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Dec 12, 2020 • 9min

073: [Part 1] How to Beat the Competition by Steve Pavlina on Competitive Advantage

Steve Pavlina talks about how to beat the competition. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 073: [Part 1] How to Beat the Competition by Steve Pavlina on Competitive AdvantageSteve 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/2008/02/how-to-beat-the-competition/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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Dec 11, 2020 • 9min

072: Scarcity by Seth Godin

Seth Godin discusses scarcity in his first post with OSD.Episode 072: Scarcity by Seth GodinSeth 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/2008/07/scarcity/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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Dec 10, 2020 • 8min

071: How To Quash The Pressure Of Expectations and Defeat Self-Sabotage by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important

Margo Aaron of That Seems Important on how to rid yourself of expectations and self-sabotage.Episode 071: How To Quash The Pressure Of Expectations and Defeat Self-Sabotage by Margo Aaron of That Seems ImportantMargo 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/marketing/self-sabotage/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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Dec 9, 2020 • 9min

070: The Most Important Skill for Entrepreneurs (and 7 Ways to Cultivate It) by Nick Loper of Side Hustle Nation

Nick Loper tells us how to cultivate the most important skill for entrepreneurs.Episode 070: The Most Important Skill for Entrepreneurs (and 7 Ways to Cultivate It) by Nick Loper of Side Hustle NationNick 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/creativity/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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Dec 8, 2020 • 10min

069: Fragile Plan vs Robust Plan AND Human Intervention as a Competitive Advantage by Derek Sivers

Derek Sivers talks about the differences in fragile and robust plans as well as the value of human intervention.Episode 069: Fragile Plan vs Robust Plan AND Human Intervention as a Competitive Advantage by Derek SiversOriginally a professional musician and circus clown, Derek Sivers created CD Baby in 1998. It became the largest seller of independent music online, with $100M in sales for 150,000 musicians. In 2008, Derek sold CD Baby for $22M, giving the proceeds to a charitable trust for music education.He is a frequent speaker at the TED Conference, with over 5 million views of his talks.Since 2011 he has published 34 books, including “Anything You Want” which shot to #1 on all of its Amazon categories.The original posts are located here:https://sive.rs/robust & https://sive.rs/hiVisit 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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Dec 7, 2020 • 9min

068: Five Mistakes Companies Make During Downturns by Christine Comaford of Smart Tribes Institute

Christine Comaford shares the five mistakes companies make during downturns.Episode 068: Five Mistakes Companies Make During Downturns by Christine Comaford of Smart Tribes InstituteChristine Comaford is a Leadership and Culture Coach who specializes in applied neuroscience, which helps her clients achieve tremendous results in record time. She is a human behavior expert, a leadership columnist for Forbes.com, and the New York Times bestselling author of Power Your Tribe, SmartTribes and Rules for Renegades.The original post is located here:https://smarttribesinstitute.com/five-mistakes-companies-make-during-downturns/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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Dec 6, 2020 • 9min

067: 7 Startup & Business Tips by Ludovic Vuillier of The Good Life Manifesto on Entrepreneurship

Ludovic Vuillier of The Good Life Manifesto names seven startup and business tips.Episode 067: 7 Startup & Business Tips by Ludovic Vuillier of The Good Life Manifesto on EntrepreneurshipLudovic is the visionary and founder of The Good Life Manifesto. The Manifesto has been created over his life so far, from a very early age. Influenced by his life experiences and growing up with the advice of his very money savvy mother, Ludovic not only helms The Good Life Manifesto, but also provides guidance on personal development and finance.Ludovic loves to travel, and has a great passion for animals in general and birds in particular, and he has many birds living and traveling with him. He also loves to eat a lot more than one would think!The original post is located here: https://www.thegoodlifemanifesto.com/7-startup-business-tips/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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Dec 5, 2020 • 9min

066: 7 Habits Every Entrepreneur Should Have by Kate Erickson of Entrepreneurs On Fire

Kate Erickson of EOFire discusses seven habits that all entrepreneurs should possess.Episode 066: 7 Habits Every Entrepreneur Should Have by Kate Erickson of Entrepreneurs On FireJohn 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 https://www.eofire.com/7-habits-every-entrepreneur-should-have/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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Dec 4, 2020 • 10min

065: 7 Steps To Staying Sane When Getting Negative Feedback by Stella Grizont of Woopaah on How to Deal with Criticism

Stella Grizont of Woopaah tells us what we can do to stay sane in the midst of negative feedback.Episode 065: 7 Steps To Staying Sane When Getting Negative Feedback by Stella Grizont of Woopaah on How to Deal with CriticismStella Grizont works with over achievers who are seeking deeper career fulfillment and with organizations who are dedicated to elevating the well-being of their employees. She studied Economics at Columbia University's Barnard College and was one of the first 150 people to earn a Masters in the Applied Positive Psychology (aka the science of happiness) from the University of Pennsylvania. She now lives in New Jersey with her husband and toddler, who continue to teach her what life is all about.The original post is located here:https://www.woopaah.com/blog/2014/1/30/7-steps-to-staying-sane-when-getting-negative-feedback.htmlVisit 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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Dec 3, 2020 • 9min

064: Good Debt. Bad Debt. by Dr. Jeff Cornwall on Entrepreneurial Funding Decisions

Dr. Jeff Cornwall differentiates between good debt and bad debt.Episode 064: Good Debt. Bad Debt. by Dr. Jeff Cornwall on Entrepreneurial Funding DecisionsDr. 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/2020/09/15/good-debt-bad-debt/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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