E3C: The Passionate Entrepreneur

SPEC Talk Radio: NBAI Investor Forum Company Review

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 14:49:29 GMT

SPEC Talk Radio: These companies have been selected to present at the upcoming NBAI Investor Forum. We will hear from these market makers about the spark of innovation that led to their creating unique solutions for their targeted markets. Valtx, Worthpoint, Cognitive Code, Teen Alive USA, and ApoImmune. Learn about these companies at http://www.launchfn.com/id172.html Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Get your 5 Free Investor Tips Now! Go to www.getinvestormoney.com To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Check out these investment websites: www.kugarandholdings.com, www.launchfn.com, www.nbai.net, www.kyrmedia.com, www.myvirtualangelworld.com, www.entrepreneurblogspace.com and www.getinvestormoney.com

Conversation with Investor Prince Mahdi Al-Senussi of Washington Investment Capital

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:21:38 GMT

His Royal Highness Prince Mahdi Al-Senussi, member of the Al-Senussi Royal Family and leading financial advisor to the Middle East, is a co-founding member and manager of Washington Investment Capital and has a long and distinguished career in private and investment banking. He has structured and negotiated investments totaling over several million dollars and has been highly successful deploying investment capital yielding an above average annual rate of return. Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up!

Create Your Web Presence With InBound Marketing!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 12:26:45 GMT

The world has changed. How we communicate is changing. The old traditional methods: cold calling, direct mail marketing, advertising and trade shows are less effective today. Cutting edge companies are adapting! Are you? The key to success is to attract prospective buyers and not try to sell them! New methods like blogs, podcasts, webinars, news releases, articles, and social networking are the answer! Mike Volpe of HubSpot (www.hubspot.com) talks how entrepreneurs can embrace this new technology! Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

E3C Connect Meeting Audio Recording for August 26, 2008!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:14:52 GMT

Are you successful entrepreneur searching for more? Do you desire to learn more ideas and strategies to achieve greater profitability? Do you want to meet and connect with other entrepreneurs from other diverse growth-oriented industries? Do you need more referrals? Is it too difficult to attend networking or educational meetings due to your busy schedule? This program is for entrepreneurs who want to create more referral opportunities for their business and learn more about other business owners in various industries. This forum creates an atmosphere that encourages participants to support each other in their business. It is efficient, productive, cost effective and ONLINE!! Participants are able to introduce themselves, share their passion, describe their business and educate others about what makes them special! It is divided into five sessions that includes: establishing a personal connection, sharing client experiences, finding client opportunities, great gate openers and defining your uniqueness. Dr Robert Joseph (Technology Guru) GluLife www.glulife.com www.cybernetkids.com Norma Stanley (Public Relations) NFS Communications and Publishing Inc. www.nfscommwriter.com Elizabeth Atkins (Author, Journalist & Speaker) www.theblissreport.com and www.elizabethatkins.com Shauna Smith (Real Estate) Outreach Property Solutions www.Rent2OwnInGa.com Ethan Kwame’ (Graphic Design Specialist) E.K. Allen www.ekallen.com Dargan Burns III (Condominium Rentals) Corporate Housing of Atlantic Station www.atlanticstation-condo.com Anthony Kellum (Author, Speaker & Housing Consultant) Kellum Group anthony@kellumgroup.com www.kellumgroup.com Kenneth Brown (Chief Profitability Officer - Sales & Profit Evangelist) E3C www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com www.my-business-community.com www.E3C.podOmatic.com www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com www.E3C.typepad.com Are you interested in joining us at our next session? We meet online every Tuesday from 8am to 9am! Invitation only! Please submit your request ASAP! We would love to hear from you! Sign-up: http://www.my-business-community.com/pages/events/mbc-connect-weekly-announcement.php

E3C and The Alternative Board Launches Online Coaching and Peer Advisory Service for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 02:36:37 GMT

Looking for new ideas and strategies? Need a second opinion? Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Here is a new opportunity for you! Host Elizabeth Atkins -- bestselling author, writing coach, journalist and speaker (www.ElizabethAtkins.com) (www.theblissreport.com) invites two accomplished and fascinating business owners to announce a new exciting and unique alliance! The Alternative Board (TAB) (www.TAB-NEAtlanta.com) and E3C (www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com) are launching an online individual, group coaching and peer advisory service for business owners and passionate entrepreneurs! RC Wong and Kenneth Brown talk about their new endeavor and how it will benefit everyone who owns a thriving business! All interested companies who join within the next 30 days, will receive a company profit assessment, complete business review and an invitation to join an online networking session that has connected over 445 business owners and entrepreneurs this year! Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate!

SPEC Talk Radio: "Can YOU Raise a Million Dollars?" Business Plan Competition

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 19:09:05 GMT

Did you hear about the exciting "Can You Raise a Million Dollars Business?" Business Plan Competition! Got a lot of questions? Are you wondering.... How is this contest different from everything else LAUNCHfn does? Why a contest now? What is the criteria to win the contest? What do I get if I win? Is there any consolation prize if I don't win? How do I enter? How long until I know if I win? Will I raise a Million Dollars if I Win??!! Listen and Call in with your Questions: Karen Rands, SPEC Talk Radio Host, LAUNCHfn President, and Contest Judge will be live, answering your questions. Competition info: www.findinvestorcapital.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Get your 5 Free Investor Tips Now! Go to www.getinvestormoney.com To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Check out these investment websites: www.kugarandholdings.com, www.launchfn.com, www.nbai.net, www.kyrmedia.com, www.myvirtualangelworld.com, www.entrepreneurblogspace.com and www.getinvestormoney.com

Seven Ideas To Creatively Promote Your Business!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:15:37 GMT

Consumers are bombarded with over 3,000 messages everyday! People are tuning off advertising! So, how do you reach your target market without spending a lot of money? John Gallagher of The Promo Shop shares his ideas and insights. (www.ThePromoShop.com) Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

SPEC Talk Radio - Mitigating Risk for Investors

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:32:15 GMT

Southeast Private Equity Community (SPEC) talk radio will explore key strategies and insights on how investors can mitigate risk with early stage investments. Yes Virginia, there are ways to mitigate risk with early stage private investments. Karen Rands interviews experts and they share their insights. As usual a lively discussion will ensue. Special guests include: Kenneth Brown (www.bettersalesandprofitsnow.com), Kevin Hansville (www.quadrantgroup.biz), Allen Tansil (www.handler.com) Andrew Windham (www.insurancegeorgia.com) Frank Koperda (www.nextgendc.com) Michael Horton (www.hortoncc.com). Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Get your 5 Free Investor Tips Now! Go to www.getinvestormoney.com To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Check out these investment websites: www.kugarandholdings.com, www.launchfn.com, www.nbai.net, www.kyrmedia.com, www.myvirtualangelworld.com, www.entrepreneurblogspace.com and www.getinvestormoney.com

E3C Connect Meeting Audio Recording for August 12, 2008

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:39:18 GMT

Are you successful entrepreneur searching for more? Do you desire to learn more ideas and strategies to achieve greater profitability? Do you want to meet and connect with other entrepreneurs from other diverse growth-oriented industries? Do you need more referrals? Is it too difficult to attend networking or educational meetings due to your busy schedule? This program is for entrepreneurs who want to create more referral opportunities for their business and learn more about other business owners in various industries. This forum creates an atmosphere that encourages participants to support each other in their business. It is efficient, productive, cost effective and ONLINE!! Participants are able to introduce themselves, share their passion, describe their business and educate others about what makes them special! It is divided into five sessions that includes: establishing a personal connection, sharing client experiences, finding client opportunities, great gate openers and defining your uniqueness. Dr Robert Joseph (Technology Guru) GluLife www.glulife.com www.cybernetkids.com Norma Stanley (Public Relations) NFS Communications and Publishing Inc. www.nfscommwriter.com Jerry Thomas (Art Advisor & Dealer) Jerry Thomas Arts www.jerrythomasarts.com Elizabeth Atkins (Author, Journalist & Speaker) www.theblissreport.com and www.elizabethatkins.com David Bullock (Online Business Development) www.davidbullock.com Greg Adams (Health & Fitness Life Style) Your Day Etc www.YourDayEtc.com Larryette Kyle-DeBose (Real Estate Investor, Author) www.bjsone.com www.aarealestateguide.com www.businessjumpstartpromoter.com Kenneth Brown (Chief Profitability Officer - Sales & Profit Evangelist) E3C www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com www.my-business-community.com www.E3C.podOmatic.com www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com www.E3C.typepad.com Are you interested in joining us at our next session? Invitation only! Please submit your request ASAP! We would love to hear from you! Sign-up: http://www.my-business-community.com/pages/events/mbc-connect-weekly-announcement.php

SPEC Talk Radio - Building the Perfect Board To Attract Investors!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:02:18 GMT

Board of Advisors and Directors can be critical to the success of a company...in attracting investors and maintaining investor confidence. Karen Rands interviews experts in this field. Famed Author, Calvin K. Clemons (www.theperfectboard.com and www.clemonsmgmt.com), Industry Expert, Marjorie Singley-Hall (www.aboveboardadvisors.com) and Rona Wells (www.boardddirectorsnetwork.org) And as usual a lively discussion will ensue. Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Get your 5 Free Investor Tips Now! Go to www.getinvestormoney.com To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Check out these investment websites: www.kugarandholdings.com, www.launchfn.com, www.nbai.net, www.kyrmedia.com, www.myvirtualangelworld.com, www.entrepreneurblogspace.com and www.getinvestormoney.com Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music

Conversation with Multi-Millionaire Mike Roberts

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:17:24 GMT

Mike Roberts shares his insights on business success. Mr Roberts and his brother, Steve own 72 companies and have over 1,000 employees! Their holdings include real estate, communications, hotels, radio stations and power companies. Mike has a new book, "Action Has No Season" . Mike's business philosophy for the 21st century is simple yet concrete. It is a breakthrough in thinking about how entrepreneurs can control their success or failure. Michael V. Roberts, a self-made multi-millionaire, is a highly sought after public speaker and lecturer. Among his more acclaimed appearances are: The Harvard Business School AASU, St. Louis University School of Business, Morehouse College, The National Minority Supply and Purchasing Council, and The Lawyers Association. Check out Michael Roberts website: www.MichaelVRoberts.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

SPEC Talk Radio Interviews Exciting Companies from the NBAI July Event!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 14:57:39 GMT

Karen Rands and SPEC Talk Radio showcased three exciting companies recently presented at an NBAI Private Equity Forum on August 30th! This is an opportunity for investors to hear first hand about a hot new, growing company and for other entrepreneurs to learn from others that are leading the way in building successful business models. Karen Rands interviews Keith Strykula, WealthNotes www.wealth-notes.com, Danny Wilson, Light Media Holdings www.invaluablemedia.com, Tony Erwin, investor, Skyrocket Financial www.skyrocketfinancial.com and Andrew Mathieson, Fintura corporation, www.fintura.com To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Get your 5 Free Investor Tips Now! Go to www.getinvestormoney.com To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Check out these investment websites: www.kugarandholdings.com, www.launchfn.com, www.nbai.net, www.kyrmedia.com, www.myvirtualangelworld.com, www.entrepreneurblogspace.com and www.getinvestormoney.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music

ABCs of Corporate Boards!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:06:31 GMT

Would you know what to do if you found yourself sitting on a board of directors for the first time? If you’re like many Americans today, this scenario is more likely than you may think. Once solely considered a tool of the corporate world, boards of directors have infiltrated the life of the average citizen. Each rely on the decision-making prowess of board members to keep them running smoothly. Association management expert and author Calvin K. Clemons says it is imperative for a new board member to be aware of the mechanics, etiquette and leadership skills that go along with being on a board of directors. He is the founder and president of Clemons & Associates, Inc., an association management company in Baltimore. And has over 30 years experience as an association management executive, Clemons provides expert advice on topics such as how to handle public scrutiny, managing conflicts of interest and maintaining honesty and diversity on a board. Calvin has written a book called: The Perfect Board! In the book, he reveals tips, strategies and techniques necessary to become a successful member of a board of directors, whether you’re an aspiring director or a seasoned professional! Check out his websites: www.ThePerfectBoard.com and www.clemonsmgmt.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

SPEC Talk Radio Entrepreneur, Capital and Success!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 16:04:32 GMT

SPEC Talk Radio continues with showcasing interesting entrepreneurs raising capital and key service providers who help companies succeed. Part 1: Ken Burnt, of Accountabilities - will discuss how he helps entrepreneurs succeed and in managing cashflow, reporting, and growth issues like payroll. Part 2: Exciting emerging growth companies. To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Get your 5 Free Investor Tips Now! Go to www.getinvestormoney.com To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Check out these investment websites: www.kugarandholdings.com, www.launchfn.com, www.nbai.net, www.kyrmedia.com, www.myvirtualangelworld.com, www.entrepreneurblogspace.com and www.getinvestormoney.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music

Barack Obama Embraces the Power of the Internet: Sales Lessons for Small Business!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 15:08:33 GMT

The Passionate Entrepreneur Commentary: The presumptive Democratic Presidential nominee has truly embraced Internet technology! Barack Obama won primaries in Iowa, North Dakota and Montana! His campaign raised over $300 million dollars during the primary Democratic campaign! He defeated well known U.S. Senator Hillary Clinton! By using social media and web 2.0 tools, Barack connected with millions of potential democratic voters and raised millions of dollars. How did he do it? Why was he so successful? How does this relate to you and your business? Check out Brent Leary's (www.BrentLeary.com) Slide Presentation: www.slideshare.net/bleary/barack-obamas-social-media-lesson-to-small-businesses Check out Brent Leary and David Bullock's (www.DavidBullock.com)Webinar -- Part 1: http://www.barack20.com/Barack_Pt1.htm Part 2: http://www.barack20.com/Barack_Pt2.htm Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

Do You Have A Cyber Net Kid?

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 13:34:26 GMT

Dr Robert Joseph (www.GluLife.com) talks about his new program, CyberNetKids. This innovative program support children learning critical information and media literacy skills for life in the 21st century. CyberNetKids teach kids how to be full participants in the online world through classes on website creation, Internet research and animation programming. CyberNetKids provides students with a safe, online learning environment to practice and refine their new skills. www.cybernetkids.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

What You Need to Know About Writing and Marketing Your Book!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 12:39:47 GMT

It's a competitive marketplace. Whether you want to sell your books through distributors or the back of the room when you speak! Why would somebody want to write a book? What are the keys to success? Should you self-publish your book? What is the business side of writing a book? Elizabeth Atkins is the bestselling author of five novels, including Dark Secret and White Chocolate. She partnered with Billy Dee Williams for Twilight and has ghost written 5 non-fiction books! She helped write the new book, Click by networking guru George Fraser, and Going Full Circle for quadriplegic record company CEO Kenneth Tyson, Jr. Ms Atkins has appeared on featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Montel Williams Show, The Tyra Banks Show, The CBS Evening News, Good Morning America Sunday, and many local TV shows! Elizabeth Atkins will share the do's and don'ts that you must know to become a best selling author. www.theblissreport.com and www.elizabethatkins.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

Seven Success Steps for Promoting Your Business!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 13:32:15 GMT

Raleigh R. Pinskey, President and Founder of Raleigh Communications, specializes in helping business people to create wealth and success thru publicity and communications. Raleigh’s client history includes Sting, Paul McCartney, KISS, Blondie, Herbie Mann, the $5000 Marilyn Monroe Doll, TrimSpa, Callanetics, QLINK and a Great Snake Named Jake! Check out Raleigh's website: www.promoteyourself.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

SPEC Talk Radio - Entrepreneur Showcase & Pitching to Investors

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 04:26:46 GMT

SPEC Talk Radio will delve into the process of pitching to investors in this upcoming segment. You'll hear from experienced entrepreneurs who have raised capital with their pitches, Sally Williamson (www.sallywilliamson.com) who coaches entrepreneurs doing investor pitches, and Allyson Eman (www.ventureatlanta.org), the coordinator for the upcoming Venture Atlanta Forum. Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Get your 5 Free Investor Tips Now! Go to www.getinvestormoney.com To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Check out these investment websites: www.kugarandholdings.com, www.launchfn.com, www.nbai.net, www.kyrmedia.com, www.myvirtualangelworld.com, www.entrepreneurblogspace.com and www.getinvestormoney.com Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music

What Does It Take to Launch a Billion Dollar Company?

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:35:30 GMT

Clovis L. Prince is President and CEO of Prince & Associates, diverse conglomerate of companies in the communications, real estate, hospitality and restaurant industries with revenues approaching $1 billion dollars. Considered one of the pioneers of wireless telecommunications, Prince widened his focus to provide independent communications consultant services throughout the United States and internationally. The company, now operating in multiple offices across the United States, is rapidly becoming a multi-million dollar operation with major clients such as Bechtel, AT&T, Verizon Wireless, Sprint/Nextel, Extended Stay Hotels, Ericsson, Inc., U.S. Cellular, Florida Department of Transportation and others. As Mr. Prince’s vision continued to grow in 2007, Prince & Associates expanded its real estate endeavors to the hospitality industry wherein the company entered into franchise agreements with Intercontinental Hotel Group (IHG) and Choice Hotels for Holiday Inn Express and Comfort Suites hotels in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Mr. Prince further diversified the company in 2007 with the creation of a new restaurant concept called Prince Bistro, a casual American eatery with a projected 11 locations by the end of 2009. Also, the corporation entered into a franchise development agreement with Papa John’s Pizza, as the largest minority-owned franchisee in the United States, with 19 locations in the San Antonio and Houston, Texas markets, to be completed by the end of 2011. (www.princeandassociates.com) Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

The Keys to Attracting and Selecting Star Performers!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 22:02:20 GMT

According to Richard Beatty, author of “Interviewing and Selecting High Performers” he emphasizes how management is presented with few opportunities to exert greater impact on business strategy and organizational results than in the selection of employees. Jeff Fox, Executive Vice President for Smith James and The Mulling Group shares key tips for attracting and selecting star employees and then being sure that you retain them! www.smithjames.com www.mulling.com www.acibn.net/ays/jeff-fox Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

SPEC Talk Radio - Entrepreneurs tell how they raised their investment capital!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:59:27 GMT

SPEC Talk Radio - Entrepreneurs tell how they raised their investment capital! Karen Rands talks with two successful entrepreneurs that about how they successfully raised their angel investor rounds and their strategy and success in raising their second round of financing. First half hour will show case Michael Valverde of Chain Reaction eCommerce (www.creloaded.com) an open source development platform for ecommerce. The second half hour will show case Bill Doyle of Vystar (www.vytex.com) who has successfully developed a new latex process. Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music To get the full list of Free or Near Free resources, go to www.launchfn.com and click on the Information section. Get your 5 Free Investor Tips Now! Go to www.getinvestormoney.com Check out these investment websites: www.kugarandholdings.com, www.launchfn.com, www.nbai.net, www.kyrmedia.com, www.myvirtualangelworld.com, www.entrepreneurblogspace.com and www.getinvestormoney.com

J. C. Watts Launches The Black News Network!

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 03:57:53 GMT

J.C. Watts Jr., is a former Congressman from Oklahoma and the chairman of the J.C. Watts Companies, a multi-industry holding company headquartered in Washington, DC, with operations in Texas, Oklahoma, and South Korea. Now, he is launching The Black News Network (BTNC)! What is his vision and mission for BTNC? What impact will this have on America? Does the African American community really need its own 24-hour news channel? What is the business opportunity in network news? (www.BTNC.tv)(www.jcwatts.com) Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

How Does Your Financial DNA Impact Your Business?

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:42:29 GMT

Hugh Massie is a Financial Behavior Consultant who provides wealth mentoring and business advisory services to help people balance their life and money through greater human behavioral awareness. Hugh believes that a individual must have a greater understanding who they are to maximize her potential in life. Hugh is the author of “Financial DNA® – Discovering Your Unique Financial Personality for a Quality Life” Hugh is the "Chief Thought Officer" and President of Financial DNA Resources which is an international financial behavior consulting business based in Atlanta GA. Since its establishment in 2003 Financial DNA Resources has so far started operations in 8 countries. Financial DNA Resources currently licenses the Financial DNA Discovery Process to a worldwide network of over 1500 advisors and large financial services firms, fund managers, boutique wealth management firms, family offices, accountants and attorneys. Check out Hugh's website: www.FinancialDNA.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

What Is Your Brand?

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 14:27:02 GMT

What is branding? How does a company discover its “branding magic”? What are the benefits of branding? What are the disadvantages of not branding yourself? If you want to brand, how affordable is it? Sonya A. Lowery, for over 10 years, has helped to change the way the world views small businesses. Lowery has exposed an overwhelming trend in the small business community. This award-winning graphic designer has found that entrepreneurs are spending little or no money on branding and it is having a negative effect on their bottom line! Right or wrong, Lowery found that the strength of a business is often judged by the strength of its image. Sonya has been featured in Black Enterprise Magazine; The Washington Post; Tony Brown’s Journal TV show; The BE Report TV show; The Bev Smith Show, and Smart Money Magazine, and has made other countless radio, television, and newspaper appearances. www.solariscorporation.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C

Art as an Investment: What’s Beauty Got To Do With It?

Kenneth Darryl Brown — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 01:17:02 GMT

What is art? How do we value art? What are the different types of art? What is investment grade art? Is art an investment? Can it offer an investor, a great return on investment? Jerry Thomas Jr. is a private art dealer and consultant for original investment quality African and African American art shares his insights. He has been featured in network broadcast television and written media: American Art; The Los Angeles Times; Business Week Magazine and the London Stock Exchange regarding the investment potential of significant African American art. www.jerrythomasarts.com Listen, Learn, Enjoy and Share with a Business Associate! Bumper music provided by Bryan Hunley of New Whyne Music E3C Links: www.BetterSalesandProfitsNow.com (company website) www.my-business-community.com (community website) www.E3C.typepad.com (Blog) www.E3C.podOmatic.com (podcast) www.E3CPassionateEntrepreneur.pbwiki.com (wiki) www.mybusinesscommunity.ning.com (business social network) Is Your Business A Hobby, Job or Profitable Enterprise? Take the Quiz and Discover For Yourself! Click on this link: www.my-business-community.com/quiz1/player.html (multi-media presentation) Get My Business Tips! Go to my business profile and sign-up! http://mybusinesscommunity.ning.com/profile/KenE3C