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Dr. Jeff Cornwall talks about how pitching investors has changed after COVID Episode 341: Pitching Investors in the Post-COVID World by Dr. Jeff Cornwall on Tips For Making Business Deals Over Video Dr. Cornwall has spent more than forty years as a serial entrepreneur and teacher of entrepreneurs. In the 1970’s he started several small businesses and was involved in various family ventures. In the late 1980’s, following several years in academics, Dr. Cornwall co-founded Atlantic Behavioral Health Systems in Raleigh, NC and spent nearly a decade leading the company as President/CEO. After growing to more than 300 employees, he and his partners sold most of their healthcare holdings. After the sale, Dr. Cornwall decided it was time to return to the classroom to share his experience and knowledge with aspiring entrepreneurs. Dr. Cornwall remains active as an entrepreneur with the digital content venture he co-founded in 2014, Entrepreneurial Mind, LLC. Dr. Cornwall’s blog, which launched in 2003, is among the most popular blogs focusing on small business and entrepreneurship. It was named One of the 100 Best Websites for Entrepreneurs by Forbes magazine. His writing has been quoted in Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur, Inc, Forbes, and US News and World Report. He is a contributor to Forbes. He has authored nine books and numerous articles on entrepreneurship. The original post is located here: https://drjeffcornwall.com/2021/02/03/pitching-investors-in-the-post-covid-world/  Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Pavlina shares 10 ways to relaxify your workspace. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 340: [Part 2] 10 Ways to Relaxify Your Workspace by Steve Pavlina on How To Create A Productive Work Environment Steve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs on a broad range of self-help topics, including productivity, relationships, and spirituality. Steve has been quoted as an expert by the New York Times, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, the Los Angeles Daily News, Self Magazine, The Guardian, and countless other publications. He's also a frequent guest on popular podcasts and radio shows. The original post is located here: https://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/06/10-ways-to-relaxify-your-workspace/  Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Pavlina shares 10 ways to relaxify your workspace. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 339: [Part 1] 10 Ways to Relaxify Your Workspace by Steve Pavlina on How To Create A Productive Work Environment Steve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs on a broad range of self-help topics, including productivity, relationships, and spirituality. Steve has been quoted as an expert by the New York Times, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, the Los Angeles Daily News, Self Magazine, The Guardian, and countless other publications. He's also a frequent guest on popular podcasts and radio shows. The original post is located here: https://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/06/10-ways-to-relaxify-your-workspace/  Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Guillebeau talks about whether or not financial success will follow you if you do what you love Episode 338: Will Financial Success Follow You if You Do What You Love by Chris Guillebeau on How to Pursue Your Passions Chris Guillebeau is a New York Times bestselling author and modern-day explorer. He is the author of 5 books and his daily podcast, Side Hustle School, is downloaded more than 2 million times a month. Every summer in Portland, Oregon, Chris hosts the World Domination Summit, a gathering of creative, remarkable people with thousands in attendance. Chris is also the founder of Pioneer Nation, Unconventional Guides, the Travel Hacking Cartel, and numerous other projects. During a lifetime of self-employment that included a four-year commitment as a volunteer executive in West Africa, he visited every country in the world (193 in total) before his 35th birthday. The original post is located here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/will-financial-success-follow-you-if-you-do-what-you-love/  Tune in to the “I Make a Living” podcast to hear today’s most successful entrepreneurs talk candidly with host Damona Hoffman about how they’ve shaped their careers. With NetGear WiFi 6 Business solutions, you get the very best WiFi performance, security, and coverage to keep you connected whether you’re at the office, working from home, or on the go. Visit NetGear.com/Business and use code OPTIMAL10 at checkout to save 10% Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Loper talks about the personal and entrepreneurial benefits of taking a cold shower each day Episode 337: The Cold Shower Challenge by Nick Loper of Side Hustle Nation on Building a Habit of Pushing Yourself Nick Loper of Side Hustle Nation is an entrepreneur involved in a variety of projects. He started the website because he believes in the hustle. After all, what’s riskier: starting a business, or relying on your job as your only source of income? He used to work full-time for a giant corporation, but built his business during the night and weekends... and you can do it too. The original post is located here: https://www.sidehustlenation.com/cold-showers/  Tune in to the “I Make a Living” podcast to hear today’s most successful entrepreneurs talk candidly with host Damona Hoffman about how they’ve shaped their careers. With NetGear WiFi 6 Business solutions, you get the very best WiFi performance, security, and coverage to keep you connected whether you’re at the office, working from home, or on the go. Visit NetGear.com/Business and use code OPTIMAL10 at checkout to save 10% Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Smerklo reminds entrepreneurs that they can expect a lot of things Episode 336: As An Entrepreneur You Can Expect a Lot of Things by Mike Smerklo on Preparing to Start a Business Mike Smerklo is an experienced entrepreneur, investor and business leader driven by the desire to turn ideas into reality. Having bought and scaled a small business into a publicly traded company worth nearly a billion dollars in value, he has a deep understanding of the hard work, dedication and grit that truly powers successful entrepreneurship. Today, as the co-founder and managing director of Next Coast Ventures, Smerklo is a champion for a new generation of entrepreneurs building disruptive companies in big markets. His new book, Mr. Monkey and Me (Scribe Media, Nov. 17 2020), is a “real talk” guide for entrepreneurs who want to cut through the noise to cultivate a mindset that supports greatness. The original post is located here: https://www.mikesmerklo.com/as-an-entrepreneur-you-can-expect-a-lot-of-things/  Explore your creativity at Skillshare.com/OSD and get a free, two-week trial of Premium Membership. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan H. Law shares strategies to retain more of your current clients while also focusing on acquisition and referrals Episode 335: Strategies to Retain More of Your Current Clients, While Also Focusing on Acquisition and Referrals by Ryan H. Law Ryan’s goal is to teach financial planners, coaches, and counselors how to use simple, evidence-based action steps to provide outstanding client care.  He received his bachelor’s degree from Utah State University in Family Finance. After he graduated he worked in the financial planning field for several years then decided to return to school.  He received my master’s degree in Personal Financial Planning from Texas Tech University.  He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER and an Accredited Financial Counselor He currently teaches at Utah Valley University in the Financial Planning program where he teaches financial counseling courses and runs their on-campus Money Management Resource Center.  He serves on the AFCPE (Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education) Board of Directors where he has served as Treasurer and President.  The original post can be found here: https://ryanhlaw.com/retain-clients/  With NetGear WiFi 6 Business solutions, you get the very best WiFi performance, security, and coverage to keep you connected whether you’re at the office, working from home, or on the go. Visit NetGear.com/Business and use code OPTIMAL10 at checkout to save 10% Indeed is the #1 source of hires in the U.S. Join over three million businesses worldwide that use Indeed to hire great talent. Get a $75 credit at Indeed.com/startup. Offer valid through September 30th. Terms and conditions apply Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sherice Jacob with Neil Patel gives you examples of online businesses that have thrived on strategic partnerships Episode 334: 4 Real-Life Examples of Online Businesses That Have Thrived on Strategic Partnerships by Sherice Jacob Neil Patel is a New York Times Bestselling author. The Wall Street Journal calls him a top influencer on the web, Forbes says he is one of the top 10 marketers, and Entrepreneur Magazine says he created one of the 100 most brilliant companies. He was recognized as a top 100 entrepreneur under the age of 30 by President Obama and a top 100 entrepreneur under the age of 35 by the United Nations. The original post can be found here: https://neilpatel.com/blog/online-business-strategic-partnerships/  Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in  The O.L.D. Facebook Group and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts! Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Warley of Life Skills That Matter tells you how to get health insurance when you work for yourself. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 333: [Part 2] How To Get Health Insurance When You Work For Yourself by Stephen Warley of Life Skills That MatterStephen is a solopreneur business coach and founder of Life Skills That Matter. He is an advocate for your inner voice to help you finally create work that works for you! He’s frequently referred to by LSTM Accelerator Members as a “professional nudger” because he’s so passionate about seeing aspiring solopreneurs succeed.The original post can be found here: https://lifeskillsthatmatter.com/how-to-get-health-insurance/  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Warley of Life Skills That Matter tells you how to get health insurance when you work for yourself. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 332: [Part 1] How To Get Health Insurance When You Work For Yourself by Stephen Warley of Life Skills That MatterStephen is a solopreneur business coach and founder of Life Skills That Matter. He is an advocate for your inner voice to help you finally create work that works for you! He’s frequently referred to by LSTM Accelerator Members as a “professional nudger” because he’s so passionate about seeing aspiring solopreneurs succeed.The original post can be found here: https://lifeskillsthatmatter.com/how-to-get-health-insurance/  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices