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IAM2190 - Leveraging on Media to Promote Positivity and Support Entrepreneurs in their Journeys - Part 2

In this episode, Gresham Harkless dives into powerful productivity and personal growth hacks that have transformed his daily routine.

 

He discusses the benefits of a gratitude journal, meditation, and even coloring as tools for enhancing focus and well-being.

 

Gresham ends his day on a positive note by reflecting on three things he's grateful for, which cultivates appreciation for both small and significant aspects of life, even on challenging days.

 

Gresham highlights the importance of self-care, using the metaphor of keeping your oxygen mask on first. By ensuring personal well-being, one can more effectively serve and impact others.

 

Business Pillar: Operations Technology

 

Episode Link: We Live to Build

 

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IAM2189 - Leveraging on Media to Promote Positivity and Support Entrepreneurs in their Journeys - Part 1

Gresham Harkless discusses the difficulties of launching Blue16 Media, emphasizing the unpredictability of entrepreneurship and the loneliness that often accompanies it. 

 

Gresham highlights the importance of media in today’s entrepreneurial landscape. 

 

He explains how his background in journalism influenced his decision to create media platforms that provide valuable content to help businesses and entrepreneurs thrive.

 

The conversation delves into the necessity of delegation in managing multiple projects.

 

He emphasizes the importance of empowering team members and the ongoing challenge of balancing control with trust in his business operations. 

 

Gresham believes in leveraging media to promote positivity and support entrepreneurs in their journeys.

 

Business Pillar: Entrepreneurship/Journey

 

Episode Link: We Live to Build

 

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IAM2188 - The Importance of Retaining the Excitement and Creativity of Childhood

Gresham Harkless emphasizes the importance of retaining the excitement and creativity of childhood.

 

He shares how he makes time for creative pursuits, such as reading, writing, and even creating an "I Am Coloring" book to foster his creativity.

 

Gresham reflects on his parents' support during his early entrepreneurial ventures and the challenges of transitioning from a child's perspective to adult responsibilities.

 

Gresham highlights his upcoming projects, including a new premium newsletter based on insights from his extensive podcast interviews. This newsletter will focus on CEO hacks and tools to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.

 

Business Pillar: Journey/Entrepreneurship & Human 

 

Episode Link: The Secret Art of Business

 

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IAM2187 - The Importance of Using Data to Drive Decisions

Gresham Harkless emphasizes the importance of aligning your content with your passions. Whether you enjoy writing, speaking, or being on video, identifying what excites you is crucial for sustained success. 

 

He advises that starting with what you love can prevent burnout and ensure consistency.

 

Gresham describes podcasting as a great communication tool and reassures that it doesn't have to be perfect from the outset. The evolution of your podcast over time is part of the process.

 

Gresham underscores the importance of using data to drive decisions. By analyzing metrics from platforms like Google Analytics and social media, you can refine your strategies and optimize your content for better results.

 

He advocates for continual learning and adaptation. Even if your initial efforts don’t yield perfect results, the key is to iterate and improve based on feedback and data.

 

Business: Visibility

 

Episode Link: HeartPowered Interview

 

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IAM2186 - Holistic Psychologist Helps Clients with Holistic Mental Wellness at Different Levels

Dr. Nicole LePera is a holistic psychologist and founder of the Mindful Healing Center. Dr. Nicole, trained at Cornell University and the New School for Social Research. 

 

She discusses her unique approach to mental wellness and shares her journey from traditional psychology to holistic healing.

 

Dr. Nicole LePera describes her ability to remain objective and detached in her practice, allowing her to provide unbiased support and guidance to her clients.

 

Dr. LePera credits her improved productivity and mental clarity to significant lifestyle and nutritional changes, highlighting the connection between gut health and overall mental function.

 

She advises against believing negative self-talk and encourages developing a mindful distance from one's thoughts to foster personal growth and empowerment.

Website: The Holistic Psychologist
Instagram: the.holistic.psychologist

 

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IAM2185 - Sustainable Health and Fitness Coach Shares the Happiness of Being Healthy and Fit

In this episode, we have Marcus Watts, a former professional basketball player. He stands at 6’8”, 240 pounds. Marcus Watts became a sustainable health and fitness coach and has been a vegan. 

He ended his pro career in 2011 and opened his first gym in 2013 and his second gym in 2016. 

 

Marcus now operates Watts Guy Fitness primarily online, allowing him to reach a broader audience. 

 

He emphasizes the importance of human connection and genuine interactions in building trust with clients.

 

Marcus promotes a 14-day free program to help improve audience engagement and convert leads into customers.

 

He highlights the importance of progress over perfection, effective delegation, and maintaining genuine connections in building a successful business.

Website: The Watts Guy Fitness
Facebook: The Watts Guys
Instagram: thewattsguy
Plant-based Health Group: The Vegan Transition

 

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IAM2184 - The Three Main Questions to Ask, for Effective Content Creation

Gresham Harkless identifies the target audience and the importance of knowing where to connect with them.

 

Gresham explains the three main questions for effective content creation, likening it to baking, and discusses balancing personal vs. business-focused content in social media.

 

Gresham covers the need for visibility and thought leadership through content creation, and establishing authority and credibility in business relationships.

 

He explains content re-purposing and its effectiveness in maximizing reach across platforms.

 

Gresham’s primary website (where you can find links to all of his services and resources).

Blue 16 Media

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You Are a Media Company

Business Pillar: Visibility

 

Episode Link: Bizzbee Solutions

 

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IAM2183 - Understanding the Content You Create to Gain Attention for your Business - Part 2

In this second part of the special episode, Gresh highlights the importance of high-quality content and effective SEO strategies are emphasized.

Gresh shares insights on creating 'sticky' content through blogs and videos, and discusses the benefits of being featured on other media platforms to support the eight business pillars his content focuses on.

He highlights the value of targeting niche markets, maintaining consistent content publishing, and leveraging off-page SEO strategies such as backlinks from reputable sources.

The episode underlines the importance of understanding keywords, utilizing meta descriptions, and ensuring web content accessibility while building a long-term SEO strategy. Practical advice on SEO and content creation for small businesses is provided throughout the discussion.

 

Gresham’s primary website (where you can find links to all of his services and resources).

Blue 16 Media

CEO Podcasts

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Business Pillar: Visibility

 

Episode Link: Tech with Heart

 

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IAM2182 - Understanding the Content You Create to Gain Attention for your Business - Part1

In this episode, Gresh discusses the importance of understanding target audiences and explains that all businesses are essentially media companies in the digital landscape and emphasizes the importance of understanding Google for effective SEO.

 

Gresh discusses the significance of identifying relevant keywords beyond just business names.

 

He highlights the need for local businesses to optimize for specific locations. This approach can uncover numerous search opportunities.

 

Gresham’s primary website (where you can find links to all of his services and resources).

Blue 16 Media

CEO Podcasts

CEO Blog Nation

You Are a Media Company

 

Business Pillar: Visibility 

 

Episode Link: Tech with Heart

 

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IAM2181 - Emphasizing the Importance of Identifying Target Markets for Effective Marketing

Gresham Harkless provides a brief history of his digital marketing company and explains how networking helped him realize the potential of his skills in web design and marketing.

 

Gresham emphasizes the importance of identifying target markets for effective marketing and provides an overview of Search Engine Optimization and its significance for online visibility.

 

Gresham highlights the necessity of having a mobile-friendly website and the role of social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook in business communication and marketing.

 

Gresham’s primary website (where you can find links to all of his services and resources).

Blue 16 Media

CEO Podcasts

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Business Pillar: Visibility 

Episode Link: This is a talk from 2017 for a group called 100 Entrepreneurs Project

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