Re Perez

In this Episode, Denise and Re Discuss:   Why your brand should be gay (even if you’re not).  Why branding should matter to a busy entrepreneur.  What are the biggest branding mistakes entrepreneurs make in their business.  Examples of “experiential” branding. How can an entrepreneur determine how they make their customers “feel.”  Key Takeaways:  The perception that people have of your brand will dictate how much they are willing to spend for your product and services. Branding starts with first determining who your target audience is.  The #1 criteria for a company name is memorability.  There are three different components that make up a brand: Visual / Verbal / Experiential. AKA How you look. What you say. How you behave.   Ask people what the top things that are most important when they come to a website, and how well your website performs against those things.   “You don’t actually own your brand. It resides in people’s minds.” - Re Perez  About Re Perez: Re Perez is a seasoned Brand Consultant, with a Fortune 500 background at top global brand consultancies including Interbrand and Siegel+Gale. Since 2011, his agency BRANDING FOR THE PEOPLE, has delivered Fortune 500-level branding to thousands of entrepreneurs across 45+ different industries around the world—from start-ups, Inc. 500 fastest growing companies, and established multi million-dollar businesses. He has a proven track record for helping his clients double, triple and quadruple their business.   Connect with Re: Re’s new book:  https://yourbrandshouldbegay.com/ Branding For the People free resources: https://brandingforthepeople.com/resources/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/re-perez-branding/ The music website to keep focus recommended by Re: https://www.brain.fm/  Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this Episode, Denise and Re Discuss: <ul> <li>Why your brand should be gay (even if you’re not). </li> <li>Why branding should matter to a busy entrepreneur. </li> <li>What are the biggest branding mistakes entrepreneurs make in their business. </li> <li>Examples of “experiential” branding.</li> <li>How can an entrepreneur determine how they make their customers “feel.”</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>The perception that people have of your brand will dictate how much they are willing to spend for your product and services.</li> <li>Branding starts with first determining who your target audience is. </li> <li>The #1 criteria for a company name is memorability. </li> <li>There are three different components that make up a brand: Visual / Verbal / Experiential. AKA How you look. What you say. How you behave. </li> <li>Ask people what the top things that are most important when they come to a website, and how well your website performs against those things. </li> </ul> “You don’t actually own your brand. It resides in people’s minds.” - Re Perez About Re Perez: Re Perez is a seasoned Brand Consultant, with a Fortune 500 background at top global brand consultancies including Interbrand and Siegel+Gale. Since 2011, his agency BRANDING FOR THE PEOPLE, has delivered Fortune 500-level branding to thousands of entrepreneurs across 45+ different industries around the world—from start-ups, Inc. 500 fastest growing companies, and established multi million-dollar businesses. He has a proven track record for helping his clients double, triple and quadruple their business. Connect with Re: Re’s new book: <a href="https://yourbrandshouldbegay.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://yourbrandshouldbegay.com/</a> Branding For the People free resources: <a href="https://brandingforthepeople.com/resources/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://brandingforthepeople.com/resources/</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/re-perez-branding/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/re-perez-branding/</a> The music website to keep focus recommended by Re: <a href="https://www.brain.fm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.brain.fm/</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

020 Re Perez: Your Brand Should Be Gay (Even If You're Not)

Eli Adelson

In this Episode, Denise and Eli Discuss:   What it means to “be in flow.” How can you get into flow any time you want. Some of Eli’s favorite ways to get into flow. Quantum energies that play in the background to help transform your personal energy and the energy in the room. How to perform an “Intention Meditation.” How to make even mundane activities more fun.    Key Takeaways:  Flow is when your inner game and outer game are in alignment. When in flow, you can often perform things with joy and ease. Try to be in flow as much as possible. It doesn’t keep you from feeling your feelings.  Use meditation and visualization to help you. You can use the Intention Meditation and the Red Balloon visualization that Eli walked through in the episode to help you. Try listening to music in other languages to help you get into flow (since you won’t generally know the words).    “Acknowledge that you had this feeling and thank it for being there and serving you for so long. Then just let it go off and do it’s own thing, because at this point in your life it no longer serves you.” - Eli Adelson  About Eli Adelson: Eli Adelson is the co-owner of Peace and Harmony Co with his dad David Adelson, a company dedicated to helping people create a higher quality of life and resolve annoying everyday frustrations using quantum energy – PES® Enhancers™.  Peace and Harmony Co has infused certain energy enhancers into over 500 unique silent and nature MP3s, videos, art and photography and so much more.   One of these energy enhancers for peace and harmony is playing silently in the background during this episode, so please let the podcast host Denise Gosnell know if you can tell any difference in how it makes you feel. You can access this for yourself at: https://peaceandharmonydownload.com/.  From the beaches in Bali to the cathedrals in Rome, from temples in Japan to bars in Taiwan, Eli spends his time living a life most people dream of. After realizing that everyone at his new university was there just getting high, Eli got a refund, went home, and created his own leadership/management program studying dozens of books and videos from Zig Zigular, Jim Rohn, Richard Branson, and more. He took the next year off and went traveling. And hasn’t stopped. His ancient website showcases Australia, Thailand (studied Thai massage), China, Tibet, Everest Base Camp, England, France, Italy, Finland, Mongolia, Spain, Bali, India (studied Ayurveda), and many more. He’s been living in Asia for over a decade now and along the way completed his degree from UMass. Eli stepped into teaching flow when traveling companions and friends started seeking his advice. With an insatiable desire to grow, he’s studied human behavior, communication, and development for years to better understand how to live in flow.     Connect with Eli: For the free silent audio mentioned in the interview: www.PeaceAndHarmonyDownload.com  Eli’s new book: https://foreverinflow.com/ To take the flow quiz Eli mentioned: www.TakeThisQuizNow.com  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eli-adelson-3405b5159/  Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this Episode, Denise and Eli Discuss: <ul> <li>What it means to “be in flow.”</li> <li>How can you get into flow any time you want.</li> <li>Some of Eli’s favorite ways to get into flow.</li> <li>Quantum energies that play in the background to help transform your personal energy and the energy in the room.</li> <li>How to perform an “Intention Meditation.”</li> <li>How to make even mundane activities more fun.</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>Flow is when your inner game and outer game are in alignment. When in flow, you can often perform things with joy and ease.</li> <li>Try to be in flow as much as possible. It doesn’t keep you from feeling your feelings. </li> <li>Use meditation and visualization to help you. You can use the Intention Meditation and the Red Balloon visualization that Eli walked through in the episode to help you.</li> <li>Try listening to music in other languages to help you get into flow (since you won’t generally know the words).</li> </ul> “Acknowledge that you had this feeling and thank it for being there and serving you for so long. Then just let it go off and do it’s own thing, because at this point in your life it no longer serves you.” - Eli Adelson About Eli Adelson: Eli Adelson is the co-owner of Peace and Harmony Co with his dad David Adelson, a company dedicated to helping people create a higher quality of life and resolve annoying everyday frustrations using quantum energy – PES® Enhancers™. Peace and Harmony Co has infused certain energy enhancers into over 500 unique silent and nature MP3s, videos, art and photography and so much more. One of these energy enhancers for peace and harmony is playing silently in the background during this episode, so please let the podcast host Denise Gosnell know if you can tell any difference in how it makes you feel. You can access this for yourself at: <a href="https://peaceandharmonydownload.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://peaceandharmonydownload.com/</a>. From the beaches in Bali to the cathedrals in Rome, from temples in Japan to bars in Taiwan, Eli spends his time living a life most people dream of. After realizing that everyone at his new university was there just getting high, Eli got a refund, went home, and created his own leadership/management program studying dozens of books and videos from Zig Zigular, Jim Rohn, Richard Branson, and more. He took the next year off and went traveling. And hasn’t stopped. His ancient website showcases Australia, Thailand (studied Thai massage), China, Tibet, Everest Base Camp, England, France, Italy, Finland, Mongolia, Spain, Bali, India (studied Ayurveda), and many more. He’s been living in Asia for over a decade now and along the way completed his degree from UMass. Eli stepped into teaching flow when traveling companions and friends started seeking his advice. With an insatiable desire to grow, he’s studied human behavior, communication, and development for years to better understand how to live in flow.  Connect with Eli: For the free silent audio mentioned in the interview: <a href="http://www.PeaceAndHarmonyDownload.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.PeaceAndHarmonyDownload.com</a> Eli’s new book: <a href="https://foreverinflow.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://foreverinflow.com/</a> To take the flow quiz Eli mentioned: <a href="http://www.TakeThisQuizNow.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.TakeThisQuizNow.com</a> LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eli-adelson-3405b5159/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/eli-adelson-3405b5159/</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

019 Eli Adelson: Living In Flow 

Rennie Gabriel

In this Episode, Denise and Rennie Discuss:   The mistakes Rennie made in his life that caused him to go broke multiple times, and then how we became a multi-millionaire after age 50. How you can create real wealth without having a huge income. The difference between good debt versus bad debt. The 3 Secrets of the Wealthy.    Key Takeaways:  There are certain “attitudes” about money that wealthy people share, such as paying yourself first. There are certain “forms” that wealthy people use and refer to, such as how they look at their house on a financial statement (hint: it’s not generally an investment) The wealthy control their “investments” by having multiple streams of income. Not all debt is “bad”. There are some forms of debt that can be “good”, such as debt you incur to invest in real estate that you buy at a fair price that then pays for itself from the rental income to tenants.    “Wealth creation is a team sport, not a solo sport.”  - Rennie Gabriel   About Rennie Gabriel: Rennie Gabriel is an author, speaker, master financial coach, and founder of Wealth On Any Income. Rennie went from broke at age 50 to multi-millionaire after learning the three secrets of the wealthy, despite failing high school math.  He now donates 100% of the profits from his books, online programs and coaching to the charity Shelter To Soldier, where rescued dogs are trained as service animals for soldiers who have returned with PTSD or TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) His award winning, best-selling book Wealth On Any Income has been translated into eight languages.    Connect with Rennie Gabriel: Website: www.wealthonanyincome.com  Free copy of Rennie’s book mentioned in interview: www.wealthonanyincome.com/gift  Rennie’s social media accounts: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/renniegabrielcom/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/renniegabriel  Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this Episode, Denise and Rennie Discuss: <ul> <li>The mistakes Rennie made in his life that caused him to go broke multiple times, and then how we became a multi-millionaire after age 50.</li> <li>How you can create real wealth without having a huge income.</li> <li>The difference between good debt versus bad debt.</li> <li>The 3 Secrets of the Wealthy.</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>There are certain “attitudes” about money that wealthy people share, such as paying yourself first.</li> <li>There are certain “forms” that wealthy people use and refer to, such as how they look at their house on a financial statement (hint: it’s not generally an investment)</li> <li>The wealthy control their “investments” by having multiple streams of income.</li> <li>Not all debt is “bad”. There are some forms of debt that can be “good”, such as debt you incur to invest in real estate that you buy at a fair price that then pays for itself from the rental income to tenants.</li> </ul> “Wealth creation is a team sport, not a solo sport.” - Rennie Gabriel About Rennie Gabriel: Rennie Gabriel is an author, speaker, master financial coach, and founder of Wealth On Any Income. Rennie went from broke at age 50 to multi-millionaire after learning the three secrets of the wealthy, despite failing high school math. He now donates 100% of the profits from his books, online programs and coaching to the charity Shelter To Soldier, where rescued dogs are trained as service animals for soldiers who have returned with PTSD or TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) His award winning, best-selling book Wealth On Any Income has been translated into eight languages. Connect with Rennie Gabriel: Website: <a href="http://www.wealthonanyincome.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.wealthonanyincome.com</a> Free copy of Rennie’s book mentioned in interview: <a href="http://www.wealthonanyincome.com/gift" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.wealthonanyincome.com/gift</a> Rennie’s social media accounts: Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/renniegabrielcom/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/renniegabrielcom/</a> LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/renniegabriel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/renniegabriel</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

018 Rennie Gabriel: From Broke To Millionaire After Age 50

Lisa Cherney

In this Episode, Denise and Lisa Discuss:   The benefits of being unapologetic or GFRing? Lisa’s GFR Commandments, and how to use them in life. GFR Commandment #5 – “Make Yourself Your Most Important Client” GFR Commandment #3 – “Don’t Worry About Being Normal, Proper, or Polite.” The biggest mistakes business owners make in their marketing. How Lisa uses meditation to enhance her performance as an entrepreneur.    Key Takeaways:  Ask yourself: “What would I say to the people I want to help if I wasn’t worried about being rude or losing them?” Then say that to them. They deserve your honesty and your help, and most people will find that refreshing. Most business owners are afraid to take a stand in the marketing, and as a result, they speak to no one. You should not feel guilty about having an opinion and taking a stand, even if some people won’t agree with you.    “If I wasn’t worried about any negative outcome, what would I really say?” - Lisa Cherney   About Lisa Cherney: Lisa Cherney, now known as The Queen of Clarity, is host of the ground-breaking confession-based Get F***ing Real show for successful soulful entrepreneurs and founder of the GFR Squad, a lively community that is serious about embracing the GFR lifestyle and living a life without regrets. In 2014, after 15 years in business, Lisa Cherney got f***ing real and dismantled her successful 7-Figure business as the Juicy Marketing Expert.  She was proud of the financial accomplishment, but burdened by the “monster” she created. It did not make her happy. To makes things worse her “6-Figures On Your Terms” events were helping hundreds of entrepreneurs make money fulfilling their mission and her refreshing “Cash Through Clarity” Marketing training was in high-demand around the world.  But Lisa learned that just because something is successful and people like it, doesn’t mean you have to keep doing it.  She always knew she had a low tolerance for not being happy (after all she left a “successful” corporate career, with companies like AT&amp;T and Lipton at age 28), but now she knows her mission is to help other successful and soulful business owners GFR so they can get out of their own way and help more people! Other f***ing real fun facts about Lisa are:  She is lazy (This inspires lots of creativity on how to get stuff done with the least amount of effort) She loves TV (This is how she unwinds and her TiVo is one of her most prized possessions) She can’t spell for shit (Another outlet for creativity) She didn’t want kids (Until 10 years into her marriage - She has one 13 year old and is convinced she got it “right” the first time.)  Her husband, of nearly 25 years, is way cooler than her (He is an engineer, chiropractor, singer/songwriter and World’s Greatest Dance Dad) She is not a certified coach, does not have a marketing degree or an MBA (but she mentors lots of people who do and doesn’t hold it against them) She doesn’t believe in limiting love (And her boyfriends are very happy about that)  She is from New Jersey and her parents are from Brooklyn (Thus partially explaining her love of the F word)    Connect with Lisa Cherney: To download Lisa’s 12 GFR Commandments mentioned in the interview: www.gfr.life/12c  Lisa’s interview with Denise Gosnell on GFR – Get F***king Real: www.gfr.life/41    Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook:  The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this Episode, Denise and Lisa Discuss: <ul> <li>The benefits of being unapologetic or GFRing?</li> <li>Lisa’s GFR Commandments, and how to use them in life.</li> <li>GFR Commandment #5 – “Make Yourself Your Most Important Client”</li> <li>GFR Commandment #3 – “Don’t Worry About Being Normal, Proper, or Polite.”</li> <li>The biggest mistakes business owners make in their marketing.</li> <li>How Lisa uses meditation to enhance her performance as an entrepreneur.</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>Ask yourself: “What would I say to the people I want to help if I wasn’t worried about being rude or losing them?” Then say that to them. They deserve your honesty and your help, and most people will find that refreshing.</li> <li>Most business owners are afraid to take a stand in the marketing, and as a result, they speak to no one.</li> <li>You should not feel guilty about having an opinion and taking a stand, even if some people won’t agree with you.</li> </ul> “If I wasn’t worried about any negative outcome, what would I really say?” - Lisa Cherney About Lisa Cherney: Lisa Cherney, now known as The Queen of Clarity, is host of the ground-breaking confession-based Get F***ing Real show for successful soulful entrepreneurs and founder of the GFR Squad, a lively community that is serious about embracing the GFR lifestyle and living a life without regrets. In 2014, after 15 years in business, Lisa Cherney got f***ing real and dismantled her successful 7-Figure business as the Juicy Marketing Expert.  She was proud of the financial accomplishment, but burdened by the “monster” she created. It did not make her happy. To makes things worse her “6-Figures On Your Terms” events were helping hundreds of entrepreneurs make money fulfilling their mission and her refreshing “Cash Through Clarity” Marketing training was in high-demand around the world. But Lisa learned that just because something is successful and people like it, doesn’t mean you have to keep doing it.  She always knew she had a low tolerance for not being happy (after all she left a “successful” corporate career, with companies like AT&amp;T and Lipton at age 28), but now she knows her mission is to help other successful and soulful business owners GFR so they can get out of their own way and help more people! Other f***ing real fun facts about Lisa are: <ul> <li>She is lazy (This inspires lots of creativity on how to get stuff done with the least amount of effort)</li> <li>She loves TV (This is how she unwinds and her TiVo is one of her most prized possessions)</li> <li>She can’t spell for shit (Another outlet for creativity)</li> <li>She didn’t want kids (Until 10 years into her marriage - She has one 13 year old and is convinced she got it “right” the first time.) </li> <li>Her husband, of nearly 25 years, is way cooler than her (He is an engineer, chiropractor, singer/songwriter and World’s Greatest Dance Dad)</li> <li>She is not a certified coach, does not have a marketing degree or an MBA (but she mentors lots of people who do and doesn’t hold it against them)</li> <li>She doesn’t believe in limiting love (And her boyfriends are very happy about that) </li> <li>She is from New Jersey and her parents are from Brooklyn (Thus partially explaining her love of the F word)</li> </ul> Connect with Lisa Cherney: To download Lisa’s 12 GFR Commandments mentioned in the interview: <a href="http://www.gfr.life/12c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gfr.life/12c</a> Lisa’s interview with Denise Gosnell on GFR – Get F***king Real: <a href="http://www.gfr.life/41" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.gfr.life/41</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook:  <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and  <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn:  <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and  <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

017 Lisa Cherney: Be Unapologetically You

Michael Ferguson

In this Episode, Denise and Michael Discuss:   How to conduct virtual travel from the comfort of your own home. The best web sites and apps for virtual travel experiences. Experiencing world class museums from anywhere you have an Internet connection. How to expand and track your travel bucket list using Google Earth. Tips on planning staycations in your own area. The best times to see the most popular sites in a city.  Key Takeaways:  You can travel the world (including the moon) using Google Earth and street view. Many museums offer virtual tours of their most popular exhibitions. Google Earth is a great way to track and refine your travel bucket list. When you travel to other states and countries, Viator.com (and the Viator app) can be a great resource for helping you book excursions.  About Michael Ferguson: Michael Ferguson is a lifelong traveler, and is the author of the book "Leave Me Alone... I'm on Vacation!" as well as the founder of TravelYourWaytoday.com. Michael was born in Great Falls, Montana and has lived in Colorado Springs, Colorado almost exclusively since the age of five, taking road trips with his family throughout the Rocky Mountain and Midwest areas of the United States.   Michael studied German and lived for a semester in Lüneburg, Germany with a German family. Michael discovered through this experience the richness of being able to experience a different culture firsthand, which would continue to inspire him during his future travels.   Michael travels often, both for work and for pleasure and has traveled extensively around North America and Europe. In July 2015 Michael added Africa to his journeys as he traveled with his wife and niece to Tanzania, where they enjoyed a safari, and Michael trekked to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Michael Ferguson continues to be a life-long traveler who loves to explore and experience diverse cultures and destinations.   Connect with Michael Ferguson: Website: www.travelyourwaytoday.com  Free digital copy of Michael’s book: Leave Me Alone! I’m On Vacation: http://www.imonvacationbook.com  To buy the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KSMKQ9R/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_MhIGEbBCBEZW7  Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this Episode, Denise and Michael Discuss: <ul> <li>How to conduct virtual travel from the comfort of your own home.</li> <li>The best web sites and apps for virtual travel experiences.</li> <li>Experiencing world class museums from anywhere you have an Internet connection.</li> <li>How to expand and track your travel bucket list using Google Earth.</li> <li>Tips on planning staycations in your own area.</li> <li>The best times to see the most popular sites in a city.</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>You can travel the world (including the moon) using Google Earth and street view.</li> <li>Many museums offer virtual tours of their most popular exhibitions.</li> <li>Google Earth is a great way to track and refine your travel bucket list.</li> <li>When you travel to other states and countries, <a href="http://Viator.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Viator.com</a> (and the Viator app) can be a great resource for helping you book excursions.</li> </ul> About Michael Ferguson: Michael Ferguson is a lifelong traveler, and is the author of the book "Leave Me Alone... I'm on Vacation!" as well as the founder of <a href="http://TravelYourWaytoday.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TravelYourWaytoday.com</a>. Michael was born in Great Falls, Montana and has lived in Colorado Springs, Colorado almost exclusively since the age of five, taking road trips with his family throughout the Rocky Mountain and Midwest areas of the United States. Michael studied German and lived for a semester in Lüneburg, Germany with a German family. Michael discovered through this experience the richness of being able to experience a different culture firsthand, which would continue to inspire him during his future travels. Michael travels often, both for work and for pleasure and has traveled extensively around North America and Europe. In July 2015 Michael added Africa to his journeys as he traveled with his wife and niece to Tanzania, where they enjoyed a safari, and Michael trekked to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Michael Ferguson continues to be a life-long traveler who loves to explore and experience diverse cultures and destinations. Connect with Michael Ferguson: Website: <a href="http://www.travelyourwaytoday.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.travelyourwaytoday.com</a> Free digital copy of Michael’s book: Leave Me Alone! I’m On Vacation: <a href="http://www.imonvacationbook.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.imonvacationbook.com</a> To buy the book on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KSMKQ9R/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_MhIGEbBCBEZW7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KSMKQ9R/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_MhIGEbBCBEZW7</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

016 Michael Ferguson: Virtual Travel Experiences From Home

Jen du Plessis

In this episode, Denise and Jen Discuss:  What entrepreneurs can do right now to best prepare to weather a recession that is probably coming. What to do with your lines of credit right now so that you can survive ups and downs that may be ahead. What some of the great opportunities are right now for those entrepreneurs are willing to seize the opportunity and be leaders. Jen’s 5 step framework on how to create a lifestyle business, which is also very relevant during the ups and downs of business. Jen also shared Jonathan Slain’s 5 part framework on Rocking the Recession.   Key Takeaways:  Let’s not delay success. There are opportunities in the midst of chaos.   Now is a great time to acquire the knowledge and clarity you need for the next phase. Considering accessing some of your lines of credit to keep in cash in case banks start freezing lines of credit Make some tune-ups in your business right now (debt consolidation, cancelling unnecessary expenses, etc.) to prepare for ups and downs that may lie ahead. Now is a good time to reflect on what you really want in your business and re-evaluate what isn’t serving you   Quote: We are moving to a “We” society and not just a “Me” society (like we did after September 11).  About Jen Du Plessis: America’s Mortgage Mentor, International Speaker, Top Selling Author, Podcast Hostess Jen is the Founder of Kinetic Spark Consulting, Black Fox Investments, and Valor Home Solutions. She the Author of “LAUNCH! How to Take your Business to New Heights.” She is also the host of the first mortgage-specific and top-rated Podcast Mortgage Lending Mastery. She spent over 35 years in residential mortgage lending and was ranked in the Top 200 Loan Originators in the U.S. and in the top 1% for over 15 years, with over $1B in lifetime loan fundings.  She has extensive leadership and sales experience and today is a highly sought-after charismatic and inspirational international Speaker and Coach (sharing stages with Tony Robbins, Les Brown, Barbara Corcoran, Darren Hardy, Magic Johnson, and many more) who specializes in creating Lifestyle Businesses to help mortgage loan originators, realtors and real estate investors multiply their results in record time, while maintaining a commanding and prosperous personal lifestyle. She has appeared on Good Morning America, Sirus/XM Radio, and Voice America Radio. Jen has been featured in such publications as The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post; And is a regular contributor for Mortgage Executive Magazine and Mortgage Women Magazine.   Connect with Jen Du Plessis:  Website: https://www.jenduplessis.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.duplessis.52 FB Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/JenDuPlessis22/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferduplessis/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JenDuPlessis Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIz6-AkN3rMajV8OHfbJ_zw?view_as=subscriber Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenduplessis/ For a strategy session with Jen, text the word strategy to 66866 For the recession assessment by Jonathan Slain that she mentioned, visit: http://www.recession.com Jonathan Slain’s book that she recommended is called Rock The Recession: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1544501897/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_6qaEEbCPXQJM8   Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this episode, Denise and Jen Discuss: <ul> <li>What entrepreneurs can do right now to best prepare to weather a recession that is probably coming.</li> <li>What to do with your lines of credit right now so that you can survive ups and downs that may be ahead.</li> <li>What some of the great opportunities are right now for those entrepreneurs are willing to seize the opportunity and be leaders.</li> <li>Jen’s 5 step framework on how to create a lifestyle business, which is also very relevant during the ups and downs of business.</li> <li>Jen also shared Jonathan Slain’s 5 part framework on Rocking the Recession.</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>Let’s not delay success. There are opportunities in the midst of chaos. </li> <li>Now is a great time to acquire the knowledge and clarity you need for the next phase.</li> <li>Considering accessing some of your lines of credit to keep in cash in case banks start freezing lines of credit</li> <li>Make some tune-ups in your business right now (debt consolidation, cancelling unnecessary expenses, etc.) to prepare for ups and downs that may lie ahead.</li> <li>Now is a good time to reflect on what you really want in your business and re-evaluate what isn’t serving you</li> </ul> Quote: We are moving to a “We” society and not just a “Me” society (like we did after September 11). About Jen Du Plessis: America’s Mortgage Mentor, International Speaker, Top Selling Author, Podcast Hostess Jen is the Founder of Kinetic Spark Consulting, Black Fox Investments, and Valor Home Solutions. She the Author of “LAUNCH! How to Take your Business to New Heights.” She is also the host of the first mortgage-specific and top-rated Podcast Mortgage Lending Mastery. She spent over 35 years in residential mortgage lending and was ranked in the Top 200 Loan Originators in the U.S. and in the top 1% for over 15 years, with over $1B in lifetime loan fundings. She has extensive leadership and sales experience and today is a highly sought-after charismatic and inspirational international Speaker and Coach (sharing stages with Tony Robbins, Les Brown, Barbara Corcoran, Darren Hardy, Magic Johnson, and many more) who specializes in creating Lifestyle Businesses to help mortgage loan originators, realtors and real estate investors multiply their results in record time, while maintaining a commanding and prosperous personal lifestyle. She has appeared on Good Morning America, Sirus/XM Radio, and Voice America Radio. Jen has been featured in such publications as The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post; And is a regular contributor for Mortgage Executive Magazine and Mortgage Women Magazine. Connect with Jen Du Plessis: <ul> <li>Website: <a href="https://www.jenduplessis.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.jenduplessis.com</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.duplessis.52" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.duplessis.52</a></li> <li>FB Business Page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JenDuPlessis22/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/JenDuPlessis22/</a></li> <li>Linked In: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferduplessis/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferduplessis/</a></li> <li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/JenDuPlessis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/JenDuPlessis</a></li> <li>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIz6-AkN3rMajV8OHfbJ_zw?view_as=subscriber" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIz6-AkN3rMajV8OHfbJ_zw?view_as=subscriber</a></li> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenduplessis/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jenduplessis/</a></li> <li>For a strategy session with Jen, text the word strategy to 66866</li> <li>For the recession assessment by Jonathan Slain that she mentioned, visit: <a href="http://www.recession.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.recession.com</a></li> <li>Jonathan Slain’s book that she recommended is called Rock The Recession: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1544501897/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_6qaEEbCPXQJM8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1544501897/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_6qaEEbCPXQJM8</a></li> </ul> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

015 Jen Du Plessis: Preparing for Success in Uncertain Times

Lou Diamond

In this episode, Denise and Lou Discuss:  How to thrive when things are scary (like with the Coronavirus right now) How to conduct effective virtual meetings even when you have a house full of people (since your whole family is working remotely) Ways to create and seize opportunities in the midst of chaos, and examples of how Lou, Denise, and other companies are seizing such opportunities How to leverage the power of your networks and your connections to help when you and they need it the most  Key Takeaways:  When things are scary, focus on serving your best clients and understanding their needs and seeing how you can add enormous value to what they are dealing with. Coordinate an organized schedule with everyone in your household who is working from home. Use various technologies and models to have effective virtual team meetings, including a daily virtual 10 Minute Update on video with key team members. Use this time to reach out to people you haven’t connected with in a while to see how they are doing and how you can support them. You never know what opportunities you can uncover by reconnecting with your network. Look for opportunities within the chaos. Think outside the box and you will be amazed at what opportunities are right in front of you to solve a current need and keep revenue coming in for your company.  About Lou Diamond: Lou Diamond is a dynamic speaker and master connector who will energize and motivate your organization to explode your sales, retain your clients and build a thriving culture... For over 25 years he has been a top sales performer, keynote speaker and performance mentor. Lou is a consultant; best-selling author; podcast &amp; TV host; and CEO of Thrive, a company focused on helping businesses, leaders and brands become even more amazing through the power of connecting.  He has consulted, mentored and presented to hundreds of companies the world over. Lou inspires audiences to feel they can conquer the world.... and make tons of great new connections doing it. Connect with Lou Diamond: Main web site: https://thriveloud.com/ Thrive Virtually: https://thriveloud.com/jumpstart His podcast: https://thriveloud.com/podcast/ His book: https://www.amazon.com/Master-Art-Connecting-Lou-Diamond-ebook/dp/B01N7BSRXF Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this episode, Denise and Lou Discuss: <ul> <li>How to thrive when things are scary (like with the Coronavirus right now)</li> <li>How to conduct effective virtual meetings even when you have a house full of people (since your whole family is working remotely)</li> <li>Ways to create and seize opportunities in the midst of chaos, and examples of how Lou, Denise, and other companies are seizing such opportunities</li> <li>How to leverage the power of your networks and your connections to help when you and they need it the most</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>When things are scary, focus on serving your best clients and understanding their needs and seeing how you can add enormous value to what they are dealing with.</li> <li>Coordinate an organized schedule with everyone in your household who is working from home.</li> <li>Use various technologies and models to have effective virtual team meetings, including a daily virtual 10 Minute Update on video with key team members.</li> <li>Use this time to reach out to people you haven’t connected with in a while to see how they are doing and how you can support them. You never know what opportunities you can uncover by reconnecting with your network.</li> <li>Look for opportunities within the chaos. Think outside the box and you will be amazed at what opportunities are right in front of you to solve a current need and keep revenue coming in for your company.</li> </ul> About Lou Diamond: Lou Diamond is a dynamic speaker and master connector who will energize and motivate your organization to explode your sales, retain your clients and build a thriving culture... For over 25 years he has been a top sales performer, keynote speaker and performance mentor. Lou is a consultant; best-selling author; podcast &amp; TV host; and CEO of Thrive, a company focused on helping businesses, leaders and brands become even more amazing through the power of connecting. He has consulted, mentored and presented to hundreds of companies the world over. Lou inspires audiences to feel they can conquer the world.... and make tons of great new connections doing it. Connect with Lou Diamond: Main web site: <a href="https://thriveloud.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thriveloud.com/</a> Thrive Virtually: <a href="https://thriveloud.com/jumpstart" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thriveloud.com/jumpstart</a> His podcast: <a href="https://thriveloud.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thriveloud.com/podcast/</a> His book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Master-Art-Connecting-Lou-Diamond-ebook/dp/B01N7BSRXF" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Master-Art-Connecting-Lou-Diamond-ebook/dp/B01N7BSRXF</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

014 Lou Diamond: Thriving In Uncertain Times

Carrie Gunderson

In this Episode, Denise and Carrie Discuss:   How to create quality of life when married to a hard charging entrepreneur. Why it’s important (and incredibly effective) to have a weekly couples’ meeting and use a meeting agenda like you would do for any important business meeting. Being an excellent parent even as a busy entrepreneur (or spouse of one.) The importance of having a family vision and having one spouse being responsible for holding that vision for the family. How to spend quality time with your family and leave your work at the office.  Key Takeaways:  You should have a weekly meeting with your spouse and cover important communication items (like travel schedule, “honey-do list”, how to best support the kids’ activities that week, and more.) Have regular date nights with your spouse like when you were first dating. Involve your children in the weekly meetings. Rate each other in each weekly meeting on how you are doing as a spouse and how you are doing as a parent. It can help keep each other accountable to putting the family as a priority.   To download the videos and sample meeting agenda discussed in the interview, please visit:  www.wealthfactory.com/marriage  “Our vision for our home, is more important than the vision for the company.” - Carrie Gunderson    About Carrie Gunderson: Carrie Gunderson is an extraordinary mother and wife (of serial entrepreneur Garrett Gunderson). She has dedicated her life to adding value and love to those she comes in contact with. She is passionate about health and heath freedom.   As a fact finder by nature, she has rigorously researched health and nutrition, through books, interviews, scouring the world to find solutions, and discovering the truth for herself and others. She is a gifted teacher; beginning with her career as a first grade teacher, to being asked to share her amazing energy and gifts on stage.  Carrie meditates for two and a half hours a day which has given her insight and the power to love, accept and forgive, and be the best version of herself. If you need or want advice or comfort, there is nobody more gifted with perspective, empathy, and solutions than her.  She is a force for all that is good in humanity.   She has a unique gift to gently bring a mirror for people to see where they are limiting their life, potential and happiness.   In Carrie’s downtime you might find her listening to records, drinking lattes, out for great Mexican food, traveling the world, or on a date with her husband at a concert, comedy, or cinema.  But most likely she will be at her cabin “The Shady Place”.   Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this Episode, Denise and Carrie Discuss: <ul> <li>How to create quality of life when married to a hard charging entrepreneur.</li> <li>Why it’s important (and incredibly effective) to have a weekly couples’ meeting and use a meeting agenda like you would do for any important business meeting.</li> <li>Being an excellent parent even as a busy entrepreneur (or spouse of one.)</li> <li>The importance of having a family vision and having one spouse being responsible for holding that vision for the family.</li> <li>How to spend quality time with your family and leave your work at the office.</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>You should have a weekly meeting with your spouse and cover important communication items (like travel schedule, “honey-do list”, how to best support the kids’ activities that week, and more.)</li> <li>Have regular date nights with your spouse like when you were first dating.</li> <li>Involve your children in the weekly meetings.</li> <li>Rate each other in each weekly meeting on how you are doing as a spouse and how you are doing as a parent. It can help keep each other accountable to putting the family as a priority.</li> </ul> To download the videos and sample meeting agenda discussed in the interview, please visit: <a href="http://www.wealtyfactory.com/marriage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.wealthfactory.com/marriage</a> “Our vision for our home, is more important than the vision for the company.” - Carrie Gunderson About Carrie Gunderson: Carrie Gunderson is an extraordinary mother and wife (of serial entrepreneur Garrett Gunderson). She has dedicated her life to adding value and love to those she comes in contact with. She is passionate about health and heath freedom.   As a fact finder by nature, she has rigorously researched health and nutrition, through books, interviews, scouring the world to find solutions, and discovering the truth for herself and others. She is a gifted teacher; beginning with her career as a first grade teacher, to being asked to share her amazing energy and gifts on stage. Carrie meditates for two and a half hours a day which has given her insight and the power to love, accept and forgive, and be the best version of herself. If you need or want advice or comfort, there is nobody more gifted with perspective, empathy, and solutions than her.  She is a force for all that is good in humanity.   She has a unique gift to gently bring a mirror for people to see where they are limiting their life, potential and happiness. In Carrie’s downtime you might find her listening to records, drinking lattes, out for great Mexican food, traveling the world, or on a date with her husband at a concert, comedy, or cinema.  But most likely she will be at her cabin “The Shady Place”. Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

013 Carrie Gunderson: Relationship and Parenting Hacks

Garrett Gunderson

In this episode, Denise and Garrett Discuss:  How Garrett was able to take 2 whole months off from his business to live in Europe for a summer, and the 5-step process he implemented in his business to make that happen. How Garrett went from being overworked and stressed to having more free time than ever while his income also increased. How to know what to invest your time and money in. How to identify your own unique “Investor DNA” and why it is so important if you want to keep the month that you earn. Some of the best ways to save money on your taxes. The mistakes that entrepreneurs make when it comes to wealth.   Key Takeaways:  You are not your business. You are not your money. When you get so wrapped up in trying to do everything and being a perfectionist, it can be a plague on your life. Take a step back and analyze what really matters to you in life. Build your business around that. 95% of Americans don’t have enough money for “retirement” without working through retirement for supplemental income. The time to do something about this is NOW. Make financial and business decisions in alignment with your own unique “Investor DNA”.    You are not your money. Perfectionism is a plague.  - Garrett Gunderson   About Garrett Gunderson: Garrett B Gunderson is an entrepreneur, financial advocate, and founder of Wealth Factory. Garrett brings energy and excitement to debunking the many widely accepted myths and fabrications that undermine the prosperity and joy of millions of business owners. He is the NY Times best-selling author of Killing Sacred Cows and What Would the Rockefellers Do? He also just released a new book called Budgeting Sucks, which you can learn more about at BudgetingSucks.com. Garrett has appeared on TV shows including ABC's Good Money, Your World with Neil Cavuto on Fox, and CNBC’s Squawk on the Street — and his firm was named to the Inc 500.  He has appeared onstage next to guests like the Dalai Lama, Richard Branson, Arianna Huffington, F.W. De Klerk, Tim Ferriss, Tony Robbins, Daymond John, and many others.  Most importantly, Garrett makes personal finance for entrepreneurs simple, immediately actionable and even enjoyable.     Connect with Garrett Gunderson: Main Web Site: Wealth Factory New Book: Budgeting Sucks Relationship Video  Youtube Channel   Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this episode, Denise and Garrett Discuss: <ul> <li>How Garrett was able to take 2 whole months off from his business to live in Europe for a summer, and the 5-step process he implemented in his business to make that happen.</li> <li>How Garrett went from being overworked and stressed to having more free time than ever while his income also increased.</li> <li>How to know what to invest your time and money in.</li> <li>How to identify your own unique “Investor DNA” and why it is so important if you want to keep the month that you earn.</li> <li>Some of the best ways to save money on your taxes.</li> <li>The mistakes that entrepreneurs make when it comes to wealth.</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>You are not your business. You are not your money. When you get so wrapped up in trying to do everything and being a perfectionist, it can be a plague on your life.</li> <li>Take a step back and analyze what really matters to you in life. Build your business around that.</li> <li>95% of Americans don’t have enough money for “retirement” without working through retirement for supplemental income. The time to do something about this is NOW.</li> <li>Make financial and business decisions in alignment with your own unique “Investor DNA”.</li> </ul> You are not your money. Perfectionism is a plague. - Garrett Gunderson About Garrett Gunderson: Garrett B Gunderson is an entrepreneur, financial advocate, and founder of Wealth Factory. Garrett brings energy and excitement to debunking the many widely accepted myths and fabrications that undermine the prosperity and joy of millions of business owners. He is the NY Times best-selling author of Killing Sacred Cows and What Would the Rockefellers Do? He also just released a new book called Budgeting Sucks, which you can learn more about at <a href="http://BudgetingSucks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BudgetingSucks.com</a>. Garrett has appeared on TV shows including ABC's Good Money, Your World with Neil Cavuto on Fox, and CNBC’s Squawk on the Street — and his firm was named to the Inc 500. He has appeared onstage next to guests like the Dalai Lama, Richard Branson, Arianna Huffington, F.W. De Klerk, Tim Ferriss, Tony Robbins, Daymond John, and many others. Most importantly, Garrett makes personal finance for entrepreneurs simple, immediately actionable and even enjoyable. Connect with Garrett Gunderson: Main Web Site: <a href="http://www.wealthfactory.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wealth Factory</a> New Book: <a href="http://www.budgetingsucks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Budgeting Sucks</a> <a href="http://www.wealthfactory.com/marriage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Relationship Video</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs--ejlVMYcMZF4tUC8yNRQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Youtube Channel</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

012 Garrett Gunderson: Wealth and Relationship Hacks

Mitch Russo

In this Episode, Denise and Mitch discuss:  The importance of self-care as a busy entrepreneur, and Mitch’s favorite self-care strategies that have kept him sane even when managing large organizations where he was CEO. How certification programs can help companies grow, and in fact, and they can provide your company with a sales force that pays YOU (versus the other way around.) A high level of how to create a certification program, and when you should consider it. Some of the best revenue streams that most entrepreneurs overlook. How to manage virtual teams really well and build an incredible culture.   Key Takeaways:  You can build a certification program to allow others to sell your products and services for you – offering regular, increasing cash flow. It’s a true “win-win”. You may think you are the only one who can provide your services well, but that generally isn’t true. Use meditation as your secret weapon, especially on your busiest days to bring some calm to the noise. To build a successful virtual team, you need to communicate with the team a lot more than you think you do.   “On particularly busy days, I take double the time to meditate because I know that I need to sort things out on a spiritual level before they will sort themselves out on the physical level.” - Mitch Russo  About Mitch Russo: Meet Mitch Russo, who started a software company in his garage, sold it for 8 figures and then went on to work directly with Tony Robbins and Chet Holmes at Business Breakthroughs, International to build a $25M business together. Mitch was the President and CEO of that organization where they served thousands of businesses a year with coaching, consulting, and training services.  Nominated twice for Entrepreneur of the Year, Mitch helps companies scale rapidly!  In 2015, Mitch published “The Invisible Organization” which is the CEO’s guide to transitioning a traditional brick and mortar company into a fully virtual organization.   In 2018, Mitch published “Power Tribes – How Certification Can Explode Your Business” which is the master blueprint for building profitable certification programs.    Mitch’s Podcast, Your First Thousand Clients, focuses on discovering the secrets of success from business owners who have served 1000 clients or more.  Today, Mitch helps his clients build recurring revenue streams by using his proprietary certification training and podcasts with super smart business owners.   Connect with Mitch Russo:   Mitch’s consultant/business web site is at www.MitchRusso.com. Mitch’s First Book site: www.InvisibleOrganization.com Mitch’s Second Book Site: www.PowerTribesBook.com Mitch’s Podcast: www.YourFirstThousandClients.com Mitch’s Productivity Software App: www.ResultsBreakthrough.com Mitch’s photography can be seen at www.MitchRussoTravels.com.  Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this Episode, Denise and Mitch discuss: <ul> <li>The importance of self-care as a busy entrepreneur, and Mitch’s favorite self-care strategies that have kept him sane even when managing large organizations where he was CEO.</li> <li>How certification programs can help companies grow, and in fact, and they can provide your company with a sales force that pays YOU (versus the other way around.)</li> <li>A high level of how to create a certification program, and when you should consider it.</li> <li>Some of the best revenue streams that most entrepreneurs overlook.</li> <li>How to manage virtual teams really well and build an incredible culture.</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>You can build a certification program to allow others to sell your products and services for you – offering regular, increasing cash flow. It’s a true “win-win”.</li> <li>You may think you are the only one who can provide your services well, but that generally isn’t true.</li> <li>Use meditation as your secret weapon, especially on your busiest days to bring some calm to the noise.</li> <li>To build a successful virtual team, you need to communicate with the team a lot more than you think you do.</li> </ul> “On particularly busy days, I take double the time to meditate because I know that I need to sort things out on a spiritual level before they will sort themselves out on the physical level.” - Mitch Russo About Mitch Russo: Meet Mitch Russo, who started a software company in his garage, sold it for 8 figures and then went on to work directly with Tony Robbins and Chet Holmes at Business Breakthroughs, International to build a $25M business together. Mitch was the President and CEO of that organization where they served thousands of businesses a year with coaching, consulting, and training services. Nominated twice for Entrepreneur of the Year, Mitch helps companies scale rapidly! In 2015, Mitch published “The Invisible Organization” which is the CEO’s guide to transitioning a traditional brick and mortar company into a fully virtual organization. In 2018, Mitch published “Power Tribes – How Certification Can Explode Your Business” which is the master blueprint for building profitable certification programs. Mitch’s Podcast, Your First Thousand Clients, focuses on discovering the secrets of success from business owners who have served 1000 clients or more. Today, Mitch helps his clients build recurring revenue streams by using his proprietary certification training and podcasts with super smart business owners. Connect with Mitch Russo: Mitch’s consultant/business web site is at <a href="http://www.MitchRusso.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.MitchRusso.com</a>. Mitch’s First Book site: <a href="http://www.InvisibleOrganization.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.InvisibleOrganization.com</a> Mitch’s Second Book Site: <a href="http://www.PowerTribesBook.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.PowerTribesBook.com</a> Mitch’s Podcast: <a href="http://www.YourFirstThousandClients.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.YourFirstThousandClients.com</a> Mitch’s Productivity Software App: <a href="http://www.ResultsBreakthrough.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.ResultsBreakthrough.com</a> Mitch’s photography can be seen at <a href="http://www.MitchRussoTravels.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.MitchRussoTravels.com</a>. Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

011 Mitch Russo: Certification Programs: A Sales Force That Pays YOU

As a business owner, you are constantly being pulled in a million different directions, which makes it challenging to get everything done while still having plenty of free time.  Each week, join Denise Gosnell, a 7-figure entrepreneur, as she interviews other entrepreneurs and industry experts on time and lifestyle hacks that have allowed them to grow their businesses and have an extraordinary quality of life.  Denise will also share some unconventional strategies she uses to run her 3 companies in 3 different industries by working an average of just 3 days per week.  If you’re a busy entrepreneur who wants to grow your business even faster while having a lot more free time and fun in your life, this is the podcast for you.If you enjoy listening, we would really appreciate you writing a 5-star review of the show.  It helps us stand out amongst a sea of other podcasts.  Thank you!You can get additional information at:Show Notes: https://VacationEffect.com/ Facebook:  @VacationEffect and @DeniseGosnellPageLinkedIn:  http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell

Denise knows what she is doing as a host and gets great usable information from her guests

Great host

Denise always brings together the very best to teach and share valuable information

Only the best

As a business owner, you are constantly being pulled in a million different directions, which makes it challenging to get everything done while still having plenty of free time. Each week, join Denise Gosnell, a 7-figure entrepreneur, as she interviews other entrepreneurs and industry experts on time and lifestyle hacks that have allowed them to grow their businesses and have an extraordinary quality of life. Denise will also share some unconventional strategies she uses to run her 3 companies in 3 different industries by working an average of just 3 days per week. If you’re a busy entrepreneur who wants to grow your business even faster while having a lot more free time and fun in your life, this is the podcast for you. If you enjoy listening, we would really appreciate you writing a 5-star review of the show. It helps us stand out amongst a sea of other podcasts. Thank you! You can get additional information at: Show Notes: <a href="https://VacationEffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://VacationEffect.com/</a> Facebook: @VacationEffect and @DeniseGosnellPage LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell</a>

The Vacation Effect

Roland Frasier

About Roland Frasier:   Roland is co-founder and/or principal of three current Inc. Magazine fastest-growing companies, and he has founded, scaled or sold 24 different 7 to 9 figure businesses ranging from consumer products to industrial machine manufacturing companies with adjusted sales ranging from $3 million to $337 million. Roland practiced business, tax and securities law for over 12 years and is now an active investor who drives growth and scale in his portfolio companies.  Roland is currently growing DigitalMarketer.com, RivalBrands.com and Plattr.com while advising over 150 other companies on digitally centric customer acquisition, activation, referral, retention and revenue strategies and plan implementation.    Key Takeaways:  Roland started out in real estate and buying properties with nothing down with seller financing (such as a land contract).  He then wondered whether the same strategies could work with buying companies where you could acquire the company with seller financing terms and use the company’s revenue to pay for itself.    Always Look For The Leverage Points: Roland always looks for the leverage points in reaching the desired outcome even faster.  Examples: Instead of going after real estate clients one by one, he partnered with developers who had multiple listings.    Some of Roland’s Favorite Business Hacks:   If you want to do business with someone, find a paid way to get their attention (as a customer, like by joining their group).  They will then pay attention to you since you are their client.  Then, figure out how to stand out to them, like Roland did with winning the Wicked Smaht (Smart) contests in War Room and impressing Ryan Deiss and Perry Belcher so they brought him in as a partner.     Growing By Acquiring Other Companies:  Roland said he can’t think of a faster way to grow than acquiring another company.  Here are the 7 types of companies you can grow by acquiring them:    Your competition Media (such as a company with eyeballs of your ideal customer, such as a single YouTube channel or other account where they have the audience you want). Talent or team (like if they had a sales rep network and you need one to grow). Products Services Vertical integration (anyone who is supplying you with goods or services in your supply chain) Intellectual property – patents, trademarks, copyrights, courses, other IP assets you could benefit from in growing   Even if you don’t want to grow by acquiring another company, you can still form strategic partnerships with companies in each of the above categories to reach your goals faster.    Some of Roland’s Favorite Time Hacks:   Don’t be on the org chart of any of your companies.  Otherwise, it is just a job.  Be willing to trust the people to do the job that you’ve hired them to do.  He doesn’t care about ever reaching inbox 0.  Roland goes to his email if there is a reason to do so.  For social media, he pretty much ignores everything except the comments and then replies to comments during his downtime (at the airport, etc.).     Some of Roland’s Favorite Travel Hacks:   If your flight has been canceled, call the 800 number instead of rushing up to the desk.  You can generally get through a lot faster than standing in line and will have more availability of flight choices than those standing in line.  If it looks like there is going to be a weather or other problem that will cause a disruption, why wait until there is stress or drama to do something about it.  Instead, Roland recommends that you make proactive travel changes – like change your plans to stay in that city and get a nice hotel. Make it an adventure and avoid the drama and hassle.     "All of the actual jobs that are on the organizational chart belong to people other than me. That’s something that’s been very important in allowing me to have the time to do the things that I do. That’s probably the #1 hack of all hacks for that." —  Roland Frasier    Connect with Roland Frasier:    Facebook: Roland Frasier  Website: RolandFrasier.com  Mastermind: WarRoomMastermind.com  Show: Business Lunch with Roland Frasier  LinkedIn: Roland Frasier  Book Reference: Nothing Down Real Estate by Robert Allen    Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell:     Website: VacationEffect.com  Show: The Vacation Effect Podcast   Book: The Vacation Effect Book  Email: Info@VacationEffect.com  Facebook:  The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell  LinkedIn: The Vacation Effect, Inc. and Denise Gosnell 

About Roland Frasier: Roland is co-founder and/or principal of three current Inc. Magazine fastest-growing companies, and he has founded, scaled or sold 24 different 7 to 9 figure businesses ranging from consumer products to industrial machine manufacturing companies with adjusted sales ranging from $3 million to $337 million. Roland practiced business, tax and securities law for over 12 years and is now an active investor who drives growth and scale in his portfolio companies.  Roland is currently growing <a href="http://DigitalMarketer.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DigitalMarketer.com</a>, <a href="http://RivalBrands.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RivalBrands.com</a> and <a href="http://Plattr.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Plattr.com</a> while advising over 150 other companies on digitally centric customer acquisition, activation, referral, retention and revenue strategies and plan implementation. Key Takeaways: Roland started out in real estate and buying properties with nothing down with seller financing (such as a land contract).  He then wondered whether the same strategies could work with buying companies where you could acquire the company with seller financing terms and use the company’s revenue to pay for itself. Always Look For The Leverage Points: Roland always looks for the leverage points in reaching the desired outcome even faster.  Examples: Instead of going after real estate clients one by one, he partnered with developers who had multiple listings. Some of Roland’s Favorite Business Hacks: <ul> <li>If you want to do business with someone, find a paid way to get their attention (as a customer, like by joining their group).  They will then pay attention to you since you are their client. </li> <li>Then, figure out how to stand out to them, like Roland did with winning the Wicked Smaht (Smart) contests in War Room and impressing Ryan Deiss and Perry Belcher so they brought him in as a partner. </li> </ul> Growing By Acquiring Other Companies: Roland said he can’t think of a faster way to grow than acquiring another company.  Here are the 7 types of companies you can grow by acquiring them: <ol> <li> Your competition</li> <li>Media (such as a company with eyeballs of your ideal customer, such as a single YouTube channel or other account where they have the audience you want).</li> <li>Talent or team (like if they had a sales rep network and you need one to grow).</li> <li>Products</li> <li>Services</li> <li>Vertical integration (anyone who is supplying you with goods or services in your supply chain)</li> <li>Intellectual property – patents, trademarks, copyrights, courses, other IP assets you could benefit from in growing</li> </ol><ol> </ol> Even if you don’t want to grow by acquiring another company, you can still form strategic partnerships with companies in each of the above categories to reach your goals faster. Some of Roland’s Favorite Time Hacks: <ul> <li>Don’t be on the org chart of any of your companies.  Otherwise, it is just a job. </li> <li>Be willing to trust the people to do the job that you’ve hired them to do. </li> <li>He doesn’t care about ever reaching inbox 0.  Roland goes to his email if there is a reason to do so. </li> <li>For social media, he pretty much ignores everything except the comments and then replies to comments during his downtime (at the airport, etc.). </li> </ul> Some of Roland’s Favorite Travel Hacks: <ul> <li>If your flight has been canceled, call the 800 number instead of rushing up to the desk.  You can generally get through a lot faster than standing in line and will have more availability of flight choices than those standing in line. </li> <li>If it looks like there is going to be a weather or other problem that will cause a disruption, why wait until there is stress or drama to do something about it.  Instead, Roland recommends that you make proactive travel changes – like change your plans to stay in that city and get a nice hotel. Make it an adventure and avoid the drama and hassle. </li> </ul> "All of the actual jobs that are on the organizational chart belong to people other than me. That’s something that’s been very important in allowing me to have the time to do the things that I do. That’s probably the #1 hack of all hacks for that." —  Roland Frasier Connect with Roland Frasier: Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RolandFrasierPage/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Roland Frasier</a> Website: <a href="https://www.rolandfrasier.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RolandFrasier.com</a> Mastermind: <a href="https://www.warroommastermind.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WarRoomMastermind.com</a> Show: <a href="https://businesslunchpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Business Lunch with Roland Frasier</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rolandfrasier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Roland Frasier</a> Book Reference: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Nothing-Down-Estate-Little-Money/dp/067150469X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nothing Down Real Estate</a> by Robert Allen Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast </a> Book: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email: Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

003 Roland Frasier: Faster Growth With “No Money Down” Acquisitions 

Denise Gosnell

In this episode, Denise discuss:   Work up to 40% less while your business continues to grow.  Denise’s journey since June 20, 2011 and the life changing knock on the door.  What forced hyper-efficiency is and how you can use it in your life   Key Takeaways:   Are you spending all your time and money to buy stuff that doesn’t even matter?  Decide now – make today what you want tomorrow to be.  Work with Denise and The Vacation Effect to learn the same tips and tricks and took her years and millions to learn.   "I finally broke my 20-year cycle of workaholism and I’m never going back. And the good news is, I don’t have to. I learned the way to have plenty of free time and continued business growth – it’s not either or, you can truly have both." —  Denise Gosnell  Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell:   Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast  Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com  Facebook:  The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and Denise Gosnell

In this episode, Denise discuss: <ul> <li>Work up to 40% less while your business continues to grow. </li> <li>Denise’s journey since June 20, 2011 and the life changing knock on the door. </li> <li>What forced hyper-efficiency is and how you can use it in your life </li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>Are you spending all your time and money to buy stuff that doesn’t even matter? </li> <li>Decide now – make today what you want tomorrow to be. </li> <li>Work with Denise and The Vacation Effect to learn the same tips and tricks and took her years and millions to learn. </li> </ul> "I finally broke my 20-year cycle of workaholism and I’m never going back. And the good news is, I don’t have to. I learned the way to have plenty of free time and continued business growth – it’s not either or, you can truly have both." —  Denise Gosnell Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast </a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com  Facebook:  <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn:  <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

004 Denise Gosnell: Grow by Subtraction Using Forced Hyper-Efficiency 

Alexis Katz

In this episode, Denise and Alexis discuss:   How Alexis has reinvented herself multiple times and the lessons she learned that transformed everything  Using your inner guidance to help you reach your goals faster  How to tap into that inner guidance to begin with  The surprising way to break through your prior income setpoints  The importance of self-care in creating your dream business     Key Takeaways:   Everything is happening FOR me, not TO me.  Lean into asking yourself, “What are you wanting to show me?”  The sooner you get to that realization, the sooner you’ll have clarity to reach your goals.  Most businesses are stuck at a certain level because they haven’t made room for the growth with the proper foundational pieces.     "What I've come to realize is that the sooner I can acknowledge my own limitations and my own shortcomings in a healthy way, where I'm not trying to hide them because I'm ashamed of them, but instead bring them out in a way where I could teach from them, the faster I was able to make the internal changes that ultimately led to different external results." —  Alexis Katz      About Alexis Katz: Alexis is a lawyer, entrepreneur, CEO, founder, and new economy personal finance expert. She founded two companies, one (called New Law Business Model) that teaches lawyers how to serve families and business owners in ways that make a real difference in their lives. Her other company (Eyes Wide Open) supports you in being your own best financial advisor, with right-aligned decision making around legal, insurance, financial and tax matters.  Alexis also works with private clients to support the highest and best use of their time, energy, attention and money (TEAM) resources, so you can allocate your resources toward what really matters. Alexis most enjoys supporting families in bridging the gap between the generations with conversations around the highest and best use of Family Wealth.      Connect with Alexis Katz:    Twitter: @AlexisNeely &amp; @NewLawBizModel  Facebook: Ali Katz &amp; Alexis Neely &amp; New Law Business Model  Website: AlexisKatz.com &amp; New Law Business Model  YouTube: Alexis Katz  Medium: Alexis Neely  LinkedIn: New Law Business Model  Instagram: @alexisalikatz    Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell:     Website: VacationEffect.com  Show: The Vacation Effect Podcast   Book: The Vacation Effect Book  Email: Info@VacationEffect.com  Facebook:  The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell  LinkedIn: The Vacation Effect, Inc. and Denise Gosnell 

In this episode, Denise and Alexis discuss: <ul> <li>How Alexis has reinvented herself multiple times and the lessons she learned that transformed everything </li> <li>Using your inner guidance to help you reach your goals faster </li> <li>How to tap into that inner guidance to begin with </li> <li>The surprising way to break through your prior income setpoints </li> <li>The importance of self-care in creating your dream business </li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>Everything is happening FOR me, not TO me. </li> <li>Lean into asking yourself, “What are you wanting to show me?”  The sooner you get to that realization, the sooner you’ll have clarity to reach your goals. </li> <li>Most businesses are stuck at a certain level because they haven’t made room for the growth with the proper foundational pieces. </li> </ul> "What I've come to realize is that the sooner I can acknowledge my own limitations and my own shortcomings in a healthy way, where I'm not trying to hide them because I'm ashamed of them, but instead bring them out in a way where I could teach from them, the faster I was able to make the internal changes that ultimately led to different external results." —  Alexis Katz About Alexis Katz: Alexis is a lawyer, entrepreneur, CEO, founder, and new economy personal finance expert. She founded two companies, one (called New Law Business Model) that teaches lawyers how to serve families and business owners in ways that make a real difference in their lives. Her other company (Eyes Wide Open) supports you in being your own best financial advisor, with right-aligned decision making around legal, insurance, financial and tax matters. Alexis also works with private clients to support the highest and best use of their time, energy, attention and money (TEAM) resources, so you can allocate your resources toward what really matters. Alexis most enjoys supporting families in bridging the gap between the generations with conversations around the highest and best use of Family Wealth. Connect with Alexis Katz: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/alexisneely" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@AlexisNeely</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/NewLawBizModel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@NewLawBizModel</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/aliearthshanti" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ali Katz</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lexneely" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alexis Neely</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NewLawBusinessModel/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New Law Business Model</a> Website: <a href="https://www.alexiskatz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AlexisKatz.com</a> &amp; <a href="https://newlawbusinessmodel.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New Law Business Model</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/alexiskatz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alexis Katz</a> Medium: <a href="https://www.medium.com/@alexisneely" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alexis Neely</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-law-business-model/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New Law Business Model</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alexisalikatz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@alexisalikatz</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast </a> Book: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email: Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

006 Alexis Katz: It’s Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself 

Jason Campbell

In this episode, Denise and Jason discuss:   What “Zen” means  Success rituals you can use to lead a “Zen” life  How to use meditation and music to transform your life  How to grow your business faster through meditation  One trick you can use in meditation when your mind wanders too much  What it’s like to reach the highest state of being in meditation (“Satori” or “Nirvana”)  The differences between QiGong, Tai Chi, and Yoga, and when to use one versus the other     Key Takeaways:   Meditation is like putting a snow globe on a flat surface.  When you feel like you aren’t getting results in meditation or that your thoughts are too frequent, play the cat and mouse game.  Ask the question: “I wonder what thoughts are going to come next.” Then watch like a cat watches a hole for the mouse to come out.  Observe the thought floating by.  Even 5-10 minutes of meditation daily can transform your life and your business to give you the clarity you need.  Meditation allows you to tap into higher intelligence and creativity.  There is no such thing as good or bad “Zen”. There is just Zen.     "The word human being – there’s a profound teaching in that word. There’s two parts of us – the human part and the being part. The human part constantly changes, we are very different than when we were eight years old. Every seven years, every cell in the body replaces itself and replenishes, so literally the person that you were seven years ago is totally different than the person that you are now. The being part doesn’t change. We are still that eight-year-old observer.” —  Jason Campbell    About Jason Campbell: Jason is a 7th degree black belt and co-founder of Zen Wellness, where they teach “a new definition of wealth” that includes mobility, stability, inner peace, and clarity. Many Zen Wellness clients begin “rich and broke”, meaning that they have achieved material success, but at the expense of their mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing.  The company offers seminars, retreats, and online courses.  Jason’s meditation and Zen training began as a child through music.  Jason considers music as a tool for transformation and meditation. Jason has created a music style called 5 Element Meditation Music, by fusing “five-element teachings” and music to be used for both meditation and wellness.  He has released 12 albums including 2 new ones in 2019.  Jason has had several albums this year in the billboard top five.  Jason’s music has opened meditation to thousands of people who have never done it before or who have tried meditation and have failed in their effort to simply sit still and clear the mind.    Connect with Jason Campbell:    Website: ZenWellness.us &amp; JasonCampbellMusic.net    Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell:     Website: VacationEffect.com  Show: The Vacation Effect Podcast   Book: The Vacation Effect Book  Email: Info@VacationEffect.com  Facebook:  The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell  LinkedIn: The Vacation Effect, Inc. and Denise Gosnell 

In this episode, Denise and Jason discuss: <ul> <li>What “Zen” means </li> <li>Success rituals you can use to lead a “Zen” life </li> <li>How to use meditation and music to transform your life </li> <li>How to grow your business faster through meditation </li> <li>One trick you can use in meditation when your mind wanders too much </li> <li>What it’s like to reach the highest state of being in meditation (“Satori” or “Nirvana”) </li> <li>The differences between QiGong, Tai Chi, and Yoga, and when to use one versus the other </li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>Meditation is like putting a snow globe on a flat surface. </li> <li>When you feel like you aren’t getting results in meditation or that your thoughts are too frequent, play the cat and mouse game.  Ask the question: “I wonder what thoughts are going to come next.” Then watch like a cat watches a hole for the mouse to come out.  Observe the thought floating by. </li> <li>Even 5-10 minutes of meditation daily can transform your life and your business to give you the clarity you need. </li> <li>Meditation allows you to tap into higher intelligence and creativity. </li> <li>There is no such thing as good or bad “Zen”. There is just Zen. </li> </ul> "The word human being – there’s a profound teaching in that word. There’s two parts of us – the human part and the being part. The human part constantly changes, we are very different than when we were eight years old. Every seven years, every cell in the body replaces itself and replenishes, so literally the person that you were seven years ago is totally different than the person that you are now. The being part doesn’t change. We are still that eight-year-old observer.” —  Jason Campbell About Jason Campbell: Jason is a 7th degree black belt and co-founder of Zen Wellness, where they teach “a new definition of wealth” that includes mobility, stability, inner peace, and clarity. Many Zen Wellness clients begin “rich and broke”, meaning that they have achieved material success, but at the expense of their mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing.  The company offers seminars, retreats, and online courses. Jason’s meditation and Zen training began as a child through music.  Jason considers music as a tool for transformation and meditation. Jason has created a music style called 5 Element Meditation Music, by fusing “five-element teachings” and music to be used for both meditation and wellness.  He has released 12 albums including 2 new ones in 2019.  Jason has had several albums this year in the billboard top five. Jason’s music has opened meditation to thousands of people who have never done it before or who have tried meditation and have failed in their effort to simply sit still and clear the mind. Connect with Jason Campbell: Website: <a href="https://zenwellness.us/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ZenWellness.us</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.jasoncampbellmusic.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JasonCampbellMusic.net</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast </a> Book: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email: Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

005 Jason Campbell: Meditation Hacks by a Zen Master 

Patti Mara

In this Episode, Denise and Patti discuss:  How the rules of business have changed. How Patti learned the importance of customer-centric behavior working at a bookstore in her early career, and how that one bookstore had incredible growth due to one specific customer-centric strategy that the employees all implemented. How to shift from transaction based outcomes to relationship based outcomes. How to turn your customers into raving fans.   Key Takeaways:  Look at your business as the “solution” you provide to your customers – the feeling of why they come there. Most companies are playing the wrong game of business by trying to compete on price. It’s better to shift from sales to solutions; from transactions to relationships. Instead of looking at “upselling” your customers” look for “upsolutions”.      “We have to shift our focus from sales to solutions. And we have to shift our focus from transactions to relationships. “ - Patti Mara  About Patti Mara: Patti Mara has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurial owned and operated businesses to reposition them for success and dramatically increase their growth, customer retention, and profit.   She is the author of the new book: UpSolutions – Turning Your Team into Heroes and Customers into Ravings Fans. Her book reveals how you can shift from transaction-based outcomes to relationship-based outcomes that allow for faster growth and profitability.  Patti is the owner of Maranet Inc. and the creator of the Profit Generator Program* and the Business Breakthrough Catalyst*.  She lives in Georgetown, Ontario, just outside of Toronto.  Connect with Patti Mara: Web site: www.pattimara.com Free Touchpoint Scorecard tool mentioned in the interview: www.pattimara.com/vacationeffect   Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and  Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and  Denise Gosnell

In this Episode, Denise and Patti discuss: <ul> <li>How the rules of business have changed.</li> <li>How Patti learned the importance of customer-centric behavior working at a bookstore in her early career, and how that one bookstore had incredible growth due to one specific customer-centric strategy that the employees all implemented.</li> <li>How to shift from transaction based outcomes to relationship based outcomes.</li> <li>How to turn your customers into raving fans.</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>Look at your business as the “solution” you provide to your customers – the feeling of why they come there.</li> <li>Most companies are playing the wrong game of business by trying to compete on price.</li> <li>It’s better to shift from sales to solutions; from transactions to relationships.</li> <li>Instead of looking at “upselling” your customers” look for “upsolutions”.</li> </ul> “We have to shift our focus from sales to solutions. And we have to shift our focus from transactions to relationships. “ - Patti Mara About Patti Mara: Patti Mara has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurial owned and operated businesses to reposition them for success and dramatically increase their growth, customer retention, and profit. She is the author of the new book: UpSolutions – Turning Your Team into Heroes and Customers into Ravings Fans. Her book reveals how you can shift from transaction-based outcomes to relationship-based outcomes that allow for faster growth and profitability. Patti is the owner of Maranet Inc. and the creator of the Profit Generator Program* and the Business Breakthrough Catalyst*. She lives in Georgetown, Ontario, just outside of Toronto. Connect with Patti Mara: Web site: <a href="http://www.pattimara.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.pattimara.com</a> Free Touchpoint Scorecard tool mentioned in the interview: <a href="http://www.pattimara.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.pattimara.com/vacationeffect</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

010 Patti Mara: UpSolutions: The New Rules Of Business

Jim Dew

In this episode, Denise and Jim discuss:  What it means to “make rich real” in your life. What a “family office” means and how it’s not just for the ultra-rich. How to set up a “time energy shield” for yourself. How to evaluate and define your own investment strategy. What to look for in a wealth advisor. Some of the biggest tax savings that entrepreneurs often benefit from (and didn’t already know about.) Some of Jim’s proprietary processes on helping entrepreneurs grow and manage their wealth.  Key Takeaways:  It’s important to define what “being rich” means to you, since it’s not the same for everyone. It is critical that you have an investment strategy that you can use to evaluate opportunities. Successful entrepreneurs can have a family office of advisors who work together to protect and grow your wealth. Most entrepreneurs don’t know their numbers, yet it’s important to know your critical drivers for profitability and monitor those quarterly.   “You get rich by being concentrated. You stay rich by being diversified.”  — Jim Dew  About Jim Dew: Jim Dew is the CEO of Dew Wealth Management and Advisor to the Entrepreneur™. He has twenty-four years of advisory experience and focuses on building virtual family offices for entrepreneurs. Jim earned a BS in Mathematics from the University of Arizona and an MBA from Arizona State University. He is a Certified Financial Planner®, Chartered Financial Consultant®, and a Certified Private Wealth Advisor®. His book, Beyond A Million is The Entrepreneur’s Playbook For Expanding Wealth, Freedom, and Time”. Jim has been featured in Inc, Entrepreneur, and Huffington Post magazines. He is also a sought after speaker for stages and podcasts for elite entrepreneurs.  Connect with Jim Dew: Book: Beyond a Million: The Entrepreneur’s Playbook for Expanding Wealth, Freedom and Time Make Rich Real Scorecard: Make Rich Real Website: Dew Wealth Management LinkedIn: Jim Dew  Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell LinkedIn: The Vacation Effect, Inc. and Denise Gosnell

In this episode, Denise and Jim discuss: <ul> <li>What it means to “make rich real” in your life.</li> <li>What a “family office” means and how it’s not just for the ultra-rich.</li> <li>How to set up a “time energy shield” for yourself.</li> <li>How to evaluate and define your own investment strategy.</li> <li>What to look for in a wealth advisor.</li> <li>Some of the biggest tax savings that entrepreneurs often benefit from (and didn’t already know about.)</li> <li>Some of Jim’s proprietary processes on helping entrepreneurs grow and manage their wealth.</li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>It’s important to define what “being rich” means to you, since it’s not the same for everyone.</li> <li>It is critical that you have an investment strategy that you can use to evaluate opportunities.</li> <li>Successful entrepreneurs can have a family office of advisors who work together to protect and grow your wealth.</li> <li>Most entrepreneurs don’t know their numbers, yet it’s important to know your critical drivers for profitability and monitor those quarterly.</li> </ul> “You get rich by being concentrated. You stay rich by being diversified.”  — Jim Dew About Jim Dew: Jim Dew is the CEO of Dew Wealth Management and Advisor to the Entrepreneur™. He has twenty-four years of advisory experience and focuses on building virtual family offices for entrepreneurs. Jim earned a BS in Mathematics from the University of Arizona and an MBA from Arizona State University. He is a Certified Financial Planner®, Chartered Financial Consultant®, and a Certified Private Wealth Advisor®. His book, Beyond A Million is The Entrepreneur’s Playbook For Expanding Wealth, Freedom, and Time”. Jim has been featured in Inc, Entrepreneur, and Huffington Post magazines. He is also a sought after speaker for stages and podcasts for elite entrepreneurs. Connect with Jim Dew: Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Million-Entrepreneurs-Playbook-Expanding/dp/1619618222" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond a Million: The Entrepreneur’s Playbook for Expanding Wealth, Freedom and Time</a> Make Rich Real Scorecard: <a href="http://makerichreal.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Make Rich Real</a> Website: <a href="https://www.dewwealth.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dew Wealth Management</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-dew-0ab03a5/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim Dew</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast</a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  <a href="mailto:Info@VacationEffect.com">Info@VacationEffect.com</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

009 Jim Dew: Making Rich Real

In this episode, Denise discusses:   What the Freedom Mindset is.  Steps you can take to claim true freedom today.  The bad habit of the “someday-maybes”.   Key Takeaways:   Freedom is a decision, a state of mind. It is a choice you make and you plan everything else around it.  Stop letting others dictate your schedule and your life.  Someday is not a day of the week. Take action now that will get you closer to your goal and start bringing you joy as start of the process.   "If you don't get around to doing those things that would bring you joy now, when will you ever truly get to them?" —  Denise Gosnell  Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell:  Website:  VacationEffect.com Show:  The Vacation Effect Podcast  Book:  The Vacation Effect Book Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com  Facebook:  The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell LinkedIn:  The Vacation Effect, Inc. and Denise Gosnell

In this episode, Denise discusses: <ul> <li>What the Freedom Mindset is. </li> <li>Steps you can take to claim true freedom today. </li> <li>The bad habit of the “someday-maybes”. </li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>Freedom is a decision, a state of mind. It is a choice you make and you plan everything else around it. </li> <li>Stop letting others dictate your schedule and your life. </li> <li>Someday is not a day of the week. Take action now that will get you closer to your goal and start bringing you joy as start of the process. </li> </ul> "If you don't get around to doing those things that would bring you joy now, when will you ever truly get to them?" —  Denise Gosnell Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast </a> Book:  <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email:  Info@VacationEffect.com  Facebook:  <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn:  <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

007 Denise Gosnell: Freedom is a Mindset, Not a Destination 

Melinda Wittstock

In this episode, Denise and Melinda discuss:   How Melinda's professional background prepared her for the role of online entrepreneur  How her podcasting network and engagement platform will help podcasters grow and monetize their shows Some of Melinda's favorite media hacks to stand out from the crowd and effectively promote yourself  When is the right time to let go of a business and the vital importance of self care     Key Takeaways:   Success rests on authentically presenting yourself to your audience, no matter which platform you are on  Be a guest on as many podcasts as possible but make sure they are reaching your target audience  Earn publicity via old "media" coverage then re-post on social media  Only provide content that provides true value to your audience       "We're the first and only network that will actually pay podcasters for their content." —  Melinda Wittstock      Connect with Melinda Wittstock:    Facebook:  @melinda.wittstock  Website: bit.ly/podcast-intensive  Email:  melinda@wingspodcast.com  Show: The Wings Podcast Instagram: @melidawittstock2020    Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell:     Website: VacationEffect.com  Show: The Vacation Effect Podcast   Book: The Vacation Effect Book  Email: Info@VacationEffect.com  Facebook:  The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell  LinkedIn: The Vacation Effect, Inc. and Denise Gosnell 

In this episode, Denise and Melinda discuss: <ul> <li>How Melinda's professional background prepared her for the role of online entrepreneur </li> <li>How her podcasting network and engagement platform will help podcasters grow and monetize their shows</li> <li>Some of Melinda's favorite media hacks to stand out from the crowd and effectively promote yourself </li> <li>When is the right time to let go of a business and the vital importance of self care </li> </ul> Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>Success rests on authentically presenting yourself to your audience, no matter which platform you are on </li> <li>Be a guest on as many podcasts as possible but make sure they are reaching your target audience </li> <li>Earn publicity via old "media" coverage then re-post on social media </li> <li>Only provide content that provides true value to your audience </li> </ul> "We're the first and only network that will actually pay podcasters for their content." —  Melinda Wittstock Connect with Melinda Wittstock: Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/melinda.wittstock" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@melinda.wittstock</a> Website: <a href="http://bit.ly/podcast-intensive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/podcast-intensive</a> Email:  melinda@wingspodcast.com Show: <a href="https://www.melindawittstock.com/wingspodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Wings Podcast</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melindawittstock2020/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@melidawittstock2020</a> Connect with The Vacation Effect and Denise Gosnell: Website: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VacationEffect.com</a> Show: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Podcast </a> Book: <a href="https://vacationeffect.com/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect Book</a> Email: Info@VacationEffect.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/vacationeffect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/denisegosnellpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vacationeffect/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Vacation Effect, Inc.</a> and <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegosnell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denise Gosnell</a>

008 Melinda Wittstock: Self-Promotion Hacks From A Media Master

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