Ross Bernstein is a best-selling author of nearly 50 sports books and an award-winning Hall of Fame business speaker who has keynoted conferences for Fortune 500 companies on four continents for audiences as large as 10,000 people. Ross and his books have been featured on thousands of television and radio programs including CNN, ESPN, FOX News, and CBS This Morning, as well as in The Wall Street Journal, New York Times and USA Today.

Secret – timesaving technique

Ross works smarter -- not harder -- but work hard when you have to. ONWARD!

Daily habit that contributes to success

Stay focused on what you're good at -- Ross focuses on his keynotes and ignores social media.

Could have ruined your business – but now – an invaluable learning experience

Ross was a walk on to the Minnesota Gophers hockey team and got cut -- and Ross tells the whole story here.

Most influential lesson learned from a mentor

"Philanthropy isn't just good purpose -- it's good business."

Final Round – "Breaking Down the Recipe for Success" What strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?

1. Find your currency
2. Give unconditionally
3. Gather video testimonials
4. Focus

How best to connect with Ross:

• Website: rossbernstein.com
• Twitter: @rossbernstein