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Jul 8, 2021 • 49min

647: Dr. Valerie Fridland | Building Connections Through Linguistics

To some degree we all hold a linguistic bias, but if we can learn what they are in ourselves and others, it could help us build better relationships. Dr. Valerie Fridland is Professor of sociolinguistics at the University of Nevada. An expert on the relationship between language and society, her work has appeared in numerous academic journals and scholarly collections.She is co-author of the book, Sociophonetics and lead editor of three volumes on Western states English. Her language blog, Language in the Wild, is featured on Psychology Today, and her lecture series, Language and Society, is available from The Great Courses. She is also working on her first book for a popular audience, I Hate When You Say That!Let’s dive right in and learn from the expert how we can build connections by understanding linguistics.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:23] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Dr. Valerie Fridland Valerie gives a bit of her background  Daughter to French speaking parents  Aware of the social significance of language Getting a PhD in linguistics [04:24 - 24:43] Building Connections Through Linguistics The role language plays in your surroundings Making people feel more connected  Classifying yourself  Costing you jobs and judgeships  The importance of understanding how linguistics works There is not a wrong or right way  Where linguistic bias originated Power and prestige The way you react to speech  Practical ways we can connect without linguist bias Example through fill-pauses: Ums and uhs  Get to know your linguistic style The example of ‘like’ A word from our Sponsor  [24:44 - 41:12] Building Your Network Who you know, or what you know? The what is important as a professor  Who you know is vital to building a business  Valerie uses me as an example for a linguistic test What to do with linguistic information Revealing who they spend the most time with A connection that has impacted Valerie’s path An embarrassing moment that led to something significant The importance of mentors in Valerie’s experience Always building off of other people  Asking, What can I learn?  Valerie’s number one networking tip Be genuine Build relationships not transactions [41:13 - 48:27] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Valerie Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “The thing we learn growing up about languages is that there’s a right way to speak it and a wrong way to speak it and that’s the biggest fallacy that’s out there…” - Dr. Valerie Fridland “I can’t imagine any job or field, or even life situation, where having someone walk in those shoes, before you, isn’t helpful… Everything I do builds on something that someone else did.” - Dr. Valerie FridlandResources Mentioned:  Language Log Lexicon Valley Psychology Today Connect and engage with Dr. Fridland on https://www.valeriefridland.com/ and learn more interesting facts about linguistics in our daily lives. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 7, 2021 • 1min

646: MASHUP | Get Your Game Face On (Ft. Sam Acho, Trent Shelton, and Matt Barnes)

Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 6, 2021 • 44min

645: Emily Chang | How Asking the Right Questions Can Build a Brand Like Apple

When you get comfortable asking uncomfortable questions, you may be surprised about what you learn and how it can benefit others. Emily Chang is currently the CEO for McCann Worldgroup, China, and previously served as the Chief Marketing Officer for Starbucks, China, and the Chief Commercial Officer for InterContinental Hotels group, Greater China.Earlier in her career, she led Retail Marketing for Apple in Asia-Pacific and began her career with eleven years at Procter & Gamble. She is an action-oriented visionary known for cross-cultural team engagement, innovative brand building, and authentic people leadership. She is also the author of the book, Spare Room.A true world-class leader, I can’t wait for you to jump in and find out more about how asking the right questions can build a brand like apple.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:37] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Emily Chang Emily gives a bit of her background  Growing up as an immigrant Navigating relationships and home-life The pressure to succeed and excel A hidden desire to become an oncologist  [06:38 - 13:57] Asking Unfiltered Questions  Emily talks about what drove her to go into finance Brand management as a redirect Asking the right questions Don’t fear failure  Leverage learning through asking Building meaningful connections Always finding a way to add value  A word from our Sponsor  [20:51 - 27:15] How to Build A Consistent Brand Emily talks about how to keep a brand consistent at a large scale Being operational How humility comes into play  Focus outward not inward Asking the right questions Leaving a legacy  Stop focusing in on the ‘selling’ Ask what legacy you want to leave with people  Give people something to stand for Contribute more than you consume  [27:16 - 38:34] Building Your Network Who you know or what you know? How you approach things may be more important than the what or who Remember to surround yourself with the right people How relationships led to opportunities in Emily’s life Learning from mentors How to add value to people above you The impact of organic networking Genuine questions and curiosity Asking what you can add [38:35 - 48:27] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Emily  Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “I think I was always interested in constantly building connections with people and seeing where I could add value with what I had to offer.” - Emily Chang“I just learned to ask, and I think early on I was exposed to the difference between learning and failure… If I can learn something, and then I can turn around and leverage what I’ve learned, and it benefits someone else, I would consider that success.” - Emily Chang“My job is not to innovate and make a name for myself, my job is to pay tribute to this brand and bring it to life in the best that I can in the context that I find myself in.” - Emily ChangResources Mentioned: The Spare Room - by Emily ChangConnect and engage with Emily on LinkedIn. Check out https://www.mccannworldgroup.com/ and learn how YOUR brand can play a meaningful role in people’s lives!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 5, 2021 • 49min

644: Bill Ham | How to Make Money on Your First Deal

Education and preparation is key, but when the opportunity arises to put it to action, don’t hesitate, just go for it! Bill Ham is the Chief Operating Officer and the driving force behind Broadwell Property Group.He has more than 20 years’ experience in Real Estate with a proven track record of identifying, acquiring, operating, and divesting of large footprint Multifamily Housing. Bill educates others by taking his skills as a Real Estate Entrepreneur and sharing them through speaking, and his latest book, Creative Cash. Let’s dive into Bill’s expertise and learn how to make money on your first deal in whatever market you choose.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:08] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Bill Ham Bill gives a bit of his background  Difficulty with social interactions  Coming from a family of physicians  Bit by the aviation bug  Became a corporate pilot first Seeing that there was real money in real estate [04:09 - 20:50] Preparation, Education, Execution  Bill talks about getting his first deal  It took one year to land a deal  Starting off with education  Preparation vs. action There is no true balance When the opportunity arises, just take it Early missteps no one prepares you for Analyzing deals in a narrow way  Paying twice more for a building then he should have Having no exit strategy  Making money on a deal Create value with the buy Make money with the sell Example through aviation  Bill talks about his experience starting out in real estate Reiterating the importance of an exit strategy  Bill’s advice for people who want to get into the real estate market  Get started with education  Practice as soon as possible  Information not motivation  A word from our Sponsor  [20:51 - 41:53] How to Make Money on Your First Deal Where to get started with your education Start with the low price and work your way up Throw everything at the wall and choose what sticks  Practice is an important part of the process Learn through failure  Advice from Bill on finding the right people onto a deal Be careful when you pick your LP  Vet the underwriting Who you know or what you know  Knowing someone vs. bringing value  Bringing the what as value to the who How to audit your value as a newcomer Can you be outsourced? What education do you bring? What do you have that no one else does? When a relationship led to success for Bill Helping high net worth people build a coaching business Making good partnerships Don’t just hire yes-men Seats in the bus analogy  [41:54 - 48:27] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Bill Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “There’s right now and there’s yesterday and that’s about it… there’s never going to be that perfect time. If you want to prepare as much as you can then educate yourself as much as you can.” - Bill Ham“You create value when you buy, you make money when you sell.” - Bill Ham“Spend your hustle before you spend your dollars… Go and get out there…” - Bill HamResources Mentioned:  Creative Cash - by Bill Ham Rich Dad, Poor Dad Connect and engage with Bill on LinkedIn. Check out https://broadwellpropertygroup.com/ to learn more.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 3, 2021 • 45min

643: Sabrina Horn | Make It, Don't Fake It

We’ve all heard the phrase, ‘fake it till you make it,’ but this is no recipe for long term success. Here to talk about a better way is Sabrina Horn. Sabrina is an award-winning CEO, C-suite advisor, communications expert, and author.With only $500 and five years of work experience, she founded Horn Group, a public relations firm that for a quarter century, advised thousands of executives and their companies—from the hottest startups to the Fortune 500. What attributed to her success is that she learned to exemplify authenticity for her teams and clients. Jump right into this episode and learn from Sabrina’s proven ‘Horn Strategy’ how you can make it and not have to fake it.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:52] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Sabrina Horn Bio Sabrina gives a bit of his background  Shy and struggling in communication  German as a first language A daughter to two chemists Growing resilience  College life into adulthood [05:53 - 16:25] Make it, Don’t Fake it The value of internships and mentorship for Sabrina A vital part of honing in on how to apply skills to a career Instrumental in moving away from the corporate world Making the jump to set out on your own Learn to become a business person When to learn a new skill vs. hiring out the weakness Remember your functions and passions The importance of building a private network Balancing authenticity with giving stability to your team Your employees expect you to lead Have the conversations with the right people Show humility and approachability  A good CEO Asking all the right questions Creating a culture of collaboration A word from our Sponsor [16:26 - 34:53] How to Make it The only female CEO in Silicon Valley in the 90’s A head full of steam  Never compensate for your gender Gender bias will still come into play Straightforward in authenticity Who you know or what you know? It depends on your phase of life  A connection that led to success for Sabrina Her first client  Navigating that first meeting Disarm fear and organize risk Finding the right customers  Narrow down what you do well How to make it Write a well-focused business plan Know yourself Commit to being honest with yourself and others How to build relationships with higher people  How to reach out  Encouraging your team to have mentors Build off of chemistry [34:54 - 44:29] Closing Segment The best way to reach out to someone  Just ask Be specific with what you want help with ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Sabrina Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “I built up a network of people who really help me go through some tough spots… it can be lonely being a CEO.. it’s really vital to develop that private, personal network of mentors or advisors.” - Sabrina Horn“The key is to show humility and approachability… A good CEO is not necessarily a person who has all the answers, but who asks all the right questions, and entertains the ideas and solutions.” - Sabrina HornResources Mentioned:  Make it, Don’t Fake It Good to Great The Hard Thing About Hard Things Connect and engage with Sabrina on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Check out https://sabrinahorn.com/ and learn the Horn Strategy to authentic leadership.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 2, 2021 • 11min

642: BYN Breakdown | How to ACTUALLY make Money Podcasting

Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 1, 2021 • 52min

641: Dr. Ron Friedman | How to Decode Greatness

There is so much incredible, winning work out there, so how can you tap into it and evolve it? Ron Friedman is an award-winning psychologist who has served on the faculty of the University of Rochester, and has consulted for political leaders, nonprofits, and many of the world’s most recognized brands.His research has appeared in major newspapers, including the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Globe and Mail, the Guardian, as well as magazines such as Harvard Business Review and Psychology Today. Today, his focus is on helping people succeed fast by studying strategies from high-performers which he breaks down in his most recent book, Decoding Greatness.Let’s dive into Dr. Friedman’s expertise and learn how you can decode greatness!Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 04:47] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Dr. Ron Friedman Bio Dr. Friedman gives a bit of his background  Born in Israel, came to US at the age of 7 Raised on different values than peers Prone to taking risk and receive criticism Brains wiring to want to fit in Enamored with music  [04:48 - 16:48] How to Decode Greatness Dr. Friedman talks about what it means to decode greatness Learning what’s different about the people you look up to The approaches of the process Debunking the ‘steal art’ formula Look to expertise then evolve the formula How it applies to everyday life The balance between focusing on strengths and knowing when to keep at it Look at your financial runway first Don’t underestimate what you can actually do Take a swing and see what you get  Think of the people around you It may be time to step out of your comfort zone A word from our Sponsor [16:49 - 30:32] How to Evolve Winning Formulas Dr. Friedman talks about the similarities and differences from his books Bridging the gap between what’s taught vs. how organizations operate Borrowing winning formulas and evolving them Your vision meets your ability How to choose the right people to decode Collect  Analyze Combine Valuable resources Digging deeper into someone’s style Templatize it  Gamify it A/B Testing [30:33 - 39:24] Networking with Greatness; How to Speak to Experts The role of building relationships with great people  Navigating the curse of knowledge  Curate questions that shrink your ego Ask for advice, not feedback How to get good, honest feedback  Frame the question specifically  Focus on improvement [39:25 - 51:26] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? What = quality, Who = commercial success Dr. Friedman talks about the state of his networking ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Dr. Friedman Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “I feel like so many of us are taught that we need to fit in, and then it becomes harder for us to do the things necessary to be a successful entrepreneur.” - Dr. Ron Friedman“It’s really a process of asking, ‘what is it about this that’s unique, and how do I apply this to my work?’” - Dr. Ron FriedmanResources Mentioned:  Decoding Greatness The Best Place to Work Pocket Connect and engage with Dr. Friedman on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Check out https://www.ronfriedmanphd.com/ to learn more strategies for success!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 30, 2021 • 26min

640: MASHUP | The Struggle Is Real (ft. Jessica Zimmerman, Levi Lusko, and Akshay Nanavati)

Get a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/network Offer valid through June 30th, 2021.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischapell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischapel.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website a travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 29, 2021 • 45min

639: Jordan Mederich | Why Execution is More Important than Ideas

You have an idea, and that idea has the potential to storm the market, but it won’t go anywhere unless you know how to move the needle.I have the pleasure of talking with Jordan Mederich, founder of DropFunnels, one of the fastest online marketing platforms today. Jordan is the kind of person who doesn’t just create, but disrupts and innovates inside the world of advertising. He’s also an award-winning filmmaker with his content seen on Netflix, Amazon Prime, NBC, CBS, ABC, and many more.Let’s dive in to start moving that needle and learn from Jordan why execution is more important than ideas.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:16] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Jordan Mederich Bio Go to https://travischappell.com/coaching and let’s chat! Jordan gives us a bit of his background Child to a pastor and teacher Odd jobs leading to lifelong skills [05:17 - 21:33] Why Execution is More Important than Ideas Luck vs. skill Permission theory The importance of preparation  Building off of failure Becoming fearless about failure Jordan talks about going into adult life  Taking on bartering  College life Realizing the importance for marketing If you build it they will not come Out-marketing competition  Understanding what a person wants Making it on Netflix Putting up a documentary  When it ‘clicks’ The idea and execution of DropFunnels The psychology without the tech  The exponential growth  A word from our Sponsor [21:24 - 33:34] How to Structure Your Offers  Jordan talks about structuring your offers Identifying the major pain points of the market Align with your offer Jordan’s advice for something that isn’t selling The big 3 hinges  Traffic Conversion Ascension [33:35 - 44:26] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Who you know is impacted by the what Don’t put people on a pedestal  How to approach people to network ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Jordan Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “It’s important to look back and look at where your skills came from, and how each block just stacks to build your empire.” - Jordan Mederich“No business is ever really less difficult than any other business model… I always encourage people to be in alignment with your offers because it’s going to fuel you everyday.” - Jordan MederichResources Mentioned: DropFunnelsConnect and engage with Jordan on DropFunnel Facebook Group or shoot an email to jordan@dropfunnels.com. Check out https://jordanmederich.com/ and start executing your best ideas!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 28, 2021 • 39min

638: Jeff Wald | The End of Jobs

One of the scariest things in the world may be deciding to leave a job and start out on your own, but that fear could be just what you need to push forward.Jeff Wald is a writer, speaker, investor and serial entrepreneur. Jeff has founded several technology companies, including WorkMarket, an enterprise software platform that enables companies to manage freelancers. He now serves as an adviser to several companies and entities including the X-Prize’s Rapid Re-skilling Initiative. He is also the author of the #1 Amazon Best Seller, The End of Jobs: The Rise of On-Demand Workers and Agile Corporations. Let’s dive in and learn from Jeff if and how the entrepreneurial journey could be for you.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 06:02] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Jeff Wald Bio Jeff gives us a bit of his background Math vs. art  Growing up afraid and finding his way Starting down a career in finance Negative pushes from parents  Working up in finance leading to Harvard Business School  [06:03 - 20:35] How to Know it’s Time to Become an Entrepreneur Jeff’s thoughts on college An overvalued pathway Not all people need a 4 year college The value of trade school What shifted for Jeff to pivot out of 9 to 5 and into entrepreneurship From venture capitalist to his first company  Discovering the freelance and entrepreneurial route A waking passion to solve a problem The hard reality you should be taking on board Balance between safe and going all in No clear line, don’t over analyze it Share your ideas everywhere From an investor standpoint A word from our Sponsor [20:36 - 33:01] The End of Jobs Who you know, or what you know? You’ll never know enough for the ‘what’ Who you know opens doors Teaching kids how to network Fixed vision vs. flexibility getting there Set up your guardrails as a leader Think about your how No questioning the what A connection that led to success Meeting with Fred Wilson When to keep going and when to call it When people aren’t giving you money How mentorship has impacted your journey? No mentors, but an investor  The importance of coaches Building a community  How to build your network from scratch? Look for existing infrastructure Look for groups and resources [33:02 - 38:29] Closing Segment ThE RaNdOm RoUnD How to engage with Jeff Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “I am scared. Scared that I'll make the wrong decisions, and will pick the right business problem. I'm scared that people will think of it and beat us, I'm scared. But that fear is a great motivator.” - Jeff Wald“All you can bet on as an investor is you and your ability to listen and to adapt, because everything you know is wrong.You just don’t know how it’s wrong.” - Jeff WaldResources Mentioned:  End of Jobs WorkMarket The Opportunity Network Connect and engage with Jeff on LinkedIn and Twitter. Check out https://www.jeffwald.com/ to learn more.Check out fresh, weekly episodes of Sit Down Startup by Zendesk on Apple, Google, and Spotify, or check out their site over at https://www.zendesk.com/campaign/sitdownstartup/ to learn more!Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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