MIKE'D UP! with Mike DiCioccio

David Drebin joins #MikedUp for a great discussion about creativity, art, and inspiration!

David is a graduate of Parsons School of Design; he began his career in commercial photography and then quickly made a name for himself advancing into the world of contemporary fine art. Over the years, his signature film style has evolved into other art forms, including neon light installations and the revolutionary "photo sculpture." David’s work has been shown in multiple exhibitions over the last decade and has been featured in many of the most prestigious art fairs and galleries.

His unique vision, distinctive depth and often passion or tension-filled images provide an infinite surface for the imagination making his work highly desirable as art to adorn and complete the most beautiful spaces.

Throughout his career, Drebin has worked with individuals, A-list celebrities and global powerhouse brands such as Davidoff, Mercedes, American Express, Adidas, The May Fair Hotel, MTV, Nike, Breil, Sony and many more. He’s contributed to top publications such as Vanity Fair, New York Times Magazine, Rolling Stone, GQ, Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic and ELLE.

In this chat, David lays out his all-in approach towards art and his never ending obsession with creating unique and powerful images. David breaks down why listening to your own voice and discovering why you were put on this earth is the first key towards turning your passions into a career path. By investigating the fusion of words and images, David also shares how introspective and provocative titles help people reflect more deeply on their artistic  experiences and how his past struggles inform his art and purpose.

This episode is an inside look at the business of art shot through the lens of a world-class photographer, multidisciplinary artist, and “artrapranure.”

Connect with David: 

Website: https://daviddrebin.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daviddrebin/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/daviddrebin

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DavidDrebin/

Art Books: https://daviddrebin.com/#/!/books/

Connect with Mike:

https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio

Produced by Social Chameleon:

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Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm

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This week I was excited to welcome my friend and fellow podcaster Linda Bucher to #mikedup for an incredible conversation about the transformative power of finding your purpose and changing your outlook. Linda is a business mentor and a Master Certified Life Coach who has inspired hundreds of people to find their best selves and transform their outlooks while getting in touch with their deeper purpose in life. Linda shares her experience of becoming a conscious expander who connects with many elements of her life and passions while sharing some techniques for synthesizing these passions to help others. 

Just a few years ago Linda’s life looked great from the outside, but inside she felt unfulfilled, tethered, uncertain, and stuck in a career that wasn’t fulfilling, and in a marriage that had more downs than ups. Linda says she felt disconnected from who she was, doing things she didn’t want or like to do – and believing she had to live with things as they were. Deep down inside Linda was hungry for something more and even though she didn’t know what that something more was at first she grew to believe that change was possible. The more determined Linda was to find it, and find it she did!

Today Linda lives a life of her own design: running a business she loves, working with wonderful clients, and is “beautifully entangled” with the man of her dreams. Linda is cultivating easy family relationships and waking up with an attitude of gratitude, each and every day at her home in Buffalo, New York. 

Connect with Linda: 

Website: https://lindabucher.com/

Podcast: https://lindabucher.com/conversations-worth-your-while/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/linda.m.bucher/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindabucher.gobigcoach/?hl=en

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9pR7izCPcVmKoSl88K_Knw

Linda’s Favorite Book: https://www.amazon.com/She-Kobi-Yamada

Connect with Mike:

https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio

Produced by Social Chameleon:

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Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm

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David Carlin joins #MikedUp for an honest and uncompromising look into his amazing entrepreneurial journey co-founding Carlin Global alongside his wife Patricia. Carlin Global has literally dominated the #paymentprocessing industry for over two decades helping to bring many of the first #ecommerce brands into the online world. David and Patricia were instrumental in guiding businesses like Lucas Films, Sony Music, Time Magazine, early online dating websites, and even the first massive multiplayer games into the world of online payments.

With years of firsthand experience on the other side of the #digitalpayments industry, David is aware of the struggles other business owners faced when it came to accepting payments. What he didn’t know was just how much residual income his sales agent was making on his monthly volume. That’s exactly how David and Patricia found themselves on the front lines of the digital payments industry. Garnering a wealth of knowledge through his wildly successful e-commerce business and multiple joint ventures, David’s ingenuity and integrity — coupled with his art of the deal — make him the driving force behind #residualpayments.

In this hour, David breaks down his zero-compromise approach to entrepreneurship by examining some of the most basic, yet overlooked character traits that every entrepreneur needs to reflect on. We dive into topics such as the importance of self-examination and how your moral character is more likely to close deals than your bravado. David also addresses some of the challenges that he faced as a young #entrepreneur and how learning to truly express himself without fear of judgment was the key to unlocking his leadership potential as well as a truly rewarding life and career.

Follow David and Patricia:

Website: https://carlinglobal.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/residualpayments/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meetthecarlins/?hl=en

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/dave.carlin.3/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAD_3VoBOzrjPJg4VZrUyhg

Connect with Mike:

https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio

Produced by Social Chameleon:

https://www.socialchameleon.us

Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm

Mike’D Up! Merch:

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This week I welcome Troy Ericson to the show for a great discussion about the power and profitability of effective email marketing.

Troy Ericson is the owner of Copywriting.org, EmailDeliverability.com, & EmailListManagement.com. His company is called Email Paramedic, the leading Email List Management Agency that has generated over $50,000,000 for their clients since 2019 by improving email copy & deliverability.

Troy has worked with Traffic & Funnels, The Sales Mentor, Rich Schefren, REPP Sports, V-Shred, Joel Erway, Zipify, SmartMarketer, Perry Belcher, 10X Advisor Network, David Meltzer, Sam Ovens, Jason Capital, Joel Marion, Alex Cattoni, and hundreds more. He was also ranked as the #20 Copywriter in the world by Peter Tzemis from Traffic & Funnels. Troy is also a musician, former college baseball player, and lives in Tampa, Florida. Thank you!

In this conversation Troy allowed me to pick his brain about a wide range of topics from effective copywriting, entrepreneurship, and the importance of finding your unique voice. Troy shares an array of vital insights on how copywriters and marketers can transition from a “spray and pray” email strategy, to a unique, and highly effective process that reflects your individual personality while retaining strong conversion. In addition to strategic insights, Troy also shares some creative tips on how implementing tools like video and storytelling can add value alongside a much-needed personal touch in this spam-filled world of marketing.

I truly believe that listeners in all stages of their entrepreneurial or life journeys will benefit from Troy’s insights and stories on everything from risk-taking to mastering the fundamentals of your craft. His reflections on the value of relationships and problem-solving for customers' real needs rank amongst the best insights and most people-driven approaches we have covered on #MikedUp to date!

Follow Troy:

Websites: https://www.troyericson.com/

Website: https://www.FAQEMAIL.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/troyallenericson

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yosoytroy/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troyericson/

Troy’s Book Recommendation:

Pitch Anything: An Innovative Method for Presenting, Persuading, and Winning the Deal

Connect with Mike:

https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio

Produced by Social Chameleon:

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Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm

Mike’D Up! Merch:

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This week I am honored to welcome Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble to the show for an inspiring and eye-opening discussion about mental health and her mission to make mental health services more accessible and more relatable within diverse communities. Dr. Alfiee knows how it feels to be an outsider and in this episode, she shares her journey from Virginia Beach Surfer and hip-hop lover to renowned psychologist and internet personality.

Dr. Alfiee is a pioneering psychologist, scientist, media contributor, author, speaker, and founder of the innovative BIPOC mental health nonprofit, The AAKOMA Project. Dr. Alfiee is a fierce advocate of #optimalmentalhealth for all and has spent 25+ years illuminating and reducing mental health disparities for diverse communities. In this conversation, we cover a wide range of topics including the importance of showing up in your purpose and the beauty of holding space for others who may be in need.

Dr. Alfiee shares her incredible experience working alongside Lady Gaga on The Power of Kindness Digital Special where she was featured as a mental health expert and panelist. In addition to discussing the power of that experience, Dr. Alfiee also shares her passion for continuing to create spaces where diverse voices can be heard through her work with The AAKOMA Project and her podcast, Couched in Color.

This episode is a must-listen or must-watch for parents, teachers, mentors, or anyone working with young people in this modern world. Dr. Alfiee shares inspiring advice regarding everything from social media use to suicide prevention while reminding listeners how to live in their truth while loving others.

Topics Include:

• Dr. Alfiee's Origin Story
• The Importance of Sticking With Your Dreams
• The Power of Kindness with Lady Gaga
• The Toxic Nature of Pre-Judging People
• Signs and Tips For Suicide Prevention
• Understanding Young People’s Unique Mental Health Needs
• The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media
• The Goals of The AAKOMA Project
• The Mission of The Couched in Color Podcast
• Ways to Support Dr. Alfiee and Her Projects

Follow Dr. Alfiee:

Website: https://dralfiee.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralfiee/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralfiee

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dralfiee

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralfiee/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/dralfiee

The AAKOMA Project: https://aakomaproject.org/

The Power of Kindness with Lady Gaga:

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=3393924860732409

Dr. Alfiee's Podcast: Couched in Color:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couchedincolorpod/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CouchedinColorwithDrAlfiee

Podcast Apps: https://couchedincolorpodcast.libsyn.com/

Connect with Mike:

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Produced by Social Chameleon:

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Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm

Mike’D Up! Merch:

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This special episode was recorded on my birthday and it was a no-brainer that I invited my daughter Izzy to join me as a special guest to kick off the show!

I then recount my experience witnessing the scary incident that occurred during MNF two weeks ago and how the connection between FAITH & FOOTBALL is now stronger than ever.

I share a devotional that was inspired by Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin’s miraculous recovery that took place in Cincinnati. I chose to share this because it highlights the power of prayer and personally has increased my faith in humanity, and it has strengthened my already strong faith in God as well…and I know I am not alone in that!

Following the game, I witnessed something I have never seen in my life…NEVER. Live broadcasts were interrupted by commentators praying, it was off-script, in-studio and prayer had the spotlight. This happened multiple times throughout the last two weeks!

We all prayed…and now it’s time to give praise!

Connect with Mike:

https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio

Produced by Social Chameleon:

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Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm:

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Ben is the owner of Balbert Marketing and is also the curator of The “Real Business Connections Network,” where he hosts five podcasts!

Once an underdog, now a successful entrepreneur, he is passionate about helping other underdogs achieve their dreams.

He is on a mission to move the needle on one million careers, one conversation at a time.

Connect with Ben:

Website: https://balbertmarketing.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/balbertmarketing

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarketing/

Connect with Mike:

https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio

Produced by Social Chameleon:

https://www.socialchameleon.us

Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm

Mike’D Up! Merch:

https://mikedupmerch.com

In this special episode of Mike'D Up! host Mike DiCioccio introduces a brand new segment, Mike'D Up! Mailbag and answers 10 questions from friends & past guests on the show!

Questions include:

• If I Could Travel Anywhere in 2023, Where Would It Be?
• My 2023 New Year’s Resolution
• What Do I Want to Be Known for in 2023?
• Who Is My Favorite Person?
• My Take on “Quality vs Quantity” for Social Media Response to Podcast Drops?
• Top 3 Qualities of My Guests
• What Do I Do on the Days Where I Don’t Feel 100%?
• What’s My WHY?
• Best Lesson Learned From 2022?
• What Are My 3 Daily Non-negotiables in 2023?
• Who Does Mike’D Up! Merch Support?

Connect with Mike: https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio

Produced by: https://www.socialchameleon.us

Sponsored by: https://navigatingyourbooks.com

Recorded via Riverside.fm https://riverside.fm/homepage?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=mike-dicioccio

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Chris Joyce is the founder of 24 companies in high tech, consumer goods, health, and manufacturing. His products have been sold in more than 11,000 stores in 23 countries.

There are users of his tech products in 148 countries across the globe. 

His newest venture is Gusher, the simple, quick, and easy way to create and build a startup.

Connect with Chris:

LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dealrules

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DealRules

Get Your Startup Started with Gusher: https://gusher.co

Connect with Mike:

https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio

Produced by Social Chameleon:

https://www.socialchameleon.us

Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm

Mike’D Up! Merch:

https://mikedupmerch.com

Paul Mackiewicz is a US Army Veteran, serving in Iraq in 2003-2004, where he learned the true meaning of discipline and working for the good of the team. 

He was instrumental in growing a social media management company into an INC 500 Fastest Growing Company as one of the first hires. He built the operational systems and processes that increased revenue by over $2 million in 2 years for a digital advertising agency, placing them on the INC 5000 Fastest Growing Company in back to back years…and has worked with dozens of small businesses to improve their eBrand and increased the revenue generated from their review sites and social media profiles.

Today, Paul serves as the Founder and CEO of #SMART Business Consulting.

Follow Paul:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zmotexpert/

Website: https://www.hashtag-smart.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hashtagsmartmarketing

#SMART LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hashtagsmart/

Connect with Mike: https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio

Produced by Social Chameleon: https://socialchameleon.us/

Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm:

https://riverside.fm/homepage?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=mike-dicioccio

Mike’D Up! Merch: https://mikedupmerch.com