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Melanie Johnson & Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Beth Noymer Levine, the founder of SmartMouth Communications about public speaking, presenting and communicating. SmartMouth Founder and Principal Beth Noymer Levine is a Communications Coach who is emerging as one of the country’s leading voices on how to prepare and deliver speeches and presentations that actually work for both the audience and the speaker. Her methodology raises awareness around the unconscious tendency of speakers to be egocentric versus audience-centric and encourages clients to find their voices and their messages in a simple and logical way. Beth is the creator of the SmartMouth Public Speaking Toolkit, a 5-star-rated mobile app for the iPhone and iPad. She is also the author of the book Jock Talk: 5 Communication Principles for Leaders as Exemplified by Legends of the Sports World. Learn More Here

Melanie Johnson & Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Meghann Conter, the founder and chief laugh instigator of TheDames.co. A community for women business owners around the globe to help each other grow. What You'll Learn in this Episode: How to be the most efficient at networking events. How one connection can change your whole career. How to overcome mindset limitations. Quotes: "We strategically match our members, with the potential power partners that they need to know in order to grow their business, to get the resources they need, and to really enjoy everything a lot more as they're going along." (5:30) "In order to grow your business you need to have a really strong foundation of understanding what your mission, vision and values are." (14:06) "The largest part of marketing has always been understanding your target audience. It's this intersection of knowing your target audience, surveying them, and finding out what platforms they spend their time on." (16:31) About Megha

Melanie Johnson & Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Henry Daas about how to make more money and his book FQ: Financial Intelligence. Henry started his first business in 1991 selling, installing, servicing and financing computers to large corporations. Since then he has founded a succession in firms in the e-commerce, finance, real estate and consumer products spaces. For much of the past decade, he has taken his experience as an entrepreneur and used it as a platform to coach other business owners and founders. In addition, in 2019, Henry self-published a 432-page book on everything you need to know about how to grow and manage your money. He offers a 20-week course where he teaches you, one-on-one. he also runs curated masterminds on business and finance. In his infinite leisure, Henry writes screenplays (for fun), plays golf, travels (when not on lockdown), plays Catan with his three boys, and does other fun stuff

Melanie Johnson & Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Jill Lublin about her expertise in influence and publicity marketing. As well as her 4 bestselling books: Get Noticed…Get Referrals, Networking Magic, and Guerrilla Publicity, which is regarded as the “PR Bible”, and her latest book The Profit of Kindness. Jill is the author of four bestselling books, including: Get Noticed…Get Referrals (McGraw-Hill), Networking Magic(Morgan James), and Guerrilla Publicity (Adams Media), which is regarded as the “PR Bible”, and her latest book The Profit of Kindness (Career Press), which went #1 in four categories. With four international bestselling books, Jill is acknowledged as the go-to person for building success through influence marketing, networking, and publicity. She helps authors to create book deals with agents and publishers and well as obtain foreign rights deals. Jill is also the Producer and Host of the TV show, “Messages of Hope”, which inspires people to take positive action to

Melanie Johnson & Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Luisa Zhou about how to get your business to make SIX figures by building your audience.   When Luisa was growing up, she dreamed of being the CEO of a major corporation. The child of Chinese immigrant parents, she was taught that a steady job and paycheck were the ticket to the American Dream -- and Luisa bought in. She wanted it all -- the power, the corner office, the big paycheck, and a closet full of Manolos. So she did the normal climb: and attended a prestigious university (Princeton) and majored in something safe (engineering) that would guarantee her a job out of college. By the time Luisa was 25, she was the big kahuna of a team managing millions of dollars in business each year. From the outside, she was really “making it” -- and she had the six-figure salary, high-rise condo, and proud parents to prove it. But on the inside, she wasn’t happy. So Luisa went all in and started her own business teaching people the digital

Melanie Johnson & Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Todd Uterstaedt about the secrets to becoming a founder to a CEO. Todd Uterstaedt is SUPER passionate about helping you level up your leadership and scale up your startup. If you've ever struggled with building your team, creating an amazing culture, managing your investors, and growing your leadership abilities...then this is THE place for you. You may not have the exact skills, may not have all the right knowledge, and probably don’t have the perfect ex-periences to get your startup where you know it can go. However, you’ve worked your tail off. You’ve come a long way. You’ve experienced the intoxicating feeling of initial success...as well as the enlightened realization that you just can’t do it by yourself any more. The shift from Founder to CEO is the inflection point where most startup CEOs pilot their fragile enterprise to new heights, or crash and burn in the valley of despair We share the real, authentic stories of

Melanie Johnson & Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Mark Victor & Crystal Hansen about their book Ask!: The Bridge from Your Dreams to Your Destiny. You may know Mark as "that Chicken Soup for the Soul guy." Established as a cultural icon in 1990, Mark and his business partner Jack Canfield created what Time magazine called, "the publishing phenomenon of the decade," with over 110 million Chicken Soup for the Soul books sold worldwide - one of the most successful publishing franchises of all time. Crystal Dwyer Hansen is an Entrepreneur, Certified Life Coach, and Wellness/Nutrition Expert, whose personal coaching, speaking, CD and video programs, books, and articles have helped people all over the world. Crystal's expertise is in the field of human potential. Those who have worked with Crystal have experienced profound and lasting transformation in relationships, career, health & wellness. Crystal is a Member of the International Coaching Federation and the founder of Cryst

Melanie Johnson & Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview DeAnna Lorraine about her book Taking Back America. Ms. DeAnna Lorraine is a recent Republican, “anti-establishment” Congressional Candidate who just completed her widely watched run against political Goliath Nancy Pelosi, the Speaker of the House, in California’s 12th Congressional District (San Francisco). Although she ultimately lost her race to a radical Socialist, her battle was hard fought and won the hearts of Americans all across the nation with her guts, refreshing honesty, and bold, unconventional campaign strategies. Everyone loved her Pelosi for Prison campaign where she bravely had a plane fly a giant 80 by 25-foot “Pelosi for Prison” banner in Pelosi’s very liberal district of San Francisco - and she intends to keep flying it throughout the year! DeAnna is also a popular YouTube Host, Conservative Political and Culture commentator, Author of ‘Making Love Great Again!’ and Host of her podcast and Internet show Taking

Melanie Johnson & Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Michael Neely about how to produce your own podcast. Long before Michael took up writing and coaching, he used to be a knight in shining armor. More precisely, he was an actor that spent a good portion of his career on horseback before starring in a couple of soap operas and independent films. While it was quite nice to eventually see the name Michael Neeley in film, stage, and television credits, there was still something missing. Michael felt unfulfilled – not about what he was getting, but about what he was giving. So, while he never became an “A” List actor, his profession was still very fun and rewarding, spanning more than twenty years before he finally decided to shift his purpose.  Michael's son, Tristan, was born in 2002 and he decided to leave the L.A. smog and raise him in clean air and clear skies.  His life was taking on a different meaning, and he began searching for what he was meant to do, who he was meant to be, a

Melanie Johnson & Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Jeff Griffin about how to overcome your past, conquer your fears, and stay motivated. As an ordinary man living life from a wheelchair, Jeff has accomplished some extraordinary things. He played in the 2004 Paralympic Games in Athens, Greece, and is a silver medalist for the USA men’s wheelchair basketball team. Griff is a national champion who played for the Utah Wheelin’ Jazz and is a four-time All-Star MVP. He was the number one men’s wheelchair tennis player in the state of Utah, won the St. George Marathon, has two Guinness Book of World Records, and is the author of the award-winning book I’Mpossible: Desire. Dream. Do. He believes everyone has the power and potential to accomplish the impossible if they take the proper steps.

Jenn Foster, an owner of Elite Online Publishing, interviews Harrison Hunter Reid Fischer about health, wellness, and business leadership. Harrison Hunter Reid is a serial entrepreneur, international speaker, and world traveler. He is an expert in making things easy, actionable, and fun. He helps his students transform their health, take control of their minds, and create enterprises destined for success; all with ease. Harrison went from being fired from every job he ever had to currently running 2 businesses. One that is relieving the global obesity epidemic by selling snack foods that satisfy our cravings in a radically healthy manner. The other helps American financial institutions structure their benefit programs to instantly generate substantially more income for both their employees and owners. Harrison previously co-founded an events company when he was 18 years old that generated thousands of dollars for charity. He is also currently on the advisory board for two charities, Help For Children, and Nat

Jenn Foster, owner of Elite Online Publishing, interviews John D Allen about his book Unlocking The Hidden Treasures In Business. John has been teaching solopreneurs who struggle with prospecting for new business, converting potential leads into customers, and making more sales resulting in an increased bottom line. The sales strategies he helps them to implement are based on conversational sales approaches using the principles of empathy, engagement, education, and empowerment so they can achieve greater income and enjoy the lifestyle of their dreams. 

Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Dr. Matt Mannino about helping you to connect with your inner success. Using the principles he now teaches, Dr. Matt built one of the largest solo Chiropractic practices in the nation. As an industry leader and an expert and innovator in the Neurosciences and human performance, Dr. Matt has taken his unparalleled system of personal transformation, Quantum Emergence, into corporations, universities, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations worldwide. This “inner game” system that he’s developed has proven to help people create immediate, permanent, and meaningful change by exposing and correcting the hidden root cause that limits personal and professional growth. Over the past 25 years, he has helped thousands of people reach greater levels of health, wealth, and life fulfillment.

Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Em Capito about resiliency and how to overcome your struggles. As a clinical therapist with more than 10 years of experience observing a broken approach to mental, emotional, and physical well-being, Em aims to challenge how we think about and respond to adversity. She completed her master’s degree in social work from the University of Utah in 2007, seeking out independent study in mind-body medicine and emphasizing whole wellness and self-determination early in her career in addiction treatment.  She has continued to push outside the imagined boundaries of the mental health industry to bring together a philosophy, the best of Eastern and Western methods, and common-sense tools to root into resiliency, rather than slap labels and band-aids on symptoms.

Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, talk about the benefits of having a podcast and their new book Podcast Authorized. Over 50% of the homes are podcast fans! Podcasts are poised to eclipse traditional radio in listenership, and podcasts are opening the door to individuals, businesses, and celebrities alike to have their own show with no barrier to entry.  The smartest thing you can do as a business owner, expert and industry leader is to build a platform of raving fans. One of the best and easiest ways to attract new buyers, clients, and fans to you is through a podcast and a book. Watch your business grow as you create unique, expert content.

Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Dr. Nima about how to identify and eliminate your triggers.  Dr. Nima helps people who are stuck in toxic relationships who, career limbo, and emotional trauma overcome their anxiety and create powerfully aligned relationships by deepening their intimate relationship with the most important person of all: themselves.

Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview John Vuong about the insights behind search engine optimization (SEO) John is a seasoned sales professional and Internet marketer with an exceptional track record helping companies grow their clientele and profits. Through 15 years of experience working with CEOs, business owners, and marketing leaders at some of Canada’s most successful corporations, John developed a deep understanding of local marketing dynamics and consumer behavior. John’s entrepreneurial spirit and experience working with more than 5,000 local business owners inspired him to start his own company, Local SEO Search, in 2013. His parents were among the last of the “boat people” refugees who immigrated from South Vietnam in 1980, and John was born a few months later. Like many newcomers, his family persevered through difficult times and relied upon help from various community organizations (including the Salvation Army and Canada Employment Centre).  

Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Terry Sidford about giving yourself permission to have courage. Terry is a sought-after motivational TEDx speaker, Author, Television Host and Life Coach since 1998. She has assisted scores of people and organizations in achieving their dreams, which she believes is her own life’s purpose. Terry’s greatest joy has always been to help others unleash their potential and live life to the fullest.  Terry has spent over half her life acquiring the knowledge and experience that qualify her to guide others. The acquisition of those experiences is the basis for her book One Hundred Hearts: Inspiring Stories from the Women Who Lived Them, a collection of stories of female courage in the face of adversity.

Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Todd Palmer about finding the difference between making a living and making a life. Todd Palmer is the Chief Rulebreaker. He is the guy who exists to improve lives. The leader who knows that you only learn by leaning into the uncomfortable, and away from the comfortable. The confident personality who lives ATV (Authenticity-Transparency-Vulnerability) all day, every day. He's the amateur baseball player who knows you are successful by failing 7 out of 10 times. The adventurer who walks with cheetahs in Africa. The CEO who will walk the path with you. The recruiter who knows that the best anyone will ever be is on a first interview (or first date). The facilitator who calls out the Pink Elephant in the room. The Life-Long Learner who will help you continue to grow yourself and your business.

Melanie Johnson and Jenn Foster, owners of Elite Online Publishing, interview Dan Ashburn. In this interview, Dan uncovers the top secrets to selling products on Amazon. About Dan Ashburn: Dan and his industry-leading team are responsible for marketing and managing over $12 million in annual sales for Amazon brands around the world. Dan co-founded Northbound Group alongside Scott Deetz and Kirsty Verity, and their team has collectively coached over 500 Amazon business owners helping them scale their business and then strategically exit. Dan is a sought-after international speaker and is also the head mentor on China Magic, a 14-day sourcing and mastermind trip in China led by Athena Severi. Dan is also the founder of the Titan Network: The exclusive membership organization for elite Amazon Sellers who want to scale faster. Learn more at https://www.titannetwork.com/