#30 - Gigi Skarlett - Connecting People Around The World
In this episode I talk to Gigi Skarlett, a software developer and Web3 founder. Gigi leads the NFT project Crypto Tech Women, a community-centric brand that’s onboarded over 20,000 people worldwide into the Web3 space.Hailing from Venezuela, Gigi lived on a boat for a portion of her childhood, and started to learn to code at just 16 years old. Her talents led her to a career in Silicon Valley as a software engineer, and in 2021 she brought her knowledge and skills to the crypto industry, empowering women and minorities to use the Internet to build better lives for themselves and their families.Today, we talk about the future of digital education, how to use Spaces to grow your brand, and why community plays such a big role in everything she does.Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:58 From Coding at Six to Silicon Valley4:47 Self-Taught Developer6:44 A Woman's Journey from Overlooked to Empowered12:39 From Boat Life to Digital Nomad15:32 The Power of Community18:56 The Successful NFT Launch25:20 Social Audio and Spaces for Brand Growth and Personal Connection28:32 Creating Real-World Connections33:12 The Future of Education36:34 Gigi’s Final ThoughtsConnect w/ Gigi ⇩📲 X - https://x.com/gianinaskarlett📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gianinaskarlett📲 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@gianinaskarlett🌐 Website - https://www.gianinaskarlett.comConnect w/ Greg ⇩💬 Join the Free LOUDER Telegram - https://greglunt.com/telegram 📧 LOUDER Email - https://greglunt.com📲 X - https://x.com/GregLuntX🎧 Spotify - https://greglunt.com/spotify🎧 Apple - https://greglunt.com/apple Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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#29 - Dan Goldfield - Inner Peace, Outer Wealth
In this episode, I talk to Dan Goldfield, a mindfulness coach who’s meditated for over 29,000 hours, studied with a monk mentor for 5 years, and now transfers all his knowledge and experience to his students.After being a professional drummer for 25 years and touring Europe with his band, Dan’s body began to betray him due to large amounts of physical and mental stress. In an effort to solves these issues, Dan went down a path of mental discipline and spirituality, which ended up changing the trajectory of his life and career.Today, we talk about the power of no-mind, how ego can be both your friend and your foe, and the tight-knit relationship between mindfulness and money.Timestamps--0:00 Intro0:57 The Alexander Technique5:55 Crafting Mindful Content8:26 The Rising Acceptance of Mindfulness in Modern Times9:09 Zen Wisdom and Mindful Creativity13:24 A Mindfulness Approach to Finding One's True Voice18:12 Learning from Mentors21:04 Collaborating with Dan Koe and Learning by Teaching23:24 Partnering for Personal and Creative Growth27:32 Overcoming Intimacy Fears29:11 Navigating the Ego in Personal Growth and Online Branding36:49 Reflecting on Teaching Mindfulness38:09 Mindfulness and Money41:21 Inspiring Change43:57 Dan’s Final ThoughtsConnect w/ Dan ⇩📲 X - https://x.com/itsdangoldfield📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/itsdangoldfield📲 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@itsdangoldfield📲 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6aOf4I3hj9IPtBtaybiIjA🌐 Website - https://dangoldfield.com/Connect w/ Greg ⇩💬 Free LOUDER Telegram - https://greglunt.com/telegram📧 LOUDER Email - https://greglunt.com📲 X - https://x.com/GregLuntX🎧 Spotify - https://greglunt.com/spotify🎧 Apple - https://greglunt.com/apple Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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#28 - Marcos Ruiz - Systemize Your Agency For Profit
In this episode, I talk to Marcos Ruiz, one of 𝕏’s most successful entrepreneurs and marketers. Marcos’ agency, The Birdhouse, helps businesses with info products create content not just focused on engagement, but sales. Because the agency is honed in on such a niche vertical, The Birdhouse has little competition, and has continued to grow at a rapid rate throughout 2023.At just 25 years old, Marcos is making multiple 5-figures per month from his agency and has developed systems and processes that allow his super small team to deliver massive results for his clients.Today, we talk about the best ways to scale your agency, having a partner that’s also passionate about business, and the overlooked downside of building in public.TIMESTAMPS --0:00 Intro0:59 Spontaneity and Vision Boards4:13 Balancing Business, Passion, and Relationships6:50 Evolution on 𝕏10:50 Laptop Lifestyle13:30 Mastering Agency Scaling and Client Management20:05 Balancing Sales Focus with Engagement for Optimal Client Success23:43 The Misguided Approach of Documenting Your Journey28:46 Abundance Mindset31:23 Leveraging Courses and Communities for Influential Connections36:25 The Future of 𝕏39:01 Marcos Final ThoughtsConnect w/ Marcos ⇩📲 X - https://x.com/itsmarcosruiz📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/itsmarcosruiz/📲 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmarcosruiz🌐 The Birdhouse - https://www.thebirdhouse.co/Connect w/ Greg ⇩💬 Join the Free LOUDER Telegram - https://greglunt.com/telegram 📧 LOUDER Email - https://greglunt.com📲 X - https://x.com/GregLuntX🎧 Spotify - https://greglunt.com/spotify🎧 Apple - https://greglunt.com/apple Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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#27 - Rachel Kennedy - How The Rich Communicate
In this episode, I talk to Rachel Kennedy, a millionaire entrepreneur, public image consultant, and Ms. Miami International 2023. Rachel’s an expert in Search Engine Optimization, or SEO, and has worked with major brands like Marriott, Sephora, and American Express through both her personal brand and her successful marketing agency.She started getting paid by brands through her blog in 2008, long before the term “influencer” had ever been coined. She now helps women dress and act like the best versions of themselves to get the most out of their lives and careers.Today, we talk about how to balance free and paid content with your brand, intentional networking strategies, and the nuances of communication between males and females in business.0:00 Intro0:59 From Childhood Crafts to Million-Dollar Business3:15 From Fashion Blogging to Monetizing Content7:42 Pioneering Influencer Marketing12:21 Travel, Work, and Time Management16:33 Digital Marketing and Finding Your Niche21:51 Free vs Paid Content: Leveraging SEO for Business Growth26:16 Mastering Empathy and Authenticity33:35 Gender Dynamics in Business Communication42:10 Strategic Networking and Authentic Connections46:59 Leveraging the Intimacy of Audio Rooms for Effective Networking50:52 Self-Realization and Unlocking Opportunities for Success57:29 Rachel’s Final ThoughtsConnect w/ Rachel ⇩📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thekennedycurate/👠 Image Consulting - https://thekennedycurate.com/📲 X - https://x.com/kennedycurate💼 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelkennedyseo/Connect w/ Greg ⇩💬 Join the Free LOUDER Telegram - https://greglunt.com/telegram 📧 LOUDER Email - https://greglunt.com📲 X - https://x.com/GregLuntX🎧 Spotify - https://greglunt.com/spotify🎧 Apple - https://greglunt.com/apple Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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#26 - Brett Erik - Conscious Creativity
In this episode, I talk to Brett Erik, a successful ghostwriter and patented inventor. Brett has worked with some of the fastest growing ghostwriting agencies in the industry, including Taylin Simmonds’ Ghostlii and Clifton Sellers’ Legacy Builder, and he's ghostwritten for widely known CEOs, founders, and athletes around the world.With over 230,000 followers on 𝕏, Brett has become one of the most well-rounded creators on the platform, talking about content, mindset, and self-awareness. In addition to his success writing on social media, Brett's also developing his own medical adhesive business, which has stretched his mind and been a huge driver in expanding what he thought was possible.Today, we talk about how one discovers themselves through content creation, ghostwriting as a career path, and tapping into your subconscious to unlock your creative genius.TIMESTAMPS --0:00 Intro1:02 The Novel Invention3:08 The Power of Dreams and the Subconscious in Creativity5:04 Entrepreneurial Spirit7:13 Manifesting Ideas into Reality through Expression9:18 Self-Discovery Through Content Creation11:55 Redefining Education16:24 Ghostwriting as a Career Path20:44 The Role of Persistence and Endurance in Achieving Success26:00 From Hands-On Building to Digital Crafting29:43 The Evolution of Paid Ads on X34:43 Finding Balance Amidst Challenges39:44 A Roadmap for Q4 Success42:09 Brett’s Final ThoughtsConnect w/ Brett ⇩📲 X - https://x.com/_gardenofwords_💼 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-erik/Connect w/ Greg ⇩💬 Join the Free LOUDER Telegram - https://greglunt.com/telegram 📧 LOUDER Email - https://greglunt.com📲 X - https://x.com/GregLuntX🎧 Spotify - https://greglunt.com/spotify🎧 Apple - https://greglunt.com/apple Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hi, I'm Greg, host of the LOUDER Podcast.Every week I talk to successful creators who've used content to elevate themselves and others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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