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Did you know that, according to one estimate, the number of podcast listeners globally has reached nearly 465 million, and is projected to reach over 500 million by the end of this year? How about that the podcast industry’s market value is expected grow to over $30 billion in 2024 and potentially reach over $131 billion by 2030?
With this level of growth, where might some of the best opportunities in podcasting be for people around the world? To learn about this and much more, I recently spoke with Rob Greenlee, one of podcasting’s pioneers and a consensus recognized expert on this topic.
Listen as Rob speaks about such things as (1) his start in podcasting and its early years, (2) trends and changes taking place in the industry today, (3) what's happening around the globe in podcasting, and (4) how he sees the industry evolving over the next several years.
More importantly, Rob points out the many opportunities he sees for people in the podcasting, including for those who can create and deliver outstanding content. He also provides some great tips for those seeking to enter the industry or enhance their positioning in it.
Now a bit about Rob: Rob Greenlee is a seasoned podcasting and digital media expert with over two decades of experience. He is the Founder of Spoken Life Media, LLC, where he focuses on innovative content creation, business development, and community engagement for podcast hosts and networks.
Rob has held significant roles, including SVP of Content and Partnerships at Podbean and Vice President of Podcast Content and Partnerships at Libsyn. At Voxnest (now iHeartRadio), he was Vice President of Podcaster Relations, enhancing content and monetization strategies. His tenure at Microsoft saw him manage the Podcasts Marketplace for Xbox Live, Windows Phone, and Zune, significantly expanding the podcast catalog and user base.
Rob also hosts the "New Media Show" and "Spoken Life Show" and is a founding chairperson of The Podcast Academy. He has been inducted into the Podcast Hall of Fame and is a recognized speaker at industry events.
To reach Rob, you can visit www.robgreenlee.com or check him out on these social media: YouTube.com/@robgreenlee, https://www.linkedin.com/in/robgreenlee/ X.com/robgreenlee
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First, a simple request: If you like this episode, or the Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers podcast, can you please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekers
Now, on to our episode! You’ve probably heard that data is the new oil. But did you know that understanding what data to gather… and how to use that data... is also creating lots of opportunities? We’re talking not only opportunities for those seeking jobs or starting a business, but also for those who already have a job or a business… or might even be looking for a good investment.
My guest today, futurist and data analysis expert, Ben Talin, speaks about those topics and much more on this episode.
Listen as Ben elaborates on such things as (1) what are some of the key trends involving the use of data over the past couple of decades, (2) what challenges businesses typically face in making sense of the data they gather, (3) how data is viewed or used differently in various parts of the world, and (4) how data might be used in the future, including in what Ben calls "the fourth world."
More importantly, Ben points out where the opportunities lie with data analysis. Interestingly, these apply as much if not more to those who already have jobs or own businesses, than those seeking jobs or businesses! Beyond that, Ben provides some great tips for either of those groups on how to seize these opportunities. This includes a trove of FREE resources his company offers.
Now a bit about Ben: Benjamin Talin, a serial entrepreneur, is the founder and CEO of MoreThanDigital, a leading global digital innovation platform competing with McKinsey, Boston Consulting, and other major consultancies to disrupt economic development.
MoreThanDigital is an ecosystem of systems and platforms, including the first-ever business diagnostics platform, scalable training programs, and more - all connected to enable the first global healthcare system for businesses. Through partnerships with hundreds of government ministries and economic development agencies, MoreThanDigital is driving economic development and societal improvement around the world, and has already helped over 2 million people.
With expertise in marketing, change management, digital strategy, economic development and complex digital ecosystems, Ben has delivered over 200 keynotes and advised numerous government agencies and EU commissions. His influence extends beyond these roles, as he has authored over 450 influential works and has been featured in over 100 international media outlets. He serves in an advisory role to seventeen governments, the United Nations, three European Commissions, and as a member or board member of prestigious institutions such as Harvard Business Review, MIT Tech Review, University of Digital Sciences and more.
To access information about Ben, MoreThanDigital, and the FREE resources and business diagnostics platform his company offers, please visit www.morethandigital.info and www.insights.mtd.info You can also find Ben on LinkedIn at (1) Benjamin ((本杰明-塔林)) Talin | LinkedIn
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Hi everyone.
First off, a simple request: If you like this episode, or the Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers podcast, can you please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekers
Now, on to our episode! Are you investing in dividend stocks to help build your future nest egg? Or, maybe you’re retired and just looking to add some extra income to your savings? Well, whether you’re investing in dividends-- or not-- dividend investing typically makes a lot of sense. My guest today, Prakash Kolli, is an expert on dividend investing, especially when it comes to U.S. stocks.
In this episode, Prakash shares with us lots of useful information, including (1) what the different types of stock dividends are, (2) the demographics of dividend investors, (3) recent trends in the interest-- or lack of interest-- in dividend investing, (4) the appeal of U.S. dividend stocks to people outside of the U.S., and (5) considerations in determining whether you should invest in individual dividend stocks vs. in a mutual fund or exchange-traded fund. He also expresses his perspectives on how dividend stock investing will evolve through the rest of this decade.
Most importantly, Prakash shares some of his favorite industries and stocks right now for dividend investing, and he provides some great tips on how to get started in dividend investing, if you are not already doing so.
Now a bit about Prakash: Prakash Kolli is the founder of the Dividend Power site. He is a self-taught investor and blogger on dividend growth stocks, financial independence, and retirement. His writings are on Seeking Alpha, InvestorPlace, TalkMarkets, ValueWalk, The Money Show, Forbes, Yahoo Finance, MSN, and leading financial sites. He also works part-time as a freelance equity analyst with Sure Dividend and Portfolio Insight.
To receive Prakash's FREE Dividend Power newsletter, please go to the Dividend Power website shown above and submit your request. You can reach Prakash there and on LinkedIn at (2) R. Prakash Kolli, Ph.D., P.E. | LinkedIn
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Hi everyone.
First off, this is a free podcast intended for you, especially if you are one of the millions of people around the world who's looking for a job, career, business, and/or investment opportunity every day!
My name is Jeff Ostroff. I'm the creator, host, and executive producer of Looking Forward. I created this podcast in June 2020 because I wanted to put something positive out there during the time of COVID. Positive in terms of the upbeat and clean content. Positive in terms of my energy and the valuable expertise shared by my guests. And positive in that I felt there was a great need to let people know that, even in troubling times, attractive opportunities are still knocking out there!
A little about me: Throughout my career, I've worked in the marketing and communications field: handling anything from speaking engagements, to training programs, to consulting and writing projects, to interviewing people, to newscasts, to being a party DJ and event host. I've served clients in a variety of industries and in multiple countries.
In recent years, I've created and launched one promotional show, Voices in the Spotlight, and two podcasts: Health Care on the Horizon,” and Looking Forward®: It's All About Opportunities!. I've also been a co-host of two other podcasts for my clients. In addition, I'm a podcast producer, advisor, columnist, and frequent podcast guest; a voiceover talent; and a B2B/B2C interviewer for businesses looking to promote their companies or better understand their prospects and customers.
And, if you are interested in seniors marketing, I'm the author of the Prentice-Hall Book, “Successful Marketing to the 50+ Consumer.”
I invite you to listen to any of our episodes. There are lots of them... and we've had well over 100 guests on Looking Forward. So, you have lots of trend topics and experts to choose from!
If you want to learn more about my business, Jeff Ostroff & Associates, LLC, please contact us at www.jeff-ostroff.com You can also check out my profile (and connect with me) on LInkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff-8142647
And, please, feel free to contact me about any Looking Forward episodes you have questions or want to provide feedback about... or any topics you think we need to cover in future episodes. Thanks! Jeff
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It seems like almost everybody’s talking about sustainability these days. But do you know the immense number of global opportunities that is and will create for job, career, business, and investment seekers?
My guest today, John Pabon, is an expert on sustainability. He’s traveled all over the world, and worked with both the public and private sectors in that domain. So, if anyone can speak to those opportunities, it’s John.
On this episode, John discusses (1) the widespread scope the world of sustainability covers, (2) major trends occurring in sustainability, (3) some significant differences in how countries in various parts of the world are addressing their sustainability challenges, and (4) how he believes the sustainability landscape will evolve over the next decade.
Of utmost importance, John lays out the broad swatch of opportunities available to in the sustainability realm to anyone from a job seeker to an investor, and he provides some solid tips for how to begin seizing those opportunities.
Now a bit about John: John Pabon has spent two decades in the business of saving our Earth. After leaving his role at the United Nations, John travelled the world studying the impacts of sustainability first-hand in factories, on fields, and in Fortune 500s.
Over his 20-year career, he’s had the privilege of working with the United Nations, McKinsey, A.C. Nielsen, and as a consultant with BSR, the world’s largest sustainability-focused business network. He is the founder of Fulcrum Strategic Advisors, Chair of The Conference Board’s Asia Sustainability Leaders Council, advises the UN, and serves on the board of advisors to the U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce.
John is also the author of two books: “Sustainability for the Rest of Us," and his latest book, “The Great Greenwashing: How Brands, Governments, and Influencers are Lying to You.” To learn more about John, go to https://www.johnpabon.com/ You'll also find him on social media sites, including Tik Tok and LInkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnpabon/
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SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment...
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First off, a simple request: If you like this episode, or Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, can up please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekers
Have you ever thought about inventing something? It could be a product, an app, or something else that people or businesses need. My guest today, Brian Fried, is an expert on inventing. He’s not only an inventor himself, but he helps others who bring him their invention ideas.
On this episode, Brian covers such topics as (1) where do you get ideas for inventions, (2) who are the people who come up with inventions, (3) how is inventing things different nowadays than in the past, and (4) the differences between being an inventor in the U.S. vs. some other parts of the world.
As you’ll also learn from Brian, there are all kinds of things that might be improved by inventions. And, those inventions not only create opportunities for the inventors, but for the many professionals who can help them with their inventions. He then provides numerous tips for what's necessary to succeed as an inventor, including various things inventors have to consider and take action on.
Now a bit about Brian: Brian Fried, known as "The Inventor Coach," is a highly accomplished innovator, author, and speaker, boasting 15 patents under his name. He has effectively licensed and manufactured his inventions, gaining recognition through QVC, infomercials, catalogs, and major retailers.
For over 18 years, Brian has served as a guiding force for inventors, offering personalized coaching as an invention licensing agent and assisting in the commercialization of ideas. As a captivating speaker, Brian engages audiences with talks on innovation and invention, complemented by three authored books offering practical advice.
Beyond speaking and writing, Brian is the visionary founder of the National Inventor Club, a community that fosters collaboration and networking opportunities for inventors worldwide, guiding them through the intricacies of the invention process and providing invaluable resources for success.
In October 2023, Brian unveiled his latest creation—the Inventor Smart Community app. This innovative social media and resource center, available for download on Google Play and the Apple App Store, aims to create a vibrant community where inventors can connect, share ideas, and access valuable resources. Brian's dedication to empowering inventors is evident in his tireless efforts to provide accessible platforms for collaboration and knowledge sharing, ensuring that innovators worldwide can thrive.
Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!
Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier.
SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking...
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First off, a simple request: If you like this episode, or Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, can up please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekers
What’s something literally billions of people use every day, whether at home, work, or someplace else? That’s right, the Internet. And what’s something people have to be concerned about when they use the Internet? Yes, cyberattacks! My guest today, Craig Taylor, is an expert on cybersecurity. And, while Craig says cyberattacks are definitely something to be concerned about, he also believes the need for improved cybersecurity is creating lots of opportunities for job, career, business, and investment seekers.
On this episode, Craig covers such topics as (1) how cyberattacks have changed over the last, roughly 15 years, (2) whether or not there is much difference around the globe in terms of vulnerability to cyberattacks, (3) some basic actions companies and individuals can take to lessen their risk of cyberattacks, and (4) what he sees changing in the world of cybersecurity through the rest of this decade.
Most importantly, Craig lays out the myriad opportunities that are there today and tomorrow for those who get involved in some aspect of cybersecurity. In fact, Craig says the field is so wide open right now that he refers to it as "the Wild West." He also goes on to provide some tips for those who are interested in identifying and pursuing some of these opportunities.
Now a bit about Craig. Craig Taylor is a 25-year veteran of cybersecurity. He has been a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) since 2001. In 2014 Craig co-founded a cybersecurity training company - Cyberhoot - to help small-to-mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and managed service providers (MSPs) learn cyber literacy.
During his career, Craig has led cybersecurity organizations in web hosting (CSC), finance (JP Morgan Chase), and manufacturing (Vistaprint). Additionally, Craig leads a cybersecurity consultancy delivering virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) services to more than 30 companies (all sizes and industries).
Craig is a Toastmaster (public speaking), a Rotarian (Portsmouth, NH), and a philanthropist, having raised 100k riding in the Pan Mass Challenge for 10+ years.
Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!
Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier.
SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too!
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Hi everyone!
Did you know the future is ripe with opportunities for those who understand both the big and the lesser-known global trends? That’s some of what we learned in Part 1 of our two-part series with renowned futurist, business owner, author, and speaker, Chet Sisk.
In Part 2, Chet shares more of the some of the best global opportunities he sees for the remainder of this decade. And, he spends lots of time providing insights and tips on how you can put yourself in the best position to seize those opportunities.
Now a bit about Chet. Renowned futurist Chet W. Sisk dedicates the majority of his time to meticulously analyzing the latest trends through a comprehensive approach that involves data scrutiny, engaging conversations, and keen observation.
Offering strategic consultation for companies, individuals, and diverse organizations, Chet's global footprint spans over 30 countries. His illustrious career includes delivering keynotes at prestigious venues such as the United Nations, conducting workshops for Fortune 500 companies, and penning several insightful books on personal and corporate transformation.
As a seasoned world traveler, former CEO of a local advertising agency, and prolific author of six books, Chet brings a wealth of personal experience, humor, and captivating stories from his extensive travels to his keynotes and workshops. His presentations not only feature definitive predictions on the unfolding events in the coming years but also emphasize the underlying reasons behind these developments. Chet ensures that his audience is not only aware of the challenges but is also well-versed in the numerous opportunities and possibilities that this moment presents.
Beyond his impactful work in the private sector, Chet is the founder of Universal Basic Resources, a leading change management company. He's also the founder of Co-Lead of International, a non-profit think tank focused on change leadership. Chet extends his influence to the legislative realm, consulting the Colorado State Legislature on a groundbreaking State bill addressing the artificial intelligence wave. In a formal working partnership with tech giants NVIDIA and Arrow Intelligent Solutions, Chet gains valuable insights and ideas related to artificial intelligence.
Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!
Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier.
SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too!
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**You’ll find more information about me and my business, Jeff Ostroff & Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com or
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Hi everyone!
Did you know the future is ripe with opportunities for those who understand both the big and lesser-known global trends? And who’s more credible in telling us that than futurist, Chet Sisk? In this first of two episodes, Chet begins to lay out where he sees opportunities, plus the why and how of that. He’ll do more of this in Part 2.
In Part 1, Chet speaks about (1) what futurists do, and how it's applied by those who hire them, (2) the role that "change" plays, and how we must embrace it to see the possibilities around and ahead of us, (3) some of the important global trends taking place in our world, and (4) one HUGE global opportunity he says is not only here today, but will be here for a long time to come. Chet also shares what he calls "the one key" to succeeding in the new world we live in, whether you are a child or someone who's in the working world today.
Now a bit about Chet. Renowned futurist Chet W. Sisk dedicates the majority of his time to meticulously analyzing the latest trends through a comprehensive approach that involves data scrutiny, engaging conversations, and keen observation.
Offering strategic consultation for companies, individuals, and diverse organizations, Chet's global footprint spans over 30 countries. His illustrious career includes delivering keynotes at prestigious venues such as the United Nations, conducting workshops for Fortune 500 companies, and penning several insightful books on personal and corporate transformation.
As a seasoned world traveler, former CEO of a local advertising agency, and prolific author of six books, Chet brings a wealth of personal experience, humor, and captivating stories from his extensive travels to his keynotes and workshops. His presentations not only feature definitive predictions on the unfolding events in the coming years but also emphasize the underlying reasons behind these developments. Chet ensures that his audience is not only aware of the challenges but is also well-versed in the numerous opportunities and possibilities that this moment presents.
Beyond his impactful work in the private sector, Chet is the founder of Universal Basic Resources, a leading change management company. He's also the founder of Co-Lead of International, a non-profit think tank focused on change leadership. Chet extends his influence to the legislative realm, consulting the Colorado State Legislature on a groundbreaking State bill addressing the artificial intelligence wave. In a formal working partnership with tech giants NVIDIA and Arrow Intelligent Solutions, Chet gains valuable insights and ideas related to artificial intelligence.
Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!
Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier.
SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too!
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Hi everyone.
Did you know there are a wealth of opportunities out there for those who want to start businesses? But opportunities in startups don’t just apply to entrepreneurs! Lots of others can be a part of this boom, too. My guest expert, Bill Provine, the CEO of an organization devoted to helping startups get off the ground, shares his expertise about this and much more on today’s episode.
Among other things, Bill speaks about (1) the many different kinds of startup ventures his organization, The Innovation Space, assists, (2) some major trends taking place in the world of entrepreneurship today, (3) contrasts in the approach to entrepreneurship around the globe, and (4) tools to help those who are launching or looking to grow their ventures.
True to our focus here on Looking Forward®, Bill lays out a boatload of opportunities for those interested in being part of the start-up world. Many of these involve positions or roles that go well beyond the company founder or visionary, too. Finally, Bill takes a look at how the rest of this decade looks for startup opportunities, and he provides numerous tips for those interested in this field of endeavor.
Now a bit about Bill. Bill Provine is the founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of the The Innovation Space, in addition to a member of its Board of Directors. In this role, Bill oversees all operations and is responsible for its overall performance.
Prior to joining the Innovation Space, Bill worked for DuPont. There he led global operations for science and engineering, encompassing DuPont's open innovation practice. This included oversight for DuPont’s innovation centers and regional laboratories around the world. He also has served in a variety of research, marketing, business development, joint venture, and manufacturing leadership roles in DuPont over the last 30 years.
Bill is very active in cultivating and advancing science across sectors and has served on numerous private company, university, industrial, governmental, and scientific association advisory and management boards and committees. He currently serves on the board of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) supporting scientific research and advocacy; the Resolution Project, supporting social entrepreneurship; and the National Advisory Council on Innovation and Entrepreneurship with the U.S. Department of Commerce, supporting creation of a national entrepreneurship strategy.
Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!
Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier.
SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too!
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Hi everyone.
Do you know the best strategies to land a good job in today’s job market? If that’s of interest to you, you’ll definitely want to hear what my guest expert, Richard Triggs, says. While Richard’s focus today will be on finding a job as a senior executive, you’ll find much of what he speaks about is applicable to almost any job and career seeker.
Among other things, on this episode Richards speaks about (1) the biggest trends occurring in the world of executive recruiting these days, (2) some differences among countries in what employers look for when recruiting, (3) AI's potential impact on the need for senior executives in particular industries, and (4) the powerful role LInkedIn plays in senior executive and other job-search efforts.
Richard sees continued demand for senior executives now and into the future. And he offers LOTS of tips for those seeking not only jobs as senior executives, but for others who are job searching. A bonus: Richard offers listeners the opportunity to receive a FREE copy of either of his two books. (See below.) You'll need to listen to the episode to find out how. :)-
Now a bit about Richard: Richard Triggs is the founder and CEO of Arete Executive. Over the last 15 years, he and his team have been responsible for recruiting over 1500 senior executives and board directors into roles across Australia and elsewhere. Richard has also coached over 2500 senior executives and board directors through their job search.
He is the author of the best-selling book, “Uncover the Hidden Job Market – How to Find and Win Your Next Senior Executive Role” (second edition published in 2023). His second book, released just recently, is “Winning the War for Talent – How to Attract and Retain Top Performers.”
Rich is the host of “The Arete Podcast” (200+ episodes) and the “Winning the War for Talent Podcast”. He is also an accomplished musician and a trained psychotherapist.
You can reach Richard on LinkedIn and at www.areteexecutive.com.au/
Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!
Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier.
SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too!
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Hi everyone.
Did you know there’s a global movement to solve some of our world’s biggest problems by helping those with the greatest needs become self-sufficient? This movement is being led by all kinds of people and organizations: nonprofits, for profits, specialists, technicians, entrepreneurs, and investors. My guest expert on this episode, Dr. Courtney Cash, is one of those leading the way in these social entrepreneurship endeavors.
On this episode, Courtney discusses such things as (1) how market-based solutions and social enterprise are being used to help solve some of the world's biggest problems, (2) what factors are driving this trend, (3) how focusing on sending large sums of money to organizations or societies in need can actually be counterproductive, and (4) where the marriage of social enterprise and market-based solutions is taking hold around the world.
Courtney then lays out myriad opportunities that are being created by this emerging global trend for just about anyone: job seekers, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and what he calls the "impact investors." He also shares his thoughts on how this trend will evolve through the rest of this decade. And, of particular value, he offers some tips to help people identify and seize these opportunities.
Now a bit about Courtney: Dr. Courtney Cash is President of the World Shoe Fund, where he served as the lead strategist in the development of the World Shoe social enterprise. Dr. Cash is also the founder of Simply Strategic Consulting, with almost 30 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, ministry, and consulting. His work has helped to expand the capacity of nonprofits to impact thousands of people in more than 50 countries through strategic planning, storytelling, donor engagement, and impact collaborations.
Dr. Cash is a seminary-trained nonprofit and ministry leader with degrees and certifications in education, leadership, and business. In 2018, he was awarded a Certificate of Achievement in Nonprofit Fund Development by the Mendoza College of Business of the University of Notre Dame. Dr. Cash also currently serves as Executive in Residence at the Berry College Campbell School of Business, where he mentors young entrepreneurs and teaches courses in social entrepreneurship and nonprofit management.
Currently, his research is focused on the development of multi-sectoral social enterprise models, market-based solutions for scaling the work of nonprofits, and the use of collective impact strategies to address major social challenges in local communities and larger international ecosystems.
You'll find out more about Dr. Cash and the World Shoe Fund at www.worldshoefund.org and on LinkedIn.
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Hi everyone.
Over the past couple of years or so, millions and millions of people have become aware of the presence of artificial intelligence. Like the Internet itself, AI promises to be a major part of our business and personal lives for decades to come. But how much do we know about all the opportunities AI is and will create? My guest expert, Manuj Aggarwal, enthusiastically discusses these opportunities and much more on this episode.
Listen as Manuj speaks about such things as (1) when AI first began to take off as companies like Amazon, Tesla, and Facebook recognized and capitalized on its power, (2) the catalyst that has made AI accessible to the public-at-large, (3) the big trend in AI today, and where that trend is taking us, and (4) who's leading the way in the adoption and use of AI. SPOLIER ALERT: Manuj says it is NOT the U.S.
Looking into the future, Manuj talks about what might be the implications on human behavior as AI becomes more advanced over time.... yet another surprise! He then lays out the many opportunities he sees AI creating for job, career, business, and investment seekers. He says these are going to be directly related to the advancing AI's capabilities, or they'll employ AI in ways that expand people's ability to identify and seize new opportunities. Finally, Manuj offers some great tips for anyone from a job seeker to an investor on how to thrive as AI becomes further embedded in our societies.
Now a bit about Manuj: Manuj Aggarwal, is the founder and Chief Innovation Officer of TetraNoodle Technologies, an elite AI consulting company. With a remarkable track record of driving transformative change, Manuj, through TetraNoodle, has touched at least 10 million lives and generated over $500M in value through his expertise in technology and AI.
He has shared his insights at the United Nations alongside distinguished figures like the Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize winners, while President Obama and Bill Gates have recognized his work. With four AI patents to his name, Manuj is the perfect mentor to guide you through the transformative potential of AI and its benefits for businesses.
You'll learn more about TetraNoodle at https://www.linkedin.com/company/tetranoodle/
You'll find out more about Manuj on LinkedIn or at https://manujaggarwal.com/
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Hi everyone.
We all know that water is vital for all of us. But did you realize there are huge opportunities out there for those who, among other things, can help recycle water or remove the waste from it?? My guest expert, Riggs Eckelberry, discusses these opportunities and much more on this episode.
On the episode Riggs speaks about such things as (1) the challenges our present water infrastructure faces both in the U.S. and around the globe, (2) the "perfect storm" that's driving these challenges, and (3) who it is, by far, that demands the most water, and why that's "where the money is." Hint: This one may surprise you!
Riggs then explains how the use of water technology, or "aquatech," can help address some of the challenges he identifies. He sheds light on a wide array of opportunities that anyone from a job seeker to an entrepreneur to an investor can seize upon in tackling issues like water treatment and water recycling. Finally, Riggs provides tips and resources that will help you begin to capitalize on the many opportunities this relatively new world of water technology offers.
Now a little bit about Riggs. Riggs Eckelberry is a nationally-renowned entrepreneur who deploys his personal Break To Build™ process to help rebuild the water industry, which has reached a critical breaking point in recent years despite being essential to the planet's survival. As the founding CEO of OriginClear, Riggs has developed innovative solutions to help businesses face rising water bills by tapping into new investment markets. He is even pioneering the development of "water stablecoins,” a cryptocurrency backed by water-assets.
With a diverse background in nonprofit management, oceangoing navigation, and crew rowing, Riggs is uniquely qualified to bring change to an outdated and overrun industry.
You'll learn more about Origin Clear at originclear.com You'll find out more about Riggs there, on LinkedIn, and by listening to the episode.
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SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too!
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**You’ll find more information about me and my business, Jeff Ostroff & Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com or https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff-8142647/
On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation,...
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Hi everyone.
Before we move on to this episode, I wanted to let you know about our next Looking Forward® Encore "Ask Me Anything" live event. This is the venue where you get to ask guest experts who've been on Looking Forward YOUR questions. Our next live event will be Wednesday, November 15th, at noon ET. My guest expert will be Phil Cooper, who's been in the pet industry for nearly 60 years! Phil will discuss some of the opportunities in the pet industry and then take your questions. If you've heard Phil on the Looking podcast, you know he's a recognized expert on global opportunities in the pet industry space! You can join us by registering here. https://jeff-ostroff.com/lf-live-events
Now on to the episode.
What if I told you there’s an economic engine that will amount to trillions of dollars by 2030… and it’s already taken off? That engine is called the bioeconomy, which while improving our global climate, is also creating lots of job, career, business, and investment opportunities. My guest expert on today’s episode is Dr. Nancy Connell, and she does a great job of informing us about the bioeconomy.
On this episode Nancy speaks about such things as (1) what is the bioeconomy, and what it's intended to do, (2) what initiatives and businesses are already making an impact in the bioeconomy space-- and she names many of them, and (3) the global extent of this trend, which is vast. Nancy then lays out numerous job, career, business, and investment opportunities which the booming bioeconomy has to offer. She also provides lots of tips and resources that will help you get started on the path to seizing opportunities in this exciting, relatively new industry.
Now a little bit about Nancy. Dr. Connell is Senior Scholar, Senior Scholar in International Networks and Collaboration in the Division of Policy and Global Affairs at the US National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine. She is also Professor Emerita at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School where she directed biosafety-level three laboratory research in bacterial pathogenesis and drug discovery from 1992 to 2018. She is past Professor at Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security (2018-2021).
With a PhD in microbial genetics from Harvard University, Dr. Connell studies the impact of biotechnology advances on biosecurity, biosafety, and biodefense, focusing on their impact the implementation of Biological Weapons Convention. She has long been involved in the development of regulatory policies associated with biocontainment work and dual-use research of concern.
You'll learn more about Dr. Connell's background and how to reach her by listening to the episode.
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SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too!
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Hi everyone.
Before we move on to this episode, I have some exciting news to share with you! We are now holding live Looking Forward® Encore "Ask Me Anything" events where you get to ask guest experts who've been on the podcast YOUR questions. Our second event, to be held at noon ET on Wed., October 25th, will feature Loren McDonald, who will take questions about OPPORTUNITIES in the electric vehicle industry. If you've heard Loren on the Looking Forward podcast, you know he's a recognized expert on global opportunities in the EV space! You can join us by registering here. https://jeff-ostroff.com/lf-live-events
Now on to the episode. Did you know the demand for personal virtual assistants (PVA) is growing worldwide? More importantly, do you know how to succeed as a personal virtual assistant, or how to choose a PVA… if that’s one of your organization's needs? My guest expert, Melissa Smith, is an expert on all things related to PVAs.
On this episode, Melissa speaks about (1) what distinguishes a PVA from a consultant or other type of freelancer, (2) what are the kinds of duties a PVA can take on, and (3) what are some things that have changed the landscape for PVAs-- and those who hire them-- since Melissa's last appearance on Looking Forward®, nearly 3 years ago.
Melissa then spends a lot of time telling you where some of the global opportunities lie for PVAs... and how to go about finding them. And she offers you a multitude of tips, whether you are looking to succeed as a PVA or to hire one.
Now a little bit more about Melissa. Melissa Smith is the founder of The PVA, a firm that matches clients with the right virtual assistants. She is also the best-selling author of two books, Hire The Right Virtual Assistant and Become a Successful Virtual Assistant. Additionally, Melissa also mentors for Remote-how Academy, the first global, online education and individual certification program.
Drawing from her experience while working on five different continents, Melissa truly understands how to operate a successful virtual business. Melissa has been featured by ABC, NBC, CBS, Entrepreneur, Forbes, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, U.S. News & World Report. Most recently Melissa was named Top Virtual Assistant Consultant of the Year, a Top 10 Most Inspiring Woman in Business 2022, one of the top 100 Dynamic Leaders, and a trailblazing female entrepreneur to watch in 2021.
Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!
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SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime...
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Hi everyone.
Did you know there’s a multi-billion-dollar GLOBAL opportunity in the transportation industry? It happens to be one that’s not widely known. It has to do with shipping freight and, in this case, with those who help to do that, otherwise known as freight brokers. My guest expert, Jason Bauch, owns businesses which focus on freight brokering.
On this episode, Jason speaks about (1) his unusual path to getting involved in freight brokering, (2) some of the biggest changes and challenges taking place in the freight brokering space, (3) the global nature of the business, and (4) the gargantuan projected growth in freight brokering during this decade.
Most importantly, Jason identifies at least three opportunities for people to enter the freight brokering business, and he offers some helpful tips on who's best suited for this kind of work, and how they can get started.
Now a little bit more about Jason. Jason began his logistics career in 1997 as a driver. After a serious driving accident, he then moved into the office and managed a fleet of over 30 trucks. Later, he transitioned to the brokerage side of the business and has spent the last 22 years learning, innovating, and developing personally, professionally, and financially.
Jason possesses vast knowledge of the transportation industry as a whole-- including dealing with temperature-controlled products-- as made evident by his impressive list of customers in the food industry.
Jason is an owner of 3 businesses. 360 Freight Solutions focuses on building long-term relationships with carriers (typically, truck companies) and customers, those who have products or goods to ship. https://www.360freightsolutions.com/
His second business is Brokerz Edge, which is intended to combat misinformation about the industry and teach people how to earn a multiple 6-figure income in the freight brokering business. https://www.brokerzedge.com/
His newest company, Luramiles, is a logistics company that removes the bottlenecks in the transportation industry. Think of it as like an Amazon for freight. Luramiles helps small-to-mid-sized trucking companies get exposure to more customers by improving the flow of information and communication https://luramiles.com/
You can reach Jason and learn about his companies through any of the websites shown above, as well as on various social media platforms, such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
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Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier.
SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too!
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Hi, Looking Forward® podcast listeners!
Are you a pet owner? Hundreds of millions of people all over the world are. Whether you own a pet or not, there are enormous opportunities out there for you in the pet industry, which is, by the way, a $30 BILLION industry! Having been involved in all aspects of the pet industry for 57 years, my guest expert, Phil Cooper, knows all about these opportunities.
Among other things, you'll hear Phil speak about (1) the latest trends in pet ownership, products, services, and spending, (2) one major part of the world where the pet industry is growing in leaps and bounds, (3) how Millennials and Gen Z'ers are looking at their pets differently than the generations before them, and (4) a staggering projection about the future growth of the pet industry over the next decade.
Most importantly for you, Phil identifies numerous opportunities for anyone from teenagers, to adult job/career seekers and changers, to entrepreneurs, to investors in the pet industry. And he provides some great, practical tips on how you can begin to seize one or more of those opportunities.
Now a little bit more about Phil. For 57 years, Phil Cooper has been living his passion for animals by working in the pet industry. Phil started his career as a small retailer, became a distributor, a national salesperson, and has a series of industry firsts -- like owning the first Pet Super Store in the United States before PetSmart or Petco. Phil has traveled the world, selling and making connections with the biggest and best in the pet industry.
As the largest volume pet product manufacturer’s representative in the pet industry for many years, Phil Cooper represented many large and small firms building a wide range of pet items in all categories. He worked with some of the founders of the pet industry, building large pet brands. He has been owned, turned-around, and launched many pet companies, including Inoby’s Pet Products, a division of Yammanuchi Pharmaceutical, Munchkin/Bamboo Inc., The Brinkmann Corp., Phillips Pet Supply/K-Line, Hydor, Pets International LTD, Resco and iClean Dog Wash. Revenue ranges were from $1 million to $350 million and many were startups.
Phil is well known worldwide in the pet industry and has won many awards, including The Gold Circle Award from The Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council. He has held Board seats on The Western World Pet Supply Association (now WPA), PIJAC Australia, and was a Founding Member of The Pet Care Trust.
He founded and owns a LinkedIn Group “Pet Industry Sales Resources,” which is a networking group helping to put job seekers and job providers together with experienced pet salespeople. He also is a strong supporter of the Pet Advisory Council.
You can reach Phil at [email protected], via his website, . www.petindustryexperts.com, and on LinkedIn.
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SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and
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Hi everyone.
Did you know that buildings are responsible for 40% of greenhouse gas emissions, and that of all the buildings that will exist in 2040, 2/3 already exist today? Well it turns out, that creates enormous opportunities for those who want to remove the carbon from those buildings. My guest expert, Owen Barrett, serial entrepreneur, and founder and president of Rayven, speaks with me about these opportunities and much more on this episode.
Among other things, Owen discusses (1) what the impetus was for him to get involved in decarbonizing commercial real estate properties, (2) one major trend that's stimulating interest in clean technology in the United States, (3) how other countries actions on climate change and decarbonization differ in some ways from those of the U.S., and (4) an exciting development that could be a game changer for tackling climate change in the future.
Most importantly for you, Owen identifies numerous opportunities for entrepreneurs, job and career changers, and investors spawned by the commercial real estate decarbonization effort. And he gives you some great tips to get you started on that path.
Now a little bit more about Owen. Since earning a bachelor’s degree in finance, cutting his teeth in the financial industry, and earning a master’s degree in environmental science and management, Owen’s been on a professional rampage, pushing complacency and bureaucracy aside, and decarbonizing our economy at an impressive rate. Owen’s a three-time founder in the clean tech space, with one successful exit.
As a Global Energy Manager for a Fortune 500 company for three years, Owen implemented $60 million of clean technology. Combining his experience in fuel cells, solar PV, energy storage, LED lighting, and HVAC optimization, Owen left to launch lumeo, a niche energy service company. Within three years, lumeo hit eight figures in revenue and helped forty school districts implement energy efficiency and renewable energy.
After a successful exit from lumeo, and nearly a decade in the clean technology industry, Owen started ZNE Capital and pivoted to buying commercial real estate for the purpose of decarbonizing it. In just three years, Owen acquired and partially decarbonized $96M of multifamily properties.
While ZNE Capital proves to have a successful business model, the rampant inauthenticity within the institutional impact investing space made it challenging for ZNE Capital to make impact at scale. Owen founded Rayven to decarbonize existing buildings at scale.
Rayven is the world’s first net-zero real estate investment platform. Every property they buy is converted to true net zero (no offsets involved). By partnering with thousands of authentic, retail-impact investors, Owen, Rayven, and every single investor will decarbonize the world, one apartment building at a time. Rayven is Owen’s Sistine Chapel and the culmination of a decade in sustainability.
You can reach Owen at [email protected] Learn more about Rayven at www.joinrayven.com
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Hi everyone.
Did you know that several trends have put us at the doorstep of opportunities for people who work with, start businesses, or invest in SaaS products and services? That’s SaaS, as in "software as a service." My guest expert, Maia Benson, Managing Director at Forum Ventures, speaks about these opportunities and much more on this episode.
Among other things, Maia speaks about (1) the origins of SaaS, (2) some of the biggest trends affecting SaaS these days, (3) global differences in SaaS, and (4) the exciting future waiting just around the corner for us, both personally and professionally, due to major developments in the SaaS space. This includes, of course, AI's expanding presence.
Most importantly for you, our opportunity seekers, Maia identifies SPECIFIC jobs and careers that will be in demand. And, as a venture capitalist in the SaaS world (as well as in other areas), she names industry categories and "pain points" where investors and entrepreneurs may find great opportunities to leverage their assets.
Now a little bit about Maia. Maia Benson is a partner and Managing Director at Forum Ventures where she invests in and works with early stage B2B SaaS founders from inception to scale. She has spent over 20 years founding, building, and scaling award-winning SaaS products and platforms for entrepreneurs and SMBs at places like LexisNexis, Pitney Bowes (SendPro platform/apps), and most recently at Shopify, where over 5 years, she helped found, launch and scale their Shipping and Fulfillment products from inception to 60%+ merchant adoption and $Bs of transportation spend.
In addition to her venture work at Forum Ventures, Maia continues to angel invest and advise next gen eCommerce and Logistics tech founders. You can find out more about Forum Ventures at www.forumvc.com You can reach Maia at [email protected] She's also on LinkedIn.
Now a word about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!
Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? Well that means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier.
SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com
I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too!
If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about SupaPass. We can do something like that to promote your organization or upcoming major event!)
**You’ll find more information about me and my business, Jeff Ostroff & Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com or https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff-8142647/
On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting,...
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