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Hacks and Hobbies - Passion to Profit Stories Junaid Ahmed
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Welcome to "Hacks and Hobbies - Passion to Profit Stories," a space where we delve deep into the captivating journeys of passionate creators transforming their beloved hobbies into lucrative ventures. Hosted by Junaid Ahmed, our conversations are more than surface-level; we unravel the intricate paths and strategies that have propelled our guests to success.
Discover actionable insights, practical tips, and success roadmaps while gaining valuable wisdom from a diverse array of entrepreneurs, artisans, entertainers, athletes, and visionaries from around the globe. Join us in exploring the
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E620 - Mary Barnett - How to Pioneer Digital Marketing Before It Was Even a Term: Tips from a Marketing Master
In this episode, we get to speak with Mary Barnett.
Mary has been pioneering digital and mobile marketing since the late 80s, long before most people even knew what those terms meant. She'll be sharing her incredible journey of pivoting her business from traditional to digital marketing, the success she found promoting Kawasaki motorcycles through one of the first mobile marketing campaigns, and tips she's learned over decades helping businesses connect with customers.
So without further ado, let's get started with our conversation with the one and only Mobile Mary.
Our Guest
https://anotherbrilliantidea.com/https://www.facebook.com/mary.barnett1/https://www.instagram.com/mobilemary/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marybarnett1/
3 hacks to take away
The speaker discussed their journey of starting their marketing business in the late 80s after feeling uninspired in their corporate job, emphasizing the importance of taking action and seeking advice when starting a new venture.
They shared the story of one of their first major successes, a mobile marketing campaign for Kawasaki motorcycles in 2009 that generated over 93,000 new customers through viral opt-ins, highlighting their early recognition of mobile's potential.
The speaker emphasized strategies like cross-promoting with complementary businesses, repurposing content across multiple platforms, and prioritizing self-care and joy through techniques like delegating tasks and writing a book.
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E619 - Lee Smith and Lee Smith - How to Balance Business and Family as Couplepreneurs
In this episode, we get to speak with Lee Smith and Kat Aguilar Smith.
Lee and Kat are the co-founders of dcbx, a global events and entertainment company. They started their journey as professional Latin dancers, touring over 47 states and 6 countries. Now they produce transformational festivals and events around the world under the dcbx brand. In this episode you'll learn about their journey from dancers to entrepreneurs, how they balance business and family as couplepreneurs, and some valuable hacks they've implemented in their lives.
So without further ado, let's dive right into this insightful conversation with Lee and Kat.
Our Guest
http://Www.dcbx.org/
3 Hacks to take away
Lee and Kate started their journey as professional Latin dancers, touring over 47 states and 6 countries together before transitioning to producing transformational festivals and events under their dcbx brand.
As couplepreneurs running a business together, they discussed the importance of having complementary skills and finding time to replenish in order to avoid burnout.
Some valuable hacks they shared include not waiting too long to launch ideas, finding ways to laugh together during difficult times, and making sure to envision 5 and 10 year plans to work towards more free time.
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E618 - Andrea Ervay - How to Build an Elite Mindset for Success in Business Through Daily Routines, Mentorship and Action
In this episode, we get to speak with Andrea Ervay.
Andrea is a business coach and mentor who has been helping entrepreneurs for almost two decades. In this episode, Andrea shares her insights on building an elite mindset for success. She discusses the importance of having strong foundations like daily routines and finding a mentor. Andrea also gives three practical hacks listeners can implement immediately in their business. We learn about Andrea's journey from college athlete to business coach. It's an inspiring discussion on strategizing for success and helping clients grow their businesses.
I hope you enjoy this conversation with Andrea as much as I did.
Our Guest
success.andreaervay.comhttps://www.facebook.com/andrea.ervay/https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaervay/https://www.instagram.com/andreaervay/
3 hacks to take away
It's important for entrepreneurs to develop strong daily routines and habits to set themselves up for success each day. Starting with just 3 tasks like getting out of bed, making your bed and brushing your teeth can make a big difference.
Finding a mentor who is further along in your industry is critical. They can help guide your business strategy and provide valuable feedback and advice from their own experiences.
Attending networking events is a great way to not only find mentors but also build your professional network and tribe of like-minded individuals. This can help you gain exposure and find potential collaborators.
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E617 - Erik Scott - How to Transform Your Health Through Nutrition, Fitness, and Regenerative Medicine
In this episode, we get to speak with Erik Scott.
Eric is a systems engineer with over 20 years of experience designing supercomputers. We'll dive into Eric's journey in the tech industry and how his passion for fitness led him to explore regenerative medicine like stem cell therapy. Eric experienced life-changing results from stem cell treatment for severe back pain. He'll share insights on nutrition, recovery, and goal-setting for health and wellness. We also learn about Eric's hobbies like CrossFit judging and jiu-jitsu.
This will be an insightful discussion on engineering, health transformations, and living your best life. Thanks for tuning in - let's get started!
Our Guest
https://www.instagram.com/eriklscott/
3 Hacks to take away
The guest experienced severe back pain for years due to physical fitness activities and sought stem cell treatment in Colombia after chiropractic care and research showed promise for regenerating discs and tissues.
Pre-work like an anti-inflammatory diet and post-work like physical therapy are important parts of the stem cell treatment process to maximize results and focus the stem cells on repairing injured areas.
Daily discipline around nutrition, fitness, sleep, and making time for self-care are emphasized as important habits for overall well-being, in addition to setting clear goals and finding accountability.
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E616 - Ken Rusk - How to Take Control of Your Future and Live the Life You Want Without Going to College
In this episode, we get to speak with Ken Rusk.
Ken Rusk, is an author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Blue Collar Cash. Ken has over 30 years of experience in business and has helped thousands of people achieve financial freedom by pursuing in-demand careers outside the traditional college path. In this episode, Ken shares his top hack for setting clear goals using visualization. He also discusses how to let supply and demand work for you by finding careers where the demand outweighs the supply. We dive into Ken's journey from digging ditches as a young man to building multiple successful companies. By the end of the episode, you'll have practical tips to take control of your future and live the life you want.
I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation with Ken Rusk.
Our Guest
linkedin.com/in/ken-rusk-2656a7175
kenrusk.com/
3 Hacks to take away
Ken Rusk shares his top hack for setting crystal clear goals using visualization which involves drawing out your ideal future life in detail on a poster board.
Letting supply and demand work for you by finding careers where there is high demand but low supply such as electricians, plumbers, etc.
Ken discusses his journey from digging ditches as a young man to building multiple successful companies, emphasizing that you don't need a college degree to be successful in business.
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E615 - Beate Chelette - How to Architect Your Growth Mindset and Manifest Success Like a Pro
In this episode, we get to speak with Beate Chelette.
Beate Chelette is a renowned growth expert and founder of the Women's Code. Beate will share her incredible journey from photography passion to building a global business and selling it to Bill Gates. She'll also discuss her work helping entrepreneurs architect their growth through personal development and business strategies. We'll cover topics like mindset, manifestation, entrepreneurship, and more. Be sure to stick around until the end for Beate's top growth hacks you can apply today.
It's going to be an insightful conversation so let's get started!
So without further ado, let's jump right into our interview!
Our Guest
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatechelette/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrowthArchitectureLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatecheletteTwitter: https://twitter.com/BeateCheletteYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowthArchitectureWebsite: https://beatechelette.com/
3 Hacks to take away
Fail faster by eliminating non-working methods to work smarter instead of harder. Testing ideas and failing quickly helps optimize processes.
Align your mindset with spirituality through principles of gratitude, giving without expectation of return, and believing in your ability to succeed. This connects you to a higher source and allows the universe to support your goals.
Take action by doing the work, whether that means connecting with people, putting out content, or building your business. Visualizing success is not enough - you must take tangible steps to manifest your dreams.
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