Best Magic 107 7 Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 111: Billionaire Capital Raising Secrets (Borrow These) 28:21

5h ago28:21

28:21

In this episode, Yakov Smart delves into billionaire capital-raising secrets that can be adapted by anyone looking to raise more capital. Drawing insights from the strategies employed by Grant Cardone, this episode speaks to the importance of building a robust investor network, investing in marketing, leveraging multiple lead sources, and understan…

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113 - Nick Difatte & Audience Volunteers 1:19:39

1d ago1:19:39

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This is a conversation with one of the funniest guys I know. He's had me laughing so hard I had to get partially undressed. We talk about magic and comedy and their intersection before landing on a long explorations of how to select and manage audience volunteers. Nick is an expert at handling volunteers and gets SO much out of the people he gets u…

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Ep. 110: You're Scaring Investors...Without Even Knowing It 26:22

6d ago26:22

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In this episode, we dive into the 6 major investor fears and how to avoid them. Your host, Yakov Smart, highlights the psychological aspects of scaring investors inadvertently. He talks about understanding investors' fears, such as losing money, time, or flat out looking foolish, and most importantly how to provide comfort and manage these potentia…

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112 - How Play Manifests in the World pt 2 of 2 (Showmanship & Play 12) 1:04:35

8d ago1:04:35

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In this episode I continue describing the ways we find the play impulse, or the activity of play, manifesting in the world. I start by talking about learning. -The next way play emerges is through Imagination. -Then we look at how, quite obviously, play manifest thorugh actual playfulness. -We procede to Sociality. -Then I find in Rutger Bregman's …

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Talking Your Way To More Capital 19:11

14d ago19:11

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In this episode, we dive into the art of "talking your way to more capital," focusing on essential communication strategies for raising funds. The core topic explores effective public speaking and investor engagement, highlighting the significance of preparation, audience understanding, and embodying expertise. With actionable tips and personal ane…

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Ep. 108: Secrets To Hiring Marketing Help For Capital Raising 31:24

21d ago31:24

31:24

In this episode, we dive deep into the essentials of marketing for capital raising. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale up, this episode provides valuable insights on how to effectively market your capital raising efforts. We explore the common misconceptions about marketing and discuss various approaches to hiring marketing help. …

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111 - How Play Manifests in the World pt 1 of 2 (Showmanship & Play 11) 43:22

22d ago43:22

43:22

Adults and children spend their days differently - we work, babies play. Play is the signature of childhood. It’s a living, visible manifestation of imagination and learning I action. Allison Gopnik If play is a constant and a genuine human drive, how do we recognise it when we see it in the world? Or more specifically; in which kind of behaviours …

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EP 107: Capital Raising Confidence + Genius Confessions 31:21

28d ago31:21

31:21

In this episode, Yakov shares some gems about building confidence in capital raising whether you’re a beginner prospecting high net worth individuals or you’re a seasoned capital raiser looking to reach a new level of success. He also dives into what it really means to be a genius and how to find and take advantage of your natural gifts. Key Takeaw…

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EP 106: More Investors To Talk To 24:26

1M ago24:26

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In this episode, we explore the critical topic of finding more investors for your capital-raising ventures. Whether you're new to capital raising or looking to scale, the insights shared will help you navigate the current market landscape, especially with the upcoming U.S. elections and the heightened media sensationalism. We dive deep into practic…

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110 - the Play Instinct (Showmanship & Play 10) 47:03

1M ago47:03

47:03

"Instincts are the whispers of our ancestors." - Quote by yours truly. In this episode we explore whether our inclination to play might actually be an innate human drive. Do we human beings possess an instinct to play? If so, how and why would something like that evolve? By understanding how something came into being we often learn valuable lessons…

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7 Investor Personalities You Need To Know 22:20

1M ago22:20

22:20

In this episode, Yakov shares insights from a recent deal-making event in Nashville. The goal here is to take your capital raising off cruise control and play offense rather than defense. We talk about the concept of 7 prevalent investor personalities. Understanding the psychology of how certain people are wired will help you become attractive to t…

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109 - Unpacking Play pt 2 (Showmanship & Play 9) 56:00

1M ago56:00

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In this episode I finish up the unpacking of the five criteria of play. As we go on these five points will be the backbone of our inquiry. Much like how using Showman - Audience & Show as a symbol or mnemonic picture which affords us a lot of understanding, these five criteria will expand our understanding of play, and by transferral how it connect…

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Want To Scale Your Capital Raising? (Listen To This) 21:38

2M ago21:38

21:38

In this episode, Yakov breaks down a key framework to scaling your capital raising. The Triangle of Success consists of 3 essential components – Investor Lead Flow, Trust, and Systems/Automations. By focusing on these areas, capital raisers can efficiently grow their networks and enhance their operations. Yakov emphasizes the importance of maintain…

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108 - Memoirs of a Coney Island Clown w Jellyboy the Clown 2:05:00

2M ago2:05:00

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In this episode I talk to Jellyboy the Clown about his book Memoirs of a Coney Island Clown. I learn a lot about him and how closely our experiences mirror eachother. There are some tragic details about suicide in this episode - be warned, if you need such a warning. "Embark on an unforgettable journey alongside Jelly Boy in "Memoirs of a Coney Isl…

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Insights On Funding Deals + Human Nature With Mike Seidl 40:36

2M ago40:36

40:36

In today's episode, Yakov sits down with Mike Seidl to talk about the world of capital raising as it relates to human behavior and relationship-building. Mike, a seasoned private money lender since 2017, shares insights into his journey from starting as a lender in residential fix and flips to raising nearly 20 million dollars. Drawing from his div…

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107 - Unpacking Play pt 1 (Showmanship & Play 8 of 30) 40:03

2M ago40:03

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In this episode I continue to unpack the five criterias of play. The five are as follows: 1 - Play is fun. It’s intensely pleasurable and enjoyable. So when we play we don’t want it to stop. 2 - Play is self motivated, which means it has to be entered into voluntarily. 3 - Play is apparently purposeless. We play for the sake of playing not to achie…

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These "Magic Tricks" Will Save You Time On Your Capital Raising Journey 34:07

2M ago34:07

34:07

Today, Yakov explores innovative ways to reclaim time and enhance productivity by rethinking traditional time management strategies. You’ll learn various techniques that can create a more efficient workflow, such as responding in designated pockets, communicating asynchronously, and delegating systems rather than tasks. You’re encouraged to experim…

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106 - Active Practice - Jay Gilligan questions Showmanship & Play episode 3 & 4 1:32:39

2M ago1:32:39

1:32:39

In this episode Jay Gilligan brings up a few questions relating to episodes 3 & 4 in my exploration of Showmanship and Play (number 96 & 98). -We talk about what its like to talk to people about something which does not have an easy answer. A fortune cookie once told me "to every complex problem there is always a simple answer - and its usually wro…

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From $0 To Financial Freedom In Less Than 5 Years With Adit Shah 33:09

2M ago33:09

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In this episode, we are joined by Adit Shah, a real estate developer, world traveler, and freedom enthusiast. Adit shares his inspiring journey from leaving the military in 2019 with no money, experience, education, or connections, to achieving financial freedom and managing over $20 million in real estate assets. Key Takeaways: The importance of m…

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100th Episode: 5 Capital Raising Themes You Need To Know 46:53

3M ago46:53

46:53

As we celebrate our 100th episode, we dive into the five key themes essential for successful capital raising! The primary focus is on leveraging the "one-to-many" strategy, over the traditional "one-to-one" approach, to reach a broader audience efficiently. Another key theme is recognizing it’s more important “who you are than what you do”. Persona…

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105 - Don't Be Afraid to be Modern with the Birdmann Trent Baumann 2:02:43

3M ago2:02:43

2:02:43

In this episode I catch up with an old friend, a unique and philosophically inclined comedian and clown Mr Trent Birdmann. We talk about our shows together, our thoughts on our past, present and the uncertainties about the future. We share stories and insights about our lives as Showmen trying to make it in the modern world. You can find Trent Baum…

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Finding Freedom Thru Co-Living Real Estate Investing With Jesse Ray 39:03

3M ago39:03

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In this episode, Jesse Ray shares insights on intentional living and the power of taking action as opposed to overthinking. Inspired by a quote from a conversation with Zach Kepes, Jesse emphasizes that “nothing happens randomly when you live intentionally”. He discusses his journey from corporate to real estate investing using his wildly successfu…

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Defeating Burnout And Finding Your Capital Raising Edge With Kim Kaase 38:23

3M ago38:23

38:23

In this episode, Kim Kaase, an accomplished corporate professional turned seasoned coach and mentor, shares her transformative journey from corporate burnout to finding peace and success through self-trust and curiosity. Kim discusses how she learned to navigate life's challenges by understanding the role of thought in shaping our experiences. She …

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104 - Play in 5 Easy Steps (Showmanship & Play 7 of 30) 35:54

3M ago35:54

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In this episode I unpack the five criterias of play. The five are as follows: 1 - Play is fun. It’s intensely pleasurable and enjoyable. So when we play we don’t want it to stop. 2 - Play is self motivated, which means it has to be entered into voluntarily. 3 - Play is apparently purposeless. We play for the sake of playing not to achieve some furt…

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Can You Outsource Capital Raising? 30:13

3M ago30:13

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In this episode, Yakov delves into the question of whether capital raising can and should be outsourced. He explores the reasons why individuals may consider outsourcing capital raising before discussing the pitfalls of outsourcing to marketing agencies, advocating for skilling up, effective delegation, and tracking progress instead. Tune in to lea…

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How This Former IT Executive Stumbled Onto Raising Capital And Hasn’t Looked Back With Vinki Loomba 30:15

4M ago30:15

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In this episode, Yakov sits down with Vinki Loomba, CEO of Loomba Investment Group and fund manager for Loomba Capital Partners. Vinki shares her journey from IT and academia to becoming a leading voice in commercial real estate investments, particularly in passive investment in multifamily assets. She has aspirations of turning her $20 million fun…

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103 - What is Play (Showmanship & Play 6 of 30) 36:23

4M ago36:23

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In this episode I take you on a walk with my little dog Teddy and along the Way we encounter play in a very direct way. Then I let you take a sneak peak at my daughter and her kind of play. Then we look at trying to define play is like pinning a butterfly. From all these examples I distill the nature of play down to five criteria which will be the …

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Why Investors Have Commitment Issues And What To Do About It 26:10

4M ago26:10

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In this episode, Yakov delves into the common issue of investor commitment and explores strategies to overcome it. He shares personal experiences from a recent trip to Las Vegas, highlighting the importance of perception versus reality, a concept relevant to both capital raising and everyday life. He challenges the prevailing belief that raising ca…

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102 - Jay Gilligan Questions Showmanship & Play episode 2 1:41:09

4M ago1:41:09

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In this episode Jay Gilligan asks me to explain and elaborate some details about a previous episode. The main part of this season (4) is the 30 episodes that explores and makes my argument for how the very deepest origins of Showmanship can be found in human play as well as building a powerful argument for this dual trait of Showmanship & Play lies…

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How This Veterinary Surgeon Became An Investing Thought Leader With Dr. Jason Balara 38:44

4M ago38:44

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In this episode, we delve into the journey of Jason Ballara, CEO and Co-Founder of Lark Capital Group, from veterinary surgery to real estate investment. Jason shares the challenges and paradigm shifts he faced coming from a profession with a high aversion to risk and a lack of financial literacy. He also discusses how he built confidence in the ca…

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101 - Connect & Play - (Showmanship & Play 5 of 30) 41:42

4M ago41:42

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In this episode I seek general features of what happens in the Area of Interest, or in Shows. I talk about Nalle Laanela's book the Clown Manifesto and how it helped me understand that two key features of performance and Shows are Connection and Playfulness. links: Nalle's wonderful book the Clown Manifesto Support the Show. ... Now you can get t-s…

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90% Of Capital Raisers Don't Understand This One Thing: Do You? 27:31

4M ago27:31

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In this episode, we explore the popular concept of "Who Not How" as discussed in the book co-authored by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. While the idea of leveraging others to achieve goals sounds appealing, there are nuances and misunderstandings that can lead to unexpected hurdles. In efforts to help you avoid hiring blunders, Yakov Smart sh…

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Capital Raising Websites, CRMs and "The Mirror Effect" 24:01

4M ago24:01

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In this episode, Yakov reflects on some important capital raising tools that can also be the biggest sources of procrastination and results you don't want. Building your business around websites, CRMs, and The Mirror Effect, can create strong first impressions and allow you to tailor your messaging/outreach to attract the ideal investors, but havin…

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100 - the Clown and the New World - epic poem audio extravaganza 41:35

4M ago41:35

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This is a celebratory episode along the lines of my previous audio poetic endeavours in episode 21 and 42. This is an epic poem which initially was called The Rime of the Ancient Merrier. Merrier |ˈmerēər| noun (mer•ri•er) 1 one who brings happiness to others. 2 a simple or special person, trad. considered blessed or touched by God. 3 a fool or a c…

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Hot Takes On Capital Raising And Other Things 28:55

5M ago28:55

28:55

Welcome back to another episode! Today's show is going to be a bit different—it's a solo episode where we dive into 10 hot takes that are not only relevant to capital raising but also to various aspects of life. Some of these topics may give you an emotional response but our aim here is to give some food for thought that will hopefully shift your p…

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99 - Jay Gilligan Questions Showmanship & Play episode 1 (94) 1:04:47

5M ago1:04:47

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In this episode we try something new. Jay Gilligan has listened to my new season about Play & Showmanship and he found that there were several points in the episode he wanted to know more about. He recorded some snippets with some AI app that he has and he reads me the unedited transcriptions of these and we have a great and DEEP conversation about…

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Raise More Capital With Influencer Marketing 23:35

5M ago23:35

23:35

This episode is for anyone who feels like they’re under construction – in a growth period, if you will. We’re talking about a powerful capital raising tool that most capital raisers are not taking advantage of. Influencer marketing is often overlooked in this field, yet there’s huge opportunity there. First, we need to redefine the term “influencer…

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98 - the Nature of Shows & Geometry - (Showmanship & Play 4 of 30) 50:22

5M ago50:22

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In this episode I make one more example of a metaphor of my own making. I believe this to be a particularly fertile example, by which I mean a deep and powerful metaphor. Using the uncanny similarity of the geometry of triangles with the process of Showmanship. Looking at the two side by side I belive we can get insights into the nature of our Craf…

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Capital Raising Wisdom From An Accomplished Investor With Randy Langenderfer 36:49

5M ago36:49

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In this episode, Randy Langenderfer, founder of InvestArk, shares his journey from corporate life to full-time real estate investing. With a meticulous approach, Randy transitioned strategically, focusing on multifamily properties. With over $6 million raised across six deals, he emphasizes the importance of education, networking, and building trus…

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97 - Back in Las Vegas, now with Cirque du Soleil - Birthday Ramble 31:21

5M ago31:21

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I didn't think it would happen. Not this birtday ramble nor that I would be back in Las Vegas, nor that I would be here with Cirque du Soleil! But I am back on all those fronts and yet again I am humbled by my own lack of ability to accurately predict the unfolding events of my life. BUT I am beyond grateful that it all conspired to be this Way. Su…

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Behind-The-Scenes From Social Media Marketing World 2024 35:47

5M ago35:47

35:47

In this special episode, Yakov delves into his firsthand experience at the 2024 Social Media Marketing World Event in San Diego, sharing transferable capital raising insights from a range of people including Gen-Zers and the marketing director of a successful casino. Yakov also dives into how to get the most out of conferences without burning out b…

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96 - How to See through the Lens of Showmanship - (Showmanship & Play 3 of 30) 35:59

5M ago35:59

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In this episode I talk about viewing the world through the lens of Showmanship. This is something I say at the beginning of each episode and it is what this podcast is all about. I talk about how to look and what the lens is. So, this episode has as its aim to allow you a clearer idea of what it means and to be able to look at the world in the same…

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Optimizing Your Life + Your Investments With Shane Carter 37:31

6M ago37:31

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In this episode, we’re joined by Shane Carter, President and CEO of Hampshire Capital, to talk about how his early fascination with real estate led him down the path of prosperity and spirituality. He walks us through some of the lessons he’s learned from early failures and how his passion for capital raising allowed him to remain encouraged and re…

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3 Capital Raising Questions You Want To Ask 25:27

6M ago25:27

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In this episode, Yakov addresses three crucial questions on capital raising pertaining to finding investors, building credibility, and optimizing time. He emphasizes the importance of multifaceted strategic planning, crafting compelling narratives, leveraging social proof and shifting focus from time management to time leverage. For each of the thr…

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95 - the Inner Ear Bone of Showmanship - (Showmanship & Play 2 of 30) 47:19

6M ago47:19

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In this episode I lay how what Showmanship is, as I see it. If we are to work out what the origins of something is, particularly if the origins lay deep in prehistory, then chances are there has been a great deal of change to the thing. Sometimes so much that it is hard to recognice it. SO, to be able to know what the origins are we must know what …

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From 5 To 200+ Deal-Ready Investors With Chris Price 45:11

6M ago45:11

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In this episode, Chris Price, CEO and Co-Founder of Red Fox Multifamily, shares his journey from being a passive investor to an active capital raiser in the real estate industry. He emphasizes the importance of taking action and investing in self-education to accelerate growth. Chris highlights key strategies for success, including leveraging relat…

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Standout To Investors With These Words 33:28

6M ago33:28

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In this episode, Yakov delves into the world of effective communication for capital raisers, focusing on the power of words to stand out to investors. This episode addresses the common question in capital raising: "What do I say to investors?" He provides insights into crafting catchy messaging that resonates with investors and offers a unique pers…

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94 - Showmanship & Play - Introduction (S&P 1 of 30) 56:14

6M ago56:14

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In this episode we start a whole new project. We revert back to the format of the first 60, or so, episodes where I share my own ideas with you. The subject for this 4th season will be Showmanship & Play. Or, how Showmanship is like Play and what we can learn from seeing it as such. links: Here is a link to the whole season of PBS series about evol…

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Ep #110 - Hello, Goodbye 1:38:47

6M ago1:38:47

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In this heartfelt finale, we bid a loving farewell to the incomparable Rebecca, a voice that has echoed through the airwaves, touching souls and sparking joy in the hearts of many. As we turn the page on this chapter, this isn't just a goodbye; it’s a celebration of the journey, the lessons, the laughter, and the unforgettable moments we've shared.…

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Capital Raisers Need To Know This Powerful Process 34:22

7M ago34:22

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In this episode, we introduce a new framework for success in capital raising that can apply to any areas of life where you want to grow. It starts with a compelling vision, emphasizing emotional depth followed by identify the gaps hindering your progress. This system highlights practical steps to work through bridging these gaps and unlock your ful…

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