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In this episode of the The AMP, Al Mega welcomes special guest, Danielle M Orsino, who is a competitive martial artist, cosplayer, nurse, and fantasy author. The hosts are excited to share Danielle's incredible story with their listeners, as she is an inspiration in doing good. Danielle shares her journey, starting from being born in New York and eventually moving to Charlotte, North Carolina. She talks about her love for the Giants and growing up in a small town called Carmel, New York. It's an episode filled with amazing stories and a glimpse into Danielle's fascinating life.
Follow Danielle on Instagram at: Birthofthefae_novel
YouTube: @DanielleMOrsinoauthorTimestamps: Summary
[00:02:38] Discovering comics through self-discovery.
[00:05:02] Dark Phoenix and Chris Claremont.
[00:09:28] Transitioning to fantasy author.
[00:11:28] CIA recruitment and conspiracy theories.
[00:17:03] Cosplaying for book covers.
[00:19:10] Do people want to read my book?
[00:24:51] The underbelly of the publishing industry.
[00:27:18] Taking chances in storytelling.
[00:31:45] Goodreads and leaving reviews.
[00:34:26] Carlos the chameleon dragon.
[00:38:19] Amazing celebrities at Galaxy Con.
[00:41:08] Fantasy world and imagination.Thank you for watching, I appreciate your support!
S2E4
Host: Al Mega
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Sally Gimon, an entrepreneur and real estate investor, joins the podcast to discuss the benefits of spendthrift trusts and how they can help individuals save money on their federal taxes. She shares her personal journey of discovering the trust and explains how it can be utilized by various types of investors, including those in real estate, crypto, and the stock market. Sally also highlights the history of the trust and its legal standing, as well as the privacy and asset protection benefits it offers. She provides examples of how individuals have successfully used the trust to save on capital gains and avoid probate. Overall, Sally emphasizes the importance of understanding tax laws and finding strategies to minimize tax liabilities.
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmvBniNpH2kQI3vMGcpVjAgKey Takeaways:
Spendthrift trusts can help individuals save money on their federal taxes and protect their assets. The trust is legal, patented, and has been in front of the US Supreme Court twice. It can be utilized by various types of investors, including those in real estate, crypto, and the stock market. The trust offers privacy and asset protection benefits, as well as the ability to avoid probate. Understanding tax laws and finding strategies to minimize tax liabilities is crucial for financial success.Chapters:
Timestamp Summary [0:00:32] Introduction to the podcast and guest Sally [0:02:10] Sally's personal journey and the inspiration behind the trust [0:05:23] The history and legality of the trust [0:08:10] Examples of how the trust can benefit different types of investors [0:09:02] Steps to build a trust and the key components [0:13:45] How Sally has utilized her achievements to build trust and collaborations [0:17:37] Challenging situations and creative problem-solving with the trust [0:23:14] How to get started and the process of creating a trust [0:26:31] The importance of the trust in saving taxes and avoiding penalties [0:33:09] Information on Sally's website and social media platformsAbout Sally:
Sally Gimon is an entrepreneur and real estate investor who specializes in helping individuals save money on their federal taxes through the use of spendthrift trusts. She has extensive experience in the industry and is passionate about helping people achieve financial success.
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S2E3
Host: Al Mega
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Today, Al chats with Asher Laub, an electric violinist and composer, shares his journey in the music industry and discusses his latest single âMiserlou.â He talks about his early inspirations, the importance of being a versatile artist, and how he balances his roles as a composer, producer, and live performer. Asher also reflects on his collaborations with other artists and the impact they have had on his career. He shares memorable moments from his live shows and discusses how he overcame health challenges to continue pursuing his passion for music.
About Asher:
Asher Laub is an electric violinist, composer, producer, and live performer. Originally from Buffalo, New York, Asher started playing the violin at a young age and eventually turned it into a full-time career. He runs an entertainment group called Fiddlerâs Dream Productions and has collaborated with various artists in the industry. Asherâs music incorporates classical theory into contemporary genres, making it accessible to a wide audience.
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Timestamp Summary 0:00:29 Introduction to the podcast and guest Asher Laub 0:01:51 Asherâs background and early inspirations in music 0:08:55 Balancing roles as a composer, producer, and live performer 0:11:39 Incorporating unique styles into Asherâs music 0:14:22 Collaboration and inspiration behind the single âMisirlouâ 0:18:14 Memorable collaborations with other artists 0:23:34 Overcoming health challenges and pursuing music 0:25:08 Journey as an independent musician 0:28:14 Memorable live show experiences 0:31:04 Where to check out Asherâs performances and music
asherlaub.com
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S2E2
Host: Al Mega
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April Moss, Digibuild's COO and co-founder, joins host Al Mega on the Al Mega Podcast to explore how blockchain and AI are reshaping the construction sector. April discusses her personal story and the motivations behind Digibuild, emphasizing the importance of transparency and efficiency in the construction supply chain. She showcases Digibuild's platform, which simplifies procurement, reduces costs, and enhances project management. April also addresses the challenges and opportunities of integrating blockchain technology into construction and the growing interest in web three solutions. Get ready for an enthralling experience as April Moss shares her remarkable journey, motivations, and a wealth of intriguing insights that will captivate and inspire you. Stay tuned for an unforgettable episode brimming with inspiration and much more...
**About April Moss**
April Moss is the COO and co-founder of Digibuild, a construction technology company that leverages blockchain and AI to revolutionize the construction industry. With over 21 years of experience in various roles at Procter and Gamble and a background in construction and real estate, April brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role at Digibuild.
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Timestamp Summary [0:00:29] Introduction to the podcast and guest, April Moss [0:02:01] April's background and journey leading up to co-founding Digibuild [0:04:14] The inspiration behind Digibuild and the importance of transparency in the construction industry [0:06:40] The role of Web Three and blockchain technology in Digibuild's solutions [0:08:24] The vision and mission of Digibuild to revolutionize the construction industry [0:10:06] The advantages of Digibuild's solutions in construction project management and efficiency [0:11:16] The challenges and opportunities of integrating blockchain technology in construction [0:13:37] The potential impact of DApps on construction project management and efficiency [0:16:05] The construction industry's response to Web Three and blockchain solutions [0:18:31] The future of digital assets in construction, finance, and asset management [0:25:41] Exciting partnerships and collaborations of Digibuild [0:27:40] Upcoming speaking engagements and events for Digibuild [0:29:34] Conclusion and appreciation for April's insights and time
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S2E1
Host: Al Mega
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Final Episode of Season 1
Harry Spaight is a speaker, author, and sales consultant with over 20 years of experience in hyper-competitive sales environments. He is the author of the book "Selling with Dignity" and is passionate about helping entrepreneurs and small business owners improve their sales skills.
Summary:
Harry Spaight, a sales expert with over 20 years of experience, shares his journey from being a small business owner to becoming a successful sales consultant. He emphasizes the importance of treating sales with dignity and provides valuable insights into building relationships, adapting to different personalities, and navigating the sales process. Harry's mission is to help entrepreneurs and small business owners improve their sales skills and achieve success.
Key Takeaways:
Sales is all about building relationships and serving others. Treat sales with dignity and focus on providing value to your customers. Adapt to different personalities and communication styles to connect with your prospects. Don't be afraid to have conversations and ask questions to understand your customers' needs. Building trust and putting others first are essential in sales. Timestamp Summary [0:00:10] Introduction to the Al Mega podcast [0:01:23] Harry Spaight's background and journey to entrepreneurship [0:06:00] Transition from mission work to sales [0:11:38] Lessons learned from the Dominican Republic [0:13:20] Success in sales and leadership roles [0:18:57] Writing the book "Selling with Dignity" [0:23:35] Services provided on the Selling with Dignity website [0:27:56] The Sales Made Easy podcast [0:35:36] Advice for new entrepreneurs in sales [0:38:47] Conclusion and gratitude for the interviewhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/harryspaight
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Episode 23 in an unlimited series!
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In this episode, Al Mega interviews Edwin Carrion, a Marine, entrepreneur, mentor, coach, and God-made millionaire. Garrion is originally from somewhere else, and he talks about taking advantage of the American dream. He emphasizes that no one is truly self-made, and that success is only possible with the help of mentors and God. Garrion shares his story of how he achieved success, and provides valuable insights into perseverance, determination, and goal-reaching.
The speaker began by clarifying that their entrepreneurial journey began at 15 years old. At that age, a friend offered them a DJing job at a party for $200 for 4 hours, which was a lot of money for a 15 year old. As a result, they started a DJ business at that age, which they kept up until they were 19. At 19, the speaker changed lanes and started something else.
The speaker joined the Marines at the age of 19 and served four and a half years. After leaving the Marines, he was able to take advantage of the rising real estate market and eventually made millions. However, due to inexperience he lost it all and went bankrupt at the age of 27. This was a huge blessing for him because it made him realize that money was not the key to happiness and he needed to focus on fulfilling his life. He was able to pick himself up within a few months and realized the importance of being humble and giving credit to others.
Edwin is an entrepreneur who believes in constantly improving and learning. He had success without a mentor or training. After the market crashed in 2007, he and a friend started a gold buying business which grew into a franchise model with 14 stores in the US and was making millions a month. In 2014, he retired at 31. However, he soon wanted to do something else and started building multimillion dollar mansions to fulfill peopleâs American dream. He loves this business because it has a purpose.
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Join Edwinâs Startup to Millions Facebook group A community where they improve, learn and grow by sharing their experiences and creating value for everyone. A community with High Moral , Values, and faith, that want to help each other succed and live life to the fullest. https://www.facebook.com/groups/startuptomillions/?ref=share Follow on Social at: https://www.instagram.com/edwincarrion78/
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Episode 21 in an unlimited series!
Timestamps
0:00:06 Interview with Yoni Edison Edwin Carrion: A God-Made Millionaire and Marine Veteran 0:03:03 Conversation on Entrepreneurship Journey: From Selling Candies at Age 12 to DJ Business at Age 15 0:04:23 Heading: Reflection on Bankruptcy and the Power of Resilience 0:08:03 âEdwinâs Journey to Success: From Bankruptcy to Retiring at 31â 0:11:07 âThe Value of Women in Our Lives: A Conversation with a Retired Real Estate Developerâ 0:12:54 Heading: Interview with Entrepreneur: Discussing Businesses, Cash Flow, and Mentoring 0:15:19 âExploring Edwin Carrionâs Business Ventures and Income Streamsâ 0:16:41 Conversation with Edwin Figueroa: Secrets to Success and Determining Good Deals 0:21:45 Heading: Analyzing Risk Tolerance for Investment Decisions 0:23:51 âRisk Tolerance and Starting a Business: A Conversation with Edwin Carrionâ 0:26:29 âExploring the Benefits of Joining the âStartup to Millionsâ Facebook Groupâ 0:28:15 Interview with Edwin Lopez: Empowering Entrepreneurs with Inner Circle and His Third BookHost: Al Mega
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Dominic Domasky is the founder of the inspirational sharing platform Motivation Champs. On the Al Mega podcast, he shares his own entrepreneurial journey and his secrets to success. Dominic is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where the local Polish community has had a big influence on him. Growing up in a family business, his father taught him the value of hard work and inspired him to pursue his dreams. He believes in the power of perseverance and determination to reach oneâs goals. Through Motivation Champs, Dominic hopes to inspire and motivate others to reach their potential.
Dom is an entrepreneur who recently made the leap to pursue his passion after losing half a million dollars in the restaurant business. He was inspired by an 81 year-old man who still works six days a week, and was reminded of the importance of following his passion. After his financial loss, he had to start from scratch and spent 15 years in the corporate world to support his family. He is now helping people to share their stories around the world. Dom believes that there is never a perfect time to take a leap and follow your dreams, and that life is full of unexpected events. Therefore, it is important to take risks and make plans accordingly.
The speaker had been working for 20 years in pharmaceuticals and insurance sales, but he always wanted to pursue his dreams, so he started building his own business. He did odd jobs at night, such as stunts for movies, and he was offered the chance to work with Netflix, but he had to pass it up. This was the moment he knew he had to take the leap and become an entrepreneur. He had learned from his previous experience to pay off as much debt as possible, so he was in a better position to take risks and survive if things didnât work out. He was able to take the leap and pursue his dreams.
Motivation Champs is an organization dedicated to spreading inspiration, positivity, and smiles. It helps people share their stories and messages to the world in a meaningful way. They do this by providing resources to those who need help expressing themselves in a way that will reach their desired audience. Through goofy videos, posts, and stories, Motivation Champs spreads awareness for peopleâs stories and helps them get their message out. They provide advice on how to best express yourself and encourage people to share their stories. They also provide support and resources to help people get their message heard and understood. Motivation Champs is all about helping people reach their goals and inspiring others to live their best life.
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Episode 20 in an unlimited series!
Timestamps
0:00:05 Interview with Dominic the Musket: Uncovering the Secrets to Perseverance and Determination 0:02:36 Conversation with Dom: Following His Passion and Overcoming Adversity 0:04:54 âThe Evolution of an Entrepreneur: How I Transitioned from Pharmaceuticals to Starting My Own Businessâ 0:08:22 Motivation Champs: Inspiring People to Share Their Stories 0:10:33 Conversation with Motivation Champs Founder, John Di Lemme 0:14:11 Conversation on Supporting Authors and Promoting Their Work 0:16:37 Conversation on Writing a Book with a Meaningful Message 0:20:14 Conversation with Author on Dealing with Alzheimerâs Disease 0:22:20 Conversation on Empathy and Overcoming Failure as an Entrepreneur 0:24:39 Interview with Dom Gagliardi, Founder of Motivation Champs 0:29:22 Heading: Exploring the Outdoors with Bikes and Hikes: A Conversation with Dom 0:31:43 Interview with Motivation Champ Dom MandamoskiHost: Al Mega
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Dustin Bogle is a sales expert, multi-location gym owner, and former professional wrestler. He joined Al Mega on the Al Mega podcast to talk about his journey to success, and the challenges he faced. He originally hails from Southern California and was heavily influenced by Mexican culture, including lucha libre shows. During high school, he was invited to a gym by a friend and got into shape. This led him to sign up for a wrestling school, where he learned how to do clotheslines, drop kicks, and other moves. He shared his secrets to perseverance and determination, and his advice for how to reach goals. He encouraged people to make others accountable and to take the necessary steps to handle their business.
Dustin was talking about his experience as a professional wrestler going by the name Diablo for ten years. He was a heel, and he would come out to the matches with fire all over his gear and hit soda out of peopleâs hands. He realized that this was not what he was meant to do, and so he opened his eyes to signs telling him to stop. During the weekdays, he was a personal trainer to pay his bills, and eventually he left wrestling altogether.
Dustin was a professional wrestler for a short time, and he was not making any money. He was only getting paid $20 a show, which didnât even cover his gas. The speaker noted how difficult wrestling is, and that he had to pay his dues by performing for free and sometimes even losing money on food and gas. After some time, the speaker realized that he was not built for the late-night lifestyle, the unhealthy food, and the environment of drugs and infidelity he was surrounded by and thus decided to quit pro wrestling. He realized that the energy of the environment was not something that resonated with him and that it was going against his soul.
Dustin had two major takeaways from his time as a professional wrestler: the mental effort and strength required to handle what goes on in the wrestling world, and the damage on his body he wasnât always able to control. He experienced physical injuries from taking chair shots and getting thrown through tables, and was even told he had the back of an 80-year-old in his twenties. After experiencing the transformative effects of getting fit and losing 60 pounds of body fat, Dustin decided to become a trainer and help others achieve the same. People began to tell him that he was helping them gain a newfound confidence, and this was when he decided to invest his full focus into fitness. He believes that until people experience the immense benefits of being healthy, fit, and strong, he canât overstate how amazing it feels.
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Episode 19 in an unlimited series!
Timestamps
0:00:03 Interview with Dustin Bogle: A Pro Wrestler, Gym Owner, and Sales Expert 0:02:39 Conversation with Professional Wrestler Diablo Man on His Ten-Year Career and Transition to Personal Training 0:04:18 Reflection on Professional Wrestling: A Former Pro Wrestlerâs Perspective 0:05:49 âThe Impact of Professional Wrestling and Physical Training on Confidenceâ 0:09:10 Conversation on the Difference Between Confidence and Cockiness 0:10:31 The Benefits of Being Unique and Embracing Marketing: A Conversation with Al 0:15:03 Lessons Learned from Opening Six Gyms in Six Years 0:16:29 âThe Hard Lessons of Closing Three Gyms: Top Sales Problems in Most Companiesâ 0:20:47 âIncreasing Trust and Follow Up to Improve Customer Acquisitionâ 0:22:34 Follow-Up Strategies for Increasing Sales 0:23:42 âThe Ten X Rule: How to Increase Your Sales Volume and Reach Your Goalsâ 0:26:41 âCreating an Effective Past Member Offer: A Conversation on the CHARM Methodâ 0:28:06 Conversation with Dustin Mathews: Leveraging Content to Generate Non-Stop Leads 0:32:06 Interview with Dustin Bogle: Reinforce Your Gym and Business Growth Strategies 0:33:23 Interview with Professional Wrestler Dustin Bowl: Discussing His Dream Match and Special MoveHost: Al Mega
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Charles Smith is an inspiring survivor, warrior, author, and motivational coach. On the Al Mega podcast, he talks about his journey to success and the challenges he faced along the way. He reveals his secrets to perseverance and determination, and provides valuable insights into what it takes to reach oneâs goals. Charles is originally from New York and he wore a Batman suit, jacket, and tie for the first time at Toy fair in New York, which caused people to stop him and take pictures. He talks about his journey and the lessons he has learned, including how to persevere and stay determined. In doing so, he hopes to inspire others to find the best of themselves.
Charles is from Worcester, Massachusetts, but some people call it Warchester. His father was an entrepreneur, owning multiple nursing homes and land in the area until one day it all disappeared. Charles is unsure what happened, but knows his father had to sell the house and other possessions, and his grandfather had to build a duplex for the family to live in. Charles wishes he could figure out the story behind it all, and his friend reassures him that he will because heâs Batman. His mother passed away from an overdose, leaving Charles and his father living in the duplex.
In this conversation, the speaker recounts their childhood in which they moved around Texas and Arizona with their father, who was a chef on a Navajo reservation and ran a gas station and owned a food truck. Their father was thirty years older than their mother, prompting the speaker to jokingly refer to him as a âcradle robberâ. The speakerâs father eventually passed away suddenly when the speaker was eleven, leaving the speaker feeling shocked and uncertain. Despite the hardships, the speakerâs father maintained an entrepreneurial spirit, inspiring the speaker to do the same.
The speaker is recounting the story of how, at age 11, he came home from school one day and noticed that something was wrong with his father. He asked to stay home from school, and his father refused. The speaker then stuck his finger down his throat to induce vomiting and stayed home. His father passed out twice in the same hour, so the speaker ran to his neighborâs house and asked for help to get his father to the hospital. His father passed away with the speaker holding his hand. The speaker then spoke about how he acted out in his youth and got into drugs until his aunt told him to get a job or not come back. He then joined the military, as his grandfather, mother, and uncles were all veterans of the Vietnam War.
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Episode 18 in an unlimited series!
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"Let's not just survive, let's thrive." - Steve McDaniel
In this episode of the Al Mega podcast, Al Mega interviews Steve McDaniel, co-founder of Team Lichen, a leading competitor in the X Prize for carbon removal, sponsored by the Musk Foundation. Steve is a molecular biologist and biochemist with a passion for science and innovation. He has worked in various scientific and law endeavors and has been involved in space sciences. Steve is a frequent speaker and interviewee on technical issues impacting leading-edge techniques for addressing the existential threat of climate change and deterioration.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-mcdaniel-phd-0440055/In this episode of the Al Mega podcast, Al Mega interviews Steve McDaniel, co-founder of Team Lichen, a leading competitor in the X Prize for carbon removal, sponsored by the Musk Foundation. Steve is a molecular biologist and biochemist with a passion for science and innovation. He has worked in various scientific and law endeavors and has been involved in space sciences. Steve is a frequent speaker and interviewee on technical issues impacting leading-edge techniques for addressing the existential threat of climate change and deterioration.
OverviewIn this interview, Steve shares his origin story, his passion for science, and his journey to becoming a molecular biologist and biochemist. He also discusses his work in the space sciences area and his involvement in the X Prize for carbon removal. Steve shares his insights on the challenges of climate change and deterioration and the importance of addressing these issues. He also talks about his experience in creating functional coatings and paints that can decontaminate chemical weapons.
Timestamps: Introduction of Steve McDaniel and his background (0:00:07) Steve's passion for science and his journey to becoming a molecular biologist and biochemist (0:02:18) Steve's education journey and working through school (0:05:03) Steve's work in creating functional coatings and paints that can decontaminate chemical weapons (0:05:31) The importance of addressing climate change and deterioration (0:07:20) The X Prize for carbon removal and Team Lichen's involvement (0:09:15) The challenges of carbon removal and the potential for technological solutions (0:13:25) The role of government and policy in addressing climate change (0:17:15) The impact of individual actions on climate change (0:20:50) The importance of collaboration and partnerships in addressing climate change (0:23:40) Steve's advice for individuals and businesses looking to make a positive impact on climate change (0:25:50) Steve's motto: "Let's not just survive, let's thrive" (0:28:50) The carbon cycle and the effects of the Industrial Revolution on climate change (0:10:56) The tipping point of climate change and the need for action (0:13:03) Team Lichen's use of lichen in creating functional coatings to absorb and sequester carbon dioxide (0:14:56) The potential for humans to learn from nature in addressing climate change (0:16:15) The safety of algae and the use of natural polymers in paint (0:17:20) The need for scientific evidence in denying climate change (0:19:56) The difference between carbon capture, carbon storage, and carbon removal (0:22:09) The lifespan of carbon and the need for direct removal of CO2 from the air (0:23:01) The importance of a collective vision for thriving ecosystems (0:24:59) Steve's commitment to fighting climate change and the progress being made (0:27:04) Personal offset devices and Team Lichen's modular approach to carbon removal (0:29:13) Steve's invitation for individuals to participate in carbon removal efforts (0:30:31) Steve's upcoming speech at the National Press Club (0:32:34) The importance of explaining complex technology in simple terms (0:33:07) Reactor Services' social media presence and Steve's wife's involvement (0:33:34) Steve and his wife's meeting and their work together (0:34:19)Thank You for Watching / Listening!
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Episode 17 in an unlimited series!
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This episode features Elizabeth Mikotowicz, an inspiring young woman who has overcome a variety of challenges, including prison, addiction, domestic violence, and traumatic brain injury. Elizabeth was born in Quincy, Illinois and given up for adoption at birth to a couple in Brooklyn, New York. Eventually, her father got a job at the University of Maine and the family moved to the Bangor area. Despite having a loving childhood, Elizabeth started to struggle with mental health issues at around the age of 12, which were often misdiagnosed. She has since persevered through her hardships and is currently in the process of writing a book, opening a fashion brand, and pursuing her passion for art.
Elizabeth recounts their experience of growing up high functioning autistic and struggling with bipolar medication that made them worse. At the age of late teens or early twenties, they entered into a domestic violence relationship and experienced a head injury so severe that the skull was showing and the muscle had to be sewn back together. The doctor warned them against any makeup or washing their hands near the wound due to the risk of blindness or brain death. They were prescribed opioids, but upon discovering they were pregnant with their son, they had to go to a pain clinic. The speaker recounts a traumatic experience in which she was forced to take opioids while pregnant against her will. She explains that she was treated differently by medical professionals due to being on state insurance, and was even threatened with Child Protective Services because her blood pressure kept skyrocketing. After she had her son, the trauma and abuse she was experiencing worsened, leading her to take more and more opioids in order to cope. She explains that this was due to the flooding of dopamines that opioids caused, and how it eventually made her body want more and more. In the end, this lead to an addiction.
Elizabeth shares her story of abuse at the hands of her partner. She experienced physical abuse such as being held captive, beatings, and strangulation. She attempted to leave after a year of abuse, but was held hostage and threatened. She eventually escaped and went to a battered womenâs shelter, only to be told that she wasnât crying enough and was not believed. She was eventually able to provide evidence of her abuse and was told that her situation was so dangerous that it put other women in the shelter in danger. She also discussed how some victims of abuse are turned away from shelters if they are not providing something of value, such as snitching out a pimp. This is a problem that needs to be addressed in order to better protect victims of abuse.
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0:00:05 Interview with Elizabeth Mikotowicz: From Prison to Purpose 0:03:10 Domestic Violence and High Functioning Autism: A Personal Story 0:04:46 Conversation Summary: Refusal of Opioids During Pregnancy and Experiences with State Insurance 0:06:31 Heading: Domestic Violence Survivor Describes Traumatic Abuse and Inadequate Support from Shelters 0:10:18 Heading: Experiences of a Former Drug Dealer and Inmate in the US Prison System 0:14:58 Heading: Discussion of Abuse of Power in Prisons 0:16:47 âThe Impact of Incarceration on Mental Health: A Conversation with a Former Inmateâ 0:22:39 Heading: The Blame Game: Examining the Misrepresentation of Marginalized Communities in the War on Drugs 0:24:29 Heading: Investigating Institutional Corruption and Sexual Assault 0:26:19 Heading: Inmate Denied Access to Documentation of Complaint 0:29:09 Heading: Inmate Experiences Trauma and Injustice in Prison System 0:30:47 Topic: The Injustice of the American Prison System 0:32:51 Heading: Inmate Treatment in Prisons: A Discussion on Food, Security, and Rehabilitation 0:37:03 Investigating Inhumane Treatment of Inmates in Somerset County Jails 0:39:42 Heading: The Impact of Big Pharma on Mental Health and the Criminal Justice System 0:44:04 Heading: A Conversation on the Impact of Politics on Womenâs Rights and the Bible 0:47:01 Conversation between Elizabeth and Host about Elizabethâs Clothing and Art Brand 0:48:30 Interview with Elizabeth: Fighting for Human Rights and Creating Art 0:54:55 Conversation on Dealing with Abuse and Trauma 0:57:02 Interview with Elizabeth Mikotowicz: Exploring Mental Health, Self Reflection, and SuccessHost: Al Mega
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Al Mega welcomes Jason Skeesick, known as the Entrepreneurial Evangelist, to the Al Mega Podcast. Jason is renowned for his motivating stories and his determination to help others reach their goals. Al Mega and Jason met on the Pop Match network, which is full of inspiring entrepreneurs. Al Mega praised Jason for his work and asked him about his origin and motivations in life. Jason thanked Al for inviting him onto the podcast and praised Alex from Pop Match for helping the community. Al Mega asked Jason what motivated him early in life, to which he replied that he was born and raised in a small town in central California and that his parents instilled in him the value of hard work and dedication. He said that his early motivations in life were to make a difference and that he wanted to do something that would make a positive impact on the world. Jason believes that with the right mindset and determination, anyone can achieve their dreams.
The speaker is from outside of Chicago, where he spent most of his young life growing up in the suburbs. His biggest inspirations were his hardworking dad, who was a plumber, and his mother, who encouraged him to learn new things. He was exposed to a variety of hobbies, such as pottery, drawing, and poetry. At age 8, he was pulled out of regular school and placed in a behavior disorder school, where he learned what not to do and saw people in bad situations. He was the youngest and only student there, and was able to learn at his own pace. This gave him the confidence to pursue his own path as an entrepreneur.
The conversation was about the path that the speaker took in life before becoming an entrepreneur. He talked about how he had always gone deep on the things that he was passionate about, such as snowboarding and cars, and how he only did jobs that were related to things that he was passionate about. The speaker then revealed that before he had his moment of clarity, he was not passionate about anything that was making him money. He mentioned that he joined the military, which gave him purpose and discipline, and allowed him to do what he said he was going to do, show up with discipline, and lead.
The speaker began by describing his journey of transitioning from the military back into civilian life. He decided to pursue finance, becoming a banker, but found he was not good at it. At the same time, he started a small community CrossFit gym in Chicago with two other veterans. After a few years, he decided to focus on entrepreneurship and his passion for helping the CrossFit community, though it took seven years before he had 200 members and then another six months to get 300.
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Episode 15 in an unlimited series!
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0:00:06 Interview with Jason Skeesick : Entrepreneurial Evangelist and Motivational Coach 0:02:29 Conversation with Jason, Entrepreneur from Chicago, IL 0:03:57 Heading: Reflection on Entrepreneurial Path 0:05:38 The Journey to Becoming a Full-Time Entrepreneur 0:07:05 Conversation on Core Values and Professional Growth 0:08:34 Exploring Core Values: How to Develop Yours as an Entrepreneur 0:14:37 Exploring Personal Strengths and Weaknesses 0:15:46 Heading: Working Together as Entrepreneurs 0:17:50 Heading: Working with Loved Ones: How to Maintain an Infinite Timeline Perspective 0:19:01 Conversation on the Benefits of Health and Fitness for Entrepreneurship Success 0:25:48 Heading: Exploring the Benefits of Plant Medicines and Psychedelics for Entrepreneurs 0:27:42 Microdosing: A Conversation on the Benefits of Setting Ego Aside for Entrepreneurs 0:29:22 Conversation Summary: Exploring the Benefits of Chat GPT and Float Tanks for Creative Flow 0:33:03 Discussion of DC and Marvel Comic Book Trailers 0:34:23 Conversation Summary: Attending Comic Conventions 0:36:12 Interview with Jason of Spear and Clover: Discussing Comics, Entrepreneurship, and SuccessHost: Al Mega
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Today Al chats with Brandon Leibowitz. Brandon runs and operates SEO Optimizers. We are a digital marketing company that focuses on helping small and medium-sized businesses get more online traffic, which in turn converts into clients, sales, leads, etc. Tune in how he can help your business thrive in the digital marketing space and more,,,,
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Brandon Lebowitz is a King SEO, helping small and medium-sized businesses get ranked at the top of Google using search engine optimization tactics and bringing in traffic via social media, paid ads, and more. Brandon is originally from Los Angeles and didn't have any plans to get into this type of work until he graduated from college with a degree in business marketing. After his first job he realized that websites and SEO were the future, and he began working at different advertising agencies as a director of SEO. When he wasn't working, he started his own company and eventually left his job to focus solely on SEO. He always had an entrepreneurial spirit and chose marketing as a way to learn how to market his own business one day. He jumped into the SEO world in 2007 and has been doing it ever since.
The conversation is about Search Engine Optimization (SEO), which is a process of optimizing websites for search engines, specifically Google. SEO has the benefit of driving more traffic to a website, as it helps the website rank higher in the organic listings of the search engine. The organic listings are the 10 spots on the first page of Google, which are free. SEO can also be used to rank for keywords that the audience is searching for, which can result in a sale, lead, or whatever the website's conversion goal is. Additionally, SEO can be used to identify where the audience is searching, such as social media, Amazon, Yelp, etc.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) helps businesses get free traffic from Google and other search engines. To track website analytics and understand beneficial keywords to use, it is important to install Google Analytics on the website, and verify it, in order to get data about traffic. Backlinks are a key component of SEO; these are clickable links from other websites that point to yours. Quality backlinks are important as Google looks for relevancy and sites related to what you are doing. It is important to be careful with backlinks as wrong ones can harm the website's ranking.
The conversation discussed the relevance of good backlinks to domain authority and page rank. While domain authority is an arbitrary number made up by the company Moz, page rank was used in the past to measure the impact of backlinks, but it is no longer used by Google. The speakers discussed how third party tools can be used to boost domain authority but don't accurately reflect the impact of backlinks on SEO rankings. They discussed the impact of AI on SEO and concluded that social media doesn't have a large impact on SEO rankings for a normal website.
Timestamps
0:00:04 "Exploring the World of SEO with Brandon Lebowitz" 0:04:00 "Exploring the Benefits of Search Engine Optimization (SEO)" 0:05:50 "Understanding SEO and Website Analytics for Businesses" 0:10:20 The Impact of Backlinks and Social Media on SEO 0:12:26 "Optimizing Your Website for Increased Sales and Leads" 0:14:25 Optimizing Your Website for Conversions: Tips for Earning More 0:15:57 "Optimizing Your Website for Mobile and Desktop: Benefits and Strategies" 0:20:35 "Exploring Digital Marketing Strategies with SEO Expert, John Doe" 0:22:02 "The Benefits of SEO: A Conversation with SEO Expert Brandon Smith" 0:25:59 "Digital Marketing Strategies for Increased Traffic and Engagement" 0:27:11 Interview with SEO Expert Brandon Smith: How to Get Your Website to the Top of the Search EnginesHighlights
Focus mainly on SEO, but also help out with a little bit of paid ads because unfortunately, half the people that come to your website leave. So got to keep yourself top of mind and have those multiple touch points to get people to want to trust you and want to buy off of you. So help out with those aspects of digital marketing and then just making sure everything looks good through analytics, that everything's working properly, and that you're getting what you're looking for in terms of conversions. Yeah, mobile first desktop secondary, if anyone's building a new website, because the majority of your traffic comes from mobile, so over half traffic nowadays comes from mobile, but every website is different. So that's where you got to look at Google Analytics and see, where is my traffic coming from? And Google Analytics will show you where your visitors are coming from. Are they coming from mobile? Desktop, tablet? They're coming from mobile. You could break it down to iPhone X Galaxy, the Pixel, to iPhone 14. You got to optimize your website for conversions. So for SEO, you got to optimize your website for Google, but for conversions you have to optimize your website for people making sure it loads quickly. It's easy to navigate through. All the important information is at the top of the screen. So whatever you see on a screen, that's called above the fold. Once you start scrolling, that's below the fold.. And 70% of people never scroll or swipe. So the most important thing to get people to convert is have all your print information at the top of your page. Have your call to action needs to be at the top. People have to scroll down. You already lost over half your visitors, so it should say add to cart right there. If it's ecommerce, if you're a service based business, your phone number, your email address, a form needs to be right there. And that's where you need to be. You don't need to be on the most popular social media sites because if that's not where your audience is, it's not going to do any good for you. Like myself, I'm an SEO company. Not many people are really going on TikTok looking for SEO. Some people might, but the majority of people are going to go on Google or Yelp looking for me, and then they're going to check me out for social proof on social media to make sure I have reviews and testimonials and status updates to make sure I'm still in business as a way to social proof you. But in general, most people find me on Google and then check me out on social media for service based businesses, ecommerce, you can get away with social a little bit easier where it's like showcasing products, especially if it's something new, that's a great way to showcase it. Social doesn't have too big of an impact. Like to Google, a normal website should have social media. So you should have a facebook, twitter. Instagram. YouTube. LinkedIn. But Google is pretty much blocked from all social media. They don't see how many followers, how much engagement you're getting. But they do see referrals. So they do see if Facebook brings you a lot of traffic to your website. That's a positive signal, so called social signals, where they're not looking at how many followers, how active you are, they're just looking at how much traffic is being sent from those social media sites to your website.Host: Al Mega
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Today Al chats with Per, aka âThe Price Whispererâ, a thought leader and author in everything pricing and how companies can use pricing to drive higher growth, sales volume, and profits. He is a sought-after speaker for various conferences, appears regularly on podcasts and business radio shows, and gets routinely quoted in the financial and business press. Hang out and learn how pricing can make or break a biz and more...
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Episode 13 in an unlimited series!
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Hang out with Al as he chats it up with the Financially Independent Contrarian, Myles Wakeham. Tune in as he makes you question social norms and think outside of the box in order for you to break free of the statistics of being a wage slave and never retiring! Myles is here to share his journey to inspire you!
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Episode 12 in an unlimited series!
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Today Al chats with multi-talented comedian, producer, director and author, Victor Varnado. Tune in to learn about his journey in the biz and his book The Anti-Racism Activity Book and moreâŠ.
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Episode 11 in an unlimited series!
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Today Al chats with creativity-awareness educator Michaell Magrutsche. Hang out as they chat about promoting our limitless human potential through awareness and wisdom of humanity that is found in art-creativity and three inherent human-superpowers that we all should be aware of and moreâŠ
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Episode 10 in an unlimited series!
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Today Al chats with #1 International Best Selling Author, podcaster, inspirational speaker, Nicky Billou. Tune in to learn about his journey and how he inspires others onto a path to success and moelâŠ.
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Episode 9 in an unlimited series!
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Kim is the founder of 100 Acts of Love and an author who has turned her personal tragedy into something meaningful. She is originally from New York and currently resides in LA with her three children. Kim's story starts with her husband's diagnosis of cancer. She recounts how it took him three weeks to realize something was wrong, and even then he was in denial that anything was wrong. Kim shares her story of dealing with her husband's cancer and turning it into something positive with her organization, 100 Acts of Love. Through her organization, Kim helps those who are dealing with loss and tragedy to find a sense of hope and positivity. She encourages others to embrace their grief and use it to create a meaningful life.
In this conversation, the speaker talks about her husband's hard-headedness, particularly when it came to the fact that he was having difficulty breathing. She then explains that they went to their regular doctor, who suggested they get X-rays. After they went to get X-rays, the doctor told them that he thought her husband had cancer. The X-ray showed tiny white spots all over his chest, and the doctor informed them that this was why he was having difficulty breathing. The speaker and her husband were both shocked and devastated by the diagnosis.
The doctor was very concerned and wanted to start the process of treatment immediately. It was a large B cell lymphoma that had spread to other parts of the body and was stage four cancer. People often offer to help in times of crisis, but the phrase if you need anything, let me know is not helpful as it is too vague and puts the burden on the person in crisis to ask for help. After beating cancer once, the speaker's husband got cancer again and died four months later. The speaker was angry and resentful at her husband for putting her in this position, but the two eventually reconciled. When her husband died, the speaker was overwhelmed and felt powerless, so she wrote a book about how people can help those in crisis. Her neighbor Nate gave her an example of how to help; he changed the oil, washed, and filled the car with gas. This small gesture relieved a lot of stress for the speaker.
In 2009, the author had a friend, Nate, who was diagnosed with cancer. During this time, the author noticed that people often wanted to help but didn't know what to do. This inspired her to write a book to give people the tools to support those going through a difficult time. She tells the story of Nate often to illustrate how helpful small actions can be. She wants people to know that they are not powerless and can make a difference by loving up on the person who needs it.
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Episode 8 in an unlimited series!
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0:00:08 "Interview with Kim: Turning Tragedy into Triumph with 100 Acts of Love" 0:02:48 Heading: Diagnosis of Cancer: A Conversation with a Married Couple 0:04:10 Conversation on How to Support a Loved One During a Crisis 0:15:51 "The Power of Small Actions: How to Support a Friend in Need" 0:17:13 Conversation on Grief, Depression, and Sadness in the Workplace 0:19:03 Conversation on Supporting Employees Dealing with Cancer 0:23:11 Conversation on Stereotypes and Managerial Support for Employees with Cancer 0:25:27 Heading: Managing Grief in the Workplace: A Conversation with Kim McManus, Author of "100 Active Love" 0:26:56 Conversation with Kim T. Hamer, Author of "100 Acts of Love" 0:29:00 Interview with Kim Hamer: Turning Tragedy into Positive Action with 100 Acts of LoveHost: Al Mega
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Dan MacQueen is an inspiring entrepreneur and motivational coach who has persevered and overcome a traumatic brain injury. On the Almega podcast, Dan shares his story of how he overcame his injury while living in London, England in 2014. Dan was working in tech and moved to London after completing a master's degree in Sweden. He faced a range of challenges in his recovery, but he persevered and is now helping others to achieve their goals. Dan is an up and coming speaker and uses his story to inspire and motivate others to never give up and to reach their dreams.
Dan was enjoying life in London when he started to get severe headaches and his vision would go black for a few minutes. He visited the emergency room twice and was told to get his eyes checked by an optometrist. During the exam, the optometrist stopped and gave him a sealed envelope, telling him to go directly to Moorfields Hospital. At Moorfields, the tests were escalated and he was sent to Cherry Cross, where it was discovered that he had a dangerous build-up of pressure in his brain caused by a non-cancerous tumour.
Dan was rushed to the hospital with an emergency brain surgery due to a cyst that burst and caused a brain hemorrhage. They were in a coma for four weeks and when they woke up, they had lost the ability to speak. They pointed to their brother and asked for a pen and paper to write down Get me out of here and then had to relearn how to walk, talk, and smile again. They were alone in London when the incident occurred, but their family came when they were in a coma. The speaker also remembered a dream they had while in a coma of being on a submarine with a massive aquarium, not understanding why it was there since it was underwater to begin with.
Dan was in a coma for months and when he woke up, his leg had frozen at an angle and he was in a wheelchair. He had to wear a splint to help it work again, but it was incredibly painful. It took him 45 minutes to get into the wheelchair and he had to gradually get faster until he was able to do it in 30 minutes. He used to be able to play lots of sports, but now he was in a wheelchair and it was a difficult battle to get back to walking. The speaker expressed that it was frustrating as all hell and asked about the emotional moments during this time of difficulty.
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Episode 7 in an unlimited series!
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0:00:07 "Interview with Dan McQueen: Overcoming Traumatic Brain Injury and Achieving Success" 0:02:49 Medical Emergency: A Story of Unexpected Headaches and a Diagnosis of Intracranial Hypertension 0:04:16 Conversation with [Name], Survivor of Emergency Brain Surgery and Coma 0:06:15 Conversation with [Name], a Coma Survivor: A Journey of Recovery 0:07:45 Conversation on Overcoming Setbacks and Finding Resilience 0:12:53 "The Power of Positive Thinking: How Reframing Your Perspective Can Lead to Success" 0:14:20 Reflection on March 31 Presentation: A Journey of Perseverance, Teamwork, and Inspiration 0:16:06 Heading: Dan's Inspiring Journey to Becoming a Professional Speaker 0:20:18 "Exploring the Benefits of Podcasting with [Name]" 0:21:38 Conversation with Dan MacQueen: Benefits of Morning Routines and Meditation 0:27:36 "Exploring the Benefits of Gamification for Mental Clarity and Productivity" 0:30:05 "Gamifying Life: Strategies for Enjoying Difficult Situations" 0:31:20 Interview with Dan McQueen: Finding Success Through Enjoying the Finer Things in LifeHost: Al Mega
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