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Dr. Bill Dorfman™ (or drbilldorfman™) Podcast presents Meet the Mentor® series is a weekly podcast that showcases mentors in many fields and industries that share their experiences with New York Times Best-Selling author and celebrity dentist, the founder of The LEAP Foundation, Dr. Bill Dorfman.

Dr. Bill Dorfman™ (or drbilldorfman™) Podcast presents Meet the Mentor® series Leap Foundation

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Dr. Bill Dorfman™ (or drbilldorfman™) Podcast presents Meet the Mentor® series is a weekly podcast that showcases mentors in many fields and industries that share their experiences with New York Times Best-Selling author and celebrity dentist, the founder of The LEAP Foundation, Dr. Bill Dorfman.

    Peter Schoeder's Journey to Success: From Denmark DJ to Tech Entrepreneur

    Peter Schoeder's Journey to Success: From Denmark DJ to Tech Entrepreneur

    This episode's guest is Peter Schroeder. Here are some of the highlights of the podcast with host, Dr. Bill Dorfman.
    Peter Schroeder -

    Danish native who started as a DJ at age 9.

    Progressed from party gigs to international club events; became one of Denmark’s top DJs.

    Founded his own record label before venturing into technology entrepreneurship.

    Has earned over 20 platinum records and received triple nominations at the Danish DJ awards.

    Peter Schroeder's Latest Venture - Telzio Technology:
    A pre-unicorn unified communications company creating cloud-based telephone systems simplifying repetitive tasks through AI integration.

    Personal Insights & Experiences Shared by Peter Sc:

    Survived both a plane crash and raising twins (jokingly debates which was harder).

    Transitioned from music industry success into tech entrepreneurship due to passion for coding and technology.

    Key Discussion Points in The Interview:
    Early Career:
    Started as a child DJ leading up until working globally in late teens.
    Sold his record label after establishing it successfully.
    Telzio Technology Explained:
    Cloud-based telephony service offering call processing, text messaging inbound calls management with queues/messages/AI features including conference calling capabilities.

    Challenges Faced & Overcoming Adversity:

    Emphasizes self-learning without mentorship initially but acknowledges its value later on in life.

    Discusses learning how SEO works organically instead of spending on advertising due to budget constraints against major competitors like AT&T or Verizon.


    Business Growth Trajectory & Ethos:
    Offers insight into customer acquisition via organic growth strategies such as word-of-mouth referrals and SEO optimization rather than paid advertising campaigns. – Advocates equality-minded business model providing all users access to enterprise-level features regardless of their size or payment capacity—emphasizing fair competition opportunity between small startups vs established corporations – Shares plans about maintaining lean operations focusing on quality over quantity when it comes to hiring employees while prioritizing smart talent acquisition strategy paying above-average market rates ensuring employee investment within the company culture

    Engagement with Listeners/Youth Entrepreneurs: Encourages listeners interested in reaching out or seeking mentorship/guidance directly via his personal website where he is open for communication across various social media platforms.
    This episode provides valuable insights not only into starting and scaling a tech venture but also emphasizes strategic thinking behind branding (naming), marketing without large budgets (SEO mastery), managing growth sustainably while fostering an inclusive product/service offering accessible across varying customer scales—from individual entrepreneurs/DJs like himself once was—to multinational giants such as Facebook or Airbnb amongst others mentioned during conversation throughout podcast runtime duration today!
    Connect with Peter: For those inspired by Peter's story wishing connect further they may do so visiting peterschroeder.com

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    • 25 min
    A Conversation with Daniel Gestetner

    A Conversation with Daniel Gestetner

    Daniel is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 25 years of technology, retail and consumer goods experience. The past few years have been spent focused on Digital Disruption and E-commerce + omni-channel businesses in consumer goods industry

    In 2017 Daniel was part of the founding team of Byte - a Direct to Consumer Dental Aligner Brand. The team build the business over three years and exited in December 2020 for $1.04bn. www.byteme.com

    Daniel is also the co-founder and co-CEO of dLuxury Brands. dLuxury invests in Digitally Native Brands + has an accelerator to help turbo charge digital marketing for brands. www.dluxurybrands.com

    Daniel also advises a number of Private Equity funds on acquisitions and Investments in the Digital space, and advises and sits on multiple Boards.

    Daniel has spoken at many conferences around the world, been featured in many news outlets, and has represented the UK Government as an ambassador for trade and industry in a major advertising campaign they ran. Daniel was invited to join the Prime Minister, David Cameron’s trip to China in 2013 and met many Chinese Dignitaries. Daniel has been involved in many Charities, including being a member of the Board of the Weizmann Institute of Science for 10 years and Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (RADA) for 5 years. Daniel is an active member of the YPO (Young Presidents Organisation), an invite-only business group comprised of business leaders from around the world.
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    • 27 min
    Michael Schonbuch - Trial Lawyer

    Michael Schonbuch - Trial Lawyer

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    • 27 min
    LEAP Week 2023 Spotlight: Beverly D'Angelo

    LEAP Week 2023 Spotlight: Beverly D'Angelo

    Beverly D'Angelo is an American actress who starred as Ellen Griswold in the National Lampoon's Vacation films (1983–2015).[1] She has appeared in over 60 films and was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for her role as Patsy Cline in Coal Miner's Daughter (1980), and for an Emmy Award for her role as Stella Kowalski in the TV film A Streetcar Named Desire (1984). D'Angelo's other film roles include Sheila Franklin in Hair (1979) and Doris Vinyard in American History X (1998).
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    • 45 min
    LEAP Week 2023 Spotlight: Chris, Michelle and Shane

    LEAP Week 2023 Spotlight: Chris, Michelle and Shane

    Retrospective of different career paths from professionals at LEAP 2023.
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    • 54 min
    Jim Kwik - Expert on Speed Reading & Brain Optimization

    Jim Kwik - Expert on Speed Reading & Brain Optimization

    Jim Kwik is an internationally acclaimed authority in the realm of brain optimization, memory improvement and accelerated learning. With over 30 years of experience, Jim has dedicated his life to helping people tap into their brain’s full potential. From overcoming learning challenges after a childhood brain injury, Jim embarked on a journey with the mission to leave no brain behind. Through his teachings, Jim inspires others to unlock their inner genius, empowering them to live a life of greater power, productivity, and purpose.

    This November, Jim is unveiling an expanded edition of his New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller, "Limitless - Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, Unlock Your Exceptional Life." Since its debut in 2020, "Limitless" has emerged as a touchstone in the field, garnering praise from global thought leaders and luminaries. The book has equipped countless readers with tools for unparalleled productivity, personal transformation, and professional triumph – including the future of work, brain nutrition, brain types, and how AI will impact our daily lives. This new edition is tailored for those keen on staying ahead in our fast-changing world.
    Recognized globally for his expertise in brain empowerment and renowned as the world's #1 brain coach, Jim’s influence is vast. Through Kwik Learning, present in 195 countries, he's revolutionizing global learning methods. From students and tech mavens to CEOs, from Hollywood celebrities to professional athletes, Jim's teachings resonate with a diverse audience. Industry giants like Google, Virgin, Nike, SpaceX and 20th Century Fox, along with institutions like Harvard and the United Nations, have embraced his methodologies. His collaborations with entities such as the U.S. Air Force and the Cleveland Clinic further highlight the extensive scope of his influence.

    Jim is also behind the phenomenal success of the podcast "Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik." His podcast boasts millions of listeners and more than 60 million downloads, and is a testament to his ability to connect and inspire.

    Jim's passion transcends personal success. His dedication to global education and brain health is remarkable, having spearheaded initiatives for Alzheimer's research and school construction worldwide. In collaboration with organizations like Pencils of Promise and The Unstoppable Foundation, Jim ensures that underserved children globally receive essential resources, from education to clean water.

    https://kwikbrain.com/


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    • 34 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
43 Ratings

43 Ratings

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Great content with amazing guest speakers. Whenever I listen, I am constantly absorbing helpful information which I am able to utilize and share with others.

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