Success Profiles Radio

Clint Arthur was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. We talked about how he helps his clients get booked for interviews on local and national TV shows to promote their books, live events, coaching programs, or anything else they offer to the world. We discussed how he started out by paying a publicist $1500 per interview booked, then realized he could do it himself. Eventually, he ended up booking himself on the "Today Show", and "Good Morning America". He then started teaching others how they can do the same thing and created Celebrity Launchpad--a live event where he teaches people how to do this and spend time doing real pitches with real producers on live TV shows. Clint also shared success stories of people who completed his course and have gone on to get bookings on major TV shows all across the country, and how anyone can do it as well with the right training. You can listen to the show anytime on www.successprofilesradio.com You can also download and subscribe to Success Profiles Radio fo

Shannon Graham was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He is the author of the book "The Revelation of Self" and creator of the Ultimate Lifestyle Intensive, which is a 2 day intense coaching program. He takes you through your business and helps you clarify exactly how to take your life and business to the next level. We discussed the concepts of identity and purpose, and how that impacts the choices we make and how successful we ultimately become. We also talked about creating time and money freedom, and the choices that take you there. We also talked about leveraging time, the importance of mindset, the concept of charging what you are worth in your business, and increasing your customer base. For this and so much more, listen anytime at www.successprofilesradio.com You can also download and subscribe to Success Profiles Radio for free on iTunes.

Randy Sutton was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He is a retired police officer who has written several books and appeared on the TV show "Cops", as well as a number of movies including "Casino", "Fools Rush In", and "Miss Congeniality". We discussed a couple of life-changing moments including 9/11 that really changed his overall purpose and mission. His goal is to help others understand the importance of creating a legacy for themselves and their families. We also talked about the importance of integrity, making split-second decisions, dealing with many types of people, and how that applies to all of us, as well as how a positive mindset can affect your day. This is especially in a career such as law enforcement where decisions can have a life or death consequence. You can download and subscribe to Success Profiles Radio for free anytime on iTunes. You can also hear any episode of the show at www.successprofilesradio.com for free.

Bishal Sarkar was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He is the author of the book "I Love Public Speaking: How To Communicate With Excellence". We discussed why people are afraid to speak in front of others and what to do about it, as well as the personal and professional benefits of doing so. It can be the gateway to increased confidence, more exposure for your business, and larger sales. We also talked about organizations that offer opportunities to learn speaking in a safe environment, how Bishal does his live events, how he attracts students to his coaching program, the process of writing his book, and his audio course. You can listen to the show anytime at www.successprofilesradio.com or you can download and subscribe to Success Profiles Radio for free on iTunes.

Tom Oliver was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He returns for a second time to discuss his book "Nothing Is Impossible". We talked about how worldwide brands such as Google and Apple create iconic brand identity. We also talked about the 7 steps to creating a successful life, as well as how creative people get their best ideas. In addition, we talked about how to create abundance and break away for a scarcity mentality. Finally, we discussed how to create a world-class network while starting with no cash and no contacts. Tom has grown his network to include Richard Branson and the Dalai Lama, and we talked about how he met both of them as well as the lessons he learned while talking with them. You can listen to the show anytime at www.successprofilesradio.com and you can download and subscribe to Success Profiles Radio on iTunes for free anytime.

David Long was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He talked about how he had gotten fired from his job and lost everything, making it necessary to move himself and his family back to live with his parents. From there, he started a company that now generates over $8 million per year in revenues. He is the author of the book "Built to Lead - 7 Management R.E.W.A.R.D.S. Principles for Becoming a Top 10% Manager”. We talked about why managers fail to engage their employees and the causes of turnover in companies, as well as ways to minimize it. We also talked about how he uses book clubs in his business to develop his employees and creating a team environment. In addition, we talked about the importance of masterminding with liked-minded people to create success, and the importance of building leaders within our company. You can hear the show at www.successprofilesradio.com or you can download and subscribe to Success Profiles Radio for free on iTunes.

Dr Will Moreland was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. We talked about this new book "Copycat Millionaire: The 21 Laws To Becoming A Millionaire". We talked about how he overcame his difficult childhood and learned valuable leadership lessons in the US Army that have served him ever since. Some of the concepts we discussed include providing massive value to the marketplace. developing strategic partnerships, mindset mastery, and creating systems to leverage and automate your business. You can hear the show at www.successprofilesradio.com anytime You can also download and subscribe to Success Profiles Radio on iTunes for free anytime.

Tom Ziglar was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. We talked about what it was like having Zig Ziglar as his Dad, as well as how he got started in the Ziglar Corporation, working his way up from the warehouse all the way to the top of the organization. In particular, we talked about the book "Born To Win" which he co-authored with his father. Tom talked about planning to win, preparing to win, and expecting to win, and how all of those elements are intertwined. We also discussed how to achieve lasting success, how to find a burning desire when you feel stick in a rut, why people block their own potential, and how to recognize opportunities. For this and so much more, listen anytime at www.successprofilesradio.com You can also download and subscribe to Success Profiles Radio for free on iTunes

Sharon Lechter was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. She is the author of the book "Think and Grow Rich for Women". We talked about her work with the Napoleon Hill Foundation, as well as her previous work with the Rich Dad corporation. We discussed how women can own their power, the idea behind "having it all", and women's increased influence in business, politics, and more. We also discussed the importance of masterminds, the role of faith in success, and how fear holds us back from being our very best. We also discussed the importance of financial literacy for people of all ages whether young or old. You can hear the show at www.successprofilesradio.com or you can download and subscribe to the show for free on iTunes.

Ron Klein, inventor of the magnetic credit card strip, was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He is also responsible for creating the MLS listing system for the real estate industry, as well as the automated bond quotation system for the NYSE. We talked about how he was from a family that encouraged creativity and problem solving skills. In addition, we talked about seeing opportunity and acting on it quickly, as well as seeing everything as a challenge and not a frustration. It enables us to see difficult situations more productively. We also talked about the value of making mistakes, whereas many people dislike making them. Ron discussed specific examples of how he turned mistakes into something very profitable and productive. You can download and subscribe to Success Profiles Radio for free anytime on iTunes. You can also hear the show at www.successprofilesradio.com anytime.

Brian Smith, Founder of UGG Boots, was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. We talked about how he was an accountant for 10 years prior to starting his company, and hated it. His original goal was to find a hot product in the USA and introduce it to Australia, but when he realized no one in the USA was wearing sheepskin boots, his goals changed. We talked about the difficulites and challenges involved in creating a market where no one perceived it to exist. We also talked about how perseverance was a huge component in his success, as well as trusting others, being at peace and embracing uncertainty, brand alignment, and how he had to continually get investor funding to keep UGG going in the most difficult moments. You can hear the show at www.successprofilesradio.com You can also download and subscribe to the show for free on iTunes for free anytime.

Debbie Allen was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. She has been a lifelong entrepreneur, has written six bestselling books, and managed to be interviewed by Howard Stern while keeping her clothes on! We discussed her book "The Highly Paid Expert", where we discussed how to take your area of expertise and create a brand and multiple sources of income. We also discussed case studies of clients she has worked with where her step-by-step method of creating an expert empire has worked. In addition, we talked about re-inventing your business when things get very difficult, such as the recent economic downturn, as well as mistakes to avoid when building a business. Finally, we talked about getting major publishers to compete over the rights to publish her book. You can hear the show at www.successprofilesradio.com You can also download and subscribe to the show anytime on iTunes.

Joe White was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He is a speaker, life coach, and seminar leader who incorporates firewalks into his live events. He talked about how he overcame drug and alcohol addiction and then turned his life around after seeing a Tony Robbins infomercial several times and buying his tapes. We talked about some key components to success, and why people don't really change even though their intentions are good. In addition, we talked about the importance of purpose and mission, as well as being part of a mastermind alliance. We also talked about the psychology of the firewalk experience and how that can be used to help us break through self-imposed barriers, as well as his appearance on CNN. Finally, we talked about his greatest influences and the coaching programs that he offers. You can hear the show at www.successprofilesradio.com or you can download and subscribe to the show on iTunes anytime for free.

Heather O'Brien Walker was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. She survived 2 traumatic brain injuries, was told she would never walk again, and had to relearn many of the basic tasks that we all take for granted every day. Only 7 months after her hospitalization, she achieved her goal of walking down the aisle at her wedding on the beach. Her book "Don't Give Up---Get Up!" is her journey that discusses how she overcame improbable odds to walk again and regain her health. We talked about her HELP philosophy which is Help, Encouragement, Love, and Positivity, and how that can have a tremendous impact on all of us. You can listen to the show at www.successprofilesradio.com or you can download and subscribe for free on iTunes.

Michael Drew returned to Success Profiles Radio this week to talk about how to create a best-selling book. He discussed how he got started in the publishing industry, and how he learned that having a book isn't just about the book, but that it is a way to increase revenue n your business and parlay that into more revenue stream opportunities. We also talked about the importance of having an email (or contact) list is to begin this process, and how getting on the best-sellers list can be "orchestrated". Michael also discussed several case studies among his 80+ clients who have been on national best-selling lists and how he helped them sell a huge number of books. We also talked about who would be an ideal client for him to work with. You can download and subscribe to the show anytime on iTunes. You can also listen to any episode at www.successprofilesradio.com

Host Brian K Wright discussed the success paradigm of Dream, Struggle, Victory on this week's edition of Success Profiles Radio. He talked about the importance of being clear about your goal, being willing to struggle and fight for your desired outcome, and only then can victory be rightfully earned. Brian cited several examples of world-class successes who were willing to fail massively before achieving their dream, and their efforts were richly rewarded. He also cautioned against quitting too soon as you may be very close to your goal line without even realizing it. Finally, Brian discussed the 3 most important lessons he learned while surviving a life-threatening illness in the hospital. You can download and subscribe to the show on iTunes for free by searching for Success Profiles Radio. You can also hear any episode of the show at www.successprofilesradio.com

Eric Lofholm was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio, and he is the author of the book "The System". which outlines a methodology for generating leads, setting appointments, building relationships, and converting sales. We discussed how he was in danger of getting fired from his first sales job before seeking a mentor that helped him become #1 in his company and in 2 other companies (including the Tony Robbins organization) before setting out on his own. We discussed many topics, including having a proper mindset to succeed, lead generation, appointment setting, closing the sale effectively, how to ask for referrals, and the best way to do follow up in case your customer doesn't buy the first time. You can hear about these topics and so much more by listening at www.successprofilesradio.com You can also download and subscribe to the show for free on iTunes.

Jeffrey Gitomer was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio for the 100th episode. He is the author of "The Sales Bible" and "21.5 Unbreakable Laws of Selling." During this episode, we talked about having a winning mindset, as well as what separates excellent salespeople from average ones, and how to build a book of business without cold calling. In addition, we discussed how to ask for referrals and when to ask for them (it isn't when you think!) We also talked about winning a sale that does not involve having the lowest price point, and the difference between your brand and your reputation in the marketplace. Finally, we talked about using social media to build business, and whether or not selling is different in a bad economy vs a good economy. You can listen to the show anytime at www.successprofilesradio.com or by subscribing and downloading the show on iTunes.

Scott Lopez was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He has a background as a Marine fighter pilot and world-class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu athlete. We talked about his tenacity in becoming a fighter pilot as he was turned down 3 times before being accepted into the program. We also discussed mental toughness and how world-class performers separate themselves from the middle-class. In addition, we touched on several limiting beliefs that allow world-class people to think and act differently than the rest of the crowd. Finally, we talked about his coaching program and what his process is like when he begins working with new clients. You can hear the show anytime at www.successprofilesradio.com You can also download and subscribe to the show for free on iTunes.

Steve Gamlin was this week's guest on Success Profiles Radio. He is a motivational speaker and author who had a long career in radio and has done stand up comedy. We discussed his jump from a 108 story building and his skydiving experience. One of Steve's passions is performing random acts of kindness, so we talked about some favorite examples of things he has done, including forming a Facebook group page called Beachbum Philanthropy geared toward encouraging others to do the same. In addition, we discussed his motivational books "20 To Life" which is 20 inspirational messages, as well as a book inspired by his dog called "Busting Out Of Your Crate" which carries a similar message about achieving what you want in life. In addition, we talked about vision boards, being willing to fail, and overcoming adversity. You can hear the show anytime at www.successprofilesradio.com or you can download and subscribe for free on iTunes.