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#MeetCoolPeople

We have this amazing technology that keeps us closer than we"ve ever been yet we"re less connected than ever and have become slaves to our technology. The same technology that was meant to be a tool to help us make life easier and be closer. The #MeetCoolPeople Movement is to change that. It"s a reminder to put the phone down and pay attention to the people you"re with right now. It"s a reminder that social media is there to connect and add value to the people of the world. Use it to Promote

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00:41:00

MCP115: From Tel Aviv to Paraguay. Life, Work, and...

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2026/01/28

Why the Most Valuable Business Lessons Come from Getting UncomfortableYou're stuck in the same routine, the same business problems, hoping something will change while refusing to make yourself uncomfortable. Jonathan Shkolnik has lived and worked across three continents. Tel Aviv to Moscow to Paraguay. Each move forced him to adapt and figure out what actually drives growth when you can't rely on familiar patterns. As a business intelligence developer turned VP of Growth at Portali,

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00:14:28

MCP114: Just In Time Learning w/ Ely Delaney

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2026/01/21

Ever feel stuck trying to juggle everything at once and getting nowhere fast? That was the whole focus of today’s solo episode, and honestly, something I’ve battled myself. I kicked things off by exploring why “just in time” learning can save you from drowning in information overload. Most of us try to collect anything and everything, but our brains aren't built for that. Instead, I walked through my own experience writing a new book and the trap of skipping ahead to shiny distractions, like

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00:51:00

MCP113: Avoiding Chaos When Scaling Beyond the Three...

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2026/01/14

How One Entrepreneur Turned Failed Ventures Into a 7-Figure Advisory FirmYou've got a lawyer, an accountant, and a CFO. But they're all speaking different languages, and you're stuck playing translator while trying to run your business. Most founders between $3 million and $10 million hit this wall. Your advisors multiply, but nobody's connecting the dots. Your attorney says one thing, your CFO says another, your tax advisor says a third. Deals fall through because your legal team didn't

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00:39:10

MCP112: Unlocking Financial Independence for...

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2026/01/07

This episode got real about something most people avoid. I sat down with Dr. Matt Markel, a guy who’s gone from entry-level engineer to running multi-billion dollar businesses in tech and defense. We met at the Writer’s Block Symposium and, honestly, I was hooked by his practical take on wealth and success.Matt’s book, “Anti-Preneur,” is small but packs a punch. He’s big on creating assets and shifting your mindset, instead of chasing overnight riches or quitting your job on a whim. Matt

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00:36:40

MCP111: Why Your Website Needs a Story, Not Just a...

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2025/12/31

This episode of the #MeetCoolPeople Podcast was one I couldn’t wait to share. Roger Jorns from Reanimation Design joined me for an honest conversation about websites, business growth, and why every contractor, coach, and consultant needs clarity online.We looked back at our web design roots, trading stories about the days of hand-coding, Netscape Navigator, and Dreamweaver. It’s wild how websites have changed over the years, and Roger Jorns broke down what actually matters now. If you’ve

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00:06:56

MCP109: Why Your Purpose Shapes What You See Every...

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2025/12/24

Hey, it’s Ely with another solo episode of the #MeetCoolPeople Podcast. Today, I wanted to share a quote that always sticks with me: “If you know the way broadly, you will see it in everything.” That’s from Miyamoto Musashi’s Book of Five Rings. It’s really about how focus changes what you notice in your daily life. This topic hits close to home as I reflect on the year. We often hear about the “law of attraction,” but I brought up something far more grounded this time: your reticular

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00:36:42

MCP110: How Market Eminence Can Change Your Business...

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2025/12/17

This episode of #MeetCoolPeople is something I've been looking forward to for a while! I sat down with David Newman, a certified speaking professional, top-ranked podcast host, and author of several books that I've had on my shelf for years. His latest, "Market Eminence," just dropped, and it's a major departure from his previous “Do It” series.David opened up about his decision to unscale his business. He used to run a big team but realized his heart is in being a craftsperson, staying

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00:33:09

MCP108: Overcoming Fear and Making Video Work for...

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2025/12/10

Today’s episode gave me a chance to sit down with Emmy award-winning broadcaster Kerry Barrett. If you’ve ever felt awkward talking on camera, this one’s for you. Kerry Barrett has more than two decades on air, and now guides professionals through looking and sounding confident on camera.We talked candidly about what holds most people back. It’s rarely the tech. It’s that uneasy feeling of speaking to “no one,” or worrying about messing up and freezing mid-sentence. Kerry Barrett was

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00:33:12

MCP107: The Rule of 26 and Why Less Is More in...

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2025/12/03

Today’s #MeetCoolPeople episode features Michael Buzinski. I first met Michael over BBQ in Dallas, and I’m glad we connected and kept in touch.Michael is a US Air Force veteran, bestselling author, host of a top marketing podcast, and the founder of Buzzworthy Strategies. His company helps B2B service firms escape random acts of marketing and build a system that actually drives qualified leads. He shared the difference between “strategy” and “tactics” in marketing, which is something too

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00:37:36

MCP106 Making Media Work For You w/ Lauren Kwedar...

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2025/11/26

Today’s #MeetCoolPeople episode features a great conversation with Lauren Kwedar Cockerell, founder and president of Kwedar & Co. We actually met at an event and hit it off before I learned she was on the panel for podcasters. She’s got a long history in PR, helping B2B companies and purpose-driven leaders tell their stories in clear, honest ways.Lauren breaks down how PR has changed in the last two decades. Think less about faxing press releases, more about crafting thoughtful stories

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00:24:26

MCP105: Practicing Daily Thankfulness and Building...

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2025/11/19

This solo episode is a little different. It’s my birthday week, so I took the mic to reflect on gratitude, milestones, and what truly matters as another year turns."Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom." - Buddhist saying Gratitude gets tossed around a lot in November, but this year I wanted to slow down and dig into what it really means, well beyond a quick “thanks.” I’ve grown a lot personally and professionally, and

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00:37:53

MCP104: Why Strategy Should Come First in Your...

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2025/11/12

Today's #MeetCoolPeople episode brings you a practical marketing chat with Kristi Mitchell. If you've ever found yourself frustrated by marketing, wondering what actually works, this episode is for you.Kristi is a marketing strategist who traded in corporate jargon for clarity. Her focus is pure strategy, helping purpose-driven businesses find their best approach, stop chasing every shiny object, and land on what works for them. One thing that stood out for me is Kristi's analogy of a

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00:33:53

MCP103 Building Your Legacy Through Books w/...

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2025/11/05

Hey there! Today's #MeetCoolPeople episode features Jordan Ring, and I knew this one would be good. Jordan is a ghostwriter, book coach, and development editor who helps leaders, coaches, and founders turn their ideas into legacy-building books. We originally met at the Badass Business Summit, hit it off right away, and set up this conversation to dig into his process and advice.Jordan shared how he got into ghostwriting after years working with audiobook production and book marketing. What

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00:34:19

MCP102: Building Trust Through Vulnerability w/ Craig...

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2025/10/29

Hey, thanks for tuning in to the #MeetCoolPeople Podcast. Today, I sat down with Craig Andrews, and honestly… his story’s got layers. Craig’s a US Marine turned electrical engineer who then designed mobile phones and, finally, built a top marketing agency called Allies For Me. We crossed paths at the Badass Business Summit, and after our first chat, I knew this was someone you should meet.Craig’s got a unique take on marketing. Especially for crowded and commoditized industries. He helps

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00:34:10

MCP101 Setting up Your Team for Success w/ Rex Jones

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2025/10/22

This episode of #MeetCoolPeople gave me a chance to sit down with Rex Jones, founder of On Demand HR in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Rex is the guy you want in your corner if you’re thinking about anything HR for your small business.We covered a lot, including how HR isn’t just for big companies. Even if you’re a solopreneur or have just a handful of employees, setting up good habits now makes every stage of growth easier down the road. Rex kicked things off with the story of how he went from

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00:24:06

MCP100 - My Biggest Takeaways After 100 Meet Cool...

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2025/10/15

Hey there! This episode is a milestone for me ⇒ 100 episodes of #MeetCoolPeople. I went solo for this one to reflect on some of the biggest insights I’ve collected over these first hundred shows. If you’ve been listening for a while, you know these conversations are about more than just meeting interesting folks. They’re about what happens when you bring together people who genuinely care and share openly.I broke down a few common themes that kept popping up. The power of authentic

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00:35:35

MCP099: Cracking the Code To Getting Booked for Over...

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2025/10/08

This week on the #MeetCoolPeople Podcast, I hung out with Brian Hilliard—an author, speaker, and, honestly, one of the most down-to-earth experts on helping speakers get booked that I’ve met.Brian’s done over 400 speaking gigs since launching his business in 2001. He’s figured out how to help other speakers get on stages without giving away big commissions or wasting hours prospecting every day. Instead, he built a process that uses a smart mix of AI, virtual assistants, and his own

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00:37:36

MCP098 From Stuck to Published - Getting Your Book...

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2025/10/01

On this episode of #MeetCoolPeople, I sat down with Brian K. Wright. Brian is a writing coach, radio show host, and publisher of Ultimate Achievers Magazine. If you've ever thought about writing a book, getting on more podcasts, or simply making your expertise stand out, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Brian & I met back in 2022 at the Million Dollar Mastermind event in Dallas (not long before I moved). Brian’s story is all about consistency and building relationships. He’s been

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00:39:35

MCP097 Authentic Storytelling in Business w/ Graham Kuhn

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2025/09/24

Hey there! I had such a good time on this episode of the #MeetCoolPeople Podcast with Graham Kuhn. If you’ve ever wondered how storytelling, video production, and authenticity can work together to boost your business, this one’s for you.Graham is the founder of Focus Films, a video production company in Atlanta. He actually started out studying opera, then spent 20 years performing as a singer, but jokes that he did everything but opera. Eventually, his creativity and interest in stories led

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00:38:12

MCP096 The Ultra Focused Mindset /w Charles Ambrosecchia

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2025/09/17

Hey #MeetCoolPeople listeners! Today I sat down with Charles Ambrosecchia, a guy with a deep background leading IT, telecom, and cybersecurity projects at the enterprise level. What stood out right away is how Charles brings real-world corporate strategy down to small and mid-sized businesses, giving them the stuff big companies rely on, but without the bloat or overwhelm.Charles and I first met at a networking event. Neither of us expected much, but we hit it off over geeky talk (think old

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