What is your entrepreneurial story? How did you come about building your business?

It was no easy feat but after avoiding very stringent non-compete agreements and fearful threats from former employers, my former colleague and I built one of the fastest-growing & profitable recruiting firms in New York City. We left the cushion that high base salaries and robust benefits packages offered, in order to drive a paradigm shift in the way the recruiting industry was being perceived – we wanted to make a real impact. We took a chance on ourselves and began working from a two-person WeWork office in midtown. Competitors and peers in the industry were shocked by our exponential growth. All in all, America is the land of circumvention. Where there is a will, there is a way.

What is your business model — how were you able to grow so fast?

We have a multi-stream revenue model. This model spans across content marketing (which requires minimal maintenance and no human capital), executive & business coaching, and also billable hours. What enabled Wilson Talent Solutions to grow so quickly is the key differentiating factor – a personal touch. While most entrepreneurs are very transactional, we are a relationship-driven business (as a firm) and also on a micro level when connecting with clients one-on-one. Clients do not want to feel like one of many and quite frankly, while it may seem pretty simple, our competitors have not cracked that code yet.

Can you give me an overview of who you are, what is your educational or overall background? What are some of your achievements?

I am a classically trained musician and entrepreneur. I received my bachelor’s degree in business from Binghamton University’s School of Management, which is the top-ranked public business school in New York State. I have been featured in Chris LaVoie’s, Central-London based “Art of Recruiting” documentary, where I was highlighted as one of the top 20 strategic thought leaders in recruitment worldwide. Additionally, alongside a former colleague, I built a recruiting firm to a headcount of 20+ recruiters and 8-digit revenue in less than 24 months.

What have you learned through your experiences as an entrepreneur that can be used by aspiring business individuals?

There are an array of things that I have learned through my experiences as an entrepreneur that can be used by aspiring business individuals, however, one of the most important is to be mindful of who you align yourself with. Choosing prospective business partners should be a daunting task but for some, it is quite simple and not taken as seriously as it should be. When aligning one’s self with a business partner, there is a very stringent criterion that should be met or adhered to. It’s of paramount importance that you know as much information as possible about a potential partner in order to avoid litigation, avoid uncertainty, and also to ensure your time (which is your most valuable currency) is not being wasted on/with the wrong people. The aforementioned can be detrimental and set you back 1 year or more (on your entrepreneurial journey). Furthermore, it has to be the “right” fit. Chemistry and cultural fit are very important. Be sure to partner with someone who shares similar beliefs, ideals, and notions as it pertains to work. While finding someone who does not share similar beliefs can be seen as “desired equilibrium”, it can also be a disaster due to discourse arising from not seeing eye-to-eye.

What makes your business so unique and successful?

What do most consulting firms lack? They lack access to top tier talent across an array of functional areas. I have made it my mission to identify top professionals who have strong expertise in marketing, finance, investments, sales, and accounting to head up all of the aforementioned practice areas. As they say, “the proof is in the pudding”. These professionals were top performers at their previous firms and are highly respected in their niche industries. From individuals with CPA and CFA designations to individuals who have built processes that were key in initial public offerings (IPOs), Wilson Talent Solutions has industry leaders who have made substantial impacts in their respective industries. We champion the notion of being a consultancy that acts as a total solutions provider. 

What have you learned through your journey as an entrepreneur?

I have learned so many things on my entrepreneurial journey but what truly stands out is the importance of remaining “centered”. To me, the idea of being “centered” revolves around the notion that you are in touch with yourself on a spiritual level. There is such a sharp contrast between executives who are “centered” and those who are not. Whether you are religious, you are spiritual, you pray to the universe or you focus on intense meditation, being “centered” is vital when channeling energy into any endeavor. Good energy and positivity beget good energy and positivity, which consequently yield positive results. It’s imperative that you keep a clear head and a settled spirit when making crucial decisions. Cloudy minds do not give birth to new ideas nor do they have the ability to exercise sound judgment. 

What skills and attributes make you as successful as you are?

One of the most important skills and attributes that has assisted me in accomplishing my goals would definitely be my ability to remain organized. The organization is key in business. As an entrepreneur or a creator, your mind is perpetually running – thinking about new ideas and new ways to do things. Nevertheless, it’s so important that you take the time to write things down. When I have an idea and I am determined to bring it to fruition, I write it down with corresponding action items and deadline dates. After writing this list of action items with deadline dates, everything is then calendarized accordingly and the calendar sends direct notifications to the home screen on my phone, urging me to adhere to the deadlines I set.  These are ways that we (as people) can hold ourselves accountable. 

Why is online business, marketing, etc. important?

Online businesses and marketing are so important in our modern-day society because they promote a scalable way to conduct business. An entrepreneur can form, build, and scale an online business from the comfort of his or her home, while using minimal human capital or labor by leveraging tools that automate functions like sales, marketing, and business development. The aforementioned are the stepping stones toward true freedom where one does not have to be bound to his or her desk. 

Wilson Talent Solutions Inc.

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Can you tell us a bit about yourself?

I am a licensed Realtor, specifically in South West Florida, and currently in pursuit of my California real estate license.

I have experience in helping buyers look for homes and helping homeowners sell their homes for fair market value (top dollar).

I am a master of the door to door sales, who has generated millions for the industry as a solar energy consultant. I am able to generate business “out of thin air”.

I am experienced in high ticket selling.

I am a master of pitching products, building value, and turning people into profitable/repeat/referring customers. Through communication and business, a strong background in sales, and a natural gift of persuasion, I am helping people awaken to their inner greatness. I am currently on the path of enlightening the mass population to the fact that they are powerful, limitless, divine beings who are here with a special unique purpose.

I am the founder of @health.wealth.show, a podcast featured on Spotify & iTunes that is about health, wealth, love, and happiness. I feature guests from all walks of life to share their story, their visions, their ideas, their journey, their success, their advice, etc. The topics we cover a range from business to relationships, pop culture to upcoming trends, current events to future predictions & more.

I am the founder @igrowclub www.igrowclub.com, a digital social media marketing agency that organically grows the presence/footprint of people and businesses online, allowing them to reach their target audience and scale. I help numerous people and businesses identify their personal or brand mission statements. I help with personal and brand development. We handle the marketing for people and business while they focus mainly on the content creation, however, we are now expanding into content creation as well. Therefore, we are able to cover most digital needs.

I have had successful Shopify and Amazon business models and created strong affiliates who are earning 6–7–8 figures using e-commerce.

I am very good at networking and building relationships. I consult students on how to free themselves from the 9–5, how to live their dreams, how to escape the rat race, how to level up, how to reprogram their mindset for success & shift their paradigm about what is possible.

I have a bachelors degree in Communication

I was born and raised in upstate Rochester, New York in Rochester General Hospital on November 23rd at 8:01 PM.

Small city. There is not much opportunity. I hadn’t to really hustle and grind to get ahead. I had to become a man fast and learn principles of wealth creation fast. I grew up living in an apartment. We were not suffering or mega poor like that but we didn’t have much. My mom and dad were never married. They split up when I was 4 or 5. I still maintained and still have great relationships with both my parents and they get along fine. Mostly, I grew up living with mom and then I would see my dad throughout the week/weekends. Both of my parents were and are supportive, however, neither of them were or are rich/wealthy. They are the working middle class if that. Honestly, we never had cable TV. We didn’t have new houses or new cars. We didn’t go out to eat at super fancy restaurants. Tyson chicken nuggets & Digornio pizza. We were happy and felt blessed living in our small, simple city. I played sports; basketball, baseball, soccer, wrestling. I studied music for 6 years. I have always been creative and innovative. I always wanted more for myself and my family. I went to catholic private school my whole life, uniforms, etc. and that was great because I had a lot of friends from all over the area ( cities, towns, suburbs, districts), etc. This allowed me to see different lifestyles. I was popular growing up. I was always outspoken, bold, creative, clever, a critical thinker, and had a personality larger than life. I always had big dreams. I always wanted to be rich and successful. I wanted my family to be family and I wanted to help other people do that same thing. I remember setting up a shop, with my tables and chairs & started selling lemonade and pokemon cards on the side of the road. I would do garage sales. I would go door to door, ca none of which really fueled my fire or would lead me to financial freedom. I want to teach people how they can become financially and time free. Going back, I would sell chips, candy, magazines, whatever I could, wherever I could! I also loved saving money and watching it stack up. It always fascinated me to see money add up. I would find things on the side of the road and sell them online on craigslist, Facebook, etc. I remember watching my parents struggle sometimes; not being able to afford the nicest and newest this or that. I was raised well and did get a privileged childhood in some regard. I had a lot of random low paying jobs like food services & office positions. My parents were strict however liberal and would let me pursue things and programs like cub scouts, explorer program, band, talent shows, field trips, etc. I was basically an only child. Dad met another woman later in life and now I have a half-sister. I went to school every day, wasn’t really a bad kid although I did get into some mischief and trouble. Was not the best and was not the worst haha. I was smart. I got good grades. I made the honor roll all high school and then graduated from the university at buffalo in four years with my BA in communication. I left college and started learning more about investing. I was working for corporate radio (ESPN, PYX, BUZZ, WCMF) and doing public relations. I did some high-end luxury/designer fashion & vacation/timeshare selling commission-based jobs. I saw all of this as a stepping stone. I moved from New York to Florida, literally drove state to state, and got my real estate license. I started doing realtor things. I got a call from a previous co-worker who invited me to California to sell solar. I took the opportunity and drove across the country. In spite of all that, I have grown a personal brand that is framed on positive development and achievement. I have a good credit score. I have a strong growing social media presence. I have a positive message and mission to improve the quality of life of others by helping them realize their purpose and maximize their potential.

Honestly, Rome was not built in a day. It’s a game of inches. It’s one step, one day at a time. The reality is that things take time, effort, and focus. Anybody claiming that their success occurred overnight does not realize all the work and intangible things that have been factored into the equation. People just want to make their accomplishments seem and appear easier than they were because this gives them a higher perceived power/level of intrigue. I’ll be honest. This has been a lot of early mornings and late nights, a lot of sacrifices, a lot of trial and error. Literally blood, sweat, and tears. A lot of stress and failure. A lot of learning and overcoming challenges. A lot of mental and behavioral changes. A lot of reevaluation of who I spend time with & how I spend time. A lot of research. A lot of studying. A lot of calculated risks. A lot of energy, time, financial investment. A lot of networking. A lot of traveling. A lot of calls, messages, emails, voicemails, follow-ups.

I want to be in full control. I want to be able to do whatever I want whenever I want. I believe that we are blessed to be living in America, USA, and should take advantage of the taxes and systems in place that benefits entrepreneurs and business owners. I want to create an immortal legacy. I want to create something, own something. Being an entrepreneur is puts the power back in your hands. It is not always easy, but it is fun and can be rewarding when all goes right. Entrepreneurship is what I see when I look at any successful business or brand. The CEO or founder was an entrepreneur, a creator, a problem solver, an innovator. That is what I want to do.

The biggest challenge in starting a business is maintaining the faith that everything will work out during initial start-up periods and phases of uncertainty. That, along with scaling, remaining relevant, and retaining customers. The biggest reward is knowing that you built and created something that is helping people and generating a profit. That, along with the assurance that you are in control of something that in theory, nobody can take away from you (if you comply with all ordinance and laws haha)

Honestly, the most interesting story is ever since I moved to California and started my journey here, an increase of interaction from celebrity/verified public figures has been observable. They reach out to me, interact with me, and support me. This is cool because I’ll wake up with messages, likes, or comments from people who are doing big/great things. Getting that constant recognition inspires and motivates me to keep doing what I do.

1) It all starts with you. Think bigger, believe in yourself, do something to get forward every day, and always trust the process. Don’t be afraid to ask for help or look dumb. Be vulnerable.

2) Invest in yourself, don’t be scared of good debt that results in cash flow, & money follows attention, so get it at all costs.

None of us are able to achieve success without some help along the way. Is there a particular person

who you are grateful to who helped get you to where you are? One entity would definitely be God. My Mom has been a huge help too. I learn a lot from everyone I encounter, whether it be what to do or what not to do. Some of my mentors include, Grant Cardone, Tony Robbins, Les Brown, Jim Rohn, Tai Lopez, Bob Proctor, Robert Kiyosaki, the lesson did you learn from

them?

What is your entrepreneur’s story? How did you come about building your business?

From rags to riches. I saw a lot of people struggling where I’m from. There was never much money in my family. My parents sort of having a scarcity mindset. It was not their fault. They grew up in different times. They raised me very. I just never learned wealth creation principles really. Although they did give me some applicable and practical advice like “save your money to invest”, “take care of your credit”, “don’t waste your money on things you don’t need” etc. My parents always supported me and gave me what I wanted, however, we were not rich or wealthy. I grew up and started my first business when I was 21. I formed an LLC from LegalZoom and started learning about different tax strategies and business operations I started off by hiring someone to make a logo and then built a website. I remember investing my own money into getting the logo printed on t-shirts before I even had a real audience. I just had a vision and idea. The company was based on a music and entertainment campaign and blew up internationally. To this day, the #ayeliens brand and tag on Instagram and Twitter have reached tens of thousands of people. I was the first person to use #ayeliens on Instagram and the community is now an immortal legacy. I do most of the work in house with some help from virtual assistants.

What is your business model — how were you able to grow so fast?

Door to door sales. Cold calling. Face to face sales. B2C. B2B. Online marketing. I am an independent contractor for solar and real estate. I also have affiliates and global marketing teams and campaigns for my e-com and social media marketing agency. A lot of online marketing. I have a service that everyone on Instagram wants and needs.

Instagram automation: 100% real & organic engagement — 24/7 • Targeted Likes

 • Targeted Follows/Unfollows ✅ • Customized Comments

• Location Targeted

• Specific Hashtag Targeted #️⃣ • Similar Username Targeted

Can you give me an overview of who you are, what is your educational or overall background? What are some of your achievements?

Educated. Worldly. Biracial. Naturally persuasive. Ambivert. Bachelor’s degree in communication from a division one university. From New York. Moved to Florida. Moved to California. Seeking a good life. Creating life by my own design. Forming multiple companies that generate money online. Complete Cardone u certification. Sold millions between real estate, solar & digital services. I can help grow on Young ambitious entrepreneurs with big vision and goals to help people and businesses grow while positively impacting the planet.

What have you learned through your experiences as an entrepreneur that can be used by aspiring business individuals?

You must have a positive mental attitude, unwavering faith, patience, take radical/calculated action/risk. Accept temporary defeats. Learn from failures. Network = networth. The more you learn the more you learn. Building a business is not “easy”. Success won’t happen instantly overnight. Enjoy and trust the process. Be prepared for change and be able to adapt. Understand how money works. Understand how credit works. Get a good CPA.

What makes your business so unique and successful?

I offer above and beyond service while providing an extraordinary customer experience. IGrowClub offers real organic interaction & we provide companies and people with a guaranteed number of likes & views on every post/video. Also very successful with turning prospects into repeat clients by adding value and helping them increase engagement/conversions.

What have you learned through your journey as an entrepreneur?

I have learned a lot about myself and about how people think. The psychology of humans. I have learned to keep up with the current trends. I learned that people will overpay for convenience. I learned that people consume more than they produce. I learned how to create value, find solutions to problems, communicate effectively, eliminate distractions & doubt. I have learned about taking risks and making sacrifices. I have learned that things take time and effort.

What skills and attributes make you as successful as you are?

My ability to be upfront and honest. My extroversion and limitless outgoing personality. I am confident. I look good. I have good vocabulary, diction, attitude. I am fearless. I like people and know how to make people feel good, appreciated, valued, accepted. I have studied the 7 habits of highly successful people. Read a lot including:

Here is a list of the books I have been implementing since last year:

2018 BOOKS:

1. Influence
2. The 25 ways to win with people
3. Tipping Point
4. The psychology of self-esteem
5. Awaken the giant within
6. The key to living the law of attraction
7. Book of the way
8. How to make people like you in 90 seconds or less
9. 100 ways to motivate yourself
10. If you’re not first you’re last
11. The science of being great
12. Before you quit your job
13. Retire young, retire rich
14. The Four Agreements
15. The path of prosperity
16. The science of positive mental thinking
17. The alchemy of finance
18. Get out of your way
19. The power of now
20. The art of money getting
21. The power of habit
22. How to stop worrying and start living
23. The little money bible
24. Yes you can:1200 ideas for work, home, & happiness
25. The art of communicating
26. The art of seduction
27. The art of thinking clearly
28. Visualization
29. The magic of changing your thinking
30. Don’t Sweat the Small stuff
31. Your word is your wand
32. The magic path of intuition
33. At your command
34. I know my father
35. It works! The famous little red book that makes your dreams come true
36. The obstacle is the way
37. Ego is the enemy
38. The 23 secrets to wealth
39. Laws of success in 16 steps
40. Ego is the enemy
41. Sell or be sold
42. The one thing
43. The 10X rule

2019 BOOKS:

1. Sell or be sold ✅
2. Millionaire success habits ✅
3. Stuart Wilde — infinite self 33 steps to reclaiming your inner power ✅
4. The psychology of selling ✅
5. Jab, jab, jab, right hook ✅
6. Beyond positive thinking ✅
7. Starting over — living with purpose ✅
8. The success system that never fails ✅
9. How to raise your own salary
10. The compound effect
11. The automatic millionaire
12. Start with why
13. The one thing
14. The power of broke

Why is online business, marketing, etc important?

The world is transitioning to online. Major department stores and Amazon, for example, are dominating the online space. People are going online to find what they want more now than ever before. The internet is the new platform for most professions. Approximately 70% of the world had internet, therefore you have the ability to reach people all over the globe.

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