Rise at Nite #1: Uncensored fun with Sam Silverstein

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And…you requested it and you got it! Rise at Nite makes its debut online. One of our most requested features from all of you is some more interview “face” time with our guests. Rise at Nite features an extended interview with Sam in a live, anything goes, environment. Mix a drink, live audience….who knows what will happen. Leave a comment!

Sam Silverstein is in the house this week to help combat your fears on The Rise To The Top and Rise at Nite. A world renowned speaker and President of The National Speakers Association, we are happy to have Sam come and speak to you…for … Read More »

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Entrepreneur Tip #2 Take A Break: In-town mini vacations
A double dose of video served up for you piping hot:

Get away from the stupid office. You know what, I can see you have been working hard today and you need a little rest and relaxation. But maybe you just don’t have the time and energy to pack everything up and head out of town.

So, today’s key: Creating your own vacation without venturing too far from home.

Yes, vacation normally brings to mind sandy beaches, big mountains, or maybe hibernating like a bear, but as an entrepreneur it can be tricky to get out … Read More »

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Dinner and Discussions: Entrepreneur Speed Dating Redefines Networking

This past week we tried a new concept with Bank On This! The Rise To The Top Event Series presented by BancorpSouth Bank. When I started the event series I wanted to do something very different than anyone else. An event series that adds value, lacks stuffiness, and is tons… Read More »

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Entrepreneur Tip #1: Start An Internship Program

So you want to start your very own internship program?

Here are a few reasons an internship could be rocking for your company:
1. You can attract the best college students who WANT to learn and gain experience FOR FREE. They earn college credit which is great for them.
2. The youngsters can bring high energy and a blank slate mindset to your company. You can help mold them.
3. How do you know you are good at what you do? Well, if you can TEACH it to college students, THAT is a very good sign! Experts not … Read More »

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Become A Media Blender: What Every Entrepreneur Can Learn From Barack Obama’s Inauguration

In a historic day in American history, regardless of party affiliation, millions of Americans tuned in this morning to Barack Obama being sworn in as the 44th president of the United States. 

I sat glued to the the television, with my laptop next to me on my right, and my cell phone buzzing on my left. I thought, “Wow I am media blender!” Welcome my friends to the future of media. Even just ten years ago, you could only get your news from a few different sources:

-Television
-Local Radio
-Newspapers
-Word-Of-Mouth: … Read More »

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3 Tips on Mastering the Art of Relationship Building

Episode #4 of The Rise To The Top is all about relationship building. It is no secret that networking is a major key to success both in your business and your personal life. Here are some tips and tricks so you can become a master networker like our guest Dixie Gillaspie.

1. Be Authentic. This is the number one rule of building relationships. If you are a marketer you wouldn’t tell people you sell flowers, would you? Same thing is true of networking. Be yourself and relationships will naturally manifest themselves. If you are not authentic … Read More »

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Pleated Pants revolt against Episode #4

Pleated Pants, our cartoon unfashionable and unpleasant pair of pants, does not want you to watch Episode #4. Here are his reasons:

- Episode #4 is usefully packed with networking secrets and resources to get you out into the community and meeting awesome people. Pleated Pants would rather sit home and eat a bran muffin.

- Episode #4 teaches you how to become an expert in your field in less than 30 days. Pleated Pants doesn’t want to be an expert, he wants to blend in with the crowd.

- Adam Kreitman stops in on Episode #4 to teach … Read More »

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You can try to be Superman, but don’t forget toilet paper!

This week was a wild one. As an entrepreneur entrenching your position, success or failure is largely up to you. This past week I was blogging, organizing, taking meetings, making sponsorship phone calls, writing a show, doing research on interesting entrepreneurs, getting new video equipment, setting up a production company, getting my intern set for her first day, conference calling with some cool media people throughout the country, consulting with our web team on new website features, finalizing plans for our exclusive dinner as part of the Event Series, booking a keynote speech, working … Read More »

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Be Funny Or Be Out Of Business

The pleated pants days of no humor in business are over. If you are still stuck in the 50′s, here is a refresher course. There is nothing worse than the salesperson, entrepreneur, teacher, businessman or woman who approaches business like war. No fun, no games, no smiles. All work, no play.

Those who don’t use humor or at least a lighter attitude, lose business. It is a FACT. Now I’m not saying you walk into business meetings with a beanie and blow-horn. And of course you have to adapt to your environment (or maybe DO wear the beanie…let … Read More »

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8 Amazing Resources For Creating Your Own Personal Brand

If you need an oxygen tank after watching the fast-moving, in-your-face Episode #3 of The Rise To The Top, then we have done our job! After the first airing ABC (and soon on therisetothetop.com) I’ve gotten some requests for links to the resources in the show and here you are. Remember, the Education Packet (FREE Interactive Workbook) will be up in the “Resources” section very shortly. In the meantime, here are 8 great resources to sink your teeth into to build your own personal brand and become an expert. Click to check them out!

#1: Recognized … Read More »