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The definition of a successful sports agent is someone with great clients. Recruiting and signing them is a skill every sports agent must master. Players in college football are coming to decision point this month regarding the agents who will represent them for the 2017 NFL Draft process. There are almost 1,000 NFLPA certified agents
Many people shy away from acquiring businesses, thinking it’s far more expensive than starting up your own. However, acquiring businesses actually will take you just as much money and time as starting a business from scratch – and, it’s less risky, because starting a fresh new startup may not have the customer validation or recognition
Although the technology in self-driving trucks is in its early stages of development, breakthroughs have become increasingly recurrent. Self-driving highway stunts from companies in the self-driving truck industry were reported recently through mainstream media. Plus.ai recently debuted its current progress in this technology by delivering 40,000 pounds of butter across the united states. The journey
With the rise of ad blockers, DVRs, and streaming music we don’t see as many ads as we used to; which is why influencer marketing is now the most effective form of advertising. Influencers have a loyal following, authenticity, and trustworthiness making them so effective in persuading consumers to buy a product. Karis, born
Maximus Yaney is a disruptor, entrepreneur, engineer, and avid inventor. A serial dreamer and company builder, we were eager to sit down with him and discuss his outlook on picking the right people to bring into your business. “Before he left on his famous Antarctic expedition, explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton took out a brief newspaper
It is news to nobody how destructive addiction can be. It can destroy not just lives, but all a human’s potential. Their relationships, the lives they touch, and their contributions to the world’s progress at large. Ryan Montgomery knows this better than most. It is not an exaggeration to say that the Pennsylvania-born was one
We all have that moment of just not wanting or not being able to go to the gym. Let’s face it: sometimes it is simply difficult to make the journey to get there, be it because of traffic or distance or not having gas money, or other reasons. For those of us who have experienced
The natural changes your body goes through as you age can leave you feeling fatigued. Unfortunately, while we can’t stop time, we might be able to slow the changes our bodies go through. Creating customized anti-aging treatment plans and beauty solutions are a major focus of the medical practice of Azza Halim, MD, a board-certified
Why is it that dating nowadays is so much more complex than it was a generation ago? That’s the question that set off Elsa Moreck, an Austin based Millennial Dating Coach, on a quest for answers. After a summer hiatus across Europe and a detour in the middle east, Elsa noticed similar trends in millennial
When Cristine Sanchez-Cañete first started her business she had only $600 dollars in her pocket. She had to choose to either pay her rent for the month or be late in paying, and instead invest in an office to start her business. At that time, she was pregnant, married, and had no income. This motivated
Alyssa Shah is a sophomore at The Dalton School in New York City. She is passionate about using her technical skills for social good. Alyssa was one of 20 applicants selected to attend Dartmouth Institute for Security, Technology, and Society summer program and one of 30 selected to participate in the National Security Agency and
How It Began Over the years, Justin Grome learned a lot about himself including that most of the world revolves around money. Justin was fortunate enough to receive a Canon T3 camera for one Christmas when he was 11. Back around that time, Instagram was just starting to get popular so he used his newly
Robert Martinez is the owner of Rockstar Capital, a multifamily investment and property management company that owns and operates twenty-three apartment communities across Texas totalling 3,870 units with a portfolio valued in excess at $348 million. At Rockstar Capital, Robert and his team work build their marketing strategies through story-telling, something you can’t find anywhere else in the
Jessica Halmaghi is a twenty-one-year-old senior at Michigan State University. She is also the Founder and CEO of Smile 4 Kids, a 501(c)-3 non-profit organization. At Smile 4 Kids, they are dedicated to enriching the lives of children experiencing hardship by providing hope, instilling resilience, and developing opportunities to succeed. They mainly work with foster
Sometimes friends are the best business partners, pushing each other respectfully and motivating each other to grow. This is the case of Sam Murray and Kijuan Amey. Sam Murray and Kijuan Amey have been friends since they were five. After school, Sam went to study film production and direction, and Kijuan joined the United States
Ariya Behjat is the co-founder and CEO of Axenic Studio. He founded the company together with his friend Lewk back in 2015. The company is a creative agency that provides disruptive branding and marketing solutions to first-tier businesses. Since its inception, the company has expanded to a multi-million dollar business with operations in Los Angeles,
You might not yet know the Ghermezian family by name, but you are almost certainly familiar with their work. Their development group, Triple Five Worldwide, is responsible for the creation, ownership and operation of the Mall of America, the West Edmonton Mall in Canada and now the American Dream—the last of which is a massive
Luis Vento started working at E11EVEN Miami at the age of 19 years old and hasn’t stopped since. During his 6 years with the company he is the longest tenured employee in the Host Department in which he is the VIP Services Manager for the entire Host Team producing up to $750,000 dollars in sales
With the seemingly endless amount of new, online advertising platforms popping up every couple of years, it has never been easier to get distracted in the world of digital marketing. No matter if you’re an entrepreneur, working professional or marketer, the sheer volume of options at your disposal can quickly become overwhelming—from social media networks
The story of Cole Dockery begins 4 years ago when he figured out that college was not an option for him. So, he decided to start working and after working for an hourly wage of $18, he decided to quit his job and pursue a career in digital entrepreneurship. During the same year, Cole generated
Patrick Ambron is the Founder and CEO of BrandYourself, which helps individuals protect, clean up and improve their online privacy and online reputation. Some of their more popular features include removing personal information from data brokers, finding and deleting old accounts, social media clean up tools, and many others. They can also help customers deal
Credit repairs can be life-changing, especially for people whose lives are a rollercoaster. Joy Holland is an example of someone who has gone through it all and was able to repair her credit. Better yet, she now offers credit repair services. When Joy went to college, she obtained a BA in marketing, but could only
Although the ongoing hype around CBD-infused products may have surpassed the growing national sentiment favoring the legalization of marijuana, the North American cannabis industry is booming. The legal marijuana industry in North America pulled in more than $10 billion in investments in 2018, and that number is expected to surge past $16 billion by the
The friction between the decentralized, cypherpunk ethos of cryptocurrencies and onboarding the mainstream — along with financial institutions — has led to a significant user-experience problem in the sector. Businesses have to undergo convoluted exchange and transfer processes between native utility and project tokens, liquidity is lacking, and interfaces tapping decentralized protocols are complex. As
A seemingly endless stream of stories concerning cybersecurity vulnerabilities has peppered the tech headlines this year. From geopolitical hacks to ransomware attacks, and data breaches of major firms – cybersecurity has become a common talking point in today’s media. This is not without merit considering the broad impact of our daily interactions with technology. At
Esports is one of the fastest growing forms of entertainment in the world. Competitors from all over the world compete in international tournaments with prize pools worth up to $30M. The rise of competitive gaming has been accompanied by a large number of spectators. New Zoo, an esports analytics firm, estimates that 430M+ people will
Modern exercise has completely transformed over the last several years, encompassing a range of new programs and amenities from dynamic group classes to nutritional regimens. Fueled by the progressively competitive landscape that social media platforms like Instagram produce, mainstream people and professional athletes alike seek that extra edge through bespoke training facilities and the solutions
The island of Puerto Rico is a beautiful destination for anyone because of the amazing sites, views, and beaches. Yes, a lot of it is gorgeous for the most part but when you look deeper into the communities you will see the economic problems it faces. The wealthy have the essentials like water, food, and
Ryall Graber is a lady who radiates positive energy. If you don’t already follow this fit life specialist on social media you’re going to want to. @ryallfitness is your daily injection of motivation and inspiration. She helps people live healthier lives through fitness and their nutrition. She is an entrepreneur, professional health coach, and an
When Joseph Costello graduated highschool, he did so with a 1.6 gpa. When everyone he knew decided to go to college, he moved to downtown Austin and began making money full time from the internet. As an entrepreneur, he went from almost failing highschool, to making six figures a month. Entrepreneur Joseph Costello does content
Getting a car is a big deal. To get a car is one of those things that is definitely in everyone’s bucket list. However, it can be expensive, and certain things like bad credit can keep you from actually getting what you want. This is where used car dealerships come in handy. Mike Moaid Abbadi
When most people think of success, they perceive lots of money, fame, business success, and luxury. However, for entrepreneurs Christopher Berlow and Paul Melella, this perception fails to appreciate other valuable spheres of life, for instance, healthy living. A mindset solely focussed on money is a mindset that fails to understand the satisfaction of having
ITEKT is a fast-growing Canadian company that provides innovative Nano-protection coatings. The company is in the field of nanotechnology for the automotive and telecommunications industry. This is a relatively new field that is fast expanding on a global scale due to the challenges of the 21st century. Presently, the global market for nanotechnology products was
The world of digital media and visual arts has changed drastically in the past two decades, with important technological developments. Animation advances have made possible highly engaging advertisement, and mesmerizing special effects. Nonetheless, not a lot of people know of the experts behind all this. Nicholas King, better known as Nickels, is a Digital Media
Entrepreneur Xavier Marrero took his first financial hit in 2014-2015. With this, Xavier lost his home, his vehicle and any source of transportation, his wife, and his sanity. Through self-development, he has been able to transform his life. Xavier has built multiple seven figure businesses in less than two years. With these businesses, he has
Matt Par is a young entrepreneur and a YouTube legend. He is a guru in social media marketing and YouTube optimization. Matt began engaging on YouTube from the early age of 14 years old. “I was uploading a bunch of random videos with my friends. Until I landed on some youtube channels and saw the
The first time that many consider starting an entrepreneurial venture, panic sets in: “How can I do this just starting from scratch? As we’re always told that experience leads to success, the utter lack of experience many first time founders have can dissuade them from just starting. It’s comforting to know that every entrepreneur, even
Ralph Dibugnara’s program is more than just a simple real estate program. It is a way to think differently and create tangible results. Ralph is the creator of The Real Estate Disruptor, the only online series that shows how market circumstances affect the real estate market. With over 15 years of experience in different business
Accessing healthy food in modern society is a challenge. The number of fast-food restaurants in the neighborhood overshadows the number of joints selling healthy, organic food. This issue is made worse with our modern lifestyle. You want to eat healthily. However, when the 9 to 5 rat race is over, all you want to do
Staying fit is not an easy challenge. It requires not just physical preparation but also mental preparation. Personal trainers like Brandon Schram can help with both. Brandon Schram is a sponsored Adidas athlete, whom you have probably already seen in the opening video of this Facebook compilation. But it did not all start there. Brandon
David Thomas Coulter and his partner run Daily Driven Exotics (DDE), the largest automotive entertainment content producer in the world. With almost 3 million followers between YouTube and Instagram, DDE rules the world of supercars. David Coulter was born in a small town where his father owned a Home Hardware store. There, he would stock
Andrew Faridani is an entrepreneur and the president of one of the leading digital ad agencies. With over fifteen years’ experience in the online marketing industry, he has created an infrastructure that provides for collaborative online media solutions. With his companies’ iterative and collaborative approach, they work with their clients as one integrated team. This
HighKey Technology Inc is an e-commerce company that was started over three years ago with futuristic technology and marketing in mind. Creators, Jordan Lintz and Luke Lintz, have managed to accumulate over 250k on Instagram with loyal, engaging fans and surpassed $1M in revenue at the end of 2018 and are climbing towards the $3M
Leading a healthy and motivated life takes time and effort. Sometimes it is easy to drown in our own problems and work routine and forget about or life goals or health. That is why it is important that people like Kevin Wilder Jr. exist. Kevin Wilder Jr. is a life coach consultant and motivational speaker.
Twenty-five years ago, Sean Castrina was let go from his dream job that he had gone to college for. It was then that he realized that as an employee, you have no job security. He decided to start his own company and now, more then twenty companies later, Sean is a very successful entrepreneur, bestselling
We all want to succeed in business, and when we launch our new startups we’re all full of confidence and passion. Keeping that same passion fired up year after year is essential if we want to achieve long term growth, but in an increasingly competitive business world we also have to keep our overheads down
Christine Curran has made a name for herself as a powerful entertainer and entrepreneur over the past ten years. Christine’s company, Ft Liquordale Entertainment, is the parent company to her current project “Dining Divas TV”. Dining Divas is a lifestyle show that features the hottest places to dine and drink in South Florida. The Divas
Life always finds a way of introducing us to the right path. For Darren Fryer, it took him years of network marketing to get to where he is now, the founder of one of the most innovative ocean conservation projects out there. Darren Fryer is a first-generation Korean-American, who was born and raised in Hawaii.
