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At The Driven Entrepreneur, we sit down with business visionaries, leadership trailblazers, and successful entrepreneurs every single week. You get their origin stories, plus life and leadership lessons that shaped them in life. Each and every Friday an Interview with a new guest drops just for you!
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Tuesday Oct 01, 2019
Tuesday Oct 01, 2019
Ep #163 - My guest today is Chester Santos, "the international man of memory." Chester has left an impression on people from all over the world by not only demonstrating extraordinary feats of the mind, but also by educating others to do the same.
Chester is a leading thought leader on memory skills and their effect on one's professional, personal, and academic success. He is a US Memory Champion and is widely regarded as the world's leading memory skills expert. Through his international media appearances, seminars, TEDx talk, and best-selling books, he's helped millions of people to improve memory and create a sharper mind. Chester has been seen on networks like CNN, ABC, PBS, NBC, CBS, the BBC, and the Science Channel. He's also been quoted in outlets such as the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and TIME Magazine.
Chester has even served as the personal memory and mind coach to some notable celebrities, politicians, professional athletes, and high-powered executives.
In today's interview, Chester shares 3 secrets to creating your best memory while sharing specific examples for each one. He also gives an exercise to practice right on the podcast. If you've ever wanted to improve your memory for business or personal reasons, Chester can teach you to achieve this result. He has incredible insights and unique takes on memory. Enjoy my interview with international man of memory, Chester Santos.
Learn More About Chester Santos and his "Memory School" Program:
Visit Chester Santos' Wesbite at: https://internationalmanofmemory.com/
Claim Your FREE Trial of Chester Santos' "Memory School" Program at: https://www.internationalmanofmemory.com/store
Connect with Chester Santos on Social Media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chesterjsantos/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chestersantos/
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https://www.amazon.com/Firebox-Principle-Drives-Every-Entrepreneur-ebook/dp/B07FDKK9QW
Friday Sep 27, 2019
Friday Sep 27, 2019
Ep #162 - My guest today is Dr. Aaron L. Smith, the founder of Workplace Readiness Solutions and an expert with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). Dr. Smith assists schools, company leaders and communities to work together so they can develop and sustain a pipeline of competent and job-ready employees.
A 2008 graduate of Old Dominion University with a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, Dr. Smith has over two decades of experience in the classroom as a mathematics teacher and administrator.
He has developed a passion for workplace readiness and STEM where he has shared his knowledge as an adjunct professor at Old Dominion University and Christopher Newport University.
In this interview, we discuss the state of America's education system and how to improve it. You will also hear how STEM can provide a more practical learning experience for young students. It's a fascinating topic and there's a lot to unpack. Enjoy!
Learn More About Dr. Aaron Smith:
Visit Dr. Smith's Website: https://wr.solutions/
Get Your FREE Grant Funding Checklist: https://wr.solutions/schools-and-colleges/
Check Out Both of Dr. Smith’s Books at: https://wr.solutions/book/
Connect with Dr. Aaron Smith on Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorkplaceReadinessSolutions/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/workplacereadinesssolutions/
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Get a copy of my brand new book, "The Firebox Principle," on Amazon:
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Tuesday Sep 24, 2019
Tuesday Sep 24, 2019
Ep #161 - My guest today is Veronica Crystal Young, an Award winning speaker, actor, and producer. You may have seen Veronica on the Golden Girls TV show with Betty White, or starring in Broadway classic musicals including The Sound of Music, South Pacific, and Annie Get your Gun.
Simultaneously to her acting, she built her own business for the past 20 years as CEO and producer for the Hollywood based Crystal Eyes Enterprises. At her company, she produced television pilots, promos and the popular Nature DVD Series TV ArtScapes which plays for hospital TVs across the nation.
Veronica’s speaking list includes The Harvard Club of Boston, NASDAQ, and performing at Carnegie Hall. She has even produced her own film and performs as a professional singer, singing monthly with the Country Band “Crystal Whiskey."
In our interview today, we go deep on Veronica's personal story and what drove her to follow the path that she did in both life and business. She has an incredible story to tell and one that needs to be heard. I think everyone will benefit from listening to this interview with Veronica Crystal Young.
Learn More About Veronica Crystal Young:
Get Veronica's Book "The Other Side of Pain" at: http://theothersideofpain.com
Visit Veronica's Website and learn about Crystal Eyes Coaching at: https://www.veronicacrystalyoung.com/
Connect with Veronica Crystal Young on Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KnowUrPower365/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/KnowUrPower365/
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Friday Sep 20, 2019
Friday Sep 20, 2019
Ep #160 - My guest today is Dr. Rich Greene, an author, business coach, entrepreneur, and Ironman triathlete. Dr. Greene is the founder of Amplifier, a business coaching and consulting company that works with corporate sales executives to achieve peak performance through his training programs. Prior to starting this company, rich worked as a corporate sales executive for more than 30 years across many different industries.
Over the years, Rich employed many popular strategies to create a mindset that contributed to his success. However, it was his work as a Masters Swim Coach helping triathletes to prepare for their Ironman races where he discovered that these athletes had a unique way of thinking about success. This mindset was so powerful that it enabled these athletes to face extreme challenges and succeed where most other people would fail.
After years of research working with ironman triathletes to understand this special mind power, Dr. Greene was able to capture this unique mind ability and incorporate it into an elite executive training program called The IronMan Mind. Today, he coaches top executives for companies like Hewlett Packard and Oracle to adopt this mindset.
During our interview, we dive into a few peak performance qualities including the 3 levels of listening. Dr. Greene has observed that the best sales people in the world are also among the most effective listeners. Furthermore, Dr. Greene discusses the key differences between making low priced offers and high ticket ones that may reach millions of dollars.
Additionally, we get into the importance of social media in B2B relationships and how to effectively manage it to protect your reputation. We also touch on the power of your personal brand, your word, and your performance and follow-through. Dr. Greene is a leader of leaders and has tremendous insights to share. Enjoy the interview.
Learn More About Dr. Rich Greene and Get "The 10 Commandments of Peak Performance"
Claim Your Free Copies of Dr. Greene's Ebook and Audio Book for "The 10 Commandments of Peak Performance" at: http://peakperformerbook.com
Visit Dr. Rich Greene's website at: http://ironmanmind.com
Connect with Dr. Rich Greene on Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IronManGreene
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ironmangreene
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Get a copy of my brand new book, "The Firebox Principle," on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Firebox-Principle-Drives-Every-Entrepreneur-ebook/dp/B07FDKK9QW
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Ep #159 - My guest today Linda Shively shares an incredible and true story of escaping abuse, and walking through the loss of her only child just 2 weeks later. If you have ever been through the fire in life, this is an episode for you.
Linda shares about the secret weapon of joy in life, and about the 5 Joy Stealing Dragons. Matt even takes the quiz live on the air, and learns how to bring back high levels of joy in day-to-day life!
Linda Shively is a neuroscience and mindset expert, an award-winning speaker, and has presented across the country at places like the Harvard Club of Boston, Walmart, and the New York City Bar Association.
Linda has been a multiple-time guest and a host on cable television, featured in a feature-film with Winona Ryder and Jeff Daniels, and even performed at the Rose Bowl for over 90,000 people
Award winning physicians, entrepreneurs, and realtors have sought her out to eliminate limiting beliefs and fears that were holding them back.
Learn More About Linda Shively
Visit Linda's Website and Take the FREE Joy Stealing Dragons Quiz at: https://joystealingdragons.com/
Connect with Linda Shively on Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lindaashively
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindaashively
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https://www.amazon.com/Firebox-Principle-Drives-Every-Entrepreneur-ebook/dp/B07FDKK9QW
Friday Sep 13, 2019
Friday Sep 13, 2019
Ep #158 - My guest today is Tamara Celeste, a Lawyer, Real Estate Broker, Coach, Author and purpose driven Entrepreneur. Tamara is an unshakable optimist and her mission is to empower, educate and support women in their quest to purchase real estate so that they can build wealth and increase their net worth. She helps women achieve a direct, positive financial impact on their lives and the lives of their families.
Tamara believes that knowledge is incredibly powerful and empowering. This is why she has chosen to share decades of knowledge with people. She lets others leverage her experience to make the new experience of purchasing a home one that can be cherished rather than one of anxiety and nerves.
As a home buying coach, she provides her clients with the tools and resources to answer the their question while informing them of the questions they don't know to ask. She also provides access to credit, mortgage and other real estate related experts who keep her clients informed every step of the way, guaranteeing they are prepared for the purchase of a new home.
Her work with clients leads to a lifetime of opportunities. Listen in to hear Tamara's incredible journey as she moved from Goldman Sachs on Wall Street, to real estate becoming "the short sale queen," and ultimately to the purpose driven work that she does now. Enjoy!
Learn More About Tamara Celeste:
Visit Tamara's free guide on "8 Common Mistakes First Time Homebuyers Make and How to Avoid Them" through her website at : https://tamaraceleste.com/
Get Tamara's New Book, "Buy Homes, Not Shoes," on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DLRN1TP
Connect with Tamara Celeste on Social Media:
Facebook (Personal Page): https://www.facebook.com/IAmTamaraCeleste
Facebook (Business Page): https://www.facebook.com/Tamara.TheHomeBuyingCoach/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamaraceleste/
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Visit Matt Brauning's Websites:
Get a copy of my brand new book, "The Firebox Principle," on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Firebox-Principle-Drives-Every-Entrepreneur-ebook/dp/B07FDKK9QW
Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
Ep #157 - My guest this week is Diane Huth, a self-proclaimed "Accidental Career Coach," speaker, and Amazon best-selling author. Her role can also accurately be described as a career branding coach as she helps people and companies to develop brands. Diane has worked for over 30 years with some of the largest companies in the world such as Johnson & Johnson, Frito-Lay, Nestle, and CBS. She has also worked over a decade with startup and entrepreneurial firms which she found to be exceedingly more difficult than working with existing large corporations. Diane specializes in helping people to build their personal brand so that they can land the job of their dreams.
Today, we will be discussing the topic of redefining success in life and business. Diane will give her definition of "success" along with her strategy for how to shift it's meaning along your journey. It's a great interview so listen in and enjoy.
Learn More About Diane Huth:
Visit Diane Huth's Website and Get Access to Her Free Resume Builder Cheat Sheet at: https://www.dianehuth.com/home-page
Get Diane's Free Ebook, "Brand You! 10 Reasons They Should Hire You Instead of a Millennial," at: http://reinventmycareerplease.com
View All of Diane Huth's Books on Amazon By Visiting Her Author Page at: https://www.amazon.com/Diane-Huth/e/B01N9KBN5W%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Connect with Diane Huth on Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrandYouGuide/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandyouguide/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianehuth/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZECbSqnhe6Ifugx-XNrbSw
Whether you are new to The Driven Entrepreneur Podcast or are a fan, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show. Your support and your reviews help this show to attract prolific guests and to provide the best listening experience possible.
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Get a copy of my brand new book, "The Firebox Principle," on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Firebox-Principle-Drives-Every-Entrepreneur-ebook/dp/B07FDKK9QW
Friday Sep 06, 2019
Friday Sep 06, 2019
Ep #156 - Michelle Kopper, a leading voice, video, & visibility expert, joins me on the show this week for a fantastic interview. Michelle has inspired thousands from business to Broadway to find and free their voice and unlock their
transformational message to move audiences online, onstage and on camera. Michelle is a professional actor, singer & songwriter with 25+ years of experience. She successfully healed her own paralyzing stage fright and felt called to share her experience and journey with others.
Michelle offers programs designed to help entrepreneurs and creatives to get clear, get confident and get
clients while creating a life and business of fulfillment, impact and prosperity. She is the author of the book, "Your Powerful Presence: 7 Steps to Get Clients, Gain Influence & Become a Leader Online." She is also the CEO of The Inspired Voice Business Coaching.
Through her work, Michelle uses her intuition to create highly aligned marketing language that helps her clients to heal blocks and fears around being seen, heard, and generally visible. Her methodologies are effective in allowing clients to finally be able to share their message with passion and presence so that they can amplify their sales and impact.
Learn More About Michelle Kopper:
Visit Michelle Kopper's Website at: https://michellekopper.com/
Get Michelle Kopper's Book, "Your Powerful Presence: 7 Steps to Get Clients, Gain Influence, & Become a Leader Online": https://michellekopper.com/yourpowerfulpresence/
Connect with Michelle Kopper on Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheInspiredVoice/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kopptoo/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellekopper/
Whether you are new to The Driven Entrepreneur Podcast or are a fan, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show. Your support and your reviews help this show to attract prolific guests and to provide the best listening experience possible.
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Visit Matt Brauning's Websites:
Get a copy of my brand new book, "The Firebox Principle," on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Firebox-Principle-Drives-Every-Entrepreneur-ebook/dp/B07FDKK9QW
Tuesday Sep 03, 2019
Tuesday Sep 03, 2019
Ep #155 - Ali Brown, one of the world's foremost female entrepreneurs, joins me on the podcast for a very special interview. Ali is one of the most recognized entrepreneurial coaches worldwide and she was named as the "Entrepreneurial Guru for Women" by Business News Daily. She provides business coaching and advice to over 250,000 followers and she is the host of the Glambition® Radio show.
Ali has been an entrepreneur for 20 years and first entered the seminar space in 2005. In our interview, Ali and I discuss the modern political climate and how she responds to the cultural shifts that have come recently. We also get into her early days as a seminar leader and how the coaching industry has changed over time.
Ali says that in the modern business environment, it's time to niche down and position up. She explains this in detail in the interview. It's a fun conversation and Ali Brown is an incredible resource to learn from.
Learn More About Ali Brown:
Visit Ali Brown's Website at: https://alibrown.com/
Listen to Glambition® Radio on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/glambition-radio/id799805829
Connect with Ali Brown on Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alibrownfan
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alibrownofficial/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliBrown
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alibrownla/
Whether you are new to The Driven Entrepreneur Podcast or are a fan, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show. Your support and your reviews help this show to attract prolific guests and to provide the best listening experience possible.
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Get a copy of my brand new book, "The Firebox Principle," on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Firebox-Principle-Drives-Every-Entrepreneur-ebook/dp/B07FDKK9QW
Friday Aug 30, 2019
Friday Aug 30, 2019
Ep #154 - John Iannarelli, a retired FBI agent with more than 20 years of service, joins the show this week for an incredible interview. During John's tenure in the FBI, he served as the FBI’s National Spokesperson, on the FBI Cyber Division executive staff, as an FBI SWAT team member, and as the Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Phoenix Division, where he oversaw all Criminal, Cyber, and Counter Intelligence Investigations throughout Arizona.
John has participated in many extensive investigations, including:
• The Oklahoma City Bombing
• The 9/11 attack
• Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords shooting
• The Sony hack
While at the FBI, John received the FBI Director’s Distinguished Service Award, for which he was selected from the ranks of the Bureau’s 35,000 employees. He also received an Honorary Doctorate of Computer Science in recognition of his contributions to the field of cyber investigations. John is an amazing individual and he has a lot to share from his unique experience. Tune in for a great interview.
Learn More About John Iannarelli:
Check out John's website at: http://fbijohn.com/
Get John's Book Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/How-Spot-Terrorist-Before-Late/dp/0997601507
Connect with John Iannarelli on Social Media:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/fbijohn
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fbijohn/
Whether you are new to The Driven Entrepreneur Podcast or are a fan, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show. Your support and your reviews help this show to attract prolific guests and to provide the best listening experience possible.
Also, I love to hear from the fans and listeners. Please share your feedback, guest suggestions, or ideas for show topics with me on social media.
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattbrauning
Visit Matt Brauning's Websites:
Get a copy of my brand new book, "The Firebox Principle," on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Firebox-Principle-Drives-Every-Entrepreneur-ebook/dp/B07FDKK9QW