
That Entrepreneur Show
Your time is valuable. That's why we get right to it on our Top 2.5% Podcast, That Entrepreneur Show. Top performers around the world stop by weekly to help you level up. This is the #1 Entrepreneur + Small Business Show! If you’re passionate about business, eager to grow a thriving small business, and hungry for practical tips and proven strategies, That Entrepreneur Show is your ultimate go-to resource!Ranked in the Top 2.5% of Global Podcasts, this show goes beyond the basics, offering real-world insights into the work that business owners face every day. Hosted by Vincent A. Lanci, each episode features captivating interviews with founders, industry leaders, and experts who share their journeys, challenges, and the actionable advice you need to succeed.Whether you're a big dreamer, a high achiever, or just starting out, this show is your weekly “level up” for all things business. From building a solid business plan to scaling and growing your company, That Entrepreneur Show covers it all. You’ll learn how to start a business, secure funding, manage finances, market your brand, grow your customer base, and so much more.With topics ranging from digital marketing and SEO to raising capital, public speaking, and the ins and outs of managing a business, each episode equips you with the tools and knowledge to make smarter decisions and accelerate your entrepreneurial journey.No fluff. Just powerful, practical insights to help you build, grow, and scale your business. Tune in and start transforming your business today!
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Jun 1, 2023 • 27min
Entrepreneur of the Year Recipient V Krishna (VK) Lakkineni Stops By
Voted Entrepreneur of the Year, VK is a digital marketing entrepreneur, Amazon bestselling author, TEDx speaker and a technology enthusiast with a passion for marketing, strategic business growth, and operations. VK’s early agency experience includes implementing digital marketing solutions for some Fortune 500+ companies.Top Skills: Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, CRM, Marketing Automation, Social Media Marketing, SEO / SEM, Google Ads, Content Marketing, Analytics, Sales Force, Hubspot, SEMRush, WebCEO, Mailchimp, Sales Funnels Welcome back to the Top 3% global podcast, That Entrepreneur Show. This is where top founders and decision makers share their expertise and stories, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each week since 2019.Brought to you by speaker coach, Cesar Cervantes - Specializing in helping you get your transformative message to the TEDx stage. Guaranteed. To schedule your free brainstorming session, visit CesarCervantes.tv His entrepreneurial experience include start ups 1) Snap QR a NFC and VR based technology for automotive dealerships and 2) Buddie Golf a golf booking app with real time foursomes and guaranteed low cost bookings. During COVID-19 he produced and Live2Inspire talkshow/podcast which is available on Spotify, Amazon, Apple and YouTube. VK’s efforts earned him a prestigious “Entrepreneur of the Year” award from the local chamber of commerce and three keystone awards including a gold from Canadian home builders association, central interior for his agency’s work with clients in the construction industry. He is also a motivational speaker presented at various conferences as a keynote speaker. He is the recipient of a 2 X Quilly award, an 3 X Expy award in Hollywood for his contributions to arts and communications.Have you signed up for the 100 Lunches Powered by 100 Global Entrepreneurs event yet? There are free tickets along with paid entry that includes courses and books. You do not want to miss this! Head here to sign up.LinkedInEmail: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comWebsiteBooksYouTubeInstagramFacebookLinkedInDigital Editing / Podcast Guests Inquiries, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comAdventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenHappy | httpSupport the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

May 25, 2023 • 20min
How to Sell Better Than Amazon with Sam Mallikarjunan
How to Sell Better than Amazon... yes you read that right.We welcome Sam Mallikarjunan to That Entrepreneur Show- where founders of companies and brands share their journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each week since 2019.Brought to you by speaker coach, Cesar Cervantes - Specializing in helping you get your transformative message to the TEDx stage. Guaranteed. To schedule your free brainstorming session, visit CesarCervantes.tvCheck out Sam's episode on Writing with Authors here.A areas of discussion include:Why he handed out 50k to small businesses Warning signs for burnoutNot being reliant on one source of marketing Why he started, challenging areas of entrepreneurship WEEKLY SPOTLIGHT STORY: As we have an all-star in the Amazon world on the show today, we will look at an article titled, How Selling On Amazon Can Make You A Better Entrepreneur, and then get Sam’s take on it. Follow along here.Meet Mallikarjunan : I help build organizations that drive growth. Enduring companies build engines of growth and teams with the right muscles to test, experiment, and challenge assumptions. Growth isn't a mysterious magic, it should be intentionally and methodically executed.When I look back on my career, it's not the impossible goals I've personally hit or big competitors I've personally beaten that make me the proudest. My greatest definition of professional success is that if I were hit by an asteroid today, I could go to that great CRM in the sky knowing I'd still had an immeasurable impact on the world because of the incredible impact the people I've helped grow will have on the world.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comListen to A Mental Health Break here: https://AMentalHealthBreak.Buzzsprout.comWebsiteLanci's BooksYouTubeInstagramFacebookLinkedInFor Digital Editing / Potential Podcast Guests Inquiries, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comAdventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenHappy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuliSupport the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

May 19, 2023 • 22min
How AirBNB Provided a Niche with Christina Cevetillo
The main areas of discussion this week will be creative design and digital marketing. There are so many sub-areas in these fields, so buckle up. Some of them include: Social Media Marketing, Visual Brand Identity, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), and WordPress Management. Christina Cevetillo joins us as the Founder of Sage Marketing and Media.Other Areas of Discussion-Creating intimate relationships with clients-Psychological connection with clients-AirBNB marketing-How she sets her company apart-Unique value propositions-A deep look into design thinkingThe spotlight story at the end of the show is going to be a great one this week. Since we have a creative design expert with us today, we will discuss an article from Harvard Business School Review titled, 5 Examples of Design Thinking in Business. Follow along here.Cevetillo earned a Bachelors Degree in Marketing and is now a Social Media and Digital Marketing Connoisseur. She will also add value to the show through her work as a licensed financial representative, so stay tuned for a value-filled show.Have you signed up for the 100 Lunches Powered by 100 Global Entrepreneurs event yet? There are free tickets along with paid entry that includes courses and books. You do not want to miss this! Head here to sign up.Guest WebsiteWant to hear authentic stories? Ever wonder what entrepreneurs find most challenging and most rewarding, their tips for success? You came to the right place.That Entrepreneur Show- Top 3% Global Podcast: Where founders of companies and brands share their entrepreneurial journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each week since 2019.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comWebsiteLanci's BooksYouTubeInstagramFacebookLinkedInDigital Editing / Podcast Guests Inquiries, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comAdventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenHappy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuliSupport the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

May 12, 2023 • 26min
Michael LeBlanc Talks Manifestation and Happiness
“Become masterful at how to tune into the energy and consciousness of your success and solutions instead of the consciousness and energy of your problems and struggles.”WELCOME Michael LeBlanc! Consciousness Coach/ Energy Practitioner/ International Speaker-Facilitator/ AuthorFREE & VIP SIGN UP for the 100 Lunches with 100 Global Entrepreneurs event yet. Head here to sign up.Some areas of discussion:-Lessons learned from first business as Part Time Landscaping/ Part Time Social Work-How to create 4 lines of influence-When he knew it was time to launch 2nd Website and Extend Brand-The moment he knew it was time for entrepreneurship This week's spotlight story will cover 10 Local Businesses That Made Our Mardi Gras. Follow along here.Writing with Authors Episode1st Episode on A Mental Health Break2nd Episode on A Mental Health BreakI am Michael LeBlanc Author, Life Coach, Energy Practitioner and Speaker and help others Manifest Better Lives on purpose. I help audiences and individuals align with their Spiritual-Self, their True-Self, their Best Version of Themselves.I am a licensed clinical social worker, and certified life coach with 30 years experience. I am also trained in the practice of Reiki (since 1993) and Ho Oponopono (2015). For the past 15 years I have also been an international business consultant and trainer facilitating leadership, culture change and safety leadership workshops worldwide (30 countries).I have designed and delivered trainings for Fortune 500 Companies such as: Chevron, Corning Incorporated, Saudi Aramco and many others.Website: ManifestwithMichael.comWebsite: DivineDirt.netThat Entrepreneur Show- Top 3% Global Podcast: Where founders of companies and brands share their entrepreneurial journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each Friday since 2019.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comWebsiteLanci's BooksYouTubeInstagramSupport the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

May 6, 2023 • 27min
Kristin Tomasello's Philanthropic Mission as she Competes for Miss Florida
After creating a school in Indonesia to help underprivileged kids, she is now building a school to help those with unique abilities. At the age of eleven Kristin’s life was changed when her father was diagnosed with cancer. This led to sadness, anger, and adolescent confusion. She knew at this moment that her mission would be in life to help transform the lives of others who were devastated by unfortunate circumstances. She has been diagnosed with two autoimmune diseases: Lupus and Hashimoto’s. This hasn’t stopped her.Kristin is now a professional model, motivational speaker, 3x Pageant Title holder, philanthropist, and the Current Miss South Florida.Have you signed up for the 100 Lunches Powered by 100 Global Entrepreneurs event yet? There are free tickets along with paid entry that includes courses and books. You do not want to miss this! Head here to sign up.Other areas of discussion:-Choosing health and happiness over “Fitting in a box”-Working only with givers-How to rebound after having a business stolen from you-Focusing on being gratefulKristin started the company Kristin Tomasello Inc and was the founder of a non-profit that has helped more than 1000 students in Jakarta, Indonesia. She founded a special needs scholarship pageant with the vision to help children gain their confidence.Kristin has been featured in; Chazon Magazine, Cover Girl, Tampa Bay Business and Wealth, and Hair N Motion magazines. Her desire is to help young girls and women rise from the ashes in any situation while turning their pain into purpose. Website: https://www.kristintomasello.com/That Entrepreneur Show- Top 3% Global Podcast: Where founders of companies and brands share their entrepreneurial journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each Friday since 2019.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comWebsiteLanci's BooksYouTubeInstagramFacebookLinkedInDigital Editing / Podcast Guests Inquiries, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comAdventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenHappy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuliSupport the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

Apr 30, 2023 • 28min
Finding True Purpose After Creating Real Estate Investment Firm with Allan Blain
Allan Blain is the former owner and CEO of a $40 million real estate investment company. After realizing that he was not pursuing his true purpose and calling, he launched what he calls his “work-from-anywhere” freedom business, teaching everyday people how to create passive income streams from their phones. Have you signed up for the 100 Lunches Powered by 100 Global Entrepreneurs event yet? There are free tickets along with paid entry that includes courses and books. You do not want to miss this! Head here to sign up.Within just 16 months he had turned a $75 investment into a 6-figure passive income. Today, he has grown his organization to include over 10,000 others spanning 10 countries, producing millions in annual revenue, and representing countless lives that have been positively impacted by his company’s food supplements.Allan thoroughly loves coaching and encouraging other entrepreneurs by sharing past struggles and mistakes he’s overcome, and the mindset and strategies used to massively succeed both in business and at home. Allan is also the host of the top ranked podcast called “Life’s Hard, Succeed Anyway” where his weekly guests share their stories, struggles and strategies used to overcome their adversity and succeed anyway! When he’s not working, Allan can be found hanging out with his family at their Nashville lake home, taking others wake-surfing or fishing, training for a triathlon or dating his wife, Nicole. Allan has been married to Nicole for over 30 years and they have been blessed with 6 children.Launched current business in the Health & Wellness space in 2015.Website: AllanBlain.comThat Entrepreneur Show- Top 3% Global Podcast: Where founders of companies and brands share their entrepreneurial journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each Friday since 2019.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comWebsiteLanci's BooksYouTubeInstagramFacebookLinkedInDigital Editing / Podcast Guests Inquiries, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comAdventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenHappy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuliSupport the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

Apr 26, 2023 • 17min
2023 NFL DRAFT PROSPECT SHED JACKSON SHARES JOURNEY
With the NFL Draft tomorrow, we are bringing on a star Wide Receiver who was training here in Tampa for the big day. Shed Jackson graduated from Auburn with a Supply Chain Management Degree and ran the fastest 40 in the 2023 NFL draft.This Auburn University star hails from Birmingham, Alabama. He went to Hoover High School, where he found success in my football career that led him to an opportunity to play for Auburn University for 5 years.Areas of discussion:Attention to detailLearning from people who have been there beforeSmall improvementsChallenges playing in the SEC with the best of the bestGetting technique down and time management Failure brings successPassion, work ethicJackson graduated with a degree in Supply Chain Management. A little more about Shed: He grew up with his mother and 3 younger brothers who look up to him. He has a dog that is 1 year old and got him last year in college. The spotlight story at the end of the show is going to be a great one. Since we have a star football player and college graduate expert us today, we will discuss an article titled, 5 lessons that football can teach entrepreneurs. Follow along here.InstagramTwitterHave you signed up for the 100 Lunches with 100 Global Entrepreneurs event yet? There are free tickets along with paid entry that includes courses and books. You do not want to miss this! Head here to sign up.That Entrepreneur Show- Top 3% Global Podcast: Where founders of companies and brands share their entrepreneurial journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each Friday since 2019.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comWebsiteYouTubeBooksInstagramFacebookLinkedInDigital Editing / Podcast Guests Inquiries, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comAdventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenHappy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuliSupport the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

Apr 21, 2023 • 19min
Undergoing a Transformation
From the US to South Africa and France, the worldwide BLCKBUTTERFLY returns to share his transformation and rebirth from Sellah to BLCKBUTTERFLY, being signed under a company Jay Z created, best advice for those new to the music scene from his lessons learned, and so much more. Click play to get started!Other areas of discussion:Rebounding from false hopesCultural shocksFinding bright spots even when things don’t work outWhy do complete strangers give better feedback then people you know for yearsAdvice for those in the industry:Why buying streams or followers isn’t for him as BLCKBUTTERFLY - and why you should consider his perspective before you do Instagram doesn’t correlate to the next platformsHow to use free resources with rights usage for you Why Producers and Writers make royalties- not ArtistsListen to SpotifyLink to YouTubeInstagramHave you signed up for the 100 Lunches with 100 Global Entrepreneurs event yet? There are free tickets along with paid entry that includes courses and books. You do not want to miss this! Head here to sign up.That Entrepreneur Show- Top 3% Global Podcast: Where founders of companies and brands share their entrepreneurial journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each Friday since 2019.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comWebsiteYouTubeInstagramFacebookLinkedInDigital Editing / Podcast Guests Inquiries, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comAdventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenHappy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuliSupport the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

Apr 18, 2023 • 30min
2 Students HUSTLE with Hot Food Vending Kiosk
When you were in your late teens, did you have aspirations of creating a product or service? We are bringing on two University of South Florida entrepreneurs who have created something BIG! They are currently offering a $1000 bonus to any qualified location that they can close a deal with.The different models of service that we offer locations, rental model vs deployment model.Specific locations that are doing well include MOSI, Planet Smoothie, and BayCare Hospitals.How they are competing against other teams/progress throughout this entire competitionHUSTLE: The Hustle program is a competition run at USF that gives three teams the opportunity to run their own business with $250,000 in capital backed by a venture capital firm called Chessler Holdings. The business they will run will work with the JustBaked product to help capture a new market in the Tampa Bay Area for innovative automated retail technologies. SmartServe is their company and were selected to be in the top three teams out of around 40 teams. JustBaked: JustBaked is a product created by the company Automated Retail Technologies. It is a hot food vending kiosk that provides hot meals to consumers in less than 60 seconds. These kiosks can be placed at venues to capitalize on high foot traffic locations while providing an amenity to guests at that location. These kiosks have items from White Castle, Wow Bao, and other assorted desserts.We are sitting down with Smart Serve CEO and CFO today.Junayed Jahangir "JJ", CEO (huzefa@justbakedtpa.com): JJ is currently a senior at the University of South Florida majoring in Finance and Accounting. He has worked for Fortune 100 companies and has learned about how businesses can scale. As the former senate president at USF, a candidate for Muma 25 under 25, and a graduate of the Tampa Bay Chamber's Collegiate Leadership Program.Huzefa Johar, CFO (huzefa@justbakedtpa.com): Huzefa is currently a junior at the University of South Florida majoring in Finance and Econometrics/Quantitative Economics with a minor in Entrepreneurship. Guest Website Have you signed up for the 100 Lunches with 100 Global Entrepreneurs event yet? There are free tickets along with paid entry that includes courses and books. You do not want to miss this! Head here to sign up.That Entrepreneur Show- Top 3% Global Podcast: Where founders of companies and brands share their entrepreneurial journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each Friday since 2019.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comWebsiteYouTubeInstagramFacebookSupport the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

Apr 13, 2023 • 35min
Mamba Sports Academy -> NFL -> Health and Wealth with Sheff
From the Mamba Sports Academy, to the grind of earning a spot in the NFL, to now life after football, this week’s entrepreneur is going to bring the value you are looking for. From what everyone else wanted from him to doing what he wanted and putting things in his own handsWhy sales skills and value offered are everything Breaking through our limited beliefsExtending the brand and creating multiple streams of incomeHealth and wealth The 4 C’sTime and place to have a nightlife: Having disciplineThe spotlight story at the end of the show is powerful. We will dive into an article titled, 7 Entrepreneurial Skills Learned From Sports. Follow along here.Check out his interview on A Mental Health Break here!After switching from Private to Public School, he was forced to switch positions because they did not want a black quarterback. He continued to strive for greatness in college, where he started 4th string on depth chart. In just 2 months, he became a starter and paved his road to the NFL.He is an exuberant, competitive leader that amplifies the mindset of a winning attitude towards people around me. "Sheff" is an open-minded thinker that is willing to dissect plans, and strategies that will improve the performance of myself, others and corporate objectives. As a former Professional Athlete, he has been able to translate the ability to apply strong communication skills to lead a team towards a common goal - Grow and Win. He is obsessed with continuous improvement of his craft and competitively driven to succeed which has proven to be contagious within a team environment. He also has a passion for reading and growing his mindset.Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheffsc00kin/Have you signed up for the 100 Lunches with 100 Global Entrepreneurs event yet? There are free tickets along with paid entry that includes courses and books. You do not want to miss this! Head here to sign up.Top 3% Global Podcast: That Entrepreneur Show- Where founders of companies and brands share their entrepreneurial journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each Friday since 2019.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comWebsiteYouTubeHost InstagramFacebookTwitterSupport the showBe sure to subscribe to stay current with our episodes. Want the episode freebie or have a question for our guest or Vincent? Interested in becoming a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.Show Partners:Coming Alive Podcast Production: www.comingalivepodcastproduction.comJohn Ford's Empathy Card Set and App: https://www.empathyset.com/ Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.