Matthew Rooda solved a major issue for hog farmers through starting SwineTech. He raised more than $6 million in venture capital and has been recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30. Tune in to hear valuable advice from an entrepreneur who knows what it takes to grow a business and stay ahead of the competition…
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The Anti-Diet Diet: Goodbye Diet Culture, Hello Sustainable Health
Emily Hochman, a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur, has redefined “dieting” through Wellory, an app that helps people make healthier eating choices rather than crash diets. Tune in to hear valuable advice about growing a business and learn some health tips along the way…
Read MoreSometimes We Need to Hear ‘No’
Most of us sales and business development types don’t like to hear the word “no.” I get it. But sometimes, us management types need to hear “no.” Let me explain. I recently asked our administrative assistant if she would help with a new project. She replied with an emphatic but polite “no.” The truth is that she was correct…
Read MoreHow to Avoid 4 Common Mistakes: Franchising Advice From Rick Del Sontro
Rick Del Sontro offers expert advice on franchising, including what investors are looking for and common struggles to avoid in starting up a business. As founder of a company that was named to the Inc. 5000 List of the Fastest-Growing private companies for six consecutive years, Del Sontro knows what it takes to drive success. Tune in to hear more…
Read MoreAre You a Pit Bull or Pitiful?
The truth is that in most selling situations, the prospect isn’t always ready to buy when you are ready to sell. You know this. There are two kinds of sales types: the pit bull and the pitiful. If you go on a sales call and the prospect tells you they will call you the next…
Read MoreHow The Chive Founders Built an Empire and Started a Business With Bill Murray
Leo Resig is co-founder of the well-known lifestyle and comedy website The Chive and creates popular apparel such as “Keep Calm and CHIVE on.” Tune in to hear Resig’s story about starting a business with Bill Murray, and advice on how pursuing your passion and being aware of your surroundings can lead to great success…
Read MoreThe Scarecrow Effect
Over the years, I have met many people, many of whom are very successful, who lack self-confidence and self-esteem because they do not have a college degree. I call this the Scarecrow Effect. You remember the Scarecrow in “The Wizard of Oz.” He felt he was not smart. He even sang a song called “If I Only Had a Brain.”…
Read MoreWhy You Should Ignore the Naysayers: Taking Risks With Junk King CEO Michael Andreacchi
“Start today, because in two years you’ll be saying that you should have done it sooner,” shares Michael Andreacchi, CEO of Junk King. Andreacchi started the eco-friendly junk removal company and grew it to 100-plus franchises. Tune in to hear how having the confidence to take risks can lead to achieving your dreams…
Read MoreRedefining Wellness: Startup Transforms the Fitness Industry
“Passion is key—be obsessed with the solution you’re offering,” shares Ed Buckley, who transformed the fitness industry through creating a flexible corporate wellness program. Tune in to Million Dollar Monday to hear the story of Peerfit and key advice to growing a company through networking and fundraising…
Read MoreOne Simple Step That Earned an Investment From Daymond John
In addition to my blog, “Million Dollar Mindset” I also host a video podcast, Million Dollar Monday. The purpose of Million Dollar Monday is to provide inspiration and advice to entrepreneurs and all people with big dreams. A recent guest, Mike Watts, founder of LoveHandle, attempted two times to be on the “Shark Tank” television…
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