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Access To Anyone with Michael Roderick
Building a Network With Michael Scott Cohen
Michael Scott Cohen is the Co-founder and CEO of Harper+Scott Inc., a creative agency focused on designing and producing private-label branded goods. He is the Co-founder of Local Weather, a mind and body hydration beverage, and is a member of YPO, a global leadership community of chief executives. Michael Cohen has spent his career developing businesses, helping other entrepreneurs refine processes, building teams, and his work spans across business development, leadership, insurance brokerages, and marketing. In this episode… What are the ingredients to build a brand? When you’re a new business, how can you...
2022-10-20
36 min
Think Unbroken with Michael Unbroken | Childhood Trauma, CPTSD, and Mental Health Recovery
Michael Roderick - How to be a VALUE driven LEADER | CPTSD and Mental Health Coach
In this episode, I am joined by my guest Michael Roderick. Michael went from a high school teacher to a Broadway producer in less than two years and created an amazing network and community of people in New York City through his compassion, truth, empathy, and leadership. He decided to build working our networking and workshops for people in a way that would help make their lives better. Michael and I connected in this conversation, and I was excited to share it with you guys because, you know, I think about all the time, like every single day, I think...
2022-07-15
44 min
Making It: How to Be a Successful Online Entrepreneur
Be Memorable (Michael Roderick)
Special "Business Revenue Leak Checklist" offer free at http://www.mrse.co/leak.Welcome to Making It! This weekly show explores the lives and stories of entrepreneurs as they share their unique perspectives on their success and the path to making it. Michael Roderick is the founder of Small Pond Enterprises, LLC, a company that helps service-based professionals become thought leaders.“So if you are able to tap into people's emotions, if you're able to make them feel something while they're listening to you, they will remember whatever it is that you ta...
2022-07-08
10 min
Access To Anyone with Michael Roderick
Cultivating Your Credibility With Michael DeLon
Michael DeLon is a coach, marketing strategist, book publisher, and the Founder of Paperback Expert. Michael guides business owners through the process of publishing a book to gain more credibility in their respective industries. Among other things, he teaches them how to monetize that book and grow their businesses. Michael is the author of On Marketing: The Definitive Guide for Small Business Owners, an Amazon bestseller. He is also the host of the Experts Speak podcast and the President and Founder of Reformational Marketing, where he provides marketing strategies and business growth coaching. He is experienced in h...
2022-04-21
34 min
Access To Anyone with Michael Roderick
Learning To Love Yourself With Michael Unbroken
Michael Unbroken is a survivor of childhood abuse. He grew up in a drug and alcohol-addicted poverty-stricken home that was in shambles. When he began a career at a Fortune 10 company, lifting him out of his impoverished state, he tried to fill a void with drugs and alcohol. Michael was obese and attempted suicide before he changed his mindset through belief, dedication, and perseverance. Michael is the Founder of Think Unbroken, where he helps people through mentoring and coaching to overcome trauma in their life. He is the author of Think Unbroken: Understanding and Overcoming Childhood Trauma, a...
2021-11-25
41 min
Experts Speak
How BIG is Your Pond? Find the keys to business growth in the pockets of others (with Michael Roderick)
The path to growing a small business larger is connection and collaboration. Instead of competition, business growth expert, Michael Roderick, believes only in specialization. When you learn to craft effective introductions, structure win-win partnership, and cultivate existing relationshp, your business will grow. Listen to this conversation and learn how to find larger ponds to fish in. You can find Michael Roderick at SmallPondEnterprises.com and his AccessToAnyone Podcast. Also be sure to discover how referable you are at MyReferabilityRater.com.
2021-09-07
35 min
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Marie-Elizabeth Mali: How To Explore Relationship Alchemy
In today‘s episode, I sit down with Marie-Elizabeth Mali, a relationship alchemist who helps high-achieving women cultivate love and relationships. Listen in as we discuss the power of relationships and connection. Topics include: How her call to adventure moment to study relationships came out of her own divorce. Why entrepreneurs compartmentalize their personal relationships so often and what you can do to blend the two together. Why it’s important to bring science to the art of communicating with your significant other. Exactly what to do if you’ve been bottling your emotions and avoiding confrontation in your r...
2021-08-06
35 min
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Nate Cooper: Get Better Digital
As the Managing Partner of Swarm, Nate Cooper has helped everyone from National Geographic to People Magazine boost their digital business. Today he’s revealing how he does it—from reimagining how essential pieces play into the bigger picture to defining what it really takes to create a full customer experience. Topics include: Drawing the lines between creative and technical pursuits The relationship between functionality and beauty (and why you can’t have one without the other) Why customer experience matters way more than you think The biggest tech mistakes marketers make The pitfalls of rushing throug...
2021-07-29
30 min
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Meghan Lynch: How To Develop A Winning Process
Meghan Lynch is a wiz at getting things done. And as the CEO of Six-Point Creative, she helps second-stage companies clarify their vision, align their teams, and unlock their full potential. Today she’s revealing what it takes to develop a winning formula that both your teams and your clients can benefit from. We also discuss why testing fresh ideas out on yourself will lead to some major insights. Topics include: The stronger your process, the more your customers will trust you Developing internal processes vs. the ones geared for your clients Why the biggest learning mo...
2021-07-22
34 min
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Ben Bogen: Making Things Work In Impossible Circumstances
In today’s episode, Broadway performer Ben Bogen reveals the real challenges he had to overcome when the entire industry shut down during the pandemic. Listen in as we unpack how Ben (and other performers) made impossible things happen in more-than-unusual circumstances and discuss the relationship between politics, protests, and the arts. Topics include: His own personal journey into the Broadway world A true inside glimpse into the world of performing arts What happened to performers in the industry when everything shut down The true power of live theater What the pandemic taught him about ingenuity (and...
2021-07-15
48 min
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Carolyn Kiel: Get Podcasting Today!
Throughout her impressive career in learning and development, Carolyn Kiel has always wanted to create a space where people could share their extraordinary backstories with the world. So she started the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast—a candid show that highlights amazing conversations with a variety of people. In today’s episode, Carolyn reveals how she built her podcast from the ground up and how you can do it too. Topics include: Learning a little something new everyday Diving into the podcasting community for advice Having conversations with people who have been in your shoes before Defining what consi...
2021-07-08
39 min
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JD Gershbein: Make LinkedIn Your Playground
For more than fifteen years, Owlish Communications CEO JD Gershbein has made LinkedIn his playground—and boy has he played! Not only has he unlocked everything the platform has to offer, but he also happily shares what he knows with clients so they can use it to its full potential. In today’s episode, JD breaks down the science behind LinkedIn, and explores the intellectual and emotional components of social networking. Topics include: How a middle school project inspired the name of his company The relationship between LinkedIn and neuroscience The pragmatic vs. the creative Why gene...
2021-07-01
39 min
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Kristin Swanson: Turn Your Somedays Into Todays
Kristin Swanson is on a mission to turn her clients’ someday projects into today’s projects. How does she do it? She teaches them how to take complete charge of managing their emotions as well as how they spend their energy and time. In today’s episode, Kristin is sharing some of her biggest insights with us, including what we can do to overcome some of life’s scariest challenges in order to get big things done. Topics include: Listening to your soul whispers Being done with your own BS Getting out of “email mode” Why energy manage...
2021-06-24
36 min
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Leisa Peterson: Be More Mindful, Make More Money
As the author of The Mindful Millionaire, Leisa Peterson has uncovered the secret to building a life that’s filled with happiness, peace, and yes, money. And today she’s sharing some of those secrets with us. Tune in as we explore what it means to be mindful when it comes to money, and reveal how it will help you surpass your financial goals. Topics include: Discovering what happiness means to you (and using that definition to start making positive changes) Why you need to explore how your money-making decisions align with your life Why the only...
2021-06-17
39 min
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Ari Galper: Why Trust Is The Key To Revolutionizing Your Sales
A technical snafu during a conference call (and a trip to the dark side) led Ari Galper to the biggest epiphany in his career. Now as the leading authority on trust-based selling, Ari is revolutionizing the world of sales as we know it. In today’s episode, Ari reveals why ditching your sales goals and focusing on trust are the key ingredients to making sales happen. Topics include: Removing the pressure from the process How to develop an entirely new concept from the ground up The importance of being 100% present Why you need to exude authenticity an...
2021-06-10
32 min
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Karen Baines: How To Raise Your Vibrational Energy (And Make Money In the Process)
Karen Baines likes to call herself an interpreter of money and energy. Why? She has the natural ability to help people find the right vibrational energy while boosting their income levels in the process. In today’s episode, she reveals what we can do to align ourselves with the universe to make more money. We also explore how becoming more present with ourselves will lead to some pretty big things in our lives and careers. Topics include: Why there is always a next level in your career journey (and how to get there) Why you can’t co...
2021-06-03
45 min
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Jürgen Strauss: How To Become a Podcaster
Today we’re speaking with Jürgen Strauss (Founder and Chief Innovator at Innovabiz) about all-things-podcasting—from booking potential guests to building consistency to getting in the right headspace it to make it all happen. Whether you’re a veteran in the biz or just getting started, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Topics include: The importance of cultivating a consistency-focused mindset Overcoming your fears to get your message (and yourself) out there How you (and your guests) can make the most of your relationship The importance of having systems (and people) in place...
2021-05-27
35 min
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Talor Zamir: Achieve Your Peak Performance
After suffering from debilitating chronic inflammation, Talor Zamir realized he needed to make a full life change—from what he put into his body to the way he ran his business. Now as the founder of Peak Performance, Talor is on a mission to inspire us all to transform (and prioritize) our health. In today’s episode, he reveals what we can do to take charge of our eating habits and enrich our minds to achieve better health. Topics include: Changing your identity (and what that means when it comes to your health) How hitting his lowe...
2021-05-20
33 min
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Rusty Gaillard: Upgrade Your Life
Rusty Gaillard ditched his high-profile career at Apple to forge a new path that brought him more happiness and personal (and professional) satisfaction. Now, as a professional coach, he’s showing other people in tech how they can do it too. In today’s episode, Rusty reveals what we can do to upgrade our own paths and take our lives to the next level. We also dispel the myths behind overworking your way to success, and unveil exercises that will help anyone find the courage to seek something new. Topics include: Having more meaningful conversations about life...
2021-05-13
33 min
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Jared Kleinert: Build Your Network In No Time Flat
To say that Jared Kleinert has hit super connector status would be an understatement. In fact, he’s one of the go-to sources on all-things-networking for everyone from Forbes to Time to Entrepreneur. On his second appearance on the podcast, Jared shares some of the insights from his newest book—How To Build a World-Class Network in Record Time—revealing how to get better at networking by building deeper, more meaningful relationships quickly. Topics include: How to find the right mentor for the right reasons Being mentored by content Going back to relationship-building basics What not to do w...
2021-05-06
33 min
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Lizabeth Wesely-Casella: How To Build Effective (and Happy!) Teams
Lizabeth Wesely-Casella knows a thing or two about teamwork. As the Founder and CEO of L-12 Services, she helps teams of all shapes and sizes overcome problems and learn to speak each other’s language. In today’s episode, Lizabeth reveals the real reasons teams fall apart and what you can to do stop it from happening. We also unveil how to attract high-caliber talent and explore how you can start building environments that promote trust, creativity, and clear expectations. Topics include: Learning each other’s short hand Why leaders need to build better trust with their...
2021-04-29
34 min
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Janice Litvin: Take Better Care of Yourself Now
In today’s episode, author and workplace wellness speaker Janice Litvin reveals how we can avoid burnout by taking better care of ourselves and reprograming the way we behave when we feel stressed. We also talk about how we can dig into our pasts to find problematic patterns, and start setting healthy boundaries. Topics include: Why wellness is way more than just fitness How workplaces can be more forward-thinking when it comes to taking care of their employees Starting with your “rolodex” when it comes to making connections The importance of asking for referrals Stop, pause, and th...
2021-04-22
29 min
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Tricia Brouk: Amplify Your Voice
Professional dancer, award-wining director, author of The Influential Voice—Tricia Brouk wears too many amazing hats to mention. Her current passion is helping professional speakers amplify their voices and share their stories on the big stage. Today she tells us how she does it. During our conversation, Tricia also reveals how everyone has a voice and important message to share—it all just comes down to expressing it in our own unique ways. Topics include: Why organization is key to just about everything Why consistency is how you earn the trust of audiences Picking the right word...
2021-04-15
37 min
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Todd Cherches: Harnessing The Power of Visual Thinking (from the archives)
In today’s archival episode, author and TEDx speaker Todd Cherches reveals how working for some seriously horrible Hollywood bosses led him to pursue a successful career in leadership development. During our conversation, Todd unpacks why storytelling should be at the heart of everything we do, and explains how visual thinking can make us all better managers and leaders. Topics include: The real transformative power of overcoming your fears and pushing yourself into the zone of the unknown Evolutionary change vs. revolutionary change Why managing and leading are two different skill sets How to get others to...
2021-04-01
33 min
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Janet Neal: Crafting A Life That Matters
In today’s episode, Next Steps Navigation co-founder Janet Neal reveals why crafting a path that honors who we are and what we believe in will lead to a more powerful, happy, and serene life. Then she shows us how we can start. During our conversation, Janet also unpacks how we can harness an explorer’s mindset when it comes to building relationships. Topics include: What it means to define your values The idea of sunk cost (and what to do about it) What to do when you’re overwhelmed with choice Looking for future inspiration in your...
2021-03-25
28 min
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Patty Block: How Women Can Harness Their Strengths
As President and Founder of The Block Group, Patty Block is on a mission to help women harness their unique traits and strengths to make big things happen in their lives and careers. Today she shows us how she does it. During our conversation, Patty also unpacks her winning strategies for connecting with the right people, and reveals what everyone forgets to consider when assessing their value. Topics include: Turning your relationship building into a strategy Reconnecting and discovering ways to help each other Asking for introductions (and possible endorsements) Creating specific language to help others...
2021-03-18
43 min
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Jess Ponce: Just Be You
As an illustrious media coach, Jess Ponce teaches everyone from authors to celebrities how to ace their public speaking. Today he’s revealing some of his best practices. During our conversation, Jess unpacks why effective communication—whether you’re a small business owner or an international superstar—boils down to being your authentic self. Topics include: Why communication isn’t about the words you say, but the messages you pull out Why there are always opportunities to create business The relationship between human connection and networking Why focusing on immediate payoffs is a mistake (and what to focus o...
2021-03-11
33 min
Access to Anyone
Andy Lopata: Just Ask!
In his second appearance on Access To Anyone, relationship expert and author Andy Lopata, reveals why asking for help is the only real way to revolutionize our careers. Oh, and he shows us how to do it too. During our conversation, we also take a deep dive into what it really means to get honest with each other (and ourselves) and how this will ultimately deepen our connections and improve our lives. Topics include: The biggest insights from his latest book, Just Ask The three things you can do to change your approach when it comes t...
2021-03-04
35 min
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Dr. Jim White: Doing Business With Character And Integrity
Dr. Jim White has built an incredibly diverse career—from salesman and entrepreneur to psychologist and bestselling author. But the one common thread throughout his story is his passion for helping people. In today’s episode, Dr. White breaks down everything you need to know about doing business with trust, integrity, and confidence. He also unveils some killer financial advice that every entrepreneur should take to heart. Topics include: Taking the time to share your expertise (on any and every platform) The importance of reflecting on your mistakes so you can successfully start over Looking for ways...
2021-02-25
35 min
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Audrey Holst: How To Repair Your Perfectionism
Audrey Holst is on a mission to stop our current perceptions of perfectionism from holding us back in our lives and careers. In today’s episode, she reveals how to rewire how we feel about perfection and, ultimately, ourselves. Audrey also breaks down the fascinating connections between perfectionism and our survival instincts, and shares why the most helpful thing you can do for yourself is simply reach out. Topics include: What perfectionism really means Listening to people to figure out what works Changing our perceptions of weakness and laziness Getting on board with your own humanity Th...
2021-02-18
42 min
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Mostafa Hosseini: Set A Goal, Implement The Plan
As the founder of Persyo, Mostafa Hosseini helps clients craft and implement one-page marketing plans that lead to big results. Today he breaks down his winning formulas for making that happen. He also reveals why leaders with written plans are way more likely to succeed, and talks about the true importance of being proactive in your relationship building. Topics include: How he started his market research company from scratch The real relationship between coaching and success Why your friends are some of your biggest influences The pitfalls of straying into different avenues (and what to focus...
2021-02-11
36 min
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Justin Breen: Building A Global Network (And Brand)
As the CEO of BrEpic Communications, bestselling author Justin Breen fosters a giant incubator of geniuses all over the world. In today’s episode, he reveals why mindset and network are the two keys to building a global brand. We also talk about the power of harnessing your unique brand of genius and unpack how taking action will create endless opportunities for yourself and your network. Topics include: Why action is everything when it comes to outreach The four things you’ll need to withstand if you really want to become an entrepreneur His red flag ques...
2021-02-04
36 min
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Joel Primus: Answering The Call For New Adventures
If there’s one thing that author and Naked founder Joel Primus has learned, it’s that we never have only one hero’s journey. And in today’s episode, he reveals why we should always seize the chance when the universe calls on us for new adventures. During our chat, Joel also gets candid about the ups and downs of starting his underwear business from the ground up, talks about his experience on the hit show Dragon’s Den, and shares the importance of helping others learn from your mistakes. Topics include: The true importance of asking...
2021-01-21
35 min
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Paul Higgins: How To Get (And Harness) A High-Performance Mindset
In today’s episode, author and business mentor Paul Higgins reveals how harnessing a high-performance mindset will help you innovate your business (and how to do it). During our conversation, Paul also opens up about the struggles with his kidney condition and how this played a transformative role in his career trajectory. Topics include: The biggest insights Paul learned during his sales tenure at Coca Cola Being on the lookout for bourgeoning trends (and finding opportunities to leverage them) Looking for answers in outside industries Leaving a structured world to build a new one (and how to d...
2021-01-14
34 min
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Michael F. Schein: Get Hype
What do cult leaders, propagandists, and hip-hop artists all have in common? Hype. Oh, and they’re also some of Michael F. Schein’s favorite topics. Yes, my former co-host Michael is back to break down all things hype—including how we can all harness its power in positive and meaningful ways. During our conversation, he also reveals some of the most fascinating (and surprising) insights from his new book, The Hype Handbook. Topics include: Why sometimes hype is all you’ve got (and making it work for you) Picking a fight with ideas vs. picking a fight wi...
2021-01-07
39 min
Access to Anyone
Charles Muhlbauer: Why The Key To Sales is Being Yourself (out of the archives)
In today’s episode, I’m again reaching into the archives to revisit my conversation with SalesShare founder Charles Muhlbauer. Tune in as Charles decodes his biggest breakthroughs (and failures) in the world of sales. We also reveal why finding your voice and being yourself is the true key to mastering an authentic and successful sales career. Topics include: How he moved from an accountant so a sales guru Why there’s nowhere to hide in sales Why knowing where you’re going will help you be more present Why you should never go into anything with an...
2020-12-31
28 min
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Lauren Goldstein: How To Diagnose Your Business (out of the archives)
In today’s archival episode, Golden Key Partnership Founder and CEO Lauren Goldstein reveals how she moved from diagnosing patients to diagnosing businesses. She also breaks down the top pain points most business owners face today, shows us how to sell to CEOs, and unpacks how to take control of our own identities. Topics include: The importance of going with your gut Asking what version of yourself you really want to be Consulting myths Why your business will only grow when you are ready to grow Surrounding yourself with people who will help you see the bi...
2020-12-24
42 min
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Shalom Klein: What It Takes To Build A Community
In today’s episode, radio host and prominent community activist Shalom Klein breaks down everything you need to know about building (and organizing) a thriving community. During our conversation, Shalom also reveals why you should learn something from everyone you interact with, and unpacks why leading with honesty will leave people feeling truly inspired. Topics include: Taking the time to think about the logistics behind your events (big or small) Following your opportunities Working smarter (not harder) when it comes to organizing a growing network Why you need to block out time to do your scheduling Wh...
2020-12-17
40 min
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John DeMato: The Art of Persuasive Visual Storytelling (And Why It Matters)
After an intense moment in his life, John DeMato decided to switch gears completely and pursue his dreams of becoming a photographer. Today John is not only a master behind the lens, he’s also the wizard behind the art of persuasive visual storytelling. In today’s episode, he reveals why building visual connections between you and your audience is the key to telling a meaningful story and growing a business. Topics include: How the needs of one client helped him discover his niche A deeper view into the art of persuasive visual storytelling The relationship between...
2020-12-10
40 min
Access to Anyone
Dov Gordon: How To Become An Under-The-Radar Leader In Your Industry
Today marks Dov Gordon’s second appearance on Access To Anyone, and boy did he bring some major insights into the world of networking. Listen in as he breaks down everything you need to know about alchemy networks —which is definitely as cool as it sounds—and reveals why everything and anything is possible when you build the right relationships. Topics include: Why forming your own network is creating a golden platform The pitfalls of diminishing the value of your expertise You’re always at the center of your relationships (and what that really means) Why we all h...
2020-08-26
36 min
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The 3 Biggest Networking Mistakes (And How To Avoid Them) (out of the archives)
In this special episode, I’m diving into the archives to explore one of my favorite topics! We all know by now that going to networking events, mixers, and cocktail parties hoping for the universe to drop new business into our laps simply doesn’t work. In fact, sometimes things at live events can go wrong. Really wrong. In today’s episode, we explore what Michael Roderick calls the three biggest Party F-Ups, and reveal how you can avoid these pitfalls – and up your overall networking game – by building better awareness. Topics include: Why p...
2019-07-03
26 min
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The Other Side of The Mic: Creating a Referable Brand
In this episode, my friend Robin Zander interviews me about one of my newest concepts and offerings. Listen in as we chat about what it takes to create a referable brand and how you can apply these ideas to your own messaging for your business. Topics include: How my background led me to doing this type of work and two books that are my and Robin’s go-tos when it comes to this topic The story of how Robin and I met (and the awesome things that Robin is working on) The concept of a “white labe...
2019-06-12
46 min
Access to Anyone
How To Get The Response You Want (out of the archives)
In this episode, I’m reaching into the archives to take a look back at one of my favorite concepts. One of the biggest challenges in building important relationships is getting people – especially those you thought you had a good rapport with – to get back to you. Luckily, we’ve spent a lot of time cracking this code. In today’s episode we reveal everything you need to know about mastering your communication so you can get the responses you want when you want them. Topics include: The real reason why it is so tough to ge...
2018-11-07
24 min
Access to Anyone
Habits All Successful Connectors Share: Part Two (out of the archives)
In this episode, I’m reaching into the archives to look at one of my favorite conversations. Today we continue our conversation on the Connector’s Path. We not only reveal the pivotal step to becoming a power connector, we explore another one of co-host Michael Roderick’s foolproof concepts. Asking your connections for what you need without damaging the relationship is one of the toughest skills to master. Luckily, we’ve figured out how to do it. In truth, there are four different levels or types of asks anyone can make. It’s called th...
2018-10-24
43 min
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Habits All Successful Connectors Share: Part Two (out of the archives)
In this episode, I’m reaching into the archives to look at one of my favorite conversations. Today we continue our conversation on the Connector’s Path. We not only reveal the pivotal step to becoming a power connector, we explore another one of co-host Michael Roderick’s foolproof concepts. Asking your connections for what you need without damaging … Continue reading Habits All Successful Connectors Share: Part Two (out of the archives)
2018-10-24
43 min
Access to Anyone
The Reciprocity Timeline (out of the archives)
In today’s special episode, I’m reaching into the archives to look at one of my favorite concepts – the reciprocity timeline. What is it? How does it work? And how can it help you make major career moves and connect with influential people? My former co-host Michael Schein and I answer all of these questions and more. Topics include: Differences in individual timelines and how these affect reciprocity How to square the generosity game with the ideals of business Lessons on networking from old forms of reciprocity Collective sacrifice vs. individual or per...
2018-08-15
27 min
Access to Anyone
Access To Anyone’s Bold New Era
In today’s special episode, we say goodbye to co-host Michael Schein and enter Access To Anyone’s bold new era. Topics include: Why Michael Schein is leaving the podcast Knowing when your bets are catching fire The idea of context shifting in order to enable deeper work The inside scoop on Michael S’s Hype book project More about Michael S’s new podcast on the horizon How to move on from great partnerships How to have those hard conversations The future of Access To Anyone Learn more about Michael Schein: microfamem...
2018-06-20
23 min
Access to Anyone
How To Identify Deception (out of the archives)
So often on thisshowwe talk about how important it is to give in order to receive. But the world has its fair share of those whotakeunder the guise of giving. Today’s episode is all about unraveling this deception, and what that means when trying to align yourself with people who can be advocates for your success. Topicsinclude: How to be a giver and actively align yourself with other givers The specific tells of a taker – lack of listening, premature-turbo giving, and broadcasting their giving The role of emotion and learning to trust your gut U...
2018-06-13
00 min
The Startup Sessions with Michael Knouse
Episode 182: Becoming An Impactful Influencer with Michael Roderick
“Thoughtful givers are very smart about thinking through what is going to be useful, and giving based on the information as opposed to just giving for the sake of giving.” Michael Roderick is an expert connector with a passion for helping thoughtful givers become thought leaders. His practical advice on connection, collaboration, and investing in relationships will help you learn […] The post Episode 182: Becoming An Impactful Influencer with Michael Roderick first appeared on Michael Knouse.
2018-05-09
56 min
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The One Indispensable Trait All Great Connectors Share (out of the archives)
In today’s episode, we’re reaching into the archives to showcase one of our favorite conversations – bestselling author Tony Tjan. Tony Tjan was one of the first entrepreneurs to recognize the true commercial potential of the Internet. In 1996 he founded the web services firm, ZEFER (now an NEC subsidiary), which grew to more than $100M in annual revenues in a remarkably short period of time. His latest adventure is into the world of writing. His latest book, Good People: The Only Leadership Decision That Really Matters, is on a subject that lies beneath all his success and is th...
2018-05-02
38 min
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Becoming A Networking Powerhouse With Dorie Clark (out of the archives)
In today’s episode, we’re taking a look back at one of our favorite interviews – bestselling author Dorie Clark. Dorie Clark is the maestro of making connections. As an illustrious professional speaker, marketing strategy consultant, and contributing writer and author, she is continuously interacting with and forming friendships with important and influential people. Today she discusses how she harnesses the hidden powers of introversion and content creation to make connections, and why throwing a killer dinner party is one of the best ways of building real relationships. Topics include: Using the power o...
2018-04-25
36 min
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Trust Crushers: How to Avoid Destroying the Trust in Your Relationships
What are trust crushers? In short, they’re surefire ways to destroy the trust you’ve built in a relationship. Today we show you how to avoid them. During the conversation, we explore the problem with overcommitting, uncover why creative people are notoriously the worst at keeping their word, talk about feeling used instead of useful, and so much more. Topics include: How to determine who you can trust How to figure out if you’re messing up your follow up Why talented creatives are often not as successful Managing expectations and following up as a tr...
2018-04-18
24 min
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Are You a Thought Leader or a Thought Loser?
“Thought leader” is everyone’s favorite buzzword, but what does it mean to be a thought loser? Get ready to find out. In today’s episode, we explore how these industry giants are born, break down the real reasons we revere them, and expose their secrets to success. Topics include: The definition of a true thought leader Sharing knowledge through your own unique lens and voice How to present unoriginal ideas in an original way Why thought losers are usually fantastic marketers Rip off instead of riff off: Who is playing follow the leader? Embracing...
2018-04-11
29 min
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Getting Rid of Your Bad LinkedIn Hygiene
In today’s episode, we explore the idea of bad LinkedIn hygiene. More importantly, we reveal what it takes to get rid of it and up your social networking game. We also talk about the real networking power of LinkedIn, uncover how to find your ideal connection, and break down the best social media follow up practices. Topics include: Comparing online hygiene practices with real life etiquette Why bad hygiene runs rampant on LinkedIn (and what you can do about it) Lessons on social media balance from dating Sequences that create more leads (and wh...
2018-04-04
25 min
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The Reciprocity Timeline
Today we’re exploring co-host Michael Roderick’s concept of the reciprocity timeline. What is it? How does it work? And how can it help you make major career moves and connect with influential people? We answer all of these questions and more. Topics include: Differences in individual timelines and how these affect reciprocity How to square the generosity game with the ideals of business Lessons on networking from old forms of reciprocity Collective sacrifice vs. individual or personal sacrifice The numbers game, reach vs. depth, and the definition of vision Collective vision and the...
2018-03-28
27 min
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The Reciprocity Timeline
Today we’re exploring co-host Michael Roderick’s concept of the reciprocity timeline. What is it? How does it work? And how can it help you make major career moves and connect with influential people? We answer all of these questions and more. Topics include: Differences in individual timelines and how these affect reciprocity How to square … Continue reading The Reciprocity Timeline
2018-03-28
27 min
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Managing The Ever-Changing Currency of Trust
Today’s guest is TED speaker and author, Rachel Botsman. Topics include: How to make complex ideas simpler and easier to digest The sharing economy and utilizing the under-used assets in the world Trust as “a flow of energy” (and why it endures) The next phase of societal trust structures Breaking down trust signals (and why we trust who we do) Signals of distrust, taboos, ratings, and online shaming How Rachel built a booming career for herself (and how you can too) What it really takes to avoid exclusion and embrace diversity Why bridging gaps mea...
2018-03-21
32 min
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How To Become Who You Really Want To Be
Today’s guest is bestselling author, strategist, and performance coach, Robin Zander. Topics include: What Robin learned from his job as a circus artist How Robin has made meeting influential people a substantial part of his life (and how you can too) What therapy with special needs children taught Robin about influencers Why chance, humility, and openness are what guides us to big opportunities Letting go of your own agenda and using curiosity to connect with others Why the “win, win, win” philosophy is the bedrock of Robin’s business practice What it really means to bui...
2018-03-14
41 min
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Why Trust is the Real Foundation for Business (and Life) featuring Stephen M. R. Covey
Today’s guest is Stephen M. R. Covey, the bestselling author of The Speed of Trust. Topics include: Stephen’s lessons on trust from taking care of his father’s lawn How to deal with relationships and broken trust in business and personal matters The value of trust in a world where finances are the bottom line Credibility, indicators of trust, and the presentation of trustworthiness How today’s climate led to Stephens work How Stephen decides who to work with (and how you should too) Stephen M. R. Covey is the co-founder of Covey...
2018-03-07
44 min
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Building a Flourishing Community with Meaningful Connections
Today’s guest is Superconnector co-author and The Community Company co-founder Ryan Paugh. Topics include: Principles every flourishing community needs Balancing (and navigating) honesty with a good business image The problems Superconnector aims to solve (and why it exists in this format) How to choose your people based on shared values Giving value to your time The importance of transparency regarding compensation within communities An introduction to The Community Company and how this led to publishing Superconnector Ryan Paugh has been at the forefront of building highly curated, technology-enabled communities for ambitious professionals. He...
2018-02-28
31 min
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What Successful Marketing Really Looks Like
Today’s guest is award-winning marketing strategist and TED coach Cathey Armillas. Topics include: How Cathey got involved with Ted and TedX Debunking the biggest Ted Talk myths How Cathey has carved out her own lane in a busy market (and how you can too) Selling strategy as a service to clients How Cathey defines marketing (and the particular style she pursues) Managing relationships across marketing and personal worlds What successful marketing really looks like The best ways to reach out to bigger brands Cultivating sensitivity in mutual relationships The high school psychology course th...
2018-02-21
42 min
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Turning A Party Into A Thriving Enterprise with Comic Con’s Gareb Shamus
Today’s guest is Comic Con founder and Ace Universe CEO Gareb Shamus. Topics include: Gareb’s background in comic stores and how he started a magazine about comics Building a multifaceted business out of a small-scale vision Why he bought the Chicago Comic Con (and turned it into a party) How honesty, determination, and luck will carry your business above others Gareb’s nickname (and how it arose out of his persistence) Comic Con’s evolution into a more modern and inclusive enterprise How (and why) comics and superheroes have shifted from uncool to cool M...
2018-02-14
29 min
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Why You Should Bet On Yourself featuring WTF Podcast’s Brendan McDonald
Today’s guest is Brendan McDonald, Producer of WTF Podcast with Marc Maron. Topics include: Why (and how) Brendan initially got into podcasting How to manage the power that comes with running a successful platform What it was really like hosting President Obama on WTF Finding a new medium at the right time to get your message out there Why relationships and networking play pivotal roles in building a podcast How timing played a huge part in WTF’s success as a brand “Leveling up” to more well-know guests Brendan McDonald is the producer...
2018-02-07
40 min
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How To Build a Booming Company In Today’s Gig Economy
Today’s guest is Pamela Wasley, serial entrepreneur and CEO of Cerius Executives. Topics include: How Pam fosters connections in such a competitive space Leveraging automation and digital marketing Why Pam employs a selective approach to her business (and you should too) Website building for beginners The common traits all good executives share How to grow your business The advantages of bringing on talent in the gig economy The best ways to navigate growth on a large scale And much more! Pamela Wasley is CEO for Cerius Executives. She is a serial entrepreneur wh...
2018-01-31
32 min
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Author Gregg Stebben on Radio, Access, and Social Media
Today’s guest is author and ForbesBooks Radio host Gregg Stebben. Topics include: Gregg’s TV guide version of access to anyone How to create a reputation that leads to a successful career in journalism How Gregg almost met George Bush Sr. when he was just 25 years old The surprising role fax machines played in Gregg’s success in contacting high profile people Why he decided to step away from interviewing celebrities White House Confidential and the auspicious time that it was published A look behind the scenes at ForbesBooks Radio How Gregg wound up work...
2018-01-24
46 min
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Why Upping Your Referral Game is the Key To Success (And a Killer Network)
Today we’re joined by Andy Lopata, one of Europe’s leading business networking strategists. Topics include: The three steps to referral heaven The connection between writing and networking (and why it matters) Building networks with the unlikeliest of people How to get into corporate workshops and presentations The two best ways to build relationships with corporates players Leveraging your social media connections How to legitimize your referrals The real difference between a tip and a lead Motivating and incentivizing a social connector and much more! A business networking strategist, Andy Lopata works with...
2018-01-17
37 min
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What It Really Takes To Make Immersive Experiences featuring Michael Borys and Alex Lieu
Today’s guests are 42 Entertainment’s Michael Borys and Alex Lieu. Topics include: What it really takes to make immersive gaming experiences How to use what’s new (and weird) to create successful projects Enticing an audience with mystery and fearlessness Deciding on the right time to go public with a project How the joy of discovery generates organic publicity How to balance money, fair payment, and artistic integrity in the creative world The relationships between business, entrepreneurship, and art What is 49 Boxes? The excitement of viscerally connecting with real historical artifacts Alex and Michae...
2018-01-10
44 min
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What Happens When You Don’t Get A Response? (from the archives)
In today’s special episode of Access To Anyone, we’re reaching into the archives to replay one of our most popular episodes! Nobody likes the waiting game. You know what we’re talking about – you reach out to somebody and they never get back to you. They just disappear. Next thing you know anxiety kicks in, you’re pessimistic, defeated…and you end up blaming yourself for everything that could have gone wrong. So how do you deal with this? Fortunately, we’ve cracked this puzzle. We discuss…
2018-01-03
26 min
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How to Get Your Ideas Heard
Today’s guest is executive coach Alisa Cohn. Topics include: How to get heard in an overcrowded space when you’re just starting out The best strategies for getting ideas and content out into public spaces The value (and payoff) behind getting your content out there The biggest hurdles and potholes to watch out for Alisa’s advice on how to accelerate your success Organizing your time as a self-employed entrepreneur How to make the right relationships as a coach and mentor Alisa Cohn is a leading global executive coach and consultant with 20 years...
2017-12-27
32 min
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Using Creativity To Propel Your Company Into the Future
Our guest today is Adam Hansen, Partner and VP of Innovation at Ideas to Go. Topics include: Why people are in need of innovation consulting The importance of collaboration in any form of creative work How to tap into and embrace your own creativity Figuring out how creative you are using the Kirton Model test Adaptive creativity vs. innovative creativity How Adam sells his unique service (and how you can too) How to foster diverse creativity within your business The 8 cognitive biases that suppress innovation and creativity Why the biggest company failures can be...
2017-12-20
36 min
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Make Yourself the King of Content
Today’s guest is Todd Giannattasio, Founder and CEO of Tresnic Media. Topics include: How to include experimentation in your routine (and why it matters) The important relationship between content promotion and content creation What it really takes to balance multiple businesses Dealing with growth and your own expectations How content influences a Facebook group’s success Forcing serendipity through persistence, hard work, and putting yourself out there Todd Giannattasio is head of business development and lead strategist for Tresnic Media, a Hubspot Certified Inbound and digital agency focused on content marketing to attr...
2017-12-13
38 min
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Turn Your Writing Into Financial Success Featuring Dorie Clark
Today we welcome back Dorie Clark, the bestselling author of Reinventing You and Stand Out. Topics include: The best ways to leverage your writing skills to generate financial success What the publishing process really looks like How to reach out to influential people and create connections Why perseverance is the key to beating out the competition Learning to recognize when to let go of unsuccessful projects How to pick which opportunities to double down on (and which ones to leave behind) Distinguishing the line between social proof and showboating Dorie Clark is an...
2017-12-06
43 min
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Caleb Gardner Talks PR, Community Building, and President Obama
Today’s guest is Caleb Gardner, the co-founder and managing partner of 18 Coffees. Topics include: How to solve problems and seize opportunities within the digital communications space How Caleb landed a role working for President Obama Navigating the new PR industry How to move beyond the Rolodex Using digital technology to cement and leverage relationships (personally and professionally) The value of face-to-face meetings and being selective about connections Understanding the intersection of community building and the future of the gig economy Caleb Gardner is an insatiably curious digital thought leader and futurist with un...
2017-11-30
28 min
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Getting Yourself in Front of the Right People
Today’s guest is community builder and podcasting expert Jonathan Baillie Strong. Topics include: The best strategies to get yourself in front of the right people How living a digital nomad lifestyle influenced Jonathan’s approach to relationships Developing and managing relationships while working in the startup space Understanding the role technology plays in relationship building and connectedness The unique perspective Jonathan has on meeting new people (and how you can implement it) How a voyage to Asia led Jonathan to become a podcasting expert Jonathan Baillie Strong is a podcast consultant and commu...
2017-11-22
28 min
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Why Waking Up With Positivity Can Transform Your Life
Today’s guest is social entrepreneur and serial inventor Robin B. Palmer. Topics include: Robin’s journey from Broadway performer to inventor How Robin developed her motivational alarm clock calls The importance of the first and last five minutes of your day Robin’s experience as a female inventor in the hardware space How Robin began collaborating with thought leaders (and how you can too) The real definition of social entrepreneur The value and power of tenacity when building relationships How to tune in to your divine intuition to reach your goal Where the word “...
2017-11-15
39 min
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Make Your Network Work For You
Today’s guest is Patrick Ewers, CEO and Founder of Mindmaven. Topics include: Why the startup community respects the failures behind success Patrick’s experience working at LinkedIn during its early startup days Recognizing and taking off the “Silicon Valley blinders” Understanding the damaging effect of the compare mind Identifying relationship legends that will help you reach your goals Resisting the temptation of the new as the CEO of a young startup Learning the art of no and diminishing negative impulses Using the lightning rod technique to shift the value of relationships Patrick Ewers is...
2017-11-08
42 min
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How To Get (The Right) Attention From Industry Leaders
Today’s guest is Teju Owoye, CEO and Founder of Sulte Group. Topics include: How to successfully jump off the corporate ladder Why embracing vulnerability (and weakness) will help you succeed How to gain access to (almost) anyone using Gmail hacks The true power of humility How to get the right attention from industry leaders How Tim Ferris’ book The Four-Hour Work Week impacted Teju’s life Teju Owoye is the Founder and CEO of Sulte Group, a digial strategy and marketing agency focused on leveraging brand ambassadors to help companies drive sales. She is...
2017-11-01
43 min
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Turn Yourself Into A Super Connector
Today’s guest is award-winning author and TEDx speaker Jared Kleinert. Topics include: How Jared became a super-connector (and how you can too) Why there is a need for connectors now more than ever The tipping point in relationship building Tips to building a power network Figuring out the “right” people to connect with Practical steps to managing a connector’s life How to meet the people you want to meet Jared Kleinert runs Kleinert Ventures, the “go-to” entrepreneurial marketing consultancy for #1 NYT bestselling authors, founders of iconic brands, Olympians, internationally recognized keynote speakers, Fo...
2017-10-25
44 min
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Why You’re Probably Related to the President Featuring A.J. Jacobs
Today’s guest is New York Times bestselling author A.J. Jacobs. Topics include: The 250 million people family tree The process of building the entire world’s family tree Tips on gaining access to (almost) anyone How to access A-list celebrities How AJ is related to Barack Obama Why a rejection email can be great literature The DNA testing and online family tree revolution A.J. Jacobs is an author, journalist, lecturer and human guinea pig. He has written four New York Times bestsellers that combine memoir, science, humor and a dash of self...
2017-10-18
41 min
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Schmooze Your Way To Success
Today’s guest is Robbie Samuels, bestselling author of Croissants Versus Bagels: Strategic, Effective and Inclusive Networking At Conferences. Topics include: How to publish a book in a crowded marketplace What it really means to be “inclusive” The body language we use at conferences (and why it matters) Why trying to be the alpha can cause missed opportunities The missing piece of the conference conversation How to identify and welcome newcomers Why you should become a regular as quickly as possible Introverts vs. extroverts in the conference space Showing others how to be a good h...
2017-10-11
38 min
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How To Get The Response You Want
One of the biggest challenges in building important relationships is getting people – especially those you thought you had a good rapport with – to get back to you. Luckily, we’ve spent a lot of time cracking this code. In today’s episode we reveal everything you need to know about mastering your communication so you can get the responses you want when you want them. Topics include: The real reason why it is so tough to get responses to our communication How your choice of communication channel affects response rate Why the phone may no longer...
2017-10-04
24 min
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Mastering The New Art Of The Pitch
In today’s episode, we reveal why you should ditch the pitch and start getting people to buy into your ideas instead. During the conversation, we take a deeper look into how you can use your mission (and your why) to strengthen your point of view, show you how to master the “what do you do” conversation, reveal what you should do when your ideas don’t land well with others, and much more. Topics include: Why people tune out when they hear an elevator pitch (and what you should do instead) Selling yourself vs. peopl...
2017-09-27
30 min
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How To Become A Podcasting Rock Star
Today’s guest is Nicole Holland, podcasting wiz and host of The Business Building Rockstars Show. Topics include: Why Nicole absolutely cannot stand PR Getting featured on New & Noteworthy; what is required? Why not caring about downloads will lead to your greatest success Developing relationships with “power-people” Why time is your greatest asset What really makes a great podcast Why connecting with the right host is critical to make it in podcasting The future of the industry: Are podcasts here to stay? Nicole Holland is the woman behind the scenes at interviewsthatconvert.com, and the...
2017-09-20
45 min
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The 3 Biggest Networking Mistakes (And How To Avoid Them)
We all know by now that going to networking events, mixers, and cocktail parties hoping for the universe to drop new business into our laps simply doesn’t work. In fact, sometimes things at live events can go wrong. Really wrong. In today’s episode, we explore what Michael Roderick calls the three biggest Party F-Ups, and reveal how you can avoid these pitfalls – and up your overall networking game – by building better awareness. Topics include: Why people “f-up” at networking events The three party f-ups: Bruce-Willising people, Card to the Face, and the Tom Brady Tr...
2017-09-13
26 min
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The 3 Biggest Networking Mistakes (And How To Avoid Them)
We all know by now that going to networking events, mixers, and cocktail parties hoping for the universe to drop new business into our laps simply doesn’t work. In fact, sometimes things at live events can go wrong. Really wrong. In today’s episode, we explore what Michael Roderick calls the three biggest Party F-Ups, and … Continue reading The 3 Biggest Networking Mistakes (And How To Avoid Them)
2017-09-13
26 min
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Why Every Business Needs A Bit of Community
Today’s guest is Sarah Judd Welch, Founder and Head of Strategy at Loyal. Topics include: How to incorporate community in your business The differences between community and customer service Setting yourself apart and standing out in your niche The different approaches to building a scalable business Turning community into a business opportunity Sarah Judd Welch leads Loyal, a community agency with a very popular weekly, hand-crafted newsletter, Community.is. Sarah has worked with clients ranging from General Electric and National Geographic to Kik and Justworks. Her favorite projects are the ones that are ha...
2017-09-06
38 min
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Expand Your Brain One Book At A Time
A lot of today’s movers and shakers credit their achievements to reading books. So if you want to strike it big in the business world, you’ll need to read the right stuff. In today’s episode, we explore what co-host Michael Roderick calls brain-expanders. During the conversation, we reveal how these books will help you make smarter decisions, … Continue reading Expand Your Brain One Book At A Time
2017-08-30
29 min
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Expand Your Brain One Book At A Time
A lot of today’s movers and shakers credit their achievements to reading books. So if you want to strike it big in the business world, you’ll need to read the right stuff. In today’s episode, we explore what co-host Michael Roderick calls brain-expanders. During the conversation, we reveal how these books will help you make smarter decisions, build meaningful relationships, and everything in between. Topics include: What are the qualities that make a book a brain-expander? Lessons on life from Your Brain at Work by David Rock Brain hacks! When you shouldn’...
2017-08-30
29 min
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How To Make Your Business (And Yourself) A Standout
Today’s guest is Rick Clemons, author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, and host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast. Topics include: How coming out of the closet taught Rick the value of transparency and honesty Going deep before going wide: How to find your own niche How to connect with a broader scope of clients Getting more business through various channels Practical ways to interact with potential clients Why being fully engaged is key when selling something emotional Internet Marketing vs. face-to-face networking and personal relationship building How to ensure you walk...
2017-08-23
35 min
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Turn Your Book Into A Bestseller
A lot of people have gone through the arduous task of writing a book. Perhaps you have gone through several drafts and rewrites, and have finally settled on the right narrative. But now the question becomes clear: what do you do to make your book a big success? Today we show you how it’s done. We break down everything from the writing process to promotion to networking so that all of your hard work pays off in a big way. Topics include: Finding your hook Distinguishing your true target market Creating a manifesto before y...
2017-08-16
29 min
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Why Confidence Is The Key To Success (And How To Get Some) Featuring Lolly Daskal
Today’s guest is Lolly Daskal, CEO of Lead From Within and the bestselling author of The Leadership Gap: What Gets Between You and Your Greatness. Topics include: How to turn the right opportunities into something big What it really means to go the extra mile How to say no and finding creative ways to say yes The RETHINK System Why capabilities + competence = confidence How to be a servant leader Getting back in the ring by building your knowledge through books Measuring success from within The seven leadership archetypes (and why they matter) Lo...
2017-08-09
31 min
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How To Identify Deception
So often on this show we talk about how important it is to give in order to receive. But the world has its fair share of those who take under the guise of giving. Today’s episode is all about unraveling this deception, and what that means when trying to align yourself with people who can be advocates for your success. Topics include: How to be a giver and actively align yourself with other givers The specific tells of a taker – lack of listening, premature-turbo giving, and broadcasting their giving The role of emotion and l...
2017-08-02
19 min
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Persuasion!
On today’s episode we talk to Bushra Azhar about the art of persuasion. Bushra helps the frustrated, the lost, and the uber-confused bulldoze their way through counter-arguments and objections effortlessly and gracefully. Now she shares her secrets with us. Topics include: Why repetition is a key persuasion tactic Surefire ways to attract attention on a crowded Internet A systematic way to persuade Bushra Azhar has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Inc. and 50 other places on the World Wide Web. She has worked with Fortune 500 companies such as Pepsi, Unilever and EY, an...
2017-07-26
39 min
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How To Stop Being Ignored And Start Getting Paid
Everyone wants to become a guru, but no one seems to want to take a real stand on anything. On today’s episode, we talk about what it really takes to build a following around your ideas and make money in the process. It comes down to being contrarian. Many people think that “contrarian” is the same thing as controversial or offensive. Not so. We make the case that being a contrarian means uncovering alternatives to played out common wisdom. Then we give you concrete advice on how to make it happen for yourself. Topics includ...
2017-07-19
29 min
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The One Indispensable Trait All Great Connectors Share
Tony Tjan was one of the first entrepreneurs to recognize the true commercial potential of the Internet. In 1996 he founded the web services firm, ZEFER (now an NEC subsidiary), which grew to more than $100M in annual revenues in a remarkably short period of time. His latest adventure is into the world of writing. His latest book, Good People: The Only Leadership Decision That Really Matters, is on a subject that lies beneath all his success and is the trait that all the best connectors have in common—impeccable personal character. Topics include: Using wr...
2017-07-12
38 min
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Turning Your Side Passion Into a Successful Business
It is not common to turn the craft of hand lettering into a fortune in the 21st Century. Yet that is exactly what Sean McCabe did. After building a massively profitable business centered on this decidedly analog skill, he used digital technology to teach the world about it. His first course on making a living as a hand lettering artist generated six figures in the first three days. The next year, Sean did it again with his course Learn Lettering 2.0. This time he made six figures…in 26 hours. In this episode, we learn his secrets and how to...
2017-07-05
42 min
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Healthy Body, Healthy Business, Healthy Soul
There is no turning back – society has gone fully mobile. It’s now normal to move cities and change jobs with regularity. Unfortunately, changing doctors every time you do so brings with it a whole host of problems. Dr. Jay Parkinson created a high-tech digital interface with a human touch to give patients a consistent home no matter where they roam. It’s good old-fashioned healthcare, upgraded for today’s mobile world. Jay’s take on the healthcare industry has a whole lot to say about the creative process in general. Topics include: How a doctor b...
2017-06-21
27 min
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Social Media For the Rest of Us
Social media is one those things that everyone in business knows they have to figure out at some point to stay competitive. Yet it changes so quickly that by the time you figure out one aspect of it, it’s obsolete. Spencer Smith has a solution. Quite a few of them in fact. The Michaels have heard a lot of lip service over the years about social, but never have they encountered someone who made so much sense on the subject. They wanted to make sure you benefitted from making Spencer’s acquaintance as much as they have.
2017-06-14
32 min
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Turning Connections Into Cash
No matter how much access you have, it won’t amount to much unless you can convert your relationship into dollars. As the Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of The Selling Agency, Shawn Karol Sandy has developed moneymaking sales strategies for some of the nation’s biggest companies. Shawn is also a sought-after speaker and writer and the co-host of The SellOut Show. In today’s episode, Shawn breaks down the real difference between marketing and sales, shows us how to master the price conversation, and reveals the best ways to foster customer relationships. Topics include:
2017-06-07
42 min
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Money, You Got This
Justin Krane is a Money Strategist, public speaker, and author of the hit book Money. You Got This. His insights into all things money have been featured on CBS, Fox Business News, and MSNBC. In today’s episode, Justin breaks down the harsh realities of entrepreneurship, talks about the power of accountability, and shares his unique approach to building relationships with powerful people. Topics include: What you need vs. what your business needs What it means to be “sold” on the idea of success Navigating vulnerabilities and maintaining identity An uncommon recipe for recurring revenue ...
2017-05-10
38 min