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Solving Amazon Seller Woes: The Riverbend Consulting Story Lesley Hensell, Riverbend Consulting – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1034 Lesley Hensell Lesley Hensell is co-founder of Riverbend Consulting, whose 85+employees solve problems fore-commerce sellers. Lesley over sees Riverbend’s service team, and she has personally helped hundreds of sellers get suspended Amazon accounts and ASINs up and running. She has been an Amazon seller for more than a decade. A lifelong Longhorns fan, Lesley earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin. She volunteers for A Wish with Wings, a wish-granting organization for little Texans with life-threatening conditions, and she serves on theBoard of Directors for Hallie’s Heroes, which funds bone marrow matches and medical research for kids with cancer and critical illnesses. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Lesley Hensell about solving Amazon seller woes. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How sellers can get kicked off Amazon for various reasons including violations of Amazon’s code of conduct and customer complaints. - Why processes and efficiencies are crucial for managing high volumes of clients and maintaining profit margins. - Why Amazon suspends 1-2% of its sellers each year. - How Riverbend Consulting helps sellers of all sizes find success through selling on Amazon. - How Riverbend Consulting as ex-Amazon employees on its team to bring in a wealth of knowledge. Connect with Lesley: Guest Contact Info X @RiverbendConsul Instagram @riverbendconsulting Facebook facebook.com/RiverbendConsultingLLC LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/riverbend-consulting-amz Links Mentioned: riverbendconsulting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Demystifying Virtual Assistants Barbara Turley, The Virtual Hub – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1033 Barbara Turley Barbara Turley’s mission is to eradicate business overwhelm and remove the friction that stunts growth by helping clients to optimize their operations using offshore teams of virtual assistants, clever automations and streamlined processes. The Virtual Hub makes this happen every day through virtual assistants who can aid with digital marketing, social media and administrative support plus consultants & system architects who optimize platforms and processes for growing businesses. The Virtual Hub is a virtual assistant company with the added advantage of an operational efficiency consulting and implementation team. Rather than doing business “the usual way,” they actually create their own virtual assistant successes (and yours) through deep training programs (including software like Hubspot and Ontraport) as well as ongoing career development and customized coaching to best serve each of their clients. Barbara proudly wears the label of Founder and CEO at The Virtual Hub as well as the titles wife and mom. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Barbara Turley about how to leverage virtual assistants. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How many business owners face the problem of needing staff to implement strategies but don’t have time to hire employees. - Why business owners shouldn’t expect virtual outsourcing to magically solve all their problems. - How delegation is key, but many people struggle to relinquish control and properly communicate their needs to virtual assistants. - Why it’s vital for entrepreneurs to map their processes and systematize tasks to delegate effectively while retaining control over the business. - How AI is not a tool that can replace human workers, but it is a tool that people should utilize. Connect with Barbara: Guest Contact Info Instagram @thevirtualhubltd Facebook facebook.com/TheVirtualHubLtd LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/the-viritual-hub-ltd Links Mentioned: thevirtualhub.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Entrepreneurial Success Through Strategic Business Diversification Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort, Kort Industries – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1032 Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort After being best friends for 25 years, Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort started doing business together in 2015. They started purchasing buildings together in Texas. This partnership catapulted their success. Together the duo has founded multiple eight-figure companies - Houston Motorsports, Kort Industries, and Mohave Storage. Since their partnership began in 2015, Mike & Bo have built a portfolio of 43 companies and over $150,000,000 in commercial real estate. They are involved in 14 different industries - motorsports, industrial fabrication, specialty services, construction, and self-storage to name a few. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort about finding entrepreneurial success through strategic business diversification. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How it’s important to build partnerships that align with your company and specific areas of expertise. - Why reinvesting profits from business to real estate allows for long-term growth. - How investing in properties that are at least 30% undervalued is smart and strategic move to make - Why it’s vital to work with a strong team filled with like-minded individuals. - How bringing value to your audience and simplifying business concepts for beginners is a recipe for success. Connect with Mike and Bo: Guest Contact Info 928-605-4335 Links Mentioned: Mikeandbo.biz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Revolutionizing Charitable Giving with Wishes.Inc Chase Harmer, Wishes.Inc – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1031 Chase Harmer Chase Harmer has spent 26+ years as a payments entrepreneur and was one of the pioneers of virtual credit card technology. After building several companies and creating 7 patents since 2013, Chase leverages his past successes to give back to the community and help other entrepreneurs building businesses as a Lecturer and Mentor at the Founders Institute. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Chase Harmer about revolutionizing charitable giving with Wishes.Inc. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How Wishes.Inc aims to make charitable donations transparent, tax-deductible, and rewarding for donors. - Why donors should understand the impact of their contributions and understand the importance of charitable giving. - How many charitable donations lack transparency making it so donors don’t know how their money is being used. - Why using technology can help create transparency in the charitable giving space. - How having transparency can help build trust between donors and nonprofits. Connect with Chase: Guest Contact Info X @Wishesgives Instagram @wishesgives Facebook facebook.com/wishesgives LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/wishesinc Links Mentioned: wishes.inc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
40 Laws of Spiritual Leadership Daniel Aaron, The Art of Vibrant Living – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1030 Daniel Aaron Daniel Aaron is an inspirational author, coach, and transformational entertainer. As a visionary leader directing The Art of Vibrant Living, a globally acclaimed company dedicated to entertainment, education, and empowerment, his life's mission is deeply rooted in service. Daniel's unparalleled insights and transformative strategies empower individuals to elevate their vibration, take decisive actions, and bridge the gap between their aspirations and tangible realities. With profound expertise in Spiritual Leadership and Human Potential, Daniel has catalyzed life transformations for tens of thousands of students and clients. His impact extends across various domains, from hosting the captivating Live Video Show podcast "The Art of Vibrant Living Show" to coaching individuals to unlock their true potential and performing before audiences to optimize purpose, profit, and passion. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Daniel Aaron about the 40 laws of spiritual leadership. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How imposter syndrome is a common challenge people face when pursuing their goals. - Why imposter syndrome is a sign of growth and how you should embrace it. - How spiritual leadership involves influencing and having a positive impact on others and should include self-acceptance, self-love, and giving back to the world. - How spiritual entrepreneurship combines business success with spiritual values. - Why some entrepreneurs feel incongruent or unsatisfied despite financial success. Connect with Daniel: Guest Contact Info Instagram @danielaaronunlimited Facebook facebook.com/danielaaron108 LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/danielaaron Links Mentioned: danielaaron.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Attracting A-Players: Hiring Secrets Revealed Kolby Goodman, BestFirstNow – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1029 Kolby Goodman Kolby Goodman is the founder of the consulting and training firm, BestFirstNow, and has been successfully providing programs in strategic hiring, employee engagement, and retention for over 10 years. Kolby partners with small and large companies to investigate and resolve core issues related to poor hiring decisions, high turnover, and disconnected teams. He's partnered with Panasonic, Marriott Hotels, Banner Health, Yelp, several universities and schools, national professional organizations, and nonprofits to provide tailored workshops that have helped leaders take a more purposeful and personal approach to finding the right talent that has enabled them to stop hiring simply "qualified" candidates and onboard impactful problem solvers. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Kolby Goodman about attracting A-player employees. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How business owners and leaders must create a positive candidate experience. - Why businesses should focus on attracting candidates who can make their lives easier. - How many job seekers are not effectively communicating their skills and abilities. - Why businesses need to be more strategic in their hiring approach. - How employers should focus on hiring for long-term success rather than short-term fixes. Connect with Kolby: Guest Contact Info LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/kolbygoodman Links Mentioned: bestfirstnow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Let Your Business Burn Scott Beebe, MyBusinessOnPurpose.com – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1028 Scott Beebe Scott Beebe is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), founder of MyBusinessOnPurpose.com and author of Let Your Business Burn: Stop Putting Out Fires, Discover Purpose, And Build A Business That Matters. Scott hosts the Business On Purpose podcast sharing real stories of how he and the BOP team are working with business owners and their key leaders to build people, purpose, process, and profit using the Business On Purpose Roadmap to liberate businesses from the chaos of working IN their business and help them get their lives back. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Scott Beebe about his book, Let Your Business Burn. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How vision, mission, and unique core values in a business are vital for success. - Why business owners leak money when they don’t subdivide their finances into different accounts. - How the flow of cash can affect a business’s financial health. - Why you should have a coach who emphasizes the importance of personal life integration. - How business owners shouldn’t feel overwhelmed and like they constantly have to put out fires. Connect with Scott: Guest Contact Info Links Mentioned: mybusinessonpurpose.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hello My Name is Awesome Alexandra Watkins, Eat My Words – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1027 Alexandra Watkins Alexandra Watkins is the leading authority on brand names with buzz. If you have ever sunk your teeth into a Wendy’s Baconator, you have literally eaten her words. For nearly 20 years, Alexandra and her boutique naming firm, Eat My Words, have created love-at-first sight brand names for countless entrepreneurs and startups. Her "Name Hall of Fame" includes frozen yogurt franchise Spoon Me, the robotic vacuum Neato, dog GPS Retriever, and Spanish language school Gringo Lingo. Alexandra's breakthrough branding book, Hello, My Name Is Awesome: How To Create Brand Names That Stick," is considered the Brand Name Bible and was named an Inc. Magazine Top 10 Marketing Book. She is a former Author in Residence at the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Alexandra Watkins about her book, Hello, My Name is Awesome. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How having the right business name can open doors for a business and hep it last longer than any other investment. - Why your business name should be suggestive and evoke a positive brand experience. - How AI can help generate business names, they lack the human touch and professional judgment. - Why you shouldn’t name your business based on the availability of a domain name. - How it’s important for entrepreneurs to stay relevant and ahead of the curve. Connect with Alexandra: Guest Contact Info X @eatmywords Instagram Facebook facebook.com/EatMyWordsNames LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/eat-my-words Links Mentioned: eatmywords.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Power of AI in Business Jeff MacPherson, XAgency AI – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1026 Jeff MacPherson With over 7 years in the tech sector, Jeff MacPherson is synonymous with innovation and resilience. Noted for developing disruptive SaaS technologies, including a pioneering social media network tool that set new industry standards, Jeff showcases an uncanny ability to push beyond conventional boundaries. Despite facing setbacks, his relentless spirit and leadership continue to drive groundbreaking projects, solidifying his stature as a force to be reckoned with in the technological arena. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Jeff MacPherson about the power of AI in business. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How XAgency AI helps business navigate AI, especially in areas of demand and fulfillment. - How AI can help create social media content based on customer feedback - How AI can grade leads and improve efficiency of sales teams. - How real-time translation by AI enables businesses to expand into different markets. - How AI should be used as a co-pilot to enhance businesses, save time, and can lead to exponential growth. Connect with Jeff: Guest Contact Info Instagram @xagencyai Facebook facebook.com/xagencyai Links Mentioned: XAgency.ai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Nine Figure Mindset: Achieving Over 100 Million in Net Worth Brandon Dawson, Cardone Ventures – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1025 Brandon Dawson A respected and sought-after lecturer and CEO advisor on entrepreneurship, leadership, and business-building strategies, Brandon Dawson specializes in creating value for businesses operating in industries with poor single- or multi-unit economies of scale, industry consolidation, or increasing large-scale competition. Brandon believes that people move businesses, and therefore is dedicated to helping his clients, colleagues, and employees achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals. As the founder of Audigy Group, Brandon grew the company from $500,000 in revenue in 2005 to approximately $35 million in 2016, when he sold it for $151 million—77 times—EBITDA on the basis of its model for fast, scalable business growth, which incorporates unique business operations methodologies, technology platforms, and leadership and performance development programs. The Portland Business Journal honored Audigy as one of its Fastest Growing Private Companies for six consecutive years. Inc. chose Audigy five times as a member of the Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000; twice as a winner of the Inc. Hire Power Award for outstanding success in job creation; and twice as one of the Top 100 Places to Work. Brandon has twice been named a finalist for Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the Pacific Northwest. At the age of 29, Brandon listed Sonus Corporation and rang the Opening Bell on the American Stock Exchange, as the founder of Sonus. He served as its CEO for seven years, raising $38 million in four equity transactions and $20 million in strategic debt financing. He acquired over 100 businesses, creating the Sonus Network of over 1,000 locations. In addition to these accomplishments, Brandon has identified and negotiated over $750 million in a variety of real estate and other financial transactions as a partner, principal, and representative. Most recent, Brandon Co-Founded Cardone Ventures and 10X Health with Grant Cardone. Cardone Ventures has gone from a pure start up 45 months ago, to generating over $150 million in revenue with no outside capital, debt, or funding. This was done by using the elements Brandon teaches and applies in his business. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Brandon Dawson about achieving over 100 million dollars in net worth. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How wealth isn’t created overnight, so patience is key. - Why you don’t need a college education to break out and build something significant. - How resilience and the ability to identify patterns of decision-making can lead your business to success. - How there are seven specific breakpoints to scale a business from zero to $125 million in revenue and what they are. - Why having a good mentor and coach is vital to starting and scarling a successful business. Connect with Brandon: Guest Contact Info Links Mentioned: ninefiguremindset.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Empowering Female Entrepreneurs with The Finance Femme Kendra Nicole, The Finance Femme – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1024 Kendra Nicole Kendra Nicole is a wife, mom, podcast host, and Texas resident. She is the CEO of The Finance Femme® - a full-service accounting and Fractional CFO firm. And the co-founder of Minted Lanes - a boutique tax prep & tax strategy firm that she co-founded with her wife. After graduating from Clemson University (Corporate Finance and Accounting), Kendra quickly moved up the corporate ladder while working for corporations such as GE. After sitting in hundreds of boardroom meetings and witnessing the power in the CEO/CFO relationship, she took her boardroom experience and founded The Finance Femme® to support businesswomen with intentional CFO support. She expanded her Accounting & Fractional CFO support to provide tax prep & strategy in a unique and purposeful way. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Kendra Nicole about empowering female entrepreneurs. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How businesses must pay attention to their numbers, or they might face financial uncertainty despite high revenue. - Why business owners should focus on ROI spending rather than chasing the latest trends. - How entrepreneurs should consider seeking financial support when they feel overwhelmed or hesitant about financial situations. - Why The Finance Femme focuses on supporting female-owned businesses. - How The Finance Femme offers an executive accounting solution for clarity and a fractional CFO service for financial planning. Connect with Kendra: Guest Contact Info Instagram @thefinancefemme Links Mentioned: thefinancefemme.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Unconventional Journeys: From Soccer Academies to Agency Acquisitions Elliot Chapman, Chapman Capital Elliot Chapman has been running businesses since the age of 20. He helped set up a local soccer school in Bournemouth and managed to grow it into the number 1 regional coaching program. He was later headhunted by the biggest amateur soccer club in the US and appointed Director of Coaching in Boston. Elliot also ran the family business, an IT management consultancy, where he helped take it from a £2.5m to a £5m+ business. Since 2019, Elliot has been involved in Chapman Capital and various other ventures. Elliot and Dominic, two entrepreneurial brothers, have taken the business world by storm over the last few years. Together they have built a group of successful agencies across the UK and the US through a combination of growth and strategic acquisitions. The agencies operate under Chapman Capital and include a B2B growth agency that has worked with some of the world’s largest tech brands, a podcast booking agency that has booked guests in over 2,200 podcast episodes with 700+ hosts, a TV ad agency in London, and a full-service marketing agency. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Elliot Chapman about agency acquisitions. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How raising money and navigating the finance space can be challenging when acquiring agencies. - Why it’s important to have aligning values with potential agency sellers. - How preservation and think skin are vital when acquiring agencies. - Why you must have strategies in place to pique agency owners’ interest in selling their business. - How preserving each agency’s brand identity allows business owners to achieve a positive exit. Connect with Elliot: Guest Contact Info Twitter @socialchaps Instagram @socialchaps Facebook facebook.com/socialchaps LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/social-chaps Links Mentioned: chapman.capital socialchaps.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From Broadway to Business: Unlocking the Power of Personal Branding Tyler Mount, Henry Street Creative – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1022 Tyler Mount As the nation’s leading expert in branding and marketing, Tyler Mount has served as a consultant to nearly 1000 agents spanning 14 countries worldwide. His experience includes brand development for residential real estate agents, national brokerages, and commercial brokers, in addition to new development portfolios valued at over $7 billion. As an industry-leading branding and digital strategy expert and owner of Henry Street Creative, a creative agency, specializing in brand design, content creation, and web development for some of the most esteemed industry professionals, Tyler and his team have partnered with Ryan Serhant, Spencer Rascoff (Founder, Zillow), Pacaso, John Legere (CEO, T-Mobile), NBC, Nomura, Baccarat, 1 Hotel, and countless others. Tyler’s career has been profiled in dozens of esteemed publications, including The New York Times, Forbes Magazine, Medium, and Out Magazine, in addition to serving as keynote speaker for marketing and real estate conferences across the country. His non-traditional, direct approach empowers agents and business owners to take control of their businesses and build empires. In addition to real estate branding and marketing, Tyler has co-produced eight theatrical productions earning him three Tony Awards, a Grammy Award, an Olivier Award, two Outer Critics Circle Awards, two Drama League Awards, a Drama Desk Award, and a GLAAD Media Award. In October 2020, Tyler received his third and fourth Tony Award nominations making him the youngest individual producer to be nominated in all four production categories. Tyler Mount proudly sits on the Board of Trustees for St. Edward’s University, The Houston Children’s Chorus, and Rise Above Arts. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Performance and Arts Administration from St. Edward’s University, attended CAP21 in New York City, and holds a postgraduate certificate from MIT in Digital Marketing and Social Media Analytics. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Tyler Mount about unlocking the power of personal branding. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How brand authenticity is crucial in making genuine connections with an audience. - Why personal branding in business is the key its success. - How business owners should share professional, personal, and differentiating content on social media. - Why focusing on humanizing your brand is more critical than focusing on personal stories. - How it’s important to stay up to date with digital marketing trends through resources like Social Media Daily. Connect with Tyler: Guest Contact Info Instagram @henrystreetcreative LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/henry-street-creative Links Mentioned: Henrystreetcreative.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Getting Publicity for Your Business in the Age of ChatGPT Jill Lublin, JillLublin.com – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1021 Jill Lublin With 200+ speaking engagements each year, master publicity strategist and consultant, and bestselling author, Jill Lublin, consistently wows audiences worldwide with her entertaining and interactive keynotes, seminars, and training programs on publicity, networking, kindness, and influence marketing. Jill has shared her powerful networking and publicity strategies on the stages of Tony Robbins, T. Harv Eker, Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Loral Langemeier, James Malinchak, Lisa Nichols, Richard Simmons, and many others. Additionally, thousands of people have attended her popular Publicity Crash Course. Over the past 25 years, Jill has worked with ABC, NBC, CBS, and other national and international media as a highly regarded publicity expert. She has been featured in The New York Times, Women’s Day, Fortune Small Business, Entrepreneur, Forbes and Inc. magazines. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Jill Lubin about getting publicity for your business in the age of ChatGPT. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How creating compelling messages is crucial for successful publicity. - Why your messages should focus on solving problems and providing solutions, - How your message should be tailored to fit the needs and interests of the media outlet’s readers, listeners, or viewers. - Why you should share your personal experiences to connect with your audience. - How using AI-generated content can be useful for creating drafts and ideas but shouldn’t be solely relied on. Connect with Jill: Guest Contact Info Twitter @JillLublin Facebook facebook.com/publicitycrashcourse LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/jilllublin Links Mentioned: JillLublin.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Knowing Your Audience: The Key to Effective E-Commerce Marketing Andrew Maffettone, Blue Tuskr – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1020 Andrew Maffettone Andrew Maffettone has over 15 years of experience in the e-commerce marketing industry. He has led several 8-figure brands as the sole marketer and exited multiple different marketing agencies. He is now the Founder & CEO of BlueTuskr, a full-service marketing company for e-commerce sellers, the host of The E-Comm Show podcast, and the co-author of the Click & Conversion newsletter. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Andrew Maffettone about the key to effective e-commerce marketing. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How it’s important to understand your target audience and how they use different platforms to craft effective marketing strategies. - Why knowing your customer’s feelings and behaviors when they engage with your brand is crucial for successful marketing. - How you should master one marketing platform or strategy before diversifying into others. - Why content marketing, including blogs, videos, webinars, and podcasts, can play a significant role when attracting new clients. - How providing value and helping others is vital even if it doesn’t directly lead to new business. Connect with Andrew: Guest Contact Info Twitter @bluetuskr Instagram @bluetuskr Facebook facebook.com/BlueTuskr LinkedIn linkedin.com/companybluetuskr Links Mentioned: bluetuskr.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Power of Distressed Mortgage Note Investing Chris Seveney, 7e Investments – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1019 7e Investments is led by Chris Seveney, a real estate professional of over 25 years. Chris has developed over $750M in real estate and is well-known for his honesty, integrity, professionalism, passion, and tenacity in all his dealings. Since entering the real estate business, he has strived to be an industry leader with whom his partners and colleagues can put their trust and faith in. He has been a leader of multiple teams that have won numerous industry awards in excellence and innovation. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Chris Seveney about the power of distressed mortgage note investing. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How sometimes you have to lose a battle to win the war in distressed debt investing. - Why it’s crucial to take emotion out of investment decisions. - How many borrowers are several years behind on their mortgage payments before banks decide to sell the distressed notes. - Why banks often have inefficiencies in handling delinquent loans, leading them to sell these assets. - How anyone can buy distressed mortgage notes. Connect with Chris: Guest Contact Info Twitter @ChrisSeveney Instagram @7einvestments Facebook facebook.com/7Einvestments Links Mentioned: 7einvestments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Body Talk and Beyond Richard Newman, Body Talk – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1018 Richard Newman Richard Newman is the Founder of Body Talk. Over the past 23 years his team have trained over 130,000 business leaders around the world, to improve their communication and impact, including one client who gained over $1 Billion in new business in just one year, winning 100% of their pitches, using the strategies that Richard teaches. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Richard Newman about Body Talk and beyond. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How Body Talk helps business leaders to improve their communication skills and find their voice. - Why Body Talk focuses on enhancing presence, gravitas, and the ability to turn complex information into compelling stories. - How effective communication involves considering how you want your audience to feel about you and your message. - Why it’s important to address challenges related to mindset, relationships, and purpose in communication. - How Richard’s mission is to help people become the best version of themselves in their communication and life. Connect with Richard: Guest Contact Info Instagram @richardnewmanspeaks LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/richardnewmanspeaks Links Mentioned: ukbodytalk.com lifeyourimpact.com/book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From Agency Owner to Media Mogul Nate Kennedy, Marketing Rebels – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1017 Nate Kennedy In January 2020, Nate Kennedy embarked on a journey to pivot from running a marketing agency to establishing a media company. Thus, Marketing Rebels was born, a venture aimed at building million-dollar newsletters and fostering brands that instilled trust in their audience. Today, Marketing Rebels thrives, sending millions of emails daily across a spectrum of newsletters, covering topics from daily news and sports culture to personal finance. What sets this venture apart is Nate's newfound work-life balance, as he now operates with significantly less workload and no client obligations. Moreover, Nate shares his wealth of knowledge and insights with a wider audience through his personal newsletter, aptly named "Uncommon Advice." In this newsletter, he generously imparts the strategies and tactics honed during his tenure at Marketing Rebels, offering a valuable resource to those seeking unconventional wisdom in the world of business and marketing. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Nate Kennedy about becoming a media mogul. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How Marketing Rebels focuses on newsletters and owns its own brands and audiences. - How the newsletters contain affiliate offers to monetize traffic effectively. - Why great satisfaction can be found from having time and financial freedom. - How Marketing Rebels offers partnership opportunities and teaches others how to build successful newsletters. - Why using a combination of content creation and curation provides valuable content to subscribers. Connect with Nate: Guest Contact Info Twitter @NateKennedyMD Instagram @natekennedymd Facebook facebook.com/NateKennedyMD LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/natekennedymd Links Mentioned: natekennedy.com marketingrebels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From Creative Writing to Corporate Content Jacequline Lisk, JRLisk.com – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1016 Jacqueline Lisk Jacqueline Lisk is a writer and marketing strategist with 15 years of experience helping brands create and execute sustainable content marketing programs. She has led projects for big brands, start-ups, agencies, and publishers. She is also a writer and content strategist for Inc.magazine and Fast Company’s custom content studios and Boston Globe Media Partners. To scale her services, Jacqueline works with a network of like-minded journalists, designers, and web developers. Jacqueline has experience across verticals. She writes most frequently about adtech, marketing, media, publishing, technology, innovation, lifestyle, health and small business. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Jacqueilne Lisk about corporate content creation. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How it’s important for companies to develop content strategies and execute them. - Why there are communication challenges within the ad tech industry. - How having a strong background in writing is useful for content creators. - Why it’s vital to work with others who share the same values as you. - How content creators should keep themselves open to work with other writers, designers, and developers. Connect with Jacqueline: Guest Contact Info Twitter @JLisk1 Links Mentioned: jrlisk.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sales Strategies for Sustainable Revenue Growth Tom Daly, Sales Xceleration – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Karl McKinnie Episode 1015 Tom Daly Tom Daly is an accomplished sales leader within Sales Xceleration with a history of delivering top revenue results for organizations spanning multiple industries. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Tom Daly about sales strategies for sustainable revenue growth. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How many companies hit a scalability ceiling and lack sales leadership and infrastructure. - Why it’s important to create a strong sales infrastructure, including defining ideal customers and value propositions. - How metrics, goals, and sales processes are crucial components of sales infrastructure. - Why forecasting and setting realistic goals are essential for sales success. - How CRM systems help nurture leads and provide visibility in your company. Connect with Tom: Guest Contact Info Links Mentioned: salesxceleration.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Breaking Bad Marketing Habits Erik Wolf, estound – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Karl McKinnie Episode 1014 Erik Wolf Erik Wolf is a co-author (and a dedicated practitioner) of Unified Marketing System™: A Step-By-Step Guide for Planning Profitable Growth and the founder/CEO of the award-winning marketing agency estound. Along with his team, Erik helps business leaders plan and execute strategies to connect with their markets, grow revenue, and create lasting and predictable ROI. Erik is also proud to serve as a part-time Professor of Marketing at Metro State University in downtown Denver, Colorado. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Erik Wolf about breaking bad marketing habits. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How business owners shouldn’t jump to solutions without careful planning. - Why it’s important to connect with customers and understand their wants and needs. - How long-term growth requires a clear vision, measurable goals, and connecting with the marketplace. - Why businesses need to calculate the cost of acquiring new customers to achieve revenue goals. - How AI will have significant impact on marketing practices and customer interactions. Connect with Erik: Guest Contact Info Links Mentioned: estound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Airbnb Arbitrage Unveiled Quentin West, The Cozy Cosmo – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1013 Quentin West Quentin West is a Real Estate Investor, Short Term Rental Coach, and Serial Entrepreneur. He started his career as a full-time real estate agent, taking a gamble on himself and quitting his job without any previous experience selling real estate. He excelled in this career and surpassed $100,000 his very first year, subsequently dumping all of his profits into real estate investing with a future plan of becoming a full-time investor. Quentin dedicated his time and attention to learning about Investing and soon turned his rentals into Airbnb properties because of the promise of larger profits. With this change came 3x his usual profits. Quentin took this opportunity and ran with it. Since that time 3 years ago from the time of this writing, he has turned those first couple units into a Multi-Million Dollar Airbnb empire surpassing $130k months and coaching others to do the same. To Quentin, his career isn’t all about money. He has a deep desire to reach his potential in all areas of his life including making a difference in the world and people around him. He has a large following on social media where he shares his experiences, business ventures, and real estate knowledge. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Quentin West about Airbnb arbitrage. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How renting properties and subleasing them on Airbnb doesn’t require a significant down payment or good credit. - How it’s important for Aribnbs to cater to a variety of clients including displaced individuals, wedding guests, and corporate travelers. - Why having the right team is vital to have a successful business. - How his mentorship program is tailored to each of his clients’ specific needs. - Why documenting processes and creating videos leads to easy delegation. Connect with Quentin: Guest Contact Info Instagram @qdealshomes Facebook facebook.com/qdealshomes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Maximizing Success in Consumer Products Chris Shipferling, GW Partners – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Karl McKinnie Episode 1012 Chris Shipferling Chris Shipferling is an experienced executive with over 20 years of experience in the consumer products industry. Throughout his career, he has served as a sales and marketing executive from SMB to Enterprise level as well as operated his own brands. As a founding partner of South Col, a consumer products growth fund, he has been actively involved investing in the e-commerce consumer products space. In 2018, Chris joined GW Partners (formerly Global Wired Advisors) as a founding partner, bringing his extensive experience in sales and marketing to the team. Prior to that, he started his own consultancy, where he worked with business owners and executive teams to develop and implement digital strategies that drive growth and success. Today, Chris’ passion is working with founder/owners to help them achieve their goals. His deep understanding of the consumer products space, combined with his expertise in digital strategy and e-commerce, make him a valuable partner to any company looking to grow and succeed in today's market. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Chris Shipferling about maximizing success in consumer products. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - Why it’s important for business owners to understand unit economics and making data-driven decisions. - How GW Partners collaborates closely with clients to build exit plans and execute strategies for growth. - How GW Partners leverages institutional-level financial expertise and deep consumer product knowledge. - Why GW Partners’ approach involves identifying strategic bids and enhancing business presentations. - How it’s vital to find the right clients with a strong fit to ensure a productive and mutually beneficial relationship. Connect with Chris: Guest Contact Info LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/chrisshipferling Links Mentioned: gw.partners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1011 Brian Grimes 24/7 Cash Flow University was founded by Brian K. Grimes, Jr. to teach students how to create passive income and escape their 9-5 desk job. Through his 100 Key$ Master Class, Brian teaches students how to full-gut renovate, acquire, and stabilize cash flowing rental property portfolios. The course contains Brian’s proven methods that allowed him to scale his operation from 1 deal to over 100 properties per year. Most 100 Key$ Master Class students that implement Brian’s strategies are able to retire themselves from their day jobs within 12-36 months. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Brian Grimes about growing a real estate empire. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How it’s important to have various strategies to use while working in an ever-changing real estate market. - Why it’s vital to build a strong team that includes contractors, lenders, and real estate professionals. - How contractor vetting is crucial to make sure they meet your standards. - How 24/7 Cashflow University teaches various real estate investment strategies from flipping houses to creative financing. - Why having a one-on-one mentorship, like the one offered through 24/7 Cashflow University, provides maximum value to the mentee. Connect with Brian: workwithgrimes.com/cashflow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Karl McKinnie Episode 1010 Bryan Clayton Bryan Clayton is the Co-Founder and CEO of GreenPal, an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. GreenPal has been called the “Uber for lawn care” by Entrepreneur magazine and has over 300,000 active users completing thousands of transactions per day. Before starting GreenPal, Bryan Clayton founded Peachtree Inc., one of the largest landscaping companies in the state of Tennessee, growing it to over $10 million a year in annual revenue before it was acquired by Lusa holdings in 2013. Bryan‘s interest and expertise are related to entrepreneurism, small business growth, marketing, and bootstrapping businesses from zero revenue to profitability and exit. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Bryan Clayton about disrupting the green industry. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How GreenPal is like DoorDash or Uber for lawn mowing services and connects homeowners to lawncare professionals. - Why customer service and feedback are really important for new businesses. - How founders should handle customer service to gather valuable feedback. - Why raising funds without external investments can be challenging. - How it’s vital to set realistic expectations and goals to achieve success. Connect with Bryan: Guest Contact Info Twitter @YourGreenPal Instagram @yourgreenpal Facebook facebook.com/greenpallawncare Links Mentioned: yourgreenpal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Creating Impact Letters: Unlocking the True Potential of Email Marketing Zachary Radford, Direct Response Secrets – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1009 Zachary Radford Zachary J. Radford, founder of Direct Response Secrets, and he’s here to guide you through a transformative advertising journey. With his direct response framework, you’ll attract high-quality leads who are eager to engage with your expertise. Say goodbye to the spray-and-pray approach and hello to strategic, targeted campaigns that resonate with your ideal clients. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Zachary Radford about unlocking the true potential of email marketing. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How it’s important not to back down in the face of adversity even if you have failed. - Why providing basic content is a valuable marketing strategy. - How newsletters are a powerful tool for businesses because they offer leverage and authority. - Why having a newsletter can help you leverage your existing email list. - How it’s important to create impactful newsletters that engage and educate subscribers. Connect with Zachary: Guest Contact Info Facebook facebook.com/ProfitableAds LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/zachradford Links Mentioned: profitableads.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From Wine Enthusiast to Whiskey Maestro Joshua Thinnes, Subtle Spirits – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1008 Joshua Thinnes A musician at heart, Joshua Thinnes founded Subtle Spirits as a way to get back in touch with his desire to create. He spent 11 years as a buyer at a well-known wine and spirits store in San Francisco. He fell in love with wine first, and as a buyer, had the privilege of tasting thousands of wines from top producers around the world. He began traveling frequently to Kentucky to select single casks of bourbon and rye for the stores, and that is where his obsession for spirits really took off. After a three-week pilgrimage to Scotland, he was officially hooked. His passion for immersing himself fully in the experience has led him to wineries and distilleries all over the world. Always a futurist, in 2021 Joshua was the first to combine spirits and art in a brand-new way by creating the first NFT backed limited-edition whiskey on the Ethereum blockchain. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Joshua Thinnes about transitioning from a wine enthusiast to whiskey maestro. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How entrepreneurs should meet their opportunities instead of relying solely on luck. - Why entrepreneurs should be creative and step outside traditional boundaries to find success. - How it’s important to find unique and amplified flavor profiles when selecting casks of bourbon and rye. - Why storytelling that combines art, music, and flavor experiences creates a unique brand identity for Subtle Spirits. - How each release of Subtle Spirits features original commissioned artwork that reflects the brand’s identity and story. Connect with Joshua: Guest Contact Info Instagram @subtlespirits Facebook facebook.com/subtlespirits Links Mentioned: subtlespirits.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Navigating the Legal Landscape of E-Commerce Paul Rafelson, Rafelson Law – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1007 Paul Rafelson Paul Rafelson was the most-cited resource in the Congressional Antitrust Investigation into Amazon's mistreatment of sellers on the platform. He is the Founding Lawyer at Rafelson Law, the #1 go-to law firm for online businesses facing legal challenges and digital sellers looking for the best deal when exiting their businesses. In 2021, they facilitated 60+ online business exits realizing over $238M for their clients. Paul is the Founder of SellerBasics.com, the first legal plan designed specifically for eCommerce sellers. With SellerBasics, eCommerce sellers can get access to unlimited consultations with qualified attorneys and free assistance with suspended eCommerce/Amazon accounts—all for only $99/month. Paul is also the Founder of Online Merchants Guild (OMG), a non-profit trade association that enables thousands of online sellers to voice their concerns on various legal issues affecting them, where he volunteers as an Executive Director. OMG has played a major role in offsetting Amazon's growing political influence. Paul has 15+ years’ experience as an attorney, and he paid for his law degree at Villanova Law School by selling video games on Amazon. Before starting his private practice, Paul worked as in-house counsel at Microsoft, Wal-Mart, and General Electric, and has been featured by major media outlets, including Bloomberg, The New York Times, the WSJ, and CNN, because of his reputation as an advocate for the eCommerce community. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Paul Rafelson about navigating the legal landscape of e-commerce. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How Rafelson Law aims to help clients understand legal aspects such as LLCs, trademarks, patents, and compliance with platforms like Amazon. - Why it’s important to focus on problem-solving to avoid litigation whenever possible. - How clients need to understand the hazards and costs of litigation and that it should only be a last resort. - Why Rafelson Law is looking to focus on intellectual property enforcement. - How business owners need the right legal advice at the right time to prevent avoidable problems. Connect with Paul: Guest Contact Info Links Mentioned: ecomattorneys.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cracking the Code of Brand Science Ethan Decker, Applied Brand Science – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Karl McKinnie Episode 1006 Ethan Decker Ethan Decker is a scientist by training and a marketer by trade. After 20 years in advertising, he now travels the world teaching marketing leaders and their teams how to use brand science to grow their business. He is a regular speaker and published expert on the topics of brand science, brand strategy, and marketing effectiveness. Ethan has a PhD in ecology and studied complex systems at the Santa Fe Institute. He has worked at some of the most storied ad agencies, including Crispin Porter + Bogusky (named Agency of the Decade) and 72andSunny (2x Agency of the Year). And he has travelled the world as a market researcher and strategic consultant. You can watch his TED talk online, where he dances like a peacock spider. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Ethan Decker about cracking the code of brand science. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How small changes in one area can have a significant impact elsewhere, like the butterfly effect. - Why advertising on social media might not be the best marketing for your brand. - How traveling the world can provide people with a perspective on cultural differences and universals in branding. - Why it’s important to strike a balance between creativity and data-driven strategies depending on the industry. - How using a mix of data, logic, and creativity increases your chances of success. Connect with Ethan: Twitter @edecker LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/appliedbrandscience Links Mentioned: appliedbrandscience.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Financial Freedom Rod Khleif, RodKhleif.com – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Karl McKinnie Episode 1005 Rod Khleif Rod Khleif is a multiple business owner and philanthropist who is passionate about business, high performance, real estate and giving back. As one of the country's top real estate and peak performance luminaries. He has also owned over 2000 properties. Rod Khleif soared from humble beginnings as a young, impoverished Dutch immigrant to incredible success. Rod's experience involves both remarkable triumphs, and spectacular failures, which he affectionately calls "seminars:' Rod will explain the mindset required to recover from losing $50 million dollars in the crash of 2008 to the success he enjoys today. Rod brings incredible authenticity and insight to his approach to real estate, mindset, success, and life. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Rod Khleif about overcoming adversity and achieving financial freedom. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How having the right mindset will contribute the most to your overall success. - Why setting clear and specific goals is essential for creating a burning desire to succeed. - How making firm decisions and committing to crucial steps is vital for entrepreneurs. - Why taking responsibility for one’s actions and outcomes is necessary for personal growth. - How it’s important to maintain a positive outlook when trying to overcome challenges. Connect with Rod: Twitter @RodKhleif Facebook facebook.com/rodkhleifofficial LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/rodkhleif Links Mentioned: rodkhleif.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
