• To Create Better Content, Ask This Simple Question

    For the last 14 years, I’ve been responsible for marketing either some significant part of a larger company’s offering or the entire company’s brands and products. One of the most effective tools I’ve used for this purpose has been content. In fact, I know from personal experience that over the… Listen ⇢

  • How To Generate Leads From A Virtual Business Conference

    The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of digital. Nowhere is that more apparent than e-commerce. Bazaarvoice reports that e-commerce orders across its network of over 6,200 brand and retailer sites had increased by an astounding 57% in June, year-over-year. While online shopping has has become more popular during the… Listen ⇢

  • Five Voices Of Assurance And Optimism For Navigating COVID-19

    I’ve been hosting livestream shows (“Simulmedia Live”) for Simulmedia since the summer of 2019 and have had the privilege of talking to some awfully smart people from top brands, agencies, cable networks, and the investing community. Ever since we’ve started working from home, though, we’ve featured guests who I like… Listen ⇢

  • What I’ve Learned About Being A Livestream Host

    Having hosted 15 livestream programs for my employer, Simulmedia, I can confidently say at least one thing about the experience.  After watching me, no one is going to forget Anderson Cooper. Or Chris Wallace. Or Pat Sajak, Captain Kangaroo, The Church Lady – or, in fact, any other professional broadcasting host… Listen ⇢

  • Kus Beham On The Pursuit of Flavor Through Coffee And Community In Hastings

    ‘ve traveled the world and enjoyed coffee in some of the world’s finest cities. None of it matches the coffee and espresso served at Antoinette’s Patisserie right here in my hometown of Hastings on Hudson, NY. Kus Beham is Antoinette’s captain of the caffeine, a flavor visionary who buys his… Listen ⇢

    Kus Beham On The Pursuit of Flavor Through Coffee And Community In Hastings
  • Listen To My Podcast On iTunes, Spotify, And Google Play

    The Pre-Made Podcast, my show about people who have overcome long odds and serious setbacks to do extraordinary things in their communities and careers, is now available on iTunes, Spotify and Google Play. Simply choose the service you prefer and subscribe. All past and future episodes will be available without… Listen ⇢

    Listen To My Podcast On iTunes, Spotify, And Google Play
  • Jenelle Manzi, Ballerina And Startup CEO, Soars Beyond Injury And Into Entrepreneurship

    Jenelle Manzi is an elite performer who dances professionally with the New York City Ballet. She’s also an entrepreneur with big ambitions and a passionate team behind her. I’ve been eager to share Jenelle’s story ever since I heard it for the first time. I think that’s because there are… Listen ⇢

    Jenelle Manzi, Ballerina And Startup CEO, Soars Beyond Injury And Into Entrepreneurship
  • Jeremy Snead, Filmmaker, Helps The Video Game Industry Find Its Voice

    he video game business yields billions of dollars annually, but generally it has lacked the mainstream acceptance and respect that film, television, and theater command. Entrepreneur and filmmaker Jeremy Snead is out to change that. He has directed and produced both an original documentary and television series that reveal how… Listen ⇢

    Jeremy Snead, Filmmaker, Helps The Video Game Industry Find Its Voice
  • Kenny Bellau, The Man Who Rescued 400 People Following Hurricane Katrina

    Following the 14th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, and as we anxiously watch Hurricane Dorian looming off the southeastern coast of the United States, I speak to Kenny Bellau, who has an inspiring story to share. That’s because he rescued over 400 people in New Orleans in the chaotic aftermath of… Listen ⇢

    Kenny Bellau, The Man Who Rescued 400 People Following Hurricane Katrina

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