In a society where almost everyone wants to be under the spotlight, it is important to understand what it actually takes and the sacrifices and decisions that you will have to make to achieve this goal successfully. In this live episode, we will be discussing "The Truth of becoming more visible" with our special guest Roshanda Pratt. Roshanda E. Pratt is a well-respected broadcast journalist with 20 years of experience. She is a regular contributor on local television, radio, and podcasts. Her dynamic personality and expertise have also been featured nationally on CBS’ The Talk, the Tamron Hall Show, and The Today Show. A digital pioneer in utilizing video and live streaming to increase visibility, Roshanda runs a thriving online brand known as The Rosho Live where she regularly shares her faith, humor, and 20 years of television producing experience. Roshanda is the author of two books, CEO of Live Video: Discover the Fundamentals of Dominating Live Video Through the Eyes of a Producer and Visibility Is Power: Discover the Power of Being Seen and Heard. She plays a supportive cast to her husband Jacobee and their three children. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

Whether you are a speaker, author, influencer, Podcaster, or a small business owner of any kind, there are 3 major factors we need to implement in order to be successful. These factors are: 1- Positioning 2- Visibility 3- Authority. In this episode, we will be discussing this very subject with our special guest, Sharvette Mitchell on the Content Creators University Live show this Tuesday April 18th at 8:30PM EST hosted by JP Hightek. Sharvette Mitchell, of Mitchell Productions Consulting, helps small businesses generate more revenue by focusing on marketing, visiblity and branding. She does this with one on one consulting, group coaching programs based on her trademarked framework, THE PLATFORM BUILDER®, book collaborations and hosting conferences and retreats. She is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing. In addition, she is an ICF Professional Certified Leadership Coach. Since 2008, she has hosted a weekly internet talk radio show - The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show which is now a podcast that broadcasts LIVE on six multi-streaming platforms. Sharvette has been seen on CBS 6, The CW Network and featured in publications such as Huffington Post & AARP. Sharvette is the visionary author of five book collaborations, PROPEL - The Essential Handbook for Emerging Women in Business & Leadership, POUR -The Secret Effects of Serving and Giving in Business & Leadership, PURSUE - Chase your goals and run after your passions in Business, Life and Leadership, PEARLS - Wisdom and advice from emerging women leaders and Prepare for PURPOSE - Your invitation to the next level. Find out more at www.Mitchell-Productions.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode, we will be discussing the Importance of Becoming an Independent Media Source to Business with our special guest Garrin Bulani.  Garrin has over a decade of sales experience and have generated millions in revenue for fortune 500 companies. His goal is to help working professionals show up better on their video calls to help them close more deals, earn their dream job sooner, and of course develop their professional brand. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

- Lensa AI generated $8.2 million in a five day period with A.I. generated avatars.  - “Artificial intelligence will change the workforce,” affirms Carolyn Frantz, Microsoft’s Corporate Secretary.  - A.I. has the potential to make health care “much more accessible and more affordable,” insists Paul Bates, director of NHS services at Babylon Health.  On one hand we see the world's excitement regarding the future of Tech and the untapped possibility the use of A.I. is bringing to the table. On another hand, we see small businesses not able to compete or even struggling to find a solid clientele.  So, we wonder:  - Is the Creator Economy in Danger or in Competition? - Is A.I a Threat to Small Businesses? - Could mankind safely compete with a computer? - Who will truly benefit from this in the future? - Should we as Small Business owners, change the way we do business? Join us as we discuss this subject with our special guest Ken Branson.  Ken Branson, a Published Photographer, Documentary Filmmaker & 13-time convicted felon...has earned millions of dollars from Visual Storytelling after starting a business from the basement of his church. Some of his clients include Google, AARP, Cisco and a host of National & International Organizations, Churches, Colleges & Universities. Through therapy and the journey of self-awareness, Ken learned that the negative drama he attracted in life could be re-directed into a healthier and profitable form of drama…STORYTELLING! This basement level strength is continually being refined everyday as Ken makes a full-time living helping Businesses and Organizations get their messages out through effective storytelling. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode, we will be discussing "Using Your Wardrobe As A Business Strategy". The Well Dressed Brand is the brainchild of Founder and Chief Style Officer Toi Sweeney, an award-winning fashion stylist, brand image strategist, speaker, entrepreneur, certified Fascination Advantage™ coach, and the author of Secrets of a Well Dressed Brand.  From founding her own design firm, Her Majesty the Queen, to managing the image of almost 30 TV personalities at the leading home shopping network, she uses her background to tell original stories through fashion.  Toi’s passion and talent has earned her a variety of honors and accomplishments. Presented with a prestigious Telly Award and featured on Forbes.com, BBC News.com, Where Women Create Magazine,  and other mediums, she lends her style expertise and innovative approach to video production, web commercials, and print pieces. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode, we will be discussing How to Obtain Business Credit without Personal Credit with our special guest Jamin Freeman.   Jamain “Jay” Freeman is the president and founder of Freeman Multimedia, a creative marketing agency founded in 2004. Known as “the MarketingYOU Coach”, Jay Freeman has become one of the most sought-after minds in helping businesses and entrepreneurs automate their processes and utilize technology for productivity. In 2011, Jay launched the consulting arm of Freeman Multimedia, Brandtastic Consulting, which specializes in helping small business owners, expand their reach and grow their revenue through strategic marketing strategies and the power of social media. In 2016 Bluebird Digital, a digital marketing firm specializing in Facebook Ads, Google Adwords and Search Engine Optimization was also launched. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

Welcome to the "Content Creators University" season 4. In this episode, we will be discussing how to create a content engine to increase your GAP — Growth Authority & Profitability with our special guest Troy Sandidge.   Join the Private community here: https://www.contentcreatorsuniversity.com/  Register for the conference Free Virtual here: https://www.contentcreatorsuniversity.com/conference  Troy  Sandidge is an award-winning growth strategist who transforms businesses into sustainable and scalable enterprises. Recognized as Top 100 Marketing Leader, the 3x ageny builder, 2x CMO, and former global marketing director has launched 35+ brands and completed 3,250+ campaigns while generating over $175 Million in revenue for clients worldwide.  Known as the Strategy Hacker® for his proficiency in various strategy disciplines from go-to-market, demand gen, sales enablement, community development, culture, branding, and marketing, he is the author of Strategize Up and host of the iDigress Podcast, a Webby nominated, Top 100 Marketing podcast that provides actionable takeaways to grow and scale your business in under 30 minutes. The podcast is featured on the HubSpot Podcast Network and is among the Top 0.5% of podcasts in the world! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode JP Hightek was honored to be a special guest on Stream like a Boss with Tanya Smith. Video Strategist & Business Coach Tanya Smith works with coaches and course creators to amplify their voice and ‘embrace their face’ on video so they can stand out online, serve more people, and sell more of their services.  You’ll find Tanya every week on YouTube and Facebook sharing strategies & tools to empower her audience to 'stream like a boss’! Content Creators University is a digital Master School created by JP Hightek to help Content Creators learn and grow in the tech media industry. Each week we offer a free live teaching session with one the best minds and creators in the industry. Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, and Innovate." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode we will be learning how to grow your business with Live Video with my special guest Tanya Smith.   Video Strategist & Business Coach Tanya Smith works with coaches and course creators to amplify their voice and ‘embrace their face’ on video so they can stand out online, serve more people, and sell more of their services.  You’ll find Tanya every week on YouTube and Facebook sharing strategies & tools to empower her audience to 'stream like a boss’! Content Creators University is a digital Master School created by JP Hightek to help Content Creators learn and grow in the tech media industry. Each week we offer a free live teaching session with one the best minds and creators in the industry. Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, and Innovate." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode we will be discussing How To Develop Your Personal Branding Visibility & Engagement with our Special Guest Cher Jones.   Cher Jones is the founder of Socially Active, a corporate social media training company that specializes in personal branding for the hybrid workplace. She teaches leaders, consultants and experts how to develop a professional digital presence that makes people want to work with them, for them and champion them. To do this, she leverages over 20 years of PR, marketing and broadcasting experience while tapping into her love of technology which is clearly hardwired into her personality. Over the years she has worked with Rogers, HP, Lockheed Martin, Pokerstars, C360, UK Trade and Investment, Ontario Ministry of Education, Venterra Realty and Blackberry to name a few.   Cher is also the creator of a popular LinkedIn Live series called #JustAskCher, the producer and cohost of Icons And Insights, a podcast featuring iconic leaders from the tech industry, and the host of The Black Professionals In Tech Network’s weekly global masterclass series. Content Creators University is a digital Master School created by JP Hightek to help Content Creators learn and grow in the tech media industry. Each week we offer a free live teaching session with one the best minds and creators in the industry. Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, and Innovate." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode of the Content Creators University, we will be discussing how to truly make money by becoming a full time Amazon Influencer with Live streaming. - Do Amazon influencers get paid? - How many followers do you need to qualify for Amazon influencer program? - How do you become an influencer on Amazon? - How much does an Amazon influencer get? and more.  In order to help us learn, we will be receiving our special guest Chris Stone.    With a 25+ year history in the music industry with Sony, driven and passionate entrepreneur Chris Stone founded the Podcast and Live Streaming Consultancy Cast Ahead after the success of his own co-hosted podcasts changed his life. At Cast Ahead, Chris believes that most driven leaders and businesses don’t want to know how to make an impactful show - they just want a show. That’s what he does for you.  He’s produced videos for keynote speakers like Victor Antonio and Sam Silverstein, produced virtual, physical and hybrid live conferences for corporations, consulted, developed and produced podcasts like The Sales Energizer, Sales Influence, The Big Ticket Life, LancasterConnects, Launch Your Live, and The Pete Primeau Show. Content Creators University is a digital Master School created by JP Hightek to help Content Creators learn and grow in the tech media industry. Each week we offer a free live teaching session with one the best minds and creators in the industry. Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, and Innovate."  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this Episode we will talking about Business vs Hobby Mindset as a creator with our special guest Ash Borland.   About Ash: Hi, I am Ash, I am a Podcast and content creation fanatic! If it can be recorded and uploaded to the internet, then I am obsessed with it. I have launched many podcasts over the years both for my business and others. With my own show reaching 13th in the UK Marketing Charts and also being in the top 2.5% of all podcasts globally. my social media content has generated millions of views and downloads across multiple channels. I have worked with 100s of clients helping them with their podcast and repurposing strategies within their business and in 2021 alone this content has generated multiple 6 figures in extra revenue for them. Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, & Innovate." www.JPHightek.com/Podcast www.contentcreatorsuniversity.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode we are discussing why everyone should build a side business if they have a day job with our special guest Chris Williams.   Chris is a Dad of 2 boys, husband to Dr. Tammara Williams who’s a 13 year entrepreneur of her firm Serendipity Interactive that does strategic advising for technology firms.  He is also the President of TWAC podcast which is a show that is for successfully discontent professionals who are growing better and faster side businesses. Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, & Innovate." www.JPHightek.com/Podcast www.contentcreatorsuniversity.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode of the Content Creators University, we will be discussing why "Having Skills without Purpose is a Lost Battle" with our special guest Dr. Kiki Ramsey.   Dr. Kiki Ramsey is a Positive Psychologist and Executive Coach that helps organizations transform their people by using positive psychology and diversity, equity and inclusion approaches to coaching and training.  As the CEO of The Positive Psychology Coaching and Diversity Institute (PPCaDI), a leadership development firm that specializes in driving diverse organizational change utilizing positive psychology and DEI approaches to coaching, Dr. Kiki inspires employees to tap into their purpose, courage, and belonging, so they can do the work they love and love the work they do.  She has a Master’s in Social Work and Positive Psychology Coaching and a Ph.D. in Business Psychology. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode we are discussing The Power of Consistency in Content creation with my special guest Jared Spink.  Jared is the Founder and Creative Director of Hive Media. He is also a content creator and a Podcaster. He hopes hearing The Hive Podcast motivates you to pursue your goals! Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, & Innovate." www.JPHightek.com/Podcast www.contentcreatorsuniversity.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode we are discussing what might be holding you back from quickly growing on Youtube. Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, & Innovate." www.JPHightek.com/Podcast www.contentcreatorsuniversity.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

How To Leverage Your Story To Stand Out  Special Guest: Jeff Bartsch.   Jeff is a coach, content creator, and entrepreneur who helps online video creators create impact and genuine human connection through their content.  Jeff built his career over 20 years in Los Angeles as a television editor for ABC, NBC, Universal, Disney, Apple, and many others. He is the author of “Edit Better: Hollywood-Tested Strategies for Powerful Video Editing,” and he has been featured in USA Today, Time Magazine, the Associated Press, and multiple textbooks.  Jeff’s businesses have empowered creators and clients in over 40 countries across 6 continents, and his current focus is building the creator community at StoryGreenlight.com. Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, & Innovate." www.JPHightek.com/Podcast www.contentcreatorsuniversity.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this episode, we discuss how Anthony D. Mays, A Former Google Engineer experiences life as a Black Man and what are the true expectations on today's market-workplace for new upcoming talents.   Anthony D. Mays wears many hats as a public speaker, DEI consultant, writer, tech career coach, and software engineer. Teaching himself how to code at the age of 8, Anthony went on to obtain a degree in Information and Computer Science from the University of California, Irvine and started his tech career as an INROADS intern, winning the Lorenz Tovar Intern of the Year award and earning a spot as one of the Top 50 alums in the organization’s 50-year history.  Anthony’s journey from Compton to Google as one of its few Black software engineers was featured in a viral BuzzFeed documentary in 2018. After spending eight years at Google, he left the company in early 2022 to pursue full-time entrepreneurship as founder of Morgan Latimer Consulting in order to bridge the gap between the underrepresented and companies looking to hire exceptional talent. He excels at weaving his inspirational story of perseverance into rich, thought-provoking conversations about inclusion in tech, employing candor, humor, and vulnerability to reach both minds and hearts.  He has received numerous awards for his work in the tech industry including the Empowerment Congress 40-Under-40 award, Irvine Chamber of Commerce 40-Under-40 award, and the INROADS Trendsetter award. Anthony has also had the pleasure of working with numerous organizations and Fortune 500 companies including Honey, Goodyear, Honeywell, Blacks in Technology, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and Junior Achievement. Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, & Innovate." www.JPHightek.com/Podcast www.contentcreatorsuniversity.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

Building A Business As Content Creators - Black History Month Special Guest: Linnita Hosten Linnita is an Award-winning author, philanthropist, and student success strategist. Linnita empowers high school students to stand on their own two-feet, after graduation. Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, & Innovate." www.JPHightek.com/Podcast www.contentcreatorsuniversity.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support

In this special Interview on "The Huddle with Walter Strong" JP Breaks down the secrets to building confidence as a content creator. Discover JP's amazing and inspiring journey and how life took an unexpected turn as he arrived to what he thought was the top of his success.  Subscribe to "Walter Strong III" on youtube.  JP Hightek is a sought after Global Branding Expert. He has redefined the term “brand” to reach beyond business, helping individuals, organizations, and small business owners discover and embody their personal trademarked identity.  Content Creators University is dedicated to helping you "Create, Impact, & Innovate." www.JPHightek.com/Podcast www.contentcreatorsuniversity.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jp-hightek/support