Monthly Archives: March 2017

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Forbes Riley: The Sales Pitch Business Podcast

2017-08-12T15:49:01-04:00Thursday, March 9, 2017|

Forbes Riley: The Sales Pitch Business Podcast is the subject of our podcast today and its INFORMATIVE and chock full of USEFULL BUSINESS tips -- Listen, Learn and Let's make $$$$   Forbes Riley: What it Takes to Generate Over $2 Billion in Sales – Episode 52  APRIL 8, 2016 MORE EPISODES  Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 36:31 — 33.5MB) Subscribe: iTunes | Android | Email | RSS Over $2 billion in sales. Yes, you read that correctly. Today’s guest, Forbes Riley is an amazing woman and one of the most successful infomercial and product saleswomen on the planet. But ironically, she doesn’t like to think of herself as doing “sales.” Instead, she prefers the word “pitching.” It’s an interesting distinction and she and Anthony get into the differences and similarities on this episode. But that’s just the beginning. You’re going to hear Forbes talk about confidence, mindset, what it takes to be successful in sales, and why people with incredible products often fail when it comes to product sales. There’s lots more, so be sure you make the time to listen. Forbes Riley, actress and QVC sales pro on this episode of In The ArenaCLICK TO TWEET From a “typical” childhood to incredible sales success. Forbes Riley grew up in Brooklyn, [...]

Yes, Forbes Riley has her Chocolate CAKE, and eats it too!!

2017-08-12T15:49:02-04:00Wednesday, March 8, 2017|

My favorite Chocolate Cake Every once in a while you have to indulge!  Just try to use the best ingredients, real chocolate and enjoy!     Forbes Riley Chocolate Cake Prep time 10 mins Cook Time 35 mins Ingredients butter and flour for coating and dusting the cake pan 3 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups granulated sugar 1½ cups unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon baking soda 1½ teaspoons baking powder 1½ teaspoons salt 4 large eggs 1½ cups buttermilk 1½ cups warm water ½ cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter three 9-inch cake rounds. Dust with flour and tap out the excess. (see cooking lesson below) Mix together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a stand mixer using a low speed until combined. Add eggs, buttermilk, warm water, oil, and vanilla. Beat on a medium speed until smooth. This should take just a couple of minutes. Divide batter among the three pans. I found that it took just over 3 cups of the batter to divide it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the cake meets the toothpick test (stick a toothpick in and it comes out clean). [...]

Angela Dean – Fashion Designer

2017-08-12T15:49:02-04:00Tuesday, March 7, 2017|

Celebrity Oscar designer and Hollywood Actress A-list Designer, Angela Dean is taking the world by storm with critically-acclaimed designs & a loyal following of Hollywood’s top celebrities. This fashion powerhouse has evolved into one of the hottest names in the music and entertainment industry. Angela Dean is preparing to let the world know that she is indeed building a global empire. After graduating from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising Angela went directly into the industry designing for various fashion companies. One job she truly enjoyed was designing lingerie for a well-known boutique in Hollywood that specialized in high-end lingerie and evening gowns for the television and movie industry. In 1987, Angela created the original famous bullet bra bustier that launched Madonna’s outerwear lingerie look. The bustier look created a major fashion trend. Deanzign began in a small boutique in the eighties on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles, California where Angela Dean sold her unique but timeless designs to entertainment heavyweights. As the music video craze exploded, requests for her star-worthy creations took off, leading Angela to eventually close the store to provide full custom service to celebrities. Deanzign became a full-service studio to the entertainment industry. Angela Dean’s studio [...]