Best Nick McGowan Podcasts (2025)

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3 Levers to Double Revenue with Simon Severino: An EOFire Classic from 2022 25:14

40m ago25:14

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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Simon helps business owners in SaaS and services run their company more effectively, which results in s…

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Why Smart Money Is Moving Into Non-Food Franchises in 2025 with Jon Ostenson 21:57

3h ago21:57

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Jon Ostenson is a top 1 percent Franchise Broker, Consultant, Investor, and Author of the book 'Non-Food Franchising'. Jon is CEO of FranBridge Consulting, an Inc 5000 company. draws on his experience as a former Inc. Franchise President and Multi-Brand Franchisee in serving his clients. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Non-sexy is the new sexy. The best franc…

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Franchising: The Understated Path to Entrepreneurship with Alex Smereczniak 27:40

1d ago27:40

27:40

Alex Smereczniak is a serial entrepreneur and CEO of Franzy, making franchise ownership more accessible. Built 2ULaundry & LaundroLab, selling 100 plus franchises. Passionate about helping others take big swings in business and life. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You don’t need to start with passion to become successful-obsession, commitment, and consistenc…

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Jimmy Anderson: Behind the Bowler 57:14

1d ago57:14

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In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with cricketing icon Jimmy Anderson to trace the arc of a record-breaking career- from growing up as a shy kid in Burnley, to becoming the most successful fast bowler in Test history. Jimmy reflects on the early self-doubt that plagued him, the physical toll of a 20-year career, and the in…

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The Art of Clarity with Andrew Heiss | Season 6 Episode 6 49:31

3d ago49:31

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Andrew Heiss is an assistant professor in the Department of Public Management and Policy at the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University. Vincent’s “What is your estimand” section in his {marginaleffects} book: https://marginaleffects.com/chapters/challenge.html#sec-goals_estimand Article on defining estimands: https://doi.…

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The Franchise Formula: Turning Your Business Into A Brand Empire with Scott Marr and Megan Taylor 25:52

2d ago25:52

25:52

Scott Marr, franchising titan and Founding Principal of Franchise Altitude, has built nationally recognized brands and helps entrepreneurs scale theirs with proven strategies, industry insight, and access to growth capital. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success isn't about doing more - it's about doing fewer things better through ruthless prioritization. 2.…

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Mastering the Digital Game of Business and Money with Ted McGrath 22:45

3d ago22:45

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Ted McGrath helps entrepreneurs master the digital game of business and money. He has a passion for sharing, speaking, and performing. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The No.1 key in speaking and communicating is storytelling. 2. Stage is defined as the one to many model because you can close 5, 10 , 50 or 100 people at once with it. 3. The key to the close i…

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Ikigai Musing With Rock Legend Sunplaza Nakano Kun 1:04:19

4d ago1:04:19

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Ready to let ikigai rock your world? In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Sunplaza Nakano Kun to explore how his music captures the spirit of ikigai and inspires his fans. Sunplaza Nakano Kun is a Japanese musician, writer, and singer for the band BAKUFU- SLUMP (爆風スランプ). Beyond his music career, he has also worked as a radio pers…

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Becoming a Professional Cyclist with Ayesha McGowan 26:08

5d ago26:08

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Ayesha McGowan went from teaching music and delivering packages on a bike to shattering barriers in professional cycling, becoming the first African American female road cyclist in 2021. Though health challenges led to early retirement, Ayesha is now focused on empowering women of color in cycling and expanding access to the sport. Connect with Aye…

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Million Dollar YouTube Ads with Jake Larsen 22:46

4d ago22:46

22:46

Jake Larsen is the founder of Video Power Marketing, a performance video ad agency specializing in YouTube ads that turn views into sales. Their campaigns average 3X return on ad spend. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. There is always something broken in your business and your life and that is okay. Optimization is a constant process when there is something th…

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How Entrepreneurs Can Easily Protect Their Most Important Assets While Building Their Future with Kevin Donahue 25:29

5d ago25:29

25:29

Kevin Donahue is the founder of Stealth Family a company that protects the entrepreneurs, executives and their families from becoming victims of the tsunami of cyber crime. Top 3 Value Bombs 1) Book the ticket and the rest will work itself out. 2) The first step is to get educated because the most vulnerable victim is the one who is uneducated. 3) …

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Startup Core Values with Colin C. Campbell 20:50

6d ago20:50

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Colin C. Campbell is a serial entrepreneur who has co-founded over a dozen multi-million dollar companies. Number 1 Best Selling Award winning Author, speaker, and founder of Startup Club, helping entrepreneurs globally through his book Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. A lot of entrepreneurs think that they have the best ideas and t…

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From Vision to Legacy, a Journey to Building a Billion-Dollar Franchise Empire with Jeff Oddo 21:52

7d ago21:52

21:52

Jeff Oddo is the CEO and Owner of City Wide Facility Solutions, a management company in the facility maintenance industry, leading 104 franchises across the U.S. and Canada, targeting $2B in systemwide sales by EOY 2030. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Franchising is an amazing business model because it is a proven plan and a business in a box. 2. You don’t h…

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Retail Reinvented: Inside Shopify’s Game-Changing POS 10 Launch with Ray Reddy 24:02

8d ago24:02

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Ray Reddy is VP of Retail at Shopify, leading the company's retail business and championing local entrepreneurs. With a career focused on leveraging technology for commerce, he previously co-founded Ritual, a mobile commerce platform supporting local restaurants, and PushLife where he later led mobile product management for shopping and commerce. H…

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Christiane Amanpour: From Global Crises to Personal Truths 50:01

9d ago50:01

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From the war zones of Bosnia to the frontlines of Gaza, Christiane Amanpour has reported from the epicentres of global upheaval for over three decades. Her commitment to being “truthful, not neutral” made her one of the most respected correspondents of her generation and a sharp, unwavering voice in the age of misinformation. In this episode of Ful…

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CARE to Win: Building High-Performing People-First Culture with Alex Draper 22:41

9d ago22:41

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Alex Draper, founder of DX Learning, is a leadership expert dedicated to eradicating workplace toxicity. Through his CARE to Win playbook, he’s transformed 60,000 plus leaders, fostering psychological safety, emotional intelligence, and people-centered leadership worldwide. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You are winning with culture if there is a lot of conv…

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Uncovering The Many Layers Of Energy Healing With Ofer Niv 35:04

10d ago35:04

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“You are not broken.” In this episode, Nick speaks with energy healer Ofer Niv about his journey from serving in the Israeli military to becoming an energy healer. They explore themes of spirituality, human experience, and the impact of limiting beliefs on personal growth. Ofer shares insights on his Alchemical Flame method, emphasizing the importa…

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Episode 31: Hannah Maruyama – Degree Free 59:45

11d ago59:45

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In this episode, FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn speaks with Hannah Maruyama, founder of Degree Free. What an interesting story she has from her own personal experiences growing up and then as a college student where she began to discover the way to so many careers without having to purchase a degree first. The statistics and information they talk throu…

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5 Steps To Earn $500 to $50K as a Paid Public Speaker with Dan Irvin 23:50

10d ago23:50

23:50

Dan Irvin is a high-energy, fun-loving leader, consultant, motivator, author, and public speaker whose valuable insights and relatable stories of success and passion consistently set up entrepreneurs and employees across the nation for personal and professional growth. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Busy does not equal successful. Focus on being intentional,…

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Fly Fishing with Shyanne Orvis 25:38

12d ago25:38

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Shyanne Orvis is a Colorado-based fly fishing guide and content creator whose deep connection to nature shapes both her career and her approach to motherhood. From the rivers of Carbondale to destinations around the world, she’s building an inclusive community on the water—inviting more women to experience the transformative power of fly fishing. C…

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The Devil is in the Details: How Torchys Tacos Founder Built His Empire with Mike Rypka 20:56

11d ago20:56

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Mike Rypka, CEO, owner and co-founder of Torchys Tacos, has been in and around the food business for almost 20 years. With 130 stores across 16 states, he is still focused on creating innovative food across the country. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. If you are doing something you are passionate about, you have more chances to win than when you don’t have pa…

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How to Make Money in Travel with Matthew Kepnes 23:31

12d ago23:31

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Matthew Kepnes has been traveling the world since 2006. In 2008, he launched his site NomadicMatt.com to help others travel better, cheaper, and smarter. Matt is a NYT bestselling author. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. It’s a struggle these days to gain traction in Google and you can’t rely on it anymore. 2. Most creators stick to their niche. But, you have …

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How to Sell to Sophisticated, Cautious, and Skeptical Buyers with Jeremy Miner: An EOFire Classic from 2022 33:53

13d ago33:53

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From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. During Jeremy Miner’s 17 yr sales career he was recognized by the direct selling association as the nu…

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Take Your Retail Business to the Next Level with Laura Dalesme and Allison Beacham: An EOFire Classic from 2022 19:27

14d ago19:27

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From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Laura Dalesme is the director of business development, and Allison Beacham is the director of marketin…

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Why Social Impact is the Currency of the Future with Michelle Jewsbury 21:39

15d ago21:39

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Michelle Jewsbury, CEO of Unsilenced Voices, is an internationally recognized speaker and coach, transforming adversity into success. She empowers survivors to leverage their personal narratives for growth and healing. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Its okay to take a break, to step back in order to step back in. 2. Storytelling is essential in attracting do…

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Laura Bates: Misogyny, Machine Learning and The Manosphere 1:04:12

16d ago1:04:12

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From founding the Everyday Sexism Project to unpicking how AI is entrenching misogyny, Laura Bates has become one of the UK’s most unflinching feminist voices. In this episode of Full Disclosure, she joins James O’Brien to explore how one devastating week in her early twenties sparked a lifetime of activism- and why storytelling, statistics, and sc…

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From Rock Bottom to a $500M Exit—A Business Story Like No Other with Rich Galgano 27:53

16d ago27:53

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Rich Galgano is an entrepreneur, author, and speaker specializing in sales, leadership, and strategic decision-making. He’s the founder of Windy City Wire and author of Down to the Wire. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success is not a gamble, it’s a calculated risk guided by vision and strategy. 2. True resilience is choosing not to go backward, one small de…

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Episode 30: RuthAnn Zimmerman – Homesteading with the Zimmermans 54:13

18d ago54:13

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In this episode, FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn speaks with RuthAnn Zimmerman of Homesteading with the Zimmermans. RuthAnn has a fantastic story that will encourage you to embrace change while still holding on to the good things we learned from our childhood and our culture. We talk about homesteading, parenting, family, and the family table.…

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Clay Alexander: Founder & Chairman of Ember (a global consumer electronics and life sciences brand) 24:44

17d ago24:44

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Clay is an American inventor and serial entrepreneur who holds more than 250 patents worldwide and is the Founder and Chairman of Ember, a global consumer electronics and life sciences brand best known for the Ember Mug, Ember Baby Bottle, and Ember Cube, all three of which independently have been named TIME Magazine’s Best Inventions of the year. …

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Finding Clarity Through Zazen with Tosei Shinabe 1:15:37

19d ago1:15:37

1:15:37

How can we quiet our minds in a chaotic world? In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Tosei Shinabe about how Zen meditation offers a path to deep contemplation and inner stillness amidst the noise of modern life.By Nick Kemp - Ikigai Tribe

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Breaking the Record at Big's Backyard Ultra with Harvey Lewis 25:31

19d ago25:31

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Harvey Lewis is an elite ultra runner and Guinness World Record holder for most laps completed at Big’s Backyard Ultra, a race where athletes run a 4.167-mile loop every hour until only one remains. Known for his endurance, strategy, and mental resilience, Lewis has become a defining figure in the world of ultra distance running. Connect with Harve…

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Giving Back to the Entrepreneurial Community with Dave Taylor 20:15

18d ago20:15

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Dave Taylor is a long-time entrepreneur, Dave has a popular YouTube channel, writes for the local newspaper, and mentors early stage startups when he's not pursuing one of his hobbies. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The most important factor for an entrepreneur is optimism. You’ve got to be resilient and persistent but mostly, you’ve got to be optimistic to …

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Go for No: Mastering the Courage to Ask with Andrea Waltz 24:35

19d ago24:35

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Andrea Waltz is the co-author of the best-seller, Go for No! A speaker and rejection expert, she inspires audiences to embrace failure, reprogram their mindset, and achieve extraordinary success through courageous asking. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Failure can lead to If you want to succeed faster, you should be willing and wanting to fail faster. Failur…

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From High School Teacher to CEO & Entrepreneur with Kirk Cooper: An EOFire Classic from 2022 20:39

20d ago20:39

20:39

From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Kirk Cooper is the CEO and founder of Ecom Automation Gurus and is also the author of Scratch and Claw…

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Done For You E-Commerce with Dawson Gant: An EOFire Classic from 2021 19:14

21d ago19:14

19:14

From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Dawson Gant is a 22-year old serial entrepreneur with a managed services company that oversees more th…

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Microdosing for Optimal Performance with Adam Schell 23:47

22d ago23:47

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Adam Schell is the founder of the Microdosing Supplement company, BRAINSUPREME, and an innovator in the field of using psychedelic mushrooms for increased performance and emotional wellbeing. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Microdosing with psilocybin is a perceptible, non-hallucinogenic supplement that can improve performance, patience, libido, and creativit…

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Christian O’Connell: I had everything I ever wanted, and I was falling apart 1:03:45

23d ago1:03:45

1:03:45

From dominating the UK airwaves to starting over on the other side of the world, Christian O’Connell is a broadcaster and writer who has built a career out of connection, candour, and comedy. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with Christian to trace the path from his childhood in Hampshire to becoming one of the UK’s most …

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Study Critique: What Went Wrong and How We'd Do It Differently | Season 6 Episode 5 55:22

24d ago55:22

55:22

In this episode Lucy and Ellie dig into a recently publicized paper, "Vaccination and Neurodevelopmental Disorders: A Study of Nine-Year-Old Children Enrolled in Medicaid", which has gained attention after being promoted by RFK Jr. as evidence that vaccines cause autism. Ellie breaks down her Substack critique of the study. Together, she and Lucy d…

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How Chip Klose Built a 7-Figure Coaching Business that Provides 4-Day Weekends 24:31

23d ago24:31

24:31

Chip Klose is the host of the Restaurant Strategy Podcast and author of The Restaurant Marketing Mindset. As a restaurant coach he's helped hundreds of restaurateurs increase the profitability of their businesses. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Its important to understand and define what enough means to you so when you become really successful you have a cle…

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Handling Pressure And Incremental Growth With Jason Yarusi 37:00

24d ago37:00

37:00

“Incremental growth is key to success.” In this episode, Nick speaks with Jason Yarusi, a successful real estate investor and entrepreneur. They discuss Jason’s journey from working in bars to managing multiple businesses, including a property management company and coaching. The conversation delves into the importance of prioritizing family, manag…

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Episode 29: Aubrey and Jen McGowan - Singer/Songwriters 1:04:41

25d ago1:04:41

1:04:41

In this episode, FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn speaks with Aubrey and Jen McGowan. They are an awesome singer-songwriter, storytelling duo who have a pretty amazing story of their own that they share with us today. We talk about love and loss, togetherness and really all the things it takes to build a beautiful family.…

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How to Transition from Active to Passive Investing While Running a Business with Joe Fairless 17:32

24d ago17:32

17:32

Joe Fairless, Co-founder of Ashcroft Capital, manages 2.7B dollars in apt communities, founder of the longest-running daily real estate podcast, and has a mantra live to give. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The key to successfully shift from active to passive wealth is to leverage partnership. Find the right partners that are doing the things that can help y…

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Urban Hiking with Liz Thomas 28:23

26d ago28:23

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Liz Thomas is one of the most accomplished hikers in the U.S. She's completed the Triple Crown and set a self-supported, fastest known time on the Appalachian Trail in 2011. Liz has a ton of experience in remote parts of the wilderness, but for the past 10 years, she's been creating and hiking long-distance routes in 15 cities around the U.S. Conne…

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Beyond Distinction: How Entrepreneurs Transcend Marketplace Turbulence with Scott McKain 22:09

25d ago22:09

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Scott McKain is a business advisor helping leaders create distinction. The 2024-25 Cavett Award recipient - professional speaking’s highest honor - Scott has shared his insights in every state and 40 countries. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Beyond distinction is transcending the turbulence that is in the market place. Its critical to be clear of who we are …

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Why Real Estate Investors Must Stop Looking at Properties with Keith Weinhold 25:45

26d ago25:45

25:45

Keith Weinhold is the founder of Get Rich Education, Forbes Business Council Member, Host of the Get Rich Education podcast, creator of Real Estate Pays 5 Ways, runs up Alaskan mountains shirtless. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. There is a risk in delayed gratification. When it is too much delayed, it becomes denied gratification. 2. Think like a wealthy per…

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Why Personal Branding Is The Future of Marketing with AJ Vaden: An EOFire Classic from 2021 32:35

27d ago32:35

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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. AJ Vaden is the CEO and Co-Founder of the personal brand strategy firm Brand Builders Group, as well as…

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