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Today we caught up with celebrity photographer, ZAZU. He shares how he got started, how he turns his hustle into income, life on the road with celebrities, and finally a knowledge bomb. 1 – How did you get into photography? Eight or nine months ago, I had come back to the states after my first
Craig Clemens had a rough start to his business career. He was not a natural business leader and struggled to make ends meet. After barely finishing high school and then dropping out of college, Craig was struggling to even afford cheap food. However, out of his hard times, Craig was able to create a successful
Music is universal, and it has the capacity of evoking strong emotional responses from people all over the world. Regardless of where you come from, there is music that can relate to you or you can enjoy. Especially as it pertains to upcoming artists. Mandell is one of those new artists breaking through the scene.
Connections are important to everyone who is trying to get ahead in the business world. How people remember you, who you are in connection with, and even small gestures when meeting someone new can make all the difference. For Ernesto Gaita, he was able to create valuable connections in his life through his numerous jobs
There is nothing in life like being free and able to provide value to the lives of others. This is what entrepreneur and investor Jose Garcia has done with his life–helped fix others’ credit so they can get their dream house or car, and in so doing, improve their lives. Jose Garcia is a 28
Andrew Ragusa wants to provide over 100 families with work and opportunities by 2025 through his real estate brokerage and private equity fund that invests in real estate. He wants to share with these families the support that was given to him by the most important person in his life, his Aunt Lilla. Andrew went
Michael Gould has faced a lot of struggle throughout his life. His life growing up on the Southside of Chicago led to some difficult experiences and hard lifestyles. After dropping out of school before high school and receiving his GED, Michael had a hard time finding a nine to five job that worked for him.
It is hard to keep up with trends. Technology and interests change incredibly quickly, and as soon as the new gadget is out, the next one is on its way. The internet and its ever changing ways may seem like a hard place to create a business, but Steve Ridzyowski has made a name for
Across the nation, businesses are closing at a record pace as entire industries remain closed to contain COVID-19. Some companies have pivoted rapidly to manufacturing goods or providing services specifically related to the crisis, including several distilleries that have shifted from alcohol production to manufacturing hand sanitizer. But closing (either temporarily or permanently) or shifting
Many of us think of the real estate industry as a volatile industry to get involved in. It is a place where success is rarely determined by the person, but rather the market that surrounds housing. In addition, what little we know about flipping houses comes down to location of the property, but how can
A no-fluff breakdown of real 2026 podcast production costs — gear tiers, software, editing, hosting, and what branded shows actually pay per episode.
Jeffrey A. Smith of JASCO Solutions, LLC & Companies, is a leading real estate owner/broker in the real estate industry. Smith first obtained his real estate license at age 19. Four years later, with just $1500 in seed money, he founded JASCO Realtors®, a full service real estate brokerage firm that became licensed in Tennessee
Entrepreneur and businessman Mark Atalla is back, this time with a brand new book, “Money Matters: World’s Leading Entrepreneurs Reveal Their Top Tips To Success (Real Estate Vol.2 – Edition 3)”. Renowned in the real estate world for his innovation in the industry, Mark is opening up about what it takes to make it in
Today we caught up with Adam Nessim, entrepreneur and a medical student at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Adam’s journey includes balancing med school at a top university and still having the time to follow his entrepreneurial dream, The Premed Consultants. He’s full of great advice and inspiration for others who may want to follow
Herman Dolce had always dreamed of having his own company and achieving financial freedom. This was his take on the American Dream–which is different for every person. For some it is to migrate to the United States and start from zero, or being able to grow in the corporate world. For Herman Dolce, a first
If you worked for the eleventh best restaurant in the world, would you give it all up to start another business? This is what Josh Roelofs did when he and his brother started their own business in their hometown. Though a chef’s way of life has many benefits, Josh wanted something different for his career.
Most entrepreneurs in today’s severely-competitive market are thinking about how to achieve a breakthrough and accelerate business growth. The reality is, to speed up the performance of the business, one needs to focus on the roots that impact the outcome, and to attain breakthrough, transformation is needed in four key areas that encompass strategy, systems,
When it comes to choosing wireless headphones, the amount of options can be overwhelming. Even the most generic wireless headphones have a wide range of variety that can leave the buyer stumped on which brand to choose. Cre8 Sounds is here to offer you a different kind of wireless headphones experience that moves away from
To say that things are changing rapidly is an understatement. Everyday, various catalysts change the way people view their surroundings, react to things, and live their lives. Driven mainly by easy access to information, especially those on social media, the fast-paced transformation that our world is going through has given rise to a new kind
Recently we spoke with Now Entertainment founder, Tony M. Fountain and asked him to share his journey from growing up in a small town to becoming a major player in the entertainment industry. Here’s what he shared… Q1.) What is your background? Tony M Fountain: I grew up in the small town of Gordon, Ga.
The events that occur in childhood have the potential to determine the rest of one’s life. Many children suffer traumatizing experiences that may affect their futures. Others experience challenges that are not quite as severe as trauma but still impede growth. It takes a certain kind of person to understand the full scope of this
Sometimes people find their true passion by chance. Often people think that there is a path for them to follow, but once in it they are forced another way and find out that there was something else meant for them. This is the case of Tavion Maulstby (aka Tee The Barber), who was working as
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the tourism industry has been widely impacted. Only essential travel has survived–with multiple airlines and train carriers taking big hits. This also affects travel agencies and trip planners, as well as the countries with economies dependent on tourism. But in the middle of the crisis, many people have
Most successful businesses and projects are led by pairs or groups of people who work very well together. Having a good relationship between the business partners facilitates all planning and managing, leading to better results in the long term. This is the case when it comes to the people behind the successful photography business Graphiking
Bag&bones, an innovative neon art label was founded by Gigi Foyle, alongside her Irish-based sister Cavanagh. Playful text, whimsical slogans, and pop-art style graphics characterise the stylish label. Fans all over the world are lusting after bag&bones’ beautifully simple and uplifting designs. Gigi and Cavanagh Foyle stepped away from their original careers to set up
K-pop is one of these genres that’s broadly known and easy to identify, but quite tricky to define. Technically, its definition allows for a blend of just about any ‘conventional’ styles, from classical to electronic, in any quantities. At the heart of it, though, most people think of K-pop as South Korea’s take on Western
There are few individuals as creative, loving, and genuine as Daniel Habif. Habif, the Mexican entrepreneur, content creator and motivational speaker who has been featured in many important events such as the Live Aid for Venezuela in February 2019, has spoken at major forums such as TEDx, Mexico’s Senate of the Republic and the recent
Entrepreneurs Jerry and Sherri Nourse have built their multifaceted business, Ambition Media, from the ground up. They run a full service social media firm that builds brands, builds and manages social media campaigns, runs influencer marketing campaigns and social media ad campaigns. They create social media content, video content, and develop brands as a whole
Justin Kan is a serial entrepreneur and investor who famously cofounded Justin.tv and Twitch.tv, the latter of which he sold to Amazon for a sum close to a $1B. He is also a partner at Y Combinator. In this interview, I tried to pick his brain and learn more about him. Hey Justin, it’s an honor to have you
Everything starts with a dream. Geri Corosteni is a Singer. youth who knew deep in his heart that one day he’d take off in music. Back when he was 13, after a flurry of singing competitions and recitals, Geri joined the Fole Publishing, further polishing his skills. He eventually set off on his own and
Wait what? Tell me about what you’re shutting down? And why? Marc Angelo Coppola: For years I have used the guise of running a marketing agency as an economic engine for me to learn what it takes to build a real movement but now that I have learnt so much about how storytelling is done
Entrepreneurs create and establish a company that they’re proud of. But what role does personal selling play here? Many founders stow away without becoming the face of their company, but customers are acknowledging more than ever the efforts of leaders who share a space, and it’s translating to sales. While strengthening trust is the core
Often, the main message of writers and motivational speakers revolves around the idea of self-improvement. We’re supposed to review our life and identify our problem areas, ranging from the internal ones, like self-esteem, to external issues such as unstable finances or dysfunctional family life. We learn that sources of stress are most often to blame
As the climate and culture of today’s world races to innovate with technology, the luxury watch industry has remained relatively unchanged. Hannu Siren, CEO of Aventi Watch, looks to challenge the world of haute horology. Future Sharks: You seem very comfortable with the business of watchmaking, tell us your personal history with horology. Hannu Siren:
Are you looking to expand and grow your business exponentially? Or do you want to take your business to the next level? Or are you looking to improve your lead sources or perhaps find out what sections of your business are scalable? If this is you and you have struggled to get your deals to
YouTube has millions of content creators, but only few have been able to stand out the way Ralph Smart has been able to. The founder and creator of the channel Infinite Waters (Deep Diving), Ralph has amassed a huge following, catapulting himself among the ranks of the most successful YouTubers. His amazing achievements include being
Clutter not just destroys the beauty of a house but also clutters the minds of people living in. After a tiring day at work, a bedroom is a place where one aims to relax and what could be better than an aesthetically clean bedroom. Closets play a significant role in organizing a room. Pioneers and
If you ask any entrepreneur what they would deem to be a good opening couple of years for their start-up, they’d probably have their aims solely on breaking even. If you ask that question to Lee Whitbread, however, the answer would be a whole lot more ambitious and with good reason. Whitbread isn’t your standard
Athleticism, unbeknownst to many, is not limited to optimum physical condition and prowess. Rather, it’s multi-faceted, spanning across different disciplines, such as a healthy diet and increased mental capacity. One person who is introducing and balancing these facets for up-and-coming and veteran athletes is Dr. Julius “Ju” Hearn, who created the High IQ Academy, a
Many call 2020 the start of the decade of women. The next ten years are meant for women to continue growing their potential and succeeding in multiple areas, including business. To help achieve this, the iconic Elena Cardone is launching 10X Ladies. 10X Ladies is a conference designed for women who want it all. It
Facing failure as an entrepreneur can be devastating. It hurts. You just lost your baby that you spent a year working on and nobody will get how it feels. How do you pick yourself up, and move forward? Fahed Al Essa is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of Dala Wellness based in San Francisco,
Many ambitious entrepreneurs dream of building a six or seven-figure business, but many are still asking, “how does one achieve this?” Building a brand or business may not come overnight. Sometimes, it needs great patience and persistence. It is worth noting that patience is not about doing nothing. However, it is about regularly doing everything
Any event that gets you in a close call with death can quickly help you acknowledge the real meaning and value of being alive. After facing such circumstances, people generally start making the best of their lives and live it to the fullest. Surviving a plane crash in December of 1995 made Jarrett Schanzer understand
As men’s fashion industry becomes more exploratory, designers are taking a leap into men’s jewelry segment that breaks the stereotype. From marbled signet ring and rhodium-plated bracelets to hoop earrings and diamond-studded pendants, a new breed of modern jewelry designers and brands are creating exclusive pieces that are in no way an afterthought. The trend
They say you should never meet your heroes, but actress Kate Katzman has found this isn’t true. Throughout her career as an actress, she has met legendary actors and has grown as a performer. Kate worked with Robert De Niro in the upcoming film The Comeback Trail, in which she plays a female movie director alongside other
Living in this world of fashion and trends, people from all around the globe want to stay up-to-date with the latest styles. There are people who want to keep up with the trend. But there are also few who wish to set the trend and change the face of fashion. Santino LoConte is the founder
Success is a formula that requires a certain set of ingredients. The combination of these ingredients AND the knowledge of how these ingredients go together is required to make an excellent dish. Dennis Agalli is a Future Shark and serial entrepreneur who has repeatedly created success by using these ingredients and recipe over and over
With technology innovating at an exponential rate, and the digital landscape gaining influence over seemingly every aspect of our lives, it’s clear the world is moving at a faster rate than ever before. To keep up, one must be on their A-game at all times when it comes to productivity—whether in their professional lives, at
