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Dino Dogan is the Founder of Triberr, the Social Network for bloggers that sends over 2 million monthly visits (and growing) to its members.  Dino is often the subject of stories pertaining to business and technology on Forbes, Yahoo!News, and and BizJournal. His startup has been featured on thousands of blogs, including Technorati, Huffington Post, ReadWriteWeb, and many others. In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: Why your business must create a tribe to grow The importance of brand ambassadors and how to choose them carefully How to find the first members of your tribe How to use your tribe members network's to expand your brand awareness Why guest posting for major blogs is dead The best way to use social networks to bring tons more traffic to your site and lots more...

Marcus Burrell is the Chief Operating Officer of Victory Mobile LLC, a branding and digital marketing firm based in Detroit, MI. He oversees the daily operations and growth of the firm.  He is the managing partner of In The Black Suites, a commercial real estate firm and also owns The Ultra 1 Consulting Group and The Ultra 1 Holdings Group, a real estate holdings company. In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: How to be successful in multiple industries The best way to create effective partnerships Why you should never hire someone just like you  How to identify your strengths and weaknesses as an entrepreneur Where to find partners who can help you grow your business The power of an enjoyable work environment and lots more...

Elaine Heney is the #1 Bestselling Author of The App Escape Plan and App Marketing. She is the CEO of Chocolate Lab Apps iPhone developer blog with over 180 apps published and 3 million downloads. Elaine is a 5 star Udemy App Course Instructor and mentor to Irish & international mobile startups. Described by Horse & Hound magazine as a ‘creative force’.  In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: How to escape the 9 to 5 and travel for a year doing what you love The most cost effective way to create your first mobile app Why you don't need to be a coder to develop top selling apps  How to outsource your app development Free apps vs. Paid apps and how to make money with both Why you should never spend more than $500 creating your first mobile app and lots more...

Mike Ambassador Bruny is a speaker, certified life coach and author who works with conference bound professionals with a lot to offer, but who have a hard time making connections in big groups. He helps save time and money by teaching how to build relationships that will move businesses and personal goals forward. His signature phrase, “Hashtags to Handshakes”, reminds us all that building contacts through social media can pay off tremendously. The secret is turning them into in-person relationships.  In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: How to connect with people who will help move your professional and personal life forward How to evaluate what you bring to the table The service first mentality and how to use it to build powerful relationships Why elevators speeches are dead   How to turn online relationships, to offline networks How to be consistent online & offline and lots more...

In this episode we will talk about the five friends you need to grow your business and help position you to become more successful. You will learn The best type of friend you need to when you're stuck in the rut What "constructive criticism" really means and who you listen to  How to get your ideas out of your head and into the world Why unwinding is so critical to your business growth  Who you should share your crazy vision with and who you shouldn't How to nicely exit a friendship that is sucking the life out of you and lots more...

Jullien Gordon is a high performance coach and consultant for organizations, individuals, and teams that want to increase employee performance, motivation, engagement, and retention. As a Founding Partner at New Higher, he has worked with fortune 100 companies and his speeches and training's have helped over 10,000 professionals discover more ways to create value, be present, and find meaning at work. You may have watched Jullien's TedTalk or maybe you've seen him on MSNBC. In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: What a "Side-Hustla" and how you can become one today How to transition from employee to entrepreneur How to test the market before you quit your job The power of "Positive Peer Pressure" How to manage the relationship you have with your employer How to shift the hours you work How to "show up" to create accountability in your business Why infusing your personal brand into your company is so important and lots more...

Kenny Pugh is the Founder of Kenny Pugh, LLC. He is a published author, speaker and coach. He has worked with top companies including Chase Bank, Wells Fargo, Bank of America and Microsoft. Kenny has been featured in CNN, HLN, Black Enterprise, The CW and Tom Joyner Morning Show. In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: The foundation of your business and what to consider before starting a business full-time How to create a financial plan for your business How to operate your business on a lean budget The importance of having a financial reserve How to avoid the "pretty plan" problem Why your relationship can ruin your business and how to avoid that from happening How to break up with the wrong people in your life How to differentiate tough love and pure criticism  and lots more...

Kimberly Seltzer is a Image Expert, Therapist and Matchmaker. Kimberly is the Founder of Elite Image Makeovers, where she helps people unlock their best selves. She has been featured in Cosmo, Huffington Post, Fox News, Yahoo Shine and many other media outlets.  In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: The power of presentation How to make the best first impression The "Act As If" Model and how you apply it to your business The importance of incorporating color into your wardrobe The two things that stand out to people most The right and wrong way to attract attention Confident clothing and what it means to your business and lots more...

John Lee Dumas is the Creator of Entrepreneur On Fire, the only daily business podcast for Entrepreneurs with over 500,000 monthly downloads in over 150 countries. John is also the creator of the mastermind Fire Elite. On October 24th John will be launching Podcasters Paradise, an ever-evolving community of Podcasters who are looking to create, grow, and monetize their podcast.  In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: The importance of mentors  How to find the right mentor for you The number one thing you must do in order to grow your business How to "Step your game up" as an Entrepreneur The number one thing John has learned from interviewing almost 400 Entrepreneurs How to F.O.C.U.S The power of joining a mastermind  and lots more...

David Siteman Garland is the Creator of The Rise To The Top: the #1 Show for Mediapreneurs with over 6,000,000 downloads in 100 countries. David is the creator of Create Awesome Online Courses and Create Awesome Interviews. In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: How to get laser focused on your target market Why having a niche is not enough and how to create a super niche Steps to creating a "bribe" to build a massive email list How to build your tribe Where to find your target market When you should create online courses How you can create your first online course  and lots more...

Smart Business Revolution is published by John Corcoran, who has worked in Hollywood, at the White House, as a Speechwriter to the Governor of California, and is now an attorney and new Dad. John helps small business owners create more powerful connections by networking.  In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: How to network to get the job of your dreams The right way to start your business Steps to building a solid reputation The "start small" approach When you should consider having a lawyer for your business  The 7-step framework for creating your personal networking plan and lots more...

Christopher Mance II wrote the source code for the world’s first cooperative email marketing software. He started writing software at the tender age of 14 and started his first company when I turned 20. He created my first website as a freshman at the United States Military Academy at West Point.  A few years later he went on to launch my first web business while getting a master’s degree in software engineering at Florida A&M University. Chris now focuses on helping entrepreneurs grow their business with his innovative software Nichevertising.   In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: Why having a niche matters How to identify your ideal customer The worst case scenario syndrome and how to avoid it  Why email marketing is the most powerful social media strategy The power of cross-promoting to expand your reach How to build your email list fast Why super niches are a must for new entrepreneurs and lots more...

Jenny Shih is a coach and consultant for creative solopreneurs. She helps new entrepreneurs learn the basics of marketing and how to start making money. Jenny helps entrepreneurs with big ideas create a solid plan and make their big ideas happen. She works with experienced entrepreneurs to set up systems and streamline their business so they can grown their business without burning out.     In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: How to get your first client online How to think through your business strategy The right way to start a business   Why turning your hobby into a business may be a bad idea Why intuition plays a major role in your business Steps to making your ideas happen The simple way to streamline your business The strategy to outsource parts of your business  How to create a digital product teaching what you know Tips to get your first 1,000 subscribers and lots more...

Jackson Ogunyemi known by most as Action Jackson founded a company dedicated to empowering students in the UK called FixUp Seminars. In 2001 while studying Mechanical Engineering, he developed a passion for public speaking. After graduation Jackson decided to pursue a career in motivation and personal development. Action is now a motivational speaker and a life coach who has worked with numerous colleges and universities; assisting thousands of people to achieve their goals and live their dreams with his entertaining and life changing seminars.   In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: How to kill that little voice in your head that says you aren't good enough The key to being successful... not it's not luck Why being a lovable brand starts with you  Why adding excitement and personality to your brand is essential in the digital world How building your brand is like being in a relationship The 1-step you must take to become a likable brand The best way to get started... it's easier th

Cliff Ravenscraft The Podcast Answer Man, shares how he went from an Insurance Executive to a Podcasting Expert, with 31 unique podcasts. So how did he do it? How did Cliff create a podcasting empire that has helped thousands of podcasters launch their own podcasts? In this episode Cliff shares his secret podcasting strategy.   In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: Why you should start podcasting How to build your podcast community How to monetize your podcast platform How to create multiple streams of income from your podcast The secret formula to creating a successful podcast Why you only need 1,000 loyal subscribers The truth about being an overnight sensation The 10,000 hour rule  How to connect with a massive audience using Twitter  And lots more...

Today we are going over the Top 5 Tools Used By Successful Entrepreneurs. Over the past three months I have interviewed over 50 top entrepreneurs worldwide. They each share their favorite tools and apps that make their life a little easier. I put together a list of the tools most frequently used. These  include productivity tools, social tools, and management tools. In all I created a list of 12 tools, but in today's episode we will cover only 5. If you want to get the full list of all 12 tools you can subscribe to my newsletter to get the downloadable PDF version. In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: The best free note taking app that I use everyday The best free to-do-list app that helps keep me on track How to shorten and share your tweets How to make your website links pretty while still keeping your SEO friendly longtail urls How to get advice from industry experts in any topics

Chris Brogan is Publisher of Owner Magazine, a business magazine helping you improve your worth by growing your capabilities and connections. He is CEO & President of Human Business Works, a publishing and media company. He is a sought-after keynote speaker who has addressed crowds of thousands, and once presented to a princess. Chris has consulted with companies you know like Disney, Microsoft, Coke, Titleist, Pepsico, Google, Motorola, and many more. He is the New York Times Bestselling author of six books and counting, including The Impact Equation, with Julien Smith.   In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn:   The importance of diversifying your revenue streams Why you should use the 15% rule in your business The importance of having a support system The one person you need in your corner  Who you should and shouldn't share your ideas with Why it's great to give away your best ideas for free Why customization is king The difference between an idea and execution and lots mo

Kristen White is founder of Kristen White Imagery and Miss Black USA 2008. She is one of the most requested Make-Up Artist in the beauty industry. Kristen's journey as an entrepreneur began while in college, and has since then landed her in the pages of Vogue, Essence and many other internationally published magazines. In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: The power of a positive attitude  The best ways to hone your craft  How to learn before you follow  How to get the best out of people The right way to talk to people How to apply Southern Hospitality to enhance your brand The power of anticipation and being prepared for the opportunity  The importance of hustling in business How to determine what role you want and the dynamics of that role The importance of your "circle of five" How to manage your feelings and attitude in your business How to be "okay" with failure and lots more...

Jim Coyle has over 15 years of helping companies obtain the level of success they were built to achieve. Jim has owned and operated many of his own small to midsized business operations (SMB) and realized that small businesses need their own set of solutions. He ‘cut his teeth’ in the corporate consulting culture for awhile, working with the likes of Ocean Spray, Allstate, Accenture, Bombardier and other Fortune 500 companies.    In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn:  How to craft your Core Value Speech and how to apply to your business and employees How to hire the right people Ways to connect with the right customers  The right way to train your team  The importance of finding your passion in your business The art of delegation The inexpensive way to find people to help you grow your business How to figure out your employees strongest assets  Ways to show your employees you value them How to use the people analyzer tool  Top tips for running your own business How to trim

Selfless, determined, disciplined, and ambitious are all words that aptly describe the Founder & CEO of Dibia Athletic Development, Brandon Okpalobi. Brandon has made significant contributions to the local community, through business and community service. More impressive than his accomplishments on paper are his wonderful character traits. He has selflessly taken an active role in motivating today’s youth through both actions and words to live their best life, and be their best selves. In this episode of Entrepreneur 2.0 you will learn: How to tie your community into your business Ways to connect with customers online and offline How to network with local influential business leaders How to approach your competition How to make your business stand out from the competition Ways to connect with mentors and having a mentee of your own The "Give Back" concept and how it can propel your business and lots more...