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I have a friend in the marketing business. He knows (or at least thinks) he should be producing more content to promote himself, his expertise and his company. Yet he constantly falls short, saying, “I feel like I don’t have anything to say.” To which I say: Bu**shit. He has plenty to say, after decadesRead more

Recently, I listened to an inspiring interview with Blake Mycoskie, who founded the iconic Tom’s shoe brand and also the concept known as One for One® sales. As you may know, for every pair of Tom’s sold, they donate a pair to someone in need. It got me thinking: As a marketing consultant, I wantRead more

Want to know how to write a best-selling book? Believe it or not, there’s a service for that now. It’s called Scribe Writing (formerly Book In A Box), and it is a game changer for professionals who want to write a book but don’t know how—or who can’t commit the time that is typical involved. IRead more

Some of the most promising startups happen when their founders discover how to disrupt an industry. They see opportunities to radically change or improve “business as usual.” That is what Mike Devlin and his cofounders are doing with LureBoats, an online marketplace that enables customers to book boat charters across the country right from theirRead more

Many people have this idea that they can start a business by helping others. But few act on their instincts. Kathryn Jones is one of those who decided to turn her passion for improving others’ lives into a business that is helping children who are facing medical treatment get the emotional support they need. Kathryn isRead more

How does a high school kid who speaks no English immigrate to America, overcome racial tensions, graduate from college and go on to earn millions with WordPress (among other things)? That is just part of the amazing story of Syed Balkhi. I had the honor of meeting Syed two different times in 2015. He joins meRead more

Dan Waldschmidt helps billion-dollar companies and high performers develop a winning edge. His bestselling book, EDGY Conversations: How Ordinary People Can Achieve Outrageous Success, is a blueprint that goes beyond typical self-help advice. Dan is a popular speaker, business strategist and an ultra-runner who since birth has been refusing to accept business as usual. LikeRead more