No good decisions are made after 1:00AM in the morning as a rule...

What happens when the crowd hypes you up...

What happens when your demons lead you...

You can spend approximately a third of your life building a career and a life...

Bad decisions can destroy everything you built in minutes...

Steve Spiro didn't always treat people nicely preferring punches to feeling like a punchline.

Cameron Toth is motivated to change the world due to his own life experience and having a child at 19 he was woefully unprepared for.

Brandon Puffer our guest on this show is someone who built a baseball career with ups and downs....

His demons got the best of him and brought his world crashing down including a 3.5 year trip to prison.

Are you greater than your worst mistake?

Brandon believes you are and he is on a mission to help others.

Join as we work to #BeTheLight and make this world a better place.

Connecting to others when you feel you aren't worthy is incredibly challenging.

Brandon's message of redemption should lift your spirits. If he can battle his way back than so many others can as well.

He has meditated for 1,700 days in a row!

Maximize your results! Find your hidden edge with the Master Connector Show and Jeff Wickersham

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-wickersham/

Here are three top tips for meditating consistently:

1. Set a regular schedule:

It's important to make meditation a regular habit by setting a consistent schedule. Choose a specific time of day and allocate a dedicated amount of time for your meditation practice. Treat this time as sacred and non-negotiable. Consistency is key, and setting a regular schedule will help you maintain your meditation practice.

2. Keep it simple:

You don't need a lot of equipment or a fancy meditation space to meditate. A comfortable and quiet spot in your home is all you need. You can use a cushion, a chair, or even lie down. Keeping it simple will help you establish a regular meditation practice without feeling overwhelmed or intimidated.

3. Be kind to yourself:

Meditation is a practice, and it's natural to experience ups and downs. Some days your meditation may feel effortless, while other days your mind may be racing. Remember that it's all part of the process. Be kind to yourself and don't judge yourself for any perceived "failures." Simply return to your breath or your meditation object whenever you become aware that your mind has wandered. Over time, you'll develop more focus and clarity, but it's important to be patient and compassionate with yourself along the way.

We look forward to Jeff sharing his story and how he has stayed consistent with meditation and ice baths.

Can you predict the future?

My belief is that you can!!!

The insurance industry has been CRUSHING IT at predicting the future since 1693 when the first modern mortality table was developed.

A little history...

The first known life insurance policy in England was issued in 1583. But, lacking the tools to properly assess the risk involved, many of the groups that offered insurance ultimately failed.

 That started to change in 1693, when the first modern mortality table was developed by the astronomer and mathematician Edmund Halley, best known today as the namesake of Halley's Comet.

ALL MY INSURANCE FRIENDS should LOVE that little nugget!

ANYWAY - the point is people have been predicting the future with some accuracy for some time and in some ways we all use our own crystal ball.

From predicting we will need help waking up - ALARM CLOCK!

To predicting we will need money in retirement - ROTH IRA!

These may seem like silly examples to you.....HOWEVER.......

When we plan we find that -

LUCK FAVORS THE PREPARED

Whether you credit that quote to Louis Pasteur the French Chemist who lived during the 1800s or to Edna Mode who made super hero suits in The Incredibles Pixar movie ---- it is incredibly true!!!

A great way to ruin any day is to wear the wrong shoes for your given path!

George Chanos has had a career as both public servant as Nevada's Attorney General and as a leader of industry currently serving as Board Chair for a Restaurant Organization operating in 20 states with over 200 locations.

His message is that the future is coming and you must adapt.

You must prepare.

I may not be a able to predict the power ball numbers...

However Steve Spiro and Cameron Toth can tell you with 100% certainty that adapting to what you know is coming is a guaranteed way to find more "LUCK"!!!

Check out George's book: “Millennial Samurai"

And connect with George Chanos on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgejchanos/

100th show!

Please join us in the comment section LIVE Wednesday at 1:00PM Eastern. (Steve and Cameron will be on early)

17 Guests will be sharing on the POWER OF CONNECTION!!!

Steve & Cameron have benefited from all of the below:

EXPANDING YOUR CONNECTIONS CAN HELP YOUR BUSINESS IN 6 ESSENTIAL WAYS:

1. Increased visibility: A wider network can increase the visibility of your business and help you reach new customers, clients, and partners.

2. Access to resources: Your network can provide access to new resources, such as suppliers, funding, and expertise, that can help your business grow and succeed.

3. Referral business: Networking can help you generate referrals from satisfied customers, clients, and partners.

4. Collaboration opportunities: Building relationships with others in your industry can lead to collaboration opportunities, such as joint ventures, partnerships, and cross-promotion.

5. Industry insights: By building relationships with other professionals, you can gain valuable insights into industry trends, challenges, and best practices.

6. Competitive advantage: Networking can help you stay ahead of the competition by keeping you informed about industry developments, new products and services, and customer needs and preferences.

17 GUESTS ON THIS SHOW INCLUDE

Guests:

@Zef Zan

@Russ Johns

@Russ Hedge

@Ramon Peralta

@Payal Khandhedia

@Migena Agaraj

@Marques Ogden

@Lorraine Duncan

@Kevin Lee

@Keith Reynolds

@Joseph Gonzalez

@Joanna Pawlowska

@Jason Grant

@Hallie Avalio

@Damon Burton

@Christine Gritmon

@Adam James

Self Censorship - It might be Hollywood 🎬 not producing a movie that will anger China. 🇨🇳

It might be you not mentioning a great idea💡 because you fear being shot down or judged. 🙄

Self-censorship is the act of censoring or classifying one's own discourse. This is done out of 😱 fear of, or deference to, the sensibilities or preferences of others and without overt pressure from any specific party or institution of authority.

It can hurt your career. 📈

It can delay the inevitable. 🔥

But, most importantly, it can really get in the way of your own happiness and success. 🌋

Diane DiResta, a communications expert, joins us to share her takeaways:

+ Speaking is the new competitive advantage. You can no longer be without this skill.

+ Limiting beliefs will cause you to self censor.

+ Self censoring will eventually make you invisible or obsolete.

Steve and Cameron believe that growing your network is the number one way to grown your net-worth.

And that doesn't get done without communication. 📢

Speaking up and speaking out are incredibly important when you are trying to bring value to others and serve! 🎖️

When you don't speak up - Silence can be violence.

Not taking action is an action in itself.

We are here to CRUSH IT!!!! And the task, the goal, the service that you seek to deliver does not get crushed if you do not speak up and take action!!!

WHAT PERSONAL IMPACT DO YOU MAKE WHEN YOU WALK INTO A ROOM?

What impression do you think you make with your body language, facial expressions, the tone of your voice?

Even your energy level and what you chose to wear this morning have an influence on how people perceive you especially if they have never met you before.

How do you want people to see you, are you portraying the real, best most authentic you?

For me, the measure of TRUE SUCCESS equals how many people are truly better because you were there.

Lionel Messi is known for being a superstar with amazing skills!

I was STRUCK by how many assists to different players Messi was responsible for during the World Cup.

It is easy to point to Messi or Lebron and say they make teams better! That's obvious!!!

??? - Is it obvious that you make the team better - ???

Ryan Schachtner is a leader in the NAME-IMAGE-LIKENESS (NIL) space for college sports!

There is an amazing opportunity for young sports player to monetize there Name Image & Likeness.

One of the things that will come out of today's conversation is that your personal brand and your personal impact can elevate the potential for you to monetize your Name, Image & Likeness as well!

This is one you don't want to miss. Steve Spiro & Cameron Toth look forward to you showing up in the comments LIVE and in the REPLAY.

See you soon! Keep Connecting!!!!!

Overcoming obstacles is how we navigate the world.

Everyday there are challenges.

The better we plan, prepare and overcome for obstacles the better we survive and thrive.

Wendy Lane has overcome the obstacles to global success for a model.

She has overcome the obstacles of single parenthood!

And is now overcoming all the obstacles a Sexy Chef must face!

For some the path looks easy but it is almost never so.

As we share are struggles we shine a light on paths to success for others to follow and for others to be inspired and motivated!

Join Steve Spiro, the Master Connector, Cameron Toth his co-host and founder of Biz Dev Live as we speak with Wendy Lane on her amazing career and all the obstacles to come!

Overcoming obstacles in style is her speciality!!!

Connect with Wendy Lane on LINKEDIN

https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-lane-70803484/

How may I serve you?

📍 This is kind of a dying phrase today

📍 Many of us are just looking out for ourselves

📍 But will that lead to a truly meaningful life?

In this Episode of the Master Connector Show, we are going the fine line between between the value of serving others, while still making sure to take care of yourself

Here are some of the topics we will cover:

✅ How do you truly change?

✅ How do you create lifestyle habits instead of just a quick fix?

✅ Why is it good to invest in yourself

✅ The value of giving

✅ What does a servant leader mean to you?

Today's special guest, Thomas Johnson is a top executive wellness coach and was certified by National Academy of Sports Medicine

#bethelight #success #linkedin #masterconnector

3 Reasons Why You Need A Powerful LinkedIn Profile

LinkedIn has been around for more than 17 years now. Reid Hoffman first started it in 2003 with the vision of creating employment opportunities for individuals across the planet. Over the years, with nearly 740 million users, it has grown to be one of the largest platforms for professionals for building strong networks, finding investors, hiring new talents or even getting hired.

But many people still underestimate its potential on a professional level and use it just as another social networking site. Sure, you can use it to socialize with people and build connections. However, there's a lot more than just that. If used well, this platform can help you take your career to the next level.

So here are 3 reasons why you need a strong LinkedIn profile for your professional growth.

Build A Personal Brand

You must have already noticed how easy it becomes for companies to stand out from their competitors and boost their conversions by building a strong brand name. The same can happen to you as well if you can create a strong personal brand for yourself.

Networking Opportunities

LinkedIn is all about building connections. Whether these are business-to-business (B2B) prospects, potential investors or business partners — LinkedIn is one platform that can help you find the best people to network with.

Land Your Dream Job / Dream Client

If you're looking for a job, LinkedIn can make things quick and easy for you.

How? Most recruiters and hiring managers are already using LinkedIn to hire talented people for their companies. By maintaining an active and well put together profile, you can easily be discovered by hiring managers looking for people with specific skills, experiences or qualifications.

The can be true for your clients!!!

IQ...EQ, what's the difference?

If IQ was the secret to success, I know I would be a miserable failure…

Thank God it’s not…

But then, what is the secret to success?

There’s lots of factors, such as:

👀 How you think,

👀 Discipline

👀 Having the right knowledge,

👀 Work ethic

👀 Grit

👀 Persistence

👀 The right connections,

👀 Who you know

.👀 And the list goes on and on…

But what about your EQ?…

Your emotional intelligence and your emotional intelligence quotient?

Today we are going to dig into this topic, including talking about the power of awareness and managing your emotions

💥 In today's episode we will cover:

✅ What is EQ, really

✅ The power of awareness and why it is a must for success

✅ Why there is no reason to compete,

✅ The ABC's of Managing Emotions

✅ How growing your EQ will take you to the next level

Find out more about Today's special guest Vered Lerner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lernervered/

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