The Cerrone Show

Chris and Laci discuss several topics to help you understand how to promote your own business through networking and social outreach as well as branding and changing midstream.

Here is a taste of what to expect from today’s show:

• Chris and Laci riff on their friend Jimmy O. Yang who is making big waves in the Hollywood scene.

• Laci discusses Geoffrey Holder, the actor, dancer, choreographer, who passed away.

• On a soapbox rant, Laci declares her disgust for artists that sample music and turn it into crap.

• PlayBuzz, a 10 month old website is beating BuzzFeed at their own game. Check out the article here!

• 113 Year Old Woman Lies about her age to join Facebook. Check out the article here!

• Laci and Chris discuss people in the online world that decide to take a break from social media and the effect that it can have on your business.

• Chris discusses the process of reaching out to people through social media or via email to promote your own business/project.

• Learn how to properly reach out to podcasters, bloggers, influencers, or ANYONE to help to promote your product or business!

• Have you seen people change branding mid-stream with no real rhyme or reason? Listen to Chris and Laci break down branding strategy and why NOT to change it mid-stream.

SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS

• Check out our friend Jimmy O. Yang and be on the lookout for him on your TV screens!

• Check out the special Episode 100 video that Laci surprised Chris with!

• Click here to get access to three examples of outreach email templates to help with your relationship building and networking!

• Learn more about Next Level of Society here!

Michael Ferdinand Joseph Doria is an American author, writer and broadcaster. He was born in Rochester, NY on February 27th, 1976 to Ferdinand and Nancy Doria. He has one older sister and one younger brother. Michael graduated from Spencerport High School in 1994 and from Brockport State College in 1998 with a B.S.in Broadcast Journalism. He spent 11 years as a TV News Reporter before switching to Marketing & PR. Doria’s other notable written works include two music albums "Neon Graveyard" & "B.C." During the summer of 2013, he created, produced, wrote and hosted a 15 episode Podcast titled "The Frankly Doria Show." Doria's blog titled “Blah, Blah Blog” and audio interview component called “Mike Check” can be found at www.mikedoria.com

Cedric Crear brings a wealth of knowledge to the show by sharing his philosophy about business and the importance of giving back to your community. His incredible life experiences are enough to inspire anyone to follow their dreams!

Here is a taste of what to expect from today’s show:

• Chris introduces today’s guest, a local Las Vegas entrepreneur and the most interesting man in the world, Cedric Crear.

• Cedric Crear’s career has touched many industries and professions where he was able to gather a ton of knowledge and experience to bring him to this point of his entrepreneurial career.

• Cedric and Laci have a long standing friendship that has spanned over 12 years. He has been a mentor to her and shown her what it takes to be a hustler, a community advocate, and a true entrepreneur.

• Cedric doesn’t waste any time before jumping into sharing his beliefs about giving back and making a difference in your community with the audience.

• Vegas is one of the most interesting cities in the world in terms of business and industry by providing a false sense of reality.

• Cedric explains that people often only focus on the finish line of success rather than the journey.

• Cedric compares being an entrepreneur to farming. Plant the best seeds and continue to water and groom those crops as they grow.

• Cedric explains the theory of business vs. the theory of reality.

• Surrounding yourself with smart people is the key to success.

• Not only is Cedric an incredible entrepreneur and business owner, he is also very focused on giving back to the community.

• With his special flare, Cedric talks about the importance of making a difference in your community.

SPECIAL MENTIONS | LINKS | SHOUTOUTS

• Check out Cedric’s new favorite song, The Second Coming, by Jewel Santana!

GUEST CONTACT INFORMATIONTwitter:@CedricCrear & @CrearCreative

crearcreative.com

After 99 episodes of the Cerrone show Chris and Laci decided to celebrate their 100th show LIVE in downtown Las Vegas with their closest friends, family, and even listeners of the show. Make sure to check out the AMAZING video Laci surprised Chris with that got him to choke up a bit.

Chris and Laci continue with audience Q&A about business, entrepreneurship, and podcasting. These questions lead to a very raw and heated discussion about trends in the the podcasting community, giving back, and the people that are doing it right.

Do you ever wonder what Chris and Laci argue about off-air? How about the decisions that they regret during the process of building their podcast? They answer these and many other in depth audience questions about podcasting and starting a business.

Chris surprises Laci with an entire show dedicated to her entrepreneurial endeavors! Her inspirational take on the “why” behind she made this decision is sure to inspire you to make change in your life as well. She is leaving corporate to focus on consulting, Next Level Society, and Tink Yarn and how her son is starting his own business! Listen to learn more...

Clintus McGintus has grown his YouTube channel to over 28 MILLION views and 50,000+ subscribers and is not stopping anytime soon! He shares his insight on growing your channel, brand partnerships, and the challenge of splitting your time between corporate and YouTube.

With her NO FEAR attitude, Melissa Hawks put her dream on the line with a Kickstarter campaign focused on a Mutiny of Dreamers! In her quest to tell the story and impact of 40 people in her life, she has managed to create a community and movement that will surely leave no stone unturned.

Serial entrepreneurs Roger Patterson and Ian MacKinnon share an inside look at how their popular app, Latergramme, was created and what is in store for the future. They also share their awesome outlook on life as entrepreneurs, life lessons, and advice for anyone that is just starting their journey.