104. Giving The Gift Of YOU: Serving Well On and Off Stage with Tonya & Tom Telesco

“Your story is needed.” This is something almost every entrepreneur has heard before but when it comes to choosing which avenue to go with, the options can be overwhelming. In comes podcasting, an easy way to get your message out there and build a solid base of the audience you want to reach. Today you’ll learn how you can upgrade your podcast and start making real change every single week.  Our guest today is an entrepreneur and master marketer who has worked for some of the biggest companies in the world, like Google, Ford, and GM. He has learned from the best in the business and has taken those lessons to help build strategies, tactics, and resources that have grown over 10,000 small businesses. When we said you can start making real change, we didn’t just mean the value you bring. Tony has practical tips to help grow your podcast and start making profits off of what you bring to the table each week.   Listen in as Tony talks about his journey of being an entrepreneur, losing everything twice, and leaning into the skills that make people money. You’ll learn the important questions you need to ask when thinking about marketing your podcast. As well as the nuts and bolts of advertising, sponsorship, joint ventures, and even how to find the best guests for your podcast. This isn’t all about marketing, Tony talks about how building all your assets out will not only strengthen your podcast but help create a message that makes a real impact in your audience’s lives.  Whether you have a well-established podcast or are just starting out. This episode is filled with tools and keys to unlock your potential and explode your business. To find the resources we talked about in the episode, check out the links below! More Of What’s Inside: Learning from some of the best companies in the world The biggest difference between large and small companies Two questions to help your podcast become profitable Why your offer is the door to profitability How to avoid a “sales-y” podcast and still make money The difference between advertisers and sponsorships What to look out for when pursuing joint ventures Taking your marketing to the next level to grow your podcast The assets you need to establish to reach the next level Six factors that can grow your business exponentially Creating a stable culture for remote workers Why your story should be compelling And much more!     LINKS: Connect with Tony: Website: meettonyg.com Podcast Onesheet: podcastonesheet.com Connect with Blair: [email protected]  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com [email protected] Email​: [email protected] Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 - What we cover today! 1:03 - Introducing Tony Guarnaccia 2:29 - The moment that spurred Tony to learn more 5:10 - When Tony decided to start his own agency 9:38 - How you can monetize your podcast 13:45 - The best way to find sponsors and advertisers 17:55 - Finding a joint venture that fits your audience 19:53 - Grow your podcast with these tips! 23:17 - The software that can help your marketing game 26:46 - How to manage any crisis with ease 30:48 - The future of online and in-person events 33:52 - Where to connect with Tony 34:30 - Closing thoughts More About Tony Tony has grown over 10,000 small businesses and a dozen Fortune 500 companies, including Ford, General Motors, AutoNation, and ADP. He has managed over $400 million in advertising spend and in 2009 earned the prestigious title of Google Partner of the Year. As a child, Tony experienced firsthand the devastating crisis of business failure when his parents’ small business failed and they lost everything, including their home. Its impact on his life was powerful. Having lost everything, he determined he would one day figure out how to help business owners like his parents by learning how to run a profitable business. This mission shaped his entire 20-year career. As an entrepreneur, business owner, and enterprise marketer, Tony worked with, literally, the best businesses in every industry, including Google, Microsoft, ADP, Ford, BMW, Sunrise Senior Living, and Foster Grant to name a few. And he has helped grow over 10,000 small businesses and a dozen Fortune 500 companies. After working with the best businesses across hundreds of industries, he learned how they grow consistently and predictably, using adversity to pivot towards opportunity in order to survive and thrive in all manner of economic conditions. Later, Tony returned to his entrepreneur roots to bring the strategy, tactics and resources normally reserved for large enterprises to small businesses. Today, he is focused on bringing that same vision to podcast hosts and guests – to make Podcasting profitable. He believes that by growing small businesses, together we can impact not just our local communities but also our world.

As entrepreneurs, we live in a world that is ever-changing. It can feel like every time you turn around there are new programs to learn, new software to learn, new algorithms, new platforms to leverage, and new ways to approach your business. With only 24 hours in the day, It can be hard to find the balance between staying on the cutting edge of entrepreneurship, and falling down the rabbit hole of learning just to learn… That’s why in today’s episode our guest is going to give you the tools to determine precisely which evergreen and profitable skills will bring the max value to your audience and save you time in the long run.  Join us as we talk with Xavier Major, a master marketer, and entrepreneur who has helped hundreds of real estate investors make boatloads of cash from off-market deals. With 10 years of experience in the marketing world, Xavier has “failed” towards success and the keys you need to pinpoint your audience’s problems and offer the solutions that really make an impact. Here at Inside The Greenroom, we are all about events and the connections we make through them. Listen in as Xavier talks about the process in which he refined his methods and the importance he places on face-to-face conversation. You’ll get his best tips and tricks on how you can always know what your audience needs and the actual solution to their problems even if it’s not popular in the industry. Whether you’re a speaker, meeting planner, or attendee, Xavier talks about how you can leverage events to build your skills, make meaningful connections, and save time by cutting through the noise and focusing on what matters.  If you’ve been struggling with what steps to take next in your business then this episode is for you. So, hit play and learn how you can accelerate your business today! For more resources or to connect with Xavier check out the links below!   More Of What’s Inside: How to add maximum value to your audience Piecing together your business as you go How one-on-ones changed Xavier’s business Accelerating your business by getting on stages Finding the actual needs of your audience Why you should solve the root of the problem first How to extend your credibility beyond the stage Using response ads to speak directly to pain points Creating an event that is worth the investment Tips on how to get the most out of an event How to ask the right questions at events Staying focused on the value of your event Building your skills while working a 9 to 5 And much more!   LINKS: Connect with Xavier: Website: thewholesaleconnection.com/boss Insta: https://www.instagram.com/xavier_major Connect with Blair: [email protected]  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com [email protected] Email​: [email protected] Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com Influential Speakers in Xavier’s life:  Brad Martineau Cody Sperber Cole Hatter Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 - What we cover today!  0:28 - Introducing Xavier Major 3:36 - Failing towards success 7:57 - How live events can help pinpoint client needs 11:22 - Refining solutions to fix problems at their source 17:32 - Xavier’s plans for 2022  21:55 - The impact of partnerships in business 26:04 - Tactics to avoid when creating your event 29:18 - The events that impacted Xavier the most 33:09 - Xavier’s advice for those wanting to take the leap 35:37 - Where to connect with Xavier 36:33 - Closing thoughts More About Xavier: Over the past 10 years, Xavier has mastered the art of marketing and has helped over a hundred plus real estate investors make boatloads of cash on off-market deals. Using systems, operations, and strategic marketing campaigns. He is a real estate marketing expert that lives in Mesa, Arizona with his rockstar wife and four kids. He loves shooting birdies on the golf course, camping in the mountains, and enjoying Arizona sunsets with his family.

No one would have said that Nicole Mixdorf hated her job in a global firm… Traveling the world, making money, she was happy and successful. But that all changed when her father was diagnosed with cancer and the stress at work followed her home. When this stress caused her own health problems, Nicole knew it was time to hang up the golden handcuffs and do something about it.  Welcome back to Inside The Greenroom! Nicole's story doesn’t end there, she is the founder and Chief Wellness Officer (CWO) of Balance by Nature a company launched to inspire busy professionals to create more balance in their lives and thrive. We take a look at how Nicole started her journey of balancing wellness and success, from building her business from the ground up to shedding her perfectionist mentality, and even the things she wishes she would have done at the beginning!  Join us as Nicole talks about her work with corporations and helping them create a culture of wellness that brings new life and intention into their business. With everything upended in the world for the past two years, it is more crucial than ever to focus on the practices that keep us healthy, focused, and ready to serve. You’ll get practical tips on how you can maintain a stress-free work-life balance, even when you’re working from home.  When you hit play, you’ll hear Nicole’s top tips for nailing a speaking interview, how to connect with the audience more deeply, and even how you can maximize your communication and effectiveness. Don’t wait for the burnout to catch you. Learn how you can start reviving your work (and personal) life today! Are you ready to create a movement for your community & your business?  Are you ready to grow your influence? PLATFORM LIVE was developed for you! joinplatformlive.com/greenroom More Of What’s Inside: The importance of wellness in the workplace How stress affects your health The advice that changed Nicole’s course Refining your approach as you go The skill of selling yourself Finding your champions Why it’s important to understand your audience Instilling a culture of health through leaders How you can engage employees in health initiatives Practical tips to release some pressure Elevating your events with intentional movement What Nicole looks for in speakers And much more!   LINKS: Connect with Nicole: Website: https://balancebynature.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/balance.by.nature.wellness  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolemixdorf/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolemixdorf/ Connect with Blair: [email protected]  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com [email protected] Email​: [email protected] Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 - What we cover today!  0:28 - Introducing Nicole Mixdorf  5:09 - Stepping away from a stressful workplace 10:35 - How Nicole built her platform 15:15 - Don’t be afraid to be a little messy 19:25 - Nicole’s process for hiring speakers  23:10 - Strategies to help your workforce in the pandemic 29:24 - Balancing your stress with intentional moments 32:34 - Bringing mindful movement to events 35:34 - How you can be as effective as possible 40:30 - Where to connect with Nicole 42:10 - Closing thoughts   More About Nicole: Nicole Mixdorf is the Chief Wellness Officer of Balance by Nature and was awarded as the Most Influential Woman in Corporate Wellness Services USA in 2021 and in 2020. She was also awarded as a Top 100 Healthcare Leader in the World 2020-2021, and as a Top 10 Successful Business Leader Revamping the Future 2021.  Nicole is a motivational leader who inspires people to be the absolute best that they can be. She spent over a decade working her way up the corporate ladder in a global firm until she experienced the debilitating health consequences of a stressful work environment. After healing her body, she launched Balance by Nature in 2012 to inspire busy professionals to create more balance in their lives and thrive. Additionally, Nicole has been teaching growth mindset, yoga, meditation, and breathwork for over 15 years. Balance by Nature was recently awarded as Best in Corporate Wellness Services USA 2021, Top 20 Leading Companies of the Year 2021, and Top 30 Most Admired Companies to Watch 2021, among other prestigious awards and recognitions.  Balance by Nature develops award-winning employee wellness programs that support physical, mental, and emotional well-being. These programs help corporations to create cultures of health with happy, grounded, and productive employees.  Ranging from mid-sized organizations to corporate giants, Balance by Nature has worked with the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), City of Los Angeles, Westfield, Hulu, Accenture, Los Angeles Philharmonic, & other progressive organizations.

“You are here to give a gift.” If you’ve listened to the show before, you may have heard this nugget of wisdom from our host Blair Bryant Nichols! This is his favorite advice to give speakers who are about to go on stage.  Our guest today is the embodiment of what it means to live out this advice practically, with one essential addition…your GIFT is your STORY! Welcome, Michelle Prince Inside The Greenroom! Michelle is a best-selling author, motivational speaker, publishing expert, leadership coach, and CEO/Founder of Performance Publishing Group. Listen in as Michelle shares her journey from working with the one and only, Zig Ziglar as a college student to writing the book that would eventually grow into her incredible platform.  It all started when Michelle wanted to write her story, not for fame or fortune, but so she could share it, even if it was just with her kids. What she didn’t expect was for it to open up not only speaking opportunities, but coaching, events, and eventually her very own publishing company.  If you know you have a book inside you, but you can’t get the thought “nobody really needs to hear my journey” out of your head..this episode is for you. Hit play t get Michelle’s best tips and practices for how to find the fastest path to starting and finishing your book, choosing the best publishing track for you, and even how you can repurpose content to reach as many people as possible. This episode is filled with amazing insight into how you can successfully leverage your story and start growing your business now.    Are you ready to create a movement for your community & your business? Are you ready to grow your influence? PLATFORM LIVE was developed for you! joinplatformlive.com/greenroom   More Of What’s Inside: How a book opened up opportunities for speaking Michelle’s big “aha!” moment Helping others write and publish their own work Why there isn’t a right or wrong way to publish a book How to take advantage of your book’s authority Repurposing content for maximum impact The value of your story  Getting clear on what you bring to the table Writing the same message for different audiences The importance of passion in your work Your book as your business card Strategies to launch your book well And much more!     LINKS: Connect with Michelle: Website: http://www.michelleprince.com/ Publishing website: http://www.performancepublishinggroup.com/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/michelleprincespeaker/ Free Book: https://www.thepowerofauthority.com/freebook/ Connect with Blair: [email protected]  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com [email protected] Email​: [email protected] Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com/   Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 - What we cover today!  0:28 - Introducing Michelle Prince 1:47 - Getting a start with Zig Ziglar 4:00 - Writing her story 8:43 - The call to coaching 14:39 - How you should publish your book 19:09 - Leveraging your book properly 22:06 - Why your story needs to be told 25:58 - The fastest path to writing a book 29:12 - The inspiration of Michelle’s new books 32:35 - What your book might be missing 37:30 - How to successfully launch a book 42:12 - Where to find Michelle 42:53 - Closing thoughts More About Michelle: Michelle Prince is a best-selling author, motivational speaker, publishing expert, leadership coach and CEO/Founder of Performance Publishing Group, a “partner” publishing company dedicated to making a difference, one story at a time. She’s helped thousands tell their stories and become published authors through her consulting, courses, seminars, and publishing services, and founded the “Book Bound Workshop”. She has also published many successful books, including her best-selling Winning In Life Now and her latest The Power of Authority. She has been a featured speaker for numerous corporations, associations and events around the country and has been endorsed by some of the most influential speakers in personal development, including Zig Ziglar. She is a Ziglar Legacy Certified speaker/trainer, and is honored to be named the Ziglar Brand Ambassador, representing the values and legacy of the late Zig Ziglar

We all know as entrepreneurs that one of the best things you can do to serve someone is to help solve their biggest need or eliminate a pain point. But what if that “someone” is actually a big corporation? Maybe corporations aren’t on your ideal client list but the opportunity for growth, revenue, and connections skyrockets if you know how to get in.  Lucky for you we have just the expert.  Angelique Rewers is a powerhouse when it comes to making genuine connections with organizations and corporations. With over ten years of experience in a corporate setting to now running her own consulting business, she knows the ins and outs of how your small business can get big clients. Listen in as you hear Angelique’s journey from corporate to entrepreneur, and how she has developed a tried and true process to make your business stand out when it matters most.  You’ll get insight into the corporate world along with her best practices to not only get hired but make a genuine connection. She talks about finding the clients that are ready for you and how important it is to create quick wins that are repeatable to any audience you have. As well as her definite “don’ts” when it comes to communicating with decision-makers and why it all comes down to conversation.  Angelique will have you tightening up your softer sides and stepping into a purpose that may change your world forever. So hit play and learn how you can tap into a whole new world that is waiting for you!  Are you ready to create a movement for your community & your business? Are you ready to grow your influence? PLATFORM LIVE was developed for you! joinplatformlive.com/greenroom More Of What’s Inside: Stepping into freedom through entrepreneurship The feedback that helped find Angelique’s business Getting the right perspective when it comes to corporations Finding the prospects that are ready for you  Why you can’t “sell” to an organization Creating quick wins that are repeatable The real backbone of America Using your background to your advantage Tips on how you can be seen faster Opening up conversation with corporations Filling in your mushy middle  Why events matter for your community And much more! LINKS: Connect with Angelique: Website: https://boldhaus.com/events/ Twitter: @BoldHaus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angeliquerewers/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/angeliquerewers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angeliquerewers Connect with Blair: [email protected]  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com [email protected] Email​: [email protected] Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 - What we cover today  0:29 - Introducing Angelique Rewers 5:26 - How Angelique built her platform 10:08 - Building confidence in her method 15:19 - Finding the decision-makers  19:43 - Knowing which events to attend 25:09 - How you can prepare for opportunities 31:11 - Making the shift to hosting events 36:40 - The goal of events and how to rock them 42:34 - Where to connect with Angelique 43:45 - Closing thoughts More About Angelique: CEO and Founder, BoldHaus Angelique is the bold, always blunt, and unapologetic CEO of BoldHaus, an advocate for helping small enterprises and self-employed professionals win corporate clients. She’s been called the “undisputed champion at helping small businesses land big clients,” by Inc. Magazine. Among the top 2% of women-owned businesses, BoldHaus has a global online community of 35,000+ business owners and mentored over 10,000 small businesses in 72+ countries.  Angelique serves on the Advisory Board for Space for Humanity, a nonprofit expanding access to space for all of humanity, as well as on the committee for the United Nations’ Women Peace & Humanitarian Fund. Angelique’s expertise has been featured by Forbes, Entrepreneur, Inc., ABC, NBC, CBS, CNBC, Business Insider, HuffPost, Washington Post, YFi PM, and more. She has shared stages with superstars like Hollywood’s Steve Harvey, Shark Tank’s Daymond John, bestselling author Seth Godin, and NFL Super Bowl Champion Jamal Lewis

“The impact you have starts the moment you say yes.: Welcome back to Inside The Greenroom! If you agree with the statement above then this episode is for you. Loren Lahav is a dynamite speaker and entrepreneur who is passionate about staying true to herself and spreading her impact with as much authenticity as possible. She has shared the stage with names such as Gary Vaynerchuk, Tony Robbins, and Kevin O’Leary just to name a few and has spoken for top brands all across the nation.  Listen in as Loren talks about how she began working in the speaking industry by focusing on her gifts and making unforgettable events. You’ll hear how she transitioned from behind the scenes to stepping out on stage and fearlessly saying yes to anything that was given to her.  Join us as we talk about the importance of staying true to yourself and why you should always go the extra 10%. You’ll learn practical tips to creating lasting impact not only on the audience in front of you but for those who happen to be around the event too. Loren talks about the questions you should be asking as a speaker as well as the lessons she’s learned from her greatest teachers, observation and experience.  When you hit play you’ll hear an energy packed conversation on how you can take a deep dive into lessons from coaches, events, and even hotels to create the best version of yourself and create a lasting impact everywhere you go.    Are you ready to create a movement for your community & your business? Are you ready to grow your influence? PLATFORM LIVE was developed for you! http://joinplatformlive.com/greenroom   More Of What’s Inside: Bringing your best self by focusing on your gifts The importance of feedback and flexibility Knowing the feelings you want the audience to take away  Finding your secret sauce  Bringing unparalleled energy even online Using virtual meetings to help hone in on your delivery How to protect yourself on stage Providing value as a speaker by targeting needs The questions you should be asking at interviews How Loren shows the “heartbeat” of speaking Some of Loren’s coolest moments in the greenroom Lessons from the Marriot hotel Reaching your impact past your target audience And much more!   LINKS: Connect with Loren: Website: https://elitespeakersagency.com/speaker/loren-lahav/  Website: LorenLahav.com Website: lobella.com Twitter: Lifetuneups Feature Video: https://elitespeakersagency.com/speaker/loren-lahav/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LorenLahavOfficial/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/iamlorenlahav/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loren-lahav-speaker-mc-executive-coach/ Connect with Blair: [email protected]  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com [email protected] Email​: [email protected] Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 - What we cover today 0:28 - Introducing Loren Lahav 5:08 - Taking the stage with a killer speech 11:17 - The virtual leap 14:52 - Using your winning formulas 19:30 - A moment Loren was able to shock the audience 25:45 - Learning the best tricks from other people 30:04 - Leaving positivity in your wake 35:18 - The importance of experience and building certainty 39:05 - How the speak off can change your world 43:43 - Loren’s advice for you  44:55 - Closing thoughts   More About Loren: Loren Lahav is a dynamic trendshaper who is unwavering in her resolve to Stay True to how she chooses to live her life and leave her imprint on others. By daring to look herself in the eye, call herself out if necessary and make course corrections, she is one of the few who actually fulfills dreams for herself and for others. She doesn’t just reach for them... she goes after them with unflappable determination! She calls it GOYA. Translation: Get Off Your Ass! Needless to say, she is constantly switched on, especially when it comes to delivering her message to others from the front of the room, no matter the size of the audience. Classy, brassy, and poised, Loren has shared the stage with notable and celebrated luminaries such as Barbara Walters, Tony Robbins, Gary Vaynerchuk, Mike Rowe, Kevin O’Leary, Barbara Corcoran, Erin Brockovich,. Loren’s leadership and business triumphs are a testament to her obsession with creating value. She has built explosive teams in 25 countries. She is a real estate investor and property owner throughout the United States. Her ability to lead teams and her business savvy have brought her to deliver her message to companies such as LIFEAID, Zappo’s, Lululemon, Four Seasons Hotels, Success Resources, Tony Robbins Companies, NMP, and Hilton Grand Vacations.

Every entrepreneur knows that to create a successful business you need to find a need or desire within your market and solve it. But there’s something extra exciting about the entrepreneur who built a business to solve their own need.  Welcome back to Inside The Greenroom! Christina Weber is a social entrepreneur, relationship activist, connection coach, podcast host, and founder and CEO of WeDeepen. A company devoted to creating deeper connections and better communication through transformational events and experiences. Christina gives us a look into how WeDeepen started and how it moved from the dating circuit to curating events that would bring better communication and deeper connection with yourself and others around you.  Listen in as Christina talks about the moment she realized she needed to inject energy into her desires and how that journey lead to the trials and errors of creating the best event possible. You’ll learn about how Christina has brought in tantra to help with the web of connections within different events, her best tips to create an unforgettable experience, and even how you can open up a community and have thoughtful conversations on difficult subjects.  For more resources or to connect with Christina, check out the links below!  More Of What’s Inside: Creating a platform that builds you How authentic leadership helps events Tips to design an event that supports deep connections The web of connection that is tantra Using the feedback from surveys Partnering with experiences from all over the country Bringing deep connections online during the pandemic Building momentum with recurring events Thoughtful discourse and healthy dialogue The antidote to judgment And much more!   LINKS: Connect with Christina: Website: wedeepen.com Social: @wedeepen & @christinaweber Instagram: @wedeepen & @christinaweber YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh93E8Kx0oiAa--pPIXvHLg/featured LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinalweber Connect with Blair: [email protected]  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com [email protected] Email​: [email protected] Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com/ Episode Minute By Minute: 0:28 - Introducing Christina Weber 5:22 - Injecting energy into your desires 10:09 - Christina’s process of creating an event 15:52 - Learning through trials and error 19:25 - Tantra in professional environments 23:18 - Improving on experiences  27:56 - Finding the right experience for you 33:30 - Creating new experiences online 38:04 - How Christina grew her brand  42:24 - The importance of consistency 46:52 - Where you can connect with Christina 48:27 - Closing thoughts More About Christina: Christina Weber is a social entrepreneur, relationship activist, connection coach, podcast host, and advocate for children of abuse, extreme poverty and human trafficking. She is the founder and CEO of WeDeepen (wedeepen.com), a network of transformational guides and social experiences intended to create more meaningful relationships, now and for future generations. Her work is inspired by Esther Perel's teachings. Christina has received nicknames such as the "Human Linkedin," "Your Love Accomplice" and also "Feminine Weapon," which has helped her raise over $65K for orphans to receive education and transformational workshops. Her podcast “Deepen with Christina,” launched last month, and has received rave reviews since she was featured on Andy Cohen’s new show, Ex-Rated, which gives viewers a peek into Christina’s love life. Raised in Annapolis, MD, Christina has lived in Los Angeles, New York City and Bali. Currently she’s roaming the East Coast in RV with her father who retired from his career last month.

The term the ‘struggle is real’ seems to be a universal cliche at this point in history. Whether the troubles that came in 2020 was hard on your business or just plain hard, chances are you’ve if you look hard enough you have still grown in one way or another. Our guest today wouldn’t call himself an expert on this topic (his resume begs to differ), but then again, that seems to be how his business thrives. Welcome back to Inside The Greenroom! Today we talk with NY Times bestselling author, CEO of Hollis Company, keynote speaker, and fulfillment coach Dave Hollis. Join us as we talk about Dave’s journey that lead to his upcoming book “Built Through Courage”, and the moment he realized his successful corporate job was not fulfilling his true passion. Dave talks about the struggles he’s gone through and how they are essential to the foundation of the legacy he wants to leave behind.  Listen in as we discuss Dave’s transparent approach to building a new platform, why your purpose and business should work together, and how you can make your audience want to stay with you forever. You’ll get practical tips and tricks to open your mind to what you really want out of life, as well as how you can walk forward with courage and impact those who need to hear your unique story. We are not immune to struggle, but aligning yourself with what you were created to do, will only make the journey that much easier.  To pre-order “Built Through Courage” you can check out www.mrdavehollis.com/book or follow Dave on social media for more resources below! More Of What’s Inside: Cultivating the courage to step towards your destiny Knowing when its time to move on Building resilience in real-time  How your struggles can push your forward The prerequisite to learning Being very clear on your values The power of being honest in your journey Leaving your audience satisfied every time How your audience can help you innovate Finding your passion to develop your purpose The importance of actively working towards your passion And much more!   LINKS: Book Speakers for your next event!  We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com/ Join our Platform Live 2021 Event: Learn how to let your story shine while growing your business!  https://joinplatformlive.com/greenroom Join our Platform Tour interactive Journey, October 11th-17th: https://success.advanceyourreach.com/platformtour-registration/?campaign=Greenroom&ref=12 If you are interested in becoming an affiliate for our Platform Tour October 11th-17th, you can learn more here: Become an Partner for Platform Tour   Connect with Dave: Website: http://mrdavehollis.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-hollis-b5a48671/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavehollis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrdavehollis/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrDaveHollis Connect with Blair: [email protected]  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com [email protected] Email​: [email protected] Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com/   Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 - What we cover today 0:28 - Introducing Dave Hollis 1:36 - The experiences that helped write Dave’s book 5:04 - Stepping away from corporate America 10:09 - Having the right mindset for entrepreneurship 15:21 - Using your challenge as an opportunity to grow 20:05 - Building a platform in a new place 24:45 - Finding your true passion 29:06 - Brand deposits and withdrawals 35:33 - Opening your mind to what you really want 40:13 - Practical tips to find your passion 44:43 - Where to connect with Dave 45:37 - Closing thoughts    More About Dave: Dave Hollis is the CEO of the Hollis Company, a company that exists to help people build better lives. Dave was previously president of distribution for the Walt Disney Studios until he left to apply his experiences to the expansion of the Hollis Company. Dave is a member of the Motion Picture Academy and has been an advisor or board member of technology incubator Fandango Labs, philanthropy start-up Givsum, film charity Will Rogers Pioneers Foundation, Pepperdine's Institute for Entertainment, Media, and Culture, and foster care champion National Angels. 

You may have seen it before, or at the very least heard everyone talking about it. The new social audio app Clubhouse has swept through the chaos of social media and created a simple and yet powerful stage for thousands of people. Today we take an inside look at Clubhouse and how you can leverage this incredible invention to increase your impact and change the world.  Welcome back to Inside The Greenroom! Today we have the honor of talking to Dan Fleyshman. Dan is the youngest founder of a publicly traded company in history, an incredible entrepreneur, and a serial donator to charity (and that’s just the beginning). He has been on Clubhouse since the very beginning and at one point had the biggest room on the apps for four days in a row. He was able to impact thousands of people, over just a few days, straight from his phone. The beauty of this is that you have just as much power as Dan did when he started out. There’s no doubt that it’s becoming harder to stand out on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. But with Clubhouse you have the opportunity to learn and talk with some of the very best in your industry.  Join us as we talk about the ins and outs of Clubhouse, how you can get started, as well as the best tips and practices for running your room. Whether you are listening or talking, Clubhouse provides a stable platform to connect and talk in real-time with others in your industry. Dan talks about how you can leverage other people’s audiences, how to handle big and small groups, and even finding the balance of valuable content and important audience feedback.  If you’ve been needing a push to download Clubhouse and try it for yourself, this is your sign. Don’t let the chance to increase your impact and making meaningful connections pass you by.  For more information on how to grow and accelerate your stage, check out the links below! More Of What’s Inside: Generating hundreds of leads through Clubhouse The ABC’s of Clubhouse Creating a stage that has value Moderator vs. Speaker  The importance of controlling your rooms Why Clubhouse was created How to get an invite to Clubhouse Connecting Clubhouse and your business  Finding the balance of moderators Keeping the discussion on topic How to find the type of followers you want And much more!     LINKS: Book Speakers for your next event!  We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com Join our Platform Live 2021 Event: Learn how to let your story shine while growing your business!  https://joinplatformlive.com/greenroom Join our Platform Tour interactive Journey, October 11th-17th: https://success.advanceyourreach.com/platformtour-registration/?campaign=Greenroom&ref=12 If you are interested in becoming an affiliate for our Platform Tour October 11th-17th, you can learn more here: Become an Partner for Platform Tour   Connect with Dan: Website: https://victoryceo.com/dan-fleyshman Website:hundredmillionacademy.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoryceo  Insta: @danfleyshman Connect with Blair: [email protected]  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com [email protected] Email​: [email protected] Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com/   Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 - what we cover today 4:06 - The power of Clubhouse 8:45 - How to leverage other people’s audiences 12:46 - Moderators, speakers, and audience interaction 17:35 - Making the connection to your business 21:47 - Finding balance for your room  25:53 - Tips to crush your first time on Clubhouse 29:13 - Final thoughts and where you can connect with Dan   More About Dan: Dan Fleyshman is the youngest founder of a publicly-traded company in history. At the age of 23, after selling 15 million dollars worth of clothing in six department store chains and surpassing expectations with his 9.5 million dollar licensing deal with STARTER apparel, Mr. Fleyshman launched the “Who’s Your Daddy” energy drink into 55,000 retail stores. He later went on to launch Victory Poker, which became 1 of the top 5 online poker brands internationally. Along the way, Fleyshman became a very active Angel Investor and advisor to 29+ companies that range from mobile apps and tech companies to travel sites and celebrity clothing brands. As a serial entrepreneur, some of the successes include launching a media site to garner over 300,000,000 views in the first year, a hoverboard company to $5,000,000+ revenue in 4 months, and multiple subscription box companies to over $48,000,000 in combined sales. Currently his social media agency “Elevator Studios” works with over 600 influencers and manages campaigns for a variety of large companies. The agency has also hosted 30 live events called “Elevator Nights” which has helped 1000’s of entrepreneurs learn from and network with investors in multiple sectors including cannabis & cryptocurrency. Playing poker as a hobby, he’s managed to win multiple championships and more importantly use the game to be able to raise millions of dollars for various charities by organizing dozens of poker tournaments around the world. Over the last 7 years, his main passion has been his charity www.modelcitizenfund.org which creates backpacks for the homeless filled with 150 emergency supply items inside.

Welcome back to Inside The Greenroom! Today you’re in for a treat. Hit play to get into the mind of meeting planners who control some of the most powerful stages in the world. If you’ve been listening for a while you may recognize some of the names and they are back with brand new insight into how you can upgrade your speaking skills and land the right stages to spread your impact.  Join us as we speak with David Meltzer, Pedro Adao, Nicole Mixdorf, Anthony Trucks, and Deanna Rogers about their stages, what they look for when hiring speakers, and how they create unforgettable experiences through their events. This panel-style conversation is filled with information about how you can upgrade every area of your business, from nailing a stage to trying new resources and bringing your most authentic self to the audience.  Listen in as these powerhouses give key insight into their perspective of the audience and the right questions to ask when interviewing for the stage. You’ll hear the best tips and practices on how to avoid bombing while you’re on stage, knowing exactly where you fit within an event, and how to give the most value while also growing your business. We talk about the importance of keeping a connection with your audience and how you can generate sales without being pitchy. You do not want to miss this wealth of information that could transform your career and set you on a path that changes not just your life but those around you as well.  Here’s a short recap of what we cover: From Nicole Mixdorf: Why you should ask the meeting planner about their audience.  Practical speaker tips to nail an interview Chooses speakers who can connect with the audience and are an expert in their area. From David Metzler:  What is Streamyard and how to use it How to use LinkedIn as a stage, and how to use it to break through the noise Tips to avoid bombing on stage The power of Clubhouse Understanding the power of when you are positioned on someone else's stage Credibility within the connection: People buy on emotion for logical reasons. From Pedro Adao: What he looks for in a speaker Why he joined the Stage Agency The best way to save your TIME when winning stages Pedro’s biggest turn-offs when hiring speakers at his events Be humble and make it about the audience Don't make the event planner wonder why you are there! From Anthony Trucks: “When you can find something you love to do, that people love to see you do - that's the sweet spot” The biggest room in the world is the room for improvement” Dreaming bigger and the importance of listening not just hearing What he looks for in a speaker: Those who are willing to "go there"    LINKS: Connect with David Meltzer: Website: https://dmeltzer.com/office-hours-adapt-deliver-for-your-customers-with-mandy-shaw-ceo-of-b laze-pizza/  Twitter, Instagram, YouTube: @davidmeltzer  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidmeltzer11/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmeltzer2/   Connect with Nicole Mixdorf: Website: https://balancebynature.com/author/nicole/ Connect with Anthony Trucks: Website: https://anthonytrucks.com/category/aww-shift-podcast/   Connect with Pedro Adao: Website: pedroadao.com Connect with Deanna Rogers: Website: https://scalable.co/ Connect with Blair: [email protected]  Connect with us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/advanceyourreach Website: advanceyourreach.com [email protected] Email​: [email protected]   Book Speakers for your next event! We are the only agency where you can book free and paid speakers, no bureau commissions!  Learn More https://elitespeakersagency.com/ Would you like to be a featured judge for our worldwide speaker competition? Sign Up Here: http://joinplatformlive.com/SpeakOffMP *restrictions do apply*   Episode Minute By Minute: 0:02 - What we cover today 0:28 - Introducing Nicole  6:22 - Transitioning into online 12:00 - Introducing David Meltzer 17:55 - The power of being on other people's stages 23:30 - How to get David's attention 28:33 - The chance to get on David's stage 29:38 - Introducing Pedro Adao 33:16 - Ho to save time and make more 39:08 - Making it clear why you were hired 44:09 - Finding the through line 45:42 - Introducing Anthony Trucks 50:50 - The beauty of communication 54:48 - Making real connections with transparency 59:01 - Building trust with consistency 1:06:58 - Backstage look with Pedro and Anthony 1:10:30 - Why you shouldn't wait 1:15:23 - How they visualize their events 1:20:35 - Talking to the decision-makers 1:24:57 - The speaker's rituals before going on stage 1:30:48 - How you can build your platform   More About David: David Meltzer is the Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh (“Lee”) Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire. David has been recognized by Variety Magazine as their Sports Humanitarian of the Year and awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. His life’s mission is to empower OVER 1 BILLION people to be happy! This simple yet powerful mission has led him on an incredible journey to provide one thing…VALUE More About Nicole: Nicole Mixdorf is the Chief Wellness Officer of Balance by Nature and was recently awarded as the 'Most Influential Woman in Corporate Wellness Services USA 2020' by Acquisition INTL Magazine as part of their 2020 Global Excellence Awards. She was also awarded as a 'Top 100 Healthcare Leader in the World 2020' by the International Forum on Advancements in Healthcare. Nicole is a motivational leader who inspires people to be the absolute best that they can be. She spent over a decade working her way up the corporate ladder in a global firm, until she experienced the debilitating health consequences of a stressful work environment. After healing her body, she launched Balance by Nature in 2012 to inspire busy professionals to create more balance in their lives and thrive. More About Anthony: Anthony Trucks is a serial entrepreneur with one serious superpower. The power to shift with shifting times and help people start attaining their most ambitious desires as quickly as this month. He teaches people how to use the power of identity to achieve their dreams. Which is why he created The Shift Method. A process and a company focused on helping people close their “Identity Gaps” that are responsible for the shortfalls in their potential and lack of success. He then helps them upgrade how they operate so that the hard things become easy, which means more success in all areas of their life. It’s time to Make Shift Happen. More About Pedro: Pedro Adao. He’s had a number of successes on a number of fronts. He’s a long-time entrepreneur, a Two-Comma Click Funnel winner and he’s also the founder of the 100X Academy. In short, he’s living what I’d call a “Faith-Infused Business” and we’re going to talk about what it means and why it matters! More About David: DeAnna Rogers has been coordinating and directing events for 15 years. She started with smaller real estate events in the Austin area with as low as 20 attendees, and then grew to running large international events with audiences as large as 10,000. She is currently the Events Director at Digital Marketer, is responsible for one of the largest marketing events called Traffic & Conversion Summit, also known as T&C, along with other events such as WarRoom Mastermind, Certified Partner Program, and a new event called Content & Commerce Summit. DeAnna and her team produce over 30 live events around the globe a year and helps run one of the largest marketing events in the world, the Traffic & Conversion Summit.