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The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence.com

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You’re gonna love this DAILY, commercial-free entrepreneur spotlight show. We feature CEOs and founders of 6-9 figure B2B companies. Agencies, coaches, consultants, and other leaders share not only their success stories - but their advice for business leaders focused on business growth. You’re going to hear real stories from real people all in 15-25 minutes time - perfect for your commute. On this podcast, your host, Josh Elledge encourages entrepreneurs to share not only their expertise but ...
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'Scaling Through Structure' is more than just a podcast; it's a strategic ally for Directors and VPs in the B2B realm who are navigating the complexities of scaling their businesses. Born from the need to address the unique challenges you face – from revamping your marketing strategies to optimizing your tech stack – this podcast is your guide to turning potential setbacks into your greatest successes. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply at https://podcast.atakinteractive.com/pod ...
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Welcome to MODELS OF MASTERS. I'm Michael Becker. I'm an author, startup founder, and tech entrepreneur. I began my career with a global data warehousing company where I helped lead to a $90M acquisition in 2016. After that, I became content hire #1 at a top call center software startup. Then, I moved to Emarsys where I launched a branded media hub and helped led to a $500M acquisition by SAP in 2019. Around that time, I underwent a massive spiritual awakening which changed the trajectory of ...
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I'm sharing a snippet from a recent interview I did on Josh Elledge's podcast to promote CONTENT CAPITALIST. We chat on the changing marketing landscape. ============ 📖 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗠𝗬 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞: https://t.ly/ioHGR -------------------------------- 🎓 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧 𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗬 (𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘): https://t.ly/u0Dk5 -------------------------------- 🎧 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗪𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧 - 𝗡𝗘𝗢𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗘'…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO Advisor and Founder of Quantum Evolution Corp, Mariana Lacombe. Mariana Lacombe, founder and CEO of Evolve with Quantum, specializes in helping CEO founders enhance their profits and net worth. Her unique approach combines personal growth with business succes…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Co-Founder of The Folson Group, Tina Larsson. Tina Larsson, co-founder of The Folson Group, explored the complexities of HOA, co-op, and condo boards. Her insights proved invaluable to those managing or residing in these communities. Tina and her team specialize in…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Co-Founder of Kingdom Marketing, William Reagan. William Reagan, co-founder of Kingdom Marketing, provided an in-depth exploration of his journey in marketing and entrepreneurship. During the discussion, he recounted the founding of Kingdom Marketing, highlightin…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO of Custom Creatives, Rahul Alim. Rahul Alim, the founder of GSD (Get Stuff Done) and president of Custom Creatives, embarked on a journey that transformed him into a leader within the digital marketing industry. His agency, Custom Creatives, was established wit…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO of Infragistics, Dean Guida. Dean Guida discussed the limitations and challenges of perseverance, leadership nuances, and the elements essential for a successful entrepreneurial career. Dean Guida, who is also the author of the book "When Grit is Not Enough,"…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder of Abogados Now, Hugo Gomez. Hugo's journey commenced with the launch of Abogados Now, a platform aimed at Spanish digital marketing for attorneys, designed to connect legal services with the growing Hispanic market in the United States. He then expanded …
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO of Simplero, Calvin Correli. Simplero is a platform designed to streamline the use of multiple tools needed to operate a business. Calvin discussed how coaches, course creators, and members of the info business community often manage up to nine different platfo…
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In this exclusive workshop taken from my first eLearning program, 7-figure entrepreneur Anton Wisbiski shares stories, principles and mental frameworks he learned going form rock bottom to consistent $50k months. Anton dives into the two factors that determine, more than anything else, how much abundance you can create in your life. These include: …
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO of RELENTLESS Venture Studio LLC, Alex Minicucci. Alex introduced the concept of Relentless Venture Studio as a partner that provides more than financial support. They offer a comprehensive package that includes financial management, sales process development…
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This episode is an exclusive sneak peak from my new eLearning academy that I just launched in tandem with my upcoming book, CONTENT CAPITALIST. 📌 Key Takeaways: Have a "disruptor" mindset; aim to bring more value in a more economical, scalable way than others When you "go meta" on an industry, you encompass and invalidate all prior iterations of a …
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO of Criya, Deboshree Dutta. Personal branding is essential for professional success. Deb explored this topic in-depth, focusing on the importance of a personal website. She discussed how Criya's AI-driven platform simplifies the creation of a compelling online p…
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In this episode, I break down eight marketing and growth principles for business. They include the following: · Delay gratification. Invest in audience, content, and long-term brand equity over vanity metrics or quick cash-outs. · Give more than you get. Maximize consumer surplus to encourage word-of-mouth and grow CLTV. · Attention & trust compoun…
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Pricing strategy can make or break a company. In this episode, I explain why it's best to compete on value and brand but not on price; I share why premium pricing is often the most effective strategy, especially if you're going after more affluent buyers; and I compare different models for both high-ticket investments along with monthly membership …
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO of Jake Stahl Consulting, Jake Stahl. Jake Stahl's role as a fractional chief learning officer provides a strategic advantage for companies that value employee development but lack the resources for a full-time CLO. His method offers access to high-level lear…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO of MJ Media Group, LLC, Marilyn Jenkins. Marilyn Jenkins provided insights into the transformative effects of media and branding. With extensive experience, she highlighted the importance of creating a compelling brand narrative that connects with the audience …
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The Content Continuum is not only the most accurate but also the most mutually-beneficial model for both company and customer. In this episode, I chat with Hernan on The Business Bros Podcast to share my new model for modern marketers. Whereas a quick sale was the goal before, the new strategy is built to house and help as large an audience as poss…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with Business Futurist and Executive Sustainability Officer, Tabitha Scott. The conversation with Tabitha A. Scott, a distinguished business futurist, change advisor, and bestselling author, unfolded her significant contributions to business strategy and personal developm…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Creator of Focused Funnel Builders, Matt Peet. Matt highlighted the importance of video storytelling not only for capturing personal milestones but also as a vital tool for business engagement. He pointed out that through authentic storytelling, businesses can crea…
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It's time to move to a distributed brand newsroom. An emergent opportunity for entrepreneurs building companies is to decentralize the content function by moving to what I call a participatory publishing model. Here, your entire team is responsible for content (not one or two marketing people). In a creator-centric model, the system constraint is t…
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In this episode, I offer thoughts on connected technologies like brain computer interfaces and explain why I cofounded a non-invasive BCI company focused on adaptive content experiences that use EEG data to guide the content you receive (and how you receive it) on your device. ============ 📖 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗠𝗬 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞: https://t.ly/ioHGR -------------------------…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Owner of LABOV, Barry LaBov. Barry, the owner of Labov and Beyond, has established himself in the competitive marketing communications industry. His journey to success involved overcoming numerous challenges and achieving significant milestones, making his story …
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Your host, Austin LaRoche, talks with the Partner and CMO of Chief Outsiders, Rob Talbot. Rob began by emphasizing the critical importance of looking beyond the surface-level marketing issues to understand the broader challenges affecting a company. He stressed that to develop a comprehensive strategy, one must focus on insights, customers, channel…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Author & CEO of Acquisitions4you, Marc Adams. Marc Adams highlighted the crucial phase of due diligence as a decisive factor in the success or failure of potential buyers. He emphasized the importance of focusing on financial audits, legal compliance, and cultura…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founder & CEO of Penn Coaching & Consulting, Dave Pennington. Dave Pennington emphasizes the critical role of focusing on individuals within organizations, observing that enabling employees to excel in their roles can catalyze significant growth across the entire c…
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In this episode, I explain how humans are poised to evolve with, and, ultimately, through technology. I share how my view on technological mergence has shifted 180-degrees from where I was three or four years ago. The transhumanist dystopia many are fearful about is only one (and a very unlikely) scenario. The truth is that ascension—a divine and s…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Owner of Geoff Welch Consulting, Geoff Welch. Geoff Welch specializes in assisting midlife small business owners, recognizing that while their businesses may appear successful on the surface, the owners often feel overwhelmed by their responsibilities, feeling mo…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Author Daniel Den. Daniel, a fellow Floridian, developed a methodology he terms the X-Factor Effect, aimed at transforming the approach businesses take to stand out in their markets. This approach emphasizes differentiation beyond mere competition on pricing or eng…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Co-Founder of YoungCaesar, Kristiyan Uzunchev. Kristiyan's entrepreneurial spirit shone through as he recounted his early foray into the world of digital marketing. Hailing from Bulgaria, he quickly realized the potential of his business endeavors, leading him to…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Co-Founder of Smart Author® Media, Chris Benetti. Chris pointed out that podcasts and books are the best business lead sources. They create deep, meaningful relationships and provide immense value. A book allows you to share your expertise and methodologies in a wa…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Co-Founder of Airtight Concepts Inc., Maiko Sakai. Maiko's story is as fascinating as it is inspiring. Born and raised in Japan, she made her way to the United States with a passion for music, working with record labels and even shredding the guitar in a Guns N' …
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Your host, Austin LaRoche, talks with the Global Credibility Expert, Author, Keynote Speaker, and Consultant, Mitchell Levy. Mitchell's journey is nothing short of remarkable. With 35 years in Silicon Valley, he has been at the forefront of innovation, founding multiple companies and even serving on the board of a NASDAQ-listed firm. His secret? A …
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO & Founder Coach of Sorgenfrei ApS, Peter Sorgenfrei. Peter Sorgenfrei is a seasoned entrepreneur and coach intimately familiar with the solitary path of a founder. With six companies and clients in seven countries, Peter's extensive experience ranges from a p…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Co-Founder of Empire Partners, Brook Bishop. Empire Partners is committed to transforming skilled individuals into profitable business owners. Brook Bishop and his team specialize in guiding those who have monetized their message, assisting them in marketing, sal…
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I was recently selected to participate in Antler's Spring '24 MENAP cohort, their first in Dubai. Getting invited into Antler as a founder is statistically more difficult to do than gaining acceptance into Harvard. For context, Antler accepts about 3% of applicants across their 12 global locations, and the acceptance rate for their MENAP arm is eve…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder of TANDA Digital, Tudor Dumitrescu. Tudor Dumitrescu and his company, Tanda Digital, are at the forefront of helping businesses scale their relationships, especially in the B2B sector. One of the key takeaways from our conversation was the importance of p…
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Content is changing, and consumers are changing how they consume it. In this episode, I explain how to parlay personal brands to scale your company, how to enroll employees in creating and sharing, and how to shift to a distributed branded newsroom. This episode is best for startup founders or sole proprietors. ============ 📖 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗠𝗬 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞: https://t…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with theCEO & Founder of Elumynt, LLC, William Harris. William Harris has highlighted the critical need to shift focus to the bottom line. He pointed out that chasing top-line revenue only sometimes equates to increased profitability and can sometimes have the opposite ef…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Chief Executive Officer of Custom Box Agency, Mark Stern. Mark Stern and his team at Custom Box Agency have mastered the art of enhancing the customer journey. They believe you can unlock a world of possibilities by genuinely understanding the path you ask your c…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO of Execute to Win, Lee Benson. Lee introduced us to his MIND methodology, an acronym for Most Important Number and Drivers. This approach is a game-changer in how organizations set goals and drive value creation. Traditional goal-setting methods often fail to f…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder & President of Leader's Edge, HR Huntsman. HR Huntsman's approach to business growth is both strategic and holistic. He understands that for businesses to scale, they need to develop strong leadership and cohesive teams. One of the key insights HR shared …
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founder & Principal of MIK Architecture, Matias Daroch. Matias Daroch is a name that has become synonymous with luxury and elegance in the architectural realm. His firm, MIK Architecture, has been at the forefront of designing opulent homes that not only exude styl…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founder & Chairman of Academic Technology Ventures, Inc., Corey Park. Corey shared the pivotal moments that led to the creation of this groundbreaking company. ATV is a testament to Corey's unwavering commitment to bridging the gap between academic research and rea…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO & Investor of Build Grow Scale, Matthew Stafford. As the CEO of Build Grow Scale, Matthew and his team are committed to refining the path from a customer's initial website visit to the final purchase or lead submission. Their expertise covers e-commerce, member…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Principal & Owner of Stan Gibson Speaks, Stan Gibson. Stan Gibson is a leadership consultant who has dedicated his life to empowering others. As the founder and CEO of Stan Gibson Speaks, he has carved out a niche for himself in the industry, guiding individuals …
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Accountant, Ashley Chamberlain. Ashley Chamberlain is not just an entrepreneur; she's a beacon of clarity in the often murky waters of business finance. Her company's mission is to illuminate the financial path for business owners, helping them understand their c…
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO & Founder of The Delforge Group LTD, Valerie Delforge. Valerie Delforge is just the founder and CEO of The Delforge Group. She's a visionary who has carved a niche in the consulting world, guiding business owners toward exponential growth. Although rooted in …
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In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO of Powerhouse Leaders, Stephana Johnson. Stephana opened up about her personal journey, which has marked exposure to high-stress, high-performance environments. She witnessed firsthand the toll such pressure can take on individuals, shaping her belief in the …
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