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The Necessary Entrepreneur

The Necessary Entrepreneur

By: Mark Perkins
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Highlighting the stories of the world’s brightest and most successful entrepreneurs while inspiring the next generation! Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • #139 - Unlocking the Power of Memory with Tansel Ali
    Jul 21 2025

    In this conversation, Tansel Ali, a four-time Australian memory champion, shares his insights on memory techniques and their application in personal and professional growth. He emphasizes that memory is a skill that can be developed through visualization, storytelling, and resilience. Tansel discusses the importance of continuous learning and curiosity, as well as the impact of memory on decision-making and stress management. He also highlights the need for individuals to take action and apply these techniques in their lives to unlock their full potential.

    📌 Connect With Us:
    Website: https://www.thenecessaryentrepreneur.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenecessaryentrepreneur
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenecessaryentrepreneur/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNecessaryEntrepreneurPod
    X (Formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/MPerkinsTNE
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tnepod/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tneclips
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6xhGUE1yzy2N0AemUOlJPx?si=d1c5c316af404f15
    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/the-necessary-entrepreneur/id1547181167

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • #138 - The Psychology of Marketing and Why Your Email List Is Gold with Jay Schwedelson
    Jul 7 2025

    In this episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, Mark Perkins sits down with email marketing powerhouse Jay Schwedelson to unpack the mindset and strategies behind today’s most effective marketing.

    Jay shares why your email database is your company’s most valuable asset, how to craft subject lines that demand attention, and why perfectionism kills momentum in business. He dives into the psychology driving consumer behavior and explains how authenticity and consistency build lasting relationships with your audience.

    From adapting to constantly changing platforms to leveraging AI in marketing, Jay offers practical, no-fluff advice for entrepreneurs and creators looking to scale their impact.

    Key Takeaways:
    ✅ Don’t wait—start sharing valuable content now.
    ✅ Perfection is the enemy of progress.
    ✅ Your subject line’s first word can make or break open rates.
    ✅ Marketing success comes from understanding psychology, not chasing hacks.
    ✅ Give value first, ask later.

    📌 Find Out More About Jay Schwedelson:
    https://jayschwedelson.com/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwedelson/
    https://www.instagram.com/jayschwedelson/reels/
    https://x.com/worldata
    https://www.youtube.com/@schwedelson

    📌 Connect With Us:
    Website: https://www.thenecessaryentrepreneur.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenecessaryentrepreneur
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenecessaryentrepreneur/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNecessaryEntrepreneurPod
    X (Formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/MPerkinsTNE
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tnepod/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tneclips
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6xhGUE1yzy2N0AemUOlJPx?si=d1c5c316af404f15
    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/the-necessary-entrepreneur/id1547181167

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    39 mins
  • #137 - The Hero's Journey: Living With Intention featuring Jon Giganti
    Jun 30 2025

    In this powerful episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, host Mark Perkins sits down with Jon Giganti, keynote speaker, executive coach, and USA Today bestselling author of With Intention, for a deep, vulnerable, and inspiring conversation on intentional living, leadership, mental health, and resilience.

    Jon shares his journey from corporate leadership to personal transformation, emphasizing how starting your day with intention, embracing struggle, and leading with a service mindset can radically change your personal and professional outcomes. From navigating mental health challenges to cultivating high-performance cultures, Jon unpacks how adversity, vulnerability, and communication shape great leaders.

    Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, coach, or someone seeking personal growth, this episode will help you reset your mindset, strengthen your relationships, and lead with clarity and compassion.

    Jon Giganti is a keynote speaker, executive coach, and USA Today bestselling author of With Intention. With over 25 years of experience in sales leadership and personal development, Jon helps individuals and teams unlock high performance through intentional living, emotional intelligence, and resilience. He’s passionate about bridging personal growth and professional excellence, and is the host of The With Intention Podcast.

    🔑 Topics Covered:
    • Why self-intention is just as critical as serving others

    • How struggles build resilience and sharpen performance

    • The connection between mental health and high achievement

    • Setting clear expectations as a leadership advantage

    • Building relationship capital and finding strength in support

    • Creating safe spaces and navigating vulnerability

    • The hero’s journey as a model for growth

    • Embracing continuous improvement in work and life


    📌 Find Out More About Jon Giganti:
    https://www.jongiganti.com/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-giganti-3173172/
    https://www.instagram.com/jongiganti/
    https://www.facebook.com/jon.giganti

    📌 Connect With Us:
    Website: https://www.thenecessaryentrepreneur.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenecessaryentrepreneur
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenecessaryentrepreneur/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNecessaryEntrepreneurPod
    X (Formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/MPerkinsTNE
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tnepod/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tneclips
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6xhGUE1yzy2N0AemUOlJPx?si=d1c5c316af404f15
    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/the-necessary-entrepreneur/id1547181167

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    2 hrs and 2 mins

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