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Raymond Paul Johnson is an attorney, author, aviator, aerospace engineer and

combat veteran who holds the Distinguished Flying Cross, Meritorious Service Medal, and five Air Medals, among other awards. Ray has been a trial attorney for over 35 years, concentrating in product liability and aviation law, selected as a Super Lawyer by Los Angeles Magazine every year since 2006, and an adjunct instructor at the University of Southern California since 2021. He is also certified as a Mediator by Pepperdine University School of Law/Strauss Institute for Dispute Resolution.

While in the U.S. Air Force, Ray flew as a fighter pilot, jet instructor and functional test pilot. He also received a master-of-science degree in astronautics from the Air Force Institute of Technology and co-chaired the DOD/NASA working groups on Space Shuttle design and integration. Ray graduated from New York University (BS Aerospace Engineering) and the School of Law at the College of William and Mary. He is principal co-author of the legal treatise Defective Product: Evidence to Verdict, Juris Publishing/New York (Supp 2003) and has written more than 50 articles published in law journals and nationally circulated periodicals. Ray has also served as a legal consultant to the Los Angeles Times, New York

Times and USA Today, and has been interviewed by CNN, NBC News and other televised

programs.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Raymond Paul Johnson about the inspiration behind his book Conspiracy Ignited.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How writing without a strict outline allows the characters to guide the story.

- Why it’s important to write what you know and draw on your real life experiences.

- How writing a book of fiction is much different than writing non-fiction for law publications.

- Why attracting literary agents and publishers is a difficult endeavor.

- How Conspiracy Ignited is being considered for a movie adaptation.

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X: @RPJohnsonBooks

Instagram: @raymondpauljohnson_author

Facebook: facebook.com/RaymondPaulJohnsonThrillerWriter

Links Mentioned: https://raymondpauljohnson.com/

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Brandon Cobb is the owner of HBG Capital, a real estate firm providing investors with superior risk-adjusted returns and downside principal protection backed by real assets in the residential single-family sector in Nashville, Tennessee. HBG Capital’s construction arm, HBG Construction, executes ground-up new developments, land development, and residential property rehabilitation. HBG Capital's acquisition arm, HBG Holdings, sources off-market land for redevelopment by working with the local communities to identify, rezone, and entitle land to bring the community's vision to life.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Brandon Cobb about creating communities and the impact of real estate development.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How HBG Capital gives back to the community and dedicates a portion of its profits to support veteran homelessness initiatives.

- Why having strategic partners and consultants accelerates business growth.

- How providing a larger piece of the profit to partners can lead to greater overall success.

- Why HBG Capital focuses on creating passive income opportunities for business owners through real estate investments.

- How HBG Capital aims to empower individuals to build a legacy and make a positive impact through informed investment decisions.

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Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn: @hbgcapital

Links Mentioned: https://www.hbgcapital.net/

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Marley Rose Harris is a business and money coach on a mission to help women clear their fears to unlock their greatest potential. Through her powerful approach, she guides you to reprogram your subconscious mind, break free from limiting beliefs, and step into a life of freedom, abundance, and purpose.

With Marley’s expert guidance, you’ll clear the subconscious fears that have been standing in your way, unlock your true potential, and financial freedom. Her work gives you the inspiration, confidence, and tools to create lasting transformation and live the life you truly deserve.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Marley Harris about mastering your mindset and aligning your financial goals with your beliefs.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How there is a direct correlation between effort and reward as a business owner.

- Why changing your mindset attracts opportunities that lead to financial success.

- How your personal beliefs, not strategies or techniques, drive success in business.

- Why changing long-held limited beliefs enables personal transformation.

- How doing away with your fears and limiting beliefs allows you to step into your purpose.

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Instagram, TikTok: @marleyharrisrose

Links Mentioned: https://www.marleyrose.ca/

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Max Bidna, “Marketing Max,” is a serial entrepreneur who built & sold an award-winning 7 figure ad agency. Since then, he’s earned more than 200,000+ followers with his impactful growth marketing content. Through Max’s agency, 1-on-1 consulting, & portfolio of businesses, his work has driven $100m+ in attributable revenue for brands of all shapes & sizes.

Featured in Forbes, Business Insider, USA Today, & Market Watch, Marketing Max has consulted for more than 250 fast-growing brands’ on everything growth & marketing including Juicepress, Hubspot, Notion, Techday, Statefarm, Licorice.com, and countless more.

Max hosts The @MarketingMax Show, and is also becoming a regular on conference stages for his easy-to-implement marketing strategies and great marketing battle-stories.

Whether optimizing ad campaigns based on my $10m+ in managed ad spend experience, building dozens of outside-the-box high-ROI marketing funnels, or teaching growth marketing tactics to his 200,000+ followers, Marketing Max helps companies grow faster.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Max Bidna about the secrets to building a thriving newsletter business.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How Growth Daily has three different newsletters and over 120,000 subscribers.

- How Growth Daily’s sponsors include HubSpot, Notion, MailChimp, and Tony Robbins.

- Why marketing through a newsletter can be more effective than marketing on social media.

- How many advertisers lack sophistication when it comes to purchasing newsletter ads.

- How newsletters are a great way to reach founders and CEOs through targeted marketing.

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X, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn: @MarketingMax

Links Mentioned: https://www.growthdaily.com/

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Dr. Sherry Peel Jackson is a retired IRS agent, CPA, and Certified Fraud Examiner who has helped over 100,000 individuals and businesses Keep, Protect, and Grow their earnings using her proprietary KPG System. With over 35 years of experience, Sherry is an expert in tax reduction and wealth building. Through her speaking, books, and consulting, she has shared her wealth of knowledge to not just educate but also create lasting wealth and security. She empowers people every day to achieve financial freedom and legacy.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Dr. Sherry Peel Jackson about avoiding tax pitfalls.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How asset protection strategies are a key part of the KPG system to safeguard earnings from taxes.

- Why starting a home-based business allows people to leverage tax benefits.

- How traditional employment doesn’t lead to wealth.

- Why many individuals are unaware of the various deductions they could claim.

- How there are legal tax deductions available to business owners that employees cannot access.

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Instagram, LinkedIn: @sherrypeeljackson

Links Mentioned: https://sherrypeeljackson.com/

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Joshua Johnston is the founder of Hydra, a consulting firm that partners with digital agency owners to optimize their operational systems, processes, and service offerings to scale to multiple seven figures and beyond. After successfully leading and scaling a multiple seven-figure agency himself, Joshua recognized that many agencies lacked the systems needed for rapid growth. This insight inspired him to create Hydra, with the goal of helping agency owners streamline their operations and unlock their full potential for long-term success.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Joshua Johnston about how Hydra transforms operations and profitability.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How Hydra specializes in helping seven- and eight-figure digital agencies improve lead generation, sales, and overall operations.

- Why it’s critical to provide a unique selling proposition and market yourself effectively.

- How scaling your company requires simplicity and rhythm in agency operations.

- Why social media should be approached with intentionality.

- How funnel-hacking ads on social media can provide key insights for your business while revealing what’s working in the market.

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X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn: @joshykobyashi

Links Mentioned: https://www.workwithhydra.com/

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Hristo Arakliev is the co-founder and COO of HYPERZON, a leading Amazon marketing agency based in Europe, dedicated to helping brands worldwide double their revenue through Amazon as a sales channel. A serial entrepreneur with a deep passion for Amazon marketing, Hristo has spent the past seven years honing his expertise in areas such as Amazon optimization, growth hacking, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and the development of successful sales strategies.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Hristo Arakliev about doubling revenue on Amazon.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How it can be challenging to open and optimize an Amazon account.

- Why optimized product listings are attractive to potential buyers.

- How gathering reviews for your products on Amazon is vital.

- Why HYPERZON avoids working with bulky products, drug-related products, and most clothing.

- How gaining more exposure and reaching the next level of growth can be difficult.

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Instagram: @hyperzon.io

Facebook: facebook.com/hyperzon

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hyperzon

Links Mentioned: https://hyperzon.io/

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Introducing KATHRYN HAHN — on improvising in “Step Brothers” and Patti Lupone voice memos from Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson.

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"Agatha All Along” star Kathryn Hahn joins the show. Over stuffed grape leaves and shawarma rubbed oyster mushrooms, Hahn tells me how her career has climbed after 40 (dubbed her “Hahnissance”), the amazing moments she improvised in “Step Brothers” and we retell our pilates meet-cute. This episode was recorded at Mazal in Lincoln Heights, CA.

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Brian Keane is a three-time best-selling author with The Fitness Mindset, Rewire Your Mindset and The Keane Edge: Mastering the Mindset for Real Lasting Fat Loss.

Over the past ten years, Brian has become one of the most recognized faces in the Irish health and fitness industry. He has spoken at major wellness events such as Wellfest Ireland and Mefit Dubai, was a Keynote speaker at Google HQ for their 2018 wellness event and has done corporate wellness talks for Allianz Partners, SAP and Acorn Insurance.

On top of running his own highly successful business, Brian has also completed some of the worlds most grueling endurance challenges, such as six back-to-back marathons through the Sahara desert, a 230km through the Arctic, and multiple ultra-marathons, including a 100-mile ultra-marathon in the desert in Nevada.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Brian Keane about rewiring your mindset.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How it can be a struggle to market and build awareness for a fitness brand.

- Why moving a fitness business online increases leverage and revenue potential.

- How seeking guidance or mentorship early in your career is vital.

- Why people should learn from other’s mistakes instead of relying on your own experiences.

- How prioritizing a healthy work-life balance lets you focus on your mental health, family, and personal fitness goals.

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Instagram: @brian_keane_fitness

Facebook: facebook.com/briankeanefitness

TikTok: @briankeanefitness

Links Mentioned: https://briankeanefitness.com/

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Dr. Ryan Moriarty, Ph.D., is the President of Done For You Tax, where he's revolutionizing financial management for entrepreneurs. With a doctorate in Computer Science, Ryan brings a unique tech-savvy approach to the world of taxes and accounting. His innovative methods enable him to offer bookkeeping and tax preparation services at just one-third the cost of traditional accounting firms, helping his clients save significantly. He is on a mission to help small business owners and fix the ridiculous costs of normal accounting and bookkeeping firms.

Based in Puerto Rico, Ryan leverages his experience to empower business owners with cutting-edge tax strategies and financial optimization techniques. He's an expert in bridging the gap between complex financial concepts and practical business applications, offering invaluable insights on entrepreneurship, tax optimization, and the integration of AI in financial management.

Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Dr. Ryan Moriarty about the innovative approach of Done For You Tax.

Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show:

- How Done For You Tax is designed to provide affordable accounting services to solopreneurs, digital marketers, and blue-collar workers.

- How Done For You Tax’s proprietary software automates 95% of the bookkeeping process.

- Why taking bookkeeping off a small business owner’s plate allows them to focus on their core operations.

- How recurring revenue models provide stability for businesses while offering ongoing value to the clients.

- How Done For You Tax provides a simple, user-friendly platform that caters to specific needs of very small businesses.

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Facebook: facebook.com/doneforyoutax

Links Mentioned: https://doneforyoutax.com/

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