Ron Drake - Tax and Bookkeeping Solutions San Bernardino CA - Ron helps Small Businesses and Individuals tackle complicated tax code.

I have spent multiple 7-figures on Facebook and native advertising helping clients generate sales for their products online. I’m obsessed with growth and all things online marketing and am passionate about helping online business owners learn more about how to profitably promote their business through money-getting advertising.

QUOTES:

"You are who your friends are."

"It's the skills that pay the bills."

"It takes courage to be accountable, but it's not as scary as not trying in the first place."

"Focus is Number One, and Discipline is how you move forward and how you grow."

"Find the guy who's doing what you want, and do whatever it takes to partner with them."

SHOW NOTES:

In this episode of Shaping The Future Podcast, Gregg gets the chance to chat with Peter Kell - CEO and Founder of Ad Venture. Peter is the head of a growing digital direct response marketing firm, which is closing in on $20K sales per month. Enjoy this conversation filled with valuable lessons in finding the right partners, mindset, and motivation!

TIME STAMPS:

[2:29] What is Peter's greatest failure to date?

[3:03] Peter's greatest lessons from the failure he faced

[9:45] Book recommendations from Peter.

[10:31] What are Peter's greatest challenges right now?

[11:48] What is Peter doing right now to accomplish his goals and shape his future?

RESOURCES:

Facebook.com/Peter.Kell

Madsociety.net

StackThatMoney.com

Instagram: zippi101

SPECIAL EDITION: This is Gregg Kell on Monday November 6 with a breaking news event striking at the heart of our nation. We at Shaping the Future believe America’s at a tipping point.  What direction will we go? As citizens, we’re obliged to gently shape America’s future in a positive and peaceful direction. Will you contribute to this nationwide conversation and help shape our nation’s future?

26 People Killed

On Sunday November 5, a rifle bearing shooter committed a heinous act of violence in the sanctuary of the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs TX.

He killed 26 people including children and a pregnant mother of 3.  He also wounded another 20 worshipers.  TX Governor Greg Abbot called this the largest shooting in Texas history. Horrific!

A Biblical Perspective

Open the bible and read this verse:  Romans 8:28.  You may find solace there.

Future Shapers Unite

OK, Future Shapers, let’s engage in the national conversation, help our nation heal and shape America’s future in a loving and positive direction.

I have questions, do you?

* How should we react to this evil?

* How could a loving God allow his faithful to be gunned down in a house of worship.

* Why did this evil happen?

* How could a man’s heart grow so cold that he could kill so many innocent people?

* What does this incident say about the character of our nation?

* Who know and failed to stop this rampage?

* How should we as Americans respond?

* Here’s my last and biggest question:  What is America to you?

As business owners and entrepreneurs, we must be prepared for circumstances.  I recommend the very insightful blog post on Arkside Marketing.com entitled Statement after a Tragedy – Good and Bad by Amanda Johnson.

As citizens, may I ask this favor?  Please comment and add your voice to this national dialogue as we come to grips with this tragedy.

Resources

Statement after a Tragedy - Good and Bad by Amanda Johnson

I bring my unique industry experience –media, agency, and client - to organizations that want to save resources. I have been fortunate to work with extremely talented employees and media partners that make an effective team for our clients. Building this agency has given me a platform from which I can educate businesses and consumers on how marketing works and what they should reasonably expect.

Podcast listeners can receive 5 complimentary hours of design OR 2% off their next media buy placed through Arkside.

QUOTES: 

"The biggest lesson I learned as a manager was I needed to be responsive and take care of my people better."

"Listen First. Two Ears, One Mouth."

"Going back to listening and learning;

We need to make sure we are listening first and understanding people before telling them anything."

"The ultimate goal [of marketing] is to generate word of mouth.

There is no paid ad that replaces the value of someone sharing their experience positively."

"It's the quality of the team that produces the best results for clients."

SHOW NOTES:

In this premiere interview of Future Shapers, Gregg speaks with Nathan Greenberg; President/CEO of Arkside Marketing. Inc.

Arkside is a Marketing and Design firm focused on maximizing the value of client marketing efforts through storytelling methods - something that is severely under-leveraged in the marketing space.

In this conversation, Gregg and Nathan covers overcoming challenges in the business, how to listen to clients for opportunities, and viewing marketing with a fresh set of eyes.

TIME STAMPS:

[3:33] Nathan fleshes out challenges in the business, and how he deals with them.

[9:57] How Nathan facilitates the creative process in his organization

[12:30] Why did Nathan start Arkside? Where did he identify a need in the market?

[15:55] Where does Nathan find inspiration and resources to improve his business?

[27:50] What's Nathan's biggest piece of advice for leaders in business?

RESOURCES:

Arkside Marketing, Inc.

Sprout Social Media Partner

BOOKS:

 

Show Notes:

In this episode of Shaping The Future Podcast, we are introduced to Gregg Kell - The host of Shaping The Future. We dive in to the core beliefs of S.T.F., The Format, Future Topics, and Gregg's Backstory.

Time Stamps:

[0:39] - Shaping The Future's Core Beliefs

[1:53] - Gregg's Background as a Business Success Partner and Web Design Firm Owner

[3:05] - Why it's important that we actively shape the future

[3:40] - Why is Gregg Podcasting?

[4:18] - What topics the Shaping The Future Podcast will cover

Transcript:

Episode 0 Transcript (pdf)

3 Key Points:

* Shaping the Future Podcast is the start of a new movement called Future Shapers

* This podcast is a platform for business, social and political leaders

* Future Shapers are committed to nudging the world in a positive direction.

Resources:

Kell Web Solutions

Profit Growth Builders