Pursue Your DreamsOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, I am joined by the wonderful and amazing Kim Alexis Newton. Kim is a former Hallmark Cards Inc. corporate executive, quilt artist, board member, and also my fellow Vanderbilt Business School alumni! She is also one of the featured phenoms in the #FabulousOver40 Spotlight Series on LinkedIn. During this episode, Kim and I chat about her 20-plus years experience working for Hallmark Cards – which was her dream job coming out of business school. And also why and how she decided to leave corporate after many years to pursue her dre...
2022-08-3054 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter066: Sunny Bonnell On Thriving as a RARE BREED at Work and in LifeWe are back for another #FabulousOver40 edition of Gen X Amplified, featuring my chat with Sunny Bonnell, who is the co-founder and CEO of Motto — one of the top branding agencies in the country. Sunny is also the co-author of the bestselling book RARE BREED: A Guide to Success for the Defiant, Dangerous, and Different (HarperCollins), which has been hailed as one of the most unique business books of its time and used by global teams everywhere. During our conversation, Sunny and I discuss her professional journey, her insights on thriving in mid-career, and also unpack th...
2022-08-2349 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter065: Erik Moses On Making History and the Power of Gen X LeadershipFor this episode of Gen X Amplified, we're back for another #FabulousOver40 Fireside chat edition, featuring Erik Moses, who is currently the Executive Director/CEO of the Fiesta Bowl. He previously served as the President at Nashville Superspeedway, which is the largest concrete-only track in NASCAR. Erik is is also one of the recognized leaders in the #FabulousOver40 Spotlight Series on LinkedIn. As mentioned in his spotlight, when Erik was named president of Nashville Superspeedway in 2020, it marked a watershed moment for representation — as he became the first Black track president in NASCAR hi...
2022-08-1652 min
The Truth PrescriptionAdrion Porter: Professional Branding after 30Good People,Adrion Porter joins us for this week’s episode of The Truth Prescription. Adrion is a brand strategist, speaker, and consultant with a wealth of experience. Prior to starting his own brand strategy and consulting firm (AP & Company), he held top positions at Cartoon Network, HBO and Citigroup. Adrion is also the host of the podcast, GenXAmplified, a personal growth and leadership show that focuses on GenXers who are at a crossroads in their careers. Adrion shares his personal and professional truths about not taking life for granted, living it to the...
2022-08-151h 11
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter064: Mack McKelvey On Empathetic Leadership and Being a Voice for Change For this very special #FabulousOver40 Fireside Chat edition of the podcast, I am having a conversation with the phenomenal and MACKnificent...Mack Mckelvey — who is the Founder and CEO of SalientMG, a strategic marketing firm focused on accelerating market position for growth stage tech companies... And also who I had the pleasure of featuring in the #FabulousOver40 Spotlight Series on LinkedIn! During this episode, Mack and I chat about her professional journey, her passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion, the importance of community, and the power of your "name."...
2022-08-0935 min
The IntersectionAge Ain't Nothing But A Number - The Power of Age Diversity in the Workplace“A lot of the malaise happens because there’s a reconfiguration of the internal goals that you set in your younger years and the reality [that] you may not be where you thought you were going to be,” Adrion Porter shares. “You have the traffic jams of life coming at you… at the same time.”Adrion Porter is the founder of Mid-Career Mastery, a platform dedicated to building the most powerful personal and professional growth community for people over 40. He is the creator and host of the Gen X Amplified podcast, where he highlights and gives a voice to the powerful gen...
2022-07-2736 min
Live Your Best LifeAdrion PorterAdrion Porter hit a mid-career slump. Seeking to re energize, he made a change that led him down a new path. Now a speaker and mid-career strategist, Adrion seeks to help others to “...reframe, rethink, reset, reenergize, [and] recalculate…”
“When I can bring forth value and impact by helping others amplify the best of who they are,” says Adrion, “that's me living my best life.”
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2022-03-2819 min
#MORETHAN: A PodcastAdrion Porter on Midlife MalaiseAdrion Porter, Founder of GenX Amplified and celebrated marketing executive, joins Tara Jaye Frank in a vulnerable conversation about the life of a GenXer - from managing multiple home priorities to contemplating career pivots. Of course, these challenges are even more pronounced in today's age of COVID19, and punctuated by heightened conversations about racial injustice. The midlife malaise is real. How do we remain centered when everything is moving around us? How can we be there for others while staying true to ourselves? Let's find out together.
2020-07-3136 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter063: Marcie Merriman On Gen X Leadership and How Gen Z is Impacting the Today's WorkplaceOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, we are excited to have another special Gen X Amplified LIVE conversation that's all about generations! That's because I am joined by Marcie Merriman, who is the Americas Cultural Insights & Consumer Strategy Leader at EY (Ernest & Young). And will be discussing not only her professional journey as a Gen X leader, speaker, and strategist for one of the largest professional services in world, but also the impact of Gen Z in both today's workplace and in the future of work. Marcie Merriman is EY Americas Cultural Insights & Customer S...
2020-04-3056 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter062: Michele Ghee on Legacy, Leading with Purpose, and the Power of Black WomenOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, we are having another special conversation with speaker, author, champion for women, and the Chief Executive Officer of Ebony & Jet Magazine, Michele T. Ghee. And we will be chatting about the power of nurturing strong relationships, and also how to be resilient during difficult and uncertain times. Such as the current coronavirus pandemic that all of us are going through right now. Michele T. Ghee is a strategic force inside and outside the bounds of corporate america, having managed more than a billion dollars in revenue for some of t...
2020-04-2456 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter061: Tara Jaye Frank & Lindsey Pollak on Gen X Resiliency and Thriving Through a CrisisOn this very special episode of Gen X Amplified, we are featuring the video and audio from our premiere livestream event- Building Generational Bridges Through Crisis: A Candid Conversation about the Impact of COVID:19 on all generations, particularly Gen X. And for this special conversation, Adrion is joined by two friends and phenomenal thought leaders and Gen X Amplified former guests: Lindsey Pollak, multigenerational work expert, NYT bestselling author, speaker, and Thinkers50 Radar Class of 2020, and Tara Jaye Frank, speaker, consultant, Founder at MORE THAN: A Movement, and former Hallmark Cards, Inc. executive. Currently, we're going...
2020-04-081h 07
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter060: Jon Fortt on CNBC, Empathy, and Building Bridges as a GenerationOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion Porter is joined by Jon Fortt, who is the co-anchor of Squawk Alley on CNBC, and the host of the Fort Knoxx podcast. And they discuss not only Jon's professional journey as a business journalist and anchor, but also his thoughts on the current COVID-19 pandemic and its significant impact on people of all ages. Adrion and Jon also spend time unpacking how Gen Xers are uniquely positioned to be very effective and powerful leaders that can build bridges across all generations - especially during challenging times such as...
2020-04-0153 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter059: Ian Schafer on Purpose, Culture, and Business TransformationOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, we have a conversation with advertising veteran, digital expert, thought leader, and awesome Gen-Xer... the one and only Ian Schafer, who joins Adrion to discuss and unpack his latest venture, Kindred, and its inaugural event Kindred 2020, which will be held on September 14-17 in San Diego. Kindred, is an events-based startup that focuses on bringing together brands, nonprofits, and cultural leaders to accelerate sustainable, purpose-led business transformation. Ian Schafer has been named a "Media Maven" by Advertising Age, one of Campaign Magazine's "40 over 40", and the "Best CEO on Soci...
2020-03-1155 min
The Audience207 - 'Gen X Amplified' Host and Mid-Career Mentor Adrion PorterMy guest for Episode 207 is Adrion Porter, who stopped by for a special Generation X-themed episode of The Audience. Adrion is seasoned speaker, mid-career mentor, workplace consultant, employer brand strategist, podcaster, and the host of GEN X AMPLIFIED — the premier podcast dedicated to elevating the voices of the powerful generation between the Boomers and Millennials.Adrion thrives on helping create a world where all of us, no matter what age, are inspired and empowered to turn up the volume on our best selves. That’s why he has made it his life’s work to help in...
2020-03-101h 01
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter058: Ada Calhoun on Why Gen X Women Can't SleepOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, highly acclaimed journalist and author Ada Calhoun joins Adrion to discuss her latest book and New York Times bestseller Why We Can't Sleep: Women's New Midlife Crisis – which is an expansion of her viral story for Oprah.com and a "generation-defining exploration of the new midlife crisis facing Gen X women. In Why We Can't Sleep, Calhoun opens up the cultural and political contexts of Gen X's predicament and offers solutions for how to pull oneself out of the abyss—and keep the next ge...
2020-02-1141 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter057: Melissa Proctor on Going from Ball-Girl to CMO of the Atlanta HawksOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, I have the pleasure of speaking with Melissa (McGhie) Proctor, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of the Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena. Melissa joins me on the podcast to discuss her fascinating Gen X professional story – which includes beginning her career as a ball-girl for the Miami Heat, to her current role of leading the brand for the Atlanta Hawks. Also at the beginning of this special episode, Melissa and I briefly spend some time talking about the unfortunate and tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and his daug...
2020-02-0451 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter056: Walter T. Geer III on Being a Disruptor and Eliminating AgeismOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, I chat with Walter T. Geer III, digital advertising executive, multi-patent holder, biometric lab creator, and currently the SVP, Group Creative director at TBWA/WorldHealth. Walter joins us on Gen X Amplified to discuss his viral LinkedIn post (Yeah yeah…40 under 40 and 30 under 30. I'm not impressed…), diversity and inclusion, and why we should all focus on eliminating ageism in the workplace. Walter T. Geer III serves as the SVP, Group Creative director at TBWA/WorldHealth – which is a leading healthcare agency collective. A veteran of the digital adver...
2020-01-2847 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter055: Lindsey Pollak on Succeeding in Today's Multigenerational WorkplaceOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, I am joined by Lindsey Pollak, New York Times bestselling author, keynote speaker, and one of the world's leading experts on Millennials and the multigenerational workplace. Lindsey is here to actually discuss her latest book, The Remix: How to Lead and Succeed in the Multigenerational Workplace. We are have a very detailed and fun conversation around generations in general, Gen Xers in politics, old movies, and just how awesome it is to be Gen X! Lindsey Pollak is a leading expert on the Millennial generation and today's multigenerational w...
2020-01-211h 01
Joy Economics PodcastThe Art of PivotingWe've all been there. Life hands you a bag full of lemons and somehow you're suppose to turn it into lemonade. This episode is all about pivoting, featuring some of our best advice from past guests on how to pivot and make the most out of life's pitfalls. We'll hear from Adrion Porter, founder and host of the podcast Gen X Amplified, Kelly Burton, Chief Executive Officer of Founders of Color, and Amanda Hammett, The Millennial Translator.
2019-09-1600 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter054: Ken Coleman on How to Land the Job and Career You LoveOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, Ken Coleman, career expert, Ramsey Personality, and nationally syndicated radio host of The Ken Coleman Show joins us on Gen X Amplified to discuss his latest book, The Proximity Principle: The Proven Strategy That Will Lead To The Career You Love. During our conversation, Ken talks about his journey of pursuing his passion for communication and how he decided to write his latest book to help other get unstuck and their career. Ken unpacks some key nuggets from The Proximity Principle, and also provides insights on how Gen-Xers c...
2019-07-0244 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter053: Katrina Wong on Being a Gen X Leader in Silicon ValleyOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, we're excited to have tech marketing expert and proud Gen Xer, Katrina Wong, who is the VP of Marketing for Hired (hired.com). During our conversation, Katrina discusses her professional journey in the Silicon Valley tech world, leading up to her current role as Hired's head of marketing. Katrina also gives us some key insights about how to navigate today's multigenerational and digital workplace as a Gen X leader. Which includes… why we all should lead by "influence" and not just by position, especially as Gen Xers. Kat...
2019-05-0146 min
Your Visionary PodcastEpisode #14 - The Power of Personal Brand with Adrion PorterFor Episode #14, I interviewed marketing expert, Adrion Porter. We had a passionate conversation on the power of your personal brand as he shared his journey to get him to where he is now. Adrion has had over 20 years of experience with some of the world's leading brands. He is now the Founder & CEO of AP & Company, who's mission is to help mid-career professionals and leaders build powerful brands to maximize their impact in work and life.
2019-03-2744 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter052: Chris Hogan on Becoming an Everyday MillionaireFor this value-packed episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion is joined by Chris Hogan, #1 national best-selling author, dynamic speaker, and financial expert with Ramsey Solutions. During this interview, Chris unpacks his latest book, Everyday Millionaires: How Ordinary People Built Extraordinary Wealth – and How You Can Too. And why having a strong belief, knowledge, and plan of action can help anyone be on the path to reach their financial goals. Chris Hogan is a national best-selling author, podcaster, and dynamic speaker in the areas of personal finance, retirement and leadership. A former all-American football player...
2019-03-1931 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter051: Mario Armstrong on Winning an Emmy and Never SettlingFor this exciting episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion is joined by the one and only, Mario Armstrong, who is 2X Emmy Award winner, entrepreneur, podcaster, and the creator and host and the Never Settle Show. During this value-packed conversation, Mario takes us along his journey from launching his career, elevating his entrepreneurial ventures alongside his wife, and also launching the first ever Facebook Watch show that has won an Emmy Award. We also discuss chat about the challenges of entrepreneurship and the recommended solutions needed to make our dreams become a reality. ...
2019-03-1251 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter050: Chip Conley on Becoming a Modern Elder in the WorkplaceOn this awesome episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion is joined by Chip Conley, bestselling author, hospitality entrepreneur, and strategic advisor to Airbnb. During this great interview, Chip unpacks his latest book, Wisdom@Work: The Making of a Modern Elder. Part manifesto and part playbook, Wisdom@Work outlines and amplifies a much needed conversation not only about ageism in the workplace, but also a rallying cry for those in midlife to unlock the virtues of this stage in the curve of life. Adrion and Chip also discuss how Gen X is now in the prime...
2019-03-0548 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter049: Tara Jaye Frank on Building Bridges and Creating a MovementOn this awesome episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion has a great conversation with Tara Jaye Frank, leadership development expert, speaker, writer, and consultant. During this chat, Tara walks us through her journey from writing greeting cards as part of the Hallmark Inc. team, to her current role as a leader and entrepreneurship. We also discuss Tara's recent project of creating the #MoreThan movement, which purpose is to to facilitate deeper understanding between disconnected people. Tara Jaye Frank is a highly sought-after speaker, thought leader, consultant, and Leadership Development expert. As...
2019-02-2656 min
Shut The Hell Up And Sell: UnfilteredOprah On An IslandAdrion is in the first quarter of his life as an Entrepreneur. Very successful in the corporate world, he decided he'd had enough and planted his own flag. Going into his second year as an Entrepreneur is a critical time. Things get tighter than ever and the pressure to quit is always present.
In this episode we get REAL! I channel my inner "Oprah", Adrion and I discuss the island that is Entrepreneurship and Leadership. We may all be on islands but it turns out our islands are all in shouting distance... There is help and there are ot...
2019-02-2530 minJoy Economics PodcastGen X-CeptionalIn this episode, we chat with Generation Xer, Adrion Porter, who is a marketing veteran with over twenty years of experience working with some big brands that include HBO, Cartoon Network, and Citi. Adrion is also the founder and host of a podcast called Gen X Amplified. His show provides leadership and development insights from and for his listeners who he proudly describes as the X-Ceptional, X-Traordinary generation. Listen in as Adrion talks about his experience, how to pivot and turn a career low into a career and personal high, and how to use his 5...
2019-02-2400 min
CEO Exclusive RadioDavid Henriksen with Giving Company and Adrion Porter with AP and CompanyOn this CEO Exclusive we discuss faith based media with David Henriksen from Giving Company and Adrion Porter from AP & Company. David Henriksen joined Giving Company in March of 2015 as President and CEO. Giving Company is a global faith and family media network serving millions of people around the world. As a non-profit, Giving [...]
2018-11-2038 min
CEO Exclusive RadioDavid Henriksen with Giving Company and Adrion Porter with AP and CompanyOn this CEO Exclusive we discuss faith based media with David Henriksen from Giving Company and Adrion Porter from AP & Company. David Henriksen joined Giving Company in March of 2015 as President and CEO. Giving Company is a global faith and family media network serving millions of people around the world. As a non-profit, Giving […]
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2018-11-2000 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter048: Jay Papasan on The ONE Thing That Matters Most in Business and LifeFor the last episode before our season break, we are bringing you this special (BEST OF) episode, with our featured guest Jay Papasan, the co-author of the groundbreaking #1 Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and USA Today bestselling book, The ONE Thing. Are you struggling with multitasking and prioritizing your most important projects - especially when it seems there are so many things to get done? Well, this episode is for you. Jay Papasan, is the Vice President of publishing and Executive Editor at KellerINK, the publishing arm of Keller Williams Realty. He...
2018-09-271h 09
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter047: Adrion Porter on Why Mid-Career is the Perfect Time to Make an ImpactOn this latest episode, I share what I call somewhat of a "rallying call" for everyone in that's currently in that mid-career, mid-life phase (basically Gen Xers), to start, right now, at this moment understanding that NOW is the perfect time to go for your dreams and create more impact on the world. Many of us at this stage of our career and life, feel squeezed, unsure of our future, dissatisfied with what we have accomplished...or "not accomplished", etc. This is a normal feeling. What motivated me to record this actual episode, where a few conversations I...
2018-09-2130 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter046: Jay Baer on Creating a Memorable Brand with Word of MouthOn this new episode of Gen X Amplified, we are welcoming back a familiar voice and friend to the show. Hall of Fame keynote speaker, business advisor, and best selling author…the one and only Jay Baer is joining Adrion once again on the podcast. For this his second visit to Gen X Amplified, Jay and Adrion discuss and unpack his latest book titled: – Talk Triggers: The Complete Guide to Creating Customers with Word of Mouth, which he co-wrote with Daniel Lemin. Jay Baer is an award-winner speaker, consultant, strategist and whose mission is to help busines...
2018-09-1249 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter045: Adrion Porter on 5 Key Lessons I Learned from Working at HBODuring this latest solo episode of Gen X Amplified, I am introducing a new "theme" that I'm starting called "What I've Learned...". And for this episode I will breakdown the 5 key lessons that I learned from my time working at one of the most iconic brands ever… HBO. I was employed at HBO from 2003-2008. And it was during that time (what many consider to be the "golden age' of HBO), I witnessed many of the inner workings of why HBO is such a successful brand. There are many virtues I believe that are responsible for...
2018-09-0547 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter044: Carmine Gallo on Becoming a Five Star CommunicatorOn this latest episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion is once again joined by world-renowned author and communications coach Carmine Gallo. During this chat, Carmine and Adrion discuss his latest book, Five Stars: The Communication Secrets to Get from Good to Great - and why it is important for leaders, especially Gen Xers to sharpen their skills of communication and persuasion for today's marketplace. Carmine Gallo is the bestselling author of Talk Like TED, The Storyteller's Secret, and The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs. He is an influential communication advisor for the world's most a...
2018-08-2251 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter043: Adrion Porter On How to Develop a Powerful Personal B.R.A.N.D.On this latest episode of Gen X Amplified, this is another solo round. And I'm getting very tactical and actionable with empowering and educational content to help you level-up at work, in business and in life. During this episode, I am going to be introducing a framework I've created that outlines in detail what I consider to be the five (5) actionable tips that will help you develop a "Powerful" personal B.R.A.N.D.™, by using our 5-point framework. It's simply an acronym that actually spells out the word B.R.A.N.D. Bui...
2018-08-1641 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter042: (BEST OF EPISODE) Chris Brogan on Generational Leadership in a New Media WorldOn this special "best of" episode of Gen X Amplified, we are replaying our very first interview and episode for the podcast! Yes, this is how it all started – with our great conversation with Chris Brogan, New York Times Bestselling author, consultant, speaker, and digital marketing expert. Chris Brogan is president of Chris Brogan Media, offering business and marketing advisory help for mid to larger sized companies. He also helps small business owners through classes and webinars at Owner Media Group. Chris is a sought after keynote speaker and the New York Times bestselling author of nine bo...
2018-08-0831 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter041: Adrion Porter on My Purpose and MissionOn this latest, and very special episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion is going SOLO. That's right. This is a very personal solo episode of the podcast, where Adrion is going to unpack a little about his background and what his overall mission and vision is not only for the podcast, but his personal purpose. Adrion Porter is a brand strategist, advisor, speaker, mentor, and the founder and host of Gen X Amplified. And on this solo episode, he goes into detail on his personal story. Adrion talks about his professional experience working as a marketing executive at ...
2018-08-0143 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter040: Rodney Bullard on How to Unleash the Hero Inside of YouOn this latest episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion is joined by Rodney Bullard, Vice President of Community Affairs at Chick-fil-A, Inc., and the Executive Director of the Chick-fil-A Foundation. During this conversation, Rodney provides us with his story of growing up in South Dekalb Atlanta, GA, and becoming influenced by many life changing events that propelled him to greatness within a number of sectors – including the armed forces, law, politics, and philanthropy. Rodney Bullard leads Chick-fil-A's community engagement and philanthropic strategy as Vice President of Community Affairs and Executive Director of the Chick-fil-A Foundation. Bef...
2018-07-2545 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter039: Jeff Hilimire on Leadership and Building a Purpose-Driven CompanyOn this latest episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion is joined by Jeff Hilimire, CEO and Co-founder of Dragon Army, a mobile and innovation agency, and the Co-founder of 48in48. During this value-packed conversation, Jeff discusses his own extensive entrepreneurial journey from building websites in college, to co-founding and leading an award winning mobile agency. Jeff also provides some key insights on millennial leadership and also establishing a purpose for both your company and your personal brand. Jeff Hilimire is the Co-Founder and CEO of Dragon Army, a mobile and innovation company that helps clients...
2018-07-1845 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter038: Alicia (A.M.) Morgan on STEM and Bridging the Gap as a Gen X LeaderOn this great episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion has a great conversation with Alicia (A.M.) Morgan, STEM/STEAM advocate, TEDx speaker, and social capital educator. During this interview, Alicia tells her compelling story from being a little girl that was empowered at a very young age to discover her unique gifts - to becoming a leader within both the corporate and non-profit sectors. We also discuss the importance of Gen X leaders encouraging positive and productive relationships across all generations. Alicia Morgan is currently the Vice President of Education and Programs a...
2018-07-1149 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter037: Carrie Kerpen on How Gen X Women Can Achieve Success at Work and in LifeOn this latest episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion is joined by entrepreneur, author, podcaster, and champion for women— the wonderful Carrie Kerpen. During this must-listen interview, Carrie takes us through her career leading up to becoming as a successful entrepreneur. Carrie is also the author of Work It: Secrets for Success from the Boldest Women in Business, and during this conversation she provides many insights from this manifesto for women in business. Carrie Kerpen is also the co-founder and Managing Director of Likeable Media, a 10Pearls company. Kerpen transformed her com...
2018-07-0440 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter036: Bill Macaitis on Building the Slack Brand and Team LeadershipOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion is joined by software go-to-market leader and the former CMO of Slack, Bill Macaitis. During this awesome interview, they both discuss all things tech, marketing, brand strategy, and team building. Bill Macaitis is considered one of the most prolific marketers within the SAAS industry. He has served as the leading go-to-market executive for 3 of the fastest ever growing SaaS companies: Slack, Zendesk, and Salesforce. At Slack, Bill served as both the Chief Revenue Officer and the Chief Marketing Officer, coming in as marketing employee #1, and building out the e...
2018-06-2852 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter035: Marshawn Evans Daniels on Believing Bigger and Discovering Your PurposeOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, we are chatting with reinvention strategist and life coach, Marshawn Evans Daniels. about her latest groundbreaking book: Believe Bigger: Discover the Path to Your Life Purpose. During this very value-packed conversation, Marshawn and I discuss why she wrote this book as an inspirational guide for women ready to reinvent their lives and discover a higher purpose when life doesn't go as planned. Marshawn Evans Daniels is a reinvention strategist and life coach mentoring women around the world to live bolder in life and business. As a serial entrepreneur...
2018-06-281h 00
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter034: Erik Deckers on Branding Yourself With Content and Social MediaOn this episode of Gen X Amplified, we are going to discuss why personal branding is very important in today's social media world. And to help us unpack the key tips and tactics to use, we are chatting with a content marketing and social media expert, Erik Deckers. Erik Deckers is a professional writer, professional speaker, social media expert, and content marketing strategist. He is the President of Pro Blog Service, a content marketing agency. Erik is also the author of a few bestselling books, including The Owned Media Doctrine, No BS Social M...
2018-06-2858 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter033: Carmine Gallo on Why Storytelling is the Secret to Leadership and Business SuccessAs a leader, do you want to inspire, motivate, educate, build brands, launch movements, and change lives? Then you MUST be able to package your ideas into a compelling and concise story. On this episode of Gen X Amplified, we are actually going to talk all about the power of story. And we could not have asked for a better featured guest, than master communicator and storyteller - Carmine Gallo. Carmine Gallo is a communications coach for the world's most admired brands. A former anchor and correspondent for CNN and CBS - Carmine's mission is...
2016-05-1348 min
Entrepreneurs on Fire Business PodcastGen X: the powerful generation between the boomers and millennials with Adrion PorterAdrion is the host of Gen X Amplified - the podcast dedicated to the powerful generation between the boomers and millennials. His mission is empowering GenXers to maximize their impact as leaders in this new media marketplace. Visit EOFire.com
2016-05-1328 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter032: Peg Fitzpatrick on Being a Social Media Power UserPeg Fitzpatrick is a speaker, author, blogger, and social media
marketing expert. She is the co-author of the groundbreaking book,
The
Art of Social Media: Power Tips for Power Users. With
over 100 tips and best practices - this essential guide
presents a detailed strategy to create a compelling
presence on the most popular social-media platforms.
Social media is not only Peg's passion, it's her job.
Day-to-day, she works in the trenches of social media, marketing,
and blogging. Peg has spearheaded successful social-media campaigns
for Motorola, Audi, Canva, Google, and Virgin as well as having
been a brand amba...
2016-04-2841 min
The Agents of Change Digital Marketing PodcastWhat's the Difference Between Branding and Marketing - with Adrion PorterIf you asked yourself to name one thing that all successful companies have in common, you might answer, “marketing”. But even before that, they spent a great deal of time on their branding. Branding - in essence - is developing an image, with the results to back it up. And this certainly doesn’t just apply to businesses, there are plenty of personal brands making their mark in the world as well.
Unfortunately, all too often not enough time is spent on branding before the marketing starts. But to truly have a successful marketing strategy, you need to hav...
2016-04-1332 min
Interview Connections | The Leading Podcast Booking AgencyHow to Book Great Guests for your Podcast with Adrion PorterOn this episode of Rhodes to Success, I interview Adrion Porter, who is a brand builder, podcaster, speaker, and consultant, and has a background working for Cartoon Network, HBO, Cinemax, and Citi Group. Adrion’s podcast, Gen X Amplified, focuses on empowering Gen X to be stronger leaders in the new media marketplace, define their story, and lead millennials. During the show, we discuss getting big name guests on your podcast early on, networking at live events, and the value of non-celebrity guests.
Main Questions Asked:
How did you connect with big name guests and...
2016-04-0634 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter031: Marie Forleo on Creating a Business and Life You LoveDo you ever dream about running your own business? Do you ever dream about more time with your family? Do you want to change the world? Then you MUST listen to this value-packed and fun episode of Gen X Amplified with someone who has been named a "thought leader for the next generation by none other than Oprah Winfrey. I am joined by the wonderful and phenomenal Marie Forleo. Marie Forleo is a quintessential entrepreneur, author, online tv host, and marketing expert. She is the creator and host of her award-winning web TV show, Marie...
2016-02-2453 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter030: Why Greatness Requires Preparation, Execution, and Patience (P.E.P.)For this new solo episode of Gen X Amplified, I focus on how success, achieving your goals, and overall greatness can only happen, after you have truly put the work in . Particularly, what I call having some P.E.P. - preparation, execution, and patience.
Whenever we want to achieve a new goal, learn a new skill, or become successful in general - we tend to want to rush the end result. We want to be great, much sooner than later. We want success and we want it now!
Well that is a very...
2016-02-1915 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter029: Brian Solis on Designing Exceptional Customer ExperiencesDo you know what makes a brand truly stand out and create advocates in today's economy? Well it goes beyond just products and services. It's all about how you define "experiences."
On this episode of Gen X Amplified, we are joined by one of the most renowned digital leaders in today's marketplace - futurist, author and speaker Brian Solis. He's here to discuss his personal journey, and his latest book X: The Experience When Business Meets Design.
Brian Solis is recognized as one of the most prominent thought leaders, speakers, and published authors in new tec...
2016-01-2728 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter028: John Lee Dumas on Dominating Your Goals in 100 DaysAre you looking for a more productive way to accomplish your goals this year? Well, this episode is definitely for you. That's because we are joined...again by our very first "repeat" guest. The one-and-only John Lee Dumas from the very popular EOFire podcast.
John revisits Gen X Amplified this time to deep dive into the virtues of successful goal setting, and also his latest passion project, The Freedom Journal!
John Lee Dumas is the Founder and Host of EOFire, an award winning podcast that reveals the journey of today's most inspiring entrepreneurs - 7 days a w...
2016-01-2727 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter027: Jay Baer on Why You Should Hug Your Haters and Keep Your CustomersIf you think you're good at delivering great customer service, then you will be surprised that your customers may not agree. Well, our featured guest on Gen X Amplified will explain why that is the case. We are joined by Jay Baer, who is a world renowned marketing and customer service speaker. He is also the author of the forthcoming book Hug Your Haters, and he's here to explain why many brands are unfortunately embracing an outdated approach to customer service that does not meet the minimum threshold in today's digital media landscape. Jay Baer a m...
2016-01-2037 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter026: Season 1 Recap and ShowcaseHappy New Year and Welcome to 2016!
Yes, we are back with a brand new episode, and it is a VERY SPECIAL one. That's because we're going to take a "listen" back, and celebrate season one of Gen X Amplified.
For this special episode, we are going to showcase some of our most popular episodes, and even play some soundbites from the featured guests. I had such a blast chatting with each guest, and their were so many valuable nuggets and insightful stories that they shared.
Now because timing, I needed to narrow down t...
2016-01-1257 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter025: Lou Mongello on Disney World and Pursuing Your True PassionHow does someone leave their job as a lawyer in New Jersey, sell their house, pack their bags, and move with his family all the way to Florida -to pursue a career rooted in their passion for all things Walt Disney?
Well Lou Mongello did it, and he is CRUSHING it as an entrepreneur. And he is here on Gen X Amplified to talk all about his love and career as a Disney expert.
Lou Mongello is an author, historian, speaker, podcaster, and Disney Expert. For many years he was actually an attorney living i...
2015-11-2455 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter024: The 5 Key Elements That Define Your BrandWhen you think of “brand” or “branding” what immediately comes to mind? Is it a logo? Or the name of a business? Or colors? These are all important, but they only touch the surface of what a brand entails.
For this special solo episode of Gen X Amplified, I discuss why developing your brand is essential - even before you think about marketing, social media, etc. And, I break down what I consider to be the 5 key elements of what defines a brand.
As an entrepreneur or even a marketer - you should not put all t...
2015-11-1725 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter023: Scott Monty on Social Media Strategy and Thought LeadershipAs a leader in today's marketplace, you must be able to understand why new media platforms, including content marketing, and especially social media are very critical to your business success.
On this episode of Gen X Amplified, we are joined by someone who is very much considered a quintessential marketing leader and social media expert. The one and only Scott Monty is here to discuss his journey from becoming the global head of social media for Ford Motor Company, to his current role as an entrepreneur - launching his own strategic consultancy, Scott Monty Strategies.
Sco...
2015-11-1047 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter022: Lamar and Ronnie Tyler on Building an International Brand and MovementThe process of starting a business can be both challenging and rewarding. But what about starting a business with your spouse and growing that business into a world recognized niche brand and movement.
On this very special episode of Gen X Amplified, we not only have just one guest - but for the first time ever, we are speaking with a dynamic married couple - Lamar Tyler and Ronnie Tyler from the very popular blog: BlackandMarriedWithKids.com.
Lamar Tyler and Ronnie Tyler are the husband-and-wife power pair behind the very popular and internationally reco...
2015-11-0341 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter021: Gretchen Rubin on Habits and Being Better Than BeforeFor many of us, maintaining good habits can be both rewarding and challenging. Also, as we approach the end of one year and the start of another - living a happier and more successful life is without a doubt one our biggest goals. On this episode of Gen X Amplified, we have someone who is perhaps considered the "queen of habits and happiness", New York Times bestselling author, Gretchen Rubin. She is here to discuss her latest book, aptly titled Better Than Before: Mastering the Habits of Everyday Life, and to share some awesome insights on the...
2015-10-2749 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter020: Goal Setting and Your Five-Year 2020 VisionAre you starting to think about your goals for next year? Have you thought about what your life should be like 5-years from now? Well, now is the time to really start planning, not just your goals for next year, but also your life and business in five years. What is your 2020 vision?
To help dive more into this topic, I am introducing the very first solo episode of Gen X Amplified! This time, it's just me having a conversation with you on this very important and relevant topic, especially for Gen Xers. And, I will also pr...
2015-10-2329 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter019: Todd Henry on Becoming Louder Than Words with Your Unique VoiceHow do you really set yourself apart this noisy and crowded world? And how do you do work that is truly remarkable? The key is to develop an authentic voice.
To help us better understand to power of developing your unique voice - we are thrilled to have speaker, author, and podcaster, Todd Henry here on Gen X Amplified to discuss his latest best-selling book, Louder Than Words: Harness the Power of your Authentic Voice.
Todd Henry spends his time teaching leaders and organizations how to establish practices that lead to everyday brilliance.
...
2015-10-2041 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter018: Michael Port on How to Steal the Show and Own the Moment in LifeAre you hoping to become a better public speaker, or motivate and persuade others more effectively as a leader? Then get ready for a "master class" about performance - not on stage or the screen. But how to perform on the stage of "life". That's because NY Times best-selling author, personal branding expert, and former professional actor Michael Port is joining us on Gen X Amplified to discuss his latest and greatest book - Steal The Show. Michael Port is absolutely a force to be reckoned with, especially when it comes to public speaking, coaching...
2015-10-1346 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter017: Michael O'Neal on Being a Solopreneur and Proudly UnemployableDo you want to live a life of time freedom, location freedom, and financial freedom? Then you will be excited for this episode of Gen X Amplified, and our featured guest Michael O'Neal, the Founder and Host of the very successful podcast, The Solopreneur Hour.
My featured guest is someone who has definitely bounced back from challenges in his life, but is now CRUSHING it as an entrepreneur.
Michael O'Neal is the founder and host of the award-winning and much acclaimed business and entertainment podcast, The Solopreneur Hour. His podcast has already has more th...
2015-10-0957 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter016: Jay Papasan on The ONE Thing That Matters Most in Business and LifeAre you struggling with multitasking and prioritizing your most important projects - especially when it seems there are so many things to get done? Then you need to stop and focus on this particular episode, and our featured guest Jay Papasan, the co-author of The ONE Thing.
Jay Papasan, is the Vice President of publishing and Executive Editor at KellerINK, the publishing arm of Keller Williams Realty. He is best known for co-writing with his mentor, Gary Keller, a few best-selling books, including The Millionaire Real Estate Investor, which became a New York Times best-seller.
But the...
2015-10-061h 04
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter015: Lucrecer Braxton on Photography, Podcasting, and Serving OthersWhat do you get when you combine the ingredients of a prolific photographer, passionate podcaster, public speaker, and a magnificent mom? You get Lucrecer Braxton. And I'm absolutely thrilled to feature her as our guest on this episode of Gen X Amplified.
Lucrecer Braxton is an award-winning photographer, vlogger, and "mixed-media" artist. She has been a photographer for over 15 years and has had plenty of photos and original art published in books and magazines.
As an experienced speaker, Lucrecer has graced the stage at many conferences, and has led workshops on relationship building, photography, blogging, and...
2015-10-0257 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter014: Steven Essa on How to Dominate With WebinarsDid you know that a webinar can be one of the best platforms for you to promote your expertise, build an audience, and quickly generate leads? Well, if you didn't then you're in for a treat, because we have the world-renowned webinar guru, Steven Essa, on this informative episode of Gen X Amplified.
Steven Essa is known internationally as the “Make Money with Webinars Expert.” He was raised in the western-suburbs of Sydney, Australia by hard working immigrant parents. Steven now excites audiences in Australia, the UK, USA, UAE, Ireland, Switzerland, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Cyprus, Singapore...
2015-09-2948 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter013: Lee Caraher on Millennials and Management in the WorkplaceIf you are ready for an episode of Gen X Amplified when we have a big-time generational conversation about millennials- then this is the one! That's because our featured guest is Lee Caraher, who is millennial champion, and sometimes affectionately called the millennial whisperer.
Lee Caraher is an entrepreneur and CEO with over 20 years experience building great, high producing inter-generational work teams that get a lot done, and have fun at the same time.
An acclaimed communication strategist known for her practical solutions to big problems - Lee founded her company, Double Forte in...
2015-09-241h 01
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter012: Jason Swenk on Building Systems and Niching Down your Target MarketAre you looking for actionable tips on how to successfully run a business and target the right audience? Then you definitely want to tune-in to our featured guest - Jason Swenk. That's because we are going to chat about some key strategies to build the right systems in your business, and why you should scale down to your ideal target market. Remember...the riches are in the niches!
Jason Swenk states that he has "special" business and marketing powers. His mission? To save the galaxy - one business at a time.
Jason is a professional spe...
2015-09-2137 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter011: Chris Ducker on Personal Branding, Outsourcing, and Becoming a YoupreneurOkay, this is a very valuable - but very fun episode! Get ready to get great insights on virtual teams, the power of personal branding, and why you should build the business of "you." Our featured guest is my buddy Chris Ducker, who is joining us all the way from his home in the Philippines!
Chris Ducker is widely known as the "Virtual CEO." He is a serial entrepreneur, keynote speaker, podcaster, blogger, and now a frequent periscoper, He is also the creator and host of the Tropical Think Tank annual mastermind event.
Chris is the best-s...
2015-09-1756 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter010: C. C. Chapman on Content Marketing and Making Amazing Things HappenSo if you want a deep lesson on everything content marketing and storytelling - then you're definitely listening to the right episode. That's because we are thrilled to have the one and only C.C. Chapman join us for our tenth episode of Gen X Amplified.
C.C. Chapman is a prolific speaker, author, content storyteller, podcaster, and consultant. Over the years he has worked with many corporate clients including Nike, American Eagle Outfitters, Coca-Cola, and HBO.
He is the best-selling author of two value-packed books: Content Rules: How to Create Killer Blogs, Podcasts, Videos, Ebo...
2015-09-1451 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter009: Corinna Essa on Social Media Best Practices for your BusinessIn this current crowded marketplace, it has never been more important to use the power of social media to break through the clutter, and engage with your target audience. Well on this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with one of the leading social media experts in the world, Corinna Essa.
Corinna Essa is internationally known as the go-to person when it comes to social media marketing.
She was raised in Greece and at the age of 17, traveled to London to study television production, only to have her dreams shattered as she discovered the very...
2015-09-1039 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter008: John Lee Dumas on Podcasting and Finding your Zone of GeniusWanna hear about podcasting from someone who has not only transformed the medium, but also found his perfect niche and teaches others how to do the same? Well on this episode, we are chatting with the one and only "Podmaster" himself, John Lee Dumas.
John Lee Dumas is the Founder and Host of Entrepreneur On Fire (EOFire), an award winning podcast that reveals the journey of today's most inspiring entrepreneurs - 7 days a week, which is the first of its kind. Also, his podcast alone generates over $250,000 a month in revenue. Wow.
With over 1 million uni...
2015-09-0724 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter007: Mike "Ambassador" Bruny on Having No More Reasonable Doubt in your CareerThis is the episode where we are really going in deep on how to overcome that awful feeling self-doubt in your professional career, and become a better leader.
On this episode of Gen X Amplified we are having a highly valuable chat with Mike "Ambassador" Bruny, of No More Reasonable Doubt.
Mike is speaker, certified life coach, and author of the book 30 Days of Hip-Hop Affirmations to Change Your Life. He has been a champion for others to build their personal brand, and is also a familiar face at conferences, helping attendees build better relationships through th...
2015-09-0346 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter006: Holly Homer on Kids, Blogging, and Growing a Million Facebook FansIf you love kids, and want to hear about how to turn your passion into a home-based business that also dominates on Facebook, then you'll love this episode.
On this episode of Gen X Amplified we are having a great chat with with Holly Homer, of kidsactivitiesblog.com.
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Holly is a "social media obsessed" entrepreneur, wife, mother, and the co-owner of the popular website kidsactivitiesblog.com. She also runs the website's Facebook page ,which is called Quirky Momma. What is fascinating about their Facebook page is t...
2015-08-3159 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter005: Hal Elrod on the Miracle of a Morning RoutineIf you want to jumpstart your day with a better mindset, and if you are a recovering night owl - then this episode is especially for you!
That’s because we are chatting with Hal Elrod, the #1 best-selling author of the book “The Miracle Morning: The Not-So Obvious Secret …. Guaranteed To Transform Your Life…Before 8AM.”
Hal, who is also known as “Yo Pal Hal”, is a keynote speaker, author, coach, and the host of the “Achieve Your Goals” podcast.
He is here on Gen X Amplified to talk about how you can positively change every area of your life, just by simply changing the way y...
2015-08-2440 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter004: Rich Brooks on Becoming a Change Agent through Digital MarketingDo you wanna know more about digital marketing? Then you’ve come to the right episode.
Our guest, Rich Brooks, is a digital marketing expert, that oversees a web design and online marketing firm out of Portland, Maine called Flyte New Media.
He is a nationally recognized speaker and content creator, who has been featured on CNN.com, the Huffington Post, Inc. magazine and many other publications.
Rich is also the founder of the Agents of Change Digital Marketing Conference - which is in its 4th year, he just relaunched his Agents of Change podcast.
On this episode, Rich and I chat ab...
2015-08-2432 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter003: Paul C. Brunson on Entrepreneurship, Relationships, and Focusing on SelfPaul C. Brunson is an entrepreneur, television host, speaker, social media guru, and a life coach. He is the founder of the top rated international matchmaking and coaching agency, the PCB Agency. And the author of the best-selling book “It’s Complicated, But it doesn’t Have to Be: A Modern Guide to Finding and Keeping Love”.
He is also host of the current host of “Our World with Black Enterprise”, and the host and creator of the very popular #MentorMonday series on the Spreecast platform. There he interviews successful entrepreneurs and thought-leaders sharing practical advice for your big dreams.
During this episode, Paul...
2015-08-2456 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter002: Dorie Clark on How to Stand Out and Build a FollowingMy guest today is a marketing strategist, branding expert, professional speaker, consultant, and a frequent contributor to a few publications you may have heard of…such as Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and Entrepreneur.
She was in fact recognized in Forbes as one of the “25 Professional Networking Experts to watch in 2015."
She is the author of two bestselling books - - Reinventing You: Define Your brand, Imagine Your Future, and also her most recent book Stand Out: How to Find Your Breakthrough Idea, and Build a Following Around It.
Key Highlights From This Episode:
Her fascinating story and journey to a successful...
2015-08-2438 min
Gen X Amplified with Adrion Porter001: Chris Brogan on Generational Leadership in a New Media WorldIf you are looking to maximize your impact and influence especially in this new media world, then you can look no further than from this episode's awesome guest. For the Gen X Amplified inaugural episode, we kick things off right with a chat with the one and only Chris Brogan. Chris is the CEO of Owner Media Group, a sought after public speaker, and the New York Times bestselling author of eight books, and currently working on his forthcoming book: Insider: Strategies and Secrets for Business Growth in the Age of Distractions. Chris has consulted with the biggest brands you...
2015-08-2028 min