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Uphill Athlete PodcastUA Book Club: The Business of Everest with Will Cockrelln the latest episode of the Uphill Athlete podcast, host Steve House talks with author Will Cockrell about his new book Everest, Inc. Cockrell’s book explores the evolution of commercial guiding on Mount Everest. They dive into the origins of the Everest guiding industry, the early trailblazers, and how the mountain shifted from a mountaineering challenge to an endurance experience. Will shares stories of the colorful characters who helped shape the business and the ethical challenges. They also discuss the rise of Nepali-led guiding companies and the evolution and current state of Everest tourism. Everest Inc is available on...2025-04-2255 min
Down To The Tyre PodcastWho will be the strongest rookies in F1 in 2025? With Fleur Rogerson // Season 3, Episode 14We have defrosted after the winter break because it is race week! Join host Gemma and guest Fleur Rogerson as we talk through who will be the strongest rookies in F1 this year, as well as some F2 predictions which will (hopefully) age well.2025-03-1435 min
Hannah's HeartHusbands Walk Through Infertility too, with Will CockrellAnne Cockrell and her husband, Will, recount what walking through infertility was like for Will. What it looks like for a husband to support his wife during such rough times. How husbands just want to “fix it” and what that looks like when you can’t immediately give your wife the baby she’s desiring. How a husband’s desire for a baby may look different than his wife’s desire.2025-01-1826 min
The Point Blank ShowWill Cockrell on the mavericks of Mount EverestWill Cockrell’s book, “Everest Inc” tells the story of “The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World”. It is a refreshing take on climbers who may not have a background in mountaineering but have the means to embrace the suffering and the challenge. Instead of taking a condescending view on these thrill seekers, Will investigates the motivation of both the adventurers and expedition companies who make it all happen.2024-08-2453 min
Indicast - All PodcastsWill Cockrell on the mavericks of Mount EverestWill Cockrell’s book, “Everest Inc” tells the story of “The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World”. It is a refreshing take on climbers who may not have a background in mountaineering but have the means to embrace the suffering and the challenge. Instead of taking a condescending view on these thrill seekers, Will investigates the motivation of both the adventurers and expedition companies who make it all happen.2024-08-2453 minIndicast - All PodcastsWill Cockrell on the mavericks of Mount EverestWill Cockrell’s book, “Everest Inc” tells the story of “The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World”. It is a refreshing take on climbers who may not have a background in mountaineering but have the means to embrace the suffering and the challenge. Instead of taking a condescending view on these thrill seekers, Will investigates the motivation of both the adventurers and expedition companies who make it all happen.2024-08-2453 min
The Duffel Shuffle PodcastWill Cockrell: Everest Inc.Sam and Adrian are joined by author Will Cockrell to discuss his new book titled "Everest Inc." Will, who has covered the Mt Everest climbing season as a journalist for nearly 2 decades, chronicles the development of an industry that, each spring, becomes a focal point of the outdoor media.Everest Inc.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the WorldFeaturing original interviews with mountain guides and climbers—including Jimmy Chin and Conrad Anker—this vivid and authoritative adventure history chronicles one of the least likely industries on guided climbing on M...2024-07-101h 31
Looking Sideways Action Sports PodcastEpisode 231: Will Cockrell - The Business of EverestUse LOOKINGSIDEWAYS for 15% off any Stance socks - and click here to see my other discount codes.--As regular listeners will know, I don't often cover mountaineering and climbing on Looking Sideways.But I knew I had to make an exception for Everest Inc., Will Cockrell's brilliantly written and nuanced exploration of the increasingly commodified world of mountaineering on the world's highest peak.Firstly, as somebody who's been devouring books on climbing, adventure, and exploration since I was a kid, I was intrigued to discover that Will had managed to...2024-06-171h 13Looking Sideways Action Sports PodcastEpisode 231: Will Cockrell - The Business of EverestUse LOOKINGSIDEWAYS for 15% off any Stance socks - and click here to see my other discount codes.--As regular listeners will know, I don't often cover mountaineering and climbing on Looking Sideways.But I knew I had to make an exception for Everest Inc., Will Cockrell's brilliantly written and nuanced exploration of the increasingly commodified world of mountaineering on the world's highest peak.Firstly, as somebody who's been devouring books on climbing, adventure, and exploration since I was a kid, I was intrigued to discover that Will had managed to...2024-06-171h 13
Saturday Morning with Jack TameWill Cockrell: Author and journalist on the commercialisation of Mount Everest and his book ‘Everest Inc: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World’Once seen as an indomitable challenge, Mount Everest has become increasingly commercialised. It’s become a tourist industry, with queues of climbers all waiting to take their photos at the top, paying anywhere between US$65,000 and US$200,000, the VIP experience coming with a higher price tag. Journalist and author Will Cockrell has been climbing mountains for over 30 years and has explored the commercialisation of Mount Everest in his new book ‘Everest Inc: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World’. He joined Jack Tame to dig into the indus...2024-06-0818 min
At the LibraryWill Cockrell: Award-winning writer and journalist in conversation with Dr. Tori Murden McClureWill Cockrell has spent more than twenty years as a senior editor, writer, and consultant for national magazines including Men’s Journal, Outside, Men’s Fitness, and GQ. A former outdoor guide, Cockrell has covered Everest throughout his career.
His debut book, Everest, Inc., is a vivid and authoritative adventure history chronicling one of the least likely industries on Earth.
Featuring original interviews with mountain guides and climbers, Everest, Inc. tells the story of the entrepreneurs who paired raw courage and naked ambition with a new style of expedition planning. Many of them are still livi...2024-05-211h 02Down To The Tyre PodcastOlly Wallace on His Advice for Sports Podcasters // Season 3, Episode 2
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A New AngleWill Cockrell on "Everest, Inc."Will Cockrell is the author of the book Everest, Inc.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World, a fascinating history of the guiding industry on the world’s highest peak.In this episode, Justin and Will discuss how his book challenges misconceptions about Everest, the evolving role of Sherpas, and why this mountain holds such a firm grip on our psyche.Transcript available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zt-grVJHMMEnOSebKku9le5ZAyNhTE1-1sWwkGHD6UQ/edit?usp=sharing This is a public episode. If yo...2024-04-2528 min
Adventure Sports PodcastEp. 1024: The Mt. Everest Industry - Will CockrellAward-winning adventure journalist Will Cockrell took one look at the infamous Everest “traffic jam” photo in 2019 and knew the time had come to dispel the narratives of that pixel-perfect misconception by unpacking the mountain’s far-more thrilling reality. In EVEREST, INC.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World (on sale April 16, 2024; Gallery Books), Cockrell presents the untold and definitive history of guiding on the world’s most famous peak, in all its complicated and exhilarating glory.Will Cockrell is the author of EVEREST, INC. He has spent more than twenty years as...2024-04-2256 min
The Deep DiveEpisode 187: Everest Inc & Climbing Culture w/ Will CockrellPhilip welcomes Will Cockrell climber/author to The Deep Dive to discuss how book Everest Inc. In their conversation, they explore the sometimes harsh realities behind the growing climbing industry and how Mt. Everest in particular has become the epicenter of the global climbing rush.
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Experience the Story, Anywhere, Anytime With Free AudiobookEverest, Inc.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World Audiobook by Will CockrellListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 693906
Title: Everest, Inc.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World
Author: Will Cockrell
Narrator: Pete Simonelli
Format: Unabridged
Length: 09:59:42
Language: English
Release date: 04-16-24
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Genres: Biography & Memoir, World, History & Culture, Travel Tips
Summary:
Featuring original interviews with Everest mountain guides and climbers, this is “a fast-moving, nuanced account of the peak’s transformation from the ultimate mountaineering challenge into a booming business opportunity” (Joshua Hammer, New York Times bestselling author).
Anyone who has read Jon Krakauer’s Into T...2024-04-169h 59
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Title: Everest, Inc.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World
Author: Will Cockrell
Narrator: Pete Simonelli
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 59 minutes
Release date: April 16, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 6
Genres: World
Publisher's Summary:
Featuring original interviews with Everest mountain guides and climbers, this is “a fast-moving, nuanced account of the peak’s transformation from the ultimate mountaineering challenge into a booming business opportunity” (Joshua Hammer, New York Times bestselling author). Anyone who has read Jon Krakauer’s Into Thin Air or has seen...2024-04-169h 59
Stories from the Field: Mental Health and the Outdoors230: Everest Inc.: Debunking Myths with Author Will CockrellIn this episode, Will talks with Will Cockrell, author of the new book, "Everest Inc.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World." Cockrell delves into the untold stories of the Everest guiding industry, offering a nuanced perspective that challenges the sensational narratives often associated with Everest. His book presents a counter-narrative, focusing on the complexity of the industry and the passionate individuals involved, rather than the common portrayals of chaos and disaster on the mountain. Cockrell explains his motivations for writing the book, highlighting his desire to address the oversimplified...2024-04-1652 minStories from the Field: Mental Health and the Outdoors230: Everest Inc.: Debunking Myths with Author Will CockrellIn this episode, Will talks with Will Cockrell, author of the new book, "Everest Inc.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World." Cockrell delves into the untold stories of the Everest guiding industry, offering a nuanced perspective that challenges the sensational narratives often associated with Everest. His book presents a counter-narrative, focusing on the complexity of the industry and the passionate individuals involved, rather than the common portrayals of chaos and disaster on the mountain. Cockrell explains his motivations for writing the book, highlighting his desire to address the oversimplified...2024-04-1652 min
Full Trial Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, History & CultureEverest, Inc.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World by Will CockrellPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/693906 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Everest, Inc.: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World Author: Will Cockrell Narrator: Pete Simonelli Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 59 minutes Release date: April 16, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 6 Genres: History & Culture Publisher's Summary: Featuring original interviews with Everest mountain guides and climbers, this is “a fast-moving, nuanced account of the peak’s transformation from the ultimate mountaineering challenge into a booming business opportunity” (Joshua Hammer, New York Times bestselling author). Anyone who has read Jon Krakauer’s Into Thin Air or h...2024-04-1603 min
By Land Podcast#167 Everest Incorporated with Will CockrellText the show!Will Cockrell joins the podcast to discuss his recently published book detailing the history of Mount Everest, his perspective on the draw of mountaineering, and the connection between suffering and achievement. Will also explains the need to tell the full story of Everest, as well as the misconceptions and negative narratives surrounding the mountain. He challenges the idea of who deserves to climb Everest and questions the romanticism and judgment associated with mountaineering. Our conversation covers various themes related to climbing Everest, including the issue of discounting different approaches, the individualized nature o...2024-04-161h 23
The Podcast on alanarnette.comPodcast Interview with Will Cockrell on his new book Everest IncIn 2024, Everest has become completely commercialized. Shock, right? Well, Will Cockrell's new book, Everest, Inc: The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World, tells us how it happened. If you love Everest, despise it or don't really care, this book has something for everyone.
In this fascinating read, Will did extensive research and uses quotes from original interviews with more than a hundred Western and Sherpa climbers, clients, writers, filmmakers, and even a Hollywood actor; the voices of the people who have made the mountain what it is today.
...2024-04-121h 14
One Dollar WordsGaron CockrellWelcome to 1 Dollar Words, a brand new podcast from The Sonar Network.
Today’s guest – podcast producer and screenwriter Garon Cockrell
Podcast interviews are way more exciting with some money where those mouths are. Host Nug Nahrgang and his guest are each given secret lists of 5 random words. During the interview, for each secret word the guest gets Nug to say, they win $1. But Nug gets $1 back for each word on his list he gets the guest to say! Will the guest win $5? Will they owe Nug $5? What the hell will this interview sound like?! Listen along as w...2024-02-2856 min
Will Talks BizShare Your Story on the Show“This is a great platform to share your story to encourage and to uplift others that may be facing similar situations to you." Episode Highlights 00:00 Entrepreneurship, setbacks, and the power of support. 04:42 Consider your audience before sharing personal stories. 10:40 Sharing stories and gaining perspective from others. 13:47 Opportunities to share your story Email Cassie and Will will@willtalksbiz.com cassie@cammmedia.com Connect with Will: http://www.willtalksbiz.com/ Book I Can’t Read: A Guide to Success Through Failu...2023-12-2013 min
The Reel ReeseThe Reel Holidays 2A sequel to my most personal episode ever, and the official first episode of Season 2!One year ago today, I released my most personal and authentic episode yet, detailing my mental health journey. This year has been a long one, with so many lows and not many highs, but we're still here! This episode delves a bit more into me and where I am mentally right now.Thanks for supporting me! This podcast started as a hobby that I didn't expect 3 or 4 people to listen to. Now look at us. Still small, but growing at...2023-11-2234 min
The Reel ReeseTop 25 Ed Sheeran SongsYep... I made a list ranking my top 25 Ed Sheeran songs. As you all know, he's my favorite artist of all-time lol. The audio might be a bit touchy (some music louder than others, etc.) as I didn't record this in one setting so I might have to adjust my voice levels.I will do this over time, don't worry. For now, though, enjoy the list (and the music before I get copyrighted and have to remove it).2023-07-041h 15
Millionaire 10 year planEpisode 32 intro to series #1: The Making of A MillionaireThis series will be a real life process of an individual becoming a millionaire using a real estate investment strategy.
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Business Is HardCrushing It in Social Selling and Business: An Interview with Rip "The Realtor" PruittJoin host Brandon as he welcomes successful Rip "The Realtor" Pruitt to the Business is Hard podcast. In this episode, Rip shares his expertise on building a brand and attraction system to acquire ideal clients and customers. Brandon introduces Rip as a true example of someone who is "walking the walk" when it comes to social selling, brand building, and business. Rip shares his professional journey, discussing the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship. Listeners will gain insights on how to maintain momentum through the ups and downs of building a business, as well as tips for building a strong...2023-03-2451 min
The Reel ReeseFlanaverse: The Haunting of Hill HouseOur biggest episode yet! This is part 1 of 4 of our major Mike Flanagan discussion series! This is also only half of our initial discussion.I am joined by 3 others: Matt, Rozhan, and Ginny. We had an absolute blast recording this! It's lengthy, but if you love The Haunting of Hill House, I encourage you to listen. We will be covering "The Haunting of Bly Manor", "Midnight Mass", and "The Midnight Club" in 3 following episodes, hope you tune in!2022-12-263h 01
Muckspout - Punk Rock PodcastJosh Caterer - Smoking Popes | Josh Caterer Trio | Jackson MudEpisode Notes
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We talk with Josh Caterer of Smoking Popes about the concept of being a legendary artist, the longevity and evolution of being an artist. Josh talks about how the term ‘legendary’ is relative and only means that someone is talking about you, whether they are saying good or bad things.
He reflects on the level of success the band has achieved and how it means he is only recognized at their shows or i...2022-12-091h 13Hannah's HeartAnne and Will's StoryAnne and Will Cockrell share their unique infertility story filled with heartbreak and hope.2022-10-2925 min
What's Your Theory?The Grafton MonsterWe stay in West Virginia this week to tell the story of the Grafton Monster. Through all the twists and turns in his story was Robert Cockrell telling the truth? Witness the first time Jared and I disagree on a conclusion this time on What's Your Theory!2022-08-151h 06Millionaire 10 year planEpisode 27 Back to School InvestmentToday I will give you a review of how you can prepare to use back to school as your opportunity! Www.millionaire10yearplan.com2022-08-0715 min
The Reel ReeseIntroduction/TrailerWelcome to my Podcast! Still learning the basics, but much better sound will be included in the upcoming episodes!2022-08-0114 minMillionaire 10 year planEpisode 23 Get your money's worth.Today we explore the agents role in helping you find and purchase a home. Certainly not all agents are created equal so Today we will review what you should expect.2022-05-2318 minMillionaire 10 year planEpisode 20 Strength of Real Estate investingIs it still a good idea to invest in real estate if you think there's a crash coming? This episode is going to be an overview that you will probably enjoy hearing about this time time of uncertainty. Www.millionaire10yearplan.com2022-05-0119 minMillionaire 10 year planEpisode 18 Elon Musk InfluenceI consider Elon to be a blessing to our society...he is teaching us new things can happen quickly...I will do the same for you...listen in. Also get the free plan www.millionaire10yearplan.com and if credit is holding you back go to www.millionairecredit.report to get a free consultation...have a fabulous day!2022-04-0818 min
Business Is HardTT - NFTs and how businesses might use them to growIn this episode, Brandon and Misty try to breakdown what NFTs actually are, how businesses might be able to utilize them to grow their sales, grow their brand by creating a more loyal following, and leverage them to create an incredible experience for their customers.
**Disclaimer - We are not NFT, Crypto, or Web3 experts. The information discussed in this podcast is purely based off what we think might happen in the future with these technologies and what opportunities they might present for businesses of all sizes. Please do not take any information provided within this podcast a...2022-02-1844 minBusiness Is HardBIC - Personal Training & SOPsMaghan confirmed that I was right about working out with a personal trainer. It will completely change your life in a lot of ways! We are also working on our SOPs for each department to make sure we can continue to grow without risking our level of service or results.2022-02-1711 minBusiness Is HardTrending Thoughts (TT) - Hit Your Goals By Giving Up ControlOver the years, host Brandon Cockrell has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs to help them get their small businesses up and running. While some have seen great success, many leave their markets within the first couple of years. In today’s episode, Brandon and Misty discuss how to stop getting in the way of your own success.
When it comes to hiring someone new through partnership or employment, it is always important to hand over some control. Even though it can be hard to let go, you cannot grow your business without the help and input of others. When you tr...2022-02-1128 minMillionaire 10 year planEpisode 9 The Error of Your WaysToday we discuss how your actions will effect your choice and freedom...Financial actions. Join me for the millionaire 10 day challenge where we take one year each day to explore 1 year of the millionaire 10 year plan. Www.millionaire10yearplan.com2022-01-3007 minBusiness Is HardAre Amazon’s New Retail Stores Good?Have you heard that Amazon is planning to open its first retail store within the next year? While many people may view this as another chance for big companies to crush small businesses, host Brandon Cockrell thinks otherwise. In today’s episode, Brandon explains why this new trend could be an advantage to your business model.
Since Amazon has always been an online shopping platform, it has taken away the experience of traditional retail shopping. While there are many perks to online shopping, consumers miss the face-to-face interaction that retail shopping provides. Not only will your product be...2022-01-2812 minBusiness Is HardTrending Questions - What's The Value of a Mentor?When you are first starting a business, you can't have the answers to everything. While you can navigate through challenges on your own, having someone with experience by your side will help you build your business faster. In today’s episode, hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero discuss the advantages of having a professional mentor.
Whether you are looking for emotional support, someone to hold you accountable, or to accelerate your business, having a mentor is necessary. For Brandon, having a mentor keeps him inspired. Not only do they offer insight into unfamiliar situations, but they also as...2022-01-1416 minBusiness Is HardDocumenting The Journey #2 - Launching!When starting a business, it is common for entrepreneurs to be consumed by their desires for perfection. Striving for perfection is normal when starting a business, but hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero explain that mistakes are essential to the entrepreneurial process. In today’s episode, your hosts discuss how to conquer your fears and launch the business of your dreams.
Running your own business can give you financial freedom, but it is important to understand that starting a business is no small task. Rather than succumbing to your doubts and failures, Brandon explains that getting immediate ex...2022-01-0752 minBusiness Is HardA Winning Strategy For Low Profit MarginsRegardless of your budget, successful marketing and advertising are doable, but it all boils down to your strategy. In today's episode, hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero discuss the key to creating a winning strategy with low-profit margins.
New entrepreneurs make the mistake of selling to new customers at the beginning of their entrepreneurial journey. Instead of focusing your time on running expensive ad campaigns, Brandon says it is important to initially focus on building your database. If you can get consumers off the main platforms and into your personal database, you will earn their attention, build...2021-12-3023 minBusiness Is HardHow You Compete Against FREE and WINWhen it comes to marketing campaigns, what you offer will determine your success. In today’s episode, hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero discuss how it is possible to compete against free services and still win over customers.
In a competitive market, many new business owners offer services for free to get customers in their door. While this tactic works, Brandon says there are more effective ways to pull in customers and keep your profit. According to Brandon, the one thing that excites consumers more than free services is fast services. If you can provide a quality se...2021-12-2311 minBusiness Is HardUsing Your Passion To Make MoneyHave you ever heard the saying, “do what you love, and you’ll never have to work a day in your life?” According to hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero, this phrase can be devastatingly misleading. In today’s episode, Brandon and Misty discuss how to properly monetize your passion.
When Brandon entered the workforce, he was thrilled to have a job opportunity doing what he loves most: golfing. However, the initial excitement quickly wore off when he realized that he was mixing passion and money. Since he relied on this job to pay his bills, Brandon no longe...2021-12-1722 minBusiness Is HardMistakes & Lessons - Simplicity Wins!When opening a new business, every entrepreneur makes the mistake of doing too much. According to hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero, the best way to grow your business is actually by doing less. In today’s episode, your co-hosts discuss the importance of simplicity!
Rather than trying to implement everything at once, Brandon explains that new entrepreneurs should focus on one strategy at a time. When you have mastered one product, it will be easier to expand your services, hire more employees, and maintain your personal well-being. Even though simplifying your business might mean offering less, it...2021-12-1009 minBusiness Is HardDocumenting The JourneyHave you ever felt plagued by self-doubt when launching something new for your business? According to hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero, this feeling is something every entrepreneur experiences from time to time. In today’s episode, Brandon and Misty discuss how to deal with times of challenge.
Whether you’ve just opened your business or you need to step in a new direction with your business, imposter syndrome will always find a way to creep up on you. Rather than allowing those negative thoughts to consume your mind, Brandon says it’s important to become self-aware and re...2021-11-261h 04Business Is HardActivity Cures AllAs a new entrepreneur searching for business opportunities, you might find yourself with a lot of downtime. Rather than sitting around, it's important to fill your time with productive activities to boost your business. In today’s episode, hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero discuss why activity cures all.
There will always be moments in life where things are slow, and if you’re new to the entrepreneurial game, you will likely notice that you have more time on your hands. To advance your business, Brandon suggests dedicating your downtime to getting your name out there. Whether it b...2021-11-1924 minBusiness Is HardGetting Clear On Your MissionTo achieve your goals as a business owner, it is important to stay aligned with your intentions. In today's episode, hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero discuss how to accomplish your goals by getting clear on your mission.
According to co-host Misty, the way to reach our business goals is by getting real with ourselves. Ask yourself questions about what goals you want to accomplish and the actions needed to achieve said goal, even if that means trying something new or letting go of old habits. Ultimately, you have to be willing to put in the effort...2021-11-0520 minBusiness Is HardShould You Really Take Responsibility?As a business owner, it is important to understand that things are not always going to go as planned. It can be easy to get caught up in the negativity of change, so you and your business must take responsibility and get ahead of the negativity. In today’s episode, hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero discuss how you can take back your power by owning up to your mistakes.
We are the creators of our reality, and how we choose to react to situations will impact our outcomes. When it comes to conflict resolution, rather than fo...2021-10-2913 minBusiness Is HardOpening Up About Mental Health“When we care for our inner selves, our outer world changes too,” says host Misty Romero. In a society that negatively stigmatizes mental health, it has been ingrained in many of us to not reach out for help. Despite society’s standards, mental health is just as important as physical health. In today’s episode, your hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero tackle the controversial topic of mental health and how it relates to your business.
Growing up, Brandon witnessed his parents struggling with their mental health without ever seeking help. As he adjusted to adulthood, Brandon recogniz...2021-10-2254 minBusiness Is HardThe Future of Digital & Social Advertising“With all of the recent changes to Facebook, it is important now more than ever to diversify your business,” says host Brandon Cockrell. In today’s digital age, there are a variety of ways that you can expand your marketing efforts. In this episode, your hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero discuss the future of digital and social marketing and how to keep your business ahead.
Brandon would tell any business owner to work on diversifying now. While Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram will always be industry leaders, there are platforms that are currently rivaling them and according to Bra...2021-10-0811 minBusiness Is HardThe Uncomfortable Truth About Comfort ZonesAre your fears keeping you from taking your business to the next level? Hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero explain that feelings of nervousness are normal when you are learning to do something new. In this episode, your hosts discuss how to get outside of your comfort zone so you can grow your business.
According to Brandon Cockrell, the fastest way to see success is by doing things that make you feel uncomfortable. Rather than hiding behind your fears, Brandon suggests jumping straight in and committing to confronting them. After you’ve put in consistent work, Mistry ex...2021-10-0128 minBusiness Is HardAre You Trying to Find Yourself?“I’ve cleared out the grief, and made room for joy,” says co-host Misty Romero. Throughout her life, Misty has experienced several traumatic events that have resulted in poor decision-making. After years of pushing aside her feelings, Misty realized she was preventing herself from achieving true success. In early 2020, Misty decided it was time to set aside her fear and find a way to live a mentally healthy life.
While searching for ways to heal herself, Misty was encouraged by a spiritual healer to try ayahuasca, a plant used in therapeutic ceremonies in Peru. After further research, Misty...2021-09-1739 minBusiness Is HardThe Key To Future Proofing Your BusinessAs we evolve in the digital age, rules and regulations are continuously changing. Most online business owners take advantage of Facebook and Instagram, the two largest platforms, to run ads and get their brand out in the open. However, in recent months, entrepreneurs have had to undergo updates that have made tracking data more challenging. In today’s episode, your hosts Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero, discuss the keys to future-proofing your digital presence.
According to Brandon, his clients that are seeing increased success are doing two things: diversifying and focusing on conversion rate optimization. He explains th...2021-09-1024 minBusiness Is HardIncrease Your Sales by Doing This...“Sales is just having a human-to-human conversation to decide whether or not you can help each other, but people tend to overthink it,” says Brandon Cockrell. In today’s episode, your hosts Brandon and Misty, break down a simple way to increase the success of your sales calls.
According to Brandon, the first thing to do on any sales call is to get the buyer’s guard down. You want the potential buyer to trust you enough to open up about their motives and once you understand what is driving them, you can assess whether or not you woul...2021-09-0315 minBusiness Is HardAvoid These Common Q4 Mistakes to Maximize Your SalesQ4 is arguably the most important time in the business calendar year. It provides time for businesses, particularly eCommerce brands, to acquire new customers and increase their earnings. However, due to a lack of planning, business owners often miss out on this golden opportunity to further their business. In this episode, your host Brandon Cockrell and Misty Romero discuss how to adequately plan for Q4 so you can increase your sales and profit.
As the summer comes to an end, the average consumer is occupied with last-minute vacations and adjusting to the new school year. This means...2021-08-2723 minBusiness Is HardWhat does the future look like for digital and e-commerce marketing?In this episode we dive into the current state of digital marketing and discuss what the next 6, 12, 24 months hold for the industry. Will there still be an opportunity for brands to achieve success online or will all of these changes diminish the opportunities for success online? Will there be another main platform that takes over Facebook and Google or will there be a need to market across multiple platforms to get the best results? We discuss each of these questions along with a ton of other valuable information to help anyone trying to grow their brand. 2021-06-0509 min
MichMashDarrion CockrellWelcome back to Mich Mash. Today our guest is Darrion Cockrell. He is a Physical Education teacher at Lindbergh Schools, Crestwood Elementary in St. Louis. He was selected by a committee of his peers and education partners across the state as the 2021 Missouri Teacher of the Year.
[00:01 – 10:39] Being Weird and Wacky with Darrion
I introduce and give a brief background about our guest
Darrion talks about being an enthusiastic person
He also talks about his steps in breaking free from difficulties
Breaking-free from being a Gang Member
[10:40 – 18:18] Teacher of the Year: Darrion Cockrell
What...2021-04-1823 min
Huskies Hockey InsiderJared Cockrell excited to get back on the east coast, have family at NCAA regionalJared Cockrell grew up in Maine and played four seasons for Colgate University in Hamilton, N.Y. Despite being about a two-hour drive away from Colgate, Cockrell said he has never been to Times Union Center in Albany, N.Y. That is where the NCAA Division I Northeast Regional men's hockey tournament will be played on Saturday and Sunday. Cockrell, a senior forward, will be playing in his first NCAA tournament game for the St. Cloud State men's hockey team when the Huskies play Boston University at 5:30 p.m. Saturday (ESPNEWS). A graduate transfer, Cockrell is looking...2021-03-2530 min
#ADOS TalksADOS Is my NameI will discuss why I think so much controversy is attached to the decision to claim a name ADOS. (American Decendants of Slavery).
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The Socially Distant Craft Club PodcastThe Socially Distant Craft Club -- TRAILERHi! I'm Coty, and every week I'll be hosting a brand new podcast called The Socially Distant Craft Club podcast. It's a show all about finding community through crafting "in these uncertain times". Every episode will feature a special guest, and together we'll answer your questions, share stories and advice, and dig into all things crafting. From cosplay to macrame, we love it all!
If you like to paint, or sew, or make music, or knit, or bake, or even build taxidermy squirrel diaramas, this show is for you!
Subscribe to...2020-10-2200 minBusiness Is HardShort Clip - Focusing on the long termFocusing on the customers and clients that aren't ready to buy yet but will be in the next 3-6-12 months can drastically change your sales and marketing results. 2020-07-3000 min
The Online Counselling Podcast059 - Ray BarrettSo good to be back after quite a hiatus. As our field is rapidly changing due to the Covid 19 Pandemic and therapists all over the world are being forced to work from home, I thought it would be a great idea to put out a few new episodes. And I couldn’t think of a better guest that Raymond Barrett. He is the founder of Telehealth Certification Institute and has been training therapist on TeleMental health for years. He is incredibly knowledgeable about how the regulations are changing in the last few days and I’...2020-05-0733 min
Chronicles of the Essence GuardEssence House - Chapter Nine: The Catch-22A tragic event befalls Essence House that will have ramifications for all of time.2020-05-0622 min
Chronicles of the Essence GuardEssence House - Chapter Five: An Exchange of TrustThe displaced pair have been in 1995 for weeks with Tim in a coma. A desperate Tristan finds an ally in a friendly acquaintance. Will they find a way out of this situation? And what exactly are they returning to?2020-03-1125 min
The Online Counselling PodcastNEW PODCAST - Finding Therapy - PromoThis is a teaser for my new Podcast, Finding Therapy! Fans of The Online Counselling Podcast will find the same great content with Finding Therapy. Thank you to the tens of thousands who have enjoyed The Online Counselling Podcast, I am glad to be back! Please subscribe and enjoy!2020-03-1108 min
Jeaneen SpeaksEP 5 - Nurse Robyn talks Sex in “her generation”.EP5: June series about sex continues. Ok I didn’t think I was THAT old. This young 20 something year old nurse(Nurse Robyn) has made me want to scream!!! Lol. This sex talk is serious and I promise you will be entertained. She talks about how “her generation” isn’t looking at sex to find a spouse and “my generation” was secretly gettin it on but acted like we weren’t. Hahaha. This was a fun discussion.2019-06-1841 minJeaneen SpeaksE2: June Series - Sex is important in relationshipsFrom elementary school blow jobs to wives no longer doing what she used to do.....this episode will keep you engaged the entire time.2019-06-0638 min
Y’all and MeWhy Have Regret?Why are you not doing what you want? Will you have regrets?2019-06-0311 min
Linchpin Sales SecretsSimple Video Strategy That Will Have Customers Coming To You Over Your CompetitorsLatest episode of Linchpin Sales Secrets2019-05-2201 minJeaneen SpeaksWho is “All Things Dorothy’s Daughter” anyway?Please forgive the horrible background sound. I was so excited to get this episode out that I recorded it while driving. That made for some pretty bad background noise. I will get better so stay tune. I look forward to your feedback.2019-04-3013 minThe Online Counselling Podcast051 - TheraPlatformIt’s been a few weeks since we’ve had a new episode, but I think this will be worth the wait! Today we speak with Beata Klarowska, who is the co-founder of TheraPlatform.com. She is a speech and language pathologist who saw a need for a tele-therapy platform that provided interactive forms and HIPAA compliant connection for therapists and clients. This platform has tons of great options and is very affordable. And they are designed for all sorts of disciplines, but it is perfect for psychotherapists who want a secure, affordable tele-therapy options. And most exciting: They Offe...2017-11-0131 min
GeekRantGeekRant #295 - Bad Name. Important Concept.Once again the guys discuss the ongoing attacks on Net Neutrality and why we as geeks will be the hardest hit when it's gone.2017-07-2601 minThe Online Counselling Podcast046 - John Wilson - Co-Founder / Online EventsOnce we leave grad school and start out as professional counselors, it is of the utmost importance to keep learning! My wife once said she wanted to be known as a “Life Long Learner” and that should be all of us. It’s important to know the latest developments in our field and to keep abreast of different approaches. But it’s difficult to do this. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a library of video chats that provides continuing education for helping professionals? Well John Wilson and his sister...2017-06-2840 minThe Online Counselling Podcast041 - Megan Peterson - 2nd Chance Counseling ServiceEvery day I find talented and entrepreneurial therapists who are using technology to reach their clients in powerful and unique ways. Recently I was introduced to Megan Peterson who is the founder of 2 nd Chance Counseling Service. They are an Addictions Counseling Service that uses tele-medicine to help clients in their recovery process. They work both with initial contact clients and with clients who are stepping down from inpatient facilities – offering membership in a program that will take them through the steps of recovery with support and co...2017-05-2435 minThe Online Counselling Podcast035 - Jeffrey Frank LCSWJeffrey Frank, LCSW Today is the beginning of a new series for the podcast. I will be interviewing current members of the Online Counselling Directory – to highlight their journey to and experience with online therapy and how they are using technology in their practices and how they are growing their practices. My goal is to highlight our members so that we can continue to get to know one another, learn from one another, and continue to grow what is becoming a very supportive community. I’m very honored that our first guest is Jeffrey Frank in Sarasota Flor...2017-01-2544 minThe Online Counselling Podcast028 - Funmilade TaiwoEver wonder about mental health care in Africa? Today we get to talk to Funmilade Taiwo who is passionate about ending Mental Healthcare stigma in Nigeria and improving access to care. In his upcoming project – he will be assisting mental health care providers to create an online presence and helping clients find counselors that can meet their needs. He has created PsyndUp which is going to become the Psychology Today of Africa. He’s working to elevate the field and bring transparency and ease to finding the counseling help that his fellow countrymen need. A fascinating man – he is impact...2016-09-1429 minThe Online Counselling Podcast017 - Daniel FavaIf you spend much time on any of the online forums that support therapists and help us think in a more business like way – you will see the name Daniel Fava pop up over and over. He seems to always be there adding bits of value and advice on marketing and web site design and I just had to meet him. So today – we get to talk with Daniel about his web design business: createmytherapistwebsite.com. From his home in Atlanta, Daniel talks to us about his journey (via his amazing wife) into the counseling world and about his proc...2016-06-0136 minThe Online Counselling Podcast015 - Rob Reinhardt, LPCS, M.Ed, NCCRob Reinhardt of Tame Your Practice, is a leading voice in the area where counseling meets technology. He brings his knowledge of tech, ethics, business and marketing to the world of counseling – and as a counselor himself with a successful group practice – he knows what he is talking about. You will find Rob to be a great advocate of online counseling – when done correctly and ethically – and today we talk about just how to do that. His motto is very similar to mine: it’s not about being afraid – it’s about being informed. Rob consults with therapist in a very tailore...2016-05-1449 minThe Online Counselling Podcast002 - Karissa Brennan, LMHC, DCCI’m very excited to welcome Karissa Brennan to the podcast. We met through a mutual contact at BNI. BNI stands for Business Networking International and it is an amazing organization that allows for small business owners to network with each other and build their referral base. You will hear a lot about BNI from me because I’m a big supporter – as is Karissa. You can learn more about them from BNI.com. Karissa is a fellow New Yorker and has a very interesting practice – she works online via video cam, texting and instant messaging. We get to talk abo...2015-11-2924 minGeekRantEDL #209 - Whining and SpeculationWhere are the next leaders of the tech industry? Will the next Bill Gates and Steve Jobs please stand up?2015-10-1401 minGeekRantEDL #198 - Paradise LostHas technology failed to live up to its promise? Is the Internet a failed experiment in unlimited freedom? Will we all be better off once Skynet takes over?2015-07-0101 minGeekRantEDL #172 - A Date Which Will Live In InfamyMark and Seth take a tour through the news of the week with a enough pitstops and tangents along the way to keep everyone guessing.2014-12-1001 minGeekRantEDL #149 - Our Digital LegacyWhat are we leaving behind for the generations who follow us? Where will the next diary of Anne Frank be found? Will data rot be the next burning of Alexandria?2014-06-2501 minGeekRantEDL #145 - Have Geek Will TravelSteve McLaughlin, the Door to Door Geek from the Podnutz network joins us this week for a fun discussion which just might include a rant or two of his own!2014-05-2801 min
The Art of PodcastingArt Of Podcasting #25 - Setting the ToneFor this week's show the guys discuss the responsibility of the host to set the tone for not just his podcast, but for his entire community. Will you be casual, professional, family-friendly or profane? It's up to you!2012-10-0301 min
The Periodic TablePeriodic Table #24 - She Probably Makes a Good BreakfastThis week, Mark Cockrell, Steve Cherubino and Corey Knapp come together to find that dumb criminals exist all over the world, unicycle riding is better naked, churches will sue you if you tick them off and you shouldn't live with arsonist!2012-05-1901 min
Tightwad TechTightwad Tech #92 - Where's the Picnik?This week Mark and Shawn are once again by Derrick Waddell as he discusses his search for a replacement to Picnik.com- an online video editing service that has been purchased by Google and will soon be scrapped.2012-03-2900 minGeekRantEDL #44 - Customizing the Linux DesktopThis week Chris, Mark and Aaron welcome the Prodigal Seth back for their discussion about customizing the Linux desktop, including a converstion about whether computing devices of the near future will even be customizable.2012-03-2101 min