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The Bottom Line with Nicholas KusmichThe Bottom Line with Nicholas KusmichWhat Matters Most - An Interview With MMT Founder Jayson GaignardJayson Gaignard is the Founder of MMT Community, an exclusive, invitation-only network for entrepreneurs established in 2013. Recognized by Forbes as a "Top Networker to Watch," Jayson has curated events featuring prominent speakers such as Tim Ferriss and James Altucher. Originally known as Mastermind Talks (MMT), the community has since evolved into MMT Community. His work has been featured in publications like Entrepreneur Magazine and Business Insider, and he hosts the Community Made podcast, focusing on business and relationship building. In this episode… Success in business is often measured by profit, but what if the true bo...2025-02-2559 minLean MarketingLean MarketingNetworking Doesn't Have to Be Icky (And How to Prove It) with Jayson GaignardStop collecting business cards and start building real relationships. In this episode, you'll learn how to connect with people of influence and VIPs, even if you're not a big name yourself. Allan Dib sits down with Jayson Gaignard, the founder of Mastermind Talks (MMT), an exclusive community for entrepreneurs, and the author of Mastermind Dinners: The playbook for transforming your business and life over amazing dinners, to uncover the secrets of authentic networking. Jayson reveals how he built MMT into a world-renowned event and shares his unique approach to fostering genuine connections. He provides a practical framework...2024-12-0541 minThe Ronan Levy PodcastThe Ronan Levy PodcastJayson Gaignard: How To Create Meaningful Connections Jayson Gaignard is the Founder and Head Curator of MMT (MastermindTalks), one of the world’s most exclusive communities for entrepreneurs.The invite-only MMT community has a lower acceptance rate than Harvard University and brings together brilliant minds from various industries for networking, targeted troubleshooting, and community building.Jayson’s work has been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes, Life Hacker, Business Insider, and as part of Tim Ferriss' New York Times bestseller Tools of Titans but I really brought him on to have an excuse to go deeper with my c...2024-10-031h 23Neuro Performance By Andy MurphyNeuro Performance By Andy Murphy427: Unlocking the Power of Networking with Dr Jennifer K. Zimmons | Neuro Performance PodcastWelcome to another exciting episode of the Neuro Performance podcast with your host, Andy Murphy! (FAVORITE GUESTS:  3 Million + downloads: Mathew Knowles (Beyonce's dad), UFC Bruce Buffer, Dennis Mckenna, Tony Jeffries, Matt Gallant, Nick Onken, Sanjiv Chopra (Deepaks brother) This episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration for anyone looking to elevate their networking game and achieve greater success in their professional endeavors. Listen now and don't miss out on this valuable conversation! Visit andymurphy. online to select your favorite platform or watch the full interview on YouTube. While you're there, be sure t...2024-07-301h 0618 Summers: Podcast for Parents18 Summers: Podcast for ParentsFrom Humble Beginnings to Remarkable Success with Jayson and Kandis GaignardJayson and Kandis Gaignard join us to discuss their personal, professional, and family challenges and successes. Stay tuned for more in this episode, as they emphasize the importance of maintaining strong marital practices through meaningful conversation with your partner and establishing a work-life balance.   Key takeaways to listen for The power of innovation to build your base from small beginnings Advantages of balancing work and family life with your spouse  How to hold a meaningful conversation with your partner Why it is essential to foster the right people around you Habits to keep your pa...2022-10-2642 minStay Grounded with Raj JanaStay Grounded with Raj Jana254. Jayson Gaignard: The Impact of Leading with Vulnerability“Vulnerability to me is an expensive gift, and you shouldn't expect it from cheap people.”“I mean, the quality of your life comes down to the quality of relationships. If you want good quality relationships, you have to be able to embrace vulnerability and that uncertainty sometimes.”Jayson Gaignard is a rare breed of entrepreneurial leader because of his willingness to be visible when vulnerable. The old way to succeed was to wear a mask and pretend to have it all figured out. Jayson challenges that paradigm and proves how being vulnerable with others a...2022-10-2552 minBeyond 7 Figures: Build, Scale, ProfitBeyond 7 Figures: Build, Scale, ProfitLessons From Building the Exclusive & Highly-Curated Mastermind Talks Community, with Jayson Gaignard...Ep #144 - In today's podcast episode, I'm joined by Jayson Gaignard, the founder and CEO of MasterMind Talks (MMT), an invite-only and highly exclusive community of top tier entrepreneurs. The MMT community is carefully curated, with the group receiving over 2500 applications per year and an average waiting period of 6 years to get in. The exclusivity of MMT has allowed Jayson to build this community without spending a single dollar on traditional advertising. Jayson likes to say that he's not self-made, but rather "community-made." He believes entrepreneurs are drowning in contacts and starving for community. By creating connections...2022-09-0942 minThe Deep Wealth Podcast - Unlock Your Deep Wealth—In Business and LifeThe Deep Wealth Podcast - Unlock Your Deep Wealth—In Business and LifeJayson Gaignard On Why Massive Success Is Community Made And Not Self Made (#140)Send us a text"Everything's going to be okay." - Jayson GaignardNamed one of Forbes 'Top Networkers to Watch,' Jayson Gaignard founded one of the world’s most exclusive communities for entrepreneurs. With just shy of 19,500 applications since its inception in 2013, the invite-only MMT Community has a lower acceptance rate than Harvard University and brings together brilliant minds from various industries for curated networking, targeted troubleshooting and custom events, both live and remote. Jayson’s work has been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes, Life Hacker, Business Insider, and as part...2022-07-0644 minThe Business of MeetingsThe Business of MeetingsRaising the Bar with Jayson GaignardYou are in for a treat today! We are over the moon to have the phenomenal Jayson Gaignard, the creator of the MMT Community, join us as our guest for the 100th Episode of the Business of Meetings Podcast!  Jayson is an incredibly inspiring individual and fantastic entrepreneur whose name we have often mentioned on the show! In this episode, he tells his motivating story, discusses the value of relationships, and shares the secret to MMT’s success. In addition, he discusses the impact of the pandemic on his business and community and talks about what has driven and mot...2022-02-1345 minI am Driven PodcastI am Driven PodcastEpisode 31: Jayson GaignardJayson Gaignard, founder of Mastermind Talks, joins us on the podcast for a deep discussion about both success and failure. He shares with us the internal battle of finding fulfillment in his work and in his life, as well as his commitment to the one thing that can't be taken from us: our relationships. Coming out of darkness is difficult, but Jayson shares how he was able to get through dropping out of high school, early success in eCommerce, a brush with bankruptcy, and the fledgling days of MMT funded by his personal bank account. The importance of surrounding...2022-02-0252 minBiz Book Pub Hub PodcastBiz Book Pub Hub PodcastOTS 251: Alignment of Strengths - Jayson GaignardToday’s guest is not self-made… he’s Community Made. He has a strong desire to "rise the tide" for everyone and is passionate about supporting community builders who focus their energy on under-resourced communities. Named one of Forbes “Top Networkers to Watch” he founded one of the world’s most exclusive communities for entrepreneurs. With just shy of 19,500 applications since its inception in 2013, the invite-only MastermindTalks Community has a lower acceptance rate than Harvard University. MMT Community brings together brilliant minds from various industries for curated networking, targeted troubleshooting, and custom live and virtual events. 2021-06-2047 min#REALTALK with Cherry Rose Tan#REALTALK with Cherry Rose Tan07 | Jayson Gaignard: Turning Your Life AroundIn today’s episode, we have the wonderful Jayson Gaignard, Founder of MastermindTalks, an invitation-only community for the top entrepreneurs in the world. Jayson shares his intimate and unconventional journey around entrepreneurship, starting with a personal concierge business. While he tasted commercial success, this was a business that he did not enjoy at all. In 2011, this business went downhill, leaving Jayson newly married with a six-month-old daughter and a $250,000 dollars in debt. Grappling with suicidal thoughts, Jayson managed to pull himself back together just in time. He talks about the various emotions that raced through hi...2020-06-0945 minLeveling Up with Eric SiuLeveling Up with Eric SiuHow Entrepreneur Jayson Gaignard Went from $250K in Debt to Hosting an $84K Event with Tim Ferriss Hey everyone! In today’s episode, I share the mic with Jayson Gaignard who is a Canadian entrepreneur, super-connector, author and founder of Mastermind Talks (MMT), an invitation-only conference for entrepreneurs. Tune in to hear how Jayson pulled off an $84,000 opportunity to host an event with Tim Ferriss, how you should be hosting successful masterminds and how Jayson reaps the many ROI benefits from strong relationships he’s nurtured. Click here for show notes and transcript Leave Some Feedback: What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on Twit...2020-02-0146 minLeveling Up with Eric SiuLeveling Up with Eric SiuHow Entrepreneur Jayson Gaignard Went from $250K in Debt to Hosting an $84K Event with Tim Ferriss Hey everyone! In today’s episode, I share the mic with Jayson Gaignard who is a Canadian entrepreneur, super-connector, author and founder of Mastermind Talks (MMT), an invitation-only conference for entrepreneurs. Tune in to hear how Jayson pulled off an $84,000 opportunity to host an event with Tim Ferriss, how you should be hosting successful masterminds and how Jayson reaps the many ROI benefits from strong relationships he’s nurtured. Click here for show notes and transcript Leave Some Feedback: What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on Twit...2020-02-0145 minPsychology of EntrepreneurshipPsychology of Entrepreneurship9. Volume: Jayson Gaignard: The Leaders TribeAsking for help can be difficult, and going it alone is certainly an underlying trait for many entrepreneurs. The truth is that, when it comes to real success, nobody does it alone - ‘self-made’ is just a myth.  Welcome to The Psychology of Entrepreneurship, a candid and revealing series that follows Ronsley Vaz and his guests, as they strive to unravel the inner workings of the entrepreneurial mind and explain why even the most successful among us experience Imposter Syndrome.   If you are someone who is holding back, feeling unworthy of your success or questioning your co...2019-11-0738 minThe Community Builder ShowThe Community Builder ShowHow to Be Community Made and Manage Relationships Using Dunbar's Number with Mastermind Talks Founder Jayson GaignardHost Travis King of the Community Builder Podcast talks with Jayson Gaignard, Connector of Fascinating Entrepreneurs, Founder and Talent Scout at MMT.Community, Host at CommunityMade.com, and Author about getting connected, staying connected, prioritizing your networking, and the value of mastermind meetups.  Episode Highlights:   ●     Jayson Gaignard shares where he is from and his upbringing.  ●     What was the moment when he first got started?  ●     How have his events expanded and grown? ●     What do some of the underdog...2019-10-2900 minThe Community Builder ShowThe Community Builder ShowHow to Be Community Made and Manage Relationships Using Dunbar's Number with Mastermind Talks Founder Jayson GaignardHost Travis King of the Community Builder Podcast talks with Jayson Gaignard, Connector of Fascinating Entrepreneurs, Founder and Talent Scout at MMT.Community, Host at CommunityMade.com, and Author about getting connected, staying connected, prioritizing your networking, and the value of mastermind meetups. Episode Highlights: ●     Jayson Gaignard shares where he is from and his upbringing. ●     What was the moment when he first got started? ●     How have his events expanded and gr...2019-10-2944 minInside The Greenroom | AYRInside The Greenroom | AYR15.The ROI of Relationships with Jayson GaignardConnect with us! Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com Email: info@insidethegreenroompodcast.com Welcome Jayson Gaignard, the Founder of Mastermind Talks, inside the Greenroom! Jayson has built an incredible, invitation-only mastermind that gets 15,000 applications a year. 15,000 applications - for ONLY 150 spots. How? By investing in relationships. In this episode, he breaks down how he curates every detail to create a powerful event. And if you’re a speaker – inside this episode you’ll see why you should speak at and ATTEND curated Masterminds! At ONE Mastermind Talk event, I met JJ Virgin...2019-08-081h 04Bright Entrepreneur PodcastBright Entrepreneur Podcast53 Jayson Gaignard: The Power of ConnectionThis episode is really special because Jamie got to talk to Jayson Gaignard whose podcast Community Made she's been following for some time now and HIGHLY recommends! Learning how to really connect with other people is something that's critical in life and also in growing your personal brand. Jayson shares his insights in this interview. There are so many ways to grow community!   Need a Personal Brand Photographer? Check out Jamie's list of personally vetted photographers by clicking here!    If you enjoyed this episode, please follow Jamie: 2019-07-0755 minInspiring LivesInspiring LivesJayson Gaignard - Building Community, Dealing with Pressure, and Investing in the Right RelationshipsJayson Gaignard is a Canadian entrepreneur, networking specialist, and author who founded Mastermind Talks, an invitation-only conference for entrepreneurs, in 2013. Jayson dropped out of high school at the age of 17 and began working as an auto mechanic. In 2004, Jayson founded VIP Services Inc., a Toronto-based full-service concierge company. The company evolved into an online ticket seller and changed its name to Tickets Canada, which generated $5 million in annual sales. On this Episode of Inspiring Lives, Jason Gaignard spends time discussing his MasterMind Program, what makes an “entrepreneur” successful, taking risks, identifying your purpose, creating community and...2019-04-2200 minElevate with Robert GlazerElevate with Robert GlazerJayson Gaignard On Investing In Authentic RelationshipsJayson Gaignard is the founder of Mastermind Talks, one of the world's most exclusive, invite-only events for entrepreneurs. He’s also the author of Mastermind Dinners and host of the Community Made podcast.Show Notes Why Jayson decided to start his first business. The evolution of Jayson’s entrepreneurial journey and how it led him to start networking with other entrepreneurs. The event that inspired Mastermind Talks (MMT). How Jayson got Tim Ferriss to speak at his first Mastermind Talks Event. Jayson’s approach to scaling the quality of MMT attendees. Why MMT is known for being...2019-03-1246 minEpic Real Estate InvestingEpic Real Estate InvestingForget Real Estate! Invest in THIS Instead. with Jayson Gaignard | 604Jayson Gaignard came to the show to share why a self-made strategy is a myth and to advise you how to create and maintain those worthwhile relationships that can be of great value to your business. Listen and learn why you should keep your word and invest in relationships, how he runs his business, and why you should focus on the quality rather than quantity of relationships.2019-03-0733 minEpic Real Estate InvestingEpic Real Estate InvestingForget Real Estate! Invest in THIS Instead. with Jayson GaignardJayson Gaignard came to the show to share why a self-made strategy is a myth and to advise you how to create and maintain those worthwhile relationships that can be of great value to your business. A creator of Mastermind Talks and Community Made Podcast, Jayson has abundant personal and professional experience in communications and relationship building. Listen and learn why you should keep your word and invest in relationships, how he runs his business, and why you should focus on the quality rather than quantity of relationships.2019-03-0700 minBusiness Done Differently with Jesse ColeBusiness Done Differently with Jesse Cole163: Building Meaningful Connections: The Journey Of The Greatest Connector with Jayson GaignardNever did anyone go wrong with building relationships and meaningful connections. Jayson Gaignard, known as The Greatest Connector, hosts the most exclusive events called the Mastermind Talks (MMT) where he connects and brings brilliant minds together. Jayson shares his amazing journey to success – from a soaring business to being buried in debt. Find out how Jayson was able to rise up again to claim a newfound victory by building connections. 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Here’s How » Join the Business Done Differently community today: findyouryellowtux.com Business Done Differently Facebook Business Done Differently Twitter Busine...2019-03-0654 minPhD Transition Report On-DemandPhD Transition Report On-DemandWhat Smart PhDs Do At ConferencesDo you know how to network effectively at conferences?Have you ever wondered how to build long-term professional relationships?In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we discuss how you can make the most out of attending conferences by shifting your approach.Our awesome guest this week is Jayson Gaignard, a Talent Scout and Curator at MMT and host of The Community Made Podcast.Jayson truly understands the power of his network, his community, and discusses how you can invest in and benefit from your network during your job search and...2018-08-1639 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeS2E17 - The Superconnector's Playbook: A Conversation with Scott Gerber and Ryan Paugh“I think anyone can be a great, great superconnector whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert.” - Ryan Paugh Click to Tweet   In today’s episode I sit down with the Superconnectors themselves, Scott Gerber and Ryan Paugh. Scott and Ryan founded the YEC, an invite-only organization for entrepreneurs under 40 back in 2010, which quickly became one of the most elite organizations of its kind. Since then they have partnered on virtually everything they have done from founding a service-based company to The Forbes Leaderships Councils.     I had the pleasure to sit down...2018-05-211h 25Community MadeCommunity MadeThe Six Ways to Invest In Relationships“If I could buy people at what they think they're worth, and sell them at their true value, I’d be filthy rich.“ Jayson Gaignard Click to Tweet Amazing people become more amazing over time and you just can’t predict who someone will become or what they will go on to accomplish in their life. So if you’re looking to build a world class network, if you appreciate the power of proximity and want to build a solid group of peers, then find people who are undervalued, under-appreciated, who show great potential, and double dow...2018-05-1732 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadePrioritizing Relationships: How to Design a World Class Network“If you want a world class network, you need to invest in world class people.” Jayson Gaignard Click to Tweet   I’m a firm believer that all problems can be solved with the right peer group. That being said, if you’re looking to build a world class network then you got to go wide in your networking and narrow in your nurturing.   In this episode I share action-oriented strategies for building an incredibly peer group regardless of whether you’re just starting out or already established as a community catalyst within your...2018-05-1438 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeMaking the Most of Mentorships with Todd HermanIf you want to be great at something, find someone who’s the best at it and learn from them.” -Todd Herman   Full disclosure: I am a huge Todd Herman fan. I met Todd during one of the darkest times of my life, and my connection to him has had a substantial positive impact. This man owns real estate in my mind when it comes to mentorship, and for good reason. His digital book, The Definitive Guide on Finding & Becoming a Mentor is the most underrated piece of literature on the subject I have ever read...2018-05-101h 11Community MadeCommunity MadeHow to Learn from Mentors Instead of Mistakes: Navigating the Ins and Outs of Mentorship“The best mentors know this: Instead of giving answers, they ask better questions. Instead of speaking in absolutes, they offer points of view. Instead of giving direct advice, they share their first hand experience.” Jayson Gaignard Click to Tweet   Looking backwards on my career, I can honestly say that I wouldn’t be where I am without the guidance of a few great mentors that took me under their wing. I have learned that you’re never too old to have a mentor, you’ll need different mentors at different stages in your life and career, and...2018-05-0738 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeBuilding Communities That Scale: From Small Retreats to Large Summit Events with Alexis Dean & Giovanni Marsico”I was feeling a little bit isolated in my entrepreneurial journey and I just wanted to build a circle of people.” Alexis Dean Click to Tweet In this episode of Community Made I sit down with two uber-catalysts, Giovanni Marsico and Alexis Dean. Giovanni is the founder of Archangel Summit, Archangel Academy and Archangel Masters, a trifecta designed to support mission-driven entrepreneurs, help socially oriented startups fund their dreams, and connect global leaders in cause-driven enterprise through annual gatherings. Alexis is the founder of Dovetail Summit, a curated global community of high performing female founders who gather at i...2018-05-011h 37Community MadeCommunity MadeHosting New York’s Top Influencers with Selena Soo and Chris WinfieldToday I sit down with publicity powerhouses Selena Soo and Chris Winfield to discuss how their “divide and conquer” mentality has enabled them to host dinners for some of NYC’s top media influencers. Reviewer of the week: Mary Dooley   Select Links and References Elite Retreat Impacting Millions Unfair Advantage   People mentioned in this episode: Derek Halpern Dan Martell Todd Herman John Corcoran Clay Hebert Neil Patell Jeffrey Zurofsky Mi...2018-04-301h 10Community MadeCommunity MadeS2E10 - The Business of Relationships: An Interview with Zvi Band and Derek Coburn“If you’re not acting consistently, then any strategy you try to implement will be useless” - Zvi Band Click to Tweet   How do you successfully implement a relationship strategy that nurtures key connections and takes them to the next level? In this episode of the Community Made Podcast, Derek Coburn and Zvi Band about best practices for building a killer network from scratch. Derek founded Cadre, which is a relationship-oriented, invitation-only community of successful business owners. And Zvi Band is the CEO of Contactually, which is essentially a relationship-based CRM system. I use the...2018-04-251h 01Community MadeCommunity MadeBreaking Bread and Building Relationships with Dan Martell & Sol Orwell“I do dinners selfishly because I’m fascinated… I just have an addiction to being around people who are passionate about what they’re creating in the world. Period.” - Dan Martell   In this episode of Community Made I sit down with my dear friends Sol Orwell and Dan Martell to talk about their signature styles of hosting catalyst dinners in their own communities. The three of us discuss everything you need to consider to become an excellent host. From best practices for invitations, to seating assignments, venue selection, tips for facilitating great dinner conversations and so much...2018-04-231h 12Community MadeCommunity MadeS2E8 - Becoming a Catalyst: How to Host Dinners & Unique Live ExperiencesI’m a firm believer that all problems can be solved with the right peer group. Hosting dinners and unique live experiences is my favourite way to seed new relationships and re-invest in existing ones. To date I’ve done hundreds of dinners in cities all over North America but in full transparency, I was a complete wreck while planning my first dinner so many years ago. In this episode of Community Made I’m going to share some of the key takeaways from my book Mastermind Dinners: Build Lifelong Relationships by Connecting Experts, Influencers, and Linchpins and pr...2018-04-191h 00Community MadeCommunity MadeS2E7 - An Intimate Q&A with the Legendary Shep Gordon“It wasn’t about being a great musician. It was about irritating the parents as much as we could”  Shep Gordon Click to Tweet This is a very special conversation for me. Leveraging many of the principles shared in the previous "reaching the unreachable" episode, I connected (and ultimately fostered a great relationship) with the legendary Shep Gordon. A man who's name is synonymous with Film, Music, and the Culinary Arts. He's known by GQ magazine as the unfamous man who made everyone famous, and in this episode you'll discover why. Be prepared for one...2018-04-161h 29Community MadeCommunity MadeS2E6 - Reaching the Unreachable: Befriending Celebrities, Business Leaders, and Billionaires“One thing I’ve learned over the years is that people will reward effort. The success of your outreach is often in direct proportion to the amount of effort you put into it.” Click to Tweet Connecting with big names is more of an art than a science and in today’s episode I’m going to talk you through 3 real life examples of reaching the unreachable to dissect the strategies used in each case to make those connections finally happen. If you listen carefully, you’ll discover ways to cut through the noise, how to work with...2018-04-1256 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeS2E5 - How to Connect at Conferences with Vanessa Van Edwards & UJ Ramdas“I have been able to build a lot of relationships with speakers and mentors – not by being the most exciting person in the room – but by being the most attentive person in the room” – Vanessa Van Edwards Click to Tweet Vanessa Van Edwards went from struggling with social interactions in college to becoming the recognized expert on relationship building communication skills and author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People. In this episode I sit down with Vanessa and UJ Ramdas, the creator of the Five Minute Journal to discuss tips and strategies for building meani...2018-04-091h 16Community MadeCommunity MadeS2E4 - Ditch the Pitch: How to Craft the Perfect Introduction with Clay Hebert“What’s funny is why we get introductions wrong. We either never get taught how to do it, or we learn this stupid thing called the elevator pitch.” ~ Clay Hebert Click to Tweet A good introduction should engage you, draw you in, and leave you wanting more. It’s not a slogan or a sales attempt, and if it comes across like one it will turn people off. If your nervous, unprepared, or a little too aggressive you not only compromise what you’re saying but how you’re saying it.   The good news is that how you...2018-04-0557 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeS2E3 - An Event Networking Guide (for Introverts)  “Anybody I know who really makes the most out of live experiences, judges an event not by the content, but by the potential connections.” Click to Tweet Events have the power to deliver a disproportionate amount of value for the amount investment made. Almost every time someone has helped me overcome an obstacle, opened a door of opportunity, or made a profound introduction, it’s been someone that I originally connected with at a live event. Investing your time, money, and energy into attending events is an absolutely critical part of building new relationships and growing your network...2018-04-021h 11Community MadeCommunity MadeS2E2 - Even Leaders Need a Tribe: The Power of Peers“You can't change the people around you, but you can change the people you are around. Who you surround yourself with is who you become, so choose wisely.“ ~ Jayson Gaignard Click to Tweet Studies prove time and again that strong relationships are the key to lifelong health and wellbeing, yet in today’s digital age we are drowning in contacts and absolutely starved for genuine connection to other people. Entrepreneurs, who already tend to be socially isolated due to the demands of their professional lives, are particularly susceptible to depression and the detrimental effects of lacking social connec...2018-03-2927 minThe Mike Dillard PodcastThe Mike Dillard PodcastStarting Over And Risking It All… with Jayson Gaignard By the age of 26 Jayson Gaignard had already built a multi-million dollar business, but there was only one problem… It was draining his soul, and he hated every minute of it. So as a new husband and father with a 6 month old daughter, he walked away. He was $250,000 in debt, had zero income, and no idea what to do with his life. The biggest question he needed to answer at the time was whether or not he should file for bankruptcy. Within a few months he found a new source of inspiration for his ne...2018-03-2654 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeS2E1 - Your Network is your Net Worth: The ROI of Relationships “You can’t connect the dots looking forward, you just need to trust that they will somehow connect.” Steve Jobs   In 2011 I attended an invite only event hosted by Tim Ferriss geared towards authors who wanted to become New York Times Best Sellers. I had no desire to write a book at the time, but with a price tag of $10k USD, I had a strong feeling that there was bound to be some interesting people in attendance. That event fundamentally changed the trajectory of my life.   In this episode I share...   - Why you never know the value of your rela...2018-03-2627 minCrowdfunding Uncut | Kickstarter| Indiegogo | Where Entrepreneurs Get FundedCrowdfunding Uncut | Kickstarter| Indiegogo | Where Entrepreneurs Get FundedThe Founder of Mastermind Talks Shares the Importance of Investing in Relationships - Jayson GaignardIf there’s one area of business all entrepreneurs and crowdfunders need to understand, it’s the art and science of investing in relationships. On this episode of Crowdfunding Uncut, Khierstyn interviews Jayson Gaignard, founder of Mastermind Talks, about the story behind the Talks, how he maintains influential relationships with his network, and the best questions to ask to spark great conversations. You don’t want to miss Jayson’s passionate insights, and your network will greatly benefit from hearing his advice. The fascinating story behind how Jayson overcame threats of bankruptcy and founded Mastermind Talks After...2018-03-0600 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeStrategies for Building a World Class Network: An Interview with Jayson Gaignard“I’ve been doubling down on relationships for the last 4 years and I’ve never felt more fulfilled, I’ve never been in a better financial position. To me it’s the safest, wisest investment you can make.”  Jayson Gaignard Click to Tweet Season two of the podcast - How to Grow, Nurture, and Amplify Your Business Relationships - is just a few short weeks away and I figured what better way to introduce the season than this rapid fire, actionable chat with podcasting pro Andrew Youderian. So I’m turning the tables in this Wildcard Wednesday episode of Commu...2018-02-2840 minAchieve Your Goals with Hal ElrodAchieve Your Goals with Hal ElrodLearn How to Build a Community with Jayson GaignardAfter many years earning 22 times the national average income, Jayson Gaignard realized that he wasn’t 22 times happier, so he decided to walk away. He felt stuck on the entrepreneurial hamster wheel, building a business he hated to buy things he didn’t need, to impress people he didn’t necessarily like. While he looked highly successful on the outside, he was completely bankrupt on the inside. Fast forward to today, and Jayson’s life is virtually unrecognizable from what it was only a few short years ago... Praised by Forbes as a “Networker to Watch” in...2018-01-3146 minVoices in the DarkVoices in the DarkJayson Gaignard Interview – From Darkness To LifeJayson Gaignard is one of the best-connected people on the planet. His MasterMind Talks weekend for thought leaders and entrepreneurs is invite-only, rarely allows repeat speakers, and has a lower acceptance rate than Harvard. But how did this self-described introvert who had only two guests at his bachelor party (his brother and brother-in-law) end up becoming one of Forbes magazine's 'Top Networkers To Watch', and personal friends with the likes of Tim Ferriss, Robert Greene, Ryan Holiday, and James Altucher? It started in darkness. In 2012, Jayson hit rock-bottom: a quarter of a million in debt...2018-01-191h 03Community MadeCommunity MadeHow to Build Instant Rapport: A Conversation with James Altucher and A.J. JacobsIn this very special Wildcard Wednesday episode it is my privilege to sit down James Altucher and A.J. Jacobs to discuss the art of the interview. James is the host of the top rated podcast The James Altucher Show and best-selling author of over 17 books including Choose Yourself and The Power of No. He’s also a contributing writer to publications like the The Wall Street Journal and Forbes. A.J. is a contributing editor for Esquire, commentator on NPR, and the author of six books including New York Times bestseller, My Year of Living Biblically and his la...2018-01-171h 11The Make More Marbles ShowThe Make More Marbles Show52. The Master Connector and Why the Biggest Heart Wins: Jayson Gaignard Talks World Class NetworkingTime stamped show notes: [0:25] About Jayson: his book (Mastermind Dinners) and his events (Mastermind Talks) [1:57] He grew his business to $7M a year for over 4 years without outside investment. [2:06] He was pursuing the 4-hour work week, started to question to his life, and decided to sell his business. [4:29] He started having mastermind dinners. [5:06] He didn’t begin charging for the dinners. He was paying for them out of pocket. [5:29] Had an opportunity to do a dinner with Tim Ferriss [8:28] “Ignorance, confidence, and hard work can go a...2017-12-2049 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeCorporate Gift Giving: 3 Reasons You’re Doing it Wrong“Being exceptional at gift giving is not rocket science, but it does require you to go the extra mile. However when you go the extra mile, it’s never crowded...” ~ Jayson Gaignard Click to Tweet In this very special Holiday Edition of the Community Made podcast I share 3 important reasons why gift giving during the holidays is a big mistake. You’re better off spending your time, money, and energy on gifts that will leave a lasting impression. Consider your colleagues and clients from a Biggest Fan Perspective and learn how to 10x your gift giving e...2017-12-0633 minThe Jeremy Ryan Slate ShowThe Jeremy Ryan Slate Show340: Building a Community and Cultivating Your Network | Jayson GaignardA veteran entrepreneur, Jayson Gaignard is the founder of a top rated business podcast on iTunes, and runs one of the world's most exclusive events for entrepreneurs, Mastermind Talks. His invite-only event brings together brilliant minds like multiple NYT Best Selling Author Tim Ferriss, fashion titan Marc Ecko, biohacker Dave Asprey, and many more... His work has been featured by influential publications like Forbes, Life Hacker, and Business Insider.2017-11-2734 minCYOL with Jeremy Ryan Slate Archive 1CYOL with Jeremy Ryan Slate Archive 1340: Building a Community and Cultivating Your Network | Jayson GaignardA veteran entrepreneur, Jayson Gaignard is the founder of a top rated business podcast on iTunes, and runs one of the world's most exclusive events for entrepreneurs, Mastermind Talks. His invite-only event brings together brilliant minds like multiple NYT Best Selling Author Tim Ferriss, fashion titan Marc Ecko, biohacker Dave Asprey, and many more... His work has been featured by influential publications like Forbes, Life Hacker, and Business Insider.2017-11-2734 minCan I Pick Your Brain?Can I Pick Your Brain?115: How to Become the Most Connected Person in the Room with Jayson GaignardMy guest today went from making 7 million dollars a year in sales to being quarter of a million dollars in debt but that didn’t stop him from pursuing his dreams! Jayson Gaignard is today known as one of the most connected guys on the planet. His invitation only mastermindtalks conference has a lower acceptance rate than Harvard and speakers have included Tim Ferriss, James Altucher, Guy Kawasaki and Gary Vaynerchuk to name a few. &nbsp; He’s also an author and host of the mastermind talks podcast show. &nbsp; As always I have prepared a short rap to i...2017-11-2300 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeS1E9 - Scaling Solo vs. Partnerships with UJ Ramdas & Chris Plough“If you want and need complete control, go solo... But if you’re looking for scale, and massive impact, I believe that partnership is the absolute best way to accomplish scale” Chris Plough The idea of partnering with someone else to scale the business is a non-starter for a lot of entrepreneurs, myself included. But others absolutely swear by it. In this episode my friends Chris Plough (founding partner of MavenWire) and UJ Ramdas (co-founder of Intelligent Change) try to convince me of the many benefits partnerships can have if you’re looking to scale. What you...2017-11-011h 18Community MadeCommunity MadeS1E8 - Master of Scale: Jim Estill’s 99 Consecutive Quarters of Profit“To scale, it’s not what you start doing, it’s what you stop doing… the only way to scale is to give things up.” - Jim Estill In this episode my good friend Saud Juman and I have the privilege of interviewing Jim Estill, one of Canada’s most eccentric and notorious entrepreneurs. This man has invested in over 150 businesses, boasts 99 consecutive quarters of profit, and successfully scaled his first business, which he started out of the trunk of his car, from zero to $2 Billion dollars. In the last couple of years Jim became famous for g...2017-10-241h 32Community MadeCommunity MadeS1E7: The Billionaire Moonshot with Naveen Jain“It takes the same amount of time and energy to solve a small problem as it does a big one, so why not go out and attack a big one?”  - Naveen Jain Click To Tweet Naveen grew up in a small village in India so poor that he and his family rarely had enough food to eat. Today, he’s the billionaire CEO of two game-changing companies: Moon Express, the first company permitted to mine for minerals on the moon and Viome, the health tech startup whose mission is to create a world where sickness is optiona...2017-10-1651 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeS1E6: Legacy, Family & Growing the Business with Tony Gareri and Matt Bertulli“Culture is the DNA or soul of the organization. It’s how the company shows up.” - Tony Gareri  When it comes to scale, culture is king. You can’t successfully scale a business without having established core values to help build your team, and great internal culture to keep them for the long term. Tony Gareri is the CEO of Roma Moulding (http://www.romamoulding.com/), widely considered the gold standard for incredible company culture. Matt Bertulli is right there with him, famously managing to keep 10 of the original 12 employees in his company Demac Media (https://www.demac...2017-10-091h 15Community MadeCommunity MadeS1E5: Lessons From the Edge with Jordan Guernsey“I’m the happiest person with cancer in the world. It’s made me really love my family, it’s really made me appreciate my kids...waking up every single day and seeing the sun, and seeing the mountains and just appreciating that has been phenomenal.” - Jordan Guernsey This is one of my most treasured interviews. In this episode I talk with a dear friend Jordan Guernsey just weeks before he passed away. Jordan was an incredible person, father, and husband who was diagnosed with stage three melanoma cancer while in the midst of scaling his business.2017-10-0256 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeS1E4: Gary Vaynerchuk EQ, Awareness, and the Next Retail BoomI really believe in tripling down on your strengths. I am not a big fan of working on your weaknesses… ~ Gary V.    This episode comes straight from the MMT archives and features the most candid Q&A session Gary Vaynerchuk has ever done, in front of an audience of friends and peers. He goes deep, speaking frankly about his approach to running VaynerMedia and scaling it from 650 to 1,000 people in under a year, how emotional intelligence is his greatest strength, and what he sees as the next big retail boom: Starbucks for meditation. This is what...2017-09-251h 27Thrive: Make Money Matter PodcastThrive: Make Money Matter PodcastJayson Gaignard: Business CardsIn this episode, Jayson Gaignard talks to us about an alternative to using business cards. Do you still use business cards? You might rethink that after this episode. Enjoy! This was filmed at Thrive: Make Money Matter. For more information, please visit www.AttendThrive.com.2017-09-1800 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeThe Perfect Calendar“You don’t need to make a million dollars a year in order to live like a millionaire." - Jayson Gaignard Entrepreneurs are the some of the only people in this world who really have the privilege of true freedom. When done right, entrepreneurship can afford you the freedom of time, the freedom of money, the freedom of relationships and the freedom of purpose. We can create a life to do what we want, when we want, with whoever we want. That is an incredible gift! So why then do most of us live a life...2017-09-1840 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeScaling Is Stupid“There is nothing quite so useless as doing with great efficiency something that should not be done at all.” - Peter Drucker In today’s episode I’m going to challenge what I see as a religion in business... The religion of scale. Scaling has it’s benefits, but has it’s shortcomings as well. I call this a religion because entrepreneurs tend to have very strong attachments to this view point and get very defensive about it.  So what is the Religion of Scale? It’s the belief that success is equal to, or measured solely...2017-09-1839 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeThe Final Countdown“The bad news is that time flies. The good news is you're the pilot.” - Michael Altshuler We often don’t make change in our lives until we reach a point of crisis. I’ve been guilty of this as well. Intellectually we only really get it when we’re staring death in the face or we’re facing short term deep pain. But by then it’s too late... we need to get ahead of it. And everyday life is deceptive, it allows us to believe our time is limitless on some level, but obviously it’s not. Se...2017-09-1817 minCommunity MadeCommunity MadeNot Just Another Podcast...Jayson Gaignard shares how his rock bottom became a solid foundation upon which he rebuilt his life. CommunityMade is a mix of solo episodes, exclusive talks from the MMT library from folks like 4 time NYT Best-Selling Author Tim Ferriss, Social Media Maven Gary Vaynerchuk, and Supermensch himself, the Legendary Shep Gordon, along with intimate conversations with inspiring entrepreneurial friends of his where you could feel like you’re a part of the conversation. Think of this podcast as an all access pass into the lessons, learnings, insights, and wisdom of some of the world’s most...2017-09-1214 minThe Fail On Podcast with Rob Nunnery - Fail Your Way To An Inspired LifeThe Fail On Podcast with Rob Nunnery - Fail Your Way To An Inspired LifeUJ Ramdas, Jayson Gaignard and Chris Plough On Partnerships and Burning The ShipsToday, we have a crazy episode from inside a jeep in the Bahamas with three rotating guests. First, there is UJ Ramdas, co-founder of Intelligent Change and the co-creator of the Productivity Planner and the hugely popular Five Minute Journal. Next, we have Chris Plough who you became familiar with in Episode 011. Chris built, ran, and sold an eight-figure global consulting and hosting company. We also have Jayson Gaignard who you heard from in Episode 001. Jayson is the founder of MastermindTalks and the author of Mastermind Dinners. The first half of the episode will be myself, Chris, and UJ. Jayson...2017-06-0146 minYour Next ChapterYour Next ChapterE.44 - How Three Guys Took a Shot at Their Dream & What Happened"The opposite of fear is love. Love of the challenge. Love of the work. The pure joyous passion to take a shot at our dream and see if we can pull it off." -Steven Pressfield   This episode is a little bit different. Instead of me interviewing a guest, we did a collaborative podcast. What is a collaborative podcast? Well, let me tell you. On this episode, Calvin Simpson, Paul Lam and myself all sit down to tell you about taking a shot at our dreams. In the l...2017-04-2400 minThe Fail On Podcast with Rob Nunnery - Fail Your Way To An Inspired LifeThe Fail On Podcast with Rob Nunnery - Fail Your Way To An Inspired LifeWhy Jayson Gaignard Bought 4,000 Books From Tim Ferriss When He Was Dead BrokeWelcome to the first episode of The Fail On Podcast, where we believe that if you desire to create the life of your dreams then embracing failure by taking urgent and bold action is the only way. Today, we get to learn from none other than Jayson Gaignard, a super connector, the creator of MastermindTalks, and the author of Mastermind Dinners. In this episode, Jayson shares with us his knowledge about elevating your network along with the best and worst ways to find mentorship, how he bought an $84,000 book bundle from Tim Ferriss while being absolutely broke, and how embracing...2017-04-2454 minThe Fail On Podcast with Rob Nunnery - Fail Your Way To An Inspired LifeThe Fail On Podcast with Rob Nunnery - Fail Your Way To An Inspired LifeWhy Jayson Gaignard Bought 4,000 Books From Tim Ferriss When He Was Dead BrokeWelcome to the first episode of The Fail On Podcast, where we believe that if you desire to create the life of your dreams then embracing failure by taking urgent and bold action is the only way. Today, we get to learn from none other than Jayson Gaignard, a super connector, the creator of MastermindTalks,…2017-04-2454 minHacker Practice: GROWTH, SYSTEMS, and RISK for Startups and SMBHacker Practice: GROWTH, SYSTEMS, and RISK for Startups and SMBNaphtali Visser - Kindness, The Art of No Thought, and PhotographyNaf Visser is the CEO of Humans Working, an executive coaching firm that I worked with last year when I was managing the innovation department at Boston’s fastest growing tech agency and trying to get a nut butter company off the ground at the same time. He helped me manage that non-trivial workload through a mindfulness practice that I call the Art of No Thought. He’s also the founder of the Holocaust Kindness Project which we’ll talk about. I’m so glad to welcome one of my closest friends to the show: Naphtali Visser, but we call him...2017-03-211h 41The Sweet Adversity Podcast:  Entrepreneurship/Adversity/LifestyleThe Sweet Adversity Podcast: Entrepreneurship/Adversity/LifestyleSA 066: Jayson Gaignard on How to Build Authentic RelationshipsJayson Gaignard, entrepreneur and author of Mastermind Dinners, talks about starting a business and being in debt and how he changed his mindset to being value-driven; building a business he’s proud of, and how to build and cultivate authentic relationships. Guest Bio: Jayson Gaignard is a Canadian entrepreneur, networking specialist, and author who founded MastermindTalks,… The post SA 066: Jayson Gaignard on How to Build Authentic Relationships appeared first on Nick Dinardo.2017-02-0800 minThe SuperHuman Academy PodcastThe SuperHuman Academy PodcastEp. 85: Build The World's Most Valuable Network w/ Jayson Gaignard of MasterMind TalksToday we are joined by Jayson Gaignard - quite possibly one of the world’s best networkers. In 2012, Gaignard began curating dinners in Toronto, Canada with small groups of entrepreneurs that focused on relationship building. The invite-only dinners became MastermindTalks—larger conferences for entrepreneurs geared toward health, wealth, self-improvement, and networking. Despite humble beginnings, Jason has grown mastermind talks into a world-renowned institution in the entrepreneurial space, hosting such greats as Tim Ferriss, James Altucher, A. J. Jacobs, Esther Perel, Dave Asprey, Guy Kawasaki, and Marc Ecko. In fact, Forbes described Gaignard as one of the...2016-09-0647 minThe Learning Leader Show With Ryan HawkThe Learning Leader Show With Ryan HawkJayson Gaignard – Mastermind Talks: An Event With A Lower Acceptance Rate Than HarvardEpisode 126: Jayson Gaignard – Mastermind Talks: An Event With A Lower Acceptance Rate Than Harvard Jayson Gaignard has become a great friend over the course of the past year.  He calls himself a “talent scout” – Meaning he looks for people on the rise and works hard to support them on that journey.  Jayson believes building those relationships are more important than just simply seeking the “already famous” people in the world.  I’m grateful that he’s been such a great supporter of me for the last year.  The event that Jayson Gaignard has created (Mastermind Talks) is harder to g...2016-05-231h 01Neuro Performance By Andy MurphyNeuro Performance By Andy MurphyEpisode #125: How to Build A World-Class Network Rapidly with Jayson Gaignard About Todays Guest Jayson Gaignard "Over the last few years I've spent my time carefully curating an incredible network of entrepreneurs without using rational benchmarks such as their type of business, or revenues. Instead, I curate based upon who they are and what they stand for. Just like an investor investing in a businesses, I invest in people, because I believe that amazing people become increasingly amazing over time".   Why Jayson on MBD Podcast? Everyone knows the importance of building a network of people, that not only think like you, they h...2016-04-1242 minPaper Napkin WisdomPaper Napkin WisdomEP# 53 What’s Your Perfect Day? – Jayson Gaignard (Founder & Talent Scout of Mastermind Talks)Jayson Gaignard, Founder of Mastermind Talks,  is a man who keeps his eye on the things that have value beyond the material. In his open and authentic Paper Napkin Wisdom, Jayson shares his story of near financial ruin and how … Continue reading → The post What’s Your Perfect Day? – Jayson Gaignard (Founder & Talent Scout of Mastermind Talks) appeared first on Paper Napkin Wisdom - Blog and Podcast For Entrepreneurs, Leaders, and Difference-Makers.2016-02-0327 minManTalks PodcastManTalks PodcastJayson Gaignard - Building Your Community (Networking) Jayson Gaignard is the founder and talent scout for MastermindTalks.com. He has had incredible guests like Tim Ferriss, Guy Kawasaki, and Lewis Howes deliver inspirational and motivational talks at his event. Jayson talks on the importance of creating meaningful connections and relationships with others, as well as shares a bit of his life story on how he was able to get out of massive amounts of debt.       Key Takeaways: [1:40] ManTalks is still looking for a social media expert. [2:40] How did Jayson get started? [4:50] How did Jayson get into debt...2015-12-0156 minManTalks PodcastManTalks PodcastJayson Gaignard - Building Your Community (Networking)Jayson Gaignard is the founder and talent scout for MastermindTalks.com. He has had incredible guests like Tim Ferriss, Guy Kawasaki, and Lewis Howes deliver inspirational and motivational talks at his event. Jayson talks on the importance of creating meaningful connections and relationships with others, as well as shares a bit of his life story on how he was able to get out of massive amounts of debt.       Key Takeaways: [1:40] ManTalks is still looking for a social media expert. [2:40] How did Jayson get started? [4:50] How did Jayson get into debt?  [7:00] With very little money, Jayson doubled down and started investing in hi...2015-11-3056 minThe Learning Leader Show With Ryan HawkThe Learning Leader Show With Ryan HawkJoey Coleman – What Is Your Personal Brand?Episode 068: Joey Coleman – What Is Your Personal Brand? This is a special episode for me as I’ve been fortunate to get to know Joey over the last month and he’s become a great friend.  I had the distinct pleasure of attending a professional development workshop recently where Joey was the facilitator/speaker/lead engager.  It was the best 2 and a half day training event I have ever been to in my life.  And Joey is the best presenter I’ve ever seen.  This conversation was incredible and I really appreciate how honest, transparent, and truly helpful Joey...2015-11-021h 13The Inner Changemaker ShowThe Inner Changemaker ShowTICM 29 - Jayson Gaignard - How To Become An InfluencerThis week, we have the legendary Jayson Gaignard on the show. Jayson is the creator of Mastermindtalks, one of the most exclusive entrepreneurial events in the world, with speakers and guests such as Guy Kawasaki, Tim Ferriss, Cameron Herold, James Altucher and many more prominent names actively impacting our world. He is also an accomplished author, and the host of a highly rated podcast as well. In the episode, He walks us through his story about not giving up and betting everything on relationships. Jayson shares with us his story of going from making 22 times...2015-10-0651 minONKEN radioONKEN radio48: Jayson Gaignard – How Investing in Relationships is the Key to SuccessWhen you hit rock bottom in life, you’ll be left with two things: the integrity of your word, and your relationships. Surrounding yourself with inspiring people is a great way to push yourself. Creating those connections and investing in relationships can truly change the world. That’s what Jayson Gaignard thinks, anyway. He founded the Mastermind […] The post 48: Jayson Gaignard – How Investing in Relationships is the Key to Success appeared first on NIONlife™.2015-06-021h 01Onken\'s WorldOnken's WorldEP 48: Jayson Gaignard - How Investing in Relationships is the Key to Successnionradio.com/ep48 "What doesn’t grow dies and what doesn’t contribute gets eliminated." - Jayson Gaignard2015-06-021h 01The Learning Leader Show With Ryan HawkThe Learning Leader Show With Ryan HawkJayson Gaignard: How To Become A Master Connector (MasterMind Talks)Episode 001: How To Become A Master Connector With Jayson Gaignard From MasterMind Talks   I love discussing how we can all better ourselves by becoming improving our connecting skills.  This was a phenomenal episode. Jayson shares that the best way to connect with others is to first look to help them.  I think it is one of most life-changing and important skills we can master.   “To me, at the end of the day, it’s not how many friends you can count, it’s how many friends you can count on.” – Jayson Gaignard 2015-04-1031 minExcel RadioExcel RadioEpisode 3: Entrepreneurial Rituals for Health & Success with Jayson GaignardIn this episode, I talk with Jayson Gaignard about the highs and lows entrepreneurs experience, and how intimate the relationship is between the success of your business and your health. Jayson shares secrets on creating a life you love and the rituals he uses to manifest success as an entrepreneur.  Jayson is the founder of MasterMind Talks and the host of MMT Podcast.   Visit us at www.excelpodcast.com Contact us at support@nuvisionhealthcenter.com    To find out more about what Jayson is up to: MasterMind Talks: http...2015-03-2100 minThe Less Doing PodcastThe Less Doing Podcast130: Jayson Gaignard - Mastermind Talks# Episode 129 **Summary:** In Episode #130 Ari brings Jayson Gaignard, the creator of Mastermind Talks, onto the program for a memorable interview. During their conversation, Jayson shares his fascinating story which involves dropping out of high school, early entrepreneurial success, dangerous encounters with debt and, of course, the origins of the Mastermind Talks. **Special Announcements:** # [Less Doing in Barcelona](https://www.gazelles.com/summits/EGS-2015/Barcelona/index.html) Watch Ari bring the lessons of Less Doing to Barcelona, Spain for the 2015 European Growth Summit. Ari will be joined by fellow masters of entrepreneurship Steve Martin, Director of _Influence at Work_ in the...2015-03-021h 01The Ellory Wells Show: Actual Entrepreneurs Share Actionable Advice to Help YOU Build YOUR Business!The Ellory Wells Show: Actual Entrepreneurs Share Actionable Advice to Help YOU Build YOUR Business!EP71: The Master’s Guide to Creating Profitable Mastermind Talks and Meetups w/ Jayson Gaignard (@JaysonGaignard)Episode 71 of the Empowered Podcast features entrepreneur and host of Mastermind Talks, Jayson Gaignard. Today Jayson shares his riches to rags, and back again, story with us. We'll hear how Jayson created the highly successful live event series, Mastermind Talks, and how he's grown these events into a business. If you've thought about creating […] Click here EP71: The Master’s Guide to Creating Profitable Mastermind Talks and Meetups w/ Jayson Gaignard (@JaysonGaignard) to visit Ellory Wells and leave a comment.2015-02-1100 minStories of The Influencer Economy with Ryan WilliamsStories of The Influencer Economy with Ryan Williams​Ep. 34 - ​Jayson Gaignard: How to Organize Influencer Dinners to Help People SucceedJayson Gaignard dropped by to detail how he created his MasterMind Talks Series, and has built lifelong connections by introducing influencers and experts via "Mastermind Dinners." Jayson is a black belt in networking, building community and relationships. We go deep into the value of connecting like-minded indviduals and helping others always comes back to you.  Jayson is adding a deep knowledge-base for listeners, and will help you understand the value of buiding bridges for others.  Learn how you can book your own influencer dinners and cultivate more meaningful long term relationships in this episode.   Stories From...2015-01-1236 minNerv with Ryan WilliamsNerv with Ryan Williams​Ep. 34 - ​Jayson Gaignard: How to Organize Influencer Dinners to Help People SucceedJayson Gaignard dropped by to detail how he created his MasterMind Talks Series, and has built lifelong connections by introducing influencers and experts via "Mastermind Dinners." Jayson is a black belt in networking, building community and relationships. We go deep into the value of connecting like-minded indviduals and helping others always comes back to you.  Jayson is adding a deep knowledge-base for listeners, and will help you understand the value of buiding bridges for others.  Learn how you can book your own influencer dinners and cultivate more meaningful long term relationships in this episode.   Stories From...2015-01-1236 minSmart Business Revolution | Turn Relationships into Revenues | Networking | More Clients | Relationship AdviceSmart Business Revolution | Turn Relationships into Revenues | Networking | More Clients | Relationship Advice066: Jayson Gaignard of Mastermind Talks | From High School Dropout to 7-Figure BusinessJayson fills it with brilliant takeaways about how to build a thriving network of peers you admire and to use that as a catalyst to drive your business.2014-12-1249 minThe Boomer Business Owner with Charlie Poznek: Lifestyle Entrepreneurs | Online Business | CoachingThe Boomer Business Owner with Charlie Poznek: Lifestyle Entrepreneurs | Online Business | CoachingTBBO 217: Jayson Gaignard – How to get out of debt with a thriving lifestyle businessJayson is the Founder of MastermindTalks.com, Mastermind Retreats, and The Early to Rise Podcast. He says an event is only as good as the people in the room.2014-09-2026 minAccelerating Entrepreneurial Success (Video) with John BowenAccelerating Entrepreneurial Success (Video) with John BowenJayson Gaignard on Accelerating Success by Joining a Mastermind - Episode #16<p><a href='http://embed.wistia.com/deliveries/32def7ec0c98c10a0d6e35ae0c9cb61314e75797/file.mp4'><img src='http://embed.wistia.com/deliveries/a214e6e9e1522cb5c92c81ada2f7f3316a5ea7ca.jpg?image_crop_resized=200x120' width='200' height='120' alt='Jayson Gaignard on Accelerating Success by Joining a Mastermind - Episode #16'/></a></p><p> Jayson is founder of MastermindTalks, Mastermind Retreats, and The Early to Rise Podcast. Recently, he launched the MastermindTalks...2014-09-0336 minOznog: Down the Rabbit Hole with Chris PloughOznog: Down the Rabbit Hole with Chris PloughDTRH005: Jayson Gaignard - Building Genuine CommunitiesJayson is one of my favorite people on this planet. After self-sabotaging a business that he dreaded; Jayson found his passion and became the best person I know at building events where people genuinely connect. We joke around and then dig deep into topics ranging from building genuine communities to the mental models that hold us back. *** Full show notes and links at: http://oznog.com/dtrh005  2014-08-311h 18Doubt The Doubts | Crazy Cool People Sharing Great Tips, Tactics, & ToolsDoubt The Doubts | Crazy Cool People Sharing Great Tips, Tactics, & ToolsMastering Event Planning | Jayson Gaignard | Episode 219Jayson Gaignard takes us through the steps to conduct an event. Though Jayson was focused on a conference, his steps to event planning can be used across the board of events.2014-08-061h 03Startup Marketing PodcastStartup Marketing PodcastStartup Marketing Podcast With Nick O'Neill - Episode 4 - Jayson GaignardThis week I sat down with Jayson Gaignard of Mastermind Talks to learn how he sold nearly $500,000 worth of tickets to his first event despite not having an existing brand. There are tons of priceless strategies in this episode!2014-07-1332 minForeverJobless Podcast w/ Billy Murphy | Serial Entrepreneur and BloggerForeverJobless Podcast w/ Billy Murphy | Serial Entrepreneur and BloggerHow Do You Find A Mentor? w/Jayson GaignardEver wanted a mentor? This is an awesome episode to listen to. Jayson discloses a lot of great ideas about how to connect with good mentors in a way that will make you stand out. Listen in iTunes The post How Do You Find A Mentor? w/Jayson Gaignard appeared first on Forever Jobless.2014-06-2320 minForever JoblessForever JoblessHow Do You Find A Mentor? w/Jayson GaignardEver wanted a mentor? This is an awesome episode to listen to. Jayson discloses a lot of great ideas about how to connect with good mentors in a way that will make you stand out. Listen in iTunes Subscribe The post How Do You Find A Mentor? w/Jayson Gaignard appeared first on Forever Jobless.2014-06-2320 minForeverJobless Podcast w/ Billy Murphy | Serial Entrepreneur and BloggerForeverJobless Podcast w/ Billy Murphy | Serial Entrepreneur and BloggerFJP054: The Exact Marketing Strategy Jayson Gaignard Used To Launch His Entrepreneur Conference, Get 4,200 Applicants and Never Have Spend a Penny On Advertising AgainJayson talks about what he did that generated 4,200 applicants for a first year event. He talks about his influencer marketing blast and the specific results he got with it. He’ll also talk about how he’ll sell out his event … Continued The post FJP054: The Exact Marketing Strategy Jayson Gaignard Used To Launch His Entrepreneur Conference, Get 4,200 Applicants and Never Have Spend a Penny On Advertising Again appeared first on Forever Jobless.2014-05-3100 minForever JoblessForever JoblessFJP054: The Exact Marketing Strategy Jayson Gaignard Used To Launch His Entrepreneur Conference, Get 4,200 Applicants and Never Have Spend a Penny On Advertising AgainJayson talks about what he did that generated 4,200 applicants for a first year event. He talks about his influencer marketing blast and the specific results he got with it. He’ll also talk about how he’ll sell out his event … Continued The post FJP054: The Exact Marketing Strategy Jayson Gaignard Used To Launch His Entrepreneur Conference, Get 4,200 Applicants and Never Have Spend a Penny On Advertising Again appeared first on Forever Jobless.2014-05-3100 minForeverJobless Podcast w/ Billy Murphy | Serial Entrepreneur and BloggerForeverJobless Podcast w/ Billy Murphy | Serial Entrepreneur and BloggerFJP052: 4am Wakeups and How They Led To Incredible Productivity and Increased Happiness, with Jayson GaignardJayson comes on to chat about how his morning rituals make his days much more productive and give him control over his life, which leads to happiness. He drops incredible knowledge and gives specific examples of why this works for … Continued The post FJP052: 4am Wakeups and How They Led To Incredible Productivity and Increased Happiness, with Jayson Gaignard appeared first on Forever Jobless.2014-05-2816 minForever JoblessForever JoblessFJP052: 4am Wakeups and How They Led To Incredible Productivity and Increased Happiness, with Jayson GaignardJayson comes on to chat about how his morning rituals make his days much more productive and give him control over his life, which leads to happiness. He drops incredible knowledge and gives specific examples of why this works for … Continued The post FJP052: 4am Wakeups and How They Led To Incredible Productivity and Increased Happiness, with Jayson Gaignard appeared first on Forever Jobless.2014-05-2816 minForeverJobless\'s podcastForeverJobless's podcast52_FJP052__4am_Wakeups_and_How_They_Led_To_Incredible_Productivity_and_Increased_Happiness_with_Jayson_Gaignard.mp3Jayson comes on to chat about how his morning rituals make his days much more productive and give him control over his life, which leads to happiness. He drops incredible knowledge and gives specific examples of why this works for him and will work for others. To hear more about this subject, you can check out episode 7. To hear more from Jayson, check out episode 51 and visit Jayson's site: http://www.mastermindtalks.com/.2014-05-2816 minEntrepreneurs on Fire Business PodcastEntrepreneurs on Fire Business PodcastJayson Gaignard: From Millions to Nothing in 18 MonthsJayson is a veteran entrepreneur who went from making 22 times the national average income to a quarter of a million dollars in cash debt in less than 18 months. In this interview he shares what he learned from that experience and how it changed the way he's building his new company.2013-11-1438 min