Learning from Smart People

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  • 23 Greek Food, Culture & Cooking with the Staikopoulos Family

    We turn up the international flavor on Learning from Smart People with Greek Cooking experts Kelly Staikopoulos, Joanne Marzella, and Jackie Marzella. Their family traces its roots back to the Greek Island of Karpathos and they have shared their family's recipes  and culture in a cookbook.

    Some highlights from the interview include:

    • The amazing person that Joanne and Kelly's mom was and why they called her Kukla
    • Quantifying terms like "a pinch", "a dash" and "a wineglass full"
    • Exploring relatively unknown cuisines
    • "Greekifying" traditional recipes
    • The importance of relationships
    • The steps to taking on a project like this
    • If you are interested in learning more, ordering a cookbook or following them on social media here are the links:

      Website: kuklaskouzina.com

      Twitter: @KuklasKouzina
      Facebook:  facebook.com/KuklasKouzinaCB
      Instagram:  @kuklaskouzina
      YouTube:  youtube.com/channel/UCCrlfUm8ag8YgpvekWmqYIw
      Pinterest:  pinterest.com/kuklaskouzina/
      Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/kelly-salonica-staikopoulos-350ab414/

      Thanks for listening to Learning from Smart People! Visit us at:

      https://www.learningfromsmartpeople.com

      Our “Subscribe” page shows many podcast platforms where you can follow the show.

      Follow us on social media:

      • Twitter: @LFSPPodcast
      • Instagram: @LFSPPodcast
      • Facebook: @LFSPPodcast
      • You can also use the “Contact” page on the “Learning from Smart People” website.

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      • 22 Finding Significance with Lauren Scheiffer

        "The Colonel's Daughter", Lauren Scheiffer CSP, visited Learning from Smart People to share Colonels of Wisdom.  The daughter of a career United States Air Force officer, she shared with us some of the nuggets of wisdom that her father taught her. Reading her book and listening to her talk about him, you will have to agree, the Colonel was a wise man!

        Here are some of the takeaways from this episode:

        • The difference between success and significance
        • How we treat others defines our significance
        • The importance of showing respect to everyone 
        • How respect to all is different that having respect for everyone
        • Use what you've got and just show up
        • For a limited time Lauren's new book is available in ebook form for $0.99:

          https://www.amazon.com/Colonels-Wisdom-Significance-Daughters-Reflection-ebook/dp/B08958PNVN/

          You can also connect with Lauren on her website or social media platforms:

          Website: www.LaurenSchieffer.com

          Twitter: @LSchiefferCSP
          Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Lauren-Schieffer-CSP-The-Colonels-Daughter-191278604217872/  
          Instagram:  @LaurenSchieffer
          Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenannschieffer/

          Thanks for listening to Learning from Smart People! Visit us at:

          https://www.learningfromsmartpeople.com

          Our “Subscribe” page shows many podcast platforms where you can follow the show.

          Follow us on social media:

          • Twitter: @LFSPPodcast
          • Instagram: @LFSPPodcast
          • Facebook: @LFSPPodcast
          • You can also use the “Contact” page on the “Learning from Smart People” website.

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          • 21 Entrepreneurship with Chris Ippolito

            The host of the "Get Coached Podcast", Chris Ippolito, joined the podcast. He shared information about what he has learned from the business coaches and experts he has interviewed on his podcast as well as his personal journey towards entrepreneurship.

            Here are some of the highlights from the episode:

            • Chris's personal story of feeling the need to leave a legacy
            • Themes that have emerged from his podcast interviews
            • The importance of investing in relationships
            • The return on investment from those relationships
            • The importance of finding your "Why?"
            • You can check out Chris's podcast and connect with him on social media using the links below. If you are interested, ask him for a list of the books that he has found most useful on his entrepreneurial journey.

              Website: getcoachedpodcast.com

              Twitter: @chrisippolito
              Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chris.ippolito
              Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/christopher.ippolito/
              Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherippolito/

              Thanks for listening to Learning from Smart People! Visit us at:

              https://www.learningfromsmartpeople.com

              Our “Subscribe” page shows many podcast platforms where you can follow the show.

              Follow us on social media:

              • Twitter: @LFSPPodcast
              • Instagram: @LFSPPodcast
              • Facebook: @LFSPPodcast
              • You can also use the “Contact” page on the “Learning from Smart People” website.

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              • 20 Resiliency with Dar Dixon

                Actor, writer, producer and director Dar Dixon joined the podcast to share his life story. It's a story of escaping from a revolution, experiencing bigotry, involvement in a cult and, ultimately, becoming a Hollywood actor.

                Here are some of the highlights from the show:

                • Nothing lasts forever
                • Breaking bread together breaks down barriers
                • Dar's advice about achieving difficult goals
                • Art is life and life is art
                • Dar's incredible journey and fantastic outlook
                • You can learn more about Dar and his podcast by visiting his website:

                  www.dardixon.com

                  Here is the link to the free audio download from Centerpointe – "15 Minute Rescue and Renew":

                  https://dardixon.com/15-minute-rescue-renew-soundtrack/

                  While you're on his website, be sure to check out the interview that I did with him for his podcast.

                  Thanks for listening to Learning from Smart People! Visit us at:

                  https://www.learningfromsmartpeople.com

                  Our “Subscribe” page shows many podcast platforms where you can follow the show.

                  Follow us on social media:

                  • Twitter: @LFSPPodcast
                  • Instagram: @LFSPPodcast
                  • Facebook: @LFSPPodcast
                  • You can also use the “Contact” page on the “Learning from Smart People” website.

                    31 min
                  • 19 Become an Online Contributor with Dani Hao

                    In this episode we learn from Dani Hao about developing a brand identity and becoming a contributor to online (and print) publications. It's a fresh new take on PR that shares your information in unique, yet targeted venues.

                    Some of the key points include:

                    • Knowing your niche and/or finding it
                    • Creating a brand persona
                    • Defining your audience
                    • Developing a voice for your brand
                    • Researching the keywords for your message (kwfinder.com was one tool)
                    • Finding the right publication to target
                    • The pitch process for becoming a contributor
                    • Dani kindly offered a 30 minute free consultation to Learning from Smart People listeners. When you schedule yours, let her know you heard her here. Use the scheduling link below:

                      https://calendly.com/dani-hao

                      If you'd like to follow Dani and Procurify, here's where you can find them:

                      Website: www.procurify.com

                      Twitter: @procurify
                      Facebook:  www.facebook.com/Procurify/  
                      Instagram: @Procurifyteam
                      Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/daniellehao/

                      Thanks for listening to Learning from Smart People! Visit us at:

                      https://www.learningfromsmartpeople.com

                      Our “Subscribe” page shows many podcast platforms where you can follow the show.

                      Follow us on social media:

                      • Twitter: @LFSPPodcast
                      • Instagram: @LFSPPodcast
                      • Facebook: @LFSPPodcast
                      • You can also use the “Contact” page on the “Learning from Smart People” website.

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                      • 18 Freelance Writing with Laura Briggs

                        Today's guest on "Learning from Smart People" is Laura Briggs. She has the experience of being an entrepreneur as well as an author and shared her insights about freelance writing.

                        Here are a few of the key points she shared:

                        • Her passion and vision moved her business from a side hustle to a six-figure endeavor
                        • There has never been a better time to start freelancing
                        • You can do this at any age or stage of life
                        • Freelancing opens a world of flexibility for employment
                        • There are certain personality traits you need to be successful
                        • It can take some time to ramp this business up
                        • If you would like to contact Laura, here's where you can find her:

                          Website: www.betterbizacademy.com

                          Facebook:  www.facebook.com/laurapenningtoninternational
                          Instagram:  @authorlaurabriggs
                          Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/laurapenningtonwrites

                          Thanks for listening to Learning from Smart People! Visit us at:

                          https://www.learningfromsmartpeople.com

                          Our “Subscribe” page shows many podcast platforms where you can follow the show.

                          Follow us on social media:

                          • Twitter: @LFSPPodcast
                          • Instagram: @LFSPPodcast
                          • Facebook: @LFSPPodcast
                          • You can also use the “Contact” page on the “Learning from Smart People” website.

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                          • 17 Telling Your Story with Mandi Moon

                            Marketing consultant Mandi Moon was our guest as she talked about telling your story online to grow your business. Her insight is extremely helpful for sales teams, entrepreneurs and small business owners.

                            Key takeaways from this episode include:

                            • The 3 story categories (Founder's, Purpose, and Value)
                            • The one BIG mistake to avoid!
                            • How to consistently tell your stories
                            • How to consistently curate new stories
                            • Mandi has a free video series on how to further develop your stories at her website.

                              Website: www.mandimoonconsulting.com

                              Facebook:  @mandimoonconsulting
                              Instagram:  @mandimoonconsulting
                              Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandi-moon-a5a63037/

                              Thanks for listening to Learning from Smart People! Visit us at:

                              https://www.learningfromsmartpeople.com

                              Our “Subscribe” page shows many podcast platforms where you can follow the show.

                              Follow us on social media:

                              • Twitter: @LFSPPodcast
                              • Instagram: @LFSPPodcast
                              • Facebook: @LFSPPodcast
                              • You can also use the “Contact” page on the “Learning from Smart People” website.

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                              • 16 Putting Passion into Action with Doug Cornfield

                                Children's book author Doug Cornfield joined the Learning from Smart People podcast. We talked about his book, "A Pound of Kindness" and the sports camps that he and his business partner, Dave Clark, run for kids and young adults with disabilities.

                                During the interview, Doug talked about the following:

                                • The greatest mostly unknown story in sports
                                • The need to develop a great product that you can actually sell
                                • The importance of finding and following your passions
                                • The danger of focusing on the "No's"
                                • Understanding that you are the best salesperson for your book
                                • Having a purpose and broader vision for your business
                                • Why he and Dave called their business "Best Burn"
                                • You can find out more about Doug and his book at:

                                  http://www.apoundofkindness.net

                                  He mentioned 2 promo codes. The first was for a free download of "A Pound of Kindness" as an e-book, the promo code is "stayhome". The second was for free shipping on all their books, as well as a free coloring book with the purchase of the children's book, that promo code is "D3Day".

                                  Website : www.D3Day.com and www.apoundofkindness.net

                                  Twitter: @PoundofKindness
                                  Facebook : @APoundofKindness
                                  Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug7cornfield/

                                  Thanks for listening to Learning from Smart People! Visit us at:

                                  https://www.learningfromsmartpeople.com

                                  Our “Subscribe” page shows many podcast platforms where you can follow the show.

                                  Follow us on social media:

                                  • http://www.twitter.com/LFSPPodcast
                                  • http://www.instagram.com/LFSPPodcast
                                  • http://www.facebook.com/LFSPPodcast
                                  • You can also use the “Contact” page on the “Learning from Smart People” website.

                                    31 min
                                  • 15 Mini Mentors with Adam Mendler

                                    Fellow podcaster Adam Mendler, host of Thirty Minute Mentors joined the show to talk about what he's learned from interviewing leaders from a variety of backgrounds.

                                    Some of the points covered during this episode include:

                                    • The power of mentorship
                                    • The importance of ethics
                                    • Pivotal decisions and how they shape us
                                    • The lasting legacy of great leaders
                                    • You can find 30 Minute Mentors on most Podcast platforms. You can connect with Adam here:

                                      Podcast: www.thirtyminutementors.com

                                      Website:  www.adammendler.com
                                      Twitter: @adammendler
                                      Facebook:  www.facebook.com/amendler  
                                      Instagram:  @adammendler
                                      Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/adammendler/

                                      Thanks for listening to Learning from Smart People! Visit us at:

                                      https://www.learningfromsmartpeople.com

                                      Our “Subscribe” page shows many podcast platforms where you can follow the show.

                                      Follow us on social media:

                                      • http://www.twitter.com/LFSPPodcast
                                      • http://www.instagram.com/LFSPPodcast
                                      • http://www.facebook.com/LFSPPodcast
                                      • You can also use the “Contact” page on the “Learning from Smart People” website.

                                        31 min
                                      • 14 New Normal with Katie Newell

                                        Katie Newell, the host of "A Whole Newell World" on YouTube joined the show to talk about the "New Normal". Her expertise comes from her experiences with a child with multiple food allergies.

                                        Some of the highlights of the interview include:

                                        • New & different does not necessarily mean bad
                                        • A fulfilling and joyful life is possible no matter the circumstances
                                        • Life is fragile
                                        • In the battle against the unknown, knowledge is the key
                                        • Alternatives do exist
                                        • You can find Katie's "A Whole Newell World" Channel on YouTube:

                                          https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrWZQN45-O61HjcPZHbyNJQ

                                          Facebook: facebook.com/kdbnewell

                                          Instagram: @ohkatiebee

                                          You can download Katie's Favorite Food Alternatives here:

                                          http://learningfromsmartpeople.com/FoodSubstitutes.pdf

                                          Thanks for listening to Learning from Smart People! Visit us at:

                                          https://www.learningfromsmartpeople.com

                                          Our “Subscribe” page shows many podcast platforms where you can follow the show.

                                          Follow us on social media:

                                          • http://www.twitter.com/LFSPPodcast
                                          • http://www.instagram.com/LFSPPodcast
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                                          • You can also use the “Contact” page on the “Learning from Smart People” website.

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                                          It's impossible to be an expert on everything. Learning from the experts helps us gain an understanding of how to be better at the tasks we undertake. On "Learning from Smart People" you'll gather…