Entrepreneur's Enigma

Yong-Soo is a Serial Entrepreneur and Creator of First Class Founders, a weekly business podcast for founders & creators. Yong-Soo launched Urban EDC in 2015, an e-commerce shop selling everyday carry gear. Then, he started an online dog boutique Spotted By Humphrey with his wife and French bulldog Humphrey, Chief Barketing Officer with over 150,000 followers across all social channels. In 2019, Yong-Soo launched a Climate-Neutral Certified 3PL for emerging e-commerce brands with a 39,000 sq ft warehouse. His businesses have done over $20 million in 8 years. Now, he’s on a mission to impact one million entrepreneurs through his new venture, First Class Founders, a weekly podcast sharing his lessons on building a sustainable, bootstrapped company to 8-figures in annual revenue. Key Moments [03:44] Starting at the bottom, struggled with finances. [09:14] Got a lease for unique warehouse workspace. [11:13] Embracing change and seeking new opportunities always. [13:43] Unwavering belief in a positive future ahead. Find Yongo-Soo Online https://X.com/YongSooChung https://FirstClassFounders.com https://UrbanEDC.com https://SpottedByHumphrey.com https://GrowthJet.com If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew McDonald is The Neurodivergent Copywriter. He specializes in helping neurodiverse entrepreneurs build and scale their businesses to reach their full potential. He does this by cutting through the noise from neurotypical-focused gurus and experts who deliver advice and tips aimed for NT audiences. There is more than one way to grow a successful business and Andrew will guide you to it. Andrew’s website is andrewmcdonald.biz He also offers a free guide to building a marketing outreach campaign as a neurodiverse entrepreneur at andrewmcdonald.biz/book Key Moments [00:00:54] Neurodiverse entrepreneur coach helps grow businesses. [00:04:09] Neurodivergence, including ADHD, is like a superpower. [00:08:07] Record time, sold reality, you know what? [00:09:59] Unique all-women perspective marginalized by neurodivergence [00:13:17] Neurodiverse person struggled with workplace bullying. [00:17:22] Chasing dreams, beware of unrealistic programs. Find Andrew Online andrewmcdonald.biz andrewmcdonald.biz/book linkedin.com/in/andrewamcdonald/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mandy McEwen is the Founder & CEO of Mod Girl Marketing, an award-winning social media consultancy, and Luminetics, a LinkedIn training company. For over a decade, McEwen has been a pivotal figure in the digital marketing sector. She’s been recognized as a Top 24 Business-to-Business Marketer by LinkedIn, and also as a Top 10 Marketer by DigitalMarketer. In addition to these distinctions, she has been featured in dozens of industry outlets including Inc., Huffington Post, and MAXIM magazine. Key Moments [00:00:35] CEO Mandy McEwen shares her LinkedIn success. [00:04:57] Sales experience in Kansas City, marketing and SEO. [00:08:05] Ranked #1 in Google for online marketing; coached agencies on getting clients. [00:10:46] Pivoting fully into Luminetics for LinkedIn training. [00:14:04] Freedom to work without corporate politics. Find Mandy Online https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandymcewen/ https://www.modgirl.consulting/ https://www.luminetics.io/home If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Katie Brinkley, a former sports journalist turned social media entrepreneur. Katie's story is an inspiring one, as she shares her journey of how she fell into the world of entrepreneurship and created a thriving social media agency. Katie's background in sports reporting, including working as a postgame reporter for the Broncos and the Rockies, provided her with valuable skills and a love for being on air. However, when she was unexpectedly laid off from her job as a marketing manager, she found herself at a crossroads. It was during this challenging time that she discovered her true passion for social media and decided to create her own agency. Starting as a solopreneur, Katie hustled for three years before taking her business to the next level. She invested in a coach, launched her podcast, and hired her first assistant. Now, four years later, Katie proudly leads a team of seven individuals, with three full-time employees and a group of dedicated contractors. Key Moments [00:02:16] Laid off. Boss suggested social media role. [00:05:17] Changing careers, gaining valuable experience for leadership. [00:09:18] Working hard, burning out, kids, school. [00:11:28] Delegation and timely communication keeps me awake. [00:13:40] Mountains are my happy place, always present. [00:16:37] LinkedIn and Instagram for business networking. Find Katie Online https://www.katiebrinkley.com/waitlist https://www.facebook.com/iamkatiebrinkley https://www.instagram.com/iamkatiebrinkley https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiebrinkley If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew Saline is an experienced advisor, consultant, operator, and coach specializing in small to mid-size businesses. For more than 25 years, he has successfully owned and guided companies from concept to funding, launch, profitability, and sustainment. Through his starting and building companies, Matthew is an expert in business strategy, value creation, culture development, mission/purpose positioning, marketing and sales. Currently, he is the owner of The Alternative Board - Philadelphia West (“TAB”). TAB facilitates peer advisory boards bringing Business Owners/CEOs/Partners/General Managers together on a monthly basis to help each other address the challenges and opportunities they face in running and growing their businesses. TAB Board members also benefit from an additional hour of private coaching each month, TAB’s proprietary set of strategic business tools and TAB’s global member network spanning 26 countries. It all combines to help members be more strategic and better stewards of their businesses. In addition to TAB, Matthew’s consulting company Big Door Open, advises B2B and B2C companies on positioning, commercialization and monetization efforts, and marketability. Through Big Door Open, Matt enables B2C/B2B companies to go to market confidently and quickly achieve a triple-green bottom line – benefitting people, profitability, and the planet. His passion for business innovation and service to others extends to his community involvement. Matthew mentors local early-stage businesses on how to accelerate their path towards success, providing advice on business operations, strategic marketing, revenue growth, and pitfall-avoidance strategies. Matthew has been a Guest Lecturer at Drexel University’s Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship. He currently serves as an Advisor for Drexel University’s Food Labs. He is also a member of the Bar Associations of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and State of New Jersey. Key Moments [00:00:57] Entrepreneur advises companies, focuses on Philadelphia west. [00:04:41] Smaller store, owner and partner started business. [00:07:37] Alternative board offers strategic tools for small businesses. [00:10:12] Rewards from being an entrepreneur are satisfying. [00:14:43] Sales expert with small business experience. Find Matt Online https://www.tabphillywest.com https://wwwbigdooropen.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewsaline/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tracy Hazzard is a seasoned media expert with over 3000 interviews for articles in Authority Magazine and her Inc. Magazine column; and for her multiple top-ranked podcasts. Tracy believes that the best way to be seen, heard, found, and rewarded for your expertise is to find your unique binge-able factor – the thing that makes people come back again and again, listen actively, share as raving fans, and engage even more. As the CEO of Podetize – the largest post-production company for podcasts; and a founding sponsor of the non-profit, Podcasters United, Tracy helps speakers, authors, and entrepreneurs get more raving fans and engagement. Check out her podcasts: The Binge Factor and Feed Your Brand Key Moments [00:00:35] Tracy Hazard, media expert and CEO of Poditize, is interviewed by Seth. She has 3,000+ interviews, writes for Authority and Inc Magazine, and has top-rated podcasts. She is the founding sponsor of Podcasters United and has engaged fans. Check out her podcast, The Binge Factor. [00:03:17] The speaker faced frustration after a project was canceled and sought a new client set. [00:07:43] In 2017, the company officially formed its own entity after already operating for a year and a half with a waitlist. The transition resulted in a rapid increase in clients, from 10 to 100 within the first 6 months, and the company now serves over 1,000 clients. Find Tracy Online https://thebingefactor.com https://podetize.com If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2015, Natalie received news from her job that she would have only two days to give birth and then go back to work. Instead of accepting this, Natalie decided to take control of her situation. She started her own virtual assistant business, which allowed her to work from home and earn money in a way that suited her. Her business grew quickly, and within just three months, it was making over six figures. Natalie didn't stop there. She expanded her entrepreneurial endeavors and now owns Nadora, a software company that helps businesses easily create websites, emails, and automations without having to spend hundreds of dollars on multiple systems and platforms. Natalie manages to balance her successful career with her personal life, raising her family in southwest Florida. Through her inspiring speeches, she motivates others by showing them that with determination, resilience, and unwavering passion, we can make our dreams come true. Key Moments [00:00:35] Natalie Guzman: Virtual assistant and TikTok star. [00:05:56] Google search launched my new work-from-home life. [00:08:09] Amazing surgeon specializes in reconnection surgeries. [00:11:50] Entrepreneurship: from red to black, liberation from debt. [00:12:59] Entrepreneurship: flexibility to manage family and business. Find Natalie Online https://nadora.org https://ngvirtualassistant.com https://instagram.com/itsnatalieguzman https://titktok.com/@itsnatalieguzman If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Entrepreneur's Enigma, host Seth Goldstein sits down with Geri Paige, a nomadic entrepreneur and founder of the Now Experiment. Geri shares her journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship and how she has managed to combine her love for travel with running her own business. They discuss the challenges and advantages of being a digital nomad, the importance of balance in one's personal and professional life, and the concept of presence-based living. Join Seth and Geri as they dive into the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and the lessons learned along the way. Get ready for an inspiring and insightful conversation on the Entrepreneur's Enigma podcast. Let's get started! Key Moments: [00:02:05] Realized corporate ladder wasn't fulfilling, went backpacking, found entrepreneurship. [00:06:10] Thankful for your approval; chose one name out of 80. The Now experiment promotes present-based living, not detachment from the material world. [00:08:10] The path of entrepreneurship involves self-growth and constant exposure to rejection and criticism. It is different for everyone and doesn't get easier over time. [00:12:11] Where is Jerry now? Carmen San Diego-like, she's on the move, but a home base is important. Carry on. Find Geri Online: https://www.geripaige.com https://www.thenowexperiment.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/geripaige/ https://www.instagram.com/geripaige/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to another episode of Entrepreneur's Enigma, the podcast that explores the triumphs and challenges of entrepreneurship. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Federico Romallo, the founder of Density Labs based in Guadalajara, Mexico. Federico is a serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in software engineering, having worked at Microsoft and with numerous startups. He is here to share his journey and how he helps both US companies and the local tech-savvy community in Guadalajara. Join us as we delve into Federico's fascinating story and gain valuable insights into the world of technology and entrepreneurship. Let's get started! Key Moments: [00:00:52] Tech-savvy entrepreneur helps US companies and community. [00:05:42] Microsoft boy launches Office, speaks to thousands. [00:07:13] Long commute due to traffic and people. [00:13:00] Corporations have excessive red tape, but I push boundaries. [00:16:03] Near shore team pushes envelope, fosters growth. [00:16:40] Pressure to provide growth for software engineers. Find Federico Online https://densitylabs.io https://www.linkedin.com/in/framallo/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Spidaliere is a four-time founder currently working on his newest venture, First Time Founder Capital. FTFC was built to be the bridge between founder and funder, offering curated, strategic deal flow to his growing network of active investors while equipping founders with the necessary tools, resources, strategies, and hands-on support to navigate the challenging landscape of early-stage fundraising. In addition to his role as a fundraising consultant, he dedicates his time to mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs through numerous accelerators such as Techstars and Founder Institute. He also holds advisory board positions at multiple startups. Key Moments [00:00:47] Mike is a four-time founder, bridging founders and funders. [00:03:38] Web CEO to cannabis cafe CEO: big shift, roadblocks. [00:06:38] Fundraising consulting, connected founder to investor, successful fundraise. [00:11:11] Phone essential for networking and staying positive. [00:13:16] Open to chat with founders at any stage. Find Mike Online https://first-time-founder-capital.webflow.io/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelspidaliere If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Khai Tran, a Vietnamese immigrant, is the CEO of Penji, a tech-enabled service aiming to be the world’s most dependable and seamless graphic design service. His companies have made the list of INC 5000 and worked with Fortune 500 companies such as Express, Rebook, Pepboys, and Lyft. Despite his company’s global presence, he believes success comes from the local impact his companies make in each and every community they’re a part of. Key Moments [00:02:13] Start-up tried to boost job market in Camden. [00:05:57] Tech blog highlights local growth and success. [00:08:05] From basement dweller to American dream. [00:12:28] Website building takes time; 6-12 months. [00:12:58] Efficient CBD wholesale client gets project done. [00:17:59] Working with both local and global teams, managing fatigue. Find Khai Online https://penji.co https://www.linkedin.com/in/khai-tran/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan is an entrepreneur from the UK who has a few decades of running micro and small businesses behind her, building one from kitchen table as a single mother with two young children, that into a multi-million turnover business. She has always been passionate to encourage and support other entrepreneurs and has been involved in many campaigns. She was chosen as one of the first 50 women to represent the UK in the European Union on one of these. She is the author of two books, Scale for Success, Bloomsbury 2021 and Start for Success, January 2023, aimed at helping aspiring and growing entrepreneurs everywhere. Key Moments [00:03:11] Previous businesses lacked motivation; became single mom, struggled financially, sought government support. [00:07:25] Fascinating start, luck led to publication success. [00:10:26] Worries as a successful entrepreneur post-exit. Find Jan Online https://jancavelle.co.uk https://twitter.com/@jancavelle https://linkedin.com/in/jancavelle/ https://www.facebook.com/JanCavelleWriter https://www.instagram.com/jan.cavelle https://www.amazon.co.uk/Start-Success-Entrepreneurs-Guide-Start-ups/dp/1739191005 If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christina Nicholson is a mother of three, TV host, and business owner who lives in Wellington, Florida. Christina started her PR agency, Media Maven, after working as a TV anchor and reporter for more than 10 years. Since then, she has created an online course and group program for solopreneurs and small business owners who want to earn coverage in the media, but don’t have a budget to hire an agency. Christina is also the host of the Become A Media Maven podcast and the founder of Podcast Clout, a podcast database that makes it easier for PR professionals to build podcast pitch lists. Podcast Clout was acquired in 2023. You can still see her in front of the camera as a host on Lifetime TV, in national commercials, on the TEDx stage, and read her work online in Huff Post, Thrive Global, Inc. Magazine, Business Insider, Fast Company, and Boss Babe. She was selected as an Oprah Magazine Insider and Ambassador out of thousands of applicants. In Boca Raton, Christina gave a TEDx talk titled, “Fake News: It’s Your Fault” which has more than 100,000 views on YouTube. Christina has a local lifestyle and family blog, Christina All Day. As an avid reader and book lover, she is also a steward of her very own Little Free Library. Key Moments [00:03:33] Husband is stay-at-home dad, balancing work. [00:07:08] We know what works; we're experienced. [00:12:02] No worries, work ethic remains amazing. [00:13:48] Restaurant clients struggling during COVID, losing attention. Find Christina Online Website: https://MediaMavenAndMore.com Lifestyle Blog: https://ChristinaAllDay.com Podcast: https://BecomeAMediaAMaven.com Facebook: https://Facebook.com/MediaMavenAndMore Twitter: https://Twitter.com/ChristinaAllDay Lifestyle Instagram: https://Instagram.com/ChristinaAllDay Professional Instagram: https://Instagram.com/MediaMavenAndMore LinkedIn: https://LinkedIn.com/in/ChristinaAllDay Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/ChristinaAllDay Professional YouTube: https://Youtube.com/c/MediaMavenAndMore Lifestyle YouTube: https://Youtube.com/c/ChristinaDanielle723 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christinaallday If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a passion for empowering entrepreneurship through technology and education, Jedi has made a name for himself as a local entrepreneur in the Philadelphia area. From running companies like Web Junto to his current ventures with Open Forge and Startup Wars, Jedi has a wealth of experience to share. Tune in as we delve into Jedi's journey in entrepreneurship, his love for technology sparked by video games, his college years studying computer science and artificial intelligence, and his decision to break free from the corporate grind to pursue his own path. Key Moments [00:10:06] Transition from services to scalable mobile app. [00:10:51] Scaling entrepreneurship game creates challenges, roller coaster. [00:15:53] Freedom to create, inspire, and impact positively. [00:18:18] Stability and vision vital in entrepreneurship. Find Jedi Online https://openforge.io https://www.startupwars.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jedidiahweller/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Times has called Peter Shankman "a rockstar who knows everything about social media and then some." He is a 6x best selling author, entrepreneur and corporate keynote speaker, focusing on Neurodiversity in the workplace, customer service, and the new and emerging customer and neurotatypical economies. With three startup launches and exits under his belt, (most notably Help a Reporter Out) Peter is recognized worldwide for radically new ways of thinking about customer experience, social media, PR, marketing, advertising, and the Neurodiversity. Additionally, Peter is the Futurist in Residence at Price Benowitz and BluShark Digital. Peter’s sixth book, (and his first children’s book,) came out in mid-March of this year. “The Boy With the Faster Brain” is a heartwarming story about a young boy named Peter, who discovers that his ADHD brain, which was always getting him into trouble in school, is actually a super-powerful tool that he can use to achieve anything he wants - as long as he learns how to use it the right way. (And yes, it’s obviously very much autobiographical.) It’s the children’s version of Peter’s previous bestseller on ADHD, “Faster Than Normal: Turbocharge your Focus, Productivity and Success with the Secrets of the ADHD Brain” (Random House, 2017.) In addition to his passion for helping people and companies find success, some of Peter's highlights also include: • Founder of HARO - Help A Reporter Out, which became the standard for thousands of journalists looking for sources prior to being acquired three years after launch • Faster than Normal - The Internet's #1 podcast on ADHD, focusing on the superpowers and gifts of having a "faster than normal brain,” which has helped thousands of people all around the world realize that having a neurodiverse brain is actually a gift, not a curse. • The ShankMinds Breakthrough Network, an elite, online mastermind of thought leaders, business experts, and change makers Peter is a worldwide influencer and/or spokesperson for several global brands including Adobe, Sylvania, National Car Rental, Manscaped.com, Sealface, Thule, and many others. Finally, Peter is a father, a 2x Ironman triathlete, a class B licensed skydiver, and has a pretty serious Peloton addiction. When he’s not traveling around the world speaking to companies big and small, he's based in NYC, where he was born and raised, with his ten year old daughter and three-year-old dog, both of whom consistently refuse him access to his couch. Interesting Parts [00:04:44] Started companies, helped reporters, acquired, lucky. [00:07:26] Stop caring what people think; prioritize self. [00:11:25] ADHD causes sleepless nights and impostor syndrome. [00:13:44] "Move, try new things, adapt, and adjust." Find Peter Online https://facebook.com/petershankman https://linkedin.com/in/petershankman https://shankman.com https://fasterthannormal.com https://www.threads.net/@petershankman If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the Founder and Educational Therapist at North Star Academics, Ashley Harding has dedicated the past ten years to supporting children and families nationwide in navigating education's cultural and academic demands. Born and educated in West Los Angeles, she possesses a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by students of color. Ashley holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern California and a master's degree in child development from Tufts University. Her educational journey has taken her across the globe, including studying education reform in South Africa and being a Graduate Fellow of the University of Pennsylvania Social Impact program in Belize. Her focus centers on improving the quality of education for students and families, with a particular emphasis on creating social capital and support for students and families of color. Prior to founding North Star Academics, Ashley served as the Director of Family and External Engagement for KIPP DC, where she worked closely with over 6,000 students and families. Additionally, she has co-authored research publications addressing the educational disparities faced by Black and Latino males. Outside of her professional endeavors, Ashley enjoys indulging in Randy's Donuts, promoting veganism, donning black Chucks, and jamming to 1990s R&B. Her passion for education and dedication to empowering students and families in underserved communities make her a respected and influential figure in the field. Important Moments [00:06:26] Unhoused: Huge homeless crisis in California. [00:07:21] Big companies like Apple and Google in LA. Huge income disparity with Hollywood. People staying for family ties. [00:11:59] Entrepreneurship allows freedom, creativity, and value. [00:16:51] Supporting growth and scale, mission-driven team. [00:19:36] Kids learn by enjoying low-stake opportunities. Find Ashley Online https://www.northstaracademics.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyelizabethharding/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another exciting episode of Entrepreneurs Enigma! In this episode, our host Seth sits down with the talented entrepreneur, Kasey Jones. Kasey shares her inspiring journey of how she found her passion for helping startup founders accelerate growth. With her background in B2B sales and marketing, she has been able to revamp sales and marketing messaging for numerous startups. Kasey also opens up about battling imposter syndrome and how she overcame it. Join us as we dive into Kasey's story and gain valuable insights into entrepreneurship, overcoming challenges, and helping others succeed. Let's get started on this enlightening conversation with Kasey Jones on Entrepreneurs Enigma! Key Moments [00:06:11] Kasey learns from Impostor Syndrome, starts their own business. [00:07:45] Kasey - entrepreneur, consultant, skill in finding ways to improve businesses. [00:11:34] Kasey dislikes Microsoft Teams and prefers using their own Mac. [00:15:17] The text discusses the author's appreciation for a small moment of beauty in a loading animation on the Twitter app. Find Kasey Online https://www.linkedin.com/in/abetterjones/ https://twitter.com/abetterjones If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Geoff Livingston helps corporations and associations adapt AI initiatives into their marketing departments. His company Generative Buzz helps organizations generate insights and new content from their existing content and create new forms of engaging, innovative communications with AI. He has served numerous top brand marketing departments, including AT&T, Audi USA, Cox, eBay, Ford, General Dynamics, Google, PayPal, Pepsi Co., Procter, and Gamble, SAIC, USPS, Verizon, and Yum! Brands. Industry recognition for these programs includes an IABC Gold Quill Award, multiple AMA awards, Cvent, MarketingProfs, the Society of New Communications Research, and Axiom. He has helped several brands successfully navigate brand reputation and cybersecurity crises. Geoff has authored three books on social media and marketing, including Welcome to the Fifth Estate. Key Moments [00:08:42] Leadership agility is vital for entrepreneurship success. Evaluate Serve exposed the author to large-scale AI projects with major banks and Fortune 500 companies. AI can revolutionize marketing strategies, generating significantly more leads. The author is enthusiastic about AI's potential in the enterprise market. [00:11:26] Loving Castmagic IO, but Momento's AI sucks. [00:14:55] Revenue is the scariest and most important. [00:19:41] Potential for growth through federation with Mastodon. Find Geoff Online https://generativebuzz.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffliving/ https://geofflivingston.medium.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@generativebuzz If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of Entrepreneurs Enigma, the podcast that delves into the fascinating world of entrepreneurship. I'm your host, Seth Goldstein, and today we have a special guest joining us, Katrina Purcell. Katrina has had a diverse and "squiggly" career, navigating various industries such as media, technology, and operations. She recently left her corporate job to start her own consulting firm and has a passion for supporting and mentoring professionals at all stages of their careers. In this episode, we'll learn about Katrina's experiences pursuing her executive MBA while working full-time, her transition from media to technology, and her role as a chief of staff during a company IPO. Get ready to be inspired by Katrina's entrepreneurial journey. Let's dive in! Key Topics [00:04:15] Career is a jungle gym, not a ladder. [00:07:41] Confusing politics or boring public company life. [00:09:42] The hats and ownership of startup life. Find Katrina Online https://katrinapurcell.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/ https://calendly.com/katrina-purcell/30-minute-meeting If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Damian is a Highly motivated, Professional Executive with over 15 years of combined experience in Multi-Million-Dollar Client Business asset Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Project Management, Staff Management, and Finance. With this experience Damian was able to build a vast array of Professional clients across the NFL, NBA, and Entertainment industry. Damian's experience, knowledge and relationships allowed him to successfully form long-term strategic business partnerships with Corporate CEO's, Celebrities, Media, Television Networks, Politicians, Foreign Dignitaries and Journalists globally. Key Moments [00:00:00] Damian Jordan, an experienced executive, is the creator of Finally, a search engine for marijuana-friendly job opportunities. He shares his entrepreneurial journey on the Entrepreneurs Enigma podcast. [00:05:41] Damian's entrepreneurial journey began in college when he created a college magazine that combined the styles of InStyle, Essence, and Sports Illustrated. Recognizing a need for a platform that focused on student life, he seized the opportunity to build a magazine that showcased campus events. At just 21 years old, Damian secured distribution and publishing deals and even featured Angela Simmons on the cover of his magazine. [00:07:21] Damian learned about relationships and fees. [00:10:32] Damian transitions from running his own firm to considering a larger sports company. However, after his friend Jelani introduces him to marijuana, Damian starts consuming it for improved mental health, alleviating anxiety and other issues. [00:17:14] Damian emphasizes the importance of passion and serving others through his entrepreneurial journey. Making money becomes insignificant compared to the value added through meaningful conversations and problem-solving. Loving oneself and a genuine love for learning are crucial for success in entrepreneurship and building companies, which has proven to be the best outcome for Damian. [00:20:11] Damian finds grounding in his Bible app, staying present and learning from others. Find Damien Online https://www.phynally.com https://www.forbes.com/sites/ajherrington/2021/10/12/new-search-engine-features-jobs-that-dont-require-drug-tests-for-marijuana/?sh=2338a62c5284 https://www.inquirer.com/business/employer-policies-marijuana-use-pennsylvania-new-jersey-20220929.html http://voyagela.com/interview/inspiring-conversations-with-damian-jorden-of-phynally/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-jorden/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://masto.ai/@phillycodehound Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Candace Yaeger MBA MA is a community cultivator, people connector, non-profit co-founder, renewable energy entrepreneur, former mental health therapist, TEDx speaker, and award-winning Executive Coach who has been featured in various news media outlets, including ABC and CBS. She is dedicated to helping others step up to their true potential and achieve successful, fulfilling work lives, keeping true to her life mantra “Lift as You Rise.” Born in Philadelphia to dedicated public servant parents, her passion for helping others and serving the community began at an early age. A self-proclaimed nerd with a Master’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s in Business Administration, Candace also describes herself as an Aunt, beach bum, and wife. In 2021, Candace and her husband moved their businesses to sunny Sarasota, where she continues her passion for community involvement, service, and adventure! Key Moments [00:06:22] The best part of being an entrepreneur is the freedom to take care of oneself and do what one wants. Being strategic and having good support can prevent burnout. [00:08:06] Moving to Florida helped me slow down and take on enjoyable projects, including starting a accidental nonprofit. While I enjoy the freedom, I worry about burnout and distractions from current projects. [00:11:40] The speaker is mostly on Instagram, enjoys conversations there, and is accessible through their username. They can also be found on Facebook for conversations. Find Candace Online https://bit.ly/CYtalk https://www.candace.coach/ https://www.ted.com/search?q=candace%20yaeger (or type my name into TED.com) https://www.instagram.com/candaceyaeger/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://masto.ai/@phillycodehound MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lori Sussle Bonanni is the founder of elssus, LLC, a multi-disciplined communications consultancy. Lori builds and grows companies’ reputations thereby increasing awareness, business results and credibility. Think of her as a nontraditional publicist working with companies as early as funded startups and as established as Global 500s. She partners with her clients to help them raise their next round of funding, hire and retain top talent and be noticed by potential and existing customers. Her work spans communications including public and media relations, strategic, internal and crisis communications, integrated marketing, advisory and more. Lori speaks and writes about effective and mindful communication, visibility and reputation management. Lori's most requested talks are ‘Attention is Earned, Not Given: Getting Your Business Media Attention’ and ‘Mindful Communication: Who are you Unknowingly Excluding?’ Lori gives generously with her time. She opens office hours to mentor startup founders through Almaworks (Columbia University's startup accelerator), Black Ambition (supporting Black and Latinx founders founded by Pharrell Williams) and Mentor Makers (via the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center). She speaks with marketing and advertising students at universities through a partnership with the Advertising Education Foundation. Lori also hosts monthly Ask Me Anything sessions to answer questions from founders and operators about how to best communicate a funding round before, during and after the announcement. Prior to launching elssus, Lori held senior-level marketing, communication and business development roles at world-class organizations including Verizon, World 50, NBCUniversal and DDB. Her writing has been featured in prestigious media outlets such as U.S. News and World Report, Huffington Post and The Muse. Lori earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a Specialization in Advertising and Public Relations from Rowan University. After graduation, she participated in BUNAC’s International Work Exchange Program in London, England. Lori also earned multiple continuing education certificates for Advertising Copywriting from the School of Visual Arts. In 2021, she earned both a Certificate in Women’s Entrepreneurship from Cornell University and a Certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace from the University of South Florida. In 2023, Lori was recognized as a Woman of Excellence by the Rochester Business Journal. Key Moments [00:05:44] Random jobs in London, publishing firm followed. [00:07:58] Found it, booked it, went big, loved it. [00:12:11] Temporary remote work led to permanent company. [00:13:40] Flexibility, diversity, adventure - thriving in work. [00:17:18] Jersey Shore, different country, reference for Philadelphians. Find Lori Online https://www.elssus.com/series-a-funding-announcement-pr https://www.elssus.com/ask-me-anything https://www.elssus.com/services https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorisusslebonanni/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/elssus If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://masto.ai/@phillycodehound MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Entrepreneurs Enigma, host Seth Goldstein sits down with marketing strategist Kristi Mitchell to discuss her journey from higher education marketing to entrepreneurship. Kristi specializes in working with service-based business owners who have relied on word-of-mouth referrals to grow their businesses. Together, Seth and Kristi explore the importance of strategic marketing efforts, even for those who rely on word-of-mouth. Tune in as Kristi shares her insights and experiences, offering valuable advice to entrepreneurs looking to take their businesses to the next level. Let's dive in to this captivating conversation with Kristi Mitchell on Entrepreneur's Enigma. Key Moments [00:05:00] Celebrate five years: stuck, but in a good way. [00:07:28] Enjoy working with people to build business. [00:11:07] Growing up as a marketer or entrepreneur. [00:13:24] Entrepreneur learns importance of patience in business. [00:17:49] Quick, easy marketing funnel assessment with meme. Find Kristi Online https://www.kristimitchell.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristimitchell/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. **GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser** **Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee** Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://masto.ai/@phillycodehound MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James is a sales & marketing focused startup guy. At last count James had run seven startups – and is working on his eighth: Cognome, a tech spinout from the Montefiore Health System in New York City. He’s also the founder and a board member of Open Squash a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose mission is to make squash more accessible. They opened their first location in Manhattan in January 2020 and are poised to open two more locations in NYC by Sept 2024 – you should join! Other fun facts: At Magnetic (which James ran from 2011→2017) he grew revenue from $1 to $100 million before it was sold to Deloitte. He ran PVI which is now owned by ESPN and is the technology that ESPN uses to show the first down lines in (American) football and other virtual objects in all their sport programming. James was CEO of the World Series of Video Games, one of the pioneers of e-sports; and He got his entrepreneurial inspiration from Steve Jobs whom we worked for at Pixar Animation Studios where he ran marketing and new business development for Steve. James is happily married with two children despite having made his family live on a boat for a year while they sailed around the world (2010-11). He graduated from McGill University where he occasionally guest lectures (B. Music – ‘cello), and holds an MBA from the Anderson school @ UCLA. Key Moments [00:03:45] Entrepreneur with music background gets MBA at UCLA. [00:07:22] Successful sale, but sued for patent infringement. [00:11:10] Being early can be a costly entrepreneurship lesson. [00:13:35] Nonprofit makes squash accessible in Manhattan. [00:16:27] Data stays in place, but can be combined. [00:20:39] Responsibility, transparency, humility as an entrepreneur. Find James Online: https://linkedIn.com/in/jamesangreen https://www.opensquash.org https://www.cognome.com IIf you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://masto.ai/@phillycodehound MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek is an Emmy Award-winning multidisciplinary creative director, art director, and motion designer with over 15 years of experience in various roles such as video producer, director, copywriter, and editor. At each stage of the production process, Derek channels their creative drive into crafting narratives through visual media. Demonstrating a track record of successful collaboration with clients, Derek specializes in developing memorable advertising content that adheres to deadlines and budgets. Thriving within an atmosphere of openness and innovation, Derek exhibits equal proficiency in both self-directed work and team-based projects. Their strengths encompass creative leadership, adept problem-solving, and an innovative approach. Derek's history illustrates a blend of exceptional skill in their field along with a versatile and can-do attitude. As a result, Derek consistently surpasses the expectations of management, clients, and colleagues. Key Moments [00:03:29] The author worked as a promotions producer at WTOL Eleven in Toledo, Ohio and won a regional Emmy for a successful morning news campaign in a competitive market. [00:08:48] Importance of self-identity and its impact on networking. Find Derek Online https://derekagnew.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-agnew/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://masto.ai/@phillycodehound MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew is a serial entrepreneur who was the first in his family to start a business, or as he calls it, a 1st Generation Entrepreneur. In 2006, he started an IT consulting business as a one-man show. Over time that business grew to $2M/year before he sold it in 2021. During that time, he also founded a digital advertising startup, a commercial real estate company, and even a small car dealership. Important Note: Not all of these were a runaway success. Because Andrew grew up without any formal training/education on what it takes to properly grow a business, he always felt as though he had to learn everything the hard way, and that the road to success was filled with uncertainty and indecision. Now that he has successfully run the gamut of starting, growing and selling a successful business, he is on a mission to help as many 1st Gen Entrepreneurs as he can. His primary goal is to help them beat the odds of failure, get over the “entrepreneurial hump” (as he likes to call it), and actually enjoy the freedoms that business ownership has to offer. To that end, he’s founded an online support community built specifically for 1st Generation Entrepreneurs, where they can get all the help, support & guidance they need to grow their business successfully. Topics/Key Moments [00:08:35] Outsourcing IT department provides predictable revenue, hiring, and peace of mind for CEO. [00:09:42] Hiring full-time IT person expensive; diverse skills needed. [00:14:54] Entrepreneurs aim to prevent mistakes but acknowledge that some will still be made. [00:17:54] Entrepreneurship offers freedom, such as the ability to make spontaneous decisions and enjoy simple pleasures like going for walks. [00:22:01] Some doubt their fit, but for those with passion, challenges can be overcome. [00:23:23] Having a supportive community can greatly benefit entrepreneurs in overcoming challenges and increasing their chances of success. Find Andrew Online https://1stGen.biz https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-drives If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://masto.ai/@phillycodehound MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a lifelong commitment to entrepreneurship, Holly's career journey began in the dynamic world of social media. This early exposure sparked her interest in digital communication and marketing, leading me to delve deeper into the industry. Over the years, Holly's honed my skills in media relations, interpersonal communication, corporate communications, lead generation, and direct marketing, all of which have been instrumental in her professional development. Today, Holly channel my entrepreneurial spirit and industry expertise into running a successful social media agency. This venture is a testament to her dedication and passion for the digital marketing and communications sector. It's here that Holly continue to apply her knowledge and skills, driving business growth and creating meaningful impact in the industry. Holly's journey is a testament to my unwavering dedication to innovation and growth. From her early days in social media to leading my own agency, each step has been guided by a desire to push boundaries within the digital landscape. This drive, coupled with Holly's extensive experience and skills, fuels her commitment to making a meaningful impact in the industry. Key Moments [00:04:53] Generations of innovation led to family business. [00:08:19] Paid to write, ignored professor, started career. [00:12:50] Entrepreneurship: fulfilling, fast, rewarding, and fulfilling [00:16:45] Presence of mind: key to seizing opportunities. [00:18:26] Opinionated journalist turned strategist, active on social media. Find Holly Online https://www.monarchsocialmedia.com/ https://twitter.com/monarchxsocial https://www.tiktok.com/@monarchsocialmedia https://www.facebook.com/monarchsocialmedia/ https://www.instagram.com/monarchsocialmedia/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-medwid/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://masto.ai/@phillycodehound MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rael Bricker, The Excellence Guy, promotes the idea of being excellent – showing up as the best version of yourself (or your company) every day. “In 2013 I was given a rude awakening when after a season of triathlons, I decided to run a marathon. All this was part of a plan before turning 50. Each time I ran, I experienced neck pain and it was discovered that I had two blocked arteries. I was the lucky one as I managed to dodge a bullet and ended up with two stents. Today I am probably back to close to my fitness and strength from 2013, but much more self aware of listening to my body This experience helped me to find my purpose in life. I found my purpose in sharing the experiences of journeying and achieving excellence with business owners and entrepreneurs around the world After 30+ years as a serial entrepreneur, in everything from education to finance to fitness, I’ve now made it my mission to share my knowledge and expertise with others. Seeing that light come on, and connections being made in people’s heads as to how they can weave my experiences and advice into their businesses reinforces that this is where I need to be." From being 6000ft underground in a gold mine, to starting an education business (that grew to have 4000 plus students) to spending years working in venture capital, Rael Bricker has seen it all. He has listed companies on multiple international stock exchanges, and his financial services group has settled more than $3bn in loans over 21 years. Rael has the unique distinction of having sold more than $1bn in mortgages from stage. Rael’s diverse work history combined with unique global research interviews with companies in more than 25 countries allows him to work with leaders and managers on growing and achieving excellence, as he has experienced the rollercoaster himself and knows how to navigate the twists, turns and loops. Interesting Moments 1. A Rockstar's Journey To Health And Gratitude - Timestamp: 00:00 2. Working In A Gold Mine: Challenges And Historical Context - Timestamp: 04:42 3. The Importance Of Self-awareness In Business - Timestamp: 09:01 4. The Importance Of Empowerment In Business - Timestamp: 15:58 5. The Value Of Life Experiences In Helping Others - Timestamp: 21:28 6. Continuous Writing For Entrepreneurs - Timestamp: 22:14 7. Managing Time and Ideas - Timestamp: 18:43 8. The Benefits Of Continuous Writing For Entrepreneurs - Timestamp: 22:57 9. Responding to Emails and Social Media - Timestamp: 24:09 10. Constant Ideation And Sleepless Nights - Timestamp: 17:43 Find Rael Online http://raelbricker.com/freebook/ (free book giveaway) https://www.linkedin.com/in/rael-bricker https://www.facebook.com/rael.bricker http://www.raelbricker.com/ https://www.instagram.com/raelbricker If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://masto.ai/@phillycodehound MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cancer Survivor's Perspective on Mental Health: "What I've learned since cancer, actually, is how I feel is really important...I really like is calm and peace and being chill and finding things funny and just being myself and not worrying about all of it." — Kim Beam Kimberly Beam has two master's degrees, a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and a Masters in Social Work. She has authored a book titled "What the Doctors Don't Tell You: One Woman's Journey through Hodgkin's Lymphoma." Previously, Kimberly worked as an English teacher for 12 years, specializing in middle and high school English with a focus on creative writing. She is a qualified mindfulness instructor who particularly enjoys silent retreats. Although she holds certifications as a tarot card reader, reiki master, and breath work instructor, she does not actively utilize these skills. Instead, Kimberly relies on her intuition in her daily life. Currently, she is taking classes to become a certified intuition instructor and plans to offer classes in the fall, covering topics such as intuition, automatic writing, and a book club. Inspired by her experience during a five-week silent retreat, she founded "Social Work Your Life" to help individuals discover their path to happiness. Kimberly is currently single and also offers intuitive life coaching, as well as courses on creating one's dream future career and love relationship through the Social Work Your Life website. Key Moments [00:04:39] Hilarious Instagram account cheers you up. [00:08:46] Hospital worker funds entrepreneurial side gig using dot phrases. [00:10:13] Entrepreneurship, book club, intuition, scientific proof, atoms. [00:14:11] Talk, Instagram Live, reels, ramble. [00:17:11] Hospital drama: Woman seeks social worker assistance from the sparkle wearing social worker. Find Kim Online https://SocialWorkYourLife.com https://instagram.com/socialworkyourlife https://gmwd.us/kim-beam-book Check out her podcast!!!! Social Work Your Life with Kim Beam!! If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the Founder & CEO of The EffortLESS Life®, Courtney Elmer is a sought-after consultant, host, and speaker who is known for helping entrepreneurs embrace antifragility and grow through what they go through to create the greater income, influence, and impact they deserve. Drawing on her background in psychology and personal experience as a cancer survivor, Courtney empowers online business leaders to establish the systems, structure, and support they need to build self-sustaining businesses that thrive in a rapidly changing digital environment, expand their thought leadership through podcasting, and use their voice to catalyze positive change in the world. Courtney hosts the globally-ranked AntiFragile Entrepreneurship™ podcast, which recently surpassed How I Built Ther and Harvard Business Review on the list of 11 Top Business Podcasts for Professionals by Small Biz Trends. She’s a popular speaker on the topics of podcast marketing, business systems, and entrepreneurial antifragility at notable industry conferences such as PodFest Global, and her skills and knowledge are frequently sought by leaders and teams from Forbes, Fast Company, PopSugar, and more. Courtney lives in New Orleans with her husband Alan and their son AJ, a surprise miracle baby following her cancer treatments. Key Moments [00:02:06] Corporate success, fairy tale romance, unexpected diagnosis. [00:03:20] Doctor's strange vibe, test results, specialist takeover. [00:06:57] "Remarkable progress: From youth to success." [00:12:17] Valleys bring growth, define our journeys. [00:16:18] Choosing to show up, using my voice. [00:17:44] Entrepreneur questions if work is sufficient. [00:22:03] Silenced as a child, still battling vocal struggles. [00:23:28] Power of voice, highs and lows, ownership. Find Courtney Online https://antifragileentrepreneurship.co https://instagram.com/thecourtneyelmer https://www.theeffortlesslife.co/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the past 25+ years Nick has worked in North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. As a seasoned entrepreneur he has founded and sold multiple multi-million dollar agencies and advised countless others, including Fortune 500 companies, non-profit organizations, small businesses, entrepreneurs, political parties and members of royalty. Nick wrote the best selling book, 'Exactly Where You Want to Be - a business owners guide to passion, profit and happiness'. He owns and operates a coaching and peer-advisory agency, an international marketing agency, and a project management company. Fun fact - Nick met his wife eighteen years ago at the Playboy Mansion in Los Angeles. Outside of work, Nick is studying to be a Sommelier and loves international travel. Find Nick Online: https://www.exactlywhereyouwanttobe.com/ http://www.nettresultsllc.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickleighton/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Sher is an Executive Coach and Career Coach with 30 years of experience at Johnson & Johnson and Bristol-Myers Squibb. He also served as Vice President, Coaching Services at the Velocity Advisory Group coaching clients in positions ranging from first-line Manager to CEO. He has had his own Executive Coaching and Career Coaching practice since 2015. During his 25-years at Johnson & Johnson, Ken served in various leadership roles in sales, marketing, sales training, leadership development, and he led the Sales Recruiting department for the United States where he learned valuable keys to the job search process. He has experienced the highs and lows many of us have during our careers. Ken was laid off at 52-years old, struggled to recover from that blow, and then landed 3-new jobs while still in his fifties. He now shares his career learning through his TRUST Success Model® which, when applied to professional relationships, networking, and job searches, leads to transformational results. Ken holds a BA in English Literature and Business Communication from the State University of New York at Oneonta. He enjoys giving back to the community. He is a Board Member for the Beacon Networking Group and serves as a mentor for two first-generation college students through the Philadelphia Futures non-profit which provides great educational opportunities for under-served youth. Key Moments [00:04:15] From entrepreneurial struggle to success. [00:08:50] Having a budget and quotas, but loves leading, motivating, and helping people improve. Emphasizes the importance of impact and responsibility in leadership. [00:12:03] The Trust success model emphasizes transparency, results, simplicity, and team building. Find Ken Online https://shercoaching.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kensher/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ashton Rodenhiser is an internationally acclaimed graphic recorder renowned for her sketchnoting and graphic facilitation expertise. Since 2013, she has been capturing keynotes, meetings, and seminars through visually engaging illustrations. Hailing from Canada, Ashton has collaborated with prestigious organizations such as Microsoft, Amazon, Michelin and various national and international associations. The pivotal moment that altered Ashton's trajectory occurred in 2013 during a workshop on graphic facilitation. Inspired by the transformative techniques she was learning, she decided to pull from her passion as a creative and the skills she had developed as facilitator to launch her business, Mind’s Eye Creative. Since then she’s been on a mission to showcase and teach others the power of visual communication and visual thinking. Recognizing the profound impact of sketchnoting as a tool for thinking and learning, Ashton firmly believes in its power to help others engage creatively while deepening their understanding. It’s her passion to help individuals express their ideas in imaginative and compelling ways. Key Moments [00:04:59] Ashton had entrepreneurial tendencies growing up and decided to start a business in graphic recording/facilitating after attending a conference. They were motivated to succeed and took initiative by sending thousands of emails. [00:06:40] Flexibility, time off, vacation, kids, studio, money control, hustler, pandemic resilience. [00:10:29] Ashton struggles with busy and quiet seasons, finding it difficult to balance work and follow up. They are trying to diversify their income streams and adapt to the online conference trend. [00:15:53] The importance of creativity and art in connecting with oneself and others, despite past experiences of creative suppression. [00:18:32] Promotes sketchnoting, offers free resources, and can be found on social media. Find Ashton Online http://www.mindseyecreative.ca/ http://www.sketchnote.school https://twitter.com/MindsEyeCCF https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashtonrodenhiser/ https://www.instagram.com/ashtonmindseye/ https://www.facebook.com/MindsEyeCreativeCF https://www.youtube.com/c/MindsEyeCreativeConsulting https://www.pinterest.com/SketchnoteSchool https://www.tiktok.com/@mindseyecreative $5 off ebook - Beginner's Guide to Sketchnoting (making it only $9 USD) coupon code: enigma https://sketchnote.school/book If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Entrepreneur's Enigma, host Seth Goldstein interviews Benjamin Friedman, founder of Build, Scale, Grow and author of the book "Scale." Benjamin shares his entrepreneurial journey, discussing his five exits over the last two decades. He emphasizes the importance of hard work and the misconception of overnight success. Seth dives into Benjamin's experience writing his book, mentioning the challenges of editing and maintaining consistency. The podcast explores the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, focusing on learning from adversity. Seth and Benjamin discuss the importance of a growth mindset and turning challenges into opportunities. They also delve into the paradoxes of freedom, control, and decision-making in the entrepreneurial world. Additionally, Benjamin shares his experience working with startups and his current fractional basis approach to adding value to multiple clients. Tune in to this episode to gain insights and inspiration from Benjamin Friedman's entrepreneurial journey on Entrepreneur's Enigma. Key Moments [00:02:45] Entrepreneurship is always stimulating, no dull moments. [00:05:47] Year one: solving my own problems, wrestling. Organizing for a book. Improve writing with editors. [00:09:23] Growth mindset, learn from challenges, seize opportunities. [00:10:38] Two decades of work and perseverance. Find Benjamin Online https://www.webuildscalegrow.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbfriedman/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mara Smith is a former attorney, corporate strategist and stay-at-home mom who is the founder of Inspiro Tequila. Mara began her legal career at a large law firm in Chicago before joining the corporate strategy team at a Fortune 500 Company. After her twins were born prematurely, Mara made the difficult decision to leave the corporate world to focus on her family. She never stopped thinking about what was next. Mara always envisioned running her own company and in February of 2020 she set out on her journey to create a new tequila brand, Inspiro Tequila. Key Moments [00:04:19] Switched from law to real estate corporate, practiced at big firm in Chicago, no women partners, chose corporate strategy at McDonald's. [00:09:18] Started tequila company with no additives, targeting overlooked female consumers, driven by love for tequila. [00:13:49] Entrepreneurship brings excitement, hard work, and fulfillment. [00:17:24] Maintain perspective, prioritize what truly matters. Find Mara Online https://inspirotequila.com https://www.instagram.com/inspirotequila/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mara-smith-9109031a1/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gordon Glenister is a global expert on influencer marketing having set up the UK association arm of the Branded Content Marketing Association influence division. He is also an award-winning author with Influencer marketing strategy and hosts the Influence the Global podcast. Gordon is a regular on the speaker circuit and often hosts panel discussions around influencer marketing and community building. Gordon also writes for the London Evening Standard. He is also a member of the Marketing Podcast network. he is a father to 3 boys and lives in the UK just outside the university capital of Cambridge Little known fact, he is also a qualified tree surgeon. Key Moments [00:05:00] First book success reveals self-doubt struggles. [00:06:56] Quick break, back to show, love it. [00:11:26] Making a difference, inspiring, collaborating, connecting, variety. [00:14:08] Cash flow problems, fluctuating investments, reviewing success, hiring good people, appreciating hard work, questioning affordable charges. [00:17:40] Entrepreneurial upbringing, inspired by gardening, making people happy. Find Gordon Online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordonglenister-influencermarketing-membership-speaker/ https://www.instagram.com/gordon.glenister/ https://twitter.com/GordonGlenister https://gordonglenister.com/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor May has been recognized as a top producer in the physical security industry the last 10 years. He was recently recognized as an IFSEC Global Security Influencer for 2022 and is someone who has been known for cultivating and sustaining relationships throughout his professional career, specifically with End Users. Taylor enjoys highlighting the industry's top professionals on relevant topics for today's security needs as well as exemplifying his core value by putting "People before Product". He holds a B.S. Degree in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University and was a Former Defensive End of the 2011 Big 12 Championship Football Team. Taylor also holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Dallas. Key Moments [00:00:30] Entrepreneur Taylor makes time for side hustle. [00:04:00] Ten years in industry, focused on surveillance technology. [00:09:00] Graduated from garage to office, podcast revenue. VIP Connect app possibility for full-time. Passion for side hustle turned gig. [00:12:29] Passion for connecting people, building community. [00:14:53] Authenticity and accountability key to success. Find Taylor Online https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-may-mba-55b40a84/ https://www.securityvipenterprises.com/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rand Fishkin is the cofounder and CEO of SparkToro, makers of fine audience research software. He’s dedicated his professional life to helping people do better marketing through his writing, videos, speaking, and his book, Lost and Founder. When Rand’s not working, he’s usually cooking a fancy meal for the love of his life, author Geraldine DeRuiter. Great Moments 05:07 - Mindset of success: More than just numbers 06:36 - Evolution of an agency: From design to SEO 07:39 - The value of imperfect tools in entrepreneurship 09:17 - Blogging success and transition to writing a book 11:26 - Unannounced ventures and being an entrepreneur 12:12 - Shifting focus: From demos to videos for product understanding 15:21 - Building a supportive community and overcoming fears 16:37 - Success and unique approach of SparkToro's Office Hours Find Rand Online https://sparktoro.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/randfishkin/ https://mastodon.social/@randfish If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Entrepreneur's Enigma, Seth interviews David Van Beekam, an entrepreneur who founded Tweva TV. Tweva TV is a local TV channel tailored to small businesses who can't afford traditional TV advertising. The episode discusses the birth of Tweva TV, the reason behind its creation, and how it evolved into a local TV channel. David shares some insights on how their team marketed Tweva TV, including creating a module for social media posting to target small businesses. David also emphasizes the importance of carrying optimism for the future, while acknowledging the need to be grounded in reality and seek advice to accelerate progress. Later in the episode, David talks about the fears that entrepreneurs face and how that motivates him to build something big on his own. Finally, the episode touches on David's fascination with audio equipment and his love for creating things that imitates a little radio station. Key Moments: [00:02:14] Tweva: local TV for small businesses. [00:04:19] Connecting small business people through restaurants. [00:06:22] Social media platform for influencers and businesses. [00:11:26] The Garage Treasures: An Electrical Contractor Father and David's Connection To Research And Development [00:13:49] Connect Tweva.com for small biz tutorials. Find David Online https://tweva.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-van-beekum/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Isabelle Kent is the CEO of Philly Startup Leaders, a 501(c)3 nonprofit connecting, convening, and navigating the largest early-stage startup community in the region. She's an avid believer that innovation can be a tool for self-determination and economic development, while building critical solutions for a whole world of challenges. In addition to coaching founders, leading accelerators, and organizing networking & educational events, she serves on the Rowan University's Rohrer School of Innovation & Entrepreneurship's Entrepreneurial Advisory Committee, is a former Co-chair and now Leadership Council member of Philly Global Identity Partnership, and recently participated in the State Department's Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI), fostering innovation trade relations in Tartu, Estonia. Prior to PSL, Isabelle started a growth strategy consulting company working with early-stage Canadian startups expanding to the US market, worked on a startup helping transitioning talent explore new career paths based on soft-skills and intrinsic motivators, oversaw over 100 communications clients in the Philly region for Cision PRNewswire, and worked on the White House Tech Hire Initiative and building a startup practice during her time at Randstad Technologies. Originally from Crimea Ukraine, she's a frequent traveler having visited over 40 countries. When she's not on the road, you'll find her cooking and gardening, with her cats and Elkhound nearby. Key Moments: 11:47 - Hope and optimism are essential in the startup world for long-term success. 11:32 - The most important thing to carry with you at all times is not knowing what's up forever. 07:27 - From novice to expert: The journey of a startup executive director. 10:45 - Overcoming challenges in Philly's startup scene and finding hope for the future. 05:00 - Mastering precision communication cloud for emerging startups. 15:36 - Special podcast announcement and recommendations from Isabel Kent. 12:11 - Hope is the new favorite ingredient for success in the startup world. 10:27 - Balancing work and personal life as a small nonprofit. 10:00 - Celebrating 15 years in the startup industry. 10:45 - Fundraising and finding support as major challenges for startups in the current economic environment. Find Isabelle Online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabellekent/ https://phillystartupleaders.org/ https://connect.phillystartupleaders.org/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkaedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Born and raised in Enid, Oklahoma, Caleb brings a personalized approach to each and every client of his. With a degree from the University of Central Oklahoma in Marketing and a M.B.A from West Texas A&M University, he finds innovative ways to reach new target customers and expand your business no matter where you start. Combining strategy with implementation, he focuses on building long-term customers through data-driven decision-making. With experience working with both small and large companies, he has the experience to help businesses create strategic marketing plans that focus specifically on each business’s strengths, not just a one size fits all/template-based strategy. Key Topics [00:03:03] Careful speech, marketing degree, consumer behavior research, product development, hidden aspects of marketing. [00:04:51] Started as profitable freelancer, realized undercharging, discovered market niche for marketing consulting, transitioned to full-time with spouse's support. [00:08:10] Flexibility and freedom to prioritize family, avoiding the grind and financial challenges of starting a business. [00:13:02] Success is not overnight, but the result of years of hard work and adjustments. Find Caleb Online https://www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-roche/ https://goclubcreative.com/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkaedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Casey Cavaliere, an American record producer, mixing engineer, and artist coach, draws from over two decades of industry experience with his band, The Wonder Years, to guide emerging artists. His creative philosophy, underpinned by trust, authenticity, and experimentation, aids musicians in refining their voice and expanding their careers. With a deep understanding of the deeply personal process of song creation, Casey focuses on understanding the inspiration and artistic vision of every song, working to amplify its key elements. As an artist coach, he prioritizes care, kindness, and honesty, approaching each artist's career uniquely to unlock new creative paths. Acknowledging that the process of becoming a "complete artist" is an ongoing journey, Casey fosters open communication, sets realistic goals, and encourages the pursuit of impactful small ideas to lead artists towards a future where their authentic work remains influential long after its release. Key Moments [00:01:31] Thriving Atlanta entertainment scene impresses with diversity. [00:05:48] Band proudly represents their hometown in songs. [00:08:24] Evolution of creativity and personal growth. [00:10:38] Answering to others while being authentic. Shifting music industry empowers independent artists. Constant self-improvement and finding fulfillment. Leadership roles and mentoring artists. Learning about the industry and effective communication. Recognizing personal journey and authenticity. [00:17:09] Band never takes success for granted; insecurities remain. [00:21:33] Pandemic revealed vulnerable and authentic side. [00:24:37] Empathy opens doors for understanding and growth. [00:29:26] Italian heritage influences my identity and unknown origins. Also, check out my podcast on Instagram. Find Casey Online https://www.caseycavaliere.com/ https://www.instagram.com/case_rock/ https://linktr.ee/Caserock https://loneliestplaceonearth.com/pages/the-wonder-years https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wonder_Years_(band) See how many Philly references you can find in this song: Paris of Nowhere -- https://open.spotify.com/track/22oWI0NdWAkmAneulKdzVs?si=ff96eb052aca4c78 If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkaedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexis Scott is the founder of The Fairy Job Mom, a consultancy focused on helping professionals become Eternally Employable. She guides job seekers in their next career move, helps professionals build memorable personal brands, and introduces companies to amazing talent. Throughout her career, Alexis has successfully navigated career change and adaptation, with a vast range of industry experiences from hospitality sales, to technology marketing, to recruiting, and partnerships. She is passionate about empowering people to achieve their goals and grow within their careers - whatever they might be! In her free time, you can find Alexis creating content on LinkedIn, traveling across the world with her family, and thrift shopping for treasures. "I just keep reminding myself that Rome wasn't built in a day. Just keep going." - Alexis Scott Key Moments [00:03:14] Hiring people with strong personal LinkedIn brands can create challenges when they want to continue their personal brand activities outside of work. [00:04:01] The speaker sees a blessing after a setback and admires the person being interviewed for their scrappiness. The Fairy Job Mom service, offered by the interviewee, teaches resume reviews and job search strategy, exemplified by their success on LinkedIn. [00:09:04] Starting a business in what you love brings freedom and advised to follow fascination. Find Alexis Online https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexisjscott/ https://www.thefairyjobmom.com/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkaedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Entrepreneur's Enigma, host Seth sits down with Shana Francesca, a life designer, speaker, life coach, and entrepreneur. Shana has been an interior designer for 17 years and has been doing life design work for a few years as well. Shana and Seth discuss the value of coaching aspect in interior design work, and how being an entrepreneur is tough when working primarily on your own. Shana emphasizes the importance of our orientation to space with respect to energy we wish to bring in our lives. They stress upon the fact that we need to interact with the environment in a way that reflects our ecosystem rather than making it industrialized or sterile. Mental health is impacted by the interior environment and studies during the pandemic show that happiness is directly tied to it. Listen in to learn more about Shana's work and her goal to help more people understand the connection between intentional living, leadership, and interior design. Key Moments 01:18 - Life design is about intentional living and leadership, not just in personal life. 08:33 - Mainstream media lacks nuance in portraying interior design accurately. 09:32 - Each client's interior design journey is unique and deeply nuanced. 10:00 - The best thing about being an entrepreneur is the ability to pivot and explore. 10:16 - Being an entrepreneur allows for personal growth and better client service. 12:29 - Valuing people and paying them well is essential for success as an entrepreneur. 12:36 - The power of valuing people keeps the speaker up at night, deeply nuanced. 16:17 - Our actions have a ripple effect, embracing nuance and accountability is crucial. 16:55 - Curiosity is essential, but society often discourages it, hindering authenticity. Find Shana Online: https://www.concinnate.world/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/shana-francesca-36b79217/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkaedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fulcrum Venture Accelerator was founded in 2019 by serial social entrepreneur Will Sacks with the mission to empower socially-minded entrepreneurs and help them succeed at raising capital. Will once created a solar powered race car that he raced from Chicago to Los Angeles and most recently founded Kindara with the mission to empower women everywhere through body literacy. Kindara raised around $9M in angel and venture funding and was acquired in 2018. He and the Fulcrum Venture Accelerator team are based in Boulder CO, and Nashville TN, USA. Key Moments: [00:03:32] Solar car project led to entrepreneurship inspiration. Introduced to Robert Kawasaki's books by friend Gabriel Miranov. Obsessed with creating and getting paid for it. Solar car venture required fundraising and product performance. [00:07:53] Some businesses struggle with raising money, while others are prepared but need guidance due to changing trends, such as the recent struggles of SVB. [00:10:41] Tech accelerators focus on business, not fundraising. Founder's struggle to raise money. [00:13:51] Record positive vision with hype music. Listen daily. Find Will Sacks https://fulcrumventureaccelerator.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamsacks/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkaedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike is the CEO and Founder of mowPod, the largest driver of engaged subscribers and listeners to some of the most prominent newsletters and podcasts in the US. He is also the co-host of the Friday Night Karaoke podcast, an (ironically) ad free, negativity free weekly pod highlighting performances from members of the Friday Night Karaoke Facebook community with their submitted themed covers of popular songs. Outside of mowPod, you can find Mike singing karaoke in Japan, skateboarding / snowboarding at a local park / mountain, or spending time with his two amazing kids and incredible wife. Find Mike Online https://mowmedia.com/ https://mowpod.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikewiston/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/fridaynightkaraoke/ https://fridaynightkaraoke.org/ Key Moments [00:00:28] Podcast host Seth welcomes CEO Mike Wiston from Japan, founder of Mopod, a podcast promotion engine. Mike is drinking 20-year-old whiskey. [00:06:16] Japanese culture values pride and dedication in all jobs; people are friendly and professional, with a focus on quality of life over money. [00:10:44] Podcasting is a discovery issue with many podcasts out there, including zombie episodes. Digital content disappears and podcasters can use tools like Mopod for a boost. It allows entrepreneurs to interact with others without doing ads. [00:14:16] Achieve organic growth before paid media. Validate with organic engine before spending money on growth. Example of newsletter with low open rates. Don't pay for media if not getting organic growth. [00:17:59] Uncertainty and risk come with entrepreneurship. Relying on one major client is financially dangerous. Diversify investments to avoid losing everything. [00:21:36] Facebook group started for pandemic karaoke leads to successful podcast featuring weekly theme songs. No negativity or monetization. Number 5 music podcast in US and Canada. Key Points - Significance of a necklace as a physical and sentimental object - Importance of being true to oneself and not imitating others - Risky nature of entrepreneurism and the uncertainty of income - Need for diversification to mitigate risks and the potential of Mopod for podcast promotion - Importance of having an organic engine for growth before investing in paid media - Speaker's role as a "dot connector" and the challenges of working in a corporate environment - Cultural differences between Japan and the US regarding work and money - Transparency of data for evaluating the success of campaigns - Launch and success of Facebook group Friday Night Karaoke and the accompanying podcast Friday Night Karaoke. If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkaedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is an example of how anyone can achieve success with hard work and dedication. He grew up in humble beginnings in a low-income neighborhood in Liverpool, England, before moving to America in 2009. A former amateur boxer, Adam applied the same determination and focus he used in the ring to his entrepreneurial pursuits - starting a business from only $500 capital and growing it into a multi-million dollar agency. Today Adam is the CEO of Noticed, one of the leading eCommerce agencies in the US. But despite his success, he still finds time for philanthropy, giving back to others, and staying fit by participating in Spartan and Tough Mudder Races. With a motivating attitude and incredible determination, Adam has shown that anything is possible if you stay focused on your goals and never give up. His story proves that it doesn't matter where you come from or how much money you have - if you put in hard work and effort, anything is possible! Stay Hungry, Stay Humble! Key Spots - 01:57 Chat about the weather - 03:56 Boxing And Entrepreneurship Run In The Family - 06:03 From Delaware to Marriage: The Surprising Connection on a Road Trip - 06:12 Meeting Adam's wife - 06:31 Adam's journey to entrepreneurship - 09:11 Transitioning To Eco And Finding Passion Through Magento - 10:36 The Buzz of Growing a Business - 11:51 Embracing the Ups and Downs of Building a Successful E-commerce Agency - 12:29 Embracing the Journey - 14:26 The Importance Of Teamwork In Business Success - 14:58 The Life-Changing Course That Transformed Adam Butt's Leadership Skills: A Review of Dale Carnegie's 'How to Win Friends and Influence People' - 15:13 The Dale Carnegie course and emotional intelligence - 19:30 From Panera Bread to Multi-Million Dollar E-Commerce: The Inspiring Journey of Adam Butt - 21:00 Reflections On A 10-year Partnership In Web Development - 21:34 Embracing the Meaning of Life: Celebrating 42 with Adam Butt - 21:58 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: A Must-Read for Discovering the Meaning of Life Find Adam Online: https://www.noticed.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamb12/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Loree Philip is a former 16-year Boeing professional turned entrepreneur. Her mission is to empower women in their careers through her work as an empowerment coach, podcast host, and the founder of weSpark, a boutique coaching and training firm that supports professional women to bet on themselves, step into their brilliance and gain the confidence to leap in their careers. Following a successful 16-year career in the Aerospace and Defense sector, Loree followed her heart for greater freedom and impact. During her tenure at Boeing, Loree gained extensive professional expertise, having worked in the areas of Finance, Program Management, and Strategy. By combining her coaching education with her solid corporate background, Loree delivers valuable insights and results to her clients. Loree's credentials include an MBA and Bachelor of Science in Finance from Arizona State University, as well as an ACC International Coach Federation professional credential and certification as an Erickson Certified Professional Coach. Loree launched a new podcast in 2023 titled Daring to Leap. Daring to Leap is a career empowerment podcast for women with a mix of career inspiration, self-development, practical advice, and stories of women taking big leaps in their careers. Loree is currently involved in her debut book project as a contributing author. The book is titled "The Art of Connection 365 Days of Gratitude." Key Spots - 04:08 - Discussion about work experience at Boeing - 08:12 - Entrepreneurship as a journey of personal growth - 09:24 - How entrepreneurship pushed me to grow personally and interview top industry leaders - 10:30 - Spark Coaching and training firm for women leaders and entrepreneurs - 14:24 - Breaking the podcast barrier: reaching episode 18 proves entrepreneurial success - 14:27 - The power of sharing personal experience to help others - 15:27 - The evolution of the podcast and taking down old episodes - 15:59 - Overcoming the fear of putting yourself out there in podcasting - 17:44 - Empowering your career: personal development and inspiring stories on the Entrepreneurs Enigma podcast Find Loree Online https://wesparkcoaching.com/ https://wesparkcoaching.com/daring-to-leap-podcast/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/loree-philip/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkaedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fred has a 35 year career in Sales. His focus has been in high growth markets such as Financial Printing, SaaS, and Adtech, and has held a variety of roles with global remits. He has been involved in multiple company exits and and two IPO's. Fred is a Partner at Advisewell, a consulting, advisory and investing practice. Advisewell’s unique approach combines a diagnostic analysis with the experience of what is necessary for companies at any stage to succeed commercially. Through Advisewell, Fred has invested in numerous startups, early stage VC’s, and is currently preparing to raise a Fund. He is also Executive Vice Chairman of Pavilion. Pavilion is a networking group of approx. 10K leaders across any industry and role that supports individual growth. Fred lives in NYC and Connecticut with his wife Jackie, he has two grown up kids. When not working, Fred loves soaking up all the culture NYC has to offer, and loves the rural outdoors. He is a big music and sports fan, and also enjoys cycling and tennis. Some Key Topics - [04:14] Pavilion started as a dinner club and evolved into a nationwide networking group of 10,000 members. - [07:42] Pavilion is a great group for young sales leaders to network and learn from experienced professionals. - [09:15] Starting a business requires updating your resume and online presence, which can be challenging after being in a job for a long time. - [11:00] Diagnostic assessments are an immersive and analytical process that helps consultants get close to the business and make credible recommendations. - [14:57] There are many sales opportunities in the US, and it's important to understand the different regions and cultures. - [15:22] New York City is a cultural hub with a lot to offer, but it's also a sharp-elbowed and materialistic city. - [15:49] New York City is convenient and offers immediate access to everything, but the subway smells terrible. - [17:00] The most important thing to carry with you all the time can be physical or metaphysical. - [18:56] Fred Mather offers coffee and beer meetings to help fellow entrepreneurs. - [19:30] Entrepreneurs need to be resilient and willing to take risks to succeed. Find Fred Online https://advisewell.com/ https://www.joinpavilion.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredmather/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkaedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Chemidlin is a podcaster and podcast coach. His first podcast, Philly Who?, was launched in 2018 as a side hustle while he was a corporate software developer. Just months after launching the show, Kevin decided to leave his 9-to-5 and go all-in on the podcast. Within 18 months, Philly Who? surpassed 100,000 downloads and more than $140k in monetized revenue. In 2020, Kevin began helping other podcasters grow and monetize their shows as well. He launched Grow The Show, a podcast, and the Grow The Show Accelerator, an intensive podcast accelerator program. In just 2 years, the Grow The Show Podcast has amassed an audience of 30,000, and the Grow The Show Accelerator has served over 350 podcasters, generating multi-7 figures in revenue. Kevin's mission now is to help as many independent podcasters turn their shows into a profitable business as he possibly can. Important Moments 03:33 - Kevin's entrepreneurial journey and the challenges he faced. 05:02 - Kevin's podcast, Grow the Show, and the importance of taking notes. 06:27 - The importance of taking breaks in podcasting: insights from a veteran podcaster. 06:55 - Kevin's experience with taking breaks and finding new inspiration. 07:44 - The importance of managing post-production and mental health in podcasting. 10:53 - The tradeoffs of being an entrepreneur: love, responsibility, and risk. 11:32 - The importance of checking all the details, even if you don't like bookkeeping. 11:45 - The one thing you need to carry with you at all times, according to Kevin Chemidlin. 14:21 - Kevin's podcast, Grow the Show, and the value of listening and taking notes. Find Kevin Online https://growtheshow.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kevinchemidlin/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/growtheshow https://www.facebook.com/phillywho/ If you’re enjoying Entrepreneur’s Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We’re on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you’re getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkaedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth on Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@seth MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices