INspired INsider Podcast

Rob Nelson is the founder of Big League Chew. Big League Chew started from humble beginnings in the Portland Mavericks bullpen in 1977. For more than 35 years, the iconic pouches packed with shredded, flavorful bubble gum have become the preferred chewing gum for all ages having sold more than 800 million pouches to date. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [0:40] Rob Nelson joins Jeremy to talk about his product, Big League Chew. [3:30] How did the product take off? [5:20] Rob talks about the different flavours they've come up with over the years. [7:00] The positive impact that Big League Chew has had. In this episode… How can businesses create a positive impact on society? Is that a practical expectation to have or just a nice byproduct? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from entrepreneur and innovator Rob Nelson. In his conversation with Jeremy, Rob opens up about how he developed Big League Chew, what caused the product to take off, the different flavour variations they've had over the years, the positive impact that Big League Chew has caused, and much more. Don't miss a minute of this fascinating episode featuring Rob's story! Did you know that many entrepreneurs and innovators pluck their great idea from real-world experience? Too often we think that these leaders get some secret information from the powers that be, but the truth is, they typically come up with an idea that is connected to their life. That was the case for Rob Nelson when he came up with the idea of Big League Chew. Rob didn't like the taste or effect of chewing tobacco which was popular among baseball players at the time, so he came up with an alternative. Before long, Big League Chew was born and would end up taking the baseball scene by storm as a popular alternative to chewing tobacco. Rob Nelson didn't set out to have a positive impact with Big League Chew, but he is thrilled that is what ended up happening. From players to kids watching them, Big League Chew became the healthy friendly alternative that adds to the fun and enjoyment of America's favourite pastime. Rob's story isn't just an outlier; there are a good number of businesses that have gained popularity in recent years due to their emphasis on social good. Just take a look at big brands like Toms and Warby Parker, and you can see that a good product tied to a great cause resonates with consumers. What can you learn from Rob's story? Resources Mentioned on this episode Big League Chew Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25's mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We do this in 3 ways… Our Done for you Media - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast. we distribute your show across more than 11 different channels including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo's of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner..podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. Our Done for you Lead Generation- We manually send a consistent flow of customized outreach messages to your ideal clients and referral sources that you want to connect with to generate more business and clients - this is not paid traffic by the way. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company's plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few. Since these each require a lot of humans to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. so if any sound interesting to you go to Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran.

Nate Lind is the founder of Adsum, the Legends mastermind group, and a multi-million dollar ecommerce company selling hair care products for women and men. He has had a fascinating journey going from canning pack house to his education at the art institute to a junior programmer to selling and buying 50 million dollars of real estate to consultant for fortune 500 banks to multimillion dollar ecommerce company to Adsum. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [1:35] Jeremy introduces his guest, Nate Lind. [3:00] Nate opens up about his childhood. [8:00] The myth of balance and how to be present with your family. [13:20] Nate talks about his first job. [19:00] Why it's important to understand how you tick. [22:45] What are Nate's superpowers? [24:15] Nate talks about how he's organized his business & his best hire. [31:30] How Nate got Adsum off of the ground. [39:00] What does Online Seller Summit offer to business leaders? [46:20] Why it's important to have a collaborative mindset. [49:00] Nate talks about companies that help business leaders. [56:00] The lowest moment in Nate's career. [1:02:20] A milestone that Nate is proud of. [1:05:00] How to connect with Nate and Adsum. In this episode… Do you have a good handle on what your strengths are? When was the last time you took stock of where you excel and where you need support? Too often business leaders take this important aspect of personal development for granted! On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from entrepreneur and innovator Nate Lind. In his conversation with Jeremy, Nate opens up about his childhood, steps he takes to stay in the moment with his family, how he discovered and played to his strengths, challenges he has faced along the way, and much more. You don't want to miss a minute of this fascinating episode featuring Nate! Let's face it, life as a parent and business leader is not for the faint of heart. What do you do to keep a handle on all of it? Do you try to keep a balanced life segmenting work, your social life, family time, etc.? Many business professionals are realizing that balance is a myth, at the end of the day you have to decide who you want to disappoint. Learning from his mistakes, Nate Lind decided to take the bold move of prioritizing his family time by putting his phone on "Airplane mode" so work wouldn't interfere. Have you had to draw a clear line in the sand like Nate? How well do you know yourself? If you had to list out your strengths right now in an articulate manner, could you? Most people are shy when it comes to talking about their abilities and "superpowers" but if you don't know where your strengths are, how will you know where you come up short? Nate Lind is a business leader who has learned the hard way about what he is great at and where he needs others to help fill in the gaps. Admitting where you need help is not an easy thing to identify, it takes humility! Don't be afraid of this important step; it shows that you have what it takes to grow as a leader. Once you have a good idea on where your strengths are and where you need help, you can start building a team that will be unstoppable! Too often business leaders go through their career with a dysfunctional team; this often happens because they fail to recruit team members who complement their strengths. Looking back on his career, Nate Lind says that hiring a CFO that knew her field inside and out was one of the best decisions that he made. Finding the right person for this role wasn't easy, Nate had to pay for the level of productivity that he needed at a high level, but he says that he'd gladly do it again. What have you done to build a solid team in your organization? What mindset do you have when it comes to your industry? Do you live in constant fear that you are going to get knocked off by one of your competitors or do you have a more collaborative mindset? While some industries are too cutthroat for a collaborative approach, consider Nate Lind's perspective. The ecommerce industry is not an environment where everyone is sitting around helping each other succeed; it is very competitive. Nate and his team at Adsum are working to lower the intensity of that environment so the level of opportunity increases. What can you learn from Nate's approach? Resources Mentioned on this episode Adsum The Legends Mastermind Shoe Dog Never Split the Difference Christopher Voss Interview The 5 Love Languages Sellers Cruise Conversion Hacker https://www.paysafe.com/na-en/ https://directfocus.com/ http://convert2media.com/ Clickbooth Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25's mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We do this in 3 ways… Our Done for you Media - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast. we distribute your show across more than 11 different channels including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo's of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner..podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. Our Done for you Lead Generation- We manually send a consistent flow of customized outreach messages to your ideal clients and referral sources that you want to connect with to generate more business and clients - this is not paid traffic by the way. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company's plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few. Since these each require a lot of humans to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. so if any sound interesting to you go to Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran.

Tim Sinclair is the founder of Ringr.com. Ringr allows you to record a conversation with anyone, anywhere in the world and have it sound like you are in the same room. Users of Ringr have interviewed Emmy award winners, New York Time best sellers, CEOS, athletes and many more. You may have heard him describing the taste of a Sausage McMuffin, interviewing guests on radio, television, and podcasts, or introducing the world's most popular athlete to a stadium filled with 60,000 screaming fans. By now Tim's voice has been heard by millions around the world and he has worked with companies like Audi, McDonalds, the Indiana Pacers, the University of IL and many more. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [2:00] Jeremy introduces his guest, Tim Sinclair. [3:20] Who should be using Ringr? [4:45] Tim talks about his "Worst Interview" series. [7:40] A low moment in business for Tim. [10:40] Tim shares a proud moment in business. [12:20] How does Tim keep his voice fresh? In this episode… What does it take to stay motivated through all the ups and downs of your career? Do you focus on a singular goal or overriding purpose? Have you lost your motivation and find yourself searching for that spark? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from business leader and innovator, Tim Sinclair. In his conversation with Jeremy, Tim opens up about who should use Ringr, why he started the "Worst Interview" series, challenges he has faced in his career, why it's important to find the spark that keeps you motivated, and much more. Don't miss a minute of this interesting episode featuring Tim! Did you know that one of the best ways to bring your product or service into the public conversation is by creating innovative ways to showcase it? Securing a high profile celebrity as a spokesperson or creating controversy isn't the only way to get people talking about your brand! Tim Sinclair and his team wanted to get the word out about their amazing service, so they decided to showcase Ringr on a format that is a natural fit, podcasting. Tim started the "My Worst Interview Ever" series featuring the world's all-time greatest interviewers who open up about their all-time worst interviews. Check out the link to Tim's fascinating series located in the resources section. There will come a time in every entrepreneur's journey where that spark that got you into the game starts to fade. What will you do? How will you reignite that spark and stay motivated? Tim Sinclair is not shy about the tumultuous life of an entrepreneur. Like most leaders who step out to start their own business, Tim has had his fair share of successes and failures. At the end of the day, Tim says successes and victories he has enjoyed along the way keep him motivated. Looking at the evidence roll in and seeing how his service makes an impact in the lives of other entrepreneurs keeps Tim energized and focused on the task ahead. What can you learn from Tim's story? Resources Mentioned on this episode RINGR My Worst Interview Ever Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25's mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We do this in 3 ways… Our Done for you Media - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast. we distribute your show across more than 11 different channels including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo's of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner..podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. Our Done for you Lead Generation- We manually send a consistent flow of customized outreach messages to your ideal clients and referral sources that you want to connect with to generate more business and clients - this is not paid traffic by the way. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company's plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few. Since these each require a lot of humans to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. so if any sound interesting to you go to Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran.

Rusty Jones and Tom Bushkie are the founders of Hello Water. Hellowater is fiber infused with zero grams of sugar and five grams fiber to help with a healthy lifestyle. Hellowater is also a fresh delivery system for fiber with exciting flavors such as Dance, which is their orange mango version. You can find Hellowater at Target, Jewel Osco, Woodmans, on Amazon and many more retailers across the country. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [1:35] Jeremy introduces his guests, Rusty Jones and Tom Bushkie. [3:50] What caused Rusty and Tom to work together? [5:30] Why is it so important that Hellowater infuses fiber? [8:30] What was the first version of Hellowater like? How has it evolved? [15:45] The guys talk about launching Hello Water with three flavors. [17:00] Why does Hellowater feature fun flavor names? [22:30] How did the guys get Hellowater on retail shelves so quickly? [26:30] What does, "Non-stop hustle" mean? Who is on the team? [29:00] Finding the right investors. [31:45] Why it is important to start small and correct mistakes as they arise. [34:00] How did Hellowater get on shelves in Target? [38:00] A look at the future of Hellowater and Hellowater Kids. [40:45] Why Hellowater is available on Amazon. [43:40] Tom talks about a low moment in business. [47:00] Rusty talks about a low moment in business. [49:15] How to connect with Hellowater. In this episode… Have you ever been concerned about the health of your gut? From sugar cravings to constant fatigue, these are just a few symptoms caused by an unhealthy gut. What if there was a way to restore your gut health? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from beverage innovators Rusty Jones and Tom Bushkie. In their conversation with Jeremy, Rusty and Tom open up about what led them to go into business together, why they decided to focus on fiber infused beverages, challenges they have faced along the way, and much more. Don't miss a minute of this informative episode featuring Rusty and Tom! When was the last time you took a moment to consider how far you've come in your career? Let's face it, most of us are terrible at looking back and marking significant moments, but this is a helpful practice! As they reflected on their meeting Rusty Jones and Tim Bushkie now realize how fortunate they were to meet at the right place at the right time. Meeting briefly at a beverage conference in St. Louis, Rusty and Tom connected a few months later and began the groundwork for what would later become Hellowater. What can you learn from their story? What moments should you pause to reflect on in your career? Did you know that most people don't get enough fiber in their diet? It's true! With all the recent focus on improving your gut health and cutting out sugar, most of us still struggle with getting enough fiber in our daily diet. Realizing this huge whole in our nutritional needs, Rust Jones and Tom Bushkie went to work searching for an answer. After months of research and time at the drawing board, the guys came up with the perfect solution. Hellowater, with 5g of soluble fiber in each bottle, promotes appetite control, healthy digestion, and lower cholesterol. Make sure to check out Hellowater by visiting their website located in the resources section. Coming up with a solution that many people desperately need is one thing, marketing that solution in the crowded field of healthy beverages is a whole different animal. Thankfully, Rusty and Tom were up to the task, bringing their years of experience in the beverage industry to the table when they started Hellowater. To stand out in a crowded field, the guys decided to make a bold move; they highlighted fun flavor names like, "Smile," "Live," "Laugh," "Love," and "Dance." These flavor names are featured prominently on the bottles rather than the brand name, "Hellowater." This bold move paid off for Rusty and Tom as they saw their product resonated with many customers that were looking for something outside of the box. One of the most valuable takeaways from Rusty and Tom's story is the fact that they learned and adapted to every challenge that came their way. Earlier in his career, Tom led another beverage startup that didn't perform as well as Hellowater has. Despite this setback, Tom pressed ahead, learned what he needed to, and came back to build something that would thrive. Don't despair if you stumble on your journey! You can learn from your mistakes and setbacks if you adopt the right mindset. Let Rusty and Tom's story motivate you as you keep your head up and follow your passion! Resources Mentioned on this episode Hello Water Tom Bushkie on LinkedIn Rusty Jones on LinkedIn Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25's mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We do this in 3 ways… Our Done for you Media - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast. we distribute your show across more than 11 different channels including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo's of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner..podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. Our Done for you Lead Generation- We manually send a consistent flow of customized outreach messages to your ideal clients and referral sources that you want to connect with to generate more business and clients - this is not paid traffic by the way. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company's plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few. Since these each require a lot of humans to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. so if any sound interesting to you go to Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran.

Today we have Tom Ross founder and CEO of Design Cuts. He has built an audience of 400,000 designers and grew the business to multiple 7 figures with more than 16 full-time staff. He is also one of the hosts of The Honest Designers Show which is one of the most popular shows in the design community and host of The Honest Entrepreneur Show where he gives a candid look at the life of an entrepreneur. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [1:30] Jeremy introduces his guest, Tom Ross. [2:40] Tom talks about some of the clients that he has worked with. [4:30] Common challenges in the design community. [7:00] Tom explains why Pinterest is so popular with designers. [8:30] What was it like dealing with health difficulties? [11:00] Why it's important to loosen up and have fun. [12:30] Tom talks about some proud moments in his career. In this episode… Have you ever wondered what life is like for designers? What does it look like in the creative world behind the designs you see on the marketplace? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from designer and entrepreneur Tom Ross. In his conversation with Jeremy, Tom opens up about seeing his designs out in the world, common challenges that the design community deals with, why Pinterest is so popular with designers, challenges he has faced along the way, and much more. Don't miss a minute of this powerful episode featuring Tom's story! Let's face it; most people think that their job is the most stressful or most difficult job out there, it tends to be very subjective in many respects. The truth is unless you are in the industry, you don't know what it is like to deal with all the unique stressors that come up. According to Tom Ross, most of the public is unaware of the toll many designers deal with day in and day out. These are the creative folks who work to make big companies and small startups look aesthetically pleasing; there are bound to be some challenges. You can learn more about the design community and the great resources available by checking out the link to Design Cuts located in the resources section. What is your outlet for getting some distance between you and the stressors and challenges of your office? Do you hit the basketball court, binge-watch Netflix, reach for some comfort food, or do you do something different? At the end of the day, we all need a way to take the work hat off at some point and relax. Tom Ross learned this lessons the hard way, he worked so hard and challenged himself so much that his physical and mental health took a turn for the worse. Thankfully, Tom found his way to a healthier path and now regularly prioritizes fun and relaxation in his life. What can you learn from Tom's story? Resources Mentioned on this episode The Honest Entrepreneur The Honest Designers www.DesignCuts.com www.TomRoss.co Dribble Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25's mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We do this in 3 ways… Our Done for you Media - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast. we distribute your show across more than 11 different channels including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo's of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner..podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. Our Done for you Lead Generation- We manually send a consistent flow of customized outreach messages to your ideal clients and referral sources that you want to connect with to generate more business and clients - this is not paid traffic by the way. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company's plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few. Since these each require a lot of humans to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. so if any sound interesting to you go to Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran.

Ryan Lee is the founder of REWIND and the Superfood bar. The company can be found on rewindtoday.com - Ryan has over twenty-two years in the health and fitness industry (Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology, Created the world's fastest workout video, ect). Anyone who follows Ryan knows he is obsessed with living a good and healthy life with his wife and four kids at the forefront. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [1:20] Jeremy introduces his guest, Ryan Lee. [3:20] Ryan talks about a challenging moment in business. [6:00] What was Ryan's early career like? [7:45] Ryan opens up about his health and the journey of developing a health bar. [14:30] You can't please everyone. [19:30] Ryan talks about the early versions of the Rewind bar and how it has evolved. [24:00] The key to a profitable consumable product. [28:00] What is the Rewind Institute? [33:00] Who is the Rewind Bar for? [36:00] Why did Ryan choose the name "Rewind?" [39:15] How did Ryan build the team at Rewind? [44:30] Ryan talks about his marketing efforts. [47:00] Why isn't the Rewind Bar available on Amazon? [52:00] What is next for REWIND? In this episode… What does it take to build your tribe? How can a brand cultivate a following of passionate and energetic customers? Is building a tribe the most practical way of growing a business? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from innovator and business leader Ryan Lee. In his conversation with Jeremy, Ryan opens up about his early career, how he responded to challenges involving his health, what it took to get Rewind off the ground, why he is passionate about building a tribe of followers, and so much more. You don't want to miss a minute of this powerful episode featuring Ryan's story! You can tell a lot about a leader when they face adversity. Let's face it; no one runs toward adversity, more often than not, we avoid it like the plague! When adversity strikes, what will be your response? Will you rise to the occasion or will your pack up and leave town? Ryan Lee had a successful business selling vitamin supplements when everything came crashing down around him. The failure of his business could have been the end of Ryan's story, but he chose to bounce back and try again. Today, Ryan's new company, Rewind is thriving, and much of that success is due to the lessons he learned through those tough moments of adversity. As you look back on your journey, can you recognize turning points that led you to where you are today? Was there a clear deciding moment that caused you to pursue the career you are in today? For Ryan Lee, that moment came when he was faced with some daunting health challenges. Determined to get his weight and his general health under control, Ryan started by changing his diet. Unfortunately, he found that there was a severe lack of options on the marketplace for health bars to start his day off on the right foot. That was the launching point for Ryan and his journey to create the Rewind bar. What can you learn from Ryan's story? Surveying the landscape of health foods today, you'll notice that most brands don't have a clearly defined message that resonates with customers. Does a brand even need a clear message as long as it's selling products? According to Ryan Lee, the messaging is as important as the product. At Rewind, Ryan and his team have put in a lot of effort into cultivating and building a tribe around their brand. The Rewind brand is built on nostalgia and fun; they even include amazing references to 70's and 80's pop-culture on their website! For brands to stand out in an increasingly crowded marketplace, they've got to learn to build their tribe; Rewind has done just that! What role should a business play in contributing to social good? With the rise of Toms, Warby Parker, and other brands connect their profits to charitable causes, many organizations are scrambling to present an image of "Giving back." While many organizations give back to the community because it makes business sense, there are some that do it because they genuinely care about the community they are rooted in. With the Rewind Institute, Ryan and his team want to make sure that giving back isn't just a gimmick or PR stunt. The Rewind Institue opens up the Rewind office space to hard working inner city youth and teaches them how to start their own business. You can learn more about the Rewind Institue by checking out the link in the resources section. Resources Mentioned on this episode Check out the Rewind website The Rewind Institute Rewind on Facebook Rewind on Instagram Rocket Fuel Fiverr Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25's mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We do this in 3 ways… Our Done for you Media - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast. we distribute your show across more than 11 different channels including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo's of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner..podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. Our Done for you Lead Generation- We manually send a consistent flow of customized outreach messages to your ideal clients and referral sources that you want to connect with to generate more business and clients - this is not paid traffic by the way. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company's plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few. Since these each require a lot of humans to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. so if any sound interesting to you go to Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran.

Michael E. Gerber is a true legend of entrepreneurship. Inc. Magazine calls him "the World's #1 Small Business Guru" — the entrepreneurial and small business thought leader who has impacted the lives of millions of individuals and hundreds of thousands of companies worldwide for over 40 years. Michael is the author of the mega-bestseller "The E-Myth Revisited" and five other E-Myth books concerning small business and entrepreneurship. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [0:45] Michael Gerber joins the podcast to talk about Beyond the E-Myth. [2:15] What is Radical U? [4:20] Closing thoughts from Jeremy and Michael. In this episode… How does the entrepreneur of today carve out a niche for themselves not only to survive but to thrive? Are there leaders out there who can help lead the way and guide a new generation of innovators? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from the legendary author and business leader, Michael Gerber. In his conversation with Jeremy, Michael opens up about "Beyond the E-Myth," why he created Radical U, and much more. You don't want to miss a minute of this fascinating episode featuring Michael's seasoned perspective! What does it take to future-proof your business? Let's face it; many self-employed people are just scraping by. What if there was a way to shift perspective and focus on building a sustainable product rather than just a side-gig? Michael Gerber has developed a template of sorts to help these entrepreneurs expand their business and get them from a business of one employee to one thousand employees. This isn't just theory for Michael; he has built this innovative approach based on decades of experience and observation. What can you learn from Michael's story? If you are ready to awaken the entrepreneur within, Michael Gerber has developed a university so you can get started. At Radical U, you get Michael's proven 8-step-radical-system for building the perfect business for you to be preeminently successful at leading a transformational life. Described as a trade school for entrepreneurs, attending Radical U might be the critical turning point you need as you enter 2019. What are you waiting for? Find out if Radical U is the next step you need to take by visiting the website located in the resources section at the end of this post. Resources Mentioned on this episode Michael's website Radical U Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode This is part of the Prosper Show Ecommerce Mastery Series where top Sellers and Experts teach you what really works to boost your ecommerce business. They have an amazing conference with some of the top Amazon sellers and industry leaders. ***************************************************************** Rise25's mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We do this in 3 ways… Our Done for you Media - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast. we distribute your show across more than 11 different channels including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo's of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner..podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. Our Done for you Lead Generation- We manually send a consistent flow of customized outreach messages to your ideal clients and referral sources that you want to connect with to generate more business and clients - this is not paid traffic by the way. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company's plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few. Since these each require a lot of humans to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. so if any sound interesting to you go to Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran.

Mike McKim is the co-founder of Cuvee Coffee Roasting Company. Cuvee Coffee Roasting Company has been providing independent coffee houses and coffee enthusiasts with sustainable artisan blends, single origin, and estate coffees since 1998. Mike is also a board chairman at the non-profit, Operation Supply Drop that supports today's active duty military and their families. Cuvee Coffee is a nationally recognized specialty coffee roaster with its roots firmly established in Texas. Cuvee Coffee and cold brew can be found at their website, Whole Foods, Heb, Central Market, Target, and soon to be limited Safeways. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [1:35] Jeremy introduces his guest, Mike McKim. [2:45] What is Bunker Labs? How did Mike get involved? [5:45] Why does Mike introduce himself including his failures? [9:30] Mike talks about serving in the military. [11:45] What was post-military life like for Mike? [16:45] How did Mike end up starting his own coffee business? [20:00] What are Cuvee Coffee popular products? Why cold brew coffee? [28:00] Misconceptions about CBD products. [30:45] Why high-quality ingredients can make all the difference. [36:00] Mike talks about his wife's role in the business. [37:30] Coming up with new products and ideas for the business. [39:00] Expanding the team at Cuvee Coffee. [40:30] Mike shares how the business has evolved over the years. [43:30] Tools and resources that Mike and his team use to succeed. [45:20] Mike's lowest moment in his career. [47:00] The power of networking. [48:20] Mike shares some proud moments in his career. [50:00] What led Mike's son to follow his footsteps? [51:45] What is Operation Supply Drop? [54:30] How to connect with Mike and Cuvee Coffee. In this episode… Does persistence pay off or is that just a common lie we've all believed? Should you keep working toward something that you struggle to gain ground with or move on to something more promising? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from entrepreneur and business leader, Mike McKim. In his conversation with Jeremy, Mike opens up about his time in the military, why he mentions his failures, what led him to start his own coffee company, challenges he has faced along the way, and much more. Don't miss a minute of this powerful episode featuring Mike's story! As you survey the values you hold, which one stands out more than the others? What would the people you work with and your close friends and family say are your closely held values? Drawing on his time in the military, Mike McKim points to persistence as the trait that has stuck to the core of his development as a leader. Through all the ups and downs of his military career, Mike is thankful for the lessons learned, the most important one being that persistence pays off. This value didn't just transfer over to Mike's personal life; it is cemented in the foundations of his business, Cuvee Coffee. When most people think of coffee, they think of Seattle, not Austin. When most people think of the beverage of Texas, they think of sweet tea or Shiner Bock. Why would a military veteran decide to go into the coffee business in Texas of all places? Following his passion for coffee, Mike McKim decided to expand the passion project and take it from roasting coffee beans out of his garage and to a larger platform. Mike went to work making cold calls and drumming up any business he could to get his new venture off the ground. As it often does in Mike's story, persistence paid off! Now Cuvee Coffee is a thriving coffee roaster based out of Austin, TX. What can you learn from Mike's journey? What is more important to an organization, profits or integrity? It all depends on the character and values of the person at the top of the organizational chart. At Cuvee Coffee, Mike McKim leads an amazing team that is willing to adapt and change as the market demands while holding to its values. Heeding the words of wisdom he received from his uncle, Mike is dedicated to keeping his ingredients high quality, refusing to cut corners to increase the bottom line. This attitude in business doesn't just happen overnight; you have to bake this dedication to quality into the very foundation from the start. To learn more about Cuvee Coffee, make sure to check out the link in the resources section at the end of this post! Have you figured out how to play to your strengths and minimize your weaknesses in your career? How did you identify your strengths? What led you to notice your weaknesses? Any successful business leader will be able to tell you pretty quickly where they excel and where they delegate, can you say the same? Learning the hard way, Mike McKim discovered that he should stay away from the financial side of his business and yield to his wife's strengths on that front. Having learned that valuable lesson, Mike and his wife thrive in their current roles at Cuvee Coffee. Don't be afraid to admit when you need to play to your strengths; it's not a sign of weakness, it's a sign of wisdom! Resources Mentioned on this episode Cuvee Coffee Slack Cropster Operation Supply Drop Bunker Labs Pour Your Heart Into It Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25's mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We do this in 3 ways… Our Done for you Media - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast. we distribute your show across more than 11 different channels including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo's of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner..podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. Our Done for you Lead Generation- We manually send a consistent flow of customized outreach messages to your ideal clients and referral sources that you want to connect with to generate more business and clients - this is not paid traffic by the way. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company's plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few. Since these each require a lot of humans to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. so if any sound interesting to you go to Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran.

Casey Gauss is the founder and CEO of Viral Launch, an Indianapolis-based tech company offering innovative software and creative services to Amazon Sellers. Casey founded the company in 2014 when he was 21. He has gone on to leverage his passion for tech, building cool things, learning, and helping others through the expansion of the company to over 40 employees. He continues—nose to the grind—in his obsession with Amazon market philosophy, helping a growing number of Amazon businesses achieve success in the world's largest ecommerce marketplace. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [0:40] Jeremy introduces his guest, Casey Gauss. [1:30] Casey talks about Viral Launch and popular features. [2:30] Why did Casey start Viral Launch? What was his early career like? [4:00] Casey talks about his passion for the ecommerce industry. [6:00] Challenges that Casey has faced along the way. Customer success stories. In this episode… Did you know that a large part of what makes ecommerce sellers successful is an impulse to follow the data? It's true! Some sellers might catch some good luck being in the right place at the right time, but more and more sellers are looking to the cold hard data to fuel their rise to the top. On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from innovator and entrepreneur, Casey Gauss. In his conversation with Jeremy, Casey opens up about how he started Viral Launch, why he loves to follow the data, personal and professional challenges he's faced along the way, and much more! Don't miss a minute of this powerful episode featuring Casey's story! What has led to your growth and development as a business leader? Have you had the good fortune to connect with great mentors who have invested in you? Or is your story more of a scrappy rise from adversity? Casey Gauss' story an inspiring one that showcases his endurance and determination. He built the original coding and platform for Viral Launch in an apartment in Indianapolis with socks on his hands because he couldn't afford to turn on the heat. Casey has taken that signature scrappy and can-do attitude and has built it into his business. Make sure to check out Viral Lanch and the fantastic work they are doing to equip ecommerce leaders with the best tools available. What type of impact will all your hard work leave on the industry that you work in? Is your organization helping to add a more collaborative and worthwhile environment? At Viral Launch, Casey Gauss and his team are doing everything they can to chart the way forward for ecommerce sellers and small businesses. Their mission is to equip entrepreneurs with the insight, tools, and partnerships needed for lasting success. After working with thousands of brands in the Amazon ecosystem including performing over 17,000 product launches, Viral Launch has garnered enough knowledge, experience, and data to launch successful brands time and time again. What can your organization learn from Viral Launch's example? Resources Mentioned on this episode www.viral-launch.com Follow The Data Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode This is part of the Prosper Show Ecommerce Mastery Series where top Sellers and Experts teach you what really works to boost your ecommerce business. They have an amazing conference with some of the top Amazon sellers and industry leaders. ***************************************************************** Rise25's mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We do this in 3 ways… Our Done for you Media - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast. we distribute your show across more than 11 different channels including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo's of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner..podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. Our Done for you Lead Generation- We manually send a consistent flow of customized outreach messages to your ideal clients and referral sources that you want to connect with to generate more business and clients - this is not paid traffic by the way. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company's plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few. Since these each require a lot of humans to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. so if any sound interesting to you go to Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran.

Dan Meadors is a co-founder of The Wholesale Formula with Eric Lambert. They began selling on Amazon as a hobby with an original investment of only $600. They worked nights and weekends buying products on clearance at local retail stores and selling them on Amazon for a profit. It only took a few months before they saw the potential to turn this hobby into a business as they both left their day jobs to sell on Amazon full-time. Since then they have been able to generate over $20,000,000 in sales on Amazon. Dan and Eric have developed their own unique system to take advantage of wholesale opportunities called The Wholesale Formula. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [1:25] Jeremy introduces his guest, Dan Meadors. [2:40] Dan talks about how he got started in the ecommerce industry. [15:15] What was venturing into the Private Lable model like? Why switch to wholesale? [21:30] Why did Dan decide to stop attending trade shows? [25:30] Dan talks about breaking into the wholesale market. [28:30] Helping products sell. [30:00] Software and tools that Dan his team use. [32:45] What Dan looks for in a product that he will wholesale. [42:30] Dan explains how wholesale works. [45:30] What is the difference between branded and unbranded wholesale? [47:30] Feedback from using The Wholesale Formula. [51:40] Dan opens up about challenges they've faced along the way. [54:45] The proudest moment in business for Dan. [56:45] How to connect with Dan and The Wholesale Formula. In this episode… How does an idea go from a long shot dream to reality? What does it take to star in your very own ecommerce success story? On this episode of Inspired Insider, you'll hear from entrepreneur and business leader, Dan Meadors. In his conversation with Jeremy, Dan opens up about how he got started in the ecommerce industry, why his approach evolved over the years, how he developed The Wholesale Formula, challenges they've faced along the way, and much more! If you'd like an inside look at an impressive ecommerce success story, you've come to the right place. Don't miss a minute of this engaging episode featuring Dan! Who doesn't want to enjoy the freedom and profit that comes from running your own small business? You get to set your own hours, enjoy vacations whenever you want, and pile up a sizeable bank account. What's not to love? If only that were the truth! Let's face it; most small business leaders are a little crazy, you have to be to put your livelihood on the line! Dan and his business partner, Eric knew that stepping out to start their ecommerce business wouldn't be easy, but they were determined to chart their course. What can you learn from their story? Have you ever met someone who was so dedicated to achieving their goal that it kind of shocked you? That's how you would feel if you met Dan Meadors. Dan and his business partner, Eric have been through a lot as they've built their ecommerce business. From dabbling with retail arbitrage to trying out a private label model and then finally landing on the wholesale angle, the guys have been through a lot. With every twist and turn on their journey, the one thing that has kept them going is a clear vision of where they want to be, masters of their journey. What is it that sets the average business leader apart from those that take it another step further? Are they hungrier? Are they more intelligent? Or are they simply more lucky than all the rest? When you take a look at Dan Meadors' story, the key ingredients that pop out is his willingness to adapt and change to find the right route to success. If you peel back to the success that Dan and Eric have enjoyed, the critical factor is their ability to switch gears to find a more lucrative angle. How important is flexibility and evolution to your success story? Beyond all the amazing success that Dan and Eric have been able to build with their business model, they've wanted to take it one step further. Dan and Eric now accept students a couple of times a year to teach them The Wholesale Formula, a blueprint of the exact steps they used to build their multi-million dollar Amazon business. As Dan looks back at some of the most notable moments during his career in business, what he's most proud of is how he's been able to help men and women learn to build their businesses. Resources Mentioned on this episode The Wholesale Formula The Wholesale Formula on Facebook The Wholesale Formula on Twitter The Wholesale Formula Blog Jungle Scout RestockPro Repricer Intro Music by Kidd Russell Sponsor for this episode Rise25's mission is to connect you with your best referral partners and customers. We do this in 3 ways… Our Done for you Media - We help your company completely run and launch your own podcast. we distribute your show across more than 11 different channels including a dedicated blog post and social media. You simply show up and talk and we do everything else. Our team has been working with podcasters since 2009. I personally credit podcasting as the single best thing I have done for my business and my life. It has allowed me to connect with the founders/ceo's of P90x, Atari, Einstein Bagels, Mattel, Rx Bars, and many more. Besides making best friends and finding my business partner..podcasting has led to relationships with countless customers and referral partners. Our Done for you Lead Generation- We manually send a consistent flow of customized outreach messages to your ideal clients and referral sources that you want to connect with to generate more business and clients - this is not paid traffic by the way. Our Done for you VIP Events - We do live in-person VIP Days and receptions. These are 100% outsourced VIP days for software companies and conference organizers so we can help you serve your highest level customers. It may or may not involve Elvis costumes - See video Rise25 VIP Days have a proven track record of helping companies to get more referrals, increase retention with their VIP customers, and get more engaged new customers without adding extra work to that company's plate. Rise25 has hosted VIP events in cities such as Austin, Chicago, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Sonoma, and Las Vegas to name a few. Since these each require a lot of humans to do the work we have limited bandwidth and only want to work with the right company. so if any sound interesting to you go to Rise25.com and contact us or email support (at) rise25.com. If your company wants to attract and connect with your highest level customers and referral partners then you can learn more and contact us to find out if your company qualifies at Rise25.com. Rise25 was cofounded by Dr. Jeremy Weisz and John Corcoran.