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In this midweek mashup we go back to 3 expert guests with persuasion skills that are just out of this world. We revisit the importance of influence in business relationships, pitching ideas in a short and efficient way and how to use tactical empathy to always get your way. Being able to persuade people is one of the most in-demand skills today, this is a masterclass you can’t skip.[2:40 - 13:27] Jason Harris: How to Persuade without Being AnnoyingJason Harris is the co-founder and CEO of Mekanism, a marketing company. In this segment, Jason talks about how you can persuade people without being annoying. Jason believes that a huge part of any business is persuasion. Influencing people into buying your products, availing your services, or supporting your brand is an art.Want more?Listen to the full episode here[13:28 - 26:23] Brant Pinvidic: Mastering the 3 Minute PitchAward-winning film director, veteran television producer, C-level sales and presentations coach, keynote speaker, top-rated podcast host, and a columnist for Forbes. He has been named to the Hollywood Reporter’s 30 Most Powerful Reality TV Sellers and is widely recognized as one of the great creative sales leaders in Hollywood. Brant has taken the life, business, and storytelling lessons he’s developed during his Hollywood career and used them to uniquely bridge the entertainment industry and the business community. His endless energy, quest for adventure, and the 3-Minute Rule have helped make him one of the most sought after C-level consultants in the USA and abroad.Want more?Listen to the full episode here[ 26:24 - 36:53 ] Chris Voss: Master NegotiationsChris Voss is a 24 year veteran of the FBI and retired as the lead international kidnapping negotiator there. Chris is a bestselling author and has a company called Black Swan that specializes in business negotiations drawing on his high-stakes hostage negotiation experience. In this segment Chris talks about the most important tools in any negotiator's toolbox, and how to use tactical empathy as your main strategy when negotiating.Want more?Listen to the full episode here–Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The opportunities that defined past generations and steered their course through life just aren't out there for us anymore. In this episode, the author of Unlock Your Potential, Jeff Lerner shares his journey from a broke musician to a $100 million entrepreneur and how why he ended up building a thriving education program. He stresses how the failings of our systems have opened doors we didn’t know exist and how you can step through them. Tune in and create your dream life in the modern world!Jeff is the founder and Chief Vision Officer of ENTRE Institute, the world’s fastest-growing education company and the first institute of higher learning dedicated to entrepreneurialism. He is now regarded as one of the most inspirational voices online in business and personal development.Key Highlights:[00:01 - 10:30] Opening SegmentJeff’s life when he was 11 years oldWhy he decided to drop out of schoolThere is not just one path to success[10:31 - 20:16] Value Freedom More Than MoneyWhat Jeff’s parents did when he dropped out of schoolThe transition from a pianist to a $100 million entrepreneurHaving an appetite for businessDeveloping the notion of what’s possible[20:17 -32:16] Focus is a SuperpowerThe core skills that set Jeff apartJeff shares his experience in affiliate marketingBuilding an educational programPutting out valuable and engaging content[32:17 - 40:23] The Power of Digital BusinessThe enrollment advisors' conceptWhy Jeff decided to create programs for people who couldn’t afford the upgradeA value-driven community basedThe most significant growth phase for Jeff[40:24 - 44:30] The World ChangeIntroducing the Unlock Your Potential book20+ years of entrepreneurial experienceWhat the world needs nowConnect with Jeff at jefflernerofficial.com[44:31 - 54:04] My Wife Didn’t Cook!Let’s meet Deivone Tanksley and his business My Wife Didn’t CookWhat they do and what makes them uniqueThe Economic Development FundHead over to mywifedidntcook.info, and learn more about this unique restaurant!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.Jump over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.Tweetable Quotes:“Just because you don’t see it inside school, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist in the world. ” -Jeff Lerner“There’s no amount of tactical business or marketing training I can give people that they can be effective with if they haven’t first made the psychological shift from employee thinking to entrepreneur thinking. ” -Jeff LernerAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is Travis ever getting a tattoo?Today’s episode is inspired one more time by Travis Brown and his company Pod Decks. If you keep struggling to come up with content ideas, interview questions or just want to improve the content you produce on social media don't forget to check out Pod Decks and stand out from the other million content creators online.In this Freestyle Friday episode, we change things up a bit as we explore some of the prompts from the “How Dare You” deck.Tune in and find out:Travis’s worst childhood memoryWould he ever get a tattoo?Travis’s favorite thing to eatDid Travis get into a fight in high school?And more…You liked the first part, you are going to love the second one, this is an episode you can’t miss.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today’s episode we dive deep into marketing!In this midweek mashup we revisit 3 episodes with our expert guests that will teach you all about personal branding, influencer marketing and corporate marketing (with a splice of political marketing too). This episode is jam packed with strategies, resources and actionables.[1:19 - 12:56] Brittany Krystle: How to Build a BrandWith a decade of experience in personal brand strategy & content development, Brittany Krystle was hands-on with some of the biggest personal brands online to grow their influence, including Gary Vaynerchuk, Marie Forleo & Tom Bilyeu.Since that time, she has taught thousands of entrepreneurial-minded visionaries how to position themselves online to achieve their goals and create the future they dream of. Her podcast, Beyond Influential, is all about giving you no-BS deeper level conversations, behind-the-scenes insights, and inspirational, actionable interviews from the most influential names across industries.In this segment she she shares her experience working for Gary V.Want more?Listen to the full episode here[12:56 - 21:04] Tara Electra: Going Against the Traditional Route of Brand MarketingTara Electra is the owner and Co-Founder of Unruly Agency which represents over 100 models and Influencers with a combined reach of 500 million consumers worldwide. In this segment Tara shares how she started to become part of the entertainment industry and how influencers can help companies build and stand out as a brand.Want more?Listen to the full episode here[ 21:08 - 31:56 ] Phillip Stutts: The Undefeated Marketing SystemPhillip Stutts has over 2 decades of experience working on campaigns with billions of dollars in political ad spend and has contributed to over 1,407 election victories, including 3 U.S. Presidential victories. He plays and wins the game of both political and corporate marketing on the highest level. He is now the author of the book, The Undefeated Marketing System.Want more?Listen to the full episode here–Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.20:39.587Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

After working 54 jobs, our guest today shares why his 4th company is his 1st win.In this episode, Ryan Kulp discusses the importance of self criticism, how your network changes the way you behave and his philosophy on hiring new talent. He also shares his thoughts when it comes to buying and selling companies, and why the ultimate goal of every founder is to exit their company and see it running from the outside.Ryan Kulp is a founder, marketer, blogger, self-taught developer and a musician. He grew up always creating and performing but when the fine arts didn’t lead to a career, he found his element in marketing and entrepreneurship. In 2016 Ryan founded Fomo.com the world’s first social proof marketing platform and he also runs a private equity fund: Fork Equity.Key Highlights:[00:01 - 11:26] Ryan’s Early LifeBeing a troublemaker at an early agePursuing the rockstar dreamBeing surrounded by the right people in collegeThe importance of self-criticism[11:26 - 17:16] The Big BreakApplying to multiple jobs including GoogleRyan shares his first business venturesLeveraging a Kickstarter campaign to write his first book[17:17 - 26:36] It’s All About LeverageRyan’s philosophy on hiring for his companiesAll you have to do is whatever it takesLearning multiple skills to improve in businessStepping down as CEO of Fomo.com[27:00 - 40:52] Closing SegmentWho you know or what you know?Tweetable Quotes:“Every skill is learned at 3:00 a.m. in your chair” - Ryan Kulp “Your last day as a founder you make more money and do less work than your first day as a founder, when you did all the work for no money ” - Ryan KulpConnect with Ryan:Twitter: @ryanckulpDid you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Don’t be so quick to add someone to your F.U list!In this episode Travis shares how you can avoid ruining relationships by being more emphatic and how to make sure that you are not burning bridges. Also, he discusses why it is more important to mend bridges rather than burn them all completely.Key Takeaways:Understand how other people manage and prioritize their resources.Successful and high value people also sometimes get told NO.Be open to revisit previous burned bridges.Don’t put stops in your compound interest of relationships.Ego is damaging to relationship capital.Don’t actively search for destroying relationships and burning bridges.Tweetable Quotes:“I made it a principle in my life, that if somebody that I had burned a bridge with was willing to rekindle some sort of relationship or friendship, I would be open to that” - Travis Chappell“If you are one of those people that’s quick to burn bridges, then you are putting stops in your compound interest of relationships” - Travis ChappellDid you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today’s episode is a Midweek Mashup where we go back to previous interviews, and this time it’s all about Show Business, tune in as we revisit how to make it in the entertainment industry, the power of conversations and why consistency is key to success.[1:11 - 8:25] Eugenia Kuzmina: Finding Success in the Entertainment IndustryEugenia has done all of those since she was a little girl. From standing in the food lines in post-Soviet Russia, to the cover of Glamour Magazine, Russian-American Eugenia Kuzmina is a world-renowned model, movie star (including working with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars and most celebrated directors), comedian, and model mom. She’s been called “the hardest working mom in Hollywood.”She believes that everything in her life comes as the result of working hard and understanding networking from an adding value and generosity perspective.Want more?Listen to the full episode here[8:26- 20:39] Riaz Meghji: Every Conversation CountsRiaz Meghji is a human connection expert and the author of the book Every Conversation Counts. He is also an accomplished broadcaster having interviewed experts on current affairs, sports, entertainment, politics, and business. His experience taught him the power of authentic conversations, as well as how to put them to use.Riaz is a natural storyteller which allows him to conduct engaging, in-depth conversations across various disciplines.Want more?Listen to the full episode here[ 20:40- 32:37 ] Chris Van Vliet: From Small Town Reporter to Interviewing the RockChris is a 4-time Emmy award-winning TV Host, Entertainment Reporter, and YouTuber based in Los Angeles, CA. He has traveled the world reporting from events like the Oscars, Grammys, and the Cannes Film Festival. He shares why consistency has been a very important aspect of developing oneself, learning the curves along the way, and finding your niche in becoming a better version of yourself. Chris also talks about his journey from being a small-town reporter to interviewing well-known celebrities and creating 300k Subscribers and followers on different social media platformsWant more?Listen to the full episode here–Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Are you looking to build and scale your sales team? In this conversation, the CEO of Closers.io, Cole Gordon shares his experience getting into the marketing and sales world, and how he went from the worst to the best in this field. He also discloses why he defined himself as the sales team guy and what the biggest difference is between running an 8-figure business and a 7-figure business. Let’s dive in!Cole is one of the top closers in the high ticket industry, having sold over 10 million in consultancy, coaching, and agency deals. Cole scaled his own consulting company to over eight figures in less than 18 months, and currently, he builds, trains, and consults the sales teams of hundreds of seven and eight-figure companies online through his company Closers.ioKey Highlights:[00:01 - 11:32] Opening SegmentCole shares his background and storyHis freshman year at collegeCole’s experience with social skills booksHow Cole ended up in the marketing and sales world[11:33 - 20:45] Doing...

Today’s episode is inspired by Travis Brown and his company Pod Decks. If you are struggling to come up with content ideas, interview questions or just want to improve the content you produce on social media don't forget to check out Pod Decks and stand out from the other million content creators online.In this Freestyle Friday episode, Travis gets personal with Eric, as they go through some of the prompts from different decks.Some of the questions Travis answers are:What was something you asked for repeatedly as a child but was always told no?What’s the most embarrassing thing your parents have caught you doing?What 3 objects would you make sure to have in your office vending machine?What instantly makes you not like another person?And more…This is a fun one, you can’t miss it!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Don’t wait for the system to let you in—break down the door and build your damn thing. In this episode, our incredible guest, Kathryn Finney digs into how you can build your businesses in a world that has overlooked and underestimated you. She discloses the power of entrepreneurship and why it is essential to understand the value of everyone’s work. Let’s build a startup and break down the barriers!Kathryn cofounded Digitalundivided in 2012, the first incubator for Black and Latinx women. Her report, called Project Diane, revealed how little venture capital goes to startups founded by women of color; only 24 over two years. She also founded a financial lifestyle blog, The Budget Fashionista, and in 2014, became one of the first black women to sell her site.Key Highlights:[00:01 - 10:40] Opening SegmentKathryn shares her experience in high school Always take a risk and win Show people what’s possibleWhy the development of your core values is helpful[10:41 - 20:30] The Power of EntrepreneurshipKathryn’s emotional response to starting her entrepreneur journey Have your own money and create a life that you controlWhen Kathryn decided to jump in to help other people to navigate entrepreneurshipThe perception of success and its impact[20:31 -31:00] Understand the Value of Everyone's WorkWhere more work needs to be done in how we address the issue of people of color in business The economic output we value The black and brown communitiesKathryn’s outlook on the American exceptionalism[31:01 - 38:27] Closing SegmentIntroducing Build The Damn Thing Inspire many people to do the sameThe random round with KathrynWant to connect with Kathryn? Follow her on Instagram. Head to Kathryn Finney, break down the door, and build your damn thing!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people.Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Tweetable Quotes:“You’re perfect in your imperfection. Who you’re is perfect. ” - Kathryn Finney“Before you start building a company or product, understand who you are and what it is that you stand for.” - Kathryn FinneyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy