Mon, 29 December 2014
It's a unique show today as Chris & Laci decided last minute to stream the show live. Listen to hear what theyve learned, what theyve changed, what their hopes, dreams, and goals are for 2015. Also, a surprise/surprised guest is on the show today.
Direct download: 2014_Wrap_up__mixdown.mp3
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Mon, 22 December 2014
Meet Laci's internet friend Laretha Hulse. Shes been in the corporate banking world for 20 years, a mother of 4, full time law student, and small business owner. She wanted to come on the show, after hearing the Ray Brown episode, to talk more about mobile payments.Listen to find out if her banking expertise can convince Laci not to worry about using these new payment options.
Direct download: Laretha__mixdown.mp3
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Mon, 15 December 2014
Lindsay Jo Holmes, Founder of MapleXO is the guest on the show today. This girl has some serious entrepreneurial wow factor! Let me just say: girl+skateboards+power tools...sounds amazing already right?! She brings a little femininity to skateboarding attire, making killer jewelry, and is saving the planet too! She got started in 2005 and has steadily grown her business to have international recognition and some of her pieces sold in incredible places like the Smithsonian! Listen as she talks about her very cool journey.
Direct download: Lindsay_Jo_Holmes_mixdown.mp3
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Mon, 8 December 2014
This episode is some “behind the scenes” of what Chris & Laci have been up to. What was the East Coast trip all about, what did they do, why did they go? If these are questions you’ve been asking you won’t want to miss this! They’ll give you a little insight into what they’ve been doing, why they don’t always tell you what’s up, and what changes are coming to the show.
Direct download: One_day_a_week_mixdown.mp3
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Thu, 4 December 2014
Chris and Laci, still in NYC, take time out to visit with a good friend of Laci's. Meet Shauna Sikorski! In a very successful NYC agency shes the head of strategic communications, partnerships, event execution, PR, social media, and you name it! Find out how she is inspiring people and causing change in the corporate world.
Direct download: Shauna_mixdown.mp3
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Mon, 1 December 2014
Can you imagine someone saying I got Fired? It was the best thing that ever happened to me! Thats exactly what Pete Rosenblum says and after hearing this interview you will understand why. Pete is a personal friend of Lacis that they stopped by to see while in NYC. He started in the record industry right out of college and after more than a decade in the biz was fired and headed out of corporate and into ultimate entrepreneur status.Co-President of TAG The Awareness Group, Pete is working with the biggest names in the business and loving it!
Direct download: Pete_Rosenblum_mixdown.mp3
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Wed, 26 November 2014
Chris and Laci are out of the studio again and this time they find Tath Ashcraft former Marine, trade show exhibit industry veteran, 12+ years in the business and co-owner of Plus Studios. Listen to find out what a trade show exhibit studio is and how is Tath making a difference in this industry?
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- Who is Tath Ashcraft and where does that name come from?
- Laci talks about doing things differently and how Tath’s approach does just that.
- What is Plus Studios?
- Tath talks about what he sees as the biggest crime since the information revolution.
- Being on the edge of your industry Tath talks about why that’s important.
- Doing business with/for your competitors. Is that a good idea?
- Tath talks about why clients don’t want the large corp response.
- Chris and Tath talk about the benefits of keeping things on a smaller scale.
- Tath explains about why involved ownership is key and what that means.
- Chris talks about keeping the “smalltown butcher” feel.
- Tath explains how a service oriented attitude is missing from the corp world.
- Tath talks about why respect for clients and their money is important to him.
- Laci and Chris talk about how important it is to keep the energy in your office positive.
- Tath talks about staying a likable business.
- Chris talks about the importance of surrounding yourself with likeminded people.
- What has Tath talking about carnies.
- Tath admits he’s a cheater. What does that mean?
- Laci tells the history between herself and Tath.
- How has Tath taken Plus Studios to success with no marketing?
- Tath gives some examples of staying safe while starting your business.
- Chris and Tath talk loyalty.
- Tath breakdowns being a leader, being the architect of something bigger than yourself.
- Waht was superfilous moment for Tath.
- Laci asks Tath what he thinks you should look out for when starting a business.
- Tath and Chris agree that Passion is not enough. Some expertise is essential.
- Laci talks books with Tath
- What is 80/20 thinking?
- How to get free books on audible.
- Laci’s Q&A
- What is Tath’s one amazing phrase to wrap up this interview?
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
CLICK TO TWEET (CTA)
Huge thanks @lacivegas & @bluegeno for introducing Tath Ashecraft and all of his incredible wisdom. #business #passion #expertise
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION
www.Plus-studios.com
Direct download: Tath_Ashcraft_mixdown.mp3
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Mon, 24 November 2014
Are you trying to create growth in your company and can’t quite figure out how to do it faster? Laci and Chris do a business assessment with a company that wants a little advice about how to create growth. Don’t miss this show if you want to catch some incredible advice on how to make your website user friendly and streamlined while getting to know this really cool T-shirt company.
HIGHLIGHTS FROM TODAYS SHOW
- Chris talks about the tools they used to get their business to make an additional 6k in 30 days. www.cerrownshow.com/tools
- Chris reads an email from a company who’s struggling with growth.
- What is their initial impression about this company’s website.
- Chris and Laci give raw feedback.
- Find out what Laci loves the most.
- Laci and Chris breakdown their opinion of the website.
- How to clean it up and make your lay out strategic.
- Laci talks about how to get your instagram followers to love your website too.
- Chris talks about his cousin and what he’s up to on Instagram.
- How to promote Newsletter sign up.
- Laci talks about how to make the product look better.
- Chris mentions holding contests to get traffic.
- Laci talks about what not to do with contests.
- Become a Sponsor or do a giveaway with your product product.
- Chris talks about some of his past business ventures and how he made things happen.
- Get final feedback from Chris and Laci on this assessment.
- Get YOUR assessment with Chris & Laci at www.cerroneshow.com/skype
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
CLICK TO TWEET (CTA)
Thanks to @risk_takers for taking this risk! CC @lacivegas @bluegeno #entrepreneur #growth #bussiness #consulting
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION
atrisk_keepers
www.wearerisktakers.com
https://www.facebook.com/RiskTakersHQ
@risk_takers
Direct download: Cold_hard_numbers_mixdown.mp3
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Thu, 20 November 2014
YOU are “SO WORTH LOVING”! Eryn Erickson on the show today in her first podcast interview! She’ll be talking about how as a musician, her part time passion project, making t-shirts spiraled and exploded into something she didn’t intend or expect it ever would! By sharing what was in her heart she ended up creating more than a brand, it’s a movement.
HIGHLIGHTS FROM TODAY'S SHOW:
- What effect did social media have on this guest?
- What is Eryn talking about that sparked a movement?
- A hobby turns into an unexpected business.
- More than a business, a lifestyle.
- Eryn talks Greed vs Sustainability.
- Finding balance between making money and staying true to yourself.
- Don’t worry about the naysayers.
- Eryn talks about finding out there’s a community of people who needed her message.
- Learning to let go and accept help when it’s offered.
- How do you know you’re on the right track.
- Eryn takes her message on the road.
- Laci and Eryn talk about partnerships and collaboration.
- Eryn talks about the emotional side of owning a business.
- Being realistic and not glamorizing entrepreneurship.
- Chris asks Eryn about finding confidence in sending such a huge message.
- Laci asks about Eryn’s mentors.
- Sidenote: College
- Chris picks up on Eryn’s point about the value of being teachable.
- Get personal: Q&A with Chris and Laci
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION
www.Eryn.im www.shop.soworthloving.com @soworthloving @ErynEddy
Direct download: Eryn_Erickson.mp3
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Tue, 18 November 2014
Stop getting distracted and getting nothing done! This show, inspired by Laci, is all about the process she calls “The Brain Dump”. Listen and take note as Laci goes through the steps of this process, explains what you need to make it happen, and how it will help your productivity.
HIGHLIGHTS FROM TODAYS SHOW:
- You want a pair of the headphones Chris talked about today? CLICK HERE
- What is a Brain Dump?
- What do you need to get started?.
- Why is it important to use an actual pen & paper?
- Why is the physical process of writing so important?
- How do you do a “brain dump”?
- Breaking down the notebook into sections.
- Create buckets.
- Organize your dump.
- Crunch it up and throw it away!
- Start your list over everyday.
- How many buckets do you need?
- What to do with circular lists?
- Look forward to getting to those bigger items.
- What do you do when you get to the big stuff?
- Need support? Go to www.cerroneshow.com/skype
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
CLICK TO TWEET (CTA)
Thanks @lacivegas for sharing some skills to get everyone on the road to success through greater productivity! cc @bluegeno #productivity #success #personal #business
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION
http://www.cerroneshow.com/
@lacivegas @bluegeno
www.thenextlevelsociety.com
Direct download: Brain_Dump_mixdown.mp3
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Sat, 15 November 2014
Businesses, corporations, schools, politicians, mastermind groups, and many other industries regularly report their earnings and losses amongst other things. Why should we be any different? If you have been listening to The Cerrone Show for a while now, you have heard us mention The Next Level Society. If you just found us…pull up a seat and listen.
Direct download: NLS_Open_House.mp3
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Wed, 12 November 2014
Should you blog to help your business even if you hate it? How can you make the most of social media to help your business grow? Chris and Laci answer a plea from a listener to help streamline his website and use of social media. Listen as they go through his website and make recommendations to make things more direct and user friendly. They’ll assess his social media sites and how to make them more effective.
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Chris talks about a mysterious package.
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Laci talks about Amazon’s Firephone.
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Chris and Laci discuss about.me and the pros & cons.
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Tear apart my social media a plea from a listener.
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Laci takes a look at the website for protechguy.
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Web site should always have a call to action.
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Have your top three components of your business on the first page of your site.
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Instagram and how to use it for business, personal or find a balance.
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Twitter is not an automated system...engage!
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Creating consistency, engaging with your audience, make it personal not just business.
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How to use your social media to sell YOU not just your business.
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What has Chris on a soap box?
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Recap of recommendations.
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For a more indepth assessment go to www.cerroneshow.com/join
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
CLICK TO TWEET (CTA)
Thanks for putting yourself out @protechguy there so others might benefit from your assessment. CC @bluegeno @lacivegas #socialmedia #success
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION
http://www.protechguy.com
www.fb.com/protechguy
http://www.instagram.com/kyleprotechguy
@protechguy
Direct download: Episode_116_mixdown.mp3
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Mon, 10 November 2014
She has a decade of experience in marketing, brand management, design and now is heading into business consulting. Listen while Aparna Dasgupta talks about closing the gap between ideas and success through an actionable, well tested strategy. She’s worked with major brands like DKNY, Anne Klein, and Jockey and she was featured in the November 2014 issue of Cosmo!. She works with start ups to help them with any uncertainty they may have about getting their business going. She’s so dedicated to her clients she’s been called a “business partner for hire”.
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- Laci asks Aparna what her favorite social media is right now.
- How does Aparna do her networking?
- Chris asks how often Aparna actually joins the conversation in social media.
- Aparna & Laci talk about Instagram vs Twitter.
- Chris Congratulates Aparna on her Cosmo experience.
- Laci & Aparna talk about how important it can be to go with your gut.
- Aparna talks about wanting to be a designer since she was 9 years old.
- Laci asks about Aparna’s parental support in becoming a designer.
- Aparna talks about how becoming an entrepreneur is difficult for some friends and family to understand.
- Chris asks how Aparna decided to go out on her own.
- Laci and Aparna discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with like minded people.
- Aparna talks about the psychology and behavioral science behind what she does.
- Chris asks Aparna if she’ll give them a few ideas of things to do if you want to increase your business’s online presence.
- Aparna talks about her consulting business and the testing tactics that are important to use when marketing your business and creating your branding.
- Chris and Aparna discuss important is listening when interacting?
- Laci does Q&A
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
CLICK TO TWEET (CTA)
Many thanks @lifestylistnyc for sharing your very interesting story! CC: @bluegeno @lacivegas
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION
Website: http://life-stylist.me/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lifestylistnyc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeStylistNYC
Direct download: Asparna__mixdown.mp3
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Fri, 7 November 2014
Don’t miss this exclusive Next Level Society Q&A! This episode is dedicated to Next Level Society member’s questions. Don’t miss this open topic Q&A. Chris & Laci also talk about expanding their team. Did they go with a virtual assistant? Find out if they answer your question or maybe you’ll hear an answer to a question you’ve had but didn’t know how to ask. Will your question will get its very own show?
HIGHLIGHTS FROM TODAYS SHOW:
- Maiden voyage of the ZoomH6.
- Laci calls their new technology sexy?
- Chris mentions a new team member.
- Laci talks about why they chose not to go with a virtual assistant and
- Where they did find this new team member.
- How long will Chris and Laci do the podcast?
- Where do they see themselves going with NLS?
- What lessons have they learned?
- Will they stay in Vegas?
- Best and worse business transactions they’ve ever made.
- Dead or alive who’s their favorite entrepreneur.
- Do you wish you were taller?
- What are your concerns as NLS grows?
- What are Chris & Laci’s fears?
- Laci talks about how they keep each other accountable and find balance.
- What are chris & Laci’s favorite books?
- What question is asked that Laci wants to give its own show?
- What do you do to figure out what to do next?
Direct download: Next_Level_QnA_mixdown.mp3
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Wed, 5 November 2014
Have you been thinking of starting a YouTube channel? Tim Schmoyer is the founder of the Video Creators YouTube channel as well as a husband, father, speaker, and author. Listen as he gives some tips & tricks about getting started and teaches you how to build your audience. Find out how he grew his YouTube channel from zero to 10k in 12 months. He has worked with some of the nations top brands within the YouTube community and is YouTube certified in audience growth.
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- Chris admits to being a YouTube junkie.
- Chris asks Laci what she watches on YouTube.
- Chris talks about the power of YouTube.
- Laci asks Tim about YouTube contacting him to be YouTube certified.
- Tim talks about the YouTube certification program.
- Chris asks TIm if he thinks people utilize YouTube to its fullest.
- Laci & Chris talk about ramping up their efforts with getting on YouTube and how Tim’s channel has helped with that.
- Chris asks Tim about his transition from blogging to YouTube.
- Tim talks about writing books, speaking, being a youth pastor and moving to Cincinnati.
- Chris asks about Schmovies http://www.youtube.com/user/godrox .
- Why does Tim do what he does?
- Chris asks Tim if he has found balance with all that he does?
- Tim shares why he prefers to be self employed.
- Laci wonders how Tim decides what to put on YouTube.
- Laci asks for some tips & tricks for YouTube vlogging.
- Tim talks about the “why” in your YouTube channel and why it’s so important.
- Watch Tim three days a week on the video creators channel https://videocreators.com/
- Laci does her Q&A segment.
- Tim, Chris and Laci discuss giving back and where and how to draw lines.
CLICK TO TWEET
Thank you so much for all of the great YouTube insight and interesting stories about your path to success! @timschmoyer CC: @bluegeno @lacivegas #YouTube
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION
Direct download: Tim_Schmoyer_EP_113.mp3
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Sun, 2 November 2014
What are MAN-CANS? Man-Cans is a line of candles that offers manly scents for guys. Hart Main started his business in 2010 when he was just 13! He became frustrated with the lack of guy prefered candle scents when his sister was selling candles for a fundraise and was further motivated by wanting to buy a bike so he decided to start Man-Cans. No vanilla or jasmine scents for this kid but if you like scents like bacon, gunpowder, and NY Style Pizza he has the perfect candle for you! It gets better when you find out how his business filled the void in the candle industry but also gives back in a major way in the process.
HIGHLIGHTS FROM TODAYS SHOW:
- Laci starts the show with an entertaining story about her adventures at McDonald’s when she was a kid. .
- Laci talks about the cool new ways social media provides to make money.
- Chris and Laci agree there’s something romantic about a good old fashioned product or mom & pop business.
- They talk about young entrepreneurs and the importance of adult support.
- Chris introduces Hart Main. A young entrepreneur who got started in the candle business at age 13.
- Hart tells the story behind his gun powder scented candle.
- Laci asks Hart to talk about how he not only started a business but how he manages to gives back in such an amazing way.
- Hear from Hart’s dad about the role he played in helping Hart making ManCans successful.
- Chris asks Hart what his future goals are as far as college and future businesses or career path.
- Laci asks how ManCans has changed since it first started.
- Hart talks about working with a non profit company that hires disabled employees to help with production.
- Hart tells Chris & Laci about SheCans.
- Laci delves into the marketing side of ManCans.
- Hart’s dad talks about Facebook and how they use it a little bit differently than other companies.
- Chris asks about Hart’s desire to become a sports agent.
- Chris and Hart talk sports and favorite teams.
- Hart lays out his 60 year plan.
- Laci gives a little free advice.
- Laci does her Q&A segment.
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION
www.man-cans.com
mancans2011@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/mancansohio
Direct download: Hart_main_mixdown.mp3
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Fri, 31 October 2014
Chris and Laci decide to record the podcast in the park in an effort to get out and shake it up. Chris gives Laci a lesson in the podcasting tech side of things as they reveal what you really need to take your pod cast on the road.
This episode of the Cerrone Show “on the go” will leave you motivated to get out and do something different! Here’s a taste of what to expect:
- Chris and Laci talk about the mystery backpack Chris can’t leave home without.
- Laci admits the tech side of podcasting is not her forte.
- The point of recording at the park is to urge people to get out and be creative.
- Chris talks about the Swiss Army Knife of audio recording.
- Laci and Chris talk about the importance of a change of scenery
- What are the dangers of the traveling podcast? Laci gives some examples.
- USB vs XLR microphones. Which one to use and when.
- Laci talks about why she loves her mic so much.
- Should you trust your computer or use an SD card? Chris gives his opinion.
- If you use and SD card Chris tells you about the gangster SD card he uses.
- What kind of expense should you expect to get started podcasting?
- Chris will have a list of what’s in his backpack @ Cerroneshow.com/podcast
- Laci throws down a challenge for podcasters, bloggers, and YouTubers.
- Chris and Laci tell you how to get them to give you a shout out on the show.
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
Direct download: podcast_in_a_backpack_mixdown.mp3
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Wed, 29 October 2014
Do you have a relationship you need to work on or a partner you want to understand better? Let Matt & Andrea Yount of Affinity Relationship Coaching analyze and get you going on a path to better communication through understanding your partner better. It doesn’t matter if you’re a single person looking for the right partner or if it’s a romantic, parent/child or a business partnership Matt & Andrea use their relationship coaching service to show you that “An Awesome Relationship Starts With You”!
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Matt & Chris met on Twitter while Matt was looking for tips on how to grow their business.
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Matt talks about how Next Level Society has helped them in their business.
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Chris and Laci talk about their working relationship.
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Affinity Relationship Coaching uses the DISC assessment to pin point the personality traits of each person.
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Matt tells Chris & Laci how they fit into the DISC assessment.
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Knowing your DISC style is helpful in knowing your strength and weaknesses.
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Matt explains he has his degree in Social Work and his clinical certification and has been involved in relationship counseling for 10 years.
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Find out what Matt says Chris and Laci can do to balance their styles?
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Matt tells Chris & Laci to set up systems to slow down to prevent burn out.
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Laci challenges Chris. Will he accept the challenge and be able to stick to it?.
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Chris defines what he wants to create free time for and how that differs with what Laci wants free time for.
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Laci talks about investing in your relationships.
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Matt encourages people to learn to say NO when necessary.
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Business relationships are no different from any other.
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Chris asks Matt if there are bulleted key traits to learn?
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Matt explains a little about what you get when you sign up for Affinity Relationship Coaching.
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Find out how to get a personality profile PLUS a BONUS 30 minutes of Skype time with Affinity.
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION
Website: http://www.affinityhelp.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/Affinity_Help Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/affinityhelp http://www.pinterest.com/affinityhelp/pins/follow/?guid=gXxzyaxfuCna-0
Direct download: Matt_and_Andrea_episode_110.mp3
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Mon, 27 October 2014
Quality, care, and enough energy to fill a football stadium Talia Gonzalez and Kelly McGee began helping people in voice over to fill a void in the industry. Using the decades of experience, attention to customer service, and truly believing helping others it's no wonder Sweet Spot Voice over coaching is continuing to set the gold standard.
By a chance meeting these two are setting the trend with their amazing company! Listen to their story of triumph and be inspired in this episode:
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Chris and Laci start feeling old when they bring up Nirvana and the grunge scene
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Stevie B from italian american slang word of the day is just a character
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Chris brings up how amazing it is that you can make so many friends and relationships by networking online and the power of the internet
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Why actors feel alone when they are trying to become famous
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How Talia and Kelly met at an audition and why the relationship worked
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Why you should never feel like you are competing with others.
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Kelly and Talia share how you should properly run a business
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Chris talks about how important it is to hire someone that is better than you
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How sweet Spot voice over is creating a brand thru the success of their clients
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Why you should study with lots of different people to gain experience
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION Twitter: @taliamg21
Twitter: @thekellymcgee
Twitter: @sweetspotvo
http://sweetspotvoiceovercoaching.com
Direct download: Sweet_Spot_Voiceover.mp3
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Fri, 24 October 2014
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Wed, 22 October 2014
Not sure what direction to take with your dream? In an effort to help a listener who wrote an email to Chris, they decide to dedicate the whole show to breaking down his business and direction. Also, Chris and Laci discuss various news stories from around the web at the start of the show.
Here is a taste of what to expect from today’s show:
- Chris and Laci decided to switch mics for this episode. Chris is thinking about selling his heil pr40
- A major purchase was made for the Cerrone Show that Chris and Laci are excited about.
- Laci brings up a Mashable story involving drones and Gopros.
- Redbull gets sued. Everyone cashes in. Chris and Laci decide to cash in themselves and donate the money to their favorite charity.
- Chris and Laci discuss HOT COFFEE the movie and why they don't believe the media anymore.
- Laci makes a surprise announcement to Chris about Bill Murray.
- Laci needs a theme song when she reports various news stories from around the web.
- Chris takes it back to the classics and brings a business assessment to the table.
- Chris reads an email from a listener about needing help in the direction of their side project.
- An outdated website plagues this listener as Laci and Chris discuss why its important to tell a story with it.
- They discuss the possibility of the listener quitting his day job and getting another one to free up time for his side project.
- Chris brings up how Craigslist is still a great traffic driver for your business.
- They discuss why it helps to be the authoritative in your niche within your community.
- Laci talks about why small businesses should get into Youtube. Chris plays a local Youtube commercial from Bay City Michigan.
- Laci shares a story about abduction, a scary house, not having her phone, and what it has to do with a $25 chair
- Why you should create a list of topics that can be used to make videos for your business
- Chris and Laci bring up how important it is to start taking small steps to create momentum in your business
- They both agree this person would be a perfect Next Level Society Member
- Laci ends the show with a pink soapbox and Chris plays an inspirational clip from a movie.
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
Direct download: business_assessments_EP_107.mp3
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Mon, 20 October 2014
Are you a small business owner? Chris and Laci discuss the trouble with small business marketing and outline the tools that you need to succeed. They also share how to set up a proper launch strategy with new media and what to look out for when being approached by so called “experts”.
Here is a taste of what to expect from today’s show:
- Chris and Laci decide to discuss their opinions about small businesses and marketing.
- Laci tries to do an “intervention” with Chris about his old cafe/coffee shop and how much he talks about it.
- Over the past few months, Laci and Chris have met many small business owners and entrepreneurs. These interactions have brought to light troubles with small business marketing, branding.
- Chris discusses his childhood of being around entrepreneurs at his dad’s sporting goods store.
- The mischievous side of Chris is revealed when he shares some of the crazy things that he used to do to his dad at his store.
- Laci shares her childhood memories of being around her entrepreneur/entertainer parents with their travelling show band and dance studio.
- Chris and Laci discuss the fear that goes along with opening a new business and knowing how to properly execute social media and online marketing.
- Laci walks Chris through the amazing growth of her mom’s knit shop that was mainly driven through social media and email marketing.
- Chris talks through the proper strategy when opening a new business.
- Google strategy is not the key to making or breaking your business.
- Many small businesses are tricked into thinking that paying someone to rank them #1 on Google is the key to their success.
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Fri, 17 October 2014
Direct download: Episode_104_Idiot_or_Fear.mp3
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Wed, 15 October 2014
Direct download: Rey_Brown.mp3
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Mon, 13 October 2014
Chris and Laci discuss several topics to help you understand how to promote your own business through networking and social outreach as well as branding and changing midstream.
Here is a taste of what to expect from today’s show:
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Chris and Laci riff on their friend Jimmy O. Yang who is making big waves in the Hollywood scene.
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Laci discusses Geoffrey Holder, the actor, dancer, choreographer, who passed away.
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On a soapbox rant, Laci declares her disgust for artists that sample music and turn it into crap.
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PlayBuzz, a 10 month old website is beating BuzzFeed at their own game. Check out the article here!
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113 Year Old Woman Lies about her age to join Facebook. Check out the article here!
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Laci and Chris discuss people in the online world that decide to take a break from social media and the effect that it can have on your business.
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Chris discusses the process of reaching out to people through social media or via email to promote your own business/project.
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Learn how to properly reach out to podcasters, bloggers, influencers, or ANYONE to help to promote your product or business!
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Have you seen people change branding mid-stream with no real rhyme or reason? Listen to Chris and Laci break down branding strategy and why NOT to change it mid-stream.
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
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Check out our friend Jimmy O. Yang and be on the lookout for him on your TV screens!
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Check out the special Episode 100 video that Laci surprised Chris with!
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Click here to get access to three examples of outreach email templates to help with your relationship building and networking!
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Learn more about Next Level of Society here!
Direct download: Who_are_you_Episode_103.mp3
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-- posted at: 11:22am EDT
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Fri, 10 October 2014
Michael Ferdinand Joseph Doria is an American author, writer and broadcaster. He was born in Rochester, NY on February 27th, 1976 to Ferdinand and Nancy Doria. He has one older sister and one younger brother. Michael graduated from Spencerport High School in 1994 and from Brockport State College in 1998 with a B.S.in Broadcast Journalism. He spent 11 years as a TV News Reporter before switching to Marketing & PR. Doria’s other notable written works include two music albums "Neon Graveyard" & "B.C." During the summer of 2013, he created, produced, wrote and hosted a 15 episode Podcast titled "The Frankly Doria Show." Doria's blog titled “Blah, Blah Blog” and audio interview component called “Mike Check” can be found at www.mikedoria.com
Direct download: Mike_Doria.mp3
Category: general
-- posted at: 5:10pm EDT
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Wed, 8 October 2014
Cedric Crear brings a wealth of knowledge to the show by sharing his philosophy about business and the importance of giving back to your community. His incredible life experiences are enough to inspire anyone to follow their dreams!
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Chris introduces today’s guest, a local Las Vegas entrepreneur and the most interesting man in the world, Cedric Crear.
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Cedric Crear’s career has touched many industries and professions where he was able to gather a ton of knowledge and experience to bring him to this point of his entrepreneurial career.
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Cedric and Laci have a long standing friendship that has spanned over 12 years. He has been a mentor to her and shown her what it takes to be a hustler, a community advocate, and a true entrepreneur.
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Cedric doesn’t waste any time before jumping into sharing his beliefs about giving back and making a difference in your community with the audience.
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Vegas is one of the most interesting cities in the world in terms of business and industry by providing a false sense of reality.
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Cedric explains that people often only focus on the finish line of success rather than the journey.
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Cedric compares being an entrepreneur to farming. Plant the best seeds and continue to water and groom those crops as they grow.
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Cedric explains the theory of business vs. the theory of reality.
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Surrounding yourself with smart people is the key to success.
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Not only is Cedric an incredible entrepreneur and business owner, he is also very focused on giving back to the community.
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With his special flare, Cedric talks about the importance of making a difference in your community.
SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS
GUEST CONTACT INFORMATION Twitter:@CedricCrear & @CrearCreative
crearcreative.com
Direct download: Cedric_Crear.mp3
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-- posted at: 7:22pm EDT
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Mon, 6 October 2014
After 99 episodes of the Cerrone show Chris and Laci decided to celebrate their 100th show LIVE in downtown Las Vegas with their closest friends, family, and even listeners of the show. Make sure to check out the AMAZING video Laci surprised Chris with that got him to choke up a bit.
Direct download: Episode_100.mp3
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-- posted at: 12:45am EDT
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Mon, 6 October 2014
Chris and Laci continue with audience Q&A about business, entrepreneurship, and podcasting. These questions lead to a very raw and heated discussion about trends in the the podcasting community, giving back, and the people that are doing it right.
Direct download: Episode_99.mp3
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-- posted at: 12:25am EDT
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Sun, 5 October 2014
Chris surprises Laci with an entire show dedicated to her entrepreneurial endeavors! Her inspirational take on the “why” behind she made this decision is sure to inspire you to make change in your life as well. She is leaving corporate to focus on consulting, Next Level Society, and Tink Yarn and how her son is starting his own business! Listen to learn more...
Direct download: Episode_97.mp3
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-- posted at: 11:06pm EDT
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Mon, 29 September 2014
Clintus McGintus has grown his YouTube channel to over 28 MILLION views and 50,000+ subscribers and is not stopping anytime soon! He shares his insight on growing your channel, brand partnerships, and the challenge of splitting your time between corporate and YouTube.
Direct download: Clintus_Episode_96.mp3
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-- posted at: 11:57am EDT
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Fri, 26 September 2014
With her NO FEAR attitude, Melissa Hawks put her dream on the line with a Kickstarter campaign focused on a Mutiny of Dreamers! In her quest to tell the story and impact of 40 people in her life, she has managed to create a community and movement that will surely leave no stone unturned.
Direct download: Melissa_Hawks_Episode_95.mp3
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Wed, 24 September 2014
Serial entrepreneurs Roger Patterson and Ian MacKinnon share an inside look at how their popular app, Latergramme, was created and what is in store for the future. They also share their awesome outlook on life as entrepreneurs, life lessons, and advice for anyone that is just starting their journey.
Direct download: Latergramme_Founders.mp3
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-- posted at: 9:38am EDT
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Mon, 22 September 2014
Laci and Chris run through a huge list of their favorite business, design, and social media apps to help you through...
Direct download: App_roundup_Episode_93.mp3
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-- posted at: 1:13am EDT
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Fri, 19 September 2014
A true entrepreneur at heart, Cynthia Sanchez from Oh So Pinteresting, has turned her love of Pinterest into a full-fledged business that now helps Fortune 50 companies with their strategy! She shares the importance of balancing work, life, health, and family as well as some awesome tips for businesses to get the most out of Pinterest.
Direct download: Cynthia_Sanchez_Episode_92.mp3
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Wed, 17 September 2014
Pricing your business is an ongoing struggle for many entrepreneurs. Kirk Bowman is a visionary and expert in value pricing! Listen as he shares an easy four-step method and much more about finding and creating value pricing for your clients.
Direct download: Kirk_Bowman_Episode_91.mp3
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Mon, 15 September 2014
Debt-free living is the only way to be according to Steve Stewart from Money Plan SOS. After going through the process of eliminating debt for his family, Steve took his knowledge and began to help others in their quest for financial freedom through his favorite medium: Podcasting.
Direct download: Steve_Stewart__mixdown.mp3
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-- posted at: 12:56am EDT
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Fri, 12 September 2014
Hitting No. 1 in 16 countries and going 5x-platinum with her song “Crush” was only the beginning for Jennifer Paige. Learning hard lessons throughout her successful career as a singer-songwriter has brought this entrepreneur to a new phase of her career and life. Jennifer shares her incredible story and “sweet as apple pie” personality with Chris and Laci while teaching valuable lessons that all entrepreneurs need to hear.
Direct download: Jennifer_Paige_Episode_89.mp3
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Wed, 10 September 2014
Valerie Shoopman doesn’t mess around when it comes to her knowledge of technology, online platforms, and how to maximize your business through different channels. She is called the Facebook Ad Queen for a reason! Listen to hear in-depth, step-by-step strategies that will help you GROW your business.
Direct download: Val_Shoopman_mixdown.mp3
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-- posted at: 9:02am EDT
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Mon, 8 September 2014
You can smell the baked ziti, meatballs, and garlic bread all over this episode with the co-creators of the popular Italian American Slang Word of the Day brand. Stevie B. and Joe Basile give us an inside look into one of our favorite YouTube channels and the reasoning behind their passion for the Italian language.
Direct download: Stevie_B_mixdown.mp3
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-- posted at: 10:31am EDT
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Fri, 5 September 2014
Bob Fisher has been the owner of The Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena California for the past 36 years. What started as a business he wanted to flip after 1 year, Bob has found himself the owner of one of the most famous and oldest comedy clubs in america.
Direct download: Bob_Fisher_Episode_86.mp3
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-- posted at: 2:41am EDT
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Wed, 3 September 2014
Matt Day is an AMAZING photographer out of Chillicothe, Ohio. Specializing in portrait photography he is a wealth of info, inspiration, and creativity. A Skateboarder at heart he grabs inspiration from every area in his life to create some very magical experiences that comes out in his photos.
Direct download: Matt_Day_Episode_85.mp3
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-- posted at: 1:46am EDT
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Mon, 1 September 2014
Liz Brazier spent 20+ years in corporate I.T sales before starting her own business in 2013. She is an internationally-based accountability coach, productivity strategist, writer, and host of the Live Your Life Now™ podcast.
Direct download: Liz_Brazier_Episode_84.mp3
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Fri, 29 August 2014
Greg Hickman returns again for another fantastic episode on The Chris Cerrone show except this time he gets real and raw sharing with us some inspirational revelations that he has had within his own business. As always he shares some extremely valuable information regarding time, managing your business efficiently, and gaining back the business mindset.
Direct download: Greg_Hickman_EP83.mp3
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Wed, 27 August 2014
Direct download: Episode_82_Chris_Laci.mp3
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-- posted at: 11:59am EDT
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Mon, 25 August 2014
Starting his first business at the age of 8 years old Wesley has been down many roads in his life. By the age of 16 he was self-sufficient and had already learned many exciting and difficult lessons in the area of business and Entrepreneurship. Now he is the man behind A Human Project. A HUMAN PROJECT is a for-purpose organization with the mission to create a community of empowered youth.
Direct download: Wesley_Chapman.mp3
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Sat, 23 August 2014
Direct download: Cerrone_Laci_Episode_79.mp3
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-- posted at: 7:18pm EDT
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Fri, 22 August 2014
Direct download: Cerrone_Laci_Episode_78.mp3
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Fri, 22 August 2014
Direct download: Laci_Chris_EP80.mp3
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-- posted at: 11:14am EDT
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Fri, 8 August 2014
Entrepreneur, business coach, speaker, and friend Aj Aymx joins Laci and I for a fun action packed episode of the Chris Cerrone Show. Recently launching his amazing group 90 days to CRUSH IT Aj has teamed up with another amazing Entrepreneur Andy Zitzmann to bring you value and results where you need it most.
Direct download: Cerrone_Laci_Episode_76.mp3
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-- posted at: 12:39pm EDT
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Wed, 6 August 2014
24 year old Alex Obert is the man behind the successful website Journey of a Frontman. Not wanting to continue working in retail he started the site to build a future from the ground up. Since the sites launch back in 2012 he has interviewed HUGE names such as Chris Jericho, Dane Cook, and Andrew W.K. as well as many many more.
Direct download: Episode_75_Alex_Obert.mp3
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-- posted at: 3:22pm EDT
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Mon, 4 August 2014
Esther is a consultant and provides done for you influence marketing services including social media. As co founder and host of the top ranked show Born to Influence she interviews the best marketing minds on the planet sharing their strategies and tactics daily.
Direct download: Episoide_74_Esther_Kiss.mp3
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-- posted at: 2:18am EDT
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Fri, 1 August 2014
Nida joins Laci and I for a great discussion about breaking down what it takes to launch a business by dissecting her own. An amazing personality Nida ended up staying on thru the entire episode getting into great topics that you can take and run with.
Direct download: Episode_73_Cerrone_Laci.mp3
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-- posted at: 1:44am EDT
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Wed, 30 July 2014
Jordan is the host of the "Teenage Entrepreneur" that features rockstar entrepreneurs sharing their stories from when they were your age, experiencing the same struggles and jumping over the same hurdles. Owner of businesses and passion to help he is quickly rising in the ranks as a thought leader.
Direct download: Episode_72_Jordan_Agolli.mp3
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-- posted at: 1:04am EDT
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Mon, 28 July 2014
Jake is the owner of West Coast tattoo parlor here in my hometown of Las Vegas. As a genuine, laid back, down to earth guy he had that entrepreneur fire in his belly that pushed him to further his passion for art, drawing, and tattoos to open up his own shop.
Direct download: Episode_71_Jake_Beckwith.mp3
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-- posted at: 2:53am EDT
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Wed, 23 July 2014
Both Jasper and Huzefa are the brains behind the website, book, and podcast "Get Paid for Your Pad". After experiences some success with renting out his own home on AirBnB he figured out why he was doing so well when others were floundering. Teaming up with his best friend Huzefa they have now created an entire business helping other entrepreneurs to get paid for their pad.
Direct download: Episode_69_AirBnB.mp3
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-- posted at: 3:47pm EDT
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Mon, 21 July 2014
In early 2012 Fred Van Schie started FvS media when he saw an opportunity to help brands, athletes, retailers, and bands with their social media mainly in the skateboarding industry. He is now one of the go to guys in the industry for everything new media. As a kid from holland his passion and drive fused with skateboarding DNA has made him a big success pretty quick.
Direct download: Episode_68_Fred_Van_Schie.mp3
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Fri, 18 July 2014
Official co host of the "Friday shows" the wonderful and talented Laci Urcioli joins me again to assess another business submitted by YOU the listener. We also get into podcast movement, contributors of the Next Level society. Learn about Cherished Ideas who are taking freelancers to the next level, and how they are going to change the game.
Direct download: Episode_67_Cerrone_Laci.mp3
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-- posted at: 3:55am EDT
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Fri, 11 July 2014
Finally we have some answers to your questions about why the show went dark, the hospital trip, and what The Next Level Society is. We also assess The Filmont Company. An American handmade furniture company based out of Las Vegas between a group of friends.
Direct download: EP64_Cerrone_Laci.mp3
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-- posted at: 4:08am EDT
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Wed, 9 July 2014
Farideh (fair-a-day) Ceaser has spent her life in creative entrepreneurship. As a musician, she has toured the world making a personal connection with various audiences through her voice, storytelling and humor. Additionally she is the podcast host, Launch strategist, and an amazing individual.
Direct download: Episode_64_farideh_Ceaser.mp3
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-- posted at: 3:58am EDT
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Fri, 20 June 2014
Founder of Geek-Free Marketing and Best Legal Practices, Aaron N. Fletcher is an online marketing consultant, educator, speaker and nationally published author. Aaron's mission is to help small business owners understand and implement simple yet extremely powerful marketing systems.
Direct download: Episode_58_Aaron_Fletcher.mp3
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Fri, 16 May 2014
Tysen is a 22 year veteran in broadcasting as an on air personality and DJ for mostly alternative rock stations as well as a professional voice over artist. His podcast Go For It Show is quickly becoming a top ranked podcast interviewing amazing guests helping people just go for it!
Direct download: Episode_44_Tysen_Webb.mp3
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-- posted at: 10:52am EDT
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Sat, 15 February 2014
The first week is over! I thought I would give you a peak behind the curtain leading up to the launch of my podcast. Some things went well, some went wrong...
Direct download: Solo_Show_Final.mp3
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-- posted at: 12:00am EDT
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