When you bring up the word “television advertising” or “television commercials” what pops into your mind? Multi-million (or billion) dollar budgets? Massive companies with lame commercials that don’t really sell anything but instead try to win awards for the advertising company who created them? Bud-Weis-Errrrrrrr? Horrible local commercials which look like they were shot on the first camera ever created in the history of mankind? I asked this question recently to a big CEO/entrepreneur and he said “Soap.” That is all he said when I asked what he thought of when I said the word “commercial.” Just soap.

But what if I told you that if done creatively and correctly (we will get to how to do both later) TV … Read More »

Fans both new and old of The Rise To The Top are in for a treat this fall when Season #2 launches. With a new “magazine style show” format, The Rise To The Top focuses on unique human interest stories featuring incredibly talented entrepreneurs mixed in with practical tips and all kinds of excitement. Business will never be boring again. The fall season also featured an extremely star studded cast of characters and unique interviews including Gary Vaynerchuk (Wine Library TV), Maxine Clark (Build-A-Bear), Anna Kournikova (Tennis Celebrity), Scott Mednick (Legendary Pictures) and many more to be announced.

Familiar segments from season #1 will be mixed in with all kinds of new goodies for viewers as well as new ways … Read More »

NOTE ON ABOVE VIDEO: Thanks to our special camera man Gabe Padva who is a rocking real estate entrepreneur for filming my impromptu insane singing of the Canadian National Anthem in the middle of a crowded restaurant.

This past week I wrapped myself in an American Flag, put on a cutoff pair of jorts (jean shorts) and my NASCAR shirt and headed off to beautiful British Columbia in Canada. OK, just kidding about the outfit, but dead serious about our neighbors to the north.

It has been about a year and a half since I last took a full one week vacation and honestly I was a little nervous heading out. Would I be able to walk away from technology … Read More »

Off to vacation this week up in Canada with my lovely girlfriend!

Big things in the work for Season #2 as we are going to be giving you a delicious plate full of entrepreneurship this fall with exciting news as to where you can watch The Rise To The Top! Big news coming! Make sure to check out photos from Summer Business Break with Anna Kournikova.

Also, of course we want to hear your suggestions! How can we improve for Season #2? What would help you grow your business? What do you like about the show? What can we do better?

I’m already drinking a delcious smoothie and I will see you next week. Make sure to leave your comments!… Read More »

David’s Note: Matt Brown is one of the infectious characters. He is extremely passionate about business and also has a great personal story of overcoming alcoholism at a young age to really make his mark with everyone he meets. A serial entrepreneur, Matt is the co-owner of a fitness facility called SWEAT but focuses also on unique approaches to lifestyle training and getting in a positive mindset. Too often we are busy getting things done and forget how we feel or how to recreate those incredible days where everything goes right. Matt teaches people how to get in that mindset every day. While “mindset” may seem a little fluffy for the busy entrepreneur, I can assure you the mental game … Read More »

The only thing hotter than the weather in St. Louis was Summer Business Break on July 11th. The SOLD OUT event lived up to expectations as guests were treated to numerous surprises including a guest appearance by former St. Louis Cardinal Kerry Robinson, a wine tasting with Mitchell Davis, great sponsor gifts and much more. Anna Kournikova also stopped in for a meet&greet and took photos with Summer Business Breakers. Video and photos from the event will be up soon. Make sure to stay tuned!

Also, coming in Season #2 of The Rise To The Top this fall, David sits down with Anna Kournikova and talks about giving back to the community and her personal brand and also one of … Read More »

Catching up with the man, the myth, the former athletic legend, social media master and author Lewis Howes. Check out what Lewis is up to and how he keeps all of his businesses in line.… Read More »

Less than 20 tickets remain for the PREMIER event in St. Louis THIS SATURDAY JULY 11th!  Make sure to nab your tickets today for Summer Business Break available exclusively on therisetothetop.com and you will not miss out on:

-Meet and Greet with tennis star and celebrity Anna Kournikova

-Our private tent packed with movers, shakers, entrepreneurs and just generally awesome individuals such as yourself plus premium open bar, sushi, hors d’ouerves and much more including a wine tasting.

-Special premium seats to watch high-energy St. Louis Aces Tennis (even if you aren’t a  massive tennis fan, these matches will get you off your butt and cheering)

-Gift Bag that includes amazing gifts from our sponsors including a certificate from Mitchell … Read More »

Less than 20 tickets remain for the PREMIER event in St. Louis THIS SATURDAY JULY 11th!  Make sure to nab your tickets today for Summer Business Break available exclusively on therisetothetop.com and you will not miss out on:

-Meet and Greet with tennis star and celebrity Anna Kournikova

-Our private tent packed with movers, shakers, entrepreneurs and just generally awesome individuals such as yourself plus premium open bar, sushi, hors d’ouerves and much more including a wine tasting.

-Special premium seats to watch high-energy St. Louis Aces Tennis (even if you aren’t a  massive tennis fan, these matches will get you off your butt and cheering)

-Gift Bag that includes amazing gifts from our sponsors including a certificate from Mitchell … Read More »