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Digital Entrepreneurship We are currently thriving in a digital age. Where marketing costs have become more and more affordable, and the entrepreneurial dream has become a reality. Creativity and authenticity is the new strategy, and all of this can be done through digital entrepreneurship. What is digital entrepreneurship? Basically, just how it sounds, in broad
Sergio was born in Madrid, Spain, and at a tender age of 15, he was determined enough to abandon his home to serve his need to know the world. After progressing in multiple countries, many jobs and ventures settled in Los Angeles, California where he now stays with his wife and 3 daughters. In addition
Five tools that actually move the needle on Instagram growth — best-time-to-post analytics, hashtag research, editing, and engagement tracking.
For those who don’t know, Blake Linder is a 17 year old full-time highschool student that runs a successful sneaker/streetwear YouTube channel. The content he creates is based on his love for filmmaking and his love for the culture of sneakers and fashion. Being from Los Angeles, Blake takes to the streets in every video
Instagram Stories has proven itself as a marketing powerhouse, and knowing how to make your stories ads engaging is crucial.
t’s every company’s dream to create one video – one amazing, funny, unexpected, shocking, minute-long video – that becomes as viral as that infamous Dollar Shave Club video or as laugh-out-loud funny as good ol’ Chuck Testa. Try as you might, we all know viral fame isn’t as easy to achieve as we’d like, especially
It is always my pleasure to showcase and highlight entrepreneurs who are leaving normal behind. Jared Goetz is one of those individuals. As many of you know, the mission of Leave Normal Behind is to influence the world in a positive way by inspiring others to become the best version of themselves, give back, and
Social media is one tricky option under investment. Everyone is well-aware of it to be useful but the returns are not always that obvious. You can always see traffic just coming in but you do not have to know what traffic comes and from where. All the other available returns, the less tangible ones of
When Nick Covey established his brand called Creture, he wanted one single thing. He wanted to bring out the authenticity in others. Many of us wonder what authenticity really means. It is the way you think, act, and walk through life. It is the representation of yourself in the world. It is staying true to
I recently interviewed 19 year old Joey Preston, CEO of Digital Performance, a digital agency based out of Chicago, Illinois. Hey Joey, tell me what you do, where you’re from, and how old you are? Joey Preston: I run a full service digital marketing agency that specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization called
You might have been from a family where money was always a problem. It was the main initiative for you to start a business of your own and becoming a successful entrepreneur. For that, studying from the best business school in country is not enough. You need money and that calls for proper planning and
According to Statista, there are over 1.92 billion digital buyers in the world. Thus the time to start an e-commerce business has never been better! And thanks to social media these buyers are just a few clicks away from you. Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, SnapChat are like fairs (or Comicon) or concerts which
We caught up with Zach Salter– serial entrepreneur and musical extraordinaire on the upcoming release of his R&B project “Sweet Talker 2”. A natural gift for singing and a voice that captivates the hearts and ears of millions, it’s no surprise that this young soul has been making waves in the music world; he’s been
In this series, we interview the world’s most interesting entrepreneurs. Today, we caught up with Marcia Reece from StayWell Copper. 1) Please tell our audience about your entrepreneurial journey so far. Bring us up to date! It’s been a wild ride… I’ve spent my career creating new products and bringing them to the marketplace. Do
Can you tell me the story of your prior successes, challenges, and major responsibilities? My challenges are enormous. I grew up in abject poverty in a family plagued by mental illness. My grandfather, who carried my same name, Roy Huff, fought in Korea but suffered PTSD (they called it shell shocked then) as well as
Yes, people still want to jump into the e-commerce space but why? It is because they see how well others are doing in it. But, what they don’t know is how those individuals got there, how they managed to create a successful e-commerce business because from the outside looking in it seems fairly easy. It
I was able to talk to Jack Deezl who is a Public Figure, Artist, Lyricist, DJ, hype man, US Army Combat Veteran, and security guard. He has worked with & provided security for several verified & reputable artists in the music and hip hop industry. Deezl is the founder of Smash Heights Association. Built on
Recently I interviewed Amanda Byrd, Christos Nicolaidis, Mitch Mulanix and John Grimm who are the founders of Philter. Philter is revolutionizing the way others vape because it is much cleaner and better for the environment. By doing this they are building a bridge between vapers and non-vapers. You will be able to vape without judgement
Best-selling author of The 7 Intuitive Laws of Employee Loyalty and founder of Customer Fanatix, Heather R. Younger, J.D., gave a keynote at Harvard Business Review’s HBR Brasil Week held in Sao Paulo during April 8-11.
Share your background with me and tell me how you became an internet star. Back in 2018, I was attending college. My life was totally different back then. I was actually at university studying to become a doctor, but it didn’t take long for me to admit that my heart wasn’t in it. Once I
So Aaron, can you tell me the story of your prior successes, challenges, and major responsibilities? Outside of my business, one of my biggest wins in life was beating out 20,000 people who had applied for the same full-time firefighter position as me. I’ve also landed a job at Microsoft, and I’ve been successful in
Omar Wala, has began building a legacy that will have him remembered amongst the titans of New York real estate. A deep seeded member of the Brooklyn Community, Omar has always been surrounded by success. His grandfather started Brisa Builders Corporation close to two decades ago and was responsible for numerous urban construction sites. It
Digital content is continually evolving in the age of the Internet, and marketing strategies need to adapt in parallel. As e-commerce continues its unprecedented surge in growth, social media platforms become embedded with online brands, and new mediums emerge for reaching consumer audiences, SEO and growth strategies will play an increasingly prominent role in online
Rob had most of his life in order and was successful in many different areas. He had what most people only dream of – a solid family life, a great career, great friendships and lots of hobbies. The only thing Rob didn’t have in order was his health. Rob, however, decided not to be held
It is projected that by the year 2030 at least 50% of the United States will be obese. Not just overweight but obese. This is a real epidemic that’s happening right before our eyes in our own country and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. With fast food on every corner and
Jacob Sapochnick is one of the most accomplished lawyers of today. He started out as a one-man team with a company no one has heard about and turned it into a twenty-plus team of experts. You may be wondering how he began the business and what he did to get there. Let’s take a look
Well, you might think you know what life in the military consists of, but wait until you are there. In the military, nothing comes easy. Having been in the military for long enough, Jonathan Hawkins knew better than to expect results without having to work hard for them. In the real estate industry, there are
In this series, we feature the work of the world’s rising stars in entrepreneurship. Today we caught up with Jason Greer, whose consulting firm is focussed on improving labor relations via diversity training. Future Sharks: Tell us your backstory. How did your journey as an entrepreneur get started? Jason Greer: I am a former Board
What’s your backstory? I’ve built a social media marketing business that has generated multiple eight figures in client revenue. Yet I am not a marketer. In fact, I cannot stand the majority of people who identify as marketers with the “laptop lifestyle,” taking pictures in front of their supercars as if that has anything to
Growing up in Hawaii, Jake had his falls as he was the stand out kid being the tall white kid. He also was quite chubby growing up which led to other kids picking on him. Not being convinced this is what he is stuck with, and also being bullied every now and then, he chose
Jerome Clarah is an entrepreneur, an influencer a renowned public figure, valuing journey more than the destination and a flourishing investor. He enjoyed financial success in the real estate industry through smart investments. He has been a thriving influence marketer with an inclination towards supporting others. He also trades in the Forex foreign exchange market
What’s your backstory? If there was a senior superlative for least likely to succeed that would be Justin. With a 1.7 GPA, his dad in jail, and his mom in the middle of a 20 year opioid addiction which she later lost, all signs pointed to a rough road for Justin. At 19 years old
For the past couple of years, Radwan Omar who manages a network of Facebook pages with more than 30 million combined followers has earned his entertainment company, Femanji a level of popularity typically associated with one of the biggest media publishers. Radwan Omar is ready to fully concentrate on Femanji and strengthening its online presence,
Beware of the signs of burnout in your employees. They will be hunched over their computers, chugging another cup of coffee to stop their eyelids from drooping. They will casually complain about their sleep deprivation. They will look like they are barely keeping it together. When you notice these red flags, you need to re-evaluate
In the growing world of social media marketing influencers are finding creative new ways to benefit from their network of followers. Instagram simply started off as a way for people to share pictures with their friends, however, some influencers have found a way to use it for much much more. (Picture from @Delicious) By building
Recently, I had the pleasure of interviewing Frank Laufer, the founder of Alternative Business Accommodations (ABA). What is your Company? How did you come up with the idea? Can you tell us a story about what brought you to this specific career path? As a serial entrepreneur it is important for your business to constantly
Jake Croman is an emerging entrepreneur and co-founder of The Eddie Croman Foundation, a nonprofit charity which financially assists the medical expenses of underserved families with ill or disabled dogs and pets. As a subsidiary of the larger nonprofit organization, Frankie’s Friends, The Eddie Croman Fund has raised thousands of dollars for animal health and
Believing in yourself is easier said than done, but one man puts that very aspect at the heart of everything he does. Serial entrepreneur Matt Wien has built companies in the technology, music, and digital marketing industries. Currently, he is the VP of Holonis, Inc., a company working to shift the way people make money
We had a chance to interview Franklin Hatchett, a well-known ecommerce expert who has been a rockstar and a mentor to many ecommerce enterprises and runs an online dropshipping program. How long have you been in the business of helping ecommerce retailers for? What have your platform/company goals been? I have been helping ecommerce retailers
Austin, Texas. Denver, Colorado. Erie, Pennsylvania? Yes, it’s true. Located just east of Cleveland and just north of Pittsburgh, Erie is home to a growing number of startups, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders working hard to make the city of nearly 100,000 a hub of innovation. While the city’s and region’s manufacturing roots remain critical to
While many people veer off-track during young adulthood, far less turn their lives around and go on to establish multi-million dollar businesses. Nik Robbins belongs in this exceedingly small group. While in his teens, Nik became involved in the misuse of substances such as drugs and alcohol. Within a short period of time, Nik found
1. How did Zoetic start ?(tell us a little bit about yourselves also) Zoetic started when Skyler and I got tired of people being weird even when we were some of the top producers at our companies. With one company I even got fired even though I had the highest sales numbers for the month. We were
Sometimes the motivation for taking the leap of faith into the life of entrepreneurship stems from personal experiences and the desire to improve something. That’s precisely what happened to Irene Barrera, the founder of Stay Lean With Irene. “I have always had a passion for fitness but what really inspired me to pursue a career
36-year-old Jeff Fenster is the founder and CEO of the revolutionary craft superfood chain, Everbowl, founded in 2016. Everbowl specializes in providing flavorful and affordable superfoods that are served in great portions through an ingenious model dubbed, “create your own” superfood bowls. In April 2019, the company was named among Top 40 Hottest Startups in
At 26, Ross Johnson runs two highly profitable businesses, generating 7 figures in revenue each. He built both from scratch — with no network, no outside funding, and no paid advertising. But only 2 years ago, he had 28 dollars to his name, thousands in debt, and a business that failed before it could get
Bio: Martin Moore is a Commercial/Lifestyle Photographer and Filmmaker based out of Milwaukee, WI, USA. Location: Milwaukee, WI, USA Quote: “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” – Mae West Social: Twitter Instagram Facebook YouTube Website So your story is pretty inspiring, tell us how you went from working
Guest Author: Ola Ayeni It’s no secret: The Silicon Prairie has a workforce problem. It isn’t just us, either. Employers across America can’t find enough qualified workers. With a historically low unemployment rate, qualified, talented workers aren’t just sitting in front of a screen browsing ZipRectuiter and CareerBuilder. This talent shortage hasn’t gone unnoticed by
Thanks to technology, the way consumers interact with products and services have changed tremendously in the past few years. Recent studies show that consumers now prefer shopping online and conduct research online for products or services before buying. This means effectively engaging consumers on digital platforms is key to the success of any business. One
