Hi everyone.Are you one of the millions of people who’s now using a health monitoring device, you know, like a blood pressure or glucose monitor? Well, that’s just one facet of the digital health care space… and there are so many others. Now what’s really exciting is that digital health care offers a huge number of opportunities, spanning everything from the use of high-tech tools to new communications approaches… all of which are designed to improve the health of patients and the overall population. My guest today, Neal Sofian, is an expert on the digital health care space. On this episode, Neal discusses such things as (1) the evolution of digital technology in health care, (2) what he sees as the next phase in the use of digital technology to address health care issues, (3) the role of motivation and personalization in getting people to make changes in their health care behavior, and (4) some differences in how the U.S. health care system operates vs. other industrialized nations.Of particular importance, Neal lays out numerous opportunities he sees presenting themselves as the use of digital health evolves. This involves not only AI-related opportunities, but many others, too. Neal then provides some excellent tips for those who want to pursue these opportunities.Now a bit about Neal: Neal Sofian is recognized nationally for over 40 years of innovation in population-based and corporate health management and engagement. Neal is currently the CEO of Tuzag, Inc., a relationship AI, omni-channel health concierge company. Their AI-driven SaaS platform delivers one-to-one longitudinal computer mediated conversations, content, and service offerings with a focus on building relationships to change consumer behavior, across any communication channel.  Previously, Neal commercialized the first and largest telephonic smoking cessation coaching program in the United States, Free & Clear, and the first telephonic diabetes coaching service in the US.  He was responsible for early health-related social networking platforms, including the American Cancer Society's Cancer Survivors Network. To learn more about Tuzag, visit https://wearetuzag.com/ and https://clarahelps.com/ You can also reach Neal on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-sofian/I'd like to tell you about a new and exciting podcasting opportunity! It’s with DeepCast Pro, a game-changing platform I just started using for "Looking Forward." It's a free suite of tools designed to help podcasters grow your audience and engage listeners more deeply.With DeepCast Pro, you get speaker-labeled transcripts and AI-powered insights for each episode, absolutely free. The DeepCast Pro motto is "You make the shows, let us help you with what comes after."Join me by visiting DeepCast.pro today. It's free to start, so what are you waiting for?I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekersIf you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say...

Hi everyone. First, a simple request: If you like this episode, or the Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers podcast, can you please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekers Now, on to our episode! Did you know that, according to one estimate, the number of podcast listeners globally has reached nearly 465 million, and is projected to reach over 500 million by the end of this year? How about that the podcast industry’s market value is expected grow to over $30 billion in 2024 and potentially reach over $131 billion by 2030?With this level of growth, where might some of the best opportunities in podcasting be for people around the world? To learn about this and much more, I recently spoke with Rob Greenlee, one of podcasting’s pioneers and a consensus recognized expert on this topic. Listen as Rob speaks about such things as (1) his start in podcasting and its early years, (2) trends and changes taking place in the industry today, (3) what's happening around the globe in podcasting, and (4) how he sees the industry evolving over the next several years. More importantly, Rob points out the many opportunities he sees for people in the podcasting, including for those who can create and deliver outstanding content. He also provides some great tips for those seeking to enter the industry or enhance their positioning in it. Now a bit about Rob: Rob Greenlee is a seasoned podcasting and digital media expert with over two decades of experience. He is the Founder of Spoken Life Media, LLC, where he focuses on innovative content creation, business development, and community engagement for podcast hosts and networks.Rob has held significant roles, including SVP of Content and Partnerships at Podbean and Vice President of Podcast Content and Partnerships at Libsyn. At Voxnest (now iHeartRadio), he was Vice President of Podcaster Relations, enhancing content and monetization strategies. His tenure at Microsoft saw him manage the Podcasts Marketplace for Xbox Live, Windows Phone, and Zune, significantly expanding the podcast catalog and user base. Rob also hosts the "New Media Show" and "Spoken Life Show" and is a founding chairperson of The Podcast Academy. He has been inducted into the Podcast Hall of Fame and is a recognized speaker at industry events.To reach Rob, you can visit www.robgreenlee.com or check him out on these social media: YouTube.com/@robgreenlee, https://www.linkedin.com/in/robgreenlee/ X.com/robgreenleeSpeaking of podcasting, I'd like to tell you about a new and exciting podcasting opportunity! It’s with DeepCast Pro, a game-changing platform I just started using for "Looking Forward." It's a free suite of tools designed to help podcasters grow your audience and engage listeners more deeply.With DeepCast Pro, you get speaker-labeled transcripts and AI-powered insights for each episode, absolutely free. The DeepCast Pro motto is "You make the shows, let us help you with what comes...

Hi everyone. First, a simple request: If you like this episode, or the Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers podcast, can you please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekersNow, on to our episode! You’ve probably heard that data is the new oil. But did you know that understanding what data to gather… and how to use that data... is also creating lots of opportunities? We’re talking not only opportunities for those seeking jobs or starting a business, but also for those who already have a job or a business… or might even be looking for a good investment.  My guest today, futurist and data analysis expert, Ben Talin, speaks about those topics and much more on this episode.Listen as Ben elaborates on such things as (1) what are some of the key trends involving the use of data over the past couple of decades, (2) what challenges businesses typically face in making sense of the data they gather, (3) how data is viewed or used differently in various parts of the world, and (4) how data might be used in the future, including in what Ben calls "the fourth world." More importantly, Ben points out where the opportunities lie with data analysis. Interestingly, these apply as much if not more to those who already have jobs or own businesses, than those seeking jobs or businesses! Beyond that, Ben provides some great tips for either of those groups on how to seize these opportunities. This includes a trove of FREE resources his company offers.Now a bit about Ben: Benjamin Talin, a serial entrepreneur, is the founder and CEO of MoreThanDigital, a leading global digital innovation platform competing with McKinsey, Boston Consulting, and other major consultancies to disrupt economic development. MoreThanDigital is an ecosystem of systems and platforms, including the first-ever business diagnostics platform, scalable training programs, and more - all connected to enable the first global healthcare system for businesses. Through partnerships with hundreds of government ministries and economic development agencies, MoreThanDigital is driving economic development and societal improvement around the world, and has already helped over 2 million people.With expertise in marketing, change management, digital strategy, economic development and complex digital ecosystems, Ben has delivered over 200 keynotes and advised numerous government agencies and EU commissions. His influence extends beyond these roles, as he has authored over 450 influential works and has been featured in over 100 international media outlets. He serves in an advisory role to seventeen governments, the United Nations, three European Commissions, and as a member or board member of prestigious institutions such as Harvard Business Review, MIT Tech Review, University of Digital Sciences and more. To access information about Ben, MoreThanDigital, and the FREE resources and business diagnostics platform his company offers, please visit www.morethandigital.info and www.insights.mtd.info You can also find Ben on LinkedIn at (1) Benjamin ((本杰明-塔林)) Talin | LinkedIn Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do...

Hi everyone. First off, a simple request: If you like this episode, or the Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers podcast, can you please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekersNow, on to our episode! Are you investing in dividend stocks to help build your future nest egg? Or, maybe you’re retired and just looking to add some extra income to your savings? Well, whether you’re investing in dividends-- or not-- dividend investing typically makes a lot of sense. My guest today, Prakash Kolli, is an expert on dividend investing, especially when it comes to U.S. stocks.In this episode, Prakash shares with us lots of useful information, including (1) what the different types of stock dividends are, (2) the demographics of dividend investors, (3) recent trends in the interest-- or lack of interest-- in dividend investing, (4) the appeal of U.S. dividend stocks to people outside of the U.S., and (5) considerations in determining whether you should invest in individual dividend stocks vs. in a mutual fund or exchange-traded fund. He also expresses his perspectives on how dividend stock investing will evolve through the rest of this decade. Most importantly, Prakash shares some of his favorite industries and stocks right now for dividend investing, and he provides some great tips on how to get started in dividend investing, if you are not already doing so.Now a bit about Prakash: Prakash Kolli is the founder of the Dividend Power site. He is a self-taught investor and blogger on dividend growth stocks, financial independence, and retirement. His writings are on Seeking Alpha, InvestorPlace, TalkMarkets, ValueWalk, The Money Show, Forbes, Yahoo Finance, MSN, and leading financial sites. He also works part-time as a freelance equity analyst with Sure Dividend and Portfolio Insight.To receive Prakash's FREE Dividend Power newsletter, please go to the Dividend Power website shown above and submit your request. You can reach Prakash there and on LinkedIn at (2) R. Prakash Kolli, Ph.D., P.E. | LinkedInNow a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekersIf you are interested in...

Hi everyone! First off, a simple request: If you like this episode, or Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, can up please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekersIt seems like almost everybody’s talking about sustainability these days. But do you know the immense number of global opportunities that is and will create for job, career, business, and investment seekers? My guest today, John Pabon, is an expert on sustainability. He’s traveled all over the world, and worked with both the public and private sectors in that domain. So, if anyone can speak to those opportunities, it’s John.On this episode, John discusses (1) the widespread scope the world of sustainability covers, (2) major trends occurring in sustainability, (3) some significant differences in how countries in various parts of the world are addressing their sustainability challenges, and (4) how he believes the sustainability landscape will evolve over the next decade. Of utmost importance, John lays out the broad swatch of opportunities available to in the sustainability realm to anyone from a job seeker to an investor, and he provides some solid tips for how to begin seizing those opportunities. Now a bit about John: John Pabon has spent two decades in the business of saving our Earth. After leaving his role at the United Nations, John travelled the world studying the impacts of sustainability first-hand in factories, on fields, and in Fortune 500s. Over his 20-year career, he’s had the privilege of working with the United Nations, McKinsey, A.C. Nielsen, and as a consultant with BSR, the world’s largest sustainability-focused business network. He is the founder of Fulcrum Strategic Advisors, Chair of The Conference Board’s Asia Sustainability Leaders Council, advises the UN, and serves on the board of advisors to the U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce. John is also the author of two books: “Sustainability for the Rest of Us," and his latest book, “The Great Greenwashing: How Brands, Governments, and Influencers are Lying to You.” To learn more about John, go to https://www.johnpabon.com/ You'll also find him on social media sites, including Tik Tok and LInkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnpabon/Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment...

Hi everyone! First off, a simple request: If you like this episode, or Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, can up please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekersHave you ever thought about inventing something? It could be a product, an app, or something else that people or businesses need. My guest today, Brian Fried, is an expert on inventing. He’s not only an inventor himself, but he helps others who bring him their invention ideas. On this episode, Brian covers such topics as (1) where do you get ideas for inventions, (2) who are the people who come up with inventions, (3) how is inventing things different nowadays than in the past, and (4) the differences between being an inventor in the U.S. vs. some other parts of the world. As you’ll also learn from Brian, there are all kinds of things that might be improved by inventions. And, those inventions not only create opportunities for the inventors, but for the many professionals who can help them with their inventions.  He then provides numerous tips for what's necessary to succeed as an inventor, including various things inventors have to consider and take action on. Now a bit about Brian: Brian Fried, known as "The Inventor Coach," is a highly accomplished innovator, author, and speaker, boasting 15 patents under his name. He has effectively licensed and manufactured his inventions, gaining recognition through QVC, infomercials, catalogs, and major retailers. For over 18 years, Brian has served as a guiding force for inventors, offering personalized coaching as an invention licensing agent and assisting in the commercialization of ideas. As a captivating speaker, Brian engages audiences with talks on innovation and invention, complemented by three authored books offering practical advice. Beyond speaking and writing, Brian is the visionary founder of the National Inventor Club, a community that fosters collaboration and networking opportunities for inventors worldwide, guiding them through the intricacies of the invention process and providing invaluable resources for success.In October 2023, Brian unveiled his latest creation—the Inventor Smart Community app. This innovative social media and resource center, available for download on Google Play and the Apple App Store, aims to create a vibrant community where inventors can connect, share ideas, and access valuable resources. Brian's dedication to empowering inventors is evident in his tireless efforts to provide accessible platforms for collaboration and knowledge sharing, ensuring that innovators worldwide can thrive.Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking...

Hi everyone. First off, a simple request: If you like this episode, or Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, can up please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekersWhat’s something literally billions of people use every day, whether at home, work, or someplace else? That’s right, the Internet. And what’s something people have to be concerned about when they use the Internet?  Yes, cyberattacks! My guest today, Craig Taylor, is an expert on cybersecurity. And, while Craig says cyberattacks are definitely something to be concerned about, he also believes the need for improved cybersecurity is creating lots of opportunities for job, career, business, and investment seekers. On this episode, Craig covers such topics as (1) how cyberattacks have changed over the last, roughly 15 years, (2) whether or not there is much difference around the globe in terms of vulnerability to cyberattacks, (3) some basic actions companies and individuals can take to lessen their risk of cyberattacks, and (4) what he sees changing in the world of cybersecurity through the rest of this decade. Most importantly, Craig lays out the myriad opportunities that are there today and tomorrow for those who get involved in some aspect of cybersecurity. In fact, Craig says the field is so wide open right now that he refers to it as "the Wild West." He also goes on to provide some tips for those who are interested in identifying and pursuing some of these opportunities.Now a bit about Craig. Craig Taylor is a 25-year veteran of cybersecurity. He has been a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) since 2001. In 2014 Craig co-founded a cybersecurity training company - Cyberhoot - to help small-to-mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and managed service providers (MSPs) learn cyber literacy. During his career, Craig has led cybersecurity organizations in web hosting (CSC), finance (JP Morgan Chase), and manufacturing (Vistaprint). Additionally, Craig leads a cybersecurity consultancy delivering virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) services to more than 30 companies (all sizes and industries). Craig is a Toastmaster (public speaking), a Rotarian (Portsmouth, NH), and a philanthropist, having raised 100k riding in the Pan Mass Challenge for 10+ years. Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes

Hi everyone! Did you know the future is ripe with opportunities for those who understand both the big and the lesser-known global trends? &nbsp;That’s some of what we learned in Part 1 of our two-part series with renowned futurist, business owner, author, and speaker, Chet Sisk. In Part 2, Chet shares more of the some of the best global opportunities he sees for the remainder of this decade. And, he spends lots of time providing insights and tips on how you can put yourself in the best position to seize those opportunities.Now a bit about Chet. Renowned futurist Chet W. Sisk dedicates the majority of his time to meticulously analyzing the latest trends through a comprehensive approach that involves data scrutiny, engaging conversations, and keen observation. Offering strategic consultation for companies, individuals, and diverse organizations, Chet's global footprint spans over 30 countries. His illustrious career includes delivering keynotes at prestigious venues such as the United Nations, conducting workshops for Fortune 500 companies, and penning several insightful books on personal and corporate transformation.As a seasoned world traveler, former CEO of a local advertising agency, and prolific author of six books, Chet brings a wealth of personal experience, humor, and captivating stories from his extensive travels to his keynotes and workshops. His presentations not only feature definitive predictions on the unfolding events in the coming years but also emphasize the underlying reasons behind these developments. Chet ensures that his audience is not only aware of the challenges but is also well-versed in the numerous opportunities and possibilities that this moment presents.Beyond his impactful work in the private sector, Chet is the founder of Universal Basic Resources, a leading change management company. He's also the founder of Co-Lead of International, a non-profit think tank focused on change leadership. Chet extends his influence to the legislative realm, consulting the Colorado State Legislature on a groundbreaking State bill addressing the artificial intelligence wave. In a formal working partnership with tech giants NVIDIA and Arrow Intelligent Solutions, Chet gains valuable insights and ideas related to artificial intelligence.Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about SupaPass. We can do something like that to promote your organization or upcoming major event!) **You’ll find more information about me and my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com or <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff-8142647/"...

Hi everyone! Did you know the future is ripe with opportunities for those who understand both the big and lesser-known global trends?&nbsp; And who’s more credible in telling us that than futurist, Chet Sisk? In this first of two episodes, Chet begins to lay out where he sees opportunities, plus the why and how of that. He’ll do more of this in Part 2. In Part 1, Chet speaks about (1) what futurists do, and how it's applied by those who hire them, (2) the role that "change" plays, and how we must embrace it to see the possibilities around and ahead of us, (3) some of the important global trends taking place in our world, and (4) one HUGE global opportunity he says is not only here today, but will be here for a long time to come. Chet also shares what he calls "the one key" to succeeding in the new world we live in, whether you are a child or someone who's in the working world today. Now a bit about Chet. Renowned futurist Chet W. Sisk dedicates the majority of his time to meticulously analyzing the latest trends through a comprehensive approach that involves data scrutiny, engaging conversations, and keen observation. Offering strategic consultation for companies, individuals, and diverse organizations, Chet's global footprint spans over 30 countries. His illustrious career includes delivering keynotes at prestigious venues such as the United Nations, conducting workshops for Fortune 500 companies, and penning several insightful books on personal and corporate transformation.As a seasoned world traveler, former CEO of a local advertising agency, and prolific author of six books, Chet brings a wealth of personal experience, humor, and captivating stories from his extensive travels to his keynotes and workshops. His presentations not only feature definitive predictions on the unfolding events in the coming years but also emphasize the underlying reasons behind these developments. Chet ensures that his audience is not only aware of the challenges but is also well-versed in the numerous opportunities and possibilities that this moment presents.Beyond his impactful work in the private sector, Chet is the founder of Universal Basic Resources, a leading change management company. He's also the founder of Co-Lead of International, a non-profit think tank focused on change leadership. Chet extends his influence to the legislative realm, consulting the Colorado State Legislature on a groundbreaking State bill addressing the artificial intelligence wave. In a formal working partnership with tech giants NVIDIA and Arrow Intelligent Solutions, Chet gains valuable insights and ideas related to artificial intelligence.Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know.

Hi everyone. Did you know there are a wealth of opportunities out there for those who want to start businesses? But opportunities in startups don’t just apply to entrepreneurs! Lots of others can be a part of this boom, too. My guest expert, Bill Provine, the CEO of an organization devoted to helping startups get off the ground, shares his expertise about this and much more on today’s episode. Among other things, Bill speaks about (1) the many different kinds of startup ventures his organization, The Innovation Space, assists, (2) some major trends taking place in the world of entrepreneurship today, (3) contrasts in the approach to entrepreneurship around the globe, and (4) tools to help those who are launching or looking to grow their ventures. True to our focus here on Looking Forward®, Bill lays out a boatload of opportunities for those interested in being part of the start-up world. Many of these involve positions or roles that go well beyond the company founder or visionary, too. Finally, Bill takes a look at how the rest of this decade looks for startup opportunities, and he provides numerous tips for those interested in this field of endeavor. Now a bit about Bill. Bill Provine is the founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of the The Innovation Space, in addition to a member of its Board of Directors. In this role, Bill oversees all operations and is responsible for its overall performance. Prior to joining the Innovation Space, Bill worked for DuPont. There he led global operations for science and engineering, encompassing DuPont's open innovation practice. This included oversight for DuPont’s innovation centers and regional laboratories around the world. He also has served in a variety of research, marketing, business development, joint venture, and manufacturing leadership roles in DuPont over the last 30 years.Bill is very active in cultivating and advancing science across sectors and has served on numerous private company, university, industrial, governmental, and scientific association advisory and management boards and committees. He&nbsp;currently serves on the board of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) supporting scientific research and advocacy; the&nbsp;Resolution Project,&nbsp;supporting social entrepreneurship; and&nbsp;the&nbsp;National Advisory Council on Innovation and Entrepreneurship with the U.S. Department of Commerce,&nbsp;supporting creation of a national entrepreneurship strategy.Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about SupaPass. We can do...

Hi everyone. Do you know the best strategies to land a good job in today’s job market? If that’s of interest to you, you’ll definitely want to hear what my guest expert, Richard Triggs, says. While Richard’s focus today will be on finding a job as a senior executive, you’ll find much of what he speaks about is applicable to almost any job and career seeker.Among other things, on this episode Richards speaks about (1) the biggest trends occurring in the world of executive recruiting these days, (2) some differences among countries in what employers look for when recruiting, (3) AI's potential impact on the need for senior executives in particular industries, and (4) the powerful role LInkedIn plays in senior executive and other job-search efforts. Richard sees continued demand for senior executives now and into the future. And he offers LOTS of tips for those seeking not only jobs as senior executives, but for others who are job searching. A bonus: Richard offers listeners the opportunity to receive a FREE copy of either of his two books. (See below.) You'll need to listen to the episode to find out how. :)-Now a bit about Richard: Richard Triggs is the founder and CEO of Arete Executive. Over the last 15 years, he and his team have been responsible for recruiting over 1500 senior executives and board directors into roles across Australia and elsewhere. Richard has also coached over 2500 senior executives and board directors through their job search.He is the author of the best-selling book, “Uncover the Hidden Job Market – How to Find and Win Your Next Senior Executive Role” (second edition published in 2023). His second book, released just recently, is “Winning the War for Talent – How to Attract and Retain Top Performers.”Rich is the host of “The Arete Podcast” (200+ episodes) and the “Winning the War for Talent Podcast”. He is also an accomplished musician and a trained psychotherapist.You can reach Richard on LinkedIn and at www.areteexecutive.com.au/Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about SupaPass. We can do something like that to promote your organization or upcoming major event!) **You’ll find more information about me and my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting <a href="https://www.jeff-ostroff.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Hi everyone.Did you know there’s a global movement to solve some of our world’s biggest problems by helping those with the greatest needs become self-sufficient? This movement is being led by all kinds of people and organizations: nonprofits, for profits, specialists, technicians, entrepreneurs, and investors. My guest expert on this episode, Dr. Courtney Cash, is one of those leading the way in these social entrepreneurship endeavors. On this episode, Courtney discusses such things as (1) how market-based solutions and social enterprise are being used to help solve some of the world's biggest problems, (2) what factors are driving this trend, (3) how focusing on sending large sums of money to organizations or societies in need can actually be counterproductive, and (4) where the marriage of social enterprise and market-based solutions is taking hold around the world.Courtney then lays out myriad opportunities that are being created by this emerging global trend for just about anyone: job seekers, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and what he calls the "impact investors." He also shares his thoughts on how this trend will evolve through the rest of this decade. And, of particular value, he offers some tips to help people identify and seize these opportunities. Now a bit about Courtney: Dr. Courtney Cash is President of the World Shoe Fund, where he served as the lead strategist in the development of the World Shoe social enterprise. Dr. Cash is also the founder of Simply Strategic Consulting, with almost 30 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, ministry, and consulting. His work has helped to expand the capacity of nonprofits to impact thousands of people in more than 50 countries through strategic planning, storytelling, donor engagement, and impact collaborations.Dr. Cash is a seminary-trained nonprofit and ministry leader with degrees and certifications in education, leadership, and business. In 2018, he was awarded a Certificate of Achievement in Nonprofit Fund Development by the Mendoza College of Business of the University of Notre Dame. Dr. Cash also currently serves as Executive in Residence at the Berry College Campbell School of Business, where he mentors young entrepreneurs and teaches courses in social entrepreneurship and nonprofit management.Currently, his research is focused on the development of multi-sectoral social enterprise models, market-based solutions for scaling the work of nonprofits, and the use of collective impact strategies to address major social challenges in local communities and larger international ecosystems.You'll find out more about Dr. Cash and the World Shoe Fund at www.worldshoefund.org and on LinkedIn.Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested...

Hi everyone.Over the past couple of years or so, millions and millions of people have become aware of the presence of artificial intelligence. Like the Internet itself, AI promises to be a major part of our business and personal lives for decades to come. But how much do we know about all the opportunities AI is and will create? My guest expert, Manuj Aggarwal, enthusiastically discusses these opportunities and much more on this episode.&nbsp;Listen as Manuj speaks about such things as (1) when AI first began to take off as companies like Amazon, Tesla, and Facebook recognized and capitalized on its power, (2) the catalyst that has made AI accessible to the public-at-large, (3) the big trend in AI today, and where that trend is taking us, and (4) who's leading the way in the adoption and use of AI. SPOLIER ALERT: Manuj says it is NOT the U.S. Looking into the future, Manuj talks about what might be the implications on human behavior as AI becomes more advanced over time.... yet another surprise! He then lays out the many opportunities he sees AI creating for job, career, business, and investment seekers. He says these are going to be directly related to the advancing AI's capabilities, or they'll employ AI in ways that expand people's ability to identify and seize new opportunities. Finally, Manuj offers some great tips for anyone from a job seeker to an investor on how to thrive as AI becomes further embedded in our societies. Now a bit about Manuj: Manuj Aggarwal, is the founder and Chief Innovation Officer of TetraNoodle Technologies, an elite AI consulting company. With a remarkable track record of driving transformative change, Manuj, through TetraNoodle, has touched at least 10 million lives and generated over $500M in value through his expertise in technology and AI.&nbsp; He has shared his insights at the United Nations alongside distinguished figures like the Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize winners, while President Obama and Bill Gates have recognized his work. With four AI patents to his name, Manuj is the perfect mentor to guide you through the transformative potential of AI and its benefits for businesses. You'll learn more about TetraNoodle at https://www.linkedin.com/company/tetranoodle/You'll find out more about Manuj on LinkedIn or at https://manujaggarwal.com/Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about SupaPass. We can do something like that to promote your organization...

Hi everyone.We all know that water is vital for all of us. But did you realize there are huge opportunities out there for those who, among other things, can help recycle water or remove the waste from it?? My guest expert, Riggs Eckelberry, discusses these opportunities and much more on this episode.&nbsp;On the episode Riggs speaks about such things as (1) the challenges our present water infrastructure faces both in the U.S. and around the globe, (2) the "perfect storm" that's driving these challenges, and (3) who it is, by far, that demands the most water, and why that's "where the money is." Hint: This one may surprise you! Riggs then explains how the use of water technology, or "aquatech," can help address some of the challenges he identifies. He sheds light on a wide array of opportunities that anyone from a job seeker to an entrepreneur to an investor can seize upon in tackling issues like water treatment and water recycling. Finally, Riggs provides tips and resources that will help you begin to capitalize on the many opportunities this relatively new world of water technology offers. Now a little bit about Riggs. Riggs Eckelberry is a nationally-renowned entrepreneur who deploys his personal Break To Build™ process to help rebuild the water industry, which has reached a critical breaking point in recent years despite being essential to the planet's survival. As the founding CEO of OriginClear, Riggs has developed innovative solutions to help businesses face rising water bills by tapping into new investment markets. He is even pioneering the development of "water stablecoins,” a cryptocurrency backed by water-assets. With a diverse background in nonprofit management, oceangoing navigation, and crew rowing, Riggs is uniquely qualified to bring change to an outdated and overrun industry.&nbsp;You'll learn more about Origin Clear at originclear.com You'll find out more about Riggs there, on LinkedIn, and by listening to the episode.Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about SupaPass. We can do something like that to promote your organization or upcoming major event!) **You’ll find more information about me and my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com or https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff-8142647/On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation,...

Hi everyone. Before we move on to this episode, I wanted to let you know about our next Looking Forward® Encore "Ask Me Anything" live event. This is the venue where you get to ask guest experts who've been on Looking Forward YOUR questions. Our next live event will be Wednesday, November 15th, at noon ET. My guest expert will be Phil Cooper, who's been in the pet industry for nearly 60 years! Phil will discuss some of the opportunities in the pet industry and then take your questions. If you've heard Phil on the Looking podcast, you know he's a recognized expert on global opportunities in the pet industry space! You can join us by registering here. https://jeff-ostroff.com/lf-live-eventsNow on to the episode. What if I told you there’s an economic engine that will amount to trillions of dollars by 2030… and it’s already taken off? That engine is called the bioeconomy, which while improving our global climate, is also creating lots of job, career, business, and investment opportunities.&nbsp; My guest expert on today’s episode is Dr. Nancy Connell, and she does a great job of informing us about the bioeconomy.On this episode Nancy speaks about such things as (1) what is the bioeconomy, and what it's intended to do, (2) what initiatives and businesses are already making an impact in the bioeconomy space-- and she names many of them, and (3) the global extent of this trend, which is vast. Nancy then lays out numerous job, career, business, and investment opportunities which the booming bioeconomy has to offer. She also provides lots of tips and resources that will help you get started on the path to seizing opportunities in this exciting, relatively new industry. Now a little bit about Nancy. Dr. Connell is Senior Scholar, Senior Scholar in International Networks and Collaboration in the Division of Policy and Global Affairs at the US National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine. She is also Professor Emerita at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School where she directed biosafety-level three laboratory research in bacterial pathogenesis and drug discovery from 1992 to 2018. She is past Professor at Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security (2018-2021).With a PhD in microbial genetics from Harvard University, Dr. Connell studies the impact of biotechnology advances on biosecurity, biosafety, and biodefense, focusing on their impact the implementation of Biological Weapons Convention. She has long been involved in the development of regulatory policies associated with biocontainment work and dual-use research of concern. You'll learn more about Dr. Connell's background and how to reach her by listening to the episode.Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3...

Hi everyone. Before we move on to this episode, I have some exciting news to share with you! We are now holding live Looking Forward® Encore "Ask Me Anything" events where you get to ask guest experts who've been on the podcast YOUR questions. Our second event, to be held at noon ET on Wed., October 25th, will feature Loren McDonald, who will take questions about OPPORTUNITIES in the electric vehicle industry. If you've heard Loren on the Looking Forward podcast, you know he's a recognized expert on global opportunities in the EV space! You can join us by registering here. https://jeff-ostroff.com/lf-live-eventsNow on to the episode. Did you know the demand for personal virtual assistants (PVA) is growing worldwide? More importantly, do you know how to succeed as a personal virtual assistant, or how to choose a PVA… if that’s one of your organization's needs? My guest expert, Melissa Smith, is an expert on all things related to PVAs. On this episode, Melissa speaks about (1) what distinguishes a PVA from a consultant or other type of freelancer, (2) what are the kinds of duties a PVA can take on, and (3) what are some things that have changed the landscape for PVAs-- and those who hire them-- since Melissa's last appearance on Looking Forward®, nearly 3 years ago. Melissa then spends a lot of time telling you where some of the global opportunities lie for PVAs... and how to go about finding them. And she offers you a multitude of tips, whether you are looking to succeed as a PVA or to hire one. Now a little bit more about Melissa. Melissa Smith is the founder of The PVA, a firm that matches clients with the right virtual assistants. She is also the best-selling author of two books, Hire The Right Virtual Assistant and Become a Successful Virtual Assistant. Additionally, Melissa also mentors for Remote-how Academy, the first global, online education and individual certification program.&nbsp; Drawing from her experience while working on five different continents, Melissa truly understands how to operate a successful virtual business. Melissa has been featured by ABC, NBC, CBS, Entrepreneur, Forbes, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, U.S. News &amp; World Report. Most recently Melissa was named Top Virtual Assistant Consultant of the Year, a Top 10 Most Inspiring Woman in Business 2022, one of the top 100 Dynamic Leaders, and a trailblazing female entrepreneur to watch in 2021.Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime...

Hi everyone. Did you know there’s a multi-billion-dollar GLOBAL opportunity in the transportation industry?&nbsp; It happens to be one that’s not widely known. It has to do with shipping freight and, in this case, with those who help to do that, otherwise known as freight brokers. My guest expert, Jason Bauch, owns businesses which focus on freight brokering. On this episode, Jason speaks about (1) his unusual path to getting involved in freight brokering, (2) some of the biggest changes and challenges taking place in the freight brokering space, (3) the global nature of the business, and (4) the gargantuan projected growth in freight brokering during this decade. Most importantly, Jason identifies at least three opportunities for people to enter the freight brokering business, and he offers some helpful tips on who's best suited for this kind of work, and how they can get started. Now a little bit more about Jason. Jason began his logistics career in 1997 as a driver. After a serious driving accident, he then moved into the office and managed a fleet of over 30 trucks. Later, he transitioned to the brokerage side of the business and has spent the last 22 years learning, innovating, and developing personally, professionally, and financially.Jason possesses vast knowledge of the transportation industry as a whole-- including dealing with temperature-controlled products-- as made evident by his impressive list of customers in the food industry. Jason is an owner of 3 businesses. 360 Freight Solutions focuses on building long-term relationships with carriers (typically, truck companies) and customers, those who have products or goods to ship. https://www.360freightsolutions.com/His second business is Brokerz Edge, which is intended to combat misinformation about the industry and teach people how to earn a multiple 6-figure income in the freight brokering business. https://www.brokerzedge.com/His newest company, Luramiles, is a logistics company that removes the bottlenecks in the transportation industry.&nbsp;Think of it as like an Amazon for freight.&nbsp; Luramiles helps&nbsp;small-to-mid-sized&nbsp;trucking companies get exposure to more customers&nbsp;by improving the flow of information and communication https://luramiles.com/You can reach Jason and learn about his companies through any of the websites shown above, as well as on various social media platforms, such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? That means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or...

Hi, Looking Forward® podcast listeners! Are you a pet owner? Hundreds of millions of people all over the world are. Whether you own a pet or not, there are enormous opportunities out there for you in the pet industry, which is, by the way, a $30 BILLION industry! Having been involved in all aspects of the pet industry for 57 years, my guest expert, Phil Cooper, knows all about these opportunities. Among other things, you'll hear Phil speak about (1) the latest trends in pet ownership, products, services, and spending, (2) one major part of the world where the pet industry is growing in leaps and bounds, (3) how Millennials and Gen Z'ers are looking at their pets differently than the generations before them, and (4) a staggering projection about the future growth of the pet industry over the next decade. Most importantly for you, Phil identifies numerous opportunities for anyone from teenagers, to adult job/career seekers and changers, to entrepreneurs, to investors in the pet industry. And he provides some great, practical tips on how you can begin to seize one or more of those opportunities. Now a little bit more about Phil. For 57 years, Phil Cooper has been living his passion for animals by working in the pet industry.&nbsp; Phil started his career as a small retailer, became a distributor, a national salesperson, and has a series of industry firsts -- like owning the first Pet Super Store in the United States before PetSmart or Petco.&nbsp; Phil has traveled the world, selling and making connections with the biggest and best in the pet industry.As the largest volume pet product manufacturer’s representative in the pet industry for many years, Phil Cooper represented many large and small firms building a wide range of pet items in all categories. He worked with some of the founders of the pet industry, building large pet brands. He has been owned, turned-around, and launched many pet companies, including Inoby’s Pet Products, a division of Yammanuchi Pharmaceutical, Munchkin/Bamboo Inc., The Brinkmann Corp., Phillips Pet Supply/K-Line, Hydor, Pets International LTD, Resco and iClean Dog Wash.&nbsp; Revenue ranges were from $1 million to $350 million and many were startups.Phil is well known worldwide in the pet industry and has won many awards, including The Gold Circle Award from The Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council. He has held Board seats on The Western World Pet Supply Association (now WPA), PIJAC Australia, and was a Founding Member of The Pet Care Trust.&nbsp;He founded and owns a LinkedIn Group “Pet Industry Sales Resources,” which is a networking group helping to put job seekers and job providers together with experienced pet salespeople. He also is a strong supporter of the Pet Advisory Council.You can reach Phil at [email protected], via his website, . www.petindustryexperts.com, and on LinkedIn.Now a few words about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? Well that means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and

Hi everyone. Did you know that buildings are responsible for 40% of greenhouse gas emissions, and that of all the buildings that will exist in 2040, 2/3 already exist today? Well it turns out, that creates enormous opportunities for those who want to remove the carbon from those buildings. My guest expert, Owen Barrett, serial entrepreneur, and founder and president of Rayven, speaks with me about these opportunities and much more on this episode. Among other things, Owen discusses (1) what the impetus was for him to get involved in decarbonizing commercial real estate properties, (2) one major trend that's stimulating interest in clean technology in the United States, (3) how other countries actions on climate change and decarbonization differ in some ways from those of the U.S., and (4) an exciting development that could be a game changer for tackling climate change in the future. Most importantly for you, Owen identifies numerous opportunities for entrepreneurs, job and career changers, and investors spawned by the commercial real estate decarbonization effort. And he gives you some great tips to get you started on that path. Now a little bit more about Owen. Since earning a bachelor’s degree in finance, cutting his teeth in the financial industry, and earning a master’s degree in environmental science and management, Owen’s been on a professional rampage, pushing complacency and bureaucracy aside, and decarbonizing our economy at an impressive rate. Owen’s a three-time founder in the clean tech space, with one successful exit. As a Global Energy Manager for a Fortune 500 company for three years, Owen implemented $60 million of clean technology. Combining his experience in fuel cells, solar PV, energy storage, LED lighting, and HVAC optimization, Owen left to launch lumeo, a niche energy service company. Within three years, lumeo hit eight figures in revenue and helped forty school districts implement energy efficiency and renewable energy. After a successful exit from lumeo, and nearly a decade in the clean technology industry, Owen started ZNE Capital and pivoted to buying commercial real estate for the purpose of decarbonizing it. In just three years, Owen acquired and partially decarbonized $96M of multifamily properties. While ZNE Capital proves to have a successful business model, the rampant inauthenticity within the institutional impact investing space made it challenging for ZNE Capital to make impact at scale. Owen founded Rayven to decarbonize existing buildings at scale. Rayven is the world’s first net-zero real estate investment platform. Every property they buy is converted to true net zero (no offsets involved). By partnering with thousands of authentic, retail-impact investors, Owen, Rayven, and every single investor will decarbonize the world, one apartment building at a time. Rayven is Owen’s Sistine Chapel and the culmination of a decade in sustainability. You can reach Owen at [email protected]&nbsp; Learn more about Rayven at www.joinrayven.comNow a word about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? Well that means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other...

Hi everyone. Did you know that several trends have put us at the doorstep of opportunities for people who work with, start businesses, or invest in SaaS products and services? That’s SaaS, as in "software as a service." My guest expert, Maia Benson, Managing Director at Forum Ventures, speaks about these opportunities and much more on this episode. Among other things, Maia speaks about (1) the origins of SaaS, (2) some of the biggest trends affecting SaaS these days, (3) global differences in SaaS, and (4) the exciting future waiting just around the corner for us, both personally and professionally, due to major developments in the SaaS space. This includes, of course, AI's expanding presence. Most importantly for you, our opportunity seekers, Maia identifies SPECIFIC jobs and careers that will be in demand. And, as a venture capitalist in the SaaS world (as well as in other areas), she names industry categories and "pain points" where investors and entrepreneurs may find great opportunities to leverage their assets. Now a little bit about Maia. Maia Benson is a partner and Managing Director at Forum Ventures where she invests in and works with early stage B2B SaaS founders from inception to scale.&nbsp; She has spent over 20 years founding, building, and scaling award-winning SaaS products and platforms for entrepreneurs and SMBs at places like LexisNexis, Pitney Bowes (SendPro platform/apps), and most recently at Shopify, where over 5 years, she helped found, launch and scale their Shipping and Fulfillment products from inception to 60%+ merchant adoption and $Bs of transportation spend.&nbsp; In addition to her venture work at Forum Ventures, Maia continues to angel invest and advise next gen eCommerce and Logistics tech founders. You can find out more about Forum Ventures at www.forumvc.com You can reach Maia at [email protected] She's also on LinkedIn.Now a word about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? Well that means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about SupaPass. We can do something like that to promote your organization or upcoming major event!) **You’ll find more information about me and my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com or https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff-8142647/On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting,...

Hi everyone. Did you know that billions and billions of dollars in grant monies are awarded every year around the world? And did you also know that-- with these grants-- come a huge number of opportunities for people involved in funding grants or implementing them? My guest expert, Teresa Huff, speaks about these opportunities and much more on this episode. Among other things, Teresa talks about (1) Who are the major players in grant making and grant receiving? (2) What skills does one need to be a successful grant writer? (3) What are some trends in grant writing and grant funding these days? And, of course, what opportunities are there for individuals and businesses who want to work in this field? In typical Looking Forward® fashion, Teresa also provides some tips on how you might seize the opportunities she discusses. Now a little bit about Teresa. Teresa Huff is host of the Grant Writing Simplified Podcast, a TEDx speaker, and the go-to expert in nonprofit strategy. She’s helped nonprofits triple their funding and maximize their impact. After winning over $7 million for schools and nonprofits, she now teaches nonprofits the strategies they need to develop millions in sustainable funding.&nbsp;Thousands of students worldwide have completed Teresa’s online grant writing programs. Her podcast is in the top 5% of podcasts globally, was recognized in the CrowdUltra Awards “Top 5 Charity Podcasts of 2022”, and named in Instrumentl’s “Best Grant Writing Podcasts of 2023.”&nbsp;Teresa uses her Master’s in Education and over 20 years of experience in writing, special education, and business to help nonprofit leaders take their skills to the next level. She mentors grant writers through her interactive Fast Track to Grant Writer VIP Program, available for university level credit. Learn more and listen to the Grant Writing Simplified Podcast at www.teresahuff.com Now a word about a special deal you can get just by being a Looking Forward® listener!Do you make podcasts, video courses, or other content? Well that means you need your own engaging website and mobile app for everything you make… and SupaPass can help. Turn your followers into super fans and paid customers. Elevate your brand with your own stunning website and mobile app. And with SupaPass it’s never been easier. SupaPass is the most powerful content app maker on the market and NOW you can try it for free. Or like me, you can be on one of their other plans. In fact, enter code LOOKINGFORWARD and get a 10% lifetime discount on any of their plans. Go to SupaPass.com I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about SupaPass. We can do something like that to promote your organization or upcoming major event!) **You’ll find more information about me and my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and

Hi everyone. I’ll bet you knew that there were teacher shortages in K-12 schools around the world? But how familiar are you with the opportunities AI and digital technology are creating for those who want to serve teachers, school administrators, and students across the globe?&nbsp; My guest expert, Eric Sheninger, speaks about this and other great opportunities in the field of education on this episode.Among other things, Eric talks about (1) What are some major global trends taking place in K-12 education? (2) What are some of the opportunities that offers for job, career, business, and investment seekers? What does Eric believe are some important future developments in K-12 education we may see happen in this decade? Most importantly, and typical of all Looking Forward episodes, Eric will provide some tips on how you might seize the opportunities he discusses. Now a little bit about Eric. Eric Sheninger is an Associate Partner with the Center for Model Schools. He works with schools throughout the world helping educators meet and exceed their potential to improve outcomes for learners. Prior to this, he was a teacher and the award-winning Principal at New Milford High School. Through his work with thousands of schools, Eric has emerged as an innovative leader, best-selling author (he's written several books), and sought-after speaker.&nbsp;You can learn more about Eric, his books, speaking engagements, etc. at https://ericsheninger.com/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/esheninger/I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about the International Council of Small Business. We can do something like that to promote your organization or upcoming major event!) **You’ll find more information about me and my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com or https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ostroff-8142647/On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their competitors, customers, and prospects, (4) "Voices in the Spotlight," our new show specifically intended to help you promote your business, its products or services, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected] Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, entrepreneurial ventures, freelancing, investments, and life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom...

Hi everyone. Before I spoke with today’s guest expert, Martin Bullen, I didn’t know very much about supply chains. Do you? But after speaking with him, I’ve not only learned what a supply chain is, I’ve learned about so many opportunities that supply chain management offers to anyone from freelancers to corporations of any size. Among other things, Martin talks about (1) What is a supply chain? (2) What are some of the major global trends in supply chain management?, and (3) What developments we may see in the near future involving supply chains? Most importantly, and typical of all Looking Forward episodes, Martin will discuss the myriad opportunities being created by supply chain trends, and how listeners might take the first steps toward seizing those. And trust me when I say he lays out an abundance of opportunities!Now a little bit about Martin. Martin Bullen has worked in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management for over 30 years. &nbsp;His work has taken him to manufacturing centers all over the US, Asia, Europe and Latin America, building&nbsp;relationships with manufacturing and logistics companies around the world. Martin is principal of Bullen Professional Services, a bespoke supply chain, procurement, and sourcing consultancy helping small and medium-sized&nbsp;businesses participate in the global market.You can reach Martin at [email protected] or on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/martin-bullen-7585a31/.I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 or or more episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about the International Council of Small Business. We can do something like that to promote your organization or upcoming major event!) **You’ll find more information about my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their competitors, customers, and prospects, (4) "Voices in the Spotlight," our new show specifically intended to help you promote your business, its products or services, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected] Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, entrepreneurial ventures, freelancing, investments, and life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss...

Hi everyone. Did you know that several trends are combining to make this a fantastic time to buy a small or medium-sized business? And did you know that having enough money to buy a business may not be the obstacle you think it is?&nbsp; If this topic interests you, please listen to what my guest expert, entrepreneur and business acquisition specialist, Jonathan Jay, of Dealmakers.co.uk has to say on this episode of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers.Among other things, Jonathan talks about (1) three major trends that have combined to make this a fantastic time to buy a business, (2) who's buying a business these days, (3) what's the one thing someone must have to maximize their success in buying and owning a business, and (4) what are the best businesses to buy. And in true Looking Forward fashion, you'll also get some fantastic tips from Jonathan on how to seize the business-buying opportunity. These include what to look for when buying a business, and what not to worry about when looking for one. Now a little bit about Jonathan. Jonathan Jay has been an entrepreneur since dropping out of university at age 19. Now 51 years old, he has built businesses in publishing, digital marketing, adult education and coaching, and preschool education, and sold each of them. During the pandemic, he made 48 business acquisitions to create the 4th largest group in his sector in under three years. One notable deal was buying a £5m annual revenue digital marketing company from its Private Equity owner for just £1 and selling it for £1.3m just eleven months later. Jonathan is an advocate of a healthy work-life balance to avoid suffering from mental and/or physical burnout. He believes you can achieve success without business taking over your life! He now helps other people buy businesses and helps them avoid the expensive mistakes- as he says he has made them all!Jonathan is Managing Director of Dealmakers.co.uk To learn more about him, please listen to the episode. You can also type "Jonathan Jay" into YouTube to see his videos. I invite you to LISTEN, ENJOY, LEARN, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this episode! NOTE: We may include your comment with attribution, of course, on our website. And please subscribe to Looking Forward, too! If you are interested in sponsoring 3 or or more episodes of Looking Forward-- or distributing our content-- please let us know. (Give a listen to what I have to say about the International Council of Small Business. We can do something like that to promote your organization or upcoming major event!) **You’ll find more information about my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their competitors, customers, and prospects, (4) "Voices in the Spotlight," our new show specifically intended to help you promote your business, its products or services, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected] Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, entrepreneurial ventures, freelancing,...

Hi everyone. Do you know what a fractional executive is? Are you someone who has the expertise to become one? Or, are you a start-up, small-to-mid-sized business, or nonprofit who could save time and money by using a fractional executive? If this interests you, please listen to what my guest expert, fractional executive Greg Plum of Partner Ready, has to say on this episode of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers.Among other things, Greg talks about (1) what a fractional leader (executive) is, (2) why the trend is heading north in using fractional executives, (3) what kinds of businesses are most likely to benefit from bringing on a fractional executive, and (4) how he sees this trend playing out for the rest of this decade. In true Looking Forward fashion, you'll also learn about the great opportunity fractional leadership offers not only experienced executives, but the businesses who hire them. And wait until your hear his outstanding, practical tips on how to become a fractional executive!Now a little bit about Greg. Greg Plum is a fractional executive, currently working with various technology founders on developing their ecosystem and partner strategies. He is a recognized industry expert on ecosystem and channel development, having built partner programs from scratch for multiple SaaS providers in the U.S., Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia, and is currently serving as a director with PartnerReady, a U.S.-based ecosystem advisory firm.An active supporter of the tech industry, Greg has lobbied on Capitol Hill in support of IT service providers, and currently serves as a member of CompTIA’s North America Community Executive Council. Greg is a 3x TEDx speaker, delivering talks on emerging technology, personal growth, and volunteerism.&nbsp; His current volunteer efforts include mentoring for the University of Delaware’ Executive Mentor Program, and chairing the Technology Forum of Delaware, a regional special interest group for tech enthusiasts. To learn more about Greg, you can visit his LinkedIn page, https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregplum/ You can also go to his website, https://www.gregplum.com/**You’ll find more information about my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com/On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their customers and prospects, (4) consulting/training on how to excel behind or in front of the microphone as an interviewer or guest, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected]**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review. And, hey, go ahead and subscribe to this podcast. :)-Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are...

Hi everyone. What do you know about angel investing? And, more importantly, what do you know about the opportunities it offers not only to those who have money to invest in a start-up business, but to entrepreneurs and job seekers? If this interests you, please listen to what my guest expert, serial entrepreneur, Marc Kramer, has to say on this episode of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers.Among other things, Marc talks about (1) his gradual pivot into angel investing, and his establishment of the first organized angel investment group, (2) who are the angel investors and what motivates them, (3) the increasingly global nature of angel investing, and (4) how he says angel investing evolving through the rest of this decade. In true Looking Forward fashion, you'll also learn about the myriad opportunities angel investing offers not only to angel investors and entrepreneurs, but to job seekers, too! (That was somewhat of a surprise to me.) And, even better, Marc provides LOTS of tips for each of these groups to help them capitalize on these opportunities.Now a little bit about Marc: Marc Kramer is executive director of the Private Investor's Forum which educates and connects entrepreneurs to Angel Investors, Venture Capitalists (VC's), Family Offices and Corporate VCs.&nbsp; Marc, who has a BS in journalism from West Virginia University and a Master's in Management from Penn State University, is a serial entrepreneur and host of podcast, The Best Business Minds, which is listened to in 71 countries and has won six awards.&nbsp;To learn more about Marc, please go to angelventurefair.com You can e-mail him at [email protected] To learn about his podcast, The Best Business Minds, go to [email protected] **You’ll find more information about my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com/On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their customers and prospects, (4) consulting/training on how to excel behind or in front of the microphone as an interviewer or guest, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected]**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review. And, hey, go ahead and subscribe to this podcast. :)-Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to...

Hi everybody.Did you know the financial services industry is undergoing what my guest expert calls a "third wave"? Even better, did you know that the Fintech revolution that’s driving this is, and will, offer lots of opportunities for those who possess all kinds of skill sets? Sound interesting? If so, you’ll definitely want to hear what Dami Payne, of Canopy Servicing, has to say on this episode of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers.Among other things, Dami talks about (1) the first two "waves" of the Fintech revolution, and the "third wave" that will now cause this industry to explode, (2) two areas of the world that have led the Fintech revolution, (3) some businesses that have led the Fintech explosion, (4) what impact AI might have on Fintech, and (4) how the Fintech industry may evolve thru the rest of this decade. In true Looking Forward fashion, you'll also learn about the myriad opportunities Fintech presents for job and career seekers, entrepreneurs, businesses, and investors. Dami also provides some great tips on how you can capitalize on these opportunities. Now a little more about Dami. Dami Payne is Product Lead and Head of Client Delivery at Canopy, a US fintech that is building the next generation of lending infrastructure. He formerly worked at Oaknorth Bank, one of the largest startup banks globally. He also launched the banking product at Fluidly, a Financial AI startup acquired by Oaknorth Bank in 2021. Before working in product development, Dami worked in strategy, system architecture, and engineering consulting for large financial service companies across Europe, East Asia, and the US. He is also an Angel investor in over 10 Fintechs in the UK, US, and West Africa, and is an advisor for several startup incubator programs in New York and London. In addition, Dami is a contributor to several blockchain finance communities.**You’ll find more information about my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com/On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their customers and prospects, (4) consulting/training on how to excel behind or in front of the microphone as an interviewer or guest, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected]**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review. And, hey, go ahead and subscribe to this podcast. :)-Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our

Hi everybody. Do you know what have been some of the biggest changes in food manufacturing and retailing since COVID arrived? How about what kinds of opportunities that might be creating for YOU whether right now.. or in the near future? If this of interest to you, you’ll definitely want to hear what myguest expert, Phil Lempert, the Supermarket Guru, has to say on this episode of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers.Among other things, Phil talks about (1) how supply chain issues have changed the way food retailers are obtaining their products, (2) one key difference between food retailers and manufacturers in the U.S., and in some other parts of the world, most notably Europe and Australia, (3) one country in Latin America who's really reining in sugar consumption, and (4) what direction food retailing might take over the next few years, including how it may tie in with the "15-minute" city concept he mentions. In true Looking Forward fashion, you'll also learn about the wide array of opportunities Phil sees not only in the food business (e.g., for entrepreneurs and food technologists), but elsewhere, too. And, of course, you'll get some great tips from Phil on how you can prepare yourself to capitalize on these opportunities. NOTE: Pay particular attention to his Instacart story.Now a little more about Phil: For more than 25 years, Phil Lempert has alerted customers and business leaders to impending corporate and consumer trends, and empowered them to make educated purchasing and marketing decisions. Known as The Supermarket Guru®,&nbsp;he has worked with some of the most prestigious companies and trade associations worldwide. As one of America’s leading consumer trend-watchers and analysts, Phil is a speaker and author, and is recognized on television, radio and in print for his expertise. For twenty plus years Phil has served as food trends editor and correspondent for NBC News’&nbsp;Today&nbsp;show, reporting on consumer trends and showcasing new products, as well as regular appearances on ABC’s&nbsp;The View,&nbsp;FOX Business,&nbsp;Dr. Oz,&nbsp;The Oprah Winfrey Show, 20/20,&nbsp;CNN, CNBC, FOX, and local television morning and news programs throughout the country. For almost two decades, Phil hosted the syndicated show&nbsp;Shopping Smart&nbsp;on the WOR Radio Network&nbsp; and now hosts the webcasts/podcasts The Lempert Report LIVE,&nbsp;Lost in the Supermarket&nbsp;and the U.S. Farmers &amp; Ranchers Alliance's&nbsp;Farm, Food, Facts&nbsp;available on all podcast platforms.Phil Lempert was one of the pioneers of the new information media, founding&nbsp;SupermarketGuru.com&nbsp;in 1994. The website is now one of the leading food and health resources on the Internet, visited by more than 9 million people each year.&nbsp;SupermarketGuru.com&nbsp;offers original video and editorial content on food and retail trends, food and beverage product ratings, analysis of trends in food marketing and retail, and features health advice, nutrition news&nbsp;and many other resources to empower both the food industry and consumers.Phil is the founder and editor of&nbsp;The Lempert Report&nbsp;and also the founder&nbsp;of the Retail Dietitians Business Alliance which was acquired by the Association for Retail and Consumer Professionals in 2022. He is is the author of&nbsp;Being the Shopper&nbsp;and&nbsp;Healthy, Wealthy &amp; Wise. His previous books include:&nbsp;Phil Lempert’s Supermarket Shopping &amp; Value Guide, Top Ten Trends for Baby Boomers&nbsp;and&nbsp;Crisis Management: A Workbook for...

Hi everybody!Do you have a product or service you think might interest businesses or consumers who live in another country? Perhaps you’re looking to invest in such a product or service? Or maybe you’re looking for a job or career opportunity in serving different global markets? If any of these are of interest to you, you’ll want to hear what my guest expert, Betsy Olim, has to say on this episode of Looking Forward. Betsy’s spent over 40 years in the exporting and international trade world, so she knows quite a bit about all this.Among other things, Betsy talks about (1) how exporting and global trade have been affected by COVID, (2) how some countries differ when it comes to their import/export business, (3) important trading regulations to know about, and (4) the best resources for beginning or growing your export business. In true Looking Forward fashion, you'll also learn about the wide array of opportunities the business of exporting and international trade offer anyone from an entrepreneur, to a small business or medium-sized business, to an investor, to a job or career seeker. And, of course, you'll get some great tips from Betsy on how to successfully begin or expand your journey into the large and growing business of exporting and global trade!Now a little more about Betsy: Elizabeth (Betsy) Olim is President of Olim International, Inc. For over 40 years, she has been providing solutions in international trade, distribution, business development, and risk management. Betsy founded Olim International, Inc. in 1997 to bring world-class export management and international distribution services to small-and medium-sized U.S. companies. On behalf of her clients, Betsy’s company has opened markets on all continents except for Antarctica. In 2019, Betsy created "Export Stories Podcast," a podcast of one-on-one interviews dedicated to first person, experiential stories from the wide—sometimes wild— world of U.S. exporting. The mission of the podcast is to encourage U.S. exports and educate and inspire U.S. exporters/potential U.S. exporters through storytelling and discussions with experts in all aspects of international trade. Betsy is a recipient of the Export Achievement Certificate from the U. S. Department of Commerce. In 2013 she was appointed to the West Tennessee District Export Council by the Secretary of Commerce, and has served on a number of boards for many years, including the Ira Samelson Boys &amp; Girls Club, and Indie Memphis. You can find out more about Betsy via her website, http://www.oliminternational.com/ She is also on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-betsy-olim-a02b5 Hear her podcast at https://www.exportstoriespodcast.com/You’ll find more information about my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com/On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their customers and prospects, (4) consulting/training on how to excel behind or in front of the microphone as an interviewer or guest, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at...

Hi everybody!Are you a sports participant? A sports fan? &nbsp;Or are you simply interested in learning about the huge number of global opportunities the business of sports might offer YOU? If you fall into any of those categories. then you’ll definitely want to tune in to this episode of Looking Forward to listen to what my guest expert, Wayne Kimmel, has to say. As you’ll hear, Wayne’s living proof of how someone can capitalize on the opportunities the business of sports can offer. Among other things, Wayne talks about (1) how the business of sports has changed dramatically over the past decade or so, and what's driving that change, (2) how the world is getting even smaller when it comes to playing or watching sporting events, (3) the increasing quest to "engage" sports fans, not only those who attend the events, but the many who do not, and (4) what the near-term future of this industry might look like. In true Looking Forward fashion, you'll also learn about the wide array of opportunities the business of sports offers to anyone from an entrepreneur, to a tech wizard, to a customer service staff person to an investor. And, of course, you'll get some great tips from Wayne on how to ready yourself for those opportunities, and even on how to find some of them!Now a little more about Wayne: Wayne Kimmel is a sports tech venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author of Six Degrees of Wayne Kimmel. He is the Managing Partner of SeventySix Capital-- the venture capital company he founded in 1999-- and one that invests in startup sports betting, esports, and sports tech companies.The Sports Business Journal named Kimmel a "Sports Tech Power Player" in 2022. He was also awarded the "2022 Most Admired CEO" award from the Philadelphia Business Journal.Kimmel was an investor in SeamlessWeb (now public as GrubHub), Take Care Health Systems (now Walgreens’ healthcare clinics) and NutriSystem. Among the top public companies that have acquired his portfolio companies are Aramark, DraftKings, fuboTV, Intel, IBM, Walgreens and Yahoo!Wayne also hosts the "SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show,"  a weekly podcast that features the sports industry’s top entrepreneurs, athletes, and thought leaders. SeventySix Capital has a strategic partnership with Rubicon Talent, a sports marketing and talent agency, and is a partner with the  American Gaming Association to promote its #HaveAGamePlan responsible sports-betting campaign.Wayne Kimmel is a graduate of the University of Maryland at College Park and the Delaware Law School. You can learn more him and SeventySix Capital at https://www.seventysixcapital.com/You’ll find more information about my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com/On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their customers and prospects, (4) consulting/training on how to excel behind or in front of the microphone as an interviewer or guest, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected]**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review. And, hey, go ahead...

Hi everybody. Are you a start-up business looking to raise funds? Or maybe you’re looking to work with-- or for-- such a business? Then again, maybe you’re just looking to invest a small sum of money in a start-up? If so, then you'll enjoy listening to this episode of Looking Forward. On it, you'll hear what my guest expert, Kat Kuzmeskas, says about a relatively new way to do any of the things I just mentioned. It's called Regulation Crowd Funding, or "Reg CF" for short.Among other things, Kat will talk about (1) crowdfunding, and how it's being used to raise funds for a whole variety of individuals, nonprofits, and businesses, (2) Reg CF, the relatively recent, crowdfunding-related regulations in the United States, which allow startup businesses to raise funds from "regular" investors, not necessarily high net-worth individuals, and (3) the opportunities that Reg CF offers not only to businesses, but to small investors all over the globe who want to participate in a startup's potential growth... and possibly gain an equity share down the road. Kat will also speak about the job and freelancing opportunities that these Reg CF startups offer, and in true Looking Forward fashion, she'll offer some tips on how to capitalize on some of the opportunities she mentions. Now a little more about Kat: Kat Kuzmeskas is the President of Tamarin and Shyro, two health care companies. She has dedicated her entrepreneurial career to making data more accessible&nbsp;in healthcare, especially for patients. As a former hospital&nbsp;administrator&nbsp;at Yale New Haven Health, she was shocked to learn that it was easier to buy healthcare data than&nbsp;it was for patients and providers to access data for care. So, she wanted to tackle this issue. Kat is also a Teach For America alum, having taught in under-served communities along the Texas-Mexico border.You can learn more about Kat and her companies by contacting her on LinkedIn, e-mailing her at [email protected], or visiting the websites https://www.tamarin.health/ or https://www.shyro.health/You’ll find more information about my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting https://www.jeff-ostroff.com/On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their customers and prospects, (4) consulting/training on how to excel behind or in front of the microphone as an interviewer or guest, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected]**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review. And, hey, go ahead and subscribe to this podcast. :)-Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names,...

Hi everybody!Have you ever thought about writing a book... maybe even self-publishing that book? And, even if you don’t want to write a book, are you aware of the many opportunities that exist worldwide in the book publishing industry? That’s just some of what my guest expert, Martha Bullen-- longtime book publishing consultant and book coach-- will speak with me about on this episode of Looking Forward.In fact, Martha will discuss such things as (1) the dramatic changes which have occurred in book publishing over the past 20 years, (2) COVID-19's impact on book publishing, (3) how the market for books is growing globally, including in Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, and (4) what the future might look like for the book publishing industry. Most importantly, in true Looking Forward fashion, Martha will speak about the MANY opportunities she believes book publishing offers for authors, entrepreneurs, retailers, various kinds of freelancers, and investors. She'll also provide some great tips on how you might capitalize on those opportunities. .Now a little more about Martha. Martha Bullen is a publishing consultant, book coach, book marketing expert, author and editor with over 30 years of experience. She offers strategic writing, publishing and marketing services for authors and indie publishers. Martha is well known for her extensive writing and publishing expertise, creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication to authors. She helps her clients write and publish the best book possible&nbsp;and launch their books as Amazon bestsellers.&nbsp;You can learn more about Martha and her business by visiting https://bullenpublishingservices.com NOTE: If you have a book publishing project or interest, Martha offers a FREE initial consultation for prospective clients. Please contact her via her website, which is shown above.You’ll find more information about my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting http://www.jeff-ostroff.com On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their customers and prospects, (4) consulting/training on how to excel behind or in front of the microphone as an interviewer or guest, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected]**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review. And, hey, go ahead and subscribe to this podcast. :)-Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities...

Hi everybody!Do you think the fact that people are living longer is creating global opportunities? Well, you betcha! I forecasted this years ago in my book, "Successful Marketing to the 50+ Consumer" (Prentice-Hall). As you'll hear from my guest expert, Abby Levy, of Primetime Partners, the fact that people are living longer is creating an "extended middle age" in which millions of people around the world are continuing to lead active, engaged lifestyles. And that is creating what is now being called the "longevity economy."On this episode, Abby Levy will discuss such things as (1) what's sparked this increased interest in older people and a recognition of the longevity economy, (2) how different countries around the world vary in how they are addressing the increased number of older people in their societies, and (3) how she thinks the longevity economy will evolve over the next several years. Most importantly, in true Looking Forward fashion, Abby will speak about the MANY opportunities she believes the longevity economy is and will offer, and she'll provide some tips on how you might capitalize on those.Now a little more about Abby. Abby Miller Levy is the Managing Partner &amp; Co-Founder of Primetime Partners, an early-stage venture capital fund. Abby has spent her career helping businesses and consumer brands grow as an operator, entrepreneur, and advisor, most notably in the wellness sector. Prior to Primetime Partners, Abby was an executive at SoulCycle, where she oversaw business development and revenue growth outside the consumer studio business, with an emphasis on building new digital products as the Senior Vice President of Strategy &amp; Growth. Abby has also been a Founder herself, teaming with Arianna Huffington to launch Thrive Global, a behavior change technology company focused on employee productivity and wellness. Abby served as President of Thrive Global and remains on the Thrive Board. Abby began her career at McKinsey &amp; Company then led product development at OXO International. She is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Business School. You can reach Abby at [email protected] or via her company's website, https://www.primetimepartners.com/You’ll find more information about my business, Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC, in the middle of this episode and by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their customers and prospects, (4) consulting/training on how to excel behind or in front of the microphone as an interviewer or guest, and (5) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected]**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review. And, hey, go ahead and subscribe to this podcast. :)-Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious...

Hi everybody!We’ve got another great episode here with Chris Elliott, travel industry columnist, author, and consumer advocate. As you may know, Chris is a Looking Forward "alum," having appeared on this podcast more than 2 years ago.On this episode, Chris speaks about some of the many trends he's witnessed over the past two years in the travel industry. This includes how COVID has affected hotels, airlines, cruise ships, car rentals, and other forms of lodging (e.g., Airbnb and VRBO). As you'll learn, things are somewhat different between how some travel-related businesses in the U.S. have handled COVID vs. others outside of the U.S.Chris also mentions some of the new companies and services that have emerged in the industry, especially those offering tech-related solutions. Lots of entrepreneurship going on! You'll definitely want to hear about the two start-up companies he mentions. Of course, no Looking Forward episode would be the same without my guest expert discussing the opportunities that exist now and will emerge in the future vis-à-vis their area of expertise. Chris certainly offers plenty of those, along with some wise suggestions for how you might find a job, a career, a business, or an investment opportunity in the travel industry.Oh, two other things Chris tells us that you just have to hear: One is two countries he thinks are beautiful and just waiting to be discovered by more of us. The other is where you can get some free information and assistance with your unresolved consumer problems using his super-helpful Elliott Advocacy service. (See below.) Hey, I've used it myself! Now a little more about Chris. Christopher&nbsp;Elliott&nbsp;is an author, journalist and consumer advocate. He founded&nbsp;Elliott&nbsp;Advocacy,&nbsp;a nonprofit organization that helps solve consumer problems. He publishes&nbsp;Elliott&nbsp;Confidential, a travel newsletter, and the&nbsp;Elliott&nbsp;Report, a daily blog about customer service. If you need help with a consumer problem, you can&nbsp;reach him here&nbsp;or email him at&nbsp;[email protected] Chris is also the author of the book, "How to Be the World's Smartest Traveler (and Save Time, Money, and Hassle)."&nbsp;You’ll find more information about Jeff Ostroff &amp; Associates, LLC by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com and in the middle of this episode. On the website, you can also contact us about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, consulting, and column writing, (2) professional voice overs, (3) B2B/B2C interviewing for individuals and businesses looking to promote themselves or better understand their customers and prospects, and (4) senior marketing assistance. (Hey, I've actually written a book about that!) You can also reach me at [email protected]**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review. And, hey, go ahead and subscribe to this podcast. :)-Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups,...

Hi everyone! Have you ever thought about entering into the franchise business… whether that’s taking your business and franchising it, investing in a franchise, or perhaps becoming part of someone else’s franchise? Now keep in mind, as my guest expert says, franchising opportunities are expanding virtually all over the world.. and, hey, it’s not just for those in the restaurant or retail business!If this sounds like it’s of interest to you—and maybe also to someone you care about—then you’ll definitely want to listen to this episode, #112 of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers.On this episode, my guest expert, Tom DuFore, will cover such things as (1) how franchising is growing all over the world, (2) important trends in franchising, (3) what kinds of businesses might become franchises, and (4) what may lie ahead for franchising through the rest of this decade. And, in true Looking Forward fashion, you’ll also learn about some of the terrific opportunities out there for those who want to participate in the franchising industry— plus you’ll get some great tips on how to go about that. My guest expert, Tom DuFore, is the founder &amp; CEO of Big Sky Franchise Team. Tom is an author, entrepreneur, franchise expert, and host of the “Multiply Your Success” podcast. Big Sky Franchise Team is an award-winning consulting firm specializing in helping growth-minded entrepreneurs franchise their business. Tom and Big Sky have advised more than 600 clients, including Jamba Juice, Two Men &amp; A Truck, Matco Tools, and many others. Tom has an undergraduate degree in business and holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration. He's happily married with three wonderful children. You’ll find out more about Tom and how to connect with him during this episode.You’ll find more information about my business by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com and in the middle of this episode. On the website, you can also contact me about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, and consulting, (2) professional voice overs, (3)B2B/B2C interviewing, and (4) live webinars featuring some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts. You can also reach me at [email protected]**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review.Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us at www.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hi everyone! Are you a new or small business looking to minimize your costs, increase your business, and get referrals from other businesses in your community? Or maybe you’re a bigger business—or even a conglomerate—looking to reduce your excess capacity (there's trillions of dollars of that out there each year!) by providing and receiving products or services from other businesses willing to trade with you? If this sounds like something you’re interested in learning more about, then please join us for this episode, #111, of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business and Investment Seekers. My guest expert, Maria Wirth, will share her expertise on something you’re all likely familiar with, but perhaps only to a very limited degree. I’m speaking about bartering and barter exchanges. On this episode, Maria will share her knowledge and experience about such things as: (1) what is a barter exchange, and what benefits can it offer to those who belong to it, (2) where do barter exchanges exist around the globe, and (3) what opportunities might exist for you or your organization in running or participating in a barter exchange. Of course, in typical Looking Forward fashion, you’ll also get some tips on steps you can take to start capitalizing on these opportunities.Maria Wirth is a founding partner of Business Owners Trade Alliance or BOTA, a barter exchange with member businesses throughout eastern and central Pennsylvania in the United States. BOTA has been in operation since 2012. Maria is also on the board of the International Reciprocal Trade Association, which represents over 75,000 businesses engaging in trade and barter worldwide. You’ll find out more about Maria and how to connect with her during this episode.You’ll find more information about my business by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com and in the middle of this episode. On the website, you can also contact me about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, and consulting, (2) professional voice overs, (3)B2B/B2C interviewing, and (4) live webinars featuring some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts.**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review.Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us at www.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hi everyone! Did you know there’s an electric vehicle gold rush taking place that involves billions and billions of dollars? Did you know this gold rush is creating, in the words of my guest expert, MASSIVE opportunities for all kinds of people, whether they’re looking for jobs, careers, businesses to start or grow, or places to invest their money? Who knows? Maybe You will be among those who will seize one of these opportunities? If this sounds like something you want to learn more about—and hey, why not—then please join us for this episode, #110, of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business and Investment Seekers. My guest expert, Loren McDonald, will share his expertise on such things as: (1) what trends he’s seeing right now as we move full-speed ahead into electrifying our vehicles, (2) what countries and companies are leading the pack in the EV revolution, (3) what are some examples of the myriad opportunities the EV revolution is creating, and (4) what else Loren envisions we’ll see happening in the EV space during the rest of this decade.&nbsp; And, in typical Looking Forward fashion, you’ll also get some ideas on what YOU-- or someone you care about—can do… to start capitalizing on the massive opportunities Loren believes the EV industry has to offer.Through his website and consulting firm, EVAdoption, Loren McDonald conducts research and analysis for companies and organizations trying to understand how the transition to electric vehicles will impact their business… and the key factors that will drive or hinder consumer adoption of EVs. He’s a contributing writer to CleanTechnica, and his research and analysis have been cited in the New York Times, Washington Post, and USA Today. You’ll find out more about Loren and how to connect with him during this episode. You’ll find more information about my business by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com and in the middle of this episode. On the website, you can also contact me about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, and consulting, (2) professional voice overs, (3)B2B/B2C interviewing, and (4) live webinars featuring some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts.**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review.Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us at www.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.&nbsp;

Hi everyone! How much do YOU know about the revolution that’s taking place in the automotive industry… and the OPPORTUNITIES that’s creating for job seekers… and others, too?&nbsp;Hey, don’t worry if you know nothing at all… or only a little bit about it, because we’re going to discuss this and more on this episode, #109 of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business and Investment Seekers.My guest expert, Tyson Jominy, will share his expertise on such things as: (1) What are some of the most significant trends occurring in the automotive industry? (2) What are a few global examples of these trends? (3) Who are some of the new competitors on the automotive playing field, and (4) What else might we see happen—or not-- in this industry, if you’ll excuse the pun, down the road?Of course, in typical Looking Forward fashion, you’ll also hear about some of the great opportunities the revolution in the automotive industry is creating, and you’ll get tips on what YOU-- or someone you care about—can do to start capitalizing on those.Tyson Jominy is Vice President, Data &amp; Analytics, for J.D. Power’s Power Information Network. Tyson has worked for J.D. Power and the Power Information Network since September 2009, advising original equipment manufacturers on pricing and incentives for new and used car sales.&nbsp;Prior to joining J.D. Power, Tyson worked for the Ford Motor Company and Nissan North America, where he held several positions within finance and sales &amp; marketing.&nbsp; Tyson has also managed financial forecasting and planning in the consumer packaged goods industry, and he’s advised executives in corporate development and M&amp;A in the energy sector.You’ll find out more about Tyson and how to connect with him during this episode. You’ll find more information about my business by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com and in the middle of this episode. On the website, you can also contact me about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, and consulting, (2) professional voice overs, (3)B2B/B2C interviewing, and (4) live webinars featuring some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts.**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review.Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us at www.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.&nbsp;

Hi everyone.Are you looking for an investment during times of inflation? Are you interested in diversifying your investment portfolio? Or maybe you’re just looking for investment alternatives for when the stock or bond markets aren’t doing so well? In any case, how much do YOU know about precious metals as an investment?&nbsp; We’ll cover all of this and more on this episode, #108. of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business and Investment Seekers.My guest expert, Patrick Yip, will share his expertise on such things as: (1) what precious metals you might want to consider investing in, (2) why there’s been an upward global trend in the purchase of precious metals, (3) what makes precious metals a great investment opportunity for some people, and (4) a few of the ways you can invest in precious metals, should you decide to do so.&nbsp; And, in true Looking Forward fashion, you’ll also hear tips on how to choose the right company to do business with when you make an investment in precious metals.Patrick Yip is the Director of Business Development at APMEX and OneGold. APMEX is one of the largest retailers of physical gold, silver, platinum and palladium, and has sold over $15 billion in product over its 20+ year history. OneGold is a fast growing online precious metals platform that has processed over $750 million in transactions during its first three years in business. Patrick joined APMEX in 2011 and has held roles in Merchandising, Sales, Project Management and Business Development. He played a key role in the company’s 250+ percentage growth on marketplaces such as eBay, Amazon and Walmart. Prior to APMEX, Patrick held roles at asset management companies, and at Fortune 500s, such as Disney and Twentieth Century Fox.You’ll find out more about Patrick and how to connect with him at the end of this episode. You’ll find more information about my business by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com and in the middle of this episode. On the website, you can also contact me about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, and consulting, (2) professional voice overs, (3)B2B/B2C interviewing, and (4) live webinars featuring some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts.**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review.Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us at www.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.

Hi everyone.Are you a good listener? A person who doesn’t need to be in the limelight to shine? Someone who’s interested in helping workgroups achieve their best possible outcomes? Perhaps you’re considering making a career change, or maybe looking to improve your facilitation skills? If so, you’ll definitely want to listen to this episode, #107, of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business and Investment Seekers.My guest expert, Dr. Myriam Hadnes, will share her expertise on such things as: (1) what facilitators do, (2) what kinds of facilitators there are, (3) who uses facilitators and where, and (4) why she believes the need for facilitators will continue to grow. And, in true Looking Forward fashion, you’ll hear about the steps you can take to become a facilitator, such as how to find a job in that field, or to improve your facilitation skills so you can flourish within your profession.Myriam Hadnes is a Ph.D. behavioral economist by training, the host of the “Workshops Work” podcast by passion, and a facilitator by profession. Motivated by the vision that we can change the world, one workshop at a time, Myriam curates the global "NeverDoneBefore" community that explores the edges of the art and craft of facilitation. In her work, Myriam applies scientific insights about human behavior and group dynamics- along with her learnings from experts on her podcast-- to improve collaborative work. You’ll find out more about Myriam and how to connect with her at the end of this episode. You’ll find more information about my business by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com There you can also contact me about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, and consulting, (2) professional voice overs and B2B/B2C interviewing, and (3) live, interactive webinars featuring some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts.**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review.Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us at www.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.

Hi everyone. Do you know what business brokers do? More importantly, do you know what opportunities they might offer you? And do you know how exponentially those opportunities might grow just because of the aging of people who were born between 1946 and 1964, what we here in the U.S.&nbsp; refer to as the baby boom generation?Whether you’re looking for a new or second career, an entrepreneurial venture, a chance to buy or sell a business, a lawyer, a banker, or accountant… even a landlord… you’ll definitely want to listen to what Andy Cagnetta, CEO of Transworld Business Advisors, has to say on this episode of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers!Andy’s the perfect person to speak about business brokering. He’s been in that business for more than 27 years.&nbsp; He started his career in the business brokerage industry with Transworld Business Advisors in the 90’s. He’s now the CEO of the company. Transworld Business Advisors is the number one business brokerage and an international franchisor through a partnership with United Franchise Group.&nbsp; Andy is a recognized speaker and trainer in the subject of business sales, valuation and negotiations He is also the author of the book, “Closing the Deal: A Business Owner’s Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls, Dispelling&nbsp; Myths, and Selling Your Business the Right Way.”&nbsp;&nbsp; He’s also deeply involved in charitable causes. By the way, Andy said if you e-mail him, he’ll send you a free copy of his book. So be sure to listen to the entire episode to get his e-mail address. You’ll find more information about Andy and Transworld Business Advisors by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com There you can also contact me about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, and consulting, (2) production of audio or video "spotlight" profiles to promote you, your business, your products/services, etc., (3) professional voice overs, (4) meeting and event hosting or facilitation, (5) live webinars featuring some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts, (6) online, interactive presentations about how to be luckier in life, and (7) seniors marketing consulting. (I've written a book for Prentice-Hall about that.)**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review.Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us at www.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.

Hi everyone. Today we’re going to speak about an industry that’s been crushing it of late. And, as you’ll hear from my guest expert, that trend is likely to continue for a while. I’m speaking about executive recruiting. In my conversation with our featured guest expert, you’re going to learn about such things as (1) what executive recruiting is, (2) what trends are affecting the industry these days, and (3) what opportunities are to be found in the world of executive recruiting, now and at least thru the rest of this decade. And trust me, there are a boatload of them, including for investors!Finally, in typical Looking Forward fashion, whether you are a job seeker or someone who wants to provide services to executive recruiters, you’re going to get some great tips on how to go about capitalizing on those opportunities.To share this important information with us, we’ve brought on an outstanding guest expert in the executive recruiting industry. He’s Dave Nerz.Dave Nerz is the president of the NPAworldwide Recruitment Network.&nbsp; Since 2006, he has led this 65-year-old member-owned cooperative to a position of one of the largest and most successful organizations in its industry.&nbsp;NPAworldwide now includes member firms on six continents and more than 42 different countries! Under Dave’s leadership the membership has grown to over 550 members and annual shared revenues which will exceeded $11 million dollars..&nbsp;&nbsp; Dave has been a speaker and presenter at numerous recruitment-focused events including the Recruitment Agency Expo in London, the National Association of Personnel Services (NAPS) Annual Conference in the US, and most recently at NPAworldwide conferences on 5 continents.&nbsp; You’ll find more information about Dave by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com There you can also contact me about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, and consulting, (2) production of audio or video "spotlight" profiles to promote you, your business, your products/services, etc., (3) professional voice overs, (4) meeting and event hosting or facilitation, (5) live webinars featuring some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts, (6) online, interactive presentations about how to be luckier in life, and (7) seniors marketing consulting. (I've written a book for Prentice-Hall about that.)**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review.Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us at www.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.

Hi everyone! Today we’re going to speak about an industry that is booming all over the world. In fact, you’ll hear my guest expert elaborate on that during our conversation.&nbsp; In my conversation with our featured guest expert, you’re also going to learn such things as (1) how the dynamic podcasting industry has changed over the past couple of years or so, (2) who’s winning in the podcasting game, and (3) how the industry might change thru the rest of this decade.&nbsp; More importantly, you’ll learn about the many opportunities our guest believes the podcasting industry offers you—whether you are a looking to be in front of the microphone or participating in the myriad OTHER opportunities he suggests are out there. Yes, you don’t have to be a “ham” to succeed in this industry. Finally, in true Looking Forward: Opportunities fashion, you’ll also get some tips on what steps you can take to begin to capitalize on one or more of these opportunities.To share all this great information with us, we’ve brought on an outstanding guest expert in the podcasting industry. He’s James Cridland. James Cridland is Editor of&nbsp;Podnews, a daily podcast newsletter. He’s a podcast host, too. James is also a radio futurologist - a writer, consultant and public speaker on radio’s future. He’s worked in audio since 1989 as an award-winning copywriter, radio presenter, and internet strategist.James launched the&nbsp;world’s first streaming radio smartphone app&nbsp;in March 2005, for the original&nbsp;Virgin Radio&nbsp;in London, launching daily podcasts earlier that year. In 2007 he joined the&nbsp;BBC&nbsp;working on the&nbsp;BBC iPlayer&nbsp;for radio, achieving a dramatic increase in the service’s audio quality.Among his many credits in podcasting and radio, James was an advisor to the podcast host platform,&nbsp;Captivate, which was acquired by Global in December 2021. You’ll find more information about James by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com There you can also contact me about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, and consulting, (2) production of audio or video "spotlight" profiles to promote you, your business, your products/services, etc., (3) professional voice overs, (4) meeting and event hosting or facilitation, (5) live webinars featuring some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts, and (6) seniors marketing consulting. (I've written a book for Prentice-Hall about that.)**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review.Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their...

Hi everyone! Today we’re going to speak about a little-known, but increasingly attractive niche that, in recent years, has really started to take off again, especially in the United States: manufactured housing.In my conversation with our featured guest expert, you’re going to learn such things as (1) how the manufactured housing industry has evolved over the decades, (2) why there is an enormous supply and demand challenge in the industry today, and (3) what that bodes for this industry’s future. More importantly, you’ll learn about the many opportunities our guest believes the manufactured housing industry offers you—whether you are a home buyer, property owner, investor, lender, white or blue-collar worker, or builder. Finally, in true Looking Forward: Opportunities fashion, you’ll also get some tips on what steps you can take to begin to capitalize on one or more of these opportunities.To share all this great information with us, we’ve brought on an outstanding guest expert in the manufactured housing industry. &nbsp;He’s Glenn Esterson. Glenn Esterson is a First Vice President with Marcus &amp; Millichap. He is laser-focused on brokering manufactured housing communities on a national level, transacting in 25+ states since 2020. Glenn has over 20 years’ experience in the industry. He’s also a former park owner himself. Glenn and his team have sold hundreds of parks nationwide and continue to be one of the industry’s most active broker teams. In 2021, the Esterson MHC Team sold over 70 manufactured housing &amp; Recreational vehicle parks across the United States, representing a total sales volume of over $265 million.Glenn is also the author of "The Mobile Home Park Manifesto: Ethical and Profitable Investing in Non-institutional Grade, Land-lease Communities." You’ll find more information about Glenn’s book by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.com There you can also contact me about the various marketing and communications services we offer, such as (1) podcast hosting, creation, and consulting, (2) production of audio or video "spotlight" profiles to promote you, your business, your products/services, etc., (3) professional voice overs, (4) meeting and event hosting or facilitation, (5) live webinars featuring some of our "All Star" Looking Forward guest experts, and (6) seniors marketing consulting. (I've written a book for Prentice-Hall about that.)**&nbsp;If you enjoy this episode, please be sure to tell your family, friends, and other members of YOUR network about it… and encourage them to listen to it, too. Also, please give it a "like" and/or a good review.Looking Forward is THE podcast about the OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends, now and into the future, and how YOU might capitalize on those: Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, ventures, investments, life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecommunications company in Africa, is doing.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us atwww.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.For more...

Hi everyone! Today we’re going to speak about a trend that’s taken off like a rocket since COVID-19 hit the world in early 2020… hybrid work. It offers some workers the potential to work at home, go to the office, and perform their job duties on a flexible schedule. As we’ll see, it isn’t necessarily that way for everyone. In my conversation with our featured guest expert, you’re going to learn such things as how he defines hybrid work, what companies are doing a good job in managing this new way or working, and what the future might look like for this trend. More importantly, you’ll learn about the many opportunities our guest believes the hybrid work model may offer you… and believe me, he names lots of them! Finally, in true Looking Forward: Opportunities fashion, you’ll also get some tips on how to take the first steps toward capitalizing on one or more of these opportunities.To educate us on all this, we’ve brought on an outstanding guest expert. He’s Gustavo Razzetti. Born in Argentina, and now a citizen of the United States, Gustavo Razzetti is the CEO and founder of Fearless Culture, a culture design consultancy that helps teams do the best work of their lives. For more than 20 years, Gustavo has helped leaders from Fortune 500s, startups, nonprofits, and everything in between on every continent but Antarctica. A prolific writer and author of four books on culture change, Gustavo’s insights have been featured in The New York Times, Psychology Today, Forbes, BBC, and Fortune, among others. His latest book is entitled, “Remote Not Distant: Design a Company Culture That Will Help You Thrive in a Hybrid Workplace.”You’ll find more information about Gustavo by visiting our website, www.jeff-ostroff.com

Hi everyone! In today's episode of Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, we’re going to speak about a trend that’s only beginning to take root.&nbsp;I’m speaking about… the metaverse. Like the Internet, the metaverse seems to have been operating underground for awhile, but now it’s finally being spoken and written about quite regularly. And, also like the Internet, it’s anticipated that the metaverse will bring with it a boatload of opportunities.In my conversation with our great guest expert, you’re going to learn about what the metaverse is, what its implications are, and where it may take us in the future. More importantly, you’ll learn about the wide spectrum of opportunities the metaverse may offer you… almost no matter where your skills and interest lie… or, where you live.And, in true Looking Forward: Opportunities fashion, you’ll also get some tips on how to take the first steps toward capitalizing on one or more of these opportunities.To help us do that, we’ve been on a metaverse expert. He’s Justin Lacche.Justin Lacche is a proud Oregon State University alum. After receiving his MBA at OSU, Justin held leadership positions with multiple Fortune 500 companies. After years of creating and leading corporate blockchain, cryptocurrency and omniverse programs (we’re talking about both metaverse + brick and mortar programs), Justin opted for early corporate retirement. Today he’s a top executive with a professional minor league omniverse sports partnership, known as the Omniverse Sports League.You’ll find more information about Justin by visiting our website, www.jeff-ostroff.comIf you enjoy this episode and/or Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers, my interviewing approach, or perhaps, my voice, please consider checking out some of the many services my business provides. These include:*podcast hosting, creation, and consulting;*professionally produced voice overs;*B2B and B2C interviewing;*audio or video promos to help you increaseyour customers or sales, raise funding, sellyour business, etc.;*event hosting and meeting facilitation;*expertise to help you market to the large andgrowing seniors population (including theboomers). Hey, that's something I've actuallywritten a book about!To learn more about these services, or how you can sponsor or distribute Looking Forward episodes, please visit www.jeff-ostroff.com&nbsp;You can also e-mail me at [email protected]

Hi there, Looking Forward listener!Before I go any further, I want to say "thank you" to everyone who’s been a Looking Forward listener over the past, roughly 14 months! The comments and interest shown in this podcast have led me to a place I never imagined I’d get to: 100 episodes!! Yes, that's right: This episode with Andrew Schulman is the 100th we’ve produced and broadcast since Looking Forward began back in June 2020. So, thanks again! I want to assure you, I’ll be working hard to make the next 100 episodes of Looking Forward even better!In Part 2 of this two-part series, Andrew Schulman will tell us what impact COVID has had on fiscal sponsorship, where he sees this rather underground industry of sorts going in the near future, and, as I mentioned at the outset, he’ll speak to some of the myriad opportunities individuals may find in that world. And Andrew isn’t going to stop there. He’ll also provide some great tips for those who want to enter the non-profit sector’s fiscal sponsorship community, whether on the fiscal sponsor… or project side of the equation.&nbsp;OK, now let me tell you just a little bit about our guest expert, Andrew Schulman. Andrew Schulman is the founder and a principal at Schulman Consulting: America’s only consulting and advisory firm exclusively focused on the nonprofit fiscal sponsorship sector. Schulman Consulting guides dozens of clients-- we’re talking about fiscal sponsors and sponsored projects, large and small-- in overcoming a variety of challenges.&nbsp;You’ll find more about Andrew, his business, and the book he recommends about fiscal sponsorship by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.comIf you like this episode, please give it a “like” or a positive review on the podcast hosting site you listened to it, and hey, you can let me know about that, too, if you want. :)- You can also let me know if you have any ideas for trend topics or guest experts we might want to feature on Looking Forward.And while you’re at it, why not tell a family member or friend about this episode or any of our nearly 100 other Looking Forward episodes. Any one of them will not point you in the direction of a potential global opportunity, it will also make for a great conversation!&nbsp;Looking Forward is THE podcast about how you might capitalize on OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends that will continue in the future.&nbsp;Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, freelancing, entrepreneurial ventures, investments, or life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecom company in Africa, will soon do.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us at&nbsp;www.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.For more information, or to inquire about Jeff's podcast creation and hosting services, B2B interviewing, voice acting, training, meeting facilitation or speaking services, please contact&nbsp;us atwww.jeff-ostroff.com You can also request to have Jeff appear on&nbsp;your&nbsp;show. He's informative, articulate, and engaging!

Hi there, Looking Forward listener!In Part 1 of this two-part series, we'll be talking about something most of us know almost nothing about... and until this conversation with our guest expert, that includes me! It's called fiscal sponsorship. Without giving anything away, let me just say that if you’re someone who’s looking to do something good for the world, getting involved with a fiscal sponsor-- or the organization it is assisting-- may just be the perfect opportunity for you: whether you are a job or career seeker, freelancer, entrepreneur, investor, or non-profit organization. So you'll definitely want to take in all of this episode!OK, let me tell you just a little bit about our guest expert, Andrew Schulman. Andrew Schulman is the founder and a principal at Schulman Consulting: America’s only consulting and advisory firm exclusively focused on the nonprofit fiscal sponsorship sector. Schulman Consulting guides dozens of clients-- we’re talking about fiscal sponsors and sponsored projects, large and small-- in overcoming a variety of challenges.&nbsp;You’ll find more about Andrew, his business, and the book he recommends about fiscal sponsorship by visiting www.jeff-ostroff.comIf you like this episode, please give it a “like” or a positive review on the podcast hosting site you listened to it, and hey, you can let me know about that, too, if you want. :)- You can also let me know if you have any ideas for trend topics or guest experts we might want to feature on Looking Forward.And while you’re at it, why not tell a family member or friend about this episode or any of our nearly 100 other Looking Forward episodes. Any one of them will not point you in the direction of a potential global opportunity, it will also make for a great conversation!&nbsp;Looking Forward is THE podcast about how you might capitalize on OPPORTUNITIES created by global trends that will continue in the future.&nbsp;Think... jobs, careers, business start-ups, freelancing, entrepreneurial ventures, investments, or life enrichment.Guests are experts in their field, and most are C-suite executives, household names, authors, and/or from prestigious universities or similar organizations.Looking Forward is a great source for media outlets, podcast producers, telecom companies, audio publishers, etc. to include as part of their content. This is what MTN, the gigantic telecom company in Africa, will soon do.To discuss revenue-sharing opportunities to distribute our content-- which can be customized and reformatted to meet your needs and those of your target audience-- please contact us at&nbsp;www.jeff-ostroff.comLooking Forward also offers a smart and affordable way for advertisers to promote their products or services, especially given its positive spin and informative, entertaining, and wholesome content.For more information, or to inquire about Jeff's podcast creation and hosting services, B2B interviewing, voice acting, training, meeting facilitation or speaking services, please contact&nbsp;us atwww.jeff-ostroff.com You can also request to have Jeff appear on&nbsp;your&nbsp;show. He's informative, articulate, and engaging!