Since 2008 (16+ years) Ralph Velasco has been a full-time travel photographer and international tour organizer, having created and led over 120 highly-rated international tours in well over 30 countries on 7 continents (plus over 100 domestic tours in the U.S.)When not traveling, Ralph is based in Chicago. However, he's been location-independent for 11+ years and traditionally spends anywhere from 8 - 9 months on the road internationally scouting and leading his tours.Ralph has authored several books on travel photography, and he just combined his most recent books into a 3-in-1 book bundle t ..read more

You’re posting consistently, sharing insights, and building your profile—but are you truly connecting? LinkedIn's biggest key to success isn’t just about what you post but how you engage with your network. Here’s what many people miss: LinkedIn is a two-way street. If you’re not actively building relationships, you leave opportunities on the table. ? Engage with Your Connections’ Content: Take time to read, like, and thoughtfully comment on posts from your network. This isn’t just about visibility—it’s about showing you’re genuinely interested in their thoughts and perspectives. A meaningful c ..read more

Bernadette Boas is a renowned ball of fire in everything she does, from her corporate executive coaching, training, and speaking, to playing pickleball and loving on tons of dogs she cares for in her free time. Within Ball of Fire Coaching, Bernadette brings her twenty-five-year corporate executive savviness with her entrepreneurial spirit to transform corporate executives, teams, and businesses around the globe into the powerhouse leaders they’re meant to be. With what she calls her ‘pink slip to freedom’, Bernadette authored her first book, Shedding the Corporate Bitch, Shifting from Bitch t ..read more

Austin-born-and-bred, Shelby Ring traded landlocked life for boat life as a yacht chef in the BVIs. It turns out she was more into filming fish than cooking them. She swapped a chef knife for a camera and started raking in cash for those "highlight videos" the fancy yachts couldn't get enough of. Fast forward to 2013, she swapped sailboat life for set life and opened her video production company. If you're sick and tired of hiring the one-off photo video production company, the next best social media manager, or frivolously throwing money at marketing just chasing more "likes", it's time for ..read more

Have you been thinking about going live on LinkedIn but need a little push? Here’s why a monthly LinkedIn Live event could be the game-changer your business needs! ? ? 1. Gather Your Target Audience in One Place: Imagine bringing your ideal clients, industry peers, and potential collaborators into one virtual room! A monthly LinkedIn Live event is an incredible opportunity to create an engaged community. Instead of reaching out one by one, let your audience come to you. When they tune in, they’re showing you they’re interested in what you have to say – and that’s powerful. ? 2. Highligh ..read more

About Logan Weaver: I aspire to be the most consistent person in the room. Highly motivated first-time founder with a deep interest in learning how technologies work and finding ways to improve them. I am a strong believer that nothing great is ever built alone, and am passionate about consistently evolving as a leader and team member in order to form extremely strong systems where everyone involved not only benefits, but can even create something that generates value for a broader community as well. Always learning. About Surmount.ai: Surmount is first of its kind automated investing platf ..read more

Feeling overwhelmed by AI? You're not alone. In this episode, we tackle the biggest myth in AI adoption and reveal why your measured approach might be your greatest advantage.  KEY POINTS: Why the "AI panic" isn't helping anyone Real talk about where most businesses ACTUALLY are in their AI journey Practical steps to start implementing AI (without the overwhelm) How to identify which AI tools are right for YOUR business Success stories from companies taking it step by step Want to learn more about AI? Subscribe and follow for more content! MENTIONED TOOLS: ChatGPT http ..read more

Are you looking to enhance your LinkedIn engagement and connect with industry peers? Let me share my effective 3-1-1 strategy:1️⃣ Join 3 Industry-Specific Groups:Dive into communities that align with your professional interests. Engaging with the right groups can open doors to valuable discussions and networking opportunities.2️⃣ Conduct 1 Market Research Poll Per Week:In each group, create and share a thought-provoking poll every week. This not only encourages engagement but also provides insights into the perspectives of your peers.3️⃣ Ensure Relevance:Make sure each poll question is tailore ..read more

Chris Abdey is a Procrastination Coach with over 20 years of experience, specializing in helping individuals conquer procrastination and boost productivity. As the creator of the Balance Blueprint program and host of the Procrastinator’s Pitstop podcast, Chris empowers clients to master time management, focus, and personal growth. Connect with Chris here: https://www.procrastinationstation.ca Get my FREE LinkedIn Profile Optimization Tool Here: https://networkacademy.kartra.com/page/OptimizeLinkedin ..read more

Are you ready to attract and convert more clients across LinkedIn? My latest episode dives into the powerful features of LinkedIn Company Page premium subscriptions and whether they’re worth the investment for your business presence on the platform. ? Key Benefits of LinkedIn Company Page Premium: Custom Call to Action: Display a tailored call to action on your Page, posts, and search results to drive engagement and conversions. Visitor Insights: See who’s visited your Page to unlock new business opportunities and make informed decisions. Build Credibility: Establish a credible presence that s ..read more