SharkPreneur

Solving Amazon Seller Woes: The Riverbend Consulting StoryLesley Hensell, Riverbend Consulting– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1034 Lesley HensellLesley Hensell is co-founder of Riverbend Consulting, whose 85+employees solve problems fore-commerce sellers. Lesley over sees Riverbend’s service team, and she has personally helped hundreds of sellers get suspended Amazon accounts and ASINs up and running. She has been an Amazon seller for more than a decade. A lifelong Longhorns fan, Lesley earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin. She volunteers for A Wish with Wings, a wish-granting organization for little Texans with life-threatening conditions, and she serves on theBoard of Directors for Hallie’s Heroes, which funds bone marrow matches and medical research for kids with cancer and critical illnesses.Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Lesley Hensell about solving Amazon seller woes. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:- How sellers can get kicked off Amazon for various reasons including violations of Amazon’s code of conduct and customer complaints.- Why processes and efficiencies are crucial for managing high volumes of clients and maintaining profit margins.- Why Amazon suspends 1-2% of its sellers each year.- How Riverbend Consulting helps sellers of all sizes find success through selling on Amazon. - How Riverbend Consulting as ex-Amazon employees on its team to bring in a wealth of knowledge. Connect with Lesley:Guest Contact InfoX@RiverbendConsulInstagram@riverbendconsultingFacebookfacebook.com/RiverbendConsultingLLCLinkedInlinkedin.com/company/riverbend-consulting-amzLinks Mentioned:riverbendconsulting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Demystifying Virtual AssistantsBarbara Turley, The Virtual Hub– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1033 Barbara TurleyBarbara Turley’s mission is to eradicate business overwhelm and remove the friction that stunts growth by helping clients to optimize their operations using offshore teams of virtual assistants, clever automations and streamlined processes. The Virtual Hub makes this happen every day through virtual assistants who can aid with digital marketing, social media and administrative support plus consultants & system architects who optimize platforms and processes for growing businesses.The Virtual Hub is a virtual assistant company with the added advantage of an operational efficiency consulting and implementation team. Rather than doing business “the usual way,” they actually create their own virtual assistant successes (and yours) through deep training programs (including software like Hubspot and Ontraport) as well as ongoing career development and customized coaching to best serve each of their clients.Barbara proudly wears the label of Founder and CEO at The Virtual Hub as well as the titles wife and mom.Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Barbara Turley about how to leverage virtual assistants. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:- How many business owners face the problem of needing staff to implement strategies but don’t have time to hire employees. - Why business owners shouldn’t expect virtual outsourcing to magically solve all their problems. - How delegation is key, but many people struggle to relinquish control and properly communicate their needs to virtual assistants. - Why it’s vital for entrepreneurs to map their processes and systematize tasks to delegate effectively while retaining control over the business. - How AI is not a tool that can replace human workers, but it is a tool that people should utilize. Connect with Barbara:Guest Contact InfoInstagram@thevirtualhubltdFacebookfacebook.com/TheVirtualHubLtdLinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-viritual-hub-ltdLinks Mentioned:thevirtualhub.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Entrepreneurial Success Through Strategic Business DiversificationMike Merrigan and Bo Kort, Kort Industries– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1032 Mike Merrigan and Bo KortAfter being best friends for 25 years, Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort started doing business together in 2015. They started purchasing buildings together in Texas. This partnership catapulted their success. Together the duo has founded multiple eight-figure companies - Houston Motorsports, Kort Industries, and Mohave Storage. Since their partnership began in 2015, Mike & Bo have built a portfolio of 43 companies and over $150,000,000 in commercial real estate. They are involved in 14 different industries - motorsports, industrial fabrication, specialty services, construction, and self-storage to name a few.Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort about finding entrepreneurial success through strategic business diversification. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:- How it’s important to build partnerships that align with your company and specific areas of expertise. - Why reinvesting profits from business to real estate allows for long-term growth. - How investing in properties that are at least 30% undervalued is smart and strategic move to make- Why it’s vital to work with a strong team filled with like-minded individuals. - How bringing value to your audience and simplifying business concepts for beginners is a recipe for success. Connect with Mike and Bo:Guest Contact Info928-605-4335Links Mentioned:Mikeandbo.biz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Revolutionizing Charitable Giving with Wishes.IncChase Harmer, Wishes.Inc– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1031 Chase HarmerChase Harmer has spent 26+ years as a payments entrepreneur and was one of the pioneers of virtual credit card technology. After building several companies and creating 7 patents since 2013, Chase leverages his past successes to give back to the community and help other entrepreneurs building businesses as a Lecturer and Mentor at the Founders Institute.Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Chase Harmer about revolutionizing charitable giving with Wishes.Inc.Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:- How Wishes.Inc aims to make charitable donations transparent, tax-deductible, and rewarding for donors. - Why donors should understand the impact of their contributions and understand the importance of charitable giving. - How many charitable donations lack transparency making it so donors don’t know how their money is being used. - Why using technology can help create transparency in the charitable giving space.- How having transparency can help build trust between donors and nonprofits. Connect with Chase:Guest Contact InfoX@WishesgivesInstagram@wishesgivesFacebookfacebook.com/wishesgivesLinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wishesincLinks Mentioned:wishes.inc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

40 Laws of Spiritual LeadershipDaniel Aaron, The Art of Vibrant Living– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1030 Daniel AaronDaniel Aaron is an inspirational author, coach, and transformational entertainer. As a visionary leader directing The Art of Vibrant Living, a globally acclaimed company dedicated to entertainment, education, and empowerment, his life's mission is deeply rooted in service. Daniel's unparalleled insights and transformative strategies empower individuals to elevate their vibration, take decisive actions, and bridge the gap between their aspirations and tangible realities.With profound expertise in Spiritual Leadership and Human Potential, Daniel has catalyzed life transformations for tens of thousands of students and clients. His impact extends across various domains, from hosting the captivating Live Video Show podcast "The Art of Vibrant Living Show" to coaching individuals to unlock their true potential and performing before audiences to optimize purpose, profit, and passion.Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Daniel Aaron about the 40 laws of spiritual leadership.Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:- How imposter syndrome is a common challenge people face when pursuing their goals. - Why imposter syndrome is a sign of growth and how you should embrace it. - How spiritual leadership involves influencing and having a positive impact on others and should include self-acceptance, self-love, and giving back to the world. - How spiritual entrepreneurship combines business success with spiritual values. - Why some entrepreneurs feel incongruent or unsatisfied despite financial success. Connect with Daniel:Guest Contact InfoInstagram@danielaaronunlimitedFacebookfacebook.com/danielaaron108LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/danielaaronLinks Mentioned:danielaaron.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Attracting A-Players: Hiring Secrets RevealedKolby Goodman, BestFirstNow– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1029 Kolby GoodmanKolby Goodman is the founder of the consulting and training firm, BestFirstNow, and has been successfully providing programs in strategic hiring, employee engagement, and retention for over 10 years. Kolby partners with small and large companies to investigate and resolve core issues related to poor hiring decisions, high turnover, and disconnected teams. He's partnered with Panasonic, Marriott Hotels, Banner Health, Yelp, several universities and schools, national professional organizations, and nonprofits to provide tailored workshops that have helped leaders take a more purposeful and personal approach to finding the right talent that has enabled them to stop hiring simply "qualified" candidates and onboard impactful problem solvers. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Kolby Goodman about attracting A-player employees.Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:- How business owners and leaders must create a positive candidate experience. - Why businesses should focus on attracting candidates who can make their lives easier. - How many job seekers are not effectively communicating their skills and abilities. - Why businesses need to be more strategic in their hiring approach. - How employers should focus on hiring for long-term success rather than short-term fixes. Connect with Kolby:Guest Contact InfoLinkedInlinkedin.com/in/kolbygoodmanLinks Mentioned:bestfirstnow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let Your Business BurnScott Beebe, MyBusinessOnPurpose.com– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1028 Scott BeebeScott Beebe is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), founder of MyBusinessOnPurpose.com and author of Let Your Business Burn: Stop Putting Out Fires, Discover Purpose, And Build A Business That Matters. Scott hosts the Business On Purpose podcast sharing real stories of how he and the BOP team are working with business owners and their key leaders to build people, purpose, process, and profit using the Business On Purpose Roadmap to liberate businesses from the chaos of working IN their business and help them get their lives back.Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Scott Beebe about his book, Let Your Business Burn.Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:- How vision, mission, and unique core values in a business are vital for success. - Why business owners leak money when they don’t subdivide their finances into different accounts. - How the flow of cash can affect a business’s financial health.- Why you should have a coach who emphasizes the importance of personal life integration. - How business owners shouldn’t feel overwhelmed and like they constantly have to put out fires. Connect with Scott:Guest Contact InfoLinks Mentioned:mybusinessonpurpose.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello My Name is AwesomeAlexandra Watkins, Eat My Words– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1027 Alexandra WatkinsAlexandra Watkins is the leading authority on brand names with buzz. If you have ever sunk your teeth into a Wendy’s Baconator, you have literally eaten her words. For nearly 20 years, Alexandra and her boutique naming firm, Eat My Words, have created love-at-first sight brand names for countless entrepreneurs and startups. Her "Name Hall of Fame" includes frozen yogurt franchise Spoon Me, the robotic vacuum Neato, dog GPS Retriever, and Spanish language school Gringo Lingo. Alexandra's breakthrough branding book, Hello, My Name Is Awesome: How To Create Brand Names That Stick," is considered the Brand Name Bible and was named an Inc. Magazine Top 10 Marketing Book. She is a former Author in Residence at the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center.Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Alexandra Watkins about her book, Hello, My Name is Awesome.Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:- How having the right business name can open doors for a business and hep it last longer than any other investment. - Why your business name should be suggestive and evoke a positive brand experience. - How AI can help generate business names, they lack the human touch and professional judgment.- Why you shouldn’t name your business based on the availability of a domain name. - How it’s important for entrepreneurs to stay relevant and ahead of the curve.Connect with Alexandra:Guest Contact InfoX@eatmywordsInstagramFacebookfacebook.com/EatMyWordsNamesLinkedInlinkedin.com/company/eat-my-wordsLinks Mentioned:eatmywords.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Power of AI in BusinessJeff MacPherson, XAgency AI– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1026 Jeff MacPhersonWith over 7 years in the tech sector, Jeff MacPherson is synonymous with innovation and resilience. Noted for developing disruptive SaaS technologies, including a pioneering social media network tool that set new industry standards, Jeff showcases an uncanny ability to push beyond conventional boundaries. Despite facing setbacks, his relentless spirit and leadership continue to drive groundbreaking projects, solidifying his stature as a force to be reckoned with in the technological arena.Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Jeff MacPherson about the power of AI in business. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:- How XAgency AI helps business navigate AI, especially in areas of demand and fulfillment. - How AI can help create social media content based on customer feedback- How AI can grade leads and improve efficiency of sales teams. - How real-time translation by AI enables businesses to expand into different markets. - How AI should be used as a co-pilot to enhance businesses, save time, and can lead to exponential growth. Connect with Jeff:Guest Contact InfoInstagram@xagencyaiFacebookfacebook.com/xagencyaiLinks Mentioned:XAgency.ai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Nine Figure Mindset: Achieving Over 100 Million in Net WorthBrandon Dawson, Cardone Ventures– The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1025 Brandon DawsonA respected and sought-after lecturer and CEO advisor on entrepreneurship, leadership, and business-building strategies, Brandon Dawson specializes in creating value for businesses operating in industries with poor single- or multi-unit economies of scale, industry consolidation, or increasing large-scale competition.Brandon believes that people move businesses, and therefore is dedicated to helping his clients, colleagues, and employees achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals.As the founder of Audigy Group, Brandon grew the company from $500,000 in revenue in 2005 to approximately $35 million in 2016, when he sold it for $151 million—77 times—EBITDA on the basis of its model for fast, scalable business growth, which incorporates unique business operations methodologies, technology platforms, and leadership and performance development programs.The Portland Business Journal honored Audigy as one of its Fastest Growing Private Companies for six consecutive years. Inc. chose Audigy five times as a member of the Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000; twice as a winner of the Inc. Hire Power Award for outstanding success in job creation; and twice as one of the Top 100 Places to Work. Brandon has twice been named a finalist for Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the Pacific Northwest.At the age of 29, Brandon listed Sonus Corporation and rang the Opening Bell on the American Stock Exchange, as the founder of Sonus. He served as its CEO for seven years, raising $38 million in four equity transactions and $20 million in strategic debt financing. He acquired over 100 businesses, creating the Sonus Network of over 1,000 locations. In addition to these accomplishments, Brandon has identified and negotiated over $750 million in a variety of real estate and other financial transactions as a partner, principal, and representative.Most recent, Brandon Co-Founded Cardone Ventures and 10X Health with Grant Cardone. Cardone Ventures has gone from a pure start up 45 months ago, to generating over $150 million in revenue with no outside capital, debt, or funding. This was done by using the elements Brandon teaches and applies in his business.Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Brandon Dawson about achieving over 100 million dollars in net worth.Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:- How wealth isn’t created overnight, so patience is key.- Why you don’t need a college education to break out and build something significant. - How resilience and the ability to identify patterns of decision-making can lead your business to success. - How there are seven specific breakpoints to scale a business from zero to $125 million in revenue and what they are. - Why having a good mentor and coach is vital to starting and scarling a successful business. Connect with Brandon:Guest Contact InfoLinks Mentioned:ninefiguremindset.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices