One of the fashionable sources for funding is social contributions, aka crowdfunding, where you throw an idea out to the masses and see what if your target market will back your idea, plus fund it. Systems online have made it easy to submit a campaign request but it takes more than wait and it will come. It takes a promotion, connections, media, and a list of other activities to be successful. My guest New York Times Best-Selling author Matthew Lesko has been serving the people for many years and he shares some nuggets on crowdfunding and life...funny and informative.

The business of writing is a lost art. We tend to look at authors as leaders in their industries but did you know most books are extended business cards? How about this...most books are written by ghostwriters and this business model is booming in multiple sectors.  My guest Gwen Weiler talks about both the service provider side and the business model side of the ghostwriting so you can turn your love of writing into a business.

When it comes to having a business identity, we're talking branding. Most people start the branding process with a simple logo but once you understand the science of continuity within branding, you realize what makes one business stand out above and beyond the rest. My guest Mariya K. is a branding consultant that works with high-level clients online and she took

the time to talk business model and business best practices.

On this special Valentines episode, we explore emotional intelligence when it comes to your work and your personal life. One of the struggles we deal with entrepreneurs is keeping our emotions in check so we can be more productive and successful. My guest, for this show, is my wife Taniza Craggette, who helps people feel good while understanding the bad.

The business photography is a simple business to start but having staying power is the key to success most people miss. With cameras added to phones, it's never been a better time to get into this business model, if you know what you're doing. My guest Nikkia Redd is a professional, international photographer and photography coach that took the time to share some golden nuggets on what it takes to be in the business and to stay in the business.

Many have said business is a marathon and not a sprint. It doesn't matter if you're online or offline, things will get in the way and it always comes down to what you do when the going gets tough. My guest Damion Lupo shares with us his journey and his insight on what most people take years to learn and we have a little fun along the way.

The world of coaching is a mystery because many people have an opinion on how to get started. There isn't a right or wrong way and my guest Jim Palmer took some time to share some awesome nuggets on the world of coaching. This business model is simple to start and we discuss it.

Some of the best business owners on the planet move their profits to self-sustaining investment so they can grow their wealth over time. Almost every person I have in my inner circle invest in either real estate or stocks. I'm lucky enough to have someone that does both. My guest Larry Steinhouse is a pro in both arenas and he shares his insights as to the beginning steps for becoming an investor.

The first kick of the new year! Time to look into the 2017 planning phase and position yourself for success. I explore some of the common line items most business owners go through when it's time to improve their bottom line. Welcome to your next best year!

The lifeblood of every business is leads and sales. The tricky part is getting those leads so you can get the sales. My guest and long time friend David Schloss has been helping business with huge budgets get all the leads they can handle from Facebook and now he's sharing what he knows with you.