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Aug 27, 2021 • 9min

331: How To Use Your Calendar To Achieve The Big Things by Carl Pullein on What to Schedule Into Your Calendar

Carl Pullein tells you how to use your calendar to achieve the big thingsEpisode 331: How To Use Your Calendar To Achieve The Big Things by Carl Pullein on What to Schedule Into Your CalendarCarl has written three books on productivity and time management and coaches companies and individuals around the world through his Time and Life Mastery and Your Digital Life courses. His passion and dedication to helping people become better at managing their time so they can focus on what is important to them is legendary and his presentations and workshops are highly interactive, entertaining and educational.The original post can be found here: https://www.carlpullein.com/blog/how-to-use-your-calendar-to-achieve-the-big-things/6/12/2017  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
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Aug 26, 2021 • 9min

330: Should You Work For Free by Seth Godin on the Difference Between Being Busy and Being Productive

Seth Godin talks about whether or not you should work for freeEpisode 330: Should You Work For Free by Seth Godin on the Difference Between Being Busy and Being ProductiveSeth is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, and speaker. In addition to launching one of the most popular blogs in the world, he has written 19 best-selling books, including The Dip, Linchpin, Purple Cow, Tribes, and What To Do When It's Your Turn (And It's Always Your Turn). His most recent book, This is Marketing, was an instant bestseller in countries around the world.Though renowned for his writing and speaking, Seth also founded two companies, Squidoo and Yoyodyne (acquired by Yahoo!).By focusing on everything from effective marketing and leadership, to the spread of ideas and changing everything, Seth has been able to motivate and inspire countless people around the world.In 2013, Seth was one of just three professionals inducted into the Direct Marketing Hall of Fame. In an astonishing turn of events, in May 2018, he was inducted into the Marketing Hall of Fame as well. He might be the only person in both.The original post is located here: https://seths.blog/2013/02/should-you-work-for-free/  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
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Aug 25, 2021 • 11min

329: How to Be Your Own Boss (& Ditch Your Day Job) by Preston Lee of I Will Teach You to Be Rich

Preston Lee of I Will Teach You to Be Rich teaches you how to be your own boss and ditch your day jobEpisode 329: How to Be Your Own Boss (& Ditch Your Day Job) by Preston Lee of I Will Teach You to Be RichRamit wants to use money to say YES. He knew there was a better way to live a rich life—if we could use psychology to focus on what actually works. Not just for personal finance, but all aspects of life: money, careers, relationships, business, fitness, and more.Since then, he's been testing and sharing his findings with the world via I Will Teach You To Be Rich.He's also written a New York Times bestselling book, been profiled in a 6-page Fortune article, and been pictured next to Warren Buffett in Forbes Magazine, as well as been featured by a long list of media, including the Wall Street Journal, ABC News, NPR, Fox Business, PBS, CNBC, and more. He also has tons of documented success stories—more than 20,000.The original post is located here: https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/blog/how-to-be-your-own-boss/  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
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Aug 24, 2021 • 9min

328: How to Find Your Passion, Your Unfair Advantage, and Make Money by James Altucher on Turning Passion Into a Career

James Altucher shares how to find your passion and make money from it.Episode 328: How to Find Your Passion, Your Unfair Advantage, and Make Money by James Altucher on Turning Passion Into a CareerJames Altucher is an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster. He has founded or cofounded more than 20 companies and says he failed at 17 of them. He has published 11 books, and is a regular contributor to The Financial Times, TechCrunch, and The Huffington Post. USA Today named his book Choose Yourself one of the 12 Best Business Books of All Time.The original post is located here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/passion-unfair-advantage-money/  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
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Aug 23, 2021 • 9min

327: Effective Feedback Made Simple by Seth Sinclair on Giving Employees Constructive Criticism

Seth Sinclair of Michael Mehlberg.com tells us how to give effective feedback at workEpisode 327: Effective Feedback Made Simple by Seth Sinclair on Giving Employees Constructive CriticismMichael Mehlberg is an entrepreneur and certified agile project manager who specializes in productivity and organization systems. His blog has been called "The Owners Manual to an Awesome Life" and helps high-achieving entrepreneurs master their life and business - crushing their goals, living their passion, and finding purpose, balance, and excellence in all they do.The original post is located here: https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2015/11/16/effective-feedback-made-simple  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
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Aug 22, 2021 • 9min

326: Temptation by Nir Eyal on The Pyschology of Products & Consumer Marketing

Nir Eyal of NirAndFar talks about temptation and consumer marketingEpisode 326: Temptation by Nir Eyal on The Pyschology of Products & Consumer MarketingNir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. The M.I.T. Technology Review dubbed Nir, “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology.”Nir founded two tech companies since 2003 and has taught at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford. He is the author of the bestselling book, Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products.In addition to blogging at NirAndFar.com, Nir’s writing has been featured in The Harvard Business Review, TechCrunch, and Psychology Today.Nir is also an active investor in habit-forming technologies. Some of his past investments include: Eventbrite, Product Hunt, Pantry, Marco Polo, Presence Learning, 7 Cups, Pana, Symphony Commerce, Worklife (acquired by Cisco) and Refresh.io (acquired by LinkedIn).Nir attended The Stanford Graduate School of Business and Emory University.The original post is located here: https://www.nirandfar.com/temptation/  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
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Aug 21, 2021 • 9min

325: Why I’m Killing My Email List and Changing Everything by Jeff Goins on Integrating Personal and Professional Values

Jeff Goins of Goins Writer tells you why he's killing his email list and changing everythingEpisode 325: Why I’m Killing My Email List and Changing Everything by Jeff Goins on Integrating Personal and Professional ValuesJeff Goins is the best-selling author of five books including The Art of Work and Real Artists Don't Starve. On his blog, he shares his thoughts on writing, life, and creative work.The original post is located here: https://goinswriter.com/change-everything/  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
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Aug 20, 2021 • 8min

324: When You're Ready to Throw in the Towel by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important on Overcoming Self-Doubt

Margo Aaron of That Seems Important offers advice for when you're ready to throw in the towelEpisode 324: When You're Ready to Throw in the Towel by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important on Overcoming Self-DoubtMargo Aaron is a proud graduate of Emory University, Columbia University and altMBA where she won the prestigious Walker Award. In 2017 she founded The Arena, the first virtual coworking space for solopreneurs. She's a regular contributor to Inc and lives in Jersey City as a Daywalker.The original post is located here: https://www.thatseemsimportant.com/entrepreneurship/when-youre-ready-throw-towel/  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
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Aug 19, 2021 • 9min

323: What is Thought Leadership and Why Should I Care by Kate Erickson of EOFire on Content for Lead Generation

Kate Erickson of EOFire defines thought leadership and why we should care about it.Episode 323: What is Thought Leadership and Why Should I Care by Kate Erickson of EOFire on Content for Lead GenerationJohn Lee Dumas is the founder and host of Entrepreneurs On Fire, an award winning podcast where he interviews inspiring Entrepreneurs every Monday and drops value bombs every Thursday. His goal with Entrepreneurs On Fire is to deliver the inspiration and strategies you need to FIRE UP your entrepreneurial journey and create the life you've always dreamed of.The original post can be found here: https://www.eofire.com/what-is-thought-leadership-and-why-should-i-care/  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
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Aug 18, 2021 • 11min

322: Why You Should Build Your Product In Public AND How I Use My Email List by Ryan Hoover on Building A Business

Ryan Hoover shares two short posts covering why you should build your product in public and how he uses his email listEpisode 322: Why You Should Build Your Product In Public AND How I Use My Email List by Ryan Hoover on Building A BusinessRyan Hoover, the founder of Product Hunt, is a product guy with a passion for startups, product design, and personal growth. He also created Startup Edition, worked as an EIR at Tradecraft, and was the Director of Product at PlayHaven. He's a contributing writer to Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products by Nir Eyal. Additionally, he has written over 150 essays, many of which are featured in TechCrunch, Forbes, Pando, Fast Company, and The Next Web.The original posts are located here: https://medium.com/@rrhoover/why-you-should-build-your-product-in-public-e28c54629bc1 & https://medium.com/@rrhoover/how-i-use-my-email-list-dfd1fdde61c5  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

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