December 2011
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WatchSocial media is something I’m passionate about, and I’ve seen a lot of people do it ineffectively. Gary Vaynerchuk seems to agree.
Sit back and takes notes as Gary explains one simple paradigm shift that will completely transform the success and relationship building you have with your social media audience. Besides his obvious passion, it’s nice to see a guy who gives a shit...
October 2011
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June 2011
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How I Get Paid To Travel The Country
Your very presence on this site tells me you and I share the view that entrepreneurship is good. Working for yourself, making things happen the way you want them to, and living life on your own terms. It’s a major part of my life and my identity. However, at the core of entrepreneurship lies the innate ability to recognize and seek out unique opportunity, regardless of its source. Last week...
May 2011
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Book Review: Vagabonding By Rolf Potts
I had been ‘planning’ to read Vagabonding for over a year now, but was hesitant to actually begin reading, worried it would follow suit with many of the other travel books I’ve read. These books seem to push the opinions, biases, and prejudices of the author so forcefully upon you that it becomes difficult not to absorb some of these notions. Vagabonding was a...
The Death Of Wholesome
“After all your traveling, when it comes time to get married, where do you want to settle down and raise a family?”
The question was sincere and direct; asked by a good friend who always seems genuinely intrigued, even delighted, to hear the unique and often peculiar answers I give to seemingly simple questions.
“The South”, I blurted out without needing time to...
The Feeling Only Travelers Understand
A fellow traveler recently turned to me and asked “Sunny, what is it about traveling that you love?”
My answer: “The feeling” The answer sounds so simplistic, but to truly understand it, you have to have done some off-the-beaten path traveling yourself. Therefore, most people will nod in agreement, but not have a clue what I really meant.
It’s the feeling of of...
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2011 Chick-Fil-A Leadercast Recap
Today (May 6), I was lucky enough to attend the Chick-Fil-A Leadercast event in London, Ontario. The main conference was held in Georgia, but over 80 000 people across the country attended telecast events.
The physical event was loaded with forward thinking minds and the list of speakers and the topics they covered was truly amazing. In the above audio I give my recap of the...
April 2011
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Escape Is At Hand...Now Where To?
I have a lot of things I’m passionate about. Playing sports, music, discovering opportunity, the list could continue for miles. However, if I had to narrow it down, pick only ONE thing that I truly love on this planet the choice would be easy—travel.
Of course travel is the obvious choice; how couldn’t it be? It encompasses so much. New experiences, new people, new cultures, exotic...
Aim Higher—Conformity Isn't Worth It
Roadtrips down the east coast to outrun Canadian winters. Sailing prohibition-era bootlegger boats alongside massive pods of dolphins in the Sea of Cortez. Surviving three-months in the Mexican wild with little more than a knife and faded map. These are stories of modern day adventure, pulled directly from my life.
I’ve always sought-out these exciting and uncommon opportunities. Partly...
March 2011
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Humanity and My Real World MBA
Lessons From A Life Of Entrepreneurship
As I sit to write this article, a strange and unfamiliar thought passes through my mind—aren’t you a little young to be writing this? It is true, if you glanced at my license it would betray my mere 24 years on terra firma.
However, since before my first steps I’ve lived within an immersion of business education. My curriculum didn’t come from a book...
“The core of a man’s spirit comes from new experiences”
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Radical Lifestyle Experiments With Colin Wright
Radical
There’s nothing more I love than to meet other people who are doing incredible and exciting things. One common thread I’ve found between myself and other young entrepreneurs and creative types is that the people surrounding us generally don’t ‘get it’.
When people ask about my life, I’ll share things like: “I run a blog about travel,...
February 2011
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Remembering "Social" is about People, not...
There’s no question that the rapid advancement of technology and the roles it plays in our lives excites me. Heck, I post my life on this site and tweet at least 5 times daily about interesting things I encounter or am reading. Believe me, I embrace the movement.
That said, as I watch tech and gadgets play an increasingly dominant role in our lives I’ve noticed one crucial...
January 2011
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Goals, Foundations, and Making It Happen...Why...
2010 was all about laying the framework and learning as much as possible. 2011 is about making dreams come true.
I look back at some highlights of last year, what you can look forward to in 2011, mention some incredible people I learned from throughout the year, and reach out TO PEOPLE LIKE YOU!
Enjoy!
“What really matters [in business] is what you create… Does it make you...”
– Richard Branson
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Passion, Vodka, and The Power Of Listening
I’ve met an incredible amount of people in my 24 years.
Whether in person, or as the world becomes more connected, through the internet, I’ve been fortunate to have met a significant number of people. Not because I want something or because my job required it, but because I genuinely enjoy reaching out to and connecting with new people. Because of this passion, I’ve been fortunate to have met...
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More Money, Bigger Muscles, Better Sex: The Tim...
What is it with this guy?
He swoops into the literary world from nowhere, and without warning has been making prolific changes to people’s lives the world over. The kicker? To inspire you to change your life, he simply writes about how incredibly he is living his own.
Last week, while watching the seconds drag-on from your cubicle, you read about his companies, which make him fortunes...
December 2010
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Tim Ferriss, Christmas Cookies, and the Benefits...
Over the holiday season I indulged in just about all the holidays had to offer. I batched all my Christmas shopping into one 4-hour mall bonanza (I actually enjoy busy malls). I gorged myself on ham, turkey, stuffing, and fresh baked christmas cookies, strengthening my belief that the holidays were designed to sabotoge most people’s weight loss dreams. I spent lots of time with my...
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Books, Guitars, and Real Estate...Yeah, I'm...
Hey guys. Just a quick message to let you know I haven’t dropped off the face of the planet.
I’ve been absolutely swamped. Finishing up a book I’ve been writing, putting the finishing touches on a guitar-related product that I’ll be launching soon (hopefully in time for Xmas), and even starting real estate school shortly.
I’m keeping busy as always, but I...
November 2010
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Opportunity Platform or Idea Stealing Machine?
Virgin Pitch TV
Anyone following this blog know damn well that I have a huge respect for Virgin CEO Richard Branson. Ballsy, intelligent, and eternally optimistic there’s something incredible about the way he spreads the Virgin brand into markets he is completely unfamiliar with, and still manages to have success.
His campaign to genuinely support entrepreneurs has always held a...
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Why Education Kills Creativity
If you’ve been paying attention to my blog, or know me in person, then you’re aware that there are a few issues I’m truly passionate about. One of these such issues is how adamant I am that the school system needs to change to promote entrepreneurialism. In my view, the current educational structure systematically kills creativity, lateral thinking, and all the other...
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Opportunity, Success, and Work... Not Necessarily...
There’s a Canadian TV show that’s run for a few years now called The Dragon’s Den. Essentially, it’s a show where entrepreneurial hopefuls bring forth their ideas and present them to a panel of angel investors.
The show accepts all types of businesses in almost any field imaginable. If the if the ideas are good, the ‘Dragons’ offer to make significant...
October 2010
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Experiential Marketing Crash Course
Max Lenderman
If you haven’t heard the name, you definitely know his work. Remember a few years back when Jones Soda got really popular? How about Axe Body Spray? Forget just the TV ads, I’m talking about the viral ads that somehow manage to attain ‘cool’ status and spread like wildfire. Or maybe you’ve been a part of one of the hundreds of street-team...
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Do What You Love...No Excuses
Words Of Wisdom From Someone Who Cares
I stumbled across this old talk Gary Vaynerchuk (author of Crush It) made at a web conference a few years back.
It blew me away that even back then he was pitching that you should do what you love. He comes off so genuine and passionate. Definitely got me revved-up!
Best Line: “There is no reason is 2008 to do shit you hate…none”
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September 2010
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Interview 2: Improve Your Blog With Tips From...
You wanna talk about young entrepreneurs? Well it doesn’t get much younger than the 17 year old Alex Fraiser who created Blogussion.com and has been in the thick of the blogging community since he was 14! I really enjoyed this interview. He’s a great guy with an obviously bright future… Now if he can just graduate high school….
Check Out Alex’s Blog: ...
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Virgin Product Launch Syndrome Cured By...
Today began just as every other day where I don’t have immediate obligations. Tossing and turning I forced myself out from bed not because I was done sleeping, but because I had so many new ideas circulating through my mind that my head may have burst if I didn’t write them down.
It’s common for me to have my best ideas in bed. First thing in the morning or right as I’m trying to fall...
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How Well Do Buckeyes, Business, and Brothers Mix?
Answer: Incredibly Well!
Another adventure down! … And my first ever ‘business trip’! This time it all happened in Ohio… Had my 24th birthday…Shot a sales video in Wilmington, Ohio with Embrace Studios for our newest product… THEN went to Columbus to tailgate, party, and watch the Ohio State Buckeyes crush Miami…. Did you know their stadium seats...
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Awesome People And Awesome Interviews... Hopefully
So along with Travel, Adventure, and Entrepreneurship there’s something else I have a real passion for….Meeting people.
Specifically, networking with the forward thinkers or the world.
The site has been doing well, and I figure now is a good time to let you in my game-plan… I’m going to start to be doing a LOT of interviews with some incredible entrepreneurs.
...
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Interview 1: Grant Peelle
In this FIRST EVER New Rich Project interview, Sunny talks with Grant Peelle. Grant is a serial entrepreneur with companies ranging from vending machines to his flagship real estate investment company. Grant is a forward thinker who also runs his own web tv show, TheRenMenShow.com. Along with co-host Alan Ledford, the show covers passive income creation, lifestyle design, and the ups and...
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The Downside Of Being The Boss
Wisdom From A Hater
Yeah, I admit it…Being the boss has one major drawback, and I talk about here.
Just don’t let it discourage you!
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“Believers are in a no-lose situation. They’re either gonna be in a better...”
– - Larry King
(In his most recent Esquire interview)
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The Most Important Thing I Ever Learned
I was sifting through some old scribbles of mine today. Whenever I’m working on something new or just multi-tasking I’m in the habit of taking a new blank sheet of paper and exploding my ideas onto it as I go. They end up brutally random and disorganized, but help me remember things I want to look into or accomplish.
I throw them out every few months, usually when they reach the point where...
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Surviving College: Van Wilder Style
Easy Overlooked Ways to Get Ahead at University Being that I just spent half a decade of my life survivng the higher-learning environment I figure I might as well pass on the knowledge I wish I’d had as a freshman.
College or university can be an overwhelming experience and can be a wild ride. Use these 5 steps to make sure you’re getting the most out of your 4-years.
1) Make...
“Stay Hungry..Stay Foolish”
– Steve Jobs quoting his favorite adventure magazine
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The Beautiful, Creative, Innovative, and...
While catching up on whats going on in the world I came across 6 things that either got my attention or just flat out blew my mind!
Here are 5…I’m considering doing something with the sixth!:
1) A Room With A View…The World’s First Rotating Skyscraper!
2) The Coolest Watercraft Ever!..The SeaBreacher
3) No More Oil In Our Oceans
4) The...
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How To Intimidate A Whiskey Company
The results of my Hide-A-Case contest submission plus how I’m keeping myself busy in the downtime.
Sunny’s Hide-A-Case Submission
August 2010
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Sailing, Shooting, and Sea Dooing...Oh My!
How A Real Guy Unwinds
Cottages, new projects, old friends, and wilderness relaxation….. This video has it all.
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Need Something Done? ... Ask The Busy Dude
Pressure is a funny thing. When faced with it, people generally react in one of two ways: rise to the challenge, or crumble.
Fortunately, many years ago I made the discovery years ago that I fall into the former category. In fact, when I’ve got 100 things that need to be done, zero time to do them, and something riding on the line, I’m firing on all cylinders and working at my...
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A Free Business Idea... For You!
While deep in entrepreneurial contemplation I had a ground breaking business idea that will shake the world of education…..
Okay, maybe I was in a McDonalds drive-thru listening to T-Pain…and maybe the idea won’t change the world….
Either way, I don’t have the time to persue it….SO IT’S ALL YOURS!
Comment and tell me what you think
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The Best Speaker In The World
Tony Robbins Has A Gift
Tony Robbins is an amazing guy with an even more amazing story. However, his greatest strength is his ability to communicate and emotionally connect his audience to whatever it is he’s speaking about.
I watch this video to prep myself before any major public speaking I have to do….Check it out, and tell me what you think!
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MMF Interview And A Real Life Treasure Hunt!?
So many cool things going on right now…
In this video I’m talking about my interview on MeetMyFollowers.com. It’s an innovative podcast hosted by social media guru Kade Dworkin… Click the link to hear the interview!
I’m also excited to announce that I’m submitting an entry into the Canadian Club Hide A Case Challenge. Basically, yours truly could be...
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Have More Success Than Branson And Trump Combined!
Conquer Your Fear
I recently watched a short video by my good friend and fellow blogger, Annie Sorensen. The topic was fear, and how you can’t let it control you. I was so totally in agreement that I decided to make my own post to expand on the idea.
Firstly, you must realize that fear is normal and fear is useful. It’s your body’s way of warning you of potential danger, and in the case of...
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“Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the...”
– Andre Gide
July 2010
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“Entrepreneurship is living a few years of your life like most people...”
– A student in Warren G. Tracy’s class
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How To Project More Confidence Than The A-Team
You can FEEL when powerful people are in the room. It doesn’t matter if it’s a politician, a celebrity, a boss, or just the ‘coolest’ person there. They have a confidence that you pick up on immediately. So what is this secret they all seem to possess? BODY LANGUAGE! Did you know that only 10% of our communication is actually the words we say? The other 90% is a mix of tone, volume, and body...