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Oct 21, 2024 • 1h 2min
From Being Broke to Managing Celebrities: The Insider Insights - Gary Frayter | Horizon Search 117
Gary Frayter didn’t just manage social media for icons like Mike Tyson—he learned things that changed the way he approaches life and business.
Find out how combat sports shaped his mindset, why he left a secure, high-paying job to explore new opportunities, and what it’s really like to pivot across industries. He also shares the truth about building a personal brand and the role AI plays in today’s social media landscape.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:33 - From 2.1 GPA to Social Media Success
2:44 - Managing Mike Tyson: Behind the Fame
3:40 - LA to Cyprus: A Bold Business Move
7:46 - Entrepreneurship is a Fight: The Brutal Truth
9:42 - Mike Tyson's Punch: Lessons in Life and Business
12:32 - Pivoting: The Secret to Lasting Success
13:57 - Key Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
15:04 - The Hidden Cost of Living Abroad
20:21 - Building a Social Media Empire
29:52 - Why Value Always Wins
35:11 - Must-Have AI Tools for Entrepreneurs
37:00 - How AI Shapes Your Personal Brand
39:17 - What's Next in Social Media: His 3-Year Vision
45:01 - Final Thoughts
Connect with Gary:
https://kronuscommunications.com/
https://www.garyfrayter.com/
https://www.instagram.com/garyfrayter/
https://www.tiktok.com/@gary_frayter
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-frayter-534042100/
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#EntrepreneurshipJourney #GaryFrayter #SocialMediaStrategy #MikeTyson #CombatSports #BusinessPivot #PersonalBranding #LeavingComfortZone #ResilienceInBusiness #DigitalMarketing #SuccessMindset #BehindTheScenes #HorizonSearch

Oct 16, 2024 • 1h 3min
The PR Game Has Changed – Are You Keeping Up? - Edgar Li | Horizon Search 116
Edgar Li's journey has been anything but ordinary. From coding apps to running a nightlife business, he’s taken a winding path that eventually led him to co-found PressCart, a PR platform revolutionizing how stories are told.
He dives deep into the challenges of handling PR crises, debunks the myth of "authenticity" as a universal strategy, and shares how embracing controversy can actually be a game-changer.
If you’ve ever wondered how to repair a damaged reputation or make your story truly resonate, Edgar offers a no-nonsense guide to what really matters in personal branding.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:16 - Startup Struggles
8:20 - Storytelling Hack
12:01 - The Truth About Being 'Authentic'
18:19 - Turn Bad Press to Gold
28:20 - Why Being Real Can Cost You Big
37:57 - How to Cut Through the Noise Online
45:45 - Changing Your Mind is a Power Move
53:38 - The PR Tool You Need
57:07 - The No-BS Guide to Entrepreneurial Success
Connect with Edgar:
https://presscart.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/liedgar/
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#PRStrategies #PersonalBranding #Storytelling #PressCart #EntrepreneurLife #Authenticity #ReputationManagement #PublicRelations #HorizonSearch

Oct 14, 2024 • 53min
Are We Treating Mental Health All Wrong? - Sydney Reece | Horizon Search 115
Is the healthcare system really designed to help you? Sydney Reece, VP of Operations at Mind Body Optimization, challenges the status quo, revealing the hidden flaws in mental health care that most people don’t talk about.
Sydney explores her shift from physical therapy to mental health and focuses on proactive care strategies. She also offers insights into how the industry works behind the scenes.
There’s more to mental health care than meets the eye.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Is Mental Health Care Failing Us?
1:51 - From PT Student to Therapy Pro
6:29 - How Mental Health Hits the Body
9:25 - Procrastination is Trauma
11:15 - COVID’s Mental Health Wake-Up Call
13:33 - Lost in the Mental Health System
15:21 - Therapy’s Hidden Costs
22:38 - Psychedelics: Future of Therapy?
28:03 - Ketamine: Miracle or Myth?
29:14 - Therapy vs. Business
37:00 - Beating Bureaucracy to Save Lives
42:52 - Mental Health Starts with Kids
44:15 - Your Tribe = Your Mental Health
Connect with Sydney:
https://mindbodyo.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sydney-reece-59425a16b/
https://www.facebook.com/mindbodyoptimization.mbo
https://www.instagram.com/mindbodyop/
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#MentalHealthMatters #HealthcareReform #ProactiveHealth #LifeChanges #MentalWellness #BusinessAndHealth #SelfGrowth #ChooseYourPath #HorizonSearch

Oct 9, 2024 • 54min
The Prince Who Quit Royalty to Revolutionize Blockchain - Federico D'Annunzio | Horizon Search 114
Ever wondered how a royal sheds their title to chase a tech dream? Federico D'Annunzio, the brains behind Traent.com, did just that.
Discover his journey from Italian royalty to becoming a trailblazer in the world of blockchain technology, and learn how blockchain is revolutionizing industries like real estate, manufacturing, and ESG compliance. He also dives into the future of AI and blockchain integration.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
3:45 - Machines, Blockchain & A Bold Leap
7:12 - Ethics: The Secret Business Weapon
12:30 - Blockchain Explained
16:00 - Killing Waste, Boosting Profits
20:45 - Industries Will Never Be the Same
25:12 - AI + Blockchain = The Future
30:30 - Ethical Business is the New Empire
35:40 - Biggest Blockchain Obstacles
40:20 - How Blockchain Saves the Planet
44:00 - The Most Secure System Ever?
50:00 - Future-Proof Your Business
Connect with Federico:
https://traent.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/federico-dannunzio/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/traent/
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#BlockchainInnovation #EthicalBusiness #PrinceToCEO #FedericoDAnnunzio #Traent #AIandBlockchain #FutureOfBusiness #Transparency #ESG #DecentralizedSystems #IndustrialRevolution #SustainableBusiness #HorizonSearch

Oct 7, 2024 • 53min
Let Your Business Run Itself - Bradley Hamner | Horizon Search 113
Bradley Hamner, Founder of BlueprintOS and host of the Above the Business Podcast, shares his powerful journey from burnout to building a business that operates independently of his direct effort.
After experiencing panic attacks and considering leaving entrepreneurship altogether, Bradley realized working harder wasn't the solution. But what is?
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
03:06 - Mindset Shift That Changed Things
10:10 - Secret to Explosive Business Growth
15:03 - Blueprint That Runs My Business for Me
19:09 - Burnout Warning
29:49 - Why Entrepreneurs Fail
37:04 - Million-Dollar Success Stories
42:00 - Bold Vision for the Future of Business
Connect with Bradley:
https://www.abovethebusiness.co/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyhamner/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/blueprintos/?trk=ppro_cprof
https://www.facebook.com/blueprintos
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#EntrepreneurLife #BusinessGrowth #ScalingBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #SmallBusinessTips #WorkLifeBalance #BurnoutRecovery #BusinessSuccess #BusinessSystems #BusinessCoach #HustleSmart #ProductivityHacks #MindsetShift #BlueprintForSuccess #BusinessAutomation #HorizonSearch

Oct 3, 2024 • 36min
From Self-Funded to Traditional: Which Business Model Fits You? - Karen Spencer | Horizon Search 112
In this episode, we sit down with Karen Spencer, former COO of SearchFunder and expert in acquisition entrepreneurship.
Karen shares insights into the evolving search fund space, including the rise of diligence funds and how entrepreneurs can choose the best path—whether traditional, self-funded, or incubator models. She also discusses trends in the industry and the vital role of mentorship for long-term success.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:23 - Search Fund Evolution
7:01 - Choosing a Model
8:32 - Industry Trends
10:25 - Karen's Background
12:09 - Current Ventures
14:57 - Future of Search Funds
Connect with Karen:
https://fetchstrategies.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenyspencer/
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#Entrepreneurship #SearchFunds #BusinessAcquisition #DiligenceFunds #Podcast #BusinessGrowth #Mentorship #AcquisitionEntrepreneurship

Oct 2, 2024 • 54min
The Influence Playbook Insights - Vladimir Bushin | Horizon Search 111
In this podcast episode, Vladimir Bushin breaks down the true essence of negotiation and influence in business, challenging common misconceptions.
From respectful collaboration to the power of nurturing, Vladimir shares invaluable insights into how these principles can improve decision-making and foster trust in both sales and leadership.
Tune in to explore how top business leaders effectively communicate and create lasting agreements.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:20 - What is Negotiation?
06:45 - The Role of Respect in Business
13:10 - How Influence Impacts Leadership
21:30 - Overcoming Sales Objections
30:50 - Building Trust in Sales & Negotiations
41:15 - Practical Influence Strategies
Connect with Vladimir:
https://www.businessrelationshipscoach.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladimirbushin/
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#Negotiation #Leadership #Influence #BusinessStrategy #SalesTactics #RespectInBusiness #Reciprocity #BuildingTrust #CommunicationSkills #BusinessGrowth #EmotionalIntelligence #NegotiationTips #InfluenceInBusiness #ProfessionalDevelopment

Sep 25, 2024 • 35min
Elon Musk's Superpowers: You Can Unlock Them Too - Paul Daniels | Horizon Search 110
Paul Daniels is a business leader and keynote speaker with almost four decades of experience helping companies challenge conventional thinking.
His expertise spans 31 industries and 27 countries, where he has influenced startups and Fortune 500 companies.
Paul’s clients have generated over $2.5 billion in new annual revenue through his guidance.
He emphasizes the importance of resourcefulness, collaboration, and breaking free from limiting beliefs that affect personal and organizational growth.
Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:15 You Can Achieve Anything You Can Imagine00:45 Superpower Of The Most Famous People: Dyslexia02:37 The Best Innovators Are Outsiders04:35 Peripheral Vision Helped Them Get A $15M Deal07:20 The 4-Minute Exercise To Unlock Dyslexic Superpower12:58 Peripheral Thinking Explained14:35 The More Aware You Are, The Better Your Life Becomes16:18 The Best Solution To Save Time & Energy: Ask For Help18:35 Test Your Limits & Invest In Mentors21:46 You Have Everything You Need To Start24:04 The Most Rewarding Habit You Can Unlock26:01 Ask Yourself: "What Can I Learn From Them?"26:53 You Have Two Choices: Adapt To Changes Or Create Them28:57 Don't Limit Yourself30:45 It Is All Connected32:20 Outro
Connect with Paul:Paul's WebsiteLinkedInYouTube
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Sep 23, 2024 • 35min
"How I Build Best Performing Teams In Business" - Yvette Owo | Horizon Search 109
Yvette Owo has over 18 years of experience working with Fortune 500 companies and has led teams at powerhouse firms like PwC and Accenture.
She founded YOLO Accounting, a comprehensive accounting and financial services firm.
Her company offers various services, including tax strategy, bookkeeping, financial planning, and complex financial calculations for growing businesses.
The name of her company, YOLO Accounting, reflects her philosophy that "You Only Live Once," and her aim is to help clients "make more and stress less" by entrusting their financial matters to her team of experts.
Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:18 Yvette's Background02:07 Surround Yourself With People Who Care About You03:55 The Biggest Life Hack I Discovered06:10 My Top Productivity Hacks11:22 Why Is Time = Money For Entrepreneurs13:23 Workshop: How To Buy An Accounting Practice16:50 Acquisition Entrepreneurship: Two Biggest Misconceptions20:24 You Can't Scale Your Company Without This21:41 Challenges I Experienced While Getting Acquisition Deal26:04 Becoming CEO Of A New Company: What To Do In The First 100 Days33:43 Outro
Connect with Yvette:XLinkedIn
Workshop:Workshop on Buying an Accounting Practice
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Sep 18, 2024 • 29min
If You Want To Leave Your 9-5, You Must Understand This - Kate Bernal | Horizon Search 108
Kate Bernal is a financial freedom coach and online business strategist who helps 9-to-5 professionals in Canada and the United States unlock their path from $0 to wealth.
Kate offers two main programs:
The Financial Freedom System: Aimed at professionals aged 25-45, this program helps individuals achieve financial independence to pursue their passions and live life on their own terms.
The Online Solopreneur System: This program assists 9-to-5 professionals in building online businesses to gain more freedom without compromising financial security or requiring expert skills.
Her background includes:
Over 18 years of experience working with Fortune 500 companies and multi-billion dollar businesses
A serial solopreneur since the age of 12
A Master of Science in Management degree, obtained as a Fulbright Scholar
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Systems Engineering
Six Sigma expertise
Certification as a Scrum Master (CSM)
Kate's professional experience spans various roles, including leadership positions in tech and non-tech teams at companies such as Dell Technologies, Citibank, KPMG, Hutchison Ports, and Plastic Omnium.
Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:33 My Early Career Mistakes1:18 The Netflix Documentary: What the Health4:21 I Am An Entrepreneur Since I Was 127:24 One-On-One Mentorship: The Best Way To Transform Your Life09:31 How I Use AI In Every Aspect Of My Life14:24 You Must Check Your AI Outputs18:40 The Biggest Mistake That Changed My Life23:46 How I Help People Start A Profitable Online Business27:08 My Plan For The Future28:42 Outro
Connect with Kate:XLinkedInWebsite
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