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Sometimes there are people in life that much isn’t expected from. From failing early on or not meeting the standards of traditional “success,” these individuals may actually have incredible potential that hasn’t been unlocked. Jimmy Bennett is one of those people. Jimmy is a thriving serial entrepreneur and the founder of Simply Success Academy. He
Nick Jordan is an entrepreneur and founder of Workello, a new startup that helps ambitious startups hire remote roles. With a background in SEO, Nick drove 4 projects from 0 to 100k organic visitors/month, with the biggest one generating 1.5m. Now he helps others get the same results City where you’re from: Seattle Favorite quote:
“Serenity is not freedom from the storm, but peace amid the storm.” -S A Jefferson Wright In the busy and chaotic whirlwind of life, peace of mind might seem like a friend one rarely gets a chance to catch up with. Peacefulness can be described as inner calm that refers to an internal state of
Preparing for your new ecommerce business launch is exciting. What pre-launch checklist items are top priorities for brands in this competitive market? Here’s a shortlist of 5 to add to your action plan: 1. Become obsessed with your target audience You can’t sell products to an audience you know nothing about. You can be
AM/FM still owns most sports-audio time, but podcasts and video are eating discovery. Here's the 2026 data and what it means for fans, media, and brands.
Ever wondered why singing is such a strong social bonding tool? Most of us are exposed to music from the time we are born, often through lullabies, and throughout our lives, from graduations to weddings to funerals. Something about music seems to bring people closer together and help communities unite. There’s no denying that humans
When we launched Future Sharks we envisioned it to be a place where entrepreneurs could find useful information regarding starting a business, growing social media accounts, and reading about the stories behind the people that are doing it. To get one step closer to that mission, we decided to open up our contributor section so that
As the world around us keeps changing, with it comes unforeseen problems that need innovative modern solutions. Companies that come up with solutions that embrace and adapt to changing times are the ones that flourish and are worth investing in. Here are five fast-rising spaces for entrepreneurism and investment. 1. Education Technology Education technology, or
This jewellery company takes a steady approach to sustainability by setting a vision for generations to come. In a kaleidoscopic world with constantly evolving fashion trends, creating a brand that sparks steady interest cannot be easy. Yet, IVAR by Ritika Ravi, a fine jewellery brand from India, takes inspiration from the laidback Maldivian lifestyle and
“Every moment of your life is a second chance.” – Rick Price Everyone on this planet is narrating a unique story about who they are and what they can achieve in life. The stories people tell can be nostalgic and reminders of the pain they might have experienced in the past. Still, they can also
Since the pandemic grasped the world in early 2020, statistics in all kinds of facets and forms shot up or declined as people were forced to find ways to cope with self-isolation. For many, podcasting became a positive solution to spend spare time whether it be through listening to one or launching one. Consider a
The presentation of a brand talks volumes about its core values, success, and the ideas it represents. However, like the world, ideas are constantly evolving. When the core values of a brand change, the representation also changes. Rebranding the identity can help bring the brand into new times. Having been through the process with her
“To be an effective leader, you need to know what you don’t know. We need to focus our time on what we don’t know and don’t see, which is an incredibly important quality for any leadership position.” – Katina Stefanova, CEO and CIO of Marto Capital.” How Katina Stefanova began with her journey in the
At the end of the day, the financials are most important for the vast majority of businesses. A well-run company should have a financial plan, and there are several strategies for developing your business’ financial goals. Consult the Owners Things will be different if you work for a massive publicly traded company versus a small
The Man Behind Rosemont Partners In 2016, the idea for Rosemont Partners was brought to life, and the company was simply born from Bowers’ professional experience within the corporate services and trustee industry. Jason foresaw a good future with the on-boarding of a client within the first month of operations with whom Rosemont Partners still
If there is one thing entrepreneurs have in common, it’s that they are all willing to try. The entrepreneurial mind gravitates towards ideas, creativity, and a will to turn an idea into an enterprise. Andrew Duplessie has these qualities in spades. “It’s tough to summarize my journey as an entrepreneur. All I can say for
At only 23 years old, Tyler Poteet has already jump started his life into a success story. At the age of just 16 years old, the young entrepreneur started a T-shirt company called Killer Instinx with his best friend in high school. Tyler began his career in marketing at only 18 years old, with the
As President and CEO of IFCJ, Yael Eckstein oversees all ministry programs and serves as the international spokesperson. Prior to assuming her present role, Yael served as Global Executive Vice President, Senior Vice President, and Director of Program Development and Ministry Outreach. With over a decade of non-profit experience in multiple roles, Yael has the rare
Dan Herron is the former pastor of Hope Presbyterian Church, a gospel-centered church community for Bloomington, Indiana, and Indiana University. Dan Herron was turned to Jesus in 1997 while an undergrad at Illinois State University. In 2000, he graduated and married his wife, Erica, who he had been dating since high school. They moved to
In the heart of New York City, where the very best in the Jewellery industry converge on the infamous 5th avenue, there’s still plenty of room for newcomers. Located in Manhattan’s Little Italy, Vladdy’s Diamonds is one of those newcomers. Boasting a hard-hitting celebrity clientele, and bold, highly customised work, Vladdy’s diamonds represents a new
By its very nature, pop art has always been defined by its willingness to lock horns with established norms, think outside of the box, constantly innovate, and reimagine what is possible. Since its birth in the mid-1950s and coming of age in the 1960s, pop art has appealed to an audience that was left in
Toronto-based company Ayurcann Holdings Corp. continues to dominate the Canadian cannabis industry by showing an increase in revenues more than ten-fold. Ayurcann’s fiscal year ended on June 30, where the company reported an increase in revenue valuing over seven-million dollars. That’s 1,149 percent over their 2020 fiscal year. The company has reported substantial
Zee Cohen-Sanchez and Amani Wells-Onyioha innovate a revolutionary political startup called Sole Strategies Sole Strategies, a team of political experts and activists, is spread across the U.S. Despite working remotely, Sole’s staff exhibits tight camaraderie. Operations Director Amani Wells-Onyioha kicks off weekly meetings with team builders, and Zee Cohen-Sanchez, founder and executive director, focuses on
Starting and launching any entrepreneurial venture is inherently daunting. Challenges and barriers can often arise faster and in greater numbers than opportunities are unlocked, and with as many as 9 in every 10 businesses failing within 10 years from the time they are started, it’s little wonder why so many entrepreneurs end up never seeing
AI campaigns, retail media, CTV, the cookie reversal, and the measurement reckoning. The 8 digital advertising trends that decide where your 2026 budget goes.
Is now a good time to invest in housing? According to real estate expert Gary Nash, it depends. “Residential real estate activity will depend a lot on local market conditions. Most major cities nationwide saw a general decline in real estate activity at the beginning of the year. But there will be other areas–likely those
“Wise musicians are those who play what they can master.” – Duke Ellington Music has been food for the soul for time immemorial. It is one of those art forms where the artist can connect with the audience without even speaking directly to them. Over the last few years, the music industry has experienced insane
Vacations are exciting and many individuals love to travel in their free time. Carmen Edelson turned her love of travel into a thriving travel blog, Carmen’s Luxury Travel. On her blog, Carmen shares reviews of travel destinations. Carmen’s Luxury Travel stands apart from other travel blogs. Unlike other blogs that focus on budget-friendly trips
Based in Los Angeles, California, Gilberto Rosas is one of the leading referral marketing experts in the country today. Backed by over 7 years of experience in professional marketing, he has already achieved success in 30+ States and counting. Gilberto Rosas has a philosophy on life. He believes that living is the most important part
Brain Ngo has over 10 years of experience in Real Estate working in South Brooklyn and Staten Island. Now, he has a large media presence where he explains what he does through videos and posts. To better understand what it’s like to work in real estate and what it takes to be successful, Brian explains
Spontaneity is not everyone’s game when it comes to tattoos, but when you’re Miami tattoo artist Marlon Cubero, aka Tatu Panda, it’s the best part. Having tatted up everyone from social media celebrities to rappers, YouTubers to Latin icons, Panda’s work has taken on a form all of it’s own – a culture in itself
I get it, you have exciting dreams and big goals to achieve, but do you have all the energy, desire, and motivation you need to achieve them? This is what happens to most people – they lack a strong and burning desire to achieve whatever they want in life. Juris Bruvers is a social media
Aaron Rian is an American Business Professional and Active investor based out of Portland, Oregon. In Aarons impressive career, he has successfully grew a company to a 100 million valuation and exited, sold billions of dollars real estate and trained and employed thousands of professionals. Starting out his career as a real estate developer Aaron
With a passionate heart and soul to effect positive changes, Christopher Saint makes use of various means to make these changes happen. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and a Master’s degree in Communication Management from the University of Southern California. At the age of 32, he has launched several companies, all of
Bradley Drake is the founder of Lux Watch Supply, a company based in the United Kingdom that has spent the last few years putting high-end luxury timepieces on the wrists of his clients for less than 1% of their retail cost. Sounds too good to be true? Bradley has revolutionized the premium raffle sector, meaning
Today’s workforce is increasingly diverse, or rather it is now more openly diverse, as more companies strive to provide an inclusive and safe workplace for employees, regardless of their se-xual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race or social background. Fulfilling the human right for individuals to feel supported and equal, has been proven to result
Samuel Leeds is one of the UK’s most renowned property developers and entrepreneurs who has been making six-figures on big property deals and has a hundred million pounds worth of property development deals in the pipeline. His company “Property Investors” was founded mainly to train people on property investing and has some intensive courses and
It takes a certain amount of determination and drive to make your passions and dreams a reality. When starting ACI Dynamix, Bryce Atkas had his faith and determination behind him, and now sees himself operating one of the busiest auto body shops on the east coast. Offering full-service auto work, Bryce Atkas has built his
Wayne Zhou is one of the brilliant minds behind Prospes Real Estate Corps and began his real estate career by helping his family manage properties in Queens and Brooklyn. With a degree in Accounting, Business, and Finance from Baruch College coupled with over 4 years of hands-on experience in his family-owned business, making the transition
Elie Zeschkowski is a talented entrepreneur and businessman. His company, Elyzée Events is one of the leading companies in the events and concierge services industry. He is here to tell us about his business and why it’s quickly climbing up the ladder of success. Tell us about your business. Elyzée Events Agency first appeared
Jason Alvarez-Cohen is a name that people should begin to get used to hearing. With the start of his own business, Popl, Jason Alvarez-Cohen is someone that many people want to be like. Jason completed his studies at the University of California, Los Angeles, after growing up in Berkeley, California. He grew interested in the
Travis Steffen wears many hats. Today, he is perhaps most popularly known as the CEO of GrowFlow Corp., a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company aimed at helping hemp and cannabis startups with compliance, inventory management, and scaling. Before he settled into his role in GrowFlow, Steffen kept himself busy with learning everything he could about entrepreneurship. After
We are often awestruck with celebrity photos from various locations across the globe. Such pictures gives everyone a feel of the place through photos. There are numerous influencers who traveled from place to place for their destination photoshoots. It not just give them a good experience but also gives a good treat to their fans.
Sales are the lifeblood of business. It is impossible to sustain a company without them. And in our rapidly-evolving world full of ever more advanced technology, social media has become a vital tool in the hunt for sales. Instagram has become the biggest platform of all. Seemingly every business has a profile these days. And
For most people, a time will come when they’re expected to choose between employment and entrepreneurship. While the majority of young adults who find themselves in that situation will go the employment route, some few outliers will opt for entrepreneurship and wealth creation. Entrepreneurship will always be the more difficult and torrid path to take,
While it can be said most people probably did things like learning to tie-dye or bake banana bread during the first part of quarantine, Rising Midwestern hip-hop artist Aundre Myles decided to grow his business to foster and develop musical talent. Putting the focus on the music, the hard work, and the talent has put
“Like all good actor origin stories, this one started in the 4th grade”. Jeffrey Marshall laughed about tackling his debut acting performance of a flower-loving bull in “Ferdinand the Bull.”. He never imagined that four decades later, his love of acting would take him to significantly more frightening pursuits than smelling flowers. Today, Jeffrey can
Social media has been a game-changer for many industries with the rise of technology. It allows for free advertising and direct interaction with customers, something that businesses once only dreamed about. Social media expert Ariel Carr has successfully leveraged the potential of social media to not only make a comfortable income for herself but also
