NonSequitur is a Podcast crafted by an uncommon philosophy, where bold Ideas are righteous, unique perspectives are gospel and where strong opinions are sacred. Kyle Curtis & team’s style of optimistic-sarcasm balances entertainment with information designed to open minds and provoke thought. Each episode features interviews with fascinating and inspirational guests that are making an impact within our social, political or religious culture. While most consider these issues taboo, Nonsequitu ...
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It can feel lonely to be an entrepreneur. With so much on your plate, it is easy to lose focus because of all the details. At times your personal, family &/or professional lives can feel like they are falling off the tracks. That's why it is so important to learn from those ahead of you and design an efficient business roadmap for success. Learning from stories is one of the easiest and most powerful strategies for growth. Join Don Williams as he sits down with world-class experts to help yo ...
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Unlocking Success: Mastering Skills, Sales, and Team Dynamics
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Welcome to the Proven Entrepreneur Show. In this episode, Don Williams interviews Matthew Pollard, an entrepreneur and sales expert. They discuss Matthew's early entrepreneurial influences, his professional focus, and the importance of talent, skills, and belief. Matthew shares his journey and success in sales, highlighting the pitfalls of promotin…
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The Power of Outsourcing: Ankit Patel’s Tips For Optometrists and Ophthalmologists
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Ankit Patel, a serial entrepreneur, shares his journey of starting and growing his optometry business and the creation of My Business Care Team, a global resourcing company. He discusses the benefits of outsourcing non-doctor payroll functions and how it can lead to cost savings and increased revenue for optometry practices. Ankit also highlights t…
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Taking Control: The Power of Becoming Your Own Puppeteer in Business by Stephanie Nivinskus
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In this episode of The Proven Entrepreneur Show, Don Williams interviews Stephanie Nivinskus, founder and CEO of Sizzle Force Marketing. They discuss Stephanie's journey from her early influences and first job to her transition into entrepreneurship. Stephanie shares her experiences with the challenges posed by AI in marketing and how she adapted t…
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The Proven Entrepreneur Show: Unleashing The Power Of Entrepreneurship With Power Couple Chalon And Richard Clark
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Hey there, fellow entrepreneur! Have I got a treat for you today. I just listened to the latest episode of the Proven Entrepreneur Show, and let me tell you, it's packed with incredible insights and inspiring stories that you won't want to miss. Host Don Williams kicks things off with an engaging conversation featuring the dynamic duo, Richard and …
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Diversifying Business Ventures: From Bowling Barrels To Doggy Country Clubs With Kyle Noonan
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Hey there, podcast lovers! This is Don Williams, and I am thrilled to present to you the latest episode of the proven entrepreneur show. Get ready, because today we have a special guest, Kyle Noonan, joining us for an incredible conversation that will leave you inspired and motivated. Kyle takes us on a journey through his entrepreneurial path, sha…
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From Corporate To Quesadillas: The Inspiring Journey Of Kyle And Maggie Gordon
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Entrepreneurial success is not just about turning passion into profit; it's about embracing challenges, seizing opportunities, and nurturing both your business and personal partnerships with unwavering determination. Hey there, it's Don Williams, and get ready to be blown away! Today, we have the dynamic duo behind Dillas Quesadillas, Kyle Gordon a…
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Breaking The Mold: Building A Successful Business Law Firm And Health Advocacy Company With Bill Richmond
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Hey there, fellow listeners! Don Williams here, and boy do I have a treat for you today. In this episode of the Proven Entrepreneur Show, I have the pleasure of hosting Dallas attorney and serial entrepreneur, Bill Richmond. Bill brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table, and he's here to share his fascinating journey with us. Starti…
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Ann & Sunny Sheu On Nurturing Mpowered Families: A Conversation On Entrepreneurship & Marriage
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We are about to take an incredible journey into entrepreneurship and the dynamics of a family business with our wonderful guests, Ann and Sunny Sheu, the founders of Mpowered Families. We dig deep into their childhood experiences and learn about the examples that shaped them; you'll discover how a humble gas station in Louisiana and a toy business …
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Entrepreneurship is not merely a destination; it is a perpetual journey of peaks, valleys, and the relentless pursuit of growth. In this episode, we sit down with Lubo Smid, the co-founder, and CEO of STRV, a leading software design and engineering company. Lubo shares personal anecdotes, highlighting the peaks and valleys of entrepreneurship and t…
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Your path to success doesn’t have to be lonely. For you to go a long way, having someone by your side can lead to a much better journey. In this episode, Ethan Bull and Stephanie Bull, the Founders of ProAssisting, take their moment to share the story of how they embarked on the path of entrepreneurship and how it led them to success. They share th…
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Dr. Mark Goulston, Author Of “Just Listen”
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Hearing is innate to many humans, but listening is a skill we should master. Listening means you are paying attention to the speaker to understand deeply. In this episode, Dr. Mark Goulston, the author of Just Listen, provides insights on mastering the effective communication to persuade anyone. He provides some tips to help entrepreneurs persuade,…
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Our guest today considers himself a results guy but lacks in idea generation. What he lacks never stops him from creating an epic business and an epic life! What did he do to make it possible? In this episode, Justin Breen, Founder of BrEpic Life, dives into creating an Epic Life by partnering with visionaries to build successful global companies. …
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Sean Magennis - CEO Mutual Capital Alliance
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Experience is the mother of all wisdom, for we learn from our experiences. But we don’t have to experience the mistakes others make in their journey. If we could share each other’s experiences, we could learn meaningfully. Sean Magennis, the CEO of Mutual Capital Alliance, discusses how the forum provides a shortcut for your entrepreneurial journey…
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Life is full of ups and downs, and it is never meant to be approached in a linear way. If you want to thrive and find numerous solutions to your problems, you must learn how to train your creative mind. This episode features author, transformation expert, and spiritual strategist Tara-Nicholle Kirk. She shares how a rough childhood and a major econ…
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Václav (Vash) Tomanec – 25-Year-Old Founder Of Mindtrepreneur
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One of the great things about entrepreneurship is that there is almost no barrier to entry. Not even being young can keep you from being an entrepreneur. Just like this episode’s guest, Václav (Vash) Tomanec. At just 25 years old, Vash has already become a serial entrepreneur, building three successful seven-figure businesses. His latest venture, M…
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Public speaking gigs are one of the best lead generation strategies for businesses of any niche or model. Grant Baldwin has a deep love for the art of speaking, and he has created a platform where he could train aspiring speakers. Joining Don Williams, he talks about the story behind his coaching and training company for speakers, The Speaker Labs.…
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Often, some of the best entrepreneurial journeys start with humble beginnings. Stories full of grit and being at the right place and time and with the right skills make for great inspiration. This episode’s guest is one whose own journey is nothing short of that. Warren Rustand joins Don Williams to share with us how he went from Minnesota Farm Boy…
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Preston Brown And His 7 Stages Of Entrepreneurship
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Success in business. How can you achieve it? What is the formula to grow your business? In this episode, Preston Brown, a Business Coach, discusses the seven stages of entrepreneurship and the formula to grow your business. Preston suggests that you must look at the three filters, productivity, profitability, and purpose, before you invest or start…
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“A goal without a plan is just a wish.” - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Setting a strategic plan is essential for growth in our business. Today’s guest has an interesting story of losing an award-winning agency and building it back in less than 90 days. In this episode, Scott Empringham, the CEO/Owner of Empringham Media Group, shares how his 8-Step Pl…
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Craig Swanson, Co-Founder Of CreativeLive
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Winston Churchill said that success is walking from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm. Craig Swanson is an entrepreneur, business coach, and co-founder of CreativeLive who has lived this line. In this episode, Craig will share his story, including his journey with CreativeLive and how he became the secret weapon to its multimillion-doll…
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Rick Sapio, CEO Mutual Capital Alliance, Inc
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With lessons learned from adversities coupled with luck, things can take you right where you're supposed to be. Rick Sapio did not take his past experiences for granted, learning and taking advantage of them as he stepped into the entrepreneurial life. Now, he is a Dallas powerhouse CEO, investor, author, and engineer and the founder of Mutual Capi…
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Richard Blank flew overseas to teach English at Costa Rica's Call Center. Little did he know he would become the CEO of that very call center. This position pushed him to take some time to learn the ins and outs of the business. He got to know each and every agent personally. Most importantly, he created a great working culture for everybody. Figur…
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Attorney Matt Aulsbrook started his first insurance agency in 2009, catering to the non-standard auto insurance market. But after seeing that most clients are not always getting a fair share when making claims, he decided to shift gears and concentrate on personal injury. Joining Don Williams, he shares how he started his entrepreneurial journey at…
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Saurajit Kanungo - Proven Entrepreneur From India To Dallas
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All progress starts with a yes. Today’s proven entrepreneur proves that. Saurajit Kanungo grew up in India with no entrepreneurial background in his family. From there, he went on to become a successful IT entrepreneur in Texas. He shares the crucial events that happened in between in this interview with Don Williams. In this conversation, we learn…
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Entrepreneurship is a challenge but is very rewarding. You have to be persistent and goal-oriented if you want to achieve your goals. Listen to your host Don Williams as he dives deep into a conversation with Jodi Daniels about data privacy and compliance. Privacy is one of those complex things you must understand if you want to incorporate an exce…
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Exceptional Service Provider - Kamard Johnson
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Too fast may not be too wise. Some good things take the right timing and the right people to work out. This is exactly what Kamard Johnson, CEO/CVO at GTT Commercial Tires, learned. If you are thinking of taking your business to the next level, this is the podcast for you! In this episode, Kamard shares insights on how focusing on building processe…
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From Florence, Italy - Entrepreneur Brent Freeman
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Ever since you were young, you were programmed by society to aim for money and success. But, what is the real meaning of being successful? Is it based on the income you’re earning or the profit your business is generating? Listen to your host Don Williams as he talks with Brent Freeman about focusing on the little things that bring you joy and happ…
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You need to know when to shift your mindset and create a place for success. Join your host Don Williams as he talks with the CEO of IRS Trouble Solvers, Ben Golden. Ben specializes in tax resolution because of his own past experiences with the IRS. In this episode, he shares detailed information on taxes and accounting, especially the importance of…
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Mike Otis - Michigan Husband, Father, Grandfather & Entrepreneur
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Success stories aren’t built overnight. They are a result of hard work, effort, patience, and a lot of failures. Listen to Mike Otis as he dives deep into his entrepreneurial journey. Mike, Founder of Double O, Inc., has been a practitioner and fan of Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), Open Book Management, and Entrepreneurs' Organization duri…
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Ari Rastegar: The Oracle Of Austin Real Estate
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Ari Rastegar, the Oracle of Austin Real Estate and CEO of Rastegar Property Company, is our guest here today. He is one of the most influential power players in the commercial real estate world. He is also the author of The Gift of Failure, which is exactly what he did. His career didn't start out well. He experienced failure and bad grades. He sta…
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Ukraine To Detroit: Working Through Instability As An Entrepreneur With Vladimir Gendelman
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In the Soviet Union, there was little to no such thing as entrepreneurship. The government owns everything, and when they own everything, competition doesn't exist. This is where Ukrainian Entrepreneur Vladimir Gendelman grew up. His parents always taught him not to pursue entrepreneurship. This did not hold him back, though. He moved to America to…
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Many people are afraid to do the things they are most passionate about for fear of becoming a starving artist. Instead, they go on exhausting grinds that do not give them actual fulfillment. But for Ethan King, his success story began taking shape when he stayed the course with the things he truly loves doing. Joining Don Williams, he shares how st…
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Why Small To Medium Businesses Need To Start Outsourcing Talent With Brad Stevens
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If your business is struggling, outsourcing talent can really save it. It's low-cost and you get to recruit people from around the world. What your business is going to do is secondary. It's more important to get the best people for the job, whether they're your neighbor or across the globe. Develop this gig economy and start outsourcing talent. Jo…
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From $0 To $100MM Exit In 30 Months: Finding The Right Time To Exit Your Business With Shahar Erez
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Exiting your business is like owning stock. You need to know when you have a very good return. So you should be able to exit without question. Building a company can be emotional, no doubt about that. You're sacrificing your time, sweat, and tears into something that may or may not even work. But you have to remember that at the end of the day, you…
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Getting The Right Door Open With Caryn Kopp, The Queen Of Premium Lead Gen
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In marketing and sales, talking to people in a way they can hear is crucial. Getting their attention and interest means an increased future generated sales. It is a very important process, and most businesses would consider this very crucial. Today, Don William interviews Lead Generation Queen, Caryn Kopp. Carolyn is the Chief Door Opener for Kopp …
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Your Extraordinary Life With Finnian Kelly
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Ever felt that something is missing when everything is within your reach? If you are looking to fill that void, don’t miss this episode of The Proven Entrepreneur! Listen and be inspired by Finnian Kelly, the Founder of Intentionality, as he shares his story of self-doubt and reflection. Finnian tackles how he found clarity of purpose, focus, and h…
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How Amazon Guru Steven Pope Went From Unemployed To Founder In 48 Hours
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Amazon Guru Steven Pope founded My Amazon Guy. They fully service and manage over 200 Amazon seller brands on anything that generates traffic, including search engine optimization, pay-per-click, or anything that improves conversion rates, such as design, catalog management, copyright, and merchandise. He founded his company just 48 hours after get…
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It’s Never Too Late To Start Your Business With Lisa Laporte
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It’s never too late to start your business! Joining Don Williams in this episode is Lisa Laporte CEO & Executive Producer of TWiT TV. Lisa started her business after a significant corporate career in accounting at the age of 35. Now, she’s 53 and still thriving in the industry. Lisa also opens up about her struggles rising up the ranks in a man’s w…
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Annye Grande Founder of Etoile Luxury Handbags
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I am the founder of Etoile luxury handbags. I was born in Montreal, CN and Etoile is French for the word star. You'll feel like a star when you carry an Etoile bag. Etoile is the most fascinating, beautiful exquisite handbag collection you will ever come across. I'm recording today from one of our New York City factories, I love to spend time with …
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Dr. Thaddeus Gala - Guardians Annual Retreat Founder
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Entrepreneur Thaddeus Galas' Secrets on Health & Wealth Theirs a Doctor in the house and his name is Dr. Thaddeus Gala. Thaddeus is an entrepreneurs' entrepreneur. He owns and runs several Companies. Every year Thaddeus hosts the Guardians Annual Retreat, bringing together 500 entrepreneurs, leaders, and philanthropists for a weekend of inspiration…
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Roland Frasier - Building/Selling 24 Businesses with Sales from $3MM to just under $4B
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Great entrepreneurs have nerves of steel. At the peak of his career, Roland found himself in legal hot water. That event cost him his house, money, marriage, freedom, law and accounting licenses. Roland has gone on to build &/or exit 24 businesses with sales from $3 million to almost $4 billion. Roland is currently a Principal in Scalable.co, Digit…
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Abeer Qumsieh Shares Secrets of Better Business
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Jordanian Proven Entrepreneur Abeer stand amongst the ranks of great entrepreneurs. She is a woman, a mom, and an entrepreneur, but that didn't stop her from building a multi-million dollar business. Small child, big dreams Abeer grew up in Jordan, a country whose claim to fame is being the lowest point on Earth. As a child, she watched her father …
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Dr. Carrie Santos, PhD - CEO leads 15,000 Successful Entrepreneurs at Entrepreneurs' Organization
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Dr. Carrie Santos, PhD is a superwoman. She started her entrepreneurial journey as a lead strategist in the US State Department. Today Dr. Santos serves as CEO of Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO), which is home to 15,000 of the world's most successful entrepreneurs. Making a Career out of Nation-building Carrie was born in a small town in the deep …
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John Madsen - World Class Athlete to CEO Trainer
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Former NFL player John Madsen shares his success story on how he trains athletes and CEO's to success.
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Nicholas Kusmich - The Worlds Leading Facebook Strategist
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Nicholas shares his success story. Nick lost his father at an early age, became a pastor, added a side hustle, became a full time entrepreneur and today is the world's leading Facebook strategist.
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Lan Phan Founder of the community of SEVEN
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Rock Star community builder Lan Phan shares her story. Lan was born in Vietnam and her family immigrated to the US as a refugees. She earned degrees from both Stanford & Harvard. And Lan founded the the community of SEVEN which grew to 200,000 members in one year when she lost her job at the start of the pandemic.…
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David Anderson shares his story from country club caddy to entrepreneurial success and global leadership of Entrepreneurs' Organization.
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Entrepreneur Marcelle LeBlanc Shares Her Story
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Marcelle LeBlanc shares her story from almost bankrupt to success on this episode of the Proven Entrepreneur Show. Marcelle owns Velvet Box which is an upscale adult store chain specializing in adult toys, lingerie and education from licensed sex educators.
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Dr. Karyn Gordon shares on Leadership & Business
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In this episode Don interviews Best Selling Author Dr. Karyn Gordon. Dr. Gordon started DK Leadership on TV and pivoted to online delivery during COVID. Dr. Gordon boasts of 4,000+ clients in 17 Countries.
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Scotty Schindler and $1.125+ Trillion in Real Estate
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